New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-10-12
THE REBELS MELTING AWAY
THE RUNNING TRAP SET AGAIN.
Special pi,pa.cA to The n. Y. Tribuns.

The army of tho Potomac will probably soon
be divided into several corps d'ormee, according
to the practice of European commanders. The
plan of thus completing its organization has
met with strong opposition from military men
of the old school, but Gen. Mcclellan has in
sisted upon it, and the plan viii probably be
adopted. Should il be done, Gems. Mcdowell,
Franklin. and Andrew Porter will be among
the commanders of these grand divisions, or
CORPS darraes, which viii be from 10000 70
80 900 strong.
THE MISSION TO MISSOURI
The frrt intimstiOn that the Secretary OF
War and Adiutant- General Thomas were IN ST.
/ Louis was received through THE TRIBUNE last
night. and to-day the object Of their mission
/ has been duly canvsssed The real object OF
the visit is to make thorough investigation of
all matters connected with the Western De-
partment. The President and Gen. Cameron
desired. before arriving at any definite conclu-
sion relating to that Department, to have fuL
and impartial information Of the actual condl-
ton of affairs in Missouri. Upon the return
of the Secretary and General Thomas in few
DAYS. such action as will be consistent with the
public interest viii be taken.
PROM NRw-oRLEANs.
Mr.. Muir, British Consul at New-Orleans is
now in Washington, having been twenty-four
day, en- route. His journey was much OBJ.
structed BY the transportation Of Rebel troops
over railways. He states that the ZANE deter
mination and enthusiasm continue to be shown
throughout the South. The Rebels are sub
iected to serious deprivations. All Injuries had
disappeared, and many Of the necessaries OF
life were becoming scarce. Mr.. Muir viii
probably soon return to England.
GEN. MCCLELLAN IN VIRGINIA AGAIN.
Gen. McCNlan again spent the day in front.
II ia believed that his headquarters will soon
be on the other side of the Potomac.
THE ENEMY.
Little or nothing is seen of the enemy in the
neighborhood of our lines. Picket guards and
small scouting parties occasionally appear but
take fight on the slightest provocation. For
example, nine officers, with their orderlies,
ebsaid thirty Rebels near Ayondale, yesterday.
Rebel cavalry pickets were seen from hill
in the rear of Lewinsville to-day as also with
in less than half mile from Prospect Hill, the
position now occupied by General McCall's
| Division.
THE RECEPTION OF FOREIGN MINISTER'S.
/ The State Department has set apart Satur-
dsy for the reception of foreign Ministers, who
will not be expected, except by special ap-
pointment, on any other day in the week.
CABINET MEETING.
There was another extraordinary Cabinet
meeting this evening.
THE TONE OF EUROPE.
The tone of Europe was, according to latest
adyices, growing more favorable toward US.
The effect of the Bull Run disaster had worn
of. and great results were prOphesied from the
Fort Hatteras success.
RISE IN THE POTOMAC.
The late rains have raised the Potomac
beyond precedent. The water is fifteen feet
deep AT Edwards Ferry.
CAPTURE or REBEL CAPTAIN,
A SQUAD of the Van Allen cavalry, under
Major Mix, captured Rebel Captain from
Richmond Yesterday, above PoOlesyille. The
Captain took refuge in an old building, and
concealed himself between the ceilings The
prisoner was brought into Washington this
morning, and handed ever 10 the Provost
Marshal.
RIDING IN ARMY WAGONS.
| The following General Order has been issued
from the Headquarters of the Army Of the
! Potomac:
| Commanders Of divisions, brigades, regiments, and
independent organizations will take prompt measures
TO have the following orders carried out, TO the
fullest extent within the limits o. their respective
commands:
F,rst No soldiers shall ride in loaded baggage
wagons under any circumstances, nor IN empty
wagons nles by special instructions to that effect
/ Second Knapsacks shall not be carried in the
wagons. except on the written recommendation Of
the surgeon, which shall only be given IN case OF
sickness.
public wagons, and hereafter, no lumber shall be
issued for tent-oors, except upon the recommenda-
tlon Of the medical director for hospital purposes.
FO4rkh. Teamsters must drive their teams at q
walk. ANY teaIhster found trottlDg or running MS
team will beside such other punishment "a may be
awarded HIM be fined 81 for each otense.
! PENSION.
Furmsn l.. Hildreth, Company Il, I'd Wis
consin, 81 per month.
4 RESERVATIONS.
Captains Charles s. Wales, Hew-York Mounted
I Rifles, j. Dewitt Brewster and Frederick r. Metz
ler, ID Iowa.
APPOINTMENTS.
Bngsdier-Genersls: Thos. j. Wood, 4th Cavalry
Richard w. johnson, 9Th Cavalry, both Kentuck-
ians. Assigned 10 Gen. Sherman.
Lieut.. james Mcmillan, ID lafantry appointed
Adlutant 10 Provost-Marehal Porter, vice Ayeiill,
promoted,
MIME RIFLES.
John Ponder Of Philadelphia delivered to-day