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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

A Duel.--A couple of young men, in the lower
part of the borough, had difficulty about young
lady, in the course of which banter was given
for fight 1t was at length agreed that it should
be duel, and the weapons pistols. Seconds were
chosen, and the preliminaries agreed on. To
keep the courage of the principals from taking the
direction of Bob Acres, and oozing ont Of their
finger ends they We're privately informed that the
pistols would be loaded only with powder. One
evening in the latter part of last week the parties
proceeded to the plank road, the ground was
measured and pair of Misunderstanding horse
pistols presented to the combatants, and the word
given. At the discharge of the parties, dex-
terously smearing his face with some red liquid,
and uttering groan, fell heavily to the ground
his opponent. astounded at the result, was cooly
informed by his second that his pistol was loaded
right; dropping his pistol he rushed forward, i'm
ploring the wounded man to speak, but was an
swered only by groans, as if in great pain. Con-
WINGED that he had dangerously if not fatally,
wounded his antagonist, he started full to
make his escape, and next morning about day
light reached his brothers., about ten miles from
Camden. Here the whole family, including his
mother, were startled by the revelation, and the
brother, with all speed, came to Camden, and
taking up some funds, several hundred dollars his
mother had in bank, to employ counsel, &c, on
behalf of his brother. came on 10 Germantown to
ascertain the state Of the wounded man, and found
that his brother was the victim of hoax.
Richmond Mail s.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

Sandwich islands, Washington cores
pendent of the New York Tribune states that our
government has received late dispatches from the
Sandwich Islands, which announce the fact that
a revolution threatening the deposition fthe ex-
listing government Of these islands, is supposed 10
be on foot and to be fomented by the British and
French consuls. The object of this movement is
to throw obstacles in the way of cession of the
islands 10 the United States.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

DERSONS at distance, addressing the Man
IL ayers, can confidently rely on having their
orders for tickets in the Maryland Lotteries
promptly filed.
Bank notes on any solvent bank in the United
States received al par for tickets.
BONDS 10 heavy amount, are deposited with
the state to secure the payment of prizes Draw
ings conducted in public, under the superintend-
ence OF the State Lottery Commissioner
We would call your attention TO the following
splendid Lotteries, TO be drawn under our man.
agement, during the month of December. ANY
orders you may favor with will receive prompt
attention, and be considered strictly confidential.
The Managers Official Schemeis always sent
from the Managers Office, with all the tickets Or
dered and the printed official drawing certified TO
by the State Lottery Commissioner, will be sent
day. after the drawing of the lottery is
All prizes sold at the Managers Office
cashed Immediately after the drawing.
These Lotteries will be drawn each Saturday
of the month, and we would suggest to correspoR-
dents the proprety of sending their favors in tho
early part of the week. Should an order be
ceived too late for the Lottery of one week the
amount enclosed will either be invested in that Of
the succeeding week, or returned TO the cores
pondents, according to their wish.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

Wolves.-The wolves of Maine seem to be nu-
merous and remarkably fierce, the present season.
correspondent of the Machias Union says that
the accommodation stage and passengers from
Rockland were few days since driven back from
the woods near Indian river, and detained over
night by large detachment ofwolves. The Bruins
wick Telegraph relates that on Friday last, Col.
Campbell of that town was chased by pack Of
wolves while in the woods not half mile from his
house. Four of them came within twenty feet Of
him, whereupon he turned at bay, armed with an
axe and his adversaries, after some reconnoiter-
ing and few low growls of Misrepresentation con-
cluded TO forego their anticipated breakfast and
beat reluctant retreat.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
Markets.

New YORK. Dec. 2.--Flour is steady. Sales OF
10000 barrels at Sc 81 @ SO "a for State, and
So 81 @ 81 IL for Ohio. Sales of $50 barrels
southern at 81 IL q 81 rs. Wheat buoyant
sales of 40, 900 bushels at ST. rs "a 81 80 for Gen.
essee, 81 70 for white WESTERN and ST. SO for red
southern. Corn active for export; sales of "a ,0OO
bushels at so cents for Mixed and so a 81 cents
for white
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
STATIONERY AND BLANK BOOKS.

TRAY s. BALLANTYNE, Booksellers
NJ 1h street. have just received large lot Of upe
ror Cap and Letter Paper, at all prices from 81 Sc
TO SO SO per ream.
Adhesive envelopes, from 81 to SO per thou
sand
Note paper of all kinds, fancy envelopes, &c.
Blank books.
Ledgers, day-books, and journals, all sizes.
Copy books, fine assortment, plain and fancy
binding.
Memorandum diaries for 1854.
Superior gold pens.
Steel pens, from IS cents 10 81 per gross.
Drawing books and cards. pencils and crayons.
Monochromatic boards
Visiting cards, &c.
GRAY g. BALLANTYNE,
7th street, near Odd Fellows Hall.
Dec 3-tf fml
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

New YORK, Dec 2.-The settlement of the
Methodist church controversy is officially an
nounced, but the terms will not be made public
until the withdrawal of the suits by consent of the
courts of law II is understood that an equal d.
vision between the northern aud southern Sec
tons has been agreed to- IL
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
The Weather.

BANGOR, Dec. 1.-The weather is milder, and the
ice in the river IS started The river will soon be
clear.
CLEVELAND, Dec. 1.-The weather is moderate
Navigation still open
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

editors of the New York Express writing from
Washington, says:
The Secretary of the Treasury has been in cor
respondence with the comptrollers and auditors
touching the large outstanding balances due the
United States. This Indebtedness to the govern
ment amounts at this time 10 one hundred and one
millions fire hundred and eighty-tlree thousand
dollars, tS10l 5S3000) and seventy millions is due
from one branch Of the service, or on the books
Of the comptrollers. The chief comptroller is
called upon by the secretary to push these ac-
turn, has been addressing letters Of complaint and
inquiry 10 auditors, &c. Mr.. Guthrie intends TO
make point of these delnquencies in his report
TO Congress.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

MSr Two men named Hubbard Wright and Otis
Field were run over by the cars on the Vermont
and Massachusetts railroad on Tuesday evening,
between the bridge across the Deerfeld and Con
neticut river Wright was instantly killed, his
head being severed from his body. Field now lies
in a critical condition, and is not expected 10 re-
cover His legs were horribly mangled arl have
been amputatcd.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
Furnished APARTMENTS.

ELEGANT Furnished Apartments A
Lsplendid suite ofrooms, fitted up with the most
modern furniture, well adapted for member OF
Congress, being centrally located, will be rented
plying TO Mrs. Plant ID street, between 9th and
10th streets Also, two rooms unfinished adapt
ed for an Office and sleeping apartment.
Nov 30-3t (m)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

Scalded to Death.-Coroner Gamble held an
inquest at No. 19S east 35th street. upon the body
of Laura A. Lemons, aged one year and eight
months, who died on Tuesday night from scalds
received on Monday last, by accidentally falling
into pan of hot water. The deceased at the
time was with her mother on board the steamboat
West End, then lying at Barn island. verdict
of accidental death was rendered by the jury.
~ Y. San.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
Prize Fight.

PHENIxvILLR, Pa, Dec. 1.-The prize fight be-
tween Bradley, OF Moyamensing and Sloan, alias
Sluggin, of Baltimore, came off to-day at P. NJ,
in Montgomery. After IA rounds, lasting but II
minutes, Sloan was declared vanquished, being
unable TO come to time. Sloan was badly hurt.
posse of officers went from this city, but ALL ex-
cept one missed the right spot, and he was pow
erless.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
The BODY snatching Case.

SYRACUSE, Dec. 1.-The body snatching difficulty,
which was caused by discovering that the body
of Mrs Margaret Fisher had been stolen from
the grave the night afterthe burial has been set
tied. The offending students Of the medical col
lege here, who were suspected Of the act have
decamped, and the legal proceedings have been
stopped.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

Dry Goods.-A splendid assortment has just
been received by Mr. E. S. Tate, Pennsylvania
avenue, four doors from the Centre market, south
side Such choice selection will, Of course, be
examined by those who desire to purchase not
only good articles, but at reasonable prices.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.-The Cumber-
land Telegraph says that the water will be drawn
off the canal on the first of January, for the pur-
pose of putting it in thorough repair against the
time Of commencing the spring trade. After the
middle of this month"; but little coal will be shipped
over it TO market as the boats will not have time
to return.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
Melancholy suicide.

BosToN, Dee 1.--Israel G. Rice, a provision deal
er, hung himself this morning. Cause pecuniary
embarrassments. He was member Of the COM
mon council and director in the Exchange bank.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
Sale of the Osprey.

PHILADELPHIA, Dec 2-The steamer Osprey was
purchased at the Exchange to-day, by Z. j. Du.
iilh, formerly of the firm of Dutilh, HUMPHREYS g.
Co, for $4,000.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
EMPIRE HOTEL,

Pennsylvania Avenue, Warrington, d. G.
VNHE undersigned, having recently purchased
Il the lease of the abovenamed hotel, is prepared
10 accommodate permanent or transient boarders.
II is centrally situated, being between Sd and Il
streets, FIVE minutes walk from the Capitol
va Transient Boarders 81 so per day
s. HEFLEBOWER,
Dec l-3t Proprietor.
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NOTICE.
A LII PERSONS having left their car

LII FEhsoNS having lett their card
IA plates with us are respectfully informed that,
upon closing our business, we deposited them with
Mr.. VIM. Phipps, engraver and plate printer, on
18th street, west side, I'd door above street. and
we take pleasure in recommending him 10 our old
patrons, and the public generally for any work in
that line. F. MAST & co.
Nov 29--1m2aw
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
ADAMS AND HASKINS,
ARC HIT G rs.

Office on Pennsylvania avenue, 6etween 10Th ana
llth streets, Washington, ID. c.
DLANs, SPECIFICATIONS, Estimates,
and Contracts for new buildings prepared
and their erection superintendent.
Old Buildings altered and modernized
Draughts and Specifications of Patents and
Drawings of every description executed.
REFERENCES
Hon. John Wilson, Com. General Land Office.
Hon. B. B. French, Com. Public Buildings.
Captain b. s. Alexander, u. 8. Army.
Prof Charles c. Jeweu, Smithsonian Institute.
DR. William p. Johnson,
Dec 3-3md
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gnams to let----suar6, &f.

FURNISHED PARLORS AND CHAM
bers for rent on Pennsylvania avenue, south
slde betwean 9th and 7th streets the fourth house
from 9th street, opposite Browns Hotel Apply
TO Mrs. ID. L. GRoUx rr'
Also, small store at the above place.
Nov. 9-eolm#
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

The Collision OH the POtOmac.--We learn
from Captain Darracott agent of the through mail
line, that it was not the mail boat from Aqua
creek, las stated in the Leonardtown Beacon a
few days ago. that run into the Osceola on the
Goth ult, in fog, Fort Washington, but the
steamer Union, boat not connected with the line.
The mail boat is the Mount Vernon, whose care
full and experienced officers willing to bear all
the blame properly belonging to them, but in this
case knew nothing of the accident until they read
an account of il in the papers.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

HARPER'S MAGAZINE, FOR DECEMBER.
n ECEIVED AND FOR SALE AT THE
N Washington publication Office,
JOE SHILLINGTON'S Bookstore.
Harper for December commences a new vol
ume, which is made up entirely of original mat
ter its constant and rapid increase in public
favor is shown by the fact that this volume com
mences with the unexampled edition OF $4,000
copies
Single numbers for sale, or subscriptions re-
ceived and delivered in any part of the city.
Agency at
JOE SHILLINGTON'S Bookstore,
Corner of Al street and Penn. av.,
Odeon Building.
Dec IN
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
Daring Attempt at Highway Robbery

young man, named Charles Augustus was passing
through Anthony street, al late hour on Tuesday
night, and when near the corner of Little Water
street, was attacked by an unknown individual,
who felled him to the pavement, and was in the
act of robbing him of wallet containing 1903,
and gold watch, when his cries brought TO his
assistance, officer Caran of the sixth ward and
the rascal took TO his heels, and though pursued
by the officer, effected his escape. Augustus was
conducted TO the station-houss, where he received
the necessary attention. II appears that few
moments before the assault was made, he had
been treating some rowdes at porter-house, and
while paying for their drinks, exhibited his money.
One of these fellows is undoubtedly the person
who afterwards attacked and intended to rob him.
~ Y. San.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

GATHERS.
ID DEDUCTION OF PRICEs.--Visitors to
IN Gautier's Saloons will find, upon examina-
ton of the present revised Bill of Fare, that the
prices of many articles have been reduced
Nov 30--eo3t (m)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

White Cravats and Vests.-In New York,
white cravats and vests out Of date in fash
ionable circles. They are now the Distinguishing
badge Of servants in attendance. However, as
New York is not the centre Of fashion, the full
evening costume still prevails elsewhere. The
editor of the New York Sunday Times in abiding
friend of ours, who had for few seasons given
up parties, attended one recently, and wishing 10
honor the occasion in full dress, arrayed himself
in his wedding suit, carefully preserved, and was
much chagrined on finding that he was the only
man present besides the waters who sported a
white vest and cravatn
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
HARPER'S MAGAZINE FOR DECEMBER
A MOST Magnificent Number. For popu

A MOST Magnificent Number. For popu
n lar reading this magazine presents, al the
cheapest rate and in the best style, the largest
amount of reading matter, having interest and
value for the greatest number of the American
people, without distinction of profession or class
With this number is commenced. the eighth vol
ume, afordng time for those who desire this yalu-
able publication TO subscribe, il being the com.
mencement of new volume.
Putnam's Magazine for December. good
number.
Subscriptions for either ofthe above magazines,
aud for sale in single numbers, at
BUCKINGHAMS
National Periodical Depot, National Hotel.
Dec IN
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

Rev. T. r. Norris, senior editor Of the Bosto
Ol,vs Branch, is dangerously sick at his residenc
in Somervle, Massachusetts Fears are entc
tanned that he will not recover.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
An EthiopIan Hercules.--A n

An Ethiopian Hercules.-A negro in Peters
burg, Virginia took up and toted" on his shoulder
hogshead of tobacco from the depot to the cen
ire warehouse. II weighed three hundred and
eighty-fve pounds. The Somhstae Democrat says
this is fact.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

The Hon. Thomas H. Benton has selected
the seat which was occupied by the late John Q.
Adams in the House of Representatives.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
The Great Republic.-Th

The Great Republic.-This magnificent clip
per ship towed to her pier, foot Of Dover
street, yesterday afternoon by the steamer Achil-
les, where she will be thrown open TO public in
spection at one shilling each, which will be de-
voted to charities connected with the commerce
of this port. 1t was in this manner that 81 ,00C
was collected, and given to the Seamen's Friend
Society. while she lay in Boston harbor-N \
Sun.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

"Yankee Sullivan" is again in the hands
Of the sheriff Of Westchester county, who claims
to take Yankee as a prisoner for violating his
parole Of honor not TO fight or engage in fight
again, given 10 the governor Of the State who
therefore pardoned Yankee, and released him from
the State prison, few years since, where he was
under sentence for the affair OF Lilly and Mccoy
The friends and legal advisers of Yankee applied
TO Judge Edwards, who granted habeas corpus.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

Italian Opera.--We learn that Mr.. Risey has
just returned from the north, having, while there
effected an engagement with De Vries's Italian
Opera company, with its magnificent costume, or
chestra, etc.. for few nights. This troupe will
perform every alternate night, and will open on
the 18th instant.
We are also pleased TO learn that MIR. Risley has
engaged the beautiful and charming American
dansenSe, Miss Gertrude Dawes, who has created
such enthusiasm in New York. Philadelphia, and
Baltimore
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
.NIBusEs leave Alex.
JOHN 8. GALLAHER,

GCARFS AND CRAVATS. - Black and
~ Fancy Scarfs and Cravats, Stocks, Ties,
Handkerchief, Mufiers, &C., of superior and
plain styles and qualities, in great variety and al
moderate and uniform prices, at
STEVENS'S
Dec. 2-3tif Salesroom, Browns Hotel
(Star and Unon)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03

GS00 WANTED for twelve months, for
paw which IL per cent. will be given Sc
cured by mortgage on real estate worth $1,000.
Apply TO GEO. T. MASSEY 81 co,
Nov 29-5t Opposite Post Office,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
MARRIED,

On Thursday December at "Fairviewn Prince Georges
county, Maryland, by REV ii. STANLEY, COLIN MACKEN
ZIE Of Baltimore, and CHRISTIE 81 daughter Of Col WM
d. BOWIE. I'd
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
Gilman,s Hair Dive has made lis appearance

Gilman's Hair Dye has made its appearance
in our city, very much to the qualification of our
young beaux who wear red whiskers or musta-
chios. Gentlemen are now seen going into our
hair-dressing saloons with hair, whskers, musta-
chios, and eyebrows of all imaginable colors, and
in five minutes theywill appear on the street hav-
ing them entirely changed and decidedly improved
by lustrous black, obtained by using GILMAN's
DYE.--Nor,oK Herald
For sale by z. D. GILMAN, Chemist,
Washington CRY.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
NEW GOODS-JUST RECEIVED.
TIME LADIES OF WASHINGTON and

TNHE LADIES OF WASHINGTON and
i its vicinity are respectfully invited to call and
examine splendid assortment Of Dry Goods,
which will be sold very low for cash. The follow
ing is part of the stock now on hand:
Cambria Edgings Swiss, do; Cambria bands
do. Sleeves; Embroidered and plain, do; lace
embroidered handkerchiefs; collars, from Ct cents
to 50 so; lace falls, silk mitts, kid gloves, and
many other articles too numerous TO mention.
E. S. TATE.
Pennsylvania avenue, four doors from Centre
Market, south side.
Dec 2-6t (m)
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Hlghway Robbery.-Near Albany. on Mon.

Highway Robbery.-Near Albany ON Mon
day evening, a gentleman named George Sny-
der of Greece Monroe county, was robbed Of
Sis in money and all his clothing which was
stripped from off his back while he was walking
on the Shaker road, seven miles from this city.
From his story il would appear that he de-
coyed TO that vicinity by stranger, and that while
walking along they were accosted by another par
Nv who appeared TO be friend TO the stranger in
company of Mr.. Snyder, and that they both sud-
denly turned upon him; each drawing a revolver,
which they presented TO his head demanding his
money, or they would blow his brains out He
gave them all his money, some Sis, above
stated when the merciless vagabonds demanded
his clothing, which he refused TO give up, when
they per force stripped him. He was compelled TO
run for his life TO the Shaker settlement, where he
obtained clothing. The night, II will be remem-
bered was bitter cold and the nude state in which
Mr.. S. was left demanded the free use OF his feet
TO get to the house of friends 10 keep him from
freezing. The story if true, certainly gives evil
dence of great desperation on the part of the rob-
bers.-ABany Transcript
Sentence Of two Murderers.-The sentence
of death was this day passed on Andrew Hemp
hill Trayer and Henry Wilson, who had been found
guilty of the murder of VIM Coleman At 10
o'clock in the morning OF Nov. 2Sth the court met,
and the clerk, Mr.. n G. Kurney, calling on the
prisoners to stand up and speak. if anything they
had 10 say before sentence was read. Trayer rose,
and in disconnected manner, and in a tremu-
lous voice, made a few remarks, asseverating his
innocence, positively and emphatically. Wilson
also very briefly stated that he was innocent,
and knew nothing about it." and sat down.
Judge L. P. Thompson then, in very Impressive,
solemn and feeling manner pronounced sentence
of death by hanging, on the 9th day Of January
next, between the hours of II and o'clock
The courthouse was filed with persons from
all parts Of the county, and all seemed to feel
sensibly during the progress of the awfuy serious
eremony.-RichmondD Dispatch.
Female Convicted Of Murder.-The1 Hunt
ingdon (Pa.) Banner, of Saturday, gives an ac-
count Of the trial, conviction and sentence Of Mrs
Elizabeth Harker, for poisoning her sister. The
evidence in the case, it is said, was very plain
and disclosed iendish transaction sufficient to
make humanity shudder. It appears that the
woman poisoned her own sister for the purpose
ofbecoming her successor in the household at
time, too, when she was verging on Si1ty years of
age! The judge sentenced her to be hung, and
the public opinion is so much against her that
probably no effort will be made TO have her re-
prieved In the early part of the trial. the prisoner
seemed but little affected by her awful situation ;
but as proof after proof was elected fastening the
guilt Enthusiastically upon her. tears and sobs add
ed not little to the painful embarrassing duties
of the court and counsel, and the solemnity Of
the scene.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-03
TWELVE DOLLAR LOTTERY.
Capital $4,000.

GRAND CONSOLIDATED LOTTERY,
Glass 1.
To be drawn In Baltimore Nd Saturday, Dec. g. 1858