Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-02-22
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Paris, Feb. 2l.--The following is the text
Of President Loubet's message to Paflia-
ment: Summoned to the first mAgjstra-
ture of the country. | need for the ACCOM-
upon me the cooperation OF the Senate
and Chamber OF Deputies. ] ask this OF
you and am sure 1t will not be with
Sire to dedicate all my Efforts 10 the de-
fence Of the constitution. You have a. a
pledge thereof, my unchanging devotion
to the republic.
complished in a few hours after the most
sudden death Of our beloved and regret
ted President, Felix Faure. has afforded
OF the fidelity OF France to the republic
at time when some misguided men are
seeking to shake the confidence Of the
Assembly !" plainly Ia ssns sa ns Gsoa Ia
desire to bring about the qualification Of
mems minds and re-establish and make
lasting the union OF all Republicans.
Passionately devoted to the principles
OF the French Revolution and the regime
OF liberty. II will be my constant anxiety
to assist Parliament in this necessary
the course. Of the temporary difI5cultias
through which We have passed, France
by her sangfroid and dignity and the
patriotism of her Parliament has crown
in the esteem Of the world.
why then may We not hope for a sim
liar understanding in International af-
DOcS UOt lUIS UNDERSTANDING eXISt
in the country? Is there the least doubt
of the necessity for paying equal respect
TO the essential organs Of society. the
ws sse m %as vsS ssss. the
the government which ensures their ex-
ecution, and the national army which
safeguards the Independence and integ-
rity of the Wonderland? That army which
the country loves and which 1t Is right In
loving because the whole nations fulfils
In i the same duty of eif-denial and dis
n nj inc nd II f.uye AL ~ H.
faithful guardian of its honor and laws.
France, sure OF herself will know
how TO set calmly about the task Of so!v::
and material well-being OF her citizens
and continue her peaceful and fruitful
work in the field Of thought. science aal
labor, agriculture. commerce and indus
and not allow it to be forgotten thai our
for as aMay1 uees a a
Her glorious past constitutes d pAtfi-
mony which we must. preserve ana In
Crease Srsa The republic has given France
less benefits OF uninterrupted peace. and
bound up ner wounds. reconstructed her
army and navy. founded q great colohi.il
empire. organized every grade OF educ1-
ton. concluded alliances and precious
friendships and has given wonderful
impulse to all labOrs Of charity. co-opefA-
ton and thrift, the aim being to dc away
with or lessen undeserved suffering. Let
us develop this work which is the pride
of our country. $3.50
II shall be happy. IL. by toll, which
nothing shall deter. am able with the
help of union. to the maintenance ~
which all my efforts will be directed. to
contribute. within the limits OF rights I
hold under the constitution and which I
shall not allow to weaken in my hands.
to the realization of our common. hopes
and in strengthening the republic"
The Chamber of Deputies was crowded.
when NJ. LOubet's message was read. 1t
was greeted with salvOs of bravo. The
House adjourned until Friday. The Sem
ate received the message with similar APP
prevail and passed the credits demanded
to defray the expenses of the funeral of
the late President Faure.