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time involving small pecunsry amount and minor
offences under the penal laws ofthe United States and
report by bill or otherwise.
A motion was made by Mr. HOPKINS that the
Committee on the Post Office and Post Roads be
discharged from the consideration of the petition OF
Farley d. Thompson and others, suretes Of ChileoD
White, to be released from all liability arising from
the defslcation of said White while postmaster at
Lagrange, st~buaa, snd that it be laid upon the Ia
BILE.
Mr.. G. s. HOUSTON moved the recommmen,
OF the subject with instructions to release the petit
toners from the amount of defalcation of person
therein mentioned, (name not heard.)
Mr.. Fl. sustained the motion in remarks Of some
length na
Mr.; HOPKINS opposed it;
And after some conversation the subject was laid
over until tomorrow morning.
The morning hour having expired, the subject
was iaiu over until tomorrow morning.
HARBoRs AND RIVERS.
Mr.. IlBBATTS offered a resolution in the usual
form, providing that all debate on the bill making
appropriations for the improvement Of certain har-
oors ana rivers should terminate on Tuesday next,
at two o'clock
Mr.. COBB remarked that after to-day there was
put one day intervening between this and the time
at which 1t was proposed that the debate should be
closed, which could be given TO the discussion Of
days.
lie moved, therefore, that the resolution be laid
on the table. .. OK.
The motion having prevailed, the resolution was
laid on the table
On motion of Mr.. MCKAY, the House resolved
Itself INTO Committee OF the Whole the state Of
the Union, Mr.. Cons, Of Georgia, in the chair.)
Mr. MCKAY moved TO postpone the further con-
sderanon Of the river and hsrbor BILL in order that
me committee might take up the bill to supply de-
ncienoles IN appropriations for the present year.
Some OF these appropriations Mr.. Mex. said) wers
dehcient and il requisite for the House to take
action in regard to them.
MT TIBBATTs suggested that The gentleman
from Massachusetts Mr., HUDsOHl was entitled to
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FAISATE.
On motion Of Mr.. WOODWORTH,

RssoiVed That the Committee on the Post once and
Post Roads be Instructed inquire into the expedency
esablshng smsilroute from Peru in Ia Sale county to
New Boston Mercer county in the state Of Illinois, sHd
also into the s1pediency OF Increasing the present mail
vice on the Toats from New Boston 70 WaPPeuo In the
Territory Of bHa
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snags and other obstacles from the watery roac
over which our commerce travels. There was M
maxim better established among men than tina
where power is delegated ever a subjectin genera
grant, 1t draws after it, necessarily all the diver
sihed means that, in the Judgment and wisdom Of
the government to whom it is delegated, are neces
sary and proper for the advancement and accom-
plshment Of the end for which the grant is made
From this source alone was derived the power O.
Congress TO assemble in this magnificent building
and to pay the expenses Of Congress. Not word
was said Of il in the constitution; but all derived il
from the power given to the Congress Of the United
States 10 make all laws necessary for the govern
ment of the United States.
Mr.. z. illustrated this principle by reference TO
many other universally conceded specific powers
deduced from general grants, and urged that Con,
gress, having the right to make these provisions for
the protection and advancement Of commerce, It
was their duty so TO do-the obligation on the part
OF government being always the correative Of the
right TO act upon any subject. He wished to be
distinctly understood that he did not go for assuming
any powers for Congress; but Tin accordance with
what he had before stately for deducng those pow
for the protection Of commerce. which were
necessary, and distinctly included under the power
Ito regulate commerce." And, in conclusion he
called upon gentlemen TO weigh we'll the subject
before they went too far; to hesitate not too long;
TO beware that they provoked not ;
for he here told them that they could never pass the
reduction Of the tariff in this House till this BILL in
its substantial provisions, was passed
Mr.. p. having concluded,
MIR. BROOHEAD made an unsuccessful attempt
to lay aside this bill temporarily in order to take up
another BILL the title Of which was not heard.
After some conversation, on motion, the commit
tee rose,
And the House adjourned
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MRS. MARY l.. ELIASON'S boarding
lNl and day school for young ladies,

corner Of Prince and St. Asaph streets, Alexandria
Instruction will be resumed in this institution on
9Th of September, in the various departments Of
English and classical studies, by experienced
teachers.
The modern languages and music are taught by
gentlemen who excel in their respective profess
sions.
limited number OF young ladies can be received
into the family of Mrs. Eliason, to whom superior
facilities will be afforded for acquiring finished
education. The French teacher will reside in the
family thus afording the best opportunity af acqui
ring the French language.
The scholastic year is divided into two sessions of
twenty-five weeks each, commencing on the 9Th Of
September and the 9th of February.
TERMS.
For board and tuition in English French, and
Latin per session, payable in advance, 500.
deduction Of sos will be made to those who do
not study French.
Day schoIars,-Tuition in English and Latin,
frem Sl4 to 500
Music and drawing at professors charges, and
no other extra charges will be made.
REFERENCES.
Right Rev. VIM. Meade, D. D., Millwood, VIr-
ginia.
Hon. Thomas II. Benton, Washington.
Hon J. Mclean, Judge of the Supreme Court of
the United States.
Rev Chas. B. Dana, Alexandria, d. c.
Eusace Conway, esq, Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Henry Dainger6eld, esq, Alexandria, D. c.
Aug. 2l-d&cp2aw3w
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AND AGENCY IN TExAs.-Tbe sui

7 AND AGENCY IN TExAS.-The sub.
IL scriber, having, during residence Of or 10
years in Texas, been connected with the land offices
thereof and having acted the agent of his friends
in the United States, in purchasing, selling, holding,
paying taxes upon, and giving general superin-
tendence to their lands in Texas respectfully offers
his services to such other persons abroad as may
wish to engage them.
His excelency Anson Jones, General Sam. Hous-
ton, General T. J. Rusk, General P. J. Henderson
Colonel James Love, Colonel James Riley, Hon
D. s. Kaufman, Texian charge d'afaires, Wash
lngton city; Matthew St. Clair Clarke, do; King.
man & Co., do; General c. F. Mercer, and the
Texan consuls abroad.
Many forfeitures about to accrue, from failure
to pay taxes; many claims, otherwise good will bt
barred by adverse possession of three years-tha
being the limitations; many titles of lands conveyed
the United States, cannot be admitted to record r
Texas, for want of proper authorization Owing
to one or other of these causes, the best land
are in condition to be lost.
Having made it my business to become acquaint
ed with all the laws relating to titles, and being de
ermned to attend diligently to all claims confded te
me, require, in all cases. an advance in cash, sufi
cient to cover expenses of investigation. Wher
that shall be done, am willing to take contngen
interest in the lands for attention and services.
ROBERT d. JOHNSON.
Galveston, August 7, 1845.
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Agency for Claims at Washington.
CHARLES DE SELDING Notary Pub


No. IL Todd's Buildings, Pennsylvania avenue
Washington, d. c., offers his services for the prose
cution of claims before Congress or any of the ex
ecutive departments, or before any board Of com
missoners that are or may be appointed for the ad
ustment of spoliations, collecting private claims
and rents procuring pensions, whether revolution
or any other service; bounty lands for return duties
or those arising under contracts treaties or otherw
wise; buying and selling real estate, &C.
Particular attention paid to the settlement Of ac'
counts of disbursing officers who may find 1t incon-
venent to give their personal attendance.
Having been commissioned notary public, he IS
prepared to furnish legalzed copies Of any document
or other paper that may be required. 80
Charges will be moderate, and regulated by the
amount claimed and the extent of service re-
quired.
Communications (post paid) will receive immed-
ate attention. - ....-.. L..
He has the honor to refer to the Navy Depart
nent and the several bureaus connected with IT,,
copntroIers, and auditors Offices Of the Treasury
Department. and the senior captains and pursers in
tbe navy. and also to DIR. John Homans, Boston;
Rarnerd Henry, esq, Philadelphia Rev Septimus
Tnston. chaplain of the Senate, Washington; Hon
Henry L. Ellsworth, Fayette, Indiana; Thomas M.
Rlount, esq, Pensacola, Florida; Hon. G. B. PEN
rose, Lancaster, Pa; Judge T. Hartley Crawford,
Washington; William Agnew, esq, New York; H.
Collins Lee, esq, Baltimore, Md; III. B. Reardon,
esq, Norfolk, Va; Professor Goodrdge, New Ha-
ven, Conn; M. Judson, esq, New Orleans Hon.
f. II. Foster, Nashville, Tenn.
May I6-1y
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MISS HEANEY's ACADEMY,
Near the Capitol, washington,
HOUSE ADJACENT THE RESIDENCE or COLONEL GA
DINER.

HOUSE ADJACENT THE REsIDEHCE or COLONEL GAR
DINER.
MISS HEANEY respectfully informs parents
lNl that the exercises Of her school will be re-
sumed on the first Monday of September ensuing
for the instruction Of young ladies' in the English
and French languages, vocal and instrumental mu-
sic, landscape and portrait drawing and painting
The saubrty and excellence of this location and ad.
ysntages Of the vicinity, encourage much hope of
the liberal support Of parents. In her task, aiming
TO promote the best individual interests of her pu-
pills, the number will be limited for faithful nstruc-
lion by herself as principal; and whatever aid may
be desired will be given by assistant instructresses;
conforming in her charge TO the system and regula-
TONS prescribed by mothers ia approved education
of daughters at home,
The moderate terms for board, &c, and tuition in
the highest pursuits of learning and accomplish
ments, as in the elementary and needlework, will
be best explained in reply to communications pa
rents may please to address to Miss Heaney free OF
postage,) Of Mr. Isaac Holland or personally
TO those who may please to visit her
Vocal music and dancing, as recreations, at no
extra charge will be directed personally by herself
10 realize all esteemed requirements and improve
ment Of department., exempt from the dIsadvanta-
ges for such youth attending public tuition and
practice.
The approval Of parents and friends interested in
Miss Heaneys earliest and continued engagements
may be learned from many well-known individuals
ted thereWth
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NOTICE.-In 1880, the last will of Thomas
~ Pentecost was admitted to record in Dinwid-
die county, in the State Of Virginia. He left his es-
tate to his wife Mary Pentecost during her life and
at her death to be equally divided between his broth
er William (who, it is known to the subscriber,
lately died in Georgia) and the teststor's three sis
ters, Nancy Jackson, Elizabeth St. John, and
Martha Dials. In MAY last, Mary Pentecost died.
At the request of William Pentecost, in his lifetime,
and Of his son since his fathers death, | have
taken charge Of the estate of Thomas Pentecost.
Any one knowing where either of the sisters resides,
or If dead, who is entitled to her estate will greatly
obIige by giving me the information.
R. r. COLLIER,
Aug. 8-3taw4w Petersburg, Virginia.
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INTERESTING.

w the Editor Oh TIC Onloh: Tue lale
l. high pressure upon your columns being some
what relaxed, would request the insertion of the
following statement of cases, selected from number
treated by me since my adoption of Coads safely
graduated electro-galvnnc apparatus, in connexion
with my portable vapor bath. Reference will be
given to any of the persons mentioned where lnfor-
nation on any case is desired.
Commodore was brought to my establish
ment suffering under excruclatlng attack oil gout,
fortunately before it had time to locate se) which
he thought, however, was approaching his stomach.
The paroxysm, which usually lasted two or three
weeks at a time, was driven to the extremities and
completely subdued in twenty minutes, without any
return.
Mrs. -- had her sight and hearing entirely
restored both of which had been much affected du-
ring distressing complaint in the head.
Mr.. Constipation of the bowels, which
resisted all the usual applications in the late very hot
weather, promptly and efficiently relieved.
Miss Painful tumor forming on the left
limb directly behind the kneeoint, protruding about
an inch and so tender not to bear the slightest
pressure. The tumor completely scattered
and the Joint left perfectly sound, without supPura'
ton.
Mr.. -, laborng under external and internal
weakness and want of action in the digestive or
gans and lower extremities, (having previously used
the sulphur bath had forced through the in tesnef
by the galvanic current five masses Of indurated
matter of the size and appearance of walnus, afford
ing him great and immediate relief
Several severe cases of rheumatism, prostratior
of the nervous system, &c, successfully treated:
The continued countenance of former medical
friends and patrons of this city is respectfully re-
quesed; and their Instructions (as OF ou srlcuy
attended, to- BOYD REILLY.
I7-3t
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Removal of the United states Agency and
NOtariaI ONCE.

FTNHE subscriber has removed his Office from
l. street, to the small Office which has ust been
erected Seventh street, po doors dboue the Post OF
fce where he will continue to act agent for pen
sons, patents, lands, contracts and claims of every
description.
Being notary public, and commissioners of deeds
&C., for the States of Virginia, illinois, and Alaba-
ma, he will attend in any part of the District of Co
lumbia when his services required
Within the past two years, this Office has been fa'
vored with good share Of patronage; many claims
have been advanageously settled, and large num-
Der are now in progress.
CLAIMANTS in all parts of the United States may
consider this permanent AGENCY, and may conf
IDENTIFY ,intrust to it any business that requires ar
agent or attorney at the seat of government.
Persons making inquiries which require visits and
examinations at the departments, will please enclose
small retaining fee to remunerate for loss of time
and correspondence.
All letters must be postage paid.
EDMUND F. BROWN,
Attorney and Agent for Claims,
Notary, Commissioner, &c.
WASHINGTON CITY, July 8, 1886
july S-3d&3tawcp6m
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Curative Hercules.

TOAD'S admirable patent, safely graduated,
~ electro-galvanic apparatus, united with the
medicated vapor bath of the undersigned; being the
only one calculated for the purpose. great ma
for rheumatic or gouty affections, (curing, well as
preventing return of paroxysms0 nervous disorders
including tc-doloureux, and partial loss of sight,
hearing, and speech; complaints of females constpa-
ton of the bowels, prompt relief0 scrofula, &c.
See statements of cases, and vouchers of physicians
at apartments on Pennsylvania avenue, south side,
sixth house east of the Market, nearly opposite
Browns Hotel. Attendance every day, at all hours,
previously fixed upon.
July 29-3tawtf BOYD REILLY.
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by A. GREEN, Auctioneer.
ausahaId and Kitshaa Eurnii

IL III
III auction.-on Friday next 2sth instant, at
the residence ofa gentleman declining housekeeping
on south street. the corner Of New Jersey ay-
enue, not far from the south Capitol gate, Ohe hsg
will designate the house, at 10 o'clock a. M, ex
cellent lot of household and kitchen furniture viz
Mahogany sofa, parlor and rocking chairs
Mahogany sideboards, bureaus, work and wash
stands
Mahogany marble, pier, centre, and toilet tables
Mahogany dining, breakfast, and card tables
Cane-seat and Windsor chairs, Boston rockers,
&c.
French and French post bedsteads, wardrobes, &c.
Feather beds, bedding, and mattresses
Andlrons shovel and tongs brass and wire Tenders
Parlor, chamber hall, and step carpets
Hall, lard, and other lamps, mantel clock &c.
Moreen and white window curtains and ornaments
Painted window blinds, radiator and other stoves
China, glass, and eroekery ware, among which
are beautiful white French china dinner set
Also, good lot of kitchen utensils
The aforementioned furniture is all good and
nearly new.
Terms All sums Of and under 500, cash; over
$40 credit Of sixty and ninety days for notes sat
'sfaetorily endorsed, besring interest.
A. GREFN
aug I'D Auetioneer.
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Aug. 25
GREAT English Remedy for coughs
VI colds, asthma. and cOnsunpt iOn.-The

GREAT English Remedy for coughs
" colds, asthma, and cOnsumptiOn.--The
great and only remedy for Colds, Coughs, Asth-
ma, and Consumption, is the Hungarian Bal
sam of Life, discovered by the celebrated DR..
Buchan of London, England, and introduced into
the United States under the immediate supern-
tendence of the inventor.
The extraordinary success of this medicine in the
curse of pulmonary diseases, warrants the American
agent in soliciting for treatment the WORST POS
SIBLE CASES that can be found in the commu-
nity cases that seek relief in vain from any of the
common remedies of the day, and have been given
up by the most distinguished physicians as confirm
ed and incurable. The Hungarian Balsam has
cured, and will cure, the mosl desperate of cases.
1t is no quack nostrum, but standard English
medicine, of known and established efficacy.
Every family in the United States should be sup
piled with Buchan Hungarian Balsam of Life not
only to counteract the consumptive tendencies of
the climate, but to be used as preventive medicine
in all cases of Colds, Coughs, Splitting of Blood
Pain in the Side and Chest Irritation and Soreness
of the Lungs, Bronchitis, Difficulty Of Breathing
Hectic Fever Night Sweats, Emaciation and Gene
raj Debility, Asthma, Influenza, Hooping-Cough,
| and Group. . .a.-..' ,... ...
Hrsold in large bottles at 81 per bottle, with full
directions for the restoration Of health.
Pamphlets, containing a mass Of English and
the unequalled merits of this great English remedy,
may be obtained Of the agents grauiousy
DAVID F. BRADLEE, sole agent for the United
States, 1l9 Court street, Boston. ..s"
T. w. DYOTT Il SONS, general Wholesale agents,
No I32 North Second street, Philadelphia.
Special depot at the Bookstore of ROBERT
FARNHAM, corner of Eleventh street and Penn
sylvana avenue, Washington city. Also for sale
by the principal Druggists.
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Medical appreciation OF the Rose Oint-
ment for letter.
ITH0IIGH the hnUerIDHitY of the

A LTHOUGH the superiority OF the
"A preparation over all others is fully established,
the proprietors take pleasure in laying before the
public the following certificate from a respectable
physician, graduate Of the University of Pennsyl-
yania. DR.. Baugh, having found in this remed y
that relief for tedious and disagreeabe affection
which the means within the range of his profession
failed to Afford has not hesitated to give 1t his ap-
probation, although the prejudices and interests OF
that profession are opposed to secret remedies:
"PHLADELPHIA, Sept 10, 1886
81 was recently troubled with tedious heTpetc
eruption which covered nearly side Of my face,
and extended over the ear. Mr. Vaughan, proprie-
tor of the ointment observing my face, insisted
on my trying his preparation, of which he handed
me jar Although, in common with the members
of my profession, | discountenance and dsapprove
Of the numerous nostrums palmed upon the public
by ignorant pretenders, | feel in justice bound TO
except the rose ointment from that class of medl-
cnes, and to give it my appreciation, it entirely
cured the eruption, although it had resisted the
usual applications.
"DANL. BAUGH, M. D."
For sale in Washington by
Aug % J. F. CALLAN.
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College OF New Jersey.
SohSSc VI Nc" Jersey.
.fVfHE next session Of this institution will beg
IL on Thursday, the 18th of HugtIsL

rINHE next session Of this institution will besir
Il on Thursday, the 18th Of august.
The following is list Of the instructors:
Rev. James Csrnshsn, ID. D., president.
Rev. John Maclean, ID. d., vice presidept anC
Professor of the Greek language and literature,
Joseph Henry, M. d., IL. d., Professor of Nat
uTal Philosophy.
John Torrey, M. D., LII d., Professor of Chem
istry and Natural History
stephen Alexander, A. M, Professor of Mathe
matics and Astronomy.
Rev. Matthew b. Hope, M. D., Professor O.
Bellies Letires.
Eyert M. Topping, A. M, Adjunct Professor O.
the Greek and Latin Languages.
A. Carbon de sandrans, teacher of the French
language.
George Musgrye Giger, A. M, seHior Tutol
and Assistant Professor Of Mathematics.
N, Merritt Owen, A. M, Tutor in Mathematics
John Il. Dutheld, A. M, Tutor in Greek.
Thomas w Cattel, A. M, Tutor in Latin.
Henry J. David, Teacher, pro tenn, of the Ger.
man Language.
j. Lectures are delivered on the various subject.
studied during the college course and ample proyis
ION Is made for the illustration of all the lectures on
natural philosophy, chemistry, natural history, and
astronomy. The college possesses excellent ap-
Psratus, museum Of natural history, comprising
valuable collections in zoology, botany, mineralogy
and entomology.
The charge for tuition is S25 session, or $50 4
year
There is no extra charge for instruction in French
or German.
Connected with the college there are two refeeto
ries, in one Of which board is furnished at 81 rs
week, and in the other at 80 25 The highest prict
for board in private families is 50 week. During
the last year several students obtained board Al
81 l2l a week each, others at 81 25, and at 81 so
and some as low as rs cents.
Persons wishing to enter college, should, IL prac
ucable, present themselves for examination at tht
beginning Of the college term, or day or two pre-
vious.
July l3-eod4w