The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-07-24


perations-The Energy OF our Govern
ment.
The latest intelligence from Mexico indicates
that the severe lessons which General Taylor and
the American forces administered to Paredes and
The Mexicans on the Rio Grande, have not had
the effect that was anticipated they would have
had in convincing the unprinciPled rulers OF that
country, that i would be madness to prolong q
contest 50 manifestly unequal. On the contrary,
it would appear that these lessons have been dis.
regarded, and that they are determined, once
more at least, to measure lances with their pow
erful opponent, in the hope, though dismal, that
success may yet perch upon their banners, in
spite oftheir late defeats, and the consequent in
jury of the morale of their troops. With this view
the most vigorous exertions are being made by
the Mexican Congress, and by private individuals
to combine all the elements of strength tor the
purpose of prosecuting the existing war, and
providing for the national defence.
We published in our papers of Wednesday and
Yesterday the extent and nature of these prepare
tons, so far as they were then known, but we
think advisable to recaptulate them In tins ar
ticle, as we consider them of the highest import
ance, indicating that this war will never be con-
cluded until the thunder of American cannon is
heard perhaps, in the centre of the city OF Mex.
co-in the veritable halls Of the Montezumas.
It appears that General Bravo is installed Pre-
sident, ad interim. and Paredes appointed COM
mander-in-chief Of the army. Preparations had
been made for suppressing all internal discussions
by the sword, for the purpose of uniting the ply.
steal and Pesuniary strength Of all the depart
ments; the CITY of Mexico was being put into
of Jafo md do 0f
the alta cks Of foreign enemy; and what
is most strange and wonderful, the inhabi-
tants of Alvarado and other places, were
freely handing in voluntary subscriptions to
replenish the treasury, 50 that it could meet all
necessary demands that may be required for
prosecuting the war; The influence of the priest
hood can be at once perceived in this latter move
ment, for it is unprecedented for the Mexicans to
offer voluntary assistance in mon and money to
their government. And no doubt the whole ma
ton to a man, is determined to retrieve their
honor, if possible, and inflict vengeance on the
American forces. Let US so understamd them at any
rate.
We think, then, probably, that the Mexican
war will be prolonged beyond the period supposed
by many.
These extraordinary and unheard of move
ments, are convincing proof that nothing short
of war conducted in the most vigorous and de-
cisive manner, will ever conquer u peace with
our unfortunate neghbors. They are intent upon
making great stand; and it becomes US, as a pow
erful people, to make such demonstration, as
will convince them of our ability to defeat their
greatest armies by administering another dreadful
lesson, and following up the blow to the capital,
where we can dictate peace on our own terms
These preparations by the Mexicans, are un-
doubleday known to the United States govern.
2lent, who are taking active measures to defeat
them. The measures that are being pursued
under the direction of General Taylor are on a
s,upendous scale, and will, when completed, and
carried out, enable that gallant officer to pursue
his march, and strike terror into the heart Of the
country. The naval preparations, too, are stu
pendous, and when completed will enable our
gallant tars to storm the hitherto considered inn
pregnable fortress of st. Juan de Ulloa, and pave
the road for the reception Of an army that will
proceed to the capital. 1t is well known that a
council of naval officers is now in session at
Washington, whchi was convened for the pur-
pose, ii is said, Of deciding upon an attack on
,his port. 1t is believed that the opinion among
our naval officers is generally in favor of storming
it, and that naval preparations commensurate
with the undertaking, have been entered into
with vigor and animation.
The following list comprises the names of the
vessels at present in the Gulf, and about to pro-
coed there, which will form squadron capable
of accomplishing this object without shadow Of
SQUADRON IN MEXICO, AND
ON SAN JUAN ULLoA.