The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-07-23
Additional News from Mexico.-Thc Prospee-
tive Return OF Santa Anna.

[Transstions from the Havana Pspen]
vessel which sailed from Vera Cruz, attempt
ing to break the blockade, was seized by the boats
of the blockadirg squadron In the chase, every
thing was thrown overheard with the exception
of few boxes of pitch even the water was
started. The crew of the vessel captured were
afflicted with scurvy.
On the Goth June, an American soop-of war
arrived at Vera Cruz, and anchored within sight
Of the fort the same day, an American brig-of-
war was standing in the direction of the Isa-
Verde, under full sail Names not given.
The Diario del Gobierno announced that Gene
raj Mejia had been appointed communicating
chief of the army in the North.
On the 18th ult., several boats ofthe blockadng
squadron landed at Anton Li2ardo, near Vera
Cruz, and endeavored to purchase a supply of
beef-but the owners near, refused to enter into
any trade. However, the boats carried off by
force COW and three sheep. They would after
wards have repeated the attempt, "says the Mexl-
can journal, " but detachment oil cavalry ar
irving, deferred the boats from another act of
violence.
On the 2lst the diplomatic corps were received
by and paid their respects 20 the new President.
A letter from Monterey, states that "a force I'M
heavy pieces Of artilleryoend 80 wagons, had pro-
ceedrd to Reynosa, for the purpose of establish
ing permanent depot.
The decree published by the Mexican Congress
orders
1t. That during the existing war, the call for
resources shall be proportoned as may seem
most just and fit, without infringing upon the
goods of private individuals or companies; and
that aid shall be distributed most conducive to ma
tional defence.
ID That in making use of the national reve-
nue. it shall be as far as possible, appropriated to
the uses to which it has been heretofore assigned
3D. That measures Will be adopted for the pay
4th That measures shall be taken for the bet
ter regulation and increase OF the national reve-
nue., and that the different departments be con-
suited to this effect
The revolutionary movement in Jalisco did not
seem to be well received by the people, and Gen.
Guzman had succeeded in dispensing the forces
under Sr. Juan Alvarez. The last accounts had
the province being restored to pre-
sent quiet. The revolutionary party were con-
centrated at Guadalajara
At the Isla.Verda on the 18th, there were col
lected several vessels Of war. An American fri
English steamer and sloop;. Spanish frigate and
brig, and French brig and sloop. Another Eng.
lish frgate was also met near the harbor.
The Mexican papers were full of lists of dona-
tons for the sustaining of the war.
The Cumanches and Lipans still continued
their depredations in the Departments of Duran
go and chihuahua military force sent against
them had been routed. 1t was stated that the
enmity of the Indians was excited by Americans
as several had been seen with their attacking
parties.
On the I'D, severe shock Of an earthquake
was felt at Vera Cruz, but without causing any
damage.
EXTRACT FROM LETTER OF SANTA ANNA
Should the fortress of San Juan dUlloa second the
many calls upon me from other portions of Mexico, It
convinced that in banishing great injustice has been
done to me. So direct mode Of announcing my inno
Of having shared my public course in no instance
of the republic, must occasion to feel it obligatory
upon me to obey with earnest affection the wishes Of
Tho .onAT nAsok~v
the post in question. As however mas not been my
desire interfere with the of the present ad
pected of to enter Mexico unless have the counte
and support Of the gallant soldery and citizens Of
the Srtrss; and city Of Vera Cruz.
own government with that Of Herrera; his having him
self subsequently Implanted the government which
injustice; and nasmuch aware of the existing
necessity for whomsoever is in power to consider it, by
hold his position shall deem the measures which Gene
raj Paroles may consider requisite to my return
as in no way personal towerds myself but as acts which
it. shall not, therefore, deem General Paroles my
enemy. My wishes for the prosperity of my coun.
try"
From the New Orleans Picayune, July l2l
By the arrival Of the revenue cutter McLane Captain
Howard We have received advces from Havana to the
I'd inst and have gathered from the officers ofthe cutter
hints to the designs Of Santa Anna upon Mexico
and other information Of interest from the Island Of Cuba
We glad to be informed by Captain Howard that
allowed to be fitted out at Havana to depredate upon
American commerce: is the firm determination OF the
the officers Of the McLane have no doubt he will
ligiously adhere to- and Castsn faith is proverbal.
In regard to the two Mexican steamers lying at Ha
vana they are still protected by the English colors
which they array They have been offered for sale to
the Captain General will purchase the iron vessel,
the Guadaloupe
TIE Montezuma is said to be hogged" and of course
uorfh tharo IF ham, ha 10
leave Havana with the intent to cruise against
merce.
arrival of the English steamer Of the 9th inst for Vera
Cruz, Gen. Santa Anna would leave at once with his
friends Almonte and Rejon for Mexico.
This determination the part of the exPresident has
been formed upon his receiving assurances that the
Castle Of San Juan de Ulloa would upon his arrival de-
clare in his favor Gen Santa Anna expressed himself
freely in regard to the with the United States and
avowsd his resolution of doing all in his power to prose-
This IL in fact the only course which he can pursue
under the circumstances in which Mexico placed for
against the United States that would fatal for pub
lie man directly TO attempt to stem the current.
Mexico tie two great Departments Of Vera Cruz and
Tamaulpas have for some time been ripe for throwing
of the yoke Of Paredes and placing Santa Anna again
power. Intelligent gentlemen here familiar with the
politics Of the country anticipate confidently that the
next arrival win bring that Tamsulipas has al
of the ex- President.
Our previous advicss from the Department on the
RACINE and the latest message OF Paredes himself
shown us how extensive is the disafecton there We
look then for the downfall Of Psredes early day
was the general opinion in Havana and circumstan.
seemed to warrant the supposion that Santa Anna
would sail for Vera Cruz in the English brig of war
Darien but Capt. Howard doubts it, under the circum
Stances the commander Of that vessel would assume the
responsibility Of taking him to Mexico.
Should he 60 on the steamer, another question would
arise, whether Commodore Conner should allow him
land his purposes being fully declared of taking
tive part in the prosecution Of the war.
SANTA ANNA TO DoS RoMuLo DE LA vrGA.
HAVANA, June 6, 1916.
MY DEAR FRrEND-I have learned, from the public
papers lately received from Louisiana with great sor
that you have been nken prisoner and brought to
New Orleans such, with three other officers IN con-
sequence Of the disastrous battle Of the ul the
field Of La Palma, few miles distant from our city of
Matamoras
Being out Of country and forbidden return to
its territory it is truly painful to be unable offer
In person, at this time the services which have always
offered in her greatest conflicts II is equally painful
to be unable to take share in the dangers of the
meritorious army Of the republic, with whose blood
have mingled my own. in the defence of the sacred