Wren, Auckland; Bowen, Mahurangi; WWttar aud C. White. The judges did tlei- work very satisfactorily, at any rate ho c who took prizes think so -Refresh meiits during the day were provided on the Sound by Mr 0. D. Gray, who came forward at the eleventh hour to help the Committee in this important matter Messrs Inger aud Curtis also did their best toXiinf for the public. A tea-meeting was held in the Hall, after which a pleasant meeting, the Rev. W. Gittos P^ding. The following is the programme y-%™ I*,, man's speech f Glee, </ Sisters of toe Sea Reading, "Prize List; Song, J- Stump Cup," well siin|by*& A^Stuar t judge's speeches. g Miss Atkm, &• Son- "ThoseEvening^us recited ' Glee, "O Fly with me.

GRAFTON RIDING MEETING,

DR. WALLIS ON THE RESURREC TIONISTS.

A public meeting of the electors of Grafton "RidiaF was held in the school-room, East street, New ton, at half-past seven o'clock lastevsning to consider the intended attempt to ma.c the obnoxious Counties Act, 1876, opera'i ye in the County Eden. The meeting was called by Dr. Wallis, M.H.R. Amoigst those present were : Messrs W. Swaison, ALII.IF, A.K. Taylor, Chairman, Edor Council ;P. .J. Dalton Morison, W. Holdship, Dr. Purchas* Chen., and G. Staines. Onihe motion of Dr. Wallis, Mr Young Warim was called to the chair, and read the adveiisement convening the meeting from the & AR. He then introduced Dr Wallis. Dr "Wallis, who was received with ap plau . commenced by reviewing the circum stance which led him to convene the meet ing, le described the opposition which had been excited against tha Counties Bill throimout the colony, aud mora especially inthprovince of Auckland, before it bo caniaaw, and which led to the insertion of the i-missive clauses. A majority of the Counilors elected for Eden were pledged to h_g up the Act, but it was afterwards founthat a majority of them were in favour of brging the Act into operation, but were dete.d by the unanimous indignation of the pple; and the Act was hung up amidst univ-al applause. (Cheers.) When lie -was boy in Scotland, he was often terri fied hearing of a certain class of people term " Resurrectionists." When the law did iot permit medical men to purc_e bodies for dissection, they engaged mento go out at night into the cem-ies and dig up the dead bodies. Thewas a class of people in the Eden Colli Council to whom he would apply theai "resurrectionists." The Act was solely tried, condemned, aud hanged, in due'-ni of law, and then, these resurrec tion came forward and endea vou: to slink iuto the churchyard undcover of darkness and galvanize the.iserable corpse iuto a ghastly reseance of life. (Great laughter.) Thffnnted the people to know nothing abo;. They bad distributed a circular seci, inviting the Council to meet on We-day evening to bring the Act into opera. " (Cries of shame" and hisses). (Tlieaker read the circular). The one he Lved was addressed to Mr John Wa That was not he. He had handed it k to the Post-master, but th-gentleman said it must be for (Dr James Wallis), and as he saw it from Tothill's, it must contain sonng about scrip. (Laughter). Of coiihe circular could not have been intaally misdirected; but if ha had notpened co receive it from the Post- Ma the Council might have met on W(day without the public being aware of intention. He could not imagine th_ch a proposal would be brought for unless there was a majority in theucil determined to make the Act

6p<e. There are certain Counties in theny where the Act is in operation, avers where it is not. As they say in Caury, the colony is "grid-ironed." Thocates of the Act said this anomaly shobe removed by bringing the Act interation throughout the colony ; hnty should not those Counties wbhad adopted the Act apply to i Assembly to abolish it? Tht was in operation in 36' Counties, andn operation in 27. In about 20 Co_ the Act was deliberaty adopted, anome 16 others it came into operation hei the ratepayers did nothing to pret. They could not expect either of. to admit that they had committed a Ir. The real argument of the party in den County Council was : " Let us brie Act into operation, and we shall hd-e or six splendid billets bunging £1- £200 a year to our friends." (Ler). These were the disinterested "•een. There would he a chairman wDO or £400 a year ; a treasurer, who mCounties received £300; there was a reasurer in some Bounties, an en;, offices, messengers, and other th In Waitemata, the expenses were 2$ cent of the funds ; and a£ thnauies £726 10s. They saw thames Councillors travelling about co;ly at Auckland, Waikato, and dire. They received 8s a day trag allowance, in addition to thO 10s. (Laughter.) In Vincent Ccthe Chairman received £400 ; sur velOO ; clerk and sub-treasurer, £250 ; in,050. In Tuapeka Mr J. C. Brown ret £200 ; the clerk and sub-treasurer, £2ngineer, £175 ; inspector, £20S ; and trag allowance, £26. Sub-treasurer, £2nd travelling allowance £38 ; in all £1 It made his mouth water to think ofhese fine billets. (Laughter.) In onuity they had a County-solicitor, ane next thing would be a Couiity cUan. (Laughter.) He (Dr Wallis) add that some of the roads were not in gondition, but it was the duty of the Ge Government which;received the tolls sot them. Major Atkinson had neg le<these roads in oider to force the pe.o adopt the Act. He had expected thisen Sir George Grey came into office heuld have, the roads repaired, bin sorry to say he had done nothing. Hasidered it a great shame that a Goment, which had made so many prcs of doing such wonderful things, sh< have done no better than the Goment which preceded them. Of coi Sir George Grey had been busy goibout in other parts of the colony, ans colleagues were travelling about froian to Bathsheba, (laughter) and had nohe to attend to the roads, but he h_ they would soon find time. The sper then dwelt on the extra taxation v/hlthe adoption of the Act would in vol There was Is in the £ already, and tkelption of the Act would cause a tax of .her ls, they might borrow to four tinilie annual value of the rates, and best this the Premier had announced his inton to introduce a general laud-tax nexbar. The speaker also referred to the&dvautages of the present mode of cleg the County Chairman, as compared witae election of the Superintendent by the pie; also the continuance of Councillors for _c years. He considered one year woi be long enough. The term of office of present Council would expire in No.ber, but they wanted to have the speng of some £1,200 before then, in ord) put their friends and supporters into sitv ms. They ought to leave this question to I ealt with by the incoming Council. Thoctors wouid remember what fools the ouncillor. made of themselves in legj to that precious seal—(Laughter). 'Ihs. unciilors would not accept his pro poiijiat they should themselves subscribe thelß which it cost rather thau take it outthe money of the ratepayers ; weie suden fit" to be entrusted with patronage (crpf " No"). The Council had hung up that; there was nothing for them to do, an|et they rented an office to do it in ; theivas no meeting, and no work for a clejand yet they engaged Mr Tdthill at

£i 04 a year to do nothing. A party in the Council felt confident they Avould adopt the Act in defiauce of the people. There would be three against three, and of course, the chairman would vote with the ayes. It was like death, the electors could not avoid it The best step therefore would be to join the city, or form a municipality. (Cheers). By joining Auckland they would form part of a re spectable Borough. If they formed all these suburban districts into municiplities, in a few years they would all be Mayors or Councillors.and there would be nobody left to be governed. (Laughter). They would beglike McPherson with 25 men and five and lifty pipers. He would conclude by propos ing : __«' That the ratepayers of the Grafton Ridng in public meeting assembled, are of opinion that the Counties Act, 1876, should continue inoperative or [hung-up iv the County of Eden." He had not asked anyone to second it. Mr G. Staines seconded the motion, but disapproved of the proposal to join the city, from which they would derive no benefit lor years, as there were so many streets to be "made. The rates in the city were 2s 3d in the £ ■ la for general rate, ls water rate, and 3d for a market which was originally intended for country producers, but now only injured the shop-keepers. Mr A. Taylor, Chairman of Eden County Council, said he had called the meeting prescribed by the Act to divide the funds, but being informed that there was a desire that he should include in the circular a meeting to consider the question of adopting the Act, he left instructions with the clerk to call a meeting for that purpose if a requisition was received, and heard nothing further about it until he received the circular. The mistake of addressing the circular to Mr John Wallis, instead of " Dr. James Wallis," was the blunder of Mr Tothill's clerk. When asked if he would bring the Act into Speration he (Mr Taylor) replied that he would have nothing to do with it. The meeting was simply called to consider the matter. Mr Cherry : Who signed the requisi tion ? Mr Taylor : If I do not mistake, Mr Barton lieland and Mr Masefield. Three names are necessary under the Act. I think there was a third.

Mr Staines : Was it yourself, sir. (laughter.) Mr Taylor : No, I knew nothing about it till I received the circular.

Mr Cherry supported the resolution, and hoped the other suburban districts would adopt similar measures.

Mr Garrett had regarded the hanging up of the Act as settled. He would like to know whether the chairman could delegate his functions to the clerk, and the clerk again to his assistant. Dr. Wallis had not spoken with his usual force. Perhaps he was anxious to avoid breaches of privilege. (Laughter.) He (Mr Garrett) liked him best when he was guilty of breaches of privilege. The resolution was put and carried un animously. Mr Holdship, in a sensible speech, shewed that Graftou might join the city by arrange ment, and not have to pay the water and market rates. After a few practical remarks by Mr Garrett, Mr Cherry protested against the idea going forth that Grafton desired to join the city. Dr. Purchas would persistently oppose rhe Counties Act. If they joined the city it should only be on the condition that wards should be defined, and that they should not pay the same rates as the city. Mr Jenkins urged the other suburban districts to take prompt action to prevent their representatives in the Council from voting for the Act. Mr Holdship moved, and Dr. Wallis seconded, jp, vote of thanks to the Chairman, which closed the proceedings.

CLIFFORD'S GRAND EXHIBITION.

This excellent exhibition succeeded in attract ;..,, o <a,u o„/.i_.T.o-> inst, pvenin<* in the Albert

Hall. A portion oC the entertainment portrayed the wild animals of the Zoological Garden, Regent Park, such as the lions, tigers, wolves, elephants, buffaloes, etc., of that moat remark able of ail natural exhibitions. The views were clear, well-defined, and apparently of life-si;:e. The feeding of the lions is quite a feature in these gardens, and among the most eagerly sought of scenes by Londoners and country visitors to the metropolis. A number of photo graphic views of the cities and towns of New Zealand were also shewn, and not tbe least interesting were those of Auckland, recently taken by Mr Steal, of Pulman's photographic rooms. The views of Queen-3treet, the banks, the Supreme Court, and other public buildings, -were received with applause. Great amuse ment was caused on the production of St. Paul's church, by tho lecturer announcing it to be Pitt-street Wesleyan church. The continental scenery, including scenes in Russia and Turkey, were specially interesting at the present time, and were thoroughly appreciated. The same programme with some additions will be given to-night, which we learn, will be tho last of these exquisite hi«h-clasa exhibitions.

POLICE COURT.—THIS DAY.

(Before Colonel Nation (chair), and Johu Cosgrave Esq., J. P. 's. SAILORS AS HOKE. Escaped the ocean and the tempest's roar, The happy sailors frolicked ou the shore. Three sailors, Thomas Jenkins, John Foreman, and Even George, were charged with breaches of the Act, by being absent without leave from the British ship Chasca on the 15th inst.

The men pleaded guilty. Captain Whitworth stated the simple facts of the case. The men left their work, went ashore without leave, and got drunk. They were well-behaved during the voyage. Sub-Inspector Pardy said there had been a general outbreak among the sailors since they had been ashore, as well as broaching of cargo. Jenkins said he went on shore for a few nails, and got drunk. Foreman went on shore for a monkey-jacket, and got drunk ; whilst George, according to his statement, went ashore for a good breakfast, and the brandy took effect on him. Three weeks' imprisonment with hard labour.

John Braggar and John- Williams were charged with being absent without leave from the ship Chile, on the 15th inst. Mr A.E. Whitaker appeared for Captain Ward. The men pleaded guilty, but made excuses for their absence. Three weeks' imprisonment with hard labour.

BROACHING CARGO,

Edward Baker and Henry Landbergh were charged with stealing several bottles of gin, brandy, and Madeira wine, the property of Captain Ward, of the ship Chile. Prisoners pleaded not guilty. Mr Whitaker opened the case. Francis Ward, commandei, deposed that on Wednesday last, he found the prisoners sprawling drunk. He looked over this offence and allowed the men to sleep in the forecastle, but on Thursday they were drunk all day, and yesterday morning they were rolling drunk before breakfast. He con sidered they had been broaching cargo, and on searchihg he found a quantity of empty gin and brandy bottles. He was 15 bottles of gin short. One of the prisoners was caught with a bottle of Madeira in his hand.

The second mate deposed to meeting Landsberg with a bottle of Madeira, trying to hide it behind him. On going intotho hold he missed a number of bottles. The men were continually drunk. The Bench considered the case proved, and sentenced the prisoners to three month's imprisonment without hard labour, and to pay the damage. A BAD BOY. Thomas Walsh, a boy of 14, was charged with stealing a boat, the property of some person at present unknown. Sub-Inspector Pardy informed the Court that the boy had recently been sent up from luvercargill to the Training School, and had learned that prisoner was a notorious young thief; had committed petty , larcenies on the steamer on her way up, and owing to his proclivities, never ought to have been

sent to the training ship. He would ask for a remand until Monday, in order that the owner of the boat mioht be found, and Captain Breton be present. The case was remanded -ccordingly. This was all the business.

REGISTER! REGISTER! REGISTER!

Persons who value their political privi leges, and who would neither lose nor sell their votes, are informed that they must register before the 31st instant, or be ex cluded from its exercise at general and Borough elections. It is a matter of regret that the industrial portion of the commu nity should take so little interest in the franchise and the framing of those laws by which they are governed. The welfare of a community- and the safety of a State depend almost entirely upon the wisdom of the Legislature. We advise working men, therefore, to see to this matter, if they have not already done so, and call upon Mr Collins, at his office, over the Police Court, and register without delay ; remembering the adage ot the philosopher, " Procrastina tion is the thief of time."

TELEGRAPHIC.

(From Our Own Correspondent)

WOLVERINE FOR AUCKLAND.

MAJOR ATKINSON AND HIS CON STITUENTS.

RAM AND SHEEP FAIR

GRAHAMSTOWN, this day, LATEST MINING.

Retorting took place for the Moanatairi to-day for a poor return of 224 ozs from 520 tons crushed.

Alburnia : The Eastern Drive has reached North Devon boundary, and looks very promising, but no more quartz can be taken out from here. The drive will be continued westerly, and it is only in this direction that any rich patches of gold can be ex pected. In this portion of the mine the crushing- at the battery improved owing to a superior stone forwarded. The New Morning Star crushing will com mence on Monday. The stono looks pay able.

The Coromandel Cricket Club are to ar rive here this evening to'play a match with the Thames Club at Parawai Gardens on Monday.

SIISEII AN'S MOVEMENTS

Air Sheehan and party remained at P.ie roa on Thursday night, and left for Te Aroha in the s.s. Rioriro at noon yesterday. Dur ing the morning the Native Minister was desirous of interviewing Tukikino re the road obstruction, but the latter refused to

see bini

The collections to-morrow in" all the churches will be devoted to the funds of the Thames Hospital.

COROMANDEL, this day.

LATEST MINING.

The Tokatea manager's repaid speaks hopefully of the mine : A little gold is being obtained from the stopes, aud the low level is rapidly advancing.

The Royal Oak manager reports nothing imw. fie expects shortly to come on the old sho . of gold. The Corby will fini .h crushing to-day. A large held is looked for.

DUNEDIN, this day

NEWSPAPER LIBEL ACTION.

Ou dit, one of the evening papers is threatened with an action for libel for an alleged attack on the character of the pro prietor of the opposing journal in connec tion with his contributions to the " Times " in a leading article on the Civil Service to day.

THE CIVIL SERVICE

The article makes pointed allusion to some .individual.-., then deals with its contributions on the .same subject, saying : " We are gratified at the attention the article has excited, and we shall take encourage ment therefrom for extending tiie inquiry into every department of'the public service. From every part of the country we have read letter*, couched In all kinds of terms, denunciatory as well as commendatory ; and already an accumulation of illustrations of tlie working of the Civil Service ; in the oenentf. oi wnicn we nope to share with our readers. We feel Uatiered at the inspired character which is attributed to the information conveyed ; and shall feel much more ilattered if the Government will only be pleased c<> confirm the belief by taking us as their guide iv dealing with this power, which sits behind the throne. We fear, however, that the courage to do so ia wanting, and that the strange power of mollifying wliich the office invariably has over its occupants, will induce the Govern ment to wink hard at many things which a member and a supporter, when in oppo sition, regarded as things intolerable. It is high time the character of the Service, the character of its personnel, and the manner in which it is recruited and officered and generally conducted, should be subjected to rigid inquiry ; and, cheered by the encouragement received, both in the frantic indignation of the friend of " Bar nacles," and the euiogiesaud commendation of friend., to the public welfare, we are resolved we shall not give over our grip of the Civil Service until it is brought more into harmony with the spirit of the age."

[PBESS AGENCY.]

TIMARU, this day.

The following official weights were declared last night for the forthcoming races at Timaru: —C.J.C. Handicap. — Templeton, 9st 121bs; Ariel, 9st Slbs; Punga, 7st 131bs ; Titania, 7st lllbs ; Long lands, 7st 51bs ; Hippocampus, 7st; Jangler 7st; Mirelle, 7st; Cloth of Gold, 6st lOlbs, Bidc-a-.vee, 6st 51bs; Deceiver, 6st 4lbs ; Chancellor, 6st.

Flying Handicap.—Templeton 9st 71bs ; Punga, Sst; Titania, Sst; Isaac Walton, 7st lOlbs; John Storell, 7st 71bs ; Mirelle, 7st 51bs ; Chancellor, 7st; Oberon, 6st lOlbs; Lima, 6st 71bs; Manilla, 6et 71bs ; Maori Boy, 6st 71hs. Cornnclla, 6st 71bs. Timaru Cup.—Templeton, 9st 121bs; Ariel, 9st 51bs ; Punga, 7st 121bs ; Titania, 7st lOlbs; Louglands, 7st Slbs; Hippo campus, 7st ; Jangler, 7st; Mirelle, 6_t 12lbs; Cloth of Gold, 6st lOlbs ; Undine, 6st Slbs ; Bidc-a-wee, Cat slbs ; Maritana, 6st Slbs; Deceiver, 6'st 41bs ; Corouella, 6st ; Chancellor, 6st; Oberon, Sst; Lima, sst 121bs.

Handicap Hurdles.—Eclipse, list 71bs ; Banjo, list 51bs ; Kildare, llst3lbs ; Ivan hoe,' list; Theodore, lOst 121bs ; Grey Momus, lOst 81bs ; Shillelagh, lOst 51bs ; Disturbance, lOst; Pakeha, lOst; Plevna, lOst; Merry Monarch, 9st lOlbs ; Harle quin, 9st; Cloth of Gold scratched for all his engagements.

WELLINGTON, this day.

H.M.S. Wolverine left for Auckland this morning. The Hannah Broomrield sailed for Kaipara

NEW CEMETERY,

The City Corporation are advertising for the pui chase of ground for a new cemetery. The New Manners-street Theatre will be opened on the first of next month. Mr Stephen Massett opened to a full house last night. He plays three nights before proceeding South.

PA'i'EA th-« rl.iv-

Major Atkinson addressed a large number of his constituents last night. After general remarks, questions on local matters occupied much time, aud for the most part his replies were satisfactory. A vote of confidence was passed. At Manutahi on Thursday night, a vote of confidence Avas also passed. m nHI.TS.-T.ITITROIT. this day.

The Canterbury Ram and Ewe Fair held diiriug the last two days was a ag?a_ suc cess, but the Run Fair was greatly over stocked, and prices all round are in conse quence very low. An address was presented to Sir George Grey this morning by the Sydenham

Borough Council. He received several depu tations. This evening he will address a public meeting at the Oddfellows' Hall. At a meeting re New Guinea expedition last night it was stated that 32 had already joined.

WELLINGTON, this day

MR LUSK'S BROTHER-IN-LAW.

Mr Butler, brother-in-law of Mr H. li. Lusk. has been apointed Native Agent in Wairarapa, in place of Mr Maunsell, who leaves the Government service. T.TTr.r.T.T"Mf. +.1..- fir,..

DISCOVERY OF GOLD.

A rich specimen of gold, in quartz, has been found in the Nakino Creek, near Mr Haleombe's residence at Fielding, Mana wata. TIMARU, this day.

GRAIN MARKET.

The grain market lias been accive during the week. Large quantities are arriving in town for export. Wheat is firmer than at last quotations :4s 3d best milling; other kinds ranging from 3s lOd up to that figure; oats, 2s 9d to 3s 3d ; barley, nominal; general quality of grain superior. SIR JOHN COODE. Prior to Sir George Grey leaving Tiinaru yesterday, he received a letter from Sir John Coode, stating he would leave Melbourne for New Zealand by the first vessel, and probably arrive in Timaru about the 20th April.

TAMAKI RACES.

The annual race meeting will take place as usual at Tamaki on Monday next, St. Patrick's Day. Tho general entries and acceptances are as follows:— Hurdlh. Race.—Mr A. Buekland's rg Mick, aged. lOst.; Mr R. Thorpe's bl g Magician, aged, 10.-1. 71b. Handicap.—Mr R. Thorpe's bg Magician, aged, 9-t 71bs; Mr M. Edgar's 'b g Don, aged, Bst 71b ; Mr R. Thorpe's eg Golden Crown, aged, 7st 121bs ; _____ J. A. Campbell's b g Derby, aged, 7st. Maiden Plate.—Mr C. B. Edwards' bo Baron, 3 years; Mr A. Buekland's rg Mick, aged ; Mr J. Hunt's o g Staverton. 3 years ; Mr R. Thorpe's b g Tang. 6 years. ■ Flying Stakes.—Mr Henry McMurdo's g g Indian Warrior, aged ; Mr Owen McGee's Luna, 1 years ; Mr Owen McGee's b g Falcon, 5 years: Mr J. A. Camnbell's b j_ Derby, aged ; Mr C. B. Edwards' be Baron, 3 years; Mr P. Quinley's eg Barney, 5 years; Mr P. Malone's bg Hotspur, 3 years; Mr M. Edgar's bj. Don, aged ; Mr H. Peatfleld's b c Chipstono, 3 years; Mr 11. Hunt's c g Staverton, 3 years; Mr R. Thorpe's b g Tang, G years ; Mr R. Thorpe's _? c Golden Crown, aged.

THE SWIMMING MATCHES.—THIS DAY.

The Aquatic Sports are being held {at the Suit water Baths this afternoon. They com menced at 2 o'clock with the Ist Race.—Boys under 12 ; 300 feet : Winner, W. Kir by; T. Flyn, 2. Four started ; a close race. 2nd Race.—Boys under 16 ; 400 feet : Winner, C. Purchas ;T. Murray, 2. Four starters ; all but a dead heat. 3rd Race. —Boys under 9 ; 100 feet : Winner, J. Kirby ; J. Deveney, 2. Four starters ; won by a length, 4th.—Diving for plate ; all ages : Winner, D. McFarlane. f-"5-h.— Long Dive. T. S. Killey, 1 ; four competitors. 6th. —500 yards. Open to all. Yates,!; Galbraith, 2 ; seven started.

CRICKET.

(PER CARRIER PIGEON.) PAIAKURA V. EPSOM. Epsom has scored a total of 91 in the first innings, Nicol having made the top score of 50. VICTORIA V. MOUNT EDEN. The Mount Eden Eleven is in. The bowling of Cromwell and Moginie is very good.

Mr Harrison Ord, of Melbourne, delivered a simple, but instructive, address to children this afternoon in the Theatre, on the three first letters of the alphabet—A. all who have Binnea ; n. oerioiu trie iamo i *j. come unto me. These subjects formed the basis of Mr Ord's discourse. Several of Moody and Sankey's hymn, were sung by the choir and children, and at the close of the address, it was announced that Mr Ord will deliver aii address to-morrow afternoon in the Christian Young Men's Rooms. We have received the following : Sir, — Let God be true, but the Rev. F. W. Farrar, D.D. Canon of Westminster, Henry Ward Beecher, of New York, and the writer, — Liars. See Romans iii, 3 and 4. [We are exceedingly sorry that our corres pondent should have included himself in the same charitable category in which he places the two eminent divines. It is not, how ever, for us to dispute our correspondent's description of his own character. He must be the best judge.—Ed E.S.]

EVENING STAR SATURDAY, MARCH 1G



mHE SHAREHOLDERS I OF THE HIBERNIAN BAND Will celebrate St. Patrick's Day by a BALL, in LORNE-STREET HALL, On MONDAY, the 18th March, 1878. DOUBLE TICKETS 10s. CD. Dancing to commence at 9 p.m. 11. P. HAYDEN, Treasurer. J. DEMPSEY, Secretary. John Patterson and Henry Brennan, Master of Ceremonies. Tickets to be obtained at Lonergan's, Tailor, Queen-street; J. Dempsey's, Shamrock Hotel, Wellesley-street; H. Brennan's, Bootmaker, Queen-street; Holland and Fortzer. Grocers, Queen-street; or any of the Shareholders. ANTED, for Waiwera, a Bathman and Laundress.—Apply at Mr. Ewing ton's office. ANTED, for Ellerslie Swamp, four Good Hands.—Apply to B. McDonald, Ellerslie Station. WANTED, Hand and Machine-workers at Shirtmaking, Sec; also, Improvers.— Apply Si, Shortland-street. WANTED, a Second Cook for Star Hotel, Albert-street. Reference re quired. ANTED, First-class Female Cook (Country Hotel), Hotel Female Servants, ditto private families, Boys to milk. Laundress (town) Ploughmen, Men to milk and garden. Married Couples, smart Young Man.—Hanna ford's Registry, Queen street, opposite Army and Navy Hotel. WANTED, a good Plain Cook and Laundress ; references required.—For address apply at this office. W ANTED, a Nursegirl; references re quired.—Mrs. Dacre. Ponsonby Road. WANTED, Two Turnovers accus tomed to general printer's work.—Apply "Sun" Office, Christchurch. WANTED, Carpenters to erect a four roomed Cottage (labour and nails only). Plan and specification may be seen, and tenders left, until noon Monday next, Alexandra Hotels Parnell. WANTED, Partialßoard and Residence in a private family for a Single Gentle man, within 15 nrnutes walk of Post-office.— A .dress, stating terms, ABC, Star Office. WANTED, a Lad to make himsel generally useful.—Thames Hotel. T^TT ANT ED, a General Servant; must T t be a good plain cook and laundress.— Mrs. Kenderdine, Edeu-street. WANTED, two or three Apprentices.'to the Dress Habit, and Mantle-making ; fitting and cutting taught.—Mrs. Atkinson, Princes-street. WANTED, a Horse Shoer.—Apply to Wm. McCaul, Durham-street West. WANTED, a Man to cover in a large Shed with Hobart Town palings.—Mr. Althorpe, near the Lake, Remuera. WANTED, an Errand Boy.—Apply to W. T. Ball, 214, Queen-street. WANTED, Employment for an efght hois"-power Portable Engine. For term* and particulars apply to Frank Andrews, 1 Otara.



"A N T E D, EIGHT or TEN BRICKLAYERS for a Wellington job. Five months work guaranteed. Wages, lis. per day. Contractor will pay Steerage Passage.- Apply on Friday, Saturday, or Monday, between noon and one o'clock, to Alfred Boardman, South British Insurance Company, Queen-street, Auckland. ANTED, tv. o Men to split shingles. Apply to E. Gibbons, Awitu, or Onc hunga. 130ARD OF EDUCATION.- Wanted, an Assistant Female Teacher for Cambridge School (W aikato). Applications will be received by the Board not later than THURSDAY, 21st March instant. VINCENT E. RICE, Secretary. ANTED, a city common School, iv which the Holy Scriptures will be read daily. A fair prospect exists for a well con ducted school of this class.—Apply everywhere ANTED, a clean, active Boy, about 13 or 11, to deliver bread; must be able to read and write. Reference required.—Wm. Ritchie, Eden Crescent. WANTED, at Newton Pottery, two Youths, from 11 to 18 years of age. ANTED, a Dressmaker to live with a private family.—Apply to Mrs. Thom son, Registry Ollice, Shortland-street. WANTED, for Gisborne, a respectable Woman lo look after two children.— Apply at Albert Hotel. Queen-street. "ANTED, a Machinist ; also an Apprentice.—Jones & Co., High-street. ANTED to Purchase, near Mount Eden, Mount St. John, Remuera, or Epsom, good House, with stabling, &c, and _ to 10 acres Land,—-Address, with low est cash price, Russell, Star office. "i^T'ANTED, a Barmaid, for the upstairs V V bar.—Exchange Hotel. WANTED, a respectable Girl as general servant.—Apply Newton Hotel. \]_T ANTED, a Woodman, accustomed to ? v cart and dray work.—Cousins and Atkin. Victoria Carriage Works. \J_T ANTED, a Servant Girl tor a small TT family; reference required.—Apply at once to Mrs. J. Levy, 210, Queen-street. WHEN work is done, and all's bright within, a Cup of Tea is iiist the thing. Extra values at 2s, 2s Cd, and 3s per lb., try any of them, and you will find itso. Sperm Candles, lid per lb., _ lbs. for 5s 3d ; Plaid Vestas, 3d per dozen ; Crush-d Lump Sugar, 6d. per lb. Goods delivered. For best qualities at low prices, R. French's, Royal Tea Mart, Hobson-street. "\TSTANTED, two Lads and four Girls.-- V v Thos. J. Harbutt, Brush Manufacturer, Victoria-street East. '\]_T ANTED, a Bodymaker.—Apply Gee V . uad Potter, Grcy'-street. Tino Blacksmiths.—Wanted, two Strikers. JL G. R. Burnett, Fort-street. (".ARDENER, Jobbing and Contractor. 3T Gardens laid out; Estimates given. Re ferences if required.—Address, "W. Mclndoe, I'oat-office, Newmarket. WANTED to Let, unfurnished, eight roomed House, or Furnished Apart ments, in Upper Queen-street, which wil' be vacant on the 2'lth March.—Apply at the Cheap Furniture Mart, Victoria-street East. ANTED, Ladies to know that they can purchase Underclothing at very low prices; Winceys, from 7ld per yard; Stock iugs, from Gd per piir; Men's Socks, from 9d pair ; Shirting, from ojd per yard; and a lot of other Cheap Goods, at R. French's Cheap Drapery Establishment, Hobson-street. WAN TED' Known, that the Maim fac - toryof Robley's Aerated Flour, &c, is Removed to promises recently occupied by the late Mr. Godwin, where the manufacturer kindly invites aU who study economy to try his Aerated Flour for bread, tea-cakes, scone... pan cakes, and pastry, Sec Also, itobley's Prepared Por ridge Meal for indigestion, and Robley's Superior Food for Infants and Invalids. Wholesale and Retail Manufactory, Grey-street. Auckland. WANTED, all good Servants to call at Mrs. Grice'e, where they will hear of good honie3, good wages and good mistresses. Those having a good reference will stand the best chance.—Rigiatry Office, Newmarket. WERTHEIM Hand Machines at £4 10s, the best in the world; give 30s more extras than other. If you see them yon will be sure to purchase. —W. C. Dennes, Machine Depot. Queen-street. WANTED, for a Farm in Waikato, a Female Servant; dairy aud family small; without good references do not apply. —3. Insurance Buildings, Queen-street. WANTED - Wanted to Well (cheap), 22 kegs Nails, only 2d lb., 12s 6d per keg ; 20 Backs of Haricot Beans, only 2d lb., 7 lbs. foi ls; Pickling Onions, 9 lbs. for la; Camp Oven Lid«, 6d. 9d, and ls each; Scrubbing Brushes, 6d and 8d each; lot of Superior Vases cheap; Largo Apples, 3d lb.; Small Apples, 7 lbs. for ls ; Clothes Pet's. 4 dozen for Sd ; Good Tea, 2s lb., 6 lbs for lis; Fresh Mackerel, only 7d tin ; Old Canterbury Cheese, old -td lb.; New Cheese, Od ; Washing Powders, Gd dozen; Blue, 9d lb.; Good Scent, only Id bottle: Spirit of Love Scent, Id bottle ; Government Disinfectant Powder, for taking away all smella. and for sick rooms, only 4d packet: Cups and Saucers, Gd and 7d; White and Gold Cups and Saucers, ls; Jugs, 3a Gd per set; Hot-water Jugs, Gs Gd and 7s 6d set; White Stone Plates, Id, sd, and 6d each; White Stone Dishes, from ls 3d to 3a Gd ; White Stone Vege table Dishes, 3s and 3s Gd each, 5s 6d and 6a Gd a pair; a Beer Pu__lp, with four taps, cost when new about £15, will be sold for 30s; Lady's White Poodle Dog, only 15s ; two Smoking Tables, 163 Gd each : White Wasnhand Basins, only ls Sd ; Large Jugs aud Basins, 6s Gd; Small White Chambers, ls 2d; Small Coloured Chambers, ls Gd ; Basins, 3d. _d, sd, and Gd each ; Carbolic Soap, 9d'a bar- —n. Watts, Pitt-street. WANTED, everybody to keep the money in the country, and Purchase the Wangarei Kamo Coal. Try a small quantity before you get your winter supply. The best local Coal in the Proviuce. All orders left at the Yard, Fort l-ritomart, or at Mr. G. Neal's, corner of Nelson and Wollesley-streets, will be promptly attended to.—__.. Barr, agent. WANTED" Known, St. Patrick's Day, Ladies' deeply fringed Green Scarves, Is; Boys' Green do. 9d; Lovely Green Sash Ribbon, ls per yard; Boys' Green Belts, Gd; Children's Green Plaid Pork Pie Hats, 4d; large Bottles Hair Oil, not green but red, Gd; Dress Improvers, for making the ladies look nice, only Gd -{they used to be called bustles when W. H, D. was a boy, but people are more enlightened now); Hair Pads, 2d to ls; hand some lot ef Brooches and Earrings, 6dand9d; handsomo bottles good Scent, 9d : Organ Con certinas, reduced to 6s; other 20-keyed do, 3s Gd; Children's Handkerchiefs, Id to 3d ; Ladies' and Children's Light-coloured Gloves, 3 pair a shilling; Poll Combs, 3d to 6d; Rack Combs, 3d; Ladies' White Stockings, Gd; Men's Socks, Gd; Infants' White Socks, 3d; Ribbon Velvet, Id a yard; Lovely Prunella Boots, without toe caps, high heels, 6s 6d ; Black Dress Buttons, 2d a dozen; Rimmeh's Windsor Soap, 2d a cake; Fancy Baskets, ls to 2s; Dress Holders, Id ; Men's good White Hats, Is (not belltoppers); Puff Boxes, with Puff, 9d; nicely scented Violet Powder, 4& a packet ; Shoe Brushes, 3 for 2s Gd; Piping Cord, ls 6d alb ; handsome Butter Coolers, with lid and plate, reduced to ls; Safety Matches for those who don't want their house to catch fire, Id packet; nice lot of Ladies Leather Bags, ls to 4s 6d; excellent Cherry Tooth Paste, 4d a bottle; don't forget the celebrated 2s Black Tea, nor the 2s Gd Mixed do, which is getting to be cele brated; lot of Children's small Boots, size i, very cheap ; fresh lot of ls Spectacles ; superior Tape Measures, Id; Ladies White Scarves, 6d; Men's White Ball Ties, 4d and 6d? 2d reels Clark's Black Glazed Cotton, Id or lOd a dozen ; Crochet Cotton, 2d or ls lOd a dozen ; Apple Cases, 3d ; Tea Chests, 3d. The above Goods are very much below the usual price. If every one was sharp enough to read my advertise ment, they might save a deal of money.—W. H. Dampieb, Victoria-street, corner of Hobson street. WANTED Known, that John S. Leslie, Engineer and Machinist, Erects or Re pairs every description of Steam and other Machinery. All kinds of Sewing Machines re paired and adjusted with care and promptitude. Workshop at back of Hayward's, Upholsterer, foot of Grey-street, Auckland. Every attention to country orders. MR READER WOOD.—Wanted, the name and address of his agent.—Apply tonco. by letter, R.D., Star office. -jm D E- N "TE RRA C E FIRE. T H A N S S. MR. W. J. SUITER takes this flr .t oppor tunity of returning his sincere thanks to the many friends who so willingly rendered assis tance in removing stock, &o, from his premises during tho fire this morning. He also cordially acknowledges the many tokens of sympathy shewn him on every hand on account of his heavy loss. BOUCHER begs to thank Messrs. • Grady, Duke, Simpson, and others, for their kind assistance in Keeping the fire from his premises this morning. MR. GOOD ACRE returns thanks to Mr. Montague, Mr. G. Thwaits, Mr. G. Squirrel, and others, who rendered assistance in saving his place from fire. UCKLAND Churches and Supreme Court House To-night, at Albert Hall. MAORI PORTRAITS and the Little Auckland Girl To-night, at Clifford's.



GAZETTE IN BANKRUPTCY. TNBANKR J P T C Y. In the matter of tin; "Debtors and Creditors Act, 187G, and of the Bankruptcy of Hugh Dunn, Stonemason, a Debtor. A General Meeting of t .c Creditors of the said Hugh Dunn will be held at the Supreme Court, on Thursday, the 21st day of March instant, at 12 o'clock nocn, for the purpose of receiving my report and granting the said Hugh Dunn his Discharge. Dated this 15th day of March, IS7B. THOS. MACFFARLANE, Trustee. J p ~"L~T"Q7~U Tin T I O N. N O T I C F. All Debts and Calls due to the New Zealand Lead and Galvanized Iron Works Company (Limited), must be paid to me at once, o. other wise the Company's Solicitor will proceed for recovery of the same; aud all accounts against the Company must be rendered before 31stinst., or they cannot be acknowledged. ' THOMAS JENKINS, Liquidator. rfj-fl />. to ..1000 LENT, on Building Society dt-J-v/ principles or on any terms to suit borrowers.—C. Williamson, Estate Agent. Vul can Lane. Mortgages and Loans negotiated. nf.o BE LET, a convenient family 1 Residence of seven rooms, commanding a beautiful view, having water laid on and stable attached; situated within a stone's throw qj Ponsonby Had.—Apply at this office. — F~ OR SALE, Cottage and • Allotment, with 35 feetfrontage to Carlton Gore Road, with a depth of 132 feet, for the sum of £120 cash.—Appiy to Mrs. Allison, on the premises.--^. ~|7.0i. SALE, a bargain, v Brace Muzzle- JD loading Double-barrelled Guns, in case complete, by the celebrated Moore and Wood ward, of St. James-street, London ; cost £90. Present price, £40. On view at Mr. L. Neume gen's, Queen-street. WAIKATO Laud For Sale.—lso acres near Harapepe for £155. 50 acres near Taupiri for £55. First-class quality.—C. Wil 1 ianison, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane. |7. OR SALE, on account of failing health iD of the Proprietor, Clifford's Mirror op tiie World.—Apply to Mr. Clifford, Albert Hall. ■ riT.O LET, a Grocery Business aud Pre .l. mFes; the Stock to be taken at valuation. —K. Partington, House and Land Agent, Stich bury's Buildings. .rpO~I_ET or for Sale, 5, 6, 7, and B ____ roomed Houses, town and country,— H. Partington, House and Land Agent, Stichbury's Buildings. "97. OR Sale, at the Newton Pottery, 100,000 __3_ Wel?-burnt Bricks, at 355. per 1,000 cash. FOR SALE, IS years Lease of a Ten roomed House in town ; good stables,and splendid situation ; ground rent, £52. W. Flood, No. 5, Insurance Buildings. TRIO LET, a six-roomed House.—Apply l_ to Mr. Barnes, Karangahape Road, New ton. O LET, 2 Rooms and Kitchen, with three stall stable ; good well and large yard.—Governor Browne Hotel. TO LET, near the residence of Mr. Errington, on the Great North Road, a comfortable six-roomed House, in good repair, with cupboards, dresser in kitchen, oven, water laid on und good well. Rent, 12s.—Apply to It. Downey, on the premises. nr.o LET, a Hohsc and Shop, corner of JL Victoria and Albert-streets. — Enquire next door. TIRO LET, Business Rooms in High-street, J!, at low rents.—Apply to S. Rout. Cheap Leather and Boot Warehouse, High-street. rpd LET, Mr. Dower's Cottage at Pou- JL sonby, with good garden, li acre paddock, and milking cow. Terms easy.—Apply to Mr. Wood, Butcher. CTcyRSALE, at the Newton* Pottery, 18- JD inch Pipes, in quantities of not less than 250 feet, at 23. 6d. per foot, cash. Samples at Office. Fort-street. TO LET, a comfortable four-roomed Cottage in Parnell Rise.—Mr. Meekan, Parnell Store. rglO LET, a comfortable 7-roomed Cottage JL and good well, in Brown-street, Spring bank.—Apply to W. MoKinstry, Ponsonby.B nr.o LET, a six-roomed House.—Apply to JL Mr. Barnes, Karangahape Road, Newton. FOR SALE, 50 acres "of First-class Land at Whatawhata, Waikato, laid down in good grass, with constant supply of water, aDd a four-roomed House, with cow-sheds and i Dtau-cn; uisu ay ___■_,_.. —, ——._., ,_■_ lulu mi nair way between Ahipara and Awanui, well adapted as ; a site for a store or public-house.—Apply to Wm. Hegarty, Mount Eden. ATOKTH SHORE.—To Let, furnished, AS the House lately occupied by Messrs Webster.—Apply Somerfield and Leek, Auck land ; or R. and R. Duder. FO U R-roomed House Wanted in Newton or the City, suitable for working man. Detached with garden.—C. Williamson, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane. 87.0R SALE, in Symonds-street, a large flj Dwelling-house, with freehold allotment, 06 x 330 feet. Price, £450. Terms very easy.— S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland street. (" . ROGERY Business For Sale ; a very J. profitable little business, doing a good return. Rent low ; expenses very light ; business mostly cash. Capital required, from , £200 to £100.— S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland-street. STRAYED, to my place on March 9th, a Black and White Cow, with small horns, a strap and link on neck, and branded SN on near side.—The owner can have the same by applying to John McCrosy, Otahuhu, and pay ing expences. SUN FIRE OFFICE, LONDON. [ESTABIIS HE D 1710.] Insurance effected upon almost every descrip tion of Property, at the current Rates of Pre mium. Total sum insured in 1876, £218,980,3067. Claims arranged by the Local Agent, and paid with promptitude and liberality. The jurisdiction of Local Tribunal recognised. G. W. BINNEY, Agent. March 13th, 1878. TF.O SHIPMASTERS AND OTHERS. fi. —Wanted, Tenders for Carrying about 100 tons of Builders' Material to Napier. For parti culars, etc., apply to Wm. Gill, Queen's Ferry Hotel, Vulcau Lane. OUT HERN SCENERY To-night, at Albert Hall. LOST, on last Suuday evening, between St. Patrick's Cathedral and Symonds street, a Gold Locket.—Finder will be rewarded on bringing the same to the Herald Office. fTT A. C. B. S. AUCKLAND BRANCH, No. 81. ST. PATRICK'S DAY CELEBRATION. The Members of above Branch will assemble (in regalia) at St. Patrick's Hall on SUNDAY MORNING, 17th March, at half-past 8 o'clock. Members are likewise requested to meet at the same place (in regalia), on MONDAY, at 9.30 a.m., prior to marching in procession to the Domain, where SPORTS, INCLUDING FLAT KACES, FOOTBALL, ETC., will take place during the day. M. CONNOLLY, Secretary. WORKING MEN'S CLUB. OPENING CEREMORY. The CLUB will be formally OPENED on TUESDAY EVENING, 19th March, at 8 o'clock, by His Excellency the Governor. His Worship the Mayor in the Chair. Addresses will be given by His Lordship the Bishop of Auckland, the Hon. John Sheehan, His Honor Justice Gillies, and other gentlemen. The Band of the Royal Artillery Company, by the kind permission of Captain J. H. Burns, will be in attendance. MkMBERS Tickets will Admit. Proposed Members, who have not received their member's ticket?, will please call on the Secretary, in the Building., and get them. There will be a Meeting of Committee on Mon day Evening, when the Names of any Proposed Members will be submitted. IIiOUND, a Bay Horse. Owner can have " the same by applying to Joseph O'Haura han, Coburg-atreet. _^_ LOST, between town and Remuera, a small Parcel of Sewed Work on black velvet. Finder will be reworded on leaving it I at Mr. J M. McLachlan's, Draper, Queen-street, or at Mr. Hogg';.. Grocer, Newmarlc-1,. -j i|S. R__W__RD.—Strayed, from Upper JL \f Queen-street, on Friday night, a Bay Pony. Anyone 'etuininjs the same to George Bogers, will receive the above reward.



"DUSINESS -FOR SALE. WANTED, to Disposed of a Good Business, now doing a payintr trade, in a prosperous Town ship in the rising district of Poverty Bay. To a man with a moderate capital (say £500) this would be a safe investment. The stock at present is about £2-,oo>, but could be reduced to .31,00. during the present month. For particulars apply to WM. McARTHUR & CO., Auckland; WM. ADAIR, Gisborne. T\/" ANTED X N O W-N. TO TRADESMEN, MECHANICS, AND OTHERS. MONEY ADVANCED in SUMS of £2 to £50 on personal security, re-payable by weekly instalments, at Ir. H. NEFMEGEN, Auckland Loan Office, 165, Queen-street, opposite Savings Bank. Private Entrance dow ariicht-of way. T UCKLAND GAS COMPANY (LIMITED). The price ofj Coke i.-_ now 20d uer on, atitn 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 ia equal to 5J bushels, or about double the bulk of Coal. rpHETINES SOHOIII7~ EPSOM "con- JL ducted by Mrs. Rackstraw.—Quarter Days current year: Ist April, Ist July, Ist October. Vacancies for Boar.lers. "¥ A N D I N G, EX ' AUSTRALIA,' 100 CASES CUTTING'S SALMON. H. B. MORTON. PONSONBY BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL. The ANNIVERSARY SERMONS in connec tion with the above Sunday-school will be Preached on SUNDAY NEXT, March 17th. Ia the Afternoon, by the Rev. Allan Webb ; in the Evening,.by Mr. F. G. Ewington. Collections, in aid of the School Funds, at tho Close of each Service. On TUESDAY, MARCH 19, the ANNUAL TEA-M FETING will beheld, ia the School Buildinar; after which Singing will be rendered by tlie Choir, and Addresses given by the Revs. Dutto:., Ritacimax, R, Taylor; Mr. F. Lahkins, and other friends. Tea on the table at half-past six. Admission : ls. 6d. m H E A T R E R 0 V A.L. (Under the auspices of the Young Men's Christian Association). MR. HARRISON ORD, from Melbourne, will deliver an ADDRESS on. SUNDAY, 17th inst., at 3 o'clock. Young Men are specially invited. Mr. Ord will also give an address at the usual Evening Service, commencing at 8 o'clock. All are invited^ Seats Free. P~IWSONBY WESLEYAN CHURCH ANNIVERSARY. The ANNIVERSAY~~3ERMON3 will he Preached in the above Church TO-MORROW. , 17th March. The Rev. J. H. Fletcher will preach in the morning, at 11 o'clock ; the Rev. W. Williams in the evening, at 6.30. On THURSDAY following. March 21st, a SOCIAL TEA-MEETING will be held in the same building. To commence at .6.30 p.m. StT"D A Vi^S~P RE SB YTERIA N CHURCH.—Services vill be conducted in the Church, at the junction of Kyber Pass and Symonds-street, on Sufcaay, March 17.—Morn ing, at 11, by the Rev. D. 3ruce, General Agent; Evening, at 6.30, by the Rev. J. B. Munro, of Remuera. S~~ T_ STEPHEN'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Ponsonby Hall.—Divine Service will be conducted Tc-morrow Morning, at 11, and Evening, at 6.30., by Rev. Mr. Runciman. DEVONPORT WESLE VAN CHURCH ANNIVERSARY.—Services in connect ion with the above will be held TO-MORROW, 17th March, when Sermons will be preached, in the Morning at 11, by Rev. W. .T. Williams; Evening at 6.30, by Rev. J. H. Fletcher, from Sydney. On TUESDAY, March 19th, a SOIREE will b3 held in the Chapel, commencing at 6.30. After Tea, a PUBLIC MEETING will be held, when Addresses will be given by several Minis ters and friends. Selections of Music by the Choir, Admission to Tea: Adults, Is 6d; Child ren, ls. Collection at close of each Service, in aid of Buildinc- Fund. -T^TE SLE YA N cTTu~r'chl^ TO-MORROW (SUNDAY). • PITT-STREET.-Morning, 11, Rev. W. Kirk; Evening, 6.30, Mr. Garlick. PARNELL.—Morning, 11, Rev. H. H. Lawry; Evening, 6.30, Mr. Hogg. GRAFTON ROAJO.—Morning, 11, Rev. J. N. Buttle; Evening, 6.30, Rev. T. Buddie. UNION-STREET.—Morning, 11, Mr. White; Evening, 6.30, Mr. Rosser. PONSONBY.—Morning. 11, Rev. J. H. Fletcher; Evening, 6.30, Rev. W. J. Williams. NEW NORTH ROAD.—Afternoon, 2.30, Mr. Olphert; Evening, 6.30, Mr. Beaumont. NORTH SHORE.—Morning, 11, Rev. W. 3". Williams; Evening, 6.30, Rev. J. H. Fletcher. MOUNT EDEN.-Morning, 11, Mr. Burton. UNITED EVANGELISTIC COMMITTEE. NOONDAY PRAYER MEETING, at the V.M.C.A. Rooms, every Monday, 12 to I.* Monday, 18 th, Rev. W. J. Williams will pre side LORNE- STREET HALL SUNDAY SERVICES, conducted by Samuel Edger, BA., Sunday, March 17.—Morning: "Man, his wonderful nature, in the image of God." Even ing: "Dives in Hell"—a new interpretation—by a London Preacher. N.B.—Evening Service will commence at 6.30. RIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH, Franklyn Road.— Sabbath Services:— To-morrow—Morning, at 11. and Evening, at 6.30, the Rev. B. J. Westbrooke will preach for the last time before removing to Canterbury. PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH* Alexandra-street. — Sabbath Services :— Morning, at 11; and Evening, at 6.30, Rev. D. Dutton, F.R.A.S. Subjects: Morning, "The Great Adversary." Evening, "Christ, the Example." _ CONGREGATIONTTCHURCH, Beres ford-street.—Sunday Services, March 17.— Rev. T. Hamer will preach in the Morning, at 11, and in the Evening, at 6.30. THEATRE ROYAL.—Sunday Evening Services (under the conduct of the Young Men's Christian Association), March 17th, 1878. Doors open at 7.30; Service to begin at 8, and close at 9 p.m. All are invited. Seats free. XT-AIPARA-PUNUI RAILWAY. ADDITIONS TO PUKEKOHfi RAILWAY STATION. Public Works Office, Auckland, 15th March, 1878. Written Tenders will*be received at this office till Noon of SATURDAY, 30th March, 1878, for Additions to Station Buildings, Pukekohe. Plons, specifications; and conditions can te seen at this office, Tho lowest or any Tender not necessarily accepted. (Signed) JAMES STEWART, District Engineer. fTV~P B U I L DER S. Tenders will be received by the undersigned until noon of TUESDAY, March 19, for the Erection of a Wesleyan Church at Pokeno Hill. Plans, Sec, at my dffice,- Queen-street. P. HERAPATH, Architect. OT. PATRICK'S DA Y. " TAMAKI RACES. MONDAY NEXT, 18th MARCH, 1878. First race to stait at 12.30 p.m. Ferry Company's Boats start from Wharf at 11 and 11.30 a.m. GRAND Display of Sewjng Machines by limelight, at W. C. Dennes; Queen-street. -RATION AL INDEPENDENT ORDER ±1 OF ODDFELLOWS. Loyal Auckland Pioneer Lodge," 934 NOTICE.—There will be n© Meeting of tho above Lodge until MONDAY, March 25th. 187P» when all Members and proposed Candidates for admission are requested to attend early. P.P.G.M. HY. RAFTON. Secretary.