A telegraphic despatch from the Vienna correspondent of the Morning
Chronicle, dated today, say that "the Fronde* Blatt announces, under date of Bucharest, 4th April, that a great battle was being fought- at Ras. soya (about midway between Hirsova and Silistria, in the Dobrudscha). The result was not known. hinstapha Pasha is at the head of 50,000 men."
A telegraphic despatch frOm Berlin, dated yesterday evening, says— "The English and French Grovernmenta entirely reject the proposals of the Czar brought by Prinee George of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. "The negotiations between Austria and Prussia are not yet closed, but Prussia has joined in a protocol, signed on Monday at Vienna, between Eng- land, France, and Austria!'
The correspondents of the journals state that the autograph letter sent by the Emperor of Austria to the Emperor of the French expresses strong approval of the policy of the Western Powers ; explains how German interests have hitherto prevented Austria from acting with decision; and hinting that "at no distant period" Austria may take a decided course.
There was a great gathering of artisans in the streets of Barcelona on the 30th of last month. They were ordered to disperse ; but instead of dispersing, they pelted the soldiers. Then firing commenced, and several of the mob were killed.
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