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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-11-09
a LExANDRIA BoARDING-scHooL

~ The Thirty6 6rst Annual Session of this In
stituion will commence the Cd of the 10th
month, (October) Besides the ordinary branches
Of an English education, and the Latin, Greek,
French, and Spanish languages, there are taught
the various branches Of Natural Science, and a
complete and thorough course of Mathematics,
pure and mixed. The Institution is supplied with
a good library, large collection of minerals and
geological specimens, an extensive PHILOSOPHERS 4
and chemical apparatus, an astronomical observa
tory, with good telescope, transit instrument,
Troughion's circle, &e.; meteorological observaH
tory, and chemical laboratory, in which the adj
vanced stu.l,- ats ere exercised in various chem.
cal manpula,lohs and the analysis of minerals,
soils, &c, and every known facility for the ad
vancement Of the students in the different depart
ments of study.
The number OF students is limited to about six
ty; and in order 10 secure precision iI their vari-
studies, and 10 prevent loss Of time from we ut
OF necessary assistance, me experienced teachers,
Gncluding the subscrbers,J three of whom are
graduates Of Yale College, reside in the family
with the Students and give 10 them their personal
attention and aid, not only during the hours spe-
ciay devoted TO stu6y, but at all other times when
needed. In addition 10 these the teacher of
modern languages anG the teacher of drawing
who give instruction 10 classes at stated periods
A full course of Lectures on Natural PhiIoso
ply Chemistry, Astronomy, Geology, Vegetable
and Agricultural Chemistry is deliy-
cred 10 all the students during each term.
Circulars containing further information can be
obtained by applying TO one ofthe subscribers.
BENJAMIN HALLOWELL,
HENRY G. HALLOWELL,
FRANCIS MILLER. i
Alexandria, Va 9th mo. 10Th, 1854.
Sep 3-eo6t
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CENcY AT wAsHINCToN-To

N Claimants. ts.-FRANCIS A. DICKINS con-
tinues 10 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 10 pre-
emption and other land claims, the procuring OF
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
Tor Virginia bounty land warrants, and the confr.
nation by Congress Of grants and claims 20 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
halfpay pensions; claims for revolutionary ser
vices, whether for commutation, halfpay, or
bounty lands; also, claims for extra and back pay,
SC. OF soldiers, sailors and marines as well those
against the State Of Virginia, the United States;
all claims, growing out Of contracts with the sov
ernment, for damages sustained in consequence of
the action OF conduct OF the government; and, in.
deed any before Congress or the public Of
fees which may require aid Of an agent or attor.
ney. His charges viii be moderate, and depend
ing upon the amount Of the claim and the extent
Of the service.
Mr.. A Dickinsis known 20 most ofthose who
have boyn in Congress within the las, few years,
or who have occupied any public attention Al
Washington.
His Office 10 on Fiffesnth street. opposite 10 the
Treasury Department. and next door TO the Bank
Of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 26-lyd (m)
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CCoTTs WEEKLY PAPER.--The pub
WIN. p. MCCONNELL.
BY his attorney CHAS. G. PAGE.

-
- Usher Of this large aRd popular family journal
offers for the coming year (is54) combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
Of the Philadelphia weekles. Among the new
features will be and brilliant series Of origi.
nal romances by George Lippard, entitled Legends
Of the Last Century. All who have read Mr. Lip
parG . celebrated Legends of the American Revo-
luton" published for ffty-six consecutive weeks
in the Saturday Courier will find these pictures
Of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brilliancy o. his previous produc-
tons. The hrst of series Of original novellettes
called Morris Hartley or the Knights OF the Mystic
Valley, by Harrison w. Ainsworth, 10 abou, 10 be
commenced. II will be handsomely Illustrated by
twelve hne enersvings. and its startling incidents
cannot iail TO elicit undivided prsi.s. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist and author OF
Viola, eic ETC., Is also engaged to furnish bril-
liant novelette, 10 follow the above Mrs. Mary
Andrews Denison, author OF Home Pictures, Pa
tienco Worthington aud her Grandmother, etc,
will continue splendid domestic novelette,, en-.
illustrated story called the Two Edged Knife--s
graphic picture Of early life in Old Kentucky. To
these will be added original contributions and Sc
ections from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentz, Clara
Clairville, Lille Lilberne, Mrs Stowe, Grace Green
wood, and other disting uished writers the news
Of the day, graphic editorials, full reports Of the
provision, money, and stock markets, letters from
travellers at home and abroad, etc, etc.
Terms-one copy one year 81 two copies one
year SO four copies one year s3 nine copies one
year, and one 10 the getter up Of the club, $40 I;
twenty copies one year and one to the gsiter up
ofthe club, $40.
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No. Ill Chestnut ST.. Philadelphia
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GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK
Pianos and Melodeons for Cash.

"ORACE WATERS, the great Music and
i'll Piano Forte dealer, 333 Broadway, New
York, preferng to share large per cent. with his
customers, rather than pay il 10 the sharpers Of
Wall street, 10 raise available means 10 enable him
20 stem the present tight times, offers his immense
assortment Of elegant and warranted Pianos and
Meodeons at a large discount from factory prices,
for cash. His assortment comprises Pianos from
three Of the largest and most celebrated Boston
manufactures; also those Of several of he best
New York makers, including the beautiful and
much admired Horace Waters Pianos from his
own factory, and Melodeons Of the best Boston.
New Haven, New York, and Buffalo makes af-
fording opportunity for selections not TO be had
elsewhere. Each instrument warranted Second
hand Pianos at great bargains--prices from $50 10
10 S160. Music and musical instruments Of all
kinds. Dealers, teachers, and heads Of schools
supplied on the best terms. Music sent by mail
post paid General and select catalogues of mu-
sic and schedule offactory prices OF Pianos, Melo-
deons and musical Instruments forwarded 10 any
address, free Of postage.
Sept 21-d3m
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CLASSICAL and Mathematical

CELECT CLASSICAL and Mathematical
- ScHooL-The subscriber has removed his
school TO College Hill, where a commodious build
ing is being fitted up for its reception.
As the Preparatory Department Of the Colum-
ban College, il will continue 10 preserve the char
acter OF strictly select school, designed for lay
ing the foundation Of thorough English, Clsssi-
cal, and Mathematical education. The next ses.
sion viii commence on the l2th Of September, and
close on the last OF June.
Terms: s12 SO per quarter, payable in advance.
A, a small additional charge, the students VIII
be permitted &C attend the Lectures delivered in
College on Chemistry, Geology, and Mineralogy,
and also 10 receive instruction In French and other
Modern Languages by the Professor in that de-
partment.
Pupils may be boarded At the College, under the
special care and supcrintendence Of the Principal
The necessary expenses of full boarding student
will be about sla0 per academic year, and Of q
weekly boarder will not exceed $50.
H GEORGE s. BACON, Principal
Refers 10 the Faculty ofthe Columbian College /;
Col. J. L. Edwards Col Peter Force, VIM. Gun.
ton, ESQ; L. d. Gale, M. d., Of the Patent Once;
Joseph Wilson, Esq, of the Land ofhce; and Pro
fessor G. @. Jewett Of the Smithsonian Institute.
sep7i--tf
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UNIVERSITY OF vIRGINIA.-Tb,

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA.-The
" next session Of this restitution will COM
mence the LIST Of October, and end the 2oth OF
June following. The University embraces the
following schools, viz:
1. Ancient Languages 2. Modern Languages
3. Mathematics; 4. Natural Philosophy, Mine.
rslogy and Geology; 5. Chemistry and Pharmacy;
g. Principles and Practice OF Medicine, Ob,tet.
rics. and Medical Jurisprudence; 2. Comparative
Anstomy. Physiology end Surgery; s. Moral Phi.
losophy, Rhetoric, Bees Letters, aud Political
Economy 9. Law Also, a lectureship OF Special
Anatomy, Maleria Medics and Therape utics; and
a Denonstratorship Of Anatomy.
The three first named schools have each an as
sistant instructor aud in the school Of law there
are two professors.
The expenses (exclusye Of clothing. books and
pocket money! are a. follows:
Tuition fees, say for three schools, s25
each .........'......'ss..... SIS 90
Board, including diet, room furniture,
/. and Servants attendance. payable IN
three instalments, in advance -. o
Roomrent within the precincts two oc-
cupyinE room. s. each, h,......... 90
Matrculstion Zee. and use OF Library
and public buildings SIS; contin.
gent deposit, ,sl0.......,........ o5 90
Washing, say $40; fuel and lights, says20 30 90
s256 90
Students of medicine are charged with four
tickets at SIS each, and dissecting fee Of 5.
The fee in the intermediate class Of Law is
so0i in the Senior class, s75.
Aug 3f--eod2w Chairman Of the Faculty.
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u w. BRwNING, Merchant Tailor,

i under the United States Hotel, having en-
,arged and improved his store would now respect
fully call the attention of citizens, and strangers
visiting Washington, to his well-selected stock OF
French and English cloths, cassimeres, and vest
ngs, of the newest and most elegant styles OF
goods from the New York market.
Having had twenty years experience in the
purchase of goods from the best importing houses
in the United States, with such advantages aswill
enable him 10 offer them to the public on such
terms as will give entire satisfaction 10 the pur.
chasers, and, in view of increasing his business
he has purchased an unusual large stock of goods
such as will defy competition for their beauty
style, and cheapness.
All he asks is a call before you purchase else
where, and he will convince you that you will
save your money by so doing. A suit OF othes
can be made up in the most elegant style attwelve
hours notice.
Superior Ready-made Clothing.
have on hand superior assortment of ready
made clothing, Of my own work, made up in the
most fashionable manner, such overcoats in
various styles, frock and dress coats, and also
pants and vests, which will be sold at much less
price than work made TO order.
N. B. Sole agent for Scotts report of Fashions
or the District
Oct. 15-6m. (m)
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MisfsIIanenms.
no ALL WHO HAVE CLAIMS no COL

i lect.--I am again Collector in Fairfax county,
Virginia, for two years from this day. My official
bond, with ample security, was given at June
conrt, 18th June. / intend to devote my attention
entirely to my business. From my long expert
ence in my business, acquaintance with the peo-
pie, and faithful discharge Of my duties heretofore,
am induced to solicit portion OF the public col
lections from those who intend TO place their
claims in the hands of an officer or agent. will
take claims on aay persons in my county for any
amounts, and, fjusiifed will attend to the colec-
tions of claims in the adjoining counties.
If any reference swanting, would refer to the
clerks of my county and the attorneys of the bar
here. All communications must be post paid.
Claims out of the State should be fully authenti-
Gated before sent to me for collection; will eol-
lect, in my official capacity or agent as may be
requested it. as Officer, charge legal fee only,
and which if the claim is made, the defendant has
always 10 pay; and if as agent, the plaintiff must
pay me ten per cent, if collected or sucured, and
anylegal cost may be at 10 secure the debt.
gIravi.; SPENCER JACKSON,
Fairfax courthouse, Virginia.
Sept l2--1rn s,f. ey
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WILLIAM AND MARY COLLEGE,
WILLIAMSBURG, va.

III
commence on The I'd Wednesday Of October.
(Oct. lith,) and will continue until the 4th Of July
following. The course of study is as extensive as
any similar institution. The religious instruction,
including course on the Evidences Of Christiani-
ly and Natural Theology, viii be under the charge
OF the Professor of Moral Philosophy There is a
Law School connected with the College. The
total expense for a session varies from $3.50 TO
$500. Fe s must be paid in advance. The pres
ence ofthe student, at the opening of the session
IL highly important.
Fur her information nsy be obtained by sd.
dressing. postpaid, BENJ, 8. EwELL, or Judge
GEo. p SclARBuReH, Williamsburg.
The following is list of the Faculty, viz
Benz 8. Ewel, President and Professor OF
Mathematics and Natural Science.
Siss Tottsn, ID. d., Professor Of Bellies Lettres
and Moral .nd Intellectual Philosophy.
Morgan Smead Phi. DR.. Professor OF Ian.
guages
Henry Washington, Professor Of History and
Political Economy.
Judge G p. scsrburgh, Professor Of Municipal
and Constitutional Law.
No. Gstewood, Adj, Professor Of iTath les
Aug l0-loowiSlawlo
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-~A CHEAP AND pLEAsANT

.&siG excursions daily throughout the
year by the Steamer BALTIMORE, 10 and from
Aquia Creek, with dinner included for 50 only.
To families and others desirous OF recreation
and change Of scene, no better opportunity can
offer for such indulgence than is now daily az
forded by the regular trips OF the splendid and
commodious Steamer Baltimore 10 Aqua Greek
and back TO Washington between the hours Of 81
a. m. and ~ .. m.
Fare for the round trip, including good dinner
on board, So only.
For further Information apply TO Captain A Z.
Peck, on board, or TO
GEORGE MATTINGLY
agent OF the lire in Washington.
Julv tS--d2m%
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.ENERAL ACENCY--T

GENERAL AGEHCY.--Thc undersigned
VI most respectfully informs, by this notice, his
friends and the public in general, here and esle-
where, that he has opened an Agency OfEee for
the prosecution Of claims of every description
against the government, before the several depart
ments or Congress- procure pensions, bounty
lands, extra pay, and arrearage pay, and win az
tend 10 The buying and selling Of real estate, the
renting OF houses, and general collecting bust
ness; he VIII also furnish parties at a distance
with such information az they may desire from
me seat OF government. charges will be mode
safe. ofsce, at present, will be on M near 18th
rtreet. s.....
EETERxHcKs
Hon. J. O. Dobbin, Secretary Of ths Navy.
Hon. J. Davis, Secretary Of Var.
N. Csllan, esq, President Of The Board of Com
mon Council
Gen. John M. McCsla, attorney at Lav.
James II, Csustin, esq.
w. G. Rcddall, State Department..
SAMUEL q. TAYLOR.
Jan 17-u
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.

u ]. STEER, Merchant Tailor, is now open
1 ing another supply OF choice SPRING and
SUMMER GOODS, 10 which he invites the at
tention Of Members of Congress, strangers, and
citizens. af a& g9 h at.WR
4 The stock is large and very complete, embracing
almost every variety of fGenteman's Goods usually
kept by Merchant Tailors.
We solicit an inspection by the public of our
goods, workmanship, aud prices.
aay- No. a Washington Place, Seventh street
May l4--3tif
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MisteIIaMfgMs.
yTNO SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF

yTNO SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF
i the House of Representatives. gentle
parliamentary, legal, aud general reporter both in
Europe and America, having several leisure hours
each day, proposes to devote them to the service
of any gentleman having writing 10 do, either for
the press or Of any other description. Desiring
some mode of employing those hours until the ad-
jo,lrnment 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
muncations addressed to p. b. T., at Mrs. Wards,
corner Of A street and Missouri avenue, will meet
with prompt attention. References ofthe highest
order. ag A Feb 2--f 8
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MisfeIIaMfGMs.
ORANGE AND ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD

The cheapest, most c0mfOrt Jle, and expedi-
tious route to the White Sulphur Springs,
passing the Alum, Warm, and Hot Springs.
r.. rsssaz,zEz1 ARRANGEMENTS having
fk2 2gse5.sYiA5tg been made with the owners of the
new and splendid steamer GEORGE PAGE TO
run between Alexandria and Washington, dis
tance of six miles, in connexion with the trains
on this road and the Washington railroads the fol-
lowing schedule will take effect on and after
Thursday, June l, 1854:
A train from Alexandria to Gordonsvle, and
intermediate stations, will leave the depot corner
Of Duke and Henry streets, at o'clock, q. m,
on the arrival of the Boat from Washington, giving
ample time for Breakfast on board, arriving at
Gordonsve at half past 10 o'clock, connect
ing at that point with the trains on ihs Virginia
Central railroad 10 Richmond, Charlottesville and
Staunton.
A train from Gordonsville to Alexandria, and ina
termediate stations, will leave Gordonsve at
IL O'Clock, on the arrival of the cars on the Vir-
ginia Central road arriving at Alexandra at half
past o'clock, thus allowing time to connect with
the trains leaving Washington city for the north,
and for dinner on board the boat.
Il. A train from Alexandria to Warrenton and, in
termediate stations, will leave Alsxandria daily
iSunday excepted Ct o'clock, p. M, arriving at
Warrenton 81 O'Clock, p. m.
On Sunday will leave at o'clock, a. m.
Train from Warrenton to Alexandria and inter
mediate stations will leave Warrenton daily (Sun.
day excepted) at q quarter before o'clock, q. M,
arriving at Alexandra at halfpast o'clock, a m
On Sunday will leave at quarter past IL o'clock,
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. II FEMALE EDUCATION.

Mrs. X. w. YOUNG & MISS ". TOWN
lNl. respectfully announce TO their friends and
this community, that they will receive at their
rooms, on the corner of 10th and X streets north,
on Monday, the 18th instant limited number of
young ladies who may desire TO pass through a
systematic course Of studies, embracing all the
solid and ornamental branches of female educa-
tion. 'a,+t' st" !"
Their method Of instruction is thorough and
years in conducting the education of young ladies',
having in view the fullest development and disci.
pine Of the mental faculties.
TERMS OF TUITION. sia
All the English studies including mathematics,
with the French language, per the scholastic
year rol 10 months ....................... $50
Ancient and other modern languages1 fu ~
Music, vocal and instrume ental... Professors
Drawing in pencil and crayon...... charges
Painting in oil and water colors.....
Sept 6-3tawtlSth sa,
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-. HOOD, pennsylvania avenue, between
IL Al and 9th streets, has just returned from
the north with good assortment of the most rich
and fashionable Jeweiry in the market, which he
purchased for cash at very low prices, and now OF
fers for sale the same, al Wholesale retail much
cheaper than goods Of like quality have ever been
sold for in this section Of country. Please call al
his store. sign ofthe large spread eagle.
N. b. Special attention paid to the repairing 10
ne watches by w. w. Hollngsworth. Apr2
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HARPER,s MAGAZINE for September is
I'LL magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SHnLrScToN's book
store.
The great Illustrated Magazine OF Art for Sep
tember is one Of the best that has been issued.
Leslie's Ladies Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions
The Knickerbocker Magazine for September.
Godeys Lady's Book Graham's Magazine, ane
Putnams Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
SHILLINGTON'S Bookstore,
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NEW YORK, May 2, IS53.--The under-
IN signed has this day opened an Office, No. AZ
William street. (Merchants' Exchange1 for the
transaction of a general brokerage business.
Bank, insurance, mining, railroad, government,
State, and city securities Bought and sold. ~
Proinissory notes, bills of exchange, and loans
negotiated. l.. So.
Sep 2l-tf EMANUEL b. HAhT. I.
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AIR. BUsHNELL,s SCHOOL, IarH

INl street, between f and G streets. Washing
ton The next session will commence on the
first Monday ia September. The course Of in
struction embraces Ancient and Modern Ian
guages, Mathematics, the Elements OF Natura
and Moral Science, together with all the English
branches usually taught in the best schools. Cir
culars may be had at the school-room or at the
bookstores. Aug ll--eo4w
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MistfIIamkHms.
ZINC PAINTs.--The subscribers having

ZINC PAINTS.--The Subscribers having
II been appointed agents OF the New Jersey Zinc
Company for the sale of their superior Paints, are
prepared to execute orders for any description de-
livered in Baltimore at the company's prices, and
on the same liberal terms.
The White Paint is warranted pure, and is un-
surpassed by any other article in use. II is sold
either dry or ground in oil.
The Brown Zinc is made only from the New
Jersey Zinc Ores, and is extensively used as a
protection to iron or other surfaces. II is
cheap and economical paint.
The Brown Stone Color is unequalled as dura
bic covering for Cottages, Depots, Bridges, &c.
The consumption Of il is very large, and it has
given entire satisfaction 3,a XIV
{ All the paints manufactured by the company are
of the highest excellence, some important improve
ments having recently been discovered and ap
piled in their preparation, and they are warranted
to keep soft and fresh in the kegs, any reasonable
length of time. In this respect they are superior
TO any others in market
JOHN SULLIVAN & SONS, Agents,
Apr 7-d3m No. 2, Camden st., Baltimore.
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TAKE MOTTO E.-Housekeepers and
Il others are reminded that the following list OF
articles are OF the very best description, and can
be purchased from the subscriber on as low terms
as any other house in the city. A large assort-
ment and supply always on hand:
Oils OF all kinds. Queensware,
Paints, Brushes,
Camphine, Clocks,
Varnish, Lamps,
Turpentine, Chandeliers,
Window Glass, Chronicles,
China, Vases.
Earthenware, Britannia ware,
Glass, &c, &c, &c.
Goods sent to any part Of the city free OF
charge. Country dealers will do well 10 call
o. s. WHITTIESEY,
7ih street,
Opposite Selden & Withers's Bank.
Mar i6 (Star)
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M. SNYDER, BANKER AND EXCHANGE
4,ttttr BROKER, F

OTee National Hotel Buiiding4 Peaniylvania
Ausnus, Washington, ID. c.
N EALER IN CHECKS, ACCEPTANCES,
IL Drafts, Promissory Notes, Bank Notes, and
Coin.
Notes on all solvent Banks in the United States
bought and sold, at the best prices.
Notes, Drafts, and Bills, in Washington and
Georgetown, collected, and remittances promptly
made in New York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore,
and other funds, al charge Of one-quarter per
cent. M e
Bills OF Exchange and Bank Checks, on most
Of the principal cities Of the Union, bought and
sold al the best rates.
Land Warrants and Virginia Scrip bought and
sold. Apr 6--2meod