Late Life
In 1854 ill-feeling arose between Hume and Hovell which led to each writing a pamphlet with contradicting views on their expedition. In December 1853 Hovell was entertained at a public dinner in Geelong to celebrate the 29th anniversary of the discovery of the district. Reports reached Hume that that Hovell was credited for the discovery of Geelong. The fullest report of Hovell's speech available does not justify Hume's contention.
Hume was the better bushman of the two, and more of a natural leader, but Hovell was a well-educated man of amiable character, and during their joint expedition they seem to have worked effectively together. Between them they were responsible for an excellent and important piece of exploration. Hovell's later discovery of coal during his visit to Western Port was also important; it is remarkable that the discovery was overlooked for a long period.
Hovell died in Sydney on 9 November 1875 and was buried at Goulburn, survived by a son.
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