Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1852-08-30

pending fall ofthe city below. General Scott
had arrived on the walls Of the castle Just as
1t bad been carried, and after glance at tho
position of things, determined at once to ad-
vance by two routes in the city. Tho columns
OF Quitmsn and Worth wcro ordered to move
forward in scperatc dctaohments Worth's di-
vision became engaged in street fight in the
suburbs, but forced it's way and took up its
quarters close upon the city. QuHman ad.
vanced sthl further on another road, and after
some hard fighting, encamped within the gates.
On the whole Of this evcntful and glorious day
Scott had displayed wonderful activity and
had been ut all points where he could bess
give directions, animate the troops, or share in
the conflicts of his brave comrades. In every
place lie exhibited tho coolest selfcommand.
united with the greatest vigilance, IN all tho
movements by which Mexico had at length
fallen into his grasp, he manifested a prudential
care, sagacous foresight, an unconquerable
herosrn. as veil as tho highest military genius.
During tho night, Santa Anna. finding alb
further resistance vain, withdrew the remnant
OF his army from the city, and on the morning
Of tho 14th our troops entered the G. rand Plaza.
The American Flag was hoisted from the top
OF the National Palace. and at the same mo-
ment, Gen Scott, dressed in full uniform, at
Gus columns, amidst the vocifcrous acclama-
tons Of the conquerors, while the band Of tho
Second Regiment Of Dragons struck up tho
inspiring air of Yankcc Doodle
pAcIFicATIoN orpnE cITY.--ScoTT's ARpvous
DUTIES.
In few days, such was General Scott's
Judlcious conduct quiet was restored in tho
city, and all classes resumed their wonted avo.
cations. reposng the fullest confidence in the
security offered by troors under their hu-
name and Christian commander. To tho In
stitutons of Religion, General Scott always
paid in Mexico profound respect. Though
himself a Protestant. he nevertheless enjoined
upon all under his command, decent and
respectful demeanor towards all the ministers
and ceremonies of the Catholic Church, him
self oettng the example upon all proper occa-
sions. He acted upon the rule OF perfect toll
Grafton towards all who desire to engage IN tho
worship of their Maker.
The losses sustained by the various engage
maents Of the army after leaving Puebla, had
now amounted to 2,700 men, leaving but
5000 of rank and the file under arms. OF
these, 1000 were sick and in garrison, at the
fortress of Chapultepee, so that 5000 troops
were oil that were quartered within and held
ful of men did General Scott remain In con-
scious seeuray in the midst of a hostile city of
zoo. 600 inhabitants. and in the heart Of an en-
emy's country containing apopulation Of eight
millions Of souls.
Scott was now virtually the Governor Of
Mexico. The country was now conquered,
and he became solo director of public affairs.
The manner in which he performed, thears
ponsible duties that devolved upon him for
five months after his entrance into the city, ex-
hibits him as man amply qualified for the dis
charge of the highest duties of craftsmanship.
Hs position was novel and difficult in the ex-
treme Yet he rose superior to tho demands
Of his station, and treated the complicated
concerns that now engrossed his attention with
consummate skill and discretion. Alone he
performed the dNties Of ommander-in-chief,
President tho country, and Secretary Of the
Treasury. In no respect did he fail, and in no
respect did he como short Of tho highest or
pectations Of his government. Ii would be
difficult to award any man higher praise than
is due to General Winfield Scott for his man.
cement of Mexican affairs after the termins-
ton Of his military campaign.
To DE CONTINUED.