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ALEXANDRIA BOARDING SCHOOL

ALEXANDRIA BOARDlNG SCHOOL.
THE twenty-second annual session Of this in
Il btitution will commence on the 9Th of Septem-
Der.
The course of study is extensive, and embraces
all the branches Of finished education.
The principals of the institution devote themselves
personally to the instruction and government Of the
students, and are assisted in the various depart
mens of the school by able and experienced teach.
ers
Besides the daily examinations and Rotations
the students, at the end of every six weeks, care
fully review all the studies they have passed
during that PERIOD and are rigidy examined upon
them, IN order TO revive and permanently nix them
in their minds. The result of this examination
together with statement Of the scholarship, morals
order, &C., of each student, Is recorded, and, by
means of printed certificates, regularly transmitted
to parents and guardians by mail
The institution IL provided with an extensive
collection Of philosophical, astronomical and chem
ical apparatus; models, diagrams, minerals and pre-
pared specimens of natural historyj which greatly
contribute 10 the advancement Of the students in the
study Of the different sciences.
Full courses of scientific and popular lectures
upon natural philosophy astronomy, and chemistry,
are delivered annually.
Particular attention is paid to the preservation OF
sound morals, and TO the cultivation Of good man.
ners and correct habits among the students.
The discipline of the school is strict and firm, but
afectionate and salutary; cndeavoring to act upon
the moral principle in the students, rather than
through feeling Of degradation or admiration.
Terms for board, lodging, washing, attendance
upon lectures, and tuition in all the branches taught
except the modern languages and drawing, hun
bred and sixty dollars per year Of forty-six weeks
each quarter payable in advance. French, Spanish
and drawing, each six dollars per quarter extra.
For circulars giving further particulars. apply to
CALEB 8. HALLOWELL & BROTHER,
Principals, Alexandria, d. C.
Sept r-3td&3tc
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PUBLIC SALE or A SPLENDID HOTEL
OF THE FIRST GLASS,

DY VIRTUE, and in pursuance of, the au.
ID thofity vested in them by two deeds Of trust,
the subscribers will offer at public auction, in the
city Of Baltimore on Thursday, the 18th Of 0cto-
Exchange, that very extensive and valuable proper.
ty in said city, known
THE EUTAW HOUSE HOTEL.
The lot on which II stands is situated At the north
west corner Of Baltimore and Eutaw Streets con-
tanning upwards of %, 900 square feet of ground,
and fronting 1l2 feet on BALTIMORE street and 1876
feet Eutaw street. to an alley Sc feet of which on
the last named street form yard planted with orna-
mental shrubbery of various kinds.
The house is FIVE stories in height, covered with
slate, occupying the whole front of the lot on Balt-
more street, running back 1856 feet on the west TO
the alley, and 100 feet on Eutaw street, having an
area in the centre of the building for light and air;
with two main entrances, one from each street, that
from Baltimore street leading to the private parors
and family rooms, the other on Eutaw street to the
public part of the house.
The basement or lowest story is divided into five
stores on Baltimore street, two ON Eutaw street,
and dressing-room. kitchen, pantry, larder, man.
Cling, ironing, drying, wash and bath rooms.
The second story has parlors on Baltimore
street, and on Eutaw street, asmoking groom, Of
flee, ladies' dinng-room IS by % feet, and gentle.
mems dining-room SO by 30 feet, with a servants
hall, chambers, bard-room, china closet, &c.
Theirs are upwards of 200 rooms in the house, Of
which - are parlors:
This building was erected in 1895, expressly for
hotel and is believed possess every convenience
usually to be found in those Of the first classj is
most elgiby situated in agreeable part of the city
having wide and much frequented street on each
of its fronts. 1t is in the best order in every
respect for the reception of company, and will be SO
kept by the present proprietor until sold. This
pr6pefty offers great inducements to person who
could combine with activity and energy sufficient
capital to conduct the business of The establishment
to advantage.
The house is completely furnished, and in good
styles and the purchaser Of it obtain the furni-
turc, or portion of it, on reasonable TERMS by ma
king suitable arrangements with the trustees.
The terms, which will be accommodating, will be
made known ut the time Of sale.
JACOB ALBERT,
RjBT: A. TAYLOR, Trustees
SAM'L JONES, III.
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MT EESON AND WELBY'S EXCHEQUER
ll REPORTS, eleventh volume, with the decis-
ions in the American courts, just published for sale
by FRANCK TAYLOR.
Also, vol. 7 English Ecclesiastical Reports, con-
tanning I'd and 3D. volumes Of Curteis's Reports
edited by B. Gerhard, of the Philadelphia bar.
Volume 3 Howard's Reports Of the Supreme
Court of the United States.
Bouvier's American Law Dictionary, second edi-
tion enlarged; 2 vols.
Volumes 40 and "A English Common Law Re-
ports.
Russell on the Law Of Factors and Brokers; !
vol
Joynes on Limitations; vol
Lambert on Dover; | vol.
Selection of Legal Maxims classified and illus
trated, by Fl. Broom, esq, Of the Inner Temple
barrister. | VOL. London, l645.
Taylor on the Law Of Landlord and Tenant;
vol.
The Law of Marine Insurance; by John Duer, Of
New York.
Also, the late numbers of the "Law Library
and Of the "American Law Magazine" for which
subscriptions will be taken, and the copies regularly
forwarded to any post Office in the United States, by
FRANCK TAYLOR. I
Law books imported to order from England and
France.
Sept. H.
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A N ENTIRELY NEW STOCK OF DRY
n GOODS-Opening at the new store on Penn
sylvania avenue, severaldoors west Of Browns Ho-
te stock of fresh fall dry goods, which is not only
general and complete, but comprises the choicest BE-
ections of the northern markets. Will you call and
look at thcmi Don't confne your shopping between
7th street on the cast and 9th street the west,
when, by divergng little from the accustomed
track, you may derive advantage in more than one
particular. Don't fail TO call. Remember that my
goods are all fresh and bright No old goods.
JAMES ID. CLARK,
Next door east Of Gilmsn's Drug Store, and six
doors west of Browns Hotel.
Sept. l7--3teoif& 1tw
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NIOTlCE.-Was committed TO the Jail of Wash.
IN ington county, District of Columbia, on the 18th
July, 1845, a negro man, who calls himself John
Smith. He is a dark mula,to, about 6 feet high
and about % or % years of age. Had on, when
committed striped summer coat and pantaoons
a black fur hat and has other clothing with him
principally home made. He says he is a slave
and belongs to Mr.. John Smith, who lives in
Henrico county, between Petersburg and Richmond
Virginia and about 20 miles from Richmond. He
has scar under the left eye, and on the upper
lip.
The owner or owners of the above described ne
gro man are hereby requested TO come forward
prove him, and take him away, or he will be sold
for his prison and other expenses, as the law di
reefs.
ROBERT BALL, Jailei
A. HUNTER,
Aug. 7-lawtf Marshal d.
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and intermediate ages r. rroportionate rates; and
the premiums payable semi-annualy or QUARTERLY,
ifpreferred
Buys and sells annuies-grants endo,cments for
chiidren-nsakes all contracts IN chich life the in
terest Of money is involved.
The policies of insurance may be made payable
to wife, child, or any other person designated by
the assured. By an net Of the State Of Maryland,
1910, chapter 2l2, assurances made by married
women on the lives of their husbands fully pro-
tected from all claims Of creditors.
The proposals and rates, well as blank forms
of application, may be obtained at the Office Of the
company, or it's agents.
JOHN l. DONALDSON, President.
RICHARD B. Dorsey, Secretary.
JAMES H. CAUsTEN, Agent for Washington.
June 2-dly
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FASHIONABLE CLOTHING ESTABLISHMENT.
w. +. JENNINGS & CO.,
N u IL
231 Broad,Uav

d ESPECTFULLY inform the inhabitants Of
n Washington that they have taken the store on
Pennsylvania avenue, adjoining the corner Of Sixth
street, as branch Of their establishment, for the
sale of gentemen's fashionable clothing.
The wellknown reputation of their establishment
ills believed, will I've sufficient guarantee for the
quality and style OF all goods sold by them.
Their stock consists Of sack and surtout over
COATS coaks; body sacks; frock, dress, and DOrsay
coats; French and English cashmere pants; silk
satin, bombasin, cashmere, and fancy vests; cham
Der robes; scarfs, cravats; hosiery; gloves suspend
ers; and every article necessary for gentleman
wardrobe: which will be sold at the lowest New
York prices.
Orders will be received and executed in New
York, in the best style, at short notice.
Sent l7-dlm
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Sept. e--2td&
NAVAL SyoHEkEErER's OFFICE,

Navy-yard, Washington, 18th Sept, IS45
CEALED PROPOSALS endorsed proposals" y,
- will be received at this Office until 10th Of
October proximo, at l2 o'clock m, to furnish .
good vessel, or vessels take board this yard
one Set Of tanks, measuring about $500 cubic
feet, and deliver the same at the United States
navy-yard, Boston.
Also, for the United States navy-yard, New
York, / set of tanks, measuring $500 cubic
feet, which will be ready to ship the LIST of No
yernber, 1915; and 5 chain-cables, weighing about
l06,a00 pounds, (now ready.)
Also, for the United States navy-yard Philadel.
phia, chain Cables weighing about Il, 900 pounds
and anchors, weighing about % 600 pounds
nished, and the price per cubic foot for which the
tanks will be taken, and per ton Of 1900 pounds fol
the cAain-cables and anchors.
JIM. SELDEN, Naval Storekecper.
Sent l3--eotlOOct.
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Aug 263m
CpEsrERrIELp CO., Va.

CHEsTERFIELD CO., Va.
THOMPSON M. BLoUNT, formerly of Pow
L hatan county, Virginia, has not been heard
from by his friends for about seven years. BY the
death Of his father, there are funds in my hands to
be used for his benefit; and am anxious to learn
whether he still lives. Any information concerning
the said Thompson M. Bount, directed to me at the
Coal Mine post Office, Chesterfield county, Va will
be thankfully received.
ELIJAH BRUMMELL.
Editors Of newspapers generally, and particularly
at the South will do an act of humanity by giving
the above one or two insertions.
Aug. 2l-law6w
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DITTENHOUSE ACADEMY, Indiana avenue,
II near City Hall.-Thc duties Of this institution
were resumed on Monday, September lst A linn
tied number of pupils can be received on early ap-
plcaiion--a few as boarders, over whom strictly
parental discipline will be maintained.
instruction in the modern languages by Professor
Jaeger, formerly Of Princeton college.
c. II. g. J. Z. N0URSE.
U5 An evening class for adults is now being
formed by Professor j., at the school-room.
Sept 8-2aw2w
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ITO MAIL CONTRACTORS, POSTMAS-
j TIERS, and all other persons having business
with the Post Office Department.--Th undersigned
having been for several years employed in the ac-
counting branch of the Post Office Department, is
intimately acquainted with the operations of that
department, and well qualified to attend to any in
terest connected herewith He offers his services
as agent and attorney to contractors, postmasters,
and all others to whose business his experience may
be valuable. All affairs inrusted to him, whether
relating to past current, or contemplated transac-
tons with the department, shall be attended to as
promptly and efficiently as could be done by the
parties themselves, if the spot. Bidders for the
southern and western mail-roues, to be declared on
the LIST of October next will find it to their advan-
tage to transmit their papers to him for preparation,
They, and all Others who may employ him, shall
constantly be advised of all matters affecting their
Interests If collections at any time required to
be made by him, he will remit the proceeds without
delay. Communications must be postpaid.
FlTZHUGH COYLE.
Hon. Elisha Whittlesey, Garfield, Ohio, late Aud
itor Of the Post Office Department.
M. ST. Clair Clarke, Washington, late Auditor Of
the Post Office Department.
John Marion, esq, Chief Clerk of Post Office
Department, Washington.
Hon. VIM. Cranch, Chief Justice Of U. s. circuit
court D. g., Washington.
VIM. w. Seaton, esq, Mayor of Washington
Aug 6-2aw2m
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DR.. POWELL
ocULIsT AND OPHTHALMIC SURGEON,

0CULIsr AND 0PHTHALMIC SURGEON,
26l Broad,cav, corner Of Warren street, .Ns'o York,
CONFINES his practice to diseases Of the eye,
~ operations upon that organ and Its APPENDICES,
and to all imperfectons of vision. Testimonials
from the most eminent medical men of Europe and
America Reference to patients that have been per-
fectly cured Of amaurosis, cataract, ophthalme,
nebula, or specks the eye, srabsmus, or squint-
ing, &C. Artificial eyes inserted without any pain
of operation that cannot be distinguished from the
natural.
SPEcTAcLEs.-Advice as to the kind OF glasses
suitable to particular defects Persons residing at
a distance can receive advice and medicines by de-
scribing their case under the following heads
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TRENCH BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL
+ FOR BOYS, pY HY. BENrALoU MIcHARD,
10Th street, between and q, west side-The pc
culiar features of this academy are:
la That il is the only male school in this section
of lhs country where French is taught practically,
and in which the intercourse between the teacher
and pupils is held in the French language.
3D. That mathematcs-this paramount object OF
modern education-are taught, not only as special
branch and on the plan established by the masters
Of the French school, principally Legendre, Bour-
don, Lacroix, &C., but, moreover. instruction Is
conveyed through the medium of the French; dem
onstrations in geometry and solutions of problems
being made in this language-an exercise which, by
itself, might be sufficient to enable pupils to speak
il with ease and accuracy.
The English is by no means neglected. The
course of English studies consists of English gram
mar, reading, (the classic authors) weekly recita.
tons of English poetry, previously copied by the
pupl) and English composition.
The boarding department is under the care of Mr.
Joseph Michard and his lady, in whose family the
French is exclusively spoken-7an advantage for the
first time met with in this metropolis
French textbooks are used in the study Of geog-
mphy history, arithmetic, and the modern LAM
guages.
To those DESTROYS Of acquiring practical knowl-
edge of the Spanish, peculiar advantages are offered
in this institution, as Mr.. Michard is conversant
with this language.
Boarders will attend the church designated by
their parents or guardians, always accompanied by
q member of Mr.. Ms family.
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OREGON AND CHINESE WHEAT.--Just
~ received few sacks of the above new and SUI
perior Seed grain, from III. r. Smeltzer, esq, of
Bloomfield farm The Oregon is a red kernel wheat,
and the Chinese beautiful plump white kernel.
These extraordinary varieties produced Mr.. 8. last
season As to so bushels Of wheat per acre, weighing
63 to GO lbs per bushe
"OREeoN AND CHINA wHEAT.--There have been
left at office two new species of wheat-one called
Oregon, the other China 1t was taken from the
Bloomfield estate, belonging TO Henry r. Smeltzcr,
near Mddletown, Frederick county, Maryland,
The Oregon wheat was found or discovered by a
missionary travelling through that territory, who
brought il to this country in 1889. Mr.. Smetzer
this year raised from four and quarter acres, 2l2
bushels and 43 lbs, which is fraction over 80
bushels to the acre. This wheat is very hardy, Of
a beautiful red color, with smooth chat, heads from
8 to inches long, and average from 80 to l3O
grains to the head. II is believed II will yield ut
least 20 per cent. TO the than the ordinary
wheat from the fact that it has from Is to 20 grains
more to the head. The history of the China wheat
is rather singular A few heads were found in a
box Of Chna-ware imported from the north Of Chi
ma, and the heads being very large and compact,
the discoterer was induced TO plant them. Mr.. S.
informs us that last year he raised 42s bushels per
acre with it, and this year At bushels per acre This
is a beautiful white wheat, and has heads or ears
about as long as the Oregon wheat, and about the
same number of grains to the head. The China
wheat is Of the early kind and 30 far has not been
injured by smut, mildew, or fy.'-Sun.
The above valuable seed grain liz for sale at the
agricultural store of ]. r. CALLAN, Washington;
also for sale by J. H. KING, Georgetown.
Sept l2
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UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND.

r1aCIJLTY OF PHYSIC.-SEssIoN of 1856
THE lectures will commence on Monday
November Sd, and continue until the LIST of March
ensuing. 800,
CHEMISTRY and phGrmaey.-WIIaAM E. A. AikN
MD Nh
Thsrar.u.ies, maisria medica, and Rsgsine. SAMuEi
'inaiomv and physiology .--JosEfH Rosy, M. d.
Theory and practice Of incidence ELISHA BART
Lett D. W,
instructon in clinical medicine and clinical sur.
,ery every day at the Baltimore Infrmary opposite
Il, Medical College The rooms for practica
,natomy will be opened October LIST, and remain &C
until the end of March following, under the charge
~ the demonstration. Fees for the entire course
saO; matricuation fee, IS; graduation fee, 800 elm
s ticket, free; dssecting ticket, optional with the
student Comfortable board may be obtained in
the vicinity of the Medical College for - SO TO 50 Sc
WILLIAM E. A. AKIN, M. D.,
Dean of the Faculty.
Cant I0-0aWtNoy. L.
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GREATEST WONDER OF THE AGE
nATENT GALVANIC RING, AND MAG


DATENT GALvANIC RING, AND MAG
il NETIC FLUID.--These wonderful Rings,
and the Gavanic Fluid, have created great sensa-
ton throughout Europe, and are attracting crowds
to see them, both in New York and Boston. They
cure with astonishing rapidly rheumatism, govt,
tic-dooreux fits, cramp sick headache, indigestion,
paralysis stiff joints, general debility, deficiency of
nervous energy, and all nervous disorders. They
produce all the beneficial results Of the ordinary gal
vanic battery, or electric and magnetic machines,
without the injurious shocks which always accom-
psny their application. The secret Of preparing
the Ring was discovered by Professor Harmance
Christie, of London, in October last and they have
been recently introduced into this country by DIR. A..
Christie, who warns the American public, from the
beginning, to beware of spurious limitations. To
guard against fraud, he will appoint but agency
in each of the cities of the United States.
For sale by the only agent in this city,
o. FISH e. CO.,
Nos. and 2, Browns hotel.
Aug 26--3m
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A MOTHER REMOyAL.--The proprietor of
II the United States Agency and Notarial Office
has removed from Pennsylvania avenue to + street,
near l4th, second square east Of the Treasury build
next door to the residence of Gov. Paris, second
comptroller, where he continues to devote his whole
time to the prosecution Of claims Of every descrip
ton, including pensions, patents, lands, contracts
&C.; also conveyancing and notarial business.
Persons at distance having business in this city,
may save the Inconvenience and expense of "A jour
ney, by communicating all the particulars TO this
agency, and will be promptly attended to.
All letters must be postage paid, and will be n
sidered confidential when necessary.
EDMUND F. BROWN,
Notary public, commissioners of deeds for Illinois,
&c.
Aug. 30-2awlm
[lntellgencer, Constitution, Journal, and Bee
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Il tory of Guyot ct Compagnie, Paris-just inn
ported direct from Paris by f. TAYLOR, and this
day received. This ink has enjoyed the best repu-
tation in France for long series of years, and is
recommended by the advertiser, after many trials OF
American inks, and many importations from Eng
land and France, the best in every respect una,
Al price but little exceeding that Of the very infc
rior inks which are TO be found everywhere, and
much cheaper than them, N the real economy and
dvan,eoe attending the use Of the best article OF
this kind be not lefi out Of view. Those who are
NOT satisfied with the inks which they have been
using hitherto, are invited to make trial OF TINS.
SeptI3 F. TAYLOR, Bookseller.
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yNyOOD AND COAL YARD.--The subscribers
Wv resnectfully inform their friends and CUSTOM

yNyOOD AND COAL YARD.--The subscribers
w respectfully inform their friends and custom
ers that they continue to keep, and now have or
hand their yard at the locks at the termination Of
l7htstreet, near the residence Of General Van Ness
an abundant supply of the different kinds Of FIRE.
wood and anthracite coal ofthe best quality and diff
superior Cumberland and Richmond CRATE coal, SO
as to enable them to supply the demands Of all per
sons who may he disposed to patronize them In
order guard against Mistakes the coal will be reg
ularly and correctly weighed by person sworn
for that purpose, and ticket will accompany each
load-lhe ton to contain 2,240 lbs. The same par
ticulari,y will be observed in the delivery of the
wood.
Terms, cash; but 10 punctual customers bills will
be presented in ninety days.
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DATENT LETTER BALANCES.--W, FIS-
l. CHER, importer Of fancy and staple station
cry, has just received from England small sssori-
ment Of lettcr-balances, as samples, which will be
sold as low as from one TO four dollars each, at
Staiioner's Hall. Sept