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now taken by the Potomac steamboat and Richmond
and Fredericksburg and Richmond and Petersburg
railroads. to Norfolk, Virginia, at the low rate Of
five dollars and fly cents, including meals on the
James river boat.
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Admission reduced to 25 cents.
LAST WEEK.
GRAND EXHIBITION OF illuminated
II chemical Dioramas. at Carusi,s Sa-

" VHOHf1Nuf OTVTdH1us, Ht NdF HsI Od-
loon, commencing on Monday evening, June l,
and continuing during the week.
|. Milan Cathedral.
2. Crucifxion.
3. Holy Sepulchre.
4. Beshazzar's Feast.
R. WINTER begs leave to inform the citizens of
Washington and vicinity that his exhibition will be
opened above, when he trusts his endeavors to
please will insure him continuance Of the patron
age so literally bestowed on him in other cities.
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S3,076,670=6l5,334

"Leaving an excess of f2S5, 1874
(Which you will allow is an ample margin for all
contingencies, and for providing the annual sum Of
ESQ, 600 for the redemption of the capital, pro-
posed by the minister"
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The Mexican debt i'm England.

For some time past there has not been a question
discussed with much interest in the city circles
as mat OF the acceptance or rejection of the Mex
lean propositions. The committee, il is expected
VIII declare IN their favor, but from the communion
hons we reced both oral and by letter. there is rea
son to believe that there will be strong oppositon
on the part of the deferred interest, who are not
in the least convinced by the arguments of the other
party.
The great and important point for which ,b.v
contended is, that those arguments which involve =
distinction between their own position in October
S47 and that Of the active hondholders al the nre
ent moment, are entirely nugatory; and thew refer
with confidence to the terms Of the aereemep,
which is endorsed both on the deferred and
on the acg e bonds The third article of the decree
upon which the operation of 1897 was based. 4
there described as having been modified and the
modification is cited as follows:
''lnterest on the national consolidated fund shall
be payable in London half yearly, on the Let OF
April, and on the LIST Of October Of each year. The
bonds Of the first series 10 commence to bear inter-
est the Let Of October, 1897 those of the second
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OFFICE OF TRANSFORMATIONS 3. & o. r R.,
Washington, June 9, ls46.
TNHE PUBLIC are respectfully informed that
l. and after Thursday next, the 4th inst, a
train of cars will be despatched from this depot daily
Except Sundays for Baltimore at 49, O'Clock, p.
m. by which passengers will be able to connect
with the O'Clock train for Philadelphia.
BY order; .,. ....... FL. s.E.
SAMUEL STETTlNIUS,
June 2--6t Agent
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STEAM SHIP GREAT BRITAIN
- As there is doubt of the above ship being en-
trely ready for Saturday, il has been thought
advisable detain her till Monday, the 9Th instant
on which day she will positively sail, at 3 p. N.
RICH. IRWIN.
NEw YoRK, June ], 1916.
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NOW, according 10 The State
ment Of the Mexican FL
nance Minister, the GUS
tom-houses Of Vera Cruz
and Tampico produce an
nually $4,000, 600; and
therefore the 20 per cent.
assigned for the interest on
the foreign debt would be :
"The duties on the exporta-
ton Of silver from the ports
in the Pacific (Which he
proposes TO add =
"And the minimum net rev.
enue of the tobacco mo-
nopoIy, which is also pro-
posed to be added =
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900
100000
l,5l6,670
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
KING STREET THEATRE.

On Saturday evening last, the 2Sthth ult..
the "Thespian Society" played again TO a
crowded house. The plays selected were the
laughable farce of Popping the Question"
and the beautiful Comedy of the Midnight
Hour" in both OF which the characters were
all sustained with much judgment aud taste
We cannot too warmly recommend this So
ciety to the patronage of the communlty-our
young friends seem actuated by a laudable
ambition Of self-improyement, and have cho-
sen this means for accomplishing their ends.
We have seen nothing in the performance
the order and conduct of the Society, that is
not in accordance with ''the ctestpropriety,
and deserving Of praise and commentator
1t is pleasant place Of resort-there our cit-
zens meet in safe and social friendship, and
pass off the evening", is not like the theatre
OF the crowded city, where call kinds Of birds"
are mingled together-here we all know each
other, and meet upon terms Of neighbors and
friends.
We do not intend 10 pass any remarks up
on the merits of any one Of the company
where all do so well il might oe deemed in
vidious TO particularize, but we are sure we
may be pardoned a reference to the excellent
hit made by that comical "old gentleman"
who. SOLITARY and alone" popped up "lke
Venus .jist out Of the sea-" and Laughed, and
made US all laugh together" He was decided
" "THE STAR" of the evening.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
GEN. SCOTT.

We see no confirmation in the Washington
papers of the rumored appointment of Maj.
Gen SCOTT to the Chief Command Of the Ar
my in Mexico. But we are inclined TO the
belief that such an appointment has been made,
and that he will soon be on his way to the
Seat Of War. The Philadelphia y. S. Ga=-
cite of Monday last, the 30,h ult, makes the
annexed remarks in connection with Gen.
ScoTT's appointment
ARMIsricE WITH MExIco.-We see in the
papers, limitations that negotiation will ere
long be opened, by which the ttco Republics
Of North America may settle their difference,
without a continuance of war; and additional
boodshed. We do not know how that nego-
tlation will be commenced, nor is it Of much
consequence TO us. as, OF course, the PROPOSE
ton will come from the other side Of the Rio
del Norte. We believe that hopes are enter
tanned in high quarters, that the proposition
will be made; and we infer that the orders TO
Gen. SCOTT TO take command Of the Army,
originated in the belief that he would promote
the proposition sooner than any other General.
private letter from Washington, written
by one VINO has access TO the ''powers that
be-" mentions that Gen. ScorT has declared
10 the Presidents Cabinet, that if the whole
direction Of the Mexican war should be COM
mltted to his immediate charge, he will bring
il TO a close in July next, at an additional cost
of S25 100000. Gen. SeorT makes calcu-
latlon before he makes an assertion, and we
are bound to believe Of our informant is cor
recO that he can do what he promises, and,
consequently the Government does well TO
place the direction olihe war in his hands.
He has experience ard judgment; he has
nothing else to do, and can GO and see that the
work is done according to his direction. Ev-
cry man must desirethe close of war, that
certainly brings no credit TO the country, that
adds nothing 10 the prosperity of the people,
or true glory OF the Government.
Since writing the above. we find the follow
ing in the Newark Daily Advertisers
Gen. ScorT is still in New York. He
goes to Mexico with carte blanche from the
administration, which asked his counsel on
Monday, and promptly adopted it concerning
future operations. Gen. TAYLOR also desires
his presence and aid. The Presidents Mes
sage, we hear, will ask for forty millions of
dollars. and fifty thousand men. to conquer
peace at once"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
THE VIRGINIA REGIMENT.

The services of several Companies, at last
dates from Richmond, had been rendered TO
the Governor, but whether any Of them are
entirely filed up, we are not yet advised We
have no fears, however, for Virginia-we can
not suffer ourselves to believe that she will so
far tarnish her illusuious name and reputation
as TO fail in contributing a single Regiment to
the service Of the Country. Spirited meetings
have been held in Richmond, at one of which
the gallant Capt WALLER, Of the Texas Ran
gers, just from the Seat Of War, was present
and addressed them. He is represented TO be
a young man of about 80 years of age-the
soul Of honor and courage, and as modest and
unpretending as though the laurels of victory
did not cluster in freshness around his brow
He has also been at Washington. his native
city, where he was welcomed home BY his
former friends and townsmen with grea, en-
thusiasm. He came on TO Washington on
business with the War Department connected
with the New Rife Regiment formed last
Spring, and TO the command Of which he has
been appointed by the Government. He is
now Col. WALRER-an honor thus early won
by his own exertons: may he live to win
still farther laurels He told our Richmond
boys to come on--that their services were need
ed-that there was work 10 do
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
WINTER Is HERE!

We dislike very much to he dunnng our
patrons, but necessity compels US to say to
them, that we cannot get along without mo
ney, and must have it, We have pressing
engagements to meet, and nothing but money
viii answer; and we should be very much
obliged to all who know themselves indebted
to US, to come forward and pay US of, We
must also provide for winter, and we want our
money to pay for our pork, wood, sc. These
requests must be attended tor we must re-
sort TO other means (however disagreeable) TO
obtain our just dues. ltmaters not what hap
pens-our paper must come out every week,
and our patrons be served with it; yet how
few Of them have thought of US, our necessi-
ties, and our weekly expenditures Of time, abor
and MONEY, for then use and accommodation.
We ask them to think of us and come to town
and pay us--or send US the money-.for mo
ney zoe must hare.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
TIE PROSECUTION OF THE WAR.

The "UEIoN" passes a high compliment
upon Com. PERRY for his two successful Ma.
val expeditions against Tabasco and Tampico,
and declares their capture to be Of the utmost
importance in their consequences. 1t appears
that the Mexican troops had all been with
drawn from Tampico and marched to San
Luis Potosi. This man9uyre was induced BY
the interrogation of the letters of our Secretary
of War, by SANTA Anna. But he viii miss
the mark altogether Tampico is now in our
possession, and Com PERRY is already prepa-
ring 10 garrison it with troops, &C., to fortify
il and defend il against the Mexicans. BY the
capture Of these two cities. the enemy will be
cut Oh from all commerce with the neighhor-
ing provinces Of YucATAs, BY which he was
doubtless supplied, In great measure, with the
munitions of war. We are highly pleased 10
see the success Of our Naval forces--conten
ding as they have to do, with so many natural
distractions in reaching these towns upon the
coast
Some idea may be formed Of the response Of
the country TO the call Of the nine Regiments
Of Volunteers, from the annexed extract from
the Onion" 1t will be seen that the troops
raised in Eastern Virginia, at the request ofthe
Governor, will be permitted to rendezvous at
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
DEFENCE OF CRANEY ISLAND.

On the first page Of to-day's Gazette. our
readers will observe an interesting extract from
THoMPsoN's History, giving some reminiscent
ces Of our late War with Great Britain. The
Virginia Volunteers there referred to, were in
part from the County of Berkeley. This rem
iniscence is peculiarly appropriate at this time
when call is pending for a Regiment of Vol
unteers for the Mexican War, from this State.
We sincerely trust that the call made upon
Virginia will be responded to with prompt
,ude and spirit, and that the good old County
of Berkeley, always ready in every emergen-
cy of her Country's need, will not be found
wanting at the present crisis. Success to those
brave spirits, who, regardless of self, find in a
patriotic devotion to the glory of their Coun-
try, an ample reward for the pnvatious and
perils of soldiers life.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
SEARS FAMILY MAGAZINE.

We have received the first No. OF SEARS
New PIcToRIAL FAMILY MAGAZINE, for lS47 4,
and do no more than justice in saying that it
is one of the cheapest and best periodicals Of
the day. 1t has, unquestionably, greater
claims upon the especially upon the
Christian poruon-than any other monthly
publication we know of, and we would be
pleased TO see it have large circulation in our
midst Mr.. SEARS effort to disseminate use
full and religion knowledge, in this form, are
worthy of all praise and if the subsequent
numbers of this excellent Magazine retain the
spirit, talent and beauty of the present one, it
surely win find its way into every section of
the Union. 1t is an octave monthly Of As pa
ges, and published at the low price of 81 per
annum, or two copies sent to one address for
So, RENTED free of postage: See Prospectus
in another column. Further particulars may
be had by calling at our Office.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
CAPTURE OF TAMPICO.

Preparations for its retention Ordnance
and troops 10 be Immediately despatched.
| BY the arrival of the U. S. steamer Mis-
sissipPi Com. Perry at the S. w. Pass,
news was received 10 New Orleans, on the
ooh ult., of the capture of Tampico by the
U. S. squadron on the 18th ut.
The New Orleans Picayune. Of the 2lst
ult., gives the following particulars of the
events as well as of preparations making
in that city for reintorcements Of men and
munitions OF war:
| The fleet sailed under Commodore Con.
ner on the | llh and 18th ult On the l4th
! Commodore Perry crossed the bay with
the Sptfire, Vixen. Petrol, Bonita and
/ Refer, reinforced from the Cumberland,
Mississippi, Princeton and St. Mays
There was no opposition made to the Ame-
rlcan arms. The town was surrendered
Internationally, the garrison having been
I previously Withdrawn.
| The Mississippi sailed Immediately Tor
the Balze for troops to garrison the city
In coming hither Com. Perry touched at
the Brazos and despatched a Lieutenant
to General Patterson's camp to obtain
troops for the garrison. The Mississippi
then came to the Baize for the same OBJ
iject. We learn from proper sources thai
about one hundred and fifty men, recruit
ed for the Isl and Sd Infantry, will be
despatched Immediately for Tampico. A
detachment of these troops has already ar
lived the remainder are expected to-day
or tomorrow. Besides these, four com
panles of the new regiment of mounted
rlhemen, under MAJOR Burbidge, will be
sent 10 Tampico as soon as they arrive
They are hourly looked for.
Capt. Hetzel, of the Quarternaster'
! Department, has been despatched TO Baton
Rouge for ordnance and munitions, and
Captain Barnard, of the Engineers, viii
repair directly to Tampico 10 superIntend
The erecting and arming of the necessary
deiences.
Although the city was taken without
the loss OF blood it is manifest that 1t IS
not 10 be surrendered without struggle
before peace is declared. The town Is
now in the possession of the marines and
sailors Of the feet, who cannot be wen
spared from their ships. As soon as the
place is sufficiently garrisoned by lane
forces, the squadron will proceed to other
business. A change has come over the
feet and We doubt not of its future useful
ness. Many of our naval officers regTe'
that Tampico was surrendered without
blow. Its well enough as il is. We TO-
cline 10 the opinion that the place will be-
come OF the utmost consequence 10 the IN
tended operations upon the interior The
withdrawal of the Mexican garrison IS
evidence that Santa Anna is making pre-
parations for demonstration upon a large
scale in the direction Of San Louis Potosl
or Saliillo-more probably at the former
We were gratitied 10 learn that Gov
johnson, as soon as he heard tina, the MIS-
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
Richmond neutrality-suspicious.. The Union

says
Rn, the efforts of the war do not end here.
The government will press rs vigorous prose
cution with all its energy. Time VIII develop
the ulans which are formed. Enthusiasm
Is now the word. both in the army and navy
and each arm Of the service will nval the oth
er in bravery. energy, enthusiasm, and sue
cess.
Nothing. too. can be more cheering than the
rapid formation of the nine new regiments oil m
tantry. We understand that since the battles
of Nav last al least SOC, 0o0 volunteers have
offered their services TO the government
Such is the enthusiasm of a free people. The
regiment Of Virginia, under this new call, will
soon be completed. Several companies have
already offered themselves 10 the Governor OF
the State; and, at his request, those which are
formed in the eastern portion OF the Common
wealth will be mustered into service at Rich
mond their ultimate destination TO be assign
ed BY the Secretary.
We understand that the regiment OF New
York is nearly ready, to be under the com
mand of Col. WARD b. Burnett, formerly a
cadet at West Point.
The regiment OF Pennsylvania is ready.
The regiment of North Carolina, IT is Off
cially communicated, Will be ready on or be-
tore the LIST Of January.
The South Carolina regiment (Mr. PIERCE
BUTLER as Colonel is rapidly advancing TO
maturity.
There has been no time TO hear from Missis-
sippi. Louisiana, and Texas. We understand
that Massachusetts is making preparations to
raise her regiment. There can be no doubt
that the whole force called for will be for,hcom-
lug in due season.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE.

We direct the attention of those in pursuit of
good Farm, and comfortable home, to the
advertisement of Mr.. JOS GoRRELL in our pa
per OF this week This farm will be found TO
be all that 1t is represented 10 be in the adver-
tsement-indeed we do not know a more ia
vorable opportunity for any one disposed to
make an investment IN land. We have fire.
quently heard the best judges speak in very
high terms of this farm As this farm is to be
advertised in the Maryland and Pennsylvania
papers, we can recommend persons there de-
snous OF moving 10 Virginia, to give their at
tentinn to this offer Mr.. c. is known to be
one Of our very best farmers, and any one pur-
chasing his farm, may calculate with certain
ty upon finding the land in fine life and cult
vation.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
II s SnrAmrR MISSISSIPPI.
st. John Lizardo, near Vera Cruz,

81. JOhn LiZar0o, near vera CIuL,
Nov. Sd, 1916.
SlR: 1t seems TO be just and proper, and II
is certainly gratifying task, to make known
TO YOU for the information OF the department,
the excellent conduct Of the officers and men
who served under my command IN the late ex-
petition to Tabasco. The enterprise and spir-
ii displayed by them, on every occasion, gave
sufficient evidence that in scenes more san
culinary they would do full honor to the corps
was particularly indebted to Capt FORREST
for his promptitude, cheerfulness, and judg-
ment in carrying out my instructions.
TO Commander SANDS, and officers and
men ofthe Vixen :" TO Commander ADAMS
TO Iieuts. Commanding BENHAM, STERETT,
and HAZARD, and their respective officers and
men; to Capt. Epson, and Lieuts. GIsT, WIN
SLOW. WALSH, HuNT, and PARKER, and their
detachments-in word, to all and every one
i am under lasting obligations for the zeal
and energy with which they seconded my
plans
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03

through Capt. FoRREsr, | shall adhere to a
determination resolved upon last evening not
TO fire again upon the town unless The ire
should be recommended from the shore.
regret the injury already produced but
have the consolation Of knowing that II was
altogether caused by the extraordinary conduct
Of the people Of the town.
am, gentlemen, respectfully,
Your obedlent servant,
NJ. G.. PERRY.
Messrs. LARAcn s Co, and others,
Foreign merchants in Iacasco.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03

burst lie sane upon the order ofihe chair
man Of the Committee.
On motion,
ReSofvsd, That the proceedings Of this
meeting be signed By the President and
Secretary, and published in the Virginia
Republican and Martinsburg Gazette.
On motion, The meeting adjourned.
THOMAS BROWN, Prest.
JOHN II. LIKENs, Ser'ry.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1846-12-03
S,r IrAx RAurIsrA DE TApasco.

October %, 1916.
SIR: The undersigned. foreign merchants
established in thus port of San Juan Bauilsta dc
Tabasco. in consequence Of the very serious
injury suffered in part Of their property by the
firing on this city Yesterday afternoon, take the
liberty. al neutlals 10 the present differences
between the United States and Mexico, and
IN friendly relations with the former power, to
reprcsen that continuance OF similar destruc
ton Of their property viii lead 10 their ulu-
mate ruin.
We are induced to address this communlca-
tion TO YOU, it being affirmed that unless he
military force here surrendered this city up TO
YOU. YOU felt il your duty TO continue hoSull.
ties, even 10 reducing the city 10 rulnS-a hard
case, indeed, for the parties who have now the
honor Of addressing you. almost the whole
commerce Of the place heng in their hands ;
and who, coniidng in the protection afforded
10 subjects Of foreign nations at Matamoras,
and in the march Of the u. States army up TO
Monterey. and in the declaration of the com.
modore commanding the United States squad
ron of Vera Cruz, have not prepared for such
measures as you nave uli'uN"eu !" H"NP' "
reduce this place
We thus beg most respectfully TO call your
attention 10 our position, and the positive ruin
we shall suffer should this city be destroyed,
trusting you may have it in your power to
take The sameinto your favorable consideration,
and mitigate such very disastrous results to our
several interests.
We have the honor 10 be, SIR, your very
obedient humble servants.
LABACH & Co,
WATSON, CHABOT s Co,
British merchants.
RODRIGUEZ y CIR,
ASFNClO DE ASAGAN.
PUTIEWOZ SACERDRUMlNI LA,
MANI. r. SOlEF,
Comerciantes EspanoL
ARRUEGON ID. JON G'ODAl,
MANI. r. SOLET