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honestly and earnestly strive To avoid the rocks upon
which we have been partially wrecked, we shall have
made the proper and wise Improvement upon the sad
lesson. care not--indeed, l am rather pleased than
otherwise, with the recent efforts OF that greatest OF the
federal champions, Daniel Webster The he speaks
the more clearly will the principles and policy Of the fed
issue for 1913 be presented He may gloss over with
fine sayings and smooth words the arstocratc features
and tendencies OF protective tariff may rail at the Mex
lean war, and seek TO the administration with dis
grace all such exhibitions OF federal instincts and fed.
era policy will but to the people and pre-
pare the democracy for determined effort TO meet and
overthrow once again the federal party with its defenders
and supporters.
81 am yours, truly, o."
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BALTIMORE, Dec 40, p
Cold Preparations for the Ringgod funeral
Trial Of Commander carpenter. ---Healh of John O.
adams The Maine election. Mayoraltyof Boston,
The markets, &c. ... .. ...
The weather continues cool, clear and delightfully."- pleas
Our thronged with the beauty and fashion
of the city. ..,..
The arrangements for the funeral ceremonies of Major
Ringgod progressing rapidly. There will be less
than twelve hundred cavalry in the procession, and the ri
he and infantry companies will be very numerous they
reporting themselves from section OF the State,
well from Delaware and Pennsylvania. The remains
are expected daily, and Tuesday has been APP
pointed for the funeral ceremonies and it will doubtless at
large of visiters both military and civic,
from Washington. .+.... .EamY..
The trial of Commander Carpenter or rather the court of
inquiry into the of the loss of the United States brig
Truxtn, is still in session at Norfolk From what learn
there il every believe that the facts of the case
will fully exonerate her commander from all blame. The
number OF government vessels recently lost is quite unusual
and calls for rigid examination to the facts.
The Boston papers state that there is steady improve
ment in the health of the Hon John Quincy Adams and
that the improvement had been marked any
time than during Saturday and Sunday last. The ''ol
eloquent is said persist in retaining his the
House OF Representatives being fully satisfied in his
mind that he will soon be as well as again.
The New York Journal of Commerce has addition
al returns from the legislature of Maine. As far heard
om the House comprises 10 edernss and abolionists
aud rs democrats Senat3 federaists and democrats
may be considered certain that the democrats will
nave on una OF course VIII MI the
Is vacancies in the Senate This will increase their major
ity on Joint ballot to IS or 30.
The Hudson river Is now closed with ice from Pough-
keepsic TO Albany. ..
Josiah Quincy was reelected mayor of Boston, on Mon
day, by about LOO majority all opposition.
TuE MARKErs.The Baltimore market for four has been
qae firm to-day 81 rs for Howard street. whilst some
holders asking 81 s7t. .#.... s
The supply Of both wheat and corn is small Prices
more frn with better demand, and litc improvement
quote good to prime Maryland red wheat 80 90 cents
ordinary TO good red wheat 10 IS cents white wheat
family Hour 100 liz cents corn, white, II a As
cents corn, yellow, A ~ cents; 80 80 cents rye
62 n 65 cents.
At Philadelphia, this morning the telegraph reports tla
fresh ground shipping brands held 81 IS with
moderate sales. There more fnnuess in the grain
market Prime red wheat is held 100 l0S cents; vel
low corn, old, nj 81 50 cents, and 81 80 cents
81 cents The cotton market Is steady and prices
firm.
Nothing has been received relative TO the markets from
New York to-day; but navigation has been competeIy
closed for several days change may be anticipated IN
prices until the next steamer arrives.
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Remains or Major a,nxssld.

We learn that the remains Of the late Major Ringgod
arrived here this evening, and conducted jackson
Hall, where they will remain until tomorrow (Thurs-
day. evening" from whence they will be escorted to the
cars by the military OF our city at O'Clock, where
they will be delivered into the charge Of the Baltimore
committee The citizens generally invited to attend
We understand, Also that the hall viii be open tomor-
row any OF citizens who may desire to visit the
remains.
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OFFICIAL.
ApyurANr GrNrRAL,s OrrIcE,

Washington, Dec. 10, 154o
The remains OF the distinguished Major Ringgol, late
Of the United States artillery, having unexpectedly
reached this city, their way TO Baltimore, the officers
Of the army, navy, and marine corps near the seat OF
government. are invited to unite tomorrow afternoon
with the citizens and volunteer corps OF Washington, in
paying the tribute of respect due the occasion to that
gallant officer. who lost his life in the service OF his
country,
r. JONES, Adjutani General.
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The elections for members of the State Legislature in
the vacant districts on the 18th instant, resulted in the
choice of FIVE democrats and ederast, leaving still
nine vacancies
The districts which have not effected election were
represented last year by six democrats and three federal
lists The House, thus far, standsdemocmts 10, feder-
alists CO. The next trial will be onthe 2Sth inst.
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MARRIED.,

In this city, at 3 O'Clock, to-day, by the Rev. Mr.
Rom, LEVI ID. SLAllM, esq, OF New York, to Miss
JANE MORSELL of Washington.
1.-THE happy pair left the CRY this evening. in the
northern cars accompanied by the best wishes OF the
numerous friends who witnessed their nuptials.l
At KiLmanoek, Lancaster county, Virginia, the 81
instant by the Rev. ]. LEWIS SHUcK, pastor of the First
Baptist church, Canton, China, the Rev: THOMAS W.
TOBEY, missionary China, 10 Miss ISABELLA HALL,
third daughter OF the Rev. ADDISON HAIL. aud sister OF the
hate Mrs. HENBIErrA SHUCK.
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IL Unparalleled success of the Shaking Qunkers Ca
rus's Saoon-These singular people will hold their meet
ngs three evenings noreDecenber 18th, lSth and l9h
the saloon lecture by Miss Dyer showing the rise and
progress OF Shakerism. For 80 cents
much, and more, of Shakerism than if he had paid
a visit New Lebanon, which would much time and
money. The audiences thus far have been highly respect
able and much gratitied. Dec I6-3H
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Psstmnsters and Clerks.

Instead of touching this question ourselves prefer
to let the writer of the following letter speak for him
self He is best acquainted with the grievance, and best
knows how to apply the remedy. This letter is from
OF the principal postmasters in the United States
I.t '.t.='.. c., DECEMBER 10, 1916.
"In your comments on the admirable report of the
Postmaster General, you omit TO notice that part of it
which refers to the increased duties devovng the lar
ger Offices and to the decreased compensation postmas
tiers. &c. The Postmaster General correct II is inn
these responsible Offices Unless they are to be suitably
compensated The duties of all the larger Offices have
immensely increased, is shown by the reports and yet
they have only the number Of clerks and the
amount OF aid. have in my Office some OF the most in
tegent, INDUSTRIOUS and efficient clerks 10 be found
anywhere Many of them have to work night and day
and the public ought not to expect such for such
miserable compensation Ii mistakes sometimes occur,
they much TO be ttrbued to the want OF the prop
e force to carry on the business any other cause
indeed much more So If you should again have lime to
to the report of the Postmaster General invite
your attention to that part of it to which | have re-
ferred." '.... .. 10
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Carusi's saloon.

COIREES DANSANTES-Thc highly popular soir6es
- will be continued every Saturday evening during the
His dancing academy is still open for the reception of
scholars. The fashionable waltzes, Pokas, and gal
lipades Introduced and taught.
The saloon will be rented for balls, concerts, &c. &c
the most reasonable terms, Dec l6-3t
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TNNGLIsH Colored Toy Books, OF n more finished ex-
T. ecuon than those ordinarily sold in the United
States. Just received by .....
Dec To- F. TAYLOR.
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~. :. BERRELL s. y. s. BURR, .s.9saomors.

2s7 Market a., M door beop sh, north side, Philadelphia
LXECUToRS sale of the estate of the late Isaiah Luz
L. kens, deceased, comprising his valuable inven
tonsclocks quadrants, sexrnnts, cabinet of minerals
chemicals, philosophical apparatus, airuns, chronomete
steam engines, uirning-lathos, &c.
This sale win embrace all the personal property Of this
eminent mechanic
The sale viii commence Monday, January 4th, 1871
10 O'Clock, and continue from day to-day until finish
ed, his late residence northwest OF Eighth and
Market streets, up stairs.
In this sale may be found several clocks expressly adapt
ed public purposes, cabinet of minerals and In fact
almost everything OF and curious nature, which
invite the attention Of corporations universities and
persons fond of rare, curious, and useful articles.
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SouTH CARoLTNA--ChanceIorD David Johnson has been
elected governor without opposition For lieutenant
governor Dr. W. A Cain received 81 votes, w. Gil
more Simms II, and 6 scattering On the fifth ballot
Mr. Caldwell was chosen chancellor, to succeed Mr..
Johnson
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"A English education Is DESTROYS OF procuring situation
either assistant teacher in academy, gov
in private family Good references viii be given.
Communcatons stating terms addressed post paid, to
Miss 5. A. Lincoln, Haymarket, Prince William county,
Nirginin will inject with prompt ntenlon. Dec l6-3t*
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Ifl street. between llh and Eth streets has very
handsome and capacious room, with which she
conmodate members of Congress, small private
family, moderate terms. Single gentlemen win also
find very superior accommodations for the by
king immediate application Dec 10
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Lei
large clock, (made for Washington city) 5000
| do. do Louisville, Ky. do 1000
regulators, jcwoiiSd pallets, IL I'd pendulum ~
fine regulator, for astronomical observations 300
do. turning lathe, with slide rests, cost 250
/ do. seXtant, do. 100
pocket do, with stands and artificial horizons,
pair scales for weighing gold Tin cases) each 70
% rain gauge, cosreach
1900 medals and casts, valued at $50
large air gun, cost 80
small do. superior cost 100
fine rifle, telescope sight, cost l2O
machine for showing the procession of the eqi-
nox.
, l machine for measuring distances This il, of
the most curious and accurate inventions ia
II air canes, valued at 1850
air guns; 2 new cutting engines.
ldiyiding engine, for curves and straight lines,
superior new lathe, side rests with about
400 tools
l steam engine, IL horse power, complete
air guns, unfinished
CABINET OF MINERALS, 5000 SPECIMENS
This cabinet comprises many of the valuable speci
Is burometers 2 cutting engines
large quantity of mngnesj large cutting engine
very large dividing engine
Together with chonomeies chemical and philosophical
apparatus sextan quadan globes pistols, guns, Their
momcers, sachroneters, daguereoype apparatus stocks,
taps and dies mathematical Instruments, NC.
SPLENDID REPEATING CHRoNoMETER WATCH.
Also splendid gold repeating chonometcr watch, made
by Mr.. Lukens during his residence in London lie
repeatedly offered $500 for this watch.
HIS SUPERIOR RIFLE.
Also, superior rifle, with graduating and telescope
sights together with and large quantity of accoutre
ments made by Mr.. Lukens
Catalogues will be issued in due time.
Persons wishing catalogues will please forward their adj
dress.
Also will be sold at the time, very superior Tioo
dote with arch, tripod &c. &c in com plee ORDER f5
The goods will be arranged for examination and after
Dec. 9-gtT&F s"..t UH as#
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DoARDINt

DoARDING.-Fye well-furnished rooms, with board
I'D be had a the house adjoining the residence Of Mr.
Clements, on g street, between 81 and II streets
Dec l5-diff
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Important from, Par,s.

CHARLES GAUTIER has the NhoDeS 10 inform the ci-
zens of Washington and the District that additional
cases of fancy bonbons boxes, manufactured expressly Tor
that welknown establishment called In Vile de Paris
corner pennsyvnnia and Eleventh street,
inst been received direct from Paris and will be opened
the I'D instant, which occasion there will aso b. ex
hbited beautiful variety of exquisite kisses, unsurpassed
in the United States Tor their intrinsic excellence ano
beauty together with splendid assortment Of fancy art
ce developing the of the conectoners ART
extent never attempted hitherto in this country.
Charles Gaucr has also the pleasure TO inform hi
friends and patrons that he has on hand large supply
proaerved fruits and viii continue receive during The
winter season every species of fruit, preserved in a it,
original fire. shness and purity, and al times tasting
lust cuIed from the garden, a.s .... i...f
Charles Gauer will also be happy attend private par
ties public assemblies, NC. ~. 4. .." ...'
Dec. 16--dt2jthif y .r ..
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I7REson Milinsry Fancy NfticIo., Sc.--T6c sub

TNRENCH Millinery, Fnncy Articles, Vc.--Thc sub
scrtbar win OPEN over his soh, this morning, from,
Miss r. D,ye's establishments OF Philadelphia, arge and
splendid assortment OF ladies' desaes, owcrs rbands
Sc to whichh would respectfully invite the attention OF
the ladies OF Washington and its vicinity.
Orders taken foe evening dresses.
GEORGE f. ALLEN,
Pennsylvania avenue, between llth and 18th streets.
Dec l6-3uf WThNM =
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<,IHNEsE Goods at Auetion.-(On Thursday next the
~ l7th instant, shall SELL my auction store, halt
past o'clock, p variety Of Chinese goods, anongs-
which
10 dozen fruit plates, sets waiters
do sets coasters, backgammon boxes
Very handsome work-boxes, caddies
Bamboo bookcases, china vases, &c.
With many other articlesi all of which am ordered 10
sell without regard 10 price -
The Articles be at my auction store amy time
previous 10 the snle. ~
Dealers in fancy articles requested uuend these
goods must be sold rrf - ID. .s.r Il "a ~.
Dec 9-eodif R.w, DYER, Auctioneer.
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NOGICE.

A UCTION SALE-The second sale Of furniture etc.
"A will take place Fullers Hotel commencing on Mon
day, December 2lst. elf
Further notice will be given in day or two. i. 80
Messrs A. Fuller Co respectfully cau the attention of
those persons who bought articles their first sale and
request them call for them ts week, otherwise they will
be sold according specification In the SALE via SAN
articles bought this sale and called for will be reod
IT the risk OF the pure chaser"
In justice tine citizens generally think our duty
publish the of the persons who attended the sale
and bought articles without probably, ntentng cali
ior them, that the public may in future be on their
A FULLER q co.
Dec. I5-T&W Ii. HOAIANS Auctioneer,-
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From our Baltimore Correspondent.

BALTIMORE, Dec. 1916, D. m.
Cold ,oeather. Preparations for the Ringgod funeral
Trial Of Commander Carpenter. ---Healh of John O.
adams. The Maine election Mayoratyof Boston,
W.. e..
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The sentiment is becoming general one among the
democrats that il well and wisely the experience
have gained our recent defeats will prove of nest-
mable service TO the party We have carried out at the
last session OF Congress, most OF great
eep the graduation system, and established the principles
which constitute the great elements Of faith II i.
now our duty to maintain the great measures which we
have adopted So much for the past The future opens
upon us with inealculabe interest We to prosecute
with yigor, and terminate speedily the honor and
rights OF our country will permit, the war with Mexico
We have also TO maintain our political position al home
and prepare for the elections which are before us IN s47
and organize ourselves thoroughly for the important cleo
ton OF 1913 Defeat could not therefore, have befaen
u.s. al more fortunate season, If employ il properly
when we have carried out prominent measures and
the necessity OF uniting forces and organizing
our for the important elections which are
sweeping EDWARDS.
These defeats are already producing the most sal
utary results. concliatory and cordial feel
ing eharactenzes republican friends in Congress,
upon the opening Of the session. They have come
together in better and wiser spirit-prepared, and
as we hope, determined to bury their little animos
tes, and 10 rally around the administration in carry
ing out the measures OF Congress with all the en-
ergy which they display. Already see the good
effects OF it in the Senate chamber The democratic
members have eoaeseed in the proper spirit and organ
lied te committees at once and with the finest concert
upon republican principles and yet as liberal as
could be expected towards the members of the opposi
ton Ii left TO them TO select from their own part,
the minority Of each committee, in the ratio OF two L
three Let pursue this system of harmony and unior
in all the movements OF the democratic party, and on
defeats have taught US the wsest lessons.
In connexion with these remarks we submit the fol
lowing letter from New York, from friend of Mr.
Wright which looks to the past as well the future
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READY MADE GLoTHING,

ever offered In this neghborhood which he will
sell from 10 to copper cent cheaper than the cheap.
est His stock is got and selected with great care,
made Of the best and oSt flshona' lie material,
and in the most wOrkmqnlike mannor and style.
embracing every grade, color and price which VIII
suit either the taste or economy oG purchases
will sell
!0eed sack troch q dress coats fromS3 90 to 90
Summer and crotOn CLOTH do . s7t0l IS
Linen and giHgham do 25to2OO
Buck and French cashmere PGntg 70 tod 10
Sattiaet do 75t 25
Drilling and gamboon do G2fo2 50
Satin and silk rests . 50 3 rs
S,oansdOWn and MQrsale rests 5Oto2 50
Besides good assortment of Stocks, Crayats,
Handkerchleis Collars, Shirts; &c. all of which
the public are invited 70 call and examine For them
selves before purchasing elsew here if they wish to
get good bargain and well suited.
July IL, l84G-l2u
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Pretty Feathers Nakea Fine sAir..

A ND as this holds good in almost every recpo,
"a the subscriber would again inform his friend
and the public generally, that ne is still living an
occupying the OLD STAND. on Main-street. b,
tween the Office Of c. r. Burkale aud the Black
smith shop Of Moses COiiman, at which place he
may he found upon tke seal Of poverty, prepared
10 draw out the thread of aflliction He has us,
received the The --latest StNic Of Fashi0ns for
SPRING and SUMMER, and with them hl
stands pledged to accommodate his friends, custo-
mers and the public generally with good substan.
t'a :asty fits or no charge IN de.
b. RUPERT, TAILOR will be found upon
a Single stuck up above the door.
AdnisSion free Of oil errrnsc
He would also inform his Giends that Wheat
Rye, Oats, Corn and Potatoes will be taken in ex.
change for work done at his shop, and little OF
he pcWter 9!actun, once in while, will not com,
amss. Call and give him trial,
BERNARD RUPERT.
April 25 lS48--l
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. CuH before purchasing Eiscwherc at
the Ne,c Factory Of EarthenaOme," jy
THOMPSON 4 HICKS.

VgNHE subscribers have opened POTTERY.
n on the oad leading from Main 10 lhrd ST.
near the Methodist Church, Bloomslurg, Colum.
bla county, where they intend to nranufac,rre
waIe OF the best material; the latest ard most sr.
proved patterns and finished in the very best p,a.
ner such as Pots of alldescrplions; Dishes Of w.
eIy variety and Jugs of all sizes; aud ,ari.,y of
other articles too numerous 10 mention. in tac. ~,
kinds and every variety which NAV he wa1,,l l.
any who may favor them with cali A sarrly
kept constantly on hand which will he sold by
whoesa retail little cheaper than the rhear-
est for ca.hor country produce. Also dry pi4s
Wood taRen in exchange for wak if delivered az,
their shop.
Dlocmsbgrg September S, lSl6-2O
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Being attacked with fever which 10 his
rhysici'n, presented no very alarming
symptoms, he soon became impressed with
the idea, that that would be his last sick
ness, The disease gradually grew upon
him, and having affected his brain, at times
deprived him of his reason, A council Of
Physicians was called in, and every ellOrl
made 10 arrest the disease. An anxious
mother with sleeplOss eve, watched at his
bed side, and minIsiercd 10 his every want
A beloved sister, who had but Jest risen
from bed Of sickness, was with him, 10
pour consolation into his bosom, and all
that relatives and friends could do, for one
they dearly loved, was done. The disease
gradually grew worse, until the morning oI
l9th, when he expired amid his agonizlng
relatives, and the fears and lamentdion of
many, whom his eshmabIe qualities had en-
desred 10 him.
la his private life, Dr.. Vastine possessed
an enviabe character and reputation
Though modest aOd retiring, he was desi-
rabIe companion, and could rot but be es-
teemed, by all who knew him. But he is
gone, & the place ,hat once knew him, m,shall
know him no more forever. When The grey
haired and aged, are taken away,we ATE wo 4
10 cay, they have filed up The measure oil
their years and gone 10 their rest, but when
young bud of promise is pIucked away,
we are led i5 say, The ways of Providence
are indeed Mystenous G
BIoomsburg Sept. %, 1916,
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ENOCH HOWELL.
Il Al OR

RESPECTFULLY, informs the public'that he
Has Remooed his Ship to Epyioun.
where he will always be ready, as heretofore Ia
make any kind of clothing at the shortest notice
and in the best and most fashionable style. From
his long experience in the business, he Aat,er.
himself that he shall continue to give general sat
sfaction and thereby hopes to receive share ofthe
public patronage.
Or PARTICULAR attention paid to cutting.
All kinds Of country produce taken in payment
fol work.
Espytown, May 8, l848--tf3
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To The free Independent Electors Of Co,
iumbia county.
FELLOW CITIZENS. BY the solisitalion
Of a number of my friend | have been in
duced 10 offer myself as a candidate for the
office of SHERIFF of Columbia county al
the next general Election. Should be so
fortunate as to receive majority Of your
votes pledge mysef to perform the duties
Of salt Office 10 The best Of my ability, win
humanity.
BENJAMIN H.HYMAN
Orange township July 23i 1876.
Bo w. WlaAVL&Do
SURVEYOR md CO.rgEl:7.N CER,
BLoOMSBURG, Pa.