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Extract Of a letter from an officer Of The army, dated
.hfau Is 1876.

.....a May 10, 1910. ..
1--WE have at length been grati6ed in our desire
to prove to the country that we not only deserve
more consideration at the hands Of those who WELD
its destinies than we have heretofore had but that
we stand ready to shed blood freely for her hon
or and her interests. We have won two splendid
victories in two successive days--tho first at Palo
Alto on the 9Th, three to against US, and the
ond at Resaca de Guerrero on the 9th inst. On the
first day the artillery had it pretty much to them
selves; and on the second the infantry had full
sweep, the artillery and dragons doing up their
work in the finest possible style. Such laundering,
cracking and shouting has not been heard in all the
broad land of North America for more than halt a
century. The enemy sustained most signal de-
feat Eight pieces of field artillery, brass; 2OO,0oo
rounds Of musket cartridges and the entire baggage
train fell into hands Not less than 500 OF the
enemy were killed, wounded, and taken. General
La Vega, and many other officers, fell into our
hands.
"Our loss, when contrnsted with that Of the enc
my, is trihing we lost spendid officer in Ringgold
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OLD POINT HOTEL,

NOW one Of the most splendid and extensive es-
~ Adjustments in the country, will be opened
for visters on the LIST Of June
Since the last season, a beautiful building has
been erected, fronting three hundred and ten feet,
and very many alterations and improvements have
been made in other respects. The grounds have
been much improved, fine walks made 10 the bath
houses, and for those who prefer snrf-bathing, no
place can present finer beach
No expense has been spared TO render this, for
comfort and pleasure in every respect, the first place
in the country. The beauty Of the scenery, and the
salubrity Of the climate, make this the most aitrac-
tive place in the Union. ... ..#.
The walks in and around the fort, together with
the music of the splendid band, arc alone well worth
a visit here.
Situated on the Chesapeake bay, on the grea, line
OF travel between the North and South il oiFers an
agreeable resting place TO all persons going north
phia, ~ OF Baltimore, Washington, Alexandra, and
Annapolis, Of Richmond and Pctersburgh, and
within one hour Of Norfolk and Portsmouth,, there
by enabling persons engaged in active business 10
place their families in OF the most agreeable and
healthy spots in the whole country where they car
be visited at any time within few hours
Throughout the sumner from 20 10 Of the hnesi
class steamboats, touch here daily, moving IN every
direction, offering every facility for reaching here ~
getting away, and from the cheapncss OF the fare
holding out great inducements 10 travel
The services OF active and efficient agents have
been procured, and no exerlloBs Will be spared "
render comfortable all who may favor M with theII
JAMES s. FRENCH
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U. S. SHIP PoroMAc, PENSACOLA,
MAY 20 l8l6

The following anecdote. which | have from
Gen. Taylor himself, just occurs TO ME. II will
give you some idea Of the ardor and spirit display
ed by troops on the field of battle. Near the
close of the last engagement, it observed that
some two or three pieces Of the enemy's artillery
mad a commanding position, we're well served, and
we're doing considerable mischief in ranks. IL
was therefore very important that they should be
taken or dislodged Immediately. And the gallant
Captain May (of Washington city, happening to
be at hand with a squadron Of his Dragons, the
general ordered him to charge upon these guns, and
stop until he jumped right them for they
must be taken (sald he) cost what it might. OF
went the Dragons at full speed; and said the gene
raj, chad Gibraltar been before them | do belive
they would have gone into it," In few moments
the guns were captured, and with them the Mexi-
can General Vega was made prisoner. He was
almost the only man that stood by them to the
last.
This General Vega is said to be ofthe brav-
est and most respectable men in the Mexican ar
my. General Taylor offered him HIS parole that he
might return to his family; but he declined t--say-
ing that fthe war continued, his government would
not permit him to respect a parole; and that he
should be compelled to take up arms again in spite
of himself if he remained in Mexico. This his own
sense of honor forbade. He has accordingly been
sent to New Orleans. What commentary on the
character Of his countrynen and government! Aris-
tas portfolio, containing new maps and drawings of
the seat of the war; plans of his campaign, and con-
templated operations, with original orders and in
structions from his government, 10 how his prison
ers &C., were to be treated and posed Of &C., &c
is among the trophies of the last battle-evidence
that Arista must have abandoned the field in some
haste Gen. Taylor spoke of it rare bijou, and
seemed to be almost as much delighted with the
possession of it as if he had captured Arsta him.
self.
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WILL be sold at auction on the premises

WILL be sold at auction on the premises
w on Saturday, the llth July on a credit of one
and two years, equal payments, bearing interest
from the day OF sale, bonds and approved security to
be given the farm Of 206 acres, owned and oc-
cupied by Basil Loveess, at his death. IL lies
just within the north western limit of the District
Of Columbia, about FIVE miles from the city, on
the turnpike, which branches a half mile beyond
the farm into the roads leading to Rockville Brook
vile, and Coleville Maryland. 100 are
in wood great portion OF il oak and chestnut fit for
fencing. There are several fine springs, and rich
bottom Of 40 acres, adapted to meadow, with good
miIl-seat on Rock Creek. The rest is on the eeva-
ted plain which divides the waters of Rock Creek
and the waters of the Eastern Branch Of the Poto-
mac. A height not far from the road, eligible
building Site commands fine view Of the surround.
ing country. The Sugar Loaf mountain, in Mary
land, some 30 miles distant, is distinctly visible.
The homestead on the road used a tavern,
and proved profitable. The soil is well adapted to
clover, is kind and easily improved. The place is
recommended to purchasers by IFS high and healthy
situation, its neighborhood to one of the best
kets in the Union, and its immunity from taxation,
the within the District and out of the city be-
ing little more than nominal. The sale will GER
tsinly be made at the time appointed without bid
ding in by any Of the heirs of whom able to
become the purchaser. The title is believed to be
indisputa6le.
F. p. BLAIR, Agent,
.fppoinied 10 make sale and distribution among the heirs.
June 3-2awts IIDtelieencerl
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Ne would respectfully RcqaA,Hi members Of Con.
Rtcss and ctEsns generally, that be has permission
70 retain Coz the week only, The very extensive va
silver oases, which were much admired At the
national faif. Theas wanting the article have now
an oppor,ani,y ~ sgPplying themselves with the
atssi pauerns o. the very best make N the United
saatsa Ahsr ikia wcek, they mast he returned TO
DC manufactures, No. Lew Brown, Brooklyn, New
Nork.
Juns Ig--h
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vJ,HE subscriber having reason to be-

THE subscriber having reason to be-
lieve although no will and last testament Of
the late Gen. John P. Van Ness Of the city Of
Washington has appeared, that such an instru-
ment was executed, and subsequently lost or mis-
laid, requests all persons having any knowledge Of
the fact, either witnesses or otherwise, immedi-
ately to communicate such information to Judge
Nathaniel P. Causin Of the Orphans court, Wash
ington, d. G.
NEw YoRx, June 8, 1886.
June S--d1w
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BANK OF THE METROPOLIS,

May 5, lS46.
NOTICE is hereby given that the annual meet
~ ing of the stockholders of this bank, provided
for in the articles Of association will be held at the
clearinghouse Monday, the 9th day of July next,
for the purpose Of electing trustees to manage the
affairs OF the bank for the year then next ensuing.
The polls for such election will be open from 10
o'clock, a M, till 3 o'clock, p. m.
punctual attendance is requested.
BY order of the board Of trustees:
RID. SMITH,
NAV 5-eodt6July Cashier.
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NAV 5-eodt6July

NEW and valuable wOrk.--Memoirs Of the
IN administrations of Washington and John
Adams, edited from the papers Of Oliver Wolcou,
Secretary of the Treasury; by George Gibbs, in 2
large octave vols this day received and for sale by
GEO. TEMPLEMAN.
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LinnBan Botanic Garden and Nursery,
LITE OF VIM PRINCE, DECEASED, FLUSH
Ing. L. L. NE.HR NEW YORK
IL -

TNHE NEW FRUPKIETURS0 OF thls ancIeht
u and celebrated Nursery, known as Princes,
and exclusively designated by the above title for
nearly fifty years, offer for sale more extensive
variety Of Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs,
Vines, Plants, &C., than can be found in any other
Nursery in the United States and the genuneness Of
which may be depended upon; and they will un-
remittngly enacavor to merit the confidence and
Of the public, by integrity and iberality
in dealing, and moderation in charges.
Descriptive catalogues. with directions for plant
ing and culture, furnished gratis on application, post
paid and orders promptly executed.
WINTER g. CO., Projectors.
Flushing, l.. l., March, 1916.
Orders received by J. F. CALLAN, Druggist,
corner of E and It'll streets, Washington, from
wsm catalogues may be had
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DIR. p.nninx.. Lectures Repeated.

IN oomfassnee Win public request, from several
II astineui.hed gentleman OF this city, DR.. Ban
Uins has consented 10 repeat his lectures on MEDr
flI AEsrosr and hysiology-developing the Sc
srst ola bsautfal form Of body and strength OF con.
st,ulion and the prevention Of chronic diseases and
weaknesses Of the human trunk THAT IL, a correct
physical eduoaon;) also the immediate relief Of the
saIas by mechanical support. Lectures delivered
on each evening Of the week, al O'Clock, IN Con-
osd Hall, Pennsylvania avenue.
Dr. b. may be consulted al Miss Gurley's, city
Of Washington, from o'clock a. IN. 70 IL p. m,
by thOsa laboring under the following symptoms
w, soreneas Of throat, and weakness incident to
public speakers, weakness Of the chest with short
cough, splling Of blood, and difficult respiraiions;
pspilaton Of the heart dyspepsia, with constipa-
ION, piles, and a sense Of weakness In the sides
and "sOrsaes nj the stomach; disposition to droop
and lounge, with gloom and crying, not knowing
The cause; great weight and weakness at the hips
and lower body, with WEAKNESS Of the limbs, and
inability TO exercise; pain OF aching in the back,
with curvature shoulder and hip being too prom
iDen also weak iastgrowing children, and ladies'
accustomed to wearing supports about the shoulders
and waist, removing desire for the same. This
view particularly meets the cases Of debtated and
dyspeptie ladies' and gentlemen from the South.
The following are from Professor Goddard, Of
Philadelphia, and Professor Mott, OF New York,
md others, eminent IN the professions
have examined Dr.. Banning instrument for the
relief Of weaknesses requiring support, and have
made practical experiment Of the same, and am as.
tonished at l,e results have also listened to his
views Of is applicability TO an extended class Of dis
eases, and think them TO be highly important, and
therefore cordially recommend them to the serious
consideration Of the medical profession.
PAUL b. GODDARD, M. ID.
Philadelphia, February %, 1886.
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TREASURY DEPARTMENT,

DERSONS having claims against balance due
Il from the Navy Department to the estate Of
Charles Stewart, deceased, late quarter gunner in
the United States service, hereby notified to pre-
sent them at the Office Of the Fourth Auditor Of the
Treasury within two months from this date.
June i5-3t
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RGE M. BIB ID /,


las established his Office in the city Of Wash
III ngton, and proffers his services to the public
in the prosecution Of claims upon the Treasury Of
the United States, in the argument Of cases in the
circuit courts for the District Of Columbia, and in
the Supreme Court Of the United States.
His Office is on the south side Of New York ave-
nue., between 9th and 10th streets.
June l3--Jv
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May 2l--eodai tlr'elligoncer.l
PINE watches, yewelry, and silver

LNINE Watches, Jeweiry, aud silver
IL ware.--SAMLw w. BENEDICT, No. Wal
street, New York. would call the attention Of per-
sons visiting the city to his large assortment u
chronometer, duplex, lever and other me watches,
imported direct from the hest makers W Earope,
and will be warranted perfect in every rrspstt and
correct time keepers. Also handsome paiitrn 81
anchor escnpements. Watches for ladies.
Mr.. Cotiier, who has been at the head q the ~.
pairing department for the last FIVE years, wil rive
his personal attention TO the repairing Of al hns
watches.
Spoons, forks, cups, and every description q III.
yer ware.
MAY o0-d3w
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I,OR sALE.---A first rate horse, and perfectly
IL broken, and safe to the saddle and carriage; and
il not 10 be surpassed traveller. Also an exc
ceent family carriage and harness which will cell
yerv low; or will rent to a careful person by the
month, very low if applied for directly, to the sub
scriber, on 12th street, between II street and New
York avenue.
June l6--3rs
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49, FOR SALE, commOdfous two
iii story brick house, with basement and back
iU building, one square north of St. Johns
Church, on 10th street. The owner wishing to
leave the city, will dispose of it reasonable terms
Inquire Of Mr. Holland at the counting-room of
the Union Office. a
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ERIE, Pa, June 6, 1876.
Hhih,
To the Editor Of the Union:

L
SIN; We look for the news from the Rtj,G rpnde
With all the anxiety imaginable, although We 'she
located on the opposite extreme OF the Union, and
consequently the last 70 receive il. However,
those "hghiaing ioirss" making wonderful havoc
with tims, that old grave digger" as vsil as the
city newspapers. We thought II wonderful inroad
on time when we received New York papers in
three days from the city, but no,o receive news
from Washington, via Buffalo, in uiriy-sir hours
when all the conveyances hit right; and the only
papers Of any interest TO US are those printed IN
Buffalo, except it be the Washington papers, which
are considered important regards confirmation, las
many Of the other city papers are much given TO
gasconading) although the news by them is always
received from thrty-sx to forty-eight hours after
that via Buffalo.
Notwithstanding the "buldogs ofwar" are bowling
on the frontiers Of Texas, and ii would be natural
TO suppose that every man would be for shoulder
ing his musket, yet the business thriving people
out here are pursuing the seven tenor OF their way"
and pushing commerce with their usual go-a-headi-
yeness and instead Of business tagging, It Is large
ly on the increase. At least one-eighth will have
been added to the already great amount Of our ship
ping this season. and yet there is not enough 10 do
the business. No less than eight new steamers Of
at least 900 tons each, will be out this season, to
say nothing of nearly the same amount OF tonnage
in smaller cra-aDd still the cry is onioud! There
IS one thing, however, which operates much TO our
deriment, viz: the low water IN the lakes this sea-
son. Most OF our harbors are rendered difficult OF
access by the larger class Of steamers and sail YES
sells even in calm weather, and il would prove GER
tain destruction to attempt them IN gale OF wind
1t is to be hoped Congress will pass the harbor and
river appropriation bill soon, SO that something may
be done to them early in the season, or you will
hear ofmany disasters during the fall months.
The United States steamer Michigan, Comd'r.
Champlin, is now at Buffalo, where she was or
dered few days since, and rendezvous to be
opened at that point for the shipment of seamen for
the seaboard, and she to remain there as receiving
ship. This arrangement, however will prove
failure from the fact that business is too thrifty on the
lakes, and seamen are getting from 10 to 20 dollars
per MONTH whereas, "Uncle Sam" is giving but
H. And again our northern tars have but little
relish for cruising in tropical climate during the
summer months.
| wonder why this iron vessel has never been
noticed by some of your Washington papers; she
Is decidedly the most efficient steamer in the service
and has cost much less than any other government
steamer of her class. Were there only some means
of getting her down to the seaboard, she would be
Just the thing for this Mexican war. Her dimen-
sons are as follows:
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And is f.ted as three-masted schooner, is propcl-
led by two low-pressure engines, with So inch cali
bre of cylinders feet stroke and % 6l2 feet water
wheels superior model, and remarkably light
draught of water, drawing but g. IL feet with all
her armament and ten days fuel on board. In ma
king the run from this place to Buffalo the other
day, she made the distance, IS miles, in 6 hours
and 90 minutes, ordinary steaming. II is to be
hoped the department will into the error Of the
present arrangement, and again put her in commits
sion, where she would be of much service to our
lake commerce by way of relieving stranded YES
sells visiting the different ports, &C.
Yours, respectfully, &c.
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June l5-iw
CPANIsH AND FRENCH Languages.

CPANISH AND FRENCH Languages.
- A gentleman, we'll known in this city, who has
filed professorships in the most distinguished uni
versities, and whose reputation is sufficiently estab
lished to merit confidence and insure success, will
devote n few hours every day 10 instruction in the
above languages. For particulars, apply TO Mr..
Taylor, bookseller, below the National Hotel.
June 9-tf
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WHATMAN's English Apti
Intiauarian

w drawing paper, imported difet from The
manufacturer, and the beet quality inside W him
by Y. TAYLOR
French vegetable tracing paper, q The iarsa
size, and Of unusually fine quality, imported dtrvgi
from Paris, by r. Taylor, under orders cor he
best that could be bought for money, without sup
ulation to price.
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Fine Watches, Jewelry, and silver Ware
SAMUEL w. BENEDICT,
~, r W,U s,r.si M, YorE


MOULD call the attention Of persons visiting
w the city to his large assortment Of chronome-
ter, duplex, lever, and other fine watches, imported
direct from the best makers in Europe, and will be
warranted perfect in every respect, and correct time
keepers. Also handsome pattern of anchor es-
opponents. Watches for ladies.
MIR. Cottier, who has been at the head Of the re-
pairing department for the last FIVE years, will give
his personal attention to the repairing Of all kinds Of
watches.
Spoons, forks, cups, and every description of sill
yer ware. May 30--lm
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WILlIAm G. BsEsT, Attorney and

w t"unseti"f AZ f-sws washington ~ ~
oil oommsnos ~ pr.etios ~ his profession in
nsxisn 9th u. u DENT, see and 70 addition 70
sl.s usual basnsss n the legal proession, vii attend
% elnius vhich nay onus fuFs Congress- 90 either
az he executive dsTaftnsnts o. bureaus OF before
any doesiirer nernatipnsi Tribunal created Tor the
elsius o. rghts q propeuY, N whfch his proies'
uionsi services may H. ussfui.
Omos (tl. same ocsaptst ~ Ms. Desi) A street,
geat side nsar Cay Hal
to- The unAer.,gnsA OH eouiinB. psofnp, and
onrsfa " the branchss ~ huane-s referred
- Ne ssprsms Cours ftks uaficd States, IN which
HI DENT.
Fsh la--eoa tN.1onal madagascar
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HOUSE FOR SALE OR RENT

kR&A HOUSE FOR SALE OR RENT
III will sell a comfortable brick house, two
it'd and half stories high, in McKelden's row,
6th street, between g and II streets, with good
ward attached to it, in excellent neighborhood; it
would be a desirable residence for small family;
or will rent it for $50 per annum. Apply to
J. r. CALLAN.
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ExrRA ATTRACTION, for six nights
Il snIy, at Carusi's Saloon, positively closing on
Saturday evening.
-Four Chemical Dioramas.
Milan Caihcdral.
3 BelnhAxzaf's Feast.
. Destruction Of Babylon.
4 Funsaal 81 Napoleon.
coselsdiAg ~.,h grand display Of SIX Croma-
Eops Nie~s.
s.sh evening NJ N O'Clock precisely.
naV sxhibitions on Wednesday and Saturday
Afternoons, at a. o'clock. See small bills.
Jans l3-l~
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10 Dedication OF Jackson Hali.-The
following gentlemen have been appointed commit
tee of reception TO assist in the ceremony of dedI
eating jackson Hall on the 4th of July next;
" Washington.
John Boyle, Thomas Thornley,,
Amos Kendall, Jerome Digs,
John Ward, John A. Donohoo,
John w. Maury, Joseph Hedrick,
Thomas Richie, J. +. CAlan,
John France, O. w. G, Dunnngton,
Daniel Ratcif, David Hines,
BALKAN Birch, jeremiah Sullivan
Gsorgstoton.
William King, SEN, Bernard Brien,
Thomas Jackson.
Alexandria.
William Morgan, IT. Johnson.
The following gentlemen are appointed marshas
for the occasion:
Chief marshal
James b. Phillips.
Assistant marshaIs.
John Ganet, Robert E. Doyle,
K. Denham, j. p. Stallings.
The aboye-named gentlemen arc respectfully in
yited 20 meet the committee Of arrangements at
Jackson Hall on Thursday evening at o'clock
G. p. SENGSTACK,
Chairman of Com. Of Arrangements.
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Furnished house to let.

--|---| Furn1BnGO house 10 IcL. n -------
kea A NEW two-story brick delightfully."-
iii;| situated, and furnished with every convent
IIl ence and comfort. Two servants, male and
female, will be hired with the establishment, at the
option Of the renter. Terms uncommonly low.
Address p. q. through the post Office.
May % ..m .m.
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TO THE MEDICAL PROFESSION.

The undersigned have examined DR.. Banning's
novel views on the mechanical pathology Of many
affections Of the viscera, and believe them TO be
highly interesting, and worthy the serious attention
Of the medical profession.
Respectfully,
]. KEARNY RODGERS,
STEPHEN BROWN,
ALEX. b. WHITING,
III. MCLEAN,
STEPHEN p. KIRBY.
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