The Sun.
London, England, 1853-05-09 00:00:00

ITALY.

The Sequestration Commission, which held its
sittings in the Palace Borromeo, is about to be
dissolved. The properties on which it has pro-
nounced its verdict are to be concentrated under
the office of the Intendant of Finance, but it is also
possible that a special office will be established for
their administration. The net produce of the re-
venues of the properties thus confiscated will be
placod in the Central Treasury, under the care of
the Imperial Administration, when it will form a
fund which is to be devoted to defraying the ex-
traordinary expenses incurred by the War-office
on the occasion of the late insurrectionary move-
ment.

Preparations are making at Turin for the cele
bration of the anniversary of the statute.

THE QUEEN'S COLLEGES, IRELAND.

The difficulties which surround every project designed
to elevate the condition of Ireland are painfully dis-
played in the case of these Institutions. From what-
ever cause it may arise, the fact is certain, that the
expectations originally formed have not been realised—
that the value of these admirable Schools of Literature
is not justly appreciated, and their usefulness is, as yet,
but imperfectly developed. Perhaps an error was com-
mitted in the first instance, by establishing Seminaries
of this kind for educating the middle ranks, without
providing, at the same time, a new field for the exercise
of professional pursuits, and a suitable sphere of action for
this fresh supply of intellectual acquirements. A splendid
opportunity is now, however, fortunately presented to
remedy the defect, and to bring within the reach of humble
merit some of these prizes, hitherto only attainable
either through chance or by the channels of interest.
The renewal of the East India Company's Charter will
shortly come under discussion in Parliament. The ques-
tion of patronage has been always found a perplexing
problem to solve, both on grounds affecting constitu-
tional principles, and with regard to devising a mode
of distribution least liable to objection in theory,
or to abuse in practice. Under such circumstanoes
it might be deemed an advisable measure, that a
Writership and a few Cadetships should be spe-
cially reserved by the Directors, to be placed an-
nually at the disposal of the University, on the terms
that the candidates chosen be subject to examination before
approval, as a test of proficiency, and of the qualifica-
tions required for the future scene of their labours and
employment. Also, that arrangements be completed for
introducing, on a moderate scale of charges, a branch
department, to include classes for preparing pupils in
the requisite course of training and instruction. A boon
of this nature, involving, comparatively, little sacrifice,
may be productive of incalculable benefits, when ren-
dered the instrument of promotion and the reward of
worth. The recognition of just claims, accompanied with
a generous recompence, will contribute to the efficiency
of the service, as the prospect of advancement seldom
fails to secure a body of officials, distinguished alike for
energy, zeal, and ability, as well as order and discipline.
The grand secret of success in executive governmen
is comprised in the simple maxim of appointing proper
men to proper places, and the most essential elements o
administrative wisdom are evinced in the judicious selec-
tion of fitted servants for the discharge of responsibl
duties. This guiding rule will prove the means of elicit
talent, and of opening a brilliant career to many
ale spirit, attended with affluence and renown, bu
otherwise doomed to a life of obscurity and want. 0
the adoption of a liberal policy of this nature, by th
Imperial authorities, honourably and honestly carried ox
depends the welfare and prosperity of native million
committed to British sway. The mission is worthy of
mighty empire, and the fruits to be gathered will imbib
all the sweets of bloodless victory, unalloyed with any
of the bitter ingredients inseparable from military con
quests. The seeds of moral and religious progress w
be spread widely throughout the ancient seats of orient
learning—the arts of modern civilisation, compatib
with national habits and customs, will necessarily flour i
in these extensive regions ; while happiness and co
tentment will be diffused among a quiet people, engag
in the cheerful avocations of peace. The statesman w
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