The Sun.
London, England, 1859-06-24 00:00:00

THE SUN, LONDON, FRIDAY EVENING, JUNE 24, 1859.

THE ROYAL STATION HOTEL, Paragon-
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attended to.
The public should know that under the present manage
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same charges they are paying at the minor hotels. It has
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is fitted up with every luxury an hotel can command, and is
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visit.

The hotel contains Gentlemen and Ladies' Coffee Rooms ;
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P, irate suites of Rooms ; large spacious Rooms for Dinner
Parties, Public Meetings, &c., &c. ; two first-class Refresh-
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A Night Porter in attendance.
EDWIN TAYLOR.
Proprietor of the Royal Station Hotel, Hull, and Crescent
Hotel, Filey.
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THE RIFLE CORPS MOVEMENT.

MEETING OF THE INNS OF COURT.
Yesterday afternoon the members of the four
Inns of Court assembled at Lincoln's-inn-hall for
the purpose of considering the propriety of esta-
blishing a corps of volunteer riflemen. About 300
gentlemen were present, among them being Vice-
Chancellor Kindersley, Sir R. Bethell, M.P.,
Attorney-General; -Sir Hugh M'Calmont Cairns,
M.P., the late Solicitor-General ; Mr. C. J. Selwyn,
M.P. ; Mr. John Locke, M.P. ; Mr. Digby Sey-
mour, M.P. ; Mr. G. M. Butt, Q.C. ; Mr. Malins,
M.P. ; the queen's Advocate ; Mr. Montague
Smith, M.P. ; Mr. R. A. Cross, M.P. ; Mr. Huddle-
ston, Q.C. ; Mr. Forsyth, Q.C. ; the Hon. Adolphus
Liddell, &c. .
In the absen'ce of• the Lord Chancellor, who was
expected to preside, Vice-Chancellor Kindersley
was called to the chair.
The CHAIRMAN briefly explained the object of
the meeting, and called upon the Attorney-General
to propose the first resolution.
The ATTORNEY-GENERAL said,—l am quite sure
that I, express the general feeling of this numerous
body of the bar and of the benchers when I men-
tion the regret we must all feel at not having the
distinguished head of our profession to preside over
us. (Hear, hear.) In- regard to the meeting
itself I hope it Ivill,not be considered that meetings
of this nature, now so numerous throughout the
country, have been convened with reference to any
peculiar apprehensions that may be entertained of
invasion from any foreign Power. (Hear, hear.) I
should be exceedingly sorry if it were supposed,
that any movement could be made in England'
Merely 'under the influence of fear or apprehension.
of invasion, and I do not think it would be expe-
dient to give utterance to any such feelings,
inasmuch as they might be regarded by foreign
Powers with whom we are in alliance as an
affront and offence. Nor is there any reason why
we should admit that what is now the general feel-
ing.of the propriety of this movement for the esta-
blishment of volunteer rifle corps has originated
in anything like fear or apprehension. (Cheers.)
At the same time I think you will admit that it is a
matter of deep regret that an acquaintance with -
the use of arms has not been more generally made
a part of the education of the English gentleman.
(7Pilear" and Cheers.) Originally it was un-
vloubtedly so, and until ~the introduction of gun-
powder levelled all distinctions we know that the
youth of this country were bronght up, particularly
those of, gentle blood, in familiarity with arms.
(Hear.) But the improvements in modern science
have introduced a peculiar weapon, the rifle, which
is likely to be the niostdistinguislied arm of modern
times, and in reference to that arm you are all well-
aware of the fact that it becomes necessary to have
considerable experience in its use before it can be
handled with safety. I think myself that the in-
troduction of voluntary bodies of English gentle-
men.associated together for the purpose of learning
"the 'use of the rifle is quite in conformity with
'what all of us would like to see established as one
Padtdtbitlon, habitsi tof Eaglishlgentlemen. (Cheers.) In
will afford to •nglish gentlemen an
opportunity when they return to their own homes
of familiarising= those around them in the habits;
Factice, and use of the rifle, so that they may be
at all times ready, should any emergency arise, to
come forward for the protection of the country:
(Hear; hear.) Upon us as lawyers it has always
appeared to me that this duty is more particularly
incumbent than upon almost any other class, be-
eause you are all aware that our law has established
two ,things, one :zif which is' a matter of obligation,
and,the other a matter of right.. The matter of
obligation -is thin—every one of us may be called
upkin, at any time to act, as part- of-the posse conii-'
tatui of the 'country in repelling invasion or put-
ting down riots. There undoubtedly is a universal
prineiple establishing `the obligation of every person
in the country, and -more particularly those in a
certain rank of society, to join with the established
. authorities its Petit of tilt, posse comitatus. Indeed,
it is part of the declaration embodied in the Bill
of lights 'that every Englishman has a right to
have arms suitable Ito his 'condition for his
&fence. (Hear,. hear.) •I • repeat, therefore,
that in forming these these:bo4;lies with a view to,
bring about an 'ancient and laudable custom—
namely, that of familiarising the people of this
country with the use of -arms, more particularly
when the arms which are the distinguishing charac-
teristic of modern military bodies are arms which
the people are hardly likely to become familiarised
with, except they possess the advantages which
rank and wealth afford—in forming such bodies we
are only following the example of former times,
and an example which has just been set to us by
the distinguished Universities of Oxford and Cam-
bridge. (Cheers.) I will not detain you further,
but I thought it right, in introducing the subject, to
make a few general observations merely for the
purpose of deprecating the notion that we have
been influenced by any particular political feelings,
and much less by any fear or apprehension of in-
vasion. Perhaps before I conclude you will per-
mit me to state to you what has already been done
by two of your societies which met the other day.
A meeting has been held in the Middle Temple-
hall, of the members of the Middle and Inner
Temples, and certain resolutions were moved ex-
pressive of the expediency of forming a volunteer
rifle corps. It was also resolved "that the mem-.
bers of the Inner and Middle Temples will heartily
concur with the members of the other Inns of
Court in the formation of other volunteer rifle
corps ;" and "that the further consideration of the
matter be postponed until after a general meeting
of the members of the four Inns of Court." I now
beg to 'move the first resolution,—
" That it is expedient that a rifle corps should be formed
by the members of all the Inns of Court."
Mr. G. M. BUTT, Q.C., briefly seconded the re•
solution, and

The CHAIRMAN asked if any gentleman present
was anxious to make any observations before the
resolution was put to the meeting ?
Mr. T. WEBSTER could not 'allow the sentiments
whi± had been uttered by the Attorney-General
to pass without notice. The hon. and learned gen-
tleman had told them that rifle corps ought to be
formed, not on account of any apprehension which
was entertained of an invasion, but rather from a
laudable desire to revive the old military habits of
the nation. Now, as a humble member of this
great commercial community, he confessed that ho
should regret extremely to see the military spirit
and feeling which prevailed among the people of
England in times long gone by resuscitated, with-
out any definite object in view. He would much
• rather see affairs in such a condition that there
would be no occasion to be forming rifle corps all
over the country. It was a fallacy to allege that
the object of this meeting was not to take steps to
,resist that hostile spirit which existed with regard
to this country in the breast of the Emperor of the
French. (Cries of " Oh, oh," and cheers.) Of •ne
thing he was quite certain, that had not the French
army entered Italy this meeting would never have
taken place. (Hear, hear.) In truth rifle corps
were being formed for no other reason than because
serious, apprehensions reigned in the minds of men
that; sooner or later, the nation would be called
upon to repel an invasion by the French. We
had, alas, too great reason to fear invasion, and
when a man had forfeited his word in the manner
in which the Emperor of France had done it was
impossible to look upon him in other than a dis-
trustful spirit, nor could any man of common sense
and acquainted with human nature, looking to the
antecedents of the French Emperor, conceal from
his mind that there was too much reason to fear an
invasion by the troops of Louis Napoleon. (No,
no, and hear, hear.) He was as much an enemy to
this country as his uncle, the great Napoleon, had
been, (No, no, and hear.) • Although, therefore,• .
he could not concur in the grounds which the
Attorney-General urged for forming a rifle corps,
he looked upon it as an imperative necessity in the
present juncture of affairs, and therefore cordially
concurred in the resolution.

The resolution having been put to the meeting,
was carried almost unanimously, only two hands
having been held up against it. •
The ATTORNEY-GENERAL then moved that a
Committee be appointed for the purpose of devising
measures to be adopted for the formation of the
Inns of Court Rifle. Corps.
Mr. WILCOCK seconded the resolution, which
was carried by acclamation.
Mr. DIGBY SEYMOUR inquired whether mem-
bers of Doctors'-commons' should not be included
in the resolution, and, after some, conversation,
it Was unanimously resolved that the members
of -Serjeant's-inn and Doctors'-commons should be
invited to co-operate with the members of the four
Inns of Court in forming a general rifle corps, con-
sisting 9f the Bench and the Bar.
The ATTORNEY-GENERAL then submitted the fol-
lowing names as a general committee. He thought
It desirable that the committee should not be too
large, but at the same time that it should fully re-
present the, different Inns of Court, including the
twe.soCieties, which by, some singar inadvertence
',l4e-beett- omitted' .6 'the present bccasivn,
la

business to meddle, and attempt to distinguish him-
self by some startling and provoking outbreak.
Much, however, as all past blunders and the
incurable defects of Lord John Russell militate
against a proper discharge of the duties he has
undertaken, they endanger still more the existence
of the Cabinet. Lord John established at Lord
Palmerston's expense the submission of the
Foreign Secretary to the Premier. He cannot,
therefore, repudiate that control which his chief,
for the sake of the Ministry, must at least endeavour
to put upon the vagaries of so unreliable a colleague.
But will it be possible to control Lord John? Can
his obstinacy be wheedled or beaten out of him ?
We doubt it. Three Councils of the new Cabinet
will. .not pass without a pugnacious interlude.
There are several of its members who owe the
Foreign Secretary 'a grudge, and scarce one with
whom he has not quarrelled before, and may not
very likely quarrel again. The Duke of New-
castle holds the very same office, shorn of its war
functions, his incompetence to discharge which was
the pretext assigned by Lord John for upsetting
the Aberdeen Cabinet ; and Lord Granville cannot
be very amiably disposed to the noble friend who
destroyed his pleasant dreams of the Premiership.
The truth is, Lord John Russell has joined the new
'Government with the bexevolent intention of up-
setting it upon the first favourable opportunity.
He had hoped to be sent-for' by her Majesty, and
had consented to serve under Lord Palmerston, as
he could riot otherwise induce his rival to agree to
serve under him. Disappoinfsd, he has insisted
upon the post which gives him the most indepen-
dence and the best opportunity of making political
capital,'and further allows him to throw the odium
of a delayed Reform Bill upon his rival. There he
will stay until &favourable opportunity occurs of
upsetting the coach, and putting in his own claims
to the post of driver. Let the new placeholders
look out for squalls. Lord John never means so
much mischief as when he looks most amiable. The
grumbles of the' Brightites have a significance for
those who know how close is the alliance between
Birmingham and Richmond. Lord JOHN RUSSELL
yet, believes that he , shall be & Reform Premier ;
his unqUiet spirit has not found its rest in the
bosom of the happy family now lodged in Downing.
street.

TREASON IN THE CAMP.

(From the Times.)
We can conceive nothing more dangerous to
Europe than its being supposed at this moment
that England is yvilling,to abnegate her high posi-
tion, and from motives of economy to divest her-
self of those means of defence which are necessary
to- her safety. The naval preparations of England
need give umbrage to- no Continental State. The
character of this country is well known, and it
would be only a commonplace to assert that no
Englishman desires any military adVantage over
any one of his neighbours. The recent additions
to our naval resources need not give, and we believe
have not given,' any just cause of complaint to the
French or any other Government. They were only
the legitimate precautions of the first maritime
PoWer in' the world when it beheld war breaking
out between two great States, the Mediterranean
and the Baltic swarming with ships and gunboats,
and hostilities threatened between the whole of
Germany on the one side and the combined strength
of France and Piedmont on the other.
And yet it is said that the first act of the present
Government on its accession to power has been to
discontinue the preparations' begun by its prede-
cessor. ' From our,Naval, Intelligence the public
have learnt the diminished activity in the Dock-
yards, and no*it,:iirepOrted that the Chancellor of
the Exchequer will retren'eh largely ,en the naval
expenditure; is salsa; in' fact, that the extra-
ordinary efforts made within the liSt twelve months
to give this eOuntryn fleet able to defend its shores
are to cease. We have ourselves too long upheld
the necessity of taking" precautions, and we have
lately. seen so ,niuch..reasou to-persist in our former
opinions, that we make, .n 0 deldy in condemning
any such. unwise„ 'economy. The reasons for it
are, no doubt, primarily.' financial.. A great deal
has been spent, and - a great deal' more must be
spent, if England, is foe have, fleets capable of con-
tending with chose which rally be combined against
her. A UharieellOr of the Exchequer is naturally
a partisan of econoMy ; it is he who must find the
means for the success of his colleagues' plans, and
he must bear the odiuni of the taxes which minister
to their magnificent conceptions. Mr. Gladstone
may, therefore, be expected to look with appre-
hension at the continued burden of the Admiralty,
and to demand that the burden laid on himself of
proposing, and on the House of voting, an addi-
tional Income-tax, shall be as much as possible light-
ened. The question, however, is simply whether we
are not bound to keep up that insurance which can-
not be dispensed with by a State exposed to so many
jealousies, and the dominions of which extend over
the globe. What is the present position of affairs
on the Continent? The French and Austrians
are preparing for a great struggle on the Mincio ;
the French fleet, of enormous strength, is ap-
proaching Venice, where it is said an army is to
be landed to take the Austrians in the rear. The
consequence of these acts is that Prussia now
threatens to enter actively into the dispute. We
learn that the Regent has announced that the line
of the Mincio must be considered as a defence of
Germany, and that in this unwise decision he is
supported by the whole of the minor States. Pro-
posals will, no doubt, be immediately made to I
France based on this principle, and if they are re-
jected the entire Continent may be wrapped in
war ; for Russia is making ready to take the
field, and the great additions which have been re-
cently made to the Baltic fleet will enable the
Czar to co-operate with his ally both by sea and
land. The first result of this will be that the
German marine, the most considerable in Europe
after that of England, will be entirely at the mercy
of the French and Russian fleets. Hamburg and
Lubeck, and Dantsic, as well as Trieste, will
be attacked, the coast of Europe for hundreds of
miles put under blockade, and English rights
brought into jeopardy in every port of the Federa-
tion. Is this the time to suspend the fitting out
of an efficient fleet from an ill-timed economy ?
The saving of a million on the Budget of 1859
may be dearly purchased by the expenditure of
hundreds of millions in obstinate and exhausting
hostilities.
It is a part of Mr. Gladstone's nature to disbe-
lieve in the possibility of war. He does not see
the use of it, what it proves, or why sovereigns
should glorify themselves for waging it. Perhaps
no politician living so little sypathises with what
may be called the manly instincts of this country.
Although a section of the public thought that the
late Russian war might have been avoided, yet,
when it had begun and there was nothing but to
carry it boldly to a conclusion, they were:as anxious
for the success of their countrymen and as proud of
Alma and Inkerrnann as the most fanatical opponent
of the Czar. But from the beginning to the end of the
war we doubt whether Mr. Gladstone uttered a word
showing a genial and hearty sympathy with our
troops in the East. As Chancellor of the Ex-
chequer he starved the expedition at the outset,
and no sooner was the war over than from his
place in Parliament he forced the Government to
cut down the expenditure, diminish the army,
disband the Baltic and Black Sea fleets, even to
the point of breaking faith with those seamen
whom it is now so difficult to attract to our flag.
Everything which was accumulated had to be sold
off, and the country has since had to pay dearly
for this shortsighted economy. Mr. Gladstone
now appears desirous to repeat his former faults
and his former shortcomings. He comes into office
at a great crisis. He finds the four Powers of
the Continent fully armed; he knows that secret
• negotiittions have been going on among them for
months ; and that now the die is to be thrown, and
the chances of the world staked on the issue of a
desperate conflict. At the present moment it is also
notorious that the navies of two Continental States
are being immoderately increased, the French, we
believe, having no less than 24 line-of-battle ships
in commission ; and yet we are told his first act is
to impress on his too ready colleagues the pro-
priety of discontinuing our naval preparations. We
cannot think that the country will sanction such
an unaccountable policy. It ardently desires neu-
trality-, but not the neutrality of weakness and ob-
scurity. It does not wish to count only like Spain
or Naples in the complications which have arisen.
Nor, if we were willing so far to fall short of our
calling in Europe, is it likely that we should be
permitted by our rivals so to do. Should war con.
tinue and extend on the Continent, we may be as-
sured that the only Way to keep Great Britain I
secure from the whirlpool is to let it be known that
any invasion of our neutral rights will be promptly
resisted. The entrance of Germany into the con-
test,
should that event unhappily take place, will
at once give the war a maritime character, and then
all the moderation which is at present enforced by
the desire of conciliating Germany will be thrown
away, and England will be, left fo maintain her
_lights by those national atthaments which are. 94,
just beginning to become really effective.