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is without a peer, and that he is in other respects a remarkable man, whose name is likely to be remembered many centuries hence and to be spoken of by the historian when it comes record the incidents incumbent upon the production of civilization of the red man. The significant answer, "A man, every inch of men," made by Mr. Cody in his play of "The Prairie Waif" to one of the villains of the piece, well expresses the make up of him who gave it. Socially, Mr. Cody is one of the most genial of men. Large hearted, frank, courteous and gentlemanly to everybody, he has achieved an acquaintance as broad as the nation. He is, moreover, possessed of an uncommonly high degree of worldly wisdom, and plenty of that desirable element known as common sense. It was gentlemanly instincts, linked with his good-nature and ability, that made him so great a friend of Gen. Sheridan, and it was these characteristics, together with his perfect fitness for the position, that secured for him the honor acting as guide for the Duke Alexis of Russia on his celebrated buffalo hunt through the west. In personal appearance Buffalo Bill is very striking. He has a splendid physique, handsome, regular features that become more apparent upon close inspection, and his marvelous strength and suppleness are all they are represented to be.

A MIRROR reporter called upon Mr. Cody at his room at the Chandler House during his recent stay in the city, and there enjoyed a most agreeable interview with the gentleman. It is supposed that the general public is pretty thoroughly informed by this time concerning Mr. Cody's career. It has been often detailed, and ought to be familiar, if it is not. But the distinguished scout and actor said some things to the writer during their pleasant chat that were certainly new to him, and may be to others. They were assuredly interesting, and being so will bear repetition. To the playgoer who never fails to attend the performances of Buffalo Bill, the hero of the stage is thought of now only in the capacity of an actor, an occupation that he has lucrative followed for ten seasons, but five months in the year Mr. Cody enjoys his home in Nebraska, where he owns a cattle France, and where he is to start this spring a horse France. His cattle is situated among the so-called "sand hills" of country, and upon it he has 6000 head of cattle. In this business he has an associate, Mr. North, the firm being known as Cody & North. During the summer twenty men are engaged in rounding up the cattle, but in winter one-fifth of the number are able to perform the work. The men employed are the famous "cow and other exciting features never yet shown in public. Mr. Cody has received numerous flattering offers to make the trip, but when he goes he will do so under his own management.

From time to time there have appeared in print anecdotes of "Buffalo Bill's" traveling experiences, some of which have been rather exciting. The Fred May trouble, the particulars of which were published in these columns at the time, are well remembered and were true. Mr. Cody is the last person to seek trouble, and will do considerable to avoid it, but when he is insulted or his business needlessly meddled with, he is likely to prove a hot customer for those who oppose him. In visiting various towns he frequently encounters difficulties of one kind and another. At Whitehall, New York, this season, is played to an audience partly composed of drunken canal men, whom the police authorities did not dare to molest. They were noisy during the first three acts of the play, but when the fourth was reached, and the Indians started up their war dance, several of the more excitable left their seats and commenced giving an imitation of the dance in the theater aisles. One, more courageous than the rest, came forward toward the stage, interrupted the orchestra, captured one of the instruments, and with it attempted to get upon the stage. Mr. Cody, who had just entered disguised as an old medicine man, called for police assistance, but none could be had at any price, so he took the law into his own hands. As the disturbed was clambering up the side he was ordered to get down, but instead of doing so made an insulting reply, whereupon Bill let him feel the weight of his medicine staff which he carries in his hand in this part. The man fell like a dead weight, and his companions seeing his fate, instead of rallying to the rescue, vacated the house immediately, and the play went one. The man who was struck had his scalp laid open in a ghastly manner, and the next morning Mr. Cody was summoned before the police court, and fined for assault. Being obliged to leave town that forenoon he had no time to contest the case, and so did the quickest thing--settled. In his scape with May he was the last to take part, but when he did go in the burly New Yorker was tossed about like a ship in a storm. One of the most annoying personages Mr. Cody said he ever came in contact with was the seller of some patent, who has often visited this city, bearing some border title. He heard from him frequently as a slanderer, and finally met him and showed

is without a peer, and that he is in other respects a remarkable man, whose name is likely to be remembered many centuries hence and to be spoken of by the historian when it comes record the incidents incumbent upon the production of civilization of the red man. The significant answer, "A man, every inch of men," made by Mr. Cody in his play of "The Prairie Waif" to one of the villains of the piece, well expresses the make up of him who gave it. Socially, Mr. Cody is one of the most genial of men. Large hearted, frank, courteous and gentlemanly to everybody, he has achieved an acquaintance as broad as the nation. He is, moreover, possessed of an uncommonly high degree of worldly wisdom, and plenty of that desirable element known as common sense. It was gentlemanly instincts, linked with his good-nature and ability, that made him so great a friend of Gen. Sheridan, and it was these characteristics, together with his perfect fitness for the position, that secured for him the honor acting as guide for the Duke Alexis of Russia on his celebrated buffalo hunt through the west. In personal appearance Buffalo Bill is very striking. He has a splendid physique, handsome, regular features that become more apparent upon close inspection, and his marvelous strength and suppleness are all they are represented to be.

A MIRROR reporter called upon Mr. Cody at his room at the Chandler House during his recent stay in the city, and there enjoyed a most agreeable interview with the gentleman. It is supposed that the general public is pretty thoroughly informed by this time concerning Mr. Cody's career. It has been often detailed, and ought to be familiar, if it is not. But the distinguished scout and actor said some things to the writer during their pleasant chat that were certainly new to him, and may be to others. They were assuredly interesting, and being so will bear repetition. To the playgoer who never fails to attend the performances of Buffalo Bill, the hero of the stage is thought of now only in the capacity of an actor, an occupation that he has lucrative followed for ten seasons, but five months in the year Mr. Cody enjoys his home in Nebraska, where he owns a cattle France, and where he is to start this spring a horse France. His cattle is situated among the so-called "sand hills" of country, and upon it he has 6000 head of cattle. In this business he has an associate, Mr. North, the firm being known as Cody & North. During the summer twenty men are engaged in rounding up the cattle, but in winter one-fifth of the number are able to perform the work. The men employed are the famous "cow and other exciting features never yet shown in public. Mr. Cody has received numerous flattering offers to make the trip, but when he goes he will do so under his own management.

From time to time there have appeared in print anecdotes of "Buffalo Bill's" traveling experiences, some of which have been rather exciting. The Fred May trouble, the particulars of which were published in these columns at the time, are well remembered and were true. Mr. Cody is the last person to seek trouble, and will do considerable to avoid it, but when he is insulted or his business needlessly meddled with, he is likely to prove a hot customer for those who oppose him. In visiting various towns he frequently encounters difficulties of one kind and another. At Whitehall, New York, this season, is played to an audience partly composed of drunken canal men, whom the police authorities did not dare to molest. They were noisy during the first three acts of the play, but when the fourth was reached, and the Indians started up their war dance, several of the more excitable left their seats and commenced giving an imitation of the dance in the theater aisles. One, more courageous than the rest, came forward toward the stage, interrupted the orchestra, captured one of the instruments, and with it attempted to get upon the stage. Mr. Cody, who had just entered disguised as an old medicine man, called for police assistance, but none could be had at any price, so he took the law into his own hands. As the disturbed was clambering up the side he was ordered to get down, but instead of doing so made an insulting reply, whereupon Bill let him feel the weight of his medicine staff which he carries in his hand in this part. The man fell like a dead weight, and his companions seeing his fate, instead of rallying to the rescue, vacated the house immediately, and the play went one. The man who was struck had his scalp laid open in a ghastly manner, and the next morning Mr. Cody was summoned before the police court, and fined for assault. Being obliged to leave town that forenoon he had no time to contest the case, and so did the quickest thing--settled. In his scape with May he was the last to take part, but when he did go in the burly New Yorker was tossed about like a ship in a storm. One of the most annoying personages Mr. Cody said he ever came in contact with was the seller of some patent, who has often visited this city, bearing some border title. He heard from him frequently as a slanderer, and finally met him and showed