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Washington telegraph., 1853-08-17

The Car Of Russia has ordered eight
blocks Of Vermont marble, weighing slx
tons each. They are designed as a monu-
ment to kieffieur, who suggested the burn
ing Of the city Of Moscow, on the advance
Of Napoleon
Washington telegraph., 1853-08-17

FEMALE SPIRIT.-An arniabIe Young la-
dy Of Lexington, Ia, Miss JANE LoNGHANr
has subscribed twelve hundred dollars to the
stock of the Fort Wayne aud Southern Rail
road A commendable and patriotic act.
Washington telegraph., 1853-08-17

Corn is quoted at 80 cents per bushel, at
Charleston, there not being bushel for sale
in that city on the 22d ult Such an in
stance never before occurred
Washington telegraph., 1853-08-17

"A VERY FAT Hoe. "A hog weighing
,lO9 pounds i on his way to the Worlds
Fair, from Wisconsin.
Washington telegraph., 1853-08-17
RAILROAD NOTICE!

4. S. HUEY and A. A. SrrTH, will meet and
address the people of South Arkansas at the fol-
lowing times and places, the subject of Rail-
roads, viz:
Washington telegraph., 1853-08-17

How TO DIsPERsE MoB.-Pass roupd
a hat, soliciting contributions-they'll seat
ter in double quick time.
Washington telegraph., 1853-08-17
ElssE ROAD NOTICE.

Having been appointed Agent to solicit sub
scriptions and the relinquishnert of right of way,
for the CAIRO AND FULToN RAILROAD COMPANY,
for the county of Hampstead. | viii meet and
address tAe citizens of this county at the follow
ing times and places. viz;
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
gatest SSntelliaeatf..
The Democracy of New York.

The democracy of-New York city are evinc-
ing an admirable spirit and energy in opening
the campaign. The young mems national de-
moeratic club held a meeting at their rooms IN
the Stuyyesant Institute on Tuesday evening,
for the election of permanent officers for the
ensuing year, and issued an address proclaim
ing the principles of their association. The
following is the platform upon which it is or
ganized, and we may remark that we have
seldom seen more succinct and well stated
definition of the position of the national de-
mocracy upon the issues of the day:
In order fully TO make known our political prin-
eiples hereby declare the objects of this asso-
citation TO be: u
A faithful support Of the Constitution OF the
United States and lis compromises gratefully ac-
knowledgng the benefits thereby enjoy, while
will readily discharge the obligations enIoined.
An unyieiding determination TO maintain IN
its integrity the democratic republican party, with
a sacred regard TO IFS principles and usages, as
the same have been from time 10 time declared by
its regularly authorized delegates in the various
national conventions of the party, but more espe-
cialy the platform principles adopted by the
conventions Of 1913 and 1852.
A hearty approval ofthe principles set forth, and
declared by President Pierce, in his inaugural adj
dress, including faithful execution of the fugi-
tivc-slavc law that we are in favor of its amend
ment, il amendment shall be necessary TO render
il more efficient and certain.
That we are opposed to the application Of what
is known as the sWimot Proviso," either in the
acquisition of territory, in the establishment of
territorial governments for any territory which
may be hereafter acquired by the United States.
That we checrfully adopt, and will sustain, the
policy in regard TO national and Stale officers.
recommended by the democratic State convention,
(of which Minor c. Story was chairman) lately
held at Syracuse.
James L. Brady was chosen President of the
Club; Thomas G. Fields, Corresponding Secre-
William II. Ronalds, Treasurer. Albany Agus
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

buildings were insured. Twelve hundred opera
tiyes are thus thrown out Of employment. egsteI
On the 10th the marriage of Count Olivier de
Larocheioucault with Miss Montgomery was cele-
braied AT the Church of 81. VALERIE, on the Fau-
bourg 81. German, in presence of brilliant as
semblage of the fashionable world.
On the Goth the emperor received the troops on
the plain of Satory Alter the manGuvres he adj
dressed the officers -e4.,
The Moniteuy, in giving an account Of the EN-
peror's tete OF August 10Th, in the islands of ST.
Pierre and Mquelon, says that the English Cath
ole Bishop of Newfoundland, who was then going
the round of his diocese, went out OF his way 10
celebrate mass at ST. Pierre, in honor OF the occa
sion The lMoniteur congratulates Itself that this
is an additional instance of the friendly feelings
existing between the colonial English and French.
Baron Voirol, ex-governor of Algeria, is dead
M. Merry has produced at the Odeon theatre,
Paris, new drama, emitted .Guzman the brave
in honor OF the empress's reputed ancestor
"A singular incident occurred on the recent col
lsion on the Paris and Bordeaux railway. The
conductor, whose place was IN the luggage van,
on hearing the noise of the approaching tram,
opened the sliding door and put his head out 10
see what was the matter AT that moment the
trains came in collision, the sliding door was vio-
lently slammed 10, and decapitated him as neatly
gullloline. His head rolled down the EN-
bankment, while his body remained in the car.
The Echo Agricole has been warned" for pub
fishing statements tending 10 raise the price of
corn. The Constitutionne has received similar
warning.
Spain.A despatch from Madrid, September
10, announces the downfall of the Lersundi minis
try. M. Sartorius is named Minister of the lnte-
rior and President of the new cabinet.
Nj. Calderon de la Barca arrived at Madrid on
the 18th, and Immediately afterwards cabinet
council was held. soon afterwards il was known
that the ministry would resign.
The new cabinet is composed of NJ Sartorious,
Minister of the Interior and Presidents Blazer,
Minister OF War; Domencch, (Crogresista) FL
nance, ad interim; Marquis BIolino, Marine and
Foreign Affairs; Callantcr, Public Works; DE Ge-
roma Justice. hlE
Denmark.--Ihe annual meeting of the Diet is
fixed for October 6 and 7. The Provincial Diet OF
Scheswig is 10 meet on the 3D. of October.
Cholera is raging in the Baltic ports. ~
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
MEDICAL COLLEGE,

IN Washington.-The Thiry-second Annual
Course of Lectures will commence on the fourth
Monday in October and continue until March.
FACULTY.
Thomas MilerI M. d., Professor of Anatomy
and Physiology.
VIM p. Johnson, NJ d., Professor of Obstet-
rics and Diseases OF Women and Children.
Joshua Riley, M. d., Professor of Materia Med
lea, Therapeutics and Hygiene.
John Fred May, M. d., Professor of the Prin-
ciples and Practice of Surgery.
Grafton Tyler, M. d., Professor of Pathology
and Practice of Medicine,
Robert King Stone, M. d., Professor Of Micros-
copal and Pathological Anatomy.
Lewis H. Steiner, M. d., Professor of Chemis-
try and Pharmacy.
William II, Saunders NJ d., Prosector and De
monstrator.
The facilities for the prosecution OF practical
anatomy arc ample.
Like most similar institutions in Europe, the
desks from which the regular lectures are gwen
and the wards for clinical Instructions are under
the sante roof So -A4e Mt8} NJ
The extensive additions TO the buildings since
the last session, Tor the accommodation of the
sick, win greatly extend the usefulness OF the
medical and surgical clinic.
The entire expense for full course of lee
Nt 4 t,Ires is. .... ............. ............S 500
Practical anatomy by the demonstrator... 10
Martriculating fee payable only oncc). ...... $
Admission tothe Medical aud Surgical Clinic
through the whole course without charge 8H
ROBERT KING STONE, MI
ttt Dean OF the Faculty
Office and residence corner of F and 18th SIS =.
Sep Gift
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

* ENERAL AGENCY.-TayIor s collins

~ ENERAL AGENCY.-TayIor 4 Collins
M 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 10 the buying and selling Of real estate, the
renting of houses, and general collecting busi-
ness.
They will also furnish parties at distance with
such information 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. McCala, Attorney at Law.
James III. Caustin.
w. C.Riddell, State Department. IA II
Office on + street, et,immedately opposite Winders
Building, Washington, ID. G. M
Sen 2S--GnodNw. tg4e sss
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
BRANCH OF sTATIoNERs' HAIL,
Nos. Ia and 176 Pearl street, Neac York.
CxnIUINS ISnWNI a. Cn u,nnorferS

lV0S ] " U7iH I 70 I't1IT NITctl, lVt1U = OTN
COLLINS, BOVINE II Co, Importers Of
~ foreign and dealers in domestic stationery,
are now offering of the largest and best
lected stocks to the trade that 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; flat cap, demy medium royal, sup. royal !;
American and English drawing papers; plain, em-
bossed, and colored cards card, perforated, Brs-
tol, bonnet, and straw boards; blank, pass and
memorandum books, of every variety; fancy, mar
ble and colored papers, at very low prices. Gold
pens, with and without silver holders, and steel
pens, cutlery, &c, with endless assortment of
stationers' goods, and envelopes of every descrip
fion. COLLINS, BOVINE ~ co.
Ith ST. 6 doors north of Penn avenue.
n f,.N y,,.A
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Banks of tine District.-The folIowing arc |

Banks Of the District.-The following are the
only Banks in the District having Offices of re
dempton in Washington and conducted by respon
sble stockholders:
Corporation Of Georgetown Ape. dis.
Bank of Commerce, and Farmers and
Mechanics Bank, Georgetown par.
Bank of Metropolis par.
Bank of Washington par.
Exchange Bank, Seldep, Wiihers& Goa p.c. dis.
Farmers'& Merchants Bank, Stathnm,
Smithson & Co. p c. dis.
Patriotic Bank par.
Gss-The above list TO be corrected from time TO
time. d 3 #3b
North and South Carolina money bought at ] \
per cent.
Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvana, and New
York at ] per cent. ah &'a5A go tr
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

va The New Orleans Picayane confirms the
report that eleven Americans had been massacreed
by the Apache Indians near FL Paso. The Ameri-
cans numbered ifiy-one, and some Of their horses
being stolen, thirteen OF the party started in pur-
suit of them, when being surrounded by nearly
two hundred Indians ten of the Americans We're
murdered on the spot, and another subsequently
died of his wounds.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Cattle Show and Riding Match.

STAMFORD, CoSN, Oa. THE village was
crowded yesterday 10 witness the cattle show and
riding match among females. single train OF
oxen from the west, numbering 1877 yoke, came
in. About ten thousand persons assembled to see
the riding match. Only six competitors entered,
and Miss Burr, Of Western, took the prize.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
s- Methodist EpiscopaI Church, south.

Eighth street, between ii and /. The iourthquar
terly meeting for the present conference year, will
be held in this church on Sabbath next, October
9th The Presiding Elder, Rev. G. w Carter, will
preach at II O'clock a. IN. and O'clock, p. m The
quarterly collection will be taken up morning and
night. r Oct 6--3*
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

New HAVEN, Oct. s, 1S53.--In the United States
district court, in session in this city the India rub
Der Injunction case of Day VS. Cando and Others
licences of Goodyear has been on trial for the
past two DAYS and excites unusual degree Of
interest large delegations from the different rub
ber companies throughout the country being in
attendance. The arguments of counsel will pro-
badly close to-morrow.--N. y. Herald
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
From the New York Herald.
The State Central Committee DissatisfactiO
of the silver Grays, &c.

SYRACUSE, Oct. Q, 1888.
The following is the State Central Committee -
F. ID. Morgan, Jonathan Nathan, james b. Taylor,
Of New York Roscoe Conkling of Utica; Geo.
Gould, of Troy; Edward L. kendrick G. G. David
son, Lewis Benedict, Theodore Townsend, of
Albany Allen Monroe, OF Syracuse.
The silver grays are displeased at the nomna-
tons and deprecate them unfair and exclusive
Some declare they will go for the adamantine
ticket. George Wood is pronounced the only ma
tional whg on the list.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
MARRIED..

On Tuesday evening last Boydville Marnsburg
by the Rev A. H. IT, BoYD, GERRIT v. LOTT Esq, of the
city of New York, to Miss SALLIE PENDLETON FAUIK-
NER eldest daughter Of the Hon. CHARLES JAMFs FAULKNER
On the evening" at the same place. by the Rev. A.
H. H. BOYD the Hon. THOMAS s. DoC0Ck, OF Virginia, to
Miss ANNIE HOLMES FAULKNER, second daughter of
the Hon. CHARLES JAMES FAULKNER.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Gelsgragbit.
sudden Death.--Heayv BLOW.

BosToS, Oct. 7-Hon. Simon Greenleaf, Presi-
dent of the Law School Of Harvard University
died last night of apoplexy.
A severe blow occurred yesterday afternoon
An unfinished factory building was blown down
IN South Boston, doing considerable damage.
The IT, s. ship Brandywinc broke from her
moorings near Cohasset Rocks-a steamer has
been sent in pursuit of her.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Markets.

New YORK, Oci t. -Four is easier; sales of
$500 bbls. AT So 81 ( 81 for State and Ohio, and
81 go 81 l21 for southern. Wheat-saes of $4,000
bushels, at 81 81 for white western; 81 SO for
southern, and 81 60 for Genessee. Cora--sales OF
$4,000 bushels, S6A for mixed, and S7A foryeiow.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

&s- The Madia Family are in Geneva, recov-
ing from illness occasoned by confinement in
Tuscan prisons. No adequate provision has been
made for their support. Rosa is very feeble, but
her husband is improving rapidly.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Retraction.

PmLApELpHIA, Oct 1.-THE Episcopal Recorder
of tomorrow will contain disclaimer of the SLAM
der against Bishop Hughes. The article states
that the charge was inserted during the absence OF
the editor; that il was untrue, and tenders such
amends that every honest and Christian man should
be most cheerful and ready TO make when unin-
territorial injury has been done others.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
GENCY AT w wAsHINGTo Mo

IN Claimants ts.--FRANCIS A.. DICKINSs con-
finues Ia undertake the agency of claims before
Congress and other branches of the government
including commissioners under treaties aud the
various public Offices. lie viii attend 10 pre-
emption and other land claims, the procuring of
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
for Virginia bounty land warrants, and the coniir-
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, aud
halfpay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
vices, whether for communication half-pay, 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
ernment, for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct of the government; and i'm
deed any business before Congress orihe public of
ices 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
the service
Mr. r. A, Dickins is known 10 most OF those who
have been in Congress within the last few years
or who have occupied any public attention al
Washington.
His Office Is on fifteenth street opposite 10 the
Treasury Department, and next door to the Bank
of the Metropolis
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 2S-iyd (rn)
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Judge Dargan,s Illness.

asis MOBILE, Oct. 5, 1853
Judge Dargan, Chief Justice of the Supreme
Court, is yet suffering from attack of the yell
low fever, but there is every indication that he
will recover. THE announcement yesterday Of
Judge bargains death was premature
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
AND SOLDIERS OF THE

~ Mexican war; or others having claims
against governmental Claims for bounty land
and invalid pensions, in behalf Of officers and
Soldiers in the Mexican, Florida, or Revolutions
ry war; or Of 1872 extra-pay, moneys paid for rais
ing and snbsisting troops; also, claims under the
new pension law, in behalf of widows and or
plans of officers and soldiers, prosecuted by y,
F. L. HASSLER,
Sep 2S-3t1aw Washington.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

Counterfcits.--There in circulation coun-
terfet tens on the Deep River Bank, whole APP
pearance unlike the genuine tens on the Ltch-
field County Bank, altered from ones-the bank
has no tens signed by j. McAlister, cashier; and
three's on tie City Bank, New Haven, unlike the
genuine Hantord Conran.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

Latest from the Pacific Survey.-Elisha
Riggs, of the firm of Corcoran & Riggs, who ac-
companied Lieutenant Beales surveying party last
summer, arrived at St. Louis from Sante Fe on
the Esd of September He returned with the party
TO Taos for an outfit OF provisions. There he and
MIR. Rogers equipped themselves for Journey to
the Salt Lake city. They procured guide, cross
ed the Sangre del Christie, between the Arkansas
and the plains Of San Louis and followed for some
days the emigrant route to Salt Lake, crossing the
Platte. After travelling some 300 miles they
were informed by their guide one morning, that
there was large body of Indians ahead Of them
and he advised them, as the party was small, TO
turn of to the south ta a3
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

Ess- The New Workers are about TO establish
sern-monthly steam line between their city and
Matanzas and Havana, touching at Key West.
One of the vessels is already under contract. They
are to be about 100 tons and powerfully built
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Deatb of an Editor and Soldier.

Sehck, late editor of the Ab5eviAe Is, C) Ba,aer,
died at that village on Tuesday the Goth nt He
served during the Mexican campaign under Capt.
Marshall as lieutenant of the company. He pass
cd through the war with great credit and his
name has become matter OF history-as the hero
of the Garila de Belen the first American who
planted his country's standard on the walls of
Mexico.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

A Huntress.--We were informed a few days
ago that Mrs Catharine Cosner, of Hardy county,
had caught two large bears this summer in trap.
We also learn that she is as expert with rifle as
almost any hunter that can be found. From the
information which we have received concerning
her character for courageous exploits, she would
make a rival for the celebrated Maid of Orleans
Roaaaev Argus
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Hunker Meeting at Rochester.

------ N hUCHESTEK, TItF U--f. M.
The adamantnes are now firing q salute of one
hundred guns, preparatory to a ratification meet
ing, TO be addressed by Messrs. Dickinson, Clin-
ton, and Brady.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

va. The u. S. troops at Eastpor and at Port
land, Me. have been ordered TO California. We
believe the whole number at both places do not
amount TO more than half company.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Cholera In Virginia.

WASHINGTON, Oct. g. 1853
Cholera is reported TO be spreading along the
river Martinsburg, Virginia, and the citizens
becoming alarmed. trl .sa-t. . y,
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

Rev Father Carroll, President of st. Xavier's
college, IN Cncinnaii has been appointed by the
Pope Bishop OF Covington His diocese will em-
brace oil the country lying between the Big Sandy
and the Kentucky rivers, and as far south as the
Tennessee line. The Rev Father will shortly be
consecrated by Archbishop Purcell and take up
his residence in Covington.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
ROOMS. with Board, ii

IL genteel quiet family, can be obtained on /
street, equi-distant from the Treasury and Patent
Office, on application at this office.
Sep. 5-2awiflm s
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

No saie.--The large three story brick building,
occupied by Barnes and Mitchell, on Louisiana
avenue near Ninth street, was yesterday evening
offered for sale at auction. Twenty-one thousand
dollars were bid for il. No one being disposed to
offer larger sum the auctioner thanked the
crowd for their attendance and the bidders for
their bids; and before he dsmounted the rostrum
Ia store box-said that the property was limited
bv Mr.. Conly 10 twenty three thousand dollars.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
A large Freight.-The Detroil Adr

A Large Freight.-The Detroit Adrerfiser
says: We notice the clipper brig Caroline, of
Roelofson, Hatch IL Co.'s feet, lately sailed for
Ogdensburg with a full freight of -four and wheat,
which at the present prices makes her pretty
profitable investment for the owners. She had on
board 1900 barrels iour and 4, 500 bushels wheat,
and some passengers, which at the rates, would
make her trip worth about 81 500"
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

ALBANY, Oct. THE boiler of saw mill at
East Oxford, Canada, exploded yesterday, killing
four men.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

A Russian Priests Sermon on the Comet
The comet which has lately been visible has served
priest not far from Warsaw with materials for a
very curious sermon. After having summoned
his congregation together. although it was neither
Sunday nor festival, and shown them the comet
he informed them that this was the same star that
had appeared to the magi at the birth of Sa-
Russian empire. Its appearance on this occasion
was TO intimate to the Russian eagle that the time
was come for il to spread out its wings and
embrace all mankind in one orthodox soul-sancti-
flying church. He showed them that the star was
now standing Immediately over Constantinople
and explained that the dull hight of the nucleus
indicated its sorrow at the delays of the Russian
army in proceeding to its destination, &c!
Berlin Correspondence Of the London Times.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
PROFESSIONAL GARD.

RS. X. Is j. HUNTER, members of the
IL Royal College of Surgeons, late of lsngton,
London, have taken up their residence in Wash
ington, for the treatment Of DISEASES OF TIE
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 peculiarity of the treatment em-
ployed by Drs. H., is that the remedies employed
are administered by Inhalation, in the form OF
vapor. 5Eas sa.sa ag, 7,3.3s,s,i ,..I.
and III streets (m) Sep Oily
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08
Useful Invention.

Useful 1nvention.-A machine has been in
vented by citizen Of Mobile which will dispense
with the use of the screw in pressing tobacco.
The machine rolls, presses, and cuts of the to-
bacco to the length of the plug desired, and may
be moved by steam and water as well as by hand.
Washington sentinel., 1853-10-08

One Day Later from Rio.-The brig Nancy
at this port yesterday from Rio de .Janero, brings
advices one day later than ourprevious dates The
following is an extract from letter, dated: I8a
Rio DE JANEIRo Aug. IS, 1853. u
We have no change to note in quotation in Cof-
fee. The stock to-day is aboutthe same as il was
in 1852 and the receipts from the Interior as COM
pared with 1852, show falling OIL of IT. ,23S
bags since lst Of April as compared with same
period last year. The receipts average about $50
bags daily since 1st of July The low land cropis
almost total failure, as there not 1000 bags
of new in market, whereas we have shipped car
goes of new early the 1st of April in former
years.-BaLimore american .t4s