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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-01
NTAroNAL MEDICAL COLLEGE

ii
IN Washington.-The Thirty-second Annual
Course of Lectures will commence on the fourth
Monday in October, and continue until March.
Thomas Miller, M. D., Professor Of Anatomy
and Physiology.
VIM. p. Johnson M. D., Professor of Obstet
rics and Diseases of Women and Children. I. y
Joshua Riley, M. D., Professor of Materia Med
ica Therapeutics and Hygiene.
John Fred May, M. D., Professor of the Prin-
cipes and Practice Of Surgery.
Grafton Tyler, NJ. 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 H. Saunders, M. D., Prosector and De
monstrator.
The facilities for the prosecution Of practical
anatomy are ample.
Like most similar institutions in Europe, the
desks from which the regular lectures are given,
and the wards for clinical instructions are under
the same roof
The extensive additions TO the buildings since
ast session, for the accommodation of the
X, will greatly extend the usefulness of the
medical and surgical clinic.
The entire expense for q full course OF lee
lures is.. S90
Practical anatomy by the dcmonstrator.. ...... 10
Martriculating fee payable only oncc).. ...... 5
Graduating expenses. .....................2 20
Admission TO the Medical and Surgical Clinic
trough the whole course without charge.
ROBERT KING STONE, M. D.,
Dean of the Faculty.
Office and residence corner of F and 14th sts.
Sep 2l--tf HN t
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IFlHE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT

THE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT
4 Of Pianos in this city can be found al our
Music Depot, consisting OF Hallet Davis & Co.'s
superior dSoian Pianos, which for beauty of tone
are considered by all who have heard them TO be
unequalled.
Bacon & Ravens celebrated New York Pianos
Gravesbeen & Co.'s Pianos, one OF which, the
magnificent Papier Mache Piano al the Crystal
Palace, is the admiration of all who have seen and
heard il.
Schumacher g. Co.'s new Unichord Pianos,
which for durability, keeping in tune, and cheap
ness stand unrvalled. The success which has
attended their introduction here is the best guar
anty thereof.
Rosenkrantzs world-renowned German Pianos,
considered unsurpassed for sweetness oftone and
delicacy OF touch.
We are daily expecting an additional supply OF
he popular Unichord Pianos; also, per pc ket Of
Saturday from Boston, of L. Cilbert's boo aiful
Boudoir or Pccolo Pianos.
This enables persons DESTROYS of purchasing, 10
select instruments from the most varied assort-
ncnt OF Pianos offered for sale in this city, al
manufacturers prices, with warranty for each
Piano if desired.
Also several secondhand Pianos including one
Of Jonas Chickerng, which will be sold on the
most reasonable terms.
Secondhand Pianos taken in part payment for
new ones.
The most complete assortment of Music and
Musical Instruments constantly on hand.
fHILBUS & HITZ, Penn avenue.
Jan 22--tf (m)
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~ ELECT CLASSICAL and Mathematical 4
~ ScHooL@-The subscriber has removed his
Scnool 10 College Hill, where a commodous build
ing is being fitted up for its reception.
As the Preparatory Department Of the Column
bian College, il viii continue 10 preserve the char
acter of a strictly select school, designed for lay.
ing the foundation of thorough English, Class-
CAL and Mathematical education. The next ses-
sion will commence on the 18th of September, and
close on the last of June.
Terms: Sl2 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 10 receive instruction in French and other
Modern Languages by the Professor in that de-
partment.
Pupils may be boarded at the College, under the
special and superintendent Of the Principal.
The necessary expenses Of full boarding student
will be about $3.50 per academic year, and Of a
weekly boarder will not exceed $3.50.
GEORGE 8. BACON, Principal.
Refers TO the Faculty Of the Columbian College !;
Col. J. L. Edwards, Col. Peter Force, VIM. Cum
ton, Esq; L. d. Gale, M. d., of the Patent Office;
Joseph Wilson, Esq, Of the Land Office; and Pro
lessor c. C.Jewett, Of the Smithsonian Institute.
Sep2i-tf
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GENCY AT WAsHINGToN.-To

N Claimants.-FRANCIS A. DICKINS con-
linues 10 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 properly 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
hali-pay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
vices, whether for commutation, halfpay, or
bounty lands Also claims for extra and back pay,
&C., of soldiers, sailors and marines; well those
against the Stale ofVirginia, the United States;
all claims, growing out of contracts with the gov
eminent, for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct Of the government; and, in
iced, any business before Congress hepublic Of
ces 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
Of the service.
Mr. A. Dickins is known TO most of Those who
have been in Congress within the last few years,
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. st
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 2S-1yd (m)
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VTIRGINIA.-At Circuit Court held for
v the city of Petersburg, at the courthouse
thereof on Saturday, the 10Th day Of June, A. d,
1854:
Commonwealth of Virgins, Plaintiff
Against
Francis Pace, executor OF Jones Mitchell, de-
ceased VIM. Jackson, Coy Quavis, David Scott,
James M. Otter, George Taylor, Thomas McKen-
sey, Thomas Jarralt, John Updike, and Peter Val
enline trustees of the Gilfeld Churk, defendants.
On the motion of the plaintiff, and for reasons
appearing 10 the court, il is ordered that all per-
sons claiming an interest in the estate Of Jones
Mitchell deceased, free negro, laie of the city
of Petersburg in the State Of Virginia, do appear
before the judge of the circuit court Of the city
aforesaid, on the first day ofthe next term thereof
then and there to attend to their interest in this
suit and that copy Of the above order be pub
lished for three months in some newspaper Of the
cities Of Richmond and Washington respectively.
The object of this suit is TO recover the estate,
consisting OF two houses and lots and personal
estate also the proceeds of properly Of Jones
Mitchell. deceased, said properly being direlect,
he having died without known hears-at-law.
A Copy-Teste. 8
July 2--3m THAD. PAGAUD, d. O.
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TNOR LEAsE.-The National Theatre In

TSoR LEAsE.-The National Theatre In
IL the city Of Washington, for the ensuing sea-
son, or for term Of years. The National Theatre
is one Of the largest in the world, and yet every
mertorious attraction can fill IT.
With the alterations and improvements con
templated, it will he in every respect desirable
establishment.
II a suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accede 10 the following arrange
ment.
The entire receipts to be distributed thus: The
current expenses the salaries Of the members;
the rent. An surplus TO be divided among the
members of the company, in the proportion OF
their respective salaries. The Proprietor would
have no 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
cned 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 with
be known to tile Proprietor alone, who will no;
feel himself at liberty TO reveal the name OF any
party addressing him on this subject.
All COMMUNICATIONS prepaid, and addressed
"to the Proprietor of the National Theatre, box
242, Washington city, ID. c.
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NEW YORK, May 2, IS53-The UNDER
IN signed has this day opened an office, No AZ
William street, merchants Exchange0 for the
transaction of general brokerage business.
Bank, insurance. mining, railroad, government,
State, and city securities bought and sold.
Promissory notes, bills of exchange, and loans
negotiated.
Sep Gift EMANUEL ID. HAhI.
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GnEAr ACCOMMODATIONS.

Connection beicee, tie ORANGE and Alexandria
Raa,ood from Washington.
A L the urgent solicitation OF number of per-
IN sons, will, on aud after Monday July 8
start an extra omnibus from Washington every
morning at 81 O'clock, calling at all the Hotels and
at the residences OF persons who may leave their
order the night previous at i, w. Halls, near %
ST., or at w. Lepreux's corner of 10Th street and
PENNSYLVANIA avenue. Travellers will thus avoid
The trouble and inconvenience Of changng some
three or four times, at uniform rate OF charges
Passage 20 cents trunks 25 cents; no charge fo
a Valise or carpet-bsg.
Another coach viii leave the depot on the arri
val Of the early train, and arrive at Alexandra
ahead Of every other line.
July Elm HUGH LATHAM.
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IlURNITURE.-A Good and Large As

ID sortment of Centre Card, Work Side, and
Extension Dining Tables, of every description,
and superior quality. Sofas Tete-a-tetes, Divansi
Easy Rocking and Parlor Chairs of every descrip-
tion Secretaries and Bureaus, Desks and Bu-
reaus. LOOKING GLASSES OF EVERY DE
SCRIPTION. Mattresses, Cured Hair, Hail
Seatngs, Sofa and Chair Springs, with numerous
other articles suitable for housekeepers, which
will be sold at less prices than can be purchased
elsewhere. WIGHT " CROSBY,
Louisiana avenue, opposite the Bank of Wash
ington, near the corner of 7th street.
Notice the Bedstead sign. May N-Sm
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lXTA TATCHEsl wATCHEs!-J. Y. savage

wv No. 80 Fulton street, New York, has an ex-
tensive assortment of fine Watches, consisting OF
Il. F. Coopnrs Duplex, M. J. Tobias & Cos, r.
az G. Beesley's Joseph Johnson IS Church street,
Liverpool, &c, &c, varying in price from SIS or
$780, Gold Lepines, four holes jewelled, $25
Detached Levers, thirteen jewels, $50; superior
full Jewelled English Gold Levers from $50 10 $50.
The whole of the above watches are carefully Sc
lected by myself, and being put up under my own
inspection, can warrant perfect time-keepers.
Gold Pens, Of my own make, of superior work
manship warranted to retain their points, for 81,
So and $4. Pens without cases, rs cents, 81 so,
So ana So Sent TO all parts of the country free OF
postage. Old pens re-pointed and made equal to
new for 80 cents. t Dec l7-lv
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS. r
\ T. STEER, MERCHANT TAILOR

is now opening another supply Of choice
SPRING and SUMMER GOODS, to which he
invites the attention of Members of Congress,
Strangers and Citizens.
The stock IS large and very complete, embrac-
ing almost every variety of Gentlemen's Goods,
usually kept by Merchant Tailors.
We solicit an inspection by the public OF our
goods, workmanship, and prices.
Nod, Washington Place, Seventh street.
Nav 24-3tif
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d a ODERN LANGUAGES,-D. e. Gro

lH1 native of France, teacner of Modern Ian
guagcs, especially French, Spanish, and German.
Translations made with correctness and punctu-
aliiy. Professor Of Numesmatics, for the classif-
alton and explanation of medals and coins
Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between 9th
and 7th streets, opposite Browns Hotel.
Furnished Rooms TO rent at that place.
Ga,> tf
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ID w. BROWNING, Merchant Tailor

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 well-selected 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 will
enable him to offer them TO the public on such
terms as will give entire satisfaction 10 the pur-
chasers, and, in view of increasing his business
he has purchased an unusual large stock of goods,
sach as will defy competition for their beauty
style, and cheapness.
An he asks is a call before You purchase else
where, and he will convince you that you will
save your money by so doing. A suit of othes
can be made up in the most elegant style at twelve
hours notice.
Superior Ready-made Clothing.
have on hand 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 al much less
price than work made to order.
NIB. Sole agent for Scott's report of Fashions
or the District.
Oct. 15-6m. (m)
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SlisfflIanegns.
rVNo SENATOR'S AND MEMBERS OF
II tha nouoa Of Renresent tiyes.--A gentle

the House of Representatiyes.Age 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 to devote them 10 the service
of any gentleman having writing TO do, either LOT
the press or of any other description. Desiring
some mode of employing those hours until the ad-
ournment Of the present session of Congress, he
is perfectly Indifferent as to the character OF the
writing he may be required 10 perform and will
perform il upon the most reasonable terms. Com
munications addressed TO T. b. T., al Mrs. Wards,
corner of Al street and Missouri avenue, will meet
with prompt attention. References of the highest
order. &N+ L, Feb I'll
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.

n ]. STEER, Merchant Tailor, is now open
il I. ing another supply of choice SPRING and
SUMMER GOODS, 10 which he invites the at.
tention of Members of Congress, strangers, and
citizens. 1eE sass
The stock is large and very complete, embracing
almost every variety ofGentleman's Goods usually
kept by Merchant Taors GF
We solicit an inspection by the public OF our
goods, workmanship, and prices.
mr. No. Washington Place, Seventh street
I. Mau 1d-2iif
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TARPERS GAZETTEER OF THE
Ill World, No. /, TO be completed in ten num-
bers.
Wilkinson's Ancient Egyptians, illustrated with
500 wood cuts, two volumes
Leather Stocking and Silk, a story ofthe Valley
Of Virginia.
Footprints Of Famous Men, designed as Incitc.
ments TO Intellectual Industry alone, Qurthcr sup
ply just received)
Lady Bulwer's Behind the Scenes
Atherton, by Miss Milford On sale at
TAYLOR & MAURY'S Bookstore,
July IL near 9th street.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-09-01

Do, and dealer in Wines and Liquors, has just
received, from his agent in Havana, 100000
Washington Club" "Prefata," and SCI Sigo XIX"
Cigars to which he respectfully invites the atten-
ton OF dealers and others. jan 31--tf.
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VNAKE MOTTO E.--Housekeepers and
others are reminded that the following 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 assori-
ment and supply always on hand:
Oils Of all kinds. Queensware, -
Paints, Brushes,
Camphiue, Clocks,
Varnish, Lamps,
Turpentine, Chandeliers,
Window Glass, Girondoles,
China, Vases.
Earthenware, Britannia ware,
Glass, &c, &c, &c.
Goods sent to any part of the city free OF
charge. Country dealers will do well TO call.
o. S. WHIT bESEY,
7th street,
Opposite Selden &c Withers's Bank.
Mar i6 (Star)
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Mrs. COwDEN CLARKE'S new Novel.
Nl The Iron Cousin, or Mutual Influence, by
Mary Cowden Clarke author Of The Complete
Concordance to Shakespeare"
Tegg's Dictionary OF Chronology.
Lectures on the True, the Beautiful, and the
Good, by M. N. Cousin; increased by an Appendix
on French Art; translated by o. w. Wight.
TAYLOR & MAURY'S
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AGENCY.-The undersigned

w most respectfully informs, by this notice, his
friends and the public in general, here and ese-
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 Congress; procure pensions, bounty
lands, extra pay, and arrearage pay, and viii al
tend 10 the buying and selling Of real estate the
renting Of houses, and general collecting bust
with such information as they may desire from
the seat of government. Charges will be mode
sate Office, at present, will be NJ near 18th
rtreet. ag
REFERENCES.
Hon. j. c. Dobbn Seeretary of the Nary.
Hon. J. Davis, Secretary Of War. .s,e,
N Calan, caI., President Of tile Board Of Com
mon CORhcH
Gen. John nj. AlcC Gala, Attorney at LaE.
James ii. Caustn, esq.
w. G. Reddall, State Department.
SAMUEL @. TAYLOR.
Jan I7-tf
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MisfeLlanEgna
GENuINE HEIDsrECK 8 co. CHA

ENUINE HEIDSIECK 81 co. CHAM
NJ pagne.-Tho subscribers having been APP
upoited by Messrs. Heldsieck IL Co. TO succeed
Mr.. Charles Enger heretofore sole agent in the
in the United States for the sale of their Wines,
who this day retires from business, respectfully
call the attention of the public to the subJoined
card.
The Messrs HeidsIeck 81 Co., as set forth there
in Justly claim to be alone enabled TO send TO this
country the genuine Heidsieck a Co. Champagne,
under the same name and style as originally intro
duced into this market, now nearly thirty years
ago, they being sole proprietors OF all the identica
vineyards, cellars, &c, which the founders and
orignators of this celebrated brand had owned.
Such being the fact, we need not dwell upon the
superior quality of their Wines, the reputation Of
the same among the American public being already
Identified with unsurpassed excellence,
We beg particularly to notice that their brand
still bears the same name Of Heidsieck 6L Co., in
iul by which il first became so favorably known,
being thereby easily distinguished from other sini-
lar marks which have since appeared.
NEW YORK, January ], 1854.
CRAMER & ABEGG,
Successor to Charles Engler,
and sole importers in the United States.
STANISLAUS MURRAY is our sub-agent for
Washington and Georgetown, d. O., and Alex
andria, Va
firm Heidseck 81 Co., in 1884, the senior partner,
who had the sole charge of its liquidation, con-
tnued the business, retaining exclusive possession
of the vineyards, vaults, &c, which the origina
partnership had enjoyed.
Our new firm are his immediate successors and
sole proprietors Of this well-known brand.
In order TO distinguish the same from limitations
and marks similar to own, which have ap-
peared and may hereafter appear in this market,
ths name Of our firm in full will be found on the
labels and around the corks. F#
RHEIMS, March s. 1896 4
Feb S--d2m HEIDSIECk W CO. M
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ZINC PAINTS.--The Subscribers having
II been appointedagents Of the New Jersey Zinc
Company for the sale OF their superior Paints, are
prepared TO execute orders for any description, de-
iivered in Baltimore at the company's prices, and
on the same liberal terms.
The White Paint is warranted pure and is un.
surpassed by any other article in use. II is sold
either dry or ground in oil.
The Brown Zinc is made only from the New
Jersey Zinc Ores, and is extensively used as a
protection to iron other metallic surfaces. II is
a cheap and economical paint.
The Brown Stone Colors unequalled as dura
bic covering for Cottages, Depots, Bridges, @c.
The consumption Of it is very large, and it has
given entire satisfaction.
All the paints manufacturedby by the company are
of the highest some important improve
ments having recently been discovered and ap,
piled in their preparations and they are warranted
to keep soft and fresh in the kegs, any reasonable
length of time. In this respect, they are superior
TO any others in market.
JOHN SULLIVAN & SONS, Agents,
Apr 7--d3m No. 2, Camden ST., Baltimore.
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ETw, NEW YORK, MONTREAL AND

r-r M, NEW YORK, MONTREAL AND
ktsAH Ogdcnsburg NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. and
freight iine--Via New Haven, Springfield Bel
lows Falls, Rutland, Burliugon, Windsor, White
River Wells River ST. Johnsbury, Montpelier,
ST Albans and R1uses Point. Ticket Office
New Haven Railroad, corner Broadway and Ca
nal, and Goth street ahd 4th avenue. Express
trains 8 q. m. and p. m. Baggage checked
through. Freight by the New Haven steamers,
Peck slip. every day before 3p m. Merchandise
in bond will receive prompt attention.
FRANCIS HYDE,
july g. Agent 152 South ST.
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SIGN OF THE SHIRT.
A HOUSE, AND FURNITURE FOR

~ RENT, within FIVE minutes walk ofihe Capi.
tol, well located, wei furnished, and terms mod
crate Apply 10 J. g. McGnire, auctioneer; or f.
N. Straiton, auctioneer; or the Office of the Wasa
ington .Sea,iRsL June 3-d,f
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r O. HOOD HAS JUST RETURNED

+" o. HOOD HAS JUST RETURNED
Ill. from New York with a good assortment
OF Jewelry, fine London and Geneva Watches +;
also some of those celebrated American Watches;
all OF which he offers for sale at the lowest New
York city prices and much cheaper than any other
dealer in this city or vicinity will sell the same
quantity of goods. P.ease call at the sign Of the
large Spread Eagle, Pennsylvania avenue, between
al and 9th streets.
N. b. Fine Watches and Jewelry carefully re.
paired, and warranted to give satisfaction.
June ls ii. o. HOOD.
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UMMER hats, or WHITE AND
- drab Beaver--white, drab, and black Feh
Also, large supply of Straw Hats of all colors
for men. boys, and children And in order TO re-
ducc my large STOCK shall from this day offer
,bop, at reduced prices LANES
Hat, Cap, and Gents Furnishing Store,
June ls-dlmif Penn. ave-, near ~ street.