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city improvements again.

We are grahhed in having it in power TO present
to our readers the views Of Captain VIM Easily, OF
our most md trous aud practical citizens 1t will be
seen that the views thus expressed given to the
public two years ago, and in exact conformity to
those taken BY our several correspondents ii.
To the Editor of the National Inteliigenea:
As there is inquiry being made about the iacli
ties TO be afforded through the Washington City canal
to the Eastern Branch OF the Potomac for the tanship
ment OF COAL may be of some use 10 republsh the an
nexed extract from your paper OF the 18th Oct 1915
To the Mayor of Hashington. NO.,
SIR; As IL is reasonably certain that the Chesapeake
and Ohio Canal will speedily be finished to Cumberland,
herewith submit plan foe the improvement of the Wash
ns'on city canal which improvement viii be ndispensa-
oily necessary for the coal trade, which must OF necessity
be mainly conducted the Eastern Branch OF the Poo-
mac and as that branch Is only accessible with safety Tor
canal boats deeply laden through the Washington city
nal hat canal ought to be improved that sufficient
sage OF loaded boats depth of six feet which could be
accomplished by tdslock at the mouth OF the Tber and
the usua hightide level To clean out the canal repair
the walls, build locks, and make the embankment and
Branch would require expenditure of sixty thousand
dollars The locks would be twenty-five feet WIDE and
Sixty thousand dollars is large sum but if the coal trade
the Eastern Branch should be carried on TO the exten,
the canal toll of five per ton would Weld revenue
oone hundred dollars per day and the of tolls
would IN two years. pay the expense OF the proposed i'm
That the above estimated net an extravagan,
one any person who will take the trouble investigate
tho matter will readily admit.
The Eastern Branch from Buzzard Point to the Navy
Yard bridge, is natural harbor which will admit of
front wharves 5000 ieet available for merchant
vessels drawing sixteen feet water and will afford amp
room for the ladns and unladng of fifty vessels daily
The Eastern Branch will afford all times safe harbor
for vessels there ice-ffeshets breaking
the winter and vessels that may be detained here through
the winter may remain loaded without danger, and be
ready Tor the earliest spring trade. need say
than to request those who feel interest in the prosperity
OF the city TO examine the matter for themselves and aid
The accomplishment OF the proposed improvement.
am, sir, with the highest respect your obedent
VIM. EASBY.
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SAcAcrrY OF THE ELKrHANr-The ragical event at the
menagere resulting in the death of poor Kelly has made
the elephant the chief lion of Philadelphia morning
after this terrible occurrence, the daring Dresbach took
him into the ring for the purpose OF dressing his wounds
made by sundry thruss Of pixies lnnces and pchorks in
the efforts to subduc him The elephant appeared to be i'll
ease, and sought attract the of Dricsbach by
gently fondng him with his trunk and then pointing his
foot slightly raising fro the ground, and in various
challenging particular notice This reused Dresbach's
riosy and Inspection he discovered he had large
splinter OF white pine into his foot Pncer procured
and the piece extracted. which the Joy of the monster
knew no bounds aud he repeatedly thanked Driesbach
the only way hat elephant thank any II iAtu-
riou that he isque friendly with Driesbach. although
for six years he sought repeatedly to kill himPhH paper.
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TH E UNION.

try for both governmental and banking purposes there
soon will be- In the nine months ending June 3Oh, 1913
imports Of specie exceeded twenty two million dollars
In the last year they exceeded twentyfour million dol
lars.
Some months since export began, but il is now pro-
badly over. Such are Mr.. Gallatn's own views.
It does appear that there is any great danger
to be apprehended from long continued expectation
There was, in the OF the present crisis IN Orea
Britain, in the first place. large expectation OF specie
principally the United States in payment for the ani-
ces of food she Obliged purchase and subsequently
great demand for specie. This has been amply supplied
and for the present, least, England II
any continues be exported there this is principally due
10 the want Of confidence, and those other which
created scarcity of bills Of indubtable credit Europe
and raised the price of these two per cent above the true
par.
There is yet scattered in the interior large portion
the specie imported during the preceding year and this
will, is always the case, naturally flow the place
places where is most needed In point of fact, this has
already taken place and, Notwithstanding the continued
exporlaon the ofspecie in III vaults of the banks
has, during the last three weeks, been increased
hundred thousand dollars. As the internal navga
ton shall be open, large quantities OF MAIZE pork and
other articles of food will be exported Europe and
ton be held back much longer. Thus far every
thing is yet sound"
Since Mr. Gallatn penned these remarks, news has
been received of the rate of mercantile interest in London
having been reduced to 81 per cent The Bank of
England will be compelled to reduce its rate OF
discount Par passu with this there will be an increase
of its loans and its issues This will raise the price OF
our breadstufs, if not of cotton, and the food OF
specie will again set towards the United States.
From these considerations and others which we have
mentioned we cannot but believe that the loan which the
government requires will, provided it be negotiated in
proper way produce sensible serious embarrass-
ment of either the banks the commercial community
The banks may however, if so disposed, easily create
panic.
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EDITORS CORRESPONDENCE.

BALTIMORE, February l5-15 p IN.
The nert Steamer building for CharfssonEe
in Prince Georges-Ihe markets, SC.
The steamer Hberna has now been out seventeen days
from Liverpool, and is momentary expected New York
Up the moment OF closing my letter she had how
ever, been telcgraphed. az
The splendid steamer, building by Mr.. Duncan in
his city, of the line of packets run between
Charleston, s. G. and Havana, will be launched Satur-
day Her dimensions are216 feet deck, 81 feet
beam, and 80 feet depth of hold n
There a terrible fire the village of Nottingham in
Prince Georges county, Friday night last, destroying
several thousand dollars worth of property Among the
sufferers Mrs. Margaret Fowler, who lost everything
Mr. Quynn, whose meathouse destroyed with
warehouse adjoining containing % hbds Of obacco and
DIR. Tailor, whose stable, with quantity Of feed and
buggy, entirely destroyed NJ
The MARKETS. In the Baltimore market, to-day, the
supply of Hour hand is comparatively SMALL and
the receipts ght-neariy two-hirds less than what
they this time last Holders are rather rnrto-
day. and have in instances refused SIS 62t No sales
reported Dealers generally holding oil for the foreign
news Very little City Mills hand is held at So 81 q
Sc. Rye -four 81 l2l, and meal nominal at s2S
SO per barrel. Z"
The receipts Of all kinds of grain are small Good 10
prime red wheat selling at 100 l27 cents; ordinary 10
good do 10 100 white wheat l25 1870 cents rye
20 70 80 AZ cents coverseed 81 Is 81 so
Some sales of prime pork at 80; mess held at Si 30
mess beef $40 80 a Si 80; prime 50 so; No 81 so
sale of sides in pickle at Small parcels OF bacon
selling at 81 cents for shoulders 81 cents for
sides and 10 for hams. Sale OF a lot of Ba-
more cured hams at 10Y cents.
At the scales Monday there were 800 head OF beeves
offered Of which 1876 sold at 81 50 SO IS the
hoof-equal to So 81 Is nett, and averaging about
S3 ia gross OF the above number ned 80 head were
driven to Philadelphia, and IA left over unsold
Hogs-suppy moderate. Sales of live at S. rs 50 81
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ORIGIN OF THE OHo.-A writer in the American
Review says; "The Genesee trail, which have been
tracing, of the the Ohee yo Aegha-
ny river for those who sought descend that stream to-
wards the southwest Oheeyo, the radix of the word
Ohio, signifies, by way of eminence the Beautiful River
and the lroquo by comforting it upon the Allegheny or
head branch OF the Ohio has not only fixed name upon
Of the great rivers of the continent but indirectly upon
Of the nobest States Of our conlederacy."
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SANTA ANNA AGAIN FIELD.The N. 0. Delta of the
4th reports that the schooner Decatur Captain Morrc
arrived night from Vera Cruz having left there on the
2lh ult The only item of news brought by her
port of Santa Anna having issued calling
for 20 900 men, &c. continue the The report was
said to have been brought Vera Cruz by an express
which arrived there from the interior, few hours before
the Decatur sailed
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CITY OF WASHINGTON.
TUESDAY NIGHT, FEB. Is, ls4s.
Appointments by the President,

Appointments by the President,
By and toah the ddpice and consent Of the Senate
Brevet Captain Oscar F. WINsHIP, assistant adjuant
general 10 be assistant duant general with the brevet
rank OF major December %, ls47, vice Mccall who
Gates his staff commission.
First Lieutenant DoN CARLOS BUELL., of the Sd regi-
meni of infantry to be assistant aduant general with
the breve rank OF captain January 25 1913, vice Win
ship promoted assistant aduant general with the brevet
rank of major.
H. LYONS of Texas, as assistant surgeon in the vol
unteer service OF the United States vice f. Tucker, de-
clned.
Second Lieutenant JOHN j. PECK to be first lieutenant
in the I'd regiment oil artillery, March D. ls47, TO NIL an
original vacancy.
CHARLES b. FLETCHER, Of New Hampshire. 10 DC as
sstant commssary, Jones' discharged by e Tempo
rary reduction of the volunteer forces.
WILLIAM s. BRowN of Michigan TO be assistant COM
mssary for the regiment of volunteers called into service
from that State.
JAMES r. SNowpEN, of Pennsylvania, TO be treasurer
nj the mint of the United States at Philadelphia place
of Isaac Roach. removed
SAMUEL G. TAYLOR, of Texas, TO be consul OF the
sted States for the port of Santa Martha in the repub-
lie of New Grenada, in the place of Southey Grinads,
resigned q,
the Cherokee Indians. the place of James McKissck,
THOMAS HYATT, of New York, to be consul for the
mort of Belfast in the place Of Thomas w. Gipln, de-.
ceased. -
WILLIAM r. SELLERS, to be deputy postmaster at Will
mingfon, in the State of Deaware-reappointed.
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Supreme Court OF the United States.
TUESDAY, February Is, 1915.

TUESDAY, February IS, IS4s.
No 30. J. d. Bowling, plaintiff in error Us. p Har-
rison The argument of this cause was continued by
Mr. Fenda for the defendant in error and concluded by
Mr.. Jones for the plaintiff in error.
No. SO. C. McMcken, plaintiff in error Us. Amos
Webb ct al. The argument of this cause was COM
menced by Mr. Coke for the plaintiff in error and con-
tinued by Mr.. Jones for the defendants in
Adjourned until tomorrow, IL o'clock,
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Or Sabbath School Uniou.-Thc annual meeting OF
the Washington Sabbati School Union VIII be held on
Sabbath afternoon next, O'Clock in the First Pesby
teran Church, u street. general attendance oil the
schools is expected several OF them will sing appro
pirate hymns which they have prepared several distn
gushed gentlemen consented TO deliver addresses, and
i very interesting meeting may be anticipated
Feb. I5--d5t -4sfa
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We regret to learn that the Hon. Mr. Robinson of In.
dana is yet detained by illness from his seat in the
House.
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(,oNGREss Directory, this day pubnshtd.
~ Jan. 10 +. TAYLOR.
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From Hon. Henry c. Murphy.
WActIrNCrpN Ian

GENTLEMEN: am honored with your invitation to at
tend the proposed meeting of the democrats your city
on the Goth nst for the purpose of approving the present
administration in its in regard to Mexico 1t
aoa d me e gheSt 70 @ o bey
assembling and express my views TO them the great
questions relating to the present war; but my duties here
doubt not that the fearless and united democracy of
New York will again evnce that devotion to the honor
and glory of the republic which has always distinguished
it, and show that aid and comfort may be expected
from it to the enemy.
With my respects to you personally, am, gentlemen,
yours truly, HEN: Z. MURPHY.
To VIM S. CoNELY, esq, and committee.
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prove themselves equal to emergency Interesting
and fruitful of results, and by that devotion to their cher
shed faith, which has borne them through many con-
ncts triumph, and by harmonious counsels achieve
abiding victory foreign and domestic foes.
That such may be their happy destiny, is the sincere
desire of who regards with deep socitude and lively
sympathy all that their interest and their well
fare, and who has the honor TO subscribe himself with
high consideration, your fellow. citizen
d. s. DICKINSON
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From Hon. b. +. Butler.

New YORK. January 27 1S4S
GENTLEMEN: | have to acknowledge the receipt of
your letter of the Goth instant inviting TO address the
mass meeting of democratic republican electors OF the
city of New York. proposed to be held at Tammany Hall
on the Goth instant, "or the purpose of approving and
sustaining the patriotic of the administration OF
the general government in conducting the with Mex
ico" AS shall not be present at the meeting, avail
myself of this occasion TO express my concurrence in ITS
object and to say very few words the "war ques-
ton" at which propose to look in only single as
pect.
| find among the laws of the United States now in
force, act of Congress, approved on the 18th May
lSl6 providing for the prosecution OF the existing war
between the United States and the republic of Mexcoi"
in which, after recng that, by the act OF the republic
of Mexico state of exists between that government
and the United States" the President is authorized to en-
poy the militia and the naval and military forces oil the
United States and call for and accept the services OF
not xceedng 900 volunteers for the purpose OF en-
abing the government of the United States TO PROSECUTE
SAID WAR TO A SPEEDY AND SUCCESSFUL TERMINATION;
Other provisions to the effect made in this law,
which was passed with extraordinary unanimity in
each House of Congress, and which, as every one
knows contemplated the immediate and energetic in
vasion of the territories of Mexico by all the land and
naval forces of the United States capable OF being en-
ployed the service This law has not been repealed
or modified; the contrary, it has been followed up By
other laws passed during the last session of Congress
for the promotion of the same end. The last OF then
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DOARDING.-Mrs. WILLIS at the corner of F and
- 18th streets, has pleasant rooms suitable
Tor small families, which she would be pleased to have
occupied. She would also like to accommodate few
boa riders with meals
Terms moderate Feb 9-law3w~
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Furnished Rooms N the Ward Rent.
A FURNISHED paror aud three chambers, with the
"A of kitchen, if required in the LIST Ward, G
street, between 18th and 18th the War Depart
ment Apply 10 b. Jost, Restaurant
Dec,
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DIR. Banning's Body Brace.

THIS instrument, which has relieved many thousands
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can be had OF Mrs BALDWIN, the of Mr.. Peter
Benne tailor doors below A street, the north side
of Pennsylvania gentleman in attendance on
gentlemen Orders for instruments from distance to be
forwarded to DR.. Banning, 437a Broadway, New York
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To VIM. S. CoNELY, esq, and committee.
From Hon. Henry NicoN.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20, lS4S.
GENTLEMEN; have the honor to acknowledge the
receipt of your letter of the Goth ns inviting me to be
present and address mass meeting OF our democratic
fellow citizens the 10th instant, called for the purpose
of approving and sustaining the patriotic OF the
administration in conducting the with Mexico. 1t is
with great regret that feel myself obliged by sense OF
public duty which will detan me here, to decline your
lattering invitation should be most happy to partic
pate with our fellow citizens in meeting wisely and
OPPORTUNITY called am persuaded it will be worthy of
our party and that it will umphanty show to the world
that the democratic of the great metropolis of the
nation senstivey alive to the imperative necessity
of sustaining the honor of our common country; that
they ready to support the government with men and
money, to the fullest extent in vigorously prosecuting
war which has been Justly and consitutionaly com
menced-which has been conducted with wisdom and
gaantry scarce equaled in the history of any country
and which can only be terminated by full and complete
Naturalization by Mexico for our just demands and the
expenses incident to its prosecution
feel persuaded that this meeting will rebuke, in
tones not be mistaken, the course pursued by those
who are seeking embarass the government in its Wig
orous measures bring the contest to successful end
With sentiments of high respect for the general com
mtee and for yourselves Individually, am very SIN
cerey, your friend and fellow citizen,
HENRY NICOLL.
To VIM S. CoNELY, esq.,, and committee.
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From Chds. O'Coner, esq.

'sNHE National Eirth-Night Ball Will be held Mt
/ Jackson Hail the evening OF the I'D OF February,
1913.
PATRoNEssEs,
Mrs. Polk, Mrs. Adams, Mrs Madison,
Mrs. Alexander Hamilton.
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From Hon. z. ]. Walker.

WASHINGTON, January 27, 1913.
GENTLEMEN Continued ndisposition prevents my &C
ceptance of your invitation to the meeting at Tammany
Hall on the evening of the goth, and uniting with thu
patriotic democracy of the great city of New York in sus
tanning this Wharf.-The just, and glorious, and Heaven
favored cause OF our beloved country.
Most respectfully, your fellow-citizen,
r. J. WALKER.
To VIM s. CoNELY esq. and Committee
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To. WIN. s. CoNELy, esq, and committee.
From Hon. Thomas J. Henley.

WASHINGTON, January 2S 1S4S
GENTLEMEN Yours of recent date, inviting me to ad-
dress meeting of the democratic citizens of your city,
to be assembled on evening, to give popular
expression in favor of the existing with Mexico Is
now before very much pleased to see this patr
otto move upon the part of the democracy of the first
city in the Union, to cheer gallant army IN the
field and sustain and buoy up the friends of the war at
home This movement is peculiarly proper and necessary
at this time and more by the extraordinary efforts
being made by the federal party in this country to dis
grace the American and character by false and I'M
founded charges that the present is UNJUST unneces
.sary and unconstitutional and by their efforts to effect
dshonorable withdrawal of our victorious army from
Mexico without security for the future indemnity for
the past The federal party during the existence OF the
late war with Great Britain pursued similar course,
which met by the thunders of popular Indignation,
which fully sustained the justice of that war; and the pa
triotsm of those who advocated it. like demonstration
upon the part of the people, is now imperavey called
for and which cannot fail to be attended with like re-
suit
Nothing could have given me greater pleasure than to
have been present the referred to- but as there
will be several gentlemen in attendance Tomorrow more
competent than myself do justice to The great questions
YOU propose discuss therefore decline your present
invitations promising myself the pleasure OF visiting and
addressing my fellow OF New York upon poiti-
cal topics at another time.
Yours with respect,
THOMAS J. HENLEY.
To VIM S. CoNELY, esq, and Committee.
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SAMUEL HANNAY, Sec retary. =. -,
CHARLES DE SEEDING, No H. Todds Buildings,
Penn. avenue, agent
w. p JOHNSTON M. D., It'll street, opposite city post
office, Physician.
Pamphlets explanatory of the principles and operations
of the company may be obtained application at the
agents office.
Nov. l2-2awtf