CABLEGRAMS. EUROPEAN.

Te Aroha News, Volume II, Issue 73, 25 October 1884, Page 3

CA B L E G R A M S. EUROPEAN.

LojvDOX, October 15. — The Transvaal Government having withdrawn their protection from the chief Montsioa, the English Government has directed Sir Hercules Robinson, Governor at the Cape, to establish British authority over his territory. Melbourne Gas Company's loan has been withdrawn from the market. The loan was being negotiated by the Bank of New South Wales, and the Bank of England has refused to continue to inscribe loans unless entrusted with the floating of them. Sir F. D. Bell is urging Lori Derby to sanction Sir George Grey's Pacific Annexation Bill. The Albert medal has been conferred on Dr. W. McGregor, C. W.G., Receiver-General of Fiji, for the gallantry he displayed in rescuing coolies from the wreck of the ship Syria. The new Oriental have made their first call of * 2 per share, which is payable on November 15. London, October 1G. — Colonel Warren, with a detachment of infantry, has been ordered to proceed to the Cape for the purpose of restoring the British authority in Bechuanaland. An Hungarian has been arrested at Liverpool, while landing from a vessel called the Lord Clive, with 30 packages of dynamite in his possession. At present the protectorate established over New Guinea will extend along the coast and adjacent country from the 143 st meridian to the East Cape, and also to the islands in Goschen Straits, including Kosman Island. Commodore Erskine will hoist the English flag at all points where it may be considered desirable. Instructions hay been given for two men-of-war to cruise on the New Guinea coast for the remainder of this year. Lord Derby will shortly grant the interview requested by the various AgentsGeneral. An impression prevails that England is arranging with Germany and France for a division of the Pacific Inlands. London, October 17. — In conformity with the advice of the Military Committee, the sum of £590,000 is to be assigned out of the Imperial Exchequer for defence works in the Australasian colonies. The works to be undertaken are not, however, yet named. London, Oct 17. — Six millions of 3 per cent, consols have been converted into 2^ per cent.; four millions into 2^ per cents. \ Obituary : Timothy D. Sulli\ an, the wellknown Home Ruler, representative for Westmeath in the House of Commons. London, October 17.— 1t is considered improbable that the Federation Enabling Bill will be introduced as expected, the English Government having been informed that the New South W r ales Parliament desire to discuss the measure prior to its introduction. London, October 17. — An attempt was made yesteiday to blow up the Grand Stand on the Houghton racecourse. A tin, containing dynamite, was found on the spot, with a burnt fuse attached, but the fuse had failed to ignite the explosive, and the attempt therefore failed. It is reported that the Hungarian who was arrested at Liverpool with dynamite in his possession has been found to be innocent, and has been released from custody. Germany has annexed Porto Spuio (sic). London, October 17. — Prime New Zealand frozen mutton is quoted to-day at G^d to 6|d per lb. A later message forwarded by the Press Association, says: — The retail butchers in London are paying a higher price for New Zealand mutton than for English mutton. London, October 19. — Admiral George Tyron, C.8., sails for Australia on December 4th. The Chinese claim a great victory over the French forces at Tamsui on the loth. An exodus of the Chinese inhabitants of Shanghai is taking place. Mr H. 0. Forbes, the explorer, will probably sail for New Guinea shortly. Mr Blackbourne, the celebrated English chess champion, will leave on a visit to Sydney on October 28th for the benefit of his health. Intelligence received states that the town of Panama is virtually in a stage of siege. London, October 19. — In an article on colonial defences, the "Times" says that England ought te take the initiative respecting the defence of the Australian ports, and with a little assistance the colonial navy could bb converted into apowerful auxiliary. It is announced that Her Majesty's ships Nelson and Diamond will be recommissioned, and will remain on the Australian station. London, October 19. — The several Agents General meet on Monday to discuss the various questions to be brought forward at the forthcoming interview with Lord Derby. The quotations for Australian wheat cargoes are unchanged. London, October 20. — The Finance Committee have reported favourably on the cost of the Recidiviste Bill, which was referred to them by the Senate for consideration. No allotments of sharo3 have yet been made in the Peith Land Agency Company. The Agents-General of the several colonies have as yet settled nothing amongst themselves as to the approaching interview with Lord Derby. They are now finally consulting their respective Governments, London, October 20. — It is currently stated here that the British expedition into the Soudan will advance towards Khartoum early in November, by which time it is believed all the preparations will have been made, and the Nile will be in a favourable condition for the passage of the troops by boat. The French Government deny that China gained a victory over their troops at Tamsui, and reassert their claim to having defeated the Chinese. The cholera epidemic has almost ceased in France, and reports from Italy show a decrease in the daily number of deaths from the difease. The cargo of frozen meat per lonic is in excellent condition. India will be represented at the Colonial Exhibition to he held in London in 1886. The right of succession to the Duchy of Brunswick will be decided by Germany. The Tichborne Claimant, Arthur Orton, was released from prison to-day. Arrived : S.s. lonic, from Wellington. ILondon, October 20.— The Tichborne Claimant, Arthur Orton, was released from prison to-day. London:, October 21.— A Roman Catholic mission is proceeding to New Guinea. H.M.S. Lark, a sur/ey vessel, has been commissioned for the Australian station. London, October 21. — Major-General Scratchley will sail by the P. and O. Bteamer Ballarat on November 20. He will probably be allowed carte blanche to arrange with the Colonial Ministries respecting New dulnea. He will, in |all probability, also exercise a partial control in the affairs of the Western Pacific. The Melbourne Gas Company's loan of £197,000 has been floated. 188 tenders were sent in, covering £407,200. The average is £102 Os 4d. London, October 21.— The blockade of the Island of Formosa has been notified, general De Lisle, in command of the French

troops in Tonquin, has made a demand for a farther reinforcement of 10,000 men. St. Petersburg, October IS. — Six officers and two women who were sentenced to death for complicity in the Nihilist conspiracy wore executed to-day. St. Petersburg, October 20. — A most destructive tiro occurred to-day in one of the principal streets of Moscow, causing the total destruction of eighty shops. The damage is estimated at 3,100,000 roubles (£500,000 sterling). Berlin, October IS. — The death is announced of William, Duke of Brunswick, aged 78. Caiko, October 15.— The Egyptian Government have decided to cancel the pro clamation by which the suspension of the CaisseDe La Dette Publique was announced on September 17, and have ordered that the revenues assigned to the Caisse shall continue to be paid, as in the past. The International Commission will therefore continue to exercise- control over the same as provided by the law of liquidation. Cairo, Octobor 17. Intelligence has been received from the Soudan that many tribes are deserting from the Mahdi, but that at the same time others hitherto loyal are joining his ranks. General Gordon is sending a considerable force to occupy Berber, recently retaken by him from the rebels. Cairo, October 20. It has been decided to limit the strength of the Egyptian army to 3,000 men, but at the same time materially increase the police force. Cairo, October 20. — Lord Northbrook will return to England at the close of the present week. It has been decided to limit the strength of the Egyptian army to 3,000 men, but at the same time to materially increase the police force. Hongkong, October 15. — The French claim that they obtained a great victory over the Chinese near Langson, Tonquin, on the 10th inst. The accounts state that the general and three thousand of hi 3 officers and men were killed. The French loss is set down at twenty killed and ninety wounded. • Hong Kong, October 20. — Intelligence has been received from Tonquin that the Chinese recently attacked the French posi tion at Inyenguyedi but were repulsed with heavy loss. ITo>'G Kong, October 21.— A1l the ports in the Island of Formosa are now blockaded by the French fleet. Ni;w York, October 15. — The Republicans have carried the day in Ohio in the choice of electors for the election of President and Vice-president next month. Kew York, October 20 — Governor Cleveland, of New York State, and a candidate for the Presidency, was assaulted to-day at Albany, but escaped uninjured. Tho assailant w as arrested. New York, October 21. — A most disastrous fire has occurred at Carthage, a town in this State, on Black liiver. Numerous houses, factories, and several churches have been totally destroyed, and great loss of property resulted.