The Sun. — 1861-06-06 (London, England)

EDWARD—he would consent to no compromise, but would graciously tolerate a concession. Another thought the proposed concession " would not be an advantage either to religious or political Dissenters, while it would surrender the nationality of the worship of the Church of England." Others followed, each terrified at the probable working of the "concession" or " compromise " proposed by another, till Mr. HUBBARD came forward and, from his point of view, made some rather moderate and practical remarks—" No doubt the subject was full of difficulties, and principally because they were approaching it from a great constitutional position, namely, the nationality of the Church of England, and, on the other hand, from a concession to Dissenters on principles of civil and religious liberty. While gentlemen looked at the question from either view alone, they would never come to an agreement. He did not like the word compromise, because it implied an abandonment of principle, but he thought they ought not, as a matter of policy, to refuse to make a concession. In a great portion of the country concession was now made to Dissenters on church rates in large towns, and it could not be prevented while Dissenters were allowed to vote on church rates. He did not think the resolution which had been proposed would leave the question in a satisfactory or creditable position, and he thought they ought either to eliminate from the general question that which was adverse to it or to accept that which he de. dined—total abolition—which was attempted to be forced upon them. If they wished to know the real principles which were at the bottom of the opposition, it was the existence of the Established Church with certain privileges and prerogatives. If Churchmen preserved their character and independence individually, he should be disposed to meet the Dissenters with liberality. He did not think that the state of affairs in the House of Commons promised a settlement this session, and Churchmen ought not therefore hastily to make up their minds, but to consider some plan of adjustment which would enable the Legislature to get out of its present difficulties." Lord MONTAGU wished for time to consult these sagacious ecclesiastical officials, the Rural Deans —but to be brief, Mr. CLABON was beaten, Mr. HOPE triumphed ; and all agreed to appeal to their reverences—the Rural Deans And so ended the last meeting for settling what concession or what compromise should be offered to Abolitionists. Sir JOHN TRELAWNY is, we suppose, to wait now for what will be proffered, in their wisdom, by the Rural Deans.  The Federal Government now hold in force the southern bank of the Potomac east and south of Washington. Fort Monroe is strongly occupied at the entrance of the Bay of Chesapeake, which forms the estuary of the Potomac and several other rivers, and the movements, of which we had rumours before, we now hear, by the Great Eastern, have become facts. Arlington Heights, which overlook Washington from the Virginian side of the river, and which are essential to its defence, have been occupied without resistance; and also Alexandria, which though within sight of the capital had the audacity to hoist the Secessionist flag. In hauling down that flag, indeed, the only casualty in connection with the Federal occupation occurred. The Secessionist troops 500 in number, humanely or chivalrously walked off without giving useless trouble. But an  innkeeper, over whose house the rebellious flag waved, shot a valuable officer, Col. ELSWORTHY, as he descended the stairs of the hotel, after pulling it down. One of Col. ELsWORTHY'S privates immediately shot and bayoneted the murderer of his commander. But well qualified officers are not numerous in the United States, and the murdered colonel was not only much esteemed, but a personal friend of the