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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
! GENCY AT wAsHINGToN.--To

~ Claimants.-FRANCIS A. DICKINS con-
tinues to undertake the agency of claims before
Congress and other branches Of the government,
including commissioners under treaties, and the
various public Offices He viii attend 10 pre-
emption and other land claims, the procuring 81
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
Tor Virginia bounty land warrants, and the confr-
nation by Congress Of grants and claims TO lands,
claims for properly lost in taken for the service
OF the United States; property destroyed by the
Indians, or while in the possession of the United
States; invalid, revolutionary, navy, widows, and
halfpay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
vices, whether for commutation, halfpay, or
bounty lands; also, claims for extra and back pay,
&c. OF soldiers sailors ant marines as well those
against the State Of Virginia the United States;
all claims growing out Of contracts with the gov
ernment for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct of the government and, in
deed any business before Congress or the public Of.
fces which may require the aid of agent attor-
new His charges will be moderate, and depend
ing upon the amount OF the claim and the extent
of the service.
Mr. + A. Dickns is known TO most ofthose who
have been in Congress within the last few years,
or who have occupied any public attention at
Washington.
His Office is on fifteenth street, opposite TO the
Treasury Department, and next door to the Bank
Of the Metropolis
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 23-lyd (m)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
HIsToE
OF DEMOCRACY In THE UNITED STATES.
BY the Author Of the Republic OF tho
United States, &C.

VNHIS important work is now in press, the first
volume of which will be issued early in the
autumn of 1854
The publication of this work will be continued
by the subscribers and in due time they will pub
ish in the several States complete list ofagents,
who will be prepared to furnish copies promptly
in every part of the Union.
That the author may have ample time to prepare
his work according to his views Of completeness;
that the publishers may be enabled 10 issue the
numbers with promptness and at stated periods,
thereby protecting the interest of their agents. The
following arrangement is announced in the full
confidence that il will prove acceptable TO ALL viz:
To stereotype the next six numbers, making ten
in all thus completing the first volume before any
more are pubiished
The numbers will then be issued monthly, with
out interruption, to the end Those who prefer
the volume bound will be accommodated without
extra charge for binding and fhe numbers already
published, from one to four will be taken in part
paw if not injured al their full cost TO subscribers
In announcing this unavoidable delay for few
months the publishers are not unmindful OF the
earnest desire Of many speedily TO possess the
work The necessity of accommodating the au-
thor, whose labors are incessant, will appear OBJ
vious 10 all without particular explanation.
DAYTON g. WENTWORTH,
Publishers, Sc Washington ST., Boston.
Mar 1S-tH
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
KE OTTO E.
NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.

NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.
~ w. BROWNING, MERCHANT TAILOR,
under the United States Hotel, would re-
snecifully inform his customers and the public
generally that he has just received New Fa!i and
Winter Goods, in great variety. such as Ciotns,
Cassmeres, and Vestings, OF the latest imPorta-
ton, and is prepared to have them made up at
the shortest notice, in the most fashionable man
uer and at low rates Of prices.
Having made arrangements TO go INTO the
Ready y-made Clothing business" extensively TINS
season, he feels confident that he can offer TO
those wishing 10 purchase stock of Cothing,
moi inferior 10 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, al
low rates of prices. He is enabled, therefore, TO
compete with northern work in point of prices
and as TO quality and style, he will leave for those
who favor him with call 10 Judge.
He can sell whole suits, Coat Pants, and Vest,
al the following low rates:
Good suit for business purposes, out OF cloth or
CASHMERE for the small sum OF. .......- %
Dress and Frock Goats, from. $50 10 So
Oyer-coats Of different styles, from. Sl2 TO 40
Black and fancy Pantaloons, from.o..$3 50 to Sl0
Silk and velvet Vests, from. .......S2 90 to 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-such gloves, cravats collars,
umbrellas, &c.
Sole agent for the sale of SCOTS Report Of
Fashions in this city.
Sept l4-tf
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
GREAT WESTERN MAIL ROUTE.
1IXTY MILES DISTANCE SAVED to

y CHICAGO AND ST. LOUIS. The Michi-
gan Southern and Northern Indiana Railroad
Line, carrying the Great Western United States
Through Mail, have the following staunch first
class steamers running on Lake Erie in connec
tisn with the New York and Erie railroad from
Dunkifk, touching at Cleveland, and connecting
with their road al Toledo, and connecting directly
with the Chicago and Rock Island railroads al
Chicago, in the same depot, thus forming daily
line for passengers and freight from New York to
the Mississippi river. Niagara, Captain Miller
Empire, Captain Mitchell; keystone State, Capt.
Richards Louisiana, Captain Davenport Also,
a Daily Line from Buffalo direct 10 Monroe by
those well-known magnificent Floating Palaces,
Empire State, J. Wilson, Commander, leaves
Iufalo Mondays and Thursdays; Southern Michi-
gan, A. d. Perkins, Commander, leaves Buffalo
Tuesdays and Fridays; Northern Indiana, l. T.
Pheatt, Commander, leaves Buffalo Wednesdays
and Saturdays.
One of the above splendid steamers will leave
the Michigan Southern Railroad Line Dock al
o'clock, p. IN every day, Except Sundays and
run direct through to Monroe, without landing, in
IA hours, where the Lightning Express Train will
be in waiting to take passengers direct TO Chicago
in S hours, and arriving next evening after leaV-
ing Buffalo.
Running time from New York 10 Buffalo, four
teen hours.
Running time from Buffalo TO Monroe, fourteen
hours.
Running time from Monroe 10 Chicago, eight
hours. Total ihirty-six hours.
Connecting at Chicago with fine line OF low
pressure steamboats, 10 all places north OF Chicago
10 Green Bay; also with Chicago and Rock Island
Railroad 10 La Sale, and there connect with I'LL
nois River Line OF Steamboats,, or Express Train
Of Illinois Central and Chicago and Mississippi
Railroads, or connecting at Rock Island with reg
uIar line of steamers for all points above and be-
low making the cheapest and most direct route TO
ST Louis, Rock Island, Minnesota, and the Great
West
The American Lake Shore Railroads from Buff
falo and Dunkirk connect with this line at Toledo,
forming the only direct and continuous line OF
railroads from the Atlantic Seaboard TO the Valley
of the Mississippi Running time to Chicago, 80
hours; TO ST. Louis So hours.
Four Daily Trains, by railroad, all the way.
Two Daily Lines, by steamers, on Lake Erie.
Thus the traveller and shipper can see al a
glance that no other line enter the lists as CON-
petitors.
Passengers ticketed through from New York
with privilege Of stopping over at any point on the
route and resumiDg seats at leisure, either by the
New York and Erie Railroad, via Dunkirk New
York and Erie and Buffalo and New York City
Railroad via Buffalo; Peoples Line OF Steamboats,
Hudson River or Harlem and New York Central
| Railroads via Albany and Buffalo.
For any further information, through tickets, OF
| freight apply a. the Companys Office, No. lss
| Broadway, corner Of Dey street, New York, TO
JOHN F. PORTER, General Agent, or
L. =. DUNTON, Ticket Agent.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13

y ScHooL---The subscriber has removed his
school TO College Hill, where a commodous build
ing is being fitted up for its reception.
As the Preparatory Department of the Colum-
bian College, il will continue to preserve the char
acter of a strictly select school, designed for lay
ing the foundation of a 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: S12 SO per quarter, payable in advance.
At small additional charge the students will
be permitted 10 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, under the
special care and superntendence Of the Principal.
The necessary expenses Of a full boarding student
will be about $50 per academic year. and Of a
weekly boarder will not exceed $3.50.
GEORGE 8. BACON, Principal.
Refers to the Faculty of the Columbian College
Col j. L. Edwards, Gel. Peter Force, Vim. Gun.
ton, Esq. L. d. Gale, M. D., Of the Patent Office;
Joseph Wilson, ESQ, of the Land Office; and Pro
lessor c. C. Jewett, of the Smithsonian Institute
Sepsl-tf
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
MisteIIankGns.
rJ,o ALL WHO HAVE CLAIMS TO COL

IL lect.---l am again Collector in Fairfax county,
Virginia, for two years from this day. My official
bond, with ample security, was given at June
court 10Th June. l intend to devote my attention
entirely to my business. From my long experi.
ence in my business, acquaintance with the peo-
pie, and faithful discharge of my duties heretofore,
| am induced TO solicit portion OF the public col
lections from those who intend 10 place their
claims in the hands of an officer or agent. will
take claims on any persons in my county for any
amounts, and, ifjustifed, will attend 10 the coec-
tons of claims in the adjoining counties.
IF any reference is wanting, would refer TO the
clerks Of my county and the attorneys of the bar
here. All communications must be post paid.
Claims out of the State should be fully anthenii-
Gated before sent 10 me for collection; l will col
lect in my official capacity or as agent, as may be
requested; il. officer, charge legal fee only,
and which if 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 al TO secure the debt.
SPENCER JACKSON,
Fairfax courthouse, Virginia.
Sept l2-1m
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
WEEKLY PAPER.--The pu

w EEhLr fAFEn.--hne pub
- Usher OF this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year 1854 a combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
of the Philadelphia weeklies. Among the new
features will be new and brilliant series Of org.
nal romances by George Lippard, entitled Legends
OF the Last Century. All who have read Mr. Lip
pard's celebrated Legends of the American Revo-
luton" published for fifty-.ix consecutive weeks
in the Saturday Courier, will find these pictures
Of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brilliancy of his previous produc-
tions The first of series of original novellettes
called Morris HaSley, or the Knights the Mystic
Valley, by Harrison w. Ainsworth is about to,
commenced. Il will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravngs, and its startling incidents
cannot fail to elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist, and author OF
Viola, etc, etc, is also engaged TO furnish bril-
liant novelette, 10 follow the above. Mrs. Mary
Andrews benson, author of Home Pictures, Pa
tience Worthngtou and her Grandmother, etc,
will continue splendid domestic novelette,, en-
titled the Old Ivy Grove, and III. G. Watson an
illustrated story called the Two Edged knife--a
graphic picture of early life in Old Kentucky. To
these will be added original contributions and
lections from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentz, Clara
Clarville Lille Lberne, Mrs. Stowe Grace Green.
wood, and other distinguished writers; the news
of the day graphic editorials fuii reports OF the
provision, money, and stock markets, letters from
travellers at home and abroad, etc, etc.
Terms-One copy one year 50; two copies one
year SO four copies one year So; nine copies one
year, and one TO the getter up of the club, $40 I;
twenty copies one year and one TO the gstter up
Of the club, $40.
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No. Ill Chestnut ST., Philadelphia.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
= W. BRWNING, Merchant Tailor,

under the United States Hotel, having en-
iarged and improved his store, would now respect
fully call the attention of citizens, and strangers
visiting Washington, to his well-selected stock Of
French and English cloths, cassimeres, and vest
ngs, of the newest and most elegant styles OF
goods from the New York market.
Having had twenty years experience in the
purchase of goods from the best importing houses
in the United States, with such advantages as vii
enable him to offer them TO the public on such
terms as viii give entire satisfaction to the pur
chasers and, in view of increasing his business
he has purchased an unusual large stock OF goods
such as viii defy competition for their beauty
style, and cheapness.
All he asks is call before you purchase else
where and he will convince you that you will
save your money by so doing. suit of othss
can be made up in the most elegant style at twelve
hours notice.
Superior Ready-made Clothing.
| have on hand a superior assortment of ready
made clothing, of my own work made up IN the
most fashionable manner such as overcoats in
various styles, frock and dress coats, and also
pants and vests, which will be sold al much less
price than work made 10 order
NIB. Sole agent for Scott's report OF Fashions
or the District.
Oct. l5-6m. (m)
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
49, CHEAP AND PLEASANT

,nssssseEss77s5 nsssesSEs7s5 excursions daily throughout the
wear by the Steamer BALTIMORE, to and from
Aqua Creek with dinner included, for 81 only.
To families and others desirous of recreation
and change Of scene, no better opportunity can
offer for such indulgence than is now daily af
forded by the regular trips of the splendid and
commodous Steamer Baltimore 10 Aqua Greek
and back TO Washington between the hours OF 63
a. m. and q p. m.
Fare for the round trip, including good dinner
~ board, So only.
For further information apply to Captain d.
Peck, on board, or To
GEORGE MATTINGLY
Agent of the line in Washington.
July lS-d2ms
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
T1oR LEAsE.-The National Theatre in

EOR LEAsE.-The National Theatre In
I the city Of Washington, for the ensuing sea-
son, or for term of years. The National Theatre
is one of the largest in the world, and yet every
meritorious attraction can f II.
With the alterations and improvements con
templated, it will be- in every respect desirable
establishment.
II a suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accede to the following arrange
men.
The entire receipts TO be distributed thus; The
current expenses the salaries Of the members
the rent. All surplus to be divided among the
members of the company, in the proportion OF
their respective salaries. The Proprietor would
have no claim for rent until after payment Of cur
rent expenses and salaries.
The proprietor would like, therefore, 10 receive
communications, with particulars, from parties In.
clined to this mode of action. The purpose oi
the Proprietor is 10 secure the best talent by pay
ing to il all the profits. Every letter received will
be known to the Proprietor alone, who will moi
feel himself at liberty TO reveal the name Of any
party addressing him on this subject.
Al communications prepaid, and addressed
" to the Proprietor Of the National Theatre, bo,
2i2, Washington city, ID, @.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
THE MISSISSIPPI AND ATLANTIC
CONNECTEDl


UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE!
ONLY Sc HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
YORK, AND SO HOURS TO CINCINNTI,i
CHICAGO & MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
~ The only Railroad Route from the Lososr
Mississippi to The Atlantic,
TIME FROM ST. LOUIS TO CHICAGO ONLY 20 HoURsl
sK- The Steamer WlNCHESTERle leaves
EIssssssszzzC the Alton wharf boat at st. Louis,
daily Sundays excepted) at O'clock a. m. and
the REINDEER leaves the Alton wharf boat al
st. Louis daily at $50, p. m.
The steamers connect at Alton (only 25 miles
from st. Lous) with express trains for
SPRINGFIELD, BLOOMINGTON, LASALLE,
CHICAGO, AND THE EASTERN CITIES.
Passengers leaving ST. Louis by the steamer
Winchester at 2, a. m, take the cars at Alton at
10, a. m, and arrive at Chicago the next morning
in time to take the earliest morning trains going
east.
Passengers leaving st. Louis by the Reindeer
ut $50, p. M, take the cars at Alton Saturday
cepted) at 9 p. m, in time for the evening trains
rest
This line via Chicago and Mississippi, Illinois
Central and Chicago and Rock Island, or Chicago
and Aurora railroads, connects with all the rail-
roads at Chicago, and affords the most speedy
route from ST. Louis 10 points on the Mississippi
river, at and above the Upper Rapids, as well as
10 points on the Illinois river at and above Pekin.
The trans OF the g. and M. railroad connect at
Carlinville, Virdcn, Springfield, and Bloomington,
with good Stage Lines for Hillsboro', Waverly,
Danville, Terre-Haute, Pekin, and Piona, and also
with the Great Western Railroad al Springfield,
with the Great Western Railroad for Jacksonville,
and Decatur, and al Bloomington with the Illinois
Central Railroad for Lasalle.
nA- THROUGH TICKETS, and Tickets 10
Chicago, can be had at the Offices of the Michigan
Southern, the Michigan Central, and the New
York and Erie railroads, ST. Louis.
&R- TICKETS TO CHICAGO and all the in
termed ate places, can be had at the wharf boat
and on the railroad packets, and at the Offices OF
the Chicago and Mississippi, Illinois Central, and
Chicago and Rock Island railroads.
Z. HEATING, Supt C. & M. R. r.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK
Pianos and Melodeons for Cash.

"ORACE WATERS, the great Music and
II Piano Forte dealer, 333 Broadway, New
York prefering 10 share a large per cent. with his
customers, rather than pay il TO the sharpers OF
Wall street, to raise available means TO enable him
10 stem the present tight times, offers his immense
assortment OF elegant and warranted Pianos and
Melodeons at large discount from factory prices,
for cash. His assortment comprises Pianos from
three of the largest and most celebrated Boston
manufactures also those Of several OF the best
New York makers, including the beautiful and
much admired Horace Waters Pianos from his
own factory, and Melodsons Of the best Boston
New Haven, New York, and Buffalo makes al
fordng an opportunity for selections not TO be had
elsewhere Each instrument warranted. Second
hand Pianos at great bargains-prices from $50 e
u Sl60. Music and musical instruments OF al
kinds. Dealers, teachers, and heads OF schools
supplied on the best terms. Music sent by mail
post paid. General and select catalogues OF mu
sic and schedule offactory prices OF Pianos, Melo
deons and musical instruments forwarded 10 any
address, free OF postage.
Sept 2l-d3m
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
FEMALE EDUCATION.

"RS. X. w. YOUNG & MISS v. TOWN
IM respectfully announce TO their friends and
this community that they will recsive at their
rooms, on the corner of 18th and X streets north,
on Monday, the 18th instant, limited number OF
young ladies' who may desire TO pass through a
systematic course Of studies, embracing all the
solid and ornamental branches Of female educa-
tion.
Their method of instruction is thorough and
practical. II is based upon an experience Of many
years in conducting the education of young ladies',
having in view the fullest development and disci-
pline Of the mental faculties.
TERMS OF TUITION,
All the English studies, including mathematics,
with the French language, per the scholastic
year Of 10 months ........................ $50
Ancient and other modern languages
Music, vocal and Instrumental. Professors
Drawing in pencil and crayon...... charges
Painting in oil and water colors....)
Sept 6--3tawt18th
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-13
MtstelIgMegus.
GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
FHHIS BEAUTIFUL BURIAL PLACE

OF the Dead having just been dedicated with
appropriate ceremonies for the purpose, is now
open for the reception Of 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.
The plan Of the incorporators is one Of equality
n regard 10 the lots, which will not be put up
publicly for SALE although they usually bring a
premiuin,) making the early selections of lots the
most desirable.
Until an officeis established in the city Of Wash
neton applications will be punctually attended to
al The present office, In the east wing OF the build
ing on entering the Cemetery
Visiers are requested not to drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds.
VIM 8. HUMPHREYS.
N. B. Glenwood is situated a short distance
due north of the Capitol. Aug 27--3m