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South Canterbury Times, Issue 3314, 15 November 1883, Page 3

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. By Electric Telegbaph—Oopybight] [Renter's Agency]. THIS DAT. (Received Nov. 15,1883, 12.10]p.m,) A New Commander. Pabis, Nov. 13. Admiral Franquet has been appointed to succeed Admiral Pandolphe in command of the French naval squadron in the Pacific. Madagascar Troubles. Intelligence is to hand from Madagascar that the Hovas in considerable force are now occupying a strong position about seven miles from Tamatave, and are prepared to vigorously resist the projected advance of the French troops on Tananarive. Fighting in Tananarive. Capetown, Nov. 13. Telegrams have been received from Zululand, announcing that two severe engagements have been fought between several Zulu tribes, and the followers of Hsibepu, resulting in the route of the latter on both occasions. Rebellious Subjects. Belgrade, Nov. 14. The rebellion in this country is rapidly extending. News is to hand that a most formidable rising occurred at Kruchevatz, near Alexinatz, in the South Coast, the latter town being now in complete possession of the rebels. All the available troops have been sent to the scene of the rising, and an engagement with the insurgents is imminent. The Crown Prince. Berlin, Nov. 14. The departure of the Crown Prince for Madrid, has been postponed until Saturday next. [Received Nov. 15, 1883, 1.6 p.m.J The Rev. Mr Strong. Melbourne, Nov. 15. An enthusiastic meeting was held last night at the Town Hall, for the purpose of bidding farewell to the Rev. Charles Strong, late of Scots Church, who leaves for England to-day. The Presbyterian Assembly, has, for the past two days,been discussing the Eev McEachran’s charges against Mr Strong. The latter was invited to attend the Assembly last night, but declined, declaring that the charges against him imputed dishonesty, and were dishonorable. Fenian Trial. London, Nov. 14, The trial of the Fenian, Pool, for the murder of Mr Kenny, has been proceeding in Dublin for some days past. The case concluded yesterday, but tie jury were unable to agree upon a verdict and were discharged.