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New Zealand Times, Volume XXXIV, Issue 5561, 24 January 1879, Page 4

Auctions THIS HAY, FRIDAY, 24th JANUARY, At half-past 2 o’clock, At the Upper Hutfc, Criterion Hotel. Sale of Horses, Trap, Saddles, &o. George thomas win sen by public auction, at the above place, on Fi'iday, 24th inst., at half-past two o’clock — Six splendid saddle horses and buggy, together with harness, bridles, saddles, one lady’s saddle, &c., &c., At the Criterion Hotel, at half-past 2 o'clock. Terms cash. No reserve. N.B.—To gentlemen in town wanting a first-class saddle horse, or a horse and buggy, this is a rare opportunity, which seldom occurs. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer. MONDAY, 27th JANUARY. AT THE POLYTECHNIC HALL. Messrs, j. h. bethune & co. have received instructions to sell by public auction, at the Polytechnic Hall, Featherstonstroet, on Monday, 27th January, at 2 o’clock—--1 handsome phaeton, platform top 1 do single buggy, coal-box top 1 Yankee express waggon, with seats and pole The above are just imported direct from the United States, and are of the very best manufacture. After which. An invoice of Wamsutta mills plain and twilled shirtings and sheetings The quality of these goods is too well known to the trade to require comment. Samples are now on view at the Polytechnic. Also, An invoice of first-class perfumery, consisting of scents, fancy soaps, hair oil, &0., &c. Terms at sale.

WEDNESDAY, 29th JANUARY. OPAKI PLAINS, MASTERTON. Messrs, j. h. bethune & co. have been favored with instructions from the proprietor, John Morrison, Esq., to sell by public auction, at their salerooms, on Wednesday, 29th January, at 2 o’clock— THE KOPUARANGA ESTATE, Consisting of about 1000 acres of splendid Land subdivided into 41 SMALL FARM ALLOTMENTS. This magnificent property is situated about seven miles from the rising township of Masterton ; the main road from Wellington to Napier and West Coast passes through the centre of the block. The land is of the best quality, a great portion being under crop and laid down in English grass. The homestead, on section 34, comprises six-roomed Dwelling House, Stables, &c. The Auctioneers desire to call attention to the above rare opportunity of acquiring small freehold farms in one of the best districts in the colony. Terms:—One-fourth cash, the balance on mortgage at 8 per centum per annum for three years. Purchasers to have the option of paying the whole at any time within the above term. Lithographed plans may be procured and further information obtained on application at the office of the Auctioneers. PRELIMINARY NOTICE Newry, the Hutt. Messrs, j. h. bethune & co. have been favored with instructions from the executors of the late Alfred Ludlam, Esq., to sell by public auction early in the month of February, 1879, if not previously disposed of by private contract— That magnificent freehold situated at the Hutt, consisting of ten acres laid out in garden, eight acres in orchard, and seventeen acres in paddocks, with dwelling-house, outbuildings, &0., the property of the late Alfred Ludlam, Esq. The garden is unrivalled in the southern hemisphere, it contains over 8000 plants and shrubs, including many rare and valuable varieties, imported from all parts of the world For further particulars apply to LEVIN & CO., Or, J. H. BETHUNE & CO. SATURDAY, Ist FEBRUARY, At 2 o’clock. At the Land Mart, next Odd Fellows’ Hall, Lambton-quay. 130 ALLOTMENTS, TOWNSHIP OF PETONE. For Positive Sale, and Without Reserve, Under Instructions from G. E. Barton, Esq., M.H.R. Alfred a, barnett win sen by public auction—--130 ALLOTMENTS IN THE TOWNSHIP OF PETONE. These include the 15 acres adjoining the residence of Mr. Barton, and extend from the Hutt-road to the land fronting the sea, and forms undoubtedly the most eligible and VALUABLE PORTION Ol 1 THE PROPERTY. WORKING MEN’S TRAINS have now commenced running to PETONE, enabling tradesmen to go to and from their work, and henceforth reside on their own FREEHOLD ALLOTMENT at PETONE. City rates and taxes are avoided thereby, and working men’s families can ensure health and pure air in this locality, SPECULATORS are strongly recommended to notice the eligibility of these allotments as an investment. The Government workshops are now started in earnest, as will be apparent on inspection of the costly and extensive machinery now being fitted up on the railway reserve at the Petone station. The machinery is well worthy of a visit. PLANS OF THE SECTIONS are being prepared, and will be ready shortly, and in the meantime every information will be given by the Auctioneer ; and on the ground the respective allotments will be shown. The Guards also of the various Trains will direct visitors to the spot, on their stepping off the Railway Platform at Petone. SPECIAL NOTE.—The allotments now offered for sale comprise the proper Township of Petone, and are the best and most suitable building sites ever submitted for sale in this vicinity. TERMS. —i cash, and balance extending to 18 months, with 8 per cent, interest added.

SATURDAY, Ist FEBRUARY, At 2 o’clock. At the Land Mart, next Odd Fellows’ Hall, Lambton-quay. The Residence of G. E. Barton, Esq., M.H.R., Petone. For Positive Sale, and Without Reserve, A Valuable Freehold Property, and the Title unexceptionable. ALFRED A. BARNETT is instructed to sell by public auction— The RESIDENCE of G. E. BARTON, Esq., with about an acre of land. THE HOUSE Contains four bedrooms, dining-room, large drawing-room (dimension, 20ft x 16ft), small reception room adjoining the larger one, kitchen (fitted with range), scullery (with sink and water-pipes), bathroom (including shower and ordinary bath), and numerous other conveniences in and about the dwelling, as well as THE GARDEN AND PLEASURE GROUND Surrounding the house, and which render the whole A COMPLETE AND MOST DESIRABLE RESIDENCE. A PLAN, Showing accurately the extent of the ground, can be seen at the office of the Auctioneer, and where also can be had, on application, cards to view the property. Terms easy.