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CBICKERINO & SONS, PIANOS,

'sNHE SUBSCRIBER HAS JUST RECEIv-
n cd a further supply Of magnificent
Louis XIV and Central Pianos. HisSTTFH
stock now and always embraces the largest most
select, and elegant assortment Of Pianos In this
city
The new and unique Parlor Grand. Louis XIV
Central and Square Pianos, by Chickering d
Sons, Boston. Their instruments, acknowledg ed
by the first artists to be superior all others made
in the United States, and which lately, as here
tofOre, have received the highest awards, can be
bought In this city only Of the subscriber.
Also, Pianos OF every style and scale by other
approved Boston and New York makers.
Second hand Pianos taken In part PAY ment
AS The subscriber has twenty Ave years, eNpe-
Hence in the business, and buys exclusively for
| Cash, he will sell better Pianos at lower prices
than can tie bought In this city, either for cash
approved paper.
BY the Boston packet Of the 18th and the steam
er Of the 18TH instant he will receive fourteen
more Pianos, some Of them neat and good instru-
ments, at exceedingly low prices.
A good stock Of Melodeons, Guitars, Violins,
Flutes, Music, &c.
dec 9-3 RlCH'D DAVIS.
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Proceedings of TO-DAY

In THE SENATE, to lay, after communica-
ton from the Secretary of the Treasury COW
ering list OF the unpaid holders Of claims
against Texas, and n bill introduced by MI.
Foot to increase the compensation of military
storekeeper, the regular order, the pending
resolution to print extra copies Of the Presi-
dents lassannual message and accompanying
documents, was taken up.
Whom, Mr.. Ca.s delivered speech, the
point Ct which was to show that Congress has
no power to make rules and regulations for the
territories other than with reference to the
public domain in their several limits. He had
not concluded when tho Star went to press.
In THE HOUSE, the Speaker laid before the
House various Executive and Executive De-
partment communications, which were sew
orally read and appropriately disposed of.
Mr.. Sneed offered q resolution Of inquiry
concerning the reason for the delay in issuing
the agricultural portion of the Patent Office
Report for 1855; which was debated by the
mover and Mcssrs Nichols, Houston, Jones of
Tenn, MoMullin, and Haven, before being
laid on tho table by yent Of Mr.. S., Nh
Nichols having accorded the desired informa-
ton in the course of his remarks.
They next took up the regular order the
further consideration of the resolutions to re-
fer and print extra copies Of the annual meg
sage and accompanying dOcumentS-b in
sisted on.
NJ. Ii Marshall, Of KY, addressed tho
House against the political doctrine known 20
that OF "Squatter Sovereignty"
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CONGRESSIONAL PROCEEDINGS

In THE SENATE, yesterday, after we went
to press, at the conclusion Of the speech Of
Mr.. Pugh, Mr.. Cass obtained the floor for q
speech to-day upon the message; and then
they adjourned.
In THE House, the debate Oh the message
was continued by Messis. Washburn, Of Me-
and Morrison, with interlocutOry remarks from
Messrs Smith, of Va, keitt, Stanton, Giddings
and Norton, ere they adjourned-Mr. Ii. Mar
shall, Of Ky, being next entitled to the floor.
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SELLING OFF

SELLING OFF
DLACK SILKS, FANCY PLAID SILKS.
ID Plaid and Plain Merinos, al greatly reduced
prices.
20 pieces handsome black Silks
~ do rich fancy plaid Silks
36 do bright colors plaid and plain MerInos
100 pieces plain and figured Muslin Delaines and
Poplins, from le& to rs cts.
1s pieces crimson; blue, pink, green, tau, and
gray Josey Flannels
200 pieces dark and rich colored Prints, from o.
to rs cts.
100 pieces colored Cambrjcks, at6K cts.
100 DO bleached and Brown Cottons, from 6 y
to 1sx cts.
10 do Irish Linen, from IS to 81
GEO r. ALLEN,
dec9-S No. - Pa. ave next TO 10Th 81.
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n Tho National Era publishes sone
''lines found in the Goa. pocket belonging TO a
young u al, soon after his death, which WIS
occasioncd by consumption.n
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gUThe mos,vaIuable Family MedictD.s,

for all Complaints are those made by ae dstinguihed Dr.
Rose of Philadelphia regular -rAdu
Eaus University aud ply cIan q" rty years practice in
Philadelphia. All his medicines mercury aud
be taken NJ any time without regard to exposure L. I'D
q
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THE GREAT CUR T. FOR 6ONORRHEA,

DERSONS SUFFERING WITH THE above
Il comp aints vi be cured IN few DAYS by
using DH. ROSES FRENCH SPECIFIC, II
per bottle
For Kidney ard Bladder Affections use DR..
ROSES BUCHU COMPOUND, 80 cents a bot
tie. IL gives immtd ists relief. Sold by al Drug
gists In Washington, Georgetown and Al,.isn
dria dec lO-im
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dec 1-3
NOTICE TO DELIN
OHENT. DIVERS

ST \ E = NOTICE TO UELIN
M QUENT TAX PAYERS.
CoLLKcToR's OFFICE, November q, 1856.
All Persons who have failed to pay their Taxes
due the Corporation Of Washington will please
take notice that the advertisement for the sale OF
property liable for the same will be made about
the LIST Of January, 1857.
tits hoped that early attention will be paid to
this subject by all concerned neglect to do SO
will add heavy expenses to the amount Of the
taxes now due. JOHN NJ. McCALLA,
nov 2.dt3lDec 1--.2 Collector.
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II The tax list Of Savannah shows that
there are in that city 1926 slaves, who az,
taxed three dollars each, forming a revenue
O 81 hS5.
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Al Il ATTENTION, nj ON TGO cry
IA 81 GUARDS You are hereby notified to meet
MI M n your Annoy on THURSDAY EVEN
W " Nc, the 18th ms ant, for drill.
BY order OF Capt KEY:
dec 10-2t THOS McENIRY OS
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uWa,ches, JeweIry and silver Ware,

l have hand .ulI stock q the most fsshousbe
styles Of rich gold Jewery also, large
superior gold and silver Watches also manufacturing
lin own shCFl every variety Of Silver Ware such
otoons Forks, Ladies'; cake and pie Knives salt mustard
and olive SPOONS; Napkin Rings Pitchers, Tea Sets &c
from solid sterling silver, which, will sale
rates than goods the for
IN THE city No. 9Th
sign of the large spread eagle. III. o. HOOD.
oc94 --tr
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dec sits COM OF ARRANGEMENTS.

FIRST GRAND BALL OF THE
D>SA GENENIEVE CLUB will Ia Ike place at
ODD FELLOWS HAIL, Navy Yard, on I'll YRS
DAY, the 6th OF January, 1857. Particulars In a
future advertisement dec . costa
E~GRACE CHURCH FESTIVAL -
SS The Ladies' OF Grace Church, Island,
the Rev Alfred HolEead, Rector, intend opening
their sale OF useful and fancy articles, on MON
DAY EVENING, December 9Th at Conce, Hail,
adjoining the Star Buildings. A large collection
OF Christmas Presents, Toys, &c have been Sc
cured, to which special attention is invited The
proceeds OF the Festival are to be appropriated TO
the debt Of Grace Church Donations arc solicited
and may be left at the house Of the Rector, or at
the hall dec 6-2w
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%THE BEN FRANKLIN TARGET
@NA Company, No. l, have the pleasure OF
announcing to their friends and the public gener-
ally, that Ibev viii give their TWELFTH AS
SEMBLY, at HARMONY BALL, on TUESDAY
EVENING, ID -cember 10TH 1856
Tickets FIFTY CENTS; 10 be hid OK any Of
the members or at the door on the evening Of the
Assembly.
The Company would be plea-ed 10 see their
friends and former patrons
dec 1l-er3, THE COM-JITTEE
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CARRIER PIGEONS AND THE TELEGRAPH
The Collins steamship Atlantic, which ar
rived at New York on Tuesday, when several
miles outside of Sandy Hook, between and
10 O'Clock, was boarded by a news agent OF
the Associated Press, and the substance of her
news wPs dispatched to Sandy Hook by the
agency of carrier pigeons, from whence il was
tclegrarhed 20 New York, and from thence
tclegraphcd TO all parts Of the county, nearly
two hours in advance of the arrival of tho
steamer at her wharf The news thus sent was
published in New York and in all the princi-
pal cities, including New Orleans, about one
hour in advance OF the steamers papers in
New York
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that this excellent preparation has gained n the last tow
years. "a beyond belief The best
states endorse It. aud recommend their patients all
cases OF Dyspepsia indigestion and loss APT elite
~ stomach tonic by nearly family Uuitad
states and family should he without it, 1t reaures no
addition OF spirits Sold in full quart bottles by Drug
s groceries and Hoes throughout the nited States
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1856-12-11

FThe Alexandria Sentinel denies that a
vote vas cast for Fremont in that city.
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POSCOS FEMALE PILLS.-The combination OF Ingred
ens In the fls are perfectly harmless Their efficacy and
merits are based upon extensive practice Of thirty
years; aud, where the directions have strictly fol
lowed thy have never failed TO correct ell
relieve painful aud dihcnt parculsryl
the change Of life. They viii the Whites aud
all distractions aTDg from cold
aud may be used succsssuIly Preventive Call upon
the agent, and set Circular for particulars free.
fTlce per box with full directions. Sold wholesale and
retail ny CHAS. STOrT, Druggist, Pennsyvania avenue
SAMUEL X WAITE 62s Seventh street, Washington ID. c.
and K 5. L. CSSEL Georgeo whom must
be sent and the Fills will be cent conhentis by ms TO
ladies who enclose them dollar -
N. BSee signature the box; 10 ounterseitits for
cry.
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continues increase. Every day some new section writes
IUri.
CsIcAGo H., june ~, 1856.
Prof De Grath-Seud per $3.50 worth of your Eec-
trio Oil, assoTted sizes, upon your usual terms.
J. ii. READ 4 Co.
PORTLAND Maine, Ju0e g. 1856.
Frot De Grath-Send me 90 dozen IS "a
cent and - dozen 81 SIZE and draw amount The
demand for your OIL seems to be Increasing here
II. II. HAY.
1t impo sible to I'll orders fast enough physician Of
this city procured Electric Oil yesterday
practice for Neuralgia Swellngs, &c. His
s- case in which IL relieved when everything
him, viii sppear soon. My genuine In
often. can't waste time notice the imators.
The only genuine he obtained Original Depot 80
South Eighth street below Chestnut CBss
ONLY Manufacturer. For sale in Washington by CHAs
STOIf dec S-lw
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RT,ACk TEA.

DOST OFFICE DIRECTORY, Oh BUsI-
ness Mans Guide to the Post Offices In the
United States, containing the names Of the Post
Ofhces and Pos: Masters In the United States on
the LIST July, 1855, with variety Of valuable in
formation on Postal Affairs; also, a comprehen-
sive codifcaiion OF the existing Postal Laws.
Price 81. Just published, and for sale, at
TAYLOR MAURY'S Bookstore,
dec Il near 9th street.
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SALE Of RACER.-We learn from tho Caro-.
lima Times that Sue Washington, tho winner
OF the great two milo race last week at Colum
bia, S. G., was purchased the day previous by
MesSrs. Barton and Campbell, Of Baltimore,
for five thousand dollars She is a sorrel FLY,
by Revenue; dam, Sarah Washington, by Tin
garee, and is considered by many as the equal
OF Miss Foote, in her palmjest days. The time
in her late race is stated as the best ever made
in South Carolina-3.j1t, 3.451, and } 81. The
stake amounted to twenty one hundred dollars
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<wHAT WE WANT THE PEOPLE

2WHAT WE WANT THE PEOPLE
ONA TO KNOW .-HOU USES FURN-
ISHED We want Housekeepers and those
about to commence Housekeeping to bear In mind
that the first, second, third and fourth rooms OF
our large and spacious warehouse are filed to
their utmost capacity with every description Of
CABINET FURNITURE and House furnish
Ing Goods generally, to which We respectfully
invite the attention Of those In want Of bargains
Houses furnished throughout wi b every article
In the housekeeping line VERY CHEAP FOR CASH,
or to Punctual dealers at the usual credit Call ut
the " HoUsEKREPER's EMPORIUM" and examine
our stock before purchasing. Our motto is
"Qsick sales and small profits"
BONTZA COOMBs,
dec l-3m 9TH street between and X.
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<LECTURE ON THE CLIMATE OF
0NS THE UNITED STATES, AT CA
RUSI'S SALOON, THIS EVENING--Mr.
BLoD5BT's Second Lecture OF the course on
Climate Will embrace the comparison OF the on.
posite coasts Of the United states in respect 10
mean temperature, the quasity Of rain, &c with
areview OF Humbeldt's Comparisons cf Ameri-
can and European Climates. The whole subject
is illustrated by number Of very dne and large
maps, engraved expressly for the purpose, and on
Which the distribution Of heat is shown by iso-
thermal line after Humboldts celebrated model,
and the distribution Of rain by shaded districts
and lines The last Is new Illustration.
Lecture to commence at a quarter before
O'Clock II
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IA ATTENTION, ESIDENT'S
eo MOUNTED GUARDIAN adjourned
TSTSN monthly meeti"g will be held IT the
AArmory on THURSDAY next, a
O'clock p m. Punc'ual attendance IS requested
OF every member, as business Of importance to
the Corps will be transacted Officers and nom
Commissioned Officers Will not fail to attend By
order: (dec l0-2t") JOS PECK, captain.
EFhIR THE LADIES OF ST. MA
NJ ry's Church, 5h street, will hold a Fair
or Festival at Coombs'S Sa'oon, on Pennsylvania
avenue, between 9;h and 10Th streets, commeac.
ing on WEDNESDAY, the 10th instant TIE
proceeds are 10 be applied 10 liquidate the eypen-
ses for the stone steps In front Of said Church,
and the new hui ding FOR the parish school M.
mercus and useful articles OF fancy, some very
suitable for Christmas gifts or Ornaments in pri.
ments Of all kinds az reasonable prices. Doors
OIen from O'Clock til 10 p m, to be continued
for few days ONLY Espufa's Band will perform
the music. Abundance l2K cents dec Sta
4,N UTIC E,-THE MEMBERS OF
- the National Club take great pleasure i'm
announcing to their friends and the public In
general, that their First Grand Assembly will
tabe place at the METRoFoLITAN HALL, corner
Of 9th ana ID streets, on MONDAY EVENING"
December 18th, 1855
Tickets FIFTY CENTS admitting gentle.
man and Ladies'. As there will be no Ladies in
vitations issued, all are invited to attend By
order Of the
dec s-7t~ COM OF ARRANGEMENTS.
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GENfLEMEN'S DREst Nc ROBEe.-
" We have received and opened a further and
large supply Of Gentlemen's Robes de Chambre
OF new and desirable styles, and some Of very
large sizes, at STEVENS,S
dec 1885, Salesroom Browns, n otsI
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LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE!
YOUNG AMERICA AHEAD.
lust RECEIVED FROM The MANU-
- IA tuTer, supply Of those running LOCO ~
MOTIVES, new and beautiful Toy. The
same that was spoken Of so highly by the Even
ing STAR as being exhibited at a New York Hotel.
HAMMOND, 7th street,
dec I1-3t Kriss Kringl5's Agent.
LNLE<IANr PARLOR AND CHAMBER
IL Furpiture.-Just received at Warerooms
No $50 Seventh street, FIVE PARLOR SUITES
Of superior quality, in French Brocatel and
Plush.
A great variety Of SOFAS, TETE-A.TETEs,
DlvANS, LOUNGES, and CHAIRS In
hair cloth
Rosewood and Walnut CENTRE TABLES
WHATNOTS, ETEGERES, &c.
Fine French plate MIRRORS.
ALSO,
Enamellci CHAMBER SETS
Solid Oak and Walnut SETS
Rosewood and Mahogany sETS
Fine HAIR MATTRESSES and FEATHER
BEDS
SALAMANDER SAFES, best qualify
All goods warranted to be - represented, and
prices put as low as any other establishment.
dec ll-ec3w N. Nj. McGREGOR.
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PAIslNS.- sULTANA, sEEDLEsS, AND
H layer Raisins, In mats, boxes, and drums,
or sale by KING & BURCHELL,
dec 8 At their new Store, cor Of 18th ana SITS.
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.SPIRIT OF THE MORNING PRESS

INC UHtOHI III PuULsHIHg VHo leCeHt speecn
of the Hon. Samuel A. Smith, of Tennessee,
takes occasion to compliment it highly. 1t
deserves such notice; for Mr. S.-scatters to
the four winds all the subterfuges with which
the Republicans are essaying to break the
force of the late overwhelming defeat OF their
principles before the people.
The IntsLEigeHcer's editorial column Is taken
mp with 4 synopsis of the speeches delivered
yesterday in beth Houses of Congress wherein
geArsl politics was the thome, OF course.
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The Pacific Railroad The Abingdon IVA }
BGR0cr0t last received in Washington con
taiEs an article in favor of the Pacific railroad
project. A it is published in the town in
which Ex-Governor Floyd resides, and has
long been regarded as possessing his immediate
confidence, his name has Of course been con.
nee:et with the article in question. Its posi-.
tions on the subject are so foreign to what have
| heretofore been the received, If not unauss
toned views of the Democracy of the State,
(Without single exception that we know Of
ss hat We feel warranted in scouting the idea
that Ex-GOy. L. either counselled or knew a
the publication. 1t will turn out like tho
electoral recommendation, thing done with.
out his knowledge or appreciation, we fancy.
Nevertheless, it (the article) is bon 6ouche
for the wonder mOngers around us, who do no,
comprehend the fixed principles by which Vir.
ginia sta'esmcn must be governed to acquire
resi influence out of the circle of their iume.
diate personal associations. They (the won.
der-mongers) are to-day drawing all sorts OF
| TO us) quizzical conclusions from the Abinp.
don Democrats publication, none of which
in our estimation at least, arc worth a pinch
| of snuff.
The Medit erranean squadron.-A store
ship for the Mediterranean squadron will sail
from New York on or about the 10th of Jan.
uary next. This presents good opportunity
to send packages to the officers and crews of
the frigate Congress, steamer Susquehanr a
and razee Constellation, which ships compose
the present Msditsrrsusan squadron.
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F BIGGER, Register.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT,
Registers Once, November, IL 1856 IL
ENOTICE.-THE SUBSCRIBER beps
~ leave to call the attention Of the public
TO his stock Of GLASS and QUEENSWARE
before purchasing elsewhere, as by so doing they
win save from Is to 25 per cent.
Toilet and Dinner Sets lower than the lowest az
309 Pa. avenue, between 9th and 10th streets
je 9-6m JOHN McDEVITT.
rHOlCE RIO COFFEE 12S; BEST
~ Java Is burnt Coffee Of excellent flavor Is.
Fresh and superior ground and whole Spice Of
all kinds. Buckwheai and family Flour, Of vari-
Gus kinds. JOS. W. DAVIS,
lie Corner 9th and T. streets.
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$3.50 LECTURE WILL BE DELIVER
~S ed in Trinity Church, Georgetown, on
SUNDAY EVENING, 14th Dec, at O'Clock
by Rev. b. A MAGUIRE, President Of Georgetown
College. Subject; "The Irreligious Tendencies
Of the Times"
The Choir Of ST. Matthews Church, by request
have kindly rendered their assistance.
Professor CAULFrELD will preside at the Organ
collection for the benefit Of the Young Calho.
lies Friend Society will be made.
dee LII INTEL
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THE LAKES
BEG TO CALL THE ATTEN- <eA
itlD ltOn Of the ladies and the public zen 49,
lliIJlIuerally, to their choice assortment of gUy
W W. useful and ornamental articles. alike rare
and unique, end wrought with most artistic skill
In materials Of the mos, costly description. slc
JEWELRY
Diamonds, Gold, Silver, Iearl, and Precious
S,ones.
FANCY GOODS
TOrtolseshell, Ivory, Ebony, Bohevian, Glass,
Parian, Alabisier, Marble, Papier Mache, and
Bisquet, &c &c.
BRUSHES
Hair, Nail, Tooth, and Shaving.
COMBS
Tortoiseshell, India Rubt er, Buffalo, &c.
Porte Monaies, Pocket Books, Cabas, Swiss
Goods. and Cutlery arranged in every style Of
elegance, at their FANCY BAZAAR,
SOL Penna avenue.
P:S. Millinery Department, MADAME DE-
VOS. dec IL 3t
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HOLIDAY GOO DS.-M. w CALI
II BRO. have just received large sssor'mel'
OF very elegant Goods suitable for the holidays.
Persons who design making presents would ~
well TO select them al orce
M. w. GAIT BRO Jewellers,
dec 10 81 ia Pa. eve, bet OH and lOta SIS
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STOP THAT COUGH.

I'HE OHEA1 REMEDY FOR COUOHS 4.
Il COLps, Group end WHOoP.NG COUCH
DIR. ROSES COUGH SYRUP
Cures Coughs Of the worst kind. IL also curCs
hoaIseness, sore throat, weakness of the chest,
pain In the breast and lung affections Where
ever there is pain mix with the Cough Syrup 10
drops Of Pain CuTer, and you will md immediate
relief. DR.. Roses Cough Syrup relieves and
frequently cures consumptive cough and FORT.
hes the system against further al acks.
IL In bottles at 50 cents and 81
TO CEhE CROUP.
The lives OF thousand Of children have been
saved, by using DIR. ROSES Group Syrup. IL
gives instant relief IS cents a bottle.
TO CURE WHO0PING COUGH
DIR ROSES Whooping Cough Syrup is the
only certain cure for Whooping Cough. ltcures
In a short time, and sllsys all irritation Cf the
Lungs 50 cen bottle
The above valuable medicines are recommend
ed by Physicians who haze tiled them In their
practice.
To be he'd Of all Druggists in Washington,
Georgetown and Alexandria. dec lc-fm
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The Panama Railroad.-Tho disclosures
Of the Postmaster Generals report concerning
the difficulties his Department has had to
contend with in relation to the mail service
performed by this railroad company, are open
ing the eyes Of the public to the necessity for
some ether means for tho transportation Of the
mails between the Atlantic and the Pacific
portions Of the Confedcracy while the troubles
on both the Panama isthmus and the Mica
ragua isthmus occurring in the last year de-
monstrate the folly Of leaving the intercourse
between our East and West at the mercy of
Central American contingencies. We trust
that the public attention, now happily fixed
on this subject, will be tuned to the impo:-
lance of the proposed military wagon road
over the continent, on which to transport an
overland express mail, az was originally urged
by Senator Gwin.
From the moment the subject was preached
In Congress we have advocated it as one of
State ipatiDg that this Gov
crnment and the American people depending
on routes of INSTRUMENTATION with our Pa
ciic country, would sooner or later pay the
penalty Of tho folly Of Congress in failing
promptly to cause fair route to be opened
over the Rocky Mountains. As strange as it
may sccm, up TO this time, though the estab-
liShment Of such a means Of communication,
with its consequent small settlements Of Amer.
lean f-on'iermen every thirty or forty miles
along the line, would be the cheapest and most
feasible protection to the emigration to the
far West, it has apparently found less favor
with the public than tho mammoth Pacific
Railroad scheme, which must require years
and millions for its construction, where that
(the proposed military road) win require
months and thousands.