From Europe.
the Prince de Joinville's views of the battles before Richmond — Sailing of the Anglo-Confederate steamers for Nassau — pursuit of one of them by the Tuscarora, &c.
The Canadian Screw Steamship Company's steamer Jura, which left Liverpool on the 31st of July, passed Cape Race on the afternoon of the 8th inst. Her dates are five days later than those brought by the Arabia. The following summary of news, briefly adverted to yesterday, will be found interesting:
‘ The steamer Merrimac, heavily laden with ammunition and stores for the rebels, which has been lying in Plymouth Sound since the 7th of June, hastily put to sea on the 29th of July, bound for Nassau via Madeira. On the night of the 20th the United States frigate Tuscarora suddenly quitted Southampton, and her departure excited considerable interest, under the belief that she was in chase of the Merrimac. Large amounts are insured at Lloyd's upon the Merrimac, and great anxiety is felt for news of the future movements of the two vessels.
’ The London Daily Telegraph publishes extracts from letters addressed by the Prince de Joinville to his brother, the Duc d' Aumale, giving an account of the retreat of Gen. McClellan's army to the James river, written June 27. The Prince shows the causes which compelled Gen. McClellan to undertake the movement. On the previous day it was suddenly announced that Jackson was about to act on McClellan's rear, and that Beauregard had arrived at Richmond. The Prince says that all that greatly complicated our situation, and it was then and there determined to take up a new base of operation upon the James river, under the protection of the gunboats. He describes the part he took in arresting the panic among the Union troops, and says, ‘"Your Prince and his nephews were more than once under a most violent fire of musketry and artillery, and acted with distinguished bravery."’
The London Times, in commenting on the confiscation bill, says:
‘ "Happily, it is certain that no ruler will ever dare to put in force this scandalous law. It will only remain a monument of infamy to those who passed it, and be ranked hereafter with the attempted destruction of Charleston harbor and with the savage vagaries of Gen. Butler.
’ The Paris correspondent of the London Times believes the American question occupies the most serious attention of Napoleon, and that a Council of Ministers had been held upon it. He would not be surprised if that matter were laid before the English Government in a still more pressing manner, with a view of a speedy solution. He urges that the movement must be speedy, too. Our mission would be of effect in view of the possible re-election of the present Congress. He says:
‘ "I do not pretend to say whether the movement will be followed by any immediate effect; whether France will take the lead, with the expectation that England cannot do otherwise than follow; or whether both will at the same time. I only know that France is convinced that the present moment is the most opportune for united action."
’ He insinuates that Lincoln and some of his advisers would not object to some gentle pressure.
The London Times editorially continues to point out the Union prospects as more gloomy; but the London News combats such views and speaks of Northern policy with continued confidence.
Most of the London journals allude to the financial crisis in America, and reiterate their strictures upon the false financial policy of the Government. Even the Star charges the Washington Cabinet with the most deplorable ignorance of true economy.
The London Times argues that if the position had been reversed, the Americans would never have recognized the blockade as England had done, but would have broken it under a plea of self preservation.
Some of the journals attack Archbishop Hughes for certain revolutionary remarks which he made in a speech in Dublin.
The London Times' city article draws attention to the fact that, within a short period, United States fives have fallen from 80 to 63 and 65, being the lowest point ever touched.
In the House of Commons, on the 30th, the bill providing for raising funds for the relief of the distressed in manufacturing districts, by means of a vote in aid, was again discussed. An amendment was proposed enabling the Guard of Unions to raise loans on the security of parish rates. Government opposed the motion; but it was carried--95 to 88--and the bill was recommitted.
It is semi-officially notified that the Queen and the younger members of the royal family will, on the 1st of September, proceed to Belgium for a short visit to the King. Thence they will proceed to Castle Reinhardtsfrunn, near Gotha, the property of the Grand Duke Saxe Coburg Gotha, the Queen's brother-in-law, where they will remain some time in strict seclusion, and be joined by the Prince of Wales. The Queen will travel incog, with the Duchess of Lancaster.
Gold continues to flow into the bank in large quantities, and the money market is very easy.--Good bills are quoted at 1¾.
France.
It is reported that on the 15th of August, the Napoleon fete day, the Emperor intends to issue a manifesto, in which he will allude to the great questions of the day.The Paris Bourse, on the 30th, was heavy and lower. Rentes closed at 68f. 60
M. Roucher has been entrusted, ad interim, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Italy.
The accounts of Garibaldi's visit to Marsala record an extraordinary scene of patriotic excitement. Garibaldi, in the course of his speech, several times made use of the phrase ‘"Rome or death,"’ to which the people responded each time, ‘"Yes, Rome or death!"’ He spoke in violent terms of Napoleon, and said ‘"We have given Nice and Savoy, and he wishes for something more. Yes, I know he has one Prince ready for Rome and another for Naples."’At the banquet at Palermo, in honor of Marquis Palleracini, Garibaldi proposed a toast, concluding with the words, ‘"Rome or death; but at Rome, with Victor Emanuel at our head."’
Commercial.
| Fair. | Middling. | |
| Orleans | 19 | 18¼ |
| Mobile | 18¾ | 18½ |
| Uplands | 18¼ | 18½ |
The total stock of cotton in port is estimated at 161,000 bales, inclusive of 37,000 bales of American.
Breadstuffs.--The breadstuffs market is quiet and steady. Wheat is dull and easier.
Provisions.--The provision market is still inactive.
London, August 1.--Consols closed at 94@94½ for money.
American stocks are steady. Illinois Central 50 discount; Eric, 21.
The bullion in the Bank of England has increased £387,000 since the last weekly report.
