TELEGRAPHIC INTELLIGENCE.
Wellington, April 18, I*lo p.m. The Omeo brings Melbourne dates up to the 11th instant. The Prince sailed homewards on the 6th, from Sydney. He suggested that the fate of O’Farrell should be left to the Queen’s decision, but the Government have determined upon his execution, which will take place on the 21st instant. No Ministry has yet been formed in Victoria. Mr. Riddell has relinquished the attempt; Mr. Sladen was sent for by the Governor, but declined the task. The Geelong cloth mills are producing 1,000 yards weekly. Ip the Maribyrnong lottery for Mr. Fishers stud, Sayne and Co. drew Fishhook, and the colt Julius fell to Mr. J. G. Smith, of Dunedin. There is a rise in flour at Melbourne. £2l 15s. is now asked. Diggers are returning in great numbers from Queensland ; and the reported rushes are considered swindles. The Government of New South Wales offer £250. re ward for convictions under the Treason Felony Act.— Mail.
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Marlborough Express, Volume III, Issue 114, 25 April 1868, Page 5
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