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Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
a IT'S AN ILL WIND THAT BLOWS NO
BODY GOOD"

The great European war which is destined
to desolate so many places, and to make widows
and orphans of SO many women and children,
opens to the American farmer a prospect of
gain which rarely spreads out before him.
Farmers are generally good-hearted people,
perhaps the besthearted people in the world;
but for the last year they have rejoiced in the
hope Of general European war. 1t has had
no horrors for them. They have shut their
eyes to its miseries; they have only opened
them to look at its profits. He may be called
a very philanthropic man, who, in America,
would agree to lose one joint of his little finger
in order to save the lives of all the people in
Japan; but the test would be almost too strin.
gent and too severe for frail selfish man. We
fear that the poor japanese would have to go
by the board. The feeling that operates on
our farmers is of the same nature. They would
not be cruel themselves; they would not shoot,
stab, or injure anybody; they would not have
our country engaged in war; but if other ma
tons see fit to 60 to war, why the American
farmers viii not object. Indeed, as such q
WdT WOutu iuSiCaoO ehc PiiSO Va SAoin oho Va
breadstufs, and make farming a more pro-
ftable business, they would be glad to see it.
The farmers have many enemies to encounter.
They suffer from rust from the ay, and from
that last but most deadly enemy the joint.
worm, Of which it may be truly said, "no man
knows whence it cometh or whittier it goeth."
They have suffered much from the ravages Of
these enemies in the last few years. They
have lost crops and lost money They cannot
afford to lose money and crops; and it is but
natural that they should rejoice in the pros
pect Of repairing ther losses.
This war opens that prospect Human nature
is weak, and human beings have to live. Money
lis necessary to sustain life. Crops will bring
money. The greater the demand for agricul-
ural products, the higher the price War in
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q M u SEM aMI.
lEAT HARPIsT APTOMMAs.

j induced by his brilliant reception on the occa-
sion of his first appearance at Washington, last
Thursday, will give a SECOND CONCERT Oh
WEDNESDAY EVENING, MAY Sd, at Carusis
saloon, commencing at s o'clock; when he will be-
assisted by Miss BRAISARD the popular vocalist
from New York, Mr.. CAMoENz, the celebrated
basso, and by F. r. KLEy, who viii perform Thai
bergs Grand Fantasia, from Don Giovanni, and
also in Dueit for Harp and Piano. Mr.. APToMaIAs
will execute some the great Harp compositions
in which he had the honor OF appearing before the
Royal Family, in London. Conductor, T. KLEy.
At the solicitations Of friends Mr. ArrosIMAs
has fixed the price of admission at fifty cents.
Tickets and programmes to be had at Mr. Davis
and at all the music stores. Apr 30-d3t
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questing guests to deposit such articles with
the proprietor. In all cases where there is no
such deposit, the proprietor is not responsible.
"CoLosEL WALKER."-A letter from San
Diego, of March 22d, states that Walkers
force was reduced to sixty men; that it was
probable he would attempt to make his way to
Texas, to avoid being captured and sent to
San Francisco for trial. Since this intelligence
was received, some deserters from his camp
arrived at San Diego, and Immediately went on
board the United States ship Portsmouth.
They stated that Walker was about starting
for Texas with forty of his officers and best
men; that they were present. and assisted in
burying about 1000 lbs. Of powder and balls,
and breaking up all the spare arms. Such is
the end of the Republic of Lower California!
The Toronto Globe says: "Serious appre-
tensions are entertained respecting the safety
of Capt Collinson, who went out to Behring's
Straits, in company with Capt. Mcclure, to
search for Sir John Franklin. Search is now
being made for him as well as for the long-lost
Sir John, both on the eastern and western
coast of North America.
APToMMAs AT THE WHITE HoUsE-We learn
that Mr.. Aptommas availed himself of an in.
vitation from the White House to perform sew
eral of his charming characteristic pieces be-
fore the President and his friends. By invita-
ton these will be repeated at his concert to-
night.
Now IS THE TIME.-It is stated that hydro
phobia is producing more panic in Boston and
vicinity than ever attended the smallpox or
cholera, and not without some reason. Scarce
ly day passes but what some one is bitten by
mad dog, and cases of death from this cause
have been frequent Many who have been
bitten are living in constant dread of an awful
death; and there are few who do not wish
death to the whole canine race.
We again call the attention of the corporate
authorities of this city to the subject, and re-
quest them to take immediate action to pre-
vent this disease.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
New York Markets.

New York, ,May2.-Flour-the market for State
and Ohio is dull with sales Of 1000 barrels, at
81 rs for State, and S. so for Ohio. Southern
-four is dull, with sales of $50 barrels Baltimore,
at So rs "a 50. Wheat-the market is firm, with
an upward tendency. Sales of 2, $50 bushels COM
mon Genesee, at So 3O Corn is sitter, but NOT
quotably higher, with sales of $4,000 bushels, at
81 cents for mixed, and 81 cents for yellow. Pro
visions We're unchanged. Whisky-sales of 100
barrels prison, at 26i per gallon.
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LINES WRITTEN BY Q. F. D.

LINES WRITTEN BY @. F. d.
PHILADELPHIA, March, 1852.
MY DARLING NAN: As you always wishing me to
write verses for you enclose which have just fin
ished amidst many Interruptions you wish name for
them m may choose any you think suitable. and write
above the verses YOUR MOTHER
"Mother, love the pretty birds
That sing on every tree,
For ever, in their sweet clear notes,
They seem 10 speak to me.
"They tell me Of the sunshine
And the blue smiling sky;
wish were little bird
Above the world to fly"
And if you were little bird
Which would my darling be-.
Of all the pretty creatures
That sing on every tree
Would you be the merry skyark
Which leaves its lowly nest,
Flying with Joy at earliest dawn
Far, far above the rest
cor would you be nightingale,
Singing in midnight groves
Or the kind robin redbreast
Which all good children love?
aOr the gentle dove, which faithfully
Watches her young ones home, .
With patient love from morn to eve,
Without a wish 10 roam :"
"Oh, mother dear cannot tell
Which would like the best
And so I'll be your little bird
Within our own sweet nest.
ssAnd if cannot sing TO you
Like nightingale at eve,
I'll try to help and comfort you
And all your cares reheve.
BUSY and cheerful like the lark,
Like robin redbreast kind
And like the faithful gentle dove,
AT home my pleasures ind."
aTha,'s right, my child, and see how all
Are fitted 10 their lot;
God has placed all where they should be-
And not one is forgot.
1.-THE rich, the poor, the young, the old,
Each bird and bee, and flower,
Are made, and kept both night and day,
BY His almighty power.
!" And il you try TO serve him well,
With cheerful faith and love,
You'll find a happy home on earth,
And perfect JOY above"
I hoard nv dear Nanny Wishing to be bird some tim
ago 20 a. those thoughts to about IT, send her
to you Let mo know what you think now about being
bird. cPD.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
DIED,

In Port Royal at the residence of his brother DR. CH
URQuHART, on the 21st ult., SAMUEL L. URQUHART, IN
the 5ith yeah of his age.
OF him II might In truth be said that he was mal,
without guile. His and generous feelings his hig
principles and his nice regard for the feelings
others had secured for him large circle OF friends who
deeply his DEATH 1t has broken the last link but
one In yirginias most highly respected famlies
The affection ofdevoted friends may soothe but can
not bring relief him who Is so deeply bereaved but ~
the depth his he draw consolation from tho
hope that while the body Of his brother Is mingled wits
the dust his spirit dwelling with "the just made per-
feet"
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DEM MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE.

DEM MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE
Ii Company of Philadelphia. Charter perpetual
All the profits divided among the policy-holders
This company is purely mutual. Capital S3O000O
David L. Miller, president; John w. Horner, sec
retary This company has declared dividend OF
25 per cent cash premiums received during the
year 1853. Pamphlets explaining rates, advan-
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 ]. MILLER, Agent,
Over banking house, Selden, Withers ~ CO.
Medical examiner, j. M. Austin, M. ID.
Office and residence on street, north side, one
door west of 10th. May2
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Criminal Court.-The trial of John Conner,
indicted for the murder of Patrick Hurley, on the
9th of April last, he accused shooting his victim)
was commenced yesterday, but not concluded.
Madame Mallet was found guilty, and sem
fenced to four months Imprisonment in the county
Jail, for keeping description of house not sanc-
toned by law. Last year she served term of
six months for similar offence.
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HON. THOS. III. BENTON'S
GREAT WORK.

"THIRTY YEARS VIEW"
~ ECEIVED. AND FOR SALE AND
IL delivery to subscribers at the store of Messrs.
Downs & Hutchinson, Athenaeum building, Penn
syyania avenue, between Al and 9th streets.
| will be daily receiving, per Adams 81 Cos ex-
press supplies of the 1st volume of the above
work, price So so, to meet the wants Of subscri-
bers and all others who desire to possess 1t.
The subscription list being very large, subscri.
bers will confer great favor if they will make
it convenient, as far as they can, TO call and re-
ceive the work.
Terms, positively, cash on delivery.
JNO. s. HOLLlNGSHEAD, Sole agent,
And only place of sale in the District.
Apr 30--3teo
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The Trial Of the Wards.

LOUISVILLE, May 2.--Great excitement prevails
here to-day on account Of the verdict of the jury In
the Ward trial An Indignation meeting was held,
and Ward was burnt in efigy before his own house,
and so near that the flames communicated TO the
porch Resolutions were passed requesting Mr..
Crittenden to resign the senatorshiP 10 which he
has so lately been elected, and also requesting
Mr.. Wolfe, another Of Wards counsel, 10 resign
his seat in the State senate.
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The Ohio River--Busiuess. &c.

WHEELING, May a.-There is twenty feet OF
water in the channel of the Ohio. The Union line
boats are running regularly, but business on
freights has greatly decreased.
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she gveth power unto the faint, and to them which
have no might He increaseth strength"-IsAAH.

When the whole head is sick,
And the heart faileth,
When DER our earthly path
Darkness prevalent;
When outward cares oppress,
Meeting pains, WEAKNESS,
And we feel powerless
Duty to know;
When DER the past gloometh
Dim mists OF sorrow,
Shrouding hopes visions
Long nursed for the morrow
When our faith doth lie
'Wildered and hopelessly
Meath the long mystery
Ofpain and Woe;
Then oft with sudden CLEAN
Brightness in stealeth,
Words OF some promise sweet
Gods will revealeth;
Calmly the heavenly ray
Lightens the devious way.
Showing how mercy's sway
Through the past led;
That which 10 earthly mind
Dark and strange seemeth,
From its obscurity
Gods truth redeemeth;
Through the long brooding night
Windelh that line of light"
On the reused spirits sight
Now clearly shed.
Thus in our darkest hours
Peace oft is given,
Thoughts full Of truth and might,
Echoes of HEAVIER;
Thus the All-merciful
Seeketh the sorrowful
When the sad cup seems full
Bitter and chill,
Whispereth, we still may serce
Though the flesh faileth;
Showeth neao channels
Where duty availeth;
Brngeth the heart TO lie
Meath his hand trustingly,
Humbly and lovingly
Searching his will;
And though the dark hour
Often returneth, .@
Ever Gods light beneath
Secretly burneth;
Quietly waiteth there,
Though our souls slumbering are,
Till to the. guiding star
Once more we come.
o, help us faithfully,
Duty to greet
0, give us patiently
Suffering TO meet!
Thou, who dost wait TO bless,
Help our helplessness,
Through this worlds wilderness
Unto our home.
!, 1852. c. F. D.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

Oyster SHUCkER.-An expert young
~ man, understanding the above business, WIN
meet with good situation by applying TO the sub.
scriber; provided, however, he can come Wen
recommended as possessing the good principles,
Of honesty and sobriety. Better information wlil
be obtained on application
j. BOULANGER,
G. street, near the War Department.
Apr 29--eo3t
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NOTICE.
DIR. LEVI will positively leave this city Oh
Friday, the 9Th of May.
NnTIGE.

II INSTANTANEOUS AND EFFECTUAL
Cure for Corns, Bunions Callosities, Nails
growing into the flesh, and every disorder, of the
feet by a peculiar and new method, without cut
ting or causing the slightest pain.
DR.. LEVI, in returning his best acknowledg
ments 10 the Ladies and Gentlemen of Washing
ton for the kind patronage he has been honored
with during bis stay in this city, begs TO inform its
ments in New York he will be under the neces.
sity of leaving Waslsingtou on Friday, the 9Th Of
May.
Those who are desirous of consulting him will
please to make immediate application at Mrs. Grit
fms,
d street, between 9th and 10th,
Apr 6-1mif Washington, d. Z.
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Rain.-From Thursday morning 10 Saturday
morning, according to the water-gauge at the
Smithsonian Institution, rain fell to the depth Of
one inch and seven hundred and forty-two thou
sandths.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
OR VILLA LOT AT PRI-

Y J vate sale-The subscriber will sell at private
sale lot of ground, containing twenty acres lying
on the Leesburg turnpike, in Fairfax county, FIVE
miles from Georgetown. This property is beauti-
fully situated for cottage villa residence. Its
location is perfectly healthy, and in consequence
of il being considerably elevated, it commands an
extensive view of the surrounding country for
miles. About II acres is highly improved and
well set in clover, upon which there is a. young
orchard of choice fruit trees, selected with great
care, and well planted there is also upon the
premises material sufficient to construct large
dwelling. JAMES McNERHANf.
LANaLy, Fairfax county, Va. Apr 27-lw
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Mad Dogs.-Within the last week, two dogs,
exhibitieg all the sysptoms of hydrophobia, have
been killed in this city; the last receiving his
quetus on Monday on Massachusetts avenue, be-
tween Eleventh and Twelfth streets. In view of
the existence of rabid canines it becomes the duty
Of the municipal authorities TO at once take meas
ures for ridding the city of the numberless dogs,
which, unrestraned, roam the Streets to the fear
and danger OF funofending pedestrians.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

gEr N0tice..-The members OF the Young
Catholics Friend Society hereby notified to assembeas
the scr,iuary, street, Wednesday morning. at
O'Clock cel in order to attend the funeral of the ata
Very Rev -aher Matthews. They requested towear
crane on the left arm May
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

HARTFORD May 2--The Connecticut river is
higher at this place by thirty inches than during the
great flood oflS01 The eastern side of the town is
entirely inundated, and.ihe damage is immense.
Loss estimated az $4,000.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
Damage by Freshets.

New York, May 2.-The eastern and western
telegraph lines from this city, are all prostrated,
and the railroads interrupted in all directions from
the storm. The great freshets, landslides, &c,,
are likely to interrupt travel for some days.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

LOTS AT PRIVATE
Sae.-Lots and 6 in square 3S, fronting 62
feet inches on Pennsylvania avenue, and 81
feet on the circle. There is good brick dwelling
on the premises Title indisputabe. For terms
inquire of JOS. II. HlLION,
MAY 2-Iw On the premises.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

"Thirty Years View of the Senate.''-On
Monday last large crowd surrounded the door
of Messrs. Hutchinson IL Downs (Mr Hollings-
heads depot to procure or examine Mr.. Benton's
great work
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

Ay- JAMESTOWN AssOCIATION.-Per-
sons wishing procure tickets for the jamestown celeb
ton can obtain them from @. W. O. Dunningon, esq, at
the Capitol; from the members OF the Executive Commit
tse and from the proprietor the United States Hotel
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

Scientific.-Wha,ever may be the results of
the American Association for the Advancement
of Science, now in session at the Smithsonian In
stituton, its proceedings are not of such charac.
ter as to attract large promiscuous assembages.
Yesterday morning, at eleven o'clock, there were
not, members and all, more than fifty persons
present. including two ladies. Several papers
were read-more, il appeared to us, as matter OF
form, to procure their insertion in the printed
book ofproceedngs, than with view TO especial
ly enlighted the assemblage. We trust, however,
that science will be advanced by means Of this
association.
Yesterday, DR.. Tory was elected president
Walcott Gibbs vice president, and Mr.. Elwynn
treasurer.
The next meeting will take place at Providence,
R. l., on the 10th Of August, 1855.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

Police Returns.-During the last week the
number Of cases, of nearly every description, re-
turned by the police officers to the chief of police
was one hundred and twenty-one.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
Latest from Hayti.

Advices from Hayti announce that the heet OF
the Emperor Solouque will sail on the first day Of
May TO invade Dominica
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
! DDITIoNAL SUPPLIES OF GENTS

~ Furnishing Goods.-Now receiving new
aud beautiful styles of Gentemen's Furnishing
Goods for the present and approaching season,
such as Scars, Cravats, of silk; silk, and linen,
and batiste Stocks and Ties Pocket Handker-
chiefs Silks and Linen Gloves, Hosiery, &c, at
LANES General Furnishing Store, Pennsyivsna
avenue, near Al street.
Apr 2S-eodif2w Intel, Union, and Starl
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
Arrival of the Jamestown.
EIood at Hartford.

PHLADELpHIA, May2.-The soop-of-war James
town has arrived, thirty-one days from Pernam-
buco.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
ITEMS OF NEWS.

The FRANKING PRIvILEGE.-There is but
little doubt in our minds that this right is daily
abused, and that thousands of dollars are yearly
lost to the Post Office Department by the trans
mission Of letters, circulars, and documents not
of nature conducive to the public good We
have case in point. Some days since the
postmaster of this city noticed that large num-
of circulars (since ascertained to amount to
thirteen hundred) had been dropped at the city
post Office for transmission, from a private
source. They were franked in the name Of two
members of the House Of Representatives. Sus-
pecting an intention of fraud, Colonel Berrett
promptly procured the arrest of the individual
whose name was affixed to the circulars. Upon
examination it was ascertained that this indi-
vidual had procured these franked envelopes
from young man at the rate of five dollars
per thousand The individual referred to is
an agent for the prosecution of claims against
the general government
1t was further ascertained that the person
who sold the envelopes was an employee of the
two honorable gentlemen whose names ap-
peared on them. The case was to have been
tried yesterday but the sequel shows that the
young man was respectfully connected, for
these honorable gentlemen, as we are informed,
waited on the Postmaster General, and, at the
instance Of the Attorney General, the Post
master suppressed all further proceedings in
the case.
We forbear, at present, the publication of
the names of all parties to this transaction, in
the hope that this announcement will deter
them and others from prostituting to private
uses privilege intended only for public pur-
poses; but we intend in future to make public
all such and similar transactions, without re-
spect to family, title, or station.
SANTA ANSAs GREAT BATTLE proves..to be
a humbug, if the latest intelligence is correct.
The announcement of "splendid victory" and
its celebration in the city Of Mexico, resulted in
another raise" to fill the purse of the dicta-
tor. The latest accounts prove beyond doubt
that Alvarez evacuated one of his untenable
outposts, and Santa Annals forces took posses.
sion Of it some hours after without bloodshed.
The "victory" was reported to have been gain
ed on the 18th of March on the 18th the lists
were opened to competitors in the city of Mexi-
co for the payment Of the $l6,oOo,ooo to be de-
rived from the Mesilla treaty, provided that the
successful candidates should pay down on the
same day 100000 on account
PRoTEcrIoS OF GUEsTs.--The legislature Of
Maryland passed law that the keepers of ho-
tells in every city or town in that State which
contains over 500 inhabitants, shall be liable
for oil articles deposited with them by their
guests in all cases, except loss by fire; and
that notice shall be posted in each hotel, re-
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

Marriage Licenses.-During the month of
April forty-seven Of them were issued from the
courthouse.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

- receiving, large and beautiful assortment
OF Straw Hats for men aud boys, such as Panama,
Leghorn, Cunton, Palm Leaf &c, OF all qualties
and prices, which will be sold low, at L-ANE,s
Hat and Gentlemen's Furnishing Store, Pennsy.-
yania avenue, near Al street
Anr aod 0xyif
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

~ TAUTIER,S.-Just received a large as
NJ sor,mcnt Of Pate De Foies Gras, from Stras
burg, in small and large jars.
Jan PIT 9. GAOIiEn.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

~ GEORGE W. MEARsos is our authorized
agent 10 receive subscriptions and advertisements,
IN Washington, Georgetown and Alexandria
E1- o. II. p. STEM, is our authorized agent
for collecting accounts due this Office, and obtain
ing new subscribers in Virginia.
Ws- Mn. GEORGE E. FRENCH, bookseller, King
street, Alexandria, is our authorized agent to re-
ceive advertisements and subscriptions Single
numbers can be procured at his counter every
morning.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03

The Trial of John Charles Gardiner was
set for Monday last, in The criminal court. He
was, it will be recoected, indicted for false swear
ing, charged TO have been committed in his afIida
VIII presented to the board Of commissioners under
the treaty Of Guadalupe Hidalgo, in support of
his brothers claim; and he was subsequently
indicted for perjury, charged to have been COM
mitted by him as witness in the first trial of his
brother, DIR. George A. Gardiner. But John Charles
not appearing, the court ordered the recogn-
zances to be forfeited. In one case the bail was
$4,000, and in the other $4,000 but the sureties,
we learn, are amply indemnfed.
1t is said that Mr. Gardiner left the city for
Havana several weeks sincs for the benefit of
his health and it seems to be the general opinion
that he will not return for trial.
Washington sentinel., 1854-05-03
"ECON0M Y Is THE SOURCE OF WEALTH.
WYE WOULD INFORM THE LADIEs;

w and the public that we have Just received
new and splendid assortment of SHOES, which
we will sell low. As they have been made {,
our own order blythe most celebrated manufactn-
rers of the north they cannot fail 10 give entira
satisfaction.
We have on hand the Alboni Cater, which,
for neatness and durability cannot he surpassed.
Also, great variety of Caters, Half Caters,
Morocco and Kid Boots, of different coors.
Black and bronze Buskins and Slippers
Misses colored Caters, Boots, and Slippers
We also call attention to our stock of Whho
Kid Caters, Black, Bronze. and White French
Kid Slippers, for the May balls.
Call and examine for yourselves.
s. c. MILLS s.. co,
Cheap Cash Shoe Store, No. 3, Washington
Place 1th street. Apr 2S--1w