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The national Republican., 1861-04-24
A CARD.

A CARD.
HAVING PURCHASED from Middleton &
IL Besl their interest in the late firm of 4.
E. White r Co., it becomes necessary that th>
business of the late firm should be closed up. All
persons haviog claims against the said firm are
requested to present them to me for payment,
aud all persons indebted to the late firm, by
notes, due bills, and book accounts, are requested
to call and make immediate payments of the
amounts they owe. The undersigned, intending
to continue tia Wholesale and Retail Grocery
business, returns his thanks to the citizens OF
Wa hington and the States oi Maryland and Vir-
ginia for the kind and liberal patronage they
have b=slowed upon him for the last ten years,
and hopes by strict attention to business, and a
careful selection of the best goods in his iae 10
please all who may favor him with call. Quick
sales and small profits will be my aim in bus-
ness. E. e. WHILE,
No. 63 Louisiana avenue, between Sixth
and Seventh streets, opposite the
Bank Of Washington.
apr 2-3tif
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
From New Orleans.

Neto Orleans, april 2 The steamer Star
of the v est was boarded off Indianola on Wed.
nesday last by the Galveston volunteers, who
captured her without resistance. She has ar.
rived at the bar. She has 800 or 900 barrels
of provisions on board.
The steamer Habana has been purchased
by the Confederacy, and will be converted into
a war steamer to carry eight guns in addition
10 apivot gun.
Troops are continually arriving here from
the upper parishes.
New O,leans, april 2l.-The Star of the
West was captured by the Matagorda, at the
order oil Col. Van Dorm, of the Confederate
army. Our ioundries are casting guns, shot,
and shell.
Troops continue to leave for Pensacola.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

Odeon Hall Odeon Hall! Odeon Hall
The Cheapest and Best Spring and Summer
Clothing in Washington can be had at
WIESENFELD co.'s,
Corner of Four and a. half street and Penn av.
Spring Ovsrcoats and Busters,
AT WIESENFELD & cos.
Elegant Dress Suits, at lowest rates,
AT WlESENFELD 4 cos.
Beautiful Business Suits, at trifipg ,ost,
AT WlESENFELD & cos.
Business Suits for young men,
Business Suits for middle ages,
Business Suits for all ages,
AT WIESENFELD 4 cos.
Dress Suits for weddings,
Dress Suits for parties,
Dress Suits for best wear,
AT WIESENFELD & cos.
Coats by the thousand,
Pants by the thousand,
Vests by the thousand,
AT WIESENFELD & cos.
Boys Clothing for the youngest,
Boys Clothing for all sizes,
Boys Clothing for larger boys,
AT WIESENFELD l. cos.
Cheaper than the cheapest
Finer than the finest
Better than the best,
Are the garments,
AT WIESENFELD l. cos.
Save your money,as
avery few dollars
Will give you splendid outfit for summer,
lfyou call at
AT WIEsENFELD L cos,
mar 9-TT&S Cor Penn. av. and Al ST.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Important from Richmond.

Richmond, 4prH 22,-Hon. A. II. Stephens,
Vice President of the Confederate States OF
America, arrived in Richmond this morning,
by the Southern train.
A Souh Carolina gentleman also arrived in
Richmond this morning, in charge of dis.
patches from Governor Pickens, Of South
Carolina, to Governor Letcher, Of this Com.
monwealh. These dispatches announce that
in few days 2,lOO Of the picked troops Of
South Carolina will arrive in Richpond. These
troops were originally destined for service at
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
DISSOLUTION OF CoPARTNERsHIP.

DISSOLUTION OF COPARTNERSHlP.
TNHE Copartnershp heretofore existing be-
L tween Benjamin F. Middleton, Benz ,min
Beall, and Elias e. White, under the name of
E. E. White l. Co, was dissolved by Limitation
on the first day Of April, ls6l-the said Mid
dleton & Beall hereby transferring all thei in
terests in said firm to the said E. L. White, and
by whom all claims against said firm are to be
paid, and who is alone authorized to collect
ali debts due the said firm.
b. F. MIDDLETON.
BENZ. BEALL
ELIAS L. WHITE.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

pD- The new R fle Company, which is now in
the course of organization at No. 355 Pennsyl-
vania avenue, has already SO far succeeded as to
have over forty members on the roll. Any per-
son desiring to join this fAv ored company should
do so at once, as the requisite number will soon
be enrolled. b. G. RANDOLPH,
apr "a Secretary.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
AT FRANCIS'S
HOUSE-FURNISHING STORE,
490 SeveHM street,

y OU can find complete assortment of House.
keeping Hardware, Cutlery, silver-plated
Ware, Britannia, Block Tin, and Japanned Ware,
Door Mats, Table Mats, Feather Busters, Clocks,
and all the useful articles for Housekeeping,
together with Ladies' Satchels, Gard Cases,
Purse, Fans, Combs, Brushes, Baskets, &C.,
&C, all selected with great care, bought fo'
cash, and will be sold at the very lowest prices
Purchasers will do well to remember
FRANCIS'S
House Furnishing Store, No. 400 Seventh street
nov 20
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

INTERESTING TO Office seekers, Office holders,
l. and Everybody Else.-lf you want an office,
buy nice s4it OF Clothes from SMITH, No. 4s0
Seventh street.
II you want to have an Office, buy nice suit
of Clothes from SMITH, No. 400 Seventh street.
you wish to look nice, buy suit OF Clothes
at SMITHS anyhow. feb 2s-em
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
GAS FIXTURES.

WE have in store. and are daily receiving,
w GAS FIXTURES of entirely new patterns
and designs and 6nish superior in style to any
thing heretofore offered in this market. We in
vits citizens generally to call and examine our
stock of Gas and Water Fixt lres, feeling conf
dent that we have the best-selected stock In
Washington.
All work 10 the above line intrusted to our
care will be promptly attended 10.
MYERS McGHAN,
mar 20-6m 376 street.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Government Transport Steamers,

Nev York, april 2O.-The steamship R. r.
Guy ler, Of the Savannah line, has been char.
tered by the Government.
The steamer Chesapeake sailed this morning
with $50 seamen, destined for the Gosport navy
yard, and the steamer Monticello will soon sail
with 100 marines, for the same destination.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Capture of Another SLAYER.

Nuentes, april 2-The Spanish war steamer
D'Inas de Austria, CO mmander Monteres, last
evening brought in pretty hermaphrodite brig,
with $50 negroes, thirty.six days from the river
Congo. The vessel, captain, and part of the
crew, are Americans, the balance all nations.
Let them be landed by slavers or as prizes, it
is all the same for the negro.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
VOLUNTEERS.

All those desiring to join Company B, Metro
poitan Rifles, are requested to meet at Temper
ance Hall to-day, at 10 o'clock A. NJ. also, at 8
o'clock P. N.
By order of the Captain:
HENRY WILSON,
apr24 Secretary.
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For Washington.

New York, april 2O.-Tne steamer Colum.
bia has been chartered by the Government, and
will to morrow morning sail for Washington.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
BY TELEGRAPH.
Later from Enrope.

81. Johns, N. f., april 2O.-The steamship
Columbia, from Liverpool on the 9th instant,
arrived at this port to-day.
It was rumored that France has sent a frig.
ate to Charleston, at the suggestion Of Presi.
dent Davis. Fudge
The British Parliament reassembled on the
Sth instant.
Some of the leading men Of Greece were pro-
posing Prince Alfred, Of England, for King Of
Greece, US the best means OF settling the pres
sent dynasty difficulties.
Itis reported that Prince Napoleon intends
making q rapid incurson into Syria.
1t is asserted that treaty has been concluded
between Russia and France.
The Opinione Nationale says that, in the
eveLt Of u colisisn, France has secured the sup
port Of Russia, and Austria that Of England
he French army is to be increased nearly
$1,000 men.
Garibaldi is said to be opposed to Count Ca.
YOURS policy.
The Magyars have invited Garibald to lead
them into action, assuring him that half mil.
lion Of men are all ready.
Several arrests have been made in Naples, a
conspiracy having been discovered, in which
five bishops are implicated.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
70 the Military Citizens of Washington
PREMIUM TRUNK,
SADDLE, AND HARNESS

MANDATORY,
499 Seventh street, opposite Odd Fsllors' Hall
WASHINGTON, D. G.
Silver Medal awarded by Maryland Institute OF
Baltimore, November 7, 1860.
Also, Medal by Metropolitan Mechanics Institute,
Washington, d. G., 1867.
T AM CONSTANTLY making, and have on
L hand, of the best material, every description
Of
Fine Sole Leather, Iron Frame,
Ladies' Dress, Wood Bon,
And Packing Trunks,
Carpet and Canras Hareli'ng Bags,
School Satchels,
Saddles, Harness. Whips, de-, de-,
AT Low PRICES.
Superior Leather and Dress Trunks; also, Ce.
dar Trunks, (for keeping Moth out Of Furs and
fine Woolen Goods made to order.
Repairing, and Trunks covered, neatly and
with prompness
Goods delivered in any part Of the city, George
town, and Alexandria, free Of charge.
mar 22-y JAMES s. TOPHAM.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Millinery, Fancy Goods-Cheap

Millinery, Fancy Goods-Cheap.
MIR. G. C.HAMMERSCHLAG,4 432 Seventh street,
lVl between G and H streets, keeps constant
ly on hand large assortment of Fancy Goods,
Notions, Hosiery, &C., which he offers on the
most favorable terms, and earnestly solicits the
continued patronage Of his numerous friends and
customers.
Having engaged Mr.. J. NJ. COIN, he will
promptly accommodate his former customers.
feb l6-2meod
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
From Boston.

Boston, April Ala mass meeting Of our
citizens was held in State street this morning,
aud addressed by Fletcher Webster, Charles L.
Woodbury., and many other distinguished citi.
zens. The meeting was for the purpose of
raising u regiment for Fletcher Webster to
command, and was completely successful. The
most intense excitement prevails.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Major Anderson.

Ne~ York, AprH 2O.-Msj. Anderson attend.
ed the Union meeting to-day, and was most en-.
Enthusiastically cheered. He will leave Tor Wash.
ington tonight.
A sword from the citizens of Taunton, Mass,
was presented TO the hero to-day.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
BY WALL G BARNARD, Auctioneers.

CTOCK Of A JEWELRY ESTABLISHMENT
- at auction.-On WEDNESDAY MORNING,
Gath instant, at 10 o'clock, we will sell, at the
store, on Pa. avenue, under the National Hotel,
the stock Of Jewelry and Plated Ware, embrac-
ing
Coral, Goldstone, Cameo, Jet, Lava, Mosaic,
Carbuncle, Onyx, Florentine, and Miniature Sets.
A splendid assortment Of Revolving Pins.
Medaliions, Sleeve Clasps
Neck Chains, Tnimbles.
And all the different styles of Studs, Buttons,
and Bracelets, in tue trade.
Also, an assortment Of Plated Ware, from the
establishment OF Rodgers Brother, than which
there Is nothing better manufactured in Plated
Ware.
Glass Show Cases.
And a variety OF beautiful Oval Picture and
Mini ilture Frames.
Terms cash.
apr 23-d WALL BARNARD, Aucts.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Reinforcement of Fortress Monro.

NeW York, april 2l.-The steamer State of
Maine returned to-day, having landed the
Fourth Massachusetts regiment at Fort Monroe.
The steamer S. R. Spaulding, was landing
her Boston regiment when the State of Maine
left.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Virginia.

Wheeling, april 2O.-Orders have been re-
ceived from Gov. Letcher to seize the custom
house, but the people Of this city strong for
the Union, aud the building was last night
guarded by the mayor for the United States.
The people are greatly excited by the news,
and declare that they will stand by the stars aud
stripes.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
LARGE Fire at Macon. Ga.

Macon, Ca, april l9.-The Granite Hall
Hotel, in the old Washington block, was burn.
ed yesterday, resulting in a loss of about
$4,000, which, however, is covered by insur-
ance. The good, in the stores were mostly
saved.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
From Jamaica.

Neso York, Aprit 2l.-The steamer Yules
arrived to day from Jamaica.
Prince Alfred, of England, had had mag.
nihcent reception by the authorities and peo-
Pile.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
CARPETS!
IMATTINGsi

OIL CLOTHS
MATTINGS
HAVING full confidence 10 the permanency
IL Of the seat Of Government, we bought our
usual large supply Of House Furnishing Goods,
which are arriving daily. Parties fitting up for
the spring season will find In our Rooms COM
plete assortment Of
Brussels, Aree.ply, Ingrain and Venetian
CARPETINGS;
OIL CLOTHS, LACE CURTAINS,
AND
WINDOW SHADES;
With the 6est brands of STRAW MATTINGS, in
White and Coiors.
All the above goods were bought at low rates,
and vii. be sold at prices to suit the times.
L F PERRY l. CO,
Upper Rooms, Perry Building"
Cor. Pa. avenue and Ninth Of.
apr 20-6tif Star and States.
To the Military Citizens of Washington.
CEORGE W. BRAY b CO.,
~ JEWELRY AND FAN0Y STORE,
No. Sic Seventh Street,
Opposite the National Intelligencer Ofice)
WASHINGTON, D. c.
An assortment OF Watches, Clocks, &C., con.
stantly on hand.
All kinds Of Repairing promptly attended to.
apr 20
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Prosecutions for Treason-Seizure of
Arms for the South.

Nep York, April 20.-The United States
District Attorney has called on the Judge of
the Circuit Court for special jury to bring
to justice parties sympathizing with the South.
ern Coniederacy in this city.
The schooner L. c. Watts has been seized,
with large quantity of arms shipped at Hart.
ford, Connecticut, for the South.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
Medical Board.

A MEDICAL BOARD will convene in the city
n of New York on the LIST Of May ensuing, for
the exam nation of candidates for admission into
the Medical Staff of the United States Army, in
accordance with the following order.
There are now Eve vacancies in the Medical
Staff.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

Ex-President Pierce for the Govern
ment.
Concord, N H., april 2l.-Ex. President
Pierce made u most patriotic speech last night
in favor of sustaining the flag and the Union
at all hazards.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
apr 24-3uf

PURE COUNTRY MILK.
TNHE 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 office.
mar l3-u DAVID MILLER
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
B O A r D IN g .

GOOD Boarding, with or without rooms, can
" be had on accommodating terms by apply
ing at M. 42s Duff Green's row, Capitol Hill.
mar 27-f
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
NEW GOODS.

NEW GOODS.
WTE Fre now adding TO our stock large and
w sirable lot OF New Goods comprising
everything that is new and desirable, which we
propose to sell at a small price. All persons in
want Of Dry Goods will always find our stock
complete in all its branches, and at the lowest
prices. We would impress upon those OF our cit
zens who have recently taken up their residence
with us, that we have but one price," marked in
plain figures on each article, and offer discount
of five per cent. off for all sales tor cash.
We ask an examination of prices, so that Gus
TONERS can satisfy themselves in regard to the
saving by purchasing for cash.
w. NJ. SaUSTER & CO.,
No. SO, opposite Centre Market, between
Seventh and Eighth streets.
apr 6--l0hf Star
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

WAR DEPARTMENT,
ADJUTANT GENERALS OFFICE,
Washington, March l3, 1851.
SPECIAL ORDERS, No. 76.
A Board of Medical Officers will assemble in
New York city on the lst day of May next, or as
soon thereafter as practicable, for the eIamina-
tiol Of Assistant Surgeons for promotion, and of
such candidates for appointment as may be in-
vited to present themselves before the Board.
DETAIL FOR TUE BOARD.
Sergeant Clement a. Finley,
Charles McDougall,
" W. J. Sloan.
By order Of the Secretary Of War:
L. THOMAS
Adjutant General.
Applications must be addressed to the Secre-
tary of War must state the residence OF the ap-
pllcant, and the date and place of birth. They
must also be accompanied Differences will re-
ceive no atention) by respectable testimonials OF
his pro ession, the moral and physical qualiica-
tions requisite for filing creditably the resp 1nsbe
station, and for performing ably the arduOus and
active duties of an officer of the Medical staff
Applicants must he between twenty-one and
twenty five years of age.
There are now five vacancies in the Medical
Staff apr l5-w3w
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
H. o. NOYES'S
MACHINE SEWING ROOMS

SHIRT MANDATORY,
No. 5o4 Ninth street, 2 doors abops Penn. avenue
WASHINGTON, D. C,
Every description of Sewing done with neat
ness promptness, and dispatch, and . arranted
to please. Shirts made to order. mar 20-3m
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

DR. JOHN G. F. HOLSTON, Surgeon, Physi.
- clan, and Accoucheur, cnIner of Tenth and
streets. ian 3-3n,
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

DIR. JO>EPH I. HOWARD.
OFFICE No 366 Fifth street, between U and
- -treets. dec 4-8m
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Balance in treasury 81
Families aided, l66.
JAMES p. JUSTIN, Secretary

JAMES +. JUSTIN, secretary.
The ladies Of the Assembly's (Presbyterian)
Church are diligently engaged in preparing
lint for the soldiers, in case any of them should
be wounded in defending our city. This is On
example of prudence and forethought worthy
of imitation by oil the ladies of the city.
ASSAULT DY A SoLDIER.-As Mr.. Henry D.
Gunnell was conversing with friend on Four.
andahalf street, on the Island, shortly after
nine o'clock last evening, several United States
soldiers, who were intoxicated, cIme along,
and one Of their number, named James Madi.
gan, dealt Mr.. Gunnell heavy blow, which
prostrated him to the ground. The offender
was arrested, and taken to the Guardhouse,
and was committed to Jail, in default of bail
for court. He stated that he belonged to the
company Of U. s. infantry stationed at the
arsenal.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
From Charleston.

rendered them unnecessary for that service,
they will be sent to Richmond for orders.
From Charleston.
Charleston, Aprh 22.-Arrived here, schrs.
Mary Haley, from Boston; George Grice from
Baltimore Atlantic, from Cardinas ships
John Frazer, from Liverpool and Julia, (port
not named.) Also, the ship Splendid, bsrque
Maria Norton, and schooner Smithsonian, from
New York; barque Judas, Rio; schooner Ar.
cola, from Baltimore.
The statement in the N. Y. Herald Of the
18th about an interview between Gov. Pickens
and supposed British subject, named Jasper,
is purely fiction.
The Secretary Of the Treasury at Mont.
gomery has counternanded the orders prevent.
ing the clearances Of Northern vessels from
Charleston.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24
L OC A L N E w S.

CaS~ Our Georgetown subscribers will hereaf-
ter te served regularly with the paper, by z.
Hunt, who is our authorized agent, and to him
all subscriptions will hereafter be paid.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

Norfolk but the recent capture there having
rendered them unnecessary for that service,
they will be sent to Richmond for orders.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

CTOP AT THE right place, and buy your
~ Clothing, Furnishing Goods, Hats, and Caps,
at No. AGO Seventh street, Opposite the Post
Office, feb 2S-6m
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

II HE Crossed Path. By Wilkie Collins, author
of the Woman in White.
Dar ey's Dickens. Darlry's Cooper.
Appleton's New American CycloI @dia. Vol.
II now ready.
And many other New Books received this day,
and for sale a. our usual low pric s.
FRENCH l. RlCHSTEIN,
National Bookstore,
mar 20 27s Pennsyl lvania avenue.
The national Republican., 1861-04-24

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The national Republican., 1861-04-24

NorlcE.-Persons residing in the seventh
ward will hereafter pay their subscriptions to
Mr.. James E. Given, who is our authorized
agent for that ward.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-01-22

T
PtiyAIr TrIEGR Piis.-A few DAYS ago, u party of
gentlemen were invited 20 MIR. Reuters house 10 it-
spect private telegraphone Of those which the Uni.
yer-al Private Telegraph Company rroposes 10 esab-
hsh in offices and elsewhere. For this purpose, the
Company extend ropo, containing great number Of
line nsuated wires, the streets and houses, and
ANY one Of those wires NAV be- rented The wires are
much thinner than bell wires and rope containing
upward of thirty of them properly Insulated barely
hall an inch In disnaer The rore Is liked on poles at
the tops Of houses about 200 yards apart and 1t Ia said
that the Company have experienced 10 difficulty IN oo-
tanning he cOnsert Of the oecupers 10 have tho poles
fixed on ther dwellings, This arrangement IL 20 eco
nomical that the Company offer 10 let each wire az the
rent OF "a per milo per annum. .... ....-
TMg French BooTY " CHNA.--Ihe following ap-
pear IN the .f,urnai dH Here With regard 10 the
booty made in China inostiuable conquess In an ar
tistica ard historical point Of vicw arc spoken or
The part acquired by France would alone sunce Tor
the formation of an ipmense Chinese museum. Among
other things mentioned 10 clock OF wonderful work
manship With carved figures representing tho seasonsi
all the Wardrobe of the Empress OF China, Ne There
ha. alo fallen to the lot OF the French an edition 81
(onfncius which belonged 70 the celebrated Emperor
Kshg hi, tho Napolon l. Of tho Chinese, and having
not.s Of biz handwriting. Among tho other Objects
tand In the Summer palace and which are IN the part
reserved for France Is elephant OF natural sre, IN
RiIt and enaucled bronze, and most magnificent.
A coffin, containing the dead body OF young girl,
was sent from this city 10 town IN the weetern rsf'
NtLis State day or two since, with the usual ii'
stfuetons &C. q. d. "-eoect on delivery, or " re-
| tim the grcle.' BusOea 10 busanesz,