African Affairs.

Hokitika Guardian, 11 February 1922, Page 3

African Affairs.

AUSTRALIAN AND N.Z. CABLE ASSOCIATION DE WET’S FUNERAL. CAPETOWN, February 9. Ten thousand attended General de Wet’s funeral, representative of all classes. General glmuts, Mr Hertzog, and ex-President Reitz delivered addresses. Burghers fired a volley over the grave. De Wet was buried alongside his old comrade, President Steyne.

THE STRIKE ACTION. CAPETOWN, February 9. The Executive of the Industrial Federation declare no advantage is gained by declaring a general strike. It is understood Government proposes to establish a Board comprising representatives of the Chamber of Mines, and industrial chairman with plenary powers to report to Parliament, but not to function until Ithe present crisis is passed: TRAIN’S ESCAPE. CAPETOWN, February 9. In connection with the derailment 6f Rhodesian passenger train oh Tuesday night, a few miles south of Johannesburg it is stated to be caused through the removal of a rail. The prompt action of the driver in stopping the train averted a disaster. None were injured. OUTRAGES REPORTED. CAPETOWN, oFbruary 9. A number of alleged outrages, including the blowing up of the electric light standard is reported. Some were reported to be harmless explosions, probably only by persons in unlawful possession of dynamite, getting rid of it. Six Dutchmen and a Britisher were arrested at Robinson deep mine on charges of inciting public violence. A large but peaceable demonstrations was held to demand the release of the arrested leaders.

THE CAPE STRIKE

CAPETOWN, Feb. 9. It is understood the Union Government proposes to establish a Board comprising representatives of the Chamber of Mines and industrial organisations, with an independent chairman, with plenary powers, to report to Parliament, but not to function until the present crisis has passed. The Executive of the Industrial Federation declare that no advantage is to he gained by declaring a general strike. In connection with the derailment of a Rhodesian passenger train on Tuesday night a few miles south of Johannesburg, it is stated the cause was through the removal of a rail. Prompt action by the driver in stopping the train averted a disaster. Nobody was injured.