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AMERICAN ORGAN.
FOR THE AMERICAN ORGAN.
Three Sonnets.

FOR THE AMERICAN ORGAN
Three sonnets.
TO Mss A. d. A., Of Washington
"The common mouth,
SO gross TO express delight, in praise of her
Grew oratory. Such a lord is love,
And beauty such u mistress Of the world"
1ennysoa.
Ay, thou art fair fair as the mornings prime,
And dewy fresh as is the roses bloom,
And good, nethinks, as beautiful to whom,
Unknown, pour the homage of my rhyme
thousand knights would have, in the olden time,
Each held 1t fame thy favors to assume,
And died for thee, and gladly met their doom,
And not TO worship thee have deemed ii crime
A thousand MINISTRIES would have sung thy face
As one all peerless, and have singled thee
To crown with wreaths Of deathless poesy;
So rich art thou in every mystic grace,
Making us almost marvel If thou be,
In very sooth, of our own earth-born race.
III.
I have beheld thee in the crowded hall,
Where youth and beauty met ! but thou, most
fair,
shon'st like star, through clouds, among
them there,
The cynosure-the wonder Of them all
Nor dost thou to thine aid those trappings call,
Which others use; well the rose would care
For other charms than hers already are;
Nor gold, nor pearl thou modest, to enthrall
Who look on thee. Plain in thy ncatness," thou
Look'st queenly with flower amid thy hair
While thy bright eyes outshinc all gems mos
rare;
Nor would diadcm on thy modest brow
Give thee more sway than thou, uncrowned
dost bear
Who art, by beauty's power, u sovereign now.
And sometimes have seen thee on the street.
Sailing with stately modesty along,
Even like the motion OF o well-tuned song;
When every one whom thou thereon didst meet,
Would look upon thee, in thy garments neat,
And seem to bless thee, therude crowd among,
AS if an angel walked amid the throng,
Or amid brambes sprang rose most sweet.
And sometimes have turned my head to gaze
On thy receding form, and felt, the while,
Like lone dweler on barren isle
Who sees homeward vessel, through the haze
Pass out Of sight; but then, for many days,
Thy heavenly look would my dull dreams be-
guile. IGNoTo.
ST. Valentines Day, 1855. .st
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A DIGEST OF THE LAWS AND RE-
IA solutions Of Congress relative TO Pensions,
Bounty Lands, Pay of the Army, Mileage, horses or
other property lost destroyed in the Military Ser
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 @. W. BENNETT,
dec 5-d3m Attorney-atLaw
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a GENCY IN WASHINGTON CITY,
"A WILLIAM II. HULL, (for several years an
Examiner in the Pension 0fice,) will attend 10 the
prosecution OF claims against the Government such
as Bounty Lands, Pensions, Back and Extra Pay,
&c.
Refer 70 Hon. L. p Waldo, Commissioner Of PEN
sions Hon. John Wilson, Commissioner General
Land efice, and to the Heads Of Departments and
Bureaus generally.
-1y
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NOTICE THIS.

NOTICE THIS.
HAVE on hand n great assortment OF
u Clocks, Watches, and Jewelry, which will be
sold from rs To 80 per cent. cheaper than the
style and quality of goods can be bought for in the
city. Gold Watches from $25 to $3.50, Silver Watch
from % to $35, Chicks from 81 so to $l5 all war
ranted TO keep time one year. Also, endless va
riety of Jewelry, of all the latest styles.
All my Clocks are put in order before selling them
by an experienced hand.
All in want of good timepiece would do well to
give me q call ut the Clock, Watch, and >Jewelry
Store of j. ROBINSON,
Z jan 17--lm $40, opposite Browns Hotel
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A STITCH IN THE BACK

is caused by a sudden wrenching Of the spine,
and produces violent and acute pains, making
it very difficult for the person to move II
should not be neglected, as the curvature Of
the spine is often brought on by neglect Of
this common complaint
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The price of advertising in the London Illus.
traied News is six cents per word. The London
Times has recently largely increased its rates,
which, compared with those Of American newspa
pers are enormous
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pISEAsE OF THE SPINE.

The vertebra of the human system is liable,
from colds, strains, and external injuries, to
be drawn out Of shape, sometimes contracting
so as to bend the body completely double,
and then again will take a curve, distorting
the body, making hideous form.
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n THE PEOPLES SAFETY FUND.- n
n MOS HUNT, Collector and General Agent Of
n fee and residence No. 81 North A street. Capt.
at the Rock Greek Foundry, near Georgetown, d.
q \ Agent for the Empire State and Rensselaer, Fire
Insurance Companies, and the American Mutual Life
Insurance. Company of New Haven, Connecticut,
Professor Siliman, President Dr. s. G. Busey, Med
cal Examiner. >,
ESy- insurance promptly and safely done on liberal
and reasonable terms. !,
NIB. Orders through the city post office will
meet prompt attention.
nov 12-lY - .-.L
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nIAMOND ard other rich Jeweirys a
~ good assortment on hand, or manufactured 10
order al short notice. and at much lower prices than
elsewhere in this city, and no mistake, at No. AIS,
Pennsylvania avenue.
nov % N - III. y. HOOD
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AGENCY AT WASHINGTON.

YUyO CLAIMANTs.-FRANC A. DICKENS
IL continues TO undertake the agency OF claims be-
fore Congress and other branches Of tho government
including commissioners under treaties, and the va
rious public offices. He will attend TO presumption
and other land Chains, the procuring OF patents for
the public lands, and the confirmation by Congress
of grants 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 the United States; invalid, revelu-
tionary, navy widows, and halfpay pensions !;
claims for revolutionary services, whether for com
mutation, halfpay, or bounty lands, 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 of-
ces which may require the aid OF agent or attorney
His charges will be moderate, and depending upon
the amount Of the claim and the extent OF the service
Mr. T. A. DIcKISs 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. TYP.
His Office is on fifteenth street, opposite to the
Treasury Department. and next to the Bank OF the
Metropolis.
All letters must be post paid. nov 10
HNCURRENT MONEY AND LAND
u Warrants bought and sold Drafts on all the
principal cities sold TO suit purchasers.
Highest rates paid for Trans Allegheny Bank, Bank
OF Ksnawha, Va and Selden, Withers, Co.'s notes.
Claims against the government collected.
HAMILTON @. FAINT,
No. 4s2 Tenn. avenue Washington, D.. O.
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PROCLAMATION.
IMPORTANT NOTICE.--The best mate
u rial and the best work only allowed in the SHIRTS
made and sold by WIN. Ii. FAULKNER, the only
practical Shirt Maker in the city of Washington. Try
them, and save money, in addition TO trouble, time
and temper: Gentlemen measured, and good fit
guaranteed in all cases.
Orders attended to with despatch Please note the
address, SIGN OF THE SHIRT,
Pennsylvania avenue, between
Third and Four-and-a Half sts., south side.
dec b--1yd
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HuETs LINnAENr has made many extraor-
binary cures, some Of which are almost incred
ible.
CURES.
Clark Evans, of Sing Sing, N. Y, was cured
of disease of the spine, after being perfect
cripple for eight years.
@. r. Hall, of Rockville, CT, had child
cured of diseased spine; also cripple.
D. d. Reed, of Bristol, R. L, was cured of a
Pinal disease of long standing.
E. M. Blunt, of Sing Sing N. ", was cured
of rheumatism oftwenty years standing.
Henry Evartson, of Oak Hill, N. Y, was
cured Of rheumatism and salt rheum.
Elizabeth Milligan, of Huntingdon Co., N. j.,
had the use of her limbs restored after being
paralyzed.
Physicians Of high standing use Hunts Lin
iment in obstinate cases Of rheumatism and
spinal diseases
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e5, 600 WANTED.
ANY PERSON HAVING THE ABOVE
IN amount to loan, on the most unexceptionable
realestate security, win hear Of customer by ad-
dressing, with real name, Box l34, Washington City
Post Office. 8sF 5 nov 25-dtf
nRIGGS, HALL Il CO., Engineers and
- General Machinists, corner of Virginia avenue
and Ninth street west. Washington District of Co
lumba- nov 18--1y
III. JOHNSON, Family Grocer, corner
~ of Seventh and streets, No. 49, is being con-
stantly supplied with fresh Family Groceries of all
kinds, 70 which he respectfully socits the patronage
Of his friends. nov 18--f
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HOUSES AND LOTS FOR SALE.
II M BUILDING lots, and 20 houses,
NV brick and frame, for sale on easy terms
Also, two stores 10 let on the csrner Of 7th and
streets, Island. Apply 70 M
WALTER A. TRUE,
Carpenter and Builder,
Corner of Virginia avenue and 9TH street
deo 2e--eod1y
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DALDWIN,s STEAM FACTORY.--Co

ID tractors and builders be supplied at all
times with Doors SASH Blinds Mouldings Balusters,
and Newels, Of oak, walnut maple mahogany, and
yellow pine also all kinds Of scroll and fancy saw
ing and turning and all other work which the first
class steam machinery can execute.
Factory corner Indiana avenue and Third street,
east of City Hall. nov 18--Staw8m
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REMOVAL.
III Il undersigned, manufacturers of
y IL Warren's Fire and Water Proof Composition
Roofing has removed their Office from 10th street to
No. $40 7th street, below Odd Fellows Hall.
G. M. WARREN d Co.
Office hours IL to IL A. M. jan 24-eod2w#
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M g. EMERY,s Granite Marble and
I'VE Brown Stone Yard, corner OF b and Second
streets. Office on Second street, between Il and
streets Residence AS street, between Sixth and
Seventh. nov IL
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LATE ARRIVAL.
HyHE Subscriber has just received from
i Boston and New York splendid assortment
Of 1staAi'e tea -b a Hs i
China, Glassware and Cutlery, which he proposes
to sell to 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.
Se. ALSO,
Glass and Queensware, Cutlery and Boots and
Shoes. tlt H@ N
All of which he offers ut 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 sg
On Seventh street, between and Massachusetts
avenue
dec 15-d3m JAMES POOL.
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uyxTENSIvE WOOD YARD.-Tbe sul

MNATENkTFE WVOU TAHD.--The rub
Ia soriber, having purchased the entire stock Of
Wood of Captain James w. White, SO long and ia
vorably known to the citizens Of Washington, as
upright dealer in the article of Wood begs leave
announce to the customers Of his predecessor and the
citizens generally that he intends 10 continue the
business at the old stand Canal street. few yards
east of Seventh street bridge where he win endeavor
wood Of the best quality, at the most reasonable
prices His customers may always depend on getting
a good article and honest measure.
nov lam THOS. g. RUTLER
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TO PERSONS FURNISHING.
DERSONS FURNISHING, before decid-
IL ing elsewhere, are invited TO view the immense
stock ofsuperior and fashionable
% CABINET FURNITURE,
Consisting of every requisite for completely furnish
ing any class of house. the most economical terms
now on show in the large warerooms Of the furnishing
establishment of
G.. M. WIGHT,
IS Louisiana avenue, opposite the Bank Of
Washington, near the corner Of 7th street
dec Sim Nt#Ht eHI H
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i Thousand Boxes
AYERS PILLS.
For all the purposes Of q
Family PhysiC.

There has long existed a pub
lie demand for an effective Pur-
gative Pill which could be relied
on as sure and perfectly safe in
its operation. This has been pre-
pared to meet that demand, and
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j. Boat plying between Washington and AIeHsn-
dris is the steamboat
;fh GEORGE PAGE.
x3&4&44 The public can depend upon the
George Page leaving promptly at the
time stated, passengers or no passengers, until fur
Their notice.
Leaves Washington at 81, 81, sS1, In, A. NJ,
and at ~, 3, "a, 7. NJ
Leaves Alemndria at ~, ., lO1i, A. M, and l2,f.
az, A. 81, r. NJ
Fare BY the George Page will be Ave cents when
ever the George Washington or Thomas Collier run
and charge the same, except car trips;
GEORGE PAGE
P.S. The George Page IL the only boat connecting
with the Orange and Alexandria Railroad and Ma
nassas Gap Railroad.
0mnibuses 10 connect with the George Page will
leave the corner Of Seventh street and Pennsylvania
avenue At Q, 8, ~, and IL, A. NJ, and ~ ~, and
AZ +. M. jan 5-u
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FRESH FRUIT, SC.

UUST Received
- "A boxes Sicily Lemons, in prime order.
104 drums Figs.
Pie Fruits
Raisns and Almonds
For sale by JESSE b. WILSON,
No. s27 Pennsylvania avenue.
Jan l2--8taw8wd
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THE PROBLEM SOLVED, or, SIN

- Not OF God by Miles z. Squire, ID. ID.
Christian Retrospect and Register summary Of
the Scientific, Moral, and Religious Progress Of the
first half Of the Nineteenth Century, with Supple
ment bringing the work down to the present time
by Robert Baird.
Scripture Portraits; or, Sketches Of Bible Charac-
ters BY Rev. j. Brace
Prayer for Colleges, Premium Essay by W. s.
Tyler.
The Westminster Shorter Catechism, with Analy.
sis Proofs Inferenoesy ssr5o Illustrative Anecdotes
by Rev. James r. Boydf
A South-Side View of Slavery; or, Three Months
at the South in 1884 by Nehemiah Adams ID. d.
New edition Of the Wide Wide World, in one vol
Price reduced TO 81 25.
and Sunday School Union received and for sale Al
their prices. GRAY& BALLANTYNE,
febS Bt 19S Seventh street
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u WALL IL STEPHENS.
HAENNsYU.VA Avcuue hpt-

IL and 10th streets, have just received large as
sortment.of Cloths Cassimers and Vesting, which
they win have made up to order in the most fashion
able styles.
Also, on hand very large stock OF ready made
Clothing, which they will sell cheap any other
establishment in the United Statea I dec
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THE STATE TREASURER ARRESTED IA COOP
JoxE.-The Reading (Pa.,) Gazette Of the 10th
inst, says:
son Monday morning last, an affair occurred in
the railroad cars, while stopping at Pottstown,
which is entirely too good to be lost. II appears
that short time since, person who lodged there
over night had carried away with him valuable
gold watch, the property Of another. On the morn
ing above named, as the passenger train was pass
ing through the town, person answering the de-
ecrption Of the culparit was discovered sitting in
one Of the cars by that ndeatgable officer, M. b.
Missimer. He thereupon Immediately arrested
him. The gentleman demonstrated, but in vain.
lie was taken to one Of the hotels, where search
was about being instituted, when some one happen
ing TO drop In recognised in the supposed thief our
newly chosen State Treasurer, Mr.. Sliferl II is
needless to say that the officer was profuse In ex-
plantations and apologies, which Mr.. s. took in
good part, and consented TO consider the arrest a
good joke" although too practical and personal
20 bear a repetition"
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ST. Valentines Day, 1865.

NOTABLE PEOPLE WHO HAVE DIED DURING 1854
On the first day Of 1854 died Silyo Pelico, whose
Prisons have been read everywhere, and have,
.erhaps contributed in no slight degree to the dis
like Of Austria The unfortunate dramatist died,
we believe, devout slave Of the Austrian gov
crnment. Literature has suffered severely during
the past gear. The names of Wilson and Lock
hart have been honored in our columns. The
English Montgomery and Mrs. Southey, and the
Irish Crofton Croker, all awaken host Of associ-
ations. Song mourned Rubini and a Sontag
The University of Edinburgh saw its chair of nat
ural history robbed of a Jameson, and still laments
for Forbes. st. Andrewe's lost its Halbane, and
oxford its centenarian Routh. British art lost a
Martin. Scottish jurisprudence and literature re-
grets a>Cockburn Cunninghame, and Ruther-
ford. England deplores Talfourd and Dem
man. Ireland a Plunkett Two English Bishops,
Bagot, and Benson, have been removed from their
oppressive duties. The veterans of war have been
worthily represented in the long triumph Of DEATH
by the two field-marshals, the Viscount Beresford
and the Marquis of Anglesey.
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PROsPERTs CORNET BAND.
Leader, j. N. PRosPERI-- Conductor, +. PRospERr-
l.. WEBER. Cotillion Conductor
HAVING associated in our Band some
II Of the most scientific and best skilled musicians
in this city, we are prepared to attend Military Pa
rades Balls, Private Parties, with any number Of
pieces.
Residence, opposite the Marine Barracks.
nov 29--ly
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uSOR SALE on LEASE number Of un-
improved lots fer sale or lease located in various
parts Of the city. " WA"D'
nov 18--dh
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PLUMB'S DAGUERREAN ROOMS,
Over Todd,s Hat store, Penn. avenue.
yUyHE Pictures taken at this establish
il ment cannot possibly be excelled, as the appa-
ratus and chemicals used Of the best description;
tiers viii and every precauton taken for their COM
fort and the charges, which low vary in propo-,
ton to the style. The rooms are beautifully htted
up, and contain portraits of hundreds OF celebrated
public characters and always open for the exam
nation of vsiters. nov l3-om
VNATCHES, of Superior quallty, and
" warranted accurate time keepers, constantly
ON hand and received direct from the importers for
sale at wholesale prices cheapestin America--at No.
418, Pennsylvania avenue :, ,,oop
nov 20 @9 H. w. HOOD. I
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THAS. G. TUCKER, Washington, ID. c.,
~ Attorney and Agent for Claims, and Commission
of Deeds fer all the States Revolutionary, naval in
valid and hapay pensions obtained also bounty land
for services in all the 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 is
prepared to give prompt attention to the claims of all
who served, and of the heirs of those who died OF
were killed while in the service.
Office and residence, No. 5l8 Maryland avenue.
nov l3-dly
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THE BELGIAN EMIGRANTs.-The following resolu-
ton was passed by the commissioners Of Emigra-
ton last night, on motion of Mr.. Witthaus
Whereas, lately, more ships bringing immigrant
Iaupers, or other improper persons, to this city,
Lave arrived from Antwerp than any other port
therefore
Rcsolved, That Henry w. 7. Mali, the Belgian
consul at this port be requested to inform his gov
crnment--l. OF the above facts. 2. That there
are persons, known to this commission doing bust
ness at Antwerp, who are especially instrumental
in forwarding all persons dangerous and injurious
10 society. 3. That the commissioners will here
after investigate, especially, all passengers arriving
in ships coming from Antwerp.
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FURNITUREl FURNITURE!I
vUyHERE will be found at the extensive ware
rooms Of the subscriber, on Seventh street oppo-
site Exchange Bank Of Selden, Withers, 70. me
wood. OAK. walnut and mahogany, upholstered IN the
best manner, with French brocatee, plush, and hair
cloth.
Also, elegant Cottage Chamber Furniture, enamel
led and beautifully ornamented.
Mahogany and walnut Wardrobes, Bureaus, Wash
closets. and Bedsteads Of every variety and style.
Dining room Furniture Of every description.
Chairs Of all kinds and qualities.
and Pillows; together with general and very ex-
.ensiye assortment of articles in the
me- all of which will be sold on the most favorable
terms and at the lowest prices for cash or approved
p'po' N. M McGREGOR,
No. $50 North Seventh street.
ODD. Exchange Bank Selden, Withers, Go.
nov lB-ed8m -
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HUNTS IMMINENT.

For the speedy cure of RHEUldArIsM, DISEASE
OF THE SPINE, WEAKNESS In THE BACK OR
SDE, PARALYss OF THE LIMBS, SPRAINs,
WEAK ANKLES, BRuIsEs, DO, DC.
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HREAT AND EXTRAORDINARY IN
~ ducements TO all Cash Purchasers Of Ready
Made Cothing.-will be sold at private sale, large
assortment Of ready-msde Clothing consisting q
Coats Pantaloons, Vests, &c, all warranted 70 be
better cut, better made, and Of better materials
Therefore all in want of good and cheap Clothing,
will do well TO call at ODEON HALL
Corner AZ street and Penn: avenue
jan 27-lm WElSENFELD W.
GAS FITTING.
TH0MA As LIE WIS,
Practical Gas Filter, Tenth street,
Betsoees Penasylgania avenue and ~ street,
A few doors above McGuires Auction Store.
HNHE subscriber invites the attention OF
il his friends and the public TO his establishment
where he is prepared TO fit up with Gas Pipe ana
Fixtures, Stores Dwellings, Public Buildings, &C. In
a neat and substantial manner.
All who favor me with their custom, may depend
upon having their work well done, and ON reasonable
terms, US am determined, by strict attention TO
business, TO perform my contracts in such manner
as 10 merit the appreciation Of my patrons
THOMAS LEWIS.
EY-Al orders promptly and personally attended
To- tIH jan 25--lm