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piled by tae Commissioners of Pensions in
1919. In addition, the resolutions laws, and ord.
nances ofthe old Congress, showing the pay 10 Of
fcers ofthe line and the staff OF the army the hos
pital department and medical staff, and OF the
quartermas,ers department; half-pay OF the line
under the resolve Of October 2lSt, l7S0; under
other resoluiions TO officers TO officers OF themed
ical department and medical slaf, chaplalnsT and
commula,lon pay under The resolution Of March
22d, 1883; together with the names Of the officers
of the continental line Of the army in all the States
who served 10 the end of the war, and acquired
the right ofcommutation pay; with the names OF
officers killed in battle, or who died in service.
Price 81 sent postage free TO any part ofthe Uni
ted States. For sale at
TAYLOR & MAURY'S Bookstore,
Feb Ia Near Ninth street.
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HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGA-
Ill zine has now reached monthly edition OF

TTARPER,S NEW MONTHLY MAGA-
El zine has now reached a monthly edition OF
over One Hundred and Twenty-Five Thousand
copies and the demand for il is still increasing
with greater rapdity than ever This unpara-
leed and unexpected success has compelled the
publishers 10 resort 10 extraordinary means for
printing the work with the requisite rapidity, and
at the same time preserving the typographical ele-
sance by which il has always been distinguished
1t is now electtotyoea by new process, which
makes il easy to print any number Of copies from
the same plates, without in the least mpairing the
clearness and beauty of the impression. The
publishers desire to repeat their cordial acknowl
eagments to the press and the public for the ex-
traordnary favor which has thus far attended
their efforts 10 interest and instruct the great body
of the American people, and 10 renew their as
surances that every possible effort will be made
10 increase still further the claims Of their maya
zine upon public favor and support. 1t will con-
tinue 10 present, at the cheapest price, the most
interesting and Instructive literary matter original
and selected, domestic and foreign, in the most
elegant and convenient style, and accompanied by
the finest pictorial illustrations which lavish ex-
penditure Of money can command They appeal
with confidence To the past as guarantee that
their promises for the future will be abundantly
fulfilled.
TERNs.-The magazine may be obtained OF
booksellers, periodical agents, or from the pub
lishers at three dollars year, or twenty-five
cents number. The semi-annual volumes, as
completed, neatly bound in cloth, al two dollars,
and muslin covers are furnished 70 those who
wish 10 have their back numbers uniformly bound
at twenty-five cents each. Six volumes are now
ready, bound. The volumes commence with the
numbers for June and December; but subscrip-
tions may commence with any number.
Agent for Washington,
Odeon Building, cor. Al ST. and Penn. av.
Gov, ~
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4 CO-PARTNERsHIP HAVING BEEN

IN formed on the Is, instant by the subscribers
for the purpose OF conducting the Tailoring bns-
ness in all its various branches in this city, they
respectfully invite all who wish 10 purchase or
have made Goats, Vests or Pantaloons of the
newest and most fashionable style 10 call at their
place of business. in Mofils buildng east side of
~ street. and near Pennsylvania avenue, pledging
themselves 10 strive earnestly, and they doubr not
successfully, 10 crafty the taste Of the most tas
tidious. ]. r. THOMPSON,
A. s. GARNER,
Feb 15-d1wSeo3w Late Of New York
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NTEw JEwELRY sToRE.--The sub

IN scriber would most respectfully inform tho
citizens of Washington and vicinity, that he has
just opened very choice and select assortment
Of fine Gold Jewelry, rich Silver Ware, best quail
ity Of Gold and Silver Watches, Gold and Silver
Speclaces. Gold Chains Seals, Keys, Gold and
Silver Thimbles, Gold Lockets, Pens Pencils, &c,
&C. All of which he now offers for sale by the
single article as cheap as goods Of the same quail
,y can be purchased for in any other city in Amer
ica; ; so that purchasers can be supplied here as
well and as cheap as in any other city. Please
call at the store formerly occupied by Mr.. Steven
Eddy between al and 9th streets, north side
Pennsylvania avenue.
II. o. HOOD.
P.S All kinds of Watches carefully and neatly
repaired by
w. w. AoLLINGSWoRTH, Matchmaker.
Dec S--ly (m) 5U sMs1
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MisfflIanf0ns.
DEwARE OF IMPosIToN.--The under

DEWARE OF FIMPOsITON.--The under
I'D signed, propretors OF hotels in Washington.
advise all persons visiting said city not TO deliver
their checks 10 the baggage-master, who passes
through the ears between Baltimore and WASH
inglon, but 10 retain them until their arrival at the
Washington depot, where they will hndthe porters
Of the hotels, who will take charge OF their checks
and conduct them 10 the hotel coach. By pnrsu-
ing this course they will avoid double tax on
their pockets by having themselves and their bag
gage conveyed for the same fees rs are charged
by this monopolizing agent for the baggage alone.
and they will al the same time avoid the vexa
tons, delays, and disappointments which con-
stanty occur from one individual having charge
of the baggage for the whole city.
j. C. All. A. WILLARD, Wizards Hotel.
NJ A. DEXTER, National Hotel.
Feb l2-eo6t
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yEO SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF

TENU SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF
the House Of Representatives.--Ag gentle
man who has had twenty years experience as
parliamentary, legal and 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 10 do either for
the press or of any other description Desiring
some mode Of employing those hours until the ad-
iournmen 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
.muncations addressed TO =. B. T., at Mrs. Wards,
corner of Al street aud Missouri avenue, will meet
with prompt attention. References ofthe highest
order. #M Feb 2--if
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NE PLUS ULTRA HAVANA CIGAR STORE,

NE PLUS ULTRA HAVANA CIGAR STORE,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL,
Under the National Hotel, Penn. Arenue.
THE SUBSCRIBER HAS JUST RE-
II ceved, direct from Havana, the following
choice brands Of Cigars, which he can, with con-
6dence recommend TO all epicures, as being Of the
most delicious flavor:
.lLondres, Cabanas (Londres,) Panetelas,
Rio Hundo, Cabanas Victoria,
La India, Trabucos, El Delaite.
Consuelo, Consolation,
Among his stock of Chewing Tobacco, the un-
derme eniioned favorite brands will be found
Virginius, Pride Of Virginia, El Dorado,
Diadem, Goodwin's Patent, Koh-I-Noor.
The Kohl Moor tobacco is put up in small neat
boxes, at SIS each, or 37a cents plug and is ac-
knowledged TO be the most palatable tobacco yer
chewed
Turkish pipes, smoking tobacco Of superior
quality, canes, umbrellas, razors, shaving soap,
can de Cologne, with a variety Of miscellaneous
articles always on hand
G.. S. McELFRESH,
Under the National Hotel
Nov 17-3md (ml
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WRITING ACADEMY.
Washington Place, Seventh street, oppo-
site the Post Office.

NNRACY d WILLIAMS, late Professors
Il of Penmanship at Duif's college, Pttsburg,
beg 10 announce 10 the citizens Of Washington.
that they have opened an ACADEMY al the
above address for the reception Of ladies and
gentlemen desiring of acquiring ease, elegance,
and rapidity Of Penmanship. Those who place
themselves under their instruction will be carried
through course of practical exercises, such as
will ensure them a free, bold, and rapid use ofthe
pen. Their system ofteachng has been univer-
sally lauded by the press of Ohio, Pennsylvania.
and New York Their specimens comprise every
style, both plain and ornanental to which they
would solicit an inspection by the citizens Of
Washington and its vicinity.
TERMs.-S5,0o for twenty lessons Improve.
ment guaranteed to all.
VisIrINe CARDS. SO per pack, written in an I'M
equaed style.
Feb lind
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MisreIIane0ns.
CYTHERE Is THE sCIENCE OF MEDI

n
wv s-In the las, thirty years, in the cities
OF New York. Boston, and Philadelphia, fifty thou
sand persdhs died of consumption. In Great Bri-
tain during the same period, the mortality OF con-
snmptive persons amounts 10 sixty thousand.
Caomel, Of course. killed every one of them.
There is no blessing like that OF health particu-
larly when you're sick.
IMPORTANT SOURCES OF BODILY ViGoR-Exer-
else, temperance in eating pure air, frequent bath
ing, abstinence from stimulant luxuries and the
abuse OF sexual passions, pure and nutritious
diet.
Patent medicines will do for rats but for men
undo. The Greeks made Socrates swallow hem
lock, because in that time there was not poisoned
patent medicines
Daily Morning Draughts 10 be taken early, by
every person with pulmonary consumption, or in
fammation in the lungs and take walk without
fatigue.
She asses milk, one pint; Peruvian bark, fine
ly powdered, one dram; Mucilage of gum Traga-
cant, one dram Mix, and take them all at once.
AT noon, Spirit of Mindirerio, one fluid dram !;
fracture of Gentian, one dram; Spirit of Castor
one scruple: Paregoric, one dram; Spirits OF
Nre, half dram: Port wine, half ounce; su-
gar or Honey, one scruple. Mix for dose,
Al night, going to bed, Exracl of Iceland oss,
one scruple; Opium, half grain to one grain or
instead OF Opium, add 10 the Iceland moss, Do
vers Powder, ten grains; Gum, quantum suf-
felt. Dose, six pills
This of course will not cure consumption in the
last stage, but is the best treatment (by parD for
that disease. Woman's breast milk is recommend
ed in the Island of Madeira, and al Malta, and is
very beneficial.
Physc. for the most part. is nothing else but the
substitute OF exercise or temperance. The sick
without hope, with old chronic diseases, that other
Physicians have never been able TO cure who are
actually suffering, especially those attacked peri
oaicaiy with Chills and Fever Rheumatic, Gout
SweIlings, Coughs, Habitual running, &c, will
please 10 call at my rooms at Mrs. Duvals. OPP
poste Browns Hotel.
RICARDO CORREA DA COSTA,
Feb 12--tf Teacher of Foieigh Languages
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s1lisrfllane0us.
n ENUiNE aEIDsIECK & CO. CHAM

Al
NJ pagne. The subscribers having been ap-
pointed by Messrs. Heidseck S Co. 10 succeed
Mr.. Charles EHger, 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 subjoned
card.
The Messrs. Heidsieck & Co, as set forth there
in, Justly claim 10 be alone enabled 10 send 10 this
country the genuine Heidsieck a. Co. Champagne,
under the same name and style as originally intro
duced INTO this market, now nearly thirty years
ago. they being sole proprieors of all the identical
vineyards. cellars, &c, which the founders and
orginators 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. s
We beg particularly TO notice that their brand
still bears the same name OF Heldsieck q Co., IN
full. by which it first became so favoraby known.
being thereby easily distinguished from other SINH
lar marks which have since appeared.
New YORK, JGnna,yl 1854
CRAMER S ABEGG.
Successor to Charles Engler,
and sole importers in the United States.
STANISLAUs MURRAY is our sub-agenl for
Washington and Georgetown, ID. e., and Alex
andria, Va
CARD.-Upon the dissolution of the old
firm, Heidsieck & CO., in 1891. the senior partner,
who had the sole charge of its liqndation, con-
tinuei The business. retaining exclusive possession
of the vineyards, vaults &c, which the original
partnership had enjoyed.
Our new firm are his immediate successors and
sole propretors ofthis well-known brand.
In order 10 distinguish the same from limitations
and marks similar TO our own, which have ap-
peared aud may hereafter appear in this market,
the name Of our firm in full will be found on the
labels and around the corks.
RHEIMS, Marh S, 1916.
Feb S-d2n HEIDSlECK 81 co.
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Odeon Building, cor. A st. and Penn. av.
p 21-tf4

ny CE.-The Books and Accounts be-
lN longing to the estate of the late William
Fisher have been left with W. G. Zantzinger
Stationers' Hall. adjoining the "Irving Hotel"
who alone IS authorized to receive and receipt for
moneys due the estate.
jan 3l-6td HARRIOT FISCHER.
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nHICKERING AND NUNN's AND

~ HIC II IL X NC AND NUNNS AND
" Clarke's Pianos. Just received, per
barque Celestia. from Boston, further supply OF
Pianos from Chickerng & Sons. Boston, Nunns
& Clarke, and Bacon & Raven, New York, whose
long experience and high reputation rank them as
the first factories in the United States; also, from
other approved manufactures.
The purchasers are thus afforded the advantage
of personal selection from an assortment Of in
struments so elegant and extensive. from the
most renowned manufactures at prices as low
they can be bought in the United States. Second
hand Pianos taken IN part payment.
BY the packet of Saturday from Boston, and by
transportation line from New York, shall receive
an additional supply of four more Pianos.
A complete assortment of Guitars, Violins,
Flutes, DC, Harp, Guitar, and Violin Strings, OF
best quality.
New Music received scmi-weekly.
RICHARD DAVIS,
Jan 2O--Gt PENNSYLVANIA avenue.
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BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD.

For Cincinnati, LouiSViHe. indianapolis, Colanl
bus, ZaRSsriUe, CleUelana, Toledo,
Chicago and 81. Loatis.
THNHROUGH TICKETS for all the above
i points can be had at the railroad station in
Washington.
Passengers leaving Washington at 6, A. NJ,
arrive in Wheeling in time TO connect with the
splendid steamers WINCHESTER and DUR
NAL for Wellsville, 40 miles from Wheeling !;
thence direct by railroad to Cleveland, Toledo,
Chicago, and Alton; thence by steamboat 25 miles
to ST. Louis. Leaving Washington at S. r NJ,
they will connect the next afternoon with the
splendid UNION LINZ" STEAMERS for Gin
cinnati and Louisville, and for Indianapolis by
railroad from Lawrenceburg.
Through tickets sold for Cincinnati, Louisville,
and Indianapolis; also for GAINESVILLE aud Colnm-
bus, by national road stages from Wheeling
Passengers holding through tickets can lie over
AT any point on the route. For Information and
tickets, apply 10 7. FL PARSONS, Agent, Wash
ington.
j. H. DONE,
Feb iii Master Transportation.
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MisreIIanfGns.
DEM MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE

nENN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE
IL Company of Philadelphia. Charter perpetual
All the profits divided among the policy holders.
This company is purely mutual Capital 100000
David L. Miller, president; John w Horner, sec
retary. This company has declared a dividend OF
25 per cent. on cash premiums received during the
year 1853 Pamphlets explaining rates, advan-
tages &C., will be furnished parties Interested and
such are earnestly requested 10 examine them be-
fore nsuring as few companies offer such induce
ments. JAMES J. MILLER, Agent,
Over banking house Seden, Withers aS Co.
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FENCING SCHOOL.

FENCING SCHOOL.
THEVALIER NIEDyIELSKI, late Major
" in the Hungarian army, instructs in all the
branches ,f the healthy aud gallant accomplish
ment of fencing, as taught in Europe and America,
and now the fashionable accomplishment OF an
American gentleman, so conducive to health,
graceful attitude, and defensive requirement.
Terms: Six lessons, So; IL lessons, IS, in ad-
vance.
Dec 15-d3m~
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NEW BOOKS AT TAYLOR AND MAU.
In ry's.--Heroc Women OF the West, com.
prsing thrilling examples of courage, fortitude,
resoluteness, and self-sacriice among the pioneer
mothers OF the western country, by JOHN
FROST, LII. d.; 4ea N,t
ESSAYS and Miscellanies, by Leigh Hunt 81
Tho Genius and Character Of Burns, by Po.
f;,ssor Wilson, OF the University OF Edinburgh.
Handbook Of Natural Philosophy and Aetrono-
my, by Dionysius Jardner, d. G. l.. eA gN8
Novels and Tales, 2 volumes, by Mrs. Caroline
Lee Hentz 4,1tt nteh
Feb ii Book Store, near 9th street
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INDIA RUBBER GOODS.-We keep al
i ways on hand a general assortment of the
above goods such as coats, cloaks cloths, piano
covers life preservers, and all goods made OF this
material. WALL IL STEVENS,
Pa avenue between 9th and 10th streets
Dec l0-3m
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TDWARD LfCEIr, SEM, Book Binder.
L Potomac Hail. corner Of Eleventh street and
Maryland avenue, over Clarke's Drug store, Wash
ington, d. G.
Every style Of book binding executed. either in
velvet, Turkey Morocco, Russia, or fancy colors,
calf
Periodicals and Music neatly half bound.
Mr.. LYcETT respectfully suggests TO his friends
that while much has been done to transmit family
records little care has been taken 10 preserve pa
rental likenesses. He takes this method TO inform
his friends and those DESTROYS Of perpetuating per-
sonal remembrances, that daguerreotype like
nesses can be inlaid on the inside of family
bibles, presentation books, or keepsakes, speci-
mems of which can be seen at his bindery, or he
be addressed by letter, which will be promptly
attended to-
Dec l3-3meod (m)
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uvATCHEs. wATCHEs!--J. Y.savage,

NV TATCHES!W S!WATCHEs!- f.Savage,
wv No. O2 Fulton street New York, has an ex-
tensive assortment Of fine Watches, consisting OF
T, f. Coopers Duplex, NJ J. Tobias a. Cos, r.
Liverpool, &C., &c. varying n price from SIS or
sloO. Gold Lepincs, four holes jcwelled, s25; !;
Detached Levers thirteen jewels, $50; superior
fun icwelled English Gold Levers from $50 10 S60
The whole OF the above watches are carefully Sc
lected by myself, and being put up under my own
inspection, can warrant perfect time-kcepers
Gold Pens, of nv own maze, Of superior work
manship, warranted 10 retain their points, for 50
So and 81. Pens without cases, rs cents, 81 So
50 and So Sent to all part. of the conn,ry free OF
postage Old pens re-poinied and made equal to
new for SO cents Dec J'-lv
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DEAL ESTATE AGENcY.-The Sub

ID EAL ESTATE AGENCY.--The Sub
III scriber pays special attention to the sale and
purchase of Real Estate in this city or its vicinity
Persons who wish 10 purchase or sell, will find il
TO their interest to cali on him. He also, as here
tofore, will buy and sell Land Warrants or Scrip
negotiate loans, give prompt attention 10 the co-
lection of debts, as well as the prosecutor OF
claims before Congress or any Oft the departments.
Office over Selden, Withers & Co.'S bank, to
whom he refers.
JAMES ]. MILLER.
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NEW MUSIC PIANOS. &c.

NEW MUSIC, PIANOS, &c.
WE have this week published the " Star
w Schottische," by G'Schwend, and dedicated
10 Messrs Waaoh 4 Hope. of the Evening
Star
This is very pretty Schottische, and our friends
should not fail 10 secure copy. We have also
recently opened i've new Pianos, from the estab-
lishment Of Knabe, Cache & Co.,. and one from
Firth, Pond, 6c Co., n Y. 10 all of which we in.
vite the attention Of those in want Of frst-rate
instrument, as we are determined to sell at very
low rates.
JOHN F. ELLIS,
Pa avenue, between 9th and 10th streets.
81 Dac Sim 81 I'M H q. Myh
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HHEAP NOTE AND LETTER PAPER.
~ A very large quantity of paper. consisting of
Foolscap, Legal cap Record cap, Quarto Post,
Bath Post, Ladies' Bath Post.
Commercial Note and the various sizes of Note
Paper, plain, ruled, or gilt
Bill Paper, broad or long.
Tissue, Glazed, Envelope, Tea, Straw and
Fancy Papers, Pastcboards, Drawing Paper. &C.,
for sale low, by GRAY 4 RALLANTYNE,
Feb 10 Seventh street
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nAPIER MACHE ARcHsrEcTURAL

Decorations.-The attention OF Architects,
builders and others. is invited 10 this new mate
rial, which is now so extensively used al the
north for house and church decoration. For beauty
OF finish and durability, il is equal TO carved wood
and is much cheaper and in every way superior 10
plaster. We are prepared 10 fl orders upon the
sbor,a.t notjce nj the manufactory prices.
ADAMS 81 HASKINS,
Agents for Boston Papier Mache Co,
Pa. avenue, north side, bet 10Th and llih sts.
Tan 1S--eotf f.-f 4saE - g
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DoYs AND GIRLS MAGAZINE FOR

DoYs AND GIRLS MAGAZINE FOR
Id lS54.--Get the best! Let the Children~de
eide! Forres.ers Boys and Girls Magazine for
1854; an illustrated monthly for the young Edit
children in the country. One hundred beautiful
engravngs during the year. To its matter the ed.
iior will impart increasing variety, interest, and
value. 1t will embrace historical sketches, anec
dotes Of natural history. brief spicy outlines ofthe
various sciences, biographies oiihe childhood and
youth OF remarkable men and women, moral sto
ries anecdotes, choice sayings, puzzles, &c. &C.
Also, series of papers on the An Of Pencil Draw.
ing, illustrated with engravings.
1t is designed 10 make this magazine superior TO
any in the country-a pleasant companion 10 lis
Young readers, and reliable auxiliary 10 the pa
rem, in the work Of home education. Terms, 81
per year.
Agents for the district,
GRAY & BALLANTYNE,
Jan Is 7th ST., near Odd Fellows hall