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. gentleman from N. C., the question if he was for peace on any other terms as a basis, other than the acknowledgement of the independence of the Confederate States. To which he replied: I am for peace upon the basis of the acknowledgement of the Confederacy if it can be obtained, but if not, I am for peace on the best terms I can get it short of subjugation.--[Sensation.] Mr. Staples, said that he was not satisfied with the answer, and was proceeding, to address the House, but Mr. Atkins, of Tenn., objected on the ground that debate would be unprofitable, (with that exception, the consent of the House was unanimous,) and the subject was dropped. Mr. Henly, of Florida, introduced a bill providing for the consolidation of regiments reduced below the legal standard. Referred. Mr. Blandford--A bill to authorize persons who have been detailed on Government work to draw rations the same as soldiers. Referred. Mr. Rodgers, of Florida--Bill supplementary to the act to