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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-08-13

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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-08-13

A BOOK-KEEPER who thoroughly understands bis
~ bushes and undrh,sd references % ehsrsetsr gaN
tcsfors Ac- wishes importing hous . e.ke
ehse ola rsIufaer1EiBg establishment Address Box -
P.r-OEce.
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A GENCY AT wAsHINGTo N ITO

IA Clalmants.-fhANCISA a. DlCklNS con-
tnues to undertake the agency Of claims before
Congress and other branches of the government
including commissioners under treaties, and the
various public Offices. He will attend to pre-
emption and other land claims, the procuring OF
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
for Virginia bounty land warrants, and the confir-
nation by Congress Of grants and claims to lands,
claims for property lost in or taken for the service
OF the United States; property destroyed by the
Indians, or while in the possession of the United
States; invalid, revolutionary, navy, widows, and
haIfpay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
vices, whether for commutation, halEpay, or
bounty lands; also, claims for extra and back pay,
&C.. of soldiers, sailors and marines; as well those
against the State of Virginia. as the United States
all claims, growing out of contracts with the gov
ernment, for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct of the government and, in
deed any business before Congress- the public of
ices which may require the aid of agent or attor-
ney. His charges will be moderate, and depend
ing upon the amount of the claim and the extent
of the service.
Mr.. F. A. Dickins is known to most ofthose who
have been in Congress within the last few years
or who have occupied any public attention al
Washington.
His Office is on Fifteenth street, opposite to the
Treasury Department and next door to the Bank
of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 2S-1yd I'M
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
D w. BROWNING, Merchant Tailor

u w. BROWNING, Merchant Tailor,
I !, under the United States Hotel having en-
iarged and improved his store, would now respect
fully call the attention of citizens and strangers
visiting Washington 10 his well-selected stock OF
French and English cloths, cassimeres, and vest
ings, Of the newest and most elegant styles OF
goods from the New York market. s6
Having had twenty years experience in the
purchase of goods from the best importing houses
in the United States, with such advantages as will
enable him to offer them to the public on such
terms as will give entire satisfaction to the pur-
chasers, and, in view of increasing his business,
he has purchased an unusual large stock of goods,
such as will defy competition for their beauty,
style, and cheapness.
All he asks is a call before you purchase else
where, and he will convince you that you will
save your money by SO doing. suit of clothes
can be made up in the most elegant style at twelve
hours notice.
Superior Ready-made Clothing.
have on hand superior assortment OF ready
made clothing, of my own work, made up in the
most fashionable manner, such as overcoats in
various styles, frock and dress coats, and also
pants and vests, which will be sold at much less
price than work made to order.
LIB. Sole agent for SCOTS report Of Fashions
for the District.
Oct. 15-6m. (m) ,a
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
YTO EDITORS AND PERSONS havin

YINO EDITORS AND PERSONS having
i business at the seat Of government.-The un-
dersigned are now making arrangements 10 estab-
lish in the city of Washington :" A National Cores
pondence Office" for the purpose of supplying
editors throughout the country with the earliest
and most important news from the national me-
tropolis.
They have just closed arrangements with two
Of the most expert stenographers in the Union to
furnish them daily REPORTS of the proceedings and
doings in Congress, from which they will collate
and prepare terse and pquant sketches that must
prove interesting to the general reader.
Our correspondence will embrace every subject
interesting TO the public, and, as we are not the
"organ" of any party, we shall be enabled to
crafty the wishes of all who may desire our SER
vices. 4..G
We have the very best facilities for obtaining
the most reliable Information from the different
departments of the government at Washington.
All persons having pension or other claims upon
the general government will promote their inter
ests by corresponding with us before employing
agents at Washington.
Terms such as TO Justify every country editor
throughout the Union TO keep his readers well
posted upon all matters of interest transpirng at
Washington, whilst the large dailies will find It to
their advantage 10 open with us correspondence.
JOHN G.. BOWER.
il. C. MCLAUGHLIN
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oCoTT,s WEEKLY PAPER.--The pub

w EfihLI FAFhths..1 1ue pup.
y Usher Of this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year Qs5D accumulation OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
of the Philadelphia weeklies. Among the new
features will be new and brilliant series of origi-
nal romances by George Lippard, entitled Legends
of the Last Century. All who have read Mr.. Lip
pards celebrated :: Legends Of the American Revo-
ution,' published for ifly-six consecutive weeks
in the g Saturday Courier, will find these pictures
of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brilancy of his previous produc-
tions. The first of series Of original novelettes,
called Morris Hartley the Knights of the Mystic
Valley, by Harrison w. Ainsworth, is about to be
commenced. II will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravngs. and its startling incidents
cannot fail to elicit undivided praise. Enmcrson
Bennett the distinguished novelist, and author o
VIOLA etc. etc. is also engaged TO furnish bril-
liant novelette, to follow the above. Mrs. Mary
Andrews Denison, author of Home Pictures, Pa.
,ience Worthington and her Grandmother, etc.
will continue splendid domestic novelette, en-
titled the Old Ivy Grove, and H. G. Watson an
illustrated story called the Two Edged knife-a
graphic picture of early life in Old Kentucky. To
these will be added original contributions and Sc
Ca;rvlle. Lille Lilberne Mrs. Stowe, Grace Green
wood. and other distinguished writer's the news
of the day, graphic editorials, full reports OF the
provision money, and stock markets, letters from
travellers at home and abroad ETC., etc.
Terms-One copy one year So; two copies one
year So four copies one year SIS; nine copies one
year, and one 10 the getter up Of the club, $40 !;
twenty copies one year and one to the getter mp
of the club, $50.
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No Ill Chestnut ST., Philadelphia.
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NEW THING ENTIRELY.--The most

A NEW THING ENTIRELY.--The most
IN astonishing performance heard Of! Barrels,
lirkins, kegs and all description of cooper-work,
made and finished, without defect, air-tight, and
smooth enough to varnish, entirely by machinery.
The timber is taken in the bolt, the slaves are
sawed following, and tcith the grain, cut of uni
form length, dressed perfectly smooth in and out
side, Of uniform thickness, jonted with perfect
curacy, each having its proportonate bilge accord
ing 10 its width and the strength ofeach fully tested
the cask is howeled, chamfered, croase cut, heads
turned, and the whole prepared for the hopping
process in manner so perfect complete, and
superior finish, that we challenge the world to
produce the equal and that at the rate Of from two
hundred TO three hundred per day each machine.
BY this process, all casks can be made, from the
smallest whitehead keg, to the largest size cask in
general use all Of which, can be warranted TO hold
the most subtle fluids, adapted to the packing
of any description of goods. In fact, the machinery
cannot make an imperfect article, unless the fault
Is erclnsireiy in the timber.
Persons desrous of purchasing the right TO use
this machinery in the States of Virginia, Maryland
Kentucky Missouri, or the eastern half of Penn
sylvania, can obtain any information by applying
TO the subscriber at Washington City, d. O., who
is sole proprietor for that portion Of territory under
an assignment from VIM. Trapp, the patentee.
ALLAN POLLOCK. 4
Oct. l5-eodlm.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
AT PRIVATE SALE.
A Good Chance for an Investment.

TINE subscriber, intending to go SOUTH offers
/ rare chance for an investment in his STEAM
SAW Mill PROPERTY, which is located on the
east side Of Crawford street, south of Market
square
This pro cperty fronts on Crawford street 561
feet and runs back to the river channel about 500
or 1000 feet, and when Water street is opened
il will have four fronts altogether The engine is
twenty-five horsepower. There will be no public
sale Of this property, and if not sold privately
by the 18th Of December, il will then be for
rent
For terms, which will be accommodating, apply
TO Colonel M. Cooke, Norfolk, TO Wilson g. Grice,
William III. Wilson, Portsmouth, or to the sub.
scriber. J. II. COOKE.
p. S.--Persons purchasing this valuable prop.
erty can be supplied with timber, either through
the canal, or down the railroad J. X. Q.
Raleigh North Carolina) Standard and Balti-
more Sun copy one month and send bills to this
office. Oct 23-2aWlm
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
AIEnICAI. CARD.-Drs. r. s J. Hunter

lyl (physicians for diseases of the chest, &c.,)
beg to announce that they will remove 10 New
York on the 5th Of December next, or as soon
thereafter as they shall have completed desired
professional arrangements in regard to their prac-
tice in Washington and Baltimore. The motive for
this change is that of being more central and easy
of access TO those visiting them from distant parts
Of the Union. Elm,
DIR. James Hunter will, during the winter, visit
professionally ST. Augustine, Jacksonville, and the
principal resorts for invalids on the southern
coast.
DR.. Robert Hunter will visit Washington and
Baltimore on professional business once in each
month after December.
Will be published in January next an American
edition of Sir Charles Scudamore's work on Inha-
lation. with an Introduction "Notes,n and an
Appendix by r. Hunter, M. R. c. s.
Nov 16--1y (m)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
StlisrfIIaMfGas.
YOU BOUGHT YOUR FURNI.

"AVE YOU BOUGHT YOUR FURNI-
Ill TUREf-lf not call and examine our new
and spendid stock of Rosewood, Mahogany, and
Walnut FURNITURE
Our stock is all new and well made, comprising
nearly every article of cabinet furniture now in
use and many articles that are not 10 be found in
other furniture stores; few of which we emu
merate:
LaSge and splendid walnut and mahogany
Extension Tables
Rosewood, mahogany and walnut Bookcases
Do do do marbleiop
DO do do Buffet do
Do do do corner do
Cottage Reception Chairs, covered with lasting
Walnut and mahogany Comedies
Do do Trays and Stands
Do do and iron Hatracks
Iron Bedsteads, Cribs, and Umbrella Stands
Marble-slabs, Gilt Brackets, and Gilt frame
Mirrors
Mahogany and Walnut Looking. glass Frames
and Looking. glass Plates
Curled-har, shuck, palm-leaG and Excelsior
We have also the newly invented elastic spiral
spring mattress, which has given satisfaction 10
all who have used it, In nearly every instance
where we have sold them they have returned
with orders for more of the springfield bottoms.
We believe their value 10 be inestimable
OF furniture for common use we have too great
an assortment to enumerate,
WIGHT & CROSBY,
Louisiana avenue, opposite the Bank of Wash
ington, near the corner OF 7th street
Notice the bedstead sign
(m) Nov 22-1m
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
NTANTELs, IRON RAILINGs. AND

l1 Spring Mattresses. The Mantels are new,
cheap, and beautiful article, manufactured upon
stone in imitation of the richest Marbles, of the
most rare and desirable kinds. In style and finish
they stand unequaed, and are not injured by coal,
gas, smoke or acids. AT the north they are be-
coming extensively used, and give perfect salts
faction.
Builders and others wishing to purchase arc re
quesed to call and examine for themselves.
Also, Pier Slabs TO match the Mantels, Of the
same materials.
Iron Cemetery and other Fencing and Raings.
Will be kept constantly on hand variety OF
patterns, for which orders will be received and
promptly executed.
Premium Spring Mattresses, new article, far
superior TO anything OF the kind now in use.
R. HASKINS, Agent,
Penn. avenue south side, near 10th street
Oct 19-lm (mN
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
NOTICE TO U. s. MAIL CONTRACTORS
4 AND THE PUBLIC.

AuDIToRs OFFICE, PoST OFFICE DEPARTMENT,
NoUember /, 1853
TTHAS LONG BEEN THE PRACTICE
l of this Office 10 pay the drafts drawn and nego-
iiated by contractors for carrying the United
States mails for the amounts, respectively. OF their
quarterly paw II was established TO accommo-
date the contractors. and meet their necessities, in
advance of the regular and slower process of pay
ing by the drafts or warrants OF the department,
and was intended only TO apply TO one draff per
route from each contractor Tor the sohoH an'oam,
tdeducting fines, collections, &c,) of his quarterly
pay !; but il has been, and is quite generally SO
misunderstood, as to be supposed 10 allow any
number of drafts, and for any amount, not exceed
ing in the aggregate, the contract pay for the quar-
Ter. a privilege conceded for accommodation (for
Il was never anything more) has thus been made
10 embarrass materially the business OF this office,
forced upon il the settlement of the prirate ac-
counts of contractors, and thrown upon the ex-
changes OF the country, with quasi sanction OF
this Office, species of paper currency unau,hor-
ized by the laws.
II not unfrequenty occurs, too that tins Office is
exposed 10 great and unnecessary risk in deter
the assignments endorsements of the various
persons through whose hands these drafts are
made 10 pass before their presentation.
Il is therefore deemed proper 10 give this public
notice to contractors, and all concerned, that from
and after the LIST day Of January, 1854, but one
be payed, or filed for payment in this office, This
DRAFT should state upon its face, thar ft Is s only
one for The qnayter d, the route both TO be spec
fedj on which il is drawn; and the signature there
10 should BE- dtiestsd By the postmaster al the place
adhere IL may be dya,cn, aud other citncss; and
wM. r. PHILLIPS
Aadifor ofths Treasury for the
Nov. l3 p Department.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
CAR D..

CARD.
To the LADIES' Of Washington, Georgetopn, Aler-
andria &c.
HENRY WEIRMAN's ladies, misses, and
Ill chdrens French shoes are sold by the un-
dersigned, on 18th street. just above Corcoran &
Riggs Banking House, in his new building, with
the high marble steps, where he will receive la
dies orders, and keep constantly on hand every
variety of ladies', misses, and childrens French
gaiter walking Shoes white and black satin CATERS,
slippers, &c, made 10 order by III. Weirman. OF
Philadelphia, OF the best French gater materials,
and in the latest Partisan styles. These CATERS
are entirely different from what are generally
known as q slop-shop shoes being all custom
work, of superior workmanship, and warranted TO
give perfect satisfaction.
Ladies', who value beauty, comfort, aud econ
omy, will consult their interest by giving me a
call, and examine for themselves.
G. WEIRMAN,
18th street, just above Corcoran Il Riggs
Nov e--1yeo. (m) Banking House
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
YarSmarf, TiuDars, 1T.
NTo 4. NORTH SIDE PENNSYLVANIA

| IN Avenue between 10th and 1lth streets-W
N G. have now completed their assortment. oi
Stoves and Crates for their fall trade, and would
| respectfully call the attention Of the citizens OF
Washington and the public in general to their
| assortment feeling confident that their styles and
| prices cannot fail to please, being determined 10
sell for less than any previous year for cash. All
we ask is a call before purchasing. Wetake plea
| sure in showing stock and charge nothing for
| H. Our stock consists in part, as follows:
| The VIM. Penn Cook, a most excellent baker and
| a great economizer, for wood and coal
| Triumph Complete for wood and coal
| Complete Cook, for wood and coal
| Blue Ridge, for wood and coal ..%..s.
Etna Air-Tight, for wood and coal. ..
| Welcome Air-Tight, for wood and coal.
| Enchantress, for wood and coal Il.
| Banner. for wood and coal.
Astor Air-Tight Cook, for wood
| Old Dominion, for wood.
Kitchen Companion, for wood.
Double Jog, or two Boiler Cook, for wood.
| Ten Plate, for wood.
| Bay State, for coal
Home Air-Tight, for coal
PARLoR Coal Stoves.
Home Parlor Stoves, one or two story, open and
| and closed fronts, for wood and coal.
Radiators latest style, octagon fronts, OF all the
various sizes.
| Etna Castiron Radiators.
Volunteer Coal Stoves #"..
Hot-Air Parlor
Coal Frankllns.
Open Franklins.
DINING-RooM STOVES +.
Russia Iron Air-Tght, with oven for wood, cast
oven, cylinder base, for coal. ,.
Hot-Air Parlor, for wood or coal, open or closed
tops, with boiler holes.
Revere Alright, for wood.
Etna Air Tight, for wood
H. b. & Co.'s Air-Tight for wood. n.
CHAMBER Stoves.
Troy Alright, for wood.
Revere Air-Tight, for wood. ~
Etna Air. Tight, for wood ..&
Russia Iron Ar-Tght for wood.
Union Ar-Tight, for wood.
Coal Franklins for anthracite and bituminous
Goals. @".
Portable Crates, for bituminous coal. .~.@
CANNON AND CYLINDER STovBs.
Harp Cannon.
Flora.
Union Coal Burner.
Bar Room Octagon, coal basis.
Russia Hall and Store stoves Of all sizes up TO 90
inches
|. ENAMELLEp PARLoR CRATES.
Baltimore and New York Patterns Of all the differ
ent styles and sizes. Fire slabs and fire bricks
of Berry's manufacture. Also, Wap Stone slabs
Haywards Portable Galvanized Furnace, the most
celebrated article now in use for heating dwell
ling houses, churches, &c.
Sheet Iron work of all kinds made to order at short
notice All goods delivered free of charge.
Sep 30-6td WOODWARD ~ GUY.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26
STOVES, STOVES! STOVESM.
\ ". NAYIOR, Copper, Tin, Shcet-iroT

!. and Stove Manufacturer south side Penn
sylvania avenue near Third street, invites the
attention Of all who are in want of Stoves to one
Of the most extensive assortment of the latest
and improved styles. They comprise Furnaces,
Crates, and Cooking Stoves 2. .ne moss approvesa
Cooking Stove, fancy Parlor and Hall Stoves for
coal or wood, as also the Saratoga Radiator,
adapted either for the parlor or hall, which he
offers for sale at the lowest market prices.
, Also, manufacturer and dealer in Tin, Copper,
and Sheet-iron Ware, made OF the best materials
and workmanship. An excellent assortment OF
Culinary articles always on hand.
Roofing, Guttering, Spouting, &c, executed by
experienced workmen, and repairs neatly done
Sole agent for Winston's Improved Patent COT.
Zee Roaster
Sep 24-3msod Qntelhgencer) (m)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-26

NEW GOODS now opening.-P. J. Steer,
IN Washington Place, 7th street, is now open
ing superior stock Of Gentlemens Goods, which
il will give him great pleasure to show TO all his
patrons and to the public. In addition to the usual
stock of Merchant Tailor, special attention is in
vited to large stock Of Gentlemen's Dress Shirts
of very superior fit and quality.
Also, Collars, Stocks, Neck Ties, Cravats,
Gloves, Suspenders, Hosiery, and Furnishing
Goods, generally.
Sep 2l-3tawif2w (m)
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TRVIN(: HOTEL, Washington. sub

TRYING HOTEL, Washington.-Th SUBJ
i scriber respectfully announces to his friends
and the travelling public that he has taken charge
Of this large and well-known establishment, which
has been completely and elegantly reftted and
refurnished in every department. Having had
charge for long time Of French's Hotel, Nor
folk, and the Hotel at Old Point and being expe-
renced in all the details requisite to form Hotel
Of the first class, he the public that every
exertion will be made to render the Irving in
every respect deserving of their confidence and
support. ID. ID. FRENCH.
Sep 81
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uTAsHINGToN STOVE MANUFAC-

wv tory, S. E. corner of Pennsylvania avenue
and l1M st.-The subscriber begs leave 70 call the
attention of his many patrons and the public gen.
orally 10 his very large and carefully selected
stock. comprising, in part, the following:
The Invincible Cook, Tubular Oven, for coal OF
wood, which requires only to be seen TO be appre.
cfated Il is decidedly. the very best operator
and economizer out. References TO some three
hundred sold within the last sixteen months, will
be given; g, .,,,,, =, a,,.h,. .r,;o,. q,
coal or wood
Black Diamond, for bituminous anthracite
Goals.
Old Dominion for wood.
Vernon Alright, for wood.
Baltimore Air-tight, for wood.
Blue Ridge, for wood or coal
Delaware Cook, for wood or coal.
Enchantress, for wood or coal. !:
Factotum, for wood or coal. Il.
Victor Complete, for wood or coal.
Morning Star, for wood or coal. a..,.s..@
Cooks Favorite, for wood. ...
Kitchen Companion, for wood,
Double Jog, or Template, for wood.
Boiler Top, or Nine-plate, for wood.
RANGES
Invincible Range, Tubular Ovens, which, for
economy and operation, has not been surpassed.
/ Beebe's Range.
Water Backs, for ditto.
WOOD AIR-TIGHTS:-
Home Air-tight, new and beautiful pattern,
close or open front.
Home Air-tight, two-story, close or open front
Union Air-tght. .., '
Revere Air-tight. .t"...
Baltimore Air-tight.
Troy Air-tight.
Star Airtight.
Boston Air-tight. .
Russia Iron Alright, cast top and bottom plates.
PARLoR COAL STOVES
Latrobes for heating two rooms.
l.- audi tlsr r.
terms.
Coal Base Radiators
Sldng-door Franklins, beautiful finish, coal or
wood
Open Franklins.
Coal Franklins.
Star Franklins.'
Allegheny Coal Burner. ..'.
Hot Air Parlor. .s...
Boston Parlor.
Star Radiator. ..
Etna Radiator.
Fire King Radiator &c ... ..
DINING ROOM Stoves
Cast Oven, cylinder base, for coal.
Russia Iron Oven, cylinder base for coal.
Russia Iron, Air-tight, for wood.
Model Parlor Cook, for coal.
Hot Air Parlor, for coal.
ENAMELLED PARLOR CRATES
A large assortment, from the very best North
ern manufacturers with circular and PLAIN tenders,
German silver and plain polished bars, &c.
Fire slabs, Is, 20, %, and 24-inch, and Fire
Brick. t
CYLINDER Brick, g. 10, IL, II, Ia, and l6-inch.
In CYLINDER AND CANNON STOVES
very great variety, such as
Jenny Lind, Flora, Harp Cannon.
Ovates, Octagon Cannon, Bar Room
Irving Coal Burner.
Coal Bases, 9, 10, II, and l2-inch Hall Stoves,
&C., &c.
most respectfully solicit a call and an exam.
nation Of nv stock before purchasing elsewhere,
feeling confident that it cannot be surpassed in
quality or cheapness in this District or vicinity.
JAS. SKIRVING,
Southeast corner Penn. avenue and 1lth street.
Oct) 1-lmMWF.