CABLEGRAMS! BRITISH, FOREIGN AND INTERCOLONIAL.

Mataura Ensign, Volume 17, Issue 17, 26 April 1895, Page 6

CABLEGRAMS! BRITISH, FOREIGN AND INTERCOLONIAL.

[Fbom Press association | ' London, April 24, Obituary: Sir E. Hamilton, exGovernor of Tasmania. Sir W. Robinson, Governor of Western Australia, told an infcerviewor that the Londonderry miae probably possesses a highly valuable and extensive reef. General Booth visits Africa and Australia, starting in August. The Eussian Executive has approved a scheme for the initiation of a gold currency. * The Times ' considers the situation in Victoria promises well, though it is a pity Parliament has postponed a modification of the tariff. The capital of Western Australian companies registered during the kst three months exceeds five millions. The Armenians, with the aid of [Russia, are said to be seeking for revenge for the atrocities committed by the Turkish soldiery. It is alleged that a general rebellion is planned, which begins in Constantinople by an attack on the Sultan's palace in May. A large quantity of stores has been hidden in the mountains. Enormous sums of money are said to be at the disposal of the Armenians, and the men are well armed. Sir H. Loch has been offered the Governorship of New South Wales. While Mr Moody, the evangelist, was conducting a service in Texas, the roof of the building collapsed, and 46 persons were injured. Mr YouHg, of South Australia, mentions in his butter report that there is a fishy flavor prevalent" in much of the Australian butter, which requires some investigation. The Queen of Madagascar appeals for the prayers of Christian nations. It is reported that her Majesty has invited the French President (Mr Faure) to visit England. Experts declare that the Australian cattle which recently arrived at Deptford are the finest that ever left Australia. A thousand more Russian soldiers have left Odessa for Vladivostock. Eight steamers are being employed conveying stores, in view of possible war. The Pope, in a letter three columns long, addressed to the English people, claims that there recently has been a wonderful drawing of hearts towards fhe Eoman Catholic faith. Converlsr are increasing, and chershed prejudices are being yielded up by reflective men alarmed at the progress of Eationalists and Materialists. The steamer Banffshire, from Port Chalmers (March 9), has arrived at Las Palm.as. She lost one sheep on the passage, owing to the supply of fodder running short. Several head of cattle on board the Nairnshire wasted during the trip Home ; otherwise the shipment arrived in splendid condition, and in time for an excellent market. Each beast gained 301 b to 501 b in weight. Forty of the oaf-tie ex Celtic and Port Chalmers were sold alive at L2O to L2l 10s per head. The remainder were killed for the Smithfield market, and sold at s|d to 6d. Sir Henry Loch states that he will not accept the Governorship of New South Wales. He explains that he only received an informal offer ot the position, and if be accepted it at present it would stultify his action from retiring from the head of affairs at the Cape in order to obtain rest. Mr Burney Young, of South Australia, in his reporc on the butter trade, says exporters must eventually adopt the Pasteurise system. Ho thinks there is a good opening for Australian produce in the retail shops in London and. the provinces, and regards London as the best centre for distribution. The Oroya has been floated off the rocks at Naples. The grand jury found true bills against Oscar Wilde and Taylor. Counsel for accused state that they do not intend to plead guilty, but mean to fight to the bitter end. Archdeacon Farrar has been appointed Dean of Canterbury. Cool stores have been opened at Manchester, with a capacity for 120,000 sheep. Arrangements have been made for direct steamers to call from Australia and New Zealand next season. Cheese has fallen 2s to 4>% owjng to large Canadian holders placing stocks in the market. The Hon. J. G. Ward promised to assist Mr Ec-ynolds in his endeavors to secure a reduction in freight on dairy produce. The Eight Hon. A. W. Peel, late Speaker of the House of Commons, has been raised to the peerage as Viscount Peel. The House of Commons has voted him a pension of L4OOO per annum. Many of the cattle by the Celtic and Port Chalmers were of bad color when killed, tbe fat being too yellow. The experts are greatly pleased with the heifers ex Nairnshire. Paris, April 24, There is an omnibus strike in the city in consequence of fche men demanding an incroase of pay, and 5000 hands are idle. The strikers are exhibiting violent behavior, and many arrests have been made. Washington, April 24. Mr Cleveland will stand for the Presidency next year. He will oppose the free and unlimited coinage of silver. Calcutta, April 24. Chitral has been relieved. It is reported that the Ameer of Afghanistan has granted Urara Khan an asylum. It was the Khan of Dir whe relieved Chitral. When De Eobertson signalled by tho heliograph to the relief force. Shir Afzul made off. Umra Khan has not replied to tho British offer of terms. The Chitral headsmen and Mahomed Isakhan have fled to the interior. Sydney, April 24. At the annual meeting of the Mutual Life Association of Australasia tho report was adoptee 1 . It expressed general satisfaction at the progress made, and showed a net surplus of L 58.575 available for distribution. The reversionary additions now amount to L 323,226, for which there are now available for members cash values amounting to L 172,725. The directors announced that in future all policies becoming claims would be entitled to further bonuses calculated to the date for which the premiums were paid, thus practically guaranteeing tbe advantages or expense during the past triennium. L 22,000 had been written off investments. The directors propose to continue the practice year by year, as circumstances require. A large number of sheep are dying in the Braid wood district from a new disease ' known as liver rot. It is distinct from fluke. The agitation for the rehearing of the charge against Dean, the wife- poisoner, is spreading, and numerous meetings

have been held in the city and in the country centres. The Attorney-general informed the investigation committee that one of the smartest detectives in the force had been told off on behalf of the Government to inquire into the case. He admits that the matter had been taken out of the hands of the police, but denies that he has resigned his responsibility in the case to an irresponsible body of citizens such as a committee. A tragedy resulting in murder is reported from Walgett. Bernard Sweeney and his wife had been living apart, but, through the mediation of the priest, signed an agreement to come together again. The wife demurred to a certain date fixed by the husband, a quarrel , ensued, and Sweeney shot her dead. Alfred Wall, a professional runner, while suffering from delirium tremens, escaped from a room partly dressed, rushed into the house of a neighbor, and jumped out of the window into the street. His head was smashed to pieces, and death ensued. A meetiog of merchants [appointed a deputation to ask the Premier to remove the customs duties gradually, otherwise holders of large stocks of durable goods would be severe losers. Melbouene, April 24. The Eight-hour Demonstration was a great success. The rain interfered somewhat with the procession. Speaking at the luncheon, the Premier said the Government did not intend to interfere with the Protective policy, but recognised j there were many anomalies to be removed. I Freetrade would have no help or sympathy from the Government. He hoped soon to be able to spend more for the benefit of the working classes. The Government contemplated amending the companies, banking, and insolvency laws. They elso had to consider a measure of constitutional reform in respect to voting, also an alteration of the constitution, so in case of a dispute between the two Houses, that representing the people may have the final arbitrament. If the Cabinet adopts the Retrenchment Committee's proposals as drafted, it will mean a total saving of L 300,000 a year. Afire at Warrigel, destroyed several business establishments in the centre of the township. The damage is estimated at LSOOO. Mr Turner, Premier, has decided that future appointments to the public service shall be from month to month, so that when the men are not required they can be dismissed.