New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1880-09-19
LEADING TOPICS IN LONDON.
TIE Pan-REACuING INFLUENCE OF THE OTTOMAN
sTRIfE-sIR BARILE FGERE DEFENDS HIS con
DUCT AS GOVtRNOR--TBE AFGHAN QUESTION.


DUCT AS GovtRNoR--TBE AFGHAN QUESTION.
Icy CABLE the TEIDuNF.l
LONDON, Saturday, Sept. 1s, 1880.
Turkey aud her affairs once more the leading
objects of European interest. Public attention is
centred on the naval demonstration at Ducigno
from which the slightest spark might light up the
flames Of war throughout the Eastern world. II
anything is proved by the pressure which has been
brought TO bear on Turkey, it is the dupicity and
mendacity of the Porte. 1t is difficult to call the
crew of selfish consprators at ConstantnODlea gov
ernm nt but il is probably the truth The Sultan
is timd and incapable, and though he is one of the
most despotc of rulers, his conduct is as vacatng
and tmorous that of the Suars. or STILL later OF
the Bourbons. Like them, while never gaming
step toward the objects in view. he contves never
theless by selecting unscrupulous Ministers, to have
his own unsteady way, but the result must end IN
tine destruction of the empire. Turkey has now no
friend in Europe; every nation is Dusly making
preparations for her approaching downfall. Even
England. at one time pledged to the lips
for the integrity and independence of the Otto
man Empire, receives with satisfaction Mr.. Glad
stones declaration that unless Turkey governs in
accordance with European princIples-hat Is ceases
70 exists-Turkish integrity and independence must
shift for themselves.
TIE ALBANIAN COMEDY.
II is proved that the Abanians have al along
been instgated from Constantinople. The out
bursts of Mahometan fanatcism in Albania have
always corresponded with the strengthening OF the
sutan's nerves. Ria Pacha, who was sent to
carry out the cesson of Dulcigno to Montenegro,
has been giving every assistance to the insurgents
He has assisted them in transporting supplies, pro-
yided them with arms. and encouraged them TO
drill under his very nose, though their avowed OBJ
iect is to thwart his pretended mission Finally ms
soldiers have mostly gone over to the Insurgents.
RIA himself is now prisoner in the hands OF the
Albanian chiefs, who. naturally doubling his SIN
cerity. have condemned him to death by way of a
starr. and are ready to cut his threat should he
show the least disposition to disobey them
AUSTRIAN INTERPRETATIONS.
The Vienna papers pcrsistcntly endeavored TO
make out that France would not take part
in the naval demonstration. When the French
iropclads turned up they asserted that they would
not act with those of the other Powers. All this is
absurd. France having once given in her adhesion.
accented the programme of the Powers which are
prepared against all eventualities. The united
sonadron is now unreservedly under the command
of the British Admiral, Sir Frederick Seymour and
will Inovc on Ducigno and aid tie Montenegrins'
WHO are 1000 strong with four batteries. to take
possession of the city.
The Continental Powers seem to be squaring for
fine next war; 1t is evident that Russia and Austria
must fight for the dominion Of the Southern Slavs
and the.possession of the Balkan Peninsula The
,roiect for an Austro-ltalian alliance has been
spoilsd by premature publicity. There is no natural
harmony between those States. France Is to blame
for the proposal as she offended Italy in the Tuns
Sffair.
THE IRISH AGITATION.
The condition of Ireland occupies the first place
in home affairs. Though the agitation is not gen.
eral on account of the excellent harvest, proles-
,,,nal agtators are still working. and may have
more effect in the winter. While fatal outrages
sre extinct, earcroppng and cattle-houghing sui
90 on. the achievements of the Kerry and Come
mara patriots nvalling in this respect those OF the
.,honions and Montenegrins. Mr.. Parnell starts on
aregular campaign at Cork tomorrow 1t is hoped
that he will unfold practical plan for settling the
land tronbles The Irish members, as rule have
been wonderfully moderate. and express confidence
in Messrs Gladstone Bright and Forster; they con-
fine their maledictions to the Wings Mt kedpath
has eaused some sensation by speech showing how
I,e,apd could maintain q military revolt against
England His remarks on this head were
more sensible than encouraging. Mr. h"dpa'n
himself telegraphs me, asking IHE Tribune
10 contradict the statement that lie advocated
insurrecton and pledged Americas support 10 al
armed rising. He said exactly the opposite ana
made long arguments against the use of force lie
said rish-Americans would support peaceiu'
agitation for peasant proprietorship' HAY '"S
that the English politicians expect that 'ne
Government will tackle the Irish grievances next
session. like workmen with their coats on. "hiie
giving some encouragement to peasant proprietary
their ulan will be fxity OF tenure. Irlshmen wal
chiefly support tho former plan. Next years
Parliamentary battle will be fought ou' o'ei
this question
Tie Rev. Mr. Kane's DrOposai for ''s""u'o
Committee TO hang a priest or ag'ta'or Ior every
Prote.tant that il murdered has brought on him
tue censurs of tho Bishop OF Down.
rur AFGHAN PERPLExIrIxs.
cOur: Of inquiry has been appo'oteo
TO inquire In regard to General DnrrowSs
defeat. This In desmsd satiSfactory step. Inc