CABLE SUMMARY.
Teuuiijle earthquakes have been experienced in the north-east of Japan, and the island of Juan Fernandez has been practically destroyed. A shock has also been experienced in France, which lasted ten seconds. Mr Dillon offers to retire and loyally serve any leader of the Irish party who may be chosen. Ho states he is not. anxious.for election. .The Convention in Dublin resolved that it is imperative that the Irish should be absolutely independent of all English parties. The Democrats of Tndinnopolis have, after President Cleveland declined, nominated General Palmer for the Presidency. It is stated by the Vienna Press that France and llussih have concluded a defensive alliance, deciding tire assistance to bo rendered if either country is attacked irt one or two quarters. '1 bo death is announced of Mr Julian Thomas, better known to the public under the nom-dc-phtmo “The Vagabond.” The Cretan Deputies have accepted the scheme of reforms. This is regarded as a triumph for Lord Salisbury. Tne Hon. E. Blake has declined a judgeship ; also art appointment otr .the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council
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Waikato Argus, Volume I, Issue 26, 8 September 1896, Page 3
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182CABLE SUMMARY. Waikato Argus, Volume I, Issue 26, 8 September 1896, Page 3
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