3 JUNE 1848, Page 11

This startling report is conveyed by the electric telegraph— "Dublin,

Friday evening. "The Irish Confederation have published an address signed by Smith O'Brien, declaring that the period is rapidly approaching when armed resistance to the oppression of his country will become a sacred obligation, and advising to prepare at once for the protection of their invaded liberties. The address adds, Learn to contemplate calmly and firmly the chances of a final struggle, and prepare for that struggle.'"