FIGHTING IN SAMOA.

By the arrival of the schooner Energy we hear further particulars of the disturbance whrch have lately broken out in that group. It appears that directly after the German man-of-war Augusta left for Sydney the civil dissensions which had only smouldered before broke out into open flame. The rebels now appeared openly with arms i* their hands, and during last _ month entrenched themselves round Apia in strong position there they remained for some time without striking a blow, but a coniiict was momentarily expected when the Avgusta , left, -i On the 12th a strong force of the King party assumed the offensive and, marched up to the rebel entrenchments, which they quietly surrounded. A parley was then held between the chiefs on either side, and while it was going on, a sudden tire was opened on the insurgents, of whom between 50 and 100 were killed. They resisted for some hours, and the two forces potted one another all night, hi the morning the rebels surrendered, and the King, merely taking away their arms, set them at liberty, an act of clemency which may or may not have a good effect. Among the arms given up, were several needle guns. Almost all the dead bodies were ■subjected to mutilation by cutting off the head. The victors bore these about on sticks for some days, now mid then performing war dances round them :It is said that a good many of the more enthusiastic drank the blood of their victims. The Europeans are not touched, ami many white men went up on purpose to see the fighting. There is a. great demand for stores and powder. When the Energy : left, tilings looked more peaceful. The j Stienberger party are now the dominant faction. __________________

NOTES IN A WAIKATO RAILWAY CAR.

DEDICATION OF THE MASONIC HALL, HAMILTON,

Wednesday evening.

This afternoon about twenty gentlemen con nected with the various Alasonic lodges left Auckland by train, G. P. Pierce, Esq., P.G.M., or'N.Z., being of the party. It had been an nounced in the papers that a steamer would meet the train at Newcastle, and convey visitors direct to Hamilton, but as word was received by Mr Pierce that the steamer had broken down, Air Gwynne telegranhed from Drury for the Hamilton people to meet the train with convey ances. The tourney is being beguiled with many amusing aad instructive anecdotes. The following has been related, shewing how a good templar won a bet: —

A GOOD TEMPLAR BET. The other day some good templars who were travelling along the line were moralising on the drinking propensities of railway passengers. This being denied by others present, a G.T. bet a new hat that fifty empty bottles would be seen lying on the ground between Drury and Mercer stations. The bet was taken up. the empty bottles were counted, the result being that 289 Pottles were seen along the line of rail between those two stations. The other passen ger.s after listening quietly to this anecdote, remarks that those who counted must have seen double. (Trollopc's Razorbaek). In running past, Razorbaek District, a gentleman quotes Trollope, and says, " The fertile glades of RAzor-back." He also states that Trollope was seen passing through this district asleep in a cab, which explains so enthusiastic a remark from so " fertile a brain."

POLICE COURT.—This Day.

(Before P. Comiskey, Esq., and.l. Willcox, Esq., Justices of the Peace.) AN OLD SINNER.

•Jane Kelly, against Arkom a large number of previous convictions were recorded, was charged with being drunk last night night ; also, with a breach of the Vagrant Ac f, ISb'li, section 4, sub-section 1, by being a rogue and a vagabond, having been twice convicted of drunkenness during the preced ing twelve months ; and having been pre viously convicted as an idle and disorderly person. Prisoner pleaded guilty to the charge. Sentenced' to six months' imprisonment with hard labour. LARCENY. Richard Hingston, also an old offender (on remand), was charged with the larceny of two pieces of lead pipe, value 3s, the pro perty of the Auckland Steam Packet Com pany. At the request of Air Sub-Inspector Partly, the case was further remanded until to-morrow. ABSCONDING APPRENTICES. Henry Hart and Edward Henry, two apprentices on board the British ship Spirit of the Dawn, were charged witth deserting from their vessel. The case against the prisoners wasproved, and they were each sentenced to six weeks' imprisonment with hard labour. This was all the business.

THE OPERA.

TRIAL BY JURY" AND "GENEVIEVE

DE BRABANT.

As was anticipated the announcement of the double bill last night drew together a large: assemblage. The performance commenced with " Trial by Jury," which of course did not tax the full strength of the Company. This merry operatic farce, for such it is rather than a can tata, was successful in raising hearty laughter. Air Campbell made a capital defendant. Air Farlev as the Usher sang his music well, and introduced some telling "business." Aliss Vescy represented the plaintiff, and her captivating appearance and pretty anting would have softened the hearts of any twelve jurymen in Auckland. Air Wallace extracted plenty of fun out of the part of the Judge. " Genevieve de Brabant" was placed upon the stage in a very sumptuous.manner, and the spectacular effects were exceedingly well managed. The greater number of the performers are those who origi nally acted the parts when the opera was first brought out in London, where it was written expressly for the Soldene Company. They were »hu3 thorougldy identified with their several roles. Aliss Emily Soldene acted her original part of Drogan with conspicuous success. There was a sprightly vigour about the personification of the "handsome baker" that was specially attractive. A baker's earb is not the most becoming in the world, but as worn by Soldene it is very " crummy" indeed. Th© ditties with which the role abounds received, as might be expected, most artistic treatment The most noteworthy were " The Song of the Pie," " The Sleep Song," and a song to the air " Silver Threads among the Golden," introduced in the piace of the " Tyrolienne" in the second act. In the last-named Soldene called down shouts of applause, the hackneyed strains came so fresh and plaintively from her hps. Aliss Rose Stella sang the music of Genevieve most exquisitely, but the part did not afford such scope for her merry acting as Clairette. The balcony duet between Sol dene and Stella was, perhaps, the gem of the opera, it evoked an encore, and both ladies had bouquets thrown to them. The "Kiss kiss" song was given by Stella in thorough earnestness, and the audience were enthusiastic over it. The next thing in the opera which calls for commendation is the performance of Alessrs Marshall and Wallace as the gens d'armes. These are the originals in the parts, and the fun was immense. The famous duet was loudly encored, and in the encore rerses, some telling local allusions were intro duced. Air Jarvies as Goto, gave us a line parody on the "Old Surrey" melodramatic business. Air Campbell, as Charies Alartel, sang and aetedjhis part wih greatjeffeot. The Burgo aieister, by Mr Alberton, was an amusing sketch. Aliss Durant as Philibert. and Miss Vesey as Os wald, were most "killing" intheirnatty costumes. The maids of honor by the other ladies of the company were acted and dressed capitally. The other noteworthy features of the performance were the " ('rowing Chorus." " Sewing Chorus," the " Trie of the Pulse," " The Armourer's ditty,' and the "Song of the Witnesses." All these were given due effect to. the fresh crispness and "go" of the choruses being again noticeable. The same programme is advertised for to-night,

MEETINGS AND AMUSEMENTS.

The battery and band of the Auckland Artillery Volunteers will assemble this evening in the Drill-Shed for monthly inspection, under command of Captain Burns. A meeting for considering business of importance will be hela after the exercise. The St. Matthew's Organ Recital and Service of Song, announced for this evening m the church, will commence at half-past seven o'clock. The proceeds will go towards the liquidation of the debt on the Mission Church of St. Thomas', Union-street. A meeting of the Auckland cricketers will be hold to-morrow (Friday) evening id, the 'I names Hotel, for the purpose of considering the visit o£ the Australian team, and receiving the report •ctf the Committee. The new school erected by the Board of Education for the district ot Newton West was opened yesterday at half-oast nine o'clock in the morning. The list presented the names of 155 children, which was a gratifying commencement, and shewed the necessity for such a building in that remote locality. Alessrs Stevenson and Joseph Warren pleased the youngsters with a. liberal display of buns, lollies, and oranges, which were freely dis tributed among the children. Dr Purchas addressed the children on the importance ef being regular at the school, and conducting

I themselves with propriety. Messrs Ridings and Crawford also assisted in gratifying the children, and after the fea3t three cheers were given for the committee. The school Is neat in construction, well ventilated, and capable of accommodating 300 children. The contractors were Messrs Gill and Pollard, and the architect Mr Allwright. The new school will be con ducted by Mr John Edwards sen., whose abilities as a schoolmaster have long been recognised in connection with the historical building of St. David's, memorable for its scenes of political warfare. The Victoria Company of volunteers have ac cented the challenge of the Thames Scottish Cdmpanv. and will leave Auckland for the Thames on Saturrtav, the Ist September. On Sunday, the 2nd. they will attend church parade ! at St. Mary's and on the following Monday the 1 match will be fired. Captain Derrom will ac i company the men from Auckland. The members of the Victoria Lodge of Good emplars will give one of their unrivalled " Poke" entertainments this evening m the Newmarket Hall, to commence at 8 o'clock. The lecture to-morrow evening on Ma homedanism," in the larsre room of the \ oimg Men's Christian Association, is likely to be ot particular interest at the present tune, lhe lecturer. Rev. C. E. Stuart, is an energetic and eloquent speaker, and quite equal to the subject he lias undertaken to speak upon. Ihe discourse will be interspersed with choice musical selec tions by the leader and members of St. Mary's choir. , .

DEDICATION OF THE

Hasonic Hall, Hamilton Hast.

(From our Special Coetiespoindkxt;)

[BY TELEGRAPH.]

The ceremony of opening the new Masonic Hall commenced at noon to-day. The Auckland visitors arrived here last night, and having been brought on from New castle by the steamer Rangariri, they reached Hamilton at 10.00. The hotels are all crowded with visitors from Newcastle, Cambridge, Alexandra. Te Awaniutu, and in fact all parts of the Waikato. Gaily dressed families arriving made the township look brilliant. Places ot business were closed in honor of the occasion.

A procession was formed and moved to Si" Peter's church in the following order :— Tyler. Two Stewards with rods. Brethren of Lodge Beta. Visiting Brethren. Officers of Lodge Beta. Bible Bearer, supported by two Stewards with rods. Past, Masters. Officers of the P.G. Lodge. K.W.P.G. Master, supported by two Deacons with rods. Sword Bearer. Two Stewards with rods. On arriving at the church door, the procession halted, and the brethren fell back to right and left, aud made an opening for the P.G.M. and his staff to pass up the centre. Divine service was held by the Rev. Brother Wm. Caldcr.

After service the Procession reformed in original order and returned to the Lodge : on arriving at the door of the hall the Procession halted and opened to the right and left, revers ing order, the Officers repairing their respective station. The Lodge resumed its duties, the Chaplain read ing Genesis 1.1—3. The Chap lain then prayed, the Brethren devoutly kneel ing. The Brethren, all standing up and facing the East,.answered aloud, "Glory to God on high ; on earth peace, goodw-ill toward men."

The following hymn was sung, tune, "Quam Dilccta." We love the place, O God, Wherein thine honour dwells ; The joy of Thine abode All earthly joy excels. It is the House of prayer, Wherein Thy servants meet; And Thou, O God, art there, Thy chosen dock to greet. We love the Word of Life, The Word that tells of peace, Of comfort in the strife, And joys that never cease. We love to sing below For mercies freely given ; But, oh! we long to know Tne triumph-song of heaven. The Worshipful Alastcr of Lodge Beta having expressed the desire of the Brethren that tiie Hah should be dedicated, the architect delivered to tiie P.G.M. the plans of the building. The P.G.AI. inquired if the hall had been erected in accordance with these plans, and ex pressed his willingness to dedicate the hall. Chauxt —Psalm xcv. verses 1 to 7 — '•O come, let us sing unto tho Lord."

The Lodge was then uncovered, the P.G.M., the P.G. Wardens, and P.AL proceeding to the East. All the Brethren kept their places and assisted in singing the following :— TtJXK : National Anthem. Thou ! who art God alone, Accept before Thy throne Our fervent prayer ! To fill with light and grace, This House, Thy dwelling place, And bless Thy chosen race, O God 1 draw near, The P.G.J.W. presented to the P.G.M. the vessel containing Corn, which he scattered in the Bast, dedicating the Lodge to Freemasonry. Here followed Grand Honours by all the Brethren (once). Tiie Brethren sang— As through the universe All nature's works diverse, Thy praise accord ; Let Faith upon us shine, And Charity combine With Hope, to make us Thine, Jehovah, Lord.

The P.G.S. Warden presented the vessel con taining Wiut;, which was poured out, and the hall dedicated to Virtue. Grand Honours fol lowed by all the Brethren (twice). Then Brethren then sang— Spirit of Truth and Love, Descending from ;.'.bove. Our hearts inflame ; Till Masonry's control Shall build in one the whole, A Temple of the Soul, To Thy great Name. The P.M. presented the vessel containing Oil' which was poure.d out, and the hall was dedi catedto Charity. Grand Honours by all the Brethren (.thrice). The P.G. Master returned to the chair, and the officers to their respective places, when the P.G.AI. invoked the blessing and favour of the All Merciful. The Brethren standing up and facing to the East responded, " The Lord is gracious, and His mercy endureth for ever." The Chaplain then read l Kings viii., versos '2:2, 23, 20, 20. 30, 13. 60, and chapter ix., verses 3 and 5.' Aii invocation by the Chaplain, commencing " Grant. O Lord our God," followed, and the Brethren marched in procession and saluted the R.W.P.G. Master. Bro. P.G.AT. Pierce, from Auckland, then delivered the following address :— Worshipful sir, Officers and Brethren,— During the eight years I have had the honor of presiding over the craft, working under tiie Irish Conttitution in New- Zealand, this is the first time 1 have been called upon to execute one of the privileges of a Provincial Grand Master, viz., to consecrate a Masonic hall. The occasion which has brought ns together is not a common one. I hope, however, that it will not be long before I have to perform this interesting ceremony in Auckland, that of dedicating a building worthy of the craft and of that important city. It affords me much pleasure to assist at this ceremony, as the erection of such a building for the purposes of masonry canuot but promote the convenience, comfort, and well-being of the lodge which assembles in its portals. It also affords to those living in this neighbourhood the opportunity of seeing and joining in, at all events, a por tion of a Masonic ceremony, and forms to the outer world that though Freemasons may themselves have secrete, still there is nothing in those secrets opposed to the peace and good order of society. Time will not permit me, even had I the ability, to enter into any lengthy exposition of the tenets of our Society. I trust that before Ion"- you will possess a well-stocked library of Masonic writers, and by that means you will be able to drink deeply from the stream of knowledge which has been kept [lowing by the wise and good of all aoes for our instruction. Of the origin of Freemasonry there are many theories. We are reminded that as wc were all brought into the world, weak, naked, helpless, and were destined to live among our fellows, requiring assistance and support, therefore the Supreme Ruler of the Universe inspired us with the holy desiic that we must do unto others as "we would have them do unto us. Hence from the remotest times has baen transmitted to us—the necessity of mutual love and help in misfortune. Masonry teaches us to face danger with foi'Cltwde, to appreciate and love truth, and openness, to condemn falsehood and hypocrisy, to Ily to tiie relief of the indigent, reaching out a helping hand. To sec in every fellow of the Order a moral being ; and whatever his rank or fortune he is our equal, if virtuous. AVhatever might wound the cherished belief of a brother we are taught to avoid. No allusions to matters of religious controversy are permitted in our assemblies. Masonry eiK*agcs herself in our political

discussions. She grows and flourishes under all kinds of Government; kings are her nursing fathers, and princes continue to preside over our lodges. She nourishes best where the grateful air of liberty is most freely breathed. Mr Pierce save well chosen extracts from Washington, Bulwer Lytton, Lord Durham, and other eminent writers, testifying to the wondrous good effected by the order. The address contained many eloquent appeals to members of the order, urging an earnest and consistent following of the grand a ancient charges which had been handed down from time immemorial ; concluding with the following : —

See here have wc built as a shelter from danger, A Temple to friendship and virtue combined. Where the orphan, the widow, and destitute

stranger, A Mason's compassion and favour may find. Far from deceit and art. Freely with hand and heart, Welcome the Brother, whoever he be ! Here may the pilgrim guest. Find the sweet home of rest, Of Masonry's Order, accepted and free. May the Grand Master whom, all things pos sessing, The heaven of heavei.s can never contain, Crown this good work with his favour and blessing. And charity's fabric in mercy sustain, Till as the courses rise Up to the radiant skies. In that Grand Lodge i nay all mankind agree, And in the reign of peace, Only with time shall cease. Great Masonry's Order, accepted and free. The Lodge was closed with solemn prayer. The stately Masonic procession is approaching the river from Hamilton East, from the Lodge-room on the way to church. Among the officers were Senior Warden Goldsbro', Junior Warden Brock, Senior Deacon Brookfield, Junior Deacon Mitchell, Director of Ceremonies Doull. There is a large number of spectators. Not half of those desirous can get into church. The new Masonic Hall is a substantial brick building, of Doric, design. Mr Vialou was the architect. It is considered a highly suitable building. A wedding near 'Cambridge this morning adds to the notable events of the day. The pp-occedings will terminate with a ball this evening, at Walker's Commercial Hotel.

Host Walker has decorated his large room in a handsome manner for to-night's ball, and has made excellent provisional and other arrangements.

THE LATEST. On (lit another amendment is being prepared on the Premier's motion for going into committee of supply. It is doubtful whether the question will, he settled to-day. The old members of the House think the Speaker muddled thing.*; byfpcrniitting the amendment to be moved on the amend ment.

An excellent concert was given in Mr Le Qucsne's hall last evening by the amateurs of this district, in aid of the Hamilton East Cemetery funds. Messrs Golden, Le Ouesne, Tippcn, Potter, Sands, Gardiner, and Mullions acted its a com mittee of management, and are to be congrarnlated on the success of the entertainment. Col. Lyon and about .SOU of the leading settlers were present. Some of the songs were remarkably well rendered' The instrumental portion of the programme also gave great satisfaction. The eonccrt realised about £30.

SUPREME COURT.

IN BANCO.

(Yesterday. -Concluded.)

KE JAMES HARRTS (AKUANOINO DKIJTOR.)

Mr Hesketh in this case made an applica tion on behalf of the debtor for a declaration of the completed execution of a deed of arrange ment.

If transpired that the statement ot liabilities had been altered in several respects since the meeting of creditors, and his Honor made some strong remarks on the danger of allowing such alterations.

His Honor, in declining to accede to the appli cation at present, said he was of opinicxi that the wording of the Act- was intended to convey that there should be an absolute majority in number, and three-fourths in value of the entire creditors present at a meeting. KE CHARLES SUTTON. This was another apnlioalion of the same kind. Air Hesketh, instructed by Mr (Jeorgc, appeared for the trustees, and Air Coleman opposed the application on behalf of George Rogers, a creditor. An argument ensued as to whetljer the opposing creditor had made good his loens standi. The Judge decided that he had, and advised, that one of the affidavits should be withdrawn as having nothing to do with the matter before the Court.

TELEGRAPHIC.

GRAHAMSTOWN, this day.Si

ALBURNIA.

The stopo on the Sons of Freedom leader is now fairly started, and will be brought towards the gold band a further distance of 42 feet. An interim cleaning up will take place on Saturday. The New North Devon, situated near the Albumin, commence operations in a few days.

SHAREMARKET. Sales. —Moanatairi, £S 2s (id; Albumin, £6 10s, £G ss, to £G ; I'iako, 14s fid.

COROMANDEL, this day. Bright Smile.—Specimens wore obtained yesterday from the leaders. Evans' Claim, Court House Crack.—Tho crushing is showing up well. Union Beach.—lt is reported here to-day that some golden stojie was obtained. Upon inquiry I find there is no foundation for the report. A Surveyor Missi&g. Mr Dean, surveyor, of Alercury Bay, started for home yesterday on horseback. This morning tiie saddle Avas found on the range, but no trace of the man or horse. Some plans that were on the saddle are not to be found.

AVA.NGi.AREi, this day.

COMPLETION OF GREAT NORTH ROAD.

The "Northern Advocate" states that the members for the north of Auckland waited on the Government, who promised to ask the House to vote £10,000 for com pletion of the Great North Road. The Rev Mr Wallace has resigned his charge, and will go home to Scotland. WAIROA COUNTY. Mr Dargavillo advertises a petition to the Governor, praying for the creation of Wairoa into a county.

PKESS AGENCY

ALEXANDRA, this day,

Mr Oliver, the storekeeper, returned last night after chasing the swindler half-caste Dawson sixty miles through the King country. Dawson, who is well mounted, doubled back, and was at Kihikihi on Tuesday night. Oliver lost all traces. He is supposed to have gone in the Taupo direction.

The natives are still pouring in to Hikur anga meeting.

CHRISTCHURCH, Wednesday.

PAINFUL DEATH.

A man named Arthur Poelton was killed accidentally at the railway station to-day. His cart was standing too elo.se to the rails, and a truck going past shoved a heavy piece of timber on the cart against him, jamming him against the crane, and crushing his chest terribly. He died shortly afterwards. He leaves a wife and two children.

DUNEDIN, thisdftY.M

DEATH OF THE COLONIAL ARCHI TECT.

Air Clayton, late Colonial Architect, died liere at four o'clock this morning. He had his foot amputated a few days ago, and he gradually sank since tlte operation. Mr Norrie rector of the Dunedin high school, has resigned his appointment. UNION COMPANY

The Union Insurance Company have taken offices, and notified Hint it is ready to accept risks.

GREYMOUTH, this day.

STRANDING OF THE ST. KILDA

The three-masted schooner St. Kilda, from Melbourne, while being towed in this morning by the Dispatch, tugboat, caught the current with her bow, and was thrown on the North beach. The tug tried to take her off, but nearly shared the same fate, as the tow line caught on a snag and was lost.

The St. Kilda is in a bad position. The cargo will bo saved, but the vessel will require to be lifted and launched.

RESIDENT MAGISTRATE'S COURT. —THIS DAY.

(Before R. C. Barstow, Esq., R M.) JUDGMENTS KOR PLAIN'TII'I'S.

Edwin Harrington v. Richard Kelly, claim £5, butcher's meat, costs lis ; John Shearer v. Chas. Brown, claim £7, hire of cutter, costs £1 lis; J. W. Hoare and Co. v. William Neilson, claim £G 12s Gd, goods, costs lis : William Jamicson v. John McGill, claim £6 Bs, coots' £1 lis ,- Joseph Hall v. William luster, claim 15s Id, costs £1 Gs, (Mr McKeclmie for plaintiff): Cruiekshank, Miller »nd Co. v. Jas. Robbie, claim £5 10s costs £1 1!)*, (Mr Thome for plaintiff); A. Lina bur3 r and Co. v. W. H. Meek, claim £1.5 Is. Roods (Mr Hill for plaintiff. Mr Keatley for defendant offered 2s a week, £1 per month, costs £1 Is); Benjamin Crocker v. Thomas Laburnam, claim £1 ss, shoes and slippers, costs Us. JUDIiMKNT SL'.MMONS CASKS. James Halliday v. James Grattan, claim £7 10b od; Mr Hill for plaintiff, and Mr George for defendant. The defence was inability, owing to dulness of trade. Air George offered 20s a month onthep.irt of his client, which offer was ac cepted. Thomas W. Marsh v. Harvey B. Graham, claim £•>§ lO,*, goods. Mr Thome for plaintiff. Defendant regretted that ho had not, been able to satisfy the demand, but would pay the whole in three months from this date. The Court made an O'-der accordingly, or in default six weeks imprisonment. William Jamieson v. Henry Smith, claim, £2 10s. Defendant promised to pay 10s a week, which was accepted, or in default, six weeks committal. AIM O L'RXMEXTS. Coromandel Gold Mining Company v. Charles Hardy, calls, £1 10; M. Jones and Co v. P. Coleman, claim, £0 12s Id. JUDGMENTS COXEESSED. About thirty defendants confessed judgment, and a number of other cases were settled out ot Court. APPLICATIONS. In the case of Vercoe v. Wilmott, residents in the neighbourhood of Henderson's Mill, Mr Beale made an application for costs of witnesses, who had come from Henderson's Mill to give evidence, not having been informed that the claim had ben settled. His Worship said that under the circumstances he felt justi fied in ordering the paympnt, of costs, £2 o-i. JL M. Heighten v. James Gardner, claim, £1 9s 9d, labour. In this case Mr Hesketh asked for a new trial, as plaintiff, since the failure of his suit in April last, had procured fresh evi dence in favor of his claim. Mr Tyler objected on the part of defendant, as plaintiff well knew that his claim would be disputed, and he had the power in April last of bringing forth the witnesses in support of l**s claim which he proposed to bring forward now. His Worship said the facts of the case were simple, and his judgment was chiefly based upon the evidence of plaintiff's own witnesses, and he could see no reason for granting a new trial, and must refuse the application.—Costs, £1 13s lid.

DEFENDED CASES. Michael Hagan v. Frank Hedges.—Claim £12. Mr Madden, lor plaintiff, stated that the claim was for wages for assistance on the mail steamer, on a Sunday.—Captain Hedges, com mander of the Scotsman, deposed that plaintiff had overcharged. He was only employed two hours and a half, at 2s an hour, and he k'avc him Gs, the price of three hours.—Plaintiff deposed that he took offhisooatat 10 o'clock, and dropped work at 5 o'clock; an hour out of this for dinner made G hours, for which he claimed. — John Jackson, lab-mrer, corroborated.—Geoige Taylor was present when they went to work. The bell of St. Paul's was ringing at the time.— Charles Wallace was of opinion that, the men went on board shortly after 11 o'clock, and left, oil' aboil-. I. lie spoke from memory. They were employedtaking in a quantity of wheat.— Richard Ha'ton, mate, engaged the men, but ho could not speak positively as to the time. - His Worship considered that the men had not been sufficiently paid, and gave Judgment for plaintiff: costs, £1 1 Is fid. Sarah McGuiro v. Paul Murphy.—Claim, £2 Bs, waifes.—Defendant in this case disputed the claim of Mrs MeGuiro, but inst as it was called on the plaintiff went away, declaringshe would not bother about it.—Th" case was struck out. This was all the business.

THE WRECK AT OHORA.

Thekk weeks have now elapsed since we first heard of the wreckage found at Ohora, and yet we have learned nothing as to the identification of the vessel, which, there is little cause to doubt, has gone to pieces in the neighbourhood. A theory which lias been suggested to us by a well-known nau tical man appears to carry with it an air of probability, and we should like to see it tested. Well, outside of Ohora, and about three or four miles from Cape Kirikir (or Karakara) are three or four small islands marked on the map under the name of Motu-rod. These islands arc right in the line of a vessel drifting in from the sea on to the Ohora beach. What, can be more likely than that the wreck is now lying broken up on one of these islands and that the oranges, candles, and wreckage picked i«]i on the Ohora beach are things which hay« drifted oil' the island on to the main land. For might we know the survivors may he starving to death on those islands at the present mo ment. We were in hopes that the Govern ment steamer Stella, which lias been lately at Parengarenga, would have received orders to proceed to the place, and investigate the mystery, but Captain Fairchild, who arrived with the Stella in the Manukau to-day, in forms us that he had no instructions on the matter, and he was not at liberty to go without instructions. The Stella is returning to (.'ape Maria Van Dieman to night, and will stay there a day or two, and then return to Wellington. We learn that she is under orders to return via the West Coast, and therefore, unless some representa tion is made to the Government on the sub ject, it is extremely likely that the enormity will be perpetrated of a Government vessel being on two occasions within a couple of hours' steaming of a place Avhcre it it possi ble several human beings may be perishing without going to their assistance. The Collector of Customs might very well send a telegram to Wellington on the subject.

AUCKLAND STOCK AND MINING ASSOCIATION.

Bank of New Zealand—Sellers, £22 ss. National Bank—Sellers, 70s (ex div.) Colonial Bank—Buyers, 435. Thames Gas—Buyers, 28s. South British Insurance (new)— Sellers, 80s. Now Zealand Insurance—Sellers, £5. Union Sash and Door Co.—Buyers, £10 10s. Do. (new) —Buyers, £5 ss. City of London—Buyers, 13s ; sellerrs, 15s. Moanatairi—£o 15s to £8 ; buyers, £7; sellers, £7 ss. Cure—9s 6d ; sellers, JOs 9d.

Alburnia—£s 10s Gd, £0 IOs; buyers, £5 15s; sellers, £6. Homeward Bound—2s ; sellers. 2s 6d. Kuranui Hill—23s ; sellers, 22s Gd. Piako—Sellers, lis 9d. Thames—Sellers, 70s. Harbour View—Sellers, Is Gd. JOSEPH NEWMAN, Chairman.

COMMERCIAL.

Mr E. Arthur sold at his Land Sale Rooms this morning, by order of the mort eogee, an allotment in Graham-street, near to Victoria-street, having a frontage of 35 feet, together with cottage crocted thereon, for -£215. 50 acres of land near Cambridge sold at £3 2s per acre. Allotment No. 5G5, township of Cambridge, Waikato, brought £11 ; and No. 223, £7 ; each contained one acre. The hotel and allotment wore not offered, as the amount due on it was paid. There was a good attendance, and fair competition.

THE EVENING STAR, THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 1877.



No advance in price of meat at George HULME's Steam Sausage Factoiy. My motto is, " Stick to the small profits and ready money until times warrant a rise in price." The public can be supplied at the usual prices, being the largest retail butcher in Auckland. Customers nave the advan tage of selecting from a large and varied stock of prime meat, constantly fresh, and the quality is the choicest the market can produce. * Lamb, the first of the season, small bnt very good ; turkeys and fowls, ready dressed ; saddles and haunches of matron. Cash price at shop : Fore-quarter mutton, 2d per lb., every day; roast beef, from 4d per lb. ; boiling heef. from 2d per lb. On Saturday, all day : Legs mutton, 3d per lb. ; loins mutton, 3d per lb. ; choicest roast beef, 4d to 5d ; boiling beef, 2d to 3id ; beef sausages, acknowledged to be the best in town, 4d per lb. ; "Watling's pork pies, 4d each.— GEOBGE HULME, Auckland Steam Sausage Factory. Queen streert.— [ADVT.]



~V\7"HY do they want to extort from tin TT working man? Remember, there is nc advance in price of Meat at these establish ments. Prime Meat ot the usual price Fore-quarters Mutton, 2d every day ; Boilinc Beef. Irom 2d per lb ; Roast Baef. from Id pci lb; Best Beef Sausatres, 4cl per lb., no 4_Vc sausages. SATURDAY'S price all day cash at shop : Legs Mutton, 3d per lb : Loins Mutton. 3d per lb ; Fore-quarters Mutton, 2d per lb Watling's Pork Pies, Id each. Please take notice! There is no advance in price.— CEORGE HULME, Auckland Steam Sausage Factory, Queen-street. WAN TED, a General Servant; must be a good cook and laundress.—Mrs. Yon der Heyr'c, Emily Place. "V\7"ANTED, a steady Bootmaker ; con- T T stant work, good wages.—B. Gittos and Sons.; ZZ—~ WANTED, a Purchaser for a beautiful", little Harmonium, in polished walnut case, for ten Guineas.—J. Howden, Shortland street. "O^-^-frTED, a strong Hoy ; one used to t ? the blacksmithing preferred.—Apply to C._Allison, Victoria-street. WANTED, a useful Lad about 14, able to write : reference required.—J. L. Hatswell, Grocer, Princess-street. WANTED, a working Housekeeper for a family of two; middlc-atrcd preferred. Refercncesrequired.— Apply to Mrs J. Pichards, Grocer, Symonds-street. TO BOOTMAKERS.—Wanted, a first classHand.—Applvat once to W. Kincaid and Co., the " Pantheon," 100, Queen-etreet. DRESSMAKER.— Wanted, a first-class Dressmaker ; no other need apply. High salary and a permanency. References required. —Apply by letter to A.Z., Star office. "\\7" ANTED to Rent, or Purchase, a v t Shop on the Queen-street Wharf.— State price, &c, to A.B.C . this office. WA * TED, a good General Servant, who thoroughly understands Cooking; Good Wages Given.—Robert Oram, Prince Arthur Hotel, ilobson-slrcet. WANTED, to sell a good Five-roomed Cottage—a bargain—within 10 minutes walk of Queen-street.—R. Laing, Rope Maker, Picton-street, Ponsonby Road. WA NTED, a respectable middle-aged Woman, as Housekeeper; references required.—Apply at this office. WANTED to~Scll,"7i" LargeGliiss Case, •J feet 1 inches long, only 255; also a Brass Plate for 10s, with Educational House for Young Ladies on it.—W. 11. Dampicr, Victcria street. WANTED, a Laundress used at and capable to dress New White and Coloured Shirts.—Apply, with sample, No. 31, Shortland-street. WAN TED, a General Servant, must be good cook and laundress.—Apply to Mrs. Kenderdine, Eden-street. WANTED, a Nursegirl ; references will be required.—Mrs Edwin Hesketh, Epsom. WANTED, a First-class Spadesman ; no other need apply.—L. H. Green, Lillydalc Nursery, One Tree Hill. WANTED, a General Servant.—Apply Mrs, Scherff, Ponsonby. "YXTANTED, a General Servant,—Apply » ▼ between 10 and 3, to Mrs. Willis, Eden 'Terrace. WANTED, Four Coal Miners for Tau piri Coal Mines.—Apply Franz Scherft, Fort-street. WA N TED.—Wanted a respectable Boy about 15. one who can milk pre ferrcih—M. Jones and Co.'s Auction Mart. WANTED, to borrow Money on Fur niture. Good interest —A.N., office this paper. WANTED, for Gisborne, a Junior Draper's assistant, having a knowledge of Maori.—Arch. Clark and Sons. WA N Tl-: D, for Gisborne, a first-class General Servant; must be a good cook. -Mrs. Stewart. Albert Hotel. WANTED, a thoroughly competent Grocer to take charge of an entablish ment; must be a good counter hand: security required. C. Burton, Confectioner, Queen strecf, WANTED, a good General Servant ; references required.—Alfred Kidd, Anchor Hotel. WAN TED~ two~~or three" Single Gentlemen as Boarders; comfortable apartments. Terms moderate. -For address apply at this office. WANTED, some respectable person to adopt a tine little Boy, four months and a fortnight old.—Apply at the Star Office for address. ANTED, a Small Goods Man.— Apply to G. Hulme, Queen-street. WANTED, a Man to garden, mow-, Sec, (gentleman's establishment): Boy to milk, &c.; several young Girls and Female Servants (town and country).—Hannaford's Registry, Queen-street. WANTED, a good General Servant; references will bo required.—Mrs Chas. E. Wilson, Union-street, opposite Sale-street. WANTED KNOWN, EibbonT lfTper yard; Ladies' Scarfs, Is 3d; Folding Looking Glasses, Is 6d; Spring Tape Measures, (id; Ribbon Velvet, Id per yard; Concertinas, Id: Superior Corkscrews, Is; Slate Pencils, Od per 100; Pole Combs, 3d; White-handled Eye Glasses, 0d; Large Bottles of Scent, 6d ; Ladies' Silk Scarfs, Is 3d; Lace, Id per yard; Handy Shovels, Gd ; Splendid 2s. Tea; Spectacles, Is; worth 2s Gd; Brown Condensed Milk, Id per tin ; Men's Satchels reduced to 3s Gd ; Pretty Aprons, Is. Be sure and write down what you wish to remember of the above.—W. H. Dam picr, Victoria-street. WANTED KNOWN, that the Latest Novelty in Kid Gloves, double-buttoned and embroidered, stitched in black, coloured and light fancys, at 2s. Gd. per pair, at Bennett's Drapery Warehouse, Queen-street. W~~ANTED KNOWN, Mrs. GRICE, Newmarket, has opened a Select Registry Office for Servants, where the wants of employers and the. unemployed will be care fully attended to. Terms moderate. ANTED to Sell (cheap), the Yacht •Mystery,' coppered and copper fas tened, and well found in every respect. Winner of Regattas 1575 and 1877.—Apply this office. W~ ANTED, a Man and his Wife ; must thoroughly understand farming; a per manent situation; good references required.— Apply, between the hours of 8 and 9 a.m., to R. Monk, Sash and Door Factory, Mechanics' Bay. TTTANTED7^Slii^b^~Makcr^ Apply > y Mr. E. J. Clark. /Messrs L. D. Nathan and Co. 'i ANTED to Sell, 19 Fowls good layers : 7 Ducks, good Kind, all laying. —For address apply Star office. ANTED to Purchase, Empty Sacks, any quantity ; must be good and sound. —R, Baird, Victoria-street. WANTED- Known, that Cook's 'Bus leaves the Greyhound Hotel for One hunga at 9.15 a.m., and 3.15 p.m. Leaves One hunga at 10.50 a.m., and 5 p.nu Sundays, same time. 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. XTTTANTED, a General Servant,—Apply Tf Mrs. Sloman, top of Grafton Road, third house below Wesleyan Chapel. ANTED KNOWN.—Bakers' Peels and Rods complete, 3s. 6d. each.—Adam Laybourn, Fort-street. W~ ANTED KNOWN—MUFFINS !! ! MUFFINS! MUFFINS!—E. H. PERCY begs to inform his friends and the public gene rally that he has commenced Business in the 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-etreet, and at the Bakery, Lome-street. A number of good Lads and Men wanted. WANTED, Purchasers for the f ollewin Cheap Goods, for Cash:—Superior Eleme Raisins, s\d per lb. ; Hobart Town Jam, Sd per tin : lib. tin Fresh Lobsters. lOd ; Salmon. Is; Rice, 3id; Apples, 2d lb.; the celebrated Duchess of Edinburgh Sauce, only Gd per bottle; good Pickles, from 6d per bottles. Terms, strictly Cash.—A. E. Collins, Wellington-street. WANTED, those, or the friend* of those who have had their likenesses taken at McGarrigle's Photographic Gallery, Queen street, to know that they can have then portraits at the low price of Gd. each, or is. per dozen; Maori do., to send home to yourfsiends. the same price ; also, views of the Thames and other parts of Auckland, 3d., Gd., and Od. each. —W. H. DAMPIER, Victoria-street, corner of Hobson-street. VST ANTED Known, that D. Goldie is V T prepared to supply all kinds of Timbe and other Building Materials, including Sashes, Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks, Posts, Rails, Hardwood Felloes, Shafts, Iro Bark and Blue Gum Laths, Shingles, &c, &c. at the lowest market price, at his Yards, Cus torn-house-street. ONSONBY and or Dedwood Highway District.—Applications for the appoint ment of Collector of Rates (stating terms) for the above District, will be received until noon of Saturday, the 25th August instant, at the office of the Secretary, 21 and 28, Shortland-st. By order of the Board, Geo. W. Jones, Secretary.



WATER SUPPLY AT RAILWAY WHARF, i Town Clerk's Office, Aftgust 2?, 1577. Notice is hereby given that, on and aftor : SATURDAY, 25th instant. Supplies of Fresh Water may be obtained at this Wharf. Application to be made to- Captain Nearing, Railway Wharf Iron Store; or at the Water works Office, Queen-street. P. A. PHILIPS. Town Cierk. I WILL NOT he responsible for any Debts or any other business transacted by my wife, Hannah Jenkins, in my name from this date.—JOSEPH JENKINS. X N BANK R U P T C Y. IN THE ESTATE OF WARD & CO., MEROH ANTS, AUCKLAND. All Creditors, who have not already done so, arc requested to lodge proof of their Debts with me. on or before Ist September next, prepara tory to Payment of First Dividend. By ore or of the Trustees. E. R. CARDNO. Fort-street, 21st August, 1877. GOOD Sitting and Bed-rooms vacant at Braughton Hall, Parnell Rise. SUPERIOR Accommodation for a Lady and Gentleman; and two Single Gentle men, with bed and sitting rooms, at Alma Villa, Chapel-street south, opposite Colonel Haultain's. Tjl O R S A L E, The WAITEKAURI POST-OFFICE STORE, with Bakery and Butchering Business com bined. Splendid opportunity for a man with small means to start in a rapidly rising locality. MAGUIRE & SISODGRASS, Waitekariu, Ohinemuri; Or, Office of this paper. N.B.—Weekly takings from £50 to £70 ; Stock and Packhorscs to be taken at a valuation. Business is a nice compact one, all conducted under one roof, and the Packing Business itself alone is very profitable. In summer the busi ness will, in all probability, be a very lucrative one, and press of other business is the only reason for clearing out. Price, £210 cash. -&*>6\A* 0 £100° LENT > on Building 3& iVY Society principles or on any terms to suit borrowers.—C. Williamson, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane. Mortgages and Loans negotiated. ssr ° i ! 5 e-j For Immediate Sale, 113 acres of Choice j Land, within three-quarters of a mile from j Helensviile Railway Station; 200 acres of it is | well Sheltered, adapted for gardens or orchards; | 100 acres is covered with timber, containing 500,000 ft of Kauri Spars, &c, the most con venient to market of any kauri in the colony.— Apply to John AfcLeod, Lime Works, Auckland, or to W. Aitkcn, Land Agent. BOOT AND SHOE TRADE. A RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR A PERSON OF MODERATE MEANS. FOR SALE—The Lease, Fixtures, and Good will of that Centrally-situated SllO^, Queen street, junction of Grey-street, in consequence of retiring from the Retail Trade. Apply to GEORGE HEMUS, Excelsior Factory, Auckland. I~> C. GR E E~N~\V OU D. Ai* ; FOR SALE, a Payable Grocery Business in a [ leading thoroughfare; premises new; rent ' nominal; five years' lease; stock and fixtures. ' £250 (a great bargain). I Also, A Small First-class Business (Grocery) at a j low rental, 30s. per week ; stock, good-will, &c, about £60. | Also, I A Country Store, with Post-office (paid by Government), with three-roomed House and four acres rich volcanic soil, freehold, close to a Station, rapidly rising district. Price for the lot, only £200. Terms easy. R. C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer and Commission Agent, Corner Shortland and Queen-streets. FOR SALE, a good 4-roomed Cottage, : near the Junction, freehold—Apply 11, I Grey-street. j OR SALE OR LEASE, all those Extensive Premises situated in Stanley street and Grafton Road, lately used as a Brewery and Distillery, having all the appliances for conducting a large manufacturing business. The Plant is suitable for Sugar Crushing, Oil ; Cake Works, or other business requiring large j vats and accommodation.—Apply to W. AITKKN, | Land Agent. T7if)R"SALE, 90 acres of Land, admirably ! &} adapted for the s>te of a manufactory, or j for a pig and poultry farm. The whole of the j purchase money can remain at 6 per cent. ; 8 miles from Auckland, by a good road.—S. Vaile, I Land and Estate Agent, Shortland-street, next the Post-office. 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 eisht-roomed House (fur nished), Out-houses, Horses, Harness, Carts, Cows, and Farming Implements.—Apply R. and R. Duder, Land Agents. J?6> PER FOOT AND UPWARDS.— HS&r5 Allotments for Sale in Beresforr!, Kelson, Day. and Upper Union-streets. Easy terms.—C. Williamson, Vulcan Lane. TO LET, in South-street, New-ton, a two-roomed House, nicely papered and painted, good well, &c—Apply Mr. Smith. TO LET or Lease, a 7-roomcd House, in the Brighton Road, Parnell. Good well, range and grate.—W. Flood, Stock Exchange. TO LET, spacious and convenient Oilices, with office fittings, flre-proof strong-room, large dry cellarage, and good supply of water, suitable either for the law, wine, or general mercantile business.—Apply to W. Aitken. TO LET, a 5-roomed House, corner of Anglesea and Pasrct-streets, with garden, good well, and tank.—Apply next door, or to R. D. Giles, City Market. TO LET, a two-roomed Cottage, in Nelson-street with a colonial oven and well.—lT. J. Riordan, Upper Nelson-street. TO LET, a House in Alten Road.— Apply to Jno. Kirkwood. mO CONTRACTORS AND OTHERS. JL TO LET. the ELLERSLIE QUARRY, situated at the Ellcrslic Station. A branch line of rails connect it with the main line, and there are about 500 yards of stone already quarried. For particulars apply to JAMES A. BROWN, Ellerslie Hotel.JH IT"OT"S ON CORPS. A. R. V. The above will Parade at, Head Quarters, Wellington-street, on TO-MORROW (Friday) EVENING, at 7 p.m. Side arms not to be worn. By order. JOS. LITTLE, Secretary. ONSONBY AND OR DEDWOOD HIGHWAY DISTRICT. NOTICE.—The Trustees will meet, at Pon sonby Hall, on SATURDAY, the 25th August instant, at 7.30 p.m., for the purpose of striking a Rate of Nine-pence in the Pound, for the period commencing Ist July, 1877, and ending 31st March, 1878 ; and to hear applications (if any) for corrections of Bate Book. WILLIAM THORNE, Chairman. LOST, the Minute Book belonging to the Scottish Volunteer Company. The finder will oblige by leaving it with Air. T. B. Hanna f ord or any of the members. OST, to-day, in Queen-street, a small Gold Locket. Finder on returning same to Airs. Dance, Upper Queen-street, opposite Army and >- Tavy Hotel, will be well rewarded. OUND7 about six weeks ago, on my farm at Titiranga, Five Sheep. If not claimed before the 28th instant, they will be sold to pay expenses.—Joseph Craig, Titiranga. August 22,1577. MUTTON. —Down ! Down ! Down ! —E. Wood, Symonds-street. MUTTON at almost any price.—E. Wood, Symonds-street. 0. G. T.—The Victoria Lodge will 9 give one of their unrivalled Poke Enter tainments, in the Newmarket Hall, THIS EVENING. Doors open 7.30 p.m., commence at 8. Admission, Is. J. B. PAGE, Secretary. ONSONBY WESLEYAN SUNDAY SCHOOL. AIUSIC & LITERARY ENTERTAINAIENT* To-mokrow Evening, Aug. 24, Consisting of Readings and Recitations, Sc-lcs, Duets, Songs, and Choruses. Admission only Is. each. To commence at 7.30. TNTER-C OLON IA L C4HCKHT X AIATCH. A AIEETING w-ill be held on FRIDAY next, at 7.30, at the Thames Hotel, to consider the Visit of an Australian Team, and receive Report of the Committee. <\n nerf.ons interested ar.< invited to attend. ' " d. c. Mcdonald, For the Committee,



GAZETTE IN BANKRUPTCY. I T N P» A N X R U P T C Y. I In the matter of the Deed of Assignment of I James Harris, a Debtor, and of '-'The | Debtors and Creditors Act. IS7G^ :> I Notice is hereby given that at a Meeting of ; the Creditors of James Harris, of Auckland, in | the Provincial District of Auckland, and Colony ! of-NewZealand.Toy and Eancv Goods Merchant a debtor, is h ereby con vencd to be hel 1 at the store of%°s^' cV^!»^%'ris,Queen-itreet. Auckland, on FRIDAY, the 7th day of September, 1577 at - o clock in the afternoon, for the purpose of ; assenting, m accordance with the provisions of ! the Debtors and Creditors Act. 1576," to a j certain Deed of Assignment, dated the 13th day i ? r f jAg* I s'> • and made between the said James I rlf,n n Sr, 0t tJV\ :rs^ Part: I'-lward Isaacs. Law ! shank, all ot Auckland aforesaid. Merchants i Trnstecs under the said Detd. of the second ; part; and all the Creditors of the sakl James I Harris of the third part; which said Deed was hied m the Supreme Court of New Zealand Northern District, on the 17th day of July last j at Auckland, this 22nd day ot August. JOHN RICHMOND, Solicitors for the said Bankrupt. | T N BANKRUPTCY In the matter of " The Debtors and Creditors Act, IS,(>, and in the Bankruptcy of W Lt.iAM Kkxxedy. a Debtor. This is to notify that William Kennedy nf Cross-street, Newton, Suburbs of Auckland : Colony of New Zealand, Engineer, hat thS day hied a statement, that he is unable to meet Ids engagements with his Creditors. The First Courtrßund^ diti 01' S 1 t? b£l held at the Supreme U ,Lu l"ldln SS, Auckland, on WEDNESDAY forenoom ayot AuSUSt' 1577, at " o'otoSttae" j at Auckland, this 22nd day of August, I H. WILLIAMSON. ! W. R. Robixsox, DepUty ll°Sisxvav. Shortland-street, I Solicitor for William Kennedy. I JjXmlTton; 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. Stationery, Tobacco, Cut Tobacco, Fancy Goods, &c, in endless variety. aar Agent: Auckland Evexixs Star. jyj- OANAT AI RI GOLD MINING COMPANY (REGISTERED). The Registers will be Closed from noon on MONDAY, the 20th instant, till noon on FRI DAY, the 21th instant, when a DIVIDEND of FIVE SHILLINGS per Share will be payable at the Company's Office, Shortland-street, F. A. WHITE, Manager. Auckland, 20th August, 1877. CALEDONIAN GOLD MINING COM PANY LIMITED. The Annual Meeting of Shareholders in the n n ? ci Col "P<W will he held at the Office of the Company, Shortland-street iuruST iSa DAY' the 31st day of AUbUBI, ion, at Noon CHARLES TOTHILL, Auckland, 23rd August, 1577. S° ' rct!xry ' ALEDONIAN GOLD MINING COMPANY (LIMITED). >X±NU NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS. Notice is hereby given that at a Meeting of Directors, held this day, a Call of Five Shillings per Share was made on the contributing ShareT payable to the Secretary, at the Office of the Company Shortland-street, Auckland, on MON DAY, the 10th day of September, 1877 CHAS. TOTHILL, Auckland, August 32, 1877. Secretary. F' o™^^' BY tendeeTa .U GROCERY AND DRAPERY BUSINESS. Tenders will be received imtothe 27th inst. ?°?, X DEBTS, and GOODWILL of Business in the Estate of Hugh Gamble McCrkl Also, LEASE of SHOP aurt DWELLING Auckland Wellington and Hobson-streets,' Full particulars can be obtained by applying to G, W. OWEN SeCO., ° . Fort-stroct. Anskland. TENDERS wanted for Repairs to schooner Kate McGregor, Specifications and all information to be obtained ferom D H McKenzie, Customhouse-street. P~~ONSONBY AND OR DEDWOOD HIGHWAY DISTRICT. Tenders are required and will be received until noon ot SATURDAY, the 25th inst., for the Formation of Footpaths within the above District; also, for the Delivery therein of Scmia Ash and Broken Metal. Tenders to be left at the Office of the Secretary, Mr. Oeo. W. Jones, Shortland-street, wnere specifications may be seen and all particulars obtained. WM. THORNE. Chairman. TpUBLIC NOTIFICATION. rll he undersigned is a LICENSED PLUMBER under The Water-works Act." Also, Maker and Repairer of Skates, Plumber, Gasfltter, Bell-hanger, &c. A. CRAIG, No. 8, Wyndham-strcet. I ATTENTION '-AUCKLAND 8 ±\- SCOTTISH VOLUNTEERS. *■ The Company will Parade at the Fire-bell, Queen-street, on FRIDAY, the 21th instant, at 7 p.m. sharp. Uniform: Red tunic, trews, and glengarry and without side arms. JNO. MOWBRAY, Captain. } AUCKLAND ENGIN EE R XX- VOLUNTEERS. The Company and Band will parade at the corner of Wellesley and Hobson-sta-eets TO MORROW (Friday) EVEN&G!2lthi^tant!2t 7 o clock sharp. ÜBiform : Undress, without side arms. W. ANDERSON, Captain A.E.V. | A TTENTIONI-VICTOTIA B-Ek. COMPANY, A.R.V. The Company will parade in Victoria-street near Theatre, m undress uniform, v.-lthout side S?S?r t?T-, t?'] :e > part in Sham FiSht, TO-MOR ROW (Friday) EVENING, 21th instant, at 7oclock twenty rounds of ammunition Avill be issued. Every member must be present. J. DBRROM, Captain Commanding Victoria Rifles.-" m O BUILDER S. The time for Receiving Tenders fer Villa Residence, at the Pah Farm, is EXTENDED to noon on THURSDAY, the 23rd instant. Plans, &c, at my office, Queen-straat. EDWARD MAHONEY. Architect. rfl E N D E R & Tenders -vvill be received by the undersigned up till SATURDAY, Bth September, for ttie erection of a Catholic Church at Cambridge, Waikato. Plans maybe seen in Auckland at the Qffice of Mr. Mahoney, Architect, until Friday, the 2-lth instant; at Hamilton, at the Rev. Father Golden's, from August 98th to the 31st; and at Cambridge, at the office of the undersigned, from September Ist to date of opening. D. RICHARDSON, iliiigiueer and Architect, Cambridge. m O BUILD e~r ~sT Tenders will T»e received up to noon on Saturday, the Ist September, for Ac erection of a Church fit Darsravilln. Northern Walroa. Plans, &c, at my office, Quecn-sfcroot. Copies or Plans, &c. at the Store of Alessrs E. Alitctefcon & Co.. Dargaville. EDWARD MAHONEY, Architect,.