The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1849-11-01
LOCAL MATTERS.

CIRcuIr CoURT.-The case of HiHvs. Major, COM
menced on Tuesday, without being concluded, was
yesterday adjourned over till to-day; and the
of Thady Hogan and Others Sarah Moore,
vivor of James Moore, was taken up prelimi
nary motion, and an argument ensued which
lasted till the adjournment May, for plaintiffs;
Jones, for defendant.
The FIRE DEPARrMENT.-The liberal appropri-
ations made by the City Councils to our Fire De-
partment, noticed in a minute of their proceedings
ON Tuesday will add much TO its efficiency, and
a stimuant to its praiseworthy exertions for
the protection Of the property and lives of cti-
zens. The appropriation of twelve hundred dol
lars for the purchase of engine for the Northern
Liberty company comes in good season, and, when
procured, will render the apparatus of that efficient
company complete; and, should occasion arise, they
will no doubt well repay the city's berality. The
appropriation Of five hundred dollars each 10 the
Union, Franklin, Perseverance, Columbia and Ana
costa, is also we'll timed, (the trifing appropr-
atoms heretofore granted availing them but little
for the repairs of their apparatus, and will place
themal ina thoroughly effective condition. Our Fire
Department will safely compete, according to popu-
ation, with any other city of the Union; while the
different companies free from any of those dis
good name of some of the companies of our sister
cities.
While on this subject, we will add, that the
Councils are acting wisely in directing the con-
structon OF numerous reservoirs through the city
for protection from fire. A large one is now being
placed at the junction Of Louisiana avenue and c
street, in front of the Bank Of Washington and
similar ones have been lately constructed in many
of the wards.
New STEAMBOAT ConPANY-A number Of gen
tlemen have recently organized themselves into
steamboat company for the conveyance Of passcn-
gers and freight between this city and Alexandria.
contract has been entered into in New York
with MIR. Thomas Collier, for the building Of a
steamboat, 10 cost fifteen thousand dollars, with
guarantee 10 make the trip in twenty five minutes
each way. The boat is TO be one hundred and
thirty feetlong, twenty two eein breadth and
feet deep.
Alta meeting Of the company, held yesterday
the new boat was named "hs Thomas Couier, !" in
compliment to the builder She will be ready
by the first Of March next. A great convenience
will thereby be afforded to the inhabitants of the
two Cities by the present boats the line (Which
having seen much service, are nearly worn out)
one hour is required for the trip. This arrange
mcnt will bring Alexandria, in point Of time, as
near to us "a Georgetown, and will greatly facili-
tate intercourse between the two cities. Should
the new boat perform what is guaranteed by the
builders. the company will have no cause 10 com
plain Of the patronage Of the public, who, in this
age Of progress, are keeny alive to the ECONOMY
of time"
The CoNcERr at Carusis, on Tuesday evening,
by the Rasche and Eberbach children, assisted by
the blind vocalist Mr.. Parvin, under the direction
of Professor Rsschc, was attended by large and
fashionable company Of ladies and gentlemen. The
performances of the youthful musicians were truly
wonderful and the admirable command Of the
VIOLIN evidenced by young Alfred Rssche in several
solos executed by him, drew forth the warmest
marks of appreciation. The Misses Eberbach ac-
Quilted themselves we'll in several songs, in which
they displayed, for pupils 50 young, surprising
musical education, and were much applauded by
the audience Mr.. Parvin has a voice Of much
sweetness and power, and sang several songs with
fine effect Another concert will be given on Fri
day night, and we recommend all lovers of music
to be present
sorREE TO NIeHr.-Carusi's Second soiree dan
sante will take place this evening at the saloon
The Introductory last week we learn, was attended
by pleasant party Of ladies and gentlemen, who
enjoyed themselves in the quadrillc, waltz or polka
for an hour two, very delightfully."-. As the sea
son advances they will increase in favor.
ALL-souLs' DAY.-To- morrow being All-souls'
day. observed by the Catholic denomination Of
Christians TO commemorate the dead, its eve will be
solemnized this evening at ST. Matthews church
Ivy religious exercises, with the solemn services Of
the church for the departed II is expected that the
/ Rev. John p. Donclan, Of Baltimore, will
! preach ON the occasion.