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Waikato Times, Volume XXXI, Issue 2549, 10 November 1888, Page 2

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(by klkctbic tklkguaph—copymoht.) London, November 6. It is believed that General Harrison has carried the Presidential election. Prince Bismarck is anxious to resign. Mr Gladstone says lie will never retire whilst the Irish Question is unsettled. Parliament resumed its sittings to-day. The convention for the exchange , of money orders between France and the British Colonics has been ratified. The German Liberal pcgge has retorted to the Emperor'sJreproof in scathing articles which exhibit an unparalleled boldness on their part. November 7. Osman Digua still continues to attack Suakim with great vigour. Mr Gladstone addressed in Bingley Hall, Birmingham, and (iercely denounced the Government. The meeting was full of excitement. The Liberal Federation League at Birmingham passed resolutions in favour of single voting, simultaneous elections and shortening of Parliament. Seven hundred persons were drowned at Calcutta l.y the sinking of a ferry boat. The Maoris have defeated Tynemouth by two goals and a try to one try. General Gourke has delivered a very warlike speech at Warsaw, warning Austria and Germany that the Russian soldiers were unequalled. The Right Hon. Mr Chamberlain has gone to New York to marry Miss Endicott.