isiiiiii Jannaryinoiu«.LL Councillor Masefield, lEtt^et^gat Councillor Question toCmi°ncfflo?°Tho?A 0 : Well, sir, then I move the adjoirnmont o? this Council until .Monday CVCoiiPciHor Dr Wallis: I second that. Co" lor Thorno said tho reason unfed for the poetpOTemont of tho motion was. that jnoantimo Councillors would obtain further Information lie-, therefore demurred to any ns?nuatio° that. Dr Wallis had caused any delay. thr> fir-t thn Act would have been nunjj up As to the useless expenditure, It would make th© necessary preparations, if it was deified to bring- tho Act into operation rnmirninr WrisW: I move as an amendment 4lm« U ° Council adjourn to the 9th April instead of Monday." He had always maintained li-it the Act was in operation, in spito of the obstructions of Councillors Thorno and Wallis. Councillor Wallis said ho was exceedingly ■wrrv tc.s.e Conncillor Wrtetor adopting that lino which was an attempt to take advantage of the absence of one member of the Council. It was simply an attompt to adjourn the Council until after the last day open for docidingr the question of hanging up tho Act If Councillor Wrizloy's motion were carried, it would be one of tho most shameful things ever done by any public body. (Cheers from the public at the end ° Councillor Jackson hopodthcgentlemen would withdraw their antagonistic motions, as Coun cillor Thome had evidently only moved his in order to hare an opportunity to Bpcak. Ho was sorrY to see Councillor Wallis talking clap trap, which was responded to by one of his staunch admirers at the end of the room. Ho (Councillor Jackson) was prepared to dismiss Dr V\ allis motion whon it came on. as that gentleman would find to his cost. Dr V, allis had evidently been making a speech for his admiring con stituent reforred to (interruption, and expres sions of dissent from tho public). Dr Wallis: Really, Mr Chairman, is this sort of lanfruago by Councillor Jackson to be allowed? Councillor Kissling said those irho lived in tjlais houses should not throw stones. Dr Wallis must expect » Roland for his Oliver. Councillor Wriffley could not bo charged with unfairness, havingheld the same views all along. Conncillor "Wrigley here withdrew his amend ment and Councillor Thorno his motion. Mr Maxwell ( from tho end of the room): Mr Chairman, would the outside public be allowed to address tho Council at the present time ? The Chairman: No. SEPARATE CORPORATE POWERS. Councillor Wrigley withdrew the following motion, standing in his name:—'"l hat the Government be requested not to grant separate corporate powers to any portion of the County of Eden, if by so dointr the revenues of the County (not included within the boundaries of the municipalities) will be reduced, by Rich portions of the County being constituted munici- P'l)V l(Wallis thought a Committee should be appointed to watch over the interests of the County in this matter. TOLLS. The following opinion by Messrs Hesketh find Richmond was read:—" Assuming that the whole of the Counties Act, 187(5, is in operation and the roads in question are not within a J ..oarl District we are of opinion that the County Council has rower to collect tolls, but these tolls cannot be collected unless and until notified tor 30 days before becoming payable.' _ Mr' Wrigley moved, "That a committee be appointed to hx a scale of tolls, to be collected at the toll-gates within the County, and to publicly notify the same as required by the Public Works Act; the committee to consist of Messrs Kissling Thome, Ireland, and the mover." KATPARA RAILWAY. Councillor Mascfleld moved, " That the mem bers of this Council tire of opinion that the ter minus of the Kaipara Railway should ho. on the western side of the Queen-street Wharf, via Western Springs and Ponsonby, and that the Government be requested to call for tenders for this route from the Whau as well as via Newmarket." . Councillor Masefield made a strong speech in support of the motion. Councillor Thome seconded the motion. Dr. Wallis criticised Councillor Masefield s ar guments. , , Councillor Jackson opposed the resolution. Councillor Wrigley moved as an amendment: —" That this Council regrets the continued delay of the Government in commencing the continua tion of the Kaipara Railway, and that thn Chair man forward this resolution to the Minister of Public Works." Councillor Kissling seconded the amend- Oouncillor Masefield replied, and the amend ment was put and carried. Councillor Kisslinsr drew attention to the fol lowing phrase in Dr. Wallis' protest: " Cooking the minutes," which he regarded as a reflection upon the Secretary. . Dr. Wallis consented to the sentence being expunged, though he emphatically denied that it implied any reflection. INJURY TO SPRINGS. Councillor Wrigley moved " That a Committee be appointed to consider whether any iniury has been done to the springs on the Great South Road, beyond St. Ann's Bridge. On Tried The Council adjourned till the 11th inst,

TELEGRAPHIC.

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The Moanatiri Mine.

GItAHAMSTOWN, this day.

MoAtfAtAlßl»—Buyers at £4, The show of gold in the mine is really Vfify good, but the rapid rise is not war ranted, and can only be induced by the action of interested persons. Mr Kowe was down the mine yesterday, and went to town last night. His advice will no doubt influence the market, UNITED PUMPING ASSOCIATION. A meeting of Directors of the United Pumping Association at which the County and Borough Councils of the Thames are to be represented, is to be held in Auckland to-day. The question of permitting the ground to remain unprospected in the Soißb.bourb.ood of the Company's operations will be discussed, and a strong recommen dation on the subject of enforcing the ■working of ground will be the result. It is xiecess-.iJ-v that progress should be made in the development of the mines in proportion to the expenditure incurred in pumping and draining. a nq Some concern is felt for the safety of Geo. Halliwell, late telegraph lineman, who has been missing from his lodgings since the 26th ultimo. He left Grahams town for Puriri, and was seen on the track near Kerikeri during the clay, but not since. Pie had recently relinquished the appointment under the telegraph, stating that he had come m for <i large fortnne, and would proceed to Europe. Enquires have since been made from the solicitors named by him, in Auckland, but notihng to confirm his statement was ascertained. Mr. Halliwell ■was remarkably steady and diligent, but lias recently become less so_ in Jus habits and conduct. At times he ■was eccentric and unreliable. When last seen was in a stooping position on the track, and his hat was some distance away. He appeared afraid of the approach of horse-' nlsn. It is feared he has been lost in the bush. He is an old soldier and served mjtb. the 65th regiment throughout New Zea. land.

WAITEKATJRI. The Perseverance crushed oh tons, which yielded Bozs. 15 dwts., worth £3 per ounce.

MR. EMMET AT GISBORNE.

NAPIER, this day.

Fmmethas chartered the Jane jjougias, and leaves to-morrow, stepping at Giaborne. He gives a grand farewell performance on Tuesday in Auckland, in "t'rUz, for the benefit of Mr DeLias.

NEW RUSH.

DUNEDIN, this day.

X-privste telegram to the " Star "says : There is a rush this momfug on to the to-racc opposite Bank o! Tcvevna'kau, above the point. The sinking is 10 feet; tho goW coarse, and the pr-QBpects ntOf an ounce to the l.oaol»

PASSENGERS PER TARANAKI.

[PER PRESS AQENCY.]

WELLINGTON, this day.

Sailed : Taranaki, North, at 11 a.m.— Passengers: Whitcombe, Gisborne, Paul (2), Field, Bennett, Downes, Mesdamea Gisborne, Thiel, and Hill, Miss Sushcr.

NAPIER, this day.

Considerable sales of station properties here have lately taken place. McHardy's Pakowhai estate, including homestead and 84(>" acres, sold for £15,970 ; northern lot, 613 acres, for £6700, total £22,170, being an average of £15 10s per acre. He also sold, 400 acres of James Todd's Hoinewootl land, at £7 an acre. Balfour's Moliaka run, 376 acres, freehold, and 9740 acres, leasehold, with 800 sheep, was sold for £1750 to William Smith. John McKinnoii Arawa Pawanui, leasehold on the coast, 500 acres, and 2000 mixed sheep, was sold for £2500.

INVERCARGILL, this day.

The attendance was double that of yester day. At 12.45 play was resumed. The weather improved with strong breezes S.W. Hay wood took the first over, a maiden, ■with Howell at the opposite end. Selby, in attempting a leg hit was veil caught at the wickets by Buchanan. 5-27-91. Shaw was next. The bowling was excellent. There were 5 consecutive maidens. Greenwood drore Howell to long on, and 4 singles followed. Shaw gave a chance to cover point but was missed, and then made a cut for 2, and followed up with a slashing hit to leg for 4, and then another single, the telograph showing 110. Greenwood skied to long leg, but through a collision in the field was missed. Then followed another skier to lone off, which also missed. Shaw then played the ball into Howell's hands behind, and the bowler accepted. 6-6-111. Armi tage followed with singles. Greenwood hit over the bowler's head for tyro, and an other to long on for 4. Armitage got to leg for 3. Reade took Howell's place, Armitage cutting his first ball for two. Greenwood, likewise, got more singles. Greenwood was clean bowled, and retired after making 66. 7-66-134. Emmctt was next with the -willow, and quickly disposed, of,and by the good fielding of Smith was run out, 8-1-136. Lillywhite shortly ap peared, but had to retire at the first ball, being bowled and caught by Roade. 9-136 Time, 1.50. Sonthcrton, the last man, took his place and cut Reade for 1, Southerton adding 2 singles, when time was called for luncheon.

After luncheon, the All-England innings was quickly used up for 158, Southerton taking his bat out for 11. The Invercargill men took the wickets, but their resistance to the bowling of Hill and Lillywhite was of the feeblest description. The nearest approach to double figures, was Captain Reade's 8. Nine of the team made rtucks egirs. The total was only 47, and of these 13 were extras. Under these circumstances the Invercargilitcs will readily forgive us for not publishing the full score.

Thames Pumping Association.

A MEETING of the Directors of the Thames United Pumping Association was held to day at Mr Tothill's office Shortland-Strcct. Several representatives from the Thames Borough Council, were present. The meet ing was of n private nattue. The subject of the meeting is explained in our Thames telegrams. The result of the meeting was that Mr Wcston, Chairman of Directors, was authorised to proceed to the Thames to meet the Borough Council with the object of making arrangements for the more ell'cc tual working of the deep levels.

School Exhibition, Otahuhu.

THIS DAY,'II A.M. The Public HalLis most tastefully decorntcd with mottoes, flags, and ilowcrs. Mrs Wannop was active in superintending this department, assisted by Miss Gould's (2), Mrs Long, Mrs Brewer, Mius I'airburn, and Miss Hall. These ladies have also given valuable assistance in arranging exhibits. Messrs Luke, Fairburn (superintendent of the Sunday-school), Shepherd, and Bow den "Were tho Committee, and have 'worked hard to make the Show a success. Mr Thos. Hall is the active secretary. Charles Bowden is the Sunday-school librarian. The Rev Mr Gould has been most assiduous in his exertions throughout. His Lordship, Bishop Cowie, has promised to give the prizes to the successful candidates at the late Scriptural Examination of the dioceso. The successful competitors of the Panrmtrc and Otahuhu Sunday-schools will receive their awards to-day at his hands. The doors are now thrown open to the public. At 8 o'clock this evening, Miss Grace and Edith Fairburn. Miss Gould's (-2), Mrs Long, Mrs Hamlin, Mr Fairburu, and other talented vocalists and musicians, assisted by children of two the Sunday-schools, will take part in the entertainment. Mr Gil lilian and others are expected from Auck land. Mr Edward Plumley is taking a practical interest in tile movement, and in order to stimulate the young people he has decided to give each prize-taker a plant from his garden. 12.50 p.m. Bishop Cowie has just presented the prizes gained during a late examination. II c said it gave him very great pleasure to give the prizes which were called the Bishops prizes. Last year he had presented one to Harry Gould, this year again he had to present him with one for higher merit. He j hoped the schools would still continue to gain so large a share of the Diocesan 1 prizes. A higher merit of prizes, granted by the General Synod, were shortly to be competed for. He believedsuch competition among schools was productive of good results. It was pleasant for scholars to have a prize to remind them of success in the studies, of regular attendance at school, and good behaviour. They mustjhowever accept these marks of favour as an insentive to prepare themselves for a higer life, and to gain greater than earthly rewards. Harry HoAvard Gould was presented with a valuable prize, beiegthe 2nd won by him. Henry John Hall received his first prsze. The following scholars belonging to the Paramure School were also entitled to prizes, but were not present to receive them Frederick Searchfield, Kate Search field. His Lordship congratulated the Superintendent, and teachers in the name of the school, and the Synod for their very kind and constant attention and labour during the past. He thought the present exhibition very credittable, Three cheers were given for Bishop Cowie.

Australian Telegrams.

THE COLONIAL AND ALL-ENG LAND MATCH. THE Combination Match between the New South Wales and Victoria Twelve v. the All-England Eleven is to extend over four days. The following will probably coin. pose the team for Victoria : —Allan, Cooper. Midwinter, Kelly, Blackham, and Horau. N.S.W. :-D. Gregory, E. Gregory. E. Banncrman, Thompson, Spofforth, and Garret! Evans declined to come, but he may vet be prevailed upon. SPORTING. Spark and Calanna are leading favourites for the Australian Cup, and Sultan ami Bw^aid for the Newmarket Handicap. On Moadgy last, four men were com mitted for' iaaaj at Belfast for fire rising on stations. It seems the«o fellows had gone about wiliuliy W&h lighted sticks, setting fire to everything they came across. They succeeded in doing d?w»»gs to tls amount of £1Q»QQ0»

IN THE LION'S DEN.

Bailey and Cooper's menagerie is now on a provincial tour at Stawell. On Monday a stupid fellow put his hand into the lion's den, and the lioness quickly caught at it and stripped off (ill the skin. The circus took £10,000 during its three months' stay in Melbourne. Lyster's opora company go to Dunedin on the conclusion of their Adelaide season.

Catherine Lewis and Ames Beaumont will be the principals.

A miner named James Mathcws, em ployed in the Alburnla mine, has been severely injured by the accidental explosion of a "shot" which lie was engaged in tamping. He was carried bleeding, and insensible to the hospital. Fatal results are not anticipated. The programme of Taroaki Races, which come off Saturday week (St. Patrick's Day), is advertised in our columns to-day. The acceptances for the St. Patrick's Handicap and the general entries arc due to-morrow, ■when they must be declared to the secretary, Mr Woolfield, at the Haymarket. The day being a general holiday, and the race course so picturesquely situated, are circumstances sure to lead to a large concourse of people being present. We hear that two or three steamers aro to be specially laid on for the occasion. To the Editor : Sir.—Please to correct an error whicn occurred on my part with reference, to the subscription in aid of the interment of tho late Patrick Smith, announced in last night's issue. For Mrs O'Lcary instead of 6d read 6s, and in addition, 5s from A Friend, 5s from Mr Jamieson, undertaker, 10s from Mr Crai.sr, general carter, and 5s from C. O Conner, which would make the total amount, £8 4s.~Yours, &c, John Higgins.

THE EVENING STAR, THURSDAY. MARCH 8, 187 T.



COUNTY O F EDEN. In pursuance of "The Public Works Act, 1876," the following will be the SCALE of FEES leviable at all the Toll-Gates within the County of Eden, viz. :— Schedule. s. d. ■For every Single or Saddlo Horse .. ..03 For every Carriage or Vehicle drawn by one horse 0 C For ever y Carriage or Vehicle drawn by two horses .. . • - • • .. 0 J For every Carriage or Vehicle drawn by ■ more than two horses .. •• ..10 For every Public Van or Conveyance carrying l'ar^ongers for hire .. ..2 0 For every Urny drawn by Bullocks, every two Bullocks to be charged as ono horse For all Great Cattle, per bead .. .. 0 .! For Pigs, Goats, and Sheep, per head .. 0 0} Provided that nil Vehicles with wheels, having tires of a breadth of not less than six inches, shall only be liable to one-half the above rates of TOIL A. K. TAYLOR, Chairman County Council of Eden. Auckland, Sth March, 1577. IN BA N Klt U PTC Y. Take notice that a Deed of Assignment, dated the Sth day of March, 1577. and made between JOHN JACORSOIIN, of Tauranga, in tho Pro vincial District of Auckland, in the Colony of New Zealand, Storekeeper, of tho first part: Gabriel Lewis and Isaac Barnett, both of Auck land aforesaid, Merchants, of the second part; and all the Creditor.-; of the said John Jucolwihn of the third part, has this day been llled in the olllcc Of the Supreme Court of Npw Zealand, Northern District, at Auckland, under the provisions of "Tho Debtors and Creditors Act, 187fi." And take farther notice, that a Meeting of the Creditors of tho said John Jacobsohn is hereby convened, for tho purpose of assenting to the said Deed, and that .such meeting- will bo he'd at 3 o'clock in the afternoon of TUESDAY, the 27th day of March instant, at the offices of the undersigned, Shortland-street, Auckland. Dated at Auckland this 7th day of March, HUGHES & GEORGE. Solicitors for tho said John Jacobsohn.



IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW ZEALAND, NORTHERN DISTRICT. IN BANK Ii U P TOY. In tho matter of " The Debtors and Creditors Act, 1876," and in the matter of tho Bankruptcy of CtiABLKS Williams, of Albert-strrct, in the City of Auckland, in Eden County, in tho Colony of New Zealand, Manufacturer, a Debtor. Notice is hereby Riven that a Meeting of the Creditors of the said Charles Williams wilt be held in my office. Supreme Court Buildings, Auckland, on WEDNESDAY next, the 14th dny of March instant at 11 o'clock in the forenoon, to jjive an Order of Discharge to tho above named Debtor. Dated at Auckland, this 7th day of March, 1877 THOS. MACITFAIILANE, Trustee. IIUSSBLL & DKVORK, Solicitors. Auckland, nm o R T~~X~~"T I", One of the BEST STATION properties in the NORTH ISLAND, consisting of s*ooo acres of FREEHOLD ARABLE LAND, situated in tho mostfertilc part of the celebrated WAIRARAPA PLAIN, connected with the main trunk road and railway to WELLINGTON by a jrood metalled ro-v,d 8 miles in length ; fenced, subl dividcdi well watered throughout, part laid down in English gfass, with 500 aoi'cs of totara bush. Improvements include residence .cottages, wool shed, dip. &c. Stock—looo sheep, 125 head of cattle, horses, &c. Pki CR: £18,000. One half of which can remain on mortgage for a term of years at 6 per cent. For further particulars apply to Land and Estate Agent, Grcytown, Waivarap.a ACIFIG a L O P E. ROBERT BREWIN, of tho Auckland Seed Depot, has received, by last 'Frisco Mail, a larßo and varied assortment of Pine, Cypress, and other Tree Seeds. Having a large supply, these are offered at low prices, and consequently a splendid opportunity to intending planters. ROBERT BREWING WANTED, as Apprentice to both Ladies' and Gentlemen's Hairdressing, a smart Boy of good address.—Apply to J. & T. Mason, 186, Queen-street. WANTED, for Coromandel, a smart active Female for a Restaurant; a good plain cook preferred; to a competent person good wages will be given.—Apply to the Captain of the s.s. Argyle before noon to-morrow. Re ferences required. WANTED, a Servant Girl about 16, references required. — Apply to Mrs. Hayden, Wakefleld-strect. ANTED, foi the schooner Fairlie, a Chief Mate.-Apply to the Master. ANTED, two Single Gentlemen as Boarder 3 in a private family; terms moderate.—Apply at this office. ANTED to Let, a 5-room House with 3 fireplaces, good well, outhouse, and stable, eight minutes walk from Union Bank.— Apply to W. L. Roth, Victoria-street. ANTED, a good General Servant. — Apply to Mrs. Laurie, New North Road, opposite Eden Brewery. ANTED, a good General Servant.— Apply Mr3. Bealc, Grafton Road. ANTED, a sharp intelligent Boy.— W. S. Collins, Grocer, Parncll. ANTED, Board and Lodgings fora respectable Youth; terms must ho moderate.—Applyby letter V, Stab Office. WANTED, a "thoroughly competent Governess for the country.—Apply Mrs. Smith, jQueon-strcet . WANTED" a Young Girl as General Servant—Apply Konnick Villa, Upper Qucen-str et, Nowton. __ "^■^7ANTED, a Doctor for the barque ?T 'Glenlora1 for London.--Apply to the agents, L. D. Nathan & Co. __ __ ANTEDTa General Servant; one that can cook and wash; references required. Mi's. John Williams, Wyndham-sU'cet, opposite Stau Ofttce- ___, TO BOOTMAKERS. —Wanted, Good Riveters and Pogmcn; constant employ ment.—Apply, hy letter en- telegram, to kigjit" brand, Allan & Co. t Qhrtatohurca. . '!> "Y&rANTED, a thorough good General W Servant.-Apply to M«j. Leg|ic. NeW



WANTED, Tenders tor the Erection of a Four-roomed Cottago in Franklyn Road. Specifications to be seen at the office of D. Goldie, Timber Merchant, Custom-housc street. ANTED, a Clerk.—Apply to Samuel Coombes, 02, Quccn-strecl. ___ O DRAPERS.—A First-class Sales woman requires a situation In a good house.—Address P. 8., Chief Jr'ost-oince. WANTED, Half-a-dozen strong Boys for a fow days Apply to E. Waters, Queea-stree t. H^TURSEMAID, willing to make her _3l solf generally useful, requires a situation. —Address, iC.Y '/'■, Post-offlco. Newton. ANTED, a strong active Lad.—Apply to Chas. Burtoni Confectioner, Quecn atreot. . PPRENTICE S wanted.—Apply to Mrs. Fargio, Dress and Mantlo Maker, '.)'i, llolwoii-streot. WANTED to Let, in Symonds-street } a 2-Roomod DoUchod Cottage—Ap to Mrs. Henry Snell, six doors above Dr. Stock well's. WANTED, a good Singer's Machinist. —Apply to Mrs Pale, Corset Maker Victoria-street. WANTED KNOWN.—Wo are still making 15s. Trousers to order.—Phillips' Mart, Queen-street. __ W "ANTED KNOWN, Green Ribbon, for St. Patrick's Day. 2Jd to 8d; other Ribbon, very wide, fid; Unbleached Calico, 1 yard wide, .id ; Superior While Shirts, 5s each ; Chignons, id to Is, no higher price; Weddinst Huts, 7s ; Largo Bottles Crosse and Blaekwell's Tart Fruits, Gd oach ; Tins of do., 4d, labels damaged only; Women's Stockings and Men's Socks", 6rt ; Skipping Ropes, Is per doz.; Tin Boxes of Matches, 8d per doz.; Blue, lOd ; Lollies, lOd; Real Wood Tea, 2s, the best 2s Od ; Scented Soap, 7 a shilling; Prunes, Id, 12ibsfor9d ; Jugs, 3s the set; Patent Leather Slippers, lined with fur. :ss; Women's Morocco Elastic Side Boots. Is Gd; Children's Boots, very cheap. Save all the Money you can ; times are very bad.— W. H. DAMPIER, Wyndham-street, corner of Albert-street. , OR SALE or TO LET, a five-roomed Cottage, double allotment, never-failing well of water. Price, £180.—To view apply at Anderson's Glasgow Store, Great North Road. T7IOR SALE, a Spring Cart in first-class JD condition. To be sold cheap, and can be soon at H. & P. Gibbons, 58, Wcllesloy-street; or Mr. Jones, Richmond. THE "BILL OF FARE of the Auck land Hotel CAFE will bear comparison with any in Auckland. 171 NGINE~FOR "SALE.—One Inverted Ll Vertical Cylinder, 8 x 12, with or without tubular boiler; one Small Double Cylinder Steam Winch.—Yeoman's, Boilermaker. T7IORSALE", at Mount, St. John, the fi' oouifortablo Family Rosidonec, contain ing 10 rooms, now in Ihe occupation oi' Mr. Aiokcn, ('.15.- Sumuol ("Joc.hrane and Kcm. i,»nii Aarints. [Airt^Rtri>ft,. jpiHEAP Allotments and Gardens, off \_y Uppt'r Quf.'cn-strcft, ainl Money lout to Huild Houses with!—C. Williamson, Vulcan Lane. 1 /VS.—-600 ACRES of Firet-cla>s Land, _H? at 10s. per acre, easy distance from Auckland. S. Yaile, llou.se aiirl l^tind Agent, Hliortland-strcet, next the l'ost-oillcc. £*tosf CASH, BALANCE l>y Weekly r^y/^9^ Payments of £1, a n(«it Dwelling House, quit" new. healthy Hit nation, good view. S. Vttiie, [iousc and Land Agent. Z*IAA CASH,BALANCEa«agreed. r^ ]L\r\r A5-roomcd Cottage, at Spring ha.uk, with allotment U) x 100, good well.—S. Vailc, Houhc, Land, and Estate Agent. j^e "*•" (~\£ \TO LEND, in sums of £f>o r^*l^ \Jr\jr and upwards.- -S. Vaile, House, Ixintl, and Commission Agent, Short land-street, next the Post-afllcc. TO LET, the Offices now in tlie occupa tion of C. .T. Joy, Esq., Solicitor, lligh streot; rent moderate.—Apply to J. Roiu. nnt ) LET, a four-roomed Jlou.se. and two _a_ roomed House in Upper Nolson-street.— Apply to It. J. liiordan, Upper Nelson-street, near Cook-street. mO BAKEHS.—To Let, a good Bake -1 house, one of the best ovens in Auckland also, if required, a Shop, Stable, and Cart-sho Apply H. .f. Riocdan. Upper Nclson-svroct. TO LET, a Bed, Bath, and Sitting-room, with Ike-place (furnished or unfurnished), being the three front rooms in a nice. Verandah Cottage, commanding a fine view, ah Springbank, Ponsonby. Terms reasonable. — Kuquire at McKinstry's, Grocer, Ponsonby Road. TO LET, Victoria Livery and Bait Stables, with Dwelling-house, in Albert and Chapel-streets —Apply to Dignan and Arm strong, 4 & 5, Imperial Chambers. TO LET, in Sliortland Crescent, those commodious Assembly Rooms, lately occupied by Ilofl'man and Sons, with the adjoin ing premises, containing 12 large lofty rooms; gas and water laid on ; well adapted for a Public Hall or large Commercial and Family Hotel.—Apply to Mowbray, Esiate Agent; or, i\lr. Samuel Brown, on the premises. _______ MrinO LET, a Grocer's House and I Shop, ton of Hobson-strcct, contain ing Grocer's Fittings complete, and gas laid on,—Apply to N, McCulsky, top of Hobeon-. street. TO LET, a new six-roomed Verandah Cottage; well finishod, a large allot ment of ground, with a nice view, situated in the bent " part of Nelson-street.—Apply to H. J. Riordan, Upper Nelson-street, near Cook-street. __ ! ONE POUND REWARD.— LOST, a Silver-coloured Pointer Dog; answers to the namo of " Bob."—Apply at thia offlce. FOUND, on the 4th instant, n float on the Waiteniata, a Kauri Log, branded J.F.— The owner can got the name by paying expenses and applying to John Thorpe, _ratcc strcot. KIVATE Board and ResidcnciTlor Gentlemen. Residence conveniently situated in a healthy position, within a few minutes walk of Queen-street. References given and required.—For address apply ollice of this paper. TO LET, a four-roomed House in Chapel street, near St. Matthew's Church.—Apply on the premises. TO LET, a Bakehouse, situated in Albert street, corner of Wyndham-street; price moderate.— Apply on the premises. RPHAN HOME, PAKNELL The Annual Collections will be made through out the various Parishes and Districts of Auck land during the present month. Donations will be thankfully received by It. C. DYER, _ Hon. Treasurer. THE Gentleman who took a Macintosh in mistake from the Range, Mount Eden, will oblige by exchanging the same at the Albert ■VTEWtON DISTRICT BOARD. Wanted Tenders for the Forming and Cutting of Richmond Road. Plans and specifications to bo seen at the Star Hotel, Newton, who o tenders will bo received up to 6 p.m. SATURDAY. March 10. The lowest or any tender not neces sarily accepted. (Signed) ROBT. T. WAR NOCK. Chairman. ARK W ORTH TEMPERANCE HOTEL. The above is situated within a few yards of the LANDING-PL.ACE. and offers to Visitors to the District a Comfortable Home, Charges Moderate. CHAS. THOMSON, Proprietor. TTT E R R~~S~C~TI O T T~ R. A. M. 17, -H-jL begs to announce that he will receive MUSIC PUPILS on MONDAY next, at Mr. Joseph Brown & Son's Music Warehouse, and at his residence, opposite St. Matthew's Church. Terms for Pianoforte, Singing, Harmonium, Theory and Composition, on application. O B U I L D E R~S. Tenders will ba received until noon of the 17th inst., for the erection of a Dwelling House at Opotiki. R. KEALS & SON, Architects, T^T O T I C E. V.*q hate In rc'iucst that all Claims agninst Captain Jonathan Worrell Hinde may be lodged with ug on or before 21st instant, DIGNAN & ARMSTRONG, i, and 5, Imperial Chambers. ,?th March, 1877. T^BsT^^^AucA'ro'^jcir WiU be Bold Cbesr., to Close Consignment, Fort'Strcct,



J>ARGA I N S i —IX— PINE MILLINERY. I COSTUMES, | MANTLES & JACKETS, DRESS GOODS, MANCHESTER GOODS, HOSIERY, GLOVES, LINEN SETS, &C, BLANKETS, SHEETINGS, CLOTHING, FANCY GOODS, &C. During the next three weeks we shall offer the above goods at REATLY JLVEDUCED X RICES! DRESS AND MANTLE MAKING OX THE PREMISES. | )O( A. LINAB Ult V & C 0., 20! ani>2oC, QUEEN-STREET. O T. PATEI CX' S DA Y. EXCURSION TO THE UPPER NORTHERN WAIROA. •«&3^& MINNIE CASEY Will leiiv-; Toka Toka on SATTTRIMY MORN ING new, 17111 instant, nt <vig it o'clock sharp, carrying Excursionist.-? tu\ far up the Riveras Pirilalij, cwllingat ToKopuru. AraUipu, Mnnga whare, ;ui<l Kaihu. returning toToku Toka same day. A QUADItTLLE BAND TN ATTBN DANCE LUNCHEON PROVIDED. Further particulars may be obtained on appli cation to Captain Rawson, llelonsville ; or, to ,J. CASEY & SON, (^iiecn-ytreet Wharf. «^k&>^ XT' O R TA U RAN GA, i^2Hs?>- |J OPOTIICT, AND HAY OF "<a^^S*>PLENTY PORTS. Tlic s.s. STAFFA will loavo Queen-street Wharf for the abovo ports at 2 p.m. TO-MOR ROW, the kh. A M-GRKGOR. ]S" ° —- ~l C E> The naif-yearly of tlip Members of the Journeymen Bakers' Association will be hold at; the BritCsh Ilolel. on SATURDAY, the 9th instant, at half-past 7 p.m. All Members arc requested to attend. JAMES MCLEAN, Chairman.^ 1 "VTOTICE TO GUM-DIGGERS, The Pukeatua and Mongapuhia Districts is OPEN for Gnm Digram? (oontitnmtion of Ma n-aroi).—Apply to Mr. Walkkk, Whnngaroi Hotel. miiADE AND LABOUR CO UN CIL. All Members Of the Painters' Society (Branch of the Council)* arc requested to meet the above Council, at Ih.o foresters' Arms, Albert-street, on SATURDAY next., March 10, at 8 o'clock , sharp.—H. PHILLIPS, President. JST ° [ c E IMPOUNDED, at t he Public Pound, Ponsonby, on the sth March, one Bay Horse, without shoes, branded hoi se-s'aoc over T cross ways. If not claimed on or before the 10th of March, 1577. will be sold by public auction, at twelve o'clock C. SPURGEON, Poundkecper. ____ BUILDERS( J|_ Tenders will be received up to noon on MONDAY, the 12th inst., for the erection of a Building in Ponsonby. » Plans, &c, at my ofl'cc, Qucen-Btroet. EDWARD MAHONEY, Architect, 0 B UT L D~~E~ RS. Tenders will be received tip to noon on THURSDAY, the 15th instant, lor the erection of Brick Bank Premises at Hamilton, Waikato, for the Bank of New Zealand, Plans, &c, at lay office, Quefin-strect EDWARD MAHONEY, Architect. HHENDERS are invited fvom competent Bushmen for Falling and Delivering at Pararaka Sawmill, Manukau, about FIVE MILLION FEET OF TIMBER in the Log. For particulars apply to WALLER & GARLICK, Onehunga. mENDERS arc invited for the Purchase JL of the Goodwill and the residue of the Lease of the Premises of the American Photo graphic Company, situate in Queen-street, Auckland. Stock-in-Trade can be had at a valuation if desired. All other particulars can be obtained from the Manager, who will receive applications until the 10th day of March, 1877. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.—John McGarrigle, _Manag*»r. I^rEGLECTED"~AND DESTITUTE _TM CHILDREN'S HOME. ME. F. G. EWINGTON has been requested to Canvass for S ctbscriptioxs in aid of the above Institution, and as the Government will give a Pound Sterling for every Pound sub scribed by the Public, it is hoped that a generous response will bu made to this appeal. The current year terminates on the 31st instant, and the Committoc respectfully request that Sub s ribers will kindly pay their subscriptions to M Ewington before that time. T. M. HAULTAIN, lT Tnn c fiP , WM. C. KENSINGTON, I Hon' bec3> m O BO O T MANUFACTURERS. A Larg Quantity of SCRAP LEATHER for Sa:e>-Ap~ to JWISEMAN( Saddler, Queen-street. "A LBUBSTA GOLD MINING COM __L PANY (REGISTERED). A Dividend to Two Shillings and Sixpence per Share will be Payable to the Shareholders on MONDAY, the 12th instant. The Share Register" ', will close on Friday, 9th, at i p.m. 11. N. GARLAND, Manager. Auckland, 7th March, 1877. >TEW ZEALAND LOAN AND MKR« IS CANTILE AGKNCY COMPANY (LIMITED). The Third Call, of Ten Shillings per Share, on the Third Issuo of the Company, will be payable at the Company's Office on TUESDAY, 3rd April, 1877. By order of the Board of Directors. ! FREDERICK BATTLEY, For the Managing Director. AneUlnnrl. Ist, March. ]577. ia/ uIUiN jl Jti JB At O*' DICERS, A Special Meeting of all Officers of Volunteer Corps, is requested for THIS EVENING, at the D -m Hhed, at 7.30. Naval Brigade, at 5.30 at Drill-shed, Lookf or further pttJ?tioularß in the morning's ***** B,I.BROY,AiN,B M



f^ H O R A L H A L L. TO-NIGHT ! ~ TO-NIGHT ! THURSDAY. Sth MARCH. HERR SCHOTT'S GRAND OPERATIC CONCERT. (Under Distinguished Patronage). PROGRAMME :— PART I. 1. Overture, "Semiramidc" (Orchcs- Rossini, tra). 2. "LaCarita"—Chorus of Lajdiks, Fossini. 3. Solo Oboo, " Robert que j'aiiuo"—■ Meyerbeer Miss EnoEßand HkrrSp.iiott. 4. Scena and Aria, " A lowly Peaßant Benedict-. Girl" (Lily of Killarney) Mr. Harding. 5. Scena, "Softly Sighs" (Der Frei- Weber. ScllUtz)—MUS. MITCHELL. G. Aria. " Heart. Bowed Down" (13ohe- Balfe. mian Girl)— Mb. Bkktt. 7. Scena, and Aria " O Mio Fernando" Dmmintiti (La Favorita) Miss Leap. 8. Grand >larcli(» Triompale. (Com- Sdiott. yiosod aiul ])Bdicatedtotho]yiol bonrne Philharmonic Society by Hcrr Schott) —Two Pianos and Harmonium —Mr. .loskph Risoivn, Mr. TUKRBIiIi, ; and Herr ScnoiT. Interval. TART 11. 1. Chorus and Solo, "Ah chc la Verdi. 3[r>rto." (Trovatore.™ Mrs. MiTCi-irciii, Mit. llarker, and CIIOKL'S. 2. Aria, "Dio Poscnte" (Faust) —Mr. Govnod. Harding. 3. Sons. 'Tin Alone" (Lily of Kil- Benedict. larney)—Mrs. M itohkll. ■1. Duet, "Ah Leonora," from " I^a JDonnizetli Favorita"—Miss Leaf and Mr. Harding. 5. Solo, Oboe, "La Zingara"—Herr Donnizetti Sciro'rr. G. Quartette, "Good Night" (Martha) Flotou: Mrs. Mitchell, Miss Lkaf, Mr. Harding, and Mr. Brett. 7. By desire : Overture, " Zampa." Conductor Herr Schott. PRICES:—3s., 25., and Is. Tickets, and Plan of Reserved Scats, at Messrs. Upton's, and Messrs. J. Brown and Son's Music "\\ arehousc. SPECIAL NOTICE. — Instrumentalists de sirous of taking part in Herr Schott's Concert arc requested to meet him at the Choral Hall, on TUESDAY EVENING, at 7.30. Final Rehearsal on WEDNESDAY, at 7.30, for Band and Principals. m II E A T R E ROYAL. B . OPENING NIGHT, FRIDAY EVENING, 9th MARCH. BACHELDER'S COMBINATION AMERICAN pANTASCOPE OF THE NEW ZEALAND POSTAL ROUTE, Introducing ;ill the features of interest FROM NEW VO iK TO HAN FRANCISCO, HONOLULU, AUCKLAND, & SYDNEY, terminating with a Magnificent View Of CAPE TOWN, South Africa. This faithful representation is 31 feet long, and lms been pronounced the Finest Painting ever ex hibited in this Colony. In addition to the above splendid Tableaux, the New American Mechanical Dioramas will be introduced for the first time, entitled — THE GREAT NAVAL ENGAGEMENT Bktween the Ironclads MERRIMAC and MONITOR! Which took place in Hampton Roads, and caused such a revolution in Naval Warfare. Also, The Gorgeoits Spectacle op tfie ENCHANTE D P A L A C E AND SILVER LAKE! The most intricate pieces of Mechanism ever witnessed-. In addition to this Mammoth Combination, the Proprietor will Distribute Gratuitously amongst the vuirtiencc ORNAMENTAL AND VALUABLE PRESENTS. The Leading Gifta on FRIDAY EVENING will include— Lady's Gold watch Elegant Oil Painting Pair Large Lustres Silver Cake Basket Opera Glass Inlaid Work-Box Silk Umbrella Meersh.vum Pipe (Guaranteed) Together with 60 or 70 other useful presents. MILLION PRICES :-3fi., 25., and Is. GRAND MATINEE, SATURDAY AFTERNOON, AT 2.30. Every Lady, and all the Children, will receive a Gift. Adults. Front Seats, 2s; Second Seats, Is; Children, 6d and Is. AQUATIC SPORTS, AT THE AUCKLAND SALT WATER BATHS, On SATURDAY nest, 10th inst. SWIMMING AND DIVING MATCHES Will be Held (Weather Permitting), To commence at 2 p.m. sharps Ist Race.—Boyß und^r 12 years; 300 feet. 2nd Race.—Boys under 1G years : -100 feet» 3rd Race.—Boys tinder 9 years; 100 feeti ith.—Diving for t Plate; all ages. sth.—Longest Dive : all agesi 6th.- Swimminc Match; all agog; 500 feet. 7th.—Longest Dive ; under 16 years. St-h.—Undressing in the Water, and bringing clothes ashore; open to all coiners. Dress-^Shirt, trousers, socks, and waist belt. In each event, three to start, or no race. Prizes and conditions to be made known at the time of entry. Swimmers will be handicapped at the discre tion of the Judge or the Proprietor of the Baths. Price of Admission to the Sports, SIXPENCE. N.B.—The Baths will be Cfosed to all Bathers during the progress of the Sports. EAST mAMAKI PACES. Will take place on Tamaki Heads Farm, ON ST. PATRICK'S DAY, SATURDAY, 17th MARC H, 1877. Day of General Entry, Friday, .Oth March, at 4 p.m.; also acceptances for St. Patrick's Han dicap at the same time. First Race to start at half-past twelve o'clock. Hurdle Rack, of 15 so vs. Entrance, 30s. Dis tance, about 2 miles, over 8 nights of hurdles, no weight less than list. Maiden Plate, of 10 soys. Entrance, 1 soy. Distance, 1J miles ; for all horses that have never won an advertised race. Weights : 3 years, 7st. 111b.; i years. Oat.; syears, 9st. Gib.; 6 years and aged, Ost. 71b. Mares and geld ings allowed 31bs. St. Patrick's Handicap, of 30 soys. Nomina tion, 1 soy.; acceptance, 2 soys. Distance, 2 < miles. Closer!, 8 entries. Poky Race, of 5 soys. Entrance. 10s., post entry. Catch weights. For ponies 14 hands and under. Welter Sellixr Race, of 20 soys. Entrance, 2 soys. Ditsance, 2 miles. Winner to be sold for 15 soys.: any surplus to go the funds If to be sold for lOsors,, an allowance of 7lbs! 3 years old, lOst 7.1b5,; 4 years old, list, fibs,: 5 ycarsold, 126t. 21bS.; G years and aged, I2st. lOlbs.^ Hack Race, of -.-= gpvßi Once round course, Catch weight. Post entry* Admission to Course. Is, No ehstfge for horses or vcir.cJcß, ED. WOOLPIELD, Hon. Sec. M" ONEY TO LEND, on Mortgage/at the usual rates of interest.—W. H. Con« Vulcan Lane. TO'MOKROW, " lir"* M. J ONES & C 0. W ILL sell b^ auction, at the Centra! 'Ik Sai° RoornSt tomorrow (Faiday), at li POULTRY-Turkeys, Geese, Ducks, Fowlb, Pigeons, Canaries, &o. Potatoes, Onions. Cheese. Bacon, Maize, Oats, I3ran, Flour, Soap, Sugar, Tea, Candles, liftrgo quantity of New ana Set'ond-bani! Household Furniture. 3 bales American Sheetiijg and ShirtiHg1. Glassware, Qwfcery, &o.» wad a lei c* Sundries,



TO-MORROW, NOON. MARKET-DAY AUCTION SALE. AT ARTHUR'S MART. Ex ' Efi--ie Meikle,' @ Lyttjeltox. -|i)/\ SACKS FOWLS' WHEAT JL /Q \J 12 cases Bacon and H ams. in cloth PRODUCE.—Potatoes, Onions, Carrots, Oats, Maize, Flour, Bran, Oatmeal, l\unioras, Ameri can Buckets, 20 cju'cs .Damsons, o() cases Apples, 20 bags Apples, SO Good Choose, v kegs Butter. Bacon. Bcof. GROCERIES.—KoiIIer's Marmalade and Ju jubes, Orange- Peel, Herrings, Soda, Soap, Pickles, Currants, Rice. Tea, Cornflour, Tartario Acid, Ling Fish, Blacking, Vinegar, Tobacco, Pipes, Paper, Twine, Sugar (white and brown). Mustard. FURNITURE DX PARTMENT. AT ONK OCLOCK, 1 A Cottage Piano, walnut case; a Large and Superior Musical Box, 1 small ditto, Drawing room and Dining-room Suites, Mangle and "Washing Machine, Portable Boiler, Stalled and Wood Chairs, Ghosts of Drawers, Loo and Square Tables, Washstands,Toilet,Sets,Lamps, Earthe nware. Brushwaro, Rillo, Saddle, Sewing Machines, Plated Tea Set Also, Concertinas, Dolls, Boxes of Toys, "Rooking Horses, Ladies' and Children's Dresses, Trimmed and Untrimnied Hats and Bonnots, Books, Tea Trays, a Quantity ot: Unredeemed Pledges. THURSDAY, NOON. PIA NOFO RT E HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE.. &c. GREY STREET. R, ARTH UR, HAS been favoured with instructions from Mr H. Ellis, who is leaving for the South, to Soil by auction, at his residence. Grey-street, next Mr .7. Halyday's, on Thursday next, loth instant, at 12 o'clock noon: His Household Furniture and Effects, con sisting of Parlour, Dining Room, and Kitchen ! Furniture; Bedding, Kitchen Utensils, Glass and Earthenware, &c. &c. Also, A Good Pianoforte, m vv alnut case. TO-MORROW. TIMBER ! TIMBER ! TIMBER ! L. AY. EATON HAS received instructions to sell by auction, on the Firewood Wharf To morrow (Friday), March Oth, at 2 o'clock. Aft AAffc FEKT KAURI BOARDS and 4fcV, V"J 1/ SCAXTLING, in lots to suit pur chasers—l x 3, i x 2, 6xl, G x 2, !)x:|, 9xl, !) xH, fix 3, -Ix 2, 0 x o, 9 x i, 12 x 1, 12 x l.i, 12 x 2. ~ FRIDAY," NOON.—Makkkt-house. "POULTRY.— Turkeys, Fowls, Ducks, _ffi_ Pigeons. Fancy Birus. fee, &<•. PRODUCE—Cheese, Bacon, Potatoes, Onions, &c. Pears, Apples. Dog Cart, in good condition, with lamps, cushions, &c, complete. Spring Cart in good order. R. C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21. ' PRELIMINARY NOTICE. THE Subscribers have received instruc tions from R. Walker, Esq., who is leav ing for England, to sell at his residence, St. George's Bay Road, on Wednesday, 21st inst. commencing at 11 o'clock, * The Whole of his Valuable Household Furniture, Trichord Pianoforte. Further particulars in future issue. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. MONDAY, MARCH 12, 1877. EX THURLAND CASTLE. ENGRAVINGS, SPORTING PICTURES COLOURED PRINTS, CASH BOXES* WATERPROOF COATS, GENTS' Urn BRELLAS, PADLOCKS, PAPIER MACHE TRAYS, JAPANNED DO.I WHIPS, SHIRT FRONTS, STUDH AND SOLITAIRES. PURSES, MUSICAL CIGARS AND SNAILS KNIVES AND FORKS, BREAD KNIVES, WATCH GLASSES, E P CRUET STANDS, SARDINE BOXES* SPECTACLES, NEEDLES, TOAST RACKS, DOLLS, GILT CHAINS CUT GLASS DECANTERS, CUl* SHERRY GLASSES, CUT PORT GLASSES. rfiHE subscribers have been instructed to JL sell, at the Mart, Fort-streot, on Monday I.2th instant, at 11 o'clock, Ex Thurland Castle— 17 Cases, containing—Framed EnsrravlnKS Hunting, Racing, Marine, Steeplechase! and other Coloured Pictures. E. P Crue' Stands, Sardine Boxes and Toast Racks!* oO dezen Cut Sherry and Port Wine Glasses, Waterproof Coats, Hi Cut Decanters, Japanned Cash Boxes (all B13S), Papier Maohe and Jananneso xi-dys, Whips Chains, Dolls, Needles, Studs and Solitaires, Shirt Fronts Purses, Knives and Forks, Spectacles, &c, &c, &c. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON Auctioneers. TO-MORROW. THE HAYMAIt KE T. JpOR SALE, To-morrow (Friday), at 11 2 Draught Horses and Tip Drays. ALFRED BUClvuntfD. MONDAY, 11 Z5T™ IMPORTANT TO" PLUMBERS GAS. FITTERS, TINSMITHS, AND GENERAL DEALERS/ CLEARING - OUT SALE OF MACtTT NERY, TOOLS, STOCK-IN-TRADE &C, AT MESSRS. A. & W. CRAIG* WYNDHAM-STREET, ox ACCOUNT OF DISSOLUTION OF THE PART NERSHIP. R. ARTHUR HAS been favoured with instructions from Messrs. A. & W. Craig, who have dissolved partnership, to sell by anoM on on their U tffc dham-street- on Men lay next, at Their First-class PLANT of MACI-TTNT?T?V and TOOLS necessary fw caSinl on the Business of Manufacturing Plumb™ Worker!' Tinsmitb ' and The Well-assorted Stork nf Gnsfittpr'a Plm* i s-.w^ nSe^Slii fridayT marchl! "^ SOtJS EH 0 LD~FU RNI TtJ -RF LAWN MOWER, READING DESK A GetuTc alronm^ r' ient tof Household Fnrnj B a Mfin? Li-cm and Wood Boa SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers! FRIDAY, JVIAUCH 0, T H E HAY MA X X E T. FOR SALE, at tiio ffaymarket. <m FA* daj'i March D, at 11 o'clock, A MioitoUffhtoed Mare, stinted So Buckstam And, ' * Medium Draught Gelding, a good p\illsv