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Hawke's Bay Times, Volume IX, Issue 469, 11 April 1867, Page 3

Tub Governor's Movements. —We understand that, on Tuesday next, his Excellency the the Governor will distribute the prizes amongst the successful competitors at the colonial rifle match, and that, on Wednesday, he will leave for Nelson m H.M.S. Brisk. His Excellency’s subsequent movements are uncertain, but it is generally expected that he will proceed to the Northern settlements, and visit amongst other places, the island of Kawau,—Wellington Independent, 6th April Tauranga. —The Argus of Saturday, 30th ultimo, says:—“ Mr. Clarke, who represents the Government at Rotoura, is still at the seat of war, and no doubt is carefully watching every opportunity to let loose Major M Donnell and his gallant force, wEo are eager to be at it. There is one thing that has materially militated against any advance upon the enemy, and that ia, amongst our own brave Arawas there is a certain clique, with that notable chief, Wiremu Maihe, at their head, who are near relatives of the Hau-haus who are residing at the Pahima settlements, and who, though not supposed to be in open arms, are actually supplying provisions and otherwise assisting the enemy. Maihe and his people are believed to bo holding consert with these people, affording them every information of what is going on amongst our force; in fact, it is said that had it not been for the emissaries sent to the Hau-haus, the pah which our force went to attack last week would not have been found evacuated. We hope now, as i, has been proved beyond a doubt that the Waikato natives are fighting against us, that the Government will afford every opportunity for Major M’Donuell and Ur. Clarke following up those fiends and putting an end to the war ia the Tauranga district.

Mb Bright and his Workpeople.— On Friday evening, 26tk January, a meeting of about 1200 of the workpeople of Messrs John Bright and Brothers was held in the Public-hall of Rochdale, to present to the hon. member for Birmingham an address expressive of their entire sympathy with, and sincere respect for him under the malignant slandefs which had been urged against him as their employer. The address, which was moved, seconded, and supported by working-men in Mr Bright’s employ, after speaking of the attacks on his private character as base and unfounded, said he had always endeavored to improve their moral, social, and intellectual we!-being; while, as a public character, hia best endeavors had been made to raise the great wealth-producing class to the full rights of oitiaensbip. It prayed that his life as an employer and statesmen might be long, spared. The address was carried and presented to Mr Bright, who was present by invitation, accompanied by expressions ol warm affection and great cheering.—European Tunes.