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Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

Scarcity OF SEAMEN.-The New York cham.
ber of commerce, in view of the scarcity of
American seamen, and the want of proper
means to supply them, have memorialized Con.
yress to propose method and establish sys.
tenn to remedy this great and growing evil.
In the memorial it is suggested that the estab-
lishment of naval schools in the principal sea-
ports of the United States would be best calcu.
lated to meet the necessities Of the case. The
memorial says:
"The expense Of the establishment would OF
course depend on the number of schools organ
lied. If were deemed expedient to procure
six hulks, two for anchorage at New York and
one at Boston, Portland, Philadelphia, and Bal.
timore, respectively, it is the. opinion Of your
memorialists that the total cost Of hulks and
equipment would not exceed $l50,000
The total annual cost Of mainten-
ance Of officers and boys, suppos-
ing complement of 200 boys
for each, would be Tin their
judgment about 100000
:" It is not a mere question Of the supply Of
merchant vessels or ships Of war with able.
bodied and capable seamen, but Of the protec.
uon OF the vast amount Of property entrusted
TO our ships and seamen; Of the maintenance
of our position as a maritime power; and the
protection OF those innumerable rights and in
terests which are identified with the commercial
prosperity Of our country"
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30
MISS ROBERTSON AT THE NATIONAL
THEATRE.

We have rarely, if ever seen any actor, male
or female, possessed Of more advantages, tai.
ents, and accomplishments, than this young
lady Beaatiful in person, an exquisite singer,
an accomplished danseuse, inimitable in either
humorous or pathetic pieces, none can witness
her performances without acknowledging her
very remarkable talents. Her versatility is
truly astonishing. She plays in male and fe-
male characters with equal success. She rep
resents with the same facility either French,
Scotch, Irish, or German characters. She is
now romping boy full of mirth, games, and
mischief; now serious, thoughtful, youth, full
of generous impulses, and noble aspirations;
and now lovely, dignifed, and accomplished
young lady, winning all hearts with her beauty
and her virtues. She seems to prefer those
light and lively pieces that abound in wit
humor, songs, and dances, to those heavy,
dragging plays that can neither excite hear
ty laugh nor stir a deep emotion. Her acting
is natural, spontaneous, and unstudied. She
delights all who see her. ," '.."
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

kind. Their theory of government challenges
alike the convictions and the sympathies of
mankind. There is in il enough of liberty to
satisfy the virtuous, and enough of government
to restrain the vicious. The difference between
our theory and the old federal theory is thus
briefly described by the 4rgas:
Fortunately the doctrines and habits of
the democratic party are such as to fit it for
the responsibilities Of political affairs. Fearless
and free in its action, it never shrinks from the
task of political reform, however radical, or
from the bold exercise of the power of govern
ment in the national defence or in the neces-
sary purposes of domestic order But it knows
how 10 distinguish between political affairs
(which are the province of political party
and those other concerns which pertain to the
liberty of the private citizen-exempt from the
domination of either factions or governments.
1t is an adage among democrats that the
world is governed too much and it is one Of
The cardinal ends Of their action as party to
shield the people against the unnecessary in
reference Of authority. They deny TO govern
ment the right to manage or control whatever
can safely be left to the discretion Of. individ-
uals in the exercise of their own free will
Hence the tenets of our faith are true and sim
pie, but they are comprehensive enough to en-
brace the legitimate ends ofgovernment. For
reasons that we have partly indicated, some of
them are merely negative-denying power
where power is unnecessary or might be dan
gerous. ."
"Thus our party limits itself to the functions
of a mere political party, and, by refusing to
bands its strength for the achievement Of prac-
tical good in its own field, instead of wasting
its energies upon wild or fanciful theories Of
social regeneration. 1t wars against factions,
because it loves liberty and factions are des-
potic. 1t shuns fanaticsm, because fanaticism
is intolerant and democracy is tolerant, hu-
name, and liberal. Serenely pursuing its own
grand and enlightened purposes, it has out
lived and will outlive thousand temporary
delusions and ephemeral parties. 1t stands
among the heated contests of Jealous factions
like rock among frothy waves, bidng its
time to assert the supremacy Of its principles
and vindicate its fitness for the high duties of
civil government If the democracy of this
county will but keep steadily in view their
time-honored principles, they, too, will prove
that their party is the best support of liberty
and good government, and will preserve the
confidence OF all wise and upright citizens
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

in our humble judgment, utterly and. entirely
illegal Acquiescence may have given it some
binding force on the Missouri compromise
principle; but still we think that the statute
of limitation might not prevent the Committee
on the District of Columbia from inquiring
into the matter, so that all the facts of the
case May be presented to the public for the
edi6cation and enlightenment of the public,
even if no better result is accomplished than the
satisfaction of some persons who are not salts
fed now. "H
The transfer of government property gave a
monopoly almost to the Gas Company, and the
privilege has been used as such privileges are
always used. No individual, unless his means
be very immense, can pretend to compete with
a company which has such advantages. But
an association of individuals may do so. We
trust that such an association will be formed,
and that Congress will see fit to give them a
suitable charter so that the citizens of Wash
ington, and the government ITSELF may enjoy
the benefit of wholesome competition in the
supply Of very necessary, and at present a
very costly article.
We intend to follow up this matter; and
therefore we invite communications which will
give us information and enlighten the public
with regard to it. But, whilst making this an
nouncement, we must say that all communi.
cations, stating facts or containing complaints,
must be accompanied by the names of the au,
thors. We do not wish to make mistakes; and
will not be led into error, if we can prevent it.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

"ANoTHER ScULPToR.-We have been shown
beautiful work of art executed by Mr. Barbee,
OF Page county, Virginia, gentleman with
whom the inspiration of genius seems to have
superseded the advantages of study or observa-
ton. The subject of sculpture is the nymph
Psyche. Our classical readers will remember
the NEUROLOGICAL allegory of immortal love, in
which Cupid, becoming enamored of Psyche,
conceals her in the forest. His vindictve
mother discovers the amour and puts the nymph
to death; Jupiter revives and renders her i'm.
mortal. .>...
Moore has alluded to, her ethereal beauty
in the lines -.
"' Sweet Psyche many a charmed hour -
Through many wild and magic waste, :.
To the fair fount and blissful bower
Have in dreams thy footsteps traced
"From these the sculptor has embodied in a
statuette the idea of Psyche startled The
nearly nude figure shrinks as if suddenly ar
rested by alarm; the hands are extended in
depreciation of danger, the face slightly turned
as if listening with acute apprehension. TIE
design is chaste, and the execution admirable.
This, we learn is the first work ever executed
in marble by Mr.. Barbee, and the second in
any material. He had seen but one statue
the Greek Slave-when this was undertaken
He designs, we understand, visiting Italy; and
we do not doubt but the culture OF his genius
will add another eminent sculptor to the list of
American celebrities"
We copy from the Baltimore american the
above notice. We have seen the work of Mr..
Barbee, and consider the eulogium every way
deserved. We trust that the promising young
sculptor will meet with deserved appreciation
in his visit abroad, and that he may return en-
couraged to persevere in the noble art to which
he has devoted himself
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30
A NEW NAME FOR CONQUEST AND
'.a#.. ANNEXATION.

When the British government covets the
territory of another nation, and forcibly wrests
it from that nation, after perhaps bloody and
atrocious war, it thus announces the acquisi-
ton, or its journals do :."The territory has
lapsed into or been amalgamated with our pos
sessions" ....
the same act or one of far less turpitude
and atroeity were perpetrated by our govern
ment the harshest terms and the most oppro-
bious epithets would be applied to us. The
New Orleans Delta, in commenting on an art-
Gle in the Albion, which announces the acqui-
sition BY Great Britain of Nagpore, holds the
following language:
80 Has lapsed into or been amalgamated with
our possessions this is John Bulls mode OF
expanding the area of has freedom He first
surrounds a province with his colonies ap-
points resident agents, whose business it is to
intrigue and produce internal revolutions and
distractions in the desiderated territory; and
then, when it is torn asunder with domestic
quarrels and wars, Bulls brawny arms are
ready 10 receive the weakened and PROSTATE
power. and to add it to his already vast empire
Such proceedings are so common that they are
announced as small items-as daily occurrences
which are despatched in single paragraph of
newspaper. But let the United States extend
its protection to neighboring people, similarly
weakened and distracted, and then the whole
world is convulsed with Indignation and horror
at such a manifestation of republican ambition
and territorial aggrandizement."
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30
THE MEANS EMPLOYED TO DEFEAT
THE NEBRASKA BILL.

The opponents of the Nebraska bill use every
conceivable form Of argument to prejudice
that great and wise measure. With more sub
tlety than truth, they urge every variety Of
argument to catch every diversity of character.
They seek to begnile wings with one kind of
argument; democrats with another kind. They
set snares for northern men, and traps for
southern men. They mix with this question
considerations of religion, in order TO catch
the pious and pirate of philanthropy, in order
TO win those ignorant and deluded men who
imagine that the high duty derolves on them
Of ameliorating the condition of maukind.
They adroitly appeal to foreigners to array
themselves against il, because it is prejudicial
to them. All the isms Of every kind are dealt
with in the same manner. ,.. ..:
That there are able men in the ranks OF the
enemies Of this bill, We viii not be so uncaudid
as TO deny. That some OF them hare made
elaborate, learned, and ingenious speeches
against il, ~e cannot dispute. Ii, this We viii
ssy, thai whilst these speeches abound il
rounded periods, IN cunning sophistries,. in
subinased su5tleties, ard IN ingenious state
neuts, and yet more ingenious deductions,
We hare not ret heard or read ore single really
strong argQmeu, against it from any source.
This being the ineTitable consequence Of hold
ing the weak side Of ;he question, we feel 10
surprise, after the failure Of men Of eminent
talents 10 DO themselves justice at the puny,
j, By the balk ot its enemies, the tag-ag and
bob-tail. -
Instead Of arguing OF priacir!e, these latter
deal in misstatemeEts Of facts, il unjust impu-
tatians, and in vulgar personalities. The las,
argument Of the kind that we have met with is
the following taken from very sapient Phila-
delphia paper, the 'Register. Judge Douglas"
SAYS the Register. " visited Russia. last sum.
mer, was closeted with Car Nicholas and
seems to have made up the Nebraska bill from
his suggestions and on the model of some OF
the ukases Of that hardened enemy Of republi-
canism. 1t will be a proud day for the des-
pots Of the world when Douglas succeeds in
shutting out free laborers from our immense
northwest territories" Now, the Emperor OF
all the Russias is a mighty man and very
wise man. He is not apt to engage in any
thing that does not turn out successfully. With
him as its friend, the Nebraska bill may defy
all its enemies including the Immaculate Kos.
suth even, should he declare against it.
But such things as the above are seriously as
serted by men and journals acting under allthe
esponsibilities to high public position.
and claiming to give to the masses correct in
formation in order that they may form correct
opinions. Nor are such assertions without
their effect on weak and ignorant minds. Some
such persons will no doubt piously believe that
the czar had a hand in the Nebraska bill, as
they saw it so asserted in prin, aad in the pa
per they are accustomed to read.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30
From the Charleston Standard, of 2lst.

Death of Hon. ker Boyce.-It is with great
regret that we have to announce the death OF the
Hon. ker Boyce, late of this city. He died at the
residence Of his son, Rev. James Boyce, at Co
lumbia, on Saturday night, quarter TO IL o'clock,
aged " years We cannot state the precise nature
of his disease II is only known that week from
Wednesday last he was attacked with violent
pain about the region of the heart; and though re-
lieved by bleeding and depicting agents, he was
too much prostrated to recover, and, lingering on
amid the hopes and fears of his friends, he ex-
pred at the period which we have mentioned
DR.. Powell, of Columbia, was his attending ply
sican, and at one time during the attack he had
the services Of DIR. Gibbs.
Mr. Boyce was a native Of Newberry, whence
he removed to Charleston about the wear 1877,
being then about thirty years of age and here
commenced business as factor and commission
merchant, from which he retired about twenty
years after with very large fortune. Soon after
this, however he succeed General Hamilton as
Institution he presided for many years, and for
eight years Of that time he held seat from Char
lesion in the Senate Of this State.
Retiring voluntarily frem the presidency Of the
Charleston Bank, he devoted the latter years Of
his life to the management Of his private fortune
and, in the prosecution ofth various enterprises
in which large part of his funds had been invest
ed, he was one Of the five who projected and
carried out the Hayne street enterprise, resulting
in those magnificent establishments forthe whole-
Hotel. He was, from its commencement up to
the period of his death, large stockhoder in the
Graniteville Manufacturing Company There were
many other enterprises in this and the adjoining
States in which he also took prominent part,
and il is to his capital foresight that much Of the
present prosperity and advancement of Chaita-
nooga is attributable
Mr.. Boyce continued his active business habits
up to the time of his last illness. He was pos
sessed of strong constitution and a remarkably
stout heart. and has never been known TO shrink
from opposition, whether arrayed against himself
or his friends. Offrends, he had very many; and
we doubt whether there is another man in this
State to whom so many Of its younger men have
been indebted for assistance in the trials which
have come upon them.
II is with pleasure that we are able 10 state that
he died with his family around him. His children
had been summoned upon the occurrence of his
last attack, and all but one were with him at his
death. To these he was tenderly attached, and,
amidst their affection at his irreparable loss it is
to them Of mournful satisfaction that they
able 10 extend to the close of his life their
last sad Offices of affection.
Hewas buried yesterday afternoon at the Second
Presbyterian Church. The Rev. James H. Cuth.
bert, assisted by the Rev DR.. Smythc, performed
the funeral services.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

Heavy Swindling Operation.-One of the
most expert cases of swinding ever coming to our
knowledge occurred in the city Of Albany of Sat
urday evening" The circumstances as fol-
lows: Two genteel looking men went into the
jewery store Of Messrs. Williams IL Co., on State
street, and after looking at valuable watches,
diamond rings, bracelets, &c. told one of the pro-
prietors that they purposed making presents of
two of the watches and diamond ring to some
ladies visiting at Governor Seymour's. and asked
him if he would not send some one with them up
there, and take the watches and ring along. This
was readily assenied to, and the son OF one of the
propretors was called. They all got in carriage
in which the men came, and which was standing
at the door, and drove up TO J. v. L. Pruyns resi-.
dence instead of Gov. Seymour's. The two men
got out, runS the bell, and on the door being
opened, walked in, hung their hats on the rack,
and walked into room. They soon after called
in the young man and tolo him they had concluded
10 take the diamond bracelet they were looking
at, and requested him to go for it, leaving the
watches. This he did, and on returning the men
had left. None knew them at Mr.. Pruyn's, and
the waiter says they left note for Mr.. p as soon
as they found he was not at home.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30
Militarr.--A correspondent of the Galveston
Meas writes as follows:
q CoRpUs CuRIsrI M,,,j

"CoRPUs CHRISTI, March S, 1854.
Corpus Christi wears quite a military appear.
ance. Officers in number are at all times 10 be
seen here, from full-fedged general down TO the
lowest grade of the commissioned service. In
looking over the register Of our principal hotel,
find the following names Of gentlemen who ar
rived IN the course of the past week, the most
OF whom are officers of the United States army:
Lieut. Abbot, Lieut.. Witter, Major Paul, Lieut..
Forney Chambers, Otis, B. +. Smith, s. p Hig-
gins, Colonel A. Porter, Lieut.. Rich, T. II. Sheri-
dan, H. Jones, Lieut.. Colonel Newman, Lieut..
Lewis, Captain Stewart, Van Vleet, Lieut.. RAN
som, MAJOR Dela6eld, Captain G. Granger, g. b.
Crosby, Colonel Tompkins, Lieut.. Colonel Rob
erts, MAJOR G.. B. Crittenden, MAJOR Simonson,
Lieut.. Sims, Captain Van Buren, Captain Durean,
General p. +. Smith, Captain Gibbs.
General Smith LEFT here few days since for
New Orleans, and designs starting Immediately
after his return for FL Paso with view 10 the
selection Of suitable points for the establishment
Of some new military posts. He will be absent
from the headquarters about four months
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

ED- We invite the attention of our readers
to translation of the interesting official ac
count of the battle of Tchetane heretofore
spelt Citate,) for the translation of which
from the Journal de Constantinople we are
indebted to friend.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

Mount Savage, Md, has population of more
than FIVE thousand, and so great is the demand for
houses that the manufacturing company are about
10 erect large number of new ones. The manu-
facture of iron and iirebrick gives employment 10
more than one thousand men. Two blast furnaces
are in full operation, and the rolling-mil is going
night and day. turning out rails Of the Latrobe pat
tern, large amount Of which is now ready for
delivery 10 order;
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-30

Panic and Excitement.-About one o'clock,
yesterday morning, the officers of the marshal's
police at the Spring Garden station-housc were
startled by the sudden appearance of man who
looked almost frightened out of his five senses.
lie stated that a murder was about 10 be com
mitted at boarding house in Callowh street, be-
low Thirteenth Arming themselves and hurry
ing 10 the house, the officers found the boarders
running 10 and fro in the widest state of excite
meni. Two men, named Hough and Laugherty,
were arrested as the offenders. An unloaded
pistol was found upon one Of them, but he pro-
tested that he did not design TO use it. These
men were taken before Alderman Conrow, and
held TO bail in $500 to keep the peace. The affair
created much unnecessary excitement in the
neighborbood.- - PHILADELPHIA Gazette.
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A GENCY AT WASHING TO N ITO
~ Claimants.-FRANCIS A. DICKINS con-
tnnes TO undertake the agency Of claims before
Congress and other branches of the government,
including commissioners under treaties, and the
various public Offices. He will attend to pre-
emption and other land claims, the procuring OF
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
for Virginia bounty land warrants, and the confr-
nation by Congress of grants and claims TO lands,
claims for property lost in taken for the service
of the United States; property destroyed by the
Indians, or while in the possession Of the United
States; invalid, revolutionary, navy, widows, and
hali-pay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
Wees whether for communication, halfpay, or
bounty lands also, claims for extra and back pay,
&C., Of soldiers, sailors and marines; well those
against the State of Virginia, as the United States
all claims, growing out of contracts with the gov
ernment for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct Of the government; and in
deed, any business before Congress orthe public Of
aices which may requrethe aid of an agent or attor
uey His charges will be moderate, and depend
ing upon the amount of the claim and the extent
of the service
Mr. A. Dickinsis known to most ofthose who
have b.on in Congress within the last few years,
or who have occupied any public attention al
Washington.
His Office is on Fifteenth street, opposite to the
Treasury Department, and next door 10 the Bank
of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid
Sen 2S-1yd fm)
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TTHE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT

YTNHE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT
i Of Pianos in this city can be found at our
Music Depot, consisting OF Hallet, Davis 6 Co.'s
superior Eolian Pianos, which for beauty of tone
are considered by all who have heard them to be
unequalled
Bacon &c Ravens celebrated New York Pianos
Gravesbeen dS Co.'s Pianos, one of which, the
magnificent Papier Mache Piano at the Crystal
Palace, is the admiration of all who have seen and
heard it. se4
Scbomacker & Co.'s new Unichord Pianos,
which for durability, keeping in tune, and cheap
ness stand unrivaled. The success which has
attended their introduction here is the best guar
anty thereof.
Rosenkrantzs world-renowned German Pianos,
considered unsurpassed for sweetness OF tone and
delicacy Of touch.
We are daily expecting an additional supply OF
the popular Unichord Pianos; also, per pc ket OF
Saturday from Boston, Of L. Gilberts boa ltiful
Boudoir or Piccolo Pianos.
This enables persons desirous of purchasing, to
select instruments from the most varied assort-
ment Of Pianos ever offered for sale in this city, at
manufacturers prices, with a warranty for each
Piano if desired.
Also, several secondhand Pianos, including one
Of Jonas Chckering, which will be sold on the
most reasonable terms
Secondhand Pianos taken in part payment for
new ones.
The most complete assortment of Music and
Musical Instruments constantly on hand.
HlLBUS dC HITZ, Penn. avenue.
Jan 22-tf (m)