The New York herald., 1845-01-23
Albany.
Correspondence of the Herald.l

ALBANY, Jan. Is, lS45.
The loss of Mr.. Fosters Election accounted for
Probability ofa Division in the Democratic Ranks,
and the State falling into the hands of the Whgs-
The Teras Question What is best to be done
Probability of the formation of Northern
League, IN opposition to the Southern, ON the
Slare Question-Appointmem of O6fcers-Quad-
rifle Parties-Beautifta Ladies', married and
single-EuerWhing Gay, Gallant and Splendid
The rumor of Governor Wrights interference in
the selection of two United States Senators, which
gave you the other day in letter, was in every
particular true, and lost Mr. Foster his seat in the
Senate by the election of General Dix There is
something unaccountable in the step taken by Mr..
Fosters friends, on the night of the caucus, in not
allowing that genteman's name to be presented.
1t s, however. possible that the open stand taken
by the Governor against him, personally, might
have led to this unexpected movement and the
substitution of Judge Nelson, agains, whom no.
thing had been urged. Politically the effect was
bad, as it at once destroyed confidence in the
minds of the old hunkers, and may possibly lead
to the defeat of Dickinson, who is nominated for
the six years term. The barn burners are already
out against him, and express determination not
to be governed by the action of the caucus If
this should take place, it is palpably certain that
the democracy are from that day divided party,
and the result will be that the State will again get
in the hands Of the wings, to be kept by them for
years to come.
There is astrong dislike with many of the men,
bers to touch the question of Texas which has
been brought up by resolution presented by Gen.
Clark OF the Senate. l much question whether II
will pass that body; but should it, will call out
mr. ri tpd n 70 IN 9TH hpou oh
majority may be found voting in the negative -
In regard to the annexation OF Texas, alone, the
feeling IS good but as 1t cannot be separated from
the question OF slavery, in the opinion OF members,
1t must meet with their opposition and hostility
1t would, In our opinion, be much easier to get a
resolution through instructing our Representatives
and Senators In Congress to urge the immediate
abolition of slavery in the South for to all appear
ance, nine -tenths of the members Of this Assembly
are determined abotionists. We have much talk
against the Southern league; but, observe this
prediction, that the time is not far distant when
we shall have Northern league, which will
commence in this State, and be headed by the
leaders OF both factions The insoent domi-
neerng tone OF the South, will hasten that event ;
and Its conduct in the Baltimore Convention, in
throwing over Van Buren because he was not
"Southern'' enough, set the ball in motion, which
may eventually end In dissolution of the Union.
The committees are now at work, and in few
days business will be under full operation. Mr.
Grain, of Herkimer, is placed at the head of Ways
and Means, and I. X. Lee, of Westchester, chair.
man of the Judiciary.
One Ct the three OF four quadrilles, which
are ar cy annually sy%sp % as asre ns. By the Cite Of
Hall, and was beautiful affair The large dining
room of Landon's, the finest ball room in the Uni
ted States, was comfortably filled with the fashion
Of the city and ,S, the Distinguished strangers
sensible people, commenced dancing at 81 in the
evening, and broke up at IL precisely. Among
the distinguished ladies present, were the
millionaire Senator, Miss B the two Miss SIS
and RS, one of whom is shortly to be mar
ried to gentleman of your city; also the daughter
OF gentleman who alternates between New York
Of your city, was very attentive. Miss N. was
dressed in beautiful and very becoming Scotch
plaid and attracted the attention of several gentle
men who were constant In their attendance on
this lady. The ladies' of the State officers were
also IN action, and seemed greatly to enjoy them
selves, whilst their husbands were running to and
fro, operating with members and others fer the
election OF Young and Dix. Dr. w. of this city,
gave himself much importance, by a stiff strut
about the room, and his earnest enquiries Of "that
lady's name" This gentleman was very consp
cuous, and thought proper to introduce new fra-
with his hat in hand the latter being covered with
fine cambrc ruff1es and rings. Three or -four
waltzes were danced with much elegance and
taste, but as to the Polka, we, perhaps, better say
nothing about 1t. The managers of the ball were
extremely polite and attentive, the ladies sweet
and beautiful, the lights brilliant and gay, and jew.
elry In profusion. We noticed one lady with
pearl wreath around her head, and a necklace Of
the same material, which fell upon bosom OF
alabaster whiteness and beauty. The simplicity
of this ladys dress attracted our attention, and we
could not but think how much more elegant she
appeared than those who were bedecked with
Iewery to the amount OF thousands An elegant
supper completed the evenings entertainment
The Hon. Ely Moore is here, and has ssevera times
been closeted with the Governor 1t is understood
that he is on business of highly important cha
racter VKRlTAs.