Printed and published by the .£*£?*££ Henry Brett, of Parnell, at hM^fta Steam Printing Office, Wyndham-street. ux the City of Auckland, New ZeaJawU Saturday, December 1,1377.

THE EYEFING STAR, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1877.



THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. VAL U A B-L E FE BEHOLD, QUEEN-STREET. R, A R~T H U R HAS been favoured with instruction from the Proprietor, to sell by auction, a his Estate, Land, and House Sale Rooms, Queo n stoeet, on Thursday, December 13, at 12 o'clock noon, ™4W£S»B?ogffl£ o°, p and ALEXANDRA-STREETS, having extensive frontage to both streets. This Property is worthy the attention of Capitalists, Speculators, or anyone requiring a good stand for business. It has a commanding position, and a good business stand. Terms at Sale. Plans can be seen at the offioe of the Auction eer, Arthur's Mart, Queen-street. r ~T ~~r' ALFRED BUCKLAND. ' THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6. THE R E M UE.E A YARDS. FOR SALE, on Thursday next, at 1 o'clock, Dairy Cows, Store Cattle 50 choice Fat Oxen, from Messrs. ©ood fellow's, Te Awamutu 30 heavy Steers, choice quality.ex Southern Cross, from Napier 400 Fat Sheep and Lambs. ALFRED BUCKLAND. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5. THE HAY MARKET. THE PRINCIPAL WOOL SALE OF THE SEASON will be held on WEDNESDAY, the sth December. All WOOL for Catalogue to be sent into Store by Saturday, Ist December. ALFRED BUCKLAND. THE HAYMARKET. SALES of WOOL, SHEEPSKINS, and HIDES, EVERY FRIDAY, at 1 o'clock. For Sale : WOOLPACKS. ALFRED BUCKLAND. ~fCfESDAY AND WEDNESDAY, January 22 and 23. mHE qHEEP "piAIE WILL BE HELD AT THE REMUSRA YARDS, For EWES, On TUESDAY, 22m> January; And for RAMS, OS WEDNESDAY, 23rd January, 187 S. Intending Sellers will please forward theii entries to the Haymarket not later than Tues day, the Ist of January. ALFRED BTJCKLAjSP. J TUESDAY,"DECEMBER 4. PIANOS ! PIANOS 1! PIANOS !!! AND HARMONIUMS ! 18 PIANOS (by Bord) 4 ; , (by Aucher) 2 „ (by Erard) 7 HARMONIUMS (by Alexandra) 2 „ (by Patti) 1 „ (byMetzler). E. & H. ISAACS ~%~WTTLL sell by auction, at their stores. V V Fort-street, on Tuesday next, Dec. 4 at II o'clock, 24 PIANOS, as above. 10 HARMONIUMS, as above. To Close Consignments. _ NO RESERVE. 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. FTTHE subscribers have received iustruc- H structions from the executor in the estate of the late Wm. Dyer to sell, at their Rooms Fort-str»et, on Wednesday, 12th December, at 12 o"c2ock. _ QUEEN-STREET.—The Unexpired Term of a Lease for 21 years, srom 15th June, 1860, (at an Annual rental of £208), of part Lot 3, Section 4, City of Auckland, having a frontage of 36 feet to Queen-street, with Buildings erected thereon as at present occupied by Messr3 Pearse, Kees ingr, Brookfield, and others. HOJBSON-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. ONEHUNGA.—Allotments 2, 4, 6, and 8, Sec tion 19, Village of Onehunga. containing & acres, being corjner of Selwyn and Greenhill streets, with large Dwelling house, Out-buildings, &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. MONDAY, DECEMBER 3. PARNELL. Rimu Bookcase, Cedar Bookcase, Handsome Walnut Table (shaped), Hair-seated Sofa and Arm Chairs, 6 Mahogany Chairs, Office Table, Fenders and Irons. Carpets. Glassware, Valu able Set Dinner Ware, Tea Service, Books, Umbrella Stand, Wardrobe, Bedsteps, Mat trasses and Bedding, Chests Drawers, Wash- Stands and Ware, Commodes, Mirrors, Kitchen Utensils, &C, &C, &C Messrs. SAMUEL COCHRANE &SON HAVE been favoured with instructions from Dk. Ellis, to sell, at his residence, Manokau Road, Parnell, on Monday, the 3rd December, at 11 o'clock, his HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, as above. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4. FREEHOLD PROPERTIES. OTAHUHU, STOKES' POINT, WAIKATO, WAITAKEREI, KAIWAKA, AND TAURAROA. THE subscribers have been instructed to sell by auction, at the Rooms, Fort-street, on Tuesday, 4th instant, at 12 o'clock, OTAHUHU—Allotment 5, Section 2, Foley's Township, having a frontage of 66 feet to Great South Road, with six-roomed Cottage, Coach - house, Stable, &c, erected theron, situate close to Landing Place and Bridge. STOKES' POINT—Lots 1, 2, and 3, having a frontage of 570 feet to the main road, and being close to the Wharf. HAMlLTON—Allotment 158, in the Township, containing; 1 acre. WAITAKEREI—S.W. portion lot 41 contain ing 184 acres, having large water front age, and bounded by Messrs. Stockwell and White's properties. KAIWAKA—Lot 49, containing 80 acres, ad ioining the properties of Messrs. Hull, Hastie, and others. Also, By order of the Trustee in the Estate of J. Bainhridge— TAURAROA—South western portion lot S3, containing 59 acres. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON Auctioneers.



MONDAY, DECEMBER 10. CHOICE V~I LL A SITES, MOUNT EDEN. R. C. GREENWOOD HAS been favoured -with instructions from J. 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 CHOICE ALLOTMENTS, fromone- Ov 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 for market gardens, and having been cleared of all stone, is a chance seldom to be met with, being ready for immediate working. Terms.—The terms will be made in the easiest manner possible, viz :—2O percent, cash ; balance can 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 will be given intending pur chasers to view the land, and the Auctioneer respectfully requests they will do so at their : earliest convenience, to prevent mistakes on day of sale. Lithographic Plans may be had by calling for, or obtained by post on application to the Auctioneer, of whom any further information may be obtained. R. C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer, Market-house. IR. C. GREENWOOD.] MONDAY, DECEMBER 17. MARKET-HOUSE, NOON. R. C. GREENYv TOOD, HAS been, favoured with instructions from W. P. Hoffmann, Esq., to sell by auction, at the Market-house, on Monday, 17th December, 1877, at 12 o'clock noon, The "Whole of His Valuable Estate at Mount Albert, containing over 100 acres of First-class Land, as follows :— Lots 1 to 15, containing about 1 acre each of the richest Volcanic Soil, slaping to the north east, commanding magnificent views, and having good road frontages; situated on the Mount Albert Road, and immediately opposite Captain James' Vineries, andjad joining -the properties of Mr. C. Turk (Market Gardener), and the private resi dence of R. Beck, Esq. Lots — to — contain 6 acres each of first-class arable Land, well tilled and drained, and in good heart, situated on the road leading from the Railway Station to the Asylum. On lot —is erected a comfortable Four roomod Cottage, Cow-shed, and necessary Out-buildings. Lots , adjoining the last-mentioned property, and containing rev^pectively —— of first-class Land, newly laid down in grass, thoroughly well tilled, and drained well watered, splenid view, and having a north-eastern aspect.3 ■ Lot —, containing — acres of rich volcanic soil, subdivided into four paddocks by substan tially-built stone walls, admirably adapted for a Market Garden. Lot —, containing — acres of rich volcanic soil, subdivided by stone walls into five pad docks, Orchard of over 5 acres, stocked with every description of the choicest Fruit Trees. On this property are two substantialHouses.containingrespectively niue rooms and two rooms, three-stalled Stable, Loose-boxes, Barn, Loft, and Bales for over 20 Cows, Stockyard, &c. &c. The land is well, watered by running streams, and has a well capable of supplying the whole district in the driest season, fitted up with pump, troughs, &c, &c, at a cost of over £150. Terms -.—One-fourth Cash, balance far a term of years at 8 per cent, per annum. Lithographic Plans are in ccurss of prepara tion 3 and may be had in a few days from the auctioneer, as also such further information as may bs required. R. C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer, Market House. ■ORIGINAL BLUE POST~BOARDING XJ HOUSE AND RESTAURANT VICTORIA-STREET EAST, Auckland. The Proprietor begs to inform all former patrons that this favourite old resort IS NOW OPEN. New and sabstantial Premises have t<X3n 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. CH ARLES VEITH. / Messrs. Close Bros., Grocers and Tea Dealers, Queen-street, AticMcmd.



/GALVANISED IRON WORKS. \jC S. PARKER, MANUFACTURER of GALVANIZED IRON RIDGING, SPOUTING, PIPING, And all kinds of Sheet Iron and Zinc Work. CORRUGATED IRON TANKS on Hand, Made to Order, <tt the Works, Wellesley-street. Plumbing Work in every Branch of the Trade. Gasffttingof every style done at shortest notice. Experienced Workmen sent to any part of the Country. S. PARKER has erected first-class- machinery, and having completed all nis arrangements for manufacturing, is in a position promptly to execute all orders. List of Prices forwarded upon application. Orders per coach, train, carrier, or coasting vessel, receive immediate attention. S. PARKER, Licensed Plumber for Auckla Waterworks, wbllesley-street. A.TTOKTiA'Nm. RANSTON & FOBBTER COPPERSMITHS. PLUMBERS, BRASS FOUNDERS, GASFITTERS, BELLHANGEES, &C, &C. Having mported a Large Stock of IRON PIPING and BRASS FITTINGS, as specified by the Corporation, we are now prepared to Lay on Services with despatch, and at Reason able Rates. Hydraulic Hoists made and fixed, to suit any Buildings Water Meters (Gues and Ghrymes) 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 Classes of Work, and Experienced Workmen sent to all parts o£ the Country. Albert-street, Auckland _ June 23.1377. lyr 0 N U M E N T A L. JAMES H. BUCHANAN, Managing Partner of the late firm of James H. Buchanan and Co.. in resuming Business on his own account, at the Yard opposite, lately occu pied by Mr. John 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. The smallest order thankfully received. t&~ Note the Address— JAMES H. BUCHANAN, Victoria-street East, Same side as Greyhound Hotel. CLARKE BROTHE (late ctrombie's} ROYAL FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHIC! GALLERIES, Opposite Union Ba<ik, Queen-streat, Auckland. First-class Portraits, from C.D.V. to Lifo Size, afc moderate prices. Children's Portraits taken instantaneously. <



gPEC I A L 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 Merchandise, 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 iSST Usual Facilities Allowed, "tt 1 —THE— 1- GOODS ARE NOW BEING OPENED AND THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS WILL BE found replete. An Early Call is Solicited. N.B.—lt has been a*»<l in the HOME MARKET, by some of the other Houses, WITH A VIEW TO INJURE OUR REPU TATION, tiiat WE SELL LOW; but aa we SATISFIED WITH SMALL PROFITS, WE SHALL CONTINUE OUR USUAL COURSE OF BUSINESS without reference to the above remarks, ana appeal with confidence to OUR CUSTOMERS for a CONTINUANCE OF THEIR SUPPORT NO EXTRA DISCOUNT FOR CASH WILL BE ALLOWED, AS THE GOODS ARE ALREADY MARKED EXCEEDINGLY LOW QUEEN AND A LBERT-STREETS, JA. AUCKLAND. ELL SINKING.—THe undersigned having had experience in Well-sinking, will Sink Wells either by day or contract- Address R. Wooderson, Karangahape Road; or at this office.



UN TLO SERVICE HOTEL, CORNTCR OF QUEEN & WELLESLEY-STREETS. JOHN HANCOCK, Proprietor. IMPORTER OF FOREIGN WINES AND SPIRITS. ADC gIiA ND. N. Z. Accidental; occidenta j^ Occidental Hotel. The New Additions to this Hotel are now completed-viz.. Six First-class Bedrooms and Parlours ; the Finest Billiard Room and Bar in the Colony. In returning thanks to the pubkc for past favours, the Propnetor wishes ttem to know that he is now in a position to offer the best of aocomm D odation. ERKiNs> _,__ N.B.—Curiosities of all kinds wanted, Best °fCentem?flndex, and Victoria Racing Club Programme for 1877, in printed phamphlets, to 1/fANGAWHARE HOTEL, NORTHERN WAIROA. Visitors may rely upon receiving every attention at the above Hotel. Private ROOM 3 for Families. £%" Boats for Hire to all parts of the River. Chabges Moderate. EDWARD DOWNING. Propkietob. OINT RUSSELL HOTEL. MERCER. D. ARKILL begs to inform the travelling public that ho ha= made great improvements tc the above well-known Hotel, and in addition tc other excellent accommodation, there is now added a _ Railway Refreshment Room, for the special convenience of travellers bj every train. . The Best of Wines and Spirits. Hancock's Sparkling Ale. __ pRITI R I ON FAMILY & COMMERCIAL HOTEL, O T A H U H U. JAMES WILLIS Begs to inform the inhabitants of Otahuhu anc surrounding districts that he has leased the above. Having for the past nineteen years beer Manager of the above old-establised and popu lar H>tel business, ho car. with confidence myiu all former patrons and friends to continue theii support, assuring them no trouble will be sparec to give satisfaction. -, « * ._ None but Best Brands of Wines and Spirits. Seocombe's Sparkling Ale on Draught, Firsfr-class|Stabling. JAMES WILLIS. HE THISTLE HOTEL Near the THEATRE ROYAL, QUEEN-STREET. SPLENDID SITTING ROOMS. The Upstairs Bar is Unequalled. Every attention given to the Public HENRY KEANE. HE CRITERION HOTEL CAMBRIDGE. First-class Accommodation for Families sample rooms for commercial GENTLEMEN. BEST BRANDS "WINES AND SPIRITS Ox Haxd. GOOD STABLING. Horses for Hire at Moderate Cnarges. EDWARD HEWITT, Proprietor. PROVINCIAL HOTEL PRINCES-STREET. Auckland (next to the museum). J. G. WILSON, Proprietor, Has rrnich pleasure in informing his friends anc the public that ho has taken the above Hotel and will carefully study the comfort, and pro vide for the wants, of all who favour him witi their custom. ~, , . The Winks, Spirits, and Ales will be founc of the very best quality. A New and Commodious Billiard Room with one of Alcock's Best Tables, under a civi and experienced manager. CO M M E R C 1 A L HOTEL HAMILTON WEST, WAIKATO. One of the Largest Hotels in thi Colony, is now open, Replete with every comfort and convenience The Rooms are large, lofty, well-ventilated, anc" liberally furnished. The Suites of Apartments for Families are first-class. The Show-Rooms for Commercial Travellers Allcock's Billiard Table, and the Stabling Accommodation, are un equalled in the province, the latter being under the superintendance of First-class Grooms. BUGGY AND SADDLTL HORSES ON HIRE. The extension of the Railway to Newcastle makes Hamilton less than one day's pleasant journey from Auckland. ■ W. Walker, PROPRIETOR. "VTEWMAIiKET HOTEL. CHANGE OF PROPRIETORSHIP. George Robson (late Providore of s.s. Rotomahana), begs to inform the public oi 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 onea. A LEXANDRA HOTEL. DURHAM and CHAPEL-STREETS. d. mTcargo 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, imDEN yiNE XT OTEL, "^ EDEN TERRACE. List of Prices: — Martell and Hennessey's Brandy, -1/6 $ bottle Greenless and Colville's Campbelton Whisky 4/ and 4/6 (proof) $ bottle Dunville's Whisky, 4/ $ bottle Rum, 3/; Old Jamaica (proof), 4/; small, 2/ $ bottle Cousen's cherry (best), 4/; small, 2/ IP bottle Sandiman's (best) Port. 4/; small, 2/ $ bottle Amontillado Sherry, 5/; small, 2/6 $ bottle Old Tawny Port, 5/; small, 2/6 V- bottle English Gingor Wine, 3/ per bottle. In Case (Genuine Brands) : Hennessey's and MartelFs Brand, 5/6 $ bottle Bisquit's Dubouche s Brandy, 5/ $ bottle Case Brandy, i-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 Townsend's Sarsparilla, 5/ $ bottle EnglishyAle and Porter (best brands), 1/3 bottle All Spirits sold by the Gallon (over-proof) same as from Bonded Store. Assorted cases of the above made up for Families and Picnic Parties. Terms strictly Cash (no exceptions). SAMUEL EVINSON. Proprietor. Auokland,Sil2th November, 1877. RLERLEY'S ONEHUNGA 'BUSSES Leaves Onehunga— [Auckland— 9 a.m. 12 noon 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 2 p.m. 5 p.m. Sunday 2 p.m. 4. p.m. Special Coaches as per agreement.



KAIPARA HOTEL, HELENSVILLE. JAMES HAND, having secured the Proprie torship of the above woll-known house, has made considerable improvements for the com fort and convenience of guests. Ho trusts i-nat the elevated and healthy position of this Hotel will ever command the patronage of visitors to HelensviUo (low swampy ground being nn- T. IL will spare no efforts to give the travelling public the utmost satisfaction. A. srood Table kept, and the best of Wines and Spirits. JAM ES HAN D, PROPRIETOR. Grand Show OP SUMSO3B COSTUMES. A. LINABURY & CO. HAVE JUST OPENED UP 486 COSTUMES, COMKRISIXG — 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 SKIRTS, with Body Pieces to match. The above GOODS were purchased at a Heavy Discount off English Invoice, and will be offered to the Public at ENGLISH COST. Inspection Invited. a TIN ABU RY & £10., 204 & 206, QUEKN"-STREET, Auckland. New Spring and Summer dress materials. —--{H. ATKINS}- Has now for Sale, CHEAP, a Splen li Assort ment of S3- NEW DRESS GOODS, suitaoie 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 and Best-selected ever shewn in the city. The Prices are also very reason-able. ?] Pi ?' P) P? W T m » sa Also, Just Opened, MANCHESTER GOODS, CALICOES, SHEET INGS, QUILTS, BLANKETS, LONG CURTAINS, TABLR LINEN, &c A Great Reduction has been made in the Prices of Manchester Good 3, owing to the reduced List of the Home manufacturers. NEW SUMMER CLOTHING, SHIRTS, HATS, &c., Just Received. Splendid Lines in Auckland & Melbourne-made CLOTHING. The Largest Stock of MO3GIEL & IMPORTED iT WEEDS in Auckland to select from. «3T Tailors Supplied at Wholesale Prices GENTLEMEN'S ORDERS EXECUTED. A Large Lot of Cheap Tweeds for Boat's Wear. HA TKINS. Samuel Ooombes & 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 bej? to call the attention of their customers to the Extensive alterations they have just completed in the CITY CLOTHING MART, having .iust 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, whore 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 THE NORTH ISLAND. The StocK of Tweeds, Coatings. West of Eng land Cloths, &c, comprise all classes of Goods for any grade of Customers. TJ3L To the Working Man we ofifcr Special facilities, being able to make a Really Good Trousers, well shrunk, from Mosglei Tweed, for One Guinea. All other Measurementsjequally chean. All Goods in this Department are thoroughly Shrunk before being made up, and all orders attended to by first-class Cutters and expe 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 Hate, at la. A Very Superior Line, Is. 6d. 3000 Leghorn Hats, at Is. 6d. to 2s. 6d. 2000 Boys' Straw Hats.iat Is. 6d. Mens Printed Mole Trousers, from ss. lid. Gentlemen's Summer Tweed Trousers, 10s. 6d. 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. r\ N SALE Muntz Metal and Nails Portland Cement English Malt, in tanks Salmon, lib. tins, Californian. W. S. LAURIE. 7. WYNDHAM-STREET.



-OONES 1 BONES 1 BONES ! Bought in any quantities for Cash at the Free man's Bay Bone Mills, and at No. 101, Lower QneeiT>-«treet. by PHILLIPPS & QON, HAVE NOW OPENED, Ex ' Emily Chaplin. A Laboe and Vakied Assortment of PAPERHANGINGS OF THE LATEST DESIGNS. !£§, NEW PICTURES In Coloured Autotypes, Engravings, Oleograph 3 Lithographs, comprising Landscape, Sporting, Comic, and every variety of subject, Mottos, Texts, &c. Gilt. Stained, and Veneered Frame and Room Mouldings, Fancy Frames, &c, &c, &c. Paints Oils, Colours, Varnishes. Brushes, &c, &c, Carnon's Antioorrosion Paint, Anc, White, Patent Silicate Paint, &c. Polished, Silvered, and Rough Plate Glass Plain, Coloured, and Fluted Sheet Glass Glass Shades, Dock Lights, and Photo Glass Cheap Hessian and Scrim. W. PHILLIPPS & SON, OIL, COLOUR, AND GLASS MERCHANTSI 95 & 97, QUEEN-BTKKET ■USENET lAN BLIND FACTORY, WIRE GAUZK BLINDS, and PERFORATED ZINC BLINDS, MAY BE HAD AT THB AUCKLAND VENETIAN BLINT MANUFACTORY, CORNER OF COOK AND GRE"S-STREETS, Of any dimensions, in any number from One to a Hundred, within a given time, of the best quality, and reasonable prices, and sent to all parts of New Zea land. Terms cash. Estimates returned by Post. a. &"aTbusby (Late M. Horten Busby). VENETIAN BLIND MAKERS AND WIRE WORKERS, Corner of Cook and Gr^y-streets. mR.GIL L M A N jl © chemist and dr.uggist, 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 has made arrangements for continuation of T.,ease at a reduced rate, and has also largely increased his STOCK of MEDICINES, enabling him promptly to meet all demands. Direct supplies of the Purest Drugs and Chemicals will in future be 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 NOTHER LOCAL INDUSTRY. DUTTON BROS. Bee to inform the public that they have started the MANUFACTURE of every description of 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. Orders from all parte of the colony promptly executed. CORK MANUFACTORY, UPPER QUEEN-STREET, AUCKLAND, Near the Turkish Baths. mAYLOR'S PATENT SEWING J MACHINES These Machines are undoubtedly the best i the market, being simple b-—'- i construction, little liable to ri^gasement, an thoroughly efficient for all household work. Ordinary Hand Machines, Patent Fi-icti Machines, and Stand Machines on handso stand. N.B,—All lands of Sewing Machinesrspau Square Stand Treadle MacHine will be sold ; a reduced rate for a short time, to make roou 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 1 p...... Home Shuttle f Genuine Princess of Wales Arm and Platform, Wheeler & Wilson • Howe"} Genuilie »nd 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 01 Hire at Lowest Prices. Weekly payments taken, ana full instructions how to use the above. TP*~S P"E~C I~A L APPOINTMENT* * P /^^%\ U % 3 EH /s/fc.DEL'EAu\s\ § § Ho vjl AUCKLAND. )gl g g M^l^E^Ol^L^r^^^uyEßr^Ai^D^ON ME ASUREMEN T. aITL lAS! tS A H L l'A"sTl PA JLJ Oil CHOICEST VARIETIES. r . _Purchasers choice, 10s, per dozen. .fßicß-. s e i cc tion left to me, 6a. per dozen. PLANTS! P PLANTS! Tomato L Cauliflower Melon A Cabbage Cucumber N Broccoli Veg. Marrow T Lettuce S. Veitche's Autumn Giant Califlower, 3s. per hundred. R. BAIED, Victoria-street. Nursery: Mechanic's Bay. iMHEAP TIMBER ! CHEAP TIMBER 1^ The Undersigned are selling SASHES DOORS, and MOULDINGS at the 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 in all its Branohks.—Chai Legs and Backs, Table, Bed, and Sofa Leg 3, a very low rates. Price lasts on application. THE UNION STEAM SAW MOULDING SASH AND DOOR COMPANY (Limited), MECHANICS' BAY. N.B.—Town Orders can be left at No. 36, In surance Buildings. "I^YEING AND CLEANING WORKS. [Established 1864.] Gentlemen's Clothing cleaned, renewed in colour or dyed, and well pressed; Silk and Union Velvets cleaned, dyed, and •* irished i All Wool, Merino, or Union Dresses dyed or cleaned and hot pressed ; Children's Dresses of all materials dyed in any shade; Lace Shawls, Falls, &c, dyed and dressed; Damask Curtains or Table Covers renewed or dyed; Feathers dyed in any shade, and curled equal to new; Sheepskin Mats cured, cleaned, or dyed; Gloves cleaned at 6d. per pair; Blankets scoured at Is. 6d. per pair; Straw Hats cleaned sr dyed in any shape. AH colours warranted fast. Edgar & Company, Wellesley-st. East.



X^T R. HAY\Y AR D, FUNERAL UNDERTAKER UPHOLSTERER, AND MATTRESS - MAKEft, W V N D H A M - S T R E E T. DE V I T • GUNMAKER, 24 4, QUEEN-STBEE-E, Opposite the Market. ON SALE, IN STOCK— Single and Double Breech-loading and' Muzz loading Fowling Pieces. Just Received, ex Late Arrivals— Best Brands in Gunpowder Shot, Eley's Double Waterproof Caps, Car ridge Cases, Wadding. Patent Shot Con centrators Cylinder Wire Cartridges, for Breech-loading Shot Guns Gun Cases, Waterproof Covers Game Bags, &c. Breech-loading Implements of every flescrlp tion Patent Chilled Shot Breech-loading Revolvers and Ammunition Infantry Swcads Fishing Tackle Fireworks. Tiff AY E YOU TRIED KILL & HT7DSOH, Chemists 57, VIOT °^1' A -STREET, At)CK T«A^tt, ONLY NEEDS A TWAL: TO b ENSUREtXW; TINU^D USB No Household SsnrjU> * iteottplt. |VT «_»xx^£i oi? Rtjlau VAL, MX. FERDINANITpELTZER, 8.E.L., begs to inform his Pupils, and the general pnblic that he has Removed to Hobson-stroet, opposite St. Matthew's Church, and next to Mr. Plum ley. Lessons in the French Language and Literature at hiA own or pupil's residence. Schools visited. Tjp ~jp OUTER &fi 0. FURNISHING IRONMONGERS, Queen-street, Auckland. E. P. and Co. have Just Landed, ex Oxfokb Thurland Castle, Loch Urr, and Emily Chaplin,— LARGE SHIPMENTS OF FURNISHING IRONMONGERY, The whole of which have been carefully selected in the European and American Markets. Pur chasers will find the Greatest Variety and Largest Stock of Furnishing Ironmongery in Auckland, andthegoodsnowofFeredaretneßESr value ever offered in this market. BEDSTEADS. French and Half-tester Iron and Brass Bed steads, with improved footrrail; Child's CoTs and Bedsteads. FENDERS. 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, Anu capnie, and American Burners, German Heading Lamps, &c, &c, GAS FITTINGS. An ENTIRELY NEW STOCK of OHANDE LIERS and BRACKETS, of ENGLISH and FRENCH DESIGNS. Gas Heating Stoves, for Flat and Tailors' Irons, &c, &c. STOVES. AMERICAN "PASSPORT" COOKING STOVES, with or without hot water attach 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 racks. 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. fcXEOi'RO-PLATED WARE. Tea and Coflee Services, Cruet and Pickle Frames, Breakfast Cruete, Sardine and Bis cuit Boxes, Fish Carvers, Fruit Knives, Candlesticks, Knife Rests. Butter Knives, Salvers, Egg Frames, Kettle Stands, Tart Servers, Orange Saws, Crumb Scoops, &C &c, plated on Nickel Suver. BRUSHWARE. DAWSOjSTS BJEST Hair Brooms, Scrub and Bannister Brushes, Paint Brushes, Turk| Heads, Flue Brushes, Horse, Dandy, ana Spoke Brushes, &c, &c. MATS. Prison-made Cocoa Fibre, Brash, and Open Door Mats, Wool-bordered Mate and Slips. BATHS. Hip, Sponge. Shower, Foot. Child's, and Plunge Baths; Enamej.le- Cast Iron Plunge Batas, &c. &c. JAPANNED WARE. Japanned Iron and Best Paper Tea Trays, Waiters, Toilet Sets, Boiler Fillers, Cash Boxes, Lanterns, &c , Britannia Metal Tea and Coffee Pots, Mnstara Pots. Candlesticks. &c. &c. GARDEN TOOLS. F ower Pot Stands, Brackets, Fern Standsana Boxes, Moss Baskets, Ivy Stands, Plan Sprinklers, Fumigators, American Garden Tools, in sets, and Trowels, Rakes, Hoes, Spades, &c. __ Galvanized Iron Wire Netting for Fowl Houses, &c. &c. _, Wood Bread Platters, Butter Coolers, Tea pot Stands, Bread Knives, &c. , Kenrich and Sons' Tinned and Enamelled tuxr loware with patent covers rtmlTn NOBLE'S DYNAMITE, KREB'S Ll™o FPoACTEUR, Blasting andSportlng Powder Caps, Single and Double-barrel Gunß, Load ng, Copmng, and other Sporting requisites MANTLEPIECES. White Marble and Enamelled Mantlepjecesfor Dining, Drawing, and Bodroonis, in Rteai. variety. — a, Wy^dham-strEeTT"" & HOUSE, SHTB, W A*l> W fcrj GENERAL DECORATIVE KAINTEB- tf * ' — ''4 Estimates furnished, and experienoe^ __. f Workmen sent to all parts of the w Province. W w J.H. requests^attention of Builders and others to his New Glazing Tariff. oa CQ J. HENDERSON. 1* tz! ' r ' 8, WYNDHAM-STREET^^ RF. W E B STE B, • WHOLBSALB AND RET n A°V B . R . SADDLBR AND HARNESS MAKK« ---113 QOKKN-STRKET, AUOKLAND. (Next the Union Bankt _