OPENING OF THE GERMAN REICHSTAG.
By Electric Telegraph.—Copyright, (per press association.) THE EMPEROR’S SPEECH. Berlin, June 25. At the opening of the Reichstag today, the Emperor William promised the introduction of legislation to afford workers further protection, and that an endeavor would be made to equalise the unhealthy social contrasts existing. The Emperor further stated that he would sternly oppose all attempts which might be made to undermine public order, and would endeavor to maintain peace abroad so far as Jay in his power. He was far from, desirous of using the army in offensive warp, and would uphold” the Austrian-Ilalian alliance, regarding it as the foundation of the European equilibrium. In concluding his speech, the Emperor said he would carefully cultivate personal friendship with the Czar and friendly relations with Russia. The speech was received with manifestations of great enthusiasm by the Reichstag. Berlin, June 26.
The ceremony at the opening of the Reichstag was conducted with great pomp. The Emperor’s speech created a favorable impression in Vienna.
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New Zealand Mail, Issue 852, 29 June 1888, Page 26
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