As is usual in all councils, the extreme party has gained the ascendancy.

But the programme of the Ultras of the "ins" falls far short of that of the Ultras of the "outs." The latter are continually referring to '93, and as the Committee of Public Safety then saved France, they are unable to understand why the same organisation should not save it now.

Their leaders demand a Commune, because they hope to be among its members.

The masses support them, because they sincerely believe that in the election of a Commune Paris will find her safety.

The Government is accused of a want of energy.