The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1870-11-10

NJ Pietri, at the Castle. Upon entering ..he 50
helmshohe had TO be first announced by name to
an officer of the royal household of his Majesty
King William Of Prussia, as a branch Of this SER
vice. which has been ordered from Berlin for the
duty exercises all such functions in the castle
near the person Of Napoleon. 1t happened quite
fortunately that the Prussan gentleman then
serving was personally known to ME.
He expressed his willingness to further my
ob,e... and one of the many ichly-liveried foot
men who stood arou-r. vas o'uefea 70 appr'se W.
! .Pietr Of my presence.
NJ. Pietr received me in The wing Of the castle
saluted fully explained to him the object Of my
present visit and errand. dwelt on the advan-
tages which would most likely accrue to Bona
parte himself from the Emperor's,speakin freely
to the American people through the columns of
the HERALD, the leading newspaper organ Of their
country.
M. Pietr listened to my remarks with very
polite attention. He remained slightly reserved
In his manner, and was evidently engaged for
moment in weighing my words in his mind, as IL
Gas 1t appeared to me) to enable him to Judge of
their good faith.
FRANCES RUIN-NAPOLEON's PATRIOTISM.
At length NJ. Pietri looked satisfied. He began
to take up the conversation in o somewhat
warmer manner, dwelling on the present ode
plorable" condition of France, and adding that
$50 far as he knew or was acquainted with the
sentiments of the Emperor Napoleon, he would
willingly cede bis throne to any government
which would rule for the benefit of the country
"Alas!" said NJ. Pietri, "none can be found
possessing this quality. Ambitious generals,
lawyers and political demagogues mislead the
French people. Many of these thrust themselves
forward to the notice Of the public
and promise to France what they
never can fulfil in her behalf. They
foist their own unripe utopan notions upon the
credulous masses. The Emperor would not,
could not argue with that class of oidisan states
men and their deluded partisans Hence there
was no manifesto, no act on his part. Her Ma.
jesty the Empress was deeply grieved at the dis.
astrous chaos into which France was plunged,
and in the absence of which Prussia would have
been less intent on the dismembeYment of French
territory. Prussia, sir, shoyld not stretch the
rope too tightly. She should know and be
fully conscious that a forcible annexation of
provinces inhabited by hostile population will
remain a source of constant danger to herself
hereafter. Prussa's present plea of dcpriving
France for all time to come of the power of
attacking her is completely untenable. How
can she hope to subjugate entirely both the
body and soul of the people? Must she not
keep relentless watch, with loaded and cooked
revolver in hand, over those whom she has her
to herself? Can she dare to look away for one
instant without having a fear that the wounded
foe will spring at her throat?"
At this point the eyes Of the speaker were
cleaning fcrcely, as he accompanied his words
with energetic gestures; but he pietri) continued,
after very slight pause, thus:-"Why, sir, should
not the two natlons-France and Prussia-culti-
vate mutual friendship in a spirit of generosity
conducting to their mutual happiness? Such, sir,
assure you, is the fervent wish of his Majesty the
Emperor Napoleon, and you will hear it from his
own lips if he consents to receive you. will
speak to his Majesty in your behalf, and shall
soon bring you his answer.
PRISON LIFE OF BoNAPARTE.
Taking leave of M. Pietri again visited the
controller of the royal household. Here
gathered some information respecting the treat
ment which is extended to the imperial prisoner
by order of King William.
| proceed to state facts. Napoleon remains
| perfectly free in his everyday movements in the
choice of his companions and with regard to his
correspondence both by mail and telegraph, hav-
ing Offices for both these services fitted up for his
| special use in the castle.
When his Majesty first arrived at WheImshohe
his suite consisted of lob persons. 1t was subse-
quently reduced to fifty nine, by his own express
wish. The Emperor is at present surrounded by
General Ney, Prince de la Moskowa. Adjutant
General of his staff; General Castlenau, Count
Reile, viscount Pajol, Prince Murat, Com
mander Kepp and Count Lauriston who are com.
missioned as adjutants of the staff The frst
eouerries are Count Davillier and Counts Rain
beau and Francescini.
NJ. Pietri is private secretary to his Majesty.
His physicians are DR.. .Corvisard and DR.. Con
neau. DR.. Conneau is in London at present.
There are forty servants employed in different