The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-02-05


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the habit o. writing for the newspapers letter vac
familiar one, written to old military friend, with
whom have been for many years interchangng opin-
ions professional subjects That he should think
proper under aoy circumstances publish it, could not
have been oreseen by In the absence of proof that
the publication made without my authority know
ledge may be permitted to say the quotation in your
letter OF the 65oh paragraph Of the superseded regus
tions Of 1925 in which the mischisvous and dis
graceful are employed to characterize certain letters
reports conveys, though not openly measure of re-
buke which, to say the least rather harsh and which
many think not warranted by the premises.
Again, have carefully examined the letter in ques-
ton and do not admit that 1t is obnoxious the OBJ
jections urged in your communication. see nothing
in it, which, under the circumstances would not
write again. To suppose that 1t will give the enemy
valuable information touching posts or respsc-
tive line Of operations is to know very little of the
Mexican Of information, or Of their extra
ordinary ssgacity and facilities In keeping constantly
appraised of movement. As to my particular views
in regard to the general policy to be pursued towards
Mexico perceive from the public journals that they
shared by many distinguished statesmen ALSO in
part by conspicuous officers of the navy, the pubca
ton of whose opinions is not perhaps obsructed by
any regulations of the department 1t is difficult then,
to imagine how the diffusion of mine render any
peculiar aid to the enemy specially dieincne him to
enter into negotiations for peace.
In conclusion, would ssy it has given great pain
to be brought into the position in which find my
self regard to the department Of and the govern
ment. 1t has not been Of my seeking To the
extent Of my abilities and the means placed at
my disposal, have sought faithfully to serve the
country, by carrying out the rules instructions
of the Executive but it cannot be concealed that
since the capitu!stion of Monterey, the confidence
of the department. and too much fear, OF the Pres
dent has been gradually Withdrawing, and my oonside
ration and usefulness correspondinsy diminished. The
apparent determination Of the department to place In
attitude sntagonisticel to the government, has
apt illustration in the well known fable Of E.op. ask
favor and shrink from responsibility, while
trusted with the command in this quarter. shall
nue to devote all my energies to the public good look
ing for my reward to the oonsccntiousnes of pure
tves, and to the final verdict of impartial history
lam sir,
Your very obt servant.
z TAYLOR
Major General U. s. A. Commanding
For Hon w. Marcy Secretary of War,
Washington, D. C.
There was much joy expressed on the reading of the
letter The Taylor could scarcely remain In their
seats.
Mr.. BARROW Immediately moved that 10000 extra
copies be printed.
Mr.. HOLMES, Of South Carolina, moved that $1,000
extra copies be printed
The motion laying over the usual number ordered
The wings went out Of the hall in raptures. The
Taylor stocks Immediately raised fifty per cent.
Several bills from the Senate were read twice
The House adjourned TO Monday.
NzW YORK LEGISLATURE.
ALBANY, Feb. 4, ls4s.
. Senate.
INCORPORATION OF INSURANCE COMPANIES.
Mr. AYRAuLr reported the general bill to incorporate
insurance companies.
GENERAL MANUFACTURING BILL.
Mr. CLARKE reported the general manufacturing bill,
with amendments
GENERAL RAILROAD BILL.
Mr. GEppEs gave notice Of general railroad bill.
RELIGIOUS CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS.
Debate in Committee of the Whole on the bill In
relation to religious and charitable interpretations
An amendment was adopted that bequest demand
should be made six months before the death Of the tes
tstor the bsquest when made by person having wife
aud child to exceed in value quarter of the
tate, after payment Of his debts.
An amendment was also agreed to, empowering the
Supreme Court to visit and examine these Institutions
The bill was reported to the Senate, and laid the
table.
Adjourned.
Assembly.
cHAhTER
A memorial read from Saul Alley and others, to
amend the charter of the city of New York
STATE ENGINEER.
sPAvLDNo reported the Senate bill relative to the
State Engineer, Sc, with amendments.
TROY AND BOSTON RAILROAD COMPANY
Mr. UpHAM reported bill to incorporate the Troy and
Boston Railroad company.
EQUITABLE INSURANCE COMPANY, &C.
Mr.. RAYMOND gave notice Of q bill to ammend the
charter of New York City, and another to red the
capital eff the Equitable Insurance Company.
Mr.. BurRcK reported bill to change the location Of
the Madison University to Syracuse or Rochester
PUNISHMENT ADULTERY.
The Committee of the Whole then took up the Senate
bill to punish adultery. No question taken
No other business comming up the House adjourned.
Markets.
New ORLEANS Jan 30, le4s.-Wc note sales Of cotton
ranging at 6s 65I for good middng Sugar is active.
Fair Is quoted at go a6 Sales of moasses at lsH
1881 Flour is dull SIS In frsshts there is nothing
new. There Is more enquiry for exchanges.
BUFFALO, Feb 4-Flour-The market dull at 81
IS S. for straight brands Ohio and Black Rock For
good brands deliverable in May 81 SO asked Wheat
dull at lose, and corn quite inactive at so cents
Other articles were unchanged.
BosroN, Feb 4.-Flour-Sales Of 700 bbls were made,
including Genesee, Michigan SC at So 37K a SO So
400 barrels Southern terms stated Corn dull
at &c a IS cents for mixed, and no sales of moment
made Oats We notice sales Of 900 bushels at so cts
Rye Sales of 400 bushels made at % cents There
nothing in provisions Freights remained about
the same