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BALTIMORE, April 25-5 D.

BALTIMORE, April 25--5 p. m.
A curious scene occurred last evening at the de-
pot on the arrival Of the from your city.
Frenchman, who could not speak, nor understand
word of our language, arrived here on his way to
New York, where he intends taking passage in the
American mail steamer Atlantic, which sails
to- morrow for Europe. He says he regularly paid
his fare from Washington to Baltimore, but it APP
pears that woman who seated alongside of
him in the cars had not; and the conductor taking
her TO be the Frenchman's wife, or in company
with him, refused to give him his trunk until the
lady's fare had been settled. met the Frenchman
Mt the telegraph Office, where he was having sent
despatch to the French minister, stating his griev
ances, and he assured me that he did not know the
woman who was alleged to be his wife. He looks
as though he might have been in the wars, having
but one leg, and face covered with scars. give
you the story as got it from the Frenchman, who
was highly indignant, and laboring under terri
bic state of excitement II may have two sides to it..
A Geographic despatch was received here last
evening by the owners of the schooner Abigail,
which sailed from Pernambuco the 23d ult. for
this port in charge of the first mate, cher COM
mander, Captain Smith, having died of yellow fe-
five days previous to her sailng,) stating that
the schooner had put into Charleston, on account
of mutiny having occurred among the crew.
Charleston to take charge of the vessel and bring
her on.
Captain William T. Rice and the crew Of the
brig Adelaide, which wrecked few days since
on Currituck, near Norfolk, arrived yesterday.
Captain R. says that the cargo was nearly all
saved and lying on the beach, where it would be
sold the 30th inst by order of the commissioner
of wrecks.
The Democracy of the county Of Baltimore have
not yet queted down in regard to the delegation to
the International convention. The friends of Git
tings and Buchanan both claim a majority of the
wards and, as the delegates meet on Saturday
evening next to choose delegation to the State
convention, may expect to hear of a grand
eruption and give-in from one of the parties.
The Hon. William l.. Marcy, late Secretary of
War, arrived here this morning from Norfolk, and
stopped at Barnum's, in Calvert street.
The back part of the Washington cotton factory,
at Canton, near the course, entirely de-
stroyed by fire between twelve and one O'Clock
to-day.
The wet weather has prevented heavy transac-
tons in the -four market. The sales were but 400
bbls. al SIS l2l for Howard street Nothing doing
in City Mills There is no change in corn; and
sales were making at yesterdays quotations.
An improvement has been manifested in the cof-
fee market; about 900 bags Rio sold at 8, a
10 cents per pound.
A large business has been doing in provisions,
and sales of pork are making at $40 20 for mess,
and s. s7l for prime.
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virxini. elections.

By telegraphic dispatches from Alex
andria last evening, we learn that in Al
exandria county, MASSEY, Wing, was
elected delegate by majority of 100
votes. For the Senate, LOVE, Wing, leads
THOMAS, Wing, 1870 votes. LOVE proba-
bly, elected. The majority in favor of the
convention is 447.
In Fairfax county there is little doubt
that STUART, Wing, has beaten WILLIAMS,
L. F., by considerable majority.
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The Ouachita (Arkansas) Herald publishes a
letter from this gentleman melancholy sub
ject. II will be found below.
"WAsHNGToS, March II, 1850.
''DEAa Sin: / received your obhging letter,
communicating the melancholy event Of the death
Of my brother. Porter Clay Prior 20 it's receipt, ]
had received the proceedings Of the Masonic Lodge
in your city, testifyng its respect 10 his memory.
am very grateful and thankful for the kindness
extended by you and others TO my lamentcd bro
thcr in his last illness and for the respect paid to
his remains in Camden, by the Masonic Order,
and other citizens My greatest consolation, in the
loss which ! have sustained, arises out OF the fact
that my brother had long been sincere, pious and
jealous Christian.
"For your kind and friendly expressions to-
wards me, personally, ! beg your acceptance Of
my respectful Acknowledgements.
IL am your friend and obedient servant,
eli. CLAY.
IN. l.. FARRIs, Esq"
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[ooanrsrosDrsor OF THE nErupLrc.l
ANNApoLIs. Anril 26. 1875.

ANNAPOLIS, April %, 1850.
The Court of Inquiry, upon assembling this morn
ing, farther examined Commodore Perry, to ascer-
tain whether he gave any ORDERS and what if any,
as stipulations between the Americsn forces and
the Mexican authorities at Alvarado, upon denying
and Withdrawing those previously entered into by
Captain Hunter.
Commodore Perry and Captain Hunter inform
ing the court, upon inquiry, that they had no far
Their questions to PROFOUND to witnesses in attend
ance, they were discharged.
The court then sat for some time with closed
doors; and, upon again opening, without transact
ing any business Of interest, adjourned till to-
morrow
II is understood that neither Captain Hunter nor
Commodore Perry will deain the court in conse-
quence of absent witnesses; and the probability is,
that the court will conclude its sitting Saturday
next.
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UNITED STATES MARINE HOSPITAL.

SEALED PROPOSALS will be received at the
- Office Of the Surveyor Of the port Of ST. LOUIS,
Missouri, until the 10Th Of May next, for the
ton Of MARINE HosPrrAL upon the lot Of ground
on which the Magazine now stands, south of the
Arsenal The bids will include the excavations,
masonry, and such portions of the carpenter work
il necessary while the walls are going up, with
the roofing of the building.
Specifications, with the plan Of the work, will be
exhibited until the day of letting
EDWARD WATTS, Superintendent.
ST.. LOUIS, April 18th, 1850. April 23--lw
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rrMBRELLasi UMBRELLAs,-

u sortment of handsome Umbrellas just opened
at JOHN III. GIBBS'S Fancy Store among which
will be found small Sizes suitable for summer
and for ladies' use.
Also, large variety of handsome Canes, gentle
mems Cravsts, Scarfs, Pocket Handkerchiefs, &c,
of the latest and most fashionable styles.
Fancy and Perfumery Store, Pennsylvania ave
nue., between 9th and 10th streets.
April 26-6tif Intel.
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CONCERT OF SACRED MUSIC.

rI,HE CHOIR of ST. Psul's English Lutheran
il Church, assisted by numerous Amateurs Of
the District, would respectfully inform the public
MONDAY EVENING NEXT, the 29th instant, in
the Church. corner of III and II tn Streets the pro-
ceeds 20 be applied 10 the liquidation Of the church
debt.
Tickets % cents; TO be had al the principal book
Doors open at .-conccrt 10 commence at eight
O'Clock. April 26-3t
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MIANTED.-By Lady every way eompeten

"ANTED.-By Lady every way competent
Wv to teach Music on the Piano Forte and
Guitar, situation in some Seminary south or
west, though the former would be preferred. She
has much experience in her profession, having
been employed in several of the most respectable
Seminaries. The most unquestionable references
given 10 character and capacity.
Any communication addressed, post paid 10 o.
p, Washington city post-ofhce will be promptly
attended TO. req. l5u
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ApriI l6-dtr- w&wly

NTOTICE.-AlI persons interested in the annual
IN assessment oftaxabe property in the city of
Washington for the year 1860 are hereby informed
that the Board Of Appeal will be in session in the
Assessors room, basement story, City Hall, on
Thursday, the 18th instant, from a I'M. TO 3p. m,
and will continue from day to day, Sunday except
cd during the hours, for the purpose OF hear
ing and deciding upon appeals, until the 2eth i'm
slant inclusive. Il. =. HARkNESS,
Secretary of the Board of Assessors
knril lO-dt26
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LINE TO CALIFORNIA, VIA
CHAGRES.
Carving the United States Mail.

- SATURDAY, April 81, at O'Clock.
<6ER p. M, from the pier foot OF Warren
street, en-. r., the new and elegant
double engine Steamship OHIO, James r schenck,
United States Navy commander, will be despatched
as above, with the Government mails for the West
Indies and the Pacific
The books are now open for passage TO Charles
ton, Savannah, Havana, New Orleans, and Cha
gres and for through tickets to San Francisco. To
secure through tickets, early application must be
made as only small number remain unengaged.
An experienced surgeon is attached 20 the Ohio.
The accommodations for passengers of each class
arc unsurpassed by any steamship aioat.
The passengers for Chagres are transferred at
Havana 10 the superior double-engine Steamship
Falcon, and proceed from Havana direct to Cha
gres.
RATES OF PASSAGE FROM NEW YORK TO
CHAGRES.
Standee berth 80. ..-'.''''' oo
Storage, found bed and separate table. %
RATES OF PASSAGE FROM PANAMA TO
SAN FRANCISCO.
State room berth. .....,......:: SUI
Storage berths, found bed and separate table $50
RATES OF PASSAGE.
To Havana. To N Orleans.
State-room berths. ........... so 90
Standee berth, forward cabin 55 %
Storage, found bed and board 25 20
Freight 20 New Orleans will be taken at 20 cents
per cubic foot The bills Of lading must all be
signed on board the vessel the day before sailing
For freight or passage, apply to
Apr Is-td lis West street, New York.
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surcrpE.-The body Of j. M. voris, gentleman
who had resided in Baton Rouge (Lousiana) for
seven or eight months, and whose family resides in
Houma, parish Of Terrebonne, Of which parish he
was formerly sheriff, found in the woods, near
Baton Rouge. on the sth instant, with his skull
fractured from the discharge Of revolver. The
coroner's jury found that he had committed sui
eide.
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THURSDAY, April 25, 1859.
No. &c. X. Lyle ct al, plaintiffs an error, vs.. The
State of Arkansas ct aI.-The argument OF this
cause was continued by Mr. Lawrence for the plain
tfs in error, and by Mr.. Sebastian for the defend
ants in error.
Adjourned Until to- morrow, IL O'Clock, a. Ill.
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DLANNETT's BITTERs.-Thisa article Is high.
L Iv recommended for the cure Of dyspepsia, in
digestion, hatulency, general debility, liver Gem
plants, and all the train OF symptoms commonly
called nervous affections. IL is one Of the most de
sirable tonicG ever offered 10 the public IL creates
a healthy action throughout the system, restores
the appetite equalizcs the circulation, gives tone
and energy 10 the system, and creates power oil
resistance TO diseases rarely obtained IL rs pure
lv vegetable composition and recommends itself 10
the attention Of those suffering from the above dis
orders.
For sale by n. 5. PArTERsoS and u. ID. w
II. GILMAN, Washington, ID. G. Orders received
by the general agents for the proprietor,
VIM. IT. HICKS CO,
I49 and ISL Front streets. New York.
Anil I6 wI
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The UNIoN-KESTUcKy AND ISDIAsA.-The
reader will remember the beautiful correspondence
published some months ago between the Governors
of Kentucky and Indiana on an invitation Of the
former TO the latter 10 visit indianapolis. The fine
spirit displayed in the correspondence was the more
worthy, ON the part Of each, because the distin-
guished writer's of opposing political parties.
Il seems, from the subjoined notice in the Indian
apolis State Journal of the 18th, that Governor Crit
tenden has accepted the invitation of the Governor
Of Indiana, and that Union meeting is TO follow
the event. We sincerely rejoice in these displays
of comfy and fraternal regard exhibited by the
chief executive officers of the two sister States:
awe are gratifed TO hear that Governor Critten-
den has accepted Governor Wright's kind invita-
ton, and that he is expected to arrive at ndanap
oils on Tuesday, the 2sth of May. IL is contem'
plated to hold Union meeting on wednesday, the
both of May, at which time both the circuit and
district courts the United States and the supreme
court will be in session, when shall expect citi-
gems from various parts Of the State. We
thorized 10 say that a preliminary meeting will be
held at the court house on Saturday, the 4th day
Of May, at O'Clock, p. m, to make arrangements
for the meeting Of the 18th Of May, at which time
we hope TO see our citizens, Of all political parties
present.-MaysriHe Eagle
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Hon. THos. BUTLER KISo,
Hon. WILLIAM NJ. GwIS,
Hon. j. G. FRENoST. Apr. 9-lmh
STRAW MATTINes. FLOOR oIL-cLoTHs,
Sc. Sc.
WE have now in store, and will sell ON the most
w accommodating terms
80 pieces very superior Canton Mating, perfectly
fresh
5 Sheets extra heavy and very rich Floor Oil
cloth
% pieces new styles Oil cloths, low priced
25 pieces superior 3-ply Csrpetng, very cheap
$50 pieces superior double ingram do, from auc'
ton
50 pieces superior double ingram do, very cheap
- very rich Bordered Crumb Cloths
25 pieces Buff and White Blind Linen, all widths
80 very rich Chenele and Tuftcd Rugs
so sets Extra Rich Muslin Curtains
25 sets Extra Rich Lace Curtains
90 pieces Embroidered Curtain Muslin, low priced.
Also, every variety Of Linen Sheeungs, PILLOW
and Bolster Linens, Table Damask, Towels, nap.
kins, Fur Dimities, French Fur Chintz' iao'e ana
Piano Covers, Fur Oil-cloths, &c, &c.
To all of which we invite the special attention OF
housekeepers before making their purchases else
where AZ we are determined 20 sell cheap.
p. H. H0OE co.
April 3-d4wif IUnionl
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OF those discharged in Mexico, above stated,
in number goo. very few have been heard Of II is
supposed that most Of them died, being sick when
discharged.
OF those known 10 be living, numbering LOG,
nearly all are broken down by disease, hardships,
wounds received in the campaign, and are
unable TO support themselves.
OF the 100 Of whom can learn nothing, we
suppose the most have died, and many doubtless
gone away, IL may be, TO California.
We have discovered Is widows who are all in a
destitute condition, and about 20 children likewise
situated. The of Lieutenant Boyle, of compa-
ny G., is peculiarly touching. Soon after he left for
he Of war, his afflicted wife, broken hearted,
died, leaving five children At the close Of the
Lieutenant Boyle returned, bcreaved Of his wife,
and broken down i'm constitution. In short time
he died. leaving four children. Two of them
in the orphan asylum, and two are now in
New York
"Many and distressing have been the instances
Of suffering which have come under our knowledge
among those who have reached their native land.
Two have died, we learn from correct authority,
from actual starvation. Numbers have died in the
hospital and the almsbouse, and, until quite recent
y, the misery Of the relics Of the LIST regiment Of
the New York volunteers has been comparatively
unnoticed. We are glad 10 know, however, that
lately temporary fund, affording partial relief,
has been established"
What sermon IL this upon war. And this is
the report Of the victors and the invaders. Think
of the misery, the ruin the destruction Of the
quered and the invaded Providence Journal.
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i Others.-A first rate chance is offered to any
person DESTROYS of establishing himself in the Hair
dressing, Shaving, and Gentiemen's Furnishing
Business the subscriber being anxious to dis
pose of old established and lucrative in
the above line His business at his Fancy Store
quires so much of his time to prevent his giving
that attention TO the above business which it re-
quires.
For particulars apply to JNO. H. GIBBS, Hair
dressing Saloon, Sixth Street, National Hotel,
Washington, ID. c.
Proposals received until the 9th Of May.
Anr1
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ODD FELLOWS HALL.
CHANGE OF EXHIBITION.
Lewis's Panorama OF the Mississippi.
Hirxf Niahi Of fh1 4 n.us, R..,ex

CH N OE UF \ III BITIUN N.
Lewis's Panorama OF the Mississippi.
First Night Of the Lolor RiosT.
THIS great work, being continuation of the one
time on
TUESDAY, 10th April.
The picture commences with hne view OF the
Gulf Of Mexico, with two of the Mouths of the Mis-
sssippi, and giving faithful views of New Orleans,
Natchez, General Taylor's Plantation, Vicksburg,
Memphis, and every point of interest the route;
terminating with faithful and magnificent pic
ture OF the great Fire in st. Louis on the 18th May
last.
To give all an opportunity of Witnessing both
portions OF these Panoramas, they will be exhibited
| ON alternate nights, as follows:
The Upper Riuer-Monday, Wednesday, Friday.
Inc Looer Rice-Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.
Tickets % cents; children half price.
Afternoon performance on Wednesday and Fri
day, beginning at o'clock.
Liberal arrangements made for schools.
Anril I5-tf
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SENATE

The VICE PRESIDENT laid before the Senate
the following communication from the Secretary of
State:
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WASHINGTON AND ALEXANDRIA BOAT.
New stenmboat Thomas COIIyer.

IL Ia The hours Of departure for the
tc1aYH$ present of this boat, are as follows,
q = and she will leave punctualiy ac-
cording to the advertisement, commencing on
TUESDAY morning, the 23d of April.
Leave Alexandria at I, 81, 10, LII, a. m; l, q,
4, 81, p. m.
-, AZ, g., p. m.
As the season advances, she will make a later
trip from Alexandria and Washington.
In connexion with this boat is line Of new Om-
nibuses Through tickets from any part of the
avenue (between the Capitol and Treasury Depart
menD at 1872 cents.
Passage on the boat alone ~ cents.
AnriI 52-dly JOB CORSON, Captain.
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The TERRIBLE REsULTs OF WAR.-The following
sad statistics, collected bya committee of the Legis
laturc of New York, bring fairly before the ter
ribe results Of war We accustomed 10 look
upon a battle a dreadful thing; but the actual
carnage Of battle s of the least Of the evils of
war. The deaths by disease, by exposure, and the
thousand incidents Of war, are FAR more numerous,
and of those who survive, many linger out useless
and melancholy lives, with broken constitutions
and ruined hopes. The moral evils far beyond
calculation.
The New York regiment consisted Of sos men.
n ~ L.. iii..cr
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BURGOYNE d CO.. bankers.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.

Reference in Washington City:
Hon. THos. BUTLER KISG,
Hon. WILLIAM NJ. GwIS,
Hon. ]. G. FRENoST. Apr. 9-lmh
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VYJAGNER & HIGGINS, WHOLEsALE
w Manufacturers of fine Rosewood, Walnut.
and Mahogany Tete Tete, Swept back, Gothic,
and other rich Antique and Modern Furniture.
Store, 205 Bowery; factory, Nos. "a, and 8,
Attorney street, New York. April ls-d3m
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Re(e Itiop OF the French Stufsser by the
PIestdent Of the unts.s States.
IFrppo tn. pa-htns ton R@puoii, y.ren

From tine " ashiu gton Republic. Msron IL
MIR krutst Andre Olivier de Bots 10. Comts.
Commander OF the National order Of IN. Legion OF
Honor. Grand Cror Of the Royal Orders Of 81. Msu
rice ard Lszsgus of Sardinia, Lon der IN. RIDER
81 lsabtLs the Jstbolic Chevrisr OF tue Number tx
binary CT the Noble ana Disting order Of
Charles M a Spain sceou,T suisd by Mr. Bourboulon
the Secretary OF the french Legation. yesterday
prceped TO The PRESIDENT Of the tnit-d States
Secretary Of state no was accom- panied by all sss
Ministers ct the Cabinet the Envoy Extraorin
ana Minister renipotsntiaty Of thu french Republic
Upon delivering hts letter ~ oredepoe the Minister sd
dIestsd the President In the tolloNiug terms:-
MIR. PHgsnEsr--ln coDhaiug 10 noe the mission
which fulfil you, tbs PTesidspt or tia french
republic bss conferred N double honor -thst
Of representing my country near the noble Anisr-
can nation, aud that OF re establishing the r.la-
tions, momeEtsr,iy interrupted b-t~ssn toe two
governments. Allow NE. Ar. President, TO fslici.
tate nJtef en- hsstns TO perform u duty 80 desr TO
my heart ara 20 express 10 you the hope that
Misunderstanding viii 10 future disturb the union
which exists between two nations bound together by
many sympathiss What U-ber term could I, IN
fact Fnply 20 any thing when might eudapxrr
In Appearance, relations founosd upon sen.
timents 81 gepefosity go real and 20 solid France
var the trst g. support American Independence by
ard TO recognise 10 by treaties aud the blood
Of her children u mingled IN this land wish
that e the Martyrs o. lite Independence. The govern
Eent Ct the United states, lite psrt the nrst
to recognize tn. trenoh republic when IL had been
freely proclaimed by France. Would 10 not be
spec scle painful TO humanity, and dspiorsble for
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