HL Deb 29 June 1897 vol 50 c685
THE LORD CHANCELLOR

I have also to acquaint your Lordships that I have received from the Vice President of the Italian Senate a telegram which has evidently been delayed in transmission, and was intended to reach this House on the 22nd. The telegram I conceive to be in the following terms:— The Senate of the Kingdom of Italy have resolved to convey to your Excellency their sentiments of deep respect and high admiration with which they associate themselves with the wishes of the great and noble British nation for the welfare of their glorious Queen on the occasion of the completion of the 60th year of a reign immortalised by progress in civilisation and benefits conferred on humanity.