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ENERAL AGENCY.-Taylor s. Collins
Sep 2l-3t

X ENERAL AGENCY.--TaylOr 81 Collins
W will prosecute claims Of every description
against the government, before the departments
or Congress. Procure pensions, bounty lands
extra pay, and arrearages of pay. They will at
tend to the buying and selling of real estate, the
renting of houses, and general collecting bust
ness.
They will also furnish parties al distance with
such information as they may desire from the seat
Of government.
Charges will be moderate.
REFERENCES:
Hon. Jefferson Davis, Secretary of War.
Hon. James G. Dobbin, Secretary of the Navy.
Nicholas Callan, President Board Common
Council.
General John M. McCalla, Attorney at Law.
James III. Caustin.
w. c.. Ridde State Department.
Office on + street Immediately opposite Winder $
Building, Washington ID. G.
Sep 2S-6mod&w
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r C. LEwIs,s Life and Fire Insurance

c. LEWIS'S Life and Fire Insurance
u Office has been removed 10 the new and am
pie rooms, Hall No. 9, in Washington Place, east
side of Seventh street, near the General Post Oi-
fee, where insurances can be effected on as good
terms as in the United States
The mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company
has capital of over millions, declares
and pays dividends annually All lfe-members
share alike in proportion to their annual premiums.
In eight years there have been paid TO Survivors,
through my office, over sevcnty-iive thousand dol
lars. Information and publications gratis.
Northwestern Fire Insurance Company, capital
and surplus fund $4,000 have acted for this
company about seven years; and all losses have
been honorably adjusted and promptly paid.
have associated with me IN this department
my son, JOSEPH X. LEWIS, and we have been
appointed agents of the Continental Insurance
Company of New York city, having cash capital
of $4,000
Some one from the office will visit any proper
ty, when desired, in Washington, Georgetown, or
Alexandra.
Having so much indemnity capital, we shall
hope 10 satisfy all who call
j. c. LEWIS,
Sep. 24--6t (m) Superintendent ofAgencies
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A Little Bonnet.

There is little bonnet,
see il about town,
And little feather on 1t
That tosses up and down.
Beneath this little bonnet
Are two such Jet black eyes
O,thou cosy little bonnet
Lord I'll waste myself in sighs.
And what wonder a--see il moving
Adown the crowded street,
The little feather bowling DER il,
Nodding TO the fairy feet
Proudly goes the little bonnet,
Proudly trip the little feet,
And laughiugly the eyes beam Out
On everything they meet.
Ho clear the way false curls,
With your faded beauty tricks.
Ho clear the way, We suckers
Ofthe white nobs OF your sticks.
Ho! smokers Of Havauas,
Stop your putting, ere that eye
Puts a stopper on your FIRE
With its liquid brilliancy.
Proudly goes the little bonnet,
Proudly step the little feet,
And laughingly the eyes beam out
On everything they meet.
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References. If necsssnru.l

Chubb Brothers, Bankers Washington, ID. c.
John S. Gallagher. Esq, late Third Auditor of the
u. s. Treasury; Hon. Jackson Morton United
States Senate; Drexell & Co., Bankers, Philadel-
phia; NJ Judson, Esq, Banker, New Orleans;
Wright IL Williams, Bankers, Eric, Pennsylvania;
Maury & Morton, Bankers, Richmond, Va; Bur-
eoyne & Plume, Bankers, New York; Ellis Il Nor
ton, Bankers, Cincinnati, Ohio; and Johnson, Bro
ther & Co., Bankers, Baltimore, Md.
n B.-I have facilities for establishing service
in Wayne's War, by which all entitled to Bounty
Land or Pension can secure the same. The diff
iculty heretofore in establishing the service re-
erred to has grown out of the fact that the Depart
ment itself has no rolls of Wayne's War.
. r. II. G.. .
Sep 21-3t Washington.
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ExAMNATIoNs.--THE

NI ~ IL
lHl undersigned will open on the 1st
of December, for the purpose of examining Medi-
cal students in the District Of Columbia
We propose to devote ourselves, at convenient
hours, to daily examinations of students especially
in reference 10 the usual courses of Lectures de-
livered in the city of Washington.
The examinations will embrace, in their scope,
Anatomy Surgery, Obstetrics Diseases of women
and children, Physiology, Materia Medica, Prin-
ciples and Practice of Medicine Microscopical
Anatomy, Chemistry, and the more important
parts of medical jurisprudence.
The course, being confined solely to exalnina-
tons, will continue daily, and will close the latter
end Of March.
Suitable illustrations, by means of preparations,
specimens, Instruments ETC., will be afforded du-
ring the course,
WILLIAM II. SAUNDERS, M. D.,
Demonstrator of Anatomy in the National
Medical College.
ALEXANDER J. SENfMES M. D.,
Physician TO the United States Jail
For tickets apply TO DIR. VIM. II. Saunders, cor.
ner of AZ street and Louisiana avenue opposite
the City Hall, or TO DR.. A. ]. Senmes east side OF
a street, between Pennsylvania and Missouri
venues.
| Washington, Oct, 2, ls53-2awtDl
Qntelligsnssr)
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STOVES. STOVES! SToVES!i,
~ Y. NAYLOR, Copper, Tin, Sheet-ir

. and Stove Manufacturer, south side Penn
Sylyania 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, of the most approved
patterns, including the celebrated kisterbock
Cooking Stove fancy Paror 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, Spoutng &c, executed by
experienced workmen and repairs neatly done.
Sole agent for Winston's Improved Patent Cof
fee RoaSter
Sep 2I-3meod Qntelligencer) (m)
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nRosPEcTus OF MEYERS UNIvER-

sum-In commencing the issue OF the second
volume of the Universum, the publisher makes
his grateful Acknowledgements for the kindness OF
the press, and the very liberal patronage which
the public have bestowed on the first. He is
happy 10 say that the work has succeeded beyond
his expectation, and that he accordingly feels him
self justified in bringing il out in an improved
STYLE II will continue to enjoy the supervision OF
the same editor, who will be able to devote to il
greater degree of care, and every effort will be
made TO give interest and value to each number
that appears. The views presented in this volume
WILL il possible, be more various than in the last
and the descriptive articles more attentively
adapted 10 the wants and taste OF the public.
Among other attractive plates which il will con-
tain, several OF Central America, Australia
and China countries just now among the most
interesting of the globe.
In order TO meet a wish expressed in many
quarters, thetUniversum will hencetorth be chiefly
devoted to views in foreign lands, while the
scenery and public edifces of this republic will
form the subject of a separate work, conducted
by the same editor, TO be called TIE United States
illustrated, which will soon make its appearance
in numbers, in style OF beitting elegance, but al
price within the means of all. For that work
as well as for the Universum the Publisher hopes
for continuance of that public favor which he
trusts more than ever to deserve.
The Universum will be published, as before, in
twelve semi-nonthly numbers, so that the second
volume will be completed in December
Esy~ All subscribers to the work, whether they
have paid in advance or not, will receive with the
last number, as Premium Plate, splendid engrav-
ing representing an historical subject: The Maid OF
Saragossa, executed in high style of art.
TERMS: Single copies % cents per number, or
SO per volume. General agent for Maryland,
District of Columbia, and vicinity Mr.. John c.
Gobright, No. 16, Asquith street, Baltimore, Md.
The first volume of the Unversum may be OBJ
tanned at all booksellers,
Neatly bound in cloth, at. .$3 25 .
In ornamental binding, with gilt edges. 3 so
In Turkey morocco, full gilt. ........ so
Sample numbers premium plates, showbills and
prospectus, to collect subscriptions, will be sup
piled gratuitously, if ordered. II. J. MEYER,
New York, 164 William street.
Agent for Washington
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, cor Al ST. and Penn av.
Sep 29-tf*
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A GENCY FOR CLAIpfs.-The subscri-

N Der lately, and for number of years past, a
Clerk in the Pension Office, offers his services TO
the public Attorney and Agent for prosecuting
claims before Congress and the several Depart
ments Having access TO the largest collection OF
evidence of Revolutionary service. particularly OF
officers of the Staff Department, to be found in the
hands of any private individual, he feels confident
it will enable him TO render satisfactory and valu-
able service TO those who may employ him to es-
tabsh claims which have long remained suspend
ed for want Of proof and proper attention.
Those engaging his services will be constantly
kept advised of the progress OF their claims.
All communications to be post paid.
He is permitted to refer to
Col. J. J. Albert Chiefof Corps Of Top. Engineers.
John Wilson, esq, Com. Of he Gen. Land Office.
J. L. Edwards, esq. Late Com. Of Pensions.
j. G. Berret, esq, Postmaster, Washington, ID. c.
Mai ]. H. Eaton, Late Secretary Of Var.
Beverley Tucker Washington.
oRRIS S. PAINE.
Sen 2l--3t
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DREPARE FOR A RAINY DAY.-Look

DREPARE FOR A RAINY DAY.-Lo0k
j up your old Umbrellas, and send them to the
subscriber in fair weather TO be repaired, and thus
give him time to do the work faithfully; for in rainy
weather the press is so great that the work may
not be well DONE as " nothing is well done that is
done in hurry"
Umbrellas for sale from ;37l cents up to SO, COM
prising a general assortment of green, blue, and
black silk and gingham umbrellas.
A large assortment of articles suitable for every
description Of repairs.
Don't forget the place d. PIERCE,
Penn. avenue, between 18th and 18th SITS.
Sep 21-eotf
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STEAMBOAT FOR SALE.

.Ez4cs z4esSs3ssel The propeller PENNSYLVANIA 25
horse power, new engine and boiler, in complete
order, carrying 90 tons, 5000 bushels of grain,
is offered at private sale The boat is suitable for
either canal or river navigation, and will answer
well for towing.
and c street, Capitol Hill. Sep 2l--3t
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NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. XIV PIANOS

INI The subscriber is this day receiving, per
barque Maryland, from Boston, supply of mag
nifcent Louis XIV and Central Pianos from the
factory of Mr.. Chickering, Boston, whose expert
ence of thirty years, and whose worldwide repu-
tation are the best testimonials OF the excellence
of his instruments.
Also, on hand, full assortment of excellent
New York Pianos.
The subscribers stock OF Pianos is now the
largest ever offered in this city, embracing every
variety of grade and pattern.
BY the packet, which sails from Boston on Sa.
turday next, he will receive an additional supply
of 7-octave Pianos.
Secondhand Pianos taken in part payment Of
new ones. ........
New Music received semweekly.
RICHARD DAVIS
Oct 12-eo3t (m) Penn. avenue
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Here beth the body of Peter lsnell,
Thirty wears clerk of this PARISH


py- A capital joke is repeated by the edi-
tor Of the Memphis Eagle of bis "busness
partner Dan Rice had remitted to him,
among other sums, two-dollar bill which he
returned, informing him ii was counterfeit, and
requesting him to "send another" 1t was some
time before he heard from Dan again; but an
epistle came at last, and an apology for the do
lay, as Dan had found some difficulty IN pro-
curing ''aaother counterfeit two-dollar bill"
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INANCY GOODS AND MILLINERY. lIth

JIG street, Just above Pennsylvania avenue
The undersigned begs leave TO announce TO his
friends and the public and the ladies in particular
that he has just opened new store for the manu-
facture and sale Of Millinery OF every description,
together with full assortment of Fancy Goods
The Millinery branch will be under the imme-
date supervision of Mrs, Shedd, assisted by one
of The first mliners of the day, who will be in
readiness TO receive all orders for Bonncts, Caps,
Head.dresses, &c, and execute such orders in the
neafest manner.
The undersigned will, in the course of three or
four weeks, be able TO exhibit full assortment OF
Fall and Winter Style Of Millinery Goods and
with strict attention 10 business, will not only
merit, but receive share of the patronage Of the
public of Washington.
Sep 2l--1t WILLIAM T. sHEDp
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Engineer, surveyor ana uShtsmhIi'
TIME SUBSCRIBER, recently draughtsman OF
public lands TO the House of Representatives,
attached TO the General Land Office, and formerly
engaged upon Northern railroads. offers his ser
vices as above.
Draughts of maps, and plans of every descrip-
ton prepared of railroads, public lands, and models
of patents and forwarded any part of the Union,
with any information pertaining TO the above mat
ters. Address: }. II. ADAMS, r.
Washington, ID. c.
Office 18th street, doors north OF +. (m) 81
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V,o THE HEIRS OF OFFICERS AND

Soldiers of the Revolutionary and other
Wars.-The undersigned having established a per-
manent General Agency at the seat of Govern
ment for the prosecution of claims against the
United States continues to give his usual prompt
attention to all business entrusted to his care.
The success he has achieved in bringing about
a speedy settlement of old claims placed in his
hlnds, justifes him in believing that he will be
equally fortunate in behalf Of his clients for the
future Suspended Pension and Bounty Land
cases meet with special attention, and in no case
will fee be charged, unless the claim be allowed
and paid by the Government.
There are many representatives of deceased
Naval Officers who have claims that can be estab-
lished by applying to the subscriber.
ROBERT II. GALLAGHER,
Formerly Of Virginia
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TAS FIXTURES.-The subscriber has on
VI hand and is daily receiving from the cele-
brated factory of Cornelius, Parker q Co., Phila-
delpha, "a large and handsome collection of chan
deers, brackets, pendants, &C., embracing all their
new patterns, which he will dispose OF at the man
ulacturers retail prices. Those in want of gas
fixtures will find it to their interest TO call and
anime patterns and prices before purchasing.
C. W. BOTELER,
Sep 2-codom. Iron Hall.
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cENCY At WAsHINGToN.--1

A u
~ Clairnants.-FRANCIS A. DICKINS con-
tinues 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-
empton and other land claims, the procuring OF
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
for Virginia bounty land warrants, and the confr-
nation by Congress of grants and claims to lands,
claims for property lost in 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
halfpay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
vices, whether for commutation, halfpay, or
bounty lands; also, claims for extra and back pay,
&c, of soldiers sailors and marines; as well those
against the State of Virginia. the United States;
all claims growing out of contracts with the gov
ernmcnt, for damages sustained in consequence OF
the'aciton or conduct of the government; and, in
deed any business before Congress orthe public of
fces which may require the aid of an 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. Dickns is known 10 most OF those who
have been in Congress within the last few years,
or who have occupied any public attention at
Washington.
His Office is on Fifteenth street, opposite to the
Treasury Department, and next door 10 the Bank
of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid
Sep 2S-lyd (m)
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C,ITY LOTS AT PRIVATE SALE

NITH LUIS nj PNINNEEs SNHlISs--N
Y large number of lots located in oil the different
wards of the city, and at all prices, from the low
est to the highest, on easy terms Constant de-
mand for lots and for houses. Persons having
either for sale may find favorable opportunity 10
SELL as well as all wishing 10 buy.
II. C. SPALDING,
Office on ID street, one door east of 10th street.
Sep 2l-
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LITERARY MESSENGER for 1854. Twen-
tieth volume In issuing the prospectus of the
Twentieth volume of the Southern Literary Mes
senger, the proprietors beg to assure the public
that no exertions will be remitted their part TO
maintain the high character of the work, and to
challenge the patronage OF all who value sterling
literary merit For nineteen years, the Messen-
ger has endeavored TO reflect faithfully the south
ern mind, while dsdanng all narrow and sectional
views, and has been alone among the monthly
periodicals of America, in defence of the peculiar
institutions in the southern States. To this office
il will still be devoted, and will be prompt TO
pei assaults upon the south, whether they come
under the specious garb of fiction, as in " Uncle
Toms Cabin" or in the direct form of anti-slavery
pamphlets. At this critical juncture, while our
enemies are employing literature as their most po-
tent weapon OF attack, the southern people viii
surely not withhold their encouragement from
work whose aim it shall be 10 strike blows in their
defence.
The Messenger will, as heretofore, present its
readers with reviews, historical and biographical
sketches novels, tales, travels, essays, poems,
critques, and papers on the army, navy, and other
national subjects.
And while the proprietors do not appeal TO the
public on the score of long list of contributors,
they may refer with pride to the following names,
among those who are enlisted IN behalf OF the
magazine:
Lieut. NJ +. Maury, Rev J. G. McCabe,
Prof H. A. Washington DR.. s. II. Dickson,
Geo. Frederick Holiness Judge A. b. Meek,
VIM. NJ Burwell, Charles Lanman,
Rev. Sidney Dyer, j. g. Baldwin,
Rev. NJ. D. Hoge, Caroline Howard,
j. NJ. Lecare, t Prot. Schele De We're,
JA Turner Hugh r. Peasants,
Mrs Annn peyre Dnnies. Rev. VIM. H. Foote,
Col. p. st. q. Cooke, u. s. A. Rev. j. ii. Bocock,
Miss Margaret Junkins, w. Gilmore Simms,
Prof J. Il. l.. Preston, Hon. Judge b. i. Porter,
Prof Geo. H. Dabney, Mrs. H. H. Evans,
NJ X. ii. Garnett, Miss Susan Archer Talley,
John b. Dabney, Lucian Minor.
Rev. c. II. Vaughan, ..
With view 10 ensure alarger circulation of the
Messenger, the propretors have made reduction
in the price of subscription, which is now only
three dollars per annum, in advance or four dol
lars if not paid before the 1s Of July in any year.
CLuBs-Remittine us fifteen dollars in one letter,
will be entitled to six copies.
The editorial and critical department OF the Mes
senger will continue as heretofore, underline charge
of John r. Thompson, esq, and will embrace
copous notes on current literature and reviews OF
all American or foreign works of general interest
and value. The editors opinions will be always
fearlessly and honestly avowed.
The business department is conducted by the
undersigned, to whom all communications Of
business nature must be addressed
MACFARLANE, FERGUSON d co,
Oct 7-tf Richmond, Va.
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PROFESSIONAL CARD.

nRS. II. & j. HUNTER, members Of the
~ Royal College of Surgeons, late of lslington,
London, have taken up their residence in WASH
ngton, for the treatment Of DISEASES OF THE
CHEST; comprising affections of the Throat,
Bronchitis, Asthma, Consumption. and diseases of
the Heart, TO which branch of their profession
they have for many years given their exclusive
attention. The peculiarly of the treatment em-
poyed by Drs. H., is that the remedies employed
are administered by Inhalation, in the form of
vapor
Residence and office, 18th street, between G
and II streets. (m) Sep 21-ly
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INRESH NORFOLK OYSTER'S.-THE
IL subscriber receives regularly every Tuesday,
and Friday, by the steamer Osceola, direct from
Norfolk, a supply of the celebrated LYNN HAVEN
BAY and NORFOLK OYSTERS, a most delicious
article.
His BAR is well supplied with the best liquors.
All kinds Of GAME in season.
VIM. RUPP, !.
Penn. avenue, north side, bet. Sd and al streets.
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MARBLE EMANTLES.--Marblew works.
lNl The subscriber begs leave TO inform his
friends and the public that he has increased his
stock of Marble Mantles, comprising Sienna,
Brockedeia, Spanish Egyptian vein, Italian, and
black marble richly carved and plain, of the best
quality, newest style, and superior finish, which he
offers for sale low for cash. Also, Marble Monu-
ments, Tombs, and Headstone Slabs; Eastern
Marble for window sills, lntels, steps, and plat
forms; Marble tile, counter and table tops; soap
stone, calcined plaster, So rs per barrel
Also on hand large lot of Connecticut Brown
Stone, New York Flags and Steps, suitable for
building purposes. He invites the attention OF
builders and others to his stock, and will endeavor
10 give satisfaction to all who may favor him with
their orders
VIM. RUTHERFORD.
On f ST.. bet 18th and 18th.
Oct. 9--6m. (m)
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r IFHOGRAPHY.--The undersigned have,
i 4 in connexion with their establishment a lith-
ographic printing office, and prepared to exc
cute orders for checks, promssory notes, drafts,
bills Of exchange circulars, &c.
Specimens can be seen on application al the
store. COLLINS, BOVINE & CO.,
l1th ST., six doors north of Penn avenue,
Branch of Stationers' Hall, 174 and 176
Oct. 11--tf. Qn) Pearl street. New York.
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A CARD.
Sep 21-3t

EEEH.". --- =. UAKD. ----- ---I
yEyo the Building community of Washington
and its svcihity-FREDERIC E. GElGER,
Master Builder and Architect, respectfully thanks
his friends and the public generally for past favors
and hopes to be favored with their continuance
as he is prepared TO execute all kinds OF work IN
his line Of business al the shortest notice, and on
the most reasonable terms.
He will also make Plans, Specifications, and su.
perintend any kind of work that may be entrusted
10 his care.
Place Of business and residence on street,
between 9th and 7th streets.
SeRs27-lmod
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Y OF WASHINGTON, FRIDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 2l 1858.
daa sbington sentinel.

We take from the National Hateliigencer of
yesterday, the following brief but interesting
sketch Of the late eminent French astronomer,
NJ Arago, whose death has deprived science of
one of It's most useful, learned, and distinguished
votaries.