The New York herald., 1878-12-14


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SHERMAN AND cAMpBELL APPEAR.
From that moment it became evident that, what
ever resolutions might be subsequently taken. the
Emperor had made up his mind to this idea-"l shall
not leave Mexico Tho American frigate Susque
hanna had just anchored in the harbor OF Vera
taken On board OF this vessel were two envoys
from government at Washington. Mr.. Campbell
and General sherman. The hrst had i'll his posses
sion letters aecrcdtns him representative Of the
United States near 1.-THE President OF the Republic OF
Mexico or course this designation had direct refer
ence to Juarcz: but General Sherman had superior
and moro extensive mission TO fulfill which to
sound the French authorities TO tho reorganization
OF national governments for Mexico. whoever
might be the chiof. Nothing WAS further from the
policy OF the Americans than to add TO enbarrass
ments or 70 seek cas1s oei against rs. as 50 many
shrcwdly observed the necessity which compelled
TO abandon our enterprise II Mexico and to make
good diplomatic capital OF situstion without
any danger to himself. hut he careful not to
hurry matters which might have had Unforeseen
suits. He insisted upon the departure OF Maximlan.
not upon tho rcinstullaon OF Juarc. and only asked
to help us solve our deiculties in accordance with
Our best interests The first condition of the
Campbell sherman mission was 70 have nothing
70 do with the Emperor; the mission. i'll
fact had been decided upon when news
of the abdication had reached Washington. The
quehanna arrived in Mexican waters just when the
inperialists were rejoicing the continuance OF
the Empire The American ENJOYS had nothing to
do. and could not even think Of landing: despatch
visit the city OF Mexico. remained unanswered.
Maximilian. however, had the strange idea that he
might proht by the occasion and enter into negota
tons with ncighbors who mad always declined to
ognize him. An Englishnan named Bourdillon, an
old resident OF Mexico was sent to Vera Cruz to see
il
to say that this fantastic piece of diplomacy had
results whatever. After having waited five days for
the Susquehanna once more went to sea, and after
touching at Tampico returned to New Orleans.
PRIEST WATCHING THE EMPEROR
The secluded life which the Emperor had led at
Orizaba became still more after his return to the
palace in the city of Mexico. Father Fischer added
to his official functions, If not exactly the role Of
jailer at least the task OF deafening all echoes that
might reach the imperial apartment from outside.
Matters went so far that NJ. Hoorickx. the Belgian
Charge dAfaires, desiring to place letter received
from Europe in the Emperors hands. was obliged to
bribe liyeried servant Frenchman. named
mission by the Emperor could only render account
Of his dongs by sneaking into the palace at night
assr gliding slowly along dark corridors snd %
throughout the building, and u solitude that
inspired unesslness. when came out Of
it, he said the next morning, Il felt like
a man who had just escaped from prison." 1t
was indeed for sovereign q miserable as well as
singular existence and it is impossible to understand
how even Macmillan in spite Of his feebleness Of
character, would submit to it. And what is still
more inexplicable. he knew fully well how he was
being treated When NJ. Thiele told him of the diff
culties he experienced in finding him the Emperor
said in an Indifferent tone, what can do? can
M
NJ. Dano indiscreetly warned the Emperor against
Father Fischer. Maxmiian said, "Ah! you don't
tell me anything new. know him better than you
do" And he made such sketch Of his confidential
secretary that the Minister Of France could not
strain ST. himself from saying h sqs wny then sire
his shoulders and said What good will it do mey
and then turned the conversation to another subject
''Ar LAST AN FREE -
The windows OF the palace were shut whom tho last
columns of the French army left Mexico. But be-
hind one Of these wi windows US Which, gave good view .
Emperor. with M de Mangino, Of his secretaries.
at his side. The curtain lifted in such manner
watched the marching Of the troops, and when the
last ranks had passed he dropped the curtain say
ing, .At last, I am freenow r. NJ de Mangino who
subsequently became connected with journal in
Paris assured me that the Emperor felt indeed free
at the time. But what did he make OF his newly
acquired freedom The same now a. ever, events
overcame him without single plan being ready
NJ. Masseras furnishes graphic description OF the
state Of Affairs in the capital while beseged BY the
virtually dictator. Trouble arose with the
representatives Of foreign Powers, owing TO the heavy
burdens laid upon fortagn residents. Eat time
says tho author. the question OF demanding their
passports in q body was seriously entertained. but
Minister obi ob;ecsed The S.Snet was Simply informed
that the representatives of the European Powers
would hold no further communication with them
Really this made very little difference to govern
ment that only consuted its wishes and desires
Nevertheless, il made deeper impression than had
waa dscsse IN rsbinet Gauuc y and the urons;s
ton to arrest them all for encouraging
rebellion against the national interest being agi
tated. It would perhaps, have been done, so as 70
make an impression upon the public mind. but for
the resolute attitude taken by NJ Atterbourg, Consul
for the United States, who. Notwithstanding the fact
M ha ciyun an pnSiti
took it upon himself to protect all foreign national
ties under the mgis OF his country. He openly de-
cared that the first act Of violence committed
against single member of the diplomatic corps
would be considered . violation of the rights OF
humanity in Washington Us well a. in Europe. and
would place outside the limits of international law
all those guilty Of such offence Tho result was that
nothing fnrther was done and official relations re-
mained suspended, had been decided upon by the
European representatives. long month now inter-
vencd.
THE EMPEROR PRISONER.
No news from Queretaro. On May 10 the inhab-
itants Of the capital could plainly hear tremendous
cheers all along the outposts of the enemy; the bells
Of Tacubaya and surrounding places began to ring:
the noise of salvos Of artillery followed these
manifestations Of Joy What is going on? What had
happened? No one knew Finally the rumor reached
the city that the Juarists the capture
Of Queretaro which had resulted in the Emperor
with all his troops being taken prisoner. Soon
bombs were thrown into the city from the besieging
S;rio paz n wepe spresd ai over the toWp " These
bulletins read rs follows:-
General DAz-Queretaro has fallen into hands. VIII
give details soon Maxmilian, his troops, their chiefs
munitions, artillery all in possosso They have
surrendered At discretion. ALCERRECA
Notwithstanding the fact that the news became
moro and moro onicial three days later even, the
Union newspaper announced that 1t was all lie and
that everything we'll at Queretaro. Twelve days
passed and still MARQUEE wanted moro proof that
Maxmilan had been taken prisoner. On the 26th Of
May the following despatch reached the city OF Mex
ico:-
To Baron MLGxus, Prussian Minister
llavo the goodness and without delay.
along with the advocates Marsno Rvs Pxaco Rafael
Martinez dc In Torrc anybody else whom consider
capable Of defending my But IL be done
There 10 time ~ lose do not forget the
sAry Documents :. MAMMALIAN.
During forty-eieht hours sthe government" re-
tanned this telegram, and Baron Mzgnus not
notified until after the lapse Of that time. And
again. when the counsellor engaged by the captive
Emperor demanded safe permit o leave the capital,
Marquee once more nterposcd delay OF two days.
II finally agreed that tho afternoon Of May 81
all firing on the part of the opposing armies should
cease, to permit Baron Magnus and his suite to
leave for Qucretaro. When the party did leave ut
last every body wanted to join them, but MARQUEE