The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-09-21
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THE REVIEW AT BBRHENY.
French Troops Pass Before the
Gar Of Russia.
Spectators Wildly EnthuSIa~tIe Over
the Appearance of the Army-The
CzRrinH and Nine. Loubet Ride IA
Same CarriuEe-A Memorable scene

BETHENY. Sept 2I.-After reviewing
the French troops on Betheay Plain to-
day. the Gar viii leave for ST. Peters
5ursh by way OF Posny.
The scene on the plain has been one
long 10 be remembered. At an early hour
the field was filled with troops for the re-
view From background Of wooded hills.
seemingly endless numbers Of soldiers
were constantly arriving and taking the
places assigned 90 them Although the
Car was 10 have arrived at $50 o'clock.
he had not put in an appearance. and it
was remarked that as usual throughout
the festivities in his honor. he was not on
time
At an early hour the weather was bright
and clear. but the wind was rising and j.
was feared that il would interfere with
the work Of the war balloons Thousands
Of spectators began 20 arrive from Paris
and other places. and everything gave in
dication OF a successful spectacle. The
plain where the raneuvres are taking
place stretches away from the reviewing
stand occupied by the Car for distance
Of several miles in the direction Of
Rheims.
II was 10 O'Clock when the Russian rul-
er appeared and first made a tour OF the
field. inspecting the assembled troops. The
guards and escort preceded him. There
were two carriages driven abreast. In
one Of these the Czarina rode with Nine.
Loubet President Loubet and NJ Wal
deck-Rosseau were in the other carriage.
The Gar rode alongside shat containing
the ladies.
The review began at I1-20 and the scene
which followed was one which VIII never
be forgotten hy those who were present
The whole army corps maneuvred before
the Gar The precision ana perfect
alignment of every regiment were mar
veI0Us.
In the foreground there were brisades
Of infantry and cavalry and batteries Of
artillery. while En- the back ground there
were three divisions sweeping along Ike
sea waves. As each regiment passed. the
band wheeled opposite the Gar and join
ed the other Eassed bands Of the brig
adc behind General Andre. the Minister
of War. faced the Gar Above all the
army balloon division was floating
There were thunderOus cheers from the
spectators and cries Of Long live the
army" The general opinion was that the
Gar must have been satisfied with the
army of his ally and the splendid condi-
Jion and perfect discipline OF the men
The weather became partly cloudy dur
ing the review and this somewhat marred
the effect
AT I2.I5 p. m five divisions OF cavalry
had passed In excellent order With their
flashing breasJp-ates and dancing pe1nons
they made a magnificent picture and
aroused The widest enthusiasm
The maneuvres which began with the
march past the Cars stand, were led By
General Brlgere. 4 luncheon followed
The military spectacle President LOubet.
in proposing the health Of the Car and
CZarina- sCid-
In thanking your Majesty and the En-
press in the name Of the French Repub-
lie for having been SO good % attend
the cheering spectacle Of the last few
DAYS. ms thought goes back to the great
political ACT which preceded them and
which lends them their whole significance,
which was prepared by your august ia
ther Alexander III. and Presiden; Carnot,
and was s1IeunIy proclaimed by your
Majesty and President Felix FaUre-
The alliance Of Russia and France has
had time 20 affirm its character and bear
fruit IL none may doubt the essentially
pacific idea from which il arose. no more
can anyone fail 20 perceive that IL has
contributed powerfully to the maiute-
nance Of the balance OF power between
the forces Of Europa necessary cOudi-
Jiou 20 peace Questions which have aris-
en- have found IL Vatchful and res0IUte.
rsConciiil- it's own interests with the gen
.aI int. res-- OF the world IL was mod
crate Lscaus, Il was strong and won over
In advance settlements which are inspired
Hy justice and humanity The good which
it has done is "a pledge that -t wiz do still
more, and I'M thag fuA c5u5deuce, after
paying pious tribute To- the noble found
of the work -r which this day is
eous-eratiou. 4 raise a glass
Ju the glory and happiness OF your Mai
esty. % the happiness Of the Empress and
all YOUR family and 10 the greatness and
prosperity OF Russia, The friend and ally
Of France
The Gar in "a clear voice, read the fol-
lowing reply:
AT the moment Of leaving France.
where We have a-lin received 50 cordial
and so warm welcome. 1 desire % eN-
press the sincere gratitude and the strong
,aiu. the Empress and myself precious
memory of those few days SD fun Of i'm
nressiOus which are engraved upon our
hearts and snail continue. both far and
-tar. to associate ourselves with all that
concerns friendly France France annie:
The ties which unite orr countries have
again been affirmed ana have received
fresh cOulruat.1- in the manifestations
1f mutual 81 slm9Hthy which have been 50
-lugUeutly made here and have found 50
tuu an echo iu Russia.
The intimate union Of two great Pow
srs animated by the most pacific iuteu-
lions, who. while able TO make their
rights respected DO not seek 10 inIure IN
any way the ri-EIs OF others. IS a pre-
.ious element iI the appcasement of the
sIoIe OF humanity I drink prosperity
% France. prosperity 20 a friendly allied
nation. TO IT'S gallant army and ITS spIen-
lI feet Let me repeat an thanks
raise the glass iu Your honor The band
Jheu played the Russian national hymn.
Prior to The luncheon. there was a dnaI
charge 10y tEs cavalry past the tribune
occupied 10y the Gar. II was a superb
-racJacIe-
The Gar and President Loubet had a
eaur,reac. lasting an hour last evening
Count IamsIarG. the Russian Foreign
Minister. a-E a. Delcasss, the head Of the
.-sr,iea DEc-. also had a conference to-
fay.
II is supposed that these meetings were
- relation e. political affairs
Reuin Trying 10 Dust Sir. Dole.
NEW ORLEANS sept L--Tha enemies
r Governor Dole. of Hawaii have re-