The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-01-27
THE LATEST NEWS.
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AFFAIRS Ar THE NATIONAL CAPITAL.
Our Special washinxton Despatch.

Our special warrington Despatch.
EXPECTED ARRIVAL OF THE NEW BRITISH MINISTER
RATIFICATION OF THE TREATY WITH NICARAGUA
CHANGES IN THE STATE DEPARTMEET-NAPOLEON
ON THE CUBA QUESTION-THE CUBAN POLICY OF THE
ADMINIsTRATIoN--THE TARIFF NOTIFICATIONS
THE INVESTIGATION INTO THE AFFAIRS OF THE
NAVY DEPARTMENT, ETC., ETC.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 20, 1859.
Lerd Napier informed the Secretary Of State today
that he expected his successor Lord Lyons to arrive
about the end of February the beginning of March
The State Department is in daily expectation of receiv
ing Information from Nicaragua of the ratification of the
Cass Yrsarri treaty. Jerez, the Nicaraguan Minister
speaks confidently that the arrival will bring this
gratifying news.
There is a rumor of changes the state Depart
ment, but they will not be made Immediately.
Mr.. Harris, Minister to Japan will perform the
duties Of Consul General as well those of Minister.
The State Department satisfied there has no &C
ton on the part of the French Emperor hostile this
country on the question of Cuba
The conduct Of the administration on the subject of
Cuba not being well understood, and being misrepre
sented by the opposition press, may be well 10 state
that it has none other than the most friendly disposition
towards Spain, but it wishes to be prepared for any
possible emergency such revolution in Europe or
general war; when the acquisition of Cuba might be
necessity for us and acceptable to Spain It is thought
the volcanic fires Of disorder already show indications OF
agitation, and we ought to be prepared.
The essay by John S. Thrasher on the purchase e
Cuba, which has just been distributed in Congress and
to the heads Of departments marked sensa.
ton.
The question Of placing sum of money at the disposal
Of the Executive for the acquisition Of Cuba gains favor
daily.
is believed Judge Irwin, Of Pennsylvania, is hard
pressed by accumuatng evidence against him. that he
will resign Immediately
The Committee Of Ways and Means had another meet
ing this morning Mr. Morrill, read his tariff bill, which is
supported by Messrs Davis of Maryland Howard
Michigan 1t is very elaborate having specific duties
large majority of articles imported distinct and in de-
tall articles being subject to both kinds of duty.
covers the whole ground, and is intended to be entire
tariff Mr. Phillips, of Pennsylvania also presented his BILL
which meets the support of Mr. Maclay of New York.
1t revves the tariff of 1s46 reducing the two highest
schedules. 1t retains the free list of 1857 almost una
tered, and imposes specific duties iron, COAL sugar.
molasses, hemp fruits Spices and few other kindred
articles AS majority of the committee cannot unite
upon any project, report be agreed upon or
made in its present condition This will prevent them
from reporting the loan BILL as they have resolved to
report them together.
Leading democratic members Of Congress unmasked to.
day that the tariff bill passes and revival of business
follows it will be claimed by he opposition the effect
OF that measure and increase of duties will become
leading feature in our next Presidential election, upon
which the democracy will be swept from power,
only the federal majority Of the State govern
m tits.
New York democrats of the stripe again
shoals, pressing bard upon Collector Sche
The special committee investigating navy affairs
aboriousy engaged rakng up everything connected with
that department hey have thus far failed TO produce
ioa that cannot be explained It 10 feared that the
enemies the administration the committee will
deavor to delay, that the matter may not be
thoroughly cleared up this session. for the purpose Of
leaving cloud the department for political objects
There will be delay in furnishing the evidence called
for the department In connection with this how.
ever is stated by intelligent naval officers that the cost
of naval establishment is nearly double what il
should be with the present amount Of service and pay
II said that this not the fault Of the Secretary but Of
a chronic vicious system.