March 25, 1836 Hopkinsville IMPORTANT by expess, intelligence has reached Nacogdoches, that the forces of Santa Ana are marching rapidly towards the frontiers of Texas. The advance of his army consists of upwards of 3000 men. Their course is directed towards San Antonio, and the military posts below that place. It is thought that the beginning campaign will be protracted one, in asmuch as the Texans are not yet fully prepared for the field, and will consequently act upon the defensive until their arrangements shall have been completed. Great reliance is placed by the Texans on strong reinforcements from the United States. Now is the time when assistance is needed. It is likewise stated that General Cos and all his officers are raising troops to patrol upon Texas. Two thousand men under his command are said to be on their march already, whilst forces are gathering rapidly and numerously from all quarter. The report that General Houston had been dismissed from the service, is untrue. We are glad of this. He is a good man and true, and calculated to be of invaluable service to Texas.. CLINTON MISSISSIPI GAZETTE Betty Sellers