Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-03-11
SEVEN DAYS
LATER FROM EU ROPE.
Arrival of the Arabia at Halifax.

ing, March 10.
Great Britain.
In the House of Commons, on the 9th, at
tention was called to the seizure Of the British
ship Herald by the Portuguese, on the AloZam-
bique coast. The government admitted the
Importance of the case, and said Portugal had
been called for explanations.
Sir Charles Napier inquired whether the first
Lord of the Admiralty was aware, that, a few
nights since, French vessel was anchored off
Spithead, and departed before morning, and
whether it had done so for the purpose of
taking soundings
Sir j. Packington replied that such vessel
had so visited Spithead, but whether for the
purpose of taking soundings or not, he could
not say. There was, however, nothing unusu-
al in the fact
After some debate, in which the government
opposed the project, leave was given to bring
in bill abolishing all distinction between Par
hamentary oaths taken by Protestant or Cath
olics.
On the 25th, in the House of Lords, Mains
bury said that government were led to believe
that, at no very distant period, the Austrian
and French troops would evacuate the Roman
States at the request of the Papal government
In the House of Commons, ID Israeli said an
offer of a conditional guaranty had been made
to the Atlantic Telegraph Co., but whether it
had been accepted or not, he could not say.
Palmerston called attention to the state Of
Europe, with the view of inquiring of the gov
eminent whether they were in a position 10
make any declaration, that peace was not likely
to be interrupted, briefly reviewing the present
position Of Europe, glancing at the warlike
preparations everywhere in progress, and
avowed his inability to discover any sufficient
cause for war, other than the long existing
jealousy between France and Austria, with re-
gard to Central Italy, brought into more ac-
tive operation by the joint occupation Of the
Roman States, and which could only be
brought to termination by the simultaneous
Withdrawal by those powers of their military
occupation He strongly recommended the
government to use their good offices to bring
about such result, and did not despair of
success.
D'ISraeh expressed his conviction that the
great powers had no wish to disturb the settle
ment of 1915, although there were circum-
stances in regard to Italy calculated to excite
apprehension. Government, in face of the
warlike preparations going forward, had not
been Idle in the interests Of peace. Hav-
ing awaited themselves Of the friendly relations
in which they stood with both France and
Austria, he had good reason to hope that
the Papal States would ere long be evacuated,
both by France and Austria, and that with the
full concurrence of the Papal government.
He might add, that Lord Cowley had gone to
Vienna on mission, the exact character of
which could not of course be stated, but which
was one of Cancellation. Under these circum-
stances, he appealed to the House to postpone
further discussion on the subject, and trust to
the earnest efforts of the government to pre-
serve peace and promote the general prosperi-
ty of Europe.
Lord Russell expressed the satisfaction he
gfnfo 1a.1f aud how fhaf
every effort would be made, by all parties, to
promote the maintenance Of peace.
Sir j. Packington then brought forward the
navy estimate, details Of which were taken out
by the previous steamer. He states that the
increase in the number of men for the year
will be practically 1000, and the proposed adj
dition to the navy will be 26 powerful steam
vessels
a debate ensued, in which Sir Charles Ma
pier asserted that France had command of the
channel and the Mediterranean, but which
Packington warmly denied. The number of
men asked for was promptly voted. The
London papers eulogize the moderation and
discretion displayed by Palmerston, and re-
joice over ID 'Israelis satisfactory assurances
Lord Cowley, British Minister to Paris,
who was summoned to London, has been de-
spatched thence to Vienna on special mis-
sion. This movement had very favorable
effect, particularly on the continental bourses.
1t was confidently predicted the Great East
ern would be ready by August, and will GER
tainy make a trial trip to Portland.
The regular annual general meeting Of the
Atlantic Telegraph Co. was held on the 23d
The official report says the cable remains in
precisely the same state, and no efforts had been
made to resusctate it, owing to the lack Of
funds. The directors were not without hope
that it may be yet rendered available. The
chairman, Hon J. S. Wortey in moving the
adoption of the report said he had just receiv
ed intelligence that under certain conditions,
which did no appear to offer any insurmount-
able objection, Government had consented to
give a guarantee of s per cent. on new
capital Of $500 900 for rs years.
The shares of the company have improved
from f220 to ESQ. Under the governmental
promise, was a lecture in London by Rev.
Walter Mitchell, on the Atlantic Telegraph.
Special attention was drawn to important ex-
periments and greatly improved cable, in
vented by Prof Hughes, of America
Lord Lyons sailed on the 22d, from Ply
mouth for New York, in the steam frigate Con
ecas.
The London Globe states that baronetcy
is about to be conferred on Mr.. Cunard.
Edwin james, the well known counsellor,
has been elected to Parliament from Maryle-
bone, by large majority.
At the Queens leyee, VIM. Armstrong, the
inventor of the new rifle cannon which bears
his name, was presented to the Queen, and re-
ceived the honor of the knighthood. The Or
der describes him as engineer TO the War De
partment for rifle ordnance. The appointment
is recorded as a very significant fact. One OF
Armstrong; guns was being experimental
with at Woolwich with great success.
Rumors continued warlike, but Lord Cow
LEWIS mission to Vienna had increased the hopes
of peace.
The Paris correspondent of the London Her
aid says he is in position to state that war is
so far resolved on by the French government,
that the corps which are to commence the
campaign have already been designated, and
orders have been given to the Minister Of War
to frame plan of operations.
II is said the representatives of the foreign
courts, in Paris, have abandoned all hopes of
a pacific solution. 1t is reported that orders
to prepare for the campaign IN Italy, were
given by the Emperor, Immediately after his
return from Compeigne. Another circular
was issued by the Minister of the Interior to
the projects of departments, the purpose of
which is to express the confident hope that II
Notwithstanding the Emperors desire to mann
tain peace, he should be forced to make war,
he may count upon the patriotism and devo-
ton of the French people. A circular from
the war Office directs the troops to be trained
to forced marches and to night bvouacs. All
military surgeons have been ordered to join
their corps Immense quantities Of list have
been sent to Lyons. All regiments of artillery
of the Imperial Guard are to be supplied with
rihed cannon, on a new plan.
The Times Paris correspondent describes
the effect of the news of Cowleys mission to
Vienna as very favorable. The spectators re-