Delaware State journal and statesman., 1862-01-03
FOREIGH NEWS.

N'"i'heu great dtlenuoh, NOTWITHSTANDING
that the public feeling was deeply en-
gagged with the death of Prince Albert.
The silence Of the Presidents message on
the Trent affair was the subject of much
conjecture and comment, TWAS generally
regarded as a loop-hole for escape, and
gave rise to some hopes of peace, although
the general construction was warlike.
The Daily News considers the silence
on the Trent affair an indication Of pru-
dence and caution, and favorable to peace.
II is pleased to believe that the President
desired to hold himself free to speak at
an appropriate time. 1t nevertheless
complains of the Presidents reticence and
Of the little credit he gives to foreign
governments.
The Star iustilies the silence relative to
the Trent, and praises the cleamess, force
and ability of the message.
The Herald takes quite a contrary view,
and fears that peace is almost hopeless.
The vote of thanks by Congress it regards
as an insult to England.
Admiral Dacres will hoist his flag ON
the Edgar, as second in command of the
North American squadron.
portion of the Mediterranean fleet is
gradually accumulating at Gibraltar, TO
be ready, if necessary, to cross the AT.
lantic.
Several French journals maintain that
France should give moral support to
England by recognizing the justice of
her demands and the independence of the
South
The passengers by the Asia repeat a
rumor that the blocking up of Charleston
harbor with stones, is likely to lead to
difficulty with England
1t was further rumored that England's
warlike preparations will continue in view
thereof and that the surrender of Messrs.
Mason and Slidell is not the only demand
England has 10 make.
The London Morning Post reports that
the instructions to Lord Lyons combine
such righteousness and temperance of
procedure that the American most tender
OF his pride will be unable to complain of
Hngland'S course as menacing OF naughty
'r"he's Musical and Educational Agency.
The musical world will be pleased to learn
that Prof. GRoBEhas established an -" Agency
III this city, by which the Musical and E.duca-
tlonal interests OF the Profession may be more
thoroughly and successfully guarded against
mposture than il has hitherto been. Like
medicine. Music is constantly subjected 10
the evils Of all manner of quackery. so 10
speak, by which popularity and utility are
greatly retarded. 1t seems, in these days of
progress, that almost any person. no matter
what may have been the current of his educa-
tlon or early training, who can play Jews
harp, or whistle Yankee doodle at 2.40 rate
without losing time, is dnbbeda professor" ("
and hangs his shingle ont accordingly BY
This means 1.ssat impoaition- are pructised
upon the public and the genius of Music
sweet, gentle, soothing captivating, soul
inspiring Music--is made to assume some of
the most ridiculous and udicrous airs that
ever fell upon the ears OF mortal man.
III We understand the object of Prof
HRoRES Agency much of this sort of sham
and nonsense will be arrested, and purer.
healthier influence thereby exerted in mnsi.
cal circles. Its chief aims are -
l. 10 supply schools, Academies, Semina
ries, Colleges, and Families with competent
Teachers, Professors and Goyernesses for
any department.
2 To assist Teachers in any branch of
Education, who desire situations in Schools
of any grade, in procuring suitable engage
ments, by facilitating their instruction TO
such persons as are in want of teachers.
). rop purchase to order any kind OF Music
or Works on Music, ancient and modern
at the lowest prices
4. 10 correct Musical Compositions ii,
manuscript and prepare them for the press.
>. To furnish TO order Musical Compost.
tions OF Arrangements of any description.
&. To select any kind of Musical Instrn-
ments from the manufactures.
Z, To transact all kinds of business con.
nected with Musical matters.
PRor. GRoBF, standing as he does at the
very head of the Profession, and esteemed
as one Of its most popularand Indispensable
ornaments possesses the necessary exper-
lence for the business he has designed. Ills
name and reputation are ample guarantees
of the fidelity and thoroughness with which
he will enter upon its execution, and in pro-
portion as he shall be encouraged and sue.
cessiu in the attainment Of the objects he
has in view, will be the benefits accming TO
the profession; and the beautiful art of
Music be all the more elevated by the dif-
fusion of its accomplishments throughout
society.
Persons desiring more full knowledge
OF the Agency, can obtain il through the
medium of a circular free of expense. by
addressing Prof Grobe, in this city.