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Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
rHICKERING AND NUNN's AND
~ Clarke,s Pianos. Just received per

CHIC kERING AND NUNN's AND
~ Clarke's Pianos. Just received, per
barque CelesHa. from Boston, a further supply Of
Pianos from Chickering g. Sons, Boston, Nunns
u Clarke, and Bacon Il Raven, New York, whose
long experience and high reputation rank them as
the first factories in the United States; Also from
other approved manufactures.
The purchasers are thus afforded the advantage
of personal selection from assortment Of in
struments so elegant and extensive. from the
most renowned manufactures, at prices as low as
they can be bought in the United States. Second
hand Pianos taken in part payment.
BY the packet of Saturday from Boston, and by
transportation line from New York, shall receive
an additional supply Of four more Pianos.
A complete assortment Of Guitars Violins,
Flutes, &c, Harp, Guitar, and Violin Strings, OF
best quality.
New Music received semi-weekly.
RICHARD DAVIS,
Jan Got Pennsylvania avenue.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
The Erie DificuIty.

ERIE, Jan. 26.--It is understood that the United
States marshal has received despatch from At
torney General Gushing, instructing him TO pro-
ceed to repair the railroad and profering him the
Judge Thompson is endeavoring TO allay the ex-
element.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
Markets.

New YoRK. Jan. 26.-Flour is better; sales OF
1000 barrels at SO for State, and 50 IS G1 80 81
for Ohio. Sales Of 4,750 bushels southern wheat.
Sales Of 5000 bushels inferior Michigan, at SO 25.
Corn, sales of 100000 bushels at l02 for mixed,
and 104 for yellow, being 8 01 cents advance.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

MODERN LANGUAGES.-D. L. Gr0uI,
lyl native Of France, teacher Of Modern Ian
guages, especially French Spanish, and German.
Translations 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., 1854-01-27

GCHOOL BOOKS of all kinds used in the
- District; also drawing and painting studies,
very large and fine assortment. For sale low, at
GRAY S BALLANTYNE'S
Ian 26 bookstore 7fh street
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
n GORGE P. FOX ARRIVED AT VIII.

\ EOkGE r. FOA ARRltED Al WILL.
NJ LARD'S HOTEL January 26, 1854, en-
route from Baltimore, and respectfully announces
the intended removal, on or before the lst day of
May next, Of George p. Fox 81 Sons Metropolitan
Tailoring Department. The business will be trans
ferred from the northeast to the southwest corner
of the same block Of buildings. viz: to the store,
25 feet front 1903 feet deep, No. 32l Broadway,
next door to the City Hospital gates, formerly
cupied by Messrs. Seaman q Muir, and lately by
Tiffany q Cutting, dry goods merchants.
Ian 27 4s#a. s
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Porcelain and Chinaware.-Beautifu art-
cles Of china and porcelain ware having recently
been sent to the Hon. Mr.. Meacham, of Vermont,
from that State, he privately exhibited them in the
House of Representatives yesterday. They ex-
cited the admiration of all beholders elegant
specimens of American manufacturing skill.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

OHN ii. BUTHMAN, Importer of and
q dealer in pure Wines, Brandes, &c, has in
store and offers for sale choice and complete as.
sortment Of the above-naned articles; consisting
Of
The best brands of Champagne.
Madeira, Sherry, Port, of almost all grades.
Rhine Wines, of great variety.
Claret and White Wine, from low price TO the
highest order
Sparkling and other Burgundy.
ALSO,
Tenerife, Lisbon, Sicily.
Malaga, Frontignac, Maraschino.
Curacoa, Anisette, Kirschwasser, Absynthe.
And OF my own preparation
few dozen of Blackberry Juice,
And few dozen of Wild Cherry Brandy for
medicinal purposes.
Together with stock of superior genuine Ha-
vana Cigars, and variety Of cheap family Wines.
Dec 22-3tifdg2if5w.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
MisfsIIaatous.

THE RICHEST GIFTS OF THE SEA-
IL son.--The subscriber has been appointed
Agent for the sale Of Jole's edition of Julen's
Music price only one dollar. Among the sub-
scribers will be distributed
ONE HUNDRED PIANO FoRTES.
Each subscriber is entitled TO copy Of the
work, and has equal share in the distribution
Of the Pianos.
CONTENTS OF THE BOOK.
The American Quadre.
The Crystal Fountain Gallop.
The Prima Donna Valse.
Forget Me Not Song.
The Atlantic Galop.
The California Quadrle.
The Great Exhibition Quadrilie
The Target Galop
The English Quadrille
Paul and Virginia, Song
| Pietro lie Grand Quadrile.
Echo du Mont Blanc.
Portrait OF Julien, Illuminated frontispiecs and
elegant title page.
GS- Five dollars worth Of music for only one
dollar.
Subscribers certificates issued at the store Of
w. c. ZANTZINGER,
Stationers' Hall, next doorto the Irving Hotel.
Pennsylvania avenue, corner 18th street.
Jan l9-6tif
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 busi-
ness; he will also furnish parties al 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. ]. c. Dobbin, Secretary of the Navy.
Hon. ]. Davis, Secretary Of War.
N. Callan, esq, President Of tho Board Of Com
mon Council
| Gen. John M. McCalla, Attorney al Lo,o.
| James II. Caustin esq.,
| w. c. Reddall, State Department.
| SAMUEL G. TAYLOR.
Jan lift
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

A4- The Rev. DIR. Plumer, OF Baltimore,
viii preach In street Presbyterian Church Thursday
and Friday evenings Of this week. at Z o'clock.
The public are respectfully invited TO attend. Ct
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Later from Capetown.

BosroN, Jan. 26-Capetown advices Of Novem-
Der 2lst report that the steamer Hancock and
schooner Fennimore Cooper sailed from 81 ST.
mons bay, October 2lst, for India. The sloop-
ofwar Vim cennes, brig Porpoise, and ship J. p.
Kennedy sailed November 9th for the same des-
tination.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
DAPIER MACHE ARCHITECTURAL

DAPIER MACHE ARCHITECTURAL
Decorations.-The attention OF Architects,
Builders, and others, is invited to this new mate
rial, which is now so extensively used at the
north for house and church decoration. For beauty
of finish and durability, it is equal TO carved wood
and is much cheaper and in every way superior to
plaster. We are prepared TO fill orders upon the
shortest notice, at the mandatory prices.
ADAMS & .aASKINS
Agents for Boston Papier Mache Co..
Pa. avenue, north side, bet 10th and 1lth sts.
Jan lS-eotf
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8 msnts.
RISLEY'S VARIETE.

RISLEY'S VARIETE.
MR.. w. r. GOODALL in the
CORSICAN BROTHERS.
ON FRIDAY EVENING, January 81,
Will be presented a new dramatic romance,
entitled
THE CORsICAN BROTHERS.
NOTICE.--In consequence of the length Of this
magnificent drama, and in order that the audience
may be enabled TO retire at a seasonable hour,
No other piece will be performed ON the
same evening.
Prices or Admi ssi ion.- Orchestra seats rs cents;
dress circle, SO cents; family circle, rs cents
gentleman accompanied by two ladies admitted for
81 to the dress circle
Doors open at n past 6-curtain win rise at quart,r
past7.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

aS-Y0ung Mems Christian Association.-
The adjourned meeting of this body will be held this
ing at the 10th street Baptist church, at ~ o'clock
punctual attendance of the members Is requested
ROBERT s, F0RDE,
-. ---.- - ! Recording Secretary
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

GAUTIER'S.-Just received a large as
NJ sortment of Pate De Foies Gras, from Stras.
burg, in small aud large Jars
Jan 22--tf c. GAUTIER
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&a- Ice now covers the lake as far as the eye
can discern. As the America will not return be-
fore spring, navigation may now be considered as
fairly yclosed.--Foyrest City, December %.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Progress Of the Chinese Rebellion.--We
extract the following from the Alta California:
BY the arrival ofthe Petrus, Captain Ohlson, we
have general news from Hongkong TO the 18th
Of October.
The expected capture Of Canton by the rebels
has not yet taken place, but il is every day ex-
pected.
Canton is quiet, ominously quiet. The local
traders appear to labor under the dread Of some
hidden danger; the streets, which in general are
so crowded with passengers, seem half denuded.
Indeed, it is quite easy TO walk from the fac
tories to the eastern side of the city without being
josted. 1t is generally supposed that nothing
will be done at Canton till news arrives OF the fall
of Pekin. Shanghai and Annoy precedent, how
ever, gives no ground for such anticipation; and
now that we know that there are two distinct par
ties in the field, the chances are that the Trads,
the supporters ofthe Ming succession, will hasten
movements which might otherwise have been de-
layed, simply on account of natural desire TO be
first in holding one of the most important posts in
the south.--Friendof Of China.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

ID UPP'S RESTAURANT AND HOTEL.
~ The proprietor is always prepared to furnish
ordinary extra meals at short notice, including
all the decacies of the season.
He has two suites of furnished rooms suitable
for messes or single gentlemen. Also rooms for
private parties or business transactions. His To-
cation is convenient TO the Capitol and the Ex-
ecutive departments.
Pennsylvania avenue, next 10 Gadsby's Hotel.
Dec I-tf if tHr.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Collector of the Port of New York.-lt was
rumored in the city last night that the Senate,
yesterday, in executive session, confirmed The
nomination of Mr.. Redfeld as collector for the
port Of New York, in the place Of Greene c. Bron-
son, removed and that the vote was yeas 80,
nays s. The report is generally credited.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Australia Described.-A gentleman, lately re-
turned from Australia, speaks in glowing terms Of
the citizens of that place, their manners and cns-
toms. He says of all the internal countries the
face Of the EARTH that Australia is entitled for that
bad eminence to the preference. He remarks
that, on going into the harbor of Melbourne, he
felt the entire force OF Dantes description Of the
descent into hell, leave hope behind !" for he
considered the chances small Of his ever return
ing. On more than one occasion he has seen peo-
pie lashed trees and the inhabitants Of the place
popping away at them with their revolvers. A ia
vorite procedure with them is 10 seize q man and
cause him to raise his arms above his head One
Of the operators commences to search the unfor-
tunate, while the other playfully holds pistol in
the vicinity fhis mouth, symbolizng the effect OF
resistance or noise. After some experience III
being in such place, the gentleman was induced
to ask his consignee whether or no that was the
bourne from which no traveller returns.
saturday Epeniag Gazette.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

HISTORY OF THE CITY OF NEW
I'LL York, by David T. Valentine.
Summary of the Art of War, or a New Analy-
tical Compend of the principal combinations Of
Strategy of Grand Tactics. and of Military Policy,
by Baron de Jomini. Just published and for sale
by r. FARNHAM,
Corner of Pennsylvania avenue and 11th street.
Ian o5--tf #r
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Finances of Wisconsin, message Of the
governor Of Wisconsin was sent in to the legisla-
ture of that State on the 1lth instant. From il we
learn that the whole sum paid into the treasury
during the year amounted to $3l1 ,632; the dis
bursements during the same period amounted TO
$2624S9 The balance in the treasury January |,
1854, was $57, 1856. The estimate of the probable
amount to be drawn from the treasury during the
present year for the general expenses of the State
is stated at $1472l0 The means applicable TO
meet the same are estimated at Sl60,0l7. The
school fund on the first OF January, 1854 amounted
TO ST. 141 S04, arising almost exclusively from the
sale of lands granted by Congress. The whole
amount expended in the erection OF school-houses
within the State has been S23S 346, OF which sum
S45,0 OIL were expended during the past year. The
total amount expended in 1853 for the support of
common schools was $l75,734. The State Uni
versity fund.- on the 1st Of fJanuary 1854, amounted
to S106,112. The number of banks in the State is
ten the amount of circulating notes issued by the
comptroller $4,000; and the amount Of securi-
ties deposited with the State treasurer $4,000
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

II GOLDsBOROUGH BRUFF, Designer
- and Draughtsman,.. in every branch.
West side 10Th street, next 10 X.
Jan A-lm Washington City.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
THE NEW CONGRESSIONAL DIREC-

THE NEW CONGRESSIONAL DIREC-
Il tory, containing the names and residences in
Washington Of the members Of Congress- their
districts and post Offices list Of foreign diplomatic
agents, and variety of other useful information.
On sale at TAYLOR 81 MAURY'S,
Jan 81 Bookstore, near 9th street.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Wa The number Of hogs slaughtered at Gin
cnnati this will exceed that of last year by
10000; the excess in Louisville is already 100000
greater than the whole number killed last season.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Tampico.---The inhabitants of Tampco having
implored the supreme government to allow the
introduction Of 1000 or 5000 barrels Of foreign
flour, notwithstanding its prohibition by the tariff,
in consequence of their want of food, il is be-
lieved the permission will be accorded
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Affairs at Fuh-C Chow.-From Fuh- chow-foo.
advices are TO the effect that the country people
all around showed increasing symptoms OF disaf-
fection, and that trouble might be looked for at an
early date. Fuh-chow-foo, however, is peculiarly
situated possessing a garrison of from fifteen TO
twenty thousand Tartar soldiers, and with their
families, and pensioners of the government, the
whole number of Manchous in the place cannot
be less than seventy thousand. Efeminatc as the
soldiery are reported TO be- there is no doubt but
that, as hitherto, any small local outbreak could
easily be put down. Fuh-chow-foo indeed is likely
to be the last place south of Nankin 10 fall away
from the Tartar dynasty: and it is not improbable
that if Hienflng is driven from Peking, Fuh-chow-
foo will become the seat of the imperial govern
ment; the viceroy of the province being uncle OF
the present and brother of the late emperor
We have but little knowledge of the under-cur-
rent which has been brought TO effect somewhat
remarkable change in the trade OF this port OF Fuh-
chow-foo but certain it is THAI not less than
dozen ships are likely to load tea, this season,
where one good-sixed vessel never got cargo
before. A.good deal of the credit due to the par
ties who have brought about this change is, no
doubt to be accorded to.the respective consuls OF
England and America. The difficulty which Sir
Henry Pottinger experienced in getting the impe-
rial commissioners to consent 10 the cesson OF
Fuh-chow foo as port of trade will still be fresh
in the remembrance of those who were in China
when the treaty was negotiated. The teas now
shipped from Fuh-chow-foo are said 10 be of in
ferior classes, although the district is supposed TO
produce leaf of the first quality.
AT Annoy, fighting between the imperialists and
rebels was still going on, when her majestys sloop
Rapid left on the 22d inst. Being much dis
tressed for powder, urgent requests had been
made 10 Captaia .Fishbourne by the admiral Of the
imperial fleet to charter her maiesty's steamship
Hermes, for the purpose Of obtaining money and
ammunition.
An attempt was made last week TO blow up the
British vice-consul's shop at Whampoa, a barrel
of powder being found in one Of the ports with a
light in H. A few minutes more would have
sealed the fate Of Vice-Consul Bird, to whom an
act of kindness would be accorded if he was at
once allowed to leave his post and "bnry himself
in oblivion" g
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
A Wolf in Sleeps Clothing. Rev. ]. "

A Wolf in Sleeps Clothing J. w.
Cooper, preacher at Groton Junction, was recent
ly arrested for breach of promise II appears that
he had promised to marry two Groton ladies, and
Immediately after the arres, he did marry ono Of
them, Miss Fletcher. The church. in consequence
of the charges brought against Cooper, called a
council TO act upon his case. He was charged
before the council with falsehood, with being fu-
gitve from justice, and with forgery Of his license
to preach; all of which charges were, in the opn-
ion Of said council, sustained. His father-in-law,
who up TO this time had unshaken confidence in
his uprighness Of character, now discarded him
and bid him begone He suddenly left the town
for parts unknown, leaving his young wife behind.
ISpringfeld (lMass) Republican.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

A ADefaulter.-NEw ORLEANS, Jan. 17-Forbes
Allison, merchant, and president of the st. An
drews' Society OF this city, has absconded, defal-
eating over $4,000.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
LIIRE ARD MARINE INSURANCE..

INIRE ARD MARINE INSURANCE
IL Globe Insurance Company, Of Utica, New
York, Capital $500, ,000.--The subscriber, agent
for the above company, is prepared to take risks
on every description Of property in city or coun
try. This is one Of the safest companies in the
Union. The most satisfactory references given
10 applicants. Rates as low as any other com
pany of equal standing.
JAMES ]. MILLER,
Over bank-Selden, Withers g. Co.,
Jan 1S-eodlm
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Another Victim of Intemperance.-Yesle
day morning the body of coored man, aged
about ffythree years, named James Lewis, was
found near Pearce's mills. II was in nearly a
naked condition, and lying on the face. II ap-
peared from the testimony before the coroners
jury that the deceased, since Sunday last, had
been suffering with mania potn, and that at
about twelve o'clock on Wednesday night he left
his bed and wandered away 10 the place where
his lifeess form was discovered. The verdict
rendered was " death from intemperance and ex-
posure.to the weather."
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

A New Game.-We were yesterday informed
by the police of new game the providers in our
city have invented TO rob the unwary. young
gentleman from the country, who has been stop
ping at the Bostwck house, went out evening be-
fore last, with the intention Of going TO the thea
ire; but, on finding there was no performance, he
decided on returning. On his way, he was accost-
ed by man who asked him what way he was
going. He told him to the Bostwick house, when
the other remarked that he boarding there
too, and would walk along with him. They walk
ed a short distance together, when the stranger
struck him in the face with bag full of -four,
which, bursting, almost blinded him. Two men inn
mediately sprung upon him, and, after knocking
him down. robbed him Of nine dollars and Colts
repeater. The night being dark, the villains es-
capped, aud have not since been found. The gen.
tleman thinks he should know the man that spoke
to him, if he met him. This is certainly the most
daring highway robbery that has taken place for
some time. 1t is to be hoped the rascals will be
speedily arrested, and meet their just deserts. A
little more and it will be dangerous to walk the
streets after dark, even the most frequented part
ofthe city will not be safe.
Memphis Eagle, l4M instant.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
Marine Insurance Companies on Strike.

NnaTIne Ihsurance CUHPdHfcs UH y StIIKes
1T is reported that all Of the marine insurance
companies in New York, with the exception Of the
Astor and Sun, have resolved 10 increase their
tariff Of prices on policies Of insurance six or
eight per cent This is probably in consequence
ofthe heavy losses which several have recently
met with.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

George Watterston.-Our old and esteemed
feow-citizen is, we regret TO learn, confined to
his bed by illness, from which it is feared he will
not recover. The desease has now seized on his
brain, and, as consequence, he yesterday lay in
a state of Inconsistencies. The grand jury, on
the Odd instant appointed a committee Of five mem-
bers from their body, ito call in person at his
residence, to express the sorrow which they sin
cerey feel at hearing of his dangerous illness and
their high respect for the value of his long and
well-tried services in upholding and promoting the
welfare Of the federal city,
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

EOURTH VOLUME OF JOHN c. CAL
I houn's Works.--Just received, the 4th vol
ume Of the Speeches Of John G. Calhoun, de-
livered in the House of Representatives and in
the Senate of the United States. Edited by Rich
ard X. Cralle. For sale at the Bookstore of
r. FARNHAM
Corner Of llth street and Pennsylvania avenue.
Jan 25-tf
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

James Harper.-The Home Journal says only
once, and only for a moment, did the frmness OF
James Harper give way. 1t was Mondey after
noon after the fire. All day long offers of assist
ance from banks insurance companies, capitalists,
and friends came pouring in, till i seemed as if
the floating resources ofthe metropolis had nothing
else to do or desire than TO help the Brothers Har-
per in the time of calamity The heart of James
Harper was full. The man of business had be-
come the man of feeling, An old friend of thirty
years standing came in, took his hand, and said:
"Is there anything that lean dos" This was the
drop that made the emp overflow. can't stand
this" said James, "it unmans me- and burst into
tears This was not weakness, it was strength;
and we glory in that, too.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Episcopal AND CATHOLIC
IL Prayer Books.-Just received, a large sup
ply of the above Books, fresh, in rich velvet,
Turkey morocco, calf and Ornamental binding.
r. FARNHAM,
Corner of lth street and Pennsylvania av.
Jan 20--tf.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

Fire Annihilator's Tested.-The New York
San, speaking of the late fire in Rochester, says:
" Several annihilators were procured and set of
in the shoe-store, where the fire was supposed TO
be located, but the actual place where the fire
originated was not reached by the vapor and little
good was done"
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27
The Clipper-ship staghound, Captain

The Clipper-ship Staghound, Captain Benin,
which sailed from Hongkong October 20, arrived
at New York on Saturday, having made the passage
in eighty-six days--the best China passage Of the
season. She is one of Messrs. Sampson & Tap
pans clipper fleet, and was the first large clipper
built by Mr.. Donald Mckay. We have frequently
heard the late Captain Richardson say that she
was the heetest vessel he ever saw. He COM
nanded her on her first voyage, and beat every
vessel which sailed about the same time, the en-
tire circuit of the globe. Boston Alias.
Washington sentinel., 1854-01-27

nj EW UNITED STATES GAZETTEER.
In A new and complete Gazetteer of the United
States, BY Thomas Baldwin and ]. Thomas, M d.
just received at
TAYLOR & MAURYS,
Jan. % Bookstore, near 9th street