New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1860-05-17


keener interest to the articles of substantial order
tables and chairs, as well the machinery. After
the ambassadors had come on board, amid resound-
ing salute from the Roanokes guns and the japanese
flag was fairly flying the stations OF the guests were
assigned. The occupedby the oicerS
of highest rank beginning nearest the STERN and pro-
ceeding forward by descending grade. In japanese
ship the place of honor is the bow Numerous berths
upon the upper deck assigned to the lower attend
ants some of whom, however preferred to follow the
course of their education and sleep upon the hoor
Among these men of lower rank the artists none
of whom are entitled to the second sword whichmarks
nobility.
The dinner in thecabin was attended only by two
swords men," who certainly manifested very cut-
waited appreciation Of all that came before them Their
regard for champagne, / should say, approached
sort of Devotion in which respect they WERE perhaps
not singular But what most forcibly attracted their
fancy was dish of iceeream, nodded to represent
reclining female form. This double appeal to sight
and taste had quite melting effect
The departure of the Philadelphia was deferred until
after dinner lest the rude waves of Hampton Roads
should overset the gravity of the tables or their bur-
dens As she passed by the Roanoake for the last
time the frigates shrouds manned, and parting
salute was given The steamer crossed TO Old Point,
where the guests disembarked for visit to Fortress
Monroe. They were formally received by the garri
son. and less tremendously, but more cheerfuly wei
coined by number of ladies who were waiting for
them on the pier. Bands of music again gave out har-
mony, and the heavy guns poured forth deafenlng
sautations. The Notifications, which are said to be
the largest in the United States, viewed and In
terchanges of tenderness ensued far was prct-
cable between the foreigners and the fair. Flowers be-
set the ambassadors from all sides, and interesting little
dialogues in alternate English and japanese con-
tnnay opened. AT o'clock all again collected
on board, and the Philadelphia was soon on her way
once more toward Washington.
AS she left the pier the ladies from the shore sent up
shrl cheers, and waved from distance their hand
kerchiefs The ambassadors had retired TO their state
rooms but on hearing of the demonstration, they
out TO the stern, and waved reciprocal adieux with
genuine ervor. The evening very beautiful, and
the sunset clouds were of unusual richness. The
japanese sat for long time, gazing at the receding
shore, and only withdrew when increasing darkness
dimmed the prospect.
The evening was one Of exceeding interest. The
opportunities for remarkng the general appearance
and manner Of the visitors were very great. Before
speaking Of such particulars came within obserya-
ton let give list of the officers of the delegation
which differs from those which have hitherto been pub
lshed by its accordance with the pronunciation
of the names by the japanese themselves 1t worth
while to present for once, at least whatever or
biography may be finally adopted, the japanese names
az they uttered by their owners:
S@ siI'S@ GGSi% 4 N9SP'l S1s5S
!. Moroota okat6ro i. Kdfi simahicohsjsirO.
). Naro1ss GenETo. Is. SusasAwa Sc0lero.
6 T l,ol J9ogorO I6 Messah
g. ossRsbi Tet.tsTo 49, TSaesi Toku.dro
9. Matsen6to Ssn6ou. 10 Taaiesi Owaisero
H. 1osida Sagosatemon. 20 howasaki.
The order of the above is strictly according to the
order of rank. Numbers l and the first and
second ambassadors; No. 3 is the Censor or Adviser
No. is the Officer of the Treasury; No. bears the
title of Governor, and is slightly subordinate to the
preceding; No. is the next in rank. These are all
dignaries of high position. Nos Z, g. H. and Is are
attendants, or aids to the Adviser No. 3; Nos. and
10 officers belonging TO the first and second En-
bassadors; No IL is the Imperial Interpreter; Nos -
and IL aids 10 the Treasury officer, No. A. Nos l6
H. and 90 doctors; Nos. Is and 10 Interpre-
tiers. 1t win be they have the first name.
The family name in Japan always precedes, and No.
49, little Tommy" is the adopted son of No. IS.
The princes, Simmi, of Boojsen Mooragak of
rank that could have been deputed upon this mission
They the equals IN station of the princes who
gotiated the first treaty with Commodore Perry, and
the subsequent treaties with Mr. Harris. They are
not hereditary princes, the Tycoon, temporal supe-
ror having power to send the hereditary princes
from his dominions. They belong, or have belonged
however to the Lycoon's Foreign Council of Six
Their titles have only honorary significance, since
they have no share in the Government Of the places
Whose names they bear. Semmi Boojsen no-Kami is
not the governing prince of that province in Kinsin
possibly has never been in il. And 20 with the rest.
Possibly they hold the titles by reason Of family con-
necons. The instructions which they bring from their
imperial master, Dutch copy Of which has been
translated by Mr. Porman, authorize them to
mtify the treaty of Mr.. Harris, and to ar
ange all affairs as to insure perpetual peace
and friendship between the United States and
Japan. They are admonished to keep strict watch
fulness the proprety Of the subordinate oieers
and finally directed TO make provision for the safe
return TO japan Of any Of their countrymen who may
hereafter be shipwrecked on the United States coast
The Princes of pleasant and intelligent appear
ance. The First ambassador is person of middle
age with counenance indicating dignity beyond all
afiectation, and the highest refinement The others
are of less distinguished mien, but all thoroughly
agreeable in expression. Their manner Of dress is
very similar The hair il shaved from all parts Of the
iead excepting the sides and back, from which il Is
gathered in long bands TO the crown, and there fastened
with white string leaving lock three or four inches