Complex sentence: On 5 November 1858 he was given a sum of money and a candelabrum for his services to the community, resigned 21 March 1861 but an ensuing attempt to procure an annuity for him was defeated in the Legislative Council.
Split into simpler sentences: On 5 November 1858 he was given a sum of money and a candelabrum for his services to the community. He resigned on 21 March 1861 and an ensuing attempt to procure an annuity for him was defeated in the Legislative Council.