The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1845-08-16
Our Relations with Mexico,

The statements relative to the present position OF
our relations with Mexico are confused and contra
dctory. This arises in some measure from the vlo.
lent rartzan feeling which is manifested by the two
great political parties in this country relative the
measures adopted by government for the con-
summiiion Of the annexation of Texas. Every ru-
NOR relative to the movements in Mexico is selztd
upon by certain of the wing journals and distorted
or exaggerated to confuse and distract the pub
lie mind We will endeavor to state the exact con
diticn OF affairs accurately possible.
The last advices from New Orleans inform US that
the Mexican Consul at that port had received Off
cial instructions from the Mexican Secretary of
State, informing him that the relations between that
government and the United States had reached such
point as required the immediate cessation of all
official Intercourse; that their friendly relations
end, and that all Mexicans were 10 be directed
to take such measures for the security Of their per-
sons and property, as they might deem expedlent.-
Il is quite certain, that in New Orleans the
general opinion was, that had been declared by
Mexico; and the intelligence which pours in upon
Us from all quarters, confirms the belief that the
crisis which we have been awaiting for some time
past, has at length arrived, We should not be all
surprised to hear in few days. OF some decisive
war had indeed commenced
The government organ AT Washington, in referring
to certain various and contradictory relative
to the disposition of the United States troops
the Texan frontier declares positive terms that
these troops not to be withdrawn, and
that il expected 10 hear by the next arrival.
that General Taylor had advanced with the
lntantry under his command, far as Corpus
Christi, and perhaps penetrated the country farther
from the Gulf coast Colonel Twiggs in command
of the Dragons had advanced through Austin far.
ther west, to the vicinity, perhaps, of the Alamo.
We have also reason to believe that the Texans
themselves are now moving for the purpose Of CO.
operating with our troops. This is, perceive,
stated BY the Ua,on.
The instructions issued by the Uaited States Go
vernment to their troops the Texan frontier,
strict them entirely defensive OF action,
long Mexico remains quiet. But from all pre-
sent appearances ii is very evident that Mexico
will forcibly resist the measure adopted by
our government, to maintain the boundary line
claimed by Texas. The demagogues IN Mexico
who now manage her affairs, are stirring up with
the greatest activity the beligerent feelings of the
people. Each is trying to out-herod his rival in
this business. The Mexican people. themselves,
Ignorant, vndictlve and mlsed and excited by Bri-
fish agents, in very fitting condition to be ope-
rated upon by these ambitious and violent leaders.
Thus, then, stand at this moment our relation with
Mexico We do believe that is nearer than
many imagine. OF course, we cannot have any
fear for the issue. But the public voice begins 10
call louder and louder upon the President and his
cabinet TO summon Congress together. Ought they
not at once 10 take this step!