Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1854-10-12

MExIco, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1855

Il mAAteVg ANSodogp Ults 40 ~
You have doubtless learned by this time
the tragical fate OF Count Raousset de Bout
bon. 1t appears that the kindness evinred bY
General Yanez toward The French soldiers at
G~uayamas'had elected their sympathy and al
Ftachment, SO much so that Rsousset instead
Of commanding a party Of devoted followers.
found himself surrounded by reluctant com
batants. Twice they refused 10 be led obat-
tie, and when at lengththeir consent was ex-
|torted, they fought without enthusiasm or ar
dor. Such is the true reason for The disas-
|trous result OF the expedition.
When, in the midst Of the engagement,
General Yaneg rushed into tho melee 10
arouse the zeal OF his soldiers, a unanimous
cry Of ''Spare the General" arose from he
ranks Of the French. But for this universal
sentiment, Yanez would have been riddled
with bullets. T,t
Raousset behaved like a hero. Before sur
rendering he fought desperately, seeking
death in every direction, but o mysterious
Providence saved him for a more ignominious
fate. Perceiving that his men were giving
way, he rushed alone upon the artillery near
the barracks, which was belching forth de-
struction. Two Mexicans threw themselves
upon him-one attempted to spear him. but
was shot dead by pistol in the hands ofBoui.
bon. The other attempted to seize him, but
the gallant Frenchnan Glove his antagonists
head with o sabre cut and stretched him life
less. But personal courage avaiIed not. Tho
entire plan OF the expedition was, faulty; and
was in direct opposition to the sy~mpathies Of
the French.
Although Yanez liberated the 1877 French,
men who surrendered at discretion, and dess
patched them to San Blass with SIS apiece
for their support the Mexican government had
refused to sanction this generous proceeding
and gave orders to imprison the Ffenchmehs,
on their arrival at Topic. 1t was at one tins
10 question whether one fifteenth or one tenth
of the prisoners should not be shot, as an ex-
ample, but thanks to the active interposition
of the French Minister, this idea was aban-
doned. The prisoners are on their way to
Mexico, where their destiny will be decided.
Along the route, at Topic, Guadalajara, sub
scriptions were opened In their behalf with :,
considerable success. d fv o..
General Yanez is completely disgraced. He
has been deprived Of his rank, Is about 10 be
court.martialed, and the government has even
limited at his execution, as a traitor to the
country. He is accused OF having exceeded
his instructions in pardoing the French, and
Of having, by misplaced lenity, occasioned
the conflict of the 18th July. The truth OF
the matter is that Gen'l s antiago Blanca feels
that the brilliant triumph won by Ynnez is q
stern rebuke to his brother, Migual Blanco,
who, two years ago. was so thoroughly de-
feated at Hermosilla. Be this as it may, nm
order has been despatched for the arrest of
Yanez. But who will bel the cat2 May not
Yanez resist the order and get up a prontaeia-
mentor We shall see. va.
Santa Anna was DESTROYS 10 signalize tho
festival OF the Natianal Independence, by
pr. claiming an amnesty for political offenses,
but his Ministry opposed the measure, success
fully.
Not a cent is left Of the sT,0o0,o00 paid by
the United States. Where it has oil gone to
is the puzzle, but It Is quite certain that the
government is already driven 10 shifts to rai,e
money. The progress OF the revolution Is
every day more alarming, and the present con-
dition of things cannot possibly remain much
longer.
Rumors of every kind are in circulation.-
It is said that Santa ANN wishes to withdraw
from The country at an enrly day, and that no
has designated General A monte vs. his suo-
lessor. II Is iikewise reported that the cos
daicta which has just left the capital, Is laden
with $500, 900, belonging 10 His ExctiieHcy.
These stories require confirmation, but i
mention them, that you may nnders, and tho
vaeueness and uncertainty which distinguish
political affairs in Mexico.-Corrsspondent
N. o. Bee.