Turmoil in Spain as Governor assassinated and cabinet tensions rise
The article reports price fluctuations on the Exchange and fears of cabinet dissension as civil authorities investigate the Burgos Civil Governor's assassination on the eve of a cathedral inventory. The secretary escaped injury and arrests were made while military inquiry proceeds. A Times Berlin correspondent notes the Duke of Aosta as favored by France for the Spanish throne.
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Walewski To Deliver Powers' Declaration To Greece
Count Charles Walewski has left Marseilles to deliver the declaration of the Powers to the Greek Government arriving in Athens by Wednesday the 27th inst. Greece’s reply likely by Friday or Saturday. The Turkish fleet has withdrawn for Crete and Enosis protections await tribunal decisions. The Viceroy of Egypt offers 59 000 men. Patrie says two ironclads built for Chilean use were purchased for the Ottoman fleet.
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Australia notes after Poverty Bay massacre spread
Telegrams from Melbourne and Sydney dated January reveal no second massacre in New Zealand. Reports describe the Poverty Bay attack on November 10, with 54 killed or wounded including friendly Maories. settlers and families were attacked at dawn as they lived in scattered homesteads. Names of several victims are listed.
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Foreign Miscellany Note: May Parliament Dissolution
The King of Portugal dissolves Parliament and calls a new assembly to meet on May 4. Bombay reports ongoing, widespread earthquake damage in Assam. Queen Olga of Greece is seen in Athens with her baby, exchanging greetings with mothers. Countess de Sartiers, raised Protestant, has embraced the Papal faith. Siamese twins in Paris consult surgeon Nelaton about possible separation. Crown Advocate appeals in Ewald case, causing tensions. Paraguay war reports from Monte Video suggest Brazilian victory at Villeta was not decisive. Paraguayans still occupy Augustina. Lopez remains at Villeta. Bishop of Trieste hurt amid Ultramontane demonstrations.
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Marquise Patti Debuts in St Petersburg Amid Frenzied Reception
Reports from St Petersburg describe Adelina Patti's arrival and near official welcome by Imperial theatre leaders. Her debut drew frenzied crowds, with fashion and perfumes named after her, reflecting her star status in the Russian capital.
Renfrewshire Win for Home Secretary Bruce in Polls
The Home Secretary, Bruce, is returned without opposition for Renfrewshire. He pledged to push government reform, handle Irish Church issues, reduce taxation, and improve criminal supervision after transportation ended. Other notices mention Green Price resigning to clear path for Marquis of Hartington, Drogheda election moves, and Norwich party split concerns.
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