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CHAUNCEY WARRINER has recently added
" to his facilities for manufacturing parts of
Watches that -maNba required, by insirpmsnts for
that purpose; and having obtained knowledge Of
Watch Repairing by practice 10 Boston, New York,
Philadelphia and elsewhere win be able 10 attend 10
whatever may be offered in this department. of.me.
chsnics.
Chronometer, Duplex, Lever, Lepine, and Re.
peating Watches accurately repaired; also, Common
Watches and Mante and Eightdsy Clocks put in
order, north side. Pennsylvania avenue, between
Four-and-a.haf and Sixth streets, the corner Of
the alley east OF Coleman's Hotel, sign Of the
Watch with Guapd-Key and Chain and Models rep
resenting the exterior Of self registering Metsorolo-
gical Observatory. -
The above location is in part occupied by STE
PHEN EDDY, who deals in the American manu-,
factured Patent improved Periiocal Spectacle Lens,
an instrument evidently destined to supersede all
other aid to the human vision; judging from testi-
monials OF their superior properties other lens,
It will only be necessary to refer observation and
facts to establish for them far higher character for
usefulness than has hitherto been attained by the
efforts Of art bid science, =
8. Eddy also deals in Jewely, fine Watches, Sill
yer Ware, Browns and other Gold PENS
The public respectfully invited to call, particu-
larry those afflicted with defective sght;-nothng
so desirable as its preservation and improvements
little attention in the selection Of glasses will accom-
plish the one, In some instance both. II is highly
important to see clearly. a
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and by the by, will tell you what know.
You may be able to help me in my re-
searches
al am all ears,' said Kersent. sAh
there you are, Marsanne three quarters OF
an hour late, that's all if have an indi-
gestion, shall know whom to thank. But
hush Movillez is about to unfold the mys-
teries Of Vassigny.'
Marsanne, who had Just arrived, nodded
to his friends, and lent his attention to Mo-
villez, who began as follows
"' have given up the new system of
Craftsmanship, and devote myself entirely
to the equation of the race-course I am
resolved to make brilliant appearance
next spring upon the turf Of Versailles
Every day ! take sweating in the Bots de
Boulogne, under the guidance Of Flatman,
the jockey, who meets me at nine in the
morning at the corner Of the Alice de Ma
rigny. leave my house, therefore, at half
past eight, and proceed to my appointment
by the Rue de Ia Pepiniere and the Rue de
Miromesnil. Several days together me,
vassigny at that unusual hour, in that out
of-the-way quarter, and saw him enter a
small house, No. II, in the Rue de Mi
romesnil, where it is impossible any ac-
quaintance Of his can live. This very
morning Isaw him again, and determined
to solve the riddle. ] sauntered up and
down the street, and, thank heaven my
patience was not put to very severe trial.
A lisle blue hackney coach, Of mysterious
aspect, with the blinds down, turned out
Of the Rue Verte, and stopped at No II.
The eoach-door opened, lady tripped
down the steps with the rapidly d fright
ened doe. and darted into the house. I'm
possible to say who il was. Her figure
was elegant, she wore dark-col0red morn
ing dress an edious black veil, impenetra-
BILE TO the eye, fell from her velvet hat.
But there was such an aristocra,ic air about
her, such a high-bred atmosphere environ
ed her, that would wager my head il was
some duchess or msrchioness. Thedfvsr
had resumed his seat, and was venting ex-
ecrations on black wells, when the god of
scandal came to my aid. | perceived, on
the pavement al my feet, little purse which
the lady had dropped. In a second, had
picked il up, thrast il in my pocket, and
run away like thief with the police at his
heels. As to the purse continued Movil-
leg, producing . small purse Of plain green
silk network, here it is. Let US SEQ Il you
can gaess its owner for my part have
not even a suspicion
"The purse, curiously examined by Ker-
sent and D'Havrecourt, at last came into
the hands Of Marsanne. He looked at il
for few moments, and then with severe
expression Of countenance, addressed Mo-
villez:
ITO be continued
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HOUSE FURNISHING AND
CABINET WARE-R0OMS.

DANDOLPH d. REEVES, Sth street
IL south Of the General Post Office, would re
svectfully invite the attention Of his friends the
citizens Of Washington and its vicinity TO hi.
stock Of Furniture and Housekeeping articles
comprising in part
Mahogany spring-seat Sofas
rocking and prior Chairs
centre, card, and dining Tables
F." Bureaus, Sideboards, &c.
|" and gilt Frames, Looking glasses
Wardrobes, Bedsteads, Cribs, Cradles
Shuck, hair and straw Mattresses
Feather Beds, Sacking Bottoms, &c.
Also,
Glass, china, stone, earthen, and iron Ware
Knives and Forks, Brushes, and Wooden
Ware
With numerous other articles In the House
keeping line too numerous TO mention.
He is prepared TO manufacture all kinds Of Fur
niure at the shortest notice, and on the most rea-
sonable terms. He Aatters himself that from his
long experience in the cabinet business, all work
made by him will be done in faithful and work.
manlike manner, and give entire satisfaction.
N. BOD FURNITURE taken in exchange for
new.
may 81 2t
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THE ILLUSTRATED H.iLTO.r AND
COTTON


In one VOL limo, wi b four fine engraving. on
49, on strsi, mud numerou. engravings on wood
WALTON AND cOTT0N'S COMPLETE
ANGL X.
FIRST AMERICAN EDITION.
Collsted with the various English editions, and con.
tanning additional no,es and Biographical Pre-
face by the American Author. ~
Two parts, limo, 6as cents each, or one volume
cloth, 81 SO.
Il have been great follower Of fishing myself
and In its cheerful solitude have passed some OF the
hsppiest hours Of sufficiently happy liis."-Pslsys
Natural Theology.
a. l: has been made extremely valuable TO fisher
men, but II is worth far more to every body for ito
charming literature. - Christian Inquirer.
Il bresthes the very spirit Of innocence, purity.
verses inierspersed in Il; II would sweelen mans
temper at any time TO read IL il would Chrsiianze
every dscordant angry passion; pray make yourself
acquainted with it."--Charles Lamb In letter TO
Coieridge.
'Its simplicity. its sweetness. It's natural grace
and happy iniermixlurs Of grave strains with the
Precepts Of angling, have rendered This book dsssrv-
eddy popular" -Halsm's Literature Of Europe.
That well known work has an extreme simpli-
city, and an extreme interest arising out Of It's very
simplicity. In the description Of fishing tackle you
perceive the piety and humanity Of the .su,hor's
mind. His Is the best pastoral in the language NOT
excepting Pope's or s'"-Hszlitt, in u paper
Of the Round Table.
Published and for sale by
WILEY & PUTNAM, l6i Broadway. .
august EFF
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Fauquier White sulphur Springs.

a. THIS establishment, so favorably known for
Mill the curative qualities Of its water ard the ele-
gance and comfort Of its accommodation, will BE-
opened for the reception Of vsiters on the lst June
1t is situated so miles from Alexandra, 10 miles
from Fredericksburg, and 20 miles east of the Blue
Ridge in one Of the most healthy and delightful eli.
mates Of Virginia. The direction and management
will be the same as heretofore, and the same atten.
ton paid to the accommodation and comfort Of their
guests. We have an abundant supply Of ice.
The season, commencing the LIST Of June, will end
the LIST Of October, embracing months.
Lovers Of music will find the band unsurpassed
Board $40 per week, so per week for . weeks,
$50 per month, $50 for the season.
For more than one day 81 SO per day, so cents
for single meal, 25 cents for lodging, children I'M
der IL years Of age, and servants, half price, horses
so cents per day, per week ~ SO, per month So.
Tri-weekly stages will run from Washington un-
I'll LIST of July, after TINT time daily.
There will be line Of stages from Fredericksburs
after the LIST Of July, previous to which convey
will be furnished on nc accommodating terms.
may lift DANL WARD.
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JOHN CONNOLLY,
CABINET, CHAIR, AND SOFA MAN
UFACTURE Err AND UNDERTAKEN


UFACTURER AND UNDERTAKEN
THE subscriber begs leave to return his thanks
i to his friends and the public generally for the
very liberal patronage which they have bestowed on
him, and would respectfully inform them that he
has OH banda general assortment of Cabinet Furni-
ture. which he will sell very cheap for cash, or ap-
proved paper. He is constantly manufacturing all
kinds Of Furniture Of the latest style and most ar
proved pattern; such as
Mahogany dressing Bureaus
spring seat Sofas
rocking and parlor Chairs
card, centre, and dining Tables
Wafdrobes
D" Bedsteads
And, in fact, every thing usually found in cabinet
ware room. # ,"
Undertaking.
He is also prepared to attend funerals at the
shortest notice and the most liberal terms and
he is confident that from his long experience in at
tending funerals, that he will give entire satisfaction
TO those who may favor him with their patronage.
JOHN CONNOLLY,
7th street. ha'ween H and l.
may20 ly ST.
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LNRESH GROCERIES, BUTTER, Il CHEESE
l. Inc subscriber has on hand, fresh supply o
eGe{y description of goods in his line, which he of
isf4zRn reasonable TERMS
56Nbags Java, Rio, Laguyra, Maricaibo, and AZ
rican COFFEE
.25'chests and half.chests Gunpowder, Imperial,
Old dyson, Young Hyson, and Black
TEAS
10 cases very choice Tea. IL lbs in each, for IA
miles '.#
1900 pounds double refined and I'd quality Loaf
Sugar
1900 pounds crushed and pulvered Loaf Sugar
1000 do white Havana do
+ 1000 do brown do do
Porto Rico and New Orleans do
Do do and st Crox Molasses
Sugar-house and New Iberia Sirup
Ground and unground Spices, of every va
riety
Catsups, Curry Powder, French and other
Musiards
Olives, Capcrs, Sardines, and Anchovies
Said Oils, in TASKS and bottles
700 gallons winter-strainej and common Oil.
.. FRUITS.
90 whole, half, and Or boxes Raisins
.... casks Currants
bbls. Dried Apples did
20 do Green do
2 cases prunes, in jarsand fancy boxes
30 drums Smyrna Figs
26 bbls Eastern Cranberries
200 pounds soft sheled Almonds
so do Filberts.
BUTTER AND CHEESE.
% tubs choice Welsh Butter
30 boxes superior Cheese
Sapssgo do
81 bbls pink-eye. Potatoes
40 do extra brand New York Flour
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MIN RAJ W AT Err,
M A NU FACTO RY,
Corner OF GREEN AND OLIVE STREETS,

CORNER OF GREEN AND OLIVE STREETS,
GEoRsErowN, d. G.
TINE SUBSCRIBER having commenced the
j manufacture Of MINERAL WATgR, takes the
liberty to inform his friends and the public in gene
raj, that he is prepared to supply them regular
y every with this delightful beverage, by leaving
their orders at Mr.. John Buthmann's Wine store,
Pennsylvania avenue, between AZ and 9Th streets
Washington or at his residence.
The water used Is taken from spring on the pre-
misses Of the Subscriber well known the physicians
and the Lublc for yielding the best and pures water
either In Washington or Georgetown.
The utmost care will be paid in manufacturing,
the Mineral Water and the public can rely upon re-
ceivng pure and superior article.
The subscriber takes pleasure to call the attention
Of the public TO the annexed certificate.
GEoRaErowN, June l6, ls47.
We, the undersigned, physicians, have, at the in.
vtation Of Mr.. ]. Rother, carefully examined his
Mineral Water Establishment, and take pleasure in
pronouncng our entire satisfaction with his superior
and neat arrangements. i>
The apparatus and bottling machine annexed, is
production Of the latest american invention, so
constructed as 70 ensure full and perfect saturation
Of gas TO degree hsre.ore unknown TO as.
The water used for il manufacture 10 pure and
wholesome, and the caro- taken in the process, as
well the cleanliness pcrvadng the whole establish
ment meeu WIN our enufe aPProDauon, ana INDUCES
US to recommend it to the public, as very superior
and healthy article.
a J. A. RITCHlE, M. d.
GRAFTON TYLER, M. d.
H. MAGRUDER, M. d.
J. RILEY, MD. ~.
=" CHAs. Fl. cRAGIN, M. d.
BENZ. s. BoHRER, M. D.
J. M. THOMAS, NJ. D.
THos. MILLER, M. D.
T. B. J. FRYE, M. ID.
july 81 1t J. ROTEER.
Proprietor.
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WHO WANTS A LOT OF GROUND
yX AT CHEAP PRICE The snhsc riher

"HO WANTS A LOT OF GROUND
w AT A CHEAP PRICE THE subscriber
has divided his farm and laid off tract of about 40
acres into lots Of from one, two, four and six
each, which he will sell at low prices and on easy
terms. SO that it may be within the means Of any
person 10 purchase one, and thereby to secure 10
himself and family homestead. These lots are
handsomely situated in a very healthy location, on
public road, about "a miles from the Navy Yard
Bridge, on the east SIDE Of the Anacosa river.
The soil is well suited for garden purposes or the
cultivation of irut trees and several excellent springs
Of water are near TO them There ia also sufficient
wood on each Of the lots TO enclose them, and timber
in abundance can be had in the neighborbood to
erect any building at a very low price.
Those wishing TO purchase, will do well to apply
soon, as they can hnve choice of location, &c.
Also, for sale, one.story log DWELLING
HOUSE, with as much land as may be desired, adj
joining the above lots very handsomely situated, and
with small expense could be converted into
dwelling for two small families
For further particulars apply to
G. A. SAGE,
Near the Good Hope Tavern, d. G.
July 2l-f>
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Magnetic Telegraph.

The same rates-Xill be charged for every sue
ceeding hundred, and part of a hundred words,
except upon communications for the press, which
will be charged at half the rates for every hundred
and part of hundred, after the first hundred.
Numerals and initials will be charged as if the
words they represent were written in full.
Telegraph Offices open every day from eight
O'Clock, A. M. to seven p M. Sundays excepted.
N.B.-Persons avaling themselves of the Bal
timore and Washington U. s. Line of Telegraph,
have their messages delivered immediately, if within
the limits Of either city. A brief business letter,
or inquiry in regard to friends, will not cost over
twenty cents.
1t is hoped the public will sustain the reduced
rates, made by authority Of the Postmaster Cen
era the object being to test fully the capacity of
the Government line of Telegraph.
BY order Of the Superintendent,
ALFRED VAIL, Assist S,pf.
Washington Tel. Office,
in Cd story City Post Office.
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To be continued

CnrAIsAr Counr.--rn the case Of Francis Stew.
art and Henry w. Gray, the young men charged
with stealing watch on last Friday, from man by
the name Of Clarke in the neghborhood Of Benvlle.
They appeared before the Hon T. Hsrly Crawford,
judge Of the Criminal Court on wri. Of hsbess cor
pus Mess's. Brady, and Fendsll councillors Tor
petitioner. The investigation was still going on
when paper went to press and from the evidence
Of the most respectable and Oldest inhabitants, their
character for honesty and sobriety was ques-
toned and they were always consdered men Of the
strictest integrity.
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JUST RECEIVED, and for sale at the

lust RECEIVED, and for sale at the
y Book STORE OF A. ADAM, on Pennsylvania
Avenue the following late and attractive literary pro-
auctions, viz: S..
By JAMES, The Ancient Regime, rs cents; Chas.
ryrrel, or the Bitter Blood 2 cts; The Robber, 25
cts; Corse dc Leon, 25 cts; False Heir, 25 Heidle-
berg, %; Step Mother, vols. sos the Smugger IS.
Beauchamp, IS.
BY Miss PICKERING. The Quiet Husband; the
Expecant; the Squire; the Prince and Pedler the
Secret Foe; Agnes Serl; Nandarrel; Cousin Hinton;
be Heir, IS. fs,
By CHARLES LEVER Tom Burke of Ours, SO cts /;
he Nevilles OF Garretstown, 25 cts Jack Hinton, So
Charles O'Malley, SO; Arthur O'Leary, 25 cents;
Knight Of Gwynne,25
BY ALEXANDER Dumas Genevieve, SO cts, Che
Waller de Haimental 25; Lady Of Monsoreau, 2 vols
81, the Three Guardsmen, 25; the Counte OF Monte
Christie ? vols "; Duke Of Burgundy, rs, Joan, the
By GEORGE LlPPARD. The Quaker City, 2 vols
81; Blanche OF Brandywine, vols IS cts
BY SAMUEL LOVER. Handy Andy, SO cts; Legends
and Stories Of Ireland SO cts; Rory OMoore SO cts
Songs and Ballads, Is
BY w. H. AlNswoRTH. The Tower Of London, SO;
Chrichton, %; Diana Of Meridor, 81 for the vol.
The Dutchman's Frcside, rs cts
Young Kate, or the Rescue, 25
The Young Prima Donna, by Messrs Grey, rs
Kruitzner, or the Germans Tale, rs
Wiliulness Of Woman, 25
Evelina, by Miss Buney, Is
The Daguerrcotypc Miniature, 12b la
Lives OF Statesmen, by Hon Q Adams, rs
Confessions Of Pretty Woman, by Miss Pardoe 25
Amelia Wyndham, Is Father Darcy, 25
Thc,Prairie Bird, by Murray, rs
Love and Mesmerism, by Horace Smith, rs
The Female Minister, IS
Rose Marie, or the Gogo Family, rs
Archibald Werner, SO
Sylvester Sound, the Somnambulist, 37A
Stories Of Waterloo, BY Maxwell, rs.
Guy Rivers, Tale OF Georgia, IS
My Own Home and Fireside, SO a.
History Of the Bastile, by Davenport, so
The Protege, by f T rs The Tartar Chief, rs
The Venice Orange Girl, l2A
Freaks Of Cupid, IN three parts, each 124
Leontine, rs Ormond, the Secret Witness, rs
The Chronicles OF Clever Nook, 12!cts
Charmed Sea by H. Martineau, 25
Groves Of Barney by Mrs Hall, rs
Siege of Vienna, rs @
Eucretia by Bulwer, Is
Leila, 12a
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.NEV NIL JT8RY WORK

NEW MILITARY YORK.
D. APPLETON & Co., 200 Broadway, New
York, have lately published in fine sye-Ee.
ments Of Military Arr and Science; or course of In
strucdh in Strategy, Forifcations, Tactics of Bat.
ties, &c, embracing the duties Of Staff Infantry
Cavalry, Artillery, and Engineers. Adapted to the
use Of Volunteers and Militia. BY II. Wager Hal.
leck, A. NJ, Lieut. Of Engineers. U. 8. Army. |
vo'. limo. illustrated. Price 81 so.
:" For those who take pleasure in studying the art
Of war, and especially for those whose profession is
that Of arms this must prove valuable work.
The author appears to be perfectly well informed in
military tactics, and has illustrated his instructions
by various drawings and plans which make them.
selves understood. The various means Of national
defence are infinitely set forth--ihe position and
character Of the Notifications, on our Northern iron.
tier especially accurately described, and the d,i.
ties and organization Of each arm Of the national de-
fence--infantry, cavalry, artillery, and engineers
described with much precision. Indeed. no pains
seem to have been spared To make IN authentic and
instructive book. "---Commercial Advertiser.
august 2-u
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CONFECTIONERY, ICE CREAM
SODA WATER. &c. &c.

lu inform the ladies' and gentlemen Of Washing
ton, and visitors to the metropolis that she has Ia.
ken the house formerly occupied by Mr.. Barnes, on
Pennsylvania avenue, between I'd and Sd streets,
west Of the Depot where she will at oil times be
prepared to wait upon those who may give her their
patronage.
Ladies and gentlemen visiting the Capitol grounds
will find this establishment convenient and plea
SAINT resort; while no expense or pains will be
spared to make the Ice Cream and Soda Water Sc
cond to none in the city. "
All the Injuries usually found in confectionary
constantly kept Call and see.
may2l 3m
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NEW CARVING
GILDING EsTTARLIsHMENT

GLIDING ESTABLISHMENT.
NTLLIAM, SPEARING, having Commenced
7 wv business in the above line, Immediately in
front Of Coeman's Hotel, respectfully informs the
citizens Of Washington and irs vicinity that he man.
ufsctures Looking Glass and Picture Frames Plain
and Ornamental Cornces, as well as every other
kind Of work in his line Of business. William Spear
ings charges for all work done at bis establishment
will be quite reasonable: he respectfully socits
share Of the public patronage
N. B. Old FyAmes ragilt. may l4H
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T OST the I'd Of August, between Georgetown and
IL Washington city, promissory note for 500,
drawn by the subscriber in favor of G. w. Paro
Payment having been stopped, the public are eau
toned against trading for the same.
aug 2-2t ]. ROTHER,
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- FOR RENT,-The dwelling over the
store occupied by Mrs Hamilton, on
Eli Pennsylvania avenue south side, between
ysae Ninth and Tenth streets, containing seven
fine sized rooms, and in good order To a small
family the rent will DO moderate. Inquire Of Mrs.
HAMILTON, june lift
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superior Madeira Wine, &c
flames FITZGERALD respectfully iny

AmES FIIZGEHALD respectfully invites
- Members of Congress, citizens and others, who
may desire to have superior Madeira Wine, fine
Cognac Brandy and other rsrate spurious liquors,
to call at his Confectionery and Fruit Store on the
north side Of Pennsylvania ayenue-next door to
the United States Hotel.
James Fitzgerald keeps constantly for sale the
very best wine, liquors, fruit and confectionery art-
cles, which can be procured the most respectable
houses in the country. His Madeira Wine was
imported by HIMSELF in $780, and cannot be excel
led at any wine or liquor store in this city. His
Brandy, Holland Gin, and old Monongahela whis-
Ky, are Of the very first quality. Call, taste. and
judge for yourselves.
or The Fine Brown Stout and good Philadel-
phia Ale constantly on hand.
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oo-The late rains in Alabama. Georgia, and
the Carolinas, have done great injury 10 the
growing crops on the banks Of the rivers and
smaller streams, and nave destroyed an i'm
mense amount Of properly. The Southern
papers are filed with the gloomy accounts.
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INSIDE VENTTE.4.N W,IJvDOW
BLINDS.
WILLIAM NOEL,

WILLIAM NOEL,
Dealer and Manufacturer Of Inside Venitian Win.
dow Blinds, south side Penn. av. between 9th
and 10th streets, Washingt n.
BLINDS Of all sizes and styles furr, he'd to order
ID Split Blinds, plain and painted, of all sizes.
Brass fixtures and trimmings furnished.
Linen and transparent Curtains put up in the
best style.
Fire-screens and wide paper for curtains, very
cheap.
All work done on reasonable terms and with
promptness
NIB. Old Blinds repaired and reprinted.
iune233m
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A CARD.

MISS ANNA M. BECK would respectfully in
IN form the LADIES Of Washington that she is now
prepared with her Spring Stock to execute all orders
in Millinery or Mantua Making with neatness and
despatch. Residence E street, opposite Rev. o. b.
Browns. april 2l-3m