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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-12-30

HT BOOKS, ANNALS &C.-THE LARGEST AS
" sortment of annuals albums, gift books, juvenile
and toy books paper mache and rosewood work boxes
writing desks, portfelios ladies' and gentlemens dress
ing cases retcules fancy boxes card receivers pearl
and ivory tablets porte card cases. souvenir
CANNON and checker Boards donnoss, games, dissect
ing MAPS puzzles pocket cutlery, paper fowcrs motto
papers and chdrens tea SETS fancy stationery
Ac c together with all kinds Of holiday presents at
Bgsar's old stand, 90 Canal street, Broadway.
JACOB SMITH Jr., Succe ssor.
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POST OFFICE NOTICES.

DOsT OFFICE, NEW YORK, DECEMBER %, 1861
There being dispute TO the circulation of papers
claiming the advertisement by this oce OF uncalcd for
letters notice hereby given that the Postmaster will
receive evidence and decide upon tho fact under and
pursuant to the regulations Of the Post Once Depart
ment printed statement, for the information Of per-
SONS desiring compete for the advertisement axing
and defining the limits and boundaries Of the territory
deemed by the Postmaster to be embraced within the
range of the delivery Of this Office the time within which
evidence must be submitted and the particulars Of the
evidence required, and blank adavits in which every
detail to be shown properly and dennisey embraced,
will be furnished applica ton ct this onaee.
ISAAC " FOWLER. Postmaster
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-12-30

lRESENIS tOk TIE HOIIDAYB.--AS CHRISTMAS
il and New Years close ct hand, and the seasons
for gifts fast approschng the subscriber would respect
fay recommend his elegant stock Of clocks and fsrs 10
the giving pubio efs in which both the use
sortment Of velvet satin and moe antique eloaks made
the most fashionable style and Of the very best
be sxceed in any Of the larger establishments In the
city. Among his furs may be found the sabls, mink,
stone marten, 6tch and mountain narten, imported
pressy for his sstabsAnent and ut prices to suit the
depression Of the money MARKET and the
Of all As the Winter stock 10 fast disappearing, and
preparations being made for tbs Spring and Summer
trade, those desiring coaks and furs would do veil to
call and examine his goods quickly at his cloak and fur
establishment No. ~ Canal street, Bandrsth Building
four doors from Broadway. WN. B. McKxNZR.
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WINTER FASHIONS.

LII PARTIES DESTROYS OF PURCHASING GENUINE
"a fancy furs, ofmy well known make, are requested
70 call upon the subscriber, who Is closing out his fine
stock of furs unprecedented low prices. GEORGE
MAwSON, manufacturer of fancy furs, Az Maiden
lane
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CIrIS FOR TIE HOLIDAYS.-rHE SUBSCRIBER
" having imported moat sxtensivsly in anticipation
THE PRESENT HARD TINES, has resolved upon making
immense reduction in the prices Of his prsssnt mag
F, ni6eent stock Of
CLOAKs, sHAw1s, AND FURs,
ssmmeneing Monday, ths 18th Of Dscsmbcr-prefsr-
ring this to carrying large stock another
season. Parties, therefore, desirous Of mating pur
ehAs<- Tor presents have now opportunity of select
ng fos OF this richest and most extensive stocks
in the city, 1t unprecedented bargains.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-12-30

FUYS AND FANCY 0OUDS lUK THE HUllUAYS-
The undersigned has just received from his agents
in Europe and varied assortment OF toys for
which he deHes competition Those who dssrous Of
maAing holiday presents win And it to their axautags
to give him eaI. Wholesale dealers viii fnd here Q
very shoce beautiful selection Of goods suitable
the approaching holiday The undersigned begs leave
to invite his eusomers and the public generally to in
spect his stock Of toys and fancy goods and
spectfully solicts continuance Of their patronage
Remember the old stand 10 Division street. Chat
ham square. G. GOETZ (lAte Haas G0etE.)
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GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS.

III fornia diamond pins, e6 . 81 single stone IS 10
SO ladies' earrings, IS to els pins % to elo rnss
- TO $l2 they the real diamond that the
best judges are deceived l. J. JACOBS 4OT Broad
way.
HOLIDAY PREsENTs-CAEEs BEAUTIFULLY
III mounted with gold, silver, ivory and agate, of
whaebone and ebony also LADIES' and gentlemen's
brellAs Of the most tasty finish at 80 MAen lane
William street
1EwELRY -3s1 BROADWAY.-MANY ORDERS AND
q articles for presents not having been fulfilled and
delivered the sub crber respectfully informs his
toners that his Office will be open upon New Years day
PHILIP UMBACH, Successor to David RAFT.
NEW YEAR PRESENTS.-BOYS' TOOL CHESTS,
IN sleighs, skates veocpedes hobby horses, plated
and Britannia cutlery tea trays coffee urns, &c.
&c for sale at ST LvANS, 10 Sixth avenue OF
Waverly place.
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DREPARED EXPRESSLY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
JIG Roh and rare are the presents to be found at
CARRIERS lace mandatory. where to be
several new styles of lace OF our own invention
sistng of diamond point union and star point aces
passing anything accomplished by hand before
in richness and durability consisting Of Large asso
men coaretts collars and sleeves in SETS infant
robes head dresses bridal scar and every other article
capable of being manufactured in Lace made to order
to any pattern. Carter's lace factory and millinery
store No. sos Broadway, nearly opposite the Meropo
tan Hotel
nj AUIRAL FLOWERS FOR NEW YEARS Day
IN Whit can be handsomer for the table on New
Years day what suitable for present to lady
than basket of beautiful natural flowers, put up in
Relds unequalled styef Glentlemen Of taste, please
call At REID'S 8Oy Broadway
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-12-30
City Politics.

APPOINTMENTS AND REMOVALS IN THE REaIsrERx
orFICE.
The newly elected Register, John J. Dosne, Esq,
has sgni6ed his intention Of appointing and removing
the subjoned list Of fortunate and unfortunate indi-
vduas. just there is terrible scramble for ONCE,
''in and about the City Hall
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-12-30
DRY GOODS, &C.

A SPLENDID ASSORTMENT OF THE RICHEST EN-
"A broideries imported this season. and adapted for
rrs rco % ~ Oe sG.a .s week on A. cSs
collars and sleeves in SETS point oniton and Bruises
lace capes scarfs chemisetSes, collars sleeves collar
cites and barbes new designs Three cases of embro
dered and plain handkerchefs, just received PETER
ROBERT Co. 'S, 376 Broadway.
DRUHMs POINT LACN.-MIIER GRANT 81
ID Broadway. are selling point pAiguills valsncen
former seasons their stock Of black thrsad ves
s9uAled IN style and prices ALSO P.r. st. GsGi and
veraf articles in new description Of sce just invented
N. G. being the exclusive agents for IT.
DROCHE sHAwIs FRENCH MERTNOs, PARAMEr-
ID tas and wool plaids, at DE BEyOISE RAWSON'S,
stock will be offered lower prices than before
heard Of We have large assortment Of every descrp
ton Of dry goods which want to close entirely out
in the fore part January Please call and examine the
Them
N q. SUCKAU, COMMISSION MERCHANT I'M
sof. sushions sppsrs, .sssr S e.s.s ' BASKETS esar.
fancy china ware workstands and all kinds Of rscus
No. S07 Broadway, arst floor.
s REAT REDUCTION m THE PRICE OF cLOAK5
VT and mantilss-A T. STEWART 4 Co now offer
for sale the balance OF their stock OF closks
and snlas at greatly reduced prices. Their stock
comprises the most fashionable and popular style. Of
the day, all OF which have been manufactured and i'm
ported expressly for the city trade. Broadway Cham
bers and Reade streets.
n DEAL INDIA CANEI.S HAIR SHAwIS AND SOARfS
II Just received per ship Syren from Calcutta.
These desirable goods have been marked ut the lowest
cash prices to suit the times and are now ready for
hibition. A. T. STEWART CO., Broadway.
DEvOLUTION IN CHATHAM STREET.-NO KILLED
III wounded, but pesceable change in the man
Of doing tusiness Ever since the opening Of my
store have made it point and with great success, to
establish difference between myself and the majority
Of neighbour BY selling good articles instead Of rub
bish and, above all, by strictly adhering to the
price system. Well made shirts, OF my own manufac-
ture collars, cravats, stocks, &C., &c, equslng in
quality anything sold in Broadway, but at much inferior
prices Best quality Of Paris kid Gloves Of all sizes and
coors OTTO ERNST, 36H chatham street, one door
from corner of Tryon row.
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GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS.

A HANDSOME NEW YEARS PRESENT Is A SET
A of Jacobs Cafor nis diamonds-they arc equal TO
the real diamonds, and the tridny; pan and ear
rings set box Oil 5reAl diamonds would cost 500,
gent y pms, in every variety.
A RARE CHANCE FOR CHEAP HOLIDAY PRESENTS,
"A at Slater's book aud stationery store, No. 204
Chatham street. near the Bowery, (6rst floor up stairs
where he il temporarily locayed to sell out his entire
stock consisting Of extensive assortment Of choice
boxes, portfolios and large and splendid sssortmen
Of inkstauds, glove boxes, &c. Books and sbums int
ane binding juvenile and childrens books very large
entail OF which he wiz sell very low tor the
purpose Of briefly closing up his business.
J. SLATER, No. 204 Chatham square.
BEAUTIFUL AND APPROPRIATE HOLIDAY PRE-
Id seats-A large assortment OF rich golt and silver
snOuntSi canes, wholesale and retail, by WILLIAM +.
ROSf, ~ ReAde street. next 70 Stewsrts store,
.Broacway.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-12-30

GEORGE G. ALLEN, Importer,
Wholesale and retail IL Wan street,
second floor, Broadway.
NJ B-Open on New Years Day.
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TTOiIDAY PRESENTS--SPECIAL N0rICE.-N CON
III sequence Of the recent destruction by 6rs OF the
year OF the great fancy store Of H. s. Rogers 40 Broad
way the entire stock (above 900 WORTH OF rich and
valuable gifts unique toys recently collected in Europe
bv Mr. Rogers must be sold under arrangement with
the Fire Insurance Companies. These goods portion
OF which are slightly damagedby smoke and water win
lie sold at great sacrifice, without regard to cost Those
in want OF fancy goods jet bracelets perfumery ret
ues work boxes music boxes, games for old and young
toys Tor the children viii find this rare opportunity
H. s. ROGERS, Fancy Bazaar, 44e Broadway
TTOIlDAY PRESENTS AT MARSH'S ATHEN4EUM
III bookstore 175 Atlantic street, Brooklyn, consist
ing OF books papcr mache goods, portmonnaes, toys,
Juveniles games rcticules stationery, fancy goods,
music, eneravings, paintings. hAsshs i'o Atlantic
street.
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a peaceable movement. II il not concealed hero
that the intention of the parties Is to enlist al the
seugers in Of the California steamers and send
and ammunition with them. The Texan game is then
to be played over again, and, IL successful, Q
public is to claim admission into the Union. ColonsI
Kinney must not, however, rely upon the verbal as
he receives at the hands of General Pierce for
support The history Of the past demonstrates that
upon the first he and his expedition will be
unceremoniousy denounced by the Union he is now
ixuded. As matter of fact Notwithstanding the e.
forts made to win friends for the enterprise, il has
scarcely an advocate among the men Of standing and
The HERALD from time to time has given publicity to
the actual state Of the negotistons pending betwee4
Mr.. Commissioner Gregg and King Kamehameha
relative TO the annexation Of the Sandwich Islands.
Fou have and again explained that the pre-
sent administrators have from the 6rst refused to
s 70 Tim. S Sao . =
that he choose in his private capacity, to enter into
negotiations for the annexation of the islands he might
do so, and forward the result to Washington where,
the matter deemed advisable or expedent the cd
mnistr alton woad act uponn Notwithstanding all ths
denals which have appeared to the Of this
informs4ion it is undoubtedly true and the case stans
precisely in that position now Mr.. Gsegg, free whits
man and private citizen, has been working away vita
proper ZEAL and according to all accounts has nearly
completed treaty his hook, for the annexa&io
Of the islands But Ychange has come the Cabinet
and II is not deemed advisable to recognize the
gotiatons in any manner shape. 1t 10 believed Mr.
Commissioners Gregg has been written to by Mr. Marcy
and drsctsdo & have nothing 70 DO With any IT, trs.ty q
citizen Gregg and thus the whole affair qusshed Ths
first symptoms Of opposition were sufficient to frighen
our Cabinet and to extirgush for the present at least
the hopes Of the Sandwich Islanders.
good deal n said about ths failure Of steamers
and the English papers always copy such information
particularly gratifying Private letters hav, been re-
eeved here which state that the Hmalaya steam
the largest vessel built in England AID said to
be the best, is in the Malta dock being repaired
II is feared that she win have to be broken up her hun
not being strong enough for her power The Fngiish
papers are silent, but the fact can be relied upon.
The Virginia gubernatoral election does not como or
tin May next and is therefore, rather premature to
say what Wses chances The impression, however,
5 That much will depend upon the the Know Nothing
results in other States and II theSouth generally show
lge vote for the order the North has, that Viz
ginin will not be in the vocative.
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TUOImAY PRE2ENTS-THE SUBSCRIBER INVITES
III the attention Of the public to his splendid and
new stock of svsry, watches and diamonds At the low
- prices PHILIP UMBACH,
(Successor 80 David Rait)
No. 381 Broadway,
Corner Of White street, up stairs
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-09-11
WORCESTER DATLY SIP
Gtouee, &r.
THE METROPOIITAN.

A NEW AND SUPERIOR COOKING RANGE, man
ufactured and for sale wholesale and RETAIL by CIIILS0N
RICHARDSON, x CO., 374 Broadway, New York; also
81 and IS Blackstone street, Boston.
1t embraces all the modern Improvements, combining
beauty, durability and economy in the Of fuel with
perfect efficiency in operation The simplicity Of its
strucon, and the consequent facility with which It is
managed particularly commend it TO the attention Of those
in want OF drst-cass cooking range
The fire chamber is materially different in form from
that of any other range in present use, being construct
ed that by spreading the coal large surface and
burning it in thin stratum, the heat is equazed under
all the boiler openings.
The revolving grate supported by lever is adjusted in
such that the ire-chamber can be instantaneous
" empted while the range closed to prevent the
escape OF dust or ashes into the room.
The is OF extra size with the Hues arranged as
to in the highest possible degree equal amount
Of radiation every side beng elevated and level
with the top OF the rc-chamber; the draft is entirely up
ward and natural, The external plates lined with u
composition, which being n0-conductOr OF heat gives it
the advantages of a brick oven.
Under the oven is large and capacious Hot Closet
where is continually found mild and gentle heat rende
ing valuable service for warming dishes Of food. 4.
Being supplied with powerful w@ter-back, the range
may be made to furnish without fire large amount
of hot water, at all times for bath other purposes
Provision is also made Tor tine attacEme 81 hViar NIX
lures by which, in addition to its culinary dparmntt
subseryes important purpose for warming dining
room parlor either above adjacent 10 the appaft
ment in Which it is placed.
The Flutes are large and equally a'anei for burning
Anthracite and Bitumi0eUs Coal, Coke or Wood IL re-
uuires noa iticna fixtures for either. For those
purchasing transportation distance, it o,rS pccu
liar advantages being complete in ITSELF and in no respect
dependent on brick-wurb for any Of its tiues.
In points Of hnjsh workmanship and general appear
ance, it will not suAer by contrast with any
In respect cost it compares most aVaahy with eithel
of the Eerated-ovcn Ranges now ia market.
mch21 dawlv
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warming and FeHfzEaliIS furnace
Nine Sizes for Dwellings, School Houses Stores Churches,
Halls, Factories sc, &c.
FESHIs FURNACE has found it way among some of
d the most practical and scientific gentlemen of onr
land who firmly believe that Furnace e2tan can excel
it in its power for Warming, Efficiency in Pure Nentila
tion Economy in Fuel, Durability Of Structure, Com
venience of its Arrangement, and Perfection of Principle
Success entire wherever properly set.
Proofs that many hundreds Of these in operation
in all parts of own country, and in some parts Of
Europe, to which we permitted to refer those who
want the best Furnace made.
TON!
Is perfectly secured by the modus operani with this
Furnace, with any other yet inyenedand when
ing can more thoroughly Introduce pure air into all apart
mens of building, than the of one more of these
Furnaces, in connection with proper Cows and Nenucs
We furnish plans.
Also-The most approved RANGES, with Hot Air, Hot
Water and Bath Boiler, &c, now in use.
Also-A great variety Of Penrhyn Marble Mantes
Stone Chimney Pieces, and Pier Slabs, of the most elegant
and beautiful richest and raIeSt specimens the world at
fUrds representing the Italian, Pyrenese Egyptian, Gal
way, Spanish, SIENNA sc. &c. In style and finish they
stand unrivaei are very highly polished, retain their
beauty much longer than common MARBLE and not in
jured by coal gas smoke acids. Prices nom So to STA
each.
Paror and Chamber Frame Crates, u neat foreign and
domestic patterns.
Gothic and sem-circuar Registers Silver Tipped fitted
to Chimney pieces for ines Of air from chimney instead
OF floor
Iron White Metal, Bronzed, EnamolleJ, and Silver
Plated Hot Air Registers and Crates and School House
Nentilat0rs.
Orders for the most approved ROOF aud Chimney Venti
lators answered al short notice.
Cooking, P;rl0r, and Office Stoves, of Soap Stone
Iron, for Wood or soft or hard Coal.
Tin, Sheet Iron and Copper Work. to order,
Soap tone Sinks, Wash Tubs, and Bathing Tubs and
Slate Stone Heartls, worked to order at
ia s. i1S Blackstone Street,
&. w. DUNKLEE & co.'s,
Boston. March n. div formerly 81 & 81.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-09-11

w ORCESTER MUTUAL FIRE IN
w SURANCE COMPANY.
At the annual meeting OF this Company, held Decem
Der H. 1858, the following officers elected -
Presideni-Anthony Chase,
Tredsurer-Fred VIM. Paine.
SecretD y-Charles NJ. Miles.
DuectorS-Ebenezer Torrey, Fitchburg,
Paul Within, Northbridge,
Amory Holman Bolton,
AlansOn Hamilton, w. BrOokfied,
James 5. Woodwork, Worcester,
VIM. 7. Merrifield, "
David Lee, Barre.
David s. Messenger Worcester.
The amount OF Risk, Dec. l, 1863 was S12 527 074-
The number of Policies outstanding is l27IO The
Company sustaned the past year. II partial and Is total
losses amounting to Sl1 08 81 which have all been annie
ably adjusted, and paid with the exception of one of
$3.50, which has not yet been demanded. The net cash
funds Of the Company Dec 1853 amounted to s14732
$50 which is invested in Bank Stock and Mortgages en-
Real Estate.
1t win be from the Toenty Ninth annual Reoort
Of the Old Worcester Mutual Fire Insurance C05gDa.
n.y. that is decidedly for the interest of all who have
property located in the county of Worcester and of nc
class as received by this Company insure the same
at their Office.
They still adhere strictly to the policy which has ever
occurred their marked success.
Their risks confined to the County of Worcester
They insure only the safest class of property
They employ no irresponsible agents.
Ihey charge only such prmias are adequate TO the
risk. WY
They make no assessments but refund on an average
more than 90 per cent Of the premium received.
The steady Increase Of business year to year at
THIS oce notwithstanding the formation Of numerous other
conflicting companies the exaggeratons and msrepre-
eenAtlos OF their interested agents is sufficient proof
Of The soundness Of the principles which thlS Company
aaoe adopted and uniformly Joltoyed.
ANTHONY CHASE President.
CHARLES d. M Secretary. jn1o d&wH
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4 BERSONS WHITING PIANO FORTES
N OK MELODEONS-Wil do well to call at H. s.
NAsON'S New Piano Forte Ware Room, No. 200 Main
Street. and see what they do there before purchasing
elsewhere. disf je1s
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z a r E


By the present arrangement for running passenger
trains the New York and New Haven Hartford and
Springfield and Western Railroads. passengers have the
advantage OF day and from New York, Albany
Saratoga and Newport-leavng either terminus in the
morning, and arrive at the other in the evening Of the
day Passengers and baggage conveyed free Of
charge between the Boat and Railroad Station N Proy
dence. ISAAC IL SOUTHWICK,
jel9 d3m Prov. and Wor. Railroad
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-09-11

new and second hand REFRIGERAT0RS of all sizes
ind qualities for sac exchanged or to let Also Refrr
orators repaired.
Contracts by the year at fair prices Complaints of
promptly attended te
III Orders left at NJ B. GREEN'S ZIG Main st. Ellis
Office, 147 Main st. r,y5 ar
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" W NtNIOM GIllIuH.
saturday nights at $50 (instead of s.15.)
PROVIDENCE & WORCESTER Il. r.
Ciasssss AND -r z.s -
GszeSg STEAMER PERRY. L. - 80 ss; =

On and after June 18th, 1854 the Steamer Perry, Cap
tain Woalsey, will run tween PROVIDENCE L NEW
PORT, connecting twice day. each way, with the Proy-
dence and Worcester Bailro I'd, as folows
Leave Newport at A. NJ, and Ii NJ, connecting
with Morning and Evening Trains from Providence.
Leave Providence al A. NJ, and P NJ, or arrival
of trains from Worcester and Boston.
II Passengers may procure through tickets Railroad
Stations Of New York and New Haven Railroad, New
York; Of Western Railroad, Albany; Providence and
Worcester Railroad Worcester.