SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.

iTnis Evening. 7.6 Tomorrow Morning, 7.2a ®!_-___f__-2?lis-

ARRIVALS.

LAST EVENING. j .. rmwford from Whangarel 1 ___S_-^a_a_-as' ] TO DAY. Tniia Prvoe. a oh, Ohomos. trom Buaaell , J-jfJhiiSi son Bathurat, from Whangarel _iu__Si' ketohTt-auitaln, from Whangarel Ka-w Kohy. ketoh. Williams from Mongonui Manapouri. ■*, Logan, from tho South

DEPARTURES.

LAST EVENING. -Southern Cross, s.s„ Allman, for Southern ports .Waverley, S.S., Gibbons, for Pateo Wellington, as,, Farquhar.for RusseU Glenelg, s.s., Stephenson, for Tauranga Douglas. S.S., Norris.ior Mercury Bay Fahy Qneen. schooner, Dixon, for Rarotonga TQ-DAY. Zealandia, P.M.5.8., v/ebber, for San Francisco

EXPORTS.

Per Zealandla-183 cases gnm, 264 sacks pffcv toes, 60 OOils rope.

IMPORTS.

Per Louie—93 tons cobra. Per Zealandla-3 paokages merchandise. Per Ba_on-150.000 oraoges,SßoaaksUmeinloe. PerSaxon—_4 000do_enorangea.-O.Bagley. Per s.a.Manaponri-228 Backs oate, 133saoks barley, 60 Backs flour, 400 ca_B frnit.-G. W. Binney. Per Manapouri —60 Backs onions. -G. S. Per Manapouri. from Lyttelton -j- 20 aaoks flour, 121 Baokspotatoes.-Adam Layboure and

CO, Per Manapouri, from Melbourne-450 pkgs and 1312 matß Bugar, 300 bags rice, 11 vkgß bbw intr machines, JO cases oil, SO cases brandy, 60 oafert.ult. From Hobart-470 caws fruit. 2W bags bark. From Bluff-134 bags barley. 2JB bags oats. 60 bags flour. From Lyttelton-17 oases bacon, 73 cases obampagne. 888 eaoks wheat, 200 eaoks onions. 387 saoka potatoea. From Welllngton-55 oaaea meats, 48 ingpta un. 15 bundles rails. From Dunedin-.! chests, 8 halt-oheetß and 164 quarter-onestß tea. 82 hhde, SO ta f-hhda and J3 batrels, 80 oaßOs oil. 30 aaoas grata seed, 50 saoka oaimetA, 55 Backs near.

Inwards, Coastwise. — Sunderland, from Maburangi, withsoobushels lime; Kricnhelda, from Whangaroa, with 29,000 ft timber; Re liance, from Whangarel, with 85 tonsi coal; Fanny KeTl, from Mongonui, with 31,548 ft tim ber- Result, from Port Chalmers, with 32.108 ft bulk timber; Rangatira, from Barrier, with Ij tons firewood. Outwards, Coastwi-e. — Sunderland, for Mahurangi; Rangatira, for Omaha.

The lona arrived from Whangarei last even ing with the following pasie.gera:-Mr and Mra Slssons. Mr Kelly. Mr Ihompton Er raid well. Mr **. Btia, Mr and Mis Soott, Mr Hrook fleld Mr Mnrpby. Mr W. IMnnn, Msjor Tledal, Mrs Jones, Mr and Mrs Kemp, Mr McDonald. Captain K. MoGregor, Mlsi C. McGregor, and. fonr steerage.

The Saxon left Rarotonga on April 21et. called at rinnday island on May 41b, end arrived here last evening.

The schooner Herald, whloh lefc Lyttelton on May 17. brings 200 tacks wheat and 410 eaoks for this port, the schooner Lone arrived fiom Gilbert Groun early ttiie morning after an uneventful passage of 24 days. The ahlp Matanra took in the last of her Lon don cargo this morning. She has now loadei: 7 li 8 ua cases, mutton averaging 741.3 each, 733 b'aok.-' sheep. 82 bal.3 woo . 10 oaskß tailings, i± tierce* beef. 35 ions bark, 97 ions cobra, 59 bal s cotton. 1,513 oiibbs gum, 8 bales leather, and a few packages sundries.

ARRIVAL OF THE MAIL STEAMER.

The P.M.s.B. Zealandia arrived from Sydney, after a smart passage, at 9.30 p.m, yesterday. We are indebted to the purser for press parcels, eto., and the following report:—Discharged Sydney pilot Thursday, May 17, at 4 p.m., re ceived Auckland pilot Monday, May 21, at 8.40 p.m. Weather fine and aea smooth throughout passage. Passengers:—Miss Garrard, Hon. P. Lalor, J. Johnson L. H, Nathan. H. Josephs, J. A. Walker, wife and child, A. Brough, G. C. Ewing, J. Cameron,J. O'Bourne, wife and child, and 4 adults in steerage. For Honolulu: saloon, 5; steerage, 1. For San Francisco: saloon, 58 adults, and 2 children; steerage, 24 adults, and 3 children.

DEPARTURE OF THE ZEALANDIA.

The Zealandia lay at anohor in the stream until about 11 a.m., when she came alongside of the Westmeath to tako in water. Passengers' luggage was conveyed o'. board by the steamer TOogariro, and tho passengers passed on board over the deck of tho Westmeath. Tho Zea landia resumed her voyage to San Francisco and Honolulu late this afternoon. Passengers :— Meßßrs Rippengala wife and 2 children, N Mac vey H. Maovey. G. G. Murray. W. Catcliire, D. Conneli. H. Webber and wife, A, Allison R. Asher W. Davis. F Maccabe and wife, Dixon, A Taylor, F. W, Simeon, junr., Barnes. S. D. Buokland, W. Large, F, W. Peacock, W. Kelsey, Falrbnrn, D. Nathan,. G. H. Gardner, E. Dris roll W. Haliday, E. Smith, J. Harrison, A. J. May, R.W. Leary, N. Enys. W. P. Moat, H. Fry R. Kennedy, Northey, E. C. M. Thompson, JaiVSmlth, Henry Coore, Captain A. Macgregor, Miss Macgregor,

ARRIVAL OF MANAPOURI.

The s.s. Manapouri arrived at 9.30 a.m. to ri«v Passengers:—From Melbourne, for Auok l_i_-_W-radDark, Mrs Aorus. MsT. M. Mo- L^hTaT Mr O. Vlokers. Mr H. H. Turner. Swim. Coast, for Auckland-Misses 'Jhompßon 2_d Flelalng. Mr, Mrs, and Misa Willfama, Messrs Boag. Snaile.Georga Stevens.MoLough lln W L. Orr. A. Orr, 3. tl. Cook, fiorrell, T. n p' Stevens. Bnrke. Thomas, J. R. Aoott, D. Johißton?Mrlid Mrs Horrell, Mr Wm. and _____!. knight. Messrs Sheiton. J. S. Win r_Ml_r _ljr_nompaoH, N.Qardner, William _Saon J. Bamsay. Graydon. A. uare.Sneddeo, M_i_b___B«noids,Mr W.B. Smith, Bishop Lnok. Mr Robinson, Miss Edwards, Meters W. Bell Freeman. Edwards, A. CampbeU, W. B_hop,Mrs Cflalloran andohild. Messrs N. H. Barrle Bnnter, C. Capelle. R. 8. Lucas, Ros kilfr WmSnaon, L J. Levi, Mlssea E. WU- Uams and Howard. Mr D. Balhavvy, Mr and MrsEllleon.Mr Withers. Capt, Bower, and 60 steerage. We are indebted to Mr L. C. Miller, parser, tor press parcels, passenger list, eto.

PORT OF ONEHUNGA.

ARRIVALS, Wanaka, s.s., Neville, from the South Rowena, 8.5., Scott, bom Hoklanga

The Union Co.. steamer Wanaka arrived from southern ports at 8.15 a.m. to day, with 640" sacks potatoes, sundries, the outward Eng lish maU, and the following passengers :-Miss Roberts, Miss Nolan, Messrs P. A. Bdmonston. Tonka Porter, T. C. Moorhonse, T. O. Kelsey, Peaoh. R. H. Leary, H. Hobday. Bowgan, fioree H. Fry, G. Northey, D. Robertson, G. C Price, Cottle, Kennedy, W. Cowie.Mrand Mrs Campbell, and twenty-two steerage. . She returns south to-morrow.

The as. Rowena arrived from Hoklanga about U a.m. to-day, with several passengers, 8 tons bark, and a quantity of sundries. Captain Scott reports the barque Dovonport as having arrived at Hoklanga from Auckland on Sunday last. '

The s.». Macgregor was to leave for Waltara this afternoon. l ;;, ,'

TELEGRAPHIC SHIPPING.

(O-UTiCR'S CABLES.)

Albany, May 21.

The P. and O. Steamship Rome, with the in ward malls, dated London, April 20, arrived at King George's Sonnd this afternoon.

[PER ME-CHINT SHIPPING AND UNDER WRITERS' ASSOCIATION,!

", . London, May 19, Arrived! Ship Carl Grat Attems, from Napier, January 13.

KAIPARA SHIPPING.

Heads, this day. Tho Alice Mnir has gone to Point Curtis to Sailed: Speedwell, barque, for Sydney, i

COMMERCIAL.

Evening Stab Offloe. Tuesday. MrL. W. Baton held a fruit sale to-day at his mart. Oranges brought 6s fld to 8s: apples, 8s 6d to 10s; and onions. Id to Hd. '

Mail Notice.

MAILS WILL CLO3B AS UNDUE .- THIS DAT. For Whangarei Heads, Walpu, Whangarei. Kamo, and Mangapal, per lon a, at i p.m. Wednesday, 83rd instant. For Fort Fltzroy, per WaterlLlly, at 7 a.m. For TaranaM and Southern Forts, per Wanaka at 6 a.m. For iiondou direct per Motaura, at 8 a.m. For Noumea, ocr Olive > bnrlow. at 11 a.m. For Friendly Islands, per Cygnet, at 11 a.m. For Uoruiuanttoi, por uoroiuanaei. at 11.80 a-m. For Wattara, etc., per Hannah Mosau, at 11 For Thames, per Rotomah ana. at 3 p. m. For Tauranga, Ohlnemntu, and Upotlkl per Ule. elg, at 7 P.m. For Thame?, per Enterprise, at 7 p.m. For Manga wal and Kalwafea, per Douglas, at 7 p.m. For Walwera. Te Kapa, Cralgleburn, and Warkworth, per Rose Casey, at 7 p.m. For (Glsborne, Napier, Southern ports, Aus tralian Colonies, and United Kingdom, via Buer, and Brlndlsl, and via «ap uu, for letters, etc, specially so prepaid and addressed, tier s.s. Manapourl, at 7 p.m.

N.B.—Tnnnday, Zith instant being a postal holiday, the malls that rre usually made ou on that day will be closed ths previous evening at 7 o'clock.

R JBT. KAYB, Acting Chief Postmaster. Chief iTH-nflioe. At——land.

Meetings, Entertainments, Etc.

. May 22. 1888. Abbott's Opera House—Pink Domlnos, 8 p.m. Arch Hill Wealeyan Church—Qospel address, 7.30 p.m. Epsom Hall—Black Diamond Minstrels, 8 p.m. St. Lake's Church, Remuera—Soiree. 6.30 pan. Auckland Choral Society — Rehearsal e( ,' Paradise and the Peri," 7.45 p.m. _ Masonic Hall, Karongohape Road — Eden I<odge, 7.30 p.m.

Birth.

MARKWICK.-On May tho Bth at her resi dence, Nelson street, the wife of Thomas Markwiok of a son. Thames papers pleaso copy. ROGAN.-On May 18. at Tel-el-Keblr, New North Road, Mrs Rogan of a son.

Marriage.

BAIN-WHITE.-At tho residence of the bride's father, on the 18th instant, by the Rev. A. Carrie-, William Andrew Mearna Bain, son of the late John Watson Bain Esq.. to Jane, Ith daughter of David White, Ksq., Wynyard-street.

Deaths.

WITHERS.—On May 20, at his residence, Upper Queen-Btreet, deeply regretted by all. Major Edward Withers, Commanding Officer of the Auckland Volunteer Dlstriot, and lato Captain in Her Majesty's 65th Regiment.

Notices to correspondents.

Zetsma.—The Conservatives and Liberals first appeared, but under a different name, during the reign of Charles I. They wero first called Cavaliers and Koundheads : the former were bo called because of their gallantry and skill In horsemanship; while the latter received their designation owing to their oustora of wearing closely-shorn hair. Tho two parties were afterwards called Tories and wbigs; and, stiU later, Conservatives and Liberals. Their principles have, however, varied very little throughout.

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

TUESDAY, MAY 22, 1883,

For the causa that lacks asslstan For the wrong that neoda r___—Oa, For the future ia the distance. And tha good that we can do

THE length of local reports compels the omission of leading matter.

, We are informed by one who feels very keenly on the matter that some of those who took a very active part in connection with the Citizens' Ball.given as a welcome to His Excellency and Lady Jervois, have been omitted from the liat of the invited to the ball on the 24th inst. We are quite anre tbe alleged oversight was unin tentional.

Intelligence was received in town to-day of the death last night at the Thames Hos pital of Hone Werahiko, the prospector of the Te Aroba goldfield. He is a fall blooded Maori of the Arawa tribe, having been -born near .Lake Rotorua. In the early days of the Thames goldfield he was well known amongst the miners, and soon acquired a reputation for handling pick and gad with the best of the Buropean miners. He worked for some time in the famous Long Drive, and subsequently pegged out claims of his own. He also worked for some time in the Ohinemutu district, and became so experienced a prospector that, in July, 1880, he was sent by Mr Adam Porter to prospect at Te Aroba. The success of his mission is well known. Hone's first wife—tor ho has been twice married—met her death by falling into a boiling spring at Ohinemutu, The cause ot death was dropsy and heart disease. Hone was but 39 years of age. Mr Adam Porter, who has been his firm friend for, many years, left for the Thames to-day to make arrangements for the funeral. Wera hiko had made several attempts to prospect the King country, and only a few weeks ago he received from the leading Kingites permission to visit the supposed El Dorado, Very strong and not unnatural protests are being made by the inhabitants of Upper Queen-street against the change that is proposed by the Council in tbe appellation of that thoroughfare. Some of the property owners in other streets are no better satisfied. Business men complain that the changed name will do them serious in jury and cause great confusion. We think this complaint is well gronnded in tbe case of Upper Queen-street and Cu-tom-house street r>st, and in tbe face of any protest coming from the residents in those thoroughfares, the Council would not be warranted in forcing on the change, if, in deed, they could legally do so, which is doubtful.

The first general meeting ot shareholders in the New Zealand Stud Company was held to-day, the Hon, Thomas Russell pre siding,. Some'business of a formal nature was transacted, A statement was made by the chairman in reference to the com. pany . affairs. They were now breeding stock of a class superior to anything in the Southern Hemisphere, and sales were being made dailyi The retiring direoto _ — Hon. Thomas Russell, Major Walmsley, and Mr Joseph' Bennett, Were unanimously re-elected; and Mr Thomas Milne having been re-appointed auditor, the meeting terminated.

Three drunkards pleaded guilty at the Police Court this morning, and were sub* joctedto the penalty. Owing to the im possibility of getting a second justice, the following cases were postponed until to morrow, viz. :—Albert Wright and Wm. Small, larceny ; Reuben Speck, unable to control his horse in Mannkan Road through incapacity , Ann Macdonald, striking Jane McDowell; Thomas Dodd, committing a nuisance in Chapel-street; and Lauril Hen ricks en, allowing impure water to re* main in his cellar in Victoria-street.

The nomination of immigrants continues brisk, and it is very likely another ship load will shortly be underway for the colony. Mr Edward Brophy, the local Immigration Officer, forwarded by the last homeWard mail a batch of sixty-nine nomination papew, representing applica tions for passages for about eighty peraons. This list was closed on the 16th taßt, and a large immbe* of nominations have arrived since that time.' '

A meeting of tbe householders of Helens, ville was hela in the Court-house on Satur day evening, tho 19th inst., to decide on boundaries of town distric, but as there were so many owners of property absent, the meeting was adjourned until Saturday, the 26th inst., at 8 p.m.

A correspondent calls attention to the success of tbe electric light at Lyttelton, and asks why must Auckland always be in tbe ruck of every advancement.

We are requested to remind the Rand of Hope members taking part in the annual gathering that the rehearsal; takes place to-morrow evening in the Choral Hall, and their attendance is desired at 7 o'clock,

The corner of Bowen Avenue and Vic toria-street is in a very slippery condition, and requires a few loads of Bcoria to make it passable.

It will be remembered that several weeks ago the committee of the Auckland Dis pensary made a request to the Committee of Management of the Hospital that the latter body should take over the control of the Dispensary. An answer has now been sent to tbe effect that twelve months will probably elapse before the bequest of the late Mr Costley will be available, and that until that timo the Hospital Committee ate not in a position to come to any decision in respect to tbe proposal. The position, therefore, is as it was previously.

The Public Free Library will be closed daring Monday and Tuesday next to en able the new books to be placed in classified order, and also to removo the other books and have them dusted and re placed.

Messrs Porter and Co, have disposed of a 12,000-candle electric light apparatus, im ported by them some time ago, to the Mercury Bay Saw Mill Company, who in tend using it at the mill at Mercury Bay.

The last fifty carcases of mutton were shipped on board of the ship Mataura this morning, land that vessel is now ready to proceed to sea. A list of cargo appears in our shipping column. The Mataura bas occupied about two months loading here. The weather when she commenced freezing was rather warm, but still the shipment has been carried out very satisfactorily.

Hon. P. Lalor, Speaker of tbo Legislative Assembly of Victoria, is now on a visit to Auckland.

Residents in Parnell will be glad to hear that arrangements have been made whereby the works of the Union Oil, Soap, and Candle Company will bo removed from the borough in the course of nine months. This desirable object has been brought about through the good offices of Mr H. P. Barber, who, with other residents, offered to give the Company the sum of £225 on condition that the works are removed in the course of nine months,

In our notice of the articles exhibited ia the shop of Moasrs Morrin manufactured from tbe iron-sand at Onehunga, we shonld have stated that the set of fire-irous were made by Mr Dryland, coachsmlth, of Ponsonby.

To the Editor: Sir,—Kindly correct an error which occurred in yonr report of tbe evangelistic services at Newton. You state they are held in a district containing about three hundred inhaoitants. ' The services are held in the Karangahape dis trict, one of the most populous parts of tho City of Aucklaud, and containing between tbree and four thousand people. A large number of these never attend any place of worship, hence the urgent need for these special evangelistic services, — Yours re- Bpectfully, Frame Rowe.

A speci-1 religious service is announced to be held in the Primitive Methodist school room, Upper Pitt-streot, to-morrow even ing, by a lady'and gentleman from America connected with the Society of Friends.

The fortnightly meeting of the Sir Henry Havelock Band of Hope was held last even ing in tbe School-room, Alexandra-street. D. Goldie, Fsq, (President of tbo Band of Hope Union), occupied the chair, end in troduced the proceedings in a neat, charac teristic speech on the cause of to'al abstinence. Several hymns were sung by the children from Boyle's collection. Reci tations were given by Lottie Birley, Hannah and Lucy Hullam, Alfred Brett, Harry Ryan, and the secretary (Mr Weir). Tbe entertainment was gratifying t • all present. The chairman hoped that all would attend the Band of Hope practice in the Cboral Hall on Wednesday evening and stated that Mr J. Laing would address them at the next meeting.

The committee of the Avondale Sports, to be held on Thursday next, relegated tn Messrs Hartley, Beswick, and Lautic tbe construction ot the handicap in tbe Bicycle Race. The following is the handicap :— W. M. Service (winner of tho A.B.C. Championship), scratch ; J. Clark, scratch; Flewellyn (winner of the A.B.C. Mile Handicap), SOyds.; W. Johnson, 70yds, ; J. Fitten, 80yds. ; C. Bottrill, 120 yds.; Thwaites, 100 yds. ; Richardson, 200 yds. ; Hayr, 300 yds.

Captain A. Macgregor, managing director of the Northern Steamship Company, was a passenger by the mail steamer which left for San Francisco this afternoon, He goes Home to supervise the building of the new steamer which is to take tbe place of the Wellington. In consequence of Captain Macgregor. absence, Captain W. Farqnhar has been promoted to the position of com pany's manager, and a better selection could not have been made. Captain Stephenson will have charge of tho Wel lington, Captain Crawford will bo trans ferred to the Glenelg, whilo Captain Amodeo will assume command of the lona, and Captain Johnson will remain master of the Argylo.

There was a fall house at the Theatre Royal last evening, wben Mr F. Maccabe gave one of his excellent entertainments for the benefit of Mr Liddy, his agont.

The immigration dopdt, which ia the same building as was formerly used as the Lunatic Asylum, situated in tbe Hospital grounds, is now almost tenantless, The immigrants per Rsngitikei and Westmeath who were quartered there have almost all departed, tho majority having obtained situatiobs A few of tho Napier immigrants may possibly be lodged at tbe depot to await an opportunity to proceed South.

'lhe " t-choolmaster" is rather severo on the Chairman of the Anckland Board of Education. Mr Laishley, it says, "has just issued a kind of manifesto that he and the School Committees will in future rule tho educational destinies of the Auckland district. Evidently a yonng man, or com fiaratively so, Mr Laishley has had but imited experience in public matters. Bis programme is the result of immature ideas, and affords ample evidenco of indiscretion.".

Mr Jacob Pitman [has forwarded from England for the Free Library 29 volumes of Swedenborg. (works, elegantly and uniformly bound, and stamped "Auckland Free Library."

The parishioners of St, Sepulchre's are to be congratulated on the great improve ment that has been mado iv the appear ance of the parish school-room. The build* ing has been re-sbingled and painted, and the internal arrangements have also been improved.

Attention is directed to the sale of Mr Oats's properties in Parnell, which will be held by Mr Sibbin at noon to-mon ow. The houses are new, and aro valued at £2,500.

Since the resumption of the immigration system in New Zealand, nominations for 6,585 souls, equivalent to 5,813 adults,have been forwarded home, and the amount re* ceived has been £18,300 15s 9d,

Last night a well attended public meeting was held in tbe Avondale Hall to start a branch lodge of the National Independent Order of Oddfellows, Mr Bollard kindly consented to take tbe chair, and in his usual pithy way introduced the matter to the audience, and then called upon Mr J. Moore, D.S. of tbe Pioneer Lodge, to explain more fully the objects of Odd fellowship. Mr Moore did so, and stated that the lodge was In a very satisfactory financial position, and was second to none in the colonies. Mr Moulden, D.H. of the Loyal United Brothers, seconded the remarks made by Mr Moore, and also gave a brief account of the success that had at tended his lodge since its commencement, which is but a short time, and it seemed to be very satisfactory. Messrs Deason, D.G. M., Hitchcock, Hearling, and Smith, were in attendance to render what assistance they could to the cause. Over the required number gave in their names to form a new lodge, and Mr Moore said he would apply for a dispensation on Monday next, and also proposed that Mr Wawman be appoin ted secretary pro tern. A vote ot thanks to the chairman terminated the proceed ings. Notice will be given of a future meeting.

Sewing Machine Depot (wholesale and retail).—D. 8. Chambers, 70, Queen Btreet (oppo site the Bank,

Garlick and Cranwell have now the most complete Furnishing Warehouse In Anokland Largo stook ready for delivery. Furniture to suit all classes; good, strong, and cheap. Great variety of Bedsteads and Bedroom Furniture,— City Hall Arcade. Queen-street.—fAdvt.l

Ponsonby Choral Society's concert (in aid Of tho funds), Oddfollows' Hall, Ponsonby, Fri day, Bth June. Tiokets, 2s each, or three for sb, Particulars in Saturday's Issue.—[Advt.]

SCINTILLATIONS.

"It's Chili."—"l Bolivia." "Theday is dark ond dreary." Collins ate now sold on the " deferred payment" system. j Mrs Hampaon is addressing meetings in I Melbourne. I The Christchurch police protect the Sal-. vation Army meetings. Mr Robert Gillies will be a candidate for I the Bruce seat. Melbourne City Council is raising a loan of £200,000. I Over eight hundred blue ribbons are worn j in Christchurch. Rev. Mr Bates, of Devonport, is off duty j from bronchitis, 1 Good butter costs three shillings a pound in New York. The Town Clerk of Melbourne has had his salary raised to £1,100. Mr Archibald Forbes was idled by the Johnsonian Club at Brisbane, A person may be at the point of death and yet not see the point. French coal and iron mines employ 250,000 men. Half-a-million people live in tenement houses in New York. The South Australian Government de cline M. de Cesare's Maltese immigrants. Working men and farmers from tbe United States propose emigrating to Queensland, Sydney sends some prison-made mats to the Amsterdam Exhibition. Messrs Studd and Vernon, of Ivo Bligh's cricket tenm, sailed for 'Frisco to-day. Good coal has been discovered in Rich mond Kiver district, New South Wales- There is a fig tieo in Ceylon more than 2,165 years old. Isn't that a figment ? Sealskin is so much in demand this year that old ladies can have no reasonable doubt as to what becomes of the cats. A pawnbroker's chop in Sandridge was broken into lately and £200 worth of jewellery stolen. The store ot H. Bell and Co., Whangarei, was burned down yesterday. Insured for £100 in the N.Z. office. Joseph Hilary, a Victorian solicitor, dis appeared mysteriously three months ago. Foul play is suspected. Mr l. H. Nathan, of this city, returned last night by tho mail steamer ftom a tour. .During the last six years 24,892 lives have been lost at sea, averaging over 4,000 every year. Mr H. J. Scott is paid £sfo for repre senting South Australian exhibitors at the Calcutta exhibition, Three men have been drowned by the capsizing of their boat while out fishing on Lake Macquarie, New South Wales. t_ woman at Adelaide recently cut out her tongue while suffering from puerperal melancholia, and died iv the Hospital, Mr T. T. Gamble, Auckland, has been appointed New Zealand Commissioner for tho Boston Exhibition. Mr Lincoln went home to-day. Victorian farmers are backward with their work, aud tbe prospects of the season ore discouraging. It Is stated that 11,343 miles of railway were laid down in the United States in 1852—2,000 miles more than in 18S1. Mr David Jvathan, who went home by the mail steamer te-dsy, was presented by Mr Isaac Levy with a beautifully worked bag to hold the Hebrew Phylacteries. Tbo Westport School Committee aro ac cused of having "prostituted the school funds" by allowing Sankey's hymns to be sung ia the Mate schools. There are 12,611,143 cows in the United States. Think of the water necessary to make their miiK suitable for food.

At all Mr Redmond's lectures in Australia it is now tho fashion to close with three cheers for the Queen. This is tho result of tho lively criticism of loyal newspapers. " Another good man gone wrong is how the "Northern [Advocate" refers to Mr Dargaville's change of front. A Mobile merchant objects to being called a millionaire because bis namo happens to be Damrich.

TEMPERANCE SERMONS.

St James's Presbyterian. Tub service at St. James's Presbyterian Church on Sunday morning was conducted by Rev. R. F. Macnicol, who pi cached from \st Corinthians, c. ix., v. 25, "And every man that strivetb for the mastery is temperate in all things," The reverend gentleman pointed out that the statement in the text could be taken in the very broadest acceptation, and applied to mental as well as moral things. Ho illuattatcd bow a man conld go to excess in advocat ing any particular cause he takes up by over-urging hi" argument, or offering too many arguments, thereby weakening the cause he advocated. The speaker went on to show that the reference of the apoatle was undoubtedly to those excesses which are indulgences of the bodily senses, this being borne out by his own words in the 27th verse. Of all excessive indulgences of the body, tbo rev, gentle man considered that that of indnlgence In strong drink produced tho most havoc to the body of the victim, and the greatest misery to those connected with him. Reference was made to the unhappy homes and wretched lives of those dependent on the drunkard, and tin manifold miseries resulting from his folly, and attention was then directed to tho importance of tho mind and the spirit of the man retaining the mastery over the body, it being shown that mastery over tho body was easiest obtained in youth, before the habits were formed. The enjoyments of youth did not lie in the gratification of the appetites, with the exception of hunger, &c, but were more enjoyments of im agination and mind. The body was really more under control in youth than after man reaches maturity, if be gives way to sensual indulgence. Hence the import ance of inculcating abstemious habits in youth. The rev gentleman appealed to parents and guardians to avail themselves of the assistance afforded by Bands of Hope and temperance literature in the training of the young. They should cultivate their minds to see tbe evils of vice, and train their minds so that they would be able to retain through manhood the mastery over the oody. The sermon was a most Interest ing and practical ono.

Parnell Wesleyan.

: The Rev. Mr Parsonaon preached an ex cellent sermon from Ist Cor., verses 10 and '11, "Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God, And such were some of you ; but ye aro washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye aro justified in the nnmo of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of God." He referred at length to tho evil effects of drunkenness on tho great nations. Tho Egyptians gave way to licentious practices, and their greatness departed, By-and-by the Israelites also gave way to the same evil, and were carried captives by the Baby lonians, Later, the latter great and mighty nation during a night of goneral revelry was cmquered'by Cyrus, the Per sian, Then the Persians, giving way also to licentiousness, lost their position, and so, in turn, did drunkenness affect all the great natiins of the earth. It was the duty of colonists to do everything in their power to prevent the progress of the evil of in temperance, Tho Gospel ot Christ itself showed how it could be overcome, if men would but itrictly adhere to it, and hp urged upon all present to assist in tho groat cause.

North Shore Wesleyan Church.

The Rev. G. W. J. Spence delivered a very impressive discourse from the sth verse of the 20th psalm, " We will rejoice in thy salvation; in the name of onr God we will set up our banners." The reverend gentleman briefly reviewed tho gigantic strides which the tem perance movement have made during the past few years, the many prejudices which have been overthrown, and the grow ing dislike to all who dealt in this evil traffic. He was also pleased to see that the temperance bodies bad lately decided to have the Gospel of Jesus Christ included in their efforts to educate the people in the principles of temperance. They had dis carded this too long, for ho felt sure that . this want had been the means of retarding their progress. With the aid of the Gospel he had every hope that this great curse would be ultimately swept fiom this land. He would exhort all to be more zealous in tie work, especially those who were Christians ; let all be banded together and each and all strive to drive this evil from our midst. He was pleased to see that the pulpit was giving its aid to this glorious cause, and from this platform ho hoped to hear the drink iraffic de nounced and exposed, At the present time they had all the best medical testimony in their favour; lite'ary men spoke of its ill effects, and in fact all right-minded and thinking men were alive to the fact that it was not only injurious but the cause of a large amount of evil to Individuals and the community at large. In conclusion, he exhorted aU to "set up their banner" against this mighty evil—to stand firm in the faith—and rely upon it, victory would ctown the day. ~;

CABLEGRAMS.

[REUTBR'S TEL-GRAM*.]

DEATH OF SIR WM. CHAMBERS. LONDON, May 21. Sir William Chambers, the publisher, of Edinburgh, who received a baronetcy only a few days back, is dead. THE CO DONATION OF THIS CZAK. ST. PETERSBURG, May 20. The Czar, accompanied by the Czatiua and the Imperial children, arrived at Mos cow to-day. The Imperial family were { accorded an enthusiastic reception by the population. THE CYCLONE IN AMERICA, NEW YORK, May 19. Official reports of the recent cyclone which passed over the States of Wisconsin, Minnnesota, and Illinois, give tbe number of deaths as sixty-three. " No. 1" OFFERS TO SURRENDER, NISW __ORK, May 19. Tynan, who is now in this city, and who is alleged to be implicated in the Phoonix Park and other murders committed by the Dublin "Inner Circle," has offered to sur render himself, if required, to the British authorities.

CETEWAYO AGAIN DEFEATED.

[SPECIAL TO PRESS ASSOCIATION.]

LONDON, May 21. Information is to hand from the Cape that Cetewayo has Buffered another defeat at the hands of the Zulu chief Cham. A MURDEKEB RESPITED. The capital sentence poised on Patrick Deianey, who confessed to complicity in the Fhconix Park murders, has been com muted to penal servitude for life. ILLNESS OF '<JEFF." Da.Via LONDON, May 20. Mr Jefferson Davis is seriously ill, and his condition is considered very critical. MR BRADLAUGH'S SKAT. Mr Bradlaugh is organising t> monster meeting, to be held in Trafalgar Square, on August 6. QUKENSLAND AND NEW GUINEA. Captain Moresby, in a letter to the "Times," supports tho claims of Queens land in the annexation of New Guinea.

FATAL RAILWAY ACCI DENT.

(BY TELEGRAPH.-PRESS ASSOCIATION.)

INVERCARGILL, this day. Whilk uncoupling a waggon which wan being shunted on to Buxton siding on the Northern line on Saturday, a young man named John Tomlinson got thrown down in such a way that a boot was torn off from ono foot and one of his knees severely jammed. The injury.on examination at the Hospital, was found to be severe, the joint being loid open and much lacerated. The guard being at the timo engaged at the points on the opposite aide of the line, so as to let the truck through, could not see what Tomlinson was doing, and was un aware of tbe accident In time to take steps to prevent it. Yesterday afternoon it was found necessary to amputate the leg at the thigh, and Tomlinson, whose condition was critical from the first, gradually sank, and died last night. An inqueat will probably be held.

SPORTING NEWS.

Takapuna Jockey Club,

Til- following entries have been received for tbe Local Hack Race:—Messrs R, and R. Duder's b g Daydawo, Mr H. Rao's b f Midnight, Mr B. Thompson's Songster, Mr J. Bass's g m Lady, Mr J. Pottet's c g Littlo Jack, Mr H. Troffry's b g General, Mr J. O'Neill's ulivio, Mr H. Pitt's Dido,

The Adelaide Cup.

The following description of tho running tor the Adelaide Cup is taken from the "Sydney Morning Herald :"— Adelaides CUP.— A handicap sweepstakes of lOsovs each, with 500sovs and a gold cup. value 1 OOsovs (the gift oi Sir Thos. Elder), added, 2 miles. Mr E. Weeks's eh Sting,by Grandmaster —Queen Bee, 4yis, Bst 9ibs (J. Williams) 1 Mr J. Kedfeam's b or br o Tho Fluoger, 3yrs, Bst 31ba (T. Hales) 2 Sir Thos. Elder's c c Guesswork, 3jrs, Sat 51bs (S. Uracknell)._ 3 The other Btarters were:—Mistaken, Savanaka, First Water, Prometheus, Corio lanus, Standard Bearer, Topaz, Little Jack, King ot the Yale, Doncaster, Lan caster, Brilliant. The betting was 5 to 2 against Plunger, 3 to 1 against Guesswork, 5 to 1 against Ooriolanus, 6 to 1 against Doncaster, 8 to 1 against First Water, 100 to 5 against the others. Little Jack, Prometheus, and Lan caster jumped off first with the lead. Little Jack at once dashed to the front, then came First Water, Brilliant, Sting, Guesswork, Standard Bearer, and Savanaka in the order named. Coming to the turn Little Jock was ahead, and leading by two lengths, Brilliant next, then Sting, Topaz, First Water, Coriola. na, Plunger, Gaesa work, Mistaken, Standard Bearer, and Savanaka. At the mile post Little Jack was still leading, Prometheus and Brilliant having retired, aod the close leading pair being First Water, Plunger, and Stiny, with King of the Vale, Guesswork, Coriolanus leading the others. At the somh-ca-tern corner Little Jack was headed by First Water, with Coriolanus, Plunger, and Sting next. At the bigger post Coriolanus came on the outside, and was lying level with Little Jack, The Plunger and Sting being next. Then First Water and Guesswork pushed to the front with Doncaster, and round the turn Coriolanus and Sting were level, with Doncaster in tbe centre, and Plunger in the rails, just taking advantage of Guesswork, At the distance Coriolanus and Little Jack were beaten, and Bting took a clear lead, but at the Derby stand Plunger came again, followed by Cues > work, aud a most exciting finish ended in favour of Sting by half a length, Guesswork a little behind Plunger, thon two lengths off camo First Water and Coriolanuc, with Littlo Jack, Prometheus, Mistaken, Topaz, and others, Time, 3 minutes 35$ seconds.

MINING NEWS.

(BY TELEORAPn.—OWN CORRESPONDEN r,)

THAME", this day.

The Mariner Company will, In a day or two, start driving with threo shifts east and west on the No. 2 reef aod No. 5 level. It is from 9 inches to a foot wide. In the London the No. 1 reef eastward is folly 3 feet wide. Driving will be started as soon as a pass has been cleared of mullock to No, 2 level, 70 feet above the Una ventilation. This will probably be done this week.

OLD Caledonian.—Men have been bringing forward tbe leading stope. Leader here ia Ift. thick, carrying a little gold. Drive east on left hand .ranch is now in Soft. Tbe leader is 6 inches tbick, carrying gold all the way. Drive west on left hand is in lfjft. Leader here is about 4 inches thick, a few colonrs having been seen in last breaking down. Drive on right hand branch has been driven 10ft. The leader here is split into small veins, most of which shew colours of gold. I am saving about 18 inches of crushing dirt {from here. Have got a few pounds of picked stone from these places this week. Western drive and Queen leader have not yet broken through, but expect to hole through next week. —(Signed) T. B. Hicks, May 19. Tibrnan's Freehold.—Bottom level, small leader: There is but little change in tbe ground to mention since my last. Leader is improviog as driven on. To-day I got a stone out of the face of drive with good blotches of gold in it. New leader : Leader still looks well for a good patch of gold. A few pounds of fair picked stone came to hand during the week.—(Signed) W. G. Martin, May 19. New Prince Imperial.—During lost night and today 891bs specimens and picked stone came tb hand from tbe second stope in No. 1 section west, No. 5 level. There is a good show still left. The lead ing stope in the same section has also pro duced some good stone during the week. The mine, generally, never looked better tban it does at present, and the dirt being crushed ia shaping for a good return.— (Signed) G. S. Cl-RT, May 19.

Rev. J. Dellow has started a Tonic Sol-Fa Singing Class in Whangarei.

AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

FOBMAIi OPENING.

Inaugural Address by His Ex-

cellemy the Governor.

THERE was a large assemblage of ladles and gentlemen in the Choral Hall last evening, on the occasion of the formal opening of the Auckland Uni versity College by His Excellency tbe Governor. On the platform were the recently - arrived Professors, the members of the College Council—viz., Sir Maurice O'Rorke (chairman), Rev. D. Bruce, ttev. T. Buddie, Right Rev. Bishop Cowie, Mr J. M. Clark, Dr Campbell, Colonel Haultain, Mr E. Hesketh, and tbe Registrar (Dr Kidd), It wonld appear that no special invitation was sent to university graduates to be present; otherwise, the whole of the English universities might have been represented. Several graduate-" occupied seats on tbe platform, while there were others in the body of the hall. His Excellency arrived at eight o'clock, accom panied by Miss Jervois, Mr Pennefather (Private Secretary), and Major Eccles ( Aide-do-Camp), tbe gubernatorial party beiog received by the assemblage standing. Miss Jervois and the following ladies occu pied chairs immediately in front of the platform :—Lady O'Rorke, Miss O'Rorke, Miss Shepherd, and Miss F, Whitaker. Sir Maurice O'Rorke briefly introduced His Excellency, who was there, he said, in compliance with the request of the Univer sity Council that he would perform the ceremony of opening tbe College. His Excellency then came forward amidst enthusiastic cheers, and delivered the following inaugural address :—Ladies and Gentlemen,—lt- is with no ordinary feelings of pleasure that I have come here to-night to preside at the formal opening of the AuckUnd University College, for 1 feel that the work on which we nro engaged placing the advantages of a univetstty education within tbe reach of every man and woman of Auckland-is one the import ance of which it is almost impossible to over-estimate. It is a work that will, I trust, influence not merely tbe immediate neighbourhood and the present generation, but also indirectly the whole colony, aud that fir all time. It is hardly too much to say that the life of a nation and the life of its universities are so closely bound together that tho causes which have brought about tho rise or, it may be, decay, of a country may best be understood by studying the history of its educational institutions. (Applause.) It has been tho glory of the mediaeval as well as of the modern world that the value of universities bus never been lost sight of. No sooner had the reconstruction of Euro pean society begun, no sooner bad the Imperial crown been placed on the head of Charlemagne, than the Emperor himself began to establish schools in the priocipal cities of Western Europe ; and it is to some of these humble Beats of learning that many of the great universities of a later time indirectly trace their origin. Bat for many centuries the voice of learning was almost lost amidst tbe din o( war; and it was not until the lath century—when the re conquest of Spain was approaching com pletion, when the French monarchy was firmly established, the Bologncse Republic at the height of its power, and Normanand Saxon were being welded into one nation in England—that a revival of classical and philosophical study took place, and univer sities such as Salamanca and Paris, Bologna and Oxford, rose into prominence, as a grand protest against the evils to which mediseval society was most exposed. In the centre of kingdoms where undue reverence was paid to the pride of ancestry and the privilege of cla»B, where force was the only power re spected, and tho feudal system was tending towards tbe divi.ion of the country into separate, and too often hostile, provinces and baronies, there grew up theao peace ful Kepublics and Letters, recognising no distinctions but those of learning, no force but that of intellect, and welcoming as , citizens strangers from all countries of the world. (Appliuse.) Every nation of Western Europe was represented at the University of Paris; scholars from tho Continent, from Scotland, Wales, and Ireland, met in the class-rooms of oxfotd and formed part of the governing body of the University of Cambridge The nam* bera of modern universities aeem in significant when we read of 30,000 atudents at Paris, and 14,000 at Salamanca; and when we consider the difficulties which young men had then to face—not in frequently begging thoir way on foot to the university towns, and there liviog crowded together in damp, ill-ventilated hostels, in order to attend the lectures (sometimes : delivered in a church porch or even in the open air) of some celebrated professor, or to con unassisted the vellum folios in the library—we must confess that it is in the facilities rather than the desire for learning that the present age so far surpasses former days. One writer has given us a curious pictute of Cambridge upwards of seven contnries ago. "In 1109," we are told, " Joffred, Abbot of Croyland, sent to his manor of Cottonbam, near Cambridge, Gis lebert, his fellow-monk and Professor of Divinity, with three other monks who had followed him to England. These three, being well versed in philosophy and other sciences, went daily to Cambridge, and having hired a public barn, made open profession of their sciences, and in a little time collected a great concourse of scholars. In the second year after their arrival the number of their scholars from the town and country Increased so much that thore was no houso, barn, or church capable of con taining them." (Applause.) It is true that, judged by modern requirements, tbe course of study at that timo was narrow and incomplete It included, however, the rudiments of the seven sciences of languages, logic, philosophy, arithmetic, mu»ic, geometry, and astronomy; and to these, In tho fifteenth century, when the "new learning " burst like a flood of light across Europe, were added the language and literature of Greece. Such were the universities of the Middle Ages, in which were trained the great divines, lawyers, statesmen, and men of letters who in turn have influenced the world of thought, and aided the cause of onlture and enlightenment, so that each generation might be, if it would, better than the one which had gone before. Some of these universities have, it is true, after a period of progress and brilliancy, for a time remained stationary, and then sunk into obscurity ; others, like Oxford and Cam bridge, have grown with the growing power of the nation, have opened theii doors to each new branch of study, whether in ancient, or oriental, or modern languages, or literature, or science, and are at this day a living power in the modern world. (Applause) But it may be said, are we not speaking of a bygone age, and a distant country, the re quirements of which were very different from those ot Now Zealand now? Un doubtedly; but that only shows that tho details, not the principle, of university training must be altered to suit nltered circumstances. Of course each country has its own special requirements ; but I believe that the idea that university education is unsuited to the requirements of a colony such as this, arises from the fict that those who put it forward refer ouly to uuiveisity life as it existed at Oxford and Cambridge sotne.years ago, It must be recollected, however, that at that time the English universities had to some extent drifted away from tho objects of their foundation. They were almott limited to one class, whereas the word "university" implies not, as some have supposed, that everything is taught, but that which ia taught is taught to all. (Cheers.) Generality ad miversitatem wore pertitiet soientiarum sect adpublicam causam docoidi, A t one time the University of Paris contained only the faculty of Arts, and Bologna that of Law, and yet they both were rightly designated as universities, because they were, as I hope the University Colleges of New Zealand always will be thoroughly popular Institutions. (Cheers.) No greater mistake can be made than to suppose that universities are intended only for persons of private means and learned de sire. The true function of a modern uni versity I take to be, to give to all-men and women alike—who wish to avail themselves of it every facility for higher education in whatever branch they choose for themselves. (Cheers.) It marks a great era in the history of education that women as well as men are now admitted to the benefits of a university (applause), and I rojoice to find that several women of this colony have not only entered their names as students, but have also carried off the prizes and distinctions offered by the Uni versity of New Zealand. (Cheers.) The special dangers of the nineteenth century are, amongst some, a worship of material wealth and display, valuing a man tor what he has, rather than for what he 'is i (applause); and amongst othets, frittering away invaluable time in the amuse ment of tbe moment. Within colleges ! such as this, rich and poor can meet, ; united by the tie of a common object, bent ou acquiring a wealth not to I

be reckoned by money, and to learn that > the noblest recreation is the culture of the : mind. (Cheers.) I think that one of tho , most remarkable—one of the most healthy , signs of modern English life, is the great extension }f university influence within the last few years. (I use the word " univer sity " as implying not a mere examining body like the Universities of London or New Zealand, bat an educational institu tion in tho sense io which we speak of the University Colleges of Bristol or Auckland,) Whilst Oxford and Cambridge have been rapidly increasing their number of colleges and students, as well as their other ways of exercising influence, the Corporation of Nottingham, I am informed, have within the last three years opened a college where the lectures are already at tended by I,4oostudents; institutions some what! similar have sprung np in Liverpool, Leeds, Bristol, Sheffield, and elsewhere; the city companies (London) have bailt and endowed two magnificent colleges for tech nical education ; and throngh the active instrumentality of the Prince of Wales the Royal College of Music has just been inau gurated. (Applause.) Nor have the colonies been behind the mother country in this noble work. Not to speak of the various colleges of Canada, Sydney and Melbourne hive long possessed nniversities. Only last year I bad the pleasure of presiding at the ceremony of the opening of the new buildings for the University of Adelaide, which was established some years ago. And it is, I think, a fact which every New Zealandermay regard with pride thatsosoon after the oolony was established efforts were made towards the foundation of a Colonial University. The example was set by Otago, was followed by the General Assembly of the colony in 1870; and for some years the examinations held by the University of New Zealand have formed a test aa severe as those of European universities; but in the -till more important part of university work, —the establishment of educational in stitutions, more difficulties bad to be con tended against, on acoount of the peculiar circu instance s of the colony. From personal inapectioo, as well as irom other sources of information, I can testify to the thoroughly good work that is being done in tbe University of Otago and Canterbury College —(applause)—but in otherplaces there were no corresponding institutions. An attempt was made in 1871 to supply Hub want, by allowing high schools to be affiliated to the university, and subsidising thote so affili ated; but although, perhaps, this was tbe wise.it course at the time, it soon became apparent that it resulted in a confusion between two totally distinct things the functions of a school and those of a univer sity. The Royal Commission, which was appointed in 1878, strongly recommended that colleges capable of supplying an education of the same standard as that pro vided by the University of Otago and the Canterbury College, should be established at the most important centres of population in tho North Island; and in consequence of their repoit stops were taken which have resulted in the foundation of tbe college which we aie to-night inaugurating. (.heir*.) I trust that the day may not be far distant when, in accordance with the recommendation of the Commissioners, we shall have a similar college in Wellington. And here I wish to refer to the noble gifts that havo been made within the last few yeats by private individuals for the estab lishment and endowment of colleges in lhe United Kingdom and the colonies. The Science College at Birmingham has been endowed by Sir Josiah Mason with the magnificent sum of about £150,000—(ap plause) ;—the college at Sheffield has been founded by Mr Firth entirely at his own expense ; Sit Samuel Wilson has given no less than £37,000 to tbe Melbourne Uni versity; and Sir William Hughes and Sir Thomas Elder have each presented £20,000 for the establishment of chairs in the University of Adeliade. (Applause,) These are but some out of the numerous instances of the generous application of private wealth for the furtherance of edu cation—examples which I trust may some day be imitated in this colony of New Zealand, (Cheers,) It has been said, and with much probability, that it would have been better to have afforded facilities to intending students tor residence at some central college for tbe whole colony, and if 1 regaid tbe work of a university col lege merely as concerning those who can afford to devote their whole time to study, I should say so too, Indeed, many such might with advantage go through a uni versity education in the mother country. 1 wish it to be understood that in anything I have said, I do not for a moment desire to detract from the advantages that may be obtained by residence at one of the uni versities of the United Kingdom, but for a large majority of young men residing in the colonies, so long an absence as this would necessitate is im possible. Thi.ro are hundreds of young men aid women in this city and neighbour hood who go straight from school to the business of life with their education but half completed, or rather little more than begun, who could not afford the time neces sary for residence at a university college oither elsewhore in the colony or in Europe. (Applause). I look forward to seeing many such coming here to attend either morning or evening classes, to present themselves at the examinations and obtain certificates of proficiency. There are others whose occu pation in life makes the study of some par ticular science—such as mechanics, or chemistry, or botany—of special advantage; and here tbey will have the opportunity of attending any one course of lectures they may desire. There are, it is true, some technical subjects, such as scientific agricul ture, which can best be studied in residen tiary colleges, like the Agricultural College at Linoom, near Christchurch, which opens its doof freely to students from all parts of the colony. For the students of law, how ever, a city possessing a Supreme Court and an excellent law library, and where so many members of the profession reside, ought to offer special advantages, l trust that steps will ere long be taken to establish in this college lectureship! similar to these in Canterbury and Otago. With regard to medicine, I sec no reason why medical education should not bo given in Auckland which would, equally with that of Dunedin, be recognised by the University of Edin burgh. (Applause,) The musical talent, which nndoubtedly exists among the people of Auckland in no ordinary degree— (cheers) — might derive great assistance from regular instruction in the science of music, in which I am glad to see that the University of New Zea land is empowered to grant degrees—(ap plause)-and I trust that there will be many students of general literature who will be able to profit by tho use of the splendid and interesting library which Sir George Grey has so munificently presented to the city. (Cheers,) But, whatever branch of study be followed, let it not be supposed that this college is lonnded only for tho acquisition of professional training. Its object is wider, higher, nobler. I trust that the ambition of all who enter it will be the true philosophy, the pursuit of learning valued for its own sake, not merely as a means to some other end. (Cheers.) It ia thoso who thus approach her, that Know ledge greets with a smile of welcome, and for whom she throws open widest tbe door of her treasure house. Ia the words of MacauUy :—

There aro who, while to vulgar oyes they seem Ot all my bounties largely to partake, Of mo as of some rival's handmaid deem, And court mo but for gain, power, fashion's sake. To suoh, though deep thei? lore, though wide their fame, Shall my groat mysteries be all unknown: But thou throuijh good and evil, praiso and blame. Will not thon love me for myself alone ? Yea; thou wilt lovo me with exceeding love • ' And I will tenfold all thy love ropay; Still smiling, though the tender may reprove • Still faithful, though tho trusted may betray. And when on restless night dawns cheerless morrqw. When weary soul and wasting body pine, Thino am I still, in danger, sickness, sorrow; In conflict, obloquy, want, exile—thine. (Prolonged cheering.) My next duty, hav ing been placed in this somewhat onerous position of tho chair this evening, is to introduce to you the professors of the University College, who have lately arrived in Auckland; but before I do so, I wish to pay a just tribute fo the eminent services of Sir Maurice O'Rorke, in reference not only to the. Univer sity of Auckland, but to university educa tion generally in the colony of New Zea land. (Loud cheering.) lam sure that no one can read those able reports of the Uni versity Commission, of wn'ch Sir Maurice D'Korke was chairman, without coming to the conclusion that to him wo are largely indebted for tho establishment of this uni versity, and for the organization which has been alroady established, and which I hope will soon be carried out in New Zea land. (Cheers.) It is seldom that one cm be found with the abilities which he pos sesses, aod the tact that he also possesses, and Hint will give the time that he does to these educational institutions. (Applause.) And_ now, ladies and gentlemen, I wish specially to refer to the gentlemen who have, as I betoro mentioned, been appointed the professors of tbe college, and who have lately arrived in Auckland. I must say, judging as I do from the testimonials which i have read 'respecting those gentlemen,!' that this part cf the colony, and Auckland

of such extremely high atteSjl »«b_2';' are known to possess? (ApS^W2 thishall,mad.notesfr n l.4l ore «NSR_ r ;' notes to yon. Thr>» «._? ffllt ffle. ttafu, not in the leasffiee riv?? 'feffilS foil value but givf £& WgKg ments of the gentlemen trim.. Ut&__ ' y°u," Pr°^orßrow,!^l^ftS_ geology, and other science k !che*K 8 cal.y and practicall,o,T___S*» and Germany. He Is thea_H n .^*C, learned works, both in E n \tt? n ss I a «*' "yyty away thf hfc*^ at the London UntversitV- n_^«isi__ School of Mines, he ffi£** searches m chemistry at _____WS_< tion and the South Kent f and more recently has filled*. ***■«-)». monstrator of chemistry atTorf,?.?*4^ turer at Magdalen Colleges"*- f*W' testimonials, which are from ..!Chool< 8k scientific men of thedv,^>fi * equally high terms, whetneS^ittl, discoverer, a speaker at meet?*. * ¥*»««, societies, a lecturer, or an aSS* 1 cf Ie «m_ f XA Ti mV? c?mme«>ced hfr c __ *«W ■% ford by winning the hi_h U.s*'« oi. Balllol scholarship , a_fi&^ S, second class m mathematics .t^Nki ' and a first class in the K n _ fiV^tfoa of natural science; and a 3S__js3 ship in phyaical geology ZSB^ ! He posses tea a thsroueh k".^^ French, German ■__H_J_f^. during scientific travels fSS V^ti countries. The late BrtfipfoK and others bear the high* I_£N» his abilities as a student,"'Kb*«• j and an instructor; and t£* X^>> I two years he has been, _h£ __£**'' of the Royal Agriculturalffi_a *i land, engaged In scientific __2f _» S the subject of flake in she "p-ITS I of which labours were publUW?*^ll1 * last. Professor Ticker? bSocfeb« Classics and English, has mJ^t^M three highest distinctions (__j___»i has to offer. In 1881 he ... ,Mb,% the Craven University {__-_„_««*. «J io 1882 he came om _f£_**l' »i' and Chancellor's Medallist ___■ >* were I learn from t_ii____s» j by those moat competent ,_ '?*» won in the face of comn..i._ 'Mk>, tlon.il, keen, and in WSwW. which made change ofX _ .f ** climate for a time necessary h.*."** had the.sdvantage of «&£&s giving instruction both to nrfl.T™*l' and to larger classes, l^TjW* these observations lritttwrt __M** shade that has bean casrZ^.*o^ proceedings of the AuckCd l£|.!£_ College by the lamented®_____ ! Walker. Although i nerethX^ tunity of meeting him, 113 __!____ himfrommyso n fwho;harSth«S with him on his passage from W _? Adelaide, and from the wav_ .V J*1' son spoke of him iffig *jft pated great pleasure in makine h_ _*_r I tance. All those who wl^Sff' I testimony both to.hia high*ffij attainments, and it is aadjo Vufijg. | from whom so much was ■e_w__i _! I before whom, but a few Sj?J; I bright a cateer seemed to lie, J_v__L_ I suddenly and prematurely cat off/M ladies and gentlemen, I am afraid I M troubled you too long with ray oS bona,, and I am sure you will be gIX 1 hear the views of some one else, anll_ot beg to ask Professor Brown, _'.____ of the Professorial Board, in\jgfift to favour us with some observations, Professor Brown, who watt Very cordial]* received, delivered a short bit interest address. He thought it right on S \ the occasion of the opening of «_u_. Ax___! :| land University College, that they, _, i professors, should make soma referese. to * the event. Bat His Excellency tha Goto ■■■.■) nor had dealt with the whole subject of ■ education so clearly and exhaustively tint there was very little left for them tony on the general question, His Excellency _J | told themoftheriaeandprogresaof _e„: uoiversities, of the establishment d • the modern colleges in England, and under these circumstances he thought _ could not do better than confine himself to thj subjects which he had come hereto j teach, viz., chemistry and physics, and tell them something of that teaching which might be of interest to all, Notwithsttnd. ,:■ iog the great cry for scientific ednwJon r which was makiog itself heard at home, there remained a vast number of tin population who regarded all kinds of lesit. ing as well enough for'doctors, lawjw, ' and clergymen, but as something with 1 which they had nothing to do. The; 1 argued that their fathers lived aid prospered without scientific education, ani that they could also do without it, on tht ■■_ principle that what was good enoueli the father was also good enough for tte son. how this idea was entirely fake, i~l| to prove that it was so he could not do fl better than relate several incidents iat I nection with recent discoveries, , Ttuy .9 knew that in the manufacture of coal gii m a large quantity of tar was produced, fl Some twenty-five years ago an KngHnhniw M made the discovery that there existed in 'j this tar a red dye, which ia now called fl magenta.. He and others -established 9 works in England, where this dn M was manufactured. All went unMiWy -||| and prosperously for some time, other worn I were established, and an extemhe tnde «! commenced. But then it was diseoroed i that this coal-tar was the eouree of dya of I every conceivable tint aud immense beauty, and was in faot an almost inexhaustible mine of wealth to those who knew what to i do with it. The Gen_«,iis know wrf inaoli more of chemistry than we, and conse- • quently the manufacture of those dyes bad \ paaaed out of English, hands, and'W.enor. mbus trade, worth millionth; aoM-Uji bid gone to enrich the German nafios,™ | had actually taken place :'»Wi I notwithstanding the fact that W tar was almost exclusively mioe j in England, while the; dyes wm almost exclusively used there, fMji | again, in the district of M lddlesborougli,. • : on the Tees,.iron ore exists,-,WeaWtßi' I titles, ''his iron contained phMpboiß) and for that reason was not n&jM. n \ manufacture into steel. Some .mm * twenty years ago, Sir Eeaxjißmem*f invented a process by whiohsteel¥»"««« easily and cheaply from ordinary Iwoj ua consequently steel wis replacingM . manufacture of ships, machifljry; St. . im . Cleveland people were unable,w«»P«; j with this trade, and ■when-hs.WW* through the country several y«" f «Pi it presented the appeaianee otw utmost desolation. Furaaca .WW*."* workmen dischsiged, and JtaJBlW. . despondent, A man named GdetoWW however, invented a aimole pwow v , which Cleveland iron could be 'i»«J»" steel. Th<f. process had been «««W the new plant was being m"?^E^ j Middlesborough, men warttagaia WW «■ ployed, and a new day of P.^Mf^'S dawning on the Tees. He might»««» tell how the mechanical tbeonrj ft BMJr" thought out in colleges and in UMg^ and how it has been direct!? -*PP»»-» compound manufactured engines^ wiiu ■ which large ocean steamers could M"**" Australia and New Zealand. 1 refrigerating apparatus, *Uoß.y*^__ ) | M 1 to bring large steamers here, and w WgJ 1 the foundation of a lW:*f-MJ2S, I' industry. He believed he had said ea»^ to convince his hearers that^emli"?" ; physics have a considerable Bflue« t ordinary life, and he sincerelyJf"^H, i the scientific education to I this newly-founded college ff^Si-d I fair share in the rise and m _•»»"" | prosperity of this important^ti^^^.

"PINK DOMINOS."

The Melbourne Comedy Company opew at the Opera House last evening in «» , | Domlnos." There was a very fail «f sn' ance, considering the counter-»tt«wtl <,n " , Maccabe at the Theatre Boyal, W^U'T \ favourable state of the weather. Mtgt«™S r 1 Wbyte impersonated Joskin TuW*< "Tl■ I made that individual a most **"»» I character. The other ehs«cton*« •■ I cast as follows: Charles Mg-j Mr George Leopold; Sir Percy W^Sj Mr R. A. Vernon ; Henry GeeenUneM" J D'Arcy Stanfield; Brisket, Mrß. »TO J Waiter, Mr W. Simmons.; Lady WW, I Wagstaffe, Miss Emilie Fenwick; »»Vffi 1 Miss Emma Fischer: Mrs To^Jj. Rvan; Rebecca, Miss Blanche LMP«"i J Miss Burrows, Miss Arrows-itp. r_ | principal characters were very VeU..™ F.«. I sented, and the performance generauy * peared to be well apprecialea. n ,^ jj amusing farce, " A Fit of Dyspepwi ««t ; pissed off auccessfnliy. ;'Pink Lomm» will be repeated this evening.

Fergeant Ballantine on one occssion nt* a lady client named Tickle. Mrßallan tine said to the judge, "Tickle, «?.«'<&■ mv lord." Here he was infer mptedpyw" judge sayine, "Tickle her jonrself, *y learned brother." . Ballantine lookedseriO« 11 day after that,

THE AUCKLAND EVENING STAR, TUESDAY. MAY 22.

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, special Advertisements, -jirr O -i ICE. TO THE INHABITANTS OF D-VONPORT AND LAKE DISTBICT. AND THB PUBLIC GENERALLY. MR AVKNKLL, Butobeb, begs to announce that ho has purchased the Butchering Buslnesß of Messrs Alison _ro'. at Dovonport, and will W ni_ie_ce business onfct May. t Having a thorough knowledge of the Butcher- In _ Buainess, after 80 years' experience, he trusts that by supplying primest quality of meat at reasonable rates to secure a oontlnuanoe ot the liberal support extended to his predecessors. Devong^rtTAprU 28,1883. -srr O "*T I C E . In announoing the disposal of our Bntohering ______T to Mb. WILLIAM AVBNELD, Who takoeTpWßeßslon on May Ist, we desire_toi return to the residents of Devonport, Lake, and other o-iSoto/oiir sincere thanks for their atannoh and liberal support during the last 14 years. Having known Mr. Avenell for several ysars, we feel justified In asserting that the business will llicarried on in snob a satisfactory manner that he same kind support will be given to **"*■* ~ ALISON BROS. DevffoDOrt, April 28,1883. UCKLAND GAS COMPANY LIMITED, ESTABLISHED 18(2, PURVEYORS 0? LIGHT, HEAT, AND POWER. The Company sell and erect gas-fittings, in cluding gas apparatus and gas-power engines. Stock includes Otto Gas Engines. Offloe and Bhow-rooms, Fort-street. ■ rpHORNTON, SMITH AND FIRTH =: : I HAVE FOR SALE' jy ~,,.jy.y_ "Or wn"'«Flour, In sacks, 100's and 60V Champion" do. do. do. ■'Cantab1 * do* do. do, -. , shfltiiw- ,v -{ '! * ■.' , ;..;.,. •',T-.:'Basa~ '-■' * n;' nownoiic .....- '_.-■'-- Fowl-Wheat trwr/rUttcs J, lirornj



Special A-vertißfttr>erits k ___ '■ - TN THE INSOLVENT EBTATE OF A. LINABURY AND CO. I J. '' 1 T r^OBGRAVK ANn /"10. J. L/OSGBAVB AND \SO. • Being tho Snoeoßsfnl Tonderers in the above Hatato. beg to annonnoo to the Inhabitants of Anokland and Its vicinity that a J SALE ALB OF THB BAMB WILL BB HELD ON THE PREMISES LATELY OCCUPIED BY A. LINABURY AND CO., QUEEN-STREET, AND WILL CONTINUE UNTIL THE ENTIRE STOOK IS CLBARBD OUT, REGARDLES3 OF COST I J, CoSGRAVE AND Go. Price /X Is 6d > V /&4v soleWA. /<y^y PROPRIETOR \V 4«v <C. HENDERSON)-^ V£_ \CHEMIST/ ,&/ \&v \/ S&S \4sr Price \IX ls6d With Storekeepers this useful Remedy has a rapid and increasing demand, its price being within the reach of all, and its virtues second to none. To be had wholesale from :— ARTHUR H. NATHAN. 33 QUEEN STREET. KEMPTHORNE & CO., SHORTLAND STREET. C. HENDERSON, QUEEN ST. JUNCTION. 158 & 160 THE Queen-st. 158 & 160 Queen-st. 158 & 160 NEW ZEALAND Queen-st. 158 & 160 Queen-st. 158 & 160 CLOTHING FACTORY Queen-st. 158 & 160 Queen -St. ' 158 & 160 Supply Queen-Bt. 1 158 & 160 __, Queen-st. ; 158 & 160 MEN'S AND BOYS' Queen-st. 158 & 160 Queen-st 153 & 160 CLOTHING, Queen-st. 158 & 160 Queen-st. 158 & 160 Superior in Fitting: and Queen-st. , 158 & 160 quality Queen-st. ' 158 & 160 VUALrrx, Queen-st, 158 1160 At PRICES FARLOWKR gjgfc 1581 160 u^othe, Queen^t. 158 & 160 Establishments. Queen-st. i 158 & 160 Queen-st, ■ 158 & 160 m™. ceierrated Queen-st. .. 158 & 160 "™ BLEBBATBD Queen-st. 158 & 160, MOSGIEL TWEEDS. Bneen'B£* 158 & 160 "t"0"1^^ A " «»_■-. Qneen-sL 158 & 160 Madß of Queen-st. 158 & 160 aaaae oi Queen-St. 158 &»'6O Pure New Zealand Wools, Queen-t, ; 15U&.60 Are used, Queen-st. 158 & 160 And all Garments are Sn^t, 158 & 160 made-up In Queen-st. 158 & 160 Queen-st. 153 & 160 THEDS OWN FACTORY, Queen-st. ' }fis I ieo Consequently every pro- S^^ ? _ £ iro cess of the Manufacture is Queen _L ■ ifflSlm under the immediate super- _ ne _i _tl i« % ?fin -risUm ot the Firm, and the _£«_!_ i« I m Genuine Quality of Mate- g^eS _fc i§ I im rf"l and Workmanship is &££S li & 160 toenby guaranteed. EggS. • 158 & 160 Queen-Bt. - 158 & 160 AUCKLAND, Queen-st. • 158 & 160 AndatAlbertßtreet, Queen-st. . 158 & 160 THAMES Qaeen '_- i 158 & 160 I_.AM__. Queen-st. I 158 & 160 J- FITZSIMONS, 3u_e-.ft , 158 „ 160 Branch Manager. Queen-st. ; T> AT S I RATSI RATS I-Uae Xii SHARLAND- PHOSPHOR PASTE, Rats eat it greedily, and die; no smell. Prioe, One Shilling a Bottle, SHARLAND 85 CO.. opposite Post-offloe. Important Announcement. MBSBRS 8. COOMBES & CO. have again to make an announcement of the Pnrohase ot a Large Stook, comprising that of Messrs J, COS GRaVE te CO., and that having Purchased the Goods at a Low Figure, he will be enabled to dispose of them to the publlo at about 10S IN TBB POUND, OR HALF ORIGINAL This stock is well known to be one ot the Largest, Cheapest, and Beat Selected in or around Auokland, and Messrs 8. Coombes and Co. have determined to dispose of it in ONE MONTH on the very favourable terms above mentioned. The Eale will oommenoe on MONDAY NEXT, APRIL I»TH. In the premises lately occupied by Messrs J. COSGRAVE & CO,, Queen -street. For Fuller Partlonlara, see Advertisement In another column. S. COOMBES & CO., QUEEN-STR-ET, ■ AMES RE ID AND SON Beg to call the attention and careful considera tion of those about to Furnish to the Very Favourable Prices ot ALL KINDS OF FURNITURE. Having introduced Steam Power, they are pre pared to Bupply all work Cheaper than any other house in town. ; JAMES RBID & SON, Furniture Emporium, HOBSON-STREBT (2nd Shop from Viotorla-et rjn & S gj OO X JS, 44 AND 46, VICTORIA-STBEBT, Beg to draw the attention of Ladles and Gen tlemen furnishing to their LARGE AND WELL-ASSORTED STOOK OF TjIURNITURE, comprising Drawing and Dining-room Suites, Iron and Wood Bedsteads, Wardrobes with floss panels. Sideboards, Choffoniers, Hall ables and Hatstands. Office Tables, Chimney and Toilet Glasses-D-ilng Tables, Cane Chairs in great variety, Toiletware, Drawers, Wash stands, &o„ &c, .„'„__. riARPBTS, including Brnsse__Tapestry, B_dderm__ter, and Felt Carpets, Hearthrugs, Coir and China Mattings, Stair Carpets, Linoleum, Floorcloth, Door Mats, Wool Mats, Bed-room Rugs; &c, "OEDDING of all kinds and of the best quality. Hair, Wool, Flook, CoooaFibre, and Flax Mattresses, Spring Mattresses, including the Paten, Wire Wove Mattress :Feather Beds, Bolsters, and Pillows; Kapok Bods, Bolsters and Pillows, and Pal liasse T. & H.~COOKE, 46, VICTOMA-STRE (Factory. Elliott-street. The Direct Supply Store, 249, quebn-street, BUY OF THB IMPORTERS DIRECT FROM THE MANUFACTURERS. HANCHARD AND CRANWELL Have t c following among other bargains i— Children's Toy Mugs, 6 tor is Strong Printed Onps, same price Strong Printed Caps and Saooers, 4a doz. White and Gold do, 8s don. Pheasant Plates, from2s 6d doz. a Glass Sugar and Cream or Butter Cooler for Is Tumblers, 3s 6d doz.: Water Bottle and Glass, is A Btrong pair of Carvers, Is 6d Knives and Forks. aU Blzes and prtoM Children . Knife. Fork, and Spoon, 6d Handsome Japanned Trays, 2s Strong Japanne* Bread .mm. Bd Alaraepalrof Va .sforlsOd A complete Toilet set. S pieces, 6a 91 A Beautiful Table ToilotSet. *> 6d Tray Looking Glasses from 4s 9d _o3_ tin. Largest rrizss for the SmaUeat Money, In oval Borew-pillar, box. fo., &0. Raallv Good Fenders now 7sod Anewtotof Oharooal Box Irons, to be sold at 4aandts9d _ • Hair and Cloth Brushes, lseach Oarpenters' Hammers, is: Pincers, 8d Ladierf Toy do. Bd _ Nnt Craokers, 3d Yankee Spring Balances. Is each. Also? to radioes variety-statnary, yases, Luatree, Glass Snades. Lamps, Bird Cages, Ontlery, Crockery, Glassware, Tinware, and General Furnishing Ironmongery, REMEMBER! ■ ',' , YOU OAM.GUffl^iiMOS* iBXTHINO X<?t?:W-NT -- ;: ! ■ lii Jußio&>S ■■:>' ::-. 'ft H-ANOHARD & CrANWKLL'B DmaCT SUPPLY STOB-, | , ,_i"i (ft 219, QUEBN-ST.



________r 1 v 13R. - ! Government House, Anokland, May 18th, 1833. > TTIS BXOBLLBNOY THB GOVERNOR WILL HOLD A FULL DRESS LEVEE At Government House, Auokland, { On THOKBDA. (Her Majesty's Birthday), 24th May, at 12 noon. Gentlemen attending the Levee will wear uniform or evening dress, and aro requested to provide themselves with two cards with their names legibly inscribed thereon, one card to be left on the table at the entranoe-door, and the other to be given to the Alde-de-Camp. By His Excellency's command. 0. V. BOOLBB, Major, A.D.O,