SHIPPING.

Lyttelton Times, Volume XXV, Issue 1636, 14 March 1866, Page 4

SHIPPING.

4 LYTTELTON. ABBIVBD. March 13 —Margaret, ketch, 21 tons, Clifford, from Wanganui, in ballast. March 13—Albion, s.s., 453 tons, E. Kidney, from Wellington. Passengers—Saloon: Mr. and Mrs. Harley, Mrs. Raphael and family, Miss Jones; 20 in steerage. SAILED. March 13—Albion, s.s., 453 tons, E. Kidney, for Dunedm, at 6.30 p.m. CIjEABED. March 13—Boneta, cutter, 28 tons, Harris, for Auckland. March 13—Esk, ship, 404 tons, Robinson, for Newcastle, in ballast. No passengers. IMPOSTS. In the Albion, Peacock and Co., agents! 60 bags Adelaide flour, 5 cases salad oil, Hawkins; 30 chests tea, 17 half do, 69 boxes do, 49 bags sugar, 1 bale wick, Peacock and Co.; 20 chests tea, 20 half do, 40 boxes do, Thiel and Co.; 10 half-chests tea, Knapman; 1 case cigars, Barnard; 2 do, J. C. Brooke and Co.; 2 cases biscuits, D. Davis; 2 cases, Cole and Co.; 134 pkgs sugar, Hargreaves and Co.; 1 case honey, 3 cases merchandise, 1 hhd, 1 bnßl washboards, 3 bdls galvanized iron, 2 cases, 1 bale, Louisson; 2 drums, 4 cases, Wright; 2 cases, Baldwin; 2 bndls tubs. Newnham; 5 pkgs tobacco. 3 do'cigars, 1 do pipes, Louisson; 1 case cigars. 2 pkgs tobacco, Ayers; 1 case cigars, 3 pkgs tobacco, D. Davis; 1 case cigars, 1 do snuff, 3 cases merchandise, Simpeon; 3 cases, Williams; 1 case furniture, Fairhurst; 1 do, Harley; 12 cases books, Hughes; 1 case do, Inwood; 4 cases, Raphael; 35 boxes tea, 61 bags sugar, 80 half-chests tea, 10 chests do, 20 boxes lobsters, 77 bags sugar, 208 pkgs do, J. D. Macpherson; 1 case, Marks; 1 case, Raphael; 269 pkgs sugar, Peacock; 2 cases, 3 pkgs, Hargreaves and Co.; 1 parcel, Crooke; 1 do, Walton; 1 case, Campbell; 1 box, I,parcel, Cook; 1 parcel, Petersen; 1 do, Cole; 1 do, Humphreys; 1 case, Hobjes; 1 box, Lewis. BxPucrsD Abbivaxs. March 15—Airedale, from Manukau, Taran&ki Nelson, Picton, and Wellington. March 16—Phoebe, from Dunedin and Bluff. March 24—Otago, from Sydney, Nelson, Picton, and Wellington. Taraura, from Melbourne, with English mail, ▼ia Dunedin. Cissy, from London, sailed Nov. 24. Victory, from London, sailed Dec. 16. Indus, from Sydney. Pbojbctks Depabiobbs. March 16—Airedale, for Dunedin and Bluff. March 17 —Phoebe, for Wellington, Picton, Nelson, Hokitika, Taranaki, and Manukau. March 25—Otago, for Melbourne, via Otago and Bluff. Tararua, for Sydney, via Wellington, Nelson and Hokitika. Vessels in Habboub, ships. ~ Mermaid, loading for London. Himalaya, loading for London. Esk, from Sydney, (cleared) Norge, from Norway. Tames Lister, loading for London. Camille, from Newcastle, N.S.W. BBIGS AND SCHOONBBS. Bona, from Timaru. Breeze, from West Coast. Annie Moore, from Port Frederick, Tasmania. Celt, from Kaiapoi. CUTTERS. Ellen, from Hckitika. Antelope, from Akaroa. Hiqh Wateb This Day at thh Qovebhment Whaef. 0.8 a.m. 0.35 p.m. The ship King of Italy left Port for Newcastle, N. S. W., on Monday afternoon, and the Alhambra left for Melbourne about seven o'clock. The Ladybird sailed at noon for Northern ports. Thh Albion, Captain Kidney, left Port Phillip Heads at 7.30 p.m. on the 3rd of March. Experienced W.N.W. winds to Hokitika, where she arrived at 3.5 p.m., on the Bth. Transhipped 138 passengers and a large quantity of cargo to the Lioness, steamer. Left for Nelson on the 9 th, at 8.15 a m.; had fresh S.W. winds during the passage to Nelson, arriving at 9 a.m. on the 10th. left for Wellington on the 11th, at 2.30 a.m., arriving at 1 p.m. on the same day; leaving for lyttelton at 4.30 p.m. on the 12th, arriving here at 10.30 yesterday. The Albion sailed for Dunedin last night at 6.30 p.m.

HEATHCOTE. Arrived.—March 13—At Railway Wharf, Novelty and Gazelle, s.s., in ballast; Mullough, s.s., with general cargo, ex Himalaya, Elizabeth and Mary, Louisa, ketches, with coal, ex Camille; Florence, ketch, with timber, ex Norge. Sailed.—Eandolf, schooner; Brothers, ketch; 'Waipara, 8.8., with 182 bales wool, for Port, viz.: 55 bales, Miles and Co., and 4 bdls skins; 26 bales, Buckley; 39 do, Hey wood and Co.; 43 do, Macpherson; 2 do, Walton, Warner, and Co.; 1 do, Sheppard; 5 do, Peacock and Co.; 1 do, Graham. KAIAPOI. ARRIVED. March 13—Annie, ketch, Sinclair, from Lyttelton. March 13 —Celt, schooner, from Lyttelton. is RIVEE. Maid of the Mill, loading wool, for Lyttelton. Annie and Celt discharging. Launch op the 6.8. Wainui.—On Thursday, March 1, Duvauchelle's Bay, Akaroa, was the point of attraction to a large number of sightseers anxious to witness the launch of the screwsteamer Wainui. This vessel, whose dimensions are as unde?, and whose rig will be a three-masted schooner, has been constructed by Mr. Wilson for our highlv-respected townsman, Mr. E. C. Latter, and is a very creditable specimen in both model and workmanship; her engines are on the way from London in the Victory, shortly expected, and it is in consequence of this ship having made on her last outward voyage a very speedy passage, that the Wainui has been hastened, lest shemight not-be ready to receive the machinery, which will be occupying the square of the Victory's main latchway. The Wainui measures 95 feet on the keel; 20 3-12'ths breadth of beam; 8 3-12ths depth of hold; these will give about 204 tons builder's measurement. Her engines are a pair of diagonals, to drive a screw 25 nominal, working up to 100 horse-power. They are by Delaney and Okes, the present occupants of the Phoenix Foundry, at Greenwich, and have been constructed under special supervision. A pair precisely similar were supplied last year to a fine yacht in the port of London, and are reported upon in very high terms. In this department every possible cave has been displayed. Mr. Latter's ketch, the Emu, left the jetty at Akaroa at 11 a.m., conveying a large freight of men, women, and children to the scene of the launch. We are desired by all to take this opportunity of publicly thanking Mr. Latter for the treat he gave them, and the pleasure he afforded them. Captain Clarkson and the hands vied with each other to make their guests happy and comfortable. The most liberal supply of creature comforts had been provided; "walk on board ladies and gentlemen," was the standing invitation; "cut and come again," the pleasant duty. On this day the tide was unpropitious, and as the weather turned out decidedly bad, when the hour arrived, vix., 3.30 p.m., it was decided that too large a sum st&od at risk, so the launch was postponed, to the very great disappointment of a very large number of spectators. The launch of the Wainui actually took place on the evening

of Saturday, the 3rd. She received her name and baptism in champagne at the hands of Mrs. Latter, She made a beautiful launch, and fully realised, in the graceful way she sat on the water, the most ardent anticipations that had been formed of her beauty. Here we must remark how extremely light her draught proved to be, 4 feet 8 inches aft, and 4 feet 2 inches forward, this augurs well for her utility m the coasting 1 trade of these islands. The Wainui has during her construction, been visited by many of the cognoscenti, who have invariably expressed their satisfaction with the material and workmanship. Captain Rose, of the Mermaid, Captain Hamblin of the Roman, and Captain Labaste of the Winslow, were present at the launch, and expressed themselves highly pleased, and unexpectedly gratified to find such an evidence of an intention to turn the forests to so good a purpose, in a port otherwise somewhat remote. Akaroa owes many obligations to Mr. latter, who in this speculation places a very large sum at risk; and as it is by no means the first vessel he has had constructed, so it is to be hoped that this adventure and its results may bs incentives to get more building. The Emu, on Saturday, again conveyed a large number to the launch, and brought them again to Akaroa; forced to beat back against a strong south-west breeze, she did not arrive until past 8 o'clock. A band was improvised, and dancing and singing kept up with such vigour, that as we heard some say, " old times were revived." Launch of the Maid op the Avon.—This vasael was launched on March 12, at the Heathcote Ferry. It is a paddle steamer, and was built by Mr. Dixon, of the Heathcote Wharf, for Mr. Mills, of Christchurch. It is intended to act both as a steam-tug for vessels coming up from Sumner, and also as a pleasure boat. It is substantially constructed entirely of New Zealand timber. One of the peculiarities of the build is, that the frame-work is composed of timber of natural growth, and not mechanically shaped. The knees are made of Ugaio wood, selected for the necessary form, and they thus combine great strength with facility in working them. The vessel is a very pretty model, fitted up with two cabins for the conveyance of passengers; one fore and the other aft. These are battened on the interior, and are at present open, but will be covered with awnings. The day was a very fine one; a bright sunshine, with a light breeze from the S.W. A considerable number of persons were present to witness the launch. The craft, which was gaily decorated with a variety of flags, including some of Marryat's signals, was at first resting upon blocks, previously to being allowed to sink upon the ways. About 2.30 p.m., the ceremony of the launch commenced. Miss Annie Mills, the daughter of the proprietor, performed the office of naming the vessel, a bottle of wine being broken against the bow; the dog-shores were knocked away, and the Maid of the Avon glided into her future element, amid the cheers of the by-standers and of those on board. The tide was at its height about 1 p.m., and had somewhat ebbed when the launch was completed. However, as the vessel without the engines only draws fourteen inches of water, this was of no great consequence. It was subsequently moored alongside the Perry, and appeared to lie perfectly level in the stream. We must not omit to mention the courtesy of Mr. and Mrs. Dixon, to their visitors. By their kindness, boats conveyed passengers across the stream, thus saving a long trip round by the bridge. The following are the dimensions of the Maid of the Avon: length of keel, 45 feet; length, over all, 63 feet; breadth of beam, 10 feet; tonnage, builders' measurement, 25 tons. The engines which are to be manufactured by Mr. Anderson of the Canterbury Foundry are to be on the high-pressure principle, and will be the first made in the province. They are of about 15 horse-power. The funnel is to be hinged on the system of the boats running on the Thames so as to enable the steamer to pass under the bridges. The total cost of the vessel will be from £800 to £1000. This is the second steamer built in Canterbury, and we cannot conclude without expressing our warmest wishes for the future success of the Maid of the Avon.

Eace between the Yachts Eip and Flying Mist. —Saturday was fixed for the final race of these two vessels, and it was certainly the best and prettiest race we hare ever witnessed in our harbour. At 10.15 the stewards proceeded to the spot, and having given both crews their course, the flag was dropped by Mr. D. Davis, and both vessels were away. The weather was bright, with a fresh breeze from south-west, creating just as much sea as was pleasant for the two vesselswhen under press of sail. The Mist led by about 50 yards at starting. This she increased and rounded the buoy off Ehodes Bay, 1 minute and 49 seconds before her opponent; but when off Stoddart's point, she came to grief; her canvas was too heavy for her gear, and her port shrouds and bitts bioke, and Bhe had to lay to to repair damages. The Eip seemed now to have it all her own way. She rounded the reef first time minutes before the Mist; the latter, however, had repaired damages and was seen sailing up boldly. At this time there did not seem to be much chance for the Mist and her backers looked very gloomy. On the next round a wonderful change took place in the position of the vessels. By clever sailing the Mist had gained tremendously, and she rounded the reef 1 min 20 seconds after the Eip; the excitement now became very great and the betting on the Mist became brisk and was taken up by the backers of the Eip. On rounding the buoy, for the last time, the Eip was a few seconds a head, but the Mist was in a more favourable position. The struggle for mastery now became very great. All sail was crowded on, with a short tack the Mist rounded the reef 42 seconds before the Eip, and in running home she increased the distance by a few seconds, and came in 45 seconds in advance. This, allowing for tonnage, proclaimed her the winner by 21 seconds. The race was over by five minutes to two o'clock. A great amount of money changed hands, for both the Eip and Mist were backed heavily. Capts. Anderson and Donovan deserve every praise for the masterly way their respective vessels were handled. Open Boat Eace job £15.—This event came off on March 10, and eleven o'clock was the hour fixed for the start, but owing to the Scud carrying away her mizen-mast, Mr. D. Davis and Capt. Gibson were not able to start the boats till a few minutes past 12.' The Lady Fenwick occupied the inshore place, the Eed Jacket next, and the Scud outside. A splendid start was effected, and they all got well away. The Lady Fenwick had a slight lead which she increased on rounding the wall off Officer's Point. She was the first to round the buoy off Ehodes' Bay, followed by the Eed Jacket in close attendance. Before reaching the reef she was considerably ahead, the Eed Jacket well up, , and Scud half - a - mile astern. It was unfortunate for those interested in the second and third boats that the wind which up to this time had been blowing from S.W. dropped off to all but a calm. This suited the leading boat admirably, and she increased the lead so that on passing the Mole, she was three minutes ahead. The second and last round was anything but favourable to prove the sailing qualities of the respective boats. The Lady Fenwick passed the winning buoy at 4 o'clock, the Eed Jacket in about two minutes afterwards, and the Scud close at hand. The Ship Glenm aek.—This fine vessel took her departure for London on March 11. Since Friday, ■he was anchored off Camp Bay, ready for sea, and on the Lord Ashley's arrival on Saturday, arrangements were made to tow her to sea on Sunday. The Lord Ashley left Lyttelton at 12 o'clock, having a large party of friends on board, who left for the ship on reaching the anchorage. After a few preliminaries, tho order was passed to gently steam ahead. This was done, and the Glenmark was towed some 12 or 13 miles to sea. At 2 o'clock p.m., after a few parting words with the passengers, the captain, and his officers, the visitors passed over the side into the pilot boat, and after a pleasant voyage, arrived in port at 5 o'clock. The Glenmark was then well out of sight with a leading wind. Nabkow Escape of the Schoonee Wild Wave.—We have been favoured with the following particulars by Captain Brown; the vessel left Timaru on Saturday last, Feb. 17, about 3 p.m., with a cargo of wool. At the time of sailing light E. winds and calms prevailed; the schooner drifted on to near the 90 mile Beach, and at 10 p.m., the vessel was close in shore. About this time a sudden gale from S. W. sprung up, was obliged to carry a good press of canvas to work off shore; the gale still increasing in violence, and a high sea running—carried away two jibs; she then broached to, and whilst the crew were in the act of taking in the reefed foresail it was split and the mainsail was also split right across from the after len hto the luff. She was now so far disabled that she laboured heavily in the trough of the sea, which was constantly breaking over her, clearing the decks of the water-casks, also injuring one of the seamen in the legs ; managed to bend another foresail in place of the mainsail ; set reefed square-sail, in order to stand off a lee shore, which had the desired effect. About 3 a.m. the following morning the wind shifted round to the S.S.W., and by this favourable change the vessel was able to go'a, little free; at # a.m. was abreast of East Cape, and at 8 a.m. the wind changed to N.E., and was followed by fine weather; at 7 p.m reached the anchorage in Lyttelton harbour. The P.N.Z. and A.E.M. Company's s.s. Claud Hamilton left Melbourne, with one hundred and fifty passengers for Hokitika, at 8 p.m. on the Bth of Feb. Experienced a dense fog in Bass's Straits, which continued for about thirty hours; then fresh breezes. Arrived off Hokitika at 5 a.m. on the 14th, landed passengers and cargo; left again at midnight, and reached Nelson at 11 p.m. on the 16th, and anchored; reached the wharf at 8 a.m. on the 16th; left there at 10 a.m.

on the 17th, reached Wellington at 10.30 p.m. same day, and left there at 1 p.m. on the 18th, arriving at Lyttelton at 11.30 a.m. on Feb. 19. She had fine weather in Cook's Straits, and dence fogs since leaving Wellington. Since the late improvements which hare been effected in this fine vessel, under the supervision of Captain John Vine Hall, she steams remarkably fast. Accident off Officers' Point.— On the 21st ult. Captain Eose was out cruising in his yacht Lady Fenwiok, when a sudden puff caught the sheet on passing Officers' Point, and the boat was thrown on her beam ends. The accident was observed from the ships, and on shore. Three or four boats put off and picked up the passengers, and landed them. Accident to the Isabella Jackson. — During a short but smart gale from the S. W, on Thursday, the 16th ult., the above vessel got adrift from her moorings and went broadside on to the stones adjoining the Kail way works. Fortunately plenty of willing hands rendered asssistance and got her off, or she must have gone to pieces. Her hull has not sustained much damage. The Lady Bied arrived on Sunday, at 1 p.m., from Dunedin; and the Alhambra the same day, at five o'clock, from Melbourne via Dunedin, A report has reached us that very valuable diggings have been found on the beach, near to Biverton, Southland.

8U11MAET OP CAEGO. , Per Glenmark, J. D. Macpherson, agent. | . . Wool. Skins Shippers. a -g Value. £ 13d Bales. lbs. £ J. D. Macpherson 535 190,427 ... 10,700 Miles & Co 933 368,542 ... 18,660 2 20 G. Gould ... 256 89,600 ... 5,180 „ 3 30 J. T. Peacock &• Co. ... 121 49,639 ... 3,025 H. Matson & Co 74 26,731 ... 2,700 Birch & Co 75 26,150 ... 2,600 Hargreaves 74 24,342 ... 2,060 2 25 Morrison & Co 45 18,000 ... 900 2 30 C. E. Dampier 20 12,000 ... 600 White & Co 43 16,800 ... 840 E. fieeeo 20 7,749 ... 387 E. 8. Dalgety & Co. ... 11 4,944 ... 310 2>. Davis ... 11 3,300 ... 170 M. P. Stoddart 7 2,450 ... 140 2224 840,773 9 48,377