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BALTIMORE, Oct 10 p. m.
Every thing is quiet here TO- day. We have bad
1t unusually warm since morning. Now, plea.
SAINT shower Of rain is falling.
There il great anxiety with our musical adj
mirers to know when the inimitsble Jenny Lind
will make her appearance in Baltimore. Mr..
Barnum, who controls her movements, has not yet
fixed upon a time. have heard II stated, however,
on pretty good authority, that enc will probably
visit Baltimore during next month. She will draw
full houses here but doubt If any Of our citizens
be found so foolish AZ TO give $3.50 for a scat.
There is good deal Of humbug about this matter
Of paying such an unreasonable sum for the prize
seats or tickets TO her concerts. Bsrnum under
stands the game.
Andrew w. Hopkins, convicted at the United
States District Court some time ago for passing
counterfeit half dollars, has received an uncond.
tional pardon from the President Of the United
States.
Several noted pckpookets have been seen in at
tendance at the Mechanics Fair, now progressing
in our city. They we're closely watched
Our market is steady Sales 700 barrels city
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NAvAL.-The United States steamer Ssranac,
Captain Tattnsll, left the hayward yesterday Mt
quarter before noon. for New York. and in three
hours after was abreast Of Cape Henry. large
party Of ladies and gentlemen made an excursion
in her by invitation, and most Hospitality en-
ertsined by Der gallant and gcntlemanly com
mander and his oflieers. The day one Of the
finest Of the Indian summer, and the TIP was a
most delightful one. We have barely time 10 state,
Saranac of Cape Henry at three O'Clock, and came
up in that nice little steamer, the Engineer, Sec
ond Master Olnstead, delighted with their trip,
and with the splendid steamer which had afforded
them 90 much enjoyment. Tomorrow evening
the saranac will be in New York, where che is 70
be fitted out for the East india station, and will be
absent two or three years.-NoJoK Herald, 10Th.
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the America for the following telegraphic despatch
received at Liverpool just previous to the departure
of the steamer.
PARIS, FRIDAv.-A communication respecting
the accident at Pernambuco has appeared in the
French papers, from the French Admiral, which
gives a we'll grounded hope that the Brazilian gov
eminent will accord the satislac ton demanded by
the government of France.
The Overland India Mail.
The Overland India Mail arrived in Liverpool on
the 4th inst, at noon. The general news is i'm
portant.
Cotton, in the export market, has advanced from
80 a 40 per cent. in value within the last four
months, and is now yielding handsome profit TO
the dealers. Large purchases have nevertheless
been made for the English market, in all not less
than 5000 TO 20, 900 bales
Since the date of our last report of the 25th ut.,
freights TO Great Britain have not improved, and
the market has not been active till within the last
few days, when there has been a considerable de-
sire shown to secure tonnage at the prevailing
rates, 81 D. sd. TO e. 80. per ton TO all parts of
Great Britain
Money continues abundant, and exchange on
England favorable for remittances.
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THE REPU BLIC.

mills and Howard street -four at 81 $50, Red
wheat 80 a 100 cents. White corn oil 81; yellow
OF a % cents. Oats 80 cents.
There is very active feeling in the tobacco mar
ket caused by the reported injury to the crops in
various States by recent frosts Prices are tending
upwards, and holders not much disposed to SELL
The supply is light
Provisions advancing. Mess pork Sll 25
Stocks steady. Sales of 270 shares Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad at 49, sll, cash and time; Md. 6s
1903 bid.
A despatch just now from New York rules cot
ton rather dull and sales of 100 bales Flour quiet;
rather dropping. Grain unchanged. Stocks firm;
U. S. 6's of 1868, coupons, llsk offered.
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The PRESIDENTIAL MANsIor.-when President
FILLMORE entered upon the duties OF his station in
July last, for reasons satisfactory 10 himself he
made his abode at a pleasant residonco in ono OF
the most delightful situation, in the void. upon
the hcigha Of Georgetown and straightwsy rea-
son ior This choice was sought by letter writers and
Others and Of course the unhcathine.s Of the Pres
idontisl mansion was pronounced 10 be H. We do
not know whether an impression Of the kind on the
mind Of the President did or did not influence his
choice; but We do know in the fret place, that the
descriptions given Of the Presidents house by the
writers named are entirely untrue, and that there
exists no evidence ofits unhcalthincss.
Learning that extensive repairs we're in progress
we yesterday went through IL for the purpose OF
making an examination. The repairs are entirely
restricted 70 the basement, and are beyond doub,
neediul; yet dryer basement probably cannot
anywhere be found The strong and superb va h.
built with Roman cement, stand upon an excel
lent foundation, and beneath the floors and brick
paving the sand is as dry though II bad been en-
posed FOR weeks TO an August sun. New and i'm
proved floors arc being laid within the cutters and
sewers without have been constructed, and some
Improvements are made in the grading. &c. Time
had rendered these things necessary, II Is true but
certainly not from the reasons that have been
given.
We incline to the opinion that no basement is a
proper place for a servant or any other person 10
sleep in, and should not be asionished at the deve
opment Of bad results from such practice; but
would fear as little from this from any other Of
which we have any knowledge.
Upon one Of the improvements nov making VIC
looked in amazement, not that it should be made,
but that the sbuse il should have er.
listed. Two large furnaces, we believe, serve to
warm all psrts Of the house. To these furnaces
there is in progress of construction sirpsssags
two feet square, by means Of which fresh air will
be constantly supplied from without. In all past
time the air Of the negro seruants and Of the
'rvdrts hall, heated in the furnaces, sscended 70
the upper rooms TO be bresthed BY their occupants!
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"You DoN'T CATCH DIS CHiLE. "-Whilo po-
liceman conveying a drunken man 70 the
station house, (says the New York Courier and
Enquirer he met with colored man driving a
truck, whom he asked TO render him some assist
prit on the cart, bot the negro misunderstood him,
and instead Of rendering the assistance required,
Jumped of his vehicle and ran as II the United
States Marshal and all the "stars" in New York
were at his heels, and he has not been seen since.
His horse and were IA ken 10 the station house
where they remain TO be claimed. The negro wac,
beyond doubt fugitive slave, and mstook the
appearance on the "stsr' for personal summons
to return TO hs owners
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COMMAND OF OCEAN STHaMERs-Tho Detroit
duertsr, OF Saturday, expresses regret at the an
ticiPated departure Of Captain wiloughby from
the lake service, 70 accept the command Of one Of
Mr. Collins's new steamships, which has been Of.
icred 10 him. II Is noticeable that not fcv Of our
hrst-class ocean steamers are commanded by those
who arc veterans in the rigorous service Of tie
northern lakcs.-N. y. JotV. CorsE.s1es. l6h.
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HOUSE FURNISHES DRY GOODS.

ID II. HooE & Co, Market Space, between IT.
Il and sth streets, have now In store XII and
complete assortment Of the following:
IN CARPETINC;
:, Tapestry Velvet, Tapestry Brussels, English
brussels step Brussels, Imperial Three Ply, super
re ingrsins, fine and common ingrains, Twilled
Nenetians, (all widths,) Plain venetians (all
widths,) printed Druggets, baize Crumb Cloths
bras. Stair Rods, Chenille and Tufted Rugs supe-
nor Floor Oil Cloths, from TO IS feet In width
which will be cut 70 At any shaped passage or hail.
white and colored Canton Matdngs.
sUNDRIEs:
Curtain de LANES and Damasks, Lace and Mus
lin Curtains, embroidered Curtain Muslins, Tassel
Loops, Gimps, &c, Linen sheetings-all widths;
Table DaInasks and Napkins, Pillow and Bolster
Linens, Damask and Huckebsck Towels white
and oolored Marsciles Quilts, white Counterpanes
from 81 30 up; cloth Table and Piano Covers
worsted damask Piano Covers; white and colore ed
furniture Dimity, Furniture Chintnes scotch and
Russia Diapers, housewife and family Linens bed
Bisnkets-great variety CRIB Blankets and q uilts
&c, &c.
Together with every other article in their line;
all Of which they anxious 10 close with the sea
son tUnionl June 20
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DOWAND'S TONIC MIXTURE.-W Warranted
IL to cure FEVER AND AG UE.-1 SOC, 900 cases
OF this tcreced complaint have been cured by the
above universally renowned and incompatible
medicine within Is years.
However startling this statement may at first ap-
pear, yet the FACT may be demonstrated by the
single rule Of three, for estimate by reference to
the Mandatory Book" that FIVE HUNDRED
THOUSAND BoTTLts have been made and distrib
uted over the country during that period
Well, it ID we'll known to the Agents especially
in the Western States that ,ohoe families c fve or
sir persons have been cured by one gle bottle, In
vast majority of instances one bottle has cured
one, two, three, and four persons! The average
here would give THREE to every bottle
amounting to the astounding number Of l 500 600
cases of this hated complaint" cured by this snesti
mabie remedyW
Now, common sense dictates the propriety of re-
sorting at once to this old, faporits ,pelI tried
thoroughly prored, sterling, sAFEsT and BEsrremedu
(Which restores the natural feelings and elasticity
OF the constitution in manner that nothing else
will,) and of auodtng all yuiear and insignSfeant
tome MIXTURES, which are mere counterfeit imitotion,
OF this ORIGINAL MEDICINE.
HIGH PROFESSIONAL SANCTION.
hereby certify that Several persons under mcdi.
cal treatment for INTERMITTENT FEVER. Cor Fever
ana Ague,) within my observation and direction
have been cured by the use of " On. RowANp's
TONIC MIxTuRE,' after every preparation of Pc
ruyian bark, (quinine,) SC, had been tried in
vain. NATHL p. CAUSIN. NJ D.
Washington City, ID. c.
For sale, at s per bottle, by
octl J. F. CALLAN.
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MARRIED..

On the 18th instant. by the Rev. r. BaLLASrfSr.
JOHN 9. WHlTWELL, Of Washington, 10 AU-
GUSrA, daughter of the late AuoUsTrxE Nrwrox,
Of Alexandria, Virginia.
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U'HE UNDERSIGNED will attend TO any busi-
Il ness agent in Washington that may be
entrusted TO his care. lie will attend promptly to
the procuring Of bounty land warrants under the
late act Of Congress, on the most reasonable terms
HE Office, for the present, ia over the Magnetic
Telegraph Office, Congress Hall.
0ctS-lm b, b. FRENCH
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NAVAL NEws.-A private letter from an officer on
board the United States brig Dolphin, Of Hong
Kong, July 10, says the New York Mirror, statos
that she would leave there the 27th Of that
month for tho United States, touching at San Fran
cisco, at Manila, and probably the BONN Islands
We regret 10 learn that Of the original Of sew
enty, belonging 10 the Dolphin when she left the
United states, but eighteen alivoi The
United States ship Plymouth was to sail for the
United States, by the Cape Of Good Hope, on the
18th Of August. The health Of the squadron was
rood
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SYNOD OF MARYLAND.

U'HE Evangelical Lutheran Synod Of Maryland,
Il providence permitting.) will meet in 81.
Paul's nglish Lutheran Church, corner Of N and
llth streets, on THURSDAY, U7th instantly at
I O'Clock, when the synodical Sermon will be de.
lNered by the President.
Preaching may be expected every evening dur.
ing its session.
Business sessions daily with open doors. The
public respectfully invited TO attend.
Oct II
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BfBRARy or CoNGRsss, Oct. Z, 1850.
NOTICE Is hereby given that the Library
~ Of Congress will be closed on Tuesday, the
18th instant, and will not again be opened until
Thursdsy, the l4th of November
JOHN \. MEEHAN,
Oct s--eod2w Librarian.
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FRoM AsoosTUEA.-We learn from Capt. Woo p
side, Of the brig Henry Buck, from Angostura, Sep
TENDER 18th, that difficulty had arisen between
the American consul and the Venezuelan Cover
nor. The latter had forbidden the former TO act in
bis official capacity and bad threatened 10 imprison
him If he did go IL generally supposed by the
mercantile community that the government would
not approve Of the conduct of the governor.
~. T. jour. Commerce
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LATE FROM ST. DoMISoo.-By the arrival Of the
bark Hualco, from Jeremie, st. Domingo, on Tues
day morning, we learn that his dngy majesty Of
Hayti has positively forbidden the cutting Of any
more logwood within his domnions. This act was
anticipated by an order promulgated by him some
time back.-N Y. Herald, leh.
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FEAT or TELEoRsPHINo.-Thc full result Of the
election for Mayor in the city Of Baltimore, was
known in New Orleans by telegraph on the same
evening, before 10 O'Clock. The despatch loft Bal
timorc at fifty minutes past 2, and was received
here at fifteen minutes past 9, which is equivalent,
allowing for the difference in longitude, 10 about
| ten minutes after 10 in Baltimore The despatch
therefore came through in about twenty minute. Of
absolute time
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NEW AND ELEGANT CARpErINas, &C.

IN The subscribers have the pleasure of in
forming their friends. and the citizens generally,
OF the cities of Washington, Georgetown, Alexan-
dria, and the adjacent country, that their stock OF
the richest and latest styles of House furnishin g
Goods, of every variety, is fully complete, and will
surpass, not only In variety OF styles, but also in
elegance and taste, any former display TO which
the attention of their patrons has been invited.
IN CARPETINGs:
French and English Velyets, latest designs, su-
perlative.
English Tapestries, very rich.
Superlative English Brussels, extra heavy.
do premium American BRUSSELS.
English and American, ow-priced, extra rich.
:, Imperial three-ply, new patterns, extra super
English.
American Ingram, all wool, low priced
Tapestry and Royal Venetian, for steps
Cocoa Mattings, for basement passages
Hemp Carpetings, very serviceable and cheap.
Floor Oii-Cloths in full sheets, cut any shape
Extra rich Chenelle and Tutted Rugs
Low priced Chenelle and Tufted Rugs for
chambers
Figured Baizes and large sized Crumb Cloths, Sc
IN CURTAIN MATERIALS they name
Extra rich French De LANES.
do German do
do English do w-priced
do Worsted Damask, every shade.
do French and English Chntzes.
Tw,lled and plain Turkey (redl Cashmerets.
Embroidered Lace and Muslin Curtains.
Gilt Cornioe, late styles, Gimps, Tassel Loops,
&c, In great variety.
They also ask especial attention to their large
and carefully selected assortment Of
Linen Sheetings, Table Damasks, Satin Dam
asks
Table Cloths, Damask Table Napkins.
Iowellings, Table and Piano Covers.
White and colored Bed Quilts, bed and crib
Blankets.
Pillow-case Linens, Cotton Sheetings.
Step Damasks, Step Oil Cloths, sc.
Together with every other article in their line,
all OF which have been purchased upon such terms
as VIII enable them to maintain their reputation OF
furnishing the very best goods at the lowest
Prlces p. II. HOOE & Co.
Sept 2l-4wif
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NATIONAL CREWS EXCURSION TO NOR

h C The steamer OsCEOLA having
ts1tSIIssSN been engaged by the National
Creys for trip 20 the above
place, will leave Washington Friday next. the
18th instant. at 3 O'Clock, p m. Returning, will
leave Norfolk, Monday the 2lst at o'clock. p. m.
As an inducement to those who may wish TO
company the party, the passage and fare for the
round trip will be reduced 10 81. The Marine
Band will be in attendance.
OctI6-3td JAMES MITCHELL.
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From Nova ScoTIA.-By arrival at Boston,
Halifax papers have been received TO the Sth inst.
The Halifax Journal of the 18th contains a despatch
"by pigeon express TO Burket's News room" from
which it appears that the New York steamers, in
their inward passage, keep up communication
with Halifax.
A Newfoundland paper says:
owe understand that a gentleman recently r
rived from England geologist by profession, has
made an examination Of the shores Of ST. Georges
Bay, and ne reports that coal and iron abound
there in most prolific abundance"
The mackerel fishery promises well. The Hall
fax Noua Scotian Of October It'll says:
"The master of an American vessel which has
recently been cast away Prince Edwards
Island, reports that he had on board at the time OF
the disaster about two hundred barrels of kerel
and that had he not met with the unishap he would
have taken at least five hundred barrels more. He
also reports having seen in North Bay and its vi
cinity, about one hundred and fifty American ves-
sells engaged in the mackerel fishery, and thinks
from appearances that they were all half. fished,
and likely TO do well,
"The papers mention that Angus McCaskill, a
youth Of gigantic dimensions, is on his way from
Cape Breton, en- route for the United States He
is described in the twenty first year Of his age,
measures already seven foe; two inches in height,
can span distance Of eleven feet from hand 10
hand and is still growing in height and strength.
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DANCING AcADEmY-FIRsT COURSE.

MR =. r. Liable has the honor TO announce
l'l TO the citizens Of Washington and George
town, that his hrst course Of dancing lessons for
the season will commence on TUESDAY, October
29h, at bis residence, Pennsylvania avenue, op-
posite WIZARDS Hotel
Days Of Tuition: Washing ton-T Tuesdays, Thurs
days, and Saturdays; Georgetown Mondays and
Fridays TUnionl Sept 24,dtf
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Il The above sum will be paid for the arrest and
delivery TO the Marshal Of the District OF Columbia
Of a certain CLAUDlUS MATTHEU, who stands
charged with the unlawful killing Of one j. l..
Skidmore, in the city Of Washington, on the 18th
September last The said Matthew is white
man, born in philadelphia, aged about thirty
four years FIVE feet nine and hall inches IN
height or bouts dark complexion, black hair.
rather thick; stands and walks very erect. There
i reason TO believe that he will attempt TO escape
Havana or California.
Address all Communications 10 Captain Goddard,
Washington. WALTER LENOX,
Oct lO-eodlt Mayor Of the city Of Washinr tnn.
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THr DarorR or DRIVING CATrLE THROUGH TIVE
STREErs was again illustrated in the Bowery on
Monday afternoon. II appears that boy named
Thomas Purdy was knocked down by mad bull
lock and very severely injured. The same infu-
rated animal ran after some others, but failed in
injuring any but the above. II is certainly quite
time for some means to be taken TO prohibit this
dangerous nuisance.-N. Y Cotn aud Eng, 9Th
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FOR CALIFORNIA via CHAGRES-WITH-
OUT DETENTION AT PANAMA.

FOR CALIFORNIA via CHAGRES-WITH-
OUT DETENTION AT PANAMA.
~ The United States Mail Steamship
EAE8r Company will despatch the splendid
doube-engino stea nship OHIO, JAS.
FiSDLAY SCIENCE, United States Navy, Com
mander, on SATURDAY October goth, at three
O'CLOCK p m, from the pier foot of w arren street,
North river. with the Government mails and
passengers for San Francisco and intermediate
pCrts
The connection at Panama will be carefully kept
up to prevent any detention beyond che usual
stay in port.
The books open, and passage can be Sc
cured at the following rates:
FROM NEW YORK TO CHAGRES.
state room berth ,..:..,........... Sloo
Standee berth, forward saloon. ......... so
! Storage berth, found bed & separate table 50
FROM PANAMA TO SAN FRANCISCO.
State room berth. Observation-Disclosures 300
Storage berth, found bed & separat e table $50
FROM NEW YORK.
State room. Standee. Storage.
To Charleston or Savannah S25 500 $40
To Havana ........,...... 10 55 %
To New Orleans .....,,.. 10 b0 25
Freight to New Orleans 30 cents per cubic foot.
Passengers for Chagres will be transferred at
ClFIC.
To secure freight passage, apply at the Office of
the company. II Weat street, corner of Warren
street, NY, to NJ. O. ROBERTS.
SPECIAL NoTIcE is given to shippers by this line,
that the company have prepared form Of bill of
lading adapted to their business, which will be
furnished to shippers on application at the COM
provide themselves, other form viii be signed
by the agents of the company. All bills Of ading
must be signed before the sailing of the vessel.
| Oct l7-t26
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Wild pigeons have made their appearance about
81. Louis. The int.hgenca says the markets have
been glutted with them.
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THROUGH LINE FOR SAN
Sh FRANCISCO. Via CIAGRES.-
SfNFf THE NEW & FAVORITE STEAM
pSHIpS.


CHEROKEE, 1900 tons, Captain H. Windle.
PHILADELPHIA, 100 tons, Capt J. Y. Nicholson,
Form the only direct line between New York and
Chagres in connection with the United States Mail
Steam packets in the Pacific semi monthly line
through to San Francisco. They leave New York
the 18th and 28th Of each month.
REDUCED RATES OF FARE TO CHAGRES-
Cherokee Phi -dsiphid.
After Saloon State Rooms. 1875 90. 5 1875 %
Forward Saloon do 100 90. 1900. 100 90
All the above dine at the table and have the
privilege Of the Saloon.
Storage, (found with mattresses and board S65
in each vessel
Freight TO Chr gres, 10 cents per foot
Each passenger is allowed personal baggage free
TO the extent Of $50 bs, not exceeding in measure
mcnt 10 cubic feet
Expenses ON the Isthmus are borne by the pas
sengers.
For freight or passage, apply TO
ROWLAND & ASPINWALL,
81 South street, New York.
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COMPREHENSIVE NOTICE The undersien.
ed have formed copartnership under the name
and firm Of Dyer 4 Mcclure, and will continue
the General Auction and Commission business at
the old stand Of Dyer x Brother, corner Of 10th
street and Pennsylvania avenue
They most respectfully solicit a continuance of
the patronage bestowed on the late firm and pledge
themselves 70 discharge faithfully every trust con
fded 10 them.
Dyer Mcclure are prepared to make advances
upon All consignments, aud TO cash all sales made
by them' EDWARD e. DYER.
J. c. MEG UIRE.
wAsHfSoroN, Sept. %, 1880.
Sent Q7-dtf
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FOR LIVEKPOOL.-Unted States Mail Steam
ship ARCTIC, Capt James C. Luce.--Tnis steam
ship will depart with the mails for Europe, pos
itively on Saturday, October 20, from her Der tn
at the foot of Canal street.
No berth secured until paid for.
All letters must pass through the post Office
For freight or passage, having unequalled ac-
commodatlons for elegance comfort, applyto
EDWARD h. COLLINS,
80 Wall st., New York.
The steamer BALTIC will succeed the Arctic
and sail the 10Th November Oct l6