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Southern Congress.


Montgomery, March 8.
--Mr. Clayton introduced a bill to establish an Admiralty Court at Key West.

Mr. Sharron introduced a resolution inquiring into the condition of the Custom-House at New Orleans.

Mr. Conrad introduced a communication proposing a change in the law regulating boats.

The Army bill was passed. It was reported that 50,000 men will soon be ready for the field.


[Second Dispatch]

Montgomery, March 9.
--Congress did nothing in public.

It is understood that the permanent Constitution will be completed to-night or Monday, and that a recess will follow.

The reported announcement of a Commissioner to Europe was premature. It is believed that none will be confirmed until the Conference at Washington has been concluded.

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