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that they did nothing more, and hardly
stayed to seesthis well done.
Everything is active and busy and excl.
ted. The pulse Of the army is up to heroic
point. Gen. Bragg rides through his COL
umns Of men from morning till night cheer
ing and encouraging. He is met with en-
thusiasm.
The tokens are cheerful aud the prospect
bright Chattanooga Rebel, July 2.
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NEWS FROM FoRREsT.-We learn from
o most reliable source that the gallant and
ever active Forrest made dash into Shell
byville on Monday last, and captured an
entire brigade Of the enemy's cavalry, in
Guiding allsthe officers and all the baggage
of the command.
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ant without any help from Johnston

Grant without any help from Johnston
Glorious Vicksbnsg! Her siege and he
roic resistance viii be the most brilliant page
in our history.
We had report by passengers in the
ears on Monday evening, that,a fight had
taken place between the White House and
Richmond, and the enemy driven back five
miles
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saS Brashear City isabout seven miles
nearly West from New Orleans, and is at
present the terminus Of the railroad leading
from New Orleans.
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THE PRIvATEER TAcoNY.

This short-lived little vessel Of ours did
good work for a time. The gallant Reed
and crew fought two others as long as they
could, and then burned the vessel on the
25sh and landed near Portland on the night
of the Goth. They seized the cutter Caleb
Gushing and went to sea- Two steamers
we're sent in pursuit, overlook the cutter and
after a short engagement Reed and his par
ty put off in boats and blew up the vessel.
They were finally. captured.
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0bualpI

DIED-In this District, tue 18th Gitimo, MARTHA
DESDEMoNAH McELmo VI I, only daughter or Sarah d.
'Goodness and mercy all my life shall surely
And In Gods house forevemore my dwelling place shabe
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124 ACRES

more oress. Said lands win be sold on ncrydt ofope md
two years. payable In equal annual instiinest3 with
interest fom day of sae-purchasnt giving bond With
good suredes and mortgage Of the iaemlses 70 sect m
purchase money. So much money az viii pay the toS
thirds part the cost these will
isioJ : - WALTER b. METTs, q: E.y. D. {.
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Commissioners Sale.

Martha N. Harris, ct al :. e S.
William Mccullough. N. s si s iissSs
TN obedience to the Order Of the Court
COURT HOUSE on the FIRST MONDAY IN AUGUST
next the interest Of F. r. deceased; being two
thirds part In tract of land situate In ON
on, known as sCHooLEY 6 ARRis' MIL LLss coptnseE
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ITO. CONSUMERS.-0WING T0'
the great advance Of oil materials usedi the manu-
factse Of CAS- ills necessaryto advance the price OF
GAS or we will be compelled to stop the works. ~
THE price of GAS from JUNE tI863, will be SlSpar
lOOOfeet. SWATERHoUsE& & ,BoWES,
60. "a per N. Waterhouse.a
Tuno IN .-srs 5Fss.ss o. ,stit ~ Inn
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quest to Hampton's Legion, in the fall Of
1862; and from that time he has been con.
stautly with his company in the lst Regi.
ment of South Carolina cavalry, under the
command of COL Black.
On Tuesday the 9th of this month, he
wept into his first regular battle, unique =
tionably the severest and most extensive
cavalry fight of the war; in which COM
paratively inferior number Of Confederates,
under all the disadvantages Of an unfortu-
nate surprise, successfully repulsed and
drove back superior force Of the enemy,
ending in victory and the capture of bate
ries and prisoners.
Capt. Jones fell at the head of his com.
mand in dashing charge, and it is said
that he was most foully slain by q base and
treacherous Yankee whom he had in person
captured and disabled, and to whom be gen.
erously yielded quarters and suPposing
that he had surrendered in full faith, he
was about turning to the charge, when the
vile dog drew a revolver and shot Captain
Jones in the side Of the chest.
Idolized by his family, beloved by all at
home, he possessed the entire confidence Of
his officers and men, as gentleman and a
soldier.
In character, gentle and affectionate as a
woman, manly and earnest in his purposes,
liberal and high toned in his action and con-
duct, be was eminently suited to domestic
life. And in this great strife few men have
been followed to the field BY the good wish
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
Amunnurnnnnn

CANTERBURY.-Ertrdordin Attraction Bsns.
~ Of Mr.. Geo. r, EdsSon.--TOo grand perJormdnces-
The numerous friends Of the popular comedian,
Mr.. George r. Edoson, having rendered him com.
plimentary benefit, the generous manager, Mr.. W,
z. Sim, has granted the use OF his splendid temple
for the occasion. Misses Julia Mortimer, Kate
Pennoyer, Ernestine De FAiber, the gifted sisters,
Augusta and Marie, the "CouTt Of Beauty" the
Ethiopian Comedians, and all the other members
of the star company have volunteered their ser.
vices
vARrErIEs-In spite Of the horribly bad weather
this popular resort continues to thrive most pros
perously. This afternoon a fashionable matinee
for ladies and gentlemen, misses and mAsters-a
splendid entertainment given. Te-night bill OF
great sttractionj Mr.. Leslie and Mr.. Parker APP
pearing, also Ada TesmAn, Helena Smith, Mile
Geraldine, Dick Watkins, Budworth, Miss Lester,
and dozens of artistes OF all kinds. Tomorrow
night "Jack sheppard"
THE RUSSIAN wAR.-A few more opportunities
will be afforded our citizens TO witness the grand
exhibition Of the battles in the Crimea, at Odd
Fellows Hall. This exhibition possesses a pecu-
liar interest at this time and one shou Id fail to
witness II.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
LOCAL NEWS.

POLICE ORDER RESPECTING THE CRY ELECTION.
Superintendent Webb has issued the following
order TO sergeants Of police;
SERGEANT: The annual election approaches
primary meetings are being held in the various
watdei the friends Of the opposing candidates are
Arraying themselves on either side with adetermi.
nation that warns ua how great excitement may
violence Of pArtisanship has nearly succeeded in
oocasioning open riot. At such time deem II
my duty to Invite the attention Of every member
OF the force to the wise precautionary rules aud
regulations adopted by the Board and printed in
The SOth rule, on page 10 OF the Manual, is as
followsi
1.-THE right Of every member Of the Police De
partment TO entertain political opinions not dis.
loyal TO the Government Of the United states, and
to express the same freely, when such expression
shall not concern the immediate discharge OF his Of
fetal duties and the right OF the elecrve franchise
will be deemed sacred and inviOlAte. But no mem
Der of the police force will be permitted to belong
TO any political club or organization, be dele
gate or representative TO, or member OF, any pO-
lltioal or partisan convention, whose purpose is
the nomination Of any candidate or candidates to
any political office. He shall take no part in any
such convention. Upon the days of elections for
public officers, held under the laws and ordinances
governing the District he shall, whether specially
assigned to attend the polls or otherwise, do af
the integrity of the bAllOt-box, enforce the rights
OF lawful voters, and prevent illegal and fraudu-
lent votng but he shall not actively interfere for
or against any candidate challenge voters, dis
tribute tickets, or act the PARTISAN under penalty
OF immediate DISMISSAL
And the Rule No. 81 on page 90, as follows;
mo member OF the Police Force shall be permit
ted TO solicit, or be allowed to make any contribu-
tion In money, or other thing, on any preteNt, TO
any person, committee, or association, for any po-
ntical purpose whatever
These regulations must be strictly, and to the
letter complied with, and any member Of the force
committing any the least violation Of them, will
be summarily and Immediately dismissed.
You will post this order in a conspicuous place
In the StAton-house, read II to your men at each
roll call, and Impress upon them the fact that its
observance Is not only the only way to save them
selves from disgrace, but is actually vital to the
usefulness of the whole Police Force
No right OF the men as citZenB iB interfered with
but the obligations assumed by them when they
become officers are never to be forgotten and al
ways strictly enforced, II the Police Force is to
continue to enjoy the confidence It has already won
In the community.
BY order: W. D. WEBB,
SUPERINTENDENT
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

SENTENCE REMITTED.-The sentence OF the
court-martiAl in the case Of Lieut.. La Fayette
Butler, Thirty-fourth Massachusetts volunteers,
charged with "conduct prejudiclAl to good order
and military discipline" has been remitted by the
President, and Lieut.. Butler will be restored to
duty.
The court-martial in the case OF First Sergeant
John A. Chase, company A, Twenty-fourth New
York volunteers, has found him guilty Of the
charge Of striking his superior officer and using
threatening language towards the same. The
sentence Of the court is that he be shot to death
with musketry, at such time and place as the COM
mAnding general may direct. The President has
oommuted the sentence to imprisonment at hard
labor with ball and chain attached to his leg dur
ing the present war.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
WINDOW SHADES.
MAY YOR's OFFICE,

Ul MAY I, 1868.
PROPOSALS will be received at this office until
70 o'clock on Saturday the 9th inst for grading
and grayellng First street west from Kstrcet north
to New York avenue.
Bidders must state the price per cubic yard for
grading, and square yard for grAyelling.
The gravel must be nine inches in depth In the
centre tapsTing to four inches at the sides after
which to be well TAked and rolled
No part of the appropriation will he paid except
upon the certificate of the COmmisslOners that the
work has been properly executed.
WM. DOUGLAS,
Commissioner Fourth Ward
s. c. MILLS,
VIM BATES,
may6-6t Assistant CommisSionerS
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
SILVER AND GOLD BADGES
may 4-lw'
NEW YoRK AND WAsHINaToN

IN STEAMSHIP COMPANY.
The above-named company have placed upon the
route Between NEW YORK, WASHINGTON and
GEORGETOWN three superior Ocean Steamers,
commanded by experienced and skillful seamen,
which will form a SEMI-WEEKLY LINE, carry
ing freight at lower rates than any other.
These steamers will connect with all transporta-
tion lines out Of New York, and no commission
charged for forwarding goods consigned to the
Agents.
10 Embalmed bodies forwarded to any part of
the United States,
Goods ShOuld be diHinctly Marked TO Avsid mis-
carriage.
For freight or passage (having excellent accom-
modatiOns) apply to MORGAN d RHINEHART,
40 Water street, Georgetown. JAMES HAND,
III Wall street. New York. ap 2l-eolm
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

WHO WILL DE CUREDl-Wed desire to call special
attention to the advertisement of the celebrated
Dr. Vellny, which appears in another column. The
Doctor 10 a safe and reliable practitioner whose
skill and experience ls guarantee that the unfor-
hdence intTust his case In his hands. Let young
men be warned in time, and seek the best means oil
relief.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

ASSAULT AND BATTERY.-On Monday, oficer
sebold OF the Fourth ward patrol, arrested Mrs
Putnam for AssAulting Susan Gray. Justice Giber.
son ordered her to furnish bail to keep the peace
She was afterwards arrested by the same officer fol
threatening the life Of Harry Davis, She was put
under bonds to keep the peace.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

WORD OF ADvICE.-Ihose who have been
dootoring for weeks and months without obtaining
relief should consult DR.. FiBhblAtt, whose office is
at No. 42l street, corner Of Eighth street, and be
radically cured. Twenty-Five years experience has
established DR.. FiAhblAtpB reputation as a physi-
elan. Recent cases cured in few days. Charges
moderate. DIR. FISHBLAfT,
No. 42l Z street, corner of Eighth,
Opposite the General Post Othoe.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

ARREST OF a SUSPICIOUS CHARAcTER.-Yester-
day Roundsman Lait, Of the Second ward, arrested
a young man, named Edward Rice, on complaint of
Me'Srs. Sykes Chadwick, as being a suspicious
character. He was turned over to the military.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

INFORMATION WANTED OF ROBERT HAR-
i RISoN, who left his home, l67 Ann street, Bal
the steamship Baltimore, at Warrington OF
Georgetown. Amy information respecting him
will be thankfully received by his SON Henry Hnr.
rison Fort McHenry, Baltimore
may l-Tts
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
LMASHINGTON AND ALEXANpRIA FERRY

The steamers Young America" =" Can't. TaIbutt.
and Mary +, Rapleyn Capt staekpole, will, on
and after MONDAY, May 4, commence their TeFu.
lar trips between Washington and Alexandria at
O'Clock in the morninT, making trips every hour
during the day, until O'Clock In the evening
WARRINGTON, May l, 1858. may 2-tf
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

FLORAL MAY DALL.-The ball to be given to.
morrow Thursday evening, by Professor Marini,
at Temperance Hall, will be elegant affair. The
programme of fancy dances, by the Professors
pupils, is very attractive, and much enjoyment ia
anticipated on the occasion.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

LARCENY OF CLoTHIEG.-E. Wood (cOlored) was
arrested yesterday by officer Gibson, charged with
stealing quantity Of wearing apparel belonging
TO VIM. Builake. Sent to jail for court.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

THE ONLY place where you can purchase India
Rubber goods of all kinds at Many UdCtur5 prices
streets. mar 23-tf
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

SELLING LIQUOR WITHOUT LICENcE.-Lilah
Johnson, a colored woman, was arrested, yester,
day, by oficer McChestney, one of the county OFF,
GERS, for selling liquor without license. She was
fined $40 by Justice Thompson. We understand
the levy court determined to punish all persons
caught selling liquor without license in the county
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

Hol EVERY ONE =" The Friends Indeed Of the
Friends In Need" hold their second meeting on
Thursday, 7th instant at 81 p. m in the Soldiers
Free Library, and Fifth street, Judiciary Square.
In the hoVe, you are widow with little children:
the "Friends Indeed" think you are friend in need
and buy bread for body, mind, and soul. Go to the
bakers for loaf daily, and we will settle the bill
every thirty days, until you can earn this bread.
The bread for the mind your children will find In the
free Parh school attached to St. Andrews and other
schools, where the Master will be your Bread OF
Life.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

LARCENY OF BooTs-YesterdRy Roundsman Greer
arrested Mr.. slmms (cooredl for stealing two pair
Of boots from the store of Maurice Pinkus on
Seventh street. He was examined before Justice
Thompson who committed him to jail for court.
After he was arrested, he assaulted Mr.. Plnkus,
but was prevented from doing him any bodily in
Jury by the officer
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
DR. FIsHB LATT,
- OF No. AL, corner of Eighth and streets,
AnnnnILn Ahn Ennnrnl pnnt NHnn

Can be consulted on RHEUMATIC AFFECTIONS,
. L0nSUmPLION, LIHER GOnPLAINtS ChhONlC
of whatever character, and which may be declared
incurable by other physicians. He engages to make
an immediate cure.
From his lengthy practice in the science Of medi-
cine he ls enabled to offer himself to the public as
being the only one In Washington capable of afford
ing speedy relief All cases durable will be guaran-
tied. He warrants a cure without the use of meT-
curry or any other dangerous medicine. Recent cases
cured In two or three days.
N. B. Letters addressed to DR.. F., at his office, No.
AL, corner Of Eighth and BtFeets, opposite Gen.
eral Post Ofnoe, will receive immediate attention
~
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

RoDBERY.-YesterdAy, RoundSman Kelly, as
sisted by onlcer Frazier, arrested VIM. Bowie and
Frank Willett charged with entering the house of
VIM. II. Ward, on Sixth street, between and F
streets, and stealing therofrom four white shirts,
two handkerchief, two large China vases, two
pair of small vases, one calico dress, red fan.
mel shirt nine pair OF stockings pair of sheets
two towels, twelve handkerchiefs, a lot Of oil
cloths, &C. It is supposed they entered by the
kitchen door, by means Of false key, as no marks
OF violence were to be seen. Both men were
colored. They had been At work upon the build.
ing previous to the robbery They were commit
ted toja for further hearing by Justice Giberson.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

GREAT DECLINE IN GoLDI
And in order to reduce our present stock, we have
Reduced the Price OF our Clothing,
And are now selling off at rapid rates.
The people and that
]. BRUCE & CO.'S
Is THE PLACE to buy
GOOD CLOTHING AT Low RATES
Call before it is too late, and secure some of the
GREAT BARGAINS
now offered at
No. 484 Seventh Street,
TWO DOORS BELOW SMITHS.
J. BRUCE CO., ClOthicrS,
marH 4S4 Seventh street, near St.
ZOE HOOKER IS THE GENERAL OF
THE DAYII
NEXT TO HIM COMES
THE POPULAR CLOTHING HOUSE
smith q BoNn,
36I Sepenh Street, bciiOeen and streets,
Where can be found the est and cheapest stock Of
CLOTHING AND FURNISHING GOODS
IN THE CITY.
Now is the time to buy We are Offering goods
very low, for the next thirty days, to make room
for Spring Goods.
DON'T FORGET 1T
SMITH BEALL's,
marIT S6I Seventh street, near X.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
LOST AND FOUND.

I OsT--FIvE DOLLARS REwARD.-Lost on
IL Sunday, May Sd, between Thirteenth and
Tenth streets, or on one of those Streets between
L and +, a small GOLD CHAIN with a Nickei Cent
attached. The finder will receive the above re-
ward on leaving the chain and cent at this ofnce.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

w OF EVERY VARIETY,
FoR
PARLORs,
COTTAGES,
LIBRARIES,
DINING ROOMS,
AND SLEEPING ROOMS.
CheGP and good. For sale BY ~
". II. CARRYL,
Ap22 7l9 Chestnut St. Philadelphia.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
MAYORS OFFICE,

NJ April, 1868.
Proposals will be received at the Mayors office
until i2 m, Saturday, May 9th, for grading and
gFavelling Ninth street west from G to N streets
north, under Acts approved 3Oth May and 9th Nov
1862.
The gravel must be nine inches In depth in the
centre and tApeTng to four inches at the sides and
the street, after being graded and grayAlled to the
entire satisfaction of the Commissioner of the ward
and Assistant Commissioners, shall be thoroughly
Taked and rolled.
Bidders must state the price per cubic yard for
grading and per square yard for grAyelllng
No part Ofthe appropriation will be paid except
upon the certificate of the Commissioners that the
work Is properly done. JNO. 7. GARNER,
Commissioner Third Ward,
THOMAS LEWIS,
G. W. DRAINE,
ap S6-lOt Assistant Commissioners,
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
RAND FLORAL MAY BALL

CCEPTRE EXERCISE, FOR LADIES AND
- ChRdrcnj also, the corresponding but more Athletic
Indian Club Mugddr Exercise, for Gentlemen, for
the prevention and correction OF deformity, one
sidedness, sc, as recommended by the medical pro-
fession and officers Of the army. They superoede
dumb bells and all CAlisthenic exercises. No off,
Ger, merchant or clerk should be without them.
They promote a healthy circulation, develope and
strengthen the chest and spine in a most eXtraor-
dinAFy manner, giving such elasticity and strength
to the shoulders, arms and wrists that the sword
and bayone used with double force and facility,
and invaluable to singers, as the voice improves
In proportion to the expansion of the chest. To
ladies' who cannot take outdoor exercise, they are
of incAlculable benefit.
My classes for Dancing and Department at Will
lards Hall, and at Georgetown are largely at
tended by the elite of both cities, and can, with
much satisfaction, refer to the Parents of my pu-
pills,
To those who require tuition on the Violin,
TioliHcrilO, and Singing, or dHishing lessons" may
save time and expense by studying under me.
For Cards Of Terms, address
J.K. GOODALL,
apr II Willards' Hotel.
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06
FOR SALE OR RENT.


EOR sALE-A -ATHREE-sToRY BRICK
Il HOUSE, with back building, containing In all
ten rooms, eligibly situated on the southwest
corner Of Virginia avenue and Tenth street, mont
ing the Smithsonian. The house ia built In the
modern style with large airy rooms and i' ysetEy
most pleasant and healthful in the city.
Terms-one third CASH the remainder In six,
twelve, and eighteen months, secured by deed Of
trust. Possession given Immediately. Apply on
the premises. myb-iw
EoR SALE, CHEAP FOR CASH The whole or
I part Of six lots on PennsylvaniA Avenue, near
the Navy Yard, containing about $4,000 square
feet, corner lots, an excellent location for building,
correct grades, and perfect title, Inquire At the
Washington and Georgetown Directory ONCE, No.
4O2 Seventh street west room No. o. Also few
copies Of the Directory for 1893 for sale price 81.
Rp2t-h
EOR sALE--A four story Brick House, in an
y eligible locality, furnished with gas and water
throughout.
Inquire OF Thomas E. Lloyd, No. 41s Seventh
street. between and +. apl6-N
EOR n E N t THREE UNFURNIsHED
l. ROOMS, OF superior finish, warmed by furnace
heat, and lighted with gas. Two ROOMS en- suite
on first floor, front, S25 per month. One large
dress given at the first house on Missouri avenue,
near corner Of Sixth street.-the. Q. hpl0
DARE CHANCE.--The goodwill, fixtures,
IL and small stock OF a store, amounting TO
about one thousand dollars in the best part Of the
Avenue for sale. A good stand for CLOTHING,
SUTLER, AND sADDLERY STORE. Enquire for
particulars at the General Agency ONCE sill Ninth
street north, near Pennsylvania avenue, Also,
City Property in all parts Of the city, for sale.
above. N. X. MILLER.
mar 6-u
Daily national Republican., 1863-05-06

DEV. DIR. sUNDERLAND,s SERMON
IL on the "CrisiB Of the Times, delivered on the
published in full in the National Banner, Of NAV
9th. Orders for copies will be received by j. (
Brown, at the National Union League HeaduuAr.
terB No. 4sl Ninth street, and at the office of the
National Banner, No. 4s2 Seventh street, Washing
ton, D. c.
hundred. may I-Iw