February 5, 1868
CABINET DISCORD
The Globe’s Ottawa correspondent contradicts rumours of discord in the cabinet that were published just yesterday.
HOWLAND RECOVERING
The Montreal Daily Witness reports that Hon. William Howland (Inland Revenue) has recovered well-enough from his liver congestion and the abscess under his arm that he is expected to return to work at Ottawa within a couple of weeks.
REPORTS FROM NEW BRUNSWICK
The following reports have been received from New Brunswick:
- Dr. Hiram Dow (York) is said to be the Government’s choice for Speaker of the Legislative Assembly
- The province is said to have a surplus of $200,000
- Judge Lemeul Allan Wilmot is rumoured to be set for appointment as Lieutenant-Governor
FANCY DRESS SKATING BALL AT VICTORIA RINK
The annual fancy dress ice-skating ball was held last night at the Victoria Rink in Montreal. The always popular event was reported to have been very successful and another, even more spectacular, affair is said to be in the works.