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A GENCY ATwAsHINGToN.-1

A GENCY AT wASHIN GTON.-The sub
"A scnber will undertake the prosecution Of claims
domestic or foreign" before Congress or any 0
the departments Of the United States government
Claims for return Of duties; for lands for pensions
before the Indian Commissioner; or those ari sinE
under contracts, treaties, or otherwise.
Having visited the principal cities Of Europe, u
which he has correspondents Of long standing, HI
will also undertake TO transact any financial bust
ness with that continent.
Communications ''post paid ;" addressed TO
RoBrr A. PARRISH,
Washington, d. c.
REFER TO
William F. Havemeyer, mayor Of New York.
John NJ. Scott, ex-mayor Of Philadelphia.
Jacob g. Davies, mayor Of Baltimore.
William w. Seaton, mayor Of Washington.
Office in Concert Hall, near Browns Hotel
Feb. 28-6m
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A. G. CASTLE, M. d., Dentist,
3SI Broadway,

CORNER OF WHITE STREET, NEW YORK,
nR. CASTLE refers TO the Spanish, and the
IL late French and English ambassadors Don. r.
English consul; Rear Admiral Walton; Gen. Me
Cafthy; Governor Mason; DR., +. U. johnson, Pres-
dent Of Medical Society Of New York; Mrs. Gene
raj Gaines; the professors Of the College OF Physl-
clans and Surgeons of the State of New York; J. b.
Beck, M. D.; J. A. Smith, M. D.; DR.. Proud6t DR..
Beadie; Z Delaheld, NJ d.; J. G. Cheesman, M. ID.
]. A. Houston, M. b; A. II. Stevens, M. D.; DIR.
Torry; DR.. Derring; DR.. McReady, &c, DC, &c.
July dim
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DANIEL X. MINOR.
FULLER's upri.alIed soda water

EULLER,s upriyalIed soda water
IL This superior article, which received the I'M
qualified appreciation Of all who drank of it last
mer, may always be found during the present and
coming seasons, in s usual state of perfection. Ii
is made FRESH every day, upon an improved prnci-
pie, from water supplied by the best spring in the
city. The whole apparatus being entirely new, the
water is, of necessity, perfectly free from copper or
other deleterious matters.
The manufacturer having secured an unlimited
supply Of PURE ICE, and from increased facilities in
preparing and keeping cold, he confidently asserts
that It will at all times sustain (more it cannot do)
the high reputatios it acquired last year.
SUPERIOR SrRUPs in every variety, of his own
manufacture, constantly supplied.
He solcits particular attention to his SARSAPA-
RILLA MEAD SYRUP, "a universal favorite last
year, which is as palaable any Of the Fruit Syr-
ups, whilst il combines the purifying and Alternative
properties of the Sarsaparilla in high degree.
f. w. FULLER,
Druggist and chemist,
Corner of Penn. avenue and 18th st.
June 20-eod2w
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A UGUsTUs FISCHER, Attorney and

A UGUSTUs FISCHER, Attorney and
"A Counsellor at Law, Austin, Travis coun-
~, Texas will attend faithfully and promptly to any
business connected with his profession in this city
and the adjoining counties He will also attend to any
business in the land Office such procuring pate nts
perfecting titles, &C. Letters must he paid to pro-
cure attention.
REFERENCES.
Hon. J. P. Henderson, San Augustn.
Hon. Ebenezer Allen, Austin.
Hon. Memucan Hunt, Galveston
J. ID. Groesbeck, Houston.
Dolhonde & Groesbeck, New Orleans.
Jan IL Nat. Intel I
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EREE EXHIBITION -Plumbe Nation
~ al Daguerrean Gallery, and Photo

graphic Depots, established in 1870, ard award
ed the gold and silver medals, four first premiums,
chusetts, the New YORK, and the Pennsylvania ex-
hibnions, for the most splendid colored Dsguerreo-
types, and best apparatus.
Concert Hall, Pennsylvania dutnue, Washington Civ,
near Browns Hotel
205 Baltimore street, Baltimore, adjoining Camp
belTs jewellery store.
Sycamore street, Petersburg, Virginia.
PSI Broadway, New York.
rs Court street, Boston.
I36 Chestnut street, Philadelphia.
176 Main street, Cincinnati.
Broadway, Saratoga Springs.
Portraits aiken in any weather, in exquisite style
Apparatus, instructions, and al materials furnished
June eff
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EU ROPEAN HOTEL,
City or washington, near the Treasury
building

THE subscriber, having fully prepared and re-
Il plenished his well known hotel renewedly
solies the patronage Of his friends and the public
His tables will always be supplied with the best
the seasons aordj and whilst no effort will be spared
TO give entire satisfaction, his terms will be found
so moderate as TO command attention from residents
and strangers. There several elegantly furnish
ed suites OF apartments and single rooms ready for
immediate occupation. Those who wish permanent
board will find il highly advantageous to call. For
persons having business with the departments the
location Of the hotel is most convenient Foreign
will find their language spoken at this house. and
their comforts strictly considered. Parties accom-
modaied with refreshments of all kinds at the
shortest notice. Dinners sent to all parts Of the
city usual.
l.. GALABRUN.
June 81, l846-4meodif
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Superior stationery.

WM. FISCHER, importer Of fancy and sta
w pie stationery, parchment, cutlery, DC, &c,
has just received direct from Paris, by the ship
Orleans, Case ofcholce stationery comprising let
ter and tracing paper, envelops, fancy sealing wax
and waters OF various sizes. Some Of the paper is
very suitable for foreign correspondence, requiring
eight sheets 10 weigh half ounce. For wholesale
ane retail at Statoners' Hall, where articles sol
ng at reduced prices. June 3O-3taw2w
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College OF New Jersey.

NHE next session of this institution will begin
Il on Thursday, the 18Th Of august.
The following is a list of the instructors:
Rev. James Carnahan, D. D., president.
Rev John MacIean, d. D., vice president and
Professor Of the Greek language and literature.
Joseph Henry, M. D., LII. D., Professor of Nat
ural Philosophy.
John Torrey, NJ D., LII. D., Professor of Chem
istry and Natural History.
Stephen Alexander A. M, Professor of Mathe-
mates and Astronomy.
Rev. Matthew B. Hope, M. D., Professor of
Bellies Letires.
Evert M. Topping, A. NJ, Adjunct Professor of
the Greek and Latin Languages
A. Carbon de Sandraps, teacher of the French
language.
and Assistant Professor of Mathematics.
n Merritt Owen, A. NJ, Tutor in Mathematics.
John L. Duffeld, A. NJ, Tutor in Greek.
Thomas w. CateIl, A. NJ, Tutor in Latin.
Henry J. David, Teacher, pro tenn, of the Ger
man Language.
Lectures are delivered on the various subjects
studied during the college course, and ample provis-
ion is made for the Illustration of all the lectures on
natural philosophy, chemistry, natural history, and
astronomy. The college possesses an excellent ap-
paratns, museum Of natural history, comprising
valuable collections in zoology, botany, mneralogy,
and entomology.
The charge for tuition is S25 session, or $50
year.
There is no extra charge for instruction in French
or German.
Connected with the college there are two refecto-
ries, IN one Of which board is furnished at 81 IS
week. and in the other at 50 25. The highest price
for board in private families is 50 a week. During
the last year several students obtained board at
81 l2z week each, others at 81 25, and at 81 so,
and some as low as IS cents.
Persons wishing to enter college, should, if prac-
ticable, present themselves for examination at the
hp ntnn fnft la x1lta. L..
vious.
July 13-eod4w
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vFHE PRANCo-AMERICA 90 Nassau

THE FRANCO-AMERICA 90 Nassau
Il street, New York.--This new and beauu-
full French paper, commencing on Monday, April
6, will be issued every Monday, Wednesday, and
Friday, at the moderate rate Of So year; 50 for
six months; al so for three months.
Devoted TO the cause Of democracy, liberty Of re-
gon, and social amelioration, its columns will con-
tain the most exact and copious commercial, admin
istraiye, and judiciary information, and original lit
erary works Of the best writers Of both worlds,
sisting Of productions unpublished even in France;
scientific agricultural critical and other articles, to-
gether with the Paris fashions, &c.
The moderate price, both Of subscription and ad-
yersing, together with the quantity and interest Of
the contents Of this paper advantages possessed
by no other Of the same kind in the United States.
Agent, J. MlCHARD,
18th st., between +. and G.
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BOARDING.

M RS. M. GRIM, 100 Walnut street, (between
1vl 4th and 5th,) Philadelphia, having connected
with her old establishment the large and commodi-
Gus house adjoining, is now prepared to aceommo-
date an additional number Of gsnieel boarders She
has several large and airy apartments for families
travellers, and others.
Warm and cold baths are attached TO the house
and every attention paid by herself and waters.
The situation is central. Terms moderate.
June l9-eolm
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CHAs. c. REINHARDT's patent gIas
~ pad double and single lever truss

(patentsd Sept "a, l944) for the support and cure
Of rupture, OF hernia, suitable TO all and ages
for men, women, and children.
This truss has the superiority of any heretofore
in USE first, on Of Us durability and clean
lness, the rupture pad eng Of glass, lin any
shape or fornl) the adjustments Of the springs To
suit the action OF the body, and calculated to be
fitted to either side. The rupture pad (glass) has
double motion: first, by revolving on its own
axis; second by the lever to which il is attached,
and where said lever is connected TO the main
spring. The superiority which this truss has over
others is obvious in this, that il is eectual in
retaining the parts in their proper place, and
kin. due pressurei II is always elean its shape or
form is durable, which in stuffed pads Is not the
case, LAS they become saturated with the fluids
from the body.) The umbiics truss is unaur-
passed, being so adapted as to remain perfectly
secure where applied
As proof OF is efficacy fthe great number that
has been vended, not one Of the owners has been
dissatisfied, but have spoken in the most commends-
bic terms Oft.
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BANK OF the METROPOLIS, July Is, 1886.
A Il a meeting Of the stockholders Of this bank
IA on the 9th instant, the following named gen.
tlemen were reelected trustees for the ensuing year:
John Boyle, Lewis johnson,
Nath Pope Causin, John w. Maury,
Thos. Carbery, George Parker,
Geo. w. Graham, James Thompson.
Charles Hill,
And at the meeting of the trustees this day John
w, Maury, esq, was unanimously reelected pres.
ident Of the board.
July 10
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AIDES, ORDINARY

ADiES UHDIN ANf'-FOI Vas OV3IeI a0
IL commodatlon of ladies visiting Washington
ily on business, or for pleasure the subscriber has
arranged for an excellent ordinary, with the neces
sary psrlors and apartments, Every attention will
be rendered TO yisiters in order TO make them com
Portable. The charges Will be very moderate.
The gendemens ordinary will be continued as
usual. L. GALABRUN,
European Hotel, Pennsylvania avenue, near the
Treasury Buildings.
April AIM
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w. ii. stevens, and Emmons, hatters, No.
I, Browns Hotel.

HUMMER HATS at reduced prices
~ In accordance with our usual custom at this
sage Of the season, shall offer the remnant OF
our stock of summer hats, at reduced prices. We
have limited number OF Oregon beaver, white and
pearl csssimeres, Panama, Leghorn, and fancy brai.
ded hats, in which purchasers may avail the m,eves
Of bargains.
We have also on our shelves fine assortment OF
elegant, light French style, black moeskIn and bea-
yer hats, TO which we invite attention.
July l5-2awl0t
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CoLLEoroRs oyyicE, June "A, 1886.
CITY TAXES-Notice 10 delinquents.
u All persons whose taxes on real OF person al
property remain due and unpaid, are hereby notified
g The law directs, that payment Is required TO be
made within sixty days from the date hereof other
wise their properly will be subject to be levied upon
tdyertised, and sold 10 satisfy said taxes.
A. RoTHWRLL, Collector.
June 25-2aw2m F..
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CANDERsoN's FRANKLIN HOUSE,
- Chestnut street, between Sd and 4th,

SANDEHSON'S FRANkLlN HOUSE,
- Chestnut street, between Sd and 4th,
Philadelphia.-The subscriber having purchased
Of the Messrs. Sandersons the lease, furniture, and
fixtures Of this popular and central hotel desires to
inform his friends and the public that il will be re-
opened for their reception on the LIST day Of July
next having been, during the greatly enlarged,
thoroughly renovated and furnished. There has
been added very large and convenient dining
saloon for gentlemen, private ordinary for ladies',
several new parlors and commodious chambers,
with other important improvements, which will
greatly conduce TO the comfort and convenience Of
visitors.
The catering and culinary departments will be ex-
clusively under the control Of Mr.. JAMES M.
SANDERSoN, whose ability to manage that por-
ton of the establishment it IL well known, is un-
surpassed in this country. The celebrated "Chef
de Cuisinen Peetier 10 also retained together with
a numerous corps Of capable and obhging assistants
and the undersigned pledges himself that nothing
shall be wanting on his par TO make the "Franklin"
the me plus uitra" Of comfort, convenience and good
eating. 'EI5 VI. ...
July 6-3m DANIEL X. MINOR.
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NJ 0TICE.-Charles P. Van Ness, esq, having
~ advertised, through the public press, for the
will of the late Gen. John p Van Ness of the city
of Washington, and the undersigned, widow of the
said John P.Van Ness, having also good reason for
the belief that such will does, or at least did, exist
reward of $500 is offered for the discovery of the
existence or fate of any such will. ......
And all persons indebted to the estate Of said Gen
John p Van Ness, or having business relations
Herewith, are hereby cautioned against making pay
ments and concentrating contracts, or doing any
other act thing to the validity of which the sane
zion of the undersigned is necessary. ...
The undersigned will ratify and carry into effect
at the proper time, allconracts and business nego
tatIons according to the intentions of her late nus
band ... .......
MARY ANN VAN NESS.
July I4-3taw3w 00'
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DERSONS suffering with tooth a che will
Il be cured in one minute by applying Wheeler's
reaberry Tooth WASH and still have the tooth pro-
tected from all decay. Soreness Of the gums is al
cured by ii. Softness of the gums is cured; and
bleeding of the gums is entirely stopped. The teeth
gums, and mouth, are always kept pleasant, and in
the best state of health, by its use.
Ii cured tooth ache and soreness of the gums for
JULIANNE CUTHERAL.
1t cured tooth-ache in his family.
FRAS PROVOST.
Soreness of the gums of several years. duration
as cured by it for her. .-.-- - -.
MARY SULLIVAN.
I, cured scurf and ulcer Of the gums for him.
M. CANISTER.
Sold by Fish e. Co., Nos. l and 2, Browns Ho-
tel principal Office for the United States No. So
Chestnut street, Philadelphia
Dec 24--1v .-.. ...... ..
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A CARD.

Fine family carriage at private sale.
THE subscriber has for private sale a
j. LaDdeau carriage, lined with yellow satin,
made by Wood & Garfield, New York, Of the best
material, and now in perfect order.
| will sell il reasonable and on a credit Of three
and six months for approved endorsed notes bear
ing interest. Apply TO A. GREEN,
Auction and commission merchant, Concert Hail.
Browns Hotel, Penn. avenue
July 14-3eod
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WHEAT FANs.--I can supply wheat
w fans from all the factories in this country,
and upon the most approved plans. Specimens Of
all Of which may be at the store opposite the Post
Office. Prices from SIS to $35. $500.
June ~ J. r. CALLAN.
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NAVY AeENT's OFFICE,

NAVY AGENT's OFFICE,
July H. 1876.
PROPOSALS will be received at this
Il Office until o'clock on Tuesday, the 18th day
of the present month, (July for Transporting from
the navy-yard in this city to the navyyard at New
York the following water tanks, via
Two sets iron water tanks measuring about g. 800
cubic feet each set to be delivered in New York in
fifteen days from the time the contract for their de-
livery is made. ...:7 ..
WIN. B. SCOTT,
July IA Navy Agent.
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July l6-3t

THE eopartnership formerly existing between
Il J, T. q c. King, is this day renewed, we
have taken the store lately occupied by Harper q
Co., between 18th and 18th streets, Pennsylvania
avenue, where we shall open the most splendid
sortment Of lace goods and fancy articles that were
ever brought to this city. The goods are rich and
fashionable, ard will be sold uncommonly cheap
We sha be pleased to see our old friends and Gus
toners, and will treat them with great bargains.
JAMES T.. KING,
CHARLES KING.
July lG-A
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VTALUABLE FARM AT PRIvATE
Pleasure Excursion TO Piney Point, Old
Point, Norfolk, and Cape Henry.

a ~~-u The steamer 0SCE0LA will leave
.sc Washington for the above places, on
Saturday next, the 18th inst, at 9 o'clock q. M,
and Alexandria at halEpast 3, arrive at Piney
Point about 5 p. M. and at Old Point and Norfolk
early next morning. She will leave Norfolk again
at half-psst 6, a m, for the Point and the Capes,
and return about 7, p. m.
Returning the osceola vii leave Norfolk Mon
dsy evening, and arrive at Washington about IL
next day.
Passage and fare 10 Piney Point and return, So;
To Norfolk, and return, So; for gentleman and lady
sl0 through 10 Richmond for 81.
Music will be in attendance
JAMES Mitchell,
July l6 Captain.
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WTILLIAM C. BRENT, Attorney and
w Counsellor at Law, Washington. D. C.,

w Counsellor at Law, Washington, d. c.,
will commence the practice of his profession in con-
nexon with II. III. DENT, ESQ.,; and in addition to
the usual business of the legal profession, will attend
claims which may come before Congress, or either
Of the executive departments or bureaus, or before
any domestic international tribunal created for the
adjustment of private claims, and in general to any
claims or rights Of property, in which his profess
siona services may be useful III. a....". r.E
Office (the same occupied by Mr.. Dent) Al street,
west side, near City Hall. ....... .. a-....... .
Gs- The undersigned will continue prompt and
careful attention to the branches Of business referred
to in the above card. and particularly to any cases
in the Supreme Court ofthe United States, in which
he may be retained.
III. III. DENT.
Feb lO-eotf National Tptell0ancer
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REAurIEuL RESIDENCE FoR SALE

THE subscriber will SELL at private sale, thai
IL beautiful residence on the heights Of George
town, az the moth termination Of Congress street.
This properly is too well known TO persons in the
nsighbOrhood 20 require description. But 10 induce
pOn-resdsnts 10 view IT, would slate that the build
ings are Of the most duSsble and complete finish
very commodious, and possessing great advantage
En gentleman ofeasy forty e, who wishes TO re-
lire from the busile and noise Of the town or ei'y
There are attached TO the part now offered Tor sail
about ten acres Of land; but II desired, ~ or D
more might lie bought with the property Tn
buildings contain eleven rooms altogether. Few
places exceed this property for salobrty Of air, ane
for the many advantages connected with IT, As -
10 presumed that any one wishing 10 purchase woulo
view the property, il is not deemed necessary 70
give more particular description. This property
was the residence Of the Hon. John G. Calhoun
while he was Secretary Of War The subscribe
will receive proposals for this properly and vii
show il 10 any one desiring 10 see IT, As il Is with
out the limits Of Georgetown, II is free from any
other than county tax, which is very inconsidep
bic. b. MAcKALL.
June l6-eod2w
JAMES p. TUSTIN offers his services to his
al friends in the District elsew a Collect
or, Copyist, and Agent Communications address
ed to the advertiser at Washington (post paid will
meet with prompt attention. Residence 9th street,
Immediately in The rear Of the Patent Office.
May l6-Jaw6m fCol. Founl
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THE DAILY UNION
sCOuRsE of fhs aaoan

"A DISCOURSE Of tbs Baconisn Phiios-
IA ophy, by Ssmhel Tyler, OF the Mar yiand bar.
second edition enlarged, 1916. One volume, price
one dollar
June 30 +. TAYLOR
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EEPING ARTICLEs.-The

HOUSEKEEPING RTIC l. f S.-The
IL subscribers have just received from New York
general supply of furnishing articles, such as
ga, "a, and 1914 damask table diaper
ga, 1914, and PA satin damask tablccloths
SO and "a super satin damask table napkins
80 fringed satin damask doies
Ga, IA and "a cloths
Worsted and oil-colored table covers
"a oil-coIored French damask for piano COW
ers, &c.
7-8 and "a bleached and unbleached table
diaper
Huckaback, Scotch, Russia, and other towel
lngs
sd linen sheeting for pillow cases
"a Irish linens, great variety, and very cheap
Embroidered curtain muslin, very cheap
Oi-panted Gothic window shades
1914, ia, and i2.4white quilts, handsome and
cheap
Furnity dimity and chintzes, great variety
5 pieces low-priced Competing, which we are
anxious to close, and viii be offered at sac
fifce
Mosquito and colored grapes and nets for Gov
ering frames, &c.
Together with every other article usually found in
line, all OF which are prepared TO offer to our
friends and those who may favor with call upon
accommodating terms. 1s.4
June s7--s sws&if 's'7 'T7 ''8
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CERTIFICATES.

BALTIMORE, May Is, 1886.
Mr.. C. c. RERHARDT; | have examined and
used TO some extent the truss Of Mr.. Charles C..
Reinhardt II is an instrument well adapted to
treatment Of hernia and especially the accomplish
ment Of the radical cure. | do not hesitate to re-
commend it as AN ingenious and useful instrument.
N. r. SMITH, M. ID.
Prof Of Surgery.