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Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

ENERAL AGENCY.-Thc undersigned
VI most respectfully informs, by this notice, his
friends and the public in general, here and csle.
where, that he has opened an Agency Office for
the prosecution Of claims Of every description
against the government, before the several depart
ments OF Congress; procure pensions, bounty
lands, extra pay, and arrearage pay and viii al.
tend 10 the buying and selling Of real estate, the
renting Of houses, and general collecting bust
ness; he will also furnish parties at distance
with such information they may desire from
the seat Of government Charges will be mode
sate Once at present, will be on M near 18th
rtrcet.
RErERENcEs.
Hon. J. G. Dobbin, Secretary of the Navy.
Hon. J. Davis, Secretary Of War.
NJ Callan, esq, President of the Board of Conn
mon CJAnca
Gen. John M. McCalla, Attorney at Lac.
James III. Caustin, esq.
w. @. Reddall, State Department.
SAMUEL @. TAYLOR.
Jan 17--tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE!
ONLY Sc HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
rHICAGO & MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
" The only Railroad Route from the Loaoer
Mississippi to the atlantic.
TIME FROM ST. LOUIS TO CHICAGO ONLY 20 HoURsl
sT The Steamer WINCHESTER leaves
.SlzssasiszzEs the Alton wharf boat al ST. Louis,
daily Sundays excepted) at o'clock, a. m, ant
the REINDEER leaves The Alton wharf boat al
ST. Louis daily at $50, p. m.
The steamers connect at Alton (only 20 miles
from ST. Louis) 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 al Alton AT
10, a. M, and arrive AT Chicago the next morning
in time 10 take the earliest morning trains going
east.
Passengers leaving ST. Louis by The Reindeer
at 5-30 p. M, take the cars at Alton Saturday ex
cepted) al 8 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 TO 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 al
Carlinville, Virdcn, Springfield, and Bloomington,
with good Stage Lines for Hillsboro', Waverly,
Danvle, i lerre-f1aute, Iektn, anu flond, anu also
with the Great Western Railroad at Springfield,
with the Great Western Railroad for Jacksonville,
and Decatur, and at Bloomington with the Illinois
Central Railroad for Lasalle.
ns- 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.
va 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, Sup't G. 81 M. R. r.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

EOR LEASE.-The National Theatre I'm
it the city Of Washington, for the ensuing sea-
son, OF for term Of years. The National Theatre
is one Of the largest in the world, and yet every
meritorious attraction can GIL Il.
With the alterations and improvements con
templated, il will be in every respect a desirable
establishment
Ifa suitable company could be selected, the
Proprietor would accsde TO the following arrange.
men.
The entire receipts TO be distributed thus: Tho
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, to receive
communications with particulars, from parties in
clined TO this mode of action. The purpose OF
the Proprietor is to secure the best talent by pay
ing 10 il all the profits Every letter received viii
be known TO the Proprietor alone, who will not
feel himself at liberty to reveal the name OF any
party addressing him on this subject.
All communications prepaid, and addressed
Ito the Proprietor OF the National Theatre, box
242, Washington city, ID. G,
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
IT, CHEAP AND PLEASANT

.lsSssx3 excursions daily throughout the
year by the Steamer BALTIMORE, TO and from
Aqua Creek with dinner included, for 80 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 6i
a. m. and "a p. m.
Fare for the round trip, including good dinner
on board, 81 only.
For further information apply to Captain ID.
Peck, on board, or TO
GEORGE MATTINGLY
Agent Of the line in Washington.
July lS--d2ms
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
CCoTTs WEEKLY PAPER.--The pub

- Usher of this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year QS5D combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
of the Philadelphia wecklies. Among the new
features will be a new and brilliant series of origi-
nal romances by George Lppard, entitled Legends
of the Last Century. All who have read Mr.. Lip
pard's celebrated Legends of the American Revo-
iution,r published for ffty-six consecutive weeks
in the g SATURDAY. Courier will find these pictures
Of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brancy Of his previous produc-
tons. The first Of a series Of original novellettes
called Morris Hartley, or the Knights ofthe Mystic
Valley by Harrison w Ainsworth, is about TO, e
commenced. II viii be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravings aud its startling incidents
cannot fail 10 elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist, and author OF
Viola etc, etc, is also engaged 10 furnish bril-.
liant novelette, TO follow the above. Mrs. Mary
Andrews Denison, author of Home Pictures, Pa
tence Worthington and her Grandmother, etc,
will continue a 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 Sc
lections from Mrs Caroline Lee Hentz Clara
Clairville, Lille Lilberne, Mrs Stowe, Grace Green.
wood, and other distinguished writers the news
Of the day, graphic editorials, full reports OF the
provision, money and stock markets, letters from
travellers at home and abroad, etc, etc.
Terms--One copy one year So; two copies one
year SO four copies one year SIS; nine copies one
year, and one 10 the getter up of the club, $40
twenty copies one year and one to the getier up
Of the club, $50.
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No. III Chestnut ST., Philadelphia.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

nON,T FAIL TO CALL AT HOODS
~ you wish 10 purchase anything in the way
OF fine American, London, or Geneva watches,
chat be relied on for the true time) rich gold
jeweIry, pure silver ware, &c, &c, and save from
Is 10 23 per cent, as he is now receiving his
Fall supply, which will be sold at the lowest
wholesaie rates.
Fine watches and jewelry repaired, and war
ranted to give satisfaction.
H. O. HOODS
Pa avenue, between A and 9th streets, sign OF
the large spread eagle. Sept l6-tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.

ID J. STEER, Merchant Tailor is now open.
IL ing another supply of choice SPRING and
SUMMER GOODS, to which he invites the at
tention of Members of Congress, strangers, and
citizens.
The stock is large and very complete, embracing
almost every variety ofGenteman's Goods usually
kept by Merchant Tailors.
We solicit an inspection by the public Of our
goods workmanship, and prices.
NAr No. Washington Place, Seventh street
May 14-3tif
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
AGENCY AT WASHINGTON CITY.
(OGoe on p Street, near Fourteenth STREET,

DARTICULAR NOTICE.-our customers
IL are respectfully informed that their bills are
now being drawn of, and win be presented TO
them by the first Of January, when il is earnestly
hoped that all persons having sccounts with US
will come forward and settle them promptly in
cash or notes at short dates.
WALL 81 STEPHENS,
800 Pennsylvania avenue, next door 10 Iron Hail.
Dec 27-3t.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

NEW YORK, May 2, IS53.-The UNDER
IN signed has this day opened an Office No. AZ
William street. merchants Exchange, for the
transaction of general brokerage business.
Bank, Insurance. mining, railroad government,
State and city securities bought and sold.
Promissory notes, bills Of exchange, and loans
negotiated
Sep 2l-tf EMANUEL X. HART. 4
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
BOOT AND SHOE STORE

~ Samuel w. Taylor 81 Co, have opened the
snacioas New Store on Penn. avenue, next 10
Messrs. Geo. 81 T. Parker's opposite Browns
Hotel, for the sale ofLadies Gentlemen's, Misses
Bows and Servants BOOTS, SHOES, CATERS
and SLIPPERS.
In opening this establishment our aim is TO be-
come popular by keeping good articles at veiy low
prices.
urArrangements have been made with the best
Northern Manufacturers for. regular supply Of
ever article exclusively 10 our order.
BY respectful attention to the wants OF those
ubo vii favor us with a call, we hope 10 merit
their future confidence and patronage.
s. w. TAYLOR & Co.
Penn. avenue, opposite Browns Hotel
Aur 29-lw
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
MORE NEW SPRING GOODS.
J j. STEER, MERCHANT TAIL

Ii . is now opening another supply of choice
SPRING and SUMMER GOODS, 10 which he
invites the attention OF Members of Congress
Strangers and Citizens.
The stock;s large and very complete, embrac-
ing almost every variety of Gcntlemens Goods
usually kept by Merchant Tailors.
We solicit an inspection by the public Of our
goods, workmanship, and prices.
No.4 Washington Place, Seventh street.
MAY A-3tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
MisfsIIaMkGns.
HEIDsIECK 8 co. CMAM-

GENUINE HEIDSIECK a. CO. CHAM
NJ pagne.-The subscribers having been APP
upoited by Messrs. Heldsieck d. Co. tosucceed
Mr. Charles Engler, heretofore sole ageut in the
in the United States for the sale OF their Wines,
who this day retires from business, respectfully
call the attention of the public to the sabjoined
card
The Messrs. Heidsieck g. Co., as set forth there
in Justly claim TO be alone enabled to send TO this
country the genuine Heidsieck IL Co. Champagne,
under the same name and style as originally intro
duced into this market, now nearly thirty years
ago, they being sole proprietors OF all the Identical
VINEYARDS, cellars, &c, which the founders and
originators of this celebrated brand had owned.
Such being the fact, we need not dwell upon the
superior quality Of their Wines, The reputation Of
the same among the American padic being already
identified with unsurpassed excellence.
We beg particularly to notice that their brand
still bears the same name of Hedsieck & Co., IN
full by which it first became SO favorably known
being thereby easily distinguished from other SINH
lar marks which have since appeared.
New YORK, January |, 1854.
CRAMER & ABEGG,
Successor to Charles Engler,
and sole importers in the United States.
STANISLAUS MURRAY is our sub-agent for
Washington and Georgetown, ID. G., and Alex
andria, Va.
CARD.-UpOn the dissolution Of the old
6rm, Heidseck & 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 origina
partnership had enjoyed.
Our new firm are his immediate successors and
sole proprietors Of 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,
the name of our firm in full will be found on the
labels and around the corks.
RHEIMS, March S, lS46
Feb S-d2m HEIDSIECK g. co.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
MIR. BUsHNELEs SCHOOL. IsTH

Il street, between + and g streets, Washing
ton. The next session viii commence on the
first Monday in September. The course Of in
struction embraces Ancient and Modern Ian
guages, Mathematics, the Elements OF Natura
and Moral Science, together with all the English
branches usually taught in the best schools. Cir
culars may be had at the schoolroom or al the
bookstores. Aug ll--eo4w
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
T IME! LIME! LIME!-To PIasterers

4 4 and Builders.-We have now on hand, at
SEELY'S Patent Kilns, one thousand barrels OF
Lime. and are now making two hundred barrels
daily which we will sell on the best terms.
We would call the particular attention OF pias-
,erers 10 this superior article of Lime. II is free
from coal cinders or oifier sediment, II being
burnt altogether by wood which makes u very
snner;or a,ticle for plastering, white coating and
hard finishing.
Give us a call, and you shall be pleased.
s, J. SEELY 81 co.
Julv n tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
S. GARNER, Draper and Tailor. Nor

,. CAKNEK, Draper anu Iauor, UOr-
IA fits Building, Al street, respectfully informs
his friends and the citizens Of Washington, George
town, and Alexandria, that he keeps always on
hand choice selection of the best and most popu-
lar makes Of Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vestings,
together with a good supply of the best Trim
mings and will make TO order Garments in the most
tastes Of all who may favor him with call.
N. b. Prices moderate, and terms cash.
Nov 3-eolm
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
RECOMMENDATIONS.

u. s. NAVY YARD, GosPoRT, Va,
January 20, 1854.
To C. E. Desnnold, President ~ J. ZINC Co., ~ Y.
SIR A series of ofexperments 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 In me
TO the important discovery that the White Zinc
Paint anufacturedby the New Jersey Zinc Com
pany, serves as a perfect protection against the
ravages of the marine worm, and the formation OF
barnacles whilst no other paint or preparation OF
any kind combines the same protective effect
am now preparing full report on this impor-
tant subject 10 the Bureaus of Yards and Docks at
Washington, and shall send with it complete Sc
ries of specimens of wood and metal plates which
were covered with the different paints and pre-
parations, and then exposed alike for an entire
season, in salt water opposite this navy yard all
of which illustrates, in the most striking manner,
the invaluable qualities and decided superiority OF
your White Zinc Paint over all other kinds
paints especially for marine purposes.
You are at liberty to give full publicity 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., 1855-01-11
FINE. WATCHES & RICH JEwELRY.

I" O. HOOD, Pennsylvania avenue, between
Ill At and 9th streets, has just returned from
The north with good assortment OF the most rich
aud fashionable Jewelry in the market, which he
purchased for cash at very low prices, and now OF
f.rs for sale the same, at wholesale or retail, much
cheaper than goods of like quality have ever been
sold for in this section of country. Please call al
his store sign ofthe large spread eagle.
NJ B. Special attention paid to the repairing 10
pe watches by w. w. Holiingsworth. Apr2
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
MisfeIIankUns.
Two SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF

VNO SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF
j the House of Representatives. gentle
man who has had twenty years experience as
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 Tor
the press or Of any other description. Desiring
some mode Of employing those hours until the ad-
journment of the present session of Congress, he
is perfectly Indifferent as TO the character of the
writing he may be required to perform, and will
perform il upon the most reasonable terms. Com
munications 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-u
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
FEMALE EDUCATION.
MRS. r.. w. YOUNG & MISS ". TOWN

l1 respectfully announce 10 their friends and
this community that they will receive at their
rooms, on the corner of 10th and streets north,
on Monday, 1.-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 il based upon an experience of many
years in conducting the education of young ladies,
having in view the fullest development aud disci-
pline of the mental faculties.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
MistfII0
GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
nNHIS BEAUTIFUL BURIAL PLACE

i ofthe 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 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 ofIiceis established in the city of Wash
ington, applications will be punctually attended TO
at the present Office, in the east wing OF the build
ing on entering the Cemetery.
Visters are requested not to drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds.
VIM. s. HUMPHREYS. .
N. B. Glenwood is situated a short distance
due north of the Capitol. Aug 27-3m
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
PROSPECTUS
OF THE
NINTH VOLUME OF THE
WASHINGTON SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS,

Depoted to City Affairs, Education, Litsrat~re,
and General Intelligence.
NyHE Ninth Volume Of this Paper being
i 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 solcits q
continuance Of the same and such dddHto''1l satI-
port as will enable him to 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.
tion and which il is his fixed purpose 10 maintain,
so long as he is connected with this or any other
public journal. On his future course the editor
deems it unnecessary 10 dilate. Suffice II 10 say,
that while the original plan of his paper VIII he
duly carried out, the editor will also feel himself
bound by the convictions Of duty and propriety, TO
maintain the constitutional rights Of every native
and adopted citizen, and to oppose every secret
organization that is founded on proscriptlve and
exclusive basis. What he intends to do in this
respect may be judged of by what ne 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.
TERMS:
The paper and business card, per annum.. 50 90
The paper without business card III paid in
advance within one month from date
Of subscrlptlon). Oo
The paper without business card il not paid
within one month from dee of subscrip-
lion. observation-disclosures. ..-......--.. w
Payable in advance, or . onthly in all cases.
Subscribers and annua advertisers will be
charged for the whole yea.
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 Of arrears
Aug 20*
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

GAUTfERS---Just received n large as
NJ sortment Of Pate De Foies Grss from Stras
burg, in small aud large Jars.
Jan 22-t @ GAUTIER.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
MisrklIaneDns.

ZINC PAINTS.--The Subscribers having
II been appointed agents OF the New Jersey Zane
Company for the sale Of their superior rants are
ivered 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. It 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 10 iron or othermetallic surfaces II Is
cheap and economical paint.
The Brown Stone Color is unequalled as a dura'
BILE covering for Cottages, Dcpots, Bridges, &c.
The consumption Of it is very large, and It 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 ap:
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 Ss SONS, Agents,
Abr 7-d3m No. 2, Camden st., Baltimore.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

OFFICE OF THE N. Y. AND LIVERPOOL U. 8.
MAIL STEAMSHIP Co., Jan. 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., 1855-01-11

PosT OFFICE, Washington City ID c.
November %, 1854.
MAILS for Cumberland, Maryland; CIarks-
Wl burg and Wheeling, in Virginia Zanet-
Vile. Columbus, and Cincinnati, in Ohio; Mays-
VILE and Louisville, in Kentucky and India
nopolis, Indiana, will hereafter be closed at this
Office daily at 2, p m, departing in the o'clock
train, and connecting with the train leaving Bal,i
more for Cumberland and Wheeling az o'clock.
JAMES G. BERRET,
Nov 3O-3td Postmaster.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
SHIRTS, sHIRTs,, sHIRTsm

sHIRTsl SHIRTsli SHIRTS!!l
QUALITY, fit, and workmanship guaran-
~ tied, being wholly manufactured by our arts
ans and seamstresses, on the premises OF the pro.
SIGN or THE SHIRT,
Ogposne The Untsd States Hotel
The reputation which these Shirts have acquired
amongst Members of Congress and large num-
ber OF our citizens, induces the advertiser 10 in
vite those gentlemen who have not tested them 10
give him call, feeling assured that they will, on
trial, admit their superiority. An experienced cut
Ter IL constantly employed and good fl is war
ranted in every case. None but the most compe
petent scamsiresses are engaged which is guar
antee for the exccllesey end durability Of the work
A splendid assortment Of Shirts, Collars, DO
SONS, Cravats, Handkerchiefs, Suspenders, &C.
constantly on hand,
WIN. III. FAULKNER,
8. side Pa. avenue, bet. 3 and II streets,
Nov S--ooly. tm) Opposite U. > Hotel
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
TERMS OF TUITION

TERMS UF
All the English studies, including mathematics,
with the French language, per the scholastic
wear of 10 months NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. $50
Ancient and other modern languages
Music, vocal and instrumental. Professors
Drawing in pencil and crayon. ..... charges
Painting in oil and water colors....
Sept 6-3tawtlSth
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11
. Ens cn,xnEN CLARKE,s new Novel.

Mrs. COWDEN CLAHkHs new NoVM'
M The Iron Cousin, or Mutual Influence, by
Mary Cowdeu Clarke, author OF The Complete
Concordance 10 Shakespeare"
Teeg's Dictionary Of Chronology.
Lectures IN the True, the Beautiful, and the
Good. bv M. N Cousin; Increased by an Appendix
an French Art; translated by 0. w. Wight
TAYLOR & MAURY'S
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-11

II AND FOR SALE.-The Subscriber will
dispose OF thirty of land being part ofhis
farm known as Delcarlia, situated near the Little
Falls, in Montgomery county, Nd, and adjoining
the contemplated water-works. II is an excellent
piece Of land, and both from its fertility and To-
cality is admirably suited for a market garden.
Apply TO the undersigned, or TO his overseer on
the farm.
WILLIAM B. SCOTT,
Sept l7-tf On II between 18th and Goth sts