“Hurricane Money.”

French Compensated - But Nothing for British.

From Our Own Correspondent.

VILA, Julv 30.

THE contrast in the manner in which French and British nationals are treated by their respective Gov ernments in the New Hebrides is afforded in regard to compensation given for damage suffered in the recent hurricanes.

French planters of the New Hebrides who suffered in the February hurricane, received this month the first instalment of the money granted by the French Government. This is a great help, as the nuts and cocoa pods, which were blown down in the gale, have all gone, and practically no more produce will be available for about eighteen months.

British planters have not fared so well. One who suffered the most, on writing to Vila and asking what relief the British Government could offer, re ceived a reply conveying the deepest sympathy and regret of the Resident, on behalf of the British Government.