davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

PHILADELPHIA, July Is, 8 P. M.-About
one O'Clock to day fire occurred in the Groce-
ry store Of Messrs. Hotz & Kirkbride, al the
corner Of Sixth and Callowhill streets, which
was totally destroyed. A most terrific explo
sion took place during the fire, from Gunpow-
der stored in the garret of the burning building.
The upper stories OF four adjacent dwelling
houses on Sixth street were demolished the
roofs were crushed in by the conclusion, and
falling into the garrets set fire to the wood work,
doing much injury 10 the furniture Of the per
sons occupying them:
The adjoining house on Callowhill street
was much injured by the explosion. The sta
BILE end was blown down and the roof SKATER
ed The house next below was also much
damaged BY FIRE.
Fortunately no person was injured The
house OF Messrs H. g. K. was entirely des-
Tcyed together with their stock of goods The
latter fully covered by insurance.
Another fire broke out soon after the above,
near the Girard College, by which four dwell
ings were entirely destroyed.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
TO FOREIGN GENTLEMEN.

A RRIvING in The United States, or others. dssI
~ GUS OF purchasing permanent county resi-.
dence in Pennsylvania. The subscriber offers for
sale his farm, situated in Montgomery county, Penn.
sylvania. IL miles north Of Philadelphia Il contains
30s acres of land, 2sS acres OF which are in the
highest state Of cultivation, producing wheat, rye,
Indian corr and hay, equsfto any upland farn-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 largo piazza on the east
the whole giving ample accommodation for a family
Of twenty persons. The plaasure grounds surround
ing the house are shaded with elegant evergreens,
and are very beautifully laid out There are ON the
farm three stone houses for farmers or tenants to-
gether 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 bouse, 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 even
ing. i FRASER. ,.g ,g
IN the immediate vicinity are Episcopal, Luther.
en- and Presbyterian churches.
Further description is unnecessary as all persons
wishing TO purchase invited TO call and examine
the estate. II may, however be added that for beau
ty healthful situation, and advantages it is not sur
passed by any in the United States II may be wei
also the mention the price, which $500 PEI acre.
Apply to
GEORGE SHAFT. Whitemarsh,
JULY 2awlms Montgomery co., Pa.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
LLOY DIS
0UGH AND READY
SAND SOAP,
AND
TABLETS,

FOR CLEANSING, WHITENING, AND
" BEAUTIFYING THE HANDS.
TT LLOYD has ingeniousy succeeded in in
III. venting Compound Of such delightful
nature to render the hardest and toughest skin
fair, and delicately white.
Ladies Riding, Gardening, or Painting, and Gem
tlemen Shooting, Hunting, Fishing, Cricketing,
Rowing, &C., or any amusement or exertion preju.
dcial to the hands, will find the improved ROUGH
AND READY WASH BALLS and TABLETS
peasingy efcacious in removing all hardness, stain,
redness and all other cutaneous Disagreement; pre-
venting and rendering the skin soft fair and ptiabe.
From the nice combination Of Balsamic ingredi-
ents introduced into the composition, they form a
fine Creamy Lather, with the hardest or Sea Water,
which renders them very desirable for Salt Water
Baths. They produce the most softening and re-
freshing sensation, and will be found an excellent
substitute for the Flesh Brush.
They are highly recommended to Captains Of
Ships, Merchants, and all who trade with fereign
countries as they viii retain their virtue in any eli
mate. For sale by CHAS. STOTT.
Drug. 4 Apoth. corner Of 18th q Pa az.
may 12-tf
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

y. s. Mail Line to Co,Oes aud Southampton, and
$50 The splendid new steamship WASHING
Set2sasE TON, 1850 tons burthen. Frederic Hewitt,
commander, will start from New York on Che let Of
June next, carrying the u. s. Mail.
She will touch at Cowes and southampton 10 land
passengers and freight, and deliver the mails for
England, France, and Belgium, and will then pro-
coed to Brenerhaven. Returning, will leave Bfe-
merhavsn the 18th of June.
The Washington is built in the strongest manner,
with view to being converted into ship Of war,
and subject at any time TO inspection by officers APP
pointed by the President both during and after con-
struction.
She has two engines Of 1900 horse power each,
and accommodations for l4O first class, and A %.
cond class passengers s4
Passage from New York to Southampton o. 10
Bremen, first class, $780, second class, $50.
Passage from Bremen and Southampton TO New
York, first class, S $50; second class, $50.
She will carry about 800 tons freight, which win
be charged according TO the nature Of the goods Of
fering All letters must pass through the Post Office
Parcels, for which bills Of lading will be signed will
be charged SIS each.
For Freight or Passage, apply at the Office Of the
Ocean Steam Navigation Company, A William 1t.
corner Of Wall street. New York.
Z. MILLS, General Agent.
Agents at Southampton, OAR, CRosKEY, & Ross.
do at Bremen, CA. HEIEEKEH g. Go.
do at Havre, WILLIAM IsELIS.
The second Steamer Of this line is in due course
of construction, and will be in readiness in the ens-
ing fall. may lift
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

pressive mass, but in such detail that each
seemed TO have made its. impress on his
heart. Hespoke Of the rich harvest Of the
year with glow that would have left no
one to believe that not an ear Of il
had been turned into his gamers. He
thanked God for his pleasant home,
and his well-covered board-for kind
neighbors and bountiful friends-for the
dear mother, with industry that never tired,
and love that never abated. He thanked
Him for his own health--for painless limbs
for contented mind, and spirit OF en-
loyment. His voice trembled slightly when
he came to mention his children--@his dear,
absent children He paused for one in
slant, and then added, with sincere tone
Of courage, and heavenly gladness, eve
thank Thee that they have manifested
themselves Thy children too, Though
they have passed through the waters, they
have not overwhelmed them; and through
the fire, it has not scorched them. We
thank Thee that Thou hast given them thus
early to see the valae OF innocence, and the
power Of affection When he finished,
-AAS. Aiutiinao iOSC COuutitCQ ouu Goio,
81 almost forgot it stormed, father" And
she did proceed with step mewhatlight-
er, and heart somewhat less faint, with
her preparations for dinner, or, as ourcoun-
try-folk still call it, supper, Her eye turn
ed often and anxiously 10 the clock. She
looked out on the road the Colonel was TO
come remarked that the storm grew hea
vier and wondered again and again il
Ruth were on her way to Albany. Present
lyi a sleigh-bel was heard but il was not
Colonel Miles, but another neighbor, re-
turning from meeting, who called, with q
message from the kind Colonel. "The
mail was not in he sent them word cit
might not come till dark but he would
wait till il did Gomez
"The Colonel is wine and oil too said
Hathaway. sit has been 80 from the be-.
ginning of this trouble. II we have dis
appointments there's comfort come hand
in-hand with il.
& $.sf IT, y. \
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

REGULAR MAIL LINE
BETWEEN BOSTON,, AND " YORK,
BY the fast and splendid steamers Rhode Island and
Oregon.
4 urHour Of leaving New York changed to D. N.
TINE steamers Rhode Island, Capt Potter, and
u Oregon, Capt Thnysr, will run throughout the
season, in connection with the Stanington and Pro-
violence and Boston and Providence railroads. leav.
ing New York daily, Sundays excepted, from pier
No. |, North River. at o'clock b. M. or upon the
arrival Of the mail train from Boston.
These steamers are unsurpassed in speed, splen-
dor and comfort having each Of them so large COM
modons private state rooms and berths for 500 per.
SONS, besides largo private rooms for families and
parlors. FIJI @e..
These steamers ore Differed by the most expert
enced men, and will shorten the passage besweeu
New York and Boston from one and half TO two
hours, thereby arriving in ample time for oil tho
lines from Boston, north and esst. A
The Orseon win leave New York Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday.
Leave Stonington Monday, Wednesday and Fri.
day. ~
The Rhode Island will leave New York Monday.
Wednesday and Friday.
Leave Stonington Tuesday, Thursday and Sst,,r.
day.
Passengers ON the arrival Of the steamers
at Stonington proceed Immediately in the splendid
railroad cars TO Providence and Boston without any
delay; and baggage master accompanies each
train through to Boston, TO take charge Of the bag
gage.
For PASSAGE berihs, state rooms, or freight, appli-
cation may be made to the agents on the wharf, and
al the Office No. 10 Battery place, New York.
may22 If
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
CADSBY,S SALOON,

Corner Of Penn. .4renue and Sd street, IN
der Gadsbys Hotel
ssRough and Ready, 9Buena VISTA and
"CerrO GOrd0e Juleps.
YNHlS establishment is now open for the reception
i of vlsiters, under the supervision Of Mr.. A.
Berry, who is prepared to serve up in the most re-
chershe style every descrptiono beverages to tickle
the appetite and please the tastes Of the most fastid-
Gus. fats'
They who are disposed to give il call will be
sure 10 come again, where they can have all the
fashionable beverages prepared to order !" such
Rough and Ready, Buena Vista, and Ceno Gordo
Julepe, Palo Alto Sangaree, Oseat Punch, Aiyara.
do Cobblers, and California Smashes, &c. &c.
mayo I'm
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
WASHINGTON, July 10th, l847.
SIXTH WARD.

Messrs. EDITORS; Let me ask through the
columns of your paper, why it is, that the
Mayor in His Proclamation of yesterday, has
thought proper to draw line Of distinction
between the dogs of the Fifth and Sixth
Wards, and those in other Wards.
! cannot believe with the Mayor--that, the
dog seen in this Ward, and supposed to be
mad-coniined his operations to the Fifth and
Sixth Wards alone.
| do hope that the Mayor will show no par
TALLY at.least, to the dog kind aud if the evi-
dence before him justifes the combining Of
them. tina, he will make it general throughout
the city.
Il friend of the Manor
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
a. Cam

+ s. BECK would taks this method Of modifying
j ]. his friends and public generally that he has r..
moved his house Furnishing store from PennsyL
vania avenue to z street north opposite Rev. o. B.
Brown ., one square west Of the General Port Office
Having larger house and lower rent can and
UiH sch any and all kinds of Housed unishine
Goods cheaper than at any time heretofore. win
try to prove this to any in want Of goods that
will give me call
N. b. Rooms for rent, furnished or unfurnishsd.
april 2l-3m
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

C They have an excellent way, says Massa-
chusetts paper, Of keeping the boys at school in
Wiscasset. The selectnen have ordered the ares,
Of all boys who may Be lettering around the streets
during school hours saying tina. they must either al
tsnd school or devote their time with diligence 70
some lawful employment.
We hope our city authorities will initiate their po
Icy.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
(To be continued. J

anti CeAbacy. Dr. Baird mentions singular
fact concerning the Greek Church. viz: that the
priests required to be married men, and whenever
wife dies the priestly Office until he is mar
ried again. They claim authority for this in the
Scripture, which reads, "A bishop must be blame
less, the husband Of ono wif,.' In the Armenian
Church this rule is extended as to require that
priest shall be the father Of one child.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
CONFECTIONERY, ICE CREAM,
SODA WATER. DC. &c.

SODA WA En-, &C. &C.
Mrs. M. "A. CAMPBELL would respectfully
Ill inform the ladies' and gentlemen Of Washing
ton and yistsrs 10 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 all times be
prepared 10 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 Croam and Soda Water se-
cond TO none in the city.
All the Injuries usually found in confectionery
constantly kept Call and sec.
naval I'm sS
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Strued Right. A lady, a regular shopper, who
had made an unfortunate clerk tumble over all the
stockings in his shop-they were fall goods--obect
ed that none were long enough.
81 want the very longest h Sc that are made
Then, madam, you had better apply at the next
Engine House"
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

The JuNK.-The rumor that Mr.. Cave Johns on
is in treaty for the Chinese Junk to carry GU the
American mail to L verpool, once week, is, we are
assured, utterly without foundation.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Forgery The Locofocos Of Pennsylvania have
forged letter and signed General Twins name TO it,
making him avow sentiments which he does not
hold. This is fayoise game with our opponents.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

In the Brsziian slave case at New York the Bra
zan consul has protested against the court intsrfer
ing in the matter, and stated that his government
would hold the United States Government respond
bic for the full value Of the slaves ii they were set at
liberty.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Pittsburgh, July l4.-Sales of -four to-day
at 81 the receipts light and the demand falling
Oh. Wheat 80 to 65c; corn 81 TO Al oats
20; rye 40; rye -four SO Is. The river has
three feet water in the channel.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Impostors, A committee Of the Baptist church
at Palestine, Kinds county, Miss, give notice that
two men, named Gittis and Tannehill, protesting
to be preachers collecting funds, are ipos,ors The
public should look out for them
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
FACTS, NOT FABLES /!
DR. SCHWARTZE'S
~ Chrome Thermal Ague Pills, Y,
warranted TO cure in eight hours

DR. SCHWARTZE

#tE6 DIX. iSCHNVARTZE,S 8 n. ft&
-COMP0U .ND EXTRACT OFS.aR 9P.aRLLL.9
suiuble for every month in the year, wsrrante, to
ralieyo Rbeumatism, Bronchitis, scroiuls, Nsaragia,
constitutional effects Of Syphilis eruptve diseases,
and all others adsng from impurities Of the bloed
The above medicines may be had wholesale o,
retail tue propretors store Penn avenue, I'd door
east of Sd street, w sshiEgton City.
june23 colt 8a
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
FARE REDUCED!
WASHINGTON AND ALEXANDRIA

fs $50 tssaHaal BOAI. sNg
Passage Fee Cents-Freigh at Reduced rates.
q FL The departure Of tho steamer 10.
So * SEPH JOHNSON, will be- as nigh
as practicable, at the following hours, until further
notice. viz:
Leave Alexandra at r, 10, III, and AZ o'clock.
Leave Washington at 81, i. Il, 81, and 81
o'clock. WIN. H. NOVEL;, Captain.
apri! 20-dtf
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

~ The Muscogee Democrat says that four men
were shot on the 9Th inst. at Columbus, by man
named Harris-one, it is supposed, has received q
mortal wound. The affair had some connection with
an attempt TO Lynch Harris has fed.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

urea. Van zandt's Health Restora-
j j tive Pills is a medicine which not only cures
but prevents disease, capable of great results, and
equally calculated to be safely used for apparently
small ones. We all know how dreadful and dan.
gerous seated bilious disorder is, and we are also
well aware Of the seeming nsignifcance Of ifs first
warnings or incipiency. The individual suffering
from slight pains in his chest, back, or stomach or
from occasional nausea dull headache, extreme ner
vousness, seepessness, triHing prevarcation Of ap
petite, and other dsagreeable visitaons 10 c mmon-
ly and foolishly looked upon unimportant, may
not know that these symptoms, treated 80 contemp-
tuousy, are the consequences Of discussed state Of
the liver which if not remedied will lead either to
speedy death or long train Of unboarabe ills which
are known by the following names Hypochondria,
mania, dizziness, slow fevers, epilepsy, asthma,
dropsy, rheumatism, chlorasis commissions, nausea.
nervousness, crapms govt pourisy jaundice, rrita-
by, and violence, dyspepsia, Mysteries, scurvy, foul
stomach, dry coughs, gIanduar affections colds, lin
gerng sore throats, various dsorganizations of the
great intestine, structures and spasmodc complaints
internally eruptions shortness Of breath, heartburn,
neuralgia vital Inflammation, fatulence, gastric fe-
vers, &c. {sBy ~
Sometimes, too, there cnsues an irregular action
of the heart. Take these pills and suffer no more
WYATT q KETCHUM,
l2l Fulton 81, NJ. ~, General Agents and sold
by 81 CHARLES STOTT,
april 24--6mo.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
LIME! LIME! LIMEi
4An bushelH fresh burnt Lime for sale By
EOO U. WARD q SON,
at their Lumber Yard on 18th street.
nay2O
"A CARD.

Miss ANNA M. BECK would respectfully iu-
llI form the Ladies Of Washington that she i now
prep red with her Spring Stock to execute al erdes
in Millinery OF Mantua Making with neatness and
despatch. Residence Z street, opposite Rev. o. b.
Browns. april 2i-3m
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Taylor a Wing. The Baltimore Patriot publishes.
letter from some friends Of the old hero averring
that he is Wing all over. Proofs multiply.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Baltimore, July i5.-Flour IS So corn meal
t3-wheat ll0c.-corn % to Csc. bacon ~
TO lOc.--lard 95c.--sales Of Porto Rico sugar
S. 20 TO IS as moIasses 26 to 29c. 5g
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

~. YoRK, JuSE l5.-F Flour IS 62 to 81 II
wheat 10 TO l27c; corn sc 10 68c; rye 87cts.
The Britannia hour expected
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Maine. A Democratic Legislature Convention
at Augusta, Me-, on the 9th inst, nominated John
w. Dana, the present Governor. a. the candidate
for next year. Quick, this, on the trigger! Il
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

naints, Oils, and Paint Brushes, &C.
I The subscriber has just received a large and
fresh supply Of PAINTS, OILS, &C., partof which
are named below. They are guaranteed to DO pure
and good, and from the best manufactures All
persons wanting such articles would find il TO their
advantage TO call, as am determined to sell lower
than similar articles 10 got at any other place
in this city.
$50 kegs White lead
100 lbs. Chrome Green
40 lbs Chrome Yellow
30 lbs. Chrome Red
100 lbs. Pure Yerdegris
500 lbs. Red Lead and Lltharss
100 lis. Imperial Green
500 lbs. Venetian Red and SIP. Brown in oil
SOC lbs. Yelew Ochre in oil
100 lbs. Paris Green dry
SO lbs. do. do in oil
a large assortment Of Paint and Uhite Hash
Brushes.
400 lbs Lamp Black, dry and in oil
10 lbs Sp. Whiting
1850 lbs. Putty
200 Boxes of Window Glass, all sizes
8 bbls. Linseed Oil
+ bbls. Copal aud Japan ya1nish
bbls. Sp. Iurpentine
sa cask bleached Lamp Oil, at rs els pr. gall.
Also, PURE PINE OIL, received fresh fIom the
mandatory every week.
CHARLES STOTT, corner 7tl street
sprll 27--6mo and Penn. Av.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

PHILADELPHIA, JUNE l5.7-Flour IS 81 10
IS Is; corn 75c; P. Rico sugars Stole.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

4 1000 llbs Of Epson Salts
For sale by CHAS. STOTT.
Drug g. Apoth corner 18th & Ia ay.
may Fl If
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

Another Veto. It is said that The President has
pocheted the Resolutions Of tho Chicago Convention
asserting the whole power Of Congress over improve
ments Of the harbors aud rivers Of the U. States.
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16

MonE ANoN.-This is the signature Of the BaIti-
more Clippers Washington Correspondent. He
YIELDS the Turkish scmctar that will yet lei the light
ofday into the bodies Of the coruptionsts WELD
ing the energies Of the government. His recent
statement about the conversation that took place in
the Presidents House was pronounced by the Wash.
ington Union to be false. Hear him in reply. Spare
them not "More Anon"
"The conversation alluded 10 in my last letter not
only did occur ut the time and in the manner speci
fed, but the in mediate Of the Presidents
pilgrimage to the North. The opinions advanced
by one of the individuals present, which created
much angry discussion. were put forth in opposition
to onstrous sentiment to the effect that the Pros
ident with all the executive patronage at his COM
mand, could control any convention either for his
own immediate benefit that Of any friend be might
wish to be succeeded by-eyen 70 the putting aside
Of the hero Of Buena VISTA"
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
INSIDE VEyyITY.4.N WIyvDOTV
BLINDS.

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 fur, 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-scrcens and wide paper for curtains. very
cheap.
All work done on reasonable terms and with
promptness. l9
NIB. Old Blinds repaired and reprinted.
june23 I'm
ICE! ICE!! ICE!!
THE SUBSCRIBERS have on hand a largo sup
- ply Of pure Potomac Ice, which they will soil
at their Toulouse corner Of Maryland avenue and
Eleventh. street, for Twenty-Five cents per bushel
BIRD & GUNNELL.
N. B-ice delivered in any part Of the city at the
shortest notice. b. &c.
june 23--H,
The national whig. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1847-1847, 1847-07-16
}. STOUVENEL & Co,
No. % Gold street and No. 3 John street,
near Broadway,
IN wv " Ork.

N'a N Wv OTAs EaM
M MANUFACTURERS, WHOLESALE and
Iva RETAIL DEALERS In
CHINA. Glass, AND LAMPS.
for oil and lard.
Gas Fixtures Of every description, Solar and
Gas Lamps, Chandeliers, Brackets, Girandoles,
Candclabfas, &c. 's
Private houses, churches, and hotels, fitted up
with Gas, at great reduction in price, and al
articles warranted. s
complete assortment of the richest cut, press.
ed, and plain Glass constantly Oh hand.
All the above articles made TO order, and all
kinds OF Glassware matched 10 any pattern.
Lamps altered and repaired.
Goods loaned to parties.
Oil at wholesale and retail. aA8
New style Of Hall Lamps and Lanterns.
may 13--H