However John Bull may sneer and endeavor to detract from the valor of our troops, his own annals do not furnish proofs of greater skill and more fearless daring and successful result.

The Mexican race is a worn-out race, and God in his Providence is taking this mode to regenerate them.

Whatever may be the opinions of some in relation to the justness or unjustness of our quarrel, there ought to be but one opinion among all good men, and that should be that the moment should be improved to throw a light into that darkened nation, and to raise a standard there which, whatever may become of the Stars and Stripes, or Eagle and Prickly Pear, shall be never taken down till all nations have flocked to it.

Our Bible and Tract Societies and missionaries ought to be in the wake of our armies." "_January 28, 1847._ Telegraph matters are becoming more and more interesting.

The people of the country everywhere are desirous of availing themselves of its facilities, and the lines are being extended in all directions.