THE RUSSAIN PACIFIC SQUADRON.

LONDON, January 24 The Russian Pacific Squadron has lelt Vladivostock for Japanese Avaters. THE HOME RULERS AND THE EASTERN QUESTION. LONDON, January 28. The Home Ruleis state that they kneAV that Russia purposed separately arranging with Turkey respecting the opening of the Straits, and England must guard against this.

AUSTRALIAN.

PROPOSED CRICKET MATCH AT

SYDNEY,

[PRESS AGENCY,] SYDNEY, February 12. A cricket match AA'ith a Combined Fifteen a*, the Australian Eleven is to be played at Sydney on the Ist, 2nd and 4th March.

At a public meeting a resolution was passed condemning assisted immigration, and a petition to the Parliament on the subject Avas adopted. MELBOURNE, February 12. PROPOSED REINSTATEMENT OF OFFICERS. In the Assembly Mr Berry gave notice that the House, at .its rising, would adjourn until 3rd of March. The supporters of the Government gave notice of motion to reinstate all the dis missed officers Avheii the finances are set free.

PAPAL STATISTICS.

The Journal of tbe French Statistical "ociety pubhshes some curious statistics concerning the Popes, which may not be Avithout interest at the present time. Pius IX. is the 252 nd Pope. Of these 25 were French, 13 Greeks, S Syrians, 6 Germans, 5 Spaniards,2 Africans, 2 Savoisiens, 2 Lalmations; England, Portugal, Holland, Switzerland, and Candia furnishing one each; Italy pi'OA-ided the rest. Since 1523 all the Popes have been selected from Italian Cardinals. Seventy Bishops of Rome, belong ing, with Aery few exceptions, to tho epoch preceding the establishment of the Temporal Power, have been procla.med Saints. The ten last, centuries have seen only nine Popes iuoged worthy by the Pope 3 themselves of being sanctified. Of the 252 Pontiffs, not in cluding St. Peter, eight died within a month of their eleA'ation to the Popedom, 40 within a year, 22 were seated between one and tAA'o years, 51 from tAvo to five years, 57 from five to ten years, 51 from 10 to 15,18 from 15 to 20 years, andnine more than 20 years. Pius IX. in the years of his Pontificate surpassed in 1871 all the Roman Pontiffs, except the Spanish anti-Pope, Benedict XIIL, of Luna. Avho, elected at Avignon in 1391, died at Pensicola, near Valencia, in 1124. In respect of age, he has been surpassed as yet by a very great number of his predecessors. There died at the age of over 82 years Alexander VIII. (1689-91) and Pius VI. (1775-99) ; at 83 years, Paul IV. (1555-59). Gregory XIII. (1572-85). Innocent X. (1641-55), Benedict XIV. (1740-58), Pius VII. (1800-23); between 84 and 86 years, Paul 111. (1534-19), Boniface VIII. (1294-1303), Clement X. (1670-76), Innocent XII. (1691-1700); betAveen 90 and 92 years, John XII., Pope of Avignon (1316-34) Clement XII. (1730-40); at the age of 100 years, Greg ry IX. (1237-41), nephew of Innocent 111., the mo3t A'iolent adversary of Frederick 11., forced on seA-eral occasions to flee from Rome. Up to the present, during the distinctly historical epoch, no Pope has died between 86 and 90 years oi age ; the only one who surpassed died a centenarian.

ITALIAN OPERA.

GRAND COMPLIMENTARY BENEFIT TO SIGNORA AUGUSTA GUADAGNINI.

The repetition of Verdi's splendid Egyptian Opera of "Aida," at the Theatre Royal, last evening, drew together a large assemblage of visitors, perhaps as large as on any previous occasion. As we have on two previous occasions referred critically, and at length, to "Aida," it will be unnecessary to go over the same ground again. This opera possesses many charms, besides its views of Egyptian life and scenery. The story on Avhich hangs the harmonious interest of the opera is associated with slavery and love. " Aida " (Signora Guadagnini) is the slave, and in this character the artiste succeeded in an eminent degree. She looked and uttered the secrets of her heart towards the Egyptian General, Avho appears to respond to the tender passion entertained and nourished by the dark skinned girl. The opera throughout is full of life and music, sometimes most musical, and sometimes most melancholy, in accordance with incidents and scenes that move before the audience. The King's daughter was an able *■ andbeautiful representation by Signora Venosta, whose vocalisation and graceful acting were worthy the admiration which they naturally excited. The principal cast of characters may be stated : King of Egypt, Signor A. Tessada ; Radamez, Signor E. Camero; Anomastro, Signor Gambetti ; Ramphis, Signor G. Cesari; Messenger, Mr Ingonir6i Amneris, Signora M. Venosta; Aida, Signora A. Guadagnini. Two of the scenes in "Aida" were specially interesting, and added much to the Eratitication of the auditory, namely, the grand march of the City and Engineer Band, many of the mem bers being recognizable in their strange costume; also the introduction of the grotesque Ethiopians, (Auckland ju\*eniles) whose performances were admirable and who, in answer to repeated calls, went through their task with musical precision a second time. The dresses, scenery, river boar, choruses, OFch-sstra, dungeon, and other scenes were in exquisite order, and this fine opera was rendered as completely as possible, Tbe prima donna, Signora Venosta, and others of the lead ing representatives Avere greeted Avith a number of bouquets and shoAversof applause. The on«ra for this evening is Bellini's beautiful " I Puri tani," the principal scene of which is laid in England, and associated with the Royalists and Roundheads of the Stuart age.

FIRE AT THE NORTH SHORE.

On Monday night about ten o'clock, a fire Avas discovered in a shed, belonging to Mr W. H. BroAvn, shipbuilder, in Avhich he kept his material. The shed is situated near the Beach-road, in froni of the houses of Mr Alison and Mr Niccol, and attached to another small shed in Avhich there is a brick fire-place and Avhich_ is frequently used for steaming, planking, etc, but as no fire had been in that shed for some time, the source of the fire could not therefore have arisen there. Mr Henry Niccol stated that he was just going to bed, Avhen he.saAV a reflection against his Avindow, and on looking out ob served that Mr BroAVn's shed Avas on fire. He gave the alarm, and Mr Alison and Mr Duder immediately came out ot their houses and by their assistance the flames Avere speedily extinguished. There Avas no per son about the premises at the time, the fire therefore, it is conjectiued, was purely acci dental.

Mary McCrea, a young Avoman of the neighbourhood stated that she saw a young man, a brother of Mr BroAvn, smoking his pipe near the spot Avhere the fire originated, and Avhere a quantity of shavings and chips Avere deposited. The damage Avas very slight, only the weather-boards being charred ; but had not Mr Niccol discovered the flame, the damage might have been serious, as the property Avas uninsured.

THE REV. GEORGE BROWN

AT the annual meeting of the Wesleyan Methodist Missionary Society in Sydney on the 4th, the report on the New Britain dis trict stated :—" Our neAV mission may uoav be said to be properly begun. Mr and Mrs Brown, Avith some of their children, sailed in the John Wesley in May last for the Duke of York Group. On the return of the vessel Aye learned that Mr Brown was someAvhat disappointed AA'ith the state of things Avhich he found ou his arrival. The teachers Avhom he had left on his former visit had somcAvhat failed in courage, though, none of them had been ill-treated. Some had not gone to their appointed stations ; others had gone, but they had left a-'ain. Mr Broavii found most of them living at the Duke of York. At this, lioav - ever, Aye need not be surprised Avhen Aye remember the state of the people around them, and that they Avere so long deprived of the moral support Avhich the presence of a European missionary usually imparts.. Mr BroAvn took with him a strong rein forcement of teachers from Fiji and Samoa, and doubtless he hasinspired the Avhole staff with neAV courage. The. experience of the past teaches that, if possible, the native teachers should not again:be left to them selves, hence that a second niissionaiy should be sent to Mr BroAvn's assistance," Death had been busy among the natives. The hon. George Allen, and Joeli Bulu, a •Tongan; were amongst the most prominent who have been removed. The latter had laboured for 40 years in the mission. In speaking of the noble 3ud heroic efforts of missionaries, Mr P. P. Fletcher referred to Mr Brown as " tiie pioneer of New Britain and New England.

NEWMARKET SLAUGHTERHOUSE.

To the Editor

SIR, —Are the butchers really serious in endeavouring to perpetuate the abomina tion at Newmarket, after all the urgent prayers and entreaties to have it closed ? The city authorities appear to have spared no expense to have all that is required, and if it is determined that vested and private interests are of greater object than the health, and providing Avholesome food under proper supervision for the inhabi tants, the City Council should get an Act of the Assembly passed, alloAving no meat to be killed or sent into the city unless killed at their own abbatoirs, or others proved to be supplied Avith an equally good supply of Avater, air, and personal super vision of some competent person. There must be some reason Avhy the trade persist in being so fond of such places as NeAvmarket beyond what reaches the ear. What's the secret?— Yours &c, Daylight.

MAHURANGI RACES AND SHOW.

The above annual events come off on Thursday and Friday next respectively. Messrs Casey and Son Avill run the Lilly on Wednesday (this eA'ening) at 6 o'clock. A brass band Avill be on board, and, as last year, Avill no doubt bring out the dancing proclivities of excursionists. This steamer returns on Thursday night after the races. On Thursday morning the Annie Milbank leaves for Mahurangi at 11 o'clock, return ing on Friday night after the slioav and ball. Arrangements have been made at Mahurangi for a series of entertainments during this district's special holiday season. Professor Hennikie has decided to give his entertainments in the Mahurangi Hall for tAA*o nights. Mr Brebner having made very important additions to his hotel, is in a position to do full justice to any number of visitors; while Mr Charles Thomson's Temperance Hotel is well-known as a favourite resort for settlers.

POLICE COURT.—This Day.

(Before A. Beetham, Esq., (ChHirman). life's darkling stream. Samuel Sykes, Avith a bruised face, -was fine d 10s for drunkenness, and Joseph Tattersall, a young man of fair complexion. Avas sent to prison for seven days, this being his third offence. woman's tongue. Annie Hooper, a tall, powerful Avoman, was charged with using obscene language in Victoria street last night. Sergeant Mulville described the case. The wonjan. Hooper, was a determined character, and frequently intoxicated, and last evening between 10 and 11 o'clock, she was kicking up a great row, and Avanting to fight a person who Avas in bed and Avould not get up. She was anxious, she'said, to drink toj the [repose of the soul of the Pope, but the woman in bed said " No, no."- -He is dead and let him rest, with the green turf on.his breast, whereupon the prisoner stript up for a "go in," in her own emphatic language. He took her into custody.

The Bench commented upon the language used, and said that possibly the prisoner might not attach so much importance to the words as Other people might do, still prisoner's conduct -was cenaureable. She must pay a fine of 20s and costs, or be imprisoned 24 hours. This was all the business

DEFENCE OF ALEXANDRA.

To the Editor

Sir,—ln your issue of the 7th instant you are pleased to »ay that the statement of sad facta relative to and caused by the defenceless state oE this most important and exposed frontier settlement which I made to the Premier was ill-timed. With your kind permission I cannot allow such hasty and un'ust judgment to pass Avithout comment. Of the six gentlemen Avho were chosen to form the deputation, several have lived in the district since it was first formed, 13 years ago, one was from Ngarua wahia, and one from Harapipi. Now, sir, we do not presume to publish uncomplimentary re marks upon the matters that your Auckland deputations lay before the Premier, as Aye con sider that you know your own business best; therefore in the spirit of fair play we consider that we should not have been made the subject of unjust criticism. When within the last twelve months a man was ordered off his own land, for which he holds a CroAvn grant, and which is within the confiscated line, and only a short distance from the redoubt, it is quite time that some action should be taken to prevent the district from being depopulated. Scarcely a week passes that some one does not leave, or that some one is not prevented from settling in the district, from the continued neglect of past Governments; from their not formins? main roads, erecting necessary public buildings, or keeping a sufficient force in the place (al'hough there is ample accommodation) to give that feeling of security which is necessary for the prosperous settlement of this most beautiful aud fertile district. These roads, these build ings, and this force have been formed, erected, and stationed at other settlements where I haA'e no hesitation in saying they were or are not so necessary. Knowing, therefore, the wish of the present Government to in augurate a more equitable state of things, what more natural than that the settlers should take the earliest opportunity of laying these im portant matters before Sir George Grey and the Hon. Mr Sheehan. The mere fact that Alex andra is the point from which Ministers hold communication with the disaffected natives proves that it is the place most requiring en couragement and. support while there exists a native difficulty.—l am. etc., Gordox C. V. Tisdall.—Auburn, Alexandra, Sth February, 1878.

[We did not say that an increased defensive force at Alexandra is unnecessary, but that, in vieAV of the friendly meeting between the Premier and the Kingites at Te Kopua, the request Avas ill-timed, and likely to excite the apprehensions of the natives in such a Avay as to interfere with the harmony of the meeting. The request for increased defence should have been made at some more fitting time.—Ed. E.S.}

Arrival of His Excellency the Governor.

The Marquis of Normanby, Governor of the colony, arrived in Auckland for n|two months sojourn this morning. His Excellency accompanied by the Marchioness of Nor inanby,'Lord|Hervey Phipps,|A.D.C. ; Cap. tain Le Patourel, Private Secretary ; Miss Hadley, daughter of the Bishop of Welling ton ; and the household servants left Well inguon in the Hinemoa on Monday night, after a fair-Aveather passage the Hinemoa crossed the Manukau bar early this morning, and arrived at ten o'clock at Onehunga. Here the Vice-Regal party was met by Major Green Government Agent for Auckland, who escorted the illustrious party to the railway. Here a special train, consisting of three first class carriages and a • luggage van, Avere in Avaiting, and his Excellency and suite hav ing taken their seats a start was made for Auckland. Fort Britomart Avas reached at eleven o'clock. On the platform a guard of honour- consisting of a detachment of police under Inspector Thompson and Sub-Inspector Pardy, Avere drawn up. His Worship the Mayor, H. Brett, Esq.'; the Towu Clerk, P. A.|Philips, Esq. ; Bishop CoAvie, several members of ihe City Council, arid about. tAventy citizens, had assembled to bid his Excellency Avelcome. On the train draAving up at the platform, the Town Clerk at once introduced his Worship the Mayor to his Excellency, avlio after shaking hands, replied in a feAV cour teous sentences to Mr Brett' greetings. His Excellency then cordially shook hands Avith the Bishop and the other gentlemen of the reception party. The Marchioness Avas introduced to his Worship, who escorted her Ladyship to a carriage which Avas in AA-aiting at the end of the platform. His Excellency and Lady Normanby, Miss Hadley, and Mr. Brett then drove aAvay to GoA'ernment House, tiie aide-de-camp aud secretary, and Major Green folloAving in another carriage. The reception Avas quiet but cordial. His Excellency is expected to remain iv Auckland until April.

AUSTRALIAN NEWS.

We extract the folloAving items from files of Australian papers to the sth. A Bill has been introduced in the NeAV South Wales • Legislative Assembly -to abolish the duty on gold. THE ATTACK ON NEWSPAPER OFFICES.

After the declaration of the poll at St. Patrick's Hall a large crowd, numbering several thousand persons, marched down-to the " Argus" office, where they boAvled, groaned, yelled and cheered. A number of stones aud other missiles Avere throAvn, and several Aviudowsbroken and lamps smashed. The mischief was caused by a band of roughslwhile the better-dressed people looked on and applauded. The|mob after/wards be haA-ed in a similar manner at the "Daily Telegraph" Oilice. lhe crowd was about

lhe offices some time, and Avas very noisy- Constables Walsh and Brenuah, who Avere on duty in front of the " Argus" Office, Avete struck byroad metal, aud constable Walsh had to be carried aAYay. Constable Brennan Avas also much injured. __A whirlwind at TamAvorth carried away stones as large as a pint-pot. A terrific hailstorm fell at Mudgee. Large pieces of broken ice descended, killing birds and a kangaroo, riddling tents and houses, aud completely stripping trees. The Kelly and Leon Troupe have draAvn crowded houses at the Queen's Theatre, Sydney. Mr Severn has been lecturing in Brisbane Avith success.

WAITEMATA COUNTY COUNCIL.

A meeting of the members of the Waite mata County Council Avas held to-day in the offices of Mr John Lamb. Present : Messrs Mays, (Chairman) Lamb, Dilworth, OtAvay, Sinclair, and McKay. VALUATION. Mr Bollard's valuation of the district of Titirangi Avas read and approved, and the special order confirmed. On the motion of Mr Mays, seconded by Mr Lamb, it AA-as resolved to appoint a collector for the Titirangi district, to collect the balance of rates amounting to £27. MEMORIAL. A memorial from tbe Wainui Road Board district was read, asking the Council to contribute toAvards the erection of a bridge across the Wainui creek, Avhich Avas urged as a work of absolute necessity. Mr Mays said the settlers .and the Lake people had taxed themselves to the highest amount for some years past. The bridge required Avould cost £70, and he thought the Council might reasonably affoid the balance. PUBLIC ROADS. Mr Lamb stated that Mr Fairburn, the engineer, Avas at^ present ;at Avork planning out the seven miles line of road, between the Waitemata and Rodney counties. Mr Mays described the country as of the roughest description. It Avas moved and carried '-That the Government do consult the County Council aud its engineer, as to the best means of expending public money in vieAV of neAV roads and improvements. OTHER BRIDGES. The chairman read a number of com munications from outlying districts explain ing A-arious Avants. (1.) A letter avus read descriptive of the rotton state of Waterloo Bridge, and asking for £10 towards repair ing it. £5 Avas granted, the actual cost being £11 os. It Avas agreed to allow £10 on one at Kaukapakapa, on condition that the money be expended on improvements. Mr Otway complained of the condition of the Titirangi road. g^The Chairman Avas asked to write to Mr Allright upon the snbject. ACCOUNTS. The financial position of the Council avus discussed when it AA-as found that they had at the last and present meeting, A*oted more than their balonce in hand, that the most urgent demands should be met first, and oihers as their financial condition improved and the licenses came in. GENERAL RATE. Mr Sinclair gave notice that he Avould move at the next meeting " That a general rate be[lev'ed throughomt the county." SMALL ACCOUNTS. _ Several small accounts were ordered to be paid.

DISTRICT PRIZE FIRING.

CARBINES, SECOND SET.-ARTILLERY AND NAVALS. The firing of the second set of carbines for District Prizes commenced this morning at the Rifle Range. About twenty-five Artillery an_ NaA-al Volunteers assembled for the purpose of competing, and great interest was manifested in the contest. The men were under the charge of Major Lusk; Bugler Lee also attended. A strong breeze blew across the range, but in spite of this some very fair scores Avere made: rain also fell several times. The ranges were : 200, 250, 300, and 100 yards ; five shots at each range. The following are the scores:— 200 yards : Allen, Nay. (Ist range prize, 8s) 16 W. Smith (2nd range prize, Is 6d) .. .. 16 Martin 16 Leßoy 15 Norrie 15 Nicholson 15 Moselm 11 Salmon 14 "__oung 13 Coleman 13 Allen (Art.) 13 D. Priestly 13 Lee 12 Heighway .. .. .. .. .. .. 12 Jones 12 Heaps 11 Le Griffon 11 Laing 11 Bryan 10 H. Rose 10 Lipscombe 9 SaAvkins .. 7 Riley 2 250 yards : Norrie (Ist range prize 8s) 17 Le Roy (2nd range prize Is 6d) 16 H. Rose 14 Jones 13 LeGriffon .... 13 Salmon ...... 13 Lee 13 W. Smith 12 Heighway '2 Allen (Art.) .. .. 11 Allen (Nay.) .. .. 11 D. Priestly 10 Nicholson .. • .. .. 10 Sa.vkins 9 Bryan 9 Heaps 9 Coleman 9 Lipacomße 8 Martin 8 Laing 8 Moselm .. .. 7 Young 6 Riley ' •• 2 [PER "STAR" CARRIER PIGEON.I 12.30 p.m. 300 YARDS , Leßoy Ist Range prize, 8s) .. .. ..17 D. Priestly (2nd Range prize, 4s 61) .. .. 15 H.Rose 17 W.Smith 14 Salmon 13 Lipscombe 12 Norrie 12 Young 12 Bryan 1} Allen (Nay.) 11 LeGriffon 11 Lee 1 n Jones 10 Heaps 10 Heigh Way 10 Moselm 8 Allen (Art.) 8 Coleman 4 Martin • • • • * Nicholson - •• . Sawkins.. .. j Laing 4 Riley • •• 0 2 p.m. 400 yards: Allen (NaA-.)(lst Range prize, Ss) .. ..20 N-n-rie (2nd. Range prize, 4s 6d) 17 Rose •• •• 14 LeGriffon 13 Salmon 13 Coleman 13 W.Smith 12 Leßoy 12 Allen )Art.) 12 Lee .. 11 Jones • 10 D. Priestly 9 Moselm 8 Bryan 8 Heighway .. 7 Nicholson 6 Heaps .. 5 Lipscombe • •• 5 Martin .. .. 4 Young — •• I Loing 3 Sawkins " Riley .. ' 2 aggregate scores : Pts. Norrie (Artillery) Ist prize £2 61 Leßoy (Na\-als) 2nd prize £1 5s .. .. 60 Allen (Navals) 3rd prize £1 58 Smith (Navals) 4th prize, 15s .. .. .. 51 Rose (Artillery) sth prize, 10s .. .. .-. 53 Salmon (Artillery) 53 LeGriffon (Navals) 48 Lee (Artillery) - 47 D. Priestley (Artillery) 47 Jones (Navals) .. 45 Allen (Arlilleiy) 44 Heighway (Artillery) .. ~ .. .. 41 Coleman (Navals) 39 Brvan (Navals) 38 Moselem (ArtiUer. ) .. .. .. .. 37 Nicholson (Navals) 35 Young (NuA'als) 35 Heaps (Artillery) .. — 35 Lipscombe (Artillery) 34 Laing (Navals) 26 Sawkins (Artillery) 22 Mart'n (Navals) 22 Riley (Aru io . /

TOTAL WINNINGS.

Navals.—Le Roy, «1 17s 6d ; Allen, £1 16s; fc mith, 19s 6d. Total, £1 13s. artille'-y.—Norrie, £2 12s 61; Rose, 103; Priestly, 4s 6d. Total, £3 7s. The total amount fired for was £S. The usual five per cent, deduction will be made for mark ing expensas.

CITY COUNCIL.

The usual fortnightly meeting of the City Council Avas held to-day atl p.m. Present: Hi 3 Worship the Mayor, Councillor Goldie,' Isoacs, Dickson, Masefield, Waddell, and Fleming, Buchanan, and Cosgrave. On the question that the minutes be confirmed, Councillor Isaacs objected to the manner in Avhich the vote on the water- Avorks was recorded, as Councillors Mase field and Buchanan, who had declared themselves unopposed to the motion, Avere set doAvn as voting on the other side. The Mayor said he had ruled that those Avho did not \*ote should be put dovra for the motion. Councillor Isaacs dissndted from this vieAV, the Councillors should have been compelled to vote. The Mayor : It Avould be impossible to compel councillors to vote. If they do not vote against a motion, I naturally conclude that they agree Avithit. I gave Councillor Masefield every opportunity of moving an amendment. After some further discussion, the matter dropped, and the minutes Avere confirme '. LICENSED VICTUALLERS. Letter from Secretary of Licensed Vic tuallers' Association, ?prayiugg that com pulsory keeping lights burning be abolished. Councillor Goldie moved that the letter be received and the be informed that the Council has no power to interfere, as the regulation is rendered compulsory by the Act. Councillor Masefield seconded the motion, Avhich Avas agreed to. MR. dornwell's grievances. Letters from A. Dornwell praying for dif ference betAveen old and new payment on Avater rates ; also, reduction in the meter charge, as a neighbour Avith a sausage machine Avas allOAved to use it for nothing; also, praying compensation for damage .by the bursting of a pipe in his cellar. On the motion of the Mayor, seconded by Councillor Dickson, the letter was re ceived. INCREASED AVATER SUPPLY. Letter from A. G. Purchas asking for water supply. Postponed until the return of Mr Erring ton. Letter from John Codlin calling attention to dangerous state of footpath in a passage near his hotel. The Mayor said that on the previous day a gentleman fell down and narrowly escaped breaking his leg. As it Avas he Avas much bruised. Moved by Councillor Cosgrave, seconded by Councillor Dickson, and carried, that the matter be referred to the Public Works Committee, AA'ith poAver to act. Letter from Mrs Ann O'Connell asking permission to erect a movable fruit stall at the end of Custom House,street. The Mayor considered it Avould be unfair to persons who had paid licenses. Moved by Councillor Masefield, seconded by -Councillor Cosgrave, and carried, that the Board has no power to interfere. Letter from Thomas Mackie suggesting terms for lease of allotments occupied by him. ■Referred to EndoAvment Committee. Letter from W. Leys drawing attention to damage to his property in Sheridan-street by alteration of levels, contrary to assur ances given by the Council, and not accord ing to the permanent levels. Councillor Goldie proposed that the letter be received, and that the writer be informed that the Council can do nothing in the matter. i# After a discussion the matter Avas referred to the Public Works' Committee. Letter from Mr Slater claiming £50 for servfecs in connection with the city map. The Mayor said the Committee had sug gested that the material given to Mr Slater should be handed over, before a final pay ment was made. After discussion it Avas agreed that Mr Slater's claim be invested. ZACHARIAH VARE. A letter from this contractor, in reference to payment for Avork done was received. MR UICKSoN AND THE CITY SURVEYOR. A letter from Councillor Dickson, Avith reference to the City Surveyor Avas read. This stated that large items of money Avere Avasted through Avant ',of foresight on the part of the City Surveyor, Avho Avas not qualified to hold his present position. He could show Avorks in a number of streets in the city, Avhich exhibited great lack of skill, and want of foresight. He Avas prepared to point out these Avorks, and they could be fully inspected within four hours. He could call evidence in sup port of his charges. Councillor Cosgrave said Councillor Dickson had no right Avhatever to write such a letter so long as he held a seat iv the Council. Councillor Masefield said Councillor Dickson should make specific charges. A gaeat deal of discussion took place on the subject. Three charges Avere handed in by Coun cillor Dickson. The Mayor thought they should be referred to a Committee, • and this course was supported by other members. Some discussion followed, during which personalities Avere indulged in. It Avas finally agreed on the motion of the Mayor, seconded by Councillor Waddel, •' That the charges be referred to a Com mittee, consisting of the Avhole Council. WATERAVORKS CONMMITTEE. This report Avas read. The recommendation, "That the Super intendent and Engineer be requested to prepare plans for laying mains in all parts of the city not yet supplied Avith water, was adopted.

(Left Sitting.)

TELEGRAPHIC.

GRAHAMSTOWN, this day, LATEST MINING.

Alburnia.—The stopes east of Sons of Fa c lorn reef is g'v'.ng first-class stone. No. 3 winze lately sunk is down 8 feet, and a little gold is seen, together Avith minerals. . The Stopes above the Whau level are pro ducing large quantities of loav .grade stuff, which is payable. .•■ The Avinze in 1 Dixon's section of the reef is 2)4 feet wide. A parcel of 30 tons .from here is now being crushed, and is expected to prove payable.

TAUPO, this day.

EARTHQUAKE SHOCKS.

Two sharp earthquakes Avere felt here between 9 and 9-15 this morning. No damage Avas done. The springs were unusually active for some considerable time after the shocks.

RUSSELL, this day.

THE REGATTA.

The Sis Avon the yacht race by 15 mins. Auckland boats also Avon the pair-oared and scullers' races, aud came in second in the Avhaleboat race.

(PRESS AGENCY)

WANGANUI, this day,

THE .REGATTA.

The Champion 4-oared outrigger race Avas Avon by the Lyttelton boat, Dolly Vardeu, 3 lengths behind, and Christ church boat ten lengths. This was a splendid race. .

DUNEDIN, this day.

FATHER HENNEBERRY ON EDUCATION.

The Rev. Father Henneberry preached on education last night. He was very bitter on the neAV education system here, and secular education generally. He said those who voted for the. measures must be looked on by Catholics as deadly enemies, and must never again receive their vote.

He said, "If you have Catholic faith and Catholic hearts Avithin you, you Avill never give a vote to any of those infidels whom Almighty God Avill sink into hell some day for leading for leading a Avhole generation away from religion." This work would fall upon the Legislature. He urged Catholics to educate their children in their oavu institutions, and recommended the Bishop to withhold abso lution from those avlio did not do so exclusively.

CHRISTCHURCH, this day,

FATAL AFFRAY.-VERDICT OE MANSLAUGHTER.

At the inquest to-day on the body of Thomson, killed in the recent affray, the jury returned a vernict of manslaughter against John Leved, avlio is committedf for trial. At th c final nieetig of the Indian Famine Fund, it AA*as stated that the total amount collected avus £564. The balance of £270 in hand Avill be given to the Benevolent institu tions. There is very great disaffection among merchants and others at the short supply of trucks betAveen Christchurch and the port.

The Waiuku Agricultural Association have considerately postponed the holding of their annual ShoAV until Wednesday, the 20th February, in order not to clash Avith the similar event at Mahurangi. A number of the leading Waiuku settlers are going to visit Warkworth, and Avill be present at the ShoAV. Mahurangi settlers Avill no doubt return the compliment. The schooner Mazeppa had not arrived at Levuka on the 23rd January. She Avas then sixteen days out.

EYEiNING _STAR WEDNESDAY.. 13, 1878



TO PLUMBERS, TINSMITHS, AND GASFITTKR-.—A Meeting will be held at the British Hotel on THURSDAY Evening, at 8 o'clock, to consider forming a Sick Benefit Society.—T. Leanning. TV ANTED, Cash Purchasers to know VI that I sell at ToAvn Prices, and supply superior articles, especially|Teas, ray superlative mixture at 3s. per lb. is a treat. I have a good Family Tea at 2s; Refined Sugars from IJcl per lb. Coffee roasted and ground on the premises frosh daily. Try my Assam Tea, the best value in Auckland.—W. S. Collins, Family Grocer, Manukau Road, Parnell. WANTED, a General Servant.—Apply Queensferry Hotel. ANTED, a Billiard-marker, and a Boy to make himself generally useful.— Waitemata Hotel. WANTED, for a short time, a con veniently situated and comfortably furnished Cottage.—For particulars apply to Mrs L. D. Halstoad. WeLlcsley-street West. WANTED, by a very respectable young Girl, a situation as barmaid ; upstairs preferre 1; good references. — Mrs Elsmore, Registry, Shortlar.d-street. WANTED, a thorough General Servant. —Francis J, Shortt, Hairdresser, 140, Queen-street. ANTED, a Waites, also a Lad for the Bakehouse.—C. Burton, Baker and Confectioner, Queen-street. WANTED, Tenders for excavating Foundations. —G. lloldship, Auckland Timber Company (Limited). ANTED, a Situation as Clerk or Salesman in a Warehouse ; five years' experience. Country not obiected to.—Apply to J. 8., this office. WANTED, a stout Boy, accustomed to Drive a Cart, and to make himself gene rally useful.—G. It. McNab, 30, Queen-street. WANTED, a good General Servant for North Shore.—Mrs W. H. Fenton, 64, Queen-street. WANTED, Cooks, General Servants, and Housemaids for hotels, anrlseveral General Sereants for suburbs and country.— E. Henry's Registry. Shortland street. WANTED, a good General Servant ; references required.—Apply between 12 and 2 p.m. to Mrs Dawson, Wellesley-street, next Baptist Chapel. WANTED, immediately, a competent Dressmaker; o.e Avho understands a hand machine.—Apply this office. WANTED, a little Girl from 14 to 15 years of age.—Apply toMrF. Williams. Qu-en-3treet. Wharf. WANTED, a Youth to mind an ofiice. Apply Star ofiice. ■ \\7"ANTED,TiyirBoj 16 years of age, T T able to milk, a situation in the country. —Apply at this ofiice. ANTED, a good Bench Hand; also room for Two Improvers to bench work.—C. Brookes, Blue Boot, Queen-street. ANTED, a Plumber, Gasfitter, and Tinsmith.—Apply Branston and Forster, Albert-street. TIT AN TED, respectable Servants to \ » knoAv that No Fees are demanded at Hannaford'B Auckland Registry, opposite Army and Navyllotc'. 32 excellent Situations (various) open. ANTED, a thorough General Ser vant.—Francis J. Shortt, Hair-dresser, 140, Queen-street. WANTED, a Youth, accustomed to the use of the Needle and Palm ; con stant work to a good hand.—Address No. It, Insurance Buildings. WANTEDT" -avo hundred Common Pigeons at oncel—S. W. Knight, Poulterer, City Market. WANTED, a feAV respectable Men as Boarders, i Terms, 15s per week. Also to let, a Furnished Bedroom.—Apply last house but one Alten Road. TTITANTED, a Helper for the Smith's T» Shop. — Cousins & Atkin, Viotoria- Carriage Factory. _, WANTED, Machinists for Pearson's Wax Thread Machine and general work. —Black & Co., Wholesale Boot Manufacturers, Albert-street. .. WANTED, Purchasers for all descrip tions of Timber, Sashes, Doors, Mo uld ngs, Joiner's Work, &c, at Prices to meet the times.—Auckland Timber Company (Limited), G. Holdship, Manager. • WANTED, a Pu.cliaser for First-class Spring Cart and' Harness complete.— Apply United Service Hotel, Queen-street. WANTED~aTrconnected with Private Boarding Houses, Restaurants. Hotels. Shipping. &c„ &c. togiveROBLBY'S PATENT AERATED FLOUR one fair trial for Bread. Tea Cakes, Scones, Pancakes, Pastry, &c. It will be found more economical than any other kind of Flour. Also, Roblej's Prepared Porridge Meal for Indigestion, and Robley's Superior Food for Infants and Invalids. Wholesale and Retail Manufactory : Upper Lome-street, Auckland. WC. DENNES has made Immense • Reductions in Sewing Machines. See Prices :—Wheeler and Wilson, treadle, from £5 10s : Singer, treadle, £7 ; Hand Machines, chain stitch, from £2 2s; Look-stitch, from £3 3s.— Great Machine Depot, Queen-street. tit~aTn T c d k now n. TO TRADESMEN, MECHANICS, AND OTHERS. MONEY ADVANCED in SUMS of £2 to £50 on personal security, re-payable by weekly instalments, at L. H. NEUMKGEN, Auckland Loan Ofiice, 165, Queen-street, opposite Savings Bank. Private Entrance down right-of-way. WHITE Hats, Aveigh only 2_ ounces, good quality. Is; Elephants, containing scent, 6d; Spirit of Love, in funny bottles, 4d each; other Se mt, Id; large bottles Laven der Water, 9d ; No. 4 to No. 12 Knit ting Cotton. 2s . alb; Knitting Pins, 3d pair; Packing Needles. 2d dozen; Ladies Frilled Chemises, 33; Ladies' Lisle Gloves, id: Men's Fancy Pearl Studs, 6d; Men's 6d Socks re duced- to lid; Rack Ccmbs, 3d; A*ery superior do,, 6d; good Tooth Combs, 2d; only a feAV of the'handsome Bows left at 9d ; Patent Leather Satchels reduced to ls; other Satchels, 9d; Large 2s Kits for ls: Hair Pads, ls; Violet Powder, Id a packet; Windsor Soap, 3 cakesfor 4d; Fresh Lot of Handsojne Git Brooches and Earrings, 6d to ls ; Shirt Buttons, 12 doz. for 6d; fresh lot of Boots and cheap lot of Floavci-s ; fresh lot of Toys, Id to 6d ; large China Polls, 6d ; handsome Butter Coolers, Is 3d; Flour, l*d; more of tho splendid 2s Tea; superior Mixed Tea, 2s6d; full Aveight Sperm Candles, 101 d, &c, &c—W. H. Dampier, Victoria-street, corner of Hobson-street. J?Orffc — SIX-ROOMED Honße, quite new, n *-WV. Nelson-street, For Sale. £20 cash ; balariceSby weekly payments. Good garden.— C. William on. Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane. THE "Auckland Improvement Com missioners will cause to be sold by public auction, the lease for 99 years of ail the unsold allotments in Princes, O'Rorke. Alfred, Welies ley-street East, SymOndV Rutland, and Lorne street., on the iSth March. IS7B. • ■ : R. 11. STEVENSON, Secretary. Improvement Commissioners Office,' 14th February, 1873. • ' '■' • \TfTANTEI.) Known, that D. GOLDIE is VV prewired to supply ail kinds of Timbe and other Building Materials, including Sashes Doors, Mouldings, Broad Timber, House Blocks Fosts, Rails, llardwood b'olloes, Shafts, Iro Bark and Blue Gum -hatha, Shingles, &c.. Sec ar, the lowest niark-tprif.e. .' h*« A*,.- Cus ttm-houae-street.



WANTED, a General Servant; refer ences required.—J. W. Robinson, Manu kau Road, Parnell. \ffANTED, a good General Servant a 7 for Remuera, whore another is kept.— ' Apply b 'fore 11 a.m. to Mrs W. Cruickshank, Craftbi. i.oad. WANTED, a smart Message Boy.— Apply I. Levy, Monster Clothing Mart, Queen-street, at once. WANTED to Let, in Parnell, _avo 6-roomed Houses, with every con venience.— Apply to Richard Reals. TO Bootmakers.—Wanted, a good Work man.—Apply to F. Stephens, Bootmaker, Queen-street. XytTANTED, a respectable active Youth TT to drive a baker's cart; also a Boy as apprentice to the Baking and Con fectionery business. — James Leslie, Urion Bakery, Parnell. WANTED, by a respectable man, a situation to work in a garden or make himself generally useful; can milk well.—Apply S.K., this office. WANTED, a strong Lad, one about 16 years of age prefered.—Apply George Leahy, Smith, Custom House-street. W "ANTED, a good Machinist; one who understands a Grover & Baker's Machine —Mrs. Kirkman, Drake street, Freeman's Bay. WANTED, a good Slaughterman for Gisborne: wastes 30s week and found.— Apply, bet.Aveen 9 and 10 to-morrow, to S. M. Wilson, City Club Hotel. T.XTANTED, a _ a _ t0 ass i s t f Q a dairy t V near town, and drive a light cart.— AddressE.O.W., STAROffice. WANTED, ~by aiTOkf Salt, a berth on shore as messenger, storeman, or any suitable employment; sober, trustworthy ; first-class references. — Address Albatross. Stak Oilice. ANTED, General Servants, assis tant in housework, Cook and Laundress, Housemaids, Nursemaids, for town and country. —Mrs Colls' Select Registry Office. ITSTANTED, a few Machinists for shirts, v * etc., on Singer's machines; also learners for the machine and for handwork.— Apply at 31, Shortland-street. APARTMENTS to LeT; superior accommodation for a married couple, or sitting and. bedroom for a gentleman ; also rooms for two single gentlemen.—Apply this ofiice. LOST, on Sunday evening, 3rd February, a Black Lace Shawl, in or near Odd fellows Hall, Cook-streot. The finder Avill be rewarded.—Apply Star Office. LOST, this morning, from College Road, Freeman's Bay, a Blue and White Coav, branded SA.—Anyone returning the same to Mr. J. Owen, College Road, will be reAvarded. LOST, on Tuesday afternoon, in Parnell, part of a Gold Kar-ring set Avith coral.— Finder will be rewarded on returning same to P. H. LeAA'isson. Queen-street. FOR SALE, Building Allotment inßond street, Newton, 33 x 101 feet, level ground. Price, £20. May be paid for by instalments if required.—Apply at this office. BAND OF HOPE, FRANKLIN ROAD. An ENTERTAINMENT of a Musical and Literary nature will be given by the members of the aboA'e at the School Room, Franklin Koad, TO-MORROW EVENING, at half-past seA'en. The chair will be occupied by Mr McKenzie. A Collection for the support of the Band of Hope funds. IfAO X -IMPROVED FARM of 260 acres; cSf-t-'VtJ'. about 80 acres in good grass, also ■ acres of well established orchard, yielding everal tons of fruit during the season, 25 acres bush. House of 6 rooms, and outbuildings. Will be sold on easy terms.—S. Vaile, Land Agent, Shortland-street. £OOK —FOR SALE, Farm of 156 acres,' .V_».». partly improved, 50 acres bush, House of 3 rooms, &c, 20 miles from Auckland. —S. Vaile, Land Agent, Shortland-street. fpOR SALE, aU'large Allotment in Chapel-street.—Samuel Cochrane & Son. OlAto £1000 LENT, on Building Society cwJ-VF principles or on any terms to suit borrowers.—C. Williamson. Estate Agent, Vul can Lane J _J\lortgagesandL FOR SALE, in Symonds-street. a large Dwelling-house, with freehold allotment, 66 x 330 feet. Price, £150. Terms very easy.— S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland street. ACHT for Sale.—The Coutrabandiere, 10 tons, beautifully fitted out, will bo sold very cheap, oAvner leaving the Colony; also a very large Open Pleasure Boat, capable of carrying 10 persons. -W. P. Featherstone, North Shore. T^TORTH SHORE.—For Sale, a bargain, IT that beautifully-situated and AveU-built Residence adioining the Devonport Hall. The position is unequalled on the Shore, being close to the water's edge, and yet sheltered from all bleak Avinds. The Garden is Avell stocked with Fruit and Ornamental Trees. The property is better known as having been the residence of the late Mr David Burns. Apply on the premises.—W. P. Featherstone. £0/|_A —HOUSE of 6 rooms, wash-house with copper, coal-hole, range, &c, good well, allotment 66 x 108-6, fenced and planted, 25 minutes from Post-office S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland-street. 1-OQA -21 ACRES GOOD LAND, 7 acres oW'i.vv. in grass and crops, 1 acre orchard and garden, all fenced, plenty of water, House of 6 rooms, good dairy. 20 acres adjoining, on Avhich there is a small Dwelling-house and out buildings ; can be had at a low price; close to the Railway Station.—S. Vaile, Land Agent. Shortand-street. 0"| ACRE FARM, 17 miles from -OJ-L Auckland. Good orchard, 10 acres in grass and crops, comfortable house of four rooms, plenty of Avood and water; large run ad ioining. Price, £270.—5. Vaile, Estate Agent, Shortland-street. TO LET, Avith immediate possession, on Three Kings Road, near Epsom, a good Dairy Farm of eighty acres, with dwelling house, stable, cowsheds, &c, at present .occupied by Mr James CraAvford.—For terms apply on the farm to J. Crawford. TO LET, House and Shop, corner of Victoria and Albert-streets.—Apply next door. TO LET, Onehunga Lodge, fronting the sea; 7-roomed House in thorough ropair, Avith 5 acres of land; rent, £30 per annum.—Apply to W. A. Kensington, Survey Office. FIVE SHILLINGS REWARD.—Lost' betAveen the Albert Hotel and Havelock street, a Leather Purse containing one half sovereign, some silver, and a gold cross. The above reward will be paid to any one leaving the same at Mr J. C. Morrin's, Qaeen-street. OR SALE G~R RENT, the only Soda Water Establishment in Fiji, containing Hay ward, T.vler, and Co.'s double beam action Sodawater Machine, capable of making 600doz. per day, with Botiling Machine complete. Also, one Ice Machine capable of making lOOlbs Ice every five hours. For further particulars apply to E. R. CARDNO. Fort-street, Auckland. TO LET, in Karangahape Road, a House of seven rooms and scul'ery, with cix fireplaces, well adapted for a medical man, at present occupied by Dr. Young. Possession can be had by 25th February.—Apply to J. Carson, Stichbury's Buildings, Queen-street; or to A. Sommerville, opposite Holdship's Factory, Newton. FOR SALE (cheap), one 14ft. Sailing Boat, Ships' Dingies, and Boats.—James ■ Clare, Custom-House-street East. T~ O LET, Shop and D-velling in Queen-street, with stabling and back entrance.—Apply to D. Evitt, next door, or to J. Westwood, Remuera. JAt-t *)/_—STORE, Bakehouse, and *ksJ JL & " " six-roomed House for Sale at Tuakau for £120. Half-acre of ground, fenced. Very easy terms. —C. WiUiamson, Estate Agert, Vulcan Lane. • DOUBTLESS BAY, NEAR MONGANUI. FOR SALE OR LEASE, the Estate of Kau hoehoe, Doubtless Bay, the property and former residence of Walter Brodie, Esq., comprising 917 acres 2 roods. Full particulars can he obtained on applica tion to THOS. WESTON, Vulcan Lane. TO LEI', a six-roomed House corner of Ponsonby and. Franklin-streets ; good vieAV of city and harbour.—H. Partington, House and Land Agent, Stichbury's Buildings. filOR LEASE, four-roomed Cottage, 5 ' acres of Land at Shoal Bay. Large por tion orchard and garden ; short distance from Stokes' Point, with water frontage.—H. Par tington, Hou_e and Land Agent, Stichbury's Buildings. BRUTUS is himself again ! My Room is noAV Open for Billiard Players. My Table is as good as neAV, and I am ready to attend to my customers. The best Table in Auckland. — John Smith, Newton Hotel, Newton. " r\RGANR E C 1 T A L PITT-STREET WESLEYAN CHURCH BY . Harcourt Lee, Esq., Organist of the late Mr. Henderson's Church. Melbourne, on MONDAY, FEBRUARY IS, IS7B. Ticket., 2s. 6d., to be o'.t.iwd «st the Book s-jli-r.-, ai.d -i'o.u Alessi'o. Ld on aud ..IcMaster.



j3^|g. Tft O R LEVUKA "^tWsZsY3_i& The schooner mmß&g&k AGNES DONALD, J. Murray, Master, will sail as above on or about TUESDAY next, 19th instant. For freight or passage apply to A. P. DONALD. Fort-street, Auckland. February 13, 1873. TKTEW ZEALAND RAILWAYS. 878 Tons of 52-lb. Iron Rails and Fastenings for the Neav Zealand Railavays. Public Works Ofiice, Wellington, 6th February, IS7B. Written Tenders will be received at this office, up to noon on MONDAY, the 22nd July, 1878. for the above contract. They must be addressed to the Honorable Minister for Public Works, Wellington, and marked outside "Tender for Rails and Fastenings." Plans and specifications may be seen at the Public Works Offices, Auck land, Christchurch, Dunedin, Inve>ca_fgill. and Wellington, and at the Chief Surveyor's Office, Nelson, and the Railway Manager's Office, Napier. Telegraphic tenders, similarly ad dressed and marked, will be received if pre sented at any Telegraph Office by noon of the same date, provided that written tenders in due form are lodged at any of the abo\-e-named offices by the same hour, and accompanied by a cheque on some bank in town where the tender is lodged ; such cheque to be specially marked by a banker as good for tAventy-one days, and to be in favour of the ReceiA'er-General's Deposit Account only, and not to bearer or order. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. By command. JOHN CARRUTHERS, Engineer-in-Chief. INSURANCE COMPANIES • ASSOCIATION. Policy-Holdeks are reminded that no Claims are recognised or recoverable if tiie property insured be previously or subsequently insured elsewhere unless the particulars of such other insurance is allowed by endorsement on their Policies. H. Worsp, Auckland, February 6,1878. '___ T O. G. T." A new Lodge, under the jurisdiction of the R.W.G. Lodge, will be Opened at the Tem perance Hall, Albert-street, THIS EVENING, 13th inst., at 7.30. Members of the Order are cordially invited. S. BROOKING. D.D.R.W.G.T. KNOW all Men by these presents, that the only Shop in town Avhere a prime joint of Beef or Pork, a hind-quarter of Lamb, a juicy leg of Mutton can be had at all times is at Dornwell's. Only for three weeks more, i WB I R C H • Wishes to thank his friends for past favours, and to inform them that he has Re commenced Business in Wellesley-rtreet, next to Mr S. Parker's Galvanised Iron AVorks, a few doors from Queen-street, Avhere he hopes by strict attention to the Avants of his customers, to receive a share of their patronage. Ladies Hand-sewn Boots, and all other kinds of Boots and Shoes made to order on the premises. Boots repaired on the shortest notice. TENDERS AA-ill be received up to the loth instant, for Valuable Freehold Pro party in Grahamstown.— Apply to A. Dornwell, Queen-street. 0 TEACHERS.—A Meeting of the Teachers of the Education District of Auckland Avill be held in City East Schoolroom, Wellesley-street, on SATURDAY, 16tn instant, at 3 p.m. Business: To receive Chairman'? report and discuss further arrangements, in accordance with resolutions passed at previous meeting.—Henry Worthington (City East), Ed. M. C. Harrison (City West). FOUND, a Dog—Returned to owner on giving description and number of register on collar.—Stab office. TTEVONPORT LODGEJ LOTgTt. A Special Meeting of the above Lodpe will be held in the Lodge-room on FRIDAY EVEN ING, the loth instant, at 8 o'clock, to consider the advisability of surrendering the Charter to Grand Lodge. • "DONSONBY HIGHWAY DISTRICT. FINAL NOTICE.—I shall attend at Ponsonby Hall on SATURDAY, the 16th February inst., from 8 to 10 a.m., and from 7 to 9 o'clock p.m., to receive payment of rates remaining unsettled. Summonses AvhT be issued on Monday next, the 18th instant, for recovery of any rates then unpaid. M. G. LAMBERT, CoUector. Ponaonby. 13th Fpbruary. 1878. ■ BUBiSON BANL* MOONLIGHTI-XCURSION POSTPONED till Monday next, Feb. 18. J. CHRISTOPHER, Sec. Hobson Band. TTEWTON FIRE BRIGADE. An Adjourned Meeting will be held in tie Newton Hall on TUESDAY, 19th instant, at 7.30 p.m. A full attendance is requested. J. WARREN, Chairman. UKNISHED Bedrooms to Let, suitable for single gentlemen, five minutes' wife from Queen-street.—Mrs. Banks, Nelson-street, second house from Victoria-street. HE Regular Monthly Meeting of the Prince of Wales Lodge, No. 1338, E.C., will be held at the Lod?e-room, Masonic Hotel, Princes-street, To-__orroav (Thursday) Evening, at 7.30. Visitors are invited by order of lhe W.M. ' _^ FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15. OPEN BO AT ' N V M P H.. THE Subscribers Avill offer at the Rooms, Fort-street, on Friday, 15th inst., at 12 o'clock, The Open Boat Nymph, 18ft. 6in. long. sft. 6in. beam, with sails and all fittings complete ; she is just built and took 2nd prize in the Regatta. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, i ■ Auctioneers. - • FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15. HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, PIANOFORTE, CHLORODYNE, DOOR MATS. THE Subscribers Avill sell at the Mart, Fort-street, on Friday, loth-instant, at 11 o'clock, ; :' ' . . _ : A General Assortment of Useful Household Furniture for Parlour, Bedroom, and Kitchen, &c. Rosewood Pianofortes by Collard and Col i lard, and Metzler and Co. 1 case Freeman's Chlorodyne Lot of new Door Matp> SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. TO-MORfefV. FRUIT ! FRUIT ! ! FRUIT !! ! L. W. EAT ON WILL sell by aucticr, at nis mart, Queen-street, to-morrow (Thursday), at 12 o'clock. 25 boxes Grapes 20 cases Apples 10 cases Peara Sec, Sec, Sec TUESDAYJFEBRUARY 19. ?| PRELIMINARY NOTICE. HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE. GRAFTON ROAD. THE Subscribers have received instruc tions from Mr R. W, Dyson, to sell at his residence, Grafton Road, on Tuesday, 19th inst,, at 11 o'clock. The Whole of His Household Furniture &c, &c. Full particulars in to-morrow's issue. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON/ .v ■* Auctioneers. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20. THE DRURY CATTLE SALE. THE Drury Cattle Sale will be held on | Wednesday, Feb. 20. There will be yarded above 200 head Store, Fat. and Dairy Cattle 50 Two and Four tooth LongAvooled Ewes 25 Longwooled Ewe Lambs. And, A Shorthorn Bull, by Baron Wetherby, out of Polyanthus, roan, rising three years, bred by Messrs. R. and J£. Maclean. ALFRED BUCKLAND.