We understand that Earl Spencer and the Duke of Richmond
had an interview in London, a few days ago, in consequence of overtures which had been made to them to join the Ministry ; when, after mature deliberation, both these noblemen declined acceding to the ploposal.— Brighton Gazette.
The Ministerial papers have put forth a tardy contradiction of the statement that the Queen sent an autograph letter to Lord Durham, beseeching him to remain in Canada. It was not, however, till it was ascertained that the attempt, if made, was fruitless, that the story was declared untrue. It would not sound prettily for a Queen to sue to a subject and be refused. As for any delicacy on the part of Ministers about using her Majesty's name for this or any other purpose, it is not to be thought of. The Dublin Pilot says that the Queen's letter was to Lady Durham.
We believe we may now state, that there is no longer any doubt of the return of Lord Durham. We have seen letters from Canada which speak positively of his intention to leave Quebec (to proceed through the United States) on the 20th of October. In all probability, he will be in London, as he himself announced, in January.-31orning Chronicle.
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