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The remains of Sir John Franklin's expedition have been dis-
covered. We cannot be said to receive the announcement with joy ; but there is a deep satisfaction in ascertaining the truth with regard to that devoted band,—in learning the fate of the in- dividuals that composed it, and in securing such records as they
left. They must have hoped that their countrymen would never desist from the search metal it had been completed, and all of nu are glad to know that that hope has net been frustrated. Lady Franklin's admirable obstinacy has been successful. Painful doubts which hung over many a family have been removed ; and the sacrifice of Franklin and his companions has not been en- tirely in vain, for the scientific facts which they assisted in col- lecting have been extended and corroborated.
