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Transactions and Proceedings of the Royal Society of New Zealand, Volume 2, 1869, Unnumbered Page

Contents. Pages Anniversary Address of the President, Sir George F. Bowen, G. C. M. G., Pages delivered to the Members of the New Zealand Institute, July 24, 1869 3–9 Anniversary Address, delivered to the Members of the Wellington Philosophical Society, June 19, 1869, by J. C. Crawford, F. G. S., Vice-President 306–398 Anniversary Address, delivered to the Members of the Auckland Institute, June 7, 1869, by T. B. Gillies, President 405–410 Anniversary Address, delivered to the Members of the Philosophical Institute of Canterbury, October 8, 1869, by Julius Haast, Ph. D., F. R. S., President 421–424 Inaugural Address, delivered to the Members of the Otago Institute, July 20, 1869, by His Honor Mr. Justice Ward 425–427 Transactions. Natural History. ART. I. On the New Zealand Sword-fish. By F. J. Knox, L. R. C. S. E. 13–16 II. On the Tuatara (Hatteria punctata). By F. J. Knox, L. R. C. S. E. 17–20 III. On the Anatomy of Naultinus Greyii. By F. J. Knox, L. R. C. S. E. 20–21 IV. On the Baloenidæ, or Whales with baleen. By F. J. Knox, L. R. C. S. E. With Notes by Dr. Hector 21–28 V. On Seals of the genus Stenorhyncus, captured on the East Coast of Otago. By J. S. Webb 28–32 VI. On a (probably new) variety of the Small-nailed Seal, —Stenorhyncus Leptonyx, of Cuvier, and De Blainville, and allied to the Phoca Leopardina of Jameson. By Rev. Charles Fraser, M. A., F. G. S. 33–34 VII. On a species of Ophisurus, found on the Coast of New Zealand. By James Hector, M. D., F. R. S. With anatomical observations by F. J. Knox, L. R. C. S. E. 34–40 VIII. On the Birds of New Zealand. By T. H. Potts 40–78 IX. Description of two Birds new to the Fauna of New Zealand. By Captain F. W. Hutton, F. G. S. 78–80 X. On the introduction of the Pheassant into the Province of Auckland. By Captain F. W. Hutton, F. G. S. 80 XI. On the Katipo, a poisonous spider of New Zealand. By F. W. Wright, L. M. P. New Zealand 81–84 XII. On four Fishes, commonly found in the River Avon; with a consideration of the question, “What is Whitebait?” By LI. Powell, M. R. C. S. St. A. 84–87

ART. XIII. On the New Zealand Frog (Leiopelma Hochstetterii); with an account of a remarkable feature in the history of some species of Australian Frogs. By A. Wander Aitken 87–88 XLV. Preliminary notice of a Ziphid Whale, probably Berardius Arnuxii, stranded on December 16, 1868, on the sea beach, near New Brighton, Canterbury. By Julius Haast, Ph. D., F. R. S. 190–192 LXIII. Notes on the Ornithology of New Zealand. By Walter Buller, F. L. S., F. G. S. 385–392 Botany. XIV. On some new species of New Zealand Plants. By John Buchanan, of the Geological Survey Department 88–89 XV. On the Botany of the Thames Gold Fields. By T. Kirk 89–100 XVI. An account of the Puka (Meryta Sinclairii). By T. Kirk 100–102 XVII. On Grasses, and other plants, adapted for pasturage in the Province of Auckland, especially with regard to indigenous kinds. By T. Kirk 102–106 XVIII. On the occurrence of Orobanche; a genus new to the Flora of New Zealand. By T. Kirk 106 XIX. On the discovery of Isoetes, and other genera of Rhizocarpæ, new to the Flora of New Zealand. By T. Kirk 107 XX. On Epacris purpurascens, Br., in New Zealand; with remarks on Epacris pauciflora, A. Rich. By T. Kirk 107–108 XXI. On the structure and colour of the fibre of Phormium tenax. By T. Nottidge 108–111 XXII. On the structure of the Leaf of Phormium tenax. By Captain F. W. Hutton, F. G. S. 111–116 XXIII. On the New Zealand Flax (Phormium tenax). By Major Heaphy, V. C. 116–117 XXIV. On the Vegetation of the neighbourhood of Christchurch, including Riccarton, Dry Bush, etc. By J. F. Armstrong. With Introductory Remarks on the Distribution of Plants in the Province of Canterbury. By J. Haast, Ph. D., F. R. S. 118–128 XXV. On Irrigation as applied to the growth of New Zealand Flax. By J. C. Crawford, F. G. S. 129–131 XXVI. On the Naturalized Plants of New Zealand, especially with regard to those occurring in the Province of Auckland. By T. Kirk 131–146 LXI. List of Plants found in the Northern District of the Province of Auckland. By J. Buchanan, and T. Kirk 239–247 Chemistry. XXVII. On the production of certain Crystalline Phosphates and Arseniates. By W. Skey, Analyst to the Geological Survey of New Zealand 146–148 XXVIII. On the effects of the application of the Hot Blast to Blow-pipe purposes; and the proposed substitution of Heated Air for Oxygen in the production of certain thermal and illuminating effects. Preliminary notice. By W. Skey 148–150 XXIX. On the alkalinity of Carbonate of Lime. By W. Skey 150–151 XXX. On the absorptive properties of Silica; and its direct hydration by contact with water. By W. Skey 151–152 XXXI. On the examination of the bark of Coprosma grandifolia, for Alkaloids. By W. Skey 152 XXXII. On the extraction of the poisonous principle of the Tutu plant (Coriaria ruscifolia). By W. Skey 153–155 XXXIII. On the Fusibility of Platinum in the Blow-pipe Flame. By W. Skey 155 XXXIV. On the application of Iodine and Bromine, for the detection of gold when in minute quantities. By W. Skey 156–157

Geology. ART. XXXV. Remarks on the Coast Line between Kai Iwi and Waitotara, on the West Coast of the Province of Wellington. By R. Pharazyn, F. R. G. S. 158–160 XXXVI. On Alluvial Gold in the Province of Wellington. By J. C. Crawford, F. G. S. 160 XXXVII. On the Geology of the North Head of Manukau Harbour. By Captain Hutton, F. G. S. 161 XXXVIII. Description of Lava Caves at the “Three Kings,” near Auckland. By James Stewart, C. E., Assoc. Inst. C. E. 162–163 XXXIX. On the Wanganui Beds (Upper Tertiaries). By J. Buchanan, of the Geological Survey of New Zealand 163–166 XL. On the Tertiary Series of Oamaru and Moeraki. By Charles Traill 166–169 XLI. Account of a visit to a Hot Spring called “Te Puia,” near Wangape lake, Central Waikato, Auckland; in August, 1868. By R. Gillies 169–173 XLII. On Improvements in the Processes for Extracting and Saving Gold. By T. Heale, C. E. 174–176 XLIII. Notes on the Geology of the Outlying Islands of New Zealand; with extracts from Official Reports. Communicated by James Hector, M. D., F. R. S., Director Geological Survey of New Zealand 176–186 XLIV. Notes on a Collection of Saurian remains, from the Waipara River, Canterbury, in the possession of J. H. Cockburn Hood, Esq. By J. Haast, Ph. D., F. R. S. 186–189 Miscellaneous. XLVI. On University Education, as adapted to the circumstances and prospects of the Colony of New Zealand. By Rev. Charles Fraser, M. A., F. G. S. 192–196 XLVII. On the General Principles of an Education Scheme for New Zealand. By W. S. Hamilton, Mathematical Master, Wellington College and Grammar School 196–197 XLVIII. On the River Systems of the south portion of the Province of Wellington. By J. T. Stewart 198–203 XLIX. On the Raising of the s. s. “Taranaki.” By J. T. Stewart 203–211 L. On Thorough Drainage. By J. C. Crawford, F. G. S. 211–213 LI. On the Surface Fall of Water, as a guide for Under Drainage. By James Baber, C. E. 213 LII. On Sewage Irrigation, and its results, with a Sketch of the Main Drainage Systems of London and Paris. By S. Tancred, Assoc. Inst. C. E. 214–218 LIII. On the Drainage Works at Remuera Swamp. By J. Baber, C. E. 219 LIV. On the Comparative Performances of certain River Steamers on the Waikato. By James Stewart, C. E. 220–221 LV. On the earlier Earthquake Waves observed on the Coast of New Zealand. By C. Davie, Chief Surveyor, Province of Canterbury 222–223 LVI. On a series of Tables for facilitating the Calculation of Altitudes from Barometrical Observations in Mountainous Countries; with explanations. By E. Dobson, C. E., Assoc. Inst. C. E. 223–226 LVII. The earth of New Zealand, a bad Conductor of Electricity, as compared with that of other countries. By F. E. Wright 226–227 LVIII. On the Mechanical Principles involved in the Flight of the Albatros. By Captain F. W. Hutton, F. G. S. 227–232 LIX. On the Mechanical Principles involved in the Sailing Flight of the Albatros. By J. S. Webb 233–236 LX. On Sinking Funds. By Captain F. W. Hutton, F. G. S. 236–239 LXII. On the Sand-worn Stones of Evans' Bay. By W. T. L. Travers, F. L. S. 247–248

Lectures. Pages. On the Nature of Art. By James Edward Fitzgerald 251–265 Man's Place in Creation. By C. W. Richmond, one of the Judges of the Supreme Court of New Zealand 267–281 The Modern Aspect of Natural Theology. By C. W. Richmond, one of the Judges of the Supreme Court of New Zealand 281–297 On the Changes effected in the Natural Features of a New Country by the Introduction of Civilized Races. By W. T. L. Travers, F. L. S. Part 1 299–313 Ditto ditto ditto ditto ditto Part 2 313–330 On certain Modern Projects of Inter-communication, and their relation to New Zealand. By F. Wakefield, F. L. S. 331–341 On the Geology of the Province of Wellington. By J. C. Crawford, F. G. S. 343–360 On Mining in New Zealand. Abstract of four Lectures. By James Hector, M. D., F. R. S., Director Geological Survey of New Zealand 361–384 Papers and Verbal Descriptions. 1. On the preservation of meat by bisulphite of lime. By J. C. Crawford, F. G. S. 396 2. On dusting vines and fruit trees, affected with blight, with flour of sulphur, etc. By J. C. Crawford, F. G. S. 396 3. On the poisoning of an Elephant, through eating Tutu (Coriaria ruscifolia). By J. Haast, Ph. D., F. R. S. 399 4. On Silver Ore from Stewart's Island. By W. Skey, Analyst Geol. Survey of New Zealand 399 5. Comparative review of the way in which gold occurs in the North and South Islands of New Zealand. By J. Hector, M. D., F. R. S. 400 6. On the Mud Fish (Neochanna apoda, Gunther), from Hokitika. By J. Hector, M. D., F. R. S. 402 7. On a remarkable Meteor observed in Wellington, November 8, 1869. By Rev. A. Stock, B. A. 402 8. Preliminary notes on the bones of a fossil Penguin. By J. Hector, M. D., F. R. S. 403 9. On the decrease of Honey in the Auckland Province. By R. Todd, C. E. 411 10. On Artificial Stone. By A. G. Purchas, M. D. 411 11. On the Latent Heat contained in the aqueous vapour in the Atmosphere. By J. A. Wilson 413 12. On a remarkable Phenomenon observed at a Hot Spring near Lake Taupo. By Captain J. G. Corbett 414 Proceedings. Minutes of Meetings: Session of 1869. Wellington Philosophical Society 395–404 Auckland Institute 404–417 Philosophical Institute of Canterbury 417–425 Otago Institute 425–430 Appendix. Meteorological Statistics of New Zealand for 1869 431 List of Earthquakes in New Zealand in 1869 433 List of Members 435 Board of Governors of the New Zealand Institute x Abstract of Rules and Statutes of the New Zealand Institute xi–xii List of Incorporated Societies xiii List of Office-bearers, and Extracts from the Laws of Incorporated Societies xiii–xvi

Illustrations. Plates. Pages. 1. Sword-fish of the Southern Seas, showing anatomy of the head 14 2a. Skull of Baloena marginata, Gray 22 2b. Rorqualus major, and R. minor 26 3. Ophisurus Novoe Zelandioe 34 4. Nests of New Zealand Birds 50 5. Ditto ditto 58 6. Ditto ditto 66 7. Isoetes Kirkii, Braun. 106 8. Phormium tenax—showing structure of leaf 112 9. Sections between Kai Iwi and Waitotara rivers 158 9a. Section along the coast north of Manukau Harbour, etc. 160 10. Sketch Plan of Caves at “Three Kings,” near Auckland 162 11. Map showing river systems of the southern parts of the Province of Wellington 198 12. Lifting apparatus used for s. s. “Taranaki” 204 13. Junction of Moawhanga with Rangitikei rivers 354 14. Geological Map and Section of Grey Coal-field 380 15. Section of Shakespere Cliff, Wanganui 164 16. Fish of the River Avon, Canterbury 84 17. Sand-worn Stones of Evans' Bay 246 18. Sketch Map of Province of Auckland, North 132 19. Map and Section of North-Western District of Otago 372 20. Drainage Works at Remuera Swamp 218 21. Comparative Map of New Zealand and Australian Cordillera 366