AUSTRALIAN NEWS.
Melbourne, Jnne 33. The death of Sit Alexander Stnfert was mentioned in the Assembly on the same evening, when It was suggested sa a com* pliment to the deceased gentleman’s 'i memory that the House should adjourn. Mr Gillies rep'ied that he would do so ' wHling'y, Ad move the adjournment of the House had there been any precedent ' for such a course, and had the state of public business justified it. j A large deputation from the Presby- • terian Church of Victoria waited on the f Premier yesterday to urge the desirableness of taking steps to protect British interests in the New Hebrides. Fhi speakers stated that they were much con* ! corned about the missions established i by the Church in these Islands, and alarmed at ths probability of French interference. They pointed out that th French flag had been hoisted on th Island of Efate, where the Rev Mr Ms donsld, Victorian Missionary, w located. The deputation did not nr v British annexation of the Islands, bu°> protection for British subjects. ~ ~ Gillies expressed sympathy with the views of the deputation, and promised he would communicate with the Government.
Sydney, June 23. Sir John Robertson baa retired from political life. In bis address to the electors of Mudgee, he said increased feebleness compelled him reluctantly to resign his seat, and his own business affairs demanded what powers be possessed. “ Besides," in added, “my retirement may facilitate a new and beneficial combination in the Assembly.’’ Last night Sir Patrick Jennings feelingly referred to Sir I* Robertson's political career, and the higlt esteem in which he was held. Behoved—- “ That his letter of has just been read, he entered npon the records of the House.” Sir H. Parkes also eulogised Sit J. Robertson’s services. ' Sir H. Parkes has been elected leader of the Opposition in place of Sir J Robertson. Adelaide, J one 22. The break up of the drought and tin news of an increase in the price of #de has caused considerable excitemoh throughout the Colony. The aspect a affairs is considered more hopeful. |
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Ashburton Guardian, Volume V, Issue 1276, 29 June 1886, Page 2
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346AUSTRALIAN NEWS. Ashburton Guardian, Volume V, Issue 1276, 29 June 1886, Page 2
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