Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-08-11
The British Parliament

day. Her news Is as follows /;
The British Parliament
Lord John Russell made his statement rela-
tive to foreign affairs. He would have post
poned it if there had been any prospect of be-
ing able to announce a definite settlement of
affairs on the Continent, before the approaching
close of the session. He was glad to see in
the Moniteur that the Emperor of France had
determined to place the army and navy on a
peace footing. After reviewing the grounds of
peace, as proclaimed by the Emperors, he said
that us England did not interfere i'll the war;
did not think it was necessary for her to inter-
fere in the peace. The sacrifice of a province
by Austria, did not affect the state of affairs i'll
Europe sufficiently to warrant the interference
of the neutral powers.
The most important part Of the treaty, how
ever, relates to the future of Italy, and the in
vitation of the Emperor Napoleon to England
was to consult on the actual state Of affairs in
Italy, quite irrespective of the terms of the
treaty of Vilatranca. England had not con.
scented to join the Congress, and would not UNI
til they saw what was the result of the confer
ence at Zurich. The treaty of Vilafranca did
not lay down absolutely an Italian Confedera-
ton, but only that the Emperors would unite
to promote one He doubted the feasibility or
the benefit OF confederation at present, and
pointed out various obstacles to the consum
nation of such project.
Again, England must know how it was pro-
posed to carry out the treaty before joining the
Congress, especially with respect to the res
toratlon of the Dukes OF Tuscany and Mode
ma, as England could never be party to
forcing them on the people without their free
consent. He rejoiced to say that the King OF
Naples was beginning to put an end to the
system which prevailed under the late King,
and sincerely desired to terminate it altogether
There Wps q trpa tN abu tn ho nd
ma, whittier confidential agent of the French
government had gone to arrange basis. He
bellved the Emperor Of Austria desired the
Italians should have selfgovernment. He
could not say whether there would be Con
gress, but he thought it would not become
England now to say she would withdraw from
such an assembly, if there was chance of
promoting the liberty of Italy and establishing
peace in Europe.
been more explicit, particularly as to any terms
that may have been offered Austria by neutral
powers. He reiterated his objection to Eng
land having anything to do with the Confer
ence, as she would thereby be bound by the
treaty of Villatranca.
Lord Palmerston denied that England sub
mltted any terms at all to Austria, which were
less favorable than those obtained from France
The Government at the request OF the French
communication, and had submitted some terms
to Austria, but at the same time distinctly
stating that they were the views of the French
Government, and that England gave no advice
or opinion in the matter. 1t would be impos-
sibe for Government to join the Congress I'M
til the result of the Zurich Conference was
known.
Mr.. Whiteside said that the government had
been made Fhe cat's-paw Of France, and by
assented to them.
Mr.. Gladstone eulogized the conduct of
Sardinia, and, defended Palmerston from mis-
representation5Hs4d besought the House not
to interfere witSsothe Executive in whatever
measure it might find itself able to adopt for
the interest OF Italy and the permanent well
fare of Europe.
In the Commons sundry questions were
put to the government on the subject of naval
ornaments and national detenses.
Palmerston said he did not think it possible
for England to enter into an agreement with
other powers for an arthmetica reduction of
naval and military establishments, her posi-
ton being totally different.
Mr.. HorSeman moved a resolution that the
expenses of completing the works of defence
be met by fund specially provided for that
purpose, independent of Parliamentary votes.
lie urged continued armament and suggested
loan to complete detences.
Sydney Herbert, and Palmerston objected
to the proposition, but both said the Cove rn-
ment were fully alive to the Importance of
completing the defences of the country, and
promised vigorous action in the matter.
Mr.. Golden deprecated unnatural alarm, as
an actual incentive to war; and ridlcued the
idea of an invasion by France. He hoped ex-
plantations would be entered into between the
two Governments. After such explanations
had been made and tried, he would, if neces-
sary, be ready to vote l00000,000, to provide
navy superior to France; although, he show
ed that England's navy was greatly supe-
rior now.
Mr.. Horseman's motion was rejected
France.
The Moniteur of the 18th ut., contains the
announcement that the Emperor has decided
that the army and navy shall be restored to
peace footing without the slightest delay.
1t is stated that as soon as the troops have
returned to France and resumed their previ-
GUS quarters, a great number of temporary
furloughs will be granted, which will after
wards be made definite for all those who have
twelve or eighteen months to serve.
The administration of Marine is said to have
received the necessary instructions for prepar-
ing definite discharge of all sailors who, hay
ing already served six years, have been called
to join the feet within the last six months.
The London Times, in leader on the pro-
posed French disarmament, says: owe re-
cogniZe in this disarmament the sagacity of
the Emperor in guaging the temper OF his peo-
pie, aud, for our own part, we rejoice that we
may now return to security and peace. We
shall, of course, in due time, follow the exam
pie of our neighbor."
The Daily News thinks the execution of the
proposed measure would be the most valuable
pledge for the peace Of the world, and the an
nouncement will be accepted with candor.
The Post says that general confidence must
be excited throughout Europe, and long and
uninterrupted peace is to be hoped for.
Prlor to the announcement of the disarma-
ment, Paris correspondence was flied with
conjecture as to the warke designs of France,
particularly in regard to England.
One writer says orders had been sent from
Paris to expedite the departure of the French
troops from Italy. OF the 10000 men in
North Italy, 10000 are sent to Susa and Ge-
noa by rail at the rate of $500 per day. These
are to be in Paris on or before August IA, and
after the Emperors fete the Rhine is their des
tinaton, in order TO show Germany the rapid
ity with which French troops can be moved
from the scene of victories in the South to
fresh enterprises, if necessary, in the North.
1t was still rumored that the Emperor con.
templated a visit to London, but was not cred
tied
Austria.
The Vienna correspondent of the Times
says it is generally believed that deputation,
with Prince Napoleon at its head, would short
ly arrive to take the remains OF the Duke de
Reichstadt to France.
The correspondent Of the Independence
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