The Dorset County Express and Agricultural Gazette.
Dorchester, Dorset, England, 1858-06-01 00:00:00

BENGAL-ARRAH.

A party consisting of 200 Europeans, 150 Sikhs with
two mountain-train howitzers, from Arrah, under the
command of Captain Le Grand, attacked Kooer Sing
near Inide Espore (Judgespoor ?) on the 23rd of April.
They were repulsed with the loss of three officers—
Captain Le Grand, Lieutenant Massey, and Dr. Clark,
of Her Majesty's nith Regiment—and a large number
of men. The two guns were spiked and abandoned.
Sir E. Lugard had since crossed the Ganges.
ROHILCUND.

other

The Commander-in-Chief joined General Walpole's
division on the 27th of April, and entered Shahjehan-
poor without opposition on the 30th. The people who
had deserted the town were passed returning as the
column advanced towards Azunitee. .

Brigadier Pennefather attacked the rebels on the 30th
of April, about ten miles from Budaon, and defeated
them, taking several guns.

CIWNPORE DISTRICT.

A party of rebels, about 1,000 strong, surprised the
police and the Tehaildar establishment on the 2nd of
May. The Tehaildar was wounded and a small amount
of treasure lost.

itle—o"c7l-a-blil-i;as again been threatened.
PUNJAB.

The field force under General Sir Sidney Cotton at-
tacked and burnt Tana% on the 25th of April. The
rebel chief of that place suffered great loss in property ;
about 20 of his followers were killed and wounded in
the attack. There was no loss on our side.
One of the new Punjab regiments under Lieutenant
Thelwell distinguished itself greatly.
The first brigade of Sir H. Rose's force left Jhansi on
the 26th of April for Calpee. A report has been re-
ceived by electric telegraph that he met and defeated the
rebels at Koouch. Sir H. Rose will effect is junction
with General Whitelock before attacking Cal Pee.
On the 25th of April the father of the Ranee of Jhansi
was executed at Jhansi.
RAJPOOTANA.

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A strong ;brigade under Colonel Smith left Kotah on
April 26 to co-operate with Sir H. Rose, and protect
that officer's rear: .

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The disarming in Guzemt proceeds successfully.
Preparations are in progress for carrying out the
measure in Cambay.
The insurgent Bheels and Mearamees, after their
defeat at Alba Panee on April 11, fled across the
Nerbudda, and are being followed up by the Lutpoora
field force.

The Sawun Dessayes have come into the Sawnut
Warree territory with few followers, and are hiding in
the jungles.
Bombay, May S.
Malta, May 30. V. MONTANARO.
The following telegram from Her Majesty's Acting
Consul-General in Egypt was received at the Foreign-
office, May 30, at 9 p. us. :

ALEXANDRIA, May 23.
a On the 22nd a large body of rebels was encountered
45 opposite Canouje, and was dispersed, with loss of four
10 guns, their camp, and 500 or 600 killed.
40 On the following day a force of 300 men
gCaptain Lagrand, which advanced from Arrah, having
io followed the enemy into the jungle, was defeated; 133
45 ineu and 3 officers killed.

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Body was taken by General Whitelock on the 19th
27 of April, after an engagement in which the enemy lost
; 500 men and four guns.
.5 Sir H. Rose left Jhansi on the 27th, and expected,
first, to be joined by General Whitelock, and then to
fight the Ranee's army, 12,000 strong, encamped at
Koouch, in advance of Calpee.
Sir W. Peel died at Cawnpore on 27th of April, of
smallpox,

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Inn , and after triineletini its bullion walked in pro.
melon to Ohureh, where the May. W. It Davies
preaelnal to them an exuellent motion. After ear.
vice the club reformed and perambulated the town
with flags and banners, Insured by Wellepring'e ex.
allot tow band, The rain, however, drove them
back earlier than usual. The member. about 2 reale&
sat down too aphid dinner at the Red Llon,_ and
were joined by several gendumen. Mr. 0. J. rooks
presided with his mai ability. On Tuesday the
▪ lAdlee" held their annual festival, and the sun,
(which had for some reason hid himself the previoue
day), same out strong and flavoured them with
smiing emintenanee. About V o'elook the member.
of Our" Female Friendly Noel*" met at the Rad
Lion Inn, and after attending Divine service, walked
hi procesmion through the town to the enlivening
drains of Wellspring's band. The ladies were aR
dressed in virgin white, carried handsome bouquets,
and were acomnpatiled by five little children tante&
Wally drummed, and who were intended, we believe,
to represent " Cupide." Tea and sake were providad
it 5 o'clook, and waveridgentlymen honoured the coup
pony with their attendance. Danoing formed the
evening's amusement, and was kept up with much
spirit. Wednesday, was a gala day, and Abbey.
street, as usual, wee gaily decorated, The " thirtie
Friendly Aid Society ' celebrated Its lath anniver.
mary, in a similar manner to the above clubs; the
members perambulated the town with flags and ban•
ners, headed by the " Weymouth Brass Band," and
afterwards sat down to an excellent dinner, at the
"Nag's Head Inn." J. T. Hellyar, Esq., ably pre-
sided, and was well supported ; the usual loyal, and
other toasts were given, interspersed with vocal and
instrumental music, and everything passed off in a
most agreeable manner. We must not forget to men-
tion that the funds of the above clubs are in a satis-
factory condition, and should encourage others, not al-
ready belonging to them, to enrol their names as
members.

BLANDFORD
AGRICULTURAL
.SOCIETY.

The competition for sheep shearing in connection
with this society, took place on Saturday last, in the
Crown Meadow, (by permission of Mr. Joseph Wil-
liams.) There were 19 competitors, and a much
larger number of members and friends than usual.
Taken as a whole, the work was considered the best
specimen of shearing which has taken place since the
formation of the society, and the judges (Messrs.
W. Ingram, Robert Fowler, and W. 11. Porter) ex-
pressed themselves highly pleased with the work
done by the lads under 18 years, pronouncing it quite
equal to that of the champion shearers—and they
especially recommended to the notice of the com-
mittee, a lad, named Frederick Harris only 13
years of age, (servant to Mr. W. Fookes) although
he was not competing for a prize. The sheep, which
were provided by J. J Farquaharson, Esq., were in
excellent condition, and tended in great measure to
show off the work to the best advantage.

The award of premiums was as follows :
Given by J. J. FARQUHARSON, Esq.
For shearing 3 sheep in the best manner. First prize, to Wil-
liam Martin, recommended by J. J. Farquharson, Esq., a
coat and 10s. ; second prize, to Samuel Sheppard, recom-
mended by Mr. William Little, £1 tOo.; third prize, to George
Sherrer, recommended by Mr. John Burgess, £l.
("liven by JOHN FLoYER,
To the person, recommended by a member, who shall have
won a first premium for shearirm in this society.—To Charles
Harris, servant to Mr. Williain Fookes, a great coat.
Given by JOHN FLOYER, Esq.
To lads, under 18, for shearing 2 sheep in the best manner.—
First prize, to James Bugden, recommended by Mr. George
Keynes, El 10s. ; second prize, to Henry Martin, recom-
mended by Mr. Aaron Moody, £l.
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The next competition in this society will be for
the premiums given by the Baron Hambro' for mow-
ing, which will take place in the Crown Meadow on
or about the 19th of June.

POOLE.
On White Monday the members of the Long/teat
Friendly Society celebluted their anniversary by
a procession and public dinner which took place at
the George Inn. Case's Poole Brass Band attended
and played several excellent pieces during the
evening.
TEMPERANCE.—The members of the Temperanca
Society in this town held a tea meeting in the
Temperance Hall, Market-street, on Tuesday last.
After tea several very excellent addresses were given
by Mr. Hilton of Brighton, Revs. J. T. Brown,
James, and Mr. G. Curtis, the secretary.

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POLICE, Monday.—(Before R. Ledgard and J Durant,
Esqrs.)—John Greenfield, a seaman, was charged by P.C.
Groves, with being drunk and disorderly and assaulting
the police in the execution of his duty. It appears that
the prisoner on Sunday afternoon was on the Quay
drunk and challenging persons to fight. The officer
took him to his lodgings when the prisoner returned
again in his shirt sleeves, the officer then took him into
custody, when the assault complained of was com-
mitted. Fined 10s. and costs, or 14 days in the
Borough Gaol to hard labour.—Locked up in de-
fault.

WEDNESDA.Y. —(Before R. Ledgard,
Prieate, captain of the Margaret, was again brought up
on remand charged with smuggling 2 gallons e brandy.
4 bottles of perfumed spirits, and 2 bottles of Eau de
Cologne. Fined £lOO, or in default of payment 6
months' iinprimnment. Locked up in default.
FRIDAY. (Before J. Lankester and E. Mullett,
Esqrs.)—JOhn Harden was charged by Mr. Richard
Bartley, Master of the Union, with misconduct in the
establishment.—Conunitted to Poole Gaol for 7 days'
hard labour.