London, 9th August.
A canvass of the Democratic caucus in the Senate yesterday indicates that the Silver men are strong enough to prevent the repeal of the Sherman Act, unless a substitute is introduced.
The Silver Democrats in the House of Representatives have agreed to oppose the repeal of the Sherman Act unless it is replaced by one for Free Coinage, and it was resolved to appoint a committee to draft a Free Coinage Bill.
FRANCE AND SIAM, Bangkok, 4th August, 7.50 a.m, The blockade has been raised, Siam having. agreed to the French conditions.
The French Consul informs us (Daily Press) that Rear-Admiral Humann telegraphs from Bangkok, Sed August, 11.26 p.m., that the blockade of the Siam const was raised on Thursday.—Daily Press.
CxCLONE IN TrALY, Madrid, 21st July, A cyclone passed over Italy, which caused a great loss of life, besides immense destruction to property.
28th July.
Germany and England have protested against the blockade of Siam by Franc France, supported by Russia, rest outside interference and has taken po sion of the fort of Danson and the islands in the Gulf of Siam, ENGLAND AND THE SOLOMON ISLANDS, England has taken possession of the Solomon Islands,—Manila papers, The Consul-General of France received the following telegram, dated on Wednesday, from Admiral Humann The French Government having obtained satisfaction on every point, the blockade of Siam has been raised, and diplomatic relations have been reopened. The French Minister returns to Baugkok. As soon as the occupation of Chantaboon is assured, the French squadron will return without delay to the China coast, calling at Sxigon on the way.
Reapixos ror THE Week.
(Thermometers in the open air in a shaded situation in the English Settlement.) 1893,
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