Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-11-19
From the National lnelIigencer
NJ KOSSUTH AND THE OFFICERS OF THE
FRIGATE MISSISSIPPI
REMAINDER TOMORROW

fhlGAlE MISSISSIPPI.
The editor of the New York Times gives the fol-
lowing explicit statement OF an interview between
himself and the officers Of the Mississippi, ia contra
dcuon OF certain stories censurng the conduct OF
kossuth while on board that vessel:
The ssiss ppi arrived at this port yesterday morn
ing, and now lies at the Navy Yard. We paid her a
visit during the day. for the express purpose OF
tanning from her officers the truth fasehood Of the
statements which have been circulated in this coun-
try upon that subj ct. Their style OF comment was
emphatic rather than complimentary. They did not
hesitate to brand every OF them, which assert d or
implied anything derogatory to kossuth, any thing
like difference between him and the officers of the
MISSISSIPPI as deliberate aorlcations, for which not
even the shadow of foundation had ever existed.
The officers had instructions from the Navy De-
parment to treat Kossuth not only the guest Of tie
nation, but the recipient of their hospitality also
From the moment he came on board at Constantine
pie until he lett the vessel at Gibraltar but the
most friendly feelings prevailed between him and ev-
cry officer on board. He made demand to be Ian
ded anywhere nor did he request suggest that the
vessel should touch at any or the Mediterranean
for the purpose OF enabling him to ''make demon
stratlon or for any other other purpose whatever -
The irgate had positive orders TO oacna Smyrna and
at Spezzia both those places numbers of the nhab.
ltans came to see Kossuth and at both he greet
ed with applause But he did nothing but return his
thanks for these demonstrations of respect, and said
nothing which could possibly be tortured into an at
tempt TO stir up disafiection
He suggested to Capt. Long that he should leave the
vessel at Marseles cross France with his family to
England, and, leaving his children there, meet the
Mississippi at Gibraltar 1t was suggested the best
means OF accomplishing desirable Objects and reach
| ing the United States at the earliest moment Capt.
Long at once expressed not only willingness, but an
earnest desire, to aid him in his object, and stopped
al Marseilles tor that purpose Here Kossuh learned
nat would be necessary to obtain the consent of the
| French Government; and all know. that consent
was refused. The people of Marseilles Were greatly
| morthed at this refusal, and made spontaneous de-
monstratons of their respect for Kossuth and their
Indignation at the treatment he had received.
. The incident created good deal OF excitement, and
| an Irnn cpIt If
hope that nothing might be done to compromise The
American flag. Kossuth heard of this remark and
Immediately expressed the greatest anxiety lest the
flag should be involved or the feelings of the officers
OF the ship wounded, by any thing that might take
place He did nothing to increase, but all he could to
allay, the excitement. Capt Long did not Gas it has
writing his letter to the people Of Marsellles nor was
there the least dispute or difference between them,
this or any other occasion The statements that have
been made upon this polnt and which have received
wide credence here, are utterly untrue
Nor is it true tlaG Kossuth ''desered'' the vessel at
Gibraltar. Capt Long offered to remain there uRti
his return from Misunderstanding with him entire
ly as to the proprety and necessity of his going hh
err, anxious to do every thing he could aid him, and
deslrous. at the same time of bringing him to the Uni
ted States. But on consultation it was deemed adyl.
sable to pursue different course; and that course was
taken by mutual arrangement. So far from there be-
Ing the slightest lleeling between them Kossuth took
leave of Capt Long, and of all the officers and
of the Mississippi, with the utmost Warmth of feeling
declaring each his regret being obliged to leave
and expressing the hope of soon meeting them again
upon the happy shores of the United States Madame
kossuth an their children, well kossuth him
self, were affected to tears at The separation.
Since the above was in type (says the lnlegencer>
we have been authorized to publish the following
tracts, being the concluding paagraphs OF letter from
Gen. Kossuih, add essed to Capt Jonn G. Long, COM
manding the u S. steam irgate Mississippi, TO show
that the kndes feelings and friendly regard existed
the part OF the former towards Capt. Long and the
ofcers under his command at the time OF his leaving
the Mississippi at Gibaa". Capt Long states that he
Is entirely unconscious that any other than the kindes
feeiLng and courtesy were extended to General Kos
sulh while on board the frigate. The letter is dated
~. S. Steam Frigate Mississippi, Bay of Gibraltar
Oct. 49, 1851" Alter explaining the difficulties in the
p 10 time to permit her to reach New York before the
setting in of incl emen weather, and his unwlingness
to subject the officers and crew to theincopveniences
consequent upon delay Tor him, Cen Kossuh adds
| 80 have but one favor yet to claim, aud that is
that you may be pleased to accept for yourself as we'll
as tor the officers and of this ship The most sin
cere EXPRESSION OF my warmest thanks, for the noble
kind, and generous affection | was honored with on
board this ship The remembrance of it will be a
lasting treasure to my heart, and will cherish it
'ar gut oil The Almighty. may meet whatever fate,
throughout my temptest-tossed life | hope to meet
you soon again. on the happy shores OF your glorious
| lana. Let me hope that you, and all who have the
honor to do service to their country under your
mand on board the Mississippi rgate will bear to me
a KIND remembrance, and the same highmnded affec
ton they honored me with from the first moment
bowed with deep respect before the glorious flag OF
your snip, and et free once more, because protected
by 1t, and surrounded by your gallant, loyal, true
American hearts
"May the blessings of God, and glory and happi-
ness, attend you wherever you go
| Please to communicate this, my warm wishes and
sentiments. to the undetermined gallant officers and to
the crew OF the ship KOSSUfH."
! BISHOP JoHNs' VIsIr.-Upon Wednesday and Thurs
day last, the 18Th and 18th instant, the Rt Rev, John
Johns, d. D. Assistant Bishop Of the Diocese of Viz
gina, accompanied by several ministers from neigh
bcrng parishes held services in the Protestant Ep
pal Church OF his place, The Bishop delivered two
of his peculiarly happy and eloquent sermons during
his stay. upou Thursday morning, after the Bishops
discourse, the solemn and imposing rite of confirmation
the presence OF an exceedingly full and attentive con
L enatin Dim henioier