The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-03-06
AFTER INAUGURATION
A Senatorial Caucus to Ar
range the Committees.
THE FISHERY COMMISSIONERS.
DisSracefu1 Treatment Of
the Naval Cadets.
PARsoN NEWMAN ON A ROUND TRIP.

AFTER Incarceration, Sightseeing, Rcccp-
tions and battalion Drills.
washington was full to overfowing to-day, rs
most of the strangers in the city remained in town
to look about the capital. The departments were
tOverrun by curiosity seekers 80 that the regular
work was much interrupted. There has been more
real enjoyment, as the weather here has moderated
TO some extent, and the various displays made by
the dress drills Of the crack companies that have
remained over has been great source OF amuse-
ment to the strangers. The hotels are still thronged
The "boys' Of the various military organizations
here pack up the entrances, and, inspired by the
cup that cheers, are full Of uproarious hiarity, SO
that a man who loves quiet will seek il elsewhere
than In any Of the Washington hotels. At the
White House crowds OF visitors have poured In and
out all day long to see the chief ruler OF the
United States and the house in which he lives.
Such funny-looking people-the honest farmer the
plantation darkey and the upper grades
of the social world including the colored
aristocracy OF Washington-have josted against
one another in this democratic mansion,
Shortly after noon, as the President was passing
through one OF the lower halls he was detected by
several enthusiastic ladies, who Immediately
pounced upon and begged him for handshake all
round. The President was driven into corner
and through sheer good nature he submitted for
some time to an informal reception. He was
dressed in q dark business suit and wore at the
time q black silk hat, which he did not remove.
AFTER while he managed to eude his many ad-
mirers ana got as far as the front hall,
where he was again cornered and his hand worked
up and down by the sOverelgns" in q most enthu-
Bastic manner until their distinguished servant
ngan escaped. At hafpast ten O'Clock the Pres-
dent reviewed the Second Connecticut regiment
one OF the finest military organizations that have
During the rest OF the day the President re-
NAMED in his office, where he was besieged
with visitors. The suit Of rooms leading
to 1t was thronged all day by unfor-
tunates whose pet bills had been vetoed or left
unsigned. The woe-beg0ne expression that chased
over their countenances when the good natured
General Dent told them, with placed smile, that
their visits could by no means change the matter
% the Forty-sec0nd Congress ana its unfinished
business were OF the past and could not be re-
called One OF the most interesting events of the
day was the battalion drill Of the West Point
Cadets, on Pennsylvania avenue. A portion Of
the avenue was blocked Off for them, SO
their evolutions were undisturbed by passing
vehicles. The precision and readiness OF the boys
In every feature Of the drill were most admirable.
The Secretary Of War reviewed them. He was &C
companied by several OF the most distinguished
diplomats such as Sir Edward Thornton, Admiral
folo and Blacque Bey, as well as prominent oGl-
cals with their wives. Tonight the hotels are be-
ginning to thin ont, as the various military organ
nations leave this evening Many strangers will
remain here during the week.
Departure OF the West Point Cadets
Shameful Treatment OF the Midship.
mem. n
The West Point cadets left for home tonight in
excellent spirits Before forming In line OF march
they treated the multitude of civic friends and
strangers that thronged the corridors and YES
fibules Of the Ebbtt House to some of the Old time
famed choruses Of West Point, including "Benny
Ravens. Obi" and sThe Army Blue" and all the
way from Ahe hotel to the railway station they kept
the streets alive with cheers and snatches OF
songs, the march being performed in route step to
allow full play to their vivacity. The cadets have
made friends everywhere here, a result due both TO
their own bearing and the good manage
ment OF the authorities In charge of them.
Despite the overcrowded condition of the city
they were excelenty quartered and fed. and,
though the forms OF strict discipline were
maintained throughout, the cadets had the
largest possible liberties and opportunities
OF enjoyment In striking contrast was the almost
shameful treatment OF the naval cadets who were
brought over from Annapolis by railway at an
early hour Of one Of the bitterest mornings of the
Winter, marched, in thin dress. nearly two miles
to the place Of assembly and there kept shiverng
for over an hour; then marched to the Capitol in
the procession and again kept stand
Ing for fully two hours. After this
they took part in the return march
and review by the President. and. this over, were
again marched to the depot and teld to wait about
for the eight O'Clock train, then not within five
hours OF starting. Not the slightest provision was
made to feed them, or even to store the overcoats
they were not permitted to wear; and such as had
neither money nor acquaintance went with
ont food between the time OF O very
early breakfast and q late supper. The
West Point cadets, who had Tree admis-
sion to the Inauguration ball, expected to find
the middies there and we're bitterly disappointed
and indignant on learning the treatment suffered
by the latter. Secretary Robson excuses the
Navy Department by alleging that the Department
ID without funds TO deray any expense incurred in
connection with this particular cruise OF the mid
ahipmen; but this is regarded as worse than no
excuse on the part Of an administrative ofncer
who can find ways and meaps to apply the current
appropriations for the navy TO the payment OF
thrice settled claims belonging 10 past generations
The Old Guard 1T the White House-Re-
turn OF the Burgess Corps.
The Old Guard, under the command OF Lieuten-
ant Colonel stetson were received at the White
House by the President this afternoon. The Al
bany Burgess Corps, Lieutenant Colonel Harry
Bucher, commanding. lett for Philadelphia this
evening. The corps will pass one day in That city
and then move to New York, remaining over
Friday there They will reach Albany on
afternoon. The corps held dress parade
IN front Of the Arlington this morning, and after
wards paraded through the principal streets. at
tracing the admiration and applause OF the thou
sands congregated along the sidewalks. The Sars-
Sc'd euard, OF the Second Connecticut regiment
tonight sereDaded Representative Kellogg, for
mery general of the division to which they belong
Review Of Visiting Regiments by tho
President.
the President received but very few visitors,
put received several military organizations who
Csme to pay their respects, and reviewed others
sTem the stand facing Lafayette square. from which