WASHINGTON, March 2. – It is now said to be clearly
understood between the allied powers that a monarchy will be the result of the
present invasion of Mexico.
Notwithstanding assurances given the United States that they did not
have any political object there, it is believed they will say the monarchy will
be extended by the free will of the Mexican people, just as the empire was
established in France.
The War Department refuses to transmit any letters to
Southern States.
Reports received from all the military departments the past
week represent the condition of troops as very good and having a patriotic
desire for action.
Major General Hitchcock declines his appointment on the
ground of ill health not permitting him to perform his duties.
Gen. Lander died to-day at Pawpaw Western Virginia, from
dysentery, exposure and wounds received at Edwards Ferry.
– Published in The Burlington Weekly Hawk-Eye,
Burlington, Iowa, Saturday, March 8, 1862, p. 3
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