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GEORGETOWN.
Coy,sspon1snos ef TRs Star.


6roassfowr. December q. 1850.
At the meeting OF our CITY Councils last eve
ming, In the Board Of Aldermen no bus,ness Of
importance was transacted - 80
In the Board Of Common Council all Of the
members were present except Mr. Dodge
A message from the Mayor with his veto of the
resolution In relation TO the canal tow-pafh wa.
laid on the table temporarily.
A Communication from Gilbert Vanderwerkep
praying reconsideration Of the resolution I'm re.
lation To him, passed at the last meeting Of the
Board, was received and laid on the table.
The petition Of A. II Pickren, in relation 10 a
mistake in the assessment Of lots belonging to
Lieut. Carter, and the petition Of Samuel Rainey,
In relation to excessive taxation imposed upon
him, were referred rEe.."
The petition OF Jos. Nicholson was taken from
the hle, and referred to the Board Of Aldermen.
The committee on grievances was discharged
from further consideration OF the petition of .
The bin Of Mr. w. II. Shirley against the Cor
poraon. for clerical services was referred 70 the
water committee
Resolutions in favor OF Taylor d Maury, Of
Gales & Seaton, Of J. F. Birch, Of n. b. wslker;
and resolution offered by Mr.. Tenney, authorir-
ing application to be made TO Congress for rer-
mis- on 10 make a subscription Of $500 900 to the
Loudoun and Hampshire Railroad were severaIly
read once, and lay over under the rule
Mt. Tenney moved a reconsideration of the
VaDderwerken resolution. ---'|
On this motion (Which was carried) and the
amendments subsequently, offered lively debate
were said; all Of which we hope 70 report at some
length in day or two. The resolution was finally
so modified as TO allow Mr. vsnderwerken TO pay
5 per cent. quarterly Of the whole debt (s3 N6Ol,
commencing on the LIST Of January next; thus Civ.
ing him FIVE years in which 70 pay the whole
The note OF $40, given by him FOR Interest due
the Corporation 70 be also paid the st Of January
The board adj ourned.
About 200 betf cattle were offered at Dtovers
Rest yesterday, and all sold to speculstors and
butchers az from So 5oa3 81 per 100 pounds gross
Those In want Of dry-gcods or fancy articles at
the most reasonable prices will do well 10 call at
the store corner Of High and Gay streets, formerly
w Hurdles: They viii find Mrs Demar TO
be an accommodating lady. She has also TOY s for
the little ones, In demand at this time
Miss Mary Thomas and Mr.. Cranden have at
their establishments as great variety OF fancy
goods, toys, &c, as can be found at the stores in
w ashington. Try them.
The very cheapest boots and shoes, Of good
quality, can be purchased at Strasburger Il Bros,
No. 50 Bridge street.
And oysters, fair, fat, and at for the daintiest
palate, may be had Of Mr.. J. v. Collins, on High
street near Gay. .r..
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TharIow Weed Csnierring with Lincoln.

SPRINeFTELD, Ill, Dec. 2o.-Thurlow Weed.
Judge Slossen, and j. III. Vsnalin, Of New York
arrived here from the East In the early morning
train Weed was closeted with Lincoln from D
O'Clock until 3 He brought his compounds
along which was the subject OF earnest discussion
IL Is said that notifications Were Insisted on by
the President elect relative 20 the recognition Of
tue right OF slavery in the Territories and that the
idea oil restoration Of geographical lines Of divi-
sion was repulSed Weed returns Fast this eve
ming. IL 10 reported that be will take the modi-
fed programme to wasLingto ton, " here IL will be
submitted TO the republican members Of Congress
He saw no one but Lincoln and few Of the lat
ter's friends.
The New York city appointments were mar
celled out during Weeds interview with Lin
coin. Moses Grinnelffs mentioned a Secretary
Of the Treasury, and Mr.. Draper as Collector
Stewards declination Of a seat IN the Cabinet In
said to have been intimated.
The news from Charleston produced ereat SEN
sa;ion In political circles. Mr. Lincoln, how
ever. received IL calmly
Tie President elect is grossly misrepresented I'm
CObbs last letter.
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THE LATEST NEWS
TEL EG RAPHIO.
SOUTH CAROLINA IN CoNyeNTIoS
FIFTH Oar.


CHARLBsToN, Dec H.-The Convention vns
opened with prayer, In the course Of which the
minister invoked God 20 unite the people Of the
South in the formation Ofa Southern Confederscy
Mr. Barnwell Rhett, chairman OF the commit.
tee to prepare an address 90 the Southern ststes
read long paper, reviewing the injuries Of South
CAfonna In connection with the Union. 10 was
made The special order Ter saturday
Judge w adlaw made made report smendi ny,
of ordinance, the constitution of the STATE Of south
carolina. Amer other proceedings the Conven-
uon Went lotto secret session excluding all but
memoefs The secret session, 10 10 rumorrd 10
win reference 20 postal matters and customs I
An ordinance, Submitted on the 10th OF Decem-
oe, oy d. r. Dunktn, was taken up. II was 90
Sc it ordained By fhs Co.ren,isa. Thst up,il
otherwlse provided, the Governor be authorized
10 appoint collectors and other oracers CONNECTED
win customs In The several ports o. south Caro-.
INA; also postlnasers; ana unit sue sppointmept
persons now charged with said offices contipue 10
discharge the same, keeping accounts of the
moneys received ard disbnrsed respectively
Several amendments were offered amoaS than
one by Mr.. Gregg, as a substitute, declaring and
ortaining that the importation OF msrc Ia be-
free aud unrestricted, and that IL IL the duty OF
the Governor to InsAe such Temporary regulations
as may be necessary concerning the entry and
clearance Of vessels, and appoint such ofacers al
may be needed. Also, 70 appoint pos,mssters
and make temporary arrangements for the tsans-
pOrtation 0: the mails. =. =
Ano.her amendment provides foe the retention
OF nited States property uatil there be anal
settlement
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South Carolina Le.i.iatsre.

CHARLESTON. Dec 22.-In the Legisl.fure yes-
terday the House adopted resolution instructng
the Military Committee to make p,oyisions for
feeding and transporting troops also for esta blish
Ing telegraphs to the principal exposed points in
state, and giving the Governor authority over all
invasion.
A resolution was made the special order for
TO-DAY authorizing Searching inquiry into the
busiaess OF the banks Of the State, with power 10
.ena persons 10 examine the banks, their books,
and transactions.
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HIN Gnlah Gnshlna

arrived here last night and remained some ave
hours, after which be departed for Washington
The rumOrs are various as 10 the nature Of his
mission here. 80
The Legislature to-day changed the name Of the
Committee on Federal Relations to Foreign Rels-
tons. A Committee was also appointed 70 style
the State flag. BE-.
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ST. LorIs, Dec. 2I.-The Democrat Of this
morning announces by authority that the Presi-
dent elect Mr.. Lincoln, has offered Hon. Edward
Bates seat in his Cabinet The latter viii accept,
and the positiaa win probably be Secretary Of the
tariOr
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READ.
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ARE SOLD AT THE PUBLISHERS PRICES.
A SPLENDID GIFT,
WORTH FROM ..-.
5OCENTs TO 800,
IS GIVEN WITH EACH BO6x.
You oan select from large and magnificent stock
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ALMOST EVERY THING
In the shape of reading matter carefully selected
and sold at regular advertised PRICES.
n sss.s q # F Esss ..--.a
Books Of Devotion.
Books for the Old Folks.
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Secession C,Iebrat,er-

MEAPKIs, Dec. 22.-Yesterday q large and en-.
thusiastit meeting here ratified the secession OF
South Carolina. A salute Of hfseen guns wa fred
were Illuminated,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

The FAIRS at Thorn's Hall and the Young
Mems Christian Association r ooms give their las
entertainments tonight. So far they have me
with abundant success, and thank their man,
friends for their encouragement and support
Those who have not attended should not mis-:
this last opportunity.
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Election Of CemmIssisners.

CHARLESTON, Dec. 2l-p. m.-The Convention
Is now taking a second ballot for the election OF
three commissioners TO proceed to w ashington
r.. w. Barnwell was elected on the first ballot
A. ). Magtath and J. l.. Orr stand the best chance
A. all
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ReJeicings NJ Mobile

NOZZLE, Dec. 21.-The city In ilIuminssed, ana
q meeting Is In progress In honor Of the secessioa
Of South Carolina. The meeting u immense ana
the widest enthusiasm prevails Some OF the
oldest men are taking the most prominent part
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FINE TuRKTEs The finest lot Of turkies we
ever saw was at r. Cunningham's this morning
He has been laying in large supply Of poultry
for the holidays. IL you want anything in the
huckstering line II will be to your interest to ex-
anime his assortment before purchasing else
where. See advertisement
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Fast Bay I'm nlasssehusetts

BosroN, Dec '22-The Governor Of Msssachu-
setts has issued proclamation Tor day Of fasting
and prayer In Conformity with the recommenda-
ton Of the President. ~fS
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ALBUMS, portfolios, and writing desks, gold
pens, purses and portemOnnaies, and everything
In the stationery line cheap at shillington's Book.
store. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

CENTER MARKET. To-day the market is
crowded, completely so inside, with all that the
present season demands Of Inarketdom; outside
and In the 2angways by anxious buyers, eager to
secure their supply for the holidays. Sales are
extremely brisk this morning, the prices differing
very little from our list Of Thursday
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

II n sIDkNcE, containing rooms. with front
balcony lafEe ssFd IN ffont and rest, onting ~
in Printing Once Square, between NORTH Capitol
and First sta. wIll be rented for per month 20
sPuactual tenant; Address, by letter or in person,
WIN. STlCkNEY, dell q
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THE ATTENTION Of ladies is called to the adver
tsemeht Of Seymour's Georgetow Fur establish
ment In another column. His stock 10 very ex
tensive, and he Is selling at panic prices. Th,
Union line Of omnibusses run past his door. Civ,
him a call.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

THERE IS NOTHING like good eating and drink
ing; and after that, fine Havana. These you can
have in excellent style and at very moderate cos
at Emrich's Restaurant, corner Of Eleventh street
and Pennsylvania avenue. ct
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Reported Capture of n Nl.y.,

NEW YORK, Dec. y 1t 10 reported here that
the war steamer Mohican (six guns) has cap-
tured another shaver on the coast Of Africa having
on board 900 negroes. II. 100
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Resignatien Of Captain h, m. N.v

NRw YORK, Dec. 22--Commodo.e Kearuey,
the second senior officer Of the T. 3. Navy, has
resigned his commission. He Is a native and
resident OF New Jersey. ----.
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Major Andersen at Fert m.uI,rte

CHARLEsToE, Dec. pa special telegram from
70 the Courier says that Major An
derson has received orders 70 surrender up Fort
Moultrie to the Constituted Authorities Of the
State in OF attack, but not 20 surrender IL
70 irresponsible parties. [Bosh.-Ed. Starl
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

GIFr Books and books for children, full OF pic
lures and charming stories, Bibles and PRAYER
books, in every style Of binding, at shillington's
Bookstore Ii
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

ORPHANS COuRT-Jkdgs PuresH-To-day the
Court was engaged in investigating the applica-
ton for admitting to probate the will OF the late
Charles l.. Coltman.
The Barney divorce case has not yet been de-
cided.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

In MAKING PREsENTs select something useful
tea or coffee urn tea set, chatting dish, cake bas-
ket card basket, castor, crum scraper, fish or pie
knife, set Of knives, forks or spoons carved bread
stand, writing desk, portmonnaie, card case,
jewel box, shell comb, hair brush, Backgammon
board, set Of dominoes, chess men, gold or silver
&c, sc all Of which you can find at Francis,
above Odd Fellows Hall, on Seventh str eet, at
the lowest panic prices.
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JAPANESE GooDs.-The well-known stock of
Macdutfs japanese goods is to be sold at auction
by McGuir & Co on Monday morning next.
All who are DESTROYS of obtaining rich and rare
Christmas presents fer their families and Others at
this season, will find this a capital opportunity,
and should avail themselves of IL.
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Riuaucial.

and decidedly better; some stock 2a3e better
Chicago and Rock Island SIX; nlinois Centr,'
shares AK; Michigan Southern 32ki NewY
Central sek; Pa Coal Co. IS; Readinr
Hudson River q. q. All Va. 6s79i Nc
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NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.,

AUCTION-AUCTION,
a CARO-Ws vOald respectfully call the atts1=
ton of and those in search Of Holiday
Presents 70 the large and elegant stock Of Chlns,
GRRRs 2T4 Perm. avenue, consisting of the tnest
and latest styles OF every thing useful and nrpa-
lie suction THIS MORNING aud EYENING and
will II without reserve daily until All are disposed
Of see I'D sestis me nc In another column.
dsp WALL q BARNARD, Aucts.
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SEE ADvERrIsEMEsr of a richly chased Col
Bracelet lost Yesterday.
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Sou,h Carelina Sovereign Csnsestisn.
CHARLxsros, Dec. 22.-The Conventicn viii
probably take reces to-day until the isfh Of
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Accident I'm South Carolina.
Camden Dec 2l.-During the secexsion cele-
bration to.dsy q cannon bsrst, and severely In
jured several persons. -------
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MARRIED.,

GAIT BRo., jewellers, have some new and
beautiful goods especially for Christmas.
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VssINN td 5sS SGs Ss s ss 4. s4s
sns e s if e osas
and A alexandria Railroad at IS miles from Alexan-
snisr " vrsinis, Containing ISao XcREs, or
be the ssSS more re- or is.s Of wn1Sh
s1S fasf In and
upon It three farm homestesds; together with my
d ddl yofs 81 ohoS. Su xoIs
milking Ind in calf COWS. aAd Lsifers.9 yeerlings
aaa ..ss + s%s .s. ao so q %
tsIkssys, gss.e ducks, hens sc; also nv GROW
sDa Sassr o and
CHOP ON HAND OF last harvest, consisting Of
'i Gssh sssSS S
Tor family Use, ana many bushels Of al wheat
saved for poultry y few 6ushOs Of garden or EnE
intending taInips, Insh potatoes sweet potatoes.
Chinese yams. bsets. carrots, psrsnips. sals.iy,
scres rented OF o 90 industrious ON shares;
MENTs on hand. iaoladins many ploas, harrows.
rollers, oultlyatois, carts, &c.,
e :nS fs9 aas5s sss aBfss
I've stoeF and provsions spoar tor ss1sss and
nodeiste family, al another harvest, so far as
the purchase Is NOT 70 include the household and
kitchen furniture, library, aad some other domes-
q iRa i1ssS
aud e Alone Tas s
.sSs e the ses 2 Ed ~ Il
| saSjset % pas@sat By lnstslnsnts. IN snsisstio
PRACTICAL farmer would End this real bargain. For
sspy t or O. e ts
:. :, :, e...!.ss'. ss.slelR :. D.! ia ss&
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TIE attention Of residents Of the Northern Lib.
critics II called to the Peoples market house, on
Ninth st between NJ and N, where all kinds OF
Meats, Poultry, Vegetables, & c., can be had al
the lowest market prices. Call I
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

TIE DOLLAR STAR for this week is now ready
for delivery. 1t is a capital number, indeed, Civ
ing perfect photograh Of all occurring at the
National Metropolis, and remarkably complete In
all its departments.
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THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY

THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY
j 49, MONTH. q g g
Or. SCHENck, of Phiiadelphia, ends il impos
sib,e TO VISIT Warrington every week. and mas
made strsnsements 70 positvely be IN the city the
third w ednesday Of every month.
He has suit Of rooms II the Avenue House,
where patients csn obtain advice free. He only
charges when 10 Ia necessary 70 make q thoFoug h
examination ofths Lungs with the Respirometor.
8. b. Waite 70 agent for sehenoRs Pglmoelc
Colds and Consumptioni Schenok's Ses Weed
Tonic, price 81 per botte for pyspeRsis; Seheneks
Rilious Complaints snd Constipation OF the Bow
e's. DR.. Seksnek you'd Do grassfal 70 thosa Wig
leave their eeftlfcstes OF cure with >. B. WAITE,
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PRIcKs TO sEIF THE TIMEs Holiday books az
one-tbird le,s than The publishers prices, com
prisng an elegant assortment Of gin books, Bibles
prayer books, hymn books, albums, children $
toy books, Cbflstmas games &c, ~ Roberts
Bookstore, s77 Seventh St, bet. l. aud u. gus
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SorRxK DANsANTE --The monthly so.rees given
by Prof Marini, athis Dancing Academy, Frank
IN naiI, may justly be reckoned among the
pleasautsst affairs Of the season. The next soiree
occurs Gu Monday evening, December -, and
will undOabtedly be s-brill!ant one. Lei
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lARykRrIsxNRSs

L. Eos TIE PLACES to bBy Holiday Presents and
ProyisiOns and all sihef sfrenss zee toor,n esi'
una Of thsrd page. wv
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A COOP MEMORY is something to be proud Of
and the ladies of Fletcher Chapel proud of the
many mindful friends now visiting their fest val
which is being held at 27i Seventh street, be-
tween l. and M. Don't forget them to- night
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

MARKET PILFKRING. George Mack was ar,
rested this morning for stealing partridges in the
Centre Market. Policeman Tanning carried him
before Justice Dom who held him to bail for 1ia
at court.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

POLICE MATTERS Before Justice CMH.-F.
u this cor poration which forbids the vending OF
alcoholic beverages In quantities large OF small
without hest taking out license 80 to do. The
Justice heard the evidence, which rather more
Mr. b was required to pay HAe OF sac and costs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

TEE NATIONAL FLAG-Tbe "stars and stripes"
have been displayed over many Of the establish
ments and dwellings Of our citizens for weeks
past This morning not a few were added to the
number in various parts Of the city. The font
of the franklin engine-hoase Is literally covered
with Tags and over several extensive establish
nents, az MeClelland's foundry and machine
shop, Skirying's and WOOdward's stove manu-
factoCies, In the Immediate vicinity Of this Office,
the dag Of the Unlon is displayed, we notice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1860-12-22

WITNESSES SHOULD APPEAR WHEN SUMMONED
Yesterday, young man named Mannyhan or
Monaghan, was brought out for trial at the Gen.
trail Guardhouse, having been arrested by war
rant charging him with simple assault and bat
terry on one Dennis O'Brian. No witnesses ap-
pearing for the prosecution in the time allowed
the justice at the station waited reasonable time
Tor them to appear, and leaving, gave orders for
his discharge In case no evidence should be pre-
sented within certain time. Before the time
expired the father Of the prisoner appeared, and
gave bait for the further hearing Of his son day
Last night, one Of the witnesses who failed to
note from DR.. Richards certifying that o. b rians
skull being fractured, he could not be out of dan
ger Tor several days. The justice then gave the
witness lecture upon his neglect TO attend at the
time and furnish the evidence required The
witness tried to throw the blame on an other wit
ness, but the justice held that the whole were to
blame for not appearing. Steps to secure the &C
cused were immediately taken last night.
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mAhh1ED.
On the 18th instant. by the Rev. Mr.. MoCauley,
C. L.. CONRAD and Miss r. w PARKER,
dang hter of NJ. II. Parker, Esq, all of this city.
(Bat. Sun. & LoudOUD co., Va, papers coPy)
. On the 10th instant, by the Rev. Mr.. Cassidy: Mr..
CHARLES H. HAYS % Miss MARGARET 4.
BROWN, both of Washington.
DIED, ..
On the 2lst instant, of pneumonia, ANN ELlZ-
ABETH, daughter of Edward and Elizabeth Will
hanson, aged 10 months and Is days.
The frIeuds and acquaIntances Of the family are
respee fully invited attend her funeral from her
parents residence corner Of and Ilth streets,
Sunday, u pm.
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FOR SALE AND RENT.

(Foy otAsr 90 For SaIs Gnd RsAt" adctrttssplssts,
as first page
STORE ON SEVENTH ST. FOR RENT
- The Store opposite the east portico Of Patent
Office, at present occupied as tailoring estab ish-
ment.i Possession given on LIST January; Inqu re
Of BATES BRO. deal ST
NOR RENTuA two-story BRICK EOUsE,
L No. If4 b street, between ID and 50 sta, con,
tanning rooms, II Is one square east OF the City
and desirable neighborhood Apply to WIN. w.
BERTH, corner of Third st. and Indianaay.
de asst s-..-s PSI. -
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HABEAs CoRPUs.-A writ Of habeas corpus was
lsUed by the Hon. Judge Merrick against Richard
n. Darne, Of Georgetown, TO test the legality Of
the holding Of negro boy, about 10 years old
for the writ The hearing Of the petition was had
yesterday by Judge MeSriek In chambers, Mr..
Walter s. Cox appearing for the petitioner, and
Mr. p. w Jones FOR the respondent, Darne. After
the hearing, the boy was remanded TO the custody
Of bis MASTER 10 serve out the term Of his linden
lures Of Apprenticeship.
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THIEVES ABour-Within the week we hav
mentioned the taxing Of various articles Of value
supposed 70 be stolen, In searches made by the de
tsctive frm Of Allen 4 Co. Within three day
Mr.. Allen has been called upon by over forty per
sons who have lost watches similar 70 that frs
described; and the inquIrers for jewelry an
clothing have been equally as numerous. Thi
rush Of nq uirers seems TO indicate that larcenie
OF watches and jewelry have been very frequer
Of late In this city.