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Washington sentinel., 1854-07-21
Movements of ocean steamers.
FROM UNITED STATES.
PROM EUROPE.

Banks of the District.-The following are the
only Banks in the District having Offices OF redemp.
ton in Washington and conducted by responsible
stockholders:
Corporation Of Georgetown Up. c. dis.
Bank Of Commerce, and Farmers and
Mechanics Bank Georgetown par.
Bank OF Metropolis par.
Bank Of Washington par.
Exchange Bank, Selden, Withers& e. Co.1 p. c. dis
Farmers & Merchants Bank, Statham,
Smithson & Co. lp. c. dis
Patriotic Bank par
time.
North and South Carolina money bought al Il
per cent.
Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New
York at per cent.
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TOREsT HoUsE.--At Rndd's Lake, ON

ii N
ID Schooley's Mountain.-This house is situa
ate on Schooey's Mountain, in the county of Nor
ris, New Jersey, three miles from the Stan
hope Station of the Morris and Essex Railroad,
and eight miles from Schooley's Mountain Springs.
Its situation for forest shade and beautiful scenery
is believed to be one of the most desirable in this
State. 1t stands on the shore of large lake OF
pure, clear, cold water, which furnishes good fish.
ing and pleasant bathing, rowing and sailing. All
means Of amusement usually found at fashionable
watering places have been provided.
The house has been furnished only one wear,
and is large enough to comfortably accommodate
at least eighty guests, and has Been newly and
thoroughly furnished.
Ample and suitable provision for horses and car.
riages have also been made. There is daily mail
from New York TO Stanhope the nearest post
Office. Guests to this house, via the Morris and
Essex Railroad, will leave the Railroad at Stan
hope.
The proprietors being determined 10 spare no
exertions or expense which can, conduce to the
comfort and satisfaction Of their guests, respect
fully solicit share of public patronage.
Budd's Lake, N. j., May H. 1854
July elm J. M. SHARP " CO.
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WoRcRsTER, Mass. Juiy 20,-The State Anti
Nebraska convention, which assembled here to-
day, is largely attended by men of all shades OF
politics. Mr.. Taft, of Worcester was chosen pre-
sident.
the east at twelve O'Clock. A committee Of nine,
Of which Alderman Williams, of Boston, is chair
man was appointed TO repor, plan OF operations,
Tho room being insufficient TO contain the dele
gates, they have adjourned 10 the common.
Washington sentinel., 1854-07-21
New York Markets.

NEW YORK, July 20.-Flour has advanced l23
cents per barrel, at Sc 3l1@S7 12 for State, and
ST 624G$S 1S for Ohio; southern is very firm,
with sales Of $50 barrels, at So 50@S9.
Wheat is better, with sales of l2,5OO bushels, at
SO OF, for white Michigan afoat.
Corn has advanced cents, with sales OF 62.0OO
bushels at 66@70 for western mixed, and S0dS2
for white.
Pork is firm, with sales Of mess at $l2.
Beef and lard are steady and quiet.
Whisky is easier; sales of Ohio al 2S
Stocks are better and active, and money is
easier.
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TCE.-The subcriber would respectfully,

July lo--ot uhuOi A>otioho' iAote'
E.--The subcriber would respectfully,
| inform his friends and the public that, hav
ing succeeded in filling several large houses
with pure Potomac and Rock Creek Ice, and
in making his contracts with responsible east
ern dealers for a very superior article, he is
now prepared TO deliver the same puhctuany IN
any part Of Washington or Georgetown al the
lowest market price, and guarantees 10 supply Gus
toners with any quantity required tctthont ehahgt
of price during The season.
Orders left al the following places or sent
through the post Office will meet with prompt at
tention
Patterson IL Nairn, Pennsylvania avenue and
9th street,
T. d. Gilman, Pennsylvania avenue, between
9th and 7th streets.
v. Harbaugh, 7th and G streets.
KidweIl & Lawrence, Pennsylvania avenue and
18th street.
T. c. McIntire, 7h and streets.
w. II. Gilman, Pennsylvania avenue and a
street.
William Lord, 5th and streets.
j. W. Nairn, New York avenue and 18th street
Edward Hall, market space, between 9th and
7th streets.
A. G, Ridgeley, Pennsylvania avenue, between
10Th and 2Otk streets.
DIR. ]. B. Gardner, Capitol Hill.
T. M. p. King, | and 18th streets.
+. s. Walsh, Navy Yard.
C.P. Wannall, New York avenue and 9th street.
L. r. Holmead. Maryland avenue and 7th street.
w. w. Birth, Sd street, next TO Trinity Church.
J. w Soihoron & Co.. Georgetown.
Families will be supplied by the week or month,
or for the whole year, at ONE PRICE, and JuHs
ply guaranteed.
Notice of hange Of residence, if given at the
Office instead OF 10 the driver, will always prevent
disappointment.
Should mistakes or neglect occur on the part OF
those delivering the ice, II notice is given at the
Office, il will be Immediately attended TO.
Ice kept constantly on hand al Eliot's drug store
corner and 18th streets, which can be had in
large or small quantities, at the lowest market
rates l.. J. MIDDLETON,
Office, northeast corner Of and 18th
streets, and Easby's wharf
~ Persons wishing TO be supplied will please
send their names, residence, and quantity per
day. to the Office any Of the places above named
March IA.
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9otifts.

aS- stimulating Lfnfment, as prepared
mendntion for Chronic and Acute Rheumatism
II seldom, ever fails 10 give speedy and permanent
chemist Of this city for many years. It's ntrouc
ton been extensively used by many Of the
spectacle families in the District and vicinity, whom
reference be made at any time s magical
In curing Rheumatism In elderly persons who had
been sufferers for long time IL originally made for
horses for the OF iamencss saddle eals &C. and
now much used for such purposes being invaluable
article wherever Lniment required either for
beast. May %
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The best Article ever used. as hundreds can
testify in this city and surrounding country. Read
GILMAN'S LIQUID HAIR DYE insfa,uaneouslr
changes the hair TO brilliant jet Bicck or glossy
Brofgn, which Is psrmanent--does not stain or in
arr way injure the skin, No article ever yet in.
vented w.hich will compare with IT, We would
advise all who have cray hairs 10 buy y, for 10
persr Boston Post
For sale by Y, d. GILMAN Chemist,
Apr2 Washington city
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TLLIOTvS DEBATES AND MADISON
IL Papers.-The Debates in the several State
Conventions, on the adoption of the Federal Con-
sttution, as recommended by the general conven-
ton at Philadelphia, in 1857, together with the
Journul of the Federal Convention, Luther Mar
tins Letter. Yates's Minutes, Congressional Opin-
ions, Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions Of '9S-99,
and other illustrations Of the Constitution, in four
volumes, by
JONATHAN ELLIOT.
Published under the sanction of Congress.
For sale in Washington, by the publishers,
TAYLOR a. MAUKY.
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Sale of New Haven Stocks.

New YORK, July 20.--A public sale of New
Haven Railroad seven per cent. bonds. dated Sep
tember, 1853, took place to-day and brought the
following rates 10 shares, at &c; shares, at oy
3 shares, at H. There was also sold Harlem, 10
bonds, dated 10th of May, 1858; shares, at
S71; and shares, at S2l.
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BOSWELL ACADEMY.
Four Milss fran Stannton, Virginia

J0uT <hdHS JT0DI SctdUu0H, tigtHtd,
BY VIM. B. JOHNSON.
vTNHE NEXT SESSION OF THIS School
Il will commence the ist Of September and
continue ten months, with vacation Of two
This is strictly Boarding School, no day pupils
being taken, and the number ofboarders is limited
TO twenty.
Besides the ordinary English branches, TO which
particular attention is gwen, any OF the following
subjects will be taught according the selection
Of the pupils, OF the desire of the parent guar
dian, viz:
The Latin and Greek Languages
The French Spanish, and Italian languages,
Mathematics,
Natural and Moral Philosophy,
Chemistry,
Civil Engineering uheory and practice)
In all OF the above schools, except the Greek
and Italian languages and Chemistry, the princi-
pal is a graduate OF the University Of Virginia,
and he trusts that also several years experience
as a civil engineer has qualified him TO give
valuable instruction 10 a class in civil engi-
neering,
Terms two hundred dollars. payable half in ad.
vance and half on the lst Of February, for board.
tuition, fuel, lights, and washing, per session OF
ten months
REFERENCES:
Prof Gessner Harrison, University Of Virginia
Col +. III. Smith, Virginia, Military Institute.
Rt. Rev. Bishop Meade, Clark county.
RI. Rev. Bishop Johns, Williamsburg.
Rev. K. III. Phillips, Staunton.
Rev. T. T. Cssteman Staunton.
Hon. G.. III. Lee, Clarksburg.
Gen. J. H. Cooke, Fluvanna.
III. w. Tomlin, esq, King William.
G.. N Johnson, esq- Richmond.
Beverly Tucker, esq Washington.
Hon. A. III. ii. Stuart, Stanton.
Posr oFFcE, SrAuNroS, Va
July 4-dtSlcp
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The weather aud the Heat.

BALTIMORE, July 20--The weather is intensely
hot, the thermometer at O'Clock having reached
about $50.
New YORK, July 20.--This is believed to be the
hottest day of the season. The Thermometer at
halfpast Two O'Clock this afternoon ranged from
$50 10 1909 in the shade.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS OF HAMP-

NHEDICAL DEPARTMEHTOFHA HAmP-
Nl den Sydney College, Richmond, Va.-The
,lxteenth annual course of lecures will COM
nence on Monday, the 10th day bf October, 1903,
md continue until the lst Of the ensuing March.
The commencement for conferrng degrees VIII
We held about the middle OF March.
r. L. Bohannan M. D., Prof Of Obstetrics and
Diseases of Women and Children.
L. w. Chamberlayne, M. d., Prof OF Materia
Medica and Therapeutics.
Martin p Scott, M. d., Lecturer on Chemistry
md Pharmacy.
Chas Bell Gibson, NJ. d., Prof Of Surgery n
surgical Anatomy.
Garter P. Johnson, M. D., Prof of Anatomy and
Physiology.
David H. Tucker, M. D., Ptof of Theory and
Practice of Medicine.
Arthur E. Petioolas, M. d. Demonstrator OF
Anatomy.
The study of practical anatomy may be prose-
suited with the most ample facilities, and at very
rifing expense.
Clinical lectures are regularly given at the col
ege infrmary and Richmondhlmshouse. The in
Urinary, under the same roof fith the college, and
subject TO the entire control the faculty, is at all
tunes well filed with medical and surgical cases
and furnishes peculiar facilities for clinical in
struction. Many surgical operations are perform
ed in presence Of the class and the students, be-
ing freely admitted 10 theiwards, enjoy, under
the guidance Of the professors, unusual opportu-
nties for becoming familiaf with the symptoms
diagnosis, and treatment ofdisease.
ExrENsEs.-Matriculatiob fee, IS. Professors
tees, 500. Demonstrators fee, $40. Graduation
fee, s25.
Ms- The price Of boar6 including fuel lights,
and servants, attendance,i usually SO or s31 per
week. DAVID III. TUCKER, M. d.,
Sep 2q-tf Dean Of the Faculty.
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Annexation of the Sandwich Islands.

New YoRK, July 20.-It is positively asserted
here that Commissioner Gregg has nearly concu-
ded a treaty annexing the Sandwich Islands to
the United States, with the appreciation of the
President The only unsettled question is as TO
whether they shall come in State. The whole
subject is kept a profound secret at Honolulu.
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HE CA RS

LEAVE WASHINGTON FOR BALTIMORE at and
81 O'Clock, a. m, and 3 and O'Clock, p. m. The
first and fifth trains connect with the north.
LEAVE BALTIMORE FOR WASHINGTON at ~ and
9 O'Clock, a. M, aud 5 and 5 o'clock, p. m. The
first and second trains connect with the Orange
and Alexandra cars.
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Fire at Astoria.

New YORK, July 20.--A fire broke out at two
o'clock this morning at Astoria. 1t commenced
in Swans tavern and destroyed eight wooden
houses principally occupied by poor families.
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0fthe white population of this State in 1850,
the relative number Of males and females, was
as follows:
Males. Females. Total
Born in the State. .S90,lll s97,l99 1,7S7,31o
Born out Of the State w
and in the U. States. s5.s3i sO,132 lJ5,oOe
Born in foreign ooun-
tries ..l05,690 1374l5 303.l05
Unknown. 1899 $50 l,770
2,25s,16o
OF the free colored population Of this State
the following return was made;
Males. Females. Total
Born in the State. ..,176o3 ool65 37,7es
Born out OF the State
and in the y. States. 1851 57e6 1888
Born in foreign coun-
usTs.va........... ,i's: ss ass s5 49, sss sls
Aggregate .,i,,'.'''''.i.,.,,.., 5000
Psnnsyivanian
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MRS. STOVES NEW BOOK.-sunpy

MRS. STOVES NEW BOOK.--sunny
lNl Memoirs Of Foreign Lands, by Mrs. II. b.
stowe, 2 vols, so illustrations, 50.
Life and its Aims, in two parts Ideal LIZ. and
Actual Life, 81.
The Sunshine Of Greys.one, story for girls,
by Z. j. May, 70 cents.
BapiIsrn, Us Nature, Obligation, Mode, Subject
and Benefits, by Rev. L. Rosser, A. M.
WORKS BY DIR. TwKEDIE.
Glad Tidings, or the Gospel of Peace, 60 cents
a lamp TO the Path, or the Bible in the Heart
the Home and the Market Place, GO cents
Seed Time and Harvest, or Sow well and Reap
well, G3 cents. GRAY &c BALLANTYNE,
July IL Seventh street.
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& GARNER, Merchant Tai

lors, Morfit's building, "A street, near Penn
syvania avenue, would most respectfully inform
their friends, the public in general and the old pa
irons Of Joseph r. Thompson, in particular, that
they have received their Spring Supply Of Goods,
(which to be admired needs but to be seen Of
and which they will make to order, in style and
fit, to please the tastes of the most fastidious,
all ages.
Favor us with call. Our motto is I. We study
to please Mar 25--iff
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Latter from the Franklin.

New York, Jniy 20.-The latest intelligence
from the franklin leaves no doubt that she in ire
trievably lost. Her cargo is valued at S150O00O,
consisting Of French and German goods. They
are fully insured in England and on the Conti-
nent,
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NIEDICAL CARD.-Drs. r. 8 J. Hunter,

MEDICAL CARD.-Drs. X. d j. Hunter,
IyI (physic.ans for diseases of the chest &c. ,
beg TO announce that they will remove TO New
York on the 5th of December next, or as soon
thereafter as they shall have completed desired
professional arrangements in regard TO their prac-
tice in Washington and Baltimore. The motive for
this change is that of being central and easy
Of access TO those visiting them from distant parts
of the Union.
Dr. James Hunter will, during the winter, visit
professionally ST. Augustine, Jacksonville, and the
principal resorts for invalids on the southern
coast
Dr. Robert Hunter will visit Washington and
Baltimore on professional business once in each
month after December.
Will be published in January next an American
edition of Sir Charles Scudamore's work on Inha-
lation, with an /" Introduction" "Notes," and an
Appendix, by X. Hunter, M. r. G. s.
Nov l6-ly (m)
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The Weather.-It is not necessary TO consult
the thermometer 10 ascertain the warmth of the
weather. The general complaint of the dry and
burning atmosphere sufficiently attests the un-
comfortable fact. We all sigh for rain, not mere
shower, but an out-pouring OF water from the
clouds Of long continuance.
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CHEAP AND PLEASANT

-&sssxxz7as excursions daily throughout the
year by the Steamer BALTIMORE, to and from
Aqua Creek, with dinner included, for 50 only.
To families and others desrous Of recreation
and change of scene, no better opportunity can
offer for such indulgence than is now daily at
forded by the regular trips Of the splendid and
commodious Steamer Baltimore to Aqua Creek
and back to Washington between the hours of 6i
a. m. and "a p. m.
Fare for the round trip, including a good dinner
on board, So only.
For further information apply to Captain A. d.
Peek, on board, or to
GEORGE MATT1NGLY,
Agent OF the line in Washington.
July lS-d2m*
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Accidental Drowning.

PHILADELPHIA, Jnty 20.-Wm. W. Livermore,
druggist, Ninth and Vine streets, was drowned
yesterday, while bathing at Cooper's Point.
Washington sentinel., 1854-07-21

EAUTiERs.--Just received a large as
NJ sortment of Pate DE Foies Gras from Stras
burg in small and large jars
Jan 22-tf G. GAUTIER.
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AND CANEs.--steyens,

" Browns Hotel, has received a select and
large variety Of storm and sun Umbrellas, Of the
newest styles and best quaities.
Also, large and varied assortment Of domestic
and foreign Walking Canes, Of new designs and
at moderate and uniform prices at
STEVENS'S Sales Room,
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The lon is iammed with

as notoriousy insecure. The lon is jammed with
documents into the roof
There can be no doubt, as il was truly remarked,
that The private and public losses and misiortunes
which have been sustained heretofore from acci
dents of fire in our public buildings, have been
equal 10 all the cost whichfis proposed for these
new structures. Such is the opinion of high ex-
ecutve officers, who have repeatedly pressed this
subject on the consideration of Congress
There is not only necessity for erecting fire.
proof buildings for the preservation Of the public
archieves, but for the increasing business opera
tions Of the several departments.
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MAGAZINE, for July, for

HARPER's MAGAZINE, for July, for
H sale at SHILLINGToN'S Bookstore.
Godey's Lady's Book for July.
Knickerbocker Magazine, do.
Graham's Magazine, do.
Blackwood's Magazine, DO.
Aubrey, new book by Mrs. Marsh.
Woman's Love, by Eugene Sue.
Everything in Tho Book, Newspaper, and Sta
tionery line for sale at
SHILLINGTON'S Bookstore,
Cor Pa. sv. and 4A ST., odeon Building.
July 6--tf
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Criminal Court.-Yesterday, hack-driver
named William Dant. was tried for an assault
coupled with brutal intent on lady, who had
employed him TO convey her from the steamboat,
last autumn, 10 one of our city hotels. He was
found guilty, and deservedly sentenced TO four
years Imprisonment in the District penitentiary.
Washington sentinel., 1854-07-21

CIR JASPER CAREw, HIS LIFE AND
~ experience, with some account Of his over
reachings and short comings, now first given to
the world by himself by Charles Lever.
The Orators Touchstone, or Eloquence Sim
pli6ed. by Hugh Mcqueen, Just published, and
for sale by r.. FARNHAM,
July IS Corner Penn. avenue and 1lth street
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ADAMS & CO.'S ExPREss

~ n pi u ~ y u n ~ u . .
LEAVES WAsHINGToN FOR BALTIMORE AND THE
NORTH at o'clock, p. M; for the SOUTH at Z
O'Clock, p m.
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TAYLOR & MAURY,s LIST OF NEW

TAYLOR d MAURY'S LIST OF NEW
j Books History of Greece, by William
Smith, l.. l.. ID.
Katharine Walton, by w. G. Sims.
Suppressed Letters Of Tom Moore.
The Knout Of the Russians, from the French.
Farm Implements, by John J. Thomas.
Farmingdale, by Caroline Thomas.
Our Parish, or annals Of Pastor and People.
The Hive Of the Bee Bunter, by T. B. Thorpe
Personal narrative of explorations and incidents
in Texas, New Mexico, &c by Jno. Russell Bart
lett, in two volumes, beautifully illustrated.
Book Store, Penn. avenue, near 9Th ST.
Iune 4
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CHINA, GLASS, AND EARTHENwARE
ESTABLISHMENT.

ESTABLISHMENT
7h street bettceen Louisiana avenue and ID street.
THE SUBSCRIBER HAS JUST RE-
ceived from the north, splendid assortment
of China, Glass, and Earthenwsre; also, magni6-
cent Girandoles and Lamps Of many patterns,
adapted for halls and parlors
Paints, boiled and raw, linseed oil, putty, win.
dow glass, of every variety, always on hand.
Clocks, brushes, &c, and every article for gen
eral housekeeping kept for sale.
G. s. WHITTLESEY, 7th street.
Nov 20-ly (m)
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n ODEs UNITED STATES POST Of
III fee Directory and Postal Guide, compiled
from the records Of the Post Office Department.
For sale by r. FARNHAM,
Corner Of llth street and Penn. avenue.
May 16
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TANs! FANS! FANS!-Just opening a
Il new assortment of elegant latest style Paris
Fans, with pearl ivory bone and wood stick.
PARKER'S
Perfumery, Comb, and Fancy Store,
July 15-3t under National Hotel
Washington sentinel., 1854-07-21

GENTI IEMEN'sFURNIsHIN GOODS.
NJ very desirable for hot weather, embracing
most OF tie articles usually found in awell-ordered
establishment. A large and varied assortment
now on hand al moderate prices, wholesale and
retail, al LANES
x. Gentlemens Furnishing Store
June 1S-dlmif Penn. ave-, near A street.
Washington sentinel., 1854-07-21

Burglars.-Several nights ago two burglars
We're seen trying TO gain admittance TO the dwell
ing.house Of Mrs. Smallwood, on East Capitol
strect. They succeeded in turning the door-key
from the outside, but could not mai age the night
latch. They then tried 10 open the window shut
iers; and while thus engaged, the approach of
citizen frightened them from their purpose; and
they fed. II is well they len the premises, for,
gentleman living near by had procured his rifle,
and would have saluted the rogues with ball had
they even intruded foot or head into the house
Washington sentinel., 1854-07-21
SHAMRoCK HAMS AND KENTUCKY

- Breakfast Bscon.-Usher's celebrated sham
rock Ham and Breast Pieces, (mild cured, for
broiling or frying for breakfast,l new article.
Just received and for sale by
SHEKELL & BAILEY,
No. s. opposite Centre Market.
July 12--3tf
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Gslsgrapbir.
Nfassac husetts Anri- Nebraska Convention.

By the House Line, expressly Tor the Sentinel
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NatIytives Of the Population Of PennsyI-
vania.
The census Of 1850 states the places Of birth
Of the inhabitants Of Pennsylvania TO be as fol-
lows in other States of the Union:
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TOTAL population Of Pennsylvania born in
the United States, in 1850. ........... .2,0i4,619
The following table exhibits the places Of
birth of those inhabitants Of Pennsylvania who
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Future Fashion The London Punch con

Future Fashion.--The London Punch con-
tans pictorial guess at the distance at which
ladies' bonnets will be worn from their heads at
and still further rearward, and the next change,
Punch thinks, will carry them of the head en-
tirely. So he represents the next fashion by two
ladies in full dress and bare headed, sailing along
the streets. with a footman walking some ten feet
behind, earring the bonnets on waiter!
We quote this article, which is running the
rounds ofthe newspapers, for the purpose Of say.
ing, in connexion wisb il, that some such fashion
has already commenced in this city, for, The other
night, we actually saw gentleman walking by
the side Of lady, carrying her bonnet in his hand.
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March 6--2weod
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OPINIONS OF ATTORNEYS GENER-
Y j nj of the United States.-Tha undersigned

May Z
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In government like our own, light will
shine forth in spite of every effort to keep it
hid, and