The Emperor of Germany visited Frankfort on December He was
exceedingly well received—a fact of importance, as the Free City long felt sullen at the loss of its autonomy— and at a banquet in the evening made the following im- pressive speech :—" My whole striving, my whole labour," said his Majesty, " is directed to this—that I may see my country great, powerful, and respected. Inspired by this resolution I ascended the throne, and in this thought I live. I have to-day convinced myself what fruits were brought to maturity in the years during which may predecessors suc- ceeded in preserving peace ; and if it please God, my endea- vours to the same end shall likewise be crowned with equal success." The two words we have italicised are very note- worthy. The Emperor evidently means to say that the demeanour of Frankfort to-day, as contrasted with its former demeanour, shows that peace is invaluable in order to con- solidate the results of war. That is a most healthy sentiment for the master of a million of soldiers to entertain.
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