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Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
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OFFICE SUPERINTENDENT PUBIIc PRINTING,
WAsHINoTos, January Is. 1855.
TN Pursuance Of the provisions Of the act
pubic printing &c, approved August rs. 1852.
sealed proposals will be received al this offce, in
The Capitol, Until "Wednesday, the 2Slh day Of
March next, at IL o'clock. m, for furn, ,shiug tho
following quantities aud descriptions Of writing
paper TO wit
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

DLAYING CARDs.-W. .C.ZANTZINGER
has just received a very large assortment OF
Is. best American, English, and French Playing
Cards of every description, and ai The most rea
sonabe prices, wholesale and retail
STATIONERS' HALL,
Adjoining Kirkwood House.
n~c -nauOtv,f
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
A NEW EDITION, IN ONE VOLUME,

A NEW EDITION, IN ONE VOLUME,
or Mr.. KrsosLEy's Popular Work,
HYPATIA; Or New Foes with an Old Face,
By the autnor Of YEAST aAlton Locke" Sc
I vol. limo, Price 81 25
nF the author Of " Hypatia" the Loudon Spec.
" tator rays: Take him all in all, Engant
has no literary man Of his years who can SET up
beside him as his equal in variety and quality Of
sndowments and in richness of promise"
Unsurpassed by any kindred work in the Eng
'ish language."-Na,ionol IntsHigsncsr.
Published by CROSBY, NICHOLS " CO..
Boston; and for sale in Washington by
Feb 7-3taw3w TAYLOR q MAURY. .
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

The best Article ever used, As hundreds can
testify in this city and surrounding country. Reader
GILMAN'S LIQUID HAIRDYE iastansansozst,
changes the hair brilliant jet Black or glossy
Brovn, which is psrnnansnf--does not stain or in
any way injure the skin. No article ever yet in.
vented which will compare with il. We would
advise all who have gray hairs to buy it, for il
nsvsy Jaus-Bsston Post.
For sale by z. d. GrLMAs, Chemist,
Apr2 Washington CIR,
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

CINCINNATI, February lO.--The 6 and jury here
have found true bills against twenty-five liquor
sellers. They have also indicted the managers Of
prize concerts.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

DClaimants against the General Governs
ment.--A meeting Of the heirs OF Revolutionary
officers, and other claimants against the General
Government, is proposed TO be held in the city OF
Washington, on the 22d of February next, for the
purpose Of taking into consideration the course OF
conduct which has been pursued by Congress
towards the just claims Of the citizens Of the
United States, against the General Government,
and also the propriely Of making the payment OF
just claims against tho Government, lest at the
polls and 70 add new plank 10 the political plat
TORN 10 that effect. :
MANY CLAIMANTS.
Other pspers throughout tue Union, will please
give this an insertion. Jan. 30
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
weather .t the south.

COLUMBIA, February 9.-The Mobile papers Of
Tuesday have been received. The weather is
stated 70 be unusually severe. AT Columbus and
Aberdeen, Mississippi, they have experienced un-
precedented snow storms The New Orleans pa
pers Of Tuesday not been received.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
Gslsgrapbit.


Noninatton or q senator ofPennsylvsSSs. Of
HARRisBunG, Feb l0.--ln caucus yesterday, on
the 9th ballot, Cameron received 46 votes, scat
tering 46--being one more vote than voters pre-
sent. This caused much excitement. On the 9th
ballot 1cameron received As, Curtin 46 scattering
one--the fraudulent ballot defeating the nonina-
lion of Curtin. This caused another row. On the
7th ballot Cameron received A, Curtin IL, Fuller
2-many members having left the hall. Those re-
manning (at O'Clock this morning) then passed
resolution OF the unanimous nomination OF Cam
eron. 4t
The election will take place on Tuesday next,
and general row is expected al that time
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

AXE MOTTO E.-Housekeepers and
i others are reminded that the following list ol
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. large assori.
men, and supply always on hand:
Oils Of ali kinds. Queensware,
Paints, Brushes,
Camphine, Clocks,
Varnish, Lamps,
Turpentine, Chandeliers,
Window Glass, Girondoles,
China, Vases.
Earthenware, Britannia ware
Glass, &c, dc, &c.
Goods sent 10 any part of the city free OF
charge. Country dealers will do well 10 call.
o. S. WHIT .ESEY,
7th street,
Opposite Selden IL Withers's Bank.
Mar 10 (Star.)
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
P...aee ! OF the nIai.e Liqu

Passage OF the Maiae Liquor Law.
INDIAsAPoLIs, February 9.--The Maine liquor
law has finally been passed by the lower house Of
the Legislature, and 10 now the law OF this State.
It's passage has caused great rejoicing 10 the com.
muuity.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

The owners of these ships will not be accounts.
BILE for gold, silver, bullion specie, jewery, pre-
cotspttones, or metals, unless bills Of lsdng are
signed therefor, and the value Thereon therein ex
pressed. Jan 2-du
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

r oNGwORTH's Native Wines and Bran
u dies. Il have just received, and keep con-
stanty on hand, Sparkling and Dry Catswba, the
Sweet Issbella Wires, and Cstsvba Brandy.
These Wines are made from the pure juice Of the
grape, and pronounced to be the most wholesome
beverage in use. B. JOST, Agent.
. Also, Importer and Dealer in all kinds Of Wines
Liquors and Cigars, iSl Pennsylvania Avenue.
Jan. 30-2aw3m~
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

PROPERTY AGENCY.
CHAS. P. WANNALL,
AGENT FOR Buy ING AND SELLING
REAL ESTATE.
Corner N. York Ave. dC 9th ST., Washington, d. c.
The Collection Of House Rents and other Ac.
counts promptly attended 10.
REFERENCES:
JOHN w. MAURr, $. BACON IL Co.
MURRAY aI SEMMEs, CLAaETT, N NEwToN & Co.
WM. NJ. SHusrER S Co. J. IL G. s. GIDEON.
Nov lS--tf
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Late Mextcan Consul at New York.

NEW YoRK, Feb. l0--The Supreme Court have
refused TO discharge the late Mexican Consul
Sonar Arangoz, but have reduced the bail TO thirty
thousand dollars.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

A RTICLEs Of Utility.-Christmas Pre-
"A sents !--STEVENS, Browns Hotel, has Q
fresh, large, and elegant assortment of Gents
5carfs, Napoleon Ties, Handkerchief, Crava,..
Gloves, &c. Of the bes, quality and latest impor,a.
lions. Persons making presents will find our as.
-orment complete and of the best qualify and a,
The lowest prices. Sales Room, Browns Hotel
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
THE NATIONAL HOTEL,

II ~ IHIB CITY, VIII DC Tc~OPcHtu IOT lu6 re-
i cepton OF guests on the 9th OF this month.
The removal of the Kitchen from the basemen, TO
the rear of The building and the alterations in and
about the Dining Rooms, will add greatly 10 the
convenience and comfort of lis guests. The table
will be furnished with the besf the markets can
afford, and served in the best STYLE and expense
or labor will be spared to render the house, in
every respect, equal 10 any in the country. The
subscriber therefore, trusts that generous public
will continue the liberal patronage which has al
ways been extended 10 the house. Persons de-
string 10 procure rooms for the winter, can do so
any time after the Goth, by calling a, the Hotel
E. ID. WILLARD.
Washington city, November ID, 1854.
IF
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

~ First Baptist Church. 10th Street.
The subject Of the Sabbath evening lecture to-
morrow evening, will be . The Theatre"
Regular service also every Sabbath morning Al
IL O'Clock.
Young people Of both sexes and the public gen
orally are respectfully invited 10 attend.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
AGENCY AT WASHINGTON CITY.
(OEce on F.Street, nrar Fourteenth Street,
To CLAIMANTS.

TO CLAIMANTS.
JULIUS r.. MEIERE,
Late of the Pension Office, will attend promptly
to all business entrusted to him, and will give
special attention to the prosecution Of claims tor
Pensions, Bounty Land, Land Patents,
Scrip, Back, Pay, &C., sc.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

COUTHERN BOOk.-Origin Of the Con-
~ sttution; Incorporation Of the General Gov
ernment by the States; as national public agents
in trust, with no sovereignty; History Of Copart-
nership Territories from tho Virginia Deed, 1854,
to the Treaty with Mexico, 1915; Division of the
Public Lands; Specific Duties; Origin and History
Of the Purilans; Origin and Cause Of Trouble be-
tween the North and South, and Jeopardy of The
Republic; Legal mode Of Redress pointed out; by
w. b. Davis, Wilmington, North Carolina. Price
Two Dollars.
On Sale at BISHOPS Periodical store,
No. 2l6 Pennsylvania avenue,
adjoining Wizards Hotel.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
CharIeston Races.

| CHARLESTON. February 9.-<Three womils heats
| took place to-day, between Rough and Ready and
the Maid Of Orleans. The first was won by
Rough and Ready and the second and third by
| the Maid Of Orleans. Time not given.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

Comfort for the Poor.-lt is stated that to.
morrow, ct one o'clock, bread will be distributed
a, Hsvener's, G street, between Fonr-and-a.half
and Sixth streets, and that, at two o'clock grocs-
ries will be dispensed at the store Of Shekell
Brothers, opposite to the Centre Market, near
Seventh street, grstuitously 10 the poor; private
fund having been raised for this charitable pur-
nose.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

At Lasti-Powelrs picture of De Soto discov-
ernr the Mississippi has actually arrived in Wash
ine,on. after a tour OF the country on private
speculation. Il will be placed in the only vacant
panel OF the rotundo Of the Capitol during the
present week.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

ID EADY MADE CLOTHING.-Member
N Of Congress wishing TO provide themselves
with Superior Garments for the Winter, will fms
an elegant assortment at
WALL & STEPHENS,
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

GENERAL Notions of Chemistry, by J.
NJ p. louze and Z. Frenzy, translated from the
French by Edmund &. Evaos, M. ID.
Pebbles from the Lake Shore, or Miscellaneous
Poems, by Charles Leland Porter, A. M.
Brushwood picked UP on the Continent, OF
Last summers Trip 10 the Old Wors, by Orviils
Horwns, p FARNHAN
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

The wesley Chapel Choir intend giving |
concert, on Tuesday night, in the church at the
corner Of and Filth streets Some Of the bes
musical talent Of this city and Baltimore viii con
tribute TO the entertainment.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

TLOTHING Made to Order Cheaper than
~ Ever.-In order to run of the remainder OF
our large stock Of Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vest
ings we will, at this season, take measure
make 10 order, Gentlemen's Garments OF FIRST quail
ity twenty per cent. cheaper than our usual low
prices. Isf WALL & STEPHENS,
Jan IL 322 Pa. av., next 10 Iron Hall.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

Macailister, at Odd Fellows Hall, in addition
20 his other attractions, will, on Tuesday evening,
distribute for,y.6ve golden presents, valued al
three hundred and fifty dollars Every one buy
ipe ticket, Mt fifty cents, has chance for par
ticle Of the golden shower
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
The Faker Of silva, who has been cheating tn

The Faker Of silva, who has been cheating tho
country by brlllisnt schemes Of "gift" entertain
rnsnis, is, we learn from private source, confined
in iii in one OF the Western States. He ven.
iured too far in his game Of freud. some Of h's
victims in this vicinity will not be sorry to hear
that he 10 at last Gagged.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

VARIETY BOOT AND SHOE STORE.
QUILTED BOTTOM and PATENTLEA-
W Their BOOTS.-The undersigned has
just received fine assortment Of the above Boots
His general assortment Of Boots and Shoes for
Gentlemen is large, embracing all the modern
styles. Great care has been taken 10 have
them made Of the best material and worknans hip.
Purchasers will find II to their advantage 10 give
him CALL
GEO. BURNS,
$40 Pennsylvania avenue,
Adjoining Pallerson's drugstore.
Dec News
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

E8~R Rev. VIM. H. D1iiburn, Chaplain Ofthe
House OF Representatives, will preach al the Cap
ifol to- morrow, at IL o'clock, q. m.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

NOR LEAsE.-The National Theatre In
IL 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
meriiorous attraction can gu IT.
With the alterations and Improvements con
templaed, il will be In every respect q desirable
establishment.
IL a suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accede TO the following arrange.
mon.
The entire receipts 10 be distributed thus: The
current expenses the salaries Of the members !;
the rent. All surplus 10 be divided among the
members Of the company, in the proportion OF
their respective salaries. The Proprietor would
have claim for rent until after payment OF eur,
rent expenses and salaries.
The proprietor would like, therefore, TO recervs
communication, with particulars, from parties in
clined 70 this mode of action. The purpose OF
the Proprietor ia 10 secure the best talent : ,sy
ing 10 il all the profits. Every letter rece d vii
be known 10 the Proprietor alone, who will net
feel himself al liberty 10 reveal the name OF any
party addressing him on this subject.
All communications prepaid, and addressed
Ito the Proprietor of the National Theatre, box
2i2. Washington city, ID. G.
EOR RENT--Two large size farnishtd
n Rooms--Chamber and Psrloi-st The corn,r
OF New York avenue and Ninth street. No. 367!
Nov lS-if
E>OR EVENINC.-M. w. Gait d Bro.
I have just received beautiful assortment oi
Rich Pearl Necklaces, Brooches, Ear Rings, &c,
ALSO
A complete assortment OF Pearl, Ivory Span
ish. and Mourning Fans, which will be sold unu
suslly low. M. w. CALF BRO.
Jan 0--a Pa. sv, be,w. 9th and ltih "s.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

TAKE NOTICE,
HAVE now on hand n large assortment
i Of every description Of Spcctscles from the
owest price 10 the very best quality used, and
isving been for a long time engaged in mannfsc
uring. ard adjusting Glasses for the most difficult
md defrctiv. visions. therefore with confidence
guarantee 10 benefit and improve the sight Of ali
.h need.
Call s,4ls, Pennsylvania avenue, Sign of The
Large Spread Esgie- A. o. HOOD.
Feb 2 tOrgsn.l
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

E xTRA Heavy-pIated Tea Sets, Albsts
aIl Forks, Spoons, Hc.--M. w. Gait a. Bro.
have Just received besulful assortment Of
Extra Plated Tea Sets, latest styles
Castors, Cake Baskets, Gard Trays, &c.
Also, superior Aibala Forks and Spoons.
The above are Of the very best quality, and un
usually low.
NJ. w. GAIT &c BRO.
Penn. avenue, between 9th and 10Th SITS.
Dee. l5--3t
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

Rich Observation-Disclosures Heller, in
addition 10 his astonishing fess of magic, al Iron
Hall, on Monday evening, will give specimens OF
his skill as a pianist. All who have heard his
music on that favoritc instrument, speak in ex-
trayseant terms Of his performances.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
AotiGts.

NOTICE To THE POOR.--The Poor OF
Washington city are hereby notified that Bread
and Groceries will be distributed 10 them on Mon
day, tho 9th instant, AT one O'cl0ck--the Broad,
from Haveners, on street, between ~ and 9th
streets the Groceries, from Shekell q bros,
Marsh Market Space, at two O'Clock.
Feb IL
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

TNHE UNDERSIGNED would respect
IL fully inform his friends and citizens gene
rally that he has resumed the Grocery business,
and is now located at the corner OF Pennsylvania
avenue and Thirteenth street, where will be
found choice selection OF Groceries, Teas,
Wines, Liquors, Cigars, dc.
Special attention is invited TO his assortment OF
Teas, Liquors. and Cigars.
The above goods are all of the best quality, and
for sale very low for cash
r. ID. TWEEDY,
Corner Of Pennsylvania avenue and 18th street,
south side Nov 3--dlw&eolw
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

The Public Scheols.-At the recent meetiog
of the board OF trustees, Dr. Charles w. Davis
was elected chairman, George J. Abbot, secretary,
and Peter F. Bacon, treasurer.
Several communications were received from
teachers complaining Of the diiapidaied condiiion
OF their school houses, the Inconvenience and IN
Jury caused by the crowded state OF the rooms,
their "backless seats" and deficiency Of school
apparatus. Action was taken by the board with
view 10 remedy those evils.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
l)laSterS.

ERADENS ard Shcrmans Shenghning Plasters, Poor
Il b Mans ard other Plasers McAlister's Ointment,
DAlleys Pain EXTRACTOR Perry Davis Pain Killer and other
articles to numerous to mention, at IA w. ZELNER.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
COURT REPORT.


REPORTED FOR THE ARGUS THOMAS H. WILLIAMS ESQ
COUNTY CouRT-JAMEs JOHNSON, Judge.-Court
met January I'd, 1856
James Moody respondent VS. f. McNair ct. al. APP
pellants Set for trial Wednesday, JAN 10th
Sater, Morrison & Co. VS. VIM j. Mcneil
Judgment Sl42,85 with interest and COST and me-
chancs lien enforced
Moses Perkins appellant VS. P Streltz respondent
Set for trial Thursday, JAM 11th
j. W. Carter respondent VS. C. Keith e al ap-
pellants. Set for trial on the 11th
Pleasant Smith respondent VS. Brindle g. Cherry
appellants. Set for trial Wednesday, 10th
H. c. Goodrich et al. respondents VS. Oscar Nc
Kee ct al. appellants Set for hearing on question
of law Wednesday 10th.
Venire ordered for twenty four jurymen, return
able at 10 o'clock A. M. Wednesday 10th, to which
time Court adjourned
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

PRIVATE OFFICE in the Apothecary Store of VIM
2 to ) = NJ.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
COrrespondence the Arms.

CoLoMA Jan. 5, 1855
DEAR ARGus:-I met your fair correspondent,
Kitty Clover, at the Odd Fellows ball on the night
of the lst. She informs me that since the "hood-
ing" OF Main street she has dried up" for the
present ESQ far as letter writing is conccrned), but
requests me to say to you that if the aqueduct at
the foot of Piety Hill was cleaned out, small
ditch dug each side of said street. and about two
sewers made Gall at small expense) she might
cross and re-cross without much danger to her
slippers. Yours complaceutly,
BILLY BUTTON.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

THE RAIN.-The rain has come at last, and with
it came the wind also. On Sunday night last we
were visited with very high wind and moderate
rain. Monday rained moderately most of the day
and hard at night. Tuesday clear and fine. On
Wednesday the clerk of the weather resumed his
labors and continued with moderate breathing
spells to the present writing on Friday. The storm
has been one of snow on the hills above Coloma.-
The river has not risen more than foot
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
nN THE 9TH OF DECEMBER, IN SIN
30 Byron says
''This is the way physicians mend or end U.S.
Sccnrdem artem-but although we
In health-when sick, we call them to attend Us
BE Byron says

In heath-when sick, we call them to attend us,
Without the least propensity to jeer.'
The above brings to our mind the best medicine
used and is not be prescribed by physician
We alludc to Dr. Guysots Improved Extract of Yellow
Dock and Sarsapara, which is proving to be of the
most pol uar and valuable medicines in and un-
doubtedly it be called the most pure preparation of
Sarsaparilla offered to the public Dr. Guysot being
irregular practising physcian of great talent has gained
himself much merit, by chemically combining the Shaker
prepared yellow Dock and the 'Red Honduras Sarsapa
ra,' which are the inv luable agents, of which the Lab
oratoy of Dr. Guysot has given the virtues Of these
roots in their perfection We believe his preparation
tains all the restorative properties of the roots combined
and concentrated in their utmost strength and efficacy
Experiments made in the manul.tu of this med
seine, until found that it could be further I'M
proved Accordingly find it resorted to almost unver-
sally in complaints for general prosraon ofa the vital
powers and all those tormenng diseases ofthe skin try
ing to the patience, and so Injurious to health.
Purchasers ought to be careful to ask for and take
but ''Dr Guysotts Improved Extract Of Yellow Dock and
Sar aparllla All Others in comparso 1, worthless.
For sale at all the principal Drug Stores in the State
PARK WHITE, Sole Agents, to whom all orders be
addressed No 81 Merchant street, Sd door above Mont
gomery. I'm.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
NOTICE..

I\C
NJ FRANK BEkEART, the old Coloma Gun
/M smith, having again returned from the Eastern
e$Vf States has re-opened his Gunsmith Shop 'estab
* lished April, 1Sl9,' Main street, where he
. y would respectfully inform his old patrons and the
\ x public generally, that he is prepared to do Gun
IA IN smthng &c. in the very best manner, being old
and experienced workman.
n. B. good assortment of Pistols, Bowie Knives
Pocket Cutlery Shot Belts Powder Fasks and all kinds
of sporting material, &c. always on hand -
FRANK BEkEART
Coloma, May g. 1851
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
Pertllnnery.
IininnentS.

NM ENlCAN Mustang Liniment Hays Pile Lnimen,
IVA Zelners Nerve and Bone Lniment FOpodedoc, and
Horse Lnimens in variety. II w. ZELNER.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
Miners Exchange and Savings Bank,
CORNER OF MONTGOMERY AND SACRAMENTO STREETS
SAN ANCISCO.

a Ii MONEY $ left on interest, redeemable within six
IA months bear and half per per month De-
posits for six months and over, two per cent. per
will receive the most puncual attention. Advances made
thereon when required Cola Dust purchased the best
prices Bills of Exchange the Eastern States at sixty
days sight ninety days date drawn par The usual
Banking facilities extended to Merchants and Traders
and the Bank will be kept open for the accommodation of
DepoStors until 5 P M, and on Sundays until 10 p NJ
N. B-MineIs can remit their Money or Gold Dust in
sealed packages by Express directed to me- with such in
ctons as they may deem proper which shall receive the
most faithful attention.
BIN A. S. WRIGIIT Banker
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
DAGUERREOTYPES FOR $500.
ShCW's DaguerrcOtype Rooms,
HAVE REMOVED TO THE FIRE-PRooF BUILDING
No. IG6 CLAY STREET

HAVE REMGNE ED TO THE FIRE-PROoF BUILDING
No. IG6 CLAY STREET
few doors above Montgomery Street north slc opposite
Dr. Rabies Building.
AM SllEW has the satisfaction ofannounclng thI he
4Fa has ted up splendid suit Of rooms for taking Pho
to mphic Pictures etherupon glass paper metal plates
Persons who feel interested in the Photographic Art ill.,
vtcd to call and examine collection Of Daguerreotypes
ken upon paper and glass; which embrace of the
most interesting scenery history and possess brllian-
cy OF tone and dStnctness of outline which supass
thing heretofore produced on tn. Pacific Coast.
Mr. = also announces that he has reduced his prices to
less than one half his former rates, and prepared
take good pictures for $2 be obtained any 9TH
had pictures taken elsewhere, have them taken
over for trifmg expense.
Please remember the number, l66 Clay street, North
SIDE few doors above Montgomery street, and give
call before purchasing elsewhere.
All Caifonl papers please copy month"; and send
one copy containing this advertisement
San Francisco, Nov. ii, 1851. 2 I'm.