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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

Election.-An election is TO take place to-
morrow in the First ward, to supply the vacancy
in the Board Of Common Council, occasioned by
the death of o. s. Paine. The contest, il is ex-
pec,ed, will be lively. Know-nothngsm" adj
vocates will make powerful effort TO carry the
day, but will be met with equal determination, no
doubt, by the opponents Of that organization. At
the mayors election, last June, Mr.. Maury beat
the Know-nothing candidate, Mr.. Towers, in this
ward, by fortythree majority.
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New York Markets.

New York, august 24.-Flour- there is a fur.
Their advance Of rs cents per barrel day. Sales
OF 1000 barrels at SO 75@$10 for State, and $40
25@$l0 so for Ohio.
Southern has advanced l2i cents, with sales OF
1000 barrels at SO 37i@$9 ST. Wheat is a
irife higher, with sales Of white tennessee al
So, 80.
Corn is firm, with sales Of AZ 600 bushels west.
ern mixed at S7GSS.
Mess pork-saes of mess at Sl4 50GI IA rs,
and prime at $il 250Sll so.
Whisky-saIes Of Ohio 81
Stocks are heavy. Money is easy at T.
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Richard the Third.-In addition 10 the other
amusing performances by the Kunkel Nightingale
Opera Troupe, on Monday night, Sam Glenn, the
eminent Dutch trsgedian, win appear as Richard
the Third, in the play Of that name, as improved
by him. II is said that his performance OF this
character is the funniest thing imaginable.
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ss- ettrA IafinS Liniment, prepared
at Giman's drug store deserving vf
mendaton as a for Chronic and Acute Rheumatism.
lief This Eminent has been prepared by 2. d. Gilman,
chemist this city for many years and since its inroduc
ton has been extensively used by many Of the most
spectacle families in the District and vicinity, to whom
reference be made any time TO its magical effects
In curing Rheumatism, even in elderly persons who had
been sufferers for long time 1t originally made for
horses the Of lameness saddle CALLS &C. and Is
now much used for such purposes, being invaluable
article wherever Eminent Is required either for
beast May 70
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The Illinois and mississippi River Bridges

DAYS since, is built upon what is called " Howe's
Improved Plan" and is 1850 feet long, divided
into sixteen spans of160 feet each, and two spans
of 60 feet each, and draw in the centre OF 200
feet whole length. The draw turns upon pivot
in the centre, and when open gives clean span
upon each side of the centre for the passage OF
boats Of 62i feet. The railway is upon the top OF
the bridge, which is planked and timed, with a
substantial railing upon each side Of The track
The lower floor is designed for carriage way
There is in the bridge about 100000 feet of tim
Der, 100 tons of wrought iron and 80 tons of cast
ings The raising Of the bridge was commenced
ON the ct OF October last, and completed the 18th
instant. II is a magnificent structure viewed al
distance from either aoove or below it, and is
said TO be the best bridge of the kind ever con-
structed
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

Red Coats.-The Marine band were conveyed
from the barricks TO the Presidents grounds, yes
terday afternoon, in four-horse omnibus, with
their big drum on the roof of the vehicle. They
were dressed, as usual, in red coats, buttoned TO
the throat, and made flaming appearance on
their journey ihither. The coats are typical of the
weather and OF fire, but we have never been able
TO learn why they are required to be thus dressed
in the season when the quicksilver in the Their
mometer goes up, without an effort, 10 one hun
dred degrees. As they are required to blow and
beat for the public entertainment, we think that
some regard should be had for their comfort, and
light clothing, both as TO weight and appearance,
substituted for their present uniform.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27
Latest from Havana.

CHARLESTON, August 25, 1sN-The steamer
Governor Dudley arrived at this port to-day bring
The captain general of Cuba had paid to Dor
Manuel ChIotobe De Searjas the sum of 81 ,2e4
for apprehending in the Marel district one hun
dred and seventy -four newly landed negroes-be
ing at the rate of $40 each for males, Sc fol
females, and SO for children. This payment will
doubtless have a beneficial effect in assisting the
suppression of the slave trade
The new steamship Jewell, from New York
had not reached Havana when the Governor Dud
ley left.
The market for sugar was dull at previous rates
Molasses was scarce, and quoted al 3 reals, and
G4k for Muscovado. There had been no arrivals
Of Goldfish. The market was amply supplied will
rice Good butter was scarce and in demand
Lard none in first hands-the last sales were made
at 1Sc.G20c. for inferior. No arrivals Of pitcf
pne--the first cargo would realise good price
$32 was paid for cargo Of good boards.
In freights the business was limited and vessels
scarce.
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The FIsheries.-The Halifax SIN, ofthc 10Th

The Fisheries.-The Halifax Snn, ofthe 10th,
observes that the island papers speaks rather
more encouragingly of the prospect of the fish
cries. In the neighborhood OF ST. Johns an i'm
proyement is reported. To the north, also, ac-
counts rather gratifying had been received. From
Battle Harbor, Labrador, Twillingate and Fogo,
very little fish had been taken up 10 the middle OF
July, when matters began 10 mend; they have
lately been doing well at Tilton Harbor particu-
larly well and at Greenspond, within the last
two weeks, plenty Of fish for cod seines and hook
and-line men.
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As- Special Notice.-HENRY'S INVlG0RATING
CORDIAL-The merits Of this purely vegetable extract
for the removal and Of physical proeraon genital
debility affections, &C. &c. fully described In
another column of this paper 10 which the reader Is
ferred 81 per bottle bottles for S. six bottles for S.
sic per dozen. Observe the marks Of the genuine.
Prepared only by s. Il. COHEN, No. Franklin Row,
Vine street. below Eighth, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
For sale by all the respectable druggists and merchants
throughout the country and by
w. H. GILMAN, Washington, D. O.
CANDY HATCH, Baltimore.
PEEL STEVENS, Alexandria, Va,
Wholesale Agents for Virginia
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Inc best Article ever used. as hundreds cam

The best Article ever used, as hundreds can
testify inthsc city and surrounding country. Read !!
GILMAN'S LIQUID HAIR DYE instantaneously
changes the hair TO brilliant jet Black or glossy
Broom, which is permanent-does not stain or in
any way injure the skin. No article ever yet in
vented winch will compare with it. We would
advise all who have gray hairs to buy it, for it
,ieuer taaS.-BoSton Post.
For sale by z. d. GILMAN, Chemist,
Apr2 Washington city
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

Increase Of Wealth.-A man may at some
time find out that he is richer than he thought he
was. As case in point, citizen, year ago,
purchased two lots, at $3.50 each. but recently he
received bill from the city collector requiring
him TO pay taxes on them 10 The joint value OF
ST, 700; the assessors having booked them at this
amount. The time for appeal being past, he has
no alternative, ana nues sa,ieiy ,he demand He
is not certain, however, that the ground would
sell for one-haf the amount of the assessment.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27
Tree Navigation of the st. Lawrence

Free Navigation Of the st. Lawrence
Official information has been received by the De-
partment of State that Lord Elgin has given direc
lions, subject 10 the approval Of her majesty's
government that, pending the action of the impe
rial and provincial legislatures on the reciprocity
treaty, the river ST. Lawrence be thrown open TO
American vessels, during her maJcsty's pleasure
in the manner provided for in that treaty
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MgtilGs.
as-To the Voters ofthe First Ward. Find

ing my name announced as an independent candi-
date for council of that district / would most re-
specially and independently state that | am not
candidate for that office, but will on the 2Sth day
of August, if God willing, independently cast my
vote for Charles A. Davis, the man of free tole-
ration. ]. H. HILTON.
Aug. &c
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re- Messrs. Editors: Observing my name

ass- Messrs. Editors; Observing my name
announced in your paper as candidate TO fill the
vacancy in the common council, occasioned by
the death of 0. s. Paine, beg 10 state that did
not authorize it. With sincere thanks to my
friends for their kind intentions respectfully with
draw my name, and decline being candidate al
the election TO be held on Monday next.
Respectfully,
Aug 26-2t w. WILSON.
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Avn Armu oficer Rroken.-At a renera

court martial, which convened at Fort Union
New Mexico on the 10th Of February, 1854, pur
suan, TO orders No u Of January 90, 1854, Head
ouartcr-, Department Of New Mexico, and Of
which Breyei Major d. ii. Rucker, assistant guar.
termaster, was President, FIRST Lieutenant Wyily
G. Adams, of the second regiment of artillery,
was arraigned and tried on The charge Of drunk
enpess on duty Having been found guilty, he
was sentenced 10 be "cashiered, and on the 18th
instant the sentence was duly carried ont.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27
From Key west-YeIlow Fever at Sea-

The ship Edwin Fye, from New Orleans fol
Liverpool, arrived at Key West on the 18th inst.
in distress, yellow fever having broken out or
board when two days out from New Orleans
Captain Hitchcock and five OF the crew had died
The remainder were convaescent, and the vesse
would continue her voyage under the command
of the mate. as soon as the vacancies ia the crew
could be filed
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

BosroN, august 26.-The number Of deaths
from all diseases during the past week was 1856
cholera 20, being slight increase.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

lss- First Ward Common COuncil.-Chas.
A. Davis is respectfully presented to the voters OF
the First Ward as a candidate for the council.
He will receive the support of
Aug 20 MANY VOTERS.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

Showers.-New York was refreshed and rein
virorated on Friday by several heavy showers.
What blessing il must have been We are still
in hopes of rain in this section at some indefinite
period. 1t will require more than an ordinary
summer shower to lay the dust in Washington.
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Extensiye enumeration at Tro,

NEW York, August 26.--An extensive iir~ broke
out at Troy Yesterday, which destroyed 8 blocks,
consisting OF two 10 three hundred buildings. The
loss is about one million.
The burnt district is between First, Second, and
Jefferson streets including great quantities of
lumber, the freight depot, machine shops, ear
house, bridges, chair factory, Jones Il IItchcocks
hell foundry &c The insurance is large
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27
The yellow Fever at Savannah.

COLUMBIA august 26.--Letters received here
ceedingly violent and confined 10 no section ofthe
city. The weather is oppressively hot, and citi-
zens are flying in all directions.
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The Cholera.

New York, August 26.-The whole number OF
deaths during the past week were 1885, being de-
crease OF 1877. Cholera, 13l decrease 90.
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The Greytown AaAir-Arrest of Captain

The Greytown Afair--Arrest Of Captain
Holiins.-We learn that Capt. Hollins, who com
manded the u. s. sloop-ofwar Cyane, at the late
destruction of Greytown, has been arrested in this
city, at the suit Of Mr.. Durand, merchant, who
alleges that he had goods in store, and other pro-
perry at Greytown, valued at $4,000 which was
destroyed by order of Capt Hollins.
The suit was Instituted in the superior court
and an order was obtained from Judge Oakley,
holding Capt. ii. 10 bail in the sum of $4,000.
The collector ofthe port, subireasurer, and ma
val officer became his bail, and he was discharged
Capt. H. forwarded telegraph;c dispatch 10
Washington. stating the case and asking for IN
structions. No answer has yet been received.
Capt III. has but JUST returned from Washington
where he was informed that all his official acts re-
ceived the approval ofthe government
Under these circumstances, Capt. III. Will no
doubt receive speedy relief from his embarras-
ments.
There may be liability for the excess in the
obedience Of orders, as well as for doing what is
not authorized. If the act is avowed by the gov
eminent Of the United States, lin all its parts, Capt
Holins will probably not be held liable.
[JoHr. Com.
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Whig CongressionaI Nominations.

PHLADELPHIA, August 26.--Edward Joy Morris
was nominated as the wing candidate for Con-
gress from the first congressional district. There
is now three candidates in the field.
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Fire In the Woods

BANGOR, Augua 26.-The fires in the woods
are still raging in various directions. The dam
age is immense particularly near Ellsworth.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

NayaI.-The Constellation, the model ship Of
her size in the United States navy, will be launch
ed at the hayward on Saturday, at Il a. m. I'm
medistely after her launch, the keels Of the Roa;
be auxiliary steamers Of the largest size.-NOrtok
BEACON.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

NEW YORK, AngNst 26-The steamer Union
sailed with 81 passengers and 1904 600 in specie.
for Havre and Southampton.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

The Fairfax Agricultural Society, in conse
quence Of the drought which prevails, and the in
jury TO the crops, have determined 10 indefinitely
postpone the Agricultural Fair, intended TO be
held in October next.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

NOTICE.-The co-partnership.hereto
IN existing under the firm Of SHEKELL& BAILEY
has been this day dissolved by mutual consent
The business Of the late firm will be iquidated by
JAMES H. SHEKELL.
WASHINGTON, Aagua 20, 1854
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We have accounts this morning of two very
disastrous fires. One destroyed large portion Of
the village of Waldoboro, Maine, including every
house and the post-ofiice. Loss probably more
than quarter Of million. The other has made
sad havoc in the city Of Troy, ~ ", sweeping
away between two and three hundred buildings
along the river; among them the freight depot,
machine shop and car houses, and several cars OF
the Hudson River railroad, large chair factory,
bell foundry and an immense amount Of lumber.
The loss is guessed at million. II IL the most
disastrous FIRE that Troy has ret known.--H Herald
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-08-27

The selfconfessed murderer, whose professed
revelations have created quite an excitement in
Philadelphia, died in prison yesterday. He al
legged that he committed the Myers murder in Bur-
linqton county, New Jersey, but no further evil
dence than this assertion has been shown.
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Who will appear or

Who will appear on
MONDAY EVENING, AUGUST 2s,
In Shakspeare's celebrated tragedy, with no paltry
arrangement Of Colley Cibber. but with the
original text Of the real
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Doors open at u o'clock Performance com.
JNo It. FORD, Agent.
Aug 27--lt
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ADMISSION .,.....,..........25 CENTS.
Gentlemen TO the Dress Circle or Parquette,
without ladies', 371 cents.
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q m nstm tint.
NATIONAL THEATRE.

NATIONAL THEATRE.
ADMISSION ......,..........25 CENTS.
Gentlemen TO the Dress Circle or Parquette,
without ladies', 371 cents.
Engagement of the eminent German Tragedran,
NH. g. GLENN,
FOR FIVE EVENINGS.
Who will appear on
MONDAY EVENING, AUGUST 2s,
In Shakspeares celebrated tragedy, with no paltry
arrangement Of Colley Cibber, but with the
original text ofthe real
RICHARD III,
Or the Crooked.backed Dutch Tyrant, and an un.
approachable cast Of characters.
Richard III, Duke of Gloster. MR.. s. GLENN,
and full cast by the company.
The Chancellor, Judges, Law Officers, Lords,
Aldermen, officers, Trumpeters, Soldiers OF the
Bow Men, Norman Soldiers, Battle Axe, appear
behind the Scenes, and must be only seen by the
minds eye"
In addition to this tragedy, produced with no great
UNEXAMPLED SPLENDoUR!
TERRIFIC DEEDS OF DARING!
GORGEOUS PARAPHERNALIA!
PLUMED SOLDIERY!
ACCoUTREMENTSI
OR
THE POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCES OF
GLORIOUS WAR,
BUT WARRANTED TO BE
THE FUNNIEST TRAGEDY
Ever Tragedzed by Tragedians.
HuNKEL's
NIGHTINGALE OPERA TROUPE,
Will also appear in their extoNed
PoRTRAITURES OF NEGRO LIFE,
NO INCREASE IN PRICES.
Seats can be secured without extra charge.
Doors open at ~ o'clock. Performance com:
JNo. IT. FORD, Agent.
Aug 27---lt
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90eal am YsrsuaaL.
Dinner-Tabie Etiquette. ~ Yesterday,

Dinner-Table Etiquette. - Yesterday, the
cook in the family of Mr. and Mrs. Thoma, having
prepared dinner sent their little boy up stairs 10
tell them that the meal was ready; and meantime
she hurried TO the slaughler-house TO commun-
cate 10 his journeymen butchers the same agreea-
BILE intelligence. The latter delayed not an in
slant, and, il appeared from the evidence before
Justice Smith, they came and sat down at the
table before Mr.. and Mrs. Thoma. This lady,
directly she entered the dning-room became IN
dignant and called the cook 10 account for giving
the jou-neymen the precedence. The cook de-
Tended herself by saying the boy was first dis
patched to the upper chamber Of her employer;
but this did not prove satisfactory to the lady, who
threw a milk-pot at the head Of the woman having
charge ofthat important part of the house, known
as the kitchen. The cook picked up plate, say
ing that if Mrs. Thoma repeated that act, she
would let fly the article she held in her hand This
only served TO add fuel TO the flame, for Mrs.
Thoma picked up billet of wood, and struck the
cook blow with il and drove her out of the house
Great excitement in the household, and tempo
rary suspension Of the midday meal. The dispute
was conducted in the German language. The
cook made complaint TO Justice Smith, at whose
instance the warrant for the arrest OF Mrs. Thoma
was issued.
Mrs. Thoma was required to give bail for her
appearance at court 10 answer to the charge OF
assaulting Miss Zimmerman, the cook, who OBJ
tanned judgment against her late employer for ar
rears Of wages.
Wanted.-Not mere sprinkle, or a two min
.utes' shower, but heavy and long continued rain.
1t has been so long since we have had an outpour-
ing from the clouds that we cannot fix the period Of
the last gracious visitation. The grass is actually
scorched, vegetation generally wilted, and the
pavements are charged with burning heat Pumps
all over the city--three OF them in the immediate
neighborhood of our ofice-have failed to furnish
their usual aqueous supplies. In case Of fire we
should be worse off than ever for the means OF
suppressing the conhagration. The general de-
sire is for rain. The drought has already destroyed
the in this vicinity and in tine adjoining coun
ties Of Maryland and Virginia, and the stalks have
been cut for fodder. And so in other sections Of
the country. passing cloud, yesterday after
noon, between four and five o'clock, gave us a
very few drops Of water, which we trust will, ere
the issue of another number of our paper, prove
the precursor of an ample, refreshing supply Of
that essential liquid.
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Engagement OF the eminent German Tragedlan,
NH. -. GLEN NJ,
FOR FIVE EVENINGS.
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The Youth of Baltimore.-In Baltimore, a
few days since, countryman was passing down
North street with his wagon, when one of his
wheels came off, and he discovered that his Inch
pin was gone. After searching for it some time,
he offered the boys who congregated shilling TO
whoever would find it. They then joined in the
search, and in few minutes one of the boys
brought him what he supposed to be the pin.
Having adjusted the wheel, he paid the shilling
and started off, but had not gone more than half a
block before a wheel on the other side came off,
when he discovered that the young rascal had
stolen the pin from one of the other wheels to OBJ
tain the reward.
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Indian BattIes.-The Minnesota Democrat
gives an account of Bloody battle between the
Sioux and war party Of the Cbippewas, on The
plain above the Yellow Medicine river, on the
Sd instant The Sioux are said TO have been
victorious. They claim 10 have killed twenty
eight Chppewas, without losing single man,
though several were severely wounded. They
surprised the Chippewas, by laying in wait in the
tall grass on the bank Of the stream, and after
about half had got across, they commenced The
attack. Twelve or fifteen Chippewas fell al the
first fire. The survivors, numbering some one
hundred and fifty attempted 10 make stand, but
they fought TO great disadvantage, and were
obliged to seek safety in fight. 1t appears that
the Chippewas had unaccountably allowed some
of their women and children 10 accompany the
expedition, and many Of those fell easy victims to
the enemy
A beautiful young squaw was taken captive by
a young brave, who, il is said, has inreturn been
capttvated by her.
The excitement and exultation over this VIC
tory, is said to be intense among the Sioux all
along the Upper Minnesota
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Will also appear in their extoled
PoRTRAITURES OF NEGRO LIFE,
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Copy of disclaimer of w. d. Porter ia his opplica.
ton for an improved still for making rood
gas fled August 5, 1854. Letters patent issnfd
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