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under the United States Hotel, having en-
larged and improved his store, would now respect
fully cali the attention of citizens, and strangers
visiting Washington, to 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 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.
All 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 othss
can be made up in the most elegant style al twelve
hours notice.
Superior Resdy-made Clothing.
have on hand a superior assortment OF ready
made clothing, Of my own work, made up In the
most fashionable manner such as overeoats In
various STYLES, frock and dress coats, and also
pants and vests, which will be sold al much less
price than work made 10 order.
NIB. Sole agent for SCOTS report Of Fashions
or the District.
Oct. l5-6m. (m)
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HARD TIMES, a New Novel, by Chas.
h Dickens.
The Metallic Wealth Of the United States, de-
scribed and compared with that Of other countries,
by J. d. Whitney.
Memoirs Of Joseph John Gurney, with selec-
tons from his Journal and Correspondence. Ed
tied by Joseph Bevan Braithwaite in 2 vols.
Memories over the Water, or Stray Thoughts
ofa Long Stroll, by Henry Manly.
On sale at TAYLOR IL MAURYS
Aug Is Bookstore, near 9th st.
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TAKE 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 assort-
ment and supply always on hand:
Oils of all kinds Queensware,
Paints, Brushes,
Camphine, 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. WHITTLESEY,
7th street,
Opposite Selden IL Withers's Bank.
Mar Is (Star)
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THE MISSISSIPPI AND ATLANTIC
CONNECTEDl
UNITED sTATEs MAIL RoUTl

UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTEI
ONLY 56 HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
CHICAGO d MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
" TIE only Railroad Romts from the Loloer
Mississippi to the Aflantfel,
TIME FROM ST. LOUIS TO CHICAGO ONLY 90 HouRsi
81 The Steamer WlNCHESTER leaves
daily Sundays excepted at O'Clock, a. m, ant
the REINDEER leaves the Alton wharf boat at
ST. Louis daily at $50, p. m
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 z, 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 aud 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
10 points on the Illinois river at and above Pekin.
The trains of the G. and NJ railroad connect al
Carlinville, Virdcn, Springfield, and Bloomington,
with good Stage Lines for Hillsboro', Waverly,
Danville 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.
Mfr THROUGH TICKETS, and Tickets 10
Chicago can be had at the Offices Of the Michigan
Southern, the Michigan Central, and the New
York and Erie railroads, St Louis.
Nz- TICKETS TO CHICAGO and all the in
termed ate places, can be had at the wharf boat
aud on the railroad packets, and at the Offices OF
the Chicago and Mississippi Illinois Central, and
Chicago and Rock Island railroads.
E. HEATING, Supt c. 6g M. z. r.
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MisffIIant0na
ENruNE HEIDsIECK & co. CHAM

ENUINE HEIDSIECK & CO. CHAM
W pagpe.--The subscribers having been APP
upoted by Messrs. Heldsieck & Co. TO succeed
Mr.. Charles Engler, 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. Heidsleck & Co., as set forth there
in justly claim TO be alone enabled TO send 10 TINS
country the genuine Heidseck u 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 Identical
vineyards, cellars, &c, which the founders and
originators 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 particnarly to notice that their brand
still bears the same name of Heidsieck & 90, IN
full by which il first became so favorably known,
being thereby easily distinguished from other simi-
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. c., and Alex
andria, Va.
CARD.-Up0n the dissolution Of the old
firm Heidsieck IL Co., in 1884, the senior partner,
who had the sole charge of its liquidation, con-
tinued the business, retaining exclusive possession
Of the vineyards, vaults, DC, 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 our own, which have APP
peared and may hereafter appear in this market,
the name Of our firm in full will be found on the
labels and around the corks.
RHEIMS March 5, 1916.
Feb S-d2m HElDSIECk G CO.
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glisfelIGn&Gms.

NTOTICE.-Be Il known to all whom 1t
IN doth concern, that have fled in the Gen.
eral Land Office at Washington, ID. c., the follow
ing duplicate land warrant issued by the Register
ofVirginia on the 18th day Of December, 1850 No.
1905 for 100 acres, for the services of William
Field, soldier in the Virginia continental line, on
the 3Oh June, 1888. The original Of said warrant
having been lost or destroyed, hereby notify all
parties tha, ] shall make application TO the Gen
eral Land Office for the satisfaction of the above
mentioned duplicate warrant, by the issue Of scrip
under the provisions Of The act of 3lst August,
1852. WILLIAM TERRY,
Oct S--1aw3m Attorney for the Claimant.
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NEW YORK, May 2, IS53.-The UNDER
IN signed has this day opened an Office, No. AZ
William street, (Merchants' Exchange) for the
transaction of a general brokerage business.
Bank insurance, mining, railroad, government,
State, and city securities bought and sold.
Promissory notes, bills of exchange, and loans
negotiated.
Sep 21-tf EMANUEL y. HAHT.
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.

ID J. STEER, Merchant Tailor, is now open.
IL ing another supply of choice RING and
SUMMER GOODS, to which he invites the at.
tenton of Members of Congress, strangers, and
citizens
The stock is large and very complete, embracing
almost every variety ofGentleman's Goods usually
kept by Merchant Tailors.
We solicit an inspection by the public OF our
goods, workmanship, and prices.
Msr No. A Washington Place, Seventh street.
May l4-3tif
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TNOR LEAsE.-The National Theatre In

ENOR LEASE.-The National Theatre In
I 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 6ll II.
With the alterations and Improvements con
templated, it will be in every respect desirable
establishment.
If a suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accede TO the following arrange
men
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
clined to this mode of action: The purpose OF
the Proprietor is 10 secure the best talent by pay
ing to il all the profits Every letter received Will
be known TO the Proprietor alone, who will not
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
o42, Washington city, ID. @.
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.
y 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 M-3tif
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II AND FOR sALE.-The subscriber Will
i dispose OF thirty acres of land, being part OF his
farm known as Delcarlia, situated near the Little
Falls, in Montgomery county, Md, and adjoining
the contemplated water.works. II is an excellent
piece Of land, and both from It's fertility ana To-
coli,v il admirably suited for a market garden.
Apply 10 the undersigned, or 10 his overseer on
the farm. .corr
Sent Tiff On III between 18th and 10th SITS.
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MAGAZINE for September

"ARPER'S MAGAZINE for September is
III magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SHILLISsToSs book
store.
The great Illustrated Magazine Of Art for Sep
tenber is one of the best that has been issued.
Leslie's Ladies' Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions.
The Knickerbocker Magazine for September.
Godey's Lady's Book, Grahams Magazine, and
Putnam's Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
SHILLINGTON'S Bookstore,
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ropERN LANGUAGEs.-D. e. Crou1,

INI a native of France, teacher Of Modern Ian
guages, especially French Spanish, and German.
Translatons made with correctness and punctu-
atty. Professor Of Numesmatics, for the classi6-
cltion 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.
Sep 21--dtf
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A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No. Ill Chestnut ST., Philadelphia.
LIR. BusHNELL,s SCHOOL. IaTn

INI street, between and G streets, Washing
ton. The next session will commence on the
first Monday in September The course Of ia
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
culsrs may be had at the schoo-room or at the
bookstores. Aug ll--eo4w
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PROSPECTI,s
OF TIE
NINTH VOLUMF OF THE
SEMI, IEKLY NEWS,

Devoted to City Affairs, Eancat,o'i, LuerGfHrs,
and General Intelligence.
IUNHE Ninth Volume Of this Paper DchS
about TO be commenced, the proprietor and
editor after making his grateful acknowledgements
for the steady support which he has received our
ing the last eight years, respectfully socits
continuance Of the same and such ad9nto'id1 sup
peyt az will enable him 10 continue his paper, az
an independent journal, and IN the support o.
those conservative and constitutional principles
which were involved in the late municipal cleo
ton. and which it is his fixed purpose 10 maintain,
so long as he is connected with this or any otner
public journal On his future course the editor
deems it unnecessary 10 dilate. Sumce u 10 ssy'
that while the original plan OF ms paper VIII 90
duly carried out, the editor will also feel nimsou
bound by the convictions of duty ana PropiieylO "
maintain the constitutional rights of every native
and adopted citizen, and to oppose every secre,
organization that is founded on proscrpuve ana
exclusive basis. What he intends to do In THIS
respect may be judged of by what he has already
written and published in the columns oi TINS jour,
nal. To his friends, and the friends OF clvh ana
religious liberty he respectfully appeals ior ade-
quate encouragement.
The Semi Weekly News will shortly appear IN
improved dress.
TERMS:
The paper and business card, per annum.. S3 w
The paper without business card, Ut paid In
advance or within enc month from date
of subscription). .................'.. oo
The paper without business card II not PAID
within one month from date OF subscrlp-
ton. .......... w
PAYABLE in advance, or monthly in all cases.
Subscribers and annual advertisers will be
charged for the whole year
No paper discontinued until all arrearages are
paid, except at the option Of the editor.
Persons leaving the city or declining business
may discontinue on payment ef arrears.
Aug 20*
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CTONE QUARRY am prepared to fur
- nish from my quarry, opposite the Little Falls
and adjoining the quarry Of the late Timothy
ONeale, any quantity Of stone that may be needed
for building purposes. Apply to the undersigned
at his house on H. between 10Th and 20lh streets,
in the First ward or TO Mr.. Paine, nj the quarry.
July 81 WILLIAM Il. SCOTT
alexandra Sentinel
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NOVELTIES, Inventions, and Curiosities
IN in Arts and Manufactures.-Price3 90 cents.
Gay's Fables, profusely illustrated.
The Ladies' and Gentemen's Letter Writer.
Shooting. Nv R. Blakey.
just imported from England by
TAYLOR 81 MAURY,
Oct IS Bookstore near 9th St
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gIisrtIIant1ns.

NEW BOOKS.-PlatO on Immortality OF
IN the Soul, translated from the Greek ~
Charles s. Stanford.
Florence Egerton or Sunshine and Shadows
by the author of Clara Stanley, &c.
Sketches of Western Methodism, Biographical.
Historical and Miscellaneous, illustrative OF Pio
neer Life, by Rev. Jas b. Finley.
For sale by GRAY & BALLANTYNE.
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~, CHEAP AND PLEASANT

xG excursions daily throughout the
wear by the Steamer BALTIMORE, TO and from
AQUA Creek, with dinner included, for 50 only.
To families and others desirods Of recreation
and change Of scene, no better opportunity can
offer for such indulgence than is now daily af-
forded by the regular trips of the splendid and
commodious Steamer Baltimore TO Aqua Greek
and back TO Washington between the hours OF 81
a. IN. aud 81 p. m.
Fare for the round trip, including good dinner
on board SO only.
For further information apply to Captain ID.
Peck, on board, or TO
GEORGE MATTINGLY
Agent of the line in Washington.
Til,
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Sept 17-tf On
sCARNER, Draper and Tailor, Nor

n ITS Building, 44 street, respectfully informs
his friends and the citizens OF Washington, George
town, and Alexandra, that he keeps always on
hand choice selection Of the best and most popI-
lar makes OF Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vestings,
together with good supply OF the best lnm.
elegant manner, (plain or fancy) to please the
tastes Of all who may favor him with call
N. B. Prices moderate, and terms cash
Nov 3-eolm
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MisffllansGns.

rINO SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF
j the House of Representatives.-A gentle
man who has had twenty years experience as
parliamentary legal, aud general reporter, both in
Europe and America, having several leisure hours
each day, proposes to devote them TO the service
Of any gentleman having writing TO do, either for
the press or of any other description. Desiring
some mode of employing those hours until the ad-
journment of the present session Of Congress, he
is perfectly Indifferent as to the character of the
writing he may be required to perform, and will
perform il upon the most reasonable terms. Com
municatons addressed to p. B. T., at Mrs. Wards,
corner OF Al street and Missouri avenue, will meet
with prompt attention. References Of the highest
order. Feb 2-u
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GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK
Pianos and Melodeons for Cash.

"ORACE WATERS, the great Music and
III Piano Forte dealer, 333 Broadway, New
York, prefering TO share a large per cent with his
customers, rather than pay It 10 the sharpers OF
Wall street, TO raise available means TO enable him
70 stem the present tight times, offers his immense
assortment OF elegant and warranted Pianos aud
Melodeons at large discount from factory prices.
for cash. His assortment comprises Pianos from
three OF the largest and most celebrated Boston
manufactures; 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 Haven, New York, and Buffalo makes at,
iordng an opportunity for selections not 10 be had
elsewhere Each instrument warranted. Second
hand Pianos at great bargans--prices from $50 10
10 Sl60. Music and musical instruments OF all
kinds. Dealers, teachers, and heads OF schools
supplied on the best terms. Music sent by mail
post paid. General and select catalogues Of mu-
sic and schedule offaclory prices Of Pianos, Melo-
deons and musical instruments forwarded 10 any
address, free OF postage.
Sept 2l--d3m
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Posr oFrIcE, Washington City, D. G:

PosT OFFICE, Washington City, .. G
November %, 1854.
MAILS for Cumberland, Maryland; Clarks-
lVI burg and wheeling, in Virginia Zanes-
Vile. Columbus, and Cincinnati, in Ohio; Mays
Vile and Louisville, in Kentucky and India
nopolis Indiana, will hereafter be closed at TINS
Office, daily at Q, T. m, departing in the o'clock
train, and connecting with the train leaving balu
more for Cumberland and Wheeling al . 90 O'Clock.
JAMES G.. BERRET,
Nov 3td Postmaster.
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nON,T FAIL no GAIL AT HOODS

D ifyou wish to purchase anything in the way
OF fine American, London, or Geneva watches,
ubat can be relied on for the true tmeD rich gold
jewelry, pure silver ware, &c, &c, and save from
is 10 rs per cent, as he is now receiving his
FaD supply, which will be sold at the lowest
wholesale rates.
Fine watches and jewelry repaired, and war.
ranted to give satisfaction.
Pa. avenue, between ~ and 9th streets, sign OF
the large spread eagle, Sept 16--tf
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II IME! LINE! LIME!-To Plasterers
/ and Builders.-We have now on hand, at
SEELYS Patent Kllns, one thousand barrels OF
Lime, and are now making two hundred barrels
daily which we will sell on the best terms.
We would call the particular attention OF plas-
ferers to this superior article OF Lime. II is free
from coal ciuders or other sediment, il being
burnt altogether by wood which makes il a very
superior ticle for plasterng, white coating, and
hard finishing.
Give us call, and you shall be pleased.
S. J. SEELY & co.
Iulv a If
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cCor,s WEEKLY pAPER.--The pub

CCOTT,s WEEKLY PAPER.--The pub
- Usher Of this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year 1854 combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
of the Philadelphia weeklies Among the new
features will be new and brilliant series of origi
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-
luton" published for 6ffy-.ix 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-
tions. The first Of series Of original novellettes,
called Morris Hartley, or the Knights the Mystic
Valley, by Harrison w. Ainsworth is about to,
commenced. 1t will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engavings. and its startling incidents
cannot fail 10 elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist, and author OF
VIOLA etc, ETC.. is also engaged to furnish bril-
liant novelette, TO follow the above. Mrs. Mary
Andrews Denison, author of Home Pictures, Pa
tience Worthington and her Grandmother, etc..
will continue a splendid domestic novelette, en-
titled the Old Ivy Grove, and II. @. 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
lections from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentz, Clara
Clairville Lille Lilberne Mrs. Stowe, Grace Green
wood, and other distinguished writer's 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 50; four copies one year So; 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.
Adds.ss A. SCOTT, Publisher,
i NJ III Ckasfnut ph;ladalnh;a
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FINE WATCHES & RICH JEwELRY.

TT O. HOOD, Pennsylvania avenue, between
III. ~ and 9th streets, has just returned from
the north with good assortment Of the most rich
and fashionable Jewelry in the market, which he
purchased for cash at very low prices, and now OF
fers for sale the same at wholesale or retail much
cheaper than goods of like quality have ever been
sold for in this section of country. Please call al
his store sign ofthe large spread eagle.
N. B. Special attention paid 10 the repairing 10
ne watches by w, w. Hollingsworth. Apr2
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TTNDER GARMENTS Just received.---I
~ have just opened full supply Of Gentle
mems Under Shirts and Drawers, silk, merino
lambswooI Scotch do, Shaker, and Canton Elan.
nels, &c, which am now prepared TO dispose Of
q, the most reasonable prices
LANES
Gentlemens Furnishing Store,
scn 90 Penn. avenue, near ~ ~.