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Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

POLICE CAsEs.-Catharine 0'Conner was
arrested yesterday by oaieer Ashton, Of the
Tenth precinct, for selling liquor without license
Justice Boswell fined her $4,000.
Catharine Manigan was arrested by the same
oficer for the same offence. Justice Boswell
fined her $40. 90.
John Thomas, q German tavern keeper, was
arrested by o1icer Ashton, on the complaint OF
Robert TAFT, for permitting gambling In his
house. Justice Handy nned him $50.
Robert Brown was arrested by ofhcer Haynes
for selling liquor without license. Justice WAL
ter fined him go
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
Races and Opera at Saratoga.

A correspondent writing from Saratoga,
under date of August 10th, says: "Tho races
have so increased the number of visitors here
that every kind Of business dependent upon
the patronage of the public has boen largely
increased during tho week. The outside
pressure has been favorably felt at the Opera
House, for good houses have greeted Growers
company. Last night Married Life was
presented with q strong cast, and another
small piece made up tho evening. Tonight
Colleen Bawn' will be presented"
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
The list Maryland Cavalry Regiment
Mustered Out.

FORTRESS MONROE, Aug. I0.-The steamer
Northerner has arrived here from Richmond,
bound to Baltimore, with the lst Maryland
Veteran Cavalry Regiment, Col A. W.
Evans. They were mustered out Of the
service yesterday.
The steamer Lady Lang, from Richmond,
with the 10th Missouri regiment, Col. Saun-
ders, Brigadier General by brevet, also ar
rived to-day, on the way to Baltimore to be
mustered out
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

"THE SATURDAY PREss,'a a literary paper
of New York city-HESRY CLAPP, editor
has been revived. 4. G. P. WILKINS and
FITz JAMES 0'BRIES formerly contributed
to oil it with the rich ore of their fertile and
versatile brains. They have both gone to the
spirit land, but the Press is nevertheless filed
with an excellent variety of literary, dra-
matte, and musical reading generally. 1t
promises we'll.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

MAJOR D. D WILEY Of Massachusetts,, of
the commissary Department, has been de-
tailed as member Of Board of Examina
tion of officers of the Subsistence Depart
ment, to meet in Richmond, and will leave
for that port on Monday,
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

A DuBuoUE paper says that Chicago Is
the most excitable market in the world.
There is no stability among her speculators.
A thunder shower sets them all crazy and .
clear day oil bankrupt"
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

The British consul at Abyssinia was, at
last accounts, led like n wild beast with an
iron collar around his neck and good pros
pect of having his head cut of. The Emps-
ror tells England to come and take him If
she wants him.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

CHANcERY CoURT-Mr. Justice Wyils.-
The proceedings Of the Orphans Court In regard
to the Richardson estate were confirmed.
No. ls22-Wheailey against Johnson salo con-
hTmed.
Krake against Rrake; decree Of divorce vfn-
cuio mdtrimOnft Ordered that the plaintiffs 3
furniture and clothes be returned to her.
Mabberly against Brashear and others decree
appointing G. Il. Worthington and W. Il. Dorsey as
trustees 10 sell the property.
The proceedings Of the Orphans Court In the
case Of Chas. J. Koch, deceased, were confirmed.
Busteed against FTeAr and others; decree for
inJ unetion against frear aud Wager.
ORPHANS CoURr-JHdge PmrceH.-The
account OF sales OF the personal estate Of Henry
W. Gray was returned by the executrix.
Mary 3. Morsell was appointed guardian to
the orphans Of James Wilmer.
The hrst aud hnal account OF Mary NJ. Turner,
adninistratrix OF WIN. W. Turner, was approved
and passed.
An additional bond OF %, 800 was iled by Della
WeIbel, adm inistratrix Of julius Weibsl.
The hrst and anal account Of Martha v. Gray,
Administrative OF Henry W. Gray, deceased, was
The balance aud distribution Of the personal
estate Of John A. Ellis was returned by the ex'
ecutOT.
The inventory Of the personal estate Of Dolly
Ann Williams was returned by the executor.
The inventory OF the personal estate Of Mary
NJ Duhef was returned by the administrator.
The Inventory Of the personal estate Of julius
WiTbel was returned.
An additional inventory OF the personal estate
Of Henry W. Gray was returned
Letters teStRmeutAry were issued 10 Mary NJ.
McKenna and Andrew p, MeKennA, executors OF
Patrick hcKsnpa.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
A New Justice OF the Peace Of the
District.

Mr.. JAMES DONALDSON, Chief Messenger
of the Department Of State, who was the re-
cipient of the valuable testimonial Of q 81 200
United States 7-30 bond, a contribution of
several well known citizens Of New York in
appreciation of his valuable services to Sec
retary SEWARD during his late illness, was
yesterday appointed by the President a JUS
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

ALL letters relating to the subscription Of, or
advertising In, the REPUBLICAN should be sd.
dressed to the publishers, as above.
AL letters or communications intended for pub
lication, or in any way relating to the editorial
apartment Of the paper, should be addressed to
the editor, as above.
Business and other correspondents will greatly
oblige the Publishers and the Editor by comply
Ing with the above suggestion.
To CoRREsPoSDBSrs. No notice can be taken
Of anonymous Communications. Whatever il
intended for insertion must be authenticated by
the name and address Of the writer-not neeessa .
rily for publication, but as guaranty Of its good
faith.
We cannot undertake to return rejected com
munieations.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

My Infinite variety IN
Thus cried the magnificent CLEOPATRA, when
many younger beauties were already weeping
over their departing charms. Had she found the
fabled Fountain Of YOUTH DR.. Drake seems to
have found Il, for his Celebrated PLANTATION
BIrrgKs restore the aged, make the young more
beautiful, strengthen the weak, protect the
strong, build up the feeble, aud overcome dis
ease. .. ' .
For Dyspepsia, Languor, Heartburn, Ennui,
Lack OF V gOT, aud all ailments arising from
arrangement Of the Stomach, PLANTATION BIr-
TgRs are the true antidote and cure. They cure
disease and promote
HEALTH, HAPPINESS, AND LoSd LIYR.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

III. PARSONS had a wife. Detroit was
their abode. She fell in love with railroad
clerk, and behaved improperly. II. II. P.
recently left Detroit. Then his wife tattled
of the railroad clerk. The husbands rage
was terrible; his honor and the honor Of his
wife were " at stake" He demanded salts.
faction Of the railroad clerk. They came to
terms. Parsons took the youths note for
$500, payable In three months That note
must be met.-Nsw York San, II
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
Important Violation Of the
Revenue Laws by the Principal
Hotel-Keepers of Boston. r..

BosroN, Aug 12.-Tho Boston Traveller
Of this afternoon states that the leading hotels
Of that city had been visited To. day by the
internal revenue officers, who seized all their
stock Of cigars, for alleged violation Of the
revenue laws, and carried them to the United
in the custody Of the United States Mar
shall
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
Destruction Of |. Church by Fire.

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 12.-St. Georges
Methodist Church, in Fourth street, below
Vine, one of the Oldest churches In this city,
was completely destroyed by ire at 10 o'clock
this morning.
Several adjacent dwellings were much In
jured by the fire and water.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

DEATH OF A Yesterday after
noon Mr.. Randall Colburne, n member Of the
Metropolitan Police, doing duty In the Third
precinct, Georgetown, died at his residence, in
Georgetown. His funeral will take place from
his late residence to- morrow afternoon. at four
N ioloek
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

EPILEPsY.-This morning, about eleven
O'Clock, q gentleman named Edward Shelter fell
at the corner Of Ninth street and the avenue hay-
ing an epileptie At. He was taken into the drug
store Of Mr.. Nairn, corner Of Ninth street and the
avenue, where he was properly attended to.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

A WATERING PLACE letter says an autumn
nal female Of fifty summers, who wears her
hair done up in little doughnuts over her
eyes, Is the principal guest at the hotel
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

Mr.. CLARENCE A. SEWARD having been
obliged to return to New York to attend to
his law business, Mr.. CosGER, the Commits
sioner of Emigration, is acting as Assistant
Secretary pro tenn.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
The spottswood Hotel, I'm Richu

The spottswood Hotel, I'm Richmond.
We learn from our acquaintance who have
recently visited Richmond that the hotel of
the city is the Spottswood. All the luxuries
of the season (and the present season is very
prolific one in that region) are to be had at
the Spottswood.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

OLIVER JOHNSON, formerly of the Amti'
Slavery Standard, is about to take charge
of one of the leading morning journals OF
New York city. SO says the Times.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
LOCAL N n w ..

DIVORCE GRASrED.-In the Chancery
Court this morning the petition Of Henry Kracke,
asking to be divorced from his wife, Johanna
Kracko, was taken up. After hearing tho case,
Mr.. Justice wylie ordered that the marriage be-
tween the plaintif and defendant bo dissolved
and annulled and 1t was further ordered that
the plaintiff return to the defendant tho furniture
to her prior to the marriage, aud all
the clothes held by the complainant, In this
case the complainant, Henry Kracke, charges the
defendant, Johanna kracke, with adultery.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

MAYOR GuSTHER runs the Coney Island rail-
road and New York city, He runs the stock
Of the former up, and the stock ofthe latter
down. lie ought to be put in the stocks.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

RECEIPTS FROM INTERNAL REvENuE.-The
receipts at the office Of Internal Revenue
Yesterday were 81, 3O5, $685. 90.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

GEO. ALFRED TOWNSEND is associated ed
itor of the New York Cai=em with Colonel
HALPINE.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
LATEST FROM NORTH CAROLINA.
The Returned Rebel Soldiers Fesstcd
such Gathering Suppressed by Gen.

RALEIGH, August 5.-The wealthy leaders
Of the late rebellion, who expect to control
the coming State convention and political
affairs Of North Carolina, have for the past
Eve weeks been giving public dinners in
many fthe counties Of this State TO returned
members of the late rebel armies.
A committee was appointed, funds raised,
and day designated for like display Of
hospitality at the county seat Of this county,
but ss this looked like q public exhibition Of
appreciation TO rebel soldiers for their at
tempt to overthrow the Government, II was
suppressed by Cen. Ruger.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

HS- A Friend I'm Need - Those re-
quiring confidential medical assistance should
aPply to some regular educated physician wh9
has made certain diseases his special study;
such man Is DR.. DARBY, who is daily curing
Numbers Of both sexes, and every age, who have
been to all the self-ealled doctors In this city,
and spent valuable time and money, with no
benent until he took charge Of them. His terms
are more moderate than those Of mere boasting
protenders, whose only purpose Is to fleece the
unfortunate, and then advise them, when II 10
almost too late, to apply to him.
Call on him at once, or you may regret It ever
afterwards. DR. DARBY,
No 400 Seventh street, between and Z
streets, Washington city. fel6-H
A1- The bridal Cham her, an Essay OF
Warning and Instruction for Young Mea. Also,
Urinary and Sexual systems. Sent free, in
sealed envelopes. Address, DIR. J. skILLlH
HoUdHroN, Howard Association, PhilAdelPhia,
Pp. mhSl'y
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

KEEPING Docs WITHOUT rLIcEScE.-Twen-
ty six persons were arrested yesterday by tho
officers Of the Second precinct for keeping dogs
without license. They were taken before Justice
Walter and fined from two TO ten dollars each.
The amount realized from these fines amounted
70 one hundred and h.teen dollars.
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

An USGRArEFUL JoB-Cox's Eight Years
IN Congress, - written by himself
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12
nv rmnnanAPn.

Arrival ~ Boston OF the Sacramento.
H Especial TO the National Republiean.l
Bosros, Aug. 12.--The United States
steamer Sacramento, from Europe, arrived
to-day. '.','.... .-'Jsa rf frssss1rp
Daily national Republican. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1862-1866, 1865-08-12

"Ingratituds is abhOrrsd by God and man. "
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10
A storH Iof Andr.Wl 1obnr,.ao0n.. = :

The late President Lincoln told the follow
ing story of "Andy Johnson" as he was famil-
larry in the habit, OF calling, him. 1t wasaa
few weeks prior to the Baltimore convention.
before 1t was known that Gov. johnson would
be the nominee for the vice presidency. Said
he: II had 4 visit last night from, Col. Moo
dy, the lighting Methodist parson, as he is
called IN Tennessee. He is on his way to the
Philadelphia conference, and, being in Wash
ingten over night, came up to see me. He
told me,D he continued. "this story Of ANDY
-Joh, sen and General Buell., which interested
me intensely. COL Moody was In NasF vile
the day it was reported that Buell. had decid.
ed to evacuate the city. The rebels, strongly
reinforced, were said to be within two DAYS
march Of the capital OF course The city was
greatly excited. Said Moody,aFI went in
search Of johnson at the edge of the evening,
and found him at his Office, cleseted with two
gentlemen, who We're walking the floor with
him, one on each side. As entered they re-
tired, leaving me alone with Johnson. who
came up to me maniiesting iatense feeling and
said: Moody, we are sold outl Buell. is
traitorl He is going to evacuate the. city land
In forty-eight hours we shall be in the hands
ofthe rebels" se9s's
Then he commenced pacing the Aoor again,
twisting his hands and chatting like a Gagged
tiger, utterly insensible to his friends entrea-
ties 20 become calm. Suddenly he turned
and said: "Moody can you pray ?'n "That is
my business, sir, as a minister OF the gospel,r
returned the colonel. EWelly Moody, / wish
you would pray;n said. johnson; and instant
ly both went down upon their knees at oppo-
site sides of the room As the prayer became
fervent, johnson began to respond in true
methodist style. Presently he crawled over
on his hands and knees to Moody's side, and
put his arm over him, manfesting the deepest
emotion. Closing the prayer with q hearty
'AmenP from each they arose. johnson tosk
long breath and said, with emphasis, Moo
dy, I feel bettery Shortly afterward be ask
ed 'Will you stand by me p Certainly. /
wilI,' was the answer. We'll, Moody, can can
depend upon you; you are one in hundred
thousandl' He then commenced pacing ths
floor again. Suddenly he wheeled, the cur
rent of his thought having changed, and said,
sOhl Moody I don't want you to think have
become areligious man becauseI asked yoti
to pray i am sorry to say it, but T. am ridt
and have never pretended to be religious. Nc
one knows this better than you; but, Moody
there Is one thing about it--I do believe, Ii
Almighty God Aud believe also in the
Bible, and say III be, damned II Nashville
shall be surrenderedp y -, ~. : -
And Nashville was not surrendered.
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10
Feat of an Eeastern Magieian.

The conjurer spread piece Of mating, and
squatted, produced from his shawl d bag, and
empiied 1T on the stone in front of him. The
contents were q quantity OF little bits OF
wood: some forked like branches Of tree,
some straight; each Q few inches long be,
sides these there were some fifteen or twenty
little painted wooden birds, about half an
inch long. The old man chose one ofthe
straightest and thickest of the bits Of wood,
and turning his face up In the air, poised II on
the tip end of his nose. The little boys who
sat by him henceforth handed him. whatever
be called. IS ss5fIfki19 oatsI HM
gFirst two or three pieces OF wood, which be
poised on the piece already there then forked
pieceto which gradually he made additions. till
he had built upon his nose q tree with two
branches He always kept its balance by ADDING
simultaneously on each sidey holdin ga pieceip
esch hand, and never once taking his ewes off
the fabric, Soon the two branches became
four, the four eight, and SO on,s until skele-
ton offs tree was formed about two feet high.
and branching out so as to, overshadoW his,
whole face; he could just reach with his hands
to put the topmost branches on. It was a
wonderful structure, and we all held our
breath as he added the last bits. But it was
not done yet. The boys now handed him the
little birds, and still two a a time, one in each
haud, he stuck them over the tree. The com
VI MS uCau ouu uOth Willy
while ne was balancing this structure on the
iipsof ms nose, was something wonderful and
Ilthink he must breathed through his ears
for there was not the slightest preceptible
motion about his nose or mouth. s1 After put,
ting all the birds on, he paused, and We.think-
ing the trick was finished, begun to anpIaud
But he held up bis forefnger for silence
There was more to come. The bows put in
70 bis hands a short hollow reed, aud into the.
other some dried peas. He put pea into his
mouth, and using the reed as pea shooter
took ain and shot the branch one OF the
birds. The breath he gave was SO gentle and
well calculated that it gave no sprecep able
movement 70 his face; It Just sent the pea far
/ enough 70 hit particular bird with perfect
aim and knock i over. Not another thing ON
the tree moved. Another pea was fred in
| the same way another bird was broucht down.
and so until all the birds were baqged. The
| firing wss then directed at the branches and
limbs of the tree, and, beginning at the ion.
most the whole Of this astonishing structure
was demolished peace-meal, even more won.
derful than its manner OF errectien.-TAll
the Year Round. ssn.E
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10

THE .TENDER. PASSION Thackery says
that when arnafi is In love with one woman
In family, it is astonishing how fond he be
comes of every one connected with it. He
ingratates himself with tbs maids; he is bland
with the butler; he interests himself with The
footman; he runs on ertands for the daugh
tiers; he gives and lends money to the young
man at college; he pats little dogs which be
would kick otherwise; smiles at old stories.
were they uttered by any but papa; he drinks
sweet Port wine, for, which he would curse
the steward and the whole committee at a
club; he bears even with the cantankerous old
maiden aunt; be beats time when darling lit
tie Fannie performs her piece on the piano;
and smiles when wicked. lively little Bobby
upsets the coffee over his shirt"
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10
For SaIe.l

"a The two storied double tenement Brick
#'.il Block. situated on Stevens, Plains Westbrok
III Said block co ontalus IA rooms in each tenemenr
Lot rods on street, and 18rods deep, on which
il a stable "a by 40 feet. 5n 9esAfN "
Tnis property is offered at price which insufes 1t
q good investment Ilsq 9AAtsS
Apply to N. X SAWYER, near the premises, or
to J. e. PRoCTER, Lime St. june8tf
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10
] Union Illuminating 0it.

THE under jig ed has no hesitation in Offering
this Oil to the public 1t twill burn in comrnon
Fluid Lamps, and einits no unpleasant odr while
ou ming. 1t con umes as slow assKerosene, when
used in those amps. 1t is perfect substitute for
FLUID safe and nou exulosive.1h .aNba st siys
For tale at No 1888 Fore street. hv llE aei Sc
~ JOHN PURIETONl
Portland. May 4, 1856. .--eod8m IT + $40 e -
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10

EN0k sac @ at The State Reform School, Fire Hun-
Il dred 1noasand FIRST qualify Bricks, apply 10
4 .as.is " - ~ JOS s. BARRY, ,sup't,
ap28df ua7nsg ff5lSf XIX = - "~ - > : 80
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10
! ROOFS and SHOES Po.a<.,,.a-yl

II H. RIPLEY has opened SHOE SToRr IN the
LIZ Peyson Block, corner Of Made a ID FRANKLIN
st, eets, where may be found peneral assortment
ef Boots and Shoes, which will besold at the very
l lowese prlcea IL. ~ es - = 4 may 23dtf
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10

kEAD DR. HuaHEs, advertisement in anofha,
column. In his specially Dr. Hughes is unecnsiIsd
py any physician In this country.
ianl WlY
The Portland daily press., 1865-06-10
Auction and Commission Store.

NOTICE. 7os ess,5l
DR0P0sALS FOR BRIDGE Proposals win be
III received by the selectmen of Westhrook at their
building of New Bridge oyer the Presumpscot Riv.
q, at Cumberland Mills, so called, in the Town Of
We tbreoe. Said Bridge to ke Quilt of BuRNRFT.
IzeD TIMBRE The Seleotnen reserving to them
selves the ight to reject all proposals not deemed
plan, torether with all necessary information
may be obtained on application to Gro. W. HAN.
MoND { umberland Milia sl-s4N - srssf.s,
Per Order Ssectmen of Westbrook.
Westbl ook, June 8, Is 8. ts1r M jane6dlw*
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1865-10-16

in that State, at the age of l03, was the
means Of bringing to the gallows
schoolmistrsss named Ruth Blsy, who
was executed ct Portsmouth in l7oS-g
years ago-for child murder. She at
tended Miss Blay's school, and one day
when the teacher was absent, Mrs. E.,
then 8 girl Of ak years, while at play
in the school house, saw loose board
In the floor, which abe raised from mo-
tireS Of curiosity, and there discovered
the remains Of dead infant She told
What she had seen, and an investigation
showed it to be the child Of the teacher,
who murdered it TO conceal its birth
She was tried, convicted and hung.
The President has had an interesting
interview with the delegates of the South
Carolina Convention, who came 10 pre-
sent the resolutions asking for the liber-
alton Of JEFF Davis, Gov. Magrath, and
ez.rsbel Secretary Of the Treasury,
Trenholm. The last named persons
case had been disposed Of In regard to
the others the President made nc plesge,
but signi6ed his desire to be both just
and mercifnl. Il appears from the con-
versation, which is quite fully reported
in our dispatches, that MIRA JEFF Davis,
who 10 confined TO Georgia, and In anxi.
ous TO extend the bounds Of her parole,
has been writing some pretty saucy let
ters TO the Government. The interview,
on the whole, passed of very pleasantly,
though no definite results we're enter
tanned.