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LIFE IN THE METROPOLIS.
DAsHEs HERE AND THERE BY THB
SUMS REPORTERS.

Tho BROOKLYN Slate pointm ents-Commis-
sioners New aud Old. and their Idoia-
trous worshippcrs.
The Brooklyn politicians are in inquisitvc sus-
pense over the slate for Commissioners. A promi-
nent authority in Kings county politics has fore
sbadowed the appointments which have been deter
mined on. For the Police Commission there are
three candidates. Van Anden will certainly be one.
while the race for the other place will be between
Mr.. Braggs and Mr.. Ostrum, with the chances In
favor Of the latter. There may he compromise By
which Mr.. Ostrum will be retained In the Board.
The Excise Commissioners viii probably be appoint.
ed BY the Mayor In q few days. The men who Will
hold the liquor dealers interests are Mr.. John Py.
burn, Of the Fifh Ward, Mr.. Rodney Thursday, OF
the Eastern District. and Mr. James Corboy, OF ths
Twelfth Ward. The last named candidate has not
been decidedly endorsed yet. The Water Board
will have but two members Fowler AMI Lowber.
This change Gusts Northrup and Bliss, who use-
lessy expanding strength In Albany 70 prevent u.
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SUNDAY FEsTIVIIIEs IN JERSEY.
Prize Fight Yesterday Morning near BuIrs
Ferry. for 5000.

Ferry. for 5000.
A prize fight for s1oo side was contested near
Bulls Ferry at o'clock yesterday morning. was
witnessed by a crowd OF over 500 roughs from Jer.
sey City and New York, the latter principally from
Washington Market and Bulls Head.
The contest was between Johnny Mahan and Mike
Flaherty. alias Len Paw, runners OF Nos. 8 and 4
Engine Companies Of Jersey City The same fellows
fought q small island up the East River about
months ago, and Flaherty was defeated Feeling
clasrped, recently he challenged, and tile two
in training last week. The dght yes; erday was
most determlnei one, sixteen rounds, occupying
25 minutes, when Flaherty unable TO come TO
time. The latter wns very badly punished. Mahan
came OF with few slight marks and set OF dis
located knuckles,
Mnhnn seconded by Jimmy Mcbride and
Tommy Dodd, alias Doyle, and Flalcrty bv Enoch
Smith, his backer, Jimmy Halgan from Washing
ton Market,
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Admiral Fisks Narragansett feet Of steamers,
running between New York, Newport and Fall river
resume their trips to-day Tie steamer Providonce
ssils tonight. The Admiral will muster his brinos
board at 4 O'Clock. From tho Comr nndor to the
onic er boys, all have, in compliance with orders.
adopted change in uniform. The musical feature,
80 successfully introduced last see3on, Is retained.
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LOSSES BY FIRE.

TIE residence OF DR.. Richardson, in West Phia-
delphia, was destroyed yesterday. Loss, $1,000
building OF the Dominion House OF Commons Sat
urday loss trining.
MIR. Thorn's saloon and Mr.. Hulskampcrs resi-
dence Market street Elizabeth port were DESTROYED on
Saturday afternoon. Both injured.
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Ha,-KiIIins IN Madison street.

a Massachusetts rat terrier known as JAKE y
va matched on Saturday, In pit in Madison street,
~ = kl one hundred rodents In seventy.nye minutes.
lie succeeded Ills owner TO get ti00, but II the
cog failed the owner forfeited t76 for every minute
tne terrier was behind time Jake laid out one hun
Seu 10 seventy zone minutes.
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Section 0 authorizes the Comptroller TO borrow
100000 to improve the lower reservoir and to in
crease the wafer supply In heloNer part OF the city.
section directs the Comptroller TO borrow $500
0O tor the construction and erection OF the hre tee
graph for the Fire Department.
Section IL directs the Commissioners OF Public
Works to introduce water meters and to charge for
water furnished in ra,able proportion to the water
consumed as shown by the meters.
Section II provides that nll parks and public
grounds south Of Canal street excepting city Hall
Park and the duties Of the Board OF Commiss
of the Central Park shall be transferred TO and con.
Ierred upon the Board OF Public Works.
Section 10 provides that the Board OF Police OF
tho Police Department Of the city OF New York,
shall Lave power in their discretion (wheuever In
be benefited thereby, by resolution TO be adopted
by unanimous vote, and by expressing thereon
such opinion. TO dismiss from office in such Police
Department any captain or sergeant, and place the
persOn so dismissed on the pension roll OF said Po-
lice Insurance FUND, and allow bin annual retir-
Ing pension of mot exceeding In amounO one.hali
the annual salary or compensation OF such office
And said Board may, IN like manner, dismiss from
offico any patrolman, and place the person so dis
missed upon the said pension roll, and allow him
annual retiring pension Of not exceeding $a0O per
annum,
Section 81 provides that the Board OF Police shall
have authority TO increase the orce from to time
patromen in addition to the number now authorized
by law and said Board OF Police shall detail from
the force to be under the direction Of the Mayor not
exceeding twenty men TO enforce the ordinances OF
tie corporation under such regulations as the Board
OF Police shall prescribe.
Section IS provide that the annual expenses Of the
Board Of the Department OF Docks, for rent furni
ture, supplies, and compensation Of secretary and
subordinate officers. clerks, aud agents. shall not
exceed the SUN Of $4,000.
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ATr.mendou, b,a., I'm CaIiforpIa.

SAN FRAscIsco, April l7.-Col. Won Schmid
has completed the excavation OF Blossom Rock. and
powder has been placed and wires run, preparasory
70 the explosion, which Is fixed for next Wodnes-
day The excavation is 132 In Length and 90 feet In
Width and Its greatest depth 10 II feet. 1t Ia alol
with twenty throe tons OF powder.
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un.pitnl for niinridn,sd PnIIticinn..

Mr. Tweed's Police bill, "tacking on" parts Of
Kings and Queens counties and the First Assembly
District OF westohester to the New York bill, IL
Department as set forth In the bill which recently
passed both Houses. IL regarded by many old Dem.
ocrats as kind OF Greenwich Hospital for super.
annuI Ited politicians.
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The Great Hotel In Hariem-Thc Desfruc-
tion OF an A ncient Landmark.

In the erection Of the Remsen House, as II 10
to be called, has been necessary to destroy Of
the old landmarks OF Harlem, the celebrated old
Bridge Tavern, built In 17o9. The key OF the old
toll bridge. which was always kept In the tavern,
is ponderous instrument, recalling gloomy associ.
ntons or vaults and DUNGEONS The old key Ia all
that remains OF the ancient bridge II Is TO be plrced
In handsome glass case by the owner, the pioprto-
tor OF the Remscn House that is to be.
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Escape OF Jail Birds IRON YorkviIic.

Late on Saturday night the famous Teddy Ryan
and his pal Jim Harvey, who were confined in
Yorkvins Prison, awaiting triI, broke Jail and
escaned. The place had been lon in charge OF Q
watchmap, who had quit his post to sick child,
and during HIS absence the prisoners broke open the
doors with jimmy. and fed.
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H,ah Tides on the Hudson.

PoUoHKsErsIs, April E.-Pour DAYS of easterly
wind have caused unusual high tides In toe Hudsoi.
10 day ali the piers here were submerged. The
water advanced 10 q point higher than at any time
within q year. Tonight II is raining hard.
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CHICAGO, April lT.-Winona. Minn., in conse-
quence OF the hood, 10 situated on an island, and
Iargs psrt or Il u under water.
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ITEMS OF THE TAX LEVY.
THE TAMMANY RING GETTING THEIR
MONEY BACH.

Contingencies Down for e1,4B3, 00O-seO,-
900 for n Set OF Maps-Neariy q Million
for Cleaning md Repairing streets-sta-
tionery tor MIR. Tweed, 800, ,OO0-Ciean-
Ing out MIR. Tweed's Onoes, 100000.
The following Is the tax levy which has been
made the special order In the Assembly for to-dayi
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North East Items.

The Holidays.-The holidays, including
Christmas and New Years days, have
passed on with all precedent, and are num-
hered with the past. Happy are those,
ant festivities, were yet reflective, serious
and prayerful. The year 1869 has gone
with record, good or evil
Religious NJ. E. Church, on Sun
rejoicing. The PASTOR Rev. Thomas L..
Poulson, was most powerfully blest in
preaching one of his most affecting sermons
The effect was salutary. At night the SER
vices were attended with refreshing spirit
ual influence.
Concsrt-A first class Concert is to be
given in the NJ. f. Church, on Thursday
next, the 18th instant, under the direction
of Messrs. James Crawford and I. f. Van
arsdale, for the benefit of the church. The
entertainment will be interspersed by Select
Readings, by Rev. Thomas. L. Poulson.-
A good time is anticipated, and we hope
everybody will be present. Prico Of admis
sion is only % cents.
The Storm.-The storm of Sunday morn
ing was followed in the afternoon, and at
night with fearful gale Of wind from the
South, driving the tide up to higher point
than ever reached previously, within the
recollection of our oldest citizens, by some
three feet at least. The water reached the
floor of the centre bridge on our main
street and flowed over the street above it.
A large scow was brought up and placed
even with the street at this point, and there
remains Great destruction occurred on
the shore of the North East River. Fences,
fishing houses, wood, &C., were carried
away.
Phcnomeaa.-A grand display of aurora
borealis occurred from one to five o'clock
on Monday morning, in the heavens in this
vicinity. The hues of light red and fiery.
On Tuesday evening, near o'clock, very
large meteor decended, apparently, from
the Zenith, towards the North West. A
halo of blush light, very beautiful, sur
rounded it, while tail of bright light
extended from it long distance.
Public School.-The Public School, here,
numbers nearly one hundred pupils.
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Items From ROWIandsyille and Vicinity.

Education.-Our new school house, the
want of which has been so long and sadly
felt, in our midst, is progressing finely
While we are speaking Cor writing) on the
subject, we may say thata Teachers lnsti-
tue " has been organized, and several in
teresting meetings have been held in our
village. The next meeting of the Institute
will be held on Saturday, the 10Th inst, at
Hickory Grove school house, situated on
the Wallace Road, in the Sixth District
The Hickory Grove school is under the
charge of E. S. Quigley. This gentleman
is a graduate of Millersville Normal School,
and is one of the most able and experienced
teachers in the county. All interested in
the great subject of popular education are
earnestly invited to attend the next meet
ing Of the Institute.
New ChurcA.-The ground has been
staked, ard one thousand dollars of 90 the
needful " raised toward the erection of
new NJ. P. Church, in the village.
Good Tempzars.-The Good Templars
have a tlourishing lodge, which meets
weekly in the old factory at New Valley
AS 4 disinterested witness we can candidly
say that the moral tone of the community
has been perceptibly raised since the Or
ganization OF the Order in our midst. May
the good work prosper May the noble
band enlisted in the glorious cause go on
" conquering and to conquer" until not a
grog shop shall exist in all the land!
Religious.-A prstracted meeting is in
progress at Mount Pleasant, under the
charge of Messrs. Potter and Hood. Many
have professed conversion; and penitents
still crowd the altar
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CharieStOWn Items.

Holiddys.-It would seem according to
times during Christmas and New Years,
yet each one seemed to have been in search
for something entertaining and enjoyable.
ReligiOus.-During the month of Decem-
Der much interest was manifested at the
Asbury protracted meeting which continued
for four weeks. Large and attentive con-
gregations, and in general very good bella
viour, which is not always the case at a
Methodist meeting. The Charlestown pro-
tracted meeting was commenced last Sab
bath evening, with much promise of a good
meeting. Yet some persons, not very we'll
disposed, from the neighborhood of North
East, have indicated some disposition to
disturb us. We hope, however. better
things in the future. We must acknowl-
edge the assistance of some of the more
worthy and good people Of North East and
vicinity, and hope we shall have frequent
visits from them during the meeting here.
Storm.-The late and severe storm has
subjected many to heavy losses along the
river shore, and especially, as learn, our
worthy friend, Mr.. George W. Barnes. 1t
would be qualification to many of your
readers if you would state as to the right
or wrong of claiming property that is car
ried off by high winds and great tides, as
many express various opinions respecting
this matter. l hear it remarked by some of
the older citizens of this place that the tide
of last Sunday night was the highest ever
known on the North East river. However
this may be, Charlsstown beautiful for
situation" stands as she ever hath stood.
WAishy.-During Christmas holidays
many resorted to intoxication for enjoy
ment; but doubtless feel much the worse
for their pleasure. And is it not sad
thing that some who had joined the Good
Templars should disregard their solemn
Obligation. In the midst Of fierce opposition
Riverside Lodge, I. o. G. T., is working
along, and hopes yet to continue in the
good work of saving the fallen and the
young. We feel that we cannot be idle
while so much remains to be done.
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Enigma.

Mr.. EWING The answer to enigma in
last issue is ''Mary, Queen of Scots"
Allow me to give one:
am composed of 80 letters
Ny 90, 9, %, 90, 2 are an oppressed people.
My 4, 8, 6, ., so is country in Europe.
My 80, 36, %, 10, 10, 80, 80, 80, is great
merchant.
My :, 90, SO, 81 is something terrible, yet
enjoyed by every one.
My 49, s, 81, 3, 90 is something we would
not live without.
My IA, 1s, 10, 26 is what many living
being clings to.
My %, 81 is often in the way.
My 16, Is, 80, 90 are often used by shoe
makers.
My II, So, 10 is foolish child.
My %, II, 90, 81 we had better all shun.
My 81, "a, 80 is plant.
My whole is motto of one of the Uni
ted States.
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Let Common Sense Decide,

What is the rational mode of procedure in cases of
general debility and nervous prostration' Does not
tell that judicious stimulation is rS1ured?-
To to violent pugation in such absurd
us it would lie to bleed starving Yet it is done
every day Yes, this stupid and unphosopcal practice
is continued in the teeth of the great fact that psica!
weakness, with all the disturbances that
pany it, is certainly and rapidly relieved by Hos
letters Stomach Bttcrs than by any other medicine
present known 1t is that general debility is often
attended with torpdity irreguarity of the bowels.
and that this symptom must not be overlooked. But
while the discharge of the waste matter of the system
is expedited regulated, its rigor must be reeruted-
The Biters 10 both. They combine sperent and anti
bilious properties, with extraordinary tonic power
Even while removing distractions from the bowels they
tone and nvignrate those Through the stomach
upon which the great vegetable specific acts directly it
gives healthy and permanent impetus to every
fcrbed function. Digestion is facilitated the facrns
circulation regulated, the blood reinforced with new
accession Of the menary principle the braced
and all the dormant powers Of the system reused into
healthy action not spasnodically would he the
if stimulaut administered but for con-
tinuancc. 1t is in this way that snch extraordinary
enaciacd and nervous invalids by the this
dcrfu corrective, Alternative and tonic. Let common
decide between such preparation and pro-tl;.t
ing catiartic supplemented by poisonous astringent
like strychninc or quinia Jan l. lS1O-lm
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Zion Items.

Donation.-The members and friends of
met at the Parsonage of their pastor, Rev.
J. H. John, on last Thursday evening, and
displayed their generosity by handsome
donation. We presume this social, pleas
ant and profitable gathering will have a
tendency to make the pastor feel as if his
labors among his people are felt and appre-
ciated.
Side Wazks-Our side walks are progress
ing very slowly. There seems to be but
very little interest taken, on the part of
those authorized, to complete the work.
We hope the stockholders will not be COM
PEELED to call another meeting to elect those
that will push this matter to completion,
but we fear this will be the result.
Commission Business.-Mr. A. B. Owens,
one of our townsmen, is engaged in the
commission business in Baltimore, and is
doing well. His family still reside here.
Impro l.. o. Cameron has
contracted to build Il dwelling house for
Mr.. John Astle, and also to remodel and
improve the dwelling of Mr.. Andrew Cam
eron, now occupied by tenants. The gen.
tleman intends retiring from business and
becoming resident of our peaceful and
quiet village.
lSkedaddled.-Wm.Oa Oaks, native of New
Jersey, who has resided in our neighbor-
hood for the past year, suddenly, between
two days, took flight to parts unknown,
much to the chagrin of his creditors.
Correction.-The items of last week,
headed Bay View, should have been Zion,
and the name Rinser, should be Kinser.-
The prevailing opinion here is, that the
author wrote the items whilst stopping at
the cave of Darius.
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Sales of Town Property.-W. c. Rambo
has sold his fine residence, on Main Street,
Elkton, to Mrs. Mary Lum, from near
Summit Bridge, New Castle county, Del.
Price not named. Mrs. Lum will obtain
possession March 25th next.
Mr. Rambo intends to build in the spring.
Jacob Rambo has sold the dwelling on
High Street, occupied by George Wallace,
to John NJ. Terrell, of Elkton, for $500.
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SPECIAL NOTICES.
New Styles Fall and Winter
CLOTHING.

Our Stock is unusually tut and complete comprising
many entirely and desirable styles goods manufc-
turci into
MEN, s, YOUTHS and BOYS READY-NADE GARMENS
of all kinds STILES and sizes.
The stylish goods, cut in the latest fashion well
palmer and moderate styles, suited to all tastes
and better in
STYLE, FIT and WORKMANSHIP
than any other stock of icadynlade Clothing in Philada
Also a choice selection Of
NEW FALL and WINTER GOODS IN TIE PIECE,
which will he made mp to order in the BEST and FIN EST
MANNER for those who prefer. ALL PRICES GUAR
ANTEED LOWER THAN THE LOWE ELSE
WHERE, AND FULL SATISFACTION EVERY PUR-
CHASER IN ALL CASES, OR THE SALE CANCELI-
ED and MONEY REFUNDED.
8S~Samples of material sent by mail when desired
for garments either ready -made made to order.
Half way between BENNETT & Co.
FIFTH Tower HALL,
Sixth Sis SIS MARKET STREET,
PHILADELPHIA.
AND GOO BROADWAY, New YORK.
Get .. lS6l-3m
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Coughs and COlds.-During the changea-
bic seasons of Fall and Winter, when
coughs and colds are so frequent, no person
should be without some valuable prepara-
ton for their cure. They should recollect
that neglected cough or cold frequently
terminates in consumption. Hasson's Com
pound Syrup Of Tar is the best and most
reliable article known for the cure of coughs,
colds, hoarsness, chronic, catarrhs, sore
throat, asthma, and ali diseases of the
throat and lungs. No family should be
without it. Price so cents. Sold at II. H,
Mitchell's Drug Store, Elkton; NIB. Nor
rison's Drug Store, North East; and G.. L..
Jamar's Drug Store, Port Deposit; Dr. L.
r. Kirk, Rising Sun. Russell & Lands,
ProDrietorS.
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Ordered Away.-Pa

Ordered Away.-Paymaster w. f. A.
Torbert, U. S. Navy, has been ordered to
the steam frigate, Alaska" fitting out at
Boston Navy Yard, and will sail in few
days for Japan on two years cruise, MIR.
Torbert left Elkton on Thursday morning
last, for Boston to join his ship.
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- At the cor. of Sd & Orange sts., in
the City of Wilmington Del, there is an
establishment from which issues weekly
thousands of pounds of an article which to
every housewife is like "good news from a
far country That establishment belongs
to Moore 6 Bro;-that article is Whining
ton CityG~ ap.''
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sBA young friend proposes to furnish
some account of the hapits of our most
familiar birds, such as swallows, blackbirds,
Partridges, etc. Nothing is more interest
ing than the study of animated nature,
and the habits of birds is the most pleas
ing branch of the study. The offer to
supply such articles is received with much
pleasure.
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
Notice to Creditors.

This is to give notice that the subscriber. Of Cecil
county, hath obtained from the or!.us Court Of said
county letters of Administration I'll! personal estate
of SARAH b. EGaN.
late of said county deceased All persons having claims
against the said deceased hereby 10 Exhibit
the same with the vouchers thereof duly autlen:. ,te
Ga or before ;lc 9Th day of January, ISL:
they may otherwise, by law be excluded ali
of said estate. All persons Indebted to said
requested to make immediate payment the sulscri-
Der. Given under iny hand, this Sth day of January,
1870. JAMES c. EG1N
Administrator Of Sarah C. E-Rn decd
Test-RECGsY d. JAMAI, Register.
Jan s, lSI0-Gw
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FeStival.-Ths teachers of the Trinity
Church Sabbath-school of Elkton, held
festival for the benefit of the school, in the
grand jury room of the Court House, on
New Years Eve, which proved quite sue
cess, if we consider the hasty and extent
pore manner in which the festival was got
ten up. Over $4,000 were realized.
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Deafness, Blindness s. Catarrlr.

J. ISAACS, NJ. D.. sos Arch Street, Philadelphia
oruist and Aurist Professor in the Medical College of
Pcnnsy lrai of the Eye and Ear Persons afflicted with
diseases of the EYE, EAR CATARRH will he scien-
cally treated and cured. if durable He has per-
maneny located in the city for years and makes the
above specalities in his practice The Medical faculty
Is invited he has secrets in his mede Of treatment
ra-Artifcia eyes inserted without pain. No charges
made for examination
Jan .. lS6l-lY
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More Drunk than Hurt.-A Young man

More Drunk IMAM Hurt.-A young man
living at Andora in this county, while on
his way in dearborn, from attending pub
lie sale somewhere in the first district, was
thrown from his wagon by coming in con-
tact with a farm wagon going i'll the oppo-
site direction, on the road from Elllton to
Chesapeake City, near the old turnpike
The accident occurred about dark on We'd
nesday evening last A gentleman driving
toward Elkton in a carriage, in company
with lady, saw the accident, and hasten
ing up, gathered the PROSTATE man up, got
him into his own dearborn again and COW
ering him up with a buffalo rug, drove him
into town. The individual who upset him
kept on without offering any assistance
The wounded man was taken to Mr. Meals
Hotel where he was put to bed, to sleep off
the liquor he had imbibed, being so drunk
that the doctor was unable to ascertain
whether he had been seriously injured or
not. After few hours sleep had taken
the brick out of his hat, he was found to
be not much hurt by the up set, and imme-
diately commenced preparation for another
accident.