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Fatal shell explosion.

--An explosion of shell occurred yesterday afternoon at the corner of Sixth and Canal streets, which resulted in the loss of both arms of a negro employed in the Government works at that place. Another negro, employed at the same place, was severely injured; but up to a late hour he was considered out of danger.

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