The daily exchange. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1858-1861, 1861-03-07
RUMoRs FROM WASHINGTON.

The impression is very general here that at
tack is shortly to be made on Sumter. In fact, in
tegence received here from Charleston indicates
such intention. But reliable information re-
ceived bY the government from Charleston and
from Montgomery, represents entirely different
state of things. OF course it is not known what
effect LincOln's inaugural may have upon the Con-
federated States. 1t may change their policy, and
at once bring collision. 1t is pretty certain that
a collision cannot long be delayed.
1t is said that President Lincoln declared re-
Gently that he would never disgrace himself and
dishOnor his country, nor weaken his party, as
Pierce had done, by appointing renegade foreign
of the red republican order to foreign missions
other honorable offices.
Major Anderson up to the 4th of March, has
continued to speak of his condition as safe and to
express the opinion that reiuiorcements had better
not be sent to him.
THE COMMISSIONERS FROM THE SOUTHERN CoNFEDERACY.
Mr.. Crawford, one of the Commissioners from the
Confederate States, has arrived here. He will
wait for his colleagues before beginning his nego-
tiations.
1t is understood that the present administration
will decline any conference with the Commission
ers. Mr. Lincoln's inaugural clearly defines what
his policy will be in regard to the seeding States.
He regards them as still in the Union, and Will
treat them accordingly.
The statement that an ambassador had been ap
pointed to proceed to Washington is untrue. None
will be appointed until the Commissioners shall
have made their report to their government.
SOUTHERN POLITICIANS AND THE INAUGURAL.
The inaugural address is the subject of much
excited comment among Southern politicians here.
Hon. John Bell is said to pronounce it declara-
tion of war, and to declare that he shall urge Ten
nessee to prepare for conflict. Some Southern men
consider it hostile paper clothed in the most pa
ciic and conciatory language, or, in other words,
that it presents a basis for either war or peace.
Some contend that the declaration concerning the
collection of the revenue and the defence of the
forts made to satisfy the ultra Republicans,
while the pacific tone of the inaugural would
afI a ha sis on wi Seward 1nlO
matize through national difficulties, and finally
restore harmony.
While the Objectionable portion of the inaugural
was being delivered Yesterday, several Southern
gentlemen telegraphed to Gov. Pickens advising
against any attack on Fort Sumter until action
could be had by the Contederated States.
THE APPLICANTS FOR OFFICE.
The following distinguished place-seekers have
their papers ready for filing:
Mission to England-Tom Corwin, John p. Hale
Prussia-Gustavus koerner, n. B. Judd, of Hi
nos.
Sardna-George P. Marsh, Anson Burlngame
Kari Schurz.
Spain-R. II. Dana, Jr., VIM. C. Bryant.
Austria-Chevalier Webb.
Consul to London-W. S. Schouler, of Boston.
Honouu-James A. Dix, of the Boston Journal
Callao-J. G. Abbott, New Hampshire
John c. Fremont will be offered the mission to
France; Cassus M. Clay that to Russia Schurz i:
backed up by Seward and the entire teutonic ele
ment If he goes, Koerner will be lett out.
j. l.. harvey, correspondent OF the N eW l 0rk IFl
6une is setting his friends to work for the Marshal
ship of this District They will find it uphill bus
iness. w. S. Wood is said to be in for the same
place. His chances are poor.
THE SENATE.
The Senate will remain in session a fortnight OF
so, in all probability, to confirm nominations. -
These are discussed in executive session, and ovel
some names bitter contests will be waged. Sena
tor Wilson declares openly that ne will not vote fo
the confirmation of any man not competent to dis
oh ln Int pE tha nj 10, h,oh na
mated, or who may not have fair "record" fol
honesty. Other Republican Senators are equally
determined to Danish corruption from the genera
government, il possible and to restore the old pu
rity of public life
MISCELLANEOUS.
Mr.. Lincoln wrote to Mr.. Cameron requestin,
him to appoint Col. Ellsworth chief clerk of tn
War Department, if there was no reason why thu
present incumbent should not be changed. And il
is apparently settled that Col. Ellsworth will b.
installed as such as soon as it with prophet,
be done.
President Buchanan, before his retirement, di
rected the Secretary ofW War to set aside the orde
for the court-martal of Capt. Pope on the grount
that he does not believe that the remarks of tha
officer have affected him injuriously, and therefor
is not willing to have them pursued
1t is reported tLat the naval constructor said
that in less than thirty days orders wilt be issueC
for the building of ten lght-draueht steam reve
nue. cutters, two of which will be constructed here
If true, this is strongly indicative of the intention
Southern ports.
PENSACOLA IrEMs-Capt. O'Hara, with his com
pany of regulars has taken charge OF Fort McRea
and is putting that fortifcation in a complete stat
of defence. The Captain served with distinction
in Mexico, and will add to his laures should al
opportunity occur.
Fort Barrancas is fully prepared to administe
dose of sulphuretted iron to the Daniel Webste
"a la the Morris Island battery to the Star of tn
West) should she attempt to reinforce Fort PICK
Another large and nobIe-lookine compan,
of volunteers from Alabama arrived here by las
nights railroad train, They are the Eufalla Ri
Hes, numbering one hundred men. We are mucl
peasedtos learn that among the privates there ar
distinguished men, who have already rendered
great service in the Legislature of that State ant
in the halls of Congress. Such men deserve par
ticu ar attention, who, after having filled places
distinction and trust are now enlisted as private
among their fellow-soldiers for the sole desire t.
protect and defend the rights of the South. Th
entire company appeared to be in fine spirits, an,
we predict, if needs be, will do some great fightns
in the cause for which they have enlisted The
left this morning for the Navy Yard-Obserper
22d alt.
THADDEUs HYATT publishes card defending him
self from the charges made against him by individ
nails in Lawrence, X. T., of having exaggerated th
amount of suffering in the territory. He says tha
his assaIants are moved to their efforts because
jealousy of rival city, and OF a Senatorial cand
date and on account of stupid idea that to te
the whole truth about this Kansas famine will d,
stroy land values and trade, and prevent lmmgra
tion to the new State.
Application has been made by firm in Ne
York, for patent for paper neckties, printed
imitation of silk and gingham with great exac
ness and beauty. The Scientific American says tn
firm sold last season, of one single style of clot
neckties, seventeen thousand dozen.