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SUMMARY & REVIEW OF EASTERN NEWS. THE Punjaub continues to be the spot to which the eyes of all observers of Indian politics are turned. The scene has been for some time sufficiently dull, but it has recently been enlivened by a movement on the part of the Rajah GOOLAB SINGH, which is not only highly characteristic, but which seems likely to accelerate the crisis which sooner or later must arrive. This chief having removed a large portion of his treasure to a fort called Reenassee, believed to be impregnable (Orientals have great faith in the impreg

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nability of forts), entrenched himself at Jumboo, and assembled there a formidable force. Troops were despatched against him by the parties holding authority in Lahore. They were distributed into three divisions, and the chief command assigned to LALL SINGH, or assumed by him. On the arrival of this force in the vicinity of Jumboo, it appears that GoOLAB SINGH was not precisely in that condition of preparation which he thought desirable, and he accordingly resorted to negotiation not only with the commander LALL SINGH, but also, like a prudent man anxious to make all safe, with the troops. LALL SINGH, although he had opened the campaign with some éclat, having captured the small fort of Deveeghur, in the neighbourhood of his camp, and although, moreover, he seems to have been aware that the main object of GoOLAB SINGH was to gain time, consented, nevertheless, to send negotiators, in place of artillery, to Jumboo-a proceeding not readily to be accounted for, except by reference to the supposition that he could not help himself, the troops being previously engaged in negotiations on their own account. If, however, LALL SINGH abstained from any hostile demonstration, he took the precaution of ascertaining the strength and condition of the forces in his own camp by reviewing them, and, according to a statement in the Delhi Gazette, averred to be derived from an authentic source, they consisted of about 8,000 infantry, 1,000 cavalry, and 50 guns and mortars. Knowing the influence of ready money, LALL SINGH made each battalion a present of five hundred rupees, and then awaited the result of the negotiation. The object of GOOLAB SINGH being to remove his unwelcome visitors to a greater distance, his endeavours were sedulously directed to this end, and the result of the preliminary proceedings was the arrangement of a meeting to take place at a spot between the positions of the belligerent parties, where MEEAN PUNNEA, on the part of his father, GOOLAB SINGH, was to receive deputies from the other side. The meeting, in sporting phrase, came off, but the precise date is not ascertainable; it must, however, have been about the 26th or 27th of February. The result was, that GOOLAB SINGH was to be gratified by the return of the troops whence they came, but they, on the other hand, were to be gratified by a considerable present, the Khalsa being great admirers of the principle of law which presumes nothing to be given without a consideration. It is said that GOOLAB SINGH had, at an early period of the negotiations, expressed great affection for the Khalsa troops, intimating, at the same time, his belief that their services were sadly underpaid, and his intention, if the reins of ministerial power should ever fall

into his hands, of raising their pay very considerably. These assurances were gratifying to the extent of their value, but that value was very justly appreciated, and in the eyes of the Khalsa a small quantity of hard money is better than folios of showy sentiments. The process of bargaining accordingly commenced. There were two parties to be considered-the soldiers, and the state which they nominally served; for it was not thought decent altogether to pass over the latter. The share of the soldiers was fixed at five lacs, and they were to be paid down; for the state fifty lacs were demanded, but this claim was very judiciously left for future adjustment. Deputies were to proceed to Jumboo to bring away the money, and they were received there with all honour. The treasure was duly counted out, and after the sojourn of a night, the deputies loaded it on camels and mules, and set off in high spirits to join their expectant comrades. But the old adage which warns the student of proverbial lore of the many chances which may intervene to prevent the cup from blessing the lip, was destined to receive a new illustration. The guardians of the treasure pursued their journey for about three miles, under the influence of the pleasant reflections which their charge was likely to inspire, when they were suddenly set upon by an overwhelming party of GOOLAB SINGH's men, under command of MERA SINGH RESALDAR, who not only retook the treasure, but put nearly all the representatives of the rights of the Khalsa to the sword. The escapade of course inflamed the passions of those deprived by it of their anticipated wealth. It was perfectly in accordance, indeed, with Oriental practice; but the case belongs to a class where habit, however long-continued, does not beget content or even acquiescence. The Khalsa would have been very likely to have acted in the same manner as GOOLAB SINGH had done; but there is a great difference between inflicting a wrong and suffering one. The injured party accordingly determined on revenge, and marched without delay to attack the advanced posts of their treacherous enemy. But it turned out that they would have acted more wisely, if not more heroically, had they calmly submitted to the deprivation of their five lacs, for they were beaten back with severe loss, and remained for several days in camp "chewing the cud" probably not of "sweet and bitter fancies," but of the latter, unvaried and unrelieved. This repulse did not, it appears, complete the measure of misfortune, for, according to credible reports received very shortly before the transmission of the overland despatch, a detachment of GOOLAB SINGH's troops, about three thousand strong, fell upon the camp of LALL SINGH on the 8th or 9th of March, and left behind them fearful evidence of the fury and success of the attack, in the number of killed and wounded, who had suffered from it. The correspondent of the Delhi Gazette estimates the number at 2,000 : among the killed are several officers and chiefs of rank and distinction. The conduct of GOOLAB SINGH, however, if correctly represented, appears inexplicable. He plundered the deputies of the money which he had just bestowed upon them-an act which, though not unlikely to be prompted by that avarice to which he is known to be a slave, was sure to bring upon him an attack which he appeared anxious to avoid. To add to the wonder called forth by such an extraordinary course, it seems that, after his successful surprise of LALL SINGH'S camp, he sent voluntarily, at least without the employment of solicitation or threat, a sum of money (how much does not appear) to the Sikh troops,

which, it is added by the reports, they accepted. Of the truth of the latter part of the statement, little doubt need be entertained. Thus stand affairs before Jumboo. In Lahore, things remain in statu quo, the tedium of general inaction being occasionally relieved by a startling crime. Thus JOWHAIR SINGH, the brother of the Ranee, has signalized his recollection of the misdoings of a Brahmin officer, who was instrumental in defeating the attempt made by JOWHAIR SINGH some time since to carry off the young Maharajah, by causing the nose, ears, and one of the hands of the Brahmin to be cut off, and then parading him, with his face blackened, through the streets of the city. Two days after the infliction the Brahmin threw himself from the upper story of his house and was killed on the spot. Great alarm was excited in Lahore by the news of the massacre of the deputies and the resumption of the treasure in their charge by the troops of GOOLAB SINGH. It was imagined he would not have ventured on such a step unless he was strong enough to march to Lahore, and his appearance there was expected. The Ranee participated in the general feeling, and meditated removing the Maharajah from the capital, but the soldiers (of whom 9,000 remain at Lahore) did not approve of such a step, and prevailed upon the Ranee (persuaded is the word used in the report) to relinquish her intention. Since this she has been doing her best to bring about an accommodation with GOOLAB SINGH, "that best," says the Delhi Gazette, " being only so much as the troops are willing to allow her." The remainder of the ill-fated country is much in the same condition that it has been for some time past.

It is believed that GOOLAB SINGH has entered into close communication with DOST MAHOMED KHAN, with a view to an attack by the latter on Peshawur, and that GOOLAB SINGH had promised-but only promised-to aid him with money. The supplies not being forthcoming, the Dost, it is said, had recourse to the merchants of Shikapore, from whom he had hopes of obtaining some assistance, though not to the extent required. In addition to the want of money, there was a difficulty in settling the government during the absence of the DosT on the proposed expedition.

In regard to Sinde, it is understood that Sir CHARLES NAPIER has been successful, and that peace has been restored, though the local press seems little better informed upon the matter than if it had taken place in the backwoods of America. The studied secrecy which is thrown round the movements of the eccentric ruler of Sinde, apparently for the sole purpose of annoying his quondam associates of the Indian press, now the objects of his implacable hatred, accounts for this. In such a state of things, and in the absence of any official report of the Governor's proceedings, we can only endeavour to make the best of very imperfect information. According to the Delhi Gazette, BEJAR KHAN amused himself and deceived Sir CHARLES NAPIER by a succession of promises to surrender on various days successively named; the first was on the 15th of February; but on that day BEJAR KHAN fell opportunely sick; the time was consequently extended to the 17th, and further to the 19th, when the General began to suspect that the Belochee was playing with him. This account is perfectly reconcilable with the singular statement of what was expected to take place, which appeared a short time since in the Times. The arrival of supplies, of which the troops were much in want (how furnished is not men

tioned) enabled Sir CHARLES NAPIER to take measures for prolonging his stay, and securing the person of BEJAR KHAN. On the 1st of March-"a full month," observes the writer in the Delhi Gazette, "after he (Sir C. NAPIER) had hoped to have accomplished all the ends for which he had marched across the desert "-he learned that BEJAR KHAN had taken up a position at no great distance from Deyrah, on two almost inaccessible hills, approachable on one side only by a path of such contracted dimensions, that two persons could not traverse it abreast, and on the other by a road singularly difficult and dangerous. The British general lost no time in appearing before the place, and the Belochees, with equal alacrity, opened their fire on him, but at such a distance as to produce no effect. A battery was erected by the English, from which firing was commenced, and for some time carried on, when, according to the authority which we have hitherto followed, preparations were made for storming. Here the account breaks off, no further information having been received. We turn, therefore, to another journal (the Bombay Gentleman's Gazette, March 29), in which we find the following passages :—

Sir Charles Napier has captured Beejah Khan, Deyria Khan, Soork Ali, Meer Hoossein, and in short the whole of the Doomkie and Jakramee Sirdars, bag and baggage, men, women, and children. The Boogtie chief, Islam Khan, escaped. The capture of Beejah Khan and his associates will tend to pacify the country, for this has been a most severe lesson to the population.

Sir Charles Napier expects to be out of the hills on the 17th, on which day he will most probably be at Poolajee. He had great difficulty in the beginning of this hill movement; for this partisan warfare requires a special sort of "cunning," which Sir Charles does not boast of possessing; but he took care to be provided with sufficient force and other means, which could not fail at the end.

Such is the best information that can be gathered from

the Indian papers. According to the Times (London), which we suspect derives its intelligence upon the point from the very highest authority, some negotiation was carried on through the Murrees, but which did not altogether preclude resistance on the part of the leaders of the hostile tribes. All of them, however, it is stated, were taken, except ISLAIM KHAN. With this measure of knowledge we must for the present be content. Should it ever suit Sir CHARLES NAPIER to render an official account of his proceedings, we may have the pleasure of collating it with the statements to which, in the absence of authentic communications, we have been compelled to resort.

The Kolapore insurrection and the Sawunt Warree campaign seem to be at an end, at least for a time. The conduct of the authorities of Goa in sheltering the insurgents has given rise to a reference to the Cabinets of London and Lisbon, from which but little can be hoped. The authority of Portugal over her nominal dependent is a mere piece of mummery, and the best thing which the Queen of Portugal can do is to transfer the settlement to England, after the manner of Serampore. This is said to be in contemplation, and it is to be hoped that the project will not end in contemplation. The pride of the parent country may revolt from the sacrifice of the last remnant of its Indian possessions, but both Sovereign and people may rest satisfied that the days of Portuguese glory in the East are passed away never to

return.

The latest intelligence announces that PHOND SAWUNT has been arrested by the Government of Goa.

The domestic news from the presidencies possesses little interest. Sir HENRY HARDINGE, as usual, is calmly but unceasingly, engaged in doing good.

BENGAL. MISCELLANEOUS.

We have the painful, the most distressing duty of announcing the death of a respectable public officer, and an esteemed friend. John Edwardes Lyall, Esq., the advocate-general, is no more. Mr. Lyall dined at Government House, Barrackpore, (on Saturday evening, and sat up in perfect health until past eleven o'clock. In the course of the night he felt unwell, but did not call in advice until seven o'clock in the morning. Such was the fatally rapid nature of the disease that all human aid was unavailing, and he expired at three o'clock in the afternoon. The remains of this most excellent man will be brought into Calcutta for interment, which melancholy ceremony will take place this evening. We are writing late at night, and have not time to say more than that we have never announced a death with more unfeigned sorrow. Every body who knew Mr. Lyall will deplore his loss, and the native community has lost a zealous friend. -Cal. Star. March 10.

The funeral of the late John Edwardes Lyall, Esq., on 10th March, was attended by Sir J. R. Grant, and the whole of the Bar. There were also present the Venerable the Archdeacon, the Honourable Sir Geo. Pollock, the Honourable Messrs. Millet and Cameron, Mr. Hardinge, Col. Forbes, Major Wood, Capt. Hillier, and a great many more. The Rev. Mr. Fisher performed the burial service.

Mr. Prinsep has been appointed to officiate as AdvocateGeneral ad interim; and it is supposed that Mr. Dickens or Mr. Leith will, in like manner, succeed to the office of standing counsel.-Englishman.

Above the names of two barristers are mentioned who, it was supposed, would succeed to the office of standing counsel; but it is now said by the Englishman, that there is no intention of temporarily filling up that vacancy-as the keeping it in abeyance has the concurrence of the Chief Justice.-Englishman.

Mr. L. B. Bowring has had awarded to him Rs. 1600, and also a degree of honour conferred upon him, for his eminent attainments in the Bengalee language.

THE SAILORS' HOME.-The seventh annual report of this institution shews its financial position to be very encouraging. The number of men passed through the Home has been less than that of the preceding year, but the proportion of deaths liquors consumed has been, says the report, "almost incredibly has, unfortunately, been greater. The quantity of intoxicating small," not exceeding "three-fourths of a glass" per man daily. Arrivals at and departures from the Home in 1844 :Officers. Men. Total. Remained 31st December, 1843 42 52 Arrivals in 1844

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On Saturday last, H.M.'s steamer Driver left for Borneo, conveying to Sarawak in the first instance, Capt. Drinkwater Bethune, R. N., c. B., and Mr. Henry Wise, charged with a special mission from the English Government. After visiting Sarawak, these gentlemen proceeded to Borneo Proper, for the purpose of having a conference with the Sultan of Borneo; and lastly, to Pulu Labuwan, the intended coaling depôt for the monthly line of steamers between Point de Galle and China. It would be premature to mention the precise objects of the mission, but, ultimately, it is likely to be attended with very important results to civilization and commerce in Borneo.Calcutta Star, March 8.

The H. C.'s steamer Phlegethon proceeded yesterday to Malacca and Pinang, her ultimate destination being the Nicobar Islands. She goes in consequence of instructions from the Bengal Government, requesting that she might be snet up there, if not very much occupied with the pirates in this quarter. Although the object of the Phlegethon's visit has, we believe, been accomplished by the Wolverine, there will not be much harm in showing the savages in these islands that a sharp look out will be kept upon them, so that any future misbehaviour will be sure to meet its proper reward.-Ibid.

It is rumoured that Government contemplate appointing sixty additional Deputy Magistrates under Act XV. of 1843.

On the departure of Dr. Leckie, from Bhauglepoor, for the purpose of proceeding to England, a subscription purse amounting to nearly 3,800 Rupees, was presented to him, by Dr. Stewart, on the part of the Indigo planters and principal native gentlemen of the above town and district; as a testimonial of the high esteem they entertain for his character, both as a member of society and a skilful medical practitioner. The Precursor made her last passage from the Sand-heads to Galle, in 8 days.

The Festival of the Dhool Jatra commences to-morrow. Ibid. An earthquake was experienced at Mymensing, on the night of the 28th February, at half-past ten г. M.

The Delhi Gazette, of March 5th, states, that the Lord Bishop held an ordination, and preached a sermon in Christ Church, Cawnpore, on the 28th Feb. A slight improvement in his health has taken place, though he is still suffering. A ball had been given, at the same station, to Lady Sale, which went off exceedingly well. The general had gone on some days before

to join head-quarters.

MILITARY INTELLIGENCE.-The 8th regt. native infantry, under the command of Lieut. col. Hicks, arrived at Benares on the 12th Feb., in progress to Agra, and having halted there two days to receive pay, continued its destination on the 15th inst. The 49th regt. native infantry, under the command of Capt. Mitchell, marched into Benares, its new station, on the 13th Feb. The regiment appeared very weak under arms, having lost a great number of men down the country: this is, however, the usual fate of all corps stationed at Dacca, &c. There are other regiments close behind, all moving upwards. The movement towards the frontier of so many corps at this season cannot fail to alarm our unruly friends over the water, and make them fidgetty as to our intentions. They have their dependents, who keep them regularly informed of the movements of all our troops, and who endeavour to frighten our young sepoys with tales of the prowess of the Sikh soldiery: their object is to induce de. sertion. The 59th regt. native infantry, commanded by Lieut. col. J. A. Thomson, were encamped at Bheelwarra on the 15th inst., en route from Neemuch to Delhi, at which place they expect to arrive about the 27th prox. We understand that orders for the removal of this regiment came direct from Calcutta to Maj. gen. Hamilton, commanding the Malwa field force, and not from army head-quarters. The 59th will receive instructions as to their ultimate destination on or before their arrival at Delhi. The regiment is numerically strong, and the soldiers healthy. It is to be hoped that they will not be obliged to pass the hot winds in tents, lest sickness should render the regiment less efficient. Delhi, besides, has proved to be a very unhealthy station of late years. The 4th troop 2nd brigade horse artillery is marching in rear of the 59th, on its way to Meerut, viâ Agra.Agra Ukhbar, Feb. 22.

Major General Sir Thomas Valiant, K. c. B., was relieved by Sir Robert Sale, quarter master general of H. M.'s forces in India, on the 27th ultimo. Lady Sale and family proceed by daily stages to Simla, and Sir Robert will join them on their march.

It is reported that the 46th regt. N. I. has been suffering severely from cholera, on their march upwards. H. M.'s 62nd foot arrived at Kurnaul on the 3rd March, on route to Ferozepoor.

The 53rd N. I., which were on the march to Agra, have been ordered to halt for the present at Cawnpore.

AGRA. His honour the Lieutenant-Governor was to have been at Khundowlee yesterday-and to-day at Etimad pore, whence, we understand, he proceeds by dák to Bandah, accompanied by his private secretary.

DELHI.-The weather continues comparatively cool, though we cannot reasonably expect the hot winds to hold off much longer. The 11th N. I. were at Kurnaul on the 18th and 19th, and resumed progress on the 20th. The adhesion of its officers to the scheme of Capt. Gompertz for an Infantry Bonus fund has been notified to Major Moule, in accordance with an unanimous vote of those present at regimental head quarters.-Delhi Gazette, March 22.

UMBALLAH, MARCH 15.-Major Spence's large detachment of recruits arrived here on the morning of the 12th, two days after the 62nd had passed through. That regiment arrived on the 8th, and marched for Ferozepoor on the 10th.-Ibid.

The Commander-in-chief reached Hurdwar on the 2nd inst., and purposed remaining some days there. After visiting Landour, Mussoorie, &c., he will return to Simla in April next, and continue there until October.

The head-quarters camp was to be at Hurdwar this day, whence it would proceed to Dhera, to arrive there on the 8th and remain till the 18th.

BENARES.-The 62nd regiment N.I. marched from Benares

on the 18th of February. The head-quarters of the regiment towards Mirzapore to relieve the 68th regiment N.I., under orders of march to Meerut.

The 80th foot arrived at Benares on the 18th inst.-it is said without having made one halt from Calcutta, and marched again on the 20th towards its new station, Agra.

AGRA.-His Honour the Lieutenant Governor, accompanied by Captain Minchin, H.D.C., arrived yesterday morning at seven o'clock, under the customary salute. Mr. W. H. Woodcock, Inspector of Jails, N. W. P., arrived a day or two ago, and is occupied with matters connected with his peculiar duties. Mr. H. P. A. B. Riddell, Officiating Post Master General, returned yesterday. Her Majesty's 80th foot, commanded by Col. Baker, are to be in on the 28th instant. The regiment, we are told, is not a strong one-consisting only of 600 men and 30 officers.-Agra Ukhbar, March 22.

The Delhi Gazette of the 1st March says-"We are given to understand, by the tenor of a letter now before us, that furloughs are likely to be withheld from the subordinate ranks of all regiments of the army on or near the frontier, a measure of precaution fully warranted by circumstances, and which can scarcely be considered a hardship, as most of the regiments have lately been moved from the lower provinces."

It is reported that the steamers Tenasserim and Enterprize, are shortly to be despatched to Maulmain for the purpose of conveying H. M.'s 84th Regt. from thence to Madras. It is supposed they will be relieved by a wing of the 94th.

Five companies of the 62nd proceeded to Juanpore, and two companies to Chunar. The relieved detachment at Juanpore to escort two lakhs of rupees to Benares.

The 24th regt. N.I. is expected in Delhi on Monday, and has been ordered to proceed on to Umballah forthwith.-Delhi Gazette, March 1.

Sir Robert and Lady Sale have joined head-quarters. Letters from Benares, of the 4th March, state the march that morning of the 17th N.I., which had been detained for carriage, and that the 46th would move forward for Lucknow on the following morning.

A correspondent at Benares informs us, that that station was visited by a violent storm of wind and rain, on the evening of the 15th instant. Prince Waldemar's camp, which reached Benares on the 14th, is reported to have received some damage, and his royal highness himself had, it is said, a fall from his horse, while hastening for shelter from the tufaun. The prince was to leave for Allahabad on the 18th.-Bengal Hurkaru, March 22.

Accounts state that the Sirhind Division, under Major general R. Gilbert, consists of H.M.'s 3rd light dragoons, Governor general's body guard, en route to Umballa; 4th, 6th, and 8th light cavalry; 3rd, 8th, and 9th irregulars; the 9th, 31st, 50th, and 62nd Queen's foot regiments; Hon. John's 1st European crack regiment; 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th troops of horse artillery; 3rd and 4th companies of foot artillery, and about sixty guns. The 11th, 12th, 14th, 15th, 24th, 26th, 41st, 45th, 47th, 48th, 54th, and 63rd regiments N.I., besides odds and ends of sappers and miners, klashees and the like; and the total force is estimated at 25,000 thoroughly disciplined.

A letter from Maharajpore of the 11th ult., mentions the arrival there of the 80th regiment, which left this for Meerut in January last. The subjoined is an extract;-" Dysentery is raging to an alarming extent in the corps, and some cases are, to use the physician's word, urgent, and the recovery of these is despaired of. The rest of the men are, I am glad to say, in á fair enjoyment of health, and look gay and sprightly.-Englishman, March 20.

The steamer Fire Queen arrived off town yesterday at two o'clock P. M. She left Singapore on the 7th inst. at half-past five P. M., Malacca on the 9th at ten minutes past six P. M., and Pinang at half-past six P. M. on the 13th, She took her pilot on board at the Sand-heads at two P. M. on the 20th. We give these departures as it is the first voyage the vessel has made, and they speak extremely well of her capabilities. Her passengers are as under:-From Singapore-Miss Breinnan, Major Buckhous, Capt. Smith, Capt. Anderson (country service), Capt. Melville (of the Dutch Navy), G. Vontiedman, Esq, Capt. Fawcett (of the country service), Mr. Bland, and Mr. Lucas. From Malacca-Mrs. Griffith, the Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Linstead, and child. Calcutta Star, March 22.

GOVERNMENT GENERAL ORDERS. IMPORTATION OF SUGAR INTO PENANG, &c. Fort William, March 1.-The Right Hon. the GovernorGeneral in Council is pleased to resolve, that so much of the Resolution of the Government of India, dated the 30th November, 1836, as excepted the settlement of Prince of Wales' Island