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LATEST FOREIGN NEWS.

The steamer Hibernia arrived at HALT AK on
the l7th-thirteen days and three hours, from
Liverpool. The news brought by the sam was
conveyed TO this city in the short space of about
Is hours by Especial express for the Un ion''
Sir Robert Peel has entered on his great
work of commercial reform earnestly and sue
cessfully, with ,oorking majority Of 81 ir the
House of Commons.
The attention of the press and of the ublic
was so wholly absorbed in the great commer-
cial question, that we find nothing new irl the
European Times" in relation to Oregon.
The rumor in relation to the i'll health of Sir
Robert Peel, and his probable resignation in
consequence, had been contradcted He was,
said never to have been in better health. The
great speech in which he vindicated his com
mercial policy in the House-against his as
sailants, and especially against D'Israeli, who
seems TO have made the main hit of the opppsi-.
tion-is universally pronounced to be the most
imposing and successful oratorical effort OF the.
minister's long Parliamentary life.
The corn and cotton market seemed to be
generally in an unsettled and unsatisfactory
state. Business was dull.
There have been two terrific battles, in
which the British troops have been engas red,
In the East. Inc carnage was dreadful. Three
thousand three hundred British and ma tive
troops killed and wounded.
The news from France is somewhat inter
esting, but we canno, give the details. A line
of packets is to be established between FRI ,nce
and the U. S. which, it is said, will greatly fa-
cilitate the communication between these two
countries.
Not much excitement exists IN relation to
Oregon, though the final vote Of Congre, s on
the subject is looked for with anxiety.
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BOOTS AND SHOES.

ohN A. RUFF having purchased the entire
y stock IN trade of Mr.. E. LACY, consisting of
soo,s' Shoes and Pumps for gentlemen, of the best
quality Ladies' Misses and Childrens do. of every
Pauefn, would respectfully offer them for sale at
reduced prices
ne Is daily expecting from Philadelphia new
anu ,uh supply for Summer wear, which will be
sold low and ne hopes, by strict attention to bust
ness' TO merit the good will and patronage Of the
citizens generally, and continuation of trade from
Mr.. Lacy's good customers at the old stand. a few
doors East Of Colemans Hotel. and next door 70
Franck Taylor's Book Store.
march @l-3t [Intelgencer and Union 3tl
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CONGRESS BOOKS, LAW BOOKS,
ATEDICAL BOOKS, AMERICAN HISTORY,
lyI &C. The subscriber has fer sale, at his Stor e,
near corner of Al street and Pennsylvania avenu 9.
Washington, large stock Of
LAW BOOKS.
Among them are all the elementary works; also ,
The English and American Common Law ant
Chancery Reports. All the New York and Mary
land Reports: some of the Virginia Reports. Th,,
Law Library, 80 vols, together with handsome,
selection of such other Law Books suitable
for the Washington market.
CONGRESS BOOKS.
All the Laws, Documents, Journals Registers
Debates, and all books subscribed for or published
by Congress, are to be had in quantities at the sub
scrbers. The
MEDICAL BOOKS lAfs
were selected by the gentlemen of the Faculty in
the District. The collection embraces all the stan.
dard and elementary works.
"AMERICAN HISTORY"
Some of the American Books are very old and
rare; and all the late works on American subjects
are to be found in this Chapter.
MISCELLANEOUS BOOKS"
All the current literature of the day will be found
among these, in all the various fashionable bindings
RELIGIOUS BOOKS.
All the Bibles, Prayer, and Hymn Books, of al
most all the different denominations in all kinds of
bindings.
"BLANK BOOKS AND sTATIONERY.n
handsome assortment of Blank Books, and
all Kinds OF Stationery, for sale as above.
Inc BOOKS Will be sold as cheap as at any other
Bookstore in the United States.
march 7-tf GEORGE TEMPLEMAN.
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\ oTlCE.--The undersigned begs leave to in
lN form his friends and customers that he has
sold his stock in trade, consisting of Boots and
ohoes, to Mr.. JNO. A. RUFF, who he takes pleas
ure IN recommending to his friends and customers,
oeie'lng that he will use his utmost endeavors to
give them satisfaction; and he cannot permit the
occasion to pass without returning his warm &C.
kknowledgments for the patronage with which he
has been favored 4N 50
All persons having claims against him will hand
mem IN Immediately, and they will be paid on pre-
sentauon. Such of his customers as are indebted
10 MN ne hopes will do the same when their ac-
counts are rendered. He can be found at the OLD
STAND, or at Mr.. THOS. PURSELLS.
EDWARD LACY.
march 2l-3t [Intelligencer and Union 3t1
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AM CONSTANTLY RECEIVING
NEW GOODS

NEW GOODS
N my line, and have now in store large stock.
i consisting Of
French and English China Dinner, Tea, and Toi--
let Sets
Beautiful Dessert. and Supper Sets
Canton China, pearl, white, blue stone China, and
blue printed and figured Plates
Detached pieces of all kinds
Beautiful Vases, Allumet Holders, Casseroles Com
poters, Gard Baskets, Fruit Baskets Cake,
Baskets, Cologne Bottles, &c.
Gut and pressed Tumbers, Wines, Champagnes.
Hook, and Claret
Gut, plain, and coored Decanters
Cut and plain Water Bottles, Finger Bowls, and
Float Bowls
Britannia Coffee and Tea Ware
Casters, Lamps, Candlestcks, Mugs, Covered Pitch
efs
Table and Tea Spoons, Covered Urns, Bigpins. &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 / ill
sell very low, wholesale or retail
G, s. FOWLER, Importer,
Store on 7-sfreet, opposite National Intelligence r.
Office feb 24-3taswif
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MADAME LA ROY, Qate from the South, J
1vl wishes to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen
Of Washington that she will remain in the city
short time, and may be consulted at her present
idence on the corner Of Tenth and Q streets; and
by her unequalIed talent in Physiognomy, Zodiol-
ogy, and Chartology, is prepared to answer all
questions concerning the past, present and future
Price so cents. march 2l-3t*
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HANDSOME FURNITURE.

THE attention of purchasers is respectfully in
Il vited to a lot of new and very handsome Ma
hogany Furniture, made in Baltimore and Philade-
pha, which is offered for sale at less than manufac
turers prices There are Sofas, Wardrobes Bureaus,
Rocking, Parlor, and Office Chairs Pillar and Claw
Dining Tables, Large Extension Dining Table, with
five leaves, Secretary and Book Case, Single and
Double French Bed dteads, Office Writing Desks
b. HOMANS,
march lS-eo6t Between 10th and Ith SITS.
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"A. Card.

VNHE subscriber takes this method to inform his
Il customers, and the public generally, that he
has, for the present, removed his Boot and Shoe
establishment on the opposite side of the street,
next door to Mr.. Kinchey's confectionery, and op-
posite to Mr.. Dyer's Auction Store, South side Of
Pennsylvania Avenue, between 10th and llth
Streets where he can be found at all times, ready
to execute any orders he may be favored with, at
the shortest notice. and in the best and most fash
ionable style. He would also wish his customers
and the public generally, to take notice that his
tire stock will be sod from and after this date, at
Cost, and no mistake. To those wishing to pur-
chase, he would say call and see his stock, consist
ing Of almost every article, sze quality and price,
in his line of business worn by gentlemen, ladies',
boys, misses, youths and children.
THOMAS B. GRIFFIN.
N. B. The subscriber has on hand between 200
and 800 pairs black and white satin, and black and
white Kid slippers of the finest quality, at 81 Is
per pair. L. b. G.
march l8-3t
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FOR RENT OR SALE,

ON Massachusetts Avenue, between Al and 9th
" streets, TWO CONVENIENT FRAME
HOUSES, containing six good rooms each, with
porches at front door, good yards and sheds, water
very convenient rent moderate. For further mfor.
nation inquire at the house East of the above
To any person wishing to purchase, the terms will
be made easy, as but little cash will be required at
the sale. march 20-tf
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MARRIED..

On Thursday evening, the 10Th inst, by the
Rev. Mr.. French, Rector Of the church of the
Epiphany, in this city, LEWIS r.. HAMMERsLY,
formerly of York, Pa, TO CATHERINE E.,
daughter of the late Commodore Thos. Holdup
Stevens, u. S. Navy, both of Washington.
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Spring, '46!

- ON SATURDAY, the 9TH inst, shall
Introduce the new Spring Fashion
ANuaMN to the visters and residents of the Me-
snopolis. For the peculiar graceful curve
Of the brim, the beautiful dome crown, and exce-
ing neatness of general appearance, gentlemen of
taste and discrimination will readily receive and
cordially welcome this most becoming style. When
seen, the many merits of this elegant Hat will at
once be concedsd--its price being but an addition
to the agreeable surprise Being provided with the
newly invented Partisan onformateur," the most
difficult heads are perfectly ftted-an exactness by
any other means altogether unattainable
Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call at my
Fashionable Hat, Cap, and Fur Establishment six
doors West of Browns Hotel. w. B. TODD.
march l9-6t
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W- HE PIONEERS OF THE FREEMENs VIC
LIANT TOTAL ABSTINENCE Society will hold
roo meetings on Sunday evening, 22d inst, at
O'Clock, p. m. One at the Western Market
House, the other on the Steamboat Wharf
The friends and advocates will please attend.
Vice President CAmMAcK will preside at the
last named meeting.
march II Gro. SAVAGE, President
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N ESpS CHRIST HEALING TIL e
wv SICK Lecture Removal 18Th is
Picture, l5 by ls feet with sixty full size IF
life and lfeke characters painted at cost of 800
guneas, will be removed this day MONDAY, Ii 10
l6th) to the BAPTIST CHURCH in TENT
street. This edice will accommodate large co, i
course of visiters and afford fine daylight upo n
the characters. The nightlght is always good
Lectures descriptive Of the characters will begi N
each day at IL, a.. and o'clock. Doors opt N
from 10 to 2, to 81, and to O'Clock. ADM t.
tance 25 cents. march l7-tf
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For the Columbian Fountain.

Ma. EDIroR: 1t is truly strange, and in no
way 10 the honor OF our name as people,
either for virtue or. intelligence, that after all
that has been written and said Tor The last 20
or ~ years about using wines and other IN
toxicating liquors, that still large majority OF
our people adhere TO the destructive and de-
basng practice. 1t would not be so surprising
II the ignorant, the low, and the vile, were
the only adherents TO the habit; but we see
the wise, the learned, and those holding high
stations in society, and even Christian MINIS
ters and people, using that which produces
nlne-tenths Of all the crime and misery that
exists in our land. How is it 10 be accounted
ior2 | can account for it in but one way:
The people don't consider, "wlth desotdtion
IS all the land made desolate, because my peo-
Pile DO not consider in their hearts," says the
Bible. II people were to consider the evils
produced by this bane of man, can't believe
that they would continue TO prize It as highly
as many do. A commencement or celebra-
ton can't take place at some OF our colleges
but that they must have perfect freshet OF
the juice of the grape" with brandy enough
in il TO produce drunkenness in its worst torms-
And even a saints day must be celebrated with
a bacchmaalian feast.
We had celebration of this kind on the
18th inst. st. Patrick's day was again desc
Grated by one Of those dinners at which intox-
icating liquors are introduced, and consequent
drunkenness ensued. would ask those who
celebrate the day in this way, why they do it?
Was ST. Patrick glutton and drunkard ?
O, no, none will admit this Then why cele-
brate the day of saints death in this way
for, although many think it is the day of his
birth or of his arrival in Ireland that is cele-
braled, this idea is erroneous it is the day
of his death that is celebrated, the day of his
glorious translation into heaven, after a life of
self-denial and labor for the conversion of the
Irish nation. Then, ask again, is having a
bacchanalian feast the proper way to c Celebrate
this day. Let those who have been at the
trouble and expense of getting up those dis
graceful scenes reflect that they are loringing
disgrace on themselves and the lanel which
gave them birth. Do they not know that Ire
land is Total Abstinence nation. nd that
Father Matthew is the greatest apostle OF To-
total Abstinence that ever lived; and o how
it must grieve that good mans heart to hear
of his countrymen in this favored Ian d cele-
brating the death of their patron saint by a
bacchanalian feast. Let us hope that these
deluded men will see their folly, to ca Ill It by
no harsher name, and that they will cease to
bring disgrace on themselves, and ruin on
many. The Son OF AN IRISH MAN.
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WALKER,S SMUT MACHTNE

VNHE patent right of this Machine for virginia
- FOR SALE good bargain. For cheap
ness, durability, good work, and ease of running.
this machine is Of the very best kind. There are
over eighty-one in use in Lancaster county, PENN
sylvana. II is first rate to clean out garick.. Ad
dress line to l.. s., at the Fountain Office.
march 7-tf @ rshEs
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For the Columbian Fountain

Mn. EDrroR The Union Temperance Trac<
Association met on Thursday evening, the 10Th
instant. The following resolution was unani-
mously adopted: a3a, NJ. \.
Resolved, Tha, vote Of thanks be express
ed to ministers Of the Maryland Methodist
Protestant Conference, for the noble stand
which they have taken in the great and glori-
GUS cause Of Temperance.
On motion, it was e g.
Resolved, That copy Of the above resolu-
ton be sent to the President Of the Conference;
also that the above be published in the Colum-
bian Fountain. 1900.
JoHr w. WooD, Recording Secretary. 4
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- FOR SALE.--The subscriber
~ lHha having been involved by becoming
nia9 @ security, will sell great bargain
in any Of his property, as he is de-
termined to release himself from pecuniary embar-
rassment He has houses of almost every descrip-
ton, Brick and Frame. Enquire at residence on
Massachusetts avenue between 9th and 7th streets.
march 7-tf ]. b. PHILLIPS.
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On motion that when this house adjourns
II adjourn over 10 Monday next, after hard
struggle the yeas and nays were ordered and
resulted. yeas 81, nays $50 the House re-
solved that il would adjourn over.--
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SPRING FASHION
FOR GENTLEMEN'S HATS.

- M. H. STEVENS e. EMMONS, (iate
FISH & co., Hatters, e. 2, Browns
N Hotel, will introduce Leary & Co.'s
Smuch admired Spring style THIS DAY,
March 7, ls46 One Of our firm having recently
returned from the city Of New York, we are en-
abled to offer our customers and the visiters to the
Metropolis the very latest style in every respects;
viz, the form of the crown, style and set of brim,
trimmings, &c.
The mode adopted by us this season is one of
rare and exceeding beauty, and is, without doubt,
destined to great favor and popularity.
march 1885, II ------
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SUIcTDE-On the 21st uIt., Miss Bet
sey Emery, aged az, hung herself with a
skein Of yarn, at Monroe, Mass.
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SINGING SCHOOL.

MIR. LINCOLN'S Class of Young Ladies to
lll receive instruction in Vocal Music, meets at
the street Baptist Church every Wednesday and
Saturday afternoon, at 4 o'clock. The more ad.
vanced class meets on Saturday evenings, at half.
past o'clock. Persons wishing to enter either
class are invited to attend. march l6-eo6t
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Notice.

VIE subscriber feeling himself compelled to
"A to settle up his outstanding debts, and having
no o'ner means than as he collects them from those
VINO owe ne gives this notice TO his old friends that
ne intends placing the notes and accounts that are
laying over and unsettled, after this day, in the
nanos OF HENRY M. MoRFIT, Esq This is done
as matter Of justice to himself and others.
march Ia ULYSSES WARD.
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DEATH FROM learn that Ran
dali Mcdonald, the young man who was so
badly beaten on Sunday afternoon week, at
Sherwood's tavern in Plowman street, died
yesterday about 2 o'clock, from the injuries re-
ceived. II will be recollected that he was cut
very badly with either an axe or brick, on the
head, and it is supposed that the brain was in
jured, which caused the fatal result. He
was about % years Of age, has always been
much respected. and was quiet, peaceable,
citizen. There was foul play on that afternoon
among some Of the party engaged in the spree,
and we yet hope the guilty ones may be found
out and punished. - Clipper.
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For the Columbian Fountain.

For the Columbian Fountain.
There has been great noise for sometime
past near the outskirts of the Northern Liber-
ties by party Of coored persons who have
taken the liberty to go about at night with va
rious instruments Of music for the purpose,
as they say, of serenading. Not suspecdng
the watchmen ever visited those parts, con-
sidering themselves perfectly safe from any
such annoyance as the watchmen, they sailed
forth on Thursday night last for the purpose
of taking a small round with their furniture
car and fine horse, blowing and whistling,
beating the banjo, cracking the bones, &C., Gin
fact, music not to be grinned at,) when, all on
a sudden, while in the height of their glee,
the watchmen pounced upon them, like lion
from his hiding place. The awful scene that
then took place is beyond description; they
deserted their music car like so many sailors
a sinking ship, and then such scampering,
such making tracks, never was SEEM but
they did not all make their escape: co. what
pity Tor the poor captves , several were
captured, together with the music car and
horse, and rode to the watch h-house.
If some other parts of the city were noticed,
say Missouri avenue, it would be well. There
are youths Of respectable families, who, of
nights and on Sabbath days, are guilty Of very
bad practices, some of which, if brought un-
der the eye Of the law, would subject the ac-
tors to severe penalty and disgrace. They have
broken windows in vacant buildings, and torn
off caps Of fences. The names Of some of
them are known, and if there is not stop put
to such conduct very soon, they will be COM
munlcated 10 the owners. A CITIZEN.
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A COLD SpRlrG.-There is spring about
nine miles from New Haven, Conn.,, emitting
large stream of water from z TO Is de-
grees colder than ordinary springs, and three
degrees colder than the most celebrated springs
in Europe. A thermometer inserted two and
half feet below the surface of the water, ex-
hibiu temperature of 40 degrees, only eight
degrees aboue the freezing point-Pha. Times.
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THE COLUMBIAN FOUNTAIN.
SATURDAY MORNING, MARCH 81, 1886.
PASSING EVENTS

All concur in showing to the beholders the
advantages Of "sobristy." This leads 10 virtue
and peace, but any departure therefrom is at
tended with danger Of sin and misery in pro-
portion to the distance at which we place our
selves from "sobrieiy."
1t is the leading object of the Fountain to
cultivate among men, the citizens, this import
ant principle. Therefore we should be regard
ed by the citizens as their benefactor, and, il
on no other account, we should receive the
patronage of every lover Of human happiness.
VESTS CELEBRATED PAINTING.
We have had the pleasure Of looking at this
truly magnificent work of art--which almost
approaches human nature-and we have been
greatly gratifed and entertained with Mr..
Morris's descriptive lecture Of the large num-
ber of characters We understand that this
painting will be exhibited tonight at Alexan-
dria, and we feel confident that the good citii
gems Of that place will consider themselves
doubly rewarded for their time and money in
visiting the splendid scene.
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WILLIAM p. SHEDD-

Oh Centre Market, opposite j. Walkers.
EEPS constantly for sale all kinds Of fresb
IA meats meat well dressed, and at moderate
P"oe'' march LIT
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T NINTH CONG REss.
FRIpAy March Doth 1876.

The Senate is taking an airing this beauti-
ful weather, and does not hold session.
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For the Columbian Fountain.

For the Columbian Fountain.
Mr.. EDITOR: Twas much pleased with the
following resolution which was presented at
the last meeting of the Union Temperance
Tract Association. 1t is one, if carried out,
will have tendency TO further the great and
good cause.
understand that several of our ministers
have come up TO the mark manfully, and in a
short time Tract papers and pamphlets will be
in circulation in the district TO some extent.
The resolution reads as follows, and was
unanimously passed:
Resolved, That the ministers OF the Chris
tian Churches in the District be requested 10
give their influence to the object above men
Homeland use their efforts in furthering the
great and glorious cause of Temperance-the
managers are respectfully requested to solicit
them 10 join the above association, and report
their progress at the next meeting.
This. sir, think, one Of the best resolutions
ever heard of-and hope the Temperance
brethren, as well as ministers, will come up
and assist them in their noble enterprise.
would also advise every member of the
Sons of Temperance, and every member of the
United Brothers, 10 come forward and take the
Columbian Fountain, and assist in pushing
the Temperance cause along. If each and
every Brother will step forward and aid us in
this good cause, the time will speedily roll
round when not vestige of alcohol will be
seen in the District. Yours, &c., B.
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BOSTON ROCKERS CANE SEAT aud
ID Windsor Chairs, Hair and Straw Mattresses,
Cradles, Corn Brooms, CASTLE Soap. For sale by
B. HOMANS,
Auctoneer and Commission Merchant,
Pennsylvania avenue, between 10th and lth SITS.
march lS-tf &H t
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DERUV1AN GUANO.-Five tons Just received.
i direct from the importer, and warranted genu-
Inc, for sale in lots to suit purchasers.
B. HOMANS,
Auctoneer and Commission Merchant,
Pennsylvania avenue, between 10th and ith SITS.
march lS-tf
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RICHARD VANSANT.

merchant Tailor and Gentiemens furnishing store,
fennsylvania avenue, between 18th and 18th
streets, and adjoining Fuller's Hotel.
march 12-n Lf .##