Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1853-04-11

WAsHINsToN, April g.
, Mr.. SouIe has been nominated and confirmed
Minister to Spain, and to some his nomination
has been looked upon fortunate, aud by others
the contrary. The selection IL considered tri-
umph OF Dung America. and of Fillibusterism,
and the stad Democrats regard i. as the fore
shadowing of a war with Spain. In this feeling,
however, n large body of his Democratic friends
take part.
On the night of disappointment to the Spanish
mission, grateful compliment was paid to Sc
nator Soule, and as the first demonstration Of the
high satisfaction of his friends it may be impor-
tant to notice it. large body of his personal and
political friends poured in upon him at his resi-
dence. Prof KEYS, to offer their congratulations,
while a full band of music outside played insp-
ring airs. The inequalities of the house were
literally displayed towards those friends, and
flow of wit and interchange of sentiment delayed
the unlimited guests ill very late hour. As
the affair entirely an impromptu, and the
suggestion of friendship and admiration only, no
formal proceedings were had. The Louisiana
delegation present was of course large-every
section represented. Young America was
and Sanders, the former OF whom stating that
this to him double celebration, being the
anniversary of the settlement Of his State, made
some eloquent remarks, to which Mr.. Soule res
pended with his usual grace and power. The
Northwest was asor represented by the gallant Col.
German, the new Governor of Minnesota, and
Senator Weller represented the remote Pacific
nd uptiva tbo
ings.
The following sentiment which was offered at
the close of the proceedings by Mr.. De Leon, o.
South Carolina, was enthusiastically received, and
drew forth from Mr.. Soue, most interesting
Renaissance
Senator Soue: The man whom despots drove
from Europe, Republicans send back to them.
In his response, Mr.. Soule said-''Yes, gentle
men. it is indeed an interesting reflection to me,
that 10 reaching my destination, shall now, as
the representative of this great country, cross
those mountains where 90 Years ago, had to lie
concealed a fugitive"
This enthusiastic ratification of his appoint
ment to the Spanish mission must be highly sat
istactory to TIE distinguished Senator and his
personal friends, aud that portion of his party
with which he has been and is identified. The
stock of Young America and Southern Rights has
risen fifty per cent. by the appointment of
Soue.
Polka entitled "Uni Brse d'Espagne Poll
ka Romantique," composed and dedicated to Hon.
Pierre Soue by Frederick Kley was performed,
and much admired.
We trust that despite the croakings of the Old
Fogies that this selection of Minister to Spain
by President Pierce will prove to be q wise one.
and rs successful as it is satisfactorily and en-.
Enthusiastically received by his personal friends.
Senator Borland, of Arkansas, was to day nom.
mated and confirmed Governor of New Mexico.
The selection was entirely unexpected, aad every
one is asking why he should wnnt such place.
Correspondence of the Richmond TiMes.
BALTIMORE. April 7-6P.M
All the Baltimore appointments have been
made. Some of the appointees have already Gu
tered upon the duties of their offices. Col.
Davies will take charge of the Post Office on
Monday.
Ex-Governor Thomas will probably not go
into the Custom-house until the beginning of
next mouth.
1t is probable that Mr.. Maddox, the present
Postmaster, may be retained in an important po-
stion in the office. There several Demo-
cratic clerks who may BIZ promoted.
learn that Col. Davies offered clerkship to
we'll known Whg who. for motives perfectly
transparent. took an active part in attempting to
press his claims for office. This kindness. Of
course, is not appreciated by Democrats who are
wanting Positions and who see through the thin
drapery OF sckening fattery heaped upon the un-
suspectiug ColoneIs head.
learn that there are now three thousand bales
of Cotton from various points in the South and
Southwest destined for Baltimore, lying at
Wheeling waiting transits. The indications are
that the opening of Ohio railway will add
greatly to the cotton trade of Baltimore. There
were sales during the past week of 1900 bales
Unusually large for Batimore) of ordinary to
middng fair Virginia, Georgia and Cults. at 9
to 10 cents-six months; showing to ] cent per
lb. advance. No sales since The Arctic's news
and the market is dull. Stock on hand $500
bales.
The excitement in regard to the recent con-
version of the Rev. Doctor Baker, from the Pro-
testant Episcopal high church to catholicism,
still continues. 1t has caused approximations
among those of his former faith that more may
forsake them.
The business of the Baltimore and Ohio rail-
road has greatly ncrens ed during the past month,
and will show average daily receipts of nearly
or quite twelve thousand dollars. This has given
great frmness to the stock of the Company,
which has RIM III to eighty.seyen shovinp an
advance of $l7 per share, from the lowest