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The American patriot., 1855-01-17

REoRGANIzATIoN OF THE ARMY.--Gen. Winfield
Scott is now in Washington, in persuancc of
mons of the committee on military affairs of the
House of Representatives. He spent two hours
on Wednesday before the committee, in explana-
ton of the wants of the military service, and is
decided in his opinion as to the necessity ofa pro-
per organization of the army The National Intel
ligencer says:
In the senate the bill for the reorganization of
the army was recommitted, with the understand
ing that the two committees of Congress would
have the benefit of the veterans advice on the
subject Gen. Jeseup and other distinguished Of
ficers of the army will also be summoned before
the committee There appears to be general
impression that the schemes for which Mr.. Shields
is laboring in the senate and Mr.. Faulkner in the
House will meet with favor That portion Of the
bill which provides for an increase of the army
cures almost universal concurrence. The increase
of pay and the retired list may produce some diff
ference of opinion, but they seem so be dependent
propositions.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17
CLINTON, La, JANUARY II, 1865.


II : T----
The young bride stood near her husband. talk
ing in a low tone, When n new conner appeared
She was beautiful slightly formed creature wifi
naughty features, and ill-concealed scorn lurkeC
in her brilliant eyes Whenever she glanced toward
Helen. Once she had hedsway over the heart o
Fred, and hearing who he had married she fancied
her hour of triumph had come oFal laa s
'Do you suppose she knows dnythings" said q
low voice near her.
Helens eyes sparklcd--her fair brow flushed in.
dignantly She turned to her husband He was
gonc-speaking at a little distance with friend.
Presently Marion Summers turned towards her
"Do you play, Mrs. Lane?" she asked there
was mocking tone in her voice
"a littlc," answered Helen, her check burning.
"And sings" aiS a o144s4 =
"a little" was the calm reply. ss,srvr, ~
"Then do favor u.s." she exclaimed, looking u.s.
kance at her companions: "come! | myself will
lead you to the instrument"
''Harks" 'whose mastery touch?" Instantly
was the half spoken word arrestcd--the cold car
and naughty head were turned in istenining sur
prise. Such melody Such correct intonation!
such breadth, depth, and vigOr Of touch--"who is
1t! She plays like an angel" p
And again hark A voice rolls out; food of
melody, clear, powerful, passing swcct-astonish-
ment paints many cheek deeper scarlet. There
Is sllence-unbroken silence, as the silvcry tones
ho"' VI,
Aye! care not for cold neglect, 5r.
Though tears unbidden start;
And scom is buta bitter word,
Save when it breaks the heart. ..;l..
.ta II u one be true
Tho worlS ~l,1 nav ~e ua carol.ss ho >
Since I nav only keen thy love
And tell nv grief to thee
with the rest had paused to listen, ''who can it
pe:
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

AEER1cANs IN CANApA.--The Albany Journal
saws that all but one of the conductors on the ex
press trains of the Great Western Railroad IN Can
ada are graduates from the United States Railroads
The Know Nothings are not, therefore, in power
vet in Canada.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

From eight to half sc0re: 'o'r Jal
want (alas! can mortal dare rs s.p . 81
Such bliss on earth to crave?)
That all the girls be chaste and fair-
The boys all wise and brave. ' l Ia Y
And when my bosoms darling sings
With melody divine, la52 933
Apedal-harp Of many strings a +
Must with her voice combine s
Apiano, exquisitively wrought
Must open stand, apart,
That all my daughters may be taught
To win the strangers heart.
My wife and daughters will desire
Refreshment from perfumes, Gs
Cosmetic for the skin require, NJ b 4.lt 4 .,-,b "a,
And artificial blooms:
The cieit fragrance shall dispense
And treasured sweets return
Cologne revive the tagging sense,
And smoking amber burn. 'gl
And when at night, my weary head
Begins to droop and doze,
AsOuthern chamber holds my bed
For natures soft repose:
With blankets, cOunterpanes, and sheet,
Mattress and bed of down,
And comfortabes for my feet,
And pillows for my crown.
XVII.
want warm and faithful friend
To cheer the adverse hour,
Who n'er to fatter will descend
Nor bend the knee to power
A friend to chide ne when I'm wrong,
My inmost soul to see,
And that my friendship proves as strong
For him as his for me.
] want kind Qnd tender heart
For others wants to feel,
A soul secure from Fortunes DART
And bosom armed with steel
To bear divine chastisements rod,
And mingling, in my plan
Submission to the will of God
With charity to man.
l want keen, observing eye
An ever-listening car,
The truth through all disguise to spy,
And wisdoms voice to hear:
A tongue to speak at Writ ue's need.
In Heavens submest strain
And lips the cause of man to Plead
And never plead in vain
l want uninterrupted health
Throughout my long career;
And streams of never-failing wealth
To scattsr far and near,
The destitute to clothe and feed,
Free bounty to bestow-
Supply the helpless orphans need
And sooth the widows wo.
/ want the seals of power and place,
The ensigns of command
Charged by the peoples unbought grace,
To rule my native land:
Nor crown, nor sceptre, would I ask,
But from my countrys will,
By day, by night to ply the task
Here Of bliss to fill
/ want the voice of honest praise
To follow me behind,
And to be thought in future days
The friend of human kind
That after-ages, as they rise,
Exulting may proclaim, -
In choral union to the skies,
Their blessings on my name.
These are the wants of mortal man:
cannot want them long,
For life itself is but span 30
And earthly bliss song Is.
My last great want, absorbing all,
Is, when beneath the sod,
And summoned to my final call,
The mercy of my God. .
XIV.
And oh! while circles in my veins
Of life the purple stream,
And yet fragment small remains
Of natures transient dream,
Ny soul, in humble hope unscarred,
Forget not thou to pray,
That this thy want may be prepared
To meet the Judgmentday!
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

In 1910, Mr.. MORGAN, the Secretary of State of
New York, occupied seat in Congress to that of
Mr.. ADAMS Several young ladies' in Mr.. OGLE's dis
trict had requested Mr.. ADAMS autograph. In COM
plying with that request Mr.. ADAMS added the follow
ing poem, a copy of which Mr.. MORGAN obtained. Mr.
ADAMS, be it remembered, when this spiiitedpo was
written, had attained his 74th year.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17
I want a board Of FURNISHED plate,

I want board Of FURNISHED plate,
OF silver and of gold
Tureens of twenty pounds in weight,
With sculptures richest mould
Plateaus with chandeliers and lamps,
Plates, dishes, all the same,
And porcelain vases with the stamps
of Sevres, Angoulemc.
And naples of fair glossy stain
Must form my chamber-dOOrs,
And carpets of the Wilton grain
Must cover all my floors;
My walls with tapestry bedecked
Must never be outdone,
And damask curtains must protect
Their colors from the sun.
And mirrors Of the largest pane
From Venice must be brought.
And sandal-wood and bamboo-cone
For chairs and tables bought;
On all the mantclpieces, clocks
Of thrice-gilt bronze must stand,
And screens of ebony and box
Invite the strangers hand.
XII.
l want-(who does not VANITY "a wife,
AffectiOnate and fair,
To solace all the woes of life,
And all its joys to share
OF temper sweet, Of yielding will,
OF firm yet placid mind
With allmy faults to love me still,
With sentiment refined.
XIII.
And as Times car incessant runs.
And Fortune fills my store,
The American patriot., 1855-01-17
The Wants of Man.

The Wants of Man.
J. Q. ADAMS.
Man wants but little here below,
Nor wants that little long"
Golelsmith's Hermit.
'.Man wants but little here below,
Nor wants that little long"
'Tis not with me exactly So
But it's SO in the song.
NV wants are many, and, il told
Would muster many score;
And were each wish mint of gold
l still should long for more.
What first want is daily bread,
And canvas-backs and wine,
And all the realms of nature spread
Before me when dine:
-Four courses scarcely can provide
My appetite to quell,
With four choice cooks from France beside,
To dress my dinner WELL
What next l want, at heavy cost,
Is elegant attire
Black sable firs for winters frost,
And silks for summers fire,
And cashmere shawls and Brussels lace
NV bosom's front to deck,
And diamond rings my hands to grace,
And rubies for my neck
And then want mansion fair,
A dwelling house in style,
-Four stories high, for wholesome air,
\ massive marble pile:
With halls for banquets and for balls
All furnished rich and fine;
With stabbed studs in fifty stalls,
And cellars for my winc
l want Il garden and park
Ny dwelling to surround
A thousand acres (bless the markD
With walls encompassed round,
Where hocks may range and herds may low,
And kids and lambkins play
And flowers and fruits commingled grow,
All Eden to display.
/ want, when summers foliage falls,
And autumn strips the trees,
A house within the city's walls,
For comfort and for ease
But here, as space is somewhat scant,
And acres rather rare, '-
My house in town only want
To occupy "a square,
want steward butler, cooks,s
A coachman, footman, grooms, r
A library of well-bound books,
And picture -garnished rooms
Correggios, Magdalen, and Night,
The Matron of the chair
Guidos fcet-courses in their fight,
And Claudcs, at least pair.
VIII.
want cabinet profnse
Of medals, coins and gems;
printing press, for private use,
Of fifty thousand ems. .
And plants and minerals, and shells
Worms, insects, fshes birds,
And every beast on earth that dwells
In solitude Or herds.
z=F ll. -,aTl5 TX. gs4
want board Of FURNISHED plate,
Of silver and of gold
Tureens of twenty pounds in weight,
With sculptures richest mould
Pateaus with chandeliers and lamps,
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

l want, when summers foliage falls,
And autumn strips the trees,
A house within the city's walls,
For comfort and for ease
But here, as space is somewhat scant,
And acres rather rare, H.
My house in town l only want
To occupy "a square.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

want the seals of power and place,
The ensigns of command
Charged by the peoples unbought grace,
To rule my native land:
Nor crown, nor sceptre, would ask,
But from my country's will,
BY day, by night, to ply the task
Her cup Of bliss to fill.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

And then want a mansion fair,
A dwelling -housein style,
-Four stories high, for wholesome air,
A massive marble pile:
With halls for banquets and for balls
All furnished rich and fine;
With stabbed studs in fifty stalls,
And cellars for my wine.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17


Of medals, coins, and gems;
a printing press, for private use,
Of fifty thousand ems.
And plants, and minerals, and shells
Worms, insects, fishes, birds,
And every beast on earth that dwells
In solitude Or herds.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

l want a garden and park
Ny dwelling to surround
4 thousand acres (bless the mark)
With walls encompassed round,
Where focks may range and herds may low
And kids and lambkins play
And flowers and fruits commingled grow,
All Eden to display.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

l want uninterrupted health
Throughout my long career;
And streams Of never-failing wealth
To scattsr FAR and near,
The destitute to clothe and feed,
Free bounty to bestow-
Supply the helpless orphans need
And sooth the widows wo.
The American patriot., 1855-01-17

I want the voice of honest praise
To follow me behind,
And to be thought in future days
The friend of human kind
That after-ages, as they rise,
Exulting may proclaim,
In choral union to the skies,
Their blessings on my name.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-24
|. RRIvAL OF NEW ENGLISH Juvenile

N and other Books.-Odds and Ends from an
old Drawer, by Werdna Retnyu, M. ID.
Pippins and Pies, by Stirling Coyne.
Charade Dramas, for the drawing room, 81 Anne
Bowman.
Pleasures, Objects, and Advantages OF Litera-
mere, by the Rev. Robert Arts WilIenou.
Heir of Selwood, by Mrs. Gore.
Matilda Lonsdale, or the eldest sister, by
Charlotte Adams.
A Tour round my Garden.
Hildred, the Daughter, by Mrs. Newton Cros-
land.
Eastwood Priary or Moriimers College Life.
Horses and Hounds, practical treatise on their
management, by "Scrutator."
Outlines Of Chemical Analysis, prepared for the
Chemical Laboratory at Giessen,by Dr. Heinrich
VIII; translated from the German by Daniel Breed,
M. ID. of the United States Patent Office.
The Forest in Exile. by Capt. Mayne Reid.
ON Sale AT TAYOK IL MAURY'S
Jan "a Bookstore, near OH 1t.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-24

~ commenced in the halls Of the Smithsonian
Institution, in the city Of Washington, Grand
Exhibition of the Products of the Taste, Skill,
Enterprise, and Industry Of the American People.
This Exhibition will be gotten up by the Metro
poiitan Mechanics Institute, but the design is not
10 limit the sphere Of its operations and influence
10 any narrower boupds than the entire Union
minute programme Of the plan adopted has
been issued, and copies of il will be promptly
transmitted 10 all persons making application TO
the undersigned for them. He will also cheerfully
respond 10 the inquiries of all persons interested
in matters connected with this enterprise.
Publishers OF newspapers and other periodicals
are particularly requested 10 direct 10 the "Exhi-
biion of the Metropolitan Mechanics Institute
Washington, ID. Co." one or more sets of their
publications. for a suitable period prior 10 the
opening OF the Exhibition. The numbers thus for
warded shall be carefully arranged and displayed,
and shall thereafter be preserved in the Library OF
the Institute. Evidence of such deposit will en-
title any person sustaining to publication the re-
ation of editor, reporter or correspondent, TO the
privileges ofthe Exhibition.
An appeal is respectfully made 10 the courtesy
and public spirit of the Press throughout the coun-
try, TO give place 10 this brief communications and
an assurance is given that the Institute win, by
every means in its power, recprocate the favor
thus conferred.
THOMAS C. CONNOLLY, Superintendent
WASHINGTON, Nov. 81, 1854. Nov. 2S
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THIRTY-THIRQ CONGRESS.
SECOND sessIoE.


nate--Tuesday,1 January ~, 1855.
Mr.. COOPER submitted the following reso-
lutions:
Resolved, That the President ofthe United States
be, and he is hereby, respectfully requested TO
cause the Secretary Of the State and the Secretary
Of the Treasury respectively TO communicate TO
the Senate such information may be contained
in their several departments, relating TO the trans
portaton OF convics and paupers into the United
States from foreign countries, and what agency
the governments TO which they belong have had
in sending them hlher. Also, such Information
as they may possess relative 10 the voluntary
immigration into the United States, of the above
classes, the numbers of each that have arrived
here within the last two years. whether voluntary
or through the compulsory agency Of their respec-
tive governments.
Resolped That the Committee on the Judiciary
be, and the same is hereby instructed 10 inquire
what legislation, il any, be necessary 10 prevent
the governments of foreign countries from trans
porting into the United States, Of convicts and
paupers, also, whether any, and what Legislation
is necessary 10 prevent the voluntary Immigration
into the United States from foreiga countries of
either of the above classes Of persons?
Mr.. COOPER said that he should, on a future
occasion, state his reasons for submitting the
resolutions.
The Senate proceeded TO the consideration of
the Bounty Laad bill and, after debate, without
disposing Of the question,
The Senate adjourned.
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6slegrapbir.


CINCINNATI, Jan. 22.-The supreme court Of
this State decided on Saturday that the liquor
law enacted by the last session Of the Legislature,
is constitutional That law prohibits the retailing
ofliquor, with the exception Of native vines, beer,
and cider, under penalty of fine and imprison-
ment. Several propretors of hotels and coffee
houses were arrested and found guilty under the
law some months ago; but the sentence was de-
ferred at the time by an appeal 10 the supreme
court They are now, however, TO be imprisoned
for twenty days, in accordance with the decision
Of that court. Public sentiment here is in favor
Of strict enforcement of that law, and il will no
doubt break up all drinking establishments in the
State, if the officials only perform their duty.
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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.
OFFICE OF THE METROPOLITAN RAILROAD Co,
GEORGETOWN. DIsT. OF Col, Dec. 26, lS5.

OFFICE OF THE METROPOLITAN RAILROAD Co,
GEORGETOWN, DIsT OF Col, Dec. 26, 1854.
EALED PROPOSALS FOR THE
- Grading Masonry, and Bridgingo forty three
and halt f3 miles OF this road will )e received at
the Office of the Company until tire, O'Clock, p. m
on the 9Th day of February next.
The maps, prohies, plans, and specifications,
will be ready for inspection and after the 9Th
day Of February
The METROPOLITAN RAILROAD l. designed 10
extend from the cities Of Washington and George
town 10 the Baltimore and Ohio Riiroad by an
easy and direct route, connecting with the latter
road east Of the Point Of Rocks on he Potomac
river, and making saving OF distanc, on the first
ninety miles Of the present travelled route from
the Capitol 10 the Western and Northwestern
States Of forty-fve miles.
Proceeding from the poin, Of intersection with
the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, tie route ex.
tends 10 the City Of Frederick, aud, passing
through the richest agricultural distrids OF Mary
land, terminates in the City OF Hagersnwn, where
ii connects with lines OF railroads, now operation,
extending 10 Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania Cen
tra Railroad, etc
The portion OF The road for which proposals. are
now invited, extends from the western line Of the
District Of Columbia t3S miles from Ceorgetown)
to the City OF Frederick. Proposals viii be re
ceived for the work in sections OF on. mile each,
or for the entire distance OF iortythrre and halt
miles.
The work IS generally OF medium character
for this part OF the country with some heavy cut
Ting lin earth and rock) and bridging and every
facility exists for prosecuting IL vigorously and
with economy at all seasons Of the bear The
country is elevated and rolling, well wiiered, and
remarkably healthy
The time conditioned for the compldion Of the
contracts will be from one 10 two yeari
Any further information desired by persons pro-
posing for the work, will be furnished the Office,
or may be had by addressing the President OF the
Company by letter, prior 10 the day of biting
by order Of the Board of Directors
FRANCIS DODGE, Presid,nt.
EDMUND FRENCH, Chief Engineer.
n.o CQ-OprfEtbEah
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Guano Dinicultiss at bird Island.

BosToN, Jan 23--A vessel has arrived from
Bird Island, with dates Of the 3lst Of December,
which reports that she left with only part cargo,
in consequence Of having been ordered away by
the Venzuelean government, with threats Of force
All the other vessels then there, were ordered 10
leave within twenty-four hours
A company of twenty-six negroes, belonging 10
Baltimore, who have been employed in digging
gnano, have returned, aud all the Americans at
the island intended TO leave on the next day The
soop-ofwar Falmouth then at ST. Thomas, was
10 have sailed for Bird Island 10 inquire into the
affair in lew days.
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THO Members Of Congress, strangers So

NNO Members Of Congress, strangers So
Permit me to call your attention TO nv large and
perior stock Of Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vestings,
which will be made up TO order at The shortest no.
tice, and in such style as cannot fail 10 please.
Having supplied my establishment with the very
best workmen, will warrant thai all garments
manufactured by shah be equalto those made
in any other establishment in the United States.
WIN. III. STANFORD, Merchant Tailor,
Penn av., three doors west Of * 81 No. ass.
Also, Agent for the regular Fre,ch Fashions,
received regularly two suits monh. VIII. s.
Dec 3 2nw.3wif
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DURE sILvERWARE---A Magnlacen,

DURE sILvERWARE.--A Magnificent
assortment.-M. w. GAIT & BRO. cali At
ention TO their unusually large assortment OF Sill
verware, consisting Of y
Solid silver Tea Sets, complete
Silver Pitchers, solid silver Casters.
Silver Cups and Saucers Gobleis.
Silver Fish Carvers and Forks, Crumb Scrapers.
Cake Knives Fruit Shovels, Sugar Sifers
Jelly Spoons, Cheese Scoups, Pickle Knives
and Forks.
Olive Spoons, Salad longs Vegetable Forks.
Fruit Knives, Ice longs, Desert Knives.
Soup, cream, and gravy Ladies'
Ice Cream Knives, Salt Cellars.
Napkin Rings, Butter Knives, Tea STEAMERS.
Tea, Table, and Desert Spoons, and Forks OF
every variety.
Breakfast and dinner Coffee Spoons, &c.
Also, very large ASSORTMENT OF Fancy Silver.
ware ). suitable for wedding birthday, and other
presents.
The above is by far the largest and most varied
assortment ever offered 10 our customers. Being
Of our own manufacture, il is warranted pure sill.
yer, and offered at rs low rates as similar goods
can he purchased for in any city in this country.
M. w. GAIT 81 BRO,
Sign Of the Golden Eagle
Penn. av, between 9th and 10th streets.
Dec 2-3tif