Polynesian. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu], Hawaii) 1844-1864, 1859-08-13
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Cuggono. Magenta is small town of about 900 in
habitans, lying nearly midway between Milan and the
/ Ticino.
The passage of the Allies strongly contested both
at Bufaora and TurbigOthe fight the latter place
Beng doubtful for entire day-the Austrians rer
ing as far as Magenta, where it would appear the fight
| came to a crisis.
! Assuming that the Austrians were not very badly
beaten at Magenta and considering that they have in
their several strongly fort fed almost mpregna
bic cities, well garrsoned, tc fall back upon and fresh
army Of $1,000 men under Clam Gallas having Just
come to their support through the Tyro do not an
hcpate that one reverse break down their ardor
but will probably stimulate them to new daring Be-
sldes while the Tyrol is open them, and the COM
municaton between Vienna and all their strong points
Verona, Mantua, Peschera, Legnano, Bresca and
Milan itsef-s Immediate there is no reason to re-
gard the position of the Austrans either dangerous
or desperate enough to dsprit and demOralze the EN-
pire by defeat even if it prove to have been disas-
trous one.
We anticipate that the really great battle of the cam
palgn IS yet to be fought under the walls Of Verona,
where on so many previous occasions from 1896 to
l840 the attempts OF enemy to pass the Adige
severely contested.
The square encompassed by the fortified towns Of
Verona, Peschera, Mantua aud Legnano, il well de-
Tended, to the fortunes of Austria what well main
taned square of infantry often is in turning the scale
of battle.
The Austrian account speaks of a series of
battles with varying success on both sides, but
III,
great losses on both sides"
1t was believed that proposals for peace would
be made If the French entered Milan.
A despatch dated Paris, Monday night, June 6,
to the London Post says the municipality Of Milan
proclaimed King Victor Emanuel, and have pre-
sented an address to him in the presence of the
Emperor. Tomorrow the King will make his en-
try into Milan.
The Times, in its editorial remarks on the sub
Ject, says 1T seems probable that this hard
fight is even yet undecided, but that on the whole
the French have the best of it.
The absence of late dispatches by way of Paris
is not considered indicative of French successes.
The opinion was becoming current in London
that the victory of Magenta victory in which
the French defeated and their failure to oc-
cupy Milan, only twelve miles from Magenta,
strengthened this view.
The movement which preceded the battle of
Magenta not clearly stated, but it was previ-
Ously announced that the Allies about to
the TicinO. to the number of about 100000 men,
and it is presumed the rapid movement of the Al
lied army prevented the Austrians from completing
the retreat which they had commenced, and COM
PEELED them to accept battle on the banks of the
river.
An important circular from Prince Gortschakoff
to the ENJOYS OF Russia at the several courts of
Germany, declares that if Germany goes to the
aid of Austria, the political equilibrium resulting
from the treaties by which the German Confedera-
tion is constituted will be destroyed.
Kossuth was leaving England for Italy the
9TH inst He had had an interview with the
French Ambassador in London. Some three hun
dred Hungarians who had returned from America
were to follow him to Italy.
The real business of Parliament commenced on
the 9TH, when the Queen in person delivered the
following speech:
Ny LoRDsNANn GENrLEMEN-I avail myself with
satisfaction, in the present anxious state of public
affairs, of the advice of my Parliament, which I
have summoned to meet with the least possible de-
lay. | have directed that papers shall be laid be-
fore you from which you Will learn how earnest
and unceasing have been my endeavors to preserve
the peace of Europe. These endeavors have un-
happily failed, and war has been declared between
France and Sardinia on one side, and Austria on
the other. Receiving assurances of friendship
from both the conending parties, intend to main
tain between them strict and impartial neutrali-
ty, and hope with Gods assistance to preserve
to my people the blessings of continued peace.
Considering, however, the present state of Eu-
rope have deemed 1t necessary to the security of
my dominons and the honor Of my crown to in
crease my naval forces to an amount exceeding
that which has been sanctioned by Parliament |
rely with confidence your cordial concurrence
in this precautionary measure Of defensive policy.
The King of the Two Sicilies, having announced
to me the death of the King his father, and his
own accession, have thought, in concert with the
Emperor of France, to renew nv diplomatic inter-
course with the Court Of Naples, which had been
suspended during the late reign. All my other
relations continue on perfectly satisfactory foot
ing.
Washington, June 1s.-Lord Lyons had long
interview with the Secretary of State to-day on
general subjects There is every reason to believe
that Great Britain is at this particular time most
anxious to cultivate very friendly relations with us.
I Al
the important question of neutral rights, now un-
der advisement by our government.
The Secretary of War has refused to permit any
more officers on leave to depart for Europe. Il is
feared they might Join some Of the armies, and in
the event of being taken prisoners would lead to
serious complications, which our government de-
sire 10 avoid.
The results of the war news may be summed
up in the following points -
!. The Germans express decided Austrian pro-
clivites, discredit the because it comes from
French sources, and hope for better times.
2. The Italians, Hungarians and French are in
and believe all the good news. that Aus
trian tyranny is nearly at an end, and Italian lib
erty certainty.
8. Struggling parties from all nationalities are
the ience wishing for Italian freedom, doubling
the sincerity of the Allies, fearing the power of
Austria. and devoutly desiring universal liberty.
4. Among the evidences of the general interest
concerning this battle may be mentioned the sale
Of seventy thousand copies Of the Sunday Herald
in this city New York; alone.
The conversion" of Lola Montez is announced.
She has it is said quietly settled down humble,
peaceful, exemplary, religious woman, in her own
iomicil in Picadilly, London, having amassed suf
icient sum to purchase and pay for a house, which
$ now the receptacle and centre of a large number
IF wealthy and pious enthusiasts Of London, male
md female Among her most constant and intimate
visitors is Mrs Thstlewate. formerly actress who
vas famiIiarly known as Laura Bell. and was about
"a notorious SIS Lola herself About the time thatshe
urned from the error of her way she won the heart
# the rich commoner. She married him, and is now
bright and shining light in Exeter Hall. II was she
Who the principal instrument in bringing about