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OF the melancholy visitation but we have not heard
of more than eight
A high hill overlooking English Harbor, on the >.
W. side OF Antigua fell into the harbor, and so OBJ
structed II as to render it useless.
SABA-Ibc injury sustained is confined TO some
cisters walls, and masses Of rocks breaking oil iron,
the mountain tops
ST. EusTArUs.-The shock was very severe, II
continued upwards of four minutes. Several build
ings badly injured, the principal of which are the
Dutch and Methodist churches, both much damaged.
ST BARTHoLoMEw.-Tne shock was severe, pre-
ceded by rumbling noise, the inmates of the houses
rushed into the streets during this scene of coniu-
sion the earth opened and closed in central part OF
the town through the aperture the water issued hav
ing stagnant and sulphurous smell-he opening yet
remains the Methodist Chapel, several stone build
lngs and wharyes are much injured-the water in the
harbor became discoloured
ST. CHRIsropHER suffered to considerable ex-
tent the shock was severe, injuIng many buildings,
and threatening destruction to the wretched inhabi-
ANTS, who fled to the public squares terror stricken at
the appalling event-severa of the public buildings
are destroyed, among which the Anglican Church
of distressing casualties it is only recorded, that one
female persisted and several persons received inju-
res, but who were, from last accounts, recovering.
NEyIs.-T'he shock was severely felt in different
parts OF the town-arge rents appeared from which
water was seen to issue the inhabitants succeeded in
getting out Of their dwellings previous to their falling
buildings totally destroyed, the remainder untenanta-
ble-no particulars yet arrived of the loss of life.
Observation-Disclosures by several arrivals agree in
stating that Island to have been enveoped in
smoke dust if thrown up by the eruption of vol
cano; vessel who happened to be within couple Of
miles from the land at the time of the shock received
on her deck some of the falling cnder lava, the
sea around was agtaed with extraordinary violence,
the master and crew considered the vessel in immi
nent danger from these circumstances considera-
BILE degree of apprehension exist respecting the fate
Of that Island
BAssETERRE-The shock was severe but Of short
duratlon-the injury sustained consist of some walls,
few building and sugar works.
ST. VNcENr.-The report received from this
Island states that the shock was experienced in a
slight degree, consequently no injury of any impor
lance.
AT SEA.-An American vessel on her voyage to
st. Crox at distance Of 500 miles experienced the
shock in manner, if the vessel had struck
on some shoals, run against wreck these state
ments prove the wide and extensive range of country
embraced within this fearful calamity.
ST. THoMAs.-No damage was done, beyond the
breaking of crockery, glass, SC.
MARIE-GALANTE.-Thi island has suffered severe
y in the destruction of buildings but the extent of
the damage is not known.
JAMAIcA.-No damage done. 1t is even said the
earthquake was not felt there at all.
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speak we'll Of every wclniended effort 70 take such
steps as shall give an open manifestation of their con
6dence As belonging to adverse political party,
said freely at the moment Of the first veto of Presi-
dent TYLER upon the Bank, that he deserved much
credit om Democrats for that act alone, as would
the bes political friend for doing every thing that we
might solicit or expect have so treated him, pure
ly acc cunt of his yetoes 10 Unjust and impolitc
measures projected by the ultra Wings. All he has
done, in addition, advances him still beyond some OF
those who sacrifice little by gong with US, and who
lose no friends by doing their whole duty.
have written other gentlemen on the subject OF
your proposed Convention, and will trouble you no
further than to subscribe myself,
With much pec
Yours aud the Committees
Most obedient servant,
ISAAC HILL.
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large portion Of his DID, but cheated and deceived
friends OF 1910, who have listened TO the msrepre-
sensations of his enemies, will again rally 10 his
Standard snd press him on TO victory
Permit me to propose the following sentiment
The Constitution, as ii is.--May the harmonious
operations Of It's machless machinery never meet
vi serious Interruptions from the ntrgues and per-
yerseness of designing men; and the Head of the
Government who obeys It's sublime mandates regard
less OF personal consequences, and in opposition TO
the rawlings of faction and party dica,ion, always
meet with that just and glorious reward which an
honest and faithful public servant deserves at the
hands of his counrymen.
am, with respect, your ob't servant,
SmAs REED.
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NAVY AGENTS OrFIcE.


WAsuNGroN, MARCH lth 1913
DROP OSALS will be received at this office until
J O'Clock on Monday, the Goth of the present
month"; for the delivery upon the wharf at the Navy
lard in this city of fourteen hundred cords of best
quality seasoned pine wood, to be measured and in
spected by the proper officer Of the yard, at the
pense of the contractor
The delivery must be commenced by the fifteenth
day OF April ensuing, and be completed by the first
day OF October following, payment will be made for
each two hundred cords delivered, if desired, de-
Quoting thercfrom ten per cent till the contract IS
closed.
WIN. B. SCOTT, Mary .3genL
mar lJ-dt20
ROLL BUTTER, CLOVER SEED, BACON &c.
TUST received and for sale in quantities 10 suit
y purchasers at reduced prices
5000 lbs. prime Bacon, hog round, small sizes,
1900 lbs prime fresh Roll Butter
80 bushels prime Ohio Clover Seed,
$50 Bacon Hams, small size,
20 bags superior green Rio Coffee,
do. White Laguayra Coffee,
10 kegs No. / Lard, very good,
500 lbs. Loaf and Lump Sugar, price 10 to l2a
600 lbs. Cod Fish, best quality, retail 3 cents
10 dozen Corn Brooms,
3 do Painted Buckets, and
/ bale Of Candle Wick.
The above goods will be sold very low, for cash
only, by J. LlPSCOMB,
Georgetown, DC.
march l6-3l# Globe
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march 20-dtI7A
AGENCY AT WASHINGTON.
j. G. SPENCER,

a Mos KENDALL and JOHN f. KENDALL
"A offer their services TO such may have business
with the Government Of the following description,
viz;
Obtaining contracts from the Post Office and other
Executive Departments
Procuring patents, and other business competed
with the Patent Office.
Procuring pensIons-revolutionary army and ma
w; and other business in relation thereto.
Settlement of accounts, whether with the State,
Treasury, War, Navy, or Post Office Departments.
Prosecuting Of claims against the Goycrnme t,
whether or lands, other property, money, before
any of the Ex cuve Departments or Congress.
Our office is in Todd's rooms number TO- where
JoBN f. kENDALL will be found during business
hours AMOS KENDALL will also attend at the
office TO consult and advise, and will prepare
cases for presentation to the Departments to Con
press His knowledge OF the forms and details Of
public business derived from service in the public
Offices will enable him to perform this service IN the
most effective manner and those who ntrust us with
business may rely upon TIE utmost prompttnde, and
the use of all proper TO bring it to successful
issue Our charges will be moderate, depending for
their amount on the nature of the case.
Persons at distance will find it much cheaper TO
employ us in any business they may have with the
Government than 10 come to Washington themselves.
We will also attend to the purchase, sale, or ex-
change of real property in c District and the West
ern States using our best endeayors proGably 10
servt a who will furnish us with accurate dgscrip-
tons of the kind Of property wanted to be purchased,
or proposed to be sold or exchanged.
All letters on business should be addressed TO
Messrs. Kendall & Co., agents, and must be post
pa ID. "
AMOS KENDALL,
march l8-1y JOHN f. KENDALL.
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ID ICHARD POLLARD has resumed the practice
II of the law. He will attend the Courts of Al
bemarle Buckingham, Nelson and Amherst He
also offers his services for the adjustment of claims
upon the Government He will 60 TO Washington
whenever business entrusted to his may require
him to do so. Having been a merchant, as well as
lawyer he considers himself well prepared to settle
accounts seven years residence in Chill, as Uni
ted States Charge d'Ataires has given him know.
edge Of the Spanish character and Spanish language
which will be useful in the furthorance and settle.
men Of business in oopncxion with these subjects
His Post Office is Warren, Albemarle county, Viz
ginia mar l5-waw
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CLEVELAND, 10th March, IS43.
To John Fowler /:

To John FOwler
Sir The note Of yourself and others, requesting
me to attend your Mass Meeting, in the CT OF New
York, on the 18th Instant, received by Mrs MUIR
ply after left home to attend similar meetings IN
Canton and this place.
Those Mass Meetings of our citizens nave Deen
he'd and have nominated John Tyler for the Pre- ST.
dency in lS44 as the Democratic candidate-re-
spending to the nomination in New Jersey
leave here tomorrow for New York, IN compiI-
ance with your request, and hope to be with you on
the 18Th instant.
You will please TO accept for yourself and the gen.
tlemen acting with you, every consideration of my
respect and esteem
Your obedient servant,
w g MURPHY
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NEW Music
march l7-d1m

NEW MUSIC
lust received the following pieces Of New Mu-
y sic at tie old established store two doors east of
10Th street, Pennsylvania Avenue.
w. FISCHER.
OH ask me notify G. Meineke.
Bird upon the gentle sprsy-by w. z. King.
Bell eco della scozia-by Sodor Milon
Beeswings and Fish, a humorous glee--by Dell
man
From the Alps the horn resouuding-by II. Proch.
See ye, Love, yon broad OAK climbing-Nottuno,
for two voices
Thou hast wreathed Spe-by Mrs Hamilton.
Loves Faith--by w. A. King.
As the Dewdrop Night lets iall-by II. a. kock.
Would were among the Mountains-by ID. c..
You.
Yes, will share with thee, my Lovely w. J..
Lemon
Come wander with me, duett-by 5. Nelson.
You'll not leave me, Dear, comic duett--by Mr..
Walcott
Fain we'd know where Cupid slceps--by rs,
Hamilton.
Cedar Grove Waltz-by Z. F. Spott.
g. zelle Waltz.
Ernestine waltz by Joseph Labitzky.
Ostrich Feather grand waltz and gallop, 10y Strauss
New York Fusers waltz, by +. IA. Brown.
Pesther Waller, by Joseph Launcr
Francona waltz by +. J. Ha0ner.
Furioso galloppe, by Joseph Labritzky.
Grand March, by J. II. Creighton
Bell eco della Scotia, arranged for the Guitar.
Variations celebrated barcaroe of &. X. We
ber--arranged a Duet by II. Herr.
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COLUMBUS, Ono, March 10th, l843.


GENTLEMEN: Infrmty Of health, supvradded to
official and other cares, has delayed this acknow-
ledgment of your favor Of the 2lst ult, inviting me
I" to attend a mass meeting which is 10 be held at
Military Hail." in the city Of New York, on the 18Th
instant to nominate Mr. Tyler for the Presidency"
The same causes which have concurred to defer
thi, reply, Will deny the satlsiact'oo OF co-opera
ting wi you in person on the APP reaching and inte-
resting occasion. But because absence IS enforced
upon me by other and special duties, do not feel The
less, as q republican cillz IN, our common obgatio.
to our country, our constitution, to the safety OF
American liberty, and to the great and good man
whose you are earnestly espousins, because
with these it is closely Identified. We have every
gh and powerful motive, gentlemen, 10 simulate
eXeron and encourage hope, in respect to the object
at which you aim. Dark and dreary, indeed are the
promises of the future TO country, II your Patri-
oc efforts are destined to failure. Ii our .oun-
trymen shall fail to vndcae the strength and invio-
Ia plity of their CONSTITUTIONS IN the severe trial 10
which it is submitted at the ncture, as well as The
character and conduct Of faithful Chief Magistrate
who in CT cunsanccs novel, and the most rena kable
known to history, rejects the counsels OF selfish
ness spurls The seductive visitation of an ign BILE am
bon, grasps with giants power the charter OF our
Union and TO the people alone Tor that support
which their representatives refuse to him at such
time, justice be ,rield from John Tyler by his repub-
lican countrymen what have TO expect from
the purity Of our institutions, and for continuing free
dom?
w shing for your convention the most suspicious
results, 'emain, gentlemen,
Very truly, and most respectfully,
Your obedient servant,
JNO. G.. MILLER.
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GADSBY'S HOTEL.

NADSB 3 FO Ed.
WAsHINGTON CITY, ID. c., March II, lS43.
s5 In consequence of the great scarcity of money,
the charge for board at this Hotel will be dollar
and fifty cents per day. he same price will DC
charged for board at the Ladies Ordinary Liquors
and wine of all sorts reduced to onehai the former
rates.
The proprietor feels grateful for the liberal patron
age he has received, and hopes by unceasing atten-
ton and low charges to meet the appreciation of all
who may honor him with their company.
VIM. GADSBY, Proprietor.
march l6-eodtala
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Treasury DEPARTMENT,


g. EALED PROPOLALS, will be received at this
- Department, until the 18th April next for Six
Engines Boilers and Propellers, constructed upon
the plan known as 4" Hunters Plan" two of said En-
gnes, Boilers and Propeers, to be delivered on
Lake Erie, as designated Ivy the Secretary of the
Treasury the others at such place places, the
Sea Coast as the Secretary may direct.
Also, two Engines, Boilers and Propellers upon
the plan known Ericsson's Plan" TO be de-
liyered at some place on the Sea Coast, as the
Secretary OF the Treasury may direct The En-
gnes, Boilers and Propellors to be made of the
very best materials to bear the proof and inspection Of
such person or persons, may be selected by the
Secretary Of the Treasury. The Boilers 10 have not
less than seven hundred 900 fire surface each, work
ing pressure eighty (SO) pounds to the square inch
Proof two hundred and forty (2i0) pounds. Six (6)
eighteen (ls) inch Cylinders with three (3) feet
stroke The whole TO be delivered as directed, with
in five months from the time of receiving the Draw
ings and Plans for building The proposals will state
the price for which the Engines, Boilers and Propel
lers, will be delivered aud put into complete opera
ton. But as the application of the Engines working
to either of tn said plans, Is pa ent right the pro-
posas will also state the price asked, including the
authority to the patent right and also the price,
exclusive of said authority
J. G. SPENCER,
Secretary Of the Treasury.
march 20-dtl7A
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VERY VALUABLE LOTS FOR SALE,

VERY VALUABLE LOTS FOR SALE,
OR LEASE with the right to purchase. The
~ subscribers authorized to sell lease, for
ten to fifteen years, WITH THE RIGHT TO PURCHASE
those two valuable building lots, commencing above
the junction of 18th and streets, and fronting the
west side Of said 18th street-containing together
about 1900 feet of ground In the above valuable
property great bargains may be had by early applica
ton to JOHNSON & CALLAN.
mar Is st
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JOHN FOWLER, Esq, Chairman.
ARRIVAL OF THE CELEBRATED DWARF
THE WONDER OF THE AGE.

I HE WON DEN OF ITIE AOE.
The General has at last arrived and anxious ex-
pectation has for many months been the qui rice
the universal celebrity Of this miniature specimen of
manhood is sufficient guarantee for the truth of his
claim to public notice. All must see and judge. The
medical man and seeker for amusement or Gu
riosity will do well to see this living wonder.
The Generals stay in Washington will be limited
in consequence Of the necessity of fulfilling his nu-
merous engagements in the leading cities of the
Union
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M A Il RI IL ID

On the evening of the 18th inst, Col. BARLOW
A. WILDES, of Tennessee, to Mrs. LUCY f.
MILLER, widow OF Dr. B. J. Miller, and only daugh-
ter Of Philip r. Fendall, Esq, of Alexandria, d. e.
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HORSES HORSES! - HORSES ~
UST arrived at n. Rowcs stable, on 9Th street,
y near the corner Of d, TWENTY-FIVE head OF
prime
WESTERN HORSES,
Which will be disposed Of on terms to suit the
times.
March l3-3tawlw
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pie in triumph 4 Washington. He has carried on
Democratic Administration for two years, and now,
as Democrat, IN the best and truest OF the
term, you will present him to the people candl-
date for the nert Presidential term If any doubt re-
mains OF his principles, verify the superatve abuse
OF the ultra Wing faction and other uiras, must DIS
s'pate the last vestge Of it. He stands before the
American people strong in his own conscious integ
rlty-strong in the appreciation OF his Democratic
friends and stronger sill in the ne plus ultra malice
of his foes What candid, practical mar is there,
but acknowledges no,c, that Mr. Tyer's veoes of the
several bank bills were right What man of gene
rots seedlings, but appauds such dlsnterested obedi
ence of prncipIe' What honest patriot but rejoces
at the delivery of the country from the iangs OF ano
Their political monster'
My health will not permit me to be present at your
patriotic and interesting meetings but shall rejoice
to cooperate 10 your general plans, and respond to
your nomination of Mr. Tyler for the Presidency.
Accept, gentlemen the assurances of my regard, and
believe ne yours, truly,
II r. HlNMAN.
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TREASURY DEPARTMENT,
Washington, March l6, lS43.


SsEAIED proposals viii be received at this Depart
- ment until toe 18th April next, for building the
bulls of oe hro or three Iron Steamers TO be used
Revenue Cutters on the coast, of the following
dimensions say "one hundred and forty (li0) feet
on deck tweny-three (25) feet beam, and ten (l0)
feet hold. Model, drawings and moulds for building
TO be furnished by the Department. 1t is expected
that these boats will be built in reference TO Hunters
or Ercsson's Propellers. The iron used in construc-
ton must be American, and of the very best quality,
and TO be painted, with two good coats of red lead
Zone before the work is put up andtbe other aer The
whole of said iron work shall be weighed, after it Is
wrought and fitted to lis appropriate place and previous
10 its being finally put together. Payment viii be
made according To this nett weight per pound,
including coal bunkers water tanks and gall
leys. The chain plates, bobstays and all IRON
work necessary to The hull, spars, rigging sails and
guns will be included IN the proposal and the price
for such work will be separately stated, spar deck
of white pine by inches to be laid, secured from
underneath with the wood bolts, caulked and
planned Berth deck of ash or yellow pine q by 6
inches spiked and bolted TO the berth deck beams,
also cauked ard planed ceiling planks of white oak
to the flooring heads inches thick, thence yellow
pine inches thick to the lower deck clamp-all of
which will be estimated by the square superficial feet
The materials and weight used in the construction
to be approved, aud the work be inspected, by such
officer the Secretary Of the Treasury may appoint
and the work TO be done according TO the direction Of
the Superintendent.
The vessels TO be completed within si- months
from the day Of delivering the moulds and plans Of
building.
The workmanship to be inspected previous TO de-
livery by two competent judges, one 10 be chosen by
each Of the parties Of the contract who in the event
Of their disagreement, shall select a third who are
10 determine whether the work has been executed in
nj respects according to the proposals and agree
nent
(SignedO J. C. SPENCER,
Secretary ofhe Treasury.
march l7-d1m
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GEN. TOM THUMB.

This wonderful DWARF,
who has attracted such
crowds of admlring Visit
ers at New York, Phila-
delphia and Baltimore, will
be exhibited in Washing
ton on Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday,
the Doth, 2lst, odd and 23d
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To John Fowler, Esq. and others, corresponding
committee appointed by the general convention Of
delegates OF New York, friendly 10 the Admins
,rauon Of President Tyler:
GENTLEMEN; The kind invitation you have tender
cd me- 10y your letter OF the 2st of February last
to attend meeting IN your CITY for the purpose oi
nominating his cxcellenc JoHN TYLER 70 the Pre-
sdency, permit me gratefully 10 acknos ledge.
No act could possibly be more m unison with my
political feelings Il an 10 Join with you xuessing
in hi, direct aud emphatic manner my appro-
baion OF Mr.. Tyer's Administration. Called,
der circumstances unprecedented in our history, TO
occupy the Chief Executive ofice-surrounded by
embarrassments--no single ADVISER at hand but
those hose objects and views diametrcally OPP
posed TO his own-Mr. Tyler took the helm, and
guided ship of State through dangers more nu-
merous than any which have beset her course hher-
to. Sylla and Charybdis yawned either hand
syrens deceItiully sung and oneeyed and mahy-eyed
monsters threatened-but yet our Ulysses, with admir-
rable dexterty, has escaped them all, and brought
tho ship into smooth, deep water, where favorng
gales and safe navigation promise prosperous term.
nation Of this adventurous voyage Our ir,,sfu pilot
whose skill has been thoroughly tested cannot but
be equal to the hazards Of another
John Tyler, through his whole political life-at
and in the Senate chamber, again in retirement and
yet again nominee for the Vice PRESIDED cy-was
we'll known decided Democrat of the JeHerso
MAN school. He was nominated at Harrisburg BE-
on,Aas he was Democrat; he was supported through
the campaign OF 1910 a. Democrat and as De-
mocrst he was carried on the shoulders of the Peo