The daily exchange. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1858-1861, 1859-05-28

However adverse the merchants and capitalists
of France may be to the war in Italy, its populari-
ty with the masses has recently been placed be-
yond all question. The departure of the troops
from Paris, route foc the seat of war; presented
the first opportunity for the display of that martial
spirit Which, during the past forty years, has
found its only expression in skirmishes with the
Kabyles Of Algeria, and in the brief but bloody
episode Of the Crimean war. 1t was at one time
supposed that the peace policy of LOUIS PHILIPPE,
in conjunction with the extraordinary extension Of
French commerce during the past quarter of
century, would soften and tone down that martial
ardor for which the French nation had so long
been distinguished; but no sooner is war pro-
claimed than the old passion revives in all its origi
nal force, and with it also the memory of the
heroic deeds achieved under the first Empire
Marengo and Wagram-Austerlitz and Lodi
become the watchwords and the war cries of
new campaign. BY undertaking to drive the
Austrans out of Italy, and 10 restore
italian nationality, NAPOLEON III. has elected
expressions Of attachment even from those
who were previously his bitterest enemies,
and who had glorifed the assassin that sought to
take his life. How great change has been
brought about by his armed intervention in favor
of the Italians, may be conjectured not only from
the fact that during his absence from the capital
the protection of the city has been confded to the
National Guard, but that the Red Republicans and
the members Of the mysterious society of the Mari
anne have sheathed their weapons and ceased to
conspire against the government With the masses
in his favor, LOUIS NAPOLEON has nothing to fear,
and now that they sympathise with the objects of
the war and hail him as the champion of the
Italian cause, every attempt upon the part of the
Legitimist Orleanst factions TO create disaffec-
ton, would but recoil upon themselves The de-
parture of the EMPEROR from the Tueres, on the
10th of the present month, to take command of
the army in Italy, was an event which will long
be remembered by those who witnessed it.
As he rode through the Rue RivoL in an open
carriage with the EMPRESS preceded and followed
by the usual escort, the cheers and plauds of the
immense crowd assembled there were of the most
enthusiastic description. The people had turned
out en- massc to eyince their sympathy with the
EMPEROR and with the Italian cause From every
window, packed full of spectators, kerchiefs
and scarfs were waved and from the roofs of the
tall houses, and from ths throng below, burst con-
tinuous shouts of ''Iong live the EMPEROR ~ and
"Long live 1talyp The Paris correspondent
of the London Morning Herald writes that
GAS the corege moved of the gates of the Carrouse
there was roar of voices hats tossed aot
air, handkerchiefs were waved and women cried The
Emperor looked surprised at the unusual warmth of his
reception and well he might be- There no display of
troops. By the time c0rtege had arrived at the Hotel
de Vile, this continued expected ovation had pro
duced the effect which such imposing manifestation
must produce upon the most inexible The Fmneror or
n he W. md
was almost instantly hemmed round by enthusiastic
crowd am told by an eyewitness that the stern.
bending features of Louis Napoleon quiverng with
emotion, while the Empress weeping without attempt
at concealment He put his hands the carriage
and 1t was sight indeed to those rough curriers'
those barcade makers of the Rue St. Misunderstanding
over and kissing them, and shouting vive PEmpereur"
When the cortgs resumed its march band of workmen
stood between the Imperial carriage and the Gardes
and preceded it all the of the way singing the Chant
which, with Vive PEmpereur y for a burden the Impe
rial party aighed and Napoleon III set forth on his Jour
ney to the army of Italy"
On disembarking at Genoa, two DAYS later his
reception by the Genoese was scarcely less
picturesque and impressive. 'The port" we
are told, twas filled with spectators,
"who sauted him with acclamations of
'welcome." At the place of Decentralization
triumphal arch had been erected which was
draped with flags and embems symbolical of the
French and Sandman alliance. Here also he was
welcomed by an immense crowd of citizens dressed
in their holiday costume, who greeted him with
enthusiastic plaudits and in his progress to the
Royal Palace scattered flowers before him. Thus far
the boldness and sagacity of LOUIS NAPOLEON have
been productive of succession of triumphs In
everything he has undertaken he has not only been
successful, but has won for himself an increase of
reputation. AT home-he has effectually overawed
the dsaffected, and has escaped though narrowly
at times, the various attempts that have been made
to remove him by assassination. He has given
peace to France, and if the laws are rigidly ad-
ministered and the system of police is repugnant
to our notions of liberty they have nevertheless
proven effective in preserving order throughout
the Empire and in protecting all classes of citizens
both in their persons and in their property.
Under his auspices also, every branch of in
dustry has prospered, and while he has not
shown himself Indifferent to any thing that
affected the happiness of the people, he has sought
in various ways to promote their social elevation
He has now reached what may, perhaps, be re-
garded as the eliminating point in his career. He
has displayed only the abilities of a statesman
he is now about to undertake the role of war
nor, and upon his success in the charac-
ter he has newly assumed-his future repu-
tation, the safety of his throne, and the
perpetuation of his dynasty will mainly de-
pend Inc statesmanlike qualities he has already
great IS they are acknowledged to be
-, ny ,ne qu"iiues most highly appreciated by
1ne Peopie VINO nave chosen him for their ruler.
Bunders in diplomacy they laugh at and forgive
AT the worst they would only be productive Of
WHY Out malicious bon mot, but blunders in war
wouia rouse .nelr contempt and indignation, and
decisive defeat would revive with ten-foId
cor all the old elements of popular disaffact;or
LOUIS NAPOLEON is now playing great stake If
he succeeds, his popularity will know no hounds
If he fails-if disasters overtake him-if he is
found wanting in military skill, and incapable of
leading his troops to victory-there is no nation
on the face of the earth which would more quick
" rid itself of such ruler than the French