COMING EVENTS.

Meetings, &c. To-night. Opora House—"The Sorcerer," 8. Tne itre R.ij-al - Pro'eato.- and Mra Baldwin, 8. Loni'j-stree! Hah-Grand Boxing Contest, 8. Robso .'a Rooms-'pucialMeetingof Federated ' Seatnen's Union. 7 30. Frcemaiona" Hall ~ Ara Lodgo OH Instruc- Uon, 7.30. St. Sopulchre'fl-Workers in Coming Mis- Blou, 7.30. Pitt-streot Wesieyan Church-" Love Feast, 7 30. Drill-shed—Queen's Own Rifles, 7.80.

Auction Sales To-morrow.

Alfred Buckland-Sale of S:eors, Kemuera Yards, 1 p.m. G. W. Binney—Salvage Goods, 2 p m. _ Carbimes and Taylor—Bousehold Furniture, 12 a in.

B. Tonks and Co.-En«lish Forti'ure, 11 a.m. Geo. dibbln - Shipbuilding Machinery and Too s, 11 a in.

V»ite and Bfjdley-Drapcry, Clothing, &c, .'lam.

Hioh irddoii and Jackson—Fruit. 12.30 o.m, R. Arthur—Uuuscho'id Furniture, nooa.

Chief Post office, Auckland.

Glalls will close as undor :— This Day. For Russoll and Kawakawa, per Te Anau, at i p.m. For Gisborne. Napier, and Southern rort3, per Huvu, ut 1 p.m. For Tnaraos. »or Enk-rprluu. at 1.30 p.m. TnunsDAY. 2 th inst. For Thamos, pur Kotoumbaim. at S.SO a.m. Ifcr Waiwora, Te K»p», and VVar&wortn, per Rose Caaey. at in a.m. For Tairua. per Saxon, at 9 a.m. For Waitara ana touihem Ports, per Gairloch, at 11 a. 111. For Tauranga and Opotlki, per Wellington, at ■I p.m. For Whltianßa and Uppsr Mill, per Argyle, at 6 p.m. Friday, Slat Inst For Cowee and Ooromandel, per Coromandel, at II.HO a.m. For Whangarel Heads. Pama, Walpu. Whan garel, Kamo, and Mangapai, per Glenelg or Waitakl, at S p.m. Tuksday, 25th inst. For Friocdly Islands, Samoa. Rarotonga, and Tahiti, por Janot Nicoll, at 4 p.m. For London, via Rio de Janeiro and Plymouth (from Wellington. pcrßuap'hu on August 30), nor Waiiarapa, at 11 am. Mall willbodue at Plymouth on or about 11th October. For Australian Colonies, per Australia, imme diiivly ufcor her urrival from Honolulu, (Sismed) S. B BIS-, Chief Postmaster, t'hlt!' Poßt-offluo. Auckland.

SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.

HIGH WATiSR,

ACUK'.iiffi'—Tills atUrnoou! 1,20;.t0-morrow mornlnj, 1.57.

Alakdsad flKAits - This afti'rnooii, 1.0; tc morruw morning, l.'iT.

K/Ui'.'.r.i Hbajw — This afternoon, 3.0; to morrow mor!uui{, 5.57.

Scnhkt,—Thia avening—■ 5.26. Sijniiihk.--To-morrow morniiia:—oll. Moox's AQE.—First Quartory 26ih, o.i a,m,

ARRIVALS.

TO-DAY. KaUiGUra, B ?., Crut.-hir/, froiu Plymouth Or-jwuiii. a.s.. from Gi-ujmuutli

DEPARTURES.

LAST EVENING. Waitaki. ss, Crawford, for Whangarel Rose M.. barque. Bulle, for Meroury Bay : GlunolK, s.s , Johnson, for Whaagarei City of Sydney, P.M. s.s, Dearborn, for Ban Francisco TODAY. atanloy, brigontine, McLeod, for Whangaroa Nr.lu, echoonur. O'Ryan. for Apia Uuos'.i. t1 •hou-;er, Jdhoh. for Hokianga Su-iOTi Khocmr Xlsrtin. for rtaß<se!l Unutcr. o:-hoonor. ilcDonald, for Lang Island!

STEAMERS TO ARRIVE.

Eotoinahanu. frun: Tiu>mob. to flay, 5 p.m. Corouian tel. from OaroTii.-.ndel.to-morrow.Dp.ni, Knf iiJi:, ir-j!.-i 'l'i:amea. toiricrrur,-, 10 p.m, Wi'lli^'t'tcii, froii! TauraiiKH, this evening Argyi'\ ffjJM Muvcury li.vy. to-morrow, early Janot Mouil, fiora Si<;itherii ports, Augußt 20 Au itrulta, from S.iu Krar ; ciHCO. Auguat 52 Doric, from Lynrton, August 31 [For projected departures see Bhlppinß ad vortleomenta and mall notices.]

IMPORTS.

Per Te Anau, from Melbourne-1,720 bags bark, 85 bales sacks. 29 bags onions. From Hobart—49o cases fruit. From Southern ports— 23 coses Chinese o'l, 682 sucks wheat. 51 cases ginger, 150 bags rlco. sundries, and also a quan riu'o" uzvuo ax TMimi! aud Tam&ui.

iNVi'.ita'iS Coastwise.--:>.;/oan, from Coro- Km.'U'l, with Miiirliini-ry : Vi:;1-'-t, from Tb.viu.j. with I'j.uOU't roujih tiuj'jtr: '■'■■•en ■ frofHH.o'.iki, -,Tit.i! ■:.'■'; s:i:-:-:h uini>:i; iV.i.ikr-kr., f.-iftn Ktnnady Bny, with lliJ.OOOfi tinroor; .i:iju;, from Thaaiea, Willi 20.i»0f1. timber. OUTWUiDS CoASTWißE—lJigoon, for Wai wo «: Violet, tor iii.au-s; i'awn, for Whan garoa, HThc Westport Conl Coiin.auj'ssa. O;owaiti a-rlved eariy Ui:h niornt-.i^, with JOOtonS coal forthca.s. Kuapehu. The schooner Waitciuiita has baen berthed at Queen-street wharf. The B.s. Wellington went from Tanranga to Orotl yfsterday (or tho purpose of landing Mr J. P. Vercoe and family, who are to settle; The Wellington will return hero this evening. The mail steamer City of Syclney resumed her voyage for Honolulu and San Franoisco shortly before 5 o'clock last evening.

The schooner Sovereign was advertised at Dunedin on the 12th instant to proceed thence to Tauranga, if sufficient inducement offered. Mr C. Bailey has made very rapid progress with the new steamer for the Uevonport Ferry Company. She is built on s splendid model, and has unusual strength. She will be ready for launching in about six weeks lime, after which aho will be taken into Mechanics' Biy to receive hor machinery from Messrs Fraser and Tinne.

The three-masted schooner Buster cleared at tho Customs, and sailed this afternoon for Long Island, in ballast. She goes thore in charge of Captain Colin McDonald to load guano, which sho will probably carry to Dunedin, and then return to this port with general produce.

Although nearly the whole of the barque Graamere'a crow deaerOd, Captain Raymond today succeeded in filling all vacancies, and the vessel is now rea*y to proceed on her voyage for Portland.

The UnionSteamshlpCompany have evidently some consideration for thoir masters, and are doubtloßß believers in the old proverb, "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." They have accordingly decided to give their captains each a month's holiday in turn. With this oiject Captain Pophim, whose vessol is now laid up, is to bo the relieving captain. He hasJHStbandtd over the Rotomahana to Capt. Carey, he having enjoyed his holiday, ai.d doubtless nil the others will do tho same and return to their duty with fresh vigour,—" Ly ttel ton Press," Au&nst 7.

The brlgantlno-D.ircy Pratt, which Jleft Oamarufor thisrort on (he lHh inst.. briDgs 630 sacks. 210 J-sacks, SGO J-sackp flour. ISO Backs wheat. 25 sacks barley. 20 sacks pearl barley, 504 sacks oats, 45 sacks bran.

The s s. Te Anau, which arrived from South ern ports yesterday afternoon, brought the fol lowing passengers:—Mr and Mrs Shaw and family (2), Mr and Mrs Jangar, Mesdames DeaKin, Fletcher, Misses McDonald, B ay, For tlne, Powell. Wilßon, Berry, Hammll, Me&srs R. P. McKeand. Holder, J. Fortlne, Rickerton, J. Huiro Glover, Stronir, Ashton, West, Frager, I). Camber:., Monßhan. Mair, W. Adair, Morrison. DeLautour, Goldßniith, Bertie. O. Brown, D. M. Luokie. C. Bud(?e, Fraser, Laurio. Pincknov, A. Stead, D. Patterson, Hill, and Master Forttne ; 10 in steerage.

TELEGRAPHIC SHIPPING.

Whanqarei, this day.—Arrive*, from Auck land : Waitaki, G a.m.; Glonelg, 6.30 am.

New Plymouth, this day.—Arrived: Hawca, from Mtvnukau, 6.15 a.m. Wellington this tey.-Sailed: Janot Nlccol, for Napier and Auckland, 12.35 p.m.

KAIPARA SHIPPING.

Kaipara Heads, this day.—Load'-d: Oceola, Bella, Mary, Western Star. Sailed: Aunio Wilson.

Notices to Correspondents.

Relationship.—lf wn understand your quet- Uon aright, A and B would be brotherß-in-l«w. and C a cousin by marriage to them, which can hardly be called a relationship ut all. Alpine.—There aro no recent census return! giving tho population ot tho six chief places on tho Waikato railway lino and To Aroha. The townships at tho latter place are composed chiefly of boslneas premises, supported by the mines, and by the visitors to tho Hot Springs. There is no road to the Tahta oountry at present, but It will bo opened up by the trunk railway. Prospectors very frequently go out without minors rights, but ther must tako out their rights or mining liconses whenever they wish to take up ground and protect their discoveries.

Births.

MURRAY.-On August 16, at Great North Boad, the wife ef Thos. Murray ot a daughter.

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

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 1885.

For the unit that Uckl assistance, For the wrong thit need* mlltaoce, For the ruture la the iliUnce, And the r*xl that we can do.

We observe by a cable despatch tbat the London " Daily Telegraph " has buen agi tating afresh the question of securing several more English coaling stations in the Facifio Seas. We infer that this refers more particularly to the South Pacific Ocean where, in proportion to the extent of her e urrounding possessions, and the importance of her commercial interests, Britain has very few coaling stations. And it is every day becoming more evident that, unless speedy action is taken, all the harbours available in these seas will be taken posses sion of by other nations. At Samot, for example, we are shut out of Apia ly the Consular Convention, while America has secured the splendid harbour of Pagopago, and Germany the excellent coaling harbour of Fangaloa, in close proximity to Apia. Thi» group of islands occupies an important and central position, and it is essential that Britain should not be placed at a disadvan tage as compared with other Powers, as her commerce and interests there are at least equal to those of any other nation. It might be advisable to send a warship to report on the suitability of the harbour of Fasetootai, on Upolu, as an English coaling station. To the east ward, France is firmly established at Tahiti, as well as on the Tuatnotu and Marquesas Islands, and Raiatoa will soon be under the same influence. South ward of Tahiti, and directly on the line of communication between, the Australasian colouies and Panama lies the island of Kapa, which is also olaimed by the French Government. The great advantage of this station is, that in addition to a good harbour, there are large deposits of good coal on the island. Going westward from the Samoan centre, we find France holding the Loyalty Islands and New Cale donia, and strenuously endeavouring .to extend her influence over the New Hobrides group. There, by all means,Englancjihould step in, and not only seoure a harbour or two as coaling stations, but also conserve the fruits of her missionary and trading enterprise in that populous archipelago. Then, advancing by way of the Solomon and New Britain Islands, a complete' chain of ports would be established right up to our possessions in New Guinea, which would prove of great value in the defence of Aus tralia. The rumours- wbioh have for some days back been current in London aa to German annexation in the Caroline Islands have a considerable amount of vraisem blance, especially when it is borne in mind that the Gennon official newspapers are arguing against the Spanish claims to these islands; amd these facts and rumours go to strengthen our belief that other Powera are more alive than England is to the prospec tive importance of the Pacific Islands, owing to the projected Panama Canal. The commercial delegates who vieited the South Pacific Islands recently, to report on trade with New Zealand, saw everywhere British commercial interests firmly estab lished, but nowhere the British flag, save at the offices of the acting or Vice-Consuls, who are deemed of sufficient importance for these rich tropical islands. 'At Tahiti, on the other hand, they found a Frencjf military t»t»b.l|ehment in full

efficiency, and at Samoa the German Imperial fla<r defiantly flaunting in the breeze, in distinct breach of treaty with tl c King of i*amoa, of English and American rights, and of the assurances of tho German Foreign Minister. If some decided action is not taken soon, tho English Government may awake too late to find that Germany has claimed the Samoan Islands. We trust, therefore, thit in the stand it has taken the London "Telegraph" will be backed by the military journals, and that an earnest and unanimous public opinion will compel the Government to pay greater attention to British interests in the South Pacific.

All mining stocks are much easier to-day. Cambria sales, 29s to 275. The mine manager reports more epecimens from winze, and in tho face of this and a divi dend, it is difficult to say why theße shares recede. Of course the winze, in following the reef, must at some time leave the shot of gold behind, and the chance of this has probably induced speculators to sell. Caledonians aro asked for, and sales reported at ss. Devons are dull, sales 4s 6d to 4s 3d. Manukaus are also easier, and are quoted at 4s 3d. All other stocks participate in tho depression, but would easily revive on receipt of any good telegram from tho Thames Colonial Banks are wanted at 41s 6ti, and no quoted sellers.

Letters have beon received by Mr P. M. Grant, Secretary of the Auckland Liberal AcHOciaHon, from Mr T. Peacock, M.M. X., and Mr Moss, M.H.K. for Parnell, re the resolutions about the unemployed, to the effect that tht Minister of Public Works had requested Mr Hales, the District Engineer, to report upon the matter, and that tho Government havo given instruc tions that employment must be found for all thoso out of omploymont,

Amongst tho Kaikoura's passengers were sevoral guests of tho New Zealand Ship ping Company who came up the coast, in cluding Mr Gibson Forrior, manager of tho Bank of New Zealand at Dunodin ; Mr J D. Wright, Mr D. Stronach, manager of tho Now Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency at Dunedin ; and Mr H. Brett, proprietor of the Auckland Star.

Referring to our report of the bankruptcy examination of Chas. Henry Olive, builder, Malcolmson and Co. write :—" We empha tically dony that wo ever accopted the account or the final cortificato of the architect vro employed, tonderea by Mr Olive, or paid him any sum whatever on •account thereof. The £5 mentioned was a loan made to him without reference to tho matter in dispute, and ponding tho uinicablo sotMoinoni that uo ollercd uutf woro dosir mw oi bringing about."

Mr Hugo, ngont, and Mr Aahtcn. man ager of the "Builalo Minsliels/'lmvii iir rived in Auckinml to make iirrnn{;cin?uh) for tho oponiug ol ilui.-e popular oiuoitain eri* in the Opera Houco. The Company, which numbers 20 performers, is presently at Napier, and has had most successful sea sons in the Southern cities. As thoy do not open here till third September next, tho Buffalo Minstrels will play for a week at Thames after their Napier season w endod.

Mr D. M. Luckio, head of tho Govern ment Insurance Department, arrived in Auckland last night by tho steamor To Anau from Wellington.

At Northcote the other day the infant child of Captain T. T. Andorson was seriously injured about the head by the nursegirl falling with it, when the feeding bottlo broke and wounded the infant's head severely. Dr. Evans, who has been in attendance, now considers the child out of dangor.

This morninp an account for the Co oporative Land and Labour Company wan opened in the Savinga Bank, co that intend ing shareholders may now pay in their money to the credit of the trustees —Messrs \V. R. Waddel, Theo. Cooper, and C. S. Wright. Wo understand that the shares are going oil' well.

There is likely to bo some trouble with tho publicans of City North at the approach ing licensing meotings. It is assertod that thoy havo evaded tho order to close the oxtra bars by refraining from selling tho drinkß over tho bar, although it is assorted that thoy aro Btill supplied in tho same rooms, and that the bottles of liquor still remain on tho shelves. The Committee has already taken steps in connection with the matter.

Tho new steam launch which Mr C Bailey is building for Mr R. C. Greenwood ia almost ready for launching. The vessel is to be fitted with compound onginos. Sho ie to be employed in the vicinity of Waiwora.

There is a great demand for kauri timber in the Kuukupnkapa district. In one pliicp, the other duy, the kauri was fold for t'soo more than the bush and a furm of ,SOO acres originally cost. Another settlor hus sold a clump of kauri which brought in raoro than tho prico of tho 200 acres, bush hill and flat, originally.

On the Labour Agency question Mr T. B. Hannaford writes :—"Sir,—lu this even ing's issue of tha Star you have givon another exposd of tho malpractices of the Auckland Labour OfhVo keepers. To tho titter disgrace of Auckland journalism, the Star i 3 absolutely the only city newspaper that has ever had the manliness to exposo the scoundrels who are daily fleecing the poor." Messrs Linsey and Lawes writes :—" As some doubt may ariso in tho minds of your readers re above, we bog to state we are not tho proprietors of, nor are we in any way connected with tho Registry Office, at which a fracas occurred, as reported in your last night's iesuo. We merely mention this in fairnessto ourselves, as we wish it distinctly understood our motto is, ' No money taken until a place is procured.'" \Vehavo so often exposed the defaulting agency that it is a marvel that people aro stilt taken in by it. It in astounding that such frauds can be continued without tho perpetrators find ing their way into the Police Court.

Thompson's Diorama of the Soudan War has arrived from the South, and the first exhibition in this city will be given on Saturday night in the Theatre Royal. It has had a very successful run in tho South, drawing big houses for no lesa than six weeks in Christchurch alone.

The concert given in St. James's Hall on Monday evening for the benefit of Brother Lawford, by members of Temperance Societies, was organised and carried to a successful issue by Mrs Anderson and Miss Gribble.

To the Editor: Sir,—ln your report of tho bursting of the wator pipe in Wynd ham-street you state that Misa Lonergan, milliner and feathor dyer, was ths principal sufferer. It should have boon Mrs R. Smith.

At the inquest on Matthew Herd, an inmate of tho Asylum, a verdict was re turned to the effect that death was the result of brain disease.

A concert for tho purpose of raising funds wherewith to defray the expenses of tho Artillery Band to and from Wellington was given last right in the Lorne-etreet Hall. The attendance was meagre, but tbo per formers faithfully fulfilled their engage ments. Three selections wore contributed by the Band itself in very creditable style, viz., «' Notro Chere Aleace," " Tho Pride of Ireland," and " Tho Forest Queen," tho last two being fantasias. Messrs Q. and J. Robin son, W. Reid, and W. Probert played very creditably an instrumental quartette, "The Return of Spring," upon the euphonium, first and second horns, and tenor horn. Miss Zenobia Campbell sang " The Lover and the Bird " and " Forget Not to Forget" (Boccaccio), and Mian £. Huntor also con tributed a song, as did likewise Mr C. E. White ("OldMother Gum,") Mr A. Bartley (" Wrecked and Saved,") and Mr H. Har. grave (" Sweethearts and Wives.") Messrs White. and Hargrave were encored, and while the former repeated part of his song, the latter gave another, viz., "John the Masher." Mr W. George song with accep tance "Old Messmates," aad "Jack's Re« turn," and Mr A. Hughoe danced a sailor's hornpipe. Mr A. R. Hunter (bandmaster) was the conductor of the concert, and at the dance, which was held subsequently, Mr W, Shove acted as M.C.

The special meeting last evening in the Pitt-stree£T!hurch, held in connection with all the Methodiet churches of Auckland, was largely attended. The addresses were given by the Revs. H. Bull and C. Worboys, and were of a very excellent and impressive character. The meeting was presided over by the Key. K. Bavin. The remainder of the meeting was spent in prayer and praise.

The lengthy and successf uljeoaeon of the Silver King Company was brought to a conclusion last night with the third per formance of "Jo." Miss Edith Appleton, in the title role, again carried off the honours of the evening, while the other parts wore also ably sustained. The Company now return South, opening in Napier on Monday night. At the conclusion of last night's performance, Mr Appleton re turned thanks on behalf of his daughter, who would, he hoped, play the character again in Auckland two or three years heace, and would then be able to speak for herself. He might pay that Auckland admirers would always be associated in her mind with the recollection that " They i\ 83 worry good to me, th,ey wos,"

During his performance laßt night, Pro fessor Baldwin paid a high tribute to the virtues of the New Zealand flax rope, which he said was only excelled by wire for elas ticity and strength.

The man, John Itarboard, accused of larceny of a pair of trousers and a £5 note on board the s.s. Suva, on her passage to Auckland, was sentenced to three months' imprisonment on the charge of stealing the serge trousers, but in the case of the £5 the Bench were of opinion that there was only evidence of suspicion, and dismissed the charge. Mr Theo. Cooper asked for the return of the note to the accused, but tho Bench had no power to grant the application.

A ran named Alexander Anderson was arrested to-day by Constable Macky on the charge of stealing goods, value 18s, the pro perty of Captain Dowd, of the cutter Leo. Johnston was employed on tho Leo, and tho articles which he is charged with appropriating were lying about the vessel.

Amongst the property found in the possession of George Harburd, who was sentenced to a term of imprisonment at the Police Court, yesterday for larceny, were a number of valuable silk handkerchief)! and other £OoA* of a similar nature, which are believed to have been the proceeds of a burglary in sorno olhor part of the colony.

Mr Washington Norton's Company of " Merrymakers" have arrived, and will open their entertainment on Wednesday evening next, of which full particular? will be duly announced. After seaioni of high class drama and opera, the " Merrymakers" will prove most acceptablo purveyors of popular amusement—their entertainment embracing nigger sketches, comic and sen timental elnging, and lightning changes effected by Mr Norton on the stage, in full view of tho nudience. Mr Norton will bo romembered as a favourite entertainer, and he and his present Company aro fully com petent to gii'O a splondid night's mirth, music, and merry-making.

At Otahuhu yesterday, before John Gor don, Esq., J.l'., John Murphy was charged ■wir.h using obscene language at the door of the Salvation Barracks, Otahuhu, and was sent to Mount Eden for six months,

Tho unemployed and their relation to labour agencies will form the theme of a public address to men and women out of employment, to bo delivered tomorrow (Thursday) morning, at 10 o'clock, on the railivay*reclamation, Quoen-strcot Wharf, by W. G. Garrard. Interesting revelations are promieed.

There was a large attendance of porsons at S*. David's Schoolroom last evening,

mostly of Oil' con^regntion und Mutual lmmove'iicri! Society, to INtcn to a lecture on Uio laic- V.w. T~. McKcnzio Frnsor, l>y Mr.l, BUiokmun. Mr Angus occupied the chair. Tho reviow ot Mr frasor'H life Ami labours .'ippu.'ired to give gonuval s.'itisfuc lion, iimi n motion was carried that the lecture be published us a memorial of the deceased.

Tho tneoting which was to havo beon heW last night in Luks's Victoria Hotel for tho purpo?o of forming a Swiss Cigar Com pany lapsed for want of a quorum. Only t>vo or three gontlemon put in an appour anco.

Tho local Aroha paper mentions tbjO satis factory manner in which tho Cmifornia rock drill lately supplied to tho Now Find Mine is doing its work. The introduction of this machine will do much to reduce the cost of working quartz, and wo shall be glad to see it more extensively used in our mines.

Mr F. W. Ponnofathor has retired from tho position of I'rivato Socrotary to the Governor, and his successor has beon ap point od- Mr Ponnefathor goea home to England in January, and will aftorwarda return and practise law in the colony. Ho is writing a uook on law.

A slight mistake occurrod in our refer once yesterday to tho petition forwardod by residents and owners of property at Otahuhu to tho Minister for Public Works. Tho petitioners do not dosire that the 4.15 p.m. train from Auckland or tho 6.20 a.m. train from Mercer should bo altorcd in any way. Mr Hudson has not expressed himself as favourable to tho petition, but simply told some of the petitioners who waited upon him that ho would do all that was reason able and in his power to meot the wishos of tho Otahuhu poople, and advised thorn to forward their petition to tho Minister.

An entertainment was given last evening in the Mount Eden Congregational School room by members and friends of tho Sonior Bible Class, the Rev. \T. J. L. Clow in tho chair. The following programme was suc cessfully performed :—Address, Uev. Mr ('lo«s; piano solo, "Chime* of England," Mi J. P. Ilooton ; song, "Kobiu'fl Rotjrii," MUs Moginio ; recitation, "Waiting for Mother," Miss E. Pence ; piauo duui, iln Wears and Miss Impey ; aildie.su, Mr C, E. Davidson; concertedpioco, "Arise,Barak ;" sclo and quartette, "Children's Voicosj" pinno duet, "£ampa," Misses Powell and Brown; recitation, Miss Grinrod ; song, " Givo Me tho Man of Honest Hoart," Mr C. E. Powell ; piano duet, Misses Bennott; eong, "Break," Miss Stickley; recitation, " Vat You Please," Mr H, Watts ; duet, Mr and Mies Peace ; quartette, " Who AroTheso ;" finale, "God Save the Queen."

The Rev. Dr. Taylor gavo a second lecture last evening in St. Sopulchro's School-room on " Incidents of Travel," in aid of the funds for tho Epiphany new church, Tho attendance was not so numerous as expected. The Rev. Dr. O'Callaghan occupied the chair, and formally introduced the lecturer in a few well-chosen words. Dr. Taylor, in his anoedotal and chatty manner, Rave a des cription of his travols in Madeira, Tone riffo, Gibraltar, and Lisbon, His remarks vrofo given in that ploasant style which is so palatable to an audience. Mr Chartor sang ono or two songs, accompaniod by a lady on the pianoforte', and at the cloaca hearty vote of thanks was giveti to the genial lecturer.

Last evening the annual meeting of the Auckland Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge was held in tho Young Men's Christian Association Rooms. There was a good attendance, and a lively interest was taken in the proceedings by overyone present. Mr Hay occupied the cbair. Mr Fell opened the meeting with prayer. The Hon. Sec, Mr Ewingtou, read the annual leport and the financial statement, which were unanimously adopted. Tho election of office-bearers and committee men was then proceeded with, tho rosult being as follows:—Presidont, Mr John Buchanan; Treasurer, Mr W. C. W. McDowell; Joint Honorary Secretaries, Messrs F. G. Ewing ton and Adams; Committeemen, Dr. Murray Moore, Messrs Robert Lang, H. J. Edmibton, John Longmoro, C. S. Brown, Thomaa Whitelaw, VV. L. Lengbottom, John Dyo, Steole, and J. Hay. Tho moot ing unanimously resolved to take offective steps for the circulation of suitable Chris tian literature on the evidences of Christian ity,aa much as possible through the medium of a colporteur, or such other channels as the Socioty might deem necessary to adopt. As there was reason to believe that there wore honest doubters of the truth in Auckland and surrounding districts, it was affirmod that suitable matter for such should be pro vided in tho form of reprinting tho lectures on the evidences of Christianity by Bishop Morehouee, of Melbourne, aud other ortho dox productions. It was also suggested that tho ministers of Auckland should be invited to co-operate with tho Socioty in carrying its purposes into effect. Mr P. B. Cheat (from tho Thames) addressed the meeting at considerable length on the evi dences of Christianity, dwelling particularly on tho historical position of the Lord Jesus Christ, which waß altogether unique. From the foundation of the world God the Father designed that Christ should bo both God and man, in two-distinct natures, and one person for ever and ever, in order to the full accomplishment of his mission to the world to save sinners. Everything Christ did amply testified to his divinity as well as his manhood. Mr John Buchanan spoke on the " Causes of Unbelief," his re marks being both Scriptural and logical He adverted to tho laxity of discipline in the Christian Church, and pointed out the necessity of drawing a lino botween be lievers and unbelievers, so aB to withhold ir>m the latter privileges which the former only wore entitled to. The Church and the world should be kept separate. There was also a prevailing defection as to "contend ing earnestly for the faith once delivered to the saints." The prophets, the apostles, and the early Christian fathers were contro versialists, and bo should ministers of the Gospel at the present day be. Mr R. B. Shalders gave an address on " Our Respon sibilities," pointing out the greatnesß of the privileges of the Christian Church, and the necessity, of making the most of them. In the human heart there was a natural ten dency to infidelity, and to that innate source ; might be attributed much of the Atheism and scepticism of the present day. " The carnal mind is enmity against God." Mr 801 l made some excellent remarks as to the duties of Christians in reference to infidelity. Several new members were enrolled. It was stated by tho Secretary that Bishop Cowie would bo glad to deliver another lecture on tho evidences of Christinnity. A vote of thanks to the Chairman, and the Benediption, terminated the proceedings,

THE DIRECT STEAMER ARAWA.

Ttt*! Shaw, Savlll, and Albion Company's s s. Arawa sailed from London on the lßth August She proceeds to the undermen tioned ports in the order given :- Otago, Lyttelton, Wellington, Napier, and Auck land. Tho Arswa has on board 225 tons of cargo for.this port. Mesera L. D. Nathan are the charterers. As the Arawa makes Auckland her last port of call, she will load here with frozen meat for London,

MURDER OF A POLICEMAN.

Two Men in Custody.

[rkcter's telegram.]

(Beceived August 19th.)

Svdnky, this day. The police have arrested two men on sus piuion of being concerned in the murder of a policeman at Canterbury, New South Wales, on 13th met.

FATAL RIDING ACCIDENT.

(l!Y TKLEHJIAFII — MIESS ASSOCIATION.)

Fielding, this day. Last night Joseph Mayhew, cordial manu facturer, was thrown from his horse on the Awahuri Road, and killed. Hi'b neck was broken by the fall.

DESTRUCTIVE FIRES.

Four Houses Burned Down,

(iiY TELEGRAPH.— OWN CORRESPONDENT.)

Ddneoin, this day. The residence of J. T. Norman, Elmrow, was partially destroyod by fire, owing to a defective chimney. Tho loss, £200, ifl covered by insurance. The residence of Blias Clogg, near Kilburn, was totally de stroyed by tire. A tiro at Mornington early this morning destroyed two houses owned by Mr Mclntyro and Mr Black, and occupied by Mr Strange and Mrs Kelly. A good deal of furniture was eavod, A third house, occupied by Mrlnglis, had a narrowoscape. Mr (;laok only purchased and entorod into po?«efsion last Monday. Thn inrornncoH on the lionees burnt at iVornington nro :—Blacks, t' 150 in tho Standard ; Melnlyro'*, C 155 on the llouc-e, :md Oil) on tUo furniture, In the South British. Tho cauee of thu Ore was ashes left in tho scullery of.Mclntyre's house.

"THE SORCERER" TO-NIGHT.

The initial performance of Gilbort and Sulll_ van's lyrio satiro " Tho Sorcerer," by tho Auck land Amateur Opera Troupo, takoa placo to night in tho Opora llouso, and those who havo already beon "behind the scenes" prodiat for it asuccossiincquivccalando'-inDleto Atanyrate, judgment cannot go by default, fora crowded honso 1« assured. There is no occasion to dilato upon tho tunefulness and sparkling wit of tho opera for it is already well known to the public, and as for tho performers their names alone should afford sufficient promlso of suc cessful acqulttanco. The principal numbors of tho opora, exulußlvo of chornoaH. arc:—The nrifl, "When Ho is Here;" the ballad, "Time wa» When Love and I;" tho ario, "Happy ■Young Heart;" tho duet, " Welcomo Joy;" tho ballad. •' For Lovo Alone." the Sorooror'a Bon« : Uio incantation, too sodk '* Uoar Jb'riondo Tako Pity," the vocal quintette, the rcoltalivo and duef'O, I Havo Wrought," tho song "Kngßgod to Wo-ancl-30," and the ensemble "Oh. Joyous Boon." Her Schmitt conduois. and tho princi pals of tho cast aro Mrs Kllgoiir, Miss Stephen' son, Mrs Braesoy, Mrs Waters, and" Messrs P. Dnfaur, J. Hanno, P. A, Kdmißton, A. Taylor, and T. Charter.

POLICE COURT.-This Day.

(Boforc 11. 0. Soth Smith. Esq., R.M.)

Daughters ok Eve.—Annie Dlckson and Jane Andrews woro fined 6s each for drunkenness.

Witu Kate.—Kato Cummins, alias Power, waa ohargod with breaking a window, damago 2s ikl, on tbc 17th lnst. in the houao of Charles Kod well — Prisoner pleaded not guilty.—Charles Hqdwell, of Larnc-atroot, deposed that the prisoner was a struiiKor to him. Sho came to bin house at 11 o'clock at night. Ho was in bud. Sho tried to burst the door open. lie got up and looked out, and prisoner said sho wan tod to go through the house to take an inventory of hn kocklh. Horefuued to give her admittance Bee ing that ehe wna drunk. Sho then, with an oath, said. " Take that, you !" and emaahed the wlii'iow, -fined 5». and the damavo and coats.

A Blow on i hk HEAD.-Jobn Hall waacalled i<r answer iicharKO on numinous with assaulting AUouiidHd.uulbtrllclOK her ou tho head with his cloni)ho>t list.—Mr Furwood appealed for tho proseuutlon, and abkeU that uro'ocutrlx might ho hoard.—Alice Houd, a yoin>K woman, dep.iocd that dhe wub in servlco with Alri Hall, of Boatlold View. Mr Hall was nuarrellinK with Mrs Hall, when stic epoku,'o him of hw conduct. He Immedi ately struck her on thu head. A short tlmo ago he threatened to uao a knlfo to his wife, and aho took Mrs Hall's part. He had a down upon her. Sho had no bad feeling towards Mr Hall, but wished him bound over to kuop the peaco.-Hla Worship considered that Hall Bhould be called upon to llnd sureties.—As defendant did not appear, a warrant was ordered to issue for his Hall's arrest.

Chahob ofßkckivino Stolbn Goods.—Mary Kloanor Iteoa was charged with lecolving from Frodoriok Uqos and William Simpson (two boye) a quantity of articles, knowing thorn to huvo beon stolen, tho property of Daniel McPhorson, draper, Karangahapo Road.—Mr Hudson Williamson appealed to watch tho ohso for tho defendant, and Sergeant Gamble prosecuted on tho part of tho pollco.— Xlr Williamson asked that tho case might bo dealt with summarily, but Ills Worship, <n the ilrnt Instance, could not conaent.-Sergeant Gamblo opened tho case, and stated tho oircuraetanceß, which will bo fresh in tho ro colleotlon of our roaderis.—Dinlel MoPhorson dopoecd lhat ho rosided In Ponsonby Houd, but his drapory establishment was in Karangßhape Koad. Hla store was broken into between the night of the 10th and the morning ot the 11th, and 2 dozen scurfs, 1 dozon silk handkerchiefs, Holltnires, and two nuitu of clothes were tatton from the storo. Ho noxt caw them In the possession ot Constablo Clarke; accompanied th) cODßtublo to Mrs Rbdb's houpo. Tho con stable brought tho goods oat of tbo houco. Ho recognised tho handkerchiefs and scarfs as hit property, value about £310a. Two boys—Kees and Simpson—wore convicted at this Court on Ihe charge of stealing tho goods. Tho boy Roeu was iv hla employ at 8a M per week for a short time. Cross-examined: Tho units o( clothe* were worth 22s a suit. Knew nothing agalnut Mr Roes, nor nothing of her clrcumstunciiß. —Henry Clarko, constable stationed at Nowton, deposed to arresting the prisoner on warrant on the 12th mat. Previously he had arrested tin) boys for stealing tho property. Found tho brown suit in Mrs Reese house; also a number of silk handkerchiefs and scarfs. Re covered two Bilk handkorchlofa from Mr Alfred H. Hay wood, to whom they had been sold by Mrs Hoes. Found a iiawn-tickot relating to tho fjroy unit, which had been pawned at Mr lino's shop in KUiott-Btioot, in tho name of Mrs Brown. Ho searched the house in prtaonor's presonco. Sho mid ahu bad bought the clothes of Simpson, and that her aon had Dought the other goodß at a Bolllng-ofl' shop.—By Mr Williamson: Tho boys wore arrested on tho 27th ult. Mrs Rocb did not objcot to his searching tho house. Her son made a full confession.—Robort Simpson, residing with his parents in Kdon Croscont, ro pcated nia previous Btatomont, telling how ho got into Mr McPhorson's promises and got out again, and how ho sold a portion of the goods to Mrs Roes. Ho gave the suits to young Roes to keep for him. Told Mrs lteeß hor son owed him 6s. Ho did not mako a true statement. Mrs Roos gave him 2s. Mrs Ucos subsequently Bald sho had pawned tho clothes, and crave him 4s nioro. It was on tho night of tho 10th July that he got into Mr McPherson's place.—Mr Wil liamson now asked that tho case might bo dealt with summarily under 178 of tho Act, tho only difficulty being tho value of tho goods. Tho boys had got mixed up with a gang of larrikins and fgot Into a mosa, but the niothor was per fectly ihnocont.—His Worship said he would hear furthor evidence ilrst.—Fredorick Rocs then repeated his evidence as to his participa tion in the robbery, and how ho took tho clothos to his mother's houso, and made a, falso state ment respecting thorn. It was ono o'olock in the morning whon ho took tho things homo. Put thorn fit a box under his bed. Told his mothor ho bought tho things—had got a bar gain—ho and throo othor boys clubbed together. He had fid per wook pocket inonoy.

PARLIAMENTARY GOSSIP.

(BY OUR bPECIAIi REPORTER!.

Wellington,, this day- Auckland Matters. Is reply to Mr Hamlin, who asked tho Govornmont yesterday to give effect to tho report of the Public Petitions Committee in the case of J. Murton, incapacitated from manual labour while working on the Wai kato railway, the Minister of Works said that he had instructed the railway outhori: ties to employ the petitioner as soon as to Mr Moat. Mr Richardson said the Mahurangi lino had been used in Government works. , ~ Mr Hobbs asked the Government why tne acting locomotive firemen now employed a* Auckland railway had had their pay reduced >y one shilling per diem. . , Mr Richardson, in replying, said that some engine cleaners had been promoted on trial to firemen, remaining at tbe state of pay as cleaners. He did not know who had rivon the hon. gentleman his information, Jut if matters of that kind were to be con tinually brought up, the administration ol tho department would be impossible. Mr Dargaville presented a petition from J. M. Fraser, of Waikato, aßkine for an in quiry into the allegation made in the peti tion recently presented to the House to the effect that petitioner had forged certain native signatures. Nearly the whole of the afternoon session, and a portion of the evening, was taken up with an Otago free fight over the dock question. Tho Port Chalmers people want to obtain certain reserves from the Otago Harbour Board for tho purpose of making a dock, and the Dunedin people don t want to part with the reserves, no doubt fondly looking forward to the time when, by an earthquake or somo other semi miraculous method, the shallow inlet leading up to tho most commercial city in the colony will bo deepened suificiently to float some thing of a bigger tonnage than mere coast ing steamers, when no doubt they will go in for a dock of their own. In the present condition of the capacious harbour of the most commercial city, it takes a vessel that can sail over a " heavy dow " to get up to tho city. Mr Macandrew carried his measure successfully through Committee, and defeated a motion that it bo read that day six months by 31 to 32. A return hti3 been laid on the table of tho House showing tho amount paid by Ofhcial Assignees out of bunkrupts oatutoa in law costs: —In Auckland, £GO6 was paid; WoHineton, £994; Canterbury, £1,300 ; OtflL'O, £2,016: Total, £<t,987. The legal nrms thr.t had tho bulk of this arc ;—Mr Cave, Auckland, £349; Mr Trovers, Wel lington, £334 i Mr Malet, Chruteburcli, £338; Morsra Stowurt and Dennittton, Dunedin, £445; Dick and Stewart, Dune din, £345. . Mr Smith, of Taranaki iron fame, is to bo heard before tho Petitions Committee to-morrow on Now Zealand industries so •far as they concern iron. The Native Affuira Committee, being blocked with petitions and other business, is now sitting every day. Tho taking of evidence in connection with tho Native Lands Disposition Bill is not yet completed, and notices of innumerable amendments have boen given,so that unless the season is prolonged for another two months, there is little chance of it becoming law this year. The other Native Bill has not even been considered yet. The Secretary of the Marine Department, in a memo, regarding the survey of Capo Palliser, states that there are unmarked dangers in tho vicinity of tho Capo, but closer inehore than tho lonic is reported to have struck,

The general impression is that no pro vision will be made in the Public Works Statement regarding the East and West Coast Railway, but no doubt the Canter bury mombers will have an " understand ing " with Governmont on the niattor. In the Houso yesterday afternoon Sir George Grey gave notice that he would to day ask whether it is the intention of Go vernment to undertake as a colonial work the construction of tho East and West Coast Railway, to connect Hokitika and Christ church.

Mr McArthur will aek whether the Go vernment have received any intimation of the intention of Sir F. Dillon Bell to retire, and if so, what arrangements will be made as to his successor as Agent-General. While the Land Bill was in Committee, the discussion on the proposal to report pro gross commenced soon after midnight, and lasted for upwards of un hour. On the question of the desirability of adjourning Sir Georgo Grey was stonewalling the measure, and Mr Holmes complained that tho Committee were being detained by the

" Sentimentality of Senility," Thisbrsught Mr W, F. Buckland to his feet with the remark that it was evident that the last speaker had no respect for age, and a few such speeches would drive away from the Government "their last supporter." Mr Stout: Oh, oh ! Sir George Grey said he would not be (ho did not like to use an offensive term) intimidated by the over bearing violence of the member for Christ church, South. At a later stage of the proceedings Mr Rees said he hoped the member for Christchurch, South would leave us honourable a nuino bahind him as that of the member for Auckland, East. 11l feeling was evidently growing up in the Committee when the motion to report pro gross waa fortunately carried.

I have reason for knowing that the Public Works Statement is in the hands of the printer, so its delivery may be expected very shortly.

THEATRE ROYAL.

Profossor S. S. and Clara Baldwin,

There was another large gathering last oveniig in the above building to witness the marvellous performances of Profefsor and Mrs Baldwin. The following gentle men formed the Vigilance Committee, and were accommodated with seats on the plat form :—Meesrs Warburton, Ryan, Abbott, Todd, Isaacs, Coxon, Campbell, and Josiah Martin, F.G.S. The usual rope-tying cabinet ecene was gone through, the Pro fessor being assisted by Mr Hector Lacie. Water, wine, and milk were next poured by the Professor out of a common jug, which hud boon filled with pure water. Thoseof the committeo who were not satisfied with what they received were permitted to empty it back again, nnd were given water or winp, as they pleased. As on previous occasions, Mm Baldwin was locked in a pillory, and scaled up in a bag, but succeeded in effecting her release in a few moments. Specimens in thought-reading were next shown, in which the Professor waa very successful. Articles that had been hidden were dis covered, and the numbers of a bank note solected and held by the Committee were written correctly by the Professor on the blackboard. The most remarkable scene of the evening, however, was the reading of figures on the board by Mrs Baldwin, when blindfolded, and covered with a sheet. The Professor first read over the figures to his wife, after which she named any figure touched, read the columns up, down, and diagonally, nnd added up the lines with lightning rapidity. Thw was stated by Professor Baldwin to be simply the result of thought-transmission from his mind to Mrs Baldwin's while she was under mesmeric influence. The figures were selected by the audience in order to prevent trickery. The performance was then closed with the "Katie King" mystery in the cabinet, which considerably astonished those present. There are only two more nights before the season closes.

BANKRUPTCY EXAMINATION.

H, C. D. Seaoeant made a statement before the Official Assignee to-day. He eaid ho commenced business as a restaurant keeper two years ago, with a capi: tal of £20, in connection with the Auckland Hotel. His arrangement with the proprietors was to provido himself and family of nine, and Beven Bervants. and his partner—in all 18 persons in meals, and also make a weekly payment of 30s in lieu of rent. He found his own staff. He continued at thia rate tot 14 months, when, finding it did not pay, the proprietor modified his terms, equivalent to a reduc tion from £8 10s to C 3 10s a week. His debts had accumulated by thia time to £300, including £72 lost in catering for the Colonial Firing. He then made an arrangement with his creditors to pay off £10 a month, but through bad times could not carry it out. Last October they agreed to accept 5s in the pound calending over two years, but he could not meet this engagement. In February he gave up tho restaurant and commenced as an insurance canvasser, but only averaged 18s a week. Ho was compelled to file. His liabilities were £437 Bs6d. His only asset is a few book debts, value £12, and furniture £15.

Chambers^ celebrated eowlig machines,

CABLEGRAMS.

[keutek's telegrams.]

Revival of Trade in tho United States,

New York, 18th August.—The com mercial depression whicli has prevailed for some time past shows signs of diminution ' and trade is improving generally in the United States. ; Vice-Regal Tour of Ireland. London, August 18.—Earl Carnavon, , Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, accompanied by tbe Countess, is making a tour of the West of Ireland. The vice-regal party have met with a hearty reception so far. Appointment of Colonial Governors. London, August 18.—It is officially an nounced that Sir Arthur E. Havelock has t>een appointed Governor of Natal, in place of Sir Henry Bolwer, and that Sir William Robertson succeeds him as Governor of Trinidad. Anglo-Australian Cable Charges. Tho International Telegraph Conference has virtually arranged tho following scale of charges to Australia : — " Government message?, 6s Id por additional word ; public messages, 8s 2d per word. Press messages will be sent at a quarter of the public rates, provided a guarantee is given of a pro portionate increase in that class of tele grams." English Coaling Stations in tho Pacific. The " Daily Telegraph " urges theestab lishmont of more coaling stations in the Pacific, Now Bishop of Salisbury. Professor J. Wordsworth, M.A., of Oriol College, Oxford, has been appointed Bishop of Salisbury; * (SPECIAL TO PEESS ASSOCIATION.) (Received August 19ch—12.45 p.m.) Proposed Parcels Post for Australasia. London, August 18.—New South Wales considers the proposal made by the postal authorities for the establishment of a parcels post system with Australia is pro mature. Crown Colonies and the Federal Council_ The Hon. Mr Stanley, Secretary of State for tho colonies, has addressed a circular despatch to the governors of the eeveral Australian colonies, in which ho commends tho Federation Act. The Crown colonies of Western Australia and Fiji have aaplicd for permission to appoint delegates to tho Federal Council.

AUSTRALIAN.

(Received August 19-12.30 p.m.)

Sontenco on Insubordinate Artillery-

Melbourne, this day.—The remainder of tbe insubordinato members of the Porma nont Artillery wore sentenced to four months' imprisonment by tho court martial, but tho prieoners having been recommended to mercy, the Government reduced the sentence to three months.

South Australian Finances.

Adelaide, this day. — Tho Colonial Treasurer, Mr Newland, brought down his financial statement last night. He pro poses to increase tho duties on ale and beer by thrcepenco por gallon, and on spirits by eight shillings a gallon, while the duties on tobacco and cigars will bo raised to six pence and a shilling respectively. It is proposed to levy an import duty ot five shillings on horses, two shillings and six ponce on cattle, threepence on sheep, and two shillings on pigs. All the present five por cent, ad valorem duties are to be abolished.

ARRIVAL OF THE KAIKOURA.

A Rapid Passage,

The New Zealand Shipping Company's Kaikoura, a handsome vessel of 4,750 tone register, Captain Crutchley, R.N.8., com mander, arrived from Plymouth via Port Chalmers and Wellington, at 8.30 a.m. this morning, and berthed at the ond of Queen street Wharf. The Kaikoura is one of the fastest of the direct steamers, and her voyage just completed would have besn unusually fast but for exceptionally bad weather which detained her shortly before her arrival off Port Chalmers Heads. Her passengers arrive in good health, and ex press unanimous admiration of the steam ship, her genial commander, and his obliging officers, who have done much towards making tho trip a remarkably pleasant and enjoyable one. Captain Crutchley, who holds the important posi tion of commander on the Kaikoura, formerly visited this port in charge of the Ruapehu. His popularity is great, because his efforts to satisfy and please all with whom he may come in contact almcst in variably prove to be eminently successful. List of Officers. Tho following is a Hat of the Knikoura's officers: — chief officer, Mr T. Q. East; second officer, Mr C. A. Milward ; third officer, Mr J. W. Croucher; fourth officer, Mr J. H. Blanchard; purser, Mr E. J. Bernard; surgeon. Dr. E. B. Parfitt, chief engineer, Mr J. Black; second engin eer, Mr G. H. Simpson ; third engineer, Mr J. Bald; fourth engineer, Mr N. R. Wildish ; fifth engineer, Mr A. Nicol, re frigorating engineer, Mr J. Unswith; elec trician, MrJ. Beattie. Tho Voyage. The Kaikoura's passage would have been much shorter than it was, but for contrary winds,andbeciiueoehe hadtocallat Welling ton for coal. This,however was unavoidable. Capt. Crutchley, although he did not call at Hobart, as is usual with the direct steamers, expected to teach Auckland before requir ing a fresh supply of coal, but unfortunately his anticipations were not realised. The Kaikoura, nevertheless, sustained her repu tation for fast steaming. She left Plymouth on July 4th at 10.55 p. m., and arrived off Port Chalmers Heads on August 15th at 8.30 a.m. The total time occupied so far was 40 dys. 22hrs. smins., which, exclusive of stoppages, 2dys. lOhrs. 49mins., gives the actual steaming time as 38dys. llhrs. 16mins. From Plymouth to Teneriffe, she experi enced light fair winds and fair weather, From Teneriffe to the Line, very light trade, and usual weather. From the Lino to Capo Town, strong head winds and sea. After leaving Cape Town, had fresh head winds for three days, after which took the westerlies in 42 8., 42 W, Then got moderate westerly winds until off Tasmania. From thence head winds and calms till arrival off fort Chalmers. From Welling ton to Auckland experienced fine weather and strong head winds.

Passengers.

The Kaikoura brings tho following pas sengers for Auckland :—First saloon : Mr C. Herd, Mrs C. Herd. Mr J. Walker. Second saloon : Miss J. McGregor, Mr J. Murray, Mr and Mrs Chamberlain and family (S), Mr and Mrs J, J. Best and family (7), Mr W. A. Bailey, Mr J. W. Bailey, Mr W. S. Hampson. Third saloon : Mr William Firth, Mrs M. A. Firth, Master F. J. Firth, Master W. H. Firth, Master J. W. Firth, Mr J. Mackereth, Miss Kate Milligan, Mr C. Hambridge, Mr A. Hill, Mr J. Wilson, Mr G. E. Welsh, Mr A. Lulas, Mr H, Lulas, Mr J. F. Dungill, Mr S. McLaren, Mr A. J. Southernwood, Mr A. Wright, Mr F. Grant, Mr H. Jones, Mr E. Berry. Testimonial. On the evening beiore the Kaikoura arrived off Port Chalmers, the passengers requested the attendance of Captain Crutch ley at a champagno supper. Mr Rodd oc cupied the chair, and Mr Herd the vice chair. The Chairman proposed, "The Health of Captain Crutchley," which was drunk with enthusiasm, and Captain Crutchley responded in a brief and appro priate speech. Mr Snmmervillo proposed, " The Health of the Officers " (mentioning especially the name of Mr East, the chief officer), and this toast also was duly honoured. Captain Crutchley was on this auspicious occasion presented with a purse of sovereigns and tho following flattering testimonial, in token of the good wishes and esteem towards him entertained by all on board: —

S.S. Kaikoura, August 13th, To Captain W. C Crutchley, R.N.

Dear Sir,—We, the undersigned saloon pas sengers of tlio good ship Kaikoura, aro deßirous of expressing our high appreciation, not only of the consideration always ehown by yourself and your oflicera for our comfort, but also of too constant and genial support given to the amuse ments that have varied the monotony of the voyage. Circumstances over which you had no control prevented thispaßsnge from becoming ■what it for some time gave fair promise of heing the faßtest on record, '-nt you aro nevertheless to bo congratulated on having completed a thoroughly successful voyase, uoattended by any illness or any other cause to mar ita pleasant recollections. This boing the eve of our dis persion, we wißh to nek your acceptance of a small token of our eßteem and friendly rcßard, with which we hope you will purchase a- memento of this journey, May fair winds

of the aaloan paasengera!) U"1 >i ». I' ' Captain Crutchley suitably ™. ! IP1? acknowledgment of the preeen^^ii l;fc! Cargo, ■ "' ;:■ ■ | ' The s.e. Kaikoum Waß j. , H rapidly during to-day m Z T&*>& fel ment of Captain NeAn^L™?**? will put out about 1,000 to,Tl I ; eluding transhipments for^, ilH^. 1 Southern ports Shewiil^ol^ I ; here for London, about 8M ■c«il» H and a few packages Bundiier U^ m, 1 : ti.nt the steamer ehall prowfj ""«S ■« early as posßibleoa Fridaym^ """^Z BHK goes hence to WellingtonandSrg'; Si( I •'

ANGLO-COLONIAL NOTES.

Oor London correspondent, i R.M.S. Kaikoura, on July 3t| j f■** I After all it seems likely the Enabli"^ 1 will be put through this session, gj 1 interview with the Agent-Q Meftl /SiJ I ticulars of which will bo found fnnv "^ I I hoar that the matter rests pLX?OI- 1 Colonel Stanley. If he apS'N I will be at once introduced K'fll' * 1 ■' Commons and put through, I The New Colonial Seowt«» Colonel Stanley having had «n 2'! : 1 both the War Office and the AaJTr*" II ' seems odd he should not have hS^>'* ill one or other of them instead "i?" Ifl Colonial Office. The explanS hS* i is to be found in the fact tnat tl,!iWi H ' bury knew the latter appoints* Hi intensely annoy and enrage wW H Colonel Stanley is Lord DerW B h n^i I '■'• heir, but the two men are tokSI'MI every respect save one—the both i!^* R tempera. Colonel Stanley mxMk IS' father, the "Rupert of teffi n* 1 clever, sharp-sighted, "decieife »J l.'l II Tory in principle, and,aboveall \%r* HI energyandaction. LordDerby'svaei-mll^ it:i scruples and lack of decision aw affif1 HP incomprehensible) to him. When ff i' ' << ship "ratted " to the Liberals e Z H ago, Colonel Stanley abused him I 111 both in public and private, andfriendb"' Ha lations between the brothers were 2i* H'1 off. Since then thero has been now' ii I of agreement, aud those whoeipajtffi H^ Stanley to carry out his predecease I greasive ideas will be woefully & H '■• jjoiiited. ':"*? M Lord Dunraven, the new Undor&a, H tary for the Colonies, is principally tS I : ao a redoubtable traveller, and thu.« ot " The Great Divide." fl B haa-S 9 ' tation of being a very agreeab!, njjS ffl ■*: will probably be popular with tbaTtJ? fjs General. T* ■; ! Personal and General. \ Sir Francis Dillon Bell jind the <&, H Agents General for the Australian »S I ■ were invited by the Lord' Mayor trt! B presentation of theFreedsmof theteH London to Prince Albert Viotor.onffl M last. Amongst the general■ coidwbtl H noticed the names of Sir William McH. I Mr T. Adams, Mr J. C. Bell, Mr W^ I (of Sydney), and Mr J. P. Knolght- H Dr. and Mrs Haines, of Aucklui,.H residing in Trebovir Koad, "■uhc.t B They intend staying in London statfe B ' months longer. The doctor's time ii nud B occupied attending the hospitals ud hn ■ tigatiug new methods of treatment etc 1 ' Captain Baldwin, of Dunedin; ifa«™ fl with his family at Brussels. ; ; B Mr David J. Nathan has beeneWi B Fellow of the Colonial Institute, ' -: A j/rvpos of the Henley Regatt»,aDini B Australian wrote yesterday to the ?sS fl ard" from the Viaduct Hotel (itjaaattk IB did not give his name) eayingheisdepnU ffil to back William Beach to row "tajwß in the world," as also to match an Authfa fl crew against the four best of Great Biiia fl ' for £500 or £1,000, to row on any rimi fl ' Australia or New Zealand, j; B '•'■ S\ Kear-Admiral Werner baa beeaapptirigt fl Governor of the brand-new (in|ffi colonies—Kaiser "Wilheli's Land uutEjj. raH ", marck Archipelago. He willtil(iplin|'i''; duties in the autumn. '.■■". ; Stockholm has been fixed on a*tiu pin la ]' of meeting of a grand Internatioisllka H of Good Templars. Thoujfh wtyilti S holm ? unless because it is the oapitii^ H most thirsty country of Europe. Ii , already delegates in attendants) k '\i\ Australia and New Zealand. 188 A Miss Hooper goes out to A«&Wi|j|| the end of this month with dxM|ta| ill. yuuthß whom she hopes to Bettie'injv :i|^*: part of the world. C ' j Mr Chas. Herd, whogooaouttoAifli Hi .' with hib wife in the 8.8. Kaikoußtmki Ii >, a gentleman of some meaM, who hmt aßs\ settle in New Zealand if the dicmtteH| him. He has, I believe, Tetired hfaU Hi ness. W§*''- Mr Arthur Claydenj through thecdw ■ of the "Colonies and India,"luwb4H| avarice of the New Zeala»d'bißik«,#Bi are not like their London brethren, wU pi with 4 or 5 per cent intereet forpußß i, security, but demands 8 to lOperwllflJ.";. hints tUt these institutes ate kitf»H| geese which lay the golden eggs, , '.

QUARRELSOME NEIGHBOURS.

A special meeting 'of the%Wi#«*HH County Council was held at2p.»f»fcM| at the Council offices, PalmerstOJ.MH ings, to consider the petition! M^M^BBJI petitions received from th6ii»tejWM|fj the Waitakerei East HigbwayWM It appears that opinions *n,T-^HB ' arc somewhat divided, onebooyOTM payers being in favour of ™v*JK| Council, and the other offtj,.W£jß systems of government. ",!^*yH favour of tlio Council accordingly Pfffiß;-.' a petition some months ago P»WS?«, the Road Board be abolished fl»"B receivedj aiid ordered ™ {^iiH table until the oppoßitionute ; Mi>™ to got up a counter petjoon.^^»| was quickly done, and the «mW««" ■ffij the two petitions was < Jefel"a.'lsw|H| special meetiDg of the CouncU ,W*«r called. Members of both pW'^K, attendance this afternoon, wW»SIj question was thoroughly consul ygfwM. members of the Road Board MVzMi that should the Council decide|*!m with them they will then appea.» |: Government. fj-ljj Bp ■

WELLINGTON HOSPITAL ROW.

(BY TELEGRAPH—PRESS ASSOCW -g . WBLUNGWIf, lMf«sllft ; The Hospital difficulty is now :.. appears that 4 or 5 days ago ''.'""fjjli to the Colonial Secretory that the i""^H| was disorganised, and the great that Mr Buckley sentfoJl£ilHi Medical Officer, and intemod «^}M», nould bo necessary lor "f "SHI position, at which Dr. ?*» ffiii ! surprise, and asked for forty' elgi«El ' consider the matter. This but after tho time had elapseaDl?Sjg|| received from the Doctor. '^j| ' Miss Mareden, the mat™DjJ^4lf Dr. Grabham, Inspector of H^M roported that there was g^^PM the institution, and that ? wu)K:gi(»M^ ton's behaviour, she or ™a.. vrZ&UBl leave. She also reported thstw conductwas so bad that two oi^flK. patients had got up late «.'"*;*«<'■ tho Hospital, and t*«*°HiW; talking of leaving. The Wi» tary thereupon at onco K™^£tfflHt. from his charge of the^f^pM LeviDge,. of the Lmmt.c in temporary charge. *W(«|' tho nurses wrote letters to « fA^ Secretary to the eflect of the trouble had been MW Mareden'a falsehood, and ™ ' j*rtß«§ -after consideration, was f'^tHß, subordination, and Dr. Laving^^ME to dismiss the nurses wfl ™ hfc 4jijilflH|i their names to the letters. J-u adopted, and the nurses *^pi*M» Labt night, subsequently | j^R ,; oTthe Colonial Secretary, j°*^^^ff! Leviuga to allow thew tojaM,, night at tho Hospital. a. lll° n lTipJM|i muses left the Hospital, "^Mms being engaged. The men M!TS™ -.J to tile Hospital also protoWpJ^B action takon with wßWJg^j,^™ Ohilton, each of whom.-«■'. i^WiV notice that their ffTS^'llflß , dispensed with in a »onSfSl **» ' J the steward of the OMPyJ^M» ceived a month's ™a7.t#(«sH j notice, and a nowaaP tl°t/l"^;fiin Pr. Chilton has applied /JJ^jV f tho affair, and tho Corm^;:^ has agreed to tho request. inquiry is a public one, aa cgmffi that l)r. Kenny, of thcß-^3!HHM appointed to the temporary2g§!|Hd| Hospital until a perroanew v»~ i ie appointed, - |jjg

THE AUCKLAND EVENING STAK, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19 1885.



"P|R. LAWSON begs to inform the Pub -110 that he haa taken over Du. RICHARDSON'S PRACTICE, and that FatlenU may be con sulted aa usual at his residence, Kaiangahape Road. R. P. C. RUSSELL'S "ENGLISH CURE FOR CORPULENCY " must not be confounded with the so-called Anti-Fats. Full particulars on application to the Hole Agent, KEMPTHORNB, PROSSKR, & CO. (IaAIII'KD), and Retail by all Chemists. ORMO N D S SWISS CIGARS Have been recognised as the BEST (or half a century. QPECIAL CHEAP LINEB, ■t'9B4. 98 qD WORTH OF WARK 3:Zot A O HOUSE AND TRAVELLERS' SAMPLES have been pur chased by WILLIAM R, BRIDGMAN At a Heavy Discount, and will be Sold Cheap to clear quickly, comprising some very_phoice Boods in endless variety in Gloves, Hosiery, Handkerchiefs. Sunshades, Umbrellas. Net Cur tains, Ladies' Mantles, Corsets. Jackets. Capes, Ladles' UnderoloKiing. Aprons. Pinafores,Coßies, Collars, Collarettes, Children's Blouses, Robes Infants Wrappers, Hoods, Sun Bonnets, Mep'a Shirts, Hats, Scarves, Boys' and Men's Clothing. £25 Worth of the Newest Lines In Featherg being and exceedingly choice loi in plumes and Ostrich Flats. As Ido not usually keep these goods, will be sold oheap to clear quickly Large Lot of Windsor Starves, bought at Owen and Graham's Sale, from Sd to Is, worth Is fid to 2s. Sound goods Not having room for China Mattings, will Bell those In stock, at a great rednotion Balance Winter Stock of Blankets, some slightly sailed, at a great reduction . i 3plendid Stock of Tweed?, from cheap to very KOod, very n.uch redncer] in price Being rather overstocked in Clothing, will allow 20 per cent, discount for a short time to dear, as stock is too large In this department uuge Lot of Remnants at very low rates.



We have muoh GjundDiskjitoi pleasure In stating ,_«„ our extensive al- IRON terations are com pleted. At con- TTi BEDSTEADS slderable outlay A we have enlarged xt our Show Roonu. TT E" I*. ?L« °S r GARUCK friends will be . fairly astonished T> « at the enormous ■« CRANWELL'fI. variety in Bed steads, Carpets. "W" and General x' Household Fnml- ~~~ tore presented to T their view as they ■*■ travel round our Immense premises. g 4^^^ ot 6AT CK H CARPBTa CRANWKLL. At Reduced Prices _ YOUR aAB£ TOK CRANWELL. Young people about to start TT Houaekeeplng H —— will find It to their advantage to Furnish frotu II nRnROOM. onr Establish- BKDKOUM. ir^n OtJt°°^ a DINING-ROOM. g£& *?i£ S KIWHKK h SjT E FURNITURE ■mount from our Warehouse. *■"* GARLICK _„„, GARLIOIC & *«» B CRANWBLL. CRANWKLL'B. /^ ARLICK C^ /IRANWELL'S. QUBBN-BTREBT, AUCKLAND. THB NEW GOODS THE NEW GOOD 3 THK NEW GOODS THE NEW GOODS An now opened out FOR THK WINTKR IX)R THE WINTKR FOR THE WINTSU EOK THE WINTER. Tha Stock is the larg/Mi and be«* selected in the city, mid to 2CEKT THX TIMKB JMLKBT THK TIMKB „,„„ ■ MKBT THK TIMK3 Tilt MEKT THS TIMES NEW Several ilnes in every De partnisnt are marked at ZEALAND Pricw FACTORY. H2^3&W* 15S & 160, amMn-strMt. The Juvenile DepartmwU has received close attention, and parents will find DURABILIT^ ECONOMY DURABILITY AND ECONOMY DURABILITY ECONOMY DURABILITY ECONOMY Combined 1* the leading feature, fa 8071*15581 Bulls nvermlnewandehoJce ■tylM are now balng anows. "|3 EMOV AL. R£MO VA L. FRANK 0. FORWOOD, FRUIT AND PRODUCE FACTOR, Has RKMOVKD to SCHERFFS STORES, op posite former premises, Fort-street. Extensive Accommodation for Free Storage Goods at low rates. PIL3ENER LAGERBEBR mou tec KAISER BREWERY. Bole Agents for New Zealand— SEfEGNEK, LANGOUTH & CO., FIRTH'S^ STORES, ALBERT-STREET, AUCKLAND. MILKE AND ChOYCE Beg to announce the purchase ot several CLEARING CLEARING LINES, LINES, From the Wholesale, previous to their Stook taking, at considerably less than Coat Price, and that the Goods are marked at a very small advance on the cost. M. and C. con now therefore submit the following SPECIAL LINES AT ABOUT ENGLISH PRICES. LARGE QUANTITY OF COSTUMES LARGE QUANTITY OF LADIES' MANTLES, JACKETS, AND ULSTERS, Also. CHILDREN'S JACKETS, ULSTERS, AND COSTUMES. FORTY-EIGHT BOXES FRILLING. TWENTY-FOUR DOZENS BLACK SILK FRINGE. FORTY-THREE DOZENS COLLARETTES, BOWS, &o. QUANTITY DRESS MATERIAL. QUEEN AMU WELLESLBY-STREETS, AUCKLAND., N O T I O m. D>R. WILKINS, P.R.C.S., ' CONBULTINO AND OPERATING SURBKOK. Is at his Surgery for General Practice and Speoial Practice-Eye, Bar, and Throat Disease! —Mornings and Afternoons; Sundays, 10 30 to 12.30. Consultation Feos very moderate. Dr. Wtmctnr spent seven years at Mooroflelds Bye Hiwpltal. London, under Menem Bowman and Oiitohott, two at Throat Hospital, London, seven yean Honorary Surgeon Albert Hospital, and eight yean at Bye, Bar, and Throat Infirmary Melbourne. Adjusts Spectacles to Sight. -. CHnMUltingßoonMhM^eßn-jpoet, 4fl()fc%»§. '



ARCH. CLARK & SONS, WAREHOUSEMEN, MANUFACTURERS OP ZEALANDIA HOSIERY— GIRLS' AND WOMEN'S HOSE, MEN'S HALF-HOSE, and BOYS' THREE-QUARTER HOSE, MADK FROM NEW ZEALAND AND IMPORTED YARNB THRESH MALTED PHOSPHATES. AICKIN'3 " INFANT'S FOOD. After Barok Lkibiq's Recipe. Guaranteed pure as mode from local cereals. IN lu>. CANISTERS, PRICE Is. Thin food approaches more closely the oompo iltion of mother's milk than uuy oner. THE PHARMACY, QUEKN-STREKT. TOOK- f\ U T FOB THE BLUE BOOT 1 ! BLUE BOOT ! ! BLUE BOOT ! X LAST WEEK ! LAST. WEEK ! OF Q. BROOKES'S GREAT SALE OF BOOTS & SHOES! BOOTS & SHOES! BOOTS & SHOKS! BOOTS & SHOES! BOOTS & SHOES! BOOTS & SHOES I GREATER REDUCTIONS THAN EVER. POSITIVELY LAST WEEK. ALL GOODS MUST BE SOLD. C. BROOKES bogs to inform his Customers and tho Publio generally that ho has DISPOSED OF THK GOOD-WILL AND FITTINGS TO Mb J. C. SMITH, of Upper Quoon-et'., And hopes ho mar 'hnro the putronatto s liberally HCCorikdhlmdurtrjK hid 19 yeans in tho trauu. (\r>. inny i'.l»o .Vul that Mr 3inlt.!< li«» secured tliaeiTvicos of lißj late Asaistuat,«) that (.'us tonitsra will raool vrith tho same civility tititl otu'ntion aa hvreuuon:. C, BROOKES, BUUS BOOT, QUKKN-STHEBiT, AUCKLAND. C. BROOKEB will pay all out-stondlng Ac counts on on before 22nd August, 1885; and also expoots all Book-dobts to be paid to him In the same space of timo. C. BROOKES. LAWN-MOWING MACHINES, SHARPENED, By Spoolal Btoam Machinery, At Gbeatly Reduced Phices. Gnarontoed to work equal to new, J. STONE, ENGINEER, MANUKAU ROAD, Newmarket. (£ b a r t l c t t, » 151, QUEBN-STRKKT. Chronometers, Watohns. Clocks, and Jewel lery In great variety, and made to order or repalren; Poesy, Motto, Engagement and Wed ding Rings. Orders by post carefully executed. Itf O T I C E*. As Dr. Richardson is leaving Auckland, all Accounts owing to him are required to be paid forthwith at the Residence, Karaugahape Road, otherwise they will be placod in tho hands of a solicitor for recovery; and all Acoounts owing by him are required to be Bent in forthwith. Karangahape Road. August 17.1884. DR. G. TOUSSAINT GIRDLER, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON (Late in practice in Victoria-street, London), Having commenced practice In Auokland. may be consulted daily. At Home-8 till 8.30 a.m., 1 till 2 p.m., and 6 till 8 every evening. In Town (at Kintf and Bonn', Chemists, Queen ttrflet)—lo till lla.m. RESIDENCE— Westminster Loduk, Kybor Puss. Two doors from Symonds-Btroet.



The boxing match between R. Matthews and W. Wilkinson for £30 a-side3and the Championship of Now Zealand takes place to-night in the Lome street Hall. Mat thews second is his backer, James Rigby, while J. Montague acts aa second for Wilkinson. H. Morris will be timekeeper, and George Belcher referee. His Lordship BJshop Cowie will hold a confirmation service this evening, in All Saints' Church, Ponsonby, at half-past seven o'clock. Wo would call attention to the extensive Bile of English furniture, comprising Drawing and diningrooni suites, dining tables, oval and 100 tables, black and gold overmantels, oil paluliugs, and, in fact, almost every description ot furniture, to \>e hold to-morrow at li o'clock, at the mart of B. Tonks and Co. Tho goods being now on view, and for poiritive sale, are woll worthy of tho inspection of those requiring really first-olaes furniture. Malarial Fever.—Malarial fevers, constipa tion, torpidity of the liver and kidneys, general lability, nervousness and neuralgio ailments yield readily to this great disease conqueror, Hop Bitters. It repairs the ravages of disease by converting the food Into rich blood, and gives new life and vigour to the a^ed and in firm. See. Wilson's Hydraulic and Shell Lime, Salt and Fresh Sand, Bricks, Pipoß, etc. Concrete is fireproof, rap'dly built, cheap, dry, and strong. Ask owners of conoroto buildings. Why have muddy yards, weedy paths, and bad water when conoreto is so cheap? Informationfroe. All Mahurangi limes are not alike. Quality never eacrifloed to price.—J. Wilson and Co., ■ Customs-street West.- [Advt.] What an immense improvement ! ! Why, I did not«.thlnk there was snoh a lareo Show Room In Auckland I Bach are tho remarks'now bolng made by. Visitors as they imzu upon tho StooK i,f Furnishing Goods In the extensive premises of Garllck & Cranwell. House ESjrnlsi>Brß.-{ADVT,J v v a-hot*