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DOOTS AND SHOES, just received
Is We have full and complete assortment Of
Mems Boots, Booees, Nullifers and Caters, Ladies
Caters, Half Caters, Kid d Morocco Buskins, Ties
and Slippers, French style Misses Cater Beotss
HalfGafters. Buskins, Ties and Slippers, together
with complete assortment OF Chidrens Shoes,
which we will sell at the very lowest cash prices.
r. l.. SMALLWOOD 81 CO.,
Pennsylvania avenue, between 9th and 10th streets
may 2-tf
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New HOuse-Furnishing Ware
Room.

TyHE subscriber respectfully informs his custom
i ers and the public generally, that he has
opened Ware Room on 9th street. near the ave-
nue., where he is continually receiving FRESH
SUPPLIES Of goods in the Housekeepers line ;
viz:
AMERICAN AND BRITISH CUTLERY,
ShoyeL and Tongs HolloiOare, Woodloare, Brush
es, Baskets, Britaniaoare, Teatrays IeLocipedes,,
together with large collection of USEFUL and
FANCY articles, too numerous to mention. sale
store at the old stand, Pennsylvania avenue, near
OH street. GEO. SAVAGE.
feb 27-n
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE.

iOOOD Vt nLE ItnCElN j lAllV6 6S.
Soon after the meeting of the House, the bill
tor the pay of the army was taken up in COM
mittee of the whole.
Mr. Tibbatts offered an amendment, to give
volunteers for Texas ten dollars month and
sixty acres of land, if they serve to the end of
the war.
He supported his proposition in an able
speech, insisting that, as we relied mainly for
our defence on volunteers, we should make
them some remuneration for the sacrifices they
make and the services they perform. He was
for bringing the war 10 speedy conclusion.
Mr.. Dromgoole defended the President, and
insisted that as Mexico had chosen the sword,
the questions at issue should be decided by the
sword.
Mr.. Cooke delivered few remarks in sup
port of the war.
The committee voted on the various amend
ments, and arose, when the amendments were
concurred in by the House.
The bill was passed, and appropristes about
six millions and a half-yeas i9l, nays none:
And the House, al 8 o'cloch, adjourned.
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A PROCLAMATiON
B Y THE PRESID Mt
u the +. V. T. A. Society.

A PROCLAMATION.
Whereas, it has been satisfactorily ascertain
60 'nat large majority Of the sober and right
IIn; 1lnueu PoIuon OF the sovereign people Of the
and unalienable!right, repeatedly declared ,Iss
by thousand aggressive acts. Of The most
atrocious and revolving character. committAd
by the miserable, deluded, besotted. and insane
subjects Of the Kingdom Of Intemperance
against their peace. prosperity, honor, and hap
piness, state of War exists betweeen that 70
vernment and the United States:
Now, therefore. /, GEORGE SAVAGE.
President of the " Freemen's Vigilant Total
Abstinence Society, do hereby proclaim the
same to all whom il may concern and do sps-
cially enjoin upon all persons holding Office Of
whatever grade under appointment OF this So
cety, that they evince, at this crisis, by dili-
gent and faithful performance Of their sppro-
pirate duties, that conscientious regard for the
public good which should distinguish those
who are elevated to Office by the confidence of
their fellow-citizens, and which the country
has right to expect and demand from them I;
and do moreover invoke the aid Of all Ahs geod
people Of the United States, as they prize the
lnestlmable privileges which they enjoy, ~
they love their country, their altars, and their
homes, as they feel for the peace, the honor,
and the happiness Of their children as they de-
sire their own temporal and eternal happiness,
that they strain every nerve, and to the utmost.
now exert themselves to close the food gaies
Of intemperance which have so long deluged
the land with misery; that they support and
invigorate all such measures as may Be adept
ed by the several organized bodies Of the
friends Of Temperance, in aid Of Religion, the
heaven born principle which enables men to
control and conquer their inordinate desires
and appetites, and that they now, now. when
the exigencies of their beloved country require
" sound minds in sound bodies, !" both in
council and in the field, that they now CONS
up to the aid Of their Country, Of Religion, and
Humanity, enlist for the War, and never
ground their arms until the Demon King shall
have been put to fight, and the foul foot
prints OF his myrmidons no longer polluts our
soil.
Given under my hand and seal, at the City
of Washington, upon this nineteenth Of
4. 8. May, Ammo Domini one thousand eight
hundred and forty six, and of the TOTAL
Abstinence Pledge, the thirteenth.
GEORGE SAVAGE.
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For Sale.

TTHE materials, presses, types, lists, and good
will of tho MadIsonian, United States Journal,
and Daily Times, together with the list Of the Dem
ocratic Expositor, consisting of some 600 subscn-
hers. The materials are valued at $4,000. There
are also debts due the several Offices amounting TO
$4,000. The office will be sold separate from the
debts. il desired To purchaser for cash great
bargain may be had The whole establishment Is
free from debt or lien Of any and every kind.
Apply to = T. p.;.,or Do
NAV 1875 iIoPi'oto'.
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Dry Goods. Dry Goods !

lYNHE subscriber has just returned ficm the
= North with weEassorted stock Of Spring
and Summer Goods, among which may be found
Rich French Lawns and Bazarines
Graduated Lawns and Ginghams
Mourning Lawns and Ginghams
French, English, and American Prints
Black and Blue-black Silks
Swiss, Null, Book, and Plaid Musiins
Black and Blue-black Alpacas, Black Grape
Shawls and Scarfs, rich Berege Silk
Worsled & Embroidered Canton Crepe Shawls
Rich Berege and Silk Scarfs
White, black, and lead colored Moreen for skirts
Grass and Muslin Skirts
Irish Linen, Table Diaper and MarseiIles To-
let Covers
Plain and Hemstitched Lnen-cambric Hand
kerchiefs
Parasols and Parasolets
Marseilles and Satin Vestngs
Fancy Casslmeres, Summer Cloths, DC.
Boys wear Of every kind and quality
Hosiery and Gloves of every description and
price
Bonnets, Paris Lace, English Lace, Lace Nea-
English Straw, Rutland Braid, and Florence
Braid.
In fact, have full assortment Of all Kinds
seasonable goods, and will sell at small advance
for cash or to punctual customers.
WILLIAM II. RILEY,
Corner 9Th street, and opposite Centre Market
anYil 2-tf
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DIR. SchWartZe's

TTNRIVALLED COMPOUND EXTRACT
" OF SARSAPARILLA.-The afflicted are
respectfully referred to the advertisement Of the
above celebrated preparation in the "Sun," which
has produced such astonishing cures in this Dis
trict. Also, the celebrated Chrome Thermal Ague
Pill which never fails to cure the most inveterate
Ague in IL hours. The proprietor can refer the
afflicted to hundreds of cures performed by the
above remedies. april s-tf.
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Reported for the Columbian Fountain.
Tw enty-ninth Congress:
FIRST SESSION.
SENATE.
SENATE.
TUESDAY, May 10, ls46.

Mr.. Benton, from the committee on Military
Affairs, reported bill supplementary to the
act for prosecuting the existing war with Msxi-
co.
The bill to adjust suspended pre-empton
land claims was passed.
The bill providing for the support Of the
Post Office Department was taken up, and
was, after brief debate, laid aside.
The Senate discussed the French spoilation
bill And adjourned.
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THERE'S THE PLACE, 18th street and
ri Canal-Just received, and now landing car
20 Of bords saw'd aths pailings post rails, Joists
scantling, sills, together with an assortment OF \
ga white pine and cypress plank.
Also dressed flooring, N. c. joists and stepping.
FOR RENT.-A brick house on lth street.
april 25-f WARD IL LEHMAN.
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TARIFF OR NO TARIFF
TgAT,S THE OUESTJON

lHdI - LIE VOGpllON
I'm view Of the great number of strangers expect
J. ed to visit Washington during the continuance
Of the National Fair, and to attend the Grand Tenn
perance Celebration to be held on the 22d inst, as
well ss that Of the Odd-Fellows on the 25th inst.
the subscribers have supplied themselves with large
stock Of Hair and Shuck Mattresses, Beds and Bed
ing, with general assortment Of new and second
hand House-furnishing Goods, which we offer for
sale on the most liberal terms.
l.. s. BECK n SON,
House Furnishing Store, Pennsylvania avenue, be-
tween 9th and 10th streets, South side.
may 1l-tf
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Many more testimonials are existing approving
of "Wheeler's Teaberry Tooth Wash"
SOLD at Nos and q Browns Hotel, by
M H. STEVENS e. EMMONS,
(Late o. Fish & Coz
Principal Office for the United States No. So,
Chestnut street, Philadelphia. may 7-ly
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Keep Clean.

HNHE largest assortment of the best BRUSHES
u constantly kept on hand at my Hardware and
Variety Store, Pennsylvania avenue. near 9th street.
wholesale and retail. GEO. SAVAGE.
april 22-tf NAT. Intelligencer st.
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CONGRESS- HOOKS, LAW BOOKS,

CONGRESS BOOKS, LAW BOOKS,
MEDICAL BOOKS, AMERICAN HISTORY,
II &c. The subscriber has fer sale, at his Store,
near corner of Al street and Pennsylvania avenue,
washington, a large stock Of
LAW BOOKS.
Among them are all the elementary works; also,
The English and American Common Law and
Chancery Reports All the New York and Mary
land Reports: some Of the Virginia Reports The
Law Library, SO vols, together with a handsome
selection Of such other Law Books as are suitable
for the Washington market.
CONGRESS BOOKS.
All the Laws, Documents, Journals, Registers of
Debates, and all books subscribed for published
by Congress- to be had in quantities at the sub
scribers The
MEDICAL BOOKS
were selected by the gentlemen Of the Faculty in
the District. The collection embraces all the STAN
dard and elementary works.
"AMERICAN HISTORY"
Some of the American Books are very old and
rare; and all the late works on American subjects
are to be found in this Chapter.
MISCELLANEOUS BOOKS"
All the current literature Of the day will be found
among these in all the various fashionable bindings
RELIGIOUS BOOKS.
All the Bibles, Prayer, and Hymn Books, Of al
most all the different denominations in all kinds Of
bindings.
"BLANK BOOKS AND STATIONERY"
handsome assortment of Blank Books, and
all kinds of Stationery, for sale as above.
The Books will be sold as cheap as at any other
Bookstore in the United States
march 7-f GEORGE TEMPLEMAN
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JOHN w. DAVIS, Of Indiana.

WASHINGTON CIrY, d. G.
February 20, ls43.
Having enjoyed the professional services of DR..
j. Smith Dodge, / most cordially recommend him
to my friends and the public as most accomplished
operator in Dental Surgery, and every way entitled
to their personal and professional confidence.
HORACE STRINGFELLOW,
Rector Trinity Church.
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A Card.

VUNHE undersigned considering himself duly
il qualified, offers his services to the citizens
of Washington for the drawing of plans and spe-
cifcations Of dwelling or other houses, and also as
measurer of builders work. Charges moderate,
H may be consulted between the hours Of ana
70 O'Clock, A. M, at Mr.. Purdy's Office, Lumber
Yard, 7th street, Market-House square
feh 27-f JOHN G. HARDNESS.
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THOMAS ]. McCURDY.

From much severe suffering of myself, and others
Of my family, with decayed Teeth and sore Gums,
and the many respectable testimonials highly in favor
Of Wheeer's Teabery Tooth Wash, was induced
10 give il trial. after which my family used it, and
rejoice to say that it did perform thorough and
effeetua cure for ALL and is the best article that
ever knew Of would recommend its use to those
who may be suffering JESSE MOoRE.
w. Wheeler.
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yALUABLE LOTS FOR SALE.

TWILL SELL, on reasonable terms, all, or part
Of lots and 9, in square 247, fronting 100
'so. nhe burnt cottage,) containing about 1900
no'u, Ca, of around the title indisputable, and
squso sqhared REBECCA X. BILLING,
1ho. .sh oa-1 L street. between 9th and 10th
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DIED.

In this city. on Monday, the 18th instant,
FouNTAIN ALEXANDER MERIT, in the Gath
year of his age.
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DENTAL SURGERY
DODGE 4 PARMELE,

MENTAL SURGEONS, Of Bond-stroct, New
II York, having practised the three past winters
in this city, respectfully announce to their friends
and the public that they have concluded t. keep
their Washington Office open during the entire year
in future at their present location on
PENNSYLVANIA Ape., betUeen 9th & 10Th SITS.
where one or both Of the partners may always be
found in attendance. They respectfully tender their
professional services to their friends and the public
and invite all who may require the advice and skill
of the experienced and practical Dentist to call on
them learn their terms, and examine their claims to
public confidence and patronage. They would par
tcuary call attention to their patent methed Of fast
ening artificial teeth when set gold plate, which
is used by them alone in the city Of Washington.
The most prominent advantages are the following:
lst. It saves the pain attendant upon the removal
of the roots of the front teeth when in healthy
condition, and makes those roots highly useful in
fastening the artificial teeth
I'd. 1t gives the teeth greater frmncss, rendering
them always much less troublesome and more use.
full in the process Of masticaton than the common
mode.
3d. It renders it easy to remove and replace the
teeth, which, together with the peculiar simplicity
of the fastenings, enable the wearer to keep them
always clean.
The great improvement secured by this patent
needs DuC 10 Do seen ia OIOoI 10 Do unuoIstOOO ana
used to be appreciated. II is universally commend
ed by those who have availed themselves Of its ad-
vantagcs.
RECOMMENDATIONS.
From the Hon. SiLas Wright, late ofMe U. s. Sen
ate, nop Governor Of Ne,o York.
Washington, D. G., Feb. Is, ls43.
DR.. j. Smith Dodge upon his arrival in WASH
ington to open an Office Surgeon Dentist, pre-
sented to me letters from several friends in New
York Of the highest responsibility and standing,
tanning the strongest and most favorable testmoni-
ais, both to the excellence of his private charac-
ter, and his superior professional qualifications.
These satisfactory evidences Of the man and the
Dentist induced me at once to engage the profess
siona services Of Mr.. Dodge for my own family
and my wife and myself are now able, from person.
al experience to add own equally favorable tes
timony in his favor gentleman and skilful
Dentist This testimony is thus given by me, as
well in obedience to the earnest solicitations of re-
spectacle and worthy friends in New York, who
have for many years experienced The skill and del-
ity of the Doctor in his profession, as to my convc-
tions of his personal and professional merit.
SILAS WRIGHT
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From the Hon. John w. Dauis, Speaker ofMe

From the Hon. John w Dauis Speaker ofthe
House of Representatives.
Washington, D, c., Dec. 23, ls45
take pleasure in stating that DR.. l.. Parmele Of
this city has executed for me an excellent piece of
work in the line Of his profession one which sew
eral other Dentists of high repute declined to UNDER
take as being impracticable, but by the skill Of
DR.. p, it has been done, not only in good profess
siona style, but is highly seviceable and satisfac-
tory.
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ALEXANDRIA AND WASHINGTON
ROAT.

4 s.eu The steamboat PHENIX having
&48U resumed her route, the hours Of de.
parture, until further notice, will be as follows;
Leave Alexandria at 7, 9, IL, ., 4, and O'Clock.
Leave Washington at g, 10, IL, 3, s, and 2 do.
J. GUY,
may l2--n Captain.
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From Isaac l. TIbbals, Esq, Of Baltimore.
BALTIMORE, Oct. ~, 1645.

I take pleasure in recommending DIR. l. Par
mele As possessing, in my Judgment superior skill
and ability for the duties Of his profession, and 40
80 with great confidence, as my long acquaintance
with him has afforded me many opportunities OF
witnessing the success OF his operations, ano my
own teeth, after lapse Of several years Sncs
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MARRIED.

On Thursday evening, the l4th inst, by ths
Rev. Mr.. Stringfellow, Mr.. THOMAS w. RILEY
TO Miss MARY Youro, all OF Washington.
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Certificates Of Ladies and Gentlemen ot
PHILADELPHIA.

1t is with gratitude that send the following cor
ti6cats hoping that many who suffer will be led by
perusal Of it, to obtain Whseer's Teaberry Tooth
Wash, which article | used and it has efectually
cured tooth ache, soreness Of the gums, removed
scurf from my teeth and fully believe has entirely
arrested all decay Of them. | trust that all who
suffer, having either of the same species of com
plant, will as soon as possible use Wheelers Tea
berry Tooth Wash, that they may be relieved.
JULIANA CULTURAL.
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PRESERVE THE TEETH.

Ivan Dotter - Il 70 curc the Toothachs in enc
- minute, BY uains Wheelsr's Teabeuy Tooth
Wash, than to suffer the aching also 70 cure sore
ness Of the gums, soness Of the gums, stop bleed
ing Of the gums, and always keep the teeth, gums
and mouth pleasant and in the best state of health
To show the length of time for which this article
has been patronized by the public, the following
copyright is published:
Eastern District Of PennsyIvania, TO
owe wit: Be it remembered, That on the
81 second day of February, Ammo Dom
!: : ini, one thousand eight hundred and
5!llss f0rty-two,
Of the said District hath Deposited in this Office the
Title of Book, the title of which is in the words
following, to wit:
TEADERRY TOOTH WASH.
The right whereof he claims as Proprietor, in
conformity with act of Congress, entitled "An
Act to amend the several Acts respecting Copy
Rights" FRA'S HOPKINSON,
Clerk Of u. g. Dist. Court.
ls42, Feb. I'd, Copy deposited.
CHAS. F. HEAZLETT.
Certificates Of Magistrates Of the City Of
Philadelphia.
Having made use of your much celebrated Tea
berry Tooth w ASH, loel convinced tndt 1t III the
best article have ever known, and hereby warmly
recommend its use to the public in general as a
pleasant and eficacious article for preserving the
Teeth and Gums
ROBERT E. JOHNSTON.
For number Of years my Teeth and Gums were
so much out of order as to prevent me from eating
with pleasure, and caused me much pain. Having
heard Of Wheeer's Teaberry Tooth Wash, do
certify that tried one small bottle of it, and in less
than two weeks my Teeth and Gums were sound
and good. believe that the use Of it would be an
advantage to many others. j. BRAZER.
Certificates Of Members Of the Philadelphia
Bar.
Having used Wheeler's Teaberry Tooth Wash
and powder, have found them to possess cleansing
and purifying properties and while they Written and
beautfy the Teeth, they have beneficial effect up
on the gums by imparting to them free and health.
full action. F. A. RAYNOLD.
have used Wheeler's Teabeny Tooth Wash,
and its effects upon my Teeth and Gums have given
to me high opinion Of its merits. cheerfully re-
commend it to the general use.
H. R. KNEAss.
My daughter has used Wheelers Teaberry Tooth
Wash and powder, and has found its effects to be
cleansing and publication Of the gums, and sweet
ening Of the mouth. have no hesitation in recon-
mendng it as the most beneficial preparation for the
teeth have ever seen.
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Wheelcr's Teabery Tooth Wash having cured
soreness of the gums, and efectualy stopped bleed
ing of the gums, deem it debt of gratitude for
the relief which it afforded me, and duty owed to
my fellow beings to say, that it is my firm convic-
tion, that those who will use Wheeler's Teabery
Tooth Wash, for the teeth and gums, will find that
it is an important article.
THOMAS 4 Mc(,TfRnV
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From DR.. Mott, President and Professor Of Surgery
IN the University, .Nsw York
New YoRK, Nov %, lS42.
have been familiar with the reputation Of J.
smith Dodge as practical Dentist for many
Years. In the opinion Of my friends who have OK.
nerienced the benefit Of his skill, can place full
confidence. can therefore most cneeriuiiy re-
.on,rnend him to those who seek relief from the
n'a''o''' : VALENTINE MOTT, M. D.
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n1RIs MILLINERY, Just opened at Mrs.
y sp.S p.,1.,. Fancy stors. April.
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Wheelers Teabery Tooth Wash having removed
scurf and cured soreness of the gums, which had
troubled for two years, it is my belief that it is
highly useful article, and that it is advisable to
those who suffer with the teeth and gums to make
use Of it. MARY SULLIVAN.
Your Teabery Tooth Wash cured the tooth ache
and also soreness Of the gums in my family, and
send you this certificate that those who suffer with
tooth ache or soreness of the gums may know that
it is remedy for them, and very pleasant Tooth
Wash. FRA'S. PROVOST.
w. Wheeler.
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PAPER-HANGING
And UphOlstering Store, on Pennsylvania


And Uph0lstering Store, on Pennsylvania
Avenue, betDeen 9M and 10th streets.
N MOORE has just received an elegant assort-
IL. ment Of Paper. Hangings, suitable for halls,
parlors, chambers, drawing and dining-rooms.
Also, large collection of Firescreens, and fine
Velvet and plain Borders to match.
ID. Moore has made arrangements at some OF t-e
best factories in this country to be constantly get
ting in store the latest styles of Paperhangings,
which will be sold at very small profits for cash, at
the old stand Of Muller & Moore
march 2s-tf.
nERFUMERIES, HAIR BRUSHES,
COMBS.-S. PARKER has just returned
from New York with the best and largest asse IT.
ment of fine Fancy Goods ever opened in Wash
ington. Among which are the latest styles of
Shell and Buffalo Tuck Combs, Dressing d i.
And beautiful assortment Of fine-teeth Combs.
Hair Brushes Nail and Tooth do.
great variety Of the latest styles Of Fans,
Reticules, &c.
In Perfumeries we have most varied assort-
ment Of odors for tho Handkerchief
Colognes, Lavender. Bay Rum, &c.
Oils, Pomatums, Noel De Beaut for beautify-
ing and promoting the growth Of the hair.
Washes for the hair, hair dyes, &c.
s. PARKER,
Fancy and Perfumery Store,
Pennsylvania avenue, between 9th and 10th streets.
nAGUERREoTYPE APPARATUs-A first
u rate Daguerreotype Apparatus for private sale
IN modarate terms, by B. HOMANS,
Auction and Commission Merchant
Pennsylvania avenue, between 10th & lth streets.
april 2e-f
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Owing to having taken cold, but mostly in conse-
quence Of the acid Of paint used in coorng prints
my teeth became very much injured, giving excru-
catng pain at intervals, for between two and three
years. Wheeler's Teabery Tooth Wash was used,
and has entirely cured them, which, in certificate
form, send, that those who wish perfect remedy
for painful teeth, and also desire pleasant Tooth
Wash, may with confidence try Wheeler's Teaberry
Tooth Wash. MARY A. TAYLOR.
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av.ing myself Of his professional services, attest

svailing myself Of his professional services attest
the correctness of my opinion.
ISAACI TIBBALS.
In addition to tho above testimonials are those
of--Rey. T. J. Sawyer, Minister of the Orchard
street Church; Rev. John M. Macauley; Rev.
VIM. s. Balch, Pastor of Bleecker street Church;
Thomas Hertell, Esq. James r. Whiting, Esq,
District Attorney for the city and county Of New
York; William H. Leggitt Esq; James Hall,
Esq; A. Sidney Doane, A. M. MD, Health officer
Rev William McLain, Washington d. c.; Lieut..
w. H. Benham, u. s. Army, sc. &c.
aDrl Off