New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1889-08-01
MURAT HALSTEAD RETURNS
HIS HEALTH Is FULLY RESTORED.
OPINIONS ABOUT GERMANY AND THE HEALTH
RESORT WHERE HE WAS CURED-READY
FOR THE OHIO CAMPAIGN.


FOR THE OHIO CAMPAIGN.
Ausonc the passengers py city OF Paris from
Europe yesterday Mura iIslstead. the Republican
rdor nj the Buckeye State. When in the after
MON by Tribune reporter the benefits he had derived
from the ocean voyage end stay OF two months I'D
Euoue were apparent M, brightness of his eyes,
he glow of health his checks. the elasticity of his
step and the lively spirit Of his conversation.
Mr. Halstead sailed for Hamburg BY the new steam
shin Augusta Victoria on May 90. lie had been far
from we'll for some time lie went abroad. In fact. for
the benefit Of his health solely and after short rest
at Hamburg he went 10 Berlin 10 seek advice from
prominent hysician. The baths at Nauhem,
resort little known to foreigners. but much favored
by the Berlin physicians and German invalids geper
allv were recommended. and Mr.. Hastead unhesitat-
nsly ascrbes HIS restoration to health 10 tho treat
mcnt and rest he enjoyed there In regard 10 the
place he said: "Nauheim is In the mountains. about
twenty-five miles from Frankfort-on the-Man. Among
Its remedies a hot salt spring and baths Of iron
water and gas The latter Is like bathing in champagne
and the gas strong that the attendants wrap q
sheet arouns ones neck and It over the bath
10 prevent the strong from going into the lungs.
The treatment is considered especially good for
rheumatism, but il Is also employed for heart disease,
spinal trouble and all of complaints. The special
advantage sscribed to Nsuhcim over many better
known places is that satisfactory results are obtained
with the waters at lower temperature than elsewhere
The high temperatures used in some places NAV drive
the rheumatism out temporarily, but likely TO
work injury IN other directions. l do not think there
is any magic in the waters but the system of diet,
cxerxe and regularity combined with the waters Is
tnown TO effect many remarkable 1t did so In
NY case. My health is greatly benefited; in fact.
should not know that It had been impaired fell
entirely sound and vigorous both In mind and Ooay
The Gerpan doctors had told In the beginning that
there was nothing serious about my case"
The German climate he found too cool, even at THIS
fhp and nj, gcifO
most of the time and cover up with blankets at
night. He surprised at the primitive methods
sed by German farmers and the apparent backwauhes
of the crops. In many places the farmers had suffered
great loss from heavy storms of rain and wind, tho
oats, wheat and rye being beaten down over large
of country. As he passed into France after
month at the Cure grea; difference was noticed IN
the state of the crops. Everything appeared TO DO
we'll advanced and in fine condition
Mr. Halsead was delighted with the Paris Exposi.
ton and spoke I'm high praise of the American exhibits
The art department he found particularly attractive
and hope for the future of American
art by the showing made there by American artists
He went to the top of the Ehel Tower,
going TO the first platform by way
Of the stairs. The view had from
the second platform. he said, was by far the best
The tower itself he considered one of the most beau
tiful and graceful structures ever built
While in Paris he said. he graIfed by hear
Inc on every hand the praises Of Mr. Reid, the
American Minister. His speeches on July and on
or other public occasions had been peculiarly
liked by the French people. The color ard flavor
Of republicansm which pervaded his remarks i'm
pressed the Nation. The Republic had come to stay,
no matter what the pretenders might say or do and
true republican spirit appreciated there
In London Mr.. Halstesd Minister lincoln.
Russell Harrison and Mr.. Depew. all OF whom were
receiving much attention nom prominent
Engishmen of all parties. The Queen,
cuHar 70
had invited Minister Lincoln and the son of the
President TO dine with her and spend the night at
Windsor Castle AS TO Mr.. Depew, he was being
entertained by dukes and princes, and looked rested
mischevous and full of fun.
The chronic European scare showed no signs
Of abatement On every side preparations were
going forward, and there doubt in M. Hal
steals mind that the Russian bear held the trump
card. France was the acknowledged superior in
rifles and artillery. and Russia might act in concert
with the Republic The Car was bound to go 10
Constantnope and he would get there even If no
,ad to go by way of Asia. -.
he sad no doubt that the City of Paris would gain
at least six hours Oh her record on the first favorable
head winds and high seas. lie enjoyed the trip
greatly, but was glad to be once more IN the American
climate, and 10 breathe the American air
paign this fall for which he Is in fine lighting trim,
dicated the nomination OF Governor Foraker Tor
another term knew the nomination was good
s sS%S Ss wh tSe Re fsSonF f
campaign There Is a good deal TO do there and
want TO do IT Without delay. That genial and ac-
oomplshed gentleman, Senator Payne, did no, think
! ought go abroad ! now agree with him that my
diplomatic qualities may be better displayed IN Ohio
than In Europe. | not IN the east offended at Mr..
Payne for his sensiuveness in that affair There is
personal controversy between US that am aware
Of though he TO think there is something of the
sort"
suppose you should be asked yourself to become
Well. If such thing happens, can say shall
do nothing to balk the people If they want me they
sacrifice serve my State my country. The Demo
cratic idea that they can carry Ohio this fa Is sheer
Mr. Brlce is a capable and hard worker, but h,
will squander his dollars in vain The people OF OHIO
are not buit in the way to elect anybody OF democratic
principles this fall
But IT is said that the Democratic, managers are
going 10 use Pe 0 esSs for he IN the
campaign from Doodle Influences and Doodle leader
control in the last four years, they have entered Deeper
INFO tho servitnde Every man IN the la, four years
SS a nsi voted for Payne in
cns-snd there Is quite number OF
n% on n pScs E several on
them were very promising men, but the places ,hat
knew MORE ne o eSw then pSs Ss ana g Walk IN
pathway might profit by Interviewing their ghosts
pd see Minister mist sSS@rs IN TSdnsS he
much improved in health should think bis strength
would scarcely permit him 10 assume me h,s mi
yigor in che coming Ohio campaign, he would be an
important factor, But 1t s. the Democratic
party cannot enter another campaign wi'h any pro
grsmme that appeals the honest masses Of the |
people. They have neither candidates nor policy, |
aud Will barely be able 10 maintain their organza |
tion. They Will never be able 10 do any more until |
their present leadership is abandoned and rrpudated
ms remark applies especially TO sheir pretensons
touching the Senate Of the United States. -
D, On The other hand the Republicans OF ONO VIII |
heartly sustain both the State and National ADMIN |
istTataons without qualification. OF the hafdozen |
mon who have boon named possible successors OF
Mr. Payne In the Senate. not would be dependent
ON the money power, and not of them has any |
capacity for intrigue The people Of Ohio feel that tho
honor and interests of the State be sustained By
Republican victory |