1860. December 29.—Dates and news from New York to the 15th inst. General Cass had resigned. Governor Dickinson is mentioned as his successor. So we go, from one unfit to another more so. My country, my country, whither in the intoxication of your liberty are you plunging!
Skating for several days on the Serpentine; ice three or four inches thick. The wind has veered to the southeast, and a thaw may be expected.
