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Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

nent more expeditonsly thAs n eiaieF 4 M
Isihmus routes Al pfssenl uarA
We feel good deal q solIcsa1ls absas shis
matter, aud We are especially snsioas W zee
arrangements made 70 carry the mail tArcagh
TO California on the southern roa.e. We sss
firmly convinced that with fair trial ID ~sIl
prove the best route. The difsculisss which
formerly existed on II have been removed by
the recent purchase Of a part Of Soaora. u 10
shorter in distance, easier 10 travel, aud eili
accommodate more people than siiher o. the
other routes, whilst il Is not liable 10 obssrue.
tions from the influences OF the climate.
The results Of the Pacific Railroad surveys
prove that the line from Texas through III
Paso is the practicable route for the road, al
though it received but little Of the nppropria-
ton made for those surveys, and was the last
upon which surveying parties were placed.
This route should not be neglected any further,
and we presume that the Post Office Depart
ment will see that il has something like a fair
chance. The post road from Froutera west,
commodate considerable population between
the Rio Grande and California, which now
have no mail facilities whatever. We know
that, Independent Of the present population
south of the Gila, a considerable emigration
is going there. The route will pass through a
valuable country abounding in mines and agri.
cultural resources. Let the service, then,
which Congress has authorized be placed upon
the route, SO that the capacities Of . valuable
district, but recently added to the confederacy,
may be made known, and that the southern Pa.
ci6c Railroad line may have at last fair
chance, and SO that everything may be accom-
plished which the law allows to satisfy the de-
mands of the people of California for shorter
route than those by Panama and Nicaragua,
which impose, as they say, extra postages upon
thor,
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
Fsom The San Antonia Ledger OF March Sd.
SANTA FE AND CALIFORNIA.

Giddings train, in charge Of Captain X. +.
Crane, arrived on Wednesday with the u. S.
mail from Santa Fe, by which we have received
the following:
SAN ANTONIO, March l, 1856.
Mn. EDIroR: Before leaving the head Of the
Limpia, learned, on reliable authority, that
Captain Henry Stanton, Of the lst dragons,
while on an expedition to the White Mountains,
was killed, and also two soldiers Lieutenant
Stnrgess, Of the same regiment, went out few
DAYS after, and killed three Indians about the
same place.
also learned that the Government of Mexi-
co had called on the Secretary for 5000
mounted volunteers.
The settlement near Bent's Fort, on the In.
dependence road containing some AZ persons,
had been entirely exterminated by the Eutaws.
Major Cunningham, paymaster, stationed at
Santa Fe, had been knocked down in his office,
the key taken from his pocket, and his safe
robbed Of $4,000. The perpetrators are sup
posed TO be Americans, and some clue had
been obtained Of them.
A portion Of Major Simpsons command have
gone on an expedition TO the White Mountains.
His depot is twenty miles northeast from the
III Paso road, near Eagle Springs. Captain
Elliot commanded company A of the rifles, and
Captain Travis, Texas volunteers, had, a few
days previous TO my leaving, gone on a scout
to q mountain northeast from Preside del
Norte, called Las Cheses, where il was said
large body Of Comanches and Muscaleros had
concentrated.
We met Lieutenant Mechling and party leav-
ing the head of Devils River on the oath, and
same day met McHenrys train four miles be-
low, and w. Smiths train, all well.
Ont night Of the 18th of February we en-
countered most terrible snow storm, and had
to build fires TO keep the mules from freezing
The snow fell to the depth Of about sixteen in
ches. j. ID.
The same paper publishes a letter from Cap
tain Henry, of the Texan Rangers, to the
Governor Of Chihuahua, making an offer Of
the services Of himself and company to fight
the Indians, for stated wages. The letter says !:
ave are armed in the best manner for In
dim fighting, and mounted on the best horses
that Texas affords, and the men are perfectly
acquainted with the mode Of Indian warfare.
You need not have the least doubt of the purity
OF my motives, when inform you that ! am
so connected with your native blood by mar
riage and otherwise, that / could not by any
means act in a manner disreputable to the
Mexican nation, or more particularly to the
dignity of the State over which your cxcelency
has the honor to preside"
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
TNTEREsTING NEWs.--We have JUS

i received large assortment OF BOOTS and
SHOES for ladies', misses, and children's wear,
which we offer very low.
Ladies' Caters from 81 10 SO.
Misses Boots OF every kind, in proportion.
OF Chdren's Shoes we have every color and
style, from 25 cents up.
The inquiry generally is, Where can we find
good assortment of shoes ior children We can
answer all such quersts to their satisfaction if
they give a call
We would also state that prepared 10
manufacture every style Of boot or shoes usually
worn by gentlemen ladies' misses, or children.
Also on hand, every description Of boots and
shoes, which will be sold very low.
Call and examine for yourselves before pur-
chasing elsewhere, as we are determined 10 SELL
s. G. MILLS & CO.,
Mar l-3t No. 4S6 Seventh ST.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
The Dying Gladiator ohe exquisite work, i

The Dying Gladiator nhe exquisite work, in
marble) has been Withdrawn from public exhibi-
iion Though not yet dead, this celebrated char
acter has been cofTined in a rude box and carted
10 place OF safety. This association does not
seem to accord with classic taste, though com
patble with business pursuits.
We regret that Mo Risque, the owner Of the
property, failed TO realize that encouragement
from the public which was due 10 his enterprise
in afIording an opportunity to witness truly elc-
giant production Of statuary.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

NEw YoRK, March id.--Coiton is firm, with an
upward ,cadenry.
Flour 10 unchanged, with moderate demand
Al previous raies-sales OF 5000 barrels. South
era i 6rm--saes OF 2,750 barrels, at 50 l2@
80 S1k
Wheat IL tribe lower--saes OF ~, 900 bushels.
Cora is unchanged--sacs Of Western mixed at
10 cents.
Fork ID irm and upward.
Beef y unchanged, with moderate demand AT
previous rates,
Lard il downward aud dull
Whisky Is iowrr--saes OF Ohio al 30i cents.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

Reward.--It will be seen, by reference to an
advertisement in our columns, to-day, that re-
ward Of two hundred and 6hy dollars is offered
on the arrest and conviction Of the person who,
on Thursday night, burglariously entered the
Union Bndery," destroying and stealing large
amount. of properly, and attempting to FIRE the
building.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
rDABLE CUTLERY, ALBATA FORKS

il and Spoons, &c.--Just received a large as
sor,ment Of superior Table Cutlery of every va
riety.
Also, every style OF the finest quality Albata
Forks Spoons, Tea Sets, Cake Baskets, Castors,
Sc, which will be found the best substitute for
real silver ever discovered.
NJ w. GAIT & BRO,
32i Penn. avenue, between 9th and 10 streets.
Feb i6-3tif
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

N ished education, recently arrived in this
city, and, possessing the best references, wishes TO
find IN private family, situation as teacher
of FIench, Spanish, Drawing and ornamental !
Painting. As mis- knowledge of the English is inn
perfect he would be satisfied al first, with small
compensation. Apply at this Office, by cores
pondencc or Otherwise. Jan. %.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

TAKE NOTICE,

HAVE now on hand a large assortment
l OF every description OF Spectscles, from the
lowes price TO the very best quality used, and
having been for long time engaged in msnufac-
turing and adjusting Glasses for the most difficult
and detective visions therefore can with confidence
guarantee 90 benefit and improve the sight Of al
who need.
Call st AIS, Pennsylvania avenue, Sign Of the
srgs Spread Eagle .. AUOD,
Feb Organ.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
+ ATER YEARS, by the Author of !. tn.

IL Old House by The RIVER
Mr.. Rutherfords Children, second volume.
Pebbles from the Lake Shore, or Miscellaneous
Poems, by Charles Leland Potter, A. nj.
General Notions of Chemistry, translated from
the French, by Edmund G. Evans, M. d.
The Land of The Saracens, by Baysrd Taylor.
Brushwood picked up on the Continent; or
Last Summers Trip to the Old World, by Orville
Horwitz.
Discovery of the Sources Of the Mississippi
River, by Henry X. Schoolcraft
Danas Mnreaogy, 4ih edition.
The above are selected from large arrival of
new books at TAYLOR & MAURYS
Dec y Bookstore. near 9th 81.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
PROPOSALS FOR FURNISHING PAPER
FOR THE PUBLIC PRINTING.

OFFICE SUPERINTENDENT PUBLIC PRINTING,
WASHINGTON, January %, 1855.
TN Pursuance Of the provisions of the act
entitled "An act to provide for executing The
public printing! &c. approved August 26, 1852
sealed proposals will be received al this Office, in
the Capitol, until Wednesday, the 2Sth day of
March next, at l2 o'clock, m. for furnishing the
following quantities and descriptions Of writing
paper. 10 wit:
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
GOSO REwARD.-Tho "Union Bin

S25O dsry," % IN MAYORS BoiIdus' o% corner "E E
and 131 streets, was last night burglarously en-.
tered, and a large amount OF property destroyed
and stolen, and attempts made TO fire the build
ings
The above reward will be paid at the clerks
Office of the "Union," on the arrest and conviction
OF the burglar, thief and incendary.
March 17--2t
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

"OUsE WANTED.-The advertiser de-
Ill sircs to engage small and convenient tene-
ment of six or seven rooms, located upon the north
side of Pennsylvania avenue. Rent not TO exceed
S225 A good tenant and prompt payment.
Address - Box 152, City Post Office
March l7--3t*
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
To OFFICERS, SOLDIERS. sEAMEN,
&C., OF ALL WARS, THEIR WIDOWS
AND MINOR CHILDREN.
:. Nj. KNIGHT,
Attorney for Government Claimants,


WASHINGTON, ID. C..
rONTlNUES TO give prompt and personal at
~ tention 10 the prosecution OF Claims OF every
description against the General Government, and
particularly 10 those before the Treasury Depart.
mcnt. Pension and Bounty Land Bureaus, Patent
and General Land Offices, aud Board OF Claims.
An experience Of years, and a familiarity with
the means OF obtaining the oarftsa and most ia
vorabe action on Claims, with his facilities Tor the
dispatch OF business, justify him in assuring his
Correspondents, Claimants, and the public gener.
ally, that Interests intrussed 10 bis keeping will
not be neglected.
Pension, Bounty Land. Patent, and Public
Land Laws.
lie has nearly ready for gratuitous distribution
among his business Correspondents, (and fhose
who may become SUCH neat pamphlet contain.
ing synopsis Of the existing Penson, Bounty
Land, Paiest, and Public Land Laws. down 10
the end OF the late Congress, Including the
Bounty Land Act of Id March. 1855,
under which all who have heretofore received
less than 100 acres are now entitled 10 additional
land; said Act grants also l60 acres 10 all Odicers
Non.commissioned Oficers. Chaplains Soldiers,
Wagon masters, Teamsters, and friendly Indians,
OF the Army, including State Troops Volunteers,
aud Militia--and all Onhcsrs Seamcn, Ordinary
Scamen, Marines, Clerks, and Landsmcn, Of the
Navy, not heretofore provided for, who have
serve! not less than fourteen days unless in bat
tle) al any Berod since l176; and 10 the widows
and minor children OF all such persons enifled,
and deceased.
This pamphlet contains Forms of Applicstion"
more full and complete than any elsewhere 20 he
found; adapted 20 the wants of every class of
Claimants under the Act, with coplous decisions
and instructions OF the Department, and practical
suggestions TO the course 10 be pursued IN sus-
pended or rejected cases.
Parties not wishing to avail themselves of the
facilities afforded BY this Office in securing yropsys
and personal sBysylsfcRdsHos of their claims NJ the
Departments, can obtain copies Of tho above
pamphlet by remtiing thirty ccnts 10 postage
stamps.
Inducements 90 Correspondents.
Correspondents who prepare and forward eases
for management by this Agency will he dealt whh
literally; supplied with all necessary blanks gref,s,
and kept constantly advised Of the changes that
from time TO time occur in the execution of the
law
Ii is within the subscribers power 10 direri III.
Correspondents 10 the locality of very macy per.
sons entitled under the late Act; and having OBJ
tanned several thousand Land Warrants under
former laws he Il in possession ot data that VIII
materially assist in securing additional bounty.
Fees, below tho usual ratcs--and contingent
upon the admission OF Claims.
| The highest cash pricrs given Cor Lsrd War.
rants, Revolutionary Scrip, and Illinois Land
| Patents.
Address :. M. KNIGHT,
Washington City.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
READY MADE CLOTHING

IN is advanced, we have determined 10 sell oil
the remaining portion of our winter stock al
greatly reduced prices therefore gentleman wish
ing 10 consult economy in purchasing fine Over
coats, Talmas Dress, Frock, and Business Coats /;
Black and Fancy Cashmere Pants; Velvet Silk,
Satin, and Merino Vests Under Shirts and
Drawers, and all other ready made garments OF
fine quality, will find our present variety 10 be as
well assorted as in the beginning OF the season,
with the advantage Of much lower prices.
WALL 81 STEPHENS,
332 Pa. avenue, next TO iron Hall.
Feb % .asa a
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

Death Of MIR. Wailes.-Mrs. Black, who, while
lsboring under 6t Of insanity, committed suicide
on Monday morning, was buried during Thursday
forenoon and on the evening OF that day her
father, Mr.. Isaac ii. Wales, who was i'll at the
time OF the above-named melancholy occurrence,
departed this life. He was one OF the Capitol po-
lice. In this capacity his conduct was always
marked by tha, kindness and courtesy which char
acterized his walk through life as highly respect.
able, useful, and generally esteemed citizen.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
GREAT ATTRACTION

DREMIUM DAGUERREOTYPES taken at
I STEWARDS Gallery, Pennsylvania ave-
nue., over Gslt's Jewelry Store.
Pictures in best quality of cases from so cents
and upwards.
We invite the public to call and Judge for them
selves. March l7-dlmo
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
MRS. A. M. MADDOX'S

ROhNDAN1 hOOSAI, NO to- y StToct,
ID between 9th and 7ih streets, near the corner
OF 7lh street, Washington, ID. c., is prepared 10
accommodate BOARDERS by the month, week.
day, or meal. Residence within two or three
minutes walk OF the Patent. General, and City
Post Offices.
Gentlemen can have Board with or withou
Rooms. Dec Scott
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

No Shaving on sundays.-1t is stated Z" that
the BARRIERS Of Providence, Rhode Island have
petlioned the Mayor and Board OF Aldermen 10
cause the law relating TO shops being kept open
on the Sabbath 10 be enforced. The petition is
signed by nearly every one of the profession"
Several years ago, gallant old bachelor in our
city councils presented the project OF a law, re-
quiring the barber shops in this city TO be closed
on the Sabbath; but his fcllow.members, with lit.
tie ceremony, rejected the proposition.
A majority Of the profession then, as now,
would like 10 have day ofrest from shaving and
har-cutiing, but indisposed TO close their
Offices" while the minority, by keeping open,
would be reaping profits from the business which
might as well be transacted on Saturday.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

NEW NOVEL, by the author Of a Mary
~ Bsrton.--North and South, by the author
of Crawford, the Moorlsnd Cottage, &c. Price
3Tt cents.
Kings and Queens, or Lifc in the Palace; BY
John = g. Abbott. Price ~.
Jus, published and for sale at
TAYLOR & MAURYS
March Bookstore near 9th st.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
Gsleyrapbif.


PniLADEIrnIs, March lG.--The United States
s.eamsi<p San Jacinto, latest from Key West, ,s
reported below.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

The Methodist Protestant Conference, now
in session in Alexandra, Virginia, has elected the
Rev. J. w. Everest its president, in the place OF
the late Rev. DIR. j. 8. Reese.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

NfoDGRN IAsGUAGE~.--D. ~ Grvax.
Nl . nafive 81 France, iraracr ~ MoJcrn Ian.
snaEes, especially Fr~nch, sp.nish. sRd G~smsa-
Trsasiniicn. made With corr~rinrss and punctu
any. professos ~ Numrsmsitcs. for the clAs-i6.
eaton snd srplsnsftom ~ mednis and coins
rennsylvnnla avenpr, south SIDE, between ssh
and 1th streets, opposite RFownis Hotel.
Furnished Rooms 70 rvni a. thsi Pisc.
sep 1l--<i
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

A Hook and Ladder Company has been reg.
ulary organized in this city; valuable adjunct
to the fire department, especially as the supply Of
water is insufficient, in the larger number Of cases,
10 suppress the flames.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

CROW QUILLs. - Further supply of the
bundles Just received at
TAYLOR & MAURYS
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
COURT or CLAIMS, sc.

l,HARLES LEE JONES, in addition 10 his
II Ordinary practice IN the Circuit Court OF the
District Of Columbia, viii practic. ~ the Supreme
Court of the Uaaed States aud in the newly.con.
sltuied ior the Investigation oi claims against
the unaed States In the management OF cases
before the supreme Coan and IN the prosecution
of claims before the n.wly-constsiutcd Court 81
Claims. his father. General Waiter Jones, though
noslly retired from general yrsd,ce. will unite
With hon, aud DO his beet 10 advance thu success
~ clients, hy wriiten statsmvnts aud Arguments,
snd ~ all other necdlul aad proper exertions.
Odsce "a street, Hear Pennsylvania avenue.
March t0--Jawimu
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

II NV PNKTNENSHTP.-Su COURT
oflhe United dStates.-RoBERIJ J. WALKER
aud LOUIS JANlN have formed a copartnership
under the name of "WALKER & JASIN," for the
argument OF cases in the Supreme Court of the
Unaed States, al Washington city, where both
will attend throughout the future sessions OF that
court They may be addressed at Washington,
New York, or New Orleans.
Jan lg-eo3m
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
The ohio River, &s.

CNciNNAII, March ld.--There is sixteen feet ol
water IA the channel Business is generally ac-
tive. Eastern exchange has advanced to prem.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
AGENCY AT WASHINGTON CITY.
(OHce on r Street, near Fourteenth .Sfrea.)
THE NATIONAL HOTEL,
TN this city. Will be re-opened for the re

TN this city. Will be re-opened for the re-
il ception OF guests on the 9th Of this month.
The removal Of the Kitchen from the basement 10
the rear OF the building and the alterations in and
about the Dining Rooms, will add greatly to the
convenience and comfort OF its guests. The table
will be furnished with the best the mar kets can
afford and served in the best style, and no expense
OF labor VIII be spared 10 render the house, in
every respect equal 10 any in the country. The
subscriber therefore, trusts that generous public
will continue the liberal patronage which has al
ways been extended TO the house. Persons de-
string 20 procure rooms for the winter, do so
Ai any time after the Goth, by calling at the Hotel.
T.. ID. WILLARD.
Washington city, November IA, 1854.
Nov left
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

CITUATION WANTED.-By young
y Frenchman, who comes well recommended
as waiter in hotel or family, or VG'et dc Cham
5re. Apply al this Office.
Mar Is
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

GHIRTs MADE To OORDasH.--s1EvkN
- Browns Hotel, j. prepared 10 mak. shirts 10
measure, and warrants them IN all eases Ia g.
Gents troubled with bad 6uing Shirts caa be
suited at STEvENS'S
Dec 7--.}tif Salesroofn Browns Hostel.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
Ramsred Arrest OF Baker.

PnlLApEIPnIA, March l6--lt is rumored here
that Baker, the murderer OF Pool, was arrested
ihs morning AT the Mnrrisiown railroad depot.
should Il prove correct, Information viii be trans
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

sNILEs' REGIsrERD for " American
IN State Papers."--A complete set OF Niles
Register, 70 volumes, or any other books, will
he given in exchange for the American State
Papersr and American Archives" or they will
be purchased At a liberal price.
TAYLOR &, MAURY,
tebia Near 9th street.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

The report il unfounded. IL arose from the
train being searched on suspicion OF MIR. Baker
beng among the passengers.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

VISITING CARDS Printed at short
v Notice, and Plates beautifully engraved in
every style w. c. ZANTZINGER,
Adjoining Kirkwood House.
Dec 7--3iaw4wif
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17

Gidding's train, in charge of Captain II.
Crane, arrived on Wednesday with the U. S
mail from Santa Fe, BY which we have receives
the following:
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
FRENCH GENTLEMAN, with fin

Superintendent of Public Printing.
Washington sentinel., 1855-03-17
Pension, Bounty Land, Patent, and Publ
Land Laws.

lie has nearly ready for gratuitous distribution
among his business Correspondents, (and hose
who may become SUCH neat pamphlet contain.
ing a synopsis Of the existing Penson, Bounty
Land, Paiest, and Public Land Laws, down 10
the end of The late CnngIcss. inclndInE the
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-10-30

ARD OIL, spirit Gas, Linsccd Oil, Copsl, Japss.
IL bemag aud Coach Narnish hand and for AZ
at REYNOLDS Drug store.
a0n BONES Glass ware and Window Giaxs II
AOU REYNOLDS Drug store.
I CAsk prunes at ---
1 REYNOLDS Drug a1ars
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City Drug Store :!

burrows Block, Main Street .kEoKuK.
+ J. q. STEWART are now in receipt of -
- a very large and carefully selected stock 0
Of Drug Medicines and Chemicals Patent ~
Medicine, Popular Remedies Mechanical Li-0
qnora, Paints Oils, Dye Stuff, perfumery aud eve-
ry variety o fancy articles usually found in tie best
estabi hnents of the kind Every article warrant
ed pure and genuine
Purchasers will confer mutual favor by calling
at our establishment before buying elsewhere.
Physicians prescriptions earefaily put up
DR. j. u. STEWART Office and eousultiug rooru
in the Drug Store.
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
I. @. Edwards, NJ D., Ohio Medical College
j. Cobb,
John locke
May : So5 --,lEw
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WESTERN STAGE COMPANY,
RE9I,sSS{a
MEX ARRANGEMENTS

SUMMER ARRANGEMENTS.
'IfHE We-ten Sage Company respectful an
naunce ~ the puhlc that their toAche- leave
heokak Daii' tsum!y cXcepted far Fairtcid. O.
kaioosa. Fort Des Aones and Council Bluff. passing
through Bast,n. Charleston, Primrose, Winchester,
Birmingham. Ashland Az ncy City, 0ttum~a LII
dyyllle uskalocsa, Pyila, Monroe, Apple Gr,sc, .
Fl. d = Moines.
From oskalaosa ttri-weekD to Council Bluff, via
Bell fpntan hnaNyiie, Pea-antvllle, Inu iano!a St.
Charles, Wnttrsctt, lndiantown, silver Greek, to
Coancii Buff.
Also from ottnmwa via Blakesburg A 'bia, La
grunge to Charlton. t-Ne-kiv.
Also from .kouk, Daily, VIA Warren, Far mington,
Bonaparte Bntonspnrt keosauqua, Pittsburg, Troy,
to Bloomii Id.
Also 70 Fort Do1ge from Fort Des Moines, passing
through Boon boF2 and Homer.
Every ttHnton viii b. paid for the comfort aud
convenience IT passengers.
Coaches leave keokuk for all the above places at
o clock. 4. VI.
sEn- One On Main Street, second door ab the
Lariede House.
| X. A. McCHESNEY, Agent.