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nn., May 8. --Wheeler's division of rebel cavalry has moved from its position on our left, and advanced in force to Livingston, with the evident intention of falling upon Carter, who is reported in the vicinity of Jamestown. This cavalry force is very formidable, and the movement is looked upon as serious. Bragg's infantry maintains its position, with the intention of occupying our attention and to prevent a detachment being sent below to interfere with Wheeler's rans. Franklin, Tenn., May 10.--A flag of truce from Spring Hill to-day reports Van-Dorn's death confirmed. He was shot by Dr. Peters, not Major Cherry. There had long been an undue intimacy between Mrs. Peters and General Van- Dorn. Dr. Peters escaped to Nashville. A letter from Columbia to the Rebel says three transports and two gunboats, descending the Tennessee river on the 27th of April, were attacked by Col. Woodward, and the transports were sunk. The gunboat escaped. Progress of Gen.
Servants for hire. --I have for hire two young men, accustomed to driving and farm work; also two boys and a house girl, which I will hire low for the balance of the year. Apply at No S Franklin at, to James Mooke Agent for Hiring servants. my 16--2t*