American Trade with the Colonies.

Auckland Star, Volume XVII, Issue 214, 11 September 1886, Page 2

American Trade with the Colonies.

By the mail steamer Alameda, which I passes through here on Tuesday next for San Francisco, ilr (j, W. (jriiu'n, tho United States Consul lit Sydney, is a passenger on a visit to the seat of Government, partly on business and partly to enjoy n much-needed rest One of tho business objects in to obtain additional clerical assistance for the ollico of the consulate, the trade between tho States und Australia having of recent years increased to such an extent as to entail a very large amount of extra work on the oflire. Another object is to furnish additional information to the (lovernment at Washington respecting colonial products, and more particularly to point out tho injustice of taxing the raw products from New South Wales, the tariffs of the two countries being hostile. Mr Griffin intends to lay particular stress on the wool duties, a bill for the abolition of which wns recently nearly pas sod in the House of Representatives, beins; lost by the exceedingly small 'majority of 17. In cavryingout thi« mission, Mr Griffin will do good .service to New Zealand, for which he always entertains a kindly feeling, having been for many years United States Consul for this Colony, and being warmly esteemed here for his public actions and private geniality. As showing the necessity forMrGrjfßn obtaining present rest and future assistance in the work of his oliice, it may be mentioned Unit dining tho twenty months he has been in Sydney he has made no fewer than 28 reports to his Government, including two papers on the tariftg, fivo on the wool trade, and others dealing with a vast variety of commercial subjects, all requiring considerable study and actual labour. In a recent report, drawing attention to the increasing trade between Sydney and tho United States, Mr (Iriilin mentions the following facts : — The export of coal from Sydney from the Ist of January to the 30th of June, 1880, amounted in value to £ii 2,507 4a Id against 117,77-1 . r >s 9d for the corresponding period of 1885, thus showing an ineroaso of CM,Tte ISs -111. Wool increased dining the sumo period from £!)')()]2s fid to AT>,. r>3l 17s -Id. Tin increased from i-f>f>, 1 Uli fis :id to £34,75:> 9h Id. Hides and skins increased from £l,:fO.'i His !ld to X" 17,072 10s Sd, an increase of .Clli,."UiS Kls lid. The exports from Newcastle also show a heavy increase. The coal exports to America from that port for the rirat six months of the present year amounted to 03,623 tons, valued at £50,407 Us Sd, against ">o,:S;'>7 tons, valued at £3:!,!il'.t, for the corresponding period of 18S5. Prior to leaving, Mr (iriflin was to bo entertained at a banquet, which was to be presided over by tho Hon. \V. H. Dalley. No doubt many of hi-old Auckland friends will visit him on tho Alameda, and wish him lion roi/u<if, success in his mission, and a happy return to his duties. ,

Wo linvo been specially rcquosted to remind our roadoM of tho opora to night En aid of tbe Boi.evoionl Society. ThU Socioty is doing much to mitigate existing distross, and the present is an opportunity for pleasurably assisting in this good work, while encouraging local talent.

Mr A. G. Loe, architect, has rocoivod tho following tenders for the erection of a cottage at Otahuhu :-W. 8011, £'224; Russell, £233 10s; Harper and Co.. £235 ; Muir Bros, £'238; Brid^inin and Smith, £•241 ; Wickman, £254 ; Pickott, £258 ; Garrott, £203 ; Gillman, £203 lCs 7d; Wooller, £209: Pollard and Co., £277 ; Cuthbertson, £280 ; Maughan Bros., £257 ; Leigh Bros., £291.

In our roport of tho discussion in the Council on tho levels of Sartfield street, tho name of Councillor Devoro was subHitutud in orror for that of Councillor Goldiu an a supporter of tho engineer's plan. The former gentleman spoke in favour of tho low level,and tho latter championed tho filling up

The Rev, B. E Thomas, who has coma to the colony for tho benefit of his hoalth, and who ia highly rocommehded by his church at Homo, preaches iv St. David's Presbyterian Church to-morrow morning.

Tho rota of attendance ol Justicos at tho Polico Courtfrom September 14thto20Uiuas follows : -Sopti-nibei 14th, F. O. Ewiilgton, F. D. Fciton, G. Fraaor ; September l.'ith, 11. Giltillan, J. Uilmour, It. W. Hammond ; September IGth, C. A. ilurri-, juu., T M. Haultiin, G. Yon dor Hoyde; Soptember 17, ti. Hold.-hip, A. O. Horton, E. leeaea ; Soptember ISth.H. M. Jorvis, T. B. Renderdino, J. P. King; Septembor 20th,|G. S. Killing, C. LaKoclio. J. Laweon.

Mrs Bramo, Prooidont of tho Womon'n Christian Temperance Union, begs to acknowledjjo tho following donations : - Flnnnul, A Friond, A. Lovott, His Worship tho Mayor; ss, A Friend, Remnants of dross material and calico, or loft-off clothing, aro much needed.

The requisition asking Mr Devovo to become a candidate) for the Mayoralty is being very numerously mid inllucntiuJly sigued A requisition has also boon set on foot inviting Mr Waddol to bccaino a candidate for a fourth term. Tho promoters of this requisition aro not the Mayor's true friends. Mr Wtiddol may be animated by a laudablo ambition to outstrip tho famous Dick WhittiDgton, but Dick did not take even his throe terms of offico at one timo, and three years in euccoesion are, to our mind, at loaet a year too long for any man, no matter how good, to hold tho offico of Mayor.

In our roport of tho action yesterday to recover rates duo to tho Waitomata County Council, the name of Mr Thomas Seaman was substituted as valuator in place of Mr Walter Sisam.

A glove contost took place at the Lomestreet Flail last evaoing, between J Laurie, of the West Coast, and J. Martin, of Auckland, ior £25 a side. Tho local man was knockod out of time in tho fourth round.

Musical circles in Auckland aro to be congratulated upon tho advent of Herr Goldonstedt, a professional gontleman of tho highest abilities and attainments. Ho is from tho Consojvatorium of Hamburg, and has recently arrived hero from Melbourne, where he has been eminently tuccoHsful in his profession. His intention on leaving Melbourne was to return to Germany, and bis visit to Auckland was made to a relative who resides here. Our climate, and surroundingshavo-pleasedhim so much that he has decided to remain here for a year or> wo and practise his profession. Ho has already been appointed organist and choirmaster of St. Patrick's Cathedral, where he will commence his dutios on the first Sunday in November.

*' Ono Who Koops Pigeons, and naa Also a Garden," answers " Inquiror " as follows :

— "Pigeons aro very troublesome in a garden, picking up peas, and eating off all sorts of greens, such as cauliflower and cabbago plants, young groon peas, etc. They also pick up slugs and grubs, and eat garden seeds of all kinds."

Judging from the diversified programmo for Mr J. Edwards's complimentary fanny dress ball on Wednesday next, tho entertainmont will doubtless be largely attended by spectators. Mies Stauncon and Mr D, B.j Russell are down for two items each, and Mr Edwards takes hia loave of Auckland in a song specially composed for the, occasion entitled " Farewell."tho words for which are supplied by Mr Keith Wilson, tho ■music being arranged by Mr Goorge Clutsam. Tableaux vivantg, representing "Justice," "Coronation of Queen Mary," and " Britannia" have been arranged, the costumes for which have been specially designed. Mrs Cooperj Mr Edwards, and Mr Keith Wilson will .take part in the prison scene from " Maritana," Mr H'dwards enacting the part of Don Ciesar do Bazan, Mrs Coopsr sustainiDg that of I azarilo, and Mr Keith Wilson appearing in tho role of Don Joec.

Professor Corrollo's annual carnival cymes off in the Opera House on Monday next, and promises to be a success. There are 11 teams in for the tug-of-war, which is causing great excitement among local footballers and athletes. The Professor has decided to remain in Auckland and continue his formor duties. Bis Worship the Mayor will present the Royal Humane Society's and Professor Carrollo'a medals on Monday night.

Misa Lloyd, of Turner-street, near the Girls' High School, has opened an establishment for young women in business, school-teachers and others, where they can get respectable board and residence, with cyary lone comfort, at a most reasonable charge. Misa Lloyd is highly spokon of by tho members of the Young Women's Chlhtian Association, and such a place for young women has been much required in tl k city. Tho terms may be had by applying to Miss Lloyd, or ts tho Secretary of the Young Women's Christian Association,

Tho full programme of tho benofifc entartninraonr, to ba given by tho Waitemata Minstrels to tho Riloy Brothers on Tuesday night, in Abbott's Opera House, will be found in another column of this issue.

Gco. Howard Layers, seedsman, of Auck land, filed a petition in bankruptcy yestor day.

The City Council have withdrawn their advertisement calling for tenders for tho election of a wall at Point Chovolior.

Tho Naval Volunteer battelion paraded last evening for inspection, tho corps present being tho Auckland, Devonport, L'onsonby and Wa tatnata Companies Captuin-Uomandent Lo Koy was in command, and Captain Gjrrurd acted as adjutant. Laat night, tho question "la Imporial Fedoration Desirable?" wasdiscu"sed at the meeting of the Athehieum, Mr George Cozens taking the affirmative and Mr E. \V. Burton the negative viow. After nn interesting debate tho affirmative was declarod carried.

Mossrs T.. H. Webb and Co., of Oak House, Hobson-f'troet, have on view tonight their wonderful organs and pianos, which aro well worth seeing.

Tho qunstion of scholarships and school libraries was undor coneideralion at the mooting of the Toachora' Instituto this aftorncon.

Tho Hon. G. Waldegravo gave his concluding evangelistic addioss laet evening in All Suints' Schoolroom to a lurge and appreciative audionco. Ho will deliver an address to young women on Tuesday evening next, in tho V.M C.A. Rooms.

A conference of Bund of Hope workers was successfully hold last ovening in tho Alexandra*street Sohoolroem. There wus a fair attendance. Two interesting addresees wero delivered, one by Mr Davidsen on "An Objoct Addrees," and the other-a blackboard address, by Mr Merrick.

Last night, at tho eonforenco of lay roadow, hdld at Bishopscourt, there were fi.'i present, and in addition, eevon clergymen, representing ail parts of tho dioceso. ISiahop Cowio presided, and it was agreed to form a l.uy Headers' Society. Ot this the Bishop was appointed President, and Mr F. Larkins Secretary, a committco being appointed to draw up rulotf. Atthecloeoof tho Conforenco, on tho invitation of Mrs Cowio, tho lay readers dined in tho libraiy.

(J. E. Cooper was examined in bank, ruptcy before the Otlicial Assignee to dayHo stated that his only debts wore current uccountß £22 5* Gd, and an old-standing account of £"24. Ho alto owod £3!K) undor mortgage on four acres of land and two dwelling ■ houses, besides i'2B for internets and costs of action. Ho was now in his employment, at 7s Cd per duy, which was all required for the supporb of hid family. .His only assotts wore a book debt of £2, and about £25 worth of furnituro, so ho was unable to make any olfor of Ompotltlou,

The manufacture of anti-fouling paint in Auckland has not proved a successful industry. Tho originator of it, Mr E. G. Baird, was examined in bankruptcy before tin Official Ab i/nee to-day, and stated that his venture never paid, an he could not induce tho Union Steamsi i 1 Company to uso the paint for their vessels. Lattorly ho had been obliged to borrow from local money-lenders, and boing pressed by his croditorg, ho decided to lile. His furniture was not worth more than £15 at auction, and he could not make any offer to bin creditors. Ue promised to prcparo a statomont of receipts and expenditure for tho paßt twelve months.

Yestordoy evening His Lordship Bishop Luck doliverod a lecturo to the members of the Loaguo of the Cross at the Catholic Institute, welliugton-street, on the subject of '• Astronomy." Owing totho inclement woathor, and also probably to the fact of the lecture not having been announced, tbe attendance was rather scanty. The Bishop, while disclaiming any intention of delivering opondorous, Bcientificdiacourße,roferred to tho many wonders of the solar system, and tho relations which oxiited between tho oarth, stars, planets, and the sun, in 3 mannor at once instructive and entertaining. The Kov. Father Kehoe, who profiilud, proposed a vote of thanks to Bishop Luck, which was carried by acclamation.

A very successful mooting waa held by tho Mount Eden Baptist Band of Hope latt ovoning in tho chapel. Mr R. Cruago occupied tho chair, and introduced the proceedings in a noat speech. Bonge by Muses Pillingor and Daw and Mr Freeman, and rocitatlons by various members, were well rendered. A dialogue by Misses Welch entitled "Echo" was much appreciated, and instrumental music by Mofsre Colcgrove, Tucker and Shipton was given in a masterly and pleating manner. Mr A. Knight, Vice Provident, gavo a reading ontitlod "Tho Soldier's Return," which was woll roceifod. lie also congratulated the Society upon its rapid progress. Miss Annie Lovutt prc-aidod at tho harmonium with hor customary efficiency. Mr Morris clo*o 1 with prayer.

At la»t monthly meeting of Birkonhond and Northcoto Fruit Growers' Association, a paper wax read by Mr Wilson on " Tho I'roparation of Land for Crops." To add practical forco to hi? remarks, Mr Wilson exhibited somo wliito Belgian carrots, weighing over Gib cacli, and being specimens from a crop of 40 tons to the acre. Theso, lie said, wuro grown in poor land on hio farm at Birkonhoud. After the customary di.tcuy.sion, a vote of thanks was passod to Mr Wilson.

Somo people are in doubt as to whether tlio ByHUmi of nominated immigration is still in forco, and a correspondent, " R.H.," having tent us a letter asking to bo supplied with particulars, wa bavo obtained tho following from Mr Oliver Mays, the Immigration Agent at this port:—"Farmers and agricultural labourers,and winglo women suitable for domestic service may be nominated by applyii.g to the Immigration 0111----cor, Auckland, and paying to him tho Bum of £10 for each person above tho ago of 12 years, and £5 for each child between 12 months and 12 years. Infants under 12 months are free. These chargos include depflt expontos in England and the colony, an outfit for the vessol— bedding, cooking utensils, etc , etc. —and a passage per direct steamer to Auckland. The money must bo paid at the time of nomination, and will, of course, be re turned should tho parties hot avail themselves of the nomination." Tradesmon and citizens can only be aisiatod by express sanction of tho Minister for Immigration, and application in this case must bo accompanied by a substantial guarantee to find employment for the partios on arrival in tho colony.

An interesting entertainment in aid of the Devonport Public Sohool library and museum fund wn.9 held in the District Hall lust evening. There was a large attend anco, and the audience expressed satisfaction with the performance throughout. The first part of the programme consisted of songs, recitation**, 'duet*, etc., and was contributed by pupils of the school, viz., Messrs Buchanan, Benge, H. Walpole, Missoa Avenell, Rhodes, Burgess and Master E. Allison. After the usual interval, several scenes from "Hamlot" were repr'esonted in a very creditable manner, the characters being apportioned aa follows : — King of Denmark, Miss M. Gascoigne ; Hamlot, Mr Benge; I'olonious, Miss M, Patterson; Horatio, Miss E. Trayes ; Laertes, Master F. Hubbard ; Kosencrantz, Miss K. Wells ; a gentleman, Mis 30. Russell; firet gravedigger, Marter F. Bower; second gravedigger, Master T j Hooker; Qu'oen of Denmark, Mrs BeDge ; Ophelia, Miss Eva Tanner; ghost, Mr D. H. Chambers ; soldiers, E. Avenell, G. Graham, J. McLood, T. Burrelland E Hjnes, ladies and others. During the evening tho North Shore Braes Band, under Bandmaster Morris, played several appropriate mueical selections.

Tho principal question decided by the Supreme Court yesterday in the appeal from the assessment of the Deputy Commissioner of Stamps at Auckland on the estate of Sir Trevor Chute is ol considerable importance. The executor had appealed first to tho Commissioner of Stamps, Sir Julius Vogel, who confirmed the aseeesmont. The rate of duty is determined by the final balance of the estate of a deceased person. The Commissioner of Stamps contended that, although no duty was payable on tho amount left by deceaaed to his widow, yet that amount was included in the final balance for the purpose of determining tho percentage to be charged on the estate. Sir Trevor Chute's estate in Now Zealand amounted to £5,016 10a, of which tho widow's Bhare was £1,975. Therefore duty was assessed at 7 per cent., the rate for estates exceeding £5,000, but not exceeding £20,C00, instead of 3J per cont., the lower rate. The Court upheld tho assessment. Another question was whether the 3 per cent, additional duty upon property left to strangers in blood applied to all ettites or oily to those over a certain amount. The Commissioner held that it applied to all estates, or at any rate to all over £5,000. Tho Court considered the point to be extremely doubtful, but finally decided that it only applied to estates of £20,000 and over, and that it did not apply to the present caso. His Honor s»id the Commissioner might, of course appeal upon the latter point. '

Wo havo received from lliq omployoes of Oarlick und Oranwoll £.'? fia towards tho Benevolent Society Fund.

The ground nepr tho Drill-shed is being prepared for the advent of St. Leon's great circus and menagerie which is to opon ihoro on Thursday next. Among thu attractions of the circus is the gonuino firo horpo Ciuaador, an animal which is 3O.id to eclipse all previous performances of tho kind. To show that tho proprie'ors of this combination " show " aro desirous of keeping the public well snpp ied with novoltios, it may bo mentioned thnt the Company of porformors has rocoiitly been enlarged by the engagement of t! rjo new hdoi — Miss Rosins, Mies Charteis and Miss I'itman ; two new clowns —Johnny Sharman and Wilson ; and a troupo of aerola's, seven or eight in numbar.

A Hai'l'Y Home. - Six things are requieitd to create a liipyy homo:— Intosrrlty must bo the arohitofit, and I irlinoja th" upholsteror. It niußtbearmsd by Affdctlonand lighted up with ChoerfulneßH. nnd liidu«try mv t be the vontilator, whila Kcoiifi.ny mufli bo your watchword. Therefore, buy your tiiirta, ha'.p, morncry, und clothioK at W. 11. l Jo'.tei's. Quet-n-street, corner of Lurham-stroct —[Auvr.]

Who aro truo benefactors ? Tradesmen who bd 1 at rea3omiblo pricea, employ labour at fnir remuneration aid reasnnnble hours, or those who chonren lab jur Iwhich will roco 1 on all classfa of worker I. who look upon humanity aa niaoliino t > coLt ibuto to their ideai of what ihin(,'B ahould be. wliosi method of busmi>Bs is ruining leidtimiito tradeeninn, rra'ly bencfitting no one. " 80-it Hour, flj por 50.b bag!" Where in the miller who could set it at £10 per ton .'

In Grocoriop,—The following aro good valuo without pu(lin«:—K(?Rs, BJi por doz.; mill Hour, 71b for la; sperm candles, fromsdpir lh ; I'lUuum, 7jd per lin ; currants, 5d per lb ; raisins. 7d por lb; piime cheese, Gd per lb; found biujon, at 7d per lb, shou'ders ie.«— u. luxury ; O'ltmeal, without tharpß. GMba for Is ; beat KiinliHh lemon peel, Is per lb; pio fruitf, 21b tins for SJd ; sirdinos. good, 5d per tin; npocittl murk In halves, ditto la rortin; good, 9>l to lOi ; Melz fruiti*. Is per box; pure Indlc and China blended tens, at la Gci, la 81, 2s 2a Jd, 2b (id, and 3a. Tho largo vale a 1 these leas cummand i 3 amplo proof of public appreciation of auoiTirt to pleasu ; and note, F. Wlilteheud is tha only man who hus evor published on hia tea wrappers iho true ana y is and several irigrcdiiutt) a tiound ot K-,od tea ahould coat>iin. ho making his customers his jmli^a. Dr. Lanka^ter b'iini? the authority quoled. Ti-rm»: Oaah over co inter.— Youra faithfully, Fred Whitoheud, 9i, Vietoria-s reet.