The Sun.
London, England, 1868-08-25 00:00:00

THE SUN, LONDON, TUESDAY EVENING, AUGUST 25, 1868.

of the year as the precursor of many tempests,
and those who are anxious to mitigate the risks
and losses entailed by them upon the seafaring
community will do well to strengthen in every
possible manner the hands of that admirable in-
stitution, whose fleet, like the stormy Petrel, is
always busiest in the worst weather.

We learn from Paris that the Minister of Finance
has addressed a report to the EMPEROR respecting
the " rinal results of the subscription to the new
loan." It appears that the calculations he made in
his first report have been not only confirmed, but
actually surpassed. This is certainly encouraging,
and will put a stop to the rumours about the credit
of the French Government being on the decline and
war. The total amount that has been subscribed
represents a capital of more than fifteen mil-
liards. Various arrangements have been made
in order to render the task of liquidation
more expeditious. The Minister concludes his
statement by reminding the EMPEROR that the re-
sults of this trial do not prove the resources of the
country to be inexhaustible, but they show their
"immense expansiveness;" and adds, that all good
citizens should recognise in this state of affairs the
most " effectual means of guaranteeing the main-
tenance of peace, and of rendering it a source of
prosperity." Certainly no invidious commentator
of events can undo the favourable impression that
has been made by the financial report just delivered,
and additional importance is attached to it
by the time at which it appears. For some
months past doubts and fears have prevailed as to
the aspect of affairs between France and Prussia,
and wars and rumours of wars were constantly
coming before us. Happily, for the present, we may
dismiss such unpleasant notices from our minds, and
rest assured that so far as can be judged at present
the peace of Europe will not be disturbed by any
sinister influence of a hostile nature, a conjunction
of affairs that would be greatly to be deplored after
the many evils from which we have suffered of late,
and the depression that has everywhere prevailed.

Notwithstanding the strenuous efforts made by
the Allies in South America to put the most favour-
able construction on the news from the seat of war,
it is quite evident that their forces have made no
real progress in the subjugation of Paraguay. The
Nacion Argentina, one of the chief journals on the
River Plate, after giving an account of the recent
movements, declares that the fighting at the Chaco,
considered as a military operation, must not be
considered a catastrophe. " What makes this
fight disastrous and painful are the in-
dividual losses we suffer. Even consider-
ing this reconnaissance as a defeat, we must
remember that the fortunes of war are variable, and
that nobody has ever gained victories alone in the
different emergencies inseparable to wars." 'I his
language, of itself, is sufficient to prove that in the
Argentine Confederation the news from the seat of
war is not thought to be favourable. It is affirmed
that the attack of the Paraguayans upon the two
Brazilian iron clads resulted in the total de-
struction of the Paraguayan canoes and
crews ; but this we must receive with reserve,
since it is part of the Brazilian programme to
make everything appear in the worst possible
colours for their adversaries. The Argentine jour-
nal we have quoted from is virtuously indignant
with those " who are bound always to exaggerate
our defeats, underrate our victories, and exalt those
of the enemy;" but in point of fact this is the very
course which has been from the outset alopted by
the Allies themselves. We know that in the Ar-
gentine Republic disaffection is increasing, while
at Monte Video the financial crisis still continues.
The Italian Bank opened its offices on the 25th of
June, but was compelled to shut them again. Such
a state of affairs is not likely to propitiate the tax-
payers, and the war of aggression against Paraguay
is beginning to be felt as a heavy and unnecessary
burden. Of the Paraguayans themselves we can
get little direct intelligence. The news which we
receive in Europe comes for the most part through
their enemies, and, therefore, we must always make
liberal allowance for the colouring of circum.
stances. But facts speak for themselves,
and in spite of all the boasting of the
Allies, month after mouth slips by and
Paraguay is still unsubdued. If half the statements
received from Brazil were true, the war should
have been long since over. As it is, we may
hope that the aggressors will get wearied out, and
be forced to withdraw from the fruitless and dis-
creditable struggle.

A letter from Rieti, in the Umbrian Gazette,
states that the authorities of that place are about to
proceed against Cardinal Reissac, appointed to the
bishopric of Sabine, in the room of cardinal
d'Audrea, deceased. The reason is that the new
prelate has taken possession of his see without first
applying for the exequatur of the Italian Govern-
ment.

Information has been received from Lucerne that
there is no truth in the story which appeared in
the Gazette de France respecting a Fenian attempt
against the Queen. The lunatic Wood, whose ec-
centricities seem to have given rise to the report,
has been sent to England by the Berne Legation at
his own request. His insanity had nothing to do
with Fenianism.

NORTH WOOLWICH GARDENS. -- Threatening
clouds throughout the afternoon and evening not-
withstanding, the large attendance yesterday, the first
day of the festival performances for Mr. Charles Morton's
benefit, evinced his popularity as a manager, and the ex-
ceptionally attractive character of the thousand and one
entertainments provided. These formed such an exhaus-
tive and varied list, that we can barely do more than re-
gister the fact of their performance and their success.
The chief elements of amusement presented by the bene-
ficiare consisted, in the first place, of a grand sentimental
and comic concert, in which, out of a brilliant array of
professionals, Miss Rivers, Mr. Green, Mr. W. Hamilton,
Mr. Husk, Mr. Robert Frazer, Mr. M‘Liaffie, Mr. Orville
Parker, Mr. Vance, and Miss Annie Adams took
part. To this succeeded "Oceans, the Child of
the Air," on the invisible wire; R. W. Julian's
" Photographs of Living Artists ;" The Brothers
Gerard in their aerial performance ; and the veteran but
juvenescent Charles Slornan in his improvisatorial enter-
tainment. The next divisions of the amusements com-
prised Herr Carlo's allegorical ballot d'Action "Le Damon
in Pat adis ;" a successful balloon ascent by Mr. Youen in
"The Queen," and the ascent of Farini, " the Champion
of Niagara," with his son, on the Niagara wire, 500 feet
long, and 50 feet from the ground. The prime novelty of
the evening, however, was the performance of the
"Beggar's Opera" in the theatre, and for which new
scenery, dresses, and appointments were provided. Much
interest and curiosity were excited with regard to this per-
formance, as Miss Fitzhenry was to, essay the character of
the rakish and musical Captain Maeheath fot the first
time. Her impressive stage rendering and striking musi
cal interpretation of the part of Azucena in "11 Trova-
tore," at Drury-lane Theatre, showed :hat this lady pos-
sessed qualifications for the operatic stage, as well as for
the concert room, but the faith entertained by the most
sanguine of her admirers as to the versatility of her musi-
cal and histrionic talent was more than justified by her
assumption of the volatile hero of Gay's opera. Whether
in its musical or dramatic treatment, the character, in her
hands, is ono which would cause no little amount of interest
on the metropolitan boards, and Miss Fitzhenry's friends
can safely urge her to make musical drama the future field
of her successes. Miss Fitzhonry gave all the delicious
songs scattered through the operetta with charming effect
and naivete, and looked and acted like the most loveable of
captains. She was ably supported by Miss Clara St. Casse,
who made the plumpest and prettiest of Pollys, and sang
with true feeling ; and the rest of the characters were
competently filled, -111 rs. Barrett, at a few hours' notice,
undertaking, and well undertaking, the part of Mrs.
Peachom, owing to the sudden indisposition of Mrs. Caul-
field. Illuminations and pyrotechnic displays wound up
the amusements. The festival will be continued this
afternoon and evening.

LATEST INTELLIGENCE.

(REUTER'S TELEGRAMS.)

PRUSSIA.

BERLIN, August 25.

Reports from Varzin as to Count Bismarck's
health state that ho was already able to leave his
bed, and was in a fair way of recovery from his
accident, with the exception of lingering pains in
the muscles.

The statement of the physicians that the Minister
sustained neither external nor internal injuries bas
been confirmed.

SPAIN.

MADRID, Aug. 24.

The Official Gazette of to-day contains a decree
inviting public tenders for leasing the Govern-
ment lead and copper mines at Linares, near
Jaen.

The General in demand of the military forces in
the province of Estremadura has been recalled from
his post.

(3ORRESPONDENOE FROMECU;
A (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.)
_ .
PARIS, MO:sIDAT, August 24.
i•
M. Magne has published in the Moniteur a second report
to the Emperor, stating the final result of the subscription
for the new haat. The total sum differs from that pre-
viously announced by five millions of francs (£200,000).
The total sum of money received in the Imperial Treasury
in' the shape of deposits is, in round numbers, 665,600,000 f.,
oi £26,6'24,000. The total amount subscribed represents a
'capital of 15 milliards of francs, and the number of sub-
scrThers is 832,725. The subscriptions of five francs rente
each reach a sum which is represented by the interest on
3,360,000 f. (£134,400). The ratio of allotment is to be
2f. 37c. for every hundred francs in rente applied for. The
Minister of Finance, of course, winds up his report with
congratulation at such a result. It is certainly some-
thing to boast of, notwithstanding the many consideration)
such as speculation, applying for more than the applicant
hoped to be granted, and employing agents to ensure the
irreducible subscriptions by personal attendance, all of
which go to reduce the sum really subscribed and the num-
ber of genuine subscribers. Making due allowance for all
these considerations, a sum still remains which must be
much larger than the amount required. The subscription
proves, at least, that nothing can overcome the industry of
the French peasant, and nothing shake his confidence in
Rentes as an investment. The French peasant will save,
in spite of every obstacle, poverty, anarchy, conscription,
or famine, and he will prefer Rentes as the most eligible
mode of securing a return for his savings.
There seems to be no doubt that the election for the
.Tura department has caused a great impression at head-
quarters, and that the mismanagement and imprudence of
the prefect will result in his removal. Those who are
entrusted with the important task of furnishing the
Government with supporters in the Corps L6gislatif must
ensure success. Failure in such a matter is fatal to Impe-
rial favour. The Government will take no account of
good intentions ; the prefects must send up the right kind
of men. Very difficult is this task often found. The
chosen representative must possess some status and popu-
larity, or the result of the Jura election is inevitable. The
electors will not vote for anybody. The choice of an
ineligible candidate for the Jura department was very
largely the cause of the success of the Opposition candi-
date and of the fall of the prefect. But though the
Government candidate must possess some qualification to
ensure the defeat of the Opposition, he must not be too
clever. Too much talent on the Ministerial benches is
found troublesome. ,

A pacific manifestation on the occasion of the Emperor's
Fete is reported from Marseilles. The Prefect went to the
Place Castellane to " assist " in the display of fireworks,
when he was greeted by " Vac la Paix!" from a
very largo crowd. Men and women alike took part
in the cry, but beyond the fact that the crowd was large
and the shouting loud, nothing of moment occurred.

The resignation by the Duke of Magenta of his appoint-
ment as Governor-General of Algeria is again spoken of.
The marshal alleges that he has need of rest. The return
of such a distinguished general is said to afford much satis-
faction to the war party.
A strange event is reported from Aix. A man who was
bitten by a wolf in the environs of Mallemort, returned to
his family at Aix to recover from the wound. Three days
afterwards he died in great agony, having: exhibited all
the symptoms of hydrophobia.

THE WEATHER TABLE.-THIS DAY.

Tuesday,
August 25,
8 a.m.

Nairn
Aberdeen
Leith
Shields
Scarborough
Yarmouth
Helder
Cuxhaven
Skudestues
Ardrossan
Greencastle
Holyhead
Liverpool
Valentia
Cape Clo ar
Roche's Pt.
Penzance
Plymouth
Weymouth
Portsmouth
London ..
UpeGris Nez
Brest ....
L'Orient
Roch efort
Biarritz
Corunna
Brussels
Paris
Strasbourg
Lyons

29 63r.
29'66r.
29'77r.
29'81r.
29'83r.
29'95r.

N.W.
N.W.

W.N.W.
N.W.
W.
N.W.
N.
W.N.W.
N.W.
N.W.
W.N.W.
N.N.W.
W.
N. W.

I N. W.
!W. N. W.
• W. N . W.
N. W.
W.
, W. N. W.

N.W.
W. N. W.
W. N. W.
W.
N. N. W.
N.W.
W.
W. N. W.
N.W.
W.
N.W.
w.
W. N. W
N.W.

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THE ACCIDENT TO 711 E _Hasa MAIL

TRAIN.

ABERGELE, Monday Afternoon.
Pensarn, the little watering-place in which the
Abergele station is situate, and this little town
itself, which is three-quarters of a mile distant from
' the station, are fuller than ever they have been in
any period of their history ; but the great majority
of the visitors have come in the discharge of an
office the most melancholy that the mind can ima-
gine. Persons of all the various conditions in life,
most of them hitherto strangers to each other, have
come to assemble round one vast grave, in which
thirty-three dead men, women, and children are to
be placed side by side without any distinction of
rank, without any difference in the coffins that en-
close them. Further attempts at identification of
the remains have been abandoned in despair ; and
as the dead now lying in one of the aisles of Aber-
gele church met their death at the same instant,
and within the narrow boundaries of four carriages
closely coupled together, their sorrowing relatives
have approved the idea of the Rev. James Mere-
dith, the rector, that they should lie together in one
commo❑ sepulchre.

Yesterday the Rev. Dr. Taylor, of Liverpool,
preached in the church where the bodies await in-
terment a sermon appropriate to the dreadful
event. He took for his text the passage from St.
Matthew, " Be ye also ready, for in such an hour
as ye think not the Son of Man cometh." The rev.
gentleman was eloquent, but there was an appeal
from each of those coffins in the aisle which no lan-
guage could equal. From an early hour this morn-
ing grave-diggers have been employed in opening
the grave, and the funerals will be solemnized to-
morrow morning. This town and Pansaen are so
full that many of therelatives of the dead have been
obliged to be put up at. Chester and Rhyl.
This morning Mr. K. G. Salter, solicitor, and llr
Roe reached here to make inquiries respecting the
fate of Mr. Lovatt Farrell, of the Grange, Elles-
mere. This gentleman left Ellesmere and rode to
Wrexham, where he took train to Cuester. He has
been traced to that town. Two waiters state that they
saw him there, and the booking-clerks at the rail.
way station say they remember a gentleman answer-
ing the description given of Mr. Farrell making
minute inquiries about the fares by the Irish mail.
He had left his home with the intention of proceed-
ing to Dublin, telling Mrs. Farrell that he would
write to her from that city. No letters have been
received, nor has anything been heard of him since
he left Chester. One of the keys picked up on the
line opens a lock in a small box which Mr. Farrell
left behind him at his residence.