The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1871-04-29

gentleman yc]ept Sir Thomas Gece Browne would,
s Governor OF these same coral reefs, call in for
a day or to city ike New York ON
ms way TO the Old World and give
ms opinions on things In general 10 a reporter OF
che HERA1 for publication on the following MORN
Ing. Yet such hes been the case Fresh from the
hand OF hurricanes which lies on the edge OF the
trade wind, SIR Thomas LOOKS as calm as
OYSTER IN THE EBB TIDE
and has, at The same time, all the stately suavity
beloved OF Pail Mall. lie has decided military APP
pearance 1t for the mild expression Of his
eyes, Tor his chin is shaven according to the
orthodox manner OF the Horse Guards, leaving a
stralghi-cut mustache and whlskers OF veteran
White still standing. He has been
COLONIAL GOVERNOR FOR MANY YEARS,
having service in that capacity in the anti
podal regions OF New Zealand and Tasmania.
II is long time since Juan Bermudez discovered
the islands which now bear his name-so far back
as 1872. That they have not become the centre OF
commerce In an alarming degree is easy or eXpla-
nation, but the value IN which England holds them
~ demonstrabe In The Importance she attaches te
them as q station for her neet
HERALD reporter had the privilege of having an
interview with the Governor at the Fifth Avenue
Hotel yesterday, and supjons an account thereof.
lie found his Excellency
COMMUNICATIVE AND COURTEOUS.
REPoRTER-As one In whom England has for
many years reposed the greatest confidence in the
administration OF her colonial affairs the HERALD,
SIR Thomas. would be glad to publish any you
may have on the matter.
Sir THoMAs-I shall be only too happy I have the
greatest respect for the press, for the HERALD III
particular. My views are those OF ola servant OF
the crown on his own responsibility, and entirely
without inspiration from the home government.
REpoRTER-So much the better Can you tell me
ff are any steps foot looking to coniedera-
non OF the British West India lsands9
spoken very sensioly, | think, upon the matter.
They are anxious federate the colonies groups,
as far as possible so as to make their governments
THEIR STRENGTH GREATER
REPoRTER-What is aimed OF IN the proposed fede-
Sir THoMAs-The object Is to produce a state Of
things similar to The dominion OF Canada.
REPoRTER-Are there any obstacles In the wayf
Sir THoMAs-None That know of. ] understand
the whole plan Is ready and II but requires action
70 consummate 1t. IL any difficulty should arise II
would be among the colonies themselves.
REr0RrER-What objection can they bave'
Sir THoMAS-The colonies, with few exceptions,
JEALOUS OF EACH OTHER.
In the antipodes for instance the government would
be glad OF a union between Australia, New Zealand
and Tasmania but this envy OF each other prevents
REPORTER-In case these west India Islands
should wish to annex themselves to the United
SIR THoMAs-From my long experience gather
one fact that she Will never again attempt coercion
Win 0er colonies. her Efforts In IQS 0lrecuOn nave
not Deen very successful
YOUR OWN GREAT COUNTRY TO W.T.
(iere the aged Governor bowed and smiled blandly)
bur- sir, what England says her colonies is this:
''While you are willing TO stand by the mother
and the last Shilling IN the
REPoRTER-How do the people OF Bermuda view
Sir THoMAs-You see our population is about
II 500 and they depend in great measure on the
visits OF the neet. Hamilton, Bermuda, is the MID.
way station to HALIFAX and much OF the profit OF
the inhabitants Is derived from the navy. Half the
population are negroes and they have very. few
political ideas The remainder would not by q
RISK THEIR MEANS OF SUBSISTENCE
REP0RfER-Noble peoplel Where would the capl-
tai OF the new federation be-
sir THoMAs-Kingston, Jamaica, without doubt
because OF the great importance OF that colony.
REPoRrER-How do the British oiiicals In the
West Indies view the ST. Domingo question:
the other England has no interest there-why
REPoRrER-with regard to CubaY
SIR THoMAs-Their feelings are similarly neutral,
They rather sympathize with Spain, you know, be-
cause
THE OTHERS ARE REBELS
REPoRTER-What do you believe, then, to be the
future colonial policy OF Engands
Sir THoMAS-It Will be based on the two great
ideas OF the Anglo Saxon race-peace and CON-
merce-a spirit IN which all OF that race everywhere
should ion TO the same great ends. another diplo-
matte smile.l
REroRTER-Do the colored people give you any
SIR TnoMAs-No. They are free to do what they
please and
REPoRTER-You have doubtless read the excited
debate the budget in the House Of Commons on
lucifer match question? DO you THINK they
would be likely set the Bermudas in a blazer
SIR THoMAs-That Is avery deep question: Matches
extent they are In England. the tropical climates
do not require them much, aud, BESIDES the high
winds which prevail there do not encourage them.
REPoRTER-What OF the winds, Governors
SIR TH0MAs-They are high.
REPORTER-Is there no view In which the natives
could get up an excitement over loves lucllersf
Sir THoMAs-Except in jocular way. II they do
not get cheap matches they will have grievance TO
put III their pipes because they cannot smoke then
IT. the contrary the iuciiers come in as before IL
viii make them as happy as the arrival OF an extra
THE AGED GOVERNOR wNKED
with all the subtlety OF an accomplished wit.
REP0RTFR-How IS tnatf
Sir THoMAs-Because, sir, because 1t would be an
Increase OF force-ior-us tphosphorusj, ha ha
The reporter joined in the aged Governors mrth
for nfteen minutes. When he mad sufficiently re-
covered MS breath to proceed the conversation was
continued.
REPoETRR-Is this your first visit to the shores Of
the United Statesi
Sir THoMAs-Yes, and greatly regret that shall
not have the opportunity OF heightened stay 10 eX-
anime into Its resources and admire It's progress. /
hope on my return 10 have an opportunity OF doing
IL Is my great desire TO cross the Continent
your wonderful railway and observe the immensely
OF your territory. There are many points, think,
TAKE VALUABLE HINTS FROM you
yonr railroad cars. for instance. Fifteen hours in
train FROM London TO Perth is something terrible.
Here You think nothing OF TWO hundred hours.
RErG r have great treat IN store for
perience would be very suggestive
SIR TnoMAs-fes, am anxious TO sec. your red
men. have had as Governor OF New Zealand, OF
Tasmania had opportunities OF observing the Maori
and Tasmanians, ana would Ike for chronological
reasons
TO SEE YOUR ABoRIGlNEs.
REP0RTER-1ney are unruly at present, and have
n fondness for scalpe. your Excellency.
SIR TBoMAs-The Maoris are most perfect gentle
men, but yoE know how II Is When they come In
contact with Anglo-saXon civilization they must
Jade. believe firmly In New Zealand.
REPORTER-To Macaulay's extentY
SIR TH0MAs-Well not quite; but who can tellf
RBPORTER-We have got
A LONG WAY PROM BERMUDA.
TO you see any marked improvement there OF later
Sir THoMAs-None, except In the improvement In
ltg equipment as q naval station. That is really its
principal use. The shipping is neither very exten-
sISe nor growing.
RKpoRTER-You do not purpose delaying long