Monthly -Summary,

The Auckland Star.

VOL. XVIfl.--.No, 308.

AUCKLAND, N.Z., SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 188 T.

PRICE-ONE PENtfY

TABLE TALK.

;—<» A Happy New Year to-all. . > Lots of amusements. \ Also prayer-meetings to-night. "The Messiah" at the Choral Hall to-: morrow. . i Sacred concert by the Moha\k: Minstrels to-morrow evening. Trout are thriving well in Ta% n ga dis trict. \ , The codliii moth is destroying thy pp i es in Waikato. There was a "short sharp shock" o f earthquake at Wellington yesterday jriy.1 ing. The general property tax is made paj\ able on the 31sb of January. I- A. new paper, "The Mail," has be<m started at Tauranga. MrWifcheford pays £101 10s per annum; for the right to erect advertising boards ab railway stations on Auckland railways. Mr il. Walpole, the promoter and former, manager of the Te Awamatu Cheese Factory, .' died recently in Australia. ; William Esky, alias "old Ned," cele-1 brated the close of the year by hanging, himself near Hokitika. > Carder Bros, and Co., of Ponsonby Pottery, are patentees of improvements in, making junction with drain-pipes. ; 2,903 cwt of rabbits were imported into the United Kingdom for the one week end ing sth November of this year. • j A groom named Jas. Moore has just died at Dunedin from injuries inilictel on nim by a bolting horse about a month ago. The Taupiri Extended Coal Company are1 ' ttie successful tenderers for the supply of; coal for the Railway Department at. 5s per, ton. , j ■ Mi Geo. Morris, of Symonds-street, is the inventor of a new water-filter, which he' calls "The Morris Purifier." Coaching competition is very keen on the' Rotorua-Qxford coach road, and it is said the rival lines will not refuse 5s to carry a passenger over the long distance. From the recent performance of *' Rob Roy " by members of the Auckland Burns Club, a sum of £17 11s 3d, the net pro ceeds, has been handed over to the hall building fund. }■ To-night is the Scottish feast of "Hog manay." In Scotland, bands of children will be marching about singing— " Got up, quid wife, and shake your feathers: Dinna think that we are beggars; We're boys and girls come out to play, . I And ask you for oui Hogmanay!" Mr Malfroy, the able engineer of the Rotorua water-works, bas been offered the , managership of a Company having for its i object the diversion of the Molyneux River,: Otago. The bed of this river is believed to be fabulously rich in gokl deposits, and the Company intend diverting the water, and reaching the mine of wealth in its bed. Mr Herbert, factory manager for the: New Zealand Timber Company, is seeking letters pateut for an improved method oi fixing glass in roofs and walls of vineries, hothouses, and skylights. The woman, Dalziel, who drowned her boy and tried to drown herself in the Rakaia River, Canterbury, on Thursday last, has been in a state of coma ever since.. She was removed to the Ashburton Hospital yesterday. £ This is the season when the man who " bats a two hours' innings in-the cricketing! field is considered to be of rar mores im-;k portance than the mun who make a five hours' speech in Parliament. And the pro babilities are that he is. «



$ our Shipping Advertise ments, Notices t>f Excur sions, etc.,appearto-night on page 2.^ I "\ ~~^ Wanted. rifANTED. — What should we all do W these hard times without Dampier's Establ|^od24 year^ frfANTED, a clean Boy; apply at once W -Mr Hy. Wensor, Sugar Works Restau- Htnt. Chelsea. \ITANTED, respectable youncr Man for \\ thebutchoring business-Apply atonco, jjtj, Harker, Great North Road. TTTANTED, General Servant. — Apply VV after 6 p.m. to Mrs Ihompson, Hepburn (corner of Selwyn-street). TTTANTED, Waiter.- Apply D. Conner, y T Customs-street hast. ANTED, steady Lad or Man ; one tised to express work and ply for hire.— Apply Truoman, Swanson-street (top house). TTTANTED, by a Married Couple (no W encumbrances) a Situation on farm or private place. —Apply Star Office. WANTED, by a really splendid Female Cook, a Situation in Town.— Hannaford's incklaridßeg^ryJe^bJlishjed^years). W ""ANTED, an Unfurnished Room, with fireplace.—Address H., Etruria House, Kent-street, Surrey Hills. ANTED. Furnished Cottage or Aparfc ments at Lake Takapuna. — Address f,0., Box 21_> ~ ANTED to Buy, Sootm any quantity. -Apply, stating price, to Market Stables. WANTED to SELL, useful Pony ; also Hack, saddle and bridle. Both quiet; will carry a lady; trial allowed.—Apply J. or G Sage, K-imctt-street. WANTED to Let, 4-roomed House with scullery; oven, register grate, every eonrenience. garden full of vegetables; rent, ss. Apply John Porter, Richmond Road. ANTED, Purchaser for first-class Singer Sewing Machine; hand and treadle, nearly new; £3. Also, Wanzer Tre-dle £L Both in perfect working order. Also, Hooded Perambulator; fourwhcels.nearly new; 158.-Scott, Machinist, Victoria-street West. WANTED TO PURCHASE, a Mistress Cooking Range, with oven and boiler ; must be in good condition. State price and nnmber.—Apply Thos. Faulder, Newton. WANTED, Ladies to buy one yard wide Cream Flouncing Lace. Is 6J/1 : Nuns' i Veiling, yard wide, in all colours. : s o}d per yard.—C. Hopkins, London House Vjcl' ma and Selaon-strpota. W" 'ANTED SEEN.-H. LTlWneskie's Advertisement over Leader In to-day's ißsne. WANTED KNOWN- Th. «■• J. and J. IJfifeefs si^Qucen-strcet, have redneed kprtces-atrTrigr this montli (a single article at S^frhplcsalo price) in Table Knives in Ivory, Bone, and Ivoride. WANTED~KNOWN. — Something to Make Onq Look Cheerful. See the Special and Splend d Show that D. McPherson is making for the Christmas and New Year. Prices never so low, and Bargains for Every one, at his Establishment, Karnngahapo Road. WANTED KNOWN, th7t J. and J. Dickey, 234, Queen-street, have reduced prices during this month (a single article at Vholeaale price) in Lock3—Rim, Pad, Dead, and Drawback. WANTED KNOWN. — Special Cheap Lines for Christmas. —Ladies' lace Sunshades, 2s lid. Just received, another let of Sample Corsets, the cheapest lot ever offered.—C. Hopkins, London House, Viotoria and Nelson Streets^ W' ANTEITKNOWN—That J. and X Dickey, 234, Queen-street, have reduced prices during this month (a slnerle article at wholesale price) in Preserving Pans, Filters, and Watering Pots. ANTED KNOWN.—How to spend a ■Merry Christmas? Answer: By buying TBnr Drapery, for the festive season at D. McPherson's, Karangahape Road. Splendid assortment in all Departments and at very low prices to meet the times. ANTED KNOWN, that J. and J. Dickey, 234. Queen-street, have reduced prices during this month (a single article at wholesale price) in Electro Plated Cruets, 4, 5, and 6 glass. 'ANTED KNOWN.—For the conveni ence of our lady customers we have fitted up a Ladies* Fitting-room in first-class style, where they will receive every attention ; also, accommodation for children.—At Budge's Boot Shop, 108, Victoria-street <near Hobson-street). WANTED KNOWN, that J. and J. Dickey, 234, Queen-street, have reduced prices during this month (a single article at wholesale price) in Carvers, Bread Knives, and Steels. WANTED KNOWN—Cheap Cash Sale for Christmas and New Year of Fnncy Wnrk of every description, suitable for Christ mas Presents.—Mrs Viunro, Fancy Depository, Ponaonby Road, opposite Surrey Hills. ANTED KNOWN—That J. and J. Dickey, 234, Queer-Btreet. have reduced prices during this month (a single article at wholesale price) in Fancy Bird Cages, Fly 1 raps, and Tea Trays. — ANTED KNOWN. — Christmas Dresses half-price at D. McPherson's, Karangahapo Roa^ . ANTED~kN OWN—That J. and J. Dickey, 234, Qneen-strcet. hjive reduced prices during this month (a singe article at ■wholesalo price) in Saucepags, Boilers, ana Kettles. . W" ANT ED KNOWN; — Pianofortes Tuned, 53.-G. Hood, Norman-street, Mount Roskill Road. Orders received by Mr Finch. Stationer, Queen-street 'ANTED KNOWN—That J. and .T. Dißkey,2S4, Queen-street, have reduced pnc«Fdnrin_ tW» month (a single article at wholesale price) in Hair Brooms, Cloth, Shoe, Hair and Paint Brushes. \]^"A^TED"]KNbWN.-All sizes in our '-afjw «6iefl Met*_nicV;Mole'■Trttus'ere (with rule pockets), now in stock.—S. E. Cooper, Clothier, Queen street. W" ANTED KNOWN.-Best Stock in Auckland of Beautifully Illustrated and Elegantly Bound Books, suitable for Christmas and New Yenr Presents. Many at leas than half published price. Inspection invited. Books bought or exchanged.—Henry Shaw, near the Stak Oltlce, Shortland-street. WANTED KNOWN.—"Mr T. Horle Giles, certificated teacher N.Z. PMuea tion Department and Professor of Writing, begs to announce that his writing rooms are closed for the Christinas vacation. Mr Giles will re ceive new pupils (ladies and gentlemen, youths »™ -Tls. on and after Thursday, January sth, 1838, at his Evening Class Rooms, No. 3, Vic toria-street Bast, and private pupils (during day time) at Odsall House Vincent-street iPitt rtreet). Good writing guaranteed in twelve les Bons of one hour each. See numerous testi monials and opinions of the Press. Youths who are about entering upon a business career coached in all subjects and fitted for commercial ufe. Terms on application. "VITANTEDKNOWN.—Just received,ex "T. Kaikoura. New Silver Jewellery, jn wuding: Children's Bangles; beautiful for y-istnias presents.—Seo them at Goodsons *£j»on Arcade. WANTED KNOWN—I am prepared to „ , take in pawn Pianos, Harmoniums, HijtesofFurnitu'e. Money Lent on Personal «w Collateral Security. Bills discounted.— Jau.es ltae_KHlott-atreet. _______ WANTED KNOWN, that J. and J.; Dickey, 234, Queen-street, have reduced prices during this month (a singlo article at Cand! ? \ 6> iD Table Laiup3 ' Luntoi-na, and X\f ANTEDrkNOWN---l"wilTgive £1 to Jl v the first person who does not think my wax Dolls (with hair) 12 inches long, 12 for Is j Victor! B*rwill-~^ Dam pier's Only Shop, *W ANTE D~ X NOW N — .: first-class photography AT MILLION PRICES! Cnrte de Visites .. 5h por half-dozen C-MnoUi .. ~ .. 15s per dozen Inspection fepited at ARNOLD'S (formerly Rcdieru's),



-—- TOUTED Gentlemen to Buy Men's Suits, 2is"' e£w ouJ ers;. 6s na' Men's Tweed Prices forVhr 9 *s Scarfs- 6A each- Special House, Vletori»^ nai BK-7 C" H °Pkin3. L^do a te^T^—-——£__!______!?__treots* WANTED KNOWKHAU Ladies and before oS me, n in _ town for the Holidays, McPherso v« elsewhere, should call at D mont & Drapery and Clothing Establish »L^^^a-_ssr ho gives WANTED KNOWN, that J. and j? prices fl«ri«y;, 2?'1 Queen street, havereduced Hi 1 ™"«? *M? month (a single article at Coffee Pots?^ 1U Britannia Metal Tea and W^JTEDKNOWN-SantaClaus. New Chrtetma* e? p Dolls- and Good 3 suited f°r gjg&gjgmg dehe greatest Yariety> at W^NTEEnCNOWN-Thafc J. and jT prices drirw, 34* Queen-street, have reduced ffiiii-^3^??111 (a single article at ScytK } Hay Forks- Rakeßt and W'AlrainrKNOWN.-—Tailore' Trim right kinT« tk T^1 eds. and Coatings of the bo hnri 1 thf, right price, for Cash Only, can Iv_SejgLt!^ Im Porter--A- L<™'T. "WAOTEETKNOWN-That J. andT Prices rl«i?^ y;,3-34' Queen-street, have reduced &™n? tins month (a single article at Forks pnCO) inS Pades. Shovels, and Digging T¥fA£TED ¥NoWN—Watch Glasses _omn.«_^i: 3? cao,n; charges for watch repairs chemn l£ Vat maker or where bought, equally 3" Boft workmen kept on the premises. Ar- SS_^^ B mad£ to turn out 156 repairs per itA^^A watcnes cleaned are guaranteed at KvhThft• "_?°« and Co- s cat English Watch inhibition. 94, Quoen-streer. T^ANTED KNOXVN~that J. and^X ™- Dickey, 234, Q.ucen-street, have reduced prices during this month (a singlo article at S^Boxe? 6* iR Travclliag Trunkß and \^T ANTED KNOWN. — 33J per cent. v V allowed off marked price" of Account Books of every description. Notepaper, En t «P es;n I f S k l.and all Ofllco Requisites; also off .Letts 1888 Diaries. Such an opportunity to purchase first-class goods at such ridiculous prices seldom occurs. It will pay you to visit the sale of White's Bankrupt Stock, Qiicen-st. WANTED KNOWN—That J. and J. Dickey, 234, Queen street, have reduced prices during this month (a singlo article at wholesale price) in Fenders, Fire-irons, and Umbrella Stands. WANTEITkNOWN.—3,OOO Novels to choose from, at 8d each.—Foot of Wako fleld-street. WANTED~EfNOWN— Don't purchase your Christmas and New Year Cards until you .have seen the splendid display at the Sale of White's Bankrupt Stock, Qucen-stroet. Immense selection, all Half-price. WANTED Known—That J. and J. Dickey, 234, Queen-street, have reduced prices during this month (a single article at wholesale price) in Galvanised Tubs, Buckets, Coal Boxes, and Water Cans. WANTED KNOWN. — The cheapest and largest Library in Auckland; 2d to read any book—Mutcalfe's, foot of Wakefiold- Etreet. , \I7' ANTED KNOWN^-That M. Tobin's, v T Karangahape Road, is the cheapest house in the city for Christmas and New Year Gifts; inspection invited. ANTED KNOWN. — Men's, Boys', and Youths' Clothing. Hats, Mercery, &c, half-price.—At D. McPhcrson's, Karanga hapo Road. W~ ANTED KNOWN. —We always take the lead in Toys for Christmas. Sco our stock before purchasing elsewhere.—Mctcalfo's, foot of Wakcflcld-streer. WANTED" KNOWN — For Hire,, Yachts and Boats, at James Clare's, bottom of St. Mary's Koad, Ponsonby, 3 min utes' walk from Three Lamp 3, Tram cars pass every half-hour. A , .'N T E D- Ladies to see the following cheap lines: Ostrich Tips, 6d each Long Ostrich Flats, Is 6d to 2s 6d Picnic and Garden Hats. 6d ' ■ - Coloured Spanish Lace, 4-Jd Oriental Lace, from 2Jd Oriental Lace, wide, 5d to 7d Sample Hosiery, striped and plain, 5Jd to 9d Children'sSatinandLaceSunßhadesfrom2slld Ladies' Satin and Lace Sunshades from 5s 6d Sample Corseis, stylish makes, splendid valuo W. P. OGIL VI E, VICTORIA - STREET WEST. Agent for Btjtterick's Patterns. W~A~N TED KNOW N. GREGORY, Of THREE LAMPS, PONSONBY ROAD. Is now issuing his well-known Photographs at followingra*,es :-Plain Cabinets, P?r doz, IBs, extra finished and onnme led 245; Plain Cartel T>er doz, 9a: extra finished and enamelled, 123. Appointments made by letter or telegram. Tramcars pass the dooi\ "VISTANTED KNOWN—That the public ,V V can obtain First-class CARTES-DE-VISITR. 10s per doz. CABINETS at 15s per dozen. A complete fac simile guaranteed. Enlargements from small Photographs artisti cally finished. \V H. T. PARTINGTON, Grey-street (op2p_i^Market-street Hotel)__ :^T7 rX-r_ r ß D KN O WN. — For W NEVV YEAR'S GIFTS GOOD £Sf thp season. We add prices of *a. f^UnL 6 in our^Cheap Stock but to enumerate KNOWN— Wono Gono & \V Co 37 Grey street (two doors, abore *S?«^« thoirTc*B "d Coffee. T7 r~vr7r~\V~\T XJtrrX^ E D__ KNOW N. -*^__WBSpra^' vicroßiA SJg^. CHß ßv \__ N O W X. JUST OPENED (Ex Direct Steamer). _ From 263 to 9s 6d. D R E S sllA KING A. L O V E T T, Wellesley-streefc. W Boys' Own Annual, handsonw reduced to 6s lid ; new Volume o^ v Latoßfc only 3s 6d ; Chatterbox AnnuaU « Co^ number of Tales, splendid Young Ladies' Journal. 6d .', spwnn m^ oa(;h Christmas P^ n c d nf neo f Prayer »'l d Novels from 4d *™^.«22 Av££ B nto : splef' d Queen-street.



Wanted. "AII7"ANTED Known —That J. and J. ,T T Dickey, 234, Queen-street, have reduced priceg during this month (a single article at ■wholesale prices) inMilk Pans, Churns, Strainers, dftid Buckets. A MAN, who has had 17 years at sea in _rs_ different capacities, seeks employment; ereryproof of character, etc.—" F.," Star Office. USINESS cares render a stimulant essentially necessary—Wombs Schnapps is the stimulant that should be taken. /COOPERS wanted ; must be thoroughly V 7 competent in brewers' work aid wine cask making; constant work for good men.—A. W. Corniack, Sydney. Concertinas, violins, Pianos, etc., \J repaired cheap and well; Bowsro-haired. JEW. T. Sly, Regent-Htree^Newton Road.' TTXPERfENCED Man, of good ability JPA and character, seeks a Situation of trust; good security given.—T., Star Office. IF there is any one who wants to give a Christmas Box to their son, let them call and get a Watertmry Watch for nothing, at J. H. Dalton's. Viotoria-ste.eet East. » jP»Q—Cheap Harmoniums, specially 3& ** strong and handsome cases.—At Oak iioi.se, Hobson-street. E ARE~THE CHEAPEST. 501b bags good Flonr, 5s 2d 251bs best Oatmeal, 2s 6d 31b good Candles for Is lcwt good Canterbury Potatoes, 3u 6d 21b tin Mixed Biscuits, Is ■ Best Fresh Butter, 6d Fresh Eggs, 8d per dozen Bottle splendid Tomato Sauce, 64 Good Coffee, Is 4d Teas, Is 4d, Is Bd, Is lOd Pure Indian Tea, 2s per lb EARLE AND MONTGOMERY, Karanoahapb Road. T 1 A, £16, and £18 Piano on Sale at JIJJL" Oak Houae, Hobson-street. Special ■*-©*!«»»»£«_*■ MENT To His Excellency the Governor. WS. ' EVANS, • TUNER and REGULATOR of PIANOS and HAKMONIUMS, Park House, Ponsonby. and 212. Queen-street (opposite McArthu r'sK "TjE^NO EXHIBITION.—Prize Medal JL Pianos by Foerster.- Lonrion and Berlin Piano Co, cornor of Hobaon and Cook-streets. CZ To Let^ TO LET, at Te Aroha, near the baths, a Partly Furnished Cottage, threo rooms, 10s. roe week. TO LET. a comfortable Cottage in Avon streot, live minutes'walk from Post-ofllco. —Apply Mr H. S. Canham, Symonda-strect (oppo site City Road). 0 LET, Corner Shop, 5 rooms ; rent, 10a; two 5-rooniod Houses; rent, 7s.— Apply T. Harper. Canadti-stroet, close to Baths, Pitt street. TO LET, 4-roomed Cottage, in Vicfcoria street; also. 3-r'iomed Cottage in Lorne strcet.—A. Wright, Toy Shop, Victoria-street Wost TO LET in best part of Karangahape Road, 2 good Shops, one suitable for pork butcher; rent very moderate.—Apply _arlo and Montgomery. OTLETT^ur-ished, a Cottage of three rooms; suitable for nmrritd couple, or two Indies; every convenience.—Apply C. Lalloche, Kyber Pass. PT*O LET, 5-roomed House ; gas and water, JL gas stove, bathroom and wash-house.— Apply F. Moore, Boot and Shoe Emporium. Karnnsrahape Road: or Mrs Fellowcs, Park Road, near Cricket Ground. TO LET, Cambria House, Vincent-st., containing 10 rooms, bath, water, and every convenience; unsurpassed view of harbour.—Apply M. H. Keesing, 62, Victoria-st. TO LET, in Victoria Avenue, Remuera, the property known as " Fairfleld," con sisting of 7-roomed residence and 10 acres of land.—W. and J. Frator, Land Agents, Auck land. _ TO BE LET, Brighton, Parnell, a com modious 10-roomed House, with stable, coach-house, and all necessary outbuildings. Water and gas laid on.—Apply to J. Friar Clarke, No. 21, New Zealand insurance Build ings, Queen-street. TO~~LET, a very comfortable Family Residence, containing nine rooms with every convenience for a family, coach house, stable, etc. House stands in two acres of orna mental grounds, within easy distance of Queen street. Rent 30a per weok.posseHsion Ist January 1888.—Apply to Vailo and Douglas, Land and Estate Agents, Shortland-street lANO EXHIBITION.—Prize Medal Pianos by liupfer & Co., Ztntj.— London and Berlin Piano Co., corner Hobson & Cook-st. ! • Public Notices. i __ ■ ' nnHE DEVONPORT FERRY CO. jl WILL RUN THREE STEAMERS DIRECT TO THE MEN-O'-WAR, TO-MORROW (Sunday) AFTERNOON, KKOM. 1.30 TO 5 P.M. J. P. D. BAKER, Traffic Manager D.S.F. Co. t~anl)~transfer~act*'n6tices! Notice is hereby given that the parcel of Land hereinafter described will be brought under the provisions of the Land Transfer Act, 1885 unless caveat in the meantime be lodged forbidding the same on or before the 31st day °£JLAUReS~ DAVID NATHAN and NATHAN ALFRED NATHAN-Allot ment 129, of the Parish of Mahurangi, containing 1,175 a3r lisp. Unoccupied. gS^i^ W^S£?m_t the Lands Registry Office, qgftfeg^^ District Land Registrar. >=tAFE RESTAURANT FRANCA'IS. WHARF HOTEL. The Largest Assorted Bill of Fare in Town. Breakfast—B to 10 o'clock a.m. Luncheon. 12 to half-past 2 p.m. Tea, 5 p.m. Luncheon from 11 a.m. on racing days. Service a La Carte from 11 a.m. Private Dinners Served in Special Rooms. p PIC, Proprietor. JI~B olfßWs"T JI FOR SALE BY JtICHARD A. CaRR, 16, Fort-street, AUCKLAND. Agent for th« XT SYDNEY BONE MILLS, "j J pipO^RAVEIiERS AND TOURISTS. v»rw«?FNTS FOR HOME.—Very handsome ___Jd__ble Tops. Cabinets, Inlaid Jewel Cases. etc all made from rare and picked pieces of New Zealand's rich forest timbers. The above Roods are preatly admired at Home. Very cheap, and carefully packed. w NO RRIE, Que^n-street (Opposite Wyndham-street). rw^TfE^Bi^estl-ifcerary Shilling's Worth JL In Australasia-Brett1 8 Auckland Almanac, Illustrated. ■?•»_*#,



For Sale. FOR SALE', Lathe; 4i centre, screw cutting, 4ft gap bed, and" planing attach ment ; first-class condition.—Apply Star Office. F"~ ' OR^ALTe, Men's Serge Suits at 29s 6d, Best valuo in Auckland.—S. E. Cooper, Clothier, Queen-street. OR SALE, cheap, 16 feet Open Pulling Boat, with sail, in good order.—Apply Wynyard House, Eden Croscent. FOR SALE, a 5-roomed house in city for Bs. per week; no deposit.; good leasehold, 21 years with right of removal.—Address, N.Z., Newton Post Office. OR SALE, 80-acre Farm, at Albert land, overlooking Wellsford, water front age; 40 acres of wnich are in grass, the remainder being mixed bush; a four-roomed house thereon.—For particulars apply to Frank Rushbrook, Brunnerton, Greymo'uth. FOR SALE, a bargain, a second-hand Pony Phaeton, in first-class order; also, staunch Cob Pony, quiet to ride or drive, and superior harness, together or seperate; also, Rincrie and Double Bugles, Waggonettei aivi L' dies' Phaetons, new and aecond-hand.-]2 iw in Jrtarvie, Upper Symonds-utreet. FOR SALE, a Handsome Villa Resi dence, with _ye acres of Land, consisting of orchard, garden, and three paddocks laid down in grass, upon the main road, Epsom.' For absolute sale, the Owner leaving for England early in the new year.—For particulars apply to W. Aitken, Shortland-street. ■ FOR SALE or to Let, a House with either 6 or 13 acres: water frontage to Shoal Bay. on the Lake Roaid ; 'Busses pass several times a day ; 3 miles ifrom Dovonport wharf. This property haß a beautiful view and is planted with shelter trees.—Apply to M. T. CLAYTON, 27, Insurance Buildings. Tjl 6" R SALE. Coal, Firewood, Charcoal, Chaff, Oats, Maize, Chrushed Do., Wheat Meal. Furniture care fully removed at Lowest Rates. Saddle Horsos for hire. Also a Brake for Picnic Parties, etc. SAMPSON M. PRATT, Corner of Ponsonby and Franklin Roads. _ __ _ ALE THE SPLENDID ESTATE KNOWN AS AVONDALE PARK. Containing 130 acres, only ih miles from Auck land by a good metalled roaft. A good oppor tunity for acquiring villa sites, etc. Soil suitable topiofltablowork for market gardening, being only five minutes' walk from railway station, and omnibuses running to and from the city every hour. Will be sold in lots of one acre and upwards. Termaliberal. Title. Land Transfer Act. Apply to HESKETH, AITKEN, & CO., Auctioneers. Or to JOHN BOLLARD. Avondale. TjT6~R PRIV AT B SALE. PINE ISLAND, Waitkmata Harbour. This splendid land-locked Island, containing upwards of 100 acres, on the upper waters of the Waitemata. Deep water frontage. Situa tion unsurpasaod, being surrounded t>y Hobson villc. Oroonhythe. and VValpareiraSettlements, opposite Lucas Creek, in clcga proximity to Auckland, being only an hour's sail from wharf to wharf. Two sJoaniers constantly passing. Improvements consist of good 3-roomod House, two Orchards, Garden, iind about 6,000 Shelter Trees. The whole must be seen to bo appro ciatcd. . ~ , , For cards to view and further particulars aPplyt° GEO. COZENS. Agent, High-street. Tjl OR Qj A L E— COMMODIOUS SUBURBAN SEASIDE RESIDENCE. OHINEMURI ANT) THAMES RIVERS JUNCTION.—2S Acres. OHINEMURI.—A Highly Cultivated Farm on the banks of the river, with every accomoio dation. KAWA KA WA.—7l Acres on the bank of the river. NORFOLK - STREET.—Several Allotments. BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE, on the train-car line, Ponsonby; quite secluded. KARANGAHAPE ROAD. - A First-rate Property Investment. AVONDALE.—Farm, 19 acres. AVONDALE.—Choice Land, from 1 to 30-acre lots. TAUHOA FARM, 160 acres; Wharf and Gum Store on the property. FRANKLIN ROAD. — Shop ans House Property. APPLY TO JOHN BUCHANAN, Coustoms-stroet. UCAS'S GREEK, 47 acre 3of Land for pale, very cheap, all ploughable, fronts Main North Road, plentiful supply of water.— C. Williamson, Land Agent, 83, Queen-street. jT»i> p* —Nl-WTIANOS, cheapest line "^v -V O imported.—At Webb and Co.'s, Oak House. . ~&*y{ _ CASH will purchase the Lease, 9Cf i " V Improvements, and Stock of a pretty, seaside Farm of 30 acres; volcanic land, plenty of wood and water, long lease, low rent, 20 acres grass ; 35 miles from town.—Apply \V. Smith, Star Bakery, Victoria-street. /"CAMERA FOR SALE.—HaIf-plate Set, \y consisting of Roucho's Patent Camera, three Double Slides, one Single Slide, Hare's Changing Box and Slide (holding one dozen plates), Diillmeycr's No. 1 Wide-angle Land scape Lens, Tripod Stand, and Solid Leather Case. Price. Fourteen Guineas.—Apply G. REDFERN, Thames. mo SEEDSMEN AND OTHERS. On hand, a few Bales (assorted sizes) of Superior Seed Bags.--Apply Star Office. N SALE AND FOR HIRE, Screw Jacks, 9,12,16, and 20 inches. For Sale, 9 and 3 h.p. Portable Engines, Mortar Mills, etc. —Jas. Slator, Architect, Canada_Buildings. TpHXNO EXHIBITION. —Pianos by B Pollini, Hamburg.—London and Berlin Piano Co., corner of Hobson and Cook-streets. NDER the patronage of the Nelson Band to-night, on board the p.B. Eagle, to night. BONES.— Our price, delivered at the Works. Railway Wharf, in quantities not less than half-a-con, is £4 16s 6d per ton : or, £6 pp.rton at Chemical Works, Westfleld Siding, Owhuhu. Bags supplied or returned to Port or Rail Station.—Freezing: Company, Auck land and Weatfleld has" will iam so n House, La_d and Estate Agent,B3, Queen street, opposite Fort-street, has always for Sale, and to Let. large and small Houses in the City, Suburbs, and Country Districts; also. Farms, improved and unimproved, in various parts of the province. Several Eligible Building Allotments for Sale in the City and Suburbs, Cor cash or .on deferred payments. MONEY TO LEND In large or small sums at current rates oC interest. Volunteer Notices- DISTRICT ORDERS. Militia and Volunteer Office. Auckland, Dec. 30,1887. Consequent on instructions received from the Defence Oltlce. the examination of Cpptains and Hubaltems will take place on the 25th January, 1888, instead of the date previously no'ifled. T. VIRET SHEPHERD, Lieut.-Col. Commanding Di3tric__ I^TEWTON RiFLES~~wiJI muster on JLY SUNDAY (New Year's Day), at 10.30 a.m., at Ponsonbv Reservoir for Church Parade; 2so. 3 Garrison "Band will attend.—John Robertson, Captain, .. . • \ ■'••f i „■ £



Public Notices. £50 Rj; wAR D ROBBERY OF YACHT, &C. The above Howard will be paid for informa tion which wilt loud to the arrest and conviction of the persons who have broken into yachts Rita, Maritana, and for the Recovery of yacht MaUm- T. HENDERSON^ PUBLIC NOTICE. — £25 Promissory Note.-Francis W. Stevens left the P.N. in question (one of many others) at my Office for Discount, previously borrowing cash to pay for Bill Forms. Hitherto he has not requested its withdrawal. Stevens can obtain the Note on demand.—M. FROST, High-street. itr o t i .c c. I will not bo responsible for any Debts con tracted by my Wife, Ada Margaret Tukner, who has left her home without my consent. Kaeo. WILLIAM TURNER._ PIANO EXHIBITION — Prizo Meda; Pianos by Monington & Weston. London. London & Berlin Piano Co., corner of Hooson aud C'ook-Btreots. *^^^*> /"IITY OF AUCK i' k —4^hfziß4& \_/LAND TRAMWAYS 2-im™«wBBaHi«» COMPANY (Limited;. j NOTICE. Tho Tlme-tabln of the above Company will be Suspended on both Circuits on MONDAY and TUESDAY, 2nd and 3rd January, 1888, for the purpose of running a fastor service. College Hill 'Buses will not runon Monday and Tuesday, 2nd and 3rd January, 1888. Onkhunga 'Buses will run the ordinary Mon day's Time-tablo on Monday and Tuesday, 2nd and 3rd January, 1888. Racks.—A 'Bus will leave Onehunga for the Racecourse, Ellerslie, on Monday, the 2nd prox. St. Helier's 'Bus will run as usxial on Monday and Tuesday, 2nd and 3rd January. JAS. B. MALCOLM, General Manager. OME and see the Old Year out and the, Now Year in, to-night on board the p.s. Ea gl o. _______ - Tt>IANO Exhibition -Prize Medal Pianos A Ajello. nmker to the King of Italy. London & Berlin Piano ImportingCo, Corner Hobson st. ST. ALBAN'S CHURCH SALE OF WORK. On SATURDAY, 31st inst.aSalo of Work will be hold in Mr A. Buckland s shop, Queen-street (opposite Messrs Upton and Co.'s), commencing at 2 pm. In the evening the remaining goods will be sold by Public Auction to the highest bidder. They comprise durable Fancy Cushions, Mats, Baby Linen, Ladies' Clothing, Gents Smoking Caps, Oil Paintings, etc., etc., thework of ladies in the Mount Roskill district, and wil prove to be bona fide value for the prices marked. Tho committee hope that Church pcoplo and the general public will patroniae this Sale of Work, and thus help in a laudable' effort to extinguish the Church Debt. Reftash I monta. Admission Sixpenoe. PIANO EXHIBITION — Prize Medal Pianos by Kohl, Hamburg.—London and Piano Co, corner of Hobaon and Cook-streeta. DANCING on board tho p.e. Eagle to night. A UCKLAND HARBOUR BOARD. M~ NOTICE RE BY-LAWS. Harbour Board Office, Auckland, December 29,188?. Notice is hereby given t'ant the By-laws adopted at a Meeting of the Board, held thi3 day, -will come intooperatiou on the Ist January, By order of the Board. J. M. BRIGHAW, Secretary. PIANO EXHIBITION. — Pianos~by Waldman. Berlin. — London and Berlin Piano Co., corner of Hobson and Cook-atrccts. IMPEY'S BANITEXCURSION, to-night on board the p.s. Kugle, 8 o'clock and 11 p.m. THOROUGH OF ~K'K\v¥oW~. In accordance with " The Dog Registration Act, 1880," and the amendments thereto, noti'-e is hereby given that the Tax on all Dogs in the above Borongh will bo Five Shillings per head for tho year commencing Ist January, until 31st December, 1888. Collars enn be obtained from the Registrar, John Creamer, Williamson Avenue, Surrey Hills. J. CURRIE. Town Clerk. Newton. Dec. 31st, 1887. o orTolTgli of parnell. NOTICE TO WATER CONSUMERS. Water Consumers are reminded that, in con formity with the Waterworks By-law, at the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date of Supply Rate being duo, and not paid, it shall be competent for tho officer of tho Corporation to cut off the supply. Also, that persons using water from the Borough Waterworks for other than domestic purposes, unless the same is supplied and paid for In terms of the Waterworks By-law, ok per mit ANY WILFUL OR UNNECESSARY WASTE OF water to take plack, arc liable to legal proceedings and to tho supply being cut off. By order. S. REYNOLDS. Town Clerk. December 31, 1887. PIANO EXHIBITION. — Pianos by Burling and Mar slold, London.- London and Berlin Piano Co., corner Hobson & Cook-sts, "DOROUG H~"O F~PA r"n E L L. " DOG RJfiGfISTRATION ACT, 1880." It is hereby notified that New Collars are ready for issue at the residence of the Registrar, Mr Henry Lit tle.iohn, Bat h-st. Fee, Six Shillings. Owners of j)ogs not obtaining Collars within fourteen days are liable toflummary proceedings. By order. S. REYNOLDS, December 31.1887. Town Clerk. lANO~~EXra¥iTION. — Pianos by Vogel, Berlin.—London and Berliu Piano Co., corner of Hobson and Cook-streets. ipiANO EXHIBITION —Pianos byj. &,L JL Hopkinson, London, -London & Berlin Piano Co., corner of Hobson and Oook-streets. ANOTHER Fact "is that "j. H. Daiton hasgiven awny 2,000 Pairs of Trousers in twelve months, and intends to try to double the number next year. KTIORDSHIP'S LARDER is "now open to the Public having been renoval c 1 throughout. Board and Residence and Boots Cleaned, 16s per week; Single Bedrooms, 4a per week; every accomodatiqn; bath (hot and cold). - D. Norden, late Woodbine Cottage, 171ISH ! FISH ! FISH !-Rakino Smoked _ Fish, wholesale in Is parcels at the boat, on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.— Address. A. Sanford. Ralrfno Island. EVY, MRS (corner of Cook and Hob son-streets), is a buyer of Household Furniture and eflects in any quantity. Cash on taking delivery. H, MOTHER ! do buy me one of those protty Trimmed Hats for 2s d 6, at C. Hopkins', London House, Victoria and Nelson streeta. T^HE AP Lines for Christmas in Clothing - \j Men's Mosgiel Suits. 33s 6d; a grand line in Men's Tweed Suits, I2s 9d and 21s; Men's Tweed Trousers and Vest, 7s lid; Men's Tweed Trousers, 3s lid; Boys' Tweed Trousers,3s6d; Youths', 38 lid; Men s Brown Cotton Socks, 3id to2Ad.—C. Hopkins. London House, corner of Nelson and Victoria-streetß. HAVE you seen the splendid Photo and Picture Frames in Melcalfe'a window, foot of Wakonold-atreet. PICNIC~BASKETS and Fancy Baskets of every description. Grand selection from la. Wicker Skirt Stands, from 3s 6d.—T. Cole. Basket Maker, Wellesley-street East. INSTALMENTS, Instalments, Instaf ments. upon Sowing Machines, Pianos, etc., must be paid promptly.—W. C. Donnes, Queen street. P" lANO EXHIBITION.—Pianoa by Mau rice and Benedetto, London.—London & Berlin Piauo Co., corner of Hobson & Cook-ats,



Amusements. ABBOTT'S AfifERA HOUSE. Lessee .. .. Mr Bland Holt Business Manager Mr W. 11. Seagravo Business Agent .. Mr W. K. Bishop Bland Holt presents Us compliments, and cordially wishe one and all A HAPPY NftW YEAR! And still they come ! Tin house again filled to the doors last night by an mthusiastic audience, who applauded to the ech> Bland Holt's great Drami ALONE IN LO NI)0 N, ALONE IN LONDON, ALONE IN LONDON, Which will be r<peated THIS (SATURDAY) EVENING, at 7.45. With complete mechanical (fleets and lovely Scenery, painted expresslyW Mr George Gordon, assisted by Mr June Peak% Prices : 4s. 2s 6d, Is.. Box Plan.t Kidd &|Wild man's. Day tickets at Scharr»r's, Queeh-st. AGRICULTURAL HALL. Proprietor.. .. Mr Joh\ Pcrman TO-NIGHT (Saturday), at Bp'clock. Mohawk^ Now in our (Minstrels Mohawk 11th | WEEK I 11th' Minstrels Mohawk M» rrr TOoter* JMinstrels Mohawk f Demon Dancers Winstrkls Mohawk j?vial Jokers;and Wstrels MohawkJ Boss Comedians. UfcrNSTrtELS Second Sacred Concert TO-Moßio\V EVENING, at 8.30. Prices: 2a, Is, and 6d. {V I T V HAIL. NEW YEAR'S EVE (TO-MORROW). GLOVE CONTEST Between JAMES SAXON AND HUGH A. McLEOD For £10 a side. Several seta-to will take place between tocal boxers. Doors open at 7,30, commencing at 8 p.m. Match commences at 9 p.m. sharp. Admission : Dress Circle, 3s; Stalls, 2s ; Pit, Is. J. D. SULLIVAN, j Tntn) . <,„, D. McKENZIE, / Jotnt Sec 9' " T7IVER of Thee I'm Fondly Dreaming!" JL_ as the Masher says about ray extra Pants.—J. H. Dalton, Tailor, Victoria-street. DAIN'S PIREWOIKS, GOVERNMENT HOUSE RESERVE. TO-NIGHT | Dec. 31 | TO-NIGHT (New Year's Eve). THIRD GRAND DISPLAY ! BRILLIANT ILLUMINATIONS, MAGNIFICENT SET PIECES, *NEW DEVICES. Immense Programme. Admission, One Shilling. One ticket admits two children. To prevent crushing at the gates, purchase your tickets in town at Messrs Kidd and Wildtnan's. Stationers ; Mr Finch's, Stationer ; Mr Upton's, Stationer; Mr Wayte's, Stationer; Messrs Partridge and Cq.'a, Tol acconists ; Mr Part ridgo's, Pipe Hospital; Mr Hazard's, Gunsmith ; and Mr Ilatswcll's, Grocer, Princes-street. F. ILLINGWORTH, Manager. T> A I N'S FIRE W0 R K~S.' FOURTH AND FINAL GRAND DISPLAY AND ILLUMINATION, MONDAY, JANUARY 2. Full particulars in Monday's papers. Owing to further engagements South, the fourth Display on Monday next will be absolutely the final one. F. ILLINGWORTH, Manager. jf»-| £\— PIANO, in good order.—To be cJ&A." seen at Oak House, Hobson-street. DON'T be afraid of a crush on board the p.s. Eagle, as both boats will be there if necessary' . I" jTXHIBITION of Glassblowing, Saturday !_ Afternoon, from 2to 6. Admission, 6d. Prizes given. Works. Freeman's Bar. Personal. INFORMATION is sought respecting Mrs Kent (nee Kato Ware), who left Eng land in'ship Piako, 1378. . Kindly communicate with Pastor T. Spurgeon, Auckland. WANTED— Would the Gentleman who bought '• The Lord's Prayer" from C.W. Clarke, Picture Frame Maker, Pitt-street, kindly call as soon as possible.as he will hear something to his advantage. ■ IF the party who has my English Trumpeter Pigeons will return them, I will reward them; if not, proceedings will be taken —Harry Niblock, Vincent Lane. WOULD the person who took the two Parcels out of the train leaving Auck land at noon on Saturday last, call at the Star Office, where he will hear about his own. THE Lady who by mistake took from the cloak room of the Opera House last night a Black Straw Hat trimmed with velvet and slate-coloured bird, is requested to leave the same at Miss McLaughlin's, Shortland-street. ERSONAL.—Those wanting a good Perambulator, should buy direct from the Factory, and support local industry.— Charles Smith, Victoria Street, near Freeman's Bay. WHY, John, this must be the shop, for it is the only place they sell such pretty trimmed Hats at 2s lid.—C. Hopkins, London House, Victoria and Nelson-streets. ATRIMONIAL. — Highly educated farmer's daughter, age 30, with means and very handsome, and who understands dairy work, la on Hannaford's lists. MATRIMONIAL.— An educated young person, age 27, who would be invaluable to a storekeeper as a wife, very good looking, is willing to correspond through Hannaford. ATRIMONIAL. —. A Respectable Widow, age 25, with a Child, ago 3, a thorough housekeeper and a really valuable person, is willing to correspond through Hanua -I'ord's Matrimonial Agency. : ATRIMONIAL. — Worthy Female, with means, age 25, who cau make Vut ter, bake, cook, wash, etc., is on Hannaford's lists. MATRIMONIAL. — Educated Young Lady (musical), age 25, who is thoroughly domesticated, is desirous of corresponding witli gentlemanJhrough HamiaCord's_Agency. M~ "ATRIMONIAL. —Widow with means (childless), an excellent butter maker und housekeeper, understands poultry, is on Uannafoid's books. ATItIMONIAL. — Valuable, hard working, respectablb Widow, age 45, with a daughter of 15, who would make a really good wife, is willing to come forward through Hannaford. MATRIMONIAL.— The above are gen uine; to avoid mei'e idle curiosity mongers, Mark This ! I will not answer any letters unless Is is enclosed to cover postage, etc.~T. B. Hannaford, Auckland. IF you i/ant to look Respectable ab a small cost get a Suit of Clothes for 50a, and an Extra Pair of Trouser3 given in, at J. H. Dalton's, Victoria-street Eats. ERSONAL. — Copeman & Clkgoj, 34 and 36, Grey-street, arc local makers of Perambulators of a superior quality, patentees and cole makers of the patent Folding Awning for Perambulators, and sole makers of Cope man's patent Paragon Wire Wheels. They are the only wire wheel makers in the colony. They supply rubber tyres, and ropair Perambu lators, Tricycles, etc., of every description; and supply a superior article (wholesale and retail) ten percent, cheaper than can be had elsewhere. A large variety to select from. Inspection invited. Old ones taken in exchange. Board and Residence. CHARMINGLY - SITUATED APART \J MENTS on Cheltenham Beach, North Shore, for two gentlemen dining in town; sepa rate bedrooms : one minute from tramcar ter minus ; domestic comforts assured.-Address at Star Office. ADY AND GENTLEMAN, or two Ladies, can be accommodated with Board and Residence in a private family atßomuera. No children. Tennis lawn. bath, piano, buggy, and every home comfort; 'busss pass the gate. Terms moderaict—Address F. Star Oflloe. DAWEiTS PARK HOUSE, Victoria, street East, ,„■ ~,..,...



Meetings. ; SOCIETY OF FRIENDS. —The Next Quarterly Meeting of the abo\e Society will be held at Itobson's Rooms, Queen-street, at 11 a.m. To-morrow (Sunday) January 1,1888. " A UCKLAND S A V#~N G S B A NX. i -/. jßl_ 7 — A M< e'ing of tlie Trustees will be held on, WEDNESDAY next, the <kh January. 1888 K. CAMERON, f Manager, f 31st December, 1887. J -V*i- T O. 0. F.,M. U.—AUCK « (*l« ri±» LAND DISTRICT, N.Z. GOOD INTENT LODGE, No. 4.369. dwfMJIIW ODDFELLOWS' HALL, > WjaWPWCOOg-ST., AUCKLAND.' Members of the above Lodge are hereby noti fied that our next Meeiing stands adjourned from Monday, January 2, to WEDNESDAY, tho 4th. JOHNTUCKEY, Permanent Sepretary. i<~~~ T OVAL ORANGE LODGE, Wfifsfc J-J NO. I.—The Monthly Meet jfl|aa?*» ing of the above Lodge, will bo /a!tfT»§fij*fit held in th« Protestant Hall, New §HfM»2fy\ ton on, WEDNESDAY, January v * 4, at 7.30 sharp. Business : Giving £»£&m&fi«gr E.A.P. Degree. «*a^i^H Brethren from the Men'o-War expected. ■ By order W.M. ' . tit fjRAND LODGE OT \J ZEALAND. 4MfajSS&%. The Annual Session of t,he above STmiP^niwill beheld on FRIDAY, Jan. 6, i ITcid F'IBBB, in the Protestant Hall. New- J^S^gßi^^'ton, at 3 p.m., at which Officers: *?*aa&3B&F }/ and Delegates are requested to : present. Members and Visitors of the R.A.P. :- Degree are cordially invited. i By order. J. CARNAHAN,_G.S. J' ; Lost and Fonnd. i E.GSX, on-Sfttnrdajrlasst, in Karangahape I Road, a Short Riding Whip.—Reward at: Wallia & Coatcs. or G. W. Binney, Upper Queen ■ street. LOST, a Yellow Canary, with green cresb and wings.—Finder will be rewarded wi returning same to Mr 11. Pitts, Church-street,. Devonport. LOST, in Paraell, a brown Leather Purse" with elastic band, containing £1 11s 6d.— I Finder will be rewarded upon returning same? to Mr Nairn, Grocer, Parnoll Risu. OST, Fox Terrier, \vliite~uTth black eyesandears. j4nswersto nan.oof Spider. —Finder rewarded on returning to Mrs Rhodes,' Hamilton Road, Ponsonby. LOST, from Hobson-stveet, a Dark Brown Pup, 5 months old. Finder rewarded. Anyone detaining same after this date will bo prosecuted.—C. Lynch.Coal and Firewood Yard, Upper Nelsion-street. "F OST, between Graffcon Road, Sfc. JLi Benedict's Church and Queen-street, small Chamois Bag, tied with blue string, containing £5 note.—Finder rewarded by leaving it at Star Office Q< TRAYED into my Paddock at Panmurej k3 1 Mousey Heifer; and, unle-s claimed in seven days, will be sold to pay expenses.—Mary Reddington, Panmure. December 23,1887. FOUND, on Lake Beach, a Log, 32 feeb long, 10 inches thick.—Apply to A. Olson, Takapuna. I^OUND, on Queen-streefc Wharf—Fox terrier Dog; white, with brown patch over right eye. -Apply C. J. Hutchinson, Commcrcc street. ;r;'• 10UND, -Wednesday morning, offNorfch coto Wharf, a white dingy, about 12f004 f^OUND; the Cheapest Grot:ery Store in tov? lil^ Cas, h Prices, to suit the times. Cocoa and Milk, 6d; Candles. 21b for BJd box <251b), 8s Jdi Currants, 6d; Raisins, 6d; Wood^ F. lP u& 251. b ie Ol> 81b ls ! Oatmeal, 71d bal 94d; Fresh Herrings, fid; bestHice. 2id lb, or Bib Is; Sardinos, 4Jd; good Sauce. 4d; Soap, 2}d per bar; Synjp. 7d • good Su K ar, 2Jd ; probS r«mily Tea Is 4d, ls 6d ; superior Tea. ls^d, 2e,2s 6d • Knifeboardß (largest size). 8d and 9d ; Lobsters' 9d per tin; Fresh Butter and EgRS at wholesaln price; Tobacco, 4id, sd. 9d, 10d Vet'stick • Cigars. Id each. Everything else equally cheap' Favour us with a visit, anof remember the aS dress-JOHN ROBERTS, corner of Summer Bakery 3 QeXfcto Slr Royal