The Mayoral Address.

At the meeting of the City Council lastnight His Worship the Mayortookthe opportunity to review the operations of the Mayoral year. A3 tho matters touched upon are of Con siderable local interest we give the speech in full:—" Gentlemen Councillors of thd city,—Another year has passed in our relationship aa Mayor aud Council, add as this is the last ordinary meeting at whicli I shall preside, I purpose to give a brief resume' of the matters which have received Consideration during that period, and to indicate in a general way the position of our municipal affairs. At the beginning of tho Mayoral year, the Bill authorising the consolidation of our loans had been passed, and soirlj doubt was experi enced as to tho expediency of briugiug it into operation, from the fact that, in one of its clauses, the rating powers of the Corporation were curtailed. Three things, however, decided the Council to carry the Act into effect. Ist, That Hie time was favourable for tin floating of tbe loan iv the London market. 2nd. That to make the mbst of the Improvement Trust Property, it was desirable, as early as possible, to obtain tho rrioney to meet tho liability by loau, rather than By special arrungeiiient with the bank; and 3rd, that the rents from our city endowments were increasing at such a "rate as to warrant us in believing that if the maximum rate of two shillings iv the pound allowed under tlie Loan Act, were absorbed as interest under our present valuation, the rents thus sst free, together with those from tho Improvement Trust property, and the other revenues of the Corporation, would suffice lor general municipal purposes. Pending the floating of the loan, arrangements were made 'with the Bank of New Zealand to have the interest on the debt of the Improve ment Commissioners reduced from 10 per cent t0,7 per cent, for one year, thus effect ing a saving of £800, and evcu at this stage gtvmg proof of the soundness of one of the reasons urged for taking over that property, viz., that our superior credit would secure a lower rate of interest, and render practicable the fulfilment of the objects of the trust free from ultimate loss. The satisfactory price realised by the portion of our new loan in London is well known, and fully justifies the- steps taken, being equivalent, after deducting £ll(>5 interest accrued, on bonds, and ex penses on negotiation, amounting to £2483, to obtaining, net, £103 11s 8d for each £100 debenture, or at the rate of £5 16s per cent. This is, however, subject to Hie result of the inquiry being made as to the fairness of the bank charging commis sion on the whole loan of £250,000 instead of £69,500, the amount actually to. be negotiated. If the difference of £900, involved thereby, is allowed, our position will then be—net price, £105 4s sd, or at tho rate of £5 14s per cent; The advantageous arrangement at present existing. with the National Bank, which allows 6^ per cent. On deposit secures to the city on the money received froni loan and awaiting employment interest in excess of that being paid. The holders of our market loau have already arranged for the conver sion of their stock, while the holders of the endowment loan, alive to the great advan tage they will receive by this operation, are adopting a like course. There is little reason to doubt that when the amount represented by tn'ese conversions, and the new stock issued is quoted on the London Exchange, that the holders of waterworks debentures will also embrace the opportuuity for con version; and thus reader complete the success of this undertaking. In addition to the for mation of Selwyn-street, the necessary work undertaken in Chapel-street and City Road, the streets of the various parts of the city have been kept in good repair, and the important work of channelling tbe streets and asphalting the footpaths has been stead fastly prosecuted. One of the prominent features of the year is the large number of compensation claims which were made against the Council by ratepayers iv Victoria and adjoining streets, amount ing in the aggregate to £6,497 5s 6d. I think, in view of the ad verse decision which had been given in our Supreme Court, and the expense experienced in one case, when the machinery of the Public Works Act was brought into opera tion, that tho Council acted with prudence aud wisdom in the course adopted—viz., procuring the report of two practical ex perls as to the cost of alterations made necessary .by cuttings, and offering the amount estimated by them. These sums, or Bomething near them, have in every case been accepted. The total amount paid v nder this head is £185815s Bd. There have been differences of opinion on this .course of action, but it is satisfactory to note that •with regard to claims subsequently mads from Hobson-street, amounting to £3900, the Council, strengthened by a favourable decision recently given by the Chief Justice at Wellington, and taking into account the surrounding circumstances, has been unani mous in deciding to resist Buch claims to the utmost. As 1 hare previously indicated, I have a strong conviction that such compen sation claims have a tendency to paralyse the action of municipal bodies and pievent necessary improvements. I feel assured that the proper time for street improve ments is when the properties abutting thereon are of a character to be easily moved and adjusted to the altered circumstances, and that the Legislature would be justified in' giving powers tor this purpose to new colonial cities, which might fairly be with held in older established countries. The opening of the Free Public Library, with a collection of 5000 volumes and printed works, marks an epoch in our progress. The large number of people who visit this insti tution—now about 300 daily -shows that its advantages are appreciated. It only re quires that judicious care be exercised in securing representative and first-class works from time to time to maintain Its efficiency and add still further to its success. On my recent visit to Australia, I have made in quiries on the subject in matters of detail, and the result thereof I shall submit to the Library Committee. The by-law for regu lating the charges for water aud kiudred matters received a very lai^e aud careful consideration from the special sub-commit tee and also from the Council, and the prices have been fixed so low as lo deprive anyone of - excuse for not using our excellent supply. Atten tion has also been given in framing -these to give lower rates for special applications, amongst which may be noted.the supply to bathing establishments privately owned when under the Council's supervision, thus Riving encouragement to cleanliness, com fort, and health on the part of those not otherwise favoured with bathing facilities. In accordance with the arrangement of last year, the Public Baths, opposite the foot of Hardinge-street, have been begun, and will be completed in time for the present season, and will provide a desideratum long looked forward to. The question of site for the building to accommodate the Council Offices, Free Library, and ultimately a Town Hall, has received consideration and been advanced a stage, while funds are now in hand towards the erection of the building. Considering the extent in which this accom modation is carried in Australia, il. must strike a stranger that we are deficient in this respect. The experience and example of these cities would, however, justify great care in seeing that ample Bpace is afforded in the building-that, in short, it is made of a size anticipatory of the steady and rapid growth o£ our city, it is satisfactory to know that an additional reserve will soon be received from the uo vernment, adjoining Alten road. This has been rendered practicable by means of the exchange of site effected with the Hebrew congregation, and, when planted, it will doubtless enhance the beauty and nealtu fulness of that part of the city.. Kecognis ing the importance to the citizens ota thoroughly efficient fire brigade service, the Council has ordered during the year tele graphic and telephonic signallmgjapparatus, to connect the various districts witn tne central station, and soon may hope to nave an alarum system second to none in the colonies. The charges and regulations for cabs plying for hire in the city have also received considerable attention, and the by law which has been framed will simplify the system, aud render the charges more in accord with those made iv other parts of the colony, and thus obviate in the future complaints of overcharge, such as hitherto have been frequent on the part of visitors. The question of tramways is now also fairly before the Council, and as Auck land is now the only one 'of the four loading cities without that accommodation, it is to be hoped she will not be long behind her neighbours. The [result of my enquiries iv the South is that tramways, in each case, have been constructed by contractors; tnat they are considered a great success, and are highly prized by the public : that while the experience of Christchurch Council is that too liberal concessions were given, involving subsequent trouble aud annoyance, tne contract of the Dunedin Corporation (copies of which I have laid on the table) gives thorough control over the contractor, and secures that a considerable portion of the roads, when the rails are laid,; shall be maintained in repair by him. With the ex perience of others to guide the Council no difficulty need be encountered in tins matter. Let it not be thought that by brevity of notice I undervalue the import ance of such matters as the new night-soil contract and arrangements, the main sewer diversion with Government funds, tho street-naming and planting, and the read.-j

jiistment of the office departments, each of which has been dealt with by the Council. As was anticipated, t?>.e ratable property of the city has largely increased during the year, and this increase will materially add to the, rates to bo collected. At the time when the rates were struck, it was found that a large portion of the year ■would lapse before our new loan would be fairly floated, and consequently a special rate of Is 3d and a special rate of 9d were struck. But in future it is evident that the whole of the 2s allowed by Act will have to be struck as a special rate for interest and sinking fund, leaving tho Endowment and Improvement Uommiaaion rents to be used for general purposes, together with the licenses, fees, aud other revenues or the Corporation. It will be in the recollection of the Council, that on the understanding that the unraised portion of tne endowment £50,000 loau amounted to £15,000, aud thut one of the streets, viz., Picton-street— specially mentioned in the Act as to be made—was still untouched . that a sum of £500 was to be held for that purpose, and that the balance of £14,500 expended in odvance wai to bs considered as borrowed from general account, jib in printed statement, altlioughpractically it came from other account?. Jtiut as the whole unraised balance was found to be £14,500, it follows that when debentures to that amount are sold as converted stock, which will be very soon, the money to bo repaid to these accounts will bo £14,000. When this re adjustment takes place, the balance at credit of general account will bo about, £350. While speaking of the printed statement of accounts I desire to point out that the repairs to the Free Library building have been charged against rate notwithstanding the resolution of the Council that it should be charged against tho building. I would suggest that at next balance an account be opened for the old Mechanic's property, and the cost of repairs be advanced to it from general account until the property t be realised. In estimating tho financial position of the corporation it must be borne in mind that by the consolidation of our loans tho sura of £10,967, balance and accumulated sinking fund to the credit of the old £20,000 loan, is set free. If to this is added profit on loau £2,490, and general account balance £350, there will bo available for general expenditure £13,807. I estimate the probable revenue for next year, outside of rates an<J waterworks revenue, at £14 000, or, including the latter, at £18,0U0. We have still a very large number of excellent allotments in various parts of the city for lease, and these will continue to add to our revenue as they are taken up. It will thus be seen that our financial position is a good one, but it is unnecessary for nic to point out the fact that, our borrowing powers having t been fully exorcised, the balance which will be at our disposal for general purposes should be judiciously husbanded. It now only re mains, in view of my approaching severance from you, that I agniu express my gratifi cation at the manner iv which the busi ness of the Council has beeu carried on, and my sincere thanks for the support which i have received from you all. I trust that in the future your deliberations will be marked by similar considerateiioss, and your work by like diligonco ; and that tho various measures which it hiis been our lot to unite in furthering shall have a true fruition in the welfare arid happiness of the citizens, and the advancement and pros perity of our higlily favoured city.

CITY COUNCIL.

Tub fortnightly meeting of this body took place last night. There were present :— The Mayor (Mr T. Peacock) and Councillors Goldic, Fleming, Montague, Henius, Thompson, Waddel, Crowther, and Offer.

High-street Levils.—The owners of property in High-street wrote approving of the new levels, and binding not to make any claim for compensation. Mr S. Rout, who had formerly objected, had now signified the withdrawal of hisoppositionuponcertaincon ditious.—lt was agreed that as soon as the parties interested can arrange matters with Mr Rout so as to obviate any danger of a claim for compensation, the Council would be prepared to undertake the work. Proposed Earthwork.—Mr E. Carr forwarded a note expressing his agreement with the proposed cutting of a bank of earth in Nelson-street, and giving an assurance that he would make no claim on the Coun cil for so doing.—lt was decided that the Surveyor should be instructed to prepare specifications for the work. • Albert Park.—A httcr was received from Mr George Johnstone, stating that his occupancy on the Albert Park Reserve was wholly verbal aud "on the word of a gou tieman—a then Commissioner." The Conn cil were at perfect liberty to repudiate it if the members deemed tit.—Mr Sharland wrote to the effect that a portion of the re serve which he had fenced in was the road which communicated with his property.— Mr Thomas Whitson wrote on the same matter. He declared his resolve not to offer any opposition to the Council resuming its rights or remoring the fences which he had erected.—The three letters were referred to the Works Committee.

The Reclamation Nuisancb.—A letter was received from tho Auckland Oil Com pany, denying that their mill was the cause of the nuisance complained ot by the resi dents of Graham and Hardinge streets, and suggesting that it was produced by the " suffocating fumes " from Mr Keane's lime kiln, and the volumes of smoke emitted from tbe respective sawmills of Messrs Holdship and Co., and Messrs Jagger and Parker.—Mr Keane also wrote, promising to abate the lime-kiln nuisance.

Tiis Signboard Trouble.—Mr R. F. Finch protested against the removal of his signboard (as ordered by the Inspector of Nuisances) unless other tradesmen were served with a similar order.—The Town Clerk explained that the erection of Mr Finch's signboard under his verandah con stituted it a nuisance.—Referred to Works Committee. ! Brewer-Street. —Mr J. Castle applied that one side of Brewer-street, off Cook street, should be kerbed and channelled.— Referred to Works Committee, Surveyor in trje meantime to report upon it. ;A squabble in th« Market.—The following letter was received from tho lessee of the Market:—Auckland,, December, 1880. To tho Acting Mayor and City Councillors: Gentlemen,—l Was informed by the stallholders ot this Market that J. Knight had employed aj person to draw up a petition to ask the Council to keep the market open until some later hour. At the same time he has sur reptitiously introduced something about prohibiting table stands. Several ot the stallholders have stated to me that when this petition was signed by them they were told it was to got the market kept open later. If Knight's petition (it is not the stallholders') had been done openly and above board I should not have troubled you with this' letter. I will not allow J. Kniitht or any other stall-holder to secretly misrepresent anythiug that I am responsible for. If I have done, any thing contrary to the spirit and meaning, of the lease, I will thank tho uoiincil to instruct Mr Philips to inform me of it. Not being consulted about keeping the market open later, I object to it, unless it is the Councils wish, and I am paid for watching it by those stall-holders that wish to stay.—Yours, etc., Thos. Slator, lessee. A letter was also received from Mr J. W. Knight. After setting out that he had leased certain stalls in the market from Mr Greenwood, it teuton as follows :—"Since the advent of Thomas Slator, we have been subjected to a series of petty annoyances until it has culminated into an intolerable nuisance, which was the subject matter of a petition to your hon. board. I refer to tho Saturday night table and bench-holdors—which to a very serious ex tent destroyed our trade on the busiest night in the week-I, in common with several others, signed that petition, lhat petition, gentleman, so raised Slator s ire against me (being the largest stall-holder) that on the 3rd inst. he served mo with a notice (copy of which I append). The notice referred to informed the stall-holder of the increase of his rental to £2 per week, and warned him not to interfero with other people's business iv future. This Mr Kuight considered " an act of extortion and tyranny," and, thoreforo ho appealed against it.—Both letters were referred to the Finance Committee. The Governor's acknowledgment.— The reply of His Excellency (already published) to tho recent civic address was accepted as read. AWNING.—Mr Ross applied for leave to erect au awning in front of his shop in Victoria-street.—Permission refused. QUERIES.-Mr W. C. Daldy, jun., en quired if the allotments next to Mr Mackie's residence in Hepburn-street were likely to be offered for lease upon a term of 66 years.—Referred to Finance Committee. Mr James Ballantyno wished to know if anvtbin" were likely to be done towards filling up the hole between Victoria and Nelson streets, as he desired to effect some repairs to his houses in the vicinity.—Re ferred to Work's Committee. More Light.--Cr. Thompson presented a petition from a number of residents and ratepayers of Cook-street praying for the erection of another lamp in the hollow between Nelson and Watson streets.—Keter red to Work's Committee. Baths.—Cr. Thompson also presented a petition from a number of burgesses re ■questing the Council to assist m the

cheapening of the charges at [Roth's baths, in Victoria-street.—Referred to Work's Committee.

Nelson-street. —Mr M. J. Riordan called attention to the need of a flight of steps in Nelson-street, between Cook-street and Wellington-street, from the lower to the higher ground, and also to the want of a lamp on the lower ground. The surveyor reported that the lamp could not be put up until the Gas Co. had laid the main. The flight of steps would cost £10.—Referred to Works Committee.

The Immigration Bariucks.—ln reply to tho Council's notice for the removal of the Immigration Barracks from the Albert Park Reserve; the Under-Secretary for Immigration wrote stating that as there wereno other buildingsin Aucklandavailable for the purpose, the Government trusted that the Council would not pre3s tho mat ter as great public inconvenience would result from the want of an immigration depot.—deferred to Works Committee.

The Market.—A petition was received from the lessees of stalls in the Market com plaining of the injury dono their trade by the bench-holders. They also prayed for an extension of the hours during which the building should remain open. Glass Factory.—A petition from tho residents of Freemau's Bay drew attention to the insufferable nuisance which woiild bo caused by the glass factory,—Referred to Finance Committee.

Tenders.—The following tenders wore received :—Carting : Joseph K. Craig, Thos. Faulder (Archill), Geo. Wilsoii.—Mr Wil son's, tender was accepted. Coal.—Jos.,Craig, £1 0s (jd per ton for Kaino coal, £1 3j for Bay of Islands, 19a 6d for Whau Whau coal j Jagger and Parker, 20s for Whau Whau, 21s for Kamo, arid 25s for Bay of Islands; W. and G. Wiustone, 24s for Bay of Islands, 18s for Whau Whau, and 20s. for Kamo; M. Niccol, 23s 4d Bay of Islands, 20i 3d Kamo, and 19* Whau Whau, Mr Winstono's tender for Kamo coal was accepted, aud that of Mr Craig for Bay ot Islands coal. Timber.—Auckland Timber Company ; W. and G Winstone ; Jaagei and Parker ; Samuel White. Messrs Jagge" and Parker's tender was accepted.

Engine Requirements.—H. F. Ander son & Co.; T. and S.. Morriu. Messrs. Morrin's tender was accepted.

Ikon WORK. —George Leahy was Hie only tenderer for Ironwork. His tender was accepted. Printing.—H. Brett, W. Atkin, and Wilson and Horton.—Referred to Finance Committee, Town Clerk to report the probable quantities of each kind required. Accounts.—The fortnightly Accounts were passed for payment. Works Committee.—This pommittee made tbo following recommendations i— (1.) Re nuisance in Nelson-street. That noth ing further could be done unless the road is cut down to permanent level which would require the consent of tho two applicants and Mr Wright, aud on consent of tho parties concerned being obtained., The Council will further considor the application. (2) That the Council deal with the the application of Mr Leys iv the same way as Dr. Bayntuii's similar v application was dealt with. (3.) That Mr Alexander be informed that the , Council contemplates making Picton-street this summer, and at present; thore aro difficulties which would prevent them incurring the expense for a temporary water pipe service. (4.) That the harbour Board be requested to state their intentions with regard to utilizing the Bay, as the information is necessary as a basis on which to prepare a drainage report. (5.) That the petition from residents of Upper Queen-street re formation of street be deferred pending the report of the surveyor. (G.) That the solicitor bo instructed to take the necessary steps for recovery of the amount of account rendered tho Ksirangahape District Board. The report was adopted. loan Sinking Fund.—Tho following memo was received from the Town Clerk : —"The No. 1 Loan being (with the exception of £250 now on the way) all con verted, tho Sinking Fuud Commissioner has intimated that he has given instructions to have the sum held by him, viz., £4100 trans ferred a? the deposit notes fall due to the Council general account. Walters' mort gage £450 has been paid off. There remains in the Council's hands nineteen £100 General Gorernmcut debentures that bear only 4 per cent interest, but were bought at £92 10s. There are also thirty - six £100 Public Build ing Commissioners debentures at seven per coot. If the former could be sold to advautage, better use could now be obtained for the money. It is necessary that a sinking fund of £1200 yoarly should be commenced for the consolidated loan.— P. A. Phillips, Town Clerk.—Koferrcd to Firiance Committee.

Hose for Abattoirs. —Tho Inspector of Abattoirs reported that new hose was required—that at present in use being quite worn out. The procural of 100 feet of canvas hose, and 50 teet of leather hose was authorised.

Cab Bye-laws.—The Cab Bye-laws, with the Solicitor's remarks upon them, were referrad to the Finance Committee for further consideration.

Grammar School Ground.—His Wor ship said that after sesing the Under secretary (Mr G. S. Cooper), upon this matter, and enquiring into all the facts, he thought it advisable for the Council to de part from any further action in regard to the writ of ' scire facias.' He would, therefore, move to that effect.—The motion was car ried.

Karangahape Road.—His Worship re marked that at the time the Corporation was nonsuited in its action against the Karangahape Board the magistrate expressed bis opinion that the utmost which could be claimed was three-fifths of one-half the cost. The defendants' solicitor had since written on the subject, offering this proportion of cost for the pre sent year. He thought a reply should bs returned to the effect that unless the Board were prepared to pay the previous pecount, still unpaid, on the basis at that time con sidered by the R.M, the Council would take proceedings for the recovery of the, amount of the indebtedness.—lt was agreed to return an answer to that effect.

Mill Stonbs.—A letter was received from' the Corporation solicitor concerning the removal of mill stones by the lessees of tho Western Springs Mill. His opinion was that the Act being a breach of license the Council could either determioe the lease or sue, the measure of damages being the value of the property, and the injury done the premises by its' removal. — It was determined to make ono more request for the replacement of the stones with pay ment tor their use, and in the event of non compliance, to institute legal proceedings. Annual Reports. — The annual rep6rts were laid on the table. —It was decided to have them printed, the cost not to exceed £5.

Street Tramways. — Cr. Montague considered it extremely desirable to ascer tain the fesling of the citizens with respect to the construction of street tramways before 'any definite action was taken in the matter. Such aproceeding was not absolutely required, seeing that the Council did not itself contemplate the undertaking ot such a I work, but he thought It far more satisfactory to permit an expression of public opinion as to the advisability or otherwise of introducing tramways, than to decide without regard to it. He would therefore move:—"That thi3 Council resolve that a poll of the rate payers be taken, so that the Council may be guided by the opinion of the ratepayers thereon."—Cr. Thompson seconded the motion.—Cr. Goldie did not think thoy were justified in going to any expense not required by the Act. Even if they did the ratepayers should first bavti some information] upon which to baso an opinion. Crs. Waddel and Offer s poke in support of the motion. The Mayor moved as an amendment " That tho. Surveyor be instructed to consider the best routes for the suggested tramways and report to tho Council."—Cr. Fleming seconded 'pro forma.'—Theamandment was carried upon the Moyor's casting vote. Shannon's Case.—Cr. Goldie moved "That the Corporation's folicitor be requested to furnish to tho Council the rea son why the case of the Corporation v. Shan non was taken into Court seeing from the Magistrate's decision that the by-law under which tho charge was laid was declared by him to be ' ultra vires.'" On several occa sions cases had been taken into Court on ■ the by-laws, and decided against them. It was high time that the Council made a a stand on the matter, and ascertained the cause of these failures. He believed that the particular by-law referred to had been prepared by the Town Clerk and therefore tho lawyer was not to blame iv that respect. Still he should have made himself acquainted with it. - Cr. Waddel seconded the motion.—The Town Clerk produced an explanatory letter Irom the solicitor, but as it had been sub mitted with the ordinary correspondence it was not read.—The motion was then passed. This was all the business.

The labour market has become so much firmer owing to the drain of labour to To Aroha that the City Council have deter mined to discontinue stone-breaking.

The Farmers' Club at Cambridge, finding the attendance has dropped off since the change was made from night to afternoon meetings, has resolved to go back to the old time.

The North Shore Wesleyan Church Bazaar.

! Thb preparations which have been going on for some time* past at the North Shore for a bazaar in connection with the Wesleya'n Church were brought to a satisfactory close to-day. The affair is being held in the Deyonport Hall, and ,the very pretty and varied j display which is made by the goods does infinite Credit to the ladies who have been most actively engaged la the enterprise, . while the ~ arrange ment of the articles, as well as the decoration of the hall, contributes materially to the effect. The stalls extend along the sidc3 of the ball, thus allowing plenty of room for promenading in the centre. The front of the platform is occupied by the refreshment stall, which is liberally supplied with appetising dainties, procurable at a moderate charge. The whole of the stalls are profusely and tastefully adorned with foliage and flowers, and the goods, which are mainly composed of specimens of feminine skill and ingenuity in plain and fancy needlework are exhibited to.the ut most advantage. Mrs Cook is managross of the Bazaar, find great credit is due tc her and t.he Ladies| Committtce generally for the liandi'oriifi collection of articles which they have formed. The names of these ladies are—Mcsdamcs .Buddie, Mojley, Landers, Euson, Burnett, Clark, Bond, Giles, Owou, Bartley, Hooker, Grepn, and Misses CookJ2), and Hooker. Mr Cbbley also deserves honourable mention for the valuable r assistance he has given the promoters of the undertaking. The bazaar was formally opened at 3 o'clock this afternoon by his Worship tho Mayor, who spoke as follows :—Ladies and gentlemen—the bazaar which wo are now met to open has for its object tho liquida tion of tho debt on the North Shore Wesleyan Church, Bazaars have now become a recognised institution connected with special efforts iv church matters. It is true that some people object to them, and urge that it would be more creditable to Christian, poopio if the money devoted to this . purpose wpro given as . direct subscriptions, while no one could be found to. dispute this assertion if such weiu possible of attainment ; yet it is real wisdom to take things as they exist, and mako the most of them so long as no wrong is dono thereby. Besides, the main features of, these undertakings arc not only legitimate in their character, but form a natural explanation of their popularity and .success. "There is the calling forth of assistance from ladies frequently outside of the sphere to be bcrietitted in tho shape of time and trouble given ungrudgingly, an equivalent for which in monoy it would be out of their power to bestow. Then there is the almost magical effect of sympathy and healthy rivalry^ in concen trating attention upon tho object in view and evoking a wider-spread interest in tho matter than could perhaps otherwise be obtained. We havo now before us v very creditable array of articles, both useful and ornamental, and it is to be hoped that, through the general support givon by the public, tho stalls will soon be cleared of their contents, and the promoters be en abled to rejoice in thoaccomplishraontof the liquidation aimed at. I have now to declare the bazaar formally opened. A band will perform selections of music to night, while songs, duets, etc., will be contributed by a number of ladies and gentlemen. Mr Bartley will also exhibit a large microscope. The Bazaar will be continued to-morrow

BOARD OF EDUCATION.

The usual meeting of tho Board of Educa tion took place this afternoon. Tho follow ing gentlemen were present:—Mr McCosh Clark (Chairman), Joseph May, F. J. Moss, F. L. Prime, Moat, Dargavillo, and Luke.

Executive Committee. —This Commit too reported as follows:—The following ten ders have been accepted : Rangiaohia, Mr Thomas, £264, for erection of school; Mr Alex. \V ishart £329, for erection of teacher's dwelling at Taupiri and 34a per chain for fencing —She Committee have invited fresh tenders for fencing school site at Pan mure.—The Coramittoo recommend accept ance of the convert ten der—Messrs Smith and SVoodor £222 for erection of school at Church hill.—Mr J. Swan son, whoso tender was ac cepted by committee for erection of school buildings at Waitakorei, having reported his inability to carry out his contract at the price tendered, committee recommended that the contract should bo annulled and his deposit forfeited. Tho report was adopted. Omaha.—An application for £5 for im provomenta was granted. KONTAHOATl.—Application for teacher' residence. —Consideration deferred.

Russell.— Authority was given to pay tho rent due in the school.

Taupo.—Letter re proposed site for new school, stating that allotments adjoining the school could be had for the price of £10. Waikbkehe.—Application for an extra Brant of £6' for the erection of new closets for school.—Agreed that the committee of school be urged to pay for same out of school funds.

THE AUCKLAND m MING STAR, FEI DAY, DECEMBER M



"Wanted. ANTED KNOWJN, Men's Holland Coat?, 4a 6d f ach; Dust Coats. 6s each ; and a lot of othor Wonderful Fresh Bargains, In the 3rd column Ith page.—W. H. Dampler. ANTED, Boys to sell broken glass.— Apply G)a<a Workß. grtennn'a Bay. WANTED, a Barman.—Apply office of this paper. 'ANTED, a good General Servant. — G. S. Skinner, Newmarket. AN~TED, a Shop Boy.—Apply at H. L. Poaaennhkie. Shortland-ttraet, ANTED, an Errand Boy.—Apply Oeo. Evltt. Upper Qucen-ntroet. ANTED, Slaughterman, ana a Boy to ride, for Glsborne.—G. Hulme, Butohor. WANTED, a good House uarponter.— J. Finley, corner of Weßt Queen and Chapol streetg. _ WANTED, a Servant Girl for the coun try.—For particulars apply Mrs Wells, Grey-atreot. _ ANTED, a good General Servant at once.—Apply Criterion Hotel, Hobson- Btroet..,. , ■ ' ' WANTED, t3 purchase or hire a Small Steam Engine.—Apply Box 91, Post office, stating full particulars. _ ANTED, two smart Lads, irnraedi atoiy.-Apply to Holland & Fortzer, 223, Queen-street. ANTED, a Young Man for the Bake houee.-Apply to B. Farrell, Princess street, Onehnnga. \ ■ WANTED immediately, a respectable Girl with good references.-Apply to Mra Handley, Norman'a Hill. Onehunga. WANTED, to Purchase Good Brahma Fowls. Must be flrst-olasa.-Apply Star Office. WANTED, a Situation by an expert enced'Waiter and Barman.—Address "O.J.B.,*ETAR Office. WANTED, Apprentices and Improvers. —Mrs Fargle, Dross and Mantle Maker, Grey-street, noar Pitt-street. WANTED to Purchase, good Kipe Cherries In any qnantity.-J. Wendel. Wino Mannfacturer, Syruonds-Btreet. ANTED to Sell, Price > 10s each, two Rotrtever Paps.—Apply Evitt, Gun smith; Qaeen-street. _____ WANTED, good general Servant for Town; at onoo. — Mrs Elsmore's Rogistry, Bhortland-atreet. ANTED to Let, either for a Shop or Private, a Front-room, with a kitchen and waahhouse. —Apply Star Office. ANTED, at once, a Good General Servant; mußt have personal refer enoe; four in family; nurse kept.-Apply to G. A. Macquarie, St. Stephen's Avenue, Par nell. _ WANTED, at Hannaford's Auckland Registry, Quoen and Darby streets, an efflolent Cook for a Steamer; good testimo nials will be required; wages. 30s to 358. ANTED, engapement as House keeptr; is a good Cook, and can make up Bhlrts ; good references from last place.—Mrs Elsmore's Registry, Shortland-street. W~ 'ANTED, married Couple (no child ron). for a Gentleman's farm: wife, general sorvant, able to bake bread; man nsef ul, —Mrs Elsmore's Registry, Short'and-street. WANTED, two Young Men where no other boardorß are kept; houro in a healthy locality.-For address, opply at this office. W "ANTED, after Cnristtnas, a Resident Governess, competent to teach English. Frenoh, Music, and Drawing.—Apply to Mrs Barton Ireland, Yarborough House. Parnell. WANTED, Tenders for Building a family residence. Mount Roskill Road. For Plans, &c, apply E. 'J. Herbert,. Draper, Upper Symonda-street. "ANTED, at Hannaford's AucKland Registry, Queen and Darby streets, a thorough middle agad single Farm Hand; mußt be able to milk; wages, 203. Married Couple (elderly), without encumbrance; man, thorough farm hßnd, and to milk; womsn as general servant.—Apply W. H. Metcalfo, 29, New Zealand Insurance Buildings. ANTKD""KNOWN, that you can Dress well for a email weekly payment by go'ngto Munro & Milligan. See advertise mont in front page. 'ANTED, by a Young Man, a draper, a Situation; eitlwr town or country. Ha 3 also a knowledge of the grocery business. Satisfactory references.—Apply by latter to '• X.Y.Z.." Stab Office. WANTED to Let, a Six-roomed House, with shop; good position for boarding house, green grocer, etc.; water laid on; low rent.—Atiply at the Cheap Furniture Mart, Vic toria-street East, next the Public Hot Baths,



I Wanted. TTTANi'ED' KNOWN.-Tbe Tom IVI Thumb Printing Press is a splendid Present for the Juveniles at Christmas-tide. Price, 7s Cd, at C. W. Goodson's, 111, Queen- Street^ WANTED, Orders tor Trousers to measure, 13a 6'd; Trousers arid Vest, 255; i Suit. 5Ss. Marvellous value at Phillipa's Mart, I 170, Queen-atreet. WANTED, Everybody to do their own Painting, and buy Atkinaon and Co.'s 1 Raadr Mixed. Paint: the oheapest and best in ■ Aiiokiand.-*Atkinßon and Co/, Paint, Oil, and ; Varnish Makers, Freeman's Bay. WANTED. —Ask for Waite's Fruit Preserving Tins; and see you get them. Sold by all Ironmongers, and at the Factory, Fort street.—H. Waite, Wholesa'e Tinsmith. "AMXJSIJ K.NOWJN.—To bring the celebrated Wertneim Treadle Maohines into more general me, we are now Selling them j at from Five Pounds and up wards,—Hallenstein •■ Bros. & Co., New Zealand Clothing Factory, Queen-street, Auckland; and at Albert street, Thames. WANTED KNOWN—AIes and Stout, best Dunedin and Nelson brands bottled by Dindon arid Co.; also, Wines and Spirits, first quality; Aleß and Stout, 10s per doz. (quarts); 63 par doz. (pints).—Bindon & Co., High-street and Vulcan Lane. ANTED KNOWN, that the Cheapest Blouse in Town for good Boots and s-hooa of all sorts and Blzeslsthe Cheap Boot Shop, corner of Queen-street and Market En trance. Come ono, come nil. No credit to pay for. Large atook. Must Bell. ANTED KNOWN. — Ladies and Children's Hats, lOd to Is 3d; Trimmed do, from Is 6d; Lndies' Well-Trimmed Hats, at low prices.; Bonnetsi 9s 6d; good assortment of Choa'p Flowers; Childrons Oxford Shoos, from ■is 6d. Ladlei will do well to inspect the above. —Mrs Whitehead, Milliner, Newton. WANTED the Public to Know, that Wendol's excellent Wines —a really splendid drink for the tummer— can now be obtained at the Manufactory, Symonda-stroet. and at all the Hotels in Auckland. Prize medal at Sydney Exhibition, and testimonials from all the loading medical men of Auoklaad. Price, per bottle, 2a lid. WANTED KNOWN, that D. Goldie is prepared to sell Ml kinds of Building and other Timber, Including Hardwood, Spokes, Felloes, Iron-Bark and Blue-Gum Shafts, Blocks, Palings ,and Shingles, at hia Yards, Lower Albert-street, near Dock, at the .lowest cash prices. The timber, bcingunder cover, is better than that purohased elsewhere. YVT Aw T~E~D KSi O WN. TO ALL IK. WANT OF MONKY.—It, H NeU megon is prepared to advance tho same on personal or any other security, repayable by Weekly Instalments.—Note the address:. 165, Quoenstreet. opposite the Savings' Bank. Y*TANTED~KNqWN, that J Mokri- Vt son, ABphaltor, has Romovod to his Now Yard Cußtom-Houae-stroet West, between Hobson and Nelson-streets. Asphalting at tended to on tho shortest notice. Also, a Large stock cf Firewood, cut and uncut; wholesale and retail^ WANTED, to clear shop on Saturday. Mutton. 2Jd; Roast Beef, -Id; Boiling do., 3d; Prlmo Corned Beef, 3d; Lard, Cd; Gor man Sausogo, Cd; Superior beef Sausage, Id; I-amb per quarter, from2iCd; Keg Beof, 2Da.— O. Humo, Hutchor, Queen-street. WANTED, Christmas Card Purchasers to call and inspect the Beautiful Assort ment at C. W. Goodaon's. 7,500 just recoived from Londpn, and offered at marvellously low prices, commencing at Id cacb. All new stock. —111, Queen-street. ANTED, Tenders for Cottage of four rooms. Plans and specifications at E. Carr & Son's, Custom-house-street. Tenders to bo in by 4 p.m. Balurday. Lowest tender not necosaarily acoopted. WANTED, North Shore Excursionists to call at Mra Foster's Luncheon Rooms (Two doors from the Flagstaff Hotol), where they can be accommodated with Tea and Coffee at any hou;-. Every attention paid to the com fort of Visitors. Chops and Steaks. Straw berries during the season. Apartments to Let. Pi ivato Board and P.oildence. Terms moderate. Picnlo Parties sup"'ißd at twolve hours notice YIfANTED KNOWN, that E. Carr T » ud Son have to hand Building Timber In Kauri and Whito Pine, Shingles, House Blocks, PallDgs, Posts. Rails, and Firewood in their Yard, Custom-houso-stroet West, opposite end of Hobson-street N.B.—Tbe inoreasing demand for White Pine has induced them to arrange for a constant supply. WAIN TED, the General Public to give their orders in early for tfioae Grand First Prize Ales and First Prize Stouts, Auck land i£Bo, although our Btock is largo, wo can not guarantee to bo able to supply late ordo-s, first ordered first served, delivered in town and suburbs.- Bunka'J and Bros., opposite United Service Hotel, Wolleßley-BtreetWtst, Auckland. Ordera per Poat will meet with quick dispatch. WANTED, Admirers of the Beautiful, Purobaaers of the Useful, and Students of tho Kconomlcal, to call and inspect the Goods just received per s.s. 'Durham,' from London, at tho Novelty Depot, 111, Queen-street. Every article 1b marked in plain figures, at prices hitherto unknown in Auckland. The great variety and novelty ot goods render them especially adapted for Christmas and New Year Presonte. C. W. GOODBON, Opposite Tonka's Mart \\ rANTED KNOWN, Stationery at V T Knglleh prices; Ruled Note Paper (croam lain), 2d per quire; Envelopes. 2d per packet; Foolscap and Letter, 3d per quire all kinds of Fsaoy Note P»por and Envelopes; Mourning Stationery, Account, Pass, and Pocket Books, Pens, Ponoiii1, Bibbs, Albums, &c, &c, at prices before unknown in Auokland; a few Boas Puzzles left, at Is; the Game of Trevol', la Gd ; Tom Thumb Printing Projs, 8s; Climax Dater, 30s; Automaton Pencil Stamp, 7a fid ; the Initial Rubber Stamps, Is each, with Pad and Ink for marking linen or Btsmping paper or envelopes. Supolied at Goodsons, 111, Queen-street.— Observe the Addrots^ W ANTED, every person about to Build or requiring Building Material n largo or small quantities to, call or| send their orders to;the AUCKLAND TIMBER COMPANY (Limitkd). By aid of new and hlgh-claas Machinery, every description of Building Materials manu factured of a quality, and at pric«s, hitherto unknown in tho Colony. Trial solicited. Prices to meet the times. Upecial advantages for cash. —Works : Cußtom-house-street West. Office: Custom-home-strset Eaut. near Wharf. WANTED, Visitors as well as Resi dents Jin Auokland to call andinsoect the varied stook of New Good?—all imported within the last six months-tit Goodson's. 111, Queen-street. The trade motto at thateatablish ment being, " Small profits and quick returns," or, "A nimble fid better than a slow la,—Wat ches: Waltham, key and keyless; Geneva, Alluminium, Silver, Gilt, and Mecal Cases, from 30s; French-American Clocks and Alarms, com prising : Right-day and Keyless French. HUiDti cal Carriage, Jokers, Peepo'-day, Carriage Alarms. Prince, Princess, Nutmeg, La Belle, Pirate, Wheel, Banner. &c, &c, from 7a 6d, ex cellent time-keepers, and handsome in appear ance. Fresh arrival of Potosi Silver Goods, ralng white all through (not plated), wearing equal to silver. Forks, Spoons, Cups, Castore, Cruets, Walters, Nupkin Rings, &c.; Gold and Silver Jewellery; Ailuminlum, Gilt and Silver plated, in Brooches and Sets, Studs, Rings, Soli ;alres, Necklets, &c.; Monogram Veßta Boxes; Kicking Mules, 80-peeps; Elephant and Dog Inkstands; Table and Pocket Cutloryin irrcat variety; Knives and Forks, from 7s per doz.; Covors, from 4s 6d per pair; Pocket Knives, from 6d; Sycamore Bread Platters, from 2a Gd : Knivos, from Is 6d; Butchers Knives, from 9d; 3ci»sorß. from Is, at Goodaon s.(opposito Tonk's Mart) 111, Queen.Btreet. WORKING MEN ! !-Pienty of Good Tor at the T Pot for Is 63 per lb; a good 3tear at 4d; Rice, 2J<l; Corn Flour, 6d; Can dles (full weights), lOd; Ptouelesa Jams, K.B the best brand), only 7d; Marmalade, 81 French. Prunes, 7d; New Dates, Cd; Very Fini presoTvod Ginger, Is per tin; Yorkshire Relish. 7id per bottle: Bloater Paste, 6d; Smoked Cod Robs, 91; Kippered Herrinsß, la; Goodali, Blackhousa and Co.'s Potted Ham, Tongue, Beef, Straaburg, Mixed Game, Pheasant, Partridge only 7d per tin; Pigs Jowls, reducod to 3d.— F. Hewln and Brother, Queen-street. ~i YOUNG Gentleman, recently arrived f\ from England, is desirous or obtaioind a situation in a wholesale house; willing to make himself useful; only a small salary required.— 'G.G.." Star Office. UGGY Wanted (a Second-hand one) for pony, or Pony and Buggy, if quiet. State lowest price and particulars to " M.J.," Star Office. urapery. TAST FEW WEEKS OF THK G C S R H A EEL A A E T P 1 DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP ON THE 318T DECEMBER. THE AVHOLE STOCK MUST BE CLEARED 1 pREAT CACRIIfICESI /IREAT CACRIITICKS! tT During tho remainder of tho Sale we intend to SLAUGHTER tho Balanco of the STOCK at Prices UNPRECBDENTEDLY LOW: and those who wish to moke their Summer Purchase advantageously should make it a point to INSPECT THE BARGAINS! QOMERFIELD & TECK, DRAPERS, CLOTHIERS, AND OUT FITTERS, 134, QUEKN-STBEET.



To Let. fTIHREE First-ciasa Loose Boxes To A Lot for the Racing Season!.—Apply Ellerslle Hotel. . TO LET, a Four-roomed Cottage,- close to Hobson-street North.—J. Fintley, chop corner of Chapel and West Queen streetp. rrW LET, a 2 and 3-rooined Cottage,. -L Bultablo for small families or bachelors' hall.—Apply O. a. gill?, Howe-street T~[O~L~ET, at Devonport, North Shore, a New Villa Residence of six rooms; ad joining Captain Casey's.—Apply to S. W. Oxen ham. fru LET, a House and Shop in Upper « Queen-street, opposite the Army and Navy Hotel; water and gas laid on. Rent, £1 per week; ___ TO BE LET, with Immediate Possession, tne House in Eden C. ecent now occupied by Mr Willcoc!is.—Apply to John Buchanan, Shortland-street. _ rfW LliT or Lease, for a terra, a Three- I roomed Cottage with facre of ground, cultivated; pituated Richmond.—Apply Me-sra Ashton and Sons, Insurance Buildings, or Edgar, Dfers, Wellesley-street Ka»t. rf\(i LllT, in the risinsr Township of L Whanuarei, a General Store; best posi tion, email Stock at valuation. Prcsentowner retiring from business. Terms easy.—Apply to James Wilson, Whangarel. November 16,1880. rjjfUJ LET, a comfortable 6-roomed, I Dwel ing House, flve miuuteb' walk from Ellcrslie Station; halt acre land.—Apply to Mrs Watt, on the premises, or Mr W. Aictiin,- Shortland street. l\r O R T II C O T E. TO LET, for a term, Mr Tunny's Residence, Stokds' Point; six large rooms, grounds beauti fully laid out, and delightful view. R. HORNS, Shortlana-Btreet. ±i*or Sale. FOR SAIE (a rare chance for a poor man, as it must bo sold), 164 aores Choice Country Land, situated in the Parish uf Puke atua, County of Kdeu. in the Wairewa High way District. The property is nicely situated, commanding an extensive view. It fronts a main road, and settlora' farma not far distant. ' The whole country around is valuable properly, and riling in value. The above is offered at 7s 9d per acre.—Apply to Carbines and Lusher, Auctioneers, Queen-street. OR SALE, Cheap, a House of Five looms and kitchen.-Apply to T. Cox, Commercial Road, Great North Road. IJIOR SALE, or To Let, a First-rate F Business in Waikato. Stock atavalua tion if required.—Apply to L. D. Nathan & Co. DjNORSALK, a Small Pair of French Bur JD . Millstones, with silk. Suitable for grind ing wheat, maize, or pepper.—J. Finlay, West Queen and Ohapel-streets. jmOR SALE, cheap.—The Fast Sailiug |J Yacht' Gliltor' may be had at a low figure by applying to J. W. Carr and Sons, Cußtom house-Btreet West; OR SALE (a Bargain), Nine Acres of Land, close to town, with a Baautlful Seven-roomed Rosldoi cc, also Stable, Cow-shed Piggeries, and Garden, all oomploto. Terms • oaßy.—J. Davies, Junction Store, Karangahape Road. ITIuR KALE, a Building situate at the } Railway Station, formerly nsert ns Dining room and Shop. Would bo suitable fcr erpction at To Aroha.—Apuly to William t'ye, Diniug roon is, Queen-street Wharf. |jTOR SALE, in Newton, near Fairburu's I property, a very nico House of 6 rooms, workshop, fowl-house, tank, well, pump, good gardon ; ull in Hrnt-cLans order, and in good position. Only £210.—D. F. Evan?, Estate Agout, 71, Queen-Btreot. ITIOK SALE, in Pousonby, near main I? road, New Verandah Cottage, four rooms, with ono or three allotments, fenoed. Price, £200 or]£,2sb respectively.—D. F. Evans, Estate Agent, FrtOß SALE, a first-class Hansom Cab, ' Horse, and Harness, in first class condition, —For prico and particulars apply A, Mackle, Royal Btandard Carriage and Spring Factory, Durham-street West, Auckland. on-i fl— HOUBK containing four large rooms Xi&*-\> an( i ecullery; good well, tank, &0., with freehold Allotment; conveniently situate!, within flve minutes' walk from Queen-street.— S. Valle, Houso and Land Agent, Shortland street. nnnn— TWO Shops and Dwelling Houses, JZAVV W ltlj Freehold Allotments, situated next the Terminus Hotel, Onehunga.-S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland-street, i?OA CABU, balance at 10a per week.—House -*"30 of 0 roomi, with Allotment 44 x 100. Price, £150.—3. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Short! and-Btreet. •P99 ci—Neat Cottßgeot 4 roomß, fitted with Jj&AO Cupboards, Oven, Stove, 2 Tanks; also, new outhouse, 14 x 12, &c, and allotment 33 r :■:; 20 minutoa from Poßt < )fflce.—S. Vaile, House and Land Agent. Shortland-Btreet. PQQA-SUBURBANKKSIDENCEof7roomf>, Asov -with stable and other out-buildings, together with nearly 4 acres of land, planted with fruit and ornamental trees; commands a good water view, and has facilities for sea bathing; about 1} miles fiom Poßt-offlce.—B. Vailo, Honße and Land Agent. Shortland-street. n a 17c—HOUSE of 5 rooms, dairy. Bhedp, cis c*1 * 1 O tern, tank, &o, together with nearly 3 aorcs of volcanic land, fenoed, and In graes, garden, &c—S. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland street. IpOiv SALE, at the N orth Shore, close to ' Cheltenham Beach, a comfortable well built House, with every convenience, and com manding a fine view. As a marine residence it is unsurpasßOd. Tin grounds are well laid out, and comprise a Croquet Ground, Orchard, Vegetable Garden, &c, in good order and con dition.—Apply to Milno & White, Land and kstate Agents, Colonial Bank Buildings, Queen street. EJT O 14 SALE. FINE FARM AnITgOOD FLAX Mnji. Good Flox Mill, ifith water-power capable of driving any amount of machinery, together with fine Farm of 200 acres of alluvial 1 land unsurpassed in quality, with over 1,000 tons Tot very fine Xlax, and abundance in the neighbourhood. This property is nearly all fenced and subdivided, and in culti vation. There is a nice new house of 7 rooms, with large Barn. Garden, and Orchard. It is only 40 miles distant from Auokland, and has railway communication, with food roads, along with water carriage for Produce to railway station.—Apply to Geor«e Eraser, or J. C. Anderson, «o. 6, South British Insurance Buildings. j FU R S A L E, ON LIBERAL TERMS. To Closo a Partnership Account: The Clipper Pchooner 'A'.BATRO3S." 77 tons reßletor; carrios large cargo, light draught of wator The Fast-sailing Cutter ' FAN NIB.' 39 tons; ballast floored over; carries 30,000 test timber HOUSK, Peafleld View Road. 9 rooms HOUBB, Upper Pitt-street, 6 rooms, large allotment 82 asres L4ND, Waipipl. Waiuku:|Allot ment 250 281 acres LAND, Waikato River. C. A. HARRIS. 7, South British Insurance Buildings, . December 6,1880. ■ ' ' VILLA SITES, CAMPBELLVILLE, PONSONBY. ' Mb Johw C vmpbbix has instructed the under signed to dispose of all bis Cholco Villa Sites as above. These allotments, having a large frontage to Ponsonby and Shelly Beaoh Roads, Curran, Eminett. and Sarsflold streets, are unsurpassed for position, view of harbour, size, &o. The allotments are marked off on the ground. Price and terms on application. 1 DIGNAN & ARMSTRONG, i and 5, Imperial Chambers, : Vuloan Lane. Q- N ' S'A - L E. 1 BOAT (Clinker Built), MAST, SAILS, and OAKS'complete. Apply to J. CRAIG, FORT STREET. ril U A R it I V E, X P3E 'OCEOLA,' 300 Tons VICTORIAN COMPANY BONE DUST. CLARK AND GANE, FORT-STREET. HIT LI, BROTHERS, IIAVK NOW LANDING, B y 'Fambnoth' and 'Looh Cook, 1,200 PACKAGES, Consisting of GROCERIES AND OILMEN'S STORES, AND HAVE FOE SALK— AMERICAN RANGES AND STOVES BARBED STEKL FENCING WIRE DOUGLAS PUMPS, LAWN MOWERS CORSSACKS. GRINDSTONES, OIL STONES, &c, &c, &c. Agents tor J. Craig & Son's Celebrated Scotch- HULL BROTHERS, Auctioneers, Wine and Spirit Merobantß, Queen-stroet Kauri GumlStores. Breakwater Free and Bonded Storw. Albert-Bsreet. Boara ana .Residence. A SINGLE GENTLEMAN can have 1 Comfortable Home, in a private family close to town. At moderate terms.—Address, ai Mr Finch'B, Bookseller, Queen-street BOAKD'AND RESIDENCE in a privat* family in Parnell. Terms, Including wash jug, &0., £1 la per week.—Apply this office. GOVERn UK BROWWE HOTKI KOBBON-STREKT Board and Lodging _2CBpMweel <>inzJe room) -25e T>ODEN & CHASE TEA DEALERS AND FAMILY GROCERS. NOTE TUB ADDRESS: CORNER OF VICTORIA AND CHAPEL STREETS, AUCKLAND. finest Now Eeawns Tens, Canterbury Bacoi Superior Cheeses, and Grass Butter. Grocery of every description. The Cheapest House in tbe Trade,



! Public Notioeßi TNXERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OF WOOL, AT THE CRYSTAL PALACE, LONDON. IN 1881. Exhibits of Wool for the above will ba received at the Office of the Chamber of Commerce, not latsr than the 31st January, 1831. Particulars, as furnished by the Colonial Secretary, can ba obtained on application to the undersigned. JA?. STODART, Secretary, Chamber of Commerce. Auckland, November 18,1889. T\ Pi. E D G E L O W. CONSULTATION HOURS: North Shore (Mrs McGuffle's), Oa.in. to 12 noon. Messrs Sharland and Co., Shortland-street, 130 p.m. to 6 p.m. 1 V X PIECES OI>" WHITE CALICO _L. • 4J SHIRTING, soft and heavy, nearly 36 inches wide, Id per yard.—J. Cosgravo and Co. PARNELLNUR&Ek.IES : Strawberries and Cream,'Daily.—James Mason. rriHE Largest and cneapesi otock ot 1 DRA.PKP.Y and CLOTHING In New Zealand, as well as the Greatest Variety ttj choose from, is at J. Cosgrave and Co. s, Qiwe j street BT f\f\f\ MEN'S AND BOYS' i>,VJ\J\J STRAW HAT 3 (New Shapes), is.—J.- Cosgrave and Co; STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM AT THE VICTORIA. REFRESHMENT ROOMS, Next Post Office, Devonport. The above delicacy can be had through the Season at 9d per plate, to suit the timeß. Lemonade, Ginokrbber, Tea, Coffer, and other Refreshments on the premises. Tobacco, Cigars, &o. N.B.—Arrangements made for the use o' Vaux hall Gardens for Picnic Parties, &c, at moderate rates. Picnio Parties catered for. Families waited on for Orders Daily. V. H. WKLLS & CO., Nurserymen, Seedsmon, Fruiterers, &c. IAA PIECES OF GREY CALICO, J_\_J \J the fine Mexican make, 3d per yard.—J. Cosgrave and Co. THE undersigned requests all Accounts against him to be sent to the shop on or before the 31at December, 1880; and all Accounts owing must be paid on or before that date, or they will hi handed over to his solicitor for recovery. JAMES McJCWEtf, Lower Albert-street. DOCTOR C. EMERSON TB.NNENT has Removed from Groy-atreet to tiymonds atreet, the late residence of Dr. Young. HOUBS OF ATTENDANCE. 9 to 10 a.m. 1 to 2 p.m. Aitd 7 to 8 p.m. Sundays—l to 2 o'clock p.m. .ESTABLISHED 1860. WAITEMATA FLOUR MILL'S PRICES CURRENT (WHOLESALE). Subject CO alteration without notice. Sacks. lCO'a. 60s. £ a. d. & s. d. £ s. d. Fine Flour, per ton 13 0 0 13 10 0 14- 0 0 J. J.. Flouv, per ton 12 0 0 12 10 0 13 0 0 A. Flour, per ton 12 0 0 — — Wheat Meal .. 13 o 0 — — Sharps, per ton .. 510 0 — — Bran, per ton, .. 510 0 — — The above prices include sacks and bags. Sacks and bags not returnable. Cabin Biscuits, £18 per ton; cases 2s Gd each. Also a large assortment of Fancy Biscuits; price list on application. TERMS: CASH. Office: Lower Queen-street, Auckland, Ist November, 1880. JOHN LAMB. THORNTON SMITH, AND FIRTH'S PRICES CURRENT (Wholkhalk) Subject to alteration without notice. Sacks. 100's. GO'S 1 Crown Brand Flonr & p. d. &s. d. £. s. d. perton 13 0 0 13 10 0 14 0 0 T.S.&F. Canterbury Flour 12 0 0 -1210 0 13 0 0 Sharps, per ton 5 10 0 Bran,perton .. ~ 510 0 .. .. Fowl Wheat .. ~ 3s. 6d. per bushel. The above prices include sacks and bagr; sack and bags not returnable Terms i Cash Auokland, Ist November. 1880 GITY FLOUR MILLS AND BISCUIT MANUFACTORY. Auckland, November 1,1880. We beg to advise you that our Prices from his date are as under: Sacks, lOOlbs. SOlbs. ■ £ s. d. £ a. d. £ 8. d. Anchor Flour, ton.. 12 0 0 12 0 0 13 0 0 •Baker's Extra, ton.. 13 0 0 — — Bharps, per ton ..500 — — Bran, perton ..500 — — Cabin Bread, ton .. 18 0 0 — — lOOlbs. SOlbs. lOOlbs. Cases .. .. 2s 61 2s Sks. Is We are yours truly, J. BYCROFP & CO. T> O O T SI BOOTS! Wanted, my Customers and the Pulbio to know that I have Opened my New Shop with a well-assorted Stock of Boots and Shoes of every description, at prices to suit the times. Note the address: J. GBKEN, Viotoria-street, near Neteon-atreet, Auckland. CIENCING! FENCING I FENCING 1 I can to all kinds of Fencing at lower prices than anybody. Here's the proof: Best Hobarton Paline Fence, 58s; Heart Kauri Posls and Rails, and Kauri Palings, 455; Puriri Posts and 3 Hobarton Kails. «s: ao Kauri, 345; Wire Fence (5 wires), 20s: Top Rail, 255; Puriri Posts, Hobarton Top Kail and 5 wires, 33a. Other j kinds equally cheap. The materials and work of test description. Large stootc of Posts and Hal's for cale, at low prices. Posts bored and morticed, and rails dressed on ground. SAM. WHITE, Fencer, Custom-house-street. THOMAS CAIN, CONFECTIONER, QREY-STREET, Junction of QUEEN-STREET, AUCKLAND. to. in returning thanks to his Customers, for pant favours, who visited him in Karangahape Hoad, sollolts a continuance oC the same at liia store a<> above. Ladies! Christmas is approach ing and you cannot do better than patronise my delicious Sweets and Confectionery.—Note the Address! ■. ; ; ,-■ .- ■. . .-. is !•■; "1 HAfin LADIES' AND XvJ.V^Uv/ GIRLS' STRAW HATH New^and the Fashion), is.- J. Ccegrave and Co . ,;, ~'• ", ■ ~-..;. £ftf\xa «l,ooa tiKNT on Building Eoolaty py-Lv principles, or oi other termi to buH borrowers. Mortgages and Loans negotiated. SoeUat of Properties for Sale on 4th page.— V. Williamson, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane.— Seven per. cent, allowed on money deposited lor nvestmep* -i f\{\ PIECES FANCY RIBBONS JL \J \J 3d per yard.- J. Cosgrave & Co. TO STOREKEEPERS AND HOUSE HOLDERS. Those who once make purchases from the Extensive and Varied Stock oC EARTHENWARE. CHINA, AND GLASS WARE, Kept by the undersigned, will admit that Cus tom-house-street is the proper place to go to. EDWARD LEWIS. An Experienced Paoker Engaged. m E A ! TEA! T E A ! My New Seasons Teas, at Is 8d per lb., 2a * per lb., and 2s Gel per, lb., are a great success. Kverybody dissatisfied with their present sup plies should certainly give them a trial. A reduction of 2d per lb. on 121b. parcels. F. WHITEHEAD, Tea Dealer and Tobacconist. i ',:'..- Viotorla-Btreet. Tobacconist, Queen-street. . XTOUNU MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION, Corneb of Welleslby ani> Albbbt streets LIBRARY AND KEADING-ROOM. The RE ADIN G-P OOM is comfortably furnished, and is sunlied with English, American, and Co'onial Papers; Napier. New Ply : mouth, Wellington, Chrißtchurch, and Dunedln Newspapers; "Home News," "Pu'jlio Opinion," "European Mail," "Weekly Times;" Illustrated Journals, including the "Graphic." "Illustrated * London News," '•Punch." &c, &o. : MAGAZINES — Blackwood's, Harper's, t MacMillan's. " Eclectic," and •' Nineteenth Century," '•Cornhill." "AH the Year b Round," "Argosy,' "Saturday," eta,etc. . REVIRWS—Tha " Quarterly." "Kdin burgh," " Princeton," etc, etc.; " Scientific American," "Knglißh Mechanic," &c, &c j Subscription—2s 6d per Quarter. The LIBRARY contains upwards of 2.500 vols., in the various departments of Literature. It r New Works frequently added. Subacription-23 6d per Quarter. ; FILES kept of all the Leading Colonial and Local Newspapers. ' DRAUGHTS, CHESS, &c, Tea and Coffee Provided. Boarding House Register, Employment Register YOU N G MEN Are invited to avail themselves of the advan tages offered by the Association. STR ANGERS WJKLCOMKD, and allowed free use of the n Rooms on application to the Ueneral Secretary. £W Information gladly given at the Rooms. Open Daily from 8 till 10 p.m. VHOMAS BUDDLE, v . i .-.-.; -■■:•■■ ■ Hon. Seoretap



Public Notices, 'WAITAKI,1 FOR JsxmSv ' WHANQAHEf. Tbo s,ff. •ALBION' Will take ' VVaitakiV place (oa account ot dock ing), leaving Queenstrost Wharf on SATUR DAY Morning, llth Inst., at 8 o'cock, returning the same evening. Cargo received THIS DAY (Friday). UNION STEAM SHIP COMPANY OF NEW ZEALAND. _ Any Person or Persons landing on Motntapn Island, without permission in writing from the undersigned, will be prosecuted. (Signed) HEID BROTHERS. December 10th, 1880. WC. DENNES gives notice ttat all • Accounts three months past duo will bo sued for, and Machines taken away, unless paid at onca.—Depot, Queen street. ■V^r HANGAREI. Mb McKean, Scarhro' Honso, is appointed Solo Agent at Whangaroi for the sale of our Almanac, TCT <? T I U JS. War. PYX has removed to tho Now Buildings on Queen-street Wharf—Hallway Dining Kooms —and hopes to see his old customers back again, and also invites the general public to vivo him a call. f?f\d\ LADIES' PARASOLS at Is 9d. O" " —J. Cosgrave and Co. "P RUCT OR ' S LECTURES. On Evening of Eaoh Lecture the Lato Train will leave Onohunga at 7 p.m., as on Saturdayl returning to Auckland; Depart, after the Lec ture, at a quarter paßt ten, excepting on FRI DAY 21th (Christmas Eve), when it will Depart from Auckland 11.15 p.m., and ran toOnehnnga, Mercer, and Intermediate Stations. A. V. MAGDONALD, Diatrlot Manager. AUCKLAND TURKISH ©BATHS COMPANY (LIMITED). The Shara List will Close on WEDNE3DAY. December 18th. 1880. All persona desirous of taking ub shareß should send in their applica tions to the undersigned on or before that date. JOHN K. RANDERSON, Secretary pro tern. Auckland, December 10,1880. OR A CHRISTMAS GIFT the most suitable is Rich Mottled Kauri Chest or Drawors; Toilet Chests of four drawers only 45s for cash. They become more beautiful, with keeping, will always work easy, and are always valuable articles. — William Norrio, Cabinetmaker, top of Shortland-street. rr\f\n YARDS DRESS STUFF. O\JUU di.-J. Coag.ave&Co. mo THE INHABITANTS OF UPPER X PARNBLL AND VICINITY. I hereby certify that I bavothis daylDecom ber 3rd, 1880), disposed of the General Orocery Business, carried on by me, at Manutau Road, ParneU, to Mr M. Marriott, late of H.M.C., whom I have every confidence in recommend ing to my lato customers and the public. A. Jotioinw. With reference to the above I beg respectfully to solicit tho patronngo of Mr Joughin's la'.o customers and of the public of Parnali. On my part no effort Bhall bo spared to givo satisfac tion, and I trust by diligent attention to tli? wants of my customers, and keeping none but the beat goods, to merit the patronage) I as!c. N.B.—Star and " Observer " Aaoncies will be carried on as usual.—M. Marriott, Parnsll, December 7,1880. JCOSGRA YE AND CO. are vow Open ing their Large Summer Shipments. TCTEW TWEEDS AftD COATINGS. Just Ophnkb Up," ? H. L. POSSENESKIE'S, NEW TWEEDS AND COATINGS, Comprising Bliss, West of England, Bannock burn, and various other manufactures of Scotoh Tweeds. New Tweeds and Coatings I A Large Variety of French and German Tweeds. Nkw Tweeds and Coatings ! Worsted Coatings in all Shadeß and Patterns. New Twbeds and Coatings 1 Superior Meltons, lieavers, and Venetians in all Bhades. New Twbeds and Coatings ! Weat of England Superfine Black and Blue. NEW TWEEDS AND COATINGS! JUST OPENED OUT, AT H. L. POSSENESKIE'S, Merchant Tailor & Habitmaker, Oppos the South British Insurance Buildings. dHORTLAVD-STBKHT. AUCKLAND. N.B.—A Large Variety infancy Veatings for winter 1 wear. Special Observance: All work warranted Hand-Made onlw. VTOTICS. NOTICE. NOTICE. EXOBLSIOR! CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. Heal Silver Rosebuds. Mr GEORGK COOK, Eleotro-plater; Papa kura, having now perfected his process for converting natural Plants into most beautiful Silver and Gold Ornaments, bega to inform his friends and tho public generally that he has just completed a large assortment of Kosebuds In Silver and Gold, in the shape of Brooches, Karrings, &o. Also, a lot of the moat perfeot Ferns ever yet produced, highly suitable for Christmas Presents. 1- - See Opinions of tho Press. ■-'■ To be had at Mr Greenshields', ShortUnd Ores cent, and at Mr J. Jenkins's, Newmarket. __ . Meetings. A UCKLAND SEAMAWB' UNION A Meeting of the above Union will be held TO-MORROW, llth inst., at 8 p.m., in the Working Men's Clnb. TmNNISKILLEN L.0.L., No. 3; ■ihe Adjourned Meeting of the above Lodge will be held in the Protestant Hall, Newton, TO-MORROW (Saturday*, tho llth, at 6 p.m. eharo. Business:. The Installation of Officers. All Brethren of the Order are cordially invited to abend.' HAMII/roil> . , , __.; t Sfiorotary. ■ -\TJKW, ZEALAND, RIFLE ASSGCJt JJV ■"• ''' ' ATION. Z A Meeting will be held at Victoria Company's 3 i Room, Drill Shod, on MONDAY Next, at half:, pact eeven p.m, to Elect Local Committee. Members must also thon pay Annual Subsoriu- EDWIN COOPER, Local Seoretary. "I UCKLAND RIFLE ASSOCIATIOX. A General Meeting of tho Atsodatiorv will he held in tho Viotoria Company* Room, Dull Shed, on MONDAY Next, at 8 p.m. Duatness: Election of Committee. JAS^FAmB< '\ Hon. Sec. rnHE UNION STEAM SAW MOULD JL ! ■ INO ■ SABH AND DOOR COMPANY (LIMITED). Notice is hereby given that ah Extraordinary General Meeting of .the Shareholders of this Company will be held at the Office of tho Com pany, Mechanics' Bay, Auokland, on WEDNES DAY, the flfteenh day ot December 1880, a( twelve o'clook noon. Business: To authorise the Directors to raise money onDebenture3, and to Issue Debenture on behalf of the Company. ByorderoftneDireetors^^^^ Secretary. Auokland, December 3.1850. WatcnmaKers and Jewellers! /CHRISTMAS TTOLIDAYS. VISITOK9 to Auckland would do well TO CALL ON T TT OWD E N : And INSPECT his Stock of GOLD PIANOS, and ORGANS, SILVER JEWELLERY, , WATCHES. KtO. ■ , MTWhich they will find upon average to be TWENTY PER CENT. CHEAPER than any Other Hou :o. SHORTLAND-STREET [Adjoining General Post Office]. ALFRED ALEY, WATCHMAKHIR AND JEWELLER, 256, QUKEN-STKEET (Opposite entrance to the Market), Begs to announce that during the Christmas and New Year's HoHdays he will make fJONSIDERABLE REDUCTIONS IN HIS tsr PRICES! Tia Intending Purchasers will do well to Inspect the Large and Elegant STOCK IN THE WINDOW. ILL THE NBWKST AND LATEST DESIGNS! IN JEWELLERY. ! WATCHES IN GOLD AND BILVKR 1 by the leading English and Continental Manu , ; ■ * tacturrrs. The Largest fetock of CLOCKS ia Now Zealand, ;• . . :,: 'AVall Prlca).



Personal. _ IF Mies smith does not redeem her thing*, they will be sold within seven days from this date.-G. Hendry. Carlton Gore Road. Lost and Found. LOST, a Koan Chestnut Pony Mare, white blaze and right ear halt off. OS reward will b3 paid on delivery, at the Kx cnango Hote!, I'arnell ■ % iriOUND, tTFlat-bottomed Dicgy adrift ,\ ! off Freeman's Bay .-For full particulars apply James Manning;, Melscn street. Tenders- OUBLIC WORKS OFFICE. ARCHITECT'S BRANCH Wellington. 19th November, 1880. Tenders aro invited (or the Erection of Post and Telegraph Ottice at Kamo, County whan garci. General Conditions, Speciflcatlona. and Drawings may ba Been at the Public Works Office, Architect's Branch, Wellington: at the Public Works Offices at Auokland and Whan garei. Tenders addressed to the Hon. the Minister for Pablic Works, and marked outside, " Tender for Post and Telegraph Office, Kamo. will be received at the above Office up to Noon of SATUBUAY. the 18th day of December, 1880. Telegraphio tenders will be received, provided the original tender and deposit are lodged wim the nearest District Engineer at the time above specified. ~ The lowest or any Tender not necessarily ac-. copted, By command, BUERO WS. Arohtteot, fr.W. nOONTY OF WAITEMATA, PUBLIC NOTICE. Tenders will be received until TUESDAY; the 21st inst, for the undermentioned works :— 1. Road Formation In Waitakerei West Disk 2. Delivery'of Scoria Ash on Waikomitl Boad. 3. Ditching and Forming Road through Ste-. wart's Flat on the Kaukapakapa ana Helena Wllo Road. Speoifloations can be leen at the Counoll Office. Shortland-atreet, Auckland, or as under: No. 1. At Mr Dilworth's, •Waitakerei. No. 2. At Mr W. B. CautwelTs, Waikomlti. No. 3. At Clark Staffs Hotel, HelensviUe. Tenders to be addressed to the Treasurer, Waitemata County Council, Auoklana. JOHN JAMES, County Clerk. Waitemata County Conncil Office, Auckland, December 9,1880. pb NSONBY__ DISTRICT. ENGLAND-STRKET CVLVBRT. -,-p Tenders for above Contract will be received, . up to i p.m., on WEDNESDAY, 15th inst., at my Office. 7i, Qaeen-street, whero Plans ana • Specifications may be seen. I vU'-zt JOHN BOYLAN, 0.X.,, Jt i i .',..., Engineer to the Board.. ri 4 UCRLAND RAILWAY WORK- A J\. SHOPS. Written Offers will bo received until noon ot i WEDNESDAY, December 15, for Scrap Iron, 10 tons Iron and Steel Turnings, 8 tons Wrought ; and i tons Cast Iron Sorap. Offer to Inoluda parting away within one week of acceptance. Highest or any offer not ueoesaarlly aocepted. A, V. MACDONALD, District Manager. RENDERS will be received up to one i o'clock p.m. on Saturday, the llth inetaat, for the erection of a Cottai?6. Haus, &c, may beseen at office of H. White, High-street, j • f • (j ftpENDERS will be' received until 12 ft. o'clock on Saturday, 11th inst, for Cutting ■ | about lor 5 Chaiu of Braining.—H. Partinjton, House and Land Agent, Stichbmy's Buildings. fT\O PAlNTKßS.—Tenders are wanted JL uulil SATURDAY, the 12th, for Painting a House in Cook-street. Apply at the building.— D.Kinlayson. moaUIL D E R S. Tenders will •■ be received up to noon on SATURDAY, the 18th instant, for the Erection Of Brick Shopa in Hobfon-street. Plans, &c, at our offices. ■. , ■■_:,.' EDW. MAHONEY & SON. Architects. m 0 B~U I L D E, R S. Tenders will be received up to noon oa MONDAY, the 20th instant, for theßrection Of a Warehouse in Lower Queen-street. Plans, &c-, at oar offices. EDW. MAHONBY & SON, : . , 'rchlteow. booes ana bnoes. 0 T a V H E N S' : SUMMER SHIIMEJST . , yt EX GLIStf 3 AND CONTINENTAL BOOTS AND SHOES . Has arrived and comprises Fashionable an Useful Goods, not previously introduced in this Colony.! .• : ■ ' * - STEPHEN'S SPECIALITIES. Q LADIK6' COLOURED SILK TOP-BUTTONED BOOTS, fit like gloves, and give a charming finish to Summer Walking Costumes, „ 'I jiT•" *i LADIB3' POMPADOUR TOP-BUTTONED 1 BOOTS are a new thing. LADIES' GREY-FIGURED SILK-TOPSHOES havenoTor before been introduced to Auck land Society: they are not only tho height o{ Fashion, bat« pleasant and comfortable Shoe for daily use. In addition, to. tho Noveltie are New Gooda in Blue and Black Prunella Bntto-.ed Boots, o, Black Cloth Bottoned Boot. • ltojw,-j«i GENTLEMEN'S CLOTH TOP BOOTB. GENTLKM AN'3 PATENT LE ATEEB BOOTS (extra light). SOFT GLOV.K KID BOOTS, tor tender feet The above Shipment enables F. STEPHENS to Bupply a class of Goods not obtainable any. where else, except London or Pails. musical. '';// •','.',' A UCKLAND MUSIC WAREHOUSE, i QUEEN-STREET. ■~,., | have this day; .disposed of the Auckland jMCbio Warehouse (hitherto carried on undo? the management oC-Mr AitburEadli) to Misssßq J. J. MILNER & CO., who alone have any interest in the business from tH4 data. ' I have very great pleasure in commending Mr ■ ; Milnor to the Musical PubHo \Vh.d' hjttfe' 'so.' ,, lib:era'ly supported the -Warehouse. Hto long oxperianoo aijd inUmate acqu&intsnct),'with th^,,. } Colonial Trade afford a thorough guarantee'!!;" that oil raquitements of the bu3tnsaJ, will ba fully eupplieil, and ouetomcra will rcoclvo every attention. t& All outstanding accounts will be received by Mr Milnor, a', the Muslo Warehouso. Any claim, arising cut of the past buiinesc of tiie Warehouse, must be rendered at onco to the Evi kino Star Office. H. BRBTT.' November 29,1830. ijyiTfl refercnoe to Ithe aboyo.l Msssas. J. J.. MILNBR & CO. beg respeotfuliy to.soUoil; tho patronago of the tublic. It is their intention to spare no efforts to keep up the high position _ attained bythe Auckland Musio WabehoußßV!M Their Mr Munkb (late of the firm ot Milneir and Thompson, of Christchurob) has had npwßrd»_ _ of ten years' cxperinoco in the Colonial Musio Trade; and with the Instruments'and Mnsio speolally seleoted by him, they are confident that the Mnsioal Publio of Auokland will5 hay at their disposal a Stock that for Completeness and Variety, will b8 unappboachjd by that of any other similar Establishment in the Colony,, ... ta. AU letter* should in future be addresse* ■ j. J. Mmraß&Co,,' ; fi :»1 . :■•■ Auckland Muslo Warehouse, , _'_ J, J. MILNER-& CO., BOLE PKOPBIBTORS OF THE AUCKLAND MUSIC WAREHOUSE, Cornor of Queon-Btreot and Vulcan Lane, Auckland. Auctions. mHAMES CATTLE MARKET. BAN.KS&.CO., S i STOCK AND COMMISSION AGEIJTa j. Markef each THUKSDAY, at flielr yard*; ?' Parawai, at2p.m., fo* sale'of Stook of aU^°*" criptiona, Produce, &c, -- Consignees ot Stock can depend"upon every attention being given, good Paddook Acco»mo 1 dation/andPBOMPir AccoontJSALKB., ; . ; .. '"' [Continued (►nE'piirtli, Pgg©.]