The Arkansas advocate., 1836-03-25
LATE NEWS FROM TEXAS.
From the Natchez Courier.

i asisso. ios .iAAioA has been received at Nacogdoehes, that Santa Anna's fprces are on their march to the frontiers of Texas. His advance, con- sisiiDg of about $500 men, are advancing on San Antonio and the different posts be- low that place.
 The Texians, although not as we'll pro- vided with supplies as is necessary for a proiracted campaign, have no dcubt but that they can maintain those posts until re- inducements arrIFe to their assistance, even if the whole force of Santa Anna should advance more rapidly lhan is anticipated. But little doubt now exists that the cam paign will be protraeted. as the war on the part of the Texans will, for the present, be entirely defensive. This will give time for enigrants to the country to arrive and par ticipate in the final struggle. The Texians are united for the same purpose: some diff ference of opinion has existed as to the ex- pedieney of an entire declaration of Inde= .pendence, or an adherence to the constiu- ton of 1924. But both parties have the same object ln view, which Is a resoute de- termination to resist the military despotism of Santa Anna.
 The epoft that Gen. Houston has been removed from the command of he army, Is uufounded. The convention met on tie lst ol this mouth, at Washington, on the Bazos. There is little doubt that they will declare entire Independence. and take tie most energetic steps for the defence of the c0uaify. Those who ieia them at tbe pre- sent period, when they are struggling for their freedom, and even their existence, will be cordially received and liberally recom- peased. The natural resources of the country are ullbounded. and they who as- sist in their defence and development, will be richly rewarded.
 The foregoing information has been re- ceged from Ll Siansbury. who has just arrived from Nacogdoches, and brings au- thenlie information as 10 the staIe oi affairs. He further stated, that the Cumanches are quiet, and General Houston is engaged in treating with them.
 SAN PATRIoIo, Feb. 9th. 1886.
 DEAR SIR Don Placido Benavides has just arrived, and brings disagreeable intelligence. Gonzales command is entire ly dispersed, and twenly-t'go men taken, prisoners. Three hundred cavalry and three hundred infantry have arrived at Maia- moras, which in addition to the garrison, uitlke the effective force DOW there 1000 men, and more are expected shortly. Cos and aH his officers from Beiar are raising froops to march on Texas. One thousand men are already on the Rio Eric. One thousand moro on the march near the Rio Grande, destined for some point of Texas; aud forces are gathering rapidly in all airec- tons for the same object. It IS believed that an attack is intended on Goliad and Deiar simultaneously.
 Roderigus has broken his parole since 5 o'clock this evening, and as have but IS effective men here and no horses, could not pursue him.
 The inhabitants of Tamaulipas are gen. orally in favor of (IS24,) but are so much oppressed by the military, that many of the principal men having been arrested. they are completely fettered. Santa Anna caus- cd report 10 be set aaoat that he was with the troops at Matamoras, but 1t is ascertain- ed beyond all doubt that he Is on the way to the Rio Grande for the purpos of push ing on those forces
 Don Placido deems 1t of the utmost ira- portanee troops be sent to Bejar as well as others retained in this direction, and also assures me that Santa Anna wishes 10 draw the troops of Texas out to Matamoras in hopes to throw strong force in their rear while he makes his attack on the upper part of the Colonies. This information he received from the first alcalde of Biatamo- ras. He has been within 20 leagues of the town and corresponded with him.
 The people of Tamaulipas as we'll as those of the Rio Grande. complain much of Limits Proclamation, and would have | acted with more decision were 1t not fo. that act, but they fear 1t is now almost impos sible; but are still anxious for the cause. The cavalry are the choice troops from the 1 intenor, they are armed, every one, with l lance, musket. pistols and sword, and Santa Anna has sworn to iGke 7eras O, lose .Megieot
 Doct. Grant has been out two days with thirty men. 1 feel very anxious about him. l intended to have sent you more wagons tomorrow morning early, and in fact bad the exen yoked to start before day-l,ght. but shall now await your further orders.
 Cos IS actually with Seizma, and Ugar- tchlers. They have 1000 spare horses ardi large number of pack mules.
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