The Sun.
London, England, 1841-06-24 00:00:00

MONTE VIDEO.

MONTE VIDEO, APRIL 6, 1841.—Herewith is enclosed
a translated copy of a decree promulgated liy this Go-
vernment, under date of the 11th February, 1841, rela-
tive to war measures against the commerce of the Argen-
tine Republic. In consequence of this, a vast number of
whale boats have been fitted and armed, and have de-
parted on a cruise, under commissions, or licenses from
this Government. They are generally manned with
foreigners of,all nations, who are of the very lowest order
of men, and we are of opinion they are only calculated to
lead this Government into difficulties with neutral powers,
upon whose commerce in these waters piratical acts are
anticipated. Governor Rosas has positively refused to
grant similar licenses to the numerous applicants, and he
exhibits his wisdom and foresight thereby. Admiral
Brown, in command of the Argentine naval forces, con-
sisting of two brigs and four schooners, amounting in all
to about 50 guns, anchored in line near the mouth of this
harbour on the 30th ult., for the purpose of blockading
the armed vessels of this Republic in port. This he is
enabled to accomplish, being very superior in point of
force. The vessels of this Government are under the
command of Captain Coe, an American, of known bravery
and naval skill. They consist of 1 brig and 5 smaller
vessels, mounting in all about 30 guns, and we hardly
think he will risk an engagement.
A diabolical attempt has recently been made upon
the life of Governor Rosas, by the introduction of an
" Infernal Machine," said by report, to have been sent
from France. It was a small box containing sixteen
brass barrels, each being charged with an ounce ball and
detonating powder, and was presented as a present of
medals, &c. Miss Manueleta Rosas, whose curiosity
had become excited, determined upon opening the
treasure. After removing the envelopes, a very
slight explosion took place without causing any injury.
It appeared upon examination, that the line or thread,
that had been fixed for the purpose of firing the barrels
off altogether, had by some casualty become entangled,
otherwise the innocent young lady would have been
blown to atoms. Her father the Governor, it is said,
' was in an adjoining room at the time, and of course much

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alarmed.
This " Infernal Machine" was sent from this city to
Buenos Ayres (in one of the packets that still run be-
tween the two ports as formerly, but now under neutral
flags) and by forged letters directed to the care of Ad-
miral Dupotet, who was known to be at the latter city.
The Admiral having received the package, immediately
sent it to the Governor by his Secretary, Mon. Bassar,
who departed after its delivery.
TRANSLATION FROM DECREE.

MONTE VIDEO, FED. 11, 1841.—The repeated acts of
depredation and ferocity, which the Governor of Buenos
Ayres orders and tolerates by his decree of the 22d of
January last, which declares the rivers Uruguay and
Panama closed to the flag of this Republic, show that he re-
spects nothing and extends the war even against pacific
traders and owners of property. Therefore this Govern-
ment finds itself (much to its regret) compelled, in order
to thwart his views, to adopt similar measures and to
extend the rigour of the means of war to all that which
belongs to, or is dependent on its enemy. For these
considerations it declares-
-Ist. Ten days after the publication of the present de-
cree, all vessels found navigating under the Buenos
Ayrean flag, and with despatches of the Governor of
Buenos Ayres, in the rivers Uruguay, Panama, and La
Plata, both vessel and cargo- are declared good prizes.
2d. That which is expressed in the foregoing article
will take effect on such Argentine vessels found navi-
gating the high seas thirty days after its publication.
3d. Vessels proceeding from the ports of Corrientes
are not included in the first article.
4th. All citizens and subjects of the Oriental State of
the Uruguay are authorised to arm privateers, pursue
and capture Argentine vessels ; furnishing- themselves
with a corresponding commission, and conforming to the
other formalities of the ordinances.
sth. The vessels and cargoes captured shall be
awarded to the captors with integrity, according to the
sentence of the competent tribunal ; which shall be
named by a separate decree, and also who shall pro-
nounce sentence briefly and summarily according to the
papers and despatches of the captured vessels.
sth. All vessels under the Oriental flag found going to
or coming from any port of the Argentine Republic
which is prohibited, shall also be declared with their
cargoes good prizes, and their owners furthermore fined
according to the discretion of the Government.
(Signed) PEREZ.
HENRIQUE MARTINEZ.

STATE OF TRADE.
(From the Manchester Guardian.)
MANCHESTER.—There was some further improvement
in the demand for yarn yesterday ; and, in some cases,
we believe a trifling advance was obtained on some de-
scriptions of water twist. In goods, however, there was
no improvement, and sales were made with difficulty at
the prices of 'last week.
ROCHDALE FLANNEL MARKET, MONDAY, JUNE 21.
The market has been rather brisker to-day ; yet the
business transacted has been but limited, and at low
prices. There is no change in the wool market.
HUDDERSFIELD MARKET, JUNE 22.—There was
very iittle business of any description clone, save in
electioneering, of which there was a striking manifesta-
tion in favour of free trade and cheap food ; the candi-
dates who advocate these principles having met with a
very cordial reception by tens of thousands. In other
respects this may be noted comparatively a blank, but
parties are animated with hope that the hydra of mono;
poly has received its death-blow, and that trade will
soon once more flourish.

LATEST BETTING AT MANCHES-

TER.-TUESDAY EVENING.

The annually improving meeting at Newcastle-upon-
Tyne commenced yesterday, and has attracted consider-
ably from our sporting circles. Indeed the bill of fare
for four days is excellent, and there can be little doubt
that the racing will be of a superior character. The
following were the events touched upon this forenoon,
the room being moderately attended :
THE NEWCASTLE ST. LEGER.-11 to 8 agst the Duke
of Wellington (t) ; sto 2 agst Osberton (takers) ; 4to
1 agst The Squire (off). Offers to take 500 to 10 Os-
berton wins this and the. Doncaster St. Leger.
TEE NORTHUNI3ERLAND PLATE.-2 to 1 agst Nep-
tune (off. 5 to 2)-5 to 1 agst Ruler (taken, tLen offered)
—7 to 1 agst Calypso-8 to 1 agst Sampson (taken)-
8 to 1 agst Cruiskeen-15 to 1 agst Little Bundle (tkn),
TUE NEWCASTLE CUP.—Offers to back the field at
evens against Lanercost, or take 6 to 1 he wins ; 6 to 4
agst Beeswing.
Tun tivturoot. TIIAI3EM' Cur.—The weights being
out, this attractive race was brought on the garpet,
100 to 6 was offered r. Calypso (takers of 20 to 1) I
200 to 6 was laid agst. the 'Duke of Wellington ; 100
to 0 agst The Shah ; 100 to 2 apt Lon; sight ; 200 to 4
agst Milksop 1 offers to talte 100 to 3 about The
Yoting'un t or give fifteen against the field.