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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1855-05-21

miles, and projects were devised for carving . al.
graph arcund by way OF Greenland and Icsla1d. a.,
heee doubts now 81. at rect by rcen. esps-ner,,
OF Prot. Faraday. he declares the thing r-.rse,,l-
Practicable. Tic oaly drawback 10 his ha3pisss. =
Tie discovery was that Il would occupysa appNciShs
tlc M The passage. lie seemed az this little disar
pointed. When asked how long /, would take "a
" pass from London 70 New-York - he answered
possibly one second. This il not quite as cai.k ;.
We expected, but on the who!c we think that VIII "a,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

OFFICE OF THE METROPOLITAN RAILROAD CO.,
GEORGETOWN DIsT OF Col, Dec. 90, 1854.
EALED PROPOSAL FOR THE
~ Grading, Masonry, and Bridging of forty three
and halt (43Dmes of this road will be received al
the Office of the Company until three o'clock, p. m.
on the 18th day OF February next
The maps, profes, plans, and specifications
will be ready for inspection on and after the 5th
day Of February.
THE METROPOLITAN RAILROAD is designed 10
extend from the cities of Washington and George
town TO the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad by an
easy and direct route, connecting with the latter
road east of the Point of Rocks on the Potomac
river, and making saving Of distance on the first
ninety miles of the present travelled route from
the Capitol to the Western and Northwestern
States Of forty five miles
Proceeding from the point OF intersection with
the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad the route ex-
tends TO the City of Frederick, and, passing
through the richest agricultural districts OF Mary
land, terminates in the City of Hagerstown, where
it connects with lines of railroads now in operation
extending to Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania Gen.
trail Railroad, etc.
The portion OF the road for which proposals are
now invited, extends from the westerly line Of the
District of Columbia Ga miles from Georgetown)
TO the City of Frederick Proposals will be re-
ceiyed for the work IN sections of one mile each,
or Tor the entire distance OF fortythree and halt
miles.
The work is generally of medium character
for this part OF the country, with some heavy cut
ting lin earth and rock) and bridging and every
facility exists for prosecuting il vigorously and
with economy at all seasons Of the year The
country is elevated and rolling, well watsred, and
remarkably healthy.
The time conditioned for tho completion of the
contracts will be from one 10 two years.
Any further information desired by persons pro-
posing for the work, will be furnished at the Office
or may be had by addressing the President of the
Company by letter, prior TO the day of letting.
BY order of the Board Of Directors
FRANCIS DODGE, President
EDMUND FRENCH, Chief Engineer
Dec 0Q-OautS,h
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
How Abernenthy got Married.

Have l mentioned the recent death Of the
widow of the late John Abernenthy, the great
surgeon? She was well on to eighty. There is
"a story of the way in which Abernenthy got
this woman to marry him. Once upon q time
he went to church, and was shown into pew
where there were two ladies. He had no
prayer-book, and the lady handed him one.
They walked ont Of the pew together, and found,
at the porch, that it was raining heavily.
Abernenthy offered TO take them home in his
carriage, which was waiting. They had some
chat in the course Of which it came ont that
they were mother and daughter, not very well
of, and widow and daughter Of an officer in the
army. Abernenthy set them down at their
humble dwelling. As he stood at their table
he handed his card to the daughter, and said:
"Young lady, am Mr.. Abernenthy, the sur
geon. have never married, for ! never could
spare the time. should like to marry you.
II you would have the goodness to write me a
line on Tuesday, saying whether you will have
me, shallcal the next day and take you to
church" He could only spare fifteen minutes
in the house; and, when he came ont, was the
accepted Of very pretty woman. They were
married on the Tuesday, and he drove home
with her to the stately mansion, of which she
thus became mistress. "My dear" said he,
after he had introduced her to some of his
friends assembled to receive her, lyon must
excuse me until o'clock, for have to give
my lecture at Bartholomew Hospital, which /
cannot omit on any account" They were
very happy couple; and when Abernenthy died,
in 1881, his widow came in for all his wealth,
estimated at something like fl00,000.--Lon-
don Sunday Times.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
House of REPRESENTATIVES,.

The SPEAKER laid before the House letter
from the Hon. Rufus Choate, resigning his Office
as one Of the Regents Of the Smithsonian Insti-
tution lie states that he has not taken this step
because OF a loss of interest in its affairs, but, in
part, because Of personal Inconvenience expert
enced IN attending 10 the business, and more par
llcuiarly, because Of the recent action of the
Board, departing from what he conceived TO be
the principles specified in the law establishing the
institution.
Mr.. MEACHAM offered resolution that the
letter OF the Hon. Rufus Choate, resigning his
place as Regent Of the Smithsonian Institution,
be referred 10 a select committee of five mem
bers, and printed, and that said committee be
directed to inquire and report to the House,
whether the Smithsonian Institution has been
managed, and its funds expended, in accordance
with the law establishing the Smithsonian Insti-
tuition and whether any additional legislation is
necessary to carry out the designs of its founder,
aud that the said committee have power TO send
Tor persons and papers.
Mr.. ENGLISH felt constrained TO object 10 the
resolution; and moved that it and the letter Of
Mr. Choate be laid on the table but the motion
dld not prevail-yeas 81, nays Sd.
Under the operation of the previous question,
the resolution was adopted-yeas 90, nays 81.
The House resolved itself into a Committee Of
the Whsle on the state of the Union, Mr.. Oar in
the chair, and resumed the consideration Of the
Pacific Raiload bill.
Mr.. LETCHER withdrew the motion which he
made yesterday, 10 lay the bill on the table.
The CHAIRMAN announced that the substi-
tute OF Mr.. DUNBAR was now before the COM
mittee.
Various amendments were offered, debated in
five minutes speeches, and severaly rejected.
Pending motion by Mr.. WHEELER TO strike
out the enactng clause the bill, the Committee
rose,
And the House adjourned
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
Two Girls EIoped with Indians.

The Columbus Fact states that recently a
band Of Indians gave performances in Somerset,
Ohio, and that two girls, sisters, were so capt..
waited with the "dance and the whoop Of these
sons Of nature" that they asked permission to
accompany them, which being CALAMITY granted,
they proceeded as far as Putnam where they
were overtaken by the mother of the girls, spry
widow, who called on the police to aid her in
recovering her wild-going daughters. But alas
for woman's resistance TO loves appeals when
pressed in that eloquence and with those signs
Of natural affection and simplicity which those
native sons Of the forest could bring to beari
After little "talk," and a private interview
with the chiefs, the mother discharged the
police, and made third "willing heart" to
follow the Indian "men" to their western camp.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

TOHN III. BUTHMANN, Importer and
u Dealer I'm Wine, Brandy, Cigars, &c.
Pennsylvania avenue south eide, between Four
andaHalf and Sixth streets, has received his full
stock and assortment Of the above, consisting in
part Of
Madeira, Sherry, Port Of various grades, Cham
payne, in quarts and pinis, different brands.
great variety Of Rhine Wine, some OF il
sparkling
Also, ST. Peray sparkling red and white Claret
at prices from SO so per dozen TO the highest
order.
And numerous other kinds OF Wine.
Also, very superior Cognac, pale and dark;
Scheidam Gin, Jamaica Rum, fine old Whis.
key, Irish Malt, Cordals, and Havana Cigars.
Dec 20--2tawif5w
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ConarfssionaI.
THIRTY-THIRD CONGRESS.
senate-wednesday, January II, 1855
SECOND SESSION.

Senate-Wednesday, January II, 1856.
On motion Of Mr.. BAYARD, the Senate took
up the bill for the enlargement of the General
Post Office building by the addition Of wings, and
the erection Of the fourth section, from Seventh
TO Eighth streets. II is designed, in the extended
building, 10 accommodate the City Post Office, the
departmental and Congressional business Of which
gives II national character. In the interior Of
the building courtyard is TO be arranged, into
which the mail cars can enter, and receive and
discharge their freight with perfect security.
The bill was amended, and so passed, appro-
priating three hundred thousand dollars for the
commencement of the work; that being consid-
cred as much as can be expended during the next
fiscal year.
On the motion of Mr.. WELLER, Friday of each
week was set apart for the consideration Of pri-
vale bills, Ia preference to other business.
The remainder Of the days session was con-
sumed In the consideration Of the bill to increase
the compensation OF members Of Congress and
Judges Of the Supreme Court.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
DARKER,s FANCY sToRE.-we ar

DARkER'S FANCY STORE.-We are
j just receiving full supply of goods suitable
for the present season and approaching holydays,
choice and very desirable, and that selling
very low prices; among which in Lubin's ex-
tracts
Jockey Club, Musk, Jassamin. Vioette.
Hehotrope, Ess Boqueti, and sixty other odors
I0tlsts Soaps.
gross of Lows brown Windsor Soap.
do. Of Cleaver's Honey Soap.
Tailor's transparent Wash Balls, &c.
Combs, Iiair, Tooth, and NaiL6rushes.
100 patterns Of English, French and American
Hair Brushes.
Shell Dressing Combs.
lndian-rubber Dressing Combs.
English Horn and Buffalo Combs.
PARKER'S Fancy and Perfumery Store,
Dec 7-3teo Under National Hotel.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

UNDEnSi9NED WOufd 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, &c.
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 I'D wageolw
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Mt EW YEARS PREsENTs.--M. w.
IN CALF ~ BRO. will open this day "a magnif-
cent assortment Of Watches, Jewciry, Silver Ware,
and Fancy Goods, suitable for presents, 10 which
they invite the attention ofpurcbssers.
M. w. GAIT 81 BROTHER,
Jan 3--3t Penn. av., betw. 9th and 10th SITS
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
OPLENDIp PIANOS. creat Rareains,

SNDiD FhANOS, Sreat barga1ns!-
~ The subscriber has Just received two more Of
those very handsome Rosewood Pianos, iron
frames seven octaves, which, for richness or tone
and finish, viii compare most favorably 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 at such a low price ms TO place than
within the reach Of every family Of moderate
means.
Persons wishing TO purchase superior and
really reliable Piano of warranted durability are
respectfully invited 10 give these instruments the
most critical examination. They will be disposed
of on accommodating terms, either for cash or
approved notes, and in every instance guaranty
will be given.
AS there is a growing demand for this particu-
lar manufacture, the subscriber has made arrange
ments Tor constant supply.
Great bargains may tie expected.
w. @. ZANTZINGER.
Nov 12--6td
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

That recently much talked-ofaffair, the Cal.
ico Party" for the relief of the poor Of the Five
Points Mission, came off last evening, being
given by Mrs. Conan, Of No. 220 Fourth street.
There were about 400 persons present-about
an equal number of either sex-from the most
fashionable circles of society in the city; and,
together with dancing, tete-atetes, and feastinp,
the occasion was one Of animated enjoyment.
The dresses of the ladies were only remarkable
for their plainness and neatness, while iewelry
was almost wholly discarded. As far as we OBJ.
served, of all the ladies present. only one made
her appearance out of calico. The dresses
we're Of every conceivable color and pattern
within the limits of good taste, and their make
up exhibited the art of the modiste to advan-
tage. In none did we see any attempt at dis
play, either in the fashion Of the dress or its
adjoining, but each seemed TO vie with the
other in the neatness of their draping. As
these dresses are to be distributed to the DOOR
through the agency of Mr.. Pease, we may hope
that their future wearers will endeavor to pre-
serve not only the neatness of their attire, but
a comeliness of person and manner correspond
ing Herewith. Many of the gentlemen were
attired in clothes suitable for distribution
among the poor"--an evidence we take it, that
this was their intention.
The occasion was altogether very pleasant
one, and rendered the more so by its charitable
object. II will long be remembered, not only
by the participants in the festivities, but by the
poor benefcaries, who will doubtless offer up
many heartfelt prayer for the kind lady who
adopted this plan for doing good.--N 7. ri
Lune.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

MY COURTSHIP AND ITS CONsE-
Qxl QUENCES, by Henry Wikoff, the History
and Poetry of Finger Rings, BY Charles Edwards !;
The World Workshop, by Ewbank; The New
Congressional Directory. On sale at
TAYLOR 81 MAURYS
Jan. Is. Bookstore near 9th At.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

NEW Sose.-George p. Morris has been wri.
ting new song. We make room for enc verse as
a sample
"Jeannie Marsh of Cherry Valley,
In whose name the muses. rally;
vi all the nine none so divine
aslesnnie Marsh of Cherry Valley.
sylvan nymph with queenly grace,
"a AN angel she in every feature;
Inc sweet expression OF the place,
dlmple in the smile Of Nature,
JEANNE Marsh OF Cherry Valley.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
rTN HE FAILURE Of Free society.-Soci-
i ology for the South, or the Failure Of Free
Society, by George Fitzhugh. On sale at
TAYLOR a. MAURy'S
Jan. 10 Book Store, near 9th street.

OUTDOORS at Idlewild; or, the sha-
" ping Of a Home on the banks Of the Hudson,
by N. p. Willis.
Maxims Of Washington political, social, moral,
and religious, collected by DR.. Shredder.
This, That, and the Other, by Ellen L. Chandler.
The Rural Wreath; or, Life among the Flow
ers, by Laura Greenwood
Beautiful Bertha, new story, by Mrs Tuthill.
Only Dandelion, and other Stories, by the au-
thor Of Flower of the Family.
Pray and Work, then God will help, series Of
Story Books for Children, by Sarah A. Myers.
The Wanderers by Sea and Land, with other
Tales, by Peter Farley
Faggots for the Preside, or Fact and Fancy, by
Peter Farley.
A Winter Wreath OF Summer Flowers, by s. @.
Goodrich.
We are now receiving our stock of Family and
Pocket Bibles, Prayer Books, superbly bound
copies of the Poets, and other standard and illus
trated works for the hoydays.
GRAY 81 BALLANTYNE,
Dec 3-3t Booksellers, 496 7lh ST.
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CLOTHING.
A Complimentary Card and Invit alton TO
the Public.

the Public.
ssVXTHEN HAVE EARNED ONE HUM
wv DRIED DOLLARS OF MY OWN
MONEY, will trade on one hundred dollars,
and when ! have earned one thousand dollars,
/ will trade upon one thousand dollars, and
SO increase my business and capital in proper
ton" ] will never take credit or give my own
promise to pay notes, but will pay cash for all my
goods when purchased. will keep down my ex-
penses, and will not pay high, enormously high
rents, nor live above my income, and will deal
fairly with all men. Maxims like these and for
mer experience in the wholesale and retail manu-
featuring, as well as the import and export trades
during these last five and twenty years, have en-
abled GEORGE p. FOX, u. S. A., U. S. ~. Tailor,
and pInventeur des Nodes 10 progressively rise
from the humble rank Of selling one vest pattern
in Wall street q few years ago, TO be tie present
S way. opposite fs''' street. NJ. 81 BROAD
Il is also equally true that with money, cash in
hand, FOX-GEORGE P. FOX-has, during the
past few months, made extensive purchases, at
ruinously low prices, of fine
CLOTHS, FASHIONABLE yEsTINGs,
CASsIMEREs,
and other articles connected with the Tailoring
Business, on importation, and from respectable
city merchants, who are in want of discounted
money at any price or loss, owing 10 an over
stocked market and the circumstances of hard
times, "a. d. l654)
FOX-GEORGE p. Rockville most thankful
to the public for the liberal patronage received
still maintains his reputation for at all times sell
ing the most fashionable Of CUSTOM Pattern, and
Correct Fitting,
READY MADE GARMENTS.
Dress, Frock Coats, Overcoats Vests, Pantaoons
Cloths, Cassmeres, Velvet Vestings, &c, Sc. and
is determined not 10 be outdone in liberaty of
dealing undersold by the least nor the biggest
house in the trade. He is also equally determined,
TO the best of his ability, TO employ meritorious
laboring class Of Journeymen Tailors and others
who are suffering dreadful privatons for want of
employment, and therefore offers, on and after
this date until The beginning of the year 1855 the
resources Of his magnificent Tailoring Establish
ment, free of profit on the cost Of all his goods,
combined with his own gratutous services, 10 his
friends and the public, to be considered as sort
of present
HOLIDAY OR NEW YEARS GIFT
exampleizng wealthy gentlemen, United States
Departments, the Executive, Officers ofthe Army
and Navy, Bankers, Foreigners Citizens, the pres
ent imperative duty of solvent tradesmen and
merchants 10 employ their fellow n aid and
assist the inauguration OF better state Of trade
all over the world from the commencement Of the
New Year, one thousand eight hundred and ffiy-
five. | am fellow-citizens, representing one OF
the links Of Commerce) yours truly, ever grateful
and obliged,
GEORGE P. FOX,
g. United States Leader of Fashions,
), ... ."s Headquarters, No. 32l Broadacay,
s.:L.s: GEORGE p. FOX.
4 =. .....S Dec 49,
n 1rT1y no
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

AXE MOTTO E.--Housekeepers and
u others are reminded that the following list OF
articles are Of the very best description, and can
be purchased from the subscriber on rs 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
EartheEware, 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. 8. WHITTLESEY,
7th street,
Opposite Selden & Withers's Bank.
Mar l6 (Star)
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I'D ARIsH and other Pencillings, by Kir-
l wan, author Of Letters to Bishop Hughes,
komsnism al Home, &c. Harpers Story Books,
by Jacob Abbott, price IS cents.
just received. n. FARNHAM.
Dec. IS
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

VARIETY BOOT AND SHOE STORE.
II AIDES ALPINE BOOTS.--Just re-
IL ceived superior lot of Ladies' Black and
Brown Alpine Boots, together with large and
general assortment of Ladies, Gents, Misses,
Boys, Youths and Children's Boots and Shoes
for sale by GEO. BURNS,
$40 Pennsylvania avenue,
Adjoining Pattersons Drug Store.
Dec tNews.)
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VARIETY BOOT AND SHOE STORE.
nUILTED BOTTOM and PATENTLEA-
\ok 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 TO have
them made Of the best material and workmans hip.
Purchasers will find II to their advantage 10 give
him CALL
GEO. BURNS,
$40 Pennsylvania avenue,
Adjoining Patterson's drugstore.
Dec News
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

NOTES of NJ. Bernard's Lectures OH the
IN Blood, with an Appendix, by Walter F. At
lee, M ID.
Things as they are in America, by William
Chambers.
Harper's Magazine for November. For sale by
Nov a FARNHAM.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

ID EADY MADE OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
N Of Congress wishing 10 provide themselves
with Superior Garments for the Winter, will fine
an elegant assortment at
WALL a. STEPHENS,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18

DREsERVEs, JAMS, JELLIES, AND
I Marmalade, &C., viz;
Peaches. Ounces, Damsons, Blackberries,
Strawberries and Raspberries, and Pine
Apple Preserves.
Black Currant Jellies, in half and one-pound
jars.
Red Currant Jelies, in half pint and quart
jars.
Grape, Ounce, Grab Apple, and Plums.
Pine Apple and Grab Apple Marmalades.
Peaches and Pine Apple in cans, Theoretically
sealed, Jellies.
Pine Apple, Peaches, Green Cages, preserved
in brandy.
These Preserves, Jelies, &C., are of the best
quality, put up TO our order for our sales.
SHEKELL BROTHERS,
No. 40, opposite Centre Market.
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lett GOODs.-I have Just received
u good supply, which | will sell at importers
prices, at AS, Pennsylvania avenue.
Dec 16 H. o. HOOD.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-18
The New York and Liverpool United States
Mall Steamers.

Mall Steamers.
The ships comprising this line are
The Atlantic. Captain West.
The Pacific captain Nye.
The Baltic. Captain Comstock.
4 - These ships having been built by
~ q contract, expressly for government
service, every care has been taken
in Their construction, as also in their engines, 10
insure strength and speed, and their accommo-
datons for passengers are uneqnalled for ele-
gance and comfort.
Price Of passage from New York TO Liverpool
in first cabin. .$l3O
In second cabin, $75. Exclusive use Of extra sized
state rooms .$32o
From Liverpool to New York 80 and 90 guineas
An experienced Surgeon attached TO each ship.
/ No berth secured until paid for
Proposed DATES OF SAILING:
From Nesc York. From Liverpool
Wedday. Dec. ~, 1854 Saturday. Dec. 10, 1854
Wedday. Jan. 10, 1855 Saturday. Dec 80, 1854
Wedday. Jan. "a, 1855 Saturday. Jan. 13, 1855
Wedday. Feb. :, 1888 Saturday. Jan. 81 1893
Wedday. Feb q, 1893 Saturday. Feb 10, 1899
f0' freight q pEss DWaR sRp1 K e collins
No. So Wall street, N. Y.
BROWN, SIMPLIFY = Co..,
RIG. ROBERTS & Co,
u Kings Arms Yard, London.
Paris.
GEO. H. DRAPER, Havre.
The owners of these ships will not be accounta-
BILE for gold, silver, bullion, specie, jewelry, pre-
cious stones, or metals, unless bills Of lading are
signed therefor, and the value thereof therein ex.
pressed. Jan 3-dtf
TONSERVE and Preserved Ginger and
~ Chow-Chow, Attea and Choong Loong, Can
ton, fresh importation. For sale by
SHEKEIL BROTHERS,
No. 40, opposite the Centre Market.
Dec Q2-2fif