CABLE NEWS.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume IX, Issue 2902, 18 May 1888, Page 2

CABLE NEWS.

London, May 15. The Peninsular and Oriental Company's steamer Arcadia did a trial trip yesterday, and averaged 15 knots per hour. ' Ottawa, May 16. The Canadian Government are protesting against the reckless emigration of English paupers to Canada. London, May 15. The Earl of Carnarvon, in the House of Lords has given notice of his intention to ask the Government whether they intend to restrict the entry of foreign cruisers into colonial harbours. The Morning Post in referring to the subject, expresses an opinion that it is difficult to see how the

demands of the colonies can be refused I. without danger of England becoming engaged in a conflict with them, which may have serious results. London, May 16. In the House of Commons, .theEight Hon. W. H. Smith introduced the Imperial Defence Besolutions. In doing this, lie stated that the Colonies recognised that they must assist to protect their own -interests. He submitted that the annual charge for the defence of the mercantile, ports and stations was deficient. Mr.Labouchere objected to the expenditure of any money upon the colonies, and he thought that Australia should pay for her own defences and contribute towards the cost cf the chief diplomatic service. Mr Goschen defended Australia, aud said the money expended in colonial defences was simply advanced to the colonies. He explained that the Imperial Government was forced to protect Australian commerce, as most of the vessols used in carrying goods there were owned by England. Lord George Francis Hamilton, Firßt Lord of the Admiralty, stated that arrangements had been come to by which it was agreed that the cost of colonial defences should be defrayed equally by England and Australia. Mr James Maclean, M.P. for Oldham, said he was glad to see that the colonies recognised their responsibility and were willing to contribute towards the defence of the Empire and Australasia. The resolutions were carried by 85 the 37.

London, May 16,

The improvement in the ships of the auxilary squadron is due to the adoption of improved designs for men-of-war by the Continental Powers. Mr Stanhope stated that most of the gnus required for the fleet are far advanced to completion.

Mr Labouchere accused the Soudan continent of being guilty of misconduct. Lord Charles Beresford warmly defended them, declaring they were splendid soldiers, and their discipline excellent. Colonel Bridgman and Captain Price said the behaviour of the Contingent were admirable. London, May 15.

Lieutenant - General Sir Andrew Clarke, C.8., formerlv InspectorGeneral of Fortifications, deprecates the panic which has arisen over the defence system. He maintains that the defences are now stronger than they have been for years. Sir Andrew warmly eulogises the efforts of the Colonies to secure the defence of the Empire, and urges the completion of the defence of all the coaling stations, which are already weir in hand , and insists that they should be well garrisoned and kept in readiness for war.

Sir Charles Dilke, in a • magazine article, contends that the real danger tp be feared is that Russia and France may attack England, aud states that bqth powers are building an enormous number of fast cruisers, whioh, should they in the event of war operate against England, would cripple the trade of the country. The House of Commons has agreed to vote £50,000 to be placed on the Navy Estimate' for an auxiliary squadron. The ships are to be completed in March 1890. Replying to Mr Laboucbere, in the House of Commons, Lord Charles BeresforJ said everyone in the Sqiul»U felt grateful to Australia for the assistance rendered the Government by the Np\v South Wales Contingent. He also, said that the necessary guns for the defence of coaling stations would be completed in three years. Iu future Government intend to order guns the same time that an order was given for ships. May 16..

The Standard defends Lord Wolsely and applauds him for his frank, plain statements, whioh have left a profound and wholesome impression on the country. The Daily Telegraph urges that no outlay should be spared to place the city of London and the coast line iu a thorough state of defence to ensure the safety of the Kingdom.

The new war vessels to be constructed for the Australian • squadron will be an improvement on the Archer type, and will be longer, heavier faster and better armed than the Colonial Conference expected.

Australian News. Sydney, May 17. On the motion of the second reading of the Chinese Restriction bill, Sit' 11, fyrkes.said the meagre adopted the principle of the Treaties betweeu England and China, it extendad to Chinese subjects' the same rights as were extended to British subjects in China and no treaty was violated by its provisions. In a strong spe&ch tUo Premier proceeded to disclaim any hostility to the Chinese, His only gronntl of opposition to their inInduction was tho belief that it was the duty of New South Wales to preserve the type of the British nation pure, and not on any consideration to admit an element of an inferior character tQ detract from their nationality, He denied that the Government had aoted hastily, T|ib Imperial Government M received ample notice. Neither for Her Majesty's ships for war.neither for Her Majesty's representative on the spot, nor for the Secretary of state, did his Government intend to turn aside from their purpose, which wfs tQ terminate the landing of the Chinese for ever, except under the provisions of a Biill, which praptioelly amounted to prohibition. The Chinese would have to reside in places prescribed by the QoTWHWUt, am} obtain passport? when

travelling. They would not be allowed to engage in mining, but other pursuits would Be free to them. The Bill was v . read ii second time on the voices. 1 > Sydxey, May 16. ; Lord Camnglon has his visit to Norfolk Island. ■■ . M'Kee, tbo railway stationmaster at Hay, committed suicide to-day, It is - stated thathis accounts were falsified, and that the defalcations are about £IOOO. Melbourne, May 16. Owing to the recent splendid rains, a great harvest is expected throughout the Agricultural districts. > Brisbane, May 17. Two gold prospecting expeditions to New Guinea have been sanctioned by the Commissioner. London, May 16. • The Daily News says the despatch of Sir Henry Parkes on the Chinese question breathes, iefiauco to England, v and will not strengthen Lord Salisbury's hands in his parleyings the Chinese Government. The Imperial Government are in a dilemma on the Chinese question, owing to the action of the Australian colonies. They are in active correspondence with the Chinese Minister on -', the subject. . '".'v. '■% In the House of CommoiuuMr v c' 4 Henniker Heatou demanded tli®ro- -. . ductionof Sir Heury Parkes' protest against the : influx of Chinese, also y copies of all treaties between England and China. Mr W.-H. Smith replied < iliat the Government could not comply with the request. !■ Sydney, May 16. _ The Chinese Restriction Bill is 4

being discussed in the House, and is generally well received, though some members protest against the action ef the Government in showing such haste in the mate, and deprecate the attitude assumed towards the Imperial authorities.

A petition has been presented to Parliament by the Chinese resident praying that the present legislation may not affect their rights, and that it may not affect those who have left the colony hoping, under the privileges of the present law, to return.