The revision of the lists of Parliamentary voters is now
com- pleted, and the Tories make out a formidable statement of their successes. The Morning Chronicle, denying that the general re- sult has been unfavourable to the Whigs, has commenced a reply to a detailed account of the respective gains and losses given in Fraser's Magazine. The Downing Street journalist talks boldly; it remains to be seen what his performance will he. The apathy of the Liberals, and their want of funds, having been admitted by the Chronicle itself,—and the activity of' the Tories, with plenty of money, being undisputed,—it would be strange if the latter did not secure an advantage in the contest. The difference in the Parliamentary strength of parties is very small, and the public inattention to political subjects is undeniable : these are the circumstances which give importance to the registration. Were the Liberals in good heart, and their leaders steady and trustworthy, we should care little for the Tory majorities in the Revising Barristers' Courts, which would be swept away in the bat of a general election.
