Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1871-03-06
FROM EUROPE.
France,

TIE GERMAN OCCUPATION OF PARIS.
PARIS, March 5.-On the 3D., the avenues were
deserted. Extraordinary scenes were witnessed
at the Arc de Triomphe. Two pieces of artillery
were unlimbered, and gunners were near at hand
ready to sweep every avenue radiating from the
Arc. There was also strong guard of infantry
with arms piled bivouacked in the vicinity.
Some soldiers fraternized with blouses, exchang-
ing cigars and drinking wine, while others
would not allow strangers near their fires. All
were boasting Of the conquest Of Alsace and
Lorraine, yet were glad that the war is over.
No one was allowed under the Arc. In the
place de la Concorde there was a strong guard
OF Bavarians lying on the ground. In front of
the gates of the Tuileries a Bavarian sentry was
picking immortelles from the statue de Stras-
bourg. A F enchman passing cried "beware."
At midnight large bodies Of guards were sta
toned around the watch fires. AS the Germans
were to leave Paris that morning the papers re-
appeared.
The Journal des Debats says: SIN spite of pa
trlotism, Alsace Lorraine, Metz and La Pucelle
pass under the control of Germany. France
cannot continue the war. The future does not
belong to us, but the following generations will
take vengeance. We can only say these words,
'silence-patience;' the other we dare not pro-
nounce. But we have no right to decide for
future generations. They can act freely and
decide how to act. Tie Journal blames the
the PrusSians as tickle, with feminine love of
sightseeing. Inc NeTlndu Solulers arc very
clearly, and though awkward, they are vastly
superior to the French, and are handsomcr
They have been first-rate customers to the
French shopkeepers for wines aud cigars"
THE EVACUATION.
The evacuation began on Thursday night,
although it was not generally known at six the
following morning. In regular order, with the
cavalry and artillery in advance, and on the
sidewalk the Prussian and Bavarian infantry
forced the roadway. AT $50 A. M, Friday the
first men of the main body passed through the
Arc de Triomphe with bands playing and colors
flying, obstacles having been removed at the
side of the column. General Shackeye, COM
manding the 18th corps, was stationed, and re-
ceived the salutes of the men in passing. Many
of the soldiers wore eyergreens on their helmets,
and one regiment was absolutely crowned with
laurels. At nine O'Clock the Bavarian artillery
and infantry with full bands arrived. A few
minutes afterwards the head of the Prussian
column reached the Arc, marching in column
of sections. The morning had hitherto been
foggy, but the sun now burst out gloriously,
making everything appear grand. The troops
cheered loudly, and the tattered appearance of
colors borne proudly, attracted the attention of
the French.
AFTER THE EVACUATION.
A new French regiment has been raised to in
crease the force in Paris. A rumor is current
that twenty-eight Of the Paris deputies have re-
signed. Won Molthe is in favor of the evacua-
ton of Versailles, and the details of the evacua-
ton of the forts on the left bank of the Seine
have been arranged. Circulation is again free
in Paris, and crowds of curious people are
visiting the scene of the German occupation.
The citizens, generally, confess that the Ger
mans, during their stay in the city, behaved well.
ENTHUSIASM.
AMIENs, March 5.-The greatest joy and en-
thusiasm at the announcement of the conclu-
sion of peace has been manifested throughout
the first army corps.
PRECAUTIONS.
The French commandant has requested the
German general in command to give him arms
for two companies and also two cannon to pre-
serve public peace, as the wOrkmen intend to
make riotous demonstration when the Ger
mans have evacuated the place.
NO MORE REoUIsITIoNs
Have been made upon the inhabitants, and
many Prussian officers decline to. dine at houses
where they were billetted, unless they are in
vited by their hosts, because they are now in
receipt of their regular allowances.
OTHER ITEMS FROM PARIS.
PARIS, March 5.-Ihe first returning party of
French prisoners is expected here to-day.
The minister of the interior, in a proclama-
ton, congratulates the inhabitants on their at
titude during the occupation.
The Cri du Peuple inctes the poor to war
against the rich.
La Verite demands that merchants in good
standing be granted an additional delay of one
month in the payment of commercial bills.
One division of the army of the Loire will
shortly reinforce the garrison of Paris
Paris has resumed its ordinary appearance.
Tonight the boulevards are filled with promo
naders.
There is now no fear of disturbances. Nearly
all the barricades have been removed.
Gen. Vinoy is determined to do his duty by
sternly REFRESHING violations of order.
The Journal 0fficiel reprOves the people for
violent acts against persons suspected of being
Prussian officers.
1t is expected that as soon as definite negotia-
tons for treaty of peace are commenced at
Brussels, probably about the 10th or 18th inst,
the government will stand ready to pay SOC, 000,-
900 francs on account of the war indemnity to
free Paris from the proximity of German troops.
Great Britain.
PARLIAMENT.
LONDON, March SIN the commons Friday
night, Sir Robert Peel stigmatized Lord Lyons
course as ungenerous and cowardly, in desert
ing the British population in Paris during the
siege, when he was entreated by the French
government TO remain. lie extolled the cour-
ageous devotion Of Washburn, American minis
ter. Viscount Enfield and Mr.. Gladstone de-
Tended Lyons.
THE CABINET.
No official confirmation of the recently re-
ported changes in the cabinet has been made
public. The Times, referring to the condition
for him to resume his place at the head of the
admiralty board within a twelvemonth.
AQUATIC.
The annual boat race between the universities
of Cambridge and Oxford will take place on the
first of April.
NAPOLEON.
From the preparations being made at Chisel'