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BUTTER, CHEESE AND FRUIT
lust received, by the schooner Columbia, from
u New York.
II packages prime Butter;
65 boxes do Cheese;
8 do Pine Apple do;
$50 Ia l-2 and whole boxes Raisins;
30 drums fresh Smyrna Figs;
do Turkey Raisins (free from stones)
2 cases Bordeau Prunes;
Also, on hand:
2 casks Currants
S cases Citron;
! do preserved Ginger;
Other Preserves and Jellies;
Cranbcrries in quarter bbls and by measure;
Catsups, Sardines, Olives, Capers;
Anchovies, Curry Powder, &c. &c;
A general assortment Of Pickles;
Fresh Salmon, CLANS and Lobsters;
Theoretically sealed do;
Fresh Macaroni and Vcrmacilla;
Do Salad Oils, sc, &c;
Which, with his former stock, renders his assort
ment complete, and to which attention is invited
S. HOLMES,
7th street, nearly opposite Patriotic Bank
Dec 12-tf 4
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USEFUL MISCELLANY Y.
nLike the landscape to the view,
Ever charming, ever new"
what can reclaim the drunkard Z

What can reclaim the drunkard
II was winler-and on The morning Of {
Sabbath day, while the storm ragged with.
ont and the cold winds whistled 10 at every
creyice, drunkard saw his family around
him destitute Unnecessary comforts and even
without the means Of kindling fire. They
had been reduced to this condition by his
inlem mperance. He had long withstood the
expostuations Of the tract visiter; and al
though, years before, when death was star
ing him in the face, he had promised to re-
form, he resumed his evil indulgence when
restored to health Neither the entreaties
of his suffering wife nor the cries Of hum
cry children had softened his heart; trouble
had succeeded, and now all around was sad
ness in the drunkard's dwelling. Thus
the day commenced. The tract vister was
married lady, and she no sooner became
acquainted with the circumstances Of the
unhappy family than she named them to
her husband. g 1t is lawful to do we'll on
the Sabbath" and soon the wants Of the
destitute we're supplied. As the gentleman
approached, carrying basket Of Goals, the
dIunkard saw him and was subdued. He
was overcome by such kindness; and while
the cold room was made warm and the hun
cry feed, while smiles succeeded tears, and
oil around again wore cheerful appearance,
he felt all the bitterness Of self-reproach.
That day be resolved never again to give
any indulgence to his unhappy propensity
and the Lord has enabled him to keep sa
cred this good resolution. Rags were the
clothing Of his family, but decent apparel
was given them, and they consented to go
to the house Of God. They became regu-
lar attendants there and the Lord clothed
with power the words they heard; the wife
has obtained as good hope through grace,
and been received to church fellowship
and the husband is in that state of minc
which encourages expectation that, ere long
he also will rejoice with JOY unspeakabl
and full Of glory.-N Y. Observer.
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A CARD.-The undersigned begs leave to ten
"a der his thanks to the citizens of this com
munity for the liberal patronage which they have
bestowed upon him during the past year, and very
respectfully informs them that he still continues
the Auction and Commission business at Concert
Hall, near Browns hotel, where he will promptly
and with dispatch discharge all business in his
ne to the satisfaction Of any and all persons who
may favor him with it.
He would also inform those who are in arrears
with him to call and settle their accounts as soon
as possible, the needful, being at all times accepta-
BILE, and at this time peculiarly indispensable.
ss.- a4 !. A. GREEN,
jan 90 Auction and Commission Merchant.
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OLIVER WHITTLEsEY

nEALER in Paints, OILS. Glass, &C., 9. street.
~ Todd's Buildings Washington, D. p, has Jus
received from the original inventors and sole manu-
tactures, large supply Of the genuine
D0ric Lamp. =,
This Lamp is simple in its construcnon' easily
trimmed, and will give light equal 10 twenty
sperm candles, at a cost of one cent an hour.
Its superiority to other lamps consists IN the fo.
lowing advantages: there is no brass or other metal
that corrodes which comes in contact with the huld
the external and internal draughts pass through
the body of the lamp, producing more perfect
combustion, and keeps the lamp perfectly COOL II
can be used with open doors and will be less affect
ed by wind or currents of air. than any other lamp.
Aso other improved Pine Oil Lamps, Hall
Lamps and Lanterns, and dealer in Astral and So
lar Shades, Chimnies and Lamp Glasses Of all
kinds, Lamp Wick, Pure Sperm Oil, M b. Dyott's
& Gould Is Glass Fount Pine Oil Lamp: all OF
which offered at wholesale and retail, at the
loavest prices for cash.
N. B.-Dsrecfions TO be Observed IN using the
PINE OIL LAMPS.
In trimming the Doric Lamp the chimney is first
removed and the Lamp taken out Of the ring, the
cone may be used for stand to set the lamp on
while trimming-after which the wick-hoder is
taken out and the wick raised above the tube suffi
cient to cut off the black or crusted edge which
should he done with sharp pair Of scissors--the
wick-hoder is then returned to its place, and the
wick should be perfectly even with the top Of the
tube-fill the Lamp, replace the cone and button,
and it is ready for use.
UjTTo avoid accidents, the Lamp should never
be filed while burning. feb 5-n
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MIR. GOODM AN,

Manufacturer and I,serter of artificial Teeth.
A RTIFICIAL TEETH inserted from one to an
"A entire set, upon the late improved method, and
also upon the atmospheric principle and in the most
superior manner On fine Gold Plate from S4 to
six dollars on Silver from So SO to three dollars.
In all cases perfect satisfaction given, otherwise no
charge made. Office on Pennsylvania avenue, near
18th street. VI april 2l-lm.*
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PROSPECTUS FOR
THE SIDEREAL MESSENGER


A Monthly Journal, derofed TO Astronomical Sci.
ence, conducted by o. M. MITCHELL Director
of the Cincinnati Observatory.
YyHERE does not exist, at present. in the world,
Il a single popular journal, from whose pages
the general reader may follow the rapidly advancing
progress of Modern Astronomy.
The great truths now developing. are only to be
found in the Transactions of learned Societies, or
locked up in the annual volumes of Observations
in strict technical form.
The erection of the Cincinnati Observatory, by
the voluntary efforts Of more than seven hundred
persons. OF all ranks, conditions and calngs, in one
single city, has demonstrated in the most satisfac-
tory manner, the interest which the people take in
the science OF Astronomy. OF these seven hundred,
very lew make any pretensions to scientific attain.
ments In Astronomy; and yet all are anxious 10
learn not only what is doing in their own Observa-
tory, but likewise what discoveries are making
throughout the world.
The capital instrument Of the Cincinnati Obser-
vatory, the Great Achromatc Refractor the second
Telescope In the world. TO record, in plain and
simple FORM the results Of the researches made with
this lnstrument-to present the earliest Asironomi.
cal intelligence from all paris Of the word--to fur.
nish to our connuymen, In their own language, the
most interesting articles from foreign Aslronemca
jonrnals-to excite interest among the people, il
the elsvating study Of Astronomy--and to give !
permanent support to the Institution under who's,
auspices this publication is made--wi be the OBJ
ects Of the SrDERAL MESSENGER.
All subscribers to this journal, not residing in tb,
city Of Cincinnati, cordially invited 20 visit III,
Observatory, subject to the same regulations which
govern the members Of the Society
AN members Of the Astronomical Society. VIII,
may subscribe for this Journal will be entitled L
the privilege OF introducing to the Observatory, il
their company, not more than two strangers At n,
same time.
The MEssErsER will contain eight quarto pages
and may be conveniently bound into volume al Ii,
end Of twa years.
Each numbsr will be accompanied by Itho
graphic engraving.
PRrcr.-~46fee dollars per annu@, to be paid in
variaby OF ~ delivery Of the first No. Of each an
nuaI volume. !. may 1l-ltd3tw.
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Dollars.
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]. LEANDER STARR, No. "a Wall st. N. York.
rTNHE rates of this Society are as low as those Of
i the American companies, and lower than the
scale adopted by many London offices. Loans
granted to The extent Of two-thirds the amount Of
premium paid, after the lapse Of year.
Persons insured in the United States on the scale
of"participation enjoy the important advantage Of
sharing in the whole business Of the Society, which
in Great Britain is very extensive.
The public are respectfully requested to examine
the distinguishing principles Of this institution
their tables Of rates. their distribution Of profits, and
the facilities afforded by their loan departmentbe-
fore deciding to insure elsewhere.
Pamphlets containing the last Annual Report and
the Societys Rates. together with blank forms and
the fullest information may be obtained upon appli
| cation to any Agent or Sub-Agent.
or References Of the highest character in the
United States given to applicants, if required, to
the standing, wealth, and security Of the above in
stitution. .
4. L, & A. THO. SMITH, Agents.
Office on F street. near the Treasury Departnt
fa, Q-.fc
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co AL! co A Ii!

IN small vessel load t9O tons) of Coal, (An.
thracite) from Philadelphia. Those in want of a
good article of this kind of fuel will please apply
early, as it would be preferred deliver it from the
vessel, without slowing it.. Apply to the under
signed, at his Lumber and Coal Yard, on 7th street
near Centre Market--where all kinds of Lumber
with Lime Cement and Cacined Plaister, may be
had cheap for cash or short credit.
JOHN PURDY.
Feb oI IF .
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Feed Store.

nh subscriber hereby respectfully informs the
citizens of Washington that he has opepcd
Feed store on the Northeast corner Of G street
Norlh and lth street West, between Pennsylvanin
avenue and The bridge on 18th street His carts az
tend the markets with meal, cut hay, and ali the
sther articles in his line of business, and will de-
liver articles purchaeed either from the market or
atthe Store. He socits share Of their patronage.
april li-eod3m, L.. II, BERGMAN,
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BOOKS FOR SALE,

BY U. Ward s; Son, at their New Store on
Penn. Avcnue, near Railroad Depot.
"EBSTER'S Octave Dictionary
w SCOTS Observations on the New Testament
Bowers History of the Popcs
Miriam by Rev. ]. Todd
Todd's Bible Companion
Common Prayer Book. in various bindings
Robbins Outlines Of History
Godirch's Pictorial History of the U. States
Do do do Of France
Parley's Common School History
Anthon's Cesar, Horace, Sallust, Cicero, and
Virgil
Mtchell's Geography for Schools; besides a
variety of other School Books.
TEMPERANCE VOLUMES,
Embracing number Of excellent and popular
productions in the form Of Essays, Tales, &c.
Hymn Books, &C., Of the Methodist Churches.
Bibles Of all sizes, ard various binding
Testaments.
ALSO, NE
All kinds of Stationery, which will be sold at the
lowest prices for cash. april 29-tf
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IL FOR RENT-The East frame house on
Mii lot 8, in square reservation c, Maryland ave-
nue. near Sd street. 1t has stable in the rear, and
garden in high state Of cultivation. Possession
will be given Immediately. In case the above is not
rented the two story frame house, occupied by Mrs
Jane Smith, opposite Squire Morselrs office, on
Louisiana avenue, will be for rent and possession
given Immediately. Apply to
SOLOMON DREW,
may 7-tf On the premises.
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/ AM CONSTANTLY RECEIVING
NEW GOODS

i AM CONSTANTLY RECEIVING
NEW GOODS
I m my line, and / have now in store large stock ,
/ consisting Of
French and English China Dinner, Tea, and Toi.
Beautiful Dessert and Supper Sets
Canton China, pearl, white, blue stone China, an
blue printed and figured Plates
Detached pieces of all kinds
Beautiful Vases, Allumet Holders, Casseroles, Com
potiers, Gard Baskets, Fruit Baskets, Cake
Baskets, Cologne Bottles, &c.
Cut and pressed Tunblers, Wines, Champagnes,
Hook, and Claret
Cut, plain, and coored Decanters at.1
Cut and plain Water Bottles Finger Bowls, and
Float Bowls
Britannia Coffee and Tea Ware
Castors. Lamps, Candlesticks Mugs, Covered Pitch.
ers
Table and Tea Spoons, Covered Urns, Biggns, &c.
Solar. Lard, and Oil Lamps, Lamp Glasses and
Wicks
Knives and Forks, Walters, Looking glasses, &c.
Stone Ware at factory prices
large assortment of common ware, which will
sell very low, Wholesale or retail
G. s. FOWLER, Importer.
Store on 7th-stree opposite National InteAigencer
once. feb 24-3ta6wif
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WHITES Compound Sirup Of WILD
wv CHERRY, Sarsaparilla, and other

WHITES Compound Sirup or WILD
w CHERRY, Sarsaparilla, and other
MEDICINAL PLANTS. 4 he preparer, Of the
above SiruP, havrg 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 it's sautary operation, to offer it 10 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 Sarsaparilla, prepared by Mrs. ].
@. While, on 9th street, between ID and F. streets.
Her cough was entirely cured by using the above
S'-up and take pleasure in recommending it to
the public as a and speedy remedy for coughs,
however violent or long standing.
J. K. HANSON
H street, First Ward. Washington.
Mrs ]. c. WHITE: Dear Madam,--H affords me
hear 1t satisfaction to lay before the public 1~ hem
eft received from yeur Compound Srup Of Wild
Cherry and Sarssparila. was taken two wears
ago, with bad cough. and tried great many things
that were recommended, and nothing did ne any
good was advised to try some OF your Compound
Sirul # Wild Cherry and Sarsaparilla. Ny cough
was SO bad that hardly could 60 along, and after,
taking the first bottle 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.
AGErrs. 'Ys
s. Redfern, First Ward, Washington. m
Lewis Cephane, Tenn. avenue between 9th and
10th streets.
Refer To
Mrs. Lucinda O'Farrell Dove, F street, between
llth and 18th streets.
Edward Francis King street, Alexandra. DC.
Price ST per bottle, or $40 per dozen For sale
by J. G. WHITE, Ninth street,
feb 14-2awly Between d and E streets
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CHEAP, CHEAPER, CHEAPEST OF ALL.
CHARLES CALVERT, JR.. CABINET AND

CHEAP, CHEAPER, CHEAPEST OF ALL.
IHARLES CALVERT, JR., CABINET AND
u CHAIR JMd.NUF.ACTURER, Corner Of Penn
sylpania apenus, and 18th street, Washington City,
Venitian Blinds made to order. All work executed
punctually, and in the most workmanlike manner.
Funerals attended at the shortest notice, and on
reasonable terms.
The subscriber thankful for past fayors he has
received respectfully asks for continuation of the
same; he is always prepared to execute any work
in the above line.
Old Furniture repaired and vanished, also taken
in exchange for new. nov Sly G. c.
n c. BEVERIDGE'S CHEAP T.dILORLNG
". ESTABLISHMENT, Pennsylvania auenue, OPP
poste Colemans Hotsi Washington city, is prepared
to make up Clothing Of every description in the
most modern style and at the shortest notice, and
not surpassed in workmanship by any establishment
in the city. The following prices have been adopt
ed to suit the times:
Making and trimming Coats, best style, $6 SO
Do do. Pants do 90
Do. do Vests do rs
Making Goats without trimmings 90
Do Pants do. do, / 25
Do. Vests do. do. IS
All work warranted to fit in superior style.
G. C. b. having practical knowledge, and long
experience in the above profession, will readily
company Gentlemen to select such Cloths in dry
goods stores as they may desire.
Gentlemen's Garments cleaned in very supe-
rior style.
N. B.-Gentlemen and children's clothing cut to
order in the most fashionable style and SO arranged
that there can be no mistake in making them up.
/ dec 23-tf
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THE LIFE AND TIMES OF HENRY
CLAY. By Calvin Cotton, .a,sthor of 'sJ,t

TTNHE LIFE AND TIMES OF HENRY
CLAY, BY Calvin Cotton, .anthor Of 'sJre
mus Tracfs," -Four Years in Great Britain" 8c.
The work consists Of two volumes octavo 504 pages
in each, and is embeIlished with two engravngs.
Its mechanical execution is in the best style of ee-
CANT literature The price Of the work is as follows
In fine muslin binding 81 90
Do do do gilt edge and side s 90
In sheep, extra, library style 90
In calf super extra gilt 80
In Turkey morocco, super extra gilt SO
The publishers would state, that booksellers are
furnished with the work only at the subscription
price and hence all who subscribe when the agent
makes his applications will probably get the work
cheaper than by purchasing from tho booksellers.
IA r.. FARNHAM, Agent for the Publishers,
| Corner Of llth stssst and Pennsylvania avenue.
april 1l-tf MA 1.s, II \ n.
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MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COM
Nl PANY OF THE CITY OF NEW
VHRK- MnpRTS pOpTNCON pro.;Jart uav

YORK-MORRIS ROBINSON, President. Hav-
ing been appointed agent for tho above named in
sttution, am prepared to receive applications for
insurance life for one more years, or for the
duration Of life. The advantages of the mutual
principle above the heretofore more usual joint
stock companies great that it is only neces-
sary to understand the principles Of its operation to
give decided preference to the mutual plan. A
treatise the subject and forms Of application for
insurance be had at my store on 7th street. i'm
mediately opposite the National Inteligencer Office.
G. s. FOWLER, Agent.
feb 24-3tawtf
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SUMMER FASHIONS.
M RS. 8. PARKER will open on Tuesday, May
NL Str, one case Of French Hats for the Sum
mer season. ~-nv4-3t
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nLEASANT and wcll-furnished apart
ments may DO had at Miss GURLEY's, on G
street, near A. iss7G6
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BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD.
- 80 &C. &C. e.
TRANSFORMATION OrrIcE.

Transportation OFFICE,
II WASHINGTON, NOVEMBER 13, I645.
NIOTICE.-Inp pursuance of an order Of the Presi
V dent and Directors of this Company, notice
is hereby given that no money except such as is
bankable in this city, will hereafter be received il
payment Of freights accruing from the transporta-
tion of produce or merchandise on this road.
By order: SAM'L. STETTINIUS,
nov 27-tf Agent.
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q. II. .MUyCK,
Gun, Locksmith, and Bell y-Haneey, d, Bet,oeen 6h
and 7h Streets
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THE MUTUAL BENEFIT LIFE IN
SURANCE COMPANY;

ONCE No. IL, Wall street, New York.
THIS Company continue to insure LIVES ON
| LY upon the most favorable terms, and at the
lowest rates of premiums The annual premium.
if over $50, may be paid one-fourth in cash and
threefourths in secured note, payable in year,
with six per cent interest. subject to assessments,
if required by the Company or it may be paid in
monthly or quarterly payments at the option of the
insured. There will be an annual dividend of pro-
fits paid in scrip certificates, bearing per cent in
terest, which interest is payable annually. The
Company vii loan on their scrip two-thirds its
amount, or it may be applied to the payment of f-
| tnre premiums or to increase the amount insured.
All persons taking policies become members, but are
| not liable beyond the amount of their premiums.
married woman can insure the life of her hus-
band, secure from any demands of his creditors for
any amount the annual premium Of which does
not exceed $500. The company will pay an equi-
table 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
the persons insured. The funds Of the Company
must be invested only in stocks of the United States
States Of Massachusetts,, New Jersey, New York.
in first mortgages real estate, worth double the
amount loaned.
Rensselaer, Havens, Robert L. Patterson,
Lewis G. Grover Charles 8. Macknett,
VIM. A. F. Pentz, Thos. B. Segur,
VIM. M. Simpson, Marcus L. Ward.
Henry McFarlan,
ROBERT L. PATTERSON, President
BENZ. q. MILLER, Secretary
JOSEPH l. LORD. Agent.
JAMES STEWART, M. D., No. 2, Bond ST.,
Medical examiner.
Washington, ID. G.
JOSEPH G. LEWIS, Agent 7th street, nearly
opposite the Patriotic Bank.
HARVEY LINDSLY, M. D., corner of Al and
G Streets Medical examiner feb eff
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WILLIAM w. STEWART,
Magistrate, Notary Public, Collector and General
81 agent, Office No 4, Pennsylvania avenue, near
W Cap'toI. may 9-3.n
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LAWS OF THE UNITED ST.aTES-STERE-
OTYPED EDITION.
Published by authority Of Congress.
VOL. 10 SEPARATELY.
TTHE subscribers will publish at the commence
i ment oethe present session of Congress, about
January l, 1916, "THE LAWS OF TIE UNITED
STATES" agreeably to an act of Congress Of the
last session, and for the accommodation Of those gem
heen pho hare the earlier edition in nine pol,mes,
volume ten, containing the laws from the year 1889
to March l845, 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.
LITTLE s. BROWN,
Law Booksellers and Publishers, Boston.
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HESUBscRIBER keeps constantly on hand agood
Il assortment Of HARDwAnr, including holio,o
,oarc, Wood Wwc Brushes Bashsfs, Jap. Tin Ware,
Door Mats and a large collection Of Miscellaneous
Goods 70 which he invites the attention Of pur-
chasers, believing that he can and docs sell ss low
as any other house in the city.
Jan 3l-,d GEO. SAVAGE,