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/ understand that the mechanics at our navy
yard, and at the new Patent Office, are about
to apply for q reasonable advance on their pre-
sent wages, and they are DESTROYS that Uncle
Sam will meet their wishes promptly and cheer
fully. These workmen are all justly rated as
first class in their respective branches. Rents
are erorbitantly high-household expenses far en-
coed those Of surrounding cities, and there is no
maxim more just than that " the laborer is
worthy of his hire. BAH. Sun Cor, 14h.
What is here said of the workmen is very
true, and we heartily wish them success in their
desires but the words we have italicized above
will have tendency that we are sure was not
designed. If mechanics were content to live in
this city in such habitations as they occupy in
many other places, (which we trust they never
will their house-rent would probably be nc
higher; and what is said of household expenses
is equally at variance from the true state
of the case. Economy, and The necessity 70,
S-thanks to the true spirit Of the working.
men Of Washington-are not so apparent with
us as we have elsewhere seen them; and we hope
that by such efforts as are now being made the
latter may be effectually excluded. But in
pleading right cause, let us avoid the use of
fallaoious arguments.
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THE MISSION OF Mr.. KENNEDY.-we have
heretofore stated that Mr.. Kennedy, Superin-
tendent Of the Census, was about to depart for
England, for the purpose, among others, of in
specting the modes there pursued of procuring
and arranging the statistics of the country. We
now learn that he will likewise visit the capitals
of other European countries including st. Pc
tersburg itself, upon like mission. Mr.. Ken
nedy has clear, accurate, and intelligent views
upon these subjects, and has eyinced skill of no
common order in arranging the plans for taking
the census of the United States. We shall
therefore anticipate from his Investigations a
work on statistics that viii prove Of great public
benefit. We have not learned to whom win be
committed the charge of the Census Office during
his absence.
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SOLEMN REourEM.-Solemn high mass for
the repose of the soul Of the late Archbishop OF
Baltimore was yesterday chaunted in Saint
Patrick's church, in this city, with great
solemnity. The church was hung in black in
every part Of the interior. A cenotaph was
erected upon the first pews, lin front of the
ALTAR upon which were placed the coffin, COW
cred by pail, and ornamented with silver lace,
sweet flowers, the mitre and crozier, and other
insignia Of archiepiscopal Office. There was a
large number Of persons in attendance, and the
services were very imposing. The full choir
performed their part in mastery style, and
the Rev. Mr.. Biloxi pronounced the panegyric,
and in a most eloquent and touching manner
portrayed the character and virtues Of the dis
tinguished, learned and pious prelate who pre-
sided over the American Catholic church with
such dignity as to win for himself the love and
affection Of large number of admiring friends.
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Two BIRDS WITH ONE SToNE.-Jacob Rowles,
an old offender, was this morning arrested for
chicken stealing. bloody bag, which had the
appearance of having been used as q cage for
poultry, was found upon him, together with
some three dollars in gold and silver, silver
cream jug, and some other small articles The
jug was proven to be the property of Mrs. Mes
bitt, by servant who had seen the man loiter.
ing about the house The money was supposed
to be the proceeds Of the sale Of q silver coffee.
pot which Mrs. Nesbitt had also lost Justic,
Goddard sent the man to Jail upon both charges
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LIFE ISsURASoE.-A case has just come un.
der our notice that strikingly exempli6es the
advantages of this practice. A bought of B 0
lot Of ground for SO, 0oO payable upon the death
of D, interest payable quarterly. A improved
the lot, and it is now worth, say, 1915, 900. In
order, however, not to be taken unawares by
the unexpected death of b, A insured BIS life
for $4,000. Yesterday B died, and the pay.
ment of the $4,000 falls upon the insurance
company, and not upon A, and the interest
upon the principal ceases. A has paid 5000 q
year as premiums of insurance for five years
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SUPERIOR DAGUERREoTYpEs-lst Premium

ii. WHITEHURST has extended the field Of his OPP
u erations over more ground than any daguerrco-
typist in the country His galleries may be found
Pennsylvania avenue between and 9th streets; No.
207 Baltimore street, BALTIMORE broadway and
Leonard street. New York; No " Main street. Richmond
Sycamore street. petersburg Main street. Norfolk and
Main street. Lynchburg, Virginia.
Ills beautiful and highly finished electro Daguerreo-
types extraordinary Improvement insuring faithful
and highly finished likencsses in few seconds 81
j. H. W. calls the attention Of the public generally TO
his elegantly furnished gallery Lane and fuckers
store, where free exhibition Of pictures will DO
given.
oype the recent Fair Of the Maryland Institute he
awarded the first medal by the judges
Lkenesses Of every description copied and postnortem
cases attended TO. ap 30-d6mo
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SHIRTS! SHIRTS! SHIRTS!

~ ENTLEMEN are informed that choice selection Of
" SHIRTS be had at the store Of Mrs. u. M0fFETT,
on 18th street, opposite dd-Fellows' Hall.
Shirts varying in price from 81 to 81 so. gentesl
Fashionable Shirt be purchased for 81 25 Also Shirt
Collars, from IL Il to 25 cents.
Elegant Silk Crayats, new style Summer Scarf
Cambria and Lawn Kerchefs for the Neck
Also Silk and Linen Handkerchiefs
Kid, silk, and Thread Gloves; Hosiery, very cheap
Portmonnaies Soaps of every variety
Shaving Mirrors, Razors, Razor Strops, etc.
The above Goods will be sold low for cash.
RECEIVED THIS DAY-An additional assortment Of
Straw and beautiful Gimp Bonnets.
Also Sash Ribbons Wreaths and Pearl Beads, for tho
MAY PARTIES.
as- Wanted, a couple Of Young Ladies' to learn the
Millinery business. MRS. Il. M0FFETT.
ap2S-f
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The YOUNG MEMS DRAMATIC ASSOCIATION of

The YOUNG MEMS DRAMATIC ASSOCIATION OF
Georgetown gave one of their entertainments
last night at Forrest Hall, being the first in that
building, and their first appearance with theat-
rical scenery and dresses. The Hall was hand
somely fitted up for the occasion. A large and
respectable audience attended, with many ladies,
among whom were some of those rare beauties
for which Georgetown is so celebrated. The
Peruvian Rolla died, and the Irish Tutor iddled
both to great applause. Pizarro (Mr. Z. Krouse)
displayed considerable ability, and gives good
promise. Rolla (NIr. VIM. Shanks) also did
well, though his voice was sometimes too loud
and again too whispering.
In general the actors spoke rather indis-
tinctly, from one or other of the above causes,
forgetting that they now perform in large
hall, where some of the auditory are far from
the stage. Cora was, perhaps, nearly as well
represented by Mr.. Celestine as lady can be
by gentleman. But the afterpiece pleased us
best, in which Mr. B. 0'Reilly acted Doctor
O'Toole quite as truthfully as we have seen it
presented in theatres of greater renown The
comic song and flute solo were deservedly en-
cored. We wish all success to these young
lovers Of the stage, and doubt not their renewed
efforts win meet with increased encouragement.
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LEATHER! LEATHER /!

rNHE SUBSCRIBER begs 10 inform his friends and the
Trade in general that he has just returned from the
North with a large assortment of FRENCH CALF SKINS
Of the most approved brands and Patent Calf Skins and
Leather in general ali Of which he will sell low, for
cash, approved credits.
45 dozen French Calf SKINS from 81 10 $50 per dozen
Homemade CalfSkin, Kipps and Uppers
Harness, Bride, and Band Leather
Morocco Shoes Lining and Binding Skins
Spanish Sole, Slaughter Skrting
Shoe Finding and Soze's Kilt
Ca Agent for H. ii. DAYS Webbing for Congress
Boots. T. q. FORD,
may Elm Corner It'll and streets
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A CARD.

nR. A. J. sCHwARTZE, having resumed the practice
of Medicine respectfully tenders his professional
vices to the public generally He may be consulted at all
hours at his Office except when professionally engaged
Pennsylvania avenue, second door cast from Third
street.
N b. The Apothecary and Drug business will in future
be conducted by his son. JOHN SCHWARTZE, who hopes
by strict attention to business to merit continuance of
public patronage may 16-3t
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In the county of Clare, in Ireland, the sui
phuret of antimony is found. 1t is stated as a
remarkable fact that the two metals are there
united by nature in the same proportion as they
are in manufacturing printing types, so that,
whom smelted, a natural type metal is produced.
This is urged rs an argument why direct
steam communication should be made between
Galway, near Clare, and the United States,
" that republican country in which the market
for types is inexhaustible" The splendid Irish
quarries, the embroidered goods, light cotton
and splendid linen fabrics of Belfast, are also
referred to as inducements for such q direct
steam-line from Galway Exchange paper.
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A white man, not long since, sued a black
man in one Of the courts Of a free State; and
while the trial was before the judge the ltigants
came to an amicable settlement, and so the
counsel stated to the court. "a verbal settle
ment will not answer" "Here is the agree
ment in black and whie," responded the counsel,
does your honor want more than this Z"
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DEATH OF DR.. MoRToN.-Dr. Samuel George
Morton, one of the most eminent Of our physi-
clans, and one esteemed highly by the medical
world abroad, died this morning, at his resi-
dence, in Arch street. DR.. Nj. was the author
of several valuable medical works. He was not
less esteemed in social than in professional life
and his death will be lamented by large circle
PHILADELPHIA Bulletin, 18th.
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CRY WAToH-HoUsE.--Eliz Thompson,
(slave,) Elizabeth Tolbert, free colored,) Isa-
bella Graham and Francis Marston, (slayes, J
were found strolling in the streets last night
after ten they gave bail and paid costs. Geo.
Baulding was drunk and disorderly, but the
Captain let him go upon promising good beha-
viour
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AMERICAN TELEGRAPH
wAsHINGTON'
FRIDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 10.

Ca To rHE PuBnc-After the LIST of July, 1851, the
postage on the Daily Anecan Telegraph (and as yet we
issue other will be, per quarter in adpdnoe follows
Fifty miles under, rs cents; fifty and not over
three hundred SO cents three hundred and not ex
ceeding one thousand, rs cents &c Any person wishing
to be served for three months after the above date need
only pay his quarters postage, send us gold dollar
and silver quarter in small letter-postage paid Of
course.
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Mr.. PITT went one evening into the Duchess
Of Gordon's box, at the opera house. Not having
seen him for some time, she addressed him with
her usual blunt familiarity: "Well, Mr.. Pitt,
do you talk as much nonsense as when last
saw you? 2" Il don't know that" said Mr..
Pitt, "but have certainly not heard so much
nonsense since had the pleasure Of seeing
your grace"
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FNANcIAL.-We some time ago led the way
in opposing the issue Of small-note currency
in this city and, observing our course, ouI
contemporaries all very wisely thought it safe
to follow in our wake. Our influence, thus
exerted, stopped the circulation, saved the
country, and knocked the fnanciers into a
cooked hat.
Yesterday an advertisement appeared IN the
Telegraph, and also in other papers OF this city,
to the effect that the notes of the Farmers and
Mechanics Bank, Washington, d. c., one and
two dollar issues, signed Charles w. Statham,
president and William T. Smithson, cashier,
will be punctually redeemed at the Potomac
Savings Bank, Seventh street, opposite the city
post-ofice, when presented as prescribed on the
face of the notes"
As we did not know any thing about this
matter, in compliance with time-honored pru-
Dental editorial custom, we said nothing about
it. But, 10! the folks have been down upon
us heavily; and one gentleman, who calls him
self :" A Patron" but who never gave US any
thing without receiving its equivalent, seems
to think that, in our days of increase and
prosperity, we have grown aristocratic, and are
disposed to disregard the rights Of the people,
and go in "cahoot' with the moneyed interests.
Finding ourselves thus pressed to the wall, we
resolved on doing something, or at least to seem
to be busy, and we accordingly went to the Po-
tomac Savings Bank to make formal demand
in the name of the Republic and of the hard
money cause but meeting nothing there but a
heap of gold, silver, bank notes and account
books, and mild-looking gentleman, we felt a
sudden relenting, and in our blandest manner
inquired how Maryland SKIES were selling to-
day; and then, after beating around for while,
steered direct for the point, and were informed,
in reply, that the notes in question had been
put in circulation in Virginia by mer-
camille firm at Lynchburg, intended for cir
culation in that State, but that, in order that
any Of them which may find their way into this
District and vicinity may be promptly redeemed,
funds have been deposited at the Potomac Saw
ings Bank Of this city for the purpose. For
the redemption of them we could of course enter
tain no feelings of hostility to this institution
and we departed, resolved to say nothing at all
about the matter.
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BosroS, May 15.-U. S. Circuit Cowt-The
May term of the U. s. circuit court commenced
to-day. Judge Woodbury., in his charge to the
grand jury, urged the necessity of enforcing the
constitution and laws at every hazard, and Of
suppressing mob violence by any means, even
by that Of calling out the military.
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NEW YORK MARKET. !

New York, May 15-6 p. m.
The stock market remains steady. U. s. SIS, coupons,
122@1224 and 6s Of 1867, 1l61s@117 "a Canton, rs n
Reading Railroad, 81 "a; Exchange London 1o@l01
premium.
There was rather better feeling in the -four market
to-day with increased transactions The sales amount
10000 bbls at $4ooA to SALE for to straight
State brands Southern and Genesee 6S475 per Dbl
Corn meal sa@s1211 Rye -four $3.4i per Dbl.
Whisky % LI0l23 70 per gallon
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The "PRoPHET" has been performed at the
French Opera in Paris Lightweight times. The
aggregate receipts of these representations is
70l, $50 francs (Sl41,4 At the present
moment it is being performed upon the boards
of thirty-two Of the theatres Of Germany. The
history of the Opera gives but few instances OF
such remarkable success
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A CARD.

* 81. r. HENDLEY, having opened store on 7th
VI. street. the General Post Office, for the pur-
pose Of conducting the Tinpate Sheetiron and Copper
Work. In Its various branches would respectfully solicit
from their friends and the public generally portion Of
their vors they determined not to be surpassed
for neatncs Of workmanship, durability Of material and
cheapness may 18-4t
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PHILADELPHIA, May 15-Seamers Gin 81
Glasgop and Al6dtross.--The steamship City Of
Glasgow sailed to-day for Liverpool with 134
passengers and $4,000 in specie.
The Albatross, from Charleston, arrived OF
noon.
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We have received No. 80 of the Dictionary OF
Mechanics, Engine Work, and Engineering, pub
lished by D. Appleton s. Co., New York, and
sold by Taylor & Maury, Washington. The
merits of this work cannot be too highly appre-
ciated. As an assistant to the artizan it is in
valuable, and as an addition to library it ranks
with the best of books. This number contains
a long section on the Mineral Kingdom.
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Boston, May 15.-Mr. Summers Letter of Ac-
ceptance-The following is an extract from the
letter of Gen. Charles Sumner, accepting the
office of u s. Senator from Massachusetts q
accept it as the servant of the Union, bound to
study and maintain, with equal patriotic care,
the interests of all parts of our country to
discountenance every effort to coerce any of
those ties by which our fellowship of States is
held In fraternal company, and to oppose all
sectionalism, whether it appears in unconstitu-
tional efforts by the North to carry so great
boon as freedom into the slave States, or the
unconstitutional efforts by the South, aided by
northern allies, to carry the sectional evil of
slavery into the free States, or in whatsoever
efforts it may make to extend the sectional do
mination of slavery over the National Govern
ment. With me the Union is twice blessed !;
first, as to the powerful guardian of the repose
and happiness of liberty one sovereign State
does feel by the endearing name of country, and
next as the model laws, beginning of that all
embracing federation of States by which unity,
peace and concert will really be organized
among nations. Nor do believe it possible,
whatever may be the delusion of the hour, that
any part thereof can be permanently lost from
its compacted bulk. Z Pluribus Unum' is
stamped upon the national coin, the national
territory and the national heart. Though COM
posed of many parts united into one, the Union
is separable only by crash which shall destroy
the whole"
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Mr. STEER advertises for tailoresses; and
his advertisement should secure him plenty Of
customers for the work to be executed by
them.
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Onn.Fy1rows, HALL.--A great plaoe for

ODD-FELLows' HALL.--A great place for
amusement is this, while the Carncross Con-
certs prevail. The large and brilliant audience
on the occasion Of Miss Adelia's benefit last
evening, and the enthusiastic and often-recall-
ing applause, testified that the performance was
duly appreciated. We trust Miss Rosamond's
benefit this evening (which was postponed on
account of the inclemoncy of the weather on
Tuesday EVENING" win prove real benefit. A
friend suggests that the effect of the singing
might be improved if the instrumental music
were a little more subdued. A gentleman from
the "rural districts" said he didn't see any
thing remarkable in Kaleb Slocum, for he could
see just such folks every day, down where he
came from but he thought Sal Stebbins was
"a proper nice gal," and the dancing q eau
ton to rheumatics"
THEArRIcALs, &c.-Dempster is in Philadel-
phia
Barney Williams is at Corners Arch street
Theatre, Philadelphia
Owens is playing at the Museum, Baltimore.
Gliddon's Panorama Of the Nile is at the Law
Buildings, Baltimore.
Julia Davenport is at the Olympic, and Miss
Cushman at the National, Cincinnati.
Sands Circus and Caravan are in Louisville,
Kentucky.
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FACTS WORTH KNOWING.

TT is WELL TO know that q. w. VERIFY Ia selling nne
i Fastcoored Calicoes at u cents
Fine Bleached Shrtings 81 cents
Ysrd-wde Shirtings, and 10 cents -..t.
Fine Plaid and Striped Cambrics ~ a cents
Fine fastcolored Lawns, IL "a cents t.@T
And In fact hundreds OF other BARGAINS, too nu-
morous TO mention in advertisement; all OF which
must be 10 be appreciated Call and examine for
yourselves, at v. w. nbNbIS
may 12-2w Penn avenue bet TIN snd oth shs
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ACADEMY FOR YOUNG LADIES,

On . street, 6et,oeen 9M and IOth, south SIDE
MRS BELL would respectfully inform her friends and
wi the public that her Senior Glasses for the Summer
Session not yet full In addition to her present num-
bcr several young ladies in the advanced studies may
be accommodated Drawings Painting, and Needlc-work
taught.
Ca Terms made known on application Imay 6-d6w.
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Commercial.
PHILApELpHIA MARKET.

AZ PHmADELPHIA, May DO p m
Our market to-day presents no special change IT,
The flour market quietsales of 400 bbls at S425 for
common standard brands. Choice $4S7@444. Rye -four
$3.44 Corn meal $2T5@281.
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HOME INDUSTRY.
WHO WANTS EMPLoYMENTi

W6U WANTS
A FEW frstrate Pantaoons and Vest Makers can find
n immediate employment, upon application to p J.
STEER, Merchant Tailor Eighth street. three doors
from the avenue west side. may 16-d1w
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BY TELEGRAPH.
Expressly for this paper.
BALrrMoRE. NAV 49, p.

BALrIMoRE, May 1872 p. m.
The new constitution is the subject of much
conversation here; the people are much divided
regarding it. The Wings are generally opposed,
and the Democrats generally favorable to it.
The masses, however, are most likely to vote
for it.
To-day one thousand barrels Howard street
-four were sold at $4.31 five hundred barrels
City Mills at $437 grain unchanged.
At New York to-day -four and grain steady.
Cotton declined from half to three quarters
since last steamer. Stocks are steady; new
loan twenty-five and quarter.
AT Philadelphia -four and grain unchanged.
Stocks firm.
Movements Of President Fillmore.
The excursion train left at o'clock this
morning for Dunkirk. The President and party
were in fine spirits.
DUNKIRK, N. Y, May 15-12m
An immense assemblage of people is congre-
eating here, every avenue to the town for miles
around being crowded with wagons and teams,
and steamboats, are arriving, overlooking with
passengers. Gov. Hunt, ex-Gov Young, and
the City Councils of Buffalo, are expected every
minute.
DuNKIRK, 3 p. m.
The cars with their distinguished visitors
have not yet arrived. Great preparations are
making for their reception.
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s'STop THAT BALL" I'm the article respecting
the closing of 18th street, in yesterdays paper,
in reference to lumber, instead of renewing y
read removing by sale"
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A NEW IMPROVEMENT
For fitting up Stores with Fancy Fronts.

T II. GEIGER, Builder and Architect would respect
fully inform his friends and the public In general,
that he Is prepared to at up Stores and build Fancy
Fronts entire PLAN embracing all the latest
improvements The work can be done without stopping
the business while the work Is going on.
lie Is also prepared 30 do all kinds Of work In the build
ing ne at the shortest notice and the most
able terms All business entrusted TO his will DO
promptly attended TO.
Place Of business street, between 9th and 10TH
l-6m