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MEYERS UNIVERSUM,

Edited by Charles A. Dana This periodical,
published from the LIST July, semi-monthly, will
contain views of the most remarkable cities, pub
lie edifices, and natural scenes 10 every zone and
on everycontnent; accompanied by letter-press de-
scrptions, which, while conveying the most &C
curate and trustworthy information, will seek to
cothe the dry details Of facts and figures with
something of the vitality of nature, and to enable
the reader, while he observes the historical and
political phenomena, to gain some insight into the
causes from which they spring. Extensive and
costly preparations have been made to present in
it the fullest collection of views. not only from
every section Of the United States, but from all
parts of the Continent. For above year past,
artists have been engaged In exploring the most
romantic regions of this country, Canada and
Central America, for the special benefit of this
work and it's readers, and the engravers are now
occupied on above hundred views Of North AM
erican scenery alone, which in due time will be
laid before our subscribers, in addition to other
engravngs of European, Asiatic, African and
Australian cities, and landscapes, illustrated by
animated and interesting articles from the most
popular writer's. Twelve numbers will compose
a volume Each number will contain four steel
engravings, executed in high style of art, with
about twenty pages of letter-press.
We put the work at the low price of SO the
senl-annual volume, or rs cents for single
number. All subscribers paying for Vol !. In
advance, will be entitled to receive as premium
the superb plate, engraved on steer, size Imperial
folio, slack in Office" after the celebrated
picture Of r. Landseer, engraved by G. Metz
eroth.
The publisher will supply Specimen Numbers
pratutously TO Agents and P0stmastera, and will
make liberal arran2 with them for crcuat-
ing The Universum. He will also supply Clubs
oftwo persons at IS half year ;of five persons
at 40 and Of larger number at the same rates.
HERMANN J. MEYER, No. lG4 William
st, N. Y.
M OPINION OF THE PRESS.
We think the work will commend itself to the
popular taste in this country and find an extern
siye circulation N. Y Tribune.
1t prmomises to be one of the cheapest, as well
as one of the most valuable publications of the
dawn. Y. Eue. Post.
It will be one Of the most popular illustrated
works of the day Boston Transcript.
1t will form one of the most beautiful and in
struct!ve works. Detroit Advertiser.
An admirable work of art, and worthy Of uni
versal patronage. Montgomery Journal.
One of the cheapest well as most valuable
publications of the day.-Northerr Citizen.
The plan Of the work is good one and deserves
the patronage of every good friend of the Arts.-
Boston Courier. - H
1t is as cheap as it is superbly excellent
Springfield Republican.
One of the most useful and beautiful books ever
issued from the Amcricae press.-Unio Demo-
Graf July s0.-6 mos.
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THE FAUQUIER WHITE SULPHUR
SPRINGS,
Fauqulcr County, Virginia.

ARE now open for the reception Of visitors
They are situated on the Rappahannock river,
thirty-eight miles above Fredericksburg and fifty,
nearly due west, from Alexandria. The Alexan-
dra railroad cars leaving at a. M, carry pas
sengers at this time Qat June) within seventeen
miles Of the Springs, and frstrate coaches, over
good turnpike for the remaining distance, run
daily to them.
The agents Of the railroad company confidently
expect 70 be within about eight miles Of the
Springs by the last Of July, when passengers
leaving Richmond at p. m. will get to the
Springs by noon the next day. via Alexandria
the fare probably not exceeding IS, or IS so or
may take the Louisa Railroad to GOrdonsvis
ut g.. a. M, reach Culpeper Court house that
evening, and breakfast next morning at the
Springs, at about the same fare. Or by taxi
ing the Fredericksburg route at a. m. may
spend the afternoon in Washington or Alexan-
dria, and be at the Springs by noon the next day
Timely notice to Fredericksburg would secure
direct conveyance by hacks, so as to reach
the Springs the same day passengers leave Rich
mond.
A ,ri-weekly line Of stages will be run from
Winchester to these Springs.
Terms Of Board go for the season, ending
October l; SIS for three months; $6O for two
months 1875 for one month $le for two weeks
$40 for one week II IS per day Meals or
lodging so cents each. Servants and children
under twelve years of age half price. No charge
for children under hco years ofage. Horses SO
cnts day, or SO month.
Payments to be made weekly.
June 2--3 --w.t.aug. "
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PROSPECTUS OF THE SAVANNAH
COTIRIEp

A new Daily, Tri- Weekly and Weekly News
paper, devoted to the advocacy and defence Of the
Commercial, Social, Agricultural, Manufacturing
and Internal Improvement Interests OF the South,
and TO the development Of Home Industry and
Home Resources--Conseryativel In every thing
lndependsnt--but not neutral in politics. Open To
communications on both sides, al the discretion of
the Editor.
TERMs-Daily paper 3per annum--Tri- Week
ly, 81 per annum--Weeky, double sheet, 81 per
annum. Six copies of Weekly, to same Post
Office, $40 mine copies SIS twenty copies, $50.
Advertisements inserted upon the same terms as
in the other leading city papers. Payments, for
the TriWeekIy paper, and for transient advertise
ments to DC made IN adpance; for the Daily paper,
semi annually, in June and December, and for
contract advertisements, as per agreement. All
contracts to be in writing, and all subscriptions to
cease as soon as the money is exhausted. Legal
advertisements of County Officers, Administers
tors, &C., inserted on the usual terms.
THE DAILY AND rRl-wEsKLY COURIER
will contain much reading. matter as any other
paper in the city, while the
WEEKLY COURIER
will be the largest sheet ever issued in Georgia.
The latter will be gotten up especially for Fami-
lies and for country readers. II will have an ex-
tensive circulation in the interior counties, and
must therefore become most desirable medium
for advertisements.
The Courier will not be pa,fi=an press. The
undersigned reserves to himself the right to praise
or cens,re the men and measures of all parties,
and to do even -handed Justice to all regardless of
their political associations. He will wear no party
letters, but at the same time will conceal his
preference and predictions.
In the present campaign he will favor the cleo
ton OF Messrs. Pierce ard King, believing them
to be "h0nest, competent, and faithful to the Con-
stitution to be good Union, Compromise men
sustained by the conservatives of the North and
richly deserving the support Of all parties at the
South.
He will also give cordial, hearty support to
the present Chief Magistrate of Georgia, believing
that his past acts, his present administration and
his devotion to the Union, entitle him the parise
of the wise and good, and will yet win for him
the confidence Of the nation
The undersigned deems it unnecessary to say
more. He is not unknown to the people of Geor-
gia, with whom he has held editorial intercourse
aud for whose kind and liberal patronage, hereto
fore bestowed, he is profoundly thankful. He
has established the Courier upon permanent basis,
and is resolved to make it worthy Of popular sup
port. The arrangements for local and foreign
news are ample, and will be extended to meet the
utmost demands of the public. The first number
will be issued the 26ih inst. or as soon there
after as the necessary Office arrangements can be
perfected Post Masters and others who will
obtain subscribers and remit the money, will BIZ
allowed the usual per centage for their trouble.
ST. C HAPMAN-
July II. Editor and Proprietor.
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S. GRlSWOLD d CO.,
Successors 10 Daniel Pratt 4 Co..
- ESPECTFULLY informs the public that
IL they are now manufacturing
COTTON GINS
at Prattsville, Autauga county, Alabama
Their arrangements for manufacturing exten
sve and complete, which will enable them to furn-
ish Gins to planters on the most favorable terms.
AS to the superiority Of their Gins, they have on
ly to refer to the reputation which the manufac-
and sale Of over 10 900 has acquired for them
throughout the entire cotton growing region.
From 25 years experience, with every facility and
good workmen, they are confident that they will
be able to give satisfaction to all who may patron
izc them.
DTheir GINS are warranted to perform well.
Engagements for Gins can be made with their
travelling agents, who will call planters gene
rally, or by letter directed to Prattvie, Autauga
county, Alabama.
A supply Of Gins always on hand with Camp
bell e. Co., Mobile and II. Kendall, & Carter Co.,
.Nsau Orleans.
s. GRIsWOLD g. Co
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roE CALIFORNIA.
UNITED STATES MAIL MsHII
n COMP ANY THROUGH P.fSS.fGE TO
CALIFORNIA.

V'llE public will be gratihed to learn that the
] United states Mai Steamship Company are en-
abled to announce that their arrangements are N
complete for sending passengers through from
New York to San Francisco and back
In the first attempts OF this Company to meet
the wants Of travel to California, by providing
ships the Pacific, IN connection with their
ships from New York 10 Chagrea, they were pre-
vailed upon, at the urgent solicitation of the great
number then DESTROYS TO go out, To cell tickets for
through passages from Panama ~ advance, for
their ships then gong round THIS was done
from a desire TO accommodate those who could
procure passages IN other quarter, and by
which, Whatever might be the detention, they
would reach San Francisco sooner than by any
other line Unforeseen difficulties, and the preva-
ience of fever ~ Rio de Jaueiro at the time, pre-
vented their ships from reaching Panama Ms soon
as anticipated and caused detention at the 18TH
mus, which was increased by the impatience of
passengers in gong forward, against the advice
Of the Company, at All earlier day than the ship
could possibly reach Panama.
These interruptions are now all removed.
Three Of the four ships Of the Company, intended
for the Pacific service, have arrived al Panama,
and several ofihem have performed trips to San
Francisco aud back. SO that the Company are
now able to give the public the assurance that the
voyage through from New York to San Fran
cisco, will be performed with regularity and des.
patch
Their Pacific Line, from Panama to San Fran
cisco, consists of the
REPUBLIC, Capt. HUDSON.
ITHMUS, Capt. HIrcHCoCk.
COLUMBUS, Capt. PICK.
ANTELOPE, Capt. AcxLEY.
Their Atlantic and Gulf Line, from New York
to Chagres, OF the
GEORGIA, Capt. PoRrER, U. 8. N.
OHIO, Capt. SCHENcK, u. s. N.
FALCON, Capt. HARTsTEIN, U. s. N.
The connection between the two lines will be
carefully and regularly kept up, SO that no delay
beyond the usual stay ofthe ship in port at Pana-
ma, will arise.
The large size, well known speed, and superior
accommodations Of their New York and Chagres
Line, and the speed and accommodations of the
ships Of their Pacific Line, offer the most certain,
rapid and pleasant through passage to California.
NJ. O. ROBERTS,,
Cor Warren and West SITS, New York
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Trcdgar Locomotive WOrks.

RICHMOND virginia.
The undersigned are prepared to receive orders
for every description of Locomotive and Station
airy Engines, and solicit orders for the following
descriptions of Machinery
Locomotives, from the smallest to the largest
size, inside and outside connections.
Stationary Engines, for Saw and Grist Mills,
Rice Mills, Foundries, SC.
Sugar Mills and Engines, all aizes.
Horse Mills, all sizes.
The addition to their Works Of u shop $50 by
50 feet, TO be devoted exclusively to the manufac-
ture Of Locomotives, enables them to execute or
ders for this description of work with great des-
patch-equa to fifty per annum, which can be
increased should the demand require it.
The position of their works (beng at the ter
mini of the most important lines of railway, con-
Meeting with the South, Southwest and West, }
v i'll enable them, when these improvements are
completed, to deliver their Machines promptly,
and in fine ORDER without mourning the usual
heavy expense consequent upon shipments by
The work furnished by them will be warranted
equal to any made, and the terms in other respects
equally favorable.
ANDERSON g. SOU1'HER.
Nav g. On,
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Charleston Preparatory Medical school.

NNHE session OF this Institution will begin on
IL the first Monday in April, and terminate on
the last Saturday in July. The different chairs
will be occupied as follows:
Anatomy and Physiology, by F. T. MILES,
M. d.
Institutes and Practice OF Medicine, by ID. J.
CAIN, M. D.
Materia Medica and Therapeutics, by F. P.
PORCHER, M. D.
Obstetrics and Diseases of Women and Chill
dren, by E. BELIN FLAGG, M. d:
The Chair Of Surgery has been offered to a
gentleman now in Europe, who, it is hoped, will
accept it. Should he not do 80, il will be filled
before the time appointed for the opening of the
School.
Clinical Instruction will be given at the Marine
Hospital and Aims House, by Drs. D. ]. CAIN
and J. FORD PRIOLEAU.
During the session of the Medical College Of the
State Of South Carolina, members Of the class will
be examined regularly on the lectures delivered in
that institution
The Students will be shown cases among the
patients of the Teachers, and such as can be taken
to the lecture room will be exhibited 10 them and
explained.
have promised, whenever they can do so conve-
niently, to perform operations before the class.
Doctors r. LEBBY and j. s. MITCHELL,
who have each large obstetrical practice, will
Gas we'll as the teachers give the Students access
TO all Of their cases Of this description, which
they with propriety be allowed to visit.
In short, ample opportunities will be afforded
for acquiring practical, well as theoretical knowl
edge Of the profession. est
Her mortuary statistics prove that Charleston
possesses salubrity of climate enjoyed by very
few cities in the world, and slrangersare no longer
deferred from visiting her in the summer.
Board and lodging can be obtained from $3.50
to IS week.
Terms, Atty dollars, including examinations
during the winter, Jan. 81 eowtal
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$50 REWARD,

STOLEN from my room in the Franklin House
- Mobile, on the 3lst of October last,
GOLD RACING WATCH.
The is finely carved, representing the land
ing Of Christopher Columbus, for the first time in
the New World large ship is seen in the dis
lance and Columbus is in a small yacht, unfolding
a banner, with drawn sword in his hand. Under
the picture, the words "Christopher Collomb" are
written
The watch has gold face, and contains tw
sets of works was manufactured by M. J. Tobias,
had two hour hands, two minute hands, and two
second hands, and is splendid watch. II is num-
bered at M essrs. Hayden, Gregg & Co.'S Charles
ton, s. C.. and can be identified by MIR. Charles
Clapp, at Messrs II. f. Baldwin & Co., No. Z
Chartres street, N. u.
Any one delivering the above watch TO either
Mr.. Clapp or Messrs. Purvis, Wood e. Co, 80
Gravier street, will receive the above reward, and
greatly oblise me.
J. ID. ALLEN,
Cotile Post Office, Rapides Parish, La.
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EEF0R THE BENEFIT or THE IN
DUSTRIOUS POOR m EVERY CLASS OF
SOCIETY.-Articlsso Of elothins made up bv d.
industrious poor offered f6r sale at the rooms
Of the Ladies' Union Bsnsvotest 6ociety, Opposite
the southeast corner Of Capitoi square, and ON
Seventh street, next To Odd-FelOws' Hall.
Private work left at these rooms will also Be made
up upon the most favorable terms. And we
would add, that as this description Of work is
often Of very particular cha, aetsr, affords the
ladies an opportunity of encouraging that distress
sed class offemales whose pecuniary circumstances
have been chansed-compeling them to resort 70
their needle for support. rhe ladies would urge
upon families, and encourage the delivery Of this
private work their roouns an il will afford them
all opportunity of beneiting this interesting class
OF lts bensicinres, al they have done heretoforej
4. B. MILLS,
June II. Dlrectress l.. u. b. and h. Society.
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DRIvATE SCHOOL FOR BOYS.-The sub.
i criher nrnnnaea To onei, a u1h1ol

DRIvATE SCHOOL FOR BOYS-The sub
u crber proposes to open private school for
boysat Newport, X. L., on Monday, the Sd day of
May next.
In his regular course, he will give instruction in
the usual English understanding, writing.
mathematics, natural and intellectual philosophy,
and in the Latin, Greek, French, and German
languages
He will prepare lads to enter any of the colleges
in the United States.
Ifdesired, instruction will also be given, for an
additional charge, in other European languages,
and also in music and drawing.
The charge for day scholars will be 500 year;
for pupils that board with the subscriber, $500 a
year. Payment quarterly in advance.
DR.. J. GEORGE GUNTHER.
REFER TO
Prof c.. Beck, Cambridge, Mass
Hon. Geo. S. HiIliard,
DR.. S. G. Howe, Boston.
Prof. H. d. Rogers.
G. III. Calvert, ESQ.,,
Henry Gilliat, esq, Newport, r. /.
DIR. David King,
NEWPORT, April l, 1852. Apr3O--3t.
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Nv open this day at 10 clock, Gust arrived
w by the Europa,) an assortment of beautiful
Goods, suitable for Balls, Parties, &C., consisting
in part Of Golfers, Pearl and Blond Caps, Feath-
ers tipped with Silver and Gold, Silver and Gold
Flowers, and Ornaments for the Hair, Wreaths
and Bunches.
GLOVES. "A full assortment Of Ladies and
Gents Gloves--and we promise to fit every hand,
from No. 6 10 No. ii. Our Gloves can also be
relied upon not to rip or tear.
PARKER'S Fancy and Perfumery Store,
under National Hotel
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Prospectus
OF THE


COTTON PLANT.
A Southern journal, published weekly, to ad
vocate direct trade, manufactures, agriculture. end
the development Of Southern resources by G.. G !.
BAYLOR, Washington, d. c.
The importance of such journal as the above
needs no exposition. The material and substan-
tial interests Of the South have been too long ne
elected. The "CoTroN PLANT" is established to
promote these interests, keeping entirely aloof
from party or party politics. A complete foreign
and domestic correspondence has been arranged.
The best talent Of the country will contribute to
our columns, which will present medium Of
general communication, correspondence, and in
formation for the friends Of the measures we ad
vocate. The proper steps have been taken in
Europe and America 10 lay the foundation of a
direct foreign trade at the South and to introduce
our coarse manufactures into the continental Eu-
ropean market. One object of the "CoTroN
PLANT" will be, as the organ of direct trade, to
stimulate the South to carry out thia important
measure.
We call upon the Southern merchants generally
to send US their business cards, that we may lay
them before the country, to enable the friends Of
Southern commerce, manufactures, &C., to dis
criminate properly in their desire TO promote South
ern enterprise.
The importance of Washington city, al point
of location for such Journal, especially in regard
to opening foreign correspondence and promoting
our foreign relations, il apparent The opportu-
nifty Of seeing here, also, members OF Congress
from every district Of the country, present
means general cooperation not to be found else
where.
TO the cotton, sugar, rice, and tobacco planters,
we look confidently support; and to the friends
of "direct trade" throughout the South we say,
"show your faith by your works.
The regular issue of the "CoTToN PLANT" will
commence in June next. Advertisements are
particularly requested to be forwarded early.
Business letters addressed to C. G.. Baylor, Wash
ington city, D. G.
Correspondence from all interested in the cause
we advocate is solicited, particularly to the crop
as we wish to give correct information on the sui
ject which is Of 30 much Importance to the plan
ter, and in representing which he has been often
injured.
Postmasters are requested to act as agents for
US and to all who approve our cause we look
for good feeling, kindness, and support.
Terms Two dollars year, in advance.
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MAGNIFICENT LOTTERIES for July, 1859
Paymen. of prizes guaranteed by tbs State of
Maryland.
MARION 4 Co,
MARION 4 Co,
REGULAR LICENSED AGENTS.

REGULAR LiCEks1D AGENTS.
Office No. 2, Calvert Street, Baltimore, ynaryiand
THE FOLLOWING GRAND AND MAG
NtFlCENT LOTTERIES are most particularly
worthy of the attention Of the public, comprising
some Of the most brilliant Schemes ever drs WIN n
the United States
The Lotteries i'll our State are drawn publicly
IN the city OF Baltimore, under the superinten-
dence OF State Commissioner, and arc legally
authorized by the State Of Maryland, thus guar
anleeng to the purchasers Of Tickets the fairness
of the drawing.
The great number Of Prizes that have been sold
by us TO persons, residing in different parts Of the
Union, fully authorize in saying that to obtain
a hand. ONE Prize it is only necessary to purchase
d Ticket OF us. So we say to all--tly us; try us,
and judge for yourselves.
Address MARION e. Co,
Baltimore, Maryland.
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Thus I'VE indemnify, in the worst epent, our CHS
toners against the loss of more than fifty cents in
the dollar.
We are aware Of the responsibility that we as
sumo in making this offer, but con6ding faith in
the Brilliant luck of our iar-famed and truly for
tunate house is our only apology. We have sell
dom known loss to ensue, while we have re-
peatedly witnessed the most glorious results. No
other Agency in the Union offer an induce
ment to ticket buyers, approaching in the least
the above proposition.
Think well of the offer it is good one, and
1--WE can almost guarantee) will Place Wealth at
your Disposal. s ~. 49,.
Be particular to address MARION e. CO.,
,.g No. 2 Ca!vert Street,
April 30. Baltimore, Maryland.
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pasifie Mall Steamship COmpany.-Thc only
Line for California and Oregon.

NNHE pubic are INFORMED that, under the new
Il arrangements of this company, steamers in
spected and improved by the Navy Department,
and carrying the United States mails, will con-
tinue to leave Panama and San Francisco on the
LIST and 18th days of each month, unless detained
by unavoidable accident, and will touch at Aca-
pulco, San Diego, and Monterey The follow
ing steam packets belonging to the Pacific Mail
Steamship Company, one of which will be al
ways in port at each end Of the route, are now in
~ D..
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J. ID. ALLEN,
Cotile Post Office, Rapides Parish, La.
yNlLLIAM TUCKER, .Msrchsnt Tailor

XN1ILLIAM TUCKER, .Merchant Tailor
w LANE TucKER's building, Pennsylvania
avenue, between Four-and and Sixth streets
respectfully calls the attention Of members of
his large and weil-seIected stock Of cloths cassl-
meres, and vestings all Of which he is prepared
to execute in his usual elegant style. ] shall have
in the course oftwo weeks some more or those
fine, rich, and superior over-garments which have
been SO much admired for their style, quality and
comfort and being determined TO do business OH
the cash principle, my motto is small profits and
quick returns.
N. B. All kinds of military garments made in
the best manner, according TO the late regulations