TELEGRAMS.

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.)

COROMANDEL, this day,

Mr Joseph Craig, director of the Golden Pah, is arranging for the sale ot the re mainder of the plant, consisting of engine, etc. He received a cash offer this morning, but not quite up to the amount required. Mr Craig, and other gentlemen, visited the Home Rule yesterday morning, and endorsed the statement as to the favourable appearance of the mine. They saw gold in the face of the low level stopes. WHANUAPOUA ACCIDENT. Thos. Charlcton, the buahman carried in from Whangapoua, has been puton board the steamer this morning for the Auckland Hospital. Tho man's arm and shouliler are so much smashed thet amputation is necessary, and the condition of the sufleror is so serious that Dr. flowell considered it necessary that the operation should be per formed by two surgeons, and instead of waiting for an Auckland doctor to come, it was deemed advisable to forward the man to town without delay. °™»«. to, thcJft* e blowing it will be a rough trip for him. His parents reside in Canterbury. TOKATEA.—The Chairman of Directors expresses himself much gratified with the nppearance of things at the Tokatea mine, not only with having seen a little gold broken out of the low level yesterday, but also with the splendid trin\ f in which the mine has been kept, The battery is now finally complete, and is per fection, the levels, tramways, and all the various ramifications of work on this great property being found ship-shape and pro perly attepded to, reflecting the highest • credit upon Mr Hall, tho mine manager.

TAURANGA, this day,

A NOSE BIT OFF.

Mr K. C. Fraser, of Tauranga, had his nose bitten off by a native in a disturbance on the Ohinemutu racecourse yosterday.

DAKUAVILLE, this day. DAKGAVIULK RAGES.

Tho s.b. Minnie Casey will leave Helens yillo »fter tbe arrival of tbc train, at 10 o'clock to-morrow morning, to convey race horses to the Dargaville Kaces. The stable in now completed, and can accommodate 25 horses. Arrangements can be made_ for more room if necessary. The course is in good order.

WELLINGTON, this day. QUARANTINE OF SYDNEY VESSELS

The proclamation removing the quaran tine restrictions on vessels coming from Sydney has been issued. It would have been gazetted last.night, but for an over sight. It is expected to be issued in the Supplementary Gazette to-night. The Volunteer Commission has been signed, and the Commissioners enter upon their duties without delay. MAGAZINE POST. The Government have decided upon starting a magazine post. A magazine will be transmitted at a half-penny for two ounces. The maximum weight will be six teen ounces.

(rER PRESS ASSOCIATION.)

NAPIEB,.this day,

William John Lawrence was sentenced to three months' hard labour for obtaining three guineas by false pretences. Be had represented himself as a medical prac titioner.'

The following scratchings for the Racing Club's March, Meeting are announced : — Prim and Yankee for tho Flying Stakes ; Prim for the Hawkes' Bay Cup; Prim and A.G. for the District Handicap; and A.G. for the Handicap Hurdles.

WELLINGTON, Thursday. LABOUR FROM NEW SOUTH WALES.

Mr Saunders, the well-known contractor, has sent to Sydney for a large number of labouring men, and they arc expected to arrive here by the next trip of the Waka tipu, Tho wages he offers are higher than in Sydney, and tho hours are less. It is also stated that several other contractors are sending to New South Wales for men. CHRISTCHURCH EXHIBITION. At a meeting of the City Conncil the fol lowing resolution was passed :—"That the Town Clerk acknowledges the receipt of a circular from the President of the Christ church Exhibition," and in reply, in timated that tho City Council takes the deepest interest in all matters calculated to develop the resources and foster the in dustries and advance the general welfare of the colony. That what ever articles the City Council may have for Exhibition will bo forwarded, and that exhibitors will be cordially invited to assist with their contributions, so that Wellington may bo fairly represented in Courts set apart for the several districts of the colony. EASTEK BNCAMPMENT. At a meeting of volunteer officers, a unanimous decision was come to that the proposed Easter encampment should be held IB the neighbourhood of Wellington. It was decided to telegraph to the officers com manding the districts of Wanganui, Napier, Picton, Blenheim, Nelson, Chrlstchurch and Wairarapa, asking their co-operation in the proposed scheme.

CHKISTCHUECH, this day,

THE ELECTION PETITION

The Stanmore election petition trial was continued to-day. Voluminous evidence was taken. The chief point established is that Mr Toomer, the candidate who with drew in favour of Mr Pillett, was paid the actual expenses he had up to tbat lime in curred, nothing was extracted, however, to show tbat Mr Pillett himself had paid the money. The Governor, Lady Gordon, and suite arrived at Lyttclton by tbo Hinemoa this morning, and came through lo Chihtchurch by special train. The weather is very hot to-day. The thermometer registers 124 in tho suo,

ASHBURTON, this day,

The police seized some hundreds of dozens of bottled beer at the local brewers' yesterday, charging the proprietors with bottling on tho promises in contravention of the Beer Duties Act, 18S0.

DUNEDIN, this day. SINGULA.K DEATH;

8011, son of a minor, at Saddle Hill, Was found lying in a state of unconsciousness a short distance from his home. He died shortly afterwards. He had been suH'eriug from measles.

The tender of Daniel McKendrey for the first section of the Windsor-Livingston Railway has been accepted for £48,077. Tho Acclimatisation Society was advised by cable yesterday of the arrival of the ship Loch .Leven.

An effort is boing made to. secure the holding of an International Electrical Ex hibition in Crystal Palace, London, during the coming year. The prospects are said to be good, many of the exhibitors at Paris having agreed to contribute.

Yesterday afternoon a bushman named Thomas Charles, while felling a tree at Whangapona, was struck by ono of tho limbs and knocked to tho ground. Several of his mates went speedily to bis assistance, and found that the poor fellow was very severely injured. His arm and shoulder were very badly crushed, and several other slight brnues were apparent on the chest. A Btretcher was procured, and nine of tho men undertook to carry him to Coromandel, a distance of nine or ten miles. When they arrived there no doctor could be found to attend on the sufferer, and it was deemed advissble to send him on to Anckland by the steamer Coromandel. On arrival this morning, Constable Mac donald hired an express and had th« injired man conveyed to the District Hospital, where the woundj were carefully attended to.

Judging from the reports in our Southern contemporaries', the Vincent County Council have been'enjoy ing a tolerably lively tinie of late. It appears that Mr Vincent Pyko, the chairman, wrote resigning his position as chairman, but at the very next meeting he took his seat as usual and began to justify his right to retain the chair, notwithstan ding the fact that he had resigned it in writing. T.he Council was equally divided on the question, the members for the Nor thernportionof the County being strenuously opposed to Mr Pyke. Stonewalling was resorted to, and from " early mom till dewy eve," the chosen of the people blackguarded and abused each otber with hearty good will, An adjournment; took place without the matter at issue being settled, and next day the position "became more aggravated by each party electing chairman. Pyke's party, however, secured the Council Cham bers, and some of the Northern men nar rowly escaped being incarcerated for break ing into the County Council Chambers. Some nice ;l_egal points are said to be in volved in this unseemly dispute.

CHARGE OF ARSON.

(Before J. E. Macdonald, Esq., R.M.)

YESTERDAY

THE evidonce in the case of arson against Joseph Metrick, charged with setting tire to dwellings in Albert-street, on New Year's morning,was concluded at a late hour last evening Mr Pardy conducted the enquiry, and Mr Samuel Hesketh appeared tor the accused. The following witnesses were examined after we went to press. Charles Edward Lloyd, a settler of Wan "arum, deposed to sleeping at Garnicr's house on the night of the fire. He was dig. turbed about 12.30 by cries of fire, His room was shortly filled with smoke. Smelt kcro*eno very strongly. He was suffering trom lameness, and was assisted downstairs by Mrs Gamier. Emily Birch, daughter of a former wit neat1, deposed to calling atMerrick's on New Year's Eve, for her little sister. They and two other girls, Sutcliffe and Keegan, went together to see the fire-works from the wharf. On returning to Albert-street, they met Merrick ; he was going to the wharf, and they turned back with him, On passing the waterman's steps the fire bells rang out, and cries of lire were heard, George Birch gave similar evidence; it was about 12.20 when he called at Merrick's; he should think that not more than five minutes could have elapsed from the time he saw Merrick at his house, nud the breaking out of the fire. James Dcmpsey, recalled, deposed that on the morning of the fire he saw the accused and lietective Jeffroy talking together. Merrick had letters or bill files in his hand. He said ho got them from the back kitchen, and that they were his files ef paid and unpaid nccounts. Had no inflammable oil in aiy ef the houses. • \j William Donald, storeruan atUVrthur s nuctionroart.stated that Merrickcalfcd at the store on the 22nd of December, &nd\left 22 pairs of ladies' boots for sale at auction. William Lawrence Roth, of Victoria Baths, deposed to the value of the rit, for which tho accused claimed £5 ip loss account. Ho estimated the value, b<Dre it was damaged, at £1 s0» Superintendent Hughes, re-culled,stated that he found two empty keroaenetins in one of the rooms with tho lids cut opo. James Ga?kon stated that he Bold i piece of land at Ponsonby to Morrickfor JO2O, on which the accused paid a deposit of to, and subsequently (January 23rd) ho ptfd the balance, £115. This was after the innuance had been paid. This was the evicUnco for the prosewtion. The Court was fltßn adjourned.

THIS DAY.

Before reading the depositions, Mr fardy wished to hear one or two other witijsscs, with tie view of showing that Morris wai in pecuniary difficulties before the fift His Worship could not directly a4 the value of such testimony. Mr S. Hesketh also took exceptif), but as Mr Pardy considered it of servici the following witnesses were heard :— ] Gco. Wisher, salesman at Messrs IJown, BarrettandCo.'s deposed that in Deamber last the accused was indebted to the mn for £40 3s Od, On the 241h January he pad the account (receipts produced.) Robert Eew, grocer, of Victoria-steeet, gav'o similar evidence in regard to a busi ness transaction which ho had with Her ricki- It had since been paid. Onth<!4th December he paid £3, and the balaoc in January. He was not certain as to dates. Ms S. Hesketh asked if His Worship considered the prosecution had ruSy made oai a prima facie case for a jtr. He would contend that the evidence of ie girl, Lizzie Williams, was not reliabfc, and quoted apparent contradictions in hr statement and cross-examination, and cot mented at some length upon them. His Worship said Mr Hesketh had on? dealt with tho weak points of the cas k Tho uncontradictcd evidence shewed last tho premises occupied by the accused wee safe at a qnartcr-past 12; that the accuid and Mrs Merrick had been unusually buy about the house before that time, and tin within ten minutes, immediately alter till accused bad left for the wharf, the fire br«]« out; and further, the evidence of skilled witnesses shewed that the density of in smoke issuing from the upper window) he rapidity of the flames, and the pecnlia circumstances of the fire, led to not ai unreasonable presumption that tho fire wot not accidental. He thought, moreover that nothing had beoa adduced to destroj or render the girl's evidence doubtful, Mr S. Hesketh then addressed the' Court at considerable length, cominentin)! upon the points of evidence, and submitted that it was not a case in which a juiy would convict. The prisoner was committed jfor trial. Mr Hesketh asked for bail.—Mr Pardy hoped it would be heavy. Bail was allowed, prisoner in £500, and two suritics in £250 each. i

POLICE COURT.-This day.

(Before J. K. Macdookld, Esq., K.M.I

Drunkbnnkss.—James Keenan and Kiiza Loatrange were punished for this offence. insulting LANQUiOit.-iJiSrlcK Koilley was oharged under the VagraniP Act with using offensive language in a public street.on tho 16th tii inat.—Prißoner pleaded guilty.—Mr Partly Bald iheprifioner met Constable Walker on hii until of duty, and not only called him most BilonßiTO names, but Bhook a knife at him (knife produced). Constable Walkor knooked tho prisoner aovrn on seeing the knife.—His Worship considered it was a luoky knook dowo, and imposed a floe ot 10s or H days in g"°3ffiKtKY Yow."-Aloxander Walker was summoned to disprove the assertion that ho possessed a dog without a proper oollar In January.—Mr Walker had disposed of his dog. —Mr Fardy believed tola statement was correct-Charge withdrawn. a Herd ok awiNK.-JohnMutrwesohargea with unlawfully keeping a number of porkers within the Borough of AUokland in opposition to No. 1 o£ the City By-laws.—Defendant pleaded not Ruilty.—Mr cotter appeared lor th« proeo outiOD,—Thomas Hodges, A-Blatant Inspector ot Nuisances, deposed that he went to defend ant's place In Customhouse-street West and found a number of piga close to defendant's house. He did not deny being the owner of the pigs, but said he would shortly remove them to Dunedin: Binding that they were not removed, he served a notice upon Mr Mulr. The Bwlne have not ret been removed. Saw them there this morning.—Cross examined by defendant.— His Worship said the law prohibited keeping pigs in the clty.^-ißeorge Golaie, Sanitary In- BDeotor, gave oimilar evidence. The place was within the city.—Mr Cotter said had the pigs been placed there for a day or so, for the con venience of the owner, until they could DO sh'ippcd, this oasa would not hare been brought beloro the Court. Defendant had kept the piga there foe a month.—Defendant said he waß a Btranger in Auokland.-Fined Sa, and ooats; but In any future case the fine would be not less Kclip'sk ov a HoNEYMOON.-WilUam Leyn was charged with beating bis wife, and threat eDin g to settle her with a tomahawk, on the 13tn inetirat, one week after the legal fastening of tho connubial knot. This case had been re manded from a previous day. for the pro duction of a wltness.-Mr Pardy said tho wife had since relented, and waa not desir ous of proceeding against the prlsoner.- Mre Leyn. in addressing the Court, said she had been rather provoking; it was partly her fault: and aho hoped his worship wonM let William off; he had promised to behave better to her in the future, and she had determined to oontrol her tongue.-Hls Worßhip Bald the prl- Boner possibly would have had three months, had tho case gone on; he would, however, adjourn it for 11 days, to see how matters went on the meantime, prisoner being allowed his liberty on his own recognisances of £10. CHARGK OF OBTAINING GOODS BI FALSI Pbetbncbs.—Samuel Joy, a middle-aged man, was charged with obtaining good!i ot John heoK draper, amounting in value to £13 178, by means Of a valueless cheque. — Mr Party ex natned the oircumstancos.and called witnesses. —John Lock deposed that he was a draper in Queen-street • the acoueed called at his shop on the Bth inßtant ; he bought tho* goods now bufore the court; thor amounted to £1317a; ho selected the K°odß, and presented a cheque in payment, saying he had plenty of money in the bank ; tho accused drew out a cheque book from his pooket ; witness filled in_a Wank cheque, and prisoned signed It; allowed prisoner to have tho goods on the faith of that oheque: he sent it to the birk, and returned Samuel Joy, unknown." Cross-examination: You said your wife had an income of £200 a year and a farm.—Prißoner: So I have, that's right. I wish the Court would tend for^Mr Dnwden, who can throw light upon this subject.—Mr Pardy said Mr Dowden did not wish to come unless his appearance was really necessary.— liobert Bagster, teller in the National Bank, deposed that the cheque hod been presented for Daymant, but no Buoh person as Samuel Joy had an account at the bank.—To prisoner: Re membered that you called and bought a cheque book You Bald you had a farm, and largo ex neotationß by tbo next vessel from England; vnn did not open an account; you did "not say that you was about to mortgage your farm -Constable Hammond, stationed at Ngarua wahla deooaed to arresting the prisoner at Tau- JSt on the pro ene charge ; found a cheque book in prisoner's possession and also the goods beforei the Court. To prisoner: Mrs Joy Bald S hui writon about the afialr. This was Se evWen»-H««Worship said it was donbttnl whether Mr Dowden could do him any good if That genUemaV^vere present. The'evidence Hi rangement, or a speedy marriage tno case w» I°S£&John Kirk was ft*&«*Xi ing a ring, tho property of Joh. n. M?J"^tl?io 1b but th« ovidenoe did not sustain the charge, jeweUery, and other articles^ value *»v, «»

property of James Rae, pawnbroker, without his authority.—Mr Lalshley appeand (or de fendant, and asked for a remand until Monday. — The case was remanded nntll (Monday, bail enlarged. This was all the busiatss:

CRICKET MATCHES. TO-MORROW.

Poneonby v. West End Second Eleven, (2 p.m, No 4 wioket).—Ponsonby—Owen (3) United—Mnmrord, Testre. Gardner, Dnfanr(2), linnkhain (2), Jervis, MoCormaok, Thompson, and Cromwell.

United v. Auckland (2 cm. No. 1 wicket).— Edwards, Marflitt, Hall (2). Weston, Done Craig, Oaddtß. West Knd Team—Brown, Berry, Lewis, Laxon, Hanna, Waters, Cour tayne, Chapman, Baker, Mears, Talbot; emer genoy—Fisher.

Onehanga v. West Eend.—The above matoh will not ba commenced tomorrow as adver tised by programme, owing to the indisposition ot several ot the West End players, and the in ability ot others to be present.

No«h Shore Second Eleven v. Civil Service (2.30 p.m., No. 5 wloketl.-North Shore :-Slbbln, Johnson, Reid, Niccol, Wynyard (2). Colgan. Bartley, Slins, Pitts, and Burgess. Emergency: McLean,

Gordon v. Alpha (No 7).—Alpha-Jackson, Hay, Cranob, Cutler, MoDermott, Kilpatrlck, White, Spencer, Dowar, Brown, and Kdmls ton. Gordon—Messrs Ansoone, R. Clayton, Harrington, Eendordlne, Kfsallng. Ryan, By burn, Sykes, MoCausland and Williams; om erncnoy—Slmms.

A day's match between tho Union and Tan pakl (liiverhoad) at the Whan to-morrow at 10.80 sharp,—Union—John Sinclair (oaptl, Bol lards (2>, Archibald (3) Stewart (2), James Sinclair Bill and Wallace; emergency— Buchanan aupKxler. Tho United ana Auckland and elevens play on No. 2 wicket to-morrow. — United team — ThwaltoH. ■IThomas, Canavon, Sadler, Carr, Harvlo, Hhovo, George is), MoPherson, and Klrby. Mercury v. flotorla (Domain Hollow). — Vlotorla: Ashton, Hotdshlp (2). Ohlson. Carlyle, Brighton (2), laßoohe, Kills, Oymock, David son. Mercury: Clayton, Gonlstono, Lawlord, Ansonne, Ashton, Lundon, Schapp, Johnstone, Koes. Kvors, Disnan.

Auckland CO. V. United CO.—Koblnaon's team v. Vint Klovon United, on No. 1 wlckot: liealo (B. U), Hlndon, Bnokland. Cameron, Cox, Downs, O'Brien. Porch (Wi), Roaoh (It. M.I. Robinson, and Yutos. Basle's team v. Sooond Klovon United, on No. 2 wioket: Boale (A. M.), Cheesem»n,Karl.lfrliip. Eldd. Moglulo, Osmond, Kead, Hinloy, Tyndoll, and Wobmer. Emerg encles: Kolly and Milva, AH th« above ate •poclally requested to tarn up.

MIXING NEWS.

(FKOM THB " COBOMANDBL MAIL.")

Mining mattors are buoyant, the satisfac tory yield from Blackinore's having given a tone to the market which has had a favour able elt'cct on sham generally. Stanleys have been in demand owiog to good storio having been broken from the low level. During the week a mining survey of tho

ground was made. There ia a great uenl of

WOrK doing od hid mn, uuu .iiiougn uiero is nothiug of unusual importance to record thorc arc good prospects in many of ths mines, ToKATEA.—GoId was struck in the low level on Thursday morning. Fred. Wool lams, Esq., Chairman of Directors, was at the tune visiting the mine, and inspecting the various levels and works being carried on by the company. The reef in tho face of tho level showed a strong body of atone with good walls, and in the quartz broken out blotches oi gold were visible, thus proving the accuracy of the mine manager's opinion—that when the reef got into proper course again gold might be expected. The deviaton taken by the reef has been of an unusual character, throwing back the com pany's operations, but now the lode is get ting back to j,hc right channel good results may at any time be expected. BISMARCK. - Steady work is going on, and a little gold seen, but not so much as could be desired. The tramway has not yet been put in order by the County Council, but it will, no doubt, soon be done. Gem.—A mining survey is being made by Captain Lloyd, C.E., for tho guidance of future operations. Tho survey is under stood to bring the proper course of the Tokatca reef through the whole extent of the Gem's ground. On the ground lately secured, adjoining the Bismarck, a reef was discovered this week near the surface, on the level of the tramway. The lodo is tho line of the Tokatca reef, but it is not decided whether it Is that or a branch leader worked by White in the van level, and from which specimens were said to have been got. It is a lino looking lode, about a foot thick, with good walls and soft dig, and same underlie as the Tokatea. The stone is close and solid, and is thought I highly of. As it runs in virgin ground its development may give'a fresh impetus to mining operations in this locality. Othor '■portions of this valuable ground are going ; o be worked systematically, and a small . parcel of specimens from this mine were ■ >rokeu out on Thursday. About eight ounds were lodged in the bank yesterday , y the manager. Tliis was got in the low ' "vcl, about thirteen feet past the old , hristmas Box shaft, and about sixty feet ) lorn the Queen of North's boundary. The , tone is of a deep blue, with a surprising ihantity of arsenic and other minerals of a ftrourable character for gold.

work doing on the Hill, and .though there is nothing of unusual importance to record thorc are good prospects in many of tho mines.

ourablo character for gold. Colonial.—This mine Is in course of stady and systematic development. Some ria stone is to hand, with every promise of inyrovement in character and quantity. Pkemiek.—The tributers crushed 48 tons it^Corby's battery for a yield of 52ozs etorted gold. Wood's Point, situated adjoining the iUnley, is believed to have the underlie of hi rich leader worked in the latter claim. V»rk will probably be started again to cut

liTTLEAND GOOD.—Messrs Boyd and Jale are working their ground (being a por> ioi of the area formerly held by the Pride i Tokatea) with good results. Surface iropecting led to the discovery of a rich eaier, from which good specimens were Mined on Tuesday. Jrin's Hope are still driving for their eaer without haying intersected it. A irffi leader was cut, but nothing seen in it. I We are driving their low level. frEEN OF the North arc working with tit show. The tributers arc now driving onae Queen of the North leader from the intmediate level. liss-SIDE aro getting good gold. A good paii of picked stone was obtained on Mon daj ijE Peter are taking out payable dirt am citing an occasional specimen. Ismier. — Anderson and party are crufing 48 tons at the Corby battery. CisTOCK- arc engaged in taking out anobr block of ground and expect some tliijgood before long. The leader looks welind is in the best of country. S^NLEY.—A winze has been started frtnhe intermediate level, in which good spciiens have been got. On Tuesday a pacelof the best yet obtained were reported to'Xjfl, with a good show left in the floor. A linng survey is now being made. GENIAL. —Tho mine manager reports ; Shi ny last report the Thrush level has beft driven 31 feet, making the distance 48 it in the Colonial, ground, carrying a goo strong leader" the whole distance. Stolg is also going on in this level with fairfosp'ects. A small parcel of specimens to lid on "VVedneiday. The winze level hasten discontinued for the present. 1 TIUSH.—A new contract has been let to coy the Thrush low level to the Colonial bouiary

TIKI. Qun asensation was caused on Thursday last? tie Home Eule striking rich gold in tl ftopea going along from the low levol.&iity pounds weight o£ specimens bcingotained, with a good show left in the Is<? The news will give quite an impetsfo mining enterprise at Tiki, as Blackifc's have been fortunate in obtain ing pttyle fortnightly crusliings, the last giving 7ozs retorted gold. A very im portant ture in the gold now getting in the Hoi Rule low level is the gratifying fact tha le deeper the reef is followed the more co act and better defined it is get ting, ai) bove all it is carrying good gold down t he lowc3t workings, indicating prosper) 'or the company and permanence to the Tl goldfield. It is impossible to OTer-cstr.te the importance of the find now mad At the deepest level put in by the Honißule Company about twenty men are v employed in the mine. There is every Rpect of a good return from the crushing!! The first clearing up after eight dayun having given OOOozs of amal gam. Bl&nore's have started the level to connect. 3 and the flat reef. The Golden H have not yet holed through from thete into the old shaft having further to] than was at first anticipated, they havonsequenUy a larger block of ground to Vk out. The leader has been stripped Mot broken down.

Three of} orphan children, in charge of Father Wat McDonald, and accompanied by FatherUordan, of Panmnre, went aboard tbtfe Anau this inorning for the purpose of Renting Captain Casey with a, handsome slung cap. Father McDonald, on bebalf ote cliildren, made the presen tation, whiiwas suitably acknowledged by the worti captain, who will doubtless value the k as a graceful memento of yesterday's Waion.

LATEST CABLEGRAMS.

SIR H. PAKKES IN NEW YORK. NEW YORK, February 16.

In his speech to the Chamber of Com merce yesterday, Sir Henry Parkei, in glowing terms, depicted the resources of Australia, and said that he predicted that in a few years the Australian colonies would be a vast empire, and one possessing great power

MELBOURNE, this dny. Arrived, last evening : Union Company'a Kotorua, from Bluff.

THE RAILWAY RECLAMA TION.

IMPORTANT PROPOSALS BY HIE

GOVERNMENT.

The Chairman and Secretary of the Har bonr Board interviewed tho Hon. the Attorney-General this morning, at his ex press invitation, in order to be informed of some propositions which the Government had to mnke with respect to harbour re clamation and cognate works. Mr Whitaker briefly introduced tho aubject and then gave in detail the course whiih he and his colleagues had decided to PurßUe> . . - iL - , Wearc notinapesmon to givethcinforma tion in equal fulness, but tho general out line can be authoritatively stated. Thus Ministers have determined to proceed with the reclamation honcofortu until it is com pleted as expeditiously and as vigorously as possible. Arrangements have been made for the utilisation of St. Barnabas's Point for the purpose, and rails .will be at once laid thither and rolling stock put upon them, while tenders will be called, for the filling in.the work to be done inonccon tract and within a limited period. Besides the material procured from the Point, any other that is procurable will be made use of. It is only proposed to widen to 120 or 150 feut, that portion of Quoen-strcot which lies between Custom • houso and Quay 1 streets, to bring tho railway terminus to Queen-street, and to make arrangements with respect to the sub • division of the reclaimed ground that must prove of immense benefit to the Harbour Boaril, The nature of this latter proposition we havo been unable to learn, but it is stated to be fraught with great advantages to the Board and tho city in general, and to the exceedingly liberal and comprc* iionsitc. A railway station also is to be orected fully commensurate with the im portance of the city, and designed with a due regard for the possible requirements of tbo future. The whole scheme is spokou of in terms of high praise, and both the Chairman and Secretary of the Haibour Board concurred in tho opinion that if carried out it will place Auckland, so far as railway station accommodation is con cerned, far ahead ol any other part in the colony. The proposals will bo explained iv the lettor of tho Attorney-General, which will be sent in time for the next meeting of the Board.

BOARD OF EDUCATION.

THE ordinary meeting of the Board of Education was held this afternoon. Pre sent': Messrs J. M. Clark (Chairman) T. Peacock, W. P. Moat, F. L. Prime, K. Hobbs, S. Luke, and F. J. Moss. Onkhunoa.—A letter was recoived from the Key. W. £. Mulgan (Chairman of School Committee) suggesting that the pro posed teacher's residence should be made more commodious than it was likely to bo if the architect's plans were adhered to. The school teacher (Mr Alex, Qrnat) forwarded a letter to a some what similar purport.—The Chairman re marked that '.he plans should have been submitted to the School Committee before tenders were called for.—The Secretary said that it was customary to submit tho plans of now schools to the Committees, but not the plnns of teachers' residences. —Mr Peacock moved that the letter should bo referred to the architect, with an instruc tion to report upon it, and that in the mean time the consideration of the tenders be deferred, tho Executive Committee to have power to act after the receipt of the report. —Mr Moat observed that io this matter Mr Grant had pursued his usual course of making charges against the Board's officers, and as usual also they bad been proved to be without foundation. Executive Committee.—The report of this committed stated :-(l) That the ten der of Messrs Ahicr and McGruthcr (£172) had been accepted for the improvements to teacher's dwelling at Patcrangi, the other tender received beiDg that of If, J. Barker (£235). (2) That the following tenders had been received for the erection of a teacher's house at Onehungo :—AWishart, £519 (recommended for acceptance); James and Denizc, £549; J. Cornwcll, £507; Smith and Howe, £585; Scott and Coembes, £587 ; .Smith and Wooller, £589; J, Fnge, £594 ;A. O'Brien, £610 10s; J. Kllingham, £696. tjo tender was accepted for the reasons indicated above. (3) That a fortnight extension of time be granted the contractors for making addi tions to the teacher's dwelling at Port Albert,—The draft programme of condi tions and subjects of examination for next year's District and Open bcholarsbips was submitted-The report was adopted, the Onebunga matter, of course, being deferred. MONGONUI.—Mr Hobbs asked wheth'or the cose of the expulsion of a lad named Prosser from the school at Mongonui had been dealt with by the Board, or if it was merely considered aud settled by the officers of the Department in Auckland.— The Chairman replied that it had been dealt with by the Board.

Dakoaville.—Accounts amounting to £13 19a for draining, and £11 13s for gymnastic apparatus, were submitted to tho Board for payment. The liabilities bad been incurred without the previous sanction of the Board.-It was decided to pay the ac counts, and caution the committee not to incur expense again without first obtaining the sanction of the Board.

Elleeslie.—Mr Ferguson wrote offering to rent the teacher's residence. It appeared that the new teacher would reside at One hunga.— Bequest granted. Batbo Worth.—This was an applica tion for a school-house. Tbc averago at. tendance at the school-at present held ia the Christian Mooting Houso—was 25.— It waa decided to prepare plans mid specifi cations for a school and teacher's dwelling. Katikati.- This was an application to fence the land attached co the teacher's residence. The area was six acres.—lt was decided to obtain an estimate of the coat from the committee, and enqniro if a less area would not meet requirements. .LuijAS1 Cbkbk.—The Committee applied for a grant of £12 to paint the school.— Deferred until Inspector's report is to hand.

M angere.—The Inspector recommended th« removal of the old school now used as a, public hall ' and teachers' residence, and that a new residence be erected on the site.—The report was adopted

(Left Sitting.)

Messrs Patterson, Moss, and Suttou havo been appointed have been appointed handicappers to the Oamaru Jockey Club, vice Mr Shcrwin, resigncjl. Mr Dargavillo is at Uuraaru, explaining, to the shareholders the position of the East Coast Land Company.

Mr Jamca Stewart has gone to the Wai kato to direct the survey of the Kotoiua railway, which is to be carried on by two parties starting from Morrinsville and Ox ford, both working southwards. Mr Elliott, who has died suddenly in Melbourne, was formerly connected with the National Bank in New Zealand, not with the JBank of New Zealand as stated in the message notifying the melancholy in telligence,

The circumstances connected with the coming of age of Lord Shrewsbury seem to have been singular. The younggentleman was accompanied by her whom the local papers call " the lady whom he intends hereafter to make his wife," i.e., the wife of Mr Mundy with whom the noble Earl eloped, and, who, it would appear, hardly allows her captive out of her sight. " The lady " was taken in her expectant capacity to the home of the farmers on the estate, when she was introduced to them and to their families. The bells of the parish church were rune under protest, the unfortunate bell-ringers not daring to disobey the orders of their liege lord. One of the tenants was so aghast at the proceedings that he incon tinently had a fit. The climax of absur dity was reached when Lord Shrewsbury offered to drive through the town of Stafford, accompanied by the " lady whom he intends to hereafter make his wife," in order to rally popular opinion to Mr Suit, the Conserva tive candidate. The Conservatives of Stafford were wise enough to decline the •offer, one of them observing that the Pre mier Earl of England seemed to be the Premier Ass of England.

THE AUCKLAND EVENING STAR, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY It



Wanted. WANTED, a Baker; must bo a good hand and accustomed to small goods.- App ly to J. Davis, Kden Terraoe Bakery. ANTED, a competent Dressmaker foi a fortnight.—Apply S. Howard, L. D, Nathan fc Co. . WANTED, Strong Girl to assist in housework,—Mr Murphy, Karanga* hape Road. WANTED, a respectable Girl as genera) servant.— Apply Mr Joßeph Bennett, Romucra. opposite Mr Morrin's. ■ WANTED, a good General Servant also, a Nurso.-Mra U. Elliott, Swlndon Vllla.Upper Union-Btroet. WANTED, an Upholßteresß ; work given out.— Apply to Charles Wilson, 310, Qaeon-Btroet. ANTED, a good General Snrvant; character required,—Apply Mrs J, Wll- Uamß, Vlctorla-Btreot. ANTED, for the Tairua Mill, Two Uquarors and One good Planing-machlno Hand.—Apply Union Saßh and Door Company Limited), _. WANTED, a Girl to assist in housed work and make herself useful; aleo, a Woman to wash.—Apply 3rd house on the left ot Vyonn-stroet (Mrs P. K. Thompson.) WANTED, two respectable Men to board and lodge.—Apply H. Breidooker, opposlto the Qas-worka. WANTED, a Junior Clerk to assist in Counting J luuiio and collect accounts.— Garllgk and Oranwnll. WANTED, a Hoy.-Apply to French Bakery, Hobson-streot. ■ VT^ AN TED, for Helensville, a good T t Blaohsmith.—James MoLennan, Cus tom-Houßo-Btroot. ANTED, improvers to the Dresßmaklng.—Apply Qllmour and Logan, Pltt-Btreot. WA « Tls L>. —To uaoinctmakers— Wanted, a good General Hand. Gnrliok and Cranwell, City Hall Arcado. WANTED, a Cook and Laundress ; privato family near town; good waged.—Apply this offloe. WANTED, an Experienced Nurse,— Apply Mrs Jas, Dacro, Shelly Beach Road. Ponaonby. WANTED, for Kawakuwa uomery, a Blacksmith's'Btrikor: raitt bo able to Blioo horeos.—Apply, Bay Coal Company, Now Zealand Inßurunoo Buildings. • *7ANT_Vn, a First-class Wheelwright. T V —Apply at once to Bait Broa,, Tanranga. WANTED, an Apprentice or an im. prover to the Broad, Bieouit, and Pastry Baking UußlneSß.—Apply O lasgow Bakery, Wei llngtOn-Btroot. WANTED, Improver or Apprentice to Machine. —T. Prosser, Bootmaker, Upper Quoon-ftroot. ANTED KNOiVN, V ampler is now soiling Men's 7s Gd Hard Felt Hats for la Cd. Vo in time. ■\rr ANTED, a Practical Watch Jobber if to fill up Bparo time.—Addroas LM, Etar ofllco. ANTED, a First-class Sewing Ma chino Mechanic and Gonoral Repairer,— Apply Box 201, Post-ofOoe. WANTttD, a Rood General Servant; al3o, a Youth to loam repairing sowing machined.—Apply to W. C. Dennes, Quecn b treat. W" ANTED, good Ship's Smith ; none othorneod apply.—Apply G. It. Burnotl, Cuatomhoueoßtroot West. WANTED, a Cook and Laundress; references roquired.— G. 8. Skinner, 223. Queon-stroot. WANTED, Pick and Shovel Men for Dock Works, North Shore.-Hunt and Whlto, Contractors. WANTED, at Hannaford's Auckland Registry (established 1863), Hotel Walt resa and Man Cook < Walltato). WANTED, at Haunaford'a Auckland Rogißtry (established 1863), Female Eorvant (Mount Albprt); wages 12a. ANTED, at Hannaford's Auckland Kcgißtry (oatabllshod 1863), PlouKhmnn, wages 20b and found. WANTED, at Hannaford's Auckland Registry (established 1863), Several Female Sorvants. WANiED, a good Traveller.—Apply Wm. MoArthnr & Co. WANTED, a Good Genera! Servant with reforoncoß.—Apply Mrs 8011, NiiKOnt-stroet, olFKybor Pass. WANTED, at Lake Takapuna, a handy Man ; married, and if without encuni branoo proforrod. Cottago and use of paddock. Toastoady and rellablo man, tho opportunity Is a rare ono. Apply by lettor (with roforoncas, and Btating ago and former omploymontl, ad drcaaod Takapnna. " Horald " otllce. ANTED, a smart, active Girl as waitress at rostaurant in Queon-slreet. —Apply Btau Office. \\J AJNTKU, Carpenters and Machinists v T for tho Factory, Meohanicß' Bay. Bight '■ working hours. Conatant employment and good wages for good workmen.—Apply Union Ba»h and Door Company. WANTED, an Assistant Dressmaker,— 8. Walter, Hob»«n-Btreet. WANTED, a respectable Girl, from 12 to 11.-Apply at this offlco. ANTED—OnIy fancy! Pompadour Prints, Hd the yard; Table Damask, la 3d ; Book Muslin, 4Jd; and Window Not, 1W- At r)ampinr*«. WANTED, a Good General Servant,— Mrs J. W. James, Ruusoll-atront, Pon sonby. WANTED, a thoroughly competent Man to take charge of Steam Thro«hlng Machine.—Apply Kldd'B Commercial Hotel, Shortland-stroet; or, Isaac Coates, Hamilton. WANTED, tUo men to Beo the Fresh lot of Good Braces, only 9d the pair, at Dampler'B. WANTED to Sell 100 Pairs Blue Serge Trousers, at Gh 3d, worth 12s Cd.—W. Byre, Vlotorla-atreet. WANTED, a thoroughly respcotablo Boy of about 13 years of ago for general work; one acouetomed to horses preferred.— Apply to Mr Smlib, opposlto Mount Eden Oinnlbua Stand. WANTED, Grapes, in any quantity.— Apply to J. Wendel's Wine Manufac tory, Symonds-streot, Anokland. ANTED, Brandy Bottles; highest prices given.—H. Canham, High-Btroot. \V rANTED, a respectable General Ser- Vt vant; must be good plain cook; good wagßß. For addroßß, apply Btar office. WANTED, a respectablo Married Couplo for the Conntry. not far from town. Tho man to understand management ot sheep and cattlo, tho wlfo to understand milk ing and making butter.— Apply to A, this offloe. WANTED, good Second-hand Grain Baoks.—6. 8. Jenkins, Cnßtomlionso-st. WAITED KNOWN, anothcr~)ot of Black Vellvotoon haa arrived at tho same old price, 2a lid por yard; also Black Satin 2a 6(1, at Dampler'B. WANTED to Sell, 100 Pairs Boys' Tweed Suits, atfiaOd, worth £1; Gents' Umbrella? at 5a 9d, worth 12s.—W. Byre, Vic torla-Btrcot, WANTED, a Few Boarders iv a Private Family, at tho North Shore Healthy and protty situation.—Terms moflo rate—Apply Stah ofllco. WAN TED -A Lady desires a situation as Housekeeper or Useful Companion; highest references given. — Apply by lottor Beta, Stak offloe. WANTED KNOWN, Pink Tie Knitt ing Cotton; only Is (id the lb., at Dam pler's. Be in time. ■ WANTED, Board and Besidence by four cinglo young men, within ten minutes' walk of Queen-street.—Apply (stating termr) 80, this offlce. ANTED KNOWH—Sufferers Iro"m all Rheumatic Complaints, Fever, &c, may consult Mr Otto Kohl, M.B P., every after noon from 3 to 6, at Mrs Norman's, Belle View House, Qpohunga. Consultation free, f \ 1/ ANTED SEEN, Dampier's new lot of VT Flannel at fld and lOd, Unbleaohod Calico at 2Jd, and Turkey Twill at 6d. WANTED KNOWN-That J. Cos gravo and Co. have tho Largest stock 0 Hats In Now Zealand to onboso from, and are now Selling at Half-price. ANTED KNOWN-I wiff^Tveaway six Boya' Jean Hats to tho first sensible Pporson who does not think them a wonderful bargain at what lam selling them, od.—W. H. Dampier. \xf^.NTED-Property-holdereiuthc city Vv and suburbs wishing to sell may find ready buyers by oalling with particulars at Central Land Agenoy. corner of Queen street and Vulcan-lane.—George Frasor, Manager. WANTED to Sell, Mixed Faints In gallon tlnB; Kauri Oil, 2/9 per gallon ; Priming Paint, 6/Bpor gallon.-Atkinßon & Co,, Freeman's Bay; Wholesale Agents, Messrs E, Porter & Co. XXJ ANTED, Customers for the Cheapest ** Boots and Shoe? In Auckland. In order to clear, will be sold at almost any sacrifice— T. Proßsor. Uppar Queon-Btreet. "ANTED, tho Public to try my New Shop, Queun-streot (apposite Savings' Bank). Mutton. 2d to 4d; Beef, from 2}d; Tripe, Co wheels. Krawn. German Sausages. Black Paddings. Clarified Hoef Dripping (fresh daily) iji, any quantities.—John Fost. WANTED, by the Advertiser, occu pation where Intelligence and confi dence are required; good penman, but out-door work preferred. Can produce good Testimonials as to character, &c—Apply "Stet," Star Offlce, Auckland. WANTED KNOWN, just arrived, a grand lot of Fashionable Coloured Stockings, only 9d the pair, at Dampler'B. WANTED, Persons wishing to secure a splendid Villa Sito, or a spot for a market garden, at that rapid rising suburb, Nortbcote. to call and make a seleotion before all are Bold.—D. F. IDvanß, Kbtato Agent, Queen street. VI/ ANTED, all to know that Northcotc * v la ono of tho rapidly lisiDg ouburbß. Plan of sections for salo (ranging from £10 each), on view at my offloe.—D. F. Kvans, Kstate Agent. i \K/ ANTED, Purchasers for Splendid v¥ Sections at Northcote, ranging from half-im-ucro upwards, within li miles of wharf. —D. F. Evans, Estate Agent.



Wanted. WANTED, at the "Little Mill' (late Short'B), Cook-street, good Chalrmaker - and Carver and Frtft-Sawyer.—Buldook and Batty, Proprletore. WAN TuD, a strong lad as striker 5 one nse to the work preferred.—Apply at onca Clyde Iron Works, Albert-street. '■ vvtAnTED, a Junior Assistant to the ' IT DraperyTrado; also, a well-edtloated Youth as apprentice.—Apply Muuro and Milli [ gan, Hobson-street. WANTED kNuWJS, Clark's 200 yard rcolH Sewing Cotton, any number, Is Oil tho doz.; 2330 doi:. assorted Dreßs Buttons, allldperdozon, at I'ampler'g. \\rANTED KNOWN, mat yon can V T Dress well for a small weekly payment by golnwto Munro and MUllgan. See r.dvorJiae mont on front page. ,_ »m/ ANTED. Subscribers for our New VV Circulatlns! Library. Novels by bBSt authors the loadinf} feature,-J. and W. Williams, Karangahape Road. p ANTED to Rent, a Fartly-improved Farm, near a railway station.—Address Farm, Stab offlce. m ANTED KNOWJV—That Munro and MlllJgsn have Romuved from Karanga hupo Road to Larger and more Centra Promises in Hobson-street, near Wellington stroet. . WANTED KNOWN—J uosgraveand Co. are Belling Men's Suits of the Best Blue Serge at 25s fld; fashionable make. WARTE"D KNOWN —That H.. A. Colson, Victoria Houbo, Viotorla-street, is about to Burpriße the Colonial Public with a Grand Display of Valentines. The market not being overstooked with these, tho proprietor will guarantee to give the customers of Auokland every benoflt. WANTED KNOWN—Tnat the New Zealand Timber Company are selling all kinds of Timber and Building Material at the very lowest rates. Very superior White Kanrl, from our new bush, juat opened. WANTED— Come and see the new lot of Glazed Table Covers only Hid the yard, (such pretty patterns) at Damoler'H. ANTED KNOWN, that J. MEL DRUM, Bootmaker, Bhortland-street, Auckland, In calling speolal publlo attention to his Custom Work. Kepairs neatly done. Boots Sewn and Pegged and Made to Order, a trial roßpeotfully sollclted.-J. MSLPRUM. ANTED KNOWN—Tho flirtation Waltz, only Is 6d, at Damplor's Branch store in the Market. Be in time. W~~ANTED7~tbo Ladies to try out of curiosity if they can buy real hand-sewn Prunella Boots anywhere for Bs, except at Damplor's. . \\ f ANTED to Buy, a First-class Breech- V ? loadlnK Gun (second-hand); must bo In good order.—Addrons by letter J. Booker, Te Kopnru, Northern Wairoa. WANTED KNOWN, that E. Mltchel son & Co., No. 19. Queen-street Wharf, are soiling Maize, Oats, Bran, Sharps, Flour, Oatmottl. fee, fee, at lowest market rates. Vt/AJNTKD KNOWN-That the TI Auckland Timber Company (Limited) are Manufacturers ot all description ot Goods, with superior Machinery and despatch.—Worksi Cußtom-honßo-Btreet West WANTED KNOWN—The Cheapest and Most Durable Dress in Auckland Is now Belling at J. Costcravo and Co.'a for 3a 6d, 20,000 yards dress stHff, 7}d. WANTED KNOWN that the Victorian Loan and Discount Agency's Advertise ment appsarß on 4th Dage, 7th column. \\r ANTED KNOWN, J. HallWay, tt Boot and Shoo Maker, is prepared to exocute all ordors in tho trade; repairs neatly and promptly done, patchos put on with solu tion,—Please note the address, Abercromble- Btreet, fourth shop from Symonds-etreet. V\7ANTED KNOWN—There are 500 V V pairs of good Tweed Tronsors to be sold at J. COBgrave and Co.'b, for 6s IQd per pair. V\TANTED7 Tenders for the Erection of "1 a Four-roomed Cottage in Oeorge- Btreet, PonßOnby. Plans and Bpeclllcatlons can bo soen at tho ofllcu of D. Ooldle's, Albert- Btruot, where tenders will bo received up till 12 o'olock of Saturday, 18th Inst. WANTED, the Ladies to try if they can get Qrenadino Dress Stuff (different patterns) anywhere at 2}d tho yard, except at Uaninler'a. \\r ANTED Known—That C, Hawkes t T wood, Hobson-stroot, has the Cheapest Hardware In town. Knbank'B Star Nails, 3 inch light, 3d: and 2} inch, at 3}d por lb; Light Wire Nails (1} inch, 2 Inch, 2J inch), at 3d per lb; rlooring Brads (all sizes), at 2d por lb; Boiler Rivots. 18s por owt; Anchors, 15s per cwt; Snip Chains, lis per owt (tOBtod). ANTeIT'KNOWN, that <TConi ferlno," the new atmosphorio purlflor, Is a very pleasant, as well as thoroughly reliable Dlsinfoctant, and should be used in overv house In any neighbourhood whoro scarlet fever oxlsts. Prlco Is 3d per tin at Gardnor'a Engllßh Pharmacy, 18i Queen-atreet, Anokland. ANTED KNOWN — Dkafnbss.— Professor Thornton euros Deafness, Rhoumatlsm, Bore Kyes. and other Diseases, by incanß known only to himself. Tho most effica cious and expoditlous remedy ever discovered, 80110 Vue Houso, Kmily Place, opposite tho Hon. F. WhltakerfB, WANTED KNOWN —Music, Mubic, Music—The Piano Mublo ordered by mo from Knuland has arrived; all 3d and fid each. Particular attention this time is called to the Standard Popular Bongs, whloh I have spoolally ordered from list; also Czorny's 101 Kxeroises, Is; Homy's Tutor, 3s Bd; other Piano Tutors, Is; Ist and 2nd Violin Strings, Id; 3rd and 4th ditto, 6d.-W. H. DAMPIKR, Hobson- Btroot and City Market. ANTED~KNOw«, tnat tne ueniral Freehold Land and Investment Agenoy has Removed to Cornor Quoon-street and Vulcan Lano, whore the Land Business in all its branches is now carried on under tho spooial superintendence of Mr O. Fraaer. Valuations made, surveys for land transfers effected, and titles perfectod at minimum cost. No charge made for registering properties for sale WANTED KNOWN—That Professor GußSCott is the only Original and Practi cal American Herbalist in the Colony, and also the most expensive man to do business with. Ho requires no information; he oan deolde at a glance the diagnosis of tho case, thereby reliev ing the patlont of a great deal of nervousness and hesitation. Try and disprove this if yon can WANTED, two or inree wooers in Auckland and District to take the Agenoy for Nelson, Moate, & Co.'s Pure Blended Teas. These Teas are acknowledged by .the PreßS and PnbUo'to be the Finest ever sold in the Southern Hemisphere, and are guaranteed free from all scouted tea.—For particulars apply to NoUon, Moate, ft Co., Tea Blenders and Importers. High-street, Chrlstchnroh. • WANTED KNOWN, that 1 am now Selling evory description of China,. Glass, and Karthonwaro cheaper all round than any other shop In the trado. Vases and China Ornaments considerably below town prices. One trial wilt prove the f aot.—Note the address: k. A. Henman, Karangahape Road opposite Newton Hotol. | . WA N TED KNO WU, that Mrs Carter, of Viotorla-street, Is now selling Corsets at 2s 9d and 3s 3d; handsome Embroidery Trim ming, 3Jd and 6d; rloh ITrlngo, 6d; Beaded do.. la 3d; Black Lustref, 9d and Is 4d; Wools, 2s 6d por lb; White and Colourod Twist, from 2d per yard; Bcarf Ties, Is por yard.-J. Carter. ANTED KNOWN, that H. WAITE'S Fruit Tins are acknowledged to be the best over introduced in the colony. They re ceived a first prlzo at tho Agricultural Show he'd at Kllorallo on the 9th November, 1881. A recipe is issuod to eaoh purchaser, and tho maker's name 1b stamped on overy lid. Bold by all Ironmongers, and at tho faotory, High-stroet, next City Council Cbambors.-H. WAITB, Wholosalo and itotall Tinßmlth. WANTED KNOWN—Tnat J. JK. Lambert & Co. have opened an Auction Mart In Wyndham-fitreet, opposite the Stab offlce, for the Sale ot all kinds of Stores and Settlers' Produce. Consignees acquainting the above of goods coming either by boat or rail, will find every attention and oare taken, no matter how largo or small tho consignment may be. For days of sale see further notice. ANTKD—WANTEJBto Sell (cheapi, about 60 Sets ot Jugs, only 2/9 Bet; 60 Pots of Jugs, i to the Bet, only 4/ set; 10-inch lates, 4/6 doz; 8 inch Plates, 3/8 doz; 32 doz Meat Dishes, from /9 to 2/6; Cups and Sauoers, 4/6 doz; 60 doz Mugs, /2 to 15; Engraved Wino Glasses, 4/6 doz; Engraved Water Jngs, 8/ and 3/6; about 400 Assorted Books, oheap; China KKg Cupb, /2: Glass Butter dishes, 1/ and 1/6; Glass Sußar Bas ns, 1/ to 1/6; Canary Seed, /S per lb; Hemp Boed, /4 lb; lot of Turksy Sponge, 10 and 1/; Toy Plates,/2, /3. and /4: 60 doz Odd Cups, 13 eaoh; 1/ Tins of Baking Powder, only /B por tin; good Rioe. 6 lbs for 1/; Bhlp Blsouits. It lb, 4 lbs for /6; Cabin Bisouits, U lb : Largo Green Apples, /4 lb, 12 lbs for 3/3; Axe Handles, /4.3/ dozen; Carriage Lamps, 25/ por palr.-H. WATTS, Pitt and Grey-Btreets. ANTED KNOWN — At Goodson's London Arcado oare has been exerclsod in tho selootion of some of the Greatest Novel tleß over seen In Auokland, BUited for Valentine Presentations, speoimons of which may be Been in tho five windows; but the stock should bo inspected by every purchaser before making a solution. Trade_notDa-" Small profits, and auiok return*" TERrice wo maintsln our repu tation as being the Cheapest in Auokland for Stationery ancPCutlery, Glaaa and China,Clookß ami We, tones, Brush ware and Perfumery, Jewellery and Fanoy Goods, Musical Instru ments and Toys. Dolls and Japanese Qoods, the Useful and Ornamental. London Office: 68, St, Murr Axe. rpoMATOES I Tomatoes ! Tomatoes I JL in the Domain Gardens, at Id per lb. Medical. mBE FACT IS NOW ASSURED A THAT INCIPIENT CONSUMPTION, OHEONIO BRONOHITIS, ASTHMA, THROAT AND LUNQ OOMPLAIMTB, NEBVOOB AND WAgTINa DIBBABKB are permanently relieved, the worst symptoms arreßted, and a iealtny re- T£ <gffg'liff£& or KUCALYPTOB with UYi^Pkoai'HM'it^ of i^imit AMuSlJiMiafc These great results are owing to the oobUis«v2 and beam tonics that lend increased sustaining powers to the invalid, added to whioh is tne SPECD-IO ACTION of the Eucalyptus on the mucus menu branes, whereby the air passages are cleared ot unhealthy secretions in a natural manner. Daily evidence is afforded of .the per manent resuscitating action of this remedy—bo that all who Buffer should at ; once make a trial of its eminent propor tion. The Eucalyptus Syrup is moderate in prlco, and within the reaoh of all who need it. It is a pharmaceutical combina tion of tonic alkaloids with hypophoa phiten.and not a secret nostrum. Registered and gazetted under "Tho Tradeß Marks Registration Act," by 1 Graves Aickin, The Pharmacy, Auok land. Wholesale Agent 1 The Net/ Zealand Dkuo Company



To list. TO LET, three Btiok Shops, Lower Albert-street (next to Blaok BuU HoteDi- Apply to J. Craig, Commerce-street. TO LET, a very convenient Double Bnop and Dwelling In Upper Rymondß-Btreet.- For particulars apply to 1). F. Kvans, Estate Agent Queen-Btroet. . mo LET, in the beat business part of A Queen-streot. a New bhop, having a frontage ot lifeet and a depth of 60Xeet,ana two largo Showrooms overhead, each 60 feet by 28 feet-Apply to William Kattray. Draper and I Clothier, 178.180. and 182. Qneen-atreat rf\O BE LET, a Shop in one of the priori- JL pal streets) a good stand, with an old established business.—Apply to Brown, Barrett, arid Co. ■ _____ mO LET, a House in Howe.street; gas I and water laid oni—Apply to Mr D. gallon, near Railway station. TO LET, Offices iv Queen-street, Up stairs and Down-statrs<—Apply Mutual Life AesosistloH of Auotralasia, No. 81, Quoen street. ______ mo LET, fotii' Unfurnished Kooma.— a. Apply to French Bakery, HobßOn-Btraot. TO lET, a New Five-roomed Cottage in Grey-Btreet (off Brighton Road).—Apply to M. Marriott, Grocer, top of Parnell. rr\Q LET, Single Shop and Dwelling- X house, Kden Terrace; good opening for a grocer.—Apply to Henderson. Kden Terrace. TO LET on LEASE for a term.a Family Residence containing 10 rooms, standing in its awn ground (about 18 acres), situated on the New North Road, and known as Glenmore; lato In tho occupation of R. Monk, Keg — Apply to F. L, Prime, Kstate Agent, 28, New Zealand Insurance Bnlldlngs. m o l c t. To Let, the Three-story Bulling at present being ereoted, adjoining Theatre Royal, Vic toria-street. Very suitable for a wholesale or manufacturing business. B. TONK3 ft CO. cj x ok k x o Let. c> . A. Macklo having completed alterations, has a splendid Btore 100 i 30, concreted floor, and rat proof ; has a splendid cart entrance to Durhain street West,atom, cellar 60 z 30 (well lighted), conorete floor, and rat-proof.—For particulars apply to Mr Wm. Altken, or A. Macklo, un the premises, Dor ham-street West (adjoining Buck land's Bate Yards). O BE LisASBD for 21 years, 3,000 Aores of vary fine Land In oentral Walkato, being Lot 279 and part of Lot 269, in the Parish Of Whangamarlno.-Applv to E. T. Dutanr, KB?., Solicitor, Sbortland-ntroot. For Bale. FOR SALE, an Eight-roomed House in Franklin Hoad; no reasonable offer re fused. — Apply it. Adlington, next Bishop's Btore. F OX BALK, a Second-band Hand Cart,— Apply to Dnano and Patterson, Karanga hape Road. lnOlt SALE (a bargain), the Good-will, f. Btock,Flttlngs,tools.&c,,ofaCabinetmaker'B Business, in a good loorilty. A large and daily inoreaslng oonnoction. five years ot lease unez pired, and option of removing. Rent very moderate.—Apply to Qeo. h. Thompson, Com mission Agent-8, Lower Queen-street. KAKE BARUAIN in Russell-street, Ponsonby, Large House, well finished and pleasantly situated; £700.-Apply to F. G. Bwlngton. TMPORTANT TO BUILDERS. — For X Sale (oheap), 22,000 First-olass Bhlngles.- H. P. Gibbons fc Co., Hobaon-atreet. |nOR SALE, cheap, Londen's Encyclo- F prodla of Plants and Gardening, Lindley's Vegetable Kingdom, Balfour'a Class-Book of Botany, and Stephen's Book of tho Farm; latest editions, and in excellent condition.—Apply to Kanrl, Box No. 27. Post-office, Auckland. FOR SALE, three miles from town, a nioe little Farm of 151 acres of volcanic land, clobo to Morniogsitie Railway Station. The whole securely fenced with stone walls and subdivided into convenient paddocks; never falling supply of water, outhouses, cowsheds, stables, good vegetable garden, fruit trees, &o. For prlco and torms apply to B. Shaw, Morning side. FOR SALE, 8§ Acres Volcanic Land, wllh House, Out-bnUdlnns, Orohard, well- Btocked with fruit trees, good weU, tanks, and every convenience, four miles from the city.— Apply to Jamoß Kenyon, opposite Baptist Sohool-room door. Chapel-street. FOR SALE, Commodious Residence, with largo freehold allotment. St George's Bay, Parnell; torms easy,—Metcalfe and Hill, 29, New Zealand Insurance Buildings. frtOß SALE, a First-clasa Confectionery r Bnsinoss doing a wholesale and retail cosh trade, situated in Queen-street, with Ma chinery and all other appllanoes for carrying on the same. Only principals dealt with.— Apply at the Star offloe, 1/1 OR SALE.—Verandah Cottage, four Jj rooms, etc.. situated just off Cook-Btreet; price only £150. Very Cheap. (Must be sold.)— D. F. gyans. Kstate Agent. SINGER'S Sewing Machines, to work by hand or foot—D. S. Chambers, removed to 70, Quoon street (opposite Bank of New Zea land). IJIuK £300, Two Cottages, in York-slreet, ■ Newton, Dear the new Roman Catholic Church, each containing four rooms and porch with freehold allotment; good well of water and workshop. Also, to be Let in Graham street, a Carpenters" Workshop.—Apply R. Bartley. Nelson-street FAMILY HOiEL FOX SALE. Apply at once to LAMBERT & CO., Auctioneers, Commiulon and Land Agents, ■ WrWDHAM-STBKBT. mo CHUMIbTS AND DIiUUUIHXS, For Salo, a Business in a rising district. For particulars, apply to KKMPTHORNK. PKO3BKR ft CO. FOR SALE, a good General Store ana Butchery in Coromsndoi, doing a very, good trade; building qnlte new. First-rate town references as to business. Prioe. £200; Stock at town valuation. A first-rate opening for an enterprising man with small capital. PONSONBY-Fine Villa Residence of six rooms, nearly new, on large allotment, com manding view of harbour. North Shore, &c; register (trates: water laid on; in splendid order. Price, risk _ r Land Agont. ■/(OUR HOUSES AND SEVERAL Jj CHEAP BUILDING BITKS ON VOLOANIO Lakd.—Price low; terms easy.—The Rooky Nook Estate, now divided into building allot ments, contains some very choice Bites for persons desiring to live quietly near town. The property is within easy walking distance, and bustca pass the oorner throughout the day. A great portion of the land Is planted with orna mental trees and Bhrubs, and the land will for cortain bo fc good investment The well-known healthful qualities of voleanio land have created Buch a demand for it that there is very little to be got within walking dietanoo from town. All tho Rooky Nook Allotments will soon be disposed of, so no time should bo loßt In securing a site for a residence or plaoe of business. Terms: One-fourth each, balance in three years. F. G. BWINGTON, 81, Queen-street. reniontu. I HAVE found my friends at the Wark. worth Hotel, Mahnrannl. Splendid aocom-. modatlon. Beautiful Booaery.—G. F. Such Proprietor. "■ BanEniptcv JNonces- J N THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW X ZKALAND, NORTHERN JUDICIAL DIS TRICT. IN BANKRUPTCY. In the matter of the " Debtors and Creditors Aot 1876," and the seTeral amendments -thereof, and of the Bankruptcy of Robert SCHOFIBLD. of Tuakau, in the Provincial Dlstriot of Auckland, in New Zealand, Storekeeper, a Debtor. This Is to notify that the abovenamed debtor, Robert Schofield.has this day filed a statement that ha is unable to meet his engagements with his Creditors; the First Meeting ot his Creditors to bs hold in the Supreme Court Building, Auckland, on WKDNKBUAY, ths 22nd day of February, 1882, at II o'olook in the forenoon. Dated at Aaokland this 17th day of February, IKR2 G. W. BASLBY,, .'< Deputy Registrar. William Thornb, of Queen-street and Vul oan Lano, Auokland, is the Solicitor for the Debtor. ■' • IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW ZEALAND, NORTHERN DISTRICT. . BANKRUPTCY. In the matter or' The Debtors and Creditors Aot 1876." and the several Acts amend tußßamo. and of the Bankrupcy of Henbtt Kdwaed Btbhb, of the City ot Auokland," Boarding-house Keeper, a Debtor. This is to notify that Henry Edward Stehr, of the City of Auokland, Boarding-house Keeper. h O B this day filed a statement that he isnnable to meet his engagements with his Creditors. The first meeting of creditors to b6 held at the Sunreme Conrt-Howe. in the City of Auckland, on TUKBDAY, tho 28th day of February Inst., at 12 o'clock noon. Dated this 17th day Of February, 1832. G. W. BABLBY. Deputy Registrar. G. T. kketlby, Qaeen-street, Auokland, Debtor's Solicitor, Tepders. OUNT WELLINGTON HIGHWAY DISTRICT. Tenders will be received by the undersigned, up to 10 a m. on FRIDAY, 40th March, 1882, for Carting and I'ellveritg'on tho various Roads in the Dlstriot. Hand-broken Road Metal from KUeralle Station and the Stone Quarry Reserve in the District; also, for Scoria Ash from the Mount Wellington Pit. Tenders to be accom panied by a guarantee deposit of Threo Pounds J63). For particulars, apply at my offloe, Auok d' BARTON IRRLANO, Chairman Road Boaru,



Public Notices. "rpHE LICENSING ACT, 1881." Now Ready (published at the office of "Tho Thames Advertisar," Thames) AN ALPHABETICAL DIGEST OF THE LICENSING ACT, 1881. «3T PRICE : TWO SHILLINGS. TO BY ALBERT J. ALtOM, Clerk of tho Licensing Courts, Thames, Karl? aDpUo&Uon Is neoese-u-y to; Copies, as but a limited number can bo reserved for Auok land. The Booksellers will be supplied imme diately^ ATEW ZEALAND INTERNATIONAL JJI KXHIBITION, 1882. Owing to a large portion ot the English Bx hibita not being uhippod by the la»( Oriont steamer, and. consequently, unable to reacn New Zealand before tha end of March, the Promoters aro reluctantly compelled U> ™31- PONK THK OPttNlNd TILL APRIL 10TH, consequent upon which applications for.space will bo received by the undersigned till MARCH W, R. MITCHELL, Official Agent, Chrlstchuroh,- IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES SOPfEr AND CO MB. V. H. MoKKNZIE having purohased the whole ot thla Estate, Creditors are requested to pay all Accounts to him; and he is authorised to deal with all Property belonging, to the Estate. . Dated this 11th day of February, 1832. GEORGE HARPER,\ Trnatee g. | C. B. BTONE, / trustees. r»~| Ax 0 *IW° LENT on Building 3fci.l_H_F Society principles, or on other termi to BUlt borrowers. Mortgages and Loans nego tiated. 800 List of Properties for sale on fourth page. Six per oent allowed on money deposited for Investment. —C. Williamson, Land, Estate and Financial Asrent. Vulcan Lane. IJIORMS of Objection to the VALUA ■ ation Lists of the City and Highway Boards may be obtained at tho Stab Office. T>[JBLiULY ACKNOWLEDGED JT That J. Williams, Tailor, of Viotoria stroet, is the Cheapest Tailor in Auckland. AM POTS, Jam Pots; The Cheapest Houeo - Wholesale and Retail.-Dlroot Bupply Store, 21D, Queen-street. MEMBERS of the Civil Service Cricket Club who have not paid tholr Hubaarip. tlons for thla year are requested to forward them as soon as posalblo.-O. Howe, Secrstary, rri COWLEY begs respectfully to call X • the attention of the Publlo to his Rustic Seats and Tables, snltable for lawns, arbours, fee-List of Sizes and Prices on application to T. Steadman. I HEREBY giro notice that I will not be responsible for any Debts contracted by my wife, Elizabeth Midflloton. W. MIDDLKTON. a UCKLAND SAVINGS BANK. The Trustees are prepared to Lend Money on Freehold Securities in sums of £50 and up wards at BBvkn hcb CENT. Mortgages can be redeemed by quarterly Instalments. Applica tions for loans to be sent In by SATURDAY, theUSthFebruary.im CAWSRm< Manager. Temporary Offices: Darby-street A UCKLAND TIMBER COMPANY JA. (LIMITED). GREAT BARGAINS IN BUILDING TIMBER. j«r Making Room. "c» OCK-OUT AT UNION SASH AND DOOR COMPANY. In consequence of the Union Sash and Door Company refusing to comply to the very reason able terms of the men, we earnestly request all men of principle and spirit not to apply to the Company for work of any kind. R~ T 1J N I O N OP OIL PAINTINGS BY CHARLES BLOMFIELD. The list of subscribers now being filled up, the drawing will take place at Mr Leech's shop, Shortland-street, on MONDAY, February 20, 1882. npHE NEW bOII^ING SOCIETY. INDUSTRIAL AND PROVD3ENT PERMA NENT BUILDING, LAND AND INVEST MENT BOCIETY OF AUCKLAND. COBNEB OF UUKSN-STREBT and VULCAN LANE, AU olasses are invited to take up Investing Shares, payments weekly, interest remunera tive. LOANS granted on security of Freehold or Leasehold Property for the purpose of ISuying, Buildin 3, Sco., In sums of £30 to £5000, repay able—for every £100 advanced—at the following soale, by weekly, monthly, or quarterly instal ments!— ___ ■ Repayments Per Repayments Per extending over Week, extending over Week, s. d. 5 years .. 1510 7 years - ! | i years ... 12 6 8 years .. 1 8 6 years - 10 6 10 years - 6 SPECIAL FACILITIES are given to Bor rowers for paying off part prlnoipal money and reducing weekly payment, or the whole sum may be paid oif at any time—the Societf grant log f.nimiT. DIBCODHT. I OSORQE FRASER. Manager. DHINGLESI OHINQLESI 200,000 Best Hkakt Shingles! LOCAL AND NEWCASTLE COALS, FIREWOOD, &0., AT Lowest Rat bs, Delivered in Town or Country. W. & G. WINSTONE, ÜBTRIAN BENT WOOD Cane Chairs, Austrian i% on?^."«'iwIBentwoodOane Conches and 123, Queen-street. LomiKeßi Austrian Bentwood ~ Cane Rocking Chairs. ~ ALNUT DRAWING -123. Queen-street, f^e^ffi'T^bCwhat nots and Canterbury a. " AHOQANY, CEDAR Rlmu, and Kauri Din i%°nll^," a '^S' ing-room Suites in Leather 133, Queen-street, jjgj^,,^ and American • ' • Cloth. _. IRON Half-Tester Bed steads, Iron Frenoh Bed fift^^^iZSl' steads, Iron Stump Bod -123, Queen-street. BtoaflB ; Iron j-oiaing chair Bedsteads, Iron Cots. ' PATENT Spring Roller Blinds and Venetian m,QaeeiM)treet.'Blinds, Gilt Cornices and Frenoh-polished Cornice Poles ~~ ' TTarPKTS, Boarthrugß, T. &H. COOKB, \-> Linoleum, Floorcloth, M3,Queen-Btreet. Matting, Door Mate, Bath Mats, in great varloty. ' T IBKBAL DIBCOUNT to m fcrr nnmrw JLi Gash Purchaaors. All iT«^i LR »°JES' BO*l3B delivered froe In town. 123, Queen-fitreet. J^taloguos postfree on appli cation. BDROOM FURNITURK in Choice Mottled Kauri, 123, Queen-street. Wardrobes,Bedßtoads,Wash stands and Toilet Tables. JUST RECEIVED — ALrEED BIED 'S BAKINO POWDSB, CUBTABD .P&VBBB. and BL»HO Makok Powdbb. Custard Powder, for making Custards without egss; ohotoe and dellolous. Blanc Mange Powder, for making the most deUotous Blano Mange with little trouble and a trifling cost 11 to bo obtained in the foUowing flavours:-Vanilla Almond, Straw berry Raspberry, Chocolate, Coffee, and Smond. Baking Powder for Bread, Pastry. Cakes, Plnm Puddings, && Its effeote are sur prising, as It imparte a lightneeu. wholeaome nesa. and sweetoessHhat oannbt be otherwise prodnoed.-vTeatlmonialß: From Captain Sir F. L. Mod3ntook,.R.N., Franklin Expedition (Arctic Yacht Fox) Sept. 2L B5B; from the Emigration Commissioners, Westminster, i-on don, aw.. June 6: from the War Offloe, London; a Certificate from the Admiralty, London, Feb. 5. ■ Agent for Auckland: KOBKUT REWj Grocer &c, Victoria-btbket. REDK. WHITE HEAD'S RETAIL TEA ADVERTISEMENT. FINEST CHINA TEA SIFTINGS. I/I per lb, Selected from the London market, and re markably oheap. Gives a strong, thick, and pungent liquor. CHOICEST PURE FIRST CROP BROKEN PANYONH CONGOU. This Tea for value in the oup is worth pence per pound more money. Price. 1/6 per lb. The like rarely comes into this market. A SPLENDID DARJEELING FLAVOURED MIXTURE; guaranteed a blend ot Pure India and China Teas. Price, 1/8 per lb. "TEA KXTRAORDINARYr The ready sale this Tea commands proves IV,; worthy the name. Prioe;2/perlb. "FAMILY MIXTURE." . A blend of extra highly oured flrat crop In 4» and China Teas; will carry well, and to prove with lengthened brewing to the v pot. and prove Itself an «gnomlo blgh-class Family Tea. Price, 2/8 per lb. *^Prioo,S/porlb. 90 BOXES "FOCK OAN PEKOK TEA." About the Finest Importation of the Season, Price, 28/ per box. Fredk. Whitehbad. wholesale and ketail tea dealer, VICTOEIA-aTBKBT, AUOKI.AKP,



Public Notices. •pOROUGH OF PAKKKLL. , Uhbaid raws. It is requested that all Arrears of Bates In Parnoll be paid forthwith, at the Borough Council oflloe, otherwlae legal proceedings will be taken for their recovery. N.R-Names on the Defaulter's Mat wlUba excluded from the Burgees Roll. S. REYNOLDS, Tow&Clork. ltth February, 1882. _ ! pONSOKiJif HIGHWAY JHSTRKJT, Notice Is hereby Riven that the District Board have taken tha necessary steps to enfOMO the nenaltlcs under the provisions of "Tho Auok feud Municipal Police* Act, 1868," against all persons creating any nnisauco in any part Of tno District, by draining into the pnblio road* | ways or otherwise. Seorotary. Dated February 17.1882. I ' TO THE RATEPAYERS OP MUDNT ALBERT. Ladies ani» Gkntlemkn,—The nominatloa of tho five porgoiiH to represent the Mount Albert Licensing Committee is a direct lnßalt . to the intelligence of tha K&tepayeni, besides i • 1 arrogating to themselves the supreme control of the Dlstrlot. I reswotfully ask you to with hold your promises of support to any candidate till tho day of nomination. I have the honour to be, Ladies and Gentlemen, . ' ' ' Yours very obediently, . SAM. STKPHENBON. Mount Albert, February 17th, 1832, ■-^X TJARQUE GWENDOLINE ~* > X> FROM NEW YORK, VIA (j onß i Knooa aro roqnoatol to pass entries and obtain delivery orders from tho undersigned for tholr Goods without colay. Cargo impeding the discharge of the vessel will be landed and stored at Consignee's risk and expense. A eight entiy to olear the vessel will bepassed at 10 o'clock a,m, on MONDAY, tho,,, 20th innt. TUB HEW ZEALAND SHIPPING CO. I (LIMITED), j Agents. Auckland, February 17,1882, \ UCKLAND SAVINGS BANK. TEMPORARY OFFICES IK DAKB V■ S T» X *•# ' (Next to the Thistle Hotel). B. CAMKRON, ; ■ ' Manager, T I-QUOR I'EA OOMPANYi LONDON. The undersigned baa just rocolvod, per Roman Empibs, a Large Consignment Of the above Company's . rpEA AND yOLTJMES. THE TKA possess groat pungency and power, ' and is lull flavoured. THE BOOKS are Handsomely Bound and by Popular Auihobs. 2s 8d pkblb 3s, -k W. S. CO L L IN 8, PAENELL, AUCKLAND, Sole Agent for New Zealand. Orders by post promptly attended to, and Ooofia delivered to all parti of Town or Suburb*. Terms Stbictly Cash. THE AUCKLAND SALT WA'iJSft BATHS, Bbbakwatkb, '"--■ Are now open for Bathing. The following rates will be ohargod I— Single Bath, 3d Quarterly Tiokot, 12a Monthly Ticket, 6s Half -j early Ticket, £1 Yearly Ticket, £110fl. A Towe lwlil be provided tree "{JjHSB&v™ N.8.-One Cedar Boat, 85 feet long; also, other Seoond-hand Boata lor gale. Boats Let on hire. g \. f | ijOBC ana Foaua. ' LOST, oa the 16th, between the Union Bank and Ponsonby, a Greenstone Pen dant, In thapo like a Wellington boot.—The finder rewarded on bringing it to B. Child, driver of Poneonby 'bns. OBT, last night, between Epsom and Auckland, a Lady's Parasol,—Finder re warded on returning same to 0, A. Cooper, Saddler, Upper Queen-street. ; ■■ LOST, to day (Friday), somewhere about ■ town, four £1 notes, together with P.O. Savings Bank Book, No. 6481.-Finder will re- ~ . celve 10s reward oa leaving them at Stab ' J offloe. .. ••.».■• , . ■ pTS. REWARD —Lost, a'Magpie.— Any- W one bringing the same to Mr Kay, Graf ton / ' ■ Rdad, will receive the above reward. > FOUND, in the Harbour, on Saturday last, a Small Punt. If not claimed within •» a week will be sold.—Apply to Mr James - Peaohey, Parnell Bine. Board ana Keaiaenee. A VACANCY tor Three Gentlemen at Cambridge House (late Colonel Haultaln'o), i] second house from fit, Matthew's Parsonage ■ ■ > Chapel-street; also, a Suite of Apartment* BUAKD AND KESIDKNCE (or two steady men.—Apply .to Btanaway, . corner of Cook and Nelson-streets. ; CJUPERIOR Accommodation for Boarders k3 at the Wynyara Arms Hotel, oorner of Wellesley and Symonds streets. The healthiest position In Auckland.—Thomas MoGann, Pro- ■ ■■■: prietor. . ■ ■■■■■'■. , . ; /XOVKKMUK UKOWNJS HOTJUU, VJT HOBSON-STRBKT. BOARD AND LODGING-_.. _~WB per WOOlt '. " "{ SINGM ROOM Sfiß. « J Amusementav ■ AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIC ■ SOOIBIY. The above Society will give theuauai . - QUARTERLY CONCKRTT . In tho Choral Ball, on MONDAY, March Bth; . 5 Consisting PAKTI.-SACRED MUSIC, AND Pabt n.-SEOULAR MUSIC. All the Solos, Duets, and Choruses will be . aooompanled with Full Orchestra. Admission at Popular Prioes! 3s, 2s, and Is. Conduotor....Prof. V. O. Cailmau. a M. BORTHWIOK, Secretary. Meetings. rpHE late I*Employds1 *Employds of the Union Sash iX and Door Company are requested to meet at the Working Men's Olno TO-MORROW § (Saturday), 18th instant, at 7 p.m. i W. R. TURNER, Secretary. UNION STEAM SAW, MOULDING, SASH AND DOOR CO. (LtMTOD). Notice is hereby given, that so Extraordinary . General Meeting of the Company will'« held, at Mechanics' Bay Office, Auokland. at 8 p.m., on FRIDAY the 10th day of March, 1882, for "* the purpose of confirming certain Resolutions paesedat an extraordinary general meeting of ■'■ ■ the Company, held at Mechanic^ Bay Offloe, Auckland, on the 31st day of January, 1881, Whereby it was resolved— (i). That all existing ArUoles be canoellod. (2), That the Artlolea now submitted bo ■ Instituted therefor, and re-enacted In ! place thereof. DAVID MURDOCH, Secretary. Volunteer Notices. RIFLE BATTALION REGIMENTAL ORDBRS-Feb. 16,1833. 1. The Battalion Parade usually held alter the Monthly Inspection will be dispensed Witt on Tuesday Evening next, the 21et lnst. ' 2. Immediately alter Inspection, a Special - General Muster of every member will be held, ' lor the purpose of taking steps to place the Battalion on a proper footing, and for carrying ■ .t on In an efficient manner. jab. DKKKOM, Major, Commanding Auckland Biflaßatfolion. r AUCKLAND RIBLE ASSOCIATION* ■> Tho Annual Prize> Mjjnq,«^J?ySfS2 Asaociatlon commences TO-S?JUS d»y). at I o'olook "barp. far. AO.Otlbliß' ■ ' B. TOBKS.] [B. O. CABB.J .[B, D. TOMKS. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARYS^. PIANOS! PIANOS I PIANOS! [ To Close Accounts, B. TON KS & CO. HAVE received instructions to aellon Wednesday next, the 82nd instant, at 11 o'olook, THKBK OVXBBTBUNO TRIOHOED PIANOS, In Walnut Cmos, Iron Frames, fay Carl I itenuißch. oJ Stuttgart. « Terms Cash.