Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-02-25
ONE WEEK
LATER FROM EUROPE.
Arrival of the Steamer Canada at Halifax.

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from Liverpool 18th inst, arrived this even
ing.
The session of the French Legislature open
ed on the 9TH with an important speech from
the Emperor. He commenced by referring to
the existing agitation, stating that it was eX-
cited without any apparent and imminent dan
ger; and after expressing his regret at the
disquietude, and pointing to his peaceful polcy
as proof of his moderation, he proceeds as
follows:
Speech of Emperor Napoleon.
"To-day it is my duty to explain again to
you, that which it appears to me you have for
gotten that it has ever been my principle to
restore France to her rank among nations, to
cement closely our alliance with England, and
to regulate with the continental powers of
Europe, the extent of our relations, according
to the conformity of our views, and the nature
of their relations to France. 1t was In that
spirit, that on the eve of my third election L
made at Bordeaux this declaration The En-
pire is peace Anxious to prove by that ex-
preston that, although the heir OF Napoleon
first had assembled the throne, he would inaug'
urate a system which could only be disturbed
for the purpose of defending great national
interests.
With respect to the alliance with England,
have used all my perseverance to consolidate
it. and | have found on the other side of the
the Queen and on the part of the statesmen OF
every shade of opinion to attain the end so val
liable to the peace of the world. | have thrown
aside all opportunities of reviving irritating
remembrances Of the past. Notwithstanding
the calumnious attacks dictated by prejudice,
and even the national antipathies of my own
country, this alliance has borne its fruit. Not
only have we acquired together lasting glory
in the East but at the extremity of the world
hav 1nc 81 al ami mn n q
progress of civilization and of Christian reli-
gion. Since the establishment of peace, my
relations with Russia have assumed the char
acter of the frankest cordiality. am equally
justified in ctngratulatng myself on my rela-
tions with Prussia, which have never ceased to
be amicable.
The cabinets of Vienna and France, on the
contrary speak it with regret--have disa-
greed on important questions, and ii requireda
most coDciliatory spirit to succeed in arranging
them. For instance the reconstruction of the
Danubian principalities has not been completed
without many difficulties, which diminished
the full satisfaction of their legitimate desires
And if ] were asked what interest France has
in those distant countries, watered by the
Danube, | should reply, that the interest Of
France is everywhere, where there is a just
cause, and where civilization ought to prevail.
For this reason, there is nothing extraordinary
that France should draw close to Piedmont
which proved herself so devoted during the
war; SO faithful to our policy during peace
The happy union Of my well-loyed cousin,
Prince Napoleon, with the daughter Of King
Victor Emmanuel is not one of those unusual
facts to which some hidden reason must be
attributed, but the natural consequences, Of
community of interests of the two countries,
and the friendship of the two sovereigns For
sometime past the state of Italy and her alb
normal position, where order cannot be obtain
ed except by foreign troops gives just cause to
diplomacy. This, however, is nota sufficient
reason to give rise to belief in war. Some
may invoke it with all their hearts, without
legitimate reasons. Others, may, in their
aggerated fears, endeavor to show to France
the danger Of new coalition. ! shall remain
firm and inyulnerable ia the path of right
justice and national honor. And my govern
ment will not allow itself to be led away or
intimidated, because my policy will never be
either provocative or pusillanmous. Fa1 be
from us then these false alarms, these unjust
apprehensions. Peace, hope will not be dis
turbed. Resume, then, calmly the usual crown
of your labors.
have frankly explained the state of our for
eign relations, and the explanation corresponds
with all have made known during the last
two months, at home and abroad My policy
has never ceased to be otherwise than fair and
concliatory. Therefore, | confidently re y on
your support as well as on that of the nation
that has entrusted its fate to me, 1t is well
known that never shall personal interest or
petty ambition guide my actions When sup
ported by popular sentiments, we ascend
throne and acquire too grave responsibility
we rise far above that infamous region where
vulgar interests are debated, and our first mo-
tives, as our last, judge God, conscience, and
posterity."
The speech is variously commented on by
the press. Notwithstanding its pacific Ian
guage, its effect on the funds was not favOra-
bic. Prior TO the delivery of the speech, the
Paris BourSe was excited and buoyant
Rumors were current of an English loan of
f5,0O0,000 or f6,000,000, for reconsructing
the navy.
The continental news mostly had reference
to the effect of the Emperor's speech, which
was generally favorable.
Great Britain.
In the House of Lords, on the 10th, discus
sion took place on the election of hospader in
the Danubian principalities. Notice was given
of bill fer raising money i'll England for the
service of the Indian government.
Mr.. Dallas gave dinner to Lord Lynn, the
newly appointed envoy to Washington, which
was attended by the Brazilian, Swedish, and
Danish ministers, and other prominent men.
1t is noticed that the number of Italian refu-
gees in London has considerably diminished
during the last few days
The London Times had playful editorial
on the proposed appropriation of $3OO00,000
to negotiate for the purchase of Cuba. 1t
strongly recommends the system to the notice
of Emperor Napoleon, and says that America
has deepened the science and enlarged the
jurisdiction of money.
1t is reported that Archbishop Cullen is to
be made Cardinal and to reside permanently
at Rome.
The Prince of Wales had made formal
visit to the Pope.
Paris letters continue to debate on the En-
perors speech. The Times correspondent
SAYS "If any slight change has supervened
on reflection, it is perhaps more in favor of a
pacific than warlike interpretation. The
same uncertainty prevailed, but without au-
sion to peace, in Count de Morny's speech to
the Corps Legislatif
LATEST.
The correspondence of the London press
looks warke. There is great diversity of
opinion, and it is believed that hostilities will
commence before the close of the year. The
Herald's letter says affairs stand just as they
did before the Emperor's speech. Great diff
Guilty exists, and if diplomacy fails, war must
ensue
The Daily News says the latest news is al
together warlike. Six floating batteries are to
be constructed in French ports, to be navgated
like ships.
The appearance of pamphlet, by Girardin,