TELEGRAPHIC.

New Zealand Herald, Volume X, Issue 2905, 21 May 1873, Page 3

TELEGRAPHIC.

NATIVE AFFAIRS. REWI'S REPLY TO MACKAY. [FBOII THE ANGIO-AUSTBALIAN PBKSS TELEOEAPH AGENCY.] Wellington, Tuesday, 8 p.m. The Government has received telegrams from Major Mair and Mr. Mackay to tho following general effect: — Maokay received a letter from Rewi, couched in ambiguous terms, stating : —First: That the native who attacked him (Mackay) had been reprimanded. Second : That Purukutu has to come to Te Kuiti. Third : That Mackay was to leave trouble alone. Tha Government interpret this to mean that Purukutu is not to be given up. Mnjor Mair states that two friendly chiefs who were present at Te Kuiti, upbraided Tawhiao for concealing his thoughts. Manuhiri, on being pressed, said that his mind was the same as it was when the Governor's proclamation was issued prior to the Waikato war, and that results would be the same. Mr. Mackay, in reply to Rewi, stated that his answer evaded tho question, and that ho must have an explicit reply to his message to the Kiug. It is supposed that Rewi's letter to Mr, Mackay was intended as tho reply of the King party to Mackay; but since its receipt, information has been sent that another message is on its way to Mr. Mackay from the King party. THE NGAETERANGI FRIENDLY. GREAT INDIGNATION EXPRESSED. Taitbanga, Tuesday, 8 p.m. A deputation of Ngaeterangi chiefs applied for arms, and to be enrolled in tho Militia. Their application was not granted. Two Arawa messengers have gono to Tokangamutu, with letters from Mr. Commissioner Clarke.

A large number of Pirirakau natives, resident at Wakauiarama, the boundary lino between Taurauga and Waikato, have just interviewed Mr. Commissioner Clarke. They express their indignation at the murder, and state that they have no sympathy with the Kingites. A MEETING OF THE THAMES AND PIAKO NATIVE CHIEFS. TTTKI YOUNG WARRIORS WILL NOT BE PREVENTED FROM JOINING THE KING PARTY. [I'SOU OCE OWN COEEESPOXDESTS.] Geauaustown", Tuesday, S p.m. A meeting of the moat influential chiefs of the Thames and Piako districts was held at Puckey's office. There were present: — Tarapipipi and Peiniaugahe, Piako, tho two Taiparis, Rewi, and all the men of influence. Ngatimaru objects to take measures to prevent men from this district going to join tho King. It was agreed to see tho Ohinemuri people, and to wait for Paora Tepa, of Ngatipaoa. Puckey took part in tho discussion. The chiefs were afraid that some of the young men might, probably, feel inclined to go over to the King. The news that the King refused to give up the murderers has not caused any surprise. The Thames people only hope that Governmeut will send a strong body of men to hunt the natives down, as the King promises to observe strict neutrality. THE NATIVES FRIENDLY.—SURVEYS PROCEEDING. Taupo, Tuesday, S p.m. The natives here are very friendly, and are desirous of leasing their lands. They never showed a more friendly disposition. Surveys are proceeding without interruption.

NATIVE CANOES DEEPLY LADEN COMING FROM THE HEADS. Ngaruawahia, Tuesday, 8 p.m. Three canoes passed here this morning from the Waikato Heads, deeply laden with shark, &c., en route to Alexandra. It is reported by a settler at Taupari, that a number of canoes are passing up the Maungawhara Creek with strange natives.

THE THAMES. [feoii ode owx correspondent.] Grahamstowk, Tuesday, S p.m. Caledonian melted gold for the fortnight weighs 4u5« ozs. About 1 cwt. of fair picked stone from 210-feet stopes to-day. Moanatairi are crushing 1 ton picked stono at the Kuranui battery. About 8 cwt. of specimens will go through later on. Every indication of another good fortnight's yield. Bulk of stone from No. 3 leader, 132 feet level, which is looking first-rate. Branch leader of No. 1, which yielded so well last fortnight, will not be reached by the etopes fur a week or two. Lord Nelson, Karaka, crushed 8 tons for 9i ozs. retorted gold. Long Drive got a nice little patch of specimens last night. City of London gold was reduced to 15S,]. ozs. melted. Otago Company crushed 180 tons for 153Jozs. retorted gold. Californian tributers crushed 50 tons for 13J ozs. retorted gold. The market is weak. Caledonian, sellers £15 ss. Buyers: Cure, 225; Black Angel, 27s j Bright Smile, 48s.

COROMANDEL.

[FEOil OUR OffS CORRESPONDENT.] Tuesday, 8 p.m. Harbour Yiew got 72 ozs. 7dwts. gold from 120 tons of stone aud a few specimens. THE SOUTHEEJN" PROVINCES. [FBOH THE ANGjL"-AUSTRALIAN PHES3 TELEGRAPH AGENCY.] Wellington, Tuesday, 8 p.m. It is understood that the Government will grant a dissolution of the Otago Provincial Council. Advices have been received from the AgentGreiierul that the Edwin Fox, having repaired damages, sailed from Brest on March 5, minus twenty passengers, who refused to proceed further, and returned to England. Br. l<eathcrstou states that on receiving intelligence that the ship put into Brest disabled, he despatched Edward Smith, of Agent-General's office, to look after the passengers and interests of the Government. He found all passengers comfortably lodged. While the Edwin Fox was lying at Brest several passengers laid formal complaints against Captain Johnson, for immorality and unseamanlike conduct. They accused the matron of the Bbip with conniving at Captain Johnson's improprieties. An inquiry held by the British Consul showed the charges were groundless, although it appeared the discipline kept up by the matron was not strict enough. Smith, who remained at Brest during the whole time of the vessel lying there, reported Dr. Montague Welby as unlit to bo left in charge of emigrants, on account of drunkenness. He was accordingly removed, and Dr. Walshe appcinted surgeon to the ship. Sailed: Jubilee, for Weliingto*, 12th March, with 43 Btatute adults; Woodlark, for Auckland, 25th February, with 109.J; st .tute adults ; Michael Angelo, from Gravesend, for Otugo, 2nd March, with 61 statute aduits; Otago, 72J, for Canterbury, latter originally to go in the Langatone; they will be forwarded from Port Chalmers to Lyttelton at the expense of Shaw, Suville and Co. Port Chalmers, Tuesday, 8 p.m. The s.s. Taranaki arrived from the HorLh yesterday at 8.45 p.m., and sailed North this moruing.

Tho ship City of Bombay sailed for London with a cargo of meats, wheat, and wool. The barque Sydney Griffiths sailed this afternoon for Newcastle. DunedlS, Tufsday, 8 p.m. A memorial is being signed bv the members, praying his Excellency l.iio Governor not to

grant a dissolution. It will be sent by mail to-day. If a dissolution is granted Mr. Macondrew's election aa Superintendent will be opposed. Mr. Vincent Pyke, warden, Laurence, is about to publish a story of colonia;. adventures. It is said to be well written. i Ly XT ELTON, Tuesday, 8 p.m. The election resulted in Mr. Webb being returned. The greatest excitement prevailed throughout the day. Mr. Webb polled 122, and Mr. Ayiisley 115, leaving a majority of only seven. Of 280 voters on the roll 237 polled. [FBOir THE NEW ZEALAND PBBSS ASSOCIATION.] Wellington, Tuesday, 8 p.m. The Wild Dunk, from London, and schooner Mary, from Glasgow, are signalled. A telegram from Dr. Featherston states that tho Edwin Fox sailed from Brest on March 5, after repairing damages. Twenty of her passcugers, however, returned to England. An inquiry was held by the British Consul into charges of immorality preferred by the passengers :;<;>iinst the captuiu and matron. These were declared groundless. The surgeon was removed for druukeuness, and another appointed. The Jubilee sailed for Wellington on March 12, with 43 passengers ; the Woodlark for Auckland, on February 25, with 100J jaisengers; tho Michael Angelo for Olago, on March 2, with 61 for Otago, and 72} for Canterbury. Sailed:—Last night—the Kangatira, for Napier. CnBISTCHTJECit, Tuesday, 8 p.m. The first meeting of the Presbyterian Synod opened yesterday. Tho Rev. C. Frazer was elected Modcrutor. The Canterbury Jockey Club have determined to establish an autumn meeting with a St. Lcger for three-year-olds, 100 sovs., with sweepstakes of 10 sovs* added ; and also, a two-year-old race for 75 sovs., and sweepstakes added. Conditions, &c., samo as champagne stakes at consolation. Dunedin, Tuesday, S p.m. At a meeting of the Opposition to-night, twenty-seven members signed a memorial to the Governor against dissolution. If it takes place, Macandrew will be opposed for tho Superintendency. £500 has been already subscribed towards opponents' expenses. Arrived : Wanganui. Sailed : Sydney Griffiths ; Hodda, for Newcastle. Mr. Reynolds addresses his constituents on Saturday. Invebcabgill, Tuesday, 8 p.m. At the nomination to-duy, there was a show of lmnds in favour of Cuthbertson. The poll takes place on Thursday. At a largo meeting Inst night, Wood declared liiuiself au adherent to Stafford. A vote of confidence was carried, although an amendment was moved by the other side.