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could not seemingly forge bolts strong 
people out. 
enough to keep the 
foreign Intelligence. 
At the Royal Italian Opera tho curtain lias fallen 
0 n the last performance of Grisi in Norma, and 
nine more representations, commencing with Lu- 
crezia, will close her justly celebrated operatic career 
in "this country. On Thursday, Madurnc Viardot appeared 
in the Prophete — a charming little ballet entitled UneEtoile 
by Mr. A. Harris, closing the evening here most agreeably. 
The Royul Opera at Old Drury holds tho even tenor of 
its way with Formes, that prince of basses, at its head ; and 
if variety is charming, here it may be found in full force — 
English, German, and Italian — nil perfect in their way. 
t-ims Reeves has been most warmly welcomed. 
Charles Matthews, after a short and brilliant engagement 
with the robbers in Dasinghall, opeued the Lyceum on 
Monday, and was received with bravos. He appeared as 
effervescent ns sparkling [hook, and never acted bettor, 
pj is spirits are worth the revenuo of the Excisc-oflico. 
The Hayniarket, with Bnckstono as tho comic Atlas, has 
kept its ground with its well appointed bill ; and tho 
Oljmpic has added another successful revival to its stock in 
Charles Dance’s capital farce of Hush Money, which was 
admirably interpreted by Mar. Wigan and Mr. llobsou. 
On Wedncsay tho Adelphi was crowded to suffocation on 
the occasion of Mndame Celeste’s benefit. The celebrated 
drama of The Thirst of Gold with the marvellous Sea of 
Ice, the revived nautical drama of The Cabin Boy , gave 
the'greutest delight ; and the new and original farce of .4 
Moving Tale , written by Mr. Mark Lemon, aod acted by 
]\lr., Mrs., and Miss Keeley, was received with one shout of 
laughter from beginning to end. It is full of fun of the 
genuine English kind, and wo have no doubt will equal tho 
Camp at Chobham, Domestic Economy, and every other of 
the popular works of this most original and fertilo author. 
The little manager of the Oxford-street Theatre has trans- 
lated another immortel to the funeral wreath of the genius of 
English literature, and yet the act is bedaubed with praise by a 
f.wofthe very parties whopretend to fightforhorrocuscitation 
Thunk heaven there are a few uncoutamiuated by worldly 
motives, who do honestly speak out, and whose words have 
pierced tho choicest ears. We hear the manager has pub- 
lished certain correspondence between himself and a popular 
author, which, singularly enough, is all in the latter’s 
favour. Souio oilier matter of this kind will shortly see 
the day, with, perhaps, not a very agreeable result, — one 
good (?) turn deserves another. 
Astley’s has made a hit with a pieco of local and stirring 
incidents, called The Cossacks ; or, Vive la France, and if 
the attraction equals its numerous representations in Paris, 
the coffers of the treasurer will soon over-run. Tho scenes 
in the circlo are novel and excellent, and Mr. W. Cooke 
merits all praise for the taste and industry ho displays in 
catering for the Public. — F ax. 
St. Anne s Amateur Dramatic Society. — On Wed- 
nesday evening the members of this society gave a perform- 
ance at the Soho Theatre, for the purpose of introducing to 
a London audience a Mr. Alfred Barry, who, it was stated, 
had acquired considerable provincial popularity as a Shak- 
sperean reader. “Othello” was the play chosen a9 the 
opening piece, and though this selection may appear some- 
what ambitious on the part of amateurs who for tho first 
time essayed to exhibit their histrionic abilities, the play, 
taken altogether, was very creditably performed. Mr. 
Barry was well acquainted with his text, though we think 
he hardly possesses the physique, to sustain so arduous u 
character as that of the jealous Mo->r. The actor, however, 
attempted nothing more than ho could achieve without ex- 
aggeration. Mr. A. Younge was larjo, and acquitted him- 
self most praiseworthily, as we were given to understand it 
was the first time lie had appeared on tho stage. Inyo, 
however, is a character too weighty und too subtle in its na- 
ture to be lightly handled or heedlessly undertaken. Mr. 
Younge is a good study, and gave the text correctly and 
smoothly. The part of Cassio, as rendered by Mr. Win- 
chester,* exhibited more finish and tact than are usually 
displayed by amateurs; the gentleman was most deservedly 
rewarded with frequent applause. The gentle, loving, und 
much-injured Dcsdeniona was elegantly and feelingly pour- 
trayed by Mrs. Henderson. The other principal characters 
were satisfactorily rendered as follows : — Mr. Montague, 
Brabant io ; Mr. Skerry, Rodcrigo ; Mr. Claremont, Mon- 
tuno ; Miss Arnold. Emilia, &c. The theatre was well at- 
tended, und tho entertainments were merrily brought to a 
close with the farce of “ Box and Cox.” 
Cbemorne. — T hese beautiful gardens were on Monday, 
and have been during the week, visited by a large con- 
course of visitors desirous to avail themselves of the op- 
portunity afforded by the holidays of enjoying the many 
attractions which this property holds out, and which 
exceed those of any former years, in number and variety. 
The floricultural alterations were evidently very pleasing; 
for, long after the amusements began on Monday, parties 
might be seen perambulating round the newly-maue bor- 
ders, or standing in groups to admire some one or other 
of the beautiful points in the grounds, or a new statue or 
vase The instrumental concert was a treat of no ordi- 
nary description. The overture to Semiramide and the 
Selections from Flotow were rendered with extraor- 
dinary precision, and the vocalism by the Misses Henley, 
Mr. W. Russell, and Cowell, was very pleasing. In 
pointing out the new ballet, “The Bridal Morn” as being 
every way worthy of a visitor's enjoyment, we do so with 
a confidence rarely felt. Such representations at public 
gardens scarcely ever rise beyond mediocrity; in this 
instance, everything is in keeping with a first-class per- 
formance, and, for so small a theatre, really astonishing. 
In the Royal Turkish pavilion were assembled a host ot 
artistes whoso performances individually are deserving 
of notice, if our space admitted of our doing so; collec- 
tively they are very great, and will no doubt prove an 
important feature in every day’s amusement. Of Desa- 
rois’s dogs and monkeys, which are certainly the most 
highly trained animals ever known, and which were so 
much sought after at Drury Lane some time since, it is 
not too much to say that they imitate to perfection the 
every-day actions of man, whether in the parlour, the 
ball-room, or the field. 
Boston, U. S. — Mr. Thomas Burry, of long tried l»is- 
tronic reputation in America, has had the most splendid 
The.itre In the United States built for him by the richest 
merchant hero. Mr. B. is now in London, forming his 
company, for opening in September next. — Among tho en- 
gagements are Mr. and Mrs. Wood, of Manchester, and 
Mr. James Bennett, the celebrated tragedian of Birmingham 
and the provinces. 
From Paris vro hoar that with respect to the relief 
of Siiistria, the plan of Marshal St. Arnaud is to detach 
24,000 French, 15,000 English, and 30,000 Ottomans of 
Omar Pasha’s army for that service. 35,000 Russians, it is 
said, are on the right bank of tho Danube employed in 
investing the place. Those 35,000 will bo placed between 
two fires, and will, it is hoped, be driven into the Danube, 
or made prisoners. Notwithstanding the slight hope of 
relieving that fortress, wo expeetthatit will bo relieved intime, 
and before the gallant officer who defends it is forced either 
to surrender or, which is most probablo, bury himself and 
the remnant of the garrison under its ruins. Tho Danubo 
seems also to be doing its duty against tho Russian®, as the 
rising of the waters must have greatly interfered with tho 
operations against tho fort. At all events, an important 
battle will be soon fought near Siiistria, which cannot but 
produco a considerable effect on the campaign. The fleet 
In tho mcantimo will cruise off tho coast to have an eye on 
Sebastopol, and prevent the possibility of any succour by sea, 
and also to bo ready io caso of need to promote tho success 
of the operations. 
At Copenhagen the Constitution festival was held on 
the evening of the 5th by fifty thousand |>crson&. It passod 
off without accident or commotion. The Cowrt w»» absent. 
From New York wo have dates to the 27th ult. The 
City of Manchester has arrived at Philadelphia, and tho 
A mere* at Boston. Tho news is important. The Ne- 
braska Bill had passed the Senate, but nothing of moment 
had transpired in Congress. It was reported that an over- 
ture had been submitted, proposing a new commercial 
treaty between Russia and the United States, of a highly 
advantageous nature to the latter. Immense excitement 
prevailed at Boston on the 26lh on account of the arrest of 
a fugitive slave. Tho military were called out, ami one man 
billed. 
INDIA AND CHINA. 
(lIY SUBMARINE AND EUROPEAN TELEGRAPH.) 
The steamer Calcutta arrived at Trieste on the 7th, at half- 
past 10 a.m., in 102 hours from Alexandria, which site left 
on tho 2nd of June. 
The ludinn mail has been waiting at Alexandria since the 
30th of May. It brings advices from Calcutta to tho 1st of 
May, Madras the 5th of May, Shanghai the 14th of April, 
Canton tho 20th of April, Hougkong tho 22nd of April, and 
Bombay tho 10th of May. 
Affairs in Bunnah are satisfactory. 
The Imperialists have been driven from Shanghai by 
Europeans, assisted by the rebel army. 
Exchanges at Calcutta, 2J ; Shanghai, G.3 ; Canton, 5.3. 
FRANCE. 
( From our own Correspondent .) 
Paris, Thursday, June 8. 
Something decisive is anxiously looked for in high 
places here from the seat of war. What has been done, 
both in the Baltic and Black Sea, is considered well and 
gallantly done; but what is wanted is a blow — a something 
that will make the Emperor Nicholas feel that he is 
actually at war with the two greatest of military nations. 
Nothing of this sort has yet taken place — hence, perhaps, 
a little shade of disappointment. The first news expected 
is from Schumla, or rather Siiistria, where it is thought 
the Russians and the allies will cross swords; the second, 
from Finland -perhaps Cronstadt; the third, from Sebas- 
topol. But these are mere guesses upon points which, 
important as they are, the slightest casualties might defeat. 
The Emperor will shortly proceed to the north of France 
to take the command of the camp now in course of forma- 
tion near St. Oiner. Quantities of artillery have been 
dispatched to Constantinople, from which it is naturally 
inferred that the siege of Sebastopol has been decided on. 
Their Majesties have given a grand dinner at St. 
Cloud this week, and received a large assembly in the 
evening, being a kind of farewell reception to the mem- 
bers at the close of tho legislative session. Conspicuous 
among the company invited to the dinner, were the 
Ministers, General Baraguay d'Hilliers, &o.; but Lord 
and Lady Cowley were tho only members of the diplo- 
made body invited. . . 
All the vacant space which is appropriated for building 
purposes, between the Louvre, Tuileries, and the Palais 
Royal, has been obtained by M. Ferine, from the City of 
Paris, oil behalf of a private company, for the sum of 
nine millions of francs (£360,000 sterling). The 
purchase was agreed to on the express condition that 
all the intended buildings are to be completed previous 
to the opening of the Grand National Exhibition in Paris, 
next summer, by which time it is hoped that at least tho 
exterior of the addition to the Tuileries uniting that 
palace with the Louvre, will likewise be terminated, thus 
completing what may be called the “ West end ” quarter 
of the magnificent Hue de Rivoli. Nothing will be ne- 
glected to make Paris appear to the utmost advantage at 
that period; to aid in effecting which, a decree lias just 
been issued, ordering the fronts of all the houses in 
numbers of streets— among other places, tho Place Ven- 
dome— that have for tho last few years been seldom sub- 
jected to the cleansing process, to undergo that opera- 
tion without delay. In fact, the Government intends that 
old Paris shall look as fresh and beautiful as possible on 
that occasion, all the world being expected as visitors. 
A great number of French families are arriving in Pans 
from Russia, chiefly artistes, painters, and milliners, num- 
bers of whom, particularly of the Lust, have been exer- 
cising their talents for years on tho banks ot the Neva. 
They represent St. Petersburg as plunged in the utmost 
consternation; all the nobility, and all, in fact, who can 
afford to do so, withdrawing to the interior of the country. 
It is estimated that about 5000 Frenchmen are at this mo- 
ment residing in Russia, of whom about 3000 have applied 
for their passports — the remainder are subjected to the 
most rigorous surveillance, and all their letters to the 
mother-country must be sent unsealed. 
Another “sign of tho times,” and that an unmistakcablo 
one, is the number of new patents taken out by inventors 
of various implements of destruction, who, according to 
their own account, throw Warner’s “long range, and 
Professor Jacob’s submarine “ infernal machine, 
into the shade. One of these gentlemen boasts of 
having discovered a new projectile for heavy artillery, 
“ which in a moment will annihilate a whole squadron or 
battalion, and infallibly destroy a ship on which it may 
fall.” This is called the “ boulet-gyges" by the inventor ; 
but military men are very sceptical as to its merits, and 
designate it as a “ boidet canard Another discovery is 
far more popular : it consists of a machine which may bo 
affixed to every gun at a trifling expense, and which saves 
the soldier the trouble of priming his musket, no easy task 
with benumbed fingers. Twenty caps are placed in a 
reservoir; and the mere act of placing a gun at half-cock 
drops the cap in its proper place in the nipple. A new 
breech-loading rifled cannon, to carry conical balls of tho 
calibre of 150lbs., and the application of the breach-load- 
ing principle to the Minie rifle, close tho list of “ murder- 
ous inventions." 
One of the most interesting episodes of tho week is the 
blackballing of M. Fortoul, a Cabinet Minister, who 
offered himself as a candidate for the vacant chair at the 
institute, on what grounds other than the position which 
he fortuitously occupies, it is difficult to imagine, as his 
literary and scioutitic attainments are by no means such 
as to entitle him to that honour. The members of the In- 
stitute brought forward to oppose him M. de Longperier, 
a clover achtcologist; and though all the influence of Go- 
vernment was exerted on behalf of the Minister, Son 
Excellence was rejected by a majority of ninotoon to 
seventeen. 
A domestic drama of the most painful interest is about 
to find a denouement before the Cour Imp&riale of Paris. 
The plaintiff is a charming young married lady, Madame 
de B , who some months ago mysteriously disap- 
peared from society where she shone velut inter ignet 
tuna minoves, and who was last week discovered at tho 
Cbnuiiit des Oiseaux. The defendant is her husband, and 
the suit one for separation ; divorce, as it exists in ling- 
laud, not being recognised by the Code Napoleon as it 
stands at present. Tho revelations on the trial are ex- 
pected to be of a strangely melancholy character. 
A troupe of Spanish dancers headed by Senora Perea 
Nona, a premier tujet at Madrid, has just appeared at the 
Gymnase, and bid fair to face the heats of summer — 
should they, per adventure, happen to arrive this year, 
of which we nave as yet had little sign — with success. 
Like those that have preceded them from Spain, these 
dancers discard all the conventionalities of the Aoadcmie 
Imm'riale, displaying^ in their stead, a vigour, agility, 
aim piquant grace, in which reserve is saerified to a 
voluptuous abandon, somewhat startling even in Paris, 
which you know is not at all strait-laced m such matters. 
Mdlle. Perea Nqna is remarkably handsome; the charac- 
ter of southern beauty has indeed seldom been more per- 
fectly symbol! red than in her dark, flashing eye, raven 
hair, and finely turned limbs. When animated by tho 
dance, her excitement becomes almost a delire, and her 
bounds and pironettes at these moments exhibit an elas- 
ticity of movement quite unparalleled, and not easily de- 
scribable in plain prose ; to quote the words of tho 
poet : — 
“They iliow so much ot loveliness 
There's nothing led to fancy’s guess.” 
The applause was almost terrific, and Senora Nena was 
actually felled to the stage by one bouquet of more than 
ordinary size, which struck her on the head. The re- 
mainder of the troupe are of fair average quality, their 
style having something of nature and heartiness, an ad- 
mixture of which would not be without service at this 
artificial school of the grand opera. Their Majesties were 
present at the first representation, tho Empress having 
paid her compatriot the compliment of bringing the Em- 
peror from St. Cloud on this occasion. 
Mdlle. Rachel lias reappeared, and notwithstanding 
certain alleged toasts and contributions to a military in- 
stitution in Russia, which, if correct, were not in the best 
taste, her reception was warm for Paris. On Sunday 
she appeared in Horace ,— of all her characters the most 
pathetic, and indeed her best. She was on this occasion 
immensely and deservedly applauded. 
The new ballet at the Grand Opera, Gamma, is founded 
oil a curious tale of mesmerism, under the operation of 
which the heroine, though in love with another, is mado 
to appear, while under the mesmeric trance, in love with 
a man whom, waking, she detests. A duel, and the mar- 
riage of the real lovers, concludes the piece. This affair 
which would bo nothing without the talent of Cerito, was 
quite successful. The dreamy languor, while dancing and 
acting under tho fascinating spell, is really wonderful, 
and gives an interest to the piece, of which the libretto 
conveys not the least idea. 
There has been some racing at Versailles tins week. 
Tho first day’s business offered no feature of interest; but 
the second was enlivened by a dispute between MM. 
Aumont and Boldrick and the stewards. The constant 
rain had converted the stony-sandy soil, which the French 
will call “ the turf," into a vast sheet of mud, and for the 
principal race all the horses but two, belonging to tile 
gentlemen above-named, had boon withdrawn. After tho 
jockevs had been weighed, tho owners came to an 
arrangement to divide the stakes between them both 
horses starting, but only one being run to win. Ibis 
compromise, of course, rendered the race anything but 
bond fide, and the stewards, after a very warm altercation 
_in which decidedly unparliamentary language was used 
on both sides— decided that the race should not tako 
place. With the exception of tins unseemly quarrel, 
nothing took place worth recording. 
St. MautiN’s in the Fields Hbgatta.— The Second 
Annual Grand Rowing Mutch, for a purse of sovereigns and 
other prizes, given by subscription of ladies and gentlemen, 
will bo rowod for on Tuesday, Juno 13, 1864, by twilve 
watermen und landemon belonging to the parish ot at. 
Marti n-lli- the- Fields. The following is tho programme: — 
An oars match.— First heat at two o’clock-while, Charles 
Mnctirty. James Russell ; red, James Macorty, Joseph 
Copsey; pink, Thomas Noble, James Ruff. Io start from 
Waterloo Bridge; up round u boat moored off llto Duke of 
Buccloucli’s : down and round tho Illumes ullce fch.p ; and 
finish at the Fox-undor-tho-Hill, Adelphi. lwice round 
for one heat. Second heat at half-post three o clock-blue, 
James Dodd, Thomas Wood ; green, Emanud Ljons, 
Robert Kelly; yellow, William Goodwin, Uilham Rust. 
Tho distance tho same as tho fust heut. i ho two first boats 
in each brut to row in the third or grand heat. Grand 
heat at six o’clock. No fouling allowed. Subscription* 
will be received by William Goodwin, Henry Russell, 
collectors. F. F. Thompson has consented to uct as 
manager, 
