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DENsIoN LAws,-Thc last edition, COM

ii piled by the Commissioner Of Pensions in
1919 In addition, the resolutions, laws and ordi-
nances ofthc old Congress, showing the pay TO Of
6cers Of the line and the staff of the army, the hos
pta department, and medical staff and OF the
quartermaster's department; halEpay Of the line
under the resolve Of October 2lst, 1850 under
other resolutions, to officers, TO officers of themcd
ical department and medical staff, chaplains; and
commutaion pay under the resolution of March
22d 7S3; together with the names Of the officers
of the continental line Of the army in all the States
who served TO the end OF the war, and acquired
the right OF communication pay with the names Of
officers killed in battle, or who died in service.
Price 81 sent postage free to any part Of the Uni
ted States For sale at
TAYLOR 81 MAURYS Bookstore,
Feb IA Near NJ nth street.
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A VALUABLE FARM IN VIRGINIA,
~ IL Gll0 c resi- inr Sale Having leased for

a term of years, The Fauquier White Sulphur
Springs to persons whose high reputation war
ants the bellefthey will be kept in the best style,
the undersigned now offers for sale the valuable
farm which surrounds the Springs.
II contains upwards of $50 acres oflow grounds
remarkable for extraordinary crops Of corn, and
capable of being made the best possible meadows.
As part Of this land yielded 100 bushels ola single
acre. in Is 3, the twelfth year Of successive cult
vaton without manure and in 1854, bad as was
the season. produced 10 bushels-the Farm *
easily susceptible of division, aud is certainly one
Of the best in Virginia.
Terms: One-ihrd on the Isl of December next,
and the balance in one and two years thereafter,
with interest from date of delivery
For further particulars inquire of the subscriber,
by letters addressed TO +" Warrentoh Springs Vir-
gnia,n or TO Washington, ID. G.
May l--tf THOMAS GREEN
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Fishing.-Tbe lovers Of angling are now en-
loying themselves in the neighborhood Of Wash
ingion; the waters OF the Potomac, so well sup
piled with fish, attracting them 10 that beautiful
river. Many an old sportsman in this line, sup
piled with the best of tackle, and provided with a
large basket, which he is TO ill with the pis
catoral lreasure-and many youthful amateur,
displaying but Indifferent contrivances for catching
his prey--may be seen every day eq rom'e for The
numerous good fishing places. We suspect the
schoolmaster' has more absences TO note nowtban
he had a month ago before the rock, perch and
herring began 10 "bite" at the deceptive bait
Some Of the juveniles, however, are not choice in
their selections, resorting 10 the canal for their
supplies Of catfish and other stray spos, includ-
ing cells knowledge OF the fact that they were
obooked" in that common would not
sharpen the appetite for surfeit OF that descrip-
ton OF food or, at least the American epicure
would not particularly desire such dish
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

Accident.-While lad. named George Dyson,
was, on Sunday, showing his pistol 10 another,
named Owen Thorn, the selEcockng instrument
went OFF; the load so decorating the forefnger Of
Thorn's left hand that amputaton Of the limb be-
came necessary. These boys are scholars at
lached 10 Wesley Chapel Sabbath school, and had,
with other pupils, assembled in the room before
The commencement of the afternoon services II
is almost unnecessary to say that the unfortunate
occurrence caused moi little excitement on the
premises.
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The Public Healtif.-Thr Mayor Of Wash
in.ton ha~ issued proclamation with reference
10 nuisances and tue health OF the city, quoting
various extracts from the laws Of the Corporation,
which he SAYS he is determined toenforce. There
aore, housekeepers storekeepers, builders, and
others are notified OF what they may anticipate in
qe event OF infraciions, by them, of the municipal
ordinances.
The commissioners of the several wards have
been directed to 30 arrange their districts that
cart shall visit every alley and street in each ward
ior the removal of the RUBBISH oal, etc, of dwell
iings and stores at least once week, upon speci-
fed DAYS TO be made known by the commissioners
10 those interested # is suggested that the rub
Dish and oial designed 10 be removed be kept on
The premises, ia boxes or barrels at or near the
alley gate and, should there be no alley IN the
rear or on the side o. the premises. then, on the
specified days, the rubbish, etc, be placed at the
curbstone in boxes or barrels, for the convenience
Of removal.
The law from which the above is a provision
was passed two or three years ago; but hereto
fore il has been dead letter on the statutebook.
We trust that may be revived and, in the Ian
guage Of the Mayor "rigidly enforced" without
respect to persons; for the public health requires
that the streets and alleys be kept free Of such
offensive mater may poison the atmosphere,
and thus generate disease.
For the information Of housekeepers we will
add, that notices for the commissioners of the
several wards, in relation 10 this subject, may be
left al The several magistrates Offices, or delivered
10 The police officers or transmitted TO the Mayors
Office
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DURE sILvERWARE.--A Magnificent

DURE sILVERWARE.--A Magnificent
assortment.--M. w. GAIT & BRO call at
tention TO their unusually large assortment Of sly
verware, consisting Of
Solid silver Tea Sets, complete.
Silver Pitchers, solid silver Casters
Silver Cups and Saucers, Goblets
Silver Fish Carvers and Forks Crumb Scrapers
Cake Knives, Fruit Shovels, Sugar Sifers
Jelly Spoons, Cheese Scoups, Pickle Knives
and Forks.
Olive Spoons, Salad Tongs, Vegetable Forks.
Fruit Knives, Ice longs, Desert Knives.
Soup, cream, and gravy Ladies'.
Ice Cream Knives, Salt Cellars.
Napkin Rings, Butter Knives, Tea Stralners.
Tea, Table, and Desert Spoons, and Forks OF
every variety.
Breakfast and dinner Coffee Spoons, &c.
Also, very large assortment Of Fancy Silver
ware, suitable for wedding, birthday, and other
presents.
The above is by far the largest and most varied
assortment ever offered 10 our customers. Being
of our own manufacture, il is warranted pure al.
yer, and offered at as low rates as similar goods
can be purchased for in any city in this country.
M. w. GAIT & BRO,
Sign of the Golden Eagle
Penn av, between 9th and 10th streets.
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en- IndeIibIy, Manifold Writing.
THIS Article is absolutely the best portable
Inkstand in the known world, for a small
quantity folded and placed in the pocket consti-
tutes travelling Inkstand which cannot be bro
ken. No pen is needed, for any stick, sharpened
to point writes equally as well as the best gold
pen IN the universe. For drawing il is indspen.
sable. Il is, indeed, the whole art of Drawing and
Panting-taught III one lesson. Amy leaf, plant,
or flower can be transferred 10 the pages of an
album, with minute and distinct resemblance OF
nature. With equal facility, pictures and en-
brodery patterns taken, and have received
the highest euogiums from the fair sex and, in
deed, more tasteful present for lady could not
be produced.
THIS Magic Paper will also mark Lioen. or
other articles, as 10 remain perfectly indeble.
All the washing in the world fails 10 bring ii out
Any child can use II with perfect With
this Magic Paper, likewise, four copies
of every letter written can be secured without
any additional labor whatever, making II the
cheapest and most convenient article extant Ii
is used TO great advantage by reporters of the
public press, telegraphic operators, and hosts of
others.
Each Package contains four different colors-
Black Blue, Green, and Red, with full and printed
Instructions for all 10 use, and will last sufficiently
long to obtain Five Hundred distinct Impressions.
Ii is put up in beautifully enameed colored
Envelopes. with a truthful likeness of the Pro-
prietor attached. Each and every package war
ranted
~ Price So dozen; or five for one dollar.
Single packages 25 cents.
Address, post paid, n. HUBBELL,
No. i67 Broadway, New York.
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w Picturesque, Historical and Social with
Sketch Of the Early Life Of Napoleon translated
from the German by Edward Joy Morris. Price
81 so.
Lectures on English Literature from CHANGER
TO Tennyson, by Henry Reed. Price 81 IS.
Just published, and for sale al
TAYLOR 81 MAURY'S
Mar % Bookstore, near 9th 81.
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OPINIONS OF THE PRESS

HUBBELL's MAGIC IMPRESSION PAPER.-We.refer
our readers TO the advertisementn another col
umn, setting forth the merits of this pleasing and
ingenious invention. The cheapness should in.
duce all TO give it Philadelphia Merchant.
Ii is unsurpassed for neatness and utility, and
should meet with the sale il richly deserves
Tribune.
April 3-1m
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IyERLAND AND FOREIGN CORES

" pondence.-Taylor h Maury have just i'm
ported a small lot ofthe celebrated Overland and
Foreign Correspondence Paper, which will be
found ofan unusually fine quality.
Book and Stationery Store,
near 9th street
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TRAVELLING AND POST OFFICE IN
FORMATION.



The cars leave Washington daily at and 81
A. M, and 3 and Al p. M, except Sunday, on
which day they leave at D A. M. and Al p. M.
For Alexandria,
The Washington and Alexandria boats cave
hourly. Fare five cents.
For Rockville,
The stage leaves the Office, corner of ID and oth
streets, every morning at o'clock Fare 81.
For Upper Marlboro,
The stage leaves the Office, northwest corner of
D and Sth streets, every morning al o'clock.
Fare 81 SO.
For GordonsviIfe,
The cars leave Alexandria daily, al ~ O'Clock,
for Gordonsve and intermediate places
For Richmond,
The boat leaves the wharf at the terminus of
12lh street daily at 6 A. M, and o'clock, p. M.
For Leesburg,
The stage leaves the office, United States Hotel,
every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
California Steamers.
The regular mail steamers leave New York
the 9Th and Goth of each month. Persons DESTROYS
of writing from this city should mail their letters
on the Sd and 18th of each month, by p. M.
The Post ONCE.
The Northern and Eastern mail is opened at
O'Clock, A. M, and half-past II. Nj closes at 81
F. M. and p. Nj.
The Great Southern Mail is opened at s A. M,
and closes at P. M. The Southern Mail, as far
South Wilmington, North Carolina, arrives at
ndil- past IS Il. M. closes at - Il. M.
The Northwestern Mail is open at haf-past
Z. M, closes at p. M.
The Western Mail is open at o'clock, A. M,
closes at p. M.
The Norfolk Mail arrives al IL o'clock, p. M,
closes al p. M, daily, except Sundays.
The California Mail, direct, closes here the
Sd and 18th of each month, at Z. M.
The Warrenton Mail arrives at IL o'clock, A. NJ,
closes at 10 A. M
The Warrenton Springs Mail arrives at II
-, rIo M nd
Rates OF Postages
Each half ounce. under 1900 miles, prepaid 3
cents.
Each half ounce, prepaid, over 5000 miles 10
cents.
All printed matter in general-anywhere in the
United States
First three ounces. ....-........ l cent.
Each subsequent ounce. cent.
IL not prepaid, double these rates
But
Newspapers and Periodicals quarterly
in advance:
First three ounces. ! cent.
Each subsequent ounce. cent.
And, if weighing not Ii or, in the State
where published, one half Of the above rates, and
weekly papers, in the county where published,
free.
Small Newspapers and Perodicals-pub-
lished monthly or ofiener when sent in packages
weighing at least or, prepaid cent per or
Pamphlets OF l6 octave pages or less cent
an ounce.
Books, bound or unbound, weighing not more
than pounds may be sent by mail, for each o.
follows
Under 5000 miles, prepaid cent. Unpaid, laet.
Over g II" " 3 cts.
Fractions over a single rate are charged as one
rate.
Periodicals, in the sense used above, are
publications issued once in three months, or
oftener."
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

EIectioneering.--Both the Know. nothings
and the nt-Know-nothings are arousing them
selves for the municipal contest, 10 take place on
The first Monday Of June next; and nominations
have alrendy been made by these respective par
ties, though but few Of them have been publicly
announced General McCalla, it is said, will be
the candidate of the Knownothings for the office
of City Collector while il seems to be pretty well
understood that the present occupant of that re-
sponsible post, Mr. r. j. Roach, will be in the
field for re election.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01
Movements Of the Ocean Steamers.
FROM THE UNITED STATES.

Ships. Leaves. For. Date.
Asia. ....... Boston. 80. Liverpool. prl /
Baltic. New York. Liverpool. ..Apnl Is
FROM EUROPE.
Washington. Bremen, &c New York.. Mar. rs
America Liverpool. Boston. Mar. 81
Nashville. >. New York. Liverpool. april 7
Ess- The California Mail Steamers sail from
New York on the 9Th and Goth Of each month.
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CARD.
To the Ladies' of Washington, Georgeto,cn, ALea.
aHdrta. &C.
IENRY wEIRMN,S ladies. misses. md
tel IA

III children's French shoes are sold by the un-
dersgned on 18th street, just above Corcoran ~
Riggs Banking House, in his new building, with
the high marble steps, where he will receive la
dies orders, and keep constantly on hand every
variety of ladies', misses, and children's French
gater walking shoes, white and black satin CATERS,
slippers, &c. made 10 order by II. Werman, OF
Philadelphia OF the best French gaiter materials,
und in the latest Partisan styles These CATERS
are entirely different from what are generally
known as" slop-shop shoes = being all custom
work, OF superior workmanship, and warranted to
give perfect satisfaction
Ladies, who value beauty, comfort, and econ
omy, will consult their interest by giving me q
call, and examine for themselves.
G. WEIRMAN,
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PROPOSALS FOR WOOD AND COAL.
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE SENATE,
United States, April II, 1855.
n

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARf OF THE oENATE,
United States, April IL, 1855.
GEALED PROPOSALS viii be received
- nj this office until II o'clock on Monday, the
7th of May next, for furnishing and delivering in
the wants Of the Capitol before The first day
OF October next, one hundred tons of 2,2l0 pounds
each of best anthracite white ash coal, in Jumps
not less than three nor more than six inches in
diameter, and entirely free of slate or other foreign
substance.
Also, for one hundred and fifty cords best
Hickory Wood, TO be measured at the expense OF
the Contractor, in the Capitol yard, sawed in Two
pieces, and properly packed away in the vaults;
The whole 10 be subject 10 the inspection and ap
prevail of the Secretary ofthe Senate
Security for the faithful performance Of the con-
tract for furnishing the above articles 10 the salts
faction of the Secretary of the Senate, will be re-
CURED.
Proposals may be separate, and should be en-
dorsed Proposals for Wood" and " Proposals
for Coal and directed 10 the Secretary of the
Senate, al Washington.
April l9--law3w
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

The Hon. Henry A. Wise, after being in this
city for several days, len Washington yesterday
morning for Martinsburg, Virginia, whittier he
proceeded TO fulfil an oratorical appointment for
the afternoon. He has we learn, only three or
four more speeches TO make, when he will rest
from his severe political labors, and await the re-
sui, Of the Gubernaorial contest, which will take
nlnce on the 9th instant.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

The Season for Concerts by the Marine
Band has arrived, and, on next Wednesday after
noon, these musicians will perform at the Capitol
grounds; and on the Saturday ensuing at the
Presidents gardens. II is unnecessary tonvite
the attendance OF the public, including nurses and
the infants under their CHARGE for very many OF
these classes TO be there, to ENJOY both
the beautiful yand tho instrumental melody.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

GOUTHERN BO0k.-Origin of the Con-
~ stitutlon; Incorporation OF the General Gov
eminent by the States; national public agents
trust, with no sovereignty.; History Of Copart-
nership Territories from the Virginia Deed, 1854
10 the Treaty with Mexico, 1915; Division of the
Public Lands Specific Duties; Origin and History
of the Puritans Origin and 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. 216 Pennsylvania avenue,
adjoining Wizards Hotel
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01
DLANK BOOKS AND STATIONERY.

Id Just received from sherfs sale in Phila-
delphia, very large lot of Blank Books, Letter
and Cap Paper, Steel Pens, Faber's Pencils, Nathe
NAUTICAL Instruments, Black Sand, Buff Envelope
Paper, Inkstands, States, Copy Books and School
Books, all of which we will sell low for cash.
GRAY 81 BABLANTYNE,
No aQS Serenth Sirref
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sign OF the Golden EaEle,
Penn. av., between 9th and 10Th streets.
EDITION OF CLAIMING.

T1EUPEE7S EUETfVN VT NfFFNNfNN's
Works Of Rev. DIR. Charming, in six volumes,
bound Price 81 %.
The same six volumes bound in three Price
two dollars.
Memoirs of William Ellery Claiming, vols.
Price 81 -, with Portrait engraved on steel
Ware on the Formation OF the Christian Char.
acier Price so cents.
A large supply Of the above just received at
TAYLOR IL MAURY'S
March 10 Bookstore, near Ninth street
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01
Russian Officers Shot.

Admiral Istomine was killed by a shell in the
Malakhoff battery-the same person who was
well known to Sir Edmund Lyons and who ex-
changed presents-"a cheese for deer "-some
time back. The Russian captain (Kowselof)
who was on board the Agamemnon some time,
and was ultimately exchanged for Lord Dun
kelln, was shot fortyeight hours after he was
landed for having been captured drunk.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01
NEW WORK ny HENRY ROGERS,

N author OF the Eclipse of Faith" entitled A
Defence the Eclipse OF Faith, by its author, be.
ing a reoinder to Professor Newman's "Repiy;"
and, in order 10 give the American public the
whole matter at glance, there is included in the
same volume the "Reply 10 the Eclipse of Faith, "
by L. w Newman, with his chapter on the "Meral
Perfection Of Christ"
For sale by, GRAY & BALLANTYNE,
Seventh street,
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TNDER GARMENTS just received

~ have Just opened full supply Of Gentle
mems Under Shirts and Drawers, silk, merlno,
lambswool. Scotch do. Shaker, and Canton Elan
nels, &c, which am now prepared to dispose Of
at the most reasonable prices.
LANES
Gentlemen's Furnishing Store,
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rT,RIAI or MATT. II. wARD.-FuII and

TRIAL OF MATT. II. WARD.-FulI and
i authentic Report with the Speeches delivered
on The occasion, and the Reply of Alfred Allen,
Esq, Attorney for the Commonwealth.
The Religion OF the Mortimer, by Rudolph
Keyser, Professor Of History in the University OF
Norway
Reverence in the Sanctuary by Layman.
Just published and for sale at
TAYLOR 81 MAURY'S
Bookstore, near 9th 81
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

M RS. COWDEN CIAKkES new Novel.
lNI The Iron Cousin, or Mutual Influence, by
Mary Cowden Clarke, author of I" The Complete
Concordance TO Shakespeare"
Teggs Dictionary Of Chronology
Lectures on the True, the Beautiful, and the
Good by Nj. N Cousin increased by an Appendix
on French Art; translated by O. w. Wight.
TAYLOR q MAITRy'S
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DLAYING CARDs.-W. c. ZANTZINGER
has Just received very large assortment OF
the best American, English, and French Playing
Cards Of every description, and at the most rca
sonable prices, wholesale and retail
STATIONERS' HALL,
Adjoining Kirkwood House.
Dec 7-3aw2wif
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

NCHOVI Varieties, and shrimp
IA Pasts.-Anchovy Paste, genuine, in jars.
Anchovies in sauce, in pickle, and salt.
Essence of HOLSTERS, Anchoyies, and Shrimps.
Just received by
SHEKELL BROTHERS,
Dec l3-3tif No. 40. op. Centre Market
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Jan 30-3t
HELPS TO PROGRESS

q
Ia in Religion, Science, and Literature.
new monthly magazine, edited by the Rev
James Hamilton, d. D., of London. Price ST. SO
per annum.
Although nominally young Mems Magazine,
Il will be main effort of the conductors 10 pro
vide for young men that healthfu stimulus and
the aids 10 Improvements, which many of them are
now anxious 10 secure.
The editor has secured the assistance of many
able and excellect contributors, and every effort
will be made 10 render the work worthy the pat
ronage and support ofthe christian public
Agents for the District,
GRAY & BALLANTYNE,
Seventh street
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-05-01

Appointment.-The President of the United
States has renewed the commission of William
Thompson. esq, Justice Of the Peace for the
District of Columbia Mr.. Thompson among
the first victims OF Know-nothipg prescription
the City Councils having elected member Of the
secret politico-relgious order take his place
police magistrate for the Fifth ward, and, beside,
deprived him of the patronage which he had,
under successive city administrations, enjoyed as
publisher Of the official proceedings Of the councils,
and of The laws. This gentleman, who is the
editor and publisher of the (Semi-weellly) Wash
iagton Meas, continues 10 deal hard blows at his
know-nothng enemy.
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80 MILES, REGiSTERo for . American
~ State Papers"-A complete set of Niles
Register, 76 volumes, any other books, will
be given in exchange for the american State
Papers" and American Archives" or they will
he purchased at a liberal price
TAYLOR e. MAURY,
Feb IA Near 9th street
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TNRENCH,s ENGLISH, PAST AND

FENRENC HIS ENGLISH PAST AND
prescnt.-Life Of Seward, with selections.
Just published and for sale nj
TAYLOR & MAURY'S
March 81 Bookstore, near Ninth 81.
Il XTRA Heayy-plated Tea Sets. AlData
IL Forks. Spoons &c.-M w. Gait & Bro
have Just received beautiful assortment Of
Extra Plated Tea Sets, latest styles
Casters, Cake Baskets, Card Trays, &c
Also, superior Albata Forks aud Spoons.
The above are of the very best quality, and I'm.
usually low.
M. w. GAIT & BRO.
Penn avenue, between 9th and 10Th ST..
rDpc 15-3t
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IDA MAY; A story of Things Actual and
Possible; by Mary Langdon. Just received
nj TAYLOR & MAURY'S
Nov 20 Bookstore near 9th 81.