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Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
THE MISSISSIPPI AND ATLANTIC
CONNECTEDl

UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE!
ONLY Sc HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
YORK! AND SO HOURS TO ClNCINNTI!!
CHICAGO g. MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
" Tie only Railroad Route from the Loacer
Mississippi to the Atlantic,
TIME FROM ST. LOUIS TO CHICAGO ONLY 20 HOURsi
.r The Steamer WINCHESTER leaves
EEffs6ssas7E e the Alton wharf boat AT st. Louis,
daily Sundays excepted) AT o'clock, a. m, and
the REINDEER leaves the Alton wharf boat al
st. Louis daily at $50, p. m.
The steamers connect at Alton (only 23 miles
from ST. Louis) with express trains for
SPRINGFIELD, BLOOMINGTON, LASALLE,
CHICAGO, AND THE EASTERN CITIES.
Passengers leaving ST. Louis by the steamer
Winchester at 7, a. m, take the cars at Alton al
10, a. M. and arrive at Chicago the next morning
in time to take the earliest morning trains going
east.
Passengers Leaving 81. Louis by the Kemdeer
at $50, p. m. take the cars at Alton Saturday ex
cepted) at 8 p. m in time for the evening trains
rest
This line via Chicago and Mississippi, Illinois
Central and Chicago and Rock Island, or Chicago
and Aurora railroads, connects with all the rail-
roads at Chicago, and affords the most speedy
route from ST. Louis 10 points on the Mississippi
river, at and above the Upper Rapids, as well as
TO points on the Illinois river AT and above Pekin.
The trans or the G. and M. railroad connect at
Carnve, Virdcn, Springfield and Bloomington,
with good Stage Lines for Hillsboro, Wavery,
Danville, Terre-Haute, Pekin, and Pona, and also
with the Great Western Railroad at Springfield,
with the Great Western Railroad for Jacksonville,
and Decatur, and at Bloomington with the Illinois
Central Railroad for Lasalle.
ED- THROUGH TICKETS, and Tickets TO
Chicago can be had at the Offices of the Michigan
Southern, the Michigan Central, and the New
York and Erie railroads, st. Louis.
MA- TICKETS TO CHICAGO and all the in
termed ate places, can be had at the wharf boa,
and on the railroad packets, and at the Offices o.
the Chicago and Mississippi, Illinois Central, and
Chicago and Rock Island railroads.
Z. KEATING, Supt C. & M, r. r..
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
FEMALE EDUCATION.

MRS. II. w. YOUNG & MISS v. TOWN
lM respectfully announce 10 their friends and
this community, that they will receive AT their
rooms, on the corner OF 10th and K streets north,
on Monday, the 18th instant, a limited number Of
young ladies' who may desire to pass through a
systematic course of studies, embracing all the
solid and ornamental branches of female educa-
ton.
Their method Of instruction is thorough and
practical. 1t is based upon an experience OF many
years in conducting the education of young ladies',
having in view the fullest development and disci-
pline Of the mental faculties.
TERMS OF TUITION.
All the English studies, including mathematics,
with the French language, per the scholastic
year of 10 months 1850
Ancient and other modorn languages
Music, vocal and instrumental..... Professors
Drawing in pencil and crayon. $685.. charges
Painting in oil and water 'colors.....
Sept 6-3tawt1Sth
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TSOR LEAsE.-The National Theatre I'm

ISOR LEASE.-The National Theatre I'm
1t the city of Washington, for the ensuing sea-
son, or for term OF years. The National Theatre
is one of the largest in the world, and yet every
meritorious attraction can fill IT.
With the alterations and Improvements con
templatcd, il will be in every respect desirable
establishment
II a suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accede to the following arrange
mon.
The entire receipts to be distributed thus: Tho
current expenses the salaries Of the members
the rent. All surplus TO be divided among the
members Of the company, in the proportion OF
their respective salaries. The Proprietor would
have no claim for rent until AFTER payment OF cur
rent expenses and salaries.
The proprietor would like, therefore, to receive
communications, with particulars from parties in-
clined 10 this mode of action. The purpose OF
the Proprietor is 10 secure the best talent by pay
ing to il all the profits Every letter received will
be known to the Proprietor alone, who will not
feel himself at liberty to reveal the name Of any
party addressing him on this subject
All communications prepaid, and addressed
"to the Proprietor Of the National Thestre, box
2i2, Washington city, D. 9.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

.TAkE MOTTO E.--Housekeepers and
others are reminded that the following list OF
articles are of the very best description, and can
be purchased from the subscriber on as low terms
as any other house in the city. A large assort-
ment and supply always on hand:
Oils Of all kinds. Queensware,
Paints, Brushes,
Camphine, Clocks,
Varnish, Lamps,
Turpentine, Chandeliers,
Window Glass, Chronicles,
China, Vases.
Earlhenware, Britannia ware,
Glass, &c., &C., &c.
Goods sent to any part of the city free OF
charge. Country dealers will do well to call.
o. s. WHITTLESEY,
7th street,
Opposite Selden & Withers's Bank.
Mar 10 (Star)
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
MistGIIxteoMs
, ENTINE HEIDsIEeK & co. CHAM

ENIJINE HEIDSIEeK & CO. CHAM
M pagne.--The subscribers having been ap-
upoied by Messrs. Heidsiect IL Co. 10 succeed
Mr. Charles Engler, heretofore sole agent in the
in the United States for the sale of their Wines,
who this day relires from business, respectfully
call the attention Of the public TO the subJoined
card
The Messrs. Heidsleck 4 Co, as set forth there
in Justly claim to be alone ena,led to send 10 this
country the genuine HedsieckE Co. Champagne,
under the same name and styleas originally MIRO
duced into this market, now hearty thirty years
ago, they being sole propretors of all the identical
vineyards, cellars, dsc., which the founders and
originators of this celebrated brand had owned.
Such being the fact, we need not dwell upon the
superior quality of their Wines, the reputation OF
the same among the American public beingalreody
identified with unsurpassed excellence.
We beg particularly to notice that their brand
still bears the same name of Heldsleck N 70, IN
full by which it first became so favorably Known,
being thereby easily distinguished from other SINH
lar marks which have since appeared.
NEW YORK, January l, 1854.
CRAMER 65 ABEGG,
Successor to Charles Epger,
and sole importers in the United States
: STANISLAUS MURRAY is our sub-agent for
Washington and Georgetown, d. c., and Alex
andria, Va.
CARD.-Upon the dissolution of the old
firm Heidseck Il CO., in 1884, the senior partner,
who had the sole charge of its liquidation, con-
tinued the business retaining exclusive possession
of the vineyards vaults, DC, which the orgina
partnership had enjoyed
Our new firm are his immediate successors and
sole proprietors Of this well-known brand
In order to distinguish the same from limitations
and marks similar TO our own, which have APP
peared and may hereafter appear in this market,
the name of our firm in full will be found on the
labels and around the corks.
RHEIMS, March S, 1896
Feb S-d2m HEIDSIECK & CO.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
TAKE NOTICE.
NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED. .

~ w. BROWNING, MERCHANT TAILOR
under the United States Hotel, would re.
specially inform his customers and the public
generally that he has just received New Fall and
Winter Goods, in great variety. Such as Cloths
Cassimeres, and Vestings, of the latest importa-
ton, and is prepared to have them made up al
the shortest notice, in the most fashionable man
ner and at low rates of prices.
Having made arrangements to go into the
Ready made Clothing business" extensively this
season. he feels confident that he can offer TO
those wishing TO purchase stock of Cothng
not inferior TO any in this city, and not made up al
the north, as is usually the case with work sold
here; but cut in his own establishment, and made
by our own needy citizens in this dull season, al
low rates Of prices. He is enabled, therefore, TO
compete with northern work in point Of prices
and as TO quality and STYLE he will leave for those
who favor him with call TO Judge.
He can sell whole suits, Coat, Pants, and Vest,
at the following low rates:
Good suit for business purposes, out of cloth or
cashmere, for the small sum Of. ........ SIS
Dress and Frock Goats, from. $40 10 $50
Overcoats Of different styles, from. .S12 TO $25
Black and fancy Pantaloons from. .$3 soto SIC
Silk and velvet Vests, FROM. .......$2 90 TO $40
This stock of Clothing is of superior quality,
and has been made up since he received the fall
and winter fashions.
He keeps constantly on hand large assortment
Of fancy aricles-such as gloves, cravats, collars
umbrellas, &c.
Sole agent for the sale of Scott's Report ol
Fashions in this city.
Sept 14-tf
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.
! j. STEER, MERCHANT TAILOR

is now opening another supply of choice
SPRING and SUMMER GOODS, to which he
invites the attention of Members Of Congress,
Strangers, and Citizens.
The stock is large and very complete, embrac-
ing almost every variety of Gentlemen's Goods,
usually kept by Merchant Tailors.
We solicit an inspection by the public Of our
goods, workmanship and prices.
Nod, Washington Place, Seventh street.
Nav M-3tf
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MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.

ID J. STEER, Merchant Tailor, is now open.
I ing another supply of choice SPRING and
SUMMER GOODS, to which he invites the at
tention of Members OF Congress, strangers, and
citizens.
The stock is large and very complete, embracing
almost every variety ofGentleman's Goods usually
kept by Merchant Tailors.
We solicit an inspection by the public OF our
goods, workmanship, and prices.
Ms- No.. Washington Place, Seventh street.
May H--3tif
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK
Pianos and Melodeons for Cash.

"ORACE WATERS, the great Music and
Ill Piaho Forte dealer, 333 Broadway, New
York prefering TO share large per cent with his
customers, rather than pay il 10 the sharpers oil
Wall street, TO raise available means TO enable him
10 stem the present tight times, offers his immense
assortment of elegant and warranted Pianos and
Melodeons at large discount from factory prices,
for cash. His assortment comprises Pianos from
three Of the largest and most celebrated Boston
manufactures; also those OF several OF the best
New York makers, including the beautiful and
much admired Horace Waters Pianos from his
own factory, and Melodeons of the best Boston
New Haven, New York, and Buffalo makes at
iording an opportunity for selections not TO be had
elsewhere Each instrument warranted Second
hand Pianos at great bargains--prces from 500 70
10 S160. Music and musical instruments OF all
kinds Dealers, teachers, and heads Of schools
supplied on the best terms. Music sent by mail
pos; paid. General and select catalogues OF mu
sic and schedule offactory prices Of Pianos, Mclo
dcons and musical instruments forwarded TO any
address, free Of postage.
Sept 21--d3m
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
MisteIIane0ns.
To SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF

VNO SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF
j the House Of Representatiyes.-Ag gentle
man who has had twenty years experience as a
parliamentary, legal, and general reporter, both in
Europe and America, having several leisure hours
each day, proposes to devote them to the service
OF any gentleman having writing TO do, either for
the press Of any other description. Desiring
some mode of employing those hours until the adj
journment of the present session Of Congress, he
is perfectly indifferent as to the character of the
writing he may be required TO perform, and viii
perform it upon the most reasonable terms. Com
munications addressed 10 p B. T., nj Mrs. Wards,
Of Al street and Missouri avenue, will meet
with prompt attention. References Of the highest
order Feb 2-n
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

IIARpER,G MAGAZINE for ..t,,sen'l-- e
H magnificent number, filed 'S.n superior
engravings, and for sale at SHILLINGToN's book
store.
The great Illustrated Magazine of Art for Sep
tember is one of the best that has been issued.
Leslies Ladies' Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions.
The Knickerbocker Magazine for September.
Godey's Lady's Book, Grahams Magazine, and
Putnam's Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
SHILLINGTON'S Bookstore,
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
nONT FAIL TO CALL AT HOODS

nON,T FAIL TO CALL AT HOODS
IL ifyou wish TO purchase anything in the way
Of fine American, London, or Geneva watches,
0hat can be relied on for the true time) rich gold
jewelry, pure silver ware, &c, &c. and save from
Is 10 25 per cent, as he is now receiving his
Fall supply, which will be sold at the lowest
wholesaerates.
Fine watches and jewelry repaired, and war,
rantcd TO give satisfaction.
III. O. HOODS
Pa. avenue, between A and 9th streets, sign OF
the large spread eagle. Sept loft .
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

NEW YORK, May 2, 1S53.-The UNDER
In signed has this day opened an Office, No. AZ
William street. merchants Exchange,) for the
transaction of general brokerage business
Bank, insurance, mining, railroad, government,
State, and city securities bought and sold.
Promissory notes. bills of exchange, and loans
negotiated.
Sep 21-tf EMANUEL y. HART.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
NHR. BUsHNELHs SCHOOL. 18TH

lyl street, between ( and g streets, Washing
ton The next session will commence on the
FIRST Monday in September. The course OF in
structon embraces Ancient and Modern Ian
and Moral Science, together with oil the English
branches usually taught in the best schools. Cir
culars may bcShad at the school-room OF at the
bookstores. Aug ll--eo4w
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
~ CHEAP AND PLEAsANT

excursions daily throughout the
year by the Steamer BALIlMOkE, to and rom
AQUA Creek, with dinner included, for 50 only
To families and others desirous Of recreation
and change of scene, no better opportunity can
offer for such indulgence than is now daily af-
forded by the regular trips of the splendid and
commodious Steamer Baltimore to Aqua Creek
and back to Washington between the hours Of GA
a. m. and "a p. m.
Fare for the round trip, including good dinner
on board, 50 only.
For further information apply to Captain d.
Peck, on board, or TO
GEORGE MATTINGLY
Agent of the line in Washington.
Iuy lS--d2mN
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
! NEoDERN LANGUAGEs.--D. e. Grour,

MODERN LANGUAGES.--D. e. Groux.
NI a native of France, tcacncr Of Modern Ian
guages, especially French, Spanish, and German.
Transatons made with correctness and punctu-
ality. Professor of Numesmatics, for the classi6-
cation and explanation of medals and coins.
Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between 9th
and 7h streets, opposite Browns Hotel.
Furnished Rooms to rent at that place.
Sep 21--dtf
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
AIRS. COwDEN CLARKEs new Novel.

MRS. COWDEN CLARKES new Novel.
lyI The Iron Cousin, or Mutual influence, by
Mary Cowden Clarke, author Of "The Complete
Concordance to Shakespeare"
Tegg's Dictionary of Chronology.
Lectures On the True, the Beautiful and the
Good, by M. N Cousin ;,:ncreased by an Appendix
on French Art; translated by 0. w. Wight.
TAYLOR & MAURYS
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

CTONE QUARRY.-Ia am prepared TO fur
y nish from my quarry, opposite the Little Falls
and adjoining the quarry Of the late Timothy
O'Neale, any quantity OF stone that may be needed
for building purposes. Apply TO the undersigned
at his house on II, between 10Th and Goth streets,
in the First ward, or to Mr.. Paine, at the quarry
July 81 WILLIAM b. SCOTT.
alexandra Sentinel.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

TAUTIER'S.--Just received large as
VI sortment OF Pate De Foics Gras, from Stras
burg, in small and large jars.
Jan 22--t G. GAUTIER.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
NEW BOOT AND SHOE STORE

NTEW BOOT AND SHOE STORE
IN Samuel w. Taylor 81 Co, have opened the
spacious New Store on Penn. avenue, next 10
Mcssrs. Geo, @ T. Parker's opposite Browns
Hotel for the sale of Ladies' Gentlemens, Misses,
Boys and Servants BOOTS, SHOES, CATERS
and SLIPPERS.
In opening this establishment our aim is to be-
come popular by keeping good articles at very low
prices.
IJArrangcmcnts have been made with the best
Northern Manufacturers for regular supply OF
every article exclusively TO our order
BY respectful attention TO the wants OF those
who will favor us with a call, we hope to merit
their future confidence and patronage.
s. W.TAYLOR & Co
Penn. avenue, opposite Browns Hotel.
Aug 29-1w
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
TERMS OF ADVERTISING.
ylisrfIIant1ns.

N1EW BOOKS.-Plato OH Immortality OF
IN the Soul, translated from the Greek by
Charles s. Stanford.
Florence Egertop or, Sunshine and Shadows,
by the author of Clara Stanley, &c.
'Skeches Of Western Methodism, Biographical,
Historical and Miscellaneous, illustrative OF Pho.
neer Life, by Rev. Jas. d. Finley.
For sale by GRAY u BALLANTYNE.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
Posr oFFlcE, Washington CRY, D; G. .

lost OFFICE, VHsH'"SI1H S'I,5' = 80.
November 20, 1884.
NEAILs for Cumberland. Maryland; Clarke
lvf burg and wheeling. in Virginia zanes-
Vile, Columbus, and Cincinnati. in Ohio; Ways
Vile and Louisville, in Kentucky and India
nopolis, Indiana, will hereafter be closed a ihls
Office daily Al 2, p. m, departing in the oG.ocK
train, and connecting with the train leaving Balti
more for Cumberland and Wheeling at s o'clock.
JAMES G. BERRET,
NJ, IN 2,d Postmaster.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

lizard TIMES, New Novel, by Chas.
Ii Dickens.
The Metallic Wealth Of the United States, de-
scribed and compared with that of other countries,
by J. ID. Whitney.
Memoirs of Joseph John Gurney, with scec.
tons from his Journal and Correspondence. Ed
tied by Joseph Bcvan Brathwate, in 2 vols.
Memories over the Water, or Stray Thoughts
OF a Long Stroll, by Henry Manly.
On sale nj TAYLOR " MAURY'S
Aug Is Bookstore, near 9th 81.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
Misfetlgnt1as.
II knovn to ali whom Il

KTOTICE.-Be IL known to all whom II
In doth concern, that have fled, in the Gen.
eral Land Office at Washington, ID. c. the follow
ing duplicate land warrant issued by the Register
of Virginia on the 18th day of December, 1850, No.
1906 for 100 acres, for the services Of William
Field, soldier in The Virginia continental line, on
the 3Olh June, 1853. The original of said warrant
having been lost or destroyed, hereby notify all
parties that | shall make application to the Gen
cral Land Office for the satisfaction Of the above
mentioned duplicate warrant, by the issue Of scrip
under The provisions of the act of 3lst August,
1852. WILLIAM TERRY,
Oct S---law3m Attorney for the Claimant.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
5. GARNER, Draper and Tailor, Nor

A s. GARNER, Draper and Tailor, Nor
n. fits Building, Al street. respectfully informs
his friends and the citizens of Washington, Georgei
town. and Alexandria that he keeps always on
hand choice selection Of the best and most popu-
lar makes OF Clo1hs, Cassimeres, and Vestings,
together with good supply OF the best Trim
mings and will make TO order Garments in the most
elegant manner, (plain or iancy9 TO please the
tastes of all who may favor him with call.
N. b. Prices moderate, and terms cash.
Nov 3-eolm
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
T IME! LIME! LIME!-To PIastererl

I'll IME! LIME! LlmE!-IO FlastcTcTs
l 4 and Builders.-We have now on hand, al
SEELY'S Patent Kilns, 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.
,erers to this superior article of Lime II is free
from coal cinders or other sediment, it being
burnt altogether by wood which makes il very
superior article for plastering, white coating, and
hard finishing.
Give us call, and you shall be pleased.
S. ]. SEELY & co.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

FINDER GARMENTS just received.--I
u have just opened full supply Of Gentle
mems Under Shirts and Drawers, silk. merino,
lambswool, Scotch do, Shaker, and Canton Flan-
nes, &c, which am now prepared to dispose OF
at the most reasonable prices.
LANES
GentIcmens Furnishing Store,
Sep 10 Penn. avenue, near "A 81.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

nIANOs FOR SALE AND RENT.-The
subscriber has in store a very handsome Rose
wood Piano, seven octaves, which will be dis
posed of on accommodating terms. Also, for
rent, two fine instruments.
w. C. ZANTZINGER,
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

TIEE AND EPIsTLES OF ST. PAUL
IL by the Rev. w. J. Congbeare, M. A., and the
Rev. J. S. Howson, M. A.
Just received at
Octs TAYLOR &c MAURYS.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
PROSPECTUS
OF THE
NINTH VOLUME OF THE
WASHINGTON SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS,


WASHINGTON SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS.
DevotAl to Cisy A6a,ys, Educattom Literature,
and General Intelligence.
HTyHE Ninth Volume Of this Paper Deing
about 10 be commenced, the proprietor and
editor, after making his grateful acknowledgements
for the steady support which he has received dur
ing the last eight years, respectfully soiclts
continuance of the same and such additional snp-
poyt as will enable him 10 continue his paper, as
an Independent Journal and in the support OF
those conservative and constitutional princiPies
which were involved in the late municipal cleo
tion, and which il is his fixed purpose 10 MAINTAIN,
so long as he is connected with this or any other
public journal On his future course the edior
deems il unnecessary TO dilate Suftice u 10 say,
that while the original plan OF his paper WIN oe
duly carried out the editor will also feel himself
bound by the convictions of duty and proprlety,t 10
maintain the constitutional rights OF every native
and adopied citizen, and to oppose every secret
organization that is founded on Proscrplve and
exclusive basis. What he intends TO 40 In tnis
respect may be Judged of by what he has already
written and published in the columns OF this Jour.
nal. To his friends, and the friends OF civil and
religious liberty he respectfully appeals Tor ade-
quate encouragement.
The Semi Weekly News will shortly appear in
an improved dress.
The paper and business card, per annum.. 70 w
The paper without business card, ut paidin
advance or within enc month from date
of subscription. ..................... ~
The paper without business card II not paid
within one month from date OF subscrip-
ton. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. W
Payable in advance, or monthly IN all cases.
Subscribers and annual advertisers will be
charged for the whole year.
No paper discontinued until all arrearages are
paid except at the option of the editor
| Persons leaving the city or declining business
may discontinue on payment Of arrears.
Aug 20*
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05

r AND FOR SALE.-The Subscriber will
dispose OF thirty acres of land, being part ofhis
farm known as DeIcarlia, situated near the Little
Falls, in Montgomery county, Md, and adjoining
the contemplated waier-works. II is an excellent
piece Of land, and both from its fertility and To-
cality is admirably suited for market garden.
Apply to the undersigned, or to his overseer on
the farm.
WILLIAM B. SCOTT,
Sent Tiff On H between 10Th and Goth sts.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-05
FINE WATCHES & RICH JEwELRY.

:" q. HOOD, Pennsylvania avenue, between
Ill Al and 9th streets, has just returned from
the north with good assortment of the most rich
and fashionable Iewelry in the market, which he
purchased for cash at very low prices, and now OF
iers for sale the same, at wholesale retail, much
cheaper than goods Of like quality have ever been
sold for in this section Of country. Please call at
his store, sign ofthe large spread eagle.
N b. Special attention paid TO the repairing 10
ne watches by w. w. Holhngsworth. Apr