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The Daily Dispatch: August 6, 1863., [Electronic resource], Later from the North. (search)
ere that seven thousand French soldiers are on the way here from Vera Cruz. It needs confirmation. If true, the authorities will endeavor to meet and fight them with such force as they can collect. They will surely dispute with an earnest struggle for the possession of Tamaulipas and of course this most important town would be the principal prize to be fought for. The Mexicans are resolute, and will fight the French to the last. They are united here in their opposition to the invaders. Miramon is the lion of Fort Brown of late. He has attempted to tamper with the authorities here, but has utterly failed. They say that Mexico wants none of the services of men who have already betrayed the nation. The people are essentially loyal and patriotic. The Texas people are desirous of playing into the bands of the French. They are up for anything that will embarrass the United States and prefer European monarchy. They are playing the part of adventurers to the fullest extent. M