...to partake of patis, champagne-frappe, and other delights, which to me had long been as lost arts. As we took our seats at table, a military band in attendance commenced playing Excusing himself, General Canby walked to the door. The music ceased for a moment, and then the strain of Dixie was heard. Old Froissart records no gentler act of courtesie. Warmly thanking General Canby for his delicate co...