The annual meeting of the subscribers of the Auckland Dispensary lapsed last evening for want of a quorum, the only persons in attendance being the secretary, treasurer, medical ollicer, and Mr McMasters. Our reporter Avas present, who sat carefully pointing his penciland patiently Availing for the report and opening speech, but neither Avere produced. After wailing an hour, it was resolved to postpone the meeting until this evening at half-past four o'clock',' in the shop of Mr Ball, chemist. This is tiie second attempt made by Mr Shalders to hold the annual meeting, Avith out success. The apathy dispalyed towards this useful institution is very remark able.
Bankruptcy notices in the estate of William Thomas and Henry Sargent, appear iv our advertising columns.
A meeting of the choir of St. Matthew's Sunday-school Avill be held at the close of the service this evening, by special request of the Rev R. S. Hassard.
The Bishop of Auckland, Right Rev. Dr. Cowie, Avill hold confirmation service this evening in St. Paul's Cathedral Church.
