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HIsTORv
OF DEMOCRACY In THE UNITED STATES.



TNHIS important work is now In press, the frst
i volume Of which viii be issued early in the
autumn Of 1884.
The publication Of this work will be continued
by the subscribers and In due time they viii pub
lish in the several Stafcs complete list ofagcnis,
who will be prepared 10 furnish copies promptly
in every part ofthe Union.
That the author may have ample time 10 prepare
his work according 10 his views Of completeness
that the publishers may be enabled 20 issue the
numbers with promptness and ai stated periods,
thereby protecting the interest Of agents, the
following arrangement Is announced IN the full
confidence that Il viii prove acceptable 10 ali, via
To stereotype the next six numbers, making ten
in all, thus completing the first volume bs'Srs sss
more are pnbiishsd
The numbers viii then be issued monthly, with
out interruption, TO the end. Those who prefer
the volume bound will be accommodated without
extra charge for binding and the numbers already
published, from one 20 four, viii be taken IN part
pay il not injured their full cost 10 subscribers
In announcing this unavoidable delay for few
months, the publishers are not unmindful oi the
earnest desire Of many speedily 70 possess the
work. The necessity Of accommodating the sa
thor, whose labors are incessant, VIII appear Oh
vious 10 all without particular explanation.
DAYTON & WENTWORTH,
Publishers, SO Washington e., Boston.
Mar l5-tr
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NEW YORK, May 2, lsS3.--The under-
IN signed has this day opened an Office, No. AZ
William street. (Merchants' Exchange,) for the
transaction of a general brokerage business.
\, Bank, insurance, mining, railroad, government
Prpmissory notes, bills of exchange, and loans
negotiated. .tA ~ NJ -a .t I w.
Sep 21--tf EMANUEL y. HART.
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GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK
pianos and MeIodeons for Cash.

HoRACE WATERS, the great Music and
H Piano Forte dealer, 333 Broadway, New
York, preering 10 share large per cent. with his
customers, rather than pay il 10 the sharpers Of
Wall street. TO raise available means 10 enable him
10 stem the present tight times, offers his immense
assortment Of elegant and warranted Pianos and
Melodeons at large discount from factory prices,
for cash. His assortment comprises Pianos from
three Of the largest and most celebrated Boston
manufactures; also those of several of the best
New York makers including the beautiful and
much admired Horace Waters Pianos from his
own factory and MeIodeons Of The best Boston.
New Haven, New York, and Buffalo makes; az
fording an opportunity for selections not TO be had
elsewhere Each instrument warranted. Second
hand Pianos at great bargains-prices from 500 10
% Sl60. Music aud musical instruments Of al
kinds. Dealers, teachers, and heads OF schools
supplied on the best terms. Music sent by mail,
posi- paid. General and select catalogues Of mu-
SIC aud schedule offactory prices Of Pianos, Melo-
deons and musical instruments forwarded 10 any
address, free OF postage.
Sent 2i-d3m
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THE MISSISSIPPI AND ATLANTIC
ea CONNECTEDl eli4i

UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE!
ONLY So HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
YORK. AND 36 HOURS TO CINCINNTI!!.
CHICAGO & MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
~ The only Railroad Romts from tho Lo1er s1
TIME PROM ~ .og ~ o4oaa1 s A oNsy % uoRs
IT. The Steamer WINCHESTER leaves
the Alton wharf boat at ST. Louis,
daily Sundays excepted at o'clock, a. m-, and
the REINDEER leaves the Alton wharf boat al
st. Louis daily at $50, p. m.
The steamers connect at Alton {only 25 miles
from st. Louis) with express trains for ..e ~
SPRINGFIELD, BLOOMINGTON, LASALLE,
4 CHICAGO, AND THE EASTERN CITIES.
Passengers leaving ST. Louis by the steamer
Winchester at z, a, m, take the cars at Alton al
TO- a. M, and arrive at Chicago the next morning
m.tine TO take the earliest morning trains going
east. ~
Passengers leaving St. Louis by the Reindeer
at $50, p. m, take the cars at Alton Saturday
cepted) at p m, in time for the evening trains
rest.
& This line via Chicago and Mississippi, Illinois
Central and Chicago and Rock Island, or Chicago
and Aurora railroads, connects with all the rail-
roads at Chicago, and affords the most speedy
route from 81. Louis TO points on the Mississippi
river, at and above the Upper Rapids, as well as
10 points on the Illinois river at and above Pekin
The trains of the g. and M, railroad connect at
Carlinville, Virdcn, Springfield, and Bloomington,
with good Stage Lines for Hillsboro', Waverly,
Danville, Teue-Haute, Pekin, and Piona and also
with the Great Western Railroad at Springfield
with the Great Western Railroad for Jacksonville,
and Decatur, and at Bloomington with the Illinois
Central Railroad for Lasalle.
Ms- THROUGH TICKETS, and Tickets TO
Chicago, can be had at the Offices Of the Michigan
Southern, the Michigan Central, and the New
York and Erie railroads, ST. Louis.
VA TICKETS TO CHICAGO and all the in
termed ate places, can be had at the wharf boat
and on the railroad packets, and at the Offices of
the Chicago and Mississippi, Illinois Central, and
Chicago and Rock Island railroads.
f. KEATING, Supt G. & M R. R.
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"lARPER,S MAGAZINE for September is
HI amagnifcent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SHILLrNGToS's book
store. 11Ta rsfr esaitEt s'5tsn.
The great Illustrated Magazine of Art for Sep
tember is one Of the best that has been issued
4 Lcslie's Ladies' Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions sa ig s.gsfg
The Knickerbocker Magazine for September.
Godey's Lady's Book, Graham's Magazine, and
Putnam's Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
-1g SHILLINGToN'S Bookstore,
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sGLENWOOD CEMETERY AZ
YJyHIS BEAUTIFULi BURIAL PLACE

j ofthe Dead having just been dedicated with
appropriate ceremonies for the purpose, is now
open for the reception of the remains of deceased
persons. AZ -aAb eisse tiFFsA Af
The Mausoleum has capacity for hundred
bodies, in which such friends fthe dead, as may
apply, can place the departed until they select
sites for graves. nilHlli 3'lla 9t n. e''s itsF
The plan of the incorporators is one Of equality
n regard 10 the lots, which will not be put up
publicly for sale, (athough they usually bring a
premium,) making the early selections Of lots the
most desirable. ails "a saia7 Bes a tt batF'.3 ~
Until an Office is established inthe city Of Wash
ington, applications will be punctually attended to
at the present Office in the east wing of the build
ing,,on entering the Cemetery. wisA fR 80
Visters are requested not TO drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds.
sFN pf- VIM. s. HUMPHREYS. sl
NJ B. Glenwood is situated short distance
due north of the Capitol hae Aug 27--3m +
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nIR. RUsHNELL,s sCHooL. IaTH

lNI street, between T and G streets. Washing
ton. The next session will commence on the
first Monday in September The course Of in
struction embraces Ancient and Modern Ian
guages, Mathematics, the Elements OF Natura
and Moral Science, together with all the English
branches usually taught in the best schools. Cir
culars may be had al the school-room or at the
bookstores. Aug i1--eo4w
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NOTICE.--Be II known TO all whom a
IN doth concern that have filed, in the Gen-
eral Land Office at Washington, ID. c., the follow
ing duplicate land warrant issued by the Register
of Virginia on the 18th day of December, 1850. No
1906 for ZOO acres, for the services of William
Field soldier in the Virginia continental line on
the 30th June, 1888. The original Of said warrant
parties that shall make application to the Gen.
eral Land Office for the satisfaction OF the above
mentioned duplicate warrant, by the issue Of scrip
under the provisions Of the act Of 3lst August
1852. fiaiat tfgar WILLIAM TERRY, 4
Oct S--1aw3m Attorney for the Claimant
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TAKE NOTICE.
NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.


n w. BROWNING, MERCHANT TAILOR
under the United States Hotel, would re.
specially inform his customers and the public
generally, that he has just received New Fall and
Winter Goods in great variety. Such as Cloths.
Cassimeres, and Vestings, Of the latest irnporta-
tion, and is prepared TO have them made up al
the shortest notice, in the most fashionable man
ner and at low rates Of prices. ~.
Having made arrangements TO go into the
Ready-made Clothing business" extensively this
season, he feels confident that he can offer to
those wishing 10 purchase aastock of Clothing,
moi inferior 10 any this city, and not made up at
the north, as is usually the case with work sold
here but cut in his own establishment, and made
by our own needy cirzens in this dull season. at
low rates of prices. He is enabled, therefore, TO
compete with northern work in poinr of prices
and as to quality and style, he will leave for those
who favor him with call TO judge.
He can sell whole suits, Coat Pants, and Vest,
at the following low rates. 49,
Good suit for business purposes, out Of cloth or
cassmere for the small sum of. ........ SIS
Dress and Frock Coats from. $50 TO $50
Over-coats of different styles, from. .$l2 TO $25
Black and fancy Pantaloons, from.o. So SO TO $40
Silk and velvet Vests, FROM. ,-.-.,- 50 90 TO $40
This stock Of Clothing is of superior quality,
and has been made up since hercceived the fall
and winter fashions.
He keeps constantly on hand O large assortment
of fancy articlcs--such gloves, cravats, collars,
umbrellas, &c. seig9 i9 a 4ad no
Sole agent for the sale Of Scott's Report OF
Fashions in this city.
Sept 14-n i1s3 III htNN - 5N'f t4 4e
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS. A
i i. STEER. MERCHANT TAILOR

Id - SEEk1Hs AkNSHH<AN = Z. = NAA1CNs
PRN snS SRsSSsE R9ER aUaSc GooDp ,o which he
invites the attention of Members of Congress,
Strangers, and Citizens. isl5A
The stock Is large and very complete, embrac-
ing almost every variety of Gentlemen's Goods,
usually keptby Merchant lTailors. .fiilh
We solicit an inspection by the public of our
goods, workmanship, and prices. y. aa f W
NOD Washington Place, Seventh street.
II Nav N-3tif f5 4sB Is sa41
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nON,T FAIL To CALL AT HOODS

IL ifyou wish TO purchase anything in the way
OF fine American, London, or Geneva watches,
iewelry, pure silver ware. &c., &C. and save from
rs 10 rs per cent, a. he IL now receiving his
Pail supply, which will be sold at the lowest
wholesale rates
Fine watches and jewelry repaired, and war.
H. o. HOODS
Pa. avenue, between "A and 6th streets, sgn OF
the large spread sagls Sept i6-if
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Inspector U. s. Navy Yard, Gospori, v
~ M. RRWNING, Merehant TAILOR,

lid We bhW NhNos x1SlGnsAt
under the United States Hotel, having en-
larged and improved his store, would now respect
fully call the attention Of citizens and strangers
visiting Washington, 10 his wcil-seeeted stock OF
French and English cloths, cassimeres, and vest
ngs, of the newest and most elegant styles OF
goods from 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 win
enable him TO offer them TO the public on such
terms az will give entire satisfaction 20 the pur-
chasers, and, in view Of increasing his business,
he has purchased an unusual large stock OF goods,
such as viii defy competition for their beauty,
style, and cheapness.
AN he asks e q call before you purchase else
where, and he will convince You thai you VIII
save your money by 20 doing. A suit Of oihss
can be made up in the most elegant style ai twelve
hours notice.
superior Ready-mads Clothing.
have on hand superior assortment OF ready
made clothing, OF my own work, made up IN the
most fashionable manner, such "a overcoais IN
various styles, frock and dress coats, and also
pants and vests, which viii be sold a much iess
price than work made 10 order.
N. B. Sole agent for SCOTS report Of FASHIONS
or the District.
Oct. 15-6m. (m)
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ToR LEAsE.--Thc National Theatre In
il the city of Washington, FOR the ensuing sea-
SON, or for a term OF years The National Theatre
is one of the largest in the world, and yet svery
merlorious attraction can gu u.
With the alterations and improvements con
templaied, il will be in every respect desirable
establishment.
II suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accede 10 the following arrange,
mon.
The entire receipts TO be distributed thus; The
current expenses the salaries Of the members
the rent. All surplus TO be divided among the
members Of the company, in the proportion Of
their respective salaries. The Proprietor would
have claim for rent until after payment Of cur
rent expenses and salaries.
The proprietor would like, therefore, to receive
communications, with particulars, from parties In
clined TO this mode of action. The purpose Of
the Proprietor is to secure the best talent by pay
ing TO il all the profits. Every letter received viii
be known 10 the Proprietor alone, who viii not
feel himself AT liberty 10 reveal the name OF any
party addressing him on this subject =,
All communications prepaid, and addressed
"to the Proprietor Of the National Theatre, boz
24e, Washington city, ID. Q.
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! S55lisfflIaafuns.


yTNO SENATOR'S AND MEMBERS OF
II the House Of representatives. gentle
man who has had twenty years experience as a.
parliamentary legal, aud general reporter, both in
Europe and America, having several leisure hours
each day, proposes 70 devote them TO the service
Of any gentleman having writing 10 do, either for
the press or of any other description. Desiring
some mode Of employing those hours until the adj
journment Of the present session Of Congress, he
is perfectly indifferent TO the character OF the
writing he may be required 10 perform, and win
perform il upon the most reasonable terms.. Com
municatiops addressed 10 p. b. T., at Mrs. Wards,
corner of n street aud Missouri avenue, will meet
order. ~. ~ 1890 s4bd Feb 2r-tf
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NTRw BOOT AND SHOE STORE

M EW BOOT AND SHOE STORE
in Samuel w. Taylor ~ Co, have opened the
spacious New Store on Penn. avenue, next to
Hotel for the sale of Ladies', Gentemen's Misses,
Boys and Servants BOOTS, SHOES, CATERS
and SLIPPERS.
In opening this establishment our aim is TO be-
come popular by keeping good articles at very low
prices.
nJ-Arrangcments have been made with the best
Northern Manufacturers for regular supply OF
every article exclusively TO our order.
BY respectful attention 10 the wants Of those
who viii favor Ms with a call, we hope TO merit
their future confidence and patronage,
8. w. TAYLOR 81 Co.
Penn avenue, opposite Browns Hotel.
Aug 29--lw
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LIZARD TIMES, a New Novel. by Chas.

lizard TIMES, a New Novel, by Chas.
III Dickens.
The Metallic Wealth of the United States, de-
scribed and compared with that Of other countries,
by J. ID. Whitney.
Memoirs of Joseph John Gurney, with selec-
tons from his Journal and Correspondence. Ed
tied by Joseph Bevan Braithwaite, in vols.
Memories over the Water, or Stray Thoughts
Of Long Stroll, by Henry Manly.
On sale at TAYLOR 81 MAURYS
Aug Is Bookstore, near 9th 81.
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.

IA MOHE NEW SFHlNQ Ox1ODSs
ID J. STEER, Merchant Tailor. is now open
I ing another supply Of choice SPRING and
SUMMER GOODS, TO which he invites the at
tention Of Members Of Congress, strangers, and
II The stock is large and very complete, embracing
almost every variety of fGentlcman's Goods usually
kept by Merchant Tailors. 9 sa.
Il We solicit an inspection by the public of our
goods, workmanship, and prices.
) Ng- No, A Washington Place, Seventh street.
i Mny 14-3tif rsa Fk0n
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FEMALE EDUCATION.

MRS. r. w. YOUNG & MISS ". TOWN
slyl respectfully announce TO their friends and
this community that they will receive at their
rooms, on the corner Of 10th and X streets north,
young ladies' who may desire to pass through a
systematic course Of studies, embracing all the
solid and ornamental branches of female educa-
ton, 4ass9pN tat ssd3iI HGt ~ 1ph w
Their method of instruction is thorough and
practical. 1t is based upon experience, OF many
years in conducting the education of young ladies',
having in view the fullest development and disc
pline ofthe mental faculties. a
TERMS OF TUITION. iaRi NJ Il
All the English studies, including mathematics
with the French language, per the scholastic
year OF 10 months $50
Ancient and other modorn languages
Music, vocal and instrumental. -. Professors
Drawing in pencil and crayon- ..,.. charges
Painting in oil and water colors,....) to,. NJ f5
Sept 6-3tawtlSth
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AIRS. COwDEN CLARKTys new Novel.
Nl The Iron Cousin, or Mutual Influence, by
Mary Cowden Clarke, author Of "The Complete
Concordance 20 Shakespeare" rfN
Tegg's Dictionary Of Chronology.
Lectures m the True, the Beautiful, and the
Good, by M. N Cousin; Increased by an Appendix
on French Art; translated by o. w. Wight.
TAYLOR az MAURY'S
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r IMEi LIMEi LIME.-To PIasterers

j and Builders.--We have now on hand. at
SEELYS Patent Kilns, one thousand barrels OF
Lime and are now making two hundred barrels
daily which we viii sell on the best terms.
We would call the particular attention Of plas-
terers 10 this superior article OF Lime. II is free
from coal cinders or other sediment, il being
burnt altogether by wood which makes il very
superior Article for plasterng, white coating, and
hard finishing.
Give us a call, and you shall be pleased.
s. ]. SEELY & co.
LII. d tr II.
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TAKE MOTTO E.-Housekeepers and
IL Others are reminded that thefolewing list Of
articles are of the very best description, and can
be purchased from the subscriber on as low terms
as any other house in the city. A large assort-
ment and supply always on hand: ,..
ysss Oils of all kinds Queensware,
WA Paints, Brushes,
Camphine, s Clocks,
Varnish, s Lamps, sf
y Turpentine, Chandeliers,
Window Glass, Girondoes, @
China, Vases.
Earthenware, Britannia ware,
XII Glass; 5 sl. ~, &C. &c. &c.
! Goods sent to any part Of the city free Of
charge Country dealers will do well TO call.
o. s. WHITTLESEY
I" ts4fv - w 7th street,
ing Opposite Selden & Whhers's Bank.
Mar 10 ha bvnfi (Star) l .gaa
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GAUTIEB's.-Just received a large as
" sortment of Pate De Foies Gras from Stras
burg, in small and large jars.
Jan 22-s c. GAUTIER.
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NIOvELTIEs. Inventions, and Curiosities
~ IN Arts and Manulactures,-Pric so cents.
Gays Fables. profusely illustrated.
The Ladies' aud Gentlemen's Letter Writer.
Shooting, Ly r. Blakey.
Just imported from England by
e TAYLOR a. MAURY,
Oct Is Bookstore near eth 81.
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ENERAL AGENCY.--The undersigned
W most respectfully informs, by this notice, his
friends and the public in general, here and esle-
where, that he has opened an Agency Office for
the prosecution of claims Of every description
against the government, before the several depart
,ments or Congressj procure pensions, bounty
lands, extra pay, and arrearage pay, and viii At
tend 10 the buying and selling of real estate the
renting of houses, and general collecting bust
ness he will also furnish parties AZ distance
with such information they may desire from
the seat Of government. Charges win be mode
safe. Office, at present, win be on M near 18th
rtreet.
REFERENCES.
Hon. ]. g. Dobbin, Secretary of the Navy.
Hon. j. Davis, Secraary Of War.
N. Callan, esq, President Of The Board Of Csm-
mon ConncL Fe .EttI n.ffr
Gen John M. McCalla, Attorney at Lao.
James II. Caustin, esq.
SAMUEL @. TAYLOR.
Jan 17---tf fa sf WA
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%fs LIBRARY or Con gress, Oct. eth, 4 s54.
ATOTICE is HEREBY, GIVEN, that the
IN Library of Congress will be closed on Thurs
day the 10Th instant, and will not again be opened
until Saturday the 18th of November. ~
f.ts a!aj3 , ssls JOHN s. MEEIIAN,
Oct. 1O--eod2w ,si. i45 81 Librarian.
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;1zzr excursions daily throughout the
wear by the Steamer BALTIMORE, 20 and from
Aqua Creek, with dinner included, Tor " only.
and change Of scene, no better opportunity can
offer for such indulgence than Il now daily af
forded by the regular trips Of the splendid and
commodious Steamer Baltimore 20 Aqua Greek
and back to Washington between the hours Of "a
a. m. and ~ p. m.
Fare for the round trip, including good dinner
on board, 50 only.
For further Information apply to cap,sinA ID.
GEORGE MATTINGLY
Agent Of the lipe in Washington.
Julv 1S--d2m*