The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-06-27


Well not only was no advantage taken OF such an
opportunity bat every showing oil was studlously
avoided Nobody knNw up TO the last monent,
when the entry was 10 take place and an early
hour was chosen in order not to leave the people |
time to prepare for the reception. NO troops
preceded, giving notice beforehand that the
moment was approaching. No splendid UNI.
forms or gaudy carriages. 1t was simply
the entry of two commanders ut the head OF
a body Of their troops They came from the
last -Bobbiette-which is about three
airy and guides preceded and closed up the rear;
in the midst the two Sovereigns, the King of
Sardinia in the middle of the road, and the Empe-
ror to his right, both followed by their staff The
shortest road was chosen to pass through the town
to the Villa Bonaparte, which is near the Giardini
Public; but it was all in vain. The news of their
arrival spread with the quickness of lightning and
was made patent by one frantic shout of Joy, with
which might almost say the whole town gave
vent to its feelings; the thousands who were al
ready thronging the streets began with one i'm
pulse to hurry in the direction from which the
shout first arose. The scene itself, while the
two Sovereigns actually passed, it is impos.
sibe to describe. Imagine the madness of
enthusiasm, the whole heart of a people
long thraldom. Such may have been the reception
of those demigods of old after killing some wild
monster which had desolated the world: Not an
eye remained fearless, and proud must have been
the moment for both. One such moment is almost
sufficient to repay for all the cares, sacrifices, and
risks, without which great work like theirs can
not be accomplished; and necessary too, are such
moments, for they give strength tor new efforts
All the outward decorations disappeared before the
greeting Of the people; the flowers, SO long pre-
| pared for the occasion, were almost forgotten in
the emotion of the moment, and fell often long be-
fore those had passed for whom they had been in
tended. For the first time saw emotion pierce
| through that mysterious and impeDetrable coun-
tenance of the Emperor - he would have been
| more than man had it been otherwise.
After the Sovereigns had passed the troops came
and marched through the streets to the different
! quarters assigned to them. Among these were the
first Picdmontese who had come this time into the
town. Although one might have thought that after
such gush Of enthusiasm as that which greeted
| the Sovereigns, nature must have been exhausted,
the sight of the feathers of the Bersageri and the
modest gray dress OF the Piedmontese infantry
seemed to have terminated the spark. Very likely
memory few back to the year 1889, when this
brave little army entered the lists for Italian
freedom, and perhaps little feeling of shame arose
about the last greeting Milan gave to 1t when 1t
was in adversely. At any rate, there was a marked
difference in the degree of warmth with which
| the Piedmontese troops and the French Guards
were received this second day. The country of lau-
rels seems to have been stripped OF that ornament,
which, twined into wreaths, showcred down on the
heads of the Sardilian soldiers. great deal of
this distinction must be attributed to the numbers
of Lombard youths who have already entered as
volunteers into the ranks of the Piedmoutese army
TWAS her own children as well as her neighbors
and friends, whom Milan greeted in the Piedmon-
tese, and one can scarcely grudge little more
warmth in the greeting
After the arrival OF the Sovereigns the Corso,
which leads from the villa Bonaparte to the Cathe
dral, remained thronged with people, for it was
thought that the Emperor and the King would go
to the Cathedral to celebrate a he Deum The
Cathedral had been already decorated since yester
day for this purpose, but it does not seem that there
will be anything of the kind to-day for it is three
| p. NJ. while am writing, and there is no sign OF
movement.
After the number of volunteers, who rsked
everything to join the Sandman army, it can
scarcely be doubted that many will come forward
now, when no obstacle is in the way. Indeed, as
Napoleon well says this will be the test of WORTH
ness; for if they let this moment pass without doing
anything they are not worthy to be free
There is a rumor to-day that another Austrian
corps of about 5000 has shown Itself in the neigh
borhood of Milan, and a few leagues only from it.
Whether it is only Urban's corps and another OF
the straggers don't know. Il Is, Mt any rate, in
an awkward position for by this time the Allies
have considerably advanced on the upper road to-
wards Verona, as well as on the lower road.
IMPORTANT PROCLAMATI0Ns OF THE EMPEROR OF
THE FRENCH.
The following proclamations have been issued by
the Emperor OF the FRENCH
PEOPLE OF ITALY.
The fortune Of bringing me into the capital Of Lom
hardy, come TO tell you why am hero.
WHEN Austria msde its rhust attack Piedmont re-
solved to support ally the Sandman King the honor
and interest OF France made il a point Of duty.
Your foes (~ho mine) have tried to lessen the uni
versa sympathy sl Europe felt in by giving
out that only made for personal ambition or ag
cannot understand the epoch they ue in, am not Of that
number.
In sound state of public opinion at this time Of day.
men become greater by the moral influence they exert
than by barren conquess seek ch pride that moral IN
tnece tycot' Oiaing to render free the most bauu, land
in Europe.
Your welcome has proved that you fully understand
me- come not here with pre- arranged plan 70 dispos
SECS tover6ens. o! TO impose on you my will. Ny army
viii have two works to performhgh; your enemies and
keep internal ofter No obstacle shall be raised tho
free insnifeetat Of your legitimate wishes Proyi.
individuals,
ing them the opportunity OF sudden greatness but
CONDITION Ct Their knowing BIO to avail tnenlseres Of it
wisely. Earn, then, the boon Low offered you Your de.
sire or Independence 60 long put forth 60 often baed
shall be rea zed you show yourselves worthy Of it.
apce Of your native land Adopt military organization;
rally round the standard Of King Victor Emanuel, who
Der that without discipline :aere army; bdrnng
with the sacred fire OF patrom BE- SoiiS day. BE-
cemefo-ma't~trse citizens cf greet country ,o,-,-
HEADQUARTERS Milan, June 8, 1859.
PROCLAMATION TO tn. ARMY or ITALY
If onov mG, s e sSn Iay y, sona5en on a
den invascn Of Piedmont. by the Austrian troops called
US under arms We were no! ready; men, horses, :
sst sies to debouch By email fractions beyond toe
Alps in presence Of formidable enemy long since pre-
pared for the struggle.
The danger great; the energy OF the nation aud
your own courage have supplied all deficiencies France
and in ore sentiment she has shown the might OF her
souices and tho strength Of her patriotism Toe opera
lions commenced ten days ago, and the Piedmoncse
rilory is already freed from it's invaders.
The allied army has been successful in four engage
mems and one decisive battle, which have opened the
gates OF the capital of Iombardy You have put upwards
Of 35,O00 Ausriars hors de combat, taken II guns
coors 1900 prisoners. Bat all is not There are
more battles in store u.s. more obst ,ces to overcome
rely upon you Courage then galan. 80 ders OF the
army of Ialy From The heights Of hear, your fathers
proudly contemplate their children. NAPOLEON.
BEAD QUARTERS, Milan, June 8, 1859.
These two proclamations are said to have excited
great enthusiasm at Milan. The little phrase about
the duty of the army "to maintain internal ORDER
does not appear to have struck the Milanese. They
will be allowed "free expression of their wishes
with large army to preserve order" The his
tory OF France for the last seven years shows what
is meant by that.
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