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INTERESTING NEW BOOK.
TDAST Meridian, a New Book, by Mrs

- Sigourncy.
Poems and Ballads by Gerald Massey.
Disoourses on Truth by DIR. J. II. Thromwell.
The Land Of the Forum and the Vatican, by New
man Hall,
: The /" End of Controversy Controverted. A refu
tation Of Miners End Of Controversy" by Bishop
Hopkins
New Supplies Of Fanny. Ferns new book, Ruth
Hall, md Of
Kirwan's Parish and other Pencilngs
Autobiography and "reminiscences Of the Rev,
Vim. jay.
Heroines Of History, BY Mrs. o. F. 0wan.
Journey TO Central Africa, by Bayard Taylor.
The Lands Of the Saracen, by Bayard Taylor.
History Of the Crusades, their Rise, Progress, and
Results, by Major Proctor.
Republican Court, Ornaments OF Memory, and
other supcrbly bound books for gifts
GRAY a BAbLANTYNE,
dec 81 4es Seventh street
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A CARD TO THE PUBLIC.

AVING f6tiT6d IfOm tne Ltnref HusI-
Ii ness, would inform my friends and the cti-
gems of Washington that have resumed the Car
penter's Business at the old stand Of Davis & Gar
rett Iu returning my thanks to my friends for their
liberal patronage and assistance would beg con-
tinuance of the same.
can DO found at my shop at any time, in jackson
Alley where am prepared to contract, build, and
do job work the most reasonable terms and ut the
shortest notice. $500,
Having been engaged In this business for many
years, feel assured t6atI give satisfaction to all
who give me their patronage.
dec 19-eo1m GEO. w. GAHRETT.
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II, We are now receiving the largest stock Of Gas
Fixtures ever offered in this city, comprising every
variety Of style and finish They have been selected
from the celebrated factory Of Cornelius Co. Phila
delphia, and include all Of their patterns.
Owing 20 a reduction In price ~ Gas Fixtures, we
are now prepared TO furnish them at less rate than
they have ever yet becn sold here or elsewhere
To keep pace with the above improvement the price
Of gas tubing has been materially reduced, and our
increased facilities warrants 10 saying that we are
prepared and execute any work we may under
take cheaper and better than any other establishment
in this city.
J. w. THOMPSON a BRO,
Plumbing and Gas Fitting Establishment
Pennsylvania avenue, south side,
nov 1s-dtJan. i btw 10th and 18th ste. Z
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n DIGEST OF TILE laws AND h

n DIGEST OF THE LAWS AND RE-
"A solutions of Congress relative to Pensions,
Bounty Lands, Pay Of the Army, Mileage. horses or
other property lost destroyed in the Military Ser
vice, Expenses of Volunteer force Patents, &c. to.
gether with the Opinions Of the Attorneys General
and Decisions Of the Secretaries of War and Interior
and Of the accounting officers of the Treasury there.
on, with full and complete
FORMS OF APPLICATION,
So arranged as to furnish all the information that
may be desired by claimants or their attorneys
BY C. w. BENNETT,
dec 5---d3m BIZ 'at4iH Attorney -at-Iaw.i
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Too Coop ToDE Losr.-The boarders in ono Of the
fashionable houses in Brooklyn assembedinth the
public parlor ono stormy evening few months
since, when rather Anticipated lady, who never
seems to have any employment but admiring her
jewery and dresses lisped out the remark that she
loved a rainy day, and always took rainy days to
arrange her drawers. $50 do IT, growled an old
s,a captain, overhaul my drawers and shirts too,
sometimes, and sew on a button or string where
it is wanted" Mademosellc did not faint but there
was an angry rustic Of her silks as she swept from
tho room, leaving all to exchangca suppressed litter
for good hearty laugh. .s
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A ROMAN CATHOLIC NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS., Jan
3.--Considerable excitement is brewing here in
consequence Of the following transaction, which
has not yet been made public, but which will be
fully exposed In tomorrow mornings papers,.
Mrs. Parmelcc, the wife of the Mayor, visited
the almshouse on Sunday last and distributed a
variety of little books on religious subjects among
tho orphan children there, In the evening the
fict came to the knowledge of Catholic priest,
who instructed the teachers to destroy the books.
Four men, who had been appointed teachers by
the influence priests, went to the school, seized
eal the books, destroyed many Of them, and, it is
s,id, punished some Of the children who cried at
their loss. 1t is thought that when the facts be.
come thoroughly known through to-morrow's pa
p RS, the excitement win greatly increase.
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HAVE ipst received a good supply,
- which VIII sell at importers prices at
H. o. HOODS,
dec l5--du AIS Penn. avenue.
as LATE ARRIVAL.
YNHE Subscriber has just received ffs

TuyHE Subscriber has just received from
u Boston and New York splendid assortment
Of M
China, Glassware and Cutlery, which he proposes
10 sell 10 his friends and the public GENERALLY at
precedented low rates, at wholesale or retail.
His stock consists Of the best fine French Gilt
China Tea and Coffee sets, Vases and all sorts Of
Gilt Toys, suitable for Christmas presents.
.s43 ALSO,
Glass and Queensware, Cutlery, and Boots and
Shoes sl8s
All OF which he offers at exceedingly low prices.
Small profits and rapid sales" Is my motto,
which no one will doubt who once gives me call at
my place Of business
On Seventh street. between l and Massachusetts
dec i5-dsm JAMES POOL.
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UpALDwIN,s STEAM FACTOnY. Con.
ID tractors and builders can be supplIed at all
time. with Doors SASH Blinds, Mouldings, Bslsstcrs
and Novels, Of osk, walnut maple mahogany, and
vsllorv njne slso. al kinds of scroll and fancy saw
nc and hrrnfrrr and al other work which the hrst
class steam machinery can execute.
FACTORY corner Indiana avenue and Third street
east Of City Hall. nov lS-omWom
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IL lumbia Place." Seventh street, Washington.
ID. C-Clams for Bounty Land, applications for
ders killed Cor who died. in the United States
service in any since $780, Including the Florida
and other Indian wars the OF 1912 and the late
war with Mexico;) applications for Pension BY the
widows and heirs Of all Revolutionary soldiers ;
Money Claims against the various Departments Of
the Government and before Congress and claims
Cor extra pay for Army and Navy in California and
Oregon from 1s46 70 1882 prosecuted by
FE. HASSLER, General Agent
~ Bland wsrrants and Land Scrip bought and
cold. 4. nov 1S--t
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THOMAS ECKARDT,

Corner of n and oh street, near ths Patent once,
THO whom was awarded the first dipl0-
IL ma at the great exhibition Of the Mechanics
lie to his beautiful stock Of foreign and domestic
sweetmests.
Manufacturing his confectionares at the establish
ment all who favor him with call can rely on get
ting prime article at all times. ~. .es
The most particular attention paid to furnishing
balls, parties, and weddings. He will also keep on
hand and make to order at all times
Roman Ices, Ice Cream r dE
Chariot Ruse, Frozen Fruit
.-l Water Ices Blanc Mango
tg Jellys, and Pyramids, ai M
/ 0feyery style for table ornaments. ,f
Leave your orders at the wetried store, where
they wilireceive prompt attention. Ha iEf9 sa
dec 11--eolm IN 80 y + N III FIX 81 ,.%th-ts5+@
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NOR rent, a three story Dwelling, with
IT back building + street north, (No, 1857 half
a square cast Of the Patent Office. The house Is
handsomely finished and contains fourteen or fifteen
rooms, supplied with gas and water. Apply 10
SAMUEL FOWLER,
nov 16--eotf Next door No A27.
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AGENCY AT WASHINGTON.
TVNO CLAIMANTS.-FR A. DICK

T
TUNO CLAIMANTS.-FRANC A. DICKINS
u continues 70 undertake the agency Of claims be-
fore Congress and other branches Of the government
including commissioners under treaties, and the va
rious public Offices, He will attend to pre-emption
and other land claims the procuring OF patents for
the public lands. and the confirmation by Congress
Of grnnts and claims to lands claims for property
lost in or taken for the service Of the United States
property destroyed by the Indians, while In the
possession Of tho United States; invalid, reysu
tionary navy, widows, and halfpay PENSIONS
claims for revolutionary services, whether for COM
mutation, hslfpay, or bounty lands, as well those
against the State Of Virginia against the United
States all claims growing out Of contracts with the
government, for damages sustained In consequence
OF the action conduct Of the government; and, in
deed any business before Congress or the public Off
ccs which may require the aid Of agent attorney
His charges win be moderate, and depending upon
the amount Of the claim and the extent Of the service
Mr.. r. A. DIcKNs Is known to most Of those who
have been in Congress within the last few years, or
who have occupied any public attention at Washing
ton. t9f0l .rH BMrf
His Office Is on fifteenth street, opposite 10 the
Treasury Department and next TO the Bank Of the
Metropolis.
All letters must be post paid. nov l3--y
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UyxTENsIvE WOOD YARD.-The sub;
II scriber, having purchased the entire stock Of
Wood OF Captain James w White, 50 long and IA
vorably known 10 the citizens Of Washington, ms an
upright dealer in the article of Wood begs leave to
announce 10 the customers II his predecessor and the
ctizens generally tbst he intends to continue The
business az the old stand on Canal street few yards
east OF Seventh street bridge, where he will cndeavor
10 have II all times fall supply OF all kinds of fire.
wood Of the best quality, at the most reasonable
prices. His customers may always depend on getting
= good article and honest measure oi
4 nov 18---sm, f.t,, @,sl.i THUS. y, hui hth
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no MEMBERs OLE CONGREss


THE PEOPLES SAFETY FUND. y
n MOS HUNT, Collector and General Agent of
"A Gee and residence No. 81 North A street, Capi-
tol H (successor TO l. z. Weed Esq, who is now
al the Rock Greek Foundry, near Georgetown, ID.
Co. Agent for the Empire State and Rensselaer, Fire
Insirince Companies, and The Aucricsn Mutual Life
Insuanco Company of New Haven, sCepnecticut
Professor Siliman, President; DR.. $. O. Busey, Med
cal Examiner. M .4. $3.50 49,. ...i...
fEy- Insurance promptly and safely done on liberal
and reasonable terms. S,T eM
n y. Orders through The city post ofrcc will
meet prompt attention.
nov 19---iv ~ lSs eh
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FAMILY GROCERY.

Northwest corner OF thirteenth and III SIS.
vUyHE SUBSCRIBER having taken the
u above,named stand, recently occupied by Mrs.
Il. A. Laub, intends keeping q general supply OF
Family Groceries, Of the very best quality, which
will be disposed Of at the lowest possible rates for
cash, or on short credit TO punctual customers.
He solicits continuance of the custom OF the for
mer patrons OF the house. and begs to invite the at
tention and inspection Of his numerous friends and
acquaintance TO tho quality of his goods, and the
arrangements made to secure the liberal patronage
the public. A. JACKSON,
z dec lin (Star)
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DOTHWELL 81 BROWN, AUCTION.
III GERS and Commission Merchants, Lou
isana avenue, opposite the Bank Of Washington, win
give attendance to all business committed to their
charge and will make sales by auction Of all descrp
tions Of property real personal They respectfully
solicit a share Of the patronage Of the public
They are now opening and arranging for sale an
extensive assortment Of j. H aly
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE,
Ofevery variety, to which they invite the attention
of persons furnishing. - g.BN 4s4 4f HFe
They have on hand supply of
APPLES AND ONIONS, 'tt
Purchased in Boston, and will shortly be provided
with tf
POTATOES.
All Of which win be disposed Of at private SALE
nov l3--2aw2m ,I5 {58G3$ tlEc ff5# HiSaf. 5llsg
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MI G. -EMERY'S Granite Marble and
We Brown Stone Yard, corner Of j and Second
streets Office on Second street, between u and c
streets Residence AIS street, between Sixth and
,eventb l nov ~
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BALTIMORE ADVERTISEMENTS.
AMERICAN BOOK STORE.

VWTILLIAM S. CROWLEY, Bookseller and Sta
w TONER No. LAG Baltimore street, near Calvert
opposite Carroll Hail. keeps constantly on hand d
complete assortment Of Books, in every department
of literature
Also, Blank Books School Books, Letter Paper CAP
Paper, Pens, Ink, Envelopes, and every variety Of
Fancy and Staple Stationery.
All the new books received as soon as published
For sale, wholesale and retail, at the very lowest
prices si- fss& II
Subscriptions received for all the Papers and Mag
azines published.
rlSy- Agent for the american Organ" and all the
American Books and Papers published
nov l3
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Ngeasurcv Of RuiIdinrS.

Measurcr of Buildings.
W. G. pEALE offers his services to builders and
others as Measurer Of all work connected with the
erection of buildings. All orders left at the
of Seventh and Streets No. 526, second story will
be promptly attended TO. nov l3--eotf
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PLUMB,S DAGUERREAN ROOMS,
Over T0dd's Hat Store, Penn. avenue.

VUyHE Pictures taken at this establish
IL ment cannot possibly DO exceled, as the appa-
ratus md chemicals used Of the best description
consequently q bad picture is an impossbty. Wis
tiers will find every precaution taken for their COM
fort, and the charges, which are low, vary in propo-
ton to the style. The rooms are beautifully fitted
up and contain portraits of hundreds Of celebrated
public characters aud are always open for the exam
inationl az risifers nov 13--3m
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PROCLAMATION. tA
uMPORTANTNOTTC best mate
ii rial and the beat work only allowed IN the Sill RTS
made and cold by WIN. H. FAULKNER, the only
practical Shirt Maker IN the city Of Washington Try
them and save money, In addition 10 tronble, hmc
and temper Gentlemen measured, and good 6t
guaranteed in all cases
Orders attended 10 with despatch. Plessenote the
address SIGN Or THE SHIRT.
Pennsylvania avenue, between
Third and Four-and-a- Half SITS, south side
dec 5-lyd
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HOUSES and Lots for saIe.--Several COM
Ii Portable and pleasantly situated dwellings,, and
a number of welllocated building lots. Great bar
gains may be had by early application 70
- w. g. DEALE,
Corner of Seventh and ID Streets
No 526 second story.
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DRIGGS, HALL & co., Engineers and
II General Machinists, corner Of Virginia avenue
and Ninth street west Washington, District of Co
lumbia- $1,000 nov l3-~1v
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And by all Druggists everywhere.
dec lS---eO6m us 4fs
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70 PERSONS FURNISHING.
DERSONS FURNISHINGS, before dccid-
- ing elsewhere, are invited to view the immense
stock Of superior and fashionable
III tsF8 CABINET FURNITURE,
Consisting Of every requisite for completely furnish
ing any class of house. the most economical terms,
now on show ID the large warerooms Of the furnishing
establishment of
G. M. WIGHT,
IS Louisiana avenue, opposite the Bank Of
g Washington, near the corner Of 7th street.
dee Am
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FURNTTUREi FURNTTUREii

FURNfrUREi FURNTTUREff
TuNHERE viii be found at the extensive ware
u rooms Of the subscriber ON Seventh street, oppo-
site Exchange Bank Of Seldeu, Withers, 4 Co, the
most magnificent Parlor Furniture of richest
wood oak walnut and mahogany, upholstered in the
best manner, with French brocatele plush, and hair
cloth.
Also, elegant Cottage Chamber Furniture, enamel
led and beautifully ornamcntcd.
Mshorany and walnut Wardrobcs, Bureaus, Wash
closets and Bedstcads Of every variety and style
Dining room Furniture Of every description.
Chairs OF oil kinds and qualities,
Hair and Shuck Mattresses, Feather Beds, Bosters
and Pillows; together with general and very ex-
.cnsive assortment Of articles ii the househruisbing
lne all Of which will be sold on the most favorable
terms and at tho lowest prices Tor cash or approved
N. NJ. McGREG0R,
No, $50 North Seventh street,
opp. Exchange Bank selden, withers, a Co.
nov is-ed3m tifA yeiad sors Ia
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NHAS. G.. TUCKER, Washington, ID. c.,
~ Attorney and Agent for Claims, and Commission
Of Deeds for all the States Revolutionary naval in
valid, and halfpay pensions obtained also bounty land
for services in oil Che wars in which the United States
have been engaged and for the services Of volunteers
in the Texas Revolution Of 1886. Having copies OF
all the muster-rolls of the Texas Revolution, he il
prepared to give prompt attention to the claims of all
who served and of the heirs of those who died or
were killed while in the service.
Office and residence, No. 5l8 Maryland avenue.
nov Idly
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AYERS PILLS.
For all the purposes OF a
Family Rhv6ic.

There has long cxlsted a pub
lie demand for an effective Pur-
gatiye Pill which could DO relied
! on as sure and perfectly safe in
its operation. This has been pre-
pared 10 meet TINT demand, and
H., a~,ta,a,x+a t..;.t 40 "a. t....,
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~ Warrants bought and sold Drafts ON all the
principal cities sold to suit purchasers.
Highest rates paid for Trans Allegheny Bank Bank
Of Kanawha Va. and Selden, Wthers, d Co.'s notes
Claims against the government collected.
HAMILTON G. FAINT
q No. 4s2 Penn. avenue Washington, ID. G.
u nov l6-ly st
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DIAMOND and other rich JeweIry, a
~ good assortment on hand, or manufactured to
order at short notice. and at much lower prices than
elsewhere in this city and no mistake, at No. 4ls,
Pennsylvania avenue.
nov22 H. o. HOOD
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MISCELLANEOUS.
PROPOSALS
Fer Erecting the United States Hospital, at
ticksbuTg. Miss.


Treasury DEPARTMENT,
November 4, 1854 (
ID R0POSALS will be received at this Department until
the 23th day Of January 1885, a. twelve clock noon
Tor the construction of the u Marine Hospital at flcks
burg Miss, according 10 the plans and specincauons pre-
psed By hs Departments said proposals to be either Tor
toe whole building separate fer the dinerent Kinds OF
work the Department reservng the right TO reject the
proposals hereby invited should the interests OF the UNI
led States require it, Eighty five per cent OF the amount
OF the work and materials furnished according to
contract price, sad be ascertaned BY the esti
mate OF an Agent Of the Department appointed Tor that
pupose will be paid from time to time as the work pro
ceads and fifteen per retained until the completion OF
the contract and the acceptance OF the work. &C. by the
Agent Aforesaid
Contracts will be awarded only to Master builders or
mechanics and the assignment thereof except BY the
consent of the Secretary of the Treasury, Will be Tor
ieituIe Of the same.
Every proposal must be accompanied by wrlttea guar
anee signed bv two responsible persons certified be
fer the said Dsirct) that the bidder will when required
if his proposals be accepted into contract and
bond with proper and sufficient securities, in the sum of
$4,000 for e faithful per torrance of the whole work or
proportional amount for part thereof.
Plans, specifications and working drawings can be ex-
amned and other Information touching the popt sed work
can be obtained application to this Department OF al
the Custom House in Vicksburg.
The proposals must be sent this Department address
ed to the the Secretary of the Treasury endorsed Pro
posss for Yicksburg Marine Hospital aud will be opened
at O'Clock T. NJ the last day fixed for receiving the
in the presence Of the bidders If any choose to al
tend JAMES GUTHRIE,
nov26tf Secretary If the Treasury
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FOX & POLIIEMUS,

SO Broad Street, Corner Beaver, Eew-York,
Offer for sac the t0jOlUllg Heary Cotton Fairies
NTEW-ENGLANp COTTON SAIL DUCK-22 inch, al
numbers, hard and soft; also all the various widths
Canvass manufactured at this establishment comprising
srT variety 70 the trade and offered at he loves
.stes.
UNITED STATES PILOT DUCK woodberry and
Mount Vernon Extra full assortment OF this superior
sbric.
WILLIMAETIC COTTON DUCK-l6, IS, 20 and %
nch all numbers hard and soft This fabric awarded
die highest Premium the London Worlds Fair, also al
sur own State Fair.
SHIP AND BEAR MARK DUCX-Plsin aud twilled,
ice for light SAILS tents awnngs &c; also, Mount Yer
,ou Twied Ravens Howard Ravens Pioneer and Phenix
Mills Light Cotton Raven. plain % to 81 inch Heavy, do.
10.
COTTON SAIL TWINE-A full assortment.
TARPAULINS, HAnM0CKS, STUFFS, &C.
PAPER FELTING-S0 TO ~ inch, made very heavy,
expressly for drier tes.
CAR G0VERIEG-CottOn Canvass, all widths, from so
10 $50 inches and all NUMBER made expressly for cover
rag and roofing railroad cars P-cty and permanently
EateT-prooi aud more enduring than The car ilNeii
ENAMELL1NG Canvass, IS, Ac, 40 ard 80 inch
>2ln and tWlled. IN every variety.
BAGS AND BAGSING-Ol every description. Seam
esS Bags woven whole all size in bales of 100, 200 and
I0 combining strength utility and chespne> Tor grain
md meal, unsurpassed
Also, heavy Cotton Sackng 40 inch Canvass, thread
Warp and Filing heavy iwiled, do. do, 90 y, 80 and
kinsh.
WOOL sACKs-Woven whole slsses new and d.sirs.
lls a7ticls. fee25 54-lyd.