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All these papers TO be made OF the best mate
rails, and finished in the best manner and free from
adulteration. A contract will be entered into Tor
supplying the quantities. stated, al such times as
the public service may require; but the privilege
is reserved Of ordering greater quantity OF either
kind should greater quantity be required at such
times and in such quantities as may be deemed
necessary.
Samples Of each kind of paper must accompany
each bid, and all proposals and samples must be
transmitted 10 this Office free OF postage or other
expense.
Each proposal must be signed by the individual
or firm making it, and must specify the price per
pound, and the consequent price per ream tand
but one price, of each description of paper.
All the paper must be delivered al such place or
places as may be designated, in good order, Tree OF
all and every extra charge or expense, and sub
ject to the inspection, count, weight, and meas
urement Of the Superintendent, and be in all re
spects satisfactory.
Blank forms for proposals will be furnished al
this Office to persons applying for them and none
will be taken into consideration unless substanti'
ally agreeing Herewith.
Bonds, with approved securities, WILDE required;
and the supplying Of an inferior article, or failure
TO supply the quantity required at any time, VIII
be considered violation OF the contract.
Each bidder is required to furnish with his pro-
posals satisfactory evidence OF his ability 10 exc
cute it, and any proposals unaccompanied with
such evidence will be rejected.
Proposals will be addressed 10 the "Superin-
tenden OF the Public Printing, Capitol of The Uni
ted States, Washington" and endorsed, Propo-
sails for Supplying Paper
A. G. SEAMAN,
Superintendent of Public Printing
Jan 2S-3tawtd
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One Week Later from California.

New YORK, Feb. 25.--The steamer George Law
arrived here this morning. with California dates TO
the LIST instant and S1,l13,000 in specie, and 30f
passengers, including General Echinque the Pre-.
sident elect of Peru.
The names Of the principle consgnees on the
specie list are as follows: Messrs. Duncan, Sher-
man, Co., $4,000; Adams 81 Co., 1857, 1000;
Wells, Fargo, 81 Co., S10s,0o0; Drexel a. Co.,
100000; Metropolitan Bank, $4,000; William
Hoge 81 Co, $4,000.
The transit Of the Isthmus was regularly made
from ocean TO ocean by the Panama railroad, the
formal opening of which was to take place on
the Goth.
The South American mail steamer had not ar
rived at Panama, consequently we are without
later dates from that region II was feared that
some accident had befallen the steamer.
Later dates from Bogota mention that the inte-
rlor OF the country remained perfectly tranquil.
The California papers TEEN with more than the
average record OF crime. George Sheldon was
hung at Oaklands by mob native Californian,
and two Chilians, had suffered death in like man
ner on the San Joaquin, for cattle stealing. But
they also confessed 10 having committed hume
rous murders.
The Indian troubles in the neighborhood oil
Klamath river were becoming alarming. A num-
Der OF white men had been killed, and some thirty
Indians. 1t was feared there would be general
rising among the Indians of the north.
Rains had again set in, much to the qualification
of the miners.
Business continued exceedingly dull at about
previous rates. Hams, dry and in salt, II cents
new butter, AZ cents -four dull-Gallego Il
Haxal, SIS so.
The Senatorial question remained in statu quo
Thirty-eight ballots had been had without maieri.
ally changing the former result.
The Legislature had passed bill appropratng
ST. 900 for each member. The Governor refused
to sanction it, but subsequently it was passed in
spite OF the veto--yeas SIS, nays 81.
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nsy- stimulating Liniment, as prepared Al

Mss- Stimulating Liniment, as prepared at
GlLMAN'S Drug Store, is deserving of the high
est commentator as a cure for Chronic and Acute
Rheumatism II seldom, if ever fails 10 give
speedy and permanent relief This Liniment has
been prepared by z. D. Gilman, chemist of this
city for many years, and since lis introduction has
been extensively used by many of the most re-
spectacle families in the District and vicinity, 10
whom reference can be made al any time as 10 its
magical effects in curing Rheumatism, even in
elderly persons, who had been sufferers for l9ng
time. It 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 a Liniment is required either for
man or beast. May 30
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M5- Special Notice.-HENRY'S INVIGOR
ATING CORDIAL.-The merits of this purely
ton, &c, &C. are fully described in another col
umn ofihs paper, TO which the reader is referred
SO per bottle, bottles for SIS, six bottles for SIS,
SIC per dozen. Observe the marks Of the gem
uine.
Prepared only by s, E. COHEN, No. 8 Franklin
Row, Vine street, below Eighth, Philadelphia
Pennsylvania For sale by all the respectable
druggists and merchants throughout the country
and by w. H. GILMAN, Washington, d. G.
CANDY g.. HATCH, Baltimore
PEEL IL STEVENS, Alexandra, Va.
May "a Wholesale Agents for Virginia.
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UT Sick Headache Remedy,-A remedy fo

III Sick Headache Kemedy.-A remedy for
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 IT. but also because
there are so great number of people who are af
hcted with the distressing complaint, for which
no medicine has before been made public. DIR.
Eastman who discovered the efficacy of his s'rem-
edy," is physician in this city, in high standing,
with large practice. He is a physician in whom
great confidence is placed; and we do not wonder
that his remedy for very common disease, which
has been long needed, has atractedthe attention
ofall sufferers from headache who have heard of it,
From our own knowledge of DR.. Eastmans char
acter and practice, we have no doubt that the med.
cine deserves the favor receives and that will
prove TO be great benefit 10 all who may give it
a trial.-Lyua News, Decsmber 90, 1858.
For sale in Washington by z. ID. GILMAN, and
by all the druggists. Apr2
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BOOK.-Origin Of the Con

COUTHERN BOOK. Origin of the Con-
y stituton; Incorporation of the General Gov
eminent by the States; rs national pubic agents
in trust, with no sovereignty; History of Copart-
nership Territories from the Virginia Deed, 1854,
to the Treaty with Mexico, 1913; Division of the
Public Lands Specific Duties; Origin and History
of the Puritans Origin aud Cause of Trouble be-
tween the North and South, and Jeopardy Of the
Republic; Legal mode Of Redress pointed out; by
w. b. Davis, Wilmington, North Carolina. Price
Two Dollars.
On Sale at BISHOPS Periodical store,
No 2l6 Pennsylvania avenue,
adjoining Wizards Hotel.
Jan 3O-2f
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The Exhibition.-The jurors on awards as
sembled yesterday morning, and were organized
into their respective classes. II will be well for
contributors TO look their interests during the
present week. They who have carefully locked
UP their cases and carried off the keys are likely
10 suffer in consequence.
We perceive that the receipts of Thursday Of
this week TO be set apart for the benefit Of the
poor Of Washington, and that those who usually
enjoy the privilege Of entering without pay are
requested not TO use their privilege on that day
Globe
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Supreme Court of the United States,
MONDAY, February &c, 1856.

Hon. Milton s. Latham, of California, Gustav
Miller and John H. White, esqrs., of New York
were admitted attorneys and counselors Of this
court.
No. IS. VIM. Judson, appellant, as. VIM. W
Corcoran. The cause was argued by Mr.. Coke
for appellant and continued by Messrs. Carlisle
and Bradley for the appellee.
Adjourned till tomorrow, IL o'clock
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Motiffs.

urCiaimants against the General Govern-
ment.--A meeting of the heirs Of Revolutionary
officers, and other claimants against the General
Government, is proposed 10 be held in the city OF
Washington on the 22d of February next for the
purpose OF taking into consideration the course OF
conduct which has been pursued by Congress
towards the just claims OF the citizens of the
United States, against the General Government,
and also the propriety of making the payment OF
just claims against the Government, Test al the
polls, and TO add plank 10 the political plat
form to that effect.
MANY CLAIMANTS.
Other papers throughout the Union, will please
give this an insertion. Jan. 30
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United States National Agricultural Soc
ciety.-The annual session Of this society will
commence tomorrow, at the Smithsonian Institu
ton. In the evening, 9. w. p. Gusts will de-
liver lecture on the subject Of the Farmer Of
Mount Vernon"
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FRENCH GENTLEMAN, with q
PROPOSALS FOR FURNISHING PAPER
FOR THE PUBLIC PRINTING.

OFFICE SUPERlNTENDENT PUBLiC PRINTING,
WASHINGTON, January 25, 1855.
TN Pursuance Of the provisions OF the act
il entitled" An act 10 provide for executing the
public printing" &c, approved August 20. 1852,
sealed proposals will be received at this Office, In
the Capitol, until Wednesday, the 2Sth day OF
March next, at l2 o'clock M, for furnishing the
following quantities and descriptions Of writing
paper, TO wit:
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SHIRTS, SHIRTS, SHIRTS

VARIETY BOOT AND SHOE STORE.
II AIDES ALPINE BOOTS.--Just re-
Ia ceived superior lot of Ladies' Black and
Brown Alpine Boots, together with large and
general assortment Of Ladies, Gents, Misses
Boys, Youths, and Children's Boots and Shoes
for sale by GEO. BURNS,
$40 Pennsylvania avenue,
Adjoining Patterson's Drug Store.
Dec tNews)
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Gelegraphit.


New York, Feb. 26--Bill Poole the notorious
pugilist was fatally shot, in the street. last night
in this city. Baker and Turner, implicated in the
attack on Tom Hyer some time since, imp
Gated in the affair. Turner has been arrested
Poole received six balls in his body.
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Judiciary Bfl.-Accordns to present pros
poets, the bill which, by large majority, passed
the House Of Representatives, to reorganize the
courts Of the District Of Columbia, and TO reform
the laws thereof, stands "slim chance Of be-
coming law. The pressure Of the public busi-
ness in the Senate may prevent definite action
upon that, to our citizens, highly important sub
isct
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Eound GuiIty.

was tried at Canton, and yesterday convicted OF
arson in the second degree, and sentenced 10 the
State prison for life. His wife, convicted OF burg
larry in the third degree, was sentenced 10 Eve
years imprisonment
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DIANOs. PIANOs.-We have now IL

DIANOS, PIANOS!-We have now In
Il store the largest and most reliable stock Of
Pianos ever offered in this city, from the justly
nowned manufactures of Hallet, Davis 81 Co,
Boston; Bacon a. Raven, New York; and Knabe
Gaehle 81 Co., Baltimore; ranging in prices from
1925 TO $500.
In addition TO those in store, we have exhi.
bition at the Metropolitan Mechanics Fair, at the
Smithsonian Institute, four superb Pianos, made
expressly 10 order for this Exhibition, any OF
which we will dispose of on reasonable terms.
Also on hand, Guitars, Violins, Flutes, Accord
cons, Melodeons, Banjos, Strings, Music, SC.
Remember, nj the Piano, Music, Stationery,
Perlnmery, and Fancy Goods Store of
JOHN +. ELLIS,
BOG Penn. avenue, near 10th street.
Feb 05-3t
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Lost and Found.-The other night at the fair,
the promenade suddenly interrupted, at one
end of the Hall, by the dropping Of something
valuable from the hand Of young lady, or miss.
Persons in the immediate vicinity rushed TO the
scene, and, in moment, at least twenty persons
engaged in seeking for the lost treasure. The
search was attendedw with success; for, after seve-
raj minutes thus consumed, the LOST CENT was
found. The owner off appeared to be very happy
in consequence.
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MODERN LANGUAGEs.-D. I'd. oar

MODERN LANGUAGEs.-D. L.. Groux
lVl a native of France, teacner of Modern Ian.
guages, especially French, Spanish, and German
TRANSACTIONS made with correctness and punctu
atty. Professor Of Numesmatics, for the classf
cation and explanation Of medals and coins.
Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between 9th
and 7th streets, opposite Browns Hotel.
Furnished Rooms 10 rent at that place.
Sep 21--dtf
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ToHN II. sUTHMANN, Importer ana

u Dealer I'm Wine, Brandy, Cigars, Sc.
Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between -Four.
and-a-Hal and Sixth streets, has received his full
stock and assortment Of the above, consisting IA
part Of
Madeira, Sherry, Port of various grades, Cham.
payne, in quarts and pints, different brands
A great variety Of Rhine Wine some OF Il
sparkling.
Aso, 81. Perey sparkling red and white Claret
nj prices from 50 so per dozen 10 the highest
order.
And numerous other kinds OF Wine.
Also, very superior Cognac, pale and dark !;
Schcidam Gin, Jamaica Rum, fine old Wits
key, Irish Malt, Cordials, and Havana Ciga
Dec 20-2awifSw
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THE UNDERSIGNED would respect

FT"E UNDEhsIUNED WOuIu respect
IL fully inform his friends and citizens gene
rally that he has resumed the Grocery business,
and is now located at the corner OF Pennsylvania
avenue and Thirteenth street, where will be
found choice selection of Groceries, Teas,
Wines Liquors, Cigars, &c.
Special attention is invited 10 his assortment OF
Teas, Liquors, and Cigars.
The above goods are all OF the best quality, and
for sale very low for cash.
X. d. TWEEDY,
Corner Of Pennsylvania avenue and 18th street,
south side. Nov 3--dlw&eolw
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MATCHES, JEwELRY. SILVER

w and Plated Ware at Reduced Prices--In
anticipation of the approaching dull season, we
offer our entire stock Of elegant Gold Watches
Rich Jewelry, Pure Silverware, &c, a, greatly
reduced rates.
Persons would do well 10 examine our assert.
ment, which is by far the largest, most fashionable
and best selected ever offered to our customers.
M. w. GAIT & BRO,
324 Penn. avenue, between sth and 9th streets. !,
Feb l6--3tif
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DINE APPLE, Brandy, and Canad

DINE APPL Il, Brandy, and Canada
l Cheese.
LAWS Norton's brand Pine Apple Cheese, prime.
Superior Brandy Cheese, 1 ID. jars.
Do Canada do and ID. jars.
English Dairy, imitation Gloster and Cheshire.
Parmesan Cheese, 1 cake, in prime order.
DO do grated in glass jars, | ID. each.
For sale by SHEKELL BROTHERS,
Dec l3-3tif No. 40, op Centre Market.
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I ONGWoRTH's Native wines and Bran

r ONGWORTH,S Native Wines and Bran
Ia dies. Il have just received, and keep con-
stantly on hand, Sparkling and Dry Catawba, the
Sweet Isabella Wines, and Catawba Brandy.
These Wines are made from The pure juice of the
grape, and pronounced 10 be the most wholesome
beverage in use. B. JOST, Agent.
Also, Importer and Dealer in all kinds of Wines,
Liquors and Cigars, ISL Pennsylvania Avenue.
Jan. 30-2aw3m%
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FINE WATCHES q RICH JEwELRY.

FINE WATCHES & RICH JEWELRY.
/" q. HOOD, Pennsylvania avenue, between
I'LL IL and 9th streets, has just returned from
the north with good assortment of the most rich
and fashionable Jewelry in the market, which he
purchased for cash at very low prices, and now OF
fers 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.
N. b. Special attention paid 10 the repairing 10
ne watches by w. w. Hollingsworth. Apr2
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DIAPER MOISTENER, new Invention
j for mostening the leaves Of copying book,
postage stamps, envelopes, and moistening the
fingers when counting bank bills Also useful for
various other purposes. II will be found an indis-
pensable article for every desk. II is perfectly
simple and cheap, and must come into general
use. Agents for Washington,
TAYLOR 81 MAURY,
Jan IS Booksellers, near 9th ST.
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CUTLERY. ALRATA FORKS

VNABLE CUTLERY, ALBATA FORKS
Il and Spoons, &c.-1Just received large as
sortment of superior Table Cutlery of every va
riety.
Also, every style Of the finest quality Albata
Forks, Spoons, Tea Sets, Cake Baskets, Casters,
&c, which will be found the best substitute for
real silver ever discovered
NJ. w. GAIT 81 BRO,
324 Penn. avenue, between 9Th and 10 streets.
Feb l6--3tif
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NEErRoPoLLTAN MECHANICs, Inc

METROPOLITAN MECHANICS' IN
IVl STITUTE-By order of the Board OF Man.
agement, the net proceeds of the Fair on Thurs
day next, March Let, will be appropriated for the
benefit Of the poor the city.
And also that no deposition be admitted during
the day and night, without pay ticket.
Members and others entitled TO free admission,
are requested not TO use their privilege on that
day. BY order,
p. M. PEARSON,
Feb. 27--3t Rec Secretary.
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NEW CITY DIRECTORY.-wash ington
IN and Georgetown Directory, just published.
Congressional Directory for the Second Session
ofthe Thirty.Third Congress the United States
OF America.
For sale at TAYLOR 81 MAURY'S,
Feb % Bookstore, near Ninth stree,
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THE NATIONAL HOTEL,

this CITY All be re-opened for the re-
u ception Of guests on the 9th Of this month.
The removal of the Kitchen from the basement TO
the OF the building, and the alterations in and
about the Dining Rooms, will add greatly 10 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 no expense
or labor viii 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 TO the house. Persons de-
string 10 procure rooms for the winter, can do 30
at any time after the Goth, by calling at the Hotel
Z. ID. WILLARD.
Washington city, November H. 1854.
Nov l6-tf
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AGENCY AT WASHINGTON CITY.
(OGes on r Street, near Fourteeath Street,
TO CLAIMANTS

TO CLAIMANTS.
JULIUS T.. MEIERE,
Late Of the Pension Office, will attend promptly
to all business entrusted to him, and will give
special attention to the prosecution Of claims for
Pensions, bounty Land, Land Patents,
Scrip, Back, Pay, &C., &C.
REFERENCES:
Hon. Lewis Cass, United States Senate.
Hon. James Cooper, United States Senate.
Hon. r. T. Westbrook, House Of Reps.
Hon. T. B. Florence, House of Reps.
Hon. t. d. Disney, House of Reps
Jonah u. Hoover, esq, Washington,
Richard Wallach esq, Washington
Hon. John Wilson, Commissioner OF the Gen
eral Land Office
All communications must be prepaid and di,
rected as above. Ocl
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OFFICIAL ARMY AND NAVY REGIS.
" TER for 1855.
The Navy Register for the United States for The
year 1855.
Official Army Register for 1855.
Just published and for sale at
TAYLOR a. MAURY'S
Feb. 81 Bookstore, near 9th street.
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M ADEIRA NUTS, latest growth cash
lvl just received by
SHEKELL BROTHERS.,
No 40, opposite Centre Market.
Jan 6-3uf
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ALENTINEs, vALENTINEs.--A
v large assortment just received and for sale
Nv w. G. ZANTZINGER,
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TN HE CATHOLIC ALMANAC for d So,
u lust published and for sale at
TAYLOR & MAURY'S
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body 10 concur in the joint resolution which the
Senate had passed
The ceremony being over the ladies' retired, and
the Senate resumed the consideration OF the bill 10
promote the efficiency of the Navy. Mr.. MORTON
moved the indefinite postponement of the bill, but
it was not agreed 10. The amendments of the
House Of Representatives were then concurred in.
A bill was passed TO change the time of holding
the United States courts in Tennessee.
The post Office appropriation bill was taken up
and considered, and afterwards passed.
And the Senate adjourned
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NEW MUSIC.-w. G. ZANTZINGER has
in just received from the publishers, Firth,
Pond 81 Co., New York, aud George Wiiliee, it,,
Baltimore, an assoa,nen, of their latest publca,
tons.
Sss- Pianos tuned, warranted 10 give salts
faction.
STATIONERS' HALL,
adjoining Kirkwood House.
Dec l6--3tawf
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Cory of disclaimer Of w. ID. Porter IN has appiica.
tion for "an Improved still for making GOOD
gas pied august 5, 1854. Letters pattern issued
Augua22 1854.
81 do not claim IA my invention and discovery
the improvements in making gas from wood viz:
subjectng the products of destructive distilation
therefrom TO a high degree OF heat substantially
as has been described and for the purposes set
forth in the specification Of w. p. Mcconnell
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~ ENERAL Notions Of Chemistry. by j.
NJ P.louze and f. Frenzy, translated from the
French by Edmund G. Evans, M. ID.
Pebbles from the Lake Shore, or Miscellaneous
Poems, by Charles Leland Porter, A. M.
Brushwood picked mp on the Continent, or
Last Summers Trip 10 the Old World, by Orytlle
Horwitz. r. FARNHAM
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TO MEMBERS OF CONGRESS AND
STRANGERS.

WTATCHES.-Memb of Congress and
w others in want of perfect timekeepers would
do well 10 make their selections at once, in order
TO test their quality before leaving the city.
Our assortment for both Ladies and Gentlemen
was never so complete as at present, embracing
every description which we offer unusually low
M. w GAIT e. BROTHER
Penn avenue, between 9th and 10th streets
Jan Is