The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1847-12-06
MAIL FROM MEXICO.


From the N o Delta, Nov 251
We learn that nftesn thousand letters were
,sved Yesterday at the post ONCE by the Alabama from
Vera Cruz, nearly all Of which distributed by
rec large bags containing dispatches forwarded
by the regular mail.
AFFAIRS IN THE CITY OF MEXICO.
From the North American, to Oct. 10
Two elsgsot swords were Wednesday evening pre-
sented to Capt. B. B. Anderson and 1t. McAlen of
sna ah If By the Of
Of oices Of other regiments present, and handsome
.pesches were made By Ms Savage Captain Anderson,
1t. A J. lsaacs and others
at the National Theatre on Monday night. We were
sgresably surprised at the manner. 1t put the
Though little stin and timd their first appearance
before American audience the troupe rendered that
sIictins enthusiastic .pp.uss s.norits Mo.queiro as
Amna, pleased US much. Her voice ID hne "soprs
no." sxquisisey sweet and Of more than ordinary Oom
pass though possessing hardly sufficient power for the
more difficult portions Of the role She reminded US Of
Cslys, both In acting and singing, and with time and
study may yet sttan rank enviabls that Of the
Queen OF Song Of the French stage.
Earthquakes are ct the present time Of very frequent
In this beautiful country. few days ago
ton a Barea had also suffered severe shake throw.
ing down houses besides the tower Of the principal
church They have had four Of these unpleasant vis
tiers In this city since our occupation oft.
Tho members Of company H., New York regiment Of
volunteer on Monday night presented two beautiful
In token their respect the gsantry of these ON
1t Is gratifying In noticing these presentations
swords win be disgrsced by those who them.
In the village and port Of Gusnas on the Sd Of Au.
gust meeting was held In which resolutions were
OFFICE THE CIVIL AND MILITARY GovERNoR,(
National Palace, Mexico, Oct IS, lsH.
The protection well the proper superintendence
of American citizens, in this capital, who not
embraced within the terms Of the articles OF war OF
that they be known the proper autho
il IT, therefore required that all persons not connect
ed with the army claiming to be ctisens of the United
States under the protection Of dag shall report
their nAmes residence to this Office in order that
register Of tho same may be kept.
Hereafter this report will DO made on the first day Of
'-''' Signed ia. QUITMAN,
GEORGE T. NJ DAVIS, Secretary.
The rainy seems to have nearly passed. There
have been but few showers during the two last weeks
what strange idea one forms Of tho city Of Mexico
before seeing t-taking opinions from the books and
correspondence Of tourists withal how
We had pictured low dirty, sicky town, halt covered
with water and entirely inundated with mud, and other
ct ceeras in unison What was our surprise on hrst
entering the Grand Plaza perhaps the most magnificent
la the world There stood the grand cathedral mo-
numsns 81 %Ie q rsna @
redwhiteAnd green flag Of the republic still floating
upon 10, There the Halls OF Justice the palace Of
the Governor the long portals whore fabrics Of every
ton battered for the products Of the country in
GLIDING its yellow and bright castins." And there
ling in the bright sun IKE brlisnts such temples,
such palaces such portals such Aamsdss such foun-
tains God of heaven what an Eden is this and how
little is It appreciated by the Thousands who daily
behold and enjoy its beauties Governed by good
men and inhabited by an educated people, 1t would
mate is more lovely, where as here, do the flowers
always bloom brightly the birds sing sweet
" Mexico there are none among your . wsywsra
svished upon them. Health, wealth and every enjoy
that covst their inheritance; yet they
sss mo. as In t" sDsh and Sr.dh Xs
that the grass upon the ground trod
and no one will say no. His very blight upon
his native land But Mexico begins to hope for better
times Glssmings Of peace and disenthrsllTens arc
and daily growing brighter. God speed them.
Capt Joseph W. Perkins of tho l4th regiment of In
fantry disA IN this city on the 2ad nst Of darrhA
Brnslsy sSeirous has b,sn augmented by ballet and
pantomine corps 1t Is pleasant place for passing an
Tho balls at ex-convent Bslemitas are quite recherche
beauty, fine music, sweet songs, 10.
The bull fight on Sunday was the best OF the season
Plaza dc Torosrcrowded- animals furious -matadores
dittc--bulls second best.
The Spanish company produced L. tilie dn Kegi
admirable GoEsa never danced with more grace and
abandon than in the ballet.
Ell Defensor of TsmAulipas, contains communications
which show the unfortunate situation to which the
people reduced by the conduct Of the gusras 1t
appears that these scoundrels under the names Of
susras and eommissonsrs 60 about lsvying black mail
upon, the different hsciendas and villages, and rob-
bing their own .countrymen under the slightest pre-
text We do not wonder that this State has shown
desire to be annexed the United States Of the North
The orders of the military and civil governor, and
those tn Mexican tssssa 70 sp
that all tobacco brought to the gsreas Of the city shs
pass free while the latter has published that only that
which lie subject to- and has paid the established duty,
shall enter the city The former order Is the one die
tated by justice and common sense and under the pre-
cent circumstances 10 the most likely to take effect
Wa ram tied 70 nav w
Carolina volunteers that the statement In the Sar Of
Thursday last regard to the number Of men In that
regiment At for duty having but l50
men reported for service.
At the National theatre few evenings since, the
shestra, after having played Hail Columbia struck up
the Marseilles Hymn u As If struck by an electric
shock the American officers In the house and gave
three cheers. The Hymn Of Liberty, no matter what
It's origin will ever find response In American hearts
A splendid sword 10 to be presented to Lieutenant
Potter of the New York regiment by the members Of
his company, ny to-day (Oct 26) ut the United States
Hotel of the regard in which they hold that
officer for his gallantry In the battles OF the valley
In San Luis Potosi the moderate party have gained
the election.
In the street running from the centre Of the plaza to
the asmcds wc notice handsome sign with the words
American TAYLOR This IL the first intmstion
have had that General Taylor was revealing in the halls
Of the Montexumas"
USITso STATES Horst, No. Is Gale de Cosso Viejo
John Ford respectfully informs the gentlemen Of the
army, and citizens generally that he has opened the
above establishment where the best OF every thing can
be obtained His table shall have every thing the
ket Affords and his bar is stocked with choice seec
ton OF wines and liquors Terms for board;-Per day
81 25; per week 81 per month $40 Old and exPe.
renced walters attached to this establishment or
fcers and gentlemen requested TO call and examine
the house.
EAGLE CorrpE House. in the Gale Coliseo viejo, No
5.-The Undersigned proprietors have established the
above Hotel the American style for the socommoda
ton Of the army and citizens and have spared no ex-
pense In procuring wines, liquors and segars Of the
choicest brands The tables also will be supplied with
tho best the market affords. Gentlemen wishing pri-
vate repssts also be accommodated at the shortest
notice steaks aud chops constantly hand, and done
up In the best and promptest manner ~ B-There are
two Billiard tables attached to the establishment.
II. b. DOANE,
X. G ACKLEY,
JOHN GARREr
The LOVE STAN HousE, corner OF Refugio and La
Palma streets-WAgner & Co inform the public that
they have opened, Coffee House at the above place,
which will be supplied With the best wines and liquors
in the city Of Mexico fine lunch will be set every
day and fowls Ash, and every decacy the market al