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10 AFFAIRS IN EUROPE. NUKD FROM THIRD PAGE} Austria, {oo Youih proposition was to tho effect that The King of Sardivia should be asked not to wend any toops into Central italy until there should be, by anew ‘election of the States aod provinces of Centra} italy, aclear land unbiassed declaration of their wishes with respect to Weir future government—that if that wish should be in favor of avnexation to Sardinia, then the restriction to which it was ed to ask the King of Sardinia to submit should be removed, and no ebjection made to his wwtroducing troops into the provinces of Central Italy — meaning, of course, those provinces which have declared ‘they will wo Tonger be governed by their late rulers, Toe Freneh gevernment has accordingly commonicated with the govertfment of Austria upoa that subject, but no official eommunication of the decision of Austria has yet been given, This very morning [received a despatel ss that Count Rechberg promised to take the Emperor Austria’s orders, but that he could not gtve an official answer without receiving the Emperor’s instructions and commants, With respect to ourselves, the Austrian goverpment, ox receiving the communication of the three propositions to which they were asked to consent, made ebjection that it was not in conformity with their views and opinions 48 to the rights of sovereignty to make any eclule engagements with to nom-intervention. ‘With regard to the fourth proposition, although they could sot acknowhedge the state of things in Central Italy, at the same time Count Reechberg deciared to Lord Augustus Lofivs, and Count Apponyi declared to me, that the Avstrian government have 20 intention whatever to in- werfere in the affairs of Italy, that they are not going | fo send any forces beyond their own frontiers, and ‘hat they shail confine themselves strictly w the defenee of their own possessions, which are bound by tris. These declarations, combined with the the French government to entertain the three first propo. ais, give great hope that we shall arrive, by these means, @ta eettiementot Italy which, al net immediately ac- kvowledged by all the Powers o} Same time by a pacific settlement of war. Immeciately after communicating with the go- ‘yerpments of France and Austria, I directed communica- tiovs of the same proposals to Prussia and Russia for their information and subsequent decision. With regard to Russia I have not received any answer whatever. The Prussian government has not made any objection to the proposals, but delays making a definite answer until the fray of France and Austria bave been ascertained. is exactly the substance of what bas hitherto passeq. ‘he noble lord will see that it is the beginning of negotia- , and Fcannot at present be authorized by Her Ma- table of the Jeety to place the papers on tho House. ‘(Cheers ) OFFICIAL REPLY OF THE FRENCH EMPEROR 10 ENGLAND. Paxis, Jan. 30, 1860, ‘To His Exceuency M. Le Comme: De PrnsiGny, AMBASSADOR at Lonpon:— ¢ Monsteur Le Comre—The Ambaseador of Evgland has ecmmunicated tome a despateh, in which, after having examined the situation in Baly, and stated the necessity ef an accordance on the measures best suited to re-estab- eb a durable and satisfactory state of things in the (Ita- Mar) Peninsula, the principal Secretary of State for Forvign affairs points out the general bases upon which, fm the opinion of the government of her Britannic Ma- ety, that understandin ought to be founded. Tho heh Cabinet, judging it is necessary first of all to ebiaia the aegent of France and of Austria, has charged Lord A. Loftus to makes @ similar communication to the @abinet of Vienna, and I have the honor to send you here- ‘with copies of those twofdocuments. They comprise, as you will ree, M le Comte, four distinct propositions. 1, France and Austria should renounce henceforth any interference in the internal ailaira of Italy, un- Wess called upon by the unanimous sesent of the great Powers. 2 The government of the Emperor should come to an ‘understanding with the Holy Father to evacuate the Ro- man States when the organization of his army should al- Jow it, and when our troops could be withdrawn from Rome without danger to the maintenance of order. Our army should also leave the north of Italy within asuitabie riod. * ‘The internal organization of Venetia should be ex- eluded from the negotiations between the Powers. 4. Finally, the King of Sardinia should be requested by the government of the Emperor, and by that of her Bri- tannic Majesty, acting in concert, not to send troops into Central Italy until those ditlerent States and provinces abould have, by a new vote of their,Arsemblics, after a mew ekction, solemnly declared their wiebes, and should those Assemblies pronounce themselves in favor of the annexation, France and Great Britain should no longer ob Ject to the entrance of the Sardinian troope. I bave submitted Lord Jobn Ruseell’s despatch to Lord Cowley to the Emperor, and, after having taken the ‘orders of bis Majeety, 1 have brought to the cognizance ef the Engliah Ambassador in what light we think we way view the overtures of the government of her Britan- nic Majesty. e The first of the four English propositions could fot, I wid him, give rise to any difficulty. The principle of non- ‘mtervention is a national rule, the importance and authori- ty of which no one appreciates more than we do, and, in our opinion, it constitutes one of the most essential elements of any serious and final settlement of the Italian question. If the government of the Emperor intervened iteelf, it only id s0 ceding to imperious circumstances, because in the state of affairs in Italy its interests imposed the necessity wpon it, and it always looke2 upon the term of its efforts wm the Peninsula as the establishment of a political ayetem of a nature to prevent any intervention io future. Our views in this respect have been publicly ex- prested by the Emperor bimeelf on the moat solemn occa- sione. The propositions of the Englizh government would, ther:fore, omy give a diplomatic sanction to a wish as evidently sincere as it bas been repeatedly renewed. I told Lord Cowley that the government of his Majesty aa- hered to it without reserve. added that our opinion on this point bad never varied, and that we therefore ehould feel oursetves fully justified in acquiescing in it without entering into explanations with the other Ca- Dinets, ‘On the second point, to make known to the English Ambassador the views of the government of the Emperor, Tcouid algo refer to its previous declarations, and espe- cially to that of the first French Plenipotentiary at the Congrees of Paris. Now, as then, we sincerely desire to | put an end te the military occupation of the Roman Biter. The government of bis Majesty is also anxious to evacuate the Lombard Provinces, and thus to put an ent to an armed intervention which the very principles of eur policy urge us to make as short as possible. We therefore most willingly accept the Eoglish proposition as well as regards the Roman territory as Lombardy; but the proper moment for doing £0 is an important point, which, moreover, the Englich government has not over: looked, and I have been enabied to make use of the very autions which it recommends euch a measure to be ac: eompanied with, fully to establish that the evacuation of Rome ought necesearily to remain subordinate to the cer- tainty that no serious danger should result therefrom to the safety of the Holy See, and that the evacuation of Lombardy should not take place until the joiat consent, tacit or ceclared, of the great Powers should guarantee the new organization of Italy. Yaering to the third proposition, I declared to the Eng- Uch Ambosaador that it did not appear to me to give rise to an objection, and that the government of the Emperor cau in principle but give its assent to.it. I, however, ob- ferved to Lord Cowley that it appeared to us advisable to provide for the eventuality should Austria think it possible to negotiate private conditions by offering concessions to Venetia, and that in such cage it would be well to reserve the rigbt of examining the overtures which ehould be made by the Vienna Cabinet ‘AS regards the fourth and last point, Me. le Comte, it touches upon an order of considerations which did not allow me to give at present a definitive answer, and [had to remind Lord Cowley of the position of the government of the Emperor towards the other great Powers, especial- ly towards Austria. J: is impossible for us to disavow the e@bstacles which the provisiovs of the treaty of Zurich meet with. After baving honestly exerted for many months its incessant efforts to facilitate their realization, the goverpment of the Emperor has come to the conclu: tion that it was difficult for it to entertain the hope of tri- umphing over those obstacles. It believes it may pay iteelf the just-compliment of having fulfilled all its engagemenis in this respect. It is, moreover, disposed to consider the meaguree proposed by the English government as well suited to effect a solution which would satisfy the interests of Italy, and which coa- tains guaractees of stability necessary for the general in- werests. Theee measures are in perfect keeping with the Principles which form the bases of our institutions, and We e@hould not be justifed in challenging the efficiency when applied to other countries. But, whatever may be our opinion upon the value of the combination of which the government of her Britannic Majesty takes the initi- @tive, we regard ourselves as morally bound first to con- ‘salt the Court of Austria on the subject. We must uphold the upright intentions of the Emperor and the sincerity ef his policy above all suspic'on; and, with the stipula- téons of Viliafranca and of Zurich before us, we could not Dind oureelves at once in « forma! manner. Hf the ureleesness of our counsels and endeavors has convinced us of the tmposeibility of restoriog the autho. rity of the ceposed princes, we are not the Jess bound to Prevent any talse interpretations, and to set aside all doubts, by redeeming, Gret of ail, the word France in straightforward explanations with the Court of Austria On the other hand, we must not forget that we recently invited Prussia and Ruesia to participate in the Congress, the meeting of which appeared to us likely at the same time to assure an eniente between the Powers, and to pre- pare the solution of the questions that would have deea submitted to its deliberations. It did not depend upon us that Europe, thus assembled, was not called upon to sanc- tion a fioal arrangement, and we should fear to expose ourselves to the risk of hurting legitimate susceptibilities. Mf, finding ourselves now brought by the force of circum- stances to place ourselves in another point of vit should abstain from notifying to the cabinets of St. Durg and of Berlin the new ituation in which im circumstances place us, and should we neglect to convin them of the necessity of finding more practical measures fer the settlement of questions which cannot without be left mach longer in suspense. I re, therefore, repliea BE Coes aay re. gards the fourth proposition, the government of the Fm. peror, before expressing iteelf, thought it indispenaabie to explain and justify its position with the Court of Aurtria, | on the one band, and with those of Prussia and of Russia, on the other. fhe Englieh Ambacaador appeared to me to appreciate the motives which this line of conduct im- | = boy the government of his Majesty, and I feel con- | t the English government will admit its justice and its force. The welcome which we bave given to its | first three propositions would testify, if necessary, to the sentiments with which we received its overtures, and it eannot entertain any doubt of our sincere desire to com Dine the solutions which the situation of Central Italy stands in such peed of. You will please read thie despatch to, and leave a copy thereof with, the principal Secretary of State of her Bri- tannic Receive, M- le Comte, the nasurances of my hich consi eration. DHOUVENEL. LETTER FROM POPE TO TRE EMPEROR NaPo- LEON 111. ‘The Inderendence Belge publiehes the following, which TARE Metates to be a letter addressed by Pope Pus 1X. to the | Emperor of the French. Tue letter, & says, wax orizi wally in Italian: — Stke— Thave received the letter which your Majesty haa had the kindness to write to me, and I reply to it withoat reverve—ae the say'eg is with open heart. Aud, impri weaty to be of the dominions of the Emperor of Aus. . oe Willingness of Europe, will at the it, and prevent a renewal ‘ NEW YORK HERALD, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1860.—TRIPLE SHEET. whieh yon yourgelf do not conceal from me, and which I Debold in its full gravity. Your Majesty ht get out of ‘that position by some jive measure, wi » perbape, excites your repugpance, and it is ly because you find yourself in that position that you advise me again, for the sake of Lema ronetleaneg 1 relinquish the insur- gent provinces, aesuring me the Powers will guaran- we to the Pope those that remain to him. A project of this nature offers insurmountable diificul. tice, and to be convinced of them it will suffice to reflect vpcn my situation, oD sy sacred character, and upon the rights of the Holy See—rights which are not those of a dypasy, butof ail Cathol ‘The difiiculties are insur mountable, because I cannot cece that which does no! be long to mre, and because 1 see clearly that the ny which it is intended to give to the revoiutionists of the Le: gations will terve as a pretext and as an encouragement to Gomestic and foreign revolutioniats of the other provia to play the same ‘on beholding the success of the fi" and when I say revolutionists, I mean the least oon- aoegea and the most audacious portion o/ the popula- The Powers, you say, will guarantee the rest; but in tho serious and ‘extraordinary circumstances which m: be foreseen, considering the immense support the inhabi- tants reséive from ‘withoat, ‘will it be possible for those Powers to employ force in an efficacious manner? [f that ‘be Bot so, your Yajenty will be persuaded, like myself, that the usurpers of the property of others and the revo: Tutionists are invincible if only it with by the arms of reasoning. 5 ‘However thie may be, however, I fecl myself obliged to lare plainly to your Majesty that I cannot cede the Legations without violating the solemn oaths that bind me, without producing a disaster and a shock im the other ovinces, without doing harm to and putting to shame Catholics, without weakening the righta,net only of sovereigns of Italy, unjustly despolled of their do- the sovervigns of the whole Christian th mains, but also world, who cannot behold with indifference the destruc- tion of certain principles. rors ae Tahal ie pees, A the world tape: upon the cession by the Pope Legations, which, for Mfty years, have been @ continual souree of em: barragsment to the Pontifical government; but, as I promised at the beginning of this letter to speak with open heart, you will allow me to reverse the ba a ment, Whocan count up the revolutions that have — in France the last it at the same time who is there that dares at French nation that for the peace of Earope it would advisable to narrow the limits of the empire? The ar- omens res bry) PE age Ly will ere allow Fo not to admit it, your Maj. ‘not ignorant by what persons, with what money, Prey Fr ay tempts at Bologna, Ravenna and other cities have been made. Nearly the whole of the populations remained terror. stricken at the movement, which it bad not expected, and which they peer ip rag — hepa 5. Tet your Majesty reflect that, if I bad accep! Projec ressed in the letter which you sent me through M. d lepneval, the insurgent provinces would be actually un- der my authority. To say the truth, that letter was in opposition to the one which yon had honored me with be- fore commencing the Italian campaign, and in which you 4 me consoling assurances without causing me - on. Howsoever, the letter to which you make allusion pro- posed to me, in its first part, @ project inadmissible, like the present one; and, as concerng the second part, I think I have adopted it, as the documents will prove — have been placed in the hands of your ambassador me. 1 also reflect upon that phrase of beat Majesty that iff had accepted that project I should have maintained my authority over provinces, which seems to imply that at the point we have arrived at they are irretrievably lost. Sire, I beg of you, in the name of the church, and algo in the puint of view of your own interest, to make my apprehensions unjustified. Certain memoirs, said to be secret ones, inform me that the Emperor Napoleon I. left to his family useful warnings, worthy of @ Christian philosopher, who, in adversity, found in religion aione re- sources and consolation. It is certain that we shall all ehortly bave to appear before the Supreme tribunal to render a strict account of our acta, of all our words and thoughts. Let us, then, endeavor to appear before that great tribunal of God in such guise a8 to be able to feel the effects of His mercy, and wot those of His ice. 1 gpeak to you, in my quality of father, which gives me the right of speaking the naked truth to my gons, 10 matter how high may be their position in this world. I thank you, nevertheless, for your benevolent expressions toward me, and for the assurance which you give me to continue towards me that solicitude which you Bay you have always hitherto entertained for me. It re- muns only for me to pray God to shed the abundance of His bleesings upon you, upon the Empress, and upon the young Prince Imperial. PIUS IX. ‘Tux Vatican, Jan. 8, 1860. SPRECH OF PIUS THE NINTH ON THE CRISIS. The Journal des Debats publighes the following extract of a lettér from Rome, dated 8ist of January:— The Holy Father went the day before yesterday to Umilta, to visit the new seminary which is being estab- lished there, for tom some young people of South America, who are destined for the priesthood, an Biastica! education. His Holiness personally administered the communion to the pupils, and to many ad. mitted to the solempity. Immediately after the termina- tion of the religious ceremony the guests aescmbled in an immense hall, where they partook of refreshments. Here the Holy Father heard two short speeches, one from the director of the establishment and the other from Cardinal Barnabo. The Pope, immediately fuoceding th@ cardinal, replied. in eubstance, that he was gratsful for the thanks expressed to him, but that his devotion to Catholociam was only that Of his predecessors. The trials which he experienced others experienced and remained triumphant. Oac remedy alone existed against the perverse doctrines prevai'ing in portion of the Christian world, and against the disioyal couvres Which attacked the church—that remedy was constant prayer. What he asked from the Catholic world in making an appeal on behalf of the justice of his caure, was prayer, incessant prayer; but he must add that never was a bi'terer trial or the peril more me- nacing. It was in Italy that the perversion of men’s minde was most to be scon; it was in the Peninsula that a spirit of revolt against all which is sacred found nourish. ment and support. The distinction between truth and falrehood was lost; vice became virtue; virtue was called vice. But neither humiliation nor martyrdom, nor cap. tivity, could shake the confidence of the church nor the firmness of its heag The words of Pius IX produced a seugation amongst the auditors, and subsequently in the city. That, doubtless, which added o the natural effect likely to be produced by such a speech, was the extreme animatiog with which it was delivered. WHAT THE POPE ONCE THOUGHT OF HIS TEMPORAL POWER. Mr. Patrick O'Brien, writing from Constantinople, has addressed the following letter to a London paper:— A great deal of agitation prevails at present with regard to the Pope's temporal power. It does not appear that the opinion of the person who is most interested in the question, namely, Pius IX. himself, hasas yet been clearty and distinctly made known to the public. In 1852 I was employed at Rome in negtciating some questions then pending between her Majesty’s government and the Holy See. In an audience with which I was honored by the Pope, hie Holiness deolared cl me in tho most emphatic manner that he cared nothing for his temporal power.‘ Thave,” sara he, “but a palm’s breadth of land to “A upon 'I shall be satiyfied; but of the spiritual power which I have derived from my predecessors I will never yield an {ota.”’ immense spiritual power which the Pope wields over the millions who compoec the Catholic world, is entirely independent of his position as a sovereign prince. When the Pope tled from Rome and took refuge in ® miserable inn at Gaeta, he was utterly penniless, and even without a change of dress: yet his epiritual power wae as great, and perbaps greater, than when he sat enthroned amidst the royal splendor of the Quirinel. It was whiiat he was thus a penniless exile that be received letters of condolence and offers of service from the Queen of England, the Emperor of Russia, and from every Protestavt, Greck and Catholic sovereign in Ea rope. Jt was’ then that from every part of the earth, wherever the Catholic religion was known, came tributes of money and expressions of sorrow for the troubles which had fallen upon the head of the church. The question of modifying the Roman States is simply a political question. If the people of the Romagna are unapimous in declaring that they will not live under the Papal government, it is not-to be supposed that the head of a religion which preaches mercy and brotherly love will consent to Jet loose upon them a foreign army— to have ther towns racked, their homes made desolate, and their women outraged ‘by a savage soldiery—and to have all thoee horrors perpetrated in the pame of the Holy Catholic Church. Part of my instructions when at Rome was to obtain from the Pope the pardon of a British Subject who had been condemned to death for a political affence. I took the liberty of pointing out to his Holiness that every act of needless feverity practiced within his dominions must be injurious to the cause of religion; that the shooting, the hangivg, the flogging, the slow tortures of the dungeon, all were perpetrated in the name of the Catholic religion; that the widow's heart was broken and the orphan left witbout a protector; and that all this was done to uphold a@ system of government which was obnoxious to the great maee of the peopie. The Englishman for whom I pleaded was at once reprieved, and he was subsequently restored to Paeth f If there be on earth a person, the upsullied tenor of whose life, rectitude of principle and purity of heart, entitle him to the name of a good man, that person ie Pius 1X Why, then, should recourse be bad to arms? Why shonld Europe’be plunged into the horrors of war, if'a direct appeal to the of the church can avert these borros, and set the question of the Roman States at rest for ever? MORE NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN NAPOLEON AND THE P (Rome (Feb. 4) correspondence of the London Times.} Marquis de Cadore, First Secretary to the French Embassy, arrived here the day before yester fay, brieg: ing ceepatches addressed to the Pope by the French government. Of the contents, of course, I know nothing. It is certain, however, that the Duke de Gramont has not succeeded in overcoming the resistance of the Pope, and that the Duke's position is by no means an easy one. It is even Sait that he bas asked to be removed. The news of the suppression of the Univers was received in Rome by ‘8 telegraphic despateb, but the Pope was aware tha\ M. Vouiilot would publish the encyclical letter; strange to say, however, the Roman official journal has not yet pub- Nehed that document, which is better known in France than in Rome. The Papal government wonld not do its ciBcial organ the honor to entruet the encyclical letter to it for publication, but an Italian translation appeared In the Ciciléa Cattolica this morning. The Annexation of Savoy to France~Na- poteon’s Law of Territorial Affinity. [From the London Times, Feb, 10.] ‘The impencing annexation of Savoy and Nice to France is accounted for in two ways. Privately it is whispered— and nobody seems to contradict the aseortion—that before the war of last year, before Lord Cowisy’s mission to Vienna, a fecret agreement had been entered into be tween the royal families of France and Sardinia by which Ue Emperor undertook to tran twa Italian provinces of his good fr the Emperor of Austria, and the King undertook, in consueration of the said Italian provinces, duly ton and delivered to him, to give up to Franco ‘itary dominions of Savoy and the county Were thia a kind of transaction which was o be frequently repeated; had the example ntxgion in it, wo might hare thought it we acme apace to 6 critica) exanlnaton likely anythice of sms. 1.0 Dot disavow the difficult position of your Majesty, « receeeary 10 of such a contract. But, as we verily believe there is not ‘one among all the rovereigns of Europe, varying from each otber as they do just as much in pereonal merit as in terri- terial dominion, who would have bartered the cradle ‘of bis dynasty and the most ancient and f province of bis dominions for the richest ipberitance of bis nejgh- bor, we deem the task of criticism CARY ONT ne, It is quite a family affair; a slight alteration in the color of the map, a little change in the ‘system of government, and the thing ts done, Savoy having really as little to say in t ffair as the horse that is sold in the market overt with no questions asked a to the manner in which he is obtained. * * ‘The first idea of the Emperor of the French was to re- store the Grand Dukes, and force upon Italy a federation which nobody seemed to desire except himself. England protested in ibe name of the people, and claimed for thom the right to dispose of themselves according to their own will and p'eagure. The Emperor has admitted the cla'm, and is apxious to apply © nowly learnt principle as widely ag porsible. We only urged it in favor of subjsots im actual and successful revolt against their sovereign. ‘The Emperor has reached » higher generalization, end re- er tbis qualification as pedantic and unneceseary. In is view, the body politic ts, like the humau body, per- @ decomposition etually im @ course and renoviion. Kew ‘ements aro perpetually taken in, while old ones are given off, according to some hidden law of chemical attraction. Sevoy is disintegrated to-day; Belgium may probably feel the iniluence of ihe hidden’ law of alflaky to morrow; the Rhine provinces, which already enjoy the Ovde Nupo ion, may naturally wish to enjoy Napoleon bieasel!’; and woe to the government that ventures to oppose the new law of development and-affinity, and to check that anbounded liberty of choice which is the inherent right of every netionality not united to France. ‘We sincerely wish that the sovereign by the semi- official organs-of wose government these monstrous doc- trines are put forward, would awake while itis yet time, ‘oO @ true tense of the suspicion, restlessness and appre- bension whieh such claims are’ bringing om his govern- ment. It is vain to speak of restoring confidence and cuitivating the arts of peace, while et the same time principles are enunciated which geem to sum- mon all mankind to anarchy, rebellion, and to war. Whatever strength the dynasty of the Emperor may re- ceive by the acquisition of Savoy and Nive must be pur- chased at a ruinous price, if he is to give in exchange for it his reputation for disinterestedness and the confidence which all Europe desires to feel in his prudence and mo- deration; but if the union must take place, and the power which forbids the access of honest remonstrance to the ears of absolute sovereigns is not to be overcome, let the Emperor at any rate take his spoil as the reward of con- quest and the result of treaty, and sbove all things let him beware of committing himeelf to principles Decause they attempt to cloak the questionable transaction, wor the less dan- gerous because they have in them @ certain travestied likeness to the noble doctrines of freedom and. self-government. 2 News fzom the State Capital. OUR SPBOIAL ALBANY DESPATCH. Arnany, Feb. 24, 1860. It seems that the House Standing Committees have been hard at work during the recess. Sixty seven bills were reported upon this morning, a number of them appli cable to New York only. The city railroad bills were not reported, as was anticipated. ‘There is undoubtedly some trouble behind the throne about the Fifth avenue railroad, or the ‘‘tehder.”” Mr. Conkling does not seem satisfied with the informa. tion already received about the Central Park. He made ® motion this morning to recommit that bill to ask for fur- ther informatiou of the Commissioners, Mr. Arcularius opposed the motion at some length, but before a vote was taken the House adjourned. A bill to incorporate the Chenango Savings Bank was under consideration in the Benate, and the principle of appropriating unclaimed deposits was discussed. Tho investigating committee on the one hundred thou- sand dollar letter of the Speaker’s have not found a letter of that nature, or even the emeil of the smoke. The whole thing is moonshine, and has vanished before it was touched. The friends of pro rata claim that they are stronger now than before the recess. Arrival of the Overland Mail. Matoy’s Sranioy, Feb. 24, 1860, The overland mail coach, with regular San Francisco dates to the 3d of February, and telegraphic despatches to the 4th, arrived here at four o'clock this afternoon, Arrived at San Francisco, Jan. 31,ship Malay, Whit- comb, New York; British ship Eliza, from Tondon’ Sailed 30th ship Princess, Calao; Slet, British ship Locket, Melbourne. THE LATEST NEWS. San Francisco, Feb. 4—2 P. M. Arrived ships Panther, from Boston, and Eagle, from New York. Busineer is very quiet. Money not easy. ‘The treasure see of Monday will be fair. Crushed sugar 12c. a l4c. Domestic spirits drooping. ‘There is no other change in the markets. The overland mail, with St. Louis dates of the 9th, ar- rived to-day. bringing St Louis dates of the 13th by tele- graph to Malloy’s Station. Additional Particulars of the Massachu- “ setts Strike. Boston, Feb, 24, 1860. There is great excitement at Lynn to-day. One hun- dred extra police have been sworn in, and the Lynn Light Infantry are under arms up to noon. Attorney General Phillips is at Lynn, to advise with Mayor Davis upon pre- cautionary measures. Bostow, Feb. 24—Evening. The executive committee of the Lynn strikers have or- ganized astrong police of their own number to preserve the peace, who, together with the Lynn Light Infantry, held in readinees at their armory, and a detachment of the Boston police, specially seut for, form a force sufficient to overawe the few turbulent spirits, and no serious out- break has occurred or is anticipated. Attorney General Philips and Major General Sutton ad- dreased the military, counselling moderation and firm- ness in any emergency. ‘The strike committee ave agreed to allow the free transportion of work between Lynn and other towns, and instructed their police to enforce the regulation. On the other band they propose to organise strikes in each of the towns where the goods are received and made up, thereby inducing them to return the work to the manu factvrers without its being completed. ‘The strikers in the other manufacturing towns appear tog attend to the subject without violonce or unnecessary 8. The Virgin Opposition State Conven- tion Ricuaoxp, Feb. 24, 1860, A majority of the Businees Cammittee to-day submitted to the Opposition Convention a report deprecating all party organization; urging measures to prevent the powers conferred on the general government by the constitution being applied to ends of injustice and oppression ; holding it to be the duty of the federal government to promote the interest and prosperity of the States; and that the general government has no right to interfere with slavery in the States; reiterating the compromise of 1850 relative to slavery in the Territories; condemning the reopening of the slave trade; expressing immovable attachment to the Union; condemning the recommendations of the President ip 1858, that Congress invest him with the war making and treaty making power, &c.; advocating re- trenchment and reform in the government expenditures; cenouncing the black republican party; recognising the be 4 and obligations of this country in its intercourse with foreign governments: approving of the address of the National Central. Union Committee, so far as it recom- mende the sending of delegates to the National Convention at Baltimore, aud recommending the adoption of the ad- dress of the National Committee. No action has been yet taken. The Convention is still debating the reports, ‘There is no probability of any action to-night. The Alabama Legislature and Fr@ Trade. Moxtcomery, Feb. 24, 1860. The Legislature has passed a bill exempting gooda ir- Ported into Southern ports from taxation when gold in Alabema, It has also passed a bill providing for a com- vention to reform the State constitution. ‘ South Carolina and the Charleston Con- vention. Cuareston, Feb. 24, 1860. ‘The Courter says the meeting last night was well at- tended, and that it was unanimously resolved that, in their opipion, it ls right and proper for South Carolina to be represented in the Charleston Convention. A State Soest will be held at Columbia to nominate candi- ates. The Iowa Democratic State Convention. Burunotox, lowa, Feb. 24, 1860. The Democratic State Convention met at Des Moines on the 22d, for the purpose of selecting delegates to Charl § ton. . Dodge. Ben M. Samuels, ex-Governor Baki and DP. .ynch were chogen delegates at large. Resoln= tions instructing the delegates to vote for Judge Doug) @ were passed. News from the Rio Grande and the Bay Islan New Orteays, Feb. 23, 1860. Gen. Forbes Bratton, of the Texas -Senate, bearer of geepatches from Gov. Houston, regarding affairs on the Rio Grande, bas arrived bere, and leaves to-morrow for Washington. Advices from Ruatan are to the 4th inst. The citizens were mekipg energetic preparations to resist the cession of the island to Honduras. The New Jersey Railroads. K ENTON, Feb, 24, 1860. ‘The Central Railroad Extension bill, having both houses, enly awaits the signature of the Governor to be- come a law, The bill to regulate the fisheries in New York bay was lost in the Senate. The whole afternoon of yesterday was spent tn efforts to defeat tho taking up of the Hoboken and Newark Railroad bill. The rif was finally taken up, and the Houee adjourned, After an effort to take up the same bill to-day, on its second read- ing, both parties compromied, on making it the order of the cay for Tuesday noon next. Kansas and the Slavery Question. LxavEnwourn, Feb. 24, 1860. Governor Medary has vetoed the bill abolishing slavery nthe Territory of Kaneas. The Legisiature has taken the Dill up again, and will probably pass it over his veto, on yeven Int 5 9 ie United States Com. Steadman, sailed rom Rio Janeiro for Pernambuco on the WB ult.” THE SEVENTH REGIMENT. Historic Sketch of the Trip te Washing-~ ton—Enthusiasm on the Route—Delay at Havre Grace=—Receptions at Bal- timore and Washington—The Partict- ot the President—Thelr Return Home—Crowds im the Park, Broadway and Cortlandt Street—Scene at the Railway Station— Arrival of the Train with the Ercuar- sionistse—Emthusiasm of the Jerseyites-— Primitive Collatson of the Guard— Crossing the River—“The Sky Rocket Cheer”—“ Home, Sweet Home”’—Recep- tion by the Escort—The March in the City—Popular Demonstration: view by Mayor Wood—Dismisgal in Broad- way, dic., dic., dic, ‘The visit of the National Guard, Seventh regiment, to participate in the coremony of inaugurating the Washing- ton atatue, has for the past few days been a topic of com- mendatory remark by the newspaper press throughout the country, and more especially by our local news- papers. ‘The determination of Congrees to have the event oocur on the natal day of the Father of his Country was an ap- propriate resolve; but the small sum—$10,000—placed by Congress at the disposal of the joint national legislative committee of arrangements was a sum entirely too small to carry out the programme for the occasion. The design, as originally adopted and subsequently carried out, was to make the ceremonies both a civil and military pageant, and after deliberation by the committee, in order to give the latter feature great éclat, it was, dt the eleventh hour, agreed to give the Seventh regiment of our city an invita- tion to participate in the affair. The invitation was extended to the regiment through Hon. John Cochrane, M. C., of this city, ina tolographic deepatch to Col. Lefferts, the commandant of the Seventh. ‘The despatch was too indefinite to warrant the Co- lone! in taking immediate measures to call his men to- gether to take their sense 6n the matter, but a subsequent message from the same source informed the Colonel tha: full particulars bad been sent bad Consequently, an order was iseued on the day foliowing—Sunday—cailing a mass meeting of the regiment, which took place last Monday,at9 A.M. After it became known that the ia- vVitation was a fixed fact, much speculation was afloat as to whether the regiment would Soret fr various cogent reasons. First, because during the ear their trip to Ricbmond, Va military guard of honor to the re- mains of ex-President Monroe, was attended by a very heavy expense to every member of the regiment; and, secondly, their subsequent receptions and entertainments of various visiting military companies, among them the Richmond Grays; and, thirdly, because they have in con- tempilation, during the ensuing summer, to go on a grand encampment for # week or two, on a scale creditable to the good reputation which the Seventh has obtained for discipline and intelligence. These circumstances combined appeared at first to warrant the belief that the national honor extended to them, from the circumstances of the cage, Would be declined. At the hour appointed for the mags meeting of the regiment, the large hall in the lower arsenal, at the corner of White and Centre strects, contain- ed five hundred members of the National Guard. Before the meeting was organized, it was ascertained that the letter received from the Congressional Committee of Arrapgements for the inauguration of the statue tender- ed the regiment free (“princely”) quarters should they visit Washington, but made no mention, suggestion or pro- potal ‘0 pay the whole or apy part the enormous ex- penge—about $7,000—for the transportation of the regi- ment to Weshington. Notwiths'anding tnis array of facts, there appeared to be an enthusiasm among the members of the Seventh, and a desire to represent ‘he Empire City and Stete on an occasion of such national character and in- terest, and upon the organization of the meeting, it was upapimously ‘agrecd to accept the invitation extended to them, THE DEPARTURE FOR WASHINGTON. Last Tuesday afternoon, at tLe hour appointed for the departure for Washington, the regiment assembled, fully uniformed and equipped, with overcoats, knapgacks, &c., for the journey, Lafayette Hall, Broadway, was the it designated for the parade ground. Long before the our appointed to assemble, from the point above men- tioned on Broadway, and down to the New Jersey rail- road depot, at the + Ol Cortlandt street, there could not have been less than ten thousand persons to witness: tae departure of the “crack” regiment of our local militia. The hour for the formation of the regimental line ar- rived, when over six hundred members, or nearly two- thirds of the entire regiment, were present, ready for march, in compliance with the regimental order—a fact highly: commendable to the character of the regiment, when it is remembered that the members had recei but thirty-six hours notice, The hour for departure arrived, and the regiment, -headed by their new band and drum corps, took up the ne of march. On account of the serpy, aluany and forbidding condition of Broadway, the very ja- viciously marched bis command by the flank in double files (Hardee) on the sidewalk the entire route to the point of departure. Ags the command 'd along the streets the greatest enthusiaam prevatled among the spec- tators, and thie, combined with the sou) stirring music of the National Guard Band, rendered the scene and effect one of unveual grandeur and magnitude. 4sthe military went on board the ferry boat connected with the New Jersey Railroad, the adieus ana cheers of the spectators were most enthusiastic. In the depot at Jersey City there was also as- eembied another lary concourre of spectators. Among these were pot a few ladies, who occupied promi nent places in the galleries of the depot. A train of six- een large carg was epecially designated to convey the troops, and tw6 powerful locomotives, gayly decked with flags and gtreamers, wore attached to the train. The em- barkaticn of the troops was a matter of no ordinary mag nitude, but it was conduced by Quartermaster Locke 'W. Winchester, of the Seventh, with a degree of order and good judgment that impressed those present that he was no novice in his special department. Shortly be- fore five o’clock on last Tuesday afternoon, the train with the regiment on board departed for Washingt m, amid the “‘burraha”’ and “good-byes”’ of an immense as: sembioge. EN ROUTE FOR WASHINGTON, After the train left the troops busied themeelves in un- slinging knapeacks, arranging their muskets, Xc , all of which was done in a systematic, soldicrly and quiet man- ner. Each company, with its officers, had separate cars toiteelf. The men enjoyed themselves as well as the nature of the case would permit, by telling anecdotes, singing songs, and, as they passed villages on the route, in receiving and a ee be the enthusiasm of the people. At Rahway, New Brunswick, Trenton and other places on the route of the New Jersey railroad, im- merge crowds of people agsembied, and the reciprocal congratulations of the military and the people were quite cor The train arrived atCamden between eleven aud twelve o'clock on Tuesday night, where they slighted from the cars and proceeded on board the ferry boat which was to convey them to Southwark, below Philadelphia proper, the terminus of the Philadelphia and Havre de Grace railroad. By this time railroad travelling appeared to have sharpened the appetites of the soldiers, and the emall refreshment saloon on board the boat was the subject of Many amusing but innocent ecenes by the soldiery in their efforts to supply the wants of the inner man. “ Fire and fail back,” was the order of proceeding, which motto was carried out to the fullest extent, until all the eatables on the boat were despatched. It is here remarked that the troops in going from the cars to the boat did £0 in true military style; no disorder of any kind was observable, but the men stood in the ranks until they were dismissed by their ceveral commandants. From Philadelptha to Havre de Grace the trip was quite tedious; the cars on the railroad are antiquated and di- lapidated; the movement of the train slow, and the effect monotonous. On the arrival of the regiment at the Jatter place, it was ascertained that the track was obstructed by @ locomotive which had deen switched off through the negligence of a switch tender. It was currently reported that this drawback ‘was the result of a preconcerted plan between the switch tender and a one horse hotel keeper at Havre de Grace. The circumstance, whether socidental or designed, had the detired effect of detaining the regiment for five hours, until a locomotive was sentfrom Baltimore to take the train to that place. Many of the members of the Seventt took breakfeet at the hotel, and no less than three bun- dred dollars was received for the same by the host. By Gaslight on Wedneeday the train left for Baltimore, and after a tedious, slow ride of over three hours the troops arrived at Baltimore, Maryland. On their arrival they were welcomed by asalvo of in | fired by the Eagle Artillery et: and were receive: 7 the Baltimore ior City Guard baitallion, under the command of J.P. Warner, and an immense concourse of people. dis- embarkation of the troops at this point occupied boned three-quarters of an bour. Phe oe of Sevent regiment appeared eomewhat fatigued, after passing a tedious night on the cara and ferry boats. After the for: mation of the line of the New Yorkers, the route of march was pursued through eome of the principal streets of wom tothe depot of the Baltimore and Washington Railroad. The encomiume bestowed by the Raltimoreans on the general appearance, numerical strength and fine discipline of the New Yorkers, and tho excellent music of their band, were in the be age terms complimentary, and many Citizens expressed a regret that their stay was not for a lovger period. The Wasbington Railroad depot was reached about nine o’clock on Wednesday, where both commands embarked for Washin; to take part in the inaugural ceremonies of the Ws gton statue. No time was sJlowed the members of the Seventh to brealsfast at Baltimore, but through the hospitality of the Baltimore City Guard, a bountiful supply of segara, sandwiches, Lees meats and eau de rie were furnished to the former in je cars. At half past nine o'clock the train, consisting of twenty- cight cars, started for Washington, which t they reached alter sundry minor detentions at about noon. During the passage from Baltimore the rain poured down in copious volumes and continued until the train reached ‘Washington. The utmost hilarity amd exchanges of good feeling took place between the New York and Baltimore troops on the way to Washington. THE SEVENTH REGIMENT IN WASHINGTON. On Wednesday noon the New York military reached ‘Washington. It was expected, according to military usage and etiquette, that the District military would have been at the depot to receive them; but not 80; Colonel Hickey, the only representative of that body, waited on Colonel Lefferts, and informed him that the troops were drawa up in Judiciary square, opposite the City Ha), where they would be pleased to reeetve them. At half past twelve / the Seventh regiment marched out of the depot, pre- ceded by their troop and band, the iatter discoursing most ‘excellent music, The rain storm that commoncad in the morning bad by this time subsided, but the mud in the Streets wes ankle deep. On approaching the City Hall, the windows and balconies of the houses were filled by ‘the beauty and fashion of Washi ton; the steps of the Oty Hall, and in fact every available spot, were occupied Vy teocterere eeger to get a glimpse of the famous “Seventh ’’ There did not to be that degree of eu- thusiaem manifested usually observed on similar occasions, Dut a rort of formality appeared to exist among those having control of the r . National Gaard paseed by the Washington troops, and proceeded to their quarters. It was rumored atthe time the Seventh regiment ar- rived at Washington that the snengural ceremonies had been poetponed; but it subsequently transpired that this report was erroneous. The bour appointed for the for- mation of the procession was half-part one, which gave the New Yorkers >ut tittle over three-quarters of an hour to eat dinner apd prepare; but all this was done without a murmur, and long before the civil and rallitary Eeeroe was formed, the Seventh was in its position in 2. ‘The march from the City Hall to the scene of the cere- monits was Jong, tedious and exceedingly muddy, and the arrangements and operation of the whole affair a signa) failure compared with the way New Yorkers carry out affairs on great public occasions. In fact, the whols receeming feature of the day was the presenc of the National Guard. People came bundreds of miles to see them, and were convinced, by occular demonstration, that their reputation was well deserved. In the inaugural ceremonies, the right of the military column was given to the United States Marine Corps, one hundred and fifty strong, though by courtesy the National Gvard should bave had it. There were two companies from Baltimore in the line, and the several military com. anies of Washington, of course, were there. The Presi- nt of the Uni , ‘his mounted guard, fol- lowed the infantry in his own and the members of bis Cabinet, members of gress, tinguished civilians and officers of and wavy were in cal behind him. ‘The review of the Ne Guard by President Buchan- an on Thursday was probably the grandest military soene ever witnesed tn Washington. ‘The preparatory arrange- ment was the formation of the regiment ia front of National Hotel, on Pennsylvanis avenue, where they went throvgh the ceremony of a full parade. This affair ‘was witnessed by several thousané spectators. The Guard were attired jn their full drees gray suit, and appeared a fresb, although recovering from a tedious trip from lew York. After the dress parade the route of march was pureved up the avenue to Lafayette square, where they halted in front of the White House, or Presidential mantion. The officers then proceeied im a body to the President’s house, where, after afew minutes detention, the officers of the Seventh were individ introduced to the President by Col. Lefferts. The President then sig- ified a desire to speak to the entire regiment, after ho should bave reviewed them. The officers then left the mansion and preceeded to their places in the tal By this time the grounds contiguous to tne White se, OD Pennsylvania avenue and rette square, ‘were throngea jerablo delay, the President, sovera! members of his Cabinet, his pri vate secretary, Bon. Jobn Cochrane and other distinguished gentlemen, appeared in front of the column. The Preai- dent and escort, with Adjutant Liebenau, of the Seventh, proceeded to the right of the column, and procee ied to ro. view the troops as they stood with open ranks ani arms at present,” the bend playing ‘Wastiogton’s March,”’ ‘The President, notwithstanding the muday condition of the avenue, walked the entire leugth of the regiment, making a minute ine] of the troops as he pasged. After the President returned to bis original position the regiment pazeed in review in column, by companies, once in ordina. ry time and afterwards in ‘double quick.”” The marching of the troops was superb; indeed, they never looked to bet. ter advantage than on this occasion. After the review the troops were eloquently addressea by the President and Hon. Jobn Cochrane, M. C. The Seventh then march- ed back to their quarters, where they were dismissed, to meet subject to the call of the following order:— Branguanters Seventn Reciwest, Nationa Horet, Wasmincton, Feb. 23, 1860, H This regiment will arsemble fully uniformed, with over- iform caps, crossbelts and baapeacks, for marching Regimental line will be formed in front of the National Botel at three o'clock. ee 724 for delivery to the Quartermaster, im Major Graham, with the band, will to the Colonel, at his quarters, at balf-past two o'clock PM. Bergeants Clearman and Weed will report to the Quarter- ™By order of Marebal Lefferts, Colonel. is 4. B. LIRBENAU, Adjutant Before the Guard left Washington the band serenaded Mrs. Hon. John J. Crittenden at the National Hotel. Thoy played selections from the of “Attila” and “Linda de Chamounix,” and the new National Guard Quicketep, with drum chorus. Mrs. C. expressed herself highly de. lighted with the honor conferred on her, and pronounced. the music superb. At the same time she jocularly re- marked to Quartermaster Winchester, that she never saw Pape ogrigy gh nd men before in her life, and tbat the Seventh must have brought all there were of that class from New York. On ‘Thursday, at balf-pect three o'clock, P. M., the Guard marched down to the Washington and Baltimore Railroad depot, to embark for home. They proceeded thither without apy escort. During the stay of the visiters in Washington they were entertained b; Washington Light Infantry at the new Congretiional Commitee who hed charge of the laauge, 0 ym wi o - ration of the statue. ‘The trip home was not characterized with any unusual point of interest, except, perhaps, at Baltimore and all the stations on the journey there appeared a well deve- loped enthusiasm. ey experienced considerable difficulty and delay in croesing the Susquehanna. The boat carried over five care with their passengers. Other cars were furnished for the remainder on this side. There were fifteen cars in the train. Colonel Lefferts, Lieutenant Colonel Crawford, Major Pond, Quartermaster Winchester, and Assistant Quarter- master Laimbeer, were all indefatigable in the transporta- tion of the regiment from cags to the ferryboats on the route, and a remarkable care, system and management prevailed throughout the entire trip, that reflect credit on the entire corps. An incident connected with the trip is worthy of men- tion. It is this:—$6,000 towards dc the expenses of the trip was collected in the cars by ler A. Kemp before they reached Philadelphia. ‘The report that the regiment gave three groans on leay- ing Washington, as alleged by a contemporary, is erro- neous. The Guard gave the “ Richmond cheer,” which consists of three clappings of the hands anda “ booh |” Many not understanding this mistook it for groans, and hence the blunder, honors paid to the Guard on Thursday last, by the review and address by President Bucbanan, and after- wards by the adoption of the resolution in the House of Representatives instructing the Doorkeeper of that body to provide places for the members of the Seventh regi- ment, were highly appreciated by the laiter. The resolu- Droi tion passed unanimously, and of our gallant National Guard subsequently occu prominent places there, and for the moment attracted the attention usually given to honorable members. The excursion just accomplished by the National Guard. in a purely national purpose, at an immense outlay of money, was never before undertaken by any volunteer organization; and no regular army or regiment could be transported over the route which the Seventh was with more order or system. New York has been nobly repre- sented in the national event that has just transpired; and the gallant soldiers who have promptly responded to an invitation of the rational Congress, and proceeded on a long journey at their own expense, ‘be reimbursed for the outlay they have made. [From the Washington Star, Feb. 23. We bear that many members of this admirable corps exprees themselves much digappointed with their recep- tion here, after being eepecially invited by committees of Congres to participate in the proceedings of yesterday. Thur, ata moment's notice, and at heavy expense to themselves, they left New York, and were not assigned “the right” of the procession; nor were any of their ofii- cers invited to places upon the stand while the ceremonies of the occasion were in progrees. Again, no ball or re- ception—usual on such occasions—has taken place in compliment to them. Such are the all Now, we are very sure that no di! towards them was designed. The late hour at which they reached Waebington—after all the arrangements for the proces. jion were made—accounts for the failure to tender them aporition on the right. The terrible state of the weather, the awful crowd around the statue, and the confusion ges out of those things, were doubtless the cause why = duty of inviting their fleld officers upon the stand was It was not known here that the regiment d favoring us with their presence sufficiently deforehsnd to permit the District up a ball, or, indeed, any other entertainment than the bountiful collation for two thousand souls which was duly spread out in the District Armory. The delay that took place in the inauguration of the statue prevented the visiting military from their Gipner there, as was intended ; turning that entertainment into a very desultory supper party, and defeating the a of making it the occasion of complimenting the wenth regiment and the rest of the troops from a dis- tance attending, according to their deserts. We are very sure tbat all here interested in the proceedings of yester- day beartily thank all ths soldiery from other points par- ticipating, for their attendance, and are disposed to do their Loot to render their visiters as comfortable and happy as possible. THE RECEPTION AT HOME. Long before lazy city cocks had taken it into their heads to crow yesterday morning, and even before care- ful housewives had shaken off drowsy Somnus, the streets of Gotham were astir with gayly uniformed soldiery, and the air resounded with inspiriting music. Five o'clock A. M. saw most of the members of the Twelfth and Ninth regiments out of bed—in fact at the place of rendezvous, to prepare for the proper reception of the world renowned Seventh on their return from Washington. A quarter be- fore six was the time set forth in the programme for the orming, but the battalion of the Seventh regiment made up of such members as did not go to Washington, and un. der the command of Colonel Duryee, failing to report themselves in readiness, Colonel Butterfield, the com mander of the escort, deferred the business for an hour later. At the eame time also the field of operations was shiftea from Broome street to Broadway—a very desirable change, seeing that the latter street, during the night pre vious, had been made to cultivate extensively the acquaint- anceahip of the official brooms, while the former stil) reeked with filth and splashed with mud in the most tan- talizing fashion. The Twelfth regiment appeared in fall strength, winter uniform, numbering in all, band in- clusive, nearly 400 members, and the galiant Ninth, commanded by Col. Van Beuren, turned out about the same number, attired likewise ix their winter uniforms, overcoats, full dress caps, &, The expected battalion of the Seventh not making its appearance at seven o'clock, the regimental lines were formed op Broadway, the right wing of the Tweifth rest Teoeh | effect that the excursionists would not reach Jei ing on ring street, a if Ninth on v1 about eight position the two regiments remained an- ‘clock, in moment ee of being reentorced by the ailatory contingent of the Seventh; but as fears then began to be entertained that the Natlonal neces. Guard might arrive before the escort would be to receive them at the foot of Cortlandt street, rer fary orcers were given, and®the com; ‘broke into column, marching down Broadway to the Park, the Ninth forming the van. Here the gallant little army was drawn vp in front of the City Hall, and shortly after dismissed until nine o'clock, @ despatch having been received to the recy Cit} pew near ten. The led nf people, men, women on the steps, balcony, windows, chains of the pang es] and even clinging to the sacred image of the Father of His Country, who, op this cecasion, apawered the bare pur- pores of footstools for a dozen or more of hia children, in the ebope cf ragges urchine—shoeless, coatiess and ua- washed. At the lively sound of the reveille which was Punstually at 9 o'clock, the lines were reformed, the Seventh regiment battalion made ite appearance ent 100 etrong, marching into the Park from proednas in two cowpsnies, sixteen fil t. Their straight, crect and manly bearing insured them n heart weereee from their brethren in arms, a8 well as from aseem- bled thousands who shouted, wayed their hate, jui and otherwise exhibited genuine euthusiaam. thi affairs reeeived by Onl. i noon. This information necessiti anothe; to the hour of 11 o'clock, when it ac agreed. the escort ae. under aay cronmnnnce , Commence their march, and take u 8 rtlandt and Greenwich streets. While al: eee olpg on in the Park and town, the scene in other portions of the city was scarcely Jess animated. Broadway was lined with people auxious- y ‘Waiting to get a view of the retorning regiment, and the ladies especially were out in unusua) numbers, unusa- lly early, and dressed in their gayest garments. tndon the pier sdjonlag ibe Jereey Gy ferry. 8 -apaty andon pier adjoining lorsey '), & Com of artillery were stationed with a lar; on the in readiness to let it roar forth the ahacuncement as soon 8 the frat news of the coming of the Guard would be eceived. In the immense ies station at the Jersey fide, as early ag six o’clock several ladies and gentlemen were in waiting, while out in the streets the soldiers seemed to be the all ‘yersation. It was strange to note ment the event appeared to create all over; to witness the: anxiety to get the “ firat peep,” and the proportionate dis- appointment occasioned as despatch putting the looked for moment off further and every twenty minutes or 0. At last, ataboutten minutes to: eleven o'clock, intelligence was received that the train containing the precious warriors bad left 10:45, and would be surely in thirty minutes. This information was about, and the crowd, as a consequence, increased four- fold in lees than fifteen minutes, so that shortly before the expected time several hundred rere bled in the vicinity of the station and over wh‘ch the train would have to pass. Toe inside of the buliding was cleared of every! ‘an incumbrance, and almost exactly Second 0 twenty miputes after eleven o’clock, the shrill whiatle of the ergine was heard, thick clouds of smoke and steam: diffueed themselves around, and the iron horse rattled into the station, bailed with @ round of cheers almost deafening. Before the train had well stopped, the looked for-roldiers issued from the cars, were greete warmly by their frienas collected on the platform, and i bad no sleep during the night, nor any refresh- ments since two o’clock the day previous. With as little delay an practicable, therefore, they were marched in double files on board the ferry boat in waiting for them, which, by the wsy, was very handsomely decorated with fla; rf empee collation in the way of several milk cans of hot coffee, and some two thousand sandwiches, ‘was found in readiness for them here; and it is unneces- sary to add that short work was made of the repast, with- out much attention to the stiff starch conven! of etiquette. Fingers were converted into forks, swords and bayonets were found excellent substitutes for knives, and the veritable tops of the milk cans themeelves sub- served the purpoees of bowls, out of which the piping hot beverage was imbibed with a relish that certainly seemed to be very agreeable for a plain common sense person to- look at, however much it might have shocked the de!icate nerves of Sasbion. It was a sight worth looking at, the gallant Seventh regiment—the talk of the Ucion—swig- ging down coffee out of vessels from which horres mig! Have mssticated their fodder with ease, and picking at cold hem in the primitive style of the aborigines. The collation being despatched, the splendid band struck up some excellent music, and the ous into the stream on its voyage to New Yor! way over, tbe boys enjoyed themselves right singing, cracking jokes, and yelling out the ‘‘sky-rocket eheer”—a. S method of expreesing emotion, in use her. phn itimore City Guard, and consisting of a sort of hip, booh, and final ah-ah, which have an extremely ludicrous Dut amusing effect. On nearing the New York shore, the band played ‘Home, Sweet Home,” with a sweetness and pathos that struck every listener with admiration. The aic ‘was extremely spprcpriate to the occasion, and sounded doubly beautitu ‘on the clear, sparkling water, which flowed gently and oe onward as if in sympathy with the soft melody. ly had the last note of in- struments died away, when the gun on the plor next the ferry thundered forth its weloome, and the cheering of the thousands on the docks rent the air. When the boat. arrived at her moorings, the enthusiasm evinced ‘was of the most gentine character. Every timber on the surrounding di ‘was crowned with a cae bawler, and the din and roar wade up by the combined efforts of £0 many lungs were almost unendurab! It was a little after noon when out into West and Cortlendt streets, to form in order for the march. The Twelfth and Ninth regiments, and the stay-at-home reserve of the , were drawn up along the gouth side of Cortlandt street, and a tremendous essemblage of people filled every available particle of ®pace within reach of the eye. The returned warriors ad- vanced up Cortlandt street, marching by columa in platoons to Broadway, and re military salute Srom the escort. In Broadway the line was formed, right. on Ann treet, and a halt baving been ordered, the escort marched in advance, when the parade was continued in the following order:— ° Reserve of Seventh regiment. Returned Seventh rv ent. At every etep the Seventh was with boisterous: demonstrations, akd the escorting companies were like- wise received with deserved favor by the populace. The throng was cense and immense—almost defying locomo- tien—and the tunity was extensively availed of by the light fingered gentry, who doubtless practised their feats of legerdemain with considerable profit to their pockets. An idea of the audacity of these agile in tividu- ‘als may be gleaned from the fact that the sacred person of our reporter was not even secure from their manipula- tions, inasmuch as he bad bis watch dexterously extracted from a vest pocket, concealed under two coats tightly but- toned over. What will not practice accomplish? On the head of the eolaumn the end of the Parke a salute from Captain James McMahon’s battery was fired, and when the smoke cleared away the enclosure igsida ‘The police § arrangements bere were excellent, the crowd baving been kept well back, and ample space preserved for the pageage of the regiments. The Mayor, ‘with several members of Common Council and a number of military celebrities, were onthe sacred for review eet apart for the uee of the officials, and—it ia only making repetitions to state it—thousands and thon- sande were collected together ag spectators. In the most admirable order each company of the escort passed, ard, then, last, came the great object of attraction—the Seventh, marcping with a regularity and discipline really faultless, They presented a front thirty files deep, reach- ing from {tbe steps of the Hall to the railing, as un- varying almost as @ geometrical line. The closest scru- Uny could not detect the variation of a hair. Cheer upoa cheer broke forth. The Seventh, though fatigued, no more diecomfort than when they started on their trip, and never before were they witnessed to greater advan- Pie. The Midas) was pr] payee ae ea lute merely having been paid to jayor in passing. After leaving the Park the march was continued as far up as Eighih street, where. after a variety of exercises, the roel oy were disbanded, and the military pageant wag con 5 3 I AcapEMY or Mosic.—‘Sappho,”’ Pacini’s best opera, ‘was given last night for the first and only appearance of Madame Gazzaniga. The weather was distressingly disa- greeable, but the audience was one of the largest and most fashionable of the season. Madame Gazsaniga’a performance of the unfortunate operatic public of the metropolis. is familiar to the New Onurans, Feb. 24, 1860. Cotton firm: sales to day 12,000 bales at 103,¢. a Le. for middling. time Jast year. Exports, 88,000 1,245,800 bales. Receipts chead of lant ear, $99,500 aloe! Receipts at al) Southern ports ahead bales; stock at New Orleans, 561,500 230. a 24350. Ceflee firm at lli¥c. a ‘week, 10,000 bags; stock, 35,600 the same time iast year. " 60 days, 13 92 por cent diecount, and at, sieht 1-168 X per cent premium, on New York, Freight of cotton to Liverpool 9-164. Momz, Feb. 28, 1960, Cotton quiet. The Furopa’s news bad no effect. Priceg earier, but quotations unchanged. Sales to-day 3,000 ome Savannan, Feb. 28, 1860, Cotton steady. Sales to-day, 1,850 baics; sales of the week, 18,600 bales; receipts of the week, '16,500 bales, againrt 9,000 in same week last year; increased receipt at thie port 66,245 bales; do. at all the porte, 368,665 balee: stock, 80,205 bales; eterlhng exchange active at 83 a 8 premium, SAVANNAH, Feb. 24, 1860, Cotton quiet: eales 440 bales. - CHARLESTON, Feb. 24, 1860, Cotton—Sales to-day 4400 bales, the market with a dechning tendency. Avaveta, Ga., Feb. 24, 1860, Cotton uncbanged: tales to-day 380 bales. *