SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.

SIGH WA™{sSS»«?SftS£. ftM ß eUNSKT.-This Evening, 7.12 eUNRISE.-Tomorrow Morning, 4.43 JdOON'S AdK.-Kirst Quarter, 20th, 1.0 a.m,

ARRIVALS.

LAST EVENING. Oamarn, brigantino, Richards, from Rarotongft TO-DAY. Kowena, as., Amodoo, from Mercury Bay ClansraaD, s s.. Karquhar, from Russell Loch Cree, barque, Jones, from London Look Out, briganUno, Harwood, from Sydney Vonus, kotcd, Neill, from Opotikl

DEPARTURES.

LAST EVENING. Thomas Russell, s.a., Helandor, for Gisbornp ■Wellington, s.s.. Stephonson. for Whangarei Waitaki, s.a., Crawford, for Whangarel Maogregor, 5.8,, Johnson, for Whangarei TO-DAY. Annabell. britc. McDonald, for Kaipara . tiarah Pile, britrantlne, Backßtrom, forKaipara Kowena, 8.8., Amodeo, for tho Bamor Neteto. barque, Smith, for Sydney Darcy Pratt, brlgantine, Smith. forKaipara Cabajfoidh, barque, Haghes.for Mongonui

IMPORTS.

Per Lookout, from Sydney—3,6oo feet cedar, 1,500 bags bonedust. Por Oamarn, from Karotonga-1,000 gallons limojuico, 5,800 cocoanuta, 61 bales cotton, 22 bags coffee, 70 tons copra, 65 tons cotton good, 4,750 pineapple?, 1,417 gallons whalo oil.

The ketch Venus arrived from Opotikl this morning, with 321 saoks maize, 48 pigs, 11 hides, 6 bags fungus. • . .

Per Kaikoura-1 case guns, 2 cases fishing tackle—D. Evitt, Queen-street.

EXPORTS.

Per Notero, for Sydney—l;3so sacks oats. 111 *alo« flax, 500 kegs blasting powder, 150 bases fibre, 65 pkgs harrows, 52 bundles hay, 3U doors, 100 mantelpieces, SO casks beef, 10 oasks horns. 7 casks oil, 80 bales tow, 10 coses machinery.

Inwards Coastwise.—Progress, from Wha ngapoua, with 28,000 ft. timber; Rata, from WaTara, with 33,000 ft, timber.

Outwards Coastwise.—Mana and Puka puka, for Tairua; Zillah, for Thames; Rata, forWaiara; Progress, for Pakiri.

The ».s. Rowena arrived from Mercury Bay1 and Tairua early this morning, and left again for the Barrier at 10 a.m.

The brigantlne Lookout arrived from Sydney -this afternoon, the pasuage having occupied 18 tiaysi

Tho s.s. Clansman arrived from Tauransra this morning. Passengers-: MrsPagetMrslToudo, ilissoa BrouncSer (2), Kerisington, RobertsOD, Murray, Sly. Sinclair. Jackaon, Master Weßton, Messrs T. Walmsley, Johnson, R. A. Pike, Jordan, Proud o.

The Auckland schooner Atlantic, aohoonor Flora, and H.M.S. Constance were at Rarotonga when the Oamaru lef L The Atlantio will return hore about the end of March.

The following Union steamers are due to ar rive during tho ensuing week:—Penguin (at Onehunga), from thsSouth. Sunday, at 11 am.: Southern Cross, from Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, Sunday, early; Waihora. from Gis borne and Southern ports, Monday, early; Ringarooma, from Sydney, Tuesday, early.

Captain Harwood reports of the passago of brigantino Lookout, whioh arrived In harbour, today :—"Left Sydney on Thursday, December 4th, with a cargo of bonedust and somo cedar. Experienced strong winds and heavy seas the first halt of passage, tho latter part light winds from B.K. by Jffi. to N.E. and fine weather. Ar rived off Tiritiri 10 p.m. December 18.

The brißantino Oamaru loft Rarotonga on the lßt December, and oxperioncod light easterly winds, veering to northerly, until off tho coast on Wednesday laßt, Thtnoe till arrival hero last evening light airs and calms prevailed. Passenger: MrR. Jones.

ARRIVAL OF THE LOCH CREE.

The barque Loch Cree, consigned to the Now Zealand Shipping Company, with a full general cargo from London, has been signalled all day, but owing to contrary winds, sho will not get np till this evening. She loft on Sept 1, and is therefore 110 days out Sho brings no pas sengers. Captain Jones, who was in charge when the Loch Cree was hpro before, is still master.

TELEGRAPHIC SHIPPING.

LYTTEI.TON," Friday.—Sailed: Coromandel, tarquo, for London, with wheat.

Welltnoton, Friday.—Sailed: Waihora. for 41»e North. Passengera: Misses Weldon, Archer. Watoon, Henry, Malcolm." Sheedy, Mesdanrea Huesoll. BroVn, Dr. Newman, Messrs LJewellyn, Gibbons. Tavlor, Schatz, Stilton, Curtis, Brown, Callis, Robertson, Doubleday (2), Hemion, Jivans, Logan, McLean, Halden, Smith, Tyacke. This day: Sailed, Coptic, for London.

Waitara, this day.—Sailed: Lalla Rookh, 12.10 p.m., and Oreti, 12.25 p.m., boHiforOne hunga. WhaNQAKBI, this day.—Sailed: Wellington -and Waitaki, for Auckland, both at 10 a.in.

Chief Post-Office, Auckland.

Majus will Close as under— This Day. rt -r^*"^ For RusssU, Kawakawa, Herd's Poiffit, Wantra- —j j-wjtnd.Mongotui, par Clana***-1 1"-1 -mgrw aq - ftlt "'"l"'j» i • ,iu77minnflnl at 11.30 a.m. For Thames, pet Rotomahana, at i p.m. For Russell and Kawakawa, por Waihora, ' at 'Ip.m. Cor Tauranga, Ohlnemutu and Opotikl, per Wellington, at 6 p.m. For Mangawai and Kaiwaka, por Ruby, at sp.m. 7br Thames, per Enterprise, at 5.30 p.m. Tuesday, 23rd inst. Fer Taranaki and Southern Ports, per Penguin, at 7.10 a.m.

For Waiwcra, Kawau, Omaha, Matakana, and Warkworth, por RosoCasey, at 10 a.m. ■Wednesday, 2ith inst. For Ringarooma, as follows;— For India, China, Japan. Mediterranean Ports, and Continent ot Europe, at 11 a.m. For Australian Colonies, and United King• dnm via Suez and Brindlsi, or Naples (per Orient boat), for letters, etc., specially so prepaid and addressed, at 11 a.m. ' For Franco, Algeria,. Ad«n, Seychelles, Mauritius. Gape of Good Hope, Madagascar, etc (per French Packet from Sydney), at 10 a.m. For Honey Orders, Registered Letters, and Newßpapera, at 11 a.m. Late letters for Sydney and Melbourne only, at 11.20 a.m. Tho United Kingdom mail will bo due in London on Tuesday, February 10, 1885. ' „ • Tuesday, (ith January.

Pers.B. Australia, as follows :— For Navigators Islands, Sandwich Islands, United 'States of America, Canada, British Columbia, Central, and South America, and British and Foreign West Indies, at 1 p.m - Foe United Kingdom and Continent of Europe, at 1 p.m. . Money orders, registered letters and news papers, at 1}.30 a.m. ,; Late letters, bearing an extra fee of six pence in addition to the postage, will be reoeivod by the Mall Agent on board the Bteamer up to the time of sailing. This mail will be duo Is London on Friday, ' I3th February, 1885.

The Government steamer Stella will leave the Bluff for West Coast Sounds on 27thinst,

N.B.—From and after the 15th November ult, the following rateß of Postage must be prepaid on Correspondence for the United Kingdom, addressed to bo sent via Briudisl :—

On all Letters one shilling per half-ounce or baotlon of half an ounce.

On all Book Packets and Parcels, three pence for every two ounces or fraction of two ounces.

On all Newspapers, twopence each. : Correspondence addressed via Suez and Brindisl, and not fully prepaid, will be for warded via San Francisco. S, B. BISS, Chlet Postmaster. Chief Post-office, Auckland.

Meetings, Entertainments, Etc.

DECEMBER 20, 1851,

Abbotl's OporaHouso-Millis's VcntrlloqulsUc Entertainment, and tho " Vagaries Of the Block head Family," 8 p.m.

Theatre Royal—Complimentary Concert to M' Hagan, 8 p.m.

Lorne-streot Hall — Lime-light Views, Dog Show, and Marionettes, Y.M.C.A.—Lecturo on "The Bre«t6plato"by Rev. J. S. Hill, 7.30 p.m.

Notices to Correspondents.

A Pabbnt.-Wo understand that the oustom is toissuo cards of invitation to tho' boyamotder that thoy may deliver them to their paronte, nnd posßibly tho absence ol some boys from school on tho day of issuo. Thos. Portkr (Mercer).-In England, Lacty Moscow trotted 17 miles in saddle under tiro hour, and Captain McGowan trotted 29 mileii in 58mln. 25eccB. at Boston ■(Am'onca),on.3lst October, 18G5. These aro tho best authentic records. _....

Births.

BIRCH.—On Deo. 18, at her rosidenco, Groy-st,, tlio wife of C. J. Birch ot a son. CURTIS.—On December 17, at her mother's rcsidenco, Karaka, Drury, the wifo of Thomas Curtis, o£ Holensvillc, o£ a son. JONES.—On December 10th, at her residence, Wynyard-stroet, the wife of W. S. Jones, or a son.

Marriages.

PErERSON— ANDERSON. — At Qjoonsland, on 28th November, by tho Rev. Samuol W. Asher, at Bathel House, Andrew John Peter son, contractor, to Jacobina Glen, third daughter of Archibald Anderson, er-cijicot, Auckland, late Of GlasgoW.-Homc fdpors please copy. T : , TURNER - (SEfcDAftb. — At 1 the" Re^ftry Office, on trie Otli Docombor, William TWriior, fifth son of tho lato William Turner, 10 Sarah Jano Geldard, seoond daughtor of late James Goldard, Drury. ; WHITE—CONNOLLY.—On October 22nd. at St. Patrick's Cathedral, by the Very Roy. Fathor Walter Macdohald, assisted by tho Rev. Father Muhoney. John White to Cathorino Connolly, both of this.city t

Deaths.

TRIMBLE.—On Decombor 20th, at Dovonport Mary Ann, wife of William Trimble; aged Funeral will leave at 4.30 p.m. on Sunday, 21st inst. SCOTT.—On December 10th, at tho resfdenoe of his parents, SUninier-slroet, Ponaon'by, WIU Ham Jameß, youngest and dcttrly beloved son ot John and Jannct Scott; aged 12 months. Tho funeral will lcivvo tho parents'resldonco to-morrow (Suud.tiy) ftfternomf, at half,-past Ih'reo o'clock. Friends pleaso accept this m vltatton.

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

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1884.

For the cause that lacks assistance, For the wrong that needs resistance For the future in tho distance, Ana tbe good that vre oan do.

The establishment of a Protectorate by Germany over the northern portion of New Guinea, New Ireland, New Britain, New Hanover, and the Ad miralty Islands, reported in a cable despatch published by us in a second edition last night, is an event that has been foreshadowed by the tone of the German press for some time past. It will probably be found that the partition of the great island is the fruit of a friendly arrangement between England and Germany. Tbfic has been no precipitancy .a'^ouc the action of oither country. England's intention to anne;r certain portions was publicly announced long before the formal act was authorised; the negotiations for an Australian guarantee of expenses occupied many months Meanwhile, any of the Great Powers might have stepped in and taken possession of the country if so minded. But none of them was very anxio.is for the responsibility. England, in finally yielding to pressure from the Australasian colonies, con fined her authority to those portions which might in the future injuriously affect Northern Australia; and . Ger ■» -xMinranui aicin to that winch a fox cherishes towards a goose, has estab lished rights over the roasts nearest to the Dutch possessions and the adjacent islands. There is, we think, every reason to feel satisfied with this adjust ment. An active German interest in the South Pacific will strengthen the colonies and England in checking the French policy of populating the South Pacific islands -with the canaille and criminal off-scuuringr. of French ci'ies. As a field for regular settlement aad the development of the Anglo-Saxon race, New Guinea will never be a pos session of any great value. It will grow'sugar-cane, but not better than Fiji or Northern Queensland. Vasi territories of Australia—the south' western parts especially—more suit able for British colonisation, are still un peopled. In Australia, there is room for all the capacities of British ex pansion during the next century. In annexing New Guinea, the Imperial policy has aimed at securing the Aus tralian coasts and avenues of com merce rather than finding new fields of settlement.. The Germans are a plodding, industrious, law-abiding race. They will prove good neighbours, and England cafl look upon their adoption of a colonising and civilising career without apprehension and without jealousy. Already, the British Empire is so widely scattered that its de fence in time of war would tax the Imperial resources. Mere greed of valueless terri'ory—earth hunger—is not desired by the intelli gence of the nation; and we can heartily welcome and applaud the enter prise of any other country which re solves to do its share in subjugating the waste places of the earth, provided that its aim is civilisation, the promo tion of commerce and settlement, and not demoralisation and plunder

Brett's Auckland Almanac, 1885, is now ready, and may be had at the Stab office or from all stationers. The present number

is larger than any previous issue. It con tains 208 pages of closely-printed reading matter, giving the latest descriptive and statistical account of New Zealand, and especially of the provincial district of Auckland, mail, railway, coach, and steam time-tables, garden -and* other'calendars, tide-tables, domestic and general diaries, shipping customs, and other official in formation, &c, &c. The prico remains as before, at one shilling.

The cases of breaches of the Licensing Act against the publicans will come on for hearing on Monday next. Summonses have been issued against the following :— B. Downing, City Hotel (two charges); W. Lynch, Aurora Hotel; Patrick Gleoson, Gleeeon's -Hotel; A. Kidd, Commercial Hotel; Hubert Oram, Oram's Hotel (two charges); and Josoph Cattery, Auckland Hotel (two charges).

It is expected that the foundation-stone of the new Roman Catholic Chapel at PonJ sonby will be laid immediately upon Bishop Luck's return to Auckland. Nearly £1,000 towards the cost of the structure have been raised by Father Walter, and this sum is now drawing interest at the bank. It was originally intended that the foundation stone should be laid before the Bishop's departure from Auckland.

The Slaughter-house Licensing Court was held this morning before H. Gf. Seth Smith, R.M., and Messrs Primo anCClnvto 1; Mr J. B. Stoney, clerk. Thajljpwing re newals wore granted (Mr QM'ior appli cants) :—George Huline, iMfßter-houso at Ellerslie ; Riolard Hellji^ slaughter house at Newton, Mr Cotter (for the New ton Highway Board) said the opposition on the part of the Board had died away. A renewal of license was granted to the Frozen Meat Company, with change of name. . ** •.

Lovers of |fun_, and all who appreciate genuine dramatic talent should attend the Theatre Royal to-night and witness " O'Callaghau on his Last Legs " and "Trial by Jury." The occasion is tho benefit of Mr Martyn flagan who takes tbfl parts of "Felix O'Callaghan" and "The Learned Judge." Sheahan's band plays in the open air prior to the opening.

Dr. Richardson has just been credited with a remarkable cure of dropsy. Louis James, keeper of the Terminus Refresh ment Rooms at Mercer, was suffering so severely from the distressing ailment some eight months ago that he camo down to ■town and placed himßelf under Dr. Richard son'e treatment. Sinco then he has resided continuously in town, and has been tapped no loss than eleven times. Of late he has been rapidly progressing towardc recovery* and yesterday.he returned too Mercer, feeling that ho could dttee moro dispense with medical assistance.

Protracted meetings and tedioiia discus sions are proving highly destructive to tho brain tissue of tho oivfc fathers. On Thurs day night, erie gentleman in a forensic dis course gravoly assurod tho Council that they might as woll tako notice of statements .that had not been made (sic) as of state ments that had been made. And he was not of Milesian origin oither.

The Newmarket Hall is about to be en larged to ineeb tho requirements of the district. Plans havo been prepared by Mr F. W. Grey, and approved by the trustee?. It ia intendod that the ground floor shall includo a reading-room and library, and that thoy shall havo ontVanCe separate from :tlie presont building. A staircasq will also lead to a largo room and ante-iroom on the upper floor. These improvements will no doubt make the hall much moro useful and .better apgijlHated by residents in the vicinity.

In connection with tho recent boat raco bo'twee'n Law and; Banks and Life and Acci dent Insurance Companies,we avp informed that the umpire, who is a member of a prominent rowing club, gave the race to the former, thus disallowing a foul claimed by the.losers, and the stakes were pail over accordingly tiext day. . Tho winners offered to double tho stakes and row the race ovei^ but the challenge was declined. The crews were as follow:—Law and Bank,s: 0. Aickin (stroke), H. Leedham, Tj Steadman, P. A. Vaile, B. Vaile (coxwain). Insurance : Edminston (stroke), Ross, Schmidt, Geo. Johnston, and Smith (coxwain).

By a private message received in town to day, wo learn with regret that tho wife of Mr John Qrigg, M.H.11. for Wakonui, died yesterday morning at her, residence, Long (bcach, Canterbury, after On iffliujjH <kj; elovon daye. IJ»§4ecoased lady was woll known in Au^Jll^&ivhoro, as MissVcrcoo, slio ro ."ick^Jpft #Uty years prior to her marriage Sho was «*ster of Mrs Thomas Russell, and nieqi qf the late Rev. Walter Lawry. Tlioro^iLs a considerable attendance it the Christmas Fair and Cat Show at tho "Lome-street Hall yesterday afternoon and evening, The prizes were awarded as follows : —Best foreign cat, Mr A. Laurip, Mount Edon ; cat with largest family, Mr A. Vadei', Spring-street; finost all-round cat, Mr D. Anderson, Albert Placo, Spring street ; finest black cat, Mrs NoilT, Pon sonby. Mr H, 11, Smith's exhibition of limelight views in the anteroom was much appreciated by the visitors. The principal attractions at the fair to-day are a dog show and a Punch and Judy and marionette exhibition. Wo are informod by tho pro motors that upwards of 60 dogs have been ontered. Tho report on Now Zealand forests, to which reference is made by our Wellington correspondent, is to bo got without delay. Professor Kirk, formerly of Christchurch University, has boon deputed by tho Go vernment to make a full and exhaustive re port on tho subjoct. Mr Kirk will com mence operations at Invorcargill, and work his way northward as far as tho Bay of Islands. It is understood that noxfc session tho Govornment will brina dTiVn a scheme for the conservation, of foroste.

At tha. Pund of Hope Union Executive CiJincil meeting, hold last ovonine at Robson's Rooms, it was deoided that, as only one Band of Hope was willing to take part as a Society in tho Temporance Demonstration, the Socrotary of Union be instructed to iesue a genoral invitation to all Band of Hope members to assomblo at top of Vincont-stroot at 9 o'clock, and a Committee was appointed to meet tho members at same time and place.

At Mount Edon Public School yesterday tlio annual " breaking up " was signalised by a rathor unique competition, instituted by tho head-master, Mr Hoskings. This was no othor than a poetical contest among the senior pupils, male and female, tho choice of subjoct and modo of treat ment being loft completely to tho com petitors. The result was that tho piizo (a handsome copy of Scott's worke) was won by a girl for a poem on "Flowers." A h —<-~,V —V —,—"-~- were awarded in results fully bearing out the wJSFK&fowfi rule that girls aro much more precocious than boys in matters educational, if thoy ire as ii rulo fncapablo of tho samo depth of thought.

The nativo meeting to bo hold at Knnana On the Wangunui lliver, which is referred to by our Wellington correspondent, has been called to consider tho construction of the North Itland Main Trunk Railway, also the disposal Of bind, and will be at tended by all tho principal rivor chiofs. The Hon. Mr Ballanco, Nativo Minister, has been invited to oxplain tho intentions of tho Government, and the invitation has been accepted. Tho korero is expected to last a couple of days, aftor whioh Mr Ballanco will cprae overland through the Palmorston and Wai rarapa districts, thonce returning to Napior and Gisborno. At the last-named place the Nativo Minister will have an interview with Major Ropata. From Gisborno Mr Ballance will return to Wellington, or, as circumstances direct, proceed on to Auck land, with tho view of visiting tho chiefs Rewi, Wahanui, and others at Waikato. The third Of a serios of ventriloqual enter tainments was given in tho Opera Houso last evening by Mr Frod W. Millis. A now programme was presented on the occasion, and proved quite as acceptable as tho previous one. No better evidence of Mr Millis's talent as a ventriloquist and mimic can be afforded than the fact that he succeeds in keeping his audience in a high state of amusement during the whole of the evening. Someof his character Bkotches were exceptionally good, and met with due appreciation. Variety was imparted to the performance by several comic and motto

songs acceptably rendered by Mr Barry O'Noil. A new programme will bo pre sented to-night, -when Mr Millie will appear for the last time prior to his departure from Auckland. Those who can enjoy a laugh should not lriiss the opportunity of witness ing the performance.

The cricket team which leaves for the South by the Penguin on Tuesday next is a strong one so far as batting is concerned, and any weaknegs that exists is principally in the direction of bowling. Although the eleven is not a representative one with status from tho Association, yet it is sufficiently strong, perhaps, to be considered represen tative. The first seven or eight men are considered to be the best who could have .been chosen, and in selecting the other three or four the question has not been so much «'who are the best?" as "who can get away 1" There is some doubt whether or not Arnuil will bo able to go, but if he should the team may safely .be considered quite as strong, if not stronger, than that which went South in 1882. Only two matches have been arranged, and these are against Can terbury and Otago. They will both take place at Christchurch, and a match will probably be played with Wellington on the way back; An interprovincial team fi om- Nelson will play at Auokland during the absence of this eleven.

MrMilner Stephen gave another public healing last night in St. James's Hall, and in a preliminary address said that ho did not profess to be able to cure all. Some persons were not affected by his treatment, just as a mesmerist is obliged to turn away a large proportion of subjects who were not amenable to his power. Among the num ber of people who testified to being bene fitted by the treatment of Mr Stephen, Mr Walter McCaul stated that he had been crippled through 14 years by attacks of sciatica in his back and legs. Doctors had done him no good, and had latterly told him they could not relieve him. He was now comparatively free from pain. He was a private patient of Mr Stephen's, but was prompted by his feelings of gratitude to come forward and speak of it publicly. Mrs Waymouth was a&ain treatod for can cer. She said that the pain on the previous occasion had gone away as soon as Mr Stephen's hands wore laid upon her, and she had seen sinco portions of cancer come away. She said three doctors had pro nounced her case cancer previous to going to the Hospital. A number of other cases presenting no special features were after wards treated, generally with some suc cess.

To the Editor : Sir,—The following cir cumstance in connection with the Maunga turoto indecent assault case I think is worthy of notice, and perhaps something more. One of the deacons of the Congrega tional Church intercepted a J.P. on his way to Court yon Tuesday last, conversed with him on the subject, and urged him to dismiss the case, alleging, as a reason, that the deacons and many of the settlers wished him to do so!! He was very properly told no such promise could be made without a knowledge of the evidence to be produced.— Youra, &c, N.

The apprentice Thomas Thornton was; again brought up' under the Master and Apprentices Act for the decision of the Magistrateon the validity of the indentures beyond the boy's 19th birthday. Mr George appeared for Mr Trenwith, the master of the boy, a bootmaker. The boy expressed no willingness to return to his 1 work, and was sentenced to "two days noHtary Confinement, in accordant® with the Act, and if he still refused, to receive a similar senteh'ce. Mrs Thornton wished to have the indentures cancelled. His Wor ship, ftd&eVer, had no power to cancel themf and ruled that they were in full force for five years to oome, the lad being fourteen, and his term of apprenticeship would not cease until he was 19 years of age.

William Plumoridgo, bricklayer, of Pitfc slreet, filod apotition in bankruptcy to-day> His liabilities are stated at £97 14s, the largest creditors being Christopher Wood, who claims £36, and Richard Graham, who claims £18. The assets, which consist^ of amounts due on:two contracts for building chimneys,. a bad debt, and. £5-worth of furniture, ato set down at £S6 tfls. Mr.Soaman, asjteturningOfficer, reponts that at the nomination for the vacancy on the Lake Road. Board to-day, Messrs J. S. Sheriff and Charles Williamson were nomi nated, . but Mr Sheriff withdrew. Mr Williamson was declared elected.

Complaints aro again coming from the re sidents of Prospect-street regarding tho deficient drainage of that thoroughfare. fWo (>ro informed that there is sicknoifß in four familitH clearly traceable tj| the malaria, and one family has been compelled to move to .a more salubrious neighbourhood. The holloAV in the road way requires to be filled, up and. water channels properly formed before much im proveinent.canbeoxpectedv.,,., , ... . To tho Editor: ,Sir,-rWhon :I put in advertisement \n the SjrAjirthat,! wanted an English girl to wed a Maori' chief, it evoked a. very tempest of derisive laughter. Innumerable were the inquiries made of me nnont It in the. street. .Well, sir*, he laughs best who laughs last, and I am the taitend laugher. Not.only .(as I have proved to you) have I found a pakoha. bride for my Maori ; client, but .1 have five respectable,, comely damsels open to similar engagements with eligibly nativo rangatiras. If I have not solved the knotty question ro' fusion of tjie races, I'm a.Dutchman, .You,wore, Bir, good enough soino. time ago. to prophecy a shower of orangq,blossoms ovofiiny remains when laid bonep.th thpi ",da\sy quilt." Now I think you will not deem mo extrava gant in my expectations when I say that I fully expect the floral tributes of my pakeha clients will be supplemented by a series of tansis from my Maori ones.—Yours, &0., T. B. Hannapokd. At tho annual meeting of, tho Parnell Borough Council last ovening, Captain D. 11. McKenzie was. installed Mayor for the second term. After taking thj, statutory declaration he.was welcomed by Mr Winks, a sonior Councillor. The annual meeting.of shareholders in tho Cambria Gold-mining .Company was held to-day, Mr C. Alexander presiding. The directors'and, mino manager's reports and balance-sheet wero read and approved. The retiring directors and auditor (Mr Menzies) wero re-elected. From the balance-sheet, it appeared that there was a cash balance of £711 14s Id to tho Company's credit. Tho meeting, which was well attended, concluded with votes of thanks to the directors and legal manager. The members of tho St. Matthew's

Literary and Debating Society held an interesting literary meeting last evening in tho Rchool-room, whon tho following varieties, sarious and lively, were suc cessfully submitted to the audience:— "Satan's Address to the Sun" (Milton), Mr J. C. Barrow; a poem descriptive of Newton's discovery of the spectra, Mr W. H. A. Tebbs ; " Boffin's Bpwer " (Dickens), Dr. Murray-Moore ; the trial scene from the " Merchant of Venice" (Shakespoare), Drs. Daweon, Hoopor, and Moore, Rev. Win. Tobbs, and Messrs. Barrow and Tobbs; " The One-logged Goose," rocited by Mr Salmon; a sketch of a wandering life (Sims), Rev, \V. Tebbs; and a Gorman's letter on poultry-keeping, Dr. Dawson.

Dr. Campbell has been ro-appointed a momber of tho Crown Lands Board, and Mr R. J. S. I'oarso, of Coromandel, has boon appointed a member in the place of the late Mr Benjamin Tonka.

Mr J. Houghton, Chairman of Cambridge Town Board, in declaring Cambridge Dairy Factory opon yesterday, delivered a very interesting address, QOtiuratulutini^, ,tho dis hr) 'i toped "Was only the forerunner of many others of an equally important character. He referred to the necessity of the agricul tural community of New Zealand sinking all local jealousy, and hoped that instead of tho various factory companies rivalling each othor, they would join together and make the cheese-making industry one of the lend ing features of New Zealand's prosperity. Mr Crawford, of Ingram & Co , in responding to the toast; said that of seventy plants thai he had erected in the North Island this was undoubtedly the best. A number of dthar toasts, including those of Mr Lewis, Chair man of directors; Mr Richardson, architect, and Mr Geo. Watt, manager, were proposed and responded to.

The City Schools Committee met last evening, Mr Crowther, in tho absence of tho Chairman, Mr Carr, presiding. Mr J. W. Carr forwarded a circular announcing that he was a candidate for a seat on the Board of Education. S. White forwarded an ac count for £3 12s for removal of rubbish. The Committee not having ordered the work to bo done, referred the account back to the sender. A communication was received from the Board, intimating that it was proposed to appoint Messrs E. C; Purdio and J, J. Poland as assistant masters. Be application io remove' Mr Brook from Berosford-streofc, and appoint in his stead Mr Georgo Xippiatt; Mr Carr, [Chairman of the Committee), sent a memorandum to the effect that he did not see any reason for the removal of Mr Brook; who had given satisfaction to Mr Harrison and the Committee. Mr Crowthet thought inquiries should be made; It was resolved to inform the Board that Buch removals as that of Mr Brook just before the examination wero undesirabJe, and that they strongly objected to the removal* With reference to the Board's communica tion re Vere Foster, tho Committee sug gested that the highor numbers of "Vere Foster be used for the advanced cfasses whon copies are used.

The Dramatic and Comedy Company of Mr and Mrs Lewis, whioh arrive here on Monday, have acquired a first-class reputa tion in those oities of Australia where they have performed, and the same appreciation has so far marked their tour of New Zea land. In tragic, emotional, and burlesque r6les Mrs Lewis equally eicels; but her most successful representation is that of the unfortunate Jane Shore, in the sensa tional play of that name. The Melbourne "Argus" compares her acting to the best efforts of Ristori, while a Sydney paper says of her:—"The excitement during the last scene was intense; the house was dumb with sympathy and horror; it was the triumph ol art." Ordinarily, the Company would have opened the season with "Jane Shore," but as their first appearance here is onPridaynext (Boxing Nignt), they will pro duce the Christmas pantomime of " Blue beard, or the Heathen Chinee," reserving the stronger points in their repertoire until the holiday soason is over.

Some considerable time was spent at the City Council meeting on Thursday night in discussing the question whether or not the owner of the Star Hotel should be allowed to construct three ornamental projecting balconies. Everyone admitted that the proposed improvements would very materi ally enhance the appearance of the hostelry, but aa projecting balconies of the kind in tended were forbidden in the Building Regu lations by implication, if not in express terms, everyone was not disposed to ap prove the plans. Some were prepared to strain a point in favour of archi tectural beauty; others stood upon the etriet letter cf the law; and a third section were not inclined to make in one isolated case concessions which the law abiding had never dreamt ot asking for. Cr. Garratt gave an amusing turn to the debate. He vehemently protested against the very idea of tolerating projecting balconies, from which lazy loungers might spit npori the homeward-bpund proletariat beneath. Cr. Aickin haying interjected that the thing was restheiic, Cr. Garratt quickly retorted that its aathetioism would be complete if the pedestrian beneath in looking up caught the descending spittle on his eye. _ Cr. Aickin immediately hastened to explain that this would rather be an illustration of the Ideal. Cr. Crowther, who is always impervious to the shafts of wit, was indignant to think thet in the 19th century anyone could be no £ oolish. as to think that people would go out upon a balcony simply for the pur pose of expectorating upon the people in the street Delow. Cr.- Kidd, with a keen sense of the ridiculous, pointed out that if balconies were to be tabooed for this reason, the Timber Co.'s bridge across Customs street would have to be abolished, as it afforded the whole range of the street for spitting exercise. After carrying the joke a little further, the question'was put aud decided against the balconies,

The young ladies attending Miss Vaile's seminary received their prizes and dis parsed for the Christmas vacation on Thurs day last. The private classes for accouv plishments have been exceedingly well attended during the cession, and Miss Vaile is to be congratulated on the great success that has rewarded her efljorts to featablish d high class seminary in Pon- Souby.

Mrs Susan Harkiss writes that the state ment made by her husband in the Police Court when charged with assault, that she had suffered from sunstroko, was false. It was also untrue that either hd-self or hex children received any support from him.

An oxcollcnt entertainment was given last ovening in the Epiphany Church, which waß numerously attonded. The principal subject was "Nothingto Nobody,"asketch of an orphan child, ignorant, poor and ,wretchod, and almost alono in the wilder} ness of London. The story was well read by Mr Bwingtoin the Musical parts sup plied fay the Epiphany choir, and tho orchestra, comprising eleven instruments, under the conductorship of Mr F. A. Clarke, Miss Pulman presiding at tho organ. The solos woro pleasingly rendered by Misses Pttrtington, Ida Taylor, Blados, Lightfoot, and. Maud Hampshiro. The whole closed with tho National Anthem.

The prizes fov the year's work in oonj nection with the Auckland Freo School of Art wero awarded this morning afr^ the Museum by Mr Albin Martin, the examiner, as under:—Fir&t prize for a full length drawing of tho Discobolus Myron,.from the round, Miss Lotiie James; second prizo do., drawing of .the Discobolus Nancydes, Miss J. Choeseman; first prizo for the bust, study of the Laocoon. from the round; Miss Martin; second prizo do., head of the •fighting; gladiator, Miss Kate White; shaded drawing of tho Mercury, from the flat, Miss J: C. Corbett, There were also ,a number of studies' from tho: Mackelvie collection in water colour.nndoilß, together with line drawings of some of the gems of tho old masters, among others of Flaxman, that wore worthy, of tho highest encomiums. • Mr Horace Dean's annual promenade concert and ball is announced for Boxing night.

i It will be 'noticed that Mr R. Arthur, is to soil by auction on Tuesday, the valuable stock of jewellery, &c, belonging to the Sydney Hall Co., Queen-street. This ia an opportunity to purchase Christmas gifts.: The distribution of prizes to tho pupils of the Children's Lyceum will-take place in the Opera House to-morrow morning at 11 o'clock. See advertisement. t The members ot tii» Victoria llifles and Garrison BannV aro warned by advertisement to attend at the Drill shed to-morrow morning at 9 30 o'clock for church parade with the Devon' port Naval Artillery. The boat leaves the Queen street Wharf at 10.30 sharp. Attention is called to the jewellery sale on Monday by Mr G. Lewis. fl?ho goods are all new, and well adapted (or the Christmas noli dayß and Now Yqar. i The congregation of the Church of St. Thomas celobrato their dedication festival to morrow. The life and martyrdom of their patron saint will be specially commemorated. Particulars in advertisement. Sunday services are announced else where. Bishop Cowie will hold a confirmation sorvlce at St, Sepulcbro's at 11 o'clock a.m. Opening services of tho Prebyterian Church of St. Petor, Surrey Hills. DECLINE OF MAN.-Kmjn. fukneu, Dnwiu, Imrotento, Seiu.l Debility, cuiod W " WeDi'i Health Benim.r? The members of the Philharmonic Society are requested by advertisement to meot at their praotioo room on Monday evening for rehearsal, as the concert is likely to bo repeated.

Those who wish to travel by s.s. Victoria to Tamaki on Boxing Day are reminded that they imiflt get tickets, as none but ticket holders will bo admitted until within five minutes of starting. Sco advertisement.

The attention of friends of Sunday-achools is directed to the announcement of Christmas trees, sale of fancy goods, and carol service on Wednesday next in aid of the Primitive Methodist Sunday-school, Upper Pitt-otroet.

Messrs Richardson and Crawley will sell the Rev. Humphry Davls's furniture at Kmily Place on Tuesday next.

The fiDal practice of the Choral Society prior to the concert on Tuesday takes place on Monday evening, when members arc specially requested to bo present. Full particulars will be found in our advertising columns. .

Thero will be a children's service to morrow afternoon at Bt. Paul's Church, Sormon in the morning by Roy. C. M. Nelson, M.A., on " Want of Faith, ag instanced by St. Thomas." Ilov. E. H. Gulliver, M.A., will preach the evening sermon. FLIES AND BUGS, i^-iii!«,.in>«H roAches, «nl«, bet bull, riUJtnlce, goflioii, chlpunuki, cleared oat ty " Bough on KtmptbaiM. Frowu k Co., Agrafe, Auckland An excursion and sacred concert ure announced for Christmas Day (Thursday nixt) by the Artillery Band. The Bten-""!—'." 1": gregor will leave the ftuecuJJUfijUXJil",, *!};■ two hours, the build moanwhilo playing selec tions of sacred music. Thia Bhoulo bo well patronhod, havioK last yeur proved a most eujoyablo way of sptindiiig tlie Ohrit»tuias afternoon.

SPORTING NEWS.

Dniuso the wook, the stewards of the Takapuna Jockey Club have been inquiring into the alleged suspicious running of Otara and ToptUorn at the recent Spring Meet ing. Mr Linnel, the owner of Otara, Miller (the jockey); and Mr J. Cbadwick were examined, but no evidence was elicited to justify the Club in doing any thing in the matter. In our advertising columns to-day, the programme for the Club's Summer Meeting is published. It will be soon that several of the stakes have been increased in value, and a two-year-old race and Free Handicap have been intro; duced. Altogether the large sum of £420 will be givgn in stakes. Owing to the heavy rain this morning, tHere wa? no work done pn the course until after breakfast.

•'Hippona's" usual,weekly budget of sporting notes will be found on pages four and eight.

Several clerical errors occur in the en tries for the A.R.C. Summer Meeting. Revolver is omitted from 4ht Maiden Plate, from both Sdßtt Baces, and Linda's name should bo affl^Bji. those entered for tho second sollint^Re (not Victoria.) v -

NOTES FROM WELLINGTON.

(by telegraph—own correspondent.)

Wellington, this day. Rumour says that Major Atkinson is coming to Wellington to edit the "New Zealand Times," which paper rumour again cays is the property of tho gallant major. With regard to the first part of the sentence rumour probably lies; how far true the latter part may be I cannot tell. Tho Charges Against Sir Julius Vogel. liumpur has also fixed* upon Sir Franois Dillon Sell as the instigator cf the reports about Sir J. Vogel's connection with the Telephone Company of London, It is fair to Sir Julius, however, to say that he generously acquits the Agent-General of the charge, believing him incapable of eucli an action, Forest Conservation.* It will be remembered, that whilst pre-' viously in office, the Colonial Treasurer gave a good deal of attention tothe subject of forest conservation. Indeed, we have to thank him for the visit to New Zealand of, and report on our forests by, Captain Campbell Walker, of Indian Forests Department. Sir Julius Vogel is atill im pressed with the importance of the subject, and is taking steps to secure the better preservation of New Zealand forests. Tho Small-pox Scars The Government havo received a cablc §ram from the Colonial Secretary of New outh Wales, etating that the outbreak ot small-pox is not spreading.

Native Meeting at Wanganui,

Ngatai Topene and Kemp will meet the Native Minister at the native meeting to be held at Ranana, 50 miles up the Wanganui River, on 7th January next.. The meeting will be a very important one, as, if satis^ factorily concluded, the native difficulty will be a thing of the past.

THE NOBLE SAVAGE'S IDEA OF HUMBUG.

(bT TFXEOBAPH—OWN CORRESPONDENT.)

Wellington; this day. Rather a grim Batire on the native adminis tration of the Atkinson-Bryce Government comeß in the shape of a story from the Mokau. When the present Native Minister was interviewed at Waitara by Wetere te Rerenga of Mokau, that chief expressed the greatest satisfaction at the fate which had befallen the late Ministry, the great est affection for Mr Ballance, and thororgh appreciation of his policy. The ncme savage of the story, however, is addicted to strong language, and his broken English warning to Mr Ballance, "By(dash), no (adjective) humbug, though, like Bryce," is a sad commentary on the ingratitude of the Ngatimaniapoto native, 1& JLnwever displecsad Wetere may be with tfiliLtive Administration of the late GovernmfWrtie certainly has to thank Mr Bryce fortbe safety which his neck now enjoys, Wetere being one who comes under the operations of the Amnesty Act.

MEETING OF HALIDAY'S CREDITORS.

How Sonto -Contracts are Dose.

A ilE&riSq of the crtjdii'drs of Jamos Ei .ward ilaliday, carpenter, was held this morning, the Official Assignee presiding. After the bankrupt's statement had be«,n read, tho Chairman explained that tho fur niture had been valued, and found to be worth £36 ss, while the bankrupt had stated it to be worth only £20. He might therefore arran"G with his friends to pay the balance over £25, viz.y £11 ss. A general dia cussion ensued with reference to the bank rupt's last contract, which was for tho erection of a dwelling'houso and two .shops attheNorthShoreforMr Buchanan. Mostof tiie creditors present had been employed upon that job, and by the bankrupt's failure they had lost more or less heavily. They jiamed him for taking the contract too ow, viz., at £760, and tho condemnation was justified by the fact that after receiving i's9l 0i 3d on account the bankrupt abandoned the work, being satisfied that ho could not finish it for tho balanco, £168 d9s 9d, in which opinion tho mon concurred. They charged him with treaty ing them unfairly by inducing them through specious promises to continue working for him when there was no hope of paying their wages. One- man named Francis Cork had built chimneys and a wall for £101, but had only received £52, thus getting very little, or nothing for his labour, although a poor man. Tho claims of six other workmen ranged, from £15 to £3, and in the aggregate amounted to over £40. It was ultimately resolved, on the motion of Mr B. Drew (one of bankrupt's workmen), seconded by Mr Jonathan Winks (Winks and Hall), "That the Official Assignee be requested to represent to the Court tho hardship under which the workmen employed by the debtor ■ have suffered by his mis« leading statements about their pay, and that the Court be asked to make the pay ment of their just demands for'wages a con dition of discharge." In seconding the roaolution, Mr Winks said that he had at tended .the meeting on-public grounds, and not with . the expectation of getting a single penny out of the estate, for there was no possibility, of. securing anything, to divide. He had much pleasure in seconding Mr Drew's proposi tion, for ho felt assured that the bankrupt deserved some punishment.

THE RAWLINGS SCHOLAR SHIPS.

The examination for the Rawlings Scholar ships concluded on Monday last. Mr Mc- Arthur. conducted the examination. There were 20 candidates, the various public schools being represented as follows: — Onehunga, 1; Nelson-street, 3; Beresford street, 3; Newton. East, 7 ; Ponsonby, 2 ; Wellesley-street East, 8; .Newton West, 2. Candidates were exa.mined in reading, English grammar, arithmetic, English history and geography. Four scholarships were offered for competition—a minimum of 50 per cent, of the whole obtainable marks being necessary to secure an award. The result showed that two candidates who stood far above all competitors were en titled to scholarships, viz., R. S. Latta, from Beresford-street School, and Samuel McPberaon, from Wellealey-street East School. The scholarships will be tenable for four years, and will popeist of free tuition at tho Auckland College and Grammar School, while a sum of £10 annually will be allowed towards mainten ance.

MR McGOWAN'S BENEFIT.

Mr Lachlan McGowan announces his benefit for Monday evening next, when there will be presented a most entertaining programme, consisting of such dramatic attractions as "A Happy Pair," "The Man of the World," and " Sarah's Young Man." Several lady and gentlemen amateurs, in addition to a number of popular artists, will appear on the occasion, along with Mr A. Eady and gentlemen of the orchestra, who have kindly tondored their services. Mr McGowan.JvilJraxnaenx ror mernrßtrtfmein-iiucKiaucr lor these ton years as Sir.Portinax Mncsycophant in the " Mnft of the World," a character in which he has earned considerable reputation throughout the Australian colonies and New Zealand. It is but at rare intervals that this line satirical play is now presented on the stage, Mr Samuel Phelps and Mr Henry Talbotoeing the only two artists in Groat Britain who have assumed the character during the past twonty years, owing to the great and requirements of the actor for the true representation of such a role. Playgttsrs will be aware that it bears a most striking resemblance to Sir Giles Overreach in ''A New Way to Pay Old Debts." The play itself is considered to be one of the best of the old school, and will be well cast on this occasion, and therefore should prove a charming novelty to the Auckland theatre going public. The very laughable farce of ''Sarah's Young Man," in which Mr Mc- Gowan will appear for this occasion only, will terininato the performance. The beneficiaire's long connection with the Auck land stage,.both as actor and as business manager (of the Opera House),for Mr Abbott, should ensure for him the cordial recognition and lavish patronage which he has so honestly earned. He should have nothing less than a bumper house.

TABLE TALK.

Amusements in full swing. Stock Characters.—Sharebrokers. Property Tax may be paid at any Tele phone bureau. - .■- Christmas decorations started in Queen street. . . "

The Premier and Mr Tole are expected in Wellington early in January. Cnargo of the "Light" Brigade.—The gas bill.

The Governor lunched on board the Kai koura at Lyttelton yesterday. Mr Stout yesterday presented the prizes at the Boys' High School, and Mr Macan drew did the same at the Girl's High School Dunedin. '

The Colonial Life Assurance Society have Purchased a business site at Wellington ioi

George Bodley, a Dunedin bankrupt, who was guilty of fraudulent practices, has had his certificate of discharge sus pended for two years. A storeman named William T. Eddie was drowned whilebathing in the Wanganui River yesterday' afternoon. He leaves a wife and five children.

On the 31st December last there were 47 nre brigades in the colony, with 192 officers and 878 men.

Mr Stout's revenge on the " Otago Daily Times. —He advises all colonial youths to become editors, as he does not believe in the imported article—not worth a "twopenny bit," probably. J Pleasant prospects for New Zealand in dustries.— M. de Harven thinks Belgium could send us iron £2 a ton cheaper than it could be made in the colony from iron sand.

We want that «' twenty-four o'clock" system here, it would seem. Our contem porary this morning announces a "Christ mas breakfast" at the V.M.C.A. Rooms at o p.m. Of course a.m. is meant, otherwise a very late breakfast is contemplated.

POLICE COURT-This Day.

(Before H. G. Seth Smith, Esq., R.M.) DRtJNK.-Six persons were punished. Thomas Kingham, 10s; Thomaa H. Britten, failing to provide for his five children, arranged -Tfoha. MichaciKennedy, similar charge, remanded for a week.-Bail: self, £50, and one surety tor iffl Assault. - Richard Walton pleaded not guilty to striking Albert Walter /ones on "he 12th inat-MrS. Hesketh for complainant and Mr Tbornof or dofendant.-Albert Walter Jones S*. lew North Road, denoeed th& o .tiweA Mr w^ton some money. He went to settle the account, when an altercation took place between them, and Mr Walton crew angry, attempted to put him out Of the shon struck him, and knocked him down.-RichaTd Walton knew complainant as a customer Hn spoko sharply to him. and complainant called him a blackguard. He put him out of the ihon and called Mr Jones a fool. It was said i" a passion. He respected Mr Jones, and did not fioheve that tho term fitted compliant After some further explanation the case was die? missed, each paying his own coots. Assault. — John Harkins, chareed with threatenm B to "do:' for his wife, asked fora remand, as his counsel cou'.d not appear to^av Remanded until Wednesday next.

THE MODERN PENTECOST.

Our Port Albert Correspondent In Reply,

I had thought that tjly w.drk tHIs done, ais ', thftfc it bnly remained for .the reader^ o| the Stab to form their own opinion, on thlj

holinoaa camp-meeting, based on the facts

I have considered it my duty to report. I d? am pleased that public opinion has been

moved, To me, as one interested in all

that tends to the true and best interests of

ovory Albertland settlor, it has been a Bourco of pain and regret that the necessity should have arisen for narrat ing this extraordinary scene. Had I wished to create excitement only, I. could

have written much that I thought be,tt«|r not published. ,1 havo....refr&irietl fsijpj giving my opinion, knowing .that a csrrei t pondent's duty chiefly is to report ficte, leaving to others to form opinions. . ltub* satisfaction to me to notice that ull the.pot-

respondents of .the Auckland journals agues in their statement of facts. I am blamed by some persons for being the cause of so much attention being given to this subject* But it will result in good, and not evil. I have not written an unkind word ,«r exaggerated a statement of if act; ■ and as an answer to tho manifesto.published by your contemporary I have received the follow-

inf: —■ ■■ ■ * i "Seeing that Mr, Thomas, has openly characterised the newspaper Report* of thfl late camp meeting; as ' slanderous. and - lying reports,' we wish "to say. that there.is „ r not a word either Blanderous.false.orexagueii; ated. From our own. personal.knowledge.; | and observation, we can say that.tie diav. i aositionof both Stab and' News,', reportea ias been rather to suppress,the most shock. > ing scenes and features of,.the. affair,,-; Tuos. D'Akoy .Hamilton, teacher, Taahoa; B. Martin GDBBi .teaoher, Fort Albert;,; J. Price Graiwell, teacher,, ,W,b.arebine..'' Tlio EvangoUsts Have Hopes of Him, This day's mail brings me a long letter from one: of .the evangelists with a-very pretty card enolosed, on. which is printed "That we should bring 'forth fruit unto God." It comfaences "Jesus only." He"" says he " loves " me,although I'm a sinner. He wishes me to repent before I have to !'appear befere the judgment lar of God,." lam "to bow my Btrong will in submis^V sion to King. Jesus," " 3Tou kno.w you are a sinner before God," etc, and it ends :— "I know the Holy Ghoßt. dwells in m« i heart. Hallelujah! To Jesus be all ' " the glory. Amen." And the only ; proof this evangelist, and ''your loviDß friend," can offer that I'm a sinner is that \ ■ gave him and party strawberries and cream, which in their religious torpor they forgot ' to eat. Can it be that they considered;;, strawberries forbidden fruit? "I could i"'? tale unfold " in this simple matter of straw.-. | berries and cream. While writing this thp;, thought occurs to. me .that the writer of thf1 letter meant it for the Stab reporter who " interviewed " the holiness party at One: - hunga, and whom Mr Thomas failed tff r. convert. Perhaps I. can't do better than give a few more facts, and. then leave the whole matter to the thinking, reflecting, md religious portion of the. community.. I ■■ enclose the names of the persons referred tfl for your information, but a8 my desire is ' to set forth the truth, and not to give pain to the chief actors or their friends, I. nave % left them blank in my report. Moro' Incidents of the Camp. .';;'

On tho Sunday, the. last day of the camp meeting, Mrs —, while under, great excite- , ment and on the platform. before 200 per sons, took off her wedding-ring, saying the a Holy Ghost bid her do so, ana handed it tq \ him who on that very day fifteen yearg before had placed it on.ber £nger. On the following Tuesday, .while walking in thp ; blue-gum grove, he recited to me afe^j ; little incidents that occurred fifteen yearj ■ since; and taking out of his. waistcoat pocket the wedding-ring and holding it up, he said, " Fifteen years ago I put tn'ia ring on her finger, and on Sunday she tools it off for the first timej to phase thd ••■ Holy Ghost. Nothing else.would have in duced her to do it." A few minutes iatejf he said: "Oh! Thomas will have to undergo some severe testa for this." I r asked him to explain. He replied, "Mjf - wife is lying ill in yonder house (M*; : Bocroft's), and a holy kiss from Thomai would restore her, but he is too proud todo ; it." At this moment a head is thrust out '. from a small tent close by, and " It's a lie; why .don't you get that devil out -of you f' '>. -mere the words wnlch proceeded from, thai head, when it withdrew. Mr — calmly re-.'_'_ plied, "Poonnan I the devil that left, me last night has got into him." Mr — further said he should .'devote, his whole lif9 to preaching tho doctrine of a real; personal devil." I thought he had good evidence in support of this doctrine. On the Monday Mr of ... Auckland, doclarod he delivered a Tauhoit settler of a devil. ,He cried out, "Bro. —— I I've delivered him," and Bro. — ruaheii Up to the big tent and seized this Taiihoa ~ gentleman, and called out to Bro. — —, . "I've got the devil, I've got the devil."' < This qaiet old gentleman of Tauhoa, unftkfc myeoif, now firmly believes there has been i modern Pentecost: ■ ' *

' Rev. W. Glttos Speaks Plainly. > On Sunday last the Rev. W. Gitttf* preached in the Wesleyan'■' Chapelj ;, Port Albert,, and as It had been .dn^K nounced he would discoures on the late holiness camp meeting, the building wag crowded, many remaining outeide. The ' neighbouring settlements were well repre*■■ *S X sented. Mr Gittos reminded the congrega- tion that he was a free man, and meant tO speak freely: He was able to read a' man'i h character after a very brief acquaintance, and he saw at once that he (Mr Gittos) ■" would never be able to work with,Mr.>f Thomas, for he was a " wild Yankee," and, the people attending the camp meetings had acted "most irregularly, indis- § oreetly, and intemperately." "Good1 ft brother Thomas wished to do what was. t right; but he' proved- himself unable to . control and direct a large meeting, hence 3 the very strange and extraordinary jfroeeed ings. Talk of holiness ! talk of perfection I He (Mr Gittos), had never yet seen; i perfedtman or woman, and the proceed/-" ' ings at the camp meotings had not gone towards strengthening his belief in human: ? perfection. Mr Gittos preached at grikt. " length, and expressed his opinion withqii V reserve, and from his position and high i character, must have had considerable &■ > fluence with those who testify that they aft *'! perfectly holy, and free ffota all sin."—Cob- "■*. ' RESPONDENT.

MINING NEWS.

Thames, this day. : Cambhia.—Quartz was broken last night at. the intermediate level, and 701b5.: of speci men s_ were secured, leaving a fair show" of gold in the face. Dart.—A contract has been let for ex-? * tending the north-west prospecting cross- ■•i" cut at No. 3 level. V;k Kuranui Hill. — Wilson, tributer,/* crushed five loads for a return of 57ozs. 19dwts.

Deep Level Cross.—Three loads treated' by Robinson, tributer,.- realised 136ra. 16dwts. , . Z;- >:;

Caledonian. —The crushing for Ma 6-' ' kenzie, tributer, yielded 16ozs. 12dwts. ,; Pbince Imperial.—Banked 79105w. ■re-ii torted gold. The return from the monthly■' retorting, which "took place this morning, is 7820z8. gold. B' ;

Government Prospecting Subsidy. "'"

The Warden has been notified by the Goldfields Department that a subsidy of £ for £ to the extent of £150 will be paid to the Queen of Beauty and Caledonian Low Level Companies towards the expenses of prospecting works. ; •

THE AUCKIiAiiP' EVJBNING STAR, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, /18M.

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THE LIVER STIMULANT.-A .COMPOUND EXTRACT OF EUONOMVN AND podophvllin with Taraxacum—is INCOMPARABLY THE BEST TONIC FOR BILIOUS NESS, TORPID LIVER, DYBPEP9IA, FLATULENCE] AND lOSS OF APPETITE. 2s. 6D. PER BOTTLE, Irt MCKHTS. CttEtUST. OUttH Slßttt. MJCK.VKNO Via" A. R D TT AP?■ s> AUSTRALIAN MUTUAL PROVIDENT SOCIETY. ; A PURELY MUTUAL LIFE OFFIOB. PROFITS DIVIDED ANNUALLY. ' The following AUCKLAND CLAIMS SET TLED THIS YEAR show the Cost of Assur snoe In this Eminently Succeasfnl Society :— ■»-■ ' ■ . $ : • ■ • ' S fe ' '■I- P4 ' • *, j, :. ; ■■■-■■■ ; §■ «« a fe ■-'. ■ 111 . - •■« : "'. " i.si j ;;: ■ • _^.fi|- - <■-$ 3 , ;. 'g § Prospectus, tables ot rules, and every infor mation may be had on application to . . , : v D. J,MoLBOD, • At the Society's District tiffice, ti'r , ■ ■ f './' ■■ ■ Queen-Bteeet. •.



-\TOTICE TO PATIENTS SUFFERING JN FROM DISEASES OF THE EYE, EAR, I - AND THIiOAT. B. SCHWARZBACH, M.D., havtog rooently retnrned from Europe, will soon re-visit Auck land professionally. TV R A P B R Y. FIRE! FIRE! FIRE 1 FIRE ! FIRE ! FIRE 1 FIRE I FIRE ! FIKB ! FIRE ! J. COSGRAVE & CO. Wo beg to announoe that It is our intention to entirely relinquish the CLOTHING TRADE, And in consequence of the FIRE which took placo on our premises we have been enabled . TO SKIiL ALL CLOTHING, MEN'S MERCERY, »a, AT HALF THE USUAL PRICE. nlfl Bplendid opportunity Bhould immediately; bo taken advantage of, as owing to a future arrangement of our Hopartment-a tho STOCK . MUST BE CLEARED OUT JBeforo the IST JANUARY, 1885, When all that then remains will be DISPOSED W OF BY PUBLIC AUCTION. Note tho Address— GREAT SALVAGE SALE! ! GREAT SALVAGE SALE! i GREAT SALVAGE SALE'! ; OREAT SALVAGE SALE'! > j, o oSGRAVB & €°- 204 AND 206, QUEBN-STBKKT, WE FUKNISH HOUSES THROUGHOUT. GARLICK & ORANWELIi'S IB TIM . CHEAP FURNISHING '■ ' WAREHOUSE. ; : JUST OPENED, ! Beautiful Assortment i ! BRUSSELS°TAPESTRY, ': AND KIDDKKMINISTKR CARPETS. splendid lot bkdst'eadb, Just Received, IRON AND BRASS, NICKEL-PLATED. QAKMCK AND rjBANWILL, FURNISHING WARBHO^^K, QUKBN-STREffir^ AUCKLAND. S*-- ISO DOZEN "^LTMJTTON "OLACK "EIRENCH KIT) G1.0T^^...,.r. TMANUFACTURER'S STOCK • Cleared by my London Buyer at a HEAVY DISCOUNT FOB^ CASH, And, although CHEAP AT DOUBLE THE PRICE The Entire Line will be GIVEN AWAY AT • is. np. pER pair. J-S. "D. -t HB -t AIR. All sizes from 5| to S. • HAtF-A-DOZEN PAIRS OF TIIKSK GLOVES FOII 98 WILL MAKE A NICE AND USEFUL CHRISTMAS PKESBNT. "^yiLLIAM I ." n 178,180,182, Qubkn-st. I riHOIGE GOODS FOR CHRISTMAS. WILLIAM ~R. BRIDGMAN Has juet received a large and well assorted • Stock of ; NOVELTIES For the present season, and to be sold very 1, much under usual prices. i BeauHfulAs3ortmentNewofLac9B t taKea!and Imitation, White, Cream, Silver Grey, Navy Brown, Marone, Gold, Fancy Shades, ant Black, just received by steamer Coptic, from London ■ New Frilling, Ties, Scarves, Collars, Collarettes. Beautiful lot Real LaoeConare "-"«■»». i &§ S« *\ I}* 0! 1 H^ CrtpeA half-BQuares. £ 58 gg«€\ Black Cashmere Capes \Kj •> S'SSI Black Silk and Satin Capes ISi I»»HIB5ok ChenUle Capes,'lackl|i ' ag S V Lace Capes, Broche" Capes \SZ fc£S B3 /Black Cashmere Dolmans ?§5 g* v > I Black Broche Visites IZ-; qa'g'gS/Black Lace Beaded Capes-/§3 [ <ISaa fl very pretty goods • 'fe , .The above are choice goods, and all prices— from very cheap to very good. .. U Ladies' Bilk Lustre TJlsters, 7s M, being less than half-price . 12 Ladies' China Silk Ulsters, various shapes— i tobeßoldathalf-price The atook of Boys', Youths', and Men's Clothing is large and well assorted, and all goods 1 V. marked at a very small advance on coat . Men's Btrong Coats, Bslid Boys' Suits from is Ud Men's, Boys', and Youths' Felt and Straw Hats injereat variety New Floorcloths, Matting, &o. JUNCTION DRAPERY WAREHOUSE, 288, UPPER QUEEN STREET. JDEFORE PURCHASING YOUR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS, CHRISTMAS PRESENTS,. INSPECT THE LARGE AND VARIED STOCK 1 ipai mm SOLD BY THE MELBOURNE DRAPERY AND CLOTHING COMPANY. MEN'S AND BOYS' CLOTHING JAPANESE CABINETS AND TRAYS JAPANESE GLOVE » t »tt.«, AND HANDKERCHIEF BOXES WORKBOXES PLUSH and LEATHER HAND-BAGS FANS PHOTO. STANDS DOLLS MUSIC CASES ; CHRIBTMAB CARDS SILK SCARFS AND TIES LACE AND SILE COLLARETTES KID AND SILK GLOVES SILK HANDKERCHIEFS APRONS HANDKERCHIEFS in Fancy Boxes THE ELECTRIC LIGHT BACH EVENING. npHE "jy/TELBOURNE T\RAPERY AND /ILOTHING -/COMPANY,■"■"-■. DIRECT IMPORTERS, QUEEN-STREET. . F. D. WOODBOFffE.,„„,„ M «umMasaoib.



SPECIAL BANK HOLIDAY.—Notice is hereby givon thatSATURDAY, tho 27th December, will be observed as a Special Bank Holiday at all tho offloes of tho undermentioned Banks in New Zealand :— For the Union Bank of Australia, Limited, JOS. PALMER.Chle£OfficerforNewZealand. For the Bank of New South Wales, | \V. G. RHIND, Inspector. For the Bank of Australasia, I E, W. MORRAH, Inspector. I For the National Bank of New Zealand, Limited I WM. DYMOCK, Inspector. For the Colonial Bank of New Zealand, I HENRY MACKENZIE. Aoting General Manager. For the Bank of New Zealand, D. L. MURDOCH, General Manager. 20th December. 1881. •vr o t i C E The Warehouses of the undersigned will be CLOSED on THURSDAY, 25th, FRIDAY, 26th, ■and SATURDAY, 27th instant. AUCKLAND AGRICULTURAL AND MERCANTILE CO. (LIMITED). BROWN, BARRETT AND CO. JOHN BUCHANAN, H. B. MORTON. ARTHUR HEATHER, •jj^ V T___t 1j E. We, tho Undersigned' Kauri Gum Morohants, agree to cloeo our respective Places of business from WEDNESDAY EVENING, 21th, till MONDAY MORNING, 29thinst::-- The Walker Gum Company Stewart and Garlick W. B. Jackson and Co. (Limited) E. MrfCHKLSON AND CO. Arnold Hinks and Co. H. P. Barber W. H. Lyon C. J. HCTCniNSON.



TTTAIT AND PURGHASfc YOUR PRESENTS FQU CHRISTMAS AT ARTHUR'S MART on TUESDAY NEXT, DECEMBER 23, WHEN THAT VALUABLE STOCK OF GOLD AND SILVER WATCHES, DIAMOND AND OTHER JEWELLERY OF EVERY DESCRIPTION, OF THE SYDNEY HALL COMPANY'S WILL BE SOLD. QUNDAY MORNING, DEC. 21. ABBOTT'S "OPERA HOUSE. CHILDREN'S LYCEUM, oft SUNDAY SCHOOL, Auckland RATiONAtisTfc Association. DR. H~U~G HE S Will LECTURE .in aid of tho above, and Distribute Prizes to the Scholars. Vocal and Indtru^mkntal Mufiic. Doors opan at 10.30; commence at 11 o'clock. Admission :-Dross Cirole, Is; Body of House, U. Childen Froo. N.B.—Leaders and Scholars aro rtquested to meet at 10 o'clock. ABBOTT'S OPERA HOUSE. TO-MORROW TsuntTfty) EVENING, DR. HUGHE?, to.A., LL.D., "WHAT l^i^Si" WHAT l Musical Programme— 1. Ovorturc, Cornot and Piano 2. Sang, " It Was a Dream ". .Miss Luoy Frasor 3. Song (solcctcd)..Gentleman Amateur 4. Pianoforto Solo..MissKoturah Campbell 5. Ballad (selected).. Mlsa Lucy Frasor SECULAR SONG AFTER LECTURE, "TIUS WORLD." Prices of Admission—Dross Cirole. 2s (double tlckot, 3s—lady and gentlemen); Stalls, Is; Pit, 6d. Children, half-price. Doors open at 7, commence at half-past Musical Programme will precede the Lecture.



•jl/T ALLINDINE & CO., WHOLESALE FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS, "" Beg to imCrjJfersJMnrtff; Shippers, Furniture Dealers, and the Trade that, having erected Maohinery ot the most modern description and labour-saving appliances, they axe now prepared to Manufacture all kinds of furniture in any quantity, And on tho shortest notice. WORKMANBHU' AND MATERIAL GUARANTEED. DOG REGISTRATION. The Annual Fee is fixed at 6s for every kind ot Dog. All ])ogs in the District must be Regis tered before tho 14th day of January, ISSt. Collars may bo obtained from Mr Stickloy, at the oillce ot the Board', corner, of Valley and Mount Eden Roads, or by leaving notice at tho Mount Kden Road Toll-house, or at my resi dence, Windmill Road. J. STICKLKY, Registration Officer. December U, 1881. MODERN Evangelican teachings: Are they Scriptural? CHRISTMAS TREES AND FANCY GOODS SALE. On WEDNESDAY, December 24th. a Christmas Tree will be held In the Primttivo Methodist School>room, Upper Pitt-stroet ffom j 2.3ountil 5,30 p.m. Admission Sixpence. Admission to a larger Troe from 6.30 Until 9.30 p.m., will bs One Shilling. Afternoon and Kvening Visitors receive a Ticket on entering that entitles them to a prize. Refreshments and useful and fancy articles may be purchased. During the evening a select Band and Choir will render a number ol Christmas Carols. Proceeds to provide more accommodation for the scholars, which ia urgently needed. ... /CHRISTMAS CAKES,—The under \J signed begs to inform hia Customers that ho will supply Real Pound Cakes, at net cost of ingredients, during the Christmas season.— JohnjSail, Otahuhn. /COOPERATIVE BRANCH STORES. Thomas F. Reddy wishes to announce to the Residents of Surrey Hills, Great North Road. and also of Newton Road, that ho has Purohasod the Business lately carried on by Mr John Gibbons, at Surrey Hills, and will also open a Branch Store at Newton Bond, in the premises known as Malvorn Villas, where ho will offer for sale General Groceries of best quality, at cheapest rates. He will also supply Fruit, Pro visions, Dairy and Other Produce, at excep tionally favourable terms, and trusts, by strict attention, and a thorough knowledge of his business, to merit a fair share of patronage. Families waited on, and goods delivered daily. Joal and Firewood Yard attached to premises. Sxproaa work attended to. X'Q O()O WORTH OFFUROT- f? OAfin SjOjVyjyj XURK & CROCKERY 3b,OUUU



TO be sold regardless of cost, consisting of double and sing! a Iron Bedsteads, Child's Cota> Mattrasseß and Paliasseß, Spring Mat trasses, Wood Bedsteads. Wasbstands, Dress ing Tables. Marble Top Washstanda, Cheat of Drawers, Suites of Furniture, Tables, Chairs, KockinK Chairs, Walnut Coffee Tables, What nots, Toilet Glasses, Fancy Toilet Sets, Glass ware, American Perambulators, &c, &c, &c. The above ia a rare'chance for parties about to furnish, and is GENUINE, as I have sold my premises to T. and H. Cooke, and must give up possession in a month. - ■ SS~ Note the address: JAMES BROWN, New Stores, junction Queen and Grey streets. "pjOTICE TO GUMDIGGERS. Any Persons found TRESPASSING on my Land, situated in Matakoiie and Omabu Parishes, for GUMDIGGING OR ANY OTHER PURPOSE, will be prosecuted. H. BRETT. TJNION S.S., M., SASH AND DOOR COMPANY (Limited).



The Transfer Books of above Company will be closed from 22nd to 31st instant, Inclusive. DAVID MURDOCH. Secretary. CIHRISTOFLB AND CIB, PARIS. / Makers of Finest PLATEDWARE of all £aMSI' ISPOONS hea** "^ « flS^Ef kfown? 6' Mly ONB QUALITY' Each. piece chtakanteed by the name Chbibtoixb, and the weight of silver thereon ■tamped. Buyers wanting good value are ad- VlSeoVtOßet CHRISTOFLB'S PLATE. Wholesale Agency— 100. Slizabethatreet. Melbourne. T\ R. WILK IN S, F. R. C. 8. J_A COKSOXTINQ AND OPERATINO ■ SonGEON, Is at his Surgery for General Practice, also Eve, Kab, and Throat Diseases, Mornings, Afternoons, and Evenings, Consultation Fees very Moderate, Pr. Witsras spent seven years at Mooroflelds Eye Hospital, London, under Messrs Bowman nod Crlohott. two et Throat Hospital, lioadun, •even Tears Honorary Surgeon Albert Hospital, »nd eight rears at Eye, Ear, and Throat In flrmary.Molbottrne. Adj usta spectacles to uighta. —Consulting Booms, Queen-street (seat Post J^ O T I' C E. Ladies and Gentlemen visiting WAIWERA can be accommodated at the TEMPERANCE HOTBL, Hatfield Bay (one. mile and a half South), at 25a per week. Boats, Ladies' and Gentlemen's Saddle Horses for Hire. A. J. HATSTELD, Proprietor. This Bay has a fine sandy beach, and there is a fine spring of chalybeate' water, stiongly to iregnated with iron, near the Hotel. Mail Coach roffl Devonuort nassea dailr.



thAmT^! a°dfruitservice will be held in the Methodist Free Chnroh, Pitt and Vinnsnt Karangahape Road. After tte servicf the } Sewing Machines wholesale and retail — D. S. Chamr The compliments of the season may be gracefully conveyed, and will bo appreciating? ™S? pU£' •" a<i c°'np ! anird by some useful^ sent, obtainable in immense variety at Good Bon's London Aroade.-tADVT.] y al wooa



To persons who wish to spend an enjoy able holiday teason, and at the same time re store their energies wasted by a too close ap- Ication to business, or by cares of any kind, few, places offer bo many attractions as Te Aroha, me hot bathe, which have already become famous for their wonderful medloinal pro porties, the pleasing aconery, the ease by which ' tho place oan be reached by rail, river, or road, and the exceedingly moderate coat of hotel and ' other accommodation, combine to render it a, most pleasant spot in whloh to fepond an idle week or two, and pleasure-seekers who de sire to pass their time quietly and enjoy, ably cannot do better than visit this neigh- ! bourhood, where health and pleasure may bg said to go hand in hand. The position pi the Springs is almost in the centre of ttis ipwnship, situated at the base of tho grand and beautiful mountain, and they are within two or.. threei minutes' walk of tho principal hotels, the i Hot Springs hostelry, kept by Mr W. Wcston, tho British by Mr P. Quinlan, and Walker's fey Jp •»• warren, being not more than a stone throw distant. The fares for the single journey from and to Auckland (inclusive of coach ! between Morrinßville and Aroha) are !7s first olasa, and 19s 6d second class. During the holi days return tiokets will be issued by rail at Bingle fares. Cheap tiokets are also issued by toe Thameß River Navigation Company, and for those who prefer travelling by water, this route has many charms, as during the spring and summer months the scenery on the river' . banks ia exceedingly lovely.and affords a nerer railing treat to admirers of the beautiful In Nat»re.—[Abvt.] The mo3t Beautiful Ornamental Fire Screens ever imported to this City are to be seen at Garlickfc Cranwell'a Furnishing Warehouse. A large assortment just opened up, varying in price f rom Is 9d to 12s 6d. Ladios are invited to make their*election early, as weoannotreplace the choicest of them this season.—Qarliok and er«weU,Qusen-BtreeU-ti»vx.