, 1873-04-12
(From The St. THoma Tidende.


San Francisco.-The steamer Alaska, which
arrived here to-day, brings the following addi-
tional news from Japan -
The Goyernm Mt has sent Soyeshime, the
second Minister CT the Empire, on u mission 10
China.
London.-Tn the House Of Commons, this
evening, Right Hon. Gath9rn3 Haldy m we'd
an address to the Crown praying that the Gov
eminent be iustructe to dissent from the three
international rules adopted by the Court Of Ar.
bitration at Geneva.
Mr.. Disraeli was glad that the Government
intended to come 10 some understanding with
that of the United States in regard to these
rules. He hoped they would do so speedily, and
then the two Governments could jointly Law
the rules before the other Powers for their con
sideration.
Mr.. Gladstone concurred in the view of the
subject taken by Mr.. Disraelj. H. believed the
rules would loose their force if England alone
ted them to tho powers. phe Govern
ment's opinion was unchanged, and be assured
the House that the matter had not and would
not be neglected.
The m ton was hen with lrawn aDI tie de-
bate ended.
Paris.-The Government has issued an order
prohibiting the expiration OF war materials
from this country to Spain.
San Francisco.-The Grand Duke Alexis
sailed from Hong Kong Jan. %.
Aspecial edict toleratiug Chris ianity through
out Japan has been promu.g tied, aud it is de-
termined to throw the whole country open to
foreigners. The government is endeavouring to
form a cole based upon the European systems.
A universal exhibition is to be held in Japan,
probably at Yeddo, within the next four years.
March %
Madrid.-The radicals are determined to pre-
vent a demonstration Of the extreme republi-
cans, aud a crisis is expected tomorrow.
Bsrlin.-To day is a holiday in Berlin, it be-
ing the anniversary Of the birth OF the Empe-
peror William Flags are flying from public
and private buildings and the city will be illu-
minated tonight.
The Emperor is seventy-six years old to-day.
Rome.-The appointment sby His Holiness
Pope Plus the Ninth of the following Bishops
to vacant sees in the United States was promul-
gated from the Vatican to-day :-The VeryBev.
NJ. A COrrigan for the diocese of Newark, and
the Rev. Mr.. Gross for the diocese Of Savannah.
March %.
WasLington.-Seoretary Fish to-day received
the following despatch, dated
Madrid, March %, 1878.
The Immediate Emancipation law for Porto
Rico passed tonight unanimously. There was
great enthusiasm in the Assembly .-Sickles.
March %.
Madrid.-The National Assembly met yes
terday, with the understanding that the vote
should be taken on the bill for the abolition Of
slavery in Porto Rico. A resolution was adop-
ted at the beginning of the sitting that the Cham
Der would not adjourn until the subject had been
disposed of. Senior Figueras announced that
the Ministry had decided to stand or fall with
the measure. Contrary to general expectation,
the House resolved not to continue the debate,
and subsequently by a unanimous vote, passed
the bill for the immediate emancipation Of
slaves in the island of Porto Rico. The an
nouncement Of tine result was received with
cheers. The BIZ declares that the Republic
of Spain will preserve the integrity of the Span
ish dominions, and provides that the emancipa-
ted slaves in Porto Rico shall enjoy all the po-
litical rights accorded to citizens Of Spain.
Madrid.-The National is considering a re-
solution for the appointment of a permanent
commission composed of members of the House
to watch over the government after the adjourn
ment of the Chamber.
Paris.-The French and German govern
ments have exchanged notifications of the treaty
fnr tho avooUoFinn &c Ero0c6