The evening telegraph. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1864-1918, 1870-07-26

sions in favor of German unity and indepsn-
dence received from all parts of Germany
and even from America. The King pledges
himself to act in accordance with the ex-
pressed wishes of the people for the benefit
of the entire Fatherland, and for the eleva-
tion of its princes and people, thus conciliat-
ing all opposition. He concludes by saying
that in the right and unity of Germany is a
new assurance that the war will lead to dura-
BILE peace, and to the completion of German
unity and independence.
PARIS, July 25.-The Journal OhcteJ of
this morning contains the following declara--
tion:-The French Government has issued
orders that in the prosecution of the war
commanders of the French forces will scru-
pulously regard with respect the neutral
powers, rules of international right, and that
they especially conform to the principles of
the declaration of the Paris Congress of 1856,
as follows:- Privateering is abolished. A
neutral flag protects an enemys merchan-
disc, except contraband of war. Mer-
cbandise of a neutral, except contraband of
war, is not seizable under foreign flag The
blockade must be effective, although Spain
and the United States did not adhere to the
declaration of 1856. French vessels will not
seize property of the enemy when such pro-
perty is the cargo Of Spanish or American
vessel, provided it is not contraband of war.
France will no longer claim the right to con-
fscate the property of Americans or Spaniards
found on board vessels of an enemy"
The Journal O6icjd announces that the
Minister of War has given instructions to
commence putting in a state of defense and
readiness for active service the old fortifica-
tions of Paris and forts beyond the present
line of works. The Journal also reports that,
in spite of the Introduction pronounced by
the Government, certain journals continue to
give news of military movements to the great
detriment of the national cause. The Gov
ernment had hoped the appeal made to their
patriotism would be regarded 1t will be a
matter of regret if force shall be found ne
cessary to secure the recognition of the law.
LONDON, July 25-4 2. M.-The French
base of operations extends from Strasbourg
to Thionville q few miles north of Metz
The centre is between Bitchie and st. Avoid.
The second line at Metz is capable of ex-
pansion to the centre and to Thionville. Up
to this hour no report of any general engage
ment has been received here.
LONDON, July 25.-The secret treaty which
was projected between France and Prussia
monopoliZes the attention here of the public
and Parliament. Intense indignation is
manifested at the duplicity of the powers con-
cerned. The action of Napoleon is con-
sidered insulting to England. Ignorance of
the negotiation is professed at the French
embassy.
count of the treaty projected between France
and Prussia, which was printed in the London
Times this morning, is perfectly authentic.
The Belgian Government knew of its exist
ence short time ago.
LONDON, July 25.-Tne people of Prussia
will observe Wednesday next as day of fast
ing and prayer, to propitiate Divine Provi-
dence and invoke a blessing on their arms
1t is expected the French fleet will attack
KAh1 oh frs1 .fa
passed Hastings to-day. French residents
here are literally subscribing to fund for
the wounded.
Reports received from Mayence indicate
that the Prussians are shifting their positions
so as to face southwark
LONDON, July 25.-In the House of Lords
Earl Granville, in reply to question from
Lord Stratford de Redcliffe, said he was
unable to state where the Times obtained the
| text of the projected Franco-P -Prussian treaty.
| After the announcement of the existence of
| such a remarkable document it would be the
duty of France and Prussia Immediately and
spontaneously to explain the matter to
| Europe.
Mr.. Disraeli, in the House of Commons to-
night, after questioning the Foreign Office in
regard to the reported treaty, denounced the
Government for Withholding the correspond
ence on the subject. He declared England
could never have tolerated such a proposition.
The extinction of the kingdom of Belgium
would be calamity to Europe. He hoped
the Government would give all the particu-
! lars.
Mr.. Gladstone said he was sorry the papers
were not ready for submission, and that he
was unable to give the information required
or explain how the project became public
| Its purport certainly was astounding. Doubt
less the powers implicated would explain the
| mystery