The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1852-12-24


cellen"'; bat the chief feature Of the evening
the execution of the Carnival" In this master.
piece of Paganini the young violinist was pre-
eminently excellent, and repetition of it
loudly called for by the audience, whom Julian
accommodatingly favored. He takes with him
IRON our city apparently the unanimous award of
musical amateurs and critics. as being fully equal
to any OF his scientific predecessors on the violin.
Madame Sontag and troupe, we learn, will appear
shortly in opera at Niblo's, New York.
MADAME SoNrAG's SECOND CoscERr. We have
received from a friend the following note relative
to this concert, to which, though little late, we
give place, especially the last sentence should
commend itself to all artists visiting the city. The
printers of Washington well qualified to
execute their work as those of neghboring city;
and share of favor should be bestowed upon them
by thase who draw 80 largely from the pockets of
our community:
fair attendance notwithstanding the inclemency
Of the weather; though we regretted TO some
vacant seats in the hall. The execution of the
whole programme was in the highest degree
tstic, but the piece that drew the most rapturous
applause, was the favorite song
''Twas within mile of Edinboro',' &C.,
which was sung with an unsurpassedly pleasing
effect
"The 'Ierzstto,' by siguors Pozzolini, Badiali,
and Rocco. was also encored, and apparently en-.
syllable of it, as tit had been plain English.
"One circumstance il to be- regretted By some
accident the single sheet programmes did not sup
ply one-third OF the audience, and those who de.
cents for the pamphlet edition. This, to many who
went with "a bought ticket seemed rather bore,
and ia q matter that the management should pay
some attention to. The printers in this city would
fIr nIS in han nj trtA Him. AZ
NATIONAL THEArRE.-The entertainment for
this evening ia announced as the farewell benefit
Of the grand ballet troupe, and last appearance but
one in this city prior TO their return TO Europe.
Two favorite pas de deur will be given by Made
moiselle Melissa and None. Mege, and Senoritn
Soto and Mege, besides several favorite dances by
other members of the troupe. Mics Fitzpatrick
will also appear in the spirited character of the
"Widow Cheerly," in the popular comedy of the
"Soder's Daughter The bill altogether pre-
sents pleasing variety for a Christmas eve.
SUCCESS OF THE PANoRAMA-The beautiful
panorama of the "Creation and Deluge." in Odd
Fellows Hall, has opened with fattering pros
poets. This is a ne,o ,cork and has never been
exhibited here before, as some have been led to
believe. Three exhibitions will be given to-day
at IL a. m, p. m. , and II D. m.
HOUSE -wARMING.--A handsome four-story man.
sion has been recently erected on Indiana avenue
for J. M. Carlisle, esq, by Mr.. Wilson f. Brown,
who was the contractor for the entire
building. The mansion is finished throughout in
a most workman|ike manner, and supplied with
all the modern improvements OF mechanical skill
Its construction has given perfect satisfaction to
the proprietor, and reflects the highest credit upon
the young CONFERENCE.-The being the first building
undertaken by him. The design of the house was
drawn by Mr. John c. Hardness. architect; the
brick work executed by Mr. George r Langley;
the p'astering by Mr.. William Seiberg; the paint
ing by Finch & Son; the brow nstonc work and
marble mantels by Mr.. A. Rutherford; the plumb
ing and gas. fitting by Mr.. Thompson.
The house being completed and delivered into
the possession Of it's proprietor the latter provided
an elegant entertainment ns a compliment to the
contractor and the mechanics thereon employed,
for the fidelity with which their work had been
executed, which was served up in the spacious
dining room of the mansion Wednesday even.
ing Good cheer and better hunor prevailed thereat
during the evening, and the warmest expressions
of well:wishes exchanged relative to the future
prosperity of the popular owner Of the mansion,
and Of the young and efficient contractor and bis
fellow mechanics.
A Hateful PaEsENr.-Another choice speci-
men of their handicraft has lately been completed
by the Messrs. Gait, si!versmiths, of our city, in
the form of beautiful silver pitcher, eighteen
inches in height, deliberately chased and relieved,
in the Pompeiian style. in the form Of grapes,
vines, &c. The pitcher is designed as present to
Mr.. J. d. Fairbanks, the popular clerk of the Ma
tional Hotel. Upon its front i bears the following
inscription. Presented TO J. D. Fairbanks, by his
friends, guests Of the National Hotel, testimo-
NAL of their esteem. Washington, d. c., 1852"
Its presentation will take place in few days.
THE REVENUE SERvIcE.--A number of promo.
tons and new appointments have recently been
made in the revenue service. Among the promo
lions are pleased to observe the name of our
young fellow townsman, Lieutenant X. J. II.
Handy. who has received a commission Of second
lieutenant Mr.. Handy has proved himself
efficient and popular officer, and his promotion is
very gratifying to his numerous friends here. A
project, we learn, is on foot to present him with
sword, before he leaves for the new station to
which he has been ordered.
Messrs MorseIl and Harrison, worthy young
citizens of Washington, we perceive, have received
the appointments Of third leutenants in the same
service.
To THE FAsHIoNABLEs.-Geotge p. Fox, the
celebrated tailor. from 1913 Broadway, New York,
has, will be seen by his advertisement. arrived
in town, and is stopping at Wizards. The fash
ionables have an opportunity now to avail them
selves of Fox's services in the decoration Of their
outward forms.
ALLEGED RoDpEaY DouBrED.-Au account teie.
gruphed to the Philadelphia papers from Baltimore
represents that the masters mate of the United
States ship St. Mary's was robbed at the railroad
depot, in this city, on Wedaesdayof $4,000. The
Baltimore Patriot of last evening states that the
man lost his pocket box in n house on the Point in
Baltimore; that It contained only $2S; and that it
was subsequently found by police officer and
stored to its owner.
once OF Chief OF Police,