TELEGRAMS.

l-fROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.]

HAMILTON, this day. A DISCOURTEOUS COUNCIL.

John Knox waa to-day sworn in as Mayor, one Councillor having., been Srought in from Te Aroha to mako a uorum, the others refusing to act, even the out-going Mayor not putting in an appearance.

RESELL; this day,

The contractors for the Kawakawa rail way extension, apparently, mean to lose no time, as they have already got a gang at v.'drk. The -uanganese miues have over eighty then employed.

IPER U-ttTteD PRESS ASSOCIATION.]

WELLINGTON, this day; CRIME.

At tlie Magistrate's Court Johu Robert son was remanded to Sydney, it being alloged.that he was one of the persons con cerned in the robbery of a sum of money and jewellary there in 18?8, A respectable working man, named John Kcele, who was arrested at Wangandi, was brought up on a cbirgo bf issuiiig valueless cheques in Wel lington and remanded until to-morrow.

EXECUTIVE MEETING. An Executive Meeting was held at noon yesterday, the Governor presiding, but the only business was to change tho place of holding the Wellington Supreme Court from the Provincial Buildiuga, where it was re moved for the Tula trial, back to tho usual Court-house. GOOD TEMPLAR CONFERENCE. The grand lodge of tho Good Templars met again yesterday. The report of the repre sentatives o£ the great intercolonial temper ance conference stated that a deputation had waited oh Mr Berry calling attention to the fact that the Act for closing the public houses on Sunday was violated with impunity. The icsult of the deputation was deemed satisfactory, as the number of drunkards had been reduced. It was decided that the deputation wait on the Government of New Zealand calling atten tion to a similar transgression of the licensing laws in New Zealand. At this evening's meeting, the G.W.C.T. said it devolved on him to present Brother J. W. Jago, P.G.W.C.T., a testimonial of the regard in which he was held by the Templar Order in New Zealand. The testimonial consisted of an illuminated address, accom panied with a handsome watch and chain, and a very chaste tea and colleo servico for Mrs Jago. Many representatives from all jurisdictions testified to the services rendered to the temperance cause by Mr Jago, and the respect and esteem in which he was held. Mr Jago returned thanks for the testimonial. Thtj Temperance Conference .Vas resumed to-day. The officers for the ensuing year were elected, and it was decided that the next session be held at Invcrcargill,

CHRISTCHURCH, this day.

THE TIMARU RIOTS,

In the Supreme Court in banco this morn ing, an appeal against a decision of the lower Court in tho case of the Timaru rioters was argued, Mr Harper for the Queen, and Mr Joynt for the appellants, The appeal was dismissed.

The eclipse of the moon early this morn itig was not visible hearin consequence of heavy clouds. T.S. Weston, formerly District Judge of Westlabd, is about to commence practice here. Cole's circus gave a final performance to a tremendous house last night.

. The Akaroa Regatta yesterday was largely attended, and was a great success. The compositors employed on the " Lyttelton Times," and the " Canterbury Star," have struck, in consequence of a disagreement with the proprietors respect ing payment for certain matter hitherto regarded as " fat,"

DUNEDIN, this day. Judge Williams has obtained leave of absence and proceeds home in March,

INVERCARGILL, this day,

Waste Lands Board has reserved a por tion of Stewart's Island for sale on account of tbo auriferous indications.

The Supreme Court opens on 20lh. The criminal business includes a charge of manslaughter against a doctor, one of beastiality, and two of larceny.

The Visit of the Australian Cricketers.

The date* of the visit of the Australian Cricketers to Auckland has now been definitely fixed, and all uncertainty on the matter set at rest. A telegram was received from Dunedin this morning statiog that the team would leave Mel bourne on the Uth proximo, and play at the various towns on their way up the coast, the match at Aucklaud taking place on the 21st 22nd, and 23rd February. This will give ample time to our local cricketers to practice up for the contest. An effort will will be made to introduce young blood into the team, and we would therefore recom mend those who have distinguished them selves in the manipulation of the ivillow to be regular in their attendance at tbe ground for the next few weeks.

CITY SCHOOL COMMITTEE,

The ordinary meeting of the City School Committee was held last ovening, when the following members were present:—Messrs Gorrie (in the chair), Schmidt, Hewin, Thwaites, McMaster, and Andrews,

Corbespondence. — Letters Irom the Board of Education were read as follows :— (1) Stating that Messrs J. M. Dargaville, J. May, and W..P. Moat would retire from the Board on the 31st Much, 1881, and Di viding for the filling up of the vacancies ; (2) Enclosing appendix to rules and regula tions ; (3) In reference to the cleaning of city Bchools during January, 1881, stating that if the successors declined to pay for tbe clean ing of theschools duringsuch time, the Board would guarantee to pay it and deduct the amount from tbe school board. It also said tbat the cleaning of the Wellesley-strcet school which becomes a part of the Training College and No.mal School, after Decem ber 31st, would in future not be a charge upon the Committee. (4) That instructions had been given for the laying of drain pipes at the High-street school. (5) That the Board would give careful consideration of the enlargement of city schools as soon as circumstances would permit. (6) That leave of absence had been granted to Miss Bra bazon to the Christmas holidays. (7) That the Christmaß holidays had been fixed, and tbat it was not considered expedient to make any alterations.

Leave of Absence.— A request from Mr Worthington, to be allowed to close his school on the 22nd, as he had arranged to go for a week's holiday, was granted.

Fkench Class.—Mr Worthington wrote stating that Mr Martin had drawn his attention to the fact that the Wcllesley street school door bad been forced open by him when the room was unoccupied. He requested that Mr Peltzer, professorof French, be informed that the term for which he had been granted the use of the room would expire on the 13th instant. The request was granted. ASTEONOMloalLecture.—ltwas agreed to recommend the Board to write to Mr Proctor requesting him to give a lecture to the school-children.

The Compulsory Clauses.—A letter was received from Superintendent Thom son stating that Sergeant Gamble has beeu employea during the whole of last week (in plain clothes) making inquiry throughout the city for all boys coming within the operation of the compulsory clauses of the Education Act. The result wan furnished in au appended table. In regard to it the Super intendent remarked :—" I expect that the committee, equally with myself, will be much surprised to find that the number of boys running wild within the city boundaries, without education of any sort, is very much below our most moderate anticipations. I may mention that Sergeaut Gamble's search within the limits ia ques tion was made in a most careful and pains. Uking manner, and extended from the water frontage to Karangahape Road in one direction, and in the other from the western extremity of Freems.n's .Bay to Parnell, including all the wharves, the reclamation pround, &c, and all places adjacent there to." The table of results gave the name of the boy, his age, name of father or mother, residence, occupation, and general remarks on each case. There were twenty-eight cases, and in the large majority the husband or father had deserted, leaving tne family in the greatest straits. Disap pointment was expressed at the result of the officer's search, several of the members averring that they could pick out in one day as many legitimate cases of regular non attendance at school as the Sergeant had in a week. They considered that he had beeu too mild and gentle, and that more rigorous measures would have to be adopted.--Fur ther action, however, was postponed until the re-opening of the school. The remainder of the business was unim portant,

Brett's Auckland Almanac.

[FROM TO-DAY'S "Ht-RALD."]

We have to ncknowleclgo the receipt of a copy of Brett's Auckland Almanac for IS3L This work has now become indispensible to the settler, merchant, and indeed all classes of the people, arid well it might be, for there is a vast amount of useful information packed away within its closeiy printed pages. This year a large amount of fresh matter is incliidbd, and a generally wider scope is given to an account of the colony, as a whole, thdu was attempted iv former issues of this publication. The sum mary of the finances, roads completed, railways constructed, &c, will he Useful to mauy living beyond the limits of New Zealand, for it will save them a large amount of trouble in scatching for the same results among the blue-books issued from the Government press. Besides the usual items of information generally found in this class of publications, a general ac count of tho present state of the Maori people is given in extracts from the reports of the different Native Agents residing in the various Maori districts. A large amount Original work appears to have been done for this number, in which is given the reeiilts of tours made iv many portions of the Auckland provincial district not usually traversed hy tourists, but tlie account bf which is interesting to all who have made, or aro likely to make, this part of tlio colony their future home. Several illustrations of bush scenery aud objects of natural history nro given, which help to make the volume attractive. These ac counts of personal travel aro supplemented by extracts from Messrs Grant aud Foster's recent work ou their tour iri New Zealand, aiid from these many will obtain a know ledge of localities, their appearance, re sources, etc., that they would find a diffi culty in obtaining from any other printed work. That wonder spot of the world— the Hot Lakes in the southern part of this province—arc not neglected, for a very good account appears of what is to be seen, aud how to see it. These astonishing features of nature cannot be made too widely known, for when ence the travelling public begin to realise that the roalities of these spots" sur pass in grandeur and sublimity all tho pen descriptions that man can give, the sooner will the Lake district of Auckland be put on the route of all who travel for plea sure and profit. In these Lake regions wo havo something to show all visitors of which there oan bo no counterfeit and no copy. There is only one defect that the most criti cal would bo likely to find in the whole work. We allude to the time-table tor ISBI of the San Francisco mail service. The defect here is not due to the Editor of the book, but to the action of the Government. Some timo since theGovernmentissuedatimetable prac tically continuing tbe same times of arrival and departure of the mail to and from Auck land as at present, but on Monday last tho post-office authorities here received a "corrected time-table," fixing Monday ns tho day when the mail will arrive in Auck land instead of Wednesday, as at present. It is well the corrected time-table has been issued so soon, as it will enable the Editor to issue a corrected tablo with the copies now to bo sold to the public. Along with the book is issued au excellent map of the province, prepared by Messrs W. and A. Keith Johnston, geographeis and en gravers to the Queen. It is on the sc»le of 18J miles to the inch, a siiio suitable for nearly all the purposes for which a map is used by the general public. [Touching the last paragraph it should be mentioned that Mr Grey, Secretary of Post Offices, having thoughtfully telegraphed advising the change in the mail time-table as soon as it was decided upon, the dates in the time table given in the Almanac wero altered and are correct. The days in the heading, however, were overlooked, and do not correspond with the dates ; the latter are in exact accordance with the new time table.]

Correspondence.

THE PARNELL POST-OFFICE.

(To the Editor.)

Silt,—ln regard to your paragiaph last evening on Post-office for Parnell, I would obseive there is therein a small error and a slight defect. The postmaster's pay has for year 3 been £10, lately £11 per annum. And besides, and extra additional, there has been a contract during latest five years, which, for part of the timo, in full and fair competition I won, for special conveyance hither of scaled mail bags; arriving at 8.30 o'clock and leaving here at 9.15 for town be fore 10 next morning. This particular ar rangement costs about £20 a year. Now all is to be abolished. First arrival in future, as of yore, by hand carrier at 11 or 1 o'clock mid-day, when, as every body knows, every day up here is Sunday. Each letter carrier costs us over a hundred a year. For mc, personally, giving assiduous attention from 7 morning to 9 at night, such pay does not pay; but publicly, or politically, I deem it an error to give first a very fine post institution to Newton, and then to abolish the small but efficient post institute at Parnell. Some suppose thero is a difference between the two representatives. Lot that pass. Your paragraph brought out many indignant remonstrants. A public, common, authorised rendezvous will be missed.—l am, &c,

W. E. Sadler,

THE PATETERE MEMORIAL.

(To tbo Editor.)

Sir,—Tito Patetere memorial breathes a re monstrance to the Governor, as gentle as could be hoped for by the master spirits of the land shark science, and will be as cour teously explained by their leaders to His Excellency by and under the all potent convenience of "native difficulty," and pet. haps the futile arguments of tbe memo* riality, bo waved "a fortiori* political. If successful examples of Ministerial corrup tion and demoralization in previous in stances be considered, this Patetere affair may be considered as one of the outcrops, such, for instance, as the celebrated " Ministerial runs " in the Middle Island, obtained by needy men, who had worked themselves into power by magnificent pro mises and aims for the public good, but eventuating in ends of their own individual fruition, for they systematically kept back hundreds ot wealthy intending settlers, and who left the colony in disgust, with their scores, to hundreds of thou sands of pounds, available for settling in New Zealand, but finding alter a long course of patience, that the choice territories had beon spotted under their very nose, by ministers themselves, who were actually, in a case or two, without the means of dis charging their ordinary household obliga tions. If this successful raid upon the public estate had been nipped in tbe bud, as the attempts of a similar nature were, under the vigorous and responsible surveil lance of our early Governorc, the outcries against attempted land sharking of the pre sent day, would not arouse so continually the indignation of the public. The effect of " the monstrous Ministerial runs," at the time of their abstraction, were predicted to alt'ord demoralising examples for all future Ministers, and temptations to establish for themselves and friends large estates, to tbe utter exclusion of the general welfare ; and it has been evident that members of each successive Ministry have displayed tamperings with the public estate in all kinds of ingenious manipula tions ; and in this northern island the natives have been driven to utter despair in their attempts to understand the labyrinthian manoeuvres of native departments. This Patetere Block appears to have been an irresistible bait to certain Ministers of the present Ministry ; us it has clearly been to certain of the late one, for the foremost champion to uphold Government purchase, when ousted from oliice turned round aud jumped into the leadership of the opposite laud gamblers. The prize certaiuly is large enough for corruptible humanity ; for with a glance at the topographical map, the Plains of Patetere show rich trachytic soil, bear ing dense vegetation, and the northern parts, comprising the eastern slopes of the Whanga range of mountains, which will be required by a large gold mining population in the future, the "range being a continuation of the Aroha mountain, and or the like primitive forma tion. This Patetere Block is too modest a cognomen ; a descriptive one would be that of 300,000 acres of the very heart of the country, and one of the best marketable commodities for Ministerial speculation of a "Sing" nature; and however much the upright classes of the body politic are suffering from manifest "Rings," this ring around the heart of the country should be undisguisedly probed and displayed by all members of integrity in the House at its next sitting.—Yours, &c, Akgus.

' Men shut their doors against a setting sun, it is a very remarkahlo saying, to be found in "Timonof Athenß," and one of the oraoular utterances o£ the great Bard of Avon. I*hei ex pression is a truism. The moment a thing declines, it is dismissed from public favour, Let a man degenerate, and friendship closes its hand against him, aocietyitabooes [him. and he is exorcised, as it were, from, all bis post associations. This contrary condition of things wove" "the high esteem and popularity of Udolnho Wolfed Schiedam Aromatic Schnapps. The gates of all tho marts of the world are open to it.

Sporting.

At a meetihg of Ti-tterSaH's Club last 6ven ing, Mf J, Kirkwood presiding, a nUmbefof toasts were drunk. The Chairman pro posed " The Southern Visiters, coupled with the name of Mr Harris," which was duly honoured and responded to. Mr Harris thought Tattcrsalls would bo beneficial to bookmakers, backers, and the interests of the turf generally. He then proposed the toast of " The Anckland Tattersall's Club," coupled with the nama3 of Mr Kirk wood, President, and Mr Percival, secre tarary. The toast was responded to, and both gentlemen expressed their thanks. The Chairman proposed the health of Mr John Smith, proprietor of the Occidental, and spoke iv high terms of his enterprise and liberality in fitting up the Club room at great personal expense, . and of the interest which he had manifested in the welfare of the Club cenerally,—Mr Smith, in responding to the toast, said he would continue his efforts for the comfort aud convenience of members of the Club.— The Chairman propoposed, "The Owners of Racehorses,'' and Mr Lennard responded. He expressed a hope that Auckland would shortly be able to appoint its own haudi capper. —Tlio following toasts were alao proposed and responded to :—" The Local Bookmakers," by Mr Belcher, responded to by Mr James Poole j " Tlie Press," by the Chairman, responded to by the representa tives present.

BETTING QUOTATIONS.

The following quotations wore issued :—

Auckland Cui\ —Lo Loup, 100 to 10; offered ; Ariel, 100 to 4, oll'orcd ; Lara, 100 to 20, otlcred; Grand Duchess, 100 to 8, offered; Vampire, 100 to 3 offered ; Rewi, 100 to 2, offered; Badsworth, 100 to 5, offered ; Tim Whifiler, 100 to 2, offered ; Louo Baud, 100 to 5, ollcrcd ; Rosarina, 100 to 5, offered ; Libeller, 100 to 8, offered ; Foul Play, 100 to 50, ollcrcd; Betrayer, 100 to 80, offered ; Maid of Honour, 100 to 7, offered; King Quail, 100 to 8, oil'crcd; Gilderoy, 100 to 2, offered; Keuilwotth, 100 to 5, offered; Yatupa, 100 to G, offered ; Ada maut, 100 to 4, offered ; Matauu, 100 to 1, offered ; Golden Crown, 100 to 1, offered,

Doubles, Derby and Cup, Kcuilworth and Kenilworth, 100 to 2, takbti. Steeplechase.—Lone Hand, 100 to 1.0, offered ; Agent, 100 to 50, offered; Mig nonette, 100 to 10 ollbred ; Sportsman, 100 to 25, offered ; Don Juan, 100 to 10, offered ; Jack Shoppard, 100 to 10, ottered; Ghost, 100 to 20, offered.

Tho general entries lor the forthcoming races of the Auckland Racing Club will be received by Mr Percival, Secretary, up to 8 o'clock this evening, at his office.

The meeting of tho Pakuranga Hunt Club, which should have been held to-day, did not take place. There was not sufficient members present to constitute a quorum,

AMBERLEY RACES.

CHRISTCHURCH. this day. At tho Amberloy races yesterday there was a largo attendance and good sport.

Hurdle Hack.—Lunn's Clarence, 1 ; Sheehan's Shark, 2 j Denton's Supple Jack,

3. UUP.—Mason's Randwick, 1 _ Quill's Lady Florence, 2; MacLcan's Doubtful, 3. Northern Handicap.—Mason's Rand wick, 1 ; Williams' Talent, 2; Vallence's Hunting Don, 3.

BERNHARDT INTERVIEWED.

inthkesting developments-her know ledge of English and Various other Things.

I AM, as you well know, tbe most sympa thetic, volatile and affectionate of men. And it is precisely because 1 am so that I sought the pleasuro of au interview with, tho accomplished Sara Bernhardt. Fortuno smiled on me, and I procured the coveted introduction. When we met, Sara's eyes betokened recent weeping, and I at first supposed that Bhe had tired of life. An attendant informed mo that such was not the case however. I was about to speak, Dut being embarassed, tbe lady kindly took the initiative.

" I no speck ze Eenglish lcnkvitch," said the lovely Sara. " Bones yours," said I, pointing to tbo assets of a cbickeu reposiug somuambu listically on a tray. (I will not be certain whether it was a tray or a deuce.) " Bong your, monsieur," responded the divine Sara, with a thrilling smile. Then she trembled dramatically, aud to ascertain if she were cold, aud if I would closo the window, I asked: "Demi semi quiver?" " Vat a funny mans !" she answered politely. She still trembled violently, and it was of course my duty to ascertain why. Any body who has studied French remembers the first exercise in the book.

" Avvy vous lc pain?" I asked. "I am not ze suflishiong hungary," she auswered.

This was probably a joke, and we both laughed heartily ; and the laughing was in creased when I remarked, " No French."

Then Sara turned sidewise and gave me a profile view. I had to look twice to see her. She is rather tall, thin almost to nothing ness, -she has black eyes, which caused a friendly feeling botween us at once, as 1 have often ono (and sometimes two) myself. Her hair is the color of what I suppose is known in French as " brie." Noticing a piano in tho room, 1 asked : " Pianissimo spiel?" The lady excused herself on the plea of be ing tired.andjshrugging her dainty shoulders she Baid : " I am so wearineas."

M'lle.Bernhardt then suggested that as the visitor spoke some English, tbe further conversation should be carried on in that language. " You speka ze Eenglish lenkvich almost so good like Ido myself. Shall we continu ance?"

" Si, Signora," was my delighted assent ing answer. Sarah proved to be very witty. She evidently wished to guy me, for she said she came over on a " sheep—a big, nice Bheep." " Were you seasick?" " We, we, Monsieur. Wnnce, I was sea sickness wance.' It last allze voyage," and she laughed. "You do not appear to havo suffered much." " Zat is a vera funny," she auswered, with a smile. "Does the American style of cooking agree with you 1" She shook her head donbtingly. Being asked how long her engagement would continue, she replied with warmth : "Ohl so many. Ze nice gentlemens of Amerlquc. Zay all want to engage me forzemselveSjbutlcannotmarryjoostalretty. I am too young," and she heaved a eigh, which I heaved back again. It awoke the slender little greyhound that reclined on a pearl-inlaid cushion in a 33,000f. bonnet. He yawned. # " I must really leave," I said. ''But I would caution you before I go. Tbe dog law in the city is exceedingly stringent. Be very careful of your pet, Mademoiselle. Do not let him out of your sight, or he may get pounded. Good day, M'lle Sara." A procession approached the house at this moment, and I remarked, quite mechani cally : " An election procession ?'' "flo," Mademoiselle responded; "my drunks, my costumes, my clothes. Au revoir, monsieur." And tbe interview closed.—-" New York Stai."

THE AUCKLAND EVENING STAR, FitlDAS\ DECEMBER IT.



Municipal Notices. ■<A^mma9m%Smm_mt piTY OF AUCKLAND. TENDERS FOR PAINTING MARKET. The City Council wlil receive tenders as above until 4.30 of THUKSDAY, 23rd hut., ln terms of specifications and conditions, at the office of the CUv Surveyor. Tbe Council do not bind tbem bolv-b to accept any tender. Tenders to be endorsed as above. p P „ ILIPS . Town Clerk. Town Clerk's Office, December 17,1880. Boara ana JrSesidence. OV-ERJN O X BROWNE HOTEL HOBSON-STBEKT Board and Lodging — -• •• --20s per week (■■lngle room) -25b "OOARD AND RESIDENCE. Good Board and Kesidence, In Pleasant and Healthy locality. AT SOS PER WEEK. .__TBoarders have Homo Comforts.*®-, Single Beds. JOHN ~~R R 0 0 X E, EDGAR HOUSE, WYND YARD-STREET, Auckland.



"Wanted. WANTED KNOWN—Tbe Grand Christmaß Advertisement will be found in the Ith column, Ith pago.-W. H. Damftier. WANTED, a respectable Girl about 14 aa Naraemald.—Mra Ivey, City Road. WANTED, a good General Servant.— Apply Star Offloe. WANTED, a respectable Boy.—Apply W. Jonea. Tobacconist, 112, Queen-atreet. WANTED, a Nursemaid.—Apply Mrs Thomas Whitson, Prinoeß-street. W "ANTED, a Boy to make himself use ful in a garden.—Apply this ofllco, WANTED, for Country Hotel, a Smart Boy aa boots and stable man,—Apply Albert Brewery, before ten o'clook to-morrow. TTS7ANTEO, a Youth for the Smiths' V T Bhop, as striker.—Apply to Cousins and Atkin, Coach Builders, KlUott-streot. ANTED, Two or Three Good Dress makers ; also, Apprentices to the Dreaamaklng.—Apply to Milne and Choyce, ANTED, All (particularly thoße who havo got a little caßh), to road J. Green's Advertisement, Ith oolumn, Ith page. \\7"AKTED, for Napier, a pood band TT (aingle yodng man) at Hair Cutting nnd Shavincr.—Apply to Mr Little, Drapery Btore, Unlon-Btroet, Auckland. ANTED, a good Plain Cook, tbree other Servants kept. — Apply Star Office. WANTED, a Nurse Girl, about 12 years of ago.'—Apply Mrs Tomlinson, Draper, Parnoll. ANTED tlio public to compare Wilson, Mottam, & Co.'s,,, AorriqFruit Preserving Tins, with any othor in tho markot. j. Talt, Agont. Factory, Lorne-atroot. ANTED TBND-.1.S for Plougliing about Eighteen Aerosol* Land near tho Whau.—For particulars apply to K. C. Green wood,JjondAgentjJiuoeMitroot. WANTED, immediately, an indoor Man Servant, must bo experienced, and weU recommended.—Mrs Skinner, Nowmnrkot. \'\TANTED, at once, a Good Strong T T Girl, to do general houeowork —Apply to Mrs Moody, Newmarkot-Bti oet, Newmarket. ANTED, a Strong acttvo Lad ; must ho a good milker, and mako biuißolf nsoful on a f arm.-Apply to tho Auckland Dairy, Hobsoiißtroet. , W"- ANTED, Two Respectable men as Boardors £1 per week ..washing in cluded).-Mrs Ford, Grey-streot; noxt Mrlln dell. dentist. ANTED, Carpenters, with tools, to morrow morning. Sharp quarter to 8. Good hands only.—Union Sash and Door Co, Mechanic's Bay. ___, WANTED, by nn elderly lady, one or two Boardors with quiet habits, in a healthy locality; single rooms, with overy con venience; terniß 20apor week (inoludlng wash ing.)— ApplyatAltenJlo^.^AltenJtoad. \\ FAN TED TO BENT, a Good, Pretty, V 7 and Comfortablo H0u;o, of not less than blx rooma, situated olthor in Parnoll, Re muera, City E_Bt, or Grafton.—Apply to J. 11. Tompaon, Auokland College. , WANTED KNOWN- A Special Line of Magnificent Fichus ond Loco Jackets to ho clearod out at the prico of import duty, at Somorlleld and Leck'a Choap Solo, WANTED, Orders tor Trousers to measure 13a 01; Trouaora and Vest, 25a; Bult. 55a. Marvollous valuo at Phillips's Mart, 170, Queen-atreet, WANTED, a Kitchen Boy, about 15 years of ago; must be ahlo to milk a cow.-Apply to Mrs G. W, Owon, Shelly Beach Road, Ponßonby. _^ WANTED, Everybody to do tbeir own Painting, and buy Atkinson and Co's ready mixed paint, the beßt and ohoapost in Auokland.—Atkinßon and Co., Freeman's Bay. ANTED KNOWN, that you can Dress well for a small weekly payment by going to Munro & Milligan. Sco advertlse ment In front page. \I7ANTED, to Inform Customers that Vl Lamb will bo from 2s Od por quarter roast, Beef Id. SiUßages Id. Legs Mutton Id, Prime Corn and Boiling Beef 3d, German Sau- Bago 6d; Poultry, &C-B. Hume, Bu.o_.or, Queon street; WANTED TO SELL, Twenty Dozen Maids' and Girlß' Trimmed Hats, in all tho newest colours, at 2 and 2s 6d, worth 7s 6d; 500 long White Ostrich Feathers, at 0s and 7s 6.1, worth 10a od.—To bo had at W. Kyro'a Cheap Kid Glove Houao, Vlctorla-atroet. ANTED, Christmas Card Purchasers to call and inspeottho Beautiful Asaort ment at C. W. uoodson'a. 7,500 just roceivod from London, and offered at marvelloualy low pricdß, commencing at Id each. All now stock. —111, Queon-street. WANTED KNOWN, tbat J Morri son, ABphaltor, has Removed to his New Yard Custom-Houso-Btroot Wost, between Hobson and Nelson-streets. Asphalting at tonded to on tho shortest notioo. Also, a Largo stock tf Firewood, cut and uncut; wholesalo and retail. WANTED tbo Public to Know, that Wendol's oxcollont Winks-a really splendid drink for thn -iimmor-can now bo obtained at tho Manufactory, Symondß Btrouf, and ot all the Hotola in Auokland. Prlzo modal ot Sydnoy Exhibition, and testimonials from all tho loading medical men of Auokland. Prico, per bottle, 2s 6d. WANTED KNOWN, that D. Goldie is prepared to sell .ill kinds of Building and other Timber, including Hardwood, Spokes, Felloes, Iron-Barkand Blue-Gum Shafts, Blocks, Palingß and Shingles, at his Yards, Lower Albcrt-streot, near Dock, at tho lowost cash prices. Tbo timber, being undor cover, ia better than that purchased elaewhoro. ANTED, Admirers of the Beautiful, Purchasers of the Uneful, and Students of tho Economical, to call and inspect the Goods just received per s.s. 'Durham,' from London, nt tho Novelty DepOS, 111, Quoen-strcot. Evory articlo ia marked in plain figures, at prices hitherto unknown in Auckland. Tho great variety and novelty of goods render them especially adapted for Christmaß and New Year Presents, C. W. GOODSON, Opposito Tonka's Mart vy A N TE I) KNOWN. To Aii in Want of Money.—L. H Neu megon is prepared to advonco tho same on personal or any other security, repayable by Weekly Instalments.—Note tho address: 165, Queen-street, opposite the Savings' Bonk. AN±ED~KNOWN,that the NewZea landTimberCompany(Lirait)d),havinK Purchased tho Business and Premise* of Meesrß Carlaw & Co., aro now offering oil thoir Btock at Greatly Reduced Rates, Tho whole must bo cleared off by the 31at instant. All orders will bo promptly attended to by Mr John Carlaw, lote Carlaw & Co, at tho New Zealand Timber Company's temporary premises, Custom-houec- Btr\:6t West. WANTED, every person about to Build or requiring Building Material n large or small quantitleslto. call or| send tholr orders toltho AUCK.LAND TIMBER COMPANY (LIMITBD). By aid of new and high-class Machinery, evory description of Building Materials manu factured of a qnality, and at prioes, hitherto unknown in the Colony. Trial solicited. Prioes to meet the times. Hpcolal advantaiies for cash. —Works : Custom-house-street West. Office: Cußtom-house-Btreet Eaat, near Wharf. ANTED, the General Public to give their orders in early for those Grand First Prize Ales and First Prize Stouts, Auck land 1880, although our Btock is largo, we can not guarantee to be able to supply Tate ordo'B. first ordered first served, delivered in town and suburbs.-Bunkall and Bros., opposito United Service Hotel, Wellesley-street West, Auckland. Orders per Post will meet with quick dispatch. WANTED KNOWN, Stationery at ITT English prices; Ruled Note Paper 1 (cream laid), 2d por quire; Envelopes. 2d per packet; Foolscap and Letter, 9d por quire all kinds of Fancy Note Paper and Envelopes; Mourning Stationery, Account. Pass, and Pocket Books, Pons, Penoll^, Bibles, Albums, Sec, Sec, at prices before unknown in Auokland; a few Bobs Puzzles left, at Is; the Game of Trevole, la 6d; Tom Thumb Printing PreßS, 8s; Climax Dater, 30s; Automaton Pencil Stamp, 7s 6d ; the Initial Rubber Stamps, Is each, with Pad and Ink for marking linen or I stamping paper or envelopes. Supplied at 1 Goodson's, 111, Queen-street.— Observe the Address. ■ . WORKING MEN ! !-Plenty of Good Tea at the T Pot for Is 6d per lb; a good Sugar at Id; Rice, 2Jd; Corn Flour, 6d; Can dles (full weights), lOd; Steneless Jams, K.B. (the best brand), only 7d; Marmalade, 8d; French Prunes, 7d; New Dates, Od; Very Fine Preserved Ginger, la per tin; Yorkshire Relish. 7*d por bottle: Bloater Paste, -d; Smoked Cod Roes, 91; Kippered Herrincrs, la; Goodall, Blackhouae and Co. b Potted Ham, Tongne. Beef, Straaburg, Mixed Game, Pheasant, Partridge, only 7d per tin; Pigs Jowls, reduced to 3d.— F. Hewln and Brother. Qneen-Btreet 11/ ANTED, to Sell (cheap), lot of VV Leather Machine Needles, only Id doz; Christmas Cards, 6d doz; lot of China Dolls, 6d to 13s oach; 3-feet long Dress Dolls, 6d to Is 6d; Largo Boxes of Paints, with Brushes, only 8d; Riding Whips, 9d; Babies' Feeding Bottles, with two Brushes, only 9d; Plates, 1 and 5; Jugs, Ito the set, only 4s 6d; Jugs, 3to tho set, ■ia; Brown Teapots, lOd to 2s: Black Teapots, to 3a; Brown Teapots, with metal lids, 2s Od to. b ; Tart Tina, 1 for 6d, 9 for Is; Yellow Pio Dishes, 8d to Is 3d; Tea, 2s lb, 18s box; Lomon Peel, Is | 6dlb; Light Blue. 8d lb; Harpor Twelvotrees Waahings, only 6d doz; Clothoa Pogs, i dozen for Od, la 3d a gross; Poison Cornflour, 3d lb; Wineglasses. 6d eaob, 5a doz; Tumblers, 5s doz: tho Victor Knife and Scissors Sharpenor and . Glass-cutter, only 9d; Small Tray.,ls; Hauc9 7d bottle ; Baßlnp, 3d to 6d; lot ot Largo Pictures, Is each, 3 for 2s 6d; Spectacles, Is r>a'r, 3 pairs I for 2s 6d; Epsom Salts, Id por dozen packets; Chambers,2aand2s6d: CblnaDolls'Heads,Bdtois each; Wire Naila, 14'bs in a paoket, only 2a 6d; Plaid Matches, 61 and7d doz; Glass Salt Cellars, 4d; Government. ißin'ecting Powder, for taking away all kinds of smells, only 6d lb; Tar Soap, for sick rooms, 5 cakes for 6d; Onions, 2d lb, , 71ba for Is; Nest Eggs, 5 for 6d; China Egg Cupa, only 2d each,—H. WATTS, Pitt-street. WANTED arIOWS, from 9 a.m. to 9 . p.m. daily, the Koh i-nor—tho most bril liant illumination in Auckland-is to be seen at C. W. Goodson's, 111, Queen-Btreet, where, in addition to the varied assortment of new goods (all imported within tbelost six months), ospecisl consignment haß been jußt received suitable for 'Xmos and New Year's presents. The trade motto being, "Small profits and quick returns," or, " A nimble 6d better than a slow Is."—Wat ches: Waltham, key and keyless; Geneva, Alluminium, Silver, Gill, and Metal Cases, from 30a; French-American Clocks and Alarms, com priaing: Eight-day and KeyleßS French. Kllinti cal Carriage, Jokers, Peepo'-day, Carriage Alarms, Prince. Princess, Nutmeg, La Belle, Pirate, Wheel, Banner. &c, &c, from 7s 6d, ex cellent time-keepers, and handsome in appear ance. Fresh arrival of Potosi Silver Gooda, being white all through (not plated), wearing equal to silver. Forks, Spoons, Caps. Castors, Cruets, Waiters, Napkin Rings, &c.; Gold and Silver Jewellery; Alluminium. Gilt nnd Silver plated, in Brooches and Sets, Studs. Rings, Soli taires, Necklets, &c.; Monogram Veata Boxes; Kicking Mules. 80-peeps; Elephant nnd Dog Inkstands; Table and Pocket Cutlery in great variety; knives and Forks, from 7s per doz.; Covers, from 4s 6d per pair; Pocket Knives, from 6d; Sycamore Bread Platters, from 2s 6d; Knives, from Is 6d; Butchers Knives. from9d; Scissors, from is, at Goodson s (opposite Tonk's Mart), 11, Queen.Btreet,



"Wanted. WANTED, Working-men and Others to know that everyone who spend* 5s With A. Bettany in the City Market to-morrow will stand a good chance of getting a £1 baok for the outlay. See the other advertisement in the local colnmns.—A.B, ANTED KNOWN.-The Tom Thumb Printing Press is a splendid Present for tho Juveniles at Chriatmas-tide. Price,. 7s 6d, at C. W. Goodson's, 111, Qtieen street. . WANI4ED. — Ask fop Waite's Fruit Preserving Tins; and see you getthem. Sold by all Ironmongers, and at the Factory,' Fort-street.—H. Waite. Wholesale Tinsmith. WANTED KNOWN, that Thomas Steadman, of tho Auckland Seed Depdt, next the Union Bank, Qaeen-street, can supply Fiji Maize, from 2a 3d to 2a Gd per bushel; also, good Tablo Potatoes, from is to 18 6d per cwt. WANTED KNOWN.— Ladies and Children's Hats, lOd to Is 3d; Trimmed do, from Is 0d; Ladles' well-trimmed Hats, at low prices; Bonnets, 9s Od ; good aasortment ot Cheap Flowers; Children's Oxford Shoos, from 4s Od. Ladles will do well to inspect the above. — Mrs Whitehead, Millinef^^Newton. WANTED KNOWN, that the Cheapest House in Town for good Boots and f-hoes of all sorts and Blzes is tho Cheap Boot Shop, oorner of Queen-street and Markot En trance. Como one, come all. No credit to poy for. Large stock. Must sell. ■\*TANTEb KNOWN, that E. Carr V T ud Son have to hand Building Timber ib Kauri and White Pine, Shingles, House Blocks, Palingß, Posts. Ralls, and Firewood in their Yard, Custom-houflo-street West, opposite end of Hobson-Btreet. N.B.—The increasing demand for White Pine has induced them to arrange for a constant supply. WANTEO, North Shore Excursionist to coll at Mrs Foster's Luncheon Rooma (Two,doors from the Flagstaff Hotel), where thoy can be accommodated with Tea and Coffee at any houv. Every attention paid to tho oom fort of Visitors. Chops and Steaks. Straw borrlos during the season. Apartments to Let. Private Board and Residence. Torms moderate. Plcnlo Portlos supnllnd at twelve hours notice. HAUKAKI PUMPING AND DRAIN AGE COMPANY (LIMITED). WANTKD-An experienced Engineer to tako charge of this Company's Pumping Machlnory, undor tho Manager, Mr Comer, Salary, £1 Is por week. Ho will havo to take one Bhif t. Applications, with references, to ho forwarded to the undorslgnod not later than noon of WEUNEsIJAY, 22nd inßt. JAMES STODART. Shortland Btroot, Auckland, December 10,1880. Tendera. OUBLIC WORKS OFFICE. ARCHITECTi~BRANCH. Wellington. 19th Novombor, 1880. Tendors aro lovltcd for tho Erection of Post and Telegraph Offioe at Kamo, County. Whan garei. Qonoral Conditions, Specifications, and Drawings may bo seen at tho Publio Works Office, Architect's Bianoh, Wellington; at tho Publl-Worka Offloo ot Auckland and Whan garol. Tendors addressed to the Hon. tho Minister for Publio Works, and marked outside " Tender for Post and Telegraph Offloe, Kamo," Will bo received at tho above Offloo up to Noon of BATUKDAY. the 18th day of Dooomber, 1880. Tolegraphio tonders will bo received, provided the original tondor and deposit aro lodged -with tho nearoßt Distriot Engineer at tho tlmo abovo specified. The lowost or any Tender not neoeeßarlly oo oopted. By command, P. V. M. BURROWS, Arohlteot, P. W. INDUSTRIAL HOME, HOWE STREET, AUCKLAND. Tondors will bo recelvol by Mr A. Stewart till noon of TUKSDAY, 28th instant, for the following articles j— Hardwood Firewood Taupiri Coals Best Oatmeal Ecst Flour Best Sugar Rico Pearl Barley Household Soap Treacle Soda Coffee Bread, por 21b loaf, best quality Meat, best quality. For tho Committee, I JOHN STICKLEY, Manager. T^-OTICE TO CONTRACTORS. Tenders are required for the Construction of a Wooden Bridgo over the Tarahoru River, at Gisborne. Maps and Plans, subjoct to an addition of a swing, similar to that used in the Napior Bridgo, oan now be eeon at tho offlco of Messrs Winter and Hay. Engineers and Surveyors, Gishorno. Final Plana and Spcciflcst'ons will be ready for Inspection not later than the 21th Decembor. Tondora must bo lodged at tho Offloe of tho Engineer, not later that 12 a.m., on MONDAY, the 3rd of January. A preference will bo givon to tho co_jßidoratlon of all tendors which guarantee tho completion of tho Bridge boforo tho 15th of April. All Information can be obtained on application to tho Engineers or at my offloe, Gisborne. The lowest or any tender will not newsiarily he accepted. w . j, KEES , Gisborne. TENDEKB tor t|c fii-ection of a School and Teacher's Dwolllng at Dargaville will be received by the Education Board, Wyndham street, Auckland, until noon of TUESDAY, tho 4th January, 1881. Plans and specification at tho Offlco of tlie Board, and on application to tho Chairman of the District School Committeo, Dargaville. mO TENDERERS. The Timo for receiving Tenders for the Erec tion of a Teacher's Dwelling, at Dargaville, iB Kxtondod until noon of TUESDAY, the Ith January, 1881. 'T> E N D E R S. Tendors will be received np to 4 p.m. on TUESDAY, the 2lßt, for the ereotion of Gal vanised iron Fencing in the City Road. Specifications at our offlco, Queon street. EDW. MAHONEY & SON, Architects. m O BUILDERS. The lime for receiving Tenders for the Erec tion of Brlok Shops, ln Hobson-Btreet, is ex tended to 12 o'clock on TUESDAY, tho 21st inst. Plans, &c, at our offices, Queen-streot. EDW. MAHONEY & SON, Architects.' STONE WALL.—Tenders for Carting 20 or 30 Chains received on Monday next, December 20.— J. W. Carr, Three Kings. TENDERS will be received for Labour and Nails for a Four-roomed Houso, until 10 a.m. on TUESDAY next. Plans may be Reen on the ground, at the rear of Mount Edon Baptist Chupel. Tendors to be left with Mr Gladding, Mount Eden Store. TO BUILDERS.—Tenders will be re reived until noon of THURSDAY, the 23rd instant, for the Erection of a House at Mount Eden. Plans, &c„ to be seen at No, 10, South British Chamberr.—Edmund Bell, Arohi teot. urapery. TAST FEW WEEKS OF THK G C S R H A EEL A A E T P 1 DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP ON THE 31ST DECEMBER. THE WHOLE STOCK MUST BE CLEARED I pREAT SACRIFICES / /^l-EAT OACRID-ICES I tsr During tne remainder of the Salo we intend to SLAUGHTER tho Balance of the STOCK at Prices UNPRECEDENTEDLY LOW: and those who wish to make their Summer Purchase advantageously should make it a point to INSPECT THE BARGAINS I QOMER FIELD & T ECK, DRAPERS, CLOTHIERS, AND OUT FITTERS, 134, Queen-street.



TO Lie... TO LET, In Ponaonbv, a Four-roomed Cottage. Rent Bs.-Apply to W. Foley, grocer, Hotuon-Btroet. U LET, Two New Shops and Dwelling houses in Mount Eden Road.—Apply Mrs Jack, Symonds street. t f\o LET, In Domain-street, a Six-roomed J House; rent, lfia a-week.—Apply Star Office^ rilO LKT, Kussell-street, Ponsonby, a JL Hoase of six-rooms, nioe garden and every convenience—R, Home. Shortland-st. TO LET, in Conquest Place, Parnell, two- Five-roomed Cottages.—Apply S. Meekan. Parnell Rise. _____ TO LET, in the suburbs, a good Genera-. Store, doing a good business; Btoek at valuation. Present ocoupier returning home.— Address, " I," -Star Office. O LET, Furnished Bed and fitting Rooma, uae ot kitchen; every convenience. —Mrs Banks, Victoria-atreet, fourth houae from tho Old House at Home TO LET, 4-roomed Cottage, nearly new ; largo cistern and every convenience; Mount Roskill Road.-Apply to Moriey and White, Eden Terrace. 0 LKT, Ordinance Ville, Ponsonby, Harbour View ; handsomo residence ; i register* ; 6 sets Venetians; bay window; wash house, &c—Apply K. Shillington, Free Library; or, W. Head, Market. OUSE TO LET.—To Let a 4-roomed Cottage, upper end of West Queen-street, near to Hobson-airoot North.—apply to J. Flnlay, corner sliop West Queen and Chapel Streets. T^~o R T II C O T E. TO LET, for a term, Mr Tunny's Residence, Stokos' Point; six large rooms, grounds beauti fully laid out, ahd delightful view. R, HORNE, Shortland-street. For Sale. IJ.OR SALE ja rare cnanco for a poor J man, as It must be sold), 161 acres Choice Country Land, situated in tho Parish of Puke atua, Connty of Eden, in the Wainui High way Diatrlct. Tho property la nicely Bituated, commanding an extensive view. Itfrontstwo maia roads, and settlers' farmß not far distant, and adjoins Mr Scott's farm. Tho wholo country around is valuable proporty, ond rising in value. Tho whole iB nleared, and is nearly all level. Tho abovo is offered at 7s 9d per acre.—Apply to Carbines and Lusher, Auctioneers, Queen street. . _ JjrtOß SALE, or To Let, a First-rate H BußlnoßS In Waikato. Stook atavalua tion if required.-Apply to L. D. Nathan & Co. OR SALE, Foundry Fixtures and Fittings, with all requirements, of tho deceased Richard Danco at Onehunga; must bo sold.—Apply on the premises at Onehunga. OR SALE, in Ponsonby, near main rofld, Now Verandah Cottago, four rooms, with ono or thrCo allotments, fenoed. Price, £200 0ry2255 rospectiveiy.-D. F, Evans, Estate Agent. ITIOR SALE or Lease, in Albert-street, a F Large Building, lately fitted up as rt restaurant, with largo cellar; would make a good warehoußo.-Apply to H. Partington, House and Land Agent, Stichbury's Buildings, Queen- Btreet, IJIOR SALE a large Two-storey Work- I 1 shop; well-built; roofed with corrugated iron; suitable for a bjot or brußh factory, or cabinetmaker's shop, &o„ &c.; frontage 65 feot by 75feet; froohold allotment. Near the Post Ofllco, Karangahape Road, Newton.—Apply H. Surman, Fruit salesman, Karanghapo Road, ITIOR SALE, in Newton, near Fairburn's V property, a very nice House of 5 rooms, workshop, fowl-bouse, tank, well, pump, good garden; oil in drst-olaes order, and in good position. Only £210.-D. F. Evans, Estate Agent, 74, Qneen-Btreet. nun CASH, balanco at 7J per oont, two X/IOV Dwelling Houses ond Shop, in a prin cipal street. clobo to Queen-stroet. Allotment, 35 x 82. Price, £525.—a. Vaile, House and Land Agent, Shortland-street. PO lA-HOUSK containing four large rooms *M*v and scullery; good well, tank, &0., with freehold Allotment: conveniently situated, within flvo minutoa' walk from Queen-Btreet,- S. Vaile, Houae and Land Agent, Shortland atreet. ___-_— CO en—TWO Shops and Dwelling Houses, JJ^iO l. -with Kreohold Allotments, situated next tho Termlnuß Hotel, Onehunga.- S. Vallo, Houso and Land Agent, Shortland-street. oncis-Neat Cottago of 1 rooms, fitted with M&tiO Cupboards, Oven, Stove, 2 Tanks; alao, now outhouße, 14 x 12, Seo., and allotment 33 x j :■; 20 minutoa from Post Office.—S. Vaile, Houae and Land Agent. Shortland-streot. _?QQH—SUBURBAN KKSlDENCEof7_ooms, XiJOV -yvitu stable and other out-buildings, together with nearly 1 acres of land, planted with fruit nnd ornamental trees; commands a good water view, and has facilities for Bea bathing; about li miles fiom Post-offlce.—B. Vallo, House and Land Agent, Shortland-street. "ni ►rj-_HOI.SE of 5 rooma, dairy. Bheds, cis B*i3 tern, tank, &0., together with nearly 3 acres of volcanic land, fenoed, and in grass garden, &o.—S. Vailo, House and Land Agent Shortlaod-BtreeL KOCERY, TEA, AND PROVISION BUSINESS.—For Disposal, a Capital Businoss in a leading thoronghfare. Cash re turns, £25 a week, and could be largely in creased. An excellent opportunity for on active man or woman. Small bonua include gas, fittings and iliturOß. Stoct at a valuation. Open to the striotest Investigation.-Apply to A. H. Nathan, Lower Queen-Btreet. |^.01t SaLE-ON EASY TERMS. Tho SHOP and DWELLING, known as CHRISTIES' STORE, opposite the WHARF, WHANGARKI. Apply to vv * R. THOMPSON, Auctioneer, Wiiakoarei, TH O R BALE, CHOICE BUILDINGALLOTMENTS BEiiGKOVis Estate, Situated ln EDEN TEKKACE, SUBURBS OF AUCKLAND. Plan at Moriey & White's. For particulars apply to ..,„,, CHRISTOPHER BAILEY, Mount Eden Road. TTIOR SALE, AT COST PRICE, AN ASTRONOMICAL TELESCOPE, with flvc-inch Object Glass "in the clear," mounted as transit Instrument on massive brass trumicon stand, also with Cooke & Sons' No.'-9 Equatorial Mounting. St_r Finder, Dew Cap, Battery of one terres trial, and six Astronomical Eyo Pieces. E. PORTER & CO., QUEEN-BTREET, AUCKtAND. CI O R tt A L E 1 "CALEDONIAN"ENGINE, lOJin. Cylinder. 1 "SOHO" ENGINE, 6}in. Cylinder. 1 " HORIZONTAL"! ENGINE, sld. Cylinder. 2 " STEAM L AUNOH " ENGINES, _Jln. Cylin der, fitted with Link Motions. 1 " WINDING " ENGINE, 7in. Cylinder, fitted with Link Motions. TUBULAR BOILERS, Vortical or Horizontal, 1 WOOL PRESS, Screw, 7ft, 6in. x 3_in. diameter. 1 PAIR TWIN POILTCRS and Mountings Complete, 20 H.P. Nominal. R. H. YEOMAN, ALBERT BOILER WORKS. IT. O R SALE, ? ON LIUERAL terms, To Clos- a Partnership Account: The Clipper Schooner 'AfiBATRO3S,' 77 tona register; carries large cargo, light draught of wator HOUSK, . Jeafleld View Road. 9 rooms HOUSE, Upper Pitt-street, 6 rooms, large allotment 82 aores LAND, Waipipi. Waiuku:|Allot ment 250 2SI acres LAND, Waikato River. C. A. HARRIS. 7, South British Insurance Buildings, December 6,1880. El O R SALE. FINE FARM AND GOOD FLAX MILL. Good Flax Mill, with water-power capable of driving any amount of machinery, together with fino Farm of 200 acros of alluvial land unsurpassed in quality, with over 1,000 tons tof very line Flax, and abundance in tho neighbourhood, fhis property is nearly all fenced and subdivided, and in culti vation, Thoro ia a nico new house of 7 rooms, with large Barn, Gordon, and Orchard. It is only 10 miles distant irom Auckland, and has railway communication, with good roads, along with water carriage for Produce to railway Btation.—Apply to George Fraßer, or J. C. Anderson, No. 6, South British Insurance Buildings. VILLA SITES, CAMPBELLVILLE, PONSONBY. Mr John C A-UPbki.l- has instructed the under- Bigned to dispose of all hia Choice Villa Sites aa above. These allotments, having a large frontage to Ponsonby and Shelly Beach Roads, Curran, Emmett, and Sarsfield Btreets, are unsurpassed for position, viow of harbour, size, &c. The allotments aro marked off on the ground. Prico and terms on application. DIGNAN & ARMBTRONG, 1 and 5, Imperial Chambers, Vulcan Lane. /~K N SALE. 1 BOAT (Clinker Built) MAST SAILS, and OAUSlcomplet .Apply to J. CRAIG, FORT-STREET. , TBI U A X X J. V JS, A PER 'OCEOLi,' 300 Tons VICTORIAN COMPANY BONE DUST. CLARK AND GANE, FORT-STREET.



Public Notices, /CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. For Charter I For Excursions! The Steamer ' Comerang' hiving the most commodious deek room of any Bteamer leaving this port. Apply to ALFRED BUCKLAND, Agent. T> U B L I C NOTICE- Tho Trafflo on Oakloy Creek Bridge, on the Groat North Road, between Point Chevalier and Whan District Board, will be closed from Monday, the 20th, to Tuesday, tho 21th, R. GARRETT, Chairman Point Chevalier Highway Board. TOYSI TOYS! TOYS! For Girls and Boys.—J. Williams haa Just Opened Up a lot of Fresh Toys direct from the makers, whioh he intends to sell cheap, iv the Markot, on Christmas Eve. Fathors and mothers, don't forget your child ren on Christmas Eve. Aleo, a large lot of Boxes of Toys, cheap. J. WILLIAM?, AUCKLAND MARIf E T (Queen-street Entrance). TDONSONBY HIGHWAY DISTRICT " THE DOG REGISTRATION ACT 1880." Notico is hereby Rivon that the Ponsonby Hall, Ponsonby, is the office appointed for registering Dogs in the Ponsonby Highway District, and that MR WILLIAM GULLIVER Is appointed Registrar under tho above Act, from whom all particulars may be obtained. The Registrar will attend at the Ponaonby Hall, between the hours of 9 and 10 a.m.. and 7 and 8 p.m. daily, for registering dogs and issuing collars, T. SBDDON EVANB, Chairman. Ponsonby, 15th December, 1880. DON'T iriox a chanco of getting one of Bettany's Substantial Prize Gifts TO MORROW, Yon will havo nothing to rose, and sinco sorflo muet gain, why not you? See the particulars in local columns. iirrORTHCOTE ANNUAL BALL will J_X be h«d in Northcote Hall, Stokcß's Point, on FRIDAYTUeoember 31,1880. Single Tickets, 3s; Double, ss. A Boat will leave the North Shore Ferry at 8.30 p.m., returning at 1 a.m. |U*OTICE OF REMOVAL. MRS HODSON, MILLINER, Has removed from Vincent-street to Upper Queen-street, facing tho Army and Navy Hotel. JOHN SOPPET, HOUSE, LAND, & GENERAL COMMISSION AGKNT, Opposito H.M.'e Custom-honso, Fort-street, Auckland, Has Always fob sale: Large Blocks of LAND FARMS, both Improved and otherwise Also, HOUSKS, COTTAGES, &c, On Most Reasonable Terms. TAEVONPOR T HALL. MONDAY, DECEMBER 20TH, 1880. Musical and Dramatic ENTERTAINMENT. in Aid of The North Shore Rowing Club. Front Seats, 2s; Back Seats, Is. Doors open at 7.30 p.m. Kntertainmont to commence ot 8 o'clock. mHE KOH - I NOO R. CIENCING! FENCING ! FENCING I I can do all kinda of Fencing at lowor prices ban anybody. Hero's tho proof: Best Hobarton Paling Fence, 58s; Heart Kauri Posts and HaUs, and Kauri Palings. 15s; Puriri Posts and 3 Hobarton Rails. 41s; ao Kauri, 31s; Wire Fence (5 wires), 20s; Top Rail, 255; Puriri Posts, Hobarton Top Kail and 5 wires, 335. Other kinds equally cheap. The materials and work of bfcst description. Large stool of Posts and Ralls for tale, at low prices. Posts bored and morticed, and rails dressed on groond. SAM. WHITE, Fencer, Custom-house-street. BEAUTIFUL Books of New Zealand Ferns for everyone, 10a. instead of 20s, daring tho Holidays.—Tho Fern DopOt, 5, Adamß's Arcado, Upper Queea-street, Anck land, AY OF ISLANDS COAL COMPANY (LIMITED). NOTICE TO CU6TOMEKS, On and after the Ist January, 1881, a Cer tificate, stating the exact quantity of coal put on board, will be given by the Shipping Master to tha Master of every vessel loading coal from tho Kawakawa Colliery. Customers and the general Public, when purchasing cargoes of coal or paying freight thereon, are recom mended to do so only in accordance with the quantity stated in this Shipping Certificate. By order of the Board. HENRY GHjFILLAN, JUN., Seoretary. Auckland, December 10,1880. CHRISTMAS CHEER—If you really like a cup of good Tea, try my "Vory Rich Deep Brown Tea," at 3s per lb, or 6lbs for 16s 6d; New Currants, 7d par lb; Eleme Raisins, off stalk, |8d; Sultanas, dressed, 8d; Mixed* Peel, Is 6d; New Figa.lortre boxes, 2s: Barcelona Nuts, 9d; Wine Blfcuits, by tho tin, 9d; New Potted Moats, New Carry, Now Jellies, Jordan Almonds, &c; Ship Store Treacle, Id; Shlo Store Dried Apples, 6_d; Cornflour, 6d; Stlad OU (job), Bd; Rico. 2Jd; 5.000 Cigars (something Ant), 3 for Ib; Honey, 6d; Virginia Tobacco, Is 9d (less to the trade); 450 boxes Choice Teas, 20s, 23a, 255, and 27s per box; lilts bag McGilTs Best Oatmeal, 2s 3d; Company s No. 1 Sugar, 20s per bag: Limejulce. lOd.-Fredk. Whitehead, Victoria-street, Auckland. • TERMS-CASH. rrvo LEATHER MERCHANTS, BOOT L AND SHOE IMPORTERS, AND OTHKRS. The undersigned begs to inform the trade that he continues to ship all descriptions of Goods in thoir line, and, from his intimate knowledge of the Colonial and English markets, is in a position to offer special advantages to Importers in their business relations with Eng land, not obtaiaablo through any other channel. References: Bank New South Wales. J. W. HO ARE, WonCESTBR Pabk, Malden, SORHEY. [HSTAHLIBHED 1860] CB. SMITH, . Next Thistle Hotei, Quebn-streut, FRUITERER, GREENGROCER, Etc. Shipping and Families Supplied on the Shortest Notice. Poultry of all de?criptions always on hand—not murdered ; prepared day or night. FT.HE TCEW "DHOTOGRAPHY. INSTANTANEOUS PICTURES! MARTIN &~ PARTINGTON, PHOTOGRAPHIBTS, Market Entrance, Queen-street. i Mr Josiah Martin having made Bpeolal study at the Royal College ot Chemistry, London, of the Latbbt Improvements in Rapid Photo graphy by the Gelatine-Bromide process, has entered into Partnership with Mr W. H. T. Partington (late with M*ssrs Hemus and Hanna and Mr Bartlett), and wiU Open their new Por trait Gallery in a few days. ... The great success which has attended these new Dry Plates in Europe and America has established their superiority, and produced quite a hevolotion in Photography. The most beautiful Pictures, preserving tho Natural Attitude and Expression of the sitter. can now be taksn in scarcely one second of time, end without any delay in preparation. Children's Portraits and Family Groupa, can be photographed in aa inßtant, without the least constraint. For Out-door Photography this process has superior advantages. Picnic Parties, Portrait Groups and Views, also Photos, of Horses and other animals, will be taken on tho shortest notice. WILL OPEN IN A FEW DAYS. "PARTNERSHIP NOTICE. Mr Joseph Partington has this day withdrawn from the firm ot Partington Bros., Millers. The business will in future bo carried on by Me6srs C. F. Partington and E. R. Partington, under the same name or style; Dated this Ist day ot December, 1880. C. F. PARTINGTON. E. K. PARTINGTON, J. PARTINGTON. WITH reference to the above, I will carry on business as Miller at tho Wind mill, Symonds-atreot. . , Bo; t Brands of Flour always on hand. Grist ing, Crushing, &c„ at lowest; rates. J. PARTINGTON. TF DLL BROTHERS, HAVE NOW LANDING, E* 'FAMENOTH' AMD 'LOCH COON, 1,200 PACKAGES, Consistingof GROCERIES AND OILMEN'S STORES, AND HAVE FOR SALE AMERICAN RANGES AND STOVES BARBED STEEL FENCING WIRE DOUGLAS PUMPS, LAWN MOWERS CORNSACKS. GRINDSTONES, OIL STONES, &c„ &c„ &c. , Agents for J. Craig & Son's Celebrated Scotch- Whiskey. HULL "BROTHERS, Auctioneers, Wine and Spirit MorobantS, Queen-stroet Kauri GumiStores. Breakwater Free and Bonded Store*. AU»rt-»«reot.



L-OSt and Found. T OST, between.the Supreme Court nnd JU Queen-street, a Savings Bonk Pass Book, and other documents; useless to any other parson but tho owner.—Any person bringing the same to Messrs Heeketh and Richmond's office will be rewarded. STRAYED, in my Paddock, a Black and White Cow. Owner can have the somo by paying expenses. — Apply to Arthur Hunt, Ellers.ie. . STRAYED on 11th instant, and last seen in Papakura Distriot, a well-bred light Boy JWare; black points; no visible brand; forohead Blightly chafed with forehead strap.—Anyone Riving information that will lead to her re covery, or returning her to Huntor & Nolan's Salo yards, will bo rewarded; and anyone detaining tho same aftor this dato will be prose cuted. Ecclesiastical. YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSO CIATION. WEEK OF EVANGELISTIC SERVICES, THIS (Friday) EVENING, at 7.30, and overy night this week. Address each evening by tho REV. J. S. HILL. A MEETING FOR~PRAYER WILL BE HELD EACH DAY AT NOON. Address by the Rev. J. S, Hili. All are Invited, ■VTEWTON CONGREGATIONAL SUN i3I DAY-SCHoOL. A SERVICE for CHILDREN will be hold TO-MORROW (Saturday) AFTERNOON, at 3 o'clook. Address by the Rev. J. 8, Hut. A CHRISTMAS TREE and STALL, in aid of Improvements to St. Luke's. Remuera, will be hold in tne Newmarket Hall on FKIDAY and SATURDAY, the 17th and 18th December. Open in the Afternoon from 3 to 0, and in the Evening from 7 to 10. Selec tions of Vocal and Instrumental Music at intervals during each evening. Admission, Is ; Children, half-price. ■ -1 m —— meetings. UCKLAND JOURNEYMEN BAKERS' SOCIETY. The Quarterly Meeting of the above will be held at the British Hotel TO-MORROW Evening, at 7.30 o'clock. A full attendance Of members is required. R. C, STRONG, Chairman. mHE AUCKLAND PERMANENT CO-OPERATIVE BUILDING AND INVESTMENT SOCIETY. NOTICE. The Half-yearly General Meeting of tho Auok land Permanent Co-operative Bailding and Investment Sooiety. will be held at tho Society's offloe, 93, Qaeen-street, Auokland, on TUES DAY, tho 21st December, 1880, at 7.30 p.m. Business: To receive the Half-yearly State ment of Accounts. JOHN BATGER, Seoretary, .Boots ana bnoes, TOOK OUT FOR THE! BLUE BOOT. C. BROOKES Is selling tho whole of his Stock of Splondid BOOTS AND SHOES (English and Colonial) AT COST PRICE, FOR ONE MONTH. A few lines of Women's Kid E'astio Sides sizes 5 and S, at Half their Cost, The Largest Stock In Auokland to Select from. CALL EARLY. C. BROOKES, Blue Boot, Opposite Garlick & Cranwell's. 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 Stook of Boots and Shoes of every description, at prices to suit the times. Note the address: J. GREEN, Victoria-street, near Nelson-street, Auckland. STEPHENS SUMMER SHIPMENT OF ENGLISH AND CONTINENTAL BOOTS AND SHOES Hss arrived and comprises Fashionable an Useful Goods, not previously introduced iv this Colony. STEPHEN'S SPECIALITIES. LADIFDS* COLOURED SILK TOP-BUTTONWD BOOTS, fit like gloves, and give a charming finish to Summer Walking Coktumes, LADIES' POMPADOUR TOP-BUTTONED BOOTS ore a new thing, LADIES' GREY-FIGU RED SILK-TOP BHOJ9S have never before beon introduced to Auok land Society: tbey are not only tbe height of Fashion, hut a pleasant and comfortable Shoe for dally use. In addition to the Noveltie are Now Goods in Blue and Block Prunella Buttoned Boots, a Black Cloth Bottoned Boot. GENTLEMEN'S CLOTH TOP BOOTS. GENTLEMAN'S PATENT LEATHER BOOTS (extra light). ' SO ST GLOVE KID BOOTS, for tender feet. ; Tbe above Shipment enables F. STEPHENS to Bupply a class of Goods not obtainable any where else, except London or Paris. Musical. A UCKLAND MUSIC WAREHOUSE, QUEEN-STREET. I have this day disposed of the Auckland Music Warehousb (hitherto carried on under the management of Mr Arthur Kadj) to Messes J. J. MILNER & CO., who alone have any interest in the business from this date. I have very great pleasure in commending Mr Milner to the Musical Publio who havo so liberally supported the Warehouse. His long experience and intimate acquaintance with the Colonial Trado afford a thorough guarantee that all requirements of the business will be fully supplied, and customers will receive every attention. tST AH outstanding accounts will he received by Mr Milner, at the Musio Warehouse. Any claim, arising out of tbe past business of the Warehouse, must be rendered at onco to the Evening Star Office. 11. BRETT. November 29,1880. 117ITH reference to the above, Msssrb. J. J. MILNER & CO, beg respe.tfully to solicit the patronage of tho public. It is their intention to Bpare no efforts to keep up the high position attained bythe Auckland Musio Warehouse. Their Mr Milner (late of the firm of Milner and Thompson, of Christchurch) has had upwards of ten years' experience in the Colonial Music Trade; and with tbe Instruments end Music speoially selected by him, they are confident that tho Musical Publio of Auckland will have at their disposal a Stock that for Completeness and Variety, will ha unapproachkd by that ol any other similar Establishment In tho Colony. ia. AU letter, should in future be addressed J. J. Milner & Co,, Auckland Music Warehouse. J. J. MILNER & CO., bole proprietors of | the auckland music "warehouse, Corner of Queen-street and Vulcnn Lino, Auckland. FOR A CHRISTMAS GIFT the most suitable is Rich Mottled Kauri Chest of Drawers; Toilet Chests ot four drawers only 45 for cash. They become more beautiful, with keeping, will always work easy, and are Sways valfablo articles. - William Norrle, 1 Cabinetmaker, top of Shortland-street. r»t f\ to £1,000 i_BNT on BuiidiDg Society i& LU principles, or or other terms to suit borrowers. Mortgages and ijonns negotiated, £ea 1 iat of Properties for Salo on 4th page.—C, Williamson, Estate Agent, Vulcan Lane.- Seven per cent, allowed on money deposited foi nvestmej>* /Christmas cakes i christma_ \ J CAKES! MINCE PIES! ETC. Wanted tho Public to try our Colebratoi Currant Pound Cakes; also, our Mince Ples.- Measrs O'Brien and Glenn, New Zealandßaken I Parnell. N.B.—Orders, for Mince Pies, ore ri peotluliy invited not later thau tbe 23rd last.



j-'unerai -Nonces. •\TATIONAL INDEPENDENT J3I ORDER OF ODDFELLOWS.-LOYAI- United Brothers Lodge, No.. 975. The Members of tbe above Lodge are re quested to meet on SUNDAY, at 2.45 p.m., for the purpose of following to tho grave the re mains of our s_hte Brother S. Ryan. The funeral will leavo otr Brother's late residence, Wood street, Franklin Road, Ponsonby, at 3 p.m. sharp. Regalia: Crape ou left arm and whito gloves. Members of other Lodges aro earnestly invited to attend. _.„--.„ i J. T. B. DINES. Noble Grand, AMALGAMATED SOCIETY OF CARPENTERS AND JOINERS. AUCKLAND BRANCH, No. 333. Brothers of the above Society are requested to attend the Funeral of our late Brother, Bamuel Ryan, Wood-street, Ponsonby, ot 3 o olook, on Sunday, 19th inst. T OVAL ORANGE INSTITUTION. v» Orangemen in Auokland and g|l_ the Suburbs are earnestly* in /j-Ktf vited to attend a Meeting at r rt Newton Hall on Satcrday. at 7.30, to arrange for the Funeral of Dis trict Deputy Grand Master, Bro. Samuel Ryan. By order R.W.G.M. ——————a-_—---—————M_m-MMMMMMMM^^^^^ Gazette ln Bankruptcy. IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW ZEALAND, NORTHERN DISTRICT. IN BANKRUPTCY. In the matter of "The Debtors and Cre ditors Act, 1870," and the amendments I thereof, and of the Bankruptcy of George Laverock, of Weßt Queen street, in the City ot Anckland, Baker, a debtor. Tbia ia to notify that George Laverook, of V West Queen-street, In the City of Auokland, Baker, has this day lliied a statement that he la unable to meet bis engagements with his credi tors. The First Meeting of Creditors to he held at the Suprome Court House, Auokland, on WEDNESDAY, the 22nd doy of December. 1880. at 12.30 in tbe afternoon. Dated this 17th day of December, 1880. G. M. BASLEY, Deputy Register. Whitakbr & Russedl, Debtor's Solicitors. JN THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW ZEALAND, NORTHERN DISTRIOT. IN BANKRUPTCY. In the matter of "The Debtors and Credi tors Act, 1876," and the amendments thereof, and of the Bankruptcy of John Honns, of Whangapouo, in the Provin cial District of Auckland, Farmer, a Debtor. This is to notify that John Hobbs, of Whan gapooa. in the Provincial District of Auokland, Farmer, has tills day filed a statement that he is unable to meet bis engagements with his credi tors. The First Meeting of Creditors to be held at tbe Supreme Court Home Building, Auok land, on FRID AY, the 7th day of January, 1681, I at 12 o'clock noon. Dated this seventeenth day of December, 1880. (Signed) G. W. BASLEY, Deputy Registrar. William Thorne, Solicitor for Bankrupt. IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW ZEALAND, NORTHERN DISTRICT. IN BANKRUPTCY. In the matter of ''The Debtors and Cre ditors A3t, 1876," and of the various Acts amending the same, and of the Bank ruptcy of Joseph Henry Wilkinb, a Debtor. Thia is to notify that at the first meeting ot the Creditors of the above-named Joseph Henry Wilkins. held this day, Thomas Maoffarlane, of Auckland, Certificated Accountant ln Bank ruptcy, was elected the Creditors' Trusteo of the property of tho said Joseph Henry Wil kins: and further that the said Thomas Maoffarlane has signified to the Regißtrar of the Supreme Court Bforesaid, in writing, his acceptance of the trusteeship. And this is further to notify thot I hereby certify the said elector and the acceptance aforesaid. Dated at Auckland, this 17th day of December. °*' G. W. BABLEY, Deputy Registrar, R. Laishley, High-street, Auckland. Solioitor for Debtor. Publications. * NOW READY! NOW READY! "DUETT'S A UCKLAND \ LMANAO AND Provincial Handbook, WITH WHICH 18 PRBBBNTKD A Large Map of Provincial District of Auckland, Specially Constructed and Engravkb by W. and A. K. Johnston, Gkoqhaphbrß AND ENGRAVBBS TO THE QUEStf. ■ ' ,'':'; J" _f_ THE CONTENTS INOLT. DB NEW AND INTERESTING DESCRIPTIVE MATTER HIGH-WATER TABLES ILLUSTRATIONS OF NEW ZEALAND SCENERY NEW GUIDE TO HOT LAKES FULL SYNOPSIS OF LAND LAWS AND CROWN LANDS OPEN GRANT AND FOSTER'S REPORT ON AUCK LAND NEW DIRECTIONS FOR FARM AND GABDEN &C, &C, &Q. PKICE—ONE SHILLING. N.8.-Obtaloablo from all Stationers and from tho Evening Star Offlco. OUNG WOMEN'S INSTITUTE AND BOARDING-HOUSE, . , IQUEBN-STBBKT. Open dally from 10 a.m. till 9.30 p.m. Dinner and Luncheon from 12 to 2 p.m. Tea from 1 to 7 p.m. Boarding-house for Young Ladies who are occupied during the day. Terms on application to the Secretary. . ~-,vj W orklng Parties and other Social Gatherings are held daring the week. Governess Agency and Lending Library ln connection with tbe Institute * i ' - Auctions. MONDAY, DECEMBER 21. i —— i In the Estate of i J. H. WILKINS, BOOT AND SHOE - MAKER, VICTORIA-STREET. > _____ ■ ' ' GABRIEL LEWIS HAS received instructions from Thomas Maoffarlane, Esq., Trustee in Bank i ruotcy, to sell, on the Premises, Viotoria-fltreet, on the above date, commencing at 2 0 CLOCK, The Whole of the Stock-in-trade IN THE ABOVE ESTATE, (Comprising A General Assortment of Boots and Shoes Leather, Grindery Tools, F ..tings' Counters. Gas Fittings &C, &C„ &C. Terms Cash. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 12 30 P.M. ' TO WORKING ME. T AND OTHERS. FOUR-ROOMED GOTTAGE, > Wellesley-street West (third house on left past Nelson-street). R. C. GREENWOOD ■:..'. jf' HAS received instructions to sell by I auction, on Wednesday next, at his Mart, 3 1 Queen and Shortland streets, at 12.30 p.m., f A Well-finished FOUR-ROOMED COT TAGE, in good order; frontage to Wel lesley-street West. Good freehold allot - ment, tank, splendid well, &c At present in the occupation of Mr Buhner. '•■ 4 E. C. GREENWOOD, Auctioneer. * [Continued on Fourth Page.] ■'-■_