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From the Providence Journal.
The Secretaries, Reports.

We have published them all in full because, in
connexion with the Presidents message, they pre-
sent an unusually clear account of the condition OF
public affairs, foreign and domestic and because
in this country it is desirable that every citizen
should make himself familiar with the administra-
tive affairs Of the Government. They are docr-
ments to which any friend of the Administration
and of the country may refer with pleasure and
with pride. They will bear most favorable COM
parison with any which have been placed before the
public for many years.
Mr.. Meredith's argument upon the constitu-
tonality and the policy of duties for the protection
of American industry is clear. concise, and, it
seems 10 us, unanswerable. We notice that the
Locofoco papers abuse it, but make no reply to it..
They find it easier to call the arguments stale and
worn out than to refutc them. The exposition of
the finances, if it be not very satisfactoryth
to the cxtravagant and wasteful Administration
which has gone OUTS ineligible, and thatis a
quality which the reports from the Departments
have not seldom wanted.
The report Of the Secretary of the Interior is
especially interesting, as it embraces some new
Objects and gives greater prominence to some old
ones. violent attack is to be made on this De-
partment, but do not believe that ii can be over
thrown. Ithas long been demanded and only needs
trial to prove all that has been expected Of it,
The suggestions Of the Secretary Of War and the
Secretary Of the Navy judcious, and will COM
mand the attention ofCongress and of the country.
The alteration in the grades of rank, and the pro-
vision OF retired list are particularly required.
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THE ApKLpHI.--An excellent bill IS presented to-
night at the Adelphi 10 which we refer readers
in the advertising columns The admirable acting
Of Mics Tyrrell and Mr.. Cartlitch properly APP
preciated, and we know Of no stock actors ever
performing in this city who have obtained largely
Of the public favor.
THE PASoRAMA.-Bayne's Panorama nj Odd
Fellows Hall continues TO hold its popularity and
the room is filed nightly with those bent a
Voyage 10 Europe" We learn, and with regret,
that this exhibition will close in few days.
The srRENADERs tonight present very attract
i've bill, which Is calculated 10 please those who
like mirth and pleasure. The time Of their per
formances is drawing 10 close, and we suggest TO
those who have not heard these admirable min
strels not TO neglect the present opportunity.
CRIMINAL CovRr-January 3, 1850 - United State,
w. Barney PGr,ons, indicted for assault. YER
dict, guilty.
United Staiss W. EhaS LOmaf, free negro-ls lar
ceny. Verdict, not guilty.
United States vs.. ". Hicks, George W. Ridgelsy,
JOHN 7Hruston, Joseph Jackson, free negroes--in-
dicted for riot. Verdict, guilty, and sentenced
each TO pay eight dollars
United Stairs VS.. W. A. Wsbsir, n. Downing.
and Alfrsd Fergscr--riot. verdict, not guilty.
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o. Penmanship for the Million. %
FORTUNE AND EMPLOYMENT GAINED BY THOSE WHO
WRITE A EIRsr-RArE HAND.
Or Terms moderate, and greatly rsduced.-c
10 f. OPENING OF MR. BRISTOW'S National
N Writing Establishment for pupils of ALL ACES,
Pennsylvania avenue, over Carusi's music store.
eJ- To gentlemen of the different Government
Departments, the corps diplomatic, and the inhabi-
tants OF Washington in general:
MIR BRiSTOW, Finishing Writing Master, re-
specially announces his RETURN from Rich
mond and feels the utmost pleasure of having the
honor, once more, Of presenting his admired and
superior system Of Pcnmanshp TO the ladies and
gentlemen OF this city who his visit last season,
generously welcomed his arrival with their kind
ness, confidence and patronage
The decided success the immensely of Mr. BIS
practice for twenty five years past and the univer-
sal estimation in which his method of teaching is
ANTEE for every one, YOUTH and AGE, to attend his
classes, now OPEN DAY AND EVENING, already in
actiue session. Mr. b. politely invites early appl-
cation, as his stay will be limited.
GENTLEMEN of all occupations are positively
taught plendd business hand, at once fluent,
BOLD, RAPID, clear and manly stye--no matter
how BAD, illegible cramped the writing may be-
THE LADIES meet at reserved hours; they ac-
qure beautiful, free, graceful truly delicate and
feminine hand, the only form approved of for epis-
tolary writing. (See specimens at the door, be-
tween 18th and 18th streets, north side.) PRIvATE
tuition given.
N. b. Lord Bacon says: GOOD writing is like
good address to a person: it is letter Of credit
and recommendation.
- Mr.. B. is to be seen from a. m. TO o. m,
or to p. m.
o. VIsITERs to the city can take course of
twelve lessons in four days Dec. H-dlm
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MURDERoUs AFFRAY.--A desperate affray took
place at Shreveport on the Goth instant resulting in
the death of both the combatants, DR.. Green and
Mr.. Daniel Hester. The details are as follows: On
Tuesday the 18th instant, both gentlemen met at
the Commercial hotel. DR.. Green approached Mr..
Hester, and was offering him his hand in the most
cordial manner, when Mr.. Hester slapped him in
the face. The Doctor asked him what he meant
santly placed his hand in his bosom, if to draw
weapon. DIR. Green exclaimed, 81 am not
armedn' Mr.. Hester told him to GO and arm him.
SELF words to that import The parties then sep
arated, and N the evening Mr.. Hester left town
and went home. On Thursday he returned, and
several notes, not amounting to challenge OH
either side, passed between the parties, in one Of
which, it is said, DIR. Green informed Mr. Hester
that after nine O'Clock Friday he would be ready
to fight him in any way. On Thursday, about four
o'clock, p M, Mr.. Hester, without notifying any
one, 80 far as known, went to the back door OF Dr.
Green's room, pushed il open, and instantly fired
twice at the Doctor OF the shots taking effect
in his side. DR. Green sprang to his feet, pistol in
hand, and fired at Mr.. Hester the shot taking effect
also in his side He then threw his pistol striking
Mr.. H. on the head, drew bowie knife, stabbed
him four or five times, once in the breast, and Mr..
Hester fell and Immediately expired. DIR. Green
lived till two O'Clock that night.
No cause for this melancholy affair is known.
Dr. Green protested, after he received his death
wound, that he was ignorant of the Of MIR.
Hester's hostility towards him. Both gentlemen
had previously been the most intimate friends po-
litcally and personally, and of high standing
in the community.-N o. Picaylns, Dec. &C.
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MISUNDERSTANDING DRY GOODS.

MISUNDERSTANDING DRY OOODs'
TIME subscribers have now in store a full and
Il complete assortment Of furnishing goods, of
every description, in their line, such as
% pieces English and French Velvet Carpeting
80 pieces English Brussels Carpeting, ofthe latest
styles
rs pieces Imperial Three-ply Carpeting, of the
latest styles
rs pieces Brussels, Tapestry, Royal, Twilled and
Plain Venetian Carpeting, for halls and stairs
80 pieces superior Ingram Carpeting, Lowell man.
ufacture
10 pieces fine and common Ingram Carpeting
8 full sheets very superior English Oil Cloths, en-
tirely new designs, which will be cut for any
size or shaped hall room, an one entire
piece
$50 pairs superfne Bed Blankets of every size from
S-4 to IA
75white and colored Marseilles Quilts, very hand
80 white and striped Counterpanes, low priced
Is pieces Table Damasks, superior fine
10 pieces Table Diapers, low priced
Sd, l0-4, 1874, and IA Satin Damask Table
Cloths
100 dozen Satin Damask Table Napkins
Also, Piano and Table Covers, Toilet Covers,
Towellings, Linen and Cotton Sheetings, &c, &c.
All of which have been selected with great care,
and will be offered upon the most accommodating
terms. p. H. HOOE CO.
Jan. 2-f tUnionl
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The Hon. Bale Peyton mt Panama.

BY the late arrival of the Empire City at New
York, we have received copies of the Panama Echo
Of the LIST of December, and of the Panama Star OF
the 4th. The Hon. BALE PEyToN, Minister to the
republic of Chill, accompanied by his daughter,
had arrived in Panama, and, being too late TO pro-
cure passage on board the British steamer New
Grenada had to larry in that city until the depar
ture of the next steamer, the 9th of December,
when he will proceed TO Valparaiso, and thence to
Santiago The civilities of the city were rendered
him by the Governor Of Panama.
The citizens of the United States sojourning at
Panama, wishing to offer some mark Of respect to
their country Envoy and Minister Plenipotentiary,
invited him to public dinner, which came off at
the American hotel, on the evening of the LIST De-
cember Among the toasts were the following:
/. Our Country and its Constitution
2. The President of the United States.
8. Our Navy.
4. Our Army
s. Our distinguished countryman and guest,
Balie Peyton: As statesman in the Congress OF
the United States, United States attorney for the
district of New Orleans under President Harrison,
volunteer aid to General Worth in the battles OF
Mexico, he has obtained for himself the admiration
fhis countrymen and the confidence of our Presi-
dent, General Taylor.
b. HIS excellency Don Jose de Obaldia, Governor
of the republic of New Grenada: The friend Of the
American emgrant
Z. American enterprise.
To the fifth regular toast Mr.. Peyton replied in
speech occupying about half an hour in its deliv-
cry, during which he frequently interrupted
by the cheering of his countrymen. His advisatory
remarks to his emigrating fellow citizens were well
adapted to the occasion, and met with response
in the bosom of every man present.
Governor Obaldia replied to the sixth toast, and
complimented the republic of the United States,
her statesmen and philosophers. Washington, he
said, was the greatest of men; and Franklin and
Jefferson also shared his admiration. He hoped
and believed that their influence would last forever.
He considered that the example of the United States
had given existence to Bolivia, New Grenada, and
other South American republics. In conclusion his
excellency gave
''The successful mission of Col. Peyton.'
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GRAND CONCERT OF

VOCAL AND INSTRU MENTAL MUSIC by Pro
Y fessor RwoRT, his three Daughters and
Son, at Carusi's Saloon, ON
THURSDAY EVENING, JAN. Sd, 1880.
PRoeRAMME-PART FrRsT.
l. Overture Figaro, by Mozart, arranged as quar-
ltette, and performed by the family.
g. Little Maid-song, by Miss Caroline, with quar-
tette accompaniment, by her Sisters and Bro
Their
g. Hail Columbia and Yankee Doodle, with varia-
tons, arranged ~ quartette, by g. II. Dcrwort.
4. Old Virginia, glee song, by the family, with
quartctte accompaniment.
g. The Childrens' Chorus, composed expressly for
the children, by gentleman in Washington.
PART sEcoND.
l. instrumental Piece from Fra Diavolo, by Auber,
where a father gives his blessings 10 bis children.
g. Rosa Lee, or Don't be foolish, Joc-a glee. with
quartette accompaniment.
3. Duct, "Come with thy Lutte TO the Fountain, -
Song, by Miss Marian and Caroline.
T. Polonaise, violin solo by Miss Marian, accom-
paniment by her Father and Brother.
5. The New Year-composed expressly for the
children, by gentleman in Warrington.
Tickets Fifty Ccnts-Thrcc tickets for dollar.
Children half price.
Doors open at halfpast. 7-Conoert to commences
at : O'Clock.
Tickets 10 be had at all the Hotels and Music
Stores Jan. 1-dtf
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Telegraphic.

HARRISBURG, Jan. 2.
No inconsiderable excitement prevailed in this
usually quiet borough last night, occasioned by
the result Of the election for Speaker in the Senate
yesterday. The new Speaker, Valentine Best, OF
Columbia county, who was elected by Wing vote,
is, Of course, considered a seceder from the De-
mocratic party, by whom he sent here.
portion of the discounted Democrats antici-
pated the getting Of procession for the bestowal
of Pickwickihn honors, &c, and hence the gather
ing and commotion of the evening.
In the Senate Chamber yesterday, when Mr. Best
gave the final vote, by which he elected himself il
was followed by storm Of laughter and hisses
from all parts OF the Chamber.
A despatch from Columbus, Ohio, of January
I'd, says: " The discussion in the Senate to-day,
relative 10 the contested seats from Hamilton
county, avery exciting ono, and there is every
indication that the struggle will be protractcd-
both parties seemingly disposed TO contend strongly
for their rights.
"Thc Governors message will not, Of course,
be delivered until the organization is completed"
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by ED. G. & g. y. DYER. Auctionesrs.
HOLIDAY sALEs.-Rich French China Tea

BY ED. G. q q. y. DYER. Auctioneers.
HOLIDAY sALEs.-Rich French China Tea
III and Coffee Sets
Tete-a -tete Sets, Vases, Baskets, sc.
Dresden platins antique Vases, Pitchers, Tank
ards
Butter Tubs. Tea Csddes, Card Receivers. Bias.
kets, &c.
Lava Ware. Bohemian cut Glass Ware
Silver-plated Ware, Solar Lsmps, Girandoles
Papier MAchc, rosewood, ebony. and mother Of
pearl Work Boxes, Gard Baskets, &c.
Chinese Tea Poys, Tea Caddies, Tea Trays,
Coasters, &c.
Mantel Clocks, Mantel Ornaments
Rich Jcwelry, consisting Of
Gold Pencil Cases. Gold Eyeglasses and Jockcts
Gold Daguerreotype Gases, gold Breastpins
Gold Bracelets, Silver Combs, Opera Glasses
Silver and Pearl Butter Knives, Biiou Articles &C
On Friday evening, December ~ we shall com
meDce by catalogue, and continue every evening
until all IL disposed Of assortment of the above
described very elegant articles selected expressly
for holiday presents. The attention Of the public
is respectfully invited 10 this our last grand fancy
sale for this season.
Terms: Under $50 cash; over $50 a credit Of
two and four months, for notes satisfactorily en-
dorsed, bearing interest.
n. n. No postponement on account of the weather.
+. G. G.. r. DYER,
Dec. I'D Auctioneers.
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Law LEcTUREs.-The Hon. EDWARD BATES was
recently to deliver lecture before the members of
the bar in St Louis, upon the profession of Law
in Missouri, with sketches Of some of the early
members of the Bar deceased" The known
ability of the lecturer, the richness of the theme,
and the interest which one who has been associated
for thirty five years with all the prominent mem
bers of his profession could throw around the sub
ject, were calculated to ensure a large audience
and highly interesting lecture.
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Editor Of the Mirror. New York.

GEN. SHIELDS ON THE wftMoT PRoyIso.-
Yicksburg Miss Wig announces. upon the au-
thority Of Gen. Quitman, Governor elect Of Misss-
sippi, that Gen. Shields is not Free-Soer, or in
favor Of the wilmot proviso. In letter TO Gen.
Quitman the Illinois Senator says, 10 charge him
with proviso views sis vils sandr Of his enemies
memphis Eagle.
We never made any such announcement. Gen.
Qutrnan must have an enormous bump Of credu-
lily IL he can believe what Shields is made TO say in
the above extract, since the recent canvass or Sen
ator in Illinois, during which he pledged himself
fully to the Free Soil platform for The sake oil OBJ
tanning Free-So votes Vicksbtrg Wing
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One hundred and six votes were necessary TO a
choice ON the second trial But two votes were re-
quired for the election Of MIR. FoRNEv.
MIR. EVANS, of Maryland, moved that there be
a all of tho House. This was decided in the mega
tive, by tcllcrs--aycs SO, noes 80.
Mr.. STEPHENS, Of Georgia, asked for the yeas
and nays the question.
They were ordered; and being taken, resulted
yeas i0l, nays lola tie.
The SPEAKER voted in the negative; and The
question was lost.
Mr.. EVANS, of Maryland, moved that the House
adjourn; whcreupon the yeas and nays were taken.
The question was decided in the negative-95 10
1903.
Mr.. SCHENCK moved that there be call OF the
House.
The question determined in the Affirmative
yeas 104, nays l0l.
And then, on motion Of Mr.. WILLIAMS,
The House adjourned.
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The Harrisburg keystone notices the erection, in
the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, of an
ingenious time-saving machine 1t is called "the
Vor Populi or Legislative telegraph" Its practi-
cal operation is thus described The introduction
of similar machine into the lower House of Con-
gross would greatly facilitate its business
"By this invention the members all enabled
to vote at once by the of wires which pass from
their desks through the floor of the hall, and, con-
centrating at point beneath the side of the clerks
desk pass up through the floor to handsomely
and nays arc placed There are two wires to each
desk By pressing Of them, the list of yeas
and nays are pierced the yea side, and by using
the other the nay side is pierced. The whole vote
may thus be taken in an instant and as many lists
as may be convenient marked at the same time.
The clerk then reads the vote from the list in the
same manner he does after a call Of the yeas and
nays, when the House learns how every member has
voted. The merit claimed for il is the saving OF
time in taking the yeas and nays"
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PnISTEn TURNED ParrsT.-on Friday, the
odd Of November, at Christ church, Gardner, Estate
of Maine,) the Rev. Edwin w. Murray, minister OF
81. Johns church, Dresden, was admitted TO the
order Of the priesthood. Morning prayer was read
by the Rev. Croswell and Gardiner the candidate
was presented by the Rev. Mr.. Borgess.; and those
three presbyters united with the bishop the inn
position Of hands. The sermon by the bishop.
from the ordination of elders by Paul and Barns-
bas.-- Chrisfinn Witness.
The Rev. Mr.. Murray, we arc proud 10 an
nounce, served his apprenticeship TO the printing
business in this establishment. Petersburg (pa.)
TufeiIsreurer
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READ.

TUST received Letter from President Taylor in
81 favor of Mrs JERvIS'S COLD CANDY.
wAsHINeToS, Dec. goth, Is49.
Mas. w. JERvIs:
Dear Madam--You will please accept my best
thanks for the box Of your Cold Candy which you
kindly sent me. shall resort 10 ifs use ruth enKAT
Conscience IN Irs EFFIcAoy for the alienation Of
coughs and colds.
remain, very respectfully, your friend and ser
want, n. TAYLOR.
Manufactured and sold by Mrs. w. JERVIs, the
Proprictress 366 Broadway, New York.
Sold wholesale and retail by y. ID. 4 w. IA. GIL
MAN, Druggists, Pennsylvania avenue; and sold
by Druggists generally. Dec. T-d1m
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A Splendid Fortune may be gained by an
Outlay OF fIO or f5.
pIetropoIitan Portrait club


Metropolitan Portrait Club.
Offices, 80 Albany Road, London, England.
YNHE Directors beg to announce that there will
i be drawn for Grand Series of Portraits of all
horses entered for the forthcoming
GREAT DERBY RACE
The drawing will be conducted upon those hon.
orable principles which have hitherto given great
satisfaction, and secured to the above Association
such extensive patronage; and that while the past
success and high estimation in which the Club is
held subjects of pleasing congratuation to the
projectors they encourage endeavors for still fur
ther development of their plan. For the future,
therefore, the number of prizes will be extended to
tho portraits of all horses that entered for each
particular race--Non- Starters as well as Winners
and Starters. The following list is now open;
5000 Members to each Glass.
FIRST CLASS, GlO. ID DITTO, f5. 81 DITTO, FL.
Parties can have one or more shares in each or
either of the different classes.
Those Members who draw the portraits OF first,
second, and third Horses the other starting Horses,
also those that do not start (but which are entered
for the Race,) will receive the following prizes.
The drawing will take place ten days before the
Races
Portrait of First Hora.--First Class, EGO, 900:
Second Class, 10000; Third Glass; f2 900.
Portrait Of Second Horse First Class. 10000;
Second Glass; f5,0O0 Third Class, fl 900.
Portrait Of Third Horse.--First Class; $4,000;
Second Class, f2 500; Third Class, E5O0.
Dipided amongst the Portraits Of Starters.-Frst
Class, $4,000; Second Class, f2,500; Third Class.
E500.
Divided amongst the Portraits Of Non Starfns-
First Class, 10000; Second Class, $4,000; Third
Class, fl 900.
The number of prizes to be distributed in each
Class 209, that being the number of horses en-
tered for the race. llletters to contain remit
lance, drafts, bank notes. &C., addressed and made
payable to the Managing Director,
JOHN BURRIDGE, esq.,,
81 Albany Road, London, England.
Numbers forwarded Immediately on receipt of a
sent with the fortunate numbers to each subscriber
that he may know his position, and whether or
not he be one of the fortunate. Office commissions
u per cent, to be deducted from the above prizes
Jan. 3--dtfif
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From the Nec York Mirror.
The FranktnR Privilege OF POstmaa ters.

The information contained in the following letter
from the Second Assistant Postmaster General is
important 10 the public in general, and 10 news
paper publishers in particular. We trust IL will
relieve all deputy postmasters from any further
conscientious scruples" in regard 10 ranking re-
mittances for newspaper subscriptions:
New YoRK MnRoR OFFICE, ls49.
DEAR SIR; The enclosed paragraph, stating that
deputy postmasters are not permitted by law 10 for
postage, I have republished in the Mirror, though
doubling that the authority comes, as stated from
the Assistant Postmaster General. have taken the
liberty, therefore, to inquire If the statement put
forth in the paragraph alluded TO has received the
official sanction Of the department. In the hope
that such oppressive construction has been put
upon the law, or rather that no such law exists,
have the honor TO remain,
Your friend and servant,
ii. FULLER
To Hon. FITz HENRy WARREN,
Assistant p. M General Washington.
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WASHINGTON ASSEMBLIES.

MEMBERS Of Congress who wish 70 subscribe
wi TO the Assembly Balls, are informed that sub
scripton books will be left at the City and National
Hotels and with the Postmaster Of the House of Re
representatives..
Subscribers desiring invitations for ladies will
please leave the names with the Invitation Com
mittee, corner Of r and I4th streets.
Jan. 4-3tif
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coRnEspoNDrScr OF THE REPUBLIC.

BALTIMORE, Jan. SIS p. m.
The trial of George H. Hickman, charged with,
forging land warrants, is now progressing in the
United States district court in this city, but far
as the evidence has proceeded, there is nothing to
justify the charge.
The Rev. Dr. Johns, rector of Christ church, in
this city, received anonymously, ON New Years
day, one hundred dollars as a contribution to the
Maryland branch of the American Tract Society.
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ARRIVAL or M. DE CsssAc.--Among the arrivals
by the last steamer from Europe was NJ dc Ccssac,
son Of the distinguished minister Of war and mem
Der Of the institute during the empire. He " re-
lation OF the brothers Montcsquieu, whose sad affair
at st. Louis has created deep interest in France,
and he visits the United States 10 render them such
aid as the circumstances of the case may permit.
He had letters OF introduction 10 several gentlemen
of Boston, but left yesterday afternoon TOR Wash
ington, whence he will proceed direct TO st. Louis.
Among the persons in France who interested them
selves in introducing him 10 our countrymen is Nj.
de Tocuueville. - B0sf0n Transcript.