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THE EVENING STAR, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 1877.



Auction Sales. ) TO-MORROW, NOON. MARKET-DAY AUCTION SALE. AT ARTHUR'S MART. POULTRY— Fowls, Turkeys, Ducks, Geese. Pigeons, Canaries. &c. PRODUCE—FIour, Wheat, Barley, Pearl Barley, Potatoes. Carrots, Bacon, Hams. Butter, Cheese, Apples, &c. GROCERIES. —32 casks Crushed Lump Sugar, 20 half-chests Tea, Cocoa, Cornflour, Rice, Sago, Arrowroot, Raisins, Currants, Sauces, Soap, Paper, &c. FURNITURE DEPARTMENT. AT O.\'K O'CLOCK KM, Cottage Piano. Household Furniture and Effects, a large assortment ; Earthenware, Stoves, Ovens. Kitchen Utensils, Tinware, assorted Fancy Goods, Clothing, New Blankets, Pictures, Car penters' Tools. TO _ MORIIoWj At -2 O'clock. 4TI OT T AGE PI AN O. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. AT AR T HUE ' S MAE T. FURNITUI ;K 3 )EPARTMENT. ALFRED EUCKLAND. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14. THEIIAYM A R X E T. FOR SALE, at the Haymarket, on Friday next, at 11 o'clock, 60 Loads of Hay and Straw 1 Spring Cart 1 Dbubie-seated Baggy A Team of Good Plough Horses Draught and Riding Horses. f ALFRED BUCKLAND. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23. THE HAYIMA RXE T. FIRST-CLASS LAND AT PUKEKOHE. FOR SALE, on Friday, 2Sth September, at 11 o'clock. Lot 61, Section 2, the property of Mr. John Reynolds, containing 10 acres, fenced, and in Coxfoot grass. ALFRED BUCKLAND. FPvIDAY. SEPTEMBER 14. THE HAYMA RXE T. FOR SALE, on Friday, Sept. 14, at 11 o'clook. 1 Powerful four-year-old Colt 1 Powerful Three-year-old Colt 1 Medium Draught Three-year-oid Colt 2 Good Plough Harses. ALFRED BUCKLAND. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10. THE DRURY SALE VI7ILL take place on Wednesday, Sept. Vf 19, at 11 o'clock, for a Mixed Herd of about 200 Heafi Well-bred Cattle, including id Well-bred Two and Three-year-old Steers, in fresh condition 10 Springing Cows 5 Springing Heifers. ALFRED BUCKLAXD. FRIDAY. SEPTEMBER 23. THE H A V M A It X E T. FOR SALE, at the Haymarket, on Fri day, 28th instant, at 12 o'clock. The Allotment, at Mercer, known as Dr. Corbett's, being No. G, oi Section 3, near to the River, and a good business position. ALFRED P.UCKXAND. THE HAYMAPtKET. CJALES of WOOL, SHEEPSKINS, and £3 HIDES, EVKKY F HID A¥.at 1 o'clock. For Bale : WOOLP A C X S. ALFRED P.UOKLAND. WEDNESDAY. SEPTEMBER 26. THE CATTLE FAIR \7rriLL be held at REMUERA on \ ? Wednesday, September 26. Above 1 200 HEAD WILL BE YARDED- Those who purpose selling should send in writing number and description of Stock before September 12th. and those first entered will have priority of sale in their respective classes. ALFRED BUCKLAND. SAMUEL-" CO CHI! ANE & SON. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14. HANDSOME ROSEWOOD PIANO FORTE "ZEIGLER." rgIHE subscribers will sell by auction, at 5 the Mart, Fort-street, on Friday next, at. 11 o'clock. A Very Handsome Rosewood Pianoforte, Trichord, by :^eigler, full compass and very fine tone. SAMUEL COCIIRANE & SON, Auctioneers. FRIDAY. SEPTEMBER 14. WALNUT PIANOFORTE (BY KELLY). SECRETARY. PICTURES, RIMU DINING TABLE, COUCH AND CHAIRS, BEDSTEADS AND BED DING. CHEFFONIERS, CHESTS DRAWERS. HANDSOME BIRD CAGE. CARPETS, TOILET MIR ROR 12 HAND-SEWING MACHI NES (NEW), ENVELOPES, NOTE PAPER, PLOTTING PAPER. ACCOUNT PAPER, &c, &C fIHKE subscribers have been instructed to JL sell at the Mart. Fort-street, on Friday, 11th instant, at II o'clock, A Large Variety of Good Household Furniture, &c., including; the above, which has been removed to the Mart for conven ience of salt-. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. BISQUIT, DUEOUCHE, & CO [Established 1519.] SHIPPERS OF BRANDY COGNAC j Its mius., «tt.-CASICS, CASES, & FLASKS. 9K) Sole Agent in Auckland:— L. D. NATHAN & CO. pOUYEK, GUILLET &, CO. U *' COGNAC. TRADE '**&' MARK. itESTABLISKED IN 1800 J. MESSRS. L2Vr i S BRO TH E ES, AUCKLAND, Have secured the AGENCY for this Celebrated BRANDY, sojustly considered the finest mad ;. They havq alwava on hand Hdds.tflQuHrter



Sto _>^^, HP° STAND THIS The well-known Clydesdale Stallion " YOUNG WELLINGTON." He was bred br Mr. Patterson, of Wanga mii. His sire " Wellington" is acknowledged to bo one of the finest horses ever imported to Nbw Zealand. His dam was an imported Mare from Hobart Town; and, when exhibited, received every first-class prize as a Brood Marc. "Young Wellington"' stands 17 hands in height, his colour is a beautiful dark dapple brown ; he lias a wonderful docile temper ; has good action, and for symmetry he has not his equal in the country. " Young Wellington" lias proved him self a sure foal getter, and thoroughly staunch in harness. " Young Wellington'1 stock, now rising 2 years Old, for size, symmetry, and action cannot be surpassed. For further particulars see future advertise ment. C. T.HARDING Mechanics* Bay. TJ S T B OfU GH T AT AUCTION. 1000 yards New Dresses, 61 d. worth Is Gd 1000 ~ New Dresses {new shades), V.d, worth Is6d 1000 ~ Grey and Brown Homespuns, 7Ad, worth Is 6d 1000 ~ Extra Quality Skirtings, new shades, Is 3d, worth 3s Gd 1000 „ Ginghams, 6d, worth Is 1000 „ New Cambrics, dark grounds, sad, worth Is 500 „ Felt Carpets, 2s M, worth 3s Gd Extra Quality and Width, 3s Gd, worth As 6d 5 bales Blankets, full 10-1 size, Its lid 13 pair 250 gross Buttons, Is lid gross, worth 6s. Ex 'Spirit of the Davo\ Morley's Knitting Cotton, Coats' Machine Cotton, Fine Fingering Yarns. 6 cases WINTER GOODS, comprising Whale bone, and other scarce lines. J. M. MC L A CH L A N, 218, QUEEN-STREET, c \> > IS 13 w f H £j > | §? t— E S tz; tr — { —< h h Cm - b* £ g c t"< £ 5 £ te! a: L •- < !jj H m °° i S I-' ■****■. |jj 2 eg > 2 R 2 c 3 I -li ► ts o H g 2 " 00 t) •;jsj.nv}[noriJOH «b st?o.ioi[ OOUOMOdX9 ( S.reO^ £1 pT3l{ SutATJlf '^UOJOf) syq-j o} njosn sv poeKiuu.renQ opn-tV j*"-ioajj; ■saaas uhavot:.'! saaas saaas Naaava nhhoxki ■IV uiom %o3 iijav noil pu^ ODUid £.m ii^o 'sopp.iK sffß[o-isa[( oansur o% pins 'SHHAVOTaT P«« SaiSVXaOaA T« suostiog 13 no.I jr muoui sim ?oti ssji\t •S.NIHHOK -S =S \T, aXISOddO 'xoaaO. aaab asvniDQ. V T> O T T E X & CO., BURHAM-STREET, HAVE ON S A L E : GO doz. French Waxed Calf 100 doz. Basils (assorted) 5000 Stonbridge Fire Bricks 200 casks Cement SCO bags Salt, line and coarse 20 cases Bottled Salt 300 boxes Candles (Helmonta*id Gondas) W)0 boxes Starch, white :md blue 50 cases Jams (K.B. and Peacoolce's) Sugar, Company's, Mauritius, and En glish Crushed Loaf Tea, chests, hal£-ohest3, and boxes Flour (Saunders, and other brands) Tar and Pitch Bluntz T.TetHl, 11 to 2! oz. Boiled and Raw Oil, in drums White Lead Sheathing Nails, 1 and H inch Sardines, I and j's (Albert's) Herrings, Vinegar Mustard (Column's and Kent's) Currants, Raisins, Soap, Blue Tobacco, Vestas Paper., and Paper Bags Cornflour, Cocoa, and Chocolate Confectionery, L. & P. Sauce Dr. Townshcnd'.-i Sarsnparilla V/liiting, Soda, Crystals Soap Powder, Miller's Baking Powder Poi.-itocs (Auckland and Canterbury) Cheese, Butter, fee, &c. mHE THISTLE HOT EL, JL Near the THEATRE ROYAL. QUKKN-STItEKT. SPLENDID SIT'!'(KG ROOMS. The Upstairs Bah is Unequalt.kd. Every attention given to the Public. ts~ Bennett's Pkize Exhibition Billiard Table, sent from London expressly. Pro nounced by Mr. Cole, agent for J. Roberts, Esq.. Champion of the World, to be the Best in 1:B Colony. HENRY KEANE, Manager. THE PRETTIEST BILLIARD-ROOM and BEST TABLE in Auckland AT THE TH ISTLE HOTEL, QUEEN-ST LtEET. Auckland. US' ilosi' C-u;iU' ul iiAitJii^'G, "Si



TTNITED SERVICE HOTEL, \J CORNFR OF QUEEN Sc WELLESLEY-STREKTS. t -■ '.*■'■",- .. ■ * ■'; J.'.' fpsr°. S -■ 111 JOHN HANCOCK, Pkoprietob. IMPORTER OF FORKIGN WINKS AND SPIRITS. Auc kl. a n p, N. Z. T-EWMAK KET HOTEL. CHANGE OF PROPRIETORSHIP. George ROBSON (lato Providoro of s.s. ltotomahana), 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 bo glad to welcome new ones. JT A I P A It A II O T E L, HELENSVILLE. JAMES HAND, having completed improve ments to the J [otel, will be glad to accommodate Travellers and Sportsmen who may favour him with a visit. The Hotel is within a few yards of the wharf. Two first-class steamers leave twice a week, ensuring quick trips for visitoi-s to the splendid Wairoa river, and other beautiful districts. A Rood Table kept, and the best of Wines and Spirits. J. TI A N D, PROPRIETOR. MANGAW II All E Ii OTE L, NORTHERN WAIROA. Visitors may rely upon receiving every attention at the above Hotel. Private Roomj kor Families. &3T Boats for Hire to all parts of the River. Ciiakoes Moderate. EDWARD DOWNING, ProprißTOß. AU R O It A H 0 T E L, COHNKK OF Victoria and Chapel-streets. P. GLEESON, Having received Fifty - five Hogsheads of EHRENFRIED'S BKST ALE, invites his Customers to come and Sample tho Quality. OCCIDENTAL! OCCIDENTAL O CCI DENTAL 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. Jn returning thanks to Ihe public for past favours, tho Proprietor wishes them to know U sat ho is now in a position to oiler the best of accom m odation. EDwD _ pKRKINS> Proprietor. N.B.—Curiosities of all kinds wanted. Best of Prices given. Centaur's Index, and Victoria Racing Club Programme for 1877, in printed pamph lets, to be seen. ■\\T ELL IN G TON HOTE L, V ? WELLINGTON-STREET, Auckland. R. J. SUTCLIFFE, (Late at the British Hotel), PROPRIETOR. f-^ 0 M M E R C I A L II O TE L, \j hamilton west, waikato. One of the Lawikst Hotels ix the ( 'lll.flNV, IS NO W OPE N, Replete with every comfort and convenience. TLc Rooms arc large, lofty, well-ventilated, and liberally furnished. The Suites of Apartments for Families are first-class. The Show-Rooms for Commercial Travellers, Alloock'9 Bii.ma.iu> Tahle, and Uie Stabling Accommodation, are un equalled in the province, the latter being under the snporlntendance 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 Auckland. W. Walker, PROPRIETOR. T7" A 1 II U TT OTEL, DAEGAVILLE, NORTII ER N WAIR OA. First-class Accommodation and Attendance. WINES AND SPIRITS OF BEST QUALITY. R. Whitson & Son's First Quality Beer on Draught. recherche table de hote. 53L Home and Colonial Papers Filed. TES JOSEPH RAYNES, Proprietor. EDEN TTINE TTOTEL V JLL EDEN TERRACE. L IST O F PRIC ES :— Mirtell and Hennessey's Brandy, 4/0 f' bottle Greenlcss and Colville's Campbclton Whisky i> and -1/6 (proof) $ bottle Dunville's Whisky, 4/ per,,bottle Rum, 3/; Old Jamaica (proof), i/ ; small, 2/T? bottle Couscn's Sherry (best). 1/ ; small, 2/ TP bottle Sandima.n'3 (best) Port, .1/: small, 2/ V bottle Amoniillado Sherry, 5/; small, 2/6 V bottle Old Tawny Port, 6/; small, 2/6 V bottle English Ginger Wine, 3/ bottle. In Cask (Gknuinb Brands) : Hennessey's and Mart oil's Brandy, 5/6 IP bottle Bisquit Dubouchc's Bnmdy, 5/ :t< bottle «chi;.-cUun Schnapps, l/G; small, 2/li bottle Geneva, JDKZ, large, if; small, 2/9 IP bottlo Old Tom, M W bottle Diuivillc's Whisky, ■!/ W bottle Townsond's Sarsapr.rilla, 5/ per bottle English Ale 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). Sam ue l evinson, Proprietor. Auckland. 14th March. 1877. A LEXA ND R A HOTEL. DUP.HAM and CHAPEL-STREETS. D. M. CARGO Having taken possession of this old-established Hotel, informs the public that he has received a Large Importation of FOREIGN WINES atad SPIRITS of the Best Brands, and has made all necessary arrangements for the comfort of Visitors and Boarders. HANCOCK'S SPAKKUNG ALES. D. M. CARGO, Proprietor. WAIWERA(HOT SPRINGS. HOTEL. The Manager of t.h>3 eotablishment begs to announce that on and after Ist Ma 3' proximo, the Charges will b<; Reduced to— Ist Class, £2 10s. per week, or Bs. per day. nd Class, £110s. „ 53. „ VS'tti-.vu-u, 2iat Avtii. 1577



; i SPECIAL.! 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, T lI E V II AY E DETE R MINED TO BPwING FORWARD A LARGE PARCEL OF General ]Vlerchandise, WITH THEIR SHIPMENTS OF SPRING GOODS, NOW LANDING, AND TO ARRIVE. THE WHOLE WILL P»E OFFERED TO THE TltxlDE AT LOW ADVANCES, TO CLEAR THE SAME AT AN EARLY DATE, AND I'lIK itsr Usual Facilities Allowed. "^3 , j I'pji'] '- GOODS ARE NOW JJEINC OPENED, AND THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS WILL HE found replete. An Jljarly Call is Solicited. N.B.—lt has beea well circulated in the HOME MAMET, by some of the other Houses, WITH A VIEW TO INJURE OUR REPU TATION, tha* WE SKMj LOY\t ; but as we SATISFIED WITH SMALL PROFITS, WE SHALL CONTINUE OUR USUAL COURSE OF BUSINESS without reference to the above remarks, and appoal with confidence to OUR CUSTOMERS for a CONTINUANCE OF THEIR SUPPORT. NO EXTRA DISCOUNT FOR CASH WILL BE ALLOWED, AS TIIE GOODS ARE ALREADY MARKED EXCEEDINGLY LOW r\UEEN AND A LBERT-STREETS, IAUCKLAND.



. A MERICAN SEWING MACHINES, ; _^-\_ '; THE LARGEST SALE IN AUSTRALIA. i Reduced Price List. i "THE HOME" SHUTTLE-LOCK-STITCH. j THE PERFECTION OF MECHANISM. ' Simple, Compact, Efkiciext, Durable, i and Complete. I tt sews with the least possible amount of labour, and a Girl of Twelve Years can run it \ without fatigpie. It is a Triumph i of Mechanical Genius. I ' THE HOME" SHUTTLE is the only practica j Low-price Lock-stitch Sewing Machine ; ever invented. This UNEQUALLED MACHINE uses a straight needle, makes the "Lock-stitch" (alike | on both sides), has a self-ad'listing tension, and ' 1 is adapted to every variety of sewing for any j wear, from the lightest muslins to the heaviest; I a?;d will even SEW MEATHEB ; it will Hem, . Fell, Bind, Cord, Braid, Seam, Tuck, Ruffles, J Hemstitch, and Gather. This Machine will sew I on and gather at the same time, and will work equally well on Silk, Linen, Woollen, and Cotton Goods, with Silk, Linen, or Cotton Thread. It is not necessary for us to endeavour to cle tract from the merits of any other machines. We claim to sell THE BEST FAMILY SEWING MACHINE INT THE MARKET, without regard to Prick, and we feel confident that whenever persons wishing co buy Sewing Machines give the "HOME" SHUTTLE SEWING MACHINE a fair trial, in competition with other Machines we will have the preference. Withj the Machine is furnished—Hemmer, Bracier. Shuttle Bobbins, Oil Can, Oil, Screw, driver, Five Needles, Guage, Table Clamp, and directionsjf or use. All securely packed in strong case with ninges. P R I C E :- Complete in box £4 03. With Table and Treadle £6 ss. With Table and Treadle. Half-Cabinet, 1 with Cover, Lock and Key £7 7s In proof of their superiority over all other Machines, we guarantee them you five YKARS. Where the genuine "HOME" SHUTTLE MACHINES, stamped with our name, are not procurable, we will send them direct to pur chasers on receipt of remittance or reference. L. D. NATHAN & CO SOLE AGENTS. We have appointed the undersigned Sole Retail Agent for Auckland, where the Gemiine Home Shuttle Machines are procurable by time payments. Illustrations, Specimens, and Tuition free of charge J. V. BREDA, Shortland-Btrcet HITCHENS' CELEBRATED BLOOD RESTORER. A NKVER-FAIMNG REMEDY For all Skin Diseases, Rheumatism in all its forms, such as Gout, Neuralgia, Sciatica, and Lumbago, likewise cures Chronic Dysentery, and is a valuable remedy as a Family Medicine for purifying and cleansing the blood. No Bottles are Genuine unless bearing the Proprietor's Signature. HAMILTON BROTHERS1, Queen-street, Wholesale Agents. Sold by Mr. J. Kosox. Choraist, Queen-street: Mr. A. G. HUGUKS, corner of Shortland and Princes-streets; Mr. Romvsox, Chemist, Par nell: Messrs. Hill and Hudson, Victoria-street; and Mr. Fallwbll, Otahuhu. Miraculous Cure, AI'TKK TXAVAILIXG MEDICAL AID AMD OTIIEK KKMKDIEd HAD FAILED. Auckland, Ist June, IST". Mk. llitchens, Dear Sir,—l feel I should not be doing you justice, or the extraordinary medicine you manufacture, where I not to acknowledge the wonderful euro it has effect oil upon myself. It will bo necessary to explain the nature of my complaint. On th« passage to tin's colony, in tlie ship Jessie Osbornc I had a severe attack of Rheumatic Fever, and was carried ashore in the mo.it helpless condition, i remained in this state for several months suffering the most intense pain. 1 tried many ;■(•:, odies, but to no effect, and began to despair of ever getting relief. 1 was recommended by a friend to try your wonderful Blood Uestorc*. I dirt so. and the change—almost from the first dose—was astonishing. I am now perfectly restored to health, and as well as ever i was in my life. Should yon fuel disposed lo give publicityito this letter, I would pay to those suffering from Rheumatism do not delay, but at once take your invaluable medicine, and they will soon find relief. For myself. 1 can only say that you have my lasting gratitude, an 1 f shall at all times take it as a pleasure tonivu myoneall the information possible, i herewith enclose a Certificate from twouentli'ini'ii (VisitingOflicers of the Fountain of Friendship Lodge of Odd Fellows), and have their permission to give publicity to it.—l am, clear Sir. yours ever prrut<>fllUy' «*'<-:.*-ffriioß.H.Jo S Ks.a Auckland, Ist June, 1577. We, the undersigned, Visiting Ofliccrs of the Loyal Fountain of Friendship Lodge, of the 1.0.0. F., M.U-. A.D., bear witness to the won derful cure of Kro. Jones, etfected by the use of Mr. Hitchcns1 Blood Restorer. O. Ovkkton. N.G. Al.i'lihn AUSY, V.G. Other Testimonials from sufferers who have marvellously recovered, will foilow. THE GREATEST WONDER OF MODERN TIMES. Long experience has proved these famous remedies to be most effectual in curing either the dangerous maladies or the slighter com plaints which are more particularly incidental to the life of a miner, or those living in the bush. Occasional doses of these Pills will guard the system against those evils which so often beset the human race, viz.:—Coughs, colds, and dis orders of the liver and stomach —the frequent forerunners of fey r, dysentery, diarrhoea, and cholera. Is the most effectual remedy for old sores wounds, ulcers, rheumatism, and all skin diseases ; in fact, when used according to the printed directions, it never fails to cure alike deep and superficial ailments. These Medicines may be obtained, from all respectable Druggists andStorekeepersthrough out tho civilised world, with directions for use in almost eveiy language. They are prepared only by the Proprietor, THOMAS HOLLOWAY, £i>3, Oxford-street, London. \* Beware of Counterfeits r.hat may eiuinate r«wii tb>» United Sta.«nn. TH E O T AII UiT U BUTCHERY, BAKERY, & GENERAL STORE. To Suit the Dun Times. s _ Splendid White Sugar o" s*s tt> Best Teas, from 2 0,, Sperm Candles (Price's) .. .. ..10,, Tallow Candles .. .. .. .. 0 0 ~ Washing Soda .. .. .. .. 0 U „ Largo Bars Soap .. .. .. .. 0 G „ Pudding Raisins ..0 7 ~ Currants 0 G ~ Bolting Soda.. .. .. .. .. o G ~ Starch White or Blue) 0 0 ~ Theso are a few of my Revised List or Prices FOR CASH ONLY. One trial will prove the fact that you can Buy CmUi'KK i>'ok Cash from the undersigned than any other Store or Hawker in the Village. FRESH BREAD, BUTTER, MEAT, DAILY. QUALITY GUARANTEED. Tinware, Earthenware, Brush ware. Cash Buyer of Butter, Cheese, and General Farm Produce. 2J % discount for all orders of £1 and upwards. la. Note address :— I F. DG ROSE, OTAHUHU BAKERY &GENERAL STORE im c o n o m y. Make the Money co as far as possible by using WENUEL'S FIRST-CLASS DYE S, Cheap, Permanent, and Bright, for Ri bONS, FIiAKXKLS, SlL.lv.-i, &C. [ . Directions on er.rh bottle. Price Is. and 2s.



FREDK. HEWIN.] [HENRYfHEWIN mII E ~T> ES T jTi OFF E E F. HEWIN ALWAYS GOOD ALIKE, at K. lIEWIN Sc BROTHER'S. FRENCH & INDIAN CONDIMENTS, In Great Perfection, as usual, at F. HEWIN & BROTHERS. Specialities ! Specialities ! I True Indian Currie r-. / ( True Indian Cliut- Mushrooms and ) ) nej- *- J Butter \ ) Real French Sar- , —, French Beans ( ) dines v > Oxford Sausage ( \ French Mustards r . German Sausage i i Frencli Vinegars i Essence of Kennett J ) French Fruits «- J Jugged Hare ( ) Truffled Pates Do , s Hare Soup ( \ Joi Gras > / Ivlock Turtle i > Truflled Pates of Ox Tail } ) Partridge, Wood j ] Chili Vinegar \ ) cock, Quail, &c. I J Tarragon Vinegar ( ) Trufllcs Fines de , Mince Meat ( ( Perigord v , Plum Pudding / \ Asparagus, long Tunny Fish } ) tins f"1 Guava Jelly, ( ) Green Peas, 1 and J &c., &c. ( ) 2j^_ ,_3_.____ ( FOR THE BEST CHEESE, SMOKE-DRIED BAOON, HAMS, GOOD IbUTTER, GO TO F. HEWIN & BROTHER'S, PROVISION FACTORS, AND FANCY GROCERS, mxT-r. T 1 Ti/TT, CORNKK OF QUEEN AND THE JL POT, WELLESLEY-STREETS, Opposite United Service Hotel, AUCKLAND. "ITX AMI LTO N, WAIKATO. SANDES & CO., CHEMISTS AND DRUGGISTS, Have always on Stock a complete assortment of Drugs, Chemicals, Perfumery, Toilet Requisites, Horse and Cattle Medicines, &c, &'c.; &c. Stationer}', Tobacco, Cut Tobacco, Fancy Goods, &c, in endless variety. &3T Agent: Auckland Evening Star. yENETIAN BLIND FACTORY, SgjiW M^ll I^B '&M&§ik ImMks M^Lfc5 WIRE GAUZE BLINDS, atcd PERFORATED ZINC BLINDS, MAY BE HAD AT THE AUCKLAND VENETIAN BLINP MANUFACTORY, CORNER OF COOK AND GREY -.STREETS, Of any dimensions, in any number from One to a Hundred, within a. given time, of the best quality, and reasonable prises, and sent to all parta of New Zea land. Terms cash. Estimates returned by Post. A. & A. BUSBY (Late M. Morten Busby). VENETIAN BLTND MAKERS AND WIRE WORKERS, Corxkr ob Cook a.mj Guky-strkets. ifeTEW ZEALAND LEAD AND GAL- J3i VANISED IRON WORKS COMPANY (LIMITED), Havk ox Hand kor Sale :— Compo and Lead Pipe ; Sheet Lead, i, 5, 6 and Tins.; Siieet Zinc, Spouting of all kinds. Tin Platt-8, Brass Fittings, Gaii Pipe, Iron Tanks, &c, Plain ami Corrugated Galvanized Iron. 1555, Lowe3t Prices, and Literal Terms. "W% Works:—Victoria-stkee'T A v ckland. T EA! Tea. T EA! FLAVOUR WITHOUT WEAKNESS. AND STRENGTH WITHOUT COARSENESS, Arc the special recommendations of my TEAS, at 25., 2s. 6d. and 3s. per pound. F. WHITEHEAD. The FINEST GREEN TEA everj imported to the Colonies. The unrivalled, pure, iin colourcd Japanese Green Tea, can bo o>tained at ss. per lb., at F. WHITEHEAD'S. Fine Broken Lea Assam Congou, 3s. 6d. $ lb. Very Fine Assam 1 koe Congou, -Is. © lb. Finest Scented 0< ange Pekoe, -is. $ lb. Coifces, Choice and Strong (Fresh Roasted and Ground). TOBACCO AND CIGARS. New Season's " Venus," 1/9 9 tb.; Very Choice " Real Virginia.," 10's (going 12), /I, or 3/10 r(? lb. Try it! " Grape Leaf," " Water Lilly." " All the Rage," "Flower of All Nations," "Barrett's Crown," and " Imperial Ruby." A large assortment of well-known brands in Cigars, including some real Havannah "IXL," "Erota," "El Agiiila de Oro," "La Morena," "Chas. Dickens," "La Gloria," "LaGarboloza," "La Flor de 'Fama," &c. Ormorid Swiss, Cheroets, Ha vanah-shaped Manillas. Cigarettes, &c.; also Choicest Cut Aromatic Tobacco, 2h ozs. for Is. Prices Low!!! Terms :—Cash. F. WHITEHEAD, TEA DEALER AND TOBACCONIST, VICTOKI \-STREET, AtJCaCLAND. f^i ALVA.NIZED IRON WORKS 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, d,t the Works, "Wcllcsl6V~stirG6t. Plumbiiig Work in every Branch of the Trade. Gasflttiiig of every style done at shortest notice. Experienced Workmen sent to any part of the Country. S. PARKER has erected first-class, machinery, and having completea all nis arrangements for manufacturing, is in a position pi'omptly 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 Auckxajsto Waterworks, wellesls y - street, ATTCKtiNT!. JJ- O T 1 C E. G. R. McNAB, For Many Years in the Employ of Messrs. C.HUICIfSIIANK & CO., Begs leave to announce, to hi;> Friends, and the Public generally, that he hasPUJiCHASED tlie GROCERY ami i'ltOVi-SION jSUSIN tESS of Mr. C. Sutton. 30, QUEEN-STREKT, where lie intends keeping a FIRST-CLASS STOCK OF GOODS, Of Tins Best Quality, and trusts to merit a share ot public patronage. Shipping and Family Orders Punctually Attended To. COUNTRY PRODUCE consigned to him shall receive his beat care. jPiEORGE COOK'S 'BUSSES ijT From opposite Coombes's. Kyber Pass and Newmarket, Daily. AT 9.15 a.m. 9.45 a.m. 10.-1:5 a.m. 11.15 a.m. 12.15 p.m. 12.45 p.m. 1.45 p.m. 2.15 p.m. 3.10 p.m. 3.-15 p.m. 4.J5 p.m. 5.15 p.m. 6.15 p.m. 6.45 p.m. Leaves Newmarket: 10 a.m. 10.30 a.m. H-30 a.m. 12 noon. 1 p.m. 1.30 p.m. 2.30 p.m. 3 P-m. A p.m. ii 4.30 p.m. 5.30 p.m. b P-ni. 7 sp.m. 7.30 p-m. Saturday evening: S R ".0 1 1).3i), 10, 10.30, 11. 1 - V CSO ROE COOK, Wak;uicid->3trcei



WC. D E N"N~ E s o has Just Received, and has to arriv. a Splendid l^ot of- arrive, Taylor's Patent ft . Home Shuttle Pennine Princess of Wales Arm and Platform, Wheeler & Wilson Howercn' lIU(! and Improved And other good makers ot: Sewing Machines The Royal Washing and Wringing Machine For Cash or Weekly Payments. GREAT MACHINE DEPOT QUEEN-STUEET. N.B.—Repairs cheaply and quickly executpfl and guaranteed. v To Softool* axd OriiRRS.-Magic Lanterns Slides, &c, for oil or lime-light, on Sale or Kirn at Lowest Prices. Weekly payments taken and full instructions how to use the above. A UCKLAND !I AT MANUFACTORY W. 11. F EN T 0 N (Late Hilt, & Fentok), By Special ,-~; .^^gTv Appointment Excellency ■ v^i^M»«i32Mskssjjr the Governor WHOLESALE and RETAIL HAT AND CAP MANUFACTURER Si, QUEEN-STREET, ' Opposite Ban!; of New Zealand Auckland. Manufactusins Department:.—This branch of the business is carried o-t as usual, firstnjlass hands being employed. The size and Shane of customers' head are taken with unfallini? accuracy by means of the renowned FRft\ Tnu COXFORMATKUR. Orders received at the Warehouse, 04, Queen-street, where this won derfully - designed " Conformateur" may hp seen. In order to render his Stock the uost com plete in the colony, W. IT. F. has arranepfl fni- DIRECT SHIPMENTS of LATEST PARISIAN and LONDON NOVELTIES Ladies' and Gentlemen's Hats, &.c. JUST OPWNED—A Splendid Assortment of Travelling Hats and Caps; the "Opera Hat-"a case of Superior French Felt Hats, at'est fashions, &&, &c. (T2T inspection respectnuly invited. N.B. —Hats and Caps can be made to order at a few hours' notice. WTT TTtEXTOSSr, . Xl. JO 61, QUEEN-STREET', mAYLOK'S PATENT SEWING J_ MACHINES These Machines are undoubtedly the best ia the market, being- simple and substantial ia construction, little liable to derangement, and thoroughly efficient for all household work. Ordinary Hand Machines, Patent Fricti Machines, and Stand Machines on handao ' stand. N.B, —All kinds of Sewing Machines repait Square Stand Treadle Machine will be sold; a reduced rate for a short time, to make room for further shipments. Dressmakers and others invited to inspect these excellent machines. Sole Authorised Agent : T. PEACOCK., OPTICIAN. SHORTLAND-STREET. ELBOUK N E C UP,- 18 77. MR. J. J. MHiLERmay be consulted as usual. Limited to 2000, distributed thus—First, £1000; Second. £400; Third, £150: Starters divided £2-50: Non-starters, £200. Result immediately forwarded to all subscribers. Commissions executed. Office : Bull and Mouth Hotel, Bourke-street, Melbourne. ~T^T OT I C~E TO TRA YE L LESS RAIL WAY HOTEL, MERCER. Refreshments Ready ox Arrival of Each Train at Mercer Station. JAMES RLDLER, Propriotor. JIjiUNERALS CONDUCTED lIJL' respectably, at moderate charges,by i N. McCULSKY, West End Funeral Estab gs lishment, top of Hobson-3treet. in The charges includes all Cemetery and m Minister's Fees, so that customers have no M further trouble beyond giving the order. H Coffins always on hand. Graves fenced, M and Tombstones supplied. Designs, by J. m Brown, may be seen, and prices obtained, p on application to N. McCnlsky. Til U N E RALS I -&J ECONOMICALLY 1 FURNISHED ; BY T. & E. COOKS, 3 SABINETMAKERS, Upholsterers, ajtd Undebtakebs, 67, QUEEN-STREET. 'W IL HAYw AX D> FLNERAL UNDERTAKER, UPHOLSTERER, AXD MATTRESS - MAKER, WYNDHAM-STKEET. Tft E V I T JL/e GUNMAKER, 2ild, QUEEN-STREE Opposite the Market. ON SALE. IN STOCK de Single and Double Breech-loading and Muz*" oading Fov/ling Pieces Just Received, ex Late Arrivals :- Best Brands in Gunpowder. r rt . Shot, E'ey's Double Waterproof Caps, tw ridge Cases, Wadding, Patent Shot oon centrators , inadin Cylinder Wire Cartridges for Breech-loaam Shot Gun 3 Gun Cases, Waterproof Covers Game Bags, &c. . __ Jnarr Breech-loadins Implements of every ciescr tion Patent Chilled Snot , , n ,,, T .;t! O n Breech loading Revolvers and Ammunition Infantry Swords Fishing- Tackle Fireworks. -—— TS7 IL H A Z A E YT • GUNMAHER, 307, Q"EEN-STBEET, AUCKLACT, MATJffiRIAIS,, OCTO ivpdex Begs to announce that he has 'us^^fS stock • Alastor,' a very large and well-aasortea^> of .Breech and Muzzle-loading S^vder Shot. ltevolvers, and Pistols ; Sporting . pin and Caps; Kl.-Va llovbiyer Aniniumtion^ and Central Flic Cartridge Caseb, ridg e &c ; Powder Flasks, Shot Pouches, Caru^ Recappers and Turnovers ; Cases for con> Breech-loaders into Muzzle-loaders, Can" Baits, Game Batrs. &c- „ A„ t very The whole of which will be offered_atv Low Prices, as the following will show^ A Pin-lire Double-barrel Guns, from | g Central-tiro ~ >, 35" IVluzzle-loading do. >. 176 Muazle-loading S.B. ~ 1 5 0 Pin-fire Revolvers .. •• " ilO 0 Rim-flre „ .. •• •■ jo 0 Oentral-flre ~ •• ■-. i^trivesati 3 Any Goods Bought, and failing to g" Alone y faction, will either be exchanged on .un- maD . returned. Fireamis repaired in a supeiw ncr on the shortest notice.. ~"