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Headquarters Department of the Gulf. 86372473 New Orleans, La., , 187 I am directed by the President to say reports from New Orleans that wires will be cut to-night and an attack made upon Packard party to-morrow. The rumor may be idle but every precaution should be taken to preserve peace. Should there be no communication with you to-morrow the greatest apprehensions will be felt here Report will be by telegraph.