The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1879-01-24
His Lordship at the Whirlpool
and Other Points.
A BRIEF INTERVIEW.
He Agrees With Governor Robinson Con-
corning the International Park.
THE BLITHE PRINCESS.
Greeted Everywhere With Cheers
and Tokens of Welcome.
[BY TELEGRAPH TO THE HERALD. ]

BY TELEGRAPH TO THE HERALD
NIAGARA FALLS. Jan. 49, 1879.
This morning was all that could be wished for,
pice and mild, but cloudy, and the sun was much
missed. The Princess earlier than usual. and,
accompanied by Lady MacNamara. the Marquis and
Colonel Littcton. went out for stroll around the
Falls returning to breakfast at nine o'clock
After dressing for the morning drive. the Princess
and party first visited Colonel s. Davis Table
Rock House. assembled to the observatory and
there viewed the falls. Some sleghs and drivers
ordered TO meet the party here. Descending from
the observatory the party proceeded yesterday
excepting that in the first sleigh. with His Exceency
and Her Royal Highness. Lady MacNamara and Lieu
tenant Hartford had honored positions in place of Cap
tain Chatter who occupieda seat in the second sleigh
The party being all comfortably seated. Mr.. Isaacs
acting guide. they made fine brisk start for
Whirlpool Rapids. Keeping the river road
straight to tho railway Suspension Bridge. they
halted several times and pointed out
the different places of interest the route
A heavy freight train just passing
over the bridge from the Canadian to the American
side as the party arrived. and they were much inter-
ested in viewing it. Shortly after train loaded with
followed and dumped its icy cargo in the river
The falling of snow from great height
burst to the breeze. and drew forth ordinations
of delight from the royal pair. The route was now
resumed the bridge, and the strange formations
of the banks both sides Of the river and the birds
eye view OF the Falls the right with the whirlpool
rock in the distance the left drew forth many
CARNATIONS of delight and praise from the dis
tinguished visitors.
A BRIEF CHAT WITH LORD LoINE.
His Excellcncy asked your correspondent few
questions concerning the Falls. which led to
brief general conversation The proverbial frank
ness and modesty OF the Governor General
especially noticeable during the trip to-day.
In the course of the interview His Lordship spoke
in high terms of the cordial reception which had been
accorded him by the Canadian people and of the
kindly words which had been expressed through the
various newspapers of the United States. Telling
him that he speaking with u correspondent OF
the HERALD he said it always afforded him great
pleasure to peruse the columns of that journal and
made other complimentary illusions.
To the question, "Are you here for sightseeing or
ofically?" he replied, sightseeing exclusively. We
desired to tho grandeur of these waters in the
winter time and with little ceremony as possible
came hither.''
..You have heard the suggestions made by the Gov
crnor of New York State an international park ?.
said.
''Oh. yes," said His Lordshp, land deem them Of
the utmost Importance. An international park is
most desirable, and should be made matter ofcon-
sideration by both the United States and Canadian
governments 1t will need considerable money to
carry the matter to successful completon but
believe that would be forthcoming"
Have you any plan whereby this park can be
established ?" inquired.
'.well really, 1 have none. have not given the
subject much consideration, having other and more
important duties to claim my attention since my ar.
rival in the Dominion of Canada"
ON AMERICAN GROUND.
Reaching the American side turn was made to
the left for the whirlpool rapids Descending tho
double elevator the rapids were thoroughly viewed
the party expressing themselves highly pleased
Here they assembled thanking the proprietor
Of the for his Kindness and attention
and proceeded on their way again TO the bridge
Alightng and ascending the narrow. winding stairs
leading the railway track the top of the bridge
the party walked across. admirng with curiosity the
noble structure. Many questions asked con-
corning it and promptly answered by Mr. Isaacs. the
guide
a., ovr the edge os the bridge and Iookino down
depth Of two hundred feet ut the boiling. surgng
river running at tremendous rate. makes
like holding fast to the railing to
prevent falling below. On reaching the Canadian
side the sleshs again into requisiton. and the
party proceeded at a rapid gait up and through the
Village of Clifton to the back road running for
the falls.
The on the back road being much drifted
it was full of pitchholes, and the sleighs
Gus gait. much to the amusement of the
Princess. who highly enjoyed the humping
was MIR. Isaacs. who. while at the rapids. was. as
usual the constant lookout for the comfort OF the
party and anxious to show % them interesting
in the wind. his view was to make bold
rush the Table Rock. so that the party might get
the view from beneath the great Horseshoe Falls
without being interfcrcd with by the spray. and he
most successfully made II. Arriving at the Table Rock
House the party do creepcrs furnished
by Mr. Davis and descended the spiral stairway to
the fearful chssm below. making the descent in Ave
minutes. Reaching the bottom they pushed boldly
forward and here turning her face to the inspr
ing sight. Her Royal Highness gave vent to
preston Of delight. saying Don't speak let me
drink in the whole scene.
AMONG THE IcrcLEs
The scene here was really very beautiful there be-
ing millions OF the most picturesque icicles. large
The party proceeded some distance. when
was dangerous. but the view being grander at this
roint. Her Royal Highness. nothing dauntcd, said,
Push on. viii follow; why not view such grand
their way through tremendous ieicics. climbing
with great effort and difficulty the rough powders OF
ice till the extreme point was reached. Here Her
Royal Highness turned and bcckoncd to His Excel
lency and suite to follow. expressing by signs that
well repaid. for II is from here that Niagara winter
has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Pen cannot
begin to describe the His Excelency expressed
himself by saying that 1t was far beyond his expcca
ton and Her Royal Hghness the Princess exclaimed,
II never have never shall see such grand sight
again. What l would have missed had I
not seen it," The wind blowing from
the northwest taking the spray away from
the party and consequently giving them
unobstructcl view. The whole party loud in
their praises and gave vent to loud EXPLANATIONS of
delight. rcmarkng that they were well repaid for
their perilous journey
LUNCH.
II was now half.past one and being lunch hour,
the party proceeded direct to the Prospect House.
Tho slcighs again ordered ut half
past three the appointed hour. and the
same party as In the morning and His Ex-
ccllcncy and Her Royal Highness started
ct brisk gait. being cheercd enthusiastically by the