The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1856-1888, 1867-03-09

NV YORK, Feb 4--The Frsrh chsrterrrs OF the
Great Eastern advertise to ron regularly between
New York ard Bresi. leaving Liverpool March 10Th
aud New York April 9'b. ". T Coleman X Co,
are freight agents and general managers or this side.
The contract is for one year. Wells, Fargo K Co,
are ticket agents in San Francisco; Sir james Andcr-
son, commander.
The Missouri House has tabled a proposition to
amend the Constitution by striking out the test oath
for lawyers, preachers, etc.
Mexican Intelligence.
Ngw YORK. Feb. PA Tri6uas Matamoras spe-
cial Of February 9Th. says Gen. Miremon took the
city Of Ztcatecss with 1900 prisoners. aui Juarcz
who was there had TO leave in a hurry, taking the
read TO Chihuahua.
\ specie train with $500. 900. which let Zacate-
cas- before Juarez. has probably fallen into the hands
Of the Imperialists.
1t is reported that che Libernlists. Il 900 strong,
have been defeated by 9,oOo imperialisis. between
Sun Luis and Queretaro.
The Emperor had ordered them to attack the Lib
erals, and if victorious it was his intention TO order
sn election, and if the people declsred for the En-
pire. tc stay. and il for Juarez, to leave the country.
Macmillan was at the capital on the 5th-
European.
[BY THE cABLE1
Paris. Feb. 4-Imprisonment for debt is to be
abolished in France.
The Emperor has refused to allow Gen. Prim Of
Spain, the revolutionist, TO remain in France.
Ii is estimated that the value of goods already
received for the Exposition will amount to el,0O0,-
900 sterling.
The first ironclad of war ordered by the ia
pancse Government is now being constructed at
Toulon.
1t is reported that the King Of Greece is about to
marry the Princess Imperial of Russia.
Holders Of Confederate bonds in England have
united in n petition 10 the British government TO
back their claims.
The Queens speech at the opening Of Parliament
yesterday was transmitted over the cable. II makes
about > 900 words. Following are the most import
ant paragraphs:
- have suggested TO the Government OF the
United States a mode by which the questions pending
between the two countries arising out of civil war
may receive IA amicab!e solution, and which, If met,
as | trust 1t will be III Il corresponding spirit, will
remove all grounds of possible misunderstanding and
promote relations of cordial friendship.
The war between Spain and the republics Of
Chile and Peru still continues, the good offices OF my
Government in connection with the French having
failed to effect a reconciliation.
"YOur attention will again be called to the subject
of representation in Parliament, and | trust your
deliberations will be conducted in IA spirit of frmness
aud moderation. Mutual forbearance may lead to
the adoption of measures which, without undue dis
turbance of the balan-7 of political power, shall
freely extend the elective franchise"
During the Queens address the people cried,
" Reform Reform -
New YouR. Feb. THE London Telegraph says
great preparations are making for the reform demon
stration on the llth. The bitterness of popular feel
ing is undisguised. Even personal regard fer the
Queen is eclipsed by the reform JurOre. Placards
appear bearing the motto, Men without votes are
Serfs.'
The Queen has probably opened Parliament for
the last time, and il is understood that she has re-
solved to appear no more in public. y series Of
royal receptions are announced.
LONDON, Feb. 6.-In Parliament last night Lord
Derby in reply to an inquiry by Lord Russell. said
Lord Stanley had asked MIR. Seward 10 state plainly
the points Of the claims on which adjustment by
arbitration was desired by the United States.
A new Atlantic Telegraph Company is now being
formed with the intention of laying n cable by way
of the Azores to Halifax. The prospectus announces
that the tolls will be $50 for "a words.
BERLIN. Feb. 4-It is reported that the govern
ments OF Prussia and Bavaria, are arranging q treaty
of alliance, offensive and defensive.
FLORENCE, Feb. 4-Fhe Italian Parliament has
abolished capital punishment
BERLIN, Feb. 1.-The flag of the North German
confederation has been adopted. 1t will consist Of
an eagle, and black, white and red stripes.
Prussia declines to treat with the South German
States because of the provisions of the treaty of Pra-
que.
The King closed the Diet and returned thanks for
their cordial assistance. He expressed strong hopes
for the continued advance of German unity. He
pointed out the necessity of permanent peace at home
and abroad. The King and his speech were enthusi-
astically received.
LONDON, Feb. 5.-Advices tonight indicate fresh
complications in the Eastern question. Servia is
arming against the Turks. The peace party in Con-
stantinople is increasing in numbers and influence.
The Viceroy of Egypt has sent an agent to ascer-
tain whether the leading Powers Of Europe would
favor his complete independence.
The trial of Governor Eyre, of Jamaica, has COM
menced.
Prince Napoleon has been appointed Director Of
the Paris Exposition.
The Emperor Napoleon in his address on the assem-
bling Of the Corps Legisid If. will. it is believed,
announce the final disposition Of the Eastern and
Mexican questions.
The American squadron, it is understood, will
visit Cherbourg during the continuance Of the Inter-
national Exposition.
BERLIN, Feb. 12-Prussia will send a Plenipoten-
tiary to treat with the ex King of Hanover, in regard
to the disposition Of his private property.
MADRID, Feb. 12-The Cortes will be opened by
the Queen OH the Both March. 1t is reported that
the Government intends imposing a forced loan.
LONDON, Feb. 1.-THE reform procession marched
through the city this afternoon. 1t was immense.
There was not the slightest disturbance. A deputa-
ton, headed by John Bright, waited upon Mr.. Glad
stone. They were fayorably received.
1t is reported that Disrneli will produce a plan Of
reform to be adopted by Parliament, by resolution.
CoEsTASTINoPLE, Feb. 1.-THE Sultan has re-
solved to emancipate his Christian subjects from
political disabilities and has called a Turkish Parlia-
ment. The intelligence has caused a rise in the
Turkish funds.