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Jim, do you ever take anythingp inquir.
ed wag, of his cousin from the country.
Yes, certainly--ahem 7 replied james,
smacking his lips in anticipation Of AN ar.
istocratic brandy-smash. 'OfcourSe ] take
something occasionally; ayes, certainly
We'll, ! only asked for information
said the wag, because | noticed that the
police had their eyes on you, and Il you
have taken anything that don't belong to
you, you had better give il .yp as soon a.
possible, or you will bo jugged."
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No woman ever loved to the full extent
Of the passion, who did not yenerate where
she loved, and who did not feel humbled
delighted in that humility b, her exaO-
gerated and overwcening estimate Of the
superiority Of the object Of her worship.
What Stste could f'll, what liberty decay,
fih" zeal Of mans noisy patriotism was
rs purc as the silent loyalty OF woman's
lovr7
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CALLS ON HoRsEs.--A correspondent
Of the Spirit Of the Times writing from
FIance, says il is the practice in country,
when horses get their hair rubbed of, or
tho skin scariied, TO apply blister TO the
part at once. This, II applied as soon ne
the injury is done, will Il Is said, restore
the growth,oi hair. lie states that it has
never been known TO fail when applied in
time.
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ES- A young lady at IN Odd Fellows
festival one evening, who was decorated
with several artificial flowers above her
person, was Approached BY q young man
whose breath gave evidence Of his having
imbibed little too freely. lie addressed
her with.
Miss - have not those flowers lost
their fragrancep
Hthey have not She replied, they
certainly WIN, If thny come in contact
with your breath
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And it has been the unhappy fate OF
many virtuous persons, like tho axe, after It
has cut down the hard timber, to be hung
up against the wall unregarded; or like a
top, which has. been for long time
scourged, and run well, yet at last to he
lodged up for a hobbler.
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A day or two since whitc man met
negro, followed BY adog, and proposed
to purchase the animal, tellinr BE negro
he would give him doIlaf =,
for il.
The negro took the money and
cd df the dog. On coming % fown,
asccftained that the one-dollaF Viselein
note WIS on the eelsbrsted Bank n ths.
Union, ana therefore worth nothiDa.
o, ] doesn't lose anything, said thehe-
groi the dog WA Suff notlih too
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liked to bo so too, but some how or other
she could never get the upper hand of ncr
Ma, who was determined to exercise the
right of Mistress as long as she lived.
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DIR. J. s. ROSES
GOLDEN PILLS,

For Diseases of the Womb, and Female Weak
ness. Also, for Weakness Of the Back,
Spine, Loins, &C., they haze no equal.
THIS DISEASE, heretofore treated by bandages,
i trusses, and internal supports, which can only
prove paiaves yields completely to the use OF these
tonic, strengthening Golden Pills. They have Pc
cuar affinity for the dehitated muscles Of the Ee-
male, and in instance have they failed in radically
curing those distressing complaints females are so
often subjet to they brace the whole system giving
strength and vivacity to the frame at large
Twenty-seven years experience in the of these
Pills in nv practice has been the means of dispensing
with more bandsges ABDOMINAL supports, pessaries.
and golden balls, than many individuals now manu-
facture. Females of the present age are as perfectly
formed as mother Eve those mothers Of antiquity,
and require no external support The muscles of the
body kept in due by remedies of this character
sufficient support, and all that nature ever in
tended
These Pills have been pronounced by the tousands
amongst whom was the wife of distinguished Sen,
tor from Louisiana, and the widow of an Ex-Governor
of Delaware who have used them, superior to any
thing hitherto known. j. S. ROSE, NJ. d.
Price so cents per Box.
Ex=To be had at all the respectable Drug Stores in
Washington and Georgetown, ID. c., and Alexandria,
Va. feb 25-
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PROSPECTUS OF THE
Monthly Review"

THE RIGHTS OF The STATES, AND UNION OF THE STATES.
is the intention of the Subscribers to publish on
i the first day Of every month. beginning with the
month of May next, simultaneously in the cities Of
Washington and New York, a Periodical, to be en-
titled the 'DEMoCRATC MONTHLY REVIEW" Each
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printed on fine paper in very superior style. 1t
will Also be embellished with fneiyengrayed por-
trait Of distinguished living man, embracing states
men, soldiers, artists, and authors.
The political character of this Review will be, as its
title indicates. Democratic; and one of its main
objects is to eucidste the true principles of the
fairness and canoor all the leading measures Of the
present administration, and accord to them cheerful
support. Should we, however, unfortunately differ
in opinion any point with the President, We shall
not hesitate to express our own sentiments, and
present the reasons that constrain to do so-sub
hitting to the Democracy OF the country the decision
between
his Review will also aim to furnish its readers
with graphic and comprehensive notice of the new
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The present condition of the nations of Europe,
and the attitude in which some of them stand
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Never this Government placed in q
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From this article the public can form a correct
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ADJUSTMENTS.
NATIONAL THEATRE.

Positively the last night but three of Prof ANDER-
SONS incomprehensible wonders.
New and brilliant apartments never before ATTEMPTED
by any mortal man! The great $4,000 bet
taken by the Spirit Rappers, who say they
will put up the money, and accept
the Professors challenged!
Entire change of programme every evening, produ-
cling novelty upon novelty causing the behoIder to
stand aghast with wonder and admiration. '.There
are more strange things in Heaven and Earth than
are dreamt of in philosophy"
That Bottle
will continue to give forth its streams of all kinds of
liquors in undiminished ABUNDANCE it can never be
emptied This is the last chance to drink from it:
improve it.
New proofs against the Spirit Rappers, which will
convince every one of the shalowness of the humbug
which not only takes your money, but your reason
and your life Come and witness for yourself prac
teal illustration of it!
Remember this is the last night but three OF Prof
ANDERsoN's awe thrilling feats! Saturday night is
positively the last night!
Hs5- On SATURDAY AFTERNOON Grand Day
Entertainment for Families and Schools, on which
occasion the price will be reduced to % cents to
able all the children to witness his amusing and
instructive experiments in all the Sciences commen-
cling at o'clock.
This is the last chance of again beholdng the
Mug OF wizards and Maglcians. .ap27
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CARD FOR LADIES.

HENRY WEIRMAN'S celebrated Ladies', Misses
IL and Children's fine FRENCH SHOES, arc sold
by the undersigned 18th street. Just above Corco
ran q Riggs's Banking House, in his new building
with the high marble steps, where he will receive
Ladies' orders. and keep constantly on hand a very
superior assortment Of Ladies' Misses and Childrens
French Cater WALKING SHOES, White and Black
Satin CATERS, SLIPPERS, &c, made to order by H.
Welrman, OF Philadelphia of the best French Cater
materials and in the latest Partisan styles These
CATERS are entirely different from what are commonly
termed "slop shop shoes;' being all custom work of
superior workmanship, and warranted to give perfect
satisfaction.
Ladies. therefore, who value beauty comfort and
economy will be gratfed in the opportunity to con-
suit their best interest and TASTE so essential part
of female dress.
The Ladies of Washington, Georgetown, Alexandria,
and vicinity respectfully invited to call aud Judge
for themselves.
ap 26-5w G. WEIRMAN
Old Prime Brandies, Wines, Fresh Fruit, &c.
l ANDING this day from schooner Statesman, from
Il New York
halfppes Old Guards, Dupuy & Co.'s Pale and
Dark BRANDIES
halfpipes superior Old London Dock Hennessy
BRANDIES
halfpipes old A. Seignette & Co.'s BRANDIES
halfpipes old Madeira and Sherry WINE
LOO baskets Champagne, Heidsick, and other choice
brands
100 cases superior CLARET VINE high cost, and
part Table Claret, st. Julian s. Co
20 casks Falkirk ALE
20 casks Byass BROWN STOUT
20 cases Sparkling Hook and Mosele VINE
Also, fresh SPICES of all kinds; NUTMEGS, MACE
CLOVES, ALLSPICE, GINGER, &c. And in store
BROOMS, PALS, BUCKETS, BRUSHES, &c.
For sale by GEO. THOS. PARKER & CO.,
ap 26-lw Opposite Browns Hotel.
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e. A. RYTHER,
LIVERY AND SALE STABLE.
jackson Hall Alley,
rear OF the Metropolitan Restaurant, Penn. avenue
ap 27-1m WASHINGTON
PROFESSIONAL. CART

PROFESSIONAL CARD.
k; HUNTER, Member of the Royal College of
y surgeons, London, and late Pupil in HOSPITAL
i t consumption London &C., will be absent from
Washington on professional business in New York.
May lst, until 18th June.
during the present week he may be consulted as
MIretoIore IN Consumption, Asthma, Bronchitis Sore
1hroat, and Affections of the Heart, at his rooms.
HpennsyiVania avenue, Immediately opposite Iron
me treatment pursued in addition to the usual
OF remedies by the stomach is that of
!!nnalng a medicated vapour either from suitable
instrument or by filling chamber in the patients
house, or by the employment of both those means as
the e, circumstances of the case may require.
Inc peculiar advantages of Inhalation in diseases
OF the Lungs, &C., are, that the remedy is applied d
recty to the membrane diseased that does not in
teriere with exercise the ordinary business of the
patent that The most feeble nva i'd may use it with
out an unpleasant symptom; and lastly and princi-
pay that it has been attended by the most encour-
aging success.
DR.. HUNTER is assisted by DIR. WELLESLEY.
hours from a. m to p. m. ap 26-3t*
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Communicated

MI EDITOR: Since there appears to be a
mite more activity than formerly, on the
PIT OF the A. CTS, in the arrest of persons
~ nave been using ''little of the ardent"
would beg to inquire if the example set by
Use Guardians is the proper one to
.'1O" : can bring the evidence of disin-
-eS'ed persons to prove that those very
a''nmen are in the habit of visiting 'liquor
1u'les, drinking with the very man ar
eu when Tout of funds, and somewhat
'ui' think they should never punish
-.An 1or following their example.
APRIL %, 1853. OuERo.
s., l'a'f play requires that both sides of
~ question be heard. A reply to the
i. .''uon might be given by those in author
YEP. Starr
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Grand Exhibition of
SU p E RIB PAIN NGS.

At the Metropolitan Paper Hanging and Up.
holsteray Ware Rooms.
Name in part:
magnificent views of Niagara Falls
! magnificent view of Harper's Ferry,
splendid views of Frankforton. the-Main,
splendid views of Friedenstadt; most beautiful
Rhine views.
Besides the most numerous and splendid assert
ment of TRANSPARENT WINDOW SHADES. are
ON exhibition and for sale at the same place.
Ar Admttance free.
Come one, come all, to see the sublime scenery of
Niagara at PLANTS,
street. between 9th and 10th streets.
ap 2S-1m
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MUSICAL INSTRUCTIONS.
10 z p III A. G'S CIV ND.
PrOfeSAOc of MuSic.

DEGS leave to inform the citizens of Washington
ID and vicinity that he is prepared to give Musical
Instructions. His long experience in teaching this
delightful art and beautiful accomplishment, both in
Europe and in America, enables him to progress much
quicker with his pupils and to give them at the
same time more profound knowle ige of Music than
is usually done, because his method always adapted
the capacity of the scholar embraces both theory
and practice, and thereby makes the study of music
more interesting aud pleasant to them.
Those that have no Piano at their house, and wish
to take lessons that instrument take them at
his rooms on Pennsylvania Avenue, between ID and
Sd streets, next to the st. Charles Hotel.
Orders left at Mr.. THOMPsoN's Daguerrean Gallery,
or at the Music and Fancy Store of Mr. JOHN f. ELLIS
will be promptly attended to. ap 1S-3m
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FLORAL CORDIAL.

For the relief and permanent cure of Gonor-
rhea, elects, Structures, Seminal losses,
Leuchoria, Gravel, DE.
TT,HE FLORAL CORDIAL has gained extensive chsr
i acter as q cure, both safe and pleasant for the
above named very common and DESTROYING com.
plants Persons who have suffered long with disease
and whose constitutions have been impaired by cor.
tnous Of powerful drugs, have been restored to
health and vigor, by the of two bottles Of the
preparation. Those afflicted would not only save
money, but great deal Of unnecessary suffering, by
giving the Cordial a fair trial
The cordial is pleasant to the taste and pleasant In
its effects In using it restrictions necessary
6S- Price, per bottle, only one dollar.
Sold by G. STOTT CO., cor of 9TH street and Penn.
avenue; w ELLIOTT. of and 18th streets.
venue. feb 7-d
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JOSEPH T. 4. PLANT

DEGS leave to call the attention of Housekeepers
ID and House-furnishers to his extensive and supe-
rior assortment of PAPER HANGINGS, BORDERS,
TRANSPARENT WINDOW SHADES, VENETIAN
BLINDS &c.
CARPETS neatly cut fit, and made in the best
manner at the shortest notice.
R% PAPER HANGING executed in the most art
istic manner. He guarantees all work done by him
to please.
a. UPHOLSTERING in all its branches.
superior quality of ROUND CHAIRS for parlors
constantly on hand. Hair and Shock MATTRESSES;
and in fact everything in his line is for sale at his
Store on Street, between 9th and 10Th, directly
back Of Iron Hail. apS-1m
NEW GOODS.-I invite the attention of the
IN ladies and my customers generally to my assort
ment of SPRING GOODS just opened; they consist of
Straw and Gimp Bonnets
Bonnet and Cap Ribbons
Neck and Sash do
Parasolets. Bonnet Innings
Black net Gloves and Mits
Silk, thread, and cotton Gloves
Tuck, Side and Putting Combs
Gimp and Buttons for trimmings
White and coored thread do
Do do do Buttons
French and India Fans
Also, muslin embroidered Caps, Collars. Sleeves,
Chemisettes, muslin and cambria Flouncings, Edg-
ings, and lnsertings, new thread bobbin Edgings.
Cambria and Swiss Nainsook, null and plaid Mus
ins Lace Collars, Sleeves Capes, Caps, &C.
Ladies' Dress Caps always on hand.
A. TATE, Pennsylvania avenue,
mar 80 between 10th and II tn streets
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CAKES, PIES, &c,

m III. HARVEY, at bis Store on PENNSYLVANIA xy.
i d. enue, between 9th and eth streets, opposite
Browns Hotel, keeps constantly hand an assert
ment of Tea Cakes, Ginger Nuts and all other kind
Of Cakes, as well as large quantity of Crackers
He is also prepared to furnish, in any quantity
Cranberry, Mince, Apple, Peach any other kind of
Pie that can be made at this season. Those VINO are
in want may be assured that they are fresh and will
be sold either wholesale or RETAIL cheap as they
can be bought in the city. mar o
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AT THE NEW STORE.

Penn. Avenue, betaoeen 18th and 18th streets,
lust opened, this day, the finest assortment of
u SPRING GOODS ever offered to the public of the
metropolis BONNErS of the latest Partisan styles
and most approved shapes, in great variety RIBBONS
of the latest and most beautiful patterns. TRIM
MINGS of ali descriptions; Infants HATS and CAPS
Together with the largest assortment of STRAW
GOODS in this city. Gentlemen's HATS and CAPS
of all descriptions, CANES, UMBRELLAS, &c.
j. 7. EVANS would respectfully call the attention
of his friends and the public generally to these Goods
in Europe, and purchased the very best terms he
invites an examination from purchasers feeling con-
fient that he furnish any article in his line as
cheap if not cheaper, than they can be bought any
where in this country.
JOHN 7. EVANS, Penn. avenue,
ap 22-lw between 18th and 18th streets
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JOHN N. DONN & BROTHER

SOLE AGENTS FOR THE CITY OF
NEWELLS PATENT SAFETY LAMP a FEEDER
" WARRANTED to prevent all accidents from the
w use of Burning Fluids. Any one seeing the
jets viii be perfectly satisfied Of their safety. We
have them fitted to the Solar. Glass and Brittapia
-,.pi Also, Extra Heads and Tubes to fit any Lamp.
For sale, wholesale and retail by
JOHN VI. DOM. 4 BRO
Penn av., bet 10th and l1th streets
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NOTICE.

:" LEMON, Upholsterer, will be happy to serve
Ill. the citizens of Washington in all that apper-
tains to his profession Faithful workmanship guar.
anteed in all cases, no remuneration for services
expected The public respectfully invited to call
and his improved balanceweight fixtures for
tains at his place of business, 18th street. near
Pennsylvania avenue
Reference to Messrs. Clagett Il Dodson and Prof
Chas. G. Page. feb 23-
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DIR. j. s. ROSES NERVOUS AND IN.
MIGRATING CORDIAL.

The Greatest Discovery IN Medical Science.
THE thousands who are suffering with any NER-
4 voUs AFFECTIONS, will FIND immediate relief in
using this wonderful CORDIAL. 1t cures Neuralgia,
Heart disease, Papitation, Heartburn Nervous Head
Ache Tremorof the Muscles or Flesh, Wakefullness,
and all restlessness of the mind body; whether
worn down by care, labor or study.
This truly wonderful Medicine from it's peculiar
happy effect in allaying he most violent Nervous At
fectons, and completely Graduating them from the
SYSTEM may justly be termed the grandest discovery
in the science of Medicine 1t subdues and averts all
found medical skill has hitherto had control. 1t
is grand restorer in building up q weak constitu-
ton, already worn down by disease and debilitated
by other incidence its invigoratng propertiesact like
a charm, and its beneficial effects almost mirac-
ulous The weak, the nervous, and those suffering
with constant pains and uneasiness are frequently
cured by using single bottle.
Price SO cents and to be had at all the respectable
Drug Stores in Washington, Georgetown, DC.), and
Alexandria, (Va) feb 25-
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COPP's PAVILION.

Louisiana avenue, near 9Th street.
4 GENTLEMEN can be accommodated with the best
~ OF Board at $3.50 per week, or Board and Lodg-
ing on reasonable terms.
Breakfast at o'clock, Dinner at 2 and Tea at 7.
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METROPOLITAN
HAT, CAP, AND FUR ESTABLISHMENT.

Pennsylvania Avenue, NORTH SIDE, 18th street.
WASHINGTON CITY.
LtVANS has now on hand one of the best selected
ia assortment of Hats, Caps, Furs, Gloves and
Bonnets, for Gentlemen, Ladies' Youths ard Children
ever offered for sale in this city. Also, Canes I'm
brelas, &c.
His stock is all new, and he has determined to re-
duce his prices. Those in want Of any article in
his store can economic by calling on
mar - ..e ..t EVANS, Near 18th street
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MUSIC, MUSIC. MUSIC.

NOV on hand and for sale at Stationer's Hail. adj
IN joining the Irving Hotel very superior assert.
ment OF standard music and musical works, of every
style and variety-consistng Of publications from the
Oratorios selections from the most admired Operas
&c. We would also call attention to our stock Of
Choral works for church service-also a new work
entitled the singing School Companion, consisting
OF sacred and secular music, considered by eminent
judges the most superior work for the purpose
published. Gail at
jan A. STATIONER'S HALL.
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&<A4SV1 xAR44VAGS, 4G0E UmGhI 0V.
NOV on hand and for sale at Stationers' Hail. ad-
IN joining the Irving Hotel, extensive assert
ment of ferfumery, Farina Cologne, Sans Toilet and
other Soaps Balm of ColumbiB, Tooth Powders
Brushes and all other articles pertaining the Toilet
Also the "Water Proof French Polish for Boots
and Shoes
All of which will sell at least thirty per cent
cheaper than thew can be purchased elsewhere
Music four cents per page. Call at
Jan ~ STATI0NERS' HALL.
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LUMBER. CHEAP.

AUW DEN, CdEAf.
1NHE Subscribers, having determined to curtail
i their wharf room, have a quantity of JOIST,
from 10 to 20 feet long, together with Ga and 81 Oak
which they will sell low if applied for early, to save
the expense Of removing and repiling.
We would also call upon those indebted to us to
call and settle, funds much wanted. Don't all
come at once, but in proper order that we may be
able to attend to you. We shall be under the neces-
sty of putting Of accounts in the hands of
officer if not settled soon.
P. NJ. PEARSON & CO.,
Corner of It'll street and the Canal.
ap Cleo St
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MARBLEIZED IRON MANTELSM
j. F.. HODGSON

II Street, north side, betsOeen 9Th and It'll,
q OLE AGENT of the celebrated New York Marble
~ lied Iron Company has at his Store specimens of
MANTELS, in imitation of the different varieties of
Marble, but much more durable, for sale at prices
ranging from eight to seventyfve dollars to which
he invites the attention of the public.
ALSO,
Various FURNACES, for summer use, PORTABLE
COOKING RANGES different sizes, and an assert
ment of TIN, JAPANNED, and IRON WARES-ali
for sale at New York prices
ap 20-eod st