Evening Star Newspaper, December 15, 1855, Page 3

EVENING STAR. “OCAL INTELLIGENCE Surrewe Covrr.—Yesterday, Hon. Geo: Robertson, of Kj ok: was admitted pe torney and countilice this court. . No. 6. Mem Sseargpetioen State of Ala- ama, comp! nt, vs. the Btate ef Georgia. Qu motion of Hon. Philips, process of sabpe- gata eer - thisenuss 6 sii o. 19. David Bush, plaintiff in error, vs. Maborn Cooper’s sdutalabeatng. This cause was argued by Hon. Jas. A. ard for the laintif in error, and by Hon. J. J. Critten- en for the defendants in error. No. 20. Samuel Verden, plaintiff in error, vs. Isaac Coleman. This cause was argued by Mr. Gillett for the plaintiff in error. Adjourned until Monday. Dr. KAnx, wo regret to learn, will not leo- ture at the Smithsonian Institution—at least, not until after the publication of his aceount of his Artie a This interesting work will be published early in the coming ar, by Childs & Peterson, of Philadelphia. tis to be elaborately illustrated by several hundred wood cuts and steel en; ‘avings, in- Mr. Grin- porns, Saespteee of Dr. Kane an © drawings and paintings are made nell. from sketches by Dr. Kane himself. The work will appear in two volumes octavo, price $5. Tux Lavies of the Western Presbyterian Church announce the continuance of their en- tertainment till ape’ — It will be open every evening from 6 to 10 p.m. Inad- ‘dition to supper and the sale of useful and fancy articles, there will be, on Monday night. & brief exhibition of scenes in the Old an New Worlds, in Dissolving Views. On Tues- day night, Rev. Mr. Samson will deliver his postponed lecture, on “ The Desert of Sinai;” and on Wednesday night Rey. Dr. Sunder- land will deliver another original poem, pre- pared expressly for the occasion. GosHen was s great country for grapes, but We doubt if it caualied California. 1 r. Hen- dricks, Commissioner of the Land Office, has kindly sent us a single cluster of well flavored grapes from the modern Ophir, which weighs two pounds and a half. They taste as well as they look, and if the Register of the Land Office at Los Angelos (who sent them to Mr. H.,) can show such specimens of the produc- tions of his land, we should think he would soon dispose of every quarter section. Surrger Rooms.—Our neighbor across the avenue, Mr Richard Adams, who keeps a popular and fashionable and excellent resiau- rant there, has just added to his estab! ment two fine supper rooms, for the entertain- ment of parties. They were opened for the first time on the night before last, when he entertained in them a large com; of his friends and patrons who were hi, ily @elighted With the good cheer set before them. Hyrprorarny may be in ite way, but no one cares about Sipeetere tealtan marketing. It was cheerless this morning to see the butchers at Centre Market in great- coats, and their purchasers kee ing their um- brellas up as they selected their supplies. When shall we have a market worthy of the Metropolis? Query ?—When a house is to built or re- paired, is it necessary to have the sidewalk and most of the street before the locality blockaded by piles of lumber and rubbish. Several instances of such protracted nuisances are on the Star's Complaint Book, and we eball cail particular attention to them if they are not removed. Fongicy Isrivexce.—Our Cayenne friends will doubtless be indignant to learn that the chestnut roasters on the Avenue are only using the American chestnuts until the foreign crop Jargerand b tter, b fas that the ae r etter, but we fear that the genuine K. N.’s will not eat them. “ c A DELEGATION of our fashionables returned to-day from New York, where they went to attend the wedding of Frank Hampton, Eeq., (a son of Wade Hampton) of South Carolina, to Miss Sarah S. Bexter, daughter of George Baxter. The wedding entertainment is de- scribed as regally magnificent. Court or Ciaiws.—Yesterday, the argu- mentin the case of Starges, Bennet, and on pany vs. the United States was resumed in fa- vor of the claimants by Mr. Abert, who was followed by the Solicitor, who had not conclu- ded his remarks when the court adjourned. Wirgovr Licesse.—Michael O'Bryan has been fined twenty dollars for se liquor without license. This offence against the municipal law is often repeated. And to make the offenders we the mark, requires the activity of the police of the fifth ward. Tuerives.—Some thief or thieves, stole from Mr. Savage's Variety Store, a couple of bird- ages which had been placed at the door for ‘show. The operators had better let bird-cages alone, otherwise they may find themselves in @ cage provided for birds without feathers. Tue Masive Force, at this station, is now composed of Major Terrett; Captains Tyler, Slack aud Tanner; Lieutenants Green, Hays, Cohen and Lewis, with the requisite non-com- amissioned officers and about forty privates. Tae Ascension Cuunca Farr is still in « p- eration at Odd Fellows’ Hall. Although there ‘was not a crowd in attendance last night, owing to the inclement weather, yet a pleas- ant and agreeable time was passed by those who were there. Taz Diorama continues to attract crowds of our citizens, who are pleased with its varied beauties, and somewhat puzzled to divine how the vi changes are produced. It is an especial attractive resort for the juveniles. Mystserics.—Col. Shillington has sent us the ‘‘Mysteries of the Court of the Stuarts,” by William Harrison Ainsworth. Those fond of the marvellous and terrible, should at once purchase this exciting and romantic tale. Sr. Parnicn’s Cuurcn is soon to haves new organ. That one which has been in use there since 1805, was purchased from a Protestant church in Virginia. in which Gen Washing- ton once worshipped. Tue Scorr Gvarps are sparing no exertions to make their Ball on Monday evening a bril- liantentertainment. The Amoskeag Veterans are invited, and there will, doubtless, be a numerous and gay attendance. Istexesting Exercises will beheld at the Assembly Chareh, corner of 5th and I streets, on Wednesday evening next, by the members of the Missionary Society. Tue Baus on Tucsday evening in honor of the Amoskeag Veterans, bids fair to be the Ball of the season. Those who wish to attend should proeure tickets without delay. Proressor Sxetr’s lecture, last evening, was well attended The model of the Capital, as it will appear when completed, attracted general attention, and was much admired. Mazerpa.—This unequalled exhibition of the intelligence of the trained hoise Rocket, combined with dramatic attractions, will draw a crowd to-night at the Nationa! Theatre. A Ssower, yesterday afternoon, just as Congress adjourned, drove ail the belles from sy ao, and created a demand for um- brellae. Tae RAIN here was the remnant of a Yankee snow storm. In New York the snow fell to a depth of six inches on Thursday. Arrextion is invited to the call for an an- nual meeting of the Young Men's Christian Association of this city Eves Riaur'—Our wilitary friends are making preparations for 9 fall parade on Mooday Warca Rertass —Patrick Logm. druak a acest smiesed. Oscar F. Wood, de- ranged; dismissed. Severaj lodgers were ac- commodated. Launch of the U. 8. Steam Frigate Roanoke. [Correspondence of the Star.] Porrsmourn, Va., Deo. 13, r. x. After waiting for tho last two or three days for a proper tide, in consequence of adverse winds, the deagnated signal was, at 9 o’clook this morning, displayed, and thousands wend- ed their way to the navy yard from Norfolk, Portsmouth, and the surrounding country, to witness the launch of the steam frigate Ro- anoke. Every thing being satisfactorily arran, by our model Navi Constractor, Bamectn artt, and the indefatigable Master Builder, John L. Porter, at precisely fifteen minutes after 12 o'clock, the gallant vessel glided into her destined element amidst the cheers of thousands, the strains of music, and the boom- ing of cannon—the ship Pennsylvania it~ ing her with a salute of 21 as she kissed the glassy of the river Elizabeth. This was the most beautiful launch ever witnessed at this navy yard; and all engaged in its preparation deserve credit for the admirable manner in which the affair was conducted Although not the first of the steam reigns lauuched (which no doubt would have been the case but for the epidemic of the past Season,) there is not one that can su the Roanoke in the beauty of her model or the excellence of her workmanship. Haastily yours, ALEXANDRIA CORRESPONDENCE. AvExanpnis, Deo. 15, 1855. Last evening the weather turned a little warmer, and at night it rained quite hard ; but this morning there are indications of a clear day. The Ladies’ Fair at Sarepta Hall centinues to be the centre of evening gayety. The in- clemency of the weather last night provented the usual crowd, but we A ts ced an addi. Heyry. tional crowd this evening will supply the lose- Among the principal Chjocs of public inter. est bere is the memorial prepared by Mr- Haas, at his daguerrean gallery, to the vict tims of the recent calamity bs the fire. I. consists of a unique frame, enclosing admira- ble likenesses of the fallen firemen around a circle, in which isdaguerreotyped the inscrip- tion, ‘‘ The victims of the fire on King street, November 17, 1855: Their memory is en- shrined in the hearts of their fellow citizens.’ The tout ensemble is really beautiful, and Mr. H. deserves equal praise for his skill as for his public spirit. The Chapel at the Theological Seminary, which has recently been enlarged and re- modeled, will be consecrated on Wednesday morning, the 19th inst., by Bishop Johns. Flour $9 _ Wheat—white $2.05, red $1 90. Corn 75c, Rye $1. Oats 42¢. Ax. Kr The revival of the fashion of wearing hoops is attributed to notions of Millerism. When the general conflagration arrives theao garments will serve for balloons, and by in- troducing a little hydrogen the Yadies will go up like rockets and leave dull man behind. te Order is said to be heaven’s first law, and must have been the motto of the captain of the downeast schooner, whe cried out to his refractory cook: “I will have order. If you don’t do the cooking, I'll do it myself. I Will have order, I swear’t, on board this ‘ere vessel !”’ ¢ Eg The Senate of Virginia have lately passed a bill for the voluntary enslavement of afree negro of Southampton county He is an old man, sixty years of age, and has been lately emancipated, but is anxious to remain in the condition of servitude, which he knows, by his own experience and observation, is the best and happiest condition for his race. £0 humerous are applications of this character, that it bas been found necessary to introduce a general law into the Legislature for the vol- untary enslavement of free negroes of the Commonwealth. SS WANTS. .. greece Ee: SO WANTED IMMEDIATELY—AN EXPE- teaced ’s Nurse. One who cen as- sist in plain sewing. Good references or recom- mendations required. Apply: at No. 497 Twelfth street, bet. E and F. .M. STANLEY. dec 15—3t* AND WARRANTS WANTED.—The high- est rates will be pee oy HAMILTON G. FANT, Banker, 4— 3t No. 432 Pa. avenue. ‘ANTED—A WHITE WOMAN, AS DIN- Toom servant, and to assist in washing Sa will bok of ‘good situation by applying at No a 151 F street, between 19th and 20th. dec 14—at ANTED—BY A YOUNG WOMAN, A Situation as nurse, chambermaid or house- keeper. A at 451 ith street, iscit—ae Aout ANTED.—A GARDENER, TO WORK on shares, from fifteen to twenty acres of fine garden land, within two miles of this city. Should it be ble to receive a compensation 'ANTED—BY A YOUNG MAN, ASITUA- tion asa room or house servant. Ad- dress ‘‘Daniel,’’ at this office. dec 13—31* MES. TRIPPE, 4 STREET, BETWEEN Cand D, wishes to hire a Cook that can ve Teferences for neatness and capability. good h an one will find a situation by a; im- juch an ry Tat mediately. it ANTED TO PURCHASE, FOR CASH, A small size brick dwelling house, situated between Seventh and Fourteenth streets, and E and M streets, north ; also a building lot similarly situated. Address box 289, City Post Office. dec 10—6t* ANTED—A FIRST RATE PLAIN COOK. She must be active, industrious, thorough!y it, and not wasteful. She is wanted to cook in a boarding house, and is expected to look closely after the interests of her employer. An active and industrious woman, who can meet the requirements will find a good home and good wa- ee 7 at this office. lec FOR SALE AND RENT. com = SALE BY ORDER OF THEO: Court, of Groteries, Cigars. Fix- tures, &c —On WEDNESDAY, the 19th inst , 1 shall sell, by order of the Orphans’ at the store lately occupied by the late Josiah R. > on the west side of 7th, between G and H streets, at Wo'cleck a. m., all the Groceries, Liquors, Store Fixtures. &c., viz: and Coffee, Rice, Starch Cc and Tobacco, Soap and Candles arawseree every and Oli es g Very su Brandy, Gin, Whiskey, Wine, &c. bri intbottles end afaagkt fe Together with a large assortment of other Groce- ries and Cigars, all fresh and of a superior qualitp. Also, the Store Fixtures. Terms: $50 and under cash; over that suma credit of 2 and 4 months, for satisfactorily endorsed notes, bearing interest. By order of the adminis'ratrix. dec 15—d A. GREEN, Auctioneer. Pi ON des et Boncosras axial By B. W. FURGUSON & CO., Auctioneers AWNBSt OKER'S SALE of Unredeemed Auction.—On WEDNESDAY it 10 o’clock, will be soid at our 357 comer Pa. avenue and 6th st , Salesroom, No. the most valuable collection of Pledges ever of- fered in this city, viz: Diamonds, Watches, many of which are of high cost and rare description Together with splendid Gold Chains, and A variety of rich Gold Jewelry, Guns, Re- volvers, Pistols, &c. ISAAC HERZBERG. B. W. FURGUSON & CU, dec 15—3t Auctioneers. — = WALL, BARNARD & CO., Auctioneers. E YENING SALES.—We bave received a large consignment of all kinds of Fancy Goods, Meinl Delf Glassware, &c., which will te of- fered for sale every evening this week, until the entire stock is closed, and, at the especial request of the consignees, will be'sold without reserve. We have also received a few more packages of Green and Black Teas, which will be sold at the same prices, 25 and 50 cents per pound. A-rare chance {s now offered to eget desirous of pur- chasing a Christmas stock. Consignments solicited. WALL, BARNARD & CO., Aucts. dec 1i—2w OR RENT. —THE THIRD AND FOURTH story of warehouse No. 393 Penna. avenue, betweea “4 and 6th streets. edyd to THOMPSON, HAMILTON & CO. dec 15—eolw sleet: i I ee ee CE HOUSE FOR RENT. —THAT LARGE brick Ice Honse, situated at the corner of Vir- ginia avenue and lith street, Island. For terms apply to JOHN R. ASHBY, at Perry & Brothers. ec 15—tf RUG STORE FOR SALE—THE SUB- scriber having an offer to go in business in another place, offers his Drug Store for sale on the most reasonable terms. Its situated in a central part of the city, and having a good run of custom. Address ‘‘ Drug Store,” through the City Post Office, Box No. 66. dec 11—1w* OOMS TO LET.—A FURNISHED PAR- lor and Chamber (including fire and gas) will be rented together or separately during the session of Congress. The roms are on the first floor, within one square of the Kirkwood House. ee = the office of the Kirkwood House. lec 8 — URNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT.—ONE Parlor and several Bedrooms for rent, over Wm. Grupe’s Confectionery Store, No. 415 Penn. avenue opposite Jackson Hall dec 4— O MEMBERS OF CONGRESS & OTH- ERS.—F <r rent, a first class dwelling House eligibly situated, built in the most modern styles, with ali the conveniences of water, gas, farnaces, and finished recently in every department, with taste and comfort Apply to JAMES J. MIL- het corner Louisiana avenue and 7th st. UILDING LOTS.—FOR SALE, a variety of low price building Lots located on the Island and ether parts of the ci y, on terms accommodat- ing to purchasers. EnquireatJ.E KENDALL, office between 6th and 7th streets, north side Pa. avenue, 3d story front room, over R. Morrow’ Exchange Office. D. MYERLE. dec 1-6w &}-Blue Mass, und all other Mineral compounds in the shape of Pills, have been laid aside to make room for a better production from the vegetable king- HOSTETTER’S STOMACH BITTERS, These celebrated Bitters are eutirely vegetable, and their combination of in bein dom in the shape ® nature as to guarantee perfect safety oung and ol er io particular received th from the use of these Hitters, when al the most skilifal hands bi state of debility. to perfect he. generally, and by J. N. CALLAN dec 15—lw and female; the salutary benefit treatment from in restoring them from a h. Por sale by Druggists E and Seventh streets. i Minnesota:—Mr. James Starkey, of St Paul, is now in Washington, on business in connection with the General Land Office, aud will be prepared to act any business fu connection with Rxat KeraTe ° above delightful Territory. He is prepared to make arrange- ments for the purchaze of aiarge smount of Lanp WARRANTS Upon equitable terms. Those bas lug avy to dispose of would do well to consult Mr. 8. before crificiog them. A per- Soual interview is solicited, Address, Kirkwood House. ENCES = Hon. W. A. GORMAM, Governor of Minnesota, Hon. H. M. KICK, Washincton, D. C. Hon. ROBERT SMITH, Alton, Lilinois. JAMES K. WHITFORD, Baq.. New Yorks, BORUP & OAKES, bankers, St. Paul. dec —2w* i> Balm of theusand Flowers, discevered by Dr. Fowrixe. of Paris, for beautifying the complexion, curing diseases of the skin, for ehaving, cleansing the teeth, removing pimples, tan, and freckles, aud mauy medical pur. Price £0 cents per bottle. For sale at SHILLING- ‘ON'S Bookselling and Stationery Hetablishment, Odeon Building, corner 43 street and Penna. avenue. ‘dec 13 i” A Fact.—_New England Rum bears about as much resemblance to the glorions “ Bau de Vie,” of France, as the ad! ‘ated CHEWING TOBACCO usually of fered bear to the g ne VIRGINIA ARTICLE, sold by BEN ETT & BEE! jcmond, Being on the in daily intercourse with the best manufacturers of the State, they have opporiuuities of secur. ing the “first pick” of the choicest crops, and they conti pean emer Lapsed an my order from them that they will furnish an ole which will elicit their warmest com. Mendation. can be sent in any fhantizy desired, by express or other- nov 19—Lm (J~ Heofland’s German Bitters, prepared and sold by Dr. Jackson, at the German Medical Store, 120 Arch street, Philadelphia, daily increase ja their weli- served celebrity for the cure of all Diseases arising from de- rangement of the These Litters ave, indeed, proved & blessing to the a , who show their gratitude by the most Hattering testimonials. This medicine has established for iteelf a nam competitors, however wily their schemes, oF seducti if promises, cannot reach. it galned the public coutidence by the tumense beneiite that lave been derived from it, and will ever maintein tte post tion. See advertirement. dec 13-3 i> Hygean Vaper.—Dr. Curtis has done mors to amel‘orate the condition of humanity afflicted with Jang complainta, than any other practitioner of meticines that has straggied with the secrets of the MATERIA MEDICA, for the last eentery, by the iuveation and perfection of an in strumeot that convey to the a medicine fn the shape ofa highly Meticated Vapor, the disease, and not, ae hitherto, by pathy. Those who are troubled with diseases arising from disordered Innge, will subserve thelr interests by giving the Hygean Vapor s tilal.—[ New York National Monitor, of Feb. 24. CAUTION —DR. CURTIS'S HYGEANA is the original aud only geautue articie. Dov 3—lm most dewntiful specimens of the Photographic xhibition at WHITEHURST'S GALLERY, ar AMBROTYPES. They are traly « beautiful and im some respects an improvement on the old familiar Da- gaerreotypes. The Gallery contatue quite a large collection of son paper. Daguer: of the United States Court sinoe 1850; members of the United States courts; President Pierce and Cabinet, and many o ther yublic men ofthe Nation, 4 visit to WHITEHUKST’S GAL- KY. No. 434 Ponurylvania avenue, is well worth the trou- bie aud the time. iia tnoy 2—er nov " MARRIED, — . On the 13th instant, by the Rev. Mr. pore Lt. ANDREW WALLACE JOHNSON, U.S. N., to Miss ELIZABETH MARION MOUKE, of tbls city. MOURNING, E HAVE JUST ADDED TO OUR STOCK of MOURNING GOOD8s— 50 pieces Lupin’s celebrated Bombasins; in the lot 10 pieces very excellent goods, at $1 per rd 10 Pret ofthe fine numbers Lupin’s Black Thibet no 50 ahr oe Silk-warp Alpaca and blaek Canton lot 15 p’es 6 4 Lupin’s black Mousselines 25 p’es Single-width do do 5 p’cs black Cloth, for ladies’ wear 25 p’cs black English Crape, for trimming 10 dozen assorted sizes black English Crape Veils lo =o do do black Love Veils and Hand- chiefs 25 pieces fine and low-priced black and white Mousselines Large supply of plain black and black and white 0 Black Eugtish Chintees black and white Gingham Pall stock of black eadery aed Gloves constantly on hand 10 boxes assorted sizes black Long rence I ge u uare ‘Thibet , 26 black Cloth Cloaks, neatly rod Large stock of Mourning Silks always ov hand. acne ne — dog any articles of mourning are respect invited to call and look ods fore st teh elsewhere _ee CLAGETT, NEWTON, MAY & Co. ala ia of Pa. avenue and 9b street. dec ~ FANCY STATIONERY, AND PAPIER MACHE PORTFOLIOS, BLOTTERS, &c., at THE LAKES, page avenue, R RENT—SEVERAL HANDSOME Par- lors and Chambers, with 5 Also, table and transient id. Inquire at Mrs. SMITH’S, 233 F street. nov 27—tf ENATORS, MEMBERS, OR OTHER per- sons wishing a suite of Rooms or Chambers, for a mess or single persons, can be suited at No. 165 ‘th street, ‘ween D and E; or the entire house will be rented on reasonable terms to a responsible tenant Apply at the dwelling, 468. nov 27—tf OOM FOR RENT.—A pleasant Room in the third a, with or without furniture. Ap to GEO. WILLNER’S Paper-hanging Store, Niith street. : » sep.20—f OME HILL FOR SALI ‘HIS RESI- dence is situated in the im late hice dd Falls Church, Fairfax county, Va.; is 10 miles from Washington city,$ from Alexandria, and 6 from ioc mite e location is one celebrated for its thfalness. The above place rans, nea ten acres of first rate land, a dwelling-house, barn, fruit trees, &c. The dwelling is large and com- modious, and built wita a special reference to modern conveniences. ‘The barn embraces car- tiage nouse, storage room, stabling, &c. There is a wood lot inthe vicinity which will be sold with the above, or separately. . ‘The above described place Js recommended. to those desiring a beautiful country residence. It would also be an admirable | ion for a school, The Alexandria, Loudon and Hampshire Rail- road is within quarter of a mile. For further particulars apply to H.N. Gilbert, Esq., Washington, D. C., or te the subscriber on the premises R.F. JUDSON. nov 6—2awtJan1 UNNYSIDE FOR SALE.—THE SUBSCRI- ber desiring to remove South, offers for sale tnis beautiful and highly improved farm, lying in Alexandria county, Va.,1 mile from the Lon: Bridge, or 2 miles from Centre Market, wit! easy access by Washington and Alexandria turr- ike, or Alexandria Canal, which touch the place. ‘he farm contains 200 acres; 30 acres is in good timber; the balance well laid off in arable fields and meadows. Also, about 800 fruit trees of va- rious kinds, well selected and planted in suitable situations The im; ments consist of a good Dwelling House of $ rooms, beside et and basement; a house for overseer and hands, stabling for horses and cattle, with necessary sheds &c., usual toa dairy and market farm. Persons desiring to purchase can get further in- formation by applying to BURKE& HERBERT, Alexandffa, or to subscriber on the premises. ‘Terms liberal. EDW. B. POWELL. nov 12—eotf R RENT—THE SPACIOUS STORE and Warehousenow in the occupancy of Mr. H, W. Blunt, situated on the corner of Gay and High streets, immediately opposite Forrest Hall, in Georgetown, D.C. Possession given on the Ist eee wea Apply to face FORREST, ‘ox’s Row, Georgetown, D. C. nov 22-eobw# ; VOMS FOR RENT.—HENRY KUHL has several convenient and handsomely furnished rooms for rent, Pa. avenue, between Twelfth and Thirteenth streets, north side. nov 20—eolm OR RENT.—TWO HANDSOME AND comfortable Front Rooms in Lane & Tucker’s Building, suitable for offices or lodgings, Pa. ave- mye, No 424, near the corner of 4} street. Apply at CHAS. H’ LANE’S Gent’s Furnishing Store. nov 22-eotf OR SALE —LOTS IN THE NORTHERN Liberties ; Squares 441, 442 and 447 have been subdivided into , with alleys to each, of suit- able dimensions for buildings. These lo's lie io a thriving part of the city—those on Seventh sireet fast comes into demand for places of busincss. They will be sold on accommodating terms. Ap- ply to JNO. G. STOCK, General Agent, F stieet north, epposite Patent Office. dec 13—eolm URNISHED APARTMENTS. -—IN A PRI- vate family, on the first floor, elevated 5 feet above the ground, a parlor and chamber connect- ed, and furnished in the best style. Location very pleasant and healthy—a few yards east of the State Department sor ie lic grounds, No. 460 N. York avenue, second door from 15th st. » Board may be had if desired dec 13—eo2w D. A. GARDNER, | OTS FOR SALE.—FWO OR THREE Rood B Lets in a rapidly improving nei, lberheod for sale on tem years’ credit. A plytoJ. H. DRURY. ty 21. )OR RENT—A WELL-FURNISHED suite of Rooms, a parlor and two Bed Chambers on one figor. A) to No. 217 Penn. avenue, be- streets. nov 20-tf —_—«——— EAUTIFUL CHINA ORNAMENTS, at the emporiam for Ghristmas Goods, 306 Penns: i avenue, between 9th and 10th sts. dec [3 JOHN F. ELLIs. (HRisTMas PRESENTS.—LAMMOND, 464 Seventh street, is the place to buy them cheap dec 13-3t — IN eran bbe pal wt tk srapori ft ods Ya. aven' —“— ELLIS, OARDING.—TWO NEWLY FURNISHED Rooms for rent, with board, at 403 F street, in Union Row, and the immediate vicinity of the Patent Office: dec 13-1w* OARDING.—MRS. TRIPPE. No 64% ST., between C and D. has large and comfortasle rooms. Members of Congress and strangers will do well to calland see them. She will also take a few table boarders. dec 12-4t* {URNISHED OR UNFURNISHED ROOMS WITH OR WITHOUT BOARD.—Mrs. N WILSON having removed to those new and com modious Houses on the north side of D street, be- tween Sth and 9th, is now Peace to accommo date those wishing rooms furnished or unfurnish- ed, with or without board. oct 23-tf OARDING.—MRS. DUVALL, No.331 Penn- sylvania avenue, opposite brown’s Rotel, has several large and desirable rooms, suitable for familfes or single gentlemen, which she will rent with board at moderate prices. She cau also ac erp six or eight table boarders. jy 0 5 OARD,ac.—MRS. BATES,ON THES. W. corner of Pennsylvania avenue and 9th street is prepared toaccommodate yentiemen with rooms, ith or without board. Every eifort willbe made to render those comfortable who may favor her with their patronage. apo—tf GRAVELLED COMPOSITION ROOFING. ENRY E. WHITE, 91 NORTH GREEN street, Baltimore, Md , is pe to exe- cute orders for the above ROOFING, and will sell the materials on the best of terms, and will give Instructions gratis to persous wishing tocom mence the above business. .N.B. From yezrs experience will be able to faruish.the best article now in use. 7 2—Im* wait. BARNARD & CO., AUCTION- EERS & COMMISSION MERCHAN Ts, south side Pennsylvania avenue corner 9th street, will give their especial attention to all sales en- trusted to them. Cash advances to any amount madeon consign- ment. dec 10—2w EAUTIFUL GIFT BOOKS, at exceeding ly low rates, at JNO. F. ELLIS’S, 300 Pa. avenue, bet Sth and lth sts. dec 13— x INE GOUDS.—PEARL, SIVER, PAPIER Mache, andenamelled PORTEMONNAIES, and CARD CASES. &., at 306 Pa. avenue, be- tween 9th and 10th streets. dec 13 JOHN F. ELLIS. LESSONS ON THE PIANOFORTE. ADAME PAUL PAILLARD, WHO HAS just arrived from Paris, where she was a pu- iL ef the most celebrated Professors and herself a ‘eacher of Music with much success, respectfully informs the ladics and families generally of Washingten thal she proposes to give instrnction oa the Piano Madame P. feels confident that she will be able to bring forward her pupils as repidly as would be consistent with 2 thorouzh haowledge of the solence. Her terms will be moderate, and she will give lessons at the residence of the scholars, or at her own rooms, a8 may be most agreeable to her pa- trons. Madame P., contemplating a permanent resi- dence at Washington, respectfully solicits a share of the patronage cf the cit! For information call at 256 Pennsylvania ave- nue, or at Gautier’s Saloon ___dec 3—1m a Diether, will give the above $5 mentioned reward for the apprebension aud delivery to me, of ANN, aslave, who calls herself Ani Johnson, and who ran away from me on Saturday night, the 8th instant. She is about 24 years old, 5 feet, fon: or tive inches high, light biack per rons zh pe denotes of ; figure, and likely. She has a variety of c' ng aa took with hor her feather bed snd bedding. WM. F. PHILLIPS, dec 10—eotf 598 New Jersey avenue. _ CONFECTIONERY! HOS. POTENTINI WOULD RESPECT T fully inform the citizens of Washington that he has purchased the well-known Confectionery establishment of John Miller, which he will carry on with increased facilities for ministering to the tastes of those who may favor him with their pa- tronage. Heewill manufacture and keep on hand a large assortment of fancy and ornamental CON!E TIONERY, WEDDING CAKE, | CANDI a JELLIES, volatiles Sledbegiia gies MANGE, and every other delicacy used a! BALLS AND SUPPER PARTIES. When desired, he will attend these or other festive occasions, and furnish tables with every delicacy and luxury, served in the most fashion- able style, with punctuality and attention. He has just received a large assortment of for- eign BON BONS, CONFECTIONERY, FIGS PRUNES, &c , in fancy boxes and ornament cartons. Also, ornamental FIGURES, PYRA-~ se ae eae for the table, at Din} ‘arties. sah rsa THOMAS POTENTINI, No. 279 Pennsylvania avenue, between 10th and 11th streets, south side. dec 12 TOYS—TOYS. \HE BEST ASSORTED STOCK OF TOYS, | to please all tastes, is to be found at ROB- ERT’S, cheap Book and Variety Store, 327 Sev- ate oe oe Kap periodicals of the very lneetdaics. dec 13—1w* OR SALE.—SIX LARGE AND ABLE F Horses. Three of them go well under the saddle, and all work well in any kind of harness. They will be warranted soun geatle, and are offered for sale at a low price, be- cause i have no further use for them. Apply at my residenee, No. 716 New Jersey avenue, or at iber Y: Biagden’s Wharf. eg sae OTEODORE MOSHER. MRS. RUOFF, Milliner, | Foster FROM NEW YORK, RESPECT- fully informs the ladies of Washington, that she has taken a store, No. 3 cast Capi- tol street, near theeastern gate of the Capitol Yard, where she has on hand a splendid assort- ment of the latest styles of WINTER BON- NETS AND CLO AES So waloh et peas at one-half the price usually Cl of this city. x 13—eolm* gendered ki SA lle A es aoe nl names “Don’t be penny wise aud pound foolish.” OYSTEKS, COFFEE, TEA, & ae B* THE URGENT SOLICITATIO. my customers, and strangers vis- iting the Metropoiis, I have connected! with m: Confectionery Establishment a ‘Ladies’ Refectory,’” where OYS- TERS, COFFEE, TEA, CHOCOLATE, &e, ma) at all seasonable . N. B.—The public can flud in my establish- ment the largest assortment of Pound, Fruit, snd other CAKES, as well as French and American CONFECTIONERY, ICE CREAMS, JEL- LIES, CHARLOTTS, &c., of any in this city, and at to suit the times. E Now {+ your time, Ghristmas is coming ! Dinners and Suppers furnished. Callat J. G. WEAVER’S, 317 Pa avenue, opposite Browns’ Hotel. dec 13—Yanl AUCTION SALES. AILIFF SALE —BY VIRTUE OF AN order of distrain from Hugh Gelston against the goods and chettles of Denton 8. Porter, to sat- isfy rent due and in arrears, I will expose at pub- He sale, op the 19th day of December, 1855. at 11 o'clock a. y in the wee meson aero the corner of Sixth street nue: th “the city + mn, to the highest bidder for cash, two a! 5 dec7—5* WM. CAMMACK, Jr., Bailiff. The above sale is postponed until RSDAY, the 20th inst., at the same bour and piace. WM. CAMMACEK, Jr., Bailiff. dec 14 —5t# By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auctioneer. XCELLENT FURNITURE & HOUSK- -—On TUESDAY oy case Pianoforte, by Parkhurst & Co., Rosewood case Parlor Melodeon Wainut plush-covered Parlor Suite Mab: y hair-cloth covered Sofas and Chairs Marble top centre and fancy Tables Parian Marble Pitchers Vases and Ornaments Reception Chairs, Whatnot, Ottomans Double and sngie cotage Bedstds le an Wardrobes, Bureaus, Washstands Feather Beds, Boisters and Pillows Hair and husk Mattresses, Comforts Looking-» lasses, Clocks, Toilet Sets Brussels, Three-ply and Yngrain Carpets Stair C: 13, O| , Rugs, Shades Walnut extension Table, Sideboard Dining Chairs, Lounges, side Tables Handsome dinner, dessert and tea Ware Silver- plated Tea Set, Wailers and Cake Baskets Britannia Tea Set, Castors, Table Cutlery, &c. ae with a generel assortment of Kitchen re- ufsites. Tans: $30 and under cash; over that sum a credit of 60 and 90 days, for satisfactorily eu- dorsed notes, bearing interest dec 12—d J. C. McGUIRE, Auct St I EH t= 2 ALUABLE KEAL ESTATE AT PUB lic Sale.—By virtue of a decree of the Circui- Court of Montgou» county, Md., sitting as at Court of Equity, in the cause of Waters vs. Wa- ters, and others. the subscriber, as trustee, will offer at Public Sale, on MONDAY, the i7th Dec , at 11 o’clock, on the premises, (if fair, if not, the next fair day.) the real estate of which the late Dr Cyrus Waters, died siezed, containing about 40 acres more or less. ‘This property is situated near the village of Unity, and is a desirable residence for any person wanting a small Farm, and is a good location for a Physician, being in a weil settled neighbor- hood. The buildings are all new, having been built since 1847, and consist of a two-story Stone Dwelling, Barn and Stable. Meat and Carriage honse and Deiry. The Land is well divided into fields and under good fencing The terms of sale are: One-third cash on the day of sate, the residue in one and two equal an nual instalments, with interest from the day of sale, the interest te be paid annually, and the whole to be secured by the single bills of the pur- chaser, with sureties to be approved by the trus- tee; onthe paymentef the whole purchase money, the undersigned wil! convey the ae zt § to the purchaser at his cost, free and clear of all of the Parties to the cause, and those claiming by from cranderthem. RICHARD P. JACKSON, dec 10—6t bd Trastee. Po sian ES ee ee ata By WALL, BARNARD & CO., Auctioneers EREMPTORY SALE—A Seantifal Cot- tage Residence at Public suction.—On TUESDAY afternoon, the 18th instant, at 3 o’clock, in front of the preniises, we will is without reserve, Lots E and F. in Square 500 sub- division on 4% <treet, between K and L sts., west side, improved with a beautiful two story and at- tic frame Cottage, nearly new, not having been built over one year. It contains seven rooms, pantries, &c The location is good and in a fast improving part of the city. The attention of those in want of a good and ‘well built house is especially invited to attend Title guarantied. Sale positive. Terms: One-half cash; the remainder in 6 and 12 months, for notes bering faterest, secured by a deed of trust on the premises WALL, BARNARD & CO., dec 11-dt (intel) Auctioneers, By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auctioneer. EREMPTORY SALE BY CATALOGUE of Valuable Collecti f Vil Paintings. On MONDAY afternoon, December I7th. at 4 o'clock, at the Saloon over Farnham’s Bookstere, I sbail sell, without ea choice coll.ction of valuable Oil Paintings, acient end moderna masters, being selections by a gentieman of great taste. Among the ancient masters will be found some fine syecimeas of Bassano, Daminichino, Hiutenburgh, Jordew, Del Saste, Meeli, Polem: ‘Tempeste, Kyadoles pe indore ebook willbe founl some beautiful srecimens of Robbe, Battalia, Verbochoven. !.ee, Herring, jr, Rob- erts, F. Wilifes, A. Van Willies, and mawy others. The Paintings are on free exhibition dally till sale. ieee $50 and under cash; over that suma credit cf #0 and 90 days, for satisfactorily endorsed otes, bearing interest. dec 2d = J.C. MeGUIRE, Auct. RUSTEE’ iza Eldred, vs. Thomee Eldred and ers, in the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County. sitting as a Court of Equity, November term, 1555 By virtue of a decree of the Circuit Court for Price Georze’s county, sitting as a Court of Equity, passed in the above cause, on the four- teenth day of November, eighteen hundred and fifty-five, the undersigned, as Trustee, will expose at public sale, at Beltsville, Prince George’s co., M d,on THURSDAY, the 20th day of De cen instant, at the hour of twelve o'clock, m., if fair, if not, cn the next fair day thereafter, the Real Estate of which the late Daniel Eldred d'ed seized and possessed, supposed to contain one hundred acres, more crless. This property ad- joius the land of Mr. John W. Prown, and is dis- tant about one and a-half miles from Beltsville ; is located ina healthy and pleasant neighborhood; coay-aient to church and mill: is we'l adapted to the growth of the products of the county, and is well wooded and wetered. The bu'ldings are comfortable, and amply suf- ficient for the uses of a small ewe The terms of sale, as preseribed by the decree, are as follows: ‘fwo hundred dollars to be paid in cash on the day of sale, or on the ratification thereof by the court; and the residue in one and two years thereafter, in equal instalmenis, to be secured by the notes of the purchaser, with secu- roved by the Trustee. The cash payment is to bear interest from the day of sale until paid. Upon the Je enact the entire pur- chase money, with the interest thereon, the Trus- tee will execute to the purchaser or purchasers a deed, in fee simple, conveying unto him the land to him sold, free, clear and discharged of all claim of the oe, —_ — cee par hag or yersons C. my , from or unde \e a ad ‘c's. KEECH, Trustee. Upper Marlboro’, December 5, 1855. dec 11—3tawts By JAS. C. McGUIRE. Auctioneer. REAT SALE BY CATALOGUE OF G Rare and Beautiful London Books just received irom a celebrated London House. On MONDAY evening, ecember i7th, at 6 o’clock, on the first floor of the Auction Rooms, I shall sell, without reserve, a large and valuable invoice of Books just received from ‘‘LumLty,”? London. Amongst them are Maximillian, trav- els in the interior of North America, large 4to., with numerous fine Engravings ; also, the folio Atlas, containing 51 splendid plates, pub- =z rity, to be ap} lisher’s price $25; transactions of the London Antiquarian Society, most interesting and valua- ble papers, with beautiful plates; Dictionary of Chemical and Philosophical Apparstus; Trans- actions of the Society of Arts; Panoramic View} of Regent’s Pari, highly and beautifull yjeolored yublisher’s price three guineas; large Historical ap of Palestine, colored, on canvass, in leather case; Outlines from the Ancients; Museum Crit- eum ; Johnson’s Typographia or Printer’s In- structor, with a multitude of cuts; Complete Works of John Hunter, including Lectures on Surgery, with notes; 4to Atlas and fine plates ; Sir UG. Head’s Tour tn Rome; Great Western Railway, with splendid artistic plates of Tunnels, Bridges, Stations, &c , in the hi whest style of Li- phic art; Goldsmith’s Works, Froissart, » Ci , Spstematic Education, &c., to- gether with a large and valuable collection of de- sirable works, many of which are splendidly il lustrated. Catalogues may be had at the counting room ‘Terms cash. J.C. McsUIRE, Auct. dec 10— ARSHAL’S SALE.—Ly virtue of two writs of Fieri Facias, issued from the Clerk’s of- fice of the Cireuit Court of the District of Colum- bia for the county of W: ton, and to me di- rected, I shail expose to public sale, for cash, on WEDNESDAY, the 19th of Decesaber acat, at 12 o'clock, m , before ‘he Court-house of said county, the following described property, to wit: All the right, title, and interest of James Crat- chett in and to Lot No. 3 in Square No. 683, to- with all and a the improvements ,in the etty of Washin, » Seized and levied upon as the proj of James Crutchett, and will be sold to sat udicials, etc., 144 and pd etl cortege: 65, Still & Letson against ‘rute! y i JONAH D. HOOVER, Marshal for the District of Columbia nov 86 —dts 185 MORELY HAS JUST RECEIVED, from New York, another lot of fashion- able MILLINERY, which will be opened on Saturday, at her rooms, 301 Penney’ avenue, up stairs. N, B.—Apprentices wanted. REPORTED FOR THE EVENING STAB. Baltimore Markets. Barrmmonn, Deo. 15.—Flour is firm and un- —— Howard street $8.75; City Mills at $8.50. Wheat adesty Sed geome # rates; good to me reds $1 8001.90; ‘to prime white os, ee Corn is a lower; new white ai%c.; yellow 75a8le. Provisions are Soa Beef is dull Baltimore pecked mess 18.00. Bacon light supply; old hams 13ic. Pork; mess $20 a 21. aLard in bbls 124; in kegs 13.0 13¢e. Butter is ome upward; roll 20 @ 24o; Glades ane Goshen 28 a 300. New York Markets. New Yor, Dec. 15.—Flour is firm; sales of 4,500 <i Btate $8.50; good Ohio $8.75; Southern $9.62. Wheat is firm; sales of 2,500 bushele South- ern white at $2.15. Corn is firm; sales of 2,500 bushels Western mixed, 99c. Porkis dull; sales of 250 bbis, at $19.50 Beef has declined; sales of 150 bbis, at $15 Lard is firm; sales of 150 bbis at 12;. Aloe is a trifle lewer; sales of 150 bbic. al - E CALL ATTENTION TO OUR MAG- a ee stock of te og rahe —_ s, elegant pure Silver Sets, Pitch. ers, Gobiets, Wail " , Forks, " and every other artucle of Table Silver Ware, Silver Card Cases, Portmonnaies, fine Fans, &c. Also, extra heavy plated Albata Goods and su- perior Table Cutlery Gold Fpectacies and Eye Glasses of va- every riety. Particular attention p2id to the selection ot een ee ee ‘ossessing every: , we are ecute in the best manner the articles in our line. M W. GALT & BRO. No. 324 Pa. avenue, between $n and 10th sts dec 8—tf TO THE LADIES UTCHINSON & MUNRO WILL OPEN, at their Millinery and Pancy Store, on Saturday morning next, Deeember 15, at \0 o’clock, another case of those supe- rior and handsome New York HATS, lust case of which sold co rapidly, and bas given such general satisfaction. We cordially invite the ladies to call and in- spect our stock, both in the Millinery and Fancy line. HUTCHINSON & MUNRO, 310 Pa ave., between 9th and ith sts dec 13-lw A CARD TO THE LADIES. M RS. M_&. DARR & MISS £. ©. HICKEY, FASHIONABLE MILLINERYand DRESS MAKING, No. 510 Penn avenue, second door westof Adams & Co.'s Exrress Ofice BASQUES, CLOAKS AND TALMAS made in the best and latest style, at the shortest notice N. B.—Chiidren’s Dresses made to order. Just received, a lot of splend d French Head- Dresses and Bouguets. Cutting and F; done at the shortest notice dec 13—7t* SLT’S, ALLEN’ R°UBSINS, and LAW rence & Co.'s Po revolving hammer, five and six barrel PISTOLS. Also, a good ax+ort- ment of single barrel Pistols, from 75 cents to #5 each. Americaa RAZORS of the best quality, every razor warranted. For sale by E. K. LUNDY, decil No. 128 Bridge street, Georgetown. KIRK WCOD HOUSE. HE PROPRIETORS BAVE THE PLEAS- ure to announce tnat they have made many improvements to their HOTEL, oe acco! with the advancement and re- finement of the age. They give their sole care and attention to its management, with an unspar- ing regard to the wants and comfort of guests, at the usual and established rates of firet-class boteis J.H.& A.W. KIRKWOOD dec 8—Im : TO THE LADIES. AVING INDUCED MADAM DEVO, OF New York and Paris, to exhibit her choice and very superior MILLINERY for afew days at our house, we hope this effort, will meet their a nage and induce their presence at the opening, on Monday next. Should this be encouraged, it will not cause our exertions to relax in endeavoring to please We also call attention to fresr supplie’ of MU- SIC, PERFUMERY, COSMET! &e , &c THE LAKES, 501 Pa nue, near Adam’s Express. GEIGER’S H Raa Ld yond 4 NG ‘i Fe 2 OTHERWISE Go Saat inprdt A’ desi ing exorolse and amusement, Uni Jat those trons and gentlemen and strangers are requested to give me a call, assuring them that wil meet with a receplion not elsewhere to be found uri avenue, near 6th stroet wees. It is situated on nov 30—1im* REMOVAL. HE SUBSCRIBER WOULD MOST Rb- spectfully inform his customersand the blic gene y, that he hes removed his Store from the south to the north side of Pa avenue, between Eleventh and Twelfth streets, where he wili keepafall and well-select assortment of the best and jatest stvle of FRENCH CLOTHS, CASSIMERES. VESTINGS, AND GENTLEMEN’S FURNISHING GOODS. As the excellent business will enable him te doa much larger business, be feels assured that he cfm furnish Gentlemen’s Garments on mor- moderate terms than heretofore. Having practised for a number of years in Germany, England anc France, he is confident that hecan — all those ‘who may favor him with a call ‘eeling grate- fu) for past favors he solicits a continuance of the same. @. F. SCHAFER. nov 12 Merchant Tatlor. ACOULTRE & ROGERS’S RAZUFS — 4 We have a fin> assortment of theabove named RAZOKS, to which we call the attention of gen- tlemen who wish to haye an easy shave. Also, STRO PS of the most approved makes, SHAVING CREAM, SOAPS, and everything requisite fora entleman’s toilet. 2 Tt. gk omnes pA = o Fancy Goods end. av., nov 33-7 Under Brown’s Hotel. HATS!—HATS: TEW YORK WINTEK STYLES OF Beebe, Learv, Genin, with other fash- fonable Gentlemen’s Dress HATS, a full d complete assortment at = LANE’S Hat, Cap And Gent’s Furn. Store, 494 Pa. avenus dec 3—tf COMFORT AND ELEGANCE 4 | WDD & CO. , ARE PREPARED TO SHOW their extensive assortment of RICH FURE, comprising the most fashionable styles now ir LE. MARTIN, NK CHINCHILLA, AND FITCH, in Talmas, Mantflles, Vietorines, Muffs. and Cuffs, and other styles, which are offered for sale at very mederate Prices atthetr fashionable HAT, CAP and FUR Establishment, west end Browne Marble Hotel, Pa. avenue nov 2 BOYS’ AND YOUTHS' CLOTHING. E HAVE NOW THE LARGEST, BEST and chea| stock af Youths’ and Boys’ WINTER CLOTHING ever offered in this city, toavhich we particularly invite the attention of yurchasers erally, assuring all who favor us me call SD accommodate them cn the most reasonable terms. WALL & STEPHENS, No. 322 Pe. av, bet. 9th and 10th sts. nov 28 (int, News & Alex Gaz) PXEscorr’s REIGN OF PHILLIP the Second, 2 vols Miss Buckley’s Book: The testimony of an es- caped novice from the sisterhood of St. Jo seph, Emmettsburg, Md, 1 vol Smucker'’s Memoirs of v vols Backerilles Poetry of Germany, a selection, with the English and German on opposite pages, 1 vol Edith — or Sketches of Life in Virginia, one vol Florence Dombey, by Dickens, 1 vol Oliver and the Jew, do do ae do sere FRANCK TAYLOR. La ah MERICA—A NEW WEEKLY Yue Satirical Paper, splendidiy {!'vs- trated with drawings from the pencils of all the first class American artists. The o of Con- tributors will include the ey of the best Lit- erateurs in the Union, and pal or of the paper will be that of a free-spoken, honest, independent P. at war the follies, abuses, and evils of the time, never indulging in vage on ee the purest tasie. Sent your o. SHI mange led - Bookselling and Stationery Estabiishment, Odeon Building, corner Pa. av. and 4% st. dec 12 Te JANNY FERN'’S NEW BUOK— F ROSE CLARK, by ~ author of Ruth Hall, at thi = . JOE SHLLLINGTON, Odeon Building, cor. 4} st. and Pa. ave. deo 7—tf dec 6~