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From Washington.
WASHINGTON. Feb %.

WASHINGTON, Feb %.
Lieut.. and Adutant Thos. P. Green Of the
9th MINI. Veteran Infantry, to-day presented
to the War Department, by order of General
Thomas, seventeen battle flags captured in the
battle of Nashville on the 10Th of December
last, and in the actions during the pursuit of
the rebels under Hood. Seventeen other flags
were presented, fifteen Of the gallant captors
performing this Office in person. The Secre-
tary of War thus addressed them:
I'm behalf of the government of the United
States ] return its thanks and the thanks of
the people for your gallantry. Accept also
the gratitude of this Department for yourselves
and for comrades in arms. The Adj. Gen
eral will be ordered TO take charge of the flags
with the inscriptions you have this morning
given, so as to connect your own individual
histories with the noble actions in which they
were captured. He will also be directed to
present to each OF you medal of honor to be
worn by you as token and recognition of
your gallantry and distinguished services. 1
wish you all safe return to your bones, and
that you may long live to enjoy in peace the
victories which have been won by you and
your companions in arms" The Adjutant
General was then ordered to give each of the
captOrs a furlough of thirty days.
In addition to the dispatch of Admiral Por-
ter in relation to the evacuation of Fort Ander-
son, Information was received at the Navy De-
partulent that Lieut.. VIM. B. Gushing con-
structed mock monitor so closely resembling
one of those vessels that no difference could
be detected at distance of 100 yards. On
Saturday night, the lSth at about IL P. NJ,
this vessel was taken up to within about 400
yards Of the fort and set adrift. AS there was
strong flood tide sh3 moved up the river and
passed the fort as if under slow steam. At
this time the army had worked about two
thirds of the distance around and in the rear
of the fort, and the rebels no doubt thinking
their communications would be cut off both
by land and water, hastily escaped by the only
avenue open to them,
Tonight all the public buildings, including
the Capitol and Presidents Mansion, together
with the City Hall and a large number of
priva residences were brilliantly illuminated.
The State Department was tastefully adorned
with flags, ard over the main entrance was a
transparency with the following significant
inscription in large letters "A peace and
good will to all nations, but no entangling al
iances. and no foreign intervention"
Headquarters Armg of Potomac, Feb. 20.
TO The agent of the Associated Press
will thank you to make the following an
nouncement through the Press SIN con-
sideration of a geneual exchange and speedy
delivery of all prisoners held in the South, it is
deemed inexpedient to forward after this date
either funds or supplies to any person now In
captivity. Such parcels or remittances as
may have accumulated since the last shipment
or may hereafter arrive, will be returned to
the shippers. JOHN E. MULFoRD,
Asst of Exchange.
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Supreme Judicial Court.

JANUARY TERM-DAVIs, j., PRESIDING.
WEDNEsDAY-John Mcdonald VS.. Henry
Coffin and al. e
Action on conditional note for advanced
wages as seamen. The condition of the note
was that plaintiff should proceed to sea in the
ship George Turner. He went on board and
was there eight days. The vessel being with
out her full compliment of men left the wharf,
without the captain, but by his orders, under
charge of the chief mate, and went out about
one and three-fourths miles, where she an
chored and waited for the captain and the re-
inainder OF the crew. While at anchor
storm arose which drove the vessel on to the
rocks and she was SO much damaged as to be
obliged to return to the wharf, discharge cargo
and repair. As it would take several months
for repairs the crew left her.
The question involved was, whether the
ship chad proceeded to sea-" according TO the
conditions of the note. Judge Davis decided
that it had not, and ordered the plaintiff non-
suit, to which exceptions can be taken.
]. G. Woodman, P. Barnes.
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zc,.-c., WASHINGTON, Feb. %.
9AopeaKing Oh the evacuation of Columbia the
nicnnonu oentlnei OF the 10th saws. it is said
that some of our engrossed trsasrrn 81, 49,
paper fell into the hands of the VsDt,ass LUZ nS
also considerable quantity of med;coI s,o ~as
we nave no particulars of these Losses as Az
omclal oispatch OF the fall of Colnmh;s Nos
communicated to President Davis and We
Gouot whether it was ever sent IN the War
department, which appears to he in comnlete
ignorance OF what has happened in Sontb
oaroilha, except from what bits Of informa-
'io "a mas Deen picked up on the street.
81; ~ inuisuay, the day before the enemy &C.
T Lpe sno cu1y, ten trains were run from
~ W charlotte, and it is supposed that
brought of. 'Ai0N' WIZ
There has been prevalent reports that the
plates Tor engraving treasury notes fell into
tne nands OF the enemy; but tais report is
now uaceu 10 some negroes who escaped from
Oolumoia, ana on reaching Kingsville, told the
Story 70 Inc telegraph operator, who sent it
thus authenticated.
johnson, the agent of the Treasury Depart
ment, mas communicated with the authorities
mere rom Charlotte, and makes no mention OF
the plates.
We understand that Grant shows no dispos-
lIun 10 assume offensive operations, and has
Withdrawn from his works this side Of Hatch
er's Run.
Inc condition ofthe roads renders the sue
cess &C. OF any important movement doubtful
Inc road is now thoroughly thawed and rot
Ten, and almost impossible for cavalry and
artillery, and exceedingly difficult for the
movement Of infantry.
Scouts from within Grants lines report
movements of troops backwards and forwards
between our right and City Point. These
In h,,N
for the purpose of relief.
1t is not likely that any advance of the
enemy will be made for several weeks.
They are erecting strong earthworks on the
newly acquired ground on Hatcher's Run.
Northern papers give rumor that the Con-
federats are mining the Yankee forts in front
of Petersburg.
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xxxv1II coNGREss-second Session

WASHINGTON, Feb. %.
SENATE.
A bill was introduced increasing the COM
pensation of naval contractors.
The Judiciary Committee reported against
amending the Constitution, by authorizing an
export Tax also against Mr.. Summers propos-
ition relative to the basis of re representation.
The Military committee reported govern
ment resolution, authorizing surveys for ship
canal around Niagara, and canal from Laks
Michigan to the Mississippi, recommending
this as substitute for the House bill.
The bill creating an Eastern Judicial Dis
trict in New York, was passed.
The report OF the Committee of Conference
on the Freedman's bill was considered and re-
jected-14 against4. 81
The Senate insisted on its amendments
on the original bill, and called for another
Committee of Conference.
The bill entitled an act to regulate the com
| merce between the several States was taken
up.
Mr.. Nye opposed it.
On motion of MIR. Sprague, the Secretary OF
War was asked for copy OF the instructions
issued for the enrolment OF citizens of Louisi-
ana. ~
Pending further considerations of the Rail
road BILL the Senate went into Executive ses-
sion, after which adjourned. 6m
HOUSE. ..4s
MIR. A. P. Field was brought before the bar
OF the House, when the speaker administered
a kind but impressive reprimand and discharg-
ed him from custody. ArF,fe
Reports from the judiciary Committee were
considered.
A bill was reported from tine Judiciary COM
mittee prohibiting the election ofSenators and
representatives from rebelious States, until
they adopt republican form of government,
and until Congress passes an act declaring
them entitled to representation.
Messrs. Mallory and Pomery opposed it.
Mr. Ashley offered substitute similar to the
rec instruction bill.
The subject was then laid on the table.
Mr.. Wilson reported from the Judiciary
committee, the Senate resolution to promote
enlistments in The army, by declaring the
wives and children ofsuch coored men as en-
tered the service forever free, and declaring
married any such men ald women as have
lived together in that character.
Mr.. Mallory moved to table the subject
Disagreed to-66 against II.
The resolution was passed by strictly party
vote-74 against SO.
Mr.. Wilson also reported the Senate bill to
prevent officers Of the army and navy, and
others engaged Gin military and naval service,
from interfering in elections in the States,
which was passed--l12 against 10.
Mr.. Williams from the Judiciary committee,
reported bill that 30 much of the joint reso-
luton explanatory OF the act to suppress in
surrecton. punish treason and confiscate
property; approved July 17th. 1862, as pro-
hibits the forfeiture of real estate of rebels
beyond the natural life be repealed, this act
to take effect from after its passage.
Pending the bill, the House adjourned.
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Mrs. PARSONS CoNcERT.-This concert
will take place at City Hall this evening. She
will be assisted by some excellent musical tai
ent. The programme is good one, and
rich aud rare musical banquet will be given to
our citizens. Since Mrs. Parsons came to our
city she has, by her generosity and kindness,
made many friends and enlisted the public
sympathy in her behalf. Mrs. Humphrey be-
ing indsposed and unable to take her place
in the choir, Mrs. Parsons very cheerfully
volunteered and sang at the dedication of the
Universalist Church. She has also sung on
one occasion for the benefit of our soldiers
These generous acts are not forgotten, and a
large aud brilliant audience will greet her this
evening. This lady is an accomplished vocal
ist, and our readers may expect musical en-
tertainment Of high order. b
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Fifth Parlor Concert.

The Blue flannel Concert held at the house
of Abner Lowell, q. on Tuesday EVENING
was an agreeable affair all around-and doubly
valuable, because while it afforded macmillan
pleasure to those who were fortunately nres-
ent, it also conferred especial benefit upon the
soldier. 1t is happy circumstance that
pleasure and profit, intellectual and moral,
may be mutually blended; and it is cause of
rejoicing that there is. divine authority for the
declaration, that it is more blessed to give
than to receive.
The overture, Duets and songs were fine
exhibitions of musical taste, and alike credit
able to the skill and patriotism Of the Ouin
tette Club, the Misses Merrill, DR.. Fernald and
Mr.. johnson, to say nothing OF Gmine host,
and his family, to whom not only the soldier
himself but the friends of the soldier. are un-
der increasing obligations for pleasant enter
tainments and timely benefits. It is the seem
ingly little benefits conferred and received
which make up the sum OF human happiness.
Let the number, then, be increased, that thus
the aggregate may be swelled. s
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From Hnrnnn.

New YORK, Feb. %
Beall, the pirate, has been ordered to be
hung on Friday.
Steamer Columbia brings Havana dates to
the 18th.
The appointment of Pareja to the command
of the Spanish feet in Peruvian waters caused
much excitement, be being Peruvian, and is
regarded as another concession.
Quite feet of blockade runners left Havana
on the 18th. Orly one, the Banshee, arrived
on the way from Nassau to Matamoras. Those
sailing on the 18th were the Denhigh, Larke,
Flamingo, Phantom and Zephine.
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The 4. F.'s ENTERTAINMENT at City Hall
was magnificent affair. The hall was splen-
didly draped with flags and made brilliant
appearance. The proscenium was filed with
spectators, while young America was tripping
the light fantastic toe to the excellent music
Oh the band OF the 18th U. S. Infantry. In one
corner of the hall there was fortune teller's
establishment, where both old and young had
their iates ioretold, and in an opposite corner
several beautiful girls were selling bcquets-
The Dutch Kitchen was admirably arranged,
and the waiting girls discharged their duties
with cheerfulness and alacrity. In their pecu-
liar costumes they looked splendidly, and I'M
der their Dutch caps we're seen sparkling eyes,
red cheeks and bewitching countenances. 1t
was grand entertainment, and the managers
are entitled to great credit for getting it up.
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Tow Rnnt for sale

s=A good row Boat u Of about Sta1 70 tons ton,
burthon; N gq51 Traed .atelS For mar
be sold lo~ If applied TOT ii"AA''aseiy. R'i PA'
"S"'"'' E' NJ. PATTEN, No. 10 Exehangst.
Portland, Feb, 91se5-dtmal26
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N. Orleans & Memphis Coito
2. M. PATTEN, AUCTI0NEER, II Exchange
-... Real Estate fer sale.

I SHALL sell ct public aution ON the premises on
l. Saturday, the 18th day of February next, a. IL
o'clock, A. M, the following real estate Of Owen
Martin, deceased, namely the ter ement h use and
lot in the rear OF house No. SO Monuments being the
same property bought by said Martin Of Patrick
Goneley, by deed recorded In Registry OF Deeds /
vol. 306: page 1885, Title supposed perfect.
WILLIAM PUTNAM, Administrator
OF estate OF Owen Martin,
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Special Notice.

Thefollowing gula.ions will be rigidiy observed
by the Proprietors OF the Press;
/. Nopapers will be delivered by Carriers except
to those who have subscribed atthe Office.
2. No Carrier will be allowed to sell papers on his
route or to collect money from subscribers.
g. Carriers found guilty sfviolating the foregoing
rules they will be discharged.
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NINTH LEcTURE-INDEPENDEN COURSE.
This lecture will be given to morrow even
ing at City Hall by Mr.. Richardson, an army
thoroughly posted up in relation to rebel pris-
ons, having been an inmate thereof for many
months, and most interesting account of his
experience and trials in those dens of cruelty
may be expected.
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PoRTLAgD AND YIOIxTTT.

Ee,y Advertisements To- n"s-
Tea Party-Tbs Eyening-Lineeln Hall.
Lamb & DUBLIN Commission Merchants.
Auction Saie-E. Al. Patten.
IN satre-Deering Hall.
Cumberland Election Notice.
Freedom Notice.
Real Estate for Sale.
j. W. sykes. 1sa
Portland Petroleum Office
Auction Sale-henry Bailey & Co.
Schooner FOR Sale
Freedom Notice
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SPECIAL PoLIoE.-At the meeting of the
Board of Mayor and Aldermen yesterday af-
ternoon, William W. Bailey of the Grand
Trunk depot, and Charles II. johnson, sexdon
of West Congregational Chapel, were appoint
ed special policemen, without pay.
The Board of Aldermen then proceeded, as
the Revising Board, to revise the jury list.
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.. s. Commissioners, Court.

VIM. H. CLIFFORD, ESQ.,, COMMISSIONER.
James Gornam, liquor dealer in Center
street. was brought before the Commissioner
yesterday, for retailing liquors without taking
out U. S. Revenue license. He paid the
costs and took out license.
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United States District Court.

FEBRUARY TERM-wABE j. PRESIDING.
WEDNEsDAE-David Crowell and others
VS.. British barque Radama. Libel for coils
ion occurring the 18th of January, 1864. An
opinion had previously been given by Judge
Ware in favor of the libellants, and the present
is h caring to fix the amount of damages
The arguments were concluded and Judge
Ware Odds the case for decision.
Fesse uden & Butler, J. & E. f. Rand.
F. w. Choate. ae4rs rt
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THEATRE. popular is the play of the
"Octoroon," that the managers will produce it
again this evening, probably for the last time.
All who have not seen this beautiful play
should attend tonight. 49, h. ~. -
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PREsENTATIoN.-A beautiful sword was
presented last Tuesday to F. A. Brennan, Act
ing First Engineer, as mark of esteem by the
Firemen and Coalheavers of the U. S. steamer
Ladona. The sword was made in Philadel-
phia last September, and Mr.. Brennan has done
service since that time on an iron clad of
Charleston. He has served four years in the
the navy, and has now resigned on account of
his family,
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TEA PARTY.-The ladies of the Congress
Street Methodist Society will have Social
Tea Party this evening at Lincoln Hall. A
sociable and pleasant time is expected, and
the ladies hope to see the hall crowded by
their friends.
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THE sale of Marble Statuary and Silver
Ware at auction at the old City Hall will COM
mence at 10 IL O'clock this morning. Thou
sands visited the hall yesterday and expressed
their pleasure in examining the handsome ar
ticles on exhibition.
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Pork an,s Lard
s1Nurse and Sny.,,

A GENTS WANTED in every Town and County
q IN me state OF Maine, to canvass for The Nurse
ano Spy In the Union Army Disabled Soldiers,
Teachers, and young men from the country, will
find TINS nleasant and profitable business For
TURNER particulars address q. PERKINS. Gen.
erai Agent Portlan7, Me. or W. S. WILLIAMS
Co., Publishers, Hartford, Conn. febl6dlaw &w2w'
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WestbrOOk.

The unconditional Union Voters of Wesibrook
are hereby requested to meet in Caucus at the Town
House, in said Town, on Tuesday. Feb 2Stb, at
O'clock ?. NJ. to make arrange ents for theepsuing
Municipal Election.
feb22d&wtd Per Order of Town Committee.
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THE FAIR AND LEvEE of the Spiritual
Association last evening, at Mechanics Hall,
was well attended, though not so numerously
as it would have been but for that of the "R.
F.'s" at City Hall. There was handsome
display of useful and ornamental articles for
sale, while the Gypsy tent and "Jacob and
Rachael at the We'll" attracted great atten-
ton. 1t will close this evening, at the same
place, with dance and an old fashioned bake
bean supper. sauag 80 se.a s'8#
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Celebrations.

DOVER, N. H., Feb. o.
The fall Of Charleston was celebrated to-day
by national salute, the ringing of the bells
and general display of bunting
PROVIDENCE, Z. l., Feb. %.
The Gay has been celebrated with upwonted
spirits, salutes being fred and bells rung
morning. noon and night. The light infantry
paraked the streets.
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PRAYER FOR CoLLEGEs.-A united meet
ing for prayer in behalf of Colleges, Schools,
&C., will be held in the vestry Of High Street
Church this afternoon at o'clock.
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HARPER's MAGAZINE for March is out,
and has been received at the bookstores of
Messrs. Hall L. Davis and A. Robinson, Ex-
change street.
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HARPERs MoNTHLY.-Messrs. Bailey &
Noyes, and E. C. Andrews, Exchange street,
have received The March number. As usual,
it is full Of interesting matter.
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Washinoto,, Co,.resnomaenoe.

NEW YORK. Feb. o.
The Posts Washington dispatch says 1t is
believed that II e enrolment bill will be de-
Ieated in the House, as its provisions are re-
garded as oppressive.
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OUR merchants who deal in -four, provis-
ions, wool and cotton, are referred to the ad-
vertisement OF Messrs. Lamb & Quinlin, Com
mission Merchants at St. Louis.
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Fer 3RIe ar TO Iat

NvHE premises oecup cd by Doctor lie Prohon, No
n south 81, Inc premises are convenient, sup
piled with hard ami soft water, furnace. gas sc.
Also lot of land 81 by 76
Enquire at the premises between - and 2P. II.
Feb 20-eodlm w
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LADIES who are in want of a nice COLOGNE.
should try Burnett's; it is said to be the ne
plus ultra. One test is sufficient.
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NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. substitutes and re-
cruits were passed yesterday at the Provost
Marshals Office, of which four were for Port
land and one, each, for Pownal, Buxton and
Hollis.
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The ATLANTIC MONTHLY for March has
been received at the bookstore of Hall L.
Davis.
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u. y. 5-2O Six Per Cent.
G 0LD-BEaRlNG BONDS

These Bonds ara now worth premium of nine per
cent. including gold interest from November, which
makes the actual profit the 73O loan, at current
rates, including interest, about ten per cent. Fer
annum, besides its exemption from, State and mum.
cipat taxation, which adds from one to three per
cent. more, according to the rate levied on other
property. The interest is payable semiannually by
coupons attached to each note, which may be cut of
and sold TO any bank or banker
The interest amounts to