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ORDER 70 REDUCE OUR STOCK

DREVIOUS TO RECEIVING OUR EX-
l. tensive Spring supplies, we shall commence
to- day and continue until the 18th instant to SELL
OFF AT COST for cash only, the following articles
All fancy plaid, brocade, and stripe Dress Silks
Rich printed ll-wool French Mousseline Delaines
Handsome plain AMI plain Merinos and Coberg
Cloths
A large stock Cloak and Dress Trimmings and
Ribands
Agood assortmentlong and square Brocha, Stella,
and plaid Cloth Shawls
- ladies' rich Velvet, MOire Antique, Silk, and
Cloth Cloaks, all Of the newest styles, and
must be sold to close consignment.
We hare also jxst opened:
A general assortment Of fine and medium quality
Shtrting CottOns, all Of the best class
Richardson and Barklie's Shirting Linens, war
ranted pure fax, ranging from 37H cts, to 81
peryard
100 pieces small figured light colors English Cal
tcoes, at 12h cents
100 pieces assorted plaid Cambrics and Muslins,
very cheap
Is dozen fine stitched Linen Shirt Bosoms
10 pieces more Of those rich lustre plain black
Silks
Fine Bombasins, Alpacas, and English Grapes
y dozen ladies' best Kid Gloves
silks and Cotton Hosiery.
All will be sold at fair low prices, and all goods
warranted as represented
Purchasers are particularly invited to call and
examine for themselves before making their pur-
chases sewhe e. COLLEY SEARS,
No. SOB 7th ST adjoining Dc1ter's Hotel.
feb 4-eo2w
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FYICIAL,
TREASURY DEPARTMENT,

TREASURY DEPARTMENT, Dec. 1, 1855.
Notice is hereby given to holders Of stocks Of
the United States that this Department will pur-
chase to the amount OF 81 500 600 Of said stocks
at any time when the same may be offered prior to
the 1st day Of June next and will pay therefor the
following prices, to wit:
For stock Of the loan Of 1912, premium Of ten
per cent; for stock Of the loans of 1s47 and lsis
premium Of sixteen per cent; for stock issued
under the act Of 1850, commonly called Texas-in.
demnfty stock, premium Of six per cent and
for stock Of the loan Of 1916, redeemable on the
18th November, 1915, II received at the Treasury
prior to the 1st day Of January next, premium
Of 2X per cent; II received between the 1st jan
uary and the 3lst Of March next, a premium Of
per cent and II received after the 31st of arch
and prior to said 1st Of June next, premium Of
TX per cent.
Interest will also be allowed on said stocks at
the rates specified in the certificates from the 1st
July last, IL assigned with the principal Of the
certificates received prior to the 1st Of January
next After that date the interest will be allowed
In addition to the premium from lst Of January to
the date OF their receipt. In both cases one days
interest will be allowed In addition for the money
to reach the seller
Certificates transmitted to this Department un-
der the present notice should be duly assigned to
the United States with the current half years in
terest, IL sent prior to the LIST Of January next bv
the party entitled to receive the purchase money
Payment for these stocks will be made by drafts
upon theassistant treasurers at Boston, New ork,
or Philadelphia, as the parties entitled to receive
the money may direct
JAMES GUTHRIE,
dec 3-dtJune1 Secretary Of the Treasury.
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at Columbus, Ohio, post Office, the other mora
ing.
A rough, uncOuth-lOoking customer inquired
for letter at the general delivery. He re-
ceiyed one and not being sure that il was for
him, he asked the clerk TO read few lines to
him.
The postmaster with his usual urbanity and
natural desire to accommodate, read as follows:
Dear s.. This letter comes a hoppin
/ take my pen in hand to inform you thar We
are awl well, and hope you are enJoyin tho
same blessin am sorry to hear you have
been on another drunken spree"
"Stop,n shouted the attentive listener,
t" stop'' say! That ere letters for me; 50
here's vour Ave cents, and fork that ere docu-
ment over
And amid a general laugh of the bystanders,
he vanished.
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ARR AGE 6UID K.
DIR. Y0UHG's POCKET EsCULAPIUs

DR.. Y0UNG'S POCKET ESCULAP1US;
Or, Every One his own Physician:
DEING OBSERVATIONS ON MARRIAGE
ID Medically and PhilOsOphically considered, as
MANHO0D'S EARLY DECLINE, with di
rections for its perfect cure. Being Confidential
Silent Friend and Private Adviser; followed by
observations on the Treatment OF Venereal Dis
eases, Gonnorrhea, Gleet, Structures, &c; Illus
trated with Cases Plates, and Diagrams, from
DIR. YOUNG'S PRIVATE PRACTICE-to be
consulted without exposure, md With assured
confidence OF success
Only IS cents. For sale by the Agent, ALEX.
ADAMSON, on Seventh st opposite Post Once.
de- 2i-3m&
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WASHINGTON CITY MUSIC STORE.
WE BEG TO ASSURE OUR NUMEROUS
w friends they will find our stock Of Music to
be the largest and most varied In this city, to
Music received every week. Also, instruction
Books for Piano, Guitar, Violin, ACCORDION. Ban
10 and Flute, Music Paper, Bows, Pegs, Rosin,
and general assortment Of NJ usical Instruments
JOHN F. ELLIS,
300 Pa avenue, bet 9th and 10th SITS
feb 2-tf
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CHAUSCEY wARRINER,
MATCHMAKER AND JEWFLER

AND DEALER IN FINE WATCHES JEW
IN ELRY and SILVERWARE, would respect
fully solicit the attention OF those who desire a
good article, TO his choice variety Of London, Ge
leva and Copenhagen WATCHES, selected with
the view Of time keeping and durable qualities,
for which a suitable guarantee will be furnished
those who purchase.
GOLD SEALS, FOB and VEST CHAINS,
FINE JEWELRY, SILVER SPOONS, COB
LET'S, CUPS, FORKS, &c, for sale at N. ork
prices.
The Chronometer, Duplex, Lever, Cylinder,
Repeating, Musical and other WATCHES re-
paired
Also, JEWELRY. &c.
No. 379 Pa. avenue, between 9th and 7th streets
Browns Hotel Building, sign Of the
GOLDEN WATCH,
ian 9-3m WASHINGTON. D. C..
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ANTHONY BUCKLY,
II N DE RT A KER,

Shop and X csidenCe No. 3O3 Penn. avenue,
sonth side, betwee n 9th and 9th sts.,
HAVING PROVIDED HIMSELF WITH
l. an ELEGANT HEARSE,
aud all necessary conveniences for szzzF 80
properly conducting his business,
would respectfully inform the public that he is
fully prepared to fl all orders entrusted to him,
at the shortest notice, and in the best manner:
A large supply Of READY-MADE COFFINS
Of all sizes, always on hand, which will be fur
nished on the most reason able terms.
AS heretofore no pains will be spared to give
entire satisfaction ON all occasions.
B-Resid ny on the premises, orders will
be promptly attended to at all hours.
fob = fv
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yJ,HE NEW BLUE BOOK, or Cover

THE NEW BLUE BOOK, or Government
Il Register 1883, just issued, giving the names,
salaries locations, &c. Of all postmasters and 9TH
er public officers and agents, civil, military, and
naval, In the service Of the United States with
the names, forces, and condition Of all ships and
vessels belonging to the United States, and when
and where built; and the names and compensa-
ton Of all printers In anv way employed by Con-
gress, or any department or officer Of the Severn
ment L octave volume, price 80 so.
Can be sent by mail to any part OF the United
States.
For sale In Washington by
TAYLOR MAURY,
feb booksellers near 9Th ST
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ESGLIsH VITA London wag-one of the
wittiest men in the English Metropolis, re-
Gently dined in company with the well known
Mr.. Wakley, the coroner. "Do you like that
wine, Wakley?" said the wag. Very good,
indeed" responded Waklsy. "Ah," said
the other, thought, a. you are coroner,
you would like it; there - BODY tR W."
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laid upon his shoulder. 1t was the hand Of
the beautiful Truey.
1t seemed O. if an angel had smiled upon
him. He lifted the child in his arms and in
paroxysm Of fondness pressed her 70 his
heart That heart felt relieved.
Bring me the Book, said he, addressing
one OF the boys.
ine BIBLE was brought-its massive covers
"ere Opened-a verse was chOsen-and a song
vi praise rose up in the midst of the desert.
IN t ue oock was closed, and for some minutes
all knelt in prayer.
neh Non Bloom again stood upon his feet.
ana looked around him, the desert seemed
once more TO rejoice and blossom as tho
Upon the human heart such is the magic
influence Of resignation and humility
SPICED NINEGAR.-In the winter of AT
while residing in New Orleans. a yontb Nh
stood about five feet eleven and three ouart,r.
In his stockings, who hailed from Somewhere
up the Wabash, was invited by a friend 10
dine ct the same house where I was boarding
This was the Hoosier's first trip away from
home, as he told his friend, who was in the
produce business, and had purchased his cargo
OF corn. As they took their seats at the table,
the youth told his friend that he expected
that he would show him all the sights OF the
town, and as he wanted to let the folks at
nome KNOW al about II.
The servant brought him a plate Of soup,
ana observing gentleman opposite put con-
siderable catsup In his dish, our Hoosier point
ed to bottle of pepper sauce, and asked what
it was
"Spiced vinegar" was the reply.
it along -
Certainly" was the answer.
The Hoosier took the bottle and commenced
dousing 1t into his soup, but as the sauce did
not flow very freely, he took out the cork, at
the same time observing TO his friend
Kinder close folks yer stoppin' with, to put
such plaguey little bole in that cork, to pre-
vent feller takin' much of that stuff
s'pose it comes high, don { it!"
During this time he had poured nearly a
wine glass full into his soup, and taking his
spoon he dipt it full, together with several
peppers and put IL into his mouth. The next
instant, he spurted the contents of his spoon
across the table into a French gentleman
bosom, and bawled-
Water. water snakes and wild cats, give
me some water. I'm all atre.''
By gar, sair," exclaimed the Frenchman
in rage, jumping up from the table, you
have spoiled my shirt, my vest, sair Spoiled
everything, sair. By gar, shall see about
this, sair."
In the meantime the Hoo.ier had sei.ed a
pitcher containing water, and he had taken a
tremendous draugbt. Setting down the pitch
er, ne eyed the Frenchman for a moment, and
then yelled
bod blast yer old shirt S'pose was goin'
to burn my innards out for you or yer shirt,
You mean cuss. Come down 10 the boat and
II give you one Of mine,'
1t was with difficulty that the Hoosier friend
could allay the Frenchman's rage, and set
matters straight again. But ever after the
"splced vinegar" was a by word, and sufficient
TO set the whole table in a roar
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CLOTHING MADE TO ORDER.

MEMBERS OF CONGRESS, CITIZENS
1vl and strangers wishing to supply themselves
with superior garments, made to order. are invited
to examine oar superior assortment of Doeskins,
Cloths, Cassimeres, silk, Satin and Velvet Vest
ings, all Of which has been selected with espe-
cial view TO the wants OF our customers, which b
we will make 10 measure In a manner infs riOr to
none, az much cheaper rates than the usual city
prices. WALL & STEPHENS,
III Pa. avenue, bet Xeen 9th and 10th streets.
Also, 39i Pa. avenue Sd door east OF the National
Hotel ian 23-
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BALLS, &c.
Printers Anniversary Ball.

r1NHE CO MMITTEE APPOINTED TO
= make the necessary arrangements respectfully
make known to their friends and the pubIic that
their Annual Ball will take place at the WASH
lNGION ASSEMBLY ROOMS, on February
Z@d, Zoo, When they assure their friends that Il
Of the sea on
The furnishing arrangement will be under the
suPerintendence OF an experienced caterer.
Gentiemen wishing Invitation cards sent to La
dies WIN hand their name', with RESIDENCES to
one OF the Executive Committee
Tickets TWO DOLLARS; admitting a gen
tleman and ladies, to be had Of any OF the com
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DAGUxRREOrYPiNG BY A LADY.

DA6UERREOTYPiNG BY LADY.
MRS. A. C.. REDMOND HAVING ADDED
IS1 to her new rooms beautiful Skylight and
engaged an Assistant Operator zone Of the best in
the Distrct) she intends not to have her Pictures
excelled, If fequalled, in the United states PIC
TURES pu up In Embossed Cases for Fifty
Cents, such as are usually sold elsewhere for one
dollar.
Particular attention paid to Copying Deguerre-
otypes, OIL Paintings, &c, &c
Mrs X solicits the patronage Of the Ladies par
ticulariy.
IL Rooms-iol Seventh street, west side, be.
tween II ana l.. jan 2l-u
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CLOCKS, WATCHES AND JEWELRY,
~ GOLD WATCHES from 500 to Sl5O
SILVER WATCHES nom SS to S35
CLOCKS from 81 25 to BIS
Watches and Jewelry at wholesale and retail,
at J. ROBINSON'S,
3l9 Pa. avenue, opposite Browns Hotel.
N, B.-Cash advances on Watches to be sold at
Auction. jan 25-lm
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GOOD INVESTMENT.

WE HAVE FOR SALE THE FOLLOW
w ing Bonds and other Securities, which will
yield the holder ten to twelve per cent on the in
vestment, viz:
Orange and Alexandria Rail Bonds
Virginia and Tennessee do
Illinois Internal Imp't Bonds Of 1877.
The above securities are unQ uestionably safe.
SWEENY, RITTENHOUSE, FAINT l. CO.,
Jan 2i-lm Bankers, 352 Pa avenue.
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ALL THE NEW BOOKS PUBLISHED

LII The Ne" BUNS tCBLiSHED
IA received and for sale, az SHILLINGTON'S
BOOKSTORE
Caspar, by the author Of ssVIde, Wide World -
The Mysterious Story Book, or the ''Good Step
Mother
Lances OF LynwCod a new Juvenile book, by the
author Of the Heir Of Redclife.
Travels, Voyages, and Adventures OF Gilbert 60
ahSad, By Peter Farley
Mimic Life, by Mrs. Richie, formerly Mrs. Mo
watt
Widow Bedott Papers
The Hunters Feast or Conversation around the
Camp Fire, by Capt. Mayne Reid, author Of
the Scalp Hunters
Ten Years among the Mall Bags
Fanny Grey, history Of life In series OF sir
beautiful figures the neatest and most delig ht-
full gift for children that we have seen.
Blank Books and Stationery OF every descrip-
tion, at the lowest prices, FOR sale at
SHILLINGTON'S
Stationery and Book Establishment, Odeon
Building cor Pa av. and ~ st. dec 31-u
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MORE NEW G0OnS

MORE NEW GOODS
John II. SMOOT, NO. 119 SOUTH SIDE
y Bridge street, near High, Georgetown, ID. G
has received an additional supply Of Fall and
Winter GOODS, making his assortment very
complete.
In his stock will be found first rate assort-
ment Of
Ladies' Dress Goods
Black MORE Antique Silks
MORE Antique Cloak and Dress Trimmings
Rich striped and MORE Antique Sash and Bonnet
Ribbons
Swiss and Cambria Bands Collars and Sleeves
Black and cold Cloths, for ClOaks
Stella, Brocha and Bay State Shawls
With a good assortment Of the best makes Elan.
nels, Blankets, and Dry Goods generally
Ny stock being desirable and cheap purchasers
will find 1t to their advantage to call before getting
fully supplied. J. h. SMOOT,
nov l3n
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RATIONAL MUSICAL CONVENTION.

NATIONAL MUSICAL CONVENTION.
FSNHE NEXT SESSION OF THE MUSICAL
Il Convention, rnder the direction Of Prof. 1. B
Woodbury., will be held at the Smithsonian In
sttute on MONDAY, the 18th day Of February,
1856, commencing at 10 O'Clock a. IN.
The Committee Of Arrangements in announc-
Ing this determination, feel assured that all who
desire improvement In the art OF Vocal Music
will avail themselves Of the opportunity Of attend
ing this Convention The extraordinary success
which attended the first Convention, held in May
last, cOnvinces us that it will make an abiding
Impression on our own community Ia favor Of the
cause and claims Of Sacred Music, and will no
less sbundantly reward all who participate there
In.
We cordially invite the lovers of music in other
cities TO be present and share with us the advan-
tages TO be- derived from this Convention. All
members Of chors, certified as such by their re-
spective pastors, and other atested delegates will
be entertained during the continuance Of the Con-
vention.
1t Is important that all persons who intend
being present as delegates will address Mr..
GLKNROY, Corresponding Secretary, who will
furnish them with all information relating to the
Convention. +. J. MAGRUDER,
F. A. TUCKER,
u. b. WARD,
Committee Of Arrangements.
fehy-aotIefah
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GIFT B0OKSTORE!

GIFT B0OKSTORE!
GENERAL SELECTION OF STANDARD
n Gift aud Miscellaneous BOOKS -GI0>
AND STATIONERY for sale az HAlHA
HILBUS'S MUSIC DEPOT, cor As11
ner Of Pa avenue and 11th street
GREAT IND UCEMENT
EVERY PURCHASER RECEIVES GIFT
Each article Is sold az the usual retail price, and
for every dollars purchase sealed envelope Is
drawn By the buyer, containing tie name Of SONS
Cir which is presented on the spot. Among the
Gifts are Gold Watches, Jewelry, Music, Fancy
and Toilet Articles, &c
HILBUS MUSIC DEPOT,
dec ST. Corner Pa av and iIth St
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3. r. HOOVER,
Boot, Shoe and Trunk

3. r. HOOVER,
Iron Hall Boot, Shoe and Trunk Establish
ment,
II HAVE THIS DAY RECEIVED FOR La
L dies, Gents, Misses, and Children's aehn
SNOW OVER SHOES, Gum Boots
Gossimer and Sandals. Also, Buckskinv
lined Shoes, double sole and water proof 49,
Boots, all Of which will sell low for cash
All In want please call and examine for YOUR
selves. =. HOOVER,
Iron Hall, bet 9th and 10th SITS. Pa. az.
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CHDbb brothers. BANKERS.

BUY AND SELL
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC EXCHANGE;
FURNISH DRAFTS
On all Parts Of United States and Europe;
COLLECT DRAFTS
On all parts Of United States and Europe;
DRAW BILLS
ON IRELAND FOR FL OR UPWARDS;
BUY AND SELL
BONDS, STOCKS, & OTHER SECURITIES;
NEGOTIATE TIME PAPER.
Investment paying 10 T. and over, for sale.
"A nd W r ANTS.
We are at all times Purchasing, and have for
Sale, LAND WARRANTS of all denomi ations
Land Warrants located In Iowa, Wisconsin, OF
Minnesota. CHUDB BROTHERS,
jan 23-d Bankers, opposite the Treasury.
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SENATOR'S, MEMBERS OF CO N6RESS,
STRANGERS,
AND CITIZENS OF WASHINGTON,
Are hereby Notified that our
GREAT SALE OF BOOKS,
AND GIVING A SPLENDID PRESENT
To each purchaser, will continue until
SATURDAY, Feb. 10th,
AND POSITIVELY NO LONGER,
NTE PROPOSE TO SELL A LARGE stock
w or Standard and Miscellaneous Literature
within that time and give to the purchasers more
than halfof the amount Of money invested in the
shape OF Elegant Presents, varying in value from
25 cents to SlU0. Our stock consists in part OF
Encyclopedia ia Americana, Ia volumes
Jeferson's Works (clOth & half calf volumes
Websters Works (Library) do
lrving's Works library and cloth) Is do
Banc: offs History U. g. do
National Encyclopedia, 6 do
English do Knights,4 do
Shakespeare in 1, 4, ors do
Waverly Novels, 81 do
Humes' Philosophical w orks,4 do
iumes' History Of England, 6 do
Macaulay's do do do
De Quincy's Works Is do
Hon. Levi Woodbnry's Works, do
Chambers Information for the People, 2 do
Clark's Commentaries, 4 do
Statesman's Manual, complete, 3 do
DR.. Ures' Dictionary,2 2 do
Ihos Dicks Works, 2 or5 do
British Essavist, do
Also, Rose Clark, Widow Bedott Papers
Crotchets and Quavers, PhBnixiana &c.
All Of which are offered for sale by the Wash
ington Book Company
III See Red Flag and Gift Book Store, under
Dexter's Hotel. feb 5-u
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| NNHE ROYAL KALENDAR FOR 1856.
| being the "Blue Book for England Ireland
Scotland and the Colonies; giving full lists of all
public functiOnaries. This day received from
| London. FRANCK TAYLOR
|
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TT'HE CONTRACTORS BoOK.-One large
q folio volume containing large colored work
Ing drawings Of tools and machines, with bills Of
timber and iron also tables and data for cost OF
earth and other works, by George Cole Civil En-
giner Price SIS. Just published.
feb2 FRANCK TAYLOR
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ssaN EXCELLENT sHAvE."-This re-
N mark was made by Mr.. Jones after trying
one Of my American Ramapo Razors Others
have said the same after using my Tally no, or a
Double Carbonized XXI. There are no tears shed
while using one Of these Razors.
q. FRANCIS,
de- n 400 Seventh st.
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BOYS WINTER CLOTHING

WE HAVE THIS DAY RECEIVED A
w large addition to usually extensive
assortment of first quality Boys and Childrens'
CLOTHING, which we will offer To our custom
eys and the public at unusually low prices.
Our stock consists IN part Of
OVER COATS and TALMAS
Fine cloth ROUNDABOUTS and JACKETS
Fine and common PANTALOONS
six Satin, and Merno VESTS
White and colored SHIRTS
UNDERSHIRTS and DRAWERS
CAPS, SUSPENDERS, HOSIERY, &c, DC.
Making our stock Of Boys and Children's
Clothing very large and complete.
WALL i STEPHENS,
322 Pa avenue, bet. 9Th and 10th street,
tanI next to Iron Hall.
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GUTTA PERCHA TEETH.
nR. u. MUNSON, AT $40 PA. AVENUE,
II is mounting Teeth on a Gutta <1A
Percba Base. Also, with Aliens pat
ent continuous Gum, combining beau -SlllID
ty, strength and cleanliness.
DR.. NJ. is determined to keep pace with every
improvementin Dentistry, and will strive TO please
and profit his patrons.
RBYERlNcB:
Rev. Dr. 6urley, Hon. Gillet,
OI. Binney, Hon. Douglas,
Hon. e. Mason, DR. II Patterson,
Hon. A q Nicholson, DR.. X Coolidge,
And the Medical Faculty Of Georgetown Col
lege. nov 23-tf
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JONAS r. LEVY,
IMP0Rr8R AND DRALRR IN
WINES, LIQUORS, CIGARS, AND FINE
GROCERIES,
General Commission 4 Forwarding II erch ant
INSURANCE AND BILL BROKER,
No 474 Pa av, two doors below u g. Hotel
WASHINGTON CITY, DC.
NB.-Country Merchants are requested to give
me call before purchasing elsewhere.
oc ally
STUART'S CANDIES.
lust RECEIVED, PER EXPRESS, ONE
y case OF Stuart's celebrated STEAM CANDY
consisting Of Sugar Plums, Vanilla Cream, and
other kinds. For sale at
M p. KINGS,
36s Vermont avenue, corner 18th and sts.
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XIIARsEK'S POCKET RGvOLVEKS.-
w Small, sure, and effective. Also, Aliens
and Colts ReyolyeTs and single barrel Pistols.
q. FRANCIS,
dec al 400 Seventh st.
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THAF q DISHES, DISH COVERS,
~ Soup Turesns, Soapstone GTiddles, Plate
Warmers, Game Roasters, Oyster Boilers, Slaw
Jan - 7th street,
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MADAME DEVOS.

MADAME DEVOS.
FROM PARIS AND NEW YORK.
MADAME DEVOS' MILLINERY HAS AR
If1 rived, and Is now opened foT inspection at
THE LAKES,
No sol PeHHyyIrdnia avesEs,
10 which the attention OF the ladies Of Washing
ton, Georgetown, &c. is respectfully Invited.
jan 4-n
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DORTE MONNAIES, CARD CASES. Ca.
L bas, Cards, Vases, &c, at 3O6 Pa ave, betw
9th and 10th sts. JOHN F. ELLIS.
ian 70
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RIBLES AND PRAYER BOOKS, IN RICH
~ Velvet, Turkey Morocco, and plain binding
Childrens' Books, the most extensive aSsort-
ment TO be found In the District
Miss Bunaley's Escaped Novice, price 81.
Harper's Magazine for January
Also, large assortment Of ivory and pearl
handle PENKNlVES, PISTOLS Of all kinds
For sale by f.. X. LUNDY,
dec 2i-u No. Ia Bridge ST., Georyetow
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1856-02-14

OPERA GLASSEs.-TBEJ LARGEST "A.
~ sortment in the city, for sale and hire.
JOHN F. ELLIS
Jan Y 300 Pa. av., bet 9th and 10th sts