"THE BIBLE FOR THE WORLD."

LECTURE LAST EVENING.

The Rev. A. N. Somerville, D.D., delivered a lecture in the Theatre Royal last even ing. Subject, " The Bible for the World,'' J. C. Firth, Esq.,in the chair. The Rev. Mr Burrows offered up prayer, and the Eev. D. Bruce read a chapter from the Bible.. The choir then saug " I have found a joy in sorrow." The Chairman then opened the proceedings. He said that it he were to tell them that this was an age of books be would be telling them what everyone already knew. Books in our time had become, tbe companions of men in almost every circum stance of life. The philosopher searched them deeply, , the young lady skimmed over her three-volnmed novel, the statesmen searched books for statistics and political facts, the lawyer searched his well-bound tomes for ancient precedents, and the merchant with nose to the grind stone carefully scrutinised his ledger. But in time past the Bible was the book of the world. The lecturer would tell them that the Bible differed from all other books, iv that it contained the whole duty and destiny of man. After some further remarks, the speaker introduced Dr. Somerville, who was received Avhit applause.

Dr. Somerville said that it would convey but a very inadequate idea of the Bible to say that it is the most wonderful book in the world. It differed from all others, in that it was from beginning to end the very word of God. In it are stored up all the promises of God, and in it are inscribed all his com mands. It was destined to effect greater cbauges than fleets and armies, art, science, philosophy, and merely human literature. The Bible is the beautiful mould in which humanity is to be re-cast, and to take upon it the lineaments and features it possessed in Paradise. The Bible is the monument on which God has chiselled the record of Creation, Providence, and Redemption. Unlike the tower of Babel or confusion,"in the Bible carnal confusion ends, and diviue order begins. Around it the scattered tribes of tbe earth were destined to be united in Truth, Holiness, and j Love. The Bible had already effected wonderful changes on the agencies of Heaven. For upwards of 4,000 years after the creation, God communicated with man by visions, dreams, divine appearances, voices from Heaven, the pillar ot cloud and fire, the glory be tween the cherubim, the Urim and Thummin, inspired men, miracles, super natural signs, and the ministry of angels. The visits of angels, miracles, and inspired teachers had not been known for the past 1770 years, and infidels asked why they were not witnessed now. The answer was that the Canon of Scripture, having been closed, had shut tip all these agencies, but it had not deprived the world of any advantages, because it contained within itself more than all the forces lodged in the instrumen talities previously employed. The com pleted Scriptures contained greater bless ings than were vouchsafed when God com municated with man. The Bible had many assailants. Many of its contents are said to be legendary, mythical, and inaccurate, and some of its mightiest facts were said to. be unworthy of belief. In certain quarters ■ —he spoke of his own country—the great verities of God's word were being covered with taAvdry ceremonies and religious gewgaws, as childish as they were un scriptural ; and since 1870 the supremacy of tbe divine oracles had been set at nought by the dogma of Infallibility of a sin ful man. Tbe leviathan of Rational ism that has so long oppressed Germany, and which has straddled over into the lowlands of Holland, has swam across the North Sea, crawled up our island shores, shewn amongst us its scaly propor tions, and with open jaws and merciless teeth had made its way amongst men of culture. Ritualism, another monster, with glossy skin, more serpentine movement, and toothed with poisonous fang, is winding its shiny way among the gentler, weaker, and more excitable members ; and is threatening many provinces with destruc tion. Again, a system which he - did not care to characterise, but which was fraught with peril to souls, is persistently watching to tear down some person of rank or of ecclesiastical position. But tbe Bible had encountered too many assaults to give way before this triple antagonism. To the Bible, said the lecturer, we owe our civilization, advancement/ and prosperity. Under its benign and stately tutelage Great Britain has grown up to be the noblest among European nations. If we lose our faith in tbe Bible, and our attachment to it, the loss ■will be our own. The Bible itself will remain in its unimpaired strength, grandeur, and beueficence ; like the lighthouse on the rock, it will defy the hurricane. The fogs of scepticism, and superstition, and impos ture may for a time obscure the brilliancy of its beam. The surge of human passion, tbe waves of irreligion, worldliness, and enmity to God, may roll up its white shaft, and for the moment over-top it withf oam and spray. The whirlwind of recreant unbelief may rave and strike furiously against it, but the divine Pharos will still abide, its foun dation secure, not a stone of its fabric dis placed, its light streamingtranquilly athwart the gloom to assure the agitated heart The Bible is the -word of the living God. There need be no alarm for it; let us reserve our salutary fears for ourselves. The lecturer went on to say that the friends of the Bible did not fear criticism; from the days of Celsus and Porphry it had excited the enmity of man, yet the book was to-day what it had been and will be. Notwithstanding the" errors, heresies, and idolatries, the wasting feuds and con tentions, the strife of sects, the captivities and persecntions and revolutions that had occurred during the ages ; notwithstanding the audacious literary frauds and forgeries perpetrated in days gone by, the tampering with documents, the hot zeal of scepticism, the efforts of unsparing modern criticism, and the relentless hatred to which the Scriptures had been exposed, the 39 books of the Old Testament and the 27 books of the new remain to-day exactly as they have been. God had watched over the sacred canon. Like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, they had been cast into a furnace seven times heated, but as of these young confessors of the olden time, we might say of these books that " over them the fire has had no power," nor has " the smell of fire passed on them." The lecturer then referred to the persecutions of 311, and the imperial efforts that had been directed against the Bible, and to the fact that in 325 the Roman Empire declared itself Christian. The Bible bad now been dis tributed in 200 different tongues. He com pared the Bible to a great exhibition, con taining the most beautiful woiks of art. The Bible was a book for the world ; and though oriental in its character, was suited to all ages. He pictured Timothy learning the Scriptures at the feet of his mother, and his subsequent advancement to the position of Paulstrusted evangelist, when the apostle in his last hours wrote to him to continue in the scriptures which he had known from his youth ; and the lecturer adduced this as a proof that the Scriptures suit all ages of life. He then dilated on the suitability of the Bible to modern require ments. The second portion of the lecture dealt with the inspiration of the Bible, ably replying to arguments, which have been used to°shew that inspiration was merely illumination in a higher degree. After a careful study of 50 years he had been unable to discover the alleged errors m the Bib'e He shewed that God in preparing Hiswritten word for mankind had poured His inspiration through the constitutional chaiacteristics of the writers, and that every verse of Scripture was therefore to be recaved as the word of Cod He drew a fine parallel between God s mode of conrnunicating His word through different medums, and the skiU of amusician playing the same air in different keys od a great vaiEty of instruments. The third portion of tVe'lecture was devoted to a notice of circulation of the Bible, and concluded with thefollowing eloquent peroration :—

PShall we take advantage pf the King a per mission, and step inside? We approach by the beautifiil garden of Eden, with its innocent flowers, its groves and lucid streams, lhe first part of the building, that of highest antiquity, bears the name of the Chambers of Law and Justice. These are five in number—the Books of Moses. One of these is a sort of vestibule to the others, and resembles a long gallery, hung with portraits and pictorial scenes of sur passing interest mementos of persons and events that had place before a stone of the budd ing was laid—su-h figures as those of Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Hagar, Sarah, Jacob. Esau, and Joseph; and such scenes as Paradise and th n Flood, the departure from Ur of the Chaldees. the tent-door at Mamre, the flaming cities of the Plain, the offerins: of Isaac, Rebecca at the Well, the ladder at Bethel, and the _.oy ernor of Egypt weeping on the neck oi nis brethren. . . __. Thence we pass through an extensive r_nge of imposing apartments-the. Chambers of Historic Record. These comprise the .Library of the edifice, and in them are laid up the Church's archives for more than a tnousana years. These rooms are twelve in number, and stretch from "Joshua to Esther, .Then we cometoawi-leand unroofed space called the Gymnasium of the bbilding, or the Saints exercising grcund-the Book of Job. Entering right off this, vre find ourselves in the Music Gallery of the Psalms, the orchestra of the house where dwell a(i the sons snd daughters of song, with cymbal, trumpet, psaltery, and harp. Issuing thence, we pass at once into the Chamber of Commerce the Book of Proverbs; not far from which is the sombre Penitentiary, where sorrowful bankrupts and other defaulters may remain for a time with profit—the oook of Ecclesiastes. A little further on, we open into a tiny parlour in the midst of larger rooms, the Chamber of Sympathy with Mourners—the Book of Lamentations. Interspersed among all these, the eye is regaled with such delightful Conservatories of flowers as the Books of Kuth and of the Song oi Solomon- And next we come to a noble suit of lofty apartments, some of which are of great capacity, and are laid aut witn extraordinary splendour. They are seven teen in numb-r. These are tde Halls ef Ancient Prophecy, which follow in grand succession from "Isaiah to Malachi." Thence we pass to *t the portion of the edifice of modern construction, and enter four spacious chambers of peculiar beauty—of fairer marble than e'er was taken from the quarries of Paros, Pentelicus, or Carrara chambers of which one does not know whether to admire more the simplicity or the exquisite finish. At once the walls arrest us. On them we see, not golden reliefs of palm-trees, lilies, pomegranates, and cherubim, but four full length portraits of the Lord sof the building Himself, drawn by the Holy spirit's inimitable haud. These are the books of the Four -Evan gelists. Stepping onwards, our ears saluted by the loud sound of machinery in motion, and entering a long apartment, we find ourselves face to face with wheels and shafts and cranks and pinions, whose motive power is above and out of sight, and which will bring on changes all the world over. This is the Chamber of Celestial Mechanics, the great work-room of the building—the book of Acts. Leaving it, we are conducted into the {.stately Halls of the Apostolic Fpistles, no fewer than twenty-one iin range. The gotdendoors of fourteen of these are inscribed with the honoured name of the Apostle to the Gentiles; those ,of the seven others with the names of James and Peter and John and J ude. Within these halls^the choicest treasures of the Lord are stored.

And last of all, we arrive at that mysterious Gallery whose brilliant lights and darkshad9ws so curiously intermingle, and where in sublime emblems the history of the Church of Jesus is unveiled till the Bridegroom come—the grand Apocalypse. And now we have reached the utmost extremity of the building. Let us step out on the projecting balcony, and look abroad. Yonder, 'beneath us, is a fair meadow, through which the pure River "of the Water of Life is winding its way, on either side of which stands the Tree of Life, with its twelve manner of fruits, and its beautiful leaves for the healing of the nations; and in the distance, high, on the summit of the ever lasting hills, the City, all of gold, bathed in light and quivering with srlory—the new Jerusalem, its walls^of jasper, its foundation of preoious stone 3, its angel-guarded gates of pearl—the City that needs no sun, no moon, " for the glory of the Lord doth lighten it, and the Lamb is the ight thereof."

The lecturer concluded by an earnest and powerful exhortation. Atintervals during the lecture the choir sang "Steal away to Jesus," and other hymns. The Rev Mr Webb moved a vote of thanks to the chairman, who, after acknow ledging the vote, moved a vote of thanks to the lecturer, which was carried by accla mation.

Dr Somerville then came forward, and instead of making a speech in reply, called upon the meeting to sing " Praise God from whom all blessings flow," which was given with great earnestness and power. The Rev. Mr Hobbs pronounced the benediction, and the proceedings ended. There were about 2,500 persons present, the passages being occupied, and many others were unable to obtain admittance.

ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA COMPANY.

THE Royal Italian Opera Company is announced to open at the Theatre Royal on the evening ot Friday, Februrry Ist, for a season of eighte__i Lights. The Company, which has just c pleted a successful tour in the Southern provinces, is one of the best that has ever visited Auckland, and is well and favourably spoken of by the press. It comprises the following, talented artistes, who have achieved brilliant successes in Europe—at the San Carlo Opera House in Naples; Scala Theatre, Milano ; and at the "Pergola," in Florence : -"Prima Donna Drammatica *ssoluta," Signora Augusta Guadagnini; " Altra Prima Donna Asso luta," Signora Maria Caranti Vita; " Prima Donna Contralto Assoluta," Signora Margherita Venosta; Comprimaria, Miss B. Royal; Primi Tenori Assoluti, Signor Pietro Paladini, Signor Edoardo Camero; Primo Baritodo, Signor Giovanni Gambetti; Primo Basso, Signor Gaetano Cesari; Basso Buffo, Signor Augusto Tessada; Baritono Brillante, Signor Alfredo Borzoni; Second Basso, Signor Pietro Favas, Suggeritore, Signor Bar tolomeotti ; Conductor, Monsieur Carron ; Maestro al Piano, Mr Harcourt Lee|; Costumieri and Attrezzisti, Signor Rivolta and Mr Morrison; Meccanista, Mr F. Smith; Signor Gaetano Cesari officiates as Director. There is a. large" and complete orchestra, full chorus, and elegant wardrobes. The follow ing operas have been selected for production on the first six evenings of the season :— "Aida," " Trovatore," "II Barbiere di Siviglia," "Un Ballo in Maschera," " Son namula," " Lucrezia Borgia," "Faust." Those for the succeeding nights will be chosen from the following :—"Lohengrin," " Norma," " Pipele," " Lucia di Lammer moor," " Roberto il Diavolo," " Regoletto," " Semiramide;" " Marta," " Puri tana" "Saffo," Mose in Egitto.' Two of these " Aida" and " Lohengrin"— are entirely new to the people of this city, but they have had the effect of drawing crowded houses elsewhere, so we have no doubt but that they will be well received here. The terms of subscription have been fixed at the following scale: dress circle, 24 tickets, transferable, available for any night, six guineas; admission for any single night—dress circle, 7s 6d; stalls, 4s; pit, 2s. Subscribers are allowed the privilage of securing any particular seats up to the time of closing the subscription for any night or nights during the season. The box plan will shortly be thrown open to the public. We anticipate a successful season for the Company in Auckland, and no doubt our citizens will appreciate the excellent musical treat, which they so seldom have an opportunity of hearing. The subscription list has been left at Messrs Upton's, Queen-street.

"THE CADGER" — AN "ORIGINAL SKETCH.

In nearly every colonial city there are a number of fairly-dressed and well-mannered but utterly penniless and wholly unprin cipled youths,who have nothing to live upon, and are too lazy to work. For want of a better title Aye may as well call these gen tlemen " Cadgers," for like a certain biblical personage, " They go about seeking whom they may devour." Luckily one can easily identify them, as they are nearly all remarkable for the same exceedingly objec tionable peculiarities. In the first place, the " Cadger" is extraordinarily cordial on introduction, and pressinglyanxious that ,we should drink at his expense. He becomes familiar before we can clap our hands, and after half-an-hour's conversation uses our Christian name quite as if he had a right to do so. The next time we come across him he greets us as an old frieha-" Welfc .og man, bow are you?" Note carefully that « old man " is a favourite familiarity of the cadcer-" How goes it, old man ? Have & d_hik%'3No, I'll pay. Confound it, left „ iy purseathome. Lendnshalf-a-sovereign. » Havn't got one !" " Oh well, half-a-crown will do. Thanks." The cadger always

leaves, his purse at home. The well 1 worn excuse does everlasting duty for his shameless impecuniosity. He will borrow any sum you will lend him,* and, as long as there is a chance of getting another sixpence out of you he will be friendly, almost brotherly, iv his demeanour. When, however, the long-suffering lender refuses further aid, the cadger usually finds a pre tence to take offence and fix a quarrel on him. You cannot very well remind a man with whom you are quarrelling that he owes you'money ; that is, of course, if you happen to be a gentleman. There is no limit to a cadger's meanness ; ad a rule be reviles those people the most from whom he has received kindness. But where and how does the cadger live ? He neither receives nor earns money, and when his character gets known borrowing becomes a matter of difficulty. Yet he always seems to have a shilling in his pocket, and a house to return home to. There are many friendless widows and spinsters letting apartments in this city who could explain tbe mystery if they would. I\ know! one well-known " cadger" who has lived several months in various . boarding - houses both at Auckland and the. Thames, without paying a, single sixpence. This high-minded English gentleman has in eveiy instance systematically chosen un protected women for his dupes. " Cadgers" really ought not to be treated as they are. •We constantly find well-known members of this genusg admitted into decent society on pleas which should not be allowed for an instant. A. is an awful drunkard, but be is good company. B. is a rascal, of course, but then look what an excellent crick he plays when sober. C. slugs well, and so on, &c, &c. People who weakly or good-naturedly allow these sort of men to associate with them, and impose upon them, even in trifles, are guilty of a sin against the community which it is difficult to forgive. The colonies are made far too comfortable for the "bad eggs" which England so freely exports. If our cities were made disagreeably hot for " cadgers " and all such gentry, we should have fewer of them, and honest youths really anxious to work would stand a better chance of getting on than they do now. Max. i

MEETING OF CREDITORS.

A meeting of the creditors in tbe estate of D. Hamilton, confectioner, was held at Mr G.W. Owen's store this afternoon. About nine creditors were present. The chair was occupied by Mr Owen. Mr Dewar made a statement of the stock, furniture, and plantfin possession of Mr' Hamilton. Several of those present expressed dissatisfaction with Mr Hamilton's statement of affairs. Mr Isaacs said if Mr Hamilton gave a straightforward account,, he would assist him, bnt if, on the other hand, he did not do so, he was willing .to contribute £»10 towards having the case investigated. A list of questions was prepared to be sub mitted to Mr Hamilton, who was then sent for. [The meeting Avas proceeding when our reporter left.]

BOARD OF EDUCATION.—THIS DAY.

At a meeting of the .Board ot j__Uucation this afternoon, it was resolved to advertise for a head governess having a diploma, to assist Miss Stodart in, the high school for girls, the advertisement to appear through out New Zealand and Australia. The salary will be £350 a year. The Boaid determined to grant an extra scholarship to Hazard of Paparoa, who was taken sick when leading by 14 points; and bad since completed his papers creditably. disteict scholaeship's eepoet. The following report was submitted :— The number of candidates was for scholar ships 60, for certificates 20; total 80. Your committee have the honor to report the fol lowing result of the examinations for the district school scholarships :— Joseph R. Sykes, age 15, Auckland City East No. 1, 541 marks. John William Gittos, age 15, Paparoa School, 521 marks. Edward H. S. Hill, age 15, Auckland City East No. 1, 521 marks. Edmund Pardie, age 15, Auckland City East No. 1, 519 marks. Audley Jones, age 14, Auckland City East, No. 1, 469 marks. • Francis Holmes, aged 13, Auckland City East, No. 1, 420 marks. Ernest Brabazon, aged 14, Auckland City West, No. 1 School, 410. j These are entitled to scholarships. j Harry Hassard, Paparoa, 349 and 106 marks —455. An extra scholarship was awarded to this candidate. Fred D. Luks, aged 13, Driving Creek School, 404 marks. Certificate of pro ficiency. (Left Sitting).

CRICKET.-ELEVEN OF AUSTRALIA v. 22 OF OAMARU.

This match was played yesterday at Oamaru, and as it was a one day's match, and not played out, it was decided in favous ot Australia on the result of the first innings. Oamaru were unabie to play Millington, one of theirjbest bats, but they made a very decent show notwith standing. They took the wickets first, and put together 66, the chief scorers being Neilson 18 and J. Smith 11. The Australians started their batting, as usual, with the two Bannermans, who ran up 57 between them before they were disposed of. The only other yisitor who made double figures was Bailey, who put together a dozen. The innings closed for 113. The Oamaru team went in again, and ten wickets were got rid of for 43 runs, when time was called. BThefollowing are the scores :— Oakaru Twenty-Two. First Innings: Lowe, c Murdoch, b Spofforth, 2; Edwards, c Gregory, b Spofforth, 0; Rice, b Garrett. 0; Neilson, c Blackham, b Garrett, 18; Bennett, b Spofforth, 0; Nicholls, b.Spofforth, 0; DeLatour, c .Murdoch, b Garrett. 1; Rlcket, st Murdoch, b Spofforth, 1; F. Fenwick, b Spofforth, 3; Booth, b Garrett, 5; McDonald, b Garrett, 0; Rotinson, b Garrett, 0; Walls, b Garrett, 3; Davidson, b Garrett, 0; Smith, b Garrett, 11; Taylor, b Spofforth, 6; Atherton,b Garrett, 1; McGannett, c A. Bannerman. b Spofforth, 0; G. Fenwick, b Garrett, 0; Tempest, b Garrett, 3; Maude, not out, 0; extras, 12; total, 66. Australian Eleven. First Innings: C. Bannerman, b Edwards, 45; A. Bannerman, b Lowe, 12; Horan, b Edwards, 8; Spofforth, b Lowe, 2: Murdoch, b Lowe, 0;; Blackham, b Edwards, 9; Gregory, c Sumpter, b Edwards, 9; Garrett, c Tempest, b Lowe, 4; Boyle, b Lowe, 6; Bailey, b Lowe, 12; Kendall, notour, 1; extras, 5; total, 113.

ORCHARD THIEVES.

(To the Editor of the Star.) Sir,—There is thieving going on again—more orchard thieving. You will not forget, sir, the very bad caseß reported of orchard thieving last season! at Devonport, and at Epsom, and elsewhere ; and that then, having information, I wrote to the Star, on public grounds, advis ing a hiring of armed watchmen during the ripening three weeks. Now, this afternoon (Thursday) being down at Mr Swainsons, Judge's Bay, I was informed that yesterday a fine plum tree there was stripped of its nearly ripe fruit by thieves. A.t the news I -elt half indignant, and repeated my advice—the watch, the'gun, and the shot. The advice, I notice, sir, is generally accepted, namely, the firing and tho shot. Look out! Also, at the North shore. So, then, after all, sir, Dr Philson must—must have extra work at the Hospital, extracting shot from live bodies, &c. One of the several prices of peace is war. Multum in parvo.—l am, &c, W. E. Sadler.

POLICE COURT.—This Day.

(Before R. C. Barstow, Esq., R.M.) EFFECTS OF DKINK. John Eastman, on remand, was charged with being drunk on the 12th inst. Mr Sub-Inspector Pardy said the prisoner had been in gaol seven days, and was now in the Hospital. ~ , , ... Arthur Nolan, (on remand) was charged, with being drunk in Queen-street, on the 11th inst. Prisoner pleaded guilty, but as he had been in charge of the police seven days, the case was dismissed.

MRS WETHERALL. Susan Wetherall alias "the Parrot" was called upon to shew cause for failing to contribute towards the support of her children in the In dustrial School, the arrears amounting to £10 4s. Mrs Wetherall did not appear, and Mr Sub- Inspector Pardy stated that she was doing a month in Mount Eden at present. The case was therefore withdrawn. .CITY RATES. Several City Rate cases were settled out of Court. .*! This concluded the business."

Mr Larkins has invited a number of pei> sons to meet at his residence some day next week, when they will be addressed by Rev Dr Somerville. No doubt many persons who have been unable to attend any of the evangelistic meetings will be present.

CHIEF POST-OFFICE, AUCKLAND; Mails will-Close as Unoh-u. For Thames, this day, at s.3o'p.m_;: and to • morrow at 11.30 a. m. For Coromandel, per Argyle, on Monday next, at 11.30 a.m.

For Norfolk Island, per Waiwera, to-morrow, flit. 9 fl> TV- For Waiwera. Mahurangi, Matakana, Manga wai, Waipu, Wangarei, and: Mangapai, per Ann Milbank, to-morrow, at 10 a m. For Russell and Kawakawa,. per Hawea, on Monday next, at 4p.m. For Russell,. Kawakawa,. Wangaroa,. and Mop • gonui. per lona, on Monday next; at 4 p.m. For Whitiangi; Tauranga and Opotiki, per Rowena, on Monday next, at 4 p.m. For Napier and Southern provinces, per Rotorua. on, Tuesday, 22hdinst.,.at 2 p.m. For Australian Colonies, per Zealandia im mediately after her arrival from Honolulu.. S. B.BISjS. Chief Postmaster.

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Before the New Year holidays set in kind husbands are reminded they should treat their wives as well as them;, selves to some new Clothes. A nice new Dress and Hat for the wife, and Clothing for children and self can be obtained at a very small, cost at the City Hall Arcade. You will find this is the right Establishment in which to lay out yoiir cash. After the necessary articles of clothing are purchased, what spare money you have can be well invested in making your homes comfort able hy buying a little Furniture or a new Carpet, Floor Cloth, Curtains, etc., etc., for there you will see the Greatest Variety in Auckland. Tapestry Carpets from 2s lid ; Brussels from 4s 9d; Bedroom Carpets from ls ; Fancy Mattings, and Furniture of all kinds proportionately cheap. Country Settlers are invited to stroll through the spacious Show-Room, 166 feet long,: and inspect the Stock.—Holloway, Garlick, and Cranwell, Proprietors, City Hall Arcade, Queen and Lome-streets. —rAdvt.l The value ol coke as a fuel, and as a means of economy of coal, is not appreciated sufficiently, A mixed fuel of coal and coke is invaluable for the ordinary purposes of heating, and still more for those cooking and raising steam, as it absorbs ,he smoke or inflammable gases given oft by coal during combustion, and renders the fire brighter,clearer, and hotter. This is much more apparent where our local coals are used; indeed, owing to the rapidity of burning, some of these threaten to go out of consumption altogether. Coke supplies exactly that which these coals lack—body and resistance. Every Householder should buy coals and coke at the same time, and, if convenient, mix them ; smaller bills and greater satisfaction will be the result The price of coke is advertised elsewhere— [Advt.]



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Id each, or 9d dozen, willdo for ladies also; Baking Powder, 6d tin; Table-cloths, 2s each; Superfine Groats, 8d tin; Infants' Sun Hats, ls; Straw do., 6d ; Swiss Muslin, reduced to 6s the piece of 10 yds.; Beautiful Bows, 9d; Flour, ljd; Garter .Elastic, Id yds.; other Elastic, 4 yds. at Id; my Splendid 2s Tea is now extra Splendid; Kid Reviver for Boots or Gloves, 2d bottle; &c, &c. —Victoria-street, corner of Hobson-streel. WANTED, a few hands to Split Posts and Cut Firewood.—Apply Christopher Gardner, Awitu: or to E. Gibbons and Co., Onehunga. WANTED, a Female Cook. — Mrs. Endean, Railway Terminus Hotel. WANTED, a Plasterer for Gisborne, must understand cement work; wages lis. per day; free passage; references required. —Apply to T. and S. Morrin. WANTED, Purchasers for all descrip tions of Timber, Sashes, Doors, Mould ngs, Joiner's Work, &c, at Prices to meet the times.—Auckland Timber Company (Limited), G. Holdship, Manager. WANTED, two furnished rooms, with use of kitchen, in the vicinity of Par nell or Newmarket.—Apply, starting terms, to 5.8., Ponsonby. WANTED, a smart Youth to learn the French Polishing. — E. Drinkwater French Polisher, Collingwood-street; or to H. Jenes, Cabinetmaker, Shortland-street. WANTED, a good General Servant.— John Soppet. Queen-stieet. WANTED to Purchase, 20 pairs of Blackbirds, on behalf of the Acclimati sation Society, by Mr. E. Robinson, Wyndham street^ WANTED, a Shoeing and General Blacksmith.—Apply Newmarket forge. WANTED, a good General Servant, references required.—Mrs Theophilus ssling, St. Stephen'? Road, Parnell. WANTEDTT-ay and Martin's Empty Blacking Bottles in any quantity.—Mr. Lake, Sale-stteet, Freeman's Bay; WANTED, a General Servant; refer ences required.—Mrs. R. H. Stevenson, Shelly Beach Road, Ponsonby. \\TANTED~Known7that the Opposition TT in Queen-street is fiercer tthan ever. Mutton, 2d; Beef, 3d; Pork, 4d; Lamb, 4d ; Steaks, 4d. Cash only.—A. Dornwell. RESSMAKING.j*— Wanted a good h^nd; no other need apply.—Mrs. Grice, Newmarket. I WHAT the Working People want is, something Good but Cheap—as Fore quarters Mutton at 2d; Prime Roast Beef from 4d; Superior-made Sausage, 4d; Boiling Heef, Pork. Veal. Poultry, Smoked Beef and Mutton Hams, Pickled Rounds of Beef, Ox Tongues, &c. Everything is warranted Best Quality, and Same Price every day.—George Hulme, Steam Sausage Factory, Queen-street. WANTED, a good Cook for restaurant; one who understands the business; none other need apply.—F. P. Gardner, Queen street Wharf* " : ANTED Known, that D. Goldie is prepared to supply all kinds of Timbe arid other Building Materials, including Sashes Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks Posts, Rails, Hardwood Felloes, Shafts, Iro Bark and Blue Gum Lathß, Shingles, &c, &0. atthe lowestmarketprice, at his Yards Cus tt m -hoiise-street. W "ANTED KNOWN, that having a 1 Large Stock of Iron Bedsteads, Fold ing, Stump, French, and Half-tester, we are offering them at low prices to make room for urther shipments expected shortly: also, Mat frasses, Palliasses, Bolsters, and Pillows, all kinds.— T. & H. Cooke, 67, Queen-street. WANTED, an experienced Housemaid. Apply Mrs. Murdoch, Prospect, Mount St. John. WANTED KNOWN, that we are sell ing Tapestry Carpets from 2/11 per yard Brussels Carp.ts, from 4/9; Bedroom Carpets, from 1/; Heat_rugs. from 6/6.; also, Mattings, plain and fancy. Linoleum, Floorcloths. &c, at lowest prices.—T. &H. Cooke, 67. Queen-street. WANTED, 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'sPubhc Baths. N.B.—No reasonable offer refused.— Cheap -Furniture Mart, Victoria-street East, comer of High-street. mO MASTERS OF VESSELS,' BUSH JL • MEN. ETC. Wanted to Purchase, 4 or 5.000 Ti-tree Rails, in any quantities. Highest price given. Applyt° F.ARCHARD, Britomart Hotel. XYf AN T E_D KNOWN. TO TRADESMEN, MECHANICS, AND OTHERS. MONEY ADVANCED in SUMS of £2 to £50 on personal security, re-payable by weekly instalments, at L. H. NEUMEGEN, Auckland Loan Office, 165, Queen-street, opposite Savings Bank. * Private Entrance down right-of-way.



, "J^T O TTi C'E. J.-. £ — •-' J •-- & J.. & D. OXLEY, SHIPGHANDLERS, SAILMAKERS, ANT SHIPPING AGENTS, Have RE MO VED from, the Wharf to the pre miaes next Mr. H. B. Morton's, CUSTOM-HOUSE-STREET. SUPERIOR PREPARATORY SCHOOL, Hob3on-street. CARLTON AC-DEMY Has RE-OPENED as above. Hours from; 9- a.m. to 12 noon; from 2 p.m. to 4, p.m. Course of instruction: Latin, Greek,. Mathematics; Algebra, Euclid, Book keeping, and English in all its branches. Holi days: Two weeks at Christmas; one week Midwinter. Terms (including pens, ink, slates, j and pencils), £1 Is quarterly, in advance), lhe Quarter reckoned from date of entry. EVEN ING SCHOOL as usual at 7.—C. B. Andrew, Head Master.—January 14, 1878. . "TW- EWT O N GRAMMAR SCHCOL. REV. PETER MASON, B.A. Duties will be resumed on MONDAST, the 28th instant. "VTEWTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. The PRIZES will be delivered on the evening of FRIDAY, 25th, in Excelsior Hall, half-past 7 o'clock. Parents and friends invited to attend. ARANGAHAPE ROAD, second House from Upper Queen-street.-The Misses SUPPLY'S Pupils will re-assemble on MONDAY, 21st January, 1878. M"~ ISS HILL'S Pupils will resume their studies on MONDAY, the 28th. MRS. MITCHELL'S Singing Lessons will re-commence on WEDNESDAY, 23rd instant. The Juvenile Class at 4 p.m.,-and the usual Adult Class at 7.30 on Friday, 25th. MISS VAUGHAN TEACHER OF THE PIANOFORTE, Parnell. Terms on application. HANS "sbUCI,"EMILY PLACE. Mrs. Shayle George's Pupils will resume their Studies on Monday, tho 28th inst. The Quarter Days for the ensuing year are the 28th January, 22nd April, Bth July, and the Ist October. . T ICENSES TO SELL KEROSINE. Town Clerk's Office, January 18. 1878. Notice is hereby given that Licenses to Sel Kero.ine expire on the 31st instant, and must he renewed on or before that date. P. A. PHILIPS, Town Clerk "TW" O T I C E. The Merchants whom I deal with in Auckland are respectfully requested not to ship any Goods consigned to me by the s.s. Durham, now trad ing to Coromandel. JOHN UNCLES. AUPIRI COAL MINING COM PANY (LIMITED). The Company are now supplying COAL, at their Mine, Huntly Railway Station, at the following prices, per truck load of five tons, in bulk:— Household (lumpy) .. .. 60s. Steam (screened) 40s. Slack 20s. Discount allowed on orders from 20 to 100 tons, 10 per cent.; over 100 tons, 20 per cent. Orders for any intermediate stations on the line are requested to be sent direct to the Mines, addressed to the Mine Manager, Taupiri Coal Mines, Huntly, accompanied by remittance, and the Coal will be supplied without delay. If required in bags, purchasers will please for ward these to Mines, rail freight paid; extra charge for filling bags, ls. 6d. per ton. Orders for Auckland and Onehunera received at the Company's Office, Fort-street, where fur ther information may be obtained. The following are the rates of carriage charged by railway, per truck load of five tons :— Mines to— Mines to— Newcastle .. 12/6 Papakura .. 38/4 Mercer .. .. 18/4 Papatoitoi .. 44/2 Tuakau.. .. 25/ Otahuhu .. 46/1 Pukekohe .. 29/2 Onehunga .. 49/2 Drnry .. ..35/10 Auckland ..51/1 Mr. R. W. Hammond has been appointed Sole Agent for the Sale of the Company's Coal at Auckland and Suburbs. FRANZ SCHERFF, Secretary. Fort-street, Auakland, Sept. 6,1877. l^T OTICE is hereby given that the South J_3l End of Chapel-street, adioining Cook street, is CLOSED for Public Traffic, during improvements, until further notice. -.— P. A. PHILIPS. Town Clerk. Town Clerk's Office, January 17, 1878. "DODNEY RACES. THURSDAY. 14th FEBRUARY, 1878. Hurdle Race (Handicap), 20 soys., twice round the course; heats; nomination, £1 ls.; acceptance, £1 ls. Northern Cup (Handicap), 25 soys., three times round the course; nomination, £118.; acceptance, £1 ls. Settlers' Race (Handicap), 15 soys., for all horses the property of and in the bona fide possession of settlers north of the Whau three months previous to the day of meet ing. Nomination, £1 ls.; acceptance, £1 ls. Puhlicans' Purse (Handicap), 15 soys., three times round the course. Nomination, £1 Is.; acceptance, £1 ls. Pony Rack, of 8 soys., for Ponies 14 hands and under; 71bs. allowed for every inch; twice round the course; heats; entrance, £1. Trotting Race, of 5 soys., four times round. Entrance, £1. Handicapper: Mr. Percival.l Qualification fee, £1 ls. The winner of the Northern Cup to carry lOlbs. extra. Nominations, with fees enclosed, will be re ceived up to 7 p.m. of the 26th January, addressed to the Secretary, at Warkworth. Weights declared on the 9th February, and acceptances close on the 13th February, at 7 p.m., when the entries for Pony and Trotting Race will be received. First race at 12 o'clock. MATTHEW ANGOVE, Hon. Sec. Warkworth, January 14,1878. TAURANGA ANNUAL RACES, TO. TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY, 29th JANUARY, 1878. Judge: Herbert W. Brabant, Esq., R.M. Starter: A. C. Turner, Esq. Clerk of Scales: J. D. Wrigley, Esq. Cierk of Course: DanielMcGarvey, Esq. Handicapper : Joseph Ellis, Esq. Stewards: T D WriKley J- 0. Young B. M. Edglcumbe, J. P. J. A. Ghadwick, J.P. O. M. Quintal J- Elhs W. M. Commons J- Yercoe R. C. Fraser „ .- . M. Kelly, J.P. R. Hunter. Programme :— 1 Handicap Hurdle Race, of 30 soto.; d&f tance, 2 miles, over 8 flights of hurdles, 3ff 6in. high. Nominations 205., acceptance 30s 2 Maiden Plate, of 10 soys,; distance, 1J miles; weight for age. Entrance, 30s. 3. Pony Race, of 7 soys.; distance, 1 mile, for ponies 14 hands and under. Entrance, 20s. 4 Tauranga Hockey Club Handicap, of 50 so/s.; distance. 2 miles. Nomination 30s, ; acceptance 40s. Second horse to save his 5 Maunganui Plate, of 5 soys.; distance, 1 mile.Entrance, 10s. Horses to be ridden and owned by natives. 6. Ladies' Purse, of 15 soys.; distance, li miles; welter weights for age. Entrance. 205., 7 TTArir Race, of 5 soys., with half entrance 7 m^ney added. Entrance, 203. Catch weights. Distance, once round the course. The winner te be sold for £10 immediately after the race, surplus (if any) to go t3 the Race Fund. Post entries. 8. Consolation Stakes, of 10 soys. (Handicap). Distance, once round the course. Entrance 10s., acceptance, 10s. • Nominations for the Tauranga Jockey Club Handicap and Hurdle Race will be received by the Secretary up to 8 p.n_. on Saturday, 19th January, 1878. Entries for the other races close on Saturday, the 26th January, at 8 p.m. ■ Colours of riders and all particulars must be forwarded with entrance money. fee, one guinea, must be sent in at the time of entrance. Three horses to start or no race. The Auckland Jockey club Rules will be strictly adhered to. The decision of the Steward* in all cases connected with the Races shall be final. _ • . , .. Entrances, under sealed cover, to be sont to the Secretary, At the Commercial Hotel, Tau raDga" DAVID ASHER, Hon. Sec.



• qn 11-E-. GR « A T »" A_X V.' O3?K s. AL hXifir.iThr: Now open next d.iorto th*> i'nfon Bank of Atts > tralia, Queen-street One of the Most Brilliant Collections of Figures ever Exhibited, comprising Royalty, States men, Philanthropist;! Heroes, Nove lists, &c. fee- * Admission : One Shilling ; Children, half price. Open from 10 a.m. till 10 p.m. C, GHILONI Se CO. FUR SALE, a Large Allotment in Chapel-street.—Samuel Cochrane & Son. £QA CASH, Balance at 10s. per week.— O\J Comfortable Cottage close to theßail ! way Station.—S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland-street. __. 1 A to £1000 LENT, on Building Society dt»±V principles or on any terms to suit borrowers.—C. Williamson. Estate Agent, Vul can Lane. Mortgages and Loans negotiated. 1 PTS. PER FOOT, at Ponsonby, two Capita lO Building Allotments, measuring 80 x 100 for Sale at 15s. per foot.—S. Vaile, Land Agent, Shortland-street. Q-f ACRE FARM, 17 miles from OJL Auckland. Good orchard, 10 acres in arrass and crops, comfortable house of four rooms, plenty of wood and water; large run ad joining. Price, £270.—5. Vaile, Land Agent, Shortland-street. O LET, at Mount St. John, the Villa Residence lately occupied by Judge Gillies.—Apply at United Service Hotel, Queen street. . TO LET, a comfortable five-roomed House with Kitchen, in York-street, New ton ; water laid on. Terms easy.—York Hotel. Upper Queen-street, Newton. TO LET, that double front (plate glass) ohop and Dwelllng-House in Queen-street, next door to Hemus and Hanna's.—Apply to F. He win and Brother, Grocers. TO LET, the Premises lately occupied by Professor Kvans, Queen-street.—Apply to Manager Bank of New South Wales. TO LET, a Shop in Queen-street, in the occupation of D. Hamilton, Confec tioner.—D. Evitt, next door. TO LET, a six-roomed House, pleas antly situated in St. Mary's Road, Poh by.—Applyto J. and T. Mason, Hairdressers, 186 Queen-street. . ~ TO LET, in good order, five-roomed House, within two minutes walk of Union Bank ; also, 5-roomed Symonds-street.—H: Partington, House and Land Agent, Stichbury's Buildings. TO LET, a 4-roomed Verandah Cottage. —Apply to R. Laing, Ropemaker, Picton street. OR IMMEDIATE SALE, a new, well-built 5-roomed Cottage, large allot ment ; also, 7-roomed House, with delightful view (Ponsonby).—H. Partington, House and Land Agent, Stitchbury's Buildings. OOOC -NEWLY-ERECTED House of <&€>&*}. 6 rooms, very neatly, and con veniently fitted up. Allotment. 40 x 102 feet; excellent view, both back and front. Terms very easy.—S. Vaile, Land Agent Shortland street __ X 9-^T^>- —A neat and pretty Cottage d&& & 4 W. of 5 rooms, with large freehold allotment, pleasantly situated on the Great North Road. Price, including Venetian bhnds, curtains, poles, book-case. Sec (all new), £275.— S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland street. FOR SALE, an office, 14ft. x 10ft., nearly new, to be office.—Apply A. Hunter, at j. Smyth's Timber Yard, Railway Wharf. JA* PAA CASH, Balance at 7_ per cent. Excellent Improved Farm of 200 acres, all fenced and divided into tnirteen paddock, oyer 100 acres in permanent grass and crops, 13 acres bush, remainder surface scrub, House of eight rooms. Stable, Cow-sheds, &c, &c. Price, £1000.— S. Vaile, Land Agent, Short and-street. BUILDING ALLOTMENTS for Sale. Fernleigh-street, 25/ per foot; English street, 40/ per foot; Ryle-street, 30/ per foot; Brown-street, 15/ per fcot; Ponsonby Road, 30/ per foot; Franklyn Road, 60/ per foot.—S. Vaile, Land Agent, Shortland-street. Vi.OUND, in tbe Theatre Royal, last JD night a Purse, containing money.—Apply Rev. A. W. Webb, Hon. Sec. LEFT, at tbe Theatre last Sunday morning, an Umbrella.—The finder will oblige by leaving it at Excelsior Boot Factory. ISS ROBERTSHAW'S Pupils will Resume their Studies on Monday, tne 21st instant. The Retreat, Manukau Road, Parnell. E W I N G 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 ' Stables. UCKLAND COLLEGE AND GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Affiliated to the University of New Zealand) The Quarter Days for the current year are 6th February, 27th April, 17th July, and sth October. FARQUHAR MACRAE, Head Master. "VTATIONAL FIRE AND MARINE J3 INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. Capital £1,000,000 Reserve •. £50,000 Re-Insurance Fund £20,000 Insurances effected against Fire and Mabine Loss of Every Description of Property, at Lowest Current Rates. Prompt and Liheral Settlement op Claims. HENRY E. WILLIAMS, Manager, ~ Auckland Branch. JMILLINERY ! M^LINERY,!,! MRS. BUTTERWORTH, MILLINER, Wishes to inform the Ladies of Auckland, and her country friends, that she is Now Showing a Large Assortment of New Millinery in great variety. TRIMMED HATS, FROM 1/11. LADIES' COSTUMES, FROM 5/11. CHILDREN'S COSTUMES, RIBBONS, FEATHERS. FLOWERS, &C JMrs. Butter worth, LONDON & PARIS PATTERN DEPOT, g MILLINERY DRAPERY, AND UNDER CLOTHING ESTABLISHMENT. Paper Patterns of Every Description, QUEE N-~S~T R EET, Auckland. EMU ERA.—Ladies' Boarding and Day School, conducted by the Misses Anstie. —The First Quarter will commence on Tuesday, 22nd January. STUDIES will be resumed on Monday, 21st instant, at Mrs. Lewis' Seminary, Epsom House. Onehunga. N SALE, by Edward Wayte, and at the Th vtre Doors, Sankey's Hymn Books, Latest EdiLu-i, as used at the Evangelical Meeting. TTPPER SYMONDS-STREET. Mrs. GLOVER'S Pupils will resume their puties on TUESDAY, the 22nd inst. T R . A ■ V E D Strayed into my paddock at Remuera, on Saturday last, the 12th January, a Strawberry coloured Cow, branded W on right hip, and" right horn off.---The owner can have the same on paying expenses, by applying to WM. FRENEY, Remuera. A S THE OPPOSITION IS FIERCE ! JT I AM QUITE PREPARED: Fore Quarters Mutton. 2d per pound Legs Mutton, 3d. Everything Equally Low. Cannot be obtained at any other Shop in town. Three doors from Dornwell's. J. TUCKER, Late T *dtcker and Wilson. eepg i§i *<rt mo MARK MASTER MASONS. A Lodge of Instruction will be held, at tho Masonic Hotel, THIS EVENING, at 7.30. - All Mark Masons are invited to be present. ; vrEWTO'N HAEMONI'U M. 1 A refund of 16s. in the £ will be paid to any Subscriber who may wish to h*ve it, on TUEB -' DAY, 22nd instant: af f r that date the ba'ance " will be handed over to the New Church Fund. Applyto ItOBEKT S-EVENSON, ■ • . : , , - Newton Road.



* I A UCKLAND GA S CO MP AN V ' - ■ ' (LIMITED). The price of' Coke is now 20s per ton, at the Works, for Cash; or, if so agre. d, Monthly Accounts at 255, with 5s per ton discount, j 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. C. DENNES has made Immense c Reductions in Sejfaig Machines. See Prices: Wheeler and Wwon from £5 10s; Singer, £7; Hand Loc&stitch from £3; Hand Chain-stich, from £_iT*Pea_son's Wax Thread Machines for Sadd-ffrs.—Great Machine Depot, Queea-street. Weekly payments taken. TO" O - T I . C E. All Outstanding Accounts against the Liqui dation of the Auckland Steam Packet Company must be sent in to the Ofiice of Messrs. Combes and Daldy, Queen-street, not later than MON DAY, the 21st instant. By order. WILLIAM LODDER, Secretary. to: O T_ I C ,E. Unclaimed Luggage. 1 Box, T. Hanley ■1 box, Oulliman ■ 1 Case, No Mark 1 Leather Trunk, No Name. * If the above is not claimed within fourteen days from this date, they will be sold by auction to pay expenses. ■' '•■ W. LODDER. CIHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR / SCHOOL, PARNELL, Affiliated to the New Zealand University. School Duties will be Resumed on Monday, February 4th. -' ___________ JAS. ADAMS, B.A. DESSERT AND CHRISTMAo FRUITS, fj ; F, HEWIN & BROTHER Respectfully invite an Inspection of their Stock , . OF. '~ .. .., . *VpEW "pRUITS & "piANCY A RTICLES Suitable for the Season ! A nice assortment of Cystalised French Fruit in Fancy Boxes, Imperial Plums. French Fruit, in Brandy, Muscatel Raisins, New Figs Pre served Ginger and Chow Chow, New Walnuts Barcelona Nuts, Jordon Almonds, &c. ' JELLIES. Pine Apple Jelly, Orange Jelly, Guava Jellys Apple, Red and Black .Currant Jellies (in jars and tins), Calves Feet Jelly; also, Crosse and BlackweU's Black Currant and Raspberry Vinegars. ■ — . ', FANCY BISCUITS. Huntley and Palmer's best kinds: Dessert, Mixed, Ratafias, Italian Macaroons. Suear ' Wafers, &c., &c. * Also, Mckenzie & Mckenzie's CELEBRATED ALBERT BISCUITS as supplied to Her Mai esty the Queen weekly. CHRISTMAS HAMS. A Splendid Stock Just landed, and now opened out. DUTCH CHEESE. 25 cases, ex Otaki, very prime. CHRE3TMA S PUDDING. Plum. Pudding in tins, and Mince Meat. CHRISTMAS CANDLES, And other Fancy Artiles, suitable for Picnic, Dinner, and Evening Parties. FRENCH PRESERVES. JP at<t *_- FS ie ,Gr£ s '. Pates of Hare, Lark . Thrush, Woodcock, Snipe, ,&c. JjV" ■ jpwisr & TJROTHER, FANCY GROCERS AND PROVISION FACTORS, THE TH POT,,QUEEN-STREET, the opposite JL , . Corner .to the United Service Hotel. And at Grahamstown and Shortland. BERDEEN POLISHED GRANITE •MONUMENTS,- ; In Red and Blue, from £5, ' Free on board ship to any part of New Zealand. Inscriptions Accurate and Beautiful. Plana and Prices free from. JOHN LEGGE Soulptor. Aberdeen. Scotland SO UT H B RITIS H INSURANCE COMPANY. CAPITAL, £1,000,000. Buildings of every description, and Contents, Insured. Wool from Sheep's Back or Shipping Port for London. Vessels, Freight, Gold, Grain. Gum, and Cargoes generally Insured to and from London, the Colonies, America, China, Mauritius, the Islands, &c. Lowest Current Rates. Head Office, Auckland. A. BOARDMAN, Manager. AUCKLAND AM A t!TR ATHLETIC/CLUB. A FOUR-MILE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE, among members of this Club, will come off on WEDNESDAY, 16th February. Entries, with fee Of 2s. 6d., and colours of the n^id_^e, must be sent in to the undersigned by WEDNESDAY, the 30th instant, at 8 p.m., at which time they will be received at the Club room, Thames Hotel. t">' v The next GENERAL ATHLETIC MEETING of the Chib is fixed for SATURDAY, the 9th March. The Programme will be published shortly. to ALFRED KING, ""''■ Hon. Sec. mO HIGHWAY BOARDS.' Notice is given that the " Auckland Star" is duly appointed a Gazette for the insertion of all HIGHWAY BOARD and other PUBLIC NOTIFICATIONS required by any New Zea land or Provincia' Statute. " ■ ■ THURSDAY, JANUARY 24. AT 12 O'CLOCK. GEO. W. BINNEY WILL sell by public auction, at the Corn Exchange, Queen-street, on Thurs day, 24th instant, at 12 o'clock, That Very Compact. Suburban RESIDENCE, containing seven rooms, situated in Paget-street, Ponsonby, having a front age of 66 feet, and at present in the occupation of Mr. L. Coupland. The House is well and faithfully built, and commands a most extensive and uninterrupted view. Grounds tastefully laid out. Is a most desirable investment to those wishing to secure a really comfortable horde. > ;TermsCash; \ [X.(i O. GREENWOOD.] MONDAY, 21ST JAN., NOON. LORNE-STREET, J , CORNER OF VICTORIA-ST. EAST. R. C. GREENWOOD HAS received instructions from Mr. W_ P. Hoffman, to sell by auction, on Mon day next, at noon, at the corner of Victoria street East and Lome-street, THREE 4-roomed COTTAGES, as they now stand on the allotments at the rear of the Blue Post Boarding-house, to be removed within ten days time. . „_ , , ._, ,_,, Also, immediately after, by order of the Choral Society, on the Barrack Hill, near the College and Grammar School:—A.Large Quantity of Well-seasoned Flooring, Timber, and Trussels. R. C. GREENWOOD, Myctioneer MONDAY, JANUARY 21. CORN EXCHANGE AUCTION SALE ROOM. TO BE SOLD BY PUBLIC AUCTION; G. W. BINNEY WILL sellby public auction, at the Corn Exchange, oh Monday, January ; I at 11 o'clock, AN INVOICE OF BRUSHWARE» Consisting of Horse, Water, and Dandy Brushes ; :' Banni-ter, ..airy. Cioth, and Shoe Brushes N-i'-l, Tooth, and Hair Brushes. '. Bivout _J.t_s.ds; • • ' . V. SeC, OCC, &C, Terms at Sal-»