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OFFICIAL.

The following letter from Major l.ally addressed
to Col Wilson at Vera Cruz, and by him forwarded
Adjutant General R. Jones, at Washington
HEADQUARTERS, JAIApA, Aug. 26, 1877
To Co.. Wilson, Vera Cruz:
My command reached this place on the morning of the
Goth instant. We have fought our way triumphantly
every inch OF the route but have had severe con
Paso Ovejas Sas before repeatedly on the 12tn August
the National Bridge, the 18th of August at Ccuo
Gordo and on the 10th at Las Anmas, only mile and
half from this CITY, Not wagon has fallen into the
hands Of the enemy We have been opposed by least
1900 1900 guerillas these occasions-pelhaps
less at the last for they were badly whipped at Cero
reorganze Father Jarauta commanded them. Our loss
IS great During the entire march, officers wounded;
u of rank and file killed; MORALLY wounded &C wound
ed. OF this number, killed and wounded were at
places elsewhere than the four actions named above
regret to say that at the National Bridge Mr. George
Iwiggs (expectmg. commission and to be A. d. G. to
Gen to was killed while gallany serving in my staff
Capt J. H. Calwell, of voltigeurs, and Capt A. c. Cum
mngs 18th infantry, were wounded on the 10Th (as be-
fore reported,) but are doing well now. AT National
Bridge, Lieut. James A. Wnder, of voltigeurs, and Lieut.
George A. Adams, OF marine corps were dangerously
wounded also, on the day, Capt w J. Clark. 18th
infantry in the thigh I'd Lieut. Charles M Cearor, 18th
infantry not severely, in the leg At Las Animas, on
officer was wounded in the neck not severey but has,
for a few days, been disabled from command large
number OF sick have accumulated besides our wounded;
and shall be compelled to remain here many days TO
recruit. | cannot too much praise the galantry OF the
otcersthe men, raw and unrestricted, have gradually
acquired confidence Col Wynkoop arrived from Perotc
on the oath, having heard were in danger at Cerro
Gordo We waited three days for your reinforcement,
and hearing of it at Plan del Rio, sent back body OF
dragons to National Bridge who, finding it in posses
sion of the enemy, concluded that it was repulsed
am panied at the rumor heard of the loss OF
its wagons. Dr. Cooper and - dragons reached us.
cannot too earnestly recommend that you the a
thority to order the reoccupaon of this city Even
Gen Scott not before the city of Mexico, and beyond
the reach OF renfocemens, you perceive that trains are
constantly endangered by guerillas, and am satisfied
that this city has been their headquarters and that then
chief supplies have been forwarded from here. Their
spirits have been raised by absence of the troops am
certain that Gen Scott the spot, would order its re-
occupation. Col Wynkoop concurs in its importance.
Very truly yours,
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Rp n. GREEN. .7ucti0ne6r.

HI n. GREEN. .7ucti0nHfr.
HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN FURNITURE, EN-
II CRAVINGS, WINES &c, at aucton-On Friday,
the 9th Instant 10 o'clock, M shall sell, the house
adjoining the residence of Mr.. Travers, Pennsylvania
avenue between 18th and 18th Streets excellent lot of
furniture, viz
Mahogany sideboard bureaus, aud rocking chairs
Do 2 sets hair-seat parlor chairs, bookcase, nc.
Do sofas and lounges
Do pier and other glasses
DO dining, breakfast, centre and card tables
Do marbc.top pier tables, mantle clocks
Do 2 fine dressing bureaus, with marble tops
Girandoles, solar, hail. and other lamps
Candelabras, mantle ornaments, &c.
Feather beds bedding, bedsteads
Wardrobes, washstands and toilet sets
Brussels, 3py, and ingram carpets
China, glass; and crockery ware amongst which are
two fine French China gold band tea sets
Balance handle knives and forks
Radiator and other stoves
Copper and bel-rneal kettles
With good lot of kitchen requisites
Also dozen good wine.
Terms: All sums of and under $3.50, cash $780, a
credit OF sixty and Ninety days, Tor bearing in
terest, satisfactorily endorsed A. GREEN,
Oct Id Auctoneer.
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The London Times gives authenticity to current report
tween the British and the Roman governments

tween tn8 BTItbH and me ROlan governments:
"The Earl of Mir to, who is on his road TO Turin
will extend his Rome, and though accredited
by any official introduction, invested with any formal
representative character will be enabled by his
at the Poncal Court facilitate the
between States which have sensbly persisted in
blocking up the ordinary channels of necessary
nicatio The position and connexions of his lodshp will
be immediate and sufficient guaranty of his RESPONSE
bilty, and wl confer upon him much OF that authority
known qualifications for such mission supply complete
that the interests and honor of England will be
snfe in his hands In this way it expected that minis
may be enabled to communicate with friendly State
very critical period OF its fortunes without rendering
themselves liable the accumulated penalties which
ingenious devised for AS parlia
meets, the letter of the law may be brought into
cordance with the spirit of the age, and, after have
eacousy recognised the political existence of power
which present commands the and practical sym
pathies half the population of the island Lord Mimic
be boldly invested with title betng the functions he
must necessarily discharge"
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5'''Vs
THE proprietors this hotel have secured the aid of
a MI george w Yeilott, as their general agent in
fent'ng anu hereafter conducting the establishment He
IS anhorlzed TO act in relating thereto in
purchasing and making all and engage
propretors themselves could do and ali the TRANSACTIONS
ofihe house must be through him alone.
The house having been enlarged thoroughly repaired and
reurnished, will be opened on the 18th of October
Having secured the services of Mr. II. r. Thomson as
caterer Formerly of Coemans) they trust to render the
house every way worthy Of patronage,
Sep l6-eod2mif
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IN X. ". DY.Efs, .4,sctioneer.


THXCELLENT HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE AT AUG
u TION-On Monday the It'll, October next (if fair, }
10 o'clock m, ! shall sell, at the residence OF Mr.
Clark, 18th street, between q and streets his house
hold and kitchen furniture which is very good and among
which
Mahogany har-seat chairs and rocking chairs
2mabogany sofas, mahogany rd and other tables
Handsome marbe-top centre and pier tables
Large and handsome pier glass, solar and hall lamps
Blue moreen and muslin window curtains, and orna-
Dinner and tea china, glassware
Handsome manel clock and ornaments
Very superior Brussels 3py, and ingram carpets, for
parors, steps, and chambers
Stair rods, hearth rugs, olcotb for hall, radiators
High and French post bedseaos
Good feather beds and mattresses
Mahogany bureaus, washstands, wardrobes
Toilet sets, &c. &c.
And general assortment of kitchen requisites, cook
ing-stove, Ne
Terms of sale All of and under S25, cash
$2 credit of and four months for satisfactorily
endorsed, bearing interest
Sept 29-eods II. W. DYER, Auctioneer,
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University Of Virginia.
TIME annual of the University will
l. the LIST of October and continue without in
teruption until the 10Th June. The faculty scomposed
follows
Gessner HARRISON NJ D., professor of ancient languages.
M Schee de We're, LID, professor OF modern langua-
ges
Edward H. Courenay, LID professor of mathematics.
Mr. William Il. Rogers, professor of natural philosophy
Robert r. Rogers, NJ d. professor of chemistry and
James l.. Cabel, NJ D., professor of anatomy and
gerry
Henry Howard M. d. professor of medicine.
VIM. II. McGufey d. D. and LII. D., professor OF moral
philosophy.
Mr. John B. Minor, professor of law
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the University unless he produce certificate from such
seminary other satisfactory evidence the Faculty. with
respect TO his general good conduct
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The Monterey correspondent of the New Orlean
National under date of August 26, SAYS:

National, under date of August &c, says
Some iend in human shape last night made terrible
iustra ton of little more grape Capt Bragg for he
naced my der the bed Of the gallant soldier ghtnch
bomb-shei with train leading of by which was igned
The explosion terrific, but fortunately the Captain
reived no niurv Two Of the missiles through his
he'd without touching him His escape is looked upon
miraculous the of the shell having been scattered
around fn hundred wards No is assigned for this
attempt upon Capt Braggs life except that Of his
men think he is too severe hi his discipline. This the
second attempt upon his life'
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IT. i. LHIL I,
Major 9th infantry, commanding


I'VE understand that Major Lally's suggestion has
been anticipated, and that orders issued the 10Th
of August, from the office of the Adjuant General
directing the reoccupation of Jalapa. We presume thai
before this time military post has been established IN
that city. We cannot doubt that Major Lalys force
joined with Colonel Wynkoop's and General Lane
force at least 2,Ooo has advanced to form junction with
General Scott. l--UNIoN.
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DAMAsk NAPKINs.-We have received so dozen da-
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good. D. CLAGETT " w.
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MEDICAL DEPARTMENT.
In the medical Department. the session is of the same
ength as the academic session. (nne months,) which
enables the students complete curriculum of studies
extensive as that of any other medical institution in the
Union, by attending only two lectures day They have,
moreover the advantage of daily rigid examinations the
subjects discussed in the daily lectures
The expenses of the medical students are the
those OF other Students with the addition of dssectng
fee of IS.
VIM. S. KEMPER,
Proctor and Patron, University of Virginia.
July 29-2aw2nop
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rINHE Pstapsco Female Institute, EIi'cotfs
Il Mills, Md, Mrs Lincoln Phelps, principally will be
in session for the winter after the Sd OF November
Sept 30-2awt3dDec.
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TTOFFMAN's Legal Stuhy.-Prsce rcduced--Course
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Price SO 25-regular price, So few copies this day
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Oct6
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LATE PROM Rio JANEIRo-We have been furnished by the
politeness of gentleman in this city, with the following
extract of letter. Just received by him from Rio de janet
TO- dated 18th Of August This letter announces The arr
val of the United States shp-ofhene Ohio Capt String
ham, after passage of forty-one days
''NIr. Tod, the American minister, and family, WELL
but had up the above date landed and thought
would be presented until he receives further
instructions from government He will in the
time, take house and remain private citizen until his
instructions arrive Mr. Walsh the present secretary of
legation the embassy of Mr. Wise, will remain charge
d'aifares
"Mr. Wise will be ready sail for the United States
about the LIST of September The Bazilians doing all
kinds of things to bring themselves in trouble
Lord Howden the British minister, has arrived here
from the river having previous to his leaving raised the
blockade far the English fleet concerned
pae~skie, the French minister, left here yesterday for
France lay before his king the whole subject of the in
tervenon and the of its failure 1t is stated that he
agreed with Lord Howden to the proprety of raising the
blockade, but did like tie responsibility
placing many of his counrymen in the power of the
army Of General Oribe. The French subjects in Monte
video, thus exposed, amount about eight thousand
"The United States ship Columbia, Capt Richie, bear
ing the broad pendant of Commodore Rousseau,
Rio. All well."-Phaadelphia Ledger.
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Address ]. ~ G. MAURY,
Agents for ]. w Maury " Co., Managers
Aug 2O-Wd&ciftd Washington city, ID. c.
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From the Misslssippian



We have cheering accounts from all quarters OF IN. ne
State of Mississippi The wings have sirlvea IN t ~
induce ishy democrat to take the field IN oPPo;;vh
Col j. w Matthew'S for governor, and no Mns de-
oas this year Of paying 1877 hs iS nepsnSent candidate for
anditor Of public accounts has made no IMPRESSION an
verse to Mr. Swami and the election o. 'na' a,l,u
old democrat Samuel Stamps 10 ine o'lss " C;tb
nr cand;date FOR State treasurer has no oppositona
fart which amply proves the ludicous selecuoh haue
nv the central committee OF nominations
Our alyices in relation to the congressional canvas h
=; ali four of the districts are not less cheering than
they are in regard to the State ticket The naePe1"e
or rather self-chosen candidate in opposition 10 W.T.
Thompson in the first district, is destined 10 eceNe
most inglorious defeat
In the second district Col MCung has almost gwen
up the contest We informed that after cahvisshg
Carroll county, he declared that the democrauc organ
iZaton there impregnable-he coud MOI Peheuae
Al Middleton he made q speech, but said he would
merely go through the notions, for he was conscious
of the fact that he could change democrat from his
PURPOSES We set down Mr. Feaiherstons election as
certain by majority OF 1880.
In the third district the canvass IS the most exciting
of any other. Mr.. z. w. Tompkins is very anxious to
go Congress- and he is prepared to promise almost any
thing; however, inasmuch he refuses to defend Inc
payment of unjust debts and inasmuch he known TO
have been at all times hitherto most violent whiS anu
attempted to defame General Jackson Wnen una.
great patriot the brink OF the grave-We say, ~
consideration of these and many other facts 100 teuous
TO mention the people of the third district VIII commune
in their service their old and well-uied iehd' H. '"
Roberts.
opposition He is now among the people, and they as,
semble in crowds to hear him. The wings cannot ma
man to oppose him, and the few disaifeced democrats
are ashamed of the position they occupy raise piue
of consistency alone induces them 10 Perse'eie III 'nei
,r.. III,
Thus stands the political canvass in Mississippi The
position of the democratic party is most triumphant
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The Yazoo City Whig. [volume] (Yazoo, Miss.) 1844-1851, 1847-02-26

He wee nenleneea g 8 severely fspt
led
cK &eM ANE * 1l
al MtN lsoN1n letter sleo a1,
Was received 81 Capt Cross lie kae
eos from Capt. Chapman. Quarts iliaeisIs =.
tached q General Wool's division, iniorm-
ms him that Major Borland. Of the Arkansas
cayalry m City men and Mai. 6sinesan
Caseine III. Clay, with 80 more, had been
surprised and captuted a place called ms
eonaeioR. abon. iiily miles from SallillOl on
the morning q the 23d phino, b 6ens Ms
non, pt ihe head oi Eve hundred cayalrys
Gen. Minon was informed by bic spies 81
1lai Borland ocaliiy, and be marched rom
3 town called Aalchula and surprised him
% comPlsisly ihai not / gFn Ras fred hy 81.
thef party.
A letter from NaiamorCs Of the Cd inst.
safes that Lieut. Miller 81 the second Ohio
regiment, while proceeding from CamaTgoio
Monterey, With only epe man. vas murder.
ed on the road The sieamer Whifeville,
just arrived ,repors The certainty ofa couri.
eFstrom Gen. Taylor, With dispatches Ct
great imponance " being killed near Ramos
asrnsll villages BotorioAs fol the rascally in>
habitantg In and about there.
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"a hp disrnlo1 I'ile 1sxea s Re %
Na1ac ana ion Cup St
California. ania iudel s. g
hy Mexicp c e.li4en anp Asf
IaiF sum n eas esule DOT Done
THE Without soldier bsyond Coz.
pn hlielil b negotiation Nss e Be our
policy, with nancy I0l ilainslgulnent, y 81
rush into war and draw the sword Tor fes
intellectual blows. served % iKFiiale,
not e subduel The nalional sentiment q
Mexico i nov smhislsred lgainsl nss A
invaders Of Der soil We have gone toe re-,
Of We have not gone CT enough.
Al one moment our policy has been OH
for intlmidaliOps Il Gle nexl, 10 c0nciliate,
With one band We were % strike terrible
blows, and with the other convey Santa An,
na into Mexico 70 acl he paFl Of traitor
81 subscribing our interests nthe guiae ol
patriotic devotion 70 bic oan country. The
same game, Il appears, il to be continued.
The President aekS f0g increased forces aud
supplies. sud fora Lieut.. General 10 carry
90 the war with energy, and q the same
lime solicits three millions 60 carry On bis
intrigue With Santa Anna.
Here We haze Ne. Folks consistency Col.
y and fairly developed IS Nc. SEWER
How Oflsn have W. been told by Nc. POlk'a
organ and ~ members of Congress who
pride themselves upon being 10 the ,scsell
Of he sdminislratioh. thst MszicO ansf nd
should pay al the expenses Of lhe WaF,--
that 40 pesee should ever Be- medsexeepl
upon ibis cOndiiion---if sbe could moi pay
moneg, che must give lerriiOsyl ButROWr
the tune Exchanged; instead Of - receiving
money Or territory from Mexico, Congress.
is called upon ~ Nc. Polk Tor three mil.
lions pay 70 Msaicoin order that an 'hon.
cradle peace" may be obtained. This il
esriainly strange way Of making Msxicc
pay the expenses Of the var.
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LATEST FROM TAMpICl).


By The arrivalon tie 10Th of The schooner
81 Paul a N. o. which leFt Iampico %
the l7lhinsl. brings The following news.
On the day Of ST. PauI's sailing, mas.
teneeg arrived from the wrecked ship ORdi.
aka, siaiing ihat.tte ships company and Sol-
unieeIs. together with captain Miller; who
had been detached lhilher with lOrfy.ise
dragOons, we're surrounded BY Mexican force
stationed at 1'uspan, amounting 10 one
thousand men. About 900 mnskeis only
being saved from The wreck {, ndered il inn
possible 10 disperse ths enemy.
Gen. Paterson, feeling @ell satisfied Of
iIe truth Of this Tepur', eigt, hundred Cav
ally were al once sent OF 10 their assistance.
The schooner Ella was also chartered and
took the whoIe Of the small Terms from the
armCFy Of the United SIHes sbouneF Nometa
commanded By MidshIpman N. d. Smith.
Two hundred rtgulars were cmlatked On beu
and proceeded 70 the wreck. The result u
the expedition may be hooked for by The
next arrival.
OfIampico Bar, ships Prentice, CatAa-
rine aad Statesmen.