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New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

The Revolution in France extends, and
peacefully In all the important towns the
Republic has been proclaimed amid enthusi-
asm, not confusion and the Imperial officials
and agents have retired, and the new admin
istrators of the new Government have taken
their places, without collision OF blOOdshed.
Personal animosity appears forgotten; politi-
cal prosecutions there have been none.
The Empire was so thoroughly des-
pissed while it lived, that contempt,
even more than hatred, is expressed for it
dead The arrest of the late Chief of Police,
the detention of the Princess Mathilde, and the
order expelling the Germans may, suggest the
existence of vindictiveness, but they are, at
the most, trivial incidents, without deep sig
nifcance. The scenes which followed the
proclamation of the Republic on Sunday last,
fully described in our special dispatches from
Paris, indicate that the spirit Of the people in
this revolution is of nObler nature than was
displayed during the bloOdier scenes of former
uprisings of the same nation.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07
THE EMPIRE NOT FRANCE.

Despite its cumbrOus machinery and its null
titudinous claque, the Empire of Napoleon iii.
was never strong in the affections nor approved
by the judgment of France. A majority may
have been willing to endure it, as their only
practical defense against the Red Specter OF
Socialist Democracy; the vast array of office
holders and stpendiaries doubtless supported
it while it lasted, because it supported them
but by the intellect, the conscience, the hu-
manity, the generous aspirations of the French
people, it was always loathed for the perfdy
and treason in which it was conceived the
cruelty and blOodshed through which it achieved
domination. Despite its pretenses and shows
of popular support, the first rude shock of
adversely proved it a baseess fabric of fraud
and force, which vanished like fOg-bank in
the sunshine of bright and breezy day.
Having detested and denounced it from the
first, we heartily rejoice in the providence
which has kept alive the high-priest of this
baleful and bloody impOsture to be witness
of its shameful collapse and dissolution. No
fraud so gigantic ever before perished so
swiftly and so utterly. The fall of the First
Napoleon seems august by comparison. He
was usurper and destroyer of liberty; his
despOtism was Asiatic in its completeness:
falsehOod was his element, and murder his ap-
proved sresOurce-witness Toussaint and
d. Enghein-but he was susceptible to gen.
erous emOuiions and not incapable of
magnanimity. The last Napoleon is bad
copy of his supposed uncle with the heart
and brain left out.
The servile crew who fawned upon him in
his pride of power will of course demur to
this Judgment. "If he had no great quail
" ties, how came he to achieve SO lofty an
"emnence 7" Had he not been presumed
nephew of the great COrsican. this question
might have been deemed forcible. But the
ignorant peasantry of the provinces, who in
herited tradition of the glories of the
first Empire, and had forgotten its exac-
tions and its calamities, voted for Louis
Napoleon as President because of his
alleged relationship to the great warrior who
hoisted the French flag over Mantua, Vienna,
Berlin, Madrid, Moscow, and whose death on
st. Helena had been generally accepted as an
atOnement for his crimes. The priesthood as
class had their own reasons for preferring
Louis NapoieOn's election to that of Cavaig-
mac: 30 he was chosen. All beyond that was
uossible to any one intrusted with the sword
of France who was base enough to forswear
himself and point it ut her breast.
Louis Bouaparte stih lives but Casarism,
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

The special correspondent of The San at
the seat of war--who, as we have been in
formed by several leading editorial articles in
that journal. is no less man than the cele-
brated Bull Run" Russell-informs the world.
in Cable dispatch printed yestesday morn
ing, that the number. of prisoners of war sur
rendered at the capitulation of Sedan was
only 5000, all the rest of MacMahon's army
having been killed or wounded in the battles
which preceded the surrender. His statement
differs from our own information, and from
that Of Count Palikao, whom we did not sup
pose likely to exaggerate, and who stated the
number surrendered at 10000. In view of the
information now furnished by DR.. Russell, it
is difficult to understand how the panic in
Paris, and the revolution by which it was
followed, could have been occasioned.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

At 12 o'clock to-day the Managers of the
American Institute open the doors of their
great exhibition at the corner of Sixty third
st. and Third-ave. At o'clock this afternoon
the Fair will commence with addresses from
the President of the Institute, and Orestes
Cleveland, NJ. c., to be followed by the ora
tiop of the occasion, to be delivered by DIR.
George B. Loring of Salem, Mass. The ma
ehinery driven by steam is not yet in motion;
but the principal objects of interest are in po-
sition. and from the number of entries and the
space occupied, the exhibition of 1870 promises
90 surnass all that have gone before it.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07
Nem'Qotk Daily 9ribmare.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1870.
The Prussians are reported to be making forced

The Prussians are reported to be making forced
marches toward Paris. == The Republic has been pro
claimed in all the large cities in France 49, The CEN
sorshp Of the French press has been abolished and all
foreign journals are admitted. g. The Empress and
the Prince Imperial said to be en- route to England
from Brussels. No disorders have yet occurred in
Paris.
Delegates to the State Convention in Saratoga were
arriving all day yesterday. The War Veterans Conven-
ton, held yesterday was attended by the principal
military men Of the State. - Vermont gave a heavy
Republican majority yesterday. 49, Gen. Howard's
report Of the operations OF the Freedmens Bureau shows
a steady advance in the education OF the blacks
The Thirty-nnth Annual Exhibition Of the American
Institute opens to-day at the Empire Rink 60 On the
first day OF payments 345 soldiers widows and 40 dis
abed veterans received their pensions 80 The
Methodsts of Harlem building new church. -
There were pa deaths in Brooklyn last week 60 An
official investigation is holding in the case of Bernard
ROden. who died Sunday after fight With
Mrs. McEvoy - Five vessels are detained at Quar-
sutine because OF infectious diseases board. =-
Gold 1l4s, l14l, ll4l. Thermometer, 60, 7S, TO-
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

The Republican State Convention to nomi-
nate candidates for Governor and other State
officers meets at Saratoga to-day. The Con-
vention is likely to be full and earnest.
From our brief dispatches, published else
where, all is yet in doubt as to the compost
ton of the ticket. 1t augurs well for the
work before the Convention that there
is an apparent absence of anything like a
slate,' and disposition to permit the Con-
vention to make the nominations this time.
We will not doubt that it will act wisely in
the selection of its candidates. The proceed
ings of the Soldiers Convention yesterday in
dicate that these veterans will enter upon this
campaign against corruption and misrule with
something of the spirit they exhibited On
another field and another occasion.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

for the approaching crisis. That the arming
of q great pOpalace like that Of Paris and
France is not the way to do this, it is web
known we are fully convinced. In the courage
and the determination of soldiers the French are
not lacking, but during the twenty years
in which Napoleon's cupidity has kept
them disarmed they have lost that
knowledge of arms have not been instructed
in that thorough discipline which less than a
century ago made them the masters of half
Europe. The Revolutionists Of 1870 are not
the educated soldiers that the Revolutionists
of 1902 were, and will not hurl back this Ger
man invasion as readily as their forefathers
repelled the first. The new Ministry we are
satisfied are convinced Of this, and they doubt
less place greater reliance in the efforts
which Jules Favre has gone forth to make by
an interview with Bismarck, than in those
which Trochu is energetioally making in Paris
to defend q city which is at once, in military
sense. indefensible and invincible. The state
ment that Jules Favre has gone to treat
with Count Bismarck is not officially stated
II might be worth the popularity of
the new Ministry to boldly declare at this
time that they have thus inaugurated
measures for securing peace. But we incline
to believe the report true one, and look
hopefully forward to the early cOnsummation
of the desired end. That Count Bismarck will
treat only with Government clearly compe-
tent to redeem its promises and maintain its
guarantees, is evident from the summary and
somewhat cavalier manner in which he dis
missed the conversation with Napoleon at
Sedan, which tended in the direction of peace
propositions. Whether the new Government
will be accepted by the conquerors, as far as
they have the right to question its existence,
remains to be seen. We hope and believe
that there will not be too stringent demands
on the part of the Germans.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

Vermont is stin true to herself. The cleo
ton in that State yesterday. on light vote,
resulted in the choice Of the Republican candi-
dates for State officers by about 10000 ma
jority. or vote of about three to one, the
election of Senate probably unanimously
Republican, House of about 200 Republicans
to 80 Democrats, and three (alD Republican
Congressman. The candidates elected are
GorcrnOr-JOHN w STEWART.
Lieutenant tGorernor-GEORGB N. DALE,
TreaSurer-JoUS A. PAGE.
Oongressmen-EirstD DiSriet-CHARLBs W. WILLARD.
Second Distrtct-LUKR p POLAND
Third Distrtet-WoRTHISaToS SMITH.
The three Congressman are all Members of
the present House.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

whereof he was chief priest and prophet is
dead forever. II has debauched and weakened
his country it has repaid her neither with glory
nor with splendor: let its putrid remains be
speedily buried, and let Republican France
receive the generous sympathy invoked by the
disasters she has inherited and the perils by
which she Is environed. Hitherto, the Ger
mans, 80 wantonly assailed, have had our best
wishes now, we fervently trust that their
leaders heart may be inclined to peace on
terms which France can accept without dis
honor and without being impatient to efface
its memory in another war unto death.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

An American army officer, who knows Won
Moltke, says that there is probably no military
man in Europe who is so thoroughly ac-
quainted with the history of the American
war, and who is so intelligently informed re-
garding all the details of our plans, opera
tions, and campaigns. He not only knows
about our army organization and our arms, in
general way, but he has studied each par
ticular point and feature so minutely and closely
that his knowledge may perhaps be best de-
scribed as Germanic. He belongs to that order
of German students described by Goethe as
the "AH-knOWers"
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

Among the letters from our war correspond
ents in France will be found several supple
mentary of the telegraphic account which we
published lately of the great battles around
Metz. The events at Sedan will lend renewed
interest to these details, since they suggest a
comparison of the tactics and strategy which
resulted so greatly in each case. The strategy
on both fields was very nearly the same, and
though executed by different armies, was di-
reoted by the same great military genius, Won
Moltke now recognized as the first military
man of all Europe. The precision with which
his movements have been made must have at
tracted the attention and excited the comment
of military men. 1t is well understood that
there exists in the war offices of Germany
minute Typographical maps of all Europe, land
over these Gen. Won Moltke has pored with
the devotion of born soldier, until he may
be said to have them by heart. 1t has been
told on good authority that he knows every
hill, dale, forest, stream, and road of France
Seeing as we have the results of his marches
these statements can be very well believed
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

Our letter from West Point shows that the
recent investigations of committees have not
been successful In doing away with the
"hazlng' which has so long made the name of
cadet synonymous with rowdy. A black face
Is not necessary to call forth the insults aud
assaults OF those who have passed their go
called plebship, and the incidents of last week
should again incite those in authority to
remedy, In some way, an evil which has been
30 long practiced under their eyes. Sixty of
the ninety applicants who reported in
June were rejected. While this demonstrates
the thoroughness of the examination. it should
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

This vulgar man and weak Emperor was
wholly unworthy of the spirited, strong woman
who was his wife and Empress. Napoleon
does not appear more contemplate when
,,laced. as he has lately been by circumstances,
n contrast with the noblest of his Marshsls,
than when now exhibited by his words In con-
.rast with Eugene. To the last he meanly
played the braggart, and threatened wnen al
all the world knew him impotent. Il shail 70,
" turn to Paris" he is said to have declared
when departing a prisoner to Germany " 70
q eraet a reckoning, not to give one" Eugenie'
with greater dignity and nobility, left the
Palace of the Taiisries 10 join this creature.
refusing as her last set to oppose the nationa
,SilI with force, and declaring as her last words
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

What will be the effect of the French uprising
and the establishment of a Republic in France
upon Spainf The Republicans of the Spanish
Cortes have already congratulated the new
Government at Paris on :" the advent of Right
"and the inauguration of new era of Lib
I" "erty." If the Republic now proclaimed IN
Paris becomes successful government, why
should Spain longer beg for Prince Lib
erty, which is certainly progressive, may prove
infectious in the case of that country, and it
would not be very surprising, while it would
be greatly gratifying, to hear that the spirit OF
Repubicanism there has been aroused to action,
and has hurled Prm and his fellows, who
retard the development of the people, from
the power they so grossly abuse.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

Vice President CoLFAx has written letter
in which he announces his withdrawal from
public life but exactly what he means by such
withdrawal will perhaps be better understood
after the publication of the letter in question
There are many prominent men in the country
whose services could be better spared from the
Councils of the Nation than those of Schuyler
COlfax and the precise language of his letter,
of which only the intimatiOn that it has been
written has reached U.S. will be examined with
interest.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07
THE MILITARY SITUATION IN FRANCE.

THE MILITARY SITUATION IN FRANCE.
There are no details of Prussian movements
toward Paris, yet it is evident that their chief
armies are in motion westward by the Aisne
and the Aube Valleys. The French forces Ie-
treating by the former lines were at Laon on
the 5th inst, retiring slowly. This point is
11O miles northeast of Paris. The Prnssians,
advancing by the Aube, are reported in force
at Neufchateau, which is $50 miles distant
from the capital. This report doubtless refers
to the main infantry columns, for 1t is well
known that the Prussian Uhlans and advanced
infantry have been as far west as Sc
zanne, which is only 65 miles from Paris.
The French reports estimate the appearance at
Paris of the Prussians on or before the 10th
inst. Our belief is that the advance will be
delayed several days beyond that time, though
we do not doubt that the Uhlans will be heard
of, demonstrating in every direction about the
city. within the next two or three days.
The French continue to arm and to proclaim
their purpose TO defend the city. This fiery
resolve of the people was very natural to e1-
pect at first; and the new Ministry would he
very oulpable indeed If they did not prepare
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

THE TRIBUNE's special dispatches this morn
ing comprise details of several very remark
able and deeply interesting events. Ihe
French side of the story of the battle OF Sc
dan is told by correspondent who witnessed
it from the French lines. The incidents OK
the interviews between Bismarck and Ma
poleon, and between the King and
his prisoner, and the import OF what
WAS said, are related BY another
writer The remarkable scenes in Paris on
Sunday last are described by Paris corre-
spondent, who was part of what he relates.
There are also reports of Prussian movements
toward Paris, and of the preparations of the
Paris people for defense, and for the mainte-
nance of their new Government. Our columns,
in short, are filed with intelligence OF the
most momentous character, and in every re-
spect the present issue is worthy to follow the
remarkable ones of Sunday and Tuesday last
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

'rhe French feet in the Baltic and North
seas appears 70 be suffering from the same
trouble which ruined the French army--a want
of competent direction. Its Admiral has not
only done nothing of an offensive character,
but it seems from late report, has not yet
concentrated his vessels for operations of any
kind
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07

of import to the world al prefer pity TO
"hatred." After ALL this mere woman sf
fashion, as the world has come to regard her'
had noble qualities to make her beloved In her
high station, and to awaken sympathy for her,
since a cruel fate has made her this shallow
;r,nostor,s cOmpanion. .. f
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Among the first acts of the new Republic
was the abolition of the censorship of the
Press 1t is also by far the most encouraging
decree which the new Ministry has thus far
promulgated. 1t argues not only freedom but
SViadom
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LATEST POLITICAL NEWS.
THE REPUBLICAN STATE CONVENTION.

SARATOGA, Sept. 6-Midnight.-Lat arrivals
delegates weaken the prospects Of Horace Greeley
and these give out that Marshall o. Roberts has init
mated that II nOmdsted for Governor he will accept
Other strong adherens OF Mr. Roberts positively assert
that he is not q candidate, and cannot accept the
nomination gwen the first place on the
ticket, ss he wrote his letter Of declina-
ton good faith and abide by Its declarations
The prospects Of Mr. Greeley in consequence increased
and his nomination is believed to be assured The Kings
County delegation has resolved to vote for Gen. Stewart
L. woodford for Governor but this Is believed to be a
complimentary VOTE d. c. Lttejohn ia mentioned fof
Lieutenant Governor but he is here, and says he is not
candidate for any place the ticket Freeman Clark,
Judge Robertson and Gen. Robinson named for
ond place The other offices are scarcely mentioned.
Just as the meeting OF the New-York Delegation was
CATION in convention vote solid for Greeley for
Governor motion to adjourn had already been put,
which cut Mr.. Gridley's motion OF.
New-York tribune., 1870-09-07
N. Y. REPUBLICAN ASSOCIATION AT WASHING
TON.

At regular monthly meeting ct the New
York Republican Association Of Washington, ID. c., held
at their hail. Saturday evening Sept l. 1870, the fol-
lowing preamble and resolutions were unanisnousy
adopted:
Was Liberty and Justice recently sanchsed and the
gradual National Deb, gasates os e5 the
oAveas
State Hns the eoxps Demossse party
uupseas demsgosnes who By hss m.ansge
State greatly reduced
from spssdae Of the have been Azgey lsass
tbercfors be
ResoS best ptsrs Of State and ne Gessvs Govern
nens hs demand As ssotatss ana power ef the
party that end pledge snlied
baols nAesaoe the ballot the sA day November
s That the Assoeisaon &. behalf q saeped German e
deep dpere ,he ssrs by them and h indc
bloody struggle bet~es fnncv Aad Pssa hc-shy
sIesd to them vsness ussihie and rejoice with them The
saocess VI their fstherAnd
Tama County Republican. (Toledo, Tama County, Iowa) 1867-1872, 1870-11-10
Curious Marriage Custom
Among the SNvedes.

The religious part Of the marriage
ceremony, having nothing very pecu-
liar about it, was followed BY the
wedding supper, at whose tcrmina-
ton tables no longer groaned. Dane.
ing then commenced, but ere that
became general, the crown Of myrtle
leaves, which the bride always wears,
had to be s'danced off" On one side
stand the married women, hand in
hand, and on the other the unmar
ried women, in similar position, and
the bride, having first been blindfold-
cd, is led into the center. The wo-
men dance round her, and she, sway
ing her arms with desperate engergy,
makes efforts, rs in "blind mans
buff" to catch any who approach
her. The excitement and struggles
continue, until the crown loosens
aud falls from her head, and the girl
on whose person it dcsccnds is to be
the next victim ON the altar Of Hy-
men. But there arc other formal