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THE TIMES, "WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23, 1897, 18 TEST INTELLIGENCE. fgE DIAMOND JUBILEE rJOIClKGS THROUGHOUT THE EMPIRE. ISDIA. (raox oa couuNmm) SIMLA, Jm 23. Vfc Vieeroj received to day addresses at tho 2n4sll for presentation, to the Quoen.

The JvooaUl was an Imrressivo one, all the officii ettending. A salute of CO gons fcred, the tnt gun by Staff Sergeant BCt0tj a Chelsea pensioner, and a veteran jtirt Sikh wars and the Mutiny, who battery of tie Bengal Horse ijgy which fired the salute at Agra at A. Queen's accession in 1637. fbe deputations numbered 41, representing the gioda and Mahomedan communities, all tho jjitn municipalities, various associations. aUrcsuss wero enclosed in handsome silrer be forwarded to her Majesty.

A xj thunderstorm broko bofore the Viceroy's tL somewhat marring the reception by the jpj, tl honour, which were composed of the jek Watch and Volunteers. jl Viceroy, in his speech, eloquently oats! out the fact that England's 8ove Jjtn beinS woman might hare been a jc cf weakness, but the contrary (had proved tabs the case, as was shown by the successes pined ia war and statecraft. The weakness had become strength. The fat has," said Lord Elgin, "Inspired her Izcj with devotion, her Ministers with con tjece. her people with affection.

It has pkj her Court, naturally and almost with ia effort, the Ventre of good influences, vi are destined to leave their mark on aerations yet unborn. It has shown us gttaaliiy which we, her subjects through ail the. world, this dsy honour and rcrertce. (Cheers.) The strength of our Sovo yj Vfl of CO years has come from her being stated by two great principles, love of her worJ and the conscientious performance of duty. ve are met to day to declare our admira tiaa, 'and I rejoice to know that we intend, if can, to commemorate this great event ja vsriocs parts of the country in forms ji may its all it to the minds of those who cost after us.

But I cannot help feeling, as I wt round this assembly, knowing that I ctk in the presence both of these who vt sapreme in matters civil and military in gis Indian Empire and also of representatives cf the many interests that go to make up tb, life of that Empire, that we have nships within our reach a memorial than which Bene could be more appropriate to our Sovereign's lift, none, 1 believe, in its purpose more con Kcsnt with her feelings, boroo of yon may bare teen mounds which, according to tradition, nrr1 of handful of sand brought by pilgrims tea the holy places of their pilgrimage and eVjosiiei as a sign of the performance of theirvow. Tie tunes of the builders are unknown, but their nek recains. Would it be impossible for each cf here pre ent to register a vow that we will con tacts humbly and unobtrusively, each our little, fcvirds the great work of removing the differ eras, cr at least softening the asperities, which to rf ten disfigure the intercourse of inhabitants this land in which we live (Cheers. Under the mysterious dispensation of Provi houTS over the railway attha cost of the Stat. i library is to be established at Pattala, A rroblio andadkpensary on the Kula Kalka road is to be founded at a cost cf Aged convicts and all civil prisoners will bo released.

Vf lndoEiirvptan Ttltytvfk. Tillage in ti North West prairies far froml teiegrspa or railway. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee day was ushered in by the, ringing cf all the bells in the city. The weather was perfect. A review of all the A ii.

1 1 U.t 1 1 1 lumuntn niminnmT, warn I aur niini a tlinca, wurm rBCTlTBU la buv wnmn vuibu Uiuiui wu1 wum i hbw iwb nuwTOl OI 1MB STKung papers attended by Sir C. Cookson and his staff in I appeared with eight columns cf narra umiuiH. ai liAiniea mere wss a specai sernca i uve caoiea or ua American Associated in the Anglican church, and the British con 1 Press Agency, London, and by special community gate a public fU. Ispondents. The whole, detailed vivid, and KAyaoOH, Jrsx S3.

iBm ij br, I. 1 (l 0410 at Dues tne jonsuis new I soonnaing in nrest. wss eagerly read, bearing The. Diamond ubUee celebrations here It TT "PH A Venetian with aquatic sports the stamp alike of fidelity sSd of the friendly toox place at I on Hrid. Jtiusio was provided by I tpmt in which American eyes had looked on this the band ol her ship Juslita.

I memorable English pageant. They sil record A congratulatory telegram to the Queen from 1 the complete success of the celebration, with its 1. A I 1 .1, I 1 I. I 11 1 i uuiukwupiHsaiuniommim, uameaiaieiy elude to night with a grand ball given by the Lfw fcTl.ivt. moJt LleutenaaMJovemor and Lady Prrer.

Crowded 1 t't mUn. JSTrvitj rJ2 Jfw Among the dirtmgmshed srctator. the Countess of Aberdeen. Sundsy in all the Christian churches, and paycrs war said for the Queen In all the mosques. Lady Fryer has laid the foundation stone of the new JJofferin Ilospital.

Six hundred prisoners havo been released from the local civil raola and many military rrisoners have had their sentences remiueo. xy lndQ urcptan Ttlf frejvt. CANADA, (raox ora oouxsrosstsrs.) OTTAWA, JrK23. The Crescent, Vice Admiral Ersldne'a flagship, fired a salute of CO guns. The Queen's messace to her oeonle wa received early this morning.

et. jonx, xew BmnfswicK, jcm 22. thronged with visitors from all New Brunswick. The celebration beran on 8aturdav nicht. On uuutuT uucui Kims 111 neiua ruui i vnorcn, ana a monster thanksgiving service in the Kink Church.

A narade of fraternal and benevolent societies also took place. On Mon ths British Agency, and an illuminated address in Hebrew has been sent by the Jewish, community of Alexandria. At recent public meetings it wss decided to its Imperial impressireness, and the enthuaium sweeping like a wave from Talace to Cathedral and back acain to Palace. The story stirs enthusiasm here also. American commemorate the Diamond Jubilea by enlarging I pulses beat in nnison with English, and the the ward for infectious diseases at the Victoria I stanches of Kenablieana ioin in the mcclxim Hospital, Cairo, and to build a new house for the with which Englishmen greet their Queen.

Victoria Home for Governesses and Ifnrses at For it is here felt that they who have the the principal Roman noblemen connected by mamage with Enzlwh families. PABtS, Jnrx S3. Nearly 1,200 persons dined at St. Cloud this evening in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee. This is by far the largest gathering of British residents ever known in Paris.

About 3u0 went down early to spend the day in the park, thus profiting by tho closing of all British places of business while for the remainder 'four huge boats were chartered, which left the Pont da Ia Concorde between half past 4 and 5. The boats bore the British and French flags, and real British cheers were given by tho passengers as ihey started. The scene by the riverside, lit up by the sun, was very animated and picturesque. Considering the understanding that the Hir.ngr Teas not intended The celebration of the Diamond Juftlee in the day tho school children had their celebration and capital cf the Dominion will live lone in the a civio dinner waa riven to the Lieutenant recollection of those who have been privileged to 1 To day there are processions, alle take part in it. The weather was simply Son1 military, in the morning and after TL l.

i I noon, with fireworks at night. The weather is kiwi eiutuuiuprograoiias, perfect. Drought thousands ot people into the city from I BT. JOHN'B, NKWPOCNDLAND, Jrxi M. the surrounding country.

The Gorernor Ucneral The ditnlav throughout tho colony in honour of came specially from Halifax to attend tho de 1 Diamond Jubilee is unprecedented. Theocca monstratlon. In the carlv morninir ihs hn. sion nas ooen ceieoraied by parades, bonhres. 11 tint mm ..1.

f. i. I "i UM "UM" UBCUS. A to, oJer well earned homage to the great Sovereign, illustrious because she hss known how to respect and enforce a Constitution which beyond all others eaf egcards popular rights. the itthrml luritjw uu ieo ueen neio.

now xaigusa ii I tru French prisoners hare been released by order 01 me uovernor to prove the loyalty the isianaers. great attraction ot the day waa children's gathering on Parliament Hill, when 7,000 pupils aasembled to sing patriotic sirs. Lord Aberdeen presided at the gathering, and read the Queen's greeting to her loyal subjects smid tremendous cheering. Ills Excellency stated that he had sent the following reply v' Jm7.ST 7gT ndin afternoon the military and various ge shall immediately bo made known to her UocietiM wr tK. Jui.m th JUklCltV nOOTlla thmtlfhOIlt thA Tlnnifninn It nnsnin.

.1.. 1 will stir afresh hearts already full. We offer I Children singing the National Anthem and Alexandria. Both these institutions were origi 1 deeceit faith in trnn Aetnnmtrr nn Int tJTard for the crofesaional and trading classes, the com uin in low. (raoir ou cozarsposDxxr.) UELBOUBXE, Jen 23.

Reports from all the Australasian colonies show that the Jubilee rejoicings to dy have been of a remarkable and unexampled character, intense loyalty being everywhero manifested. It rained heavily at Sydney, but the streets were thronged, regardless of the weather. It was fine at Mel bourne, and the streets were blocked by dense masses of people displaying the wildest enthusi The illuminations in both cities were splendid. Ballaarat is erecting a statue of the Queen at a cost of 2,000. CBABLOTTETOWX, PRINCB EDWAKD ISLAND, Jem 22.

The city to day is covered with flags and bunt our glad tribute of loyal devotion and affec tionate homage. God save and blesa the Queen 1" It was an inspiring sight to see 7,000 Union Jacks waving while the National Anthem waa being sung. Following this demonstration came a review of the troops of the Ottawa garrison by the Uovernor uenoral, who was attended by General Canada." Speeches were made by the Lieu tonant uorernor and the mayor. J. he sailors ol the' Rambler joined, in the celebration.

The greatest enthusiasm and loyalty have been dis played. he weather is magnificent. AFRICA, CAPE TOWN. Jcxb 22. The Diamond Jubilee celebrations to day THE CONTINENTAL CAPITALS.

(rBOX OCB OWX VIENNA. Jars t2. At 1 o'clock this afternoon the Emperor Francis Joseph called at the Pritish Embassy attired in the uniform of his English Regiment and wearing the Order of the Garter. His Majesty was received on his arrival by the Am bassador, Sir Horace Rum bold, surrounded by his staff, while Lady Rumbold awaited the Sovereign at the entrance to tho reception rooms on the first floor. The Emperor engaged in conversation with thsir Excellencies for half an hour, express ing his congratulations on the Diamond Jubilee in terms of unusual warmth.

His Majesty spoke in the most cordial way of Queen Victoria and the Royal Family, for whom he is known to enter' tain the highest personal regard. Toe whole cha To morrow foM ractcr of the Emperor 's visit proved that it was no Chinese Hindu 01 mero wrm, but a manifestation cf pro a Gaaeoigno and a brilliant suite. At noon a Royal Pied with a united thanksgiving service in the salute waa fired and a ft de joit. The after "ntca uciormed church, which was attended by noon was devoted to athletio sports, and the the Governor, General commanding the celebration culminated in a grand illumination troops, and the high officials of the colony and of the public buildings, ahopa, and dwellings in the city. Next came a review of troops ine and Volunteers, who fired a eufe ioU.

The iron uuiooais in ine bay nred a aaiuto otwruns. A expcnie to make an effective display, and naval brigade then headed a huge procession with the hearty co cperation of tho Govern through the crowded Th florpmAr. ment and the City Council succeeded in Use had been present at the review and had re rv it 'l uu ceired many addretses, watched the procession i V1: 13 trom a platlorm. iine weather prevailed. ing, inu motive power as in uuawa, ana mo capital to diy worthily sustained its reputation as.

to electricity. On the Parliament building alone there were electrical devices in which 10,000 incandescent lamps were nsed. On the right or the Senate wing there blazed forth in words of electricity the inscription "Long live the Queen," while on the left or rVtmmona sida thn HariRn trait Tlion Mnvn In Commons side the devico read Re ine." From the topmost pinnacle of the great tower to the small towers on the right and left wings streamers of electricity were suspended, and when the current was turned on the great building presented a magnificent appearance. Un the Uity ball, the leading business houses, iL.I 1 v. ui i (iheocqh asursa's aoxkct.) PRETORIA, Jen 21, Special Jubilee services were hold yesterday in all the English churches in the Transvaal.

At tho cathedral, General Joubert, Commandant Crpnje, Mr. Kock, a member of the executive, and' a considerable number of the chief officials Dieu sauvo la I attended tho service as a mark of respect and honour towards Queen ictoria. At the suggestion of President Eruger, the Executive Council has decided, as an act of grace, in honour of her Majesty's jubilee, to re lease unconditionally to morrow morning Messrs. the hotels, andotuer large buildings electric devices I Sampson and Davies, the two reformers, who have fr this rear, whieh we would fiin hav luid on tl lorlb Ahousands of people paraded remained in pneon ever since ine raid. cnmiip'led iov uul thanks vint in the streets to see the illuminations, and the im Latsx, o.

tl. I I lfi 41.. rt Dominion has done worthy honour to the great I buildings this afternoon a' crowd of several was a grand display of fireworks on Cartier I for his action in liberating Messrs. Sampson and squaro jaie in me evening, juora ADeraeen letc I lor iiaiilax again to night to attend theUabotl Jess T2 celebrauon there on Ahursday. The festivities in honour of the Diamond QUEBEC, Jens 22.

Jubilee began last night with a grand ball, which The Jubilee has been enthusiastically cele was attended by the Oritish Agent and the lead brated to day. The whole city is en fit. Hlumi mg inhabitants. 'Ahis morning a Koyal salute THE FAR EAST. SINGAPORE, Jen 22.

On Sunday special services were held in all the churches here. This morning review took place and salutes were fired at noon. This evening there are illuminations The town is profusely and brilliantly decorated The weather is splendid will bo distributed to and Mahomodan roor. a traat will tound and hearty sentiment. It is quite an un given to 6,000 children, and there will be usual occurrence in Vienna for his Majesty to illuminations and and Indian proces 1 fulfil such missions in person, and it is equally sions.

On Thursday a Ueat will be given to seldom that he navs visits of aneh len rtn. paupers, and there will be regatta, native howeTer. u0 sealit well informed hro sports sni the uovernor nail, un day the Chinese will have an illuminated procession. On tbat lho nperor of Austria is amongthe best and Saturday there will be horso racing. Everybody most trustworthy friends whom Queen Victoria and is subscribing to build a pubfio hall as a the British pooplo have on the Continent.

This memorial. lis not the occasion to indulge in political eon as renang yeteruay mere wma a poraae ana I Biuerawuiu, jei it is as wen inai ine greai signi Church services were held. There were also I ficance of the visit paid bv his Msiestv to dav to illuminations, native sports, and Chinese and the British Embassy, and tho circumstances con Indian processions. To day the resident Council nected therewith, should bo fully realized lor received addresses, a regatta took place, and in England. In this country ther are there were illuminations and a Mahomedan pro tints and shades in matters of etiquette which cession.

One Chinaman has presented S30.000 have an importance tiut can scarcely be understood for a clock tower as a memorial. I abroad, but which are always calculated to a In the Malay States there have been English I nicety. It is in the light of such facts that the and Mahomedan services, sports, illuminations, Emperor's visit to the British Embassy is to be banquets, and balls on a huge scale in every estimated. It may be represented as an act of State. courtesy and friendship for which it would be At xiatavia to day the untisn consul holds a ditncuit of late to hnd a parallel here.

reception and the British inhabitants give an out Count Goluchowski, the members of the Diplo door at home, with dancing on the lawn and fire matio Corps, and all the officials of rank at pre works. They will also present a new wing to the sent in Vienna called at tho British Embassy in juuven cricaef pariiiou. i mu course 01 uio oay. At burabaya the Uonsul gives a dance and the I This evening the British Ambassador and Ladr British present a clock tower to tho town. I Rumbold entertained tho members of the Jubilee At Bangkok the British Legation givca a committee and a fuw others at dinnor.

anrl affnr. dinner, and the British decorate and illuminate I wards held a reception ot tho British colony. me sown. i Ane neat or ine uueon having been drunk. Sir Heavy rain is falling.

I Horace Rumbold 'proposed the subjoined to ait A Dutch warship has arrived here bearing eon 1 to the Emperor and Emnress of Austria. "Kin gratulations from tho Governor of the Dutch East I and Quean of Hungary Indina. I Tho TVinom I lira nn. f. k.

BOXQ KOXO. Jen 22. revered and popular of Sovereigns. Br a singular. The Diamond Jubilee was celebrated to day i migljt almost touching, coincidence, his by all foieigners, irrespective of nationality, at is about to celebrate the jubilee boa witnessed dire calamities from visita nocs cx famine ana pestilence, and now Jtjq the convulsions of nature.

We know tar much the cloud of sorrow which has this dimmed the glad prospect hss weighed oca her Msiestr. itet wo know also now. the guiding influence of her Majesty, tbose calamities have called forth a mani iartiiicu of goodwill from every part of the etrid, the generoaity of which, as many of tin: addresses avow, has been warmly appreciated sad will act readily be forgotten. The memory of tbt Indian Famine Fund of 1897, will itself bo no asxrt memorial of the ictonan age. "Certain am I that if in this year of jdiiLe we can make an earnest effort to pmaote greater confidence between rulers sad ruled, mere forbearance where racial or religious feeling is apt to lead to strife.

jester views of the supreme importance of peace sad goodwill, we shall have done something to rtiw to our beloved Sovereign a memorial more etidenng than brass, of which any monarchy and set nation might be proud." (loud cheers.) treat local festivities have been arranged here. The Viceroy receives the European and native eosrrciiity at a State party to morrow. With th. exception of Calcutta, where the intended Jcbiles festivities have been cancelled owing the recent earthquaxe, and Assam, which is suffering from the same calamity, rrtat rejoicings are proceeding all over India. These take various forms durbars and fcute ccrtmcnies being the rule in the native tcrilorr.

while everywhere the feeding of the poor, liberal charitable gifts, and the foundation of nrieusnsmorials mark the Queen's commemora toa. The Native Chiefs, as a body, have oiSered to focad an institute for scientific investigation into Indian ditoases, which scheme has been accepted or tie Government. At Madras 40.000 poor and school children sere entertained at an immense popular rathcr cg. The National Anthem waa snng by the ewaiined choirs. The town will be illuminated at night, and entertainments will be given.

The rejoicings in the districts of the Presidency are very widespread. Food and clothing have been cistnbutd, ceremonies have taken place in the tetanies and mosques, and bonfires lighted on all the hill tops. At Ericagsr (Kashmir) yesterday food was dis hibuted to the poor, and the foundation stone I was laid of a new Zenana hospital. The Imperial troops were reviewed in parade by the Maharaja a a major general in tho British service, and his Highneu also held a durbar. Military sports took place during the day.

A banquet will bo riven at the palace, and an evening party at the nritishnesideney. The country will be illuminated tsclaiu of bonfires from Gilghit and Ladak to At Lucknow 18,000 poor have been fed, and general prayers have been offered in the temples and isosqubs. Cava Moulvi Eyed Mahomed Abu Eakh has founded an endowment Oriental Library, presenting his valuable collection of Oriental manuscripts. Bomhsy city, and the shipping in the port are jeoorattd and illurcinated. Regimental dinners re been arranged for the men, and a tea for the "soai A ripantia free lottery has also been arranged with money prixes, to be crawn by the soldiers and sepoys ia JJombay, The prist are riven bv friends.

In IIiur i' Rovernment has icpted the following measures for the celebration of the Jubilee. Alepcrward will be added to th Afzal Gunj Hospital 10 per cent, of the prisoners throughout the Nixam's dominions will released; and poor Mahomedana, Hindus. Cbrutians. and Parsees will be fed. A grand Inde of the troora took Tklaee Testerdsv.

and at Bute Uncuet theKixam made graceful allusion the ronsiderahl benafita derived by India dnmg her Majesty's long reign. To day a durbar 21baheld, whici will bTattendod by all the nobles and British officials. Festivities cm large scale in mwMillnff. The refolcingt are Fit several enmrmmities having shown their by starting snbscriptdoni for public la Baroda the SUte eetivities have been pott Pjd until the end of the month, owing to a death we Gaikwar. family.

One hnndred and Uysl dwaenstrstioos took place In the British at Patiala. A durbar waa held, and IT imperial Service troops were paraded Tnt poorill WJci wh saa Biiiimain wlU (fan ton and the coast ports. The enthusiasm among all colours, creeds, and races in Hong' kong is intense. Addresses wcro presented to the Governor and congratulatory telegrams wore despatched to the Queen. A granof review was and those of us who may be present at it are certain to witness'decon stratlons of loyalty and affection towards bis august person which will in every way compare wun mose wnicn in yueen's subjects have nations and flags and aU kinds of decorationa are fired camP Tho town decorated.

to be seen everywhere. A procession marched through the city headed by the military corps of the city police and the fire brigades, which were The event is also being celebrated by proces sions, spuria, ami luumwaiions. ZANZIBAR, Jtm 23. An official thanksgiving service was celebrated followed by all tho different national and other I here on Sunday and waa attended by tho British societies. Of these there were over 100 in number, I residents.

The Zanzibar Government enter all but eight of them French speaking, which umBU.UM uigu is shows the great loyalty of the French Canadians. None are more enthusiastic than they. After the procession, Victoria Park, a magnifi cent new pleasure ground named in honour of the Queen, was opened by the JUeutenant Uovemor, yesterday evening. The Sultan attended in State. The British Agent gives a dinner to night.

LAQOS. Jrn M. The town is en fete to day and is crowded with visitors. Ibe native rulers from the Hinterland who have come in specially for the Jubilee fes TT.tm. v.n 1 1 exhibited this dsy.

On the universal resuect of uenerai isitclc. An immense choir, composed ui wui of all naUonalities.slterwardssangthoHallelnjah neodnoV dwell. He is known to be tho most ri i rrv 1 I just, the most painstaking, the most benevolent brilliant illuminations this evening and a water or An. addition to this, he Is felt to be procession. Xhe fonndaUon stones of a Women 7 A 6 "P01" pea.

and Uhiidren's Hospital and a Jubilee road I viujt.vt.ua round the island were laid to day. of own subjects, but to the worm at large, xo you wno nave the good (nraoran xstrrxa's aqskct.) fortune to reside in this country, BHANQIIAX, Jrci 22. under the Emperor's benign sway, these may In celebration of the Jubilee ceremony of almost seem platitudes, but they express the trooping the colour was performed to day by the I feelings I venture personally to entertain for the Vnlnntworn and sailors. A thanksrivinc Mrrint I Sovereign of these realms, the very faithful allv was held in the cathedral, tho Freemasons attend 1 her Majesty, and one of the best friends ing in a body. The whole community afterwards England has ever bad.

in asking you to drink joined in fU at the British Consulate, which his Majesty's health I would say for my own part was profusely decorated and illuminated in the that I consider myself the most favoured of evening, when a torchlight parade of firemen was Ambassadors in being accredited; by such a organized. Splendid weather prevailed. Sir J. A. Chapleau.

Notwithstanding pouring I tivities attended a grand durbar significant of the rain pwpsiuutpanui uie cuieurauon. I peace esiauusueu ui luruuuuu A Royal salute was fired from the Citadel. TOr.ONTO, Jcsx 22, There was a Kroo demonstration yesterday at which all tho various branches of trade and In Ontario's capital 200.000 loyal citizens cele maasu7 re reprosoniea. xairaordinary ii enthusiasm prevails. bra tod the Jubilee.

All business places were closed, and a procession six miles in length of military, national societies, school boys, bicyclists, and municipal bodios marched through the streets. DURBAN, Jess 22. There is great rejoicing throughout Natal. In Pietermaritzburg and Durban two days are being devoted w) inanxsgiving ceieorauons. uevlews THE UNITED STATES, (rtox otra owir coxxxsrovnxxr.) NEW YORK, Jcas 22 All the important New York papers, with a I Diamond Jubilee with single exception, discuss the Queen's Diamond I Service in the English church, which was crowded Jubilee in a spirit of sincere good will.

The to the very doors. The interior was decorated Queen to such an Emperor.1 BT, PETERSBURG, Jujri 22. This afternoon at 2 o'clock, corresponding with noonday in British colony in St. Petersburg began the celebration of the Queen's special Thanksgiving inrlninrr i.i.m.nt. nm.n.

and prooessions are being held, the decorations discordant Orangemen and Ribbonmen who I we g. illuminations and fire now united to honour tho Queen. Joy bells rang ponr mma irrBiTTTTa imm during two hours. The business and private I Great enthusiasm has been manifested here in streets were gay with bunting, and at night will connexion with the Diamond Jubilee. To day a Queen's welcome to the President's special Ambassador has made a deep impression.

The 2fv York Herald refers to the congratulations offered by Christendom to the great Sovereign, with British flags, the Union Jack hanging on either side of the altar and also from the. front of the organ, while the pulpit was draped with the Royal Standard of the Embassy. The oongrega statue of her Majesty was unveiled, there was review of the troops, and special services were "TKvM.f (mUt'i neid in tno rrowssiani ana woman uatholio J. t.D cathedrals. Gsbi concerts, distributions of food to the poor, regattas, fireworks, bonfires, and other festivities have been organized all over tho island.

FREETOWN. Jcxx 22. The Jubilee was observed here with great service in ed by the Governor in state, a procession of the civil and military authorities, ana a monster Sunday. scnooi treat. bo ablaze with electric mottoes.

MONTREAL, Jews 22 lay's celebration wai review of 4,000 troops in Logan's Park, almost the whole city turning out ito witness the parade, The enthusiasm was at its highest pitch when the commanding officer called for three cheers lorner juay. i rejoicings, including a thanksgiving sponded heartily. The review was the finest dis thJ0 Cathedral, which was attend PiaV Oi 11 Will MM, IWB DWU A. 1 I X'. 1 were all the juonireai corps represemea full strength, but a detachment from her Majesty's ship Talbot, the gentlemen cadets of the Roval Military College, the 14th, 63rd, and 57th Uatta lions, li uompany oi ine ist itegiment of the Vermont National uuard, ana the Govemor Genersl's Foot Guards also took part in the parade.

The Vermont men received it mnrn Innrilr cheered, whilft I carrisou luwu nirev oracr on ADOin in the parade their fine band showed itself quite familiar with tho National Anthem. The men themselves cheered for her Alsiesty with as and the homage to the woman In whom reral I tioii, numbering some COO to COO persona, included. and personal virtues are so admirably blended." I besides Sir Nicholas 0 'Conor and the staff oi It then says I the British mbassy, all. the members of the Nowhere outside her own dominions is the I Diplomatic Corps. His Majesty the Tsar was Queen regarded with more true affection and I represented by General Baron Fredericks, respect than in the United States.

The Ambassa 1 Minister of the Imperial Household, who sat to dor of the President is also the Ambassador of the right of tho altar with the Ambassadors of the American people. He bore with him some 1 France, Austria Hungary, Germany, and Spain. thing more than official messages. He received I There were also present representatives of all the from the Queen something more than a formal I Russian Ministries, the Ministers themselvea reply. The Queen declared her" thanks to the I being prevented from attendhigon account cf a President and to the great nation of our kins sitting a wrvice negan It is a phrase which will Uve in American J1 fL the Tsar." A he liev.

a. Watson "lated. (noK otra conxxsrosDiKT.) CAIRO, Jntx 22. A general holiday has been observed by the British and Maltese residents in all the chief towns. At half past 7 o'clock this morning the Cairo mnch vigour as the Canadian corps.

The vete rans, some of whom were 70 and 76 years of sge, marched lute young WINNIPEU, Juxx za. The greatest demonstration ever held in Canada was that given to day in Winni square, under the command of General Hender son. IO ra uromer was present. Three cheers were given for the Queen, and the parade ended with the bands playing the Khedivial hymn, Subsequently Lord Cromer held a reception. which was very numerously attended by the British and other residents, the Egyptian Mini sters, and the Diplomatic Corps.

The Jewish with all her eight and seventy years of noble and i strenuous life, is still in the full vigour of her rare mental ana pnysicai powers." The Tribune, the World, the Times, and other leading journals write in similar terms. Bo do the leading journals throughout the country. The exception is the Sun. the organ of all that is most extreme in Irish American jingoism. iais paper ej iuAi.

wuibu mast ueservmg oi honour in Victoria as woman and Oueen is com mon to most women and most Sovereigns that the English, in cole bra ting the Jubilee, are cele brating themselves, not her that she has con tributed nothing to their progress that she has assisted by the Rev. A. Riddle, of Kronstadt. To night the British Embassy and the Consulate are Illuminated. ROME.

Jews Immediately after the opening of to day's sitting of the Italian (J camber, Baron Bonnino, leader of the Constitutional Opposition, rose and in the following terms referred to the celebration of her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee 41 The entire British nation is to dsy enfite celebrating in the mother country and the colonies scattered in every corner of the earth pany were extremely well dressed and had a well to do air. Young men were in the majority, but Ihero were many middle aged and some very elderly men and women. There were French wives and widows cf British subjects, and several women had infants in arms. Some members ot the Jubilee committee accompanied the merry party. and the labour undertaken by that body in making the arrangements and sifting the applications may be imagined.

Substantial English fare was provided at St. Cloud, and tho dinner, oi course, concluded with the Queen's health and the National Anthem. The company returned to Paris between 10 and 11, all highly gratified with tho treat provided for them. To night the front ot the r.mnaisy, which is decked with flags, is illuminated. At many of the English shops the Union Jack hangs midway between the French and American fias.

Some of the shops aro illuminated to night. Numerous restaurants and cajii are also decorated with the Sag. To morrow the English jockeys at Chantilly will hold a e. President Faurs has received telegrams from numerous British communities in Franco expressive of their esteem on the occasion of tho Jubilee for himself and for the French nation. The interest aroused in France by the celebra tion finds tangible demonstration in the fact that the Temps contains more than seven columns on the Jubilee a considerable portion of it telegraphed this afternoon by its London correspondent.

The writer of this account cf the Royal procession has evidently been immensely impressed by the splendour and significance of the ceremony. Words, he says, fail him to convey certain sensations of this spectacle cf an incomparable and never to be forgotten magnificence." A semi official account is published here of the reception of the Duo d'Auerstadt by the Queen yesterday. The Duke expressed the warm and sincere congratulations of President Faure, the reucb bovemment, and. enure 1 ranee. Wa all," he said.

desire the happy continuance of your reign, marked by so many great and memor reply, alluded to her interview with the President, to her visits to France, and to the warm greeting annually received there by her, and ah expressed her sentiments of affectionate sympathy tor xranco. (raox on COPENHAGEN, Jm 22. In honour of the Diamond Jubilee to dav many flags were displayod in the principal streets, and the British Legation was splendidly decorated. At 11 a short special Thanksgiving Berries was held at the English' Church, at which the crown rnnce ana Crown xrincess, the Princesses Wsldemar, Ingeborg, and Thyra were present. The British Minister, Sir Charles Scott, gave a luncheon party to the British subjects.

Six Charles Scott toasted the health of Queen Victoria, which was received with enthusiasm. After luncheon the British subjects joined in sending an address of congratulation to the Queen. CONSTANTINOPLE. Jus 2. Sir Philip Currie celebrated the Jubilee by a fete at the Embassy at Therapia.

In the park there were fireworks and a military band, both sent by the Sultan. The company Included the Grand the Ministers of the Court and State officials, the Diplomatic Body, naval and military officers, and many others. MALTA. Jnrs 22. This memorable day was marked by glorious weather.

A Deum was song in St. John's Cathedral, followed by the prayers Pro Eegina and Pro fratutrum action, accompanied by the festive sound of the bells of all the churches ia Malta. A Royal salute was fired by a battery simultaneously. The Bishop of Malta officiated, the Governor, General Sir Arthur Lyon Fremantla, withhis personal staff and all officials andnotabili ties, attmding. In the afternoon the Governoi held a Lext In the Palace, which waa thronged.

This evening there are a torchlight military tattoo by the massed regimental bands, fire worxs, ana a grana general illumination. (thzouoh arena's aoxxct.) IBRALTAS," JuiTH: In celebration of the Jubilee a parade of troops waa held here to day, at which the Governor of Algeciras was present. The day was observed as a general holiday amid great rejoicings. The streets and the shipping were decked with flags. A dinner was given to the poor, and a military tattoo tooK piace.

Aha town will be illuminated this evening. ADEN, Jusi 22. At a large and enthusiastic meeting of all classes tdsy a loyal address was sent to the Queen through the Political Resident. To day is a general holiday, and the poorer natives are being feasted at the expense oi the community. The houses are decorated, and there will be illuminations at nightfall.

The Governor to day received the members of the Corporation of Hamilton and read the Queen 'a Message to her people and his reply. His Excellency was then presented with an which he replied. A salute of 60 guns was fired by the British warship on the station, and a jidjoU was fired by the troops, who were afterwards reviewed by the Governor. An Impressive thanks giving service was held in the Cathedral. The town is profusely decorated and great preparations hare been made for illuminations to night.

MELBOURNE, Jm 33. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee is being cele brated' to day throughout Victoria, even in the remotest corners of the colony. The weather ia fine. In Melbourne, superb illununations hare been arranged. The festivities hers will extend over a week.

had no more political power than if she were a I the 60th anniversary of the accession to tie wooden figure instead of a live woman that the English throne has not yet been carted away to the junk shop, but bears no longer the sovereignty it typifies that England keeps an individual Hovereign as a theatrical accessory or traditional throne of her Gracious Majesty Queen Victoria. (Loud cheers.) I am certain that I express the feelings of the entire Chamber without distinction of party in requesting bur President to fetish that the Queen herself is a woman interpret on this solemn occasion to the Speaker peculiarly without any of the qualities which of the House of Commons both the warm wishes I mrtA 4 nnnnl Eaxlarn fTli ri a 1 1 a ivimmmiihM peg in honour ox me vueen fiuaoau uuuuv. i 9 I I. H.1M 1 rn 11 .1 The features of the day wore monster paraaes i v. militarr.

the national societies and I sentod, and congratulatory telegrams arrived children, athletic sports, and a review, oonclud from all parts of Egypt Briefly, Lord Cromer. 1 ill 1 .41 a siM I ruCclToU UUI1UM1I) UBUlVlUIf UMUaQUUT UlKfe Lt tmlldlmrs and the city in the evening, the benefits of British administration are Yet hundreds cf papers and multitudes cw Amerl of the great English nation, strong in liberty, ....1 appreciated throughout tne country. oans who wian wen to Ireland are nor Never was a holiday more enthusiastically cele 1 of0 ninj a fird and tha able to express, as the Tribune does. guns i. I iioyai oiaooaru uwod jaca was nown principal towns juaoiwo.

ana we swjuku ,1 to lanMt at all stations occupied by her majesty troops, beveral Onsen's weather favoured the celehratlona subscribed for by British subjects (aJ. A salute was fired by the mounted 1 0F all nationalities. A large number of military rjolice and a grand precession inarched to the land children, for whose amusement in great Market rJace. The Queen's telegram was received VM. were present The I I cm wren 01 ine camion scnoois sang uoq oiess ith cheert.

Thar, was tinging by the schools 0Vr years," and arid the Indian children. I God save the Queen." Lord Cromer distri Tbe Lieutenant Governor mads a speech, taxing 1 tuted prisma for racing. The British Agency the aa his text Sir Michael Hicks Beach's Budget I Citadel, and the principal British establishments Tr tj v. OnMm'a aMMsion I will be illuminated and "a huge bonfire will be rWda wasfeud and ha? best men were lighted to night by the military ou the Mokattam Zr TVahested. and her leading HUla.

General Handerscn wiU entertain at Bxiled. To day she was TOtaa, sou aad.tk offia r. men were in tne Aonaon fsp wA this Assembly for the long and prospervus 1Dfism Ll Ih nd mution of so glorious a reign and the 10 note which now, as for a ifly audible in this paper. 7laPlr VP tha rejoicings tj tha neat TVurHili nation, stron? In lftanv oans who wish Ireland are none the less I in tolerance, and in civil and ordered able to express, as the Tribune does, cordial I On behalf of the Government Signer Brin. This is not mere iing I anti English.

It is then long tune past, is chiefly audible in this paper. fthiTiriirifim irrievAffgjQd JMJ sympathy and unstinted aiWitinn mnH mei I ftTiftjr nt fmiint anrlxA Hn tlf heartily rood wishing of long life, health, loyalty to the I with Baron Sonnino's motion, and Signer lurom uu peace auroau vo ser tne 1 zanaroaui, xrcsioens 01 tvuBisod rtnn I k.i., 11 .1 j. fT The interest of Amnrirans in the Diamond I ao grateful a task noon so ananieuwn Jubilee is sufficiently denoted by the many occasion. The proposal was theft carried bv llminary prcieedings which filled yesterdsy's and I In the Senate to day than was a dsmanstra to day's papers. The messages to the Queenltion similar to that in the Chamber.

Sanatar from the Chamber of Commeree, the Stock Blaserna proposing there, be sent to tha Exchange, and the Cotton charge are faithful august and glorious'Queen Victoria the wishs of reflections of tha friendship which pervades tba tha Italian Benat for the prosperity and glory of business community they represent. The Presi tha Queen and of tha Engliah psopls." Sizaor io.w tww, www tmtm mm i jmin, in iiiimw ui moua crxa, oq mnirr os poouaoea oere, is tnougns to a man mora I us uotrimmig rrwirmmtn t) prwtaayfr adequate expression of general American santi 1 was carried by acclamation menV I This erening at the 'British Embassy her Latws, I TrTs jsstj's 11 nibssisdfir. ffir flirs Trrif. imtir iu.j jfr f1 T4 ItstnH it TiinTTiilths Tnsmhrssnf lhsBnfinl vtaMaV; JJIsdafaalla CksSsU as waS GERMANY, (rxox ous ows couxsroasxrr.) BERLIN, Jews 22. It is significantly announced in the NvrQt German Gazette to night that the Ab riW ia Rome, Baron, von Bdlow, is on his way to tho Emperor, who is at present on board tho Imperial yacht Hoh enzollern, off Hsligoland, and that it may be safely assumed that this jumney is connected with tho state Baron von Mar sohaQ's health." The name of Baron von Below has frequently been mentioned when the succession to tho Foreign Office has been discussed.

THE BRITISH MISSION, TO ABYSSINIA, (rxox aihsucoamoTBmi) PCSE, 2C Mr. RermsH Bodd, Captain Brnghsw, sad Captain Bwayno are prrmendiinghomeiaids by too TilsiitsniTit OnlnneT Wingats, Capiat Speedy, Osptahi Cc Qleiwhsvi, and Dr. Pinchin are going toOafco. OSILS. (raffle owt oooMirowMarr.) Urn Ifchter wW4 tn day,.

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