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A aREAr BOOK COMING .


T0HN p. JEWETT a COMPANY have in press,
a and will publish about the first Of March, work
Of extraordinary power and ability, which will
rank among the very best productions Of American
foreign genius II Is entitled
THE LAMPLIGHTER.
That our opinion Of this remarkable book may
not seem exaggerated, publish the following arti-
ole, written by one Of the editors Of the Epcn,ag
Traveller.
"Messrs J. p Jewctt a Co. have in press and will
shortly publish, tale Of deep interest," entitled Tho
Lampfghtcr.' The scenc Is laid in Boston and inn
mediate vicinity, and its author is believed 10 be n
Bostonian, or a resident of this neighborhood. We
accidentally fell in with some Of the proof sheets Of
the work, the other day. and, after reading hundred
pages, we have no hesitation in pronouncing
IL Of the most original interesting, graphic and
affecting tales thus far that has lately appeared IL
Is quite equal to say the least, to Wide, Wide
World, though not what would be called religious
novel. IL the work is completed with the ability
which Is displayed in the first part Of itand have
TO doubt that IL will bc--we predict for IL
o sale and popularity equal to the most successful Of
modern romanccs, such as Uncle Tom alone except
ed. - Evening Trareiier, Jan. ~, 1854.
As great curiosity has already been excited large
demand will be created, and sariv orders from tho
principal houses in the trade are solicited to
us in the size of the first edition.
JOHN p. JEWETT A. CO.,
Publishers, IL and 10 Cornhill Boston
JEWETT, PROCTOR, w0RTHINGT0N,
Feb. T. Cleveland, Ohio
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(tAN be easily made in selling the Popular Books
" published by Miller, orion, A Muigan success.
sors TO Derby Miller, Auburn, and Derby, orion.
Mulligan, Buffalo
From the widespread reputation Of our Publica.
tons Book Agents, Coiporfeurs and Canpassers can
be sure with ordinary diligence, Of doing we'll, NJ
there is hardly family in the country but would be
glad TO purchase one or Books from the list L
they brought to their door. They are all good
books, nell printed strongly bound, and sell readily
wherever offered.
To all those DESTROYS of aiding in the noble work
of disseminating Pure and Wholesome Literature
throughout our land, We offer Rare Chance %
Make Money and do great good
Qy1- Catalogues of our Publications containing
full particulars furnished on application post paid
TO MILLER, ORION, a MULLIGAN,
Publishers Of Popular Books
Feb. LIT Auburn and Buffalo New York
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.THE YOUNG PEOPLES FAvORIrE."
A New and Improved Volume.

yIT00DW0RTH'S YOUTHS CABINET enters
wv upon the Ninth Year Of its publication, with the
January Number. This Magazine has acquired the
name of the young Peoples Favorito' IT has
become household word. Its articles comprise an
almost endless variety; ALL whether grave or humor-
Gus, adapted to instruct well entertain and the
whole peryaded by air of pure and healthful mo-
raity.
FRANCIS C. wooDwoRTH,
Author OF "Uncle Franks Home Stories" Thco-
dore Thinkers Tales" Stories about Animals, &c
is still the Editor The January number contains a
choice variety Of articles, including Of tho best
Puzzles ever published. For engravings we have
Portraits Of Washington Irving Daniel Webster on
his Farm, and host Of others; among which Is our
Frontispiecc executed at great expense in the high
est style of the art Tho picture is perfect gem,
itself worth the price of the entire volume.
THE RAMBLEs IN THE OLD WORLD,
which have aided materially in swelling our sub
scripton list since the Editors return from abroad,
will be continued through the year 1854 WooD-
woRTHs YoUTHs CABINET will be found TO DO (as
II has been called by London pubsher) decidedly
tho
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It embraces nearly 600 pages, forming two beauti-
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LITrELL's LIVING AGE-Is54.
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ORANGE and ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD

CHANGE OF HOURS.
ON and after Thursday, October 6, 1883 daily
~ trains (Sundays xsepted) viii be run over this
road. agroeably to tho following arrangement
A train for Warrenton and intermediate points will
leave the station, Of Duke and Henry streets
Alexandria, at 81 o'clock A. NJ arrives at IL A. M.
Returning, viii leave Wanenton at a quarter pas
o'clock p NJ, arriving in Alexandria at a quarter
before A P. M.
train from Culpeper to Alexandria and interme
date points will lcavo Culpopcr at ~ o'clock A. M (,
arriving in Alexandria at 10t O'Clock A. M.
Returning, will leave Alexandra at ] o'clock P.
M, arriving in Culpepor at Al o'clock.
daily stage is Running between Gordonsvillc and
Cupeper, in connection with the on this and the
Virginia Central Roads.
Through Tickets,
To GOrdonsyille $3.50
To Stanton $50
To Lynchburg 700
To Winchester 400
Per order. W. b. BR0CKETT
Jan I'd Agent.
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r. G. WALRORN 4 CO..

NTH0LESALE and retail premium ready made
w shirt and collar mandatory, and gentlemen's
furnishing store Nos and North Sixth street. Phil
adelphia On hand large assortment of shirts col
lars dress stocks gloves hosiery &C. which we will
sell at the lowest cash prices
Shirts and wrappers made to order by measure
ment and warranted to give satisfaction.
WIN. w. KNIGHT,
Jan. 30--3m R.C. WALB0RN
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A PROFESSIONAL CARD.

nR HARRIET K HUNT, of Boston, Mass, } re-
II specially gives notice to the ladies of Washing
ton that she will remain in this city few days, and
will be prepared to examine diseases. Having been
in successful practice since 1885, she can confidently
ask attention to this card she has paid great atten
ton to the diseases Of children.
Hours, from to IL A. NJ
Rooms on Pennsylvania avenue, between 9th and
10th streets, over Mrs Lows store. Feb 7-d6t
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TO WESTERN READING.R0OM AsSOCIA.
TIONS.

THE Proprietor of the philadelphia DAILY Regis
l. ter Independent, commercial, literary, and
political paper, offers to send it gyatutousiy for
year, to $50 Of the most frequonted reading rooms
whether in hotels or elsewhere in Western pennsyl
yania, Western New York, Ohio, Indiana. Michigan,
Illinois, Missouri Iowa, and Wisconsin; aud for two
dollars payable in advance to $50 Others situated
in tho districts and States above mentioned The
only condition Is that at Toast six Of the latest
bers shall be constantly kept file for the Of the
public. The names should be forwarded at once to
the Editor and Proprietor,
WILLIAM BIRNEY,
Feb 16-2t Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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PHoNoeRAPHY.-The Philadelphia North
Ame icdn says:
"The subject of Photography is of increas-
ing Importance. Four lads from our High
School are Mt Washington as reporters, and,
although in their minority, are earning COM
pensations that would be desirable for men Of
experience and education Several others are
employed in this city as photographic amanu-
enses in counting houses; and if our merchants
who have large correspondence were aware
Of the advantages of this rapid mode of COM
hitting their thoughts to paper, the demand
for this kind of aid would be much increased
Photographic reporters are occasionally inds-
pensabe to newspaper publishers; and if they
were generally introduced into our Courts,
much time and expense would be saved We
understand that the controllers Of our public
schools have decided against it Us branch of
instruction. We hope some one will move
reconsideration before it is too late
Mr.. Jonathan Morgan, an old Revolutions
ry soldier, died in Newark, N. J., on Thursday
last. He was at the battles of Yorktown and
the Cowpens and served faithfully in the war
for independence. His age was 80.
The Alton Telegraph says that petitions are
in circulation in that city, demonstrating
against the Nebraska bill of Judge Douglas.
The remonstrances are signed by men Of all
parties.
Letterbags for the United States squadrons
in the Mediterranean and ON the coast of Afri-
ca will be made UP at the Navy Yard at Bos-
ton on or about the 2sth of February. All
letters and newspapers prepaid, addressed to
the care of the United States Naval Library
and Institute, will be forwarded.
Everard Pack, one Of the Oldest most re.
spected, and wealthy citizens of Rochester, NJ
Y, died ON the 9th instant He published
the Telegraph Of that city in 1916, and first
gave employment to the talents of Thurlow
Weed, Of the Albany Journal He was presi-
dent of the Commercial Bank at the time Of
his death.
More than two million boys in the United
States are now attending the various institu-
tsnuo IF Iaar v,,v,v IN, xh;o oounf~u
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Women's Rights Contention.

ALBANY, FEB. 1.-THE Women's Rights
Convention met here to-day, Mrs K. c. STAN
ton presiding There was very full attend
ance, notwithstanding the inclemency Of the
weather Prayer was offered by the Rev. Mr.
May, and the Rev VIM II. Charming address
ed tho meeting, explaining the aim and object
Of tho convention, The Rev Antoinette Brown
offered a series Of resolutions, supporting them
by short speech
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Homeopathic Conrention.

ALBANY, FEB. i4.--The Homeopathic Con-
vention met here to-day, DR.. Ball Of New York,
presiding. Only twenty members were pres
emit. After the roll was called, several new
members were elected. The order Of business
was suspended, to receive reports Of cases cured
by single remedy. Several cases were re-
ported and discussed
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Connecfic,u U1ig Sfafe Contention.

NEw HAVEN, FKB l5.--The Wing State Con.
vention, to day, nominated Henry Dutton for
Governor, Alexander Holly for Lieutenant Gov
ernor, aud Oliver II. Perry for Secretary Of
State. Resolutions in favor Of protective
tariff, and against the repeal Of the Missouri
Compromise, were adopted
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WRITING ACADEMY.

VNRACY Il WILLIAMS, late Proies lors Of Penman
i ship at Duffs College, Pittsburgh, have taken
rooms in Washington Place 7th street, opposite the
Post Office for the purpose Of giving Lessons and Lee
lures to ladies and gentlemen in this elegant and use.
ful Art. Their specimens comprise every style both
plain and ornamental their recommendations are
numerous, and from some Of the best men in the
country and their system of teaching has been uni
yorsaliy laudod by the Press of Ohio Pennsy
and New York They respectfully solicit visit from
the citizens OF Washington and vicinity which will
be sufic ent to convince them that Tracv q Williams
have no supcrors business or ornamr ntal penmen
TERMs-S5 for 20 lessons. Improvement guaran
tied to all
VISITING CARDS, written in an unequallsd style,
for 50 per pack. Feb. I'D
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GEORGE w. JULIAN,

Attorney and Counsellor at Law, centrsville,
Indiana,
MILL attend to the securing and collecting Of
Wv claims and all other business intrustcd TO his
care, in tho counties Of Wayne, Randolph, Henry
Union, and Fayctto, and in the Supreme and Federal
Courts at Indianapolis Doc e.
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BUTTER AND BUCKWHEAT.

GOSHEN Butter, selected from Delaware county
" Diaries New York and Pennsylvania extra
hued Buckwheat, in barrels, half barrels and bags
The best Philadelphia butter in prints for table use
Supplies received weekly. and any quantity dolvor-
cd TO order. SHEKELL BAILEY,
Successors to ]. b. Kibbey a Co..
Jan 2-dlwif No. 5, opposite Centre Market
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FOREIGN AND DOMEyTIC DRY CoODS.

OF every STYLE all Of the best qualities and for which
we shall have price only.
We shall sell cheaper than ever have done and
in having price only (which, in our opinion is
the only fair and equitable way Of doing busness we
shall maintain our cfrespect, which IL above all
price success. Moreover, We expect to retain all
the trade of those prompt customers who have made
their purchases Of for years past and doubt
less we shall have large accession OF customers
who prefer TO buy where far yIoe oain Is asked
We feel that simple word is requisite only to
satisfy former customers that the one price sys-
tenn is the correct one, and TO their advantage and
do not hesitate to belief that all candid
and intelligent persons will after impartial exam
ination of prices fabric and styles give a one price
store the preference. Those who are not judges Of
goods cannot fail to be impressed at once with the
manifold and vast advantages 10 the purchaser re-
suting from the adoption in god faiih Of the ono
prtce system it necessarily nsurcs low prices TO the
purchaser for IL becomes absolutely necessary to meet
Mt tho start all competition that can be offered in
prices
Our scale Of prices will be low and the profits so
small, that cannot and will not sell but for the
cash or to customers who pay promptly. For those
who purchase Veyv Lrrgeky, or 20 sell again, rcduc-
tions viii BIO made
The public arc cordially and most respectfully in
vitcd TO call at all times and examine our stock
PERRY BROTHER. Central Stores
Jan I'D t0p Centre Market) Washington City
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YOUNG MEN OF ENTERPRIsEI

YOUNG VEN OF ENTEKPRISEI
Il ,Ok only 81, you can got Receipts for making the
following superior Inks, viz Black, Bhie, Red,
and Indeliblo.
Also, with the above, send gratis, to anyone who
wishes, full and complete list Of Westons &c. Bow
mans 80, Holt's, Bishops and Shipman's, Receipts,
and Ways to Make Money
Address, post paid, M J. COOK
CrawfordsvilIe Indiana
N. B. Agents, with capital Of $50 or 500, wanted
to travel Fob g.
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HENRY JANNEY.

SH0E DEALER, and Fashionable Boot Makor,
- Pennsylvania Avenue between Browns Hotel
and Seventh street, Washington. Jan 2-3m
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From The Unlled Ssates Argas.

To those persons who may visit Washington, and
in want of boot that cannot be exceled either
in quality workmanship, would call their attcn-
ton to the card Of Henry Janney to be found
the head of : Washington handsome and neat
ly-made boot IL not at all times source Of pleasure
to the wearer but often one Of extreme torture this
is caused by the bunglng manner in which the boot
is fitted to the foot. Mr., Janney has devoted much
Of his time in studying the construction Of tho human
foot in order to ascertain how boot should be cut
and fitted that will be perfectly easy to all parts OF
the foot In this be has succeeded that ii matters
not what may bo the shape Of the number Of corns
the foot, his boot is perfectly easy Thus he has
combined beauty with comfort
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BOOTS AND SHOES.

For Ladies, Gentlemen, and Children
r, EDMoNsToN, west side Of 9Th street NEARLY
Il. opposite Odd Fellows lIhll,) manufactures 70
order. aud keeps constantly hand and tor sale ev-
cry article in his line OF superior quality and the
lowest prices The public are thanked for their past
very liberal patronage and assured TINT pains
shall be spared to merit continuance Of their favors
Jan. IL.
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Sailed.

NORFOLK, FEB. i6.--The steamer Empire
City left here yesterday, with all her passen-
gers, except about fifty
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Sailing of the Ara5ia.

Liverpool, sailed to-day, with seventy passon-
gers and q small amount of specie.
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SUPERIOR ROSEWOOD. MAHOGANY,
AND WALNUT FURNITURE,

lust received at WALLS cheap House Furnish
~ ing Warerooms, Seventh street opposite tho
National Intolgencer Office, among which may be
found
Rosewood, Mahogany, and Walnut Tcte.a-Tete md
Sofas, in hair cloth. and brocatcllc in great vari
ETY.;
Easy Chairs, Arm Chairs, and Rockers to match
Mahogany, Walnut French and Cottage Bcdstcads
Walnut and Mahogany Etagercs;
Cabinets and Whatnots;
Mahogany and Walnut marbc-top and plain Bureaus
Mahogany, Walnut and Maple Warlrobcs;
Feather Beds hair and shuck Msttrc scs;
Handsome gilt and Mahogany Mirrors;
And very large and general assortment n al
kinds Of goods necessary for furnishing 10 which tho
attention Of those furnishing Is respectfully invited
Call and examine before purchasing elsewhere. All
Of which will be sold very low 1T WALLS House
Furnishing Warcrooms, on Seventh street, opposite
Intelligcncor office Jan 2-d1w
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ONE THOUSAND BOOK AGENTS WANTED,
To sell Pictorial and Useful Works for the Year lisa
One Thousand Dollars a Year.

WANTED, In cvcry county of the United States,
w active and enterprisng men, to engage in the
sale of Of the best Books published in tho
try. To men of good address possessing small cap.
ital Of from $25 to 500, such inducements will be
offered as to enable them TO make from So TO SIS a
day profit
15- The Books published by us are all useful in
their character, extremely popular, and command
largo sales wherever they are offered
For further particulars address, postage paid,
ROBERT SEARS, Publisher,
Feb. 11-4t 181 William street. New York
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REMOYALl

IL ENRY JANNEY'S Boot and Shoe Store and
II Mandatory, for the last ten years located on
9th street. near the General Post Office was removed
TO Pennsylvania Avenue, between Browns Hotel ana
itn street. where the proprietor has spared pains
or expense in fitting up an establishment commensu-
rate with tho great increase in the business of the
house.
The subscriber tenders his most cordial and crate
ini Acknowledgements TO his friends and patrons for
their long-continued iayors and viii be pleased 10
meet them in his new house.
have a very well assorted stock Of Boots ana
Shoes, Of French, New York, Eastern, and my own
make, embracing every style and variety, to which
invite tho attention of members of Congress and cit
zens generally. HENRY JANNEY
Penn ay,, north sdo, between Browns Hotel
Jan 2 and 7th st.. third door from the latter
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TupOgraphicaL.

New ORLEANS, FEB. l3.-The Topographic
Gal Association OF this city has raised the
printers rates to fifty cents thousand
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SEGARS! SEGARSl

SEGAKSl NEGARS
~ can't get decent Segar in Washington"
rs phrase hourly heard from strangers in our city
he has made list Of every brand which any gentle
man has pronounced the best segar ever smoked +"
and with this document he has procured from the first
importers in New York, a stock Of these choice
brands, and now offers them TO the public.
Every fumigator, who knows a good segar whom no
smells IT, is requested to call and examine the stock
JOHN SESSF0RD,
Sign Of Jim Grow, doors cast OF National Hotel.
Jan 2--3m
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NANIEL R. G0oDL0E, Attorney and Counsellor
~ at Law, offers his services 10 the Public as nj
Agent for Pension, Bounty Land, and other Claim
upon the Federal Government. July7.
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.Nc,p York Election.

New YoRK, FEB i5.--An election was held
throughout the State to day, on the question Of
enlarging tho canals. A very small vote has
been taken, nine tenths of which has been cast
in favor Of the enlargement.
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j. r ASPER

j. F. ASPER,
A TTORNEY AT LAW, Warren, Trumbull CO., o.
IA Office No 81 Market street Jan. I'd
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JOHN l.. HAYES, COUNSELLOR AT Law AND
SOLICITOR FOR PATENTS,

i5th street. opposite Treasury, Washington, D. c.,
WILL prepare specifications and furnish drawings
w for Patents. Particular attention given to
ected applications and to contested cases before the
Patent Office and the u States Circuit and Supreme
Courts.
References Hon Rufus Choate, Boston Hon Ed
Burke, late Commissioner Of Patents; DIR. Charles T.
jackson, Boston Hon. John p. Hale Hon Charles
Sumner. Jan, s.
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NJ. SNYDER

DANKER and Exchange Broker, National Hotel
- Building, Pennsylvania avenue, Washington
city ID. G. jan H.