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Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-16

The National Intelligencer appeared yester-
day in enlarged dimensions. The old familiar
aspect Of the paper is not, in other respects, at
all changed. The Editors thus address their
readers in announcing their enlargement:
"Wescarry into effect to-day a purpose which
has been for some time entertained, of enlarg-
ing the dimensions of this paper, so as to adapt
it more nearly to the growing demands upon
its space, arising from the rapid increase and
business of our own country and city from the
deep interest which all readers feel in the ex-
citing events now taking place in different
quarters Of the world; the increasing impor-
lance Of the proceedings and discussions in
Congress as to the number and magnitude of
the diversified interests of the country multi
ply; and, not least the desire- to do justice to
the increasing number of our advertising GUS
toners We find, also, a motive for enlarge
ment in the desire to give more ample scope
for the literary and scientific disquisitions Of
scholars and the lucubrations Of politicians,
statesmen, and philosophers, who seek to ad-
dress the public through our columns.
:" The National Lntellgencer came into exist
ence at the time Of the removal of the seat of
government to this city, which was then a will
derness. The journal was at frst printed on
sheet so small as to be now a Curiosity to all
connected with the press but, as our city and
country grew in population and importance,
so did our little sheet grow in size until it has
become what we this day offer to its readers"
We gather from. this announcement that our
venerable heighbors, luckier than many of the
prominent journals little further North, enjoy,
even in these times of pressure, the solid re-
wards of a welLearned prosperity. While many
journalists have been forced to reduce the d.
mansions Of their papers, our neighbors have
found it necessary to enlarge theirs. We con-
graduate them on this satisfactory indication
of q growing prosperity.
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16- J. Disturnell, the publisher Of the Geo.
graphical and Commercial Gazette, has kindly
furnished us with the first number Of this val
liable publication. The design Of the work is
to furnish information in regard to every de-
partment Of Geography, whether Physical,
Commercial, or Political; also, such tables Of
statistics as will best illustrate this most i'm
portant science, giving, occasionally, maps and
illustrations, in order more fully to explain the
topics under consideration
The design Of such work must strike every
one as laudable, and the information promised
as suited to the wants Of the age. Judging
from the number before us, we predict that the
work will be ably conducted, and that its pages
will be replets with matter of the most interest.
ing character. Geography, in its political as
poets, is becoming science Of vast and grow
ing Importance. As the commercial interests
Of the world are extended, as nations, long
separated and living apart as political anchor.
ties, are beginning to pursue more liberal
and wiser policy, an accurate knowledge Of our
globe is becoming indispensable for the inter
ests Of commerce and for the safety Of naviga-
ton. All the notices issuing from the British
admiralty, from our own departments, and, es
pecially, from the coast survey Office, relating
to shoals, harbors and other information, use
ful 10 navigation, win be embodied in this work
We commend il, therefore, to the public as al
once important and interesting in its cbarac'
ter, and, as far as we can judge, ably con
Quoted.
Mr.. Disturnell also presented us with q rail-
way, steam ship, and telegraph book, which is
useful as very complete directory to travellers
and commercial agents.
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ADVERTIsEMENT.
The Wood-Gas Controversy.
RATHER sharn but distant firing


IA carried on by some persons interested in
Wood-Gas Patents and we perceive that the
smoke Of their cannon has somewhat obscured
their vision. DR.. G. G. Page, as the attorney for
w. p. Mcdonnell, having presented his claims
through our columns, L. r. Breisach, OF this city,
has presented hose OF Pettenkofer 81 Rutland, OF
Bavaria--he being their assignee-through the
columns Of the Daily Times Of the Sd instant. He
states that the first patent for the Bavaran inven-
ton was issued on February "a, 1851, an anthem
ticaied copy Of which has been filed in our Patent
Office also, that the claims Of his assgnors were
filed in the Office, TO protect their rights, more
than year ago. As no patent can be obtained
for making using Wood-Gas, the disputed
point relates 10 the apparatus which embraces
the relocating Of the gas-passing it over a red-hot
surface in its way to the cooler-after il is gene
rated; this is clearly stated in DIR. Pages letter,
on page so. Now, as Mcconnell claims TO have
invented the apparatus for relocating Wood-G Gas,
as far back as 1S49-two years previous 10 the
granting Of the Bavarian patent--and as he OBJ
tanned patent for the same, on the Goth day OF
September last, although contested by Pettenko-.
fer 81 Rutland, we cannot well conceive who L. II
Breisach wants TO frightsn, by declaring, through
the columns Of the Times, that he will prosecute
the vioators of the Bavaran invention. He gives
this notice TO all who take an interest in the intro
duction Of this invention, but, in doing So he for
got TO present any fact upon which the public can
rely, TO show what patent rights he possesses.
When he again writes TO inform the public that he
has certain patent rights and win prosecute those
who infringe them, we hope he will he so good as
TO state what these rights are, that the public
may know what he means.--.Scentifc AMERICAN.
Nov l6-tf
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GeIegraphif.


New YORK. Jan. 15--The Northern Light, from
San Juan, arrived at her dock this morning ut
half past eight o'clock. She brings two hundred
and iwenty-seyen passengers and $o23,ooo IN
specie.
The Northern Light connected with the Cortes,
which left San Francisco on the 23d of December.
Matters In Central America remained as at last
advices. The frigate Columbia left San Juan on
the 9th JAM for a cruise. The steamer Princeton
was al Key West when the Northern Light left.
The brig Tartar from Charleston, bound TO New
Orleans, with cargo OF rice, was ashore on The
Tortugos reef
The Uncle Sam arrived at San Francisco on
the Goth.
The committee appointed at the railroad meet
ing in San Francisco have decided that a stage
route across the plains will be the most practical
bic means of securing speedy completion OF the
projected railroad, and The Stale legislature will
probably be called upon 10 make an appropriation
for that purpose.
The city marshal Of Oakland named John Ho-
gan, has absconded with twenty thousand dollars
OF the city funds.
The question as 10 the location of The State
capital seems about 10 be decided; and Sacra-
mento will doubtless be the place.
Miss Sarah Pellet has declared her intention Of
taking out five thousand respectable New Eng
land girls TO California.
Yankee Sullivan was arrested at Nevada for
participating in recent prize fight. Henry Kerr
rison q policeman OF San Francisco was stabbed
cohabiling he had deserted her for the purpose Of
getting married. James McCabe DIETER known
as Judge McCabe) was stabbed by David b. Akey,
for having made dshonorable proposals to HIS
wife. Neither SULLIVAN nor McCaDe were killed,
and il is thought they will both recover.
The miners were still anxiously awaiting rain,
and the country is suffering much from the want
of it. IEmany places cattle and vegetation are
almost perishing. Immense quantities Of dirt have
been thrown up by the miners in anticipation Of
heavy fall, and good judges look for larger yield
of gold, in the event of heavy RAIN than has ever
before been realized
The largest business part Of the town Of Vale
otto was destroyed by fire on the 2Ist December. Il
Business in all parts was excessively dull, and
no Improvement was anticipated until the country
shall have been favored with rains. There were
small transactions in Gallego and Haxall -four, at
Sl30$14; adamantine candles, As cents; hams,
l5a, Billings hams, lsa cents; clear bacon, ia
cents, extra do. Isl cents; new butter AZ cents
mess pork, 1925 cents clear pork, $l2 50per
barrel.
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Shirts sHIRTS,i SHIRTSm

wv Shirt Maker in the city, would respectfully
inform his old customers, members Of Congress,
and strangers that by leaving their at his
Shirt Mandatory they can have shirts made oil
the best material and warranted 10 fit in all cases
the reputation which these shirts have acquredin
this city, induces the advertiser to invite those
gentlemen who have been troubled with bad fitting
shirts TO give him call feeling assured that they
will, on trial, admit their superiority.
Sign Of the Shirt, Pennsylvania avenue
between Sd and Al streets, south side.
p. S.-A good assortment of Furnishing Goods
on hand, which will be sold cheap.
Nov 30-eod1m Union and STAR
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Go- Special Notice.-HENRY'S INVIGoR-
ATING CORDIAL-The merits Of this purely
vegetable extract for the removal and cure OF ply
steal prostraton, genital debility, nervous afiec-
ton, &c, &C., are fully described in another col
umn ofthis paper, TO which the reader is referred.
81 per bottle, bottles for S. elk bottles for SIS,
SIC per dozen. Observe the marks Of the gen.
nine.
Prepared only by 8. E. COHEN, No. 3 Franklin
Row, Vine street, below Eighth, Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania. For sale by all the respectable
druggists and merchants throughout the country,
and by w. H.GII.MAN, Washington, ID. G..
CANDY 81 HATCH, Baltimore.
PEEL & STEVENS, Alexandra, Va.
May % Wholesale Agents for Virginia.
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Markets,

New YORK, Jan. l5.-Cotton is unchanged with
a limited business.
Flour is in moderate demand at previous rates.
Sales of 1880 barrels al former prices. Southern
is unchanged, but frmer; sales of $50 barrels at
S9@$9 SO.
Wheat is inactive.
Corn is trife lower-sales of $4,000 bushels
western mixed at 81 o..
Pork is firm, with an upward tendency.
Beef is unchanged, with moderate demand al
previous rates.
Lard is upward and firm.
Whisky-Ohio al 80 cents.
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A0tifts.
The best Arti,

The best Article ever used, as hundreds can
testify in hiscity and surrounding country. Read
GILMAN'S LIQUID HAIRD DYE iastantaaeonsly
changes the hair TO brilliant jet Black or glossy
Brovn, which is permaneat--does not stain or in
any way injure the skin. No article ever yet in
vented which will compare with it, We would
advise all who have gray hairs TO buy it, for il
neUer Jdls.-Boston Post.
For sale by z. ID. GILMAN, Chemist
Apr2 Washington city
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The New orleans convention.

NEW ORLEANS, jan 13.-The convention to-day
passed resolutions in favor of Pacific railroad
and also for removing distractions from and deep
ening the Mississippi river; regulating the quar-
antines of New Orleans and other cities during
the prevalence of yellow fever; improving the
harbor of Mobile; favoring education in southern
principles, &c. Resolutions were offered and re-
ferred, having for their object the abrogation OF
the present usury laws. The convention then
adjourned until evening, when II was supposed a
final adjournment would take place.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-16

w Sick Headache Remedy.-A remedy TO
the sick headache, which has been recently offered
TO the public, is attracting great attention. not only
by reason of the very satisfactory testimonials TO
its efficacy which have been volunteered by many
who have been benefited by il, but also because
there are SO great a number of people who are af
ficted with the distressing complaint, for which
no medicine has before been made public. DIR.
Eastman, who discovered the efficacy of his "rem-
edy," is a physician in this city, in high standing
with large practice. lie is physician in whom
great confidence is placed; andwe do not wonder
that his remedy for avery common disease, which
has been so longneeded, has sttractcdthe attention
ofall sufferers from headache who have heard of IT,
From our own knowledge OF DIR. Eastman's char
acter and practice we have no doubt that the med
cne deserves the favor it receives and that il will
prove TO be a great benefit to all who may give il
a trial.-Lynn Nercs, December 90, 1853.
For sale in Washington by z. ID. GILMAN, and
by all the druggists. Apr2
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DLANk BOOKS AND STATIONERY.
I'D Just received from shera's sale in Phila-
dephia, very large LOT of Blank Books, Letter
and Cap Pepper, Steel Pens, Fabcrs Pencils, Mathe-
matical Instruments, Black Sand Buff Envelope
Paper, Inkstands, States, Copy Books and School
Books, all Of which we will cell low for cash.
GRAY a. BALLANTYNE,
Oct 1i--3 No 49S Seventh Street
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American Colonization Meeting.-The thir-
ty-eighih anniversary Of this society will be held
in Trinity Church, this evening, commencing at
seven o'clock. Addresses may be expected from
the Rev. DR.. Height, of New York; Governor
Duuon, OF Connecticut; and Commander Foote,
Of the United States Navy.
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TER Schooner Mist, from New York
I 2 bushels Split Peas
10 boxes Hominy and Wheaton Grits
5 do Farina
8 do Corn Starch
do French Chocolate
10 do CASTLE Soap.
VIM. LINTON,
Dec 12-M&Ttf Corner 7h and ID streets
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William holland, ESQ.,, for several years
Commissioner OF Public Buildings, died at Aldie,
Loudoun county, Virginia, on The fifth instant, in
the eightieth year Of his age.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1855-01-16

lizard TIMES, a New Novel, by Chas.
III Dickens.
The Metallic Wealth Of the United States, de-
scribed and compared with that of other countries,
by J. ID. Whitney.
Memoirs Of Joseph John Quincy, with selec-
tons from his Journal and Correspondence. Ed.
tied by Joseph Bevan Braithwaite, in 2 vols.
Memories over the Water, or Stray Thoughts
Of Long Stroll by Henry Manly.
On sale al TAYLOR 81 MAURY'S
Aug Is Bookstore, near 9th st.
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THE NATIONAL HOTEL,

IN this city, Will be re-Opened for the re-
i ception Of guests on the 9th of this month.
The removal Of the Kitchen from the basement 10
the rear of the building and the alterations in and
about the Dining Rooms, will add greatly TO the
convenience and comfort of its guests. The table
will be furnished with the best the markets can
Afford and served in the best style, and expense
or labor will be spared 10 render the house, in
every respect, equal TO any in the country. The
subscriber therefore, trusts that generous public
will continue the liberal patronage which has al
ways been extended 10 the house. Persons de.
string 10 procure rooms for the winter, can do so
at any time after the Goth, by calling at the Hotel.
f. ID. WILLARD.
Washington city, November Ia, 1854.
Nov l6-tf
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CERvANTs CLOTHING.--A very large
- and extensive assortment OF Ready Made
Clothing suitable for servants, at very low prices.
For sale by
WALL g. STEVENS,
322, Penn. avenue, next door TO Iron Hall.
JAMS (News9
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LOVEsi GLOVEsi GLOVES Fifty
" Dozen Bujou's and Alexander's Fine Kid
Gloves, all sizes and colors.
Ribbons and FlopTs.
An assortment Of fine French Flowers, Feathers,
and Ribbons.
Fans for the Erening.
5 Pearl Stick Fans, elegantly carved.
10 Fins Ivory -
81 Sandal Wood " finely perforated.
100 In Bone, Satin Wood, and Papier Mache, &c.
Combs, Perfamey, DC, dc.
Another fresh supply Of Lubns Extracts.
Twelve Shell Tuck Combs, latest Paris style.
Just opened at PAkkEhS
Fancy and Perfumery Store, under National
Jan ll--3t Hotel, Penn. avenue.
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ess- stimulating Eminent, as prepared at

gss- Stimulating Liniment, as prepared at
GlLMAN'S Drug Store, is deserving of the high
est commentator a cure for Chronic and Acute
Rheumatism. II seldom, if ever, fails 10 give
speedy and permanent relief This Lniment has
been prepared by Y. ID. Gilman, chemist Of this
city for many years, and since its introduction has
been extensively used by many Of the most re-
spectacle families in the District and vicinity, 10
whom reference can be made at any time 10 its
magical effects in curing Rheumatism, even in
elderly persons, who had been sufferers for long
time. II was originally made for horses for the
cure OF lameness, saddle gals, &c, and is now
much used Tor such purposes, being an invaluable
article wherever Lnment is required either for
man or beast May %
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Fire at Monroe.

Fire at Monroe.
MONROE, N. Y, January 15.-A fire, which oc-
CURED here yesterday morning, destroyed the
Exchange Hotel, the House telegraph Office, and
four stores. Loss not ascertaincd. The hotel
was valued al ifteeu thousand dollars and insured
for nine thousand dollars.
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NOR SALE, a large and well-selccte

EoR SALE, large and well-selccted
I stock Of Wines, Liquors, and Groceries, to-
gether with Store Fixtures, almost entirely new.
The owner, being DESTROYS OF changing his present
business, offers his entire Stock and Fixtures for
sale. To any one wishing to embark in the Gro
Gerry Business rare opportunity is now offered.
The position and size Of the store, as well as the
family trade Of the same, are unexceptionable.
For further particulars address I. E. d., with real
name, through the post Office. Jan. ll-3tf
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Convicted OF Aiding q Fugitive Slave To
frarar Escape.
MILWAUKEE, January l3.-S. M Booth has been
found guilty Of assisting the escape Of fugitive
slave named Glover.
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Clio REWARD.--Lost, from the baggage
'R i ~ car, on Saturday, the 10Th instant, on the
Genilemans Overcoat, which was wrapped In a
cloth bearing the name Of residence and strapped
on the top Of trunk; also, new Leather Strap
and Buckle from another trunk belonging to the
same person. The advertiser considers this an
occasion TO represent 10 the owners and mana.
gers Of the railroad on this route that for the com
fort Of passengers and security Of baggage, an in
creased responsibility should be required Of their
agents. 1
Any communication addressed to the Office of
National Infeigsnoev will be received, and on re-
turning the article lost, the above reward will be-
paid. Nov 26--tf
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GENTLEMEN In want Of good fitting
NJ Dress Shirts of superior pattern and style
can be accommodated Sure fl or no sale.
BUTT & HOPKINS,
Temple of Fashion, corner of 9th street
and Pennsylvania avenue.
D.c l2-eo2wIf
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MRS. T.. IL. ALEXANDER can accom-
lyl modate few Gentlemen with Board or a
Lady and Gentleman, on ! street, between 9th
and 7th, No. 500. The House is situated short
distance from the Patent Office and other Depart
ments. Nov i0--tf
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ID EADY MADE CLOTHINC.-Member
III of Congress wishing to provide themselves
with Superior Garments for the Winter, will fine
an elegant assortment at
WALL 81 STEPHENS,
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THE Southern COMMERCIAL CONVENTION met at
New Orleans on the sth On the 9Th General
Lamar, Of Texas, was elected president. Ten
states were represented, and 100 delegates were
present-s3 from Louisiana. Resolutions were
offered for the Improvement OF Galveston bar and
harbor, and for the establishment Of marine hos
pitsl there. On the 10th no business Of impor-
lance was transacted
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DEATH or AN Ex-ARMy oFFIcER.-Capt Ethan
A. Allen, formerly Of the United States Artillery,
died at his residence in Norfolk county, Virginia,
on the 9th instant, in the 9Th year Of his age.
Captain Allen was born in Vermont, was ednca-
ted at West Point, and served in the army until
its reduction in 1921. His brother Captain Hanni-
bal Allen, died while in command Of Fort Nelson,
Norfolk hsrbor, about the year 1874 They were
the only sons Of General Ethan Allen, of Revolu.
tionary fame.
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MY COURTsHIP AND ITS CONsE-
Nl QUENCES, by Henry Wikof, the History
and Poetry Of Finger Rings, by Charles Edwards; ;
The World Workshop, by Ewbank; The New
Congressional Directory. On sale at
TAYLOR & MAURY'S
Jan. Is. Bookstore, near 9th 81.
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EOR RENT-Two large sire fIrnished
l kooms--Chsmber and Paror--at the corner
OF New York avenue and Ninth street, No 367,
Nov lS-tl
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A CARD.-Our patrons and the public I'm
IA general are most respectfully informed that
we have this day, the llth instant, opened, with
a large additional stock, bur New Music Depot NJ
the corner of Pennsylvania avenue, Eleventh, and
d streets, where Music and Musical Merchandise
of every description can be found on the most
reasonable terms.
A call is respectfully solicited.
Dec 12-eo3t HILBUS 81 HITZ.
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DLAvIN(: cAnDs.-w. o.zArsTAINGER
hasjust received very large assortment OF
the best American, English, and French Playing
Cards Of every description, and al the most rea
sonabe prices, wholesale and retail.
34 STATIONERS' HALL, II
Adjoining Kirkwood House.
Dec 7--3taw2wif n