The mind of France is still absorbed in the visit
of the Czar. It is believed, without, we think, quite sufficient evidence, that the Czarina will accompany him, and Paris is wild that the Imperial couple should visit her, if only for two days. The soldiers accept the presence of " the greatest of Sovereigns" at their manoeuvres as a grand compliment, and even the - Nationalists confine themselves to arguments that
the honour paid is to France and not to the Republic. Pre- parations of the most costly character are being made at Compiegne, which will be the Czar's headquarters, and the police will be almost disorganised by the arrangements to protect his person. Every line which he passes over will be specially guarded by soldiers, all known Anarchists will be banished or detained under lock and key, and all unknown Italians will be placed under surveillance. The Czar does not arrive at Dunkirk till September 17th, after seeing the German Emperor at Fredensborg, but already there are signs of a delirium of joy. One good consequence of the visit is already apparent; it has increased the personal popularity of M. Loubet.
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