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ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATIONS MADE AT TINE

ASTRONOMICAL DESTINATIONS MADE AT THE
UNITED STATES NAVAL OBSERVATORY AT
WASHINGTON, DURING THE YEAR lsl5.
This large and handsomely printed volume bears
the most ample testimony TO the ability and skill
with which the operations Of the Observatory have
been conducted, under the iudicious and energetic
superntendence of Lieutenant Maury. It is in all
respects creditabe to the country and 10 the obser
Vatory a national institution.
We have compared it with the volume Of Green
witch observations, and find that, in respe,
both to the amount, the accuracy, and the sci
sntif. character Of its contents, il loses nothing
even by this formidable contrast. On the con-
trury, We do not observe as many dlscrepan-
ees among the American as among the British
observations. Our astronomical readers will readl-
ly comprehend the reason Of this fact, when they
are reminded ofthe method used at each Of the Oh
seryalories for obtaining the points Of the in
struments. The zero point at Greenwich is OBJ
tSined for the Mural by observations Of stars either
directly or by reflection At Washington, it is OBJ
tanned by means Of an optical artfoe which places
tho image Of the finest gossamer that spider can
draw in the nader, where it is viewed through the
Greenwich volume changes Of several seconds in the
zero, from one determination to another; and even
thai the zero is used sometimes for weeks
without an opportunity Of re-examnationj while in
the American volume it is exa mined dailyi and we
nowhere find undiscovered changes in the zero
amounting TO more than one second.
As an illustration Of the extreme accuracy with
which the Washington observations have been con-
Quoted, we may mention those for measuring by
observation the difference Of latitude between two
instruments in the same building. The Prime Yer
teal Transit Instrument is IS feet actual measure
ment, south Of the Mural Circei by observation il
is SO feet, showing an error Of only Q" I between
two instruments. The latitude Of the Observatory
10y all the observations, is $50 So 49, IS.
The Observatory has commenced an undertaking
which, when completed, will be ranked among the
most valuable contributions that any Observatory
has ever made to astronomy. We allude to the
magnificent labor, which is already in progress, Of
penetrating regularly and systematically, with the
telescopes, every point Of celestial space, Of as
signing position to every star that these powerful
instruments observe, Of measuring the distance
and angle Of position OF all the stars that are double,
and Of taking accurate drawing Of all clusters and
nebule. These observations are conducted in such
manner that they do not at all interfere with the
stated series which il is usual for all 0bservaiores to
make
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= EMMoNs. date Fish q

- Co.. 'hatters, Browns Hotel--Winter styles.
We would announce TO members Of Congress
and strangers arriving in the city, that our shelves
are now flied with a beautiful stock Of beaver and
moleskin hats, manufactured with an unusual de-
gree Of care and to which, point OF fabric and style
we challenge all competition. We would direct es
pecal attention to the ttyle and mode OF shaping the
brims Of our hats, by which we secure appropriate
ness TO the size and features Of the wearer.
Those members OF Congress having their sizes
registered with us, by sending their orders, will be
furnished attheir quarters
D WARDROBE ARTICLES.
In this department we have our usual full supply
Of wardrobe, toilet, and fancy goods, Of the best
qualities.
We solicit an inspection Of our stock, feeling con-
6dentin being able to offer great inducements to
purchasers,
M H. STEVENS g. EMMoNs, Hatters.
Dec l-eol0uf ...
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NHRS. THOMPSON, on MIssOUfI Nv
Nl enue, I'D door from 9th street,) south side;
has several furnished parors and chambers vacant,
which may be rented on reasonable terms. The
house is pleasantly situated, within short distance
of the Capitol, the Post Office, Coeman's and
Browns Hotels, and the business part of the city.
Gentlemen looking for lodgings are invited to In
spect the rooms. 'u-' Nv .'..a r#"""
Dec 1-1wif 0# e.. So.
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BY A. GREEN, Auctioneer.
Building Lots at Aucti
engraving.1

On Friday, the 4th instant, shall sell, OF
The premises, at o'clock p. M, lots Nos. ], 2, %
and part of lot %, in square No, $50.
This property is handsomely located on Cspito
Hill. Lots Nos and 9, front on north ID street
lot No. % and part of No. %, front 4th stree
east. .rf
Any person wishing to purchase handsome
piece of property will do we'll to attend the sale
The title ia indisputable.
Terms 0ne-fourth cash; balance in six, twelve
and eighteen months, for notes satisfactorily secures
bearing interest --
A. GREEN,
Dec l-TTh&F Auctioneer.
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ALEXANDRA voLuNrHERs.--Notwbsta standing the
shorness and limited circulation Of the notice. there
was quite an enthusiastic meeting at the old court
room on Monday evening, for the purpose Of enroll
ing a company OF volunteers to form part of the
regiment infantry called for from the State Of Vr-
GINA. The meeting was organized by calling M. d..
Corse to the chair and appointing Benz. q. Waters
secretary A number Of those present enrolled their
names, and after an animated speech from Turner
r. Ashby, the meeting adjourned to meet again at
the same place this evening at O'Clock.
aierandria Gozsfs
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DALTIMoRE MILLINERY-To the la
will be opened on Thursday morning next, at the
residence of Mrs. Steson, few doors east Of Cole
mans Hotel, and next door to Mr.. Ruf's shoe
store, a handsome supply Of French Millinery,
consisting Of French hats, head dresses, feathers,
and artificial flowers, to which the ladies are in
vited to call and see.
Dec 1-3s MISS ST. CLAIR.
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dent Of the United States, and lay before him Ger
tilted copy Of ssid resolutoni and the secretary was
instructed 10 communicate copy Of the same 10
each OF the other officers mentioned 10 the act Of
Congress.
On motion Of Mr. Evans, the chancellor and each
chairman Of a committee were appointed commit.
To make report 10 Congress of the proceeding,
Of the regents, agreeably TO the act.
Adjourned until tomorrow at u O'clock m.
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THE BRITISH PRESS" AND THE "BRIT.
ISH PARITY


lowing letter, which has been placed at our dispo-
sal by the writer ofit--a gentleman OF high respsc-
liability. 1t points only to particular press in rea-
ton to a matter upon which we have often COM
mented and in which the course of other federal Or
gans has been equally censurabe. Every true
American will lament the facts in reference to the
National lntelligencer which it sets forth.
GEORGIA, 23d Nov, 1916.
"Last June and July was in the city of Paris,
and felt much modification at remarks would hear
IN Galignani's readng-room, by Englishmen and
| other foreigners, relative to our army in Mexico,
| and on the Oregon question, before the glorious
news of Tayors victories reached the French capital
The National lntelligencer, Of which paper was
| subscriber when edited by Mr.. ]. Harrison Smith.
and afterwards until 1892 was eagerly sought after by
the English subscribers of the reading room on the
arrival OF the mail after each steamer reached Liver
pool from the United States. 1t was called the
British paper and the federasts of the United States
| the English party A sad falling off indeed from
its principles from 1903 to 1896 Its editorials
were disgusting to every lover of his country in Eu-
rope ... ...
"ln conversation with our talented consul at
Paris, he told me 81 knew it from his own obser-
yation and conversations with distinguished public
men of England, that fthe Senate of the Unired
States had simply passed the resolution reauir-
| ed by Mr. Polk in his message without the discus
sion had upon 1t, the Oregon question would have
been settled by him satisfactorily to the nation and
without any difficulty; that the British ministry
would not have considered the resolution as pro-
posed by the President an insult"
This fact was communicated at the time, to the
National Intelligencer," but it was suppressed.
81 was passenger with a very pleasant and intei-
gent cipii officer of her Majesty Victoria consul and
in speaking of the InteIligencer he upon nv honor
he Rritia in, I,o
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q VRcMr,-An election for State senator, in
place of MIR. Guerrant, deceased, was held for the
Louisa district last week. Mr.. E. w. M. Amber,
(dem.,) was elected by rear 200 majority over Mr..
George w. Basseu
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From The Norfolk Congressional district of Vi,ginid,
November % "a .7 "'

II am afraid you will have tempestuous time in
Congress this winter; The federaliss in this district
have commenced the campaign already; have nomr
mated Captain Watts, of Portsmouth, for Congress,
and say they will get majority in every county in
the district except Isle of Wight. They we're never
more out Of their calculations since 1914. We shall
beat them several hundred voles.o na.. ..
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Mr.. Pakenham, the British minister, is on q
visit to the southern States. He was in Colum-
bia on the 22d, The privileges Of the House were
extended to him by resolution. He visited it in
company with the governor. g.. a.. .a.eas ..
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sxoo worth of Furniture at Rafle.

THE subscriber calls the attention OF the public
TO his rattle Of furniture, that will come of on
Thursday, the 10th Of December Persons wishing
TO become participants in the above rattle, are
requested to call and procure tickets and schemes
and examine the furniture at his ware-room, on +
street. one door from the corner Of 18th street.
T.skets only 81. ,r
D.e l-A Intel.
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DOARDING.--MrsW IMSATT'S house, on
I'D Pennsylvania avenue, and Immediately oppo-
site Jackson Hall, having been newly furnished, is
now ready for the reception Of a small mess Of
members Of Congress, or others visiting Washing
ton during the approaching session.
Dec l--dlwf ...
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Among the members of Congress who have ar
rived in Washington, are Messrs. Isaac s. Penny.
hacker, (senator from Virginia,) Sidney Bneese,
(senator from IlIiuos,) George Evans. senator from
Maine.) and Msssrs, William J. Hough, of New
York, and Brodhead, Of Pennsylvania.
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Hon. J. q. ADAms-The information still con-
tinues favorable. The Boston Wing Of Monday
says "We feel authorized to say that the state Of
Mr., Adams is decidedly improving. His medical
adviser spoke last evening more favorably Of hisrs-
covery than he has done at any moment before"
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Nv win. MARSHALL, Auctioneer.

BY WIN. MARSHALL, AuctiOneer.
DERFUMERY at Auction.-Will be added
Il to my sale on Thursday evening, 81 boxes Of
France. Also, several very handsome cups and
saucers, suitable for presents; with few bachelor
sets. 1872 ttaH@." ..... 500 . a.' .'"
Auction room 4 doors west of A street, on Penn
sylvania avenue. Sale will be continued every
evening this week.
.' VIM. MARSHALL,
Dec dts Auctioneer.
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DoRY O'MORE, by Lover; a national
II romance, with illustrations by the author
new edition. Price so cents. . ... -. .-...-...
Nov. 30 F. TAYLOR.
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ALABAMA SPECIAL ELEcTroN.--The election in the
Tth congressional district of Alabama, 10 f the
caney occasoned by the death Of Gen Mcconnell,
has resulted in the choice Of Mr.. Bowdon (denn.)
The vote was
For Bowdon, tdem) 27oi
Walker 1903
Goodman, (whig) 1879
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'In fact appears from the last Mexican papers, tina
none Of the foreign Legations had been filed.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1846-07-25

.a.sss' s-s.rrs- ~
There is nothing in the present state of the
country to warrant this departure from the de-
carations Of that letter, and the destruction of
the interests Of Pennsylvania. The thanks of
Pennsy sylvania are presented to the delegation in
Congress from the Stge, with single excep-
lion, for the stand taken against "Robert J.
Walkers British tariff and in favor Of Amcr.
can industry, and to Messrs. Sturgeon and Ca.
meron. who are requested to use every effort to
deicat the bill. They further express the hope
and belief that the Vice President Of the United
States, the Hon. G. NJ. Dallas, will stand by
Pennsylvania interests in this emergency and
declared their intention, in sny future canvass
for the Presidency, to give their sufirages for
no man whose principles are of doubtful churac.
ter.
Mr.. Webster made some observations in rela.
tion TO the closing remarks of Sir Robert Peel
in his last speech. He said that all eyes in
England were turned to the action of Congress
on the tariff. by o document just presented, it
would appear that contrary blast was coming
from Pennsylvania. Mr.. w. asked the Sena.
tors from Pennsylvania whether Polk, Dallas
and the Tariff Of 1912 was not on all banners in
Pennsylvania. during the elcctioneering cam
paign of 1914,
Mr.. Cameron would answer with all frank.
ness. lie had attended more than a hundred
public meetings during that canvass. At all OF
| hon ho hopo n.1l
and the Tariff Of !42" was displayed, until tho
lamentci death Of Ar. Mnhlenberg. and then
the motto was "Polk. Dallas, Skunk and tho
Tariff Of ~" Neither of these former he was
satsfcd, could then have received the vote o.
Pennsylvania, without the assistance of the lat
ter!
The proceedings were referred to the Com
mitteo on Printing.
The Treasury MITE bill from the House was
then taken up, and Mr.. Niles expressed his in
tcntion to vote against the amendment Of Mr
Benton. though he admitted that there was som
forcc in the views expressed by that gentleman
Mr.. J. NJ. Clayton expressed his intention
vote for the amendment.
MIR. Evans expressed his intention to vote
gnnst the amendment.
Mr.. Miller made strong speech against ih
bill.
Mr. Calhoun should vote for the striking o,
the amendment proposed by the Senator fro,
Missouri.
Mr.. Webster should vote agains. the amen,
Mr.. Benton again addressed tie Senate
. support Of his amendment.
Some further remarks were made by Mess
. Pennypacker, Wes,cott. Dayton, Cameron, Y
lee. Evans, Cri,,enden, Bngby. and Allen. n
vote was taken on Mr.. Benton's amendme,
q and it was rejected, l6 to 80. The bill W
4 then read third time. and passed without
/, division.
!. The Tariff bill was taken up, and Mr.. Re
erdy Johnson addressed the Senate in oppo
ton thereto. When he had conc cluded, the 81
: nte adjourned. The House disposed of gre
> number of private bills, and others not Of g,
: ersl interest.
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ARRIVAL OF THE
STEAMER 1T CAMBRIA.
sixteen Days Later from Europe

Sixteen Days Later from Europe.
The steamer Cambria arrived at Boston,
II, o'clock, p. NJ, having accomplished
voyage from Liverpool in her usual good tim
a little over thirteen days. Advices by this
rival have been received from Liverpool to
4th inst London Sd. Paris lst, Dublin Sd, Ha
I'd.
We copy the following summary from
latest Liverpool and London papers:
Two highly important events have occuI
since we last addressed our readers These
the passing of the Corn Bill and the resignat
of the Ministry.
On the evening OF Thursday, June 25th,
House Of Lords passed the third reading of
Corn Bill without division.
AT two o'clock the succeeding morning
House of Commons left Sir Robert Peel and
Government in a minority of seventy. .thre
the Irish Coercion Bill.
On Saturday Sir Robert Peel proceeded to
Isle of Wight for the purpose Of rendering
own aud his colleagues resignation to the Or
and on Monday night he made heightened e
siiion Of his motives for resigning in the II
of Commons. The council now consists Of
Lord Chancellor, Lord Cottcnham; Presi
ofthe Council, Marquis of Landsdowne; Lo
Privy Seal, Earl of Mimic; Secretary OF
Home Department, Sir George Grey; Secr'
ofthe Foreign Department, Lord viscount
erston; Secretary for the Colonies, Earl q
First Lord of the Treasury, Lord John Ru
Chancellor Of the Exchequer, Mr.. CharlesP
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster,
Campbell; Paymaster- General, Mr.. Maca
Woods and Forest, viscount Morpeth; Pay
ter General, Marquis Of Clanricarde; Boa
Control, Sir John Hobhonse; Chief Secretai
Ireland Mr.. Labouchero; Admiralty, Es
Auckland.
Not Of the Cabnct--Master Of the Mint,
Hon. r. S. Shell; Secretary at War, Hon.
Maule Attorney General, Sir Thomas "
Lord Advocate, Mr., A. Rutherford Sol
General for Scotland, Mr.. T, Maitland;
Lieutenant Of IRELAND. Earl Of Besboroueh;
mander in Chief, Duke Of Wellington; n
General Of the Ordinance. Marquis of Ang
Most Of the members belong to the Nell
cabinet The Dake of Wellington rema
the head oi the army, without seat In the
| p..t
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To DEsrRor SkIrpERs IN BAcoN--Takc a
sufficient quantity Of alder leaves and beat them
IN mortar. adding little water. Rub the
flesh OF the meat with the bruised leaves. aud
where small holes appear pour the juice in them
In" application will efiectually destroy the
shippers, and will communicate no bad taste to
the meat This simple remedy is within the
reach oi every househeeper, and will cost no.
thing TO try it.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1846-07-25

ny SnAMoklS DAM.--We understand that the
canal commissioners intend to raise this dam
For what purpose it is hard TO say. 1t is now
higher than necessary, il it was sufficiently tight
We can't see how making it higher would make
il tighter; but we presume it will be necessary
to have some hands on the public works, about
election time. The raising of this dam is piece
ofuseless expense, calculated to do us much in
jury, and which will not be quietly submitted
to
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1846-07-25

o- The last Union Times contains an article
highly recommending our friend, Major w. L..
Dewart, for Congress in this district. Alexan-
der Jordan, Esq, Of this place, has also been
favoTably recommended from several quarters.
With good and popular tariff man the district
may be redeemed, if the party should act har.
moniously.
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such paper, but il did really seem to him that
that paper was endeavoring 10 manufacture pub.
lie ssntmcnts rather than TO express the senti.
ments ofthe party. But il was usking rather TOO
much TO ask Of him, not only to give up the in.
tercsts Of his constituents but the political prn.
ciples Of the party 10 which he belonged. He
could not do this to aid in carrying out this
great measure Of the dny--a measure which
was to stop our onward progress and carry us
back TO the primitive stages of civilization. He
had raised his voice in opposition to the princi.
pies of this bl--he had raised it early-he
could not sit stil and see the interests Of the
country Frustrated, IL he could do any thing to
arrest the hand raised agains, those interests.
Mr. Niles was listened to throughout with
great interest. The Senators Of both political
parties thronged srouud him, a number OF mem.
bcrs Of the other House occupied the seats in the
lobby. and the. galleries were filed from the
commencement to the close Of his very sble dc.
fence of Northern interests and the principles
of the Northern Democracy"
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notes of this Bank are quoted as worthless. 1t
is fortunate that but few have been circulated.
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% THE GREAr Bh,rAis has arrived, bringing
three days later news from Europe. Nothing Of
particular interest Crops appear favorable, and
the price Of grain has sustained further decline
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1846-07-25

G5- SANTA AsA.--It is reported that Santa
Ana aud Gen Almonte left Havana foi Vera
Cruz, on the 10th INST
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or PRisrrse ISK "A fresh supply Of superior
summer ink just received, and for sale at Phila-
delphia prices, for cash.
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u Coal TRApE.-The Shamokin coal trade,
notwithstanding the bad order of :he rail road, is
much better than last year. The operators are
now getting down about six hundred tons per
week.
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w tariff meeting was held at Danville,
on Wednesday evening last. John Cooper and
Edward II. Ba'dy. Esqrs. were appointed dele
gates to proceed to Washington. They left next
morning.
Sunbury American and Shamokin journal. [volume] (Sunbury, Northumberland Co., Pa.) 1840-1848, 1846-07-25
Fer the Sunbury American
ADDHESSoF THE CoMmlTTEE
rpOn the Rail Roads from Philadelphia 10
Eric and Pittsburgh.
Fer the Sunbury Amer
(CONttuued.)

(Coatinued.)
The connection Of the Sunbury and Erie Rail.
way at Williamsport, with the Railway towards
the centre of The State OF New York, is point Of
superiority peculiar 10 the West Branch route
The importance Of this junction, to Philadelphia,
appears TO be but little known; but of this, the
Philadelphia COMMITTEE Of Seven have pre-
sented us, in their address, with 20 werful ev-
dence.
The distance from Elmira, ,--seven miles with
in the boundary of New York,--to Philadelphia,
is generally estimated to be about seventy miles
less than to the city of New York. by her great
railway; and about 200 miles less than by her
canal In Atkinson's Evening Post, Of January
23c, 1896, is a map illustrating the route Of the
Elmira and Williamsport railroad, accompanied
by an essay upon its utility. The author is un-
known to us, but appears to possess correct nfor-
nation. We extract the following statement Of
distances. although he makes the difference in ia.
vor of Philadelphia less than that generally com.
pated
miles.
"From the State line to Elmira, 7
From Elmira TO Owego, 34a
From Owego to Binghampton, 20A
From Binghampton to Tappan, 222f
From Tappan 10 New York, 81
Total, by the N Y Railway from the NY.
line, near EImra, to the city of N. York, 300
Deduct from Elmira to the line, 7
Distance from Elmira to New York, 800"
Distances TO Philadelphia.
From New York State line, near Elmira, to
Williamsport, CT
From Williamsport TO Sunbury, 40
From SanSury to Pottsville, 46
From Pottsville TO Philadelphia, tS7) o.
Total distance from New York line, near
Elmira, to Phiadelp phia, 2I6
From that line to the New York Railroad
at Elmira 7
25a
Difference in favor of Philadelphia, 4s