TELEGRAMS.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 3933, 24 September 1874, Page 2

TELEGRAMS.

Wellington, September 23rd. Mr Borlase, the Mayor, is bringing an action against Mr Ludlam, of the Hntt, fora libel. contained in certain words used at a recent meeting, and which, it is said, reflect upon his character and capabilities as Provincial Solicitor.

Auckland, September 23rd. There has been a very severe westerly gale blowing all day, and £15,000 worth of damage has been done to the shipping at the wharf. The vessels Thames, East Lothian, Harriet Armitage, Nonpareil, and Mera have been damaged by grinding against the wharf. The gale is moderating.

Napier, September 23rd. The Diocesan Synod met yesterday. The Bishop delivered, a long address upon the affairs of the Church, and called attention to the spreading of intemperance. He recommended the consideration of the subject to the earnest attention of the Synod.

New Plymouth, September 23rd. Controller Fitzgerald is now here, inspecting the books of the various Government departments.

Land is changing hands at fair prices. Mr Vavasour, of Wellington, has purchased Mr Win. Boyle's Totaramaka property at £8 per aore. Mr Drake, of Wellington, has bought Mr Dwight's farm at Araroa, at £3 10s per acre. Some land in Devon street has been sold at £12 per foot, and in the centre of the town from £15 to £20 per foot is asked.