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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-12-02
Ky
OF DEMOCRACY In THE UNITED STATES.


THIS important work is now in press, the first
il volume Of which will be issued early in the
autumn Of 1854.
The publication Of this work will be continued
by the subscribers !; and in due time they will pub
lish in the several States complete list ofagents
who will be prepared 10 furnish copies promptly
in every part OF the Union.
That the author may have ample time to prepare
his work according TO his views OF completeness;
that the publishers may be enabled 10 issue the
numbers with promptness and at stated periods,
thereby protecting the interest of their agents. the
following arrangement is announced in the full
confidence that IL will prove acceptable to all, viz
To stereotype the next six numbers, making ten
iu all, thus completing the first volume beo1e any
more are pubHshed
The numbers will 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 10 four, will be taken in part
pay If not injured at their full cost to subscribers
In announcing this unavoidable delay for few
months, the publishers are not unmindfil OF the
earnest desire OF many speedily TO possess the
work. The necessity Of accommodating the au-
thor, whose labors are incessant, will appear OBJ
vious to all without particular explanation.
DAYTON ~ WENTWORTH,
Publishers, So Washington ST., Boston
Mar 15-tfN
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,I,o ALI WHO HAVE CLAIMS TO col

III ect.--I am again Collector in Fairfax county,
Virginia. for two years from this day. My Official
bond, with ample security, was given at June
ceurt, 10Th June. intend TO devote my attention
entirely to my business. From my long expert
ence in my business, acquaintance with the peo-
pe and faithful discharge Of my duties heretofore,
am induced to solicit portion Of the public col
lections from those who intend to place their
claims in the hands Of an officer or agent. will
take claims on any persons in my county for any
amounts, and, fjusti6ed will attend 70 the collec-
tions of claims in the adjoining counties.
If any reference is wanting, i would refer to the
clerks of my county and the attorneys Of the bar
here. All communications must be post paid.
Claims out of the Stale should be fully authenti-
Gated before sent TO me for collection; will col
ect, in my official capacity or agent, as may be
requested; if an officer, charge legal fee only
and which if the claim is made, the defendant has
always to pay; and if as agent, the plaintiff must
pay me ten per cent, if collected or sucured, and
any legal cost may be at 10 secure the debt.
SPENCER JACKSON,
Fairfax courthouse, Virginia
Sept 12-1m
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TJNIVERsITY OF vIRGINIA.-The

" next session of this institution will com
mence the 1st Of October, and end the 29th Of
June following. The University embraces the
following schools, viz: 3 a4E III y
/. Ancient Languages; 2. Modern Languages; f;
g. Mathematics; a. Natural Philosophy, Nine
ralogy and Geology; s. Chemistry and Pharmacy;
g. Principles and Practice OF Medicine, Obstet-
rics and Medical Jurisprudence; Z. Comparative
Anatomy, Physiology and Surgery; g. Moral Phi
losophy, Rhetoric, Bellies Letters, and Political
Economy; 9. Law. Also, a ectureship OF Special
Anatomy Materia Medica and Therapeutics; and
a Demonstratorship of Anatomy.
The three first named schools have each an as
sistant instructor; and in the school OF law there
are two professors. y TmrFr
The expenses exclusive Of clothing. books and
pocket money! are as follows: ~
Tuition fees, say for three schools, $25
each. no UU
Board, including diet, room furniture,
and servants attendance, payable in
three installments, in advance 0
Room-rent within the precincts, two oc-
cupying room, IS each.....-.... 90
Mafriculation fee, and use OF Library
and public buildings, SIS; coniin-
gent deposit, $40. iO...,............. IS 90
Washing, say $40; fuel and lights, say $50 30 90
s25s 90
Students Of medicine are charged with four
tickets al S25 each and dissecting fee OF 5.
The fee in the intermediate class Of Law is
$50; in the Senior class, SIS. 4. VI.
s. MAUPIN,
Aug 3l-cod2w Chairman of the Faculty.
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Z Il 'LI.ExANDRIA BoARDING-sCHooL

N The Thirty-frst Annual Session Of this In
stitution will commence on the I'd of the 10th
month, (Ortober.) Besides the ordinary branches
Of an English education, and the Latin, Greek,
French, and Spanish languages, there are taught
the various branches of Natural Science, and
complete and thorough course of Mathematics,
pure and mixed. The Institution is supplied with
a good library, large collection Of minerals and
geological specimens, an extensive philosophical
and chemit il apparatus, an astronomical observa
tory, with good telescope, transit instrument,
Troughfon's ca lie, &C.; meteorological observas
tory, and chemical laboratory, in which the nd
yanced students are exercised in various ,chemii
cal manipulations and the analysis of minerals,
soils, tSc- and every known facility for the ad
vancement of the students in the different depart
ments Of study ~
The number of students is limited to about six
ty and in order TO secure precision in their vari-
studies, and TO prevent loss Of time from want
of necessary assistance, fire experienced teachers
Gncluding the subscribers,) three Of whom are
graduates of Yale College, reside in fhe family
with the students, and give TO them their personal
attention and aid, not only during the hours spe-
caly devoted 10 study, but at all other times when
needed. In addition TO these are the teacher of
modern languages and the teacher of drawing,
who give instruction 10 classes at stated periods.
A fnll course of Lectures on Natural Phoso
ply Chemistry, Astronomy, Geology, Vegetable
Physiology, and Agricultural ChemstFy7is deliv-
cred to all the students during each term. l
Circulars containing further Information can be
obtained by applying 10 one ofihe subscribers.
BENJAMIN HALLOWELL
4h HENRY c.. HALLOWELL,
FRANCIS MILLER.
Alexandra, Va, 9th mo. 29th, 1884.
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GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK
Pianos and Me1odeons for Cash.

"ORACE WATERS, the great music ana
III Piano Forte dealer, 333 Broadway, New
York, preferng TO share large per cent. with his
customers, rather than pay il TO the sharpers of
Wall street. TO raise available means 70 enable him
TO stem the present tight times, offers his immense
assortment Of elegant and warranted Pianos and
Meiodeons at large discount from factory prices
for cash His assortment comprises Pianos from
three OF the largest and most celebrated Boston
manuiactores 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 Havou, New York, and Buffalo makes af
iordnr an opportunity for selections not TO be had
elsewhere Each instrument warranted. Second
hand Pianos at great bargains-.prices from SEQ to
10 $1G0. Music and musical instruments OF all
ssnJk. Dealers. teachers, and heads of schools
supplied on the best terms, Music sent by mail,
bost paid. General and select catalogues Of mu-
sic and schedule offactory prices of Pianos, Melo-
deons and musical instruments forwarded TO any
address free OF postage.
Sept 2i--d3m
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WILLIAM AND MARY COLLEGE,
WILLIAMSBURG, VA.

THE next session Of this Institution Will
IL commence on the I'd Wednesday Of October
(Oct. 1lth,) and will continue until the 9TH of July
following. The course of study is as extensive as
any similar institution. The religious instruction,
including course on the Evidences Of Christiani.
ly and Natural Theology, viii be under the charge
ofthe Professor Of Moral Philosophy There is a
Law School connected with the College. The
total expense for session varies from $3.50 to
$500. Fe must be paid in advance. The pres
ence Of the students at the opening of the session
is highly important. a
Further information may be obtained by adj
dressing. postpaid BENZ. s. EwKLI- or Judge
GEo. p SchRBUReH, Williamsburg.
The following is list Of the Faculty, wig:
Benz. S. Ewell, President and Professor OF
Mathematics and Natural al-Science.
Silas Totten, ID. d., Professor Of Bellies Lettres
aud Moral and Intellectual Philosophy.
Morgan : Smead Phi DR.. Professor OF Ian
guages
Henry A Washington Professor Of History and
Political Economy.
Judge G. p. Scarburgh, Professor Of Municipal
and Constitutional Law. -
Ro Gatowood, Adj ProfessorIof. mathematics
Aug 10 1eow1Slawl0 49,
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.HARPER,s MAGAZINE for September is
H magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SHILLINeToN's book
store. sEat Nt}tt
The great Illustrated Magazine of Art for Sep
tenber 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, an6
Putnams Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
SHILLINGToN'S Bookstore,
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CCoTTs WEEKLY PAPER.--Tne pub

CCOTTvS WEEKLY PAPER.--The pub
- Usher of this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year 1850 a combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unatfemped by any
of the Philadelphia weckles. Among the new
features win be new and brilliant series Of org-
nal romances by George Lippard, entitled Legends
of the Last Century. All who have read Mr. Lip
pard's celebrated Legends OF the American Revo-
lution," published for fhy-six consecutive weeks
in the Saturday Courier will find these pictures
of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brilliancy Of his previous produc-
tons. The first OF series Of original novelettes,
called Morris Hartley or the Knights the Mystic
Valley, by Harrison w. Ainsworth, is about to be
commenced. II will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravings, and its startling incidents
cannot fail to elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist and author OF
VIOLA etc, etc, is also engaged 70 furnish brL
liant novelette, TO follow the above. Mrs Mary
Andrews Denison, author of Home Pictures, Pa
tence Worthington and her Grandmother, etc.
will continue splendid domestic novelette,, en-
titled the Old Ivy Grove, and H. G. Watson an
illustrated story called the Two Edged Knfe-a
graphic picture Of early life in Old Kentucky. To
these will be added original contributions and Sc.
lcctions from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentz, Clara
Clarville, Lille Lilberne Mrs. Stowe, Grace Green
wood, and other distinguished writers !; the news
Of the day, graphic editorials full reports OF the
provision, money, and stock markets, letters from
travellers at home and abroad, etc. etc.
Terms--One copy one year 50; two copies one
year 80 four copies one year s.; nine copies one
year, and one to the getter up Of the club, $40 ;
twenty copies one year and one TO the getter up
OF the club, $40
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher.
No. Ill Chestnut ST., Philadelphia.
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SlisfEIIaMkgMs.

YZINC PAINTS.--The Subscribers having
II been appointed agents OF the New Jersey Zinc
Company for the sale Of their superior rants, are
prepared to execute orders for any description, de
livered 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 q q
protection to iron or othermetallc surfaces. II Is
a cheap and economical paint
\ The Brown Stone Color is unequalled as a dura'
BILE covering for Cottages, Depots, Bridges, eye
The consumption of it is very large, and 1t has
given entire satisfaction.
All the paints manufactured by the company are
Of the highest excellence, some important improve
ments having recently been discovered and ap,,
piled in their preparation, and they are warranted
10 keep soft and fresh in the kegs, any reasonable
length of time. In this respect they are superior
to any others in market.
9 JOHN SULLIVAN q SONS, Agents,
Apr -d3m No. 2, Camden st- Baltimore.
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4 GENCY AT wAsHINGTO Mt,


"A 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 property 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
haif-pay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
Wees, whether for commutation, halfpay, OF
bounty lands; also, claims for extra and back pay,
&C. OF soldiers, sailors and marines; as well those
against the State Of Virginia, the United States
all claims, growing out Of contracts with the gov
ernment, for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct Of the government; and, in
deed any businessbefore Congress orthe public Of
fices whichmay requirethe aid OF an agent or ator-
ney. His charges will be moderate, and depend
ing upon the amount of the claim and the extent
of the service.
Mr. F A. Dickins is known TO most ofthose who
have been in Congress within the last few years,
or who have occupied any public attention at
Washington.
His ofiice is on Fifteenth street, opposite to the
Treasury Department, and next door TO the Bank
Of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 23--1yd (m)
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n w. TRIMMING, Merchant Tailor,


III 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, TO his well-seected stock OF
French and English cloths, cassimeres. and vest
ngs of the newest and most elegant styles OF
goods from the New York market. fi,s siL fs.
Having had twenty years experience in the
purchase Of goods from the best importing houses
in the United States, with such advantages aswil
enable him 10 offer them TO the public on such
terms as will give entire satisfaction TO the pur
chasers, and, in view Of increasing his business
he has purchased an unusual large stock of goods
such as will defy competition for their beauty
style and cheapness. e Nt M
All he asks is call before you purchase else
where, and he will convince you that you will
save your money by so doing A suit Of othss
can be made up in the most elegant style al twelve
hours notice. au i ~
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 overcoais in
various styles, frock and dress coats, and also
pants and vests, which will be sold at much less
price than work made 10 order. a g13
NJ Sole agent for Scott's report Of Fashions
or the District.
Oct. 15-6m. (m) i9Hh
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R LEAsE.-The national Theatre in

LNOR LEASE.--The National Theatre I'm
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
meritorious attraction can I'LL IT,
With the alterations and improvements con
templated, Il will be in every respect desirable
establishment.
II suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accede to 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 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
cined 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 70 the Proprietor alone, who will not
feel himself al liberty TO reveal the name OF any
party addressing him on this subject
All communications prepaid, and addressed
Ito the Proprietor OF the National Theatre, box
242, Washington city, ID. 9.
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THE MISSISSIPPI AND ATLANTIC
#ssS CONNECTEDi

UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTEl
ONLY So HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
York. AND SO HOURS TO CINCINNTIi!
GHICACO s. MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
~ The only Railroad Route from The Loacer
Mississippi TO the Atlantic!
TIME FROM ST, LOUIS TO CHICAGO ONLY 20 H0URS
IT, The Steamer WINCHESTER leaves
EGssssiE the Alton wharf boat at ST. Louis
daily Sundays excepted at o'clock, a. m, ane
the REINDEER leaves the Alton wharf boat al
ST. Louis daily at $50, p. IN.
The steamers connect at Alton (only 25 miles
from ST. Louis) with express trains for
SPRINGFIELD, BLOOMINGTON, LASALLE,
: CHICAGO, AND THE EASTERN CITIES.
Passengers leaving st. Louis by the steamer
Winchester at a, a. M, take the cars at Alton al
TO- a. m., and arrive at Chicago the next morning
in time 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 ex
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 st. Louis TO points on the Mississippi
river at and above the Upper Rapids, as well as
TO points on the Illinois river al and above Pekn
The trains Of the g. and M. railroad connect at
Carlinyille. Virden, Springfield, and Bloomington,
with good Stage Lines for Hilsboros, Waverly,
Danvle, Terre- 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.
N1- 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 Islsnd railroads.
Z. HEATING, Supt @. a. M. R. R.
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GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
YTyHIS BISAUTIFUI. BURIAL PLAC

ofthe Dead having just been dedicated with
appropriate ceremonies for the purpose, is now
persons.
The Mausoleum has capacity for a hundred
bodies, in which such friends Of the dead, as may
apply, can place the departed until they select
sites for graves.
in regard to the lots, which will not be put up
publicly for sale, although they usually bring a
premium,) making the early selections Of lots the
most desirable s
Until an Office is established inthe city of Wash
at The present Office, in the east wing of the build
ing on entering the Cemetery. M
Visiters are requested not to drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds, ,ls s
t. VIM s. HUMPHREYS.
NIB. Glenwood is situated a short distance
due north of the Capitol. Aug 27--3m
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HARD TIMES, 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-
tions from his Journal and Correspondence. Ed
tied by Joseph Bevan Braithwaite in Q vols.
Memories over the Water, or Stray Thoughts
Of Long Stroll by Henry Manly.
On sale at TAYLOR & MAURY'S
Aug Is Bookstore, near 9th ST..
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-r-s CHEAP AND PLEASANT,

.iEzs-<ssaE.-zE excursions daily throughout the
year by the Steamer BALTIMORE, TO and from
Aqnia Greek, with dinner included for 50 only
To families and others desirous of recreation
and change Of scene, no better opportunity can
offer for such indulgence than is now daily af
lorded by the regular trips of the splendid and
commodious Steamer Baltimore TO Aqua Creek
and back TO Washington between the hours of q
a. M and "a p. m.
Fare for the round trip, including good dinner
on board, 80 only.
Fol- further information apply to CaptainA d.
Peck, on board, OF to
4 GEORGE MATTINGLY
is Agent Of the line in Washington.
Julv lS-d2mA
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n IME! LIMEI LIME,-To Piastererl

II IME! LIMEi LIMEi-To Piasterers
Il and BniIders-We have now on hand, AT
SEELYiS 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 other sediment, IT being
burnt altogether by wood which makes il very
superior Article for plastering white coating, and
hard finishing.
Give us a call, and you shall be pleased.
s. SEELY q co.
July n II
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.

y. SIEf1ft, NIEhCHHNH kAf11ON,
III is now opening another supply OF choice
invites the attention of Members Of Congress,
Strangers, and Citizens. 81 aess
The stock Is large and very complete, cmbrac-
ing almost every variety Of Gentlemen's Goods,
Usually keptby Merchant Tailors.
i We solicit an inspection by the public of our
goods, workmanship, and prices.
Mod, Washington Place, Seventh street.
3 Nav M--3tif F8g0E W. iGFie
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FEMALE EDUCATION.
N IRIS. R. w. YOUNG & MISS ". TOWl

M KS. X. w. YOUNG q MISS " TOW N
Ixl- respectfully announce to their friends and
this community, that they will receive at their
rooms, on the corner of 18th and X streets north,
on Monday the 18th instant limited number of
young ladies who may desire to pass through a
systematic course Of studies, embracing all the
solid and ornamental branches Of female educa-
ton.
Their method of instruction is thorough and
practical Ii is based upon an experience of many
years in conducting the education of young ladies',
having in view the fullest development and disci-
pline Of the mental faculties.
l TERMS OF TUITION.
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....
Sept 6-3tawt1Sth
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MIN. BUsHNELI,s SCHOOL. IarH

Itl street, between F 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 at the schoo-room or at the
bookstores. Aug 11--eo4w