13 AUGUST 1859, Page 10

A telegraphic "official despatch" from Florence, dated August 11, states

" the Ministers and deputies went this morning to the cathedral to implore heavenly benediction.

"They were cheered at the opening of the assembly. A great number of the popnlation were present. The opening message of Signor Ricasoli was much applauded. The assembly was occupied with the examination of the elections of the members. The whole town is covered with pla- cards, ending with the words :—` Viva Vittore Emmanele it notre R6.' "