Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1847-06-02
VOL VIl--No. 40.
LATER FROM GEN. SCOTS ARMY.

Plau of Campaign-G Guerilla War-State of
Merico-Safsta .lnna-Important Ramors from
the Ciiyof Me2ico-Probabte Cessation Of Hostil-
ites-Return Of roLunteerS-Military Orders
Probable Recovery Of Gen. Shieids-Arrirat Of
Gen. Putoio. Lieut.. Col. anderson.
The steam ship James l. Day arrived at the
Levee early this morning from Vera Cruz,
whence she sailed OH the 9th inst. We learn
verbally that an express reached Vera Cruz mo-
ment before the sailing of the James l.. Day, with
information that deputaton had come down
. from the city of Mexico to request Gen Scot, to
take the capital uuder his protection. This news
is almost incredible; but when it is remembered
that the system OF guerilla warfare has been adop-.
ted by Mexico and that the banditti who engaged
in this service as dangerous TO their coun
trymen to the enemy, the report gains some pro-
liability
Tne impression was gaining ground in the army
that there would be no opposition this side or at
Pueba, aud it even doubted if the Mexicans
would defend their capital.
The whereabouts of Santa Anna are somewhat
predetermined. The last authentic intelligence
located him at Orizaba with miscellaneous COM
mand of 3, 1000 Subsequent rumors report him as
having gone South TO recruit his ranks in Oaaca
1t is certain thai he has not shown himself al the
capital since his defeat. There is a report that
he desires to leave the country; but Mr.. Kendall
thinks he may make dash upon wagon trains,
with view to reinstating himself in the good
opinion of the nation.
It the intention of Gen. Scott, upon the
arrival OF the wagon train that 10 start from
Vera Cruz, about the 9th inst. to cut off all con-
necton with the coast, rel upon the country
for sustenanct, and push forward for the city,
This general order, dated at Jalapa, Both April,
ntimates as much. But Mr. Kendall s letter of
the 4th-the very latest news-throws some doubt
upon the speedy adoption of this plan, in
quence OF the determination OF the twelve months
volunteers, in a body, not to re-enlIst. They
may retard the advance of the army, unless in
deed the reported readiness of the city to surren-
der be confirmed. If the rumor prove true the
guerilla troops are mere mnrauders-a band of
pirates; and should be treated accordingly.
Gen, Worth gathering up all the grain he
could and has all the bakers at work, as in an
ticipation of breaking off communication with
Vera Cruz.
1t will be gratifying to all to learn that Gen.
Shields thought TO be in fair way to recov-
We have always regarded him about the
best appointment from civil life yet made by Pres
ldent
Major General Pillow came passenger in the
James l.. Day His wound is doing well.
Lieut.. Col. Anderson, of the LIST Tennessee
Regiment came over in the Day also. He has
seen much service, both under Gen. Taylor and
Gen Scott, at Monterey and Cerro Gordo, and
now returns on account Of ill health.
The n. O. Evening Bulletin Of the 10th inst
has the follownG
The steamer J. l.. Day, has arrived from Vera
Cruz, touching at Brazos- Maj. Gen. Pillow,
and Lieut.. Col. May, came passengers. We
learn from Gen Pillow, that before he left head
quarters, information had been received from
Puebla that defence would be attempted, and
that Gen. Scott had been invited to advance and
take possession OF the city.
| After Gen. Pillow had embarked on board the
| Day, at Vera Cruz, he received message from
f1oD l ri ~ III tl,,t
| an express had just arrived from the army, with
! information that the Government had abandoned
| the capital, and removed to a small town on the
MOUNTAINS and that deputatlon of the citizens
had been sent to Gen. Scott, asking him 10 ad-
| vance, for the protection of the city.
| Lieut.. Col. May left the army on the 21st tNlt.
| Gen Taylor then Monterey, but the main
| body OF his army was at Buena Vista. We learn
| by letter from an officer that his whole force,
at and near headquarters, did not exceed 1900
| men. There was prospect OF any immediate
| advance on San Luis Potosi.
| The city of Puebla, which is the next after Per-
| ote (already taken by troops) on Gen. SCOTS
| route to the city OF Mexico, is about go miles
| from Vera Cruz, and is of the most rema rka-
| bic places the American continent. Its Popu-
| lalion IS estimated at $4,000, and its churches
! are noted for their elegance and wealth The
! cathedral is maGniiicently ornamented. The
! building completed in 1908, and is said to
| have cost st, 1000, 0G0. There are ten chapcs at
tached 10 i.--al. richly decorated. Besides this,
| there are several churches Of magnitude and
| great wealth.-[Chic. Daily Dem.
It was rumored at Vera Cruz on the 9Th that
| the Mexican government has solicited the media
ton otthe British Minister to settle the difficulties
between Mexico and the u. S. The English con
| sui at era Cruz confirms the rmor. Ii his be
! true, the war may be brought to a close, al
| though we doubt whether the friendly Offices of
the British Minister will be found to aid in procuring
! those terms which our Government must demand.
! England will dislike to see California in our perrn;-
nent possession and it will never be yielded up to
| IL Tox-ic, To,