Austria fears the consequences of Prussia's triumph, and aims at the formation of a League to maintain the political equilibrium. Turkey has called out its reserves. The Scandinavian States have declared a neutrality; Denmark was powerfully tempted. The publication of a recent treaty by telegraph destroyed all friendly feeling towards France. The country is completely armed, and the people express their gratitude to England for its influence. England's attitude continues strictly neutral, but a treaty ib concluded with the belligerents, providing that if either army violatts telegram neutrality, Britain will cooperate will the other in defence of Belgium. The treaty is in force for the year, and is signed by France and Prussia, and approved by Austria and Russia. Two millions have been voted for the English army and navy, and twenty thousand men voted for the former. Recruiting proceeds briskly. The arsenals are busy, and the artillery is being made up to the full strength. The navy is considered in a high state of efficiency. The army reserves are very reduced. The Prince Imperial is at Namur.
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Hawke's Bay Times, Volume 16, Issue 838, 11 October 1870, Page 3
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178Untitled Hawke's Bay Times, Volume 16, Issue 838, 11 October 1870, Page 3
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