THE WEATHER REPORT.

For the Week ending 30th March, IS7B.

The past week shews a continuation of dry weather that has prevailed throughout the month of Marsh, the total rainfall being little more than the twentieth of an inch, (0.055); falling on the night of the 26th, with northerly wind ; immediately after the change to that quarter from the S. W. The flows, however, have been so excessively heavy on two or three nights as to leave traces of moisture in the receiver of the rain guage. The mean day temperature has been the same as last week, viz., 72.0. The mean uight is one degree higher— 56.5; giving an approximate mean over day aud night of 64.3. This is about oue degree lower than the meau registered for the same week of last year, and 1.3 below that of the month for the 14 years ending 1877. The warmest day registered 75.5 on the 24th; the coolest 69.4 on the 26th. The warmest night 59,8 on the 29th ; the coolest 50.8 on the 23rd. The highest reading in the full sun was 132.0 on the 29th ; aud the lowest on the glass during the night of the 23rd, descending to 30.6, or 1.4 below the freezing point. The wind blew fresh from the S.W. at the beginning of the week, giving a rate of 21J miles per hour at 10.0 a.m. on Tuesday the 26th; after this, as above mentioned, it shifted to N. and N.E., and fell very light, the average for Friday being only 5 miles _er hour. The scanty fall of rain has been already remarked ; in the same week last year none at all was re corded. . As observed in the last weeK of March 1877, the barometer has ranged extremely ]__■_, giving an average of 30.395, with an absolute extreme of 30.469 on the 24th. Last year the highest reading for upwards of 6 months was taken on the 28th ; in 1876 the extreme height occurred earlier in the month, viz., on the 13th ; the readings of 1876 and 1878 being nearly identical, that of 1877 a little lower. For the convenience of non-scientific readers, the dates here given are the actual civil dates of the occurrences, not those of their observation on the following morning. This will explain apparent discrepancies between the articles appearing in this paper, and the tables published in the "Herald."

Elwin E. Dickson, Meteorological Observer. • Auckland Meteorological Station, 30th March, 1878.

CLUBS FOR WORKING MEN.

(To the Editor of the Star.)

Sm,—l am not at all surprised that the estab lishment of a Working Mens' Club on tem perate, but not purely temperance and teetotal, principles has excited considerable discussion. Personally, I took a great interest in, and was indirectly connected with several such institu tions, and lam bound to say when I recall my experiences that I do not think they benefited In any desirable manner the class whom they were instituted to amuse and improve. The unrestrained sale of stimulants at a WorkiDg Mens' Club is, I seriously believe, a great mis take. Before proceeding to give my reasons, it is only right you should know that I am not a Good Templar, nor a teetotaller. As a matter of fact 1 abhor the Good Templars exceedingly, because of their narrow bigotry and Pharisaical self-laudation, which, however, it is pleasant to reflect, mars the cause they are so anxious to press more than any outside opposition could. But to return to the subject, the real reason I object to a bar at institutions like the one iu3t opened in Queen-street, is that I believe it proves their destruction sooner or later. In the first place it is, of course, natural that the Com mittee having the pecuniary interests of their institution at heart, should try to sell as much liquor as possible, in order to add to their revenues. For a similar reason the beer, wine, and spirits, are purchased as cheaply as possible, and consequently prove only too frequently more fiery than wholesome. I trust, sir, you will for giva me for repeating a stale platitude if I remark,nothing intoxicates a man so easily and injuriously as bad liquor, whatever it may be. It is perhaps unkind to say that, however these Clubs end, thfey always begin with a flourish of Strumpets. Their intentions are invariably excellent, and their aims high. By degrees,' however by vsry slow degrees, the fatal descent to Avernus is accomplished. It takes a long time, and is scarcely noticeable, but eventually there comes a day when the Committee are brought face to face with the disagreeable fact that the bar, and the bar qlone, is the attraction which draws men to the Club. Of course, some one may say that such Committees must be composed of incapables, or they would have kept drinking men off the books of the irstitu tion. It is, however, a very difficult thing to do, A Committee cannot inquire too deeply into the character and antecedents of every man who presents himself for election. It wbuld be most impolitic t. do so. Young institutions have their way to make.andoughtnot to begin by quarrelling. Black sheep will creep in however hard committee men may try to prevent them; when they have done so they not merely demoralise themselves, but their fellows. I feel sure that a great many of the best class of working men who seldom think of going into a public-house, waste a quantity of money out of sheer good-fellowship "at the Club," Nearly all these institutions offer, in spite of themselves, great opportunities and facilities to drinkers. The small rooms are admirably adapted for a lush on the quiet. The fact of liquor being attainable at them on Sunday is. I am confident, a great temptation to many good men and Jtrue, more especially when home is not too comfort able. I trust, sir, that you and your readers will clearly understand that the remarks I am making are not in any war personal. The Clubs with which I was acquainted were situated in a large seaport, the working population of -winch is of a much lower class than that of Auckland. There can be no doubt that the Queen-street Institution ought to succeed. An excellent com mittee has been appointed, and at present vigilance and moderation are the order of the day. I earnestly hope I may be able to point out the same thing six months hence. If the management can quietly prevent the bar becom ing the principal attraction of the place, and will treat any early cases of intoxication which may. arise. with severity, I really cannot see why all should not go well. It would be a great triumph for Auckland to succeed where many large cities of the old country have failed.—Pro Bono Publico.

POLICE COURT.—This Day.

Before R. C. Barstow, Esq. R.M. DRUNKARDS. " ' Alex Chapman and Maria Lusagle were each fined 5s and costs for being drunk. Mary Fletcher was charged with a like offence, but did not appear. The case was therefore adjourned till 2 o'clock. ASSAULT. Phillip Caffrey pleaded guilty to being drunk whilst in charge of a horse on Saturday last. Constable Dews said the prisoner was so : drunk on Saturday that he was clinging on round his horse's neck. Fined 40s and costs. The same man pleaded guilty to assault ing Constable Dews while in execution of his duty. |§Fined 40s and costs. DISOBEDIENT. George Winchester was charged with a breach of the Merchant Shipping Act, to wit disol idieuce whilst on board the British schooner Ellerton. Mr J. B. Russell said the prosecution were willing to withdraw the charge under certain circumstances. The prisoner accepted the proposition which was made, viz., his discharge and a deduction of £3 from his wages. Conse quently the case was dismissed. ASSAULT. George Jackson was charged with assault ing Mary Jackson by striking her with his clenche cl fist and also with a looking-glass. The complainant made no appearance, so Jackson was discharged. TRESPASS. Geo. Kendall was charged with trespass ing at night on the premises of Joseph Craig. Mr Pardy asked that the case might be adjourned till Saturday, as there was a theft connected with it. Remand granted. CHAMPAGNE SARAH AGAIN. Sarah Clarke was brought up on remand, ; charged with having used profane and : improper language on March 22nd. The prisoner said she did not remember using snch . language, but '■■ nevertheless pleaded guilty. . Mr Barstow said that as the prisoner had jj already suffered a week's imprisonment, he 3 should discharge her with a caution. LARCENY. j John McDougall, a respectable man, was < brought up on remand, charged with hay- | i

ingstolen a quantity of linen, the property of Jno Goodman. Mr Tyler appeared for the defendant, who pleaded not guilty. Mr Pardy said this was a parcel which was sent from the Star office to Mrs Good man. It got left on the wharf at Devonport and disappeared. Finally it was discovered in the prisoner's possession. Mrs Goodman said : My husband is in | the employ of Mr Brett, at Takapuna. I remember leaving a parcel at the STAR office on Monday 18th March to be sent over to the Nortli Shore. It consisted of a quantity of linen like that which is in Court. The parcel never ariived. The value of the linen is £1, and it is the pro perty of my husband. In answer to Mr Tvler: I never saw the parcel till now. That is the same string I tied it up with. It was wrapped up in a Star. That paper is a piece of the Star, but all STARS are the same, you know. George Foreman : I remember taking this parcel down to the Ferry boat and putting it on board. I have not seen it since till this morning. In answer to Mr Tyler : Ido not know which boat it was I put it on. Thomas Clarke : I remember a parcel being given to me. I put it on the top of the waiting room at Devonport. I never saw it since till to-day. In answer to Mr Tyler : It was about 5 o'clock that I left it at Devonport. I was in command of the Tainui that __ day. The prisoner was not on board that day. The prisoner bears the highest character. Parcels are frequently forgotten. McDou gall is rather a stupid man. Iv the evening especially he is sometimes rather dull of comprehension. Since the fishing excur sion he has seemed exceedingly stupid. Patrick Gorman: I keep the Flagstaff Hotel, Noi-Lli Shore. I remember McDougall coming in with three parcels on St. Patrick's Day. I refused to take one of the parcels as it was not directed. . In answer to Mr Tyler: It was a paper parcel rather torn or burst. My son was not there at the time. I think the hour was about two or three o'clock in the afternoon. McDougall might have said to me "It will do no harm lying behind the bar." ~, , , Arthur Gorman, aged 13, a son of the last witness, gave evidenca of a similar character. In answer to Mr Tylpr, he admitted that he could not remember the day the event took Oliver May, a storekeeper at the North Shore, said McDougall did not bring the parcel m Court to his place on St. Patrick's Day. In answer to Mr Tyler, May Jsaid that McDougall had always borne a high character, but was rather stupid. , Mr Brett said Mr Goodman is in my employ. I was told that a parcel was missing on the Thursday after St. Patrick's Day. On inquiry I heard it had gone to May's, but this did not prove to be the case. I asked Captain Clarke a second time about it whilst on board the boat. The defendant was within hearing. In answer to Mr Tyler: I should hardly think he did hear me. Constable Dews: Hearing a parcel was miss ing I went to defendant's house. His wife gave it up to me at once. I then went down to the 10 o clock boat and asked him about the parcel that was missing. He was much confused, and. said " What parcel V I explained what I meant, and asked him if he knew anything of it. He said " No." I then told himl got the parcel from his wife. ' _ , ... , .. In answer to Mr Tyler, witness admitted it was late at night when he talked with Mc- Dougall, and that Mrs McDougall gave him the parcel instantly. His Worship dismissed the case as there was not sufficient evidence. Mr Pardy expressed a wish that the defendant had not denied any knowledge of the parcel, as it would have saved the Court a great deal of trouble , ~, . Mr Tyler: My instructions are that he did not deny it. Mr Pardy: I think he did. Mr Tyler: You seem very sorry the man has not been committed Mr Pardy. Mr Pardy: Not at all, sir. I should be very sorry indeed to see that man sent to gaol. STEALING A HORSB. Henry Dnvoy was charged with stealing a horse, saddle, and bridle. , Mr Pardy asked for a remand till Tuesday week to collect evidence. Remand granted. ROBBING A WIFE. Frederick Bushe was charged with breaking into the house of his wife, Catherine Bushe, and robbing her of £2 in money and certain trinkets and document?. Mrs Busho has a separation order.'? At the request of Mr Pardy, the case was remanded till Tuesday, the 9th inst. OWEN AND GRAHAM V. McARTHUB. The return match between these two firms was played in the Domain, on Saturday, and resulted in a draw. Marsden (19) and Spry (22) made the best scores for McArthur, and Bloom field proved the most successful of Owen and Graham's team. We append the score:— McARTHUR AND CO. FIRST INNINGS. SECOND INNINGS. Marsden, b Macky ..19 b Macky .. .. 0 Spry, b Cotton.. .. 4 b Macky .. ..22 Talbot, b Cotton .. 0 b Cotton .. .. 1 Woods, bCotton .. 0 b Macky .. .. 1 Mitchell, not out .. 11 b Macky .. .. 3 McGregor, b Macky.. 1 b Biggs . ..5 Taylor, b Macky .. 0 not out .. ..10 Butler, c and b Cotton 0 c and b Macky .. 0 Baker, b Macky ..Ob Cotton .. .. 0 Nolan, b Macky .. 0 not out .. .. 1 Watson, run out .. 1 Extras .. ..2 Extras .. ..6 Total .. ..41 Total .. ..39 OWEN AND GRAHAM. Heather, c Taylor b McGregor .. 3 Cotton, c Butler b Marsden .. 12 Barker, b Marsden 2 Macky, c and b Marsden .. .. 0 Western, b McGregor .. .. 0 Bloomfield, c Butler b Marsden .. 18 Stodart, b McGregor 1 Lynch, c and b McGregor ~ .. 10 Biggs, run out .. .. .. .. 2 Whitaker. b McGregor .. .. 2 Ford, not out .. .'. .. . * 4 Extras .. .. .. .. 18 . Total ... ~ .. ~. ... 72 REMUERA V. OTAHUHU. This match played on Saturday afternoon in Mr Fairburn's paddock resulted in a victory for Otahuhu. The ground was in bad condition, but the local men appeared familiar with its undulations. C. Bowderi scored VI by good play. The fielding for the Remurea was not very good. Buckland bowled steadily throughout in spite of suffering from indisposition. The total score for Otahuhu first innings was 62. Remuera made a miserable show with the bat, three were out for 1 run. W. Porch's bowling for Otahuhu was dead on the wicket. The total scored by Remue a was 26, out of which num ber Mr Buckland contributed 24 runs, and carried out his bat. The fielding for Otahuhu wasmostpraiseworthy. The Otahuhu team made over 60 runs in the second innings, with the loss of 8 wickets. The-e was not time to finish the game. It should be mentioned that the Remuera team was the weakest they have played with. On Saturday next it is proposed to play the return match in. the Domain. ' .. -A match wns played between the employes of Messrs Morrin and Porter on Saturday after noon. Porter's first innings: Macdonald, 1; Goodwill, 0; Moginie, 0 ; Gunmer, 0; Cole, 9; Cooper, 0;" Lees. 26; Prime, 0 ; Hawkins, 1; Shepherd, 2; Williams, 0; extras, 2; total, 41. Second innings Macdonald, 4; Goodwill 2 ; Moginie, IS; Gummer, 4; Cols, 8; Cooper, 11; Lees, 2; Prime, 5 ; Hawkins, 6; Shepherd, 0 ; Williams, 0; extras, 7 ; total, 57.' Morrin's first innings ; Hilsith, 9; Cook, 0; Malarey, 4; Stokes, 7; Drummond, 81; Swanson,; n Hewitt, 17; Clayton, 9; Atkin, 8; Owen* 0; Morrin, 3; extras, 19; total, 157. . | |

DOMAIN BOARD.—This Day.

The usual meeting of the Domain Board was held this morning. Messrs Fenton (chair), McKechine, "Warren, and-Mcltonj EXTENSION OF LEASE OF DOMAIN GARDENS. An application was made by Mr J. B. Gundry, of Domain Gardens, for an extension of J his term of lease of the same, according to promise made to him by the secretary, for ten years. The application referred the various improve ments which the applicant had made since he had been the lessee of the gardens. Mr McKeckine proposed that a solicitor be in structed to draft a lease, with all the necessary clauses upDh the proposals of Mr Gundry, and submit the same at the next meeting. Seconded by Mr Melton, and carried. RIGHT OF WAY. With respect to a right of way from the Parnell district, it was resolved to write to the Government for permitting the ' same, with a recommendation from Mr Stewart, the En gineer. RESIGNATION OF MR CHALMERS. The resignation of Mr Chalmers, who had occupied his position under the Board for 1. years, was read; Mr Chalmers stating that he was compelled to take this step on account of advancing years and failing strength. He would, however, continue on for a time, until the Board could secure a suitable successor. He desired further a lease of allotment on which he bad built a house. Mr Fenton spoke highly of Mr; Chalmers ; a 3teady man and practical gardener, and thought it would be best to adiourn the consideration of lis resignation, and also of his! request for a ease, which could not be granted at once. He .hought Mr Chalmers might be j retained, if it svau only to superintend the work. Mr Warren having spoken in [similar terms, the matters were adiourned. NEW BOARD ROOM. The Chairman introduced the shbjectof a new 3oard room, upon which a Committee had been ippointed to report; but as the report was not eady, the matter was adiourned. BAD DRAINAGE. . An application was referred to respectmg the )'ad state ef the drainage in Stanley-street. Dr. Joldsbro's report, stated that it was a complete uiisance. |

The application asked for permission to put he pipes through. , Mr Warren moved, and Mr Melton seconded, 1 That the Government have permission to do he necessary work." ACCOONTS. The monthly accounts (£116) were ordered to te paid. mwrwnwwMmwinrxMWßßnnrMamwmTVtiTJTriAUi m i m iim ioti_—'"""- v

Corner of Cook and Grby-btbebtb. Printed and published by the Propriety Henry Brett, of Parnell, at his Genewu Steam Printing Office, Wyndham-street, » the Province of Auckland, New Zealanou Monday, April 1, 1878,

THE EVENING STAR, MONDAY, APRIL 1.



WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24. rHE REMUERA YARDS. mHE AUTUMN CATTLE FAIR will be held at Remuera on Wednesday, April 24. Entries are requested to be sent to the Hay market, previous to WEDNESDAY, April 17. ALFRED BUCKLAND. THE HAYMARKET. SALES of WOOL, SHEEPSKINS, and HIDES EVERY FRIDAY, at 1 O'CLOCK. FOR SALE— WOOLPACKS ALFRED BUCKLAND. THURSDAY, APRIL 4. THE REMUERA YARDS. FOR SALE, on Thursday next, at 1 o'clock, Dairy Cows, Store Cattle At Two o'clock, 120 head Well-fatted Cattle, from W&itara, Ohiwa, and Waikato. At Three o'clock, 600 Fat Sheep and Lambs, from Waikato, Waitara, and Napier. ALFRED BUCKLAND. TUESDAY, APRIL 2. BY ORDER OF THE LIQUIDATOR. RED QUEEN~GM. CO.'S MINE, THAMES. THE subscribers have received instruc tions to sell by public auction, at the Land Mart, Fort-street, on Tuesday, 2nd April, at 12 o'clock, The Lease of the Red Queen Gold Mining Company's Ground, Thames Goldfleld. SAMUEL COCHRANE AND SON, Auctioneers. TUESDAY, APRIL 2. HOUSE, COTTAGE, AND FREEHOLD ALLOTMENT, NAPIER- STREET, Near Franklin Road. For Unreserved Sale. THE subscribers have received instruct ions to sell, at the Land Mart, Fort-street, on Tuesday, 2nd April, at 12 o'clock, That Freehold Property situate In Napier street (one allotment from Franklin Road), being Lot 1 of the Subdivision of Allotments 28 and 29, Section 44, City of Auckland, 30 feet to Napier-street. 52 ft. 6 in. at the back, and an average depth of 142 feet, with tho Comfortable Six roomed House and Three-roomed Cot tage thereon. Water is supplied by means of a good well and water-casks. The House is fitted with oven, register grate, cupboards, &c., commands a good view seaward. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. TUESDAY, APRIL 2. Under Warrant from R.M. Court. City of York G.M. Co. v. McCarthy. THE subscribers will sell at their Mart, Fort-street, on Tuesday, 2nd April, at 12 o'clock, , _■ _ 12 Shares in the Bismark G.M. Co. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. THURSDAY, APRIL-!. COTTAGE AND ALLOTMENT, SPRINGBANK, PuNSONBY. THE subscribers have received instruc tions from the owner, who is leaving the city, to sell by public auction, at the Land Mart, Fort-street, on Thursday next, at 12 o'clock, That Comfortable Five-roomed COTTAGE, situate at the corner of Brown and Wynyard-streets, Springbank, erected on Lot 39, having 43 feet frontage to Brown-street, and 104 feet to Wynyard street, fenced, planted, and good well sunk on the property. Allotment 142, 40 feet frontage to the Rich mond Road, with a depth of 99 feet. SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Auctioneers. WEDNESDAY, NOON. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. JEWELLERY ! JEWELLERY 1 A SMALL Well-rssorted Lot of Superior Jewellery—Diamond and other Rings, (Ladies'and Gents'), ditto Set Braclet, Buckles and Studs, Pins, Eardrops, Lockets, Pendants, &c. Watches, Clocks, &c. At Arthur's Mart (Furniture Department). [R. C. GREENWOOD.] TUESDAY, 12 o'C-lock. KARANGAHAPE ROAD, NEXT DOOR TO STAR HOTEL. RC. GREENWOOD has received in • Btructions from Mr. Pascoo, who is leaving Auckland, to sell at his Store, on Tues day, 2nd instant, the Balance of his Stock of Groceries, Szc, Counters, Fittings. Scales, Fur niture, Bedsteads, Tables, Chairs, &c, &c. R. C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer. Wednesday, april 3. c ity mart, general drapery, clothing, . &c, &c. &c. GRANT & MORTON ! HAVE received instructions to sell by J auction, on Wednesday next, the 3rd , instant, at 11 o'clock. , General Drapery, Manchester Goods, Clothing &c„ &c, &c. Terms at Sale. P. TONKS R- Oi CARR WEDNESDAY, APBIL 3. PEA NUTS ! PEA NUTS 1 ' B. TONKS & CO. WILL sell on Wednesday, April 3rd, at 11 o'clock, 70 sacks Pea Nuts. To Close Accounts. TO-MORROW, NOON. 3 O U SE H OLD Tv R N I T U R E. R. ARTHUR WILL sell by auction, at. his Mart, (Furniture Department), To-morrow Tuesday), at 12 o'clock noon, the Property of a Jentleman leaving Auckland, His Household Furniture and Effects, con sistin^ of Parlour, Dining-room, Bed room, and Kitchen Furniture andeffects- ALSO, Four Good Pianos Large assortment of New Furniture In great - variety. j 5. TONKS] IR. C. CARR — WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3. lALT! MALT! MALT! B. TONKS & CO. HAVE been instructed to sell by auctioa on Wednesday next, the 3rd instant, at 1 o'clock, t 260 sacks MALT. *■



' B TONKS R. C. CARR WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10. ELLERSLIE HOUSE AND GROUNDS. 30 ACRES ADJOINING. B. TONKS & CO. HAVE been instructed to sell by auction, on Wednesday, 10th instant, at 12 o'clock noon, ELLERSLIE HOUSE and GROUNDS, about 26acre3; 30 acres ad joining. The above Beautiful Property is being sold in consequence of the death of the late Proprietor, and offers a most desirable investment. Pro perties in Remuera being mo3t difficult to obtain. , ,_ .„ For particulars and cards to view, apply to he Auctioneers. TT AMIL TO N, WAIKATO. SANDES~& CO., CHEMISTS AND DRUGGISTS, Have always on Stock a complete assortmen of Drugs, Chemicals, Perfumery, Toilet Requisites, , Horse and Cattle Medicines, &c, &c, &c. _ _ , Stationery, Tobacco, Cut Tobacco, Fancy Goods, &c, in endless variety. tg- Agent: AucklandEvENma Star. IMPROVED FARM AT RAZOR BACK, FOR SALE. 155 Acres, adjoining the farms of Messrs. Hugh Mackie and Hancock, partly fenced, and under cultivation, with Cottaee, &c, thereon. For further particulars, apply to JOHN BUCHANAN. Shortland-street; Or to SAMUEL COCHRANE & SON, Fort-street. AUCKLAND COLLEGE AND GRAMMAR SCHOOL* Affl!:ated to the University of New Zealand) The Quarter Days for the current year are sth February, 26th Apj^^-j^g^**- Head Master. __. j Messrs. Close Bros., Grocers and Tea Dealers, Queen-street, Auckland. AL O V E T T, • TAILOR AND WOOLLEN DRAPER, Opposite United Service Hotel, Wellesley-street. Has always on hand a Well-selected Stock of Black and Blue Superfine Cloths and Doeskins; also, West of England, Mosgiel, and other Tweeds. A good fit guaranteed. Prices moderate. Tweed thoroughly shrunk before making up. The Trade supplied at aHvery small advano on cost for cash. SA U N DEBS, BURGESS & CO., SOAP, CANDLE AND LAUNDRY BLUE MANUFACTURES, FREEMAN'S BAY, Auckland. Cash Buyers of Tallow. (Late G. Akers). A UCKLAND STEAM CONFECTION ____. FACTORY ALBERT-31REET. E. WATERS, CONFECT JNER Begs to inform tho puhLo the following goods, manufactured at his .'y are guaran teed of superior quality to any confectionery imported into Auckland. They contain no in gredient or olouring matter deleterious to nealth:— __ __ Dry Goods, DryJGoodh—Continued Conversation Lozenges Plain Pipe Conversations Ringn Imperial Drops Thick Peppermints Good Words Thin Peppermints Cinnamon Comfits Fruit Lozenges Chocolate Creams Fancy Lozenges London Mixtures Scotch Mixtures Iceing Sugar Sugar Almonds Persian Snerbert M Almonds Boiled Goods. Birds' Eggs Mixed Lollies Carraway Comfits Sticks (assorted) Carraway do. (small) Barley Sugar Ginger Lozenges Barley Sugar Balls Extra Strong Pepper- Cushions mints Acid Drops Super. Extra Strong Best Acid Drops Peppermints Rose Acid Drops Rose Lozenges Black Balls Aniseed Balls Indian Corn Cayenne Lozenge Black Almond Toffy Musk Lozenges Sweet Kisses Paregori Cough Lo- Red Cocoanut Ice zenges Red and White Co coa- Bathpipe nut Ice Coalsfoot Rock Honey Toffy Gelatine Lozenges Matrimonial Tofly Juiubes Everton Tottv Liquorice Star and Love Rock Pink and White Sugar Imitation Strawberries Candy Imitation Almonds Brown Candy Imitation Raspberries Horehound Candy Cough Drops Nonpariel Comfits Tom Thumbs Regent Pipe , ... Medicated Lozenges oi every description always on hand. Waters' Chocolate, 20s. per dozen. One shilling will be allowed for every tin re turned in good order. WEDDING CAKE ORNAMENTS, BONBONS, Somebody's Luggage, &c, &c, &c. Testimonial. Provincial Laboratory, Auckland, October 26, 1875.—MR. E. WATERS: Sir,—l have much pleasure in informing you, that after having made a very careful analysis of various samples of sweetmeats manufactured by you, I find that they are free from all adulteration, and that the colouring matters are quite innocuous. With regard to the Chocolate, I find that it is quite equal to the best English or French prepara tions ; and, being entirely free from husk, it will form an excellent article of diet for invalids, especially those suffering from an impaired digestion .—I have the honour to be, sir, your obedientservant. JameslM.lTunny, Provincial Analyst. , GALVANISED IRON WORKS. S. PARKER, MANUFACTURER OF GALVANIZED IRON RTDGING. SPOUTING, PIPING. And all kinds ot Sheet Iron and Zinc Work. CORRUGATED IRON TANKS on Hand, Made to Order, <it the Works, Wellesley-street. Plumbing Work in every Branch of the Trade. Gasfltting of every style done at shortest notice. Experienced Workmen sent to any part of the Country. S. PARKER has erected flr3t-class machinery, and having completed al}. nis arrangements for manufacturing, is in a position promptly to execute all orders. List of Prices forwarded upon application. Orders per coach, train, carrier, or coasting vessel, receive immediate attention. S. PARKER, Licensed Plumber for Auckla waterworks, WELLESLEY-STREET. Auckxant;. fl nr\ o ARRIVE, Ex 'Gael,' @ Dunedin and OAMARU : OATS OATMEAL BRAN BARLEY DUST E£gSfSi_} POLLARD PEARL BARLEY FLOUR. T. H. HALL & CO. pX «KENILWORTH' & « TAUPO': 20 cases BACON, in cloth . 29 cases CANTERBURY CHEESE 19i eaca.3 WHEAT. T. H. H A L L & C 0., IIGH-STREET AND VULCAN LANE.



_____=___= ] mAILO R I N G. ~~ , 5 We would respectfully invite Custom ers who find a difficulty in getting a good fitting Garment, to give us a trial. F We have engaged a FIRST-CLASS CUTTER, whose long expenence war rants us in assuring those who may favour us with their orders, that they can rely on getting something superior in style and fit. /.ARGO AND "tt XCXT AI G, QUEEN-STREET, NextJE. Waters', Confectioner. tag" All Tweeds thoroughly shrunk, I and orders executed on the shortest ' notice. . IVr EVADA HOTEL, 131 QUEEN & DURHAM-STREETS. H. C. RICHMOND, Proprietor. Free Luncheon Bar, Durham-street, Daily. Billiard Table, under Competent Manage ment, Upstairs. Commercial and Public Rooms, Large, Comfortable,:and Well-ventilated. Liquors—All of the Best Brands. Characteristics: Civility, Cleanliness, and Attention.! UN TED SERVICE HOTEL CORNER OF QUEE & WELLESLEY-STREETS. JOHN HANCOCK, Proprietor. IMPORTER OF FOREIGN WINES AND SPIRITS. AUOCIASD. N.Z. qccidental. occidentaj^ Occidental Hotel. | The New Additions to this Hotel are now completed—viz.. Six First-class Bedrooms and Parlours ; the Finest Billiard Room and Bar in the Colony. In returning thanks to the public for past favours, the Proprietor wishes them to know that he is now in a position to offer the best of accommodation. __^,„ _ . . EDWD. PERKINS, Proprietor. N.B.—Curiosities of all kinds wanted. Best of Prices given. _ . . Centaur's Index, and Victoria Racing Club Programme for 1877, in printed phamphlets, to be seen. _ TIHE CRITERION HOTEL' CAMBRIDGE. First-class Accommodation for Families. SAMPLE ROOMS FOR COMMERCIAL GENTLEMEN. BEST BRANDS WINES AND SPIRITS On Hand. GOOD STABLING. Horses for Hire at Moderate Charges. EDWARD HEWITT, Proprietor. POINT RUSSELL HOTEL. MERCER. DANIEL ARKELL begs to inform the travelling public that he ha* made great im provements to the above well-known Hotel, and in addition to other excellent accommodation, there is now added a Railway Refreshment Room at the Station, for the special conven ience of travellers by every train. The Best of Wines and Spirits. Hancock's parkling Ale. RINCE ARTHUR HO TE L, Corner of HOBSON AND WELLESLEY STREETS, Auckland. The Proprietor begs to call attention of his Customers and the Public to the LIQUORS he has now On Sale, consisting of Brandy. Whisky Rum, &c, of the very best brands, guaranteed. Also, English and Colonial Ales. H. ORAM, Proprietor. mO LOVERS OF THE CUE. T. E. EVANS wishes to draw their attention to his New Billiard Room at the Criterion Hotel, Hobson-street, where they will find All cock's latest, with attention, civility, and accommodation. NATIONAL TXOTEL. CAMBRIDGE, WAIKATO. Mr W. Walker, late mine host of the Com mercial Hotel, Hamilton, begs to inform his friends and the public generally that he has assumed the proprietorship of this well-known and favourite House, which he intends shall retain its position as a leading Hotel in the Waikato. The Rooms are large, lofty, well-ventilated, and liberally furnished. The Suites of Apartments for Families are first-class. ___ The Show Rooms for Commercial Travellers, Allcock's Billiard Table, and the Stabling Accommodation, are unequalled ii the pro vince ; the latter being under the superinten dence of First-class Grooms. BUGGY AND SADDLE HORSES ON HIRE. The extension of tho Railway to Hamilton makes Cambridge less than one day's pleasure journey from Auckland. W. W A L X E R, PROPRIETOR. PAUL & SCHENK, PLUMBERS, GASFITTERS, ZINC & IRON WORKERS, &c, corner of Victoria and Albert-streets, Are prepared to execute all orders intrusted to them on the most reasonable terms. We are' also Licensed Plutabers foi the Auck land Waterworks. - Estimates made up and Prices given on application. GPEORGE HULME, BUTCH BR, &C. SHIPPING SUPPLIED. PRIME .CORNED BEEF, EXPRESELY FOR EXPORT, IN KEGS OR TIERCES, AND WARRANTED SOUND. FAMILIES WAITED ON DAILY, AND ORDERS PROMPTLY DELIVERED. . BEST QUALITY OF MEAT OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS. POULTRY, SUCKING PIGS, HAMS AND BACON (Smoked and Spiced BEEF. QAUSAGE "CIACTORY, OPPOSITE CITY MARKET, QUEEN-STREET. T7INCOURAGE LOCAL INDUSTRY. MONUMENTAL. JAMES H. BUCHANAN, NORTH SIDE VICTORIA-STREET EAST, Having secured the sole agency <f or the sale of a provincial Limestone, is now prepared to execute orders in polished red and white Marbles, or for the sale of Raw Materials, in any size or either colour. Samples on view at the yards. Iron Enclosures, choice designs and cheap, and every description of Monumental and Builders' work executed with dispatch. . Designs and Estimates forwarded free on , application.



[>APERHAN GI N GS. - L WHITE LEAD, OIL, &c, &c., &c., : Ex Late Arrivals. >74 tea- packages -st 574 PAPEKHANGINGS, lorn Common to the most Choice Designs in GOLD. Scrim and Hessian, I GILT MOULDINGS, I GLASS SHADES, | White Lead Oils (linseed and colza) j Paints Zinc White \ Colours Turps . ( "Varnishes Brushes \ Sec, &c, &c. Carson's Anticorrosion Paint, Patent Silicate Paint, - Oxide of Iron and Trade Sundries, Artists' Colours, Canvas. Paper, Brushes, and Requmtes. Plate and Sheet Glass of eyery description. ' Wholesale and Retail. W. PHILLIPPS & SON, OIL C LOUR. AND GLASS'MERCHANTS. 95 & 97, QUEEN STREET. Auckland, January 23.1878. ■\__t C. D E N N E S, W « IMPORTER, QUEEN-STREET. . ■-■■--■■ iS^^W \_\ l_ s_?**'*^^___;'_. \v\ THE wTRTHEIi. Hand and Treadle. HAND MACHINES, £4 103. The Most Superb Machines in the World! Challenges comparison with any, and gives 30s. ■worth more extras, free of charge. Time Payments. One Month's Free Trial. Also, Always on Hand, The Princess of Wales (Arm and Platform), Wheeler & Wilson, Singer, Howe, and other good makes. ROYAL WASHING AND WRINGING MACHINES, Magic Lanterns. Mangles, &c, &c, &c. Great IVJachine Depot, Q U KEN-STREET. r| _HERE is no necessity to go to India i for a cure for Rheumatism, Sciatica, Lumbago, Neuralgia, &c.,&c, as the Proprietor of the Auckland Turkish Baths is prepared to undertake cases of those diseases. No Cure, No Pay. TM P ORT AN T NOTICE E. WAT E R S Has very great pleasure to announce that since his removal into Mr. Dyson's late shop, his I& DINING ROOMS ~S& have been renovated at great expense, with every regard to the convenience of his cus tomers. The LOWER SALOON is thts most spacious and comfortable, as well as the beat ventilated Dinii.g Room in the Pro vince ; and Up-stairs he has furnished an extra room, of comfortable size, to prevent over crowding. There are SPECIAL ROOMS FOR LADIES also up-stairs, to which are attached side ofllces provided with ablutionary and other conven iences. His Table he feels confident needs no recocamendation. The liberal patronage of the Professional and Commercial Gentlemen of the City which he has received for a period of over eight years is a guarantee that the Bill of Fare is such as will please the most fastidious. EVERY DEIJCACY OF THE SEASON is always to be obtained. British Magazines, Blustrated and Comic Journals, together with the leading London Newspapers, are laid on the tables immediately on the arrival of each mail steamer. He, there fore, hopes with some confidence that the will, in his New Premises, continue to receive the large share of patronage which has been ac corded to him in the past. E. W. wishes also to draw ehttraatt onof Merchants and Storekeepers to his loacally manufactured Confections, which rival those'of Keiller and the best English makers. He has removed his Factory to Durham-street West, where he has fitted up all the most modern machinery of the trade. E. WATERS, Wholesale and Retail Confectioner auckland. T MERICAN SEWING MACHINES the largest sale in australia. Reduced Price List. "THE HOME" SHUTTLE-LOCK-STITCH. THE PERFECTION OF MECHANISM Simple, Compact', Efficient, Durable, . and Complete. [t sews with the least possible amount of labour, and a Girl of Twelve Years can run it "bich^LD without fatigue. It is a Triumph of Mechanical Genius. • THE HOME" SHUTTLE is the only practica Low-price Lock-stitch Sewing Machine ever invented. This UNEQUALLED MACHINE uses a 3traightneedle, makes the "Lock-stitch" (alike on both sides), has a self-ad'usting tension, and is adapted to every variety of sewing for any wear, from the lightest muslins to the heaviest: and will even sew-LEATHER; it will Hem, Fell, Bind, Cord, Braid, Seam,; Trek, Ruffles, Hemstitch, and Gather. This Machine will sew on and gather at the same time, and will work squally well on Silk, Linen, Woollen, and Cotton Soods. with Silk. V-nen. or Cotton Thread. ig|ltisnot necessary for us to enaeavour to de tract from the merits of any other machines. We 3laim to sell THE BEST FAMILY SEWING MACHINE IN THE MARKET, without regard to Price, and we feel confident.that whenever persons wishing to buy Sewing Ma chines give he "HOME" SHUTTLE SEWING MACHINE i fair trial, in competition with other Machines we will have the preference. • - ' With the Machine is furnished—Hemmer Brader, Shuttle Bobbins, Oil Can, Oil, Screw iriver, Five Needles, Guage, Table Clamp, and Jirections for use. All securely packed in strong sase with hinges. ■___ , ■ P R I C E:- Jomplete in box .. .. ..-.£4 Osi With Table and Treadle .. £6: ss. With Table and Treadle, Half-Cabinet, with Cover, Lock and Key £7 7s In proof of their superiority over all other Machines, we guarantee them for five FEARS. Where the genuine "HOME" SHUTTLE MACHINES, stamped with our name, are not irocurable, we will send them direct to pur chasers on receipt of remittance or reference. L. D. NATHAN & CO SOLE AGENTS. !2We have appointed the undersigned Sole ttetail Agent for Auckland, where the Genuine Home Shuttle Machines are procurable by time; payments. Illustrations, Specimens, and Tuition !ree of charge J. V. BREDA, Shortland-street ¥_> X E A N, BOOT AND SHOEMAKER, SHORTT _VN__3TREET, Wishes to call attention to his List of Prices tor Ordered Work- Men's Elastic-sides, 18/, 16/. and 14/. Men's Shoes, 16/, 14/, and 12/6. Men's Watertights, 16/ and 14/. Ladies' Kid Elastic-sides, 16/ and 14/. Ladies' Shoes, 14/ and 12/6. _11 other classes of work at accordingly low irices. Repairs done cheap and well. r_. All word that does not] give satisfaction, Repaired free of charge. W~~ E ARE OFFERIN G all our STRAW HATS at 50 per cent, under cost. ___. A Large Line in Boys* and Men's at 9d. SAMUEL COOMBES & CO., City Clothing Mart, 92, Queen-street, Auckland.



"W. R' HAYWA Rl)j j j FLNERAL UNDERTAKER, ' I UPHOLSTERER, f A MATTRESS MAKER, WYNDHAM.STREET, * S° UTH BEco^V^^ CAPITAL, £1,000,000. [nf S DgS °f eVerydeßCription : ' *** Contents Wool from Sheep's Back or Shipping Pm+ * " London. k-tort tor Vessels, Freight Gold, Grain, Qm__ _,__.■ Cargoes generally Insured to and fromT™! 314 the Colonies, America, China, Maurith« dS?' Islands, &c. •"*_._s, _^ Lowest Current Rates Head Office, Auckland. A. BOARDMAN, Manage,., TJAMILTON RAILWAYKQTKJ B. EDWARDS Begs to inform the public that a Coach _«_,»__. ing 12 passeugers and luggage, meets m?? 7 train arriving from Auckland. Charges woo!? 7 able. Special Carriages provided to o _W^L" instructions being sent per post or te.eir_i.__? 1 B. EDWARDS, "^S^Pnto Livery and Bait Stables 'Hamilton. . ~ * 8, WYNDHAM-STREET, _Z. _____ JH I 6 M TTOUSE, SHIP, & GENESAL W i Mm decorative painter. a Estimates furnished, and experienced 2 W Workmen sent to all parts of the ■_ Province. w fi .V . J.H. requests attention of Builders and !__ iZ. others to his New Glazing Tariff. w ;. W Hi w J. HENDERSON. (a. 7 O 8, WYNDHAM-STREET. JJ O T I C E. The under*.* >■ d having a Large'STOCK of the Best and 1 ft .est Dyes that can he procured in the English and French Markets, as well as a plentiful supply of pure water, is enabled to Produce Colours not to be surpassed. Having had the Patronage of the Ladies and Gentlemen of Auckland in his management of the business of a Dyer and Cleaner during the last fifteen years, he trusts that by a continuance of strict attention, and by personal control of the opera tions, to continue to give the satisfaction he has hitherto afforded. Ladies' and Gentlemen's Wearing Apparel (of any description) Cleaned, Dyed, or Renewed, in any shade or colour. Velvets, Silks, Satins, Ribbons, Feathers, Gloves, Cleaned, Dyed, or Renewed, in any colour. Gentlemen's Clothing Cleaned, Renewed, or Dyed, and Pressed, on short notice. $S~ Orders left at the City Estahlishmen Wellesley-street East, wiil receive promp attention. Ladies and Gentlemen waited upon by leaving then- Orders personally or by letter. >W. EDGAR. PIANOS, HARMONIUMS, AND MELODY ORGANS. J. Howden, Shortland-street, Importer of a superior class of instruments, has now in stock, 2 of Aucher Freres Celebrated Instruments; also, 2 Allison's Melody Organs and severs Harmoniums at prices to suit the times. A splendid second-hand Piano, cost 80 gnineas, for £40. Flutes, Violins, Musical Boxes and Musical Albums. &c. AC A R T E B, FAMILY BUTCHER, Weliesiey- street West. FamUies waited on for orders daily, and sup plied with the very best aulity at a reasonable charge. Payment as agreed oa. Shipping and Country orders punctually attended to. WB I R C H • Wishes to thank his friends for past favours, and to inform them that he has Re commenced Business in W ellesley-rtreet, next to Mr S. Parker's Galvanised Iron Works, a few doors from Queen-street, where he hopes by strict attention to the wants 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 lhe premises. Boots repaired on^the shortest notice. DE VI T • GUNMAKER, 24 4, Q UE E N-STR EE T, Opposite the Market. ON SALE; IN STOCK— . „ Single and Double Breech-loading and Muzz loading Fowling Pieces. Just Received; ex Late Arrivals- Best Brands in Gunpowder Shot, Eley's Double Waterproof Caps, Car ridge Cases, Wadding. Patent Shot Con Cylinder Wire Cartridges, for Breech-loadin - Shot Guns , Gun Cases, Waterproof Covers Game Bags, &c. Breech-loading Implements ot every desc . - tion Patent Chilled Shot ... Breech-loading Revolvers and Ammunition Infantry Swoads Fishing Tackle Fireworks. . WAIKAWAU TIMBER YARDS CUSTOM-HOUSE-STREET AND BREAKWATER ROAD. E. CARR Has on Hand and to Arrive : A Good Assortment of KAURI, First and Second Class; also WHITE PINE, specially prepared for Ceiling and Flooring, at Low Rates, Shingles, Palings, House Blocks &c &o. &c. W-A R NOCK BROTHERS, SOAP & CANDLE MANUFAC TURERS, Cox's Creek, Richmond. t_L Office—Durham-street, Auckland. , Cash Purchasers—Tallow, Wool, Sheepskins, and Bones. - .••■-' On Sale—Bonedust: our own manufacture, guaranteed free from aldu teration. TZTx .A UCKLAND LOAN Safes _____ OFFICE, OHSHOM 65 ' queen- street ~'"'j___~ opposite j _$jjo 7LC C SAVINGS BANK. MONEY LENT to any amount on CL OTHING JEWELLERY, WATCHES, PLATED WARE, and every description of Merchandise, at the Lowest Rate of Interest. rhe strictest eecresy may be relied on in every - transaction.. Parties waited on at their own residences. Fire-proof Safes on the premises for the security . of Valuables. [Established 1865.] L. H. NEUMEGEN, : LICENSED PAWNBROKER. ta, Private Entrance down right of way. VENETIAN BLIND FACTORY i - WIRE GAUZE BLINDS, and PERFORATE; ZINC BLINDS; MAY BE HAD AUCKLAND VENETIAN BLIND MANUFACTORY, 30RNER OF COOK AND GRE* -STREETS Of any dimensions, in any number from One to a Hundred, within a given time, of the best quality, and reasonable pri _- and sQpt to all parts of New Zea land. Terms cash. Estimates returned by Post. . ..' A. & A. BUSBY iU_n_ M. Horten Busby) . ENETIAN BLIND MAKERS AND WD3. WORKERS.