election did somewhat surprise me. Hurrah! for Capt. Bob! There can be no doubt of General Houston's election to the presidency, and loss of General Lamar's to the Vice presidency. You have no doubt heard how the election went on the Brazos. I have just returned from Velasco. The Flash was there and has nothing for you, She will be here today, is in sight with a fair wind, which has already been ahead a day or two. I presume your correspondent in N.0. did not send what you ordered in consequence of her advertising for Velasco, though he has brought articles for Gov. Zavala. The Kos will probably bring yours; she will be here without doubt in ten days. The Independence, Com. Hawkins, arrived at Velasco, just before I got there. He was chased on the coast of Mexico for 10 or 12 hours by armed Mexican brigs and one schooner, but made his escape. He learned their names on the coast. In all they carry 27 guns. He was informed off .Matamoros that 4000 Mexicans were on the march for Texas, 2000 of which were cavalry: Carnes and Teal have escaped and are at headquarters of the Army. They bring news of more troops raised in Mexico for this country, headed by General Bravo and Valencia. We shall have warm work yet. I am glad to hear of the brisk trade you have had and that the health of the country is getting better: I have my doubts whether the Colonel will ever be able to get his mill agoing, 1_0twithstanding his industry and pcrserverance. I had heard of the high times at Harrisburg. The new town of Houston cuts a considerable swell in the paper. I wish its projectors and proprietors success with all my heart. IL will injure Harrisburg city greatly when it gets into successful operation. Property must begin to depreciate there already. As for New Washington, and Lynchburg, Scotisburg and all the other burgs, not forgetting Powhatam, all must go down. Houslonburg must go ahead in the newspaper at least. I have had on the Island the secret agent of the United States. Next Congress will not attach us to the Union, I think. A spy has been on the Island likewise - a letler from him lo General Urrea has been intercepted at New Orleans. I expect soon to go to the United States. Have you any commands? Truly and Respectfully yrs [To A. Briscoe] J. Morgan
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