5 OCTOBER 1861, Page 3

5.54. — The Prussians are still exclusively occupied with the visit of

the King to the Emperor Napoleon, with the coming corona- tion, and with subscriptions for the German fleet, a project vebe mently opposed by the Kin of Hanover. According to the German papers the King visits the Emperor in order to improve his relations with France. Elaborate preparations are making iu Kiinigsberg, and the application for patents of nobility are beyond all precedent. It is asserted, however, that a distinct plan has been drawn up for a large increase to the numbers of the Upper House.