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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1845-12-14

INTELLIGENcE ERoM TExAs-We have re-
ceived a letter from the Parish Of De Soto,
under date OF the l4th November, giving &C.
count of affairs the Texian frontier II seems that
the quarrel between the factions of Regulators and
Moderators" which so seriously disturbed the quiet Of
the country last year has hot yet been entirely qeed
In the early part OF October II is stated one John Wal
den Of Hrrson county, belonging the faction of the
Moderators" having heard that his lie threatened
by one OF the opposite clan, named Davidson of Rus
county, anticipated that design, and killed Davidson
The murder was committed in Shelby county. The af-
fair crerted much excitement large party of David.
sons friends had turned out to capture Walden and 30
OF his clan had vountee ed to protect him. The result
was not known i Is obvious, adds informant. that
these disorders will continue until the country IL brought
under the jurisdiction ofthe United States.
The same correspondent relates also the following
"On the twenty eighth day Of this month
young man called sinondg only eighteen or nineteen
years OF age is sentenced to be hung at Shejbytown
county Of shelby in Texas for the murder of Mr. Tut
case OF such savage romance is seldom brought to no.
tice. When arrested Simonds attempted to implicate
two others but they were cleared from any part
cpaton IN the crime Since his condemnation he has
made full confession o prctonds he fell vole ntly in
love with TUFTS wife, and the conclusion that
~ making way yith Tut he could obtain her. With
this idea ne lay In wator t..e husband in field where
he was ploughing with the intention Of shooting him
Smonds cut away the bushes with knife which no
hbited and watched his intended victim plough
two rounds his purpose failing him each time As Tut
approached the place of his conccament the third time
however smonds nred and the unfortunate husband fell
ana never spoke afterwards Smonds ent to the house
OF hia victim and seized and fonied infant in such
manner as to alarm Mrs. Tuu who only wit.
m0ue no
attempt to escape was arrested and speedily put his
trial The community generally, Regulators and Mode.
raors are disposed the law should take its course"
ny recent arrivals have datos from Corpus Christi
up to the oath ut but correspondents all state that
there IS not an item Of worth relating. All was
quiet in camp, and the men generally healthy, in
good spirits and prepared for any emergency 1t would
appear that Corpus Christi Is increasing very fast in po
yuiatlon, partly owing to tho number Of who have
been discharged from the army New houses are 70.
pidy going up, and they are about establishing
theatrical III. company. Pretty ve for place that was
but a rancho six months since.
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LITERARY INTELLIGENCE.

A new work is expected at Washington this week,
which suits the times, and will present the specie of
information which the public curiosity demands.
We know the author his Abilities services, and ex-
perience in Texas. tits thus noticed in "Wiey and
Putnam's Literary lntelligencer" Of the present
month:
"GEsERAL GREEs's TExAN,ExPEpITIos.--We have the
pleasure that Gen T. Green's o,al the
Terrain Expedition against Mer, &C., is passing rapidly
through the press and will be speedily published
handsome octave volume with thirteen illustrations &c,
by Messrs. Harper Brothers. OF New York. This work
doubtless will become extremely popular throughout the
United States especially In the southern section Of
country, from the nature Of the subject itself ire
specve of other considerations and learn from
literary friend who has gone the manuscripts that its
narrative is Of the most stirring and exciting nterestex
lit will we expect be found interesting General Green
noted down. generally at the time they occurred the per-
lis exploits and suferngs OF his eventiu career his i'm
prsonmen in and ultimate escape FROM the castle OF Pc
roe the casualties and disasters that attended the
campaign also graphic sketches and biographical notices
distinguished connected with the deeply interesting
and ultimate of this infant State; together with
Elections upon the present political and probable future
ations Of Texas Mexico and the United States These
own country well Of that from which the young
public has heroicaly her freedomn this respect
the book will he regarded OF high values and to the
raj reader the extent variety and thrilling character of its
Incidents which presented with all the coloquial
with much pcturesqueness must constitute this forth
coming production of General Green great, If not uni
versal favorite We anxiously await its appearance
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PER THE TELEGRAPH

We are indebted to Mr. Vail, of the Telegraph
office of this city, for Mexican news received at the
office of the Baltimore Republican" to-day This
news comes from friend at Pensacola and was
brought there by the Saratoga. Instead of giving
the summary by the Telegraph, we give the details
received from the Saratoga Cat Pensacola) at the
Navy Department These official accounts are
published this evening. We had summary in last
evening The letter from Pensacola received at the
Baltimore Republican says:
"The policy Of the Mexican government has I'M
dergone change. They cease to speak of the
United States party with whom they are to wage
war, and have taken the ground that they are ar
rayed only against their revoed province of Texas,
which is to be subdued at once For this purpose,
General Paroles has marched to Matamoras, on the
Rio del Norte, with 5000 men, They are equip
ping their navy, and increasing the number of their
gunboats. Mexico is convinced that England has
persuaded her to take false step in offering to ac-
knowledge the independence of Texas, and that no
aid is to be expected from that quarter"
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BIZ Boteler, Dom, & Co.

GALE OF HANDSOME HOUSEHOLD FUR
- NITURE.-We shall sell, at the house of Mr..
John Douglas, on G street, the corner of 18th
street, on Tuesday next, the 9th instant, common
cling at ten o'clock all his handsome and well-kept
furniture, consisting of, in part
Handsome pier glasses and tables with marble
tops
Mahogany chairs, sofa, and divans
Handsome mahogany arm-chairs
Centre table, marble-top card tables
Mahogany bedsteads
Handsome parlor and chamber carpets
Oilcloth, beds, hair mattresses, bedding, DC.
Marble washstands, mahogany wardrobe
A very handsome extension table, which will
open 80 feet
Dressing and plain bureaus.
Besides all other articles used in handsome esab-
lishment, nearly new having been in use but about
six months, made in the best Manner and kept in
good order; presenting chance for housekeepers,
and those about to commence, which rarely occurs.
The terms Of sale are: All sums of and under $50,
cash; over $50, and not exceeding 5000, two and
four months; over 5000, two four, and six months;
the purchasers giving notes with approved endor-
BoTELER, DOM, g. CO.,
Auctioneers.
The sale of Douglass furniture, which was 70
have taken place on the 9Th, to be postponed TILL
Thursday next, the 18th instant.
BOTELER, DONN, q CO.,
Sept. 9-ts Auctioneers.
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career has been eventful one and il Is not inn
probable that he reared by tender hands, and
was, at the very moment Of his crime, the hope Of
some widowed mother, and the stay Of young
family He was utterly prostrutcd with the enor-
nifty of guilt and the shame Of detection. He
committed by the mayor for further hearing and
while awaiting, in side room, the direction OF
the officer who had him in charge, and who
was called TO the door, he darted through win
dow into Fifth street, and ran, closely pursued
by the officer, who followed him through the
window. He was soon retaken, and committed
to prison. But the painful drama did not end
here. Either overcome with remorse, heart-brokeu
by his detection or else under the influence Of lauda
mum, the young man, who was so fall OF health and
life on Saturday, died in his cell in Moyamensing
prison on Sunday Many believe that he died un-
der the prostration Of his faculties following his de-
lection, arrest, and imprisonment Such is the sad
and melancholy sequel of a career that, perhaps,
promised TO be one of usefulness and honor; but
which, no doubt, under the influence of bad compa-
ny, bad habits, and desire to live without labor,
terminated in disgracefu death in felon's chains!
How full of mournful and impressive teaching is
this sad event.
Two great fires took place early on Sunday morn
ing in this city, by which considerable amount of
was destroyed. The occurred about
one o'clock, at the sugar refinery Of Rondet & Ca
net back of Second street, near Arch--which, with
&C., was wholly destroyed loss about
$4,000 The other took place about haf-past two
o'clock, in Broad street, near Cherry, and proved
very destructive. A number of fine warehouses,
and considerable quantity Of -four, were destroy
ed. This confagration lit up the entire western
part of the city, and was the cause, not only of a
great loss Of property, but several persons, who
were at work attempting to save the property of
others, were seriously injured, or two of them
fatally This is to be regretted. The loss by this
fire is estimated at $50, 00O-most Of it covered by
Both the caamities described, are sup
posed to be the work Of incendiaries.
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NAVAL.

The United States ship ST. Louis arrived at Nor
folk, champion Roads,) September 8, (Monday,)
after an unusually quick passage of thirty days from
Rio Janeiro.
Captain McKeever reports the general health Of
officers and crew good, and the occurrence of no
casualties
The brig Perry, Commander Paine, sailed in
company with the ST. Louis, and may be daily ex-
pected.
The ST. Louis sailed from the United States for
the East India station in May, l643, and has
therefore been absent about two years and four
months.
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GENERAL WORTH.
ST. AUGUSTINE, EAST FLORIDA,
August 26, l645.

ST. AUGUSTINE, EAST FLORIDA,
August 26, l645.
To the Editor fhe Union:
The withdrawal of the United States troops from
this post, in consequence of the late warlike move
ments in Mexico, led to the following correspond
ence, to which you are respectfully requested to
give place in the columns Of the "Union." The
tribute which il contains to Gen. Worth, was due
from the citizens of ST. Augustine to that distn.
guished officer, who had been SO long stationed
amongst them, and who, by his conduct in COM
mand, and his amiable department in his intercourse
with the citizens, acquired their respect, and con-
ciliated the regard and esteem of the whole commu
nifty. The State at large, it may be added, owes
lasting debt of gratitude to Gen. Worth, for having
brought to successful termination the disastrous
Indian hostilities by which it had been desolaied
and nearly dispeopled and in which, as in the
fable of the "Lion and the Gnat," the very in
significance of the foe served but to increase
his powers of annoyance, and multiply his
chances of IMMUNITY and escape. In the
new field to which he has now been called, we
doubt not that this able and efficient officer will
sustain the reputation which he has gained in Flor-
da, and which he had previously acquired, both in
our last war with England, and in quoting the bor-
der difficulties which at one time threatened to in
volve again the two countries in war.
We are, sir, your obedent servants,
The subscribers TO the address.
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have been the victims, and the expenses necessarily
incurred in our tedious and hitherto ruitless efforts
10 obtain remuneration for our losses.
In this state of things, we have thought that we
might with proprety invoke the aid fine government
in accomplishing object in which il has deep and
important interest. We desire to see every indiyid
ual in the Union, every diplomatic and other agent
abroad, furnished with the means of sustaining the
honor, and vndicati6g the measures of the govern
ment, when assailed in regard TO its transactions
with Mexico This can be accomplished by suit
able circulation Of the articles to which we have re-
ferred. Al the same time, we, with equal earnest
ness ask the deliberate attention of the Executive
itself to the exposition given in these papers Of the
number and character of the wrongs perpetrated by
Mexico upon the citizens of the United States--of
the repeated and solemn assurances which have been
gwen, that these Injuries should be redressed and
justice enforced, If necessary, with the whole power
OF the nation-of the mild and forbearing policy
which has been pursued towards this unscrupu-
lous nelghbor, and Of the perfdy and duplicity
by which all our efforts have been defeated. We
feel the most assured confidence that such an exam
nation of the subject ask may be given TO
the case, will satisfy the Executive that the honor
and dignity and good faith of the nation mperious-
ly demand that prompt and decisive measures be
adopted TO enforce that justice which experience
shows cannot be obtained by other and milder
means. We have strong reasons, upon which we
confidently rely, that the honor and good faith of
the country will not be furnished at your hands. To
yon sir, therefore, we appeal.
Without presuming to indicate the mode in which
The objects at which aim are to be accomplished
but submitting that to the wisdom of the President
we would, however, respectfully suggest the pro-
priety of causing full statement to be prepared
from the documents on file in the Department Of
State, of the nature and character of each claim with
the amount to which the party is entitled; and that
Mexico be required to pay the balance of the awards
made under the convention of 1889, with such fur
Their sum shall be ascerained TO he Justly due
upon the unadjudicated cases; and upon the refusal
or further delay the part of that government to
comply with the requisilion the subject be submit
ted TO Congress- with full exposition of the views
of the Executive for the final action of that body
Copy from minutes
A LEGGETT, Chairman
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To the Editor Of the Union
SAVANNAH, september S, Is45

SAVANNAH, September 5, l645.
The fanatical spirit evinced by portion of the
press of the country-at the head OF which stands
the "National lntelligencer'can have no other IS
sue, and it seems to dispassionatc observer can
have no other object than to drive the wing party of
the country to the support of the admins
tration.
am fain to believe that these journals are labor
ing under some strange hallucination, not to per-
ceve this. Or they under foreign pay and infu-
encei We must adopt of these views, to account
for their thoroughly suicidal course am led to
these remarks from reading some of the late leading
editorials Of the abovenamed paper upon the au-
hority Of the President to station the troops
in Texas, and those which may hereafter go there,
upon the banks of the Rio Bravo. This authority
is viewed in this region, by nine out Of every ten
men, (aside from party feeling,) as unquestion-
able. | am a wing myself but will not acknowl-
edge any man as leader Of the party who will or
can adopt such views and such course: and, believe
me, such is the feeling of host Of Others The
course your journal has defended and adopted upon
this question has given universal satisfaction; and
allow me to say that the administration will be tri-
umpheny sustained in its views and measures up.
on this question by every American heart in the
country. Our country, first, last, and ever, is the
universal sentiment; and il Mexico thoroughly
blinded by passion as to obscure her better judg.
ment, and make or declare war upon US, then il
will be the duty Of the President to march force Of
fifty thousand men into the country, and plant oui
glorious banner upon the Irrational palace" itself
and not only take possession, but hold it also, til
Mexico not only sues for peace, but guarantees tn,
payment Of the expenses Of the war.
We want no foreign mediation upon this subject
and ought not to accept any-being entirely com
petent TO manage our own affairs.
lei will be agreeable to you, you may hear from
me again at some future time.
- A GEORGIA WING.
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The reprint ofthis magazine for August, has alrea-
DIV come to hand. This simple announcement is suf-
fcien to apprize the reader that there is store of
good reading to be had a very trivial cost. Christie
pher North, we perceive, continues his essays on
the British critics-hs subject in the present num-
Der being the McF'lecnoe of Dryden, and the
Dunciad Of Pope, illustrated by copious extracts.
There is also good critique on Micheet's Priests,
Women, and Families, which has created great
sensation in Paris; and we have perused with
much interest a graphic sketch of the career OF
Zumalacarregu, eminent leader on the Carlist
side, in the late civil war in Spain. Marston, or
the Memoirs Of Statesman, is continued.
MIR. w. F. Bayy, stationer, Pennsylvania avenue,
between lth and 18th streets, is the agent for
Blackwood, and all the reprints of the British
Quarterlies by Messrs. Scott and Co.
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Orr GREEN ISLAND

(near Vera Cruz,) Aug. l6.
| avail myself of the sailing of the United States
schooner Firt, toinform you that the Saratoga an
chored here on the l4th instant.
The mail of to-day from the city Of Mexico
brings information of the election Of General Herre-
ra to the presidency, the resignation Of the old cab
net and the formation of new one, consisting of
Manuel Pefa y PeRa, minister for Foreign Rela-
tons, Pedro Areaya, minister of War; and Fer
nandez del Castillo OF Hacienda, Cor of Enance,)
Congress has voted loan to enable the govern
ment to prosecute the against Texas; but at so
low rate of interest," that great, if not insuperabe,
difficulties will be found in effecting it.
in communication of this days date,
informs me that he had SEEM letter from source
which he knew could be depended upon, that the
Mexican government WILL or are, collecting a force of
no declaration of war, they mean to make rush at
about it; and that the time talked of is September,
He remarks: Snow, this is so much in character
with the Mexcans, that believe it to be true. 1t
is true, they will not be able to get the loan of
fifteen millions, but they will get enough to get
them into the war; and, Mexcan-ke, they don't
how they are to get out"
-- told me, day or two since, that it had
been intimated to him that minister from the
United States would, no doubt be received with
pleasure by the Mexican government.
The Saratoga exchanged salutes yesterday morn
ing with the batteries, and she has been rendered
by the captain-general with the civties of the
port.
The officers and crew Of The Saratoga are in the
enjoyment of good health
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Extract of a letter from


Extract Of aieiter from
PENSACOLA, August 81, 1S45
(The Saratoga has returned to Pensacola.)
She had proceeded, in compliance with the in
structons Of Captain Conner, to Vera Cruz, off
which port she arrived on the 10th August; but
was unable, owing TO light airs, Gains, and contrary
winds, to reach the anchorage under Green Island
until the 14th On communicating with the shore,
the next day, information received "that war
had not yet been declared against the United States;
but that the Mexican Congress had voted loan Of
prosecute the war against Texas" So low an in.
terest offered that it was thought the loan could
not be negotiated. 1t appears to be the received
opinion at Vera Cruz, that Mexico will not declare
war against the United States--contenting herself
with carrying hostilities vigorously against Tex
as. On the 10th, the Saratoga exchanged sa-
lutes with the batteries. On the 18th, the United
States schooner Flrt arrived in fourteen days from
Chagres
On Monday, the 18h the mail from the city of
Mexico brought news Of the election Of General
Herrera to the presidency and the formation of the
new cabinet, consisting of the following members:
Gas above.)
letter was received from Vera Cruz, which
states that the writer had letter, from source
which he knows can be depended upon, in which it
is said that the government of Mexico did not intend
to declare war against the United States; but that
they were collecting force of 25, 900 men, and
centrating them on the frontier, to make sudden
rush on Texas, before the government of the United
States should be aware of their intentions.
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COLLEGIATE SCHOOL,

Al street. bet,ceen Pennsylvania apenns and street.
rs now open for the reception Of pupils Circu-
i lars containing details may be had by applying
to the Principal, at the school-rooms. As some
changes have been made in the charges for tuition,
the terms will be inserted:
English. ....................S6
English and Mathematics. ............8
For those reading the earlier Latin books.
For more advanced classical pupils ....10
French and Drawing, extra.
The following gentlemen, who have had sons UNI
der his care, are referred to:
Rev. H. Stringfellow, J. p. lngle, esq,
James Adams, esq.,, E. Lindsey, esq,
Joseph H. Bradley, esq. Gen. R. G. Woightman.
C. w. FEEKS,
(successor to s. G. Bul6nch,) Principal.
Sept 5-d1w
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Consulate OF THE UNITED STATES,
VERA Cruz, August 16, l645
SIR Considering the present state Of affairs be-
tween this republic and that of our own country, !
deemed it prudent to CALL myself the captan-gen-
eral, before presenting Lieutenant Hunter.
l am happy to say that this gentleman was re-
ceived with more than ordinary civility, and the
tender of gun for gun offered, with repeated assu-
RANGES that it would be done with no common pleas
ure-at the same time rendering to yourself every
offer of hospitality the city afford
The time for the salute at 8, a. m, tomorrow
morning.
have the honor to be- sir,
With great respect,
Your obedien servant
FIN. DIMOND.
Con-. T. SBUBRIcK,
U. S. ship Saratoga, of Green Island.
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PROSPECTITS.


TN the city of New York, about the first Of Octo-
i Der, l845, will be commenced the publication Of
Saturday paper, entitled "TaE EXAMINER"
weekly review Of the worlds progress in science,
philosophy politics, arts, literature, manners, and
morals--by THOMAS L. NICHOLS.
In size and form, the EXAMINER" will be me-
dIum-and-a-half quarto; in paper and typography,
elegant the finest book work. and in matter alto
gether unique and original. Holding to perfect toll
Grafton in matters of opinion, it will impartiay ex-
anime all creeds, theories, systems, and specua.
tions-especially those affecting the great social
problems which now agitate the world. Every dis
covery in science, every phenomenon in nature,
every achievement in art or literature, will be care
fully noticed. The manners, the morals, the avoca-
tons, and amusements Of society, will receive the
attention they merit. The EXAMINER shall be, -
far possible, liberal, candid, impartial, bold, and
truthful.
Mailed, for any period, at the rate of THREE DOL
LARs A yEAR. Letters, enclosing subscriptions,
should be addressed Cat his cost, If enclosing one
''''' THOMAS L. NICHOLS, New York.
Sept. 3-5t