Others say that on the conclusion of peace they will leave France; but whether this is intended to punish France, Prussia, or themselves, I do not know.

Others boldly assert that they are prevented from immolating themselves by the Neutral Powers.

It is the old story of "hold me back, don't let me get at him." One thing, however, is certain, that the capture of Bazaine, the disaster at Bourget, the row at the Hotel de Ville, the Prussian cannon on the heights of Meudon, and the opportune arrival of Thiers, have made this population as peaceful to-day, as they were warlike a few weeks ago.
I really am sorry for these vain, silly, gulled humbugs among whom I am living.

They have many amiable qualities, although, in trying to be Spartans, they have mistaken their vocation.

They are, indeed, far too agreeable to be Spartans, who in private life must have been the most intolerable of bores.