THE PRINCE OF WALES'S TOUR.
The Prince arrived at Halifax on the 30th ultimo, and landed at noon in the presence of an immense crowd, and amid thunders of salutes from the men-of-war in the harbour. Lord Mulgrave received the Prince at the landing, and at once introduced the Mayor and Aldermen, who. came to present a municipal address. Calmly and attentively listening to the address, the Prince, "in a voice as clear and unfaltering as his mother's," pronounced his reply- " Gentlemen—I have been led to expect-that the loyalty and attachment to the British Crown which exists amongst the inhabitants of Halifax_ wAuld insure to me a kind reception in your city, but the ecene which I haveit- named this morning proves that my expectations are more than realjzed. For your welcome to myself, I feel, I assure you, sincere gratitude; but tit is still more satisfactory to me as a son and as an Englishman to witness four affectionate attachment to the Queen and the laws and institutions of our common country. Your allusion to my illustrious grandfather is also 4iost grateful to my feelings, and I rejoice to find that his memory in che • died amongst you. In your noble harbour the navies of Great Britain can ride in safety, whilst you prosecute that commercial activity, which, under their
protection, would seem destined to make Halifax one of the most important cities of, the western world, and to raise her inhabitants to high prosperity. That such may be the fate reserved for it by Providence is my very earnest hope. I request you to convey to the citizens of whom you are the repre- sentatives my cordial thanks for the greeting they have given me." Advancing a few steps and chatting with Lord Mulgrave, a fine high- kited black charger was brought to him, which he mounted with alacrity, and proved himself at home in the saddle. Accompanied by the
Duke of Newcastle and Lord Mulgrave, the Prince moved on to Go- vernment House, smiling and bowing on all sides in answer to the en- thusiastic greetings of the excited crowd.
At Government House he was conducted to the drawing-room, where the members of Legislature were introduced and presented their address, which was read by Mr. Young, the Premier of the Council. The Prince replied—
"Lam deeply touched with the warmth and cordiality with which I have been welcomed to this colony, and thank you most heartly for your address.
It will be my duty, and it certainly will be no leas a pleasure to me, to in- form her Majesty of the proof whioh you have given me of your feelings of loyalty and devotion to her Throne' and of your gratitude when these bles-
sings,. which it is her happiness to reflect, have during her reign been
bestowed upon you and so many others of her subjects in all parts of the world. Most heartily do I sympathise in the pride with which you regard the laurels won by sons of Nova Scotia, and the affection with which you
honour the memory of those who have fallen in the service of my country and yours. The monument you refer to will kindle the flame of patriotism in the breasts of those volunteers whom I have passed today, and who, in
this and the colony which I have lately quitted, are emulating the zeal and gdlant spirit which have been exhibited throughout the mother-country..
One hundred years have now elapsed since the international struggles which retarded the prosperity of this country were brought to a close. May peace and harmony amongst yourselves complete the good work which then com- menced, and increase the happiness and contentment of a loyal and united people !" In the evening the Prince dined with the Governor and a party of forty-six ladies and gentlemen. Next morning there was a review of the troops and the volunteers, and again the Prince was received with enthusiasm by an immense throng of people by whom he was cheered at every point of his progress. Passing to the Citadel, which he inspected, and lunching at Government Rouse, the Prince went to the Common to witness the rustic colonial sports. Native Indians were there dressed in their national costumes, and the tribe of Miemacs performed a war-dance before him. Out of the 7000 spectators, none more heartily enjoyed
themselves than did the Prince who laughed heartily at all the ludi- crous,incidents of the games. At night the whole town and the ships in
the harbour was illuminated; a ball was given at the Province Building, and 3000 guests were present. The Prince and his suite arrived at ten o'clock, dressed in uniform ; he gave a reception to all the guests who passed him in single file. Miss Young, the niece of the Premier, and Miss Pi1sbury, the daughter of the American Consul, were his partners in the mazy dance. Ladies whispered, as he passed them in the circle, "What a beautiful dancer !" and sly envious glances were shot at the fortunate partner of the Prince in the waltz and quadrille. A grand regatta took place on the 1st instant. The Prince left Hali- fax by rail on the 2d instant for Windsor and Haulsport on board the Styx, and was warmly received at both places. He sailed from Hauls-
port on board the Styx for St. John's, where he arrived on the morning of the 3d instant, and met a most enthusiastic reception. Two thousand
school children who were drawn up at the gate, sang the national anthem, and afterwards strewed the road with flowers. The members of the Government and several of the Legislature dined with the Prince in the evening. The whole West India squadron will accompany the Prince to Quebec.,
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