The Express.
London, England, 1853-03-15 00:00:00

SCINDE.

We have news from Kurrachee to the 3rd inst.
The 3rd Dragoons head-quarters had left in the
Herefordshire, the remainder were to sail in the
Duke of Argyle and Earl of Balearrea. The Bengal
invalids are to go home in the Wanata, now about
to kayo Bombay with a wing of the 14th
Native Infantry. Kurrachee harbour, with three
I:,st-class merchantmen, a steam frigate, and
some ten river steamers, must have presented
a hovel appearance, but I fancy the day is not far
distant when the spectacle of a dozcu or so of traders
in port at one time will occasion little surprise. The
trade of the province has vastly increased of late
years, the value of imports being in 1847-48,1830 31,
and 1831-32 respectively 287,8721., 425,831/, and
489,2201., and exports 154,7301., 196,461/, and
241,1221. General Robertson was at Shikarpore on
the 18th January on a tour of inspection, a proof that
the gallant soldier's health is not so infirm as was
at one time reported. The commissioner and his
establishment were in the districts. A new paper,
styled The Shawn, came into existence on the
29th ult. It is neatly got up in typography, and
promises to become of great value to the province. I
fear, however, that the reading public is Seinde is
not sufficiently numerous to give it sufficient
support. 'rho river steamer, Conqueror, is
completely done up, and will have to be
broken up as of no further service. The
weather all over the country was cool and
pleasant, and the health of the troops excellent.
Rain fell on several mullions during January at
Kennebec The head-quarters 2nd Grenadiers left
in river steamers for Sukkur and Shikarpore on the
28th ult. Mr. Frere was at Khydpore, and intended
remaining in the newly-annexed territories till re-
venue arrangements were completed.
1 BENGAL AND THE NORTH-WEST PRO-
VINCES.

There is now no mention made of Lord Dal-
housie leaving Calcutta; the noble lord continues
at his post, and ably fulfils his arduous duties. Sir
W. Gomm was last heard of at Umballa; he was
meditating a trip to Roorkee. Sir W. Gilbert, mili-
tary member of council, it is said, goes home shortly.
Dr. Butler, whose name has been conspicuous in
connection with the Benares Bank, has, it is affirmed,
been restored to the service; and so he ought, when
Captain Fagan was restored by the Court of
Directors. Lady Dalhousie left by the ship
Monarch for England on the 23rd January.
Captain V. F. Turner, Ist cavalry, has retired.
Captain Reynolds, 49th N. 1., principal assistant to
the Assam commissioner, died of cholera on the 15th
at Tezpore ; Captain Turner, 51st N. 1., and Lieut.
G. Miller, 40th N.L—dates and places not specified,
but both I believe at Calcutta about the 21st or 22nd
ult.; and Major Minchin, 67th N. 1., at Rangoon; date
not :given. The Delhi bank will, it is expected,
declare a dividend for the past six months at the
rate of 91 per cent. per annum! The young
Maharajah of Owalior having come of age,
is to be invested with kingly power on
the 13th instant The head quarters of :the
Bengal Artillery are to be fixed at Meerut.
Dr. O'Shaughnessy, the parent of electric telegraphs
in India, expects to be back at Calcutta by June
next. Captain J. G. B. Griffin, 25th M. N. 1., has
been appointed assistant to Governor General's
agent in Rajpootana—a clear proof that Lord Dal-
housie holds a high opiaion of his merits. The Go-
vernor-General has recommended the dismissal of
a Mr. Wyatt from the civil service ; his misdemeanour
has not been made public. A commission for the
settlement of Jotee Persaud's accounts against go-
vernment has been ordered.

The total destruction by bre of the ship Governor
Higginson in the Madras roadstead, on the 25th ult.,
is reported. Suspicion attached to her native crew,
but of course nothing could be proved against any of
them. Sir Henry Pottinger is, :t is now affirmed, to
remain another year as Governor, and then be suc-
ceeded by Sir G.W. Anderson from Ceylon. Dr. Wight,
of cotton-growing fame, retires on 5001. per annum.
Captain Nelson, 2nd Europeans, has invalided ;
and Captain Blair, 32nd N. 1., been allowed medical
furlough home. Second Lieutenant W. Dallas,
artillery, died of cholera on board a ship
in the Madras roads, on the 28th Jan.; Lieut.
Westropp, 51st Foot, at Poonamallee depot;
Lieut. It.- Palmer, 28th N. 1., at Perambore, on the
26th ult.; Lieut. Minchin, 35th N. 1., at Prome, on
the 20th Dec.; Capt. T. F. Nicolay, Ist European
Fusiliers, at Pegu, on the 7th Jan., from wound.
Lieut. Grmme, artillery, having killed his servant by
a kick, has been tried by court-martial : result not
known. Major Clutterbuck, 38th N.L, is about to
retire from the service. The head-quarters H.M.'s ,
94th foot reached Madras on 24th Jan. Colonel J.
Brown of that corps commands the garrison of Fort
St. George. The Surprise, whaler, has put into
Madras, the captain charging his crew with mutiny,
in that they wanted to insist on some American sea-
men deserters being entered in his ship's articles.
The wreck of the Governor Higginson has been sold
for 2401. She was only built in 1851, and must have
cost her owners 8,0001. at least.
NIZAM'S DOMINIONS.

Colonel Lowe, the newly-appointed Resident at
Hyderabad, is now, or lately was, at Calcutta, in
attendance on the Governor-General for instructions
as to how he is to ►ct on assuming office. A corres-
pondent of the Madras Spectator, writing on the
the 26th instant, says :
" The obstructions which Suraj-ool•Mooik had placed in
the way of an interview between ilia Highness and Major
Davidson, were removed by the interposition of some of the
Nizam's friend., the Nis= saying on the occasion of the
remonstanee made to him, When did I refuse to see him ?'
Here is a wide scope for commentary; but the affairs of this
place have changed their form : there is a correct under-
standing about them, and commentary for the purposes of
an ulterior exposition is unnecessary."

Major 0. Jackson, brigade-major and paymaster,
Hingolee division, has been remanded to his corps,
11th M. N. 1., having attained his regimental
majority. Heavy rain fell in the provinces between
the 22nd and 23th—a very unusual occurence indeed.
The field force has been brohen up and ordered to
return to quarters. Major Briggs is acting military
secretary at the residency. Captain Yates will, it is
thought, succeed Major Jackson at Hiogolee.