The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1895-10-06

marching forward to prevent the enemy's
forces, easily recognizable by their white
caps, from reaching a certain point. The
supposed invading forces were command
ed by the Gen. Giovaninelli, at the head
of the Fifth corps. In this battle the
three commanders showed great ability;
each one using to the best advantage the
troops at his disposal. The operations
We're of exceptional importance, as they
had to be diverted by the very generals
who, in case of war, would have the honor
of leading the French armies against the
enemy When it comes to that we shall
hear of Gen. de Negrier. At the end Of
the operations President Faure, in COM
pany with the Russian Gen. Dragomiroff
and of Prince Robanoff, Russian secretary
of state, held a review of the troops. The
presence of these Russian high officials
sent thither by the czar, aroused
tremendous enthusiasm wherever they ap-
peared. AT the dinner given by President
Faure to the foreign officers who had fol-
lowed the maneuVers, the enthusiastic
praise of the French troops by Gen Drag
OmirOm and his toast to Russo French
Fraternity on the Field of Battle and
Union in Combat" produced the desired
that an offensive and defensive alliance
has finally been concluded between France
and Russia.
The ostensible language of the general,
in such solemn circumstances, amounted
to an official declaration of a firm and
solid alliance between the two countries
and has been so considered by the leading
European papers.
gaining ground every day in the hearts of
his fellOW-citizens. No president in France
has ever enjoyed such a popularity as
that of Felix Faure, and, truly. he de-
serves it. During the maneuvers he man.
ifested an. intelligent interest in the we'll
fare OF the soldiers, visiting their BIZ
tasting their food and chatting with them
about one subject and another in such a
democratic way as to completely win their
hearts.
r,roei5.,+ rro,,.o o..s.a. LII,
simplicity the guests of the French re-
public, as well as the mo-
narchial decorations, which are Of
late shoWered upon him. But these
honors do not make him proud He stilI
remains President Faure. A complete un-
ion of the republican parties has been eff
fected by means of his name, which sig
mites honor, correctness and honesty. The
president has fully justified the conf
dence that has been placed in him. He has
bestowed upon the Office of the chief mag
have been reflected throughout the coun-
try. Day by day, with good humor, am
ldDnlty, courage ana perseverance, he
continues his work of Cancellation, of pae-
ifcation and of good understanding, sus-
tanned by pure patriotism and respect for
the constitution. He is ably seconded in
this arduous task by Nine Faure, who
shows in her difficult mission great dis
tinction, charm and grace.
1t IS rumored that Mr.. Faure has re-
ceived from the ear an invitation to
visit MIN next spring, on the occasion
OF his coronation. Things have already
been arranged with Prince Lebanon for
a grand demonstration Of the united
French, Russian and Danish fleets at
Copenhagen President Faure will be es-
corted by French squadron to Copen-
hagen, whence, after visiting the royal
family Of Denmark, he will proceed to
st. Petersburg, and thence to Moscow
TO attend the ceremonies of the corona
tion of Car Nicholas H. During his
stay in Russia President Faure will be
lodged in the imperial palaces.
Antoine Muzzarellf.
Queen Victoria is possessed Of forty pet
dogs.