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HNHE subscriber, having determined TO publish
this paper daily, and feeling it to be his duty
to close up his former business, most earnestly re-
quests that all persons indebted to him will make
immediate settlement This is not only required
as matter Of right, but of necessity as he has
obligations that must be met very soon. He leaves
the lumber business with his son and Mr. James
A. Lenman--to be carried on under the firm o
Ward and Lehman; and he bespeaks for them a
share of the business, believing they will give sa-
tisfaction. .t0 a.a ULYSSES WARD F
Jar. 24-H
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A CARD.-The undersigned begs leave to ten
n der his thanks to the citizens Of this com
munity for the liberal patronage which they have
upon nm aHrng he past year and very
the Auction and Commission business at Concert
Hall, near Browns hotel, where he will promptly
and with dispatch discharge all business in his
line to the satisfaction of any and all persons who
may favor him with it.
He would also inform those who are in arrears
with him to call and settle their accounts as soon
as possible, the needL, being at all times acccpta-
BILE, and at this time peculiarly indispensable.
u E@g s@ A. GREEN
ian 90 Auction and Commission Merchant
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p r. ROTE TON INSU RAN G E
COMPANY.

@ HYATT, Agent for the Protection Insurance
y. Company of Hartford, Connecticu , offers to
insure houses, mills, factories, barns, and their
tents, and all other descriptions Of insurable proper
ty, against loss or damage by fire. The rates of
premium offered are as low as those of any other
similar institution and every man has now an OPP
sIltunity, for trifing sum, to protect himself
against The ravages Of this destructive element
which often in single hour sweeps away the earn
ings of many years.
The course the office pursues in transactng th ir
business, and in the adjustment and paying Of loss
es, is promps and liberal.
For terms of insurance, application may be made
to the above named agent, at his Office opposite
Browns Hotel, in the city Of Washington, who is
authorized to issue policies to applicants without de-
lay. d. w. CLARK, President.
& W.CoNNER, Secretary.
feb 8-h S. HYATT, Agent.
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SEMINARY FOR YOUNG LADIES.

SElMlIN An TOR I2C1No LnD iA1N'.s
YyHE patrons of education are respectfully IN
formed that the school under the supervision
q Miss NJ M. ANDREWS is now located on
street, between 5th and 9th, Boyles Buildings
The course of instruction, from the elements Of
Junior education, comprises Orthography, Reading
Writing, arithmetic, Grammar, Geogvap"y History
Mythology, Rhetoric, astronomy Philosophy Phls'-
ology, Chemistry, Botany, Algebra, Geo"sf'y, the
Modern Languages, Music ms Piano Forte, Harp,
Guitar, Dra,oing Painting, Ornamental Neede-'oork,
Tapestry, Embroidery, Beed,cork, &c., &c.
The subscriber having had successful expert
ence in connection with some Of the most respect
able Institutions in our country, confidently So
licits the cooperation of ali those whose obserya-
tions have been convincing proof Of the benefits
resulting from an intelligent and well disciplined
mind MISS M. M. ANDREWS.
~& Lkt REFERENCES. II
Row Gpo. w. SAMSON, r. FARNHAM, Esq,
&" o. B. BRowN, A. hoTHwELL,
&C n II. Gu.LIss, r. p. ANDERSON, IL
g TusTM. u. w DENHAM,
q M PHu.LPs, Capt. FRAZER,
ea fa of the Revenue Service.
Feb 4-lm
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A CA R ID /.

DOOMS TO LET, FURNISHED OR U.N:
I, FUR.NISHED.--LA AMBERT s. BECK. has
. four or five good rooms, which he would rent, by
the month or longer period, on the most moderate
terms Call at the House-fumishing store of L..
s. Beck s. Son, south side of Pennsylvania avenue,
/. between 9th and 10th streets
PSI have to let two Of the best Cellars on
the avenue, or will receive goods on storage.
Z, jan 20--tf N #E l.. s. BECK.
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AUCTION SALES.
eY 3. s.lHoMANs, Auotioneer.

yXTEEKLY SALES OF. HOUSEHOLD FUR
wv NITURE.-On Wednesday Of each week,
It the auction rooms, corner of and 10th streets,
viii be held regular sales of new and second
land HOUSEHOLD and KITCHEN FURNI-
TURE, .#ar alesh#
Sale to commence at 10 O'Clock, A. NJ, and will
be held indoors when the weather is unfayorable.
Articles will be received for sale until Tuesday eve
ming. Is. HOMANS,
dec 20-tf Auctioheer
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GRAND DICTIONNAIRE FRANCAIS--
(T Anelais, ct Anglais Francois; by Professors
Fleming and Tibbins. In two large quarto vo-
umes. ##f@ H#
"Redige dapres la sxieme edition du Diction-
naire de rAcademie Franchise, le complement de
CO dictionnaire, la derniere edition de Chambaps
GarDier, ct ]. Descarrieres, lie D'ctonnaire Gram
matical de Laveau, ct e Lsxique Universel de
Boiste, les Dictionnaire Angais de johnson. Todd
Ash, Webster ct Crabbe, ct les principnux ouvra-
ges technologiques de Pune at rautre langue; !"
and containing all the words in use in both langua
res together with the obsolete terms connected
with polite literature; technical terms used in the
arts, sciences, snd manufactures, in the naval and
military sciences, in law, trade. and commerce; geo.
graphical and neurological terms, with the jec-
tives or epithets calculating history literal pro-
nunciation of English words for the use Of the
French student, and Of French words for the Eng
lsh accurate and discriminating definitions, with
examples and illustrations tending TO display and
fix the signiGcation import, rank, and character Of
each individual word peculiar constructions, modes
Of speech, dioms, sayings and proverbs etymology,
exhibiting words in their origin and affnes ,
grammar, syno, ymy, &c. Published in Paris in
Is45. Imported "a single copy only by
feb 7-tf F. TAYLOR.
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1TORE LIGHT ON THE SUBJECT.
NI T. PURSELL has just received, at ms Cnl-
M and Glass Store, opposite Browns no'el' isnn
avenue, four cases Of Corneleions fa.ent oo'a'
Lard or Oil Lamps, with cut and pas PLAN sns"eS
which will be sold low by thu ruH0ELD' Sell.
i f.b l4-atis Union & Iateigencer 3tis.
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BOARDING.

RS. r. A. BECK can accommodate FIVE or
!Y six young gentlemen with board The oca-
side is pleasant. and in the centre Of husoess--snuh
,inn Of Pennsyl anr avenue, between 9th ard lOh
streets, over the House Furnishing Store of L. ).
Beck and Son. ,ta5sa By asatl ua96
feb. l0.--f. Ia 9g. .s9g4a 81gts
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NTOTICE.--The partnership heretofore existing
n in between E. Fowler & William Mann, under
the firm Of j. E. Fowler Co. is dissolved by m,i-
tual consent. All persons having demands against
said firm, are requested to present them for settle
ment. And to those indebted, we earnestly request
an immediate settlement, by cash or note
gf- 9w.8a8i4R @e} ]. E. FOWLER.
@ VIM. MANN.
The business will be continued at the old estab-
lished stand, on 18th and F street, by the under
signed, who will make it his aim to continue the
large and respectable custom with which the firm
was favored .#st
dec Soft ]. f. FOWLER.
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NHEAP BOOTS and SHOES Ladies'
" fine Kid and Morocco Slippers and Ties, Getty
made, or Philadelphia make,) 81
Ladies' white satin and red Slippers
Ladies' Walking Shoes, own make
Gentemens' Dress Boots philadelphia make)
$3 A
Besides-Boys and Chdrens' in every variety.
Mending at reasonable charges
slH MANN,
Sign ofthe Big Black Boot, Penn avenue,
jan lift 2 doors west Of A, street
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ts, t,rst h.7., ... a4s a
,.,."s 81 l-l 1tars d, sae., .partyr .rai a.
tavtts = n A.ma@ at-,ay .ass. tlsH4,au&
aans a. re@1 ieb. 4 Aft
s..-.. --.aeze ---,.-s-.-l -,
iAnE1aarc! HaFa@era!. s5agdN areg!,
.'4, WHEELER peno, arc83s ,ear 7.a sttle5.
Ii. ..... .o slas. ...sSs "a
eat ba uas IN the district
ttsst0.E cons4s.s Id part of thc fllgH .hg arti-
lies hr4trsG> Son's and otnrrs' Iab.8 tltiery
n oc.upete sets, iyory, B,lEaio, Bttck, Pore and
Cocoa Dining, and Desert hn,vcs and Forks Ger
man SILVER, and brlttannla lea and able Spoons
PcakniFes, kazors, Scissors, Nut Picks, and
Crackers, Cooks, Butchers Shoe and Carving
Knives, Shutters and Trays, Plated Steel and
Brass Audirons Shoyels and Tongs, Shovel and
Tong Stands, and Tenders, Tea Trays and Wal
tiers, in sets and separately, Belmetal and Porce-
han Preserving Kettles, Iron, Tin, Tea Kettles and
Sauce Pans, Long and Short Handle Frying Pans,
and Stove Pans, Ovens and Lids, Pots, Skilets,
Griddles and extra Lids Iron Furnaces Potatoe
Steamers, Nortars and Pestles, Warfe Irons, Sad
lipho, ohIhihoIs, Ldulcs ana OfkS, Colfee Mills,
Sifters, Bread Toasters, &c., Shoyels, Spades,
| Forks, Hay and Straw Knives, Axes, Hatchets,
Hammers, Saws and Planes, Cut, wrought and
Horse Shoe Nails, Cut Tacks pat. Brads and Spara-
bles, Rim, Cottage, Mortise and Stock Locks,
Closet, Cupboard, Till, Chest, Trunk and Pad
Locks, Mortse' Stop, Knob and Thumb Latches,
and Belts, Table, Butt, Parliament, I'll. L. & Strap
Hinges, Palmers pat Blind Hinges, to fastev
back and to Farnham's pat. Window Blind fas-
teners, Common and Axle Sash Pulleys and sash
Cord, New England Co. Wood Screws all sizes,
Sofa Springs, Bed Screws Castors and Furniture
Knobs, Curtain Bands and Pins, Iron and Brass
Han and Coat Hooks, Single and Double Barrel
Guns and Apparatus, Brushes, Combs, Buttons,
Needles and Pins, Shoe Thread Cotton, Worsted,
Diaper, Boot and Strainng Web, Curry Combs,
Horse Cards, Wool Cards, Ok, Trace Halters,
Backband and Dog Chains, Brass, Copper and Iron
Wire, Round, Flat and Square Iron, Hoop and
Band Iron, Nail Rods, Burdens pat. Horse Shoes,
Carriage Springs, Wagon Boxes, American and
English Blister, Cast and Sheer Steel, &C., &c
All of which, he will sell as low as can be had
at any regular Hardware House in the city.
Washington, Nov. 4, lS45.
TUDSON, PORTRAIT.--Subscr
j will be received at WIN q. FoacE's bookstore,
corner Of Pennsylvania and 10th street for
conies of the Portrait of DR.. Judson, now in course
of preparation and to be published under the
direction Of the Baptist Board of Foreign Missions.
at the following prices: Lithograph, on good paper,
25 cents on fine board, so cents; steel engraving
on cornman plate paper 81 India proof impressions.
So. The Portrait is from Painting by Harding,
.,i I. m ei1n nine incbns hy oloye, foA ,r
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HOUSES Avn Iors ron SALE.

HNHE subscriber has two frame houses and lots
for. sale. One situated on Sth-street, between
L and M, with brick basement. containing rooms
mest-houss, wssh-houss, &c. Also, ono on Eighth
street two stories high with four rooms and Kitchen
Terms Of sale, enc fourth cash; the remainder IN
six, nine, and twelve months.
The terms Of sale will be made known by the
subscriber. .nasoN
fab l3-lw ~ n1E Ff n. Via Nv M
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CHE TH.aT WOULD H.dTE n FRIEND
MUST BE FRIENDLY.''
TNHE PRINTERS all say that the way to OBJ
tain good run Of customers is to advertise
your goods and merchandise in the newspapers
Therefore, L. S. BECK s, SON would most re-
spectfully call the attention Of their friends and
the public generally to their stock of new and
cond-hand House-furnishing Goods, Pennsylvania
avenue, south side, between 9th and 10th streets,
intend to sell cheap as the cheapest, il not
cheaper. tfa,
We would just say to all, "Come and see." We
have on hand, and intend keeping, goo supply
of new and secondhand house-furnishing goods,
too numerous to mention.
a "" L. S. BECK s. SON.
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1TUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COM
wi PANY OF THE CITY OF NEW
IORK-MORRIS ROBINSON, President. Hav-
ing been appointed agent for the above named IN
stitution, am prepared to receive applications ior
insurance on life for one or more years, or tor me
duration of life. The advantages OF the mutual
principle above the heretofore more usual JOINT
stock companies are so great that i is only neces-
sary to understand the principles of its operation to
give decided preference to the mutual plan. A
treatise the subject and forms Of application for
insurance can be had at my store nh street, i'm
mediatey opposite the National Iutelligencer Office
9. $. FOWLER, Agent.
feb 24-3tawtf 4gA#.#FH
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nIANos! PIANOs!! PIANOs!!!--TH

nIANOS! PIANOS!! PIANUS!!!-- IiL
subscriber respectfully informs the pubic thai
be has now on hand and for sale several new and
fashionable Pianos of the best German manu'sc.
turers, and Of the most beautiful Pa.terns-one OF
them a very splendid one. They are all Of hne
tone and easy touch. In fact they are not exeeieu
bv ,nv instruments now in the District He has
lust finished one of bis own make. This insru-
ment is particularly recommended. Also. several
second hand Pianos for sale. Keeps constantly en-
hand secondhand pianos. J. +. hAHL
Piano Forte Maker and Importer South side Penn
syIvania avenue, between 18th and 18th sts
feb 2A-3taw3m a#..E .as
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BENJAMIN HOMANS,

AuctiOneer and Commission McrCnaHI;
TTAS taken that large and commodious build
ing, known as the Medical College, corner
Of Z and 10th streets, where he is prepared to re-
.ceive merchandise Of every description, Tor pub
lie or private sale. The rooms are well calcu-
lated for the display Of goods, capable OF accom-
modating large company, and the building only
one square north Of Pennsylvania avenue;
Property, attended to at any place within the city
Dec l3-H s# HNt# a#
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Washington, Feb. "a, ls46.

CUPP ING, LEECHING, & BLEEDING.
i A. LARGE supply Of best Swedish Leeches'
"A already on hand, to be applied or for sale by
- 33s Ni SAML. DEVAUGHN, 9th street
b Who also has ICE for sale whenever called for
as above. g4s AG 8a
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DOric l. a IN p i.

DOric Lamp.
This Lamp is simple in its construction, easily
trimmed, and will give light equal to twenty
sperm candles, at a cost of one cent an hour.
Its superiority to other lamps consists in the fol-
lowing advantages: there is no brass or other metal
that corrodss which comes in contact with the Aud
the external and internal drauehts pass through
the boiy Of the lamp, producing a more perfect
combustion, and keeps the lamp perfectly cool. II
can he used with open doors and will be less affect
ed BY wind or currents of air. than any other lamp.
Also, other improved Pine Oil Lamps. Hall
Lamps and Lanterns, and dealer in Astral and So
lar Shades Chimnies and Lamp Glasses Of all
kinds, Lamp Wick, Pure Sperm Oil, NJ B. Dyott,s
d Gould lass Fount Pine Oil Lamp: all Of
which are offered at wholesale and retail. at the
lo,oest prices for cash.
~. B.--Directions 10 he ob,erprd in using The
PINE OIL LAMPS
In trimming the Doric Lamp the chimney is first
removed and the Lamp taken out Of the rino the
button and cone must be next taken off and ,hs
cone may he used for a stand TO set the Iann on
while trimming after which the wick-h i
taken out and the wick raised above the tube suf,;
cent to cut off the black or crusted edge. which
should hc done with sharp pair of scissors--the
w,ck-holder is then returned to its place. and the
wick should he PERFECTLY even with the ton Of ,b
tube---fll the Lamp, replace the cone and buton
and il is ready for use. 9I0E
0-rro avoid accidents the Lamp should peye
% niled whiie burning. feb 5--H
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The undersigned having been appointed agents
for the above Company. are ready to receive apph-
cation for insurance against fire, as also marine
risks, upon the most favorable terms.
feb S-f MIDDLETON & BEALL.
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Pulling or extracting Teeth.

DR.. Van Patten extracts teeth with as much
skill and as little pain any other dentist in this
country, and charges but SO cents per tooth. He
also challenges any Dentist in Washington, or all
combined, to compete with him in plugging teeth,
or inserting new ones. Strangers will do well to
inquire of citizens and particularly Of citizen ply
sciians, before allowing themselves to be humbug-
ged by travelling pretenders, who would never have
left large cities (from which they usually pretend
to haiD unless they were sadly deficient in skill
DR.. Van Patterns Office and residence, next door
to Iodd's Hat store, near Browns Hotel--jan 8-tf
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TOOTH ACHE CURED.
Dr. Van Patten.

A regularly qualified Physician, as well as an
experienced DENTIST, cures tooth-ache, in all
cases where it is proper and desirable to save the
aching tooth, for which the charge is but Fifty
Cents. Hs 4se54sSs2ttt4 sIAf r#fEK
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A GENCY AT WASHING rON.-Thr sub
n scrber, having b-euemploy'd Tor several
vars IN the pablo departments at Washington,
and being familiar with the mode of Transact z
business or more than twenty-five years resp, ct.
fully offers his services Tor tie adjustment and col
lection OF claims against the Government.
Prompt attention will be bestowed upon any bu.
sin.ss entrusted to his care.
Charges reasonable, according TO the Labor
Cured
All communications must be po.t paid.
NJ B. The duties of the Agency will not inter
fere in the least, win these of an Auctoneer and
Commission Merchant H#.t.ss
dec. I3-ln BE.VI.A.NTN HO.MAyVS
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NOTICE.--The partnership heretofore existing
lN between William Fenuer and Richard Van.
SAINT, under the firm Of flenner & 10. is this day
dissolved by mutual consent. All persons having
demands against the firm will please present them
for settlement. And. to those inJeb,ed we hope
they will make imnedi,te payment to K. Vanssnt,
who is authorized to settle up the business.
WIN. FLENNER.
~ RICHARD vANSANT.
February 9th, 1916.
N. b. The Merchant Tailoring business will
be continued at the old stand on Pennsylvania av.
enue, between FulIers and Galabrun's Hotels, by
the subscriber. select assortment Of Cloths, Gas
simeres and Vestings kept constantly on hand, and
made up to order at reduced prices for cash. or to
punctual customers.
Also, suspcnders, gloves, stocks cravats, shirts,
scarfs, &c. &c, sold cheap for Cash.
feb l3-f RICHARD vANSANT.
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WINTER MILLINERY
SELLING OFF.

Mrs. 8. PARKER having left over few Rich
Ill Silk, Satin, and Velvet Hats, will sell them
off without regard to the cost. These hats are Of
the latest Parisan winter styles, and in perfect con-
dition a....,@a5si5
Also, few very rich embroidered evening dresses.
Ribbon Flowers. &c, Sc. all Of which will sell
off in order to prepare for our Spring opening.
s#, t. g. PARKER'S
' Fancy and Perfumery Store, Pa. avenue.
a feb l3-2w .#tEut
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N s.. WILTON,
Inventor of Substitutes,

Has invented A TEMPERANCE NECTAR
as substitute for grog, and A VEGETABLE
YEAST, as a substitute for trouble IN culinary
ooerations. To be had at ]. HoLMEAD's Pennsyl-
vania avenue. submit my inventions for trial by
a republican public. Judge them from the effects
they produce. : ,,,,,,,roN
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GEARS PICTORIAL PUBLICATIONS are
- for sal at Browns Agency Office and Com
mission Store, street seventeen doors east Of the
Treasury Department
feb 7-2aW6wiD
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JOHN PETTIBONE.
OLIVER WHITTLESEY,

DEtLER in Paints, OILS, Glass, &c., e. street
~ Todd's Buildings. Washington, d. c., has Jus
received from the original inventors and sole manu-
tacturess, a large supply Of the genuine
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NTALUAbbE #UDi.LN g Corr,ars raa
Exuaesr. Great Nv, e,n panaeea Lf pil>
Fem, ,recance BIrts Hda j CailmhlI, SarSq Z.
Il H. Tx l,ertoran S,rup, bamaf Y Cnina, Hsara.
Liutrnent Ascou,tc Ot. Natocr's Relief and ,,h.
valuable MrdIc.D"s, ~ pdrs,' AZ Tie extensive cs-
tahllshmeut Of ComstocR & Co. Cortland street,
New York.
For sale at L +. BROWNS
Agency Office aud Commission store,
+ street. near Treasury Department.
feb 7-2aw6wiD
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4 NTHRACfTE coat. "A su,ortos lpt of
y Butter and other Coal cheap for cash only,
may be had # The subscriber. Ord RS received ut
the office. opposite s. $. Cocmans, or at the yard,
uear the Long Bridge.
feb 6-f JOHN PETTIBONE. R
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ssn prOvcd Cheer snrs
Escg' g'ssaaEsS.

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1%.Fo .5sEss
which meausnte unuGg qta t'as aIt a1ea
ha- NcGu l5li. y ,lWEt' N.Nr9. tr a.~r3
Mr.. Overs lJl a tha, elli ne ituHd II
toc amtas 1-.1 age press tor rnpu> l> w.,
for stores, as t.,sy ~ ~ sEutapl plmder d o04aho
entirely cut Of s,.t aud .G.e u dirt
Ud3.,ELIh5 eAaired asir,tpal Orders
left al Day Il Aii}e 2. Silver 1iatep between l2h
and l3,a streets. Pennsylvania avenue, Or ri the
Subscribers shop west of TIE War Office
ian la-t ~ DANIEL PIERCU
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t#rG u.Aa]~DN HD - #4 .,
Ft prN 'Hrs ..-,.atr~ nd Nssag4
"tle ~ ~' "se 1nli o3s.o ii IN a.#
~yle H'"'"f D." .t ta, y, apq Otter
@an oaN of"e Det F,lr g-arord, ,nt
gots w,-aa"f q ? d- u,r
Fhc l's Csu-D, sfG o
bHs g.tRlU prs ,s Fnlrl ash
(. quad hungb vrh s~a ar ~ o.
Fl" H'a"S 1lssiwern raut~ to 30
GatUy do 10 fCr Z UC
y. r@&1la Nes.-, ion . 3 81
BrFI 4asiN ar s 60
tiaa~a AID Ogereoats frou $40 - -. 90
eb 7,~tf HALL & BkOTHER.
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'ar. a s.-d tA 0tars 4, %. t'par. ttr .l.ti fSt-
,-yws j Amas at-,ay ss sar4sat6 &
sa,s a. rss ieBl 4 Alf
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| WIN. NOEL, Venitian Blind maker, south
| w side Pennsylvania avenue, between 9th and
10th streets Blinds Of all sizes and colors, fur
nished to order. Old blinds retrimmed and painted
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JONATHAN Il. WALKER.--House car
u penter and joiner on X street, shop corner X
and 9Th streets r#,s .4rsH
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DRISCOE & CLARKE, Dealers in Cloths, Cas-
ID simeres, Vestings, &c., Pennsylvania avenue,
a few doors west of Browns Hotel
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-. ~ a.r i. .s.st. 81 Suf Edfre4-
~ as .,iri i1.neg.. WN.al n.es III us.s
Burlington hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington, Iowa) 1845-185?, 1846-07-02
BURLINGTON, IOWA, JULY 2, 1916.

had made, the frui. trees they had planted.
&C., which gave them their value. And
he asked if gentlemen desired to force
these settlers 10 pay five dollars per acre
far their lands. or subject them to the I'M
certainty, or rather certainty, of having
their homes taken from them by the mer-
CHESS speculasorl He trusted that such
..nta;iid not be the decision of the committee.
ssMr Smith said that all experience had
shown The mischievous effects and evils
growing out Of this system of the govern
ment reserving lands and leasing them
the true policy of the government was to
dispose of her lands as speedily as posi-.
Bile, passing them into the hands of the
hardy and en,erprising farmer and miner,
at prices merely covering the cost TO the
government. If the reserved mineral
lands in Illinois, had been sold at 8 %
per acre soon after her admission into the
Union as State, the interest alone On
that sum would. 10 his opinion, double in
amount what the government will get tor
the lands. under any plan that can be
adopted. The sale Of the mineral lands
Ill hllssuutl, hC tiudshi, ohsu' W s"''''y
every member of The committee ,ha; ii
was idle and useless to hold up these
lands for high price. when all expert
ence went to show conclusively that these
lands. as whole. were not as valuable as
good farming lands. Mr. S. hoped gem
,iemen would see the necessity OF settling
this vexed question, and of doing sim
pie act of Justice to meri.orious settlers
upon these lands, by passing without
amendment, the bill as il came from the
committee. 1t would only be doing what
ough. to have been done long ago.
Here the chairman's hammer fell, the
hour having arrived for terminating the
| debate on the bill.
The time allotted for debate having
expired
The question was stated to be on the
amendmen. Of Mr. Ra,hbun, declaring that
said lands should not be sold for less than
| five dollars per acre.