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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-02-19
Mislfllaaegns

NEW GOODS.-PARKER,a at his p
IN fumery and Fancy store under the Natal
Hotel, Pennsylvania avenue, is just openira
new and complete stock of goods, consistiniin
part, Of
GLOVES.
Ladies and gentlemens Paris Kid Gloves, all zes
PERFUMERY
Extracts, from the houses of Lubin and Preost,
Paris, and Harrison Philadelphia. II
Genuine German Cologne, Pomatum, 9uf
Marrow.
Cold Cream, Macassar Oil, w. ]. Bay Rum
Lows Brown Windsor Soap, Cleavers Ioney
Soap.
Lubin's Rose and Musk Soaps. #
Taylor's Transparent Balls, &c. j, H
o BRUSHES.
English, French, and American Hair Brasbes
in one hundred different patterns.
1, 2, 8, 4, and 5 row Tooth Brushes, London, made
NJ, for orc our a, sales y. expressly; ssMy;s
Tuck Combs, latest Paris styles I.
Shell, Buffalo, English coldpressed Horp india
Rubber Dressing Combs.
John Fen's premium ivory fne-teeth Combs, and
Pocket Combs.
s FOR SHAVING.
Guerlain's Roussers, and Harrisons Shaving
Military Cakes, and all ether shaving soaps
Badgers hair SHAVING brusne. very superior.
PARKER'S PREMIUM FAZOR STROP.
WASHINGTON March l2, lS49.
We the undersigned, having fairly tested Park.
er's Metallic Razor Strop Powder, 10 which the
Maryland Institute has award,d premium, take
great pleasure in certifying that it will keep the
razor in fine, smooth shaving order, without the
use of hone.
J. MACPHERSON BERRiEz, U. S. Senator
w. w. SEAToN, Mayor ,f Washington.
Hnuea nf Ranr nj m
Rev. T. NJ PEAsE Washington.
THOMAS J. RUsK, United States Senator.
HIRAM WALBRIDeE, Esq, New York city.
RAZORS
Wade & Butchers of our own importation.
ly-Ho from 25 cents to 81 % each. zee
Razors imported TO order, and all warranted.
Feb S--3t ag f4
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.EW JEwELRY sToRE.--The SUBJ

NTEW JEWELRY STORE.--The sub
In scriber would most respectfully inform tho
citizens of Washington and vicinity that he has
lust opeped very choice and select assortment
Of fine Gold Jewelry rich Silver Ware, best quail
ity of Gold and Silver Watches, Gold and Silver
Spectacles. Gold Chains, Seals, Keys, Gold and
Silver Thimbles, Gold Lockets Pens. Pencils, &c.,
&C. AL of which he now offers for sale by the
single article as cheap as goods Of the same quail
ty can be purchased for in any other city in Amer
lea 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
W. W. AoLLINGsWoRTH, Matchmaker.
Dec Sly m)
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II AFT J. E.--A splendid of superb
III CHEWING TOBACCO which was ex-
hibited at the Worl's Far, London from the cele-
brated factory of Langhorn 81 Sons, known by the
name Of Royal Arch Oronoco, will be rafHed for,
as soon as all the chances taken. II may be
seen at G.. S. McELFRESH'S,
Under the National Hotel,
Where may be found the choicest qualities of
Segars and Chewing Tobacco, TO suit the taste Of
every gentleman. Jan. 2S-2weod.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-02-19

NTOTICE.--We shall apply to the Commits
IN sioner of the General Land Office Of the Uni
ted States for Scrip, under the Act Of Congress OF
August 3is,. 1852, on Land Warrant, mo, 1881
issued from the Land Office Of Virginia, Feb 18th.
1853, 10 John Hardyman for his services a
lieutenant Of the Virginia Stats Line, in the War
Of the Revolution, which said Land Warrant has
never been located or otherwise satisfied,
4 III SAMPSON JONES, JR,
and other heirs Of W
JOHN HARDYMAN, decd.
Nov 15--2aw3m. sv3s a fg q
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MisfflIanegns.
HEIDsIEck . co. CHAM

GENUINE HEIDSIECk q co. CHAM
NJ IpagSrs--The subscribers having been ap
pointed by Messrs. Heid.ieck 81 Co. to succeed
Mr. Charles Engler, heretofore sole agent in the
In tbe United States for the sale of their Wines
who. this day retres from business, respectfully
call the attention of the public 10 the subioined
card.
'rhe Messrs. Heidsieck & Co., as set forth there.
IN, justly claim 10 be alone enabled to send to this
Country the genuine Heidsieck a. Co. Champagne,
Under the same name and style as originally intro.
uced INTO this market, now nearly thirty years
go 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. y.
we Deg particularly to notice that their brand
SIM bears the same name of Heidsieck dg Co., in
run, by which il first became SO favorably known
t'eing therehy easily 5;-..-o-.-ia os,.~.
lar marks which have since appeared.
NEW YORK. January !, 1854.
CRAMER IL 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
ndria, Va.
CARD.-Upon the dissolution Of the old
FIRM, Heidsieck 6 Co., in 1884, the senior partner
t1ho had the sole charge of its liquidation, con-
inued 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 of this well-known brand.
In order to distinguish the same from limitations
and marks similar 10 our own which have ap-
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 S, 1916.
Feb S--d2m HEIDSIECK 81 co.
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NEW MUSIC, PIANOS, &c.

NEW MUSIC, PIANOS, &c.
WE have this week published the " Star
wv Schottische,n by GSchwend, and dedicated
to Messrs. Wallach d Hope, of the Evening
STAR sH ta
This is very pretty Schotiische, and our friends
should not fail TO secure copy. We have also
recently opened FIVE new Pianos, from the estab-
lishment Of Knabe, Cache & Co., and one from
Firth, Pond, & Co.. N Y, TO 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.
Dac Sim, (m)
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YYTATCHEs!WATCHEsl-J.Y.savage,

& wv No. 90 Fulton street, New York, has an ex-
tensiye assortment of fine Watches, consisting OF
T. F. Cooper's Duplex, NJ J. Tobias u Co.'S, r
& G. Beesley's, Joseph Johnson, 25 Church street,
Liverpool, &C., &c, varying in price from SO or
Sio0. Gold Lepines, four holes jewelled, $25;
Detached Levers, thirteen jewels, $50; superior
full jewelled English Gold Levers from $50 to $50.
The whole of the above watches are carefully Sc
lected by myself, and being put up under my own
inspection, / can warrant perfect tine-keepers.
Gold Pens, Of my own make, of superior work
manship, warranted TO retain their points, for y,
50 and S. Pens without cases, 10 cents, III oO,
30 and s. Sent TO all parts of the country free Of
postage. Old pens re-pointed and made equal TO
new for so cents. Dec ts>-lv
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M A. TYSON & SISTERS
Seminary for Boarding and Day Pupils,

On r, bet,oeen l2h and 18Th streets. I
TIME THIRD QUARTER Of this institu-
ton commences this day. Tuesday. February 7.
The Principals have. in addition to their efficient
French teacher, Professor RAoULT procured the
services of very experienced French governess,
as resident in the family. This will afford the
boarding pupils especially every facility, as they
are now required 10 converse in this language.
For terms, &C., circulars ma e had at the prln-
cipal books res and Semin ry Feb s--dMarl
ENOR Evening Parties.--Gloves, Crayats,
II Ties and Scarfs, in. great variety, of rich and
fashionable styles. A full assortment on hand at
sss .st...s,. LANES
Gents Furnishing Store,
Pa. avenue, near Four-and-a-half street.
M Jan 29-eo2w
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HOMEOPATHY, its Tenets and Tenden-
H cies. BY JAMES Y. SIMPSON, M. ID.
The Art of Manufacturing Soaps, Candles &C.,
by Philip Kurten.
The Children Of the New Testament, by Rev.
Theophilus Stork, d. d.
Rankings Halfyearly Abstract for January,
1854. Just received and for sale by
Feb7 R. FARNHAM.
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MisrkllanaGns.
y MUTUAL LICE INSURANCE,

DEM MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE
Il Company of Philadelphia. Charter perpetual.
All the profits divided among the policy holders.
This company is purely mutual. Capital $500, 900.
David L. Miller, president; John w. Horner, sec
retary. This company has declared a dividend Of
20 per cent. on cash premiums received during the
year 1853. Pamphlets explaining rates. adyan-
tages, &c. will be furnished parties interested, and
such are earnestly requested TO examine them be-
fore insuring. as few companies offer such induce
ments. JAMES J. MILLER, Agent
Over banking house, Selden Withers Gy Co.
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HHICKERING AND NUNN,s AND

THIC * e RING AND NUNN'S AND
~ Clarke's Pianos. Just received, per
barque Ceestia. from Boston, further supply OF
Pianos from Chickerng & Sons, Boston. Nunns
u Clarke, and Bacon Il 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
soaal selection from an assortment of in
most rehbwffeu- nanuiurtofics, prices as low as
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, Violns,
Flutes, &c., Harp, Guitar, and Violin Strings, OF
best quality.
New Music received sem-weekly.
RICHARD DAVIS,
Jan 20-6t Pennsylvania avenue.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-02-19

5a SHIRTS! SHIRTS!! SHIRTSn!
QUALITY, lit, and workmanship guaran-
W tied, being wholly manufactured by our arts.
ans and seamsiresses, on the premises OF the pro-
prietor,
SIGN OF THE SHIRT,
Opposttc the United States Hotel q,
The reputation which these Shirts have acquired
amongst Members of Congress and large num-
Der Of our citizens, induces the advertiser to in
vite those gentlemen who have not tested them to
give him call, feeling assured that they will, on
trial, admit their superiority. An experienced cut
ter is constantly employed, and good fit ID war;
ranted in every case. None but the most compe-
petent seamstresses are engaged, which is guar.
aniee for the excellency and durability Of the work
H splendid assortment of Shirts, Collars, Bo-
SONS, Cravats, Handkerchiefs, Suspenders, &c.,
constantly on hand.
tn 91 4H3H4 WIN. H. FAULKNER. #
IL s. side Pa. avenue, bet. and AZ streets,
Nov S--eo1y. (m) opposite Y. 3. Hotel.
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rTNO SENATOR'S AND MEMBERS OF
the House of RepreseMtatives.-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 othe: 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 it upon the most reasonable terms. Com
inunications 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--tf
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-02-19

TDWARD G. DYER, Importer Of Cigars
I and dealer in Wines and Liquors, has Just
received, from his agent in Havana, 100000
washington Club = s'Prefata, and 'El Siglo XIX
Cigars to which he respectfully invites the atten-
ton Of dealers ard others.
ian 3l-tf
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MT OTICE.-The Books and Accounts be-
in longing TO the estate of the late William
Fisher have been left with w. c. Zantzinger,
Stationers' Hall. adjoining the "Irving Hotel,
who alone is authorizedto to receive and receipt for
moneys due the estate.
ian 31-6td HARRIOT FISCHER.
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BOOTS AND SHOES.--We would call the
attention of the public 10 our large and we-se-
lected stock Of Boots and Shoes, embracing every
variety usually kept in well ordered shoe store,
which we are determined TO sell low for cash or 10
known punctual customers
4 s GEO. BURNS & BRO,
Penn. av bet 9th and 10th sts and Al and 9th SITS.
Jan lI--eo2W
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-02-19

"OUSE TO LET.-One OH the corner OF
I'LL 21st street and Pennsylvania avenue, con-
tanning fifteen rooms, with carriage house and
stable; also, two-story House, with basement
and attic. Inquire Of
VIM w. DAVIS,
Dec loft Six Buildings.
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CARD. 5t
To the, Ladies of Washington, Georgetoscn, AIsr-
fr, rtf3 fr5f8 npdrta. &C. ltfy II #f;s

TO We1 Lddtes OF W dSNfHyIU"' ot0T Set0UH, zI'e1I
EI G6 fEfH andrta. &c. IN Hr3
"ENRY WEIRMAN'S ladies', misses, and
III childrens French shoes are sold by the un-
dersigned on 18th street, Just above Corcoran &
Riggs Banking House, in his new building with
the high marble steps, where he will receive la
dies orders, and keep constantly on hand every
variety of ladies', misses, and childfen's French
Slippers. &c, made 10 order by H. Werman, OF
Philadelphia, Of the best French gaiter materials,
and in the latest Partisan styles. These CATERS
are entirely different from what are generally
known as 4 sop-shop shoesi' being all custom
work, Of superior workmanship and warranted TO
give perfect satisfaction tGi9 a.ga8 n.
! Ladies. who value beauty, comfort, and econ
omy. will consult their interest by giving me a
cali, and examine for themselves.
0'''' - c. WEIRMAN,
18th street just above Corcoran q Riggs
Nov. 9--lyeo. (u) Banking House
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CARD.--Copartnership.-I have ass,

A CARD.--Copartners II have assoc
IN ciated with me in business, to take effect
from the 1st instant my brother, H. BuRNs. The
business will be known and carried on in the fu
ture under the name Of GEo. BURNS & BROTHER.
| would ask for a continuance of the liberal pa
tronage which has been bestowed upon me for the
last seven years, as there will be no efforts spared
by the new firm TO meet the wants of the public
in our line.
All persons indebted to me will please make
early settlement, by cash notes, as il is neces-
sary that my business should be speedily settled.
GEO BURNS
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MIR. BUsHNELL's SCHOOL, Thirteenth

MIR. BUsHNELL,s SCHOOL, Thirteenth
lyl street, between and G, Washington
The duties of this School will commence on the
10th instant The course of instruction will in
clude all the branches of a complete academical
education.
The number Of pupils will be limited to so many
as can be carefully and thoroughly instructed by
the principal himself, aided only in the depart
ment of modern languages. s n
The School Room will be furnished with desks
and other furniture of the most approved style,
and all its arrangements will be such as are best
suited to preserve order, facilitate instruction
and promote the comfort and improvement Of his
pupils
The Principal, graduate of the University OF
Virginia, has had long experience in teaching, and
he feels warranted by his past success, in assuring
those who may entrust the intellectual and moral
training of their sons to his care, that their Just
expectations will be fully realized
Terms per quarter (of eieven 1ceeksJ payable Ia adj
rance. u,
For the English Branches. SIS
For Classics and Mathematics. ....... '.3. Is
French and Drawing extra al "A
REFERENCEs.
Hon. James M. Mason, U. 8. Senate @ III
Hon John s. Caskie, of Virginia.
Hon William s. Ashe, Of North Carolina
Alfred Chapman, esq, Land Office
J. F. Adams, esq, Pension Office.
Rev William Sparrow, d. d. Theo. Sem, Va
Rev J. Packard, ID. ID. do. do.
Rev. c. M Butler, d. d. Washington.
Rev. E., r.. Lppet, do.
George G. Ames, esq. do.
Jan 14--eo3w
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CHILDREN AND INFANTS HATS and
" Caps, Of all styles and qualities "A large and
elegant assortment now on hand, at reduced
prices. at LANES A
! t.5 Fashionable Hat and Cap Store,
Feb 3-eo2w Penn. avenue, near Al street
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-02-19

THHE CHURCHMAN'S DIARY and Ec.
II clesiastical Calendar for 1854
Swords Pocket Almanac for 1854.
Just received and for sale by .lt
R. FARNHAM.
Feb Cor. Of 1lth street and Penn. av.
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-
THE NEW YORK AND LIVERPOOL
UNITED STATES MAIL STEAMERS.
Tile ships composing this lime are the toAoacing:
The ALLAN NTIC ....... Captain West.
The PACIFIC. C.......... Captain Nye.
The ARCTIC.... Captain Luce.
The BALTIC. ......... Captain Comstock
The ADRIATIC. ..... Captain Grafton.
- These ships have been built by
14s contract expressly for Government
~ service; every care has been taken
in their Construction, as also in their engines, to
insure strength and speed and their accommo.
dations for passengers are unequalled for elegance
and comfort.
Price Of passage from New York to Liverpool
in first cabin, $120; in second cabin, $70 Exclu
sive use of extra-size state rooms, $780, From
Liverpool to New York, f30 and EGO.
An experienced surgeon attached 10 each ship.
No berths secured until paid for.
PROPOSED DATES OF SAILING.
1854. 1854.
From Ne,o York From LirerpooL
Saturday. ..Jan. 7. Wednesday. Jan. IL.
Saturday. Jan. 2l Wednesday. Jan. 25.
Saturday. Feb. A. Wednesday. Feb. g.
Saturday. Feb l8. Wednesday. Fed. %.
Saturday. March 4. Wednesday. March s.
Saturday. March is. Wednesday. March 22.
Saturday. April j. "Wednesday. April S.
Saturday. April Is. Wednesday. April 10.
Saturday. April 20. Wednesday. May 3.
Saturday. May 13. Wednesday. May H.
Saturday. -. May 81. Wednesday. May 81.
Saturday. June TO- Wednesday. June IA.
Saturday. June a. "Wednesday June 28.
Saturday. July s. Wednesday July 12.
Saturday. July %. Wednesday. July 26.
Saturday. !. August S. "Wednesday. August 8.
Saturday. August 10. Wednesday August %.
SATURDAY.. :. .Sept.2. Wednesday. Sept. 6.
Saturday. ;. Sept. l6. Wednesday. Sept. 90.
Saturday. Sept. 80. Wednesday. .October4
Saturday. October Ia. Wednesday. October lS
Saturday. October 20. Wednesday. Nov. l.
Saturday. Nov IL. Wednesday. Nov. Is
Saturday. :. Nov. rs. Wednesday. Nov. 90.
Saturday. :. Dec. 9. Wednesday. Dec. 13.
Saturday. Dec. %. Wednesday. Dec. 81.
For freight or passage apply TO
EDWARD X. COLLINS,
No. Sc Wall street. New York.
BROWN, SHIPLEY IL CO.,
Liverpool.
STEPHEN KENNARD & Co,
No. 81 Austin Friars, London.
or JOHN MUNROE & CO.,
26 Rue Metre Dame de VICTORIES, Paris.
GEO. H. DRAPER, Havre.
The owners Of these ships will not be account
able for gold, silver bullion, specie, jewery, pre-
cious stones or metals, unless bills of ading are
signed therefor and the value thereof therein ex
pressed. Jant 2S-tf
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IHILDREN AND INFANTS Hats and
~ Caps, Of all styles and qualities. "A large and
elegant assortment now on hand, ot reduced
prices. Mt LANES f
Fashionable Hat and Cap Store,
s Pa. avenue, near ~ street.
Jan 2o-so2w
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ID EAL ESTATE AGENcY.-The Sub

II EAL ESTATE AGENCY.-The Sub
III scriber pays special attention 10 the sale and
purchase of Real Estate in this city or its vicinity
Persons who wish to purchase or sell, win find il
10 their interest to call on him. He also, as here
tofore, will buy and sell Land Warrants or Scrip
negotiate loans, give prompt attention TO the col.
lection of debts, as well as the prosecution Of
claims before Congress or anv Of the departments
Office over Selden, Withers 81 Co.'s bank, to
whom he refers. .a
s0 Dec 2----eod1m. ~ .batE M 49, M ~
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THE PILGRIM FATHERS; or the
Founders of New England in the reign Of
James tho First; with illustrations. Just imported
by TAYLOR & MAURf, Bookstore
Feb a Near Ninth street.
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VALENTINEs--For sale wholesale and re
Y tail, at LAMMOND'S, "a
Jan. 2s-3t Seventh street.
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THILDsS PAPER, AMERICAN MES
" scnger, Sunday School Advocate, Missionary
Advocate, Forresters Boys and Girls Magazine,
and National Magazine.
Subscriptions received for the above by
GRAY u BALLANTYNE,
Jan 20 Seventh street.
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GEO. II. DRAPER, Havre. "a
The owners Of these ships will not be account
able tor gold, silver, bullion, specie, jewery, pre-
cious stones. or metals, unless bills Of ladng
signed therefor, and the value thereof therein
pressed Jant 2S-tf
The weekly Placer herald., 1854-06-17

DFposITEs FROM FREsHETs IN THE
| SACRAMENTo. - During the subsistence
of the late freshet of the Sacramento,
says the State journal, an opportunity has
| presented itself for examining the amount
of earthly matter deposited on the banks
Of this stream. 1t is about five weeks
since the river reached its highest point,
and has remained in that position dun ing
the greater part of that time, until within
the past week, in which it has fallen a
little more than two feet. During one
month it is found that deposit of eight
and one half inches has taken place, or
10y a singe freshet Within one year
Pine log having diameter Of twenty
inches has been completely buried, and ii
deposit Of thirteen inches over its diane
ter. These measurements are made d-
rectly in front Of the city, where the banks
Of the river are straight, and where they
are subject to the action of ii direct and
strong current, and the effects of waves
produced by the paddles of our steamers,
and where few eddes exist; therefore the
conditions are more unfavorablp for an ex
tensive deposit, than in situations where
these circumstances are not found. W hat
lUeI tlluSL NC TIC CAtCU VI tHi5 Wv y S't
under favorable circumstances, as upon
points, or in places where Il ere are large
bends and natural eddies existing? BY
careful inquiry we find that at the dis
tance of one or two miles below the city,
deposites have taken place within two
years, which have shoaled the water seve
raj feet in different localities. and has ex-
tended itself from sixty to eighty feet out
ward from the original banks, and that
one of the recent beaches is now used
by the fsheamen for drawing their seines
upon. Under the circumstances, it seems
to us matter of much moment for con
sideration, whether serious obstacles may
not, at no distant day, be thrown in the
way of navigation, or force the river to
cut out new channels lateral to its present
course.