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Te Aroha News, Volume VII, Issue 439, 22 January 1890, Page 4

The President of the United States, in a letter introducing Mr Patrick Egan to the President of the Republic of Chili, writes in the following terms “ Noble and worthy Friend, —I have chosen Patrick Egan, one of our most distinguished citizens, to-be resident within the dominion of your Excellency in the character of Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States of America. He will prove himself perfectly informed of the interests of both countries, and of our desire' to cultivate to the utmost extent the friendship which has for a long time existed between us. The knowledge which I have of his lofty character and intelligence assures me that he will diligently foster the interests and prosperity of both Governments, and that he will win the esteem of your Excellency.” Speaking of St. Andrew’s running at Napier, the local scribe of the Christchurch “ Referee ” says :—lf he trains on as he should do, this province will haye a good representative for Derby honours next year. He is remarkably fast at the start, and finishes with great determination and like a thorough stayer. Weight will not trouble him very much either, and although I am certain the Southern prack, . Pygmalion, could lower his colours this season, I should be inclined to give my vote tothe son of St. Leger and Scottish Lassie if. the, pair happen to meet? in the next Canterbury Derby. The Napier jumper Ariel ! been sold to go to Queensland, .< ' *