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Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14
. GENCY At wAsHINGToN.--To

~ Clanants.-FRANCIS A. DICKINS con-
tinues 10 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-
emption and other land claims, the procuring OF
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 property 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
half-pay pensions; claims for revolutionary SER
Wees, whether for commutation, halfpay, 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
ernment, for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct OF the government and, in
deed any busine before Congress orthe public of
ices which may require the aid OF an agent attor-
ney. His charges viii 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 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 2S-1yd (m)
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ZINC PAINTs.--The subscribers havlpg

IIINC PAINTS.--The Subscribers having
~ been appointed agents OF the New Jersey Zinc
Company for the sale of their superior Paints, are
prepared to execute orders for any description, de-
livered 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 or other metallic surfaces. II is
a cheap and economical paint.
The Brown Stone Color is unequalled as dura'
The consumption of il is very large, and it has
given entire satisfaction.
All the paints manufacturedby by the company are
of the highestexcelence, 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 IL SONS, Agents,
Apr -d3m No. 2, Camden ST., Baltimore.
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s.CARNER, Draper and Tailor, Nor

A. ft's Binding, ~ 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 Vestings,
together with good supply OF the best Trim
mlngs and will make 10 order Garments in the most
elegant manner, plain or fancy) TO please the
tastes Of all who may favor him with call.
N. B. Prices moderate, and terms cash.
Nov 9-enlm
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CTONE QUARRY.-Ia 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
al his house on II, between 10th and goth streets,
in the First ward, or to Mr.. Paine, at the quarry
July 81 WILLIAM Ii. SCOTT.
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~ ENUINE HElDShECk q W. ChAM-
W pagne.--The subscribers having been ap-
upoited by Messrs. Heldsieck IL Co. 10 succeed
Mr.. Charles Engler, heretofore sole agent 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 subloined
card.
The Messrs. Heidsleck s. Co., as set forth there
in, Justly claim TO be alone enabled to send to this
country the genuine Heidaeck 81 Co. Champagne,
under the same name and style as originally intro
duced into this market, now nearly thirty years
ago, they being sole proprieors OF all the Identical
VINEYARDS, cellars, &c, which the founders and
originators of thus 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 Americas public being already
identified with unsurpassed excellence.
We beg particularly TO notice that their brand
still bears the same name of Heidsieck & Co., in
full, by which il first became SO favoraby known,
being thereby easily distinguished from other siml-
lar marks which have since appeared
NEW YORK, January |, 1854.
CRAMER 81 ABEGG,
Successor to Charles Engler,
and sole importers in the United States
STANISLAUS MURRAY is our sub-agent for
Washington and Georgetown, D. O., and Alex
andria, Va.
CARD.-Upon the dissolution Of the old
6rm, Heidsieck E 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 origna
partnership had enjoyed.
Our new firm are his immediate successors and
sole proprietors of this weknown brand.
Tn order to distinguish the same from limitations
and marks similar TO 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 5, 1916.
Feb S-d2m HEIDSlECk u CO.
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MODERN LANGUAGEs.-D. e. Groux,

MODERN LANGUACES.-D. E- Groux,
lvl a native OF France, teacher of Modern Ian
guages, especially French, Spanish, and German
rransaiions made with correctness and punctu-
ality. Professor Of Numesmatics, for the classf-
cation and explanation Of medals and coins.
Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between 9th
and 7h streets, opposite Browns Hete.
Furnished Rooms TO rent at that place.
Sep 21-dtf
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MtsttIIam
GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
YIyHIS BEAUTIFUL BURIAL PLA(

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 equaiity
n regard TO the lots, which will not be put up
publicly for SALE (although they usually bring, a
premium,) making the early selections Of lots the
most desirable.
Until an office lis established in the city Of Wash
ington applications will be punctaaly attended 70
AZ The present Office, in the east wing of the build
ing on entering the Cemetery.
Visiters are requested not TO drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds.
VIM 8. HUMPHREYS.
NJ 3. Glenwood is situated short distance
ane north Of the Capitol. Aug 27--3m
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14

NEW YEARS PREsENTs.--M w.
IN GALT& BRO. will open this day magnid
cent assortment Of Watches, Jewelry, Silver Ware,
and Fancy Goods, suitable for presents, TO which
thew invite the attention OF ofpurchasers.
NJ w. GAIT a. BROTHER,
Jan 3--9t Penn. av, betw. 9th and 10th 81.
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N1EW YORK. Nav 2. Iss3.-The und,

NEW YORK, May 2, IS53.-The UNDER
IN signed has this day opened an Office, No. AZ
William street, (Merchants' ExchangeD 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 2i--6 EMANUEL y. HART.
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DREsERvEs, JAMS, JELLTEs, AND
Marmaladc. &C.. viz.

Marmaladc, &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.
Grape, Ounce, Crab Apple, and Pums.
Pine Apple and Grab Apple Marmslades.
Peaches and Pine Apple in cans, hermeticaliy
sealed, Jellles.
Pine Apple, Peaches, Green Cages, preserved
in brandy.
These Preserves, Jellies, &c, are of the best
quality, put up 10 our order for our sales
SHEKELL BROTHERS,
No. 40, opposite Centre Market
No. fxv.I
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14
PROSPECTUS
OF THE
NINTH VOLUME OF THE
WASHINGTON SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS,

Depotsd 10 Ctr Affairs, Edueatiop Li,syatHys,
and General Intelligence.
HyHE Ninth Volume Of this Paper being
about 10 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 solicits a
continuance Of the same and such additional sup
perf 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 il is his fixed purpose to maintain,
40 long as he is connected with this OF any other
public journal On his future comrse the editor
deems IL unnecessary 10 dilate. Suffice IL 10 say,
that while the original plan of his paper viii be
duly carried out the editor will also feel himself
bound by the convictions OF duty and proprety, 10
maintain the constitutional rights Of every native
and adopted citizen, and TO oppose every secret
organization that is founded on a 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.
quatc announcement.
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, lf paidin
advance or within one month from date
OF subscription). ..................... ! 90
The paper without business card IL not paid
within one month from date OF subscrip.
ton, ...,,,,,''........... O0
Payable in advance, or monthly in all cases.
Subscribers and annual advertisers will be
charged for the whole year,
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 20k
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14

CHIRTS MADE TO OORDER.-STEVENS
- Browns Hotel is prepared TO make Shirts 10
measure and warrants them in all cases TO fii.
Gents troubled with bad fitting Shirts can be
suited al STEVENSS
Dec 7-3tif Salesroom, Browns Hotel.
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TT,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
l. An impression Of Plate, by J. I. Wilimore'
A. r. A., from the original picture by J. j. Chalon,
X. A., "A Water Party"
II. A volume containing thirty Wood Engra-
wings, illustrating subjects from Lord Byron's
poem OF Child Harolde !" and
III. The chance Of obtaining one Of the Prizes
10 be allotted at the general meeting in April,
which will include
The right TO select for himself valuable work
Of art from one ofihe public exhibitions.
Statuettes in bronze OF Her Majesty on horse
back, by II. Thorneycroft.
Copies in bronze, from an original Model in re-
lief by II. jefferson, of The entry OF the Duke OF
Wellington into Madrid"
Statuettes in porcelain or parian
Proof impressions OF large lnhograph, by 4. n
Mcguire after the original picture by w Z. Firth,
n. A., The Three. Bows from Molieres bour-
geois Gsntilhommen
Honorary Secretaries for Washington, Messrs
TAYLOR g. MAURY, Booksellers jan "a
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V,O ALL WHO HAVE CLAIMS TO COL

j lect.-I am again Collector in Fairfax county,
Virginia, for two years from this day. MY ofhciai
bond, with ample security, was given at June
cosrt 18th June. intend TO devote my attention
entirely TO my business. From my long expert.
ence in my business, acquaintance with the pee-
Pile, 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. viii
take claims on any persons in my county for any
amounts and, ifjusii6ed, will attend 10 the coec-
tions of claims in the adjoining counties.
Ii any reference is wanting, would refer 10 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 authentl-
Gated before sent to me for collection; will col
lect in my official capacity or as agent, as may be
requested il, as an officer charge legal lee only,
and which if the claim is made, the defendant has
always TO pay; and IL as agent, the plaintiff must
pay me ten per cent, il collected or sucured, and
any legal cost | may be AT to secure the debt.
SPENCER JACKSON,
Fairfax court-h house, Virginia.
Sept l2-lm
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14

FINDER GARMENTS just received.-I
u have just opened a. full supply of Gentle
mems Under Shirts and Drawers, silk, merino,
lambswool, Scotch do, Shaker, and Canton Fian-
nels, &C., which ain now prepared to dispose of
at the most reasonable prices.
LANES
Genllemen's Furnishing Store,
Seq 20 Penn. avenue, near A 81.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14
MisrfllaMeGns.
SHIRTS. sHIRTs., sHIRTSm

SHIRTS! SHIRTS!! SHIRTSn!
QUALITY, fit, and workmanship guaran-
NJ tied, being wholly manufactured by our arts
ans and seamstresses, on the premises OF tho pro-
prietor,
SIGN OF THE SHIRT,
Opposite the United States Hotel
The reputation which these Shirts have acquired
amongst Members of Congress and large num-
ber Of our citizens, induces the advertiser TO in
vte 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 guar
antee for the excelency and durability of the work
A splendid assortment Of Shirts, Collars, Bo
soms, Cravats, Handkerchiefs Suspenders, &c.,
constantly on hand.
Wk2. II. FAULKNER
s. side Pa avenue, bet. 3 and Al streets,
Nov c-eoly (m) opposite u. 3. Hotel
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14
cyPLENDID PIANOS, Great Bargains.-

CPLENDID PIANOS, Great bargains =
- 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 10
put them ~ snch low price as 70 place thsm
means
Persons wishing to purchase a 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 mansfacture, the subscriber has made arrange
ments tor q constant supply.
Great bargains may lie expected.
w. G. ZANTZINGER.
Nov l2--6td
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14

ton for Moistening the leaves of Copying
Book, Postage Stamps, Envelopes and Moisten-
ing the Fingers when Counting Bank Bills also
useful for various other purposes. IL will be
found an indispensable article for every Desk. IL
is perfectly simple and cheap, and must come in
10 general use.
The following are a few complimentary opin-
ions Of the Press:
PAPER MoIsTENER-A new and very neat use
ful invention for moistening post office stamps,
envelopes, sheets in copying book, counting
bank bills &c. This does away with the disagree
able method Of moistening stamps, &c. with the
tongue. II is a patent article, vary simple and
cheap and will be universally adopted as soon as
IL is seen-Boston Transcript Sept. 1854.
PAPER MoIsTENER--A new invention for mois-
tening postage stamps, envelopes, sheets in a
copyine book counting bank bills, &c. The
common way of moisiening stamps with the
tongue is very disagreeable aud inconvenient
also the usual way of wetting sheets in a copying
book by using brush which has TO be dipped In
water, is inconvenient and very difficult TO give
paper an even moisture, which is very desirable
for copying letters. This article obviates these
difficulties, besides being useful for various other
and must come into general USE Boston Post,
Sept, 1854
PAPER MoisTENER-A newly invented and very
useful little contrvance for moistening postage
stamps and envelopes and for wettng sheets IN
a copying book, &c. Ii costs but little, and will
save the tongue q good deal Of unpleasant work.
Boston Traveller, Sept, 1854.
Agent for Washington,
TAYLOR a. MAURY,
Ian II Bookstore, near 9th 81.
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TAKE NOTICE.
NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.

NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.
~ 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 Cloths,
Cassiaeres, and Vestings, Of the latest importa-
tion. and is prepared to have them made up at
the shortest notice, in the most fashionable man
ner, and at low rates of prices.
Having made arrangements to go into the
g Ready made Clothing business" extensively TINS
season, he feels confident that ne can offer to
those wishing TO purchase stock OF Cothlng,
not inferior to any in this city, and not made up at
the north, as is usually the case with work sold
here; but cut in his own establishment, and made
by 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 a call TO Judge.
He can sell whole suits, Coat Pants, and Vest,
al the following low rates
Good suit for business purposes out oil cloth or
CASHMERE for the small sum OF. f............$ 10
Dress and Frock Goats, from .$l0 10 $2O
Over-coats of different styles, from. $l2 to $23
Black and fancy Pantalocns, from 80 90 TO $40
Silk and velvet Vests, from. .......S2 30 TO $40
This stock Of Clothing is of a 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 Scott's Report OF
Fashions in this city.
Sept l4--T
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14

"ARPER'S MAGAZINE for September is
H magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale nj SHILLrSoToN's book
store.
The great Illustrated Magazine Of Art for Sep
tembcr is one Of the best that has been issued.
Lcslies Ladies' Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions.
The Knickerbocker Magazine for September.
Godey's Lady's Book, Graham's Magazine, ano
Putnam's Magazine, all for September, received
and for sale at
SHILLINGToNS bookstore,
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14
TAYLOR & MAURY have the honor to

TAYLOR 81 MAURY have the honor 60
il announce the completion OF preparations for
the festive season. In addition 10 their ordinary
stock (Which has always been characterized by
elegance and variety,) they have received
A choice selection OF beautifully illustrated and
tastefuly bound Books.
Articles of vertu," in Porcelain, Bronze, and
other manufacture.
Writing Desks, in papier mache and rosewood.
Card Baskets, Inkstands, Ladies' Cabas
Cigar Stands and Cases, Portemonnsies.
Taper Stands, &c.
Together with general assortment of novelties
remarkable for a combination Of the useful with
the ornamental, at prices suitable to the artisan or
millionaire.
Book and Stationery store, near 9th street.
Dec 81
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14
BUTTER AND BUCK

Gosh T. N BIZ TIER AND BUCK
" WHEAT.-Now landing
% kegs Chemung county Butter, very fine.
l3 do. Delaware county do. very good.
Platt Mills extra Buckwheat, in barrels, half
barrels, boxes, and bags.
Also, Pennsylvania Buckwheat in bags,
For sale by SHEKELL BROTHERS,
No, 40, opposite the Centre Market
Dec l-Iwif (Starl
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14

OFrIcE OF THE N. Y. AND LIVERPOOL U. s.
MAIL STEAMSHIP Co., Jan. 81, 1854.
The steamers OF this company exclusively
the Zine Paint manufactured by the New Jersey
Zinc Company, experience having proved its de
cided superiority over all other paints.
EDWARD X. COLLINS, Agent
Apr 7-eoim
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RECOMMENDATIONS.

u. s. NAVY YARD, GosroRT, Va,
January 20, 1854.
To c. E. Detmold, President ~. J. Zinc Co.. ~ y
Sin: A 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 as perfect protection against the
ravages of the marine worm, and the formation OF
barnacles, whilst other paint or preparation Of
any kind combines the same protective effect.
am now preparing full report on this impor-
tant subject TO the Bureaus of Yards and Docks al
Washington, and shall send with il complete Sc
res of specimens Of wood an6 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 10 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 obedlent servant,
- JAMES JARVIS,
Inspector U. s. Navy Yard Gosport, Va.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14

PosT OFFICE, Washington City, D. C.
Noveni6er 90, 1854.
MAILS for Cumberland, Maryland; Clarks-
INl burg and Wheeling, in Virginia Zanes-
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 Balti
more for Cumberland and Wheeling at o'clock.
JAMES G. BERRET
Nov 30-3td Postmaster.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-14
NEW BooT AND SHOE STORE

IN Samuel w. Taylor & Co, have opened the
spacious New Store on Penn. avenue, next TO
Messrs Geo, 81 T. Parker's opposite Browns
Hotel, forihe sale Of Ladies', Gentlemens, Misses,
Boys and Servants BOOTS, SHOES, CATERS
and SLIPPERS.
In opening this establishment our aim is TO be-
come popular by keeping good articles at very low
prices.
Heterogeneous have been made with the best
Northern Manufacturers for regular supply OF
every article exclusively 10 our order.
By respectful attention 10 the wants Of those
who will favor US with a call, we hope 10 merit
their future confidence and patronage.
s. w. TAYLOR & Co.
Penn. avenue, opposite Browns Hotel
Aug 29-lw
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MistflIanfgus.

COMMENTARIES ON the J1risdicuol' on
I Practice. and Peculiar Jurisprudence OF the
Courts Of the United States, vol. ], by George
Ticknor Curtis.
History Of the Crusades, their Rise, Progress,
and Results, by Major Proctor, OF the Royal
Military Academy.
On sale at
TAYLOR & MAURY'S Bookstore,
Novl6 near 9th street.
ENTs, sCARFs. TIES, CRAVATs. sc.
(T Every variety of size, style, and shape OF
new and desirable Scarfs, Napoleon Ties, Cra
watts, &c, Of late importation, aud al moderate
nrces NJ STEVENS'S
Dec 7-3tif Salesroom, Browns Hotel