davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
JOHN CONNOLLY,

JOHN CONNOLLY,
CABINET, CHAIR, AND SOFA MAN
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 hand general assortment Of Cabinet Furni-
ture, which no will sell very cheap for cash, APP
proved paper. He is constantly manufacturing all
kinds Of Furniture of the latest style and most APP
proved pattern; such as
Mahogany dressing Bureaus
g spring seat Sofas
rocking and parlor Chairs
card, centre, and dining Tables
Wardrobes
I" Bedsteads
And, in fact every thing usually found in cabinet
ware room. #5
Undertaking.
He is also prepared to attend funerals at the
shortest notice and on 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. between Ii and |.
may20 ly
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

Spurious Notes. We saw yesterday, says tho
Baltimore American Of the 18th instant two one
dollar notes Of the Merchants Benk Of Baltimore,
which had been altered to tens, and ingeniously
it done to require close scrutiny to detect the
fraud. The notes Of the denomination Of one and
two dollars issued by the Bank are in the form Of
certificates Of deposite, and all those Of higher de-
nomination are in the usual form Of bank notes. A
recollection Of this fact will be sufficient to detect the
imposition. From the circums' Of two notes Of
this false character being offered at the bank yester
day, it is inferred that number are in circulation.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
A Luxury Indeed!

"A LuXury lIlOccO.
T.aPOR, TEPLD, AND COLD SHOWER
OR RUSSIAN BATH.
TINE subscriber, Through the persuasion of many
i intimate friends) has been induced to fit up the
above establishment, Ca bath never before known
to this community for the purpose of rendering
every necessary convenience and luxury TO the citi
zens of this metropolis.
In offering to the public the advantages Of this
most delightful bath, he would say to those who
in state of physical debility, that there is nothing
known that is so well calculated to restore the
gies Of the human system. The most delicate female
under its influence improves in strength with most
astonishing rapidity.
Connected with this mode Of bathing, he has in
troduced the Saltwater Vapor, and Shower Bath,
giving to those who desire it. all the advantages Of
Sea-bathing, without the trouble and expense of
trip to the Capes.
His rooms are situated on the corner Of a. street
and Missouri avenue. Open at all hours from six in
the morning till nine at night.
Thursdays Of each week set apart for the spe-
cial accommodation of Ladies, when lady will be
in attendance to wait on those who may please to
visit this establishment. The public are invited to
give this Bath trial.
Terms: Single tickets 3Ys cents, or three tickets
for ST. 90.
june 29-2m w. WHITNEY.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

The New Orleans Times Of the 7th inst, has in.
tellgence from Vera Cruz to the LIST instant, and
from the city of Mexico to the 10th ult.
The work Of forifying the capital was going on
vigorously, though with little Judgment as the most
important points along which Americans would be
sure to pass were left unprotected. Santa Ana had
called for forced loan Of one million, and was rails
ING it at the point Of the bayonet.
The British Courier with dates from the city Of
Mex co to the 26th Of June, arrived at Vera Cruz
on the LIST inst, but his advices had not ranspired
before the sailing Of the New Orleans packet
Jalspa has been deserted by our troops and occu-
pied by the guerllists. Vera Cruz had only 800
men to defend the city. The country in the interior
was crowded with the enemy's troops. The NOR
talty Of Vera Cruz was about ten daily.
Father Jaranta the gusrrllist had quarrelled with
his superors about the division of the spos captured
n the attack on Col. M'In,osh's party.
A letter from Puebla Of tho 10th ult. has no hopes
whatever Of peace and scouts the idea. II says
that only course will be to seize upon and hold,
and the country, that the people are not against
US, if this be our policy.
Com. Perry arrived at Anton I.izardo on the 3Oth
Of June from Tobasco. He found the river blocked
and had to land and march against the city He le-
ceved one fire from the enemy, and gave them grape
and canister at musket shot distance when they took
to their heels with the rapidity of lightning. We
had four wounded, among whom was Lieut.. May.
who lost an arm. The Times gives no further ac-
count Of the Tobasco expedition.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15


Our Public ScHooLs.-The examinations
Of the pupils OF our public schools have just
taken place. They who have attended speak
very favorabiy Of the progress made, of the
diligence and good behavior of the children,
and Of the industry and zeal Of the teachers.
There are about 500 children now taught in
these public institutions. The public mind
has not yet been fully wrought up to the inn
portance of the common school system in
Washington. Let some member Of the City
Government or some one else anxious TO do
good, devote his time TO the study Of the New
York system, and introduce that grand feature
OF school instruction into our midst, and our
word for it, we shall soon see our whole So
ciety agitated with the subject, and determined
TO sustain the system. Much, much remains
to be done in this matter. There are far too
many idle boys roaming our streets for the
good Of society. There ought to be none
We throw out these hints at this juncture, in
the hope that some able pen will take up the
question, and hammer at il through our co.,
umns, which are cheerfully proffered, until
every child in the city shall sit under the voice
OF instruction.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

D- w. G. Brown, an artist of Richmond,
Virginia, is on his way home with two por-
traits of General Tay lor-one in citizens dress,
and the other in uniform on horseback-and
also with portraits Of Major Bliss and other
officers who have been serving under the old
Hero. Mr. Browns artistical powers are
vouched for by the best judges. We hope he
will visit Washington, and exhibit his origi
nails
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

Oo-The correspondent Of the New York Elk.
press, writing from the Chicago River and
Harbor Convention, states that the latter SEN
tence of Senator Cass' letter" circumstances
will put it out of my power to be present a,
that time" was read with general shouts Of
laughter, and when respectfully yours" was
reached, the outburst was so universal, that
general cry was heard, that the letter be read
again The letter was then read again, with
like bursts Of laughter, mingled with Kisses.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
WASHINGTON, jury Ia, ls47.

=
To THE EDITOR or THE NATIONAL WING
think can tell you how it is that Mr. French
expects to be reelected Click. /. He has refused
to draw this $500 extra compensation voted TO him
by Congress at the close of the last session. His
abstinence, he hopes, will humbug the Wings into
admiration of his tenderness for the Public Treasury
It will be remembered, however, that all previous
extras he drew without conjunction of conscience.
Besides, whether reelected or not, he can always
draw his $500. O. He relies upon trickey as a
means Of re-election-that is upon thin House
and Hopkins to move choice Of Clerk by resolu-
ton and the previous question thereon. To aid him
in his schemes he has his friend Mr.. Simon Brown,
the Librarian Of the House, at his right hand. ST.
mon is great manager l mention these things to
put the Wings on their guard
FEAR NOUGHT.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

Outrage and attempt to Murder. On Wednes-
day. Juno 23d, at Indian Key, Mr.. William Hillard
was shot in the left breast, by free negro man BY
he name Of Michael. It appears that he had fred
gun on the piazza, and Mr.. Hillard forbid it in fu
ture; this order caused some words, and before Mr.
H. knew where he was he was down, and the negro
even again attempted to attack him whilst wounded
but the timely arrival af sloops crew prevented any
further harm.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

RAvAeEs OF WAR.-The Jonesborough Wing in
forms us that Col. VIM. B. Campbell's regiment Of
Tennessee volunteers numbered 1000 men, and that
Col. Haskell's numbered 1040, when they marched
to Mexico. Only $50 Of the former, and 800 Of the
latter regiment have returned to their homes-the
remainder, 1880, having been consigned to untimely
graves by disease, or having fallen in battle!
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

The fine large barn, belonging to the farm
of the widow Of the late Governor Veazey, sit
uated on Sassafras neck, Cecil county, Mary
land, was struck by lightning about O'Clock
on the afternoon of the 18th instant, and totally
destroyed by FIRE, together with about thirty
tons Of hay, several hundred bushels of corn,
and nearly all the valuable farming utensils
The loss is very heavy, there being only $500
insurance.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

I'm Example ,Oorthy Of being jollo,oed. There
is lady in this city good Wing as4o take four
copies Of our paper. We hope that all the Wing
men will follow, in part at least, the example set
them by this lady We cannot omit stating the
fact that she pays in Advance
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
BY. A. GREEN, Auotioneer.

VALUABLE FRAME HOUSE AND LOT
V AT AUCTION-On Wednesday, the 18th
instant shall sell, the premises, at o'clock p.
M, part Of Lot No. l2, in square No. 3ls with the
Frame Building thereon, being the house now occu-
pied by Mr.. William Buist, fronting on llth, near
the corner Of Ii street.
Terms: One-half cash balance in three and six
months, for notes bearing interest. A deed given
and deed Of trust taken.
july lO--td A. GREEN, Auctioneer.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
ADAMS & co. IS EXPRESS.
REMOHAL.

REMOVED.
A DAMS e. co. take this method Of informing
n the public, that they have removed their OF
FICE from their former place OF Business Elliotts
Buildings to the large and convenient Store-room,
three doors belo,o Gadsbys Hotel, Penn avenue, and
afew doors below the Railroad Depot, where they
are now more fully prepared to receive and for
ward all descriptions of packages TO the following
places:
Boston, Richmond, Cincinnati,
New York, Petersburg, Louisville,
Philadelphia, Pittsburg, st. Louis,
Baltimore, Wheeling, &c. SIC. &c.
Adams & Co. will also forward specie and other
valuables, and Collect Drafts, Notes, &c., on all
the above places at reasonable rates.
G. 8. McELFRESH,
may 27-eo2m Agent.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

In 1916 the receipts at New Orleans from the
upper country amounted to n millions Of dollars;
the steamboats, engaged in the trade Of st. Louis
were 35l, and the whole number on the Western
rivers nearly 1900 valued at l6 millions Of dollars,
to which are TO be added 1000 keel and fiat boats
The animal cost of transportation is Al millions.
The total value Of the domestic products put aloat
upon the waters Of the valley is $50 millions; and
the value Of the whole commerce adoat is 400 mil
lions, being double the amount Of the whole freign
commerce Of the United States. The number Of
steamboats, lost in 1912 was SO; in 1916 the number
was SO. The annual loss Of lives is lG0. The
snags il is well known have caused many Of these
disasters. But to this commerce Of 400 millions
the Government does not give even snag boat, nor
ga farthng light TO designate the place Of danger"
Nothing is given for this commerce. while the for
eign is protected at an expense Of or 10
millions annually. Let the West, then, unite and
vote for no man as President who does not recognise
the complete power Of Congress over this question.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
a B.aCHELORS SOLLIQUY

II B.d C6ELOhS oOLiLIQOI.
feel very strange-I even feel stupid!
I've reason 10 think it's that little god Cupid;
I'm afflicted with beayiness often with signing,
And think all the time, I'm in danger of dying.
There's no one especial, I'd like to possess,
Although am fond Of gentle caress.
think I'll look over my visiting list,
And see if helpma.e from that can twist.
There's Miss d. H. Lewis, | think she might do,
But she carries weight of i've hundred and two;
And being well read, and scholar profound,
Shed be hard wife for man to get round.
Miss Marcy, perhaps she'd make good wife,
For Pm told she is little conversant with strife,
But then her poor uncle she of over-reaches,
And charges four leves for mending his breeches.
Miss Sawyer often have thoughts Of espousng,
But then am afraid she is fond Of carousing,
And tho / have money and in tenement stand rich
never will spend them in sausage and sandwich.
The willy Miss Ourian appears to be benton
ODLdlnlnG a mission tuut oio ihoy W eShs o"s
And as she's statesman and warrior TO boot,
She would not, methinks, an old bachelor suit.
The next one see is that little Miss Walker,
And every one says she's a beautiful tinker;
But never will marry girl that intrigues
With such dashing young men as Corcoran g. Riggs.
Here's dminutive Polk, she's as rich as topaz,
With legacy left by her darling Miss Lopez;
But then she's in love with lame cabellero,
Who distinguished himself at the battle Of Cerro.
But last on the list, ensconced in corner,
Is gentle Miss Taylor-by Jove I'm gone.er!
She's modest and honest and noble and kind,
And suited in every thing quite to my mind.
They tell me, moreover her fortune divine
Is to move to the White House in March, forty
nine;
So I'll brush up my whiskers and order my riagc
And instantly ask for the lady in marriage.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

CRIMINAL CoURT, July l5.-United States
Us. Vim. H. Wall. Argument Of counsel
was closed at l2 O'Clock last night, and the case
given TO the jury this morning, who had not
agreed upon verdict when our paper went to
press.
U. S. Us. Edward Hilton-assault on Lucy
Ann Price. Verdict guilty. Ould for defence.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
LATE FROM SANTA FE.

We have dates from this place to the 9th Of
May. Major Russell brought them and also des-
patches from Col. Fremont. All was quiet in Cali
fornia, and the army in that quarter was in good
health. Major E,lmundson had been attacked in
Red River l26 miles south Of Santa Fe by 800
Mcxcans and Indians and with his command Of $50
forced to retire, losing two killed. his horses
on as our men were crossing ravine. Lieut.. Will
lock, had been despatched reinforcement in pur-
suit Of the enemy The high road across the Plains
infested with Indians who attacked every small
party and drove away their cattle.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

u TMr Cahoun's letter of the 18th June, decln-
ing an invitation 10 attend the Fourth Of July cele
in it, II is this. Ellis support by the people Of his
native district was won by fearless discharge Of
his duty" But there is another sentiment that does
not 60 so far as we should like to see it go. MAY
our Union with our institutions and liberty be long
preserved" Forever, forever should be the word
Nothing short of the duration of the globe we inha.
bit satisfies the cravings for the continuance Of our
blessed Union.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
TO THE PUBT,TC.

TIME subscriber having learned than an attempt
u is being made to injure the reputation Of his
MINERAL WATER by the circulation of spu.
rous article purporting TO be his, he is therefore
der the necessity of publishing the following certif-
Gates and respectfully calls the attention of the Fa-
Gu " and Public to tho subject.
A. FAVIER,
Manufacturer Of oil kinds of Mineral Waters,
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

The arbitrators in the case Of Mrs. Bishler,
whose house, insured in the Potomac Compa-
ny, burned down about two years ago, aud
was rebuilt, as she thought, in a very inferior
manner, have decided that the building must
come down and the rubbish be removed
also that she is entitled to indemnifcation for
the time the house remained untenanted.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

DOARDING.-MRS. ]. r. TAYLOR has sew
- eral vacant Rooms, some Of them suitable for
Families. Gentlemen wishing board without lodging,
can be accommodated. A share of public patronage
is respectfully solicited. Residence corner Penn.
avenue and street, over Lemuel ]. Middlcton's
Grocery Store. june lin
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
THE CASE OF CHAs. LEE JONES.

800 SnNoG Vt CIlhc. LEI JOlsES1.
A brochure Of 80 pages, entitled " The Case
of the Battalion stated, with an Exposition Of
the Grounds upon which Charles Lee Jones,
Esq, expected to have had the command Of
the Battalion, &c., as Lieutenant Colonel" by
Walter Jones, was placed in our hands this
morning, by those enterprising booksellers,
Brooke, Shillington & Co., who have our
thanks for their early attention.
Whatever emanates from the pen Of the dis
tinguished Advocate Walter Jones, carries with
it weight which few pens in the country can
boast of, and hence it is not necessary for us
10 invite public attention TO the pamphlet be-
fore US. 1t will be greedily sought after by the
whole reading public, of all parties. To say
that he has made out his case, is to say nothing
more than what would be expected Of him by
the community in which he lives, and Of which
he has been so long the pride and ornament.
He has fixed upon the President and his Sec
rotary of War the charges of trifling with the
feelings of their fellow-c itizens-of absolute
Justification Of promises. We do not see how
they can escape from the consequences. 1t is
true, they may hide themselves behind the
shield Of power, and deny the charges brought
against them and substantiated by irresistible
evidence but such course will not satisfy
the public. They will have to answer for these
offences against the rights of the constituent,
before the tribunal Of public opinion.
Had we the time and room, we should GER
tainly reproduce, in the columns of the Nation
al Wing, this whole vindca,on of Mr. Chas
Lee Jones, by his father, from the faithless-
ness and insolence of power" 1t should 60
before the people. It should be read by every
man in the Union, in order that he might see
that TRUTH does not abide in high places, in
the government Of his agents, his servants, at
Washington.
To attempt an epitome Of this powerful pro-
duction Of Gen. Jones, would be to injure il,
No man would ever think of epitomizing his
law arguments. They are epitomes always
in themselves. Suffice it for us TO say. that
the General establishes beyond doubt, that the
President and the Secretary of War promised
Charles Lee Jones the Lieutenant Colonelcy
of the battalion which Gen. Jones was ordered
by requsition from the War Department to
raise, and that this promise was not only vio-
lated but was never made from the beginning
with the purpose of being adhered to. As we
have already said, every body will seek this
exposition of official insolence and faithless.
ness, without any promptings Of ours, but if
there should chance to be any man who might
be indisposed to examine the question, we say
to him Omit not to examine it by any means,
but read the pamphlet, study it and ponder it.
1t is thing that concerns the liberties Of every
man in the Union. II the Presidential faith is
to be broken in this way, il is time that the
public should know it, in order TO punish its
violation in the person Of the violator.
BRooKE, SHlLLlNGToN, & Co., corner Of
Pennsylvania avenue and 4 streets, have tho
above work for sale.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
TO FOREIGN GENTLEMEN,


A RRIVING in the United States, or others. desir
II Gus of purchasing permanent country resi-
dence in Pennsylvania. The subscriber offers for
sylvania IA miles north Of Philadelphia. Il contains
highest state of cultivation producing wheat, rye,
Indian corn and hay, equal to any upland farm-the
remaining 20 acres being woodland On the pre-
misses is fine stone mansion, so feet by As, with
verandah attached, Is feet wide extending the
length Of the house, and large piazza on the east,
the whole giving ample accommodation for family
of twenty persons. The pleasure grounds surround
ing the house are shaded with elegant eveTgreens,
and are very beautifully laid out There on the
farm three stone houses for farmers tenants, to-
geher with three large stone barns, containing sta
bling and conveniences for hundred head Of cattle,
and for the storage of $50 tons Of produce, with
coach house, wagon house, granary and corn cribs
attached. There are also the advantages of fine
spring house, ice house, fish pond, garden Of two
acres orchards stocked with the finest fruit, green
house and grape wall stream Of spring water in
every field, daily mall, by which the Philadelphia
and New York papers Of the same day are received,
and an omnibus passing the gate morning and eyen-
ing.
In the immediate vicinity are Episcopal, Luther
en- and Presbyterian churches.
Further description is unnecessary, as all persons
wishing to purchase are invited 10 call and examine
the estate. II may however, be added that for beau
ly healthful situation, and advantages it Is not sur
passed by any in the United States. II may be well
also the mention the price, which is S220 per acfe.
Appyto
july 2 2awlm~ Montgomery co., Pa.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

Or We see that the papers are making free
with the politics Of our gallant townsnan Co
LIONEL MAY. A friend informs us that the
Colonel was Jackson man and is now a
Taylor man. In addition to this, we learn on
undoubted authority that the Colonel pro,
nounces the Hero of Buena Vista TO be a
whole soul Wing.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

nS The Grand Division Of the Sons Of Tenn
perance Of Virginia have made arrangements to
meet in Winchester on Wednesday the slst; and
on Saturday the Gath, Good Samaritan Division, No.
"a, will dedicate their new and beautiful Temple Of
the Division.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

BALTIMORE, July l4.-The -four maket without
much movement. Sales reach 800 barrels at SIS 25;
3l4; SIS 374, and SIS 43a, for mixed, recent in
spections and fresh ground Howard street; Ohio
-four S5a5 H.. City mills, 500 barrels at SIS 37aa
5 SO and Susquehanna S. 3la5 37a. Corn meal
held at So rs per barrel and dull Receipts Of -four
light. Small sales good to prime red wheat 95alO7
cents No white arriving; white and yellow corn
63a65.; rye rs cents
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

Captain Naylor, Of the second Pennsylva-
MIA regiment, and once a member Of Congress,
has laid his bones in Mexican soil. He died
at Puebla recently of brain fever.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15

IFThe Wings Of Gen. Dawson's old District
in Louisiana, intend to bring out Judge Lafayette
Saunders in opposition to Harmonson. If they do,
H. may hang up his harp on the willows
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-15
FOR NORFOLK.

II McCUBBIN, Barber, Temple Of Fashion
IL. No. !, aided by that superior workman,
Felix Dean, 9th ST., between Pennsylvania avenue
and y street.
Jun 25-