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Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08
WE ARE NOW RECEIVING. q

w our splendidIy lighted store-rooms on nh
street, doors above Pennsylvania avenue, a
choice stock Of rich Spring Dress Goods embra,
cling all the novelties Of the season also spring
styles, Mantets, Black Lace Shawls, and Scarfs,
Printed Cashmere Shawls, White Grape Shawls,
Kid and silk Gloves, Ladies and Misses hosiery,
Embroideries, White Cambrics and Muslins with
large stock of Linens and Staple Dry Goods
adapted TO the present season all OF which will
be sold at fair low prices; and we invite pur-
chasers 10 call and examine our stock
ES- Please observe that all articles sold at
our establishment are warranted TO prove as rep.
resented
MAXWELL, SEARS & GALLEY.
7h ST, doors above Penn. avenue.
Apr S--eod3m
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n ENERAL KGENCY.--Thc undersigned

VI most respectfully informs, by this notice, his
friends and the public in general, here and esie-
where, that he has opened an Agency Office for
the prosecution of claims of every description
against the government, before the several depart
ments or Congress; procure pensions, bounty
lands, extra pay, and arrearage pay, and will at
tend 10 the buying and selling Of real estate, the
renting Of houses, and general collecting bust
ness; he will also furnish parties al a distance
with such information as they may desire from
the seat of government. Charges will be mode
safe. Office, at present, will be on NJ near 18th
rtreet.
REFERENCES.
Hon. ]. G. Dobbin, Secretary of tho Mary.
Hon. j. Davis, Secretary Of War.
N Calan, esq, President Of the Board Of Com.
mon Council
Gen. John M. McCala, Attorney at Latc
James II. Caustin, esq.
w. C. Reddall, State Department.
SAMUEL G. TAYLOR.
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GILMANS LIQUID HAIR DYE instantaneostsly
changes the hair to brilliant jet Black or glossy
Bro,cn, which Is permanent--does not stain or in
any way njure the skin. No article ever yet in
vented which will compare with it. We would
advise all who have gray hairs to buy it, for il
nSuer faiLs.-Boston Post
For sale by T. D. GILMAN, Chemist,
WASHINGTON City
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Seeking q Pension.-Yesterday, before the
sitting Of the House of Representatives COM
menced, two men, bending beneath the weight Of
years, shabbily dressed, and with knapsacks on
their backs, came into the hail. in search of some
friend to advise with them in matter Of business
They had walked hither from Pennsylvania Sthe
elder being blind and led by his companion. He
is an old soldier, and lost his sight, according to
his own representation, in consequence of expo
while active duty; and his object in visit
ing Washington is to secure pension. The by
ISLANDERS contributed TO the relief of these poor
men, who, with many thanks, went on their way
rejoicing. II does not always cost much TO make
a heart glad.
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s. GARNER, Merchant Tai

i lors, Morfts building, Al street. near Penn
sylvania avenue, would most respectfully inform
their friends, the public in general and the old pa
irons of Joseph X. Thompson, in particular, that
they have received their Spring Supply of Goods,
(which 10 be admired needs but to be seen y
and which they will make to order, in style and
ft please the tastes ofthc most fastidions of all
ages.
Favor us with call. Our motto is; aWe study
TO please" Mar 25-iftf
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08
MisffIIaMaons.
IE WATCHES & RICH JEWELRY.

FINE WATCHES & RICH JEWELRY.
:" O. HOOD, Pennsylvania avenue, between
Il. Al 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 tor sale the same, at wholesale retail, much
cheaper than goods of like quality have ever been
sold for in this section of country Please call at
his store. sign ofthe large spread eagle.
N b. Special attention paid TO the repairing OF
fine watches by w. w. Hongsworth. Apr2
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nEAUTIFUL COTTAGE AT PRIVATE

DEAUTIFUL COTTAGE AT PRIVATE
ID Sale, situated on the corner of FIRST street
east and G, near the Capitol, containingte rooms,
brick basement, with cistern and bath-house,-
s,abling, &C., attached. There are over 10000
square feet of ground belonging to the property,
laid out in shrubbery, fower-beds, fruittrees, DC.
II is beautifully situated, commanding fine view
of the city and surrounding country, and will be
sold bargain i. immediate application is made on
the premises G.. A. SAGE.
Apr S-3t
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q M asem nts

nIANOS.-The subscriber has In Store a
IL very handsome rosewood Piano, iron frame,
seven octaves, which for beauty of tone and
superiority Of finish cannot be surpassed by any
instrument It will be disposed ofon accommoda-
ting terms
Also, for rent, a very fine-toned instrument.
w. c. ZANTZINGER,
Stationers Hall, adjoining Irving Hotel.
Apr S-ifSTTh.
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supreme Court of the United states,

FRIDAY, Apri1 Z, 1854.
No. 50. VIM. A. Smith ct al, appellants, rs.
Leroy Swormstedt ct al. The argument of this
cause was concluded by Mr.. Stanbery, for the
appellants.
Adjourned till Monday, at IL o'clock.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Flour.-The flour market in Georgetown, yes
terday, was firm at from 81 l2l to 81 25; but the
holders are unwilling TO sell at those prices, pre-
ferring TO await foreign intelligence.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

RD-Special N0tice.-HENRY's INYIG0RATING
CoRDIALThe merits Of this purely vegetable extract
for the removal and of physical prostration genital
debility nervous affections &c. &c., fully described in
ferred 81 per BOTTLE bottles for S5 Elk bottles for ss
$40 per dozen. Observe the marks Of the genuine.
Prepared only by s. H. 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. II. GILMAN Washington, D. G..
CANDY HATCH Baltimore.
PEEL STEVENS, Alexandria, Va,
Wholesale Agents Virginia
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.
Frightful Accident In Percussion Cap
Manufactory-Tw Women and One Man In
jured.-Yesterday afternoon frightful accident
occurred in the percussion-cap mandatory of
Frederick Maessmar, located In the fourth story
of the building No. ST. Ann street, by which two
women and one man were injured.
About 81 o'clock, during the absence OF the pro-
pretor. the employees in the establishment, con-
sisting of three young women and one man, were
engaged in preparing and putting mp the caps
While thus at work. about two table-spoonsful
caps, by some accident other, fell upon the
loading machine, and instantly exploded, with
report which was heard for some distance in the
neig ghborhood. The shock was tremendous, and
was felt throughout the whole building. A large
number Of caps already prepared were blown
about the establishment into the partitions and
through the windows and doors.
Four heavy caps were driven into the right
breast Of Miss Ann Mccullough, penetrating the
lung and causing four wounds, large enough for
the insertion of n mans finger
Three OF the caps were driven into the left
shoulder Of Miss Maria Gordon causing severe
wound.
Mr.. Alexander Leer was severely injured
about the head, being burned by the powder when
il exploded.
The foreman of the establishment, and a little
GIRL also employed in the manufactory, narrowly
escaped injury, receiving only slight shocks.
The injured parties were taken to the Second
Ward slaiion-housc, and from thence conveyed
Simmons. While at the station house, they were
attended by DIR. lame, but he was unable to ex-
tract the caps.
Miss McCullogh is so badly injured that there
is but little hope entertained Of her recovery.
New York Tribune, Thursday.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

steam Frigate Bill.-The bill authorizing the
Of six frst.cass steam -frigates hav-
ing received the signature the President Of the
United States yesterday, is now law.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Movement of Troops.-Orders have been re-
ceived at New York for the movement Of the third
regiment of artillery. Two companies. B and l.,
Q6O strong) under the command Of Brevet Lieut..
Col. George Norman. I'D major Of the regimentO
will embark on the 9Th instant for California, via
Panama !; two companies, A and II, l25 strong)
will proceed 10 Fort Leavenworth, Missouri, so
rs to reach there on the 18th May next, from which
post they will take the land route to San Diego,
California, under the command of Lieut.. Col. E.
J. Steptoe the remaining four companies, d, G,
l. and K C225 strong,) will embark for California,
via Panama, on the Goth instant under the COM
mand Of Lieut.. Col. Burke, the senior company
officer pi esent for duty The position Of The regi-
mental head quarters, the staff, and the band will
not be changed until further orders.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

The Egg Case.-Last autumnwe dulyreported
interesting proceedings before Justice Dom, rela;
tive 10 an assault, committed by Alfred Hunter on
George Savage, an indiscreettemperancel lecturer
which preliminary examination, there being 'proba-
BILE cause, resulted in holding egg.ressor to ball.
TO answer the grave charge of hurting two or three
eggs at Mr. Savage's head on bright and bland
Sabbath afternoon the latter having made re-
marks not in the highest terms complimentary to
the Alhambra Saloon, which was superintended
by Madame Hunter.
On Thursday last this case was taken up IN the
criminal court, and soemnly tried before his honor
Judge Crawford The jury retired in the after.
noon but so intricate was the subject before them
that they were not able TO come TO decision until
Yesterday afternoon, when they returned a verdict
ofa guilty. but, ION account of the strong provo
cation" they recommended "the smallest possible
amount Of punishment the court can nfict" So
the Judge fined Mr. Hunter one eent--less than the
cost Of an egg.
From our summing up Of the government ex-
penses attending this trial, they amount to at least
one hundred dollars.
The Canal is now in fine navigable order
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6emtral SnteIligenff.
st. Thomas-Arrest and Release of an

st. Thomas-Arrest and Release of an
American Captain.-ST THOMAS, MARCH, o.
1S54.-The American ship Claiborne, Remand,
master, bound TO New Orleans in December last,
became dismasted, was driven and wrecked on
the reefs OF Anegada. She had rich cargo of
wines and one hundred and thirty French emi.
grants as passengers. The greater portion Of the
cargo was lost, about one-third only having been
saved by wreckers. The vessel was almost
total loss. Captain Rennaud expended some eight
hundred dollars in saving the passengers, and
sending them 10 the English island of Tortola,
whence they came 10 this place, and applied 10 the
French consul for assistance; our own consul
meantime receiving no information regarding the
matter, save the rumor that the wrecked vess-l
was an American ship. The French consul, on
the faith of his government, borrowed money 10
the amount Of some three thousand dollars, char
tered vessel and sent the emigrants on TO New
Orleans.
On The arrival at this place OF Captain Rennaud,
who proved 10 be native Frenchman but natu-
ralized citizen Of the United States, the French
consul applied to him for remuneration in the ex-
penses thus incurred by him, Captain Remand
declined. on the ground that his ship was Total
loss; that he had expended all the means he had
belonging 10 the owner of the vessel; that the
cargo was not bound, and that he had not author
lied the French consulto act for him 10 the prem
ises. The French consul then sued out an attach
ment against the captain who would have been
imprisoned in the absence of the payment of the
money, had not Major Helm, the American con-
sui, released him, first, by entering himself as bail
for his personal appearance; and, secondly, by
protest in the name of his government, in which
he denies the jurisdiction OF the court, in clear
and manly argument on the questions of national
law involved in the controversy.-N. Y. Tribune
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Contract for Marble.-We learn that the
superintendent of the Capitol extension has
effected contract with Messrs. Rice and Habner,
for furnishing marble Of larger size than that
specified in the original plan This, it is said, re-
moves all apprehension of the stoppage of the
work for the want of that material.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

TAS G. EVANS, ARTIST.-Historical
81 Marine Painter, (at Mrs. Jane Taylor's, Penn
sylvania avenue.) Paints TO order all kinds Of
Naval Pictures, at reasonable prices.
Anr S-dlwN - - -
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A Great Horse Race came off at New Or
leans on Saturday last, the stakes being $4,000
aside, with Other heavy amounts pending on the
result. -Four horses were entered, viz: Lexing-
ton, for Kentucky; Lecompte, for Mississippi !;
Highlander, for Alabama and Arrow, for Lousi-
ana. The first heat was won by Lexington, Ar
row being distanced. The second heat and the
race was won by Lexington; Lecomp,e coming
in second, and Highlander third The track was
very heavy The Kentuckians present were much
eated of course at the success Of their tavorite.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

TLASTIC RIBBONS, sc. At Lammond's,
lL 7th street, can be had Elastic Ribbon for un-
der-sleeves Porte-monnaes, and Silk Purses !;
Toilet Powder, Harrison's Extracts, Transparent
Toilet Soap in bars Lyons Kathairon, and Barry's
Tricopherous, Ox-marrow Pomade, &c.
Apr 2--3teod
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AIrRev. w. II. NIi1burn, chaplain to tho House of
Representatives will preach in tho Capitol tomorrow,
Sunday, IL o'clock, Subject, Dignity and Dangers
of American Political Life Apr
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Bibles PrOhibited.-The Archbishop of Mex
leo has addressed 10 all the clergy circular in
which he recommends to them the greatest vigi-
lence in preventing the circulation and reading of
Protestant bibles which are being introduced from
the United States in Tamaulipas, across the Texan
personal information from the minister Of Justice,
that measures have already been taken by the
government TO prevent the introduction Of The
bibles and other books, and the operations of the
agents alluded TO, by whom the bible society is
said TO work
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

HUMANS SWEET CATAyyBA
y Wine Cincinnati Ohio Vintage of 1853
The pure juice Of the grape, not fermenled or
adulterated. Anew article of wine, designed es-
pecially for ladies' drink and for temperance peo-
pie, being perfectly free from alcohol For sale by
SHEKELL & BAILEY,
No. s. opposite Centre market
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NTEW AND FASHIONABLE GOODS. =

NEW AND FASHIONABLE GOODS
IN VIM. H. STANFORD, MerchaL. Tailor
north side Of Pennsylvania avenue, unCer Gads,
by's Hotel, has just returned from New YORK, and
is now opening handsome and complete stock
of Spring Goods Of the latest styles and importa-
tions, to which he would call the attention of his
friends and the public in general; all ofwhich will
be made to order in the most fashionable and ele-
CANT style, at the shortest notice, and at the very
lowest possible price.
Also, a complete assortment Of Furnishing
Goods, such as Shirts, Drawers, Suspenders
Stocks, Cravats, &C., with superior lot Of Kid
Gloves, direct from the importer in New York.
Mar l7-2aw3wif
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Important from Hayti.-PuILApELpHIA, April
6.-The barque Charles Z. Lex, from Port au
Prince, states that, on the 5th of March French
frigate brig, and steamer anchored off the harbar,
and Admiral Duchesne demanded an audience
with the emperor, which refused. He then
sent letter containing most exorbtant demands,
and threatening, if they were not complied with
10 resort 10 the most extreme measures, within
forty-eight hours. On the night ofthe 9th the en-
peror gave his final answer, that, rather than sub
init, the Haytian government would cease TO exist.
The declaration had good effect. for the next
morning the French frigate hoisted the Haytan
flag and salulcd il. During the critical period the
emperor acted with prudence and determination.
The Notifications and fleets were put in order for
action and were visited by the emperor in person.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Steamboat tAccident.-CINcrSSATI, Aprii 81
The Steamer Ohio ran into the steamer w. b.
Clifton, on the Mississippi, near Cairo yesterday.
The latter sank 10 the hurricane deck. The pas
sengers and crew were saved. The Clifton was
bound from Louisville TO New Orleans with full
load.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

/ Cure for Corns, Bunions, Callosites, Nail,
growing into the flesh, and every disorder Of the
feet, by peculiar and new method, without cut
ting or causing the slightest pain.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Person, near Boston, died lately Of smallpox,
and the bed upon which the patient lay was given
IN charge of an Irishman, with instructions burn
II. Instead Of obeying the instructions, he sold
the bed TO family, several members Of which are
now sick with the smallpox.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

The RIVER PLATE.-Dates from Buenos
Ayres to the I'd February, received in England,
state that the government Of Brazil had deter.
mined to Interfere in the affairs Of Montevideo.
and it was said that Montevideo would be oc.
cupied by Brazilian army Of 1000 men. All
was quiet at Buenos Ayres.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Ra- Inst allntton and other Exercises In
the Congregational Church, of the City Hail. Fifth
street council will be organized and candidates
amned publicly, on Saturday, at o'clock, M On Sun
day there will be preaching at ii, installation at
35 p. M, and preaching 4at u in the evening. Apr
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PROFESSIONAL CARD.

IN r. ROB E r 7 HUNTER viii reach
IL Washington on Friday and Saturday, the 7th
and sth instant, and will be happy to meet his for
mer patients and all others desrous Of his profess
sional services in the treatment Of Consumption,
Asthma, Bronchitis, and all affections arising from
the throat and lungs.
His rooms will be found over Mrs Voss's Jewel
ry store, Pennsylvania avenue, between 18th and
18th SITS. y...... Apr 6-5t
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Rs- Rev. Edward Thompson, ID. d., Press
ident Of the Ohio Wesleyan University, will preach in
Wesley Chapel, the of and 9th streets, on
Sabbath morning. the 9th instant ut IL o'clock, and the
Rev. r. II. DAsnELL in the evening" at halfpast seven
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

CO War Between Turkey md Russia
its Missionary Aspects and Bearngs.Rev. A. G. CARO-
will lecture Sabbath sgening at quarter to
eight o'clock, in the Fifth Presbyterian Church. Of
Fifth and streets Morning service at eleven O'Clock.
Anrg
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

There Is talk that Santa Anna will divorce his
present wife if he can negotiate marriage with
one Of the daughters Of the queen dowager OF
Spain His present wife was born in Westerlo,
Albany County, N. Y, and her maiden name was
Lapaugh
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Telegraph Project Rejected.--BosTos, April
IA special committee OF the Maine legislature,
to whom was referred memorial from the New
York and Boston in favor OF granting the right of
way for an opposition telegraph line from Port
land to Calais, reported to-day unanimously against
the project.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08
Arrival of the Daniel w webster.-Nrw {

Arrival Of the Daniel ebster.-NEw Or
LEANS, Apra 5.-The steamer Daniel Webster has
arrived from San Juan, bringing additional Cali
fornia news. The trial Watkins, the alleged fill
Of his counsel.
The steamer Of the 10th took over So, 900, 900 in
gold. The markets were stagnant and six fail
ures had occurred, including commission and job
bing houses Money was stringent and real es-
tate had largely declined. The mining accounts
were very favorable. Colonel Fremont was over
taken in the mountains, going by the central route
TO San Francisco. Several Of the party had died
of cold and hunger. The Star OF the West sailed
for New York on the 3lst, with 5000, 900 in gold.
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nARsoN's LETTER AND CAP PA

~ per-An additional supply just received by
w. G. .ZANTZINGER,
Stationers' Hail. adjoining Irving Hotel.
Apr s--ifstSundWF
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RD~ Methodist Episcopal Church, South,
Eighth street, between ii and 1.-The pastor Rev. James
A. Duncan, will preach in this church tomorrow Sabbath
at IL o'clock, a.. IN, and " o'clock, p. APPS
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

Ca Rev. DR.. Gurley will preach in the Hall of the
Union Engine House, First ward, Sabbath evening,
9th instant at ~ o'clock. apr
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The Canal is now in fine navigabls order
throughout the entire line.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

VIZ ANT d, to Rent Two or Three
wv Story House between the avenue and G
street, and Cd and llth streets. Rent not TO ex-
| eeed $500 to S400.
Address c., at this office. Apr 6
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Dclusions.-We continue to hear Of "phe.
nomena" exhibited at private spiritual" convo.
cations; but, Judging from the character of the
reports, the performances Of the men and women
engaged in the diversions are not only of rdicu
lous, but Of pitiabe and disgusting character
attended with no good results, but, on the con
trary much Of evil, turning heads we'll Us ia.
bles.
1t seems that clergymen Of America and of Eng.
land are divided as to the source of the rappngs
and gyra,ons. Some of them think and boldly
declare that the devil is at the bottom of the won
ders while others maintain the reverse. Not a
few are in fog between the two speculations;
and the misfortune is that there is no present
prospect Of relief, except in an abandonment Of the
"cirsles," and return TO the substantially OF
life.
Within the last two years there has been Gre
ated spiritual literature, in newspapers and
books, the publishers of which reap handsome
gains; and even spiritual churches in accordance
with the new lights have been established, the
peculiar theological notions having been com.
manded or suggested by writing mediums or table,
rappers.
We doubt not many of the { spiritualists are
honest, and that they believe in tho manifesto
tons" Just as children or ignorant adults be-
lieve in ghosts, while others, as in different
branches of business, have an eye single to the
pecunary returns.
In the play of Macbeth, third scene Of the
second act, porter enters and thus sooquIzes
The language is somewhat apropos to the subject
of which we have been speaking. He says;
"Here's knocking, indeed! If man were
porter of hell-ga he should have old turning
the key. [Knocking.l Knock, knock, knock.
Who's there, i the name Of Belzebub! Here's
farmer that hanged himself on the expectation OF
plenty. Come in time; have napkins enough
about you here you'll sweat font. knocking.l
Knock, knock Who's there, the other devils
names Faith, here's an equivocator, that could
swear in both the scales against either scale who
eouivocated treason enough for Gods sake, yet
could not equivocate TO Heaven.
Knocking Knock, knock, never at quiet! What
are YOU But this place is too cold for hell; III
devil porter il no further. had thought 10
have let in some Of all professions, that go the
primrose way to the everlasting bonfire. knock
ingl Anon, anon pray yom remember the Por-
ter
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

New Trial Refused.-ALnANY, april 4-Thc
court Of appeals this morning sustained the decis-
ion of the supreme court, refusing new trial Of
the case Of John Hendrickson, jr., tried and con-
victed in the oyer and termiuer, held in thi, cty
last July, for the murder Of his wife by poison He
will, therefore, be hung.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08
COPIES or TEsTIMoNIATs

From H. |. M. Napoleon III--Je cert6e que
Mr.. Levi enleve les cors avec une extreme abili-
te. Aout l649.
LOUIS NAPOLEON BoNAPARTE.
Washington sentinel., 1854-04-08

nor RENT, well furnished House,
II pleasantly situated, in the west end. For
particulars, apply at this Office. Mar 25-tf