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regard to amendments proposed 10 the City
Charter, IL set forth.
Favorable mention is made Of public educs-
ton. The number Of pay scholars has been
found insuficienlto defray the expenses ofthe
system. II is supposed the Trustees viii make
report soon suggesting certain improvement
by which the system will be made efectuat
Washington Bible Society The |" Proceed
ings Of the Eleventh Anniversary Meeting Of
the Bible Society Of Washington City," Sea-
copy Of which has been laid upon our table.
furnish many interesting details in regard to
the operations of this useful association. tits
to the BIBLE alone that we can look for ade-
quate consolation amid the ills that flesh i heir
to and il were well for us, indeed, as people.
if its benign consultations were shed upon every
domestic circle in the country. Human phi
Iosophy, however refined and exalted, is insult
ficient to support US under the pressure of
bereavement, or against the fiery attacks 6f
passion. IL is TO the precepts set forth in the
Bible, only, that we can look with confidence
for thar comfort the birthplace Of which is
heaven, and which is TO endure when this
world and It's transitory scenes shall have
passed away. "A system is in progress by
which every family in the city, DESTROYS Of the
blessing of having a supply of the Bible, may
possess it, through the instrumen,aity Of the
Society and such funds as may be contributed
by those whose means can keeP.pacewhh their
benevolence. May heaven speed the cause.
say we. 49,. sss
Love BRrpGE. The Council have given
Dr.. Douglass 1900 to finish the Long Bridge
with.
STRANGE. A young man from Elkridge
was arrested few days ago on charge of steal.
ing watch and other articles from house
which men oughs not to visit. He gave bail
in his own check upon Baltimore bank he
being rich man. The check has not been
paid, and the youth is out Of precincts.
CoMMEEcEMErr. Yesterday, the annual
commencement Of Georgetown College took
place, and the pupils did great honor TO them
selves. Mr.. Polk was present, but did not. we
learn, deliver an address upon the employment
of the Catholic clergy as spies in foreign
war.
Mrs. Polk will return in q few days from
Tennessee.
Mr. WALKER has abolished the markers Of
fee and five inspectorships in the Philadelphia
custom-house. If we would abolish his own
Office he would confer benefit on the public.
The WEATHER. For the Information Of our
friends abroad, we tell them that to-day and
yesterday we have been enjoying November
weather. ssg Ell ss.ss
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Difficulty. A possibility with an obsta-
CITY A f f AIRS.
THE LANTERN ON THE CAPITOL.

MIR. Crutchett's work Of enlightenment al
the Capitol goes on bravely, SO far as prelimi
nary matters are concerned. II appeared 10 us,
on Saturday last, that the tubes intended 10
convey the fluid TO the different parts of the
building are put up, and the metal chamber
placed in the excavation made to receive it.
Among other things, our attention was parti
cularly drawn TO the timber intended TO supper,
the lantern, above the dome; and certainly q
preltier stick never left the forest: ninety>two
feet in length, and as straight as an arrow, this
beautiful specimen OF our country's growth
promises to bear the lantern aloft, and cause
its light 10 be seen far and near. We do mol
pretend 10 be sufficiently skilled in mechanical
matters TO venture judgment in the premises
but one or two things struck US very forcibly,
during our examination, which we may be
permitted to mention. As at present arranged,
the gas tubes are placed in groove on one
side Of the mast, and are covered by piece
Of thin plank, nailed TO the main piece Of
timber. Now the question suggests itself
whether this groove, on one side, will not
weaken the mast materially, and cause il To
warp. Might not the mast have been bored
through its centre, SO as TO afford ample &C
commodation for the tubes, and much more Z
If practicable, this boring would have had
many good effects. 1t would have lightened
the mast TO the extent Of a half, or at least a
third, oil its weight, without weakening il in
the slightest degree; as it is well ascerlained
fact that tube is stronger than solid rod Of
equal diameter. In the second place, j, would
have concealed the tubes, and given ventilation
10 the inside Of The timber; thus preventing it
being injured by rot. Of these good effects tn,
irs, named may probably be regarded as tn
most important. Without the means Of mea
suring the exact cubic contents Of the timber
we can form no accurate estimate; but W
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MAYORS ANNUAL MESSAGE.

We insert for the information Of our readers
the following prominent features Of the Mes
sage Of his Honor, Mayor Seaton. the docL-
ment itself being too voluminous for insertion
at this time.
II appears that the whole number if build.
ings in the city is 5765, making, if we allow
q to each house, an entire population Of
81, 500 nearly double the census OF 1880.
The amount Of property in the city belong
ing to the Government and consequently not
subject to taxation, IS 81 22,S
His Honor "unIes as his opinion that the
National Government will ere long contribute
its fair proportion to the improvement Of the
Metropolis-no,s rerrons.
The assessment OF the present year shews
an increase Of 100000 making total Of
$l2, 1903 500 the tax on which is $92, 277 which
added to the general fund from licenses makes
the total revenues $l22,2H.
All the debts outstanding, from excessive
appropriations during the two previous years
have been paid off, and there is a balance in
the Treasury of $1,000.
The amount of appropriations in the various
wards for works not executed is $l0,59i.
The amount Of the funded debt on the LIST
Of July last was 1921, LAO.
There was an increase Of receipts in the
Treasury last year ever the previous Of $23,
600.
A graduation in the amount charged for Ii
censes is recommended.
The sum total of inmates Of the Washington
Asylum was 1876, of whom SO were non resi-
dents, l27 were discharged and 20 died, leaving
a balance of 40 ia the establishment on the
30lh Of June last.
A provision for what are called "out door"
poor is recommended.
The number of persons in the Penitentiary
during the year ending on the 3oth Of June
1S47, was $50, Of whom 800 served out their
time, eloped or deceased, leaving Al in the
house at the above date. The total expense
for the year was $S,92S.
His Honor submits the propriety of contrib>
W INC ouppoit VI hiC Stiy lloSptdt.
The receipts on the western section Of the
city canal during The last year increased nearly
one fourth over those Of the preceding. A re-
ductiou is recommended in the width Of the
canal between 9Th and 18th streets.
The iron bridge on Maryla land avenue is said
10 have stood the tests 10 which it has been
subjected.
The engines and fire apparatus are reported
in good order, the appropriation of $l5o5 for
new hose having proved sufficient.
Reference is made TO the Mayors late com
munca,ion asking assistance TO enable the
Commissioners Of Public Buildings to complete
the repairs Of the long bridge.
A committee reported lavorably on the pro
prie,y OF purchasing the bridges over the East
ern Brunch with a view 10 make them free
but it was deemed proper to postpone de6niu
action in the matter until the next session.
4 The action Of the Mayor and Committee il
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Royal Bank Of Piety-The following is the
substance Of document which has been. for
some years, posted in the Catholic Churches Of
Madrid: " The sacred and royal bank Of piety
has, since its foundation in 1871, TO November,
1926. delivered from purgatory l,039, 1896 souls,
and II ,402 souls from November, 1926 to No
vember, 1927" The entire sum expended for
this object amounts TO more than folly-three
millions Of francs. The number Of masses
said to accomplish this work Of piety has been
558,62l. Consequently each soul has cost be-
tween eight and nine-tenths OF mass, and
thirly>eight francs.
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TIE RIO GRANDE NEWS.

Our advices from Brszos is TO the 18th inst
The Rio Grande has again become navigable.
The Camp Of Instruction al Mier was rapidly
filing up. The Reynosa people Were alarmed
al threatened attack Of Urea upon them, and
a company Of our troops had been landed to
protect The town. Several bodies ofthe enemy
had been seen on the banks of the river; their
object is, doubtless, to waylay our trains. A
gang Of robbers, headed by an American, has
been broken up by the American forces. Cara
vajal was also lowering about Maiamoros.
Company B, Of the 18th inf, Call yirgnans, }
commanded by Lieut. Cluller, had reached
Miel, all well. Col. Hays, at San Antonio,
was recruiting his new regiment at last dates
very slowly. A Mexican near Matamoros had
been la-iated, or caught with moose thrown
around his neck, and choked to death by our
people: he was engaged in preparing TO STAN
rede or run off some of our horses. The story
about a Massachusetts man having stabbed a
Mexican woman, is false, the woman having
been killed by her husband. in a fit Of jealousy.
The Mexican magistracy in Malamoros has
all been suspended, and American justices Of
the peace appointed: The 10Th regiment, under
Colonel Temple, occupies Matamoros. turns
out that Gen. Gushing was really walking with
a Mexican Senorita, when he fell and broke
his leg Only three soldiers died at Matamoros
in all The month of June. No news from Gen
Taylor.
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II is suggested, that, as all the Democrats
who have served under Taylor have returned
Taylor Wings, Mr.. Polk would do well to
send them all hereafter TO Scott, and none but
Wings to Old Zach. The better plan would
be, we think, for the President to send none
but Democrats to Mexico. In that event, nei-
Their Taylor nor Scott would have any chance
to win battles or popularity.
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IELEGRAPHIC.

RICHMOND, July 70, 8 a. m.
The New Orleans papers Of the 2ist are al
hand. The Steamer Day had arrived from
Vera Cruz. No news from Gen. Scott Gen.
Taylor was at Walnut Springs, and Gen.
Wool at B1ena Vista.
Urea was at Victoria al last dates. Valen>
cia was at San Louis Potosi with 5000 regulars
on his way 10 the Capitol to join Santa Ana
to resist General Scott. Every thing looked
war TO the knife so far as heard from.
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Sale this Day.
AUCTION SALES.
BY Al. GREEN, Auctione er.

VALUABLE HOUSES AND BUILDING
v LOTS AT AUCTION. --On Monday, the
26th instant, / shall SELL on the premses, comm@c-
A.. ing at 8 o'clock, p. NJ, one good Two Story
lil FRAME HOUSE, with garrett; and the Lot
on which i stands; being Lot No. ~ in square
400, fronting 80 feet on 9th street. between street
and New York avenue, and running back to . wide
alley There is good back building to the house.
and all conveniently arranged.
Also, three Two Story Frame Houses, fronting
on Massachusetts avenue, between and 9TH Streets
The flag viii designate the houses. $500
Also, one Lot on 9Th street near the cornss of
Massachusetts avenue, fronting % feet.
Also, Two Story Frame House and Lot.
fronting on Massachusetts, avenue, between 4th aud
9Th Streets in square Sic. s $500 aik
The sale will commence on the first named
property. sefs
Terms: one third cash; balance in six, nine,
twelve, eighteen. and twenty four months. Al deed
given and deed Of trust taken. Title indisputabe.
or The above sale is postponed in conseq ience
Of the rain until Wednesday, the 2sth inst -saiae
hour. IA. GREEN, Auciioneer.-
July 27--2t s ..s
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The Washington steamship, now on its way
from Bremen for New York, has on board a
considerable number Of Poor Sisters Of the
Schools, from Germany. These religious,
who are full Of zeal, and of the true spirit Of
their self denying and lowly vocation, are bound
for the German colony Of 81. Mary's Penn,
where il is their intention TO form a mother
house Of their congregation. under the special
direction Of the Father Redemp,ionists.
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0o- We have no blows for our fiends''-
says the Editors of the Cincinnati Gazette. II
this beso, are we 10 consider ourself your
friend, after that article Of yours in the Gazette
of the 7lh instant, against the National Wing,
and in favor Of Democrolic opponent whom
we had handled without miltens?
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o. The Editor OF the Washington Union
says, that be has no idea how far he has ad-
vanced in the maximum of profitable occupa
tons. Fortunate public man Unfortunate
public Treasury!!
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o. Towns or Clinch is the issue now in
George ys a Democratic paper in that
State. True, and the Wings intend TO drive
il home and clinch il!
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The Pensacola Live Oak considers Mr..
Westcott to be an "erratic star" Mr.. Wesl-
colt ought to be very thankful for this acknow-
edgement Of his quondom Democratic friend
for il is something TO be star even if it be an
cratic one!
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Mn. PETTIr. opponent Of public pray
er in Legislative Halls at the public expense
has met with an accident which will confine
him to his bed for several weeks. While
riding in Buggy near West Point, Indiana,
few days ago, the horse took fright, ran away,
threw over the buggy, tossed Mr.. P. out
and his leg was broken by the fall.
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As President, ! know no party"-sald
Mr.. Polk when he was in New York. Out Of
t,oelDe Generals whom he has taken from the
walks Of civil life. not one is Whig!!
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Bryan Mulanphy, Mayor Of ST. Louis, re-
moved from the night watch an officer by the
name Of Kick, wherupon Mr.. Kick kicked his
worship very severely through the public
press!
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Earth is eaten as bread in several parts Of the
world. Near Moscow, hill furnishes earth
Of this description, which will ferment when
nn;xed with four
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90 The Nashville Orhopolitan asks whether
it is right TO examine the acts Of public men 2
Every public man in The Union says, Yes,
except Mr. Polk. who agrees, thatil is perfect
ly right-if he is excepted
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A Democratic Editor somewhere in the
North has been inditing verses. Here is a
stanza from his Democratic muse.
All hail to the land where freedom was born,
All hail TO the land where daddy hoed corn,
He stuckd the hoe into the ground,
Pulled it out and no corn he found.
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WHO WANTS A LOT OF GROUND
w AT "A CHEAP PRICE!--The subscriber

w HO WANTS A LOT OF GROUND
w ATA CHEAP PRICE!--The subscriber
has divided his farm and laid of tract Of about 40
acres into lots Of from one two FOUR and sir acres
each, which ne will sell at low prices and on easy
terms, so that i may be within the means Of any
person 10 purchase one, and thereby to secure 10
himself and family homestead. These lots
handsomely situated in very healthy Iocation..on
public road, about II miles from the Navy Yard
Bridge. on the east side Of the Anacosta river.
The soil is well suited for garden purposes or tho
cultivation OF fruit trees and several excellent springs
OF water are near to them. There is also sufficient
wood on each Of the lots to enclose them and timber
in abundance can be had in the ncighborhood TO
erect any building OF very low price.
Those wishing to purchase, will do well 10 apply
soon, as they can have choice OF location, &c.
Also, for sale, one-story log DWELLING
HOUSE, with as much land Is 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 70
q. Al. SAGE,
Near the Good Hope Tavern, d. q.
July Aft
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1t. Slaughter OF the End Tennessee Regi,
ment is out against Gen. Pillow and takes
another handful Of feathers out of his ticking.
The General will not have feather left, if
his opponents continue picking at him in this
way.
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Or The Steubenville Herald. speaking Of
the Trenton Taylor letter, calls for "litlle
more grape" Of the "same sort" for the Demo-
Gratis. Mercy; friend Herald, pursue not a.
flyng foe +!
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Vey Good-A gentleman residing at the
west part Of the city, says the Boston Times,
who had been very much ANNOYED by peddlers,
had placed upon his door the following notice,
" Peddlers and Thieves are requested not 10
ring the bell, as the occupant Of this house de-
clines dealing with them.
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Miss Pardoe's Louis XIV and the Court of
France has also reached second part, which
is issued by the Harpers almost before any one
had found time to read the other. The LoE-
don Athen@um says:
"The reign Of Louis XIV may be said 10
include all that was interesting in the seven
teenth century.-Frederic the Great, in sober
earnesiness, declared that the .petticoat his
tory Of the seventeenth century remained to
be written" We rejoice that the task has
been undertaken by lady since TO feminine
agencies engaged be at all Ineligible"
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CITY LUNCH,
PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE,

DETwEEN OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
Id streets.--Just received very superior Sea TUT
tie which win be served up tomorrow in soup, steaks
etc. ETC.
N. B.-Fsmilies supplied at the shortest notice,
and on the most pleasing terms
" 20 q FREDERICK LAKEMEYER.
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ATATCHESl MATCHES !--One hundred and
lu fifty Gross Of Golsh's and DonnelIy's fricsioni
Matches. Just received and for sale at manufactu-
rers prices, by ri L. WHEELER.
july a7--st Penn. ave, near 9Th street
NToTICE.--The temporary partnership formed
IN between myself and John ". Shields is this day
dissolved. st C. l.. GILLGREST
July 27---3t .
NOTICING JoHN v. SHIELDS has no further
IN connection with the National Wing. -ss
CHAS. w. FENTON.
July 27-I Proprietor.
THE PLUMBE NATIONAL DAGUERREAN
GALLERY,
Concert Hal, Penn. ap., ouer 1odds Hat Store.
TWO PATENTS GRANTED UNDER The GREAT
SEAL OF THE UNITED STATES.
A WARDED THE GOLD and Silver Medals,
"A four first premiums, and two highest honors,
at the National, the Massachusetts,, the New ork,
and the Pennsylvania exhibitions for the most spen-
did colored Dsgueneotypes and best apparatus.
CT Portraits taken in any weather, in the most
exquisite style. 'sts sSa''
Apparatus and Stock wholesale and retail.
Instructions given in the art
july 27-3m bs4
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Mr.. WALKER has abolished the marker of
flee and five inspectorships in the Philadelphia
custom-house. If we would abolish his own
Office he would confer benefit on the public.
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The WEATHER. For the information Of oul
friends abroad, we tell them that to-day and
yesterday we have been enjoying Novembel
weather. ss,4 Y Il sssaas
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Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1847-08-05
A CARE

nDJ. v. MATTISoN respectfully announ-
~ ces SO the people of Stroudsbufg aud vlcih-
iy, hat he has permanently located al Sllonds-
burg, for the purpose Of practising medicine
where he hopes by strict attention and great
care 10 n.er, the patronage of those who may
employ him. DR.. NJ. also takes this method
of informing those who are afflicted wi'h DIS
eases of long standing, that he has, for a few
years past devoted much time and ali=niion, and
has had ample opportunity, such as only hos
piial affords, ofiGs 'isaing diseases OF a chron
ic character, and he iauers himself that those
calling upon him Iaboring under this class OF
disease will NEE. with prompt and Immediate
relief.
He will be found at his room al the Mansion
House. ready to consult with those who may
favor him with call al all hours when not ab-
sent on professional busines.
June "a, l8i7.--tf
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1847-08-05
MANSION HOUSE.
Mrs. Margaret Eagles

Begs leave respectfully TO inform her old friends
and the public generally tha, she has taken the
above establishment, which has been, and is
now being, fitted up upon the most approved
plan, for the accommodation of strangers and
travellers.
The long experience which she has had in
the business Of keeping hotel or public house,
in connection with the favorable location and
commodiousness of the Mansion House, she
hopes will afford sufficient guarantee to Sc.
cure liberal patronage. Persons visiting town
on business or pleasure excursions, will fnd a
comfortable, convenient and quiet home. Ju-
rors and others attending Court are invited TO
call, and satisfy themselves. Strangers from
the city, or elsewhere, who contemplate spend
ing some time in the beautiful and retired vii
lage of Sroudsburg, will do well by making the
above house their home during their stay here
in short, all are invited TO CALL
Transient and steady boarders, by the day
or week, accommodated upon the most reason
able terms.
Stroudsburg, April l, SAT.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1847-08-05
BEST OFFER YET MADE.
A Life Size Portrait of Gen. TayIor

Iacenty- eight inches aide By thirty inches long,
COLORED. will be given as premium 10
any person forwarding So in advance for one
years subscription TO Godey's Lady Book.
or any person in arrears for one or more years,
by forwarding The money dne, and one wear in
advance, will also be entitled 10 copy.
The cnly correct likeness of General Tapgor eueg
gtcen TO the american public.
This Portrait is pronounced by The press a
work Of arl that has never. been exceI!ed, and
for its faihfuIness as likeness the following
testimony is offered:
New York, May. ls47.
We, the undersigned, officers of the u States
Army, being personally acquainted with Gen.
Taylor. consider the above Porrai, to be cor.
rect likeness.
J. P Morrison, Capt. 4,h Reg', Infantry
r. A. Luther, Capt. I'd Reg't Artillery.
+ Hamilton, Major 10th Infantry.
J. M. Folls, Surgeon u s. Navy
w Sydney Smith, Is, 1t lst. Artillery.
d. g. Rogers, lst Ii, ID Dragons
A. Eowd, Capt. ID Artillery
A. Myers, ID Lieut.. 5,h Infantry.
The above certificate is sent with every por-
trait. Address
L. A. Cooley, Philadelphia
July %, lS47.