3 JULY 1852, Page 2

France, like England, has this week had a Parliamentary proro-

gation, though not as preparatory to a general election. The parting 'address of the President to his legislators is bland and conciliatory; but M. Bonaparte is never so smooth-spoken as when he is brooding mischief. The outbreak of old Parliamentary habits which marled the close of the legislative session will neither be forgotten nor forgiven. The representatives celebrated the termination of their easy labours by a banquet, at which no speeches were made, and only one toast was given—the health of the President.