of this notice has seen the majority of them he can givean opinion with some confidence as to the nearness of these imitations to the originals. Artemus Ward was an exact representation of that original humourist. Mark Twaiu we have not had the pleasure of hearing. Henry Russell, as he used to appear in the National Hall, Holborn, was perhaps slightly exaggerated, but still his manner and style were faithfully depicted. George Francis Train, the great traveller and speculator, who was hounded down in London on account of his tram ways, was true in every gesture. Those of Josh Billings, Charles Dickens, Thackeray, and Chas. Kean, were likewise exquisitely faithful and comical. Of the imitation of Rev. Charles Clark those of the audience who listened to his eloquent literary and historical orations recently are quite capable of judging. The loud applause which followed bespoke a palpable hit. Considering that Mr Massett had only seen the Rev. Charles Clark once, in San Francisco, his portraiture was the more remarkable. Mr Massett spoke in most complimentary terms of Mr Clark's talent as a lecturer. The subsequent part of the evening was devoted to facial imitations of Mr Massett's fellow passengers at sea, and these created roars of laughter. A humourous poem by Tom Hood was given ; the " man who took himself to pieces before going to bed"; speechmaking by various countrymen in China ; a musical illustration ; and. Tenny son's " Charge of the Light Brigade," closed a first-class entertainment. Mr Massett thanked his audience, and promised to appear in the second of his series on Wed nesday evening. AYe are sorry to state that Mr Massett suffered some inter ruption by late comers, the thought less tramp of whose feet was very annoying both to reader and listeners. It is well that ]3ersons should make it a rule to be in time, in order that such inconveniences may be avoided. We need only add that Mr Massett's entertainment was ably sustained throughout in all its varied excellencies, and that he was greeted with hearty and general applause at the close of every representation, whether of song or story.

WASTE LANDS BOARD.

At a meeting -of the Waste Lands Board this afternoon, the Commissioner explained the provisions of the new Act. He also stated that the confiscated lands were now under the Board, and about 300 applications for those lands had been received, which would be considered on the 22nd January. Mr T. G. Sandes, surveyor, applied for permission to lay out a new road for the Tuhikaramea District Board.

The Board granted the application, on condition that the consent of the parties was obtained.

pT'ae Chairman of the Waikiekie District Eoar£.made a similar application. Th.3 Board agreed to the application

(Left Sitting.)

THE NEWTON KIRK TROUBLES.— MEETING OF HARMONIUM SUBSCRIBERS.

Im accordance with an advertisement published in these columns, a meeting of the subscribers to the Newton Kirk Harmonium Fund was held in the Excelsior Hall. Newton, last evening. There were more than 50 persons present, of whom about 20 were subscribers.

Mr G. Sibbia was voted to the chair, and in introducing the business of the meeting he said ha hoped it would be transacted as quietly as possible, and with no show of anger. He then called upon any persoa desirous ef addressing the meeting. Mr S. Reid was the first speaker. He said the removal of the harmonium had grieved himself and some other persona, and so it should. Under the circumstances it was likely that three or four would side with the Doctor, and the greater part against him. The three or four objectors told Dr Wallis of their intentions, and he locked the church door, and put the key where he put the church, and wanted to pnt the harmonium—in his pocket. (Laughter.) The church had never been put into the hands of trustees, but the harmonium had, and there lay the difference. He was one of the persons who recommended its removal, and he con sidered they had done quite right. After the harmonium had been removed, Dr Wallis told them that if he had been asked for the instru ment he would hsj.ve given it up. Dr.-Wallis had been consulted before they removed it, and his reply was, " Ah! "You put the harmonium in there easy, easy; but you will hot take it out again so easy-' [Mr Reid caused a great deal of laughter by his very close imitation of Dr Wallis' voice.] He determined at that moment that the harmonium should come out, and come out it did. Mr Reid then moved, "That the harmonium be sold by auction foi the benefit of the subscribers." Mr Grant offered 10s in the £ for the instru ment. Mr Suiter stated that Mr Skinner was willing to give £50 for it. Mr Grant: Well, I'm out of it. Mr Cook here got up, but hisfcrernarks were not very clear. It being ascertained that he was not a subscriber, he was compelled to sit down The motion was seconded by Mr Shaw. Mr Martin rose, and attempted to address the meeting. He said: "Mr Chairman, no har monium has ever been associated in my mind with such historic interest. Mr Suiter rose to a point of order. Mr Martm was not a subscriber, [Mr Cook here ran to the door, calling upon those who were »ot subscribers to come out. They were not wanted there.] Mr Martin again commenced, and after a great deal oi interruption, it was understood that he was desirous that the harmonium should not fall under the hammer of the auctioneers, bnt should occupy an honorable position in the new church. Mr bibbin said the harmonium might be sold by auction, and they would then have a chance of purchasing it. He would not make any charge for disposing of the instrument. (Ap plause.) A number of persons were desirous that the harmonium should be sold at once, but BMr Sibbin said he could not " knock down " har moniums at night. The motion was then put to the meeting', and carried unanimously. Mr Sibbin enquired when the harmonium was to be sold. Mr , Cook: Don't sell it. If you do I will never come near your place again. Men, do right; stick to your minister, stick to your Ghurch! (laughter). A Voice: Dr Wallia will stick to the church (LaughteJ). It was agreed that the sale of th 6 harmonium should take place on Friday next, at Mr Sibbin's auction rooms. A Voice : Mind it isn't taken ont to-morrow, Mr Sibbiu; you've got a side door to your place too Mr Staines: I hope they'll let me buy it cheap. A Voice: It would look well on the verandah, George (laughter). ' Mr Reid stated that Dr Wallis had made statements to the effect ih at they had kept the proceeds of the soiree. He would call upon Mr Stevenson to Iread the balance-sheet of the soiree here, as they could not read it at a meeting of the congregation now. They wished to do everything fairly. Mr Stevenson then read the balance-sheet, as follows: Dr.—To cash for tickets sold, £34 lls 6d • to cash taken at door, £2 19s 3d ; dona tion, ss: total, £37 153 9d. Cr.—Expenses of soiree, purchase of prizes, advertising, har monium, psalm-books for use of choir and congregation, and removal of harmoninm, £33 193 Id. Balance in hand, £4 163 Bd. Mr Stevenson stated that the amount collected for the harmonium was £49 15s, and it had cost £50. The harmonium was in a house, and not, as Dr Wallis had said, lyin^ useless amongst hay and straw. Mr Grant suggested that the 25s for cartage of harmonium be charged against the harmonium, and not the soiree account. This was agreed to. A large amount of rather warm disscussion took place, after which it was agreed "That the money be expended in books for the Sunday school Library, and the books purchased by the Treasurer and handed over to the Sunday school." , , This terminated the business.

NEW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FOR NEWTON DISTRICT.

A meeting of persons interested in the forma tion of a new church for Newton District was then held in the same room, Mr Sibbin being re elected to the chair. There was a large atten dance of Presbyterians residingin the district. Mr Suiter, as one of the conveners of the meet ing, said that the steps taken by them might appear strange to some people. They were, however, compelled to take some course, and they had decided upon this as the wisest. The site that had been offered to them by the Rev D. Bruce was a splendid one, and the land alone was worth £400. There was a building upon the eround, which was formerly occupied by Dr W&llis, and which might be made available for their purposes at a very small expense. When Dr Wallis was preaching in Pitt-street, the congregation were desirous of procuring a church for themselves, and Rev Mr Bruce then offered the present site to them. When this offer was made. Dr 'W'allis did not wish to appear to be outdone in generosity. Mid there fore offered the site upon which the Newton Kitk now stands. Tnat offer was r..ocepted. When Dr Wallis wa9 in Wellington, the cou gregation endeavoured to purchase the church, and offered Dr Wallis £250 a year, -which offer was accepted on condition that he should be allowed to absent himself in Wellington four

months in each year. The congregation refused to allow him to do bo. Dr Walhs on being asked if he would give up politics, replied • no, and if he weie compelled to resiarn he would give £500 to be re-elected,' Dr Wallis had in sulted several of the most influential members of the congregation, and told them never to darken the doors of the church again. He condemned Dr Wallis' action as tyrannical, and stated ?hat what they now wished was to form a new Presbyterian Church for Newton district in connection with the Presbytery (applause). Mr White said Mr.suiter and thosejworking with him should be ashamed of themselves. A few weeks ago they would have laid themselves down on the floor at the feet of the Dr., and now they were trying to bring him to shame. A Voice : He's there already (laughter). Mr White : I'm so full of it that I can t say any more (laughter, amidst which, the speaker collapsed upon the temporary seat). Mr Martin recommended a reconciliation between the Doctor and his congregation. Mr Reid said it was no use. They had tried to effect a reconciliation for; eight years, but Dr Wallis wanted to be Pope, and Pope he would be (laughter). _ Mr Suiter proposed, " That the srenerous offer made by Rev. D. Bruce be accepted." This was seconded, and on being pnt to tne meeting was carried by 10 to 3. A vote of thanks to the chairman, on the motion of Mr W. J. Suiter, brought the proceedings to a close.

SUPREME COURT.

THIS DAY.

(Before His Honor Mr. Justice Gillies and a Common Jury.)

His Honor took his seat at 10 o'clock.

THE ALEXANDRA-STREET ROBBERY.

Margaret Carroll, John Ellis, Patrick Carroll, and Patrick O'Brien were arraigned upon several indictments, charging them -with stealing from a house in Alexandra street monies and property belonging to Mr James John Pigott, on the 24th October last.

OBi ien pleaded guilty to receiving £5 of the proceeds of the robbery ; the other three prisoners pleaded not guilty. Mi Brookfield opened the case. The prisoners -were undefended. James John. Piggot, residing in Grey street, remembered the evening of the 24th Oct; he met two girls, whose names he had since learned were Margaret Carroll and Minnie Burke. He was induced to accompany the girls to their lodgings in Alexandra-street. Ellis accompanied them ; he had a pocket book, containing notes, money, and documents amounting to £28. Carroll was aware that he had a large sum of money on his person. They sent for brandy, which he paid for; he also gave Carrol 25s before undressing himself. He fell asleep at once, and on awaking he missed his pocket book and notes from under the pillow. He got up and dressed, and inquired for his pocket book. He was partly intoxicated when he went to the house, and the brandy taken afterwards made him worse. He had no clear recollec tion of what took place in Alexandra-street. He left his macintosh down stairs, (produced, also the purse and letters, which witness recognised as his property.) Edward Henderson Law, of the Armed Constabulary, was on duty in Alexandra street on that night, when prosecutor came to him, and said, he had been robbed in Carroll's house ; saw Maggie Carroll who told Piggot to go upstairs, and get hia money. He accompanied prosecutor up stairs, and found Ellis and the women on the beds ; O'Brien was in the room. The pillows were turned over, and the bed examined, but no ■money was found. Minnie Burke deposed to residing with Maggie Carrol at the time of the robbery. She and Carroll met Piggot by an hotel in Queen-street. Had something to drink, when Piggot made an arrangement to go home with Carroll. She had engaged her self to Jack Ellis, who accompanied them to Alexandra-street. Witness then stated that Ellis, who had no money that night gave her a sovereign the next morning. Haw Maggie Carroll rip open a tick and put the notes in, and while sewing them in, she exclaimed " Was not Piggot a fool ?" She and Maggie then went to Mr Monta gue's, and paid off a balance on a watch and earrings. She saw Piggot's macintosh hanging in the bed-room, and when the money was divided between the prisoners, she gave the macintosh to Patrick Carroll to take to sea. He' took it away. Maggie thrust the pocket book down the water-closet.

This witness was sharply cross-examined by the girl Carroll. Samson Mendelsohn, shopman to Mr Montague, of Queen-street, deposed to two of the prisoners calling at his employer's shop and paying off the balance, with a £5 note, of a "watch and pair of earrings, on ac count of Maggie Carroll, who went by the nam« of Mrs Bedford.

William Collins, mate of the Lake Erie boat, deposed that he found the macintosh on board that vessel in the bunk, which had been occupied by Carrol, who was a seaman on board. He gave it up to the police. Detective Grace arrested the prisoners, and deposed that Maggie Carroll confessed to him that she was frightened of Piggot first went into a fit, and then went down stairs to Ellis and Minnie Burke. Ellis then went up stairs and " touched" Piggot. " Touch" is a slang term for robbing a per son. On searching the premises, he found several of Piggott's letters, and a portion of the pocket book. This being the evidence, the girl Carroll put in a long paper in vindication of her general conduct, and that she had never been connected with, any robbery on any previous occasion, but that Minnie Burke was a girl of the most abandoned character; that she had been frequently convicted as a rogue and vagabond ; and that her evidence was unworthy of credence, and was totally false.

His Honor in comnientingfupon the case, said that it was one of those instances of youthful folly, iv which it appeared that the prosecutor, being under the influence of drink, accompanied the two girls to a dis reputable house, and was robbed of his money. His Honor then reviewed the evidence of the several witnesses, and said that it was very clear that Carroll, and in deed all the prisoners had a share in the money, but it was not so clear as to the actual robber. The statement of Carroll went to chew that either Minnie Burke or Ellis committed the robbery ; while on the other hand, the evidence of Minnie Burke, who was the principal witness, and who was interested in putting suspicion off from herself and on to some one else, tended to fix the crime upon Carroll. After remark ing upon the leading points of the evidence, his Honor left the whole matter with the jury, who retired to consider their verdict. The jury found the three prisoners guilty of receiving the stolen money. Patrick O'Brien, who had pleaded guilty to receiving a portion of the money, was brought up for sentence. Patrick Carroll, and Patrick O'Brien were sentenced to one month's imprisonment with hard labour. John Ellis to nine months', and Margaret Carroll, who had been pre viously convicted at the Thames, to nine calendar months' with hard labour. HORSE STEALING. James Miller, 28, carpenter, was ar raigned upon an indictment, charging him with stealing one mare and gelding, on the 25th of November last, the property of Herewini and other natives, forming a co operative Company near Kawa Kawa, Bay of Islands. Prisoner pleaded not guilty. Mr Brown interpreted for the natives. Mr Brookfield opened the case. Herewini deposed that the animals were the property of himself and others of the store company. On the 25 Nov. he found them in Parker's paddock ; a man named Brewer said that he had bought them of Jim Miller for £8 10s; Miller had no authority to sell them. — After some further evidence, his Honor summed up, and the jury returned a verdict of " Not guilty." TRUE BILL AGAINST H. S. MEYERS. The Grand Jury returned a' true bill against H. S. Meyers, charged with fraudu lent bankruptcy.

TELEGRAPHIC.

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.

LATEST MINING NEWS.

GRAHAMSTOWN, this day.

The New Golden Calf has taken out some very rich specimen stone to-day. The New Morning Star also got good golden stone, and in 25 or 30 feet more driving will be able to open out for crushing stuff.

ALBURNIA. —Good-looking stone is still coming to grass. The rainfall on Sunday moved 150 logs of the Shortland saw-mill's a mile ahd a half, but their was not sufficient water to carry them to the booms. The barometer stood as low as 29.10. No damage was done, beyond washing away part of a house on some made ground close to the Karaka Creek, which overflowed.

THE GOLDEN PAH CASE.

COROMANDEL, this day.

The Conquering Hero, Royal Oak, Toka tea, Bismarck, and other mines, started to work yesterday. The Long Tunnel Company have tenders out for extending their drive. In the Union Beach versus the Golden Pah, the Warden delivered judgment for the plaintiffs, the injunction to remain on both sides until the Pah appeals during the next ten days or abandons the case. WhanGAPOUA.— The Mary has sailed. The Fannie, Lizzie, and Chance, are loading.

SUPREME COURT CASES.

DUNEDIN, this day.

At the Criminal Sessions of the Supreme Court, Thomas Roth was convicted of arson, and -was sentenced to one year's hard labour. This leniency is shown in consequence of the prisoner having extinguished the fire himself. Jessie Kilpatrick was found guilty of larceny of £45, there were six previous convictions against her. She was sentenced to three years' penal servitude. Michael Egin, charged with committing an unnatural offence, was acquitted. The other cases are trivial.

The Government have intimated that they will give railway passes to parties in Otago desirous of getting up an entertain ment in aid of Benevolent Societies.

Margaret McDermid, who sued Port Chalmers Corporation for £10,000 damages for the construction of water works, was awarded £1,500. Chantry Harris, formerly Shipping reporter of the " Otago Daily Times," has received the appointment of editor of the " Southland Times."

PROGRESS OF THE SURVEY.

[PRKSS AGEXCY],

TAUPO, this day.

The survey of the Hukuia block was finished yesterday Captain Turner's party. Fately no opposition has been experienced by the surveyors, or to the erection of the iron tug stations. Severe storms have been, prevalent here during the last few days. GISBORNE, this day. MINISTERS AT GISBORNE. Sir George Grey and the Hon. J. Sheehan landed this morning, and an address was presented to them by the local bodies. Sir George Grey and Mr Sheehan were enthu siastically received by the Europeans and Maoris. In addressing a public meeting both Sir George Grey and Mr Sheehan dwelt much upon the point of Poverty Bay being made a separate electoral district. Mr Sheehan will address the Maoris at their native settlement this evening.

CHIEF POST-OFFICE, AUCKLAND.

Mails will Close as Uxdek :

For Thames, this day, at 4.30 p.m. and 5.30 p.m ;

and to-morrow, at 4.30 and 5 30 p.m. For Ooromandei, per Durham, tomorrow, at

11.30 a.m. For Waiheke and Coromandel, per Argyle,

on Friday next, at 2.30 p.m. Per s.s. Australia, this day, as follows : - For bandwich Inlands, United States of America, Canada, British Columbia, Central and South America, and British and Foreign West Indies, at 6 p.m. For United Kingdom and Continent of Europe, at 6 p.m. For money orders, registered letters, and newspapers, at 4 p.m. Late letters, bearing an extra fee of 6d, in addition to the postage, will be received by the mail agent on board the steamer up to the time of sailing. For Russell and Kawakawa, per Taupo, this

day, at 4 p.m. For Wangarei Heads, Waipu, Wangarei, and Mangapai, per Argyle, this day, at 4 p.m. For Australian Colonies, per Rotorua, this day, at 5 p.m. For money orders, registered letters, and newspapers, at 4 p.m. Late letters for Sydney and Melboarne. till 5.15 p.m. For Waiwera, Warkworth, and Te Aral, per Annie Milbank, on Thursday next, at 10 a.m. For Tauranga, Gisborne, Napier, Southern Pro vinces, and Australian Colonies, per Taupo, on Thursday next, at 3 p.m.

For Taranaki and Sonthern Previnces, per Taranaki, on Tuesday next, at 2.45 p.m. S. B. BISS. Chief Postmaster.

We have received a letter stating that a little boy was sent to Mr Dawson's shop on Saturday for a powder, witn a shilling to pay for the same. The boy, who is only about four years of age, went into the shop, but seeing no person there he placed the money on the counter, and went out again for a minute or two. Mr Dawson, who had been in another room, came out a moment later and served a lady who was in the shop with some pills, in payment for which she tendered a two shilling piece. Mr Dawson laid the chang on the counter, and it is supposed that she took the shilling up with the other money by mistake. When the child returned lie said that he had put the money down, and this statement was confirmed by the shop boj. Should the money have been taken by the lady we have no doubt she will return it at once.

TVFNiXfr star Ti;r:s r>.AY. January s, ists.



T\7"ANTED, a General Servant, 18 or 19 IT years of age, where no children are kept.—Two doors above Teasdale's, Baker, Grey-street. __ WANTED, a good Cheesemaker, apply at once: two General Servants for Nor folk Island.—Mrs. Elsmore's Registry, Short land-street. WANTED, a respectable Girl to attend children, and assist with needle work. Apply, with references, to Mrs. T. Hill, late Mr. Nicholl's residence, North Shore. WANTED a strong Girl as General Servant; must be able to cook, wash, and iron well; references required.—Apply to Mrs. Dacre, Ponsonby Road. WAN TED, a General Servant; one that understands plain cooking.—Mrs. Clarke, Shakespeare Hotel, Wyndham-3treet. ANTED, a Lad to Drive a Bread Cart, and to make himself generally useful.—Jas. Norris, Owehunga. ANTED to Let, a large Front Room, suitable for a Dressmaker or two Com panions.—Mrs. Ross, Victoria-street West. ANTED, a General Servant.—Apply to Mrs. Kummer, Grafton Road, near Choral Hall. WANTED, a Shoeing and General Smith.—Apply at Newmarket Forge. ANTED, a General Servant for~the Country, with knowledge of Cooking; references required.—Miss Henderson, Vincent streets _ WANTED, Tenders for the deliveiy of 3000 Kauri Posts. Particulars to be obtained at the office of the Auckland Graving Dock. WANTED to Dispose of, a good paying City Grocery Business, in coming small; fixtures and stock at a valua tion^— Hannaford^s_Agency^Queen-street. ANTED, a good General Servant.— Mrs. Waller, Epsom. WANTED, a respectable Young Man as Runner.—Apply at this office. W~Hn3AMPIER has good Kegatta o fehirt3, 2/; Belts, /6, Braces, /9; Scis sors, /8; Kid Reviver, /3 per bottle.—Victoria street, corner of Hobson-street. W" ANTED, 3 or 4 smart Boys.—Apply G. Gledhill's Ginger Beer Manufactory, Wellesley street. ANTED, 4 Bushmen to fell, Boy to be useful, Nursegjrls, Female Servants, Cook and Laundress. Wages, I±3 per week ; Boys to ride.—llannaford's Registry, Queen street. WANTED, a respectable General Ser vant.—Apply Mrs. Webb, Alma Place, Freeman's Bay.



GAZETTE IN BANKRUPTCY. JN BANKRUPTCY. In the matter of the "Debtors and Creditors Act. 1876, and of the Bankruptcy of David Hamilton, a Debtor. This is to notify that David Hamilton, Con fectioner, of Queen-street, Auckland, has this day filed a statement that he is unable to meet his engagements with his Creditors. The first meeting of Creditors to be held at the Supreme Court House, Auckland, on TUESDAY, the loth day of January next, at the hour of 12 o clock noon. Dated this Bth day of January, 1878. H. WILLIAMSON, Deputy Registrar. i^HORAL HALL. WEDNESDAY.—Second Night ! GREAT SUCCESS OF STEPHEN -m/f A S S E T T. jy-j. ENTHUSIASTIC APPLAUSE! ENTIRE CHANGE OF PROGRAMME!!! New Songs, " HAPPY AS A KING," AND "DYING BOY'S PRAYER." FU L SNOW!"®* COMIC ACCOUNT OF LIVING SKELETON!!! m BLACKSMITH'S STORY, &C, &c. BRET HART'S TWO NEW POEMS ! Box Sheet at Upton's. SCALE OF PRICES, 3/, 2/, 1/. BOARD OF EDUCATION Wanted a Teacher for the Paterangi School (Waikato). Applications, with Testimonials, to be delivered at the Office of the Board not later than MONDAY^Uth Jgrn-g^gj^ Secretary. ANTED to Purchase, 3 or 4 acres of Land, within a short distance of Auck land, with or without a house.—Apply G.G., Post-office, Auckland. ANTED, the Employees of the Union Sash and Door Company to know that the Mill has Started. __ irjSTANTED, a good General Servant for V T the Bay of Islands.--Apply to Mr. R. Stevenson, Grocer, Newton Road. ANTED, a Cooper to proceed to New Plymouth.—Enquire thics office. ANTED, a Youth accustomed to wait.—Apply this office. ANTED, a strong, active girl as General Servant, one accustomed to children.—Mrs. J. J. Holland, Symonds-street, corner of Havelock-street. ANTED, by a Lady, two or three men for board and residence; terms, 16/; also Furnished Bedroom. —Last house but one in Alton Road. ANTED Known, that Mrs. Elsmore, in thanking the Ladies of Auckland, Suburbs, and Country for their kind patronage during the past year, will be happy to forward Servants to any Ladies not suited before Christ mas, and to attend future orders.—Airs. Elsmore's Registry, Shortland-street. ANTED, a Female Servant with a knowledge of cooking.—Mrs Edward Isaacs, Eden Crescent. WaNTED, two respectable Girls, one as General Servant, the other to attend to children and do needle-work.-Apply, with references, to Mrs. Rees, North Head, North Shore. WANTED KNOWN, Furnished Rooms To Let, with the use of kitchen, at Richmond's, Grey-street. ANTED, a Boy about the age of 16 as an Apprentice to the Shipbuilding Trade.—Apply at the office of this paper. \TSTANTEDTTraders for Painting one VV Large Two-story House, Albert Place, in Albert-street, Newton. Applications to be made immediately to the proprietor, Mr. Cook, on the premises. Lowest or any tender not necessarilly accepted. ANTED, a Governess; a good knowledge of music indispensable.— Apply to Mrs Courtayne, Claremont Boarding House, Princes-street. WANTED, Improvers and Apprentices to the Dressmaking.—Mrs. Maxwell, Domain-street, Grafton Road. ANTED, Purchasers for all descrip tions of Timber, Sashes, Doors, Mould ings, Joiner's Work, &c, at Prices to meet the times.—Auckland Timber Company (Limited), G. HOLDsniP, Manager. ■•in O P R O V I D O R E S. Wanted, by the Auckland and Thames Steam Navigation Company, a Providore. Security reouired. For particulars, apply at the Office J. EDWARDS, Agent. W~ ANTED, a General Servant.—Apply Mrs. Macrae, Mount St. John, Epsom. ANTED, two Housemaids.—Apply Blue Post Dining Rooms, Lower Queen street. __^^__ WANTED KNOWN, that we are sell ing Tapestry Carpets from 2/11 per yard; Brussels Carpeta, from 4/9; Bedroom Carpets, from 1/; Heathrugs. from 6/6.; also, Mattings, plain and fancy. Linoleum, Floorcloths. &c, at lowest prices.—T. &H. Cooke, 67. Queen-street. WANTED KNOWN, that having a Large Stock of Iron Bedsteads, Fold ing, Stump, French, and Half-tester, we are offering them at low pkicks to make room for further shipments expected shortly: also, Mat trasses, Palliasses, Bolsters, and Pillows, all kinds.—T. &H. Cooke, 67, Queen-street. WANTED a good General Servant.— Apply with references to Mrs Dillon, Grafton Road. \\T ANTED Known, that the Opposition Vt in Queen-street is fiercer than ever. Mutton, 2d ; Beef, 3d; Pork, 4d; Lamb, 4d ; Steaks, 4d. Cash only.—A. Dornwell. WANTED KNOWN, First Choice Light Fancy Josephine Gloves. Prices, 2/6; worth 4/6. Gents' Fancy Kid Gloves, 2/6 per pair; Panama Hats, from 2/ to 5/; Gentle men's Leghorn Hats, 6/, worth 9/; and a great variety of Ladies' Straw Hats, Feathers, Flowers, and Fancy Trimmings to be sold cheap ; 40 doz. Children's Silk Gloves (white and coloured), 4d to 6d, worth 1/3.—W. Eyre, Ennis killen House, Victoria-street. ANTED, to clear out my Entire Stock of Furniture and Miscellaneous Articles of every description, as the premises are to be fitted up for the Working man's' Public Baths. N.B.—No reasonable offer refused.— Cheap Furniture Mart, Victoria-street East, coiner of High-street. ANTED Known, that 1). GOLDIE is prepared to supply all kinds !of Timbe and other Building Materials, including Sashes Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks Posts, Rails, Hardwood Felloes, Shafts, Iro Bark and Blue Gum Laths, Shingles, &c, &c. at the lowest marketprice, at his Yards Cus om-house-street. \TEW ZEALAND INSURANCE i3l COMPANY. The Ordinary Half-Yearly Meeting of Share holders will be held at the Offices of the Com pany, Auckland, at 2 p.m. on WEDNESDAY, the 9th January, to receive the Report and elect three Directors and two Auditors. The Transfer Books will be Closed from the 26th instant till the 9th pros. By order of the Board,^ r pjERcE> Manager. December 25,1877. "TVTOTICE is hereby given that the J3i Partnership hitherto existing under the style of Lusk and Beale, Solicitors, was DISSOLVED on the 31st December, 1877, by effluxion of time. The Debts due by and to the late firm will be respectively paid and received byMrH.H.Lusk. HUGH H . LUSK . . JOHN A. BEA.LE. Witness: E. W. Bukton, Clerk, Auckland. NION FIRE AND MARINE IN SURANCR 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 th« 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 time as they are paid. W. DEVENJSH MEARES. General Manager. Christchurch, Ist January, 1878.



A COMFORTABLE Home for a Gen tleman of sober regular habits in th« house of a Widow Lady without family. 01 lodgers, pleasantly situated in the weswrr suburbs, five minutes' walk from 'bus anc twenty from Union Bank.— Apply G., Stai Office. . JUST ARRIVED, PER 'HELENA, Ard FOR SALE by the Subscriber, WOOD'S FLOUR, sacks, 100's, and 50's L. W. EATON. January 1. 1878. ivToITW IQH UNION FI R 1 J^ INSURANCE SOCIETY. The Societies Offices have been REMOVEE to Hobson's Buildings, Shortland-street, nexi door to the General Post-Office. Reduced Ratios (according to New TaufT for Dwelling-houses, detached, 30 to 40 feet, formerly 15s?6d. to 205., now 13s. to 17s. 6d. pei CeALMANACS for 1878.-Policy-holders can re ceive new Almanacs Shortland-street. LL ACCOUNTS against the Northern Club to 31st December, 1877, to be ren dered at once. BURTON j DAVE NEY, Secretary. mHE MISSES BANKS will be happy JL to receive their Pupils on MONDAY, 14th inst. Lessons in Music, Singing, Drawing, French, and Wax Flowers if required.—Cholm ley House, Vincent Lane. A LADY living in Hobson-street is anxious to give Lessons in Music and Singinsr, either in English or Italian,—E.A., htar office. AKER, Pastry Cook, Cook, and Con fectioner.—A good General Workman wants work ; respectable steady man ; town oi country.—Address J. 0., this office. m OWN SHIP OF GLEN GARY. Purchasers of any allotments in the above Township who may have neglected to complete and legalise their title to the same, are hereby informed that, on application to Mr. Brookfleld, of No. 71, Queen-street, within fourteen days, they will receive every facility for doing so at once, otherwise they will be sold, particularly Lots Nos. 3,10,19, 26. 33, 34, 35, 45, 78, 84, 85, 87. W. McCAUL. January 3,1878. 13IAKO GOLD MINING COMPANY Jt (LIMITED). Notice is hereby given that the Directors have this day made a Call of One Shilling per Share on the Capital of the Company, payable to the Manager, at the Registered Office of the Com pany, Shortland-street, Auckland, on WED NESDAY, the 9fch day of January, 1878. F. A. WHITE, Manager. Anckland, December 10,1877 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 NrNB in the Evening, for the Receipt of Deposits only. RICHARD CAMERON, Manager. P E C I A L NOTICE. The business hitherto carried on by Messrs. G. Holdship & Co. will hereafter be conducted by the Auckland Timber Company (Limited). G. HOLDSHIP, Manager. E~W ING MACHINES, OF FIRST-CLAS QALITY AT LESS THAN COST. Having bought Messrs. E. Porter & Co.'s entire stock of Sewing Machines at a great reduction oft English cost, I will sell them at Prices never before heard of in Auckland, com prising Domestic and Manufacturing Machines of the best makers. Each Machine guaranteed and kept in order 12 months free of charge. GEO. W. HESLOP, ENGINEER, " THE FITTING SHOP," Victoria-street, a few doors above Quick's Stable*. TnLECTION OF COUNCILLOR. City Council Offices, January 4, 1878. It is hereby notified that Mr. JOHN GREY, and Mr. WLLLIAM BUCHANAN have been duly Nominated as Candidates foi the office of Councillor for the City of Auck land, and that, in compliance with the provi sions of "The Regulation of Local Elections Act, 1876," a Poll will be taken for one Council lor on TUESDAY, the 15th day of Januarj instant, at the Mechanics'lnstitute, High-street, within the said City, between the hours of Nine in the forenoon and Six o'clock in the after noon. HENRY RIDINGS, Returning Officer. AUCKLAND AND HAMILTON RAILWAY. REFRESHMENT ROOM AT MERCER. Tenders will be received up to Noon ol SATURDAY, January 12,1878, at the Office oi the Undersigned, for Lease of Refreshment Room at, Mercer. Tender to be marked "Tender for Refresh ment Room." Specifications to be seen at the Booking Office, Auckland, Drury, Mercer and Hamilton. By or er. MACDONALD, General Manager. MHRADESMEN'S ATHLETIC CLUI3. A General Meeting will be held at the Charle mont Hotel TO-MORROW EVENING, at 7.30 p.m. Up to Tuesday, the 15th instant, is fixed as the time to which members can join the Club to take part in the forthcoming meeting. JAMES REGAN, Hon. Sec. CARRIER PIGEONS.—A few~paii V 7 Choice Birds For Sale.—Apply this office, THE PINES, EPSOM.—Mrs. Rack straw desires to receive Two Young Ladies as Boarders. Terms on application tc Mrs. Rackstraw, or to Messrs. Chamtaloup anc Cooper. School duties will be resumed or Wednesday, 30th January. rjTIENDERS will be received until 4 JL o'clock on THURSDAY, 10th January for alterations and additions to a House ir Symonds-street. Plans and specifications car be seen at the office of H. Partington, Lane Agent, Stichbury's Buildings, Queen-street. jTi I T~lt LEVELS. City Council Offices, Nov. 30,1877. It is hereby notified that it is the intention ol the City Council of Auckland to Fix the Levels of the following streets :— VICTORIA-STREET, between Queen and Hobson-streets. WELLESLEY-STREET, between Queer and Hobson-streets. WYNDHAM-STREET, between Albert and Hobson-streets. WEST QUEEN-STREET, between Albert and Hobson-streets. ALBERT-STREET, between Cook anc Custom-house-street. CHAPEL-STREET, between Cook-street and the Cliff. Plans may be seen in the City Surveyor's Office; and all persons interested therein, oi liable to be aggrieved thereby, will be heard bj the Council at a MEETING to be held or WEDNESDAY, 9th January, 1878. All obiections must be in writing, addressee to and sent to the Council, not les3 than ter days before the day appointed to hear obieet ions. P. A. PHILIPS. Town Clerk. rjTIENDERS for the Erection of a School- JL house at PANMURB, will be received at the Office of the Board of Education, Wyndham street, Auckland, until noon of THURSDAY. 17th January, 1878. Plan and specification to be seen at the saic °JUCt:* VINCENT E. RICE, Secretary. mENDERS FOR DRAINAGE WORKS _I_ LORNE-STREET, BETWEEN VIC TORIA AND WELLKSLEY-STREETS. Town Clerk's Office, January 3.1878. The City Council will receive Tenders until 2-30 p.m. on WEDNESD AY, the 9th instant, foi the. Works as above, in terms of Specifications and Conditions at the Surveyor's Office. The Council do not bind themselves to accept any tender. Tenders will be endorsed ab above. P. A. PHILIPS, Town Clerk. m O BUILDERS. Tenders will be received until 4 p.m. of MON DAY, the 14th instant, for the Erection of Twc Villas in Ponsonby. Plans, &c, at my office, Albert-street, EDWARD BARTLEY, Architect.



FOR SALE, a Targe Allof-acnfe in Chapel-street.—Samuel Cochi\.i.o & Son. i jf5Q/\ CASH. Balance at 10s. ppr week.— I 3wO\/ Comfortable Cottage close to theßail t way Station.—S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland-street. ) jfj-i /_ to £1000 LENT, on Building Society SUXU principles or on any terms to suit borrowers.—C. Williamson. Estate Agent, Vul can Lane. Mortgages and Loans negotiated. I KS. PER FOOT, at Ponsonby, two Capita IO Building Allotments, measuring 80 x 100 for Sale at 15s. per foot.—S. Vaile, Land Agent, Shortland-street. IQ-| ACRE FARM, 17 miles from OJL Auckland. Good orchard, 10 acres in crass and crops, comfortable house of four rooms, plenty of wood and water; large run ad > joining. Price, £270.—5. Vaile, Land Agent, t Shortland-street. ~TT\ OR SALE, the Unexpired Term of the ' _? Lease of the Residence at present occupied ; by Mr. W. J. Hill, containing eight rooms, pleasantly situated in Parnell, and commanding a magnificent view of the harbour. For particulars and terms apply to Samuel Cochrane and Son. TO LE2, at Mount St. John, the Villa Residence lately occupied by Judge ; Gillies.—Apply at United Service Hotel, Queen street. V»QOK —NEWLY-ERECTED House of d&*jnj*J* 6 rooms, very neatly and con , veniently fitted up. Allotment. 40 x 102 feet; excellent view, both back and front. Terms 1 very easy.—S. Vaile, Land Agent Shortland > street. •_ J2>6>f^'K k -— A- ueat an 4 P^tty Cottage rfii*' & 4 of 5 rooms, with large freehold 1 allotment, pleasantly situated on the Great I North Road. Price, including Venetian blinds, > curtains, poles, book-case. &c. (all new), £275.— S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland \ tseet. TO LET or SELL (cheap), on easy terms, Large Marine Residence at Bella Vista. To Let, new Cottage, Ponsonby Road.— " Apply at office Masefield and Co. FOR SALE, a new double-seated Buggy, with two waterproof aprons. Double set sof harness, and poll if required; also one ■ second-hand Coach in gsod repair.—Apply to , Cousins & Atkin, Coach Builders, Market , Reserve. i J(_» pT fhfk CASH, Balance at 74 per cent. ■^&sJ*\7^" Excellent Improved" Farm of 200 acres, all fenced and divided into tnirteen paddock, over 100 acres in permanent grass and crops, 13 acres bush, remainder surface scrub, House of eight rooms, Stable, Cow-she<ls, &c, &c. Price, £1000.— S. Vaile, Land Agent, Short and-street. 1 £*/i X —Handsome Cottage for Sale in ; dwr_«J. Ponsonby, for £245. Beautiful view; ' Two Allotments. £45 deposit; remainder in weekly payments. —C. Williamson, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane. TO LET, 6-roomed House, Ponsonby and Franklyn-streets, good view of har bour ; 5-roomed ditto, Symonds-street.—H. Par tington. House and Land Agent, Stichbury's Buildings. O LET, a comfortable Cottage in Sea field View.—Apply T. Peacock, Optician, Shortland-street. TO LET, in Upper Symonds-street, a Gent's Residence, of 8 rooms; splendid view, water, &c. —Apply on the premises from II to 5, sixth house from St. Sepulchre's. O 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. Ashton and Son, House, Land, and Estate Agents, No. 8, New Zealand Insurance Buildings. /GROCERY BUSINESS FOR SALE, hJT with General Registry attached, doing capital business; satisfactory reasons for leav ing. —C. Williamson, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane. O LET, Harbour View Boarding House, Shortland street; 13 rooms.— Messrs Mowbray, Queen-street. TO LET, in Hobson-street, large Shop, with two rooms, three-stall stable, and large yard.—Governor Browne Hotel, Hobson i street. .::__ TO LET, a good five-roomed House, conveniently situated in Newton Road, jl i Mrs. Mclndoe, Karangahape Road, Newton. BUILDING ALLOTMENTS for Sale. Fernleigh-street, 25/ per ,foot; English street, 40/ per foot; Ryle-street, 30/ per foot; Brown-street, 15/ per fcot; i-'onsonby Road, 30/ per foot; Franklyn Road, 60/ per foot.—S. Vaile, . Land Agent, Shortland-street. I\TEW GOLDEN PAH GOLD MINING __1 COMPANY (LIMITED). Notice is hereby given that the Directors have this day made a Call (the fourth) of Sixpence per Share, on the Capital of the Company, pay able to the Manager, at the Registered Office o the Company, No. 14, Insurance Buildings Auckland, on WEDNESDAY, the 9th day of January, 1878. JOHN R. RANDERSON, Manager. Auckland, 21st December, 1877. AUCKLAND CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE SOCIETY. j An ENTERTAINMENT, in aid of the Funds . of the above, will be held in the Lome-street r Hall, on WEDNESDAY, 16th January, 1878. Tickets: Front Seats, 2s. > Doors open at 7.30, commence at 8 sharp. Tickets may be had at Messrs. Callnan and Canning's, Queen-street; Flynn's, Welle3ley street; Yates', Parnell; and of any of the members. OWEN MAHON, Hon. Sec. -| /\S. REWARD.—Lost, on the Race- JL \J course, a large Gold Earring, contain - ing two mosaic stones, quartz, and greenstone. A UCKLAND CHORAL SOCIETY. ___ Performing Members are requested to Meet for Practice on TUKSDA V first, the Bth instant. t Subject: Rossini's "Stabat Mater." f ARCH, CLARK, t Hon. Sec. . T OST, from Beresford-street, a Canary; jLJ has only one claw on left foot. Anyone j returning the same to Mr. W. C. Anderson, , Bereford-street, will be rewarded. LOST, on the Mount Eden Koad, a Ladies' Silk Umbrella. — Any person . having found it and leaving it at the Star office , will be rewarded. LOST, or taken by mistake, a new Silk Umberalla with A. on handle. —Finder , will oblige by returning same to Chas. Major, j Wellesley-street. FOUND, a Parrot. —The owner can have the same by paying expenses.—John Grey, C Eden Crescent. ODEL TRAINING AND GRAM MAR SCHOOL. Karangahape Road. , Conducted by Mr T. H. Smith. I School Duties will commence January 14. i Studies—Reading, Writing, Arithmetic. Book keeping, Grammar, History, Geography, &c. - Also, Knitting and Plain Sewing for Girls. The I Bible read daily. , Evening School at 7 p.m. i 1 T)E WARD & CO. 'S ESTATE A Second Dividend in the above Estate will be payable at the office of the undersigned on and after WEDNESDAY next, 9th instant, to those creditors who have proved their debts. [ E. R. CARDNO, 3 By order of the Trustees. Auckland, 4th January, 1878. I ! PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH, Alexandra-street. b DISTRICT MEETING SERVICES i Wednesday Evening, Jan. 9, b TEA and PUBLIC MEETING, at 6.30, in the Alexandra-street Church. Mr. Cockroft, of Timaru. will preside. Addresses will be de ). vered by the Revs. C. Ward, Dumbe 11, Potter ' x nd Mr. Puddiconibe. \ Thursday Evening, Jan. 10, i A TEMPERANCE MEETING will be held ' in .the IScnool-room, Alexandra-street, at 7.30. Rev. D. Dutton. F.R.A.S.. will preside. Ad dresses by the Revs. J. Dumbell, B. J.West " brooke, and P. W. Jones. [ADVERTISEMENT.] TO the Editor of the Evening Star.— Sir,—Will you be kind enough to inform I me whether the Mr. Buchanan nominated for the Municipal Council is the same Mr. Wm. Buchanan who resigned his seat in the Council 1 to go to England to negotiate for a steamer, while mechanics in Auckland were walking the streets in want of employment. A Ratepayer. ; Auckland, January 5,1878. OR HOKIANGA. \ GEELONG, 3 Capt X vne, will leave the Wharf, Onehunga, 5 on SATURDAY. 12th instant. r For freight or passage apply __^ B?NN _ V . "V^T- ANT E D KNOW N. TO TRADESMEN.-MECHANICS, AND OTHERS. ) Money advanced m sums of £2 to £50 on personal security, re-payable by weekly instal ments, at L. H. Neumegen, Auckland Loan Office, 165, Queen-street, opposite Savings Bank. Private Entrance down right-of-way.



SYMONDS-STREET Drapery Establish ment.—Having Bought a few Job Lines, I shall otfor them »t less than their original wholesale prices.—J. Heape_ SPECIAL |HIIEAIP T INES DRAPERY AND CLOTHING FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. H. ATKINS Will Shew the Following Cheap Lines During the Christmas Holidays :— A Large Lot of Rich, Bright, Black Silks at 3/11, as bright as sold at 5/6 Cheap Coloured Silks, beautiful shades Cheap Japanese Silks Cheap Dress Materials Cheap French Muslins A Job Line of Kxtra Quality Black Silk Jackets at one-third the original prices. Silk Umbrellas, splendid value, at 8/11 Lined Parachutes (Bought a Job) at 2/11, worth. double Cashmere and Lace Fischus, Capes, &c, at Reduced Prices Cheap Lace Curtains. Table Linen. Quilts, Sheetings, and Manchester Goods, for the Christmas Holidays. In the CLOTHING DEPARTMENT Cheap Silk Dust Coat?, Black Alpacca Coats, Trousers and Vests, Tweed Suits, Paget, Galatea, and Sack Coats, Boys' and Youths' Suits, &c., &c, &c. All Marked at Low Prices for the Christmas Holiday. THE NEW PITH HELMET. Job Line of Men's Straw Hats at 1/11, half-price. Job Line of Boys' Straw Hats at 1/6, half-price. A Large Stock of MOSGIEL and other TWEEDS. Cheap Tweeds for Boys' Wear. EL Atkins. i^f o t~ i c IT £1 REWARD.—Lost, just above the Junction Hotel, on the Kpsom Road, on the night of the 7th inst., a Pocket-book, imitation pigskin, con taining money and letters. Any person return ing the same to this office will receive the above reward. T i^O the Burgesses of the City of Auck __ land, and others signing the Requisition, requesting me to be placed in Nomination at the ensuing Election, rendered vacant through the election of Henry Brett, Esq., as Mayor, I beg to place my serviaes at your disposal, and should you do me the honor of electing me I will, to the best of my ability, watch over your Interests and act for the good of the citizens generally. I am, yours truly, JOHN GREY. The Committee will Meet at the Christain Association every evening, from 7 to 9. UPERIOR PREPARATORY SCHOOL, Hobson-street.—Carlton Aca demy will Re-open as above on MONDAY, 14th inst. Hours from 9 a.m. to 12 noon; from 2 p.m. to 1 p.m. Course of instruction : Latfn, 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 quaiterly, in advance). The Quarter reckoned from dat jof entry. Evening School as usual at 7. —C. B. Andrew, Head Master.—January 7,1878. AHEAVEY, not beins: able to dispose c of his Business, is willing to dispose of the Stock very cheap. No fair offer refused. Goods and Jewellery of every description ; also about 500 allotments of Land to be sold on ea&y terms, as A. H. is leaving the colony. —A. Heavey, Pawnbroker, Wyndham-street. A UCKLAND GAS COMPANY U:V~ (LIMITED). The price of Coke is now 20s per ton, at the Works, for Cash; or, if so agreed, Monthly Accounts at 255, with 5s per ton discount. Cartage, within reasonable distances, at 2s 6d per ton. A ton of Coke is equal to 60 bushels, or abou double the bulk of Coal. THURSDAY, JANUARY 10. GOOD BUSINESS, SHOP, COTTAGE OF SIX APARTMENTS, AND ACRE, IN ONEHUNGA, near the Roman Catholic Church. THE subscriber has received instructions from Mrs. Armstrong, to sell the above, with the GROCERY STOCK andFURNITURE and Kitchen Utensils, on Thursday, 10th inst., at 11 o'clock, on the Premises. Part of the price may remain on the House and Grounds. MONDAY, JANUARY 14. ON THE WHARF. CHRONOMETERS, IRON SAFES, BAROMETERS, CHARTS, SAILS, COMPASSES, LAMPS, BOILER TUBES, FIRE BARS, STEAM COCKS, WIRE ROPE, SHIP'S GEAR, OFFICE & FITTINGS, &C.j &C, <£C, E. & H. ISAACS WILL sell by auction, on Monday next, the 14th instant, on the Auckland Steam Packet Company's T, Queen-street Wharf, A Large Quantity of Ship's Gear, Office and Fitting, &c, &c, comprising—Chronometers, Iron Safes, Barometers, Charts, Sails, Com passes, Lamps, Boiler Tubes, Fire Bars, Steam Cocks, Wire Rope, Patent Log, Chimney Glasses, Rockets, Signal Lights, Flags, Bolts and. Nuts, Cement, Tarpaulins, Mast-head Lights, Side Lights, &c, &c, &c. Also, Office and Fittings complete. NO RESERVE. TO-MORROW. NOON. A SUPERIOR PIANO, by "Ziegler," walnut case; 55 Windsor Chairs, Garden Roller, a large Cedar Sideboard, Mirror, an Organette, Flutina in case, handsome Mahogany Four-post Bedstead, Rio v Half-tester Bedstead, Spriug Mattrass, Parlour and Dining-room Suites, Loo and Square Tables, Washstands, Toilet Tables. Marble-top Washstand. Toilet Ware, Wardrobe, Chests Drawers, Meat Safes Cane, Wood and Stuffed Chairs, Couches, Range, Stove, Kitchen Utensils, £ packages of Glassware. Also, 20 packages of Scrap Leather, &c. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. AT ARTHURS MART, FURNITURE DEPARTMENT. TO-MORROW. SUPERIOR FAMILY RESIDENCE. By Okdek of the Mortgagee. GEO. W. BINNEY WILL sell by public auction, at the Com Exchange, To-morrow, January 9 at 11 o'clock, That Desirable Villa Residence, at presen occupied by Mr. James McLennan, con taining six rooms; is situate immediately at the rear of the Choral Hall, and is well and faithfully built. Will be sold subject to a mortgage of £450. Lease abouc 95 years, at the moderate rental of £12 10b per annum. Immediate Possession. Terms, at Sale. TO-MORROW. RETAIL STOCK DRAPERY HABERDASHERY MILLINERY HOSIERY CLOTHING FANCY GOODS STATIONERY, &C. GRANT & MORTON HAVE been instructed to sell by auction, To-morrow (Wednesday), th« 9th inst., at 11 o'clock prompt; A Retail Stock of the above Goods. Every Line for Absolute Unreserved Sale. Terms at Sale.