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Melbourne, June 24,' The Torres Straits mail steamer Flintshire, has been totally wrecked at Cleveland Bay, North Australia. All on board were saved. Madame Goddard and Blondin were passengers, and were in an open boat all night. They reached the shore in safety, but loat lost ail their" effects. It is doubtful whether the vessel will be saved. She struck on a ledge of rock at 5.30 on Monday afternoon, after leaving Townsville.
Three more bodies have been found on King’s Island and buried. One was identified as the second officer’s. A quantity of cargo has been washed ashore.
Diphtheria is preveient in the Maryborough district.
The steamer Easby and the schooner Mera have arrived. They are intended for the trade between Dpnedin and Newcastle. Mr’Fulton is on board the Easby. He has brought ont a valuable lot of sheep. The Easby was carried by the current to King’s Island, but saw the light in time. The Assembly has discussed the Constitution Bill in Committee, last night, as far as the second clause.
Sydney.
The steamer Mongol made the run to Hong Kong in 18 days, Dibbs and Co., who were insolvent eight years ago, have paid all their creditors’ claims in full.
The Hon. Saul Samuel was banqueted last night in recognition of his service in connection with the Californian mail service.
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Evening Star, Issue 3543, 1 July 1874, Page 3
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228LATEST AUSTRALIAN NEWS. Evening Star, Issue 3543, 1 July 1874, Page 3
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