The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-07-12

Mikad0 in Possession Of Northumberland.
cratic League and RenctiOn-CIerical Com.
plicatiOns-British Diplomacy 'Ahead''-
How the MikadO LOOks-The American War
Ram ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS OF LabOrers.
YOKOHAMA, June 4, 1868
Political news in Japan is exceedingly difficult to
obtain, and when obtained is not often very reliable
One day we read that the rebellion is at end, and
the next this is contradicted by statement which,
in It's turn is declared to be erroneous
Within the next twenty-fo9r hours. One thing
is certain however, the MikadO has I'M
doubleday possession Of the principal cities
such as Osaca and Yokohama. The late
Tycoon has surrendered at discretion. The terms
were rather hard. He had to cede all his private
possessions north Of Seruga, disband almost his
entire army. surrender his navy and secude him.
self at MitO during the pleasure OF the Mikad0. All
these conditions have been fulfilled, except that
what has become Of the navy Is a puzzle. The Ty-
coon ordered his Admiral to lower his nag and hoist
the Mikado's; but instead Of doing this that officer
left Jeddo with the whole feet and has not been
heard of since.
Yokohama was formally taken possession OF on
the 18th ut by Daimio in the service of the Mikado
whereupon the "Aled Army of Occupation" con-
sisting Of English and French troops and Prussian
and American marines, called of, the marines
returning to their vessels.
the political troubles OF this country far from
having arrived at a complete settlement Although
there is good deal Of dissatisfaction expressed by
the Tycoon's followers at what they call his igno-
miniOus surrender his friends have by no means de-
serted him. Several Of the Northern Damios are
said to have formed coalition and have placed an
army In the field stronger than any that backed
the Tycoon Aidzu, the most daring and
trues friend of stotsbashi heads it. He refuses to
recognize the proclamation of the Mkado, and has
averred that If he be deserted by all he will continue
10 fight by himself for the interests of the late Ty-
coon. To him are now joined Kanga no. X ami, the
most powerful Daimio IN Northern Japan, and
Sendai, only second to Kanga. Had these two
Princes joined the Tycoon in the early stage Of the
troubles the result would have been vastly different
However, quiet and resigned as the Tycoon pretends
to be to the present condition OF affairs, the signs
are at present much more in his favor than they
ever were before.
Two battles have already taken place, both re-
suting In the defeat OF the Mkado on the 10Th Of
May lighting commenced at oyama, few miles
northwest of Jeddo, and the Mikados troops had to
retreat and give up strong fortress formerly the
property of the Tycoon. At Yinshi, on the 18th OF
MAY, Aidzu attacked large body OF the imperial
troops routed them, captured three hundred prison
ers among whom two Daimlos. and beheaded
them all. He has now taken up strong position
. between Osaka and Jeddo. should the Mkados
forces be forced 10 leave Jeddo--an event not i'm.
probable-their retreat TO Osaka viii be cut
OF, and they Will have to fight their way out
through enemy's country. This viii give
Aidzg an opportunity Of marching on 20 Osaka, now
the residence Of the Mkado ana that place once in
his possession the Mikado will have TO accept,
instead of debating terms Another thing that
promises TO the Tycoon lies IN the fact that
the people getting aroused and desire his return
TO power. IL Is well known now that all the re-
tainers OF the Tycoons family have armed them
selves and have sworn to defend his rights with
their lives Although the Mkados troops have
possession Of the fortifcations around Jeddo the
city itself has not been molested but Is still In quiet
possession of the Totugawa tTycoonsl family.
kanga-no- Kami, who has already left the capital
with ali his reainers, has dared them TO occupy
yeddo. and has gwen warning that he viii hold the
Mikado himself responsible for any harm being done
70 the place. This demonstration has struck terror
Into the hearts Of the Mikado's party Another event
has happened which complexities still more than
ever the condition OF AFFAIRS, but which promises
well to the Tycoon and the Northern Daimos.
The High Priest OF Kioto, who seems 70 occupy
position regards the rulers Of Japan, very similar
10 that held by the Pope towards ali sovereigns in
Europe during the early ages OF Christianity, has
issued proclamation warning the Mkado that he has
threatens him with the terrible wrath OF Buddha If
he does desist. This has had the effect OF fright
enng the Southerners who fear FOR Their own terri
torres, and many OF them have already recalled their
troops homeward for fear that the priesthood might
cause an uprising against them at their own homes
Thus matters stand. And whoever desires TO see
japan opened Will be pleased 10 the Old party In
power. The Tycoon was always steadiast IN en-.
desvorng 10 carry out the terms OF the treaty with
the foreign Powers; in fact II was this very crcum
Choisu. Already the Mikado has reissued
IA
tive that takes TO Christianity, and II
is more than likely that should his power be
tween the western nations and Japan Ia spite Of
these circumstances which are patent to almost
TVS Minister has been somewhat remarkable. lhe
Tycoon resigned the lalter palt Of January Before
the first week in May Is past Sir Harry Parkes de-
lvers his credentials as Minister accredited TO the
new government Three months Is scarcely sum-
Gent time for bis report to have reached England
anu a reply to have been received. But sir
Harry states that he foresaw what was going
to happen some six months ahead, and wrote
on in advance for his new credentials This Is posi-
BILE. But there is one circumstance to be taken into
consideration. The southern Damios are greatly In
Shem with vesses and munitions Of war. Had TIE Ty.
coon remained securely in power this debt would have
looked rather shaky. Consequently, it was to the
immediate interest Of England to raise disturbance
In japan, provided there was chance OF the south
the sagacity of the English Minister will stand the
test of time and events remains to he As far
az present indications go he had better give an i'm
mediate order for new set of credentials.
The person OF the Mikado has been described o
dull stupid looking man. VINO might be any age
from eighteen to twenty Ave. You scarcely credit
the gross state OF ignorance in which he has been
reared He has been 50 mewed up at his old palace
n Kioto that II 10 said TO be positive fact that he
never saw green field, the even river until
he left that place for Osaka Is said that Satsuma
trying to make something OF him, but q person who
has reached mans estate totally without education
or mental culture grovelling only in the enervating
Injuries Of such . demoraizing existence ~ his
must have been, hardly he expected to turn out
ANYTHING very great. Besides, ] very much doubt
whether his present councillors VIII overexert them.
selves to make man Of him, considering that in his
present condition he is too easy ana useful tool
In my last | informed you OF the arrival OF the
American naval ram Stonewall This vessel is still
lying. here, subject TO the orders OF the American
Minister, who will surrender her unli me money
due on her II paid AM the 60 yernen Oh se county
Ill. I--laL