davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20


One Week Later from Europe.
HALIFAX, Dec. l8.-The Cunard steamer
Asia arrived here this morning at 81 o'clock
with dates from Liverpool to the 9th inst.
The steamer Hermann sailed from Liverpool
on the 9th.
The ship Constitution, from New York, was
totally destroyed by fire in the river Mersey,
on the day after she arrived. Her cargo was
also destroyed, but the passengers baggage
was landed safely.
The English papers are filled with peace
rumors, but their assertions are totally ut vari-
ance with the continental press. The London
Times aud De Israeli's organ, the London
Press, asserts that peace is at hRnd-that
Austria is about to address an ultimatum to
Russia, summoning her, under threat Of
breaking off negotiations with her, to accept
such conditions of peace as the Western Powers
are now willing to assent to, but which they
will not agree to after another successful cam
paign.
The Berlin correspondence Of the London
Morning Chronicle says that Austria maintains
the validity of the treaty of December I'd, and
hence all attempts of the other German States
to exercise a pressure upon the Western
Powers, with a view to pacifcaton, have been
paralyzed. There are various reports Of at
tempts at negotiation, but the state of affairs
appears to stand thus: Austria has made a
communication to France embodying the terms
which she is prepared to propose to Russia as
an ultmatum. France has submitted this
communication to England, and both govern
ments have it now under consideration. The
terms are o great advance upon any yet offered,
but they are terms for Austria, not Russia.
Austria does not guarantee to join the allies
if the. ultimatum is rejected, but only to sus-
pend her relations with Russia.
The London Times says positively that the
treaty with Sweden has been signed at Stock
holm, while the Post firmly denies it.
Private letters from ST. Petersburg Indicate
no desire for peace. The overland trade was
profitable and money was abundant
From the Seat OF War.
Advices from the Crimea state that weak
fire was still kept up by the belligerents but
nothing Of Importance had occurred. The
north side of Sebastopol was rapidly assuming
gigantic dimensions. The preparations for
destroying the docks was nearly completed
The bulk of the Russian army retained its
former position. The French army had been
reinforced with $4,000 troops. The English
and Sardinians had also been reinforced So
also the Russians. The latter continue to
threaten Kertch, which has been largely rein
forced.
The Imperial Commercial Bank of Odessa
had failed
A despatch from the Baltic, dated Dec. 9Th
states that the united squadrons, under Adm
raj Dumas, we're then passing the Bell, home
ward bound
RUSSIA.
A Russian Grand Council Of War is to be
held at st. Petersburg, to settle the plans foi
the defence of the coast from the gulf Of
Bothnia to the southern extremity of Volthynia
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
CCoTT,s WEEKLY PAPER.--The pub

w ne puD-
- Usher OF this large and popular family journa-
offers for the coming year 1850 combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
of the Philadelphia weeklies. Among the new
features will be new and brilliant series Of origi.
nal romances by George Lippard, entitled Legends
of the Last Century. ALI who have read Mr.. Lip
pard's celebrated Legends OF the American Revo
luton" published for 6fy-six consecutive weeks
in the Saturday Conrter, will find these pictures
of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brilanoy Of his previous produc-
tons. The first Of series of original noveettes
called Morris Hartley, or the Knights ofthe Mystic
Valley by Harrison w. Ainsworth, 10 about TO be
commenced. II will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravings, and its startling incidents
cannot fail TO elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist, and author OF
Viola, etc., etc, is also engaged TO furnish bril-
liant novelette, TO follow the above. Mrs. Mary
Andrews benson, author of Home Pictures, Pa
thence Worthington and her Grandmother, ETC.,
will continue a splendid domestic novelette,, en-
titled the Old. Ivy Grove, and III. G. Watson an
illustrated story called the Two Edged Knife--a
graphic picture of early life in Old Kentucky. To
these will be added original contributions and Sc
lectons from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentx, Clara
Clairvile, Lille Llberne, Mrs Stowe, Grace Green.
wood and other distinguished writers; the news
of the day. graphic editorials, full reports OF the
provision, money, and stock markets, letters from
travellers nj home and abroad, etc, etc.
Terms-One copy one year So two copies one
year 50 four copies one year 50; nine copies one
year, and one TO the getter up of the club, $40
twenty copies one year and one to the getter up
Of the club, $40.
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No. Ill Chestnut St, Philadelphia
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
JOYCE'S TASTELESS SOLUTION
or Copaibai ia Chambers street, N. n.
TO THE MEDICAL PROFESSION.
~ EMTI IL M r. n -Tha valuable medic ina

IH ENTLEM valuable medic inal
NJ properties of Balsam Copaba have long
been recognized by The faculty, but the great dis
advantage arising rom It's nauseous taste has
hitherto prevented iis administration in many
diseases for which il is particularly adapted. The
usual I. na0das opeyandf Of prescribing IL, either
in the form OF an Emulsion or Gelatinous Cap
sules has not been found satisfactory, being liable
TO some objection, either from the difficulty expe-
rlenced by some individuals in the degutition Of
the Capsule or the small quantity ofCoPaiba gen
orally found in The Emulsion
Joyce's lasteless solution of Copaiba is the
most unique preparation yet introduced 10 the
medical profession, as il contains 90 per cent. OF
the purest Para Copaiba, without taste or smell,
and at same time mixes clearly and freely with
water, and is pronounced by The most eminent
physicians and analytical chemists In the old and
new worlds 10 contain all the medicinal proper
ties of Balsaln Copaiba without its disagreable
characteristics,
IL Is an efficient preparation for all diseases OF
the mucous membranes, and particularly Como
rheGa, Leucorrhna, Gleet painful hemorrholdai
affections, aud in chronic irritation of the bladder
Sold in Washington Wholesale, by
J. N. CALLAN,
and retail by Messrs. c. Slott 81 CO., M p.
Kings, Patterson IL Marin, Ford & Brothers,
d. S. DYSON J. b Moore, Dr. w. b. Young
r. A. Payne, Bury IL Co., Navy Yard; IL. M.
Mcpherson, ir, F. s. Walsh, v. Harbaugh,
Benjamin Franklin, - McIntire, DR.. 3. Z. Ty-
son, J. S. Lovejoy J, w. Marin, Wallace Elliott,
and John A. Mburn, and - Pierpoint, Alex
andria.
Oct 5-6m
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
GREAT EXCITEMENT IN NEW YORK
Pianos and MelOdeons for Cash.

HORACE WAT Frs, the great Music and
H Piano Forte dealer, 1888 Broadway, New
York, preierng to share large per cent. with his
customers, rather than pay it to the sharpers OF
Wall street., raise available means to enable him
to stem The present tight times, offers his immense
assortment OF elegant and warranted Pianos and
Melodeons at large discount from factory prices,
for cash. His assortment comprises Pianos from
three Of the largest and most celebrated Boston
manufactures; also those OF several OF the best
New York makers, including the beautiful and
much admired Horace Waters Pianos from his
own factory, and Meodeons of the best Boston.
New Haven, New York, and Buffalo makes at
iordng an opportunity for selections not TO be had
elsewhere Each instrument warranted. Second
hand Pianos at great bargains-prices from $50 to
10 Sl60. Music and musical instruments of all
kinds. Dealers, teachers, and heads OF schools
supplied on the best terms. Music sent by mail,
post paid General and select catalogues of mu.
sic and schedule offactory prices Of Pianos, Melo-
deems and musical instruments forwarded TO any
address, free OF postage.
Sept 2l-d3m
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
EV ERETL HOUSE.

North Side OF Unioh~&quare, New York.
THIS establishment, erected on the most
prominent and delightful Park New York
affords, is approaching finish, and, when COM
pleted, will combine all that skill devise and
money supply 10 render il the most desirable hotel
yet constructed.
The proprietors of this establishment respect
fully announce that the house will be open on the
first OF October next for the accommodation of the
public.
Applications will now be received from parties
wishing 10 make arrangements for the winter
months.
The public patronage is respectfully solicited.
CLAPP a. JOSLIN.
HAwLEY ID. CLAP,
A. G. JosLN. Sept. 20-g.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
100 600 COPIES SOLD !--Lloyd's
lOO. OOO GREAT STEAMBOAT WORK will

lOOe WV GREAT STEAMBOAT WORK will
be ready on or about the Oath of October
COntentss
First Application of Steam.
Life OF John Ftch-Engraving Of his first Boat.
Life OF Robert Fulton-Engravng of his first
American Boat on the Hudson River.
Robert Fulton and Lvingston's first Ohio River
Boat-Correct Likeness-Full Particulars.
Latrobe's Fir.t Boat.
First Steubenville Boat.
First Explosion on the Western Waters from
an Eyewitness.
Maps Of the Western Waters; Towns, Cities
and Distances laid down correctly
List OF Steamboat Ex posions since 1912; Names
of Killed and Wounded; List of Steamboats,
now aioat.
Correct Views Of Pittsburg, Wheeling, Cincin-
natl, Louisville. St. Louis, and New Orleans, in
1855; sketch Of each place; Population, Bust
ness, &c, &c
East Time Of Boats on the Ohio and Mississippi
Rivers
List Of Steamboat Officers on the Western
Waters
The New Steamboat Law-Wnh Comments
Life Boats.
Disasters on the Lakes Names of Lost, Killed,
and Wounded.
The High Water in 1910, 1882, IS47.
List of Planlat on the Mississippi River.
Important United States Supreme Court Steam.
boat Decisions.
Three hundred pages, with one hundred en-
cravings, handsomely bound. BY RENTING One
Dollar (postpaid,) you will receive a copy of the
above work.
Orders from the trade solicited, aud agents
wanted in every town and city TO canvas for the
work.
Address JAS. T. LLOYD 81 Co.
Post Office Buildings, Cincinnati, o.
IL
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
TNFoRMATIoN wANTED.-In the YEA

II Of 1924, Martha A. Wells "a daughter of Alex
ander Wells who then lived In Amelia County,
Virginia, and who subsequently removed 10 the
city Of Petersburg and died therein in August,
1852 went with Mr.. Spencer from The county
of Greensvie to one OF the Western States. She
was then about sixteen years old and has never
been heard from by her family in Virginia from
that day TO this. BY the will Of her father she is
entitled TO portion OF his estate or IL she be dead,
her children, " she or they be heard from within
one year from the date Of his death. Any infor
nation in respect TO he said Martha A. Wells or
her children, IL she has any, would be beneficial
10 them and be thankfully received by the family.
Address GEO. w. EASTWOOD,
Nov 27-w4w. Petersburg, Va.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
RAPPAHANNOCK ACADEMY.
NOR LEASE OR RENT.--The subscrI

IL Der having determined TO discontinue teach
ing school, offers for Lease or Rent the Kappa
hammock Academy, which he wishes 10 dispose OF
for the next four years. There has been school
at the place for forty years. II is situated seven
teen miles below Fredericksburg, Immediately on
the road between that place aud Port Royal.
The locality can be surpassed by none for beauty
buildings, which in good repair and will ac-
commodaie seventy borders.
Teachers wishing 10 keep boarding school,
will do well by calling 10 see the place before
bargaining elsewhere.
Address the subscriber al Port Royal. Caroline
county, Virginia.
Nov. 27- THOMAS r. THORNTON.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
TUE MONUMENTAL HISTORY or

Il EGfFI, as recorded on The ruins Of
temples, palaces, and tombs, by William Osborne,
r. s. L.. in two volumes, price $40.
Cyclopedia OF Universal History, comprising
tabular views of conlewporaneous events in all
ages, from the earliest recordsto the present time
arranged chronoogically and alphabetically edited
by Mccartney b. A., and Larreul Nett, price 50
so eaNH. FNEsff& .snl III # IHHaHN tF
Lives OF Men Of Letters ofthe Time Of George
Ill. by Henry, Lord Brougham, price 81 %.
Modern Mysteries Exposed and Explained, by
Rev. A. Mahan first President Of Cleveland Uni.
versity. pWNg tfo8 tffs M
Learning aud Working. six lectures delivered
. in Wis's Rooms, London, in June and July, 1854,
by Frederick Demion Maurice, M. A., chaplain Of
Lincon's Inn.
Handbook for Young Painters, by G. r. Leslie,
X, A., author Of the Life Of Constable, price SO.
Star Papers or Experience of Art and Nature,
by Henry Ward Bcecber, price 81 IS.
just received and for sale at the Bookstore Of
tE nH@ r.. FARNHAM
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
GRATISy
Just Published, A New Discovery In
M Medicine.
FEW WORDS ON RATIa

FEW WORDS On hAIlO ~ II
"A TREATMENT, without Medicine, or Sper.
matorrhea or Local Weakness, Nervous Debility,
Low Spirits, Lassiiude, Weakness of the Limbs
and Back, Indispos:tion and Incapacity for study
and Labor, Dullness of Apprehension, Loss OF
Memory, aversion to Society, Love Of Solitude,
Timidity, SefDistrust, Dizziness, Head Ache,
Involuntary Discharges, Pains in The Side. Afec-
ton of the Eyes, Pimples on the Face, Sexual
and other inGrmities IN man.
FROM THE FRENCH OF DR.. b. DE LANEY.
The important fact that these alarming COM
plants may easily be removed WITHOUT MEDICINE
is, in this small tract, clearly demonstrated; and
the entirely new and highly successful treatment
adopted by the Author. fully explained, by
means of which every one is enabled TO CURE
HIMSELF PERFECTLY, AND AT THE LEAST POSSIBLE
COST avoiding thereby all the advertised nostrups
Of the day.
Sent TO any address. gratis, and post free in a
sealed envelope by RENTING (post paid two post,
age stamps 10 DR.. B. De LANEY No. IL Lispen-
ard street, New York.
Sept. 22-1aw ON.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
GARD.
10 the Ladies Of Washington, Georgaosrn, ALs1
andrf0. &c.
nd Ynix M

childrens French shoes sold by the un
dersigned on 18th street. Just above Corcoran ~
Riggs Banking House, in his new building, with
the high marble steps, where he will receive la
dies orders, and keep constantly on hand every
variety of ladies', misses, and children's French
gater walking shoes, white and black satin gaiters,
slippers, SC, made to order by II. Weirman, OF
Philadelphia Of the best French gaiter materials,
and in the latest Partisan styles. These CATERS
are entirely different from what generally
known as " slop-shop shoes" being all custom
work, of superior workmanship, and warranted to
give perfect satisfaction.
Ladies', who value beauty, comfort, and econ
omy will consult their interest by giving me .
call and examine for themselves.
G. WETRMAN,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
VOCAL. MUSIC.

MFRS. FRANKLIN respectfully informs the
lHl Ladies of Washington that she continues
to give instruction in Vocal Music. From her
long experience and professional intercourse with
the brst Ariaes of Europe and America, she feels
confident that her method of cntivating The voice
and imparting correctness of style and expression
will render satisfaction.
For terms and hours apply 10 Mrs F. at her resi-
dence 405 + street, between 9th and 10Th streets.
Reference is made TO Mr.. r. Davis and Mr.. G.
Hilbus, al their Music Stores on Pennsylvania
Avenue. Dec ID
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
WEDNESDAY, December 10, 1856.

No. IA. John Holroyd, plaintiff in error, rs.
Levi Humphrey. In error to the Circuit Court
of the United States for the District of Colum.
bia. Mr.. Justice Campbell delivered the opin.
ion Of the court, reversing the judgment of
the said Circuit Court, with costs, and remand
ing the cause with direction to award renire
fdcids de moro.
No. %. Jacob Kissell, plaintiff in error, us
the Board of the President and Directors OF
the St. Louis Public Schools.
The argument of this cause was continued
by Hon. Henry s. Geyer for the defendants in
error, and by Hon. R. Johnson for the plaintiff
in error.
Adjourned until tomorrow, III o'clock.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
A VALUABLE FARM IN VIRGINIA,

n LOGO Acres) for Sale.-Having leased for
a term of years, The Fauquier White Sulphur
Springs" TO persons whose high reputation war.
rants the behefthey will be kept in the best style,
the undersigned now offers for sale the valuable
farm which surrounds the Springs.
II contains upwards of $50 acres oflow grounds
remarkable for extraordinary crops OF corn, and
capable of being made the best possible mea jws.
As part Of this lind yielded 100 bushels ola s1g e
acre, in 1883 the twelfth year Of successive Hi
walton, without manure; and in 1854, bad a. ga
the season, produced 10 bushels-the Farm Is
easily susceptible Of DIVISION and is certainly one
of the best in Virginia.
Terms: Oneihird on the Isl OF December next,
and the balance in one and two years thereafter,
with interest from date OF delivery.
For further particulars inquire Of The subscriber
by letters addressed to "Warrenton Springs Vir-
gna," or TO Washington, ID. G.
May 1--tf THOMAS GREEN.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
COALi-COALi

TNHE consumers OF Coal are respectfully inform
ed that the undersigned can furnish them
with a superior article, and at the very lowest
price Punctuality and just weight is his motto,
and he assures all that may favor him with their
orders that they will have cause 10 complain.
Call at the Yard on Sd street. few steps south OF
Pa avenue. II. G. narrower.
Sent. lin
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20

A Weekly journal Published at WASH
tngton City.
ryHE undersigned propose to commence

fI'HE Undersigned propose 10 commence
about the first OF June next, in the City OF
Washington, the publication Of weekly news
paper, TO be called the SPECTATOR, designed for
general circulation among the people OF the United
States. Its columns will contain full digest OF
the news of the day, foreign and domestic; a
weekly review of finance and the markets; a
synopsis Of the proceedings of Congress during
its session; tables Of election returns the mpor-
tant political action OF State Legislatures, and OF
party conventions; interesting miscellaneous and
scientific matter; articles on Agriculture, together
with original articles upon the leading topics of
the day. Much valuable information relative to
the operations of the Executive Departments, to-
gether with a weekly list Of new patents, will be
found in its columns. large portion of its
space will be devoted to light literature, original,
and selected Its location at the political centre
OF the Union, will afford opportunities always to
procure the latest and most reliable information
public affairs
II is the intention of the undersigned to make
the SPECTATOR acceptable visiter 10 every
house in the Union, and II will therefore not as
sumo on any occasion the position of a parizan
paper, nor will Il owe any allegiance 10 men but
entertaining liked and decided views on questions
of political economy, and upon our system Of gov
erument, IL viii disseminate and promugate them
as occasion may require always keeping carefully
view the interests of the country, growing out
of foreign well as domestic affairs.
The SPECTATOR will be printed in quarto form,
on good paper and new type each number con
tanning eight pages Of matter. making one volume
annually OF 4l6 pages. Each volume will be &C
companied by full and compile index TO its con.
tents, thus making II a most valuable paper fol-
preservation and reference. IL will be published
every Saturday morning, at 81 per annum, payable
always ia advance, No paper will be continued
beyond the time for which IL is paid.
All subscriptions and communications on bust
ness should be addressed 10 the undersigned a
Washington, ID. G..
AUG. f. HARVEY Sc CO.
WAsHlSeToS Cry, April 10, 1885.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20

IE in Religion, Science, and Literature.
A new monthly magazine, edited by the Rev
James Hamilton, ID. d., of London. Price 81 80
per annum.
Although nominally young Mems Magazine
II will be main effort of the conductors to pro-
vide for young men that healthful stimulus and
the aids 10 improvements which many OF them are
now anxious 10 secure.
The editor has secured the assistance of many
able and excellect contributors, and every effort
will be made to render the work worthy the pat
ronage and support ofthe christian public.
Agents FOR the District,
GRAY 81 BALLANTYNE,
Seventh street.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
GREAT COMPLAINTS having been

GREAT COMPLAINTS having been
VI made Of the irreguarity of the running of the
boats between Washington and Alexandra, for
the accommodation of the public, the undersigned
has determined to run the steamer GEORGE
PAGE as follows, viz:
From Washington, 81 ;, 81 and III a. m; !, 3,
and AZ, p. m.
From Alexandra, IT. 81, lo4, a. m; 12i, 2, 4,
and 81, p.
Omnibuses connecting with the boat will leave
the corner Of Seventh street and Pennsylvania
avenue at 6, a. ct, and Ii, m; l2a, 24 and At,
p. nj.
Nov TT. GEORGE PAGE.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
rHE HEALING or THE NATIONS, !

Charles Linton; with an Introduction and
Appendix by N. p. Tallrsadge Published by the
Society for the Diffusion OF Spiritual knowledge.
New York, large octave volume, price 81 so.
For sale at
TAYLOR n MAURY'S Bookstore.
May near 9th street.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20

YOO ing, between 9Th street and the Theatre,
or at the latter place, small memorandum book,
containing $40 in S5's and Sos Of the Patriotic
Bank chiefly, one Corporation So, inclusive. There
were also some loose papers in the book Of no
possible use TO any but the owner. IL the same
has fallen into honest hands, will give Fifty Dol
lars reward for the return thereof II in the hands
OF thief, II is hoped he will return the book and
papers. w. HOWE,
372 Penn. avenue, corner 81 street.
nac IA
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20
A PoCALYPTC sKETCHEs.-Lectu

"A on the Book of Revelation, by the Rev. John
Cumming, ID. d.; IS cents.
Benedictions, or the Blessed Life, by the Rev.
j. Cumming, ID. d.; 10 cents.
School Books and School Requisites at the low
est price, for sale at the bookstore of
GRAY " BALLANTYNE,
On Hh street, near Odd Fellows Hall
Washington sentinel. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1856, 1855-12-20

~ ODERN LANGUAGES.-D. e. Groux,
I've native Of France, teacher of Modern Lam
suages especially French, Spanish and German
Tfanalations made with correctness and punctu-
,lily Professor Of Numesmatics, for the clsssif-
cation and explanation of medals and coins.
Pennsylvania avenue, south side, between 9th
an 1th streets, opposite Browns Hotel.
Furnished Rooms 10 rent at that place.
Sen 2l-dff