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Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

A WANDERING CHmD.--A young girl Of
about ten years came to this city few days
ago on the Cincinnati cars, connected with
whom were some rather singular circumstances.
She stopped at one Of the largest hotels,
and her forlorn and unhappy appearance i'm
mediately excited the sympathy Of those who
saw her. They questioned her, and found that
she was travelling alone, that she had come,
unaccompanied and uncared for, save by
strangers, from far distant southern city, and
that she was destined to town far from this
place. She was poorly dressed, but had money.
She seemed to have been illtreated at her for
mer home, which she had deserted now, and
desired to reach her destination because she
believed she had relatives living there. Her
face was pale and sad, and some great grief
seemed to be troubling her heart. She was
kindly assisted on her way by those whose sym
pathy and her story had excited; but the niue
thing scarcely knew where she was gong.
May she reach her journeys end in safety.
fC1eaceland Ptaindedher, O7. ~.
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
MisrfIIantnns.
TUsT RECEIVED A NEW SUPPLY

N UST kECEcAV ELL n NEW SOFEAH
81 of FALL GOODS! at JoHr E. CARrxR's
The undersigned has now ready for the inspec-
ton of purchasers, the largest cheapest, and most
beautiful assortment of Fall and Winter goods,
direct from New York and Philadelphia ever be-
fore exhibited in this market. Among them may
be found super English and French cloths, twilled
and plain; French doe skin and other cassimers,
all prices; ladies' dress goods! rich figured and
plain silks, new style rainbow lustres, beautiful
high colors; Jenny Lind poplins, something new
fordresses; Lupin's black bombazines and alpacas;
French cashmeres, very handsome and very cheap;
mousseline dc laines fine and low priced rich
black Italian silks; a fne assortment of shawls |;
Scotch and English ginghams; chintzcs and CALI
Goes, from four cents up; white and lcolorcd Ham
nels all prices real Wech flannel; Irish linens and
diapers; bleached and brown shirtings and sheet
ings; men and women's hosiery, Of every dcscrip-
ton and price Blankets fine, medium and
coarse heavy cloths for servants wear; fine and
cheap cassincts; gloves, suspenders, and umbrellas
silk and linen canabric hankkerchcfs; fancy era
vats, stocks, and collars, &c. Together with =
large and general assortment Of Canton fannels,
linseys, plaids tickings checks and every descrip
ton Of goods for servants wear
The undersigned calls the special attention OF
farmers, as well as town dealers, TO his present
stock. .whichis now complete in all its departments
and TO keep up the assortment constant, semi
monthly additions will be made until the FIRST Of
January next. .ssear. a4 Il
IL YOU want cheap, desirable, and fresh goods,
call and examine and be convinced. Mark the
sign. JOHN =. ~ ~onnlc
Oct. IS -2w2aw Qk N s E
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
A GENCY AT WAsHINGTO N.--Tc
~ Claimanfs FIR NCIS Al .DICKINa con.

IN Claimants.--FR FRANCIS A DTCKINs 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-
emption 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
halEpay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
vices, whether for communication, halfpay, or
bounty lands; also; claims for extra and back pay,
DC, Of soldiers, sailors and marines; as well those
against the State Of ofVirgina, 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 businessbefore Congress- orthe public Of
ices which may requirethe 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 ps
Mr.. r. A. Dckins is known TO most ofthose 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 to tho Bank
of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 2S-1yd (m) @
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

II w. BROWNING, Merchant Tailor,
III i. under the United States Hotel, having en-
lsrged and improved his store, would now respect
fully call the attention Of citizens, and strangers
visiting Washington, to his well-selected stock Of
French and English cloths, cassimeres, and vest
ings, Of the newest and most elegant styles Of
goods nom the New York market.
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 10 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 call before you purchase else
where, and he viii convince you that you will
save your money by 50 doing. A suit Of clothes
can be made up in the most elegant style at twelve
hours notice.
Superior Ready-made ClothinS.
have on hand q 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. -
N. B. Sole agent for SCOTS report Of Fashions
for the District.
y Oct 15-6m. it (m) @t'f la
i "
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

TO CONSUMERS OF GAs.-Read the fol-
u lowing certificate from one Of our citizens who
has had one Of Kidder's Patent Gas Regulators
fitted up in his establishment, and observe the
saving effected by its use:
GADsBY's HOTEL, Ocfo5er 81, 1853. 3.
81 have been using Kidders Regulator in my
hotel for the last six weeks, and during that time
am confident have saved in money 25 per cent.
over the amount paid for the same time last year,
and believe my light is quite as good as before
nsng it, and do feel confident that it is decided
saving to the consumers Of gas.
ssW. GABSBY.p
For sale, solely, by the appointed agent,
Z. M. BOTELER,
Practical Gas Filter and Plumber,
Southwest corner of 9th and ID SITS.
Nov 4-6t (m) M
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

CELECT CLASSICAL and Mathematical
y ScHooL---The subscriber has removed his
school to College Hill, where commodious build
ing is being fitted up for its reception. "
As the Preparatory Department of the Colum-
bian College, il will continue to preserve the char
actcr of strictly select school, designed for lay
ing the foundation Of thorough English, Classi-
cal and Mathematical education. The next ses-
sion will commence on the 18th Of September, and
close On the last Of June. g, 8isi a sf \
Terms: $12 so per quarter, payable in advance.
At small additional charge, the students will
be permitted TO attend the Lectures delivered in
College on Chemistry, Geology, and Mineralogy,
and also to receive Instruction In French and other
Modern Languages by the Professor in that de-
partment. sS tE ssl. 81 s 4s eNtsa
Pupils may be boarded At the College, under the
special care and superintendence Of tho Principal.
The necessary expenses Of a full boarding student
will be about S190 per academic year, and Of q
weekly boarder will not exceed $3.50.
GEORGE 8. BACON, Principal.
Refers 10 the Faculty of the Columbian College;
Col. ], L. Edwards, Col. Peter Force, VIM. Gum
ton, Esq; L. d. Gale, M. D., Of the Patent Office;
Joseph Wilson, Esq, of the Land Office and Pro.
fessor 9. @. Jewett, of the Smithsonian Institute.
Sep p31--tf tsfE1 4H aef
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

TREEN,S INK ERASER and PAPER
NJ Cleaner for Bookkeepers, Clerks, and Lit
erary Gentlemen-A new kind Of eraser or rub
Der, far superior TO any article for the same pur
pose ever yet introduced; aside from its superior
qualities as a pencil cleaner, il removes ink
and other stains with more facility than the ord-
nary scraper, and leaves the surface Of the paper
unhnrmed. A .f F.s8s
Manufactured by the inventor and sold by
COLLINS, BOVINE g. CO.,
Branch of Sationers' Hall, Nos. 1A and 176
Pearl street; 11th street, 8 doors north OF Penn
ssylvania avenue, who are also sole agents for
Green's Pencil Rubber.
N Oct 7-f rs M (m) seiH tsd
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
NEEDICAL EXAMINATIoNs.--THE

MEDICAL EXAMHNATIONS.--TH
IH undersigned will open rooms on the 1st
Of December, for the purpose Of examining Med-
cal students in the District of Columbia.
We propose to devote ourselves, Al convenient
hours 10 daily examinations of students, especially
in reference to the usual courses Of Lectures de-
livered in the city Of Washington.
h The examinations will embrace, in their scope,
Anatomy, Surgery, Obstetrics, Diseases of women
and children, Physiology, Matera Medica, Prin-
ciples and Practice of Medicine, Microscopical
Anatomy, Chemistry, and the more important
parts Of medical jurisprudence
The course, being confined solely to examine
tions, will continue daily, and will close the latter
end Of March.
Suitable illustrations, by means Of preparations,
specimens, instruments, ETC., will be afforded du-
- - WILLIAM H. SAUNDERS, M. D.,
Demonstrator Of Anatomy in the National
41 Medical College
I. sis ALEXANDER J. SEMMES, M. D.,
Physician to the United States Jail
For tickets apply 10 DR.. VIM. III. Saunders, cor
ner Of Al street and Louisiana avenue, opposite
the CITY Hall, or to DR.. A. ]. Semmes, east side OF
Al street, betwee. Pennsylvania and Missouri
venues. III
Washington, Oct. q 1s53-2awtD1
tf Intelligencer)
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
ENERAL AGENCY, washington City


NJ D. C.--The subscriber offers his services to
the public in the prosecution ofclaims before Con;
gress or any of the Departments Of the Govern.
ment. Some years experiences as disbufsing Agent
at the Indian Department, with general knowl-
edgeAof the mode Of transacting business in the
Offices of the Government enables him to promise
satisfaction to all who may intrust business of this
character 10 his care. rat s9H DO
He will also give special attention to the collections
Of claims against parties Yesiding IN the Disfvct cf
Columbia vieinity; to nsgofiating lodns, az scsl
as the purchase sale Of Stocks, Real Exate Land
Warrants se., $e., or furnish Information 70 cor
respondents residing at q distance, in regard 20
OF Government. Nfa4 a a8 6Af
G1- Office over the Banking House OF SKLpEs,
WrTHERs 81 Co., TO whom he refers. st
Aa9 JAMES J. MILLER.
N. B. References of the most satisfactory cha
racter will be given to correspondents in whatever
State they may reside. gs@a
Sep. N-1m eFfss sei
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
Dg Punch takes both sides about the war
question. Thus he sings Of ''The Old Flag


One voice from sea to sea,
One thought from shore to shore
peace if without disgrace still peace may be,
War; il we must have war;
Curs'd be the hand that draweth brand,
While swords with honor can be spared
May the hand rot, which draweth not
When honor bids the sword be spared.
Peace now for thirty years
With plenty, hand in hand
One olive-crowned, one crowned with harvest ears,
Have sat within our land g9Af E
Twin sisters dear To keep them here
What price would England grudge to pay!
One price alone. Were Honor gone,
How long would Peace and Plenty stayi
Bring out Old England's flag,
Storm-rent from Waterloo!
Fling forth to the four winds the glorious rag,
And bear il England through,
Through vale, DER hill by forge and mill,
Past upland village, coastward town.
Up Scottish strath, DER Irish yash,
Across Welsh hill and English down.
Salute il, young and old .s,
With God-speed on its way,
As it neer waved but DER the free and bold
Pray Heaven il never may. XII
Still let its course to Fraud and Force
Strike terror from the air;
Still let its sight TO down-trod right
Bring hope upon despair.
But on the other hand, he sings, under fsThs
Trumpet Of Battle
. .
THE TRUMPET OF BATTLE.
When the trumpets call to arms shall in Turkeys
quarrel sound,
On the field Of Europes war shah John Bull be
backward found?
No by George! to the fray like war-steed let him
bound,
Prepared TO fall or conquer, with expensive lau.
rels crowned.
Our heroes like water their blood abroad shah
| pour;
| Our money shall also be scattered as Of yore
We have done it oftentimcs, and well do it yet
once more,
Even though we get worse of than we ever go,
before.
| Should the nation draw the sword, il viii be
With aNow or Never Libery,n for cry to rend
the air;
! Sore loss, whichever way il goes, ourselves VIII
have to bear,
| But that we've made our minds up TO, and there
fore need not care.
is hard in Others quarrels TO be forced TO inter
Rua point me ont the craven base that hesitation
| shows,
And IN punch his wretched head and wiring his
despicabe nose
Forward! no matter how we swell the debt the
nation owes.
Let the sword leap from the scabbard while tho
frantic bugles bray,
Draw. England, draw the purse as well that must
be flung away
Charge! and in charging never think how much
you'll have to pay;
To the brave there will be time TO talk OF that
another day!
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
In q Ffx.

4 ~
There was some rich scenes in the circuit
court room, in the effort of the marshal to get
a jury for the Martha Washington case. Yes
terday afternoon one Of the deputies handed
over o very honest laborer, whose name was
announced as James L. Farran, to the court
Farran wanted to be of, and told the court so.
When asked the reason, he said he had not
been in the court room FIVE minutes, that he
came IN Just to see Judge Mclean, he didn't
think of being caught up in this way--was a
carpenter in this city, and would rather be ex
cused from serving on the jury. The Judge
told him TO stay.
Poor fellow--he is not the first man that has
fhllen victim to his curiosity. He wanted a
chance to see Judge Mclean, and now, he will
probably enjoy that very pleasant sight for at
least four weeks. s3R sat ''-
nar,sa.Ss rslc.ss .s-. ,..... A. !, 49,
erahly frightened. He wanted to be let Of,
as he was on journey from Pickaway to Mi
ami county to look after some property, and he
couldn't possibly stop. The judge directed the
marshal to try and find somebody who was not
on journey, and told the traveller he was ex-
cused. He made 2.40 time out Of the court
house, and did not sleep or eat till he was be
yond the walls of the city.
The way some of our merchants and business
men dodge and hide is an example worthy Of
young quails But some of them are caught,
and look very much as if they had got their
foot in scrape. Poor fellows-we pity them.
Ohio State Journal.
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
AT PRIYATE SALE.

Good Chance for an Investment.
TIME subscriber, intending TO 60 south, offers
SAW Mill. Property, which is located on the
east side Of Crawford street, south Of Market
square
This property fronts ON Crawford street 56A
feet and runs back to the river channel about 800
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, 10 Wilson & Grce,
William H. Wilson, Portsmouth, or to the sub
scriber J. X. COOKE.
p. S.--Persons purchasing this valuable prop
erty, can be supplied with timber, either through
the canal, or down the railroad ]. r. G.
Raleigh North Carolina) Standard and Balti-
more Sun copy one month and send bills to this
Office. 81 Oct 23-2aw1m
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
BRANCH OF sTATIONERs HALL,

NOS. ia dNd ITO TfdTI NTesE, IVeiU I01K. ----4-
HyOLLINS, BOVINE & CO., Importers Of
" foreign and dealers in domestic stationery,
are now offering one Of the largest and best Sc
ected stocks to the trade that can be found in this
market. Our stock comprises all the various
styles and qualities wanted in the United States
and Canadas, consisting of bath post, plain and
gilt edge; plain gilt and embossed note; cap, let
ter, commercial note commercial packet, and folio
post; fat cap, denny, medium royal, sup. royal I;
American and English drawing papers; plain, en-
bossed and colorcd cards card, perforated, Bris-
toll, bonnet and straw boards; blank, pass, and
memorandum books, of every variety; fancy, mar
bic, and colored papers, at very low prices. Gold
pens, with and without silver holders, and steel
pens, cutlery, &c, with an endless assortment OF
stationers' goods, and envelopes Of every descrip-
ton. COLLINS, BOVINE &c co.
18th ST., doors north Of Penn. avenue.
Oct 4--ly* (m)
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
G. WARRINER g. CO.,

c. WARRINER & CO.,
Pennsylvania apenms 6sfscesa 9A and 10th streets
nEALERS IN WATCHES, JEWELRY,
u Silverware, and Fancy Articles. Also,
Watchmakers and Jewellers.
The Chronometer, Duplex. and all the varieties
Of Watches Of good quality, put in order.
Watches, Jewelry, and work from our estab-
lishment warranted as we represent.
Cooper Adams, Hutton, Jules Jurgensen, Patek
Philippe, and variety of Swiss and English made
watches.
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Garnet, Jet work,
&c. G. WARRINER,
Nov 2-2weod 7f M H.SEMKEN.
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
GlGtking, yats, Gays, 1T.

NEW GOODS now opening. r. J. steer,
IN Washington Place, Hh street, 10 now open
ing a superior stock OF Gentlemen's Goods, which
il will give him great pleasure TO show to al his
patrons and TO the public. In addition 10 the usual
stock Of Merchant Tailor, special attention is In
vited to large stock Of Gentlemea's Dress Shirts
of very superior fit and quality.
Also, Collars, Stocks, Neck Ties, Cravats,
Cloves, Suspenders, Hosiery, and Furnishing
Goods, generally.
Sep 2l-3tswif2w (m) ee
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

r ITHOGRAPHY.--The undersigned have,
l i in connexion with their establishment, lith-
ocraphic printing Office, and are prepared to ere
cute orders ior checks, promissory notes, drafts,
bills Of exchange, circulars, DC.
4 Specimens can be seen on application a inc
store. COLLINS, BOVINE, d CO.,
lith ST., six doors north Of Penn. avenue,
asA Branch OF Ststioners' Hail. 174 and Ito,
Oos ll--sG tm) Pearl street, New York
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
JULES BON EFT,

NEwsPAPER ADvERTIsIHo OrrrCE,
NO. 80, NASSAU STREET, NEW YORK.
A DVERTISEMENTS RECETVED FOR
IA all Journals throughout the United States,
Canadas and Europe, and arrangements made at
the lowest rates. All papers kept on file for the
inspection Of advertisers, and every information
given Oct l--tf
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

A SAMPLE CLERK.-Jem b. is wag. A
joke to Jem is both food and raiment and
whenever and wherever their is an opening for
fun, he has it.
Jem was recently in drug store, when q
youth, apparently fresh from the mountains"
entered the store, and at once accosted Jem,
stating that he was in search Of job.
"What kind Of q job inquired the wag.
sob most anythin'-I want to get kind
Of a ginteel job, I'm tired o. farmin', and kin
turn my hand to most anythin'.'
Well, we want mana good, strong,
healthy man--as sample clerk"
whats the wages?n
Wages are good we pay $1,000 toa man
in that situation. -
whats feller have TO do Z"
"Oh, merely to test medicines that's ALL II
requires stout man, one of good constitutions,
and after he gets used to it, he doesn't mind it.
You see, we are very particular about the
quantity Of medicines, and before we sell any
we test every parcel. You would be required
to take-say six or seven ounces Of castor oil
some days, with few doses of rhubarb, aloes,
croton oil, and similar preparations Some
days you would not be required to take any
thing; but as general thing, you can count
upon them-say, from six to ten doses daily
As to the cork, that does not amount to much
the testing department would be the princi-
pal labor required of you; and as said before,
it requires person Of very healthy organiza-
ton to endure it; but you look hearty and !
guess you would suit us. That young man
pointing to very paleIaced, slim looking
youth who happened to be present) has filed
the post for the past two weeks, and he is hardly
stout enough to stand it. We should like to
have you take right hold if you are ready, and
if you say so, we'll begin to-day here's new
barrel Of castor oil just come in I'll go and
draw an ounce -
(Here verdant who had been gazing intently
upon the slim youth, interrupted him with
N-no, no, ] guess not--not to-day, any
how. I'll go down and see my aunt, and if
conclude to come, I'll come up tomorrow, an
let you know
As he did not return, it is to be supposed he
considered the work too hard Clinton Cou.
rant.
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08

ENERAL AGENCY.-Taylor a Collins
VI 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
ness @ttstf& GAi
They will also furnish parties at distance with
such information as they may desire from the seat
Of government.
Charges will be moderate.
aseHist REFERENCES:
Hon. Jefferson Davis, Secretary of War.
Hon. James C. Dobbin, Secretary Of the Navy.
Nicholas Callan, President Board Common
Council.
General John M McCalla, Attorney al Law.
James III. Caustin.
w. c. Riddell, State Department.
Office on F street, immediately opposite Winders
Building, Washington, d. G.
Sep 2S--6fnodXw. tls sth t@@
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
NTARBLE MANTLEs. Marble works.

MARBLE MANTLES.- Marble works.
lN The subscriber begs leave to inform his
friends and the public that he has increased his
stock Of Marble Nantes, comprising Sienna,
Brockedelia, Spanish, Egyptian vein, Italian, and
black marble, richly carved and plain Of the hest
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 lintels, steps, and plat
forms; Marble tile, counter and table tops soap
stone, calcined plaster, 50 IS per barrel.
N Also on hand a 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
TO give satisfaction to all who may favor him with
Nj q 81 WIN. RUTHERFORD. "
!, M On E ST., bet. 18th and 18th.
Oct 9-6nl. (m)
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
TO CAPITALISTS.
MOST VALUABLE PROPERTY IL O

IN fered at private sale, consisting of few build
ing lots in square 6SS, Capitol Hill, fronting the
capitol square, south side, Immediately next to the
extension. 5F Hf
This truly desirable property holds out 10 per
sons seeking investments the greatest induce
menfs, and its location considered, will be dispos-
ed OF at most reasonable prices. Title unques.
toned, and property unncumbered
For further information, as TO terms, &c, apply
at this Office. W et . :,
()ct % sgt8 .tf5
Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
MOUNT PLEASANT HOTEL, CAPI-

lu tol Hill, Washington, for rent.---The above
Hotel Is offered for rent, either with or without
the Furniture and other fixtures. II is one ofthe
most desirable situations in the city, and an excel
lcnt location for business. Possession may be had
at any time between this and tho middle Of Octo
Der next. To gentleman of respectability desi-
rous OF keeping a hotel, a fine opportunity 10 Of.
fcred. Application 10 be made to the present pro-
prietor
Sep 2s-2w Eea JOHN FOY