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The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1855-07-06

y HlwAssEE CoLIEcr.-We respectfully in.
wife attention to the advertisement for the
next session of Hiwassss College. This is
one'of the best Institutions IN the -coun,ry,
T. and its Wends can already pvint With plea,
sure 10 the many ynpng men of promise 10
! d ferent Professions and avoeaiions who baye
graduated NJ fiivasscs, The students dur.
lug tho session about to close, nnrbered.71
and. re Distribution . Ia n very .aounshina
condition
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1855-07-06

lOOZ f,D9V,flh
In the fret column are stated periods of 27I
years; in the second are our numbers, Mt each
period, as they will be if we proceed, on our
actual stock; and in the third are what they
would be at the same period, were we TO set
out from the double Of our present stock. ]
have taken the term of four millions and a
half of inhabitants for examples sake only -
Yet | am persuaded it is n greater number
than the country spoken Of, considering how
much unarable land it contains, can clothe
and feed without materlrl change in the
quality of their diet. But are there no in
conveniences to he thrown into the scale
against the advantage expected from null
DUPLICATION Of numbers by the importation Of
foreigners2 1t is for the happiness of those
united in society to harmonic as much as
possible in matters which they must of neccs.
sity transact together. Civil government
being the sole object Of forming societies, its
administration must be conducted by common
consent. s.-. n
Every species of government has its specific
principles. Ours, perhaps, are more peculiar
than those Of any other in the universe. 1t
is a composition of the freest principles of the
English constitutions with Others derived
from natural reason. To these nothing can
he more opposed than the maxims of absolute
monarchies. Yet. from such, we are to ex-
pect tine greatest number oil eTnlgrants. Thev
will bring with them the principles Of the
Governments they leave, imbibed in their
early youth; or, # able 80 throw them off, it
will be in exchange for an unbounded licen-
tousness, passing, as is usual, from one OK.
IRENE to another. 1t would be miracle
were they to stop precisely at the point Of
temperate liberty. These principles, with
their language, they will transmit to their
children. In proportion to their numbers,
they will share with us the legislation. They
will infuse into it their spirit, warp and bias it,
direction, and render it heterogeneous, in.
coherent, distracted mass IapPeal to expe.
rience, during the present contest, for a yer.
ification Of these coniectures But, if they
be not certain in event, are they not proba.
blei Is it not safer to wait with patience ~
years and 3 months longer, for the attain
ment of any degree of population May not
our government be more homogeneous, more
peaceable, more durablel Suppose twenty
millions of republican Americans thrown ali
Of sudden into France, what would be the
condition of that Kingdomi If it would be
more turbulent, less happy, less strong We
may believe that the addition of half nil
lion of foreigners to our numbers would pro
| duce similar effect here. ..-
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1855-07-06

01-Vice is infamous though in prince and
virtue honorable, though In peasant.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1855-07-06

ELRcTroS Observation-Disclosures who de-
sire TO have their tioktes printed at this office,
are requested 10 send n their orders early.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1855-07-06

:g~ See Copacrcial Letters next page,
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1855-07-06

New YoRK.-A letter writer to the Char
lesion Courier, under date of the 25th ult.,
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1855-07-06

FoREsT HILL AcApEMy.-rhs exsm;ra-
ton Of the pupils in this school took place
on the 2Sth ult.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
CLASSICAL and Mathems sticsl

GELECT CLASSICAL and Mathematical
- ScHooI---The subscriber has removed hs
school TO College Hill, where q comnsodious build.
ing is being fitted up for its reception.
As the Preparatory Department Of the Colum-
ban College, II will continue 10 preserve the char
acter Of strictly select school, designed for lay
ing the foundation OF thorough Enghsh, CLASSIC
cal, and Mathematical education. The next ses-
sion will commence on the 18th Of September, and
close on the last Of June.
Terms: &12 so per quarter, payable in advance.
AT small additional charge, the students viii
be permitted to attend the Lectures delivered In
College on Chemistry, Geology, and Minerslosy,
and nso 10 receive instruction in French and other
Modern Languages by the Professor in that de-
partment.
Pupils may be boarded At the College, underth
special care and supcrintcndenc~ofth the Principal
The necessary expenses Of a full boarding student
viii be about sia0 per academic year, and Of .
weekly boarder will not exceed $50.
GEORGE s. BACON, Principal
Refers 10 the Faculty Of the Columbian College |;
Col ]. L. Edwards, Col. Peter Force, VIM. Gun
ton. ESQ; L. D. Gale, M. d., Of the Patent Of6cc;
Joseph Wilson, Esq, Of the Land Office and Pro
fessor C. c. Jewett, ofth Smithsonian Institute.
Sepsl--tf
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06

CCOTTS WEEKLY PAPER.-The pub
y Usher Of this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year 1850 combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
OF the Philadelphia weckies. Among the new
features will be and brilliant series Of origi-
nal romsnces by George Lippard, entitled Legends
OF the Last Century. All who have read Mr.. Lip
pard's celebrated Legends Of the American Revo-
luton" published for fifty-six consecutive weeks
of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brilliancy of his previous produc.
tions. The FIRST of series of original novelettes
called Morris Hartley or the Knights ofthe Mystic
Valley by Harrison w. Ainsworth il about TO,
commenced. II will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravings, and its startling incidents
cannot fail 10 elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist, and author OF
Viola, etc, etc. is also engaged to furnish bril-
liant novelette, to follow the above. Mrs Mary
Andrews Denison, author Of Home Pictures, Pa
tience Worthngton and her Grandmother, etc,
win continue a splendid domestic novelette,, en-
titled the Old Ivy Grove, and II. c. Watson an
illustrated story called the Two Edged Knife--a
fraphic picture Of early life in Old Kentucky. To
these will be added original contributions and Sc
lections from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentz Clara
Cairvile, Lille Liiberne, Mrs. Stowe, Grace Green
wood, and other distinguished writers; the news
Of the day, graphic editorials, full reports OF the
provision money, and stock markets, letters from
travellers st home and abroad, ETC., etc.
Terms--Onc copy one year So; two copies one
year 50 four copies one year So; nine copies one
year, and one 10 the gctter up of the club $40; /;
twenty copies one year and one to the setter up
Of the club $40.
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No. Ill Chestnut ST., Phiadelphia
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
TAKE NO TICE.
NEW GOODS JUST RECEUED


II w. BROWNING, MERCHANTTAILOR
under the United States Hotel, would re.
specially inform his customers and the public
generally, that he has just received New Fall and
Winter Goods, in great variety. Such as Cloths,
Cassimeres and Vestings, of the latest importa-
tion, and is prepared to have them made mp at
the shortest notice, in the most fashionable man
ner, and at low rates Of prices.
Having made arrangements TO go into the
/" Ready-made Clothing business" extensively this
season, he feels confident that he can offer 10
those wishing 10 purchase stock Of Clothing,
not inferior to any in this city, and not made up al
the north, as is usually the case with work sold
here; but cut in his oYn establishment, and made
by our own needy citizens in this dull season, at
low rates of prices. He is enabled, therefore, TO
compete with northern work in point Of prices |;
and as TO quality and style, he will leave for those
who favor him with call to Judge.
He can sell whole suits, Coat, Pants, and Vest,
at the following low rates:
Good suit for business purposes, out Of cloth or
CASHMERE, for the small sum of........... .Sl5
Dress and Frock Goats, from. ........ $40 10 $40
Over-coats of different styles, FROM. .S12 TO S23
Black and fancy Pantaloons, from.o. SO so TO $40
Silk and velvet Vests, from. .......S2 so 10 $40
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 artclcs--such gloves, cravats, collars
umbrellas &c.
Sole agent for the sale of Scott's Report Of
Fashions in this city.
Sent l4-tf @ AtL
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
HIsTo1x
OF DEMOCRACY In THE UNITED STATES.
By the Author OF the Republic Of the
United States, &c.


TNHIS important work is now in press, the first
IL volume of which will be issued carly in the
autumn Of 1854.
The publication of this work will be continued
by the subscribers and in due time they will pub
sh in the several States complete list fagents,
who win be prepared TO furnish copies promptly
In every part OF the Union.
That the author may have ample time TO prepare
his work according 10 his views Of completeness
that the publishers may be enabled to issue the
numbers with promptness and at stated periods,
thereby protecting the interest OF their agents. the
following arrangement is announced in the full
confidence that Il will prove acceptable TO all, viz
To stereotype The next six numbers, making ten
in ALL thus completing the FIRST volume before any
more are published.
The numbers will then be issued monthly, with
OUT interruption, TO the end. Those who prefer
the volume bound will be accommodated without
extra charge for binding; and the numbers already
published, from one TO four, will be taken in part
pay If injured at their full cost 10 subscribers.
In announcing this unavoidable delay for few
months, the publishers are not unmindful of the
earnest desire Of many speedily to possess the
work. The necessity of accommodating the au-
thor, whose labors are incessant, viii appear OBJ
vious 10 all without particular explanation.
DAYTON & WENTWORTH,
Publishers, So Washington st. Boston.
Mar 15--tf*
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
rTNIvERsTTY OF vIRGINIA.-The

University OF VIRGINIA.-Ine
" next session OF this institution will COM
mence the lst Of October, and end the 29th OF
June following. The University embraces the
followiny schools. viz:
l. Al lent Languages; 2. Modern Languages
g. Mathematics; 4. Natural Philosophy, Mine
ralogy aud Geology; s. Chemistry and Pharmacy;
O. Principles and Practice Of Medicine, Obstet-
rics and Medical Jurisprudence; T. Comparative
Anatomy, Physiology and Surgery s. Moral Phi
losophy, Rhetoric, Bellies Lstters, and Political
Economy; Q. Law. Also, lectureship of Special
Anatomy, Maieria Medica and Therapeutics; and
Dcmonstratorship Of Anatomy.
The three first named schools have each an as
sstsnt instructor; and In the school Of law there
are two professors.
The expenses exclusive OF clothing. books and
pocket money are as follows:
Tuition fees, say for three schools, s25
each ..................... SO W
Board including diet, room furniture,
and servants attendance, payable in
three insiallments, la }dvance 49,. o
Room-rcnt within the prechoss, two oc.
capyins room. e6 each. ........ 90
Mstriculslion Zee, and uaD OF Library
and public buildssss ei5j contin- H..
ssni deposit, ei0.. ...l......... 25 90
Washing, say $40 fuel and lights, ,ssys2o 30 90
s2ss 90
Students Of medicine IRE charged with four
uakess NJ x23 esch, and lissecting fee OF s.
Tho fee IN the intermediate class OF Law Is
ESQ "A The Senior class, S5.
Aas ai--eod2w chaymsn OF the Faculty.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
n w. RRWNINC, Merchant Tailor,


under the United States Hotel, having en-
arged and improved his store, would now respect
fully call the attention of citizens, and strangers
visiting Washington, TO his wel-selected stock OF
French and English cloths, cassimeres, and vest
ngs of the newest and most elegant styles OF
goods from the New York market.
Having had twenty years experience in the
purchase of goods from the best importing houses
in the United States, with such advantages as will
enable him TO offer them to the public on such
terms as viii give entire satisfaction to the pur
chasers, and in view of increasing his business
he has purchased an unusual large stock Of goods
such as will defy competition for their beauty
style, and cheapness.
All he asks is call before you purchase else
where, and he will convince you that you will
save your money by so doing. A suit of othss
can be made up in the most elegant style at twelve
hours notice.
Superior Ready-mads Clothing.
have on hand superior assortment Of ready
made clothing, of my own work, made up in the
most fashionable manner, such as overcoats in
various STYLES, frock and dress coats and also
pants and vests, which will be sold at much less
price than work made to order.
N. B. Sole agent for Scott's report Of Fashions
or the District. B
Oct 15-6m. (m)
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
GREAT WESTERN MAIL ROUTE.
yXTY MILES DISTANCE SAVED TG

- CHICAGO AND ST. LOUIS. The Michi-
gan Southern aud Northern Indiana Railroad
Line, carrying the Great Western United States
Through Mail, have the following siaunch first
class steamers running on Lake Erie In connce
tien with the New York and Erie railroad from
Dunkifk, touching al Cleveland, and conneciiag
with their road nj Toledo, and connecting directly
with the Chicago and Rock Island railroads a
Chicago, in the same depot, thus forming daily
line for passengers and freight from New York 70
Empire, Captain Mitchell Keystone Stale, Capt.
Richards; Louisiana, Captain Davenport Also,
a Daily Line from Buffalo direct 10 Monroe BY
those well-known magnificent Floating Palaces,
Buffalo Mondays and Thursdsysi Southern Mithi-
gan, A d. Perkins, Commander, leaves Buffalo
Tuesdays and Fridays; Northern Indiana, l. T.
Phealt, Commander, leaves Buffalo Wednesdays
and Saturdays
the Michigan Southern Railroad Line Dock Al
O'Clock, p. m, every day, lexcept SundaysJ and
run direct through TO Monroe, without landing, in
IA hours, where The Lightning Express Train VIII
be in waiting 10 lake passengers direct 20 Chicago
in hours, and arriving next evening amer ieav.
ing Buffalo.
Running time from New York to Buffalo, four
Running time from Buffalo 10 Monroe, fourteen
hours.
Running time from Monroe to Chicago, eight
hours. Total tnirty-tix nours.
Connecting al Chicago with fne line OF low
pressure steamboats, 10 all places north OF Chicago
to Green Bay; also with Chicago and Rock Island
Railroad 10 La Sale, and there connect with llh-
nois River Line Of Steamboats,, or Express Train
OF Illinois Central and Chicago aud Mississippi
Railroads, or connecting at Rock Island with reg
ular line OF steamers for all points above and be.
low, making the cheapest and most direct route 10
ST. Louis, Rock Island, Minnesota, and the Great
West.
The American Lake Shore Railroads from Buff
falo and Dunkirk connect with this line al Toledo,
forming the only direct and continuous line OF
railroads from the Atlantic Seaboard 10 the Valley
of the Mississippi. Running tune TO Chicago, 30
hours; to 81. Louis, So hours.
Four Daily Trains, by railroad, all the way.
Two Daily Lines, by steamers, on Lake Erie.
Thus the traveller and shipper can see ai
glance that no other ne can enter the lists ~ CON-
petitors.
Passengers ticketed through from New York
with privilege OF stopping over ai any point on the
route and resuming seats nj leisure, either by the
New York and Erie Railroad via Dunkirk, New
York and Erie and Buffalo and New York City
Railroad via Buffalo; Peoples Line OF Steamboats,,
Hudson River or Harlem and New York Central
Railroads, via Albany and Buffalo.
For any further information, through tickets, or
freight, apply al the Company Office, No. 1873
Broadway, corner of Dcv street, New York, 10
JOHN r. PORTER, General Agent, or
l.. p. DUNTON, Ticket Agent.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06

THE MISSISSIPPI AND ATLANTIC
CONNECTEDI

UNITED STATES MAIL ROUTE!
ONLY % HOURS FROM ST. LOUIS TO NEW
YORK, AND 3s HOURS TO ciNCINNTI,,
0nICACO a MISSISSIPPI RAILROAD
~ IAs Only Railroad Re1ts from sAe Lo,rv
TIME vaoA ss ~ loSis ro e cac1aS m sf SsIy % uouHs
- The Steamer WINCHESTER leaves
y the Alion wharf boat at 81. Louis,
daily Sundays excepted at O'Clock, a. m, and
the REINDEER leaves the Alton wharf boat al
81 Louis daily nj $50, p. IN.
The steamers connect ut Alton lonly 20 miles
from ~. lsouis) with express trains for
sPRINCFIEf.D, BLOOMINGTON, LAsALLE,
CHICAGO, AND THE EASTERN CITIES.
Passengers leaving 81. Louis by the steamer
Winchester a =, a. M take the cars sf Alton ai
10, .. m, and arrive 81 chscsso sA. ~-.. saasaing
In time 10 take the earliest morning trains soins
east.
Passenger leaving ST. Louis by the Reindeer
al a.so, p. m take the cars At Alion Saturday OK
cePted) ai p. IN, 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 oil the rail-
roads at Chicsxo, and sforss the most speedy
route from S. LOUIS 70 points on the MississipPi
river, Al and above The Upper Rapids, as wei As
10 points ON the Illinois river al and above Pekn
The trains or the 2. and NJ. railroad connect ai
carlinvillc, yirdcn, Springfield, and bloomington,
with good Stage Lines FOR Hisboro', Wsveriy,
Danvle, Tcrre-IIap,e, Pekin, and Piona, and also
with the Great Western Railroad Al Springfield,
with the Great Western Railroad for ksonviile,
aud Decatur, and At Bloomington with the Illinois
Central Railroad for Laxalc.
GA- THROUGH TICKETS, and Tickets 10
Chicago, can be had al the Offices Of the Michigan
Southern. the Michigan Central, and the New
York and Erie railroads, 81 Louie.
NN- TICKETS TO CHICAGO and IN the in
termed ate places, can be had st the wharf boat
and on the railroad packets, and al the odkces Of
the Chicago aud Mississippi, Illinois Central and
Chicago and Rock Island railroads.
Z. KEATING. Supt G. q N. n. r
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
TTyHIS REAlJTIEJJL RVTRIAI. PLACE

i the Dead having JUST been dedicated with
appropriate ceremonies for the purpose, is now
open for the reception OF the remains Of deceased
persons.
The Mausoleum has capacity for n hundred
bodies, in which such friends OF the dead. as may
apply, can place the departed until they select
sites for graves.
The plan Of the incorporators is one Of equality
n regard to the lots, which will not be put up
publicly for sale, although they usually bring
premium,) making the early selections OF lots the
most desirable.
Until an ofiiceis established in the city Of Wash
ngton applications will be punctually attended TO
at the present Office, in the east wing Of the build
ing on entering the Cemetery
Visiters are requested not 10 drive fast through
the Cemetery grounds.
VIM. 8. HUMPHREYS.
N B. Glenwood is situated short distance
due north of the Capitol Aug 27-3m
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
Misftlluntoua


NOTICE.-Be Il known 90 all whsm a
eral Land Office at Washington, d. G., the lolIow
ing duplicate land warrant issued by The Register
of Virginia on the 18th day OF December, 1850 No.
1905 for 100 acres, for the services OF wllhsm
Field, soldier in the Virginia continental line cs
the 30th June, 1883. The original OF said wrraai
parties that shall make application 10 the Grn.
eral Land Office for the satisfaction Of lhe above
mentioned duplicate warrant by the issue Of scrip
under the provisions OF the act Of Jist Augusi
1852. WILLIAM TERRY,
Oct S-law3m Attorney for ihe Claimant.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
Misffllaasans.


u leois--l am axaia Collector In Fairfax county
Flsksaia, ioT two years from this day. My Official
bead with ample security, was given at June
sp~st, isah gaae, intend 10 devote my attention
sasissiy 10 my business. From my long expert.
snee - naf basineSs, sequainlsnce with the peo.
plss sna faithful discharge Of my duties heretofore,
sas tadaesd 10 solicit portion oi the public col
issss09s from those who intend 10 place their
csstms "a the hsads of an officer or agent. ! will
taks eiRims oa s-y persons in my county for any
snsosaiss aaJ " Ias,iG1d will sitcnd to the collec-
tasns os sisisas Va ihs sdloialng eounlles.
any rstsFence II wanting, would refer To the
sieyks ~ any ccaniy and the attorneys Of the bar
kess. All commsnscailons must be post paid.
Ciaiss eai ~ the stale should be fully auihcnti.
rssrd teaoss sent no wo for collection; will col
iens, N H.y odicisi capacity or agent, may be
saanestsdi Il a. an oaceF, charge legal fee only
go .A.-A = -. .l..s \. made, tke defendant has
pay me tea per csaf-. ID collected or sucured, and
saT legal co@t msy be a. 20 secure the debt
SPENCER JACKSON,
Fairfax court house, Virginia.
N.pt f4--fm
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06
NIR. RUsHNELL,s SCHOOL. IaTH

yl street, between r and G streets. Washing
ton. The next session will commence on the
first Monday in September. The course Of in
struction embraces Ancient and Modern Ian
guages, Mathematics, the Elements OF Natura
and Moral Science, together with all the English
branches usually taught in the best schools. Cir
culars may be had al the school-room or at the
bookstores. Aug il--eo4w
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06

TTARPER,s MAGAZINE for September is
Jul magnificent number, filed with superior
engravings, and for sale at SAILLINGToY's book
store.
The great illustrated Magazine of Art for Sep
tcmbcr il one OF the best that has been issued.
Leslic's Ladies Gazette for September contains
all the new Fall fashions.
The Knickerbocker Magazine for September.
Godey's Lady's Book, Grnhamf Magazine, and
Putnam's Magazine, all for September, received
aud for sale at
sHILLINGToNS Bookstore,
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06

TAKE MOTTO E.--Housekeepers and
l others are reminded that the following list OF
articles of the very best description, and can
be purchased from the subscriber on as low terms
a. any other house in the city. A large assort
ment and supply always on hand
Oils Of all kinds. Queensware,
Paints, Brushes,
Camphine, Clocks,
Yarnsh, Lamps,
Turpentine, Chandeliers,
Window Glass, Girondoles,
China, Vases
Earihenware, Britannia ware,
Glass, DC, &c, &c.
Goods sent to any part of the city free OF
charge. Country dealers will do well TO call.
o. s. WHIT LESEY,
7th street.
Opposite Selden & Withers's Bank.
Mar is (Star)
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06

l IL now opening snofhes supply cf chosoe
SPRING and SUMMER GOODS, 20 which he
invites ihe attention ~ Members of Coa~rsss,
Strangers, and Citizens.
The stock il large sad very uompieis, rnsbsse
ing almost every variety % Gcailemsns Goods,
usually kept by Merchant Txllors-
We solicit an inspection W the pubic VI our
goods, workmanship, and psscea.
NOD. Washington Place, Seventh street,
May 24--3tif
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06

NEW YORK, haay q. asS3.--Ihe nnaer-
In signed has this day opened an ofkee, No. "a
William street, lMerchants ExcAaagc1 ior the
transaction of general brokerage business.
Bank, insurance, mining, railroad, government,
State, and city securities Loughi and sold.
Promissory noics, bills OF exchange, and loans
negotiated.
Sep 2i-tf EMANUEL y. HART.
Washington sentinel., 1855-01-06

I'D J. STEER, Mefehani Tatias. fs agw 0pra-
4 Iag annthsE sapply ~ ehoscs SPRiN9 snd
isniion oi Msmb~fs ~ Coassssa, ass~asssap @aa
citizens.
The stock IL large aud very semp.ets, sabfsrang
almost every variety ofCentism&n's DoSas usually
kept by Merchant faiIoss.
We solicit an insp~cfloa bs the pukiie 0f cur
good. workmanship, and prices.
- No. Washington Place, SeyenlA ssrwst
May 4--aif