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The gun boats used their large gun, and
occasionally musketry, but with little
effect, with the exception Of a Mexican
officer being killed by musket shot
from the Reefer. 5,3O.-Signal to cease
firing, but about 7 P. M, the soldiers
commenced fire ofmusketry upon the
gun boats, which was returned by
them. This lasted about Is minutes,
when all was quiet, and thus we re-
NAMED all night.
Saturday, Sth.-All hands were ac-
tive at day break, and anxiously await
ing the signal for landing. (Another
glorious 9th, boys, was the cry.) 6.
A. M. Mp goes the signal to up
anchor. Hurra! we are going in closer
to protect the landing! The officers
and men were all ready and anxious,
and it was thought we would land
about 500. The Mexicans had about
900, with the advantage Of artillery,
which would give us hard fighting, and
perhaps defeat, but if so, we would not
have felt more chagrin than we did
when the signal was made for the squad
ron TO stand to the northward. We
felt as if we were running away. for
we did not leave single vessel TO
blockade even. We had the wind
ahead, and our ship beat the Cumber-
land shamefulIy.
lhnass,ends Inc expedition against AL
""aarado, which has been the principal
topic in the squadron for this month
past. But the Commodore is know
ing one, and no doubt has his reasons
for abandoning the attack. Perhaps
the current was two strong in the riv-
er, and he was afraid some of his men
would be hurt, or perhaps he feared get
ting his ship ashore; or perhaps he is
waiting for those small steamers, which
| think is the most likely. If the Gov
ernment should decide upon attacking
the Castle, he will want all his men in
good order. Nobody knows, nor will
they, why we were recalled. ALI that
we know is, that we went to Alvarado
with two frigates, one brig, one soop,
two steamers. and three gun boats. fired
a few shot and came away again.
When we arrived at Point Antonio we
found the brig Truxton last from Ha-
vana. The St. Mary's and Porpoise
are blockading Vera Cruz; the John
Adams, Tampico; and the Raritan,
Lawrence and Firt are at Pensacola.
There is rumor from shore that
Vera Cruz has prom ounced in favor Of
Santa Ana, and that he is expected here
OIL the l4th. The Commodore, it is
thought, will make him prisoner if pos
sible.
On Monday last the Princeton went
up to SacriIicios and brought down 8 /
bullocks and Is sheep for the squadron;
so if we can't fight the Mexicans we
will eat their beef and mutton. What
the next move will be we cannot sur
mise, but the Commodore, ! have no
doubt, will astcnish US in few days
by doing something. The Truxton has
sailed for Tampico.
August l4th.-The Mississippi is fir
ing up for Pensacola. The Flirt arriv-
ed last night. 1t is rumored that San
ia Ana will arrive to-day in the packet.
1t is thought he will not land without
the consent of Commodore Conner,
but the Commodore intends stopping
him If possible.
Yours, &C., r. S.
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eS-Owing to the absence of one of our journey
men, we have been unable to devote much time
to the editorial department of our paper, this
week.
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From the .Ns,D Orleans Picay,ne, Ertra, .aug. "a
Arrival of Santa Ana,

The British brig-ofwar Daring ar
rived off the Balize last evening from
Vera Cruz, and two of her officers came
up to town this morning with a mail
and dispatches.
The steamer Arab arrived off Vera
Cruz on the 10th inst, with Santa Ana
on Board. He Immediately placed him
self at the head Of the movement in
that department. The departments Of
Puebla and Mexico have declared for
Santa Ana. and Paredes has already
been taken prisoner. The revolt at
the capitol was headed by Gen. Salas.
Before Santa Ana left Havana he
took letters from Gen. Campbell to
Commodore Conner, and avewed him
SELF in reply 10 some inquiries as to his
intentions, as follows; "if the people Of
my country are for war, then am with
them; but would prefer peace"
News have been received in Mexico
that Monterey, in California, has been
seized by one OF the vessels Of the Pa
ci6c squadron. Anoth ther account says
that all California has yielded to the
Americans.
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ister's dispatches to New Orleans and
England.
The whole country has declared in
favor Of Santa Ana, who left Havana
for here in the Arab steamer, but has
not yet arrived, which makes his friends
rather anxious fol his safety. Il
Postscript. The Arab just in sight!
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PROSPECTUS OF THE NEW LIBRARY

PROSPECTUS OF THE NEW LIBRARY
OF LAW AND EQUITY, under the drec-
ton of Francis J. Troubat, esq.,, of Philadelphia
Hon. Ellis Lewis, of Lancaster; and Wilson Nc
Candless, Esq, of Pittsburgh. GUH
This work contains the best productions of Eng
lsh law authors, wthoutregard to priority Of claim
on the part any American publisher. Such books
are now notoriously too dear The reason is, that
as fast as they appear, they become monopolies in
the hands of booksellers in the Atlantic cities. Un-
der the plea of right, acquired by the addition of
notes OF American decisions, the latter claim an un-
divided title to those works, and set burdensome
price on them. The publishers of the work now
offered to the profession throughout the Union, will
not respect such titles but will reprint the standard
British law books as fast as they emanate from the
London market Should new editions of the works
of such writers Starkie, the Chittys, Stephen,
and Archbold, appear, they shall also be included
and digests of equity and law decisions works
which have been studiously kept out of the Law
Library published at Philadelphia have
place in the proposed new one together with every
new valuable English treatise on chancery or COM
mon law. r a shHa .
IL This work will be issued monthly, in num-
bers Ct l6O pages printed on fine white paper, and
good new long primer type, at seven dollars per am
mum, payable half yearly.
m8t .4 ISAAC G. M'KINLEY,
J. M. G. LESCURE.
Harrisburg, Pa, July /, l845-Nov 4-tf
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rl,HE CHEAPEST BOOTS AND SHOES IN


TIJHE CHEAPEST BOOTS AND SHOES IN
/ Washington are sold on Pennsylvania apenue,
tioo doors east Of 10Th street. and no n,istake Remem-
Der that, shoe-wearing community. If any man,
woman child doubts the truth of the above state
ment, our answer to such persons is, call and you
will be convinced that the declaration we have
made is no mere flow Of idle words, but of truth,
stern matter Of fact.
Having recently received large and additional
supply of goods, our stock is complete, embracing
all kinds Of LADIES' and Gentlemen's Boys and
Youths and Misses and Children's Boots, Shoes,
Slippers, sc. Likewise, an extensive assortment
of Mems coarse Boots and Brogans, which we offer
for such cheaper by far than the cheapest. We are
both bachelors, and as our,expenses are inconsid-
erab,e, we can afford, and will be content to sell,
with the smallest profits.
W word to the wise is said to be sufficient there
fore, we will conclude by simply inviting old and
young, rich and poor bond and Free to call at Store
No. 2 from 10th street, varnum's row, Pennsylva-
MIA avenue @'a
81 The Peoples obedient and thankful servants for
past patronage, and candidates for future favors.
MOORE & DOUGLASS.
N. B. Ladies waited on at their residences, mea-
sure taken, shoes made and sent home when de-
sired. aasa rtrs dec lS-7t
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PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
OF THE

COLUMBIAN COLLEGE, ID. C.
In this School pupils are fitted for admittance'
to the College classes, or for other objects
Students who are unprepared for entering par
ticular class, may here pursue tho requisite stu
dies; while those who are not designed for pro-
fession can select such branches as will suit their
objects in life.
Mr.. Thomas w. Tobey, gentleman who is
amply qualified, having passed through cole
gate course, and been engaged for several years
in the business ofinstructon, will have charge of
the school, His whole time and energies will be
devoted to its interests, and it is hoped it will
thus be rendered worthy Of extensive patronage.
This school will be under the constant sdperin-
tendence of the Faculty Of the College.
COURSE OF STUDY.
Reading, Writing, Arithmetic, Ancient and
Modern Geography, English Grammar, Ancient
and Modern History, Book Keeping, Chemistry,
Natural Philosophy, Astronomy Algebra, ,Geome-
try Surveying, Andrews and Stoddard's Latin
Grammar and Exercises, Sophocles' Greek
Grammar and Exercises, Latin Reader, Cesar,
Virgil, Cicero's Select Orations, the Gospels,
Jacobs Greek Reader, Anthon's ed, and such
authors as are read in the lower classes of the
college, defamation and Composition.
CHARGES PER QRARTER.
Reading, Writing, and Elementary Arith-
metic $4 90
Arithmetic, Geography. English Gram a
mar, Geography Of the Heavens, Anci-
ent and Modern History 500
Natural Philosophy, Chemistry, Algebra, ID
Geometry, Surveying, Book Keeping
and Composition 90
Latin and Greek Classics 10 90
Pupils who board and have room in the
College building will be charged for
Library, Room, Bed and Furniture, tHl
per Quarter 500
Table, Lights and Servant, per week 2 Is
At less expensive table, where tea and
coffee are excluded, per week SO
Instruction will be given in French and Ger
man, without additional expense to those who
study the Languages M
There are three vacations in the School four
weeks in August, one at Christmas, and the lst
week in May. sa
COLLEGE HILL, Jan. /, 1916. jan lin
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VACCINE MATTER FRESH FROM
THE COW.

A many individuals have expressed want of
IA confidence in the vaccine matter generally in
use, much of it being old and supposed TO be dete-
riorated by time and its passage through such va
riety Of constitutions, Doctor J. A. Wroe has,
therefore, procured, through the politeness of Dr.
Cole, of Baltimore city, the genuine article, re-
Gently from the cow and he is now prepared to
vaccinate all persons who may give him a call.
Office opposite Coemans National Hotel, Penn
sylvania avenue; residence street, between 18th
and 18th streets. ]. A. WROE.
feb 2-3t
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LNLEGANT PRESENTS FOR THE HOLI-
II D.aYS.-Rosewood Work Boxes, plain and

" DAYS.-Rosewood Work Boxes, plain and
furnished, all sizes
7 Rosewood Writing Desks, various sizes
Papier Mache Portfolios ,e s
Inkstandishes, and Card Baskets and Card Cases,
new and superb patterns, richly painted
English and French portfolios and Writing Cases
Pearl, shell, ivory, velvet, and embossed Card
II Cases ... .. l
Pearl, enamelled, agate, glass, and other Penhol-
ders tEEa
. French Papeteries, a very rich assortment OF
u most beautiful patterns
Fancy Note Paper, Envelopes, Waters, Motto
and other Seals
Gold and Silver Pencils, at all prices, from 25c
to S12 4
Gold Pens, diamond pointed, in silver cases, SIC.
Ivory and pearl Paper Knives, carved and plain
Games of all kinds
Dissected pictures, Maps, Puzzles, &c.
With large lot of fancy and staple Stationery.
For sale by WIN. +. BAYLY,
Stationer, Pennsylvania av., between 18th
dec 23-2w a..s i" and 10Th streets.
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New Flour store.

VNHE subscriber has taken the warehouse on the
i north side Of water street, opposite Messr..
Read & Son, and intends keeping a supply of all
the various grades Of -four. He will endeavor to
make it the interest Of dealers in the article 10 give
him call, as he is determined 10 sell al small pro
fts. rb reI LEWIS BROOKS,
feb 7---h Water street, GEORGETOWN.
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G GARDEN SEED,
Nh ho7esale and retail

Wholesale and retail.
VXTEATHERsFIELD GARDEN SEEDS, for
w sale on Il street, doors from IIth
street east. Just received and now opening,
large supply of Garden Seed, red and white; On
ion sets, Garlick setts early Peas, Beans Corn,
and general assortment of Seeds.
I5~ All orders promptly attended to.
THOS. c. WILSON,
jan 13--tf General Agent.
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HLOVES, GLOVES, GLOVES We are just
Ut opening our fall and winter supply of ladies'
and gentlemen's Kid Gloves. In calling the atten-
tion of the public to this article in our trade,
can assure them that they the very best article
imported. We have now in store all sizes in num-
ber, and all shades in colors, from white to black
.1sa 8. PARKER'S Perfumery and
iE tis Fancy Store, Pennsylvania avenue,
nov 4-tf between 9th and 10th streets.
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RESOLUTIONS.

At a stated meeting of the U. B. OF Tempe
rance Association No. 2, on Tuesday evening,
the 10th instrthe following resol0sops9 9were
sainanirnoustya adopted: 9iso N9saes&
-aas ResclceA, Tha: Assocission No. q U. b. oi
Temperance hail with delight the publication
'ofthe CelaMbian Fountain in this city, and
viewing II as one of the most powerful aids 10
Nthe csxse Of Temperance, recommend it as a
daily paper, web worthy Of public support, and
pledge themselves to use theis almost exer-
.dions to promote its circuiation, and thus diff
fuse through society IFS benign iaduence.
e Further ressloed, That a copy Of the above
be sent 10 the Columbian Fountaiu for publ
cation as early as practicable.
flowARD DIvisrros, No, 10, S. T.
e FEBRUARY 9th, 1886.
Mr.. EDlToR AT a meeting held by this
Division this evening, the following was pass
ed unanimously:
ReselUeA, that this Division halls with salts
faction, the accession of the Colombian Foun-
tain,te the ranks OF journals advocating ihe
cause Of temperance; chat we regard il as wor-
thy ofsencoursgement, and recommend il to
the favorable consideration Of the order and the
friends OftemperaRce generally.
sgsOn mstisn, II was directed that copy of
this fesolutsR Be communicated TO the Editor
-ssslss G5B be- JAMES p. FUsIrr, r. 8.
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WHITES Compound Sirup of WILD
w CHERRY, Sarsaparilla, and other


w CHERRY, Sarsaparilla, and other
MEDICINAL PLANTS. The preparer of the
above Sirup, having witnessed for many years its
extraordinary effects in obstinate coughs, and, in
truth, in all breast complaints tending to consump-
ton, has been induced by many Of those who have
experienced its sautary operation, to offer it to the
public, under the full conviction that the timely use
Of this comp und will avert the fatal termination of
many cases.
The preparer adds to this notice the certificates of
two respectable citizens who ascrbe their restoration
to health to this preparation.
This is to certify that my daughter received great
benefit from mixture called Compound Srup of
Wild Cherry and Sarsaparila, prepared by Mrs. ].
Y. White, on 9th street, between ID and E streets.
Her cough was entirely cured by using the above
Srup, and take pleasure in recommending it to
the public as sure and speedy remedy for coughs,
however violent or long standing
] X. HANSON,
H street, First Ward, Washington.
Mrs. J. G. WHITE: Dear Madam,--It affords me
hearf 1t satisfaction to lay before the public the BEN
eft received from yeur Compound sirup of Wild
Cherry and SarsapariIa. / was taken two years
ago, with bad cough, and tried great many things
that were recommended, and nothing did me any
good. was advised to try some OF your Compound
Sirup If Wild Cherry and Sarsapara. My cough
was so bad that hardly could go along, and after
taking the first bottle I was so much better that
was able to attend to my business and now am
entirely clear of my cough.
JOHN HAGERTY,
Ninth street, near l., Washington
AGENTS.
8. Redfern, First Ward, Washington.
Lewis Clephane, Penn. avenue, between 9th and
10th streets.
Refer To
Mrs. Lucinda O'Farre Dove, street. between
llth and 18th streets
Edward Francis, King street, Alexandria d. G.
Price 81 per bottle or $40 per dozen For sale
by J. c. WHITE, Ninth street,
feb l4-2awly Between ID and E Streets
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vTOCAL MUSIC-Mr. LINCOLN, of the Co
Y lumban College, has'commenced course of
instruction in the elements and practice of Vocal
Music, at the Il street Baptist Church, The class
meets on Saturday mornings, at o'clock. Per-
sons desrous Of entering the class are requested to
attend Chatge, only one dollar per quarter.
jan 27--3
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EARVHENWARE,e CHINA. AND GIAss.

EAkVfiEN WARE, CHINA, AND GLASS.
HNHOMAS PURSELI. has Just imported per
:. Eships Pacific and Hampden, from Liverpool
and other sources, one hundred and thirteen pack
ages of the above articles, OF the newest style and
from the best manufactures, such as-- ff
French and English china dinner, tea, and toilet
Sets, or pieces detached m af AMY
Canton china, pearl, white, blue, stone china and
blue printed, and figured Plates ses.f
Dishes, Bowls, Vases, Ga great variety
In aword his very extensive Stock embraces al
most every article usually kept in such establish
ments.
Dixon's English Britannia Tea and Coffee Sets,
and plated Castors
e And, also, American Britannia Cofe and tea
Sets, or pieces separate
l Castors Lamps, Candlesticks, Mugs, covered
Pitchers Table and tea Spoons, Covered Urns and
Briggins, SIC. G 5t i0h HWhit
Solar, lard, or oil Lamps saoe 3iFtal
n Lamp Glasses and Wicks, of almost every size
Ivory-handled and other Knives and Forks, in
complete sets or separate M t it sHa
Plated and brass Candlestcks, Shutters and Trays
Walters, Looking G Glasses, Shovel and Tongs
Cut pressed, and plain Tumblers, Wines
Champagnes, Finger Bowls, Wine Coolers
'Clarets 92H xxx A3
Decantcrs, Fruit Baskets, Dishes, Lamps, SC.
large assortment of common Ware, suitable
for retailing. All of which will be sold, whole
sale and retail, as cheap as the very cheapest.
English Pipes in boxes 8s
First quality Stone Ware at the factory prices.
AS the subcriber is determined to reduce his
heavy stock of Goods he intends to sell low, and
solcits call from his friends and the public gener
ally at his store opposite Browns's Hotel, Pennsyl
vania avenue. THOMAS PURSELL.
Nov I8-2m sAasAN &f
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CUPPING AND LEECHING.

TNHE subscriber respectfully returns his thank.
l to the citizens of Washington and its vicinity,
Tor past fayors in the above business and solcits
a continuance ofthe same.
| am prepared to meet the desires with the
above business day or night, and it is my wish and
intent to give satisfaction to every one that will
favor me with call. Mrs. Devaughan will at
tend to Ladies' in the above business If desired
My place Of residence is on 9th ST., west side,
near the corner of L street
JOHN DEVAUGHAN.
M RS. DEVAUGHAN, wishes to inform the
lu Ladies and Gentlemen of Washington and
vicinity, that she is prepared to bleach Ladies'
that will give satisfaction
CATIIARINE ID DEVAUGHAN.
jan 24-lm
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sTEAM BETWEEN NEW YORK AND
aLIvERPOOL.
- ~ ~ III

S~<&f- DEB SS SEt51k Sxsss~ss
THE Great Western Steamship Com
IL pany's Steamships the GREAT WEST.
EkN seventeen hundred tons, four hundred and
ffiy horsepower, B. r. Mathews, Esq. Commander;
the GREAT BRITAIN, three thousand five hun
dred tons, one thousand horsepower, Lieutenant
James Hosken, K. NJ, Commander, are intended to
sail as follows. ,,
esa GREAT WESTERN.
From LsDerpool. From Ne,O York.
Saturday, May II, 1876 Thursday, June 12, is4e
saturday, July 8, /" Thursday, July 81, s
Saturday, Oct. II, q Thursday, Nov. 6, g
.. Q GREAT BRITAIN. sa#s
From Liverpool From Ne,o York.
Saturday, July rs, 1916 Saturday, Aug. 30, 1S46.
Saturday, Sept. n, /" Saturday, Oct. 25, I"
Saturday, Nov. ~, Z" Saturday, Dec. 70, "
Fare per Great Western 500, and So Stewards
fees. 81 Fsa0 3a G8e.t R4
Fare per Great Britain, will be announced in a
future advertisement.
For freight or passage apply to
- RICHARD IRWIN, 90 Front st..
feb s-f bd New York, Feb 20, i846.
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LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES STERE-
aaH wa 7ar OTYPED EDITION.

L.HWS OF THE UNITED SI.ATES-SIERE-
8FH pas 7a OTYPED EDITION.
aaf Published BY authority Of Congress.
iE Sea 9s vol. 10 SEPARATELY. 'a'
TIME subscribers will publish at the commence
| ment O. the present session Of Congress, about
January i, 1916, tTHE LAWS OF THE UNITED
STArEs,' agreeably to an act of Congress Of the
last session, and for the accommodation Of those gen,
tIemen auho haus the earlier edition in mine vounes
volume ten, containing the laws from the year 1888
to March 1845, will be published separately and
sold at the cost Of paper and print An annual sup
plement on similar type and paper will hereafter
be published at the close of each session Of Con-
gress, so that the Laws Of the United States may
always be had in a neat and uniform style.
s31&s& LITTLE & BROWN,
.sh q Law Booksellers and Publishers, Boston.
dec ll--tf a s e. as ga. a9i
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m IMPORTANT TO GE.NTLEyME

~ IMPORTANT TO GENTLEMEN
TNDWARD McCUBBfN has handsomely fitted
h IL UP the three-story house recently erected on
the site of his former stand where he will be happy
to resume his business as barber and hair dresser
He very respectfully invites return of his old and
esteemed customers, and solicts the patronage of
the public generally to the Temple of Fashion,
Nool, on 9Th street, near Pennsylvania avenue.
With the most competent assistants, and every de-
scription Of materials that can render his opera
tons luxury, instead Of dull, sleepy process,
he fatters himself that to him will be accorded the
credit Of keeping pace with the times in all that
has q tendency to add to the comfort and improve
the appearance of the outer man.
Not only in the face has Nature made
Its comelness and beauty to abound,
But in the scissors edge and razor's blade
The aids to loveliness are ever found.
nov f-H aN a4.EE8 .M.
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THE MUTUAL BENEFIT LIFE IN
gefi y eSURANCE COMPANY; 1Q lr

Once No. IL, Wall street, New York.
NSaiS Company continue to insure LIVES ON
n LV upon the msst favorable terms, and at the
lssNest rates Of premiums The annual premium,
Huser $50, may be paid sne-fourth in cash and
thrseiourths in secured note, payable in year,
with six per sent interest. subject to assessments
hreauired BY the Company; or it mag be paid IN
monthly or quarterly payments at the option of the
insuped There will be an annual dividend OF pro-
fits paid in scrip certificates, bessing per cent i'm
asrest, which interest is payable annssIly. The
Company win loan on their scrip two-thirds its
amount, or It may be applied ts the Payment of I'm
ture premiums. or y increase the amount insured.
An persons taking Polcesbccome members, but are
NOT liabIe beyond the amount of their premiums
Amarried woman can insure the life 0f her h,ss-
band from any demands of his creditors, for
ans amount, the annual remism Of which does
NOT exceed @3e0. The company will pay an equ
tsAie rate for Life Policies when they shall have
acquired value. All claims on policies will be
paid within three months after proof Of the death Of
he persons insured The funds Of the Company
must be invested only in sscks of the United States,
STATES Of Massachusetts,, New Jersey, New York,
~ ia first mortgages real estate, worth double the
amount loaned. stalec9 fa~ h s4aaa4 f3f
H~sselsss Hayens Robert L. Patterson,
0u1lnume Merle, Seth Lew, a
I.~wi6 @. Grover. Charles 8. Msoknett, Z
,Wmy A. r. ,Psntx, aai Thos. b Segur, 1agel
WIN. N. simpson, Marcus 1. Ward.
Henry MeFssian, E,1
d. 1,.'I o1l ROBERT L. PATTERSON, <
,ss~.ae s1N tea tashud Sl9 f3f President
hsBExI. G. Msrtrr, Secretary.
JOSEPH i. LORD. Agent.
hsgAMEs sTEWART, M. d., No. ?, Bond ST.
Medical examiner. w M v
washington, ID. G.
snJ06EPH G. LEWIS, Agent, 9TH street, nearly
sbp0xffs The Patriotic Bank. .e y
faHAKvEY LTNDsLy, M. D., corner Of a. and
- kfsets Medical examiner NhNNA feb 6--n
ssunissls GEORGE COLLARD, raH'8t