The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1852-03-09

tuni manner. In what other country custom mouse
in tho world would such tempting deposite have
been safe II confirms the high opinion have al
ways felt and expressed for the character Of the Span
l'srds. Let me hero add that tho conduct Of the
?. eminent, and especially the kind and feeling be-
a..a., z the Queen Of Spain to the American pri-
noonlo thew ether proof of what fine and noble
L.ss.aor :. NJ. am greatly indebted to our am
Nth Caro,;no g.. the Hon. Mr.. Barringer. Of
obtaining tho order for 3Sortions on my ACCOUNT in
NJ !. ~ =. ~ In. .u restoration Of the jewels
racter is held in Madrid. Thoss - ~. =.
to the honorable character of Spanias,. -
very ungrateful if could forget tho kina
and unceasing exertions of our ambassadol. II.
took great deal of trouble in tho matter and a.
dressed several strong and urgent memorials to the
Spanish Ministry on the subject. In fact, these
jewels have caused great excitement and some
trouble in the world, and made as much noise as tho
Prince of Orange did. But now it is all ovor-thev
are safe in my possession instead Of being buried At
Iun.
Paris is gayer than ever. have been to several
distinguished parties, and have my hands full far
several others to come. One of the most interesting
OF these was that of Dr. and Mrs. L., at their
hotel, Faubourg st. German. The following account
OF it extract from the Fashionable Bulletin. AZ I
have not time to give you the full particulars my
self
Extract from LIE Bulletin dc Parisl
Besides the official receptions which have been very
brilliant especially those of MN Tortoul and Persc-
ny where the ee of literature and the fine were
inly represented we were present at two magnificent
private soirees The first that Of DR. Lardner.
the learned author of the Encyclopedia which bears his
name DIR. Lardner has introduced among us, in tho
kaubourg st. Gcrmain custom which has boon quito
peculiar to the Americans and English hitherto viz
that Of scientific and all shades society Of all
parties have appeared at them. Side by side with
most INDUSTRIOUS inventors viz :-Deleu CHI Cheyalier
Solel Froment who, in tho vast apartments of the
learned Doctor displayed the electric light of tho solar
microscope we noticed the Prince Czor.orisk Count do
la Tour du Pin, Messrs. de Morernent Dc pEspina De
fAngc. Dc Caoner Barroche Tioplong De Jourdan De
Gorostza among others also to be tho famous
Thaiberg Girdn. Leopold Meyer, Judant. Frederic dc
Mercy. Duval lie Camus, &c. Among the ladies present
were the Princess Of Essling, Madame the Countess
Frryunet &c. &c; also observed. in the numerous
company, Prince Cmino, Prince Pignatelli Des Rows
Monthrcson &c, &c. Not only was the COMPANY enter
tanned with scientific exhibitions but also there was mu
SIC and dancing Cavello mproviscd sentimental
melodies Mile Garcia (now become Madame Leonard
sang to the great delight of the company by whom she
was much applauded. This applause was redoublcd by
the appearance of Mr.. Leonard, who performed exou
siteiy on the violin Mile Claus and Mons Savary per
piano and the other the vioonceno More than three
hundred persons were present at this brilliant soree
which VIII be succeeded by others of the same kind
The other brilliant soiee the rival Of the above which
We nave spoken Of was that Of Baron Ernouf son-naw
o. Mr. Bisnoy whom the Emperor Napoleon left as ono
of the executors Of his will and charged him with the
OF writing the history OF the diplomacy of
his reign. &c. &c.
Another delightful party, which attended last
night. was that given by the Marchioness dc Guadal-
casa. This distinguished lady is neice Of the f.
nous Ialleyrand and stands high in the great So
ciety OF Paris. She is the widow Of Spanish
grandoc, and in her youth was greatly celebrated
and admired for her wit and beauty, as she now is
for her alniable manners and high breeding. She
has delightful receptions every week, which l am
almost forced to attend, for she is quite angry with
me if once miss being there. Her husband was m
intimate friend Of Ferdinand VII. of Spain, and
shared his captivity with him under Napoleon, be-
fore he recovered his throne The weekly receptions
at Mr. Goodrichs, the American Consul, are also de-
ghtful One meets there the elite Of American society
IN Paris 1t IS an agreeable and pleasant reunion.
met there Mr.. Sears, Of Norfolk, Virginia. an Anne
rican Of fortune residing at Paris. He is perfect
gentleman; rgood specimen Of the real virginiau,
noble by nature, such as have ever found them
Mrs. Sears, his lady, is most accomplished
woman; they are we'll known here in fashions
bic society, and give splendid parties. Mr. Good
rich represents his country well he is quito
lively and interesting well as solid and instruc-
tive-one sees in him the personiGcaton of the
amable Peter Farley. His lady is charming,
lady-like person; and his daughter a sweet little
American beauty. After all, it must DO confessed
the American ladies bear away the palm for beauty
They surpass the English, and equal the French in
grace; while in complexion and delicacy Of fea-
lures, they are superior to both of them. I am
going tomorrow evening to grand entertainment
given by the BARONESS Gourgand in the most fash
ionable quarter Of Paris. 1t is to be highly distn-
guished party; you see have Us much as can at
tend to. HAB
PARIS, Feb. IL, 1852
The ATTEMPTED Assassination of the Queen of Spain
The Character Of ila-Sorses-.hopping in
Paris and Ns,g York--The aert american P,e,i-
dent.
gave you in my last all the particulars knew
at the time Of the attempted assassination of the
young Queen Of Spain. Never was indignation
more generally felt among all classes Of persons,
and all shades Of politics, than on this OCCASION l
never heard so much sympathy expressed, and in
deed the amiabe character Of this lovely and charm
ing woman, is fully deserving OF il all. Having
seen and known her so lately, the event impressed
me more than perhaps it otherwise would have
done. have met her walking on the Prada in
crowds Of people, with much familiarity and sim
piiciy Of demeanor any of our ladies walking in
Broadway. Her kind and good qualities are uni
yersally appreciated in Madrid, and think are not
unknown in the United States. She must be en-
deared to many mothers and wives there for her
generous behavior to the misguided youths who
were taken prisoners in Cuba, part Of her domin-
ions which. enticed by deceivers. they had pratt
,ally invaded She is said to have wept over let
ers addressed to her by mothers in America, pray
Dg for clemency for their sons, and she pardoned
several such letters received before she pardoncd
hem all. Even when her life in danger, and It
vas not known but that the wound might be fatal,
he enreatcd that the assassin might not be put to
lea;h on her account. II il had not been for the
bone her stsys, which arrested the point Of the
inife. the fatal instrument would hive penetrated
her bowels. This is the best arg umcnt think that
could be given in favor of staysat least for Queens