He remained at the court of Louis Philippe, where he received eminent consideration, for six years.

When he returned to this country in 1842, at sixty years of age, he undoubtedly intended to re-enter political life.

He landed at Boston, and was received with enthusiasm by the New-England Democrats, especially of that class who had not been in special favor during the long rule of Jackson and his successor.

Popular ovations were arranged for him as he journeyed westward, and, by the time he reached his home in Detroit, General Cass was publicly recognized as a candidate for the Presidency.

These facts did not escape the jealous and watchful eye of Mr.Van Buren.