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The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-12-13
By DAVENPORT. ALLEN { CO.

By DAVENPORT. ALLEN 4 CO.
GROCERIES, &c, AT AUCTION.-On
~ THURSDAY, 18th Decem'r, we will sell at 10
at our auction store, IN assortment of Groce-
ries, viz: 800
Lsguayra and Java COFFEE
MOLASSES, in hhds. and bbls
Green and Black TEAS
SOAP and CANDLES
TOBACCO; W,spgi9g PAPER
2.s -: md 9 e Csc. SUGARS
Crushed and Powdered do
WINDOW GLASS
French BRANDY, kc DO
TERMs-AH sums under leo dollars cash; over that
amount, months credit for approved paper.
de DAVENPORT. ALLEN Co, Aucts.
VALUABLE PROPERTY IN NAN
CHESTER FOR sALE.-Will be offered for
sale, ON the premises, on MONDAY, the 18th inst,
at O'Clock NJ. the Real Estate Of josiah Hobson,
decd in tho town Of Manchester, combating of lots
le9 1885, part Of TO- and perhaps Of 1884, except the
buildings and other rights acquired BY the late Judge
Stanard at sale made for the benefit of the Mutual
Assurance Society in 1888.
The property less short distance South-East from
the Methodist church, and affords valuable situations
for building, being retired and still convenient
to the business part of the town, and to Richmond
The property win be divided to snit purchasers =
The ten ms viii be one-fourth cash; the residue in
equal instaments Of A. 8 and u m3nths with inter-
est from the date, secured By negotiable notes and
Person. wishing further information. are referred
to r. W. Flournoy, or Flournoy 4 Poindexter. Of
JNO. G. HOBsON,
Mrs. JOSIAH HOBSoN,
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The Chicago Bank defalcaiion is variously stated
at from S35900 to $4,000 The defaulting teller
was connected with the firm of George Smith &,
Co, but spent the stolen money in gambling
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MORE SWINDLING.

NEW YORK, Dec. 1.-Two men and three wo.
men have been arrested here as accomplices in
swiadliog the Ohio Life and Trust Company,
whose Office is located in this city.
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BUFFALO, Dec The steam propeller Niagara
bound from this port for Chicago, with full cargo
of merchandise sunk in shoal water In the Pressure
Isle Harbor and is frozen with three feet water In
her hold.
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DEATH OF A SEA CApTAIN.-Capt. John Riley
of the fchr. Ellen, ofIRchmond, Va, died of choers
at New Orleans on the 4th instant
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HEAVY RoBBERY.-The jewelry store of Thomas
Palmer, at Apalachicoa, Fla, was entered recently
and robbed of watches to the amount of $1,000.
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MORTALITY OF BALTrMoRE.-There were Sc in
terments in Baltimore during the week endinl
Monday morning last.
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Mr.. Cueta, the Spanish Minister, is rapidly re-
covering from the injuries sustained by being
thrown from his carriage
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HEAVY FALURE.

BosToN. Dec. I1.-Messrs. J. w. Blodgett Co.,
dry goods Dealers have failed Their liabilities 1t
is said amount to $4,000 0OO
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CHARGE OF FALSE PRErENCEs.

LOUISVILLE. Dec la man named Rosenthal
residing here. charged with obtaining goods to the
amount of 100000 at Philadelphia, by false pre-
fences, was arrested to-day on requsiiion from
the Governor of Pennsylvania
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-12-13

The President has appointed Henry A. Ford to
be commercial agent at Gaboon, in Lower Guinea.
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BY THOMAS w. KEEsEE.
(Ottce at Geo. ]. Summers, No 90 Pearl Il.
VALUABLE HOUS Ell OLD AND
KITCHEN FURNITURE. HORSE, COWS.
CART AND HARNESS, AT AUCTION.--Will be
mencing at 10 o'clock. at the residence OF M T. T.
Cary, on 18th street. between Broad and Marshall sta
who is declining housekeeping. all of his Household
number of Feather Beds; Chamber, Parlor and bi.
ming Room Furniture; Cooking Stove, &c.
ALSO very fine large bay Work Horse.
Cart and Harness.
s. B. CARY, by
g. HATNE8, Trustee.
Sale conducted by Tho w. KEEsEE, Auct.
GHk Will be added to the above
-22@z- sale, one Carriage and Harness, with
pole and shafts-allin good order. having been bat
little used. THO. w. KEESEE,
de Aucfionenr
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CALEOFCORN, OATS, HAY. STRAW,

GALE OF CORN, OATS, HAY, STRAW,
~ SHUCKS, FODDER, FLOODED STOCK,
MULES, kc.-Will be sold on WEDNESDAY, the
18th day of December 1854 commencing at IL O'Clock,
at the Farm of Mr.. Edward r. Chamberlayne, about
miles above Richmond, near the Yellow Tavern,
all his surplus crops consisting of Corn, Oats Hay
Straw, Shucks Fodder, &c.
And on the FRIDAY following, viz: the 18th De-
cember 1854, commencing at II O'clock, at the Farm
of Mrs. DR.. Chamberlsyne, about miles above
Richmond, near Brook Turnpike. blooded mare and
her colt BY Tally Ho; fine work mare, and her colt
blade fodder; 16 large stacks straw, &c.
TERMs.-AH sums under $50 cash over that
amount, months credit for approved endorsed me-
gotiable paper. GODDIN Il APPERSON,
de 6 Aucts.
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BY ELIAS HALE, No. log Main Street.
~ EDICAL LIBRARY AT AUCTION.
N1-On THURSDAY, I4th instant ct 10 O'Clock,
A. NJ the valuable Medical Library Of the late DR..
y. w. Chamberayne. BY catalogue Those wishing
10 contribute Medical Books for this ssie win please
do 90 at once in order to put them in the catalogue.
dc cit
ADDITIONAL. a
AI.SO-Will be added, the MEDICAL LIBRARY
of the late DE- R0ystsr of Powhstar- The sale will
present good opportunity for Medical Students and
Pbysicans to sdd TO their Library, - the quantity
embraces near 1000 volumes Of standard Works.
The Catalogues will be resdy and eooks for exami.
dc l2-St Z. HALE.
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GALE OF VALUABLE NEGROES

- AND TOBACCO FLATTENING MILLS AT
AUCTION.-As Trustee in Deed from Col Samuel
s. Myers, dated 18th November. 1853. duly recorded
in Richmond Hustngs Court, in Deed Book No. g.
page 40, shall in further execution of the said
ESQ the endorser thereby secured. proceed to sell
at public Auction, at the upper Tobacco Factory for
nery occupied by Col ayers situated 7th It., be-
tween Gary and Canal sts, on FRIDAY. the 18th day
of December, 1858. commencing At ii O'clock Ia va
liable slaves, the most of whom excellent Fac
After which will be sold several very superior Flat
tenng Mills nearly new and in good order.
TERMs-Cash, or satisfactory endorsed negotiable
W. GODDIN. Trustee.
Sale conducted BY GoDDIS l. APPERsoN, Aucts.
dc
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HORSES, MULES, COWS, FARM
IL ING UTENSILS, CORN, HAY. STRAW,
DAY. 18th January. commencing at II o'clock. if fair.
if not the next fair day. at my residence the Old
Coal Pit road, five miles above Richmond, shall sell
at auction all my stock consisting of Horses, Mule
fine Mich Cows, Farming Utensils, Household and
Kitchen Furniture; together with all my Com, Hay,
Oats Straw. Fodder, &c, &C. Terms at sale.
de lS-lt* SAML PHILIPS.
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BY LARUS L. SHINE.

ON next THURSDAY MORNING, the
~ 18th inst will sell at public Auction. at our
Store large collection Of HOUSE FURNITURE.
and embracing in part Sofas; Cabinets; 10 dozen
Maple Cane Chairs; Desks: Bedstesds; Beds; Mat
tresses; Fire Irons; Looking Glasses, &c.
de Is LARUS SHINE. Aucis.
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PROCEEDINGS OF CONGREyS


WASHINGTON, Dec la-Iuthe Senate Mr.
Jones of Tennessee gave notice Of q bill ex
pending for three years the time for the col.
lection OF duties on railroad iron imported
by railroad companies
Mr.. Stewards joint resolution, providing
for the election of captains ofdifierent denom-
nations by the two Houses, was taken up
Mir Dodge of Iowa moved to strike cut the
words different denominations. He look
ed upon the Introduction of these words as a
blow at the present Chaplain of the Senate,
because of his sentiments on question
which has divided the Methodist Church into
two denominations. North and South The
House had elected a Methodist, and to re.
quire the Senate to elect man of different
denomination, would displace the present
Chaplain.
Mr.. Seward denied any such intention;
but Mr. Dodge's motion was carried, and the
Rev. Mr.. Slicer was reelected.
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ENVIABLE ANB RE1ILY YAII
HY ALfX. MOI

TRUSTEE SALE OF STOCK or
4 GROCERIE0.--Wnn BE- sid on WEDNEo.
DAY, 18th instant Ct the stofs corner 81 l5sh 0na
Aar.haH streets the sntrs stock ef The naiA ofogo
soneistiLg Of Deeon, Sugar, Coles, ke- 49, ems
By order Of JOIN AL1RHT. Irw1es.
Terms-cash.
Sale conducted BY ALEX. Horr. Ascs,sssss.
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TELEGRAPHIC NEWe,
Destructive Fire In rhiladelphia
IMMENsE Loss OF PROPERTY.

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. IA terrible con
hseration occurred in this city last night
Cornelins's Ave stores, the lamp and gas az
ture factory, together with number Of dwell
lings. situated at the corner of eth and Cher.
~ streets, were entirely destroyed. The fac
tory and stock was valued at 5000, 900. By
this calamity, four hundred workmen are
turned out of employment and fffy families
rendered houseless.
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BY ELIAS HALE, No. los Main Ct
Auction and C0mmissaon MorohAnk
ON THIS EVENING, and every eve
~ ming through tbs week, commencing It o'elk,
shall offer ct aaction large and deaEsble stock Of
Dry Goods gastabls for the season. eoustne In past
a. follows. viz: E-i-51s-sE
Cloths, Cassimeressnd Vestines 49,
BIeached and Brown Domestic Linssys
Blankets. Table Cloths. Hosiery. Gloves, Hdk6,
Mouselines ,Csmbrics, kc.
The above Goods are new and perfect
ALSO,
Will be added stock from eountrY stono. sm.
bracing general assortms Mt.
ALSO-An invoice Of Whips Canea Trunks and
Umbrellas; from the mannfactuielsto be sold with.
out reserve. 7s-s
ALsO-A large assortment Of Gold and Silver
Watches, Jewelry, Fancy Boxes Deeka CombA Dat
tons Thread. Pins, Needles Soaps Rerfpmery. PA
ted Ware, Glasswars-together with gsnsI0 ~
sorfmenf Of Goods to be sold In quantities. to snis
purchasers.
Great bargains may be expected.
Sale positive and every article warranted - rspse.
ssnted.
a. Consignments Of various description of Msr-
chandize solicited for my auetioa sslss. Charge
reasonable, and sales settled promptly,
ELIAS HALE. Auef,
t. No. 106 NAiu e
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BY ALEX. MOTT.

HORSES HORSES!-Willb be sold on
Ii SATURDAY, 10th inst. at 10 O'Clock, at the
horse lot, eleven Horses, amongst which will be
found some young Work and Saddle Horses.
ALSO-At the same time and place, one Furniture
Wagon. nearly new, and two splendid NJ Ia TIC q
HORSES.
Sale ,etive. Terms cash.
de Is ALEX MOTT, Auct.
GALE OF MULES, COWS, HOGS, &c.
~ shall sell, on TUESDAY, the 18th of the pres
emit month, at my residence near Buchanan Spring,
or fine Mules young and well broke; twenty odd
head of Cattle. many Of which are ofmproved stock
Most of the Cows fresh to the pail; some of them
have young calves by their side. Also large mum.
Der Of Hogs among which several brood Sows, Of
improved stock, with young pigs
TERMs-Al sums under $50 cash; over that amount
credit of four months will be given. for satisfactC
rily endorsed ne gotisble notes, interest added
Sale to commence at 10 o'clock A. Nj.
de IS-dts QUINTAIN RLAIN.
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BY THOMAS, w. KEESEE.
(Ofice at Geo. ]. Summers, No. 90 Pearl ~

W M ENCH. AuCEr.
Petersburg, Va de tide
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"ANTED-A CARRIAGE DRIVER
W for private family. Apply at this Office.
de- list
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26

BosToS, jan. 25,-The steamer Niagara, from
Halifax, arrived here this morning She passed
the Asia on the 8th, and saw the Canada (no date)
100 miles east of Cape Race.
The custom-house officers were on the alert on
her arrival. No persons Were allowed TO board
her, and the trunks OF her passengers underwent
the strictest search. The recent smuggling de-
velopments occasioned those unusual proceedings
Latest News. Isl
vienna, Jan. 5--Constantinople dispatches o.
the 26th state that Mr.. Marsh, the United State,
minister, had taken his farewell ofthe sultan.
The troops in the garrison at Constantinople had
been confined 10 their barracks, and reinforce
ments called in from the neighborhood. Strong
patrols were posted to prevent tunultuous assem-
blages in the streets.
Dates from New South Wales to October IS
bring nothing OF moment. A ship had arrived al
Plymouth, from Meburne, with nearly 81 $50, ,000
in gold. The Melbourne market was badly sup
piled and business dull, but a reaction was ex-
pected. The great demand for labor had increased
wages. Gold at Geelong had fallen to f3 l6s. 3D.,
and al Melbourne TO 76s.
Accounts from Madrid state that preparations
are making 10 deihrone the queen, and place the
Duke de Elba on the throne in her stead, who will
cultivate more friendly attitude towards France.
This, however, appears like an idle rumor.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
California gntsIligente.
Arrival Of the steamer Northern Light.

The steamship Northern Light, Capt. Churchill,
from San Juan, January Is, with news from San
Francisco 10 December 81 arrived at New York
on the 9th, at O'Clock a m., with 3l3 passen-
gers and $3.50, 900 on freight
The Northern Light brings The passengers and
specie through from San Francisco TO New York
in % days and 10 hours from San Juan, s days
and 10 hours.
The transit Of the passengers and specie across
the Isthmus occupied 3S hours.
On the Goth January the Northern Light saw a
brig on the Florida reef, and wrecker working
down TO her. She took in tow the schooner Sarah
Ann, Of Bremen, Maine, leaking and disabled
and finally compelled TO take oil the crew
and abandon her.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
MARRIED.,

On Sunday evening last by the Rev. Dr. BuTIRR, Mr..
LEVI PUMPHREY TO Mrs ELLEN sWEETING, all of
this city.
On the Goth instant, by the Rev. JAS IT. BROWN Mr. JAS
D. ENR0uGHTY to Miss HENRIETTA 9. HARDAWAY,
both OF Virginia
In New York, tho 10th instant Mt the residence of
Dr. BERN w. BuDD by the Rev THOMAS GAILAupET, JOHN
G. HUNTER Purser of the United States Navy to SOPHIA,
daughter of the late Rev THOMAS H. GALLAUDEr L. d. of
Hartford, Connecticut.
On the I'D instant in Trinity Church. Georgetown, by
the Rev. J. T. PAILHuBrR, j. C. BERRY, Esq of Howard
county Maryland TO Miss SUSAN CLOUD, of Georgetown.
On The 9th instant by the Rev. j. NJ. p ATKINSON, Mr.
THOMAS w. THOMPSON, OF South Carolina, 10 Miss
FANNIE G., daughter Of the late Jons W. r. Comm,
Virginia. Ta
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
Miss =. Iogan.-This gifted young lady, whose

Miss f. I.ogan.-This gifted young lady, whose
engagement at the theatre has given such univer-
sal satisfaction to all who have her, appeared
Friday night last in the character of Bianca,"
in the Rev. Mr.. Milman's thrilling tragedy of
"Fazio or the Italian Wife," and with the most
unbounded success. AT no time have we seen
an audience so completely cnraptured with any
personaiion upon the boards as in this instance;
nor do we believe the Blanca ofthe authors imagi-
nation was ever more truly portrayed. Gentle, as
the devoted wife; frenzied 10 Madness on learning
that Fazo was on intimate terms with the design
ing Aldabeila quick and impulsiye, when seeking
her revenge by accusing her lord Of murder before
the duke earnest in her entreaies for his life to be
spared; and penilent, heart-broken, and cast down
when resigning her offspring 10 the guidance Of
another before ending lifes journey, the actress
seemed TO have been forgotten, while the impul-
sive, jealous, but devoted Italian wife, all that
the observer seemed to behold before him. Asa
reader Miss l.. is fauliless, while her walk and
gestures are both easy and natural As "Juliana"
In the Honey Moon" she was decidedly good.
On Saturday night, Miss Logan appeared as
" "Lucrezia Borgia," and we do not hesitate 10 say
that we have never seen the character so admi-
qures no ordinary talent TO do il full and ample
justice, combining, as il does, all the passions Of
the human heart--prdc, hatred, love, forgiveness
and revenge. Each of these Miss Logan made
most natural; but, when about making the final
denouement, when disclosing 10 -Gennaron the
startling fact that he too was Borga," and she
his long-lost parent; when finding that he had
partaken Of the fatal poison, and when stabbed to
the death by her own child she could not have
gay- Miss Logan will make her appearance on
the stage ofthe Variete on Monday next, the Both
instant.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26

nm Mexx0graph Likenesses.--This new art OF
portrait taking, lately introduced by Mr. whtehurst is
knowcdged by all 10 surpass anything yet offered TO the
public substitute for ivory miniatures IL purely
American invention, and should be patronxed by all
patrons of the fine arts While Il possesses a the truth
fulness Of the daguerreoypo the cearncs Of the finest
steel engraving and surpasses when coorcd the ivory
miniature in the imitation Of nature, and IL quite dura
BILE, at much less expense. "
Mr.. Whehurst has some beautiful specimens ON exhi
btion mt his gallery In this city, and Is furnishing them,
uncoore nj about the cost Of the finest aguerreoypos
Though the chief cxcellency Of this II the facility with
which they can be multiplied many hundreds thou
rectnes Of tho original.
Dec A-dn 1m) "Ua *
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
GAZETTEER oFTHE NITEI

NJ Slates.--A new and complete Gazetteer of
the. United States, giving full and comprehen-
sive view of the present condition, industry, and
resources of the American Conlederacy, embrac-
ing also important typographical and historical in
formation from recent and original resources to-
gether with the results Of the census of 1850, and
population and statistics in many cases TO 1853,
by Thomas Baldwin and ]. Thomas, ID. d.
N. B.-This work contains at least ten thousand
names OF places not found in any other book OF
the kind and presents large amount Of new and
valuable matter unattainable in any other source.
This new matter is all of a recent character, and
in many instances embraces statistics and popula-
ton 10 1853 obtained since the census was taken.
This gives il inestimable value over every other
work Of the kind in existence. Just received and
for sale at r. FARNHAM'S,
Corner Of | lth street and Pennsylvania avenue.
Jan 25-if #g
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
MisftIIanagns

rIyHE RICHEST GIFTS OF THE SEA-
IL son.-The subscriber has been appointed
Agent for the sale OF Jollie's edition of Julliens
Music, price only one dollar. Among the sub
scribers will be distributed
ONE HUNDRED PIANO FORTES.
Each subscriber is entitled 10 copy Of the
work, and has an equal share in the distribation
of the Pianos I
CONTENTS THE BOOK.
The American Quadrille.
The Crystal Fountain Gallop.
The Prima Donna Valse.
Forget Me Not Song.
The Atlantic Galop.
The California Quadrlle.
The Great Exhibition Quadrille.
The Target Galop
The English Quadrille.
Paul and Virginia, Song
Pietro lie Grand Quadrile.
Echo dn Mont Blanc.
Portrait Of Julien, Illuminated frontispiece and
elegant title page.
@sss- Five dollars worth Of music for only one
dollar. 4g,
Subscribers certificates issued at the store Of
w. G. ZANTZINGER,
Stationers Hall, next doorto the Irving Hotel,
Pennsylvania avenue, corner 18th street.
Jan l9-Gtif
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26

The best Article ever used, as hundreds can
testify in this city and surrounding country. Read
GlLMAN'S LIQUID HAIR DYE instaataneonsly
changes the hair TO brilliant jet Black or glossy
Brorn, which ls perpianent-does not stain or in
any way njure the skin. No article ever vet in
vented which will compare with it. We would
advise all who have gray hairs to buy it, for il
never fails.- Boston Post.
For sale by z. d. GILMAN, Chemist,
hN A Washington Gin
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
DLAC WOOD,S MAGAZINE FOR
Id January, for sale at tSHILLINGTONS Book

DLACk OOD'S MAGAZINE FOR
ID January, for sale at tSHILLlNGTON'S Book.
store.
Autobiography of an Actress, by Mrs Mowait.
Gnny Lockwood, by Catharine Crow.
Hot Corn, by Solon Robinson.
Count Chrstoval, or Sequel TO Lord Saxon
dale, complete, by Reynolds.
Annie Vincent, by the author OF Twin Sisters.
The Wheel OF Fortune, by Ned Buntline.
Venetia, by DIsraeli.
Ladies' National Magazine for February.
Greely's Wing Almanac for 1854.
Yankee Notions for February. +a
Christmas Household Words, by Dickens
Agent for the sale Of Blackwood's celebrated
Ink.
Every thing in the Book and Stationery line for
sale at JOE SHILLINGTON'S,
Bookstore corner of "A street and Pennsylva-
MIA avenue, Odeon Building.
Jan 24-3tifx (Star)
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26

As- Special NOtfce.--HENRY'S INvIGORATINa
CoRDIAL-The merits Of this purely vegetable extract
for tho removal and cure Of physical protraton genital
another column OF this paper which the reader IL re-
ferred 81 per bottle bottles for So six bottles for as
Sl6 per DOZEN Observe the marks OF the genuine.
Prepared only by s. r.. COHEN, No. Q Franklin Row,
Vino street, below Eighth Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
For sale by all respectable druggists and merchants
throughout the country, and by
w. II. G1LLMAN, Washington, d. c.
CANDY a HATCH, Baltimore.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
Destructive FIre.

out here last night, which destroyed the back par
of the Maryland, from Taylor's hotel down to III.
Bank Of the Valley. The hotel and several store,
and dwellings,, on Main street, caught fire, bn
were soon extinguished Loss, Sl2, 600 or $4,000
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26

GCHOOL BOOKS of all kinds used In the
- District also drawing and painting studies, a
very large and fine assortment. For sale low, at
GRAY 81 BALLANTYNES
jan % .-L.-.. Bookstore. 7fl street
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
NEW ROCKS AT TAYLOR AND

NEW BOOKS AT TAYLOR AND
IN Maury's.-The Lady's Almanac for 1854.
Essay on Philosophical Writers and other Men
Of Letters by Thomas De Quincy
Outline Of the Geology of the Globe. and of the
United States in particular, with two Geological
Maps, &c, by Edward Hitchcock, L. l.. d.
Outlines of Mechanical Theory of Storms, by
T. Bassnet
The works of Calhoun vol. 4.
Campbelrs Poetcal Works, new edition, edited
by Epes Sargent
Bookstore near 9th street. Jan 25
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26

The Milhonnaire's Bequests.-NEw Or
LEANS, January 23.--The late Judah Touro, who
died a few days ago, leaving large estate,
has bequeathed numerous legaeies 10 individuals
and institutions. He has left $4,000 10 Sheareth
Israeli of Charleston, South Carolina, and the
same amount TO Mioe Israel, Of Savannah, Geo.,
besides many other handsome Donations
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-26
From tho Shasta Courier.

The Real Motlvel--aWe have been corni-
zant for months past, from evidence in the hand
writing of Mr. Walker himself of the fact that
this effort would. be made; and we know thai the
great inducement held out for persons TO ioin the
expedition was the prospect, in the event of sue
cess of obtaining deeds 10 large tracts OF valuable
land in the conquered territory. They are, there.
fore, nothing more less than land-robbers on an
extensive scale; and all those professions about
sympathy for an oppressed, neglected, and injured
peoples desire to deveope the resources Of the ter!
ritory, &c, is mere claptrap, food for Buncombe'