The New York herald., 1862-02-16

10th of January. The prospects Of the country
were still very gloomy; war with all its horrors
st threatened the people, but hopes were still
entertained of the ultimate triumph OF peace
Generals Medrano and Medina. two OF the followers
! Of the rebel Falcon, had Internationally surren
| dered and made their allegiance to Paez's govern
ment. The veteran chief was untiring in his efforts
| for the pacifcation of the republic. Eedrano
from strong rebel partisan. had been converted
into loyal and patriotic soldier. Medina also
was aiding General Paez with his best exertions.
Falcon. however. still held out and it was feared
| that the government would be compelled to deal
| vigorously and severely with him.
In the State Senate at Albany yesterday dis
cussion took place in Committee of the Whole, on
the bill for regulating the concert saloons in this
city. when progress on it was reported, and it was
aid over The bill amending the charter of the Long
Island Railroad received favorable report; also
that amending the act altering the map of Brook
lyn. In the Assembly the resolution appointing
select committee ON the excise question was
adopted. Several bills were introduced, among
which were the following:-For the suppression of
intemperance and the regulation of the liquor
traffic; for railroad in Tenth avenue and other
ruption at elections, and to facilitate the enforce
ment of demands against ships and other vessels.
Notice Was given Of bill to prevent frauds in the
opening of streets in this city; also Of one to
establish railway police system. A long and
excited debate took place on the resolutions in
reference to the expulsion of Jesse d. Bright, of
Indiana, from the United States Senate; but an
adjournment took place before final vote was
reached.
A salute of one hundred guns WAS fred on the
Battery and at Madison square at noon yesterday,
in honor of the recent Union victories. Flags
loated everywhere in the city, on hotels, public
buildings and private dwellings,.
Another snow storm visited the city yesterday,
falling very rapid and heavy during the afternoon.
The air was sharp and cold and the wind blew
quite fresh for several hours Snow storms have
been more frequent this winter than for several
years, although the sleighing has not been plent-
full in proportion.
The ice on the Central Park was in good condi-
ton yesterday morning, but the snow storm that
set in about noon prevented the usual number Of
Saturday visiters from enjoying the pleasure of
skating. Doubtless the ice will have been sufi-
ciently cleaned to allow skating to-day.
The following changes have been made in the
Custom House:-Robert Emmet, clerk of third di-
vision, vice G. w. Cummings, and w. E. Shoe
maker, inspector, vice James Senior, deceased
The market irregular yesterday, but exhi-
bted rather tone than did the previous day The
transactions however were limited the larger class
of holders unwilling to moot the views Of purchas
ers. The sales confined to 200 bales, including
portion sold late the previous afternoon. We quote mid
ding upands at about CSC, while small lots probably in
some cases pressed sold at figure two less.
Good middng held at zoe. Tho Liverpool Brokers'
Circular of the 31st Of January gives the stock of Amer
can at 2l6 800 baes against 4s1 7so last year at
the same time and of India 2s against 47o
year. egyptian IL 100, against rs 800 last year African
and West India 69O against $50 Brazil and other South
American ports adjacent to it, 80 SEQ, against $40
Total, 546 40 against 65e $40 bales last year, At sea-
the Slst ult from America, none at the time
Inst year, 260 900 bales From India, los 000 against
&c. 600 bales last year. To arrive at the comparative
supply Of cotton Liverpool the 3lst OF Janu-
| ary compared with the time last year,
reduce the whole to pounds by estimating the Ameri-
| can bales at 450 pounds each, and the India
bales average of 500 lbs EACH Another difference
may be shown between the value Of American and India
cotton in Liverpool the Slst u and the same day last
year. which will be by the following table o prices
in Liverpool January ST. 1851, Asoe
Per Pound. Per Pound.
American-MiddiDg uplands.. 1-16d. 12xd
India-Surat middling do... 4ssi.a Sd. Cd. 6sld.
The Brokers' Circular reports that the shipments made
| to the United States during the month Of January
amounted to 2e,05s bales nearly all of which Anori-
can grown. Taking all qualities at tho cost Of about Csc
per b. and estimating the bales at 450 lbs would give
$l12 so per bale for the whole amount So e4 O25-
nearly three millions Of dollars. Such importation
has probably in degree contributed to the imitation
Of sterling exchange. The -four market yesterday
active while prices for most grades exhibited rather
more 6rmness the close. Whsat was held with fair
degree of 6rmness while prices were without change Of
moment and somewhat irregular especially for inferior
and common lots. Corn dull and rather lower,
while sales were light, at 65c for Western mixed, do
lvered. Pork in fair demand while prices
changed Sugars were steady with sales Of sss hhds.
and 1l6 boxes. 1000 bags Laguayra coffee sold
private terms. Froghts steady and engagements
| moderate