4 JUNE 1859, page 7

Scotland.

The Lord High Commissioner, Lord Mansfield, held a reception at 3Iolyrood, on the 27th. The old Palace was splendidly fitted up and adorned, and lighted with extreme brilliancy.......

Ireland.

The Government is faithful to its Irish brigade. Mr. Francis Mac- denogh, Q.C., a deserter from the Liberals, is to be Counsel to the Ex- cise, in the room of Mr. Smyly......

Epsom R&m%

Our great sporting festival has been held this week on Epsom Downs, The weather has been varied, rain and shine, but it is admitted that few Derby days have attracted more......

Furtigli Iuiir F C F/iltrs.--the Ilfoniteur Officially...

this import- tint intelligence. " Up to the present time the Emperor's Government has never considered coal as an object contraband of war, and we are able to announce that it......