The Nevada Democrat., 1860-01-18
LETTER FROM SACRAMENTO.
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SAcRAnKNfo, jan l5thi 1850.
Ed. DEMocRAT.-Already signs Of disafection
begin to be made manifest at the action Of the Leg
islature in electng Milton s. Latham to the U. s.
Senate. Reports reach US from different parts Of
the State, where meetings have been held for the
purpose Of giving the people chance TO express
their opinion in regard to the pursued by the
Legislature, and in every instance they have decar
ed that the election Of Mr.. Latham to that high
position, at this time, is fraud upon the masses,
and breach Of faith with the Democratic party.
My opinion is that it will be the means Of another
squabble in the ranks Of the unterrifed, and possi
bly, result in giving the State to the Republicans at
the next election. Certain it is, that good many
Of the leading Lecompton Democrats would like to
avail themselves OF any chance to get lick at La
than and his followers, and they will improve the
first opportunity to revenge themselves for the
"scurvey trick" which was played upon them On
the day Of the joint Convention, Senator Watson,
the leading man in the Senate, made speech, in
which he denounced the action of the caucus in the
most bitter terms he characterized it dangerous
move, which would ultimately result in disasterous
consequences; as an infamous fraud upon the pee
pie, and that he would not vote for him Latham) If
he should get the nomination. He was followed by
others who endorsed his sentiments, but they all
finally weakened and consented to come into the
traces, as CALLING they might be. What COM
mentary the Democratic party does the action Of
these gentlemen show. Here we find them, after
proclaiming thing to be an infamous wrong, come
up and support the fraud, all for the sake Of party,
fearing unless they did so, they would be ruled out
of the ranks by those holding the power in their
hands. Latham is the king pin, the high priest
of all the forces, and woe be to him who does not
obey his mandates.
Yesterday Gov Latham's resignation was accept
ed by the Legislature and Gov. Downey inaugural
ed lie made brief speech, in which he declared
it to be his intention to follow the laid down
by Gov. Latham in his inaugural. He acknowledg-
ed his incapacity to fill the position, but suppose
he is like the feller who stole the old mans gal-he
will take the chances. California has cause to feel
proud for venture to say she has been the posses
OF what other state can boast Of in the same
time, viz: three Governors in one week. Who shall
say that California is not entitled to the palm in the
way Of making ofiicials'
The old game has already commenced in the Leg
islature, that is making and creating positions for
party favories. Last week resolutions were passed
in the Senate allowing two committees, who were
never known to have clerks before, each clerk, at
$S 90 per day When we take into consideration
that all the business coming before those commit
tees does not occupy their time more than a few
hours during the week, can readily see how care
full the peoples servants Of their interests This
practice Of providing lucrative places for hangerson
who yearly congregate around the capitol should be
abolished, and those who have fought it deserv
ing of the thanks of the tax payers throughout the
State.
The Bulkhead question is attracting considerable
attention and is becoming fruitful theme for spec
ulation among the lobby members. 1t is confident
ly predicted that it will pass this winter and with
alterations which have been made in its provisions,
l can see no reason why it should not That some
protection to the harbor Of San Francisco is imme-
diatey necessary, is conceded by ALL and the pro-
posed plan appears to be the only way in which it
can be accomplished. However, as the bill has not
yet been introduced will defer any further remarks
upon its merits until it up for consideration.
The Legislature, with commendable zeal has TAX
en- the ntiatory steps towards forwarding plans by
which daily Overland mail will be secured between
California and the Atlantic States. Mr.. Welty in
troduccd resolution yesterday, having for its object
the accomplishment of this desirable result which
was unanimously adopted.
The papers will convey to you the melancholy in
telligence Of the loss Of the steamer Northerner,
near Cape Mendocno, with all her freight and treas
ure and 81 lives. Up ito the time Of my closing this
there is further particulars should there be any
l will forward by telegraph.
The Overland mail arrived at Firebaugh's Ferry
last evening at o'clock, bringing the Presidents
message. II is now being telegraphed to the Union
which you will receive tomorrow.
| In the way OF amusements, we have had the Eng
lish Opera Troupe at the Metropolitan during the
past week. They have had crowded house night
iy, and give immense satisfaction. Their rendition
OF the different Operas is really mertorious, and
they have become great favorites with our theater
going public. They left this morning for Marys-
vile, and believe will visit Nevada before their
return.
The Senate yesterday adjourned over until Tues
day. in order to enable the members of that body to
go to San Francisco on a"Splurge." The House
will meet usual tomorrow morning. Don.
Wreck OF the steamer Northumberland