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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

A SINGULAR CaARGE-Larccny Of a House.
yesterday Thos. Riley was before Justice
Walter on the singular charge of the larceny
of house belongin g to Mr. Goodrich. 1t ap-
peaTed that Riley, with his wife, occupied q
house belonging to Goodrich near Kendall
Green, which was IN the street, and the latter
received notice from the Commissioner of the
OurhW 8, q TO remove the building, W hich was
portable frame Yesterday morning Riley
took the responsibility OF executing the orders
OF the Commissioner, and loaded 1t on wag-
on which was started towards Camp Berry.
Goodrich received information OF the intsn-
ton of Riley and made complaint TO Lieut..
Eckloff ofthe Fourth Ward, urging him to send
AT officer Us speedily as possible because be
risht get IL all away. Officer u. NJ. Felt was
dispatched with Mr. Goodrich, and on going
to The place found he site Of the building stlll
there but the house had disappeared, The Of
fcer got on The trail OF 8 wagon and following
il up overlook 1t near the toll gate ana arrested
Riley, W no with the team and the house was
brought 70 The Station, but before entering on
a trial the parties compromised, Riley paying
ali costs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

POLICE CHANGEs.-This morning, Major
Richards, Superintendent of Police, ordered
the following changes, TO take effect at S a. m.
on M onday Lie ut. W. S. Hurley, from fourth
precinct (FiIst Ward) to sixth precinct, Third
WardD Lient. G. M. Skippon, from sixth pre-
cinct to fourth precinct; Serg't W. H. Steward,
from fourth to sixth precinct: Serg't S. W. Tay-
lor, (recently of the sanitary company, and
missal of John T. Shied,) assigned to duty in
the fourth precinct private S. 3. Clements,
transferred from seventh precinct to sanitary
tiers: private Elias Oliver, new appointment
assigned TO seventh precinct, in place of Glen.
ents, transferred to sanitary.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

REAL Estate SALxs-hfesars. araan l.
Williams, yesterday sold part OF lot q. I'm su B
eiyisssn Of square No $50. improved win
nelts, the properly fronting on lndians sre-
nue. between Sd and Az streets, 70 John J.
Iohp son tor Sll,003. - =
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

The attention OF business men Is called to
the advertisement else where OF IN exc client
and centrally located business staUd for rent
on easy terms. The store Is well arras ged.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

MARTYRS TO CARELEssNEsS.-If all the
teeth that have been ruined by neglect could
be strung together, they would reach thrice
round the world. There may have been some
excuse for this havoc in days gone by, when
there was no absolute safeguard against den
tai decay in existence, but there is no apology
for it now. Fragrant SozodOnt, the world re-
nowned antlseptic dentifrice, as certainly pro.
tects the teeth against decay. as oil prevents
steel from rusting or water arrests the pro-
gress OF fire. go
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

PURE L1QUoRs.-An those who use liquors
from choice or under medical advice, should
obtain those which are ure. as nothing is more
dpleterlous than many Of the drugs which are
used IL The adultera1iOn of alcoholic stiuu-
laDts. That pure whiskey Is recognized by
some of the most eminent medical practition-
ers as one OF the best TONES is we'll known, but
if drugged, il is more or less hurtful. The only
chase Of some we'll known respectable dealer,
whose word can be relied on. Such ar one is
our well known fellow -cltlzen T.. Gautier,
maker OF the sNative Wine Bltters." He ad-
yertIses in the Star to-day 600 barrels OF Whis-
key at wholesale and retail prices 20 to 25 per
cent less per gallon Than the same qualities
can be purchased in any OF the Northern or
Middle STATES. The G. Gautier Cabinet brand
is the finest Rye Whiskey manufactured. The
Family Nectar "Old extra Monongahela
Rye" and the we'll known "R ush Run Bour.
bon are all offered by him At 81 less per gal.
len than the US ual prices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

MINIsTERIAL.-Rsv ". II. d. Harper, OF
Easton, Nd mas been appointed to Biadens.
burg circuit, Prince Georges county, undsr
the auspices OF the Methodist EpiscopaI
Church South Mr. Harper goes as preacher
IN charge.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

a CAPITAL ENTRETAINMRsT is anticipated
at the third ANIMAL Pic mic ana Festival of the
seventh Street Passenger Railroad Relief AS.
ISOLATION at the Seventh Street Park, Thurs
day, Septem Der l2th- The Festival will EN- ..
brace the popular features Of the Schuetzen.
TEST, with pole elm hing. shooting, pig asinr
&c, IL viii undoubtedly prove q very attrae.
live affair. ~V 'rIFT-f0>
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

TIE FRET.-Dr. White, Chiropodist, 424
Pennsylvania avenue, between Four-and.a-
halfand Sixth streets removes Corns, Bunions,
Bad Nails. &C., without pain. Office hours
from g. m. to p. m
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

PRICE LIST Of Francs Gents Furnishing
Goods, q94 9TH street, between ID and E. three
doors above Odd Fellows Hall:
Gray's Collars. Is cents per box; Imitation
Linen Collars, IS cents per box: Goldsmith
Byrons Collars, Is cents per box; good Cot
ton half hose, 10 cents per pair; Best English
half hose, 50 cents per pair: good heavy Meri-
no Undershrts, 75c.. 9Gc and 81; good heavy
Merlno Drawers, sc, 90c. and 81: good White
Shirts, S1.25 and Sl.50 g No. White Shirt:
IL
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

PKRsoNAL.-Dr. Ghas. K. Broken, Grand
Sachem OF 1. o. K. NJ, CT the State OF Virgin
ia, is at Bunker's hotel. Hon. Amasa Golf, OF
w isconsin. is al the SeatOn House.
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PIC MICS, EXCURSIONS, &c.

FIRST GRAND PIC-N MIC
EAST WASHINGTON JoURNEYMEN
BAKERS
will take place al
JUENEMANN'S PLEASURE GARDEN
Corner +th and SITS, Capitol Hill,
MONDAY, Sept o, 1857.
Dancing to commence at 4 y. m.
Two Pound Cakes. richly ornamental. will h.
presented to the two best lady walters
Tickets FIFTY CENTS. admitting a genttam.S
and ladies.
Committee-Wm. Woods. =, Hughes, J Deaf, J
Hughes. Fred. Reip, Wm L Lamb. It.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

AFoTHHR DEFEAT PoR THE "HArMAKeRs.'
The Unions, OF Lansiugburg New York,
VINO were defeated by the Nationals, OF this
CITY, rev days ago, after close contest
were oetsated In Philadelphia Yesterday by
the Athletics, OF that city, by score Of A. to S,
In nine innings -, - ~,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

WASTING POTOMAC WATER.-Three men,
named Charles Gardner, H. 5. Sweasy and T.
II. Spear, We're yesterday arraigned before
Justice Bates upon the charge Of wasting Po-
tomac water, and were fined - each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

ORPHANS COURT, Judge PurceN.-To. day.
the will of the late Edwin Green was fully
proven. He bequeaths to his nephew, Stephen
A. Green, OF Alexandra, Daniel McFarlan,
and VIM. r. Mattingly, in trust, certain
real estate for the sole use and benefit Of
his two daughters. Mary G. and Julia Isabel
Green, apart from their husbands, should they
marry. The residue is bequeathed to his wife
Sarah. and after her death to be divided equally
among the children. To his sister he gives an
annuity Of 5000.
The will of John Reed. deceased, was filed
and partially proven. He directs that all his
effects be sold. except his wearing apparel
which he bequeaths 10 his son, John James
Reed. of Jefferson county. Na.,) and his just
debs be paid, with $50 TO his friend Gibson
Brown, ana the remainder to h is son above
named and his cousin. Susan More, to be
equally divided. and appoints Gibson Brown
his executor.
Letters of administration were issued to H.
H. Foss, On the estate of Lucy A. ' oss; bond
$500,
Charles Smith was appointed guardian ts the
orphans Of Charles Henry Rodier. deceased;
bond $500.
The counsel argued the case Of the will Of the
late Samuel DeVaughn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

BAe1 BALL--Th Pioneers, OF Alexandria,
play the Jefferson Club, OF this city, this eve !.
nings at o'clock, on the gro unds OF the latter.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

TO JAZZ, Adam jackson, arraisnad before
Justice alter, Charged via thsas, wes Gem.
United BY him TO jail.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

WARTS, MoLEs. VASCULAR ExCREsEScEs,
&c, cured by Dr. White, ChirOpOdist, 42+
Pennsylvania avenue, between Eour-a
half and Sixth streets.
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CITY ITEMS,

THE wARLIKE Moor, Othello. is come on shore;
he got his clothes from Henning's One Price
Store
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

hFPRAY BETW RRN GIRO { g MEN.-Last night,
2 difficulty occurred III this city between
Charles Wilson and Harry McLay. riders in
Castello's Circus and Menagerie, (Which is
expected to reach here to. morrow during the
progress Of which the latter drew pistol and
discharged one barrel o. it at Wilson. The
load took effect in his arm. and inflicted a
serious flesh wound. besides scaling a small
fragment OF bone II appears that the par ties
have been at variance for some time. and
McLay has frequently threatened the life of
Wilson. This morning Wilson obtained q
versary, which he took possession Of himself,
stating that he preferred making the arrest,
because he believed NO one else could find
him. AT last accounts the return had not been
N ade, and the offender was still at large
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

WHOSE Is TT?-This morning, about five
q eoiored boy named Richard Reardon, carry
ing about rs pounds OF fine white sugar on his
shoulder, and on questioning him was told
that II was salt. The boy, with the sugar, was
taken to police headquarters, where he was
locked up until the officers can find the owner
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

To THE WoRKHoUsK.-T. G.. Clark and
Mary Nutrell were brought Justice Walter
yesterday, charged with being Migrants, and
together with Jane Murphy, brought before
the same Justice upon tt e charge of fnebra-
ton and disorderly conduct, were committed
to the wOrkhCuSe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

PROPOSALS FOR GkADISG. &C.-At noon
To-Day Proposals were opened in the MAYORS
office for grading aud gravsilinE Sd street v est
from New York avenue to New Jersey ave.
nue., les than square. There were twelve
bids Ia, as follows: p. Murphy, 70 cent for
grading, tnr graveiiing Thomas Joyce, l9
.; Wm. B.bngton, 70, o: J Kelly, II. 2 s.
Cook. Il, ); Owen Daily, Il, 6; E. p. Walsh
1917; r. farquhar, II 4, 8; II ugh McGinniss,
Is, J Jonn Quilting, Is, s G.. w. EsIn, 25, To-
Ambush j. Brown, 49,. Tue last nsmed ar
colored men, the first, we believe, who have
made q BID for Corporation work The bids
We're ret FRED to the Surveyor TO calculate
" no is the 10 " est bidder.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

TIE BALTIMORE AND POTOMAC RAIL.
EoAD-Cheeriao P-ssrects.-The annual meet.
ing OF the stockholders OF the baltimore and
Potomac Railroad was held in Upper Mari
borough on Wednesday, the 4th instant, in
pursuance of the call Of the President OF the
Company. The meeting was we'll attended,
and nearly all the stock which has been sub.
scribed was represented in person or by proxy.
The President, Col. Oden Bowie. read his
annual report. which recounted the diff cuities
with which the road had to encounter, stated
the progress which had been made in the
various surveys and the location Of the road,
and closed with the gratifying intelligence
that, during the present month. the road would
be located from Upper Marlborough to the
crossing of the Annapolis and Elk Ridge Rail
road, and from the Junction OF the Branch
Road to Washington as far as the District line.
After the conclusion OF the reading Of the re-
port, the friends OF the work were further
assured of its Immediate and vigorous prose-
cution by letter which had Just been received
from Col. Webb, the Chief Engineer, enclosing
the advertisement for sealed proposals tor the
grading OF the road.
The Prince Georpian says:-"Most Of the old
members OF the Board were reelected Col.
Oden Bowie. and Messrs. Samuel Cox, OF
Charles county, William D. Bowie. Daniel
Clarke, f. g. W. Hall, of Prince Georges
county, E,I J. Henkle, OF Anne Arundle coun-
ty, and James q. Clarke, Of Baltimore county,
compose the Board for the ensuing year
Messrs. Henkle and Clarke, the new members
are warm friends Of the road They were
both members of the last legislature and did
tue IOdu eIViCc NIL CIdIht Aas udU
al extensive experience in the management of
the railroad interests Of the country, ana will
bring mu ch practical information 10 the dis
charge of his duties as Director.
After the adjournment of the meeting, the
Board OF Directors were convened. when Col.
Bowie was UT animously reelected President
The Board in thus re-electing aim only carried
out the unanimous voice of our people. who
recognize 10 the style and vigorous tone Of his
Annual Report, 4 fresh claim npon their
united and hearty support in the future prose-
cution of the work ... l.-.
The meeting adjourned in spirit of harmo.
ny, and impressed with renewed assurance
that the road, in Its entire length to the Poto-
mae River. will be vigorously pushed on to
completion
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

. UEsTION.-How can Franc afford to sell
Gents Furnishing Goods cheaper than any
store of this city
Answer.-He buys ALL his goods for cash
sells more of them-and is satisfied with smaller
profits.
Call at 494 eth street, between ID and E, three
doors above Odd Fellows Hail. 1851:
WRAPPING PAPkE FOR SALR.-Apply at the
Star office.
PENNIES can be had in any quantities at the
Star Office counter.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

BOGUs ATTEMPT AT SUICIDE Yesterday, a
woman named Ada Turner. formerly OF Bal
timore, went 20 the Navy Yard to see her lover,
and had some words with him, and being
some what under the influence OF liquor. and
the interview, it is supposed. not having been
pleasant, she went 10 the wharf apd Jumped
Oft. She was rescued by some Of the men, and
special oficer @. w. OKey took her in charge
and carried her to the sth precinct stauoa,
where she expressed wish to 60 10 the work.
house. and justice Tucker was about to com.
NIT her, but male friend paid her fine Of SIS
and took her away with him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

L GRAND CONDENSATION PICNIC n
Following well known Clubs: f..Ka
WASHINGTON S0CIALS,
INDEPENDENT SOCIALS,
ISLAND S0CIALS,
MONUMENTAL CLUB,
YOUNG UNITED CLUB,
LONE STAR CLUB,
GOOD INTENT Assoc IATrh,
HONG KONG ASSOCIATIONS
FRIENDSHIP CLUE, Ns.l.
WASHINGTON CITY GARDENS,
Ga New Y ork avenue. between lst and I'd streets.
On MONDAl, SEPT. 9TH. 1867
The members of each epsrate Club pledge them
selves t. make this OF the grsndest affairs eysr
offered to the Washington and Georgetown public
Dancing TO commence at 2li o'clock.
Tickets: FIFTY CENTS, admitting Gentlemsc
and Ladies'. au % lot
II J. RUSSELL DANCING ACADEMY wiz
IL. open WEDNESDAY. September n
Days of tuition. We,ir esdays and FRIDAYS
Ladies, Misses, and Masters in the after
noon; gentlemen at night. the n. 4. corner o.
1lth street anu Pa. avenue. 2-tf
NJARINI'S DANCING ACADEMY-Profess,
Il MARINI'S Glasses will commence on
Monday. September I'D For particulars
see Circulars, to be had at the Music Stores.
OF at the Academy, E street between 9Th -
and 10th. au}I Ina
DROF KREIS' DANCING ACADEMY PennA
L ave, opposite Metropolitan Hotel Ladies'.
Misses and Masters, Tuesday and Saturday after
from to O'Clock. Gentlemen, Tuesday
and Friday evenings, from to III clock. The haia
can be rented for Balls, Soirees. &c. my I1-ly
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

SERIOUS ACCIDENT.-Mr White, an en-.
ployee of the Government Printing Office,
was, on Tuesday last. very seriously injured
He has but one leg having lost his other in the
remaining foot, crushing it very badly, but
under the careful attendance OF Dr. a. W.
Blake he is IN q fair way to recover, and will
probably be out in eight or ten days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

THE RIVER FRONT, SEPT. 7. 1874 perfect
calm prevails along the Potomac to-day,
though the brisk seutheas.ward winds Of yes
day afforded fine opportunity Tor vessels in
Hsrres's WIa-f.-Arriyed Schooner f..
English, Syvbell. Philadelphia, coal, for Har-
Carriers observation-disclosures Mar.
ner. Cook, Chappawamsick Greek, Va, with
lumber, for f. 5. Blitz; Father Son, Nc.
Ready, Norfolk, lumber and shingles, for F.
Mohun. Sailed-Schooner Jacob Birdsall,
Harzelton, Georgetown, to load with coal, for
an Eastern port
Ri y's Whorf-Arrived -Sehrs Armenia
coal. for H. Jones; Six Sons, Dixon, wood, for
Columbus Essler. Sailed-Schooner A. S.
Percy. Poulson, tor Georgetown. 10 load with
iron, for PhiIadelphia
Bearse, Bearse, Boston. ice for the W shin ton
and Georgetown Ice Company; II. A. Tyler,
Tyler, and J. A. Baker. Philadelphia, each
with $50 tons coal to the Washington and
Georgetown Ice Company; Merchant, Bietsell,
from White Point, with gravel for market.
Saiied-schoeners Conrad Fox, Montgomery,
and Western Branch, with manure; Harry
Lansaie, Weldner. for Georgetown, to load
with coal for New York. .r..-. ....
CToach'S OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Arctic,
ogden. New York, plaster and cement for
Washington merchants, b: n. Fox, VAIN
wright, Norfolk. with 10000 feet OF lumber, and
brown stone for agriC uitural building. Sailed,
schr. Imogene, Posey, for Persimmon Point,
light.
Siztb street -schooners War
WhCop, Burk. Baltimore. wood for market:
Elias Moore, Degroot. New York, lumber for
Evans & Go.
The following is list Of the arrivals and de-.
partures Of vessels at the Eastern Branch from
the 4th to the 9th instant:
GREEN'S Wharf -Arrived-Schrs Agnes Ann.
Miller, with wood and white sand for market:
Sarah Ellen, Shannon, pine wood for market;
John +. Spedden Herbert, lumber for T. E.
Clark Orator, Tongue, with pine wood for
market; Alkaline. Bennett, with pine wood for
market Baltimore Belle, Boyes, with pine
wood for market.
Guinond's Whnrf.-Arrived -Schrs. A. F.
kendberg. Thomas, with 500 tons curling stone:
Protector, Ashton, with pine wood for K. Lam
bell; Pawgussett, NAPLES. with 375 tons coal
for VIM. Gulnana; sloop Mary Louisa, Curtis,
with pine WOOD for Guinand.
Williams Jollg's Who7f.-ATrived-Schr
Samuel MARS, Rally: pine wood for market.
Mary Ann. Westcott, 2QN tons of coal for VIM
II. Barbour Sallie. Bowie. pine wood tor
market. Departures--Schrs. Elite, Wolford,
Georgetown to load with mill feed and iron,
for Philadelphia; Isabel, Grager. light Sarah
Ellen, Shannon, light. q. W. Dobbin, TAFT,
bricks for Manticoke river Peryade. Ching,
light; Tropic, Banks; Sarah Levinia, Murdoch;
Salle, Bowie.
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A GoOD TIME CoMING.-The Sc venth street
Passenger Railway Relief Association will
give their third grand annual picnic at 7th-
stIeeI Park on Thursday next, 18th instant,
(the al niversary OF the battle at n orth Point,
and a fine time will be enjoyed by all who at
tend. The X. Rs are q clever set OF young
men. whose many friends will give them q
bumper, and ii is needless to say that the
affair will be well conducted. Besides the
usual sports, there will be sack racing, pig
chasing, prize shooting, &c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

POLICE SUMMARY.-The whole number Of
arrests made by the police yesterday was IS:
the amount OF fines imposed was S222.75.
The busine SIS was distributed among the differ
ent precincts as follows Second, . arrests,
no fines; Third, L. arrests, fines $1,000; Fourth,
arrests, fines 81 Fifth, 13 arrests. fines $50 IS;
Sixth, 10 arrests, fines SIS Seventh, 20 ar
rests, fines $40; Eighth, 13 arrests, fines S5i;
Tenth, arrests. fines Sl2.
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SEVENTH STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
This handsome and pleasantly located church
ed'fice has had no regular pastor since the
withdrawal OF Rev. Mr.. Campbell. but steps
will soon be taken by the congregation to fill
the vacancy. In the meantime. services Will
be held there by various preachers Of ability.
At ii a m. to- morrow. Rev. Mr.. Myrick, of
Pennsylvania, will preach. and in the evening
at ~ O'Clock Rev. Mr. Van Doren will preach,
ard. by appointment of the Presbytery OF the
Potomac. will declare the pulpit vacant
There will probably be large attendance OF
members and friends Of the church At these in.
teresting services.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

HALLOwELL's FEMALE SEMINARY-It is not
generally known here that this successful in
stItution for The education of girls,-which Sc
long nourished in Alexandria, Va before the
war-has been reopened near this city. under
The name Of the 'Fultord Female Seminary, ;,
To those acquainted with Mr. HalIowei,'s
training, THIS announcement is enough 10 MI
the limited number alIo wed to enter the sc hool
at each session. We paid q visit to the estab.
lishment not long since, and found excellent
building improvement Is In progress; a good IL.
brary, and complete philosophical apparatus
arranged SO as TO ADD additional facilities 10
the instructors well known care and thor
oUghness. In nftsen years con yersauce With
II, we never heard from those who mad sent
their daughters, anything but the hig hest graft.
fication There is an advertisement in smother
Colnmn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1867-09-07

WEIGHTS We. MRAsURE.-Some one 10 ad.
yocating the selling Of eggs by weight. No
fairer mode OF disposiDg OF them could be de-
vised. either for farmer, seller or cons umer.
like reform should be instituted in the mat.
ter OF selling vegetables and fruit. In Cali
fornia. where potatoes average two to the
bus bel. they and other vegetables are sold by
weight. as are also berries and larger fruit.
Grapes, we believe, are every where sold by
the pound.