SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.

HIGH WAT K H-{|K l iSS BISStASt4. 35 SUN SST.-Thls Evening, 6.3 SUN RISE.-To-morrow Morning, 5.30 MOON'S AGIC.-Foll Moon, 11th, 8.33 p.m.

ARRIVALS

LAST EVENING. '

Onward, schooner, Pankow, irom .ttusseu TO-DAY Hero s.s.. Loa<m, from Sydney and Melbourne Golden Isle, schooner, Watts, from Russell Fairy, schooner, Aubrey, from Katikati Mary Ann Annison, barque. Hughes, from New castle

DEPARTURES.

LAST EVENING.

Taupo, s.s., Andrew, for Russell Rowena, s.g., Sellars, for Tauranga TO-DAY.

IMPORTS.

Per Famenoth: . ~. _ rt . G hdds. china, 52 pkgs. earshwarey'° a p B kS glassware, 50 ca*es wire nails, 1 case olives.gtffll * Per Hero, from Melbourne :— 473 boxes tea. 885 half-chests do., 19 chests do., 12 packages ao., 46 casea tobacco and cigars sbu bags rice. 3 cases books. 50 cases acid, 24 bundles iron 486 bars do., 34 plates do., 10 coils rope, 8 cases castor oil, 1 case Japanese ware, 1 package earthenware, 2 cases mustard, 10 cases chicory, 8 cases hardware, 6 bundles forks, 216 ovens and lids, 60 ovens and contents, 50 3-boxes tobacco 32 packages do., 4 cases d 0.,&16. bags]pepper, 18 packages groceries, 153 cases wmos and spirits. 36 casks do., 4 cases cigars 51 i-casks too, 47 cases do.. 1 case musical instruments, 1 case leather, 72 packages castings, 2 packages paper, 20 bales woolpacks, 340 bundles wire. 1 case. 1 package samples, 2 cases organs, 1 case marble, 6 pacKages chairs, 5 cases do., 1 case spirits, 4 cases mowers, 1 gerdor plate. 31 cases sewing machines, 40 ingots tin, 10 bundles pipe, 5 packages varnish, 20 cases lime juice, 4 casks rum. 1 case plate glass. 74 pieces blackwood, 1 bundle veneer. 1 parcel music. 1 case wheels, 1 case plants, 22 packages boots, 77 sacks guam\ 1 double furrow plough, 4 cases pianos, 25 boiler tubes, 2 packages silk and cloth ing 8 drums soda, 11 packages lead, 80 cases glucose, 10 casks sulphur, 1 case hops, 200 boxes candles, 125 cases Geneva, 227 packages sugar, 3,167 mats do., 260 bags do., 97 pkgs. sundries, 33 cases do. From Sydney: 10 l-casks rum, 1 case saddlery, 45 cases drapery, 9 cases hats, 46 rolJs matting, 40 cases tools. 5,780 mats sugar. 260 gunnies do.. 28 cases chicory, 6 barrels coffee. 560 bags rice, 75 behests tea, 2 trunks boots, 12 coils rope, 10 cases acid, 1 package belting, 5 bales leather. 400 felloes, 10 pieces shafting, 44 pieces timber, 5 bales canvas, 579 cases fruit, 82 cases groceries, 5 packages do , 25 cases kerosine, 50 boles candles. 15 i-casks spirits, 48 baskets vinegar, 34 case 3 wine, 2 cases books, 1 case woolens, 1 case plants. 3 cases trees. 46[bars galvanised iron, 10 }-caskfi brandy,-.84 ingots Hopper, 18 packages rakes, 12 packagea furniture 12 cases tobacco and cigars, 11 hhds. treacle, 1 hor*e, 1 bull, 21 head cattle. 300 cases fruit.—L. W. Eaton.

ARRIVAL OF THE HERO.

The popular and favourite s.s. iiero, uaptain Logan cammander, arrived from Sydney and Melbourne at 9 o'clock this morning, after a passage of slightly more than five and a-half aavs from the port. As usual, she ormgs a very large cargo, as per import column and a numerous list of passengers. We are indebted to the courtesy of Mr Cogswell, purser, for late files, cargo, and passenger hßfeyand the follow ing report of the passage -.-The Hero left Sydney and cleared the Heads at 615 p.m. On the 2nd inst., and during the first two days had light head winds ; afterwards fresh south-west winds MiS E. Saßl, M»5 Haxlon, Mr and Mrß Geo. £&■* fel MDaXS 3 SS.-S SSS^J&JSSfS. 1: SSgfL i S PSteeS-' | DdT * Dobb^,°TVffltan* Miss Wi IS,Vf" Hancock and five children W. M. Foley W. Shaldrick, R. Ferguson, W. Lus come. John Lacgley, M. Q™ v , *r f» d Ogle and two children, Mrs C -wley, Mrs McKimmie, Alfred Mosely, S. Lr >wn, John Brown, Vlr and Mrs R. Corcoran an-. 4 children, Emily Johnston. The Hero is advertised to saiL again on Thui'3day.

Inwards Coastwise.—Golden Isle, schooner, from Russell" with 98 tons coal; Onward, schooner, from Russell, with 58 tons manganese; Fairy, schooner, from tlkaK;*V n™ w; Mana, cntter. from Whangapoa, with 20,000 feet timber, and 5 boxes luggage; Lake Brie, barge, from Sandspit, with 20.000 feet timber. ■„ Outwards Coastwise^— Phoenix, cutter,. for N^un^uru in ballast; Wahapu, cutter, for Poverty Bay, with 4.000 feet timber; Lizzie. ' cutter, for Whangaroa, in ] sall. a9t-, l ,_ m *r rt ,,f,,if A brigantine, supposed to be from Norfolk laland, tnchoredat Kohimarama this afternoon. The barque Mary Ann Anmson, from New castle, with a cargo of coal, arrived this after noon. • .3 . . : The s.s. Southern Cross arrived a tj gapier from this port to-day. The lona did not make her ordinary trip to Russell yesterday, but will leave to-night. The brigantine Helena arrived at Dunedin from this port on the 30th ult. The schooner Josephine sailed from Lyttelton for this port on the 2nd inst. The schooner Saxon arrived at Wellington from Auckland, yia Coromandel on the 2nd inst. with a cargo of timber. The brigantine Ethel, from Timaru, is dis charging on the western side of the Queen-street Wharf. The schooner Marion is loading up for Noumea, New Caledonia, for which port she will sail in a few days. The schooner Omaha arrived this jafternoon from Wangaroa and Chatham Islands. Left on September 29th; for the first 48 hours strong N.W. breezes; after that strong S.W. winds, making the East Cape; after that light variable winds crossing the bar. She brings 340 sheep a general cargo and two passengers. Three sheep Oflly were lost on the voyage.

PORT OF ONEHUNGA.

ARRIVALS. TTauraki, p.s.. Holmes, from Waitara 'Wild Duck, ketch, Bradley, from Waitara

The brigantine Eliza Mary, from the Heads, arrived at Oamaru oa the 25th ult.

CHIEF POST-OFFICE, AUCKLAND.

Mails will Close ab Under i- For Thames, to-morrow, at 5,30 p.m.. For Cororaandel, per Rotomahana, to-morrow, at 10.30 a.m. For Wangarei Heads, Waipu, Wangarei, and Mangapai, per Argyle, this day, at i p.m. For iiuasell. Kawakawa, Wangaroa, and Mon gonui. per lona, this day, at 4 p.m. For Taranaki and Wanganui, via Waitara, per Hauraki, to-morrow, at 10.5 a.m. For Friendly Islands and Samoa, per Active, to-morrow, at 4 p.m. For Ngunpcaru, per Phoenix, to-morrow, at 9 a.m. For Tauranga, Gisborne, Napier, and Southern Pi-ovinoes, per Taupo, on Thursday next, at 3 p.m. Sor Russell. Kawakawa. and Australian Colonies per Hero,on Thursday next,at 3p.m. fer o.g. Zealandia, on Tut;-day, 15th Oct., as follow:— For Sandwich Islands, United States of America, Canada, British Columbia, Central and South America, and British and Foreign West Indies, at 3p.m. For United Kingdom and Continent of Starope, at 3 p.m. Newspapers, at 1.30 p.m. Late letters bear ing an extra fee of 6d in addition to the postage, will be received by the Mail Agent on Board the steamer up to the time of sailing. 8. B. BXSB, Chlel Postmaster.

KtiOTBiolTY locally applikd means healthy stimulation of the vital forces.—Extracts from tlie "Diction*r/ of Medical aiid^Surgical Know ledge," Houlston and Wright ■' t ■**» cs Row 1863. Page 516. Paralysis, !~ foi* «*t: ?rn an Gout.—"The n»xt agent is of ■luortance— one that is perfectly free from every risk, and m^y be as safely prescribed by a non-professionai »s by a medical man; that asrent is Galvanism, produced by the superior mode of administra tion by Pulvermacher'a Chain Bands and Belts. By the proper application of these, a steady cur rent of fluid will be carried through the spine, and the base of the head, to the several parts affected:" See " Medical Galvanism. — Agent for New Zealand:—G. AICKIN, "The Pharmacy," Qdkkn-strket, Auckland. The vilest rogues are those who impose on the sick. There is a class of impostors now engaged in vending imitations of that health-promoting beverage, Udolpho Wolfe's Schiedam Ako matic Schnapps, put up in bottles which pre r-viously held the real article, and often, bearing counterfeit labels. Purchasers should ask for and take none but the genuine. •' Good ware makes quick markets has often been said truly; and in no instance is it more remarkable than that of "Ghollah's Great In dian Cures." ■ These medicines were introduced into New Zealand but a very short while since, and they have rapidly gained the favour and patronage of the public. They are now eagerly sought by all classes in every part of the colony, and have done an amount o£ good that would seem incredible were it not for the numerous and trustworthy testimonials given to the pro prietor, from those who have been cured of long-standing diseases by these truly wonderful medicines.

DEATHS.

SKIRVING.-^On the 7th instant, at Hobson atreet, Auckland, Rachael Malvina, the beloved wife of James Skirving, acred 29 years. Deeply regretted. The funeral will leave her late residence on Wednesday, 9th instant, at 3 p.m. Friends will please accept this invitation.

The Evening Star: WITH WHICH ARE INCORPORATED The Evening News, The Morning News and The Echo.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1878

For the cause that acks assistance, For the wrong that needs resistance, For the future in the distance, And the good that;.we can do.

LONG parliamentary telegrams and local reports, compel us to exclude leading matter and a number of letters. Our special reporter at Wellington sends a full report of the Colonial Treasurer's statement last night on the position and intentions of the Government. It is not proposed to im pose any new taxation to recoup the loss to revenue caused by the rejection of the beer tax, the amount being covered by charging the expenditure for coastal defence against the Public Works Account, instead of taking the sum from the current year's revenue. Mr Ballance, it will be observed, openly stated in the House that the bill had been defeated through tlie lobbying of brewers.

In the special cable message from our London correspondent last night it was stated that 6,000 troops had been massed at Kohat. Kohat is a small territory project ing from the Afghan hills into Puujaub. A pass in this country leads from Peshawur, a frontier Indian town, into Afghanistan. The Afridi tribes are paid a yearly sum to keep this pass in order for the British. Khyber Pass is entirely in the hands of the Ameer, and could only be forced at great loss of life. Entrance to Afghanistan will therefore be almost certainly effected through one of the more southern passes, the force then sweep ing round on Khyber Pass, complete pos session of which is absolutely necessary to protect our Indian Empire from being in vaded by any enemy who is able to gain the co-operation of the Ameer of Cabool.

The new scale of cab fares is advertised on our front page to-night. The William McKinnon leaves Port Darwin this evening for Batavia carrying cable messages.

A man named Robert Hall was arrested to-day on a charge of assaulting Mr Tonkins, chief officer of the ship Halcione. Some days ago we called attention to the case of a poor man who is blind, and utterly destitute, but for temporary and very casual assistance he receives. The appeal we made on his behalf has not received the liberal response such appeals usually call forth, only three persons having sent in donations —Mr Dampier, 20s; C.A.H, 2s6d; lI.S, 2s 6d. A second appeal is made in the hope that sufficient may be realised to secure a passage to Sydney per outgoing "Hero". We are requested to receive and use all monies for this purpose.

St.^Matthew's Church was crowded last night on the occasion of the annual festival of the Auckland Diocesan Choral Associa tion. Mr J. Brown conducted, and Mr Swallow presided at the organ." The service was of the usual impressive character. The Rev B. T. Dudley preached a sermon appropriate to the occasion. We are requested to state that the meet ing of the Union Mark Lodge of Freemasons is postponed as per advertisement until Tuesday evening next, the 15th inst., at 7.30.

Messrs Cochrane's sale ot rural lands"tras well-attended yesterday, and the following allotments were sold :—Six allotments in Richmond, £105 ; allotment in Kapanga, Ooromandel, £6 ; 2 allotments, Coromandel, £5; 6. allotments, Coromandel, £5 ss; allotment, 1 acre, Cambridge West, £1110s; 1 acre, Alexandra East, £15; 1 acre, Kihikihi, £18; 5 acres, Taupiri, 23s per acre.

The "Minstrels," under the banner of Cheevers, Kennedy, and Bent, made a great hit last night at the Theatre Royal, in the happy realisation ot their programme. The ballads in the first part were pleasantly balanced "with the comic on one side and the sentimental on the other. The performances of Messrs Cheevers and Kennedy deserved the praise bestowed upon them;'their dances were unique and pleasing in the extreme, while the farces were of the most telling description. Another change of. programme will take place' this evening.- The comicalities of Mr Horace Bent are ; lively and humourous, and never fail in pro ducing their intended results. We are informed that. Mr Gudgeon is now writing the sister volume to the " Reminiscences: of the War," viz., " The operations of the Imperial Forces in New Zealand."

The monthly meeting of the Domain Board was held yesterday in one of the rooms in the Post-offiec Buildings, Mr Fenton in the chair. The business consisted in pas ing the minutes, but which, owing to one not being satisfactory, were not confirmed. A letter from Messrs Whi taker and Russell was read, intimating intention of removing water-pines leading from the Domain pond, and stating that the City Council would make good the grounds which they might open; also, a consideration of the new gates of the Parnell entrance to the Domain, Mr Russell objecting to the present arrangement. It was finally agreed, on the motion of the Mayor, that the gates be moved to the side of the turnpike road. The remainder of the business was post poned until Monday next. The Pioneer Lodge (936) of the National Order of Oddfellows held its first quarterly meeting last evening in the school-room Alexandra-street. The secretary's report shewed that the lodge was in a good financial condition, with funds in hand. A number of new members were admitted to the privi leges of membership. Bro. Henry Rafton, P.G.M., stated that he had received from the Executive Committee the invoice for a case of stationery, two dispensations, and other goods necessary to the lodge. A vote of thanks was given to the officers •of the lodge for their successful efforts in favour of the causej atid the meeting separated,, r j We learn from Melbourne tha/t in consel quence of three or four of his principal artistes being under engagement till after .Christmas' Mr George Darrellhas been com pelled to postpone the inauguration of his "Australasian Dramatic Company's Tour " ill July, 1879.' Mean-white, haying secured the sole right to several novelties, dramatic and otherwise, he starts for New Zealand via Sydney by next steamer.

By letters received to-day the iriends of Bishop Selwyn of Melanesia, have heard that he was to leave Sydney to-far by the steamship Garonne for England. The Bishop expects; to reach England on November 25th. •

The inaugural meeting of the Pitt-street Wesleyan Young Men's Association was held last evening in the school-room, Fitt street. The president, the Rev W. Kirk, conducted the meeting. The Rev Mr Carrick gave an eloquent inaugural address on the education of tne heart and mind of young men. At the closf he was loudly applauded. A vote of thanks was proposed by Mr Beaumont, and scondec! by Mr T. McMaster, and carried by accla mation. The rev gentleman responed,and the meeting terminated. . . The Pioneer Lodge No. 936 of the National Independent Orde rof Oddfellows held its third quarterly meeting at the lodgfi-room, Temperanco Hall, Albert-street, last evening, when a full lodge of over 130 members were present. Business of great importance was transacted ; letters from the Executive Committee were read, ac knowledging only this an the Pioneer Lodge No. 936 and District. Great satisfaction was expressed and confidence in the Order, In accordance with the acknowledgments received, the lodge proceeded with the election of District Officers. The result of the ballot was as follows: Provincial Grand-Master, Joseph Dixon ; Deputy Grand-Master, Michael Allen ; correspond ing Secretary, Charles Thome. Cash receipts of the evening, £35 10s; total reoeipts during the quarter, £118 10s lOd ; present number of financial members, 174; with a capital of over £300, The timber merchants of Auckland had resolved to close their offices on Saturday at one o'clock, commencing with the present week. The Auckland Timber Company, however, lias cast an impediment in the way by demanding an extra half-hour's work per diem in order to make up for the concession, and as the workmen object to this the matter is in a state of uncertainty.

In consequence of an accident to Mi Grant., the drapery sale announced by the firm of Messrs Grant and Morton has been post poned until a future date, to be announced. Mr Grant was going up Hobson-street, when he slipped and fell, severely injuring his knee and arm. The accident is attributed to one of those " city improvements" which have kapt the street in a perpetual mess for the last two or three years.

The s.s. Hero, which arrived from Sydney to-day, brought a number of cattle, which are thus referred to by the Sydney " Even ing News," of Wednesday last :—There have been shipped to-day by the Hero, for Auckland, twenty Devon heifers and a bull, the like of which have never before left Australia. They were selected by that well-known judge of stock, Mr William Payne, for his firm. Messrs M'Lean and Company, Waikato, and are from the justly celebrated pure stud herd of Mr Reynolds, of Tocal, which for excellence and numbers is, perhaps, unexcelled in the world, as it certainly has no equal here. Time only allows of my saying that the heifers are by those unbeaten bulls, Duke of Flitton 4th (imported) and Duke of Devon, out of cows by the grand imported bulls, Emigrant and Exeter, and the bull that took first prize at the Singleton show.—CLYDESDALE.'

The boys of the Naval. Training School, who visit the circus to-morrow, on the invitation of the Mayor, will land at the lower steps of the Queen-street Wharf, and will be played up to the tent.

TELEGRAPHIC.

HAMILTON, this day. Dr Beale Committed for Trial.

At the Police Court yesterday, before Dr Waddington and J. B. Whyte, Esq.., J.P., the charge of forcibly entering pre mises was brought by Mr Hammond agains Dr Beale; Messrs Hay and O'Neill for the plaintiff, and Mr S. Heskethforthe defend ant. Mr Hammond was under examination for three hours. The accused called no witnesses. The lawyers addressed the Court, and the Bench committed the accused for trial at the next sessions of the Supreme Court on the charge of forcible entry of premises. The dispute arises-out of the seizure by Dr Beale of premises owned by him which had been in the occu pation of Mr Hammond.

DISSATISFACTION AMONG THE KATIKATI SETTLERS.

TAURANGA, this day.

At a meeting of No. 2 Katikati settlers, representing 2,000 out of 5,390 acres alloted to the party, held yesterday morning, it was resolved to draw up a memorial to the Gov ernment stating their grievances, and pray ing redress.

RUSSELL, Monday. Arrivals : Griffin, Gipsey, Eleanor, El sinore, Christina. Loaded, Champion. fTArrived : Taupo. Sailed : Taupo for Auckland. Passengers : Messrs Clarke, H. Williams, Witting, Pugh, and others.

SOUTHERN TELEGRAMS

(PER STAR SPECIAL WIRE)

(From Our Own Correspondent.)

WELLINGTON, this day,

Ex-Judge Thomas on his Travels.

Ex-Judge Thomas is making things lively in quiet Nelson. Unable to educate the Maoris, this gentleman is trying his hand on the "Pakeha," but.in both cases with ; similar results.' A proposition having been: made to introduce "Hymns Ancient and; Modern" into. All Saints' Church, Judge Thomas publishes a protest in pamphlet form against the innovation. , Then he amused himself distributing circulars upon, the exploded question of "No Popery;" but in this succeeded to the full extent of his' deserts, in getting himself laughed at. Then he'turned his attention to commercial affairs, and finding that banking is con-; ducted upon a different principle there to: that practised in India, he interviews a' manager, and the following conversation ensued :— Judge Thomas: ''I find that you do not conduct your business here as they do in India. Like the Government and natives, you want educating; and I purpose Urbane Manager (interrupting him) : "Exactly so-;■■■■you-are-quite competent; and I, for one, shall be most happy to undergo a course of instruction. But, as this is mail day, you must excuse me from' taking a first lesson at present. Good morning." Exit Judge Thomas, convinced that native chiefs, political ministers, and ministers of religion are all alike—obstinate and ignorant. The "New Zealander," dealing with Judge Thomas on the ryotwarry says: " Judge Thomas having defended himself from the charge of mendicancy, re the claim of £1;000 a-year and travelling expenses to initiate the ryot system, perhaps, wants the fakir system in New Zealaud ;" and suggests that having once established fakirism here, he may seek to introduce nautch girls as well. At the opening of the Supreme Court to-day numerous grand and petty jurors; were excused or absent. One of the latter not answering when called, Detective Farrell explained that the juror was in gaol serving a sentence. Judge Richmond said in that case attendance was riot desirablei In fining several grand jurors, the Judge said he always fined grand jurors more than petty jurors, because " n»blesse oblige," and grand jurors must pay for their grandeur. He also told oae of the petty jurors, who objected to serving for two sessions running, that lotteries were all the rage now; and this was. a lottery in which he had drawn a bad number ; so he must make the best of it. The judicial wit was dUUy appreciated, "'■'

DIOCESAN SYNOD.

The Discesan Synod opens to-morrowv It is understood that there is not much business. The Bishop's address wil probably be somewhat lengthy, entering into general Church matters, including the present Lambeth Conference. The Epis copal Residence Committee met this afternoon, and appointed Mr Chatfield architect, and the work proceeds at once. The total estimated cost la about £3,000. St. Peter's (new church) will be commenced immediately. Nearly £3,00.0 is subscribed, and cash £3,000 debentures taken up in two days. The total cost is to be £7,000.

[PRESS AGENCY],

WELLINGTON, this day. : DEPARTURE OF HAWEA. ! Sailed : Hawea for Napier and Auckland at 2 p.m. Passengers : Messrs Fitzroy, Burton, Curtis. Mr and Mrs Mason and family, Miss Johnston, and three natives. ARRIVAL OF RAKAIA. At the Heads: Rakaia, from London, i with immigrants. ~

POLICE COURT.—This Day.

(Before R. C. Barstow, Esq., R.M.) Drunkenness.—Fannie Spajrne; Anthony Cowan, Jane Jackson. Robert Mill, and Henry Colson, were charged for this offence. Absent without L"cave. —William Herbert Blackburn was charged with being absent with out leave from the British brig Vision on the sth inst.—Prisoner did not appear, and as it was Stated that he was at the Custom House Hotel, a messenger was despatched in search. He returned at eleven o'clock with the prisoner, who was sharply reprimanded by His Worship for his want of punctuality.—The prisoner apologised. , Another Charge.—William Herbert Black burn was also charged with Btealing from the brig Vision a quantity of property, valued at £813s 6d, the pronerty of George Cozens.—Mr Hesketh appeared for plaintiff, and Mr Thorne for defendant.—George Cozens, supercargo of the brig Vision, knew the defendant, who was employed about seven months and a-half as cook and steward on the brig Vision. The articles produced, consisting of clothipg, See:, he had seen previously on the brig. Vision, in his charge. The control and disposal of them were placed in his hands. The defendant, in his capacity of cook c.nd steward, had easy access to the property before the Court. He (witness) missed a great deal of other property, including a revolver, of German make. He identified the revolver produced as his property. Witness discharged another man named Cole, as there was a good deal of additional property missing. Cole went away to Hegarty's place, where he believed the spoil was planted.—Mr Thorne: This is really our defence, your Worship. The property was purchased from Hegarty, but we do notknow where he got it.—To Mr Thorne : The crew had no right to trade with the natives. Evidence was given bySMessrs Kdward Bilmid, Victor Barrier, Chas. Smith, Constable Strathearn, and Sergeant Gamble; and the prisoner was fully committed for trial. ~;/•=•

THE CIRCUS.

The fine band in connection with Burton's Australian Circus had the happy effect,, last evening, of attracting a crowd of anxious persons at the hour of opening the magic circle, at the door of the tent, and within five minutes from that time hundreds of heads were bobbing round the fairy palace. The horses were inline trim, and the eques trian exercises caused no little enjoyment. The programme embraced thejFrench vault ing feats by the more active members of the Company, the Lilliputian ponies, the tight rope dance, Walhalla and Maffit's great stilt act, tricks of wonderment on the horizontal bar, MY Burton's performances with his favourite horse Sultan, and Young Australian on " Firefly." Mr Barlow, who was remembered by many of the lookers-on, introduced his educated dogs, .who pei> formed ladder and hoop feats to the immense delight of the . auditory. The gymnastic representations of Lazelle, Wal halla, and MafHt, elicited much applause. The whole was very interesting, closing with the " Four Lovers, or Love ia a Tub." To-morrow afternoon there will be a day performance mostly for the children of schools and families. His Worship the Mayor has invited the children of the various Orphan Homes and Training Ship, who will be regaled with buns, etc. Mr Woodyear, agent for the company, leaves by the steamer Taranaki to-day, to make arrangements for the Southern tour, commencing at Nelson.

KELLY AND LEON'S MINSTRELS.

An Entertainment of an entirely new nature is announced to open in the Theatre Royal ou Tuesday eveninß next. The Company in question is Messrs Kelly and Leon's, which has iust completed highly successful seasons in Melbonrne and Sydney, The performance con sists of negro minstrels and opera burlesque, and is one admirably suited to the tastes of the people of Auckland generally. Tha programme for the opening night has already be an issued, and shews that the entertainment ia a ■ most admirably arranged and diversified one. The first part comprises comic soDga and ballads, and several selections from "Girofle G-irofla." The second part, in which the performers do not blacken their faces, comprises the comic sketch of the "Five cent piece," the song and dance " Flewy Flewy," a quartette, " Ship of' State," and Mr Leon in " Twilight in the Park,' and concludes with the burlesque opera, entitled " His Grace the Duke." The Company is the best combination of the kind that has ever visited these colonies, and the artistes are all exceedingly good, and have won high en comiums from the Australian press. Mr uLeos, who is described by the " New York Herald " as being the cleverest comedian in America, is the principal artißte. His speciality lies in the delineation of female character, in which it is eaid he is remarkably good. He does not appear in any negro characters. Another member of the Company is Japanese Tommy, the smallest comedian in the world, who is 35 yeara of age, and only 2 ieefc 9 inches high. He is two inches shorter than Tom Thumb. The other comedians are Messrs Bdwin Kelly, William Courtright, and Kdwin Lester. The Company also includes —Mr Beaumont Read, the world renowned natural tenor, Mr C. Fredericks, first tenor, Mr J. H. Lurridge* second tenor, Mr Edwin Kelly, tenor" robusto, and' Mr William.. Ball, bas-o. There is also an excellent orchestra of nine performers, and the greater pait lof the music is from the various operas. On the whole, the Company is certainly one of the best of the kind that has ever visited the colonies, and if the criticisms of',the Australian»press: are to "be taken as a criteriOß, the performances, which are entirely new, are the most-interesting, attractive, and amusing, that has ever been given in the Australasian, colonies. We. doubt not but that Messrs Kelly apd Leon's- Company . will have a most successful season in Auckland.

THE LATE DROWNING CASE.

THE BODY FOUND.

Shoktly, before1 nine o'clock this morning the body os a man was, observed floating , near the Railway Wharf. Information was at once given to the -'water; police,* wKo; picked up the.bbdy, which was "identified as t)iat of Malcolm McDonald, the, mate of the Linda Weber, who .was; drowned last Saturday week. The sjot where the-body wss observed was the same as that where deceosed was supposed to have been drowned. It was very much decomposed. An inquest will, probably fee held to morrow."1"' .:"'■'■.,:''■ ■': • J''-; y~ ■■

MDLLE, CHARBONNET'S FAREWELL CONCERT.

This afternoon Mdlle. .Alice .Charbonnet favoured pianoforte students with an Iv : struction Recital in the Choral Hall. The instruments were placed in various parts of the. hall, in such favourable positions that the gifted pianiste's fingering and execution were easily observed by the audience> who appeared delighted with the considerate and unique character of the whule of the arrange ments. Mdlle. Char bonnet introduced various selections of music,, as illustrative of the great masters'and of the different schools of pianoforte music. Among the pieces were Beethoven's " Mooialight Sonata," and Handel's "Harmonious Black smith," which, together with numerous other pieces, were highly appreciated. The audience were also treated to a series of studies and exercises by her master, M. Le Couppey, the principal professor of the Conservatoire de Musique. "Also, the exercises and studies established, by Czefnyi Stephen Heller, Mendelssohn, and Sebastian Bach. This original mode of exemplifying her iiceomplishment&;!and -. her complete' triumph in overcoming the difficulties,of the greatest masters has, placed the pianiste!s talents beyond dispute: : u<'Viff:i': ';-,T : To-morrow the grand farewell complimen tary concert; will be given in the s Choral Hall, under the patronage of Judge Gillies, Dr Campbell, and other citizens. An excel lent programme has'been. r>repared, and as this is the last concert! it \vill doi;btless be largely patronised. .■■ ■■■"■ '

PARLIAMENTARY.

nOJi OVfi SOCIAL RE?o m]i

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WELLINGTON, thi sday _ MR SWANSON ACTIVE Mr Swanson is constantly in ZZ' -1 tion with the Go V crn m e D tre S l c ?Sr A nica--' i land matters, bat Cabinet Sefei?^ departmental business absorb tW -^ especially since the crisis. •He ?« me. m the matter of equalizing.and d^oVm^ with hotel street lamps.. a° lagaway. MR SUTTON'S PETITION - ", The "New Zealander " d 3' Mr Button's petition,to be BufrinT*"**Bl^ of lands hostilely held W \fc e P^ Bioa , which the Supreme Court cannot 8 &V expresses a hope that he may obtiin7:^& from the hands of his counSn^nifr is still living, as there is.adoubtSw he would reap sufficient recompense fly dealings m native lands after death advises him to bring i D a biU exDm/L ---his views on how equity should be a.W-8" tered between the two races adm«ae- THE " TIMES" ON MR O'ROPiri* ! The "Times" in ParliamSK*1: sonalrties, says Mr O'Rorke.asholdiLT 4 Chairmanship of Committees -no ZTt deserves praise for his able conduct ' business. If the House i a rf °ht a l °f clause of a bill unimportant,{& through measures in committee in a ™ that delights those who are with himl contumacious member meets a' '<■ ■ rebuke and quickly finds the ChaiiS authority is not to be defied.. LiW ? other sons of Erin's- Isle, Mr OK strongly resents any attempt to tread oH^ tail of his coat. While asking liberty ; impossible to resist the teroptationof ik^ S ■■■ he remark that the tail of his ceatff -11 length allowed by fashion, ffij t passage of the Electoral Bill through com mittee, until the debate upon the additioTßi freehold franchise for Maoris came "on Mr ' O'Korke's conduct as chairman ; ofiW.' mittees seerueJ to be almost above reproach"' A good clear voice, with pleasaniWrn!"l are points m Mr O'Rorke's favour. VwjfaX Mr Whitaker and he maybe conghitulat e d upon their freedom from the special pleaders' style ot debate that legal speech generally induces. ■, •* MR TOLE. - Want of space compels us limit criticism of Mr Tole to a few Uaes. A quiet pleasant voice and an Tinassumica manner are hopeful signs in; : a -youngv member. Upon one or two occasions-Mr' Tole .has : distinguished himself: by the acquaintance he has. shown with'.Bis:^jil). ject. A strong Government supporter in' most cases, it is quite possible that his in dependence of thought may be some times withheld from expression from; party motives—a praiseworthy mode in a young man, and implying good promise in future. Looking above criticism, Auckland must be held to have choosen wisely in choosing lawyers, at least so far as these three are concerned. ■ DIVISION OF AUCKLAND INTO WARDS, j Mr Swanson has received a petition'from the inhabitants of Auckland, prayinglthat the city may be divided into wards. '" Before presenting the petition he consulted Messrs Dignan, Wallis, and Rees. 'The; latter accompanied him to present the petition to the Premier, who promised to submit it to ..' the Cabinet. The signatures -were: all identified, and a copy of the city roll attached for verification. AUCKLAND CAUCUS;' " The Girls' High School Bill, Auckland, was discussed at a meeting of Auckland members to-day, when nearly all present decided to support the bill, and submit it to the Board of Education. The bilFveststhe school in the Board of Education, and places the entire control under that body. Their opinion will also be taken as to the site and endowment. The Government promised to Support this bill. WHANGAREI AND ONEHUNGA SCHOOLS. The Whangarei High School Bill-was considered, but no decision arrived at. 5 The Onehiinga High School Bill is in. a similar position, and will probably tie dropped. It is considered by some Auck land members that bills of this kind open up a large question, viz., the establishment^ of superior schools in various ipartspf.the, province, and the matter will, have/to be dealt with on a comprehensive basis. "SCHOOL BUILDINGS TOR AUCK- ~ Land. r . ■$$. In consequence of Mr Swanson's urgent representations, a two years'vote will'pro bably be taken for education in the Province, of Auckland, to enable the erection of school buildings, etc. The first year's '^ote mil be handed over at once, and,the;bank;em powered to. advance on the second. > Pro bably nearly £100,000 will be available. AUCKLAND COLLEGE AND GBAM MAR SCHOOL. . Relative to the Auckland College/and Grammar School the Government have; pro mised to put a sum on the estimates for suitable buildings, and will, if; possible, give a suitable site. The proposed site, for the H Girls' High i School is between Governmeni House and the Choral Hall. The endowment is to be 3,000 acres, and will be selectedfrom second ary reserves, on the strength ofwhich.a lpau may be borrowed sufficient to erect a build- .^ ing.- ■■ ,'* ■' ■■■ ■.■> :■■ '~ •■■■ >' ' •.-.<r-;|.:Kvr ■' , MR JAMES, MACEAY. -'; ,Mr James Mackay is,here and active. ,■

The Beer Tax.

MR JOHNSON'S AMENDMENT ■;,-. -~,;, • ~.. ■ REJECTED.. -..^..aitwVL When the Order of the Day for the Beer Duty Bill was/called, Mr Wasoa rose to speak.' Mr Pyke submitted that he,was in possession of the House when the debate was adjourned. . The Speaker said the honV member lor Colridgewas speaking, and was interrupt whenthe debate was adjourned. Mr - Wason ; said he did'not meißrW trouble the House with a loDgispeechji^ sooner the House came to a deCMion^ this question, and got through.Jhe pufpef f[ remaining, the better. n:. ;v :>^ ;l* Mr Pyke said be> was sorry the.O^W-^ ment hak given way on aquestioni.on^m^ they saidthey would stand, : orMM^ : under pressure from brewers and publica"?- No' one would accuse Wm.^of teving^n a thick and '^in Supporter^ of:the,t,(ffero- ; ment. • (Laughter). ' The .6°™^?^ treated its supporters as thonghthe«« merely: to obey'orders. Had;the;66Vg ment" consulted their supporters,ifJW would have carried' the BilLff :(»x^' The Government had acted^!*^?P manner from that in which he-»C d ceive any Government acting. V^- struck thsir colours^ and ru^ away^g the first shot was fired. ..Hfe^lgJ, heart by their conduct. ~M™.W^S to follow his leader through *fiaM#^ | into the jaws { of helM^ter,^ that leader will be bold and *»* the coinage of his opinions, 'D™ would not be prepared to follow a tffljj leader. Therefore he disapproved 01 ignominious manner,in wmca.tne w • ment treated their suppoirfceis^v^^ Government came down to*ha*ilo th eir said they would stand er J^^^i measures on any, future oesasion ne • g & be doubtful whether they weuld &&&& would be afFald of them. The Governng having got that feeling^g^: supporters it now became them w> <*~ t0 theirwtion. ;They eould^^g t . lead.th'e'House when thßif'foUowers^ trust- them.- It was fatal to^anyJgg whether;they areiapGwer^not^jM^ a without a fight. ' If the Governgn t * stood by thl Beer Bill they cjttl^ carried it, - He believed in a stratgu^ ; ward ; policy, whether, in ,puW^o^ the life^,(Laughter.)..He^wuld^^ no t Government to say whelto^-tn«y;« fee stated in the lobbies that they did »<« B

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Kew S" IM Goods. The Undersigned are NOW OPENING UP heir STOCK OF NEW GOODS for the in-, coming Season's trade, comprising— - . NEW FANCY DRESS MATERIALS,, (IN VARIETY). Circy and Black; Lustres, Danish Lustres (new shades). New Washing Materials. Brocaded Cambrics, Lace Patterns, Galatea Stripes, and a very large assortment of PRINTS!. PRINTS! ! PRINTS ! ! Great Variety of Patterns and Un usually Cheap. New Linen Goods, Caffs, Collars, and Sets, Ribbons, Handkerchiefs, &c. I®, HOSIERY OF ALL KINDS." -®a White and Grey Calicos, in all the best makes (English and American). FURNISHING GOODS, and a carefully-selected Stock of General Drapery of -every description. Also, # NEW CLOTHING OF ALL KINDS For Boy's and Men. Shirts, Hats, Hosiery, Tweeds, &c, &c. ear % (V in the £) Discount allowed upon all Cash Purchases of 20/ and upwards. RUSHBROOK ~AND BRIDGMAN, DRAPERS, CLOTHIERS, &0., JUNCTION DRAPERY WAREHOUSE ■ (Opposite the Army and Navy Hotel), U P F^R QUEEN rST It auccland: ''f'!;Z-J^'; J ! 1 A ■■■» D J. -H OPP £T: Cr * • Frbkman's Bay Steam Mills, AsdjNo. 101,8 Lower Queen-street Wha^, (~-,.:. Auckland"



yyssoLUTiON of partnership We have Opened several Cases of BLACK AND COLOURED SILKS, Purchased at Very Lo\v P bices in the Hom£e Markets. THE CO -'r- O U R;E D SILKS Comprise Ml the Newest Shades. THE BLACK SILKS Wil be Sold at 2s. 11d, pkr Yard, in . Order to Clear. ; IMMENSE QUANTITIES OF DRESS GOODS Will be Brought Forward at Job Prices. WILL BE GIVEN DURING THE WEEK r,.r.: J; COSGRAVK & CO., : MERCHANTS AND MPORWSS QUEBN-STREET. AUCKLAND. mHE IVfEW yEALAND tar CLOTHING FACTORY "ffi* EMPLOYS UPWARDS OF 600 WORKPEOPLE. BRANCHES FOR THE SALE OF OUR " . MANUFACTURES AT AUCKLAND NAPIER • WELLINGTON WANGANUI ; DUNEDIN oamaru TIMARU INVERCARGILL CHRISTCHURCH. i The Proprietors have had to fight their way inch by inch in opposition to the interests of Importers and Shippers, but the desire on the part of the Public to encourage New Zealand Industries has been manifested by the great success which has attended all the Branches of I the New Zealand Clothing Factory. SUMMER SEASON, 1878-1879. Now in receipt of MEN'S, BOYS', and YOUTHS' CLOTHING, especially Manufactueed for the Auckland Market, and Superior in Style and Fit to the Imported Goods. A great portion is made of the famous Mosgiel Tweeds, manufactured of pure New : Zealand wools. A SINGLE GARMENT SOLD AT WHOLESALE PRICE. The Largestand Choicest Stock inNew Zealand of Hats, Caps. Hosiery, Port manteaux, Bags, and the latest Novel ties in Ties, Scarfs, Collars, &c. A SINGLE ARTICLE SOLD AT WHOLESALE PRICE. c.■• -• - All Goodsare marked in Plain Figures, for CASH ONLY. Any Article purchased and not appro ved of will be exchanged with the same courtesy with which it was sold, or, if desired, the money will be returned. J. B. ROBINSON, Manages Auckland Branch. Agency in New Zealand for Wertheim's Celebrated Sewing Machines. fi HE A P FOWL FEED 470 sacks MAIZE, 4s 3d to 4s 6d 260 sacks WHEAT AT' COUPLAND & CO.'S, QUEEN STREET. RYE GRASS! RjYE GRASS! CLOVERS. JUST TO HAND, A consignment of 400 bags POVERTY BAY RYE GRASS, for Sale cheap. Also, On Hand, white clover rape ree clover timothy cow grass lucerne &c, &c, &O. Of Superior Quaity l W. J. HURST & CO., ' . 101, Qnean-Btreet. pHEMICAL IV|" ANU RE. The undersigned are now prepared to Bupply their CHEMICAL MANURE for Root apd Green Crops, in any quantity. Analysis now ready, and copies will be for ward "d on application. W. J. HURST & CO., 101, Queen-street. AATS! OATSI OATS! 500 bags PRIME TARTARIAN OATS 1000 bags PRIME POTATOE OATS. W. J. HURST & CO., 101, Queen-street. Auckland. BONEDUST! BONED]UST BONEDUST7 TO ARRIVE, Per 'Darcy Pratt,' ' Fairlea"' and 'Look-on 150 tons BONEDUST Also, 50 tons SUPERPHOSPHATE. W. J. HURST & CO., 101, Queen-street. -JU-ATIONAL INSURANCE COM PANY OF NEW ZEALAND. Capital .. .. .. •• - £1,000,000. unlimited ltabilit y. FIRE AND MARINE RISKS, of every description accepted on the most favourable terms. All funds invested in the colony. HENRY E WILLIAMS, Manager. UN TON INSURANCE COMPANY OF NKW ZEALAND C A PITAL. ~ - d 82,000,000 AUCKLAND BRANCH: O U X B N - S T R E X T\ Next he Colonial Bank. 75RK DEPARTMENT. Insurano granted on Dwelling - nooses Stores, Shops, Bulldingß in which trade Is carried on, Merchandise, and Goodn of every doficrlpHon. MARINE DEPAKTMBNT. Hulls of Ships or Steamers, Merchandise of all kinds, Specie and Wool to United Kingdom, at Lowest Current Ratks. ■: R. B. S'J KNSON, : i . . ~;.:' Manager. BRITISH AND MERCAN ■ Jji TILE INSURANCE COMPANY. LQNDON AND EDINBURGH. : :'..' ESTABLIS&ED 1809. ,-, ■ ■ -.-.,. Incorporated by Royal Charter. Capital .. .. 7. .. ... ..£2,600,000 Reserve Fund.. .. . .. ...1,082,768 Income of the Fire Department, Net Premiums and Interest, 1877 .. ■ • \ 916,646 '.\;.'■■■.•.;■ -,' • ' Peksidestj .• ,': V ',', Hiß Grace the Duke of Roxburghe, K.T. < V v ioe-Presidents : His Grace the Duke of Sutherland, K.G.: His Grace the Duke of Abefcorn, K.G., ' /; ;; EXTRAORDIIfAHY DIREOTORS: '| Right Hon. the Earl of Airlie, Right Hon. the Sari of Strathmpre, Right Hon. Sir James Fer msson, of Kilkerran, Bart., Sir Matthew White' Ridley, Bart., Right Hon. the. Earl, of Elgin, Right-Hon. Lord Wolverton, Sir Walter James, Bart., Sir John Majorbanks, of Lees, Bart:, Sir, Robert Hay, of Haystoun, Bart., David Mahony, Esq., Dublin. , , , , GENERAL COURT OF DIRECTORS: ;."■■; :"■/'_ Jt::: ■■CHAIRMAN: ■:-:uY-' > ''■■'-■■ '■ Right Hon. Lord Lawrence, G.C.8., G.C.S.L, '.' • '■ ■' "■',. ' and'P.C; :.•/' " /■ ■"-,'. ■' >■ Risks taken on; buildings and property in the Provincial District of Auckland at lowest BATES. •.■-•■-.'-,. ■'■■■ : "... Losses promptly and liberally dealt with. SHERA BROS., EAgents, Queen-street.



TTNION BANK OF AUSTRALIA. ESTABLISHED 1837. Paid-up Capital '.. .. .. ..£1,500,000 Reserved Fund .. 780,000 This Bank receives Deposits at Interest, and transacts all general banking business on the most favourable terms, which can be ascertained at its office in Queen-street, and its other Branches and Agencies in the District. JOSEPH S. POUNDS. Manager, Auckland. _ L . mHE NATIONAL BANK OF NEW ZEALAND (LIMITED). Incorporated under the Co mpanies Act, 1862 an 1867. and the New Zealand Act 1,1873. ——— This Bank is prepared to errant Special Rates for Deposits, and to arrange for transaction of all Banking business. Terms to be ascertained upon application. (Signed), DAVID HE AN, Manager. Auckland, 14th September, 1878. ANK OF AUSTRALASIA. roorporated by Royal Charter, 1835. Paid-up Capital £1,200,000 Guarantee and Reserve Funds .. 215,710 Undivided Profits 151,599 This Bank is prepared to make special arrange ments with respect to Deposits, and to transact all other Banking business on the most favour able termß. ■ Rates can be ascertained on application. Auckland Branch: J. LAWFORD, Manager. fIIURNITURE— For the Drawingroom flj Dining-room, Library, Be iroom, or Kitohen, on Sale at 1' &H. COQKE'S. /CARPETS—lncluding Brussels, lapes \j try, Kidderminster, Stair Felt, and Dutch, on Sale 1 & H. COOKE'S. T INOLEUM and Floorcloths, all widths, Jl_J Bath Mats, in Linoleur and Floorcloth, on Sale at T & H. COOKE'S. £ f EARTH RUGS, Door Mats, plain and It JL wool bordered. Matting, Wool Mats, Bed-side Rugs, on Sale at T. & H. COOKE'S. <i RON BEDSTEADS. — French. Half Ji Tester, Stump and Folding ; Iron Cots, all sizos, W«od Bedsteads and Wood Cots, on Sale at T. & H. COOKE'S. BEDDING.— Hair, Wool^Spring, Cocoa Fibre, and Flax Mattresses, Feather Beds, Bolsters and Pil lows, on Sale at T. & H. COOKE'S. f^ LASSES.— Ghimhey Glasses, in Gilt, \JT Walnut, and Maple Frames, Toi let Glasses. Toiletware, Cane seated Chairs, in great variety, on Sale at T. « H. COQKE'S. PRICES. —As we import direct from the English Manufacturers, we are able to sell all imported goods as low as any house in town: and, employing steam powkr in our Factory, are enabled to offer articles of local manufacture at a very moderate rate. T.. 85 S. Cooka's FURNITURE AND CARPRT WAREHOU X 67. QUBBN-STRKBT. WE, the undersigned Watchmakers and Jewellers, beg to inform the Public that our respective places of business will CLOSE on and after SATURDAY, Sept. 21st, at 2 o'clock. JAMES HOWDKN SEYMOUR WELLS, F. H. LEWISSON HERMAN PENZHOLZ K. G. SCHWARTZ THO«. HKALEY H. G. PAYNE JAMES ADAMS ALFRED ALES' C. GOODWIN F. SHAW, JUN. LAURITS HKNRIKSEN A. G. BARTLETT H. G. DORRINGTON THOMAS BAKER ISIDORjALEXANDER. PERSONAL.— Would SMr Beeston call this evening on Mr Montagu at the Waite mata Hotel. A RCH HILL HIGHWAY DISTRICT. Under the Public Health Act, 1876. Notice Is hereby given that John S. Duke is appointed Inspector of Nuisanceß and Clerk to the Local Board of Health for the above Dis trict. And it is further notified that John S. Duke is appointed Ranger, and is authorised to coll Doe Tickets for the above District. JAMES RADCLIFF, Chairman. Date of October 3rd, 1878. TO THE HEADS OF AUCKLAND FAMILIES. NEW BOOTS ! NEW BOOTS I NEW SHOES 1 A MONTH'S CHEAP BOOT SALE. F. STEPHENS Has Bought at auction a LARGE CONSIGNMENT OF BOOTS AND SHOES, also SLIPPERS. These Goods are of most Superior Quality and Finish, were sacrificed at the auction, and will NOW BE SOLD at VERY LOW PRICES, viz.:— Gents' Calf Elastic-side 3 for 10s 6d Gents' Lace-up Boots, 12a 6d Ladies' New Patent Double Tio Derby Walk ing 16s 6d Shoes now selling at 12b 6d. (This is a fashionable and attractive Shoe) Seal Morocco Oxford 16s Walking Shoe now selling at 12s Ladies' Pretty 12s 6d Dress Shoes are now 9s 6d Ladies' Kid Fancy Shoe (Buckle) were 11s 6d, but are now 8s Gil Cheap Lines in Ladies' Kid Elastic, from 5s 6d to 8s 6d per pair. The whole Consignment is offered to the Public at similar Cheap Rates during the next month. F. STEPHENS. Tl « T OPE JS E D"< AT MNABURV & GO'S. iOO DOZEN FOUR-BUTTON KID GLOVES QUITE SOUND. , Only 2s. 6d." per Pair. ' A. L IN4BUKY & CO.' S, •204 & 206 -yUJBMiN-STiftKWT. AnOKIiAKO. Tp X 'CITY OF SYDNEY/ 100 cases SALMON, lib. 25 cases SALMON, 21b. FOR SALE • ' j W. S. LAURIE, 7,| W V N D H A M - S T B JE E T. mHORNTON SMITH, ANJJ FIRTH'S A PRICES CURRENT (Wholesale) j Subject to alteration without notice. j • Sacks. 100'a. . 50*8 Brown Brand Flour, & s. d. & s. d. R 8. d; per ton .. .. .. 15 0 0 15 10 0 16 0 0 T.S.&F. Canterbury ' i Brand 12 0 0 12 10 0 13 0 0 is 18:::::: "TS 8 ■■:: ■:; .:: ! Fowl Wheat .. .. 4s. 6d.'per bushel. \ The above prices include sacks and bags; sacks and bags not returnable. •- Terms: Cash. r j ; Auckland. 20th September. 1878. A UCKLAJND AWKi^ULJ. URAL. AJMI) J\_ PASTORAL ASSOCIATION SHOW, To be held oh . The Association Show Grounds, Ellehslie, On WEDNESDAY, November 13,1878, j - when upwards of £700 will be offered in Prizes, for Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Swine, Dogs, Fowls, Horticultural and Local Manufactures. • For list of awards and further particulars, apply to the Secretary, Mr. W. Percival, Dufham-street. ;