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LOCAL MATTER S


PATENT OFFICE Bu,LpMe "A portion Of the
massive and wel-constructed foundation of the right
wing Of this building having been finished, the
tractors, Messrs. Provost and Winter, commenced
the setting Of marble on last Monday. Energy and
activity seem to be infused into all portions Of the
work which progressing with surprising rapidty.
The stone-masonry thus far is Of character TO
elicit concentrations from every mechanic, as be-
ing fully equal IL not superior, to any work of the
kind ever executed in this city.
Rns-After a long drought, the earth was re-
freshed yesterday with an agreeable rain, of a
character TO revive vegetation purify the AIR, and
lay the dust in our streets, which had become OF
late a serious annoyance,
LucK-At the fete given on last Thursday, on
the occasion Of the laying of the cornerstone Of
Carroll chapel" in Montgomery county, Mary
land, gentleman presented pony to the ladies' for
the benefit Of the church. The pony was ratified
and young merchant OF this city bore off The prize.
Nor having any use for the animal, he offered him
again at rattle, the chances we're all taken, and the
affair came off at Hammonds cigar on Mon
day night, where he was again successful, winning
his own pony
Coeosys's Isaursr.-Coroner Woodward held
an inquest Yesterday in view OF the body OF a
colored woman named Phillis Reed, who resided on
New York avenue, between 4ih and 9Th streets. IL
appeared from the testimony that the deceased had
been in feeble health for some time that, on yes
terday morning between six and seven O'Clock, she
had gone to the pump for drink of water, and on
her return Sat down upon the steps Of her house,
from whence in few moments she fell upon her
face and almost instantly expired. The jury re-
turned verdict Of I" death by apoplery."
Souoot. TyAcsgss.-The Board of Trustees Of
the Public Schools, at an adjourned meeting held
on Yesterday afternoon in the chamber OF the
Board Of Aldermen, elected the following teachers
TO I'll vacancies in the primary schools Of the city:
5th dstrct-Mr. John Fill
10th dstrict-Miss Cora Wells
18th dstrict-Mrs. Ogden
I4th distrct-Mlss Alice c. English
WuKys SuARPsHoorERs.-This new and spr-
tied CORPS Of our volunteer sodiery are busy in
preparations for visit to their military brethren Of
baltimore on the 18th Of September, the anniver-
sarv of the battle OF North Point. The Sharp
shooters, since their organization, have attained
high degree Of favor IN the public estimation, and
we doubt not in their visit they will well sustain
the reputation Of our volunteers for efficiency and
propriety OF conduct.
F,sruss's vnIr.-We observe from the papers
that the Washington Fire Company Of Philsdel-
phia purpose visiting this city during the ensuing
month Our hremcn and citizens will give them
warm and hearty reception
Nsw CpusoH.--Thc cornerstone Of a new
church was ald in Georgetown on Monday after
noon. accompanied with suitable religious exer-
oises. Addresses were delivered on the occasion
bv the Rev John c. Smith, OF the Fourth Presby-
terrain church, the Rev. L, = Morgan, of the
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JAMES OTIS SARGENT,

FOURTEENTH STREET, OPPOSITE wILLAIp's HOTEL
MILL attend TO the prosecution Of Claims be-
wv fore the Board Of Mexican Commissioners.
Claims against the United States and TO the trans
action Of business with the various Departments
June 2S-iftf
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MORRIS l.. HALLOwELL & co.

A RE now receiving and offer for sale handsome
"A assortment of new Silk and Fancy Goods for
fall trade, which have been purchased by one of
their firm
FOR CASH IN EUROPE,
and with especial reference to the wants of western
and southern buyers.
July l2-d& wif3m
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FREDERICK MOULTON,
Attorney and Counsellor At Law,
Commissioner, &c., for Northern States. Office
70. IA Law Buildings, Baltimore, Md.
Aug. I5-6m

Aug. l5-6m
TIME sICK-ROOM-The Domestic Manage
i ment of the Sick Room, by Thompson. vol
l2mo. Recommended by eminent medical gentle
men.
For sale in Washington, by
TAYLOR & MAURY,
Booksellers, near 9th st.
Also just received
''The Nursery Book for Young Mothers
Aup I5 y
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Nav ORIEANs. Anyust I3.

New ORLEANS, August Is.
d. Stiles, convicted for defalcation as axgather-
err, was sentenced, on Saturday last 10 two years
hard labor in the pententiary to restore the sum
embezzed, (S2s, OOO,) pay fine of same amount,
and costs of prosecution.
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Dpovsso "A, B. Collins, painter ard do
gs,rreotypis, Of Mobile, was drowned on the A'h
inst near the shipymd
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Further returns from Tennessee confirm the
probabilities of the election Of Anderson, the Wing
congressman, in the Sd district The Knoxville
Register of the 9th, publishes returns from all but
three counties, which render it certain that he has
been elected by very large majority. In the
second congressional district, Watkins, lndepen-
dent Wing, is probably elected.
The returns from the other districts are but par
tial, as well as in regard to the legislature
The Louisville (ky.) Democrat Of the 9Th thus
comedies the election of the Wing candidate in that
that Marshall is elected but the vote is very close.
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BY TELEGRAPH.
REPORTED FOR THE REPUBLIC.

I'VE received last night by.mail letter from
Baltimore, which contained series of Telegraphic
messages placed on file for us, our correspondent
states, before 10 p m. of the 18th, but which, in
consequence Of there being but one operator in the
Office, and he being engaged on the Philadelphia
line were not transmitted. Such accidents subject
the whole community to serious Inconvenience, and
inexcusable.
CARLISLE, August l3-p. m.
General Taylor, Immediately on his arrival at
this place to-day was taken quite i'll, but medical
aid being rendered, he was able 10 proceed on his
journey to Chambersburg.
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MIR. A. de vAUDRICOURT begs leave TO
WI inform his friends and the public that, having
permanently located in Washington, he intends to
devote his attention TO the tuition of the French,
Italian, and Spanish languages, and also of the
Piana Forte and Drawing in all its branches. Re
ferences Of the very highest responsibility will be
given by applying at his residence, (l2th street,
between ID and c, next door to Mr.. Gibson's Acad-
emy,) or at Davis Music Store, and Mrs Ander-
sons Stationery Store.
July l7-eodlm
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ELECTIONS.
The House of Representative.


NORTH CAROLINA.
Dist. Last Congress. Nerf Congre's
1. Thos. l.. Clingman, Thomas l.. Clingman,
2. Nathaniel Boyden, Joseph p. Caldwell,
g. Daniel l.. Barringer, Edmund Deberry,
!. Aup'ne H. Shepherd, Augustine II. Shepperd,
& Abroham W. Verable, abraham ". Vendbs,
o. John X. J. Daniel, John X. j. Daniel
Z. John J. Mckay, William q Ashe,
8. Richard s. Donnell, Edward Stanly,
o David Outlaw, David Outlaw.
IIocos i'm Haiics-3 in each Congress-.
INDIANA.
l. Elisha Embree, Nathaniel 4AIbofson,
2 Thomas J. Henley, Cyrus l.. Durham,
g. John l.. Robinson, John l.. Robinson,
A. Caleb b. Smith, Gro. w. JULIAN, f. g.,
S. H'iu,am w. Wiok, William J. Bro,cn,
g. George G.. Dunn, HtLhs "A. German,
7. Rich w. Thompson, Edw w. McGaughey,
3 John Petit Joseph r.. Mcdonald,
g. Charles W. Cathcart, Graham ~. Fitch,
TO- U'iIIiarn RockhH Andrep J. Harlan.
ILocos in Itaiios-6 before, now, besides a Free
soiler elected by Locofoco votes.
KENTUCKY.
1. Linn Boyd, Linn Boyd,
q Samuel D. Psvfon James l.. johnson,
3. Beverly l.. Clark, FINS +. Mclean,
4. Aylett Buckner, Geo. Ar Caid,oeu,
s. John b. Thompson, John b. Thompson,
6. Green Adams, Daniel Brock,
T. Garnett Duncan, Humphrey Marshall,
s. Charles s. Morehead, Charles s. Morehead,
9. Richard French, John C. Mason,
10. John p. Gaines, Richard H. Stanton.
lLocos in Itaiios-4 before, now
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Kentucky Election.

LOUISVILLE, KENTUcKY, Aug. ID.
Accounts from Evansville say that Marshall is
certainly elected in that congressional dstrct-an
error in The returns from Henry county gave Lane
larger majority than he was entitled to.
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Homeopathic Physician.
OFFICE AND RESIDENCE, CoRNER OF 9TH AND G sTs.,
Opposite the Fourth Presbyterian Church.
An A.
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July 30-tl4w
FOR SAN FRANCISCO, VIA CHAGREs,
10th August.

FOR SAN FRANCISCO, VIA CHAGREs,
18th August.
VNHE new and splendid steamship EMPIRE CITY,
Il 1900 tons burthen, J. d. Wilson, commander,
will leave for Chagres direct, from her dock, at
Pier 3, N. r., on Thursday, 10th August, at 3
O'Clock.
The f. c. goes direct to Chagres, without touch
ing at intermediate ports-thus ensuring that pas
sengers by this steamer will reach Panama in time
for the u S. Pacific Mail Steamer Panama, of LIST
September
Passage in the After Saloon. $50
Do do Upper Saloon. .......... lbs
Do do Forward Saloon. ......... lis
Do do Lower Cabin. ............ 100
Do do Storage ........... so
Freight on specie, per cent. Merchandise 10
cents per foot Eight cubic feet Of baggage allowed
each cabin passenger; six cubic feet each Storage
passenger No passage secured unless paid for.
Any person renting one-half the amount Of pas
sage money can secure a berth for one week. For
freight or passage apply TO
J. HOWARD & son,
July 26-dtl5Aug "a Broadway.
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RNN.-After a long drought, the earth was re-
freshed yesterday with an agreeable rain, of a
character to revive vegetation, purify the arr and
lay the dust in our streets, which had become Of
late serious annoyance,
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Accident to the steamer Empire.

Accident to the steamer Empire.
DErRolr, Mich, August Is.
The steamer Empire State encountered heavy
blow in Lake Michigan yesterday, during which
she sprung leak and was run ashore three miles
below the Sleeping Bear, nearly filled with water.
She had one hundred passengers on board, who,
after being on deck twenty -four hours were safely
taken off. 1t is thought she will be a total loss.
CINCINNATI, August H.
There are five and half feet water in the channel
to Louisville.
The weather is cloudy, and raining.
Flour IS IS; whisky IL cts. sugar 81 cts.
PIrrsBuRG, August Is.
There are twelve inches water in the channel,
and falling Markets unchanged. No cholera.
The sanitary committee appointed by the Board
of Health has been dissolved, there being no fur
Their occasion for their meeting.
There are fifteen inches water in the river.
Passage from this city TO Cincinnati Sl5i freight
81 SO per cwt
ST.. LOUIS, August IL.
Five different attempts were made here yesterday
to destroy our city by fire. One was by firing the
steamer Whirwind at the same time in three of her
state-rooms. Ii was, however, fortunately discov-
cred in time 10 the boat. The other attempts
made in the northern part Of the city, two OF
which were in lumber-yards.
Our city, regret to say, is much infested with
bands of desperadoes and thieves. There is much
excitement, and an extra band of police, to pre-
serve order and protect the city, is contemplated.
A deficit of 1927 900 was discovered in the Bank
of Missouri on Saturday, which has produced con.
siderable excitement The solvency Of the bank
however, has not been affected.
NEw YoRK, August l3.-The Board of Health
report los cases and Al deaths of cholera for the
twenty-four hours ending at noon to-day.
BosroS, August l3.-There have been % deaths
from cholera in this city during the past fortyeight
hours ending at noon to-day.
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Nsw CBuscB.-Thc cornerstone Of new
church was lsd in Georgetown on Monday after
noon, accompanied with suitable religious exer-
cises. Addresses were delivered on the OCCASION
by the Rev John G, Smith, OF the Fourth Presby.
terrain church, the Rev. l., r. Morgan, Of the
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FIsExss's vsr.--We observe from the papers
that the Washington Fire Company Of Philsdel-
pha purpose visiting this c'ty during the ensuing
month. Our hremen and citizens will give them a
warm and hearty reception.
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| 10 ULEs OF ORDER-A Manual for conduct
~ ing business in Town and Ward meetings; Soci-
cites Boards Of Directors and Managers, and other
dehberative bodies One small volume.
| For sale at TAYLOR & MAURY'S
| July 10 Bookstore near 9th at
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Nsuocsl Routine and Stowsge, with rules I'm
Navigation.
DY joan McLEop MuRPHY and w " Jrr-
ID rERs, jr., U. s. N. Just published-being
complete Manual of practical reference for Mer-
chants. Underwriters, Masters of vessels, Naval
Officers, Navigators, Stevedores, and others.
This work treats of every subject with regard TO
the construction, equipment, stowage, sailing and
navigation of vessels, whether in the Navy or Mer-
chant service, and such has received the APP
proval of the first nautical men in the country.
For sale in Washington by
TAYLOR & MAURY,
Inlv Oh
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FURNISHED Apartments for Rent--In a small
IL private family, without board, situated in the
rear of the Patent Office, Eighth street. the third
door from the corner Of G., west side.
July lift
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LIFT OF PATENTS

Issued from the United States Patent Once
for TN. week ending August IA. 1919.
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LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES.

:, SIMON GKEENLEAF
Messrs. T. 4 J. w. JoHssos.
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An offset to the above is the statement Of gen
tleman recently arrived in the country. With
small party he visited the place in May last, and
returned few days since, heartily tired Of gold
washing He informs us that his nett profits by
the adventure would not exceed Eighty dollars This
we though, pretty well for one unaccustomed to
labor and disinclined TO learn From various
sources we learn that hot weather has in earnest
resumed its ener, atng work. Climatic sickness is
reported TO have FRUSTRATED few individuals Of the
mining fraternity. Parties preparing for the mines
should look well to the preservation Of health by
strict attention to proper regimen and by guarding
against unnecessary delay in the valley, and expo
sure in every form. A death occurred at Sacrament
to city, on the 18th ult from fever, occssioned by
mprudently remaining in the heat Of a scorching
SUM- and In an exposed position. The deceased,
Mr.. Reed, was a surveyor by profession, and well
known TO many Of our citizens. We have no in
teigence Of moment from Feather or Juba rivers,
IL we except an assurance that excessive hot wea-
Their also prevails there; the thermometer ranging
95 in the shade.
The San Joaquin and its tributary streams are
overun with hungry god-seekers, and reports Of an
encouraging nature current respecting the pro-
ductveness of the mines While there are many
who labor diligently and realize but inconsiderable
amounts, there are more who, by untirng zeal and
wel-dIrected exertions, are amply securing each
share Of the golden harvest The emigration from
Sonora this season. consisting Of that class Of men
to which the placer is scarcely novelty, and num-
bers of friendly Indians Of the Yskee tribe expert
washers all, will probably amount to about 5000.
They are well armed, and the appearance Of such
vagsbond army Of intrudcrs on American soil
has, very naturally, excited American iealousies,
and not liule bitter feeling. Their movements
are closely watched, and their neighborly encroach
/ ment viewed with some suspicion. About eighty
miles distant from Stockton, situated a few leagues
from the Stanissus river, 10 a settlement styled il
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iii. Tsco Vols. Octave, $40.

SMITHS LEADING CASES, third American edition,
with Notes and References to late English and
american Decisions, by J. l. Clark Hare and H
b. Wallace, esqrs.
The American Editors have carefully collated
and noticed all the decisions in the Reports of the
English and American Courts, since the publica-
ton of the former Edition of Smiths Cases
The work is now offered to the Profession in an
enlarged form, enriched by numerous and import
ant additions, rendering it still more valuable and
useful to the Lawyer and the Judge.
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THE UNION.

because they were in the opposition Much less were
we prepared 70 expect this. when we were told honesty
election OF General Taylor The being voted for by Dor
tons OF all pares) would be the death kne OF party
spirit ana e renewal OF the good old times OF gor
Gus Washington, when men honored for their own
merits and not for the party badges livery that they
wore.
II General Taylor has turned out Of Office William O.
either OF his honesty his capa-
city, he has committed act wicked II is fagrany
unjust His character is above suspicion. and will repel
nslnuatons even though they come from the highest
quarter H. on the other hand, he has turned him out
account OF hls politics. he has falsihed his voluntary
pledges, and deceived those who trusted in them.
We are plain people out here. Messrs. Editors, and
have been taught 70 believe the President OF the United
States the head Of the naon and responsible for the acts
OF his CABINET Especially were led TO believe this
altehe Second Washington declared that Office. holders
should not DC moesed solely on account OF their political
Now, Messrs. Editors we want light AS limited
before, we are an unsophisticated people. and far
who have been watching the progress OF affairs and ask
you, what shall we conclude That General Taylor,
President OF the United States and the Washington Of
that they were made with the full knowledge that they
were TO be broken That the sentiment ofno friends
to reward and no enemies TO punish" the expression
generous and noble heart Or is It las we would more
willingly beeve) true we have it stated in the
papers, that the old man is not able to control the actions
those who are welding portion Of his executive pow
erihat he has simply the name with none Of the power
OF President THAT the octemvir have absorbed all
power and that now living under an oligarchy
If these things and you enlghen that effect
we will know in what estimation to hold the Second
Washington II he has wantony deceived us, shall
know how to trust to military humbuggery hereafter
But If his removal from military civil position has
shorn him OF his strength and left him the mercy and
under the complete dominion of his servants-wil
ling, but powerless to perform his promises -hen like
good citizens we will lament countrys fate in hav
ing such elevated to the highest office in the gift
OF the people, and pray to Providence to take under it's
particular control and guidance the cabinet and also the
person Of our King Log. Yours, truly,
INQUIRER
BoLUAR, Hardeman City, Tenn, Sept. 30, ls49.
~ B. The impression is fast gaining ground that the
old man was not far wrong when he pronounced that
she not fit for the place" In fact, this conviction
had already been made upon the minds Of all those who
had the pleasure OF hearing him address his feow-ct
zens as he passed through Memphis to Washington city
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By their magical operation. have been transmitted into
gold The changes in the population. in the commercial
dustry OF the different States cities and towns Of The
Union, by the outlay for railroads in the next twenty
years will be more wonderful than anything the world
Ohio. Indiana. Illinois. Wisconsin. and Mieh;ga, are
awake TO the great value OF these improyemens as AZ
ording cheap and rapid modes Of intercommunicaion,
and ready means OF transportation TO and from an Al
The Atlantic States, from Maine to Georgia, in seek.
ing TO develop their own local resources by these i'm
provements have had eye also to that great CONNER
cial prize-the trade Of the West Immense sums have
been expended by New England, New York. Pennsyya.
MIA Maryland, and other States, for this purpose yir
gina, however, from her natural position, suitably i'm
proved, can take this trade from all competitors. Nc
States In the Union have greater varied natura
resources than Virginia North Carolina, Tennessee and
Kentucky; and the improvements OF the next twenty
Years will develop them Norfolk is the most eligible
outlet with suitable railroad communications not only
Tor the trade OF those States but for that Of the West
and Northwest Norfolk, too, must be the Atlantic port
Tor the trade OF the Pacific railroad. whether that road
starts from Memphis. St. Louis, or still more north
Inc Central Railroad OF North Carolina, uniting with
the Tennessee improvementso the west and with those
from Norfolk on the east, will open commanding chan
mel OF trade from Norfolk to the Mississippi river. A
ailrSad from Norfolk to Lynchbag and thence by the
Big Sandy or Guyando valley, routes said to be entirely
practicable, with branches through Kentucky TO Louis.
vile and Covington will connect at all these points with
that great network OF railroads that will spread the
western and northwestern States, and viii give to Nor
folk, by port open TO navigation at all times and all sea-
sons the trade OF those States.
The position of Norfolk, in the development and
changes which these improvements will produce is such
that she not only may, but surely will become city OF
the first Importance, in populations trade, commerce, and
wealth. The avenues here suggested of such vast
Importance to the States indicated in developing their in
ternal resources, and opening their commerce with
distant places that doubt cannot exist OF their receiving
ample aid in their construction from the States them
selves through which they will pass.
This matter OF internal improvements is of great
interest TO every State but immensely to North Caro-
lfAo -. -.
NATURAL but mostly dormant resources, of climate
soil, minerals timber and water power, swoud be thus
developed and brought into activity to sustain in pros
perity and happiness numerous and dense population
but forbear TO enlarge. H.