(Report for the second quarter of 1809.) "I have posted observers in the public grounds....

As a result of these measures, of this constant vigilance, of the care I have taken to summon before me the heads of public establishments when I have ascertained that the slightest word has been spoken, I attain the end proposed.

But I am assured that if the fear of the upper police did not restrain the disturbers, the brawlers, they would publicly express an opinion contrary to the principles of the government....

Public opinion is daily going down.

There is great misery and consternation.