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Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
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Education In the District.-On the Cd oi
June, 1911, at public dinner in Washington
given 10 Robert Brent, esq, upon his retirement
from the mayoralty, the following toast was given
by DR.. James A. Blake, himself afterwards an eff
cient and popular mayor of the city,
Public Schools The rmest basis on which TO erect the
temple Of liberty. The diffusion Of knowledge is the bane
Of despotism."
The friends of education would find il curious
matter to trace the progress of public schools in
this city from the period referred up TO the pre-
sent. In December, 1914, uhe goomiest period
of the war with England) the city councils made
an addition to the act to establish and endow a
permanent institution for the education of youth in
the city of Washington, and appropriated the sum
of four hundred dollars, chargeable to the first and
second wards. The subject has been cherished
ever since with commendable lberality, until now
there are public schools, well attended, in every
ward of the city, and thousands of children are
reapng the benefits thereof.
The Commissioner of the Land Office, in his
last annual report, renews his suggestion that
Congress make donation Of public lands TO aid
the cause OF education in this District, and the sub
ject is now before committee of the House.
The city is now divided into four school dis
tricts under the charge Of board Of trustees,
consisting of three persons from each school dis
trlct, who, with the mayor, have the management
of the schoos.a There are in ALL twenly-three
public schools, with thrty-sx teachers, at an an
nual cost of $12,400. The highest salary given is
$500 per annum; the lowest, 5000 All white
children between the ages Of six and sixteen years
are admitted into the schools:
The act laying school tax imposes one dollar
on every white male citizen, Of twenty -one years
Of age and upwards, annually.
National I,,telligencer.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
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DIED,

On the I'd instant after long and Illness HENRY
HOFFMAN, aged So years native Of Germany, but for
many years resident of this city.
His friend and acquaintances respectfully invited to
attend his funeral without further notice. Sunday next
at o'clock, p. m. -sA
On Saturday last the twentyeghth Of January, at his
residence in the city of Philadelphia JAMES ROBERTSON,
esq having the day of his death attained his eighty
second year.
Mr.. Robertson had formerly, cashier of the Branch
Bank Of the United States resided many in the city
Of Richmond, Virginia, and in that community has lef
friends, by whom his memory will be long and
warmly cherished.
At her residence in New Albany, Indiana, Mrs. ISA
BELLA SENGSTACK, consort Of HENRY +. SESGsTAcK
of Washington D. c. in the twentysccon year of hei
age.
In the Washington Inrmary, Thursday, the second
instant, Mr. JOHN A. KING, in the ffty-second year
his age
the evening of the thrtyrst January, in this city
THOMAS j. BOYLE in the fortysecond year Of his age
only son Of the late Captain THOMAS BOYLE of Balti
more,
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
DRosPEcTUs Of the sTETHoscoPE

nROSPECTUS OF the STETHOSCOPE
and VIRGINIA MEDICAL GAzETTE-This Jour
nal is issued about the first of each month. Each
number averages GA large octave pages, making
over $50 pages of reading matter annually. 1t is
devoted to Medical Science generally, Original
Articles and Constitutions from the profession
throughout the country, Reviews Of the import
ant publications in this country and Europe, and
full record Of what is transpiring in the medical
world. :,
No pains will be spared to give a digest and inn
portant extracts from the European journals as
soon as they arrive in this country. Interesting
operations, ciiniqnes and cases occurring in public
institutions, well in private practice, will be
reported. Also the transactions of the medical
societies of Virginia, and of such others as will
furnish their proceedings.
The tone Of the Stethoscope will remain un-
changed. II will support high ethics in medical
affairs, and give all its influence to the advance
ment Of scientific medicine above the popular
quackeries, heresies and humbugs ofthe day
TERMS; Three dollars per annum tn adra,ce,
or four dollars per annum if paid at the end of the
year.
No subscription will be received for less than
one volume.
Volumes land H. bound or not, can be procured
at the Office of this journal.
All communications to be addressed 10 the edi.
tor and proprietor, Richmond, Va, post paid or
they will not be taken from the Office.
Nov. 80
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

upon the slaye-holding States of our Union.
The efficiency of the measures Of adjustment
of 1850 will now be tested. 1t will be seen
whether the north intends to carry out in good
faith the principles of the compromise Of 1850,
or settle the question on the tented field.
Judge Douglas has proposed bill in accord
ance with that measure, and men Of all colors
andshades will have to face the music" The
south is shielded by the Constitution. For the
Union she has suffered injustice but, if the
compromise of 80 fail, she win assert her rights
at the point of the bayonet. If this is not a
Union of equals, it should not be q Union at
all. The south asks nothing of the north but
what is strictly constitutional, and she is deter
mined to submit to nothing else. 1t must be
freedoms home or glory's grave.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

Mp-MezzOgraph Likenesses.-Thie new art Of
portrait taking lately introduced by Mr. Whitehurst is
knowledged by all to supass anything yet offered to the
public substitute for ivory miniatures 1t Is purely
American invention, and should be patronized by all
patrons Of the fine arts While 1t possesses all the truth
funess of the daguerreoype, the clearness of the finest
steel engraving and surpasses when coored the ivory
miniature in the imitation Of nature and quite dura
BILE, at much less expense.
Mr.. Whitehurst has some beautiful specimens exh
bon at his gallery in this cty and is furnishing them
uncoored at about the cost Of the finest daguerreoypes
Though the chief excellency of this art is the facility with
which they be multiplied many hundreds thou
sands be made from single sitting with all the
rectness Of the original.
Dec A-dn (m)
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

Degrees.-The Grand Division of the Sons Of
Temperance Of the District Of Columbia passed.
on Thursday night resolution, approving Of the
introduction Of degrees into the order, and taking
the intiatory steps to procure them. The vote
was yeas 25, nays H. 1t is conceived that some
such addition is necessary to preserve and
strengthen the organization.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

~ AFFL E.--A splendid case Of superb
II CHEWING TOBACCO which was ex-
hibited at the WorTs Far, London, from the cele-
brated factory Of Langhorn & Sons, known by the
name of Royal Arch Oronoco, will be rafiled for,
as soon as all the chances are taken. L may be
seen AT G.. S. McELFRESH'S,
Under the National Hotel,
Where may be found the choicest qualities Of
Segars and Chewing Tobacco, to suit the taste of
everv gentleman Jan. 2S-2weod.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

The best Article ever used, as hundreds can
testify in this city and surrounding country. Read
GILMAN'S LIQUID HAIR DYE i,astantaneously
changes the hair to a brilliant jet Black or glossy
Broom, which Is permanent--does not stain or in
any way njure the skin. No article ever vet in
vented which will compare with it. We would
advise all who have gray hairs to buy it, for it
nerer tcztls.-Boston Post
For sale by q D. GILMAN Chemist,
Washington Cifv
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
AToTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That
lN have lost a Land Warrant Certificate for
l60 acres, No. rs, ,222 in favor Of Neri ID. Smith,
Lloyd B. Smith, Lewis Clark Smith, Benjamin
Yost Smith. and Rosanna Frantz, collateral heirs
of Hiram M. Smith, deceased, of company ii Sth
United States Infantry, (Mexican war)a which
said certificate was assigned to the undersigned.
This certificate was mailed by Johnston, Brothers
E Co., of Baltimore on the 18th October, 1853, d-
rected to William p. Williams, esq. Washington,
d. c., and was never received. 1t is my intention
to apply for duplicate Of this warrant to the COM
missioner of pensions.
NERI p. SMITH,
Cumberland, Maryland
January Oath 1854. Jan. 2S-tf
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

AD- Special Notice.--HENRYS INyIGORATING
C0RDIALThe merits of this purely vegetable extract
for the removal and of physical prosraon genital
debility affections &c. &c. fully described in
another column of this paper to which the reader is
erred 50 per bottle, bottles for 3d. six bottles for S.
$16 per dozen. Observe the marks of the genuine.
Prepared only by s. Il. COHEN, No. Franklin Row,
Vine street, below Eighth, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
For sale by all respectable druggists and merchants
throughout the country, and by
w. H. GILMAN, Washington, D. G..
CANDY & HATCH, Baltimore
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

The Teiegraph.-The public may be interest
ed to know that the office of the Western Tele-
graph Company has been removed to Pennsylva-
MIA avenue north side, near the corner of Third
street.
The messenger.boys Of the Morse Company all
wear caps, with white badges and printed letters,
that they may be known and read of all men,
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

A Change.-On Thursday everybody was re-
joicing in the warm, May-like weather Gentle
men threw of. their overcoats and shawls, and la
dies appeared in dresses suitable to that vernal
month. and were duly provided with parasols. AT
night, however, the wind whistled furiously every
where, and by daylight yesterday morning the
ground was covered with snow. It is unneces-
sary TO say that heavy winter garments are again
pronounced comfortable.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
To conclude with the Farce Of
THE THREE CUCKOOs.
GRAND PRIZE BALL
OF THE
PIONEER CIIJB.

PIONEER CLUB.
THE Executive Committee of the PIONEER
j CLUB take great pleasure in announcing TO
their numerous friends and the citizens generally.
that they will have the honor Of giving their first
prize Ball at Curusi's Saloon on
MONDAY EVENING, Ft5 13, 1854,
When they pledge themselves that nothing shall
be left undone to make il one of the best balls OF
the season. The arrangements are complete in
every particular.
The supper and refreshments will be furnished
by the experienced caterer, Eckardt.
y Prosper's celebrated military and cotilion band
is engaged to delight those who trip on the light
fantastic toe.
The ball will be opened by grand promenade
at nine O'Clock, the band performing the Pioneer
Club quickstep, composed and arranged by Prof
Prosperi expressly for this occasion, and dedi.
Gated TO the Ladies Of Washington. On the even
ing OF the ball there will be three large gold rings
presented to the ladies' and gentlemen that are
considered the best dancers in the ball.
EXECUTIVE coMMITTEE-ichite rosetfe.
President J. A. Allen Captain G. A. Watson,
Vice Pres't j. Sherifeld, First Lieut.. G. Hubbard.
COMMITTEE ON RErREsHMENTs-red rosette.
John Huyes, Robert Conley,
Frederick Feaster, Peter Fitzpatrick,
Daniel Buckley, Thomas McElligett,
James Kelley.
COMMITTEE OF REcEpTIoN-5ius rosetfe
Thomas Ward, w. w. Umphries,
Charles Burke
MANAGERS ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY
buff rosette.
Michael McKenney, Michael NJ Dareney,
Charles Williams.
Feb. lit
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
AGENCY.-The undersigned

~ ENERAL AGENCY.--The undersigned
NJ most respectfully informs, by this notice, his
friends and the public in general, here and esle.
where, that he has opened an Agency Office 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 will at
tend to the buying and selling of real estate, the
renting of houses, and general collecting bust.
ness he will also furnish parties at distance
with such information as they may desire from
the seat of government. Charges will be mode
rate. Office, at present, will be on M near 18th
street.
REFERENCES.
Hon. J, G. Dobbin, Secretary of the Nary.
Hon. ]. Davis, Secretary Of War.
N. Callan, esq, President Of tho Board Of COM
mon Council
Gen. John M. McCalla, Attorney at Lain
James II. Caustn esq.
w. G. Reddall, State Department
SAMUEL G. TAYLOR.
Jan 17--tf
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
NEW MONTHLY MAGA-

TARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGA-
H zine has now reached monthly edition OF
over One Hundred and Twenty-Five Thousand
copies, and the demand for it is still increasing
with greater rapidity than ever. This unparal-
leled and unexpected success has compelled the
publishers TO resort to extraordinary means for
printing the work with the requisite rapidity, and
at the same time preserving the typographical ele-
gance by which it has always been distinguished.
Il is now cectrotyped by new process, which
makes it easy to print any number of copies from
the same plates, without the least impairing the
clearness and beauty Of the impression. The
publishers desire to repeat their cordial acknowl
edgments to the press and the public for the ex-
traordinary favor which has thus far attended
their efforts to interest and instruct the great body
of the American people, and TO renew their as
surances that every possible effort will be made
zine upon public favor and support. 1t will con-
tnue to present, at the cheapest price, the most
interesting and instructive literary matter, original
and selected, domestic and foreign, in the most
elegant and convenient style, and accompaniedby
the finest pictorial illustrations which lavish ex-
penditure of money can command. They appeal
with confidence to the past, as guarantee that
their promises for the future will be abundantly
fulfilled.
TERMs-The magazine may be obtained OF
booksellers, periodical agents, or from the pub
fishers, at three dollars year, or twenty five
cents a number. The semi-annual volumes as
completed, neatly bound in cloth, at two dollars
and muslin covers are furnished TO those who
wish to have their back numbers uniformly bound
at twenty-five cents each Six volumes are now
ready, bound. The volumes commence with the
numbers for June and December; but subscrip-
tons may commence with any number
Agent for Washington,
odeon Building, cor Al ST. and Penn. av.
Sep Gifts
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
TLEGANT FURNITURE.-The under-

II
L signed take pleasure in informing their friends
and the public that they have hand as large and
complete stock Of CABINET WARE as can
be found in the city of Washington of every de.
scription and quality, embracing styles and prices
which will be found adapted to the fancy and ne
ccssities Of all classes of purchasers. The work
manshp will be found Of superior excellence in
fashion and durability.
We would respectfully invite the public to visit
our extensive warerooms, and examine the ele.
giant and varied stock now on hand, as we cannot
enumerate all our articles without extending this
advertisement to an undue length. OF the newly
invented elastic spral-spring Mattresses, which
have given such general satisfaction to all who
have tested them, we have yet few remaining,
and we would urge an early call from those who
desire to possess themselves of SO desirable a
Mattress. To the invalid it will be found invalu-
able WIGHT IL CROSBY,
Louisiana avenue, opposite the Bank of Wash
ington, near the corner Of 7th street.
Notice the Bedstead sign Jan 24-dly
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
9ufal ann 9ers1naI.

A Pipe Presentation ~ Punch, in speaking
of /" the age of compliments the other day, said
" the absurdity Of acknowledging has reached
such height that we may expect it TO go still
higher before it finally topples over and we shall
not be astonished TO hear that two persons riding
together in a cab or omnibus have formed them
selves into meeting for the purpose of present.
ing the driver with new lash to his whip or
some other appropriate testimonial /"
In Washington, as elsewhere, we of course
have our various public modes Of presenting
compliments" either in dinners or in forms
more valuable and enduring. Some few of those
demonstrations, however, have very nearly bor-
dered on the ridiculous, and in the opinion at
least Of certain people who were born at least
twenty years too soon, are considered farcical.
But all persons cannot think alike
There was I" a presentation" about week ago.,
which we now publish to the world, il being en-
titled TO page in our history. As preliminary,
il must be stated that, during the last autumn, two
gentlemen visitedth Jail for purposes which need
not to be mentioned and that, while there, they
noticed with some degree of interest one of the
guards grmacingy devoting all the power Of his
lungs to the removal of an obstruction in the stem
Of his tobacco-ppe. Happily he succeeded, but,
while he was popping his lips and, with an up
ward glance, was watching the ascent Of the curl
ing smoke, he was suddenly thrown back a foot
two with fear, for there an explosion in the
bowl Of the pipe! Some one having sportively
sprnked his private tobacco-drawer with gun
powder. However, the smoker sustained no in
jury.
1t was afterwards resolved by one Of the visitors
to present the guard with nice Dutch pipe, in
consideration of the heroism with which he bore
the fash on the occasion TO which we have ad-
verted Accordingly, on the 21st instant, the
gentleman proceeded to the jail, and there, in
the private Office, in the presence of the newly-n
stalled jaer and his worthy assistants, presented
the pipe in speech prompted by the pleasurable
excitement Of the occasion; but, unlike the report
of the pipe last autumn, there was no report taken
fthe address, that, as the tobacco smoke itself
ithas passed away. The recipient of the pipe was
overpowered with emotion, and he scarcely had
strength to place his hand upon his heart in token
of his gratitude.
The spectators seemed 10 be delighted with the
proceedings and retired from the Office to attend
TO their respective duties with JOY beaming on
their faces. The event was a bright feature in
that gloomy prson-honse.
few minutes only elapsed before the vene-
rable guard was seated cross-legged, before the
fire, smoking the health ofthe gentleman who had
been so mindful Of his creature-comfort May he
never have another 'blow-up,' either at home or
abroad, in this ''weak piping time Of peace"
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
MODERN LANGUAGEs.-D. E.

NTODERN LANGUAGES.-D. p. Groux,
lyl native of France, teacher of Modern Ian
guages, especially French Spanish, and German.
Transitions made with correctness and punctu-
ality. Professor of Numesmatics, for the classif-
cation and explanation of medals and coins.
Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between 9th
and 7th streets, opposite Browns Hotel.
Furnished Rooms to rent at that place.
Sep 21-dtf
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

Niagara FalIs.-The Rochester American
describing the ice bridge which now exists across
Niagara river, just below the American fall at the
foot of the ferry staircase, says
" It is formed of cakes of ice heaped up together
in every possible shape, and rises some twenty
feet above the water. tits already used as high
way for foot passengers between the States and
Canada. In front OF the American fall the ice is
piled up in huge masses, and covers the rocks and
banks in every fantastic form, presenting in the
sunlight the most magnificent appearance. Luna
The Canada side and the Table rock are loaded
with ice and il is from this point that the splendid
crystal panorama Of the American side offers its
glaring and sparkling front"
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

PROFESSIONAL CARD. - DR.. Robert
Hunter may be consulted this and The fol-
lowing day, Friday and Saturday. in all affections
arising from the throat and lungs, at his rooms,
over Mrs. Voss' jewelry store, Pennsylvania ave.
nue., between 18th and 18th streets
Just published, a " Treatise on Consumption"
by DIR. Robert Hunter, in which will be found
many cases cured Oft this affecting malady, by his
new mode of treatment. Feb 3--2td
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

NJ OTICE.-The Books and Accounts be-
LIN longing to the estate of the late William
Fisher have been left with w. G.. Zantzinger,
Stationers' Hall. adjoining the Irving Hotel,
who alone authorized TO receive and receipt for
moneys due the estate.
Jan 31-6td HARRIOT FISCHER.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

TENERAL AGENCY.-The Subscriber
w pays special attention to the prosecution OF
claims before Congress or the Departments col
lects debts Also, buys and sells real estate; ne
gotiates loans, having facilities by which he can
generally negotiate loans on small sums on good
paper, at short date.
JAMES J. MILLER,
Over Selden, Withers & Co.'s Bank.
Jan 1S-eodlm ya
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

Lynch Law.-Two unmarried females, resd-
ing on the island, undertook to punish married
man, for some real imaginary offence, on
Thursday evening. They caught him in the
street and cowhided him, their brother valiantly
holding pistol at the victims breast However
grevous the offence, we no admirers of female
combatants. Bellicose practices well become
Amazons only; but in this land Of chivalry there
is many knight who would eagerly make the
ladys quarrel his own, and relieve her Of the ne
cessily Of avenging her own wrongs, whether
well or ill founded.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
ECTURES ON TURKEY AND TH

ECTURES ON TURKEY AND THE
j East Professor JOINS, late British consul
for Palestine, and architect of the Protestant
Church in Jerusalem, will deliver short course
Of three Illustrated lectures, descriptive Of his
travels in Turkey, Arabia, and Egypt, at Carusis
Saloon, on Saturday, Monday, and Tuesday even
ings the 4th. 9th, and 7th~instant. Doors open
at o'clock; lecture at "a. Tickets at the Saloon,
principal hotels, and music and book stores. so
cents the course 25 cents single lecture.
Feb 3-2tN
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04

The Senate Galleries Were again densely
crowded yesterday, more especially with ladies,
some of whom found accommodations in the
midst the gallant reporters The floor of that
chamber was likewise uncomfortably packed with
gentlemen who have the privilege of admission
under the rule. The great subject Of attraction
was Nebraska, in which all classes of people seem
just now to be intensely interested. The Senate
is the more popular arena for oratorica combat; /;
although the accommodations for spectators there
are not one-fourth those of the House Of Repre-
sentatives.
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
n EORGE p. FOX ARRIVED AT VIII

EORGE r. FOX ARRIVED AT WILL
W LARD's HOTEL January 26, 1854. en-
route from Baltimore, and respectfully announces
TO the world, Washington, D. G., London and Par
is, in particularly the intended removal on or be-
fore the 1st day of May next, Of George P. Fox &
Sons Metropolitan Tailoring Department The
business will be transferred from the northeast to
the southwest corner of the same block Of build
ings, viz to the store 25 feet front 103 feet Deep
No. 321 Broadway, New York city, next door to
the City Hospital gates, formerly occupied by
Messrs. Seaman Muir, and lately by Tiffany &
Cutting, dry goods merchants. Jan 2S-3m
Washington sentinel., 1854-02-04
Army Order.
General Orders, No. l.,
WAR DEPARTMENT,
ADJUTANr GENERALS OFFICE,
Washington, January 90, 1876

Washington, January 20, 1854.
BY direction of the Secretary Of War, the follow
ing changes are made in the uniform for enlisted
men prescribed by I" General Orders No. 81, ofJuly
12, 1853:
l. Sky blue will be substituted for "Saxony
blue for all trimmings for the infantry.
2. Metallic scales will be issued to all arms in
lieu Of epauets.
8. cord orwell, Of the prescribed color, will be
substituted for the cap bands and coat facings now
used.
4. Cord on the trowsers will be dispensed with
5. The same button will be used for all corps--to
wit, that now used Tor the infantry, emitting the
in the shield.
9. jacket, according to pattern in the clothing
bureau, will be substituted for the frock coat for
all mounted men.
I. Letters and numbers onthe horse equipments
will be dispensed with BY order:
s. COOPER, Adjutant General.