Domestic Intelligence. The whole of our Domestic Intelligence is extracted from the Journals of the Island, with trifling alterations. ma On the 1st March, the Birth-day of Our most gracious Queen Adelaide was commemorated in all due form; and a second commemoration appeared of a more lasting and useful description than the other, by a long list of tickets-of-leave in the Gazette. With respect to the first day, about noon, the usual military demonstration of joy upon these occasions, were nifested by the whole of the troops in garrison being marched into the paddock, where they were presently joined by His Excellency the Lieut. Governor, in full regimentals, accompanied by the Colonial Aid-le-Camp and Staff Adjutant. After the custcmary honors of salute had been paid, the troops fired a jeu de joie with admirable precision, and performed several evolutions, in a style which sufficiently bespeaks the high state of discipline to which this fine corps has been brought, under its present Commanding Officer. Three successive vollies were fired in a manner that might have led to the supposition of the sound having proceeded from a single piece of artillery. At 12, a royal salute was fired at the battery, which was answered at one, by the guns of the Imogine. The appearance this vessel made was of the most splendid description; exhibiting from the highest points of the masts to the decks, a collection of flags and streamers, such as perhaps never previously graced the Derwent. Soon after four, the rattling of carriages through the streets announced that the second act of the grand gala was in preparation; and which presently afterwards commenced, by the assemblage of a numerous portion of the gentry and fashion of the place, when an elegant dejeuné was served up, and the evening closed with a ball and other festvities. Several healths and appropriate toasts were drank in the course of the entertainment, and upon most occasions, the honor was duly felt and acknowledged. When "the Bar" was drank however, a solemn silence prevailed. Mr. Kemp returned thanks on behalf of the mercantile interest, in the very best speech that was delivered through the whole course of the evening. He expressed in very suitable language, the desire of that interest upon all occasions, to co-coperate with, and support the Government in every measure calculated to improve the condition of the Colony-satisfied he said, that by thus doing, they best put it in the power of the Government to encourage and to support the mercantile interest itself. The day was uncommonly fine, and highly favorable to the occasion. Mr. Justice Montagu on the 21st of March made hs cebut upon the Bench; and we cannot but say, that in every respect he fully realizes the anticipations that his previous high character as Attorney-General, had been the means of creating for him.— He seemed as much at home, as if he had sat on the Bench from his cradle. The Ball given by the officers of the In.ogie, on beard that fine vessel, was attended by all the beauty and fashion of the place; and the whole arrangement reflected infinite credit upon its conductor. Upwards of a hundred and eighty persons were present. This month has been prolific in periodical literature; the Chronicle and the Review, have both issued from the Press, also, the first Number of the Hobart Town Magazine, which we beg to recommend to general notice. The more a taste for reading is encouraged, the better, undoubtedly is it for all classes of society. There has been, we understand, an unexpected difculty in the way of the promised litho graphic view, by reason of certain points connected with the working off fine pencil drawings, which are not experienced upon common occasions. Our talented artist, Mr. Bock, has furnished a very beautiful drawing, but whether or not it will appear this month, seeras therefore, we understand, rather uncertain. It is generally undrestood that previous to the departure of the Archdeacon, he will lay the foundation of a second church in this large and populous town; and a late number of the Courier tells us, that its site is fixed upon, on the eminence to the left of the New Town Road. Few additions to our public buildings have for a long time been more desired than this; and we cannot but notice it is rather a remarkable coincidence, that after all that has been said and written in regard to a new church for the last four years, the expected immediate arrival of the Rev. Mr. Bedford, junior, and the intention forthwith to commence this second church, should be made known to the public in one and the same week and yet, so it is. Very considerable improvement has been made in the New Norfolk road, by opening a new line from the 18 to the 19 mile, avoiding two bad hills, besides much shortening the distance. It is to be opened, we understand, tomorrow. The road party are afterwards to make their way towards Hobart Town, widening and repairing as they proceed. We are glad too, to find, that the short, dangerous hills near Roseneath, are immediately to be cut down and altered. It is only justice to the party who are employed on this road to add, that the work they have performed during the last few months bears ample testimony of most praiseworthy diligence. Government intend immediately to break up the Establishment at Mac quarie Harbour, and to remove all the persons at present remaining there, to Port Arthur, under the new regulations for the Government of that settlement. The Tamar, having on board Captain Booth, of the 21st Fusileers, has sailed for Port Arthur, and afterwards she is to proceed to Macquarie Harbour, returning thence to the former place with men and stores. Many individuals cannot be persuaded, that there are any of the aboriginal tribes still spread over the eastern side of the Island, and it is almost useless to attempt to convince such individuals that the natives are yet occasionally manifesting warlike intentions. We have however a case in point in which incredulity on our part would be ridiculous, for not only has our informant vouched for the truth of his assertion, but has gone further and given us ocular demonstration by shewing us a spear wound inflicted by one of the aborigines. A sur settler of the name of Stephen Broe, who resides on an adjoining estate to that of R. P. Stewart, Esq. of Barrowville near Launceston, was prised at the sound of cattle rushing by his dwelling, when opening his door and looking out, he observed a young bull with a spear sticking out of his hind quarters making past him. Surprised, but at the same time well aware of the kind of enemies that were in the neighbourhood, he took up his musket and sallied out to the place from whence the animal appeared to come; there, he found a portion of a herd of cattle belonging to Mr. Gough of Launceston, and six or seven aboririgines in the act of goading the cattle with their spears-they were thus employed, when they observed Stephen Broe making signs to them to be off. As soon as the natives observed him they menaced to spear him, quivering their spears in their hands and making horrible grimaces. On his approaching one of the natives ran towards him in the act of throwing his spear when Broe fired his piece and shot him through the breast-the man fell dead on the spot. No sooner was the musket fired and Broe in the act of reloading it than one of the blacks who had been hid behind a gum tree close by, rushed forward and sent his spear with such velocity, that after it had first glanced against the musket it passed through a cartridge box, a thick jacket, waistcoat and shirt, and entered Broe's side glancing just over the ribs, the point of the spear absolutely sticking out some inches at the back part of the jacket. With the spear thus sticking in him, Broe finished loading his piece; but the natives it appears having only two remaining spears, immediately took to flight. Broe says he has had no less than seventeen engagements at different times, with the natives, during a period of twenty six years he has been in the Colony. April is the principal month for gathering potatoes, and an industrious farmer will also have land ready to sow his forward wheats and barley. This, or the next month, is the best season for sowing English grasses-perhaps of the two, the latter, when therefore, a few hints or remarks will be offered upon what has been recommended by expe rience, as the best method of laying down meadows of this description. Some persons who like to be forward, and not to throw away a chance, sow wheat upon their high lands, but instances of this sort are rare. It is a good time to sow tares for early spring forage; but they do best in this Colony, when mixed either with oats or barley. Sow and plant cabbages, to follow your other crops. Gather all seeds, and collect bulbous and other roots. Leeks may now be transplanted. Let the asparagus beds be put to rights by clearing them of all stalks, &c. and a light coat of good rotten manure will be found highly serviceable. Onions may be sown for an early crop, and may be succeeded by other sowings until September inclusive; but July is the month for the general crop. Trees of all sorts may be pruned; although, by deferring the business till May, more time will be allowed for the full settlement of the sap, and when therefore, it may perhaps be done more successfully. Many gardeners ruin their trees by too great an attachment to the wood with which they are crowded. The knife can scarcely be used too much with any trees, provided judgment be shewn ; and a man who has not judgment, has no more business to take a pruning knife in his hand, than has a quack, with an amputation saw. FIRST DAY. Match-100 Sovs.-Two mile heats. (Only such horses as were placed are here mentioned.) Mr. Hardwicke's b. c. Saladin Mr. White's Haphazard 1 1 Mr. Waddle's br. g. Barefoot 1 Mr. Beauvais b. c. Mazeppa 4 132 23 1 Match 5 Sois.--Two mile heats. Mr. Kelsoe's b. g. Mr. Evans' Dick 2 2 3 Sweepstakes 5 So s.-Two mile heats. 1 2 3 NEW TOWN RACES. On the 18th, 19th, and 20th March. Early in the morning, Hobart Town exhibited signs and symptoms sufficiently strong of the excitement occasioned by the annual return of the New Town Races; and as the forenoon approached, the principal streets became one continual scene of bustle and gaiety. By one common assent, as it were, business 4 of all kinds seemed suspended; for even those who, dutifully obsequious to the higher powers, chose to strike out of the general stream, and to remain at home upon their usual occupations, soon found that although they might pipe, there were none to dance; in other words that, spite of all the labors to the contrary, John Bull, though in Van Diemen's Land, had no mind to be cheated of his holiday. Soon after 12 o'clock, the concourse upon the ground having been considerable, the Races commenced by a Trial Stakes, as follows: As soon as the Horse Racing had terminated, a spectacle of no ordinary occurrence ensued-it was a Bullock Race. Two of these animals, backed for some £20, appeared on the course saddled, bridled, with jockeys all spruce and natty. One animal was polled, the other having a prodigious pair of horns on his head. The bullocks did not appear to like the mob, and Polled, as he was coming up to the starting post, wheeled round and cleared the ropes, threw his rider, and away he went. He was soon brought back, and a start was made; Polled began afresh, kicking and plunging, and again threw his riderand it was some time before he could make a fair start. In the mean while, Horned made a fine race of it, till half round the course, when he also bolted, and threw his rider in a ditch. Polled's jockey taking advantage of this, made play, and came up just as Herned was being brought into the course-the running now was excellent, neck and neck, and so it continued till at the winning post, when Horned stretching out his long head, fairly won by half a neck; this race excited more fun and laughter than all the other races together. The Ball.-It was not until very late, on Thursday afternoon, that final arrangements were made respecting the Ball; and, considering the various delays, it is assuredly most extraordinary, that so large an assemblage as upwards of ninety, highly respectable individuals, should have time to assemble before 10 o'clock. The Ball went off uncommonly well; and great praise is due to Mr. Rose, for the manner in which the refreshments were supplied on so short a notice. This was an excellent race; Saladin and Tippoo Saib soon took the lead, and kept extremely well together; the other three followed at some little distance, making as it were quite a separate race. Saladin was the winner, apparently with ease. Tippoo followed close, but was himself pushed hard to do so. The first heat was run in six minutes and eight seconds; the course twice round is three miles and twenty-four chains. Childers, the swiftest horse ever known, ran the long course at New Market, four miles and 380 yards, in seven minutes and 30 seconds. According to the rate our own horses ran upon this occasion, they would have been 8 minutes and 12 seconds running the same distance. Lucifer, 'do. Gregson 1233 4423 Mr. Clarke's Lord Brougham 5 dist. The Merchants' Purse of 50 Sovs. for all' Mr. Murdoch's Cardinal 1230 1234 Mr. Hardwick's Brown Dutchess 3 THIRD DAY. do. Kermode 6 5 3 5 On Mr. Murdoch being presented with the Cup, a very general burst of feeling was apparent; the hurrahs wo thought would never end; indeed, we were almost stunned with the noise. of the music and the shouting. Mr. 3 Baynton, soon after this, came with Liberty in front of the stand, and after stating the manner in which he had been treated, he publicly offered to run any horse on the course for 200 to 500 sovereigns, at any time the owner may think proper. We cannot help saying, we are sorry Liberty did not run during these races, as much was expected from him; and there is no doubt that he would have astonished some of the knowing hands, had not his owner been prevented running him, on account of disappoint The racing this day was excellent ; every thing run for was well contested, and the drawing of Liberty was the only event that threw a damper on the anticipated sport. The first race was the Ben Hussain Produce Stakes, for twoyears-old.-Feather weight.-One mile heats. ment as to rider. ever As soon as the above race was over, two as nice looking ponies as 1 came on a course, were started, both It was a carrying feather weight. match for 20 sovereigns aside, and the: novelty of seeing such light weights excited very general interest, 3 1 6 4 5 4dis. Mr. Murdoch's Blue Bell 6 4 dis. Vandyke was by far the strongest and speediest horse of this race, but the second time of starting he bolted, and the third time he turned round and ran back some distance before he could be brought to the course. The owner of Vandyke protested against the starting of the third heat, but it has since been decided against him. Fi Fa Jenny Deans It was good running, but Fi Fa had the advantage in rider; he certainly was the nearest approaching feather weight, to any jockey we ever recollect seeing upon a course. Fi Fa was rode by the son of Mr. Rowlands, a mere child, who, when weighed at the |