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K1ARM FOR SALE Containing ss6s

y OTIS AND SQUARES OF GROUND FOR
SALE, the orELousas RAILROAD DEPOT, Agers, b.
ly TflAYER 4 CO., II Poydrns street
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01

n
IN Washington.-Tbe Thirty-second Annual
Course Of Lectures will commence on the fourth
Monday in October, and continue until March.
FACULTY.
Thomas Miller, M. d., Professor of Anatomy
and Physiology.
Vim. p Johnson, NJ D., Professor of Obstet
rics and Diseases of Women and Children
Joshua Riley, NJ. D., Professor of Materia Med
lea, Therapeutics and Hygiene.
John Fred. May, NJ. D., Professor of the Prin-
ciples and Practice of Surgery.
Grafton Tyler. M. d., Professor Of Pathology
and Practice of Medicine.
Robert King Stone. u. D. Professor Of Micros.
copa aud Pathological Anatomy.
Lewis II. Steiner, M. D., Professor of Chemis-
try and Pharmacy.
William H. Saunders, NJ. D., Prosector and De-
monstrator
The facilities for the prosecution of practical
anatomy are ample.
Like most similar institutions in Europe. the
desks from which the regular lectures are given
and the wards for clinical instructions are under
the same roof.
The extensive additions TO the buildings since
ast session. tor the accommodation of the
X, will greatly extend the usefulness of the
medical and surgical clinic.
The entire expense for full course of lee
lures ls..-.... ..................S $50
Practical anatomy by the deinonstrator . 10
Martricuating fee payable only once). ....... 5
Graduating expenses. .......... 25
Admission 10 the Medical and Surgical Clinic
trough the whole course without charge
ROBERT KING STONE, NJ D.,
Dean of the Faculty.
Office and residence corner Of and 18th sts
Sep 21-tf
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
GCoTTs WEEKLY PAPER.--The pub
Dec 1876


- Usher of this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year (lS5D combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
Of the Philadelphia weeklies. 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
pard's celebrated Legends Of the American Revo-
lution," published for ifty-six consecutive weeks
in the Saturday Courier will find these pictures
OF French and American history endowed with all
the power and brilliancy of his previous produc-
tons. The first of series Of original novellettes
called Morris Hartley, the Knights of the Mystic
Valley, by Harrison w. Ainsworth, is about 10 be
commenced Ii will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravings. and its startling incidents
cannot fail TO elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist, and author OF
Viola, ETC., etc., is also engaged to furnish bril-
liant novelette, to follow the above. Mrs. Mary
Andrews Denson, author Of Home Pictures, Pa
tience Worthington and her Grandmother, ETC.,
will continue splendid domestic novelette,, en-
illustrated story called the Two Edged Knifc-a
graphic picture of early life in Old Kentucky To
these will be ad1ed original contributions and Sc
lections from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentz Clara
Carvile, Lille Lilberne, Mrs. Stowe, Grace Green
wood and other distinguished 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 So; two copies one
year So; four copies one year SIS; nine copies one
year, and one 10 the getter up of the club, SO !;
twenty copies one year and one TO the getter up
Of fthe club, $40.
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No.111 Chestnut st. Philadelphia.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
DATENT GAS REGULAToR.-Tne in,

III ventor (Dr. Kdder) of this economical and
useful instrument deserves the thanks of the gas
consuming community. The saving effected by
the of will be found fully 25per cent in ev.
cry persons gas bill. II can be so adjusted az to
supply the gas at any desired pressure less than
that of the street, and when once adjusted the
Regulator viii continue to supply the gas at that
pressure uniformly without requiring further care
or attention, and independen, Of all the fiuctna-
tons OF the street pressure. An additional adyan.
tage obtained by this Regulator is a light OF more
agreeable quality, in place Of the biuish white
color OF the ordinary gas light occasioned by the
high pressure al which the gas j. consumed As
an evidence Of its practical utility il is now in op
Grafton in some of the principal noteIs and large
stores in New York city who all bear favorable
testimony 10 its value. Ii has also received the
united commentators of the press
Hotel proprietors and storekeepers in the city OF
Washington and its vicinity, dcsirous TO avail
themselves Of the economiser can Obtain all fur
ther information by calling on the subscriber who
has htted one of these Regulators up in his store
and viii give illustration Of il.
EDWARD NJ. BOTELER,
Practical Gas-Fitter and Plumber,
South West corner of 9th and b streets.
Sep 22--2aw3w
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
rINHE NEW YORK MUSICAL REVIEW
and Choral AdvOcate-Is the cheanesi and


best Musical Paper in the world This Journal
(Which has heretofore been published monthly
commences its fifth year in January next and
thenceforwarded il will be published every two
weeks-on every other Thursday thereby giving
more than twice as much matter without any IN
crease in price. Each number contains sixteen
quarto pages, four Of which are new music con-
sisting OF gees hymn tunes. chants, anthems, ded-
cation and hoyday pieces, and, in short, every
variety of music adapted to purposes of religious
worship, 10 public occasions and 10 the home cir
Gle !; all of which will be of practical character.
and such as can be sung by persons of ordinary
musical attainments. In the editorial department
OF the Rerieao are engaged, lin addition 10 Mr..
Cady the former editor) gentlemen Of the highest
talent and ripest musical perence, among whom
are, George F. Root, VIM. B. Bradbury, Thomas
Hastings and Lowell Mason and its circle OF cor
respondence, home and foreign, is complete. The
Reuieac will also be regular medium for the an
nouncement OF new musical publications by all the
leading publishing houses in the Union. The sub
scription list of this paper is larger than that
Of any similar journal in the world, and the new
arrangements, rendering il the cheapest as well as
Gt is hoped) the most valuable paper ever pub
ished. must largely increase its already nnpara-
elled circulation.
Terms: One dollar per annuns, or sic copies for
fue dollars, always in advance.
Ey- The music alone in volume would cost
over five dollars in the usual form. Besides this
there will be an immense amount Of musical news
essays, criticisms, instructions. &c. &c. all for
only one dollar! Every one feeling particle OF
interest in the cause ofmusc will surely subscribe
Specimen Plumbers sent on receipt of two letter
postage stamps. Address, always post paid)
MASON BROTHERS,
80 Park Row, N. Y
Dec 1g-2t
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
} w. BROWNING, Merchant Tailor,

4 : under the United States Hotel having en-.
aIged ana improved his store, would now respect
iuly eau the attention Of citizens. and strangers
ssling "ashlngion, TO his well-selected stock OF
rrchch ana English cloths, cassimeres and vest
goods from the New York marke, 'S'' y
having had twenty years experience n ,ha
purchase OF goods from the bes, imnor,ino, hn,sas
IN the United States, with such adyan,,es :. lin
enable him 10 offer them TO the public IN snah
terms as will give entire satisfaction ~ ,ha ~.
chasers, and, in view of increasing his bns;,paa.
he has purchased unusual large stock &c ,,aS1s
such as will defy competition for their be,n,,,
style, and cheapness. .
All he asks is a call before you purchase e,x.
where, and he will convince you that you will
save your money by so doing. A suit Of G othes
can be made upin the most elegant style at twelve
superior Ready-made Clothing.
nave on hand a superior assortment OF ready
made clothing. Of my own work made IN in the
most fashionable manner. snch as overcoats in
various styles, frock and dress COATS and also
pants and vests, which will be sold al much less
price than work made TO order.
N, D. Sole agent for SCOTS report of Fashions
for the District. 7'To-'
Oct. l5--6m. In)
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
UNIVERSITY oFVIRGINIA.-Tne mex,

" session OF tins institution will open the lst OF
October, and close the 29th of June following.
The university embraces the following schools,
viz: |, ancient languages; 2, modern languages
B mathematics; A. philosophy, mneraogy,
and geology; 5, chemistry; 6, medicine; 2, COM
paraiive anatomy, physiology, and surgery; s, mo-
raj philosophy rhetoric, and bellies ettres, and po-
lillcal economy; 9 law. Also ectureship OF
special anatomy and materia medica, and de-
monstratorship of anatomy. The schools OF an
cient languages, modern languages, and mathe-
malIcs, have each an assistant instructors and in
the school of law there is an adjunct professor
The expenses, mot including clothing, books, or
pocket-money,) are as follows
Tuition fee, say three schools at S25 each. SIS 90
Boarding, including diet, furniture,
and attendance of servant, payable in
three instalments in advance ........ 100 90
Room rent, two occupying a room, IS
each S 90
(Rents without the precints, something e,
more.)
Matriculation fee, SIS; contingent depo-
sit, $40 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 25 90
Washing, say $40; fuel and light say $40 80 90
S25S 90
Students Of medicine are charged with four
tickets, at S25 each, and dissecting fee of S.
The fee in the immediate class of law is 500; in
senior class, SIS.
GESSNER HARRISON, A
SEP 2l-tf Chairman Of the Faculty.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
agsntiss am gam 0t6ffs.
A GENCY AT wAsHINGroN.--To


IA Ciaimants.-FRANCISA A. DICkINS con-
unues 10 undertake the agency OF claims before
Congress and other branches OF the government,
including commissioners under treaties, and Inc
various public Offices. He viii attend TO pre-
emption and other land claims, the procuring OF
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
for Virginia bounty land warrants, aud the comm
nation by Congress OF grants and claims 10 iands,
claims for property lost IN or 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
haIfpav pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
vices whether for commutaton, hali.pay, or
bounty lands; also, claims for extra and back pay,
&c. Of soldiers, sailors and marines; as well those
against the State of Virginia, the United States
all claims, growing out of contracts with the gov
ernment, for damages sustained ia consequence OF
the action or conduct of the government; and in
deed any business before Congress orthe public of
ices whichma require the aid OF an agent or attor
ney. His charges win be moderate and depend
ing upon the amount of the claim and the extent
Of the service.
Mr.. T. A. Dickins is known 10 most ofthose who
have been in Congress within the last few years,
or who have occupied any public attention at
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.
Sep 2S-lyd (m)
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
GDueati0aaI.
NJ EDICAL DEPARTMENToF HAMp-

wi den Sydney College, Richmond, Va-The
sixteenth annual course of lectures will com
mence on Monday, the 10th day of October, 1858.
and continue until the lst of the ensuing March.
The commencement for conierring degrees will
be held about the middle of March
H. 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 T. Scott, M. d.. Lecturer on Chemistry
and Pharmacy.
Chas, Bell Gibson, M. D., Prof of Surgery and
Surgical Anatomy.
Carter p. Johnson, M. D., Prof of Anatomy and
Physiology
David II. Tucker NJ D., Prof of Theory and
Practice Of Medicine.
Arthur T. Petioolas, M. d., Demonstrators OF
Anatomy.
The study practical anatomy may be prose
cuted with the most ample facilities, and al very
tridng expense.
Clinical lectures are regularly given al the col.
lege inirmary and Richmond almshouse The in
urinary, under the same roof with the college, and
subject to the entire control of the faculty is al all
times well filled with medical and surgical cases,
and furnishes peculiar facilities for clinical in
siruction Many surgical operations are perform
ed In presence OF the class; and the students be-
ing Freely admitted 10 the wards, enjoy, under
the guidance of the professors unusual epportu-
mites for becoming familiar with the symptoms.
diagnosis and treatment of disease.
ExPESsEs.-Matriculation fee, S5. Professors
fees, Sl0O Demonstrators fee, So Graduation
fee S25.
~ The price Of board, including fuel lights
and servants attendance, is usually SO or S31 per
week. DAVID II. TUCKER, M. D.,
sep 29-u Dean OF the Faculty.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
nj w GOODS! Bargains for CASH |!
IN EXTRA 4ORDLNAR AIvCR4C @ TLQNi.-

n
in EXTRA ORDINARY ATTRAC TTON,-
Free Exhibition Of the most splendid assortment
Of fall patterns, al the Mttopolfan Paper Han ging
'aad Gpholaery Wareyoonas, No. S, Washington
Place, east side of 7th street, S doors south of
street. | would most respectfully inform the citi-
zens of Washington, Georgetown, and vicinity
that have just received from the manufacturers a
splendid assortment Of Paper Hangings, of the
richest designs and best finish embracing all va
rieties and kinds-viz: Gold, Silver, Velvet Satin
and Unglazed Papers. at all prices, from 10 cents
TO 50 81 cents per piece. Borders Of the richest
patterns, ranging in price from Ia cents to 81 50
for nine yards. Window Shades from 37i cents
TO ST. and upwards, according 10 quality.
Paper hung by the best workmen. All work
warranted to give satisfaction. Designs for halls
and vestbues are kept on exhibition. Statuary
and ornamental work done in artistic manner.
Churches aud halls papered and decorated after
the Partisan and New York styles.
Upholstery work done in the best manner, and
al short notice. by skilful workmen.
Particular attention is calledto my 25 cent Satin
Papers My assortment is unrivalled by any other
in this city. No trouble to show goods. A call is
respectfully solicited. Doors open till 9 o'clock in
the evening. JOSEPH 7. X. PLANT.
Sep 24--3mend (m)
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
VIM. RUTHERFORD.
On E ST., bet. 18th and 18th.

TIC now DcluS Hu-
IL ished on the northeast corner of 7th street and
Louisiana avenue, in this city.
The iirsi door has been constructed for a Bank
ing Establishment, of marble, with vaults &c. and
two stores on 7th street The basement is con-
structed 10 embrace all the modern conveniences
for restaurant, in connexion with kitchen and
vaults Tor coal oysters. provisions &c. Therestau
rant communicates, bohfrom in and out doors, with
the second story, which is composed of four rooms,
communicating through ample folding-doors, for
the accommodation OF either large or small private
parties. Should the second story not be taken in
connexion with the restaurant, the rooms will be
rented for offices. The third story embraces near
ly the whole extent of the building, and is well
adapted for commodious billiard-room for three
tables. The fourth story embraces the whole ex-
tent of the building, and is well adapted for a
printing room or amory, and, if not rented will be
reserved for a meeting and exhibition room. Gas
and water and all the modern improvements have
been introduced on each floor of this building and
its position, situated in the very heart of the most
business portion Of Washington, must ensure large
profits 10 competent tenants.
Apply to or address s.. c. BARNEY,
Sep 2i--tf het snd TIL SIS Washington.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
GREAT THROUGH LINE To THE WEST
sT-~ BALTIMORE AND OHIO r..

r-z@EExxSAD0D pdliTOdu, ITOIu DdtlInOTc 10
Wheeling, and connecting there with the large, new,
and splendid Steamers of the Union Line on the
Ohio, and the Stages 10 GAINESVILLE, &c.
This expeditions line being now thoroughly COM
pleted, by the late finishing of the Great Board
Tree Tunnel, and the road being in excellent order
the earnest attention OF travellers is confidently
directed 10 its superior advantages and low fares
The scenery upon this road is Of the most stupen-
dous and attractive character.
The Express Mail Train leaves Baltimore daily
at Z. M, and runs directly through TO Wheeling
$3.50 miles, in Is or 10 hours, including ali SION
pages, arriving there at or p. M. next day; or.
passengers leaving Baltimore AT A. M. may Law
over for lodging in Cumberland, Q79 miles, and
proceed thence 10 Wheeling in the morning
10 connect with these trains, the cars leave
Washington at 8 A. NJ and 5 p. M. daily meeting
the cars from Baltimore al the Washington juno
ton, (better known as the RELAY House.) nine
miles from Baltimore
Az Wheeling the seven unrivalled Steamers OF
the Union Line, which have just been completed
Tor tins route, form daily connexion with the
cars ahu convey passengers down the Ohio to
Cincinnati and Louisville, where the Stages for
Nashville, &c., or the ST. Louis and New Orleans
Packets, may be taken by those going further on
Passengers for Columbus Tor who prefer the
land route TO CincinnatD and other parts Of Ohio
ana @ the West may also proceed direct from
wheeling IN the Ohio Stage Company's excellent
coaches over the best part Of the National Road
to GAINESVILLE, &c., and thence by railroad.
Passengers for Wellsvic and Cleveland by
steamboat and railroad will also find this a mos,
agreeable route, there being regular and speedy
connexion at Wheeling to and from those places.
baggage checked through from Washington to
Wheeling and no charge for transfer of passen-
gers or baggage.
Fare by through ticket, with the right to lie over
anywhere on the route,) from Washington 10
Wheeling, $3.50; to Cincinnati, Sill to Louis
vile, $l2.
Tickets to be had of Mr. P.RsoNs Aoent a, The
Railroad Station, Washington, and Of the other
Agents of the Company.
VIM PARKER,
Sep 2I-dtf* General Snnerinfe nde nj
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
@ ELECT CLASSICAL and Mathematics al

~ ELrSl SLASSlCAL and Mathematical
~ ScHooL-The subscriber has removed his
school to College Hill where commodious build
ing Is being fitted up for its reception
AS the Preparatory Department of the Column
ban College, twill continue 10 preserve the char
acter OF strictly select school, designed for lay
ing the foundation of a thorough English, Classi-
cal, and Mathematical education The next ses-
sion will commence on the 18th of September, and
close on the last of June.
Terms: Sl2 so per quarter, payable in advance.
Al small additional charge the students will
be permitted TO 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 superntendence of the Principal.
The necessary expenses of afull boarding student
will be about $50 per academic year, and Of a
weekly boarder will not exceed $50.
GEORGE s. BACON, Principal
Refers TO the Faculty OF the Columbian College
Col. J. l.. Edwards, Col. Peter Force Wm. Gun
ton, Esq; L. d. Gale, M. D., of the Patent Office
Joseph Wilson, Esq, of the Land Office and t'ro-
lessor G. G. Jewett, of the Smithsonian Institute.
Sep2l-tf
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
NEW BOOKS.
DICHARD WILLIAMS, the Patagonia

N Missionary; by the Rev. James Hamil
ton. d. ID.
Jaquelne Pascal; or, A Glimpse of Convent
Life at Port Royal
The Flower Of the Family; Book for Girls
The Religions of the World, and their Relation
TO Christianity by F. d. Maurice
Berridges Christian World Unmasked; by Rev
Thos. Guthrie, d. ID.
Parleys Present for all Seasons
The Edinburgh Doll, and Other Tales, for chill.
dren.
Fine English editions of the following juveniles
Guizot's Moral Tales.
Evenings at Home.
The Swiss Family Robinson.
The Little Savage; by Capt. Marryatt.
Celebrated Children by M. Mason.
Sandford l. Merton
For sale by GRAY IL BALLANTYNE,
Dec III Hh street, near Odd Fellows, Hall.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
alisrfIIanfDus.
nIARnLE MANrLEs.-narnl. worl.

INl Tse subscriber begs leave 10 inform his
friends and the public that he has increased his
stock of Marble Nantes, comprising Sienna,
Brockedelia, Spanish, Egyptian vein, Italian, and
black marble, richly carved and plain, of the best
quality, newest style, and superior finish, which he
offers for sale low for cash. Also Marble Monu-
menis, Tombs, and Headstons Slabs; Eastern
Marble Tor window sils, lintels, steps, and plat
forms; Marble tile, counter and table tops soap
stone, calcined plaster 81 rs per barrel.
Also on hand large loi of Connecticut Brown
Stene, New York Flags and Steps, suitable for
binding purposes. He invites the attention OF
builders and others TO his stock and will endeavor
10 give satisfaction 10 all who may favor him with
their orders.
VIM. RUTHERFORD.
On Z ST., bet. 18th and 18th.
Washington sentinel., 1854-03-01
NOTICE TO U. S. MAIL CONTRACTORS
AND THE PUBLIC.
AUDIToR's OFFICE, PosT OFFICE DEPARTMENT,
Nf,tembsr 1874

lN0uem6eT i, 1898.
TT HAS BEENLONG THE PRACTICE
i OF this Office 10 pay the drafts drawn and nego-
uated by contractors for carrying the United
States mails for the amounts respectively. of their
quarterly pay. Il was established 10 accomIno-
date the contractors, and meet their necessities, in
advance OF The regular and slewer process of pay
ing by the drafts or warrants of the department
and was intended only TO apply 10 one dreh per
route from each contractor for the ,chol amount
(deducting fines, collections, &c.) of his quarterly
pay; but IT has been, and is quite generally so
misunderstood, as 10 be supposed to allow any
number of drafts, and for any amount, not exceed
ngin The aggregate, the pay for the quar-
ter. privilege conceded for accommodation flor
II was never anything nlorei has thus been made
TO embarrass materially the business Of this Office
forced upon il the settlement of the private ac-
counts OF contractors, and thrown upon the ex-
changes OF the country, with guast sanction OF
tins odice species OF paper currency unauihor-
lied by the laws
II not unfrequently occurs too, that this Office is
exposed 10 great and unnecessary risk in deter
mining upon the genuineness of the signatures TO
the assignments or endorsements Of the various
persons through whose hands these drafts are
made to pass before their presentation.
It IS therefore deemed proper TO give this public
notice TO contractors. and all concerned, that from
and after the Isl day OF January, 1854, bu, one
draf for the pay upon each route per quarter will
be payed, or filed for payment, in this Office. This
draft should state upon It's face. that rs the only
ons for the qnGHsr aNi ts route lboth TO be speci-
fedl on which il is drawn: and tie sigaatn tn,e there
to should be atte>eG bg TIE potmdSter al the place
achsrs II may be 9raicn, ard other pitnsss; and
sUunsssss.
VIM. E. PHILLIPS,
Anditor ofthe Treasury for the
Nov. 13 p. O Department.