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HON ARD ASSOCIATION,
PHILADELPHIA.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
TWO oil ners0ns q ff1icted with Sexual dis

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS
THO all persons afflicted with Sexual dis.
IL ease, such as SpermatorrhDa Seminal w eak-
ness, Impotence Gonorrhoea elect Syphilis, the vice
of Onahisrn or Self Abuse &C., &c.
The Howard Association, In view OF the awful de-
struction of human life and health caused by Sexual
diseases and the receptions practsed upon the unfor
tunate victims of such diseases by qacks have direct
ed their Consulting Surgeon, as charitable actI N
thy of their name to give medical advice gratis tSh
persons thus afflicted, who apply by letter. with de-
of life &c.) and, in cases of extreme pow ~ and
suffering to furnish medicines free OF charge.
The Howard Association IL benevolent Institu-
ton established by special endowment for the relief
of the sick and distressed, afflicted with "Virulent
and Epidemic diseases" and its funds be used for
no other purpose 1t has now a surplus of means,
which the Directors have voted to expend in adverts
ing the above notice. It is needless to add that the
Association commands the highest Medical skill OF
the age, and will furnish the most approved modern
treatment. Valuable advice also given to sick and
nervous females, afflicted with Womb Complaints,
Leucorrhoea, dc. ..GNt gssW
just published, by the Association, a report on
Spermatorrhoea, or Seminal Weakness the vice Of
0nanism Masturbaton or Self buse. and other dis
eases Of the Sexual Organs with an account OF the
errors and receptions of quacks and valuable advice
to the afflicted, by the Consulting Surgeon. copy
of the above report will be sent by mail, Tin sealed
envelope free Of charge on the receipt of two stamps
for postage. aat. s
Address Dr. GEO. r. CALHOUN, Consulting Sur
geon Howard Association, No. 2, South Ninth street.
Philadelphia Pennsylvania
EZRA D. HEARTwELL, President
GEo. FAIRcHILD, Secretary.
ma wv s# IA ~
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THE SHAVING SOAP.
vROoM F0wLER'S
VAIN UT-0IL
MILITARY SHAVING SOAP

rs admitted by the thousands who have
il used ii during the past twelve years, to surpass
ANYTHING ever introduced into this branch of the
toilet and to render agreeable operation usually
considered a bore. The form is convenient, il is
agreeaby perfumed and win produce copious and
permanent lather with either hard or cold water,
leaves the skin smooth and unchapped- None gem
uine without the signature, in fac simile of Vroom
d Fowler. Try il.
For sale in this city by MARIN PALMER and
SELBY PARKER.
In New York by the principal Fancy Goods Houses
and Druggists
Manufactured only by
JOHN B. YR0OM,
t# Successor 10 Vroom Fowler,
jan l1--3m 70, Cherry street, New York
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COURT OF CLAIMS ,

IN addition to the practice of law, as
il heretofore, in all the Courts of the District and in
the Supreme Court of the United States, the under
signed will devote himself assiduously TO the prose-
ction of Claims against the Government in the above
court Established in this city by act of Congress- APP
proved March, 1852 which has cogniAnce of ali
claims arising under the Constitution, or founded
upon any law Of Congress- upon any regulation of
an Executive Department or upon any contract, ex-
press implied with the government Of the United
States, or any of its officers or agents. When the
will be paid at the Treasury of the United States
All claims against the government must henceforth
be prosecuted in said court and not before Congress-
as heretofore NJ THOMPSON,
Attorney and Counsellor-atLaw,
ap21--lawtf a Washington City, ID. @
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FASHIONABLE DANCING,
At Munder's Assembly Hall.
LIZ w. MUNDER. Professor of DANCING

III w. MUNDER, Professor of Dancing
He at Georgetown College and Convent, and
principal teacher of Washington city, has the honor
to announce to his former patrons and the public
generally that he will resume the duties of his School
on Thursday. November 9Th, 1855, at Numbers As
sembly Hail. adjoining the Star Office, at O'Clock,
P. NJ for ladies, misses, and masters, and on the
same evening at II for gentlemen.
He feels assured that the unequalled progress OF
his numerous pupils in his former classes is suf-
cient guarantee of his superior skill as an instructor
Prof M. begs leave to remind the public of the
unbounded success of his May Festival Ball. at the
National Theatre, which was attended by upwards
of 1000 persons.
His new Hall, which is one of the largest most
beautiful and conveniently in the city, with
two large dressing and supper rooms added, which
can be rented for balls and parties The location is
convenient to persons residing in any part of the city
Days Of Tuition On Tuesday and Thursday, at 8
o'clock, p. NJ. and on the same evenings, att for
gentlemen.
a class for young married ladies and gentlemen
will be formed shortly.
All who desire to join his classes will please apply
at Mr. John F. Elliss Music store, Pennsylvania
nue. near Tenth street. or to Prof NJ, at his rooms,
on the above days. A subscription list is now open
to receive the of those wishing tickets
to the Sorees Only $5 for the season.
oct 30-dH $500 -w
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TINE, MONEY, AND TROUBLE
SAVED,

V6tHE undersigned would inform the in
- hsbitants of Washington and it's vicinity tina,
lac prepared 10 execute orders at the shortest
tice for marking clothing through beautiful metallic
plate with indelible ink -
Each subscriber viii be furnished with a bottle Of
ink brush, directions and recipe for making their
own ink hereafter by two ingredents Each one can
make their ink as strong as they choose
Price tor name OF person on brass, so cents,
post ONCE address 70 cents extra; on German silver
rs cents name, post Office address % cents extra
on pure silver 81 per name, 80 cents extra for pos,
Office address or place OF nativity.
All orders win receive prompt attention. Paw.
nlent must be received with the orders
Add ess at the post Office, WHEELER,
V 29--d Metallic Plate Engraver.
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natural uterine secretions, by removing the
by which they are arrested or checked and by Civ
ing tone and health TO the general system they
therefore an effectua remedy in all cases of difficult
painful or obstructed menses having been used in
original proprietor with singular success in which
they have proved to be Of the highest value and eff
cacy. Price 80 cents
DR.. BROTHERS. DIAPHoRETIC POWDERS
These Powders form very valuable Anodyne, Di-
aphoretc and Sudorhc compound They are bAI'e
Erysipelas, Darhes, Dysentery, Cholera Morbus
and in all cases where an anodyne, combined with a
sudorfc, is required In these diseases ii should
be administered in small doses II Is also applicable
gcut, colic, and gripping palms. &c. II promotes per-
spration without increasing the heat of the body and
produces constant moisture of the skin for great
length Of time, while it aays irritation and gives
rest 80 cents. sep 1b-eodly
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From the New York Daily News.
The Test of Love.


BY FRANCIS 4. CARL, on BERLIN.
Would you lady fair, discover
IL your heart be truly gained,
And If passion of your lover
Be real or q feigned.
With the test viii supply you
II unhappy when away,
II unhappy when he's nigh you,
II unhappy night and day,
II perplexed, distracted, fretting,
If pursued by causeess care,
II some tribes eer regrettng
Know you love him, lady fair
by women loathed, detestcd,
.r. by you enchanting thought,
IL OF every friend diverted,
Though by friends he once was sought,
II unto himself tormenting,
II tormentng cen 10 you,
IL tormenting, though repenting,
Then believe his love is true!
Lady, thus you may discover
II your heart be truly gained,
And il passion of your lover
BE a real on a feigned.
NEw York, February s, 1856.
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GLENWOOD CEMETERY.
Office No. 292 Penney lv0nid Gosnus,

Office No. 292 Pennsylvania aosnus,
Corner Of 10th street, over the Savings
81 Bank.
vWyHIS Cemetery Is laid out ON the plan Of
III the celebrated Greenwood Of New York, and
situated on the Eigh ground distant one and quar-
ter miles north of the Capitol North Capitol street
leading directly to the gateway. This Company have
received charter from Congress, approprating their
ground forever TO burial purposes making fee title
to the purchaser, and prohibiting all encroachments
from Legislation or Otherwise which is of vast impor
lance to those who wish their dead TO repose where
they have placed them thas become custom in all
cities, when the burial ground has become valuable
for other purposes to sell it. and throw the dead pro-
miscuousy into one large pitt and legal measures can
not prevent it, as titles are given to the ground.
N. b. Office open from 10 to 70 A. NJ, where pamph-
let's containing the charter, bylaws, and q map OF
the grounds, and all other information can be OBJ
tanned ALI orders left with Mr.. JAMES F. HAIR
VEY, No. 410 18th street, or any other Undertaken,
will be promptly attended to. june lS-ly
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NEW WINE AND LIQUOR STORE,
No. 500, Pennsylvania Avenue, north side,
Between Second and Third Streets,
WASHINGTON.


WASHINGTON.
II M. A. FENWICK respectfully in
lAs forms his friends and the citizens of Wash
ington and vicinity generally that he has just opened
at the above place an extensive
WINE AND LIQUOR STORE,
Comprising every variety of the very best and purest
kinds, and most approved brands ever introduced
into this city, which he is ready to sell Wholesale or
retail dealers, hotelkeepers, or families, on the
most advantageous terms. His stock of Wines and
Liquors have been selected with the greatest care,
and persons purchasing from his establishment will
be satisfied that the articles fully what he repre-
sents them to be- He pledges himself that nothing
shall be wanting his part to merit share Of pub
lie patronage
He enumerates in part the following kinds he has
now in store, viz:
BRANDIES.
Old Otard, Old London Dock. Pale, Old Pinet,
Cherry, PEACH Ginger.
WHISKEY.
Bourbon, Old Rye, Old Monongahela, Scotch, and
Irish. GIN.
Old Holland Schiedam Schnapps.
..Ea JAMAICA SPIRITS, RUM, DC.
Superior Old Port Amontillado Sherry, Superior
Sherry, Hook, Heidsick, Champagne of the best
brands s. s. Madeira, &c.
BEST HAVANA CIGARS.
Also, Sweet OIL Sardnes, Pickles, Olives, Lob
sters, and other Preserves, Sauces. &c.
r oct gO--2taw2rn +. y IL + #sea,t
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BOUNTY LAND.

nFFICERS, Soldiers, Sailors, Marines,
" Landsmen, Flotilla men, Chaplains, Clerks,
Indians, Wagon-masters, and Transfers, their
widows minor children who have not yet received
full 160 acres and who have been in service IA days,
are entitled to land in any war since 1890.
Widows, whose husbands died while in service,
are entitled to pensions and minor orphans Of such
to years halfpay. All who believe themselves en-
titled to Land-bounty, and Pensions, viii be bene-
fitted by calling the subscriber either in person
by letter. postpaid, Of 7th and streets, No.
49,, opposite General Post Offce
Claims from agents examined and prosecuted upon
the most reasonable terms.
No pay in advance, and no charge if nothing Is sb-
tanned
E5y- Refers to the citizens generally.
Special attention given 10 suspended claims
JNO JOHNSON,
ap lily Agent for Bounty Land Pensions-
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MEDICAL ADvERTIsEMRNTs.
DR.. L. B. WRIGHTS
VEGETABLE
LIQ UID CATH HTIC,


Pleasant Family Physic.
a N ENTIRELY VEGETABLE preparation, ploa-
n SAINT to the taste unexcelled in its action upon
the Liver Stomach, and general system. As anti
HAS NO EQUAL in THE WORLD.
have used II constantly IN my practice for upwards
of ten years in all cases where good physc and al
family medicine in use. Children drink 1t with plea
sure 1t viii not nauseate the weakest stomach. 1t
produces gripping, but operates easily, thoroughly
tem II il is properly taken Already thoussnds Of
living witnesses ready to testify 70 it, superior
virtues, independent offs purgstve and antbilious
qualities 1t has cured the worst cases OF Eryspelas
in q few days Ii is never-failing cure for Head
ache, Liver Complaint, Jaundice, Kidney Complaint,
Bilious Fever, Pains in the Side, Back Breast, and
Limbs, Colds Cramps, Worms, Lumbago, Blotches
ON the Skin, Pimples, Cutaneous Eruptons Obstlnc-
tons in the SYSTEM Constipation Of the Bowels, Dir
ziness Mercurial Diseases, Pleursy, Female Irregu-
larities Bowel Complaints, Ulcers of all kinds, &c.
1t cleanses by its superior medicinal virtues, the Ill
cerous humor from the blood and corrupt bile from
the stomach, carrying it OF through the natural
channea it invgorates the blood and leaves the sys-
tenn healthy I ask my friends TO test the above
medicine, and pronounce = verdict ~ they shall be
impressed by the evidence Those who know ms
professionally will not doubt its worth.
Since its first introduction, medicine has attain
ed such wonderful popularity, and its sales have in
creased beyond the most sanguine hopes of its friends
Neighbors recommend ii as safe and unequalled
physicl Physicians carry ii with them. Children
wifi take no other after trial. and parents should
use no other in their families. People wing in low
and marshy countries, subject 70 deadly miasmss,
where Feyers, Ague and Fever and bilious COM
plants are more apt to be, will find the Liquid
tathariic" the most potent remedy yet tried. Give
II q trial.
Z Wholesale by A. b. q ID. Sands, G. ". Clickner b
Co.. and c. II. Ring New York.
Full directions accompany each bottle Price so
and rs cents of ten and twenty doses.
Principal Depot, 400 Broadway N. Y.
Sold by G. STOTT q co, Washington, and all re-
spectable Druggists throughout the country. oct 10
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WANTEDl WANTEDI WANTEDi
TUyO find persons in want of the fOllOwint

WANTEDy WANTEDy WANTEDI
TITO find persons in want of the following
IL artcles a3c E
French and German Looking Glasses
Portrait and Picture Frames, round, oval, or
square
Oil Paintings, all sizes
Marble-top Bracket Tables, in bronze or gilt
All kinds Of Picture and other Frames made to
order
Also, Looking Glasses of any size made to order
lot of cast-iron Brackets on hand suitable for
shelving
NIB. Old work regilt and Looking Glasses in
serted in old frames.
All the above will be done and sold at the lowest
rates for cash. JOHN WAGNER,
255, Penn. avenue opposite Kirkwood House.
dao Il
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WAYS OF COMMITTING SUICIDE.---W caring thin
shoes on damp nights in rainy weather.
Building on the !" air tight principle
Leading life of enfeebling stupid laziness, and
keeping the mind in round of unnatural excite
ment by reading trashy novels.
Going to balls in all sorts Of weather in the thin
nest possible dress Dancing till in complete
perspiration, and then going home through the
damp air.
Sleeping on feather-beds in seven by nine bed
rooms.
Surfeiting on hot and very highly stimulating
dinners.
Beginning in childhood on tea, and going on
from one step to another, through coffee, chewing
tobacco, smoking, and drinking
Marrying In haste, getting an uncongenal COM
panion and living the rest Of life in mental dissat-
isfaction.
Keeping children quiet by teaching them to
suck candy.
Eating without time TO mastcate the food
Allowing love of gain to so absorb our minds as
to leave no time to attend to our health.
Following an unhealthy occupation because mo-
ney can be made by It.
Tempting the appetite with niceties when the
stomach says no.
Contriving to keep in continual worry about
something or nothing.
Retiring at midnight and riding at noon
Commanding between meals. rs.
Giving way to fits of anger.
Neglectngto take proper care Of ourselves when
SIMPLE disease first appears.
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TOPHAM s. NORFLET's

NEW AND cHEAP
Saddle, Harness, and Trunk Store,
4ss, Seventh Street, opposite Odd-Fetto'os Hall.
uTEssRs. TOPHAM date Of PhiladeI-
lVl pha) and N0RFLET (of this city, respect
fully announce to their friends and the public that
they have commenced the Saddng Business at the
above stand, where they win make and keep con-
stantly on hand large and superior assortment Of
Mems, Ladies', and Boys Saddles
Brides Martingales, and Whips
Harness Of every description, both for city and
All kinds Of Trunks, valses, and Carpet Bag,
Ladies' Satchels, Travelling Baskets, and Fancy
Horse Blankets, Covers, Collars, and Hames
Horse Spoke and Dust Brushes
Cards. Curry-combs Sponges, Re.
All material used will be the best that be OBJ
tanned; and both of US having been practical work
for several years, feel confident that work
cannot be surpassed either for style or durability.
BY unremitting efforts to give satisfaction we hope
to merit and respectfully solicit, share of public
patronage.
Particular attention paid to covering Trunks, and
repairing all kinds of werk.
Saddlers' Tools constantly on hand.
nov Sly
SNUFF AND TOBACCO.
PETER L0RILLARD,
MANUFACTURER,
No. AZ, Chatham Street, Ncp York,
Successor of Peter George Lorard offers for sale
all kinds Of Snuff and Tobaccos in general use.
For particulars Price Current can be obtained
by addressing above.
This Establishment Is one OF the oldest of the kind
in the United States. feb S--dly
DOTOM AC HEARINGS. FLOUR,
il Meal, &c.-- stE
so barrels No Potomac Herrings, (grossl
500 barrels super aud extra Flours
Msal--Corn, Rye, dc., for sale low by
HILL, BROWN b PARTL0E;
ssIrg9d Corner Prince and Union stress,
feb 16-H Alexandria. Va
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q. w. DREW

q. w. DREW,
SUPERIOR DYER AND sCOURER,
South side Pennsylvania Avenue, 6etpesn eth
and 10th streets, No, 2s7.
ap lt-ly
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CERTIFICATE OF WIN. ]. ATWOOD.

HuNTsvnLE, YApKIN Co., N c.,
November /, 1856.
DEAR Sra: Allow me to express TO you my sincere
thanks for your discovery of medicine which, say
the least of it. has effected that ell other med
icnes that have taken have entirely failed TO do
Hollands German Bitters have cured me of the most
stubborn and aggravated Of the Piles that per-
haps ever fell TO the lot of man. My case is not
stranger IN this community, as am well known in
this and the surrounding counties, and truly say
that my recovery has astounded all my friends and
relations, as had tried everything recommended,
and nothing did me any good, until was prevailed
upon TO try the Bitters You are at liberty TO make
any of this communication for the Der eft Of the
afflicted you may think proper.
Truly, yours, WIN. j. ATWOOD.
DR.. O. M. JACKSON
These Bitters are entirely vegetable. They nvig-
crate and strengthen the system, PROSTATE it
and can be used for infants as well as adults.
For sale by respectable dealers everywhere, and by
". ID. GILMAN, Washington.
J. l.. KIDWELI,, Georgetown.
J. r. PIERP0NT, Alexandria
jan Adm
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HfOK SALE on GEAsE.--A number OF IN
improved lots for sale or lease located in various
parm OF NE oity. u, WARD.
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"REMEMBER THE TEA-POTIo
MFRS. SMITH set her Teapot on the
Ivu range to draw the tea, little dreaming il
Wouldn't stand the fire" till she saw II rum She
screamed rs IL disappeared, and fell back in convul-
sions. Every remedy was administered, but nothing
would restore her. At last her husband said be
would call at FRANCIS'S, on Seventh Street. and
buy her of his Fireproof 1ea-Pots when she was
observed to smile In the morning after starting
away, Mr.. Smith looked back, and saw her standing
in the door, For amoment he listened IL was that
same musical voice, MY dear, remember the Tea.
PotP jan 11--rt
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ID. r. Hooker, Rogers Store, Wake county, North
Carolina, October "a, 1883, says:
Having experienced very great benefit from the
use of Hollands German Bitters, in Chronic Dysen-
terry and Functional Derangement of the Liver, and
ITS concomtant evils, am DESTROYS of obtaining
quantity of it for the benefit of my community. You
win, therefore, please send lot &C."
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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

At meeting of the Lancashire Historical Society
held the other dsy, Mrs W. Taylor Of Preston e1'
hibted musicsl toy constructed BY Benjamin
Franklin for his relative, Miss Bache during his stay
nj Pre.top II consists Of seventeen pieces, when
ave of wUod, strung equd istanty on two cords, ana
decrease in length from the lowest to the h,ghest
is played By beng struck in the manner OF the da'
elmer. and its compass is two octaves
The frst vessel tina, passed the Sound after the ex-
pirjpg OF the treaty Of Denmark, was the Sarah l..
Bry ant of Boston, Cspt. Gelerson, from St. Peters
buis to New York with q general cargo OF Russian
produce Capt. Geerson pad the dues uod@r protest.
Prusean note respecting the affairs Of Lauenourg
has been sent to Copeohsgen. Count Esterhszy'
Austrian Envoy at Berlin died on the 23d, OF hham-
nation Of the lungs.
The new bank ut Constantneple, Of which Mr. Loy-
ard is director, has commenced business.
The Guards, On their arrival from the Crinea, are
20 he met by the Queen and Prince Albert, and will
be escer,ed into London with military honOrs.
Mr. John Garden, who is a; present IN prison for an
attempt to carry off wealthy English heress, IL a
candidate for the seat in Parliament of James Ssdier
who il is supposed, must resign from bis proved con-
Lection with bis brothers frsuds.
The Pope has nominated six new Cardinals, OF
whom three are Italians, two Austrisns, and one
French.
TIE Londox Gazette contains an official not:e, de-
Glazing Dr. Rae and his companions entitled 10 the
reward of 40 900, offered to those who should first
ascertain the fate Of Sir John Franklin.