Heligoland

Berlín, Aug. 12. - In his proclamation upon the formal taking over by Germauy oí the Islandof Heligoland Sunday, Emperor William says he welcomes the reunión of the island with the fatherhood. He promises proteution and the utmost care for the inhabitants and their rights. The proclamation further says that the local laws and customs will as far as possible remain unaltered and concludes: "The retention of the faith of your fathers and the care of your church and schools will have my earnest attention."