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ATTENTION.!
The Newest and Richest Winter and Early
Spring Goods for Gentlemen. Wear.
GHAS. A. SMITH & co. Mol Old State uonsc.

The Newest and Richest Winter and Early
spring Goods for GentIcmcn'- Wear.
rHAS. A. SMITH & CO, No Old State House,
~ Boston, beg leave to invite gentlemen visit
ing Boston to examine their large stock. most OF
which has been selected by gentleman of great
experience ne a buyer, from the principal manu-.
facturers of England, Germany, and France, an 1
imported to order.
Ouoooaf,ng in English, Venitian, Fur, Beaver,
Labrador (water proof) Beavers, fine loth-nnsh
Beaver, Whitney's, Duffelps, French Casters, Kos
suth Reversiblc-an entirely new style for Top
Coats for Dress and Frock Goats. Cloths from the
most celebrated makers in French, German, and
English of rare and beautiful coors, and rich and
superior finish.
Probationary and Vestings - Over three hundred
different styles Of each, OF such variety and beauty
that they cannot fail to please the most refined nd
exquisite taste.
Cutting Impairment We have in the different
Cutting Departments men who for skill aud taste
arc acknowledged by thousands to have no com
potitors.
We trust the inducements we shall offer 20 those
who favor US with call will secure selection by
them from our stock OF goods V hich " not surpassed
or equaiied in any similar csta blishment in this
any other city in the Union. All OF which will be
manufactured with our personal attention as to it,
style, superior workmanship, and trimmings,
which has secored for us the large and constantly
increasing patronage which we now enjoy and al
price, that cannot fail TO please
CTIAS A. SMITH s. Co.
No. Old State House, Boston.
Jan 22-M&F3m
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BY TELEGRAPH.

Loss gt hs Ship Saannuga- Hsaoy Insurance Loss.
New HgpFoRp. February 1.-The ship Shan.
nuga, # Pbliadelphia from New Orleans for 3os-
ton, was ashore the south side Of Nantucket
on the morning of the lth, in thick weather. with
strong wind blowing. Her cargo consists Of 500
bales OF cotton 800 of which have been saved, and
the balance will probably be saved in damaged
condition. The crew and passengers are safe. The
cargo Was insured ia Boylston Office for $4,000;
and in Boston offices 10 the following amounts,
1925 900 IN the American S 10 900 in the Alliance;
and the vessel in the Neptune, s 900; Washing
ton, s 900; freight insured in the Merchant,
$4,000.
There is also $29, 900 insured on the ship Con-
stuntnc in Boston
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pennsylvania avenue
This establishment possesses many advantages
others in this city, being built expressly for
Daguerrean purposes. IL contains one of the finest
skylights in this country. and best arranged; for
which reason artists prefer Daguerrcotypes taken
at this establishment above all Others.
There are now on exhibition some of the largest,
Daguerreotypes in the world taken at this estab
lishment, with large collection of others, free to
the public at all hours of the day.
Awarded the first medal at the late Fair of the
Maryland Institute, and a premium at the Great
Exhibition at Castle Garden, New York.
Gallerio.-No 347 Broadway, New York; No.
205 Baltimore street, Baltimore; Pennsy Iva MIA
avenue, Washington, ID. C.; II MAN street, Rich
Inond, Va; Lynchburg, Va; Norfolk, Va; and
Petersburg, Va.
J. Ii WHITEHURST, Sole Proprietor
Jan 30
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WESTERN MILITARY INSTITUTE,

THIS Institution offers those peculiar advsn-
Il tages. that, with a most thorough literary
course II combines the essential parts OF the scen-
tihc one OF the U. S. Military Academy, while IL
promotes, by military exercise, that health. pbysi
cal development and consequent mental vigor
which the ordinary system of education tends
rather To destroy. Under its methodical distribu.
ton of time, and the habits 81 punctuality attained
by military discipline in a situation remote from
the aluroments, the vices, and the designations
usually incident TO college life the student can ac-
comphsh more than ordinary results. II affords
superior opportunity for the study OF MoDgRS
LAsouAeEs and the science and practice of rs.
oIsEERfse Its Academic staff consists Of ten
experienced professors. Tho cadets in attendance
are from 81 Iteen different States.
The ANNUAL SESSION commences the second
Monday in September, and the SsMIASSuAt one
the fcst Monday in February, closing on the third
Thursday in June.
Tssss: Tuition, boarding, rooms, furniture,
washing. fuel, lights, servants' attendance, field
music, OF arms, and surgeons fee los per an
mum. Modern Languages and Landscape Draw.
ing are taught at an extra charge of $40 per an
mum for each. Cadets are received at any time
during the session, and charged proportionably
for the une rpired part.
For further Information apply To Colonel u. r
Johnson, Superintendent, at Drcunon Springs, or
A. o. Smith. Treasurer, Louisville, kentucky
Jan l4--tApl
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The United states steamer Susquehannali.

The United states steamer Susquehannah
We have been politely furnished with copy Of
the Cape Town (Cape Of Good Hope) Mail Of the
18th October last The steamer Susquehanush was
at that time lying in Table bay, and was TO sail
for Zanzibar on the 18th Of the same month. The
Na,i says tho vessel and her officers had won most
favorable opinions from their numerous visitors
during her stay at that port. The Mail publishes
,to1o.lo~jag list OF the Susquehannah's principal
officers:
"Consnodore-J. II. Aulick, commanding East
India Squadron; Lieutenants-G. w. Codon. L. j.
Hunter, +. X. Randolph, +. A. Parker, and G. w.
Cooper Purser--G. X. Barry. Captain Of Ma
riues--W u. Slack Surgeon-C Evepheld. As
ss'nnt sugeon.C, =. Falos. Chaplain-Bettin-
ger. Passed Midshipmen-Benpett and Kc
Midshipmen--T horburn. Stockton. Stanton, Board
man, Iawey, and May"
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SUpERn PIANOS. GUITARS, .Se.-yu.t re.

CUPERB PIANOS, GUITARS, tSc.-Just re-
~ ceived, per barque Niokcrson and brig Ella,
from Boston, and schooncrs Ellicot and Michigan,
from New York further supply Of Pianos. My
assortment forms the largest and best selected
stock Of Pianos in THE city The style Of these in
struments embraces the magnificent Louis XIV.
7-octave rosewood, and g. and 7-octave central
Pianos, from the celebrated nufactory Of Chick
crng, Bos,on, who received a gold medal for his
instruments at the Worlds Fair in London, and
g. and octave rosewood Pianos OF excellent touch
and tone from tho best New York factories.
Second hand Pianos taken in part payment.
Also, just received large stock Of Guitars, some
very highly finished, of superb tone.
Cocoawood hutes, with 4, 8. and silver keys.
Harp, Guitar, and Violin Strings Of good quality.
New Music received weekly, and cold as low as
at any store in this city.
As my purchases are made exclusively with
cash. will sell Pianos any articles in my store
low as the same quality can be bought in Boston
or New York, exclusive Of freight, thus offering to
purchasers the great advantage Of selecting Piano
Of their own choice.
RICH. DAVIS,
Feb Boost Pennsylvania avenue.
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LNRENCU EMUUOIDERiES JUST RE
II CEINED.-The subscribers have this day re-
cciycd from New York general assortment Of the
following, which have been selected from the most
recent importstons, viz:
Lace trimmed and embroidered Chcmisots, with
Sleeves 10 match
French embroidered Collars and Cuffs
Lace Collars aud Cuff in sets
Thread lace and imitation lace Bertbes
Richly -embroidcred and lace-trimmcd Uandker-
chiefs
Extra fine and ow-priced clear Lawn Handkcr-
chef-
BLACK lace Falls and Bcrthcs, sc.
To which they repeatedly invite the attention
OF purchiscrs. HOOE, BRO. X Co.
Feb 12-4wif
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Loss of PROPERTY at the Yssi, &c

LOUISVILLE, February 1--we continue to re-
ceive from below accounts Of disasters all along the
river from the breaking up and heavy flow OF the
ice The whole amount of property destroyed ID
estimated not to fall short OF $250,0OO.
The Democratic papers OF Tennessee strongly
urge the claims of General A. o. p Nicholson for
the Vice Presidency.
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HEALTH OFFICE.

Nutrittve Princtp
nR. a. G.. HALL will continue TO receive pa
~ tcnts, make examinations Of diseases, and
give prescriptions to invalids Of both sexes on a
principle entirely new, and in perfect accordance
with the laws of life, by which persons actually gain
in weight during medication in all complaints
General debility, dyspepsia, scrofula, rheumatic
aud neuralgia affections, weakness Of the back and
spinal irritatons. consumptivc habits, and sfec-
tons uf the heart aud lungs will be permanently
removed by nutritive process, and kept in con-
slant check in after life. Facts be demon
stratcd May be seen at his rooms, and by ladies
at Mrs. Frances parlor, on Seventh street, oppo
site Odd Fellows Hall. Advice gratis TO ALL New
system explained. Office hours from to O'Clock
Feb 5-d2wif
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J.C MCGUIRE will continue tho AUCTION and
Com mission Business, and keep on hand an e1ten.
sive assortment Of Furniture aud House Furnishing
Articles at the old stand, corner OF Tenth street
and Pennsylvania avenue.
lie also offers his services for the purchase and
sale of every description Of Real and Personal Pro-
perty, being prepared at all times TO ossh sales,
and make liberal advances upon consignmcnts for
auction. Feb l6-dlm
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woRTHINGToN @. sNEruEy

rONTINUES TO practice law in the Supreme
~ Court, TO attend To cases before Congress to
prosecute claims and settle accounts against he
Departments and Boards Of Commissioners, to
procure patents at home and abroad, 10 obtain
pensions and bounty lands, TO collect debts divi.
dcnds, legacies, and inheriiances in any part Of
the United States and in foreign countries to ma ke
investments Of funds in loans and stocks and on
bond and mortgage, and to negotiate the purchase
and sale Of loans, lands, and patent rights in any
state OF the Union. Particular attention paid TO
California land title cases corning up to the United
States Supreme Court appeal.
Communications, prepaid addressed TO "W G..
SSsrHES, 5 Carroll Place, Capitol Hill, Washing
ton, u. c." will meet with prompt attention.
Oct 3O-d1y-w
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yoke, TAR. AND LIME on hand ard 10,
~ sale at the IVoshingfon Gas Works-The Coke
as a fuel gives an intense heat, and iguitcs almost
IA readily ma charcoal The Coal Tar 10 used
chiefly as a paint. for the preservation Of timber,
iron, &c. The Lime being highly impregnatsd W in
ammonia, is of great value as n manure, and far
superior 10 the ordinary lime when u-ed Scr that
purpose. Dec 29-u
Intelligence and Unionl
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W AZ inc maj mee'ing OF deiegeuon
Of Caliiornisns, lately held at Browns Hotel, in
the city Of Washington, IL was
Rtsoipsd, That the thanks OF the delegates be
rendered 20 tho Messrs Brown Tor their cOurtesy in
furnishing n room for their meetings.
BY order: JOHN g. BROWN, Chairman.
Gro. MsNsIR, Jr., Secretary.
Baows's HOrnL, February Ia. 1851.
Feb lb-lts Nat Int. aud Union.
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.Abolition of Capital Punishment.

PROVIDENCE, X. l.. February l3-The bill abol
ishng capital punishment, which had previously
passed the Senate of Rhode Island, passed the
House to day, with some trifling amendments, by
a vote of IA to 20 The amendments by the House
were afterwards concurred in by the Senate, and
the bill being sent to the Governor, he Immediately
gave il his official sanction.
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Rise in The Susquehanna -Anticipations Of tho Ic
Breaking Up, &C.

COLUMBIA, Pa, February l4.-There is quito
freshet in the river here. The water has risen ra
pidly, and the ice above has started. II came
down and is now gorged up within a fewHfee
from the bridge. There fears that the bridge
may be seriously injured Much anxiety ia felt
for the result. The canal will also suffer.
HAvRE- pK-GRAcE, February l4.-The river here
ard above ia considerably swollen. At Port De-
positc the water has risen and is six feet above
the ice, which in some places is broken and moved
The water is also running over the ice at this place
and theimpression ia there will be general break
ing up before long.
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WINE sroRE.-JoHN IL RurnMANN

w Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between
a. and 9th streets, has received an invoice Of red
and white French Wines, viz:
Chateau Margaux, Chateau Monion Iro,flle
81 Pierre, 81 Julien, in quarts aud pints Asrgsus
Mcdoc
Chateau Coutet Haut Barsac, Chateau. Sauterns
Haut- Sauterne.
Also, an invoice OF superior London Brown
stout. in pints.
My Olive brand Champagne having arrived At
New York I'm the ship Vauciusc from IIavrc now
expect daily 10 receive IL, together with n choice
assortment of Wines, Brandios. Cigars, &c.
Nov Is
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Died,

On the nth instant, in the sixty seventh year Of
her age. after n short illness, Mrs. SARAH
WEIGH, formerly OF Annapolis, Maryland.
On the 18th instant, MARY ALICE, infant
daughter OF BssJAMis r. and LucfSpA DUyALL.
aged two years and three months.
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Tennessee Whix State Coavsntion

LOUISVILLE, February l3.-The Wing State Con-
vention Of Tennessee adjourned sine die on Thurs
day evening, after a harmonious session. The
convention appointed delegates to the National
Wing Convention, and instructed them to support
Willard Fillmore for President, and James c.
Jones, Of Tennessee, for Vice President.
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De- All Persons who wish n good Likeness
invited to call at the Odeon Daguerrean Rooms
and sit for picture where they can be furnished
in every style of the art, at prices ranging from
ono to ten dollars. Perfect satisfaction given, or
sole. Jan 29-lms
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NEW STEAM PAPER MILL AT MAY
LANDNILLE,

THE SUBSCRIBERS beg leave to inform their
Il friends, and the trade generally, that they
have their PAPER MILL in operation, and are
prepared to furnish, on short notice. all kinds Of
PRINTING PAPER,
of any size weight required, at prices from ten
to fifteen cents per pound according to quality.
Orders addressed TO the subscribers, Philadol-
pha post Office, will receive prompt attention.
Feb l4-tfF r.. G.. x =. II WARREN.
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HATS! HATS! HATS


rHARLES ii. LANE has the honor TO inform
~ the public that he will introduce this day
Reehe'. N.w Yo-L and other celebrated spring
style of Hats, which for beauty and symmetry of
form cannot be surpassed.
Hat, Cap, and Genrs Furnishing Establishment
Penn. Avenue between 4 and 9th streets.
Feb lI-3tif Union and Telegraph
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Inpitation TO Kossuth Rejected, &c.

LOUISVILLE. February l3,-The Board of Alder
OF this city last evening rejected for the fourth
time, and by unanimous vote, the resolution in
viting Governor kossuth to visit Louisville.
The weather is very fine and business brisk.
The river is still high. with sufficient water the
falls for the largest boats.
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THE FOURTH AND LAST ASSEMBLY BALL
l. will take place at Jackson Hall on THURS
DAY evening, February l9.
Tickets of admission can be obtained by sub
scribsrs at Fischer's and Stevenss, Pennsylvania
avenue.
Strangers and persons, not subscribers. car only
procure tickets by applying to of the executive
managers, who will be found at Stevens's, Jack
Hall Oh the day of the Ball
Punctual attendance at o'clock is requested.
Feb ii
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Large Fire at Louisville.

LOUISVILLE February l2.-Thc large houses on
the corner of Fourth and Jefferson streets, known
as the Jefferson Street Hotel were destroyed by
fire this morning. The property was principally
owned by Aessrs. Guthrie and I yler. Loss TO-.
600 partially insured.
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A M u S E M EN- rs
NATIONAL THEATRE.
MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY l6.

MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY l6,
Will be performed the and original Play. in
five acts, entitled THE BErROTHAL MARSIO,
wealthy merchant, Mr.. COULDOCK, his orgi-
nal character. FILIPPlA. Miss KATE HORN,
her original character. Miss A. WALTERS, the
iavorite Danseuse, will perform the charming PAS
LA BAYEDERE. Overture by the Orchestra.
The evenings entertainment will conclude with
the very amusing Farce Of THE VIRGINNY
MUMMY
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TIE Baltimore Platform in Missouri.

LExIsGTos, Mo, February II Our late Demo
cratic meeting was composed OF both divisions OF
the party and the resolutions passed similar TO
those adopted in other counties, approving the
Baltimore platform and the right Of instruction.
Some Of the resolutions met with considerable op-
position from the Benton side. They express no
preference for the Presidency.
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~ number of pcrsons have united under tho
above title 20 petition Congress for a charter and
90 take active measures 10 form a railroad connex-
ION between the District Of Colombia and the South
and Wet, that the cold weather may not again
block us up entirely az 1t has this winter.
Those VINO wish 10 become members can do 40
Ivy calling and signing the articles of association
Al the office of the National Inieii,gsnco.
E,h 10 81
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DANCING ACADEMY FIRST COURSE

~ MIR. r. r. LABBE has the honor 10 announce
TO the citizens of Washington, Georgctovn, and
Alenandra that his first course Of dancing lesson.
Tor inc season will commence on Thursday, Mo-
EcmOcr o, at his room over George and Thomas
forkcrs grocery store, south side Of Pen ylysns
avenue, between 9th and 7th streets, opposite
Browns new hotel
Days oftuition-Tucsdays Thursdays. and Sat
urdays.
An tho fashionable dances will be introduced
md taught. Oct 27-tf
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KOSSUTH'S DAGUERREOTYPE
TINE ADVERTISEMENT in the Baltimore

HHE nDV ENfISEIEAN III tHe DhItIIIure ouH
l. Of the 18th. and the New York Times OF the
10th instant by Whitehurst, claiming the credit Of
having taken the likeness Of this distinguished in
diyiduai, is not true.
The only DnorarreoiyPe ~hioh has been token
In America Of Governor koesuth, was taken in his
rooms at Browns Hotel, by Bennett, and the only
original picture In this city may be seen al hs
Gallery. near Seventh street. All others are copies.
Daguerreotypes of Madame Pulszky and other
distn guished individuals also on exhibition at
BENEFITS National Gallery,
Pa. avenue, near It'll street.
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Mrs. CUOATE's MILLINERY AND FAM
MI Siorc. Enrr-aud-a= stx.e4 49,.

lVl cy Store, Four-nnd-s-hetr street, near
Pennsylvania Avcpuc.-Mrs. &. keeps con
stantly on hand very large assortment Of Mill
merry Goods, Bonnos, and Dress Caps, made to or
der. She ia confident that her Bonnets cannot be
surpassed by any other establishment in this city
Her Fancy and Trimming Articles are well select
ed, and every esertion IL used to give satisfaction
Christmas aud New Year's Presents Of a superior
quality. Fairs supplied at liberal discount Don't
forget q street. one house north Of Penney lvsnis
avenue, Dec 22-dtf
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Ohio River Markets.

PITTsEURoH, February 1.-THE river continues
in good navigab!e condition, and business active,
without any special alteration in prices.
CINCINNATI February 1.-THE river is full and
boats running freely. Business active. No
change in the prices in leading articles; holders
firm.
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ALEXANDRIA boat.

So wAshiSGToS ' %iiI S depart at It
s1 - the following hours. A coach
connects with the boat in Washington. Boats
fare III cents. Coach fare 6, cents
The coach will leave the Capitol for the boat at
$, %, III 2!,a.
Leaves Alexandria at 5, %. III, 2l.4
Leaves Washington al -, 10, l2l, 3i,4b.
Feb I'D jon CORSON, Captain
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PRIcEs OF ADMIssIoN.--PrivateB oxes, So; Dress
Circle and Parquette, 50 cents; Reserved Seats,
75 Gems; Orchestra Seats TO cents; Family Circle,
% cents; Third Tier. 30 cents; Colored Gallery,
20 cents Feb lG
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UNITED SpATES AND
PACIFIC MAIL STEAMSHIP COMPANY

ONLY TuRoUoH LINE FOR
SAN FRANCISCO, VIA HAVANA AND
CHAGRES.
On TUESDAY. Feb. "a, at 2, D. m.
The Splendid Double Engine Steamship
GEORGIA.,
Unequalled in her accommodations and speed
Three Thousand Tons.
ID. ID. PORTER, U. S. N, Commander.
@IR WILL SAIL ON TUESDAY, Feb. "a,
asxsak1Ak at precisely two O'Clock, p. M, from
her pier at the foot OF Warren street, North
River, with the Government mails for Chagres
connecting with the iavorite United States Mail
Steamship
NORTHERNER,
TO sail, without any delay, for San Francisco, on
the arrival OF the passengers and mails at Panama.
For passage and freight, apply at the office, III
West street, foot Of Warren street, North River.
N. B.-Bilis OF lading signed at the office on the
morning Of sailing.
Feb l2-ts
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PLANK WASHINGTON ROCK
Willie TURNPIKE COMPANY.

THE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTORS, with tie
Il majority Of the Stockholders, have determined
TO construct on thisturnpikca Piank Road, running
fOmthe city boundary on seventh street 60 the line
OF the Districtand Montgomery county. Maryland,
and for that purpose ~ il issue nso stock 10 the
tent OF seven hundred and fifty shares. Of f,reafv
dollars each, and have appointed the under .igned
10 solicit and receive subscriptions TO To. same
Books are now open at our Office for Tho poroose
Fivs dollars each share is to be paid nj The tim.
Of subscribing, and n like amount eyery si.tv
days until the whole is paid
The advantages of such a road TO tho city, and
inc property IN the vicinity Of tho road must be
apparent TO all conycrsant with its situation There
~ but little doubt that a similar road will soon be
built connecting this road with Rockville and
brooSville-the last in the midst Of fine sgr-
cultural country; thus opening direct and easy
route from Montgomery and the upper part Oh
Anne Arundel counties 20 this city for the trans-
portaton Of the products ofthat and the surround
ing country
structcd throughout the country, and have every
uhrs proved profta bic Investments paying large
dividends 20 the stoc kholders besides improyiner
the value Of property near them, aud greatly i'm
creasing the trade in the places through rhich
they pass.
considerable portion Of the stock In. already
been subscribed.
Holders Of the old stock in the company are enti-
tied TO shave Of stock for every fvo shares
OF the old. which will be Issued to them on surren
der OF the old certificates The new road will pro
bahly be finished in less than twelve months and
ready for travel. The cost will be iess than ais
900 II IL thought il will pay dividend of not les
than five per cent the first year after IL IL finished
and the dividends will steadily increase
CHUBB, SCHENCK kCO,
Ausosts-dihf Bankers, opposite Treasury,
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Chief Justice for Mississippi

LOUISVILLE, February l2-Wm. Yerger has
been appointed Chief Justice for Mississippi, vice
Sharkey, consul to Havana.