CABLEGRAMS.

Oamaru Mail, Volume IV, Issue 1023, 31 July 1879, Page 2

CABLEGRAMS.

(t:ErrKi:".-:TKLE(;i:A.M I'Ki: i'!:E-SS association). London, July 20. The estimated quantity of wheat afloat for Great Britain to-day is 1,430,000 quarters. Major Cavagiiari and the lending Afghan generals are to be appointed Knights of the Bath. (.SPECIAL TO MELIIOtRNE ACE.) Londo.s", Julv 30. Serious riots have occurred at Philippopolis between Bulgarians and Mussulmans. Dangerous consequences are feared. A deputation interviewed the British Government to express opposition to the granting of postal subsidies. The Government recommended the postponement of the discussion of the matter until Parliament had considered the whole question. Catherine Webster, prior to her execution, confessed her crime. New Zealand debentures are in active demand. (KKCTKK'STKLECKAM. PKIJPKESS ASSOCIATION.) Melbourne, July 31. The Budget is much disapproved of. The discussion on the proposed taxation takes l'lace to-night. Wi liani Ireland has been released. A portion of the duplicate cable has arrived at Singapore. (SPECIAL TO PKK.SS ASSOCIATION.) Adelaide, July 30. It is intended to test Echunga for diamonds. An attempt was made to upset a special train conveying Mr. Higginbotham near Gnmbier. An iron rail was placed across the track, but the engine guard thrust it oiF. Adelaide wheat is w rth -"is 4d to 5s Gd. The market is dull.