The New York herald., 1870-01-02


other subjects, light a. air. Nobody seemed 70 bs IN
the hum0r for heavy business, and It's Introduction
was tabooed The representative OF the Regent OF
Spain met the representative OF his Imperial High
ness the Emperor OF the French with as bland
smile as If both countries were in state Of perfect
peace aud security. Her Britannia Majesty's Minis
ter hobno0bed with the representative OF the Car
OF all the kusslas freely a. II there had never
been Crtinean war. Everybody felt IN good humor
and general enjoyment was the order of the DAY.
Governor Fish never looked better; his lady and
their charming daughter added to the pleasure Of
the numerous visitors. In their capacious dining
room gooo cheer was dispensed after the old fash
ioned knickerbocker style 10 all VINO chose 20 par
take. "a happy New Year: many returns,n were
the greetings of the host and hostess their
visitors.
Secretary BOutyvelps Reception.
The residence Of Secretary Boutwell,, as might no
expected, the rallying point Of the New England
ers In their own plain way the Secretary and Mrs.
Boutwell,, assisted by Miss Boutwell,, welcomed all
who came. There was no great display and no
freshments, but the Secretary's cordial manner OF
receiving his visitors compensated for the lack OF
these He had something pleasant to say to every
body, and there was . noticeable absence Of any
thing ike putting on airs. Boutwell, has not had his
head turned by his elevation to the Cabinet; 10 his
oiu ITichuS ne Ii lie S8Ho now ~ Wucu ne WhA y
Member OF the House. Being the favorite In the
Cabinet with the Members or the House OF course
all Of them who were In town made 10 point call
upon HIM. There was goodly number OF Senators,
also fair sprinking OF diplomats, officers Of the
army and navy and all the Treasury Department
officials and employees.
Reception by Secretary Belknap.
The vicinity OF the mansion now occupied by Sec
retary OF War Belknap was the scene OF u curious
conglomerauon OF gay equipages, liveries, hacks,
vehicles OF different styles and descriptions. The
brusque secretary and his handsome lady received
IN true Western style. There was an air Of hearti-
ness and hospitality about the manner IN which
everybody was met and welcomed, which made you
feel AT home. The Secretary and Mrs. Belknap were
assisted by Two daughters OF Mr.. Justice Swayns.
Whenever ne could get an opportunity the Secretary
would proceed to the back parlor where the refresh
ments were, to see that nobody was being over.
looked or neglected. ''Come and see US again,n he
would shout as some old friend took his departure;
always glad To see you."
The Bachelor of the Navy Departments Re-
ceives.
Secretary Robeson the jolly bachelor who at tho
head Of the Navy Department, was not behind any
OF his Cabinet colleagues IN the heartiness w,.n
which he received his friends. The Secrets1y has
recently moved into his new residence on street,
which has been furnished and fitted up IN handsome
STYLE He received all alone but his beamng codn-
tenance and genial affabe manners made up for the
absence Of a parner. 1t was like going into the
house Of a lifelong friend to call upon Robson.
Whatever might be said OF New Jersey In other re-
spects she certainly nh no cause be ashamed OF
the contribution she mas made to Grants Cabnet.
more whole-soued, jolly fellow could scarcely be
found. You may be sure there were few,
II any, longfaced s0urvisaged people In Secretary
Robeson's palatal saloons to-day. II man felt m
bad humor when he entered he must have been very
dyspepuc II he did not get rio % 1t Immediately on
seeing the good natured, smiling face OF the Secre
tary. In the parlor was table furnished with
al the delicaces Of the season. served Ia W0rmey's
best style. There something to suit everybody's
taste. Robson, like Beknap, was anxious that no
person should go away empty or dissatisfied. When
ever ne could get a chance he would run into the
refreshment room and insist upon mis- guests taking
something more. People went away loud To their
praises of the secretary OF the Navy and everybody
protested that Jersey was state in the Union.
Reception by the Postmaster General.
Postmaster General ard Mrs. Creswel assisted
by Miss Chandler, daughter Of the Michigan Senator,
and Miss Mcintyre, sister Of Mrs. Creswel received
At their residence and dispensed Hospitality to all
callers. The heads OF the bureaus and emnloyep Of
the Post once Department were out in fun Iorce to
pay their respects to their CHEF
At the Residence Of MIR. Cox.
Secretary Cox received his friends at his resi-
dence. Mrs. Cox and daughter and lady friend
from Cincinnati assisted in doing the honors OF this
hospitable home. A nne and tempting display OF
refreshments we're at hand, and generally very
| favorably considered.
| Al Chief Justice Chns1,s, Admiral POrtcrSs snd
Efsewhs>e.
Next door to Postmaster General Creswell's rest
dence is that OF Chief Justice Chase. People went
out OF the house into the other. The CSlef Jds
tlce received assisted by his daughter, Miss Nettia
Chase with all the ease and dignity for which he ID
| famous.
] mrs Admiral Porter was at home though her gal
liant husband was out calling. She received her own
friends and those OF the Admiral and their ID
! legion, with an ease and grace which made every
one feel welcome. There was abundance OF refresh
! ments for all who wished them.
Mrs. ]. G. Bancroft Davis assisted by couple OF
! lady friends received visitors while the Assistant
Secretary Of State was out calling upon the digni
| tares OF state and his friends generally. Among
the callers upon Mrs Davis were large number el
the members OF the diplomatic corps.
| General Shcrman's residence from noon until
three O'Clock was the objective Of general change
| OF four wheeled vehicles and pedestrians The
General acted the hosptaDle host in fine style. lie
! has reputation for frigidity OF manner, bnt was
| particularly mellow on this occasion. A cavalry
orderly announced the names OF callers and ushered
| them into the parlor, where the General received
| them and introduced them to Mrs. Sherman ana the
| ladies assisting in the reception. m elegantly
spread table abandantly supplied with cakes. ice.
and confections occupied the dniAg room and was
! well patronized.
JOHN CHlNANAy.