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For baltimore,
The cars leave Washington daily at and 81
A. M, and 3 and Al p. NJ, except Sunday, on
which day they leave AT A p. M
For Alexandria,
4 The Washington and Alexandra boats cave
hourly. Fare five cents.
For Rockville,
The stage leaves the Office corner of d and Sth
streets, every morning at O'Clock. Fare 81.
For Upper Marlboro,
The stage leaves the Office, northwest corner Of
y and Sth streets, every morning at 7 o'clock.
Fare 81 So
For GordonsviIIe,
The cars leave Alexandra daily at u O'Clock,
for Gordonsville and intermediate places.
For Richmond,
II The boat leaves the wharf at the terminus Of
12lh street daily at A. NJ and o'clock, p M.
Fare IS so.
For Leesburg,
The stage leaves the office, United States Hotel,
every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
California Steamers.
Z The regular mail steamers leave New York on
the 9th and Goth of each month Persons DESTROYS
of writing from this city should mail their letters
on the Sd and 18th Of each month, by T. M
The Post once.
The Norlhernend Eastern mail is opened at s
o'clock, A. M, and halfpast z p. M; closes at st
L. M. and p. M.
The Great Southern Mail is opened at A. NJ,
and closes at @ p M The Southern Mail as far
South as Wilmington, North Carolina, arrives at
aipsst 3 p. M, closes al p. M
The Northwestern Mail is open at halfpast
Z. M, closes at p. M.
The Western Mail is open al o'clock, A. M,
closes at 3 p. M.
The Norfolk Mail arrives at II o'clock p. M,
closes al p. NJ, daily, except Sundays.
The California Mail, direct, closes here on the
Sd and 18th of each month, at Z. M
The Warrenton Mail arrives OF IL o'clock, A. M,
closes at 10 A. M.
The Warrenion Springs Mail arrives at II
o'clock, A. M. closes at 10 A. M. and +. M.
Rates of Postages
Each half ounce. under 1000 miles, prepaid,
cents.
Each half ounce, prepaid, over 5000 miles, 10
cents.
Ali printed matter in general-anywhere in the
United States:
First three ounces. ........... cent.
Each subsequent ounce. i cent.
If not prepaid, double these rates.
But
Newspapers and. Periodicals-pa paid quarterly
in advance:
First three ounces. ! cent.
Each subsequent ounce. ia cent.
And, if weighing not over IL or, in the State
where published, onehalf of the above rates, and
weekly papers, in the county where published,
free.
Small Newspapers and Periodicals--pub-
shed monthly oftener, when sent in packages
weighing at least or, prepaid, cent per OF.
Pamphlets OF 16 octave pages or less, cent
an ounce.
Books, bound or unbound, weighing not more
than a pounds, may be sent by mail, for each o.,
as follows:
Under 5000 miles, prepaid, cent. Unpaid, IL ct.
Over Ia 4" cts.
Eroctione over sln.le rate are charged II one
rate.
Periodicals, in the sense used above, are
publications issued once in three months, or
oftener."
Gs- The California Mail Steamers sail from
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UssIA AS 1T Is, BY COUNT DE GU

IN rowski. l,a-s
MEMOIRS, Speeches, and Writings, Of Robert
Rantoul, jr., edited by Luther Hamilton.
SACRED POEMS AND HYMNS for public
and private devotion, by James Montgomery.
THE PLANTERS NORTHERN BRIDE, a
Novel, by Caroline Lee Hcntz with illustrations
from original designs, in vols.
THE CHURCH, in series of Dscourses, by
Sylvester Judd, Pastor of Christ Church. Maine.
HISTORY OF OLIVER CROMWELL and
the English Commonwealth, from the execution
of Charles l. TO the death of Cromwell by M. G..
Guizot. translated by A. X. Scobe, in vols.
HISTORY OF THE FRENCH PROTEST
ANT Refugees, from the Revocation Of the Edict
of Nantes 10 our own days, by M. Charles Weiss,
Professor OF History in the Lycee Bonaparte, in 2
vols.
VOICES OF THE NIGHT, by Rev. John Cum
ming, ID. ID.
VOICES OF THE DAY, by Rev. John Cum
ming, ID. ID.
Just published and received at the bookstore Of
r. FARNHAM,
Apr Is Corner of 1llh st. and Penn. av.
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IRvING's NEW

"ASHIN TON IKVING'S NEW
wv Work, Wolfert's Roost and other Papers,
now first collected, by Washington Irving.
Scottish Songs, Ballads, and Poems, by Herr
Ainslee.
Full Proof of the Ministry, a Sequel TO the Boy
who trained up 10 be Clergyman, by John
N. Norton, A. M.
Memoirs of Life, Exile, and Conversations Of
the Emperor Napoleon, by the Count de les Cases,
with portraits and other illustrations.
Manuel of Sacred History, by John Henry
Kurtz d. d.
Just published and for sale at
TAYLOR 81 MAURYS
Feb Is Bookstore, near 9th street.
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SINHE BLUE BoOKv-Oficial Regis
IL ter Of the United states, giving the
names Of all 0fhceholders under the Government
with their Salaries, Location, and time Of appoint
ment. A few copies of the last edition su for
sale in Washington by
TAYLOR & MAURY
Booksellers, near Ninth street.
Price SO so. Sent postage free, to any part Of
the United States excepting the Pacific coast
Feb %
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31

IN author OF the ECLIPSE of Faith,n entitled
Defence of the Eclipse of Faith, by its author, be-
ing rejoinder to Professor Newman's Reply"
and, in order 10 give the American public the
whole matter at glance, there is included in the
same volume the Reply TO the Eclipse of Faith"
by I. w Newman, with bis chapter on the "Moral
Perfection of Christi
For sale by GRAY 81 BALLANTYNE,
Seventh street.
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CARD.
To tho Ladies' of Washington, Georgaoscn, Alea.
andrta. &c.
ITENRY WEIRMN,S ladies, misses and

H ENRf WEIRMN'S ladies, misses, and
III children's French shoes sold by the un-
Riggs Banking House, in his new building, with
the high marble steps, where he will receive la
dies orders, and keep constantly on hand every
variety of ladies', misses, and childrens French
gaiter walking shoes, white and black satin CATERS,
Philadelphia Of the best French gaiter materials,
and in the latest Partisan styles These CATERS
entirely different from what are generally
known as I" slop-shop shoes" being all custom
work, OF superior workmanship, and warranted to
give perfect satisfaction.
Ladies, who value beauty, comfort, and econ
omy, will consult their interest by giving me a
call, and examine for themselves.
G. WEIRMAN,
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j dies. Il have Just received and keep con-
stantly on hand, Sparkling and Dry Catawba, the
Sweet Isabella Wines, and Catawba Brandy
These Wines are made from the pure Juice OF the
grape, and pronounced 10 be the most wholesome
beverage in use. b. J0ST, Agent.
Also, Importer and Dealer in all kinds of Wines,
Liquors and Cigars, ISL Pennsylvania Avenue.
Jan. 30-2aw3m*
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31

Reduction Of Taxation.-Among the last acts
Of the late city councils was the passage Of
bill making the general assessment of property,
real and personal, Formerly the tax was seventy
five cents in the hundred dollars last year it vas
reduced to seventy, and by the recent act, to
sixty cents in the hundred dollars. The coHec-
tors fees have been reduced from three TO two
per cent.
The reduced taxation viii afford a sufficient
revenue for carrying the affairs of the corpora
ton, provided economy and good judgment be
observed in the expenditures.
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depot 10 execute the law in this respect he knows
will be followed promptly by his dismissal.
Strangers reaching the depot from steamboats,
other places from whom illegal fare is demanded
will apply to the police officer in attendance, whose
duty il is TO ascertain whether the fare demanded
be illegal, aad If so, TO prosecute the offending
backman sAsllss
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31

NEW EDITION or DICKENS,S COM
IN pletc Works.-The complete Works Of
Charles Dickens, in five volumes price 81 so.
The Missing Bride, or Miriam the Avenger, by
Mrs. Emma ID. L. N. Southworih; paper 81,
bound 81 25.
The Pickwick Papers complete, so cents.
Just published, and for sale al
TAYLOR & MAURY'S
May 81 Bookstore, near 9Th 81.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31

The City CounciIs.-On Monday night the
City Councils, after transacting the business be-
fore them, severaly adjourned, sine die, with the
usual formaities. The members 10 make use of
familiar quotation, have now returned 10 the
bosom Of their constituents" some Of them never
10 be heard Of again in connection with municipal
legislation.
or the thrty-ive members composing the two
Boards, all Of them, with, perhaps, about six ex-
ceptions, were Know-nothings As 10 what shall
be the political complexion OF the next City Coun-
ellis is for the people, nexf Monday, TO determine.
Both parties have now made their nominations,
and the candidates are fairly in the field. That
there will be exciting contest, no one doubts
but we ferventy hope that il will be conducted in
such a manner that will entail not the least dis
grace upon the character OF the metropolis.
Heretofore, our elections have generally been
characterized by good order; and thus may il
ever be- Though men may differ in opinion, they
alike interested in the peace and good name
Cf the community.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31
CLOTHING Made to order Cheaper than

n NH1VEHfNtF FfHHt 10 DfHer Ihenner IMAM
~ Ever.--In order to run of the remainder OF
our large slock Of Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vest
ings we will, at this season, take measure and
make 10 order, Gentemen's Garments OF first quail
ity twenty per cent. cheaper than our usual low
prices. WALL 81 STEPHENS,
322 Pa. av., next to Iron Hail.
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Patents Fifiy-one were issued from the
United States Patent Office during the last week
Two were for improvements in making paper
bags, one for pin-stickng machine, and another
for an improvement in pill,makng machines I!
These are among the less important mechanical
contrivances.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31

Thanks.-It will be recollected that several
months ago. the Board Of Aldermen passed reso-
luton, in effect, thanking the President o. the
United States, members of Congress, and others
specially designated, for the evidences of friend
ship exhibited by them in advancing the interests
OF the city of Washington; liberal appropriations
of money having been made for the continuation
OF the Washington aqueduct, and, beside, works
ip which we all have common interest This
resolution was sent TO the Board of Common
Council, for their concurrence, when the Pres-
dent of the United States was attacked in coarse
terms. and where the proposition failed. But, on
Monday last, the Board of Aldermen unanimously
passed resolution similar in its TERMS and, with
out again asking the concurrence of the other
Board, (by whom they had been shabbiy treat
ed,) committee, consisting Of Messrs. Hill, Ma
gruder. and Houston, was appointed TO wait on
the President and inform him of the passage of
the resolution, which duty they will doubtless
perform in spirit Of courtesy similar to that
which prompted their action in the premises.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31
,TREBLE PATENT IMPROVED EYE
LOT Machine
patent combined on one stock.

First patent combined on one stock.
Second patent, self-feeding in the eyelets.
Third patent, patent improved fastener, fiveting
both sides.
All parties in want Of good Eyelet Machine
are strongly recommended 10 use none but " Lip
mans Patent Improved" which is decidedly the
best ever brought before the public possessing
numerous advantages, viz:
Il is strong, durable, and not liable to get out of
order.
Il punches the hole well and 10 fit the Eyelet,
and in one operation clnches the Eyelet on both
sides.
Il saves time, as the papers, &c, need not be
reversed or turned over to clinch the Eyelet
second time, is the case with all other ma
chimes.
II is useful to the merchant in filing away
papers, as well as 10 the attorney or conveyancer,
the shoemaker, tailor, mihner, and numerous
others, and is a very labor-savng machine.
Agents for Washington
TAYLOR & MAURY
Book and Stationery Store, near 9th ST.
Nav %
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IGOR RENT-Two large size furnished
III Rooms-Chamber and Parlor-at the corner
OF New York avenue and Ninth street, No. 367
Nov lS4-tf
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31
TXAMPLEs OF MACHINERY AND

IL Mill-work-Being plans, sections, and eleva-
ton of works in several departments OF Machine
ny, Mill-work and General Engineering, with de-
crptions ofther construction, action, and practical
application 10 various branches of industry.
Just received and for sale at the Bookstore of
r. FARNHAM,
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Accident.-Mr. Horatio Appleby employed in
the blacksmith shop connected with the Capitol
extension works, was, yesterday morning, struck
on the head by The lever OF the steam hammer,
which got out of gear by the falling or flying of
OF key. lie was Jared considerably and
wounded in the eye but not dangerously injured.
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r IME! LIME. LIME,-To PIasterers

II IME! LIME! LIME!-To PIasterers
j A and Builders.--We have now on hand, al
SEELY'S Patent Kins, one thousand barrels OF
Lime, and are now making two hundred barrels
daily which we will sell on the best terms.
We would call the particular attention OF plas.
terers TO this superior article Of Lime II is free
from coal cinders or other sediment, il being
burnt altogether by wood which makes il a very
superior Article for pastering, white coating, and
hard finishing
Give us call, and you shall be pleased.
s. J. SEELY * co.
July 27--tf
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LATED TEA sETs.-I have just re-

DLATED TEA SETS.-I have just re-
10 ceved some new styles Albata and Silver
Plated Ware that offer at manufacturers prices !:
also, large assortment Of Spectacles, of every
description together with good assortment of
pure Silver Ware, of my own manufacture, which
will retail at wholesale prices
III. O. HOOD,
AIS Penn. avenue bet. at and 6ia SITS,
Sign of the Large Spread Eagle.
Feb 25-dlwif
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NOR RENT, OR sALE-The Modern
1t Four.story BRICK HOUSE on Thirteenth
street, near Z, east side The house is IN good
repair--dry cellars; and TO good tenant the rent
will be low. Possession given November 1st.
Apply 10
JAS. G. MCGUIRE,
Oct 29--tf Auctioneer.
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DANCROFT's NEW BOOK.-Literary
Id and Historical Miscelianies, octave volume
Travels through the Chinese Empire, by M
Hue, with maps For sale by
TAYLOR a. MAURY,
May IT, Booksellers, near 9th ST.
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OUR CoUNTRYMEN: or. Brief memoirs

OUR COUNTRYMEN; or, Brief Memoirs
" Of Eminent Americans, by b J. LOSING, au-
thor Of "the Pictorial Field Book Of the Revolu-
tion," illustrated by one hundred and three Por
traits.
The Maroon, Legend OF the Caribbees, and
other Tales, by w. Gilmore Simms.
The Philosophy of the Human Voice, by James
Rush, NJ. ID.
Just published and for sale by
TAYLOR a. MAURY,
May 10 Bookstore near 9th ST.
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MORNING GOWNs.-A large and fine
wi assortment at all prices, for sale by
WALL az STEPHENS.

WORK, or Plenty to do aud Hours to
wv Do II, by M. M. Brewster, LIST and I'd serie.
IS cents.
Gratitude, an Exposition Of the i03d Psalm, by
Rev. John Stevenson, IS cents
Sir Thomas POWELL Buxton, Bart, a study Tor
young men.
The Wife or Mirror OF Maidenhood, by T
Bnney, 90 cents
The Friendships Of the Bible, by Anxious, en-
cravings, So cents.
GRAY ~ BALLANTYNE.
nor RENT, till tho 18th Of November
Ii next, the large built house at the corner of
18th and streets Call at the " Sentinel" Office.
Intelligencer, Star, and Organ, one week daily,
and send bills TO Sentinel Office.
May 17--1wd
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ID AEFLE AT TAYLOR & MAURf'S.-
III The list being nearly complete for the draw
ing of the water color paintings, the subscribers
are informed that the rattle will take place on
Saturday evening next al O'Clock. Those who
wish TO secure chances will have TO do so i'm
mediat,ly.
TAYLOR 81 MAURY'S
May 81. Bookstore, near 9th ST.
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l.. J. MIDDLETON

ID EALER IN ICE,
Office and Depot South side f. nerf to cor. 12th S.
ICE kept constantly on hand at the Office which
Il can be had in large or small quantities.
~ Office open from 5 a. m. to 9. pm
MAY 3-3taw2m
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Anti-Knowthing Election Arrangements.

Anti-Knowthing Election Arrangements.
AT ameeiing of the anti Know-nothings, or Union
men, held at Harmony Hall, on tuesday night
the number in attendance large and much en-
thusiasm prevang-the following preamble and
resolution were adopted
Whereas, the Know-nothing councils OF this
city having elected tor some OF the wards, boards
OF election commissioners, all Of whom are men,
bers of an oath.bound secret political association
refusing 10 those opposed 10 them the right and
courtesy ola representation in those boards, which
was never before done in this community Aud
whereas, the hnownothing lower council afore-
said have refused 10 pass a resolution requesting
the said election boards 10 permit one two I'M
official persons OF both parties 10 remain in the
room while they may be canyassing the ballots,
v hich privilege has always heretofore been con-
ceded in in every ward of Washington Be il
therefore
Resoired, by this meeting Of the Anti.know
nothing party of this city, That all who vote for
the Anti Know-nothing candidates in the NUM-
cipal election on Monday next be requested to
show the tickets they vote, and give their names
to be recorded by the Anti-Know. nothing tales
men, be stationed at each poll in this city; this
course being deemed necessary by this meeting TO
guard the rights Of the Anti Know. nothing voters
of Washington against the possible preparation
Of fraud
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-31

NEW EDITION OF DICKENS'S Com.
IN piete WOrks.-The complete Works of
Charles Dckins, in five volumes; price ST So
The Missing Bride, or Miriam the Avenger, by
Mrs. Emma d. E. N. Southworih paper 81,
bound 81 25.
The Pickwick Papers, complete, SO cents.
Just published, and for sale at
TAYLOR 81 MAURY'S
May 90 Bookstore, near 9th st.
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Much CONSERVATION was produced at the
railroad station recently. hackdriver, taking an
elderly woman from his vehicles and carrying her
in his arms through the crowd-she hitting him in
the face and scratching and utering piteous cries
meanwhe-naturally excited an Intense curiosity
10 ascertain the cause and object of the proceed
ing. He, after desperate effort and the expend
ture of much physical strength, succeeded in
placing her in close and private apartment in
one ofthe cars, where friends kept her in custody
The hundred or more persons who were attracted
to the scene did not separate until they were in
formed that the poor was unaic, and
that she was 10 be conveyed 10 Mount Hope for
such treatment as is required for her unfortunate
condition.
We could learn none Of the particulars; but the
case, presented, was one which excited the
sympathy OF all beholders and this was expressed
by words not more sincere thanin the countenances
OF those who witnessed the mournful proceedings.
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4 otal anO 4ersonal.
washing TON National Monument Society,"

Washingto National Monument Society,"
The board of managers have just published an
address 10 the members OF the society, informing
them Of the causes which disturb the discharge
of trust which has been confded 10 them.
They show, among other things, that the cleo
ton Of Know-nothing officers on the twenty
second Of February last was not in accordance
with the constitution and was without the ex-
cuse of any notice authorized by the board of
managers,and say " there is conclusive evidence
that the plan of the election was silently yet
solemly resolved and framed in the secret lodges
of sect styling itself at time the Know
nothing party, at another the American party,
and that its object was 10 transfer the entire and
exclusive management OF the monument into its
own hands, and TO Dust every other description of
citizens from all participation in the trust" OF
such a revolution in the principles and conduct
OF the society the old board say they "could moi
consent to the instruments or the agents, as they
would have made themselves by a voluntary sur
render of their trust to illegal successors"
The managers say, in the conclusion of their
address
Z" From a trust which has been so long, toll
some, grauitous, and often inconvenient, they are
willing 10 be relieved. But they are not willing
TO desert il. The acceptance of that trust was a
pledge on their part 10 be faithful TO III and this
pledge would be broken by voluntary surrender
OF their authority 10 persons whom they believe
10 be nsurpers Few imaginable circumstances
could justify such a submission In the present
case il would be left wi hout excuse by the pro-
claimed hostility of the usurpers TO the principles
on which the trust was created and has hitherto
been administered. Their rejection of the pro-
posal for an amcable suit obliged this board TO
seek other means for obtaining judicial decision
Of the controversy. BY that decision, when given,
this board will cheerfuIly abide"