The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1873-05-02
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Repor.ed Defeat of Don Alfonso.

MADRID, May 1.--Don Alfonso is near Mau-
resa, in the Province of Barcelona, at the head
of band of 200 Carlists. His wife accompa-
MES him.
The Carlists continue to burn the railway sta
tions, using petroleum to facilitate operations.
They have also torn up the railroad tracks and
destroyed the telegraph wires at several points
within the past few days. Their military ope-
rations however, have been much restricted by
the activity of the troops, and the government
is sanguine that the instruction will soon be
entirely suppressed.
A telegram from Cervera, in the Province of
Lerida, near the line of Barcelona, announces
that the troops have come up with and defeated
Don Alfonso's band of Carlists, before reported
in that vicinity.
Senior AccaSta, Minister of War, has resign
ed and will be succeeded by Gen. Nauvillas as
soon as the latter can be recalled from the com.
mand of the army in the north :
The French Ambassador, the Marquis of
Bouille, has sent to Senior Costelar protest
against the demolition by the mob of a church
in Cadiz, in which was contained French
chapel.
Opening of the Vienna Exposition.
VIENNA, May 1.-The exhibition was inaugu-
rated this afternoon by the Emperor Of Aus
tria, with imposing ceremonies in the presence
of vast assemblage from all parts of the EARTH
The proceedings were begun with an address
by the Arch-Duke Charles to the Emperor con-
graduating his Majesty on the suspicious event,
and asking him to pronounce the exhibition
open. The Emperor replied briefly, expressing
satisfaction at the completion of preparations
for the great work, and then formally declared
the Universal Exhibition of 1873 open.
The exhibition was inaugurated by the EN-
peror of Austria in the presence of members of
the Imperial family, royal and illustrious guests
and state and civic dignitaries. The weather
was unfavorable, but the crowds from all parts
Of Cy orld who Whimsical the in1pOcinO cor
emonies were numerous, filling the rotunda and
Transcripts of the building and portions of the
grounds surrounding it. At noon the Emperor
Francis Joseph entered the rotunda with the
Crown Princess Victoria of Germany on his
arm. He was followed by the German Crown
Prince Frederick William, who escorted the
Empress Augusta After these came the eldest
son OF the Prince accomoanied by the Prince
Imperial of Austria. The Emperor took his
seat on the throne when the combined bands,
numbering several hundred musicians, perform
ed the Austrian Hymn, which was succeeded by
the Prussian Anthem, amid the cheers of the
multitude The Archduke Charles then rose,
and addressing the Emperor, said
Sire: Filled with gladness salute Your Ma
.iesty in these halls, devoted to progress and to
peace. Your participation has fifty brought to
completion work which now draws upon Aus
tra the eyes of the world, and has secured for
the Fatherland q full recognition of the part
she takes in the promotion of the welfare of
mankind throughthe instruction of labor. May
it please Your Majesty graciously to receive
this catalogue and to declare the Exhibition
open.
The Emperor receiving the casket colitaini ng
the catalogue replied $780,
"With lively satisfaction behold the com
pletion of this undertaking, the Importance and
significance of which l appreciate in the high
est degree. My confidence in the patriotism
and capability of my people, in the sympathy
and support of friendly nations has accompa-
Mod tha dova1Onn1ent Of the rOvarnment NV
well wishes and greatful recognition are devel-
oped to its termination. I.declare the Univer-
sal Exhibition of 1873 opened.
Prince Won Auresperg, President of the
Council of the Empire, advancing to the foot
of the throne, addressed the Emperor as fol-
lows:--Sir, with feelings of modesty and at
the same time Of exultation and pride, the
people of Austria gaze upon work which tes-
titles to the increasing power, and the growing
esteem for the fartherland, and to its active
participation in the great task of culture We
owe this work entirely to you. 1t is the en-
bodyment of your motto Power and respect
come from union which is strength" We
therefore lay our efforts at the foot of the
throne.
The ceremonies closed with the chorus 'See
the conquering hero comes,' sung by the unit
ed musical societies and choirs of the city.
The Emperor and Empress having completed
the circuit of the exhibition, they departed
| amid the salvos of the artillery and cheers of
French and Spanish Rumors.
LONDON, May IN Barodet's election con-
| tinues to cause anxiety in Paris. The govern
ment is preparing constitutional bills to be sub
| mittcd to the assembly. The tenor of all the
| adyices received from Paris have indicated
| that a serious conflict is threatened. &
| Later advices from Spainshow rumors of the
| shooting of Cure of Santa Cruz is correct. Sew
| eral engagements are reported between small
| of Carlists and Republicans.
| Soatf, American News.
LISBON, May 1.-The mail steamer brings
| dates from Rio Janero to the 10th ult.
| A misunderstanding had arisen among the
ministers on the policy to be pursued in a dis
pute between the clergy and Free Masons,
which was becoming serious.
The yellow fever has almost disappeared from
! Rio aud other towns on the sea coast.
The revolutionary movement in Paraguay is
suppressed.
The New Ocean Cable Small Pox-Emi.
| grants Lost.
HALIFAX, May 1.-Much astonishment is ex.
pressed here because of tho suspension of the
work on the new cable to this city, and people
are greatly disappointed that the Great Eastern
| is not coming. The suspension is said to be in
consequence Of the recent amalgamation by ca
BILE companies.
The fishing schooner Madame Roland, which
was in quarantine here with the.small pox on
board, has been released. Three of the crew
| are In the hospital aud one died on the banks
before the vessel arrived