The evening telegraph. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1864-1918, 1864-07-08
ATLANTIC CIrY-sEAsnN OF IsaI.

a two hours ride on the Camden and Atlanti,
Railroad takes US TO the far-tamed "Ciy by the
Sea-" Mr. John G.. Bryant is the cthclcnt aud
courteous agent Of the road, which is a complete
success already, and the ride is rendered as
pleasant as any that may he obtained by rail.
The heated term Is now settled upon MS, when
people delight 10 escape for a while the heat of
"brcks and mortar" The advertising columns
Of the papers are carefully scanned in search of
indexes pointing to the most convenient, admir-
able, and healthy places Of resort.
The seashore, during the heated term, Is always
ia order. There Is healing in the wings Of the
wind as they come huttcring from tho undulating
bosom Of the broad Atlantic. The salinous
quality Of the pure breeze inhaled, adds vigor to
the lungs, imparts a new and hoalthful glow to
the blood, strengthens the muscle Of fresh air
humanity blows rheumatic twingcs from the
framework thereof and drives disease in its
various forms away. There are always sccneslto
delight the eye and thus divert attention from
the trials, troubles, and cares of city life.
Al these, combined with healthful spirits and
pastimcs, such US carriage riding, good living
and drinking, old ale pure whisky, standard
Cognacs and Otard, sparkling champagne or
Catawba, sherry cobblers, milk punches, form
the gay hours of seashore life, and win mans
affection and love for the world we live in.
We cannot do our readers a greater favor at
this time than to give them complete directory
OF the admirable "houses of hospitality" to be
found at Atlantic City.
CoNGRBss HALL.-This house, which is fully
equal to any on the island, and stands nearest TO
the surf. is kept by G. W Hinkle and is stua ed
at the corner of Massachusetts and Pacific ave-
nues, Mr.. Hinkle Is a gentleman who, as a pub
lie purycyor, has long since inscribed his name
on the roll of fame. At least hig many friends
have done it for him. The Hall, under his
management, is one of the most agreeable and
pleasant places on the island. Mr.. Hinke is
always about, catering for the Injuries Of the sea
as well as land, to be served in that style which
cannot fail to satisfy the most luxurious taste.
| The comforts of home are as nearly reached It
this house, in connection with the luXuries OF the
| period, as is possible in the city.
UNITED STATES HorEL.-Ths celebrated rem.
| devious puts in a heavy claim upon tho public
this season. In ADDITION TO improved culinary
and other arrangements, IIlsslcr's band has been
| engaged for the summer, and will attend 10 the
| dancing hall, Sercnades &c. The beach near the
hotel is now safer and better than ever for bath
! ing purposes. The propretOrs, MeSsrs. Brown &
/ WOelpper, are the most courteous and urbluc Of
| hosts, and will do everything that may cOnduce
| to the happiness and comfort OF their guests.
ENCHANGE HOTEL George Hayday, who is
| known TO every one who is not himself WikROicH,
| is aye Jolly host" His hotel has home like
| comfort about il which cannot fail to charm the
| sCjOurncr who desires the luXures of a good
| dinner George is u pleasant every-dly man,
| such as the wayworn traveller would delight to
| meet. That genial smile he has for eryOody
| his extended hand of friendship TO welcome the
healtb.seekers as they alight from the cars aud
| his prOveTDial kindness, have won for him u fame
he may well be proud of.
| TIE CONSTITUTION HoUsE.-This frst-class
| house is kept by our well-knOwn citizen, James
| j. Barr. This gentlemen's name is identified
| with the growth and prosperity of the new city.
| He has improved his own "Constituiou" as we'll
| as the constitution of many others, who have
! submitted themselves to his treatment and care.
| He has proven to the world that even in Jersey
| good liquor can be obtained ut Philadelphia
prices He pledges himself TO make all his visitors
comfortable and happy. What more could they
| wish
COLUMBIA HoUsE.-It would be n remission
| on our part if we did not in this place introduce
| TO the notice of the reader Edward Doyle, long
| and justly celebrated as frst-class caterer. HI
has the happy mack of imparting good feeling
| TO all his customers. By atiabity, care, and
! attention to business, he has won his way T.
| popularity. Fame blows her magic trumpet tOI
| him from the house top of the Columbia as she
| smiles upon the Stars and Stripes ever floating
| there.
THE NEPTUNE This well-known house, which
is so ably conducted 10y its proprietor, Mr.. John
| SmiCk. is one of the best houses on the Island
and offers unusual facilities for the accOmmO / g.
! ton of families visiting the seaside Colnnc
| Smick, assisted by the courteous Major Fury
| have been long and favorably known as public
puveyors, and this season they will prove to thel
friends that they deserve their patronage.