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Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

N of Claims, at Washington City.-The under
signed having been engaged successfully in the
prosecution of Claims before the Departments and
before Congress, for several years, will attend
promptly TO all claims entrusted 10 his care, and
especially Revolutionary Pensions, Bounty Land,
Extra pay, and pensions for services in the war OF
1872 aud the Mexican war, as well as all the In
dian wars.
Office on d street, one door east OF 10th street,
II. c. SPALDlNG,
Sep 81 Attorney.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
Shin Ashore.

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 10.--The ship Ellerslie, from
Rio, which place she left on the Goth August, is
ashore off Marcus Hook, in high water She has
1000 bags Of coffee aboard. 1t is feared ship and
cargo may be lost. Believed to be insured in New
York, ....
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

TAS FIXTURES.-The subscriber has on
VI hand, and is daily receiving from the cele.
brated factory of Cornelius, Parker & Co.. Phila-
delpha, large and handsome collection of chan.
deliers, brackets pendants, &c, embracing all their
new patterns, which he will dispose Of at the man
ufacturer's retail prices. Those in want Of gas
fixtures will find il TO their interest 10 call and ex-
anime patterns and prices before purchasing.
c. w. BCTELER,
Sep A-eod2m. Iron Hall
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
The Fever.

New ORLEANS, Oct. 9--The total number of
deaths for the week are 1873, of which only ~ were
from fever. Port Gibson has been nearly deserted.
The fever is raging on the plantations with dread
fully fatal results. ~
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Assessor for the Seventh Ward.--Mr. David
Hepburn, having resigned this Office the city coun
ellis, in joint meeting last night, elected Mr. Peter
NJ. Pearson TO supply the vacancy.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
n EW STORE AND NEW GooDs.-New

IN EV STONE NNO NEW VrUVDS.-NeW
IN Hat, Cap and Gentleman's Furnishing Store,
I'd door east ofthe United States have just
opened splendid lot of hats, caps, shirts, collars,
crava,s hosiery, &C.. all of which of the latest
styles and fashions 10 which invite the attention
of all who are in want of such articles. My hats
are manufactured expressly for me of the best ma
teral and will warrant that they give satisfaction
TO the wearcr J. D. HENDLEY.
Oft
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
Gale and Loss of Life.

BosroS, Oct lO.--A terrible gale has prevailed
at place called Schediac, and several vessels
with their crews, were said TO have been lost.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
Georgia Election.

SAVANNAH, Oct. 9.--Suffcient returns have been
received to render the election Of Johnson, the
democratic States rights candidate for governor,
by about 500 majority. u. . .......
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

The returns for Congress show the election Of
Seward, (dem.,) from the first district; Colqutt,
(dem.,) from the second Bailey, (dem.,l from the
third Dent, (dem.) from the fourth; Charslin,
(deul.,) from the fifth; Hillyer, (dem.) from the
sixth; Reese, (whig,) from the seventh and Ste
vens, (whg) from the eighth ~ '....
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

City Counciis-In the Board of Alderman, last
night, resolution was passed granting the use OF
the chamber to the "Webster Debating Society"
on such evenings and under such regulations as
the President of the board may prescribe. The
objects Of the association are purely for the culti-
vation of literature and eloquencc.
Mr. Morgan from The sixth ward, introduced
bill providing that, hereafter, it shall be unlawful
for bakers or other persons TO sell bread, biscuit,
or crackers in any other manner than by weight
pounds and ounces the person offending to pay
fine of two dollars for the first violation of the
statute, and FIVE dollars for every subsequent one.
The bill lies over for future consideration.
A bill has passed, yeas Q, nays ~ authorizing
contract to be made with Mr.. Charles M. Fonde
for rotary dredger TO be used in deepening the
canaD of not less than five nor more than ten
horse power; and for the purpose of purchasing
il appropriatng three thousand dollars or so much
thereof as may be necessary, out of the general
fund under certain restrictions. ". .@,a#"
In the Board of Common Council, an acl amend
atory of the law requiring the registration ofbrths
marriages, and deaths, was passed
The consideration of the bill, heretofore intro
duced, for the suppression Of tipping shops, and
increasing the license for the sale of liquors in
taverns and grocery stores, was farther postponed
until Monday next.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
FIRST ANNUAL BALL
n A TI0NAL GU A R I

THE NATIONAL GUARD take pleasure
i in announcing 10 their friends and the public
generally, that their FIRST ANNUAL BALL
will be given at Jackson Hall, Pennsylvania ave-
nue., between Sd and ID sts., on WEDNESDAY,
October 18th, 1858, the anniversary OF the Battle
of Yorktown. '*
The Committee pledge themselves that no pains
or expense will be spared TO render this Ball the
most agreeable Of the season.
The Military are requested 10 appear in their
uniforms. "....
A superior Cotillion Band has been engaged for
the occasion.
Tickets--TWO DOLLARS: admitting gentle
man and ladies'. Tickets 10 be had OF the Com
mittce and at the usual places, and al the door on
the evening of the Ball. ....
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:
Capt ]. A. TAFT Lieut.. J. II. Bird,
Lieut.. +. s. Allen, :" S. Pumphrey,
Ensign 7. T. Lloyd, Sergeant c. r. Bishop,
Sergt B. D. Drane, S. r. Dwyer,
Corp J. C. Johnson, Corp. w. o. Drew,
Hugh Haney, w. ii. Thompson.
MANAGERS:
Sergt Uhrlandt, Quar-. Ser T. L. Harvey,
Corp J. +. Braxton, Corp +. Mccain,
Surgeon McKim, T. &. Wheeler,
T. Milburn, w. NJ. Ofutt,
d. Q. Crump, j. T. Mitchell,
f. A. Smith, NJ. Richardson,
F. Speakes, K. II. Graham,
n. Plant, B. +. Bell,
l.. Windsor, II. Prenot
N. Porter, w. II. Miller,
M. Fenwick Z. Grnnell,
ID. Finn, J. G.. Mayhue,
J. G. Purdy, I. Arnold,
F. Wilson, F. Hubert.
Oct S--td*
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

. The Germania Musical Society will, this
evening, give their sixth hundredth and eighty
ninth concert in America, al Carusi's Saloon. The
mere knowledge Of this fact. and glance at the
programme, will be sufficient 10 attract large
sembage; the eminent musical talent ofthe troupe
being so well known as to require no words from
us in commentator. E ".
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
An Ingenious Machine for the S

An Ingenious Machine for the sick has re-
Gently been invented by Mr.. Hopkins, ofVa. 1t
is called n mechanical nurse and admits of bed
ridden person being removed while the bed is be-
ing made, or the patient may have his position
changed or may be swung, as a relief from the
WEAKNESS Of one positions and all without touching
him. ..
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Fine Horse.--Among the animals exhibited at
Taunton Mass, was 4 fine Messenger colt, three
years old, raised by Mr.. George B. Hood of Somer-
set. This beautiful horse weighs 1850 pounds,
and his symmetry, spirit, and elegance of action,
render him one of the attractions of the display.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Heavy Damages.--It is stated that a clergy
man from Mississippi has received from the
Camden and Anboy Railroad Company $4,000
for damages sustained by himself, wife, and child,
by collision in July last.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
MARRIAGE.

On the eth inst by Rev. J. THos WAED of Philadelphia
RICHARD h. N0RMENT, Esq, formerly Of Arkansas, to
Miss MARGARET ANNA, youngest daughter Of Rev. U.
WARD. of this CITY,
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
ITO BLANK BOOK MANUFACTURERS.

il Medium, deny, and fiat-cap papers, Tor sale
by Ga COLLINS, BOVINE IL CO.,
llth st. six doors north Of Penn. avenue.
Branch of Stationers Hall, 17i and l76,
Pearl street, New York.
N. B--Ordcrs received for book-binders' mate
rials (m) Oct. LIT
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Cohesive understand from the Cumberland
Miners Journal that the Baltimore and Ohio Rail
road Company are engaged in a series of expert
ments with the view of converting the bituminous
coal of the great western coal field, in the vicinity
of the Ohio river, into coke for the use of their
locomotives. The experiments thus far, we learn,
have been of highly satisfactory character. II is
evident that the company are determined to EN-
poy cheaper fuel than wood.-Bahimore Times.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
VRAND MILITARY BALL.--The exec

W utive committee of the PRESIDENTS MOUNT
ED GUARD take great pleasure in announcing TO
their numerous friends the military, and the cti-
zens generally, that they will have the honor of
giving their first "GRAND BALL. on Tuesday
epe,,i,,g November 1St Jackson Hall, when they
pledge themselves that nothing shall be left undone
to make it '.the Ball of the season" The supper
and refreshments will be 'done up" by experienced
caterers, columbus & Sons,) and Prospects, cele-
brated Military and Colillon Bands "wi be thar
TO delight those who "trip il on the light fantastic
toe" %.
The Ball will be opened by grand promenade
at O'Clock, the Band performing the Presidents
Mounted Guards Quickstepn composed and ar
ranged by Professor Prospect expressly for the
occasion, and dedicated to Capt Jos. PECK.
Executive Committee, (Blue Rosetie.)
Capt. JOSEPH PECK, JAMES A. KING,
Ensign J. CHAPMAN PECK, john S. FINCH.
GEORGE WASHINGTON McLAsE, Treasurer.
Managers the part Of the Military, (White Rosette)
Br. Gen. r. C. weightman Lieut. Col Thos. Riley
Major Charles S. Wallach, Major Thomas Donoho
Major Robert Keyworth, Major Peter Bacon,
Quartermaster McCullom, Captain James Tat
Captain Joseph b. Tate, Captain John L. Smith,
Captain Edward II. Bright, Captain G. w. Cutter,
Captain Philip Barton Key, Captain Vim. X. Bradford,
Captain G. A. Schwarzman, Surgeon Jas. L. Morgan,
Lieut.. VIM. H. Clarke. + (.
Managers on the part Of the citsens [Green Rosc.e)
John W. Maury Esq, John G, Pepper, Esq, 4.
w. W. Seaton Esq, John r. Coyle, Esq,
Walter Lenox, ESQ.,, ,.I-. u. b. French, Esq,
Joseph ii. Bradley, Esq, N. W. Gait, Esq, ny
James NJ. Carlisle, Esq, Joe Shi!lington, Esq,
+. c. Morgan, Esq, VIM. H. Winter, Esq,
Daniel Radcliffe, Esq. Benz. Burns, Esq,
Richard Wallach. Esq, F. McNerhany, Esq,
George s. Gideon, Esq. II. F. Loudon Esq,
K. Finley Hunt, Esq, Geo. W. Cochran, Esq
+" Committee Of Reception, (Rea Rasett)
Lieut.. Clark Mills, Lieut. John w. Baden,
Lieut.. John Pettibone, Surgeon 3. c. Busey,
Quartermaster Casparis, Sergeant c. Mattingly
Committee on Refreshments. e.
Corporal seitz, Corporal Gier,
Corporal Kraft, .#. Sergeant c. H. Brown,
Corporal May, ... . .~z2 .5 3.
Managers on the part Of 1c Company, (Bag Rosete)
VIM. Moore, a-.' j. S. Moran, .."..
L. A. Hall, Evan Hughes,
Charles Thomas, John Bohlayer.
The Military are requested to appear in full
uniform. .> ". .a.
I.S~ Tickets 50, admitting gentleman and la
dies, TO be had at the principal Hotels, Music and
Drug Stores, of the members of the company, and
at the door on the evening Of the Ball. Rosettes
will be furnished the Managers at the ticket office.
Zs5- Positively no hats or caps will be allowed
in the Ball ROOM Prof ]. I. EVANS,
Master of Ceremonies,
. Assisted by Sergeant J. O. WHITNEY,
and Private JOHN l.. HEIsE.
Oct l1-dtd* ...... .
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

We are informed that the Holyoke cotton
mill al Holyoke, Massachusetts, made clear
profit last year of over SSo00o or over 16 per
cent. on the capital invested. II manufactures
coarse cottons.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Newburgh and Syracuse RaiIroad.--The
Newburgh Ga.ette congratulates the working
friends of this proposed work, on its Frightening
prospects It states that call opposition and
jealousy of rival routes fall to the ground and fade
quite away under the light Of developed and now
acknowledged facts.n-ABany argus.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

The Franklin, New York, Association will
leave Washington on Monday, the seventh of
November, for the purpose of visiting New York :
in which city they will arrive at eight o'clock in
the evening, and remain during Tuesday and
Wednesday,. Returning. they will reach Phila-
delphia on Thursday and remain there until Satur-
day, when they will proceed 10 Baltimore, and
thence home, to Washington, in the last train.
This is part of the programme, which has been
matured thus early for the purpose of giving their
brother fremen Of Baltimore, Philadelphia, and
New York, an opportunity Of making the neces-
sary arrangements for their reception.
On Saturday night, November the fifth, after the
meeting of the association, there will be parade.
in full uniform, through the city" '..
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Camphene Expiosion.--On "Wednesday
camphene lamp burst at the Eagle hotel at the
corner of William and Frankfort streets, n. u,
by which DIR. Johnston was badly burned.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
NE TH.

On the 5th instant of consumption wM. FERGUSON
The deceased Of irreproachabe character pos
sessng the confidence of all who knew him. and died. he
had lived, true Christian.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Another Contribution to the Monument.--
The society has just received block of stone for
insertion in the monument TO Washington, taken
from the ruins of the Brucion-from the spot
where the Alexandran library stood. II is proba-
bic that it adjoined column; but this is uncer-
tain. It was excavated from the ruins, which
covered it 10 the depth of twenty feet. The tenn
pie of Asnoe stood near it, and it is believed that
the stone came from that edifce. There is, how
ever little doubt that it is from the library, which
covered large space round the spot from which
it was removed. The stone is Of red sienite gran
lite, from Upper Egypt and is of the same quality
as all the obelisks of Egypt, which are principally
built from the ruins of Memphis 1t may be three
thousand years old. .aa.
This block from Alexandria, in Egypt, on the
Mediterranean sea, arrived on Sunday, at Alexan-
dria Virginia, situated on the Potomac river; and
was yesterday transferred TO Monument Place. 1t
will be furnished with an inscription by the So
ciety. ,, au
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Mount Vcrnon.--lt will be matter of gratifca-
ton 10 the frequent pilgrims TO the tomb of the
Father of his Country 10 learn that the garden ol
the Mount Vernon estate has been opened 10 the
inspection of visiters. II is under the charge OF
Mr.. Hughes.--Nat Intel
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

A scoundrel Caught.--A man named Johr
Grmsley was arrested in this city on Thursda!
evening, on the charge OF an attempt to commit
rape upon the person of his step-daughter. liz
was arrested by officer Jordon, of Covington
where the parties reside, and where he will hav,
his trial-Cin. Coinn,bian
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Frightful Cataiogue.-Mr. De Lamater pre-.
sidcnt of the Long Island Fire Insurance Company
gives list embracing one hnndred and t,centy ca.
piosions of burning Fmia from July, 1851, to Au.
gust, 1853 The list is confined mostly 10 New
York, Brooklyn and Philadelphia. In majority OF
the cases two more persons Were either killed or
seriously injured.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Honor and Fame from all Conditions
rise."--In Bedford, Maine, at the recent election
an old man who performed the duties of sweeper
at machine shop, was brought forward as can
didate for the legislature, and elected by majority
of 1875 .s#s .... Es....... H.. '-.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Masonic.-Thc G.. G. Chapter of the United
States Order of Free Masons assembled in Lex
ington, Kentucky, few days ago. The attend
ance was large, the chapters under the jurisdiction
OF the G. G. Chapter being represented from every
State IN the Union, except Louisiana and Ten
No
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
n LyvvrT,R AND EOOISCAp PAPERS

ii 4 ruled and plain, from 81 % TO 81 90 per rcam,
for sale by COLLINS, BOVINE & CO.,
llth ST.. six doors north of Penn. avenue,
Branch of Staloners' Hall, III and l76,
Oct. lit (m) Pearl street, New York.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Blue Rose.-Thc horticulturists Of Paris. says
correspondent of the Ns,c York Express. have sue
ceeded by artificial crossings in obtaining nalu
raj rose OF a blue color, which is the fourth colo
obtained by artificial means--that and the yellow
or tea rose, the black or purple rose and striped
rose being all inventions, and the result OF ski!inl
scientific gardening. ~,.'
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

II ITHOGRAPHY.--Thc undersigned have,
il in connexion with their establishment, a lith-
ographic printing office, and are prepared TO exc
cute orders for checks promissory notes, drafts,
bills of exchange, circulars, &c.
Specimens can be seen on application al the
store. COLLINS, BOVINE, 81 CO.,
1lth ST., six doors north of Penn. avenue,
Branch Of Stationers Hall, III and 176,
Oct. lift Qn) Pearl street, New York.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
DLANk BOOKS, LEDGERs, JOUR-

ID NAILS, DAY-BooKs, &c, for sale from the
shelves or made To order by
COLLINS, BOVINE & CO..
llth ST., six doors north of Penn. avenue,
Branch of Stationers' Hall, Ia and 176
Oct. lit (m) Pearl street, New York.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Plunder Scheme Stopped.--The conviction
and sentence Of John S. Dye of the Bank Mirror"
for issuing and circulating fraudulent currency
was yesterday announced in the papers. Dye was
found guilty, fined fue hHndred oolars and ordered
TO prison unless it was paid. He managed to raise
the money, and is now at large. The public owe
Mr.. Dickinson, the prosecuting attorney of the
police court little favor for the energy he dis
played in carrying the prosecution through Dye
had all his arrangements perfected for putting out
large issue Of the bastard trash, but he has been
headed in the knavery in singular manner, and
honest aborers and traders protected from the in
famous scheme 10 plumber them of their property.
.[CinciRnati Enquirer.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

ass~A German colony has BEEN for couple Of
years settled in Pickens district, South Carolina,
on tract of ZOO acres of land which it has
purchased in common, 10 be divided among the
several families of the community. Houses have
been erected, and village laid out, named (" Wal
hallan and schools and churches have been insti-
tuted and, according 10 the Charleston Standard
il is Zone Of the most beautiful specimens Of
primitive society TO be met with in any country
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

ROOMS, with Board, in a
IL genteel, quiet family, can be obtained on F
street, equi-distant from the Treasury and Patent
Office, on application at this office
Sep. 5-2awiflm
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Fire-arms.--The United States government
have in contemplation to attach Maynard's patent
primer 10 the United States muskets in the armory
in Springfield paying Mr. Maynard $4,000 for the
right to use his invention by which an arm can be
discharged thirty-six times without repriming.
Mr. Maynard is also constructing, and has nearly
perfected, for the United States government, a
rifle, to be loaded at the breech. The modus op-
erand is very simple, and If successful will make
the arm Of defence terribly effective.
Boston T,arelcr
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
Deep Sea soundings.--The United States

Deep Sea S0undings.--The United States
surveying brig Dolphin has completed perfect
line of sonndngs across the Atlantic, from Chesa-
peake Bay to Rockue, off the west coast of Scot
land. The greatest depth at which bottom was
reached, was 3,l30 lathoms. Specimens of the
soil were obtained at each sounding, and have
been preserved for analysis. The temperature Of
the water at various depths also noted. Much
difficulty has heretofore been experienced in OBJ
tanning return of the line after being sunk, il
having invariably broken under the weight. This
obstacle has been obvated by an apparatus used
on the Dolphin, whereby the shot at the end OF
the line becomes detached upon touching bottom
This invention will doubtless facilitate such inves
LEGATIONS and will lead to interesting results.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Stab5ing.-Late on Saturday night, or early
on Sunday morning, a man, named Oliver H.
Wade, stabbed another, named George Fasnaught
with dirk-knife. The affair occurred in the
neighborhood Of G street, between Sixth and
Seventh streets. The parties had it appears
been participating in dance and had indulged
freely in the Refreshments" The accused, in
default Of bail, was committed TO prison TO await
trial during the next term Of the criminal court.
Fasnaught was badly, but not fatally, wounded
in the side. The assassin's hand was cut, proba
bly, by the partial closing of The knife upon it.
But for this the blade would il is thought, have
penetrated, to its full length, the body Of the VIC
tim at which it was thrust. The instrument was
found early on Sunday morning where the stab
bing took place. . ......
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

Guano from Chincha.--The last accounts state
that new survey had been made Of the guano on
the Chincha Islands. II ascertaned that the
manure is several feet deeper all over the island
than was hitherto supposed. Large valleys were
found 10 exist which were hitherto unknown, COM
pletely filed with guano 10 a level with the sur
face of the hills, and it is now thought that the
supply will prove almost nexhaustibe.
The Pananleno states that the British and French
ministers in Peru made application TO the govern
mcnt 10 send each duly qualified commissioner
10 the Chncha Islands. for the purpose of reporting
upon the state of the islands, and the quantity of
glano, but that the request refused.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11

DRS. L. ii. Ss j. A. CARMICHAEL have
~ this day associated themselves in the practice
OF medicine. Their office is on Pennsylvania av-
enue, north side, between 18th and 18th streets.
Sep 29-1md
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-11
gotal ann 4ersonal.

Public MeetIngs.--on Sunday afternoon, Mr.
George Savage, the temperance lecturer with a
party Of his friends, proceeded to hold public
meeting before the door Of Mr. Upperman, on
Pennsylvania avenue, at the same place where,
the Sunday before, he received voley of eggs
from Hunters battery growing out of causes
heretofore stated in this paper Mr.. Savage had
scarcely finished his Introductory remarks, when
Captain Steele, the chief of police, in the name OF
the law politely requested himto cease his opera
tions Mr. Savage bowed TO the authority and
the crowd quietly separated. The orator, however,
as if not 10 be silenced for the day on subject
which engrosses his mind started for the Patent
Office, where meeting was in progress under the
auspices Of one Of the temperance societies, and
there, on the east side of the building, standing
on hugh marble block, spoke TO his hearts con-
tent, and was followed by gentlemen connected
with the pulpit and the bar. "
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1853-02-19
MONDAY, FEBRUARY IA, 1858.
IN SENATE.

The PRESIDENT of the Senate laid before the body
communication from the Secretary Of War; made in
pliance with resolution calling for information to the
best mode the shortest possible t and the appropra-
tons necessary place the harbor Of San Francisco
state of defence.
The Engineer department submits the following esti-
mate: To finish the deences in FIVE years will require
81 000 in four years. 81 600 900; in three years
$4,000 900; and in tive years, S3, 100000 Gen. Toten
says ought to add that although the attempt
pete these defences within the period Of FIVE years will
augment the cost the the period 10 shortened II is
possible the other hand that beyond the period Of
hve years thereabouts there will be increase Of
amount by nm extension Of time The chief Of the ord