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Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
SIGN OF THE SHIRT,
THE MISSISSIPPI AND ATLANTIC
CONNECTEDl

UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE!
ONLY SO HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
YORK! AND &c HOURS TO CINCINNTI!!
THICAGO & MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
~ The 0nty Railroad ks"s: I,o.. tAs LosD
TIME FROM ~ e oMIcAao ~ Assf cSIY 20 HOUR.
~. .r rsoa II The Estes Steamer WiNcHEsTEa leave.
The Alton wharf boat Al 81. Louis
daily Sundays excepied) al 7 o'clock, q m, AM
The REINDEER leaves the Alton wharf boat a.
st. Louis daily al $50, p. III.
The steamers connect at Alton (oniy 70 miller
from 81. LousI with express trains for
SPRINGFIELD. BLOOMINGTON, LASALLE,
CHICAGO, AND THE EASTERN CITIES.
Passengers leaving ST, Louis by the steamer
Winchester at 7, a.. m, take the cars at Alton al
10, q. m, aud arrive at Chicago the next morning
in time to take the earliest morning trains going
east.
Passengers leaving st. Louis BY the Reindeer
al 5.30 p. m., take the cars al Alton Saturday
cepted) al Q 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 al Chicago, and affords the most speedy
route from ST. Louis TO points on the Mississippi
river, al and above the Upper Rapids, as well az
10 points on the Illinois river at and above Pekin.
The trains of the g. and M railroad connect al
Carlinville Virdcu, Springfield, and Bloomington,
with good Stage Lines for Hiilsboro', Waverly,
Danye, Terre-Haute, Pekin, and Piona and also
with the Great Western Railroad al Springfield.
with the Grea, Western Railroad for Jacksonville,
aud Decatur, and Al Bloomington with the Illinois
Central Railroad Tor Lasalle.
NB THROUGH TICKETS, and Tickets TO
Chicago, can be had al the Offices Of the Michigan
Southern, The Michigan Central, and the New
York and Erie railroads, ST, Louis.
W. 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.
E. KEATING, Supt G. & M. R. r.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

NIODERN LANGUAGEs.-D. T.. Grous
NI a aative OF France, teacner Of Modern Ian.
guages, especially French, Spanish, and German.
rransstions made with correctness and punctu.
llily Professor Of Numesmatics, for the classif.
cuion and explanation of medals and coins.
Pennsylvania avenue, .outh side between 9th
and Hh streets, opposite Browns Hotel.
Furnished Rooms TO rent at that place.
Sep 2l-dif
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ENuTNE HEIDsIECK q CO. CHAM

ENYrvNE uEYD6IECK Il co. CHAM
Ut pagne--The subscribers having been APP
upoted by Messrs. Heldsieck q Co. 10 succeed
Mr. Charles Engler, heretofore sole agent IN the
in the United States for the sale Oh sneu vines
who this day retires from business respectfully
call the attention Of the public to the subloine1
card
The Messrs. Heidseck & Co., as SIT forth there
in Justly claim to be- alone enabled to send 10 this
country thegenuine HeidsieckG GCotSnampaigne,
under the same name end style as onginaiiy INTRO
duced into this market, now neariE thirty years
ago. they being sole proprietors Of az ne Identical
vineyards, cellars, &c, which ths1ounders ana
originators or thus ceIebrat~.l brat 9Au ownsa.
Such being the fsct, we seed not dwell upon The
superior quality oftheir Vines, ihe reputation OF
the same among the American public being already
identified with unsurpassed excellence.
We beg particularly 10 notice that their brand
still bears the same name OF Heldseck U Cop ~
full by which it first became so favorably known,
being thereby easily distinguished from other simi-
lar marks which have since sppearad. +
New YoRx, January !, 1851.
CRAMER q ABEGG,
Successor to Charles Engler,
and sole importers in the United States
STANISLAUS MURRAYis our sub-agent for
Washington and 0eorgetowE, D. O., and Alex
andria, Va.
CARD-Upon the dissolution Of the old
6rm Heidsieck u Co., in 1884 the senior partner,
who had the sole charge Q, It's liquidation, con.
tinued the business, retaining exclusive possession
Of the vineyards, vaults, kc, 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 to our own, which have ap
peared and may hereafter appear in this market,
the name Of our frm in full will DO found on the
labels and around the corks.
RHEIMs, Mayeh S, lS46.
Feb S-d2m HElDSlECk q W.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
PROSPECTUS
or THE
NINTH VOLUME OF THE
WASHINGTON SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS,

Devoted to CRY Afs,rs, ESreossor, Litsrafurs,
and General ImsliSsncs
TTyHE Ninth Volume Of this Paper being
about to be commenced, the proprietor and
editor after making his grateful Acknowledgements
for the steady support which hc has received dur.
ing the last eight years, respectfully soiicits q
continuance OF the same and such additional sry-
psrf n. will enable him 10 continue his paper, as
an independent journal, and IN the support OF
tho.. conservative aud constitutional principles
which were involved in the late municipal elec-
ton, and which il is his fixed purpose to maintain,
so long as he is connected with this or any other
public journal On his future course the editor
deems II unnecessary TO dllate. Suffice u to say,
,ba, 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 propriety, TO
maintain the constitutional rights Of every native
and adopted citizen, and to oppose every secret
organization that is founded on q proscrptive and
exclusive basis. What he intends 70 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 triends OF civil and
religious liberty, he respectfully appeals for ade.
The Semi. Weekly News will shortly appear in
an improved dress.
The paper and business card. per snnum.. 80 90
The paper without business card, ~ paid in
advance or within one month from date
Of aubscription). .......,.'...... i 90
The paper without business card v not paid
within one month from date OF subscriP-
tion. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 90
Payabls In advance, or monthly in all eases
Subscribers and annual advertisers will be
charged for the whole wear.
No paper discontinued until all arrssrases are
paid, except at the option Of the editor.
Persons leaving the city or declining business
may dscontnus on payment Of srrssrs.
kog o0@
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MistkIIaMkgns.
GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
YIyuYS BEAUTIFUL BURIAL PLACI

YTNuIS BEAUTIFUL BUHAAA FAAChS
III the Dead having just been dedicated with
appropriate ceremonies for the purpose, 10 now
open for the reception Of the remains OF deceased
persons. /,
The Mausoleum has capacity for hundred
bodies, in which such frends Of the dead, az 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
pubIicly for sale, (although they usually bring =
preminm,) making the early selections Of lots the
most desirable. 80.
Until an Office is established in the city Of Wash.
ngton, applications will be punctually attended TO
at the present Office IN the east wing Of the Duo-
ing on entering the Cemetery.
Visiters are requested not TO drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds. rx,e
NIB. Glenwood is situated a short distance
due north Of the Capitol Aug II--Sm
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
T.. ID. Winter,
OF PENNSYLVANIA.
RIO WHO HAVE CLAIMS To COL

FUO ALL w HO HAt T. CLAinS Nv SoL-
Il lect.--I am again Collector in Fairfax county,
Virginia, for Two years from this day. My official
bond, with ample security, was given a. June
court 18th June. intend TO devote my attention
entirely to my business. From my long expert
ence in my business, acquaintance with the peo-
pie, and faithful discharge Of my duties heretofore,
am induced TO solicit portion OF the public col
lections from those who intend 10 place their
claims in the hands of an officer or agent. will
take claims on any persons in my county for any
amounts and fjust6ed, will attend TO the collec-
tons Of claims in the adjoining counties.
If any reference is wanting, would refer TO the
clerks OF my county and the attorneys Of the bar
here. All communications must be post paid.
Claims out of the State should be fully auihent-
Gated before sent 10 me for collection; will col
lect in my official capacity or as agent, as may be
requested; it, as an officer charge legal fee only
and which il the claim is made, the defendant has
always TO pay; and If as agent, the plaintiff must
pay me ten per cent. il collected or sucured, and
any legal cost may be at 10 secure the debt.
SPENCER JACKSON,
Fairfax courthouse, Virginia.
Sent 12-1m
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MisfeIlankgus.
SHIRTS. sHIRTs!! sHIRTS.!

SHIRTS! SHIRTS!! SHIRTS"!
QUALITY, fit, and workmanship guaran-
VI tied, being wholly manufactured by our arils
ans and seamstresses on the premises Of the pro
prietor,
Opposite the United States Hotel.
The reputation which these Shirts have acquired
amongst Members of Congress and a large mum.
ber Of our citizens, induces the advertiser TO in
vite 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 seamsffcsses are engaged, which is a guar
lntee forthe exceency and dufahiuy of tho wQIx
A splendid assortment OF Shirts, Collars, 10
SONS, Cravats, handkerchief, Snspenders, &c.
constantly on hand.
WIN. H. FAULKNER,
8. side Pa avenue, bet. and Al streets,
Nov c-eo1v. fmI opposite ". =. Hotel
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

@ TONE QUARRY.-Ia am prepared to fur
y nish from my quarry, opposite the Little Falls
and adjoining the quarry Of the late Timothv
O'Neale, any quantity Of stone that may be needed
for building purposes. Apply 10 the undersigned
at his house on H, between 18th and 20ih streets,
in the First ward, or TO Mr.. Paine, NJ the quarry
July 27 WILLIAM II. SCOTT.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
+. cENCY AT wAsHINGToN.--T,


n Claimants.-FRANCIS A. DICKINS con.
linues 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 oi
patents for the public lands, and procuring scrip
Tor Virginia bounty land warrants and the confr.
nation by Congress Of grants and claims 10 lapds
claims for properly lost in taken for the service
OF the United States property destroyed BY th,
Indians, or while IN the possession OF the United
States; invalid, revolutionary, navy, widows, and
hali-pay pensions; claims for revolutionary ser.
Wees whether for Communication, haf-pay, OF
bounty lands also claims for extra and back pay,
SC. OF soldiers sailors and marines; as well those
against the State of ofVrginia, the United States
all claims, growing out of contracts with the gov
ernment for damages sustained in consequence OF
the action or conduct of the government; and, in.
deed any business before Congress the public of
Rces which may require the aid Of agent s,ior
ney. His charges will be moderate, and depend
ing upon the amount OF the claim and the extent
Of the service.
Mr.. T A. Dickn. is known TO most ofthose who
have BEEN in Congress within the last few years
or who have occupied any public attention Al
Washington.
His oaice is on Fifteenth street, opposite to the
Treasury Department, and next door to the Bsnk
Of the Metropolis.
All letters must be postpaid.
Sep 2S-lyd (m)
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

N1 RW YEARS DREsENTs.-M. w
IN GAIT n BRO. wil open this day msgnif
cen, assortment Of Watches, Jswelvy Silver Ware,
and Fancy Goods, suitable for prssests, to which
thSv invite the auensson OF purchassre
n w. GAIT q BROTHER,
Jan a--A psnn. av, bssv. oh sad 10Th ".
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

TINDER GARMENTS just rcceived.-i
" have Just opened full supply of Gentle
meus Under Shirts and Drawers, silk, fnerino,
lambswool Scotch do, Shaker, aud Canton Elan
nels, txc., which am now prepared TO dispose OF
at the most reasonable prices.
LANES
Gentlemen's Furnishing Store,
Sra 90 Penn. avenue, near ~ ST..
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

NEW YORK, May ., leS3.-The UNDER
IN signed has this day opened an Office, No. ~
William street, (Mercbants' 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--u EMANUEL =. HART.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

NOVELTIES, Inventions, and Curiosities
IN in Arts and Manufactures.-Price SO cents
Gays Fables. profusely illustrated.
The Ladies' aud Gentlemens Letter Writer.
Shooting, by r. Blakry.
just imported from England bv
TAYLOR 81 MAURY,
Oct IS Bookstore near 9Th st.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

"ARPER'S MAGAZINE tor September is
III magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SHILLrScTos's book
store.
The great Illustrated Magazine Of Art for Sep
tember 10 one OF the best that has been issued.
Leslie's Ladies' Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions.
The Knickerbock~r Magazine for September
Csodey's Lady's Book, Grahsms Magazine, AND
Putnam's Magazine, all for September received
and for sale at
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
TAKE NOTICE.
NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVE

NEW GOODS JUST RECEfvED.
N w. BROWNING, MERCHANT TAILOR,
under the United States Hotel, would 70.
spscifully inform his customers and the public
generally, that he has just received New FAN and
Winter Goods, in great variety. such - Clotns'
Cassimeres, and Vsstings, of the latest imports
ton, and is prepared TO have them made up q
the shortest notice. in the most fashionable man
ner, and a, low rates of prices.
Having made arrangements 10 go into the
q Ready-made Clothing business" extensively this
season. he feels confident that he can oher to
those wishing 10 purchase stock Of Cothing
moi inferior TO any in this city, and not made up al
the north. as is usually the case with work SOLO
here; but cut in his own establishment, and made
by our own needy citizens in this duil season. al
low rates of prices. He is enabled therefore, 70
compete with northern work in point Of prices
and as 10 quality and style he will leave for those
who favor him with call TO Judge.
He can sell whole suits, Coat, PaHts, and Vest,
at the following low rates:
Good suit for business purposes, out OF cloth or
cashmere, for the small sum OF. $lo
Dress and Frock Goats, from $50 10 $20
Over.coats Of different styles, from. .$l2 to 80
Black and fancy Pantaloons, from. So oO TO $lO
Silk and velvet Vests, from. m.........S2 % $l0
This stock of Clothing is of superior quality,
and has been made up since he received the fall
and winter fashions.
He keeps constantly on hand large assortment
Of fancy articles-such as gloves, cravats, collars,
umbrellas, &c.
Sole agent for the sale Of Scou's Report OF
Fashions in this city.
GENT li-tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
RECOMMENDATIONS.

v. ;. Navy YARD, GosPoRT VA.
January 20, 1854.
To c. g. Dansold, President ~. :. Zane Co., ~ 4
SIR; A series Of experiments conducted by me
with th- utmost care, during the past three years
upon ali Tho various paints and artificial prepare
lions for the preservation Of timber, have led me
10 the important discovery that the White Zin,
Paint, mannfac,uredby the New Jersey Zinc Com
pany, serves 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, a.
Washington and shall send with il complete sc
ries OF specimens OF wood ano i--etal plates, which
were covered with the different paints and pre-
para,ions, and then exposed alike for an entlr,
season, in -ali water, opposite this navy yard o.
of which illustrates. in the most striking manner
the invaluable qualities and decided superiority o
your White Zinc Paint over all other kinds
paints especially for marine purposes
You are al liberty TO give full publicity TO the
above stated facts, which of too much impor
tance TO be KEEP, from the naval and commercial
world. am, respectfully, your obedlent servant
JAMES JARVIS,
Inspector u. s. Navy Yard, Gosport, Va
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Posr OrrIcr, WasAingt0n City. D. c.

Pcsr OFFICE, Washington City. D. c.
November %, 1854.
MAILS for Cumberland, Maryland; Clarks-
INl burg and Wheeling, in Virginia Zsnes-
vile, Columbus, and Cincin nnati, in Ohio; Mays
Vile and Louisville, in Kentucky and India
nopoiis, 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., 1855-02-11

CHIRTs MADE TO oORDER.-STEvENs
- Browns Hotel, is prepared TO make Shirts ts
measure and warrants them in all cases TO fl.
Gents troubled with bad fitting Shris can bt
suited at STEVENSS
Dec 7-3lif Ss'esroom, Browns Hotel.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

TAPER MOISTENER.-.AN New Inven-
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 w,ii DC
found an indispensable article for every Desk. II
is perfectly simple and cheap, and must come in
TO general use.
ions of the Press:
P.prR MorsTEyER- new and very neat use
full invention for moistening post Office stamps,
envelopes, sheets in a copying book, counting
bank bills &c. This does away with the disagree
able method of moistening stamps, &c, with the
tongue. 1t is a patent article, vary simple and
cheap, and will be universally adopted as soon as
IL 10 seen.-Boaon Transc, ipf, Sept. 1894.
PAPER MoIsTESER.-A new invention for mois-
tening postage stamps, envelopes, sheets in q
copying book counting bank bills, &c. The
common way Of mo stening stamps with the
tongue is very disagreeablc aud announcement ;
also the usual way OF wetting sheets in a copying
book by using brush which has 10 be dipped In
water, Is inconvenicnt 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
purposes. II is also perfectly simple and cheap,
and mus; come into general USE Boston Post,
Sept, 1854.
PaPrp MorsTESRR-A newly invented and very
useful little contrivance for moistening postage
stamps and envelopes and for wetting sheets IN
a copying book, &c II costs but little, and will
save the tongue good deal OF unpleasant work
Boston TrapeAsr, Sept, 1854.
TAYLOR IL MAURY,
Ian. II Bookstore, near 9th st.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
T,O SENATOR'S AND MENBERs OF

i the House of Representatives.--Ag gentle
man who has had twenty years experience as q
parliamentary, legal, and 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 10 do, either for
the press or of any other description. Desiring
some mode OF employing those hours until the ad-
ournment Of the present session Of Congress, he
10 perfectly Indifferent to the character Of the
writing he may be required to perform, and will
perform il upon the most reasonable terms. Com.
muncations addressed 10 p. B. T., At Mrs Wards,
corner OF ~ street and Missouri avenue, will meet
with prompt attention. References Of the highest
order. Feb 2-u
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

gTNRAVELING and Packing Trunks Of
il all qualities.--A large variety constantly on
N' WALL q STEVENS,
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
CPLENpID Pianos, Great Barg.in. i

CPLENOID PIANOS, Great Bargains.-
- The subscriber has just received two more OF
hose very handsome Rosewood Pianos, iron
frames, seven octaves, which, for richness Of tone
and huish, will compare most iavorably with any
other instruments for sale In this District. Those
heretofore sold by the subscr'b-r have sivs~ r~s-
ect satisfaction, and the manufacturer intends TO
put them al such low price as 10 place them
means.
Persons wishing 10 purchase a superior and
really reliable Piano Of warranted durability arc
respectfully invited give these instruments the
most critical examination. They will be disposed
# on accommodating terms, either for cash or
approved notes, and in every instance a guaranty
will be given.
As there is a growing demand for this particu-
lar manufacture, the subscriber has made arrange
menis tor a constant supply
Great bargains may e expected.
w. G. Z.ANTZINGER
Nov l2--6td
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

OFrTcK OF THE N. Y. AND LIVERPOOL U. 9.
MAn STEAMSHIP Co., Jan. 81, 1854.
The steamers OF this company use exclusively
the Zinc Paint manufactured by the New Jerse,
Zinc Company, experience having proved its de
cided superiority over all other paints.
EDWARD X. COLLINS, Agent.
Anr 7-eolnl
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11

nRESERVES, JAMS. JEALAEsS, AMI
Marmaladc, &C., viz;
Peaches. Ounces, Damsons, Blackberries,
Strawberries and Rsspberries, 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 Crab Apple Msrnalades.
Peaches and Pine Apple in cans, hermeiically
sealed, Jeies.
Pine Apple, Peaches, Green Cages, preserved
iu brandy.
These Preserves, Jellies, &c, are of the best
quality, put up to our order for our .ales
SHEKELL BROTHERS,
No 40, opposite Centre Market.
Washington sentinel., 1855-02-11
THE ART UNION or LONDON. Plar

VA IL AMI UT AONDOtSs s@AA
for the current year. The list is now open
aud every subscriber Of s5 SO will be entitled TO
/. An impression OF a Plate, by J. T. Willmore,
A. X. A., from the original picture, by JJ. Chalon,
II. A., "A Water Parry"
IL. A volume containing thirty Wood Engra.
wings, illustrating subjects from Lord Byrons
poem Of !" Child Haroide !" and
Ill The chance Of obtaining one Of the Prizes
TO be allotted at the general meeting in April,
which will include
The righ, 10 select for himself a valuable work
OF art from one ofthe public exhibitions.
Sia,uvries in bronze Of Her Majesty on horse
back, by T. Thorn-ycroh.
Copies in bronze from an original Model in re-.
li-fby X. Jefferson OF The entry OF the Duke OF
Wellington into Madrid"
Statueues in porcelain or parisn
Proof impressions OF a large lhhograph, by 4 Il
Maguire. after the original picture by W. z. Firth.
H. A., The Three Bows" from Molieres bour.
geais Gsnlihomme."
Honorary Secretaries for Washington. Messrs
TAYLOR & MAURY, BOOKSELLERS Jan. "a
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MistfIIaneUns.

COMMENTARIES on the Jurisdictioh'
I ,prac,ice. aud Peculiar Jurisprudence of the
Courts Of the United States, VOL !, by George
Tckaor Curtis.
History OF the Crusades, their Rise, Progress,
and Results, by Major Proctor, Of the Royal
Military Academy.
Cummings Lectures on the Seven Chufcnos'
On sale at
TAYLOR ~ MAURY'S Bookstore.
Nov16 near 9th street.
ENTS' SCARFS. TIES, CRAVArS, dc.
(T Every variety OF size, style, AMI shape OF
new and desirable Scarfs, Napoleon Ties, Cra.
yais &c, of late importation, aud az moderate
uriors al STEVENS'S H
Dec T--Jttf t5afS~roosss, h~o-- ~ ~ ot1i-