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General Washington's Last Vote.

Every incident in the life of Washington is full
Of interest. That plain, heroic magnitude of mind
which distinguished him above all other men, was
evident in all his actions. Patriotism, chastened
by sound Judgment and careful thought, prompted
all his public acts, and made them examples for the
study and guidance of mankind. 1t has been said
that no one can have the shortest interview with
n truly great man, without being made sensible Of
his superiority. OF too many who have some way
earued the title of great this is by no means true
Its applicability to the character of Washington is
verified in the following interesting circumstance,
related by correspondent of the Charleston
Courier
Twas present" says this correspondent, "when
General Washington gave his last vote. 1t was in
the spring of 1899, in the town of Alexandra. He
died the 18th of December following The court
house of Fairfax county was then over the market
house, and Immediately fronting Gadsby's Tavern.
The entrance into it by slight flight of crazy
steps on the outside. The election was progress
ing--several thousands Of persons in the court
house yard and immediate neighboring streets;
and was standing on Gadsby's steps when the
Father of his Country drove up, and Immediately
approached the co irt-house steps; and when
within yard or two of them, / saw eight or ten
good.looking men, from different directions, GER
tainly without the least concert, spring simutane-
ously and place themselves In positions to uphold
and support the steps should they fall in the Gen.
erals ascen, of them. was Immediately at his
back, and in that position entered the courthouse
with him-followed in his wake through dense
crowd to the polls-heard him vote-returned
with him TO the outward crowd--heard him cheer
ed by more than two thousand persons as he en-
tered his carriage-and saw his departure.
"There were five or six candidates on the bench,
sitting; and as the General approached them, they
rose 10 a body and bowed smlingly; and the salu-
tation having been returned very gracefully, the
General Immediately cast &is eyes towards the
registry Of the polls, when Colonel Denealc Il think
it was) said Well, General how do you votey
The General looked at the candidates, and said
Gentlemen, vote for measures, not for men;
and, turning to the recording table, audibly pro-
nounced his vote-saw II entercd-made grace
full bow and retired"
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snr;ng unusual advantages 20 perssns de<i-
rous Of procuring homestead" For 40 each, pay
abIs AZ month they viii SELL In fee simple bcauii.
ful building lots, ON graded streets, and VII .fess
thereon such houses a. may ee desired i9r .h'sn
ahle NV small monthly instalments. The situation ~
directly opposite the Navy Yard, commands nne
views Of The city and river Is proverbal for health
and good water and Is in every way admirably sdARl
ed for agreeable residences. Why van any iAlnly
they can purchase free home, which must double
in value long before the last insalment upon i falls
duei Early application is necessary, as but lew oil
the $50 lots offered last summer remain unsold.
JOHN FOX, Secretary,
Office Seventh street, above Odd Fellows Hall.
an o3-3m
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LAW AND CLAIM AGENCY.

LAW AND CLAIM AGENCY.
TUyHE undersigned will continue to prachce In the
various courts of this District, and attend to the
prosecution of all classes OF claims against the gov
ernment He will also attend TO the unfinished agen
cy business of vespasian Ellis, Esq.
FERDINAND M0ULT0N,
Washington City.
II. Moulton, ESQ. is authorized to close up all my
business connected with claims upon the govern
ment r,Y,o
NOV lA-1Y Y. ELLli9.
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The Governor Of Virginia, by proclamation, an
nounces that the official majority for Mr.. Holiday,
Ms Commissioner Of the Board Of Public Works
in that State at the recent election, was $50.
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Chamberlin,s Commercial College,

No. 1877 Baltimore st., baltimore, Md.
TyHls Institution presents superior IA
III cities 10 young men DESTROYS Of obtaining a
practical business education.
The course Of study embraces double entry, book
keeping as practically applied 10 the management OF
mercantile, bank manufacturing, and steamboat
books business pcnmanshp and mercantile compu-
tatons familiar lectures on commercial law, upon
the subject Of bills Of exchange promissory notes. con-
tracts, partnerships, &c. .t. IT,
The exercises are all strictly practical being de-
Quoted from actual business transactions, and 80
completely combine practice with theory, that stu
dents on the completion OF the course, are In every
respect competent 10 conduct on scientihc princi-
plies, any set OF double-enry books. The students
have access OF Commercial Library, procured ex-
pressly for their accommodation.
Examinations are held at stated periods, and di-
plomas are awarded 10 those found competent 70
represent the Institution in a mercantile capacity.
Usual length Of time 10 complete the whole course
from eight 70 ten weeks.
For particulars write and receive circular by mail.
mar 97--eood1y
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AMERICAN ORGAN.
little Bessie, and the Way she Fell Asleep.

just before the lamp was lighted,
just before the children came,
And the room was very quiet
| heard some one call my name.
All at once a window opened,
In field were lambs and sheep,
Some from ont brook were drinking,
Some were lying fast asleep.
But could not see the Saviour,
Though / strained my eyes 10 see
And wondered ii he saw me,
lfhe'd speak TO such as me.
In moment was looking
On the world so bright and fair,
Which was full OF little children,
And they seemed 50 happy there.
They were singing, oh how swectlyl
Sweeter songs never heard;
They were singing sweeter, mother,
Than can sing our yellow bird
And while my breath was holding,
One so bright upon me smiled,
And knew il must be Jesus,
When he said, "Come here, my child"
Hing me closer, closer, mother,
Put your arms around me tight;
! am cold and tired, mother,
And feel so strange onight
Something hurts me here, dear mother,
Lake stone upon my breast.
Oh! wonder, wonder, mother,
Why It is cannot rest.
All the day, while you were working,
As ! lay upon my bed,
was trying to be patient,
And TO think Of what you said
How the kind and blessed Jesus
Loves his lambs TO watch and keep,
And wished he'd come and take me
In his arms that might sleep.
"Come up here, my little Bessie
Come up here, and live with me,
Where the children never suffer,
But are happier than you see."
Then thought of all You told mo
OF that bright and happy land.
was going when you called me,
When you came and kissed my hand.
And ut first felt so sorry
You had called me; | would go,
Oh to sleep and never suffer.
Mother don't be crying so!
Hug me closer closer, motherl
Put your arms around me tight;
Oh how much love you, mother!
But feel so strange tonight.
And the mother pressed her closer
TO her over-burdened breast;
On the heart so near to breaking,
Lay the heart so near its rest.
In the solemn hour Of midnight,
In the darkness calm and deep,
Laying on her mothers bosom,
Little Bessie fell asleep.
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EsyHAS. c. TUCKER, Washingt0n, D'C Ca,
~ Attorney and Agentfor Claims, and COMMISSION ~
ar az Deeds fer all the States Revolutionary naval in
valid and hapay pensions obtained also bounty land
for services in AT the wars In which the United States
have been engaged and for the services Of
ali the muster.rolls of the Texas Revolution, he is
prepared 70 give prompt attention to the claims Of all
who served, and Of the heirs of those who died or
were killed while in the service.
Office and residence, No. 6l8 Maryland avenue.
nnx lR-dlx
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TAKE NOTICE.

yuyHE undersigned is prepared 10 furnish
i'll TO order Looking-glasses, Portrait and Pic
pier Tables. with brackets Room Moulding. Look
Eyeglasses inserted in old frames
Also. all kinds Of old work regilt with despatch,
and ON reasonable terms.
255, Penn. avenue, near Twelfth street
an ~ Opposite Kirkwood House.
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n AND and General Agency Office, SEQ
Ia hmbia Place" Seventh street, Washington,
D. C.-Caims for Bounty Land, applications for
Pension by the widows and minor heirs Of sol
diers killed Tor who died) in the United States
and other Indian wars the war of 1872 and the late
war with Mexico j applications for Pension BY the
widows and heirs Of all Revolutionary soldiers !;
Money Claims against the various Departments OF
the Government and before Congress and claims
for extra paw for Army and Navy in California and
Oregon from l848 to 1852, prosecuted by
F.. e. HASSLER, General Agent
Bland Warrants and Land Scrip bought and
sold nov l8--u
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MISCELLANEOUS.

SINGLE GENTLEMEN OR FAMILIES
- can be accommodated with Board, on reason
able terms at No. 327 Pennsylvania avenue, between
Sixth and Seventh streets. .
may 9a-am Mrs. j. Y. SISSON.
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PROCLAMATION.

IMPORTANT NOTICE.--The best mate
III rial and the beat work only allowed in the SHIRTS
made and sold by WIN. H. FAULKNER, the only
practical Shirt Maker In the city Of Washington. Try
Them, and save money, in addition to trouble, time,
and temper. Gentlemen measured, and coed fi
guaranteed In oil cases.
Orders attended 70 with despatch. Please note the
address. SIGN OF THE SHIRT,
Pennsylvania avenue, between
Third and Four-and-a-Half sts, south side.
deo B-lyd
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Nancy n. Scott, the granddaughter of the late
Hugh L. White, of Tennessee, proposes to publish
the biography and speeches of her relative.
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THE PEOPLES SAFETY FUND,
a MOS HUNT, County Constable, Collector and
n General Agent--Agent for the Potomac lnsn-
rance Company 0f Georgetown, ID. G.. Southern Pro-
lection (of Alexandria, Va Fire Insurance Compa-
MES, and the American Mutual Life Insurance Com
pany Of New Haven, Connecticut; Professor Sill
man. President; DIR. s. O. Busey. Medical Examiner.
Fey Insurance and other business promptly and
safely done on liberal terms.
v. b. Orders through the city post ofics or left
with Justices Morsell Goddard, Bates or Dom will
be carefully executed and due return made.
For character inquire Of A. Rothwell, Lewis John
son, or either the above-named Justices.
Office and residence No 81 A street North, Capitol
Hill. nov 49, iy
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HUNS LINDEsT has made many extraor.
binary cures, some Of which are almost incred
ible.
CURES.
Clark Evans, of Sing Sing, N. Y. was cured
Of disease Of the spine, after being perfect
cripple for eight years.
Q. +. Hall, Of Rockville, CT, had child
sured Of a diseased spine; also cripple.
D. d. Reed, Of Bristol R. l., was cured Of a
pinal disease of long standing.
E. M Blunt Of Sing Sing, N. Y, was cured
Of rheumatism of twenty years standing.
Henry Evartson, Of Oak Hill, N. Y, was
cured Of rheumatism and salt rheum.
Elizabeth Milligan, Of Huntingdon Co, N. ],
had the use Of her limbs restored after being
paralyzed
Physicians Of high standing use Hunts Lin
iment in obstinate cases Of rheumatism and
epinai diseases
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AGENCY AT WASHINGTON.


continues TO undertake the agency Of claims be-
fore Congress and other branches OF tho government
including commissioners under treaties and the va
rious public Offices. He will attend TO presumption
and other land claims the procuring OF patents Tor
the public lands and the confirmation by Congress
Of grants and claims to lands; claims for property
lost in or taken for the service Of the United States
property destroyed by the Indians, or while IN the
possession Of the United States invalid, revslu'
tionary, navy, widows, and halfPay pensions
claims for revolutionary services, whether for COM
mutation, halfpay, or bounty lands, as well those
against the State Of Virginia as against the United
States all claims growing out Of contracts with the
government, for damages sustained in consequence
Of the action conduct Of the government; and IN
deed any business before Congress or the public OH
ces which may require the aid Of agent or attorney
His charges win be moderate, and depending upon
the amount Of the claim and the extent OF the service
Mr. r. A. DrcKMs is known to most OF those who
have been in Congress within the last few years. or
who have occupied any public attention at Washing
ton. :. !,
His Office In on Fifteenth street, opposite TO the
Treasury Department, and next TO the Bank Of the
Metropolis.
All letters must be post paid nov IL
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"A WILLIAM Ii. HULL, 0or several years an
Examiner in the Pension ofice) will attend to the
prosecution Of claims against the Government, such
as Bounty Lands, Pensions, Back and Extra ray,
40.
Refer 10 Hon. l.. p. Waldo, Commissioner Of Pen.
sions. Hon. John Wilson, Commissioner General
Land ef6oe, and 10 the Heads of Departments and
Rureans GENERALLY. nov 18-1y
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STIMULATING Liniment, or Pain De-
- stroyer, sovereign Specific for Rheumatism
and Neuralgia for all kinds Of Aches, Painsalso for
Corns, Headache and Ear-ache, when proceeding
from cold.
Directions FOR UsE.-This Liniment must be APP
piled with the fingers and well rubbed in night and
morning, sparngly, but perseveringly. For sore
threat Of any kind and Toothache it has not its equal
for pain in the Back, Immediately over the region
of the kidneys, if we'll applied, it win give almost
relief. JAMES A. CONNOR,
Agent for the District Of Columbia,
49l Ninth bet. D and streets, Washington.
a Oa,y y
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IINCURRENT MONEY AND LAND
u Warrants bought and sold; Drafts on all the
principal cities sold to suit purchasers.
Highest rates paid for Trans-Alleghany Bank, Bank
Of Kanawha, Va, and Selden, Withers, Co.'S notes
Claims against the government collected
HAMILTON G. FAINT,
No. 4s2 Penn. avenue, Washington, D. Q.
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The Washington Monument.

10 the Editor Of the American Organ:
Sin: Agrecably TO resolution Of Eutap Council
the subjoined paper is transmitted you for publca-
ton. word or two in connexion with the sub
ect. The object contemplated must commend IL
self TO every true American. Tho only controversy
that possibly exist is with regard to tb ,means
best adapted TO the securement Of the end. We
understand that the plan Of circulars addressed on
the part Of the Managers Of the Monument to the
various councils, has been resortcdto That course,
we are convinced viii fail to secure those uniform
and thorough supplies which win be the natural
and unfailing results Of the plan below.
Our plan proposes to commence with the high
est body known to the order, and to 90 forth with
its authority. If the plan be adopted, the Grand
Council Of the United States will act Immediately
upon the State Grand Councils, and they in turn
will exert similar influence upon the subordinate
councils. The system will be thorough, and con-
sequently the desired results win be but legitimate
effects Nor is this mere theory, INFESTED and
untried. We call attention TO the following paper,
the original Of which is in the hands of the Trea-
surer Of Eutaw Council:
Received, Washington, May 20, 1855, of the
Treasurer Of Eutaw Council Georgetown, d. c.,
one hundred and my dollars, in aid Of the Wash.
ington National Monument Society, in part of
contribution Of sia hundred dollars voted by said
Eutaw Council JHo M. McCALLA,
"Treas. Washington National Monument"
Here, then, is specimen Of the working Of the
plan we recommend--an earnest OF what il is able
TO accomplish kind Of first fruits Of the album
dant harvest which may be gathered from all sec
tons Of our native land And thus the Monument
will no longer be dependent upon the uncertain
and insufficient supplies which have heretofore been
raised by the operation Of imperfect plans. But
that appropriate memorial Of the nations gratitude
will uprise in beauty aud grandeur until its stain
less marble and its towering altitude shall 6tly rep
resent alike the purity of the life and the splendor
Of the fame Of Washington. GEoRGrrowH.
| 10 the B,,ited States Grand Council of Native
| Americdns which is TO meet in June merit, in
philadelphia.
Brethren: We the Council Of Native Ameri
cans in Georgetown, District Of Columbia, greet
you as co-workers in the glorious cause of light
TRUTH and liberty; as advocates Of that real indie
| pendencc for which our fathers suffered and in
many instances, laid down their lives They be-
queathcd 70 their children the dear-bought right
of selfgovernment that Americans alone should
govern America; and the question between us
and our opponents now is, shall we or not leave
the same glorious Legacy TO our children that our
fathers left to us? Demagogues and foreigners
say that we shall not; but We Americana, one and
all, say, that, by the blessing Of God, we will IL
Is true, brethren, that we have all slumbered too
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RHEUMATISM.

This severe and painful disease has long
bafHed the skill Of thousands Of our most col
ebrated physicians. Time and money have
been wasted in futile endeavors 10 obtain
some embrocation that would perform cure !;
but all have failed except HuSrs LNnrKsT,
and that has been successful in almost every
instance in which il has been employed.
Rheumatism arises from different causes,
but most generally proceeds from colds, expo
sure 70 the weather, aud sleeping in damp
rooms Those who are subject to this com
plant should avoid remaining IN damp places
too long. Reader, il you have the rheuma
tism, no matter hew slight, procure bottle
Of that remedy, 90 celebrated under the name
Of HUNr's LIsISKST, without delay, and apply
1t thoroughly TO the parts affected, and pain
will raniah
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MEDICAL ADyERrIsEmESTs.
HOWARD ASSOCIATION,
PHILADELPHIA.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

lmFOhIANI EMIT
TWO all persons afflicted with Sexual dis
j ease, such AZ Seminal Weakness, Impotence,
Goporrhoes, elect, Syphilis, &c., dc -.
The Howard Association of Philadelphia, In view
of the awful destruction OF human life and health,
caused by Sexual diseases, aud the receptions which
practised upon the unfortunate victims OF such dis
eases by quacks, have directed their consulting Sur
geon charitable act worthy OF their name, 70 give
medical advice gratis To all persons thus afflicted
(male or female who apply by letter. (postpaid,)
with description of their condition, (age occupa-
ton, habits Of life, &c., and in cases Of extreme
poverty and suffering 10 furnish medicines free of
charge.
The Howard Association is benevolent Institu-
ton, established by special endowment for the relief
OF tie sick and distressed afflicted with "yirulent
and Epidemic Diseases and its funds can be used for
no other purpose. 1t has now surplus Of means,
which the Directors have voted TO advertise the above
notice II Ii needless to add that the Association
commands the highest Medical skill Of the age.
Address, (postpaid,) Dr. Geo. X. Calhoun, Con-
sulting Surgeon, Howard Association Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania.
By order of the Directors,
EZRA ID. HEARTWELL, President
GKo. FAIRcHILD, Secretary.
mar 80--deo&wly
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III. JOHNSON, Family Grocer, corner
- Of Seventh and streets, No. 4s9, ia being con-
stantly supplied with fresh Family Groceries o. all
kinds 70 which he respectfully solicis the patronage
Of his friends. INV Isl
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MEDICAL ADvERTIsEMENrs.
AYERS PILLS.
For ali the purposes Of a
Family Physic.

There has long existed a pub
lic demand for an effective Pur-
Tssiys Pill which could be relied
on a. sure and perfectly safe in
is operation. This has been pre-
pared 70 meet that demand, and
II .-. al ~ Ia xLirinaa
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G. w. DREW,

SUPERIOR DYER AND sCoURER,
Sout. side Pennsylrdnia dpenue, bot,oeen gh
and 1oth streets, No. 2s7.
an 1N--1y
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COFFIN wARERoOM, &c.

COfFIN WAHEHOOM, Ac.
IT WILLIAM PLANT n Co., Underta-
ID . kers-residence AIS Seventh street, between g
and streets. Interments procured in any ground
or cemetery. Collins Caps, Shrouds, Carriages,
quality furnished at short notice the most reason
able terms, and at all hours Of the night Having
the exclusive right Of Crump's Patent Corpse Pre-
server We guarantee 70 keep the dead for any length
Of time. nov 2S-dly
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GENERAL INFORMATION.

Almanac for the City Of Washington.
THIS DAT
Sun RISES .....4 40 Length Of day. IA 40
Sun sets ...7 20
New moon 18TH 1049 A. NJ. M. changes %, ESQ Am.
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a~ps = STEAMER GEORGE PAGE

NaP&8H In eonnerion with he Orange and
tsh<31 dierandvid Railroad
This commodous steamer will leave her slip. foot
Of Seventh street daily at O'Clock A. NJ arriving in
Alexandria in for the trains Of the Orange and
Alexandria and Manassas Gap railroads for Gordons
vile, Charlottesville, and Staunton, on the Manassas
road for Winchester and Strasburg.
Breakfast on board the boat.
This boat "a the only regular line between WASH
ington and Alexandra.
JOHN VAN RISwICK,
RICHARD WALLACE
Proprietors.
sp8o-s EA RYTHER, Captain.
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For the speedy cure of RnrUMArIsx, bisEass
or THE SPNr, WEAKsEss IN THE BACK on
6DE, Paralysis OF TIE LIMBS. STRAINS,
WEAK ANKLES, BRUIsEs DC, DO
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LAKRABEE'S PILE OF. TMENT.
NOR Piles, Fresh Cuts, Old Sores, Scat \,
u Ulcers, Sore Breasts, letters, or any other
Eruptions of the Skim
Directions for use.--Apply the ointment twice
every "a hours previously cleansing the affected part
with CASTLE Soap and water. No water should be
used on letters. When intended to draw, spread it
tolerably thick To heal il should be spread thin.
For Scald Bruise, add about equal parts Of good
Lard, and little fine Chalk.
JAMES A. CONNER,
Agent for the District of Columbia.
Residence on 9Th, between d and E streets, No.
491 mar 19-2aw6m
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WEAKNESS OF THE ANKLES.

Strains and long continued pains, cold, and
external injuries, are the chief causes Of this
malady. The muscles are relaxed, and in
many cases, making it difficult to move. BY
free use Of Hours LrSIxKSr, certain cure
will he effected.
Hunts Eniment is sold by the Druggists
generally, throughout the United States
Price, % cents per bottle
CHARLES STOTT 4 CO.,
Corner Of Seventh st. and Pa. avenue, Agents
ian l0-2aw6m for Washington.
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DISEASE OF THE SPINE.

The vertebra Of the human system is liable,
from colds, strains, and external injuries, TO
be drawn out Of shape, sometimes contracting
so as to bend the body completely double,
and then again win take curve, distorting
the body, making hideous form
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DRIGGs, HALL ~ co., Engineers and
- General Machinists corner Of Virginia avenue
and Ninth street wsst Washington, District Of Co
Inmhia nov lS--ly