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The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

A New BooK-AsoTuER OBSTACLE IN THE
PATH OF DIFFICULTY. - Poor DR.. Mary
Walker seems fated TO meet with difficulties.
Yesterday she entered the Interior Depart
ment and commenced canvasslng the PEN
sion Office for q new book which she pro-
poses to write, under the attractive title of
"Pure Love and Sacred Marrlage;" price
81; but the ungallant messengers soon In
formed her that such canvassing was Ia d.
rect violation Of the rules OF the Department
unless sanctioned by permit from the
Secretary. Not to be thwarted In that way,
the persistent Doctor made sortio upon
Judge Otto, but word was returned by the
messenger that the Judge was too busy to
see her.
Tho Doctor thinking that perhaps her
fame as an ofiice-seeker had gone before her
and that the Judge was unwilling or afraid
to encounter her, said to the messenger,
"Tell him am not after an office, but upon
business connected with the Department.
The messenger regretted exceedingly, but
the Judges orders against presenting an ap-
plicatlon a second time wero imperative,
and no could not take In her card second
time.
From thence she went TO tho sccretary's
Office, but met the assurance that "the
Secretary saw no ono after IL o'clock"
Failing TO secure permission to prosecute
her commendable labors the fair Doctor was
compelled to acknowledge herself van
qulshed for the time, but we suppose she
will renew the attack under more favorable
circumstances, and we sincerely hope with
better success. To those who have ex.
pressed their sympathy for the Doctor In
her trials an opportunity Is now presented to
give their sympathy a tangible form, and
they should not be backward In subscribing
for the new book. Tho Doctor has had ex-
perience In both branches Of tho subject on
which she treats, and We have no doubt she
will do the subject Justice.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

COSvALEsCEsT.-Rev. John Mentally, pas
tor OF St. Stephens church, who has been
dangerously Ill for several weeks past, Is
now convalescont and expects to leave for
the White sulphur Springs to-day. During
his absence Rev. Father Young, ofSt. Domi.
nick's church, will have charge of the
parish.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

The YACHT RAcE.-Tho proposition OF
Mr.. sheckell, who offers purse to the win
ner Of the race between the yachts owned
hereabouts, has had the effect Of causing
several owners to entor their craft for the
contest on the 9th Of the coming month.
The entries, as made yesterday, were the
yachts Witch OF the Wave, Dolphin, Little
Ella and Fry.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

AFFAIRS AT THE NAVY YARD.-Upwards
Of thirty workmen were discharged from the
ordnance department at the navy yard, on
Saturday. This discharge was necessitated
by the small appropriations made by Con-
gress at Its last session, and IL 10 supposed
that discharges will shortly be made In other
departments. Capt. T. II. Patterson, execu-
tive officer Of the yard, has obtained leave Of
absence for two months. The duties Of the
Office will be performed by Commander John
l.. Davis during his absence.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

A YoUNG THIEF.-John Thomas, q COL
ored youth, was arrested by Sergeant Stuart,
Of the Fifth precinct, yesterday, on the
charge OF stealinga gold watch and chain
from Mrs. Sarah Brown, who resides at the
corner OF d street and Temperance alley.
He was sent to Jail for court.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

ASSIGNMENT or MAdIsTRATEs.-The police
magistrates appointed at the last meeting Of
the board Of police have been assigned: Ed.
ward c. Weaver, Fourth precinct, First
ward, vice Morsell, resigned; W. II. Chase,
Seventh precinct, Fourth ward, vice Z. L.
Schmidt, transferred TO Eighth precinct,
Firth and Sixth wards, and part OF the
county. II Is said that Samuel NJ. Pearson
will be assigned to tho First precinct.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

THE APPROACHING ScuUKrzES Fest
Our citizens are looking forward with n
good deal Of interest to the approaching
grand schuetzen Fest Of the Washington
Schuetzen Vercin, which commences at the
new Park, Seventh street road, on next
Monday. The committees appointed by the
Verein to make the necessary arrangements
have entered on their work with the most
commendable energy, and are confident that
everything will be In readiness Mt the proper
time. Delegations from the associations Of
New York and Baltimore have thus early
promised to be present, and representatives
of associations In other cities arc expected.
With such features the fest can be no other
than a brilliant success, financially and
otherwise.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

ARRESTED ON BENCH WARRAsTs.-Jamos
Baylor and Page Baylor, two colored youths,
were arrested by Officer McDonald, on bench
warrants issued by Judge Cartier, and turned
over 10 the Marshal OF tho District.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

COMMITTED TO JAIL.-Saturday afternoon,
Justice Walter committed Richard Round
tree, painter, to Jail, TO answer the charge
OF obtaining money from George W. Riggs
and others under false pretences.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

BASE BALL--OLraPIC VS.. UsIoS.-Therc
viii be social game between tho above
clubs, on the grounds Of the latter, (Monu-
ment Lott this afternoon at four o'clock.
rms Is the hrst appearance of the Olymplcs
be expected.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

Mr.. NJ. I. FEsToN succeeds the firm Of
Fenton d Martin, which has been dissolved
by mutual consent.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

A oRRTIFIoATE OF tax sale has been Loaf,
and notice Is given Of an application for a
duplicate.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

JoHN Il. ARRisoN, the popular real estate
agent, on Capitol Hill, offers one Of those
three story brick houses on street, between
Pennsylvania avenue and First street east,
for rent.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

DEATH or Mr.. BgSzISGER.-It Ia with
regret we announce the death Of Mr.. Ber-
nard Benzingcr, who met with an accident
on Friday afternoon last In Georgetown, by
which he had to sub nit to the amputatlon
of an arm.
Mr.. b. was one Of our most successful
and well-known butchers, and by Ills nm.
right dealing had won hosts OF friends.
From loss Of blood and general prostitution,
Mr.. b. died at Providence Hospital at I2l5
O'Clock yesterday morning. Deceased was
aged about 81 years, and was native of
Mannheim, the capital Of Baden. lie was an
Odd Fellow, and belonged to the schuotzon
Association, and will be buried this after
noon, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence,
Z street, between Four-and "a half and Sixth,
and the interment will take place at the He
brew Cemetery, In Unlontown,
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

The ANNUAL ELECTION OF directors Of the
r9tomac Insurance Company, Georgetown,
wiII be held next Monday. Polls open from
ten TO two o'clock.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

An INTEREST In wholesale and retail
grocery is advertised In our columns,
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27
Hero Is one moro matter OF fact:

WAsnis0Tos. ID. c., July ~. 1870,
the different personagcs in the "grand case"
or rather suit against your worthy reporter,
Is very fine; but notice the best are those
which represent your reporter when writing
the article, and also when he heard Of the
arrest.
IL you or any ono elso will turn the paper
up-the wrong way-you can discover diff
ferent representation Of your reporter than
when the paper Ia the right way. You will
confer a favor upon one Of your subscribers
by calling tho attention In Mondays Issue to
that fact, for Ii Is all so good that no one
should lose even ono lota Of its worth and
richness.
remain, respectfully, A SUBSCRIBER.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

=, THERE IS TO ne A GRAND PICNIC at the
Howard University grounds, under the aus.
pices OF the Brothers aud Sisters Of Love
and charity. Every effort will be used to
make this one Of the best of the aeason
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

AoKNowLBDGMEsT.-The Jury In the Min
nie Gaines case has addressed tho following
letter to Marshal sharpi
WAsHIE1ToN, July d, 1850.
DR.. alexander Sharp, United SiGics Marshal,
Huntington, d. e.:
Sir; The undersigned, members ofthe Jury
In tho case Of the United States vs.. Minnie
Gaines, recently tried for murder In the
Criminal Court of this District, desire to
express to you our heartfelt thanks for your
kind attention to us during this wcarlsomc
trial. Witness our signatures In our own
proper hands, the statements OF some re-
porter for the press TO the contrary notwth-
standing. Patrick Boland, Hubert Harris,
John A. Gray, Robert J. Nicholson, John
II. Clark, Charles Humphreys, David Fisher,
Jumes Reed, Leonard c. Bailey, William
Dixon and Henry Larmen.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

HEPURCELL-SuEruERD LIBEL SUIT; WHAT
THE PUBLIC sAr.-wo have received letters
In relation to the Purcell. Shepherd libel suit,
and purpose to publish them as showing
what the public say. Here is one which Is
put up In u rather amusing manner, and
which we publish ~rbdtim ct iiterdtWh:
Editor eftac Natural RspMblic-sIK BeIn a
friend Of Juge Peercell's-and havin no
other paper friend to take his part, have
(like his counsel) volunteered to ackt for
him. In the first place, Mister Editor Ma
tural Republic, think you have takin a
stand against the Judge that Is about rite.
That Is The folks who reeds your paper
thinks SO, And as every body who reeds your
Mr.. -eproves of Mr.. shcep-hards Article and
thinks he was rite. / don't think juery can
be impelled who can fnd In there hearts to
convince Mr.. Sheppard OF wilful exposin
the honorable Juge. I do not happen TO be
on speakin intimacy with the juge or Mr.
Sheep hord. Althow presume 10 offer my
consultation to the Jugo and the prosecuted,
the same as the laryrs have offered their
services. And in the end-all can aud do
ask is that justice TO bottle parties 10 rem
dercd by the j. P.-that is.-discharge the
defendant and let the Juge go to - Bla-
densburgh and believe his self after this,
and learn to don't insult the ladies.
"ExPRBssIOS.r
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

AT RoBERr BoYD's NASuTAcroRr, 40
Ninth street, everything necessary for the
repair OF stoves, ranges, &c. A call at Ills
establishment may save the purchase OF a
new stove.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

COMMENCED DUTY.-Capt. W. G. Brock,
the newly appointed inspector of the police
force, entered upon his duty yesterday morn.
ing, relieving Mr.. B. NJ. Reed, who took pos
session Of the desk vacated by Capt. Brock.
Is. Peters, esd, also commenced his duty
yesterday as clerk 10 the ma or and superln-
tendent
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

pointed Messrs. williams and Beall as the
committee on the part Of this Board.
Mr.. Williams introduced bill regulating
the erection and repair Of buildings In the
city OF Washington. Referred 10 a special
committee, consisting Of Messrs. Williams,
Gaines, Tinncy, Browne, johnson, Burgess
and Pardon.
Mr.. Hall introduced bill 10 pay the cor.
tingent expenses Of tho assessors oflico.
Referred.
Mr.. Hall, from tho Committee OF Ways
and Means, reported bill to provide for
the construction Of a bridge across the CO
nal, at Sixth street west. Passed.
Tho bill TO reimburse Con. o. o. Howard
from Third to Fifteenth streets east, and for
houses In square No. 1854, was passed.
Tho bill for numbering aud designating
bulldlngsupon streets, avenues and alleys
In this city was ordered TO DO printed.
Mr.. Mcknight, from the Committee on
Claims, reported bill for tho relief Of Jas.
Liverpool. Passed.
Mr.. Taylor introduced bill 10 build .
culyert on l. street north, at the intersection
OF Twenty.frst street west. Referred.
Mr.. Taylor, from the Committee on I'm.
provemcnts, reported bill 10 remove the
cistern and pump at the corner Of Virginia
"Nchuc huu btCOuu btTtct chttt supply
a deficiency for grading and gravellng First
street cast, between d street south and New
Jersey avenue; bill 70 set curbstoues, &C.,
on the west side Of Ninth strect cast, be.
tween D street south and East Capitol
street; bill to pave an alley In square 37b; "a
set the curbstones, &C., on the east side oil
Twcnty-fourth street west, between II and
streets north; bill to set tho curbstoues, &c.,
on the north eide Of r street north, between
tho curbstones, &C., on the south side Of q
street south, between Seventh and Ninth
streets wcst bill TO set the curbstoncs, &c.,
on tho north side Of square No. 454; bill To
grade and gravel Fifth street east, between
ii aud / streets north. Passed.
On motion Of Mr.. Browne, the Board sd-
journed.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

GEORGETOWN MoRTUARY REPoRT.-Dur-
Ing the month OF June there were "a Inter
ments made In Georgetown, l2 of which
were males. The causes OF death were as
follows Consumption, 8; Inflammation of
bowels, 81 inhammationiof brain, 81 rubeola,
perltonitls, Il bronchitis, Il cholera In.
under ten years, 10j between ten and twenty.
a between twenty aud forty, q between
sixty and seyenty,2.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

Tue COAX HALL" clothing still carries
the day as to style and finish, while the
material is Of the best quality. A visit to
the establishment will prove the above as
sertion. No. 400 Seventh stroot, opposite tho
Post Ofllco.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

TESTIMONIALS TO WASHINGTON ENTER
PRIsE.-Mcssrs. Ioughton Il Plyer are In
receipt OF number Of lcttors bearing testi-
mony to tho superior quality Of che fertilizers
prepared by the above firm at their extensive
mills at q street wharf. b. T. Swart, ESQ.,,
Of the Lcvy Court, says these fertilizers arc
equal, II not superior, 10 tho best Peruvian
guano, and will tako pleasure to show the
effect Of II. & P.'s fertilizers to any vlsitlng
his extensive farm, near Brightwood, d. q.
Mr.. James Il. Bcsant, Of Point Of Rocks,
Md, bears similar testimony, and says In
future no shall not DO without those propara-
lions. This speaks well for Washington
enterprise.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

ANEW LINE OF STAGES between Washing
ton, Georgetown, Oak Hill and Tennally
town commences running to-day. Tho fares
patronage. For the establishment of this
llnc Messrs. King & Keyes certainly deserve
the thanks Of tho public.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

THE WAsuISoroS CIrY DIsPHNsARr,
northwest corner Of Seventh and N streets,
conducted by Drs. l.. NJ. Taylor and <. W.
Latimcr, has proved perfect success. Nedl-
cal advice and surgical operations FREQ of
charge to the poor. Office hours from to
10 a. m. and 5to Up. m. Prescriptions care
fully compounded. \
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

On inotion az iha piniStI,T nv Ri,h.rd u...t,,,
ton esq, hor solicitor, 1t lie ordered that the de-
iondant cause his Appearance TO be entered herein
after this datej otherwise the cause will be pro.
ooeded with as IN case Of default,
true copy-Test. r. J, MEIas,
jy7-2awiw' CIerk
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

Tuis IS TO oIvH NOTICE 10 all persons
having goods deposited at Princes loan
office, and Interest unpaid for sir months, to
call at once II they wish to save their articles.
No. 277 Pennsylvania avenue,
Between Tenth and Eleventh ats.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

REORGANIZATION Sunday evening burg
lar effected an entrance into the residence Of
Nj, Harrison, between Third and Four-and-
a-half streets, but his movements were dis
make of with anything. As soon as the
alarm was sounded tho thief hastily got
away. ~
Early yesterday morning burglars gained
access to the premises of Mrs. White, at the
corner Of Eighth aud street, and we're so
silent In their movements as TO make oil
with the clothing Of young Mr.. White, son
OF the landlady. These, with key of white
lead, were all the spoils with which they de-
camped. Th6first announcement made Of
the then was the outcries OF the youth whom
no discovered the loss of bis clothing.
The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1869-07-27

DEDICATION or THE FRANKLIN School
HopsE;LTho special committee appointed
a. the last meeting OF the board OF School
LIST day OF September, for the dedlcatory cere.
monies OF the new Franklin school build.
Ing, corner Of Thirteenth and X streets. The
exercises will commence at p. IN. on that
day, and will! be Of highly interesting
nature. Mr. Ballantyne, the agent of the
Boston Manufacturer, Mr.. shattuck, has
been advised Of the shipment Of the firni-
ture, which the building will be In readiness
TO receive by the time OF It's arrival.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15
TAMES w. MALLS,

TAMES w. MALLS,
SUCCESSOR TO j. w. MALLS & co.,
ALEXANDRIA, VA,
Having purchased the entire stock OF the late
firm, at the old stand,
NO. 1877, KING STREET,
l invite those who have so literally p.atronized
them, and the public generally, to give me q
cali Having large stock on hand, am pre-
pared to sell as cheap as can be bought in the
State. My stock consists of Hardware, Cutlery,
Carpenters Tools Doors, Sash, Blinds, Door
and Window Frames, Brackets Mouldings,
Bslqsters of different patterns, and Newell
Glass, double and single thick, of all sizes.
Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Paint and White Wash
Brushes Lewis Pure White Lead, and ether
brands Of fine quality, Putty, Turpentine and
Machine Oil. Also, Lime. of superior quality,
Cement, CalciDed Plaster, Pitch and Felt ttr
Roofing, &c. A large stock of Pugh's celebra-
ted Car Augers, and other articles found in first
class Builders Furnishing establishments:
All orders for Lumber, Brick and all kinds
of Building Material promptly attended to
Terms cash. ap I'll
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15
THE GAZETTE.
FRIDAY EVENING, JANUARY Is.
winter OF the Mind.

Should winter linger unconfn'd,
And nature wear its sombre cham
Spring shall the letters soon uRoinu'
And nature al revive again.
But the lone winter of the mindib ain
Wears still q more enduring f ned
And the bowed spirit thus con ara;n
No Spring shall e'er revive "s'''
Spring comes again bps where beTsh are they
We used to greet t the eIi' we're VelsI "s sv@s
When all were happy re and s fast @f reason
snr;no comes again. but some are far,
Far heyond the trackless ocean,
And some are not, but some there are [tion.
Who'ye changed the course of their devo'
Spring comes again, but mem RVS eye
Will sadly rest ON things of yore
Till hope and thought and feeling die,
And this frail tenement is no more.
Prince William Co., Va. A. l.. w.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15

HARD WORDS. A very learned man said
The three hardest words in the English Ian
guage are, / was mistaken : ~
Frederick the Great wrote to the Council, Il
have Just lost great battle, and it was entirely
my own fault" Goldsmith says, This con
fession displayed more greatness than all his
victories ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15
DRY GOODS.
LEAP DRESS GOODS.

NHEAP DRESS GOODS.
We have this day opened some OF t. cheap.
est and prettyest Dress Goods we have yet hna
this season. We name in part
All wool Surges, al colors.
Plain and Plaid pure Irish Poplins, st nearF
half what they would have cost earlier IN Tic
season.
Magdela Mixtures.
Silk and Wool Bar&.hcas.
Colored Velveteens for Suits, &c.
Call and see them before they arc all sold
dec WILMER " SLAYMAKER.
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EDUCATIONAL.
NERMAN AND FRENCH CLASSES.

The Rev. JOHN NJ. BRANDT, b. D., late
Professor Of the Hebrew Language Theology
and Moral Philosophy Of the Western Mary
land College, having settled in Alexandria, CT
chance for the study of tho German and French
Languages. lie proposes to open private classes
for ladies and gentlemen at the scnool room OF
the lst Lutheran Church, whore he will teach
these languages. Ladies classes from to .
o'clock D. m Gentlemen's classes from TO 10
o'clock p m Ladies and Gentlemen wishing
to avail themselves Of the opportunity will
please call at the above stated hours at the ln-
theran School, No. l6f King st. Respectfully,
JOHN NJ. BRANDT,
oc 2G-tf Minister First Lutheran Church
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15
FAXCYGOoDs, MILLINERY. sc.

r AIDES TAKE NOTICE.
Ii | would call your attention g, my assort-
ment of Linen and other goods. have Linen
Collars from 8 to Is cts. Linen Cuffs 30 and 80
cts beautiful embroidered sets fer 5 and l25.
Best Grenadne Wells, all colors, hemmed 5 ;
Linen Lawn 81. per yard; Valenciennes; kdg-
ing and Insertings Lace Tides. different pat
terms, for IS and 80 cts. Lace Collars so cts. -.
All Of which will be found of the best quality
Of MRS. c. l.. SIMPSONS,
nov % No. l25 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15

ERENCH DRESSING FOR LADIES
Z AND CHILDREN'S BOOTS s. SHOES
The French Dressing is the most elegant ar
ticle of the kind ever produced. Ladies S!oes
which have become red and rough by wGarhg'
are restored to their original color and lustTo
1t will not harden the leather, nor crack; Tor
sale by WAKEFIELD u Hal,
dec cor. Prince ana i slrIa1 S''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15

QUARRELs.-If anything in the world, will
make man feel badly, except pinching his
fingers in the crack of door, it is unquestion-
ably a quarrel. No man ever fails to think more
of himself after it than before. 1t degrades
him in the eyes of others, and, what Is worse,
blunts his sensibilities on the one hand, and in
oreases the power of passionate irritability on
the other. The truth is, the more peaceful
ly and quietly we get on, the better for our
neighbors. In nine cases out often, the better
course is, if man cheats you, cease to deal
with him; and if he ISLANDERS you, take care to
live SO that nobody will believe him. No mat
ter who he is, or how he misuses you. the wISest
and the best way is to let him alone; Tor there
is nothing better than this cool, calm, and quiet
way of dealing with the wrongs we meet Witn'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-15
DOMESTICS.

We are this day opening full assortment Oh
Domestics We name in part beautiful line
OF Calicoes, the last styles of the season; Can
ton Flannels, Bleached and Brown CottoHs
Flannes, in grey, red and white. As we pur-
chase almost all goods in this line by the ease
and bale of agents hands, we can offer special
inducements to wholesale and retail purchaser
nov rs WITMER 81 SLAYMAKhR.