M. Darius, the procurateur-general of French Guiana, in accordance with instructions received from the Cour de Cassation, held a longer interview than usual with the ex-Captain on the Ile clu Diable. The instructions from the Court by cable cost the Government 6,000 francs. After M. Darius had retarned to Cayenne he was seen by the special correspondent of the Daily Telegraph, of London, and while not betraying the various depositions of the prisoner he told the correspondent many interesting things concerning the first interview of some weeks back. The apartment that Dreyfus occupies measures 16 feet long by 12 brund. It is well lighted and well ventilated, and is provided with everything that might be considered necessary.
Says M. Darius: Dreyfus was standing with his back to the door when I entered, followed by M. Deuiel. The prisoner did not turn around. Then the governor of the penitentiary called out in a voice of authority, 'Dreyfus!' 'The prisoner slocked at us enquiringly; apparently he was not in the best of health, although not exactly ill, T began the interview by informing him of the mission with which I was entrusted. 'It is well,' he replied, "but I will only speak with you alone, and not until that gentleman shall have left. Thave no desire to have my acts and my words distorted for the second time.' M.!Deniel prudently retired. Professional secrecy forbids me to report the declaration which Dreyfus made to me, but I can say that his first words were as follows: At last, then, I shall be able to explain myself.'" The ex-Captain refused, how-lever, to reply in writing to the questions put by the Cour de Cassation." M. Darius was seated and Dreyfus stood. The prisoner spoke for two hours, walking up and down the apartment. ' He gave the most complete explanations, made statements the accuracy of which could be easily tested, and mentioned names of some military officers who have not, so far, figured in the case. When Dreyfus had finished speaking M. Darius asked if the prisoner had any request to make regarding the manner in which he was treated.
have nothing to ask for except justice, he replied. M. Darius, pointing to the palisade which surrounds the cabin, asked Dreyfus if this inclosure inconvenienced him. 'By no means," the prisoner replied, "it is of great' service to me because it prevents my eyes being dazzled by the scintillations of the sun upon the sea." The interview ended with these words.—Kobe Herald,
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