The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-04-25
Local Matters.

ment, to commend the manner in which the work
is being done, and to make what we consider
important suggestion The deposit upon its bed,
to the depth of two three feet is being removed;
and much of this consists of partially decomposed
vegetable matter. A glowing is to fall
upon it, and the effiuvia arising will be neither
agreeable TO the senses sanitary in its effects.
We would indeed apprehend evil from it. What,
then, is to be done? To suspend the work at any
time, and let in the water, would be but to sacrifice
the immense labor already performed; and yet
more fearful consequences may proceed from pros
ecuting the work. In our opinion, the safest and
most satisfactory way of proceeding will be to in
crease the number of hands employed to the utmost
possible extent and have the whole affair completed
at the earliest possible moment. This, presume,
would be prejudicia to the interests of one, and
its advantages would be enjoyed by many.
WHAT FAME?--Y Yesterday a very neat pam
phlet offered for sale by the boys on the Ave-
nue. at the low price of levy per copy. Reader,
what thinkcst thou it was? The Life of Dan Rice!
Now, who is Dan Rice? Who is Dan Rice! Not to
know him argues thyself unknown! Who shouts
"Here l am" before you any body is
about Who turns head over heels in his attempt
to make bow? Who strikes his palms upon his
thighs and stands upon his heels, and says, 'sThat
was me!' In short, who tickles the ribs of two
thousand people at time, and causes the most ex-
tensve simultaneous dental display ever Witnessed
Who is Dan Rice? We answer, 'she is some." His
life is written, and printed. II ''Dan Webster"
continues to rise, he too may attain to prominent
position in the eyes of the world! He may yet hope
to have his life written.
The ANNUAL CONFERENCE of the Bethel Con-
nexion, African Methodist Episcopal Church, is
now being held at Israel Chapel near the Capitol,
in this city. Bishop VIM Paul Quinn presdes
over its deliberations, and there are about thirty
ministers in attendance. The business before this
body is of the character usual in such assemblies.
Minute accounts given of the state of affairs in
all the stations and circuits, appointments are
to be made, &c. The manner in which the bust
is conducted is highly credtable, the appear
ance and demeanor of all the members present are
adapted to win universal appreciation, and the de-
gree Of intelligence evinced affords ample proof
that the opportunities of late enjoyed by these poo
pie have been fully appreciated. We believe the
session will continue throughout this week.
WE PERCEIVE, by the accounts in the dull, pro-
sac business departments Of this paper that stocks
generally have of late been looking up; but we
have no mention made of the shares lately Ia
ken in this city in MIR. Porters aerial navigation
enterprise. We know several gentlemen who hold
rise about the time the car does and we shall then
be prepared TO zee the holders also looking up. As
soon the affair is cleverly started, we shall be
ready TO unite with others in the formation Of the
Aerial Navigation Insurance Company. Will any
OF the old life insurance companies take risks
the necks Of such passengers as may chance to
tumble out
AwSISes.-we noticed yesterday, a la Nep
York, blue and white striped awnings. decided
improvement. The monotony Of dingy white is
relieved, and the glare Of the sun somewhat OBJ
structed. Folks may talk Of reAectors and refract-
ors as they please-we go the stripe.
GARDESMAKrSo is a brisk business just now.
Folks who wish 70 do as other people do. will OBJ
serve that in laying of their grounds chalk line
should be used. Nature should be initiated, as
folks well know, and her lines are all straight and
at right angles, else in perfect circles when
she makes an occasional star eagle. An
even or irregular projection in any part would dis
figure the whole. We have sometimes, though
rarely, seen ornamental grounds presenting wild,
rugged, yet exuberant appearance, a though
they were the true of the desertscoo, green,
fresh, dew moistened places, exhibiting sign, of
mans square and Compass work. Avoid such
horrid appearances by all means. If you use art,
let il be conscious Of its achievements.
YESTERDAY was even, gentle, pleasant sort
Of day, and people generally seemed to enjoy IL
well. We noticed, in an instance or two, that la
dies have taken the whip and reins into their own
hands, and drive themselves about in buggies.
This looks like great innovation; but we are told
IL is the New England fashion. We prefer seeing
our fair horseback, II they must take con-
troll The exercise is profitable 10 them; they look
beautiful in this position, and then--wc have
place alongside. This thing Of driving vehicle
looks too much like practical declaration of indie
pendcnce. We shudder at the very thought of it,
DIoRAnA OF THE MIssrssIPPI.--wc rejoice at Mr..
Lewiss success in the exhibition Of this great
scenery. Yesterday the hall was crowded, and,
very properly, in great part by children. II will
be highly profitable TO them, creating a desire TO
read Of the places they have seen so accurately
here. Every family in our city should visit it.
On TUESDAY, afternoon two negroes were dash
ing along the Avenue, in the vicinity of 18th street,
on horseback, at full speed when officer Barnaclo
sprang from the sidewalk and attempted 10 arrest
them. But they did not choose to be intercepted,
and piled their whips freely, knocking Mr.. Barna
clio down and seriously njuring him. One Of them
escaped the other was captsred, and, under the
authority Of the corporation Laws, punished by
hogging.
Ma. TRAvERsE's WLL.--In the circuit court
was commenced yesterday the Of James and
Mary wynne, Elizabeth Traverse, and others,
caveators, vs Joseph Traverse and Elias Traverse
The history Of this is familiar TO many of
readers. Mr.. Traverse was an old citizen Of Wash
ington, and had smassed fortune Of about a hun
dred thousand dollars. He was man Of eccentric
character, and, as he imagined, many griefs. BY
his will, his large fortune bequeathed to por
ton of his children, and others he plaintifs) cut
of with trife. The attempt is now made by
them 10 set aside his will, the success Of which
couple OF days will determine. Walter Jones, J.
H. Bradley, and ID. Stewart, esqs, for the plaintiffs
La NJ Carlialc noI. Enr L..