An action for conspiracy has been commenced by Messrs Lysaght and Co., galvanised iron and wire manufacturers, against the English shipping " ring," the members of which have " boycotted " Messrs Lysaght and Co. and refused io accept cargo from them, on account of their having shipped other consignments through Messrs Lyser and Co., who are endeavouring to break clown the monopoly. The iron barque Astronomer, Captain Day has been totally wrecked. The relations between Greece and Turkey, in consequence of the persistent refusal of the former to disband her forces, which since the Koumelian embroglio she has been concentrating on the frontier, despite the threats of the con> bined Powers, are becoming alarming. The Greek Government continue to increase their forces, and a collision between Turkey and Greece is now imminent. It is probable that in the event of war being declared the Powers will resolve to maintain a neutral position. Mr Gladstone has resolved to depart to some extent from his original intentions with regard to Ireland. He has decided now that he will not proceed with the laud-purchase scheme until the Tory party, representing the land lords, demand it. Mr Gladstone will announce the policy he proposes to adopt for the pacifica tion of Ireland in the House of Commons on April 5.
The Imperial Government have communi cated with the Agents-general for the Colonies with reference to the emigration question. The Government intimate that they are willing to pay the entire passage-money of married per sons in the ranks of the unemployed, paupers not be included, if tne Colonies will consent to receive them.
