The New York herald., 1866-09-04

tine; our reachers-the Americans captans Murray,
Beaumont and the officers OF their commands to Cen
era Totleben, by Captain Murray; and by the gallant
general TO rhe Defenders of Sevastopo and the econ
querers OF sinopen
Many volunteer toasts we're drank with all the honors
the speeches as becometh all postpranda oratorcal
enorta were brief and the point After this part Of
the programme was completed many Of the older officers
retired, and ihe room was cleared for dancea stag
dance
AN ELEVATED COMPLIMENT.
me scene tnen became particularly lively. Almost
an OF us were honored by tossing in air at the hands OF
the Russian ofcers-a mark Of honor OF the highest
character, but not generally comfortable one The
derfuly amusing and novel Some OF our officers in
dnged IN II and introduced few Sioux steps, which
our hosts confessed were worthy OF imitation. The
evening was particularly jolly The reception could not
ne exceeded in hospitality, cordiality and perfectly
friendly feelings. II will long be remembered by all
OF us.
Our hosts were determined TO outdo the grandest
American dinners, and am not prepared to say they
did not succeed. Delmonico would be troubled 70
excel II.
THE MUNICIPAL aASouEr
On the following day we dined with the municipal
authorities Of Cronstadt The dinner was admirable in
every way. About two hundred and fifty sat at the
table There music. magnificent floral decorations
and elegant ornaments of every kind The bill OF fare
a marvel Of promises OF the most delicate and the
richest dishes which Europe can Afford and tho promises
were than fulfilled. regret that have not the
at hand TO send a copy, because / should
like TO show your readers that Russia produce every
thing that epicure could desire As at the previous
dinner the wines of the choicest vintage and OF the
greatest variety Ten thousand dollars expended
on this magnificent affair.
The usual toasts drunk and responded TO, the
guests not being forgotten His honor the Mayor, Mr..
Stepenow, presided aud made some excellent and
dyrpos remarks, which were Immensely well received.
Tho room was hung with pictures, among which were
those OF Washington Lincoln, Johnson and OF AIexan
der H.. Peter the Great and others The flags OF both
nations were conspicuousy entwned together sugges-
two OF the close and friendly bonds that have
a time joined Russia to the United States. Speeches
were also made breathing the friendly sentiments
as in the naval club ana expressing conGdng faith In
Ia hat i'm in I'll GuVl.
pahy the two great nations Of the East and West This
dinner spoke the feelings of the commercial classes
the previou had expressed those Of the government
After the dinner a occurred which made deep
impression on all who had the pleasure OF witnessing
An immense crowd had assembled in the street. oppo.
site the municipal palace 10 the guests OF the city
and pay their respects to them The dinner being
they made loud calls for Mr. Fox and the American off,
Gers who, appearing at the windows, hailed by
thundors OF cheers and every possible demonstration OF
pleasure and satisfaction
THE NEW NOBLE AND MR. FOX
Presently Kommssarrow, the young man who had re-
Gently saved the Emperors life and who had been one
q the honored guests at the dinner appeared and
arm with Mr.. Fox at OF the windows and bowed 10
thusiastlc shout that went up was thrilling Tho crowd
was Wild with enthusiasm. and cheered and cheered
again.
Mr. Fox to show the feeling OF the Americans placed
upon the young noboman's head bouquet OF flowers.
The act recognized by terrific cheers No such
thusiasm had ever before been exhibited in Cronstadt
The people were wild with excitement and II some
time before Kommissarrow and Mr. Fox could leave the
window SO deaiening the cries. The had q
very happy effect on our friends.
On the day Of the presentation to the Emperor al
Peterhon, Mr.. Fox, after he had accomplished that
agreeable duty, proceeded to
and paid his respects 10 him. Mr. Fox said that he had
come to express to him his personal respects and
grauate him in the name Of all the people Of the United
States for having been, through Providence the
OF saving whose existence is DEAR not only to
Russia, but to humanity in general These words were
translated by Monsieur Abaza. Afterwards Mr. Fox,
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by the hand the latter being vsbly affected by the
He promised TO send his photograph TO the gentlemen,
through NJ Abaza his profound gratitude his friends
OF the other hemisphere for their kind words.
The event had very gratifying influence all en-
gaged in it
A TOUR or INSPECTION
Yesterday some OF our officers visited tho arsenal,
citadel navy yards and docks thoroughly inspected
them They speak in the highest OF the magnn-
and solidy OF all the public works at this great
naval depot OF Russia They were shown everything Of
interest and were greatly delighted TO some splendid
fifteen inch guns similar in general details 10 guns
which Russia has recently produced for her ronclads
Huge piles OF Hfeennch solid shot and shell lying
about gave satisfactory evidence that Russia s prepared
for any contingency Her scientific ordnance officers
after an exhaustive exper mental research, have arrived
at the same conclusions we have reached the United
States.
And shall not be guilty Of cxaggcrtion when say
that Russia has her disposal ordnance that will sink
any iron clad In Europe.
Under the emncny wise and sagacious reign OF Alex
ander H., Russia up In the standard OF ordnance
immensely gratifying TO notice this great fact because
have what other nations have done.
Let another war break out and Russia will leave her
mark notwithstanding the boasts OF England and Franc,
that they the right and successful path Wherf
there " much energy, ability and scientific skill
joined with design 10 have the best in everything, nc
matter from what derived you may reasonably
expect find the best results when occasion develops
them. We surprised and graded at the evidences
OF Russian progress. We them every hand, and
We convinced that when the grand day Of conflict
the Russian flag will float yictorously over the
seas.
THE PUBLIC NarrurIoSs.
In future letter desire say something OF the hos.
pals and the scientific institutions of Cronsiadi They
well worthy Of mention The Compass Observatory
hore Is something entirely unique and OF immense
value. shall give some account OF y at The very hrs
available opportunity.
THE IMPERIAL COMMISSION CONTINENT
The commission appointed by the Emperor TO take
charge OF the American officers here is "a foowsVlcs
Admiral g. q Lesovsky, Vice Governor Of Cronstadt
Commodore VI. r. Fedorofsky Commander " r Koltov.
skev, Lieufenants H. C. Tenbeck, A. ~ Lemann, Y. y.
Doornovo, ". A. RlcachoT n. y. Nasmor, p. G. Konp.
fer: Sub Lieutenant s. 7 PaltoT, Engineer p Vers
These gentlemen, representing every branch Of tho
Russian naval service have party In fun charge
saying much TO assert that better select
could be made from the navy 20 perform the ardnous
duties they are assigned TO- They extremely cordial
and attentive and always ready 20 do everything In
their power 10 further wishes The gallant Admiral
is too well known tho United States require the
slightest notice at my hands His Is sufficient.
He unwearicd In his efforts 20 show everything q
be seen and 20 make soiourn delightful ~ pos
sibe Each and every u his subordinate sfcefs heartily
unes with him carrying out his hospitabe Intentions
We have reason to congratulate ourselves IN hay
ing fallen into such excellent hands
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The programme NJ present laid out comprchends de
lghtfui trr 70 Moscow, where princely hospitality u
proverhal and subsequently 70 the famous town Ngu
Novgorod, where The celebrated Fair y held 20 whct
merchants of tie East bring their goods overland
II will be an interesting visit