SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.

1 1 IhIGH WATER {S^rrioming, 10.30 , .IS^^^m^loJnlng.B.lS ' , MOO.VS AGE.-First Quarter, 10th, 6.17 a,m.

ARRIVALS.

11 ilona, S.S., Amodco, from W hangarci

DEPARTURES.

!! :' Argrle, s.s., Crawford, for \\ lmngarci Onfapcre, 5.8., Ross, for .Southern ports {: .Glcnolg. 8.5., Nsrris, for Tnuranga

Vessels Expected.

1 tavDOV -Doric, s.s., sailed July 28; Laiara, ' '■ ba^ue K.L.H.D., June 18: Asterion, barque i Trnio 19-llermione, ship, W.T.K.D., July 12; Otaki, snip. P.e.W.Q,, August 2; Antares and ' Ganymede, loading. ii! Glasgow. - Embleton, barque. W-M-J-R- ijunc2(via Dunedin); Helen Denny, H.M.T.D., July 5; Akaroa, loading. I New York.—lrene, brigantino, July 17. S Boston.—Clara McGillivray, barque, June 2. I Soutiieun Ports.-Jane Anderson, from I Defiance, from Oamaru; Kndcavour, i| ilfromLyttclton. S I SVDNEY.-Kealandia, P.M.S.S., September H; I if Australia, from San Francisco, September It.

IMPORTS.

Per Te Anau, from Sydney—2ii sacks Al i bonodust,—Adam Laybourn and Co. ExOmapere, from Oamaru—lßo sucks pota [l toes,—Adam Laybourn & Co. i3l Is wards COA; TWISF,-Waipu, from Pakiri, :j: with 20,000 ft timber. ! Outwards Coastwise. — Waiwera. for I Whangarci; Waipu, for Omaha; Pukapuka, , U for Blind "Bay; Agne« Martin, for Russell. The brigantine Clansman proceeds hesce to !! Kaipara to load timber for Rockhampton. A schooner outside Tiritiri was signalled late \ this afternoon. I i The barque Clifton entered out at the Cils ij I i toms today for the Bay of Islands, where she '\ | will load baulk timber for an Australian port. I ' Thes.s. Oraaperc was to have left for "West- I port and Duncdin at 1 p.m. to-day. She takes !f r no pas3enger3. I i The P.M.S.S. Co.'s Zcalandla left Sydney for •'* i Auckland yesterday afternoon, with specie it I valued at £150,(00. She may be expected to ii' arrive early on Tuesday, the 11th I»st. 'V • At the Whangarei loading ground yesterday H 1 afternoon, the cutter Devcron was taking in I coal, and the cutter Dream was waiting the j] * turn. The briffantiuo Myrtlo.from Auckland, bound for Tonga, was at anchor off Whangarei Hearts j on Monday, but had sailed boforc Tuesday « 1 evening when the lona passed. The barque Notero having discharged her in '< i I ward cargo, has boon brought alongside of the I j dock, and will probably bo docked to-morrow :; ii-j morning. > 3 J Captain Norris took tho Glcnolg to Tauranga I I last evening, and (ivptaln Crawford. left In !?& chargo of tho Argyio tor Whangs .. .Iho j change of masters is only for the preseni. i •». • 1 ' Tho Government schoonor llawk.kotch FaiiSY 1 Kelly, and several other vessels wore lying wind ' ij I bound at Whangarci Headß whoii the lona left [jj ! yestorday. : Tho schooner Kate McGregor is discharging 1 -1 her cargo of copra into the barque Glance, for ■j Jconvoyanco to London. '■'■ > i The barquo Glance, now loading for London 5 iat the Itailway Wharf, hat taken in, up to date, ' I about •i.IKX) cases gum, 200 tons cobra, iO casks r I tallow, and a few packages Bundry cargo. I Tho ship Zcalandia is to be berthed in the ! berth at present occupied by the brigantine i* Stanley to-morrow (Saturday) morning, and i breaks"bulk on Monday forenoon. Tho barque Gazelle, which recently sustained i some damago by going ashore at Ponsonby, has i been patched up in Freeman s Bay by Mr C. (i Bailey's workmen. She will again be anchored • '■ in the stream shortly, no arrangement betweon [I : ' the Government and owners having yet been \ \ arrived at. If I The New Zealand Shipping Company request ! by advortisement that consignees of goods ppr t steamer Doric, almost duo from London, will ij take dolivery of cargo from the ship directly <' ifupon her arrival here, in order to facilitate her •j Ij despatch. I % Tho s.s. lona arrived from Whangarei at 7.30 IS i last evening, with the following passengers :— 3* Mr and Mrs Rhodes, Mesdanics Gnbbin, B Mooney, Rutlege, and Gooding, Messrs Arm t| I strong, McCausland, Beaton, Munn, Hanlon, "'I I Bourgo and child, Grant, and Groy. i I i The s.s. Macgrogor, which was to-day wlnd -1 bound in Waitara, will arrive here next week I ito tako up the Whangarei trade. This will per- I Snit tho lona to take over tho running of the s.s. jlf Wellington to Russell and Taurangn, as tho :} latter vessel is about to be laid up for repairs.

PORT OF ONEHUNGA.

DEPARTURE, towena, s.s.. Scott, for Wanganui.

The Union Oo.'s steamer Hawca, with tho out ward San Franciaco mail, is due from Southern ports early on Tuesday morning.

The s.B. Rowcna left at 11.30 a.m. to-day for 3pnnakeand Wanganui with ono passenger, 6 tonß pipes, and 15 tons sundries.

Tho Oreti, for Groymouth via Wanganui, a»d the Hannah Mokau, for Raglan and w aitara, wero to leavo at S o'clock this afternoon.

The weather having moderated, the Douglas md Maegrcgor would get out of Waitara, to-day, tnd should arrfc-o to-morrow.

TELEGRAPHIC SHIPPING.

Whanoarei, this day. Arrived: Argyle, from Auckland, 7 a.m. Tauranga, this day. Arrived: Glpnclg, from Auckland, 7 a.m. Wellington, ycßterday. Arrived: Catolina, barque, WUianiß, from Jlasgow.

London, September 6. Arrived: Archer, ship, from Lyttolton, via Newcastle.

COMMERCIAL.

Evening Stau Office, this day

ii Hunter and Nolan's Weekly Report. ' ' Horses: There was a marked Improvement in • '■the market, both as to tho number submitted for «Uo and in the demand, tho result being that a flfflOd many changed hands at prices satis ■t actory to vendors. Quite an average, num >cr were entered for disposal by auction at he Durham Yards on FrMay. Competition vas Rood throughout tho pale, and those or any •'■ Jilnzllko ft Rood stamp sold readily at prices in a our of Tenders. We <,vote .Hacks, £5 2s, W o £12 10s ; BprinK cart horses, from £16 to A22 3; medium draught, «»5 to £30. Wool, hides, i Wd skins: No first quality of either hides or skins I :\ were offered, but inferior wore higher than the k,-> M-erloua week. Hides wore sold at from 2}d to HR fpor Ib.7sktaß, 2s 9d to it 2d each; tallow, .1 ' ■ Jfci is to tfl 10s per cwt. Cattle: There has been :f* ■onsiderable stir in the market, and, notwith i!« itanding an increased supply, prices wore much noro satisfactory to vendors Uian of late. i There was a smaller number catalogued for tho air at Papakura on Monday than on the - "•' xirrcspondlng one ot last roar. Prices, parti :i 'Ularly for steers, had an upward tendency, and • ■'• i ilarae number could have been placed at prices /LI atlafactory to vendors. There was a fair li< nuster of dairy and store stock, ftnd a good one ~ t >f fat beasts. On Tuesday, at Newmarket, % irlces for stores showed no material alteration I romthat ruling at the fair on the previous day, ? v lor was thero a noteworthy alteration in dairy , I : fm-kR but for fat beasts competition was li :- feSod, and «i advance of fully 2s per IOOIbs was 1 iivxsn. Tho Papakura Yards, on Wednesday, at II! he usual monthly sale, w.ero fairly well filled. , I "rfcea wore higher than on the previous month. !•■ t Vo quote calves at 19b to 20s; yearlings, 308 to Ml 3s; dry cows, HI 17s 6d to il ; two-year-old I Sir i hn^rs Sato Sa lOs; grown steers, £410s to £0 I' & 6d Slu-opT: Thiro was a largo muster at I Howmarket on Tuesday, and there was a cor \m espondmg doraand, consequently prices were 1! rell maintained, although best wothors were : I carcoly so high as the previous week. ALFRED BUCKLAND'B WISEKLT IIBPORT. hi At the Haymarkct on Friday loaf, fodder was E : n moderate supply, and ranged inWo from Is I 1 A to6s3d per cwt; oats, 2s6d to 2sßd; maizo, ffilf ■! sto3s 3d per bushel; Hobart potatoes, £i 10s fr ton Horso stock were abundant and sold reely at late values. On Tuesday, hay was I 9 intiMrsiiDDliod than usual, and in steady demand tßWdw'svalucs. Hydes were pitched in full li 1 umCa Prices ranged from kto SdMttlu or lb Tallow, 23s to 27s 6d per cwt; butohers' ■ hnenskins, 3s id to 3s lOd; station gkino, from -s ■ achT At Waiuku, on Saturday, a larger than : E .voroKO mußter of cattle met with a i ■ -ood local demand at satisfactory prices. • vt Puke-kohc, on Monday, Oiero was a full 1 Ulster of stock, a good number being dairy ; ows. For all steers Brought forward, there was II n advance in values of about 08 per head. '■ ''oung cowb were also in better inquiry. At ' E 1 temuero, on Thursday, dairy cattlo were '■ I umcrous and at late values. Store cattle in 'f i otter inquiry. Fat cattle maintained the ■ r dvanceoflost week; best quality were at 25s the I: »lbs. Fat shoep were without alteration in <\ rice • steady at 3d per lb; fat lambs, from 9s to Ssoaoh. Pigs, numerous and inlbrisk inquiry.

Banks and Co.'s Weekly Report. at Parawai on Thursday, fat cattle were above je average supply, mostly steers of good ?mlitar Top sorts brought 23s per lOOlbs; uwi tint »o choice, from 20s upwards. Sheep ? e 7e plentiful, and Bold freely at 18s 3d to 27s

"The Potent Poison Quite O'eraomcs my Spirit," cries Hunilet, as he fulls, touched with the deadly bane with which the foil of Laertes was tipped. Oh! that the world would exclaim against the quicker and more potent poisons that lurk in the spurious imitations of Udolpho Wolfe's Schiedam Akomatic Schnapps.

SCINTILLATIONS

"CAMHiLE " in the Opera Ilonso to-night. Heavy gale at Wellington last night. Rev. Lindsay Mackio, Dunedin, died last night. Dreary prospects for to-morrow's football inn tch. A horse-trough is being erectod at tho corner of Queen-street and Victoria-street. Cannot those religious debaters give any thing better than " cauld kail hot again ? " Some streets in Christchurch are deserted by their tenants on account of floods. Tho most civil question during tho cold weather is apt to receive a frigid reply. Great damage is being done at liawera by shifting sandhills covering tho soil. The Hoods caused a slip on railway near Oamaru, delaying traffic for several hours. Only 'M of the Dunedin unemployed have taken tho work offered them. The agita tors, as usual, won't work. Tho distillers would never bo in such favour with tho ladies if they were not all mashers. "Crushed strawberry" is a now colour which will probably be worn by tha creint. de la creme. Playgoers should roll up in force to night to tho benefit of Miss Louise Daven port. To-morrow last, aptxjaranco. I'onsonby Oddfellows nave a dinner and ball in their hall to-night. A boncdust nuisance in Dunedin is to go on because the law provides no penalty for it. Mr J. K. Redmond's marriage to Miss Dalton is fixed for the 4th September. In tho child-murder case at Hawora, no trace can be found of tho reputed father, a man named Williams.

Somo Holland publishers have begun printing their publications in bluo ink on a light green paper, which, it is stated, gives great relief to the eye of tho reader.

The Industrial Exhibition at Christchurch promises to be a great success. It i.i doubt ful if thero will be Hpnco for all tho ex hibits.

Kincaid, McQueen and Co., of Dunedin, aro tho successful tenderers for tho con struction of the iron work of tho new bridge there. The price haw not transpired. Streets in Christchurch are submerged by tho Hoods yesterday. Tho Sydenham lino of railway is flooded; and all the country from East Belt to New Brighton is under water. Aucklanders should bo thankful they live in a hilly country.

Chief Post-office, Auckland.

Mails will Close as UNDER :— Tina Day. For Thames, per liotomahana, at 1 p.m. For Whangarei Heads, l'arua. Wnlpu, AVhanga rei, Kamo, Tangihua, and Mangapai, per lona. atl p.m. For Thames, per Enterprise, at 5.30 p.m. Saturday, siH inst. For Waiwera, Mahurangi, Matakana, Mnnga wai. etc., per Rose Casey, at iO a.m. For WaiUira, etc., per Douglas, at 1.1 a.m. For Waterford, Tauranga, etc., per Roto mahana, atM.3op.ni. For Thames, per Kotomahana, at 1 p.m. Monday 10th inst. For Coromandcl, per Coromamlol, at 11.30 a.m. For Whitiangi and Upper Mill, per Argyle, at 3 p.m. For Tauranga, Ohincmutu, and Opotiki, per Wellington, at I p.m. For Russell, Kawakawa, Whangaroa, and Mongonui, per Glcnolg, at 1.30 p.m. For Gisborne, per Southern Cross, at 5 p.m. Tuesday, nth inst For Tnranaki and Southern I'rtrts, per HaWca, at 11 a.m. Per s.s. Zealandia as follows :— For Sandwich Islands, United States of America, Canada, British Columbia, Central and South America, and British and Foreign West Indies, at Ip.m. For United Kingdom and Continent of Europe, at 1 p.m. For money orders, rcgistcrod letters, and newspapors, at 11.30 a.m. Late letters, bearing an extra fee of six pence in addition to the postage, will be received by the Mail Agent on board the steamer up to the time of sailing. This mail will be de due in London on Mon day, October 22nd. ISS3. For Russoll and Kawakawa, per Tarawcra, at 1 p.m.

NOTE.—Lato letter boxes have now boon fitted into ttie guards' vans on the Auckland Railways, in which letters bearing one extra rate of'postage as Into fee may be posted for conveyance by trains carrying limits. Those boxes will bo cleared by postal officers at olllcos along tho railway lines. Care must be taken not to post letters in any van not attached to a train.

S, B. BISS, Chief Postmastor. Chief Post-office, Auckland.

Meetings, Entertainments, Etc.

SEPTEMBER 7, 1883. Abbott's Opera House—" Camilla," compli mentary benefit to Hiss Davenport, 8 p.m. Ponsonljy Hall—" An Evoning with Dickens,'' sketch of author and readings by Mr YV. If. Warren, 8 p.m. Ponsonby (Miss Hill's)— Professor Bernard's Modern Dances, 8 p.m. Theatre Royal—Continuation of Debate bo twecn Messrs Brown and Hutson, 7.30 p.m. Onehunga Hall—Gospel .Tompcranco Mis sion, 8 p.m. Oddfellows' Hall, Ponsonby — Loyal Odd fellows' Dinner and Ball ; Dinnor at 6.30 p.m.; Dancing at 9 p.m. St. Thomas's School-room—Meeting of Par ishioners, 7.30 p.m. Alexandra-street—Mr Clendlnnlnß'fl Singing Class, 7.30 p.m. Wolleelcy-street School-room — Meeting o' Members of Educational Institute, 7 p.m. Working Men's Trado and Labour Council, 8 p.m. Protestant Hall, Newton—Rev. T. M. Fraser's Lecture on " Tho Confessional," 7.30 p.m. Pitt-street Wesleyan School-room—Lecture by Mr John White, "'Maori Laws and Customs," 7.J0 p.m. Vincent-street— Professor Cailliau's New Ele mentary Singing Class In Harmony, 7.30 p.m.

Marriage.

PAEKER—BURSLEM.—August 20th, at St. Barnabas Church. Sydney, by Rev. It. Ray mond King. H.A., (ioodwin, only son of the late R. F. Packer, Esq., grandson of Captain Packer, R.X., to Ida Elizabeth, youngest daughter of F. 11. Rursleni, Esq., of Auckland, New Zealand, formerly of lI.M. Uth Regiment of Foot, niece of Captain Godolphin Ilurslcm, K.M., and granddaughter of tho late Colonel Uurslcm, Royal Arliliery.

Deaths.

BRATHWAITE.—On September 6, EmllyMary Margaret Hrathwaite ; aged 87 years. The funeral will leave her lute residence, Unpcr Symonds-street, to-morrow (Saturday), Bth inst, at 3 o'clock p.m. COOPER.—On September sth, at his resilience. Green-street, Ponsonby, William Cooper; need 73 years. The funeral will leave his late residence at 3 p.m. on Saturday. Friends will please accept this invitation. HEATH.—On September 7th, ut her residence. New North Road, after a long and painful illness, Lydin Mary, relict of the late Job Heath ; aged 08. Fell nsleop In Jeans. Funeral on Sunday, 9th, at 3 p.m. Friends aro respectfully invited. THORNE.—At Ponsonby, on fith September, Stuart Leslie, infant son of William and Ellen S. Thome ; aged 15 months. WILSON.—On September 6,1883, Flora Wilson (aged 30 years), the beloved wife of James Thomson Wilson, of Warkwarth, Mahurangi. Tho funeral will leavo the residence of her father, N. McCulsky, top of Hobson-street, on Sunday, thoSthinst., at 2.15. Friends are in vited to attend.

The Evening Star: WITH WHICH ARE INCORPORATED The Evening News, Morning News, and Echo.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1883.

For tho ct-uso that lacks assistance, For tho wrong that needs resistance, For the futuro in the distance, And tho good that we can do.

Tomorkow will witness tho closing scone of tho second session of tho eighth Parliament of New Zealand, and ive do not suppose that there Is one so poor as to drop a tear of re gret over thß occurrence. Had hon. mom- Bers (though it seems refined irony to call them so) sottlod down soberly to the business of the country, thero was much useful work mapped out for them to do, and which would have kept them employed for another month ; but it was plain that there was no disposition for work, and it is there fore woll that the agony is not to bo prolonged, but that the country, wearied of pointless speeches, stupid obstruction, and scurrilous personali ties, is to have a period of political rest. The real business of the session closed yesterday, and only tho formal prorogation now remains to eventuate. The experience of this year has not been very flattering to the principle of triennial Parliaments. Tho second year of such a Parlia ment should bo its best]J for useful work—the " new blood " being ineffective the first year on account of unacquaintanco with the forms and business of tho House, while tho third year is sure to bo devoted to the discussion of tho "politics of the future," each member striving to pose in a popular light before his consti tuents in view of tho approaching elections. The greater portion of the session has bean spent in an utterly profitless manner. True, there have been a number of bills passed into law, but as a rule the measures which the countiy wanted have been rejected, after long discussion, while those measures which were matters of supremo indifference have been scrambled through without any consideration what ever, though the latter may em body some very objectionable pro visions. The last act of the legislative comedy was, appropriately enough, devoted to a personal matter—a warm debate taking place over the motion to adopt the report of the Dargaville Charges Committee. Some well-meaning members tried to persuade the Government to allcuv this matter to lapse, but Mr Dargavino spoiled their good intentions by making a violent speech, in which he virtually repeated his charges of corruption, and defied the authority of the House. It is noticeablo that this action on his part appears to hare (]uite alienated from him the sympathy of tho Opposition ; for, witti two exceptions, the party retired from tho House rather than vote for the non-approval of the com mittee's report. Ihe member for City West has made his appeal from the House to the country, and though tho electors may care as little for the subject as hon. members do, they must bear the in fliction. Some people seem to think that Mr Dargaville is entitled to attitudinize as the champion of liberty of speech and a martyr to a sense of duty. There could be nograndermistake. That gentleman has been accorded a liberty almost amounting to license, and that his speech of yesterday was allowed to pass unchallenged shows that tho House has no desire to muzzle him. He will shortly appear before the elec tors. Having been found guilty by one tribunal he thus appeals to another, and we have every confidence that the common-sense of the electors of City West will lead them to properly ap praise the value of his charges of corrup' tion. It is unfortunate for the colony that " the last dying speech " of the session should be a reiteration of such disgraceful accusations, which all the members of the House seem to have been convinced were without foundation.

This week's Star Saturday Supplement will contain:—Random Shots, by "Zamiel;" continuation of tho exciting tale, "Out of the Storm;" "The Old Homestead," by John Blackman ; " New Zealand Fisheries," by Consul (Jriflin ; " The Bad Girl's Diary;" "The Bad Boy Tries a Fenian Outrage ;" a complete tale, entitled " Love a la Mode ; " "The Patent Mother-in-Law j" Scientific Notes, Extracts for Ladies, Poetry, Extracts, &c, &c,

The criminal proceedings this morning wore held in the renovated Police Court, and the acoustics wore better than for merly. Messrs Keano and Jeiikinson have done their work with skill and taste, iin. narting a feeling of security to all who sit beneath the ceiling.

Thore have been very few alterations made in quotations for Auckland produce since our price-list was last published. Eggs are worth lOd per dozen wholesale and Is retail, and butter Is per lb whole sale and Is 3d retail. The gum market remains quiet at last week's values.

The prevalent* of very unfavourable weather during the past few weeks has interfered somewHat with the progress of work on the new wharf at l'onsonby, and consequently the contractor has been granted a short extension of time. Piles and stringers have already been placed in posi tion for a distance of oliO feet from the shore, and an additional 7o feet outwards will complete the required length, and give a depth of about i feet of water at low tides.

There was a very good attendance at tho conacrt in the Newton Athemuum last even ing, in aid;of St. Benedict's Church Fund. The programme included selections by the orchestra,.songs by Miss A. Lorigan, Mi- Garland, Mrs Fox, Miss Knight, Mr Stodart, duct by Mr and Miss Lorigan, and cornet solos by Mr McComish. Mr Owen Mahon apologised for the unavoidable ab sence of Mr O'Sullivan and Miss Connolly, whose names had appeared on tho pro gramme.

The passengers who arrived from London by the ship Zealandia yesterday were landed at the Queen-street Wharf by the steamer Tongariro this morning.

A gentleman named Coster, employed in the Customs Department, in coming to town this morning slipi>ed on the pavement under Mr Dainpier's verandah, and fell heavily to the ground. When he attempted to rise ho found that the fall had put his ankle out, and the pain it caused him was so greot that he could not walk. A cab was therefore procured, in which he was taken home. Tho spot where the ac cident occurred is really dangerous and should receive tho immediate attention of tho city authorities. Many persona have fallen there before, and persons acquainted with the locality arc accustomed cither to give it a wide berth or to tread vory gingerly over it.

At a special meeting of the Committee of the Auckland Regatta Club, which was hold last meeting, notice of motion was given "That tho Committee should be in creased by the addition of six new mem bers." It was pointed out that such an addition was absolutely necessary in order that the town and suburbs might be pro perly canvassed for subscriptions. Other important matters, such as the fixing of prizes for the various events to take tako place on Regatta Day, were postponed for consideration at a meeting of the Com mittee, to be held next week, when it is ex pected there will be a large attendance.

The anniversary address delivered by His Excellency Sir W. F. D. Jervois at tho oponing of the sessions of the New Zealand Institute on Bth August last, lias been issued in pamphlet form. The address, which extends to '21 large octavo pages, is a thoughtful and vigorous one, dealing with events in tho recent progress of science and literature, and referring especially to the aims of the New Zealand Institute, of which His Excellency is President.

Tho annual mooting of tho Ponsonhy Cricket Club was to have been held last evening, but, with the object of securing « fuller attendance of mombers, it was ad journed till next meeting.

"A Young Woman's" views on the CD. Act are contributed by a lady corres pondent, who thanks "Resurgam" for the information that tho law in question is spe cially formed for married men. She recom mends imprisonment for all men found com municating disease.

A telegram from Christchurch, printed elsewhere, gives tho names of the young gentlemen who havu successfully passed the recent law examinations, and amongst them we recognise the names of five belonging to Auckland. These are :■ —Messrs W. Bloom field (with Hcsketh and Richmond), Andrew Hanna and A. Buchanan (with \Vhitnker and Russell), W. J. Napier (with ,J. A. Tolo), and W. C'arruth (with W. Thorne). Mr Richmond, son of Mr Justice Richmond, has also passed. Ho served somo time in Mr Coleman's ottice. In duo course the formal applications will bo made to the Court for enrolment and admission to practice.

To the Editor : Sir, —A letter in your paper of last night gave me pleasure, as the suggostion it contained would, 1 think, if speedily put into practice, prove a boon to ladies who are not blessed with affluence, I refer to the subject of a repository for tho disposal of useful and ornamental work. I remember such an institution at Homo. The lady president was tho daughter of tho Archbishop of Dublin, and the repository was managed by an elderly lady—tho daughter of mi officer. The able advoaacy of your "Star of the evening " would add much weight, to this cause—l presume quite in harmony with your motto, "For tho cause," &c.—lam, &c, An Observer.

The conversaziono and art exhibition in connection with the Beresford-slreot Church was brought to a conclusion last night, after a most successful run. The only new exhibits of interest were a piece of the Atlantic cable, brought to Auckland by Mrs Self, and a printed copy of ono of Cicero's works, 1)31 yeans old, shown by Mr H. Shaw. An auction of the unsold articles was conducted by Mr Arthur during the lat ter part of the evening, and caused a great deal of amusement. The prize loaf of bread brought as high a price as 2s lid, while the cake and pastry was eagerly bought up. A very attractive musical programme was gone through to the gratification of tho visitors. It is expected that the total not proceeds of the affair will exceed foO. In our report of the conversazione last evening, tho namo of Mr Fred Baxter, ono of the most indefatigable members of the gentlo man'g committee, was misprinted Baaton.

" Justitia " is thanked for his communica tion, tho publication of which would bo of no public service.

Tho proposed whale-boat race in connec tion with tho Auckland Regatta of ISB4 appears to bo attracting considerable atten tion both in this port and clsewhore, and it is evident that if a handsome money prize is offered, tho number of competitors will be great. Tho Waitara Rowing Club, for instance, will send a crew (perhaps two) if sufficient inducement offers. Tim Savage, of the Thames, offers to build a boat and find a crew on the samo condition, while another crew is expected to enter from the samo locality. Clare, the boat-builder, also ofl'ors to build a boat for the race, while a rowing club recently formed in Parnell has also announced its intention to supply a crew. Tho Whites, of Mercury Bay, are spoken of as likely com petitors, and it is very probable that a Kaipara crew will shortly go into training for the event. In addition to this, there is the boat built by Mr Bailey which took port in the North Shore Kegatta, the samo crew being anxious to compete, while inquiries have already been made at the boat-building sheds with reference to the building of another boat for an Auckland crew. However, all these de pond on a prize between £60 and £100 being offered, for as the b.uilding of a boat will cost about £50, and each crew consists of live men, tho expenses incurred by intend ing competitors will necessarily bo great.

Mr August Vollbracht, a gentleman of long experience in the manufacture of to bacco, is presently in this city in connection with a proposal to form a New Zealand Tobacco Manufacturing Company, having its head-quarters and manufactory in Auck land. Mr Vollbracht has been for several years promoting the culture of tho tobacco plant in this colony, and has succeeded in getting farmers to grow excellent samples in Wanganui, Taranaki, and Povorty Bay districts. Being convinced, how ever, of tho superiority of tho Auck land soil and climate for the growth of tho plant, he has come here, and hopes, froirj^ the encouragement ho has already received, to float a company with a capital of £20,000. Tho preliminary meet ing is to beheld early next week, and when the prospectus, &c, are before us, we shall revert to the subject at greater longth. Wo can only say, meantime, that the project is a most promising one botli for the farmers around, who aro to be encouraged to raise a good paying crop on their own lands, and to the shareholders, who are pretty certain to secure large dividends, while tho benefit which will accrue to the Aifckland district from being the centre of such an import ant manufacture will be very great.

In reply to the article in yesterday's issue on " Damp in Brick Walls," a corres pondent writes defending the local brick layers from tho charges made against them. He maintains that tho workmen do their duty skilfully and thoroughly, and challenges the writer to disprove it. Whether the "grouting" is properly done or not, our correspondent has some " sand " about him; but he must use a more courteous phrase before his letter can get a place in our columps,

Tho monthly entertainment of the Qraf ton Road Band of Hope was hold last even ing in the Woaloyan School-room. Tho attendance was very good. Mr Douse pre sided, and introduced the proceedings. Tho school choir gave several glees and choruses, and members gave readings arid recitations. We observed, however, both in singers and reciters, a want of care, aris ing most likely from neglect of practice. Mr John Walker was to have given his "Three Pretty Pigeons," but was unable to bo present. Mr James Williams, of Lon don, gave an excellent address, " Shadows of the Past," Which attracted much atten tion.

"Anti-Bosh " writes to confute a local clergyman's teaching to his Bible class that the "Brownitcs" resemble the Sadducees of old; Such a subject should be fought out at the Bible class, and not in a secular newspaper.

An elderly mini named Quinlan who had served under Lord Gongh in India, was run in thlv afternoon, being unable to right about. He will bo charged in the ranks of Bacchanalians in the morning.

Mr G. W. GrijKn lias had published in neat form for private circulation copies of his able address delivered at the Gospel Temperance Mission meetings recently lie Id in the Theatre Royal.

Rowing appears to )>e attracting some little attention in Pornell, and it is probable that during the ensuing season thin specios of aquatic .sport will bo well patronisedby the residents of the horouuli. One rowing club has already boon formed, and we under stand a movement is on foot to establish d second club.

Messrs Weston, Allan, and Holmes, the law examiners, who have been sitting at Christchurch, have recommended for pass ing the following : —lzard, Watt, Napier, McGregor, Keppenberger, llalliwell, Adams, Treadwell, Raymond, Morrison, Caygill, Finch, Carruth, Widowsen, Heman, Buchanan, Meal's, Richmond, Lynch, Gallo way, Crawford, l'irani, Hanna, Fitzgerald, Moore, Moynahan, Atkinson, Palmer, Joul, Wilkinson, Bloomiield, Meatyavd, Holmore, Benwick, Calvert, Henderson, Ross, Bur nett, and Finn. The oxaminers have not yet awarded the Christchurch gold modals and certificates of merit, but somo sets of excellent papers are under their considera tion.

Tho Pitt-street Wesleyan Young Men's entertainment came oIF lust evening, tho Rev. A. Reid presiding. The glees wero rendered by the Pitt-street Church choir, and tho instrumental portion by the orchestra, composed as follows : — First violins, Messrs White and A. Tait; second violin, Mr Minchor; viola, Mr Mumford ; double bass, Mr Borthwick ; cornet, Mr E. Tait; llutc, Mr Jarnion; clarionotte, Mr Westpfahl; piano and leader, Mr Hooten, The following was the programme: — Overture, "Aureole," band; reading, "Colourable Religion," Mr Porter; recita tion, "Children's Hospital," Mr McDowell; gleo, "Hark the Distant Belle," choir; recitation, "Curfew Boll," Mr 11. John ston; recitation, "Surrender of Douglas," MrO. A. Buttle; overture, " Pretty Pet," band ; reading, Mr Beaumont; glee, "When the Rosy Moon," choir; over ture, "Tiny," band; reading, "A Peep Beyond," Mr Brown ; operatic selection, bund; recitation, "I all of Welsey," Mr I'1. Winstone ; glee, "The Chorus of Huntsmen," choir; reci tation, " Progress of Madness," Mr Law rence; glee, "0, Summer Winds," choir. The audience was most appreciative of tho various parts of tho programme, as shown by their applause. As a wliolo, tho meeting was a great success, and, considering tho counter-attractions and inclemency of tho weather, was well attended. A vote of thanks was accorded tho choir and organist, Mr Lambert, for their services. This was moved by Mr Beaumont, and seconded by Mr Joshua Jackson.

CABLEGRAMS.

[reutkr's telegrams.] Tho Franco-Chinese Difficulty.—Warlike Preparations. London, September 5. THE Marquis Tseng, the Chinese Ambas sador at Paris, has been requested by the French Government to explain the entry of Chinese troops into Tonquin. In the event of the answer proving unsatisfactory, they they will be expelled. China will ask Eng land to mediate in the matter. London, September G. The Viceroy of Southern China has posi tively asserted that China will not give her sanction to the treaty entered into with France by Hupima, the Pretender, after the flight of the King of Annum from Hue ; and he further considers that if France fails to satisfactorily arrange with the Marquis Tseng, tho Chinese Ambassador, war must ensue. A largo quantity of bullion and other munitions necessary for the purpose of carrying on war are being sent to Canton. The Chinese Press show a warlike atti tude, and urge that the operations and advances of the French must be oheckod. Chinese seamen serving on board French vessels are deserting in largo numbers. Violent Gales—Serious Injury to Shipping —Thirty Vessels Missing, London, September 5. A succession of gales of extraordinary violence has beon experienced during the last two days. The Lady Jocelyn, outward bound, has just put into Spithcad for re pairs. Tho City of Tanjore jettisoned 90 tons of cargo and put back. The Sydon ham, Aldborough, Legards, and Cairnbulg, have put into various ports for repairs, Loxdok, September G. Severe storms have been experienced at Newfoundland, and it is feared that a large number of lives and considerable property have been lost, as thirty vessels are reported as missing. Tho Cholora Suppressed and Quarantine Abolished. Cairo, September 5. Quarantine has been abolished at Port Said, tho rapid suppression of tho cholera epidomic inT3gyptl>aving rendered its con tinuance unnecessary. Constantinople, Septombor 5. Prince Alexander, of Bulgaria, has an nounced his intention of abandoning the despotic form of Government, and has ap pointed a Commission to draw up a charter of liberty for the people.

[sI'ECUL TO PRESS ASSOCIATION.] London, September 5. Sir Bartlo Froro and the Colonies.

Sir Bartlo Frero, in an articlo in tho "National Review,"advocates that,pending the attainment of aplonial representation in the Imperial Parliament, tho Agents- Generals of tho various colonies should form a Colonial Council of advice to the Imperial Cabinet. He also speaks highly of the Agents' pacific despatch. Tho " Pall Mall Gazette" says that if Franco seizes the New Hebrides Mr Glad stone will find it difficult to resist the pressure of the Australasian Colonies for a far wider annexation than any yot contem plated.

POLICE COURT.- This Day.

[neforo H. (1. Solh Smith, Esq., H.M.]

DUUNKENNESB. — l'Mve nenjons—three 5a each, two 10», with costs.

VAGKAHT Act. -John Walker was charged with having no visible, lawful means of a live lihood.— Defendant., v very old man, denied tho charge. Had sbtponou in his pockot.-John ltyan, oonstablo of Newnmrkot, tuuml tho old man lying hy the roadside in Kybor Pass Koad. He mis in a most miserable and deatitute condi tion.—To prisoner : Don't say you woro drunk : you wen; m a destitute condition. You would not slay in the Old People's Kel'ugc.—Constablo McLollan gave similar evidence. — Prisoner admitted being in gaol for tliroo months.— Ordered to prison for six months. BuEAOHtis ok By-Laws. — Tho following charges under the City By-Laws wero heard and adjudicated upon : — Ann Lynch, light out, Claurieardc Hotel, Ss.—Alfred Collins, charged with damaging v tree in Wollesloy-strcet East. Defendant pleaded not guilty. Sorgoant Kiely dupoard 'that defendants horse wns lied to a tree, anil had torn tho bark oil' all round tho treo. lie spoke to defendant, who took away the horse. Defendant said he was charged with wilfully damaging the tree, when, in fact, he did not touch it. Patrick Uraily was at work in the street on the 2'Jth August, and saw the horso committing the damage.—William 'Wells, City Park koopor, deposed to tho damage. Ho esti mated tlie dnimige ut about 10s. Ho thought it would recover. — His Worship said he quite understood that tho defend ant did not, intentionally injure tho tree, but ho did something which caused the damage. Fined, fis; coats, tl la.—John Morrow, three cows in Nelson street. Sergeant Whito explained. 5s and costs.—Thomas Trcvathan was lined Is and costs for permitting the chimney of his house in York-street to bo on tiro on tho 30th lilt.

Doos.—George Strung was charged with being the owner of an unregistered dog.—Mr Goldic, Inspector, said the cuso had been adjourned as defendant had stated that he hud registered it in Coronuindcl. Ho had made inquiries, and found tho statement untrue. Strang had since taken out a collar.— Fined lrs and costs.—Wm. Stevenson, similar charge said the dog did not belong to him. Ho gave it to his cousin yestor day.—Fined 5s and costs.

UNMQHTKD Hoarding.— A charge against Thomas Colcbrook was adjourned until Tuesday morning. PitomisTTOßY OnDßit.—Mr Francis Hoigh way, agent of Krten Terrace, made an applica tion for a prohibition order under tho Licensing Act of 181)1, restraining hotclkcepcrs from sup plying his son, George llcighway, with in toxicating drinks. His son had been in the habit of drinking to excess for the past four years, lie believed that domestic troubles drove him to his unfortunate habit. He was wasting his means and destroying the peace of the family. Ho hud given his son a written notice that an application for a prohibitory order would be made.—Robert Peace gave cor roborative evidence—Tho Court at once granted the order.

,DoHHV. Bohr.—'Phoro was no appcarancoin this case—Struck out.

The Wavbklev Licknse.—His Worship pro ceeded to give judgment in this case, in which George Isles Pantcr was charged with selling a glass of wine to Mr Stewart, at a place known as Powell's Dining Rooms, under a permitaigned by the Chairman and two members of thu City East Licensing Committee. His Worship re plied to tlie points of law, and considered that a conviction must, follow; ho had no doubt but that defendant hud acted bonajldc in tho con scious bulieilhat he was doing right under a vulid uomniisMou, when m /act he wua not, under certain section:"; of Hie Act. The tine, however, would he nominal. Is and coats'.—Mr Laishle\ aakod it His Worship would kindly reduce his judgment to writing, which His Worship promised to do. Tli ia was all the business.

AUSTRALIAN.

Tho Annexation Conference,

Melbourne, Soptembor 0. In the Legislative Assembly this ovening, Mr Service announced that tho arrange ment for tho meeting of tho Intercolonial Convention on the annexation question has been finally settled, and that the convention would hold its first meeting in Sydney at tho end of November. Melbourne, September 6. The sentence of death which was passed upon the prisoner Burns, who waa found guilty in March of tho murder of Michael Quintan, of Wickliffe, in 1880, has been confirmed, Syiiney, September 6. A proclamation has been issued to-day summoning tho New South Wales Parlia ment to meet for tho despatch of business on October 9. .

LATEST PARLIAMENTARY.

Wkllinoton, this afternoon. Tho Hinomoa's Sailing. It is still blowing a gale, and If it does not moderate, tho Hinemoa, with tho Northern members, will not leave at 7 a.m. to-mor row. Sovcral who Intended to go by her if she had left last night will now wait over tho football match. Mr Dorgavlllo and tho Electors. Mr Dargaville goes to Christchurch to take his son to college, and shortly after arrival in Auckland will address his con stituents,

THE MILKS TOURNAMENT.

Tub preparations for the ohess tournament on Monday evening, which have been made on a very elaborate scale, are now complete, and a highly successful result is anticipated for tho performance. Indeed, that may almost bo considered a forcgono conclusion. The cast of characters iB ns follows :—

Red King, Mr H. P. Pago ; lied Queen, Mm John Koss ; H. King's Bishop, Mr C. S. H. McKinney ; R. Queen's Bishop, Mr W. Culpan ; R. King's Rook, Mr J. A. Whitson ; R, Queen's Rook, Mr C. Chap man ; R. King's Knight, Mr James Ainslie ; R. Queen's Knight, Mr John M. Geddis ; K. Sorgeant-at-Arms, Mr J, M. Clark ; R. Herald, Mr T. L. Whito j R. Herald's Trumpoter, Mr Hay; Court Jester, Mr Townsend. Four Court ladies, four pages, and eight pawns. White King, Mr Alex. Aitken ; Whito Queen, Miss Rooko ; W. King's Bishop, Mr Wm. Wood j W, Queen's Bishop, Mr H. C. H. Walker ; W. King s Rook, Miss Ellen Kier; W. Queen's Rook, Miss Kier; W. King's Knight, Mr John Beveridgc; W. Queen's Knight, Mr Nolan, jun. ; \V. Sergeant-at-Arms, Mr Wm. Anderson ; W. Herald, Mr Anderson (nephew olMr Clark); W. Horald's Trumpeter, Mr Bruce, jun. ; Court Jester, Mr Porcival. Four Courtlndies, four pages and eight j>awns. Stngo- Managor, Mr It. H. Stevenson. Players, Mr Andrew Stewart and Mr W. William Gome. As a great deal of curiosity pre vails concerning tho stage business, wo sub join an extract from o Dunedin paper, which, by referring to somo of the inci dents of a tournament recently played there, will indicate the course tho forth coming performance will take. The report is that of the second representation of the tournament: — "The Battalion Band again lent their services, and tho entrance and exit of the armies was accompanied by stirring marches, which greatly heightened the effect of the spectacle Tho games were played by Messrs It, B. Williams (White) and J. K. Anderson (Red), who were seated on the platform, and dictated tho moves to tho heralds. In tho first game the Red Queen was taken by a Bishop. At the an nouncement, " Bishop takes Queen," all the Pawns lowered their lances, and every head was bowed as the Queen moved off tho board, the band playing " Auld Lang Sync." Shortly after this the pleasing ceremony was introduced of crowning a red pawn (Miss Roberto.) Tho event afforded an opportunity for some stately converse between Bishops Churton and Haggitt, and, as before, the oaths ad ministered were very amusing. Her Majesty inter alia promised to assist the Chamber of Commerce in laying before Parliament a bill for the abolition of bankruptcy, further enacting that all bankrupts should bo provided with a free pas sage to NewGuinoa.wheretheyinightinvest their spoil. The Mayor of South Dunedin was also to be afforded royal protection, and sundry other impotant matters attended to. Her Majesty thereafter delivered a speech from the throne (read by Bishop Churtou), in which she viewed with gratification the relations of the Harbour Board and Chamber of Commerce, and made several sage reflec tions upon the Dummyism question."

[ADVERTISEMENT.]

To MR RICHARD FOKGIE, Cab Proprietor, Parnell. Sin,—l beg to oxprcss to you my feelings of regret in having made the remarks which I did make on tho Wharf on Tuesday last about you and your cab, when you wcro about being engaged by a faro. Such remarks wore, I admit, uncalled for, and I much regret that 1 should have used them in public as I did, and I think that you wHI accept this in satisfaction for any iijury or annoyance such remarks may have caused you.—Yours, &c., WILLIAM PRICE.

Auckland, Sept. 7,1883.

PARLIAMENTARY.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

lIIUKSDAV'S SITTING.

[BY TELKORArII. — SPECIAL IMSI'OKTKR.]

Wellington', this day. On the House resuming at 2.30 yesterday afternoon, Major Atkinson moved that the resolu tion passed by tho Committee of Ways and Means be agreed to. Sir Geobge Grky moved as an amend ment that tho resolution bo not agreed to j till the original agreement between Govern ment and the Bank of New Zealand had been produced or a copy thereof. Tho Land Bill and Dummyism. A desultory discussion ensued, in the course of which Mvßolleston expressed re gret at the. loss of the Land Bill, but felt cer tain that its loss would eventually further tho interests of .settlement as against specula tion in land. He Svas sure that during the recess it will bo approved of with no uncer tain sound. Replying toMrJ. McKeNZIE, ho said no decision could bo arrived at re garding the treatment of pastoral land without a conference with the Waste Lands Boards. Replying to Mr Shaw, Mr RolleSjton said none of tho witnesses re Otago " duin myitsm " had claimed protection under tho Indemnity Act. If the Act passed last night, the penal clauses of which were re trospective, could catch offenders, ho hoped it would do so. Major Atkinson's motion was then car ried on the voices, and Major Atkinson and Mr Rollkston were appointed to in troduce a bill giving effect to the resolu tion,. Tho Appropriation Bill was then In troduced and read a second time. The Public Works and Immigration Appropria tion Bill was also introduced, and after a lengthy discussion was read a second time. The House then went into Committee on these two bills,which wore subsequently re ported without amendment. Mr Montgomery, who expressed the opinion that tho Appropriation Act should be the last business of the session, moved an amendment to tho motion for third reading that the debate be adjourned till after the transaction of other business.

Mr J. Buchanan supported the amend ment, as if business was allowed to be trans- . acted after the Appropriation Act was passed.it would lead to abuses. Mr Tuknbull hoped "Mr Mason's motion re tho Dargaville charges would not be passed, as the public would attach no im portance to any decision which the House would arrive at concerning it. The amendment was lost by 37 to 13, and tho House adjourned till 7.30 p.m. On resuming, both Acts were passed. Major Atkinson then moved that the Public Accounts Committee be discharged. Carried on the voices. Mr Dargavlllo's Charges. Mr Mason moved that the report ot the Committee re Mr Dargaville's charges bo adopted. In doing so, lie said the report had been adopted by all the members of the Committee. Mr J. Buchanan thought at the close of tho session it was desirable that lion, members should dismiss all those little ani mosities. In justice to Major Atkinson, ho would say that though tho Government had had a passage of arms with himself the other evening, he had subsequently been good enough to say that the remarks made on that occasion did not refer to himself (Mr Buchanan). Ho did not believe that in his heart Major Atkinson thought his reputa tion required tender watching, and ho ap pealed to moderate men on botli sides of the House to assist him in carrying the amend ment he was about to propose. He then moved the previous question. Mr Montgomery pointed out that it was desirable that the amendment should bo adopted. Tho report of the Committee hud been agreed to unanimously, but if the House was asked to vote on it, it would go forth to the country as a party vote. Mr BRYCE, while he agreed with much that had fallen from the previous speaker, thought that one hon. gentleman should mnko Borne expression of regret. Mr Dak(laville thought there was a moro important question than any con templated by thoso who were endeavouring in a friendly manner to smooth matters over, and thnt was this :■ —Was a member doing what ho considered to be a public duty to be punished for it ? Were ho to re tract or withdraw ono single word lie made uso of in thoso charges which ho made, solemnly believing them to bo true, lie would be unworthy of a seat in the House, and would not daro to face his constituents. Ho complained that tho packed Committee had misled him as to ono chargo. Tho Speaker called him to order. Mr Dakgavillk withdrew the word " packed,"substituting "Committee of the House." lie considered the report biased and not in accordance with the evidence. He quoted from portions of tho ovidenco, which he held supported his contention that ho had been unfairly treated by the Com mitteo. He alleged that the ovidenco showed that the trust money was invested by tho Lifo Insuranco Commissioners (whom ho stigmatised as "weak, obso quious, and sycophantic,") with tho know ledge and consent of the Treasurer, and argued that Government were to blamo for tho transaction, which he characterised as unfair and unsafe. The feeling was that he was to be blamed because ho gavo expression to his views. Was ho to bo eat on by a Select Committee, and porhaps politically ruined for doing what ho considered his duty to his constituents ? Ho said that ho would not now chango places in tho eyes of tho public with thoso gontlemon who wero trying to persecute niin. Adverting to tho ovidenco, Mr Dar gavillo alleged that there had been many contradictions on salient points in the evi dence givon boforo tho Committoo by Civil ocrvants, who, he alleged, had evidently como prepared to answor tho quostions put to them by tho Treasurer. Ho had asked ono of the witnesses if ho knew what ovidence he was to give, and tho witness had replied that he did—that it was about cortain deposits. This being bo, ho thought he was warranted in saying thnt the wit nesses camo prepared, and evou then thero were grave dlscrci«inciea. Mr Dargavillo then went on to assert that the deposit of money was illegal, quoting tho joint opinion of Mr Stout and Mr Reid, and sub sequently ono by Mr Reid, given by direc-1 tion of Major Atkinson while the hearing of these charges was, pending. Ho asserted that those circumstances warranted him in asserting that tho action with respect to the deposit was in a manner not contemplated by law. Ho asked did he want any stronger ovidence than the clauso introduced in tho Public Revenues Act last night.and agreed to, to show, in short, that tho Treasurer had acted in a manner not contemplated by law, which legalised what had previously been illegal ? lie defied tho hon. gentleman and his majority to tako any action they liked. If they adopted tho re port, he would treat it with scorn. Let them follow up the matter to its legitimate conclusion, and declare the seat for City West vacant, and let his constituents bo the tribunal. Lot the Government put forth their pet from the Auckland money ring, which controlled tho financial destinies of tho colony, and he would not be afraid of tho result. Ho was not ashamed of any thing he had said, and when he read his speeches ho was surprised at his own moder ation. He was justified in making those speeches by the wholesale political corrup tion of the Ministry. Mr Dargaville then left the Chamber.

Messrs Huhsthoukb, ,T. C. Brown, and Tuknbullj said the matter should now bo allowed to drop.

Mr Seddok said he was present at the Committee, when he was forced by the Committee to stato one charge only, and ho did not think the Committeo had treated him fairly. It was evident that Mr Dargaville considered the action of Govern ment political corruption. He (Mr Scddon) did not consider it political corrup tion, but it was only a matter of difference of opinion. He thought the matter should bo allowed to res f, and let thoso who sont him here be his judges, Mr Moss hop<d the report would not be adopted. He expressed regret that it was not dofined what was political corruption. Some said that it was political corruption to purchaso political support by means of votes for works, but such charges were still made and no notice taken of them. What some men considered political corruption, others did not. He considered that the action taken in appoint ing a committee had jeopardised freedom of speech. It completely altered the position of this affair. At the outset Mr Darga ville's position was by no means secure, but now he could go to his constituents as the champion of freedom of debate. He urged that the amendment of Mr Buchanan be adopted.

Messrs Sharp, Dodson", Karris, and SiiKrHKHD having spoken, Mr SiiKEHAN wiid . lie was prepared to approach the matter in an impartial spirit. He asserted that the Com mittee had failed to go into the real facts of the case, and the proper way was to allow the matter to stand over till next session,

when, if the charges were made again by Mr Dargnvillo, they could be fully investi gated, They all know that Mr Dargaville's charges were nothing to what had frequently been made in the House, and Major Atkin son himself had offended in this respect, Outside of party he would not hear a word said against the Treasurer or his old friend the Premier ; but above that there was tho law of freedom of speech, which the action taken in this affair tended to affect pre judiciously. Mention had been mode of a suggestion that Mr Dargaville should resign his seat. He now asserted that if Mr Dargaville resigned his seat, not a man in the country who would contest the seat with him on this question could defeat him. Mr Hoiibs—Nonsense ! Mr Sheehan—lf it's Mr Hobbs, it docs not matter much, because lie is always saying "nonsense." Ho asked, "Was Mr Hobbs prepared to resign his seat and contest Mr Dargaville's?" Mr Hocus —1 think the hou. gentleman will have enough trouble before long after his own .seat without troubling iibout mine. (Laughter.) - After this little rcnetmlre, Mr SIIEEHAN expressed the hope that Mr Buchanan's amendment would be adopted. Captain MACKENZIE considered that Mr Dargaville's speech to-night intensified his offence. Mr Joyce hoped that the matter would be allowed to drop; Other members having spoken, the ques tion that tho motion bo now put was carried by 30 to 17, the amendment thus being lost. The question that the report be adopted was carried by 20 to 2, nearly all tho Opposition members having left the House: The House then adjourned till 3 p.m. on Saturday, when the prorogation will take pldce.

Departure of Northern Memßors. Major Atkinsos stated that the Hinemoa would not leave till 7 o'clock on Saturday morning. A heavy gale was blowing, and he understood that the Hawea and other steamers had been put back.

THE FOOTBALL MATCH TO MORROW.

Tho Wellington Team.

[BY TELEORAriI.— OWN KErORTKR.]

Wellington, this day.

There is still great uncertainty regarding tho personnel of tho Wellington team. I, however, have ascertained the following particulars regarding the most important players who will probably meet our men : —

George Campbell (captain of the team)—is the best and hardest forward in the Colony. Having seen all the best players in Now Zealand, and closely watched Campbell's play in the Wellington matches against Otago and Canterbuiy, I have no hesitation in writing this : —Good in scrimmage, dangerous near goal line ; tackles excellently, and splendid kick. Ono fault is his inclination to pick up, in stead of dribbling in loose play. Davy (brother of tho Ponsonby spooler, a veteran player) —Was off last season,but is much improved this, and shewed to great advantage in the AYcllington matches against Otago and Canterbury. He is fast on his pins, passes well, and is one of the surest eollarei'B in the colony. Has a dis position to fumble the ball, and should kick moro.

Brown —Perfect light-weight, fast for ward, works hard in scrimmage, dribbles well, and by following up quickly haa often earned well-deserved score.

A. CoorEK—Splendid heavy weight, hard working forward, very fast and sure collarer, takes the ball well from touch.

Berry—-Light forward, always on ball, and very faithful player ; rarely scores, but assists others to do so.

J. Dumbell—Plays deep or centre half back, very protty little back, very fast, tackles and passes splendidly, and generally ends his runs with usoful drop into touch ; sure pot, and most certain place-kick in the team ; weight, Sst. I'ekky (a Masterton man) —Fair quarter back, but better as forward ; kicks fairly, and runs pretty well. Young—Ono of the best forwards Wel lington possesses ; leaves for Auckland samo day, having been transferred to that city. Hakvkv (a Jlasterton representative)—■ Good useful heavy forward, with plenty of dash, and fast; collars strongly and well. Moore —Has not played much hero ; comes from the West Coast with a good reputation as full back ; strong and sure ; collars fairly fast, and can kick with either 1 foot. Roberts—Very fast; smart light forward; very keen on ball, but rather inclined to play oiT-sido, and does not go into scrim mages, although he scored a try against OUigo. Smith (captain of the College team) — Plays three-quarterback ; inclined to trifle ; slow ; dodges well ; suro and low cellarer ; safe drop with either foot. Aj Thomson. — Another three-quarter back, very smart, hardly ever misses ; re markably fast ; backs up pretty and well; very long but rather erratic drop kick ; good place-kick. Udy (captain of tho Greytown team) — Capital all-round heavy forward ; never tires, and is always where a forward should bo, on the ball. Webb — Honest, hard-working, heavy forward, very fast and splendid tackle ; in- ( clined to kick too hard when in looso play.

Matches To-morrow.

Banks v. Law.—The following will prob ably bo the teams for tho match to-morrow, Banks v. Law, to bo played on the Domain Rise :—Banks—Barton, Bealc, Clayton, Culpan, Goodhuc, Grcgson, Harrington, Kissling, Knight, Martin, McCauslnnd, Severn, Snodgrass, Paton, Tyndall, Young, Wood. Law—Cheeseman, Clayton, Cole man, Dufaur, Hanna, Buchanan, Lusk, MacCormick, Owon, It. H. Reid, C. F. Reid, Skeene, Tuckor, White, Sykes, An sonno. Brown.

North Shore v, Ponsonby.—A football match will be played at the North Shore to-morrow between the North Shore second fifteen and Ponsonby. Kick-off at 3 p.m. sharp. The following are the names : — North Shore—Farquhar, Quick, Somerfield, Wynyard, Spraggon, Grattcn, Murray (2), Slattery, Logan (2), Wood, Diddnms, Pat terson, Williamson, i'onsonby—Stewart, Done, Dewar (2), McDcrraott, Goodacre, CouttSj Lincoln, Bloomfield, • Nightingalo, Dignan, Culpan, Farquhar, Binnoy. Nkwtox v. Boot Factories.—The New ton Football Club will play the various boot factories in tho Domain Hollow to-morrow. The following will represent Newton :— Mills, Berry, Smith (captain), Osmond, Porteous, Brown, Mclndoe, Hobson, Good man, ■ Sexton, Jones, Williamson, Bell, Brabazon, and Snedden. Emergencies— Wilson and Dean.

Hobson v. Paknell. —A football match will bo played to-morrow between Hobson and Parnell. Hobson : Gillespie, Beere, George, McCarthy, Parker, Bailey, Holly, Hardwick, Pinkington, Stephens, Holder, Grey, Sceats, Smith, Donald.

Excelsior v. Monmouth. — A match will bo played to-morrow between the Ex celsior and Monmouth. Excelsior : Braund, Edmonds, Bailey, Banks, Holt, Dowers, O'Donald, Bailey, Baildon, Holt, Gco, Bruco, Ileckct, Smart, Pauker.

To the Editor : Sir,—All lovers of cricket will bo glad to see that at last some one has protested in your columns against the further use this season of the Domain Ground for football. If our foot ball representatives play a selected twenty, let it bo on the eastern side of the ground, instead of, as seems the rule, on the best cricket pitches. Great harm has been done already, and in view of interprovincial matches being arranged, Auckland surely should bo able to provide a decent wicket. —Yours, &c, A Loveb of Both Games.

GREAT PEDESTRIAN MATCHES.

[by telegraph—press association.]

Dunedin, this day.

Messrs Austin and Seymour have managed to come to terms with refovenco to the prc posed twenty-four hours' and forty-eight hours' pedestrian matches with Edwards, the Australian champion. The first of the two events will come off in Dunedin in five weeks' time ; the second a week later. The conditions give Mr Austin the right to name Scott or any other man ho may think pro per for the forty-eight hours' walk. Scott has already been named for tho shorter distance ; and if he shows anything liko his old form, he will also be namad for the longer distance.

The verdict of the people: "Deal with young Chambers for Sewing Machines,

CITY COUNCIL.

Ordinary Business Meeting.

The weekly meeting of tho City Council was held last evening, there being present :— His Worship the Mayor (J. M. Clark, Esq.); in the chair, Crs Stevenson, Field, Dncre, Devore, Phillijips, Crowther, Waddelj Thompson, Aickin, Harper, Fleming, Bell, Burns, George, Masefield, Garratt. Damage to Theatre.— B. Tonks and Co. drew attention to the serious damage being clone to the foundations of the Theatre buildings by the faulty construc tion of the water channels and cesspit in Theatre Lane off Victoria-street.—lnspector Goldic reported that the cause of the com plaint was a defective water-pipo vhich carries the storm water from the top of thci building to the main sewer.— The Engineer reported that he could not find anythin" wrong with channels or cesspits.—Agree2 that a copy of Mr Goldie's report be for warded. Treks at Possosby.—J. G. Henderson' applied for permission to plant oriental palm trees in front of his premises near Three Lamps, Ponsonby.—Referred to the Legal Committee, the Mayor considering it would be objectionable for any isolated action to be taken in this matter. . It would bo different, ho said, if it were decided to plant an avenue of tree?. Compensation.—Lawrence Bourko and William Bolton applied for some coinpen, sation for Napier-street culvert, part of which was washed away last month: About 14 feet had been carried away twice, and they were £30 out of pocket.—The En gineer reported that ho had instructed this Clerk of Works to supply inforttiation on this matter. —Further consideration de; ferred till report is received from Clerk of Works. Right-of-way.— TV. Thorne applied for the consent of the Council to be annexed td deeds of a leasb granting a right-of-way required by Messrs Boylan and Tanfield for a back entrance to their premises from Lome-street.— Referred to the Streets Coin ihittce.

Wkllksley-street Drainage.—John H: Mullins, Parnell, called attention to the filthy state of the channel fronting Mb pro perty at the corner of Nelson and Welles; ley-streets, and added that tho lowering of channel to cesspit at school would effect a remedy.—The Engineer reported this was being done. —Agreed that a reply be sent in accordance with the memo.

Tkam way.—Deferred application of Auck land Gas Company in reference to intention to erect a tramway across Custom-house street was brought up. The Company de sired to know whether the Council would prefer the tramway to be laid on the road or raised above it.—Referred to the Streets Committee.

Lamps.—The Secretary of Gas Company ■wrote, stating that the faulty burners in city lamps would receive immediate atten> tion.- —.James Carlaw reported poor light from various city lamps, and it was reported that they had been attended to.—Agreed that inquiries be made regarding the cost of the glimmers burners. Emily Place Wokks. —The Secretary of the Harbour Board forwarded the terms agreed upon by the representatives of Freezing Company, Harbour Board, and City Council for cutting down of Emily Place. They have already been published. Speaking on the subject, the Mayor said the liability incurred by the Council for compensation would be something between £1,000 and 12,000.—Cr Phillipps said the total amount for com pensation was £4,000.— Cr Garratt thought the Council should bo very careful in committing themselves to those portions of the terms requiring them to provide a new church.—Cr Thompson moved that the whole matter be deferred for a week, copies of the terms to be sup plied to each member for consideration in the meantime.—Cr Bell said the clause re garding the church site would receive con siderable opposition from a certain section of the public.—Cr Waddel said . the Alton Road site was the only one which the Legal Committee knew of or felb in clined to deal with.—Cr Masefield thought the question of site was a small one, com pared with that of grade, and hoped a large amount of money would not be spent on' a grade of 1 in 10.—The Mayor said the Engineer's report on an easier grade would be ready next weok.—The further consider ation was eventually deferred till nest meeting. Gaol Road. — John Shaw, for Messrs Shiela and Smith, osvtiers of property on Gaol Road, drew attention to the dan gerous state of the water channel in front of their property, and suggested that a few loads of stones be packed into the trench. — The Engineer reported that instructions had been given to attend to this matter.— Agreed that an answer be sent accordingly. Waitangi-street. — Earnest Keatley wrote drawing attention to the damage done to his proporty in Waitangi-street, late Wharf .Road, Bayfield, Ponsonby, owing to heavy rains. Ten pounds' worth of damage had been done.—Engineer re ported ho had directed the attention of the Clerk of Works to the matter.—Agreed that answer bo sent accordingly. Building Regulations. —George Graham applied for permission to raise the roof of a shed at the foot of Hobson-street, to make it suitable for a blacksmith's shop. —The Surveyor reported that tho application wag contrary to the building regulations.-- Agreed that the regulation.? be adhered to. Tramways.—Messrs Whitake'r and Russell wrote stating that several trifling alterations had been made in the tramway deeds by the Public Works Department.— The Company had assented to the altera tions, and submitted them for approval of the Council.—Referred to the Legal Committee, tho Solicitor stating that the only question requiring attention was the alteration of the time for commencement and completion of works.—The Mayor said there was now a probability of terms being arrived at between the Borough of Parnell and tho Company. The Department objected to a date being specified for commencement, and required tho completion within fifteen months from issue of Order in in Council.

Elliott-street.—W. McArthur and Company complained of loss occasioned by drainage in Elliott-street having no out let.—Referred to Streets Committee.

Marmiox-street.—The residents of this street forwarded a petition complaining'of the condition of this thoroughfare, asking for drainage, forming, kerbing, channelling, and lighting.—Received ana referred to the Streets Committee.

Namer-street. — Tho residents in this street petitioned that the dust-carts be sent to toko away refuse. — Received and re ferred to the Streets Committee.

Finance Committee. — This Committee recommended—(l) Memo from Town Clerk re leasing of Market.—That the Market be leased one year from Ist October, same conditions as before, including a covenant that the yard's stable be not let, or any building erected thereon without the prior consent in writing of tho Council. All buildings in north-east yard to be put in proper state of repair. (2) Memo from Town Clerk re allotments in Wellesley street East.—That allotments be offered on the 12th September ; conditions aa before, adding: For 50 years, £600, one-third value, buildings not less than two-story in height from street level and to street line; buildings to be erected within two years. (3) Memo from Town Clerk re upset price allotments in Cook, Albert, and Wellosley streets.—Committee have fixed upset price. (4) Letter from A. Mennio offering to lease allotment Arch Hill.—That same be put up to auction, upset price £10; 33 years lease, (Continued on Fourth Page.)

Tho evening with Charles Dickens in the Ponsonby Hall to-night promises to bo ono of pleasure nnd profit. Mr W, 11. Warren is to read a paper on Dickens, antl Miss Culpan mil illustrate it by selections o£ song. Mr S. K. Keesing's much-admired picture of " Patience." which was exhibited at the Auckland Art Exhibition, is to be disposed of by art union. The artist has retouched and greatly improved his picture, which is now on view at the shop of Mr Lennox (late Wayte), bookseller, Queen-street. A meeting of friends and parishioners of St. Thomas's will bo held this evening in the school-room adjoining the church for the pur pose of bidding farewell to tho Rev. Humfroy Davis and Mrs Davis. Tho liov. Archdeacon Dudley will preside. Among the features of the evening will be a parting address from tho members of the church. The last rehearsal of the Chess Tourna ment will take place to-morrow evening in the Opera] Touse. The tournament will take place on Monday evening, as per advertisement. Best and cheapest place to furnish your house from is Garlick and Cranwcll's City Hall Arcade. Some beautiful cretonnes and carpets .just opened up. Bedroom furniture ready for immediate deli very.—[Advt.J Tkicyles.—Splendid show at Shake spear & Co.'s, opposite the Market, Queen street. Sewing Machines (all kinds).—Largest and Cheapest Stock at Shakesl'Ear & Co.B, Queen-atrcot. After many years' experience in tasting and blending teas, the cutecrilier has every con fldcnei! in recommending his blend of Darjecling flavoured Teas in two pound tine, wcignt guaranteed; price, is each. Ihis favourite blend of tea can only be obtained at How c, tfic City Tea Mart, corner of Victoria and .Albort streets. N.l).—Country orders with remittance have prompt attention.—[Advt.J

THE AUCKLAND EVENING STAK, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1883.



j\r o t i c b. f C. H. PRINCE, Wholesale Boot and Siiok Manufacturer, ifas commenced business temporarily in Sy ionda-street until December, when he will Kmovo to the premises now occupied by Mr G. fjjoster, Gr»y-Btreet, INote the Address— '• ■'■ Golden Crowx Boot Factory, I Opposite St. Sepulchre's School. IkrELVET PILE CARPETS. I jj. WILKINSON begs to iiforni «io Public of I luckland and surrounding districts that he has list 'recently brought from England eomo jipLENDro VELVKT PILE CARPETS, and M prepared to sell them at a great sacrifice, viz. »| 6d per yard. Such bargains not again to be llet with in Auckland. He has also a few IpJK DRESS PIECES at a very cheap rate. ;';Noto tho address: — ltcgent-street, Kyber liasa (Private House). iKIANCY GOODS, TJNDERCLOTHINCi, 11 MRS A. MUKPHY 'ffl (Widow qf the late Captain Murphy) i'linshoß to inform her iriends and tho public ijllneraUy that she hasopened a FANCY GOODS ;; : |kOP nearly opposite St, John'o Church, Pon gjbty Koad, and hopes by strict attention and lißlitT to merit a fotr sha»e of their patronage



Special Advertisements. TW' OTI C E OF REMOVAL. ALFRED SMITH, F.R.1., 8.A., ARCHITECT, Nos. 2 and 3, Hofkman'B Buildings. jtihornton, smith, and firth have for sale: "Crown" Flour, in sticks, 100's and 503 "Champion" do. do. do. "Cantab" do. do. no. Sharps Bran Wheat Our Cash Sale AT COST PRICES WILL CEASE SATURDAY, AUGUST 18th. THE RESIDUE OF WINTER STOCK WILL UK CLEARED DURING THE WEEK AT NOMINAL PRICES. ]VJ ILNE AND CHOV CB, QUEEN AND WELLESLEY-STREETS. T P. L 0 N E R G A N, TAILOR, & c., Begs to inform his old frionds that he has Returned from Coronmndcl, and ia pre pared to Fit Them Out on tho most reasonable terms at his Premises, NO. 18, GREY-STREET, opposito Market Hotel. N.B.—Gentlemen's Own Material mado up. TfTHERE SHALL I FURNISH Mr HOUSE FROM! THE CHEAPEST ALL ROUND HOUSE TO FURNISH FROM IS THE CITY HALL ARCADE— GARLICK & CRANWELL ! ! ! ikon H^gfltefon^ BEDDINOARLICK k, CRANWELL. CARPE' r|A^ tI OCK & CRANWELL. GARLICK & CRANWELL, Houso Furnishers. GARLICK ft CRANWELL, Upholsterers. GARLICK & CRANWELL, Manufacturers of all kinds of huhniture. Cheap Tapestry & Brussel Carpets. CnEAP Oilcloths & Linoleum. Cheap & Beautiful Cretonnes. Cheap Blankets & Curtains. GARLICK & CRANWELL, HOUSE FURNISHERS, City Hall Arcade. Queen-street, AUCKLAND. MUSLIN /~IURTAINS. USLIN V 7 U R TAINS. MUSLIN CURTAIN MUSLIN CURTAIN COMBINATIONS. COMBINATIONS. WILLIAM RATTRAY Begs to draw Special Attention to his NEW SHIPMENTS, JUST OPENED UP, OF MUSLIN fWRTAINS, USLIN V^URTAINS, N TH« NEWEST AND MOST BEAUTIFUL DESIGNS, AT MOST MODERATE PRICES. W.R. would also bring under the notice ef his Customers and the General Public the MUSLIN CURTAIN COMBINATIONS, MUSLIN CURTAIN COMBINATIONS, Consisting of A PAIR OF CURTAINS AND A VALLANCE, ALL WOVEN TOGETHER, Which havo a very handsome effect, and save time, trouble, and expense WILLIAM I^ATTRAY, DRAPER, CLOTHIER, & SILK MERCER, 170, 180, and 182, QUEEN-STREET, AUCKLAND. "JW" 0 T I C E. BEES WAXI BEES WAX ! Purchased in any Quantity for Cash. Buyers of Fungus and Muntz Metal. Having purchased in China a Fine Assort ment of Teas himself, JAMES AH KEW can confidently recommend them, and trusts that all his old Customers, and the Public Generally, will avail themselves of this splendid oppor tunity and call early to bur his Superior Congou, Best Flavoured Kooloo, Souchong, and various Mixed Teaa, suited to every taste. He has also on hand Japanoee Ware, Preserved Ginrer, Crookerywaro, Silks, Handkerchiefs, and other commodities too numerous to mention. Note the Address— JAMES AH KEW & CO., 34, Queen-street. A UCKLAND GAS COMPANY ±\- (LIMITED), ESTABLISHED 1862. PURVEYORS OF LIGHT, HEAT, AND POWER. Tho Company sell and erect gas-fittings, in cluding gas apparatus and gas-power engines. Stock includes Otto Gas Engines.—Office and Show-rooms, Fort-street. T> E M 0 V A L. MR. H. L. POSSENNISKIE HAS REMOVED TO TEMPORARY PREMISES r IN SHORTLAND-STREET, OPPOSITE ARCH. CLARK & SONS (Lately occupied by Mr F. A. White). VINT'SJVVHISKY. BCIENTIFIC JACT. New Whisky is maddening and poisonous, no matter how blended, coloured, or agreeably flavoured. VINT & SONS, Belfast. Ireland (established 38 years), at present hold immense stack of their Old Well-matured Whisky. and can ensure to the trade—through their ' Agents—a really PURK, OLD. UNADULTERATED, AND WHOLESOME SPIRIT, the quality having beep ironounced equal to OLD FRKNCH • ~ In ****■ ">*l case, to bo had from A. HEATHpjL, Agent. E&& P°!? n$ Office l Melhgnrpe.