31 AUGUST 1895, Page 3

According to the Daily Chronicle, two of the four great

departmental posts at the War Office will be filled up as follows :—Sir Evelyn Wood will become Adjutant-Genet al, and the Duke of Connaught Quartermaster-General. Sir Redvers Buller, now Adjutant-General, will have the offer of Aldershot, and, in case of his refusal, it will be given to Sir Francis Grenfell or Lord Methuen. If the rumour is true, it is a subject for congratulation that the Duke of Con- naught is to get the appointment of Quartermaster-General. There is every reason to believe that he is a most pains- taking officer, and devoted heart and soul to his duties. His presence at the War Office should be a source of strength to Lord Wolseley.