12 JANUARY 1861, page 11

Gaeta.

ITALY, :whose prospects were so radiant two months ago, now looks forward into a future clouded with uncertainty. We may trust with Lord Palmerston, that the union of the whole......

Secession, A Fait Accompli.

Tax first step has been taken—South Carolina, by an ordinance passed unanimously, on the 20th of December, has repealed the ordinance adopted by the State roalltntion of 1788,......