Major Mason were on the spot ve^y shortly after the alarm w»s given.

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Melbourne Races

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SYDNEY, 1 his day. First King is scratched from all engage ments. , Vulcan, Eoodee, and Soothsayer are scratched for the Derby. The Suez mail has arrived. Passengers for Dunedin -.—Mrs Lyell Grant and servants.

TO-DAY'S RACES.

CHESTER WINS MELBOURNE STAKES.

The races commenced to-day. The Melbourne Stakes resulted :— Chester ! Cap-a-pie 2 Device ••• 3 [The other entries were The Vagabond, Zambezi, Swiveller, Pride of the Vale, and First King.] Kush refuses to row Laycoclc.

Latest from Sew Caledonia.

ATTACK ON THE HOSPITAL.

THE PLACE BURNED

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SYDNEY, this day. Another attack has been made by rebels on Bourail Hospital, which was burnt. The natives retired, with considerable loss. The revolt is unsurpassed. The troops inadequate. General Trenlain telegraphs that £2,500^ will be given for a fornightly mail or cable between Noumea and Gladstone, Queen's* land.

RETURN OF THE AUCKLAND MEMBERS.

The General Government steamer Hinemoa arrived outside the Manukau Heads at ten o'clock this morning, with a number of the Auckland members of the Legislative Council and House of Representatives. After waiting some time, the LaJla Itookh arrived, and sounded the bar. The ■depth of water being sufficient, the Hinemoa crossed the bar, and •anchored opposite Muddy Creek, where she transferred her passengers into the Lalla Rookh. The latter vessel arrived at Onehunga Wharf shortly after noon, and the passengers came on at once in a special train, reaching town at two o'clock this afternoon. The following are the names of the passengers : —Hon. Colonel Kenny, M.L.C.; Hon. Mr Chamberlain, M.L.C., and Mrs Chamberlain; G. M. O'RorkeEsq., M.H.R.; P. Dignan Esq., M.H.R.; F. J. Moss, Esq., M.H.R. ; Tawhiti, Esq., M.H.R.; W. Swanson, Esq., M.H.R.,; R. Hobbs, Esq., M.H.R. ; Dr. Wallis. M.H.R. ; J. S. Macfarlane, Esq., M.H.R. • and Mr 0. O. Montrose.

DPARLIAMENTARY

FBOM OUR SPECIALREPORTE

(BY STAR SPECIAL WIRE)

WELLINGTON, this day

CLOSE OF THE SESSION.

The House met yesterday morning at 11, and sat at intervals for a total of some two hours. No substantial business was trans acted, the whole time being occupied in re ceiving and agreeing to varioua messages from the Legislative Council, and at 2 30 the House adjourned until 12 to-day (Saturday) for the prorogation, with the usual formal ities. DEPARTURE OF ROTORUA. At 6.30 the Rotorua left the wharf,' hav ing on board the Attorney-General, and Messrs Bowen, Pyke, Montgomery, and several other members. A number having left late the previous night by theHinemoa, there was very few remaining, and those of the quieter sort. The scene in the lobbies late on Thursday night was very amusing, stentorian lungs shouting to the tune of the " Wearing of the Green," while soda-water was in great demand. ' MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS. The managers of .the free Conference on the subject of the Municipal Corporations Act Amendment Bill recommended the following amendments : —That Clause 15 stands as follows : " No waste lauds of the Crown shall be reserved or granted under the provisions of sections 350 and 351 of the said Act to the Corporation of any Borough created after the passing of this Act, or to any Borough to which any waste lands of the Crown have already been granted under the provisions of the said Act." That Clauses 33 and 36 be erased. That Clause 37 stand :is follows :- Section 345 of the said Act is amended by the omission of the words "or ordinance," and the words "or any provincial legislature." That clause 32 stand as follows :—"Section 333 is amended by adding thereto the fol lowing words." " The Council may, by bye-laws to be made as provided by the said Act, provide that meat to be consumed in such borough shall not be sold or exposed fer sale until inspected by an inspector, to be appointed by the Council, and may prose cute ; penalties for breaches of any bye-laws made under this enactment not exceeding £10 for one offence. Tno Prorogation- The House met at noon. The Speaker read the schedule of business during the session, after which members repaired to the Legislative Council, where Parliament was formally prorogued by Commission to the 14th January next. The Commission con sisted of the Hon. Major Richmond, Sir Dillon Bell, and the Hon. Colonel Whit more. Twenty-three members of the House of Representatives were present. AU6KLAND PETITIONS. Petition of Francis Connelly, stating he was only awarded 40 acres of land as a discharged soldier, and was entitled to 60.—N0 recommenda tion. Petition of James McCormick, praying to be •allowed land as a Volunteer. Owing to illness, he had not served the full term, but completed it subsequently. In consequence of the Act of 1876 he was deprived of his land.—The com mittee is of opinion that rights for claims to re mission certificates on completion of five years as a "Volunteer, and which had been partially completed before the Wasto Lands Administra tion Act, 1876, was brought into operation should be maintained, and not limited to the three years' service already given, as provided by the said Act, and that the Government be recom mended to give effect to this resolution. Petition from S. J. Edmonds, praying com pensation for the destruction of his cattle by rebel natives —The committee considered that fair compensation should be given for direct loss sustained through, the acts of rebel natives, but gives no opinion on this case. Petition of Michael Hamilton, praying land as a discharged soldier.—No recommendation. Petition from residents for the construction of railway-station at Kennerman's Township.—No recommendation.

Petition from J. B. Charlton, praying com pensation for loss caused by the rebel natives. —Decision same a3 in the case of S. J. Kdmonds.

Petition from J. Wheeler, re non-fulfilment of timber contract by the Government.—Recom mended that the contract be carried out. Petition from Wm. Holland for a grant of land as a discharged soldier.—No recommen dation. Petition from Robort Atkinson, who had been dismissed from the Customs Department, pray ing that his case might be re-considered.—The committee was of opinion that Atkinson had been sufficiently punished, and might be there fore be employed in some other branch of the Government service.

Petition from W. trarrick, praying compensa tion for injuries received -while interfering to ■/prevent an assault Qby^itwo volunteers on a

sentry of the 11th Keglment.—Enquiry recom mend- *, and compensation if considered proper.

Petition from J. Laney, praying that the report of a former committee be acted upon.—The committ;e s°-w no reason to alter their former report.

Petition from E. Lambort, re his discharge from the Militia.—No recommendation.

Petitions from Charles Drumgool and John Carrol in reference to payments for timber con tracts.—No recommendation.

Fire at Mongonui.

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(From our own Correspondent.)

MONGONUI. this day. Mr Nicholson's house, occupied by Mr Gillott, as a dwelling-house and carpenter's shop, was burnt down this morning. Nothing was saved. It was uninsured.

POLICE COURT.—This Day.

(Before R. C. Barstow, Esq., R.U.) Intoxicated.—Robert Sargent and William Daveron pleaded guilty to being drunk last night, and were fined 5s each.

Ashaxtlti-vg a Wife.—George Wardell was brought up on a charge of violently assaulting his wifa with a brass candlestick, and cutting her; also, with using obscene language within the hearing of persons passing.—The wife exhibited her face to the Court, which showed marks of terrible ill-usage, and the evidence showed that prisoner had given way to habit 3of intemperance lately.—Prisoner said he was very sorry for what he hid done. It was done under great provocation. —Constable Jones deposed to being sent for, and found the prisoner in a state of intoxication, and Mrs Wardell covered with blood proceeding from a fearfully cut eye. His language was very bad, and heard by persons in the road.—Prisoner said the language wai used in his own house.—Sub-Inspector Pardy said that was true, but it was heard, neverthe less, at a considerable distance from the house.— His Worship characterised the assnxilt as a brutal one, and sentenced Wardell to three months' imprisonment with hard labour.

FATHER NIVARD IN CHINA.

The following interesting letter has just been received from the K«v. Father Nivard, late of the Thames. It is dated '"Chefoo, Shantung1, China, August 27, 1878. My dear Mr Landers, - The day before yesterday I with pleasure received your kind letter of the 4th of June, with £26 03 6d, a gift sent to me by dear friends of mine nt the Thames, and whose names I have with delight seen in the list joined to your letter by my friend Mr Foy. I cannot express in words how welcome and gratifying to me that donation ia. It is a sure, real sign that several people continue to remember me with affection; lam sure also, that, as you say, if the Thame9 had not been so dull many others who appeared to be very friendly tome, and whom I. on my part, re-nember still very well, whilst I was amongst you, would have also scut me something as a remembrance; but I suppose some must have become too poor to do so ; many others must have left the place, and besides oE others the proverb says ' Out of sight out of m'nd.' But, my dear friend, 1 beg of you to tell all my benefactors that their present is very welcome, becauße 4 l should not be ashamed to say that it is a great alms to a very poor missionary, as lam in fact, and that it will be used in a good manner. Assure them that I never forget to pray for them, and for all Hiy other ancient parishioners of the Thames. I hope we all shall meet again in the joy of heaven. I cannot write my heartfelt thanks to each of them, because the letter carriage is too costly, but I hope you will be able to make known my grateful sentiments to everyone of them. I received your letter with the donation whilst lying sick in bed through a fearful attack. on the night of the 23rd instaut, of vomiting and diarrhoea, that I thought I was going into the other world. But God "would not have me yet. for lam unworthy; and thus, through the skill of a good doctor, after nine hours of great suffer ing, I was all right again, but very weak. I remained two days in bed. To-day I got up, and I am able to answer your amiable letter. So. you see, I have had a snort illness, which, I believe, was caused by the awful heat we have had these two last months. Soon the autumn will commence, and it is a very agreeable season here ; so is the spring; but summer is very hot and winter very cold. Some time ago I wrots to Capt. Fraser, 11. M., and to Mr Foy, about the famine still ravaging the weat of this large province. I hope they have received my letters, and got some alms for those dying of hunger. "We have a good deal of almß from the ports of China, from Europe, &c to relieve the famished; but they are co many that those alms are by far not sufficient to relieve all, so that many are dead and die of hunger. May the will of God be done. What you say of my poor person I take it as a compliment; and I thank you for your goodwill, and also for the goodwill of others; but I think that my Superior General would not send me back alone, after I, with my other Franciscan Brothers, have been expelled, as you know, from your shores in a way that was vety far from just or right. Beside", I belong altogether to the Shantung mission, and I am nnder the authority of the Propaganda; and, I must say, very happy on the whole, because lam loved by my bishop (who is an excellent good gentleman), by my fellow priests, and by those who know me. I am poor, but that I don't count; other priests, more worthy, were poor before me; and waa not Christ poor? Yet, if sent. I would gladly go back to New Zealand. The crops here in Chefoo are very good this.year. My best love to all my friends. Pray for me.—Yours most affectionately. Nivard Jgubdan, Catholic Priest, O.S.F"

OUR VOLUNTEERS.

To the Editor: Sir,—On military matters perhaps it is usual for the press to refrain from commenting, but the case which has cropped up in the Victoria Company of Kifle Volunteers between the officer commanding and part of his company ought, I think, to be brought to light. a. number of the members of the company requested their officer to call a meeting to enquire into affairs connected with the corps, and sent a respectfully-worded petition, request ing him to call a meeting of the company. Inatead of doing so, he treated the petition •with contempt, and called a special parade under arms, when the members did not dare to open their mouths. Then a letter was written to officers of other companies, stating there was a conspiracy in his company, and that a notice was sent to Wellington by the. Commanding Officer of the district to that effect. Sorely a court of enquiry should be called by the military authorities into these matters. No corps of British soldiers would be allowed to have con spirators in their ranks, let alone the citizen soldiers, who have sworn true allegiance to Her Majesty, and are the only trained army to pro tect us from foreign fops.

FANCY DRESS BALL AT PONSONBY.

Thk Ponsonby rinklng season closed last evening, with a grand fancy dress ball in the Ponsonby Hall, which was carried on to its termination in the most satisfactory manner. Mr W. B. Taylor filled the office of secretary to the committee, consisting of the following gentlemen :—Capt. J. H. R. Harrison, Mr C. A. Harris, Drs. Dawson and Bayntun, Messrs G. Cruickshank, T. T. Masefield, Jas. Stodart, G. Dunnet, W. W. Gudgeon, W. F. Jones, W. B. Taylor, S. E. Hughes. The hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion. The ball was opened shortly after .9 o'clock, and was kept up till dawn of day. An excellent spread was provided, and the Master of Ceremonies was fully equal.to his duties. "A Visitor" sends in the following notes from the gallery : —"The Ponsonby Hall presented a very pretty sight last night. On entering the room just as the dancers were in the middle of a set of Parisian quadrilles, I was surprised by the pretty effect of the varied dresses, and later on, when the room was much fuller, with a fair companion, I gazed on the scene from the gallery, and could not help feeling sorry my waltzing days were over as I watched the many couples floating round to the capital music of Messrs Turrell and McComish. The arrangements were capital, and great credit is due to the excellent manner in which the committee carried out their arrangemennts, but I've heard they always do these things well at Ponsonby. With regard to the costumes, which, no doubt, have caused the ladies many sleepless nights and thoughtful days to construct, it is need less to say that from the tall Britannia to "La petite vivandiere" in blue andsilver, all were pretty. Diana, Portia, Stella, Night, Egyptian Princess, the Huntress, Gipsy Queen, Dutch Floweigirl, La Luna, the Huntress of the Mississippi, Snowstorm, Folly, Continental and Irish peasants were prettily represented. A Greek, a Spanish, and au Indian dress, each very tastefully made, appeared to me above the. average of fancy dresses, and suited the wearers ad mirably. " A cup of tea" was, I think, the greatest novelty in dresses, made of dark material, and trimmed with miniature cups, plates, a teapot, spoons, etc. Amongst the gentlemen military and naval uniforms predominated, with perhaps the exeception of the sombre evening dress, which. only enhanced the brightness of the fancy costumes. Many of the characters names I did not hear, but I think I recognised Sir Peter Teazle, a Fijian Chief, Sambo, Matador, Jockeys, a Huntsman, and Cricketers, who looked particularly cool and comfortable, considering the heat of the weather. But all good things have an end ; so had the programme, which, good as it was, I question whether any one would have cared to dance it through again."

MISS AMY SHERWIN AT THE THEATRE ROYAL.

Miss Amy Sherwin, the eminent star prima donna assoluta, will appear this evening in the Theatre Royal, in connection with her fourth grand concert. The pro gramme for this evening is very attractive Miss .Sherwin taking the lead with a number of choice ballads, and selections from great composers. • She will sing " Casta Diva," from " Norma" (Bellini) and the grand duo, " Mira o Norma ;" also' the beautiful ballad, "Birdie;" the music aud words by Mr Martin Swallow, pro fessor of music; also, a scene from " Lucia." Miss Eva Davenport will assist with the "Goat Bells," aud "I wish mamma was here." Signor Pompei will appear in character in a favourite representation. Mr Harding will sing " Will o' the Wisp." Mr D. Cope will give a violin solo. Miss Sherwin will perform the grand walking scene in Sonnambula, and the whole will conclude with the National Anthem by the orchestra and company.

KARANGAHAPE RATEPAYERS.

A mekting of the ratepayers of the Karanga hape Highway District was held last evening, in the Newton Hall, for the purpose of electing a trustee in the place of Mr F. Cherry, resigned. There was a large attendance, aud Mr J. Warren occupied the chair.

The usual preliminary business having been transacted,

Mr Garrett inquired the reason of Mr Cherry's resignation.

Mr Cherry paid for some time pa^it he had been subjected to more insults and abuse than in the last 20 years. He had been denied access to the vouchers and accounts. Large amounts of money had been expended, of which no account was given, and the accounts submitted at the last annual meeting, '['ho chairman undertook works on his own responsibility, and the appointment of Mr I3uke, as Inspector of Nuisances, was not authorised by the meetings ot the Board. Mr Cherry ma.de a general attack on tne members of the Board and their actions.

Mr Warren a9ked that another chairman might be appointed, in order to give him an opportunity to reply, and Dr Purchas was voted to the position. Mr O. Mahon denied that the acoounts had been " cooked," and warned Mr Cherry against reiterating such sratnments.

Mr J. W)irren denied the accusations thrown ouc by Mr Cherry, and referred at some length to the charges made. Mr E. W. Morrison said the statement made by Mr Cherry was merely a tissue of falsehoods.

Some further discussion took place, and the meeting then rroceded to the transaction of the business for which it had been convened.

A number of nominations were made, but only three consented to stand. The poll re sulted : Rosser, 33 : Lambourne, 21; Burns, 7. Mr C. Rosser having been declared duly elected, the meeting terminated with a vote of thanks to the chairman.

TELEGRAPHIC.

(From Our Own Correspondent.)

RUSSELL, this day. Arrivals — Elsinore, Magic, Gem, Mariner, Policeman. Sailed — Julia Price, Christina.

GKAHAMSTOWN, this dhy. A GRAVE CHARGK AGAINST A

GOVERNMENT OFFICER

Considerable consternation was created here to-day when it was known that information had been laid against a Government officer on 8 charge of criminally assaulting a lifcile girl, 11 years old, the daughter of Mrs McGregor, in Davey-street. THE KARAKA TUNNEL.

A largely attended meeting of those interested in the Karaka tunnel scheme was held last night, the Mayor in the chair. Mr Otto, the leading promoter, stated that it was proposed to make a tunnel from Karaka Creek to Tararu Creek and through the hills. It would be two miles long anrt half-a-miie wide, and comprise 610 acres of ground, which is known to contain a large number of reefs of a highly auriferous character, and which would be intersected by the tunnel, which will employ all the surplus labour. The following resolution wa3 agreed to : i" I hat this meeting approves the formation of a Company for prospecting, in accordance with the proposal that the following persons be a committee to drawupareuort to be presented at an adjeurned meeting: Dr Kilgour (Mayor), Messrs Murray, Otto, Urodie, Aitken, James Mackay, R. Graham, and .J. Renehaw. CRUSHING*.

The Queen of Beauty cleaned up for the fortnight for a splendid yield of 600 ozs go\6L Waiotahi.—The monthly crushing came to 192J ozs from 200 tons.

COROMANDEL, this day. MINING NEWS.

Bonanza Company—First trial crushing from the cap of the reef at the Corby battery gave 3 ozs. 18 dwts. from 12 tons. This is payable, but no more will be taken out until the reef is cut at the 40 feet level from the shaft, which will be effected in a day or two, when the manager reports from certain indications in the country he expects to find heavy gold.

SOUTHERN TELEGRAMS.

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GISBORNE, this day. EARTHQUAKE SHOCK. A sharp shock of earthquake was felt at Poverty Bay this morning at about 1.30.

(PEESS AGENCY)

CHRISTCHURCH, this day.

It is said that Mr Rolleston will not offer himself for re-election as a County Coun cillor. Among the prizes offered at the Northern Agricultural Show was one for the best kept farm. There were four entries. The judges have not yet arrived at a decision. SAILORS' HOME. At yesterday's meeting of the Harbour Board, Mr Cunningham gave notice that he wonld move at a future sitting that £500 should be voted towards the establishment of a Sailors Home. It was stated that one member of the Board was willing to give £500.

WELLINGTON, this day,

NEW EXECUTIVE COUNCILLOR. A " Gazette" notice published this after noon announces that John Nathaniel Wilson, Esq., has been appointed a mem ber of tha Executive Council of New Zealand. TAIAROA'S PASSENGERS. Sailed. Taiaroa, for Nelson and the North, at 2 p.m. Passengers :—Messrs Turner, Jacka, Brown, Trood, Mr and Mrs Roberts and child, Miss Jackson, and Messrs Edwards and Fraser. THE LADY JOCELYN. She ship Lady Jocelyn, from Auckland, arrived at Melbourne on the 22nd. She experienced very heavy gales. LAND COMPANY. The first general meeting of the Northern Land, Loan and Building Company of Wellington, has been held. The report showed that the profits arising from the transactions of the past nine mouths amount to £2,574, which, after payment of cost ot forming the company and all current work ing expenses leaves a profit of 13s 3d per share. The directors suggest that the capital be increased. The report was agreed to. THE HOLIDAY. The Prince of Wales birthday celebration will be observed as a bank holiday on the 11th instant throughout the colony, except in the Provincial Districts of Canterbury and Auck land. In the former it is to be on the 9th, and the Provincial District of Auckland on the 13th. That is to say the holidays are to be proclaimed under the Bank Holidays Act for those days respectively.

——— ■fSiefivßof GISBORNE, this day. A smart shock of earthquake occurred at half-past one this morning. The Taupo, which was off Tolago Bay at the time, felt the shock severely. Great alarm prevailed amongst the passengers, who thought the ship had struck a reef. Captain Heale and others on board assign the earthquake as the cause. Similar effects were experienced recently by the steamer Pretty Jane whale on her way for Auckland.

EVENING STAB, SATURrVAV NOVEMBER 2



The members composing the left wing of No. 3 Company A.X.V. assembled for drill at tteir temporary Drill-shed, Parnell, last evening, and were instructed in March ing an squad-drill, together with the manual and fencing exercises, by Lieut. Robinson, and subsequently in the sword-bayonet ex ercise by Major Morrow. For the short time many of the members have been en rolled id the company, they showed a consi derable proficiency and smartness in the various movements. After the parade was dismissed the members (who have formed a club) betook themselves to the perhaps more enjoyable pursuit of gymnastics, suitable arrangements for this agreeable pastime having been made, when a very pleasant evening was spent.



TENANTED KNOWN, Mr Dampiei derfnl Tte£2? tomtoal Advertisement of Wo onlthpagl be found in the 2nd colun W rANTED, a strong Lad to milk.- Apply at the Anchor Hotel. u« YXTANTED, a respectable Voath for ti attMsofficT 617 Bt;gmesß-^PPIy for addre; VXTANTED, at once, six good Bushmei „ T —Apply to W. Rhodes, Auckland Timh< Company's new Mill, opposite^ Gas Works. Y\T ANTED, a Housemaid for a countr plnen S X^XZ^e^: en--A^ M: Vy ANTED, for Remuera, a strongTCadl hlmlelf usefulter ft ho, rse A Sarden- and mak House. Useful' -R- C. Greenwood, Marke V\7"ANTED, a Saleswoman for the Mil -T-I ImfgJDgPartment.-T. Short. Queen-si Ty ANTED, a General Servant.-^ipT' V T Mra. Dudley. Parsonage. Symonds-Bt. VVTANTED, a good second hand for th r * i Department.—Somerflelrt an. LggMfrapgraand Clothiers, 134,QueSreet WA^w ED\ a respectable Boy.-AppT sUiNG^AR-offl^ 00^111^ next do«r t" WANTED," a good Cook for Hotel ii w O r,» >W e .countl% y- Reference required.—E ggnryj_gegistry, Shortland-etreet. uxtea- * W rANTED, a Billiard Marker.—Apph to W. Flood. Auckland Club. ' \JU ANTED, a Boy about 14.—Apply a street Thorogood's Soda Water Factory, Lome \fy ANTED, Apprentices for the Milli PriLSr d Etessmaking.-Rosa Temple W" "ANTED, a Middle-aged Woman tv ■mv *■ny Genei; al Seryant.-Apply to Mrs. W Bray, Church-street, Onehunga. WANTED, Apprentices and Improvers „. . . to the Dressmaking.—Miss Blain, 82 Victoria-street. WANTED, three Ship Carpenters tc pro-eed to Katikati—For particular; to Mrs. Dundasa, No. 1, Edinborgh-st., Newton WANTED, a good Brush Hand.—Mr, Brinsden, Painter, Wellesley-street. WAIN TED, a good Bottler for M fating Machine, single man preferred; refer e^£ es i re? lured-~APP1y to Branston and Forster, Albert-street. WAJNTED, a Tailor for the Kaipara; good general hand.—Apply Arch. Clark and Sons. WANTED to Let, a very convenient 8-roomed House, with two-stall stable ten minutes w a lk from Queen-street.—Apply at <jtrafton .-store. "VTACaNCY tor two Gentlemen.—Apply T Myrtle Villa, corner of Cook and Nelaoa streets, three minotes walk from Queen-street. "ANTED, a good General Servant.— Mrs. C. A. Harris, Franklin Koad. \XJ ANTED, a Barmaid for a Select Up » » stairs Bar; must be accomplished and experienced. Terms liberal.—For addrees apply at this office. WANTED, Ladies to know they can get Kid Boots.to order for 12a 6d. at W. J. Offei s Bristol House, Queen-street. W" ANTED, Parents to inspect the large stock of Boots at W. J. Offer's Bristol House, Queen-street. 'ANTED, a young Girl about 16 or 17 for general house work.—Apply at this office. ANTED, a~Ge"neral Servant.—Apply Mrs. J. W. James, Russell-street, Pon sonby. W ANTED Carters and others to' Water their Horses at J. J. Odium's Royal George Hotel, Newmarket. WANTED, a Farm Labourer for the Waikato; must milk and be gooa with .horses. — Apply Taupiri 'Joal Depot, Break water. WANTED, a respectable Girl "as General Servant.—Mrs Evans, corner ot Franklyn and Ponsonby Roads. WANTED Known, we are making Suits for £3155, that can not be equalled in New Zealand.—l. Phillips, Tailor. Queen-st. WANTED, a Boy about 14 for the country.—Apply T. Usher, Stichbury's Buildings, Queen-street. WANTED, a good General Servant, on Monday next,—Mrs Chamberlain, Eden Terrace. WANTED, the Working Men to know that all kinds of Meat will be at the original price on Saturday, November 2.— G. Hulme, Steam Sausage Factory, Queen-street. WOULD you be surprised to learn that Rew's Haif-crown Tea is superior to what most Grocers sell at 3s Thrifty House wives visit Rew's Tea Shop, Victoria and Albert-streets. rpo BOOTMAKERS. - Wanted, a General JL Hand; constant employment to a steady man.—Apply to Wilklns and Co., 42, Victoria-st. WANTED, everybody to try Rew's Teas, unsurpassed for strength and flavour. Competition challenged, defied, and defeated in this article. Economists visit Rew's Cutting Tea Shop, Victoria and Alberts-streets. WANTED, Employment in any capa city, not actually labourious, by a respectable young man, a new arrival; security offered.—Apply by letter to H, this office. ANTED, a good General Servant, with references.—Apply this office. ANTED Known, Adelaide Red and White Wine, in prime condition, 6d per tumber, at the Thames Hote», Lower Queen streeju WANTED to Sell, a first-class new Waggonette; also a good second-hand Dog-cart, light add heavy Spring Carts ; also a new Karvest Waggon. —A. Mackio, Royal Standard Carriage and Spring Factory. WAN TED Known, that C. Brookes is prepared to supply all kinds of Colonial Boots and Shoes cheaper and better than any other house in town. A splendid lot of ladies' and Children's English Goods at reduced prices. Call at once.—C. Brookes, Blue Boot, opposite J. and J. Diokey's and City Hall. WANTED Known, Boots and Shoes for the million. Good and Cheap.—Kincaid and Co., Glasgow House. , ANTED Known, Kincaid and Co., Glasgow House. In the full and strong opposition, closes at 6 p.m. ANTED Known, Gents' Kid Shoes (SW. Brand) to be had at Kincaid's Glasgow House. ANTED to Purchase, a Spring Care, Horse, and Harness.—W. J. Marks, 74, Chapel-atreet. ANTED, twenty Pick and Shovel Men.—Apply before eight o'clock on Monday Morning to Thomas Asher and Charles Savage, near the Eden Vine Hotel, Mount Eden. TTTANTED Known, 1,200 Sox, at 23. a tt pair ; Flax Shirting, 6d per yard; Real Ostrich Feathers, 4s each; imitation do, Is.—J. GREEN. 44, Victoria-street. WANTED to Dispose of the Good-will of a First-class Suburban Ladies' School. —Address, appointing interview for any Satur day, to " Vera," G.P.0., Auckland. () Carpenters.—Wanted, two good Hands for Bridge Work at Taranaki.— Apply at Cruickshank and Miller's, Qaeen street, between 12 and 1 o'clock. WAN TED, for W aikato, agood Butcher; used to all kinds of work.—Governor Browne Hotel. WANTED KNOWN,just arrived, the - handsomest Trowses and Vests in the Province; weekly payments taken as usual.— Phillip's Mart, Queen-street. ANTED KNOWN, Green Peas, New Potatoes, Rhubarb, Asparagus, Cu cumbers, etc., to-night.—H. Lipscombe,'opposite T. and S. Morrin. . WANTED KNOWJS.tnacjJ. GOLDIE is prepared to supply all kinds of Tim ber and other Building Materials, inoluding Snahes, Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks.-Posts, Railß. Hardwood Felloes, Shafts Iron Barkand Blue Gfnm Laths, Shindies, &c, &c, at the lowest market price, at his Yards, Custom-house-street. ANTED, a General Servant, a good plain Cook, and one who can milk pre ferred. References required.—Mrs R. H. Stevenson, Shelly Beach Road, Ponsonby. WANTED, the Ladies and Gentlemen to come and see my wonderful bargains in Straw and Felt Hats, Ribbons, Feathers, Flowers, Frilling, and General Drapery, Ladies and Gentlemen's Cheap Boots and Shoes of every description made on the premises. My Ladies' os 6d Spring-side Boots are going fast.— J- Simpson's Cheap Drapery, Boot and Shoe Warehouse, corner of Victoria and Albert- StreetS; . ' X^T ANTED K.JNUWN. TO TRADESMEN^ MECHANICS, AND OTHERS. MONKS; ADVANCED In SUM 'of £2 to £50 on personal security, by weekly natalments, at JUi H. NKUMKGKN, Auckland Loan.Office, 165, Queen-street, opposite Savings Bank. - . YOUNG LADY desires an engage ment as Barmaid in a first-class* Hotel.— Apply at Star ofiloe.



• rs g TXT ANTED Known, Frilling, Frilling n Tf Wanted Ladies to buy my id, Frilling m Bsown Calico, at 3Jd per yard; Striped Stocking at Is per pair; Silk Lace, 4d to 9d per yard ~__ usnalprice 9d to 2s 6d; Lace Neck-ties; Littli Boys Hats, in straw and felt; linen Hncl <_ Towels, 7d and lOd, usual price SA and la 3c ie each; Ladies' Straw and Muslin Trimmed Hats 3a also Hat Trimmings; Ladies' Costumes in latesi Paris fashions; Ladies' Underclothing verj cheap; a specially good line in Ladies' 3fight l dresses at 12s, worth 16s; White Feathers. 6d U 3r to 12s each, very good value; Linen-faced Rinli Collars, £d each, or 5d per box; Turkey Red ai 9d per yard; blue Percale, suitable for trim y ming Little Boys' Suits, at'lOd per yard ;'«*irls r. Lisle Thread Gloves, from 5d per pair ; Berlin Wool.from 3d per doz; Parses 3d and 4d each; Silk • Lace, usual price Is 9d per yard, but now sold by me at 4d, 6d, and 9d yard. This is the ;® cheapest line of good Silk Lace in Auckland. A 'l job Jine in Ladies Cloth Dress Buttons at 6d per card of three dozen. Ladies Leather Beltß, now i. coming into fashion, reduced from the usual t> price of Ss to Is, and 1b 3d each. Hair Pin %id a -' box, in quantities of one dozen and upwards: y much less to those who want to re-sell them again. Ladiesl Lace Falls, 9d to Is 3d each; usual price, 18-*6 dto 2s 6d. New Dux Prince c Arthur and I mite Collar-, at 6d per box, or 4s 6d 6 per gross; sizes," 12,15, 15J, and 16, left. Tho^e Collars are the best value in Auckland. Hand - some Puff Boxes at half-price; Violet Powder f at London marked price; new make Ladies 0 Dress Holders only 2d each. Other Goods too numerous to mention.—J. GRKENT, three doors 1 from Thompson's Grocery Store, 41, Victoria , street, Auckland. T3ESLDENT GOVERNESS.—a Lady V JL*-1 lately arrived in this country, desires an . engagement; or would take charge of a House -7 i hold with the care of two or three pupils.— 1 ! For testimonials and particulars, address A.Z. '- ( office of this paper. . i V"DELAIDE"WiNE, the best in Auck -oL landed. per tumbler,—Anchor Hotel. HOT, COLD, AN I ) SHOWER, Private i T,^mTT.§^T^ oom and every convenience, at 3 ROTH'S PUBLIC BATHS, Victoria-street East, • next the Oheap Furniture Mart. O UPEKIOR ACCOMMODATION for 3 „ One or Two Single Gentlemen.—Belmont , House, v incent-street. i J^ E W T O~N KIRK. 3 The SOIREK of the Church and Congregation • will be held on THURSDAY, 14th November , instant, to welcome the return of Dr. Walljs.- Mnsic and Speeches after the Soiree. Tickets, Is 6d each, may be had of any mem ' ber of the Committee. " iT|NEH(JNGA CIRCUIT WESLEYAN V/ CHURCH. OTAHUHTJ.—Morning, at 11, and Evening, at 6.30, Rev. W. Kirk. ONEHUNGA.—Morning, at 11, and Evening, 6.30, Rev. G. Bond. ELLTCRSLIFC.—3 p.m.. Rev. G. Bond. V ORTH SHORE Wraleyan Church Ser~ -Li vices.—9nndav, November 3.—Morning at 11, Rev. J. Law; Evening, at 6.30, Mr. Je.ssop. QT. DAVID'S PRESBYTERIAN O CH (JRCH.—Services will be conducted in ie Church, at the junction of Kyber Pass and Symonds-street, on Sunday, Nov. 3.—Morning at 11, and Evening, at 6.30. ~ /Congregational church, Beres- V 7 ford-street.—Sunday Services, Nov. 3.— Rev. J. RobertsoD, M.A., will preach in the Morning, at 11; and in the Evening, at 6.30. ."PRIMITIVE METHODISTCHUKCH, Jl Alexandra-street. — Sabbath Services:— Morning, at 11, Key. D. Dutton, F.R.A.S.; Even ing, at 6.30. Rev. P. W. Jones. RIMITIVE METHODIST SUNDAY SERVICES, Kxcel9ior Hall, Upper Pitt- Btreet. —Afternoon, at 3 o'clock, Key. I). Dutton F.R.A.S.: Evening, at 6.30, Mr. Wilcox. ■piTT-STREKT Wesleyan Church.— JL Ssrvices will be conducted Tomorrow (Sunday), as under :—Rev. T. Ruddle, at 11 a.m.; and the, Rev. John Warren, at 6.30 p.m. PONSONB Y~~Wesieyan~ Church. — Opening of tho New Gallery, To-morrow (Sunday).—Mr. Dcllon will preach m the morn ing, at 11; and the Key. J. Law in the evening, at 6.30. a Children's Floral Service will be held in the afternoon at 3 o'clock. Collections after each Service for the Gallery Fund. ORNE-STREET HALL SUNDAY SERVICES, conducted by Samuel Edger, 8.A., Sunday, November 3. — Morning, "The hungry and the full soul." Evening. " Here and Hereafter, or Why am I a Christian V TTNITED METHODIST FREE \J CHURCH, junction of Pitt and Vincent streets.—Divine Service every Lord's Day.— Morning, at 11, by the Rev. R. Taylor. Subject: " The twofold aspect of a good nan's character." Evening, at 6.30, Rev. K. Taylor. Subjeot: " God's greatest gift to man." A .service at Arch Hill, in the afternoon, at 3.30, conducted by Rev. R. Taylor. ' S~~T. STEPHEN'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Fonsonby Hall.—Divine Service will be conducted To-morrow Morning, at 11, and Evening, at 6.30., by Rev. Mr. Runciman. THEATRE ROYAL.—Sunday Evening Services(under the conduct of the Young Men's Christian Association), To-morrow Even ing, from Bto 9. All are invited. Seats Free. SWEDENBORG'S WOE K~S. AND Publications Illustrative of the Docctrines of THE NEW CHURCH, can be BORROWED GRATIS on application to MR. JAS. CLARE. Boat Builder, Custom house-street; or, MR. JAS. BATTY, Brodick Cottage, Ponsonby Road. A PARTMENTS to Le£ pleasantly jT3l_ situated in Nelson-street; no children. Terms moderate.—Apply at this office. N VIEW, in Mr. Allen's window, Queen-street, one of the Lost Tribes, 'Tis well worth looking at. . A GERMAN LADY, lately arrived from XjL. England, desires an engagement as O overness in a family. Acquirements: Th orough English, French, German, Drawing. Good testimonials. — Address, " Meta," Post-office, Wellington. 1 fk A~Ha lf-hogshe"ad&~aTw."r. .ILxfxy and N. POTT MALT VINEGAR. KUMMER & CO. • 500 boxes Candles, Deßoubouix 24 cases Genuine Madras Curry, assorted Chutneys, consisting of Tamarinds, Bengal, Lime, Mango, Deltis Sweet, Hyderoboid, Proinn, &o. 20 3-boxes Venus Tobacco 300,000 Cigars, direct importation—all favourite brands 24 bales Corks 8 casks Sheet Zinc, 3 Rolls Sheet Lead 24 cases Tin Plates 200 bundles Fencing Wire 3 crates Waggon Covers, 12 x 10 to 24 x 30 75 cases Window Glass. KUMMER & CO, 30 qr.-casks Burgound Brandy 25 „ Goutier Brandy 5 „ Bruchount and Co. Brandy 10 „ Risnhort Brandy 15 „ Maoky, Scott, and Co. Whisky 1000 or mora cases Choice Brandies. KUMMER & CO. A UCKLAND AGRICULTURAL AND J\. PASTORAL ASSOCIATION. ANNUAL SHOW, Nov. 13, 1878. EXHIBITS at the above SHOW will be carried to and fro on the Auckland Railway at Single Rates, upon production of Certificate from the undersigned. WM. PERCIVAt/, Secretary A.A.P. A. A UCKLAND AGRICULTURAL AND JA. PASTORAL ASSOCIATION SHOW, To be held on The Association Show Grounds, Bllerslie, On WEDNESDAY, November 13,1878, when upwards of £700 will be offered in Prizes for Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Swine, Dogs, Fowls, Horticultural and Local Manufactures. Entries will be received up to 10 a.m. on Wednesday for stock, and for the Horticultural Department up to Saturday next. For list of awards and further particulars, apply to the Secretary, Mr. W. Percival, Durham-street. T Q WINNERTO N AUCKLAND STEAM WOOD TURNING FACTORY, WYNDHAJi STREET (Next Shakes* k&iii Hotki,). Having introduced Steam Power, he a now prepared to make a Reduction Twenty per cent o3 the price of all common work. gar Country Orders punctually attended to. OrUTHRjIE & JLjARNACH'S NEW ZEALAND TIMBER & WOODWARE FACTORIES COMPANY (LIMITED) Have on Sale at their Branch Stores, LOWER QUEEN-STREET, AUCKLAND. AND ONEHUNGA. Dunedin-Made Woodwares Oonsisting of— Nests Tubs, painted and varnished Buckets do > Fancy Buckets, Cheese Vats, Churns Butter Firkins, Knife Boards Washing Boards, Turning Trusses i Store 'Trucks, &c. JAMES W. WALLERj Manager



For Sale. In OR SALE OR LEASE ■ A First-rate Baking, Confectionery, an isiscuit Manufacturing Business, established ] years, well-situated in a populous district doin a large family trade. The premises areFreeholc ! consisting of a Large Shop, with commodiou I v welimg-house, Bakehouse, Store, Stables: Carl snedsattached. The WorkingTlant,Machinerj fK5«r tangß are °? the best description. Satis #? y f a8On? are given for selling. For full particulars apply to J- M. & J. MOWBRAY, I| — Queen-street. 5 ? AiJ A' E» the fast-sailing Open Boa Otoen Rni? n 9- wiJ& Bails complete; alsolarg. heavy io^ 2n"' f, Bi U m' capable of carrying iw^nlSfJSi 11?11^* 8* of water.-Forfal particulars applytpß. Alison, Devonport. F°^?di LE ' ,a General Grocery Store ir Hraefftohtt f so a soodS-roomec XIUUBO,- WIW BlaOle and lar&0 frpnhnliT allnf rnent—Apply to J. M anfl T Tvr« k ? j Agentg.Queen-straet. ' Mowbray> Land vg"can-L Can^ lUlam3oD 'Laad and « *S Xf iOV. Land, all fenced in, 3 Paddock? 11 m grass, 5-roomed Cottage, cow-shed; Piesfy &c, 28 miles South of Auckland—s ViSin' Land Agent, Shortland-stfeet. ncu s' Vaile £4 85 -Excellent Farm of 88 acres of Firsi r^/*- o**•0 **• lass I*nd, all fenced and in grass half-acre orchard, plenty of ornamental trees House of 3 rooms, large dairy, stock-yard &c Terms easy^-S. Vaile, Honse/Land? and Esta£ Agent, Shortland-street. -WKLL-BUILT HOUSK of foul « v *£y,m roomß and wash-house, &c, with freehold allotment 50x100, at Mount Jfiden.-S Vaile. House and Land Agent, Bhortland-street l! 40() -HO.ySß.of 5 rooms, large cellar, ™w? n«* * I able> cow^ hea- hayloft, vinerj and orchard, 2 acres rich volcanic land, all it first-rate order-S. Vaile, House and Land agent, Shortland-street. -P 1 f% to £1000 LENT, on Building SocTeTy oC/JLV principles, or on other terms to suit borrowers.-C. Williamson, Estate agent, Vul i can Lane. Mortgages and Loans negotiated. '^4-Pift- —T0 arket Gardeners-li acreE : »jf I j*' Onehunga, fenced in the paddocks and in grass.—S. Vaile, House and Land Agent. Shortland-street. v £290 ~pAHiTTY and well-flnished Cottage ■tit \°h& rooms, aild scullery, tank, &c, with freehold corner allotment, 25 minutes walk from Post-office. -S. V*H e , House and Laud Affent. Khortlanc-street. vo Let. mo LET, a comfortable four-roomed Cot h^-h =& e> 7^ gOfd weF- garden, &c, in Edin -BtQ^-^ttOn-~Amy t0 Jo^ SQPPet, fiO LKT, one or two rooms in Hobson . street; good view.—For address, apply at this ofhee. {10 LET, a 3-roomed Cottage, suitable r. mj a R ou Ple without children.—Apply to G. P. Todd, Grocer. Wellington-street. rilO LE V, at the Market House, for one -fl. two, or three years—YARDS suitable for Joiner a Workshops, Stone Cutters, Coal or iirewopd Dealers, &c, with or without use of w eign oriuge. TO LET, at the Market House, for one, two. or-H? ri?? years-Large and Commodious Yards with Stables, suitable for Livery purposes, 'Bus Proprietors, Carters, &c. 1O LttT, at the Market House, for one, two, or three years—All or part of one wing of the Warket House, all or part of one wing of the Warket House, suitable for Produce Dealers, C /rOrn*. M£ roP a? tSI Furniture Bazaar, Auction Mart, Workshops, Public Baths, &c. IO LET, at the Market House, for one, two, or three years, Stalls in the best position, suitable for Butchers, Basket-makers, Wood Turners, Fruiterers, Grocers, Prov.sion Dealers, «c, &c. RENTS small, and no taxes. R. C. GREENWOOD, Market Inspector. 'O LET, two small Cottages.—J. Abbot, Grocer, Hobson-street. IM) LET, a Five-roomed (,'ottage on the New North Road, with hslf-acre of grass land; rent moderate to a good tenant.—For address apply at this office. TIO LET, a large Shop, with Dwelling house, corner of Wellesley and Lorne streets.— Apply on the premises to W. Crowther. 110 LET, Dairy |Farm at Surrey Hills Estate, Newton, good Dwelling-house, arge cow-sheds, with every convenience, and 85 acres of land ; position unequaled.—Apply to Robert Rose, Hobson's Buildings, Shortland- Btreet. County Elections. QOUNTY OF WAITEMATA. " The Counties Act," and " The Regulation of Local Elections Act," 1876." Notice is hereby given that NOMINATIONS for duly qualified persons to serve as Members of the County Council will take place at the times and places mentioned below; and the POLL (if necessary) for all the Ridings on WED NESDAY, the 13th day of November, 1878. Ararimu Riding—Saturday, 2nd November, at the Court-house, Helenßville. Manukau Riding—Monday, 4th November, at Whatipu Saw-mills. Takapuna Riding—Saturday, 2nd November, at Devonport Hall. Titirangi Riding—Monday, ith November, at Mr.McCaul's, Oreat North Road. Waitakerei Riding—Friday, Ist November, at Henderson's Mill. Weiti Riding—Saturday, 2nd November, at Court-house, Wade. Forms of Nominatien can be had of the Re turning Officer, and at the Council Office, No. 1, Queen-street, Auokland. Nominations will be received up to noon on the day of Nomination. POLLING PLA.CES. Ararimu Riding — Court-house, Helensville; Public Hall. Kaukapakapa; School house, Riverhead. Manukau Riding—Whatipu Saw-mills, Huia Saw-mills. Takapuna Riding—Devonport Hall; School house, Lake; School - house, Stokes's Point. Titirangi Riding—Walter McCaul's residence, Great North Road. Waitakerei—Henderson's Mill; School-house, Hobsonville. Weiti Riding—Court-house, Wade; School house, Dairy Flat. Duration of Poll: From 9 o'clock a.m. to 6 Oclockp.m. SAMUEL YEOMAN COLLINS, Returning Officer. October 25,1878. TITAITEMATA COUNTY COUNCIL. TAKAPUNA RIDING. Ladies and Gentlemen,—l beg to iutimate that it is my intention to offer myself for Re election. Trusting that my actions in the past may ensure a continuance of your support, I am, Ladies and Gentlemen, Yours truly, R. MACKAY. T^"AITEMATA COUNTY COUNCIL. Printed Copies of the Electoral Rolls of the various Ridings in the County can be had at the office, No. 1, Queen-street, Auckland. Price, Is each. OLIVER MAYS, Chairman. IN THE ESTATE OF THE LATE WILLIAM POTTER, OF EPSOM. All Claims against the above Estate must be sent to the undersigned on or before Monday, llth November proximo, otherwise they will not be recognised. W. J. CAWKWELL, . ■ Vulcan Lane. OUNT WELLINGTON HIGHWAY DISTRICT. Tenders will be received at the office of the •undersigned until Noon of THURSDAY next nh inst., for Cutting, Forming, and Con structing Culverts on the Road leading from Dunns Road to the above Quarry. Plans and Specifications can be seen at my office, Vulcan Lane; also, at the residence of G. E. Ireland, Esq., Panmure. BARTON IRELAND, _~,,__ Chairman. igAuckland, November 1,1878. IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN DIXON, LATE OF OKAIHAU, BAY OF ISLAKDS, CONTRACTOR, DECEASED. All Claims against the Estate must be put into the undersigned, at his office, Shortland-street, Auckland, within one week from this date or they will not be recognised. Dated this 2nd "T ' mber, 1878. . DUFAUR, Solicitor.



Meetings. MANUKAU LOYAL ORANGE* LODGE, Mo. 20. , The regular Monthly Meeting is Postponed from Monday, 4th November, until the 11th, on account of the Library Fund Entertainment. By order of the W.M. GEO. T. BELL, , Hon, Sec. J^ODGE Alt A, No. 348, I. C. The Regular Monthly, Meeting will be held at the Lodge-room, Masonic Hotel Prinrp<?<s ah™* on MONDAY next, the 4th instant^atTli?»m. Visiting Brethren are invited to attend. ' W. L. MITCHELL, P.M., , Secretary. /^IITY OF AUCKLAND No. 1, LOYAL V 7 ORANGK LODGE. The Annual Meeting for Klection of Officers &c, will be held on MONDAY". 4th instant at 7.30 sharp.-By order of the W.M. T^AITEMATA COUNTY COUNCIL. TAKAPUNA RIDING. A.? 0)?. 110 Meeting of the Electors will be held A he vDevo:QP ol't Hall on TUESDAY Evening next, the sth inst., at 7.30 p.m. All the Candi dates are respectfully invited to attend and address the Electors. . WM. HOILE BROWN, . Chairman Devonport District Board. AUCKLAND TOTAL ABSHNEnCE" t^-JP 0?1^,?— The nsual ™»kly Meeting 7^^Vc Ilock SmperanCe HaU" QT. JAMES' MUTUAL IMPROVE- K3 MENT ASSOCIATION. The Annual Business Meeting of the above Association will, be held on MONDAY NEXT November 4, at 7.30 p.m. sharp. nm^i, Busi»ess-To receive Reports, elect Officers, &c. The punctual attendance o. every member is earnestly requested. l WILLIAM COOPER, Hon. Sec. QTAHUHU RIFLE VOLUNTEERS". The Fifth Annual Ball of the above Company WBTivSv^h 'cf^xT 6 ota£ uhu Qblic Ha» °° &• i * V'Y ' tne Bth November, at 8 p.m. Double JLicliets, ss. W. D. BUSH,. Secretary. fDT O B S O N BAND. MOONLIGHT EXCURSION ON THE WAITEMATA THURSDAY NEXT, the 7th instant. Two of the North Shore Ferry Oo.'s Steamers will leave the Wharf at 7.30 p.m. Tickets, One Shilling each, obtainable from Messrs. Odium and Smith, Customs-street: Call nan Geary and Thistle Hotel, Queen-street; Mr.Flynn, Wellesley-street; and from members of the Band or Company. ' T. M. TAYLOR, Secretary. UNRIVALLED ATTRACTION I CALEDONIAN GAMES! Ellerslie Gardens, Prince of Wales Birthday, to be held on 13th November, 1878. Quoiting, p-ize, £1; Bagpipes, £2; Flat Bace, 200 yards, £2; Throwing Hammer, £1; High land ifling in costume, £3; Flat Kace (handicap). £1; Patting Heavy Stone, £1; Boys' Racer under 16 years, £1; Reel of Tulloch, £2 : Tossing the Caber, £1; One Mile Walking Match (hand* cap), £2; Sword Dance in costume, &i; Scotch .eel, £2; Donkey Bace (last in to win), £2; Vaulting with Pole, £1; Tilting tie Ring, £2; Greasy Pole during the day. In the Gardens the velocipede Circus, iust arrived from Lon £?>'* r Srown-up pdople. Merry-go-Round for cmldren. Maori Flag 36ft, x 15, and Warriors- Bust of Captain Cook. Band in attendance. Fireworks in the evening. Entries, ss, will be received by the undersigned at the Occidental Hotel, on Monday, llth instant, between 4 and 8 o'clock p.m. W. HOWARD, Manager. g. T. RAPHAEL W~I NE. Strengthening and Digestive. This Wine is. an invigorating tonic, very pleasant to take, and more efficacious for convalescents and debilita ted persons than iron or quinine. It is a sove reign remedy in cases of gastric debility: chlaroew, and anemia. St. Raphael to be ob tained only at the Thistle Hotel Bottle Department. QNEPOUND REWARD. Strayed or Stolen from Onehunga on Sunday,. October 27, a Bay Mare; about 16 handß high ; small star on forehead; one white hind foot r jair chaffed of tail; accustomed to'bus work. Ihe above reward paid on delivery of the horse to G. CODLIN, ; -: Onehungat Jo»e> R E W A R D. The above Reward will be paid to anyone giving information that will lead to the con viction of the person who deposited a quantity of Animal Offal in Wellesley-street West, and nearly opposite Soppett's Mill, on the night of the 30th, ormorning of the 31st ult. GEO. GOLDIE,. Hanitary Inspector. LO ST, a Gold Book Locket. The finder will be rewarded on leaving the same at the office of this paper. J~S LI Q IJ.I DA T I ON", WAITEKAURI GCMIT MINING AND QUARTZ CRUSHING COMPANY (Limited). Shareholders are requested to take notice that unless the Calls due by them to the above- • named Company be paid to the Liquidator, at his office, 17, Insurance Buildings, Auckland, on or before the 9th inst., proceedings at law will be taken for recovery of same. D. G. MacDONNELL, . ~ , . , Liquidator. Auckland, November 1,1878.. ME ATI MEAT!! MEAT!!!: Prime Quality Only! At the following Prices for cash,, at Shop :— OX BEEF: Siiloin and Best Ribs, 6d per lb. Blade Ribs, and Short Ribs, 5d per lb. Best Boiling Beef, 4<l per lb. Best Beef Steak, 6d j>er lb. Rump Steak, 8d pc? lb. WETHER MUTTON:: Less, 5d per lb. Loins, trimmed, 5d per lb. ' : :■,■■■ Fore-quarters, 2£d per lb. Chops, 5d per lb. Sausages, sd; Pork Sausages, 6d.. Pork Chops, 6d. The best Fat Veal, Dairy-fed Pork, and Lamb, equally cheap. ALFRED CARTER, WELLESLEY-STREET, WEST,. The Working Man's Friend, and Purveyor off Meat to all the Nobility of the West End. fTIHRIFTY Housewives, Rew's prices for A the undermentioned articles are' much under regular prices :—Condensed Milk, Ameri can Brooms, Jamb, Currants, Soaps, Salmon Honey in tins, Half-crown Tea, Candles Sauces, &c. &c. '• ry the Pure Black Tea. 2s per lb.— Rew s Cutting Store, Victoria and Albert-Btreets. rp,,, R y t he DUNEDIN BEER, MARSHALL AND COPELAND'S. riITY OF AUCKLAND. CIT V R~A TE S. Notice is hereby given that all Rates now due require to be paid in terms of notices delivered. Town Clerk's Office', October 18,1878^ Clerk# Jp O R S. A L E: 200 barrels CEMENT 50 drums LINSEED OIL 25 drums TURPENTINE. W I L L B E S O L D CHB AP. H. R. SHROFF, HIGH-STREET (opposite the Police-office).