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London, England, 1864-09-17 00:00:00

THE SUN, LONDON, SATURDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 17, 1864.

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Sad Death of Captain Speke, the African

Traveller.

As stated in our report of the proceedings of the
British Association at Bath,Captain Speke came to a
sudden and violent death on Thursday evening last,
while shooting in the neighbourhood of Box, Wilt-
shire. The following particulars of this melancholy
affair have been gleaned on the spot. It appears
that Captain Speke, who was to have taken part in
the proceedings of the British Association at Bath
yesterday, and to have encountered Captain Bur-
ton in a public discussion as to the true source of
the Nile, was visiting at Mr Fuller's, of Neston-
park, Wilts, his uncle, and had gone out shooting
with Mr George Fuller, on Thursday. After about
two hours' shooting it would appear, from the state•
ment of Mr Fuller, that the unfortunate deceased
was getting over a low stone wall, when by some
mischance h's gun exploded while the muzzle of it
was pointed at his el.est. The consequence was
that the charge entering his body passed completely
through, severing the main arteries of the chest,
lacerating the lungs, and passing close to the heart.
Mr Fuller, hearing the gun fired, turned round i❑
time to see his friend and relative fall from the wall
into the field, and the keeper, who was marking
birds at a short distance, seeing his master Ina to-
wards the deceased, also went up end found him
mortally wounded. He was only sensible for a few
minutes. On Mr Fuller coming up he moved his
hand to his chest and said feebly, "Don't move
me." Shortly afterwards he breathed his last. A
,urgeon was on the 'spot very soon after the acci-
dent, but he was dead before his arrival. The de-
ceased was 38 years of age and unmarried. ,

would take place between Capt. Burton and Capt.
Speke on that interesting subject, the sources of the
Nile, and there was a great rush, therefore, to this
section at an early hour. The shocking death of
Capt. Speke, however, became known to many ; and
although, probably, this sad intelligence did not
diminish the attendance in Section E, it need
scarcely be added that it cast a gloom over the
whole assembly. Soule little delay arose in the as.
sembling of the officers of the section, but soon after
11 a.m. the President, Sir Roderick Murchison, and
the Committee entered the room.

Sir R. MURCHISON, on taking the chair, said he
had to apologise for the short delay that had oc
curred, but when he explained the cause ho had no
doubt that the explanation wJuld be accepted. They
had ban in their committee so profoundly affected
by the dreadful calamity which had happened to
his dear friend Capt. Speke, by which he had lost
his life; that they felt it would b 3 impossibie for
them to proceed with the basitiess of
the day with-
out endeavouring to elicit from that assembly what
he was sure would be the unanimous expression of
their dee ? feeling for the dreadful calamity that had
happened, and offering the heartfelt condolences of
geographiats and travellers to the friends and rela-
tions of the late lamented deceased on this most
lamentable event. What rendered the calamity the
more paiuful was the circumstance that Capt Speke
had intended to address them that very day in refe-
rence to his very interesting exploration in Africa.
With their permission he would move the following
resolution
;
"That the geographers awl ethnologists of the British
Association having heard with profound regret of the fatal
accident which has befallen Capt. Speke, and by which they
have suddenly lust so eminent an associate, resolve that
their most heartfelt condolence be offered to his relatives on
his being cut off in so awful a manner in the fulness of his
strength and vigour."

Sir Roderick added that the circumstances under
which Capt. Speke had lost his life were these. He
was out shooting with some friends, and on getting
over a wall it was supposed he was drawing his gun
after him, when it exploded, and the charge entered
his body close to his heart. He only lived a few
minutes, and in fact was dead before his friends
could get up to him.

The resolution having been unanimously passed,
every person in the room holding up his hand, the
business of the section was proceeded with.

The War in New Zealand.

(From the London Gazette of last Evening,)
WAR-OFFICE, Sept. 16.

The Secretary of State for -War has received a
desp4tch, with its enclosures, from Isieut.-General
Sir Duncan Cameron, K.C.8., commanding Her
Majesty's Forces in New Z:Aland, of which the
following are copies :

" Head-quarters, Auckland, July 7.
My Lord,—l informed your Lordship in my last
despatch that I had made arrangement for removing
the troops not required for the defence of Tauranga
to Auckland, and accordingly on the 9th ult. Her
Majesty's ship Esk and the steamer Aiexandra pro•
ceeded to Tauranga for that purpose.
Before their arrival, however, intelligence had
been received at Tauranga that the rebels were as-
sembling in force in that neighbourhood, with the
avowed intention of attacking our position, where-
upon Colonel Greer, 68th Regiment, whom I had
left in command, suspended the embarkation of the
troops, and, in my absente on the Waikato frontier,
reported the state of c.ffit'rs to the Governor of New
,aland, who immediately reinforced him with 280
Waikato Aiter the arrival of this rein-
forcement, the force at Colonel Greer's dieposal
amounted to 1,600 men.
The district occupied by us at Tauranga is a
peninsula about three and a-half miles long, con-
nected with the main land by a very narrow neck,
on which was situated the Gate Pah, abandoned by
the rebels on the 3Jth of April, and converted by
my order into a strong redoubt. This work and
another small redoubt, commanding the only ford
by which the rebels could cross over from the main
land to the peninsula, rendered our position so
secure that when Colonel Greer's report reached me
I felt sure the rebels would not venture to attack it.
Considering it, however, not unlikely that they
might attempt to construct a pah somewhere in the
vicinity of our position, I instructed Cal. Greer to
watch their movements closely, to patrol frequently,
and, if they made the attempt, to attack them before
they had time to establish themselves.

In patrolling the country beyond the Gate Fab,
on:the 21st of June, Col. Greer came suddenly upon
a large body of natives who had just begun to in-
trench themselves. He at once attacked them and
defeated them with great loss.
Two reports from Colonel Greer, containing the
details of the action fought on that occasion, are
herewith enclosed. The conduct of all the of
and men engaged was admirable, and I beg to draw
your Lordship's attention to the brilliant charge
with the bayonet made by the 43d and 68th Light
Infantry, and to the great bravery displayed by
those two distinguished regiments in the hand-to-
hand fight with the rebels at the rifle pile.

I cannot praise too highly
the zeal and energy
with which Colonel Greer carried out his instruc-
tions, and his able conduct, not only on the day of
the engagement, but during the whole period he has
been in command at Tauranga. I beg to recommend
to your favourable notice his meritorious services,
as well as those of all the officers and men mentioned
by him as having particularly distinguished them-
selves in the action.—l have, &c.,
D. A. CAMERON, Lieut.-General.
The Right lion. the Secretary of State for war,

a large force
No, 86. Camp, Te Papa, 'rauranga, Jane 21.
Sir,—I have the honour to report, for the infor-
mation
tceannia
camp
tw- GI
tehn
ae ral
force,
aa
commanding,
formidable pah. Having
per mar_
of Maories (about 600) intrench. rug themselves about
four miles beyond Pukekmahina; they
metl thisof
morning
marchedtohren
ionuLgti eao uft 8 a. m .
I.
had made a
single line of rifle pits of the usual form across the
road, in a position exactly similar. to Pukekmahina,
driven in some skirmishers
.they had thrown out, I
extended the 43d and
the commencement of a
a portion of the 68th in their
front and on the flanks as far as practicable, and
kept up a sharp fire for about two hours, while I
sent back for reinforcements, as per margin.. As
soon as they were sufficiently near to support I
sounded the advance, when the 43d, 68th, and Ist
Waikato Militia charged and carried the rifle pits
in the most dashing manner, under a tremendous
fire, but which was for the most part too high.
For a few minutes the Maories fought desperately,
and then were utterly routed. Sixty.eight were
killed in the rifle pits.
The position was very favourable for their retreat,
otherwise few could have escaped. The defence
force pursued them several miles, but could not get
well at them, owing to the deep ravines with which
the country is everywhere intersected.
The infantry pursued as long as they could keep
the Maories in sight; all did their duty gallantly.
The 43d were under the command of Major Synge,
whose horse was shot, the 68th under Major Shut-
tlewoitb, the let 'Waikato Militia Under Captain
Moore, and they each led their men well.
It is impossible for me, in this hurried repot, to
do justice ; I will therefore have the pleasure in a
supplemental report to bring those to your notice
who more particularly distinguished themselves.
I marched the men back to camp this evening.
One hundred and seven Maories were found and
carried up the rifle pits, and we have brought in 27
wounded, all severely, and 10 prisoners.
Many more must have been killed in the ravines,
whom we did not find.

* Three field officers, 9 captains, 14 subalterns, 24 scr.
geants, 13 buglers, and 531 rank and file.
t One gun, 220 mou.

I enclose a return, which shows that a large num.
ber of chiefs have been killed, including Rawiri.
I am happy to say our casualties have been com-
paratively small.

I enclose a return of the killed and wounded.
I must nnt conclude without remarking on the
gallant stand made by the 111Aories at their rifle
pit, they s'ood the charge without flinching, and
did not retire until forced out at the point of the
bayonet.

The name of the position which the Mlories oc6
copied is " To Rtnga.',

I have thought this of sufli:ient importance to
request Cgptain Phillimore to take my report up
in the Esk. I have, &e.,
H. H. GREER, Colonel,
Commanding Tauranga Distrtct.
The Deputy Adjutant-General, &c., Head-
quarters, New Zealand.

No. 89. Camp, To Papu, Tauranga, Jane 27.
Sir,—l have the honour to state, for the icforma•
tion of the Lieutenant-General Commanding in
New Zealand, that I have little to add to the re-
port which I sent in on the 21st inst.relative to the
engagement at Te Range, beyond bringing to his
notice those who more particularly distinguished
themselves.

About half-past 10 o'clock the troops were so dis-
posed in front and on both flanks that retreat with-
out heavy loss seemed impossible for the Maories.
About a quarter to 1 o'clock, having reinforced
skirmishers (with two companies of the 68th) and
cautioned the men to reserve their fire (which they
did in the most steady manner), the advance was
sounded, and the meu moved as if on parade. To
the dash, determination, and steadiness with which
the attack was made the success which followed is
due.

From the fact that the attack was made in light
infantry order, and from the Maories having waited
for the charge, and made a desperate hand to hand
resistance, more opportunity was offered of show-
ing individual gallantry than might occur in much
more extensive operations; but the attack was so
simultaneous, and all did their duty so well, it is
difficult to make selections.

I beg, however, to bring the following to the
favourable notice of the Lieutenant-General Coro.
manding :

Major Synge, 43d Light Infantry, commanding
the line of skirmishers, and who had his horse shot
under him in two places, when close to the rifle
pits.

Major Colville, 43d Light Infantry, who gallantly
led the left of the line of skirmishers into the rifle
pits, being himself one of the first in.

Major Shuttleworth, 68th Light Infantry, who
commanded the support, consisting of the 68th
Light Infantry and Ist Waikato Militia, and
brought them up in the most soldierlike manner,
and rushed on the pits at the critical moment.

Captain Trent, acting field officer, 68th Light
Infantry, who fell, severely wounded, when leading
two companies of the 68th into the left of the rifle
pits, and continued cheering on the men until the
pits were taken.

Captain Smith, 43d Light Infantry, who is re-
ported to have been first into the right of the line
of rifle pits, and whose gallant conduct was so con-
spicuous. I have forwarded evidence, with a view
to his being recommended for the Victoria Cross.
He was wounded severely in two places.
Captain Casement, 63th Light Infantry, who was
severely wounded in two places, in front of his
cDmpiuy, when leading them into the rifle pits.
Captain 11:Iners, 431 Light Infantry, who wqs
also severely wounded when leading in front of hi:,
company, close to the riff' pits.
Captain S9ymour, G3th Light Infantry, who
took Captain Trent's place when that officer
and led into the left of the rifle pits in the most
gallant manner.

Lieut. Stuart, 63th L;ght Infantry, who was one
of the first into the left line of rifle Pita, and had as
personal conflict witla a Mori, armed with an En-
field rifle and bayonet, and by whom he was
slightly bayonet-wounded, but succeeded in cutting
him down with his sword.

Captain the Hon. A. Harris, 43d Light Infantry,
who was detached to the right, in command of two
companies of the 43d, to enfilade the enemy's posi-
tion, and afterwards brought the companies at the
critical moment to assist in the assault.

Captain Moore, who commanded the Ist Waikato
Militia, and led his men up to the rifle pits, and
shared in the assault.

Lieutenant and Acting Adjutant Hammick, 43d
Light infantry, who pzrformed his duty with great
coolness and courage under a heavy fire.
Lieutenant Grubb, ILA., whose coolness and ex-
cellent practice with the 6-pounder Armstrong under
his command, when under fire during the action,
and subsequently on the retreating 111aories, when
they had got beyond the reach of the infantry, Was
admirable.

Surgeon-Major Best, 68th Light Infantry, princi-
pal medical officer, who performed his duty assidu-
ously under fire, paying the greatest attention and
care to the wounded. I can say the same of Assistant-
Surgeon Henry, 43d; Applin, 68th; and O'Connell,
Staff—the former was particularly brought to my
notice by Major Synge, commanding 43d Light In-
fantry ; Lieutenant and Adjutant Coory, 68th Light
Infantry; Field Adjutant and Ensig❑ Palmer, 68th
Light Infantry, acting as my orderly officer, who
performed their duty coolly and gallantly, affording
me valuable assistance. Lieutenant Covey, having
been sent a message by me to Major Shuttleworth
when he was on the point of attacking, went with
the supports, and was dragged into a rifle pit by a
Maori, who thrust his spear through his clothes.
Ensign Palmer was struck in the neck by a musket
bullet, and knocked from his horse insensible when
riding beside me ; when he recovered and had his
wound dressed, he performed his duty during the
rest of the day.

Sergeant-Major Tudor, 68th Light Infantry, who
went in front, and distinguished himself in several
personal conflicts with the enemy in the rifle pits.
Sergeant-Major 43d Light Infantry, and Acting
Sergeant Major Lilley (70th Regiment), of the Ist
Waikato Militia, who also distinguished themselves
by their coolness and courage.
No. 2,918. Sergeant Murray, 68th Light Infantry
whose gallantry and prowess were so distinguished,
I have thought him worthy of being recommended
for the Victoria Cross, and have with that view
forwarded evidence.

No. 2,832. Corporal J. Byrne, V.C. 68th Light
Infantry, who, when the order to charge was given,
was the first man of his company in the rifle pits.
A Maori, whom he transfixed with his bayonet,
seized his rifle with one hand, and holding it firm
with the bayonet through him, endeavoured to cut
him down with his tomahawk ; his life was saved
by Sergeant Murray.
No. 3,641. Private Thomas Smith (severely
wounded), and No. 518, Private Daniel Caffrey,
68th Light Infantry, both distinguished themselves
by their gallant conduct in the field and their
prowess in the rifle pits.
I beg to add that during the engagenif nt several
reports were forwarded to me stating that a large
body of natives wore coming down by the Wairoa
to attack the Camp de Papa at low water, the in-
formation having been given by friendly natives.
Low water on that day was at half-past 2 o'clock,
and artillery, mounted defence force, and reinforce-
meats of infantry were following me. I however
found that every necessary arrangement had been
made by Lieut.-Colonel Harrington (Ist Waikato
Militia), wile was in command of the camp during
my absence.
I beg to bring to the notice of the Lieut.-General
Commanding the readiness with which Capt. Phil.
limore, of H.M.S. Esk, senior naval officer at this sta-
tion, and Commander Swann, of her H.M.S. Har-
rier, responded to my request (which I sent imme.
diately on finding the Maories) that they would