The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-07

The French frigate Algerie is also here. Ths
British steamer n..iver sailed from Csao on the sth
Two proposals. have been rendered to the govern
ment for running steamer from this port South
as far ms Chloe; one on behalf Of the Vulcan the
other from the Ecuador. 1t is not known that
any decision has yet been made.
At a later hour, we hear that the Vulcan has been
accepted The impression is that the other may
be purchased to run with the Vulcan.
Att late hour are informed that the gentle
men engaged in surveying route to Santiago for
a railroad, have succeeded in finding line from
Valparaiso to the capital practicable for . locomo-
tive throughout the entire distance.
The American bark Beviders is reported to have
been wrecked on an islaIG near Talcahuano, total
loss-crew saved.
The American whale ship Virginia, spoken,
lat 80 30 s., lob W., 43 months out, 100 barrels
sperm. and 100 whale oil.
The Capitalization which prevails in the govern
ment OF this republic, may be seen in documents
published of late; which signify the approval on
the part Of the government Of the estimates of city
and town expenditure in the interior. Thus for the
Municipality Of Serena consent is given to cxpend
36,Gl5 dollars; Freirna, l055 the town Of Elqui,
I,227, Ovalle, 1886 and Illarel, 2,764. We mo-
tice these facts to show how thoroughly the in
terror towns are under the control of the govern
ment at the capital. The arrangement checks pub
lie spirit in the towns, and burdens the government
with a large amount Of unnecessary labor.
From the Valparaiso Reporter, March 25l
In the political world nothing of any consequence
has tIaMpired during the month, and peace and
prosperity the fruits of stable and energetic
government.
The Chambers are not sitting. and consequently
no DEGREES of any importance have been issued
The all-absorbing question is the approaching pre-
sidential election. The press AM partisans Of ).
u. Manuel Mont, General Cruz, aud Il Errazuris,
are, Of course. each praising up their respective
candidate. and it is difficult to decide, hearing and
reading their arguments, who is most worthy Of
filling the presidential chair.
The majority OF opinions, however, are in favor
" a ha hail ~ shp-a f
these gentlemen, if they will promise TO further the
commercial interest of the country, and SO bring
about the means Of advancing its prosperity.
Letters from Islay state that disputes have ar-
sen with respect to the eligibility Of General Echc
nique for President, the rounds Of lis not be-
ing a born citizen OF that republic An especial
Congress has been convened for the 10Th inst. to
deliberate on this question; but it is stated that
PARTY spirit runs SO high, that in any even, the par
tizans OF Echenique and Nivanco are bent on carry
ing the day each in favor Of their respective cand-
dates, even at the risk of a civil war.
The government has lately concluded a posta,
arrangement with the steamship company, to DO
continued for six months, dated from the lst April,
paid 800 per month for carrying the mails, the go
vcrnment fixing its own rate Of postage.
ECUADOR.
According to letters received from Guayaquil, the
rev President OF this republic expected 10 have
been elected on the 18th ult. Though the general
opinion seems to be in favor of Novoa, another
didate had been brought forward, backed by great
number OF supporters. This opposition mus. be
somewhat formidable, as it is said that whoever Of
the two be elected revolution is the result to be
expected. The new candidate is d. Jose NJ.
Caanano, merchant in Qua aquil.
BOLIVIA.
Afairs continued quiet IN this country and scarcely
anything of news is reported. business in the in
land towns is said to have been dull for some time
last. Amongst other things mt present occupying
the attention OF government, l. post office reform
bill. The system recommended resembles that in
operation in Peru. The postage on letters is to be
considerably reduced, and letters to be in all
prepaid