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PROPOSALS FOR STATIONERY.
OFFIcE OF THE SEcRRTARY or THE SENATE,
September ~, 1854.

OFF1cE OF THE SEcRETARY OF TIE SENATE,
September IL, 1854.
q EALED PROPOSALS will be received
- at this Office until ten o'clock, a. m, on Tues
day, the 10th of October next, for furnishing COO
reams Of hardware paper, smooth surface, 20
inches by 80 inches, and weighing not less than
As pounds 70 the ream, 10 be delivered at this Of
fee free OF any charge for carriage; one-half on
or before the 18th, and one, half or before the
9th Of November next
The right is reserved 10 the Secrstary to order,
upon giving ten days notice, any additional guam
tty that may be required for the use Of the Senate
during the ODD Congress.
A sufficient specimen Of the paper, marked with
the name Of the proposer and the price, il to ac-
company each proposal and be delivered al this
Office free Of Charge. ~ fN sng Y
A contract viii be entered into with the person
offering to furnish the said paper Of the proper
quality at the lowest price on his executing q
bond with two or more sureties satisfactory 10 the
Secretary Of the Senate for the performances there
Of under a forfeiture Of twice the contract price
In case Of failure; which bond is 10 be filed in the
Office Of the said Secretary within ten days after
the proposal has been accepted.
= Sept 1o--1aw1w seh
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

Giiman's Hair Dye has made its appearance
in our city, very much 10 the qualification Of our
young beaux who wear red whskers or musta-
chos. Gentlemen are now seen going into our
hair-dressing saloons with hair, whsksss, musta.
chios, and eyebrows Of all imaginable colors, and
in five minutes they will appear ON the street hav.
ing them entirely changed and decidedly improved
BY lustrous black. obtained by using GILMAs's
DYE-NorfoLk Herald
For sale by 2. d. GILMAN, Chemist,
WashinTfo Crfv
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

Worthy of Note-C oal.--The Newark Msr-
cnry is assured by gentleman OF that city, of the
highest character, who has just returned from
Mauch Chunk that coal is selling at the mines at
from 80 75to 50 so per ton. The only difficulty is
in getting il TO Market and this difficulty is caused
by great operators, who are determined on keep
ing up the price.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

washington Democratic Associstion.--The
committee appointed at the snii-Know-notbing
meeting on Friday afternoon, to prepare plan Of
organization, consists Of DR.. John A. Blake, John
J. MulIoy, John F. Ennis, 2. w. McKnew, Joseph
shiIlington, Charles s. Jones, and William H.
Thomas.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

The " Know-nothings."-For several months
AFTER the secret order, generally known by this
name, was introduced into our city, nobody could
tell, or seemed 70 ''know," who composed the
membership. There was somewhat of Ca mys-
terry" concerning them, but, like a good many
other things hidden in darkness, we are begin
ming to have frequent looks at "know-nothings,"
working in the light of day or by gaslight, ire
speciive of the public gaze; the first open demon
stration taking place on Friday afternoon, and
another being promised during the present week.
1.-THE demonstration by the democrats has done
no harm 10 the "know-nothings,' it has at least
scared them from their covert and exposed them
to fire both in the front and rear. Heretofore
they have noiselessly but with astonishing power
made their efficiency felt at the ballot-boxJ their
plan Of action having been concocied privately;
the public large suspecting but not really being
aware Of the interior Vaccinations. Now, how
ever, we repeat, people are beginning 10 learn
something-HB BY their fruits ye shall know them"
The publication Of what purpoHed TO be list
OF the Fourth ward know-nothings was the first
shot that was fred into the fort OF the mysterious
order,D and the cannonading of Florence, Stanton,
and Carrgan, on Friday afternoon, drove them to
the street barricades7 The result Of the contest
is reserved for a future announcement.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

CoLUMBIA, 8. c., Sept. 2S.-The up passenger
train on the Georgia railroad ran into the down
freight train last night. The fireman Of the pas
senger train was killed, and Engineer Baldwin,
Of the freight train, badly scalded that his life
is despaired Of No passengers were hurt. Three
cars OF each train were smashed.
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DIED.

10 this city on the I'D insi, OF consumption, Mrs.
VIRGINIA JOSEPHINE, wife OF II. A, HAYDEN,
and daughter Of the Hon. HENRY DopeE. The
friends Of the family are invited 10 attend the
funeral, from Mrs. Enpis's, Capitol HiIl this lSun-
cayl afternoon at 3 O'Clock.
Wisconsin, Iowa, and California papers will
please copy.
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Funeral Of Bishop WainwrIght.

New YORK, Sept 23.--The funeral Of Bishop
Wainwright took place this afternoon at Trinity
church, and there was large attendance of the
clergy and others Resolutions expressive of
regret and sympathy were adopted, and the appro-
pirate services Of the church followed. Bishop
Doane and Whilehouse officiated
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24
IMEi LIMEi LIMEl--To Pisstcrers

i and Builders.--We have now on hand, at
SEELYS Patent Kins, one thousand barrels OF
Lame and are now making two hundred barrels
daily which we will sell on the best terms.
We would call the particular attention OF plas-
ieters TO this superior article Of Lime. II 10 free
from coal cinders or other sediment, il being
burnt altogether by wood which makes IL very
superior sifcls for pastering, white coating, and
hard finishing. ~ ca
Give us a call, and you shall he pleased.
s. J. SEELY 4 CO.
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The Reciprocity Trcaty-Its Early Opera

both houses last night, and will receive the royal
assent to-day. The encouragement will issue
proclamation declaring the treaty in force, as re-
CARDS Canada, whenever tho President will take
the responsibility of doing the same.
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Marine DIsaster

NORFOLK, Sept. 2s.--The brig MarceIus, from
Alexandra, with cargo cf coal, bound TO New
Bedford, went ashore yesterday on the Rip Rap
shoals. The vessel Is supposed 10 be a total loss.
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Emigration of Colored People to Canada.
II is said that in Kent county, Canada West, more
than eleven thousand negroes have settled during
the last few years. Mr.. Farewell, member of the
Provincial parliament from that county, has pro-
posed 10 move the following amendment TO the
ministerial resolutions in reply 10 the throne
Although there is no probability that the amend
ment will be adopted il is nevertheless regarded
by some persons as an indication Of gradually
growing feeling against colored emigrants in that
part of Canada where they are most numerous.
"That all the words after the word that in
the 18th paragraph be struck out, and the follow.
ing words inserted in lien thereof This house
will gladly show liberal spirit and friendly dispo-
sition towards the United States for their gener-
Gus conduct in legisating upon this matter, reci-
procityD and that in proof of such disposition on
their part, the Provincial legislature will hereafter
exact from negro immigrants poll tax equal in
amount TO that now imposed upon other foreign
ers-will not incorporate any association for the
special benefit of men of color as class, and will
discourage the promotion of any institution the
object and end whereof would be JUNCTION with
the Abolitionists of the northern States, TO bring
about a severance of the American Union"
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THIs Is no GIVE NOTICE, that the sun.

Il scriber hath obtained from the orphans corr
OF Washington county in the District Of Columbia.
letters estamentary the personal estate Of Thos
Richie, late Of Washington county, deceased.
All persons having claims against the said de-
with the vouchers thereof 10 the subscriber ON !,
before the 18th day Of August next; they NAV
otherwise BY law be excluded from all benefit Of
the said estate.
Given under my hand this l4,h day Of August,
1904. WIN. b. b, CROSS,
aug lo-lawSw Executor
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MARRIED.,

On the 9th inst. by Rev. CHARLES Z. AMBIKR,
JAMES X. MARSHALL, Jr and Miss FANNIE
L., daughter of Maj. THos M. AMBLER, Of Eau
quier.
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yankees IN Canada.--The Provincial pars

Yankees In Canada.-The Provincial Parlia-
ment have passed act granting TO aliens the
right to purchase and convey lands the Queens
land into market at 81 a 81 25 per acre. No
reservations have been made respecting minerals,
and the Yankees in focks are prospecting on the
north shore of Lake Superior for copper and iron,
and some rich openings have been discovered,
and where one Yankee sauatter could not cover
the mineral field several unite, make their claim,
and Jointly purchase the site. II is said that there
have been some tall specuatons already.
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Powder.MiII ExnIosIon.

HARTFoRD, Sept. 23.--One Of Hammers and
Forcbe's powder-mills at East Hartford was blown
up this morning, killing John Mccain, late of
Dover. Massachusetts. Il contained one hundred
kegs ofpowder. The cause is unknown,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

HARPER'S MAGAZINE for September is
Ii magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SHmLINGToN's book
store.
The great illustrated Magazine of Art for Sep
TENDER is one Of the best that has been issued ~
Lesle's Ladies' Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions
The knickerbocker Magazine for September.
Godeys Lady's Book, Graham's Magazine and
Putnam's Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at "
. SHILLINGTONS Bookstore,
Odeon Building, corner of Al street.
Sep 3-3tf and Penn avenue
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

Jack Frost made his first appearance this
season on Friday morning, and was in every direc-
tion visible. No doubt he will repeat his visits.
The mosquitoes which have been amusing them.
selves Of late, al The expense Of human beings,
viii now feel The effect Of the e killing frost"
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saIling Of the 81. Louis.

NEW YORK, Sept. 23-The steamer ST. Louis
sailed this morning with A passengers and $780,
500 in specie.
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WORK, or Plenty to Do and Hours I
wv Do II, by M. M. Brewster, LIST and Cd serie.

sNTOW COMPLETE, the best edition of
In Jays Morning and Evening Exercises ever
published. Four thick volumes on large type and
fine paper. each volume containing exercises for
three months Price 81.
Z By the same author, Lectures on Female Scrip
ture Characters 81.
The Christian Contemplated, course Of lee
lures Forty cents.
The Jubilee Memorial. Thirty cents
A New Book for Youth, just published.
Our Folks at Home, in vol, 16mo., illustrated
with ten handsome wood engravings. Price IS
cents. This is new volume of superior excel
lence, designed to enhance and cherish love OF
home and its attractions as the great centre of
earthly JOY, as well as TO impress upon the minds
Of youth The importance of having an object in
life, and that object really useful one.
For sale at
GRAY 81 BALLANTYNE'S
No. 49S 7th street.
Where can also be had School Books at the lowest
prices. Sep 20
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GTONE QUARRY.-Iam prepared TO fur
~ nish from my quarry, opposite the Little Falls
and adjoining the quarry Of the late Timothy
O'Neale, any quantity Of stone that may be needed
for building purposes. Apply TO the undersigned,
at his house on II, between 10Th and 20Ih streets,
in the First ward, or 10 Mr.. Paine, at the quarry
July 81 WILLIAM B. SCOTT.
IAlexandria Sentinell
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MEDICAL .CARD.-Drs. r. q j. Hunter.

MEDICAL. -Drs. n. e. J. Hunter,
IXl physicians for diseases Of the chest &c,
beg to announce that they will remove to New
thereafter as they shall have completed desired
professional arrangements in regard to their prac-
tice in Washington and Baltimore. The motive for
this change is that of being more central and easy
of access TO those visiting them from distant parts
of the Union. AVE- Sr ,7 -. sss.s.
DR.. James Hunter will, during the winter, visit
professionally ST. Augustine, Jacksonville and the
principal resorts for. invalids on the southern
coast.
Baltimore on professional business once in each
month after December.
Will be published in January next an American
edition of Sir Charles Scudamore's work ON Inha-
lation, with an introduction" Notes, = and an
Appendix, by r. Hunter, M. r. c. 8.
Nov 16-1y (m)
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{ AND FoR sALE.-The subscriber WIN

II AND FOR sALE.-Thc Subscriber wiz
IL dispose OF thirty acres OF land being part Of his
farm known as Delcarlia, situated near the Lille
Falls, in Montgomery county, Nd and adjoining
the contemplated water-works. ID is an excellent
piece OF land, and both from lis fertility and To-
cality is admirably suited for market garden.
Apply 10 the undersigned, or 10 his overseer on
the farm. ~
WILLIAM b. SCOTT,
Sept lift On ii between 10Th and 10th ats.
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Agtifts.

Ns- Methodist Episcopal Church, south
There will be Divine services in this church to-
morrow Sunday at III o'clock, a IN, and n p. m.
Rev. Geo. W. Carter, p. E., is expected TO preach
In the morning. Sept %
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GREAT EXCITEMENT in NEW YORK I
Pianos and Melodeone for Cash

Pianos ana melode0ns for Cash.
HORACE WATERS, the great Music and
III Piano Forte dealer, 333 Broadway, New
York, prefering TO share large per cent. with his
customers, rather than pay il 10 the shsrpers of
Wall street, 10 raise available 10 enable him
10 stem The present tight tines offers his immense
assortment Of elegant and warranted Pianos and
Melodcons at a 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 Melodeons OF the best Boston.
New Haven, New York, and Buffalo makes: az
fordng an opportunity for selections not 10 be had
elsewhere. Each instrument warranted Second
hand Pianos at great bargsins--prices from $50 TO
to sl6o. Music and musical instruments Of all
Kinds. Dealers, teachers, and heads Of schools
supplied on the best terms. Music sent by mail,
post paid. General and select catalogues Of mu,
$40 and schedule offactory prices Of Pianos, Melo-
deems and musical instruments forwarded TO any
address, free OF postage.
Sept 2i--d3m f&
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U,o ALLwHo HAVE CLAIMS no COZ

FVhO ALLWHO HAVE CLAIMS To COL
Il lect-I am again Collector in Fairfax county,
Virgins, for two years from this day.. My Official
bond, with ample security, was given at June
cosrt, 10th June intend to devote my attention
entirely to- my business. From my long expert
ence in ny business, acquaintance with The peo-
pie, and faithful discharge of my duties heretofore,
am induced 10 solicit portion OF the public col
lections from hose who intend TO place their
claims in the hands Of an officer or agent Il will
take claims ON ahy persons in my county for any
amounts, and, justi6ed, will attend TO the coec-
tons of claims in the adjoining Countess
If any reference is wanting, would refer 10 the
clerks Of my county and the attorneys Of the bar
here. All COMMUNICATIONS must be post paid
Claims out Of the State should be fully authenti-
Gated before sent 10 me for collection; will col
lect, in my Official capacity or agent as may be
requested; il as an oicer, charge legal fee only,
and which IL the claim is made, the defendant has
always 10 pay; and if as agent the plaintiff must
pay me ten per cent, IL collected OF sucured, and
any legal cost may be NJ 10 secure the debt
n SPENCER JACKSON,
i, j s,I- .s4, Fairfax court house, Virginia.
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r IrE AND EPIsTLEs OF ST. PAUL,
IL by the Rev W. ,. copgbesre, M. A., and the
Rev j. 8. Howson, MA.
Just received az
TAYLOR q MAURYs
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E,REAKs OF FORTUNE, by y. u. yones.
u Firmiian,.a spasmodic Tragedy, by T. Percy
The Scout, OF the Black Riders OF Congaree.
by w. Gilmore Simms, esq. Just received al
TAYLOR g. MAURY'S,
Sept IL Bookstore, near 9th 81.
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8ataI anS YtrsonaI.

The PhiLosophic Bcgsar,-Our citizens are
well acquainted with 9 old Joe"-at least with the
appearance Of the man who, lattered and torn, 2
for 50 many months took his daily walks in the
public lkoroughfares, unkettIe sIung at his side
and carrying in his hand stout stick TO aid him
in his locomolion; whose face was more than
halfeovered with hair; the perpateiic philosopher
cherishing contempt for that article known as
the razor, and always badly g of for soapp
His history was sealed book for long time,
and many were the inquiries concerning him
Some little light WAS however, thrown upon il, in
letter through the columns Of the National III
falhgeneer, on the 2Sth Of September last. Though
the letter was not written by himself it contained
with the exception Of several errors, facts CLEANED
from him in the course Of conversation by young
gentleman aspiring 10 literary fame, and whose
mind was tinged with romance the admixtufe
of which gave additional interest TO the narra-
tive. The habits and reflections of this man were
particularly noted, and he was represented as say
ing: 81 am indeed beggar, but that only implies
that am without friends. II is true, rough men
sometimes salute me with jeer and laugh be-
cause Of my long black beard and darkened skin,
and little boys have thrown stones at me; bnt
very many wealthy men whom know are daily
the objects Of both private and public ridicule.
Misfortune reduced me to its lowest estate and
though bear not a single feeling Of ill-will TO-
wards any human being, and dare not repine
against my Maker, have no reason to love my
fellow-men They give me bread, and thank
them for it; and can only recompense them by
setting worthy example, and enduring the life of
an honest medicant with patience and philo-
sophie fortitude."
This, no doubt, was expressive Of the views
of sold Joe." The public read the communca-
ton with interest, and gave him credit for being
a''scholar," ii not " gentleman
But he suddenly disappeared when the last
spring opened, and it was supposed that he had
persisted in his cave at Blackberry Brook, Dis
trict of Columbia" the date given TO the pub
lished letter. Nobody could find such locality
for the reason, likely, that ii did not exist, How
ever, "Old Joe" has again turned up" in Wash
ington. We saw him yesterday on Pennsylvania
avenue. He is dressed somewhat better than for
merly, but was minus his stick and tin kettle !;
and friend of ours with whom he recently con-
versed, says that he intends working on "the
avenue" as a laborer; an occupation more becom-
ing 10 him than itinerant beggar, or, rather,
ceiver Of aims, for he seldom or never imporuned
for relief
During his absence from this city, since last
spring he has visited Baltimore and other Atlantic
cities, and pursued his journey even as far as
Quebec. As the winter approaches, distinguished
beggars return 10 the metropolis, the Beau
likewise among such celebrities, after trip TO
Baltimore, in which city he was an outside orna-
ment TO Browns Hotel.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-24

HMBRELLAs, CANEs.--A large and
" varied assortment Of the richest and most
beautiful styles, just received from the manufac-
tory. Call al LANES w
Gentlemen's Furnishing Store,
Sep 20-eolw Penn. avenue, near a. q.
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y0shs. statiansrr, 6r.

NEW BOOKS at Taylor a Maury,s.--
IN Noctes AmbrosiAne, 5 vols, by the late John
The Youth Of Jefferson.
Letters Of Rachel Lady Russell
Brougham's Lives Of Eminent Statesmen, 2 vols.
Owen on the skeleton and Teeth.
Bushnans Principles OF Animal and Vegetable
Physiology
Famous Persons and Places, by N. p. Willis.
Carpenters Principles Of Comparative Physi-
oogy, new edition.
Lives of the Chief Justices Of the United States,
by G. Van Sanivourd.
Fifty Years in both IIemispheres, by Vincent
Nolte, Quriher supply)
@ KETCHEs or THE LIVES ana IN
~ dcial Services Of the Chief Justices Of the
Supreme Court Of the United States, by George
Van Santvoord.
y Famous Persons and Places, by NJ p. Willis.
Just published and for sale by
Aug 81 Corner Penn. avenue and liih st.
NEW BOOKS just received at Taylor 4
In Maury's. Newport Illustrated in series
OF Pen and Pencil Sketches, by the Editor Of the
Newport Merenyy. Chemistry of Common Life,
part 8. Bookstore near 9th street, Pennsylvania.
avenue Aug O.
"ORK, or Plenty TO DO and Hours to
wv Do II, by M. M Brewster, LIST and I'd series
rs cents. M
Gratitude, an Exposition of the l03d Psalm, by
Rev. John Stevenson, rs cents.
SIR Thomas POWELL Buxton, Bart, a study Tor
The Wife, or Mirror of Motherhood, by T
Binney, so cents.
The Friendships of the Bible, by Amicus, en-
cravings, SIS cents.
Cheerful Chapters. adapted to youth and not I'M
suited TO age, by Old Alan Gray. For sale by
GRAY IL BALLANTYNE,
ftt 7th street, near Odd Fellows Hail.
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nREss SHIRTS for Gentlemen, Youths
IL and Boys, Of all sizes, qualities, and prices.
A full stock now on hand. Those who patronize
me in this department may depend on a good 1T,
good article, and reasonable prices.
va 4sfg LANES
Genilemen's Furnishing Store,
Sep 20---eolw Penn. avenue, near Al st.
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Departure Of the French steame

NORFOLK, Sept. 23-The French steamer Chi.
mere sailed this morning for New York 10 join the
squadron now assembled there. Their crew have
entirely recovered from The fever. VI, 49,,
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DR., VAN PATTEN,
SUR q EON ID E WHIST,
Penn. avenue, between 9th and nh sts, next
Todd's Hat Store. Sep 2l-tf
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@ HAksPEARIcs SCHOLAR; hem
- historical and critical studies OF his text, char
acters, and commentators. with an examination Of
Mr.. Golfers folio Of 1892, by Richard Grant
White, A. M.
Captain Canot; or Twenty Years of an Ameri-
can SLAYER by Brsnts Mayer.
The Elements Of Agriculture; a book for Young
Farmers, by Geo. E. Waring, jr.e Il -
Preservation Of Health and Prevention OF Dis
ease, including practical suggestions on diet men.
tai development, exercise, ventilation, bathing use
of medicines, management OF the sick, &c. by b.
N. Comipgs, NJ ID. ,.la.4Ifr.. sli ,'f5 = -
Just received and for sale by
X FARNHAM