The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1872-07-21


rage and made that vicious assault on me in great
part because would not admire his sbortive dip
lomatic ofYsprtng. The poor child il yet alive,
thanks to the supplemental c0rdals that have been
administered It without stint -,
BUT. OH. WHAT LEGS
and how many direct AZ well as indirect deformi
ties. But let US talk about something else. You
travelled through Russia with General Sherman,
did you not Can You tell me how he liked his re-
ception there and whether he was pleased with his
travels
CORRESPONDENT think i can assure you that
he was very well pleased not only by the way in
which he was received, but by the general aspect of
the country and the character OF the people, In
whom he finds many points Of resemblance with
Americans.
4. N. DE CATAcAzY-T look upon General Sherman
as being truly great and good man. though, IN
like Grant, think he has too much good sense to
ever aspire to the Presidency.
CONSEQUENTLY the way, Mr.. Catacazy, who
do you think win be our next PRESIDENT
THE LITTLE ABsOLUrIsr ON REPuBLIcANIsM.
M. DE CATACAzY-Not Grant, in any case. have
too much confidence In the good sense and sagacity
Of the American people to believe they will retain
him there one moment longer than the 4th
Of next March. take 1t for granted
they have had enough OF military rule,
and that they begin to see the
inexpediency and danger of the twO-term system.
II is contrary to republican principles and turns
the republic into q modified monarchy with all Of
its defects and none Of Its advantages. Besides,
Grant is essentially despot There is probably
not q monarch In Europe-and speak rom per-
s0nal observation-who is personally more tyran-
meal and despotic than President Grant, OF one who
takes less account OF public opinion. European
desp0ts endeavor, far as possible to hide their
claws, and only use them when necessary. Your
great American despot uses his ruthlessy, and very
often without reason.
CATACAzY ON HYPOCRISY.
Hypocrisy, it has been said, is the tribute paid by
vice to virtue. Grant does not even pay that, but
naunts his corruption and shame in the very faces
of the people.
CoRREsPONDENT-Are you personally acquainted
with Mr. Greeley
M. DE CATACAzY-Certainly and fully appreciate
his merits. better man might have been selected
but he is great, popular and honest, which latter
quality is one much needed In American politicians
HE REMINDS NE OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
q good deal in varied extent of knowledge firm
ness of principle anu the almost child-like sim
plicity of heart
CORRESPONDENTS I understand you, then, M.
Catacazy, you do not intend to tamely sit down
under the aspersions OF Mr.. Fish, and that when
you are ready for your revenge We shall hear from
your
HOW HE'LL EAT FISH.
M DE CATACAzY-Revenge, says the Italian pro-
verb, is good dish, but 1t should be eaten cold.
CORREsPONDENT-Just 80. You intend to eat Mr..
Fish in the shape Of mayonaise.
M. DE CArACAZY Qaughing)-lH ce sera delicteur.
here asked II could have the pleasure of seeing
Madame Catacazy, as should be glad to make her
acquaintance
Certainly" he replied and moment afterwards
conducted me into an elegantly furnished salon
tthe foregoing conversation had been held in his
study, adorned with some good pictures; among
others IL very fine portrait Of Madame Catacazy,
painted by some Russian artist. She soon came In
attired in an elegant French peignor, her
MASSES OF RICH GOLDEN HAIR
bound around her head in heavy braids, looking,
must say, very handsome. Almost her first re-
mark, after the usual exchange Of salutations was
expressive Of her regrets for leaving America.
." thought you would have anything else but
kindly feelings for Americans" observed.
ION the contrary she replied, ~ have the
greatest esteem and respect sor Americans, and
ESPECIALLY FOR THE AMERICAN LADIES,
at whose hands have only experienced kindness
and consideration"
Excepting Mrs. Grant and Mrs. Fish, said I,
hoping to see little ebuition OF female spite and
jealousy.
''NOt even excepting Mrs. Grant and Mrs. Fish,
she replied. ''They have always treated me kindly,
in spite of the disagreeabe relations Of our hus-
bands to each other"
'"rhen," observed, woman has for once shown
herself superior to man. We usually imagine that
women find it more difficult to get on together than
men. Here, at least you have proved the reverse
to be posslbe.'
"such was the case with us- she replied. GAS to
the unfortunate quarrel In which my husband was
engaged l know how to distinguish between q
country and few individuals Besides, Mr.. Cata-
cay is
PROVIDED WITH Bee EFT ONGLEs
and Is perfectly able to defend himself when the
time comes, which will be soon, hope"
"But," objected, at is the duty Of women TO act
the part OF mediatOrs and peacemakers, and am
sorry to that you rather inclined than other
wise to encourage Mr.. CatacaZy to use his Dec ct
on0es.r
ayes, in matter where honor is concerned; but
Mr.. Catacazy has been so outrageously treated by
Mr. Fish that shall
ENCOURAGE HIM TO 60 TO THE UTMOST LENGTEs
If necessary"
'Do You like Paris ?" asked.
'Yes;" but since being In the United States
find 1t somewhat naesQutr--somew what slow, and
miss the active, energetic stirring society got
customed to in America"
Upon taking leave OF her she remarked that /
must not be astonished at her expressing herself
10 freely, az she entertained OF the contempt
for the press she had 30 often heard expressed by
Mr.. Fish, l
ACCEPTED THE NEGATIVE COMPLIMENT
in becoming manner, and withdrew.
whether Catacazy be right or wrong he is GER
tainly convinced OF the justice of his own cause,
which is assuredly great point in convincing
other people. yes .
As to his defence, have It from very good au-
thorty that while IL cannot be said to excupate
himself 1t is nevertheless damning for Mr.. Fish,
and demonstrates clearly that the latter has been
engaged in low intrgues, and had resort to means