The evening telegraph. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1864-1918, 1867-02-06
EUROPE.
The Queen,s snnnnh

made by the Queen at the re-opening of the impe.
My Lords-In again recurring to your advice
'ano assistance, am happy to inform you that my
|1siSuons s l with foreign Powers on a friendly
which Prussia, Austria and Italy have been en-
'gaeed may lead to the establishment of a durable
oa, ~ ~ @ europe nave suggested to the govern
meht OF the United States mode by which the
questions pending between the countries, arising
.Dut OF the civil war, may receive amicable So
utlon, , and which met as trust It will be, in
corresponding spirit, will remove all grounds Of
possible Misunderstanding and promote rela-
Lions of cordial friendship. The war between
Spain and the republics OF Ohiii and Peru still
pohtlnue, the good offices of my government, in
eonJunction with that Of the Emperor OF the
rench, having failed to effect reconciliation,
II, either by agreement between the parties them
selves or by the mediation of any other friendly
|foWer, peace should be restored, the objects
=Hhich have had in view will be equally attained.
rhe discontent prevailing in some of the pro-
finces OF the Turkish Empire has broken out in
Petual insurrection in Crete. In common with my
lilies, the Emperor of the French and the Empe-
or Of Russia, have abstained from any active
Interference in these internal disturbances, but
oint efforts have been directed to bringing about
Improved relations between the Porte and its
christian subjects not inconsistent with the SOW
reign rights Of the Sultan. The protracted nogo-
lations which arose out of the acceptance by
Prince Charles of Hohenzollern of the Governor
ship OF the Danubian Principalites have been
happily terminated by an arrangement which
las been sanctioned by the concurrence Of all
he Powers TO the Treaty of 1856. Resolutions IN
avor of more intimate union of the provinces of
Janada, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick have
een passed by their several Legislatures, and dele
aes duly authorized, and representing all classes
colonial party and opinion have concurred in the
onditions upon which such an union may be best
hected in accordance with their wishes, and a
ll will be submitted to you which, by the consoli-
. alton OF colonial interests and resources will
i've strength to the sovereign provinces as mem
ers Of the same empire and animated by feelings
loyalty to the same sovereign. l have heard
IYith deep sorrow that the calamity of famine
PRESSED heavily on my subjects in some parts of
nda. Instructions were Issued to my govern
.hent IL that country TO make the utmost exertons
he autumn of last year, The blessing of an
bundant harvest has since that time improved
be condition OF the suffering districts. The per-
everinR efforts and unscrupulous associations of
reasonable consprators have, during the last
i. utumn, excited the hopes of some disafected
ersons in Ireland and apprehensons of the loyal
population, but the firm and temperate exercise of
.,he powers entrusted to the executive, and the
ostilues manifest against the conspiracy by men
all classes and creeds have greatly tended to
tore public confidence, and have rendered hopeless
ny attempt to disturb the general tranquility.
trust that you will consequently be enabled to
ispense with the continuance of any exceptional
fgtslation for that part of my dominions. 1 ac-
knowledge with deep thankfulness to Almighty
tod the great decrease which has taken place
the cholera and in the pest which has at
lcked our cattle. But the continued prevalence
the latter in some foreign countries, and Its
ccasional reappearance in this, will render
ecessary some special measures of precaution,
Ind / trust that the visitation of the former
i'll lead to increased attention to those sanitary
easures which experience has shown to be the
fst preventive. Estimating as of the highest
pportance an adequate supply of pure and
fholesome water, have directed the issue of
& pmmssion to inquire into the best means of per-
anently securing such a supply for the metropo-
go and for the principal towns in the densely po-
plated districts of the kingdom.
Gentlemen of the House of Commons: have di-
cted the estimates for the ensuing year to be laid
bfore you They have been prepared with due
gard to economy and the requirements of the
blic service. You will, am assured give your
ady assent to moderate expenditure calculated
improve the condition of my soldiers, and to lay
foundation of an efficient army of reserve. My
".OrdS and gentlemen, attention Will again be
lied to the state of the representation OF the popu
W lion in Parliament and trust that your delibera-
~ pms conducted in spirit of moderation and mutu-
forbearance may lead to the adoption ofmeasures
i hich, without undue disturbance of the balaHce
political power, shall freely extend the elective
hnchise. The frequent occurrence of Disagree
q ent between the employers of labor and their
prkmen, causing much private suffering and
blic loss and occasionally leading, as is alleged,
acts of outrage and violence, has induced me to
ne commission TO inquire into and report
W ron the organizations of trades unions, and
her societies, whether of workmen en-
oyers, with power to suggest any improve
bnt of the laws for their own benefit. Appli-
ton will be made TO you for parliamentary
t wers which will be necessary TO make this
nuirv effective. have directed bills TO be laid
lore you for the extension to other trades of the
III heticial provisions of the Factory acts especially
ported by the Royal Commission, on the em-
~ abyment OF Children and for the better regula-
10, according to the principle of those acts, Of
prkshops where women and children are largely
poyed. The condition OF the mercantile ma
he has attracted my serious attention. Com
4. hints are made that the supply OF seamen'is deh-
Int, and the provisions for their health ana dis
blne on board ship imperfect. Measures
ll be submitted to you with a view to increase
Il efficiency of this important service. have OBJ
=. " we'd with satisfaction the relaxation recently
reduced into the navigation laws of France l
.of We expressed to the Emperor my readiness to
apmit 10 Parliament proposal for the extinction
equitable terms OF the exemption from local
hrges on shipping, which are still enjoyed by a
ted number rofindividuals!n British ports and
Ne, in anticipation of this step, already admitted
e NAitsh ships to the advantages of the new law.
Il bin upon this subject will forthwith be laid be-
~ you. A bill Will also be submitted to you for
king better provision for the arrangement of the
sairs of railway companies which are unable 70
et en- ngagements. Measures will be submitted 70
for Improving the management OF the sick and
er poor In the metropolis, and for re-distribu-
.''r@n Of some OF the charges for relief therein
ur attention will also be called TO the amend
Mt of the law of bankruptcy, to the consoli
ion OF the Courts of Probate and Divorces
IL Admiralty, and to the means of dispos
with greater dispatch and frequency o
increasing business IN the Superior Court
Common Law and at the ARslzes. Tn
atons between landlord and tenant in Ire
d have engaged my attention, and bill will b
before you which, without interfering witt
hts of property, will offer direct encourage
nt to the occupiers of land to improve thei
dipRs, and provide a simple mode of obtaining
npensation for permanent improvements.
nmend to your careful onsideration these an
er measures which will be brought before you
OF Providence, conduce TO the prosperity O
country and the happiness Of my people.