The Sun.
London, England, 1868-02-01 00:00:00

conceited. One speaker said that he saw a long file
of persecuted journalists before him, and they would
engage in the struggle with the certainty of losing
eventually, for the fate of the distinguished men of
letters who had been condemned during the system
last year gave no hope of better things. Another
member was still more emphatic in his observations,
for he said that the true friend of the BONAPARTIST
rule are those who demand a " regulated liberty,"
for the maintenance of the Empire and the future
of the dynasty are daily being rendered more
difficult by the thoughtless policy that is
being pursued. " Take care that the day
may not come when you shall hear that ill-omened
exclamation, 'lt is too late.' " It is curious to con-
trast the present position of France with that cf
Austria. Their progress is no longer a name or
theory or idea, but a reality, and it is making
giant strides id the great work before Austrian
statesmen. The Constitution has been fairly esta-
blished, and we may now look out for the consoli-
dation of the great things that have been begun.
To say that Fortune has governed the Vienna
Government is hardly a fair way of putting it,
because the result could not have been brought
about without great courage and great assiduity
on their part.

A public meeting was held yesterday in the
large hall of King's College, for the purpose of
raising funds for a testimonial to the Rev. Dr.
JELF, the present Principal of the College, as a
token of regard, and also as a recognition of the
services he has rendered to the institution during
his quarter of a century's tenure of office in that
capacity. The movement originated with some
past students, but it was deemed advisable to
make the affair partake more of a public character
than it would have done had it been simply con-
fined to the committee at first formed. The
Bishop of LONDON presided, and declared that
it was with mingled feelings he received the an.
nouncement of Dr. JELF'S resignation, for though
he was well deserving of the repose he desired to
enjoy, still they must feel his retirement would
affect the prosperity of the institution over which
he had so long and so efficiently presided. The
chairman had the satisfaction of saying that, after
an experience of eleven years, he could state that the
candidates produced by King's College have not been
behind any others at the examination. The right
rev, chairman concluded his speech by declaring that
a more courteous Christian gentleman could not be
found than he who had so faithfully performed his
arduous duties, and instituted so many improve-
ments during his tenure of office. The meeting
separated after some resolutions had been agreed
to in support of their previous determination.
During the course of a long and arduous career
there are few moments more gratifying than
when a tribute like this is afforded. It is a
proud thought for one who is about
to retire from the active part of his
profession to reflect upon that he has been appre-
ciated in his efforts, and Dr. JELF may well be con-
gratulated upon the expressions of approval and
goodwill that were elicited from the speakers at
yesterday's meeting. It will be a day to linger in
his recollection during the rest of his life, and the
most satisfactory part of the affair is that the
praises were well earned, for he has been most
assiduous in his vocation, and gained the respect and
regard of all who came in contact with him during
his important and influential work.

LATEST INTELL MENGE.

(REUTER'S TELEGRA3IS.)

THE BRAZILS.

BUENOS AYRES, Dec. 2G.

A revolution has broken out at the province of
Santa F 6 (Argentine Confederation), and the town
of Rosario is in the hands of the insurgents, who
have declared for Urquizl.

Cholera is subsiding at Buenos Ayres, but is still
very prevalent in the allied camp.
Rio JANEIRO, Jan. 9.

Advices from the seat of war state that no further
fighting had taken place. President Lopez was re-
ceiving supplies through the Chapo. Four vessels
left Rio yesterday with troops, and carrying cannon
to force, if necessary, a passage by Rosario.