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The Investigation.

From all we hear this morning, we doubt
not, the Superintendent Of the Public Printing,
and others referred to in connection with his
accounts and contract, which were alluded to
in our issue Of Saturday last will promptly in
vite rigid scrutiny into their official acts, as
public officers and agents. This course would
be highly honorable to them, and we trust they
will pursue it, let the consequences affect whom
they may. This course is due as well to
themselves as to the public, and to Congress.
Mssappose the Washington Union omitted
oil allusion to these matters in its issue Of yes
terday, simply and only because its proprietors
intended to demand ADMINISTRATION before a
proper committee Of the Senate We shall see 7
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DIED,

At the Western Hotel, New York, on Saturday, the
LIST instant at IL P. NJ, JAMES MAHoSr, in the 4lst
year of his age, native of the county Cork Ireland
for the last two years resident OF this city. He
served calamity his adopted country volunteer
during the Mexican war He leaves wife and two
children TO lament their sad bereavement.
On Saturday morning, WILLIAM EDGAR, infant son
of John T. and Ann Virginia Moss, of this city.
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PsoLrrrc.--The Woonsocket Patriot states that
Mr.. Joseph Mowry, Of Burrillville, Rhode Island,
has turkey which has reared eighteen young
ones this season. and laid one hundred and twenty.
two eggs. Alec, that Mr.. Benjamin Pickering, Of
Blackstone has raised stalk of corn this season
which bore thirty-tvo ears. They were small in
size, Of course,
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Department News.
INrxxroR DEpARrNEkr.

General Land OTcs.--Surveys IN Florida.
The surveyor general of Florida in letter to the
Commissionersof the General Land Office. having
proposed certain surveys to be commenced this
winter, has received instructions from this Office
to contract for the survey Of township lines as
far south az Carloosahatchee river. These surveys
are a continuation of those to which we have al
ready called attention, and which viii soon be
completed.
Horticultural Division Of The Patent Office
Return Of Mr. Glover.--We are happy to an
nounce the safe return of Mr.. Glover, the natu-
ralst Of the Patent Office, who was sent south by
this Office for the purpose of investigating the ma
ture and habits OF the insects injurious and bene-
fetal to vegetation. The Commissioner OF fatents
expressed himself as highly gratifed with the re-
port of Mr.. G. In relation to the orange and scale
or cocus insects and the red bug and the caterpil-
lar, which are said to be very destructive to tho
cotton plant.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-12-10

J The Ninth Ward American Club, of New
York City, in view Of the triumph Of the party
in the State, at the recent election, gave a
Grand Banquet, on Friday evening, in COM
memoration Of the victory.
Messrs. John M. Bolts E. g. Perrin, e. w.
Andrews, and Daniel Ullmann made speeches,
which were received with great applause. The
following are the toasts:
l. The Memory Of Washington -Sacredly en-
shrined within the hearts of allit can never die.
O. The President of the United States.
g. The Governor of the State OF New York.
A. The States of our Union--cemented by the
blood OF heroes and bound together by common
patriotism--a common and universal interest--re-
ligious, commercial and humane--the alliance IL
sacred and holy--and all attempts at severance,
sacrilege and at war win the dearest interests Of
the American people.
s. Each State Of our Union--a star in the heaven
Of Freedom to light the pathway--and cheer the
heart of every liberty loving son of EARTH
6. The Ninth Ward National American Club
Its motto, America its object, Truth its aim, the
elevation of man its end, Victory.
I. Civil and Religious Liberty. pillars Of
our Republic, and the arch of our safety. Wepro-
tect them with our lives, our fortunes, and our
sacred honors.
y. The Victory OF the American Tdry VI ZIG
| State Of New York--an evidence Of the present
doings and future intentions of Sam. With the aid
of other States, he will plant our National Banner
upon the dome of our Capitol at Washington, in
1855. 4a.
9. The Ladies' of America.--The best compan-
ions Of man in life in prosperity, his joy; In ad-
versty, his stay Their smiles will cheer and their
influence elevate US.
TO- The American Citizen.-The education me-
cessary to make such character is not the work
of few years, but ola lifetime.
IL. The Founders of the American Party
Their noble work entities them to the gratitude OF
this and all future generations.
IL. Young Amerca-As the folds of Freedoms
banner are welcomed In each new State Of our
Union, so we welcome to our ranks the young
body-guard of our great party.
Is. The Flag of our Country Its Stars the light
of humanity Stripes the scorpions Of tyranny.
The first, second, and third toasts, compliments
ry to the names Of " Washington" the Presi-
dent" and Governor" were drank in silence.
Music to the first" O, come, let US worship"
To the fourth toast" the States OF the Union.
Music" Hail Columbia"
Hon Daniel Ulmann responded When he arose
he was received with rapturous applause.
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IT OsT.-A Port-monnsie, of Light Color
IL ed Leather, on the north side of Pennsylvania
avenue, between Four.and-a -half and Sixth streets
containing two FIVE dollar notes and ten cent piece
suitable reward will be paid 10 whoever has found
and will return il TO the owner, at j. ID. Benjamin's
No. 500 III street. or TO Mr. G. Lane, Pennsylvania
avenue, between Four-and-a-half and Sixth streets
dec lO--StE
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Marine Disaster,

BosroS, Dec. s.--The bark Nautilus, from Smyr-
ma for Boston, with cargo Of wool and bgs, has
been abandoned at sea by her captain and crew.
They were picked up by British brig, and brought
into Gloucester, Mass.
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ARREST or A LAwrxs.--w. r. Morgan, . law
yer Of ST. Louis has been arrested on charge o
having stolen goods in his possession.
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Three Steamers Burned.

ST. LOUIS, December Three steamboats, were
burned at eur levee tonight Loss $4,000. Par
tally insured. No lives lost.
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R We win publish tomorrow the letter
of A. J. Donelson, of Tennessee, to tho Ameri-
can meeting recently held at Louisville. Ken
lucky.
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A FIRE engine exploded in Cincinnati on Thurs
day last, killing several men, and inurng several
Others Mr.. Latta, themsster Of Gre engine, was
severely injured.
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A. H. Simmons, one Of the proprietors Of the
Philadelphia Ledger, and also Of the Baltimore
Sun, died in Philadelphia on Saturday evening.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-12-10

4 Governor Winston, Of Alabama, in HE late NEE
cage, recommends the calling Of convention 10
revise the State Constitution.
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Senator Mason was reelected United States
Senator by the Virginia Legislature on Satur
day last. The Americans voted for Judge Sum
mers It was strict party vote.
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Escape of John w. Rand, Bank Rob6er.

CONCORD, N. H., Dec. 8.--John w. Rand, the
noted bank robber, broke jail again last night by
saving off the bars Of his cell window. The large
dog kept at the Jail was found poisoned in the
yard active means have been taken for his recap.
ture
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Loss Of Schooner-Isoo Men Drovaed

BUFFALO, Dec. THE schooner Helliwell went
ashore on Sunday in Long Point Gut Canada West.
The captain. mate, and crew of the schooner Low
land Lass went to the Of those on board the
Helwell, and while doing 80 two Of their number
were drowned.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-12-10

EY- We learn that MIR. B. b. French was
very active in the House this morning in press
ing his claims as candidate for an important
office. Last summer he repudiated the Ameri-
can, cause.
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BY THE MORNINGS MAIL.
Late Foreign Intslligs,ses.

NEW YoRK. Dec. 9.-The steamer Ariel, from
Hayre and Cowes, left the latter port ON the zotn
and arrived here to-day She brings the second
ed ton of the London Times Of the Gath ult.
A letter from Kamiesch, dated November ga,
states that some triaing engagements had taken
place at Kertsch between the advanced posts OF
the Russians under General Wrangel and the An
glo Turkish contingent, in which the latter were
hard pressed, and had sent to Balakiava Tor REIN
forcements
Kinburn Unprotected by squadron OF frigates
and floating batteries, in addition TO the perma-
nent fortifcations but the Allies are In fear that
the Russians will make an effort to retake It as
soon as the river freezes over.
The Vienna correspondent of the Times states
positively that preliminary steps towards realiza-
ton Of the first and fourth points of the four guar
antees are about to be taken. The first point re-
ates to the Principalities, and the second TO the
future position Of the Christian population in Tur-
kew. Conferences relative 10 the reorganization
of Moldayia and Wallachia would begin at Con-
stantinople as soon as the Austrian Envoy Baron
Prokeschj reaches that eity.
The Berlin correspondent OF the Times states
that the rumored Swedish alliance is doubted there.
The Belgian War Minister has determined upon
increasing the defences of Antwerp, BY building
General Simpson and suite arrived at Marseilles on
the 23d November.
The French squadron, under Admiral Brust,
with the Imperial Guard, were spoken in the Greek
Archipelago on their way homo.
y Intelligence from Kars states that the garrison
had received supply ofprovisions from captured
Russian convoy
The report Of the insanity Of Gen. Mourief is
not confirmed.
The Friday Evening Times in It's city articles
says Consols for money opened at 80 SO, from
whence thew advanced to SO 7-8. A relapse subse.
quently took place to SO IL, which was the last
official nrica ksp 83. f#f
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GovrRSoR SHASroS,-Pettions are In course Of
signature in Leavenwortb, Dohipban, Lawrence,
Ocens, and Topeka, kansas, requesting President
Pierce to remove Governor Wilson shannon.
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Ne,r York Election.

ALBANY, Dec 8.--The whole vote Of the city
and county of New York for Judge Of the Court 81
Appeals, for the long term Is returned BY the New
York canvassers for Samuel 8. Selden. This will
compel the State canvassers to give the certificate
of election to Mr.. Campbell X. N. Mr.. Selden,
DEM, loses the vote Of Duchess county also, which
is returned for Samuel s. Sheldon.
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WANTED.

MEN to buy, and Responsible Agents TO
IvH SELL Patent Right Inquire at RUPP'S,
4s4, Pennsylvania avenue, between and II o'clock,
A. NJ, this week. dec 10--4tr
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Marine Disaster.

CHARLEsroN, Dec. 8.--The brig G. Il. Abbott,
with cargo Of sugars and molasses, from Orleans
for Savannah, was run into on Thursday by an un-
known ship, which took of all but ohe man. Last
evening the steamer Carolina, from Jacksonville
for Charleston, found the brig forty miles south o.
Savannah, and towed her to Martins Industry
Light, where she took off the remaining man, and
abandoned the wreck on account Of Its sinking con-
ditiOn. y
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The credit Of these exercises" to be applied TO
helping along the souls in Purgatosy In other
words obey the priesthood--do just az the Holy
Humbug commands, and HE win assume the pre-
rogatve of God, and grant the sinner all sorts Of
"indulgences" here, and absolute sbsolution here
AFTER RI this FOOLS logic Is not blssphemous non
sense, we don't know how else TO characterize It.
II ia passing strange that any HONEST mind can be
deludcd by such religious Peter-Funkim. ---Nss
York Mirror.
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LAND WARRANTS still dropping down, and
dull at the following rates to-day, December
10, viz:
Q0ta ard 1l0fu on roY,4u mar orv,o
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We non condemn the repeal of the Missouri
Compromise.
We notc contend that the question Of slavery
should form no part of the American platform.
We aow condemn ultraism at the South as
much rs at the North
We non maintain the reserved rights Of the
States, to their fullest extent
We non claim to be neither pro-slavery nor
anti-slavery in our editorials
We nou protest against the agitation of the
question Of slavery in Congress, or Of any other
sectional question, by the American party.
We challenge the Uhole host of our enemies
to shou, that ever, Mt any time, wo held opin-
ions adverse to those above laid down.
Lot us be answered by facts, and not by
denunciations and abuse. We heed not tho
latter, nor will they be taken in the place Of
/ facts by our intelligent public, We have lived
Wong enough to learn the nothingness Of anath-
lemas. They are poor substitute for proofs
9rhis is the era Of investigation people
think for themselves, and not as formerly
through brainless demagogucs and selfish pol.
iticians Men cannot now be led by the nose
even though threatened with the loss of ears
and tonguesl The American Reformation
began with the people, without the aid Of poll.
tciims,--it win reach its contamination, moi
only without assistance from, but in defiance
Of those who threaten pains and penalties for
non-confornity to their impotent behests.
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The washington Monument.

In glancing at the proceedings Of the House
of Delegates Of Virginia, as reported in the
Richmond Enquirer, we find in debate held
on the 2lst instant the following, to wit
Mr.. Seldom asked Mr. Burwell If he had sub
scribed to the Washington Monument, and II he
approved of the forcble seizure Of that fund by the
Know-NothngsS
(" Mr.. Burwell had never contributed 10 the
Monument, because he dsapproved Of that mode
OF honoring great public characters. He cen
sured the act by which the Know-Nothing par.
" m Washington took possession of that fund
he considered il unjustifable.
Mr.. Seddon had contributed to that fund, and
was glad TO hear Mr.. BurweIl censure the act OF
the Know-Nothings Of Washington in seizipg upon
And so Mr. Seddon charges that there was
" forci6k seizure Of that fund" subscribed to
the Monument and Mr. Burwel "censured
the act by which the KAow Nothing party in
Washington took possession Of that fund.-
DC. Such Is the language Of these gentlemen
ne reported by the Enquirer.
This is the first time we have ever heard that
there was any fund" which changed hands
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A Practical SERMos.--A few Sundays since, a
certain highly popular and talented clergyman Of
the Methodist Church, read to his congregation the
I'd chapter of Paurs Epistle to the Ephessns, the
10th verse Of which is as follows:
snow, therefore, ye are no more strangers and
foreigners but fellowcitzens with the saints, and
of the household Of God"
After reading this verse, he deliberately raised
his eyes to the oonGrsgation, and remarked, " Ny
dear hearers, HEaPAsI Gas not a know nothing Z"
and without another word Of comment, went on
with his reading. The reverend gentleman, though
opposed to making political remarks In the pulpit,
could not let slip so favorable an opportunity OF
defining" ST. Paul's position on Hindooism.
Haven Reqister,
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South Carolina still Isolated,

The attempt to induce South Carolina to ap.
point delegates to the National Democratic Con.
yention has failed. The Charleston Mercury says
a meeting Of the members Of the Legislature
was called TO elect delegates at large to the pro-
posed Nashville Convention, and 10 provide for the
election OF delegates from the Congressional dis.
tricts, The time came, but the meeting was at
tended, we are assured, by no more than a half
dozen persons. Il was ridiculous failure. No
attempt was made even 10 organize"
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TIE DIscoyERr BARK REsoLUTE.-The fact that
the British discovery bark Resolute, abandoned In
the Arctic Seas, by Sir. Edward Belcher, had been
found and brought into New London, Connecticut,
as prize, has already been announced Captain
Buddington, Of the whaling bark George Henry, Ia
the fortunate finder Of the Resolute When first
discovered, the water was up to her lower deck,
and II required three days hard work to pump her
out, when the immense masses Of ice, on one aide,
gave her list aport, requiring long time to put
her on an even keel. Her final rescue was at
length effected, and after tedious voyage she was
brought into New London
Among the articles found on board Of the Reso-
lutte was rigging and anchors valued at $4,000,
whaling gear, cannon, minnie rifles, full suits of
winter clothing, and other things necessary for a
voyage to the Polar Seas including good library
Of books, greatly damaged, however, by water.
The prize is valued at $4,000, although Capt.
b. states that she was never fitted out for less
than 100000.
The proceeds of the cruise viii have 70 be divi-
ded among the owners and crew Of the George
Henry, for In whaling voyages the entire proceeds,
no matter what turns up, are to be shared amongst
the parties Interested, namely, the captain crew,
and the owners. Whether the British government
win pay the finders Of the Resoute the value Of
the vessel or not remains TO be seen
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How THE MODEST MAN WAS MIsrAKES.-The
Lowell Courier is responsible for the following:

Lowell Courier Ia responsible for the following:
In neighboring city, at Thackeray's lecture, a
few evenings since, young gentleman-the mod
est Of his sex, and no less polite than modest,
was sitting in pew rather remote from the light.
A pretty lady sat next to him., Looking at the
floor during the lecture, he espied what he thought
was the lady's handkerchief the lace trimmed edge
just visible from under her dress. Turning TO his
pewmate he CALAMITY whispered
You've dropped your handkerchief madam
and before she could reply, he proceeded to pick
it up. Horror He had seized the edge Of her
pet-skiyh and did not discover the mistake un-
til the top Of CATER boot stared him in the face,
and the faint sound of laugh Just nipped in the
warned him of his mistake. aPhancy his eelinks' y
Aordi.-Dont attempt to pick up anything with
lace to 1t before you know what it is.
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RIor AT YoRK.-on Christmas eve quite seri-
Gus riot occurred at York, Pennsylvania, during an
alarm of fire, when high constable Sharp, in at
tempting TO maintain the peace, was attacked and
seriously injured being stabbed In the left side
and his neck and head bruised by missiles hurled
at him. The York Republican says Jerome Held
Ter and man named Barnitz were soon after ar
rested, and warrants issued for two Others.
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STEAMBOAT ACCIDENTS. to a tablc IN
the New York Herald, there were during this year
twenty-seven steamboat accidents in the Unfsed
States, whereby 1875 persons were killed, and ION
wounded. Last year there were forty-eight acct
This large decrease is no doubt owing to the good
effect Of the new steamboat law passed by Con-
gress
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Foorr AND CLrxrss.-In view of the nornina-
ton of Mr.. Fillmore for President by the American
party, the Hickman (Ky.) Times proposes for Vice
President, either Henry s. Footc, late Of MISSISSIPPI
pi, tnow Of California or Jcre Clemens, &C Ala
bams
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The Sandusky Register says: The most serious
question is in regard to doorsways. A Water street
merchant lost customer, Saturday, by having only
one of the two folding doors open. A lady camo
along, took look at the door, and resolved 10
make the attempt to enter Her rigging was too
full, and--she stuck! A passer-by relieved her
and, sadly disappointed, she rolled along to the
store with larger door. Merchants win please
arrange accordingly.
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MARRIED,

On Thursday evening, the 9th instant by tho
Rev. J. e. Wecms, Mr.. MICHAEL RoRIcK TO Miss JAMS
L. WELLS, both Of Alexandria city, Virginia.
Alexandria Gazette please copy
AT the Ryland Chapel Parsonage, December %,
1855, by Rev. A. Griffith, Mr.. JANIS w. BEAN to Miss
MARGAREr E. WARE, Of Washington city, d. @.
At the Foundry Church, on Christmas, by Rev.
w. Q. Steel, WILLIAM L. DowDrs TO Miss Rosa G.
BRowS.
December 27th on the "Island /" by Rev. w. @.
Steel, Capt THOMAS ]. w. PERRY TO Mrs. MARY ASr
CRAsK. N
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"KsKP AWAY FROM NEW 0RLxAss.r--The New
York Tribune learns from correspondent at New
Orleans that there Is prodigious influx of young
men-clerks-who can find nothing 10 do. -
example, an advertisement for clerk brought IN
less than day, 57l applicants. Under these cir
cumstances the Tribune advises young commercizl
men TO keep away from New Orleans, as the. mak-
ct Ia overetocked
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" E1F'N IVtF
Capital Prize AIO,OOOi

ONLY TEN THOUSAND NUMBERS.
Tickets tS- Halves ~ 5o--Quarters u 25.
Bills ON all solvent banks taken at par.
All communications strictly confidential
SAM0EL SWAN,
y ~ Agent and Manager,
oct g1- Atlanta, Georgia
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New CoUsTERYErr.-Thereis new counterfeit,
which is well done and likely TO deceive. 1t is a
ten dollar bill on the Farmers Bank of Virginia,
payable at Blacksburg; vignette, two females in a
sitting posture, the one on the right holding rake
In her left hand the other one has sheaf of grain
upon her lap and sickle banging upon her lef.
arm; steamboat railroad cars, &c, in the distance
The names of the President and Cashier are en-
graved- Richmond Dispatch.
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Judge Douglas left Columbus, Ohio, on Monday,
Tor Cleveland, where he win remain few DAYS
with bis relatives His health Is somewhat i'm.
proved.
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FALL n PosK.--In Charlottesville, Virginia,
within The Pct thirty days. pork has fae1s from 81
per hundro1 - "a rs. The price generally rises
At the caoss = 0sssason, but this statements shows
the fevesse ..s<st
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The steamship Tennessee, formerly Of Baltimore,
has been purchased at New York, 10 run between
that point and Puerto Cabello, Venezuela She
Is to be the pioneer of regular line, and is in
tended to touch at Saint Thomas, Porto Rico, and
LaRuayra
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TERRIBLE CHARGE IAN exchange paper says
clergyman Of Rome, New York, has been indicted
for gross Immortality Poor man