LATIOST AUSTRALIAN.
Melbourne. Fob. 9
McCulloufrh has submitted his iron hand resolution, pointing out that majorities must rnlo, and stating that the intention of the Government was to obtain supplies for the payment of public creditors. A discussion ensued, during which Lalor was called to order, and requested to apologise ; refusing 1 to do so, he was adjudged of contempt, and ordered to attend in his place next day to explain his conduct. McLean called Ingles, another member, a d d sweep ;he also is called to explain his conduct. The House sat all night through with closed doors, and is still sitting, relays being told off on each side. Great deal of excitement ; the pvecincts of parliament being crowded. The Chief Secretary was hooted and groaned at. **" Telegrams are'received from tho cablelaying steamer Hibernia each day, up to' the latest 4-GO knots have been laid down, and all was going satisfactorily. The Pacific Company's Steamer Zealandia, which recently anivcd,'came out in 46 days, including detention. Sydney. Forster has been appointed AgentGeneral. Alex. Stuart has been appointed to the office of Treasurer. A letter was received from America inviting a rifle team to visit Philadelphia.
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Wanganui Herald, Volume X, Issue 2705, 14 February 1876, Page 2
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195LATIOST AUSTRALIAN. Wanganui Herald, Volume X, Issue 2705, 14 February 1876, Page 2
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