Cable News.

New Zealand Mail, Issue 1057, 2 June 1892, Page 32

Cable News.

By Electric Telegraph.— Oowriuhi. \ RISING IN MOROCCO. j (PKESS: ASSOCIATION.) Tangier, May 21. The natives have declared war against the Government in Morocco. The Sultan is massing his troops. BOSTON NEGROES ON THE WARPATH. New York, May 24. The negroes in Boston are forming secret societies and manufacturingbombs, in order to deal out revenge su* the lynching of some of their race: some months ago. PRESS SENSATIONALISM IN ENGLAND. London, May 22. The Standard regrets that English -journals should have encouraged the morbid desire for the details of Deeming s outrages, his trial and his execution. The paper characterises Deeming as a vulgar ruffian and the vilest of criminals. FRANCE FORTIFYING. Paris, May 23. France is greatly strengthening the forts on her north-eastern frontier. Pt?tyaTIONS OF A SHIPWRECKED ’ CREW. Brisbane, May 20. The barque Elizabeth, bound from ; Svdney to Rotterdam with a cargo of shale, struck on a rock 600 miles north- i east of Rockhampton. The captain and I crew remained on board for 16 days, and then the vessel sank. They put to sea in an open .boat, and had drifted for 15 days before being picked up by a passing steamer near Claremont Island. THE DISASTROUS WRECK OF AN IRONCLAD. Rio de Janiero, May 24. The Brazilian man-of-war reported to be lost is the Bahia. She had a number of troops on board. ANGLO-COLONIAL TRADE. PAPER BY MR HOW ARD VINCENT. London, May 25.

Mr Howard Vincent read a paper at the Society of Arts, Mr Munro, AgentGeneral for Victoria, presiding, on the expansion of colonial trade. He said the colonies deserved advantageous treatment because they would never go to war with the Motherland, whereas foreigners miMit. A commercial union between England and Australia would be impossible until the Australian colonies were federated. That movement was advancing slowly, and when federated Australia would maintain protection against the world, including Great Britain unless Canada s preferential treatment of the Mother Country proved a success. He complained of the unjust attack of the financial press on Australian credit, and defended the colonies for abstaining from assisted immigration. THE ENGLISH ELECTIONS. London, May 25. In view of the general election, the Marquis of Salisbury has addressed a meeting of 400 Tory electioneering agents. The Labour Electoral Congress is urging that the question of Payment of Members be made a test question at the coining general election. (PRESS ASSOCIATION.) London, May 24. The date of the general elections is fixed for the 14th June. London, May 26. The result of the division on the second reading of the Irish Local Government Bill is encouraging Ministers to push the Bill through, and the general election may possibly be delayed till it has passed. NATIVE REVOLT ON THE ZAMBESI. Mozambique, May 20. There has been a great rising against the Portuguese in the Zambesi territory, and the natives are pillaging and devastating the country in all directions. Oailimane is in a state of siege. English and German warships have been ° ordered to Quilimane to protect the interests of their respective countrios - Later. The revolt in the Zambesi district has been suppr ssed. VICTORIAN POLITICS. Melbourne, May 2b. Tn the Legislative Assembly, Mr Wheeler, Minister for Railways, moved that an address be presented to the Governor asking for the removal ot the Railway Commissioners. In doing so he declared that there was no course open to the Government but to seek the removal of the Commissioners. A petition was presented by _Mr Baker from the Commissioners asking that they be allowed an opportunity of defending themselves. The debate iVie adjourned. Melbourne, May 27. Mr J. G. Duffy has rejoined tne Cabinet, hub without portfolio. Mr F. C. Mason has been appointed Chairman of Committees ip the Legislative Assembly.

{. The debate on the motion praying for J; -the suspension of the Railway Comnus || sioners is not yet concluded, i' Melbourne, May 00. t ! The Government' lias decided not to l! grant a Select Committee to enquire into jj the circumstances connected with the ; suspension of the Railway Commissioneis, j but is willing, however, that the Commisj sioners may be heard from the Bar of the House. 1 A MELBOURNE LOAN SCHEME. Melbourne, May 26. The Metropolitan Board of Works has i authorised its chairman to proceed to j England, and place on the market deben I ture bonds for a 4 per cent loan of two j millions. A DEATH SENTENCE COMMUTED. Sydney, May 26. The death sentence pronounced on M'Crow for the murder of his wife, has been commuted to imprisonment for life.

THE CNITED STATES FLOODS. New York, May 25. A million acres in Tennessee and Arkansas have been submerged by the floods, and a great quantity of wheat is destroyed. New York, May 26. The city of Arkansas is submerged. The floods have occasioned great loss of The railways are stopped, and as the rivers are s ill rising, the floods are in ■creasing. ATROCITIES IN T-HE SOUDAN. Cairo, May 26. Further details have been received concerning the raid made by Dervishes on Suactda, near Wady Haifa. After they obtained command of the town, many of the inhabitants were subjected to terrible cruelties, a number of women and children being hacked to pieces. ARGENTINE AFFAIRS. Buenos Ayres, May 26. The Argentine Congress has opened. The president, in his address, said the financial s tuation was improving, and they were burning a million dollars worth of paper money monthly. IMPERIAL PARLIAMENT. London, May 26. Mr Clayden, formerly of New Zealand, will be a candidate for the Dulwich (Camberwell) seat in the House of Commons at the general election. In the House of Commons a Bill introduced by the Right Hon James Stansfeld, M.P. for Halifax, fixing the period of occupation by electors at three months, has passed its second reading by a majority of 200. The Government offered no opposition to the measure. COLOUR HATRED IN THE STATES. New York, May 26. The State Legislature of Kentucky has passed au Act to the effect that eveiy train must have a separate carriage for negroes. ; , The negroes, who are incensed at tne lynching of some of their race lately, are on the rampage in Tennessee, and an armed mob of them is marauding the district. MR DIBBS’ MISSION. Melbourne, May 27. The Premier of Tasmania has communicated with the Government expressing the willingness of his Government to join in Mr Dibbs’ mission to England with reference to the investment of English trust funds in Australian securities. ACCIDENT TO THE ENGLISH PREMIER. London, May 26. The Marquis of Salisbury had a marvellous escape from serious injury to-day. He was driving in Piccadilly, ' when his carriage capsized and was smashe l up. The coachman was injured, but the Premier escaped unhurt. OUR NEW GOVERNOR. Sydney, May 27. Among the passengers by the Hauroto, which sailed to-day for Wellington, are a number of Lord Glasgow’s tuite and servants. The Earl himself and his family will probably leave on Monday. SIR ROBERT HERBERT. London, May 27. At the banquet tendered to Sir Robert Herbert, who recently resigned the position of Permanent Under-Secretary to the Colonial Office, the Earl of Kimoerley presided. Among those present were Lords Abercorn and Brassey and the Agents-General for the colonies. Sn Robert Herbert, in responding to the toast of the evening, said he was convinced that it was within our power to deviso some means to secure a sound fiscal basis of Imperial Federation. The Times refers to this declaration by Sir R. Herbert as a remarkable one. (special.) ' London, May 27. St. James’ Gazette says it is possible that Sir Robert Herbert will be raised to the peerage. THE LONDON PRESS ON THE COLONIES. London, May 27. The Times, referring to the colonies, asserts that the Legislative Chambers do not respect the Governments, fvpd are 1

losing the country’s confidence. It further considers that a state of anarchy is approaching. (PRESS ASSOCIATION.) London., May 28. The St James Gazette advocates the formation of a Colonial Council in Australia on the lines of that estab'ished in India, and asserts that it would bo found to be of use in cases like the introduction of Kanaka labour. HOME POLITICS. London, May 27. Sir Charles Dilke will be a candidate for a seat in the House of Commons at the coming general election. The front benches of the Minis ( erial party in the House of Commons are ciia. cussing the date of the dissolution. Mr Balfour has announced that the dissolution will take place shortly. (special. ) London, May 27Lord Rosebery, speaking at Birmingham, declatcd that the Hon J. Chamberlain had converted one of the foremost Liberal towns into a Conservative pocket borough. BEHRING SEA DISPUTE. New York, May 27. The Government h <s agreed to submit to arbitration Witham and Webster’s claim for alleged illegal seizure of a British sealer in Behring Sea. (pkess association.) London, May 28. It is believed that the American Senate will ask President Harrison to induce Great Britain to al'ow the claims of Messrs Witham and Webster, respecting the seizure of a British sealer, to be submitted to arbitration. PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT OF CANADA. London, May 28. Replying to.EarlDunraven’sadvocacy of preferential treatment with regard to Canada, the Hon A. J. Balfour stated in the Flouse of Commons to-day that the adoption of such a policy would necessitate the cancellation of all British treaty engagements, especially the Zollverem, wlvch was of greater value to Great Britain than any benefit likely to be derived under the course proposed. DESTRUCTIVE CYCLONE IN KANSAS. Washington, May 28. _ A cyclone swept over Wellington in Kansas caus’ng considerable damage. The Opera House, four newspaper offices, a foundry, and four squares of houses were destroyed. It is reported that 500 persons are killed or injured, and as the debris is all ablaze, it is hard to say wkat the extent of the damage may be. THE UNITED STATES PRESIDENCY. ' Washington, May 22. The Republicans are urging Mr Blaine to stand for the Presidency, and it is likely that he will consent to do so. Washington, May 27. _ Mr Blaine’s friends assert that he will accept nomination for the Presidency. In political circles in town, the nomination of Secretary Blaine for the Presidency is looked on as certain, unless he once more declines the proferred honour. In some directions, the chances of Grover Cleveland ;igain being elected are said to be improving. The National Silver Conference refuses to support any candidate for the Presidency who will not favour the full restoration of the monetary system which was in existence prior to 1873.

RAILWAY COLLISION. London, May 26. Two express train* came into collision near Birmingham. . Both trains were much damaged, and one was only saved from toppling over a viaduct by the smart action of the vacuum brake. Two persons were killed. NEW STEAMERS FOR THE COLONIAL TRVDE. London, May 28 The New Zealand and Australian Steamship Company has lauuched the steamers Warrimo and 4Vallsend, which will be engaged in the Australian aid New Zealand trade. Their speed is guaranteed at 16 knots, and the vessels will carry 313 passengers, in addition to having the capacity for a cargo of 5000 tons. (special.) London, May 28. The Mistress Exuddart, one of the vessels destined to compete in colonial trade, has been launched, and visitors are delighted with the ship, which makes an excursion to Norway in July. SMALLPOX AT SYDNEY. Sydney, May 30. The steamer Warora, from Calcutta, has arrived hero with a serious case of smallpox oil board. The Health Officers have ordered the vessel into close quarantine. (special. ) DISESTABLISHMENT IN SCOTLAND. London, May 25. A motion providing for the disestablishment and disendowment of the Scotch' Church was defeated in the House of Commons by 56, and an amendment to the effect that it was desirable that the So tch Churches should re-qnite on a

national basis was carried by a majority of 70. THE TROUBLES IN BRITISH INDIA. Calcutta, May 25. Several conflicts have taken place between Sikhs and Malays at Paliang. "The latter burned several villages occupied by their opponents. The British troops have gained further victories in Lusliailand. SHIPPING AND COMMERCIAL. Sydney, May 25. Wheat, 4s lOd to 4s lid ; flour, stone makes Lll, roller brands Lll 10s to Lll 15s. Oat stocks have been further augmented by consignments from New Zealand ; feed is quoted at 2s 3d to 2s 6d ; seed, 2s 7d to 2s Bd. Maize, best dry, 2s 7d to 2s 9d ; bran easi< r, Is to Is 3d ; pollard, Is Id to Is 2d ; potatoes, New Zealand L2 5s to L2 10s, Circular Heads L37s6d to L 3 10s. Onion market quiet at L 3 10s to L 4 per ton. Butter is in good supply, dairy-made Is to Is Id, fac-tory-made 3s 21 to Is 3d. Cheese, also in good supply, 4d to sd. Bacon, machine cured 5d to6l, hand cured 64d to 7d, special makes 7-§d ; hams, colonial 6d to Bd, New Zealand lid to Is, English Is 14.

Arrived—Kate Tatham, from Napier ; Wilinga, from Whangaroa. Arrived—A’ameda, from Auckland. Sydney, May 27. Sailed—Hauroto, for Wellington. New Zealand potatoes are quoted at from L2 to L2 5s per ton. Melbourne, May 25. The wheat market is quiet; sales in small lots are reported at 4s 3d. The flour market is firm, and there is a fair demand for export ; stone makes, L 8 15s to L 9 ; roller brands, L 9 10?. Oats, firm, 2s 2d to 2s 4d. Melbourne, May 26. Sailed, yesterday—Talune, for the Bluff. Melbourne, May 27. Arrived, yesterdaj^—Taravrera. Melbourne, May 28. Sailed—Norwester, for Lyttelton. Adelaide, May 25. Wheat, 4s 3d to 4s 4d for oubports, 4s 5d at Port Adelaide ; flour, stone makes L 9 5s to L 9 12s 6d, roller brands L 9 15s to LlO 5s ; oats, 3s 3d to 3s 4d. Barley —Cape, 3s 6d to 3s 9d ; English malting, 4s sd. Bran, Is 2d ; pollard, Is 3d. London, May 15. A cargo of Australian wheat has been sold at 37s 9d.

London, May 25. The total quantity of wheat and flour afloat for the United Kingdom is 2,784,000 quarters, and for the Continent 1,276,000 quarters. Shares in the Bank of New Zealand (new issue), L 7 5s ; (old), L 5 ; National Bank of New Zealand, LI ss. The American visible supply of wheat is estimated at 40,400,000 bushels, and the market is rising. London, May 26. The total reserve in the Bank of England is L 16,595,000. The proportion of reserve to liabilities is 44*72. Consols, 97f. Three months’ bills, f per cent. New Zealand 4 per cent inscribed stock, 105 ; do 34, 97. New Zealand long-berried wheat, 37s 6d. For carsoes off coast sellers ask 36s 3d ; buyers offer 35s 9d. Wellington mutton, 4£d ; Canterbury lamb, sfd. New Zealand hemp is very flab. Good Wellington, L2l. Adelaide wheat, 38s 9d, market quiet ; Victorian, 38s. Sugar—German beet, 13s ; Java ditto, 15s 6d, market quiet. No. 1 best Scotch pig iron, f.o.b. in Clyde, 40s 9d. Silver, 3s 5.1-16 d per oz. •„ London, May 27. Arrived —Linlithgowshire, ship, from Wellington (23rd February). London, May 28. Tallow has undergone a decline of 3d. The English wheat market has experienced a general decline, the Continental is and the American firm. Capetown, May 26. The Ruapehu left to-lay for Hobart and Auckland. The New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company (Limited) have received, the following London cablegram, dated 20:h May :—Tallow is dull of sale, and arrivals are heavy. Good beef and fine mutton tallow is worth 25s and 263 6d per cwt respectively. New Zealand hemp—The market continues drooping, medium is worth Ll 9 per tori. Frozen meat —Beef market dull. Quotations have declined £d per lb, nominally. Mutton market weaker, and the price has declined |d per lb. Lamb —Market firmer, and price has advanced per lb. The New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company (Limited) have received the following Loudon cablegram, dated 27th May, 1892 .-—Tallow—The market is easier, and quotations have declined 3d per cwt since last report. Frozen meat—The mutton _ and lamb markets are quiet. Wbllingtou and Canterbury mutton is worth respectively 4d and 4fd per lb, Canterbury lamb is worth s§d per lb. The beef market is dull, and quotations are nominal. The market is overstocked with American beef, _ (PRESS ASSOCIATION.) Invercargill, May 30. There is considerable activity io the cafe

market. Northern opeculatora have purchased in Invercargill 90,000 sacks in one line, and other large transactions are pending.