(BY TELEGRArH.— OWN CORRESPONDENT.)

Thames, thi3 day. Mr George Dowsie, aged 53 years, was found dead in bed this morning, the cause being heart; disease. Ho had been a resi dent of the Thames since the opening of the goldfield, and was highly esteemed and respected. Deceased was a member of the old Thames, Scottish, and Rifle Rangers' Volunteers, and was for twelve years one of fche representatives of this districb ab bhe New Zealand Rifle Association annual com petition. He was well known in Auckland. Deceased, who was unmarried, was in in dependent circumstances.
LORD ONSLOW.
(BY TELEGRAPH. —OWN CORRESPONDENT.)

Christchorch, this day. Referring *o the departure of the Go vernor, tho "Press " says : " Lord Onslow, in succeeding- Mir William Jervois, bad un doubtedly a difficult position to occupy, yet we venture to say fchafc during the short term he has been a' head of a Hairs ho has also succeeded in winning equally with his uro decessor rhe hearts, sympathy and sincere respect of the people of New Zealand. We tru3fc the' present system may long continue in operation, and that the Crown and colonies may be fortunate enough, to secure the services of such a Governor as Lord Onslow. As long as such continues to be the case, we have no fear, as far as New Zealand is concerned, of the loyalty of the population."

THE WELLINGTON SHOW.
(B\ TELEGRAPH. —J'RKSS ASSOCIATION.)

Wellington, this day. Tub weather is fine for fche first day of bhe Agriculfctval and Pastoral Show. There is a fair attendance. Judging proceeding.
STRESS OF WEATHER.
