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A RESOLUTION instructing the Recorder {

A RESOLUTION instructing the Recorder 90
appear In sundry suits
Resolred By the Board Of Aldermen aad Board Of
COMMON CosncI Of tte CoTPoratsoa Of Georyesoscn,
That the Recorder BE-, aaIssbe is hereby, author
ized and requested to appear for and defend
Of this District-Lewfs Mackan vs. Henry Addi-
son, Henry Brewer, Edward j. Shoemaker and
James Gsritz, and Hugh Caperton ". Henry
Addison and others.
Approved, December ., 1859.
A RESOLUTION i'm favor OF VIM. A. King.
Resolred BY the Board Of Aldermen and Board Of
That permission is hereby granted to VIM. A .
King TO use the frame rack in front of his store,
No. l45 Bridge street, for the purpose OF hanging
mp game. poultry. &C.. the location OF said rack
pass under the same, and on the extreme outer
line of the footwsy.
Approved, Dece ember 3, 1859.
4 RESOLUTION authorizing the Clerk 20 have
printed the report OF the Guardians Of the
Conmon Coancil Of the Corporation If Georysto,ca.
That the Clerk be. and he Is hereby. directed TO
have two hundred and fifty copies OF the report
OF the Guardians of the Public Schools printed
for the use OF the citizens of the town.
Approved, December Il, 1853.
A RESOLUTION in favor of Garity & Williams.
Resolred BY the Board If AIdsrmea and Board of
Common Council Of ue Corporation Of G.orJetotcs,
That the Clerk furnish TO Garity & Williams
the obligations Of this Corporation, % hear in
terest at six per cent. per annum, f,oT work fin
ished on Stoddart street, between High and
Valley streets, as per Commissioner final esti-
mate, apportioning 20 James Garity S2SS.55
and to Robert Williams afa5i9 Also for york
on Road street, between Montgomery and Green
streets, AZ certified by Street Commissioner. an
portioning TO James Garity S230.Jo, and TO Rob
ert Williams Sl92si, first deducting Of anvil an
payments on account Of any of said work or
other claims against said parties, or either of
them; the said obligations TO be given at the
discretion of the Clerk, for such amounts and
on such terms as will enable him to paw them at
maturity. tApproved, December IL, 1st9.
RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayer 10 sell l..
y. Hazel the stalls he now occupies in the
Market-House.
Resolred by the Board Of Aldermen and Board Of
Common Council Of tie Cooperation Of Georgetopn
That the Mayor be, and he is hereby, authorized
TO sell 10 l.. Il. Hazel the stalls he now occuries
as a butcher in the Town Market, on the same
terms and time the stalls sold for i'm April. 1869
allowing said Hazel deduction for the amount
he paid as a premium ON said stalls in April
last Irorided, The deferred payments be con-
sidered as secured upon the stalls, and on con-
dtion that the stalls sold shall be repossessed
by the Corporation in case default shall be made
IN the payment of either Of the notes to be given
by the said l.. Z. Hazel at the time of the per
fection of the sale, and subject an annual rent
of $40 each; and provided the said Hazel shall
comply with the aforementioned terms of sale
within ten days after the approval OF this resolu-
ton. [Approved, December II. 1869.
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ID 0 Q 5
WASHINGTON ASSOCIATION FOR THE IMPROVE
MENT OF THE CONDITION OF THE Poor,
OHoe Gentrdt AGENT oOTap of EUth and T. stS.,
Washtagton, ID. C., December %, ls61.
Sealed Proposals will be received at this Office
until II m January B. 1870, for the delivery of the
following named supplies in such quantities may
from time to time during said month be ordered
viz
Ten tons Red Ash Coal,
Five cords dry Oak Wood,
Two cords dry Pine Wood,
Twelve thousand loayes Wheat Bread.
A. X. BROWNE,
lie "a st General Agent
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Boys CLOTHINS.-A full assortment can be
found at coax Hall" 40 9Th street, opposite
Post Office. ISls6
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,. IBs soEsp oEAsszs IND MANASSAS TRAIN ,iue At
Manassas yesterday At p. IN. failed 10 eonrsct
With the Orange and Alexandra road in ronse
suenee Of distractions on the track eansed -
a sank OF earth falling IN south OF Manassas
Jhe orange train arrived ~ the NarxJaDd
AveHue Depot At the usual hour, and an y oelacL
sne delayed Train arrived, bringing sixty pas
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RELIEF OF THE POOR-Last evening, a public
meeting of the PIOvident Aid Society was held
AZ the First Presbyterian Church, Az street.
Hon Peter Parker opened the meeting with a
few introductory remarks; after which, Mr.. A.
n Browne, the general agent, spoke of the
amount OF suffering already existing. Mr.. A. -.
SOlomons, treasurer. stated that he had received
since his last report S11. as follows From Mr.
Geo. T. Baker, %; cash, Al; j. f. Fitch, Sl5
and Daniel Smith, $50. Mr.. Browne said the
subscription books for the canyassing commit
tee would be ready in a few days. Mr.. A. Hart
ON behalf OF the Washington Ssengerbund
handed 20 the president a check for nine hun
dred and five dollars, the result of the enter
tainment at Lincoln Hall on the 14th instant
Rev. >. Tustin said il afforded him the greatest
satisfaction to bear testimony to the aOOd will of
the Washington Sengerbund, and offered reso-
lutions OF thanks to the Washington Sanger-
bund, and Mrs. +. StOsch and Mrs r. DroOp;
also, 20 Prof. Berkert and Prof. Collins who as
sisted at the concert; which resolutions were
unanimously adopted. The meeting was adj
dressed by Rev. Mr.. Tustn, who made a feeling
appeal to the audience for contributions Mr.
Simon Wolf followed, and concluded by sub
<cribinc a., ~" President. Hon. Peter Par
her. also subscribed SIS. A. "'' 80, ana a
lady. as Mr.. Clinton Lloyd, A. 8. Sop,...lss.
and Rev. :. Tustin were appointed to make ar
rangements for holding meetings weekly here
after. Adjourned.
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DDvnR HAru

We have just received a large assortment of
Mems, Youths and Boys Clothing.
Those that wish TO get the value of their money
will do well by calling at Odeon Hall, 40 Penn
sylvania avenue, corner 4 \ street. 3
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WASHINGTON CITY SAVINGS BANK, (char
tered by Congress- corner Of 9TH street and
Louisiana avenue, pays interest on deposits. Jos.
b. Bryan President, j. A. Ruff Treasurer.
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THE CHRIsrMAs VIsIToR.-This weekly il an
nOunced elsewhere for publication on Saturday
morning brim full Of literary good things. 1t is
q sheeial Christma as number.
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Of Carpets for Offices and bedrooms These
carpets are warranted to give satisfaction.
ADAMsoN's, SOC Ninth street.
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4AsoEtc RLkcTJoN.-At the annual mee,tn,
or New Jerusalem Lodge No. 8, +. A. A NJ
Ae|d last might, The following officers were elect
ss 70 serve the ensuing ycsr II. III. Jochum
Triah Hurst, Secretary; N. Guluaen, Treasure
Evening star., 1869-12-24
CITY ITEMS.

BEAUTIFUL PRESENTS for the New Year, gem
uine Merchaum Pipes, which am selling below
cost, at Frank Finleys, +52 1th street, near +
street,
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WINES. LIQUORS Of all descriptions 10 suit the
most fastidious. Also, the choicest brands OF
Segars, purchased expressly for the holidays,
at Frank Finley's, &32 18th street, near T.
street. ;
Evening star., 1869-12-24

OFFICER WILLIAMS, who was injured from
the assault made on him last week by David
Shea, is reported little easier this morning,
but be is still in a critical condition.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

THE RICHARD WALLACE who was confirmed
by the Senate as Second Lieutenant in the Ma
rine Corps is a son Of Major Z. p. Wallach, of
this city, Paymastef in the U. s. Navy.
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- A gentleman who walks ON the ceiling,
sient population of Boston.
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ANOTHER SERIOUS AND PRoBABLY F.rr
SoAL Oil ACCIDEST-Yesterday morning
Willie, SON OF Mr.. Purdy, residing on l. street,
bsfveen 18th and 18th, attempted TO blow out a
soal OIL lamp, when it exploded, and the barn
lng mud spreading over his clothes he was burnt
an horrible manner before help could reach
are de,.ng everything 10 save his lfe. with hut
sAan hopes, however. "-'- '1'
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THE SERVICE in the Catholic churches Christ.
mas morning, will be at the usual hours, for
Sundays and holidays with the exception OF the
early solemn high mass, which will be at 8
O'Clock, a.. IN.
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CHILDREN's OvERCoATs at "Oak Hail." 46O
'th street, opposite Post Office. 12,1s,6
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BETTER THAN FOREIGN PoRr-Speer,s Port
Grape Wine is better than imported Port, and
since the adulteration OF the latter il must take
rs place It is pure and really excellent and
health givng.-Troy Times.
Our druggists have some direct from Mr.
Speer. WSS
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TIE Police BOAED-At a meeting of thc
ponce commissioners yesterday, the followir 9
business was transacted: E. III. Paelsn, George
aaI, anu William A. Roderick were appointed
AZ members OF the force. The foIlowin1 ad,l;-
lonal prlvates were appointed for duty AT the
treasury department.: W. &. Hill, George -.
rrinee, William Williams, G. p. Bush, Johh ".
Hartman. James G. Calhoun, George b. Bur
Sess, Walter Baker, James REYNOLDS. II. r
Treyies, W. B. Williamson. The following
priyates were ordered TO he commissioned: w
A p. Cooper, Il. VI. Sullivan. Wm. G. Shimo-
neck. William H. White, Wm. e.. Edelin,, T.
=. Frazer. and James r. Collins Private
David Kent was dropped from the force, with
to>e OF payf from date Of suspension. The follow
ing applications for liquor license were disap-
proved; John Thomas, Thomas Flynn. John
Davidson, John Flanagan and Brereton, James
T. Clark, Mrs. L. A. Pollard and Thomas
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hEEP THE BALL hoLLING-As George Rauer
does at the Metropolitan Bowling saloon. on ~
between 10th and 1ith streets. George i a ci.ver
fellow, and keeps a live pIaee. with a. lever we,
attendance The 90 most fastidious'' can thor
resort without ever witnessing the slightest d..
order. The location is central and the ALLEYS
are the hnest In the District. Call and vile
away an hour or two during tn, ('hris,mas
holidays.
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Morro-"Quiek Sales and Small Proft..,

MOTTO-"Quiek Sales and Small Profts.o
just having opened an immense stock of new
Goods, of which we will dispose of as quick as
possible, We will sell Goods now cheaper than
a splendid article, all Linen Bosoms, and Cuffs
so and 1928. Good Merino Undershirts and
Drawers 30, 60, and 75c.; an excellent article 81
and S1.25. Good Cotton Socks, pairs for 25c.
Gloves, Gloves, Gloves, an immense stock of all
kinds and at all prices. Excellent Paper Col
lars, cloth lined button holes, 10c. per box. Knit
Jackets, splendid variety. The finest selection
of Neck Ties, Scarfs and Bows ever seen in this
city. Come one, come all, and everybody will
be satisfied. FRANC s. GOLDMAN,
Marble Hall,
No. 45S 7th ST., opp. Patent Office, and
n,6,2: No. SIC 7th St, between ID & SITS.
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LOCAL NEWS.


Morrow.
NATIONAL THEATRE.-The Christmas panto-
mime; "Jack and the Bean Stalk" tonight
and to-morrov afternoon and evening.
Walls OPKRA HOUsE--Wild, Barney and
Macs Minstrels tonight and tomorrow after
noon and evening.
UNION LEAGUE HALL--Masonic Levee by
Meridian Lodge, No. s, T. and A. A. Y. NJ, to-
slght-
WHITEHCRsT GALLERY-MammOth Illumi-
mated War Views, &c, and Grand Colored Pan
Drama OF the Life of Christ, every afternoon and
evening during the holidays.
DAILY EXCURSION to Mount Vernon, on the
steamer Arrow, at 10 a. m.
SMITH & STRoNG's ART GALLERY, 2i5 F
street.
MARKRITER's ART GALLERY, iS6 7th street.
BARLow's ART GALLERY, 20 Pennsylvania
aveBue.
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The Law TO BE TEsTRD-On Wednesday.
ymcer barkley arrested Joseph Bowers, men,
Ser Of the Capitol Police on the charge OF selling
butter without license, and Justice Schmidt
hned hlm IS, which he refused to pay. with a
sew ol oeihg committed To the orkhouse and
ease before the court. He was therefore com.
nitssi 10 the wOrkhouse, and Mr. Y nsu;aI
Immediately took measures to obtain a wit of
habeas corpus. "iA' VI
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meeting last evening a. Union League Hall
h1or morse In the chair, Mr.. Casey Secretary
Nhen resolution was adopted referring to the
~ S~hhI NATION oy the Senate of the nomination of
Lieutenant Richard wallach as a eomman,I;no
omcer OF the United States MTrine service. and
protesting against the issue of commission no
any person IN the military or naval service Of
the United States who rendered aid or service to
the rebel army As this action Of the Union
seems TO be based on a misapprehension, it is
nue IN yusuce TO worthy young man to state
mat Richard Wallach, Jr., confirmed as a SEE
ond lieutenant of the Marine Corps, as we stated
day before yesterday, is not the son OF Chas. s.
Waliach, Esq. OF this city, as errOneously pub
lshed. but of Paymaster {. p. Wallach, t. s.
NJ The Union was then addressed by T. s.
AtLee, IN behalf of the soldiers and sailors
holding civic positions under the Government
Adjourned.
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JHE THEATERs--The ClodOche troupe OF
grotesque dancers appear now in the panto-
mime OF "Jeck and the Beanstalk," at the
National, and their performances add greatly
10 the attractlyeness of the entertainment. Their
carlcatuTe of the caI-can is one of the most
Iaughable scenes imaginable. The machinery
is now working smoothly, and everything prom
lses season Of unprecedented success. Besides
the usual evening performances this and To-
morrow evenings, there will be a matinee to-
morrow.
Tonight SLittle Mac" who has afforded so
much enjoyment at Wallis Opera House, BY his
excellent comicalities, is to take a benefit, and
should be greeted with a crowded house. As
we have before said, the vocalization ard in
suumentation OF this troupe is superior. To-
morrow afternoon a matinee performance will
be given for the ladies and children. The en-
iertalnment tomorrow evening will close the
engagement of the troupe in this city.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

IHE MErRoPoLIrAE Police FoRCr were ves-
month or December, I'VE ''e
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REAL ESTATE SALE.-JOshua Whitney & Co.,
real estate brokers, have sold for John B. Clark,
Jr., the northern part Of lot ., square 454,
fronting IS feet inches on 9Th street, between
G and ii, improved by three-story and base
ment brick dwelling, for $1,000.
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LIMITED STATES PATENT OFFICE,
~ WASHINGTON, December Is. 1869.
On the petition Of AZEL s. LYMAN, of New
York, y. Y, praying for the extension Of a patent
granted to him the 25th day of March, s56, for
Improvement in method Of Cooling and Nentilating
Rooms, &c:
1t is ordered that the testimony in the case be
closed on the 22d day of February next; that the
time for filing arguments and the Examiners report
be limited to the 4th day of March next, and that
said petition be heard the 9th day OF March
next. Any person may oppose this extension.
lie 2i-Iaw3w comrnissfoner or Patsnr-
LIMITED STATES PATENT OFFICE.
~ WASHINGTON, u. G.. December D lS,1
On the petition of CYRUS ROBERTS, OF Three
Rivers, Mich and JOH N cox, of Newhope. Penn,
praying for the extension of a patent granted 10
them the 18th day Of March, 1856, for an improve
ment i'm Grain Separators:
Ii is ordered that the testimony in the case be
closed the I'd day of February next that the time
for filing arguments and the Examiner report be
limited to the 4th day of March next, and that
said petition be heard the 9Th day Of March next
Any person may oppose this extension.
SAMUEL =. FISHER,
de24 1aw3w Commissioner of Patents -
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CoRNs, &c.-Dr. White, Surgeon ChIropodist,
OF twelve years practical experience in the
United States and Canadas, previous to being es-
tablished at "a Pennsylvania avenue, between
~ and 9th streets, Dec. 18th, 1861, successfully
treats Corns, Bunions, Chilblains, Club and In,
growing Nails, and other diseases of the Feet.
without pain or Inconvenience to the patient
The shoe can be worn with ease immediately
after the operation. Refers to the MANY emit
nent physicians, surgeons and thousands of other
responsible persons who patronize his establish
ment. Hours from a. m. to p. m. Owing to
press OF business at office. DIR. White is unable
to visit patients at their residences except be-
tween and 81. m
CHILDREN's GARIBALDI's at soak Hail." 400
9TH street, opposite Post Office. 12,1S,6
WILCOX & GIBBS SEWING MACHINE, pro-
nOunced the simplest and noiseless machine in
the world, can now be bought on easy terms at
the Agency, c. Baum's Hoopskirt and Corset
Factory, 315 9TH street, between ID andE 12,S
GENTLENEN's OvERCoATs are selling at very
low prices at soak Hail." AGO eth street, oppo-
site Post Office.
12,1s,6 BARBOUR & Co., PrOprietors.
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FIRE-Last night, about 11X O'Clock, an
lamp having exploded in the house of Mr.. How
ell, corner of 5th street east and South Carolina
avenue, Navy-yard. Mr.. Howell was badly
burnt in the face and hands by the fluid. The
engines were out promptly and the flames were
soon extinguished. The damage being slight.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

THE MECHANICS CoSvENTIoN.-The House
Carpenters Association held meeting at Wills
II AL last evening, at which they declared in
iavor Of the Mechanics Convention to be held
IN washington on the 18th of January next
me society elected General A. NJ. Winn an
honorary mehber, and elected three delegates
ana three alternates to represent them in the
Cl aries W. Grimes and II. Is. Man.iiav. .l,ar''
nales, Thomas Barr, j. ". Howard and M. c.
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ANCIENT ORDER OFGOoD FELLows--Laste eve
ing Groom Encampment No. q \. q. c. F., did
not receive visit from ID. c. r. Jesse j. Groom.
Philadelphia, as was expected, but instead of Mr.
Groom sent beautiful colored photograph of
nsmself set IN an elaborate frame surmounted
by an eagle holding a scroll, ON the sides of
which are crossed flags and below a tent and the
links OF the order. This was presented through
r G NJ keese, who made an interesting adj
dress and other addresses were delivered by
Aessrs. >. Edmondson, Frank f. Grant, w. A
n Bradley and j. i. Ford The encampment
tnen ADJOURNED TO the saloon of VIM. Helmus
where a sumptuOus entertainment was spread
and me time passed in tOasts, speeches, songs
&c, for several hours. The portrait is on ex-
hlbitlon at Aarkriter's store, No. 4s0x Seventh
street.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

PREsENTATIoNs.-Yester the pages of the
House OF Representatives, through Franklin
Buxton, with a massive silver coffee urn, and
the Assistant DOOrkeeper, Mr.. John BOYD, a
silver cake dish. Col. X. Irwin. of the Indian
fine diamond pin from his fellow clerks, through
Major j. j. Knox. The pupils OF Everett Insti-
tute tnear Mekendree ChapeD yesterday after
noon presented, through Master 4. Shreve,
beautifully bound copy Of the Scriptures.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

A CHRISTMAS GIFT.-We would call the at
tention Of our friends to the fact that no more
mas gift can be made than one Of those Weed
Family Fayorite Sewing Machines, for sale on
monthly installments Of ten dollars at 52I 18th
street, (Silverberg's fancy store,) near Pennsyl.
vania avenue.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

THE WASHINGTON TEMPERANCE SOCIETY
met last evening at Temperance Hall, Z street,
Mr.. o. X. Harris, president, in the chair. A
constitution was reported by committee, under
which the society becomes beneficial, but does
not lose its temperance character or efforts for
signing the pledge and observing the bylaws Of
the society for three months, become active
members OF the society, and be entitled to its
benefits. Young men and women over the age
of fourteen years, and Of good moral character
mr. q eiipil.la for nae
Evening star., 1869-12-24

CHR1sTNAs TREEs--Edward Brown, cOlOred
AND Duncan Z. Lynn were arrested by Officer
.. T.; Bean, OF the county, on q warrant issued
~ Justice Clark, charged with committing
by looping on the branches OF cedar trees. JUS
nee Clark, after q hearing Of the case, nned
mem both IS each, in view Of the fact that they
maximum fine in such cases is $50, or imprisOn-
ment M IN jail sixty days, under act approved June
Evening star., 1869-12-24

ACCIDENT.-Yesterday afternoon, as Thomas
Gaddes, August Grass, and Samuel Rabbit were
enployed in shingling the roof of the new Ken
dali Mission Church, corner OF Fifth and p
gave way, carrying them down to one below H.
which also broke away, carrying them down to
another stage at the caves of the house; II also
breaking loose, let all down to the ground to-
gether, distance of seventy feet, but strange
% say, no bones were broken. All three of the
men were, however, more or less bruised and
M. adde's received q severe sprain in the ankle
which may con6ne him at home for some time
Evening star., 1869-12-24

KELLY & Icons MINISTRIES open at Wallis
Opera House next Monday, with their full
troupe. Both Kelly and Leon, who have recent
ly returned from Europe, will make their ap-
pearance. They will therefore be enabled to
present, in all there completeness, the bur
Ie>ques OF the Grand Duchess, La Belle Helene
Orpheus, Somnambula, La Trovatore, and other
operas, for which the company has become fa-
nous As these burlesques are not the mere
ace OF buffoonery which some troupes palm off
zs comic versions Of opera, but really give, in
excellent style the most popular music of Offen-
Dachs and Nerdi's masterpieces, they attract
Inii houses and large portion of the music
one should fail to see them during their STAY in
Washington.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

CHILDREN's GAgIBALDI's at soak Hail." 400
9TH street, opposite Post Office. 12,ls,6
Evening star., 1869-12-24

EVERYBODY should see the mammoth illumi-
mated war views, and the grand cOlored pano-
rama OF the life of Christ, on exhibition every
afternoon and evening during the HOLIDAYS at
the Whitehurst Gallery, 424-6 Pennsylvania ave-
nue., between M and 9Th streets. This is Ger
tainly one Of the most interesting, as well as
appropriate, entertainments offered to the pub
lie for the festival season.
Evening star., 1869-12-24

The sixth WARD IRISH REPUBLICAN AssO-
CIATIoN met last evening; Mr.. Andrew Neville
in the chair, and Mr.. Charles McGOwan secre-
tary pro TEN. Resolutions rendering thanks to
Rear Admiral John A. Dahlgren, cOmmandant
OF the Navy Yard, for the issuance of the order
directing the payment of the hands up to the
I'D instant, were adopted. Mr.. z. III. Donegan,
president of the Central Irish Republican AssO-
citation, then addressed the meeting at some
length, after which it adjourned