SATURDAY'S CRICKET.

After the dispatch of our last message from the Ci ket field on Saturday, the progress of the { continued uninteruptedly in favour of :-' uland to the finish. Mr Cotton played a % innings of exactly 100, succumbing at List to a short pitched straight one, which ho played back into the bowler's (Wilson) hands. This is the first three figure innings we recollect in Aiickland. It is said that one was compiled many years ago when the troops were here, but the particulars have not reached us. Mr Cotton, to tho best of our recollection, only gave one chance, and not several as stated in the " Cross." It is a great thing for a player so early in the season to be able to keep his hand and eye steady enough to accomplish "the century,"but beyond this Mr Cotton cannot bo accorded very great kudos for his performance, as the bowling was very inferior. Mr Kent's 23, and Mr Blunden's 21, both carefully played innings but deficiont in stylo, were the only other scores of any magni tude The oleven were put out by half-past four, for tho total of 174 runs. The Sapphire men then took the bat for a second essay, Dut thoy could make no stand, aud wore quickly disposed of for the small score of 25. Auckland consequently won by an innings and 115 runs. The teams cheered, one another vigorously at the finish. The field ing of the tars was very good, but one or two by their continuous resort to mother earth while in pursuit of the ball,aiforded as much amusement as landsmen on board ship with a roll.on would to sailors. The Auckland players want a deal of tutoring in the art of running between wickets. A few runs more or less wore of no gi eat moment on Saturday, but quito 30 more runs might have been scored had the batsmen "followed up" well,and observed the usual rules as to judging a run. One of these, and we might go so far as to call it the most important, was systematically . neglected, that was the rule which says the first run should be invariably made quickly. The reasons for this aro so obvious that we are sur prised it is not better obscrvod.

ABOUT THAT LETTER.

(To the Editor of the Evening Star) Sir,—l noticed the extraordinary letter in Satur day's Evening Star. Seemingly Mr. Dargaville will never forgive Sir George Grey for consent ing, at urgent request of deputies, to come out for tho Auckland Suporintendency. Mr. D. had just then confidently counted on it for himself. But it was demonstrably an erroneous confi dence. Ono, wo know, a few years ago, he had a splendid show, to tho surprise, as expressed to mo, of his opponents; and but for division, where division was impolitic and unoxpccted.ho would then have got in as Superintendent. I was then sorry at the result under such circum stances. I had independently advocated him. But since tho Orange, and the teetotal, and the gum-tax manifestos, ho has not had so much as one chance. I now say nothing as to the right or wrong of these, but only assert that after wards he could not have got in anywhere, any how, or anyway, and this, be it noticed, irrespec tive altogether of Grey. But when Sir G. Grey appeared as being manifestly tho man, Mr. Dargaville, should doubtless, instead of culti vating and cherishing spite, have evinced cordial concurrence, and have disinterestedly and honourably gone forth as an auxiliar for the public good, like some others. Sir, it is provi dentially dangerous to plot against an honour able man on an honourable career. King Solomon says, "He who diggeth a pit shall fall into it." And it is largely reported here that the other day Mr. Dargaville did meet a most fright ful providential rebuke. As to the stupid story about cannonading, &c, why, sir, do not these ignorant critics know this much, that any solid Government can and will coerce rebels? So that tho " ridicule" mentioned is manifestly mis placod,—l am, &c, W. E. Sadlek.

SUNDAY ISLAND.

The adventures of the notorious Vibclia and hor crew have rondercd Sunday Island an interest ing spot. The schooner Clyde returned to town with Dr Stockwell who has been on a cruise to this island. We learn that the Clyde was at Sunday Island for five days,during which timo the vessol was anchored in perfect safety, and the passengers and part of tlv crew slept ashore without any danger or apprehonsion of being deserted like Captain Bezer. The report brought br Captain Murray makes the mysterious Vibelia story still more extraordinary. Tho last wo heard of "the Island was iron) Captain Bezer's statement published in the Sydney papers. In this tho skipper painted a wretched picture of its desert character, and stated his conviction that if he and his companions had been left there a few more days they would have been starred to death. We also heard that there were no anchorages cafe in all weathers, and no landing places that were not rocky and dangerous. We now learn that this terra incognita is not ',half so bad. Captain Murray says the birds on the island are so numerous and tame that, you can knock them down with a stick : that fish of all kinds are abundant, and moreover that wild potatoes, carrots, and pumpkins, are met with in several parts Water is scarce, the only certain supply existing in the S.E. bay. Fringing the various bays are to be found fertile little spots which are capable of being cultivated with case and success • tho interior is barren and mountainous. The bays too give safe anchorage in all weathors. Captain Bezer must have used his eyes badly to run any risk of starving. At many of the land ing places there is a beach of beautifully white sand, and though the swell was heavy enough to swamp the Clyde's boat on one occasion the occupants only got a ducking, and the craft was uniniurod. A picnic party could put in a week at Sunday Island very comfortably. The Olj de ran down in four days from Hicks Bay. Dr Stockwell, we learn, returns much improved in health after his trip.

THEATRE ROYAL.

THE programme of novelties at the Theatre Koyal on Saturday evening was very similar to the programme of the previous evening, with but a few sfight features, namely, the instrumental castanets of Mr Kohler, tho whole of which was rn^st entertaining and received just applause. We notice that Messrs Kohler and Bent will introduce an entirely new programme, including new specialities and lmmourons sketches. Iho proceedings will commence with the heart cheer ing comedy of "The Little Savage," in which Mrs Hall will appear as Kate Dalrymple sup ported by the whole dramatic company. A new series of laughable bits ending with the Dutch lervant Jacob, impersonated by Mr W. Horace Bent, will also be represented.

SATURDAY NIGHT ENTERTAIN MENTS.

Tub chairman at the Young Men s. Christian Association Rooms on Saturday evening was Mr GeorKeWarburton, whose introductory remarks were addressed to the younger portion of the audience on the duty of obedience in connection S a youth of temperance. The programme was len-thy, the comic element predominating with much success, while the sentimental sec tion by the ladies must be honestly pronounced a failure Mr Wliitcnian's song Beautiful Isle nf the Sea " was unexceptionable, and sung with a feehn-of appreciation. The comic character so^s viz., " Old Mother Gum," by Mr Chap sonj,ri,\i^., |jH M an " \) V Mr Sceats, and rSs^asffl?! sax's? sg ''fftns Jine? "ml Mr ilotum, "Judge not o rvcfcffinew song. . He then sang it over In the presence of the writer ot this notice, and several other'friends. We approved of the song S%SSalS£LS?tava their limbs unpro- VbatSfaor, however, declared that we did not i JUiyShlkcspcare-s ufclmrd Ill,by Mr Koesing; froiu Shakesgeares intc lleotual treat of the

W%At Robe"rTßreAvm advertises that he is hi?JSS to constantly supply fresh from Mercer SX to support the less senous charge.

RESIDENT MAGISTRATE'S COURT.— This Day.

SPECIAL SITTING.

THE PONSONBY

DOUBLE BOARD

DIFFICULTY AGAIN

(Before R. C. Barstow, Esq., R.M.) THORNE AGAINST JAKINS.

A special sitting of the Resident Magis trate's Court was held this morning before his Worship, for the purpose of hearing the above case, which is the third action brought against the present reputed Chairman and Trustees of the Ponsonby Highway Dis trict with a view to ousting them from their office on the ground of illegal election.

It will be observed that the name of Mr Thome appears as plaintiff on this occasion in the place of Mr Pooley whose name has been used in the previous suits. Mr J. B. Russell, withMrDevore, appeared for the defendant, and Messrs Tyler and Hesketh for the plaintiff. The information simply set forth " that the defendant was unduly elected, and was elected contrary to the provisions of the Highways Act, 1874." It had been held by several judges of the Supreme Court that courts of limited juris diction must have their jurisdiction shown on the face of the information.

Mr Russell, in support of this, quoted the opinion of the Dunedin judge, Mr Justice Williams, given in a case heard before him in August last; he also cited several other cases in point. He would also call the attention of the Court to the fact that in the summons there was no statement that Mr Jakins had been declared elected, and un less he had, the Court had no power to hear the case. There was a singular difficulty here, for he believed one of the contentions on the other side was that Mr Dowden, when Le declared Mr Jakins elected, was not legally chairman of the meeting. If he was not, then Mr Jakins was not declared elected, ■which would prove fatal to the plaintiffs suit,

Mr. J. B. Russell occupied the whole of the morning with renewed objections to the form of the proceedings. The first objec tion was, that the specific illegality of the election was not set out on the summons. The Act referred to, had a great number of clauses, aud almost every clause set forth different grounds of objection. It was un reasonable, that no intimation .should be given to the defendant as to in what parti cular respect he had infringed the law. As the information stood, it was open for the defendant to suppose that he was objected to as being a woman, (laughter) a bankrupt or a person who had committed some notor ious crime, all of which objections were mentioned in the list enumerated in the Act.

His Worship overruled the objection. Mr J. B. Russell next took tip the objection, that the jurisdiction of the Court "was not stated in the information.

Plaintiff's counsel did not reply to Mr Russell's objectionas, they had left the issu ing of the summons to Mr Barstow himself, and they apparently trusted to that gentle man being able to substantiate the formality of his own act.

At 12 o'clock Mr Barstow adjouraed the Court for ten minutes to consider Mr Russell's last objection. At a quarter past twelve his Worship came into Court sgain, and ordered a further adjournment till 3 o'clock.

His Worship said that two objections had been raised by counsel for defendant, and he should like to hear what the learned counsel for defendant had to say. Mr Tyler said he had nothing to add. They had not gone behind the summons. Mr Russell argued in an opposite direc tion.

His Worship said, the first would be an. objection, if the matter could be applied to a third court to shew that the magistrate had not jurisdiction, taking cognizance of the fact, that Ponsonby was within the jurisdiction of this Court. If the defen dant lived out of the district, then an affida vit would be required. The declaiation of the person elected, that he Avas duly elected, was clearly shewn on the summons. He must overrule botli cases.

Mr Russell said he should raise no other objections. It was then resolved to proceed with the case, and all witnesses were ordered out of Court.

TELEGRAPHIC.

(FKOM OUR OWK CORRESPONDENT.)

COROMANDEL. This Day. THE UNION BEACH COMPLETELY

DRAINED

The Union Beach water is all out this morning. The hanes will be placed on to day, but the general operations will not commence until Wednesday.

BLACK REEF.

The Black Reef works temporarily sus pended. PALMERSTON MINE DRAINED

The Palmerston will resume work almost immediately, the Beach pump having erain ed the mine.

TOKATEA ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of the Tokatea was held this morning; Mr. Coupland in tho Chair. Everything passed off satisfactorily. The mine was reported as looking very well, with a good show drives and stopesr The new engine will be on the ground in a few days. PREVALENCE OF SICKNESS

Much sickness is prevailing, influenza among adults and worm fever' in children, the local surgeon being called out at all hours of the day and night.

OPOTIKI, this

BUTCHER SHOP AND DWELLINGS BURNT.

The butcher's shop and all Geary's build ings were burnt to the ground at two o'clock on Sunday morning. The butcher's shop was the property ot Mr Robert King, who was not insured. Mr Geary occupied the dwelling house. Mr Geary's property was insured in the Noiwicli Union.

RUSSELL, this day.

Arrivals : Elsinore, Maud, Janet, Julia Price, Eftie Meikle, and Gem, from Auck land. Sailed : Fanny Kelly, for Auckland.

HOKIANGA, this [day.

SHIPPING. Arrived here on Friday, the Cabarfeidh from Auckland, to load with totara piles. On Saturday, the iicav steamer Lionel towed a raft of kauri timber from Wangape into Hokianga. She, it seems, will be great success. „, , . , r The Tower Hill left here yesterday for Auckland loaded with totara timber.

WANGANUI, this day.

MYSTERIOUS INQUIRY AT GIS BORNE.

Messrs J. B. Giles, R.M., and C. Brown, Civil Commissioner, will leave immediately to hold an inquiry at Gisbonie. It has not transpired what the enquiry is about. NEW APPOINTMENT. Mr Garland Woon, late of Auckland, and at present Assistant Clerk and Interpreter to R.M. Court, is here, and it is rumoured has received the appointment of Sheriff of this district.

CHRISTCHURCH, this day. LATEST MARKETS. Wheat continues steady at 4s to 5s 9d for cood to .prime samples. The stock is light. Oats command a ready sale at 2s 2d to 2s 3d for ()ood to prime samples, barley Has been enquired for. Prime malting may be quoted at 4s to 4s 6d ; milling, 4g 4d j mill ing feeding, 2a 3d to 2s 9d»

AUCKLAND STOCK AND MINING ASSOCIATION.

Bank of New Zealand—Buyers, £1815s. National Bank—Buyers, 67/. Colonial Bank (40s paid up)— Sellers, 32/6. South British Insurance—s7/ 57/6; sellers, 58/.' Union Sash and Door Co. (new issue) —Sellers), 58/.

City of London—l 2/. Palmerston—Buyers, 3/. Crown Princess—Buyers, 5/. Waitekauri—Sellers, 18/. Smile of Fortune—Sellers, i/ 3. Union Beach, 65/; buyers, 65/. Royal Oak—Buyers, 5/7. Welcome—Sellors, 4/6. lied Queen—Buyers, 2/; sellers, 2/i. JOSEPH NEWMAN, Chairman

* Sergeant-Major McGahey, who was well known during the Taranaki war, expired lately at New Plymouth. In the last issue of the " Wesleyan Chronicle," published weekly at New Ply mouth, there is an interesting letter written by the Rev. J. Buller, from his native town of Helston, Cornwall. Major St. Hill, who was well known in New Zealand some time ago, has accepted an appointment as private secretary to Mr. Weld, Governor of Tasmania. He has recently been acting as aide-de-camp to the Camniander-in-Chioi of the Madrs Presi dency. The numerous friends and well-wishors of Mr G. N. Brassey will bo glad to learn that he suc cessfully passed his examination before Mr Justice Gillies, and is now enrolled as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Ccmvi of Now Zea land. Mr. Brassey has long boc:i known as a young man of energy, persoveranc ■ and business habits. Mr. Brassey entered the rviee of the Bank of New Zealand in Octobi;. 18(55, oleven years] ago, and from thenco ho removed to Waikato. Subsequently, on the opening of the Thames Gold-fields, Mr, Brasscy's services wero required in the bank at Shortland, where he re sided about two years. Desirous of improving his position, ho loft the bank and articled him solf to Mr Brookfield, crown prosecutor, in whose offices he has studied since 1870. Mr. Brassoy has devoted himself most energetically to Ms profession, and our readers will agreo with us in saying that he deserves the success which has crowned his studies.

To the Public ok Auckland.—A gentle man for many years in my employ is now in England selecting, on my account, goods spe cially adapted for this province. To make room for consignments shortly expected, I shall, for tho present, offer my largo stock (to which I invite your attention) at unusually low prices, with extra allowance for cash. My Book Stock compriso Standard Works in Theology, History, the Sciences, Travel, Fiction, and Poetry, elegantly-boimd Gift and Table-books, many thousands volumes adapted for children and young persons, libraries and prizes; Educational Book's (used in the schools under tho Board of Education), Technical and Toy Books, Maps &c. In Stationery I keep full stocks of every descrip tion required for the desk, counting house, and private use. To teachers under the Hoard I act as agent—receiving and forwarding their salaries monthly. I shall bo happy to supply Lists of Works in every Department of Litera ture. All orders with which I may be favoured will receive my prompt and careful attention.— Edward Wayte, 101, Queen-street.— September 30th, 1876. Concerning SirJGeorge Grey s resistance to the Government policy, the " Wairarapa Standard" says:—" It is no secret that Sir George Grey has telegraphed to England for an opinion of one or more of tho distinguished members of the English bar, touching the legality or otherwise of the Abolition of Provinces Act. He and his friends will contrive to kocp Parliament in session until the opinion is received, and if it turn out favourable to tho views of the Pro vincialiuts, Sir George will certainly resist the change in his own proper person as Superin tenddent of Auckland. He has all the tenacity of purpose of an old Roman." Something to vlease the kye.—ln travers ing our streets we are often tempted to look at the different novelties to be seen in shop win dows. At present there is to be seen in Sno t land-strcct some of the richest patterns of Brus sels carpet ever exhibited in Auckland —at Winks and Hall's, noted for their taste in select ing the bestnnd newest designs in furniture car pets, &c. That firm has received per Sam Mcndol a second shipment of tho Bygonia pattern in black and drab ground Brussels, that attracted so much attention some months ago. Theso carpets have only to be Been to be appre ciated, and the pricos are reduced, so that the cost is no more that the ordinary Brussels. They have also received per Crownthorpc and Sam Mendel a choice assortment of lace, muslin, and net curtains, and table covers ; walnut and rose wood drawing-room suites, oak and mahogany dining-room suites, mahogany bod-room suites, unsurpassed in Xew Zealand for quality and cheapness. Just landed per above vessels a fcirther supply of Linoleum (the new cork-car pet), and floorcloths all widths. Per Inverallen, a large assortment of gilt chimney glasses and genuidoles, very handsome articles; brass window poles and cornices, all the newest pat terns : wool hearth rugs and door mats. The above goods arc now on view, and parties about to furnish would do well to inspect them previous to purchasing ; as the stocks are large, they will have an opportunity of making a good selection. Publicans and storekeepers supplied with American chairs wholesale by the case.—Winks and Hall, Wholesale and Retail Cabinetmakers, Upholsterers, and Carpet Warehousemen.

THE EVENING STAR, MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1876.



MILLINERS. — Wanted three good Milliners.—Apply to Milne and Glioyce, Cheopsidc House, Queen-Htrcct. ATEWTON CONGHEGATIONAL J3I SCHOOL. A LIME-LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT will be given in the above School on TUESDAY EVENING, 17th October, in aid of the Building Fund of the New Church, Franklyn Koad. The Views will include Scotch and Irish Scenery, Castles, Lakes, &c. Doors open at 7, to commence at 7.30 p.m. T ODGE ARA, No. 348, I. C. An Emergency Meeting will be held TO MORROW (Tuesday), the 17th instant, at the Lodgeroom. at 7.30 p.m. By order of the W.M. H. REES GEORGE, Secretary. X*K R E W A It I). "" The above reward will be paid for information leading to the conviction of the person who cruelly and maliciously out the throat of a Valuable Young Bull Bitch, at !) o'clock This (Monday) Morning.—Apply to Mr. Joseph Cope, Short-street. . OUND, a Gold Necklet. Owner may have same by describing private mark, and paying cost of tills advertisement. —Apply to Mr. Cornish, at Mr. R. Arthurs. WISH to certify to the Public that Mrs BOYJ.E, Mid-wife, of Freeman's Bay, who attended upon my wife during her confine ment on 29th July last, performed her most ardous task in a very skilful and efficient manner. —Jamks M linns. 0 LET, a live-roomed House| k in Nelson-street.—C. Mai or, Grocer, Welles ley-strcet. A BARGAIN.—For Sale for Cash, as the owner must leave for Melbourne—the Furniture and contents of newly -furnished four roomed Cottage in Newton. The furniture is all new, and suitable for a tradesman coming housekeeping. The cottage may be rented at the option of the purchaser. This is a chance not often found.—Apply for address Stak office. ANTED, Apprentices to the Dress making.—Miss Blair, Dressmaker, 82, Victoria-street. * WANTED, a smart Female Cook, for a gentleman's family; likewise a smart Female Housekeeper (no old cripple need apply). —Hannaford's Registry, (jueeii-street. ANTED, a good General Female Servant.—Apply Mrs. Glover, Black Bull Hotel, Albert-street. WANTED, a Situation, in a store or warehouse, by a respectable energetic man; many years' character, and security if required.—Address^ W.H., this office. ANTED, a Boyjjas Assistant Waiter at the Occidental Hotel. WANTED, a situation as Housekeeper, or to assist in a family; is a good needle woman, and has a good machine.— Apply by letter to " M.S." this office. WANTED, a Horse Shoer and General General Smith.—Leahy and Lorrigan, ■ Symorids-strcet. „ WANTED, a respectable Lad to learn the trade.—Apply to Wm. Leys, Book binder, etc., next door above Star office. ANTED, Tenders for Building two Chimnics. Labour only.—Enquire York Hotel. WANTED, Pickmen, with picks.— Apply at once to Martin Danafier, Con tractor, Freeman's Bay Reclamation. ANTED, a Girl, about 12 or 13, to mind a baby.—Apply Mrs. Lyons, Grey strcet. WANTED KNOWN that Board and Residence for two or three young uieji, No children.—Address M.D., this office ANTED, a Youth, about 15, to milk and to make himself generally useful.— Apply to Mr. H. Pitts, Devonport. WANTED, immediately,unexperienced. Cook, for a gentleman's family; alsp,[a.u experienced Nurs.egirl.--E. Henry's' Jftegistry, ShorUa.n.d-street, ._^ ..-;■-■;,,-;■ '.;/



WANTED, a Boy about 14 years old for a farm, to milk a cow and look aftei horses, &c—Apply at the Junction Yards at 15 o'clock on Tuesday, or 10 o'clock on Fridaj morning at Durham Yard 3. ANTED to PURCHASE, si Second hand Basket Carriage.—Address, stating price, and where to be seen, Hunter and Nolan, Durham-street. WANTED, by a respectable Girl, well used to household work, a situation where she would be treated as one of the family. Address, "8.5.A.," Star Office. WANTED, a good Tailoress, experienced coat hand.—Apply 49, Hobson-street. ANTED, 50 dozen Eggs weekly.—W. Mahoney, Grocer, Wakefield-street. ANTED, a Night Porter.—Apply at Waitemata Hotol. WANTED, a General Servant, where the washing is given out.—Mrs. Gabriel Lewis, Jermyn-strect. ANTED, an Apprentice for the Up holstery.—"Winks and Hall, Shortland street. WANTED, a respectable clean Lad to wait at table, clean windows, and make himaolf useful.—Apply between 3 and 5 daily to C. Burton, Refreshment Rooms, Queen-street. WANTED, Tenders at Suffolk Hotel till 8 p.m. on Wednesday, 18th instant, for moving earth from allotment, College Road. —Apply at the Suffolk Hotol. WANTED, in about two months ' a situation as Nursemaid in a family going to England.—Apply by letter, Mrs. Simcox, Paihia, Bay of Islands. WANNED, a person for a few hours, that understands making up accounts. —Apply at the office of this papor. W'~ ANTED to SELL, a small Engine, cheap. Can bo scon at work any day by applying to Mr. Thos. Thwaites, Saw Mill, Breakwater Road, Auckland. ANTED, the Residents of Parnell to know I am selling Black Silk Grenadines (Satin Stripes), at OAd. per yard ; 2000 Ladies' Silk Scarfs from 9d.; Ladies' Corsets 2s. 9d., worth Is. 6d.; Men's Ventilated Straw Hats at 3s. 3d. —F. Tomlinson, Draper, Parnell. WANTED, a thoroughly experienced Accountant in doublo entry; good refer ences indispensable.—Apply to Ireland Bros. ILL Contributions to the FANCY FAIR and GIFT AUCTION, in aid of Mount Albert Parsonage Fund, kindly send their GIFTS before the 20th instant, to Mrs. Captain James, Mount Albert; Mrs. Webster, Cotclo Villa, New North Road ; and to the Par sonage, Symonds-street. WANTED, WANTED, WANTED to SELL, cheap, 1,678 Cocoanuts, 9/ per 100, or /2 each; Limcjuice, the best summer drink for children, only /G per bottle, or 2/C per gallon, large bottles, /8, l/(i and 61 per dozen ; 100 pairs of Children's Leather Boots, and Ladies' Prunella Boots, G/(i and 7/0 per pair; Maids' Boots, all kinds, 0/0 pair.—ll. WATTS, Pitt street. _ ANTED to LET, a large 4-roomed Verandah Cottage (neighbourhood of Symonds-street), good well, tank, &c.—Apply to Secretary Mechanics' Institute. WANTED, Intending Purchasers of Buggy, Harness, to know that the under signed has Two Sets of Best English-made, with Silver or German Silver Mountings; also Four Sets Beet Brass Mounted ditto, for.sale at cost prico, to make room for large shipments to arrive per Loch Fergus and Albcrnytc.—W. S. JONES, Wholesale and Retail Saddler, Manufacturer and Importer, Queen-street. N.B.—A few best quality Riding Saddles, slightly damaged, for sale Tory cheap. W" ANTED KNOWN, that the Fitting Shop and Howe's Sewing Machine Agency is REMOVED higher up the street, opposite tho Police Court. Just Received, per Hero, a fresh shipment of Domestic and Leather Machines. These machines, as made by tho Original Inventor of the Sewing Machine (Elius Howe, jun.), have never yet been equalled either in principle or excellence of manufacture. Re pairs to all machines properly done. Stcani Gauges repaired, tested, and adjusted. WANTED KNOWN, wo are delivering our boet Ti-trce Wood, full measurement, within the City, at 12b. per ton cash.—W. and G. Winhtonk. TXTANTED Known, that the Market Vi Coal and Firewood Yard is now open. Coal and Firewood delivered in town and sub urbs. Goods removed, and Carting of every description done. An Express always to be had at the yard.—W. Jamikson, Jun., Proptetor. WANTED to SELL, or to Let, a Large Brick Store.—For particulars, apply to Mr Alfred Smart, Victoria-street East. WANTED Known that I am delivering my best Titree Wood within the city at 12s per ton ; cut, 13s cash ; full measurement guaranteed.—W. A. Smith, Coal and Steam Fire wood Depot, corner of Hobson and Wyndham strcets. WANTED Known, Gentlemen's Clothes Cleaned, Renewed in Colour, and neatly repaired; Colours warranted fast, and not wash on". Dyeing in all its branches done at Edgar's Dyeing and Cleaning Establishment, Wellcsley strcct East, Auckland. Communications by post promptly attended. WANTED Known, that Montague's Royal Cigar Divan, two doors from the Dress Circle Entrance of the Theatre Royal, is now OPEN, where the Public of Auckland can obtain all the Choicest Brands of Havannah Cigars and Best American Tobaccos, at the lowest possible prices. A visit is respectfully solicited. WANTED Known, Garments made to measure at a day's notice if required, and at a reasonable price. All Tweeds warranted shrunk.—Samuel Coombcs, City Clothing Mart. WANTED, Subscribers to Magazines to know that they can have the numbers Handsomely Bound, at a trifling cost. Music and other Binding done in beststyle.—WlLLlAM LEYS, Machine Ruler and Account Book Manu facturer, next door to the Evening Star Office, Wyndham-street. WANTED KNOWN that J. MORRI SON is prepared to execute all kinds of ASPHALTING at reasonable prices.—Addross, Newton i f oad. * WAN TED KNOWN that John Taylor is prepared to supply all kinds of Timber, Posts, Rails, Palings, Shingles, Houo Blocks, Doors, Sashes, Mouldings, &c, at lie lowest possible prices, at his Yard, Breakwater Road. All orders attended to -with despatch. WK 1T1N G~r^D"~SvJOK.KEI_PING TAUGHT. — Schools and Families Tisited. System of Self-improvement. Writing forwarded to any part of the Colony, in books ready for use, on receipt of £2.—Addross: Mr. Nicholson, Finishing Writing Master, 73, Grey- Street, Auckland. ANTED Known, that D. Goldie is prepared to supply all kinds of Timber and other Building Materials, including Sashes, Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks, Posts, Rails, Hardwood Felloes, Shafts, Iron Bark and Blue Gum Laths, Shingles, &c, &c, at the lowest market price, at his Yards, Cus tom-house-street. SIR HENRY HAVELOCK LODGE, No. 21,1.0. G.T. A CONCERT in aid of the Piano Fund will be given in the Edwards-street School-room, on TUESDAY EVENING next, 17th instant, to commence at 7.30. Tickets, Is. each. TO TAILORS;—A Special Meeting of the Trade will be held at the British Hotel on MONDAY next, lGth instant, to con sider business of importance, when all members of the Association are requested to attend at 7.30 p.m. sharp. HONEYCOMB TfiRINGED ~R ED O UILTS IN ALL SIZES AND PRICES, AT HOLLOW AY & GARLIC K'S, From 7s lid to 255, Prettiest and Easiest-Washed Quailty ever made. IMMENSE VARIETY OP MUSLIN, LENO, AND LACE CURTAINS I From 2s lid to 55s per pair. OPENING UP: SPRING & SUMMER DRESS GOODS, JAPANESE SILKS, and FASHJ.ONA.J3kE FANCY MATERIALS, *fH*** 150 different Patterns in, DltK*' 1" p^j^y LATEST FASBfliS* tii MILLINERY MBJS'^ and BOYS' CLOTHING. Furnishing Goods of Every Description. CITY HALL DRAPERY AND FURNI TURK BAZAAR, QUEESf-STREET, AUCKLAND. HOLLQWAY & GARLICK, Proprietors.



Lrn ob v i lde r s. I Tenders are required for the Erection of a ' School House in Union-street. For particulars, apply to Captain Williams, or . T. W. Doonin, Churchwarden's, St. Matthew's. j nn o . builders. Tenders will be received up to noon on Thura • day, the 19th instant, for the Erection of a • Building in Vulcan Lane. Plans, &c, at my office, Queen-street. EDWARD MAHONEY, Architect. . fjTo CONTRACTORS. Separate Tenders will be received until 4 p.m. on FRIDAY, 20th October, for Excavation and Carting, and for Ballasting, Metalling, and Gravoiling Work required on 10i chains of Graf ton Road. „ JAMES BABER, C.E. mO BUILDERS AND CARPENTERS. Tenders will be received up to i p.m. on THURSDAY, 19th instant, for Lining and other works required to finish the interior of the United Free Methodist Church, Pitt-street. Plans, &c., at my office, Breakwater Road. 1 R- BARTLEY. T A B O U R ONLY. Tenders till 18th instant, for Alterations and Additions to House in Freeman's Bay. Plans, &c, at my office. W, DALTON, C.E., Architect, &c. Insurance Buildings. j§£gjj^]^ ° T l C X An Extraordinary General Meeting of Share holders in the Auckland and North Shore Steam Ferry Company (Limited) will be held at the Company's Office. Bank Buildings, Wyndham street, on MONDAY, the 23rd October, at 3 p.m. Business: To consider Letters received from Mr. W. Buchanan re New Steamers. By order of the Directors. H. W. HEATH, Manager. PITT- STREET WES LEY AN CHURCH. The SOIREE will be held on WEDNESDAY, the 18th October. The Revs. D. Bruce, Lock wood, Watkin, Williams, and others, havo pro mised to take part. Selections of Music by the Choir. FENCERS required to erect eight Chains of first-class Three-rail Fence. Materials supplied,—Apply to Mr. E. H. Layers, Seedsman, Wyiidham-street. OOT TRADE.—A Finisher Wanted. Must also do general work.—Apply at onco to T. P. Judkins, 50, Victoria-street. mO LET, or FOR SALE, on easy JL terms, 2 New Cottages, Ponsonby Road, 5 rooms each.—Apply at Maseiicld's Foundry, Albert-street. -trirfcb HP 0 BE LET) on Graf ton ft°afl> Jji'' ri f '<% -*- a Large and Convenient Family j=*=r*Sfflßesidence, containing ten rooms, al ways well supplied by pump and running stream of water, commodious yards and out-buildings, together with about two acres of land, the greater portion of which is an Orchard in full bearing.—Apply to H. ASHTON & SONS, No. 8, New Zealand Insurance Buildings; or to Joseph Newman. Mr 110 LET, a Four-roomed Verandah I Cottage, new house, with a good well of water, in Somcrs-atrcet, ofF Mount EdCll Road.—Apply to S. Brown, Provincial Hospital. TO LET, a Five-roomed House; rent low.—Apply York Hotel, Newton. TO LET, a six-roomed House. —Apply- to Mr Barnes, Karangahapc Road,Nowton. TO LET, two good Cottages in Edwardes strect in a thorough state of repair.—F. G. Ewington. r —frrTTnni NIS HE D HOUSE. A « g i~H|> JJ a^JLriafe TO LET, a Furnished Seven-roomed House in Parncll.—For address apply at this office. MVO LET, in St. George's Bay * Road, Parnell, a Six-roomed House, with front and baak verandah ; Rood supply of rain and well water, aud every convenience.—Apply to Richard Keals, ParnolL , MrPIO LET, in Hopetown-strect, oiF JL Porisqnby, a Residence suitable for a large family, school, or boarding-house. Apply at the West End General Store, Newton. Mr 1 10 LET, a large commodious .Shop, I Albert Hotel Buildings, Queen-street. Rent moderate.—Apply to J. Stewart, Albert Hotel. F~ OR SALE, 77 Acres of First-classSLand in Wangarei. Price, £20.—Apply at this office. FOR SALE, a 2-roomed Verandah Cot tage, freehold allotment, good well, Com mercial Road, West Newton. F~~ OR SALE, si. substantial well-finished Cottage, William-street West, four rooms and skillion, freehold allotment,. Price, £175.— Apply to J. M. Lennox, Estate Agent. FT)R SALE, a Five-roomed House in Wakefield-strcet. —Apply to Samuel Coch ranc and Son. LOST, on Friday last, a Small Gold Locket and Brooch, attached to piece of Velvet.—Finder rewarded on leaving same at this office. FOUND, on Saturday evening last, in Mechanics' Bay, a Sum of Money.—The owner can obtain same by giving description to Mr. Hogan, Firewood Wharf. /CIRCULAR A. LINABURY & CO. Finding that their late Premises ware too small to allonrof their doin< justice to their numerous Cus tomers and increasing Business, have taken those COMMODIOUS PREMISE;* (lately in the occupation of Mr. W. Wilson), 204 anS 206, qUKKN-STRKET. Tney take this opportunity of informing1 their numerous friends and the gentral public that they will inaugurate the opening of their new Emporium by holding a UNIVERSAL S\LK. For Osv Konto our Entire Shipments of SPrtlNft and BUMMKB DRES3 GOOD 3, MILLINERY, COSTUMES GENERAL DRAPERY and CLOTHING will, be in cluded in this GRAND SALE. A. L. & Co. beg to tender their sincere thanks to heir many friends, and the general public, for their liberal patronage, and fael assured that nothing will op, wanting on their part to insure a continuance of hat support so liboialJy bestowed on them since opening. DRRSS GOODS. The immense choice of Fancy Dresses, rompri?m™ all the Latest Novelties in fabrics tor Ladles' Cos tumes aud Walking Dresses, render it next to im possible to supply a complete list of the Stock now on view. Ladies will find In this Department, a selection of Goods unsurpassed as regards Vtriety of Material and Oolouxiug. A PERFECT GIFT. 1000 yardsofj Spring and Summer Dress Materials bought a job, and must ha cleared, from 4id. ALL REMNANTS UNDER COST. &. Large StocK of Summer Skir rings, in plain, checked and striped Unions. FANCY DEPARTMENT. The Fancy Departnunt comprises every novelty In Laai-s' Hosiery, Gloves, Ribbons, Tleß, Umbrellas, Faucy Goods, Haberdashery, <Sic, &c. SHOW ROOM. The attention of Ladies is particularly directed to the extensive cnoice in the Millinery Depar mont, Including a selectiou of the very lateßt introductions of English and French MllinHry The Stock of Underclothing is also very Jaige, complete, and well , assorted, and Ladies can ba supplied with every < requisite article. DRESS AND MAKTLE MAKING. Dresses Made on **• -lie Premises. • Costal*1 ** j --. i tt" " .s and Dresses made in 24 hours' notice. Monrainir Orders promptly executed. You can rely on a Gojd Fitting I-reEB, Fashionably made, and at half the usual Auckland price. A large Stock of Dresses and Costumes always on hand and made to order. W^~ Prica Lißt to be had on application. A. LINABURY & CO., 201 & 2t,6, Queen-gtreot,



THEATRE ROYAL- Lessee .. R. J. DeLias. TO-NIGHT~! TO-NIGHT ! KOHLER AND BENT'S NOVELTY ENTERTAINMENT ! S3T First Appearance in Ten Years of MR. R. W. KOHLER, the most Versatile Musician ex tant, introducing Musical Novelties entirely new to the Southern Hemisphere. tfST First Appearance in Five Years of MR. WILLIAM HORACE BENT, the Popular Comedian, Vocalist, and Character Artiste, in troducing the Greatest Novelties in Polyphony, Songs, Anecdotes, Sketches, Farces, &c. And MR. CHARLES WAUD, Pianist and Violoncellist. ~X R T U N I O NT MISS TEUTENBERG Intends disposing of, at an eai-ly date, on the Art Union principle, a large number of beauti fully executed NEEDLEWORK in APPLIQUE, EMBROIDERY, GUIPURE, &c. THIRTY PRIZES. 200 Members at £1 Eaoit. Prize. £ s. d. I—Table Cover 30 0 0 2—Elegant Cushion 6 0 0 3—Footstool 1 10 0 i— Smoking Cap 15 0 s—Pincushion and Watch-Pocket .. 2 0 0 6—Drawing-room Bracket .. .. 2 0 0 7—Lady s Easy Chair 15 0 0 1 B—Elegant Cushion 6 0 0 9—Tea Coscy 2 10 0 10—Smoking Cap 15 0 11—Pocket Handkerchief Case .. .. 2 0 0 12—Fire Screen 15 0 0 13—Beautiful Cushion 6 0 0 14—Drawing-room Bracket .. .. 2 0 0 15—Smoking Cap 15 0 16-TeaCosey 2 0 0 17—Footstool 1 10 0 18—Handsome Cushion 6 0 0 19—Guipure Antimacassar .. .. 5 5 0 20—Pincushion and Watch-Pockets .. 2 0 0 21—Cushion 500 22—Pocket Handkerchief Case .. .. 2 0 0 23—TeaCosey 200 "'—7">rawing-room Bracket .. .. 2 0 0 25—Eridy's ElizabethianChair .. .. 12 0 0 _u —rjlegant Cushion 5 0 0 27—Tea Cosey 2 10 0 28—Drawing-room Bracket .. .. 4 0 0 29—Cushion 500 30—CashmereShawl .. .. .. 50 0 0 These really Magnificent Works of Art are NOW ON VIEW at MADAME N'-bSON'S Establishment, Albert Buildings, Qnucn-strcet, where tickets may also be procured. TJ I B E R N I A N* BAND. fThe MONTHLY SELECT QUAD RILLE PARTY will be given by the Shareholders of the above Band, in the Lokxe-stkeet Hall, on WED NESDAY EVENING, 25th October, Dancing to commence at 8 o'clock Double Tickets, ss. each (refreshments pro ' vided), to bo had from the regular Committee, Messrs. H. P. Hayden, J. Dempsey, J. Sullivan, J. I). D. Dillon, and J. P. Lonergan. Ladies by Invitation Card only. Master of Ceremonies: H. Brennan. H. P. HAYDEN, 1 Hon. J. DEMPSEY, J Sees. X ORNE-STREET HALL. GRAND DISTRIBUTION OF GIFTS EVERY NIGHT, Commencing on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19. MAMMOTH PANORAMA. GIFTS on View at Albert Hotel, Qucen-stroct, CATHOLIC INSTITUTE, Wellington-street. Thursday, october 19. For the Benefit of the Families of the Unkoktunatk Mun, MACONOCHIE and DUNN, who were recently injured at Parnell. " A READING FROM POSTORINI'S " HISTORY OF THE CHURCH," Being an able and beautiful commentary on the Apocalypse of St. John, llrst published in 1776, will be given by MR. E. F. MILLER, for the above object, on THURSDAY EVENING next, the 19th instant. S U B J E C T :— Part I.—BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH of the Author, with plan of his work. Part lI.—THE RISE OF MAHOMET.— " Behold a pale horse and he that sat upon him; his name was Death, and Hell followed him." Apoc. c. iv., By. Part lII.—THE SIXTH AGE !!!—The open ing of the Sixth Seal.—The influence of Mahommedan and other Anti-Christian Powers in the future of the World's History. Tickets may be had at the doors—2s. and Is.; to commence at 8 p.m. T> i L L I A 11 D S~! HILL'S VICTORIA HOTEL. The TABLE in this Hotel was specially con structed by Allcock & Co. for the Melbourne Exhibition, and is the only PRIZE BILLIARD TABLE in AUCKLAND. mHISTLE HOTEL BILLIARD ROOM. Splendid New Table, best in Auckland. J. SMITH, Lessee. SIR,— Your Subscription for tbc OCCI DENTAL HOTEL SOIREE, to take place on or about OCTOBER 31st. is due on October 20th. Yours very respectfully, EDWD. PERKINS. EMPER AN C E HALL, ALBERT-STREET. This Commodious Hall, with School-room adr joining, TO HE LET for Concerts, Public Meet ings, Sunday Services, or for a Public School. A superior Piano and Harmonium may be hired with the Hall.—Apply to D. Goldie, C. Robin son, or the Secretary, J. W. Carr. Xp LLERSLIE GARDENS. ANNUAL CALEDONIAN GAMES. The Proprietor of Ellerslie Gardens announces the following List of CALEDONIAN AND ATHLETIC SPORTS FOR THE Prince of Wales Birthday, THURSDAY, 9th NOVEMBER, 1876. 1. THE BIRTHDAY CUP (Handicap), open to all comers. To be run at two distances, namely 200 yards and GOO yards. First prize, £25 (Cup or money) Second prize, £8 Third prize, £3. 2. Handicap Flat Race, 300 yards.open to mem bers of recognised Cricket, Football, and Rowing Clubs. First prize, a Silver Watch Second prize, a Scarf Pin. Ist 2nd prize prize £s ' s 3. Dancing Highland Fling .. ..20 10 L Best Step Dance (for either sex) 2 0 10 5. Pole Jump 110 10 6. Sawing Match 110 10 7. Hurdle Race A Gold Ring 0 (Same qualification as 300 yards race). 8. High Jump (running) .. ..10 0 9. Throwing the Hammer .. 10 0 10. Wheelbarrow Race (blindfold) 10 0 11. Putting the Stone .. . 10 0 12. Sack Race "1 0 0 13. Tossing the Caber .. 10 0 14. Drop-kicking Set of Gold Studs 0 ~ „,. , .(Open to all Football Clubs) 10. Climbing a Greasy Pole .. A Fat Pig 0 THE BIRTHDAY CUP, for running third 2 point* -*icl * points, and. The prizes will h» " > . , . .. .. . . aggregate«»-- ■- uetermincd by the highest ..■cries, with fee of 10s, and the competitors hailing-place, colours, and performances in ad vertised races during the last two years to he sent to the Secretary, Mr J. Brown, caro of Mr Perkins, Occidental Hotel, on or before SATUIt DAY, 21st October, at 9 p.m. Any one enterint under a false name will be disqualified. Th( Handicaps will bo published as soon as possible after the closing of the entries. THE OTHER EVENTS. The entries for the 300 yards Handicap witt fee of ss, must be sent in by SATURDAY, 28tl October, with the same particulars as in the case of the Birthday Cup. The entrance fee for events 3to 7 inclusive will be 2s Od; for the other events Is. All events except the Birthday Cup and the 300 yards race will close on the ground. Handieappcr—Mr. Alfred Kino. JAMES A. BROWN, Secretary!



ONE or Two Gentlemen can. be accom modated with Board and Residence in a quiet house in Parnell; very pleasant situation. Apply at this office. ' • ' ', CHORAL SOCIETY.—" Paradise and the Peri" (B&rnett) TO-MORROW (Tues day), at 8 p.m.—J. C. Q. AUSTIN, pro Hon. Sec. ; pLUMBEE S.—F IN A L NOTICE. to the plumbers of auckland who Refuse to Pay the Licence Fee of £5. (THE WRETCHES). Be it known that they will he struck off the list unless they forthwith buy Kitchen Sinks, wholesales, from Peace and Todd, Shortland strcet. , To Householders who desire cleanliness ana comfort at home, we invite a call. PEACE & TOOD, PLUMBERS. &C. "ss&fe>, AUCKLAND STEAM <3gßaaa&J\- PACKET COMPANY (LIMITED). FOR NAPIER. Tho 8.9. SOUTHERN" CROSS will leave as above TO-MORROW (Tuesday), 17th instant, at 4 o'clock p.m. W . L ODDER, Manager and Engineer. ST. MATTHEW'S MONTHLY CON VERSAZIONES.—Tho meeting announced to take place, on Tuesday, October 17, is POST PONED until TUESDAY, the 21th lnst, "■"fcT O T I C E. • A Meeting of Colonial-born Riflemen will bo held at the bflice of Mr. W. Thorne, Solicitor, on THURSDAY EVENING next, at 7.30 o'clock, to consider tho matter of Firing a Riflo Match against a Team of any other Nationally. W. D. BUTTLE. T^ O T I C X Mr. E. C. CARR is appointed Sole Agent and Collector in Auckland for "Tho Bay of Plenty Times" newspaper; and his receipt for monies will be sufficient discharge. EDGCUMBE _ Tauranga, October 13,1870. ______ mHE LICENSED VICTUALLERS' G R AND anntjalJlb a l l, WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE C HO R A L H A. L L, ON WEDNESDAY EVENING, IST NOVEMBER. Dancing- to Commence at 0 o'clock. Tickets to admit Lady and Gentleman, One Guinea. Ladies' Tickets, Ten Shillings. By order. H. FULLER, Secretary. JggJI^TpOR WANGANUI DIRECT. The b.s. ST. KILDA, J. Flowerdav, Com mander, from Onehnnga Wharf, TO-MORROW (Tuesday), 17th instant, at noon, weather. &c, permitting. Passengers booked through to West Coast ports. For passage only apply to COMBES & DALDY, Auckland; Or, A. BARNES. Onehnnga. A UCKLAND CATTLE SHOW __\_ TO BE HELD AT MR. A. BUCKLAND'S YARDS, REMUERA, ON THURSDAY, 9th NOVEMBER, 187 C, When upwards £500 will be given away in Prizes for HORSES, CATTLE, PIGS, POULTRY, DOGS, . DAIRY PRODUCE, IMPLEMENTS, &c, &c. , . For further particulars, see Posters-or Adver tisements in Weekly Papers. ' Entries close November 1,1876. WM. PERCXVAL Secretary. IJJLLLLAKD T_BLB. — For Sale,-' JLJ one of Aloocfe's Best Tooles, complete. Speci fications to be bbcii at t&o afflce ol j M. JTraser, 38, Insuraaoe Buildings. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20. TO BISCUITMAKEES. THE subscriber lias received instructions to sell by auction, at the Corner Mart, at 11 o'clock, on Friday, the 2Uth October, A Second-hand BISCUIT- CUTTING MACHINE, with 6 sets of Cutters; also, a set of Brake Rollers. Terms at .Sale. Also, at the same time and place : 150 VOLS. BOOKS, owner having left tho colony. GEORGE SJ.BBIN, Auctioneer. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER IS. CITY MART. STOCK OF A RETAIL DRAPER. Removed to Mart for Convenience of Sale. GRANT & MORTON HAVE received instructions to sell by auction, at the City Mart, on Wednesday next, at li o'clock, The STOCK of a RETAIL DRAPER, com prising a General Assortment of New and Seasonable Goods. For Unreserved Sale. Terms at Sale. '* i ' TO-MORROW. ) ■■..•■ '~ j FOR SALE, at the Junction Yards, to- . morrow (Tuesday), 550 PRIME FAT SHEEP, from Taranaki. HUNTER & NOLAN. AT ONE O'CLOCK. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER is. HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE HARMONIUM, &c. M. JONES-..& CO. HAVE received instructions from Mr Morkis, to sell by aiiortm. -f us ' S~ by 'onWednesday next > SSSS^Sk HIS>H0 T V|EH?Lp FURNITURE AN© ,' kFJb EC i b, consisting of— Drawing-room Suite, green dam-net- r. .=. Table, Harmonium, JapanSeOiSment <S°f *S f assistsraa s<f SH XC-» SLc,, &c. MONDAY, OCTOBER 30. ; C I.T V M A R T. 1 MAGNIFICENT RESIDENCE SITES, I ALBERT BARRACKS RESERVE, » 99 YEARS' LEASE. GRANT & MORTON i XTTAVE received instructions f TOm +] le i 11 Auckland Improvement Commissioner* i to Lease by Public Auction, on Monday rtvTqftrt! s instant, at 12 o'clock noon, luonaaj, tho oOth. » BUILaS O'RoS^wT^ in Ainea, UKorke, Wellesley, and Rut* land-streets, on 99 years; Leases. l » Plans may foe obtained at tn© Mart t