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JT 0 T I C E. TRADE SALE GROCERIES & OILMEN'S STORES, AT ARTHUR S MART, POSTPONED TO MONDAY, AT 11 O'CLOCK. R. ART H U It, Auc ioneer. ALFRED BUCKLAND. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6. THE R E M U E R A YARDS. FOR SALE, on Thursday next, at 1 o'clock, Dairy Cows, Store Cattle 50 choice Fat Oxen, from Messrs. Good fellow's, Te Awaniutu 30 heavy Steers, choice quality.ex Southern Cross, from Napier 400 Fat Sheep and Lambs. ALFRED BUCKLAND. THE HAYMARKET. SALES of WOOL, SHEEPSKINS, and HIDES, EVERY FRIDAY, at 1 o'clock. For Sale: WOOLPACKS. ALFRED BUCKLAND. TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAYT" JANUARY 22 AND 23. THE C< H E E P T7IAIR la X? WILL BE HELD AT THE REMUERA YARDS, For EWES, On TUESDAY, 22nd January ; And for RAMS, Qn WEDNESDAY, 23rd January, 1878. Intending Sellers will please forward their entries to the Haymarket not later than Tues day, the Ist of January. ALFRED BUCKLAND. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7. THE HAYMARKET. FOR SALE, at the Haymarket, on Friday next, 6th instant, at 11 o'clock, 17 First-class Heavy Draught and Light Harness Horses. 3 really Good Hacks, ex Southern Cross from Napier. ALFRED BUCKLAND. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7. THE HAYMARKET. FOR SALE, at the Haymarket, on Fri day, at 11 o'clock, Ex Southern Cxpss, from Napier, 10 Extra Heavy Draught Colts and. Fillies & Upstanding Handsome Horses, suitable for Carriages. These Horses have been carefully selected for the Auckland Market, and are a superior lot. ALFRED BUCKLAND. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7. THE HAYMARKET. FOR SALE, on Friday, December 7th, at 11 o'clock, 1 Bay Gelding:, 6 years old 1 Chestnut Gelding, 5 years old First-class Hacks 1 Useful Farm Horse, I years old 1 Brood Mare. ALFRED BUCKLAND. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12. SCHOONER CHRISTINA. E. & H. ISAACS WILL sell by auction at their stores, Fort-street, on Wednesday, December 12, at 11 o'clock, The Schooner CHRISTINA, 59£ tons, cop pered and copper-fastened. The abeve vessel is now engaged in the Bay' Of Islands coal trade, and is capable of carrying 110 tons coal, or 50,000 feet timber. E. & H. ISAACS, Auctioneers. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6. TEA, EX HERO. 100 HALF-CHESTS 13 PACKAGES (decorated caddies). E. &. H. ISAACS WILL sell by auction at their stores, Fort-street, on Thursday next, Decem ber 6, at 11 o'clock, 113 packages New Season's Teas as above. E. & H. ISAACS, Auctioneers. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6. SHLPS' STORES, EX OTAKI. 1 O CASES PRESERVED MEATS I/^ 11 hhds. Flour 6 casks Flour 11 cases Limej vice 16 tins Potatoes 2 tanks Biscuit (22 cwt) 10 cases Rice 5 casks Sugar 8 jars Pickles 3 casks Suet. Also, 65 packages Tea, Loaf Sugar, Molasses, Currants, Vinegar, Split Peas, Soap, Malt, Carrots, Groats, Mustard, Milk, Coffee, Raisins, Candles, Chocolate and Milk, and 120 packages Starch, Canary Seed, Sardines, Herrings, D.S.F. Mustard, &C., «&C, CCC, E. fi^H. ISAACS,. Auctioneers. NO RESERVE. MONDAY, DECEMBER 10. CHOICE VILLA SITES, MOUNT EDEN. R. C. GREENWOOD HAS been favoured with instructions from .T. Kelly, Esq., Mount Eden, to sell by public auction, at the Market-house, on Monday, December 10, at 11 o clock in the fore noon, over K/\ CHOICE ALLOTMENTS, fromone *J\J quarter acre to three-quarters of an acre each. Particular attention is called to these Allot ments, as from their near proximity to Town, their sheltered and healthy position, the land being of the richest volcanic soil (so strongly re commended by the Faculty for its health inspiring qualities), together with good roads, and being in a rapidly rising and fashionable district, rendering them unequalled for business men and others who may be desirous of obtain ing a site for a private residence. A portion of the land is admirably adapted *i market gardens, and having been cleared of eJlstone, is a chance seldom to be met with, bein£ ready for immediate working. Terms'.-—The terms will be made in the easiest manner possible, viz.:—2o percent, cash ; balances ca^ remain three, five, or seven years, bearing interest at 6 per cent, per annum, pur chaser having" option to pay off at any time. Every facility ."rill be given intending pur chasers to view tht? land, and the Auctioneer respectfully requests' they will do so at their earliest convenience, to prevent mistakes on '• dayofeale. lithographic Plans may bfi had by calling for, or obtained by post on application to the Auctioneer, of whom any fui^her information may be obtained. R- C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer, Market-house.



WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12. IMPORTANT SALE OF PROPERTIES IN QUEEN-STREET, HOBSON-STREET, AND ONEHUNGA. BY ORDER OF THE EXECUTOR IN THE ESTATE OF THE LATE WM, DYER. THE subscribers have received iustruc structions from the executor in the estate of the late VTm. Dyer to sell, at their Rooms 2 Fort-street, on Wednesday, 12th December, at 1 o'clock. QUEEN-STREET.—The Unexpired Term of a Lease for 21 years, srom 15th June, 18G0, (at an Annual rental of £208), of part Lot 3, Section 4, City of Auckland, having a frontage of 3S feet to Queen-street, with Buildings erected thereon as at present occupied by Messrs Pearse, Kees ine, Brookfield, and others. HOBSON-STREET.—ParO of Lot 8. Section 21. City of Auckland, having a frontage of 36 links to Hobson-street, with four roomed Cottage erected thereon. ONEHUXGA.—Allotments 2, 4, 6, and 8, Sec tion 19, Village of Onehunga. containing •I acres, being corner of Selwyn and i Gieenhill streets, with large Dwelling house, Out-bui'dings, &c, as now occu pied by Dr Zinzan. This property com mands a magnificent view. Full particulars can be obtained on application to SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. ELL SINKING.—The undersigned having had experience in Well-sinking, will Sink Wells either by day or contract.— Address, R. Wooderson, Karangahape Road ; r at this office. O~RIGIN AL BLUE POST BOARDIN G HOUSE and RESTAURANT VICTORIA-STREET EAS T, Auckland. The Proprietor begs to inform all former patrons that this favourite old resort IS NOW OPEN. New and substantial Premises have V^en erected regardless of expense, containing ex cellent Sitting and Bedrooms, which will be found furnished with due regard to comfort and convenience. N.B.—A Free Express will meet the Waikato Trains, to convey Passengers and Luggage to the above house. CHARLES VEITH. THE GREATEST EVENT OF THE DAY. L CALL L R U S v E°F V« N S V A Ml A YTHE TEST G L THE WELL-KNOWN CLOTHIEit AND TAILOR OF QUEEN-STREET, NOT THE CORNET PLAYER, IS NOW IN AUCKLAND. And has to announce with pleasure that, not withstanding THE GREAT RUSH made upon the Last Few Shipments, Imported Direct from London to his order, that by the arrival of the ' Famenoth,' his Stock is again supplemented to his usual extent, and he feels confident that their Fashionable Shapes and Unequalled Qualify will succeed drawing as /CROWDED TTOUSES! as did the Previous Shipments. A NOVEL FEATURE In LEVY'S STOCK is that SUITS are there to fit men of all build—from the smallest to the tallest, and from the slenderest to the stoutest. BOYS' AND YOUTHS', Prevail upon your Papa to get you one of LEVY'S FASHIONABLE SUITS, and you will be irresistible among the Girls. PRICES for~the MILLION* TROUSERS, from '4 /]_ J **A MEN'S WORKING SHIRTS, from 1/11 (extra big sizes) J7 xx • COLLARS, per box, from I GREAT INCONVENIENCE WILL BE AVOIDED, as well as Time and Money, if the Public, before going elsewhere, will nail upon their old friend LEVY, and he guarantees to meet their various requirements as no other establishment can do. KW The Old Address : 1%/TONSTER /CLOTHING TITART, 210, QUEEN-STREET, Opposite McArthur & Co.'s Buildings. "VT O T I C E. MR. W. E. WESTBEECH Beg to inform the inhabitants of Ponsonby and or Dedwood, that they have NOW OPENED a BUTCHER'S ESTABLISHMENT in the above District, and hope to receive a fair share of patronage. LAMB! LAMB LAMB! Cash Prices . — per lb. Fore-quarters Mutton _ _~.. 2d. ~ Legs and Loins 4d. „ Boiling Beef, from 3d. „ Roastßeef id. „ Prime Cut Beef Sd. „ Chops and Sausages 4d. „ Dairy-fed Pork sd. and 6d. „ Lamb, from 2s. per quarter j Corned Beef, 255. per IOOIbs. N. B.—Poultry dressed in first-class style, on the shortest notice. All meat delivered free of charge, Families waited on for orders. Boots i Boots i i Boots ir i DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP. D. N. CARTER (For many years Manager for Cateb, and late of Stephens and Carter), Has great pleasure in announcing to the public that he has Commenced Business in that Shop Lately Occupied by C. Marks, and he hopes that by strict attention and civility to receive a share of public patronage. D. C. trusts that his old friends and customers will favour him with a call, and select from a WELL-ASSORTED STOCK, at Prices to suit the times. EVERY DESCRIPTION OB" Gentlemen's, BOOTS & SHOES Ladies, and jm Children's eaEPW made to order. «S» Note the Address— D. N. C A R T E R, BOOTMAKER, NEXT DOOR TO MESSRS B. TONKS AND CO., QUEEN-STREET. IRELAND BROTHER 8, JL WOOL MERCHANTS, TANNERS AND LEATHER MANUFACTURERS, Importers of Saddlers' and Bootmakers' Machinery, English and Foreign Leather, Saddlery, Saddlers' Ironmongery, Boot Uppers Grindery, Mill Belting, Suction and Delivery Hose, &c. Wac ouses:—.Vulcan Lane and High-street. Works:—Panmure, Auckland. Countr orders promptly executed. Goodj ? hipped to all the Colonies. TO BUTCHERS, SETTLERS, FARM BR3, AND OTHERS. S Ean|^utSttty. C *' ' at^hest market rates, Consignors direct will have prompt and im mediate cash remittances returned at satisfac tory rates. IRELAND BROS., Tanners and Leather MANUFACTcrKERa, Auckland;



I SPEC I A L LEWIS BEOTEEBS BEG- TO NOTE THAT, IN CONSEQUENCE OF AN.ALTERATION ABOUT TO TAKE PLACE IN THEIR FIRM, AND WITH A VIEW TO FACILI TATE THE ABOVE THEY HAVE DETERMINED TO BRING FORWARD A LARGE PARCEL OF General WITH THEIR SHIPMENTS OF SPRING GOODS, •NOW LANDING, AND TO ARRIVE. THE WHOLE WILL BE OFFERED TO THE TRADE AT LOW ADVANCES, TO CLEAR THE SAME AT AN EARLY DATE, AND THE &w Usual Facilities Allowed. "£a ■{ —THE— )■ GOODS ARE NOW BEING OPENED AND THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS WILL BE FOUND REPLETE. \ An Early Call is Solicited. N.B.—lt has been ated in the HOME MARKET, by some of the other Houses, WITH A VIEW TO INJURE OUR REPU TATION, that WE SELL LOW; but as we SATISFIED WITH SMALL PROFITS, WE SHALL CONTINUE OUR USUAL COURSE OF BUSINESS without reference to the above remarks, and appeal with confidence to OUR CUSTOMERS for a CONTINUANCE OF THEIR SUPPORT NO EXTRA DISCOUNT FOR CASH WILL BE ALLOWED, A3 THE! GOODS ARE ALREADY MARKED {EXCEEDINGLY LOW QUEEN AND A LBERT-STftEKTS, AUCKLAND.



UN Tl.O SERVICE HOTEJ, OOKNKR OF QUEEN & WELIiKSLEY-STHBKTS. JOHN HANCOCK, ProbrietOK. IMPORTER OF FOREIGN WINES AND SPIRITS. AUCHLiND, N. Z. OCOIDENTAJ^ Occidental Hotel. The New Additions to this Hotel are now completed—viz.. Six prirst-class Bedrooms and Parlours ; the Finest Billiard Room and Bar in the Colony. In returning thanks to the public for past favours, the Proprietor wishes them to know that he is now in a position to offer the best of accommodation. ,„ _*' EDWD. PERKINS, Proprietor. N.B.—Curiosities of all kinds wanted. Best of Prices given. Centaur's Index, and Victoria Racing Club Programme for 1877, in printed phaniphlets, to be seen. TI/T ANG A W H A R E H OTEL, Aj NORTHERN WAIROA. Visitors may rely upon receiving every attention at the above Hotel. Private Room 3 for Families. £3T Boats for Hire to all parts of the River. Charges Moderate. EDWARD DOWNING, Proprietor. OIN T RUSSELL HOTEL. MERCKR. D. ARKILL begs to inform tho travelling public that ho, ha** made great improvements to tho. above well-known Hotel, and in addition to other excellent accommodation, there is now added a Railway Refreshment Room, for the special convenience of travellers by every train- The Best of Wines and Spirits. Hancock's Sparkling Ale. 7^RITE R I O N FAMILY & COMMERCIAL HOTEL, O T A II U H U. JAMES WILLIS Begs to inform the inhabitants of Otahuhu and surrounding districts that lie has leased ihe above. Having for the past nineteen years been Manager of the above old-establised and popu lar H-'tel business, he caii with confidence invite all former patrons and friends to continue their support, assuring them no trouble will bo spared to give satisfaction. None but Best Brands of Wines and Spirits. Seceombe's Sparkling Ale on Draught, First-classJStabling. JAM E S WILLIS. THE T HISTLE UOTE L, Near the THKATRK ROYAL, Queen-street. SPLENDID SITTING ROOMS. The Upstairs Bar is Unequalled. Every attention given to the Public. lIENRY KEANE. mH E C R ITEKION II OTE L, X CAMBRIDGE. First-class Accommodation for Families, sample rooms for commercial GENTLEMEN. BEST BRANDS" WINES AND SPIRITS On Hand. GOOD STABLING. Horse 3 for Hire at Moderate Cnargos. EDWARD HEWITT, Proprietor. ROVINCIAL HOTEL, PRINCES-STREET, Auckland (NEXT TO THE MUSECJI). J. G. WILSON, Proprietor, Has much pleasure in infonninghis friends and the public that he has taken the above Hotel, and will carefully study the comfort, and pro vide for the wants, of all who favour him with their custom. The Wink?, Spirit?, and Ales will be found of tho very best quality. A New and Commodious Billiard Room, with one of Alcock's Best Tables, under a civil and experienced manager. O M M E R C I A L H O TE L, HAMILTON WEST, WAIKATO. One of the Largest Hotels in the Colony, is now OPEN, Repleto with every comfort and convenience. The Rooms are large, lofty, well-ventilated, and liberally furnished. The Suites of Apartments for Families are flr&t-class. The Show-Roomr for Commercial Travellers, ALLcocK'a Billiard Table, and the Stabling Accommodation, are un equalled in the province, the latter being under the superintendance of. First-class Grooms. BUGGY AND SADDLE HORSES ON HIRE. The extension of the Railway to Newcastle makes Hamilton less than one day's pleasant journey from. I Auckland. W. Walker, PROPRIETOR. TBTEWMAKKET HOTEL. CHANGE OF PROPRIETORSHIP. George Robson (late Providore of s.s. Rotomahana), begs to inform the public of Auckland and the respected residents in the immediate neighbourhood of Newmarket, that he has taken the above Hotel, and hopes to be favoured with the patronage of all old customers, and will be glad to welcome new ones. \ LEXANDRA HOTEL DURHAM and CHAPEL-STREETS. D. M. CARGO Having taken possession of this old-established Hotel, informs the public that he has received (out of Bond) a Large Supply of FOREIGN WINES and SPIRITS of the Best Brands, and has made all necessary arrangements for the comfort of Visitors and Boarders. HANCOCK'S SPARKLING ALES. D. M. CARGO, Proprietor.- TgJ D EN "^r I nT'TT OTEL, EDEN TERRACE. List of Prices:— Martell and Hennessey's Brandy, 4/6* bottle Greenless and Colville's Campbelton Whisky 4/ and 1/0 (proof) %") bottle " Dunville's Whisky, 4/ $ bottle Rum, 3/; Old Jamaica (proof), if; small, 2/ $ bottle Cousen's cherry (best), 4/; small, 2/ $ bottle Sandiman's (best) Port, 4/; small, 2/ IP bol tie Amontillado Sherry, 5/; small, 2/6 IS* bottle Old Tawny Port, 5/; small, 2/6 V bottle English Ginger Wine, 3/ per bottle. In Case.(Genuine Brands): Hennessey's and Martell's Brand, 5/6 $ bottle Bisquit's Dubouchos Brandy, 5/ $ bottle Case Brandy. A-pint bottle, 2/ Schiedam Schnapps. 4/6; small, 2/6 $ bottle Geneva, JDKZ, large, 4/ ; small, 2/9 $ bottle Old Tom, 4/ $ bottle Dunville's Whisky, 4/ $ bottle Townsena's Sarsparilla, 5/ V bottle EnglishijAle and Porter (best brands), 1/3 i? bottle All Spirits sold by the Gallon (over-proof) same as from Bonded Store. Assorted cases of th c above mad c up for Families and Picnic Parties. Terms strictly Cash (no exceptions). ' SAMUEL EVINSON. Proprietor. Auckland,JL2th November, 1877. "Ty OTICE O F RE-MO VA L. Mr. FERDINAND PELTZER, 8.E.L., begs to inform hia Pupils, and the general public that he has Removed to Hobson-stroet, opposite St. Matthew's Church, and next to "Miv Plum ley. Lessons in the French Language and Literature at hid own or pupil's residence, schools visitod.l



KAIP AR A HOTEL, HELBNSVTLLE. JAMES HAND, having secured tho Proprie torship of the above well-known house, has made considerable improvements for iho com fort ami convenience of guests. He trusts that the eleVated and healthy position of this Hot"! will ever command the patronage of visitors to Helensville (low swampy ground being un healthy). J.H. will "spare no efforts to give the travelling public the utmost satisfaction. A good Table kept, and the best of Wines and Spirits. JAMES HAN D, PROPRIETOR, G-rand Show OF Strifitt&R COSTTJ2£E3 _______ I A. LINABURY & CO. HAVE JUST OPENED UP 480 COSTUMES, COMPKISIXG— BLACK SILK COSTUMES COLOURED SILK COSTUMES JAPANESE SILK COSTUMES HOLLAND COSTUMES FRENCH BATISTE COSTUMES BRAIDED PIQUE COSTUMES FRENCH PRINT COSTUMES CAMBRIC COSTUMES BLACK SILK SKIRTS, with Body Pieces COLOURED SILK SKIRTS, with Bod Pieces HANDSOME BRAIDED LINEN COS TUMES and SKIRT 3, with Body Pieces to match. The above GOODS were purchased at a Heavy Discount off English Ixvoice, and will be offered to the Public at ENGLISH COST. Inspection Invited. AT INABUEY & ri 0., • Ju 201 &206, que ten-street, Auckland. "New Spring and Summer dress materials. — --{H. ATKINS]- — Ha 3 now for Sale, CHEA'\ a Spleiii As3ort ment of KcT NEW DRESS GOODS, 3uitao;e for the Spring and Summer Season of every variety, style, quality, and texture. §§\ \ \ Attention is respectfully invited to this Season's Shipment, which is the Largest nnd Best-selected e^-ershewn in the city. The Prices are also very reasonable. fifl 4 $ & & ' Also, Just Opened, MANCHESTER GOODS, CALICOES, SHEET INGS, QUILTS. BLANKETS, LONG CURTAINS. TABLE LINEN, &O. A Croat deduction lias been made in the Prices of Manchester Goods, owing to the reduced Li3t ot the Home manufacturers. NEW SUMMER CLOTHING, SHIRTS, HATS, &c, Just Received. Splendid Lines In Auckland & Melbourne-made CLOTHING. The Largest Stock of MOSGIEL & IMPORTED i.T WEEDS in Auckland to select from. esr Tailors Supplied at Wholesale Prices GENTLEMEN'S ORDERS EXECUTED. A Large Lot of Cheap Tweeds for B o[y' s Wear. H. A TKINS- Samuel Coombes • & Co., While returning their sincere thanks to a discriminating and generous public for the support they have received since they have been in Business, would be*? to call the attention of their customers to the Extensive alterations they have just completed in the CITY CLOTHING MART, having just added to the already unsur passed conveniences of this Clothing Emporium for the people by the addi tion of a SPLENDID SPACIOUS HAT-ROOM; also, a convenience much needed in this city, viz., a Lofty, Well-lighted, Spacious FITTING-ON ROOM, where any of our Customers can Try on any Garment before leaving the premises. S. C. & Co., in making the additions and alterations to their concern, have not forgotten the Tailoring Department, having given ample space for Cutting and Working.rooms, making at once the MOST EXTENSIVE & COMPLETE TAILOR ING ESTABLISHMENT IN THIS NORTH ISLAND. The StocK of Tweeds, Coatings, West of Eng land Cloths, &c, comprise all classes of Goods for any grade of Customers. itp, To the Working Man we off«r Special facilities, being able to make a Really Good Trousers, well shrunk, from Mosgiel Tweed, for One .Guinea. All other Measurementsjequally cheap. All Goods in this Department are thoroughly Shrunk before being made up, and all orders attended to by first-class Cutters and espe perienced Workmen. SAMUEL COOMBES'& CO. Would invite inspection of their Large and "Varied Stock of TWEEDS, COATINGS, & WEST OF ENGLAND CLOTHS, by he Tailors of Auckland. Cut Lengths at Wholesale Prices. We annex a List of a few of the leading Lines— The Indian Pith Helmet, a beautiful cool Hat for Summer wear, 7s. 6d. A Large Line of Gentlemen's Garden Hats, at Is. A "Very Superior Line, Is. 6d. 3000 Leghorn Hats, at Is. 6d. to 2s, 6d. 2000 Boys' Straw Hats,.at Is. 6d. Mens Printed Mole Trousers, from ss. lid. Gentlemen's Summer Tweed Trousers, 10s. Gd. Gur Celebrated Nelson Tweed Trousers, 12s. 6d. Geelong Tweed Trousers and Vest, thoroughly shrunk, 30s. SAMUEL COOMBES & CO., CITY CLOTHING MART, 92, queen-street, Auckland. f\ n ~s a ~J, i Muntz Metal and Nails Portland Cement English Malt, in tanks Salmon, lib. tins. Californian. W. S. LAURIE. 7, WYNDHAM-STREET.



TJONES 1 BONES 1 BONES! Bought in any quantities for Cash at the Free man's Bay Bone Mills, and at No. 101, Lowei Q^ipion-strnet. by T^ TP HILLlIPS& DON, HAVE NOW OPENED. Ex 'Emily Chaplin. A Large and Varied Assortment of PAPERHANGINGS OF THE LATEST DESIGNS. *3L NEW PICTURES In Coloured Autotypes, Engravings, Oleographs Lithographs, cornpriring Landscape, Sporting1, Comic, and every variety of subject, Mottos, Texts, &c. Gilt. Stained, and Vjenekked Frame and Room Mouldings, Fancy Frames, Sec., &c, &c. Paints, Oils, Colours, Varnishes. Brushes, &c, j &c, Carbon's Anticorrosion Paint, Zinc, White, Patent Silicate Paint, &c. Polished, Silvered, and Rough Plate Glass Plain, Coloured, and Fluted Sheet Glass Glass Shades, Deck Lights, and Photo Glass Cheap Hessian and Scrim. W. PHILLIPPS & SON, OIL, COLOUR, AND GLASS MERCHANTS! 95 & 97, QUEBIN-STREET ENETIAN BLIND FACTORY, gf~=Sl -rO€3&. S3l~lt WIRE GAUZE BLINDS, and PERFORATED ZINC BLINDS, MAY BE HAD AT THE AUCKLAND VENETIAN BLINJ MANUFACTORY, ' CORNER OF COOK AND ORE'S -STREETS, Of any dimensions, in any number from One to a Hundred, within a given time, of tha best quality, and reasonable pri :e3, and sent to all parts of New Zea land. Terms cash. Estimates returned by Post. A. & A. BUSBY (Latk M. Horten Busby). VENETIAN BLIND MAKERS AND WIRE WORKERS. Corner of Cook and Guky-streets. HP R. G I~L L MA N. J_ © CHEMIST axdDRUGGIST, ONEHUNGA, Begs to return his sincere thanks to the inhabit ants of Onehunga, and surrounding districts, for their liberal support and confidence during the past ten years ; and believing the favours so long conferred will still be continued, he ha? made arrangements for continuation of T.ease at a reduced rate, and has also largely increased his STOOv of MEDICINES, enabling him promptly to meet all demands. Direct supplies of the Purest Drugs and Chemicals will in future bs received from the first English Whole sale Houses, for cash. Business hoars, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Satur days 10 p.m.; but in cases of necessity attend ance will be given as hitherto, at any time during the night, or on Sundays. A NOT HER LOCAL INDUSTRY. DUTTON BROS. Beg to inform the nublic that <hey have started the MANUFACTURE of every descriptionof CORKS, viz., Wine and Beer, Ginger Beer and Lemonade, Brewers' Bungs, Chemists' and Druggists' Vials, Daffies, &c. All kinds of work executed in the said material. Ordera from all parts of the colony promptly executed. CORK MANUFACTORY, UPPER QUEEN-STREET, AUCKLAND, Near the Turkish Baths. rpA YL O R'S PATENT SEWING JL MACHINES These Machines are undoubtedly the besti the market, being simple &.~ -"ibstantial i construction, little liable to C'^vawrement, an thoroughly efficient for all household work. Ordinary Hand Machines, Patent EVioti Machines, and Stand Machines on handso stand. N.B,—All kinds of Sewing Machines repah Square Stand Treadle Machine will be sold « a reduced rate for a short time, to make roon for further shipments. Dressmakers and others invited to inspect these excellent machines. Sole" Authorised Agent-: T. PEACOCK, OPTICIAN, SHORTLAND-STREET. WC. D E N N E S • has Just Received, and has to arrive a Splendid Lot of— Taylor's Patent"» «.,-„„•_,- Home Shuttle [Genuine Princess of Wales Arm and Flatform, Wheeler & Wilson How^f f Genuine and Improved And other good makers of Sewing Machines Also, The Royal Washing and Wringing Machine. For Cash or Weekly Payments. GREAT MACHINE DEPOT, QUEEN-STREET. N.B.—Repairs cheaply and quickly executed and guaranteed. To Schools and Others.—Magic Lanterns Slides, &c, for oil or lime-light, on Sale oi Hire at Lowest Prices. Weekly payments taken, ana full instructions how to use the above. TQAHLIAS! TT\AHLIAS! Ol) CHOICEST VARIETIES. Prior _Purchasers choice, 10s, per dozen. x-kilk. selection left to me, 6s. per dozen. PLANTS! P PLANTS! Tomato L Cauliflower Melon A Cabbage Cucumber N Broccoli Veg. Marrow T Lettuce S. . Veitche's Autumn Giant Califlower, 33. per hundred. R. BAIRD, Victoria-street. Nursery: Mechanic's Bay. 7T.HEAP TIMBER ! CHEAP TIMBER The Undersigned are selling SASHES DOORS, and MOULDINGS at (he VERY LOWEST RATES. Have also on hand a very large and superior stock of First and Second Class Building Timber of all kinds, at lowes rates. Wood Turning tn alt, its Branches.—Chai Legs and Backs, Table, Bed, and Sofa Legs, a very low rates. Price Lists on application. TIS^ cS^SS STEAM SAW MOULDING SASH AND DOOR COMPANY (Limited), MECHANICS' BAY. N.B.—Town Orders can be left at No. 36, In surance Buildings. qnHE DUBLIN DRESS, MANTLE i^wt A wD HABIT-MAKING ESTABLISH^ MENT, Wykdham-strert, corner of Albert sfcrcot* MRS. ATKINSON Having Removed 19 more suitable Premises situated as above, wishes respectfully to inform the Ladies of Auckland, and surrour. din^ dis tricts, that all orders entrusted to her care will receive immediate attention and dispatch Wedding and Mourning orders made up on the shortest notice. N.B.—-Ladies in Country Districts can have their material fashionably made up without their presence, by a system of self-measmement, to be had on application. ]yj~ ONUMENTAL." JAMES H. BUCHANAN, Managing Partner of the late firm of James H Buchanan nnd Co.. in resuming Business on his E v^STS^ th£ Yard lately oocu- SJ??^^; Jo£ n Brown- Victoria-street East, north side, trusts to receive a share of patronage and will warrant good workmanship and material, neatness and dispatch, and the lowest possible prices. Every kind of Stone or Marble work "taken. Ihe smallest order thankfully received. £8" Note the Address— JAMES H. BUCHANAN, Victoria-street East, Same side as Greyhound Hotel.



R HAYWAKD, FLNERAL UNDERTAKER UPHOLSTERER, AND MATTRESS - MAKER, WYNDHAM-STREET. DE V I t « GUNMAKER, 24 4, Queen-street Opposite the Market. ' ON SALE, IN STOCK— Single and Double Breech-loading and M nz» loading Fowling Pieces. Just Received, ex Late Arrivals— - Best Brands in Gunpowder Shot, Eley's Double Waterproof Cans Hnx ridge Cases, Wadding. Patent Shot Con Cylinder Wire Cartridges, for Breech-loadine fchot Guns Gun Cases, Waterproof Covers Game Bags, &c. Breech-loading Implements ot every descrin. tion Patent. Chilled Shot Breech-loading Revolvers and Ammunition Infantry SwoJds "-uuaiuon. Fishing Tackle Fireworks. " W" A. WATERMAN begTio"^^ c his friends and the public of Auckland that he has taken over those old establish^ DINING ROOMS, known as Porter's, neariv opposite the Theatre Royal, Queen-street, Auck land, where he hopes by strict attention to business to obtain a fair share of pat^onaep Special care has been bestowed upon the Bed roonr-, and settlers and country visitors to Auckland will find every comfort. Meals at al hours. °* TjT pOitT Elt &~7ToT FURNISHING IRONMONGERS Queen-street, Aucklahd. ! K. P. and Co. have Just Landed, ex Oxforb ■Thuelasd Castle, Loch Uhr, and Emily Chaplin,— LARGE SHIPMENTS OF FURNISHING IRONMONGERY The whole of which have been carefully selected in the European and American Markets. Par- chasers will find the Greatest Variety and Largest Stock of Furnishing Ironmongery in Auckland, and the goods now offered are thesEST value ever offered in this market. BEDSTEADS. French and Half-tester Iron and Bras 3 Bed steads, with improved foot-rail; Child's Cktf's and Bedsteads. FEN DERS. Bronzed and Berlin Black Dining and Drawing Room Fenders, with real bronze mountings' Nursery, Bedroom, and Kitchen Fenders ' FIRE IRONS. Steel Ormolu Head and Kitchen Fire Irons Pokerettes, Coal Vase Tongs, &c, &c. ' LAMPS. Bronzed, Real Bronze, and China Vase Lamps with Hinks', Duplex, Queen, Eclipse, Anii capnic, and American Burners, German Reading Lamps, &c, &c, GAS FITTINGS. An ENTIRELY NEW STOCK of CHANDE LIERS and BRACKETS, of ENGLISH and FRENCH DESIGNS. Gas Heating Stoves, for Flat and Tailors' Irons &c, &c. * STOVES. AMERICAN "PASSPORT" COOKING S7"OVES, with or without hot wate'rattach ment. SMITH & WELLSTOOD'S COOKING STOVES of all sizes. LEAMINGTON RANGES, from 3 feet to 5 feet. 6 iuches, with or without covings and plate- REGISTER GRATES, Berlin Black and Fine Cast, best finished, with tiles and bright beads. CUTLERY. J. Rogers and Sons'. Lockwoods", and P. Wal ton's Ivory Table Knives, White Bone, Stag, and Black Knives and Forks, Pocket Knives,. Scissors. LLEOi'KO-PLATED WARE. Tea and Coffee Services, Cruet and Pickle Frames, Breakfast Cruets, Sardine and Bis cuit Boxes, Fish. Carvers, Fruit Knives, Candlesticks, Knife Rests, Butter Knives* Salvers, Egg Frames, Kettle Stands, Tart Servers, Orange Saws, Crumb Scoop?, &o.^ &c, plated on Nickel Silver. BRUSH WARE. DAWSON'S BEST Hair Brooms', Scrub and Bannister Brushers, Paint Brushes, Turk's- Heads, Flue Brushes, Horse, Dandy, and Spoke Brushes, &c, &c. MATS. Prison-made Cocoa Fibre, Brush, and Open Door Mats, Wool-bordered Mats and Slips. BATHS. Hip, Sponge, Shower, Foot, Child's, and Plunge Baths; Exambi.u-l. Cast Iron Plunge Baths, &C..&C. JAPANNED WARE. Japanned Iron and Best Paper Tea Trays, Waiters, Toilet Sets, Boiler Fillers, Cash Boxes, Lanterns, &c. Britannia Meial Tea and Coffee Pots, Mustard Pota. Candlesticks. &c.. &c. GARDEN TOOLS. F ower Pot Stands, Brackets, Fern Standsand Boxes, Moss Baskets, Ivy Stands; Plan Sprinklers, Fumigators, American Garden Tools, in sets, and Trowels, Rakes, Hoes, j Spades, &c. Galvanized Iron Wire Netting for Fowl Houses, &c. &c. Wood Bread Platteks, Butter Ooolere, Dea pot Stands, Bread Knives, &c r Ken rich and Sons' Tinned and Enamelled Hoi loware with patent covers ■■. NOBLE'S DYNAMITE, KREB'S LTTHO FRACTEUR, Blasting; and Sporting Powder Caps, Single and Double-barrel Guns, Load ng, Copmng, and other Sporting requisites MANTLEPIECES. White Marble and Enamelled ManOepjeoes for Dininsr, Drawing, and Bedroome, in great variety. ~oy special appointment; 3'l /s/c.DEL'EAIA^ §»■ % o SI AUCKLAND. i|J g J made^oiTlT'to^orukr, and on ■ measurement. . _, BRANSTON & FOKSTEB COPPERSMITHS. «. PLUMBERS, BRASS FOUNDERS, GASFITTEBS, BELLHANGEKS, &C, &C. _______ . Having mported a' Larsre Stock of IR£^ PIPING and BRASS FITTINGS, as specnie" by the Corporation, we are now PreR M?rJr. Lay on Services with despatch, and at K&asw able Rates. Hydraulic Hoists made and fixed.to«nit any Buildings - , Water Meters (Gnes and Ghrymea) Water Engines, Ito h.p. ■ India-Rubber Hose and Branch Pipes. Lead Burnt for Chemical Purposes. \ BRASS CAST DAILY (Foundry, Mills' Lane). Drawings and Estimates given for all Glasses «~ j Work, and Experienced Workmen sent to all parts of the Country. Albort-street, Auckland June 23.1877. ____——— I 8, WYNDHAM-STKEET, t . HOUSE, SHIP, W AND W _aj GENERAL DECORATIVE fAIJf*E R t* • ■ \* * A ■ Estimates furnished, aaxi essperiencea t) Workmen sent to all parts of We ~ Province. y W J.H. requests attention of BuiWwe aDtt Others to his New Glazing: Ttau» & 02 ° J. HENDBIBSOK. rt ' 8, WYNDHAM-STRgggL— iS F. WEBS TB B> IS QUKKN-STBBBT, AUCK£A»V <Next ihs Union Bank!- -;_