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SCHEME.
APPROXIMATION PRIZES

$4,000 do 80. $50, determined by the drawing
Of the capital prize. II IN odd number then every
odd number in the Lottery will draw $s so; if an
even number, then every even number will draw
$8 So This prize is in addition to any other prize
which may be drawn.
Tickets $l0--Halves, S5-Qnarters, g. so.
Recollect that in the Havana Plan Lottery every
prize must be drawn.
All orders for Tickets or Shares will be promptly
filed if addressed to
HUBBARD CO.,
Baltimore, Maryland
Who are fnly authorized by the Managers to ill all
orders. ap 22--3tawd&cp.
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SPRING SUPPLIES.
"E have received our Spring supplies
w OF Boots and Shoes for ladies', misses,
and children, gents, boys, and youths Ours
stock is large and well assorted in all itsF ~
branches, from the best manufacturers of New
York and Philadelphia
Ladies' black Caters, only 81.
Gents black and colored CATERS only S2 So
Also, superior assortment of Trunks and Carpet
Bags, which will be disposed of at small advance.
Call early and examine our assortment
A. HOOVER 4 SON,
South side Pa. av., bet 9Th and 7th streets
ap 24-eo6t
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BY c. w. BOTELER.
AmrffnuAer

TRUSTEES' SALE OF VALUABLE
- ProPerty.-By virtue Of deed Of trust, re-
corded in Libsr J. A. q, No. l0S, foios 81, ct SEQ
one OF the Land Recoros OF Washington county, b.
O., shall sell, on Thursday, the 10th Of May, At
O'Clock, r. NJ, In front Of the premises, the following
very valuable property, TO wiz:
All that part Of original Lot No. j, In square No.
ITO, comprised within the following mstes and
bounds beginning ut the intersection of New York
avenue and l7th street west, and running thence
north fifty feet; thence west one hundred and four
feet and seven inches; thence southeasery eighty
two eet and six inches, 10 point On New ork ave-
nue. eighty feet and six Inchss from the point of
beginning; and thence in straight line to the point
OF beginning, together with the improvements
Also, original Lots Nos. and 10, in the same
square, comprising Lots. Nos. ], g. A. g. and 8, ac-
cording to Davidson's Subdivision
: Also, Lot No ~, in square No. l89, according TO
Davidsons Subdivision, with the imp, ovements.
Terms OF sale One third cash aud the balance in
two equal instalmeuts, at six and twelve months for
which the pu chasers notes with surety aud secured
by deed of trust on the property will b. required
VI the cash payment onehalf will be required u bs
p I'd ON the spot immediately upon tho purchase;
AND on failure the property will again bs offered ior
SALE
If the terms be not complied with In all other res.
poets within three days. the property will be r. sold
on notice Of five days. ut the risk and cos OF The
defaulting purchaser
Tne indisputable. Deeds at purchasers cost
WALTER u. DAvlDGE,
Trustee.
c. w. BOTELER,
may S--2aw&ds Intel. Auctioneer
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apr 22-2aw&ds
Office ofthe Commissioner Of Lotteries,

BALTIMORE, APRIL 1S, 1856.
TNHE undersigned, Commissioner of Lotteries Of
y the State Of Maryland being in receipt daily
OF letters from various portions OF the country ma
king inquiry as to Lottery Schemes with which the
country Is flooded, and which purport to be decided
by the drawings of the Maryland Consolidated Lot
teres takes this method to answer all such letters
Of inquiry, and inform the public that all Lotteries
purportog 10 be decided by the Maryland Drawings
are gross frauds that certain partie who style them
selves Morris Co., and pretend to be Managers or
Sole Agents for the Grand Charter Lotteries Of Ceve
land, Ohio, are impostors, and said Lottery fraud
having neither legal nor presumptve existence; and
that another fictitious firm, styled Murry h Co,
Cleveland Ohio, also impostors, and all Lotte-
res which they profess to be managers or agents for
are also frauds
RICHARD FRANCE, of this city, is the contrsc-
tor for Drawing the Maryland Lotteries the business
conducted under the firm of R. FRANCE a CO. as
Managers, and they have sole agents in the city
Of Baltimore. There are, however some forty licensed
venders for the State Of Maryland who derive license
under him, through this Office to sell tickets in the
Maryland Lotteries
ID. III. MePHAIL,
Commissioner Of Lotteries for the State Of Md.
ap 2l-2md&cp
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IL RESTAURANT AND READING
ROOMS.

HAVING just opened at No. 500, Penn
IL sylvania avenue, near the foot of Capitol Hill,
new Restaurant, am prepared TO furnish refresh
mens in the most recherche style. The Bar is sup
piled with the best Liquors; and to see one of my
juleps is refreshing, but to taste mention IT,
As to food, Oysters and Game of all kinds in sea-
son will always be on hand prepared to suit the tastes
of the most fastidious
Cigars and Tobacco of the best brands, as well as
Pipes, so exhileratng after julep.
Reading Room, with the latest papers, will fur
nish the current news
Long experience in the business encourages me TO
promise general satisfaction TO my friends and all
who may favor me with call
ap 29-2m r. NJ A. FENWICK
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NEW FIRM AND NEW ARRANGE
MENTS.
FUNHE Undersigned, II. POTENTINI and

NEW FIRM AND NEW ARRANGE.
MENTS.
VNHE Undersigned, II. POTENTINI and
- ). ZlTELL, having formed copartnership
for the purpose Of carrying the Confectionery and
Restaurant business, at 27s, Pennsylvania avenue,
under the style of
P0TENTINI & ZITELL,
Beg leave to call the attention of the patrons Of the
old firm and the public generally, to the increased
facilities which they now offer for supplying
WEDDING, BALL, AND SUPPER PARTIES,
at the shortest possible notice. with all the decacies
both in and out of season.
Rooms furnished for Breakfast, Dinner, and Sup
per, for private parties at all times
We have also connected with our establishment
fine Saloon, fitted up expressly for the ladies' where
they can be furnished with
GAME AND OYSTERS
of all kinds served up in every STYLE at the shortest
notice Ladies favoring us with call can always be
furnished with every deiicacy that the appetite de.
sires.
Ladies and gentlemen can have their Meals sent TO
them at th.ir private rooms by leaving orders
We will klso pay particular attention 10 the manu-
featuring Of plain and ornamental Confectionery in
all their branches, and will always keep on hand
select assortment Of French Confectons, Bon 3ons.
Preserves, &c.
POTENTINI 4 ZITELL.
27s, south side Pa. av., bet. 10th and lith sts
ap l4--2m
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NOMINATING CoSvESrIoss-The American Nom
mating Convention, composed Of delegates from
the various Ward Councils, meet tonight In the
Hall in the Organ Buildings, to nominate tbs can
didats Of the American party for the Mayoralty
II the weather is fair, the fair of Washington
will make lair appearance at the Presidents
Grounds during the promenade concert of the Ma
rine band.
WHAT PIrr THE heavy rain Of yesterday
30 flooded the Theatre, that Miss Pynes rich ward
robe was damaged to the amount Of several hun
dred dollars
Let no one forget the rich entertainment offered
by Mrs. Lesdernier in her readings and reeitations
from the various popular poets tonight atCarusis
The stone-wharf property in the First ward has
been leased by the government for the reception
Of building materials to be used In the Treasury ex-
tension.
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BY C.. w. BOTELER,
AucttOneer.

DUBLIC SALE.-.By virtue of a deed of
- trust, executed to me, and recorded in Liber
A. 8, No. 95, folios 239, z4o and 241 one Of the
OF Colu nbia, shall, Saturday the Sd day of Nav
next at o'clock, p. H., in front Of the premises.
offer for SALE public auction, to the highest oder
therefor, one undivided ninth part of that rt OF
square numbered one hundred and eighty six which
was conveyed by W. w. Corcoran to Thomas Richie.
Terms: One-fourth cash the residue at tx, twelve
or eigh cen months, equal payments, with interest,
to be secured to the satisfaction of the Trustee
Property TO be resod, at the risk and expense of
the purchaser unless terms are complied with within
three days.
JOS. 81. BRADLEY, Trustee.
O. w. B0TELER,
Auctioneer.
ap 14-3taw&ds rJptel
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One Grand Prize of ss 600 Dollars,

s4g All orders for Tickets or Shares in the above
splendid Schemes will meet with prompt and reliable
attention. and the Drawings certified by the State
Lottery Commissioner sent TO all who order.
Address HUBBARD a CO..
Baltimore, Maryland.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03
GAS LIGHT GAS LIGHTi

Always sure, and under your own control.
HALLAHER & SMITH, having perfected their
~ Portable Gas Generator, offer ii to the
public, assuring them that il is free from all the OBJ
jectons which have been urged against other inven
tions for accomplishing artificial illumination. 1t
will generate more gas, at less expense, than any
other apparatus, take up less spae and is free from
all noxious odors while its original cost is fifty per
cent. less Forpublic buildings or private dwellings
this Generator viii be found peculiarly applicable,
and in the country highly advantageous as the gas
be manufactured from any kind Of grease that s
now considered valueless and thrown away. 1t Is
very simple in its construction, not liable 10 get out
of order and be tended with entire safety by an
ignorant servant child without the least danger
The patentees do not think il necessary in an ad-
vertisement TO give any long description Of their Gas
Generator; those desirous OF being supplied will ex-
anime for themselves They would, therefore, res
pectfuy refer the public to the Gas Fitting and
Plumbing Establishment of
MILLER a CUNNINGHAM
No. 895, Pennsylvania avenue, south side,
Who are the sole and general agents. where the gas
can be seen burning, and all particulars sscertsined
relative to the Generator, &c.
EN- In addition to the above, the patentees offer
to the public their Sure Cure for Smoky Flues"
which has been fully tested on some of the worst
chimneys in this city, successfully that they are
willing to guarantee cure in every instance. Call
or address as above. ap H-1md&cpf
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SERVANTS OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS.
- Mechanics, and employees Of all kinds furnish
ed at the shortest notice by addressing b. j. HAM
SON, Room No. 9, 5l4, Seventh street, where men.
women, and children, white and black, can at ali
times hear Of good situations. sp 2s-lm
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FOR RENT OR SALE.
WANTED,

WANTED,
a PARTNER, either active or silent,
a with capital of $500, in the Lime and Cement
Business. The kiln, which is capable of burning
100 barrels of me $50 barrels Of cement per day.
together with the mill to grind the cement, already
built. Apply to
A. 8. BURROWS
552, Pennsylvania avenue, bet lst and Cd sts
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FIRST GRAND EXCURSION
AND PICNIC
or THR
ASSOCIATED B0OKBINDERS
OE WASHINGTON.

\" Il take pleasure in announcing to the
w public that our first Excursion and Picnic
WHITE HOUSE PAVILION,
Will take place on
Monday, Nay 10TH, 1856.
The Committee pledge themselves that no exertion
will be spared that may contribute to the comfort
and enjoyment of all those who may honor us with
their presence.
SCOTS celebrated Brass and Coton Band has
been engaged for the occasion.
Dinner, supper and Hefreshments will be served
by an experienced caterer, at city prices.
THE STEAMER GEORGE WASHINGTON
Will leave Georgetown at7 O'Clock, A. NJ; Washing
ton at s; Bagden's Wharf at 81 Alexandria at o.
In the afternoon will leave Washington at 9 and
Aexandria at 21S. Returning, the first boat will
leave the White House at o'clock, p. NJ
Tickets ONE DOLLAR-admittin gentleman
and ladies--to be had of any member of the Com
mittee and at the boat the morning OF the Excur
sion.
Erecntiye Committee.
white Rosette.)
Francis A. Manning Samuel t. Crawford
John Burns Frank Miller
VIM. ii. Bailey
Floor Managers.
(Blue Rosette)
VIM. Fl. Gorbutt Henry WanborQ
Theo. Walmsley Theo L. Lamb
Godfrey Rosewag VIM. L. Dowden
John Espey
may 8-5t 8, 7, 10, IA, II
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BY c. w. BOTEL Err,

BY Z. w. BOTELER,
AuCtiOneer.
WNRU8TEE,S SALE OF TWO SMALL
- Frame Houses on the Island .--On Mon
day the 9th day Of May, by virtue Of deed Of trust
bearing date the 18th Of November 1854, and re.
corded in Liber j. A. s., No. 81 foos 8l9, $50, &C.
one Of the Land records Of Washington county Dis.
trct OF Columbia, the subscriber will SELL at public
auction in front of the premises, part Of Lot l2 in
square No. $685. which are erected two small COM
Portable Frame Buildings fronting on street south.
Terms Of sale One-fourth of the purchase-money
in hand, and the remainder in two, four, and six
months, with interest, secured by a deed Of trust
All conveyancing at costyof purchaser.
JAS. O. MAUPIN, Trustee.
G. w. BOTELER,
ap 16--8taw Auctioneer.
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FOR LEASE.

FOR LEASE.
- The unexpired term tabout sixteen
GlM and a half months) Of Lease with privilege
Of a renewal for four years, on house, No 4s9,
Twelfth street north, is for SALE The house haseght
rooms including basement and attic
Inquire from II M. TO 3 p. NJ, at this Office.
ap lift
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IMPORTANT TO GENTLEMEN.

INFORMANT TO GENTLEMEN.
Great Inducements for you to Call and See.
vUNHE undersigned gives notice to his friends and
the public that he has just received his stock
Of Fall and Winter Goods, comprising all the latest
styles and coion of Cloth, Cashmere and vestings
which goods will be made up to order, in the most
elegant manner, as he has of the best workmen
IN the United States at work for him. Being agent
for Scott the reporter Of fashions you may rely upon
getting the most fashionable clothing
READY-MADE CLOTHING
Of his own make such as Over Garments rock, Dress
and business Coats, Pants, and Vests, from medium
TO very superior quality.
All the above Goods will be solSat very low prices
for instance, whole suit Coat Pants, and Vest for
the small sum of &l5
overcoats, beautiful style, from $40 to $40
Pants, do do do 8 to 10
Vests, do do do 2 so to 10
He respectfully solicits call from all in want Of
Clothing.
FURNISHING GOODS,
such as Shirts, Drawers, Collars, Stocks Handker-
chiefs, Scarfs, Umbrellas &c.
p. w. BROWNING,
Under United States Hotel,
Between Sd and AZ streets, Penn avenue
nov TT
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By C. w. BOTELER,
AuctiOneer.

DEREMPTORY SALE OF VALUA.
u BILE Property ON Seventh Strect.---On
Tuesday afternoon. May 5th, at o'clock, shall sell
on the premises part Of Lot No. H. in square No. 4oS
together with the improvements thereon consisting
OF two.story Brick Dwelling House. containing q ss
good business location. On the rear of the lot i n
substantial Brick Stable which fronts on ten-foot
alley. This property fronts on Seventh street, be-
tween and streets, and will positively be sold to
the highest bidder.
Terms: Onefourh cash balance on credit Of six.
twelve eighteen, and twenty-four months for notes
bearing interest," secured BY deed Of trust on the
property.
c. w. BOTELER,
ap 26-eodGds Auctioneer
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Hubbard Go. are fully authorized to fill all orders
in the Maryland Lotteries
R. FRANCE A. CO.,
ap 25-d&w Managers Baltimore Md
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by IL. w. FERGUSON n Co..,
Aucflnnoo.~

AuctiOnecis.
"E WILL SELL, AT AUCTION. ON
~ Thursday evening, May /, ut 71s o'clock, at
the Washington Store, on Pennsyiyania avenue, be.
tween Eighth and Ninth streets, u consignment of
French, Engsh, German, and American Pictures
embracing humorous, tanciful, moral aud patriotic
subjects.
catalogues may be had and also at our Auction
Rooms.
Sale without reserve.
B. w. FERGUSON,
ap 8o--2t Auctioneer.
~ The above Sale is postponed to Saturday even.
ing May 8rd at o'clock, account of the Storm
may Its b. w. f. Co
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Nev York Markets.

Nrw YoRE, May S.-Flour is improving Sales
Of 1000 barrels Common TO good State, IS rs a
80 IL Ia; common to low extra Ohio, So IL a
10 81; mixed to standard Southern, 90 so a 81
25 fancy to extra do, 81 90 a IS so.
Wheat is firm. Sales Of 1000 bushels. South
ern white, 81 rs a 81 80.
Corn is firm. Sales Of 1900 bushels. South.
ern mixed, 80 cents
Pork is dropping. Sales of 800 bbls. Mess, $ls.
Beef is firm. Sales of $50 bbls. Chicago re-
packed, $l2 $l3.
Lard is firm. Sales of 200 bbls at 10 S-s cents.
Whiskey is improving. Sales Of 100 barrels
Ohio, 28 IA cents
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03

RAIs.-Whether the excessive quantity of rain
that has fallen in the last three days portends an
approaching drought or not, we don't know but
thing s certain, It proves that what April for
got to confer US in that line, is made up by the
tears sweet May sheds at his neglect. But she
, must have INDUCED in passionate food of tears
yesterday if one who was out in that tremendous
shower at sunset, might venture an opinion.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03

GAS STOVES AND OVENS.
WE respectfully call the attention OF
w the public to our Gas Cooking Stoves, pat
ented by William +. Shaw, of Boston. For neatness
and economy they cannot be surpassed, orly con-
suming about two cents an hour to each burner
Also, Summer Ovens, a new article.
SIBLEY d GUY,
Pa. avenue, bet. 10th and l1th streets
an 2q-eo3t
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The Concert will be under the direction of
MIR. j. III. DANIEL,
Conductor of the Association.

Tickets 25 cents, TO be had at the principal Book
and Music Stores.
As no money can be received at the door of the
Institution, persons who design attending the Con-
cert are requested to secure tickets in advance
ap GEO
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NOW OPENING
wHITE-H OUsE PAVILION
ON THE POTOMAC

TNHE undersigned have opened for the
~ season this delightful and fashionable resort
for the accommodation Of the public and parties
wishing to visit this most agreeable retreat where
they can be furnished on the most liberal terms with
all the Injuries Of the season. and with the best re-
freshments Of all kinds both at the Pavilion and on
board the boat
Parties having their own caterer can have the use
of the dining and ball rooms for fifteen dollars for
the occasion.
WM. COKE a co,
National Eating House,
Cor. 9Th steeet and Penn. avenue,
sp2S-Sm Washington, ID. @.
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RICH SCHEME! HAVANA PLAN!
MORE PRIZES THAN BLANKS

nIOil sDOllLlE llh ANA LAIN
MORE PRIZES THAN BLANKSl
MARYLAND STATE LOTTERYs
To be drawn on Havana Plan,
MAY 10, 1866.
X. FRANCE a. CO., Managers.
GRAND CONSOLIDATED LOTTERY, Class 10, q
To be drawn in City of Baltimore, Maryland,
On Saturday, May 10, 1855.
Prizes amounting to 2o4, 900 Dollars
$4,000 Tickets--I5, 600 Priest
Prizes payable in full-no deduction whateveri
Purchase two tickets. an odd and an even number,
and you must draw one prize, and may
draw threel
full scheme of the Lottery will be sent TO all who
order tickets, and the printed official draw
ing as soon as the drawing ia
completed.
Send your orders addressed to
HUBBARD & CO.,
Baltimore, Md.
They are fully authorized by the Managers to 6ll
all orders.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03

WATERING THE STREETS. Yesterday Senator
Brown, from the Committee on the District of Co
lumbia, reported resolution allowing Commits
sioner Blake to contract for watering Pennsylvania
avenue. Good Hope the terms Of the contract
win be carried out TO prevent the possibility
of having dust thrown in our eyes about election
times,
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Nnaneial.

New YoRK, May S.-Stocks are higher. Chicago
and Rock Island, 90; Cumberland Coal Co, 20
IA Michigan Southern, "a 3-4 New York Gen.
trai, 90 l-2 Pennsylvania Coal Co., 81 l-2 Read
ing, 80 3-4 Illinois Central Bonds, 81 Ia.
Sterling exchange Is firm ut Q 6-S 9 S-4.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03
Baltimore Markets.

Baltimore Markets.
BALTIMORE, May 3.--Flour In steady, but dull.
Sales OF Howard street at So City, s.; Ohio is
held at the same price.
Wheat is unchanged; good to prime red, & 1 32
VI 81 fair to prime whites, 81 35 l As prime
white, suitable forSfamily -four, 81 so 81 So.
Corn Is higher and very active white sold for
so oS cents, and yellow at so 50 cents
Provisions are generally unchanged.
Beef is very dull at previous rates.
Bacon Is confined to jobbing. Sales--shoulders
at8a IA cents sides at 8 l-2 q "a cents !;
hams at 10 1-2 IL l-2 cents
Mess Pork at sls.
Kansas Afairs in the Massachusetts Legislature.
BosroS, May LIN the Senate to-day two re-
ports were submitted from the special committee
upon Kansas affairs The majority reported se-
ries of resolutions taking strong Northern ground
denouncng the interference of the border ruffians
the bogus Territorial Legislature, and the course
OF the national administration, declaring that Kan
sas should be admitted as free State, and CON-
mending the cause to the sympathy of the people
of Massachusetts,. The resolutions were ordered
to second reading. The minority report, which
tains the legality of the Territorial Legislature and
laws and susains the course Of the administration
Whig Movement in Massachasetts
BosroN, May 1.-The Wings of the Legislature,
and many prominent Wings of the State, held
meeting IN the State House this evening. Reso
lutions were adopted adhering to Whig principles,
and declaring that they will enlist In the ranks Of
no party that does not bear the flag and keep step
to the music of the Union.
eE- We call attention to the sale Of an interest
in the very valuable house and lot late the resi-
dence Of Thomas Rtchie, ESQ.,, deceased, which
4 foLa on1ao afto !. .
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The Count De Sartges Minister of France and
his family, were among the passengers In the
steamer Persia on "Wednesday last. The Count
arrived in Washington yesterday and, we are glad
TO learn, returns to his mission in good health.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03

PRoFANITY.-Wm. Garner was last night arrest
ed for disorderly conduct and profanity at the
Theatre, and taken to the watch.house This
morning Justice Holingshead sentenced him to
pay fine and costs.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03

Mr. Corcoran has erected the outbuildngs on
his estate in the environs Of the city, the road
leading from Glenwood Cemetery to the Military
Asylum, and will soon commence the erection of
an elegant house for his country residence. From
an inspection of the plans of the architect, we
have no hesitation in saying that the house win
be one Of the most elegant in this section of the
Union.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03
TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.
FROM 7,H.E ASSOCIATED PRESS.
By THE HOUSE PRINTING TELEGRAPH
Arrival Of a Surysunq Vessel.

NKw YoRK, May b. The surveying steamer
Corwir, from Key West, arrived here this morn
ing. Her intelligence from that port has been an
ticipated
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Novel and Elegant ENTERTAINMENT.

MRS. EMILY P. LESDERNIER
HAS the honor to announce that she
IL will give an entertainment, to consist of
VARIED REGULATIONS
Selected from the most admired English and Ameri.
can poets at CARUSI'S SALOON,
On Saturday Eosning, May 8,
To commence at o'clock
Cards of admission, so cents for sale at the usual
places and at the door. may 2-2t*
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GRAND CONSOLIDATED LOTTERY, Glass !,
To be drawn at Baltimore City, May 81, 1855.
78 numbers--13 drawn ballots
MAMMOTH SCHEME.
Daily American organ., 1856-05-03

MAIL LETrIses.-The Postmaster General win
make known his decisions on the proposals re-
ceived for mail service in the States Of New Jersey
Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Ohio, for
the regular contract term of four years from the
lst of July next and also on routes in other
States and Territories established by the act of
Congress Of March 3, 1856, for shorter periods in
the hall Of the Post Office Department, on We'd
nesday, the Tth instant, at 10 a. NJ