The Evening Star.

Vol. IX.-No. 3,443

AUCKLAND, N.Z., MONDAY. JANUARY 21, 1878.

PRICE : ONE PENNY.



-KA. CJTEAM TOf LONDON, .rffjjgjlgSbs. VIA THE SUEZ CANAL. XjJJ^^^^ ORIENT LINE. The Pacific Steam Navigation Company's magnificent steamer STAD AMSTERDAM, 2,7U tons register, 3,000 horse-power effective, will leave SYDNEY on FRIDAY, the Ist Feb ruary ; and MELBOURNE, on SATURDAY, the 9th February, carrying First, Second, and Third-class Passengers. Canal Dues payable by Passengers, Eight Shillings each. The above splendid steamer, being of greater steam power and larger capacity than any steamer trading to the Colonies, offers special inducements to passengers; and the accommo dation and arrangements are of the most com plete character. This vessel will steam full power all the way, and is confidently expected to accomplish the voyage in about forty days. To be followed by the S.S. LUSITANIA, 3,825 tons, 3000 horse-power effective :—From Sydney, on FRIDAY, 22nd February; from Melbourne, on SATURDAY, 2nd March. For particulars, plans, and circulars, apply to BROWN. CAMPBELL & CO. MAIL STEAM "**£sasiis> SHIP COMPANY. FOR SYDNEY DIRECT. The Company's Powerful Al Iron Screw Steamship ZEALANDIA, H. Chevalier, Esq., Commander, will leave Auckland for the above port on or about TUESDAY the 22nd January. IS7B, carrying Mails and Passengers. For further particulars, freight, or passage apply to OWEN & GRAHAM, Agents, Auckland. .->£Vg^ TJIOR SYDNEY AND MEL- J3&S£3*' >' -Kj BOURNE. The fast and favourite s.s. HERO, Captain Logan, (from telegraphic advice) is detained in Melbourne until the 25th instant. She is due here on the 3rd proximo, and will leave for the above ports on or about WED NESDAY 7", 6th February. For freight or passage apply to CRUICKSHANK & CO., Agents. 16, Qneen-street, Auckland, January 15, 18/7. TTNIOiV STEAMSHIP COMPANY U OF NEW ZEALAND^LIMITED). Time Table—Januaey, 187 S. FOR TARANAKI, NELSON, PICTON. WEL LING TON. LYTTELTON, AND PORT CHALMERS, from Manukait. Steamship. Date of Sailing. Train. Taranaki .Tuesday, 29th, 4 p.m. 2 p.m. FOR TAURANGA, POVERTY BAY, NAPIER, WELLINGTON, LYTTELTON. and PORT CHALMERS, from Quekn -.rxtEET wharf. Hawea .. Friday, 25th, 3 p.m. — Ta upo Thursday, 31st, 4 p.m. — FOR NAPIER, WELLINGTON, LY"TTEL TON, and PORT CHALMERS (from Queen-street Wharf. Kvtiikua.. Tuesday, 22nd, 3 p.m. — FOR RUSSELL, BAY OF ISLANDS. Hawea .. Monday, 21st, 5 p.m. — Taupo .. Tuesday, 29th, -6 p.m. — «*• Cargo must be alongside one hour before time of departure. NOTE.—From the 13th December till 31st January, RETURN TICKETS will be issued at 30 nor cent, off double fares, to norts within he Colony: available till 28th February. HENDERSON & MaCFARL-sNE, Agents. Corner of Queen and West Queen-streets. "W A I U X U. "*^»***r The p.s. OREGON will leave for Waiuku as under:— From Onehunga: From Waiuku: Jan. Jan. 23—Wednesday, 8 a.m. 23—Wednesday, 12 noon 26—Saturday, 10 am. 26—Saturday, 2 p.m. For Manukau Heads and Whatipu Saw-mills, on Tuesdays, at 8 a.m. Single Fares, 3/6: Return. 5/. . Weather and other circumstances permitting. Orders to collect Goods left at Mr. G. Sibbin's, Auction Mart, will be attended to. Towage of Vessels as per agreement. M. H. ROE, T7l O n WAIUKU. <3BaBBBr The s.s. TAM O' SHANTER will leave for Waiuku as follows :— From Onehunga: From Waiuku: Jan. Jan. 22—Tuesday, 8 a.m. 22—Tuesday, 12 noon 24—Thursday, 9 a.m. 24—Thursday, 1.30 p.m. 26—Saturday, 10.30 a.m. 26—Saturday, 2 p.m. For Manukau Heads and Whatipu Mills, on Fridays, at 8 a.m. Fares .-—Return, 5/; Single, 3/6. Weather and other circumstances permitting. Orders to collect Goods left at the stores_ of Messrs. Henderson & Macf arlane, Agents Union S.S. Co.: or Messrs. W. J. Hurst & Co., will meet with promnt dispatch. A. CUNNINGHAM, Onehunga or Newmarket. -fifrjßj^ QTTKAM BETWEEN AUCK ~gaSSgIC7 LAND and the THAMES. Steamers ROTOMAHANA and ROTOITI. Time Table: From Auckland— Monday, Rotomahana. laid up to clean Tuesday, Rotomahana, laid up to clean Monday, Rotoiti, 4 p.m. Tuesday, Rotoiti, 5 p.m. Wednesday. Rotomahana, 3.30 p.m. Thursday, Rotomahana, 4.30 p.m. From Thames— Monday, Rotomahana, laid up to clean Tuesday, Rotomahana, laid up to clean Tuesday, Rotoiti, 9 a.m. "Wednesday. Rotoiti, 10 a.m. Thursday, Rotomahana, 9.30 a.m. Friday, Rotomahana, 10 a.m. Return Tickets available to 31st January, aloon, 103; Steerage, 7s. Fares, per Rotoiti, ss. FRASER & TINNE, agents. i^&^OTEAM TO THE THAMES. AUCKLAND AMD THAMES STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY. ENTERPRISE, DURHAM, & LALLA ROOKH. RETURN TICKETS are now issued by any •of the Company's steamers at ss. and 7s. 6d. Single Tickets, 3s 6d and ss. Time Table: From Auckland- Enterprise—Monday, 11 p.m. Enterprise—Wednesday, 12 midnight From Thames- Enterprise—Tuesday, 12 noon Enterprise—Thursday, 1 p.m. For Coromandel — Durham—Wednesday, 12 noon From Coromandel— Durham—Thursday, 12 noon Not responsible for Goods or Parcels put on ooard without a shipping note. Weather and other circumstances permitting. J. EDWARDS, a^ent. r^sv TjlOR LONDON DIRECT. jj||i|g||^> The fine Al Clipper Ship mKmmmk MAr queen, 733 tons register, Robert Tatchell, Com mander, will have quick dispatch. _ This vessel offers very superior accommoda tion to intending passengers. Freights can be arranged at the offices of the undersign ad, at very liberal rates. i L. D. NATHAN & C 0.,) Agents for OWEN & GRAHAM, VShaw. Savill CRUICKSHANK & CO.) and Co.



,^-k^^QTEAM ox the KAIPARA. •egssjEsSSs* The sa _ KIN A will leave Helens ville asunder: — . . For Otamatea, calling at junction of I^?"Y a'ca and Mangatoioto Rivers, Pahi and Mata kohe, every Tuesday's mornings tiae, returning on Wednesday. „,„„„ For Port Albert direct, every Thursday morn ing's tide, returning on Friday. Passengers for Otamatea leave Auckland, per CITY OF CORK, at 1.30 p.m. on Mondays, ana for Port Albert on Wednesdays, at 1-aU. Cargo for Otamatea on Fridays, and tor i^ort Albert on Mondays. j CAgBY & goX- Maungawhare. and Dargaville. The s.s. MINNIE CASEY, Captain Rawson, will leave Helensville every Tuesday andlhurs day morning's tide, leaving Dargaville on the return trips every Wednesday and Friday morn inar's tride. , , , nTq ,v nir Passengers leave Auckland, per CIIY U* COKK on Mondays and Wednesdays, at l.dU p-m- aa jd gasg^fflßSffSffli^gk. «s^3^ g^Oii THE HOT SPRINGS, -lEsJE^. fj MAHURANGT, MATAKANA. and Llf TLE OMAHA. The p.s. ANNEMILBANK, Captain Kasper, will sail as undor:— AUCLAND AND HOT SPRINGS.. From Auckland every Tuesday, Thursday, ana Saturday, at 11 a.m. From Hot Springs every Mondas', Wednesday, and Friday, at mid-day. Mahukanoi. For Mahurangi every Thursday and Saturday at 11 o'clock. From Mahurangi every Monday ;md Friday at 10 a.m., when tides will allow. • Matakana, Kawau, and Omaha. For Matakana, &c, every Tuesday at II a.m. From Matakana, &c, every Wednesday. Weather and other circumstances permitting. Not responsible for Parcels put on board witn but a shipping note. For freight oripassage fe goN .~, «s^&^ Q<TEAM TO AND FROM "Sglsfe O RIVERHE AD Twice Daily. On and after 6th June, Steamers will leave aSFrom Au~ckland-S.s. City of Cork. 1.30 p.m. P.s. Gemini, 3 p.m. Fromßiverhead-S.s. City of Cork, 9 a.m. aSiVfe^ ITIXCUKSION TO WAiWERA jSpggil;Xy (HOT SPRINGS). The s.s. LILY Captain smith, will leave. Auckland every Saturday at 2 p.m., returning to Auckland every Monday morning by 9 o clogk. Return Tickets, 10s. cAgEY fe gQK . ,Saa*w ST'Olt RUSSELL, VVAJNGA -38|f|ife-«P ROA, AND MANGONUI. The s.s. lONA will leave every Monday, at 5 p.m. (weather permitting). Passengers booked and small parcels prepaid at the Ofhee on the Wharf. No cargo received after i p.m. strictly adhered to. for wangareFand mangapai. The s.s. Al; GYLE will leave for the above place every Tuesday, at 5 p.m. FOR COROMANDEL. The s.s. ARGYLE will leave every Monday morning at 12 noon, and every Friaay at 3 p.m. Calling at Mr. Kissling's, Waiheki. FOR MERCURY BAY, TAIRUA, AND TAURANGA. To connect with the 8.5.,' Staffa' for all Bay of Plenty Ports. The s.s. ROWENA will leave as follows:— Monday, 21st January Friday, 25th January Wednesday, 30th January At 5 o'clock p.m. Calling at Tairua to land Passengers (weather permitting). McGREGOR> Manager . ""^"jT" TG^OR LONDON DIRECT. ■^l^^^^^^ The magnificent Iron Clipper IW"^"^"""*^""" -LIUOXX J} XjJIiJEj X , 100 Al at Lloyds', 713 tons register, now on her way from Lyttelton, is expected here daily to complete her loading, and will sail as above shortly after arrival. For freight, or passage apply to The New Zealand Shipping Company (LIMITED), Agents. "STZ' T>ASSENGERS' LINE OF jg|SK2^v XT PACKETS TO NEW ZEA mtiilira-Sm Owned by Messrs Shaw, Savill & Co., 31, Leadenhall-street, London. The above Line of Ships are REGULAR TRADERS to all the principal ports of New Zealand. They are clipper ships, classed Al at Lloyds, and commanded by experienced masters. The Bill of Fare i 3 most substantial and of the best quality, and the accommodation roomy and convenient. The undersigned are empowered to grant passages from London to New Zealand, payment tor which has been guaranteed in the Colony. Return ships to London also leave at almost regular intervals. Full particularslon application to L. D. NATHAN & CO., ) OWEN & GRAHAM, > Agents. CRUICKSHANK & CO.. J fiu* mHE NEW ZEALAND JffiagX^. X SHIPPING COMPANY Head Office : Christchurch, N.Z. London Branch: 84, Bishopsgate-street within. THE COMPANY'S FLEET consists of:— Tons. Tons. TheHURUNUI ..1054 The WAIKATO ..1053 MATAURA.. 898 WAIMATE ..1157 OPAWA 1131 WAIMEA.... 871 ORARI 1051 WAIPA 1057 OTAKI 1053 WA1R0A....1057 "PAREORA.... 879 WAITANGI 1161 PIAKO 1136 W ATTAR A.. 883 RAKAIA ....1057 WANGANUIII36 RANGITIKI 1227 These magnificent clippers are of the highes class at Lloyd's, purchased or built specially to meet, the requirements of the trade between the United Kingdom and New Zealand. The saloons and state cabins are superbly fitted and arranged and provided with every requisite for the com fort of the passengers,, who are provided with bedding and all cabin fittings. The dietary scale is most liberal. Second-class and steerage accommodation is all that can be desired, and the ships are commanded by experienced mas ers. The Company also charters ships of the highes class as reQuired, and vessels are despatched from London to each of the principal ports of the colony with strict punctuality every month. The Company has always ships loading home ward from New Zealand. Arrangements for the passages of friends to and from the colony, and also for the conveyance of" cargo, can be made at the Head Office, Christchurch, or at any of the Branches in the colony AUCKLAND BRANCH—93. Queen-street. W'AIKATO COAL COMPANY (LIMITED) are now delivering BEST HOUSEHOLD COAL, from their Mines at Rua waro, Huntly Station, as follows :— 5 tons, and under 25 tons... .17s Gd per ton. 25 tons, and under 50 tons 16s 6d „ 50 tons, and upwards 15s „ Slack 12s6d „ Delivered at Auckland or Onehunga Railway Stations. Steamers and Manufactories subject to special arrangement. Orders may be sent to Mr James Ronaldson, Manager, Huntly, Wuikato; or to W. S, LAURIE, Agent. 7, Wyndham-street, Auckland. GrUTHRIE & JjARNACH'S NE V ZEALAND TIMBER & WOODWARE FACTORIES COMPANY (LIMITED). HAVE ON" SaLE— AT THEIR BRANCH STORE, ONEHUNGA — 300 hags good FEED OATS 50 tons Anderson's DUNEDIN FLOUR 2 tons OATMEAL 200 sacks BRAN. Also, The following Dunedin-manufactured Goods- Spokes, Felloes, Knaves, Shafts Buckets, Tubs, Churns, Knife Boards Washing Boards. Butter Firkins Cheese Presses, &c. <S" Inspection Invited. JAMES W. WALLER, Manager



JAMES ADAMS, WATCHMAKER, VICTORIA-STRTCTCT. A FEW DOORS ABO\'e ALBERT-STREET. "Work done well and cheap :—Watch Glasses, 6d • Watch Keys, 3d.; Watch Cleaning, Lever, 45.; Geneva, 3s. 6d.: Putting in Main Spring, 35.: Watch Hands, Gd. each. Good Warranted Silver Geneva Watches, price £2 55., in case. N.B. —If work is not done satisfactorily, no charge will be made. ACKSON'S PRIVATE BOARDING HOUSE, Anglesea-strtcet, Behind New Bank, HAMILTON WEST. In order to meet a long felt requirement of "Visitors to Hamilton, J, G. Jackson has opened the above. Travellers received at any hour on arrival of Steamer. Comfortable accommoda tion. Charges moderate. I S H E R AND CO., Wholesale, Shipping & Family BUTCHER, Queen-street, next Bank of New Zealand, Auckland. Poultry of all kinds dressed to order Prune Smoked Tongues, Home-cured Bacon. Corned Beef on Sale in large quantities. N.B.—Dealers in Game. Live Pheasants* for warded to all parts of the colony upon receipt of order. Families waited on in town or su burns A. WATERMAN begs, to inform • his friends and the public of Auckland that he has taken over those old established DINING ROOMS, known as Porter's, nearly opposite the Theatre Royal, Queen-street, Auck land, where he hopes by strict at tention to business to obtain a fair share of patronage Special care has been bestowed upon the Bed rooms, and settlers and country visitors to Auckland will find every comfort. Meals at all hours. O E L L I N O OFF! James Ah Kew and Co. beg to'inform their friends and the public that they have resolved to Reduce their Stock, and will therefore Sell, under cost price, a great Variety of English and Chinese Fancy Goods, Teas, Tobaccos, Plated Goods, Wools, all shades, and a lot of General Goods, which will be found cheaper than any house in town. No reasonable offer refused. Note the address: Jas. Ah Kew and Co., next to City Hall Arcade, Queen-street. W~PHILLIPPS AND SONS, OIL, • COLOUR, & GLASS MERCHANTS, Importers ofJPaperhangings, Scrim, Paints, Oils, Turpentine, Colours, "Varnishes, French Polish, Gold Leaf, Artists' Colours and Brushes, Plate, Sheet, Crown, Ornamental, and Photographic Glass, Picture|Frame and Tapestry Mouldings, Clock and Compass Glasses, Glazed Sashes, Doors, &c. Glass cut to size, and carefully packed.—9s and 97, QUEKN-STRBET. CLARKE BROTHERS, (Late Crombies), Royal Fine Art Photographic Galleries, Opposite Union Bank. Queen-street, Auckland. First-class Portraits, from C.D.V. to Life Size at moderate prices. Children's Portraits taken instantaneously. ■VT~E~W S UMMER GOODS. J. M. Mc~LACHLAN, 218, QUEEN STREET, Has Jusl Imported, per ' Famenoth,' Eight Cases )T1 Goods are Very New Summer Millinery [ Cho - (md wM be New Summer Drapery i So l d cf New Summer Hosier y) He is also showing the best Selection of Mosgiel Tweeds in Auckland. These Goods were selected by Mr McLachlan while in Dunepin, and are guaranteed Indigo Dyed, and the Newest Patterns. A Special Dis count will be allowed to Tai'ors. CA Two Pieces of the now Celebrated SHMERE SILK (Warranted to Wear) Have also just been opened. October 26,1877. Tjl RES II SHIPMENTS. 650 CASKS CEMENT, Ex City of Auckland and Famenoth. JAMES BLAIKIE, VICTORIA-STREET, Four Doors from the Union Bank. Q P E C I A L NOTICE. The busine=s hitherto carried on by Messrs. G. Holdship & Co. will hereafter be conducted by the Auckland Timber Company (Limited). G. HOLDSHIP, Manager. IRELAND BROTHERS, WOOL MERCHANTS, TANNERS AND LEATHER MANUFACTURERS, Importers of Saddlers' and Bootmakers' Machinery, English and Foreign, Leather, Saddlery, Saddlers' Ironmongery, Boot Uppers. Grindery, Mill Belting, Suction and Delivery Hose, &c. Warehouses: Vulcan Lane and High-street. Works: Panmure, Auckland. Country orders promptly executed. fjGoods shipped to all the Cololonies. TO BUTCHERS, SETTLERS, FARM ERS, AND OTHERS. The Undersigned are Cash Purchasers of Hides, Sheepskins, Wool, Tallow.Beeswax, &c., &c, at highest market rates, in any quantity. Consignors direct will have prompt and im mediate cash remittances returned at satisfac tory rates. IRELAND BROS., Tanners and Leather Manufacturers, Auckland. A UCKLAND HAT MANUFACTORY W. H. FEN TON (Late Hill & Fenton), By Special csiito&a^Sl^ Appointment , to -zjf3Si3§Sg&& v r,his Excellency T*id£j&9l<minv*ilJJthe Governor. Wholesale and Retail HAT AND CAP MANUFACTURER, 64, QUEEN-STREET, Opposite Bank of New Zealand. Auckland. 1%/T R- T. TRAFFORD, SURGEON tfT|#jr"i Wakefield- DENTIST, (gZyfTffi street. Teeth Extracted without Pain by Dr. Clover's Patent Oxide Gas. Artificial Teeth (from One to a Full Set). WH. SKINNER, • BUILDER, CARPENTER, AND JOINER, on the Old Site, VULCAN LANE. All Branches of the Building Trade executed by Experienced Workmen. Shop Fronts, Office Fittings. &c, &c. "T^~EW OEASON'S mEAS Are carefully selected, and many Rare Black Teas judiciously blended. For Purity, Strength, and Flavour, are ac knowledged to possess quality of the highest order, and sold at the usual Prices—2/, 2/6, 3/, and 3/6 per pound. FINE COFFKE, only 1/8 ¥ ft. Refined Sugars and General Groceries of the Best Quality, at Prices that will satisfy every Purchaser. GOODS DELIVERED. Please Note the Address :— FRENCH & CO., WHOLESALE AND RETAIL IGROCERS, Peoples Tea Warehouse, Ouposite City Market, 252, QUEEN STREET, AUCKLAND. Branch Stores:—MAßY-STREET, Short land. & OWEN-STREET, Grahamstown. JA N D J. S O P P E T, • Freeman's Bay Steam Mills, And No. 101, Lower Queen-street Wharf, Auckland. - S, WYNDHAM-STREET, ti O HH 02 TTOUSE, SHIP, & GENERAL . XX DECORATIVE PAINTER. W X . H Estimates furnished, and experienced Ph Workmen sent to all parts of the Province. O J.H. requests attention of Builders and W £j others to his New Glazing Tariff. pi J. HENDERSON. (» O.« *.« 8, WYNDHAM-STREET.



JAMES BUTCHER CARTER, CONTRACTOR, &C. Goods Cleared and Delivered from ship's side on Shortest Notice. Ballast Supplied. Newcastle and Bay of Islands Hoal. Also, Firewood (cut "tor uncut), at reasonable rates. j T> AILWAY TERMINUS HOTEL, XL official bay. JOHN ENDEAN, Proprietor, Late of the Nil Disperandum Hotel, Grahams town. Wines and Spirits of thf Best Brands. J.E. hones for a continuance of the patronage so liberally bestowed on Mr. Fernandez, the late proprietor. The Hotel offers special inducements to Travellers, the situation being central, close to the Railway Station, aud the charges mode rate^ ; [Established 1558.] WJ . MARKS, • HOUSE and SHIP PLUMBER, GAS-FITTER, ZINC-WORKER, BELL-HANGER, &c. Importer of Sheet Lead, Iron and Lead Pipe, and all other Plumbing Requisites, 74, C H A P E L - S T R E E T, Auckland. '* Having just received from The Manufacturers, a Large assortment of High-Pressure Water Fittings and Pipe, is prepared to do every de scription of work in eounection with the Water works, in a most efficient manner, and at the Lowest Remunerative Prices. C/HRISTMAS & ]^EW JL EAR'S PRESENTS. Upwards KAA Ptptttpt^ t0 Select OF UlFv i lOlUltHib FROM, Comprising— OIL & WATER COLOUR PAINTINGS, AUTOTYPES, oleographs, chromo- lithographs, plain and coloured photographs. Also, Splendid Assortment of PHOTOGRAPHIC & COLOURED SCRAPS, SCRAP ALBUMS, AND ARTISTS' COLOUR BOXES. W. PHILLIPPS & SON beg to inform their friends that, for Six Weeks from date, all Cash Purchasers of the above Goods will he allowed a Discount of 20 per cent. We also wish to draw attention to our Large and Varied Stock of Ppaeriiangings, Gilt Mouldings. Artists' Colours, Sundries, Window Glass, Paints, Oils, Varnishes, &c. W. PHILLIPPS & SON, OIL, COLOUR. AND GLASS MERCHANTS. 95 & 97, QUEEN STREET, j Auckland, December 6.1877. W HANGAPOUA OTEAM OAW MILLS. CUTTING 140,000 WEEKLY. Orders Cut with Dispatch. C. A. HARRIS. 23rd November, 1577. "T MER R V CHRISTMAS. With pleasure we make known that we have a Large and Choice Supply of CHRISTMAS FRUITS AND SPICES, SPLENDID HAMS, and GENERAL GROCERIES, all of First Quality, which will be Sold for Small Profits and Quick Returns. Jams, Stone Fruit, 7Ad per tin Tart Fruits, in 21b. tins, 9d per tin Vestas, Plaids, 3d per doz. TEAS FOR THE MILLION!! FRENCH & CO.'S m O U It I S T S' GUIDE. NOW IN THE PRESS, and Shortly To Appear, "The Southern Guide to the Hot Lakes and Springs Districts of the North Island." To be published under the auspices of the Union Steamship Company. A UCKLAND SAVINGS BANK. This BANK is NOW OPEN DAILY, for Receipt and Re-Payment of Deposits, from 10 to 2 o'clock: except on SATURDAY, when it closes at 12 noon, and Re-opens from Seven to Nine in the Evening, for the Receipt of Deposits only. RICHARD CAMERON, Manager. G. iS A N D" Ii S~l • SURVEYOR, Waikaj-o. Surveys made and Plans supplied on the shortest inotice. An extensive and intimate acquaintance with the whole of the Waikato district enables T.G.S. to carry out instructions from clients with accuracy and dispatch. 1 X M C N A~ ¥, • Wholesale & Retail FAMILY GROCER, 30, QUEEN-STREET. kst Shipping Supplied. ~gB» A MERICAN SEWING MACHINES I&the largest sale in australia. ;Reduced Price List. "THE HOME" SHUTTLE-LOCK-STITCH. THE PERFECTION OF MECHANISM? Simple, Compact, Efficient, Durable, and Complete. It sews with the least possible amount of labour, and a Girl of Twelve Years can run it without fatigue. It is a Triumph of Mechanical Genius. , 1 THE HOME" SHUTTLE is the only practica Low-price Lock-stitch Sewing Machine ever invented, -.os/wid* This UNEQUALLED MACHINE uses aj straight needle, makes the "Lock-stitch" (alike on both sides), has a self-adjusting tension, and is adapted to every variety of sewing for any wear, from the lightest muslins to the heaviest; AND WILL EVEN SEW LEATHER; \t Will Hem, Fell, Bind, Cord, Braid, Seam, Tpck, Ruffles, Hemstitch, and Gather. This Machine will sew on and gather at the same time, and will work; equally well on Silk, Linen, Woollen, and Cotton, Goods, with Silk, T/lnen, or Cotton Thread. It is not necessary for us 10 endeavour todeJ tract from the merits of any other machines. We: claim to sell THE BEST FAMILY SEWING MACHINE IN THE MARKET, without regard to Pkice, and we feel confident that whenever persons wishing to buy Sewing Machines give the "HOME" SHUTTLE SEWING MACHINE a fair trial, in competition with other Machines we will have the preference. Withj the Machine is furnished—Hemmer Brader, Shuttle Bobbins, Oil Can, Oil, Screw driver, Five Needles, Guage, Table Clamp, and directions for use. AlTflecurely packed in strong case with hinges. PRICE:— Complete in box £i os. With Table and Treadle £6 ss. With Table and Treadle, Half-Cabinet, with Cover, Lock and Key £7 7s In proof of their superiority over all other Machines, we guarantee them for five YEARS. Where the genuine "HOME" SHUTTLE MACHINES, stamped with our name, are not procurable, we will send them direct to pur chasers on receipt of remittance or reference. L. D. NATHAN & CO SOLE AGENTS. BWe have appointed the undersigned Sole etail Agent for Auckland, where the Genuine Home Shuttle Machines are procurable by time payments. Illustrations, Specimens, and Tuition free of charge J. V. BREDA, Shortland-street. /CARRIER T> I|fcE ON S. For Sale, a few pair Choice Young Birds of the above 1 breed, from 10s. to ;£i per pair.—Apply at this office.



CIHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR / SCHOOL, PARNELL, Affiliated to the New Zealand University, School Duties will be Resumed on Monday, February 4th. JAS . ADA MS. B.A. UCKLAND COLLEGE AND GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Affiliated to the University of New Zealand) The Quarter Days for the current year are 6th February, 27th April, 17th July, and sth October. FARQUHAR MACRAE, Head Master. TTPPER SYMONDS- STREET. MRS. GLOVER'S Pupils will resume their puties on TUESDAY, the 22nd inst. SUPERIOR PREPARATORY SCHOOL, Hobson-street. CARLTON ACADEMY Has RE-OPENED as above. Hours from 9 a.m. to 12 noon; from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Course of instruction: Latin. Greek, Mathematics, Algebra, Euclid, Book keeping, and English in all its branches. Holi days : Two weeks at Christmas; one week Midwinter. Terms (including pens, ink, slates, and pencils), £1 Is quarterly, in advance). The Quarter reckoned from date of entry- EVEN ING SCHOOL as usual at 7.—C. B. Andrew, Head Master.—January 14, lts7S^ "VTEWTO"N~GRAMMAR SCHOOL. REV. PETKR MASON, B.A. Duties will be resumed on MONDAY, the 28th instant. T7AKANGAHAPE ROAD, second §\. House from Upper Queen-street. —The Misses SUPPLES Pupils will re-assemble on MONDAY, 21st January, 1878. M RS- MITCHELL'S Singing Lessons will re-commence on WEDNESDAY, 23rd instant. The Juvenile Class at 4 p.m., and the usual Adult Class at 7-30 on Friday, 25th. MIS S VAUGHAN TEACHER OF THE PIANOFORTE, Parnell. Terms on application. OANS" SOUCI, EMILY PLACE. Mrs. Sh'ayle George's Pupils will resume their Studies on Monday, the 28th inst. The Quarter Days for the ensuing year are the 28th January, 22nd April, Bth July, and the Ist October. MR. BEALE, Professor of Music, continues to give Lessons on the Piano forte, Violin, Singing, and Harmony.—Grafton Road. Commences on January 21. MR F. B. WOOD HA M, TEACHER OF THE PIANOFORTE AND HARMONIUM. Address:—Care of Messrs. J. Brown & Sons, Pianoforte Warehonse, Shortland-street. N.B.—Evening instruction to Gentlemen. A UCKLAND MODEL TRAINING J\. SCHOOL (In union with the " Society of Arts," London), CHORAL HALL, SYMONDS-STREET. Head Masters :' Mr. JOSIAH MARTIN ("Society of Arts"). Mr. G. WARING WEBB (Hoidelberg Univor sity(, from Public Training School, Sydney, N.S.W. School of Art—Mß KENNETH WATKINS, Artist. School will Re-open on MOND 4 V, Jan. 28. Evening Classes will be formed for French. German, Latin, Mathematics, Drawing aud Designs, Arithmetic, &c. For particulars apply at the School on and after 17th inst. TVTATCHES, CLOCKS, JEWELLERY A. G. BARTLETT. [Established Fifteen Years.] To ensure a sound durable LEVER WATCH. try A. G. BARTLETT, whose practical know ledge of Manufacturing Good AVatches, and many years connection with the Trade, enables him to offer for sale Watches equal to the best London houses. WATCHES, -by Thos. Russell and Sons, Guaranteed. WATCHES, Gold and Silver Geneva, Guaran teed. English Hall and Bracket Clocks. Jewellery, Gold Chains. Lockets, Studs, Dress Rings, Silver and Jet Goods. Watches properly repaired and adjusted. Chronometers repaired and rated by Transit observation. A. G. BARTLETT, CHRONOMETER. WATCHMAKER, AND JEWELLER, QUEEN-STREET, Opposite the Bank ofJJNew Zealand. S~\ IS" SALE DUFFIELD'S ADELAIDE FLOUR. IN LOTS TO SUIT PURCHASERS. D. H. McKENZIE. December 3, 1877. JOHN f^OPPET, HOUSE, LAND, . AND GENERAL COMMISSION AGENT, Has always on Sale or Lease, Large Tracts of COUNTRY LANDS, suitable for either Sheep or Cattle Runs. CULTIVATED FARMS, PARTLY IMPROVED FARMS, HOUSES, COTTAGES, And a arreat number of choice BUILDIN SITES, both in the Town and Suburbs. All of which can be deait with on most reaso able terms. NO. 8, QUEEN-STREET, Auckland. Also, Agent for Mr w.,E; Carter's Waikat ' Parcels DELiysSiir, and Booking of Pas. •;.'.'saagOTs-' ' ' ' v • xr* iKk fk i vat c sale TciTGipSE Partnership Accounts. ■iJiTt* -Business hitherto conducted by Messrs. KSVIL.& Smith, in Freeman's Bay, situated upon the new Harbour Board Reclamations, and with water frontage to the Waitemata Harbour, together with two-storey Building erected thereon, and Machinery (complete) in first-class working order,, consists of on.c 15 n-P- Horizon tal Engine ah^'^TttmtXai'' Boiler, 'self-acting BreakJng-downAadCirculairSa'wingMaohiiiery, and complete? Stock of Saws, Belts, &c.; Wood and Iroa Lathes,l^aul;iip Gear, 'limber, Jacks, &F«?pW*feulatt'B,pply to Messrs. REVIL and SMITHy lipon the- premises; or to Messrs. MASEFff^-D & Co., Albert Iron Foundry. I >-■;-!>;* WHC' - ■' • %, .\\£ y-fi* • "I*. ' ■ (■■' I f f 4.1 ri>! - ;|j, A T -sf O A t/'S; i /?!?« -an i 4 • hSV'-! ?" ON .SALE BY . r j?iT. H. HALL & CO. TTAMILTON, WAIKATO. SANDES & CO., CHEMISTS AND DRUGGISTS, Have always on Stock a complete assortmen of Drugs, ' Chemicals, Perfumery, Toilet Requisites, Horse and Cattle Medicines, &c, &c, &o. Stationery, Tobacco, Cut Tobacco, Fancy Goods, &c, in endless variety. US' Agent: Auckland Evbnins Star. RIGINAL BLUE POST BOARDING HOUSE AND RESTAURANT, Victoria-street East, Auckland. The Proprietor begs to inform all former patrons that this favourite old resort is NOW OPEN. . '• ■ . New and substantial Premises have been erected regardless of expense, containing excel lent Sitting and Bedrooms, which will be found furnished with due regard to comfort and con- N.B.—A Free Express will meet the Waikato Trains, to convey Passengers and Luggage to the above house- CHAELES VEITH .



RC. GREEN WOO D , valua^^e^n^^S Inß general commission agent. MARKET HOUSE, Auckland. For Sale, a new 5 roomed House, at Mount Eden ; lar£?e allotment, 66 x 130 feet; wall, fence, planted with trees; land has all been trenched.; freehold. Price, £300. Terms easy. For Sale, 1-roomed Cottatre. verandah, good Stable, large allotment, C6 x 100 feet, situate in Haokot-street, Ponsonby. Price, £250. Terms, £60 cash ; balance, 12s. 6d. per week. . .Kor Sale, a new Cottage, bay window, nicely furnished, together with over an acre of rich volcanic soil, cood garden and orchard, planted. with choice trees and shrubs, situateat Mount Rosldll. Price, £200. For Sale, choice Allotments at Mount Itden, suitable for building sites, market gardens, &c. Price, low. Terms, '20 % cash ; balance can remain at 6%. ~. , For Sale, choice Allotments at Mount Albert (from 1 to 15 acres), good soil, suitable for villa residences or market gardens, and close to the proposed railway station. Terms, 25 % cash; balance, for a term of years, at 8 %. For Sale, a Desirable Farm of 50 acres, 3J miles from town, sjood house and out-buildings, rich soil, stone-wall fencing, Railway Station on the land; some of the laud will cut up into valuable building sites. Price low. Terms -■.iFor Sale, several Runs on the East Coast, from 1.000 to 20,000 acres, all rich land, and on favourable terms. For Sale. 73 ncres of Land near the Lake, North Shore. Price, £2 per acre. For Sale, 113 acres of Rich Soil at Bombay Settlement, splendid bush. 10 acres felled, land well watered with running streams. Price, £210. Terms easy. For Sale, deveral Hote's in town and country. Assistance given to intending purchasers if a Small Farm, within 10 miles of Auckland. Price, about £200. R. C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer, Mouse, Land, and Estate Agent, Market House, Auckland. -fif aITh ton and son, JUL« HOUSE LAND, & ESTATE AGENTS, S, New Zealand Insurance Buildings, QtJEEN-STREET, AUCKLAND. FOR SALE, TO BE LET OR SOLD, a corner allotment od the main road in the centre of the Pukekohe District, and close to the Railway Station, with Dwelling-house, General Store, Butcher's Shop, Outbuildings, &c, suitable for doing a large trade, and four acres of good grass. The whole of the. property securely fenced, and subdivided by a 3 and 4-rail fence. ,-»_,, ARARIMU.—4O acres of Land in the Parish of Ararimu, _ , , GRAFTON ROAD.—A Comfortable Verandah Cottage, with 'arge allotment, situated in the best part of the Graf ton Rood. Good view and healthy situation. Can be sold cheap. A substantially-built Seven-roomed Verandah Cottage, with outer Kitchen, Store-room. Tanks, Garden, and every convenience for a family ; allotment, 36 feet frontage, by 119 feet deep. This House is fur nished, and the owner is desirous of selling House and Furniture together as it stands. Fuither particulars can be obtoinedupon appli cation to H. Ashton and Son. ELLIOTT & ALBERT-STREETS.—A Free hold Property, having a frontage of 30 feet each to Ellitt'and Albert-streets, with a depth of 215 feet, with Cottages erected therhon, now bringing in a large rental. A good investment in the heart of the city. GREAT SOUTH ROAD—7-roomed Verandah Cottaore. with an acre of Land in grass. NORTH SHORE.—Land at Hellger's Creek, with large water fronage. Several Allotments in City and Suburbs. TO BE LET :— GRaFTON ROAD.—The Hermitage, a com fortable Cottage, with Garden. Rent, £2 5s per calendar month. , BRIGHTON—A 7-roomed Cottage, Brighton Road, next door to the residence of R. Wood, Esq. OKOS^-STREET, NEWTON.-Two Four roome-l Jot.tasres. GREAT SOUTH ROAD.—Seven-roomed Cot tage with Veraddah, an acre of land attached, situated near Junction Hotel. CUSTOM-HOUSE-STREET.— Large andcom mo^ious Stores in Custom-house-street. The Cellars have been asphalted, and are dry and rat-proof. m , _ Several Small Properties in Town and Country both for sale and to let. TO BE LET, Queen-street, No. 7, now in the occupation of H. Gilfillan, Esq., a Large Store, three stories and cellar, suitable for Wholesale Business.—H. Ash ton and Son, House, Land, and Estate Agents, No. 8, New Zealand Insurance Buildings." H. ASHTON & SON, House, Land, and Estate Agents, No. 8, New Zealand Insurance Buildings. T>ONSONBY HIGHWAY DISTRICT. JN OTIC E. A Special Meeting of th« Ratepayers of the above District is hereby convened to be hem at Ponsonby Hall, on FRIDAY, the Ist February, 1878, at 7.30 p.m. , . ..... . Business: To cousider the advisability of raising money byway of loan on the security of the rates of the District,ur>der the authority and by virtue of Part 3 of the Highways Act,1874, for the purpose of constructing Public Works the District. . A proposal to authorise the borrowing oi money for the above purpose will be submitted to the Meeting. By order of the Board. wmthornEi Chairman. Ponsonby, January 11,1578. UNION FIRE AND MARINE IN SURANCE COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. Shareholders are hereby reminded that in accordance with the terms of Articles of Association, a'Call of Two Shillings and.Six pence per Share on Shares standing in their names in the Books of this Company on this day's da*e will be due on Ist February next, nayable at the Union Bank of Australia, Auck land. All overdue Calls will be charged inte rest at the rate of Fifteen per cent per annum until such timers £hey «»^ kEABBBi General Manager. Christchnrch. Ist January. 1878. /I HE A P TOMBSTONES CHEAP IRON TOMB-RAILS. TAIT BROS., MARBLE, STONE, AND TOMB RAIL WORKS, Lome-street, Auckland. Designs and Prices sent post free. All work guaranteed. Give us a call before purchasing elsewhere. INSURANCE COMPANIES' ASSOCIATION. i Insurers are cautioned that farther Insurances •' effected on Buildings or their Contents must be ; by Endorsement on Policies. ! Byofder \ HENRY GILFILLAN, Hon. Secretary. Auckland, January 14,1878. A' N EXHIBITION of Needlework, &c, by the Children of the Lake, Stokes Point, and Devonport Schools, will be held at the Lake Catholic College on THURSDAY. January 24. Prices for excellence of work and good conduct, will be given to the children by Mrs Whitaker. Each child present will receive a Gift. Parents and friends are requested to encourage the children by their presence. Doors open at 12 o'clock. Admission—Adults, 6d; Children, Free- Conveyances will rnn i from Mr O. May's Residence every two hours to and from the Lake. pATfANISED IRON WORKS. %A S. PARKER, MANUFACTURER of GALVANIZED IRON RTDGING, SPOUTING, PIPING, And all kinds of Sheet Iron and . Zinc Work. CORRUGATED IRON TANKS on Hand, Made to Order, at th&Works, Wellesley-street. Plumbing Work in every Branch of the Trade. Gasfltting of every style done at shortest notice. Experienced Workmen sent to any part of the Country. S. PARKER has erected first-class machinery, and having completed all* nis arrangements for manufacturing, is in a position promptly to , .execute all orders. List of Pricea forwarded upon application. Orders per coach, train, carrier, or coasting vessel, receive immediate attention. S. PARKER, Licensed Plumber for Auckla Waterworks, wkllesley-street. ATTnTCT.AVTJ. : vriXEY'S BLA 13 k K LEAD. i "Cleanliness." W. G. Nixey's Refined Black Lead is the L cheapest and best for polishing Stoves and all • kinds of Ironwork equal to Burnished Steel, without waste or dust. In Id., 2d., and 4d. i Blocks, and Is. Boxes. Caution.- There are i several imitations. Sold everywhere by all Shopkeepers. — Counting House: 12, Soho Square, London.



THEATRE ROYAL. Proprietor _ R J. Do Lias. GLORIOUS SUCCESS ov LEVY! Ana the GRANDEST CONCERT COIIPANTJ that ever visited Auckland. PROGRAMME FOR THIS EVENIN G :— Part I. Grand Fantasia, " The Bride of I.ammermoor, Scotch (Giorzn.)— Signor Giorza. Duet. " &weet is the Dream" (Campana)—MlSS Pitts and Signor Rosnati. Song, "Out on the Rocks" English (Sainton- Dolby)—Miss Pitts. Aria " Stella Confidante"— Sig. Rosnati. Song, *' She Wancler'd Down the Mountain Side (Clay)— Mrs. Levy. Cornet Solo. German Air, -with variations, iJu Dv" (Levy)—LEVY. Trio, "Bine Bells of Scotland-Mrs. Levy, Miss Pitts, and Signoi* Rosnati. Interval of Ten Minutes.; Part 11. Duet, "Dimmiche ami" (Campana) -Mrs. Levy and Signor Rosnati. „„ , T , , . £*ong, " Silver Threads among the Gold (Danks) —-LEVY Ballad, "Five o'clock in the Morning" (Claribel) Typßs Levy Grand Transcription from Wagner's Gmnd Opera " Lohengrin" (Giorza)-SiGNOR GiORZa. Song, "II Segreto" (Donizetti)-Miss Pitts. Ballad, " You'll Remember Me" English (Balie) —Sig. Rosnati , _ „_.«,. Cornet Solo, " Kaust Waltz" (Gounod)—LEVY. Trio, "I'm not the Queen" (Balfe)—Mrs. Levy, Miss Pitts, and Signor Rosnati. " God Save the Queen !"— Sigxor Giokza. Entire Change of Programme TO.-MOKROYV (Tuesday). Dress Circle, 55.; Orchestra Stalls (Reserved), 45.; Stalls, 35.; Pit,2s. THE GREAT WAXWORKS EXHIBITION Now open next door to the Union Bank of Aus tralia, Queen-street One of the Most Brilliant Collections of Figures ever Exhibited, comprising Royalty, States men, Philanthropists, Heroes, Nove lists, &c. &c. Admission : One Shilling ; Children, half price. OP^from IQa-gUgMOf-g.^ H E A T R E R~O V A L. Proprietor .. .. R. J. DeLias. Director .. . Signor G. Cesari. ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA COMPANY. GRAND FASHIONABLE SEASON OP EIGHTEEN NIGHTS, Commencing about FRIDAY, IST FEBRUARY, 1878. This Company, which has completed a brilliant Season in Melbourne, and is at present playing to crowded houses in Wellington, has made the tour of Europe, and comprises forty members, among which are some of the Leading Artistes of the World. Subscription List now open at Messrs. v pton and Co.'s, where full particulars can be obtained. O. NOBILT, Agent. H O R A L HALL, UNITED EVANGELISTIC COMMITTEE. AN EVANGELISTIC ADDRESS Will be delivered THIS EVENING, BY REV. DR. JOMERVILLE. v Doors open at a quarter to Seven; to com mence at half-past Seven. NO TICKETS. ALL ARE INVITED. A Collection will be made towards defraying the expenses of these Services. Mr.JW. F. Somerville, assisted by the Choir, will conduct the Service of Song. ALLAN W. WEBB, I Joint T. BUDDLE, J Hon. Sees. United Evangelistic Committee CHRISTIAN CONVENTION. A CONVENTION OF MINISTERS, - OFFICE-BEARERS, AND CHRISTIAN WORKERS, Will be held in the CHORAL HALL, TO-MORROW (vuesday), JAN. 22, FEOM 11 A.M. TO 4 P.M. REV DR. 'SOMERVILLE Will Preside. Programme :— 11-12—Subject:»" Praise and Promise." Intro duced by the Yen. Archdeacon Maunsell. 12—1—"How to Make Religious Meetings Interesting." Introduced by Rev. W. J. Williams. SPECIAL PRAYER, by Rev. A. W. Webb. Interval 1 to 1.30. 1.30-3—" How to Turn the Present Oppor tunity to the Utmost Advantage for Town and Country." Introduced by- Revs. R. F. Macnicol and D. Dutton, F.R.A.S. 34—ADDRESS, by Rev. Dr. Somerville. Mr. W. F. Somerville, assisted by the Choir, will conduct the Service of Song. It is desirable that the remarks shall be practical in their character. The introducers of the subjects allowed ten minutes, other speakers five minutes- Visitors unable to be present during the whole • t Of the proceedings, will please enter or depart,. only at the hours specified above. Arrangements have been made for the supply of Refreshments at a moderate price. ALLAN W. WHRB, 1 Joint T. BUDDLE, .J Hon Sees:. TT NIT ED EVANGELISTIC \J COMMITTEE. The Committee invites Voluntary Contribu tions towards defraying the expenses attendnnt upon Rev. Dr. Somerville's mission. These are confined to local expenses, such as the rent of ' the hall, printing, and advertising. Subscriptions will be received, and duly acknowledged, by the Hon. Treasurers, Messrs. F. Larkms and Charles Major, the Daily Papers, any member of the Committee, or the under signed. ALLAN W. WEBB. I Joint g| THOS. BUDDLE, j Hon. Sees. JN O. C. CL O U GH, MASEFIELD'S BLILDINGS, Albert-street, Violinist, Teacher of the Violin, Viola, and Oboe, DRAMATIC LEADER, ETC. Brass and String Bands tanght, nnd Musica Pieces effectively arranged for the same for any instrumentation or number of performers. Concerts, Balls, and Quadrille Parties attended. TZ'AIPARA-PUNUI RAILWAY. No. 7, Station Buildings Contract. Public Works Office, Auckland, 15th January, 1878. WRITTEN TENDERS will be received at this Office until noon of WEDNESDAY, 30th January, 1878, for the Erection of a Manager's House at Helensville. Plans, specifications, and conditions, can be seen at this office. The lowest or any tender not necessarilly accepted. JAMES STEWART, District Engineer. TR. G I L L M A N, • CHEMIST and DRUGGIST, Onehunga, Begs to return his sincere thanks to the inhabit a«ts of Onehunga, and surrounding districts, for their liberal support and confidence during the past ten years ; and believing the favours so long conferred will still be continued he has made arrangements for continuation of Lease at a reduced rate, and has also largely increased his STOCK of MEDICINES, enabling him promptly to meet all demands. Direct supplies of the Purest Drugs and Chpmicals will in future be received from the first English Whole sale Houses for cash. Business hours, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.," Satur days 10p.m.; but in caspp of necessity, atttii'i ance will be. given, as hitherto, at any hour dnring the night, or on Sundays.