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Office, No. g. Union Buildings directly under the Union
Office, Wilmington, ID. e.,
TTENDS the prosecution OF claims before Congress
IA and the various departments of the Pen
sons and bouny-land warrants particularly attended
Bountyand purchased and sold. The heirs and
legal representatives of the officers and of John Paul
Joness squadron in 79 will find it be their inere
apply Mr. D., he having the rolls of the Bon Homme
Richard and Alliance and tell glance tcho and
cho entitled share in the Denmark prizes. Per
abroad who desire business be attended to by Mr.
will be required in all pay postage and enclose
a retaining fee of IS.
generally
Mar 23-ly, Intel
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TOWARDS Supreme Court Reports, vol. 9th, be-
i II ingf for anua term lSN8.

IJOWARD'S Supreme Court Reports, vol. 9th, be-
IL ing for January term, 1875;
Also psie OF The in vols for sale low.
Smiths Leading Cases, vols.
Hare and Wallace's American Leading Cases, vols.
Jarman on Wills-Perkinss Amer lean edition, vols.
Coyer Partnership, from the second English edition,
with additions by ]. C. Perkins-l84s vol.
Digest of the Maryland Reports. BY Norris Brown, and
bruno; yDL att-T
Tstes Digest of the Virginia Reports, vols.
fuckers Commentaries OF the Laws of Virginia. vols.
Holcombs Digest of the Decisions oil the Supreme Court,
vol -el r
and other Courts Of the United Sta vols-66 Price
reduced TO 81 So
United Digest of the Decisions of the OF
Common Law and Admiralty In the United States vols.
BY Meicaif, Perkins. Curtis, and Putnam.
United States Statutes at Large, vols.
just received and for sale al low prices.
Oct Is +. TAYLOR.
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LUsBY 4 DUvALL, Merchant TaiIors,

LAVE Just received, of the latest portatons, splen-
did assortment of fashionable fall and winter goods,
consisting of French and English cloths cassmeres and
vengs which they will make up order, in their usual ec-
giant style, low goods of similar quality be
bought in this any of the northern cities.
Also received, and for sale very moderate prices, gen.
tcmens silk, Merino and cotton shirts and drawers fine
musIn Shirts suspendeTs, gloves, kandke rchies
stocks, umbrellas, hosiery, Ic.
Our friends and the public respectfully invited give
a CALL Oct3
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JNRENCH and Spanish Languages.-J. MEIERE, late
L. professor United States navy, Yale College, &c.
specially acquants the citizens OF Washington
plates giving instruction in the above languages
as well in the English to foreigners.
Prof Meiere haers himself that his reputation as an in
is well established here require particular
references
For terms, Sc addrcs NJ, the book stores of Mesrs
Franck Taylor, Taylor Msury, and Fischer or at his
residence at Mrs Williams opposite Mr. Franck Tsyiors
tennsyivan1a avenue Nov. S-u
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TUST RECEIVED direct from tho Island of ST. Thomas,
y per brig Annalostin, Capt Dorry lot of the finest
genuine turtle brought to this market which
will served up daily in soup, and all the various modes
of cookery and in the best possible style Also from Nor
folk fresh oysters spiced OYSTERS sheepshcad mackere
hoghsh &c. &C.. all Of which will be served up
shortest notice. a' '-r
o. Families served usual
Aug l8-6 w. WALKER
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\ ms. oARnIsGToS, formerly of Richmond, Va,

Mrs. DARLINGTON, formerly OF Richmond, Va,
lVl having the invitation of the taken charge
of the Presbyterian high school for young ladies' in Louis
vile, begs TO present its claims to her former friends ana
the hope that change of location will not prevent
them from ntrusng their daughters her Mrs. @. has
found louisville than she led to expect and INC
people Jealous in the of education and she humby
trusts that the institution she assisting found may be-
come blessing TO the community for years TO come.
The heathness OF the city, and the easiness OF access 10
il from the south and southwest, indicate it the very
place for school OF high character and neither pains nor
expense will be spared to place beside the best IN
the Union
Mrs. Darlington will receive limited number Of board
ers, who will be as daughters in her family.
Sept 30-d3m
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WTHATMANs Letter, Note, and Despatch Papers. =
small supply of the above writing papers superior
In quay to anything the advertiser has in Washing
ton, is just imported direct from England, BY
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SNOLDIERS CLAImS--Francis A. Dickins offers his
- services in procuring the settlement OF claims of SOL
diers in the late with Mexico In ordinary his
charge will be for procuring land warrant scrip
pension certificate, So Tor pay, mileage clothing, &c,
49, If the bc under $50 If over that sum- 10 per
cent? for three months extra 81 All letters must be
postpaid
Mr. f. A. Dckns's office is at his residence street.
between 18th and 18th streets.
Oct 6-d2m
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DR. sAnnNe,s BODY snAcE.-rhou..nd. Of per

TNH. BANNIN0'S BODY BRACE.-Thousands of DER
IL so, afflicted by pulmonary affections, dyspepsia con-
spaton and various degrees OF local general debility,
adapted TO numerous ailmen'. prevalent the SOUTH
lounge droop, both la children and adults BY res,or.
ing the form erect posture, enarges the chest
that the subject breathcs esr and easier and thus
conracons the chest with attendant affections the
heart and lungs sounteraced and full play Is given
the organs of respiration.
The brace may be had in this city by applying to Mrs
Baldwin who vii! be in attendance at all times over the
store OF Mr. Peter Brennc tailor doors below street.
on the north side OF Pennsylvania gentleman
pose.
Applications for single braces, from a distance also
for patent may likewise be directed to Dr. Bannngs
ofacc, 4S7i Broadway, New York.
Dr. Banning can refer. IL desired, Of tho most
eminent professors OF medical and surgical science in
and gentlemen in this city and other parts of The country
Oct 16--ly
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rJyO GENrLEMEN who shave thsusslvss.-S PAR
KER would particularly call the attention of persons
who Ave his strops which
certainly supcrsedes tho necessity for the home
have hvdrcds Of citizens testify TO the value
strop dressing IL does restore the daest to
fine, smooth edge no charge will be made
few good rnxors and strops, and a lot OF excellent
shaving ~u~p & For sale 1t 8. PARkER'S,
rsrfumery and Fancy Store
Oct Il tt NN.fi' near BlaekwePs Hotel
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CHOEs, shoes, shoes IA HOOVER & SON have
~ hand of the largest and best escorted
OF boots and shoes offered in this MARKET to which
they would respectfully call the their custom
and the public comprising every variety, quality, and
price 70. ladies'. misses children, men, boys youths and
servants. We enumerate in part
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LIVERY who wants CRrpetinK can lind Mt our
T. store an article suit have every possible grade
and style on hand. We have
Rich tapestry velvet
Rich velvet administer
Rich tapestry Brussels
Rich medium do
Superior and medium Brussels
Brussels stair
Tapestry do
Extra snperfne three-ply
Usual quality do
Extra super ingram
Usual quality do
Fine ingram, common do
Cotton Competing, list do, rag do
Twled and plain venetians
Rugs of all prices and styles
Door mats, NC.
Having 80 much larger stock Of carpetng than any other
house south of New York, unhesitangy say all in
of carpets they do better with us man elsewhere
Call and see. u. CLAGEII W.
We have large assortment OF stair rods, all sizes and
prices which will sell much below the usual prices.
Oct. Is
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TOAN r. STALLINGS, successor g. p. Hengstack,
81 respectfully informs his friends and public
ay that has taken the weknown shop formerly occu
pied by c. where he will be happy receive orders
Tor painting and promises the possible
manner.
July 30-eod6
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.xN~A FOR BALTIMORE.-The steamer OCEO.
Skzzs&Gs LA WILL on the LIST OF October commence her
trips TO the above place. leaving Washington every Sunday
at o'clock, a. m returning, leave Baltimore every Tues
day, at O'Clock, p She will stop regularly going and
returning at Leonard,own, Nd St. Mays river Md and
Cone river Va and at all the Intermediate landings the
Potomac. Tor signals or to land.
Oct. l-3awt ]. MITCHELL. Captain.
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FTfiE written signature the only safeguard against
countcrfcifs-The public attention is invited aud par
tcular referred to the advertisement setting forth the new
style of labelling, and the putting up oil Dr. Beckwts anti
dyspeptic and dinner pills Also that OF Dr. Dyots ap
proved an-biliou, pills; both of which, it may be seem
protected from being countoreited. by the only sale
guard be depended uponhc OF the
propretors on the label OF each box of pills.
Ali others which may be Iced for sale by unprncped
surely base countercits, and viii be rejected
such. The pills that in the hands Of persons who
purchased tho genuine have all been exchanged for such
as have the written signature of the proprietor
Tho sole agency for the sale OF Beckwi's antdyspepe
and Dyots antbiious pills, is vested in the hands OF
W. Dyo,t Sons, of the Columbian College, No 1872 Norm
Second street, Philadelphia, who will any orders
for the
Druggists and all Wholesale dealers who wish to be fur
nished with tho genuine pills, will hes upped the mos
iberal terms, by applying as above. May 2l-u
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r TOUSEKEEPING GOODs.-The subscribers have Just
III received complete assortment Of the following arti-
Giles, viz;
1914 la, and I24 linen sheetings
IA, 4, "a, and 1914 damask, for table cloths
Satin danask napkins
Towellings ofevery description
Table and piano covers
Cotton shcetngs, all widths
White quilts, blankets of every quality and size
Curtain materials, styles, with all the necessary
trimmings and fixtures, &c.
Also daily expected, per New York packet, importan
additions present stock of Brussels, tapestry, and
grain carpetings, rugs printed dYgets, &c all of which
will be offered very low for cash, dealers
Sept 80 --.H +. H. HUE " Co
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SCHOOL BOOKS copies ~ the best additions
- selected with great care purchased exclusively at cash
prices, and for sale At extremely limited advance
Sept6 +. TAfLOh.
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,rNh FOR NORFOLK.-The OCEOLA leaves
sSs5a~n- Washington every Thursday, at O'Clock, a.
m returning, leaves Norfolk every Friday, O'Clock, p.
M touching al Cone river going and returning Passage
and faro So. J. MITCHELL, Captain.
Oct. l-eou
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FAMILY Servsnts' blankets, Of every size aud
quality in store, and will be SOLD cheaper than
ever by Z. II. hOOE az co.
Nov, l4-3wif
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JNvARlEs and Pocket Memorandum Books Ie49
- of every variety. TAYLOR ~ MAURY,
Dec New Bookstore, near 9th St
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WILL BE- opened at Kings lace to-day MON
w day. good and cheap of shawls, collars
coiarets, black silk ffinges, &c. consisting Of
Black embroidered shawls, at SO so worth $l2 90
Thibot do 90 do 10 %
Drab do $50 do %
Plaid silk scarfs 37h do 62A
do rs do o.
Black lace collars lS2 do 37h
Do silk cravats at t,r 20
Also excellent assortment of genlemons guernsey
.hirs and drawers, cheap and good Ladies' aud
drawers to match.
All of tho above articles will be sold cheap they
bought at auction. Oct. n
CPLENDID Fail and Winter Goods-The subscribers
- now daily receiving full and general assortment,
OF the elegant French, English and India fancy goods
we'll rs the complete stock Of staple and useful
tices before offered to their friends having taken
than usual in making their selections from the
recent importations Of New York and Philadelphia In
dress goods we name
rs pieces of fancy silks, styles
Is do French cash. d Ecosse, very rich
81 do Scotch do very cheap
IL do black boiled gro dc rhines silks
10 do do plain and striped Pekin silks
70 DO real French merinos, every shade
o do damask satin de chine, entirely new
do broche Paris acyones, also entirely
s do satin striped tyrenne, do
30 do styles mousselnos de laine
Is do high co,ored polka muslns
do Al rich colored velvets, for vses, &c.
30 do white and coorsd Grape shawls, very cheap
Together with general of every article
line. "a Il p. II. HOOE 81 co.
Sept Is
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MOURNING Letter and Note-psper and envelopes.
lNl TAYLOR " MAUkY,
New Book and Stationery store, near 9Th street.
Nov. q -.
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~ pany of New York, office No. 35, Wall street. Ht.
This institution, during the month OF October, ISSUED
.,i..,t -i,.on NJ olicies-
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1848-03-18
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,.

The SPEAKER laid before the House message from the
President OF the United States, transmitting copy Of the
Constitution of State Government formed by people Of the
Territory of Wisconsin, convention assembled
of an act Of Congress entitled An enable the people Of
men for the admission Of such State into the Union approx
ed August g. 1876 also, The documents accompanying the
Constitution which transmitted by the President Of the
Convention TO the President Of the United States Referred
10 the Committee ON Territories
BILLS INTRODUCED.
by Mr.. HALL, of New York bill concerning costs in
civil suits and proceedings in the Of the United States
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
BY Mr.. HOUSTON, Of Alabama A bill to cede to the
State OF Alabama the public lands lying within the limits Of
said State for purposes Of education Referred to the Com
ynice on Public Lands.
BY Mr.. INGE A hill for the relief Of John b Smith
and Simeon DarJen Referred to the Committee Of Claims
BY Mr.. rOMPKtNss A bill "a copy Of the tile of which
was not obtained
NOTICES OF BILLS.
Notices of motions for leave Introduce bills were given
follows.
BY Mr. CJMMINS: OF bill declaraory Of the rights az
naurazed citizens Of the United States and TO secure and
protect thc in the peaceful and enjoyment of their
rights against the acts and influence Of foreign Governments
and their Diplomatic agents
BY Mr.. WICK; or bill to prohibit the importation Of
slaves into the District Of Columbia with certain exceptions
by Mr. HALL, of New York or bill TO provide for
obtaining and annual statements Of The inter-
Pal trade and co nmercc Of The United States
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1848-03-18
THE WEEKLY NATIONAL INrELLIGENcER.

The subscription price of this paper for year Is THREE
DoLI AIRS payable in advance.
For the long Sessions Of Congress averagng egh. monhs
the price will be Two Dcias for the short Sessions One
DolarlPer copy.
reduction Of 20 per one-h Of the full charge
will made any who shall order aud pay for at one
time five copies of Weekly paper; and like reduction
Of VI per cent Tor oneurh OF the full charge to any
who will order aud pay for ut time ten copies
No accounts being kept for this paper it will not be for
arded TO any unless paid Tor in advance sent any
hnger than the time for which it is SO paid for.
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psxs,ox orrtcr. MAncu q fsis.
DECLARATIoN

Ia order 10 obtain the benefits Of lie act of Congress Of Feb
ruury .. s4s, entitled "An act making further p,ori
SION for surriuig ido,os and soldiers Of The Revolution
SrArE, TEnRIronr, ON DisrRIer,2
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THIRTIETH CONGRESS.
Extracts from the Business Proceedings.
In SENATE.

The VICE PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the FOL
lowing letter
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law"
Mr.. THOMPSON moved the previous question.
Mr. FRIES moved to lay the resolution the table, which
motion decided in the affirmative Yeas SO, nays 6s.
Mr.. vENABLE giving notice of his intention debate
The resolution, il was laid under the rule.
Mr.. GOGGN offered the following preamble and resou-
lion, which were read and agreed 10;
Whereas the volunteers engaged for period during the
with Mexico required 10 perform the service,
undergo the harshps and in most respects the
footing with the regular enlisted soldiers Of the army
and whereas the said volunteers have greatly distinguished
themselves heretofore efficient branch of the
vice In Order therefore, TO promote the enrolment Of voun-
in future, if such shall be needed we'll provide
for such in service
Resolpcd That the Committee Military Affairs be in.
structed to inquire into the propncty of allowing the
unecs in the rervce who may DO hereafter enrolled
The bounty the clothing, and other advantages
without regard pay, allowed soldiers enistng
in the regular army.
On motion OF Mr.. CHASE,
Resoired, That the Committee Military Affairs be re-
qucsed 70 inquire into the proprey Of reporting bill
this House providing for compromising the volunteer mounted
troops for the loss Of horses toe Mexican war; follows
|. Horses dying for want Of forage.
2. Stolen by Mexcans in the enemys country.
q Taken from the and appropriated to the service
Of the United States officers whereby the were de-
prved of their use, SC. f
4. Lost in transportation from Tampco Vera Cruz or in
landing at Vera Cruz.
s. Compensation for the Of horses Of which the owners
deprived by order Of the United States whereby the vo
oneer lost his horse, well the pay Of mounted man.
and reduced TO The rank Of infantry.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1848-03-03
CHEAP GOODS,

MIIE subscribers are now ready TO serve those
who will favor them with their custom, at the
former moderate prices which Goods have been
sold atby the old establishment of Mr.. B. F. Mitch
ell. They respectfully invite purchasers TO call
and examine their stock, as :hey are determined
to make it object to buyers to trade with them
Their stock consists in part as follows:
GROCERIES,.
Coffee at wholesale and retail,
Sugar
Moiosses "
Tobacco and Soap
with variety of other articles to complete fami-
ly Grocery.
DRY GOODS.
Cassimeres, Satncts, Kentucky Jeans, Flannels
CaIicn's, Muslin DeLanes, b!eached and unbleach.
ed HOmespuns, Shawls, Handkerchiefs, &c. &c.
HATSund CAPS.
Fur, Wool, Silk. and Straw Hats, approved pat
terms, with variety of mems and boys fashiOna
lie Caps.
CROCKERY WARE.
Plates assorted, Dishes, Bowls, Cups and Saucers
and other useful articles.
Cutlery, Hard and Hollow Ware.
Knives & Forks, Pocket Knives, Drawing Knives
Scissors, Needles and Pins, Augurs, Planes Files
Hinges, Locks, Screws, Axes, Hatches, Roun
SLAVES, Spades. Pots, Ovens, Skillilts, &c. &c
with many articles to complete Our stock, too NJ
rnerous to mention. All of which will be sold lov
for cash, or produce of the right kind.
COWAN & MOTT.
Jan %, l84S--[20-f
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Beware Of Slight Colds.

A I this season we may expect sudden chan n,
& ges of-the weather and every person should
be provided with bottle of DR.. Swayne's syrup
of Wild Cherry-it will cure any cough OF coiu
in few days Remember the only agent III
Wilmington, is VIM. SHAW, Druggist wEo mas
for sale Pease's HOarhound Candy French IuJu-
Wassa an" sup FSI1F? Which will be
sweet Oil Alcohol, English Mustard, Extract
Lemon and Vanilla, for pies, custards, &c. Mace,
Nu.megs, Ginger-powdered and root, Cinnamon
Gloves. AIIspice and Pepper. A large supply Of
Walls and Furniture Bottles of latest patterns.-
Wide-mouth Jars, suitable for Pickles or Pre-
serves, at the Old Stand Drug Store.
Nov. l9, lS47. VIM. SHAW.
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1NHE subscriber thankful for past favors and
~ respectfully soliciting a continuance Of ,ba
same, would beg leave to call public attention r.
his splendid. hew, and well assorted stock ~
GOODS, consisting of Black, Blue, and Brown
French and English Cloths, super6ne French and
English Doeskin Cassimeres, splendid assert.
ment of Fancy Cassimeres and Fancy Plaid Yes.
tings, all Of the ne,Uest and most Fashionable
styles. A large assortment of Gents Shirts
Stocks, Scarfs Cravas, and other articles too mn.
merous to enumerate. new style of Drawers
surprising anything of the kind ever offered to the
public in this market. A very superior article Of
"Saxe Gotha" Cloth, suitable for business coats
and every days wear. A very superior assert.
ment of Cloaking, &c, &c.
Gentlemen in the Army, or Navy, or Militia
officers who may favor the subscriber with their
orders, will find them promptly attended to and
well executed. He feels warranted in saying So
inasmuch as that after his experience in fitting out
the N. c.. Regiment and its officers, that he has
no hesitation in promising entire satisfaction Or.
ders from any part of the State thankfully receiv,
ed and promptly attended to. CHAS. BARR.
N. B.--A good assortment of Ready made ClO-
thing always on hand.
Oct Is. 1S47.
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FRESH DRUGS.
MEDICINES, &c.

@s + II E subscriber has returned
~ from the North with a we'll selected
a8EM stock of Drugs Medicines, Paints, Oils,
"a Perfumery, &c, which he offers to sell
on the most accommodating terms, and at the
lowest possible prices. His stock of Drugs, &c,
cannot be surpassed. His stock of Purfumery is
well worthy a call. consisting of fancy and plain
Soaps, German and French COiognes, Hair, Tooth
and Nail Brushes, Combs Shaving Soaps, and a
general variety of articles in the line.
PATENT MEDICINES.
His stock embraces all the leading Patent Med
icines of the day. virgins Indian Vegetable
Mofatts, Peters, Spencer's Brandreth's, and Lei
dy's Pills, and full supply of Townsend's and
Sands Sarsaparla, Swaynes Syrup, and Wis
tars Balsam of Wild Cherry. As almost every
Patent Medicine is counterfeited the public ought
to be careful how they purchase. He therefore
guarantees the sum of 5000 to any person
who can prove his having a counterfeit Patent
Medicine III his possession.
HE HAS FOR PAINTERS USE,
Brushes of every size; also, Blenders, Grairers
PenciIling and Marking Brushes, Whitewash
Brushes, and Camels Hair Pencils,
LANDRETH'S GARDEN SEEDS.
constant supply of the far-famed Landreth's
Garden Seeds will be kept during the season
Those who want good vegetable garden had
better plant Landreth's seeds. Country merchants
supplied on liberal terms. Thankful for past pat
ronage. beg to assure the public that every exer
ton will be made to give full satisfaction at the
Old Stand Drug Store, corner Front and Marke
street. VIM. SHAW.
Nov IL, l847