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Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
4 GENCY AT N.--To

~ Claimants--FRANCIS A. DICKINS con-
liUIes to undertake the agency of claims before
Congress and other branches of the government,
including commissioners under treaties, and the
various public offices. He will attend 10 pre-
empton and other land claims, the procuring OF
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
for Virginia bounty land warrants, and the conhr
nation by Congress of grants and claims TO lands,
claims for property lost in taken for the service
OF the United States; properly destroyed by the
Indians, or while in the possession OF the United
States; invalid, revolutionary, navy, widows, and
halt-pay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
Wees, whether for commutation, half-pay, or
bounty lands; also, claims for extra and back pay,
&C. Of soldiers sailors and marines; as well those
against the State of Virginia the United States;
all claims, growing out of contracts with the gov
eminent, for damages sustained IN consequence Of
the action or conduct Of the government; and, in
deed any busine ss before Congress orthe public Of
ces which may requirethe aid of an agent or attor
ney. His charges will be moderate, and depend
ing upon the amount OF the claim and the extent
OF the service.
Mr.. A. Dickins is known 10 most ofthose who
have bcon in Congress within the last few years,
or who have occupied any public attention al
Washington.
His Office is on Fifteenth street, opposite 10 the
Treasury Department, and next door TO the Bank
Of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 2S-lyd (m)
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
YJyO ALL WHO HAVE CLAIMS To COL

il leci.-I am again Collector in Fairfax county,
Virginia, for two years from this day. My official
bond, with ample security, given at June
court 18th June. intend TO devote my attention
entirely 10 my business. From my long experl-
ence in my business, acquaintance with the pee-
pie, and faithful discharge of my duties heretofore,
am induced 10 solicit portion OF the public col
lections from those who intend 10 place their
claims in the hands of officer or agent. will
take claims on any persons in my county for any
amounts and, ifjustifed, will attend TO the collec
tons Of claims in the adjoining counties.
If any reference is wanting, would refer 10 ,he
here. All communications must be post paid.
Claims out of the State should be fully authentl-
Gated before sent to me for collection; Will col
lect in my official capacity or as agent, as may be
reauested it, as an officer Icharge legal fee only,
and which il the claim is made, the defendant has
always to pay; and if as agent, the plaintiff must
pay me ten per cent, If collected or sucured, and
any legal cost | may be at TO secure the debt.
SPENCER JACKSON,
Fairfax courthouse, Virginia.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
TAKE NO TICE.
NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.

IL" NISJODS OO0A ANAIOA1A A1A1e
~ W. BROWNING, MERCHANT TAILOR,
under the United States Hotel, would re-
spectfully inform his customers and the public
generally, that he has just received New Fall and
Winter Goods, in great variety. Such as Cioths,
Cassimeres and Ves,ings, of the latest importa-
ton, and is prepared to have them made up at
the shortest notice, in the most fashionable man
ner and at low rates of prices. I
Having made arrangements TO go INTO the
" Ready-made Clothing business" extensively this
season. he feels confident that he can offer to
those wishing 10 purchase stock OF Cothing,
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
bv our own needy citizens in this dull season, at
low rates of prices He is enabled, therefore, to
compete with northern work in point OF prices
and as 10 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........ Slo
Dress and Frock Goats, from. ...Sl0 10 ~2O
Over-coats of different styles, from. .Sl2 TO S2o
Black aud fancy Pantalocns, from. 81 50 TO Slo
Silk and velvet Vests, from. ........S2 ooto Slo
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 articles gloves, cravats, collars,
umbrellas, &c.
Sole agent for the sale Of SCOTS Report OF
Fashions in this city.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
MtsreIIa
GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
nyHIS REAJJTIEUL BURIAL PLA(

of the Dead having just been dedicated with
appropriate ceremonies for the purpose is now
open for the reception the remains of deceased
persons.
The Mausoleum has capacity for hundred
bodies, in which such friends Of the dead, as may
apply, can ,place the departed until they select
sites for graves.
Tie plan of the incorporaiors is one of equality
n regard to the lots, which will not be put up
publicly for sale, although they usually bring.
premium,) making the early selections Of lots the
most desirable.
Until an Office is established in the city OF wash
ngton, applications will be punctually attended to
al the present Office in the east wing OF the build
ing on entering the Cemetery.
Vsiters arc requested not to drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds. s
VIM. 8. HUMPHREYS.
NIB Glenwood is situated short distance
due north of the Capitol Aug 27--3m
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

CTONE QUARRY am prepared to fur
y nish from my quarry, opposite the Little Falls
and adjoining the quarry Of the late Timothy
ONeale, any quantity of stone that may be needed
for building purposes. Apply TO the undersigned
at his house on H, between 18th and Goth streets,
IN the First ward, or 10 Mr. Paine, at the quarry
Iuv 27 WILLIAM B. SCOTT.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
PROSPECTUS
OF THE
NINTH VOLUME OF THE
WASHINGTON SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS,

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Derofed TO Gin Affairs, Education, Literature,
and General Intelligence.
yUyHE Ninth Volume of this Paper being
about to 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 soicits
continuance of the same and such additional sup
Doyt as will enable him 10 continue his paper as
an Independent journal, and in the support OF
those conservative and constitutional principles
which were involved in the late municipal cleo
ton, and which is his fixed purpose TO maintain,
so long as he is connected with this or any other
pubIc Journal On his future course the editor
deems Il unnecessary 10 diate. Suffice il 10 say,
that while the original plan of his paper wilI be
dulv carried out the editor will also feel himself
bound by the convictions Of duty and propriety, to
maintain the constitutional rights of every native
aud adopted citizen, and to oppose every secret
organization that is founded on proscriptive and
exclusive basis What he intends to do in this
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 for ade-
quate encouragement.
The Semi Weekly News will shortly appear in
an improved dress.
The paper and business card, per annum.. 50 90
The paper without business card, ut paidin
advance or within month from date
Of subscription).. .........s........... Do
The paper without business card II not paid
within one month from date OF subscrp.
ton. ..................... w
PAYABLE in advance, or monthly in all cases.
Subscribers and annual advertisers will be
charged for the whole wear.
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 sf arrears
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

III a magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SHILLrNeToN's book
store.
The great Illustrated Magazine Of Art for Sep
tembcr 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 Ladys Book, Graham's Magazine, an6
Putnam's Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
SHILLINGTON'S Bookstore
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
nREsERVEs, JAMS, JELLIEs, AND
MarmaIadc. &c. viz:

Peaches Ounces, Damsons, Blackberries,
Strawberries and Raspberries, and Pine
Apple Preserves.
Black Currant Jellies, in half and one-pound
Jars. !,
Red Currant Jellies, in half pint and quart
jars.
Pine Appc and Crab Apple Marmaades.
Peaches and Pine Apple in cans, hermetcaIiy
sealed, Jeles.
Pine Apple, Peaches, Green Cages, preserved
in brandy. 49,,
These Preserves, Jellies, &c, are oil the oest
quality, put up 10 our order lot rnTIIIps our sTluS.
SHEKELL BROTHERS,
No 40, opposite Centre Market
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
GARNER, Draper and Tailor. Nor

~ FITS Building, 4a street, respectfully informs
his friends and the citizens of Washington, George
town, and Alexandra, that he keeps always on
hand choice selection of the best and most popu
lar makes OF Cloths, Cassimeres, and Veslings
together with good supply of the best Trim
mngs, and will make to order Garments in the most
elegant manner (pain or fancyJ 10 please the
tastes of all who may favor him with call
N B. Prices moderate, and terms cash.
Nov 3-eolm
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
M MislfllanaGMs.
SHIRTS! sHIRTs!! sHIRTs.m

SHIRTS! SHIRTS!! SHIRTSM!
QUALITY, fit, and workmanship guaran-
Isk tied, being wholly manufactured by our arts.
ans and seamstresses, on the premises OF the pro.
Prelor,
SIGN or THE SHIRT,
Opposite tie United States Hotel
The reputation which these Shirts have acquired
amongst Members Of Congress and large mum.
ber Of our citizens induces the advertiser 70 in
vite those gentlemen who have not tested them to
give him CALL feeling assured that they will on
trial. admit their superiority. An experienced cut
ter is constantly employed, and good fit is war
ranted in every case. None but the most compe
petent seamstresses are engaged, which is a guar
antee for the exceency and durability of the work
A splendid assortment of Shirts, Collars, DO
SONS, Cravats Handkerchiefs, Suspenders, &c.
constantly on hand.
WIN. II. FAULKNER,
s. side Pa. avenue, bet. and Al streets,
Nov c-eo1y. (m) opposite u. 8. Hotel.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
yT,HE ART UNION OF LONDON. Plan

for the current year. The list is now. open
and every subscriber of s5 so will be entitled TO
I. An impression Of a Plate, by J. L. Willmore,
A. r. A., from the original picture, by y. Chalon,
q. A., A Water Party"
III. A volume containing thirty Wood Engra-
wings, illustrating subjects from Lord byrons
poem Of" Child Harolde !" and
III The chance OF obtaining one Of the Prizes
20 he allotted at the general meeting in April,
which will include
The right 10 select for himself a valuable work
of ar, from one OF the public exhibitions.
Sta,uettes in bronze Of Her Majesty on horse-
back, by T. Tborneycroft
Copies in bronze, from an original Model IN re-
lief by e. Jefferson OF The entry Of the Duke Oh
Wellington into Madrid"
Statnettes in porcelain or parian.
Proof Impressions of large lithograph, by 4. n
Maguire alter the original picture by w. r. rr'th,
r. A., 4" The Three Bows" from Molieres " bonr-
eeois Gentilhomme'
Honorary Secretaries for Washington, Messrs
TAYLOR 81 MAURY, BOOKSELLERS. JAN ~
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
SalisrGILanauns
ENIINE uEIDsIECK s. co. CHAM

~ENTTuNE, HEIDSIECK s. co. CHAM
II naene-The subscribers having been ap-
upoed by Messrs. Heldsieck q Co TO succeed
Mr. Charles Engler, heretofore sole agent IN the
in the United States for the sale Oh their wines,
who this day retires from business, respectfully
call the attention Of the public TO the subJolned
The Messrs. Heidsleck & Co., as set forth there
in, Justly claim TO be alone enabled to send 70 TINS
country the genuine Hedsieck ~ Co. Champagne
under the same name and style as org,naiy nlIo- e
duced into this market, now nearly thirty years,
ago, they being sole propretors OF all the dentcai
VINEYARDS, cellars, &c, which the founders ana
originators of this celebrated brand had owned.
Such being the fact, we need not dwell upon the
superior quality OF their Wines, the Iepulu.on a., a.,
the same among the American public being already
identified with unsurpassed excellence.
We beg particularly 10 notice that their brand
still bears the same name Of Heidsieck % Co., IN
full by which il first became SO favorably known,
being thereby easily distinguished from other slml-
lar marks which have since appeared
NEW YORK, January l, 1854
CRAMER & ABEGG,
Successor to Charles Engler,
and sole importers in the United States.
STANISLAUS MURRAY is our sub-agent Tor
Washington and Georgetown, d. O., and Alex
andria, Va.
CARD.-Upon the dissolution Of the old
firm, Heidsieck 81 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, &C., which the orlgna
partnership had enjoyed
Our new firm are his immediate successors and
sole proprietors this well-known brand.
In order to distinguish the same from limitations
and marks similar 10 our own, which have ap-
peared and may hereafter appear in this market,
tho name of our firm in full will be found on the
labels and around the corks.
RHEIMS, March 5, lS46
Feb S-d2m HElDSlECh U w.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

TTNDER GARMENTS just received.-I
u have just opened full supply of Gentle
mems Under Shirts and Drawers, silk, merlno,
lambswool. Scotch do, Shaker, and Canton Elan.
nels, Sc., which am now prepared 10 dispose OF
at the most reasonable prices.
LANES
Gentlemen's Furnishing Store,
Sn, 20 Penn. avenue, near Al ST.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
oPLENDID PIANos, Great Bargains.-

PLENDID PIANOS, Great Bargains!---
y The subscriber has just received two more OF
those very handsome Rosewood Pianos, iron
frames, seven octaves, which, for richness of tone
and finish, will compare most favoraby with any
other instruments for sale in this District. Those
heretofore sold by the subscriber have given per.
feet satisfaction, and the manufacturer intends TO
put them al such low price 10 place them
means. a
Persons wishing TO purchase a superior and
really reliable Piano OF warranted durability are
respectfully invited TO give these instruments the
most critical examination. They will be disposed
Of on accommodating terms, either for cash or
app owed notes, and in every instance guaranty
will be given.
AS there is growing demand for this particu-
lar manufacture, the subscriber has made arrange
ments tor a constant supply.
Great bargains may expected.
w. C. z.iNTZINGER.
Nov 12--6td
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
RECOMMENDATIONS.

RECOMMENDATIONS.
U. 8. NAVY YARD, GospoRT, Va,
January 20, 1854.
To C. E. Detmod, President ~ J. Zinc Co., ~ Y.
SIR: series of experiments conducted by me,
with the utmost care during the past three years,
upon all the various paints and artificial prepara-
tions for the preservation Of timber, have led me
TO the important discovery that the White Zinc
Paint, manufactured by the New Jersey Zinc Com
pany, serves perfect protection against the
ravages of the marine worm, and the formation or
barnacles whilst no other paint or preparation OF
any kind combines the same protective effect.
am now preparing full report on this impor-
ant subject to the Bureaus of Yards and Docks, at
Washington, and shall send with il a complete Sc
ries of specimens ofwood and metal plates, which
were covered with the different paints and pre-
paratons, and then exposed alike ,r entire
season, in salt water opposite this Il Wy yard all
of which illustrates, in the moststr sicg manner,
the invaluable qualities and decidea Up eriory OF
your White Zinc Paint over ALL. or kinds
paints, especially for marine purposes
You al liberty 10 give full puo--city to the
above stated facts, which are of too much impor-
tance TO be kept from the naval and commercial
world am, respectfully, your obedient servant
JAMES JARVIS,
Inspector U. S. Navy Yard, Gosport, Va.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

NEW YEARS PREsENTs.--M. w.
In GAIT & BRO. will open this day magni6
cent assortment Of Watches, Jewelry. Silver Ware,
and Fancy Goods, suitable for presents to which
they invite the attention ofpurchasers
M. w. GAIT & BROTHER,
Jan 3-3t Penn. sv., betw. 9th and 10th 81
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
rT,O SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF
ii NJ cur nf nj "A MI Ia.

rI,O SENATOR'S AND MEMBERS OF
il the House of Reprcsentatives--Ag gentle
man who has had twenty years experience as a
parliamentary, legal, aud 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 or of any other description. Desiring
some mode of employing those hours until the ad.
iournment of the present session of Congress, he
is perfectly Indifferent to the character of the
writing he may be required TO perform, and will
perform il upon the most reasonable terms Com
municatons addressed to p. B. T., at Mrs. Wards,
corner of Al street and Missouri avenue, will meet
with prompt attention. References Of the highest
order Feb 2-f
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

OFrIcE OF THE N. Y. AND LIVERPOOL U. 8.
Man. STEAMSHIP Co. JAM 81, 1854.
The steamers of this company use exclusively
the Zinc Paint manufactured by the New Jersey
Zinc Company, experience having proved its de-
cided superiority over all other paints.
EDWARD X. COLLINS, Agent.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
. RRiyAL OF NEW ENGLISH Juvenile

~ and oiher Books.-Udds anu EHus ITUIn an
old Drawer, by Werdna Retnyu, M. d.
Pppins and Pies, by Stirling Coyne.
Charade Dramas for the drawing room, b. Anne
Bowman
Pleasures, Objects and Advantages of Lltera-
lure. by The Rev. Robert Ars Willenoit.
Heir of Sewood, by Mrs. Gore.
Matilda Lonsdale or the eldest sister, by
Charlotte Adams.
A Tour round my Garden.
Hidred, the Daughter, by Mrs. Newton Cros
and -
Eastwood Prary, or Mortimer's College Life.
Horses and Hounds, a PRACTICAL treatise on their
management, by "Scrutator."
Outlines of Chemical Analysis, prepared for Inc
Cbemical 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 TA1oh @ MAohio
Ian "a Bookstore, near 9th ST.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
MisffIIansgas.

ZINC PAINTS.--The Subscribers having
II been appointed agents OF the New Jersey Zinc
Company for the sale OF their superior PANTS, are
prepared TO execute orders for any description de-
iivered in Baltimore at the companys prices, and
on the same liberal terms.
The White Paint is warranted pure, and is un.
surpassed by any other article in use. II is sold
either dry or ground in oil.
The Brown Zinc is made only from the New
Jersey Zinc Ores, and is extensively used as a
protection to iron other metallic surfaces. II is
a cheap and economical paint.
The Brown Stone Color is unequalled as dura'
BILE covering for Cottages, Depots, Bridges NC.
The consumption of il is very large, and II has
given entire satisfaction.
All the paints manufactured by the company are
Of the highest excellence, some important improve
ments having recently been discovered and APP
piled in their preparation, and they are warranted
to keep soft and fresh in the kegs any reasonable
length of time. In this respect, they are superior
to any others in market.
JOHN SULLIVAN & SONS, Agents,
Apr 7-d3m No. 2, Camden st., Baltimore.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17
MisfEIIaHknms.
VENERAL AGENCY.-The undersigned

ENERAL AGENCY.--The undersigned
VI most respectfully informs, by this notice, his
friends and the public in general, here and ese,
where, that he has opened an Agency Office for
the prosecution of claims Of every description
against the government before the several depart
ments or Congress; procure pensions, bounty
lands extra pay, and arrearage pay, and WIZ at
tend 10 the buying and selling of real estate, the
renting of houses, and a general collecting busi
ness he will also furnish parties at distance
with such information as they may desire from
the seat of government. Charges will be mode
safe. Office, at present, will be on M near iS'h
rtreet.
REFERENCES
Hon. j. c. Dobbin, SECRETARY of the Navy.
Hon J. Davis, SecretGyy of W1y.
N. Calan, esq. President Of the Board 81 Conn
mon Council
Cen John M. McCala, Ahorney at Lap.
James H. Caustin, esq.
w. G. Reddall, State Department.
SAMUEL g. TAYLOR.
a.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

IENTs, sCARFs. TIES, CRAvATs, &C.
NJ Every variety Of size, style, and shape OF
new and desirable Scarfs, Napoleon Ties, Cra.
watts, &c Of late importation, aud at moderate
prices at STEVENS'S
Dec 7-3tif Salesroom, Browns Hotel,
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

OELECT CLASSICAL and Mathematical
y ScHooL--The subscriber has removed his
school to College Hill, where commodious build
ing is being fitted up for its reception.
As the Preparatory Department of the Colum-
ban College, it will continue to preserve the char
acter Of strictly select school, designed for lay
ing the foundation Of thorough English, Classi-
cal, and Mathematical education. The next ses-
sion will commence on the 18th of September, and
close on the last of June.
Terms: $l2 SO per quarter payable in advance.
AT small additional charge, the students will
be permitted TO attend the Lectures delivered in
College on Chemistry Geology, and Mineraogy,
and also to receive instruction in French and other
Modern Languages by the Professor in that de.
partment.
Pupils may be boarded at the College, underthe
special care and superintendent Of the Principal.
The necessary expenses of full boarding student
will be about $50 per academic year, and OF a
weekly boarder will not exceed $3.50.
GEORGE S. BACON, Principal
Refers 10 the Faculty of the Columbian College |;
Col J. L. Edwards, Col. Peter Force, VIM. Gun
ton Esq; L. d. Gale, M. d., of the Patent Office;
Joseph Wilson, Esq, of the Land Offce and Pro
fessor c. C. Jewett, Of the Smithsonian Institute.
Sep2l-tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

NEW YORK, May 2, IsS3.-The under-
IN signed has this day opened an Office, No. AZ
William street, Merchants ErchangeD for the
transaction of a 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 u. HART.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-17

II AND FOR sALE.--The Subscriber will
dispose OF thirty acres Of land, being part OF his
farm known as Decarlia, situated near the Little
Falls, in Montgomery county, Md, and adjoining
the contemplated water.works. II i an excellent
niece Of land and both from its fertility and To-
calitv ia admirably suited for market garden.
Apply TO the undersigned, or TO his overseer on
the farm. uo-,
Sent 17-tf On II between 18th and goth sts