Evening Star Newspaper, December 4, 1865, Page 2

_EVENING STAR. _ W. B. WALLACH, Editor and Proprietor. WASHINGTON CITY: MONDAY.........-.. DECEMBER 4, 1965. SF READING MATTER ON BVERY PAGE. 8 OUTSIDE FOR INTERESTING TELE- GRAPHIC AND OTHER MATTER. OF REPUBLICAN MEMBERS OF — THE HOUSE. The Kepublican members elect of the House of Representatives met in caucus on Saturday | evening im the Hall of the House. Hon. Justin S. Morrill, of Vermont. was chosen chairman, and Hon. I. Donnelly, cf Minnesota, was chosen secretary. When the roll was called, one hundred and twenty-five members answered te their names. On motion of Hon. Thaddeus Stevens, of Pennsylvania, a committee of five was selected by the Chair to report a resolution expressive be se of the meeting to be presented in . The Chairman appointed Messrs. Thaddeus Stevens, of Pennsylvania; James G. Biaine, of Maine; E. B. Washburne, of Illi- nois; Hulbert E. Paine, of Wisconsin; and R. B. Spaulding, of Ohio. Subsequently the com- mittee reported the following resolution, which ‘was upanimously adopted, and the chairman of the committee was authorized to present it in the House of Representatives immediately ‘ after the organization : Resolved by the Senate and House of Represen- tatires in Congress assembled, That « joint com- mittee of fifteen membe1s shall be appvinted, nine of whom shall be members of the House and six of the Senate, who shall inquire into the condition of the States which formed the so-called Confederate States of America, and Teport whether they or any of them are entitled to be represented in either House of Congress, with leave to report at any time by bill or otherwise; and until such report shall have been made and finally acted upon by Congress, no member shall be received into either House from any of the said so-called «Confederate States; and all papers tipo to the represen- tatives of the said States shall be referred to the said committee without debate. On motion of Hon. Thaddeus Stevens, Hon. Sebuyler Colfax was nominated for Speaker by acclamation. On motion of Hon. E. B. Washburne, Hon. Edward McPherson was nominated for Clerk by acclamation. ‘On motion of Hon. J. B. Alley, Colonel N. G. Ordway was nominated for Sergeant-at-Arms by acclamation. Hon. Mr. Morris nominated as a candidate for Doorkeeper the present incumbent, Ira Goodenow, ot New York, and Hon. Mr. Wilson nominated Hawkins Taylor, of lowa. A ballot was taken, Mr. Goodenow receiving 66 votes and Mr. Taylor 57. Mr. Goodenow was then unanimousiy nominated. : For Postmaster, Hon. Mr. Windom nomi- mated the present incumbent, W. S. King, of Minnesota; Hon. Mr. Spaulding nominated Colonel Given, of Ohi ‘on. Mr. Sloan nomi- pated Byron G. Daniels, of Wisconsin; Hon. Mr. Farnsworth nominated Mr. Curran, of Illinois; and Hon. Mr. Paelps nominated Colonel Ross, of Maryland. On the first bal- lot, Mr. King received 48 votes, Mr. Given 47, Mr. Daniels 7, Mr. Curran 11, and Mr. Ross 11. Hon. Mr. Farnsworth eloquently withdrew , the name of Mr. Curran, and urged the nomi- nation of Colonel Given, which other gentle- men ulso supported. On the second ballot, Colonel Given received 71 votes, Mr. King 48, Mr. Ross $. Colonel Given was declared unanimously nominated. After authorizing the Chairman to call the caucus together at any future time, and de- ehming to nominate a Chaplain, the caucus ad- journed by a vote of 67 to H. DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS. A meeting of Democratic members of the Senate and House of Representatives held a meeting on Saturday evening in one of the com- Mittee rooms of the Capitol—Mr. Winfield of New York, in the chair, and Mr. Randall, of Pennsylvania, secretary. No nominations were made for Speaker, Clerk. or other offi- cers, and no action taken on the probable course of the ren during the proceedings of to- day. The consultation lasted a short time, and on motion adjourned until this morning at ten o’clock, at the same place. An adjourned meeting of the democratic caucus was beld this morning at !0o0’clock in the Judiciary Committee Room of tae House, Hon. Charles Winfield presiding. The only busi- ness trantacted was to nomiuate Hon. James Brooks, of New York, for Speaker of the Hoase —< ticket for clerk, doorkeeper and other Officers. TIIE ORGANIZATION OF CONGRESS. As we go to press the House of Representa- tives is proceeding with the work of organ- ization, (the Senate having astanding organiza- tion,) and wil] undoubtedly complete it fully this afternoon, when the usual committees will be appointed to wait on the President and in- form him of the fact. The Message will, there- fore, undoubtedly go im on to-morrow. It will be looked fer with great interest the President's matured views upon recon- struction, the financial question, taxation, banking, our foreign policy, &c., &c. ALABAMA THE TWENTY SEVENTH STATE. MonTGoMERY, ALA., Dec. 2, 1865.—Hon. Ed- win M. Stanton, Secretary of War: The amend- ment is adopted by an overwhelming vote. L. E. Parsons, Prov. Gov. The above dispatch. received by Secretary Stanton, brings the intelligence that another State bas given its vote for the constitutional amenément for the extinction of slavery, mak- ing the twenty-seventh State that has ratified the amendment. This insures beyond peradven- ture the requisite number of States required for the adoption of the amendment. ACCOUNTS AND CLAIMS AUDITED. During the month of November there were revised in the office of the Second Comptroller prize claims; 6,469 claims of heirs of de- soldiers; sailors pay claims; 178 rmaster’s, commissary, and 59 pay- master’s accounts. MUSTERED OUT. In the month of November last there were 49 commissioned officers and 2,218 enlisted men mustered out of the service in the Department of Washingten. (er PCL AiMED TELEGRAMS, AMERICAN TELEGRAPH ComPANY. Willards’ slotel, December 4, 1345. ing Telegrams remain in this office red, for want of sufficient address and from other cause Miss Mary Harlan, care Wm Webb Atkinson Chas H Anderson nov i-tf B. P. SNYDER, Manager. Ys 1 0 ©O F-—GRAND LODGE —An ad journed meeting of the Grand Lodge will be tld THIS ( Menda: ENING, at7* o'clock it PH. SWEET,G 6. == ATTENTION G Co. 7.) t At Island Hall, Dec. 6. Important business. F. A. BOSWELL Capt. Co 7. ist Regt. ¥. B.. D.C. de 4-2" ‘om, December 1, 1835. o remind the citizens of m that the esident AY. the7th instant. as a day nd praise to Almighty God, to insure a ce with his bebests, and s proper obser- the day heir part. eee RICHARD WALLACH, Mayor, S- BOARD OF TRADE —The Pbirectors of iS ibe Beard of Trade of the District of Colnm fa will meet at their Rooms, 8 W. corner of Pa. averne and oth street. on MONDAY EVENING, December 4, at 7% o'clock ae R. B_ MOHUN, Sec. ‘S- FEsTIVsL For the Benefit of EAST WASHINGTON M. B. CHURCH, « Fellows’ Hall, d. between E and G ste., f MAYOR'S OFFICE I E Wa leem it only necess: ", Washin, THUS t Germinen Street, es paz Ob? TatLows: nefit of the new i Delighife erentog eninge repens A SPLENDID BAND OF MUSIC constantly in fendance Admission 15 Cents. ‘eT _ no 29-4t OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF DIREC- TORS OF THE MASONIC HALL Asso- CIATION OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, November 27. 1845 —A meeting of the Stockholders of the Masonic Assaciation of the District of Oo. lamb*‘a will be held at the office of the dirsctora, 9th street west, next tothe corner of F street north, on MONDAY EVENING next, December 4th, for the purpuse of electing five Directors to serv: ing the ensuing year. P.lis will be opened at 7 @'clock p. m. and remain open until 9 o’cleck p. m. By order of Board of Directors. no 27-4.r&0 ee OO FIRST GRAND FAIR OF THE SEASON, HAL ——_4—_5- XXXIXTH CONGRESS—FIRST SESSION. fable esi Monpay. December 4. SENATE.—The Senate met at 12 o'clock, and was called to order by Mr. Foster, nt pro tem. Prayer by the See ey Rev. Dr. Gray. Mr. Foot presented the credentials of Luke P. Pollard, appointed to fill the vacancy oc- casioned by the death of W. Collamer, of Ver- mont. Mr. Pollard took the prescribed oath. Mr. Wright presented the credentials of John P_ Stockton, Senator elect from New Jersey. Mr. Cowan presented the protest of members of the Legislature of New Jersey, alleging that a majority of that body had not voted for Mr. Stockton, and that he was not therefore con- stitutionally elected. The protest was ordered to lie on the table for the present, and Mr. Stockton took the pre- scribed oath. a Mr. Sumner introduced bills of the following titles: A bill to carry out the principles of a | Tepublican form of government in the District of Columbia; a bill prescribing an oath to main- tain arepublican form of government in the rebel States; a bill in part executien of the guarantee of a republican form of government im the Constitution of the United States; a bill on the subject of appropriate legislation to enforce the amendment of the Constitution prohibiting slavery; a bill to preserve the right of trial by jury by securing impartial jurors in the courts of the United States; a bill to enforce | the guarantee of republican form of government | in certain States whose governments have been usurped and overthrown. Mr. Sumner introduced the following joint resolutions :—Joint resolution declaratory of | the amendment abolishing s avery; a series of | resolutions declaring the duty of Congress, es- pecially in respect to the loyal citizens of rebel States; a series of resolutions declaratory of the duty of Congress with respect to guarantees | of the national security and national faith in | the rebel States. The above were all ordered to be printed. Mr. Wade introduced a bill to regulate the franchise in the District of Columbia, which ‘was ordered to be printed. Mr. Harris introduced a bill to regulate the Judiciary of the United States; ordered to be rinted. z Mr. Wilson introduced a bill to maintain the freedom of the inhabitants of States declared in rebellion; ordered to be printed. Adjourned at 1 o'clock. Hovskor REPRESENTATIVES.—Mr. McPher- SOD, at noon, proceeded, in accordance with law, to call the roll of the members elect of the Thirty-ninth Congress. Mr. Maynard (whose name is not on the rotl) wanted to make a suggestion, but the Clerk re- fused to be interrupted. The roll call was completed, 175 members having answered to their names. Mr. Morrill moved that the House proceed to the election of a Speaker. Mr. Maynard desired to submit a remark be- fore that question was put. Mr. Stevens called the gentleman to order. Mr. McPherson, the Clerk, said he could not recognize any one as amember whose name was pot on the roll. Mr. Brooks hoped the motion would not pre- vail until it was settled whether Mr. Maynard ‘was a member of this House, or entitled tosbe heard. He hoped the House would not proceed to any revolutionary steps, as now indicated. lf Tennessee was not im the Union and a loyal State, by what de agg does the President himself hold his seat at the White House! He trusted the gentleman would be heard, for if the rule of exclusion should prevail, the Clerk would bave an over hadowing power, in violation of the principles of republican government. Mr. Brooks, in further discussion of the sub- ject, asked by what law of right old Virginia was excluded, and why was Louisiana, whose members at the commencement of the former Congress, were allowed to vote for Speaker. He said, in the course of his speech, that the resolution adopted by the Republican caucus on Saturday was intended as an antagonism to the fortheoming message of the President of the United States. Mr. Stevens raised the point of order that it was heretofore held that besides the election of a Speaker or a motion to adjourn no other basi- ness was in order prior to organization. Mr. McPherson held the point to be well taken. Finally, under the operation of the previous question, the House proceeded to the election of a Speaker. Mr. Morrill nominated Hon. Schuyler Col- ax Mr. Winfield nominated Hon. Jas. Brooks. Messrs.. Morrill, Dawson, Smith and Fink were appéinted tellers. The result was announced: ‘Whole number of votes, 175; necessary toa choice, 58, Of which Mr. Colfax received... 39 Mr. Brooks.......s0-+0-.ee00e 35 Mr. Colfax was therefore declared elected Speaker. The announcement was received with ap- planse. Messrs. Morrill and Brooks conducted the Speaker to the chair, when he made an elo- quent speech, some parts of which were ap- plauded, and expressed his gratitude for the honor again conferred upon him. The speech is as follows: TELEGRAPHIO NEWS. — ——— IMPORTANT FROM LOUISIANA. Adoption of the Constitutional Amend- ment—Late from Galveston—Trade Col- lapse Apprehen Ther NEw OnLkans, Dec.2.—The Leorpengeapin t lature to-day — by acclamation a \- tion to the effect that there is no opposition, either open or secret, to the Union; that sla: is abolished forever; and that they cordially indoree the President's reconstruction policy. Deri Bros. & Co., an old and prominent cot- ton firm here, having hs ger some time in a personal examination of the condition of the cotton in the southern States, issued a cir- cular report on the coo ate They estimate in round numbers the total of the new crops to be two millions to two millions one hundred thou- sand. The quantity totally unfit to spin is not over one hundred thousand. Galveston dates to the 30th ult., have been received. Governor Hamilton has authorized the Chief Justices of counties to raise a special police force of fifty citizens and maintain peace and enforce order. They areto act with the military Provost Marshal as published by an order irom the Department headquarters. Goy. Hamilton has issued a very sensible address to the freedmen. In some of the interior counties the freed- men commenced making contracts for the next year on rich soont pamations: The planters generally abandoned planting except so far as was necessary for the support of their families. Old business men at Galveston and Houston are holding back from trade being apprehen- sive of a general collapse by March or April. An extensive conflagration occurred at Col- umbus, Miss, on Saturday, destroying the building known as the Confederate ‘Arsenal, with 200 bales of cotton. Loss a million dol- lars. The fire was undoubtedly the work ot an incendiary. BALLS, PARTIES, &. OrvF NAME 1S OUB MOTTO. FIRST GRAND BALL OF THE FRIENDSHIP OLUB, No. 1, Will be given at SEATON HALL, nth and D streets, Corner Ni '. On TUESDAY EVENING, Dec. 5, 1865. TICKETS $1, a tmitting gentleman and ladies. Committee—J. J. Murray, G. St. Olair, 0. A: Miller, W. Forrest, H. L. Beach. A. BE. Woolls, R. 8. Boswell. D. T. Groves, H. Lake, L. Lowe, J. E Doyle, E. Owena. de 3-3¢' ((0ACH-MAKERS INTERNATIONAL UNIO¥ 0. 5. The members of the above-named Associa- tion heg leave to annonnce to their friends and the public generally, thst their FIRST GRAND BALL will bed ober at TEMPERANCE HALL, on the night of the 6th of December, THANKSGIVING EVE. Tickets, he j admitting a gentleman and ladies. By order. _de 1-nt* COM. OF ARRANGEMENTS. TBANKSGIVING BALL. FIRST GRAND BALL OF THE WASHINGTON DISTRICT NATIONAL TRLE GRAPHiC UNION Will be given at Marini’s Assembly Room, E street. between 9th and 10th, on THURSDAY EVENING Dec. 7th. ae can only be obtained at the telegraph offices. The commi‘tee guarantee to make this the grand ball of the season. no ins having been spared to meke it arecherche afi..r. do 1-6t* Tickets TWO DOLLARS, LOST AND FOUND. Leta zerterae, afternoon, a small black and tan DOG, slightly lame in one hind leg; ears cut; had on a leather collar. $5 reward will be paid on his retur msylvania avenue. It* OG LOST—A white POINTER SLUT, with liver colored head and ears, and liver colored spots over the body; answers to name of Kate. A reward of ten dollars will be paid for her returnto 474 lath street, ; BIGELOW, ELLIS & co. de 4 3t N& 10k Is HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PROM- ISSORY NOTE for $336, dated November 22, 135, payable four months after the above date, drawn by Wm. H. Sloan, payable to H. C. Sherman or order. o bearer. was lost on last Saturday even- ipg. All perso re warned against negodasing the same, as payment has been stopped. de 4.3" Came TO MY PREMISES, CORNER OF F and 8th streets east north. a NEWFOUND- BAMD DOG. — se owner can have by proving property and paying charges. de 2-6t* G. F. HOCHBERGER. $20 REWARD.—Strayed or stolen, from = premises, on the 2th ult..one SORBE HORSE. 15 bands high, left front end left hind ‘oot white. The above reward will be given if returned to the corner of New Jersey ave. and B st. north. de 2-2t* P. VIERBUCHEN. OST—On Friday evening, December }, in going from Louisiana avenue to 7th and H streets. a lady's gold BREASTPIN. The finder will be snit- ably rewarded by leaving the same at HM. ROSEN. = oe 384 Pa. avenune, under National Hotel. le 2 $25 REWARD—Lost peteres, , about 20’clock BY P- m..a gold black enamelled DIAMOND IN. Tho finder will receive the above reward by leaving it at St. ries Dining Saloon, B street, bet. 10th and 1th streets. de 2-2t* WM. E. TILLMAN. Gentlemen of the House of Representatives :-—The as unfolding | re.assembling of Congress, marking, as it does, the procession of our national history, is al ways regarded with interest by the people for wnom it is to legislate. But it is not unsafe to say that ™miilious more than ever before, North, South, East, and West, are looking to the Congress wh opens its first session to-day with an earnestness and solicitude unequalled on simi- lar occasions inthe past. The Thirty-eighth Congress closed its constitutional existence with the storm cloud of war still lowering over us. And, uftera nme months’ absence, Congress resumes its legislative authority in these Coun- cil Halls, rejoicing that from shore to shore in our land there is peace. Its duties are as obvious as the snn’s path- ‘way in the heavens. Representing, in its two branches, the States and the people, its first and highest obligation is to guarantee to every State a republican form of Government. The rebellion having overthrown constitutional State governments in many States, it is yours to mature and enact legislation which, with the concurrence of the Executive, shall estab- lish them anew, on such a basis of enduring justice as will guarantee all necessary safe- guards to the people, and afford, what our Magua Charta, the Declaration of Indepea- cence, proclaims is the chief object of Govern- ment—protection to all men in their inalienable rights. The world should witness, in this great work, the most inflexible fidelity; the mostearn- est Gevotion to the principles of liberty and humanity, the truest patriotism, and the wisest tatesmanship. Heroic men by the hundreds of thousands have died that the Republic might live. The embiems of mourning haye darkened White louse and cabin alike. But the fires of civil war haye melted every fetter in the land, and proved the funeral pyre of slavery. It is for you, Representatives, to do your work as faith- tully and as well as did the fearless saviors of the Union on their more dangerous arena of duty. ‘Then we may hope to see the vacant and once abandoned seats around us gradually fill- ing up, until this Hall shall contain Repre- sentatives from every State and Districi, their hearts devoted to the Union for which they are to legislate, jealous of its honor, proud of iis glory, watchful of its rights, and hostile to its enemies. And the stars on our banner that poled when the States they represented ar- d themselves in arms against the nation will shine with a more brilliant light of loyalty than ever before invoking the guidance of Him who hold the Gestinies of nations in the hollow of his hand, I enter again upon the duties of this tr ing position, with a heart filled with gratitude to jou for the unusually flattering manner in Which ithas been bestowed: and cheered by the hope tha: it betokens your cordial support and aesistance in all its grave responsiinlities. | 1m now ready to take the oath of office pre- | seribed by law. ‘The oaths of office wasdministered by Hon. FE. B. Washburne, of Lhnois, the oldest con- | seeutive member of the House. The oaths | Were tben administered to the members present, | by delegations, in order. | Mr. Wilson, of lowa, offered a resolution, de- | claring the following named gentlemen to be officers of the House of Representatives for the jth Congress, and until their successors are duly qualifie “dward McPherson, of Penn- syivania, Clerk; N. G. Ordway Sergeant-at- Arms; Ira Goodenow Doorkeeper; and Josiah Given, Postmaster. ti Mr. Wilson moved a suspension of the rules, objection haying been made from the democrat- ic side. The motion of Mr. Wilson was to. The question recurring on the adoption of the above resolution, it was adopted; yeas 133, nays 36. hese respective officers were then sworn in. The rules of the !ast House were adopted un- til other wise ordered. A committee was ordered to wait on the President and inform him the House is ready ‘o receive any communication he may be Pleased to make. SS CorrEr PLATE ENGRAVING. Visiting, Wedding. Dinner Cards, and Mone- grams engraved at short n HUDSON TAYLOR, de2-1W Hockee —_ 334 Penna. avenue, For SALE—A light EXPRESS WAGON. with top, horse aod harness. Inquire at 295% D street, bet. i2th and 13th ste de 4 3t* SOUTHCOMB. PANNEL .» Wireworkera, Pe Oe are hington. ali kinds of wirework for windows. skylights, & made to order, at the shortest notice. Set iw* "TBE COPARTNERSHIP HERETOFORE E iatt nder the frm is this day dissolved by meat Nae Baad THAYER, 8. The business will be conductet pa: TSATEB. 8.a.T Washirgton, Nov. 27, 1858.,° * TATEB. Agent, 5 REWARD—Strayed, on the 224 ultimo, one 2 RED COW; white on the belly; white star in forehead; part of the left ear cut off: the right ear =a in two places. The finder will receive the above reward upon ei) her to JAMES WHITE, 157 8th street, de 2-3t* between O and P sts. @TRAYED—On the night of the 16th Nover ber, +” & larce-sized, raw-boned, clumsy-footed dark BAY MARE | scar on right neck and left shoulder. Had on a McClellan saddie and U.S. bridle, posed c The poder a ty bles, on G, near 7th street, will be ee reward- ed. je 2-2t* d. ee $1 0 REWARD -Stolen, from Center Market. this worniny; Deccmbe: 24.a small BAY HORSE and WAGON. The horse has a small white spot in center of forehead; body of wagon light green color; bows on it. cover nearly torn off, with exception of a small portion on each side. The above reward w Tbe pei if. the horse and wagon is returned to me at Center Market. -3t* DAVID RAWLINGS. @TRAY COW—A liberal reward will be given for &) the return a COW strayed or sto! these premises on Sunday night last. She dich cow, with atenight, broad horns, an short rope round her neck id has fine teats, one on the behind. 346 K street, between 12th ard 13th. de 1-3t* QTRAYED FROM THE RESIDENCE OF U. 8. + Davis, 459 9th street, a small rat terrier DOG, having on a collar marked Chas, E. Galt, No. 313 F street. between th and 12th streets. Any person returning said dog will be kindly thanked. no 29-tf BOARDING. OAKD AND FURNISHED ROOMS us veigh eo 4-3t* street, between F and G ats. Reo TO LET, with or without board, at No. 76 Indiani bet. Ist and 2d sts. de 4-3t* BoA EDING—Several ladies can be accommo- éated with ROOMS ard BOARD by addressing A.B , Post Office. de 43t" ——————— ON G°op, TABLE BOARD CAN BE OBTAINED H with or witheut rooms, No. 24 Misseuri ave. between 42 and 6th streets, or at 548 Pa. av. between Ist and 2d ets. de 3-1m* A FURNISHED BOOM to one or two gen! men, with BOARD if desired, on moder: terms, within one minutes’ walk of the cars. ply at 21 Ist street, Georgetown. de 2-4t* Bosey, AXD PLEASANT FRONT ROOM ON second floor, suitable for one gentleman, can be hed at 510 Massechusetts avenue, between 4th and 5th sts, de 2-3t* OR RENT—Five ROOMS. le for house- keeping, furnished er unfurnished, with or without Board, near the Capitol aud city railroad. Inguire at No. 3&8 North Capitol street. de2-3t* TAREE BOARDERS can be accommodated at SMART'S Restaurant, No. 151 Pennsylvania avenue. near 37th street. no 30-3w* *URNISHED ROOMS AND BOARD, NG— Pe ean Boe between O and Lowwinas avenue no 2-lw* obtain street, wi \° A few ‘Fable Boarders can also be acc in accommoda- Im* M W. GALT & BROTHER, a + DEALERS IN WATCHES, JEWELRY, SILVER AND PLA- ED WARE, MILITARY AND FANCY Goons, GUNS, PISTOLS. &c., 354 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, Near Mernorovitan (Late Brown's) Horat, Are now opening 8 large stock of LONBON, GENEVA, AND AMERICAN DIAMOND, PEABL,conaL, VA 7°HES: And all other styles of Jewelry. SILVER TEA SETS, SPOONS, FORKS AND FANCY SILVER WARE, Suitable for Wedding Presents. RICH PLATED WARE, PARIS FANCY Goons, FANS, COMBS, AND OPERA GLASSES, PEESENTATION SWORDS, —; SASHES, SHOULDER STRAPS, _ PISTOLS, &c. S27 WATCHES AND CHRONOMETERS care- fully repaired. W. M. GALT & BROTHER, no 0 6t Jewellers, 354 Pennsylvania ave. CC ee 7 SOCOND EDINION, 4 O'CLOCK P. M. GOVERNMENT SECURITIES. Wasuineton, December 4, 1865. Jay Cooke & Co. furnish the following quo- tations of Government securities : Buying. Selling. U. 8. 6's Cou) 1881 .. “WG LOT U.S. Five Twenties, 1862 101K U.S. Five Twenties, 1964... ig U.S. Five Twenties, 1965. 99 U.S. Ten Forties ....04. ot One-year Certi! 8 NEW YORE FIRST BOARD SALES. Coupons,107; Five Twenties, 1862, 1014; Five Twenties, 1864, 994; Five Twenties, 1865, 99; Ten Forties, 904; Certificates, 97%; Gold, 148.4. ——__-o+e-_—_. CONGRESS. ig THE OPENING SCENES—INTERESTING PRO- OEEDINGS. The Capitol was densely crowded by visi- tors to-day, for the purpose of witnessing the opening scenes of Congress. Since last session considerable improvement has been made to the interior, and the halls begin to assume their intended appearance. The old railing and wallwhich obstructed the passage from the rotunda to the Congressional library has been removed, and a neat white marble railing sub- stituted. inthe rotunda, several new paint- ings are displayed, but the ceiling is gtill un- finished, a platform, used by the artists en- gagedin painting the upper portions of the arch, obstructing the view into the apex of the dome. The siaircase leading to the top of the dome is completed, and a number of parties, for the first time, climbed to the lofty height, to obtain a view of the city and its enyirons. The passage from the eastern portico of the south wing to the Hall of Representatives is also finished, adding very much to the beauty of that portion of the building. The oid Hall in its new dress presents a very fine appearance. The floor of marble tile is all laid down, and several busts of distinguished men are mounted on pedestals within the high bronze railing which borders the narrow pas- sage. A new carpet, imported from France, has been put down on the floor of the House, and new furniture bas been added to many of the adjacent apartments, With the exception cf the increased number of desks for members, the Hall presents, however, the same appear- ance as last winter, the carpet being light green, with small orange-colored stars. No change is noticeable in the Senate wing. By 12 o'clock all the corridors surrounding the Hall of big Cheng corp) were blocked uy by the throng, hundreds making strenuous of forts to force a passage into the reporters’ gal- lery, which by great exertion on the part of tha doorkeeper, was preserved exclusively for the members of the press. The families of r pre- sentatives ot foreign governments filled the gallery assigned to the diplomatic corps, many being compelled to stand in tbe aisle and door- way. During the call of the roll by the Clerk of the House, the space in rear of the members’ desks was occupied by a crowd of visitors, whom the doorkeepers were unable to eject. There were quite a number of Southern Re- presentatives present, most of them taking Seats among the other members. As the Clerk was calling the roll of the mem- bers from New York, Mr. Maynard, of Ten- nessee, rose to speak, but was prevented from proceeding by the Clerk, who stated that no remarks at that time were in order. At the conclusion of the callof the roll, Mr. Morrill, of Vermont, moved that the House proceed to the election of Speaker. Mr. Maynard again attempted to be heard, but was silenced by cries of order. Mr. Brooks, of New York, pro- tested against the refusal to hear Mr. Maynard, and spoke at considerable length, claiming that if Tennessee was not a State of the Union, and if Maynard was to be regarded as an alien, the President of the United States, a citizen of Ten- nessee, was also an alien and an usurper. He also demanded that the members from Vir- ginia and Lonisiana should be admitted, and denounced the refusal of the House as des- potiem. . Mr. Brooks was frequently called to order during his remarks by Mr. Stevens, of Penn- sylvania, and others, and finally asked Mr. Stevens when he proposed to consider the question. Mr. Stevens replied that he “pro- posed to consider it at the proper time.” The response elicited considerable mg cerry from the members and spectators. Mr. Brooks then moved as an amendment to the motion for an election of Speaker that Mr. Maynard be al- lowed to make his statement. This was loudly objected to. After further discussion of a similar nature, the election of Speaker was ordered. Mr. Mor- rill, of Vermont, nominated Mr. Colfax, and Mr. Winfield, of New York, nominated Mr. Brooks, of the same State. THE NATIONAL DEBT. The monthly statement of the public debt, now issued for the month of November last by Mr. Secretary McCulloch, presents a remark- able improvement in our financial affairs, Wise and judicious management, and whole. some economy, haye produced a marvelous re- duction in current expenses, and largely in- creased the public revenue. The Secretary of the Treasury has good reason for congratula- ton on the wisdom he has displayed in the successful management of the fiuancial de- partment of the Government. Some of his projects were severely criticised by many who indulged in evil predictions as to the results. ‘These persons may now see the signal success of these efforts by the great reduction of the na- tional debt in the short space of time which has elapsed since the cessation of the rebellion. Be!ow is given the most important items of the statement for November: Am’t outstanding. Debt bearing inter- est in coin..... Debt bearing inter’st in lawful mone: Debt on which in’ est has ceased... Debt bearing no te Interest. $1,167 169,941.80 368,032,275.50 1,177 ,531,149.10 — 70,854,679.79 1,187 680.83 968,744,743.58 314 75 $138.805.958.29 425 349,326 167 012,141 $625 ,290,438 Total... A CURIOUS PRESENT. One of our Consuls in England sent tothe De- partment a somewhat novel article, which is to be presented to the President. It seems to bea device adopted to indicate the English opinion on American affairs, and consists of two stone rings linked together, cut trom a solid piece of sand stone. The rings are about ten inches in diameter and contains the following sentence carved and painted on their sides :—“The link of the people, North and South, should be Unity, 1863!" ——— INTERNAL REVENUE APPOINTMENTS. The President made the following appoint- ments on the 2d inst.:—Mr. L.G. Huntley, tobe Assessor of Internal Revenue for the third dis- trict of Lowa. Mr. J. A. Sash, to be Collector of Internal Revenue for the second district of the State of North Carolina. Mr. Francis W. Sykes, tobe Direct Tax Commissioner for the trict of the State of Alabama. Albert H. Latimer, to be Direct Tax Commissioner for the district of the State of Texas, ——$——_—_________ SUPREME COURT. The Supreme Court of the United States met this morning, all the judges present. After calling atthe White House and paying their respects to President Johnson, accompanied by Hon. D. S. Gooding, U. S. Marshal, his dep uty, G. W. Phillips, Esq., and the Clerk of the Court, Mr. D. W. Middleton. the Court ad- journed until 11 o’clock to-morrow, when they will enter upon the business of the term. WINDER, DUNCAN, AND GEE. These notorious State prisoners left this city under guard on Saturday evening last. Winder is sent to Richmond, Va., and is turned over to Ge Terry, in command there. Duncan epree Savannah, Ga., and Gee to Raleigh, TREASURY REDEMPTIONS. During the week ending Saturday, the 2d inst., certificates of indebtedness amounting to $951,850 were redeemed by the Treasury De- partment, and mutilated National currency destroyed to the amount of $295,400, een it NATIONAL BANKS. There are now in operation 1,613 National Banks. But one was established Iast week, the First National Bank of Augus' with i capital of $500,000. ‘The tata amount of Nav tional Bank currency issued by the Treasury Department up to date 1s $221,558.050. pa di Me ake a i Person AL.—Hon. Chas. E. Phelps, Md.; Hon. 'W. L. Sharkey, Miss.; Hon. R. OC. Wickliffe, Ia; Hon. John Ray, La.; Hon. Jno. E. King, ; Hon. ‘A. J. Rogers: N. J. Hon. Davis, Va.; Hon. Jacob Barker, La.; Hop. nj. L. Cu Oregon, a vith Mich.; T. Davis, Mass.; Hon. W. D. McIndoe, Wis.; Hon. L. M. Morrill, Me.; Hon, Alex. Ramsey, Minn.; are the National. TELEGRAPHIC NEWS, LATER FROM SOUTH AMERICA. ry The Chilian War. New York. Dec. 4.—Advyices from Valparai- 80 to the Ist of November, give a vivid picture of the excitement prevailing in Chili in regard to Spenish aggression, in declaring a blockade of six ports. The Government bas ordered all the Spanish residents to Valparaiso, where they can be un- der the vigilance of the authorities. The trans- f{-r of Spanish property or assets is forbidden. Foreigners in Chili sre decided in support of the Government. The Diplomatic Corps resi- dent in Ganhoys have expressed their approv- al of the protest of Chili to Spain. The Germans in the province of Atacoma haye voluntarily renounced all exemption from taxes, to which as foreigners they had aright Preparations for war are being vig- orously carried on From Fortress Monroe. Fortress Monnox. Dec. 4.—The steamer Annie, which left for New York yesterday, bas returned here on account of bad weather. The English brig Victory, from Liverpool for Richmond, is age = bilged at Linhaven Bay. The cargo is landing. The schooner Estelle, from Albany for Rich- mond, is ashore at the same place. The cargo is landing. The vessel is in good order. The English ship Simons, from Liverpool tor Baltimore, is ashore at Bendy Island. The ship Glasgow, from East Indies for Bal- timore, is ashore twenty miles south of Cape Henry. The steamship Niagara arrived from New York. Interestirg New York, Dec. 4th.—The latest advices from Honduras by way of San Salvador report notable political chanzes. The insurrection in the Department of Olan- cbo has terminated. The Congress of the Republic of Honduras has decided to abolish the Senate Chamber. The reason given is that the country is essen- tially democratic, and an upper House or Sen- ate isnct deemed necessary. All members of Con, ay henceforth will be of equal political rank. Francisco Say Francisco, Dec. 4.—Tradeis very dull. The rainy season has interrupted transporta- tion to the interior, while the western market is stocked with goods. The leading imports are unchanged in price. Any pressure to sell them would cause a decline. Freights dull; money plenty; stocks depressed. New York Markets. New York, Dec. 4. 1 o’clock.—Cotton dull at 50 cents, Flour declined 10 cents—Southera 39 to $15.25; Wheat 1 cent lower; Corn dull; Beef quiet; Pork firm; Whiskey firm; Lard dull. 2 LOCAL NEWS. Solna Sil SSL Tur REPORTED YELLOW FevER CASES ON TRE STONEWALL.—The funeral of the late Isaac B. Fort, son of Rev. W. S. Fort, took place at his father's residence yesterday after- noon. Mr. Fort was a third assistant engineer in the Navy, and had arrived here in the Stone- wall, trom which ship he was removed on Friday evening, being then yery sick with a fever, which was accompanied by symptoms pronounced by the medical officers on board to be yellow fever, and died on Saturday morn- ing. This, we believe, is the only case of death that has oecurred among the Stonewall’s com- plement since her arrival here, although one other died in Hayana. Some of the crew were notin good heaith when they left Annapolis to join the Stonewall, but when the vessel went out of commission on Saturday there was no sickness among them. The Stonewall bas been hauled out in the stream, that she might be thoroughly venti- lated and cleansed before she is thrown open to visitors. This order was given previous to the sickness of Mr. Fort, being deemed necessary by the Department as a precautionary measure, as the Stenewall had been lying im the port of Havana during most of the summer. It is reported that a fireman had died on board, and that others are sick with fever, but such is not the cases Since the Stonewall’s arrival the Farragut court martial, the officers of the yard, anda few others only have been on board, she lying in the stream most of the time, (having iaid at the wharf but one day) preventing the public from going on her. —_e——_ Navy Yarp—Further Reduction of the Force.— This morning, a further reduction of the num- ber of workmen in the Navy Yard was made under the recent orders, by the discharge of 64 from the boiler shop; 14 from the iron foundry; and 8 from the pattern shop. The Department has directed that hereafter, in the employment of quartermen, one shall be allowed to every 25 workmen employed out doors, and 40 in doors, instead of 20, as now, in shop or out. The Hornet (formerly the blockade runner Lady Sterling) left on Saturday for New York, where she will be sold—about one-half of the Stonewall’s crew having first been transferred to ber, that vessel going out of commission. The new gunboat Augusta, lately built atthe Messrs. Denmead’s ship yard in Baltimore, ar- rived on Saturday ‘rnoon in tow of two tugs, and lies in the stream awaiting an oppor- tunity to haulin and receive*her machinery and outfit. She is about the size of the Khode Island, and is a fine looking specimen of marine architecture. ae A PuBLic Want.—Editor Star: Will the Star lease hint tothe Washington and Georgetown Railroad Company the desirability of extend- ding their track from the vicinity of the Wal- lach School House to the Congréssional Ceme- tery, for the benefit of the numbers who de- sire to visit that place, especially ladies and children. The want of such a mode of con- veyance is shown by the inconveniences to which the throngs of visitors there are put, es- pecially when in bad weather they are obliged to pick their way along the center of the street, (or rather road,) subjected to be run over by fast drivers. The Congressional Cemetery is so much a matter of public interest, aside from the number of 8 resorting there to visit the resting place of relatives and friends, that the running of cars to the Cemetery would be A paying investment to the company. SUBSCRIBER. ee ee ee CrrmivaL Court, Judge Fisher—The De. cember term of the Criminal Court was con- vened this morning, Judge Fisher on the bench; but no’jurors having been summoned, there being no ballots in the box to draw from, the court adjourned to Monday next. Mr. Wm. A. Mulloy, recently one of the Mar- shal’s deputies, has been 4B pereny crier of the court by the entire bench, in place of Mr. Den- nison, and from his long experience about the court-house will prove a valuable officer. Itis stated that before the requisite number of jurors can be procured legally, Congress must pases special act: and that an effort will be made to procure the passage of an act this week providing that jurors may be obtained, and the business of the term commenced on Monday next. —e——__ New Boaton THE ALEXANDRIA Rovre.— The steamer Winnissimmit, designed for the Washington and Alexandria route, arrived here this morning at 10 o'clock, after a pleasant trip of twenty-four bours from Baltimore. Though recently in the use of the Government, she can be called com: ively new, having recently undergone a thorough repair, and her speed, as shown by her trip from Baitimore, is adequate to the accommodation of the travel- ing public. She was brought around in charge o aspecial party, invited to undertake the trip by our pubic spirited fellow-ditizen, Mr. John Van Riswick, and the success of the trip is the best evidence of the fidelity with which they performed their duties, After an auspicious entry into Washington, we can only wish the Winnissimmit a career of success. SD ST SvusPicion oF Ansoy.—Catherine Buckley ‘was atrested last night by Sergeant Gessford on suspicion of setting fire to the stables owned by Patrick Leary and Daniel Buckley, which was destroyed by fire between nine and ten o’elock. The property was located at the cor- ner of 3d street west and Virginia avenue. The necused is the wife of one of the owners, and the evidence so far is simply that she threatened to burn the stables. She is held for further hearing. _* InqvestT.—Yesterday morning, Coroner Woodward held an inquest in view of the body ofanewly born white male infant, found in Mr. Samuel Wroe's premises, corner 26th and K streets west, by & colored servant of the family. The jury returned a verdict that the child came to its death through wilful neglect at the time of its birth, or that it was placed where it was found, to perish, by some person unknown to the jury. —e——-. \ CENTRAL GuaRp-Hovsz Uaszs.—Thornton ‘Monzer, passing counterfeit $50 note; for trial. Charles John Hughes, murder; jail for court. Haleman, picking pockets; dismissed. Patrick McCabe, drunk; . Thos. ene a James Hifer, do. Jas. Thomas, do.; workhouse. Jno. Schmidt, disorderly; dismissed. John G. Auld, tying horses to a fence; $3. Tiered, i ia eeedeeeeemeaeeiieeeeeeemees eee P RUTTER AND EGGs, RIME BOLL BUTTER, Fresh RGGS. recel daily, For saleby D. E. DUTROW 0 50-61" 450 Eighth st, Affairs in Georgetown. Tre CAwAL.—Arrived—boats H. Wade, with limestone to Godey and Bheem,; Peter Heinos, hay and pork to market; Fhedoardo, times’ one to do., and seventeen boats loaded with coni, consigned to Cumberland Uo., 962.5 tons, Hamp - shire and Baltimore Co., 444.6 tens; Borden Co., 223.18 tons; Central Co., 396 11 fons; American Co., 106.9 ; New Hampshire (0:, 114.18 tons, Departed—Boats 0. T. Snoffer, seét to Notand Ferry; Morrison, assorted freight to Wonrad’s Pony; B. H. Boteler, salt to Knoxville, and i5 bnats 3 Tre River.—The wharves look more cheer. fal since the cause of delay at the Lorg Bridge has been removed, and the vessels which were lying in the river below have been able to reach the harbor. The prespect is fair for se» average shipment of coal this week, as vessels are loading at all the docks, and others are waiting their turn. Firourn ayp Grain Market.—The market opened this morning with a demand princi- pally for supplies for the locs) trade, the in- quiry being for high grades. The price list is bout the same as at the close of last week For Supers, $9 to $9.25; Extras, $10 to $10.50, according to quality and reputation of brands Grain—Wheat, good red, $2.15882.17; Prime, £2.20; White, none offered; but common to good Js quoled nominally at $2.20 to $2.30, ranging to Lw, a rding to quality; Corn, in the ear, $4 per bbl.; New and Uid Shelled, 8 to 58 cts per bushel, according to quality. Pork.—Large lots of coun continue toarrive. Dealers are careful in making their purchases, and will not buy any bot such as is evidently recently slaughtered. Quite a num- ber of hogs, which had been slaughtered too long, were rejected this morning. The paying price with wholesale deslers is $12 per io pounds. Smali lots are sold by them at i3a14 cents per pound. Poxt oF GrorckTowN.—Entered—Steamer Balumore, Lewis, from w York; schooners Clara, Barret, Richmond; W.H. Kengie, so- per, New York. Cleared—Sechooner Perita, Smith, tor Bergenport; W. H. Kengle, Soper, Alexandria. CLOTHING! — Fre GOOD BARGAINS! BAR & BROTHER, streets, are selling off their large ock, Comsixting of. Men's Business Suits of ail descriptions, Frock and Sack Overcoats, Fine Black Dress Suits - A well assorted stock of Boys’ and Gents’ Suits and Uvercoats, Also. a large stock of Furnishing Goods, fc, ata moderate price Our old patrons and aleo strangers must not for get that to get a well made and well fitting Sait aod a tair and good — call at the well- knows store cormer 7t nts. BAR & BROTRER Also. Clotbing made to order. Stere closed on Saturdays until 5. pm de4im* BBX THOS. DOWLING, Auct., Georgetown.” VERY DESIRABLE AND VALUABLE IM FN tS eae IN GEORGETOWN, On WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, Dec 13th, at 4 o'clock p. m., I will sell, in front of the premises, that very desirable property fronting 42 feet ches em between Congress and W i m streets. and running back 120 feet, and ad- ‘elas wz the residence of Dr. Riley ani Jeukin b Esq, and commanding ove of the finest views in the town. The improvements consist of a large two story frame dwelling house. ‘Terme: One-third cash; balance in six and twelve months, with interest, secured by a deed of trust on the property. Conveyancing and stamps at the cost of the pur- “= h — THOS. DOWLING, Anct. dea TRUE! TRUE! TRUE! ra NO HUMBUG! Entire Steck of BOOTS AND SHOES Must be gone by the Ist of January. L. HEILBRUN & BRO. Corner 7th and jay street. 506 SEVENTH STREET, One door south ef Odd Fellows’ Hall, Will only for one month longer sell off their well selected Stock at the following low rates: Men's Pegged CALF BOOTS, $4 and @5. Men's Sewed CALF BOOTS, §5. Men's Heavy Sewed CALF BOOTS, 7, Grain and Kip BO@TS. $4 up. Boy's Grain, Kip and Calf BOOTS, at all prices Men's BROGANS and BALMORALS, 62. Men's Sewed GAITERS, 8 Children’s Copper-Toe 5! 1. Ladies’ Glove-Kid BALMOBKALS, 93.0. Ladies’ Glove Kid Polish BALMORALS, rt Ladies’ Moreceo Bewed BOUTS, $2. Ladies’ Morocco Pegeed BOOTS, $1 @ Ladies’ White Kid SLIPPERS, $2.0. Ladies’ Cloth and Carpet SLIPPERS, $1. Ladies’ Rubber SHOES, $1 15. Mens’ do. do., 21.40. Misses and Children's SHOES of all styles TRUNKS and VALICES at prices to snit. Thie is the last chance for Bargains, therefore call soon at HEILBRUN'S, 506 Seventh street, de 2-Im* Stone Steps at Entrance. SREAT BARGAIN —A comparatively small 1 table HOUSE, contain- ing 6 — a between J3t! 13dq streets, m A equare Willards’ Botel; would make a good business stand fora light business. Must be sold by the isth of mber.or it will be sold at public sale to the highest bidder, as the owner has left the city For farther information cali on or address ALLISON NAILO: NAILOR & BRO.’S Livery hear lsth, opposite Grover's de 2-68 SHIRTS, oa at $2.60, $8, $3.50, $4, $4.50, Bs, with a pare aomeetmnent of if GEN “Ss UNDER GARMENTS, of all qualines. AT LOW AND UNIFORM PRICES. A MEASUKES TAKEN, and woo te pie org te order in the best style, and warran! to a WALL. STEPHENS & CO., 322 cheng Ai 5 venue, dec 2-2wif Betw J0th streets: T W 42581NG ‘ON MARKE SILLE KILLEN & HAV NER, No. 413 H street, between 12th and 15th streets. KILLEN & HAVE ER beg leave to call the of their frienos, members of C z re 4 i phia Priot and nd Extra Meal. Hominy, Soda, Water, 8: cities and Ginger Bnap Cakes. ¢ Beef Tongues, Smeked Beef, yw table taburdance. They also call attentien of fam ilies to their eteck ef five hundred live Turkeys, which they wil} sell either live or dressed, chasers may desire. Best Oysters 2) cheaper than apy other house in the have also made arrangements to be sup Game of all kinds from the West, whieh they sell on commission. Don’t fail to give them a cali, at No 413 H street, between I2th and 13th streets. P.8.—A delivered of bene TE any ie a=_* Chere. Family Y NAGLE & ©O Anctioncers Sales-rooms Ni - 267 Pennsylvania avenue, corner of 1ith street. Nagle & Co wil! give their personal attention to the sale of Real Estate and Honsehold Furniture at the residence of families declining howsekor nc Alero. to the sales of stocks ef Groceries and Mer chandise of every description, Horses, Carriages, Harness, &c. dec Ly Brace TEa. 20 chests of hich srade OOLONG TEA just in to which we are selling at price of our standard ‘83 We recommend it to onr customers. KING & BURCHELL T no corner isthat and Verinont «+ FeRS FURS I “a ‘We have now on consignment froma New York Honsea larce stock of LADIES and CHILDRENS FURS of every description, which York manufacturing prices. LANSBUBGH & BR... _o 25-1m 375 und 515 Seventh street N2W DBESS AN 1 CLOAK MAKING ESTAB- LISHMENT. Branch of Madame Dean, of New York city, now open at Madame F. Borde’s French Millinery, No 356 Pennsylvania avenue, between 6th and 7th sts. over Mr. James Y. Davis’ Hat Store, offer at New | | _