services." 3. Verystrong disapprobation was expressed by alihe members, at the conduct of Major Jekson in keeping the resolutions passed ahalf-yearly drill, held m May last, and Awarding them without any reeornmendatic. The meeting, after the usual vote of tanks to the Captain, Jas. Runciman, disersed.

FARMES' CLUB. A special meetin of the Farmers' Club was held at the Naonal Hotel on Saturday night, at the requrt of several members, when a full mectig was present. The following resolutits were passed and carried :—l. :' Tin the Government be requested to appoh an Inspector of Sheep for this district, a an adequate salary." 2. "That the Govrnment be requested to bring into force hrough the provincial district of Aucklad a similar stringent Scab Act to th;i now in force in the Canterbury distri:."—The meeting then dispersed. _____

THE UNKNOWN TRAFFIC.

(To the Editor othc EVENING STAR.) Sir, —Why should his respectable trade be so often assailed '-respectable because of respectable peoplehat support it —clergy- men, doctors, juges, church-members, Sunday-school tochers, merchants, and the church itself. Were the traffic as immoral as somewould have us believe surely we should i>t have such .support, or there is some incosistency being practised. It is respectabl" ueauso of the respectable people engaged Lut, ssmeof whom we can point to as iiccwying leading positions both in Ciui-'oh ,nd State. Keeping the fact in .vmonabnnce that a very large capital ;« employed in the trade, which indirectly affords "employment to so many, why should the fade be held up to re proach ? The Cmrch admits that its sacrament was cenmenced when nothing fermented was aliwcd, yet it gives us its support Teetotalers would have us believe that only the direputable, the low and vicious, are our ptrons ; why, ladies who are held up as being an,els are among our patras. Much has been said and written abort, the traffic, but the facts I have recordei shew conclusively that the community dm't endorse these popular denunciations. By-and-bye, according to the Templars,tii<y will wish they had. We shall see.—l amfc, Q.

DRAKE-STREET CUTTING.

(To the Editor of the Star,)

Sir,—Thanks to the "Owner of property in Drake-street" foienlightening us as to what are our interests; anc, no doubt, we are very "short sighted," but w< are not so far advanced in literal ideas as to imagine cutting down our properties ten feet for a "doubtful improvement is a work to be supported, even though the owner of propeny may be so liberal in his im provements as togiyc the last shilling " out of his brother's pocket" to see them done. We say to expend £6,000 for cutting down a street with out touching tie top of the hill is a waste of public money: setting aside the destruction of property on both sides of the road by leaving it ten feet abo7e the pathway, which, in some cases, rieans confiscation ; whereby a comparatively small alteration, would make our street quite equal to the east side of Victoria-street, Wyndham-street, and Wellesley-street. As to the ievels, if they are excessive and destructive, there is no impedi ment to their being modified, which had better be done, or else there must be two other deep cuttings in Graham and. Hardinge-streets, with another sacrifice of buildings. ' Graham-street is at present nearly a level one, and perhaps the improvers will see thata ten feet cuttingrunning to nothing will tea great advantage. It is only a pity, considering the excessive rates, and the large per centage of property unpxoductive, that there is so much money to make ducks and drakes of by a few interested individuals behind the scenes: but limagine that the majority of the Council will decide that the money can be more judiciously expended in works of greater urgency.—Yours, &c, Another Owx'er of Pkoi'ertyix Drake-street.

THEATRE ROYAL.

'LA BELLE HELENE.'1

Offenbach's splendid and showy opera of "La Belle Helene "was produced with fair success last evening at the Theatre ltoyal by Miss Emily Soldene and her company, This opera is con sidered by numbers of critics as the chef d'aeuvre of Offenbach's musical production?, and that it contains attractive musical sems cannot be denied. "La Belle Ilelene " was creditably pro duced in connection with its decorations and scenic pictures, The poetry of the opera has long ceased to be considered otherwise than as a vehicle for operatic music, hence real poetry has vanished altogether from the modern opera. Tilers was very little of plot in the opera, and it was difficult without a guide to trace thcccca sionally invisible drift of the narrative, the writer's obiect evidently being to amuse rather than to inform ; in fact, the real object of all comic operas is to please the senses, as toys please children. Offenbach, no doubt, had in his mind some floating visions of the Greek drama, and their K'ods, when he was about the composition of "La Belle Helena," but in his work very remote illustrations of the life of the ancient people are discernable. On the rising of the curtain the Temple of Jupiter is shown, and the people in the act of offering sacrifice, and. a good deal is said about •' fatality, a word which is frequently repeated. The first act ap peared to us rather tame in many points, and it was not until the opening- and progress of the second act that anything of real interest appears The two leading and prominent characters throughout were Miss Emily Soldene as the heroine ; and Mr Campbell, as Lord Paris ; who anpears in the guise of a simple shepherd under tip mountains ; the bleating of his lambs being distinctly heard in the distance. "-La Belle Helene" (Miss Koldene) like the iirst Napoleon, believes in fatality, and by the decree of Venus she is to leave her old husband Menelaus, (Mr John "Wallace) who represented his character faithfully, and elope with Paris. She believes she is the most beautiful woman in the world, and_ Paris (Mr Campbell) has been informed he is to be wedded with that dear obiect, and when he looks with adoration upon Helene, he believes he has seen the finest handiwork of nature. He is witty, and full oil flattery, but not quite successful, apparently, in his first venture for the prize. She hesitates, but meets his advances with a series of negatives, while he sues for positives. He is determined to win, and she half professes to bo charmed with his person and style. He says there are three ways to a woman's heart, the first is the way of love, rhe second of force, and the third of artifice. A sea-side sojourn is proposed, which produced a lively scene of preparation, boxes, umbrellas, and coaches appear in wild and rapid confusion, and off they go. Unquestionably the most beautiful scene in the opera was the sleep of Ilelene, on the couch, where she dreams of the young shep herd, and the duet which followed, "' Yes, 'tis a dream," which was rendered in the sweetest possible manner, indeed it was charming even to unmusical ears. This duet was loudly ap plauded, and the general demand for a repe tition of a portion, was gracefully satisfied. The third act discloses domestic differences, and a few instances of suspicion and jealous feeling; but at last the husband gives way to fatality, and his young and beautiful wife is borne away to the island of the blest (the Kawau) by the happy shepherd who appears in another guise, namely, that of the " Great Augur," and as slip glides away on the classic river, her old associ ates rend the air with congratulatory cheers, and the curtain falls. The character of Orester was played by Miss Rose Stella, with cleverness and appreciation, while Mr Marshall rendered Calchas as perfectly as possible. In the third act, JVidlle Sara appeared in a new dance, which won immense applause,nnd not undeservedly.as for agility and wonderful movements it was on? of the most remarkable incidents in the opera. As a whole, the opera of -'La Belle Helene." was pleasing and acceptable. W will be repeated this evening, and to-morrow evening 'hat talented young actress and operatic singer, .Miss Rose Stella, will take her benefit, and as " Madame L'Archid ue will be reproduced on the occasion, there will be no lack of patron age.

TELEGRAPHIC.

LAKE HOTELS.

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.)

TAURANGA, this day

Mr liaac Wilson, of Ohinemutu, is ercct in;r a .arge and commodious building at Wairot, Tarawera Lake, containing twenty bed-rocms. It is to be ready for tourists this season. The Cascade Hotel (Wairoa) licenseis cancelled.

DUNEDIN, this day

:ew gold discoveries

Reports of good yields continue to come from Doctor's Point, Dunstan. £600 worth of god was got last week from the Prosp«tors' claim.

A REMARKABLE FORGERY. It isreportcd that a criminal information for fr-.gery will be laid against a late inembr of a large business firm In town. The inn, on. starting business on their awn .'xotmt, which they had previously manned, bought the stock at valuation, agreeng to give bills for same. Subse qnenly this arrangement was broken, but the rills which were signed were to be destuyed ; instead of that they were alterd, and one for £1,600 was negotiated, henc the proceedings. STANDARD [NSURANCE COMPANY. Tb Standard Insurance meeting was

very satisfactory, the report being adopt without discussion. The chairman said the dividend and bonus to shareholders the directors recommend to be carried to the credit of the capital account, which would then stand at £37,500 (or £150 per share), while the reserve fund will amount to £9,143 (or equal to 3s Sd per share, nearly) ; making in all about ISs Sd per share, or nearly double the original capital, after having 'made ample provision for losses likely to arise on extinct policies. This result, during a period almost un precedented for storms" and consequent luariue disasters, was certainly very gratifying. As a mattei of course, the bonus to "insurers will not be made payable until such time as risks run safely oil. It has all along been the policy of the directors to get the shares of the Com pany to 15s paid up by capitalizing dividends, thus avoiding the trouble and expense of making "and collecting calls. On the adoption of the report this object will then have been accomplished,, and in future directors will be ill a_ position to recommend dividends to be paid in cash.

GRAHAMSTOWN, this day.

PIGEONGRAM FROM WAITEKAURI.

The Waitekauri return arrived at Paeroa at noon to-day, and is now on tho way down. It amounts to 700ozs. retorted gold, and is considered a good return as the mill was only working ten days. Lander's Golden Age Tribute have 55oxs. ' Kneebone's Moanatairi Tribute realised 26ozs from crushing. Sales of Alburaia, £5 10s; Piako, 15s 9cl. ! The Piako is sinking three winzes. It is asserted there is a good show of gold as they go down. Shares are hardening. The show in the Waitekauri mine is ■ splendid. The Alma (Tairua) is shaping well. , SCHOOL OF MINES. The Borough Council yesterday resolved : to petition the Government to establish a , School of Mines here. It was resolved to ask the Mayor to take steps to establish a free public library. VOLUNTEEIi DINNE 11. The dinner after the match was very jolly. Captain Murray occupied the chair, and contrasted the liberality of the Thames , citizens giving prizes to be competed for with Auckland close-fislenness-f (.'apt, Dei rom concun cd. Capt. Denom referred to the badness of the rilles. The North Island rifles were acknowledged tube woise than the South, and the Auckland worse than the Thames. The beating was not so i bad as first appeared, it was considered ; how heavily the strangers were handicapped by the Thames butts. There was no back ground, therefore no guide as to the , elevation or which side the bullet had gone, ! if the targetfc was missed. They, used j to these butts, had an immense advantage, i

RUSSELL, this day. The Taranaki arrived at ii.'.ii), and the lona at 0.30 a.m.

Arrivals : Fawn, Christina, Dream, and Julia Price.

The barque Stag put in windbound. The Taranaki sails this evening. Passen gers : Messrs McLean, Fee, and Mrs Davis. Fur Napier : Mrs A. Williams and servant.

[PUKSs AGENCY.]

BALCLUTHA, this day

EDUCATION DILL.

The school committee meeting last night passed resolutions approving the principles and provisions of the new Education Bin.

OAMARU, this day

ILLICIT STILL.

At the Resident Magistrate's Court yes teuluy, John Chalker was convicted o f having in his possession a still and other apparatus suitable tor distilling purposes, and sentenced to eight tb £. | m / risou : 1U ' and fib WaS by the police ~..,; -Collector of Customs, j,, Chalke 1" s, } ' situated on a farm leased by him, at Holmer, from the Hon. M. Holmes. x, ■ O'Meagher defended him, and gave n • c of appeal on the ground that the Ma ° trate suggested, and allowed evidence to be adduced to prove Chalker's occupation of the house, after Mr Balmer, the prosecuting counsel, had closed his case.

NAPIER this du\

STATION SALE

Mr Miller reports the sale of Messrs Cable and Drummond's station at Wairoa to Mr George G. Stead of Christcluirch. It consists of 9,000 acres freehold, and 14,000 leasehold, and includes S,OOO, sheep some horses and cattle.

LADIES' BENEVOLENT SOCIETY.

A large mooting of ladies was held on Monday. Resolutions were passed establishing a Ladies' Benevolent Society. Ihe matter has been taken up very heartily.

POLICE COURT.—THIS DAY.

Before R. C. Barstow. Esq., R..U.. Inspector Thomson conducted the cases), DKUXK. Daniel Bassctt was fined as and costs for being drunk last night.

LIVELY KITTY. Kitty Clarke, alias Little Beauty, was charged vyith performingin Wake field-street while under the influence of whisky. Kitty appeared with auburn ringlets stream ing down her back, and avowed that she was merely dancing an Irish jig with a countryman at four o'clock this morning. Ifined 20s and costs. ATjLEGKD FORGERY. Morris Hyams was brought in, charged with feloniously forging and uttering several shares in June and September, 1870, in'the capital stock of the Tairua Prospectors Gold Mining Company, which transfers were made use of by William M. Young, with intent to defraud the said company. Tn*re were eight charges against the prisoner. Mr Brookfield appeared for the prosecution, and said that as the prisoner was only taken into custody yesterday, and as the principal witness, William Young, was not in attendance, he would ask for a remand. Mr Tyler, who appeared for the prisoner, said he would offer no objection. The hearing of tiie cases were therefore deferred until Friday next, but he would ask that prisoner might be ad mitted to bail. The prisoner was admitted to bail, himself in £100, and two sureties in £200 each. Mr Her man Brown and Mr Thomas Holland offered themselves, and were accepted. TWO NAMES. George Smith, alias Reilly, of Fanmure, was charged with driving at a dangerous pace, round the corner of Wellesley-street. Inspector Thompson said the man had given the police great trouble, as lie gave a false name, his name being Reilly. His Worship said he would fine both Smith and Reilly in 5s each, namely 10s, and costs 5s Gd. (Laughter.) John McDermott was fined 2s Od, costs 5s Gd, for leaving his cart unattended. Patrick Doyle, cab proprietor, was fined Is and costs, for being without a light to his carriage. William Kelly, carter, was charged with neg lecting to assist his mother, who was in indi gent circumstances. Defendant agreed to give 5s per week, and an order was made accordingly. WILD GIRLS AND HAD WOMEN. Annie Alice Worboys was charged with being an occupier of a house in Drake-street, Free man's Bay, frequented by thieves and prosti tutes. Prisoner, who bore a decent appearance, sobbed out guilty. Dateotiva Jeffrey stated that prisoner came to Auckland|soma four years ago. by the Miltiadas* with her husband and three children. She was a good workwomen, but gradually after the death of her husband she took to her present course of life. He had often cautioned her. Mary Ann Gear, wife of Samuel Gear, of 1 arnell, knew the prisoner, who was formerly neighbour, and in the habit of harbouring her daughter. She frequently cautioned Mrs Wor boys, as she bore a bad reputation, but she continued to decoy her from home. His Worship severely reprimanded prisoner tor her conduct, and ordered her to prison with hard labour for two month. Mary Matilda Gibson and Anne Hopkins, ' young persons elegantly dressed, were charged , under the Vagrant Act \\*th being the occupiers ' of a house of ill-fame in Nelson-street. | Mr Tyler appeared for prisoners, and pleaded j not guilty. Detective Jeffrey deposed that both women were notorious characters. He visited the house on Sunday afternoon, and heard a great scuttling in an inner room, and on going round caught a girl named Home getting out of the window. Gibson generally took the houses and furnished, them, as she appeared to have most I money in her possession. She had lived j with a man named Bedford, who w«s her " bully," and who existed upon the prostitution ! of the women. She fomi'i money, and sent i Bedford away to Wellington, but he had now returned t-o Auckland. Ho had frequently cautioned the women against decoying girls

into their houses, buc his cautions were o£ no avail. Detective Grace drew a sad fpictiire of the scenes he had witnessed in houses held in Hob son and Grey-streets. Sarah Ann Home deposed that she knew the prisoners, who lived next door to the Empire Hotel. She was engaged as servant of all work, at 5s a week, by Mrs Gibson, and if she con ducted herself with propriety and herself in the ways of the house, she would , have a speedy rise. i M.i Tyler, at great length, argued that under ' the information his Worship could not convict the prisoners of harbouring young eirls, as the evidence—such as it was—was the i hearsay evidence of tho two detectives. Mrs Gibson was a married woman, but had left her ; husband in Melbourne, and since her arrival in (Auckland she had met with Mr Uedford, who had taken a house for her in Freeman's ; Bay. and there they had commenced business, • and in proof of this he had a witness in court , who had done business at their establishment. ; He hoped, under the circumstances, that his Worship would give defendants another chance, and nor send them to prison. The Court said the evidence was hardly strong n ough. It was very suspicious, but the girl .Home, had sworn that she was engaged as a servant. The prisoners would, therefore, be discharged, but it should act as a warning to ! them. ; Elizabeth Mary Gear was charged with havinS ■ no visible lawful means of living, i Sergeant Mai or Mason said the mother of the I young girl was desirous of taking her back, and he would suggest that prisoner should be cautioned, and allowed to go home. His Worship said the girl hud gone back a second time. : The girl said she was in service at the George Hotel, Newmarket, until recently. Her mother had turned her out of doors, and slie preferred I going to service. His Worship gave the girl some excellent advice, and dismissed her. Sarah Ann Ho. rie was next charged under I the same Act. ! She pleaded guilty. Inspector Thompson said Ihis was a more difficult oase: as the girl's parents were of very indi/iercnt character, and the girl herself had been frequently before the Court. One month's imprisonment with hard labour. Margaret Moran was next charged, and said she was very sorry i'or tho false step she had taken. Her mother fainted, and was taken out of court. Inspector Thomson said the girl's parents were very respectable people, had a comfortable home, and were willing to take her back. His Worship persuaded the girl to reform. He would not pass sentence upon her this time, but if she appeared again on a similar charge, she would certainly be sent to gaol for six months. Inspector Thompson made application for the admission of the three children of Mrs Worboys into tho industrial, School. The two youngest were ordered to St. Mary's Orphanage, and the oldest to the Industrial School for certain terms, to be brought up hi tho Roman Catholic religion. rNJDKCENT LANGUAGE. Margaret Sullivan was charged with using offensive language in Mills Lane on the night of the Jtli. Prisoner pleaded not guilty. Constable MeGilp deposed to the circum stances, and put in a paper containing the offensive words. Daniel Sullivan was charged with obstructing the constable. Daniel pleaded guilty, but as he was a hard working honest fellow, and had three children, at home, ha hoped his Worship would look over his fault. Fined 10s each with costs.

1 Tusband : Maggie, 6y faith, and you must pay that. Wife : O, Heaven, protect my sweet, sweet darlings. OinKCCTIXG A COXSTAP.DK. .lames Needham was charged with a(tempt ing to rescue Kitty Clarke from the hands of Constable Donald, and was fined :?0s and costs, or -IS hours. This Wts all the busines?.

LICENSING COURT.

(Before R. (.'. Barstow, Esq., R.M., and Messrs Prime, Mitford, and May, Mr YV. F. Lodge, clerk). TitANSI-'KUS, The following transfers of licenses were granted :—T. Kennan, Rising Sun. to C. V, Mann'; A. liidd, Provincial Hotel, to K. N. Jenkins; Mr Kiasling supported both applica tions. W. 11. Stebbinjr, York Hotel, to \v~. Stanford: Henry (J. Richmond-, Anchor, to Alfred Kidd ; John Porch, Exchange, to Samuel Williams. Mr Hesketh for applicant. The Bench referred to a previous conviction, and one that fell through, against the Exchange. ThornpsoiVjsaid the applicant was a person of good character, who had long been chief waiter at the Northern Club. The application of James Palmer, of the Nevada Hotel was withdrawn. The police report staled the hotels generally were well-conducted, excepting two, the Queen i Head Hotel, Kyber Pa 3«, and the Lucas (Jreek Hotel, kept by Mr Stevenson,

THE WRECKAGE AT MERCURY ISLAND.

Captain Stephens, of the cutter Ness, and Captain McC.erwey, of the cutter Mana, stato their conviction that the wreckage picked tip at Mercury Island^by Mr J. Motion was part of the cutter Bessie, which was capsized at this place some months ago. They were both aware of the wreckage being found, and did not

think it worth while reporting. The Bessie, which is now alloatjagaiw, at thejtime'of the accident had on board a quantity 'if stores for the mill hands.

THE STEAMER RACE

VICTORY OF THE HERO

Wiikn the Hero and the Itotoroa left here for Sydney together on Tuesday last, there was a great deal of speculation indulged in as to which would arrive lirst. The Rotoi'ua was the favorite, and the greater number of the wagers which were made had reference to the number of hours by which she would beat her opponent. The general impression was that the Union Company's boat would be able to give the Hero 12 hours in the passage across, while some people went so far as- to express their opinion that "she could give her 24 hours start, and a beating. The result lias turned out very different to public expec tation. Messrs Cnddkshank and Co., the agents of Messrs Bright Bros., received the following cablegram this morning : — "SYDNEY, this day. Hero arrived' last night, boating the Eotorua.—BßlGHT BROTHERS."

The following telegram was received by Messrs. Henderson and Macffarlane, this afternoon.

SYDNEY, tlisday. Kotorua—Arrived, Monday midnight; experienced heavy gales across, and lost two blades off propeller; is being docked to renew blades.

THE EDUCATION BOARD AND SOLICITORS CHARGES.

(To the Editor of the Star)

Sir, —The Chairman's partner, Mr Bcale, in his letter did not appear to make allusion to the fees received from those who settled the rate out of Court,who, I have heard, had

to pay full fees. It would be interesting to know what check there is on returns from this .source, and what is the total amount so paid; also, how much, if any, has been charged and paid for the firm's advice to the Board on legal matters; lioav much has been charged or paid by the public to the Board for deeds, bonds, &c.; and if it is true the Chairman's salary was put among the contingences; and if so, why. I should be much obliged to Mr Beale if he would inform me what amount in all has been paid by the Board to the Chairman or to his partner for honorarium, summonses. deeds, &c.—Yours &c, E. CARR.

[We believe that where our eorrespon i dent errs, is in calling the chairman's ; remuneration "salary." The happy phrase should bo honorarium, or some such word implying money paid as a bonus, present, or love offering. Although it is certainly a fact that £200 a year was voted for the chairman out of the funds of the Board, it is equally certain that he cannot legally hold any " ofhee of profit under the Board," in terms of clause 48 of the Education Act. 1572, which says :— " If any member of the Board shall by writing addressed to the chairman of the Board resign Ins office of member of the Board or die or become of unsound mind or accept any ojjice of prof i under the Board or be adjudicated a bankrupt or insolvent or execute any deed of compos<!tio!i (>;■ arrangement with his creditors or be absent from^the province for six months at one tiiiflj^k- be convicted of treason felony perjury or any infamous crime he shall im niediatelyceasetoibeamemberof the Board." The Education Act is not a measure through which she proverbial coach ami four cannot be driven. Of course, no; being among the initiated, we do no; ■ ■;■■■

fess to supply an authoritative answer Perhaps Mr Beale -will furnish the desired information.—Ed. E.S.] [AYe have received another letter on the question of collecting the rate, bear ing a signature which is wo indistinct

that none of our experts can decipher it- Will the writer kindly furnish his name and address.—Ed. E.S],

THE SALE OF THE THEATRE ROYAL.

The Theatre ltoyal is to be sold at auction by Messrs B. Tonks and Co. to-morrow (Wednesday), at noon. The sale will include the whole block of buildings, com monly known us the " Theatre block," com pri.l!..., thu Iju;i!:u and six handsome shops underneath, fronting Queen - street and Victoria-street, with an unoccupied, but valuable block of ground adjoining. The whole property is leasehold with a term of (J4 years to run. At a moderate estimate it is producing a rental of £1,563 per annum, while the ground rent is> only £470 per annum. The cost of the entire structure was over £1-4,000. The theatre is the best in New Zealand, and for convenience and comfort has no superior in the colonies. The sale takes place by order of the mort gagees, so it is unlikely that any reasonable oiler will be refused. It is not often that such a valuable property comes into the market under circumstances presenting so favourable an opportunity for the invest ment of capital, and it is fully expected that the biddings will be numerous and spirited.

HARBOUR BOARD.

Till-; ordinary fortnightly meeting of the members of tue Habrour Board was held tLls afternoon in the oilices, Fort-street. Present : Messrs Boylan (Chairman), Alt- Kcnzie, Casey, Thome, Mtisclield, Daldy, Eaton, and Niccol. Tlie minutes of the previous meeting beiji!^ read and confirmed, the following letters were introduced.

INSTRUCTIONS TO PILOTS. A letter wa.s read from the Secretary of Customs, containing instructions to the pilots on the adjustment of compasses, and other matters in connection with ships. Mr Dakly moved that the lelter be duly [ acknowledged. The Chairman considered ' that the opinion of the Harbour Master I should first be taken on the subjects men- ! tioned in the letter, and enclosed to th« Secretary of Customs. Carried. jir eiu;in<;ton'.s rkj'OßT. Mr Errington's usual report was read, which stated that the works of the ! new dock were being continued, and pro- . grossing favourably.

COMMITTEES. The reports of the several committees, viz., Works, Endowments, and Finance, were brought up and discussed at length. ACCOUNTS. The following accounts were brought up and passed : —General account, £105 11s 4d; loan account, £2720 Is ; balance in hank, £i(>72 L'cj lOd ; cash in baud, £6<>4; moneys voted, £5135 ; loan account, balance to debit, £1072 ]0s od ; accounts to be paid, £2720 Is; deposit note for £35,000 due September 11, 1877.

MEETING OF CREDITORS.

A mkctim; of the creditors of Messrs Holmes liros., steamboat proprietors, was held this afternoon at the Supreme Court Buildings. Mr. Hawkeswood wa.s in the chair, and the creditors present represented a majority in number, and three •fourths in value. The business was to assent to the deed of assignment. The motion was put anil agreed to unani mously. Messrs M. Niccol, A. Heather, and Ilawkeswood, were elected trustees. This was all the business.

THE EVENING STAR, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 1877.



The nomination for Councillors in the city, and for adjacent boroughs, takes place to-morrow. In our advertising columns appear requisitions to Mr Morton and Mr Prime, for the city. The only candidates yet mentioned as likely to contest Parnell are Messrs Winks, 1). If. McKen/.ie, and Dell, one of the retiring members. Messrs Dyer and Couzens, retiring Councillors, do not oiler themselves for re-election. RIiMNAfNTS of Carpels at a Sacrifice Rkmnaxts of Flow ('loth at a Sacrifice i.'i.MXANTs of Dress Goods at a Sacrifice Housekeepers have now a rare chance of procuring short lengths of Rrussel and Tapestry carpets and Floor Cloths low. Two week's prior to Stock-taking we shall sell Remnants below cost, price. Full 25 per cent reduction made to efl'eet a clearance. HOLLOWAY and Garlick have 15 patterns in Linoleum to select from ; carpets, upwards of 100 patterns to choose from. English, American, and Colonial made Furniture, for Drawing, Dining, and Bedrooms, Bedding of every description. The patent* Roller Blind of the Agio, procurable only at the CITY HALL ARCADE, llolloway and Garlick. Proprietors.



WANTED, an experienced Draper for Xapier; must ho thoroughly Competen and steady.—Apply to L. D. Nathan t WANTED, a Housemaid ; retercne, required.—Mrs. Cosgrave. Mount Kden WANTED, Apprentices to the Dress making? and Machining. Feathers cleaned and dyed by a modern process.—Miss Lock wood, next Mr. Wilson, Baker, Grey-st: WANTED to Purchase, a good Express Cart, with or without Horse and Har ness.-Apply Warwick House (late Lamberts), Ponsonby Road. WANTED KNOWN, that the Pianos and Harmoniums, ex Columbus, are now on view at Webb's Music Saloon, Wellesley st.reet, and will be sold at low prices, to make room for other shipments, and may be paid for as most convenient to purchaser. N.B.—Har moniums from £9, Pianos from £12. TTTANTED, a good General Female Vt Servant; to an experienced hand a comfortable home and good wages; good references required.—Apply to Uaited Service Hotel, Queen and Wellessley-streets. WANTED Purchasers, for Cash only- Superior Eleme Raisins, 5kL per lb. ; Hobart Town Jam, 8d per tin; lib. tin Fresh Lobsters, lOd ; Salmon, Is ; Best Patna Rice, 3d per lb.; assorted Sauces, 6d per bottle; good Pickles, from 6d per bottle; superfine Groats, 9d: Flour, 2id lb. Terms strictly Cash.—A. E. Collins, Wellington-street. ANTED to Purchase, Empty Sacks, any quantity ; must be good and sound. —R, Baird, Victoria-street. "VSTANTED, by a respectable young V y man, Board and Residence.—Address, stating terms, Sec, to J.W.G., Star office. ANTED, a Boy, about 15 or 16, to look after a horse and make himself.— Glanville & Ellyett. Queen-street. ANTED, a General Servant.—Apply Mrs. John Anderson, Grafton Road. ANTED, Auckland Advertisers to note the Advertising Scale of the "Northern Advocate." Fifty per cent, lower than usual quotations. Incomparably the Best Couktky Advertising Medium in the Pro- '■ vince. Mr. J. R. Randp;rsox, No. 14. Insurance Buildings, Agent for Auckland. ! ~\X7"ANTED to Sell, First Choice Joseph- V Tine Kid Gloves, 2s and 2s 6d per pair. — , W. Eyre. Enniskillen House. Victoria-street. I WANTED, a good General Servant; ! also, a Nursegirl. Those without refer- ■ enccs need not apply.-Mrs. WUood, St.. George's ] Bay Road, Parnell. i ANTED, a good General Servant.— ; Mrs. Maxwell, 55, Victoria-street. ANTED KNOWN—MUFFINS ! ! MUFFINS! MUFjIXS !—E. H.PERCY bears to infoi'm his friends and the public gene rally that tie has commenced Business in the j above line at his late Premises, Lome-street ! Bakery, and trusts by producing the superior ' quality of Goods as in former days (unequalled) ! to merit a continuance of kindly favours and orders. N.B.—May be had at Mr. Waters, Con- ■ fectioner, Queen-street, and at the Bakerr, Lome-street. A number of good Lads and Men I wanted. I iniTHAT, 2d. $ rb. only charged for ! V » Prime Mutton ? That's all! and 2d, 3d, ! and old. for Boiling Baef; 4d for Roasting Beef, ' Legs of Mutton, yaus*f?es, and Chops. Dealer in Poultry. — GEORGE HULME, Auckland . Steam Sausage Factory, Queen-street. : TXT ANTED, an active Girl for the ' V? house; must be used to children; wage?, (is.—Mr?. A. King, St. George':- Bay iioac, Parnell.



WANTED to Purchase, a Milch Goat —Mr. W. Patterson, Firewood Yard, i Great North Road, ANTED, a Girl about 15 to mind a baby and assist in the house.— Mrs. Cooper, Carltan lload, Grafton Road. WANTED, two Furnished Apartments in tho neighbourhood of Parncll, with board: permanent lodgers.—Henry's Registry, : Shortland-stteet. WANTED, a good Cook for an Hotel in the Waikato; references required.— j Apply Anchor Hotel. WANTED, a strong Lad accustomed to the Butchering business.—R. Reeves, I Victoria-street. WANTED KNOWN, that J. C. Stovin Mineral Merchant, is a Purchaser of Copper, Tin, Lead, Blend, Antimony, Cinnabar, Nickel Silver, Bismuth. Plumbago, and other ores and minerals.—Office: No. 11, Insurance Buildings, Auckland. WANTED, People to-write down what they wish to remember of the following bargains :—Day Books. 9d : Pass Books, 3d to Is; Penholders and Lead Pencils. 6d to 7d per doz.; Slate tjo, 10 ;i o o ,i ~o r iyo ; Note-paper, 2d to -Id perqEZiJfJ S»:T£ICJ3O-| for 3d ; Spectacles, Is ; i White-juuiuiuu *.j.a,Kiiifiers, ltd: Spring Tape ■ Measures, Gd: Lace Ribbon and Ribbon Velvet, I Id per yard : Needles. 25 a penny : Wave Braid, ! 12 yards for Od: Handy Shovels, 6d; a few Children's Frocks cheat): Splendid Tea, 2s.—YV. , H. Dampier, Victoria-street, corner o* llobson strect. WANTED KNOWN, Mrs. GRICE, Newmarket, has opened a Select . Registry Office for Servants, where tho wants . of employers and the unemployed will be care- I folly attended to. Terms moderate. E D W O O D STORE, PONSONBY. Having disposed of my business to Mr. GEO. i ROGERS, I hereby tender my sincere thanks to : my customers for the very liberal support they | have given me for the past four years, and hope they will accord the same to any successor. W. FAREY. WITH reference to the above, I beg to inform the inhabitants of Ponsonby \ that it will be my endeavour to sell the Very Best Goods in the Market at Town Prices. I, ■ therefore, hope for a continuance of the patron ! age bestowed on Mr. Farcy. Customers waited . en for orders twice a week. j All Goods punctually delivered GEO. ROGERS. Dedwood, 4th September, 1877. ! m|{EATKE R 0 V A L. 8. Lessee R. J. DeLias. ENGAG E M E N T FOR A LIMITED PERIOD OP «2TMK. CHARLES WHEATLEIGH !lEu Who will make his re-appearance, in conjunction with THE NEW DRAMATIC COMPANY!! ox FRIDAY EVENING, SEPT. 7, In the great Sensational Drama in S tableaux, THE TOUR OF THE WOULD IN EIGHTY DAYS. Mb. PHILIAS FOGG (who makes the bet) .. Mb C. WHEATLEIGH Mr_Fix_(an English Detective, disguised as: A Priest of Bramah, a Chinese Merchant, a Californian Digger, a Negro Howard) Mr. Geo. Leopold James O'Reilly (an Irish American) .. .. .. Mr. C. Verner Mr Brisket (English Consular Agent at Suez) Mr. Melville The High Priest of Bramah.. Mr. Robinson Djelmar (the Elephant Keeper) Mr. Searle Mr. Obediah (a pompous Cal cutta Magistrate* .. .. Mr. Alexander Dc-ge-non-da (a Sioux Chief) Mr. Smith Captain Speedy (of the ' Hen rietta') Mr. Sandy Mr. Stewart (an Engineer) .. Mr. Macks Sir Philip Pbelps (a Hanker) Mr. Karl Walter Ralph (Director of the Bank of England) .. .. Mr. C. Smith Thomas Buckly (a Brewer) .. Mr. Fraser Mr. FalloHtin Mr. Charles Mill Miles > in charge of the station J Mr. C. Mctcalfe Xed ) in tht; wilderness "(Mr. Vellemoll Gffi^rCalifornian Loafers^; W^WHson Major White (an old Forger) .. Mr. C. Searle Lieut. Dwight MrH. Markham Conductor of Train .. .. Mr. G. Williams Aouda (Widow of theßaiah).. Miss Andrews Ayesha (her sister) .. .. Miss Henderson Miss Stewart Miss Hendry Nancy Miss Nelly Daley Egyptians, Fellahs, Priests, Guards, Musicians, Dervishes, Fanatics, Hindoos and Indians. Merchants, Brokers, Railroad and Steamboat Passengers, Soldiers, Sailors, &c\, &c, by SIXTY AUXILIARIES. Entirely new Scenery painted for this grand production by —. Wi:lis, W. J. Wilson, and C. Kinehella. The Properties by James Burn and Assistant The Machinery by Herbert Winning The Dresses by Piciola TOUR OF THE WORD IN SO DAYS. Tableau I.—ENGLAND. The. Saloon of the Eccentric Club, London— The Wager-The tour of the world in 80 days- Preparation for departure—A point of honour— The duel—l'm struck—So is the hour, Tableau 2.—EGYPT. Grand Tableau. The Suez Canal—The detective Fix in search of the bank robber -Arrival of the steamer— Tho Englishman on his tour —The point of honour not yet settled—Another duel—Same result—l >epartiire of the steamer—The detective on the trail. Tableau S.—INDIA. The bungalow of the elephant keeper—Tho despair of Aouda—Tho terrible fato awaiting her—To be burnt alive on the funeral pyre of her late husband—Arrival cf High Priest and his soldiers for their victim — The American and Englishman determine to save her. THE PAGODA OF PILLARGI. Grand Tableau. The Suttee—The preparations for the sacrifice —The Indian Amazons—The march to death — The funeral dirge — The sacrifice — Aouda drugged to the pyre —Passepartout's strategy— The torch ready—Rescue of the victim—Uncle Sam and John Bull triumphant. Tableau (.—CALCUTTA. Coffee-house. Aouda and her rescuers safe in Calcutta -The Englishman and American go out for a little practice—The old result—Arrival of the Magis trate —Serious charge of sacrilege in interrupt ing'the solemn services of Brahma-The party bailed and start for America. Tableau S.—AMERICA. California. California-street —The strangers learn a few points—Drinking Saloon—Passepartout meets a friend —Bad results—Tho detective obtains the prize—Passepartout's despair—A friend in need —America and England in accord—No more duels—Let us have peaoe. Tableau 6.-AMERICA. U.P. Railroad. Snow storm—The murder by the Redskins- Arrival of the overland train—The attack—The fight—The ladies captured by the Sioux Indians —The pursuit. THE GIANT'S STAIRWAY NEAR THE U.P. RAILROAD. The Sioux and their victims. Preparation for death. Passepartout astonishes the Indians a little. The U.S. Soldiers astonish them more. RESCUE!.' And Death of the Chief and his Band. Tableau 7.—ATLANTIC OCEAN. CABIN OF THE HENRIETTA. Nearley Round the World—The Darkey and the Frenchman—Fix astonished—Passepartout recovers the lost notes-Captain Speedy forced to sell his ship—Fogg changes her course—Ho, for Liverpool ! DECK OF THE HENRIETTA. THE STORM. No time to lose. Cut away all the woodwork not wanted to keep her afloat and feed the fires. The Explosion ! SINKING OF THE HENRIETTA!!! Man the Boats. All saved. Tableau B.—ENGLAND. Private Parlour in a Liverpool Hotel—All saved from the wreck—Fogg thinks he has lost his bet—Sympathy of his American friend,who discovers an error in the reckoning—Travelling east and Raining a day—You may yet win your bet—Ho, for London ! LONDON.—THE ECCENTRIC CLUB. Festivities in honour of the wager—Tweaty minutes to nine—lf Phi peas Fogg is not here in twenty minutes he has lost the 'bet—So close to the winning-post, and fail at last—Sudden appearance of Phineas Fogg. AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS. Pricks of Admission :— Dress Circle, Is ; Stalls, 2s Od ; Pit, One Shilling A UNITED PRAYER MEETING is held in the Teivpera.nce Kali, Alberc strL-et. every "Wedce.ack.y, from 12.80 t'.ll 1.30. Friends are invited to attend.



FOR SALE OR LEASE, all those Extensive Premises situated in Stanley street and Grafton Road, lately used as a Brewery and Distillery, having all the appliance 3 for conducting a large manufacturing business. The Plant is suitable for Sii.^ar Crushing, Oil Cake Works, or other business requiring large vats and accommodation.—Ar ply to W. AITKRN, Land Agent. rpb STAND THIS The well-known Clydesdale Stallion li YOUNG WELLINGTON." Me was bred by Mr. Patterson, of Wanga nui. His sire " Wellington" is acknowledged to be one of the finest horses ever imported to New- Zealand. His dam was an imported Mare from llobart Town ; and, when exhibited, received every first-class prize as a Brood Mare. " Young Wellington" stands 17 hands in height, his colour is a beautiful dark dapple brown ; he has a wonderful docile temper ; has good action, and for symmetry he has not his equal in the country. " Young Wellington' has proved him self a sure foal getter, and thoroughly staunch in harness. "Young Wellington" stock, now rising 2 years old, for size, symmetry, and action cannot be surpassed. For further paiticulars fsee future advertise ment. C. T.HARDING __-__ Mechanics' Bay. FOIt SALE, a 5-roome.d Cottage and Freehold Allotment in Cook-street.— Samuel Cochrane and Son, Land Agents, Fort street. T QA —SUBURBAN BUILDING SITE J.?-J\/. of 2 acres; easy distance; com mands a view of surpassing beauty, which can not bo built out.—S. Vaile, Land Agenr. jf«7A CASH, Bala^TbyTWeekly Payments d^ evr as agreed—Nine-roomed House, suit able for Boarding-House or Family Residence, ten minutes' walk from QHeen-streft.—S. "Vaile, House and Land Aaent, Shorfland-street, next the Post-oflice. j£« ty&\ to £1000 LENT, on Building oS& r& \J Society principles or on any terms to suit borrowers.—C. AVilliarnson, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane. Mortgages and Loans negotiated. IHOK POSITIVE SALE (cheap), on very easy terms, a really good and compact Farm of 100 acres ; iirst-class land, a large por tion of it in a high state of cultivation ; a well built new House of six rooms, stable, &c, &c, with frontage to good main road and creek. The site for the intended Railway Station will be either on the property, or immediately ad joining, consequently makes it a very valuable investment for anyone wishing to "lay out a township, being centually situated, and only 11 miles Auckland by either metaled road or water, as well as by rail. Would be a splendid opportunity for anyone either to farm or other wise.—Apply to John Soppet, No. 8, Queen street. LAKE TAKAPUNA—For Sale, cheap, a Farm of 31 acres, fenced, and chiefly in grass, well laid out with Orchard and Ornamen tal Trees, with an eight-roomed House (fur nished), Out-houses, Horses, Harness, Carts, Cows, and Farming Implements.—Apply R. and R. Dudcr, Land Agents. ~£* | Q A —FIVE - ROOMED HOUSE and dy A O IP. Allotment for Sale. The choicest view on Richmond Road. Ponsonby. Exccltent garden. Easy terms.—C. Williamson, Vulcan Lane. nno LET, a House, corner of Wyndham JL and Hobson-street, containing 5 rooms and kitchen, double-stalled stable, good yard, &c— Apply H. W. Heath, Bank Buildings. TO LET, "The Deanery," Parnell, at present occupied by Mr. B. Tonks.—R. C. Dyer, Shortland-street. mo LET, in Picton-street, a Family -ft. Residence of 0 rooms, with necessary out buildings ; a good Garden, planted with frnit and ornamental trees—F. L. Prime, Estate Agent, 28, Insurance Buildings. TO LET, with immediate entry, a comfortable nine-roomed House in St. George's Bay Road, Parnell, with garden, shrubbery, and good well.—Apply to J. M. and J. Mowbray. 42, Queen-street. TO LET, Shops in Wellesley-street^ above Hewin's buildings, now nearly com pleted.—Apply to John' Buchanan, Custom- House-street. TO LET, spacious and convenient Offices, with office fittings, fire-proof strong-room, large ary cellarage, and good supply of water, suitable either for the law, wine, or general mercantile business.—Apply to W. Aitken. mo LET, a House in Alten Road.— X Apply to Jno. Kirkwood. np O BUILD EII S. Tenders will be received up to noon on MON DA\, the 10th of September, for New Galleries and orner \vorks required in the Pitt-street VV esleyan Church. Plans, &c., at my office. Queen-street. EDWARD MAHONEY, Architect. ljT~<r~ BUILDERS. Tenders will be received by the iindersigned until noon of- MONDAY, 10th iiistant, for the Erection of a Brick Building in Queen-street. Plans, &c, at my office. Queen-street. P. HERAPATH, Architect. PONSONBY AND OR DEDWOOD HIGHWAY DISTRICT. The Trustees require the Services of a SURVEYOR and ENGINEER. Particulars can be obtained at the Office of the Secretary, 21, Shortland-street. where applications in writing, stating terms, qualifications, &c, will be received until Noon on Monday, the 10th September, inst. By Order of the Board. GEO. W. JONES, Secretary. Auckland, Ist September, 1577. mAUPIRI COAL MINING COMPANY JL (LIMITED). TO COAL MINERS. Tenders will be received by the undersigned until SATURDAY, the Bth September, from persons willing to contract for Cutting and Delivering Coal at the Company's mines, Huntly, for a term of years. Specification may be seen at the office of the Mine Manager, Huntly, and at the Company's offices, Fort-street. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. FRANZ SCHERFF, Auckland, August 30,1877. TO BUILD Elt S. Tenders will be received up to 12 o'clock of MONDAY, the 10th of September, for the Erection of Show Buildings, &c, at Ellerslie, for the Auckland Agricultural and Pastoral Association. Plans, &c, at my office, Albert-street, near Market. EDWARD BARTLEY, Architect. A UCKLAND AND NEWCASTLE X3L RAILWAY. REFRESHMENT ROOM AT MERCER STATION. Tenders will be received at Auckland Rail way Station until noon of SATURDAY, Bth September, 1577, for Lease of Refreshment Room at Morcer Station. Specification to ba seen at the Booking Office, Auckland, Drury, Mercer, and Newcastle Sta- Mobs. Tenders to be endorsed, "Tenders for Re freshment Room." By order, A. V. MA«DONALD, General Manager. jSVX "DAEQUE S ; SPIRIT OF J=X|pg|. -O. THE DAWN,' FROM B3s=r-sraw&a Accounts against the barque bpirit of the Dawn must be rendered in dupli cate to the undersigned by 12 o'clock noon on THURSDAY, the 6th instant, or they cannot be recognised. Shippers will please to present their Bills of T-admg for signature not later than 4 o'clock p.m. on Thursday. THE XBW ZEALAN • SHIPPING CO. (LIMITED), Agents. - TH A MES GAS COMPANY (LIMITED). The Register will be Closed from 31st August to Oth September, when a Dividend of Is. 6d. per share will be payable at the Company's Office. Snortiand-street. F. A WHITE, . . , , . Secretary. Auckland, August 25, 3877. FIVE POUNDS REWARD.—Lost, on the 30th inst., a Purse containing Money. Ihe above Reward will be paid lo any person lcaving'the same at this office. ■;■"" ~ /^ITY COUNCIL ELECTION!" Mr. A. FLEMING wishes to correct an im pression that has got abroad that it is Mr. C. Fleming, of High-street, and late of Onehunga, who is standing for election. This is incorrect. It is A. FLEMING, Builder, Franklyn Road, and late of Queen and Grey-street. TpOUN'.), in Fort-sneet a Kit containing -&- a, laps Line— Owner apply at this office.



I -^sijnjinoijjOH db sb ojoq : ooueuodxg f~j.vo& ox pui[ StriAuq 'Suoioq sim o% iijosii su poaiuttiCT*) opi^-ty XiOAy ■saaras hsaicm sasas qvanj/inoiHov | saaas xaaava xaHoxni •IV nistn ia§ iiJAi. hoa" pnu ooßid A"m ;-s iibo 'soppas ssup-^sji; g.insui o; put; 'SHHAYOTi pat? SfliaViHOHA JO .^ddiis s.uosßOg c ;ut;av uoa" j] i{;uoui siq} }ou ssn\T 'S.-NTIilHOlv; 'S >? 'I MJJSOdcIO J^OETH SHORE^ROWING CLUB. The Annual Meeting of the North Shore Row ing; Club will be held in the Club-room, Masonic Hotel, TO-MORROW (Wednesday) at 7.30p.^ A full attendance of members is requested, and persons interested are invited to attend. EDWD. W. BURGESS. Hon. See. Devonporr. It!; Somnmlw. isrr. IN THE 15 ANKK UP T ESTATE OK K. B. PLANTE & CO., NAPIER. 1 SAMUEL COOMBES & CO., ' HAVIXfi PURCHASED THE CLOTHING STOCK OK N. B. PLAXTE & CO., of Napibb, AT A LARG E DISCO UNT S& FOH CASH ! ! TSs WILL HOLD A CLEARING SALE OF THE SAME. Commencing on SATURDAY, AUG. 11. QAMUEL I^OOMBES & |^0. 5 Would call the attention of their customers and the public gene rally to the undermentioned, beins as they are all From «S" 30 TO 50 PER CENT BELOW MARKET VALUE !! ! ISW 200 BOY'S and YOUTH'S GOOD [TWEED SUITS, at 15s 6d the suit 250 MEN'S SUPERIOR SCOTCH TWEED SUITS, 35s W5 MEN'S NELSON TWEED GALATEA SUITS. 37s 6A 505 KNICKER and SWISS SUITS, from Ss lid to 12s (id, A lot of Job Lines of the above as low as 7s (kl 200 MEN'S TROUSERS and VESTS, good strong Tweed, 1.3s 6d and ISs 6d. A large line of MEN'S TWEED COATS, 7s 6d, Colonial made 150 MEN'S GALATEA. TWEED COATS Danedin-make, 10s Gd 200 MEN'S NELSON TWEED TROUSERS 12s 6d; worth 21s A larare line of MEN'S TWEED TROUSERS 8s lid : worth 17s Gd 350 DRAB SHELL HATS, at 7s 6d 5 cases of MEN'S FRENCH FELT HATS in Drab and Black, at 2s lid 250 GENTLEMEN'S SILK UMBRELLAS, at 5s lid 3 cases of .MEN'S WHITE SHIRTS. 3s Gd 2 cases MEN'S WOOL CRIMEAN SHIRTS, 3s 6d 100 dozen MEN'S DIAGONAL TWILL NEW ZEALAND FLAX SHIRT, 3s Gd: usual price as advertised, is Gd. This line is part of our own Stock, but having rather a larj^e lot in Stock, we have reduced them to a little below cost, to clesr them before other shipments arrive. There is in this Stock also a large lot of TWEEDS from Is lid. THESE GOODS ARE ALL 50 PER CENT BELOW WHAT THEY CAN GENE RALLY BE BOUGHT FOR !! SAMUEL GQOMBSS Ss CO., CITY CLOTHING MART, 92, QUEEX-STREET, AUCKLAND. Auckland, August 31, 1877. JAMES MORTON, E S Q. Dear Sir,— We beg to solicit you to become a Candidate for one of the Seats about to become vacant in the City Council; and, should you accede to our request, we pledge ourselves to use our utmost exertions to secure your return. Your 3 faithfully, T. & S. Morrin Somerfield & Leek Thomas Boylan G. H. Layers A. Brock Anderson & Co. Thos. Peacock Lewis Bros. J. A. Dufaur G. Aickin John Buchanan I. Phillips A. Linabury & Co. Coupland & Co. Geo. Cruickshank J. Cosgrave & Co. W. Gorrie Edward Bartley G. W. Owen & Co. Thos. Macky D. H. McKenzie Thos J. Harbutt John Fisher C. Westpfahl Masefield & Co. O. S. Ellis J. V". Stevenson Arch. Clark Arthur Lovett George Black William Buchanan Geo. W. Jones R. C. Greenwood Thos. Ellison James Cargo Isidor Alexander John Batser S. M. Green James Wiseman Heinrich Kohn F. H. Lewisson H. E. Woollams Glanville & Ellyett J. Ford W. H. Hazard Thomas Terrell T. Barn&tt J. M. French John C. Morrin Francis Short Robert Brewin T. & H. Cooke James B. Francis J. M. McLachlan William Philcox. R E ZE L V- Auckland, September 3, 1877. To Messrs. T. & S. Morrin, Somerfield & Leek, Thomas Boylan, and the other Gentlemen signing the Requisition. Gentlemen, — ™_™I have much pleasure in accedirg to your request, that I should allow myself to oe Nomi nated for the Office of City Councillor. It elected, I will perform the duties of the office independently, and with a conscientious endea vour to serve the Public to the utmost of my ability. I am. Your obedient servant, TO THE RATEPAYERS AOF THE CITY" OF AUCKLAND. Ladies and Gentlemen-,— It was not my intention to solicit your suffrages again this year, but a requisition has been presented to me by many whose opinions I highly esteem, and who assure me that I can still be of service in the City Council. I have therefore decided to allow myself to be put in Nomination, and to ask for a' renewal on your parts of the kindness and confidence I have ex perienced as your representative for the last six years. During that time I have been so often before you, and am, I trust, so well known to most of you, that I need not trouble you with any lengthened address as to my views on City affairs. I shall only say that, if elected, I shall do my best in the future, as in the past, to merit the confidence you are pleased to place in me. Yours faithfully, F. L. PRIME. "XTATIONAL""FIRE AND MARINE 1^ INSURANCE COMPANY OF£ NEW ZEALAND. Capital £1,000,000 Reserve £65,000 This PCBBLT LOCAL Company Insures against FIRE aud MARINE LOSS of Every Descrip tion of Property, at LOWEST CURRENT RATES. Prompt axd Liberal Settlement of CLArais HENRY E. WILLIAMS, Manager, Auckland Branch. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11. ~ COMFORTABLE G-ROOMED ROUSE AND FREEHOLD ALLOTMENT, VINCENT-STREET. TO BE SOLD ON THE PREMISES. THE subscribers have received instruc tions from Mr. Robert Forgie, -who is leaving for the country, to sell on the premises. Vincent-street, on Tuesday, 11th instant, at 12 c clock noon, His FREEHOLD PROPERTY, situate on the upper sice of Vincent-street, at its junction with Pitt-street, comprising a comfortable six rooined House, thoroughly well finished, fitted with grates and kitchen range, water laid on from well and tanks, verandah enclosed with glass, sculiery, wash-house, and fireplace, and large workshop. The whole erected on an allotment having 15 feet frontage by about 120 feet aeep; neatly laid out as a'flower garden, &c. SAMUEL COCHEANE & SON, ■ Auctioneers. TO-MORROW, NOON. HOUSEHOLD FURNITUE AND EFFECTS. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION". A T ABTH UR ? S MAR T. FURNITURE DEPARTMENT. A USEFUL LOT of Second-hand Fur niture and Household Effect, a large assortment of New Furniture, Drawing-room I ininj?-rooro, Parlour, Bedroom, &c.; Tinware* arthenv.are. Glassware, Clothing, Rauges! toves.sjc, &c,