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The daily Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1855, 1855-01-15

sS- JEFFERSON FARMER, Esq is an authorized Agent
for The PIONEER at Gana to procure subscribers
vertisements His receipts will be regarded yments
81 See third page, under Commercial head for rate
Of Money and Exchange, St. Paul and Galena Markets
and miscellaneous items. 5t.t.r
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Mr.. Vamber ure carman nose me.
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II always disposed 10 aid the suiIering) Il may
appear incredible after in vain trying all the "won-
derul medicines Of the day, that application ex-
ternally, and few drops taken internally, Of my
(genuine) Electric OIL" will 80 very suddenly re-
lieve the sufferer from the most Viont pains Yeti s
fact, testified by good men and BY good women,
whose names are at my Office.
Not any have used II without deriving specidl
benefit within an hour, and many are they who have
been perfectly cured Of Rleun1tisD, Nearaloia Spi-
nal and Bcoaehial C5mplaints, Group Tic bolorelr,
tslons, Canps, Pites Sprain. and Bruises, cuts and
Wounds Stoeled GIaads and STIFF .Jotats Sc-ofuLa
and Eysiprlds Sore Mpple and .Stcellsd Brsasf Sdt
Rheum and Cdnkrs in the month or stomach, Eryp-
tions and all kinds Of Sores, Headache and Tooth
ache in FIVE 70 ten minutes y also Ohil6ldins and
Sore or Tender fst. II will be seen that do not
profess 10 cure everything, but only certain cass Of
complaints all Of which are durable simple Elec-
trio and Chemical principles, through the anities Of
my "Bkctric Of" and the Nervo-vital Fluid Of the
human body.
able Rheumatic pain, IL imperfectly understood by
mankind; whether its location Is the membrane or
covering Of the nerves, infamed by arrangement,
like the coating Of an inhamed sionach,) or some
disturbance Of the electric fluid ITSELF certain u
that my Electric orr Is readily absorbed into II IL
does not actually supply needed deficiency in and
equalire the circulation Of that great princp Of iy
ing organization.
Let the skeptical and the humane look into this
matterfor these things co. all are alike inter
Il for all Ny Electric Oil" is pleasant and innocent
no danger Of cold reaction all will bear me wit.
ness. Come and see for yourself--nesr Chestnut
street. SO S,uth Eighth street.
Fifty cents and III per bottle.
Prof CHAS. DsGRATH.
IN None sold by pedlers All my bottles have
my name blown in, and the new wrappers bear my
written signature, TO prevent imposition on the
public.
N. b. A regular Physician in attendance TO give
advice, free of harge Also, lady 10 advise with
ladies'. One person came rs miles TO be cured
and she 70 cured. My "Flectric or is much the
oteapsa medicine svsr sold in the United States OF
the world, because u does what is promised and dis
appoints none who II as direct Il Is an ercel
af balm 10 rub the gums of teething infants and
i has cured great many little children suffering
rom eruptions on the head and elsewhere and little
swellings For Ovtp II may be relied on every hne.
when applying, rub quickly and keep the bottle well
Sold in Washington by the Druggists P. N. at
National Hotel. iyl6
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AMERICAN srAr.

MARYLAND AMERICAN STATE CONVENTION. The
delegates Of the American party of Maryland me,
in Convention in Baltimore, yesterday, for the pur.
pose Of nominating candidates for the Offices Of
State Comptroller and Lottery Commissioner. On
the first ballot VIM H. Purnell, Of Worcester county.
received the nomination for State Comptroller and
Daniel II. McPhail, of Baltimore city, that for Lot.
terry Commissioner. Mr.. Purnell has heretofore
acted with the Wing party, whilst Mr.. McPhail was
Democrat
Some disappointment ia expressed by the East.
ere Shore delegates In consequence Of the failure
OF Dr. marlborough, Of Queen Ann, to secure
the nomination for Lottery Commissioner.
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A BOOK FULL OF WIT AND HUMOR.
ID. APPLETON " CO.,
Nos. S46 and S4s Broadoay, Nep York,
PUBLISH THIS DAY,
Il \ ~ III - VS.

Or, The Merry Monomaniacsi
a ~ AMERICAN PICTURE, with Portraits Of
~ the Natives. By the author of Wild Western
Scenes. 2vols. l2no., paper, rs cents, or vol,
This new American book BY the author Of " Wild
Western Scenes has been pronounced by critics the
most witty and talented book from an American PEN
Oythe authors prcvio6s book published some years
since, some IS 600 coPi. were sold.
CHARACTERS OF THE STORY.
Edith Wnkle-Ths Merry Widow.
Walter-Her Rafting Soma Know-Nothing."
Lucy-Her Daughter-in love with Mr. Lowe
Miss Wilsome Winkle-An Old Maids ster-in-
law to the Widow, and Monomanic on Whist
nomaniac on the subject of the Great Napoleons
Battles.
Ralph Roland instrument Of the Jesuits
Colonel Oakdale-M onomaniac on the subject Of
virginia-His Dsughter--in love with Walter
John Dowly An Old Bachelor onomaniac on
his First Love
Edward Lowe--Earl of Hiltop-incopnito
Bell and blanche Arum-Rich Daughters Of a re
tired Patent Pill-Maker.
Brewer
DR.. Ntre.
Mrs. N.--virginia's Aunt
Miss Griseda Gusset-A retired Milliner, afterward
m ars g. A sa VS. Housskssper.
Harold Pollen--A Poet :.
Rev. Mr.. Amble
Tom. Snobson--Son Of Banker--M onomsniac on
Beauty.
Mr.. Hbber-Shopkeeper
Dick Botter-His Clerk
Sergeant Blore-N apoleons Chief Subordinate.
Old Dibble- Widows Gardener.
Davy--His Son.
Biddy Bsggle-widow's Maid.
Bill Diule-The Frog Catcher.
Abraham Laban--A Jew.
David Deal-Quaker Spectator.
Mr. McCrabbed-A Scotchman.
Edith-His Sister
Mr. Rawson- Scotch Lawyer.
Dew-A King Charles Spaniel
George Parke-Southern Student
Professor Point.
His Daughters.
Mr.. Glass-An Actor.
Delia-His Daughter.
Mrs. Edwnrds-Lowe's Housekeeper..
Patty 0Pan-His Cook.
DR.. Prangle--0f Babbleton.
Mr. Plasdo-Politican.
Flora BIount--The Widows Sister, living In New
York-a Monomanisc on Novel Reading.
Minor Co.--New Workers.
DIR. McGab-Scotch Physician.
Mrs. Laurel-Monomaniac on Aristocracy.
Colonel -Monomaniac on Duels.
Countess Hifton--Lowe's Mother
Mrs. Honoria Fimble Instrument OF the Jesuits
Patrick McCusky-Bar-keeping Offices seeker.
Mr.. -Oficeholder.
Mr.. Boozle-Pnvate Secretary TO Secretary Of
State.
Father Xayier-Jesut Chief
Editors Washington Organ.
Henri Cour de Lion.
President u S.-Secretaries Senators, DC
je 25-dlm~4tw
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Great Ratification Meeting Of the american Par
ty in Nsp OrLcdas--10,00o persons on Lafa-

Great Ratification Meeting Of the american Par
~ in Nsv 0r!caas-l0,o0o persons on Lafa-
yette Square.
Before dark on the evening Of the 18th, Lafa-
yette Square was thronged with an immense con-
course Of the sons Of America, assembled TO ratfy
the platform Of principles adopted by the State
Convention. BY the time the meeting was called
to order, the gathering numbered moro thousands
than we had imagined the dull season had left in
our city. In fact, Sam vss out In his strength,
and bis friends made glorious rally on the coca
sion
The number present, as estimated, was at least
ten thousand. A very spacious and substantial
platform had been erected for the accommodation
Of the officers Of the meetng1 and the Square was
brilliantly Illuminated. FroH time TO time Leh.
mans brass band discoursed most eloquent music
while brilliant fireworks added beauty and ANNA
ton to the scene. Never was witnessed in New
Orleans 80 prodigious mass Of men congregsted
together --Neo Orleans Bee
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rRorosALs FOR HEATS.

wAsHISoroS AsrLuN. JuLr IS, 1855.
pROPOSALs for supplying the Meats
required at the Washington Asylum, for the
year ending s0th june. 1856, win be received until
o'clock. p. NJ, the 27th.
Bidders will please state the price per pound for
Fresh Beef free from bone
Salt do
Mutton, Veal, Hams
Shoulders, Middling
Pork, and Sausages.
The meats 70 be all in good condition, to be sup
Piled In such quantities as may be required by the
lntendant, and to be by him approved or rejected
Meats for the Intendants family TO be bid for sep
arately.
Address Commissioners Of Washington Asylum"
and 70 be left with the Intendant
THEODORE WHEELER,
JN0. p. WHITE,
b. r. REED,
jy l7-eot27th Commissioners.
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DIR. ROSES cARMINATIvE BALsA

DR. ROSES CARMINATIvE BALSAM
For Cholera, Cholera Morbus, Bowel Complaints,
and Dysentery.
This mixture Is one Of the most important medi-
cines and should be kept in all families. As sootb
ing preparation IL has no equal In cases Of infants
with fatuency pain IL the bowels bowe complaints
cholera morbus, restessness, crying, or general pap
il has proved perfect balm, producing sleer with
out opium, and strength without bitter As spe-
ciic for bowel complaints Of adults IL has never
failed. During the cholera Of 1882, 1894, ls49, aud
1884, Il failed in instance, when used before death
had positively struck the patient. More than one
thousand persons who used Il during these memora-
BILE periods testify 10 its wonderful curative powers.
Dysentery yanishes in few days. when this article
Is used as directed.
As remedy 10 soothe the system correct all bowel
complaints and the lives Of children and persons
Of an ages there Is preparation equal to DR.. Rose
Carmnative Bassm, ~ cents bottle.
Sold BY @. STOTT a CO.,
w. ii. GILMAN,
J. w. MARIN,
PATTERSON 4 MARIN,
D. u. CLARK,
II. II. MCPHERSON,
w. T. EVANS,
KIDwELL 4 LAWRENCE
j. b. MOORE,
Washington, d. G.
J. L. KTDwELL,
Georgetown.
And by all dealers in Alexandria, Virginia.
Nv i7-eoif SIN tfN
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Bqlti,aore Harkef.

BAIrIaoRE, July ia perfect panic exists In
-four and wheat. Flour has declined 81 per bar
rel, and wheat 25 80 cents per bushel. Red
wheat, 81 So a 81 10; white, 81 rs 81 80. Sales
Of 500 barrels City Mills -four at IS. Corn un-
changed
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The I. Piety PLANK, Outsor.

Alta late discussion in Tennessee, Mr.. Nc.
.Gayach, the candidate Of the Anti-American
party, commenced his speech by drawing out
his Bible, and reading his tept.
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DIR. w. A. GROVES,
Surgical and Mechanical Dentist,

West side Of Seventh street, near 3,
"HERE he will be glad TO see his former
w friends and the public generally, as for beau
ty OF workmanship he feels confident he cannot be
surpassed in this any other city All operations
warranted, at the following low prices:
EItracting, 70 cents; whole upper sets for t25 I;
plugging, 81.
All operations performed in the most scientific
manner
Toothache cured in one minute, or no charge. and
the tooth saved for life, and rendered healthy.
Nv 10-dlm
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The N o,e and the Beam.

The New York Times comedies that /" the
prohibitory liquor law fails entirely" in New
York. The editor of the Times is the anti
Slavery and Temperance Lieutenant Governor
Of New York.
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rance, for II u presumed II he owned any real es-
tate he would have paid the taxes, and thus dis
covered that Il was not In bis name, and had the
tax-book corrected And when he tells us that he
has served upon the Committee Of Elections, If he
attended al ali TO the duties Of that committee, il
Is fair 10 presume that he discovered his own in
eligibihty--yet he continues 10 sic here and even
charges fraud upon the American party. The
charge comes with bad grace from the gentle
man.
The gentleman derides the American party Mr.
President, he IL as good an American in profession
US you are He, sir, has ayowed on this floor, that
he was native American. He, sir, was a member
OF the old Native American Association. Mr..
Magruder afterwards said that he did not recollect
whether he was a member or MOI, but that he did
sympathize with that association, and fondly cher
ished its principles On the Catholic question he
is with Us in profession though not in practice.
have speech, delivered by the gentleman previous
TO the election, and reported In the Star. Rumor
says he recalled portion oft. This DIR. N. de-
MED
read from that speech, as reported in the Star,
May sth:
As for the allegation that he was a Catholic
leader, he was grateful for that too nsomuch as
his fellowcitizens there present knew well that he
Professionalism as the rival Of Catholicty."
Thus, while the gentleman avows his Protestant
ism, and admits the rivalyy Of the Romisk Church,
he still battles for that against which he protests
There is the difference. !, too, am Protestant
/ too, admit tho rivalry existing between the two,
and act in accordance with my professions.
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-Ne,e York Markets.,

NEw York, July l9--Flour had declined IL
81 IL cents. Sales Of 1000 barrels at 80 81 a
80 H. Sales of 800 barrels Southern at $40 25.
Wheat--dull and tending downward. Sales Of
1900 bushes southern white at 81 90. Whiskey
steady sales of 400 barrels at Al cents.
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NOTItE,-The hTm OF Wf'Iiamson and
IL osgodby having been dissolved, the under.
signed has taken shop In the immediate neighb'r
hood OF the former place, with view 10 permsn.ncs
in the trade. Thankful for past favors so literally
bestowed upon the late firm, he eolicts coniing-
auce Of share Of the patronage heretofore received
N. u. shop on 18th between Pennsylvania avenue
aud STREETS Residence on 10th, between y nDd III.
streets, No. Alb. JNO. b. WILLIAMSON.
10 1A-pod.t
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Death of msior Nicholson.

We regret 10 announce the death Of Major Au.
gustus A. Nicholson, ouarter1naster Of the United
States Marine Corps. Major Nicholson was one Of
the Oldest and most eminent officers Of that corps,
and had been an invalid for long time His death
viii be deeply regretted by large circle Of friends
throughout the Union.
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Ne,o York Stock Market.

New YoRK, July l9,--Stocks are steady. Mo-
ney plenty. Erie Railroad 81 l-2; Harlem Rail-
road 2s S-s; Hudson Railroad 40; Cumberland
Coal Company 90; Reading ex. dividend 81.
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FOR RENT.
a EIRST-CLASa DIV ELLING.H

A on y street. between Eleventh and Twelfth
Streets containing eighteen rooms, fitted M In tho
most modern style, with gas In every room, and
very complete bath and other fixtures cooking.
range, with q constant supply Of hot water.
Any one wishing such house. can apply Of the
undergrad on Canal, between Tenth and Eleventh
streets, JONATHAN T. WALKER.
IL IA eoci
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OVV This tract binds about three-quarttrs u
a mile on the railroad, and about midway betweeu
Washington city and Baltimore. 800 acres are IL
wood and timber the balance In clearing well epcec,
and q small cabin on the place.
This tract win be divided 20 suit purchasers Terms
will be made easy. Any one DESTROYS Of purchasing
will call upon the subscriber No. 54s Pennsylvania
avenue between First and second streets west, Wash
ington city. u. N. GILBERT,
je g7-eof Land Agent
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GLENwOOD CEMETERY.
Office No. 300 Psnnsvlrdnia asenvs,
Corner Of 10th street, over the Savings

u the celebrated Greenwood Of New York, a.a
situated on the high ground, distant one and quar-
leading directly TO the gateway. This Company have
received charter from ConEress, sppropriatng their
ground forever TO burial purposes, making fee tls
70 the purchaser, and prohibiting all encroachmenis
from legislation or otherwise; which Is Of vast mpor
tance 70 those who wish their dead TO repose wherv
they have placed them for has become custom 10 all
cities when the burial ground has become valuable
for other purposes TO sell IT, and throw the dead pr-
miscuousy into one large pit and legal measures can-
N b. Ofice open from 10 10 II A. NJ, whore pamph.
lets containing the charter, bylaws, and = map Of
the grounds, and all other information can Be OBJ
tanned. All orders left with Mr.. JAMES Y. HAIR
VEY, No. 4l0 7th street. or any other Undertaker,
will be promptly attended TO-. june ls--ly
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NEW JEWELLERY.

HAVE Just received a lot Of new styles
- OF ricb Gold Jewelry, and have on hand fine
stock OF Watches, Gold Chains Silver Ware Of every
description.
Also, great variety Of Spectscles, &c
An Of which win sell at greatly reduced prices
for two weeks. 49,
Please call at Ala, Ponnsylvania avenue,
Sign Of the Large Spread Eagle.
u 30 III D. HOOD.
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PLEASANT.

y Is well known by all who have used Ii.
j. that my Electric Oil" has very desirable and
pleasant effect up n the absorbents. None can use
II without being benefited. hear the most favora-
BILE r.ports from every quarter. H. Baltimore it has
performed some wonderful cures and the orders are
for more than $500 worth at time. Yesterday a
despatch from Pittsburg came for $500 worth. 1t
goes because II is different from all other prepar-
tons does all the good it claims to do and Is pleas
in use, stain the skin and linen ard are very often.
sive. Come and try this and sec the difference 80
South Eighth street, Philadelphia,
PROF. DEGRATH.
p. S.-Keep the bottle well oorked, and rub
quickly. jyl4-
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THE POTOMAC RIVER STEAMBOAT
COMPANIES

NEW AND COMFORTABLE
STEAMBOAT g ALICE C. PRICE,o
- Captain SAMUEL BAKER, will leave Wash-
ngton 1T six o'clock. A. H., and Alexandria at seven
O'Clock, A. M:
On Tuesday mornings, for Mattox, Currionap, l.
Machodoc Piney Point, kinsaie, Cone.
On Friday mornings for Chapel Point, Wicomics,
Leonardtown, Piney Point, 1t. Mary's, Cone
On Wednesday (returning) eaye Cone at O'clock,
A. NJ, for 81. Mary's, Pney Point Leonardtown, w
comico, Chapel Point
On Saturday (returningl leave Cone at O'Clock.
A. NJ, for Kinsale, Piney Point. L. Machodoc Cur
rioman Mattox
Calling at the usual landings on the river, when
signals are made.
By order Of the Board:
JAMES p. SMITH,
ALEXANDRIA, June !, 1855. President
tune IA
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T.. r. MILLER,
Agent for the sale Of Anthracite and Btu
minons Coal, by the ton or cargo.

fHtnWoo SVNft W tnS sUn VI IHfkVr
OfScs corner Of Louisiana Apenue and Ser
eath Street,
"0ULD inform his numerous friends through
w out Washington that he has now completed
arrangements for furnishing and delivering in any
part of the city, in quantities Of not less than half
ton tho best articles Of white and red ash Anthracite
Coal, from the most approved Pennsylvania mines,
over offered for sale here.
Also, superior Cumberland Coal, prepared both for
family and mechanical purposes.
Also, agent for the sale Of Coal 10 the trade, by
the cargo, from the most approved Schuylkll and
Susquchannah mines.
All orders left with us win receive prompt stten-
uon and before delivering the Coal Il will be most
given 20 the ton.
Persons desiring their supplies Of fuel for the COM
ing winter, win certainly effect saving Of from 30
cents 70 VI per ton by now ordering
For oil orders left 30 be filed from vessels whilst
discharging deduction Of rs cents per ton will be
made jy 12-f
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TIME, MONEY, AND TROUBLE
SAVED.

MI unuefslkncu WOuId fnfOrm the in-
- habitants OF Washington and its vicinity that
he Is prepared 10 execute orders at the shortest mo-
tice for marking clothing through beautiful metallic
plate with indelble ink
Each subscriber will be furnished with bottle Of
ink brush, directions and recipe for making their
own ink hereafter by two ingredients. Each one can
make their ink ms strong as they choose
Price for name Of person on brass, so cents,
post Office address rs cents eItr, German silver
10 cents name, post Office address Is cents extra
on pore silver, 81 NAME so cents extra for post
office address or place Of nativity.
All orders win receive prompt attention Pay.
ment must be received with the orders.
Address, ut the post Office, WHEELER,
je 2s--n Metallic Plate Epprayer
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DISTRICT PLUMBING EsTA BLisH-
AsIATIC CHOLERA.
rHOLERA MORBUs, .Dysentery, and

~ all Bowel Complaints durable.
To Travellers, Farmers, Planters and othtrs.-To
prevent Cholera by taking half teaspoon
FIJI of
DIR. J. s. ROSES PAIN-CURER
every morning, in a wine glass of cold water, will
more frequently preyentthe Cholera than my RENE
dy known.
To the planters Of the South, who have large %
tates aud many hands, this mode Of preventing Cho-
era, if followed will save many lives and mulh
money. J. 3. ROSE, NJ. ID.
PHiLApELPBIA, june, 1885.
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MILITARY FUNERAL.--The Scott Guards, Capt.
Jamlson, buried one Of their number, Charles b.
Masi with military honors yesterday afternoon.
The Marion Rifles also attended.
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Hot Weather.

New York, July ls.--The thermometer to-day
ranges from 81 to 81 In the shade.
SpRISGrELD, MASS, July l9.--The thermome-
ter indicates temperature of 90 Ia in the shade
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II was DR.. Magruder, not DIR. Miller, TO whom
DR.. Busey alluded on Monday, in the Board Of AL
dermen, as unqualified for holding a seat in tn,
City Councils.
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LIMEi LIMEi LIMEi

lUN AMEt LIME LIMEI
.HHEAT reduction In Price.--Hest quality
~ wood-burnt Lime. at so cents per barrel
am now selling the best quality Of wood-burnt
Lame N Washington, at so cents per barrel at the
ns and S5 cents delivered in any part Of the city
This Is twenty-five per cent less than the market
price. LAWT0N r. HOOVER,
Potomac Lime Kilns,
One square south Of the Lower Bridge,
Jy I--eoSw Near Georgetown.
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FOR RENT,

q Blacksmith's Shop, furnished with
adjoining, situated on X street. Immediately oppo-
site the Eastern Market II is the most eligible BUSH
ness stand in the city Of Washington.
For terms apply TO the subscriber, at his residence
on street south, near the Navy Yard.
iy l7--3ts PETER LITTLE.