The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-05-05
Our San Francisco Correspondence.

SAN Francisco. April 6, 1857.
The Pres,dential Inaugural and its Efects-Sena-
tor Foote's Lstter-Knotc Nothing Intolerance
D,saco,ced-1Hs Treasury Defalcation-Fa-
busters Observation-Disclosures ON the Debt
Qusstion-Progress Of the State-Hs Prosperity
and Prospects-Hoso they aresMurrsd, &c.
The inaugural address of Mr.. Buchanan has given
universal satisfaction to California Their interests
which it has become popular opinion in this State
were neglected during past administrations it is be-
leved under the present will receive all the care
and attention, and consequent bestowal Of favors,
such as an unruly child may expect. Opinions simi
lar to these are held and expressed pending the ap
pointments to federal offices. There are more than
the usual number of expectants both here and others
who have left for the East to advance their preten'
sions in person. The latter class, it would seem from
information forwarded here, have not done wise
thing in leaving California for the purpose stated
letter was received from an intimate friend OF MI.
Buchanan by person in this city, soon after ms
election, informing him that he would not regard
with favor those persons who left the scenes
pf,their duties to present themselves to advocate
their Ie-appointment. In cases OF this kind the
public interest would unquestonably suffer by their
absence, and ON this ground 1t was asserted Nh. Blu
chapan would look with disfavor On their suit. A
very large number of office seekers left here but it
IL probable not in proportion to the delegation
furnished by other States. the programme ind
Gated in the HBRALD be correct and all the present
incumbents removed, some who have journeyed to
washington will be sorely disappointed. Outside
Che band of Office expectants and Pacific republic
1nalcontents the people of all shades Of political
opinions are gratied with the national stand taken
by the President and augur from it prosperous and
happy administration OF public affairs for the ensu-
ing four years. His declaration that Congress has
power TO construct great military highways is taken
rs conclusive that he favors the Pacific Railroad.
The letter of Governor Foote to the American
party in California, exhorting them to lend an
honest support to Mr.. Buchanan, has received
. large share of public attention. The Go
vernon from various p causes and owed an un
Of his Cabinet 1t Is to be lsmented he ever left the
democratic ranks, and particularly ct q moment
when its existence was jeopardized by the baneful
and fanatical storms of Know Nothingism that
manship earned in the Senate OF the United States
added weight to that proserptive party; but even
now he can be welcomed back as man of bright
warm admirer Of Mr.. tCass, and holds the opinion
that with him at the head Of the State Department
the country is secured firm and safe administra-
ton of its foreign and domestic affairs. Governor
FoOte disavOws the int0lerant sentiments that rule
the American party in the East and refuses to act
On a circular received from head quarters IN Louis
ville. His address deals death blow to the ex-
pring body Of Know Nothings In California. No
man has occupied larger share Of public attention
since bis arrival in this country and his course while
acting with the Know NOthings, and a. an aspirant
to the United states Senate, has always commended
ITSELF even to his political enemies, as honorable and
courteous. It is probably known that in 1856 the
oOe tur wal IN 10 nj
and that Governor Foote was their cam
didate for the Senate, having received
nomination in caucus Owing to the detection
of one member Of the Senate, who belonged to
his party, that body refused to go into convention
by the vote OF this Senator. So the Governor was
defeated or sorey disappointed. He took the loss,
however philosOphcaily, and has since practsed at
the bar. His business is extensive, and his sfabIe
and mild manner has won for him the friendship
and respect of the people In every section OF the
State.
Nothing has turned up yet as to the whereabouts
IRE many in circulation relating to II, but
Gar from definite. We are promised, however, in a
Few days. disclosures which il Is said are to imph.
cate some others Of the State officers in transactions
that will reflect no credit on their regulations.
Some affect to believe that the money taken from
the Treasury has been used In getting up the expe-
ition that left few months since ostensiDiy Tor
Orizons, but really, as Is stated a. sibusterng aa
that manner, but IL is doubtful The leader OF the
band il Gen. Crabb, prominent American polit
clan and who, with Gov. Foote, was candidate Tor
the United States Senate. He had certainly inffu
ence with the State officers. and it would appear
likely he would use such influence 10 raise money
TO eql ip and provide means for the expedition;
The tegisl ature has before II still the proposition
% submit the State debt question to the people.
What action they will take remains to be seem The
CONSTITUTIONAL Convention bill received the assent OF
Che Governor, but IL is serious question II II mas
the force of law by reason OF its not receiving
ia AZ, Gon 10 rrad hv
fundamental law. Deerrng the settlement OF the debt
for two wears is tantamount to Reputation, and
meets the disapprovsl Of all who hold the
fair name and honor oil Caiiiornls ABOVE
mere dollars. The Legislature are about ap-
pointing commissioners to proceed TO wash
ington for the purpose of prosecuting the claim OF
che State TO the civil fund, so called. This fund con-
ssts of the revenue received from foreign imports
before our admission into the Union, and amounts 20
near three million dollars. II we are legally or equi.
tabiy entitled TO this sum- II would be fortunate, and
Congress might make II q condition OF payment that
Il be appropriated TO satisfy the state DEBT. Inc
manner OF iegalizing the Indebtedness now IL sub
ject of much officially, and has not yet received o
solution There is 20 much law here that every mat
ferhas TO stand the test Of the commentators, the
statutes and Mr.. Greeneaf. the bill, after BENG
voted ON by the people, did not square with these
authorities all the labor and good Intentions oil the
people would be frustrated. Il therefore becomes
ratter all important to have the bill drawn up with
Che utmost care and free from all defects, provided
bill af it's present session. Ii will adjourn, however
within few weeks and the last opinion is that the
whole subject will be transferred TO the Constitu
tionsl Convention. The trial OF Mr.; whitman
State Comptro ler has occupied much Of their time
during the past month, and is now drawing TO Q
Close II was delayed in some measure by one OF the
witnesses keeping himself out of the way. A re
ward vas offered for his apprehension, when he con
cluded 70 attend and testify. The evidence shows
Whitman TO have been negi gent In the performance
of his duties and not paying that attention 70 the
paice necessary 70 prevent irregulsrity and confu
sion. II may Be testimony will De brought forward
20 establish criminality. but none has yet been pre-
scented.
The material prosperity Of California L. all thai
MS bes, friends could wisn. The mines yield with
climate and an exceedingly fertile soil make
Che country most desirable place to live
IN. All Il requires Ia the infusion Of q
bealthful stream Of immigration and tue eie
now peace and harmony among the people Won
prevail did NOS o mercensry press prey and fasteI