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Galle, July 15. A complimentary dinner ha 3 been given to Sir John Young. The Duke of Edinburgh landed at Portsmouth on the 26th June, in robust health ; and has been feted everywhere. A thanksgiving day is appointed by the Queen for his recovery. The Treason Felony Bill of New South Wales is returned for amendment. Australia won the rifle match by two points. Lynch (Sydney), takes first prize. The Abyssinian captives arrived in England on the 27th June. Parliament has voted thanks to General Napier, and it is said he will be offered a Peerage. The Princess of Wales has given birth to a Princess. President Johnston has issued a proclamation pardoning southern rebels. Pope Hennessy is not to be Governor of South Australia. Some think Governor Eyre will receive the appointment. The Queen has received 20,000 persons at Windsor. The Irish Church Appointment Suspension Bill has been thrown out by the Lords after three days debate — majority 192 to 97.
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Grey River Argus, Volume VI, Issue 404, 15 August 1868, Page 3
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