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The national Republican., 1861-08-05
Office of the Secretary and Treasurer,
SoLpIER's HcME,

COLDlEh
Mar the City Of Washington.
9 EALED PROPOSALS will be received at
~ this Office until Tuesday, (nonn,) the goth
of August, 1861, for the construction Of two
buildings, at the Soldiers Home, somewhat sim
liar TO the two now there, known as officers
quarters.
The plans and specifications may be examined
at this office, where all information relative to
the location and character of the buildings will
be G iven.
Every offer for the construction Of these build
ngs must be accompanied by responsible writ
ten guarantee that if the bid should be accepted,
the party or parties will, within ten days, enter
into an obligation, with good and sufficient Sc
curity, to erect the proposed buildings according
to the plans and specifications which have been,
or may hereafter be furnished and adopted.
The proposals will state the difference between
facing the walls with white stone or marble,
similar to the buildings already erected, or
facngs with the best pressed brick; or bidders
may in addition, make such proposals as to
other materials as their experience may suggest.
In deciding on the bids, right will be observed
by the Board OF Commissioners of the Soldiers
Home to accept such offers only as may be
deemed most advantageous for the institution
and also to reject the whole, should none of them
be deemed acceptable.
l. Il bids to be sealed and endorsed Proposals
for Building" and addressed to
BENJAMIN KING,
Asst Surgeon, Secretary and Treasurer.
aug 5-2w
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
Proposals for Oats.
CHIEF ASST QuARrERMAsrER's OFFICE,

CHIEF ASST QUARTERMAsTER's OFFICE,
Washington, d. c., July 20, 1861.
SEALED PROPOSALS will b. received at this
~ office, until IL N. on the 7th day of August
proximo, to furnish at this place (2O,Ooo) twenty
thousand bushels of oats.
The oats to be of the first quality, and put up
in about two-bushel sacks, and to weigh (32)
thirty-two pounds per bushel. The bids must
inc ude the value of the sacks, and the oats to
be delivered ut the railroad depot, or at the foot
of g street, at the Government wharf, on or be-
fore the 25th day of August, 1851.
The bids to be endorsed Proposals for OATS"
and good and ample guaranty must be furnished
by the party to whom the contract may be
awarded for the faithful fulflment of the same.
Also, the address in full.
The Assistant Quartermaster reserves the right
to reject all bids which may be deemed too high.
Payment to be made when all the oats are de-
livered D. H. RUCKER,
july 30 Assistant Quartermaster
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Proposals for Hay.
CHIEP Asst QUARTERxAsrxR's OrrIc
Washinqton, d. c., Julv 27. 1876

Washington d. c., July 81, 1851.
SEALED PROPOSALS will be received at this
~ Office, until IL N. on the 7th proximo, To fur
nish (500) five hundred tons of good, merchant
able timothy hay, in bales, to be delivered at the
railroad depot or at the foot of G street on the
Government wharf, on or before the 25th day Of
August 1861.
The bids to be endorsed " Proposals for Hay"
Good and ample guaranty must be furnished by
the party to whom the coatract may be awarded,
for the faithful ful6llment of the same. Also,
the address in full.
The Assistant Quartermaster reserves the right
to reject all bids that may be deemed too high.
Payment 10 be made when all the hay is de-
hvered. D. H. RUCKER,
july 29 Assistant Quartermaster,
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Proposals for Oats and Hay.
OFFICE OF CHIEF ASSISTANT QUARTER
MASTER
nrpIprurSr T. VtprtSt.

MASTER,
DEPARTMENT N. E. VIRGINIA,
arlington, July "a, 1861.
D ROPOSALS will be received at this Office
l. until IL NJ, on the 9th proximo, for furnish
ing thirty thousand bushels of Oats and four
hundred and fifty tons of Hay, to be delivered in
equal quantities at the Virginia end of the Long
Bridge, and in Alexandra, Virginia. One third
of each article contracted for to be delivered
within one week after the contracts are award
ed, and the remainder within fifteen days there
after. The Oats TO be of the first quality, and
put up in about two-bushel sacks, and to weigh
thirty-two pounds per bushel. The bids tor
furnishing Oats to include the value OF the sack.
The Hay to be of the best quality pressed, and
to weigh 2,24O pounds per ton. The right is re-
served to reject any and all bids deemed too
high, and satisfactory security will be required
for the faithful ful6lment of the contracts, which
will be awarded to the lowest responsible bid
| dcrs.
Each proposal should be for but one article,
and should be endorsed Proposals for furnish
| ing Oats" or Proposals for furnish ny Hay"
R. JONES,
July 27-td. Capt. Asst. Quartermaster.
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Proposals for Wood.

OFFICE CHIEF ASST QUARTERMAsTER,
Department Northeastern Virginia,
arlington, July %, 1851.
CEALED PROPOSALS will be received at this
- Office until IL NJ. on Saturday next, the Sd
proxmo, for delivering eight hundred cords of
merchan,able Hard WOOD, at such points along
the Canal, between Georgetown and the toll-gate
on the Washington and Alexandria turnpike, as
may be designated by the Quartermaster. Secu-
rity will be required for the faithful fulflmcnt Of
the contract within ten days after it is awarded
R. JONES,
iuly 3l-td Captain, A. Q. NJ.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

Whtehurst, 434 Pennsylvania avenue, has
the largest collection Of likenesses of distin.
gushed men in this country; is selling views of
military encampments &c. See his card pho.
tographs, suitable for sending in letters. Like
nesses of many Of the slain at the recent bat,
tie can be obtained at this gallery. Go to
Whitehurst's and obtain a likeness before going
to the battle field. aug 2-lmeods
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
W AR ITEM s.

The RETREAT OF GEN. WIsE.-The Wheel.
ing Inteli'gencer OF Thursday published the fol-
lowing special dispatch, received there by Gov.
ernor Pierpoint from Gen. Cox:
Gauley, Vd, July 29, uia Galipolis, July 81.
The Kanawha Valley is now free from the rebel
troops. Most Of the forces raised by Wise in
this valley left him between Charleston and
this place. had sent them assurances that If
they laid down their arms they might go quiet
ly to their homes, and many have done so,
asserting that they were cheated into the rebel
service. l regret to have to say that Wise in
his retreat, has burned number Of valuable
bridges, and carried off most of the wagons and
teams of the people Of the vallsy. All parties
denounce him for his vandalism. congratu.
late you on the success Of this expedition.
J. d. Cox,
Brig. Gen. Cong.
UNION MEN DRIVEN OUT OF ARKANSAS AND
TExAs.-Springfeld, Mo-, august 2.-Hun.
dreds of citizens are daily arriving in this vcin.
ity who have been driven out of Texas and
Arkansas by the Confederates. They repre-.
sent that if the Federal Government will send
troops and arms to sustain the people, more
than half the inhabitants of both States would
fight for the Union.
The State forces south of this State are stated
at about 1000, including $500 Arkansas troops.
There are nearly 300 slaves doing military duty
in one of Ben. McCullough's regiments.
PRISONERS OF WAR AT RALEIGH.-Forty
prisoners of war from Richmond arrived at
Raleigh North Carolina) on Wednesday
evening, under strong guard. Some of them
are fine looking men, and among them is q
lieutenant colonel, captain, and several
leutenants. They belong to Gen. Buffers
command, and are sent to Raleigh because
there is no room for them in Richmond. Their
arrival attracted quite a crowd, but they were
treated with due Southern civility. We no
| ticed several ofthem-all the officers, we pre-
sume-walking the streets on parole, ant
with seeming heerfulness.-Raleigh Journal
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
DR.. LOCKWOOD

TONTlNUES the practice of Dentistry, in the
" Washington Building, corner Pennsylvania
avenue and Seventh street. Having practised in
the South nearly sixteen years, he feels assured
that he can give satisfaction to any that may
call.
Teeth inserted on VULCASITE, RUBBER, or GOLD
PLATE Chloroform admins;ered when desired
aug l--tf
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
MORE RECRUITS WANTED!

A FEW more recruits are wanted to complete
IA company to be attached to Colonel Ev-
eretts second regiment of District of Columbia
volunteers. Call at the Republican "Wigwam," /"
on the corner of Indiana avenue and Secoud
street tonight, and enroll your name,.
Uniforms and equipments furnished.
By order of Col. EVERETT.
aug 5-tf D. G. REEVES, Captain.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
POCKET BOOK LOST.

7 OST, yesterday evening, about o'clock, in
Il an omnibus, between the Navy Yard and
Seventh street, pocket book containing sixty
seven dollars in gold, and some silver. Ten
dollars will be paid to the finder, who will return
the pocket book and contents to me, at No 400
D street, between Sixth and Seventh.
august 3-3ts HUGH ], BRADY
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
ROOMS FOR RENT.

T AIDES and gentlemen can be accommodated
l. with splendid apartments at very moderate
prices. Apply to DR.. Zappone, near Pennsylvania
avenue and Twenty street, first ward. DR.
Zappone continues teaching French, Spanish,
Italian, German, Portuguese, Latin, Greek
foreigners, may find in him convenient physi-
clan. july LET
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SPECIAL NOTICE.
s UND 4 Y TR 4 IN.

SUNDAY TRAIN.
4 n and after Sunday, 2sth July there will be
~ but one Sunday daily train
Leave WASHINGTON at 2.3O P. NJ, for NEW
YORK and PHILADELPHIA.
From New York and Philadelphis, arriving in
Washington at Clio A. NJ.
]. A. SCOTT,
july 29 General Manager.
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LOST OR STOLEN,

A NUMBER of papers, among which are many
n of no use to auy one but the owner. One
is an appointment in the navy for Captain J. P.
Rodgers.
Lost Mt the same time, COAT.
A liberal reward will be paid for their return
to Mr.. LAMB, at the St. Charles Hotel.
aug 2-lt
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

places, where no persons could be, by any pos.
sibe chance, injured.
Very respectfully, your obedient servant,
w. A. HOWARD,
Captain y. s. r. M
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UNITED STATES PENITENTIARY,
WAsHlEuroh, D. c., April

WAsHINHfUN, D. o. FpFN 50, I5oI'
EU~DAY, whiIo the old messenger was work
l. ing some colored conviCts in the garden, as
he has been accustomed 10 do for the last two
years, two of them Noble Grayson, confined for
setting fire to Shrceves stable, and Edward Duck
ett) ran off. The Warden will pay twenty-five
dollars for the delivery of either Of them.
mavl H. |. KING.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
PURE COUNTRY MILK.

'ENHE subscriber delivers Pure Country Milk,
L morning and evening, as usual, to his Gus
toners. Strangers commencing housekeeping in
this City, who desire Milk, can have their orders
promptly attended to by applying AT this elIice.
mar l3-tf DAVID MILLER.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
REPORT CORRECTED.

Baltimore august 3.-Capt. Cooper, presi.
deut of the Board Of Pilots, states that the pi.
lot boat COquette has just returned from a
cruise along The coast where the United States
schooner Vi.ren reported some eleven vessels
ashore, and reports that they are all old
wrecks, She saw nothing new whatever.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
A CHASE AFTER A PRlyATEER.

Boston, august "A letter from the Uni.
ted States ship Savannah, dated July 25th, off
Cape Hatteras, notices the chase of an unknown
vessel, which, to avoid capture, ran in over the
shoals, high and dry on the beach. She was
a full.rigged brig OF two hundred tons. Her
conduct was very suspicious. She is supposed
to be the privateer Jeff. Davis, or some vessel
captured by her.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
Wanted! Wanted Wanted

WTANTED, a few more first rate men to fill up
w company for the first regiment District
Volunteers. Persons wishing to join will report
without delay at No. 400 Seventh street, second
story, opposite Odd Fellows Hall.
July 3l-2t (Star) H. NJ. KNIGHT, Captain.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
REREL GENERAL SICK.

Louisville, Aug 3.--Thc rebel General,
Flournoy, of Arkansas, is very sick, and not
expected to live till morning.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

EREIGHT per steam propeIlers BEVERLY
i and JEROME, TO Philadelphia and New
York, via inland route, will be received till
Thursday next, at Western Wharves, foot Of G
street.
Freight engagements made by ARMY EN-
PRESS COMPANY, S8S Pennsylvania avenue,
National Hotel Building. July 30-3t
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

EOR SALE.-50O bushels prime Mercer Pota-
l. toes, at reduced prices, at the Philadelphia
steam packet, Georgetown.
jy l6-2t* WIN. B. SPITTALL.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
sCHOCL-ROOM WANTED,

ar very small house, furnished or unfuruished,
~ in any location where a school for young
children OF both sexes would be patronized. 1t
must have good yard, and water. Address,
with full particulars as to rent, &c, " SCHOOL,
ROOM" at the office of this paper.
aug
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
Gun-Boats.
QuARTBRMAsTER GENERALS OFFICE,

QuARTKRMAsTER GENERALS OFFICE,
Washington CIty, July ls, 1861.
DLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS for bulls of
J. Gun Boats for the Western rivers are on ex-
hibition at this office, and al Offices at Quarter
masters at Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, ST. Louis, and
Alton.
Boats 10 be delivered at Cairo, Bids should
be sent to Quartermaster General of the United
States Army, at Washington, by lst Of August,
at noon. NJ. G. MEIGS,
Brig Gen. and Quartermaster General.
July %
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
DEATH OF Uoy. WILLIAM nj

DEATH OF ION. WILLIAM DIMMICK.
Honesdalc, Pa, august 3.-The Hon. vii,
liam H. Dimmick, ex.membsr of Congress-,
died to-day at noon.
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vQr@, THE SLEAniER GUARDS Captain Knight) will
HkSa meet at Columbian Armory at IL O'Clock on
MONDAY 9th instant, or payment and discharge. Pune.
tuay will prevent delay in closing up the affairs of the
Company.
BY order Of CAPT. KSIGHI
aug 5-lt JOHN r. ELvANS, Sec'y.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

ATTENTION ccsiPANY A, PUTNAM RIFLES.
w. All those who willing 10 serve their country
In this, the hour Of danger, and willing to form
pany for the war, will meet at Armoy Hall between
street and Maryland avenue, to organize company By
order GEO. THISlLETON, Capt.
s,-lnormatlon in regard their discharges can be
obtained at the rendezvous. july Soft
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

N''"''', u, duyuSt 4.-Dlsnop DoWman
died suddenly yesterday morning.
FROM FORTRESS MoNRoE-sucoEssFuL ExPEDI
TION TO THE EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA
THREE sCHooNERs CAPTURED, AND two OF
THEM BURNT.
Fortress Monroe, Aug. Authorization has
been received here from Lieut.. Crosby's expe.
dition to the Eastern shore Of Virginia, which
left Old Point three days ago. The Poco,noke
and the other small rivers we're explored for
number of miles, and several parties Of armed
secessionists on shore were dispersed. Three
schooners were captured, two Of which were
burnt, and the third brought here as prize.
One OF the propelers belonging to the expedi.
ton was ashore for o time at the Cherrystone,
but subsequently got of.
An educated German, q private belonging
to the tenth New York regiment, was arrested
here yesterday for holding communication with
the enemy. letter to Gen. Lee was found
Oil his person. Ambition for an advancement
is supposed to have been his principal motive.
His letter contained no revelations of import.
ance concerning the Fortress.
The Vermont regiment will leave for home
on Sunday. There has been considerable dis
order resulting from intemperance and want
Of discipline at Newport News during the last
few days. Two Of the regiments have recently
been paid off, and thus obtained means Of
indulging their appetite for liquors. Gen. But.
Ter yesterday went up to investigate the mat
ter, and put an end to insubordination, which,
in the case Of the New York first regiment,
amounted nearly to mutiny. A Captain Ber
nard shot private belonging to his company,
and was obliged to leave the camp. A large
quantity Of liquor was yesterday destroyed a,
Newport News, by command of Gen. Butler.
RETURN HOME OF CINCINNATI TROOPS.
Cincinnati, Aug. 2.-The four Cincinnati
companies Of the second Ohio regiment arrived
this morning from Washington. Their recep
ton was the grandest demonstration ever wit
messed in this city. The Home Guards o
Cincinnati, Covington, and Newport, and thu
reserve militia and independent regiments o
this city we're out in large force, and escorted
the volunteers through the principal streets to
the Eighth street Park, where they were vel
coined home by Judge Storer, in an eloquen
address, and partook of a banquet provided BY
the citizens. All along their march, the streets
we're densely crowded, and the enthusiasm un
bounded. The volunteers were covered with
bouquets and wreaths showered upon them
The city was gaily decorated with flags, and
business was almost entirely suspended.
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so | E r s.

SOLDIERS
SIGHT-DRAFTS
ON THE NORTH
DOUGHT AND SOLD, in sums to suit army
- officers and soldiers.
Uncurrent money wanted.
SWEENY, ,RITTENHOUSE, FAINT, CO.,
Bankers, Pennsylvania avenue,
July eft Near Browns Hotel.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
MOVEMENTS OF GEN. FREMONT.

Cairo, Aug: 3.-Gen, Fremont has arrived
here with feet Of eight steamers from ST.
Louis, containing four regiments and several
detached companies Of infantry, and two com.
panies of artillery. All were landed at Birds
Point, swelling the United States force there
to eight thousand men.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

FRoM GEN. bANks CoLeMN-SflEs ARRESTED.
Sandy Hook, august 2.-It is we'll known
that numerous secessionists visit the camps
daily, disguised as venders Of garden produce,
fruits, and pies Two Of them were arrested,
but dismissed for the want of direct proofs
Since their discharge additional proof has been
adduced, and an intent partially discovered to
poison the troops. 1t has been proposed by
experienced officers to set apart space as
market, con6nng the visits Of such persons to
that particular spot.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05
BY TELEGRAPH.
DEATH OF BISHOP BOWMAN.

Lancaster, Pd,, Augua 4.-Bishop Bowman
died suddenly yesterday morning.
The national Republican., 1861-08-05

The fifth New York Germany regiment
Colonel Schwartzwalder) arrived home on
Friday, and met with very enthusiastic re
ception. Most of the regiment will return fol
the war.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-12-29
To be Shot.

Two Soldiers have been sentenced TO lie
shot for sleeping at their posts at Fort Mon
roe, and Gen. Wool has approved the sem
tenee The time Of the execution is to be
fixed hereafter.
Col KERRIGAN's trial has been post poned
for week, and Col. Kerrigan has hyen re-
leased on parole.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-12-29
FROM FRANKFORT.


Proceedings q tie Keaf.eeky Lsgis,dtHft-
Gen. Schosgf Eoges Ais sehOts force to Al
tacB @ofJscq6er- Tennessee Regfaegk in
tie Adreaes--A Battle Probably FBtght
en- 7Hursaay,
FRAxKFoRF, Dec. 49,
Tie HOUSE,, by q vote OF 90 20 Il, adopt
ed the resolutions reported by Comnittee
o. Federal RelstoBs aIse the Senate reso-
luton 20 adjourn neS5 Monday nntil The I'd
Wednesday IL Februar.1, and by large ma
iority, refused 70 ley fse- proposed stay law
on tite Osale-
A letter from SoB,sTset dated the nth,
{st night,) says .s1o- day has brought
forth nothing of note, except that General
Schoepf told II this morning that he
Iuoyessto-morry'8 towards the rebels. a.
negro from the rebels came in On yesterday,
and reports much alarm among. them, for
they think Tat We are crossing the river
below. -
5Ir. 5Ei!5en, resident of Somerset, and,
a reliable gentleman, left Somerset yester-
dly morning, the 18th. He gays that by
daylight Gen SEoepf, With al his force
/ niaFcaed cut to attack the rebels. Zoih-
cofor IS ii position Oh Fishing Creek, with
6,009 iaen and same artillery, five miles
I west of fsonlerset and ten rifles from Mill
Spring where he has :, 0a0 Inen posted on
! the South siee OF the river Gen. Schepf
has the TWO Tenaeeses and Hoskin's Ken
lucky regiments, flies17th, 8iss, Both and
Ssh ONO "a agiIaents,s StennlTd's Ohio and
HeWeft 8 tkentocIsy botteriss, with ten guns,
/ four OF which are rified, Yonr SMOOTH bore,
and two Pasrott guns. zeliicoTer has no
I T7ageDs on f,is side, and but Indifferent
] means of crossing, and Ca Sehoepf was
confident Of whipping him, with, some hcPe
!; Of Capturing zsosE ofAhis zaen. The Tenn
essesans lead the coluUn, and Milton says
they esaaot be. whipped or turned back,
but are Determined to push en- The battle
or chase took place yesterday or to-dsy;
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-12-29
raise Repors ,.I,o..t Gen. ascCIellan.

False Report aDout Gen. Mcclellan.
There IS no truth whatever in the state
msnt that Gen. Mcclellan threatened TO re-
sign, unless the President overrulel a por-
lion Of Mr. Cameron's report. Gen. Nc
ClelIaRs never expressed any opinion on the
subject Of Gen. Cameron's policy. Of using,
slaves n the war, until after the President
had declined 10 receive or adopt DIR. Came
Ton's views; and even then, his opinion
merely aHso0sted 10 the expression OF a
belief th the adoption OF A4F, Gamer0n's
views would have had an uufHyorable eff
fecesoa tie afiay il tin feld@ THIS state
hig7t cdn.e from tie Ire5iaeat himself = Wash
tzgt0a C3Freg pcRaeng ". T.. Times.