The Wichita daily eagle., 1894-10-21

within the imperial household which it
was alleged might lead to the displace-
ment of the grand duke.
The imperial family has a beautiful
domestic llfe," said he. The children
are still the babies, the pets of their
father, and there is the sincerest devotion
among them. These cruel ISLANDERS are
quickly recognized rs inventions by those
who know not of the sweet home life of
the imperial family.
1t is asserted also that the Grand Duke
Nicholas is an enemy OF America think
| see in that the invention of the jew who
hates Russia naturally enough. As a
matter Of fact the present emperor aud the
Grand Duke Nicholas have the deepest
admiration and friendship for America
When | was about to leave for America
spoke to the emperor of the gifts of grain
America had made to Russia. and of the
Americans who had come to bring il.
suggested that souvenirs be given to these
generous people, as the usual imperial dec
orations would not be acceptable to Amer
leans.
AMERICA. AMERICA. OUR FRIEND"
The emperor was quick aud earnest in
his response, and as a result | brought
from him silver souvenirs to the Ameri-
caus who had SO generously remembered
Us. AT the same time spoke with hesita-
tiOn To the grand duke of coming here as
| had always been In Paris. Vienna and
continental cities. But the grand duke
resssured me aud with enthusiasm said:
America, America, our friend
"In many ways did the czarewitch show
his friendship for this country. l. is
friendship which Americans can perhaps
fully understand Russia is impulsive
She flew to the help OF America, OF France
and of other countries IN the time OF their
need. Ii Is sentiment which would
again induce her to fly to the aid Of Amer
lea in time OF need.
WHAT THE EFFECT WILL BE.
LONDON, Oct. pa representative Of
the Associated Press mad al interview to-
day with a prominent Elglishman who
has just returned from Russia, where he
was In close communication wIun 2 NUM-
Der OF the leading government officials
He took this opportunity OF inquiring
from the best autorlties what effect the
death Of the car wodld have upon the
political and business future Of the Rus
siau empire.
The gentleman referred % did not COZ
fine his inquiries 10 governmental sources
but addressed his questions 70 prominent
Russians outside the government.
When asked n, u what effect the deaf d
Of the car would have upou the political
future OF Russia, he said:
The cars death viii have little or no
effect on Russia There may be temper
AIRY uDSejt.cmeut causei oy the antlclpa-
tions Of the fearful and timid who are
likely 20 look forward 10 the worst. bu.
Russia was never IN 3 better position than
st present 20 withstand sucn Al event
The autocrat rule OF he car neces-
sArily compelled 4 deUutiZing Of power
into the govern n1ent departments. and
these departments are now presided over
bv reliable. libeual. hoaest aud con- Pc
tent men. who are undoubtedly tie most
trustyvorr By officials ever IN the service OF
the Russian government
No RADICAL CHANGE = LIKELY
This promises We. Tor the -euerAl GOOD
Of Russia A. 51e officials are not likely 10
be replaced for time AZ le.st. by tue r.
gencv. aud consequently uo actuAl dis
turbauce OF policy Is likely 70 D. Initiated
oy aay Of them.
The car has been quoted as a religious
bigot but nothing i fart her from the Iruth.
II u-oof was needed OF tie cars broad
views upon religious QGes .i0us X j.
FURNISHED by the attitude which be hsS
assumed towards Princess AlIx ! have
-ood reason 20 believe there - no do1at
fh.I the concession maze 5y the holy
Synod in the zsiml-slcr 0f tbe princess Iuro
the orthodox churcn was inspired oy the
car himself before his health Wa seAb.s
The hoiv synod has gwen way u tie re-
fussi al the princess 40 Cec!are rrr former
religion, the L1Iherzn. : accused
She will net be called upon 10 declare
aer conyerssoa - due - Lex conv.cGIsa