A correspondence has just been printed, by order of the
House of Lords, respecting the Convict System administered in Norfolk Island under the superintendence of Captain Maconochie, R.N. It is as interesting as a romance; but, forming one of the mass of Blue Books, it is hardly likely to find readers even among those for whose especial use it is printed. The public, however, have now got hold of Captain Maconochie's views, and a movement in the direction of them cannot long be delayed.
The Duke of Buckingham, Earl Grey, the Earl of Radnor, and Lord Farnham, have joined the Law Amendment Society: a good sign.
Mr. Escott, the Member for Winchester, met the electors by invitation on Wednesday last. After hearing an address, all present, with the exception of three, agreed to a resolution pledging the electors to support Mr. Escott at the next election.
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