Evening Star Newspaper, December 22, 1855, Page 3

EVE ING STAR. FOR SALE AND RENT. "LOCAL INTELLIGENCE,» A BRICK COTTAGE IN THE WEST END. OUR GIFT RECORD. For rent, near the corner of 13th and H sts., peg a fine eetiprudet Margery a ani furnished. at the prem- ises. - rey dec reais is We continue our index of places where pur- | Christmas dinner incomplete without the in- chases appropriate to the festive season can | evitable pores fi Especially, we would re- be made, and fer particulars refer our readers | commend purchasers to look to what they are to our advertising columns. All of the best | buying uy only of responsible dealers, or OR RENT —TWO OR THREE FURN- business firms in Washington advertise in the ae may get a fowl, affair, ished or Unfurnished Rooms at No. 409 G strect, near the Patent Office. Apply to Mrs. lack, slim: Star rouzht from the North or West, ae which, having “outlived its usefulness,” has been GEIGER. 21-1w* Fo RENT—A FURNISHED ROOM, AT 310 Pa. avenue. dec 20—tf Good cheer is indispensable at Christmas- | restored to something like the natural color. asa achewiahis gacaal will not only | and the bad odor removed by being soaked in fill the larder at home, but see that bis poor | alum water. Look out for such poultry, as it neighbors have some creature-comfor‘s. We | is too ‘‘tender” by half. The presen R RENT—THE COTTAGE AND FUR- niture, No. 4191 street, between 10tb and 11th ite the temptation to specul toinduige f W. H. Bryan._oppost = area ion to s ators Suns era & ean: Pennsylvania | in ‘aah rascalities. Asott Tertsys.—Centre market was re- markably full thie —- and well supplied, but prices were high. Turkeys, especially, riz and promise to be rezeer! “Ordinary tur- keys were selling for two dollars this morning, or about twenty cents a pound. Such prices come home feelingly to those who consider a GROCERIES. streets, containing nine rooms. Enquire on - ises. ” deo 17—lw* [CE HOUSE FOR RENT—THAT LARGE brick Ice House, situated at the corner of Vir- Barbour & gin'a avenue and Lith street, Island. For terms e ; E. C. White & Co.; . Ps poe and Wm. McL. Cripps, opposite the | Crnaxax Covrt.—After we left yesterday, apply oo R. ASHBY, at Perry & Brothers. Bank of Washington; Thompson & Hamilton, | Gilbert Uusties and Elizabeth Hall, guilty of OOMS TO LET—A FURNISHED PAR- -on & Co. They all have excellent | riot; sentenced to end S. Bacon £ Co “ d lor and Chamber (including fire and gas) y 4 e ten days in jail. Morgan assortments of household supplies, dried fruits, for defence preserves, pickles, the best quality of ingredi- Elizabeth Bell, Eleanora Davis, Martha ents, for mince pies, cakes, and plum-pud- | Butler, and Henrietta Ingraham, were found dings, with wines, liquors, cordials, and other | guilty of riot, and each sentenced to one month ingredients of the wassail-glass. in jail. Wharton for defence. JEWELRY AND PANCY ARTICLES. harles White was found guilty of larceny. In widition to the firms mentioned yester- | Bradley for defence. A day, we would invite an inspsction of the as- | Sarah Dorsey, colored, was convicted of wortments of Chauncey Warriner, Brown’s | larceny and sentenced to one year in the pen- Hotel; Wm. F. Bayly 5 Wall, Barnard & Co.; | itentiary. Bradley for defence. Tro floor, within one square of the Kirkwood House. = at the office of the Kirkwood House. Parlor and several Bedroo; Wm. Grupe’s Confectionery Store, No. 415 Penn. avenue opposite Jackson Hall dec 4— A. Green; Ford & : nearly opposite the | Nelson Simms, colored, was found guilty of se Sar ofice; ted CW Buteie, fron aiding | sod sontenad one year in Ja. Carell | ya tench Wi oes ae pin 5 s These who cannot afford to purchase rare | Mason for defence. 9 the conveniences of water, gas, furnaces, gems, gold watches, or silver ware, can make and finished recently in every de} nt, with Fire.—A fire oecurred last night at the house of the Rev. J. W. French (of the Church of the Peipkeny) upon Thirteenth street, between @ and H. It was first dis- gift investments in every variety of rich plated is, East India China, rich papier mache goods, superb gilt goods, elegant French por- eelain, Parian marble goods, rosewood articles, - portmonnaies, children’s games, pear! tablets, covered in the wardrobe. . and travelling cases. At Savage's, on the| _ The ‘‘Franklin’’ company, owing to its po- avenue, we also noticed some exquisite feather | Sition, was first on the ground, and other com- heuahes, de. ing rapidiy up and all working with alacrity, what first promised to be an extensive confla- ation was speedily subdued. The Hook and adder company was present and rendered valuable assistance. It was pleasant to see the different companies working harmoniously side by side, and separating with perfect good feeling. Would that it were always thus’ Ixp1an Detrcation.—A delegation of Chip- pewa Indians, eleven in number, arrived in this city last evening and are etopping at Maher's hotel. On Monday they will wait on the Commissioner of Indiam Affairs The Chief rejoices in the musical name of Wah Bah-Goosh. Among them is the charming daughter of another distinguished chieftain. Taz Boomer sendsJus a piquant and able reply to “Sally Sunflower,’’ containing a pro- position. Although we know that our lady readers will be impatient tc learn what this is, wecannot find space for it until Monday. The lists will then be opened, the trumpets sounded, and the fair combatants regularly engaged. Meanwhile the gentlemen ean look on aud applaud. Tux Coitection or Toys, &c., at the store We have a score of artists in the Distriet | of Richey & Co., 492 Seventh street, is proba- hard atwork. The placesto yur- | bly the largest and most varied that can be some frames wherein to enshrine | found in the city—a visit there reminding one , are Jobn Wagnér’s or Francis | of the fabulous home of Kriss Kringle himself, surrounded by everything suitable for presents DAGUERREOTYPES. for ladies or gentlemen, boys or girls Their Vannerson. at his Daguerrean gallery, on | advertjsement will inform the reader of addt- Penn. avenue, between 4¢ and 6th streets, and | tional particulars, and of the fact that their Stewart, over Galt & Bros., get up life-like | stock is being disposed of at unusually low portraits in an artistic style. prices. BOOKS. Courr or Crais.—Yesterday, A. Adamson. on 7th street opposite the Post | ment in behalf of the claimant in Ofice Department, has a great variety of gift beok-. rich in illustration and beautiful in ding. taste LER, corner avenue and 7th st. dec 1— and other parts of the ci’y, on terms accommodat- ing to purchasers. a DRY GOODS. Wives, sisters, and sweethearts, are de- lighted with selections from the extensive as- sortments of Clagett, Newton, May & Co.; Walter Harper; Colley & Sears; Egan & Son; Riley; andy R. B. Hall, on Seventh street. They have’ silks, satins, fancy dry goods, talmas, shawls, flounced silk dress patterns, with many other tempting presents. GENTS’ FURNISHING GOODS. Besides the stores mentioned yesterday, we world invite attention to the Assortment of W Tucker. Duvall & Brother, Joseph L. Savage, P. Young, and P. J. Steer on Seventh street. BOOTSJAND SHOES. A good understanding can applied by S. P. Hoover in Iron Hall, or John Mills, at Brown's Hotel. Their supplies are not only fashionably but substantantialiy made. GOING, GOING, NOT GONE. J.C. McGuire has a great many books and fancy articles, which he sells at low rates, with his wonted humor and vivacity. Those who bave articles to be sold know whois the popular auctioneer PICTURE FRAMES. Exchange Office. dec 1—Sw D. MYERLE. lors and Chambers, with board. nov 27—tf SMITH’S, 233 F street. 462 10th street, responsible tenant Apply at the dwelling, 468. nov 27—tf > between 4 and 6th streets. THOMPSON, HAM dec 15—eolw ly to TON & CO. Warehouse now in the occupancy of Mr. H streets, immediately opposite Forrest Hall, January next. Apply to BLADE) Cox’s Row, Georgetown, D. C. nov 22-eo6w* nue, No 424, near the corner of 4% street. at CHAS. H. LANE’S Gent’s Furnishing Store. nov 22-eotf able dimensions for b ings. fast com! the argu- | They will the case of Dennis Cronan vs the United sates, was re- sumed by Hon. Philip Philips, who was fol- lowed on behalf of the Government by the So PIANOS AND MUSIC licitor Hon. Mr. Philips closud iue argu- The musical depot, in the Star Buildings, is | ment, and the casewas submitted for the de- well © a visit. The assortment of pianos | cision of the court; when the Court adjourned aud music is extensive. until the 2d of January. Beavtirct Excravixes.—Call and exam- ine the fine collection of engravings on sa) for a few days at No. 500 Pennsylvania ave- ¥ ey had a delightful time. Weber's | nue, between Second and Third streets. They Martial and Quadrille Band discoursed excel- | are by the Lest English and French engravers, lent music, to the strains of which ‘‘the merry | from the first masters in the world, and are dance prevailed’’ until an early hour in the | doubtless the best collection ever offered in morning. Washington. A stalwart Indian, in full war plumage, Jor Suituisaton has presented the Rev. was the partner of a fair representative of | Mr. Meister, of the new Four-and-a-half etrect Columba, attired in the stars and stripes, {{aland) Church, with a eplended copy of the with the Jowuet rouge of Liberty surmounting | Bible. Mr. Shillington for several years has ber ra urls. A Dandy, obsequiously ex-| made a Practice of presenting every new quisite, pirouetted with a Quaker maiden, | church with acopy of the Bible. The dedi- whose merry eyes were strangely at variance | cation of this church takes place to-morrow. with her prim attire. A Anight, in flashing er armor, was duly attentive to his pretty ¢. An Irishman, with his shillalah. was the guardian of two bewitching Scotch Las- A Polish Lancer, in full uniform, was the partner of e fair representative of dra- matic beauty. Buckingham was as gallant ss was his prototype. Nochester wasa fit dis- tirleot his merry monarch. A Spanish Ca- paid especia! attention to the senoritas. x tes base Continental Officer “ presented arms’’ to sepepptads: it abbee—Soie ie the fair on A Chinese was dressed “to a U7 Nenh Walker & Ce., Marble Hall T,;” anc a Japanese, with a fine bouquet, was | Clothing Bmporium, Browns’ Hotel Building, respectfully by no means “exclusive” in his attentions. | 7acnnce that Senke te tee Laem bad joni A Scotch Lad was the partner of a charming | ment of COATS, TALMAS, OVEBRSACKS, SURTOUTS, beauties, in various costumes, bent on | ten who stody excellence with ecousmy tn fughionatio we, ary ticles of dress an opportunity {s now offeret fur selecting fessor Munder, in a splendid Cavalier’s menace oe en oe s*, was watchful as to who were admitted, and attentive to those who stood the test. We he will repeat this pleasant style of en- and that more will participate in north, opposite Patent Ontice. dec 13—eolm on the first fleer, elevated 5 feet above the a few yards east of the State from 15th st. N. B —Board may be had if desired. dec 13—co2w D. A. GARDNER. Tae Masqverade.—A select and brilliantly i party of ‘‘ merry masquers’’ met last at Professor Munder’s Assembly Hall, nished parlor and two furnished chambers. dec 20—-TTh&ste Bridge, or 24% miles from Centre Market, wit easy access by Washington and Alexandria turr- ike, or Alexandria Canal, which touch the place. and meadows. Also, about 800 fruit trees of va- Warcn Retvrys.—Isaac Seamore and wife for profanity, dismissed. > Beautiful Portraits.—Trne to the life and unrivalled as specimens of the finsat of all arta, are the DAGUERRSOTYPES taken by VANNERSON. He bas re cently purchased a large stock of Cases, of every size and style, Which form most appropriate and beautifel settings situations. ‘The improvements consist of a House of 8 rooms, beside garret an: se dairy and market farm. Persons desiring to purchase can get further in- formation by applying to BURKE & HERBERT, Alexandria, or to the subscriber on the premises. Terms liberal. EDW. B. POWELL. nov 12—eotf ——$—$——— Fee RENT—A WELL-FURNISHED suite of Kooms, a parlor and two Bed Chambers on one floor. rind to No. 217 Penn. avenue, be- tween 14th and 15th streets. nov 20-tf third rid with or without furniture Apply to GEO. WILLNER’S Paper-hanging Store, Ninth sireet. sep W—tf OTS FOR SA LE.—3WO OR THREE ood Bull Lots in a rapidly improving neighborhood for sale on tem years’ credit. A plytoJ. H. DRURY. dy 21. AND W‘RRANTS BOUGHT and SOLD. i” Minzesota!—Mr. James Starkey, of St. Panl, is now in Washington, ou business in connection with the General Land Office, and will be prepared to trans- act any bosiness fn connection with Raat Esra: fu the above delightful Territory. He ts prepared to make arrange mente for the purchase of alarge amount of Lax> WagsanTs upon equitabie terms. Those Laving ~ to di of would do wel! to conanlt Mr. 8. before sacrificing them. A per- uver.—Yesterday, Hon. Ge of Indiana, Hon. W. L. Underwood, ky, Albert B. Casswell, E of N_ | #908 interview is solicited. Address, Kirkwood House. ee gone pg ia paying from 6 7; . , Eag., of N. BarERE 3 i ¥., and Zebulon Baird, Esq., of Indiana, Hos. W. 4. GOBM%, Governor of Minnesota, hak wheeler aa el CHUBB BROTHERS, C2, Washington, D.C. SMITH, Alton, Uiltuols. imitted to practice as atturneys and ors of this court. dec 20-1w Bankers. Ja MITFORD, Seq.” New York. s sien of Cie deuvt ia the-eaes of Maes zo pankorst be Paul. OKE FOR SALE, IN LARGE QUANTI- uel Verden vs. Isaac Coleman, was delivered | ‘*™—** ties, at reduced rates. Apply at the office of the Gas Company, corner of 8th st. and ABAS, WORK BOXES, CHINA GOUDs, CARD CASES, PORTEMONNAIES, &c., at 306 Pa avenue, between 9th and 10th streets. dec 20 JOHN F. ELLIS. LLIS’S, 3066 PA. AVENUE, BETWEEN Ninth and Tenth streets, is the place to go to buy your HOLIDAY GOODS. dec 20 FEATHER DUSTERS. VERY LARGE SUPPLY OF THOSE beautiful BR USHES have jrst been received by the subscriber, manufactured to Lis order, for housekeepers and public ofices, some extra large by Justice Campbell, dismissing the writ of Fe! ln hurr aac fend — » = th lecre: i it ach resemblance us “Kan ’* of = ae <a court ot Indiana Frases, as the adsitraied OWEWNG TOBA G00 aeaally of @ fin Tee. fered bear’ genuine A ARTICLE, 00) he opinion of th i NETT & BEERS, ot Bichmond. Th eopiuion of the court in the case of Isaac Dance ae Shetek ok Gea & ‘io a awry hed the sloop ro — the manufacturers ofthe Bate they have opportuuittea of sscuz- tate arylend, was delivered b: ustice | ing the “frst pick” of the choicest crops, aud they confi- s cna the % treuit | det tlamen who may order from them that th — ee ed pong of the circuit | Tiirarnish as article which will elictt ther warment cnet eurt of Maryland with costs. meudatioa. , The opinion of the court im the case of John | _ 1c be seat in acy quanthy desired, by express or other. G Graham vs. Alexander Bayne, was delive nov 19—Lm ered by Justice Grier, reversing the judg- ment of cireuit court of Illinois, with costs. and remanding the case with direetions to awa: snire facias de novo. MARRIED, On the 20th instant, at the Chapel of the Theo logical Seminary of Virginia, by the Rev Wm. The oy mof the court in the ease ef Ne- Mem D.D oe Rev. JULIUS E. GRAM- | for public buildings. Also, a very fine article iat : r, a a polished work. ey are offered miab C ton ws. the brig Ann C. Pratt, | M&@, of Washington, to BESSIK, daughter of | pictures an L. B. Pratt ~ ersten pended be ~ the officiating . —_ wholesale o retail, at New York prices. JOB. L. SAVAGE, Sign of Gilt Saw, Pa. avenue, between 10th and Lith streets. dec 20—6t (latel& News) HOLIDAY PRESENTS. Por useful things and things for sport tice Nelson, affirming the decision of the eir- Cuitcourt of Maine, with costs. Ex parte, in the matter of William Wells, és a fur habeas corpus. The mo- in @ was argued in its faver by ho was followed in opposiaion | afternoon, at 2 Digp, In this city, on the 2ist instant, WALLACE MURRAY, third son of Benedist and Martha Milbura, in the 8th year of his age. His funeral will take place to-morrow | ecomng e’cloek, from the residence of t ; his parents, on 5th street west, between G and H The gay and curious here resort. Avomey General. ited | stents north. The relatives and frends of the | PHICHEY & CO, NO 49 SEVENTH, RE- Beate: f See een family are respectfully invited to attend, * tween D and E streets, respectfully announce * use of James Mackey et af , vs. Réeh In Georgetown, on the 20th instant, Mr. JOHN | to their customers and the public in general, that ari8 Coxe. was resumed by Mr. Carlisle. * HILTON, tu the 70th year of his age The court then adjourned. His funeral will take place from his late resi- dence on Con; street, neat Water, on to-mor- they have received a of TOYS and other e and beautiful selection ANCY GOODS, which P; 2o’clock. The fr Pte | NB To THE LADIES We 1 Pivg Arts —Visitir i is | row (Sunday) at 2 0’clock. ‘lends o! e .B— ELA a ye are nowclox Morr of nae PBbrga a keen pore family are invited. out the entire balance of rich DRESS TRIM- : In this city, on the 22d instant, after a protract- | MINGS, EMBROIDERIES, LACES, & , ata = “* appearently well content with the pat- ed illness, Mr MICHAEL DOOLEY, in the 5ét! reat reduction from former prices, as we are ae Sey Gre receiving from an appreciating | yeer of a Mr. D. was an old and faithful Shout to change the character of our business. Public. TW. Wood at the National, was | officer of the United States Senate, and he has, by} dec 20—6t ng a spirited patriotic sketch, in oils. does ———— pepe de eon fora : siplarcasre i saape . oe bese His funeral will take place at 8t. Peter’s Church me of ies “+ vi Seas ‘4. in | Cpitel Hill, on Monday, the 2ith instant, at 9 2 Mr. Riggs. Henry Willard, in | o:cjock a.m. His friends and acquaintances are ae uiiding with Vannerson, was at work on | invited to uttend. (Intel& Union) eurtrait, in oils, of the Hon. Mr. De Witt, On the 2ist instant, M. FRANK HOWARD, ef Mass, Uscar Bessau was sketching a pie- aged 13 months, infant son of T. J. and Sallie Ma- ‘uresiue Canadian scene, in oils, from an ori- | gruder. @2al sketch—and we saw st the frame makers | — ¢ study from nature, just finished by ‘au, who has a studio at Georgetown. Open for a Few Days Only! SPLENDID GALLERY OF CHGICE ENGLISH AND FRENCH ENGRAVINGS, At No. 500 PernsyLvania AVENUE, between 2d and 3d streets, SELLING OFF AT COST In consequence of the declining health of the proprietor he isclearinz out his splendid collection of the Fine Arts, regardless of cost Parites furnishing or desirous of making Ele- gantand Cheap HOLIDAY PRESENTS should HOLIDAY GooDs. SILVER AND PLATED WARE. DIAMONDS, Watches, Jewelry, &e. Nartowar Taare —To-night is the second +5_E Murdoch, who will appear in two W. GALT & EEO RAVE an pap rh pein ed cha ic imeters, “* Young Mirabel” and ‘+ Vapid.’ © received an unusu: — Goubs $$ ® predict for him as large a house, if not RICH AND ELEGA) RegkING HORSES, PROPELLERS, and arger played SLEDS, from $1.25 to $20. A beautiful as- sortment just received, at JOS. L. SAVAGE’S, for the caching holidays, comprising all the Rew stylec of Seen ankatee RICH JEWELRY. than on Wednesday last, when he Hamlet, which waa considered the Sef d’ouvre ‘of thisseason. There is none wh be Roman and Florentine Meszics, Sions and Shell Sign of Gilt Saw, “* teak higher than Mr. Mardoch, as an Cameos, fine Coral goods, together with a large Pa. avenue, between 10th and Lith streets. Paty nd reader. In both piects the full } assertment of nov 20—6t (latel& News) “eat < w 8 A ant tet A neha ead ESS There will bes parteretees a Chnennsen | fall the Basins See ORTHERN POTATOES, APPLES, ON- Right at which tinke the “* Lost Ship,”* (which | , 4"#0,—Solid Silver Tea Urns, Pitchers, IONS, &c. 100 bbls. Peach Blow POTATOES 50 do Golden skin ONIONS Received and for sale corner of 7th street and Goblets, Waiters, Cups, Forks, ea and the greatest variety ef a Silver Ware suitable for Presents M. W. GALT & BRO., “8 been ‘Underlined for some time.) will be Played, with other attractions. 3M Penn. av , between 9th and 10th sts. Maryland avenue, Island. ne Baxo, Wars, goes the crackers, bon dee 21-3t 200 bbls No. 1 Baldwin Apples to arrive. Wes, and rockets, set off at every coruer of the | 7, 6ST OFF CLOTHING bovGu? LAD 20—3t Caer bY the hosts of juveniles who have | C*acia) slo, Cleaning ead eet AN | | ADIES’ COMPANIONS and articies of visuuas in their bones, and are trying to] Louisiana avenue, inSemmme’s uf tend ornament for the boudoir, at THE Bi ous Holmead’s Grocery. EB Pa. avenue. deo 8 will be rented together or separately during the session of Congress. The rooms ae on the first RNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT.—ONE ms for rent, over MEMBERS OF CONGRESS & OTH- and comfort. Apply to JAMES J. MIL- Louisiana PUILDING LOTS.—F OR SALE, a variety of low price building Lots located on the Island Enguireat J. E KENDALL, office between 6th and 7th streets, north side Pa. avenue, 3d story front room, over R. Morrow’s OR RENT—SEVERAL HANDSOME Par- Also. table and transient board. Inquire at Mrs. SENATORS, MEMBBRS, OR OTHER per- sons wishing a suite of Rooms or Chambers, for a mess or single persons, can be suited at No. between D and E; or the entire house will be rented on reasonable terms to a \OR RENT —THE THIRD AND FOURTH story of warehouse No. 393 Penna. avenue, OR RENT—THE SPACIOUS STORE and W. Blunt, situated on the corner of Gay and i n Georgetown, D.C. Possession given on the Ist FORREST, OR RENT.—TWO HANDSOME AND comfortable Front Roomsin Lane & Tucker’s Building, suitable for offices or lod<‘ngs, Pa. ave- Apply WOR SALE —LOTS IN THE NORTHERN Liberties ; Squares 441,442 and 447 nave been subdivided into Lots, with alleys to each, of suit- These lots lie in a pes | part of (he city—those on Seventh street ng into demand for places of business. sold on accommodating terms. Ap- ply toJNO. G. STOCK, General Ayent, F st:ect URNISHED APARTMENTS AT A VERY REDUCED PRICE.—In a private family, round, a parlor and chamber connected, and furn{shed in the beststyle Location NALD snempms rel mae & epartment and pub- lic grounds, No. 460 N. York avenue, second door OR RENT—AT NO. 335 SOUTH B ST, about two oe paths from the Capitol, a Fur- UNNYSIDE FOR SALE.—THE SUBSCRI- ber desiring to remove South, offers for sale this beautiful and highly improved farm, lying in Alexandria county, Va.,1 mile from the Long The farm contains 200 acres; 30 acres is in good timber; the balance well laid off in arable fields rious kinds, well selected and planted in suitable ‘ood Dwelling basement; a house for overseer and hands, stab!ing for horses and cattle, with necessary sheds &c., usual toa OOM FOR RENT.—A pleasant Koom in the AUCTION SALES. TELEGRAPHIC NEWS, Lo. Se By WALL, BARNARD & CO., Auctioneers. | REPORTED FOR THE EVENING STAR. EAS AT AUCTION.—On SATURDAY WAnrep—a PARLOR AND CHAMBER, Set leone ali herrea Sine ag | board: ‘ween and the 22d instant, at 10 o’clock a. m., - aps 5 isin, Pa. aven ie and G streets. Reference ce given Teas, Auction Rooms, we willsell, with: | [gr The wires have failed to supply as with and required. Address ‘‘Family,” Star out sare, 55 half-chests of superior Green and | our ysuai telegraphic news to-da; §. dec Sd eas, as— ORE: 2 as RSME 1 15 half-chests Imperial Marine Disaster ANTED—.THREE GENTLEMEN DE- Gunpowder - WwW sire board in a private family eet the De- ied ol Young Hyson Boston, Deo. 22.—The brig Frederiok W. partments. Address ‘‘Board,”’ at this office. _ dec 22—1t* Ook Wocall the attention of the trade to this lot of superior Teas, as they must be sold without re- Tve. serve. Will be added one good Dray and Harness. Horn from Georgetown, 8. C., for Kennebank, Maine, was fallen in with on the 5th instant, distressed and water-logged. The crew were ANTED—TWO WOMEN (SLAVES Preferred) for the year. One to do plain ie ot] wash, fron and do the house t 5 rere ‘sina funy in the District. Address | Terms cast. LL, BARNARD & CO, tae, ed mentee Wi at the office of the Star. wee dec 21—1t (intel) Auctioneers. MISS E. E. McDONALD ANTED TO HIRE—A WOMAN to Cook | 47> postponed om account of the weather | W7O. 70 BRIDGE STREET, GEORGET'N and to assistin washing. She must thor- | 100i 11 o'clock MONDAY morning, December is now selling off her rtock of oughly understand her business, and come well | 94, when tkey will be most positively sold, with | MILLINERY. comprising beautiful white recommended. One accustomed to a restaurant | other articles in the preeery ine ‘ and colored HATS, VELVETS SATINS, preferred. Also, a smart boy to attend table. Ap- WALL, BAKNARD & CO, FEATHERS, FLOWERS, &c.; al! of which. will be sold low to sult customers. The indie« iy invited to call and suit them- dec 23—jt Auctioneers. ma a eB" are selves, as there will be no pains spared to please, By A. GREEN, Auctioneer. ly at the El Dorado House, Pa. avenue, between Sa and 4X streets. dec 21—3t* ‘A RESPECTABLE MAN WANTS ASITUA- peak: meri F ‘OUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN FURNI- | both in style and price. Spanith Italien iA Pema Pepe ts ture, &c-, at Auction-—On THURSDAY | For rent, a large Parlor and other roems. understands other arts. Inquire of Al the 27th —— I shall sell, at the residence ofa dec 20—3t dec AR DU- BANT. 21—3t* AN TED— WANTED—WANTED—TO tleman declining housekeeping, at 10 o’clock ca , on north D a eng between bth and 7th,a ee assortment of Furniture, viz: BALTIMORE MILLINERY. 188 M. PERDUE, WISHING TO CLOSE, will sell off her elegant stock of Win- find persens in want of the following ar- ahogany and walnut plush-covered Sofas . ticles : - | Wainut plush-covered arm, castor and parlor by ev mege th = _— — reduced ee Chairs Marble top, centre, extension, dining and other Tables Cane-seat Chairs and Rockers, Andirons, Shovel and Tongs Walnut and other Bedsteads, Crib and Looking French or German Looking Glasses Portrait or Picture Frames, round, oval or square O11 Paintings, larze and sma!i Marble-top Brackett Tables, in bronze or gold. All kinds of Pictures framed, and any size Looking Glasses, or other work in the gliding linery will do well to call and examine her goods. ‘She has alsoa splendid assortment of READ. DRESSES, at her rooms, over Peaco’s Fancy Soe teeastetebges oe oe line done to order with disatch. Glasses “ 228 -X Also, a lot of cas!-iron Bracketts, suitable for | Dressing and other Bureaus, Washstands 18S MORELY HAS JUSf RECEIVED shelving, &c ,on hand, Terms moderate to suit | Window Curtains and Blinds, M from New York, another lot of fashion , the times, for cash. Chiid’s Carriage, Hearth Rugs N.B—Old Work Regilt, and Looking Glass Fine Tapestry and other Carpets ableMILLINERY, whieh will be opened on Saturday, at her rooms, 34 Pennsylvania, Plates inserted. Oilcloth, china, glass and crockery Ware avenue, up stairs. 255 Penna. avenue, o; ite Kirkwood House. | Feather Beds. Bedding oom tices wanted. - dee 19 OPPOSJOHN WAGNER. | Hair and other Mattresses Bee ws: wee With a large assortment of Kitchen Furniture, @RAYV! ED and othes articles which we decm unneces- a WANTED—TO PURCHASE FOR CASH asmall size brick dwelling honse, situated sary to enumerate. — Ay vemten a reer ae EN between 6th and 17th streets, and E — M streets Terms cash. A. GREEN, Auct. st Balti ; Ma _' val to — —— — eee ae ees dee 21— cute orders for the above ROOFING, and will By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auctioneer. sell the materials on the best of terms, and will ANTED—AFIRST RATE PLAIN COOK. | (\HRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR GIFT | £'ve tustruetions gratis to persons wishing tocom ent and moe eet fat Bho i pon 4 Books at Auction-—On MONDAY even-| ‘Ng. From vears experience will be able to cok tre Corealng hase end iserpotina ty look ing, December 2th, at 6 o'clock. at the Auction | tumish the-best article new in use. sae ooms. ! shall sell an invoice nauals, closely after the interests of heremployer. An bums, and Standard Books, in rich calf, ant ue, nov 3—im* TO THE LADIES, pt EN Cts INDUCED MADAM DEVO, OF > in part, of— ges ee “ET,” at this office. Poel re, Byron, Moore, Burns, Scott New York and Paris, to exhibit ber dec 5-tf Mrs. Hemans, Addisen, Goldemith choice and very superior MILLINERY for Spencer, Lamb, and others. Also one hundred rich Annuals, Albums, and Gift Books of different descriptions, beautifully illustrated and embellished. afew days at our house, we hope this effort will meet their es and induce their ce at the opening, on Monday next. Should this be encouraged, it will not cause our OARDING —T WO NEWLY FURNISHED Also, a lot of Gold Pens, Lockets, &e. exertions to relax in end@avoring to please in Union Row, end the immediate vicialty of tne | Terms cash. JAS. C. McGUIRE, ‘We also call attention to frest au epi of MU- Parca? dee 12 iwe | _dec2i—d Auctioneer. | SIC, PERFUMERY, COSMETICS, &e , &c. RDING —MRES. DUVALL, No.33i P "By JAS. C, MeGUIRE, Auctioneer. THE LAKES, 901 Fa avenne, Bo ING.—MRS. , No. 33i Penn- U. HOUSE sat Le dec 8 __ sear Adam’ 's Express. bia STORY FRAME inthe First Ward at Public Sale —On SATURDAY, December 22d, at 35 o’clock, on the premises, I sha!l sell part of Lot No. 6, in Square 140, fronting 12 feet 6 inches on north L street, between 18th and !%th streeis. with the im- rovements, consisting of a neat two-story frame Dwelling House. 'Tbis property is situated in the vicinity of the new Wes’ern Market-house, and is very desirable property for a smal! family Terms: One-hba'f cash; the residue in 6,12 and months, with Interesi, secured by a deed of trust on the premises. dec 19—d J. C. McGUIRE, sy! vania avenue, opposite Brown’s Hotel, has seve lJarge and desirable rooms, suitable for families or single gentlemen, which she will rent with board at moderate prices. She can also ac — six or eight table boarders. vy IOARD, &c.—_MRS. BATES, ON THE 8. W. corner of Pennsylvania avenue and 9th street is prepared to accoramodate gentlemen with rooms, whh or without board. Every effort will be made to render those comfortable who may favor her With their patronage. apo—tf AKPER'S MAGAZINE for January— Containing Little Dorrit, by Chas Dickens. Mimic L‘fe as before znd behind the curtain, by Anna Cora Kitehie, formerly Mrs Mowstt. New York Illustrated Journal for Junua: English History, No. 14, of Harper’s Story Book Arthur’s Home Hagazine for Jan 5 Godey’s Lady’s Book for January, beautifully illustrated New Games and Toy Books for Children. For sale at SHILLINGTON’S Bookseliing Establishment, Odeon Building, corner 43g street and Pa. avenue. dec 19—3 MRS. RUOFFP, Milliner, [Azz FROM NEW YORK, RESPECT- uct. "SUPERIOR ASSORTMENT MEDICAL CARD. F RICH JEWELRY GOLD WATCHES, SILVER and SILVER PLATED WARE PCTOR STANISLAS RERNISZ, Reg- fully informs the ladies of WY. ‘on &c —The subscriber respectfully informs the pub- ular Practitioner of Lecce quar aes that she has taken a store, No. 3east Capt. lic that his amsortment of goods for the season is | Co™er F and Fourteenth streets. Consultations | ¢) street, near the eastern gate of the Capitol very o@mplete, embracing— from 10 2.70 to 3 p. m. ened from | ¥2°4: where she has on hand a splend Basort- Superior GOLD WATCHES, for ladies and | ,, Doctor Stanislas He apres resi returned from | ment’ of the latest styles of WINTER BON. entlemen, fine Gold GUARDS, Vest and Fob | Ewope with limproved health, will attend to the | NETS AND CLOAKS, &o., which will be sold WAINS Practice of his profeesion. at one-balf the price usually charged in the stores Rich JEWELRY of every description. re ee heen of this city. 13—eoim* Silver TEA SETS, CUPS, SPOONS, FORK, | Der Doctor Spricht Deutseh, dec 17—1m* .— . FURS! FURS FOR CHRISTMAS! UST RECEIVED ANOTHER LARGE case of Ladies and Children’s Fancy DRESS FURS, which we will close outat New York furrier’s prices, comprising— LADLES, &c. Heavy sliver-plated C ASTORS, CAKE BAS- KETS, TEA SETS, and TABLEWARE gene- rally. ali of which he will sell on the most favorable terms SAMUEL LEWIS, 250 Pa. avenue, bet. 12th and 13th sts. C. GAUTIER'S CELEBRATED CARRAGEEN CHOCOLATE PPROVED BY THE MEDICAL FAC- ulty as an useful beverage and diet in ran diseases It has been tried, and is recomine: by the most eminent physicians. The peculiar blandness of this combination and dec 17—2w st Martin cobecarsg Se ae y yn ge ye an invaluable ar- ee = es St-ne Mart! anada J ticle jet for valid with enfee stom- Brscrre gate ri _ Fitch, a ‘ ‘ ach. . c. GAUTIER, ly low rates, at NO. F. S'S, ney, ock Martin dec 18—eost 252 Pennsylvania a 6 ye 500 Pa, avenue, bet. 9th and iUth sts. Siberian Squirrel, ij weonctntew sar _dec 13— In Mantiilas, large Capes, Victorines, Pillar- CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. ines, and Boas, Muffs, and Muffatees. Also, CARRIAGE ROBES, in Bear, Hudson Bay Wolf, Prairie Wolf, Red Fox. and Jennett. We invite those in want of the above good: to call and examine our stock before purchasing, as they will find furs much cheaper than they have heretofore been sold. All Furs sold warranted. ‘The goods cheerfully shown without charge at the new and cheap BAZAAR, corner 6th st. and Pennsylvania avenue, between Brown’s and the OTES.- HENRY PHEND AND CHARLS HARTMANN made a draft in Washington and woked rt the Pendulum for our expencees afier that departed for other rarserships without ovr libe ty I inform bearby that thear Paraners willloose all thear expencees before not as satis- fied. B SEELEMANN and H HAUSER dee 20—3* liberty township Tioga Pen. RS. MOWATT’S NEW BOOK.—MIMIC N GAUTIER HAS THE PLEASURE OF ‘© informing the public that he bas arranged for the ge olidays a very beautiful col- lection of Christmas and New Year's Presents, consisting of FANCY BASKETS, BOXES. CORNUCOPIAS, &o. He has aiso Soon 5.000 pounds of his supe- rior ASSORTED CONFECTIONERY, put up in pourd and half-pound sacks for the conveni- ence of purchasers Life, or before and behind the curtain; a ; He will exhibit, on Monday next, a very large series of haratives, by Anna Cora Ritchie, for- | National Hotels. ___ dec 18—dtw_ a rtment of —— ‘and Fruit Cake, made from merly Mrs Mowatt, $1.25. NEW YORK STORE SELLING OFF. the best materials. C. GAUTIER. Ballads. by W. M. Thackeray, 75 cents. ISS H. M. MANN. SUCCESSOR TO dec 18—eoit _ 32 Pa. avenue. Just publisned, and for sale at TAYLOR & MAURY’S dec 2 Bookstore, near 9th street. IBRARW EDITIONS —THE UNDER- sigoed offers for sale, at most mcderate prices, a fine collection of almost all the English am American authors in Poetry and Prose; fine li- brary copies, some of them finely illustraied, otbers in rich calf and morocco biudings. The English editions ynported by h!mself, direct from London. FRANCK TAYLOR. dec 20—tr V ORK BOXES. CABAS, DESKS, PUFF BOXES, CHINA ORNAMENTS, witha great many curiosities, for sale at prices that must please all. LAMMOND, Miss 8. J. & M. McGaw, next door to Post Office, Bridge street, Georgetown, in order to reduce her stock of goods before the Spring sea- son, she will sell at cast a handsome assoriment of EMBROIDERY, DRESS TRIMMINGS, RIBBONS, FEATHERS, and FLOWERS. dec 18—ft&eolm — OTICE.—WE SHALL, AS USUAL, IS- sue all open accounts from our books up to the 2th ultimo. Those to whom they will, be sent will favor us by anearly settlement of the same oxy we ated a have age bills sent will find them re. made off at our desk for - . “ . ben z ial Customers WM. WARDER delivery CLAGETT, DODSON & CO, | Punctul . ; 5 Comer 19th and C streets, No. 649. ‘2 eae Lt dec 17—e03t 4 NNY¥ BOOKS FOR CHRISTMAS.—A Ts THE LOVERS OF GOOD CHOLO- late —C. CAUTIER is now manufacturing a superior article cof CHOCOLATE at only x cents per pound, equal to 6 ge at 50 cents. . GAUTIER, dee 15—eo8t ‘52 Pa. avenue. LIME, WOUD AND COAL 1500 BUSBELS LIME, WOOD BURNT. just landed, in good order and of supe rior quality. Also, Hickory, Oak and Pine WOOD, COAL, &c. All of which will be sold low for ersh, or { dec 2i—3t 7th street. variety of COMIC JUVENILE BOOKS, by | (H&ISTMAS NOTIONS - INE CABAS, WORK BOXES, CARD | Baron Krackemsides, and other humorous authare, C mu ae — spy RASSING Rea eel: ELLIs’S Just received at TAYLOR & MAURY’S shea cee dec 19—tr’ 306 Pa. ave., bet. 9th and 10th sts. dec 19—tr Bookstore, near 6th st._ 150 dozen EGGS cohen ‘sh whole, 4, and ¥ vores AISI so bores FIRE CRACKER 200 I aoea 56 whole, 4, and ¥ boxes RAISINS £0 boxes FIRE A 8 ee ie Ree ee 1000 Ibs. Bordeaux ALMONDS 100,00 TORPEDOES 1000 do FILBERTS 1000 do WALNUTS 1000 do PALM NUTS 300 do Zante CURRANTS Sv drums FIG S kegs MINCE MEAT Just received and for sale b: BARBOUR & SEMMES, No. 67 Louisiana avenue, between 6th and 7th streets, eepoalte the Bank of Washington. dec 19—8t HRISTMAS PRESENTS. NEW JEWELRY, &c. ANOTHER INVOICE. Just opened, a large invoice of magnificent GOODS, suitable for presents. Customers wauld do well to make their selections early, while our assortment iscomplete. . m. W. GALT & BRO, 3% Pa. avenue, between 9th and 10th sts. der 19—St OR BOSTON.—THE PACKET SCHR. HELLEN MAR has arrived, and will ~ have quick despatch for the above poit. For freight ar ly to HART Ey & BROTHER, Agents, dec 18—-1lw 101 Water street, Georgetown. CONFECTIONERY iOR THE HOLIDAYS —PERSONS WISH- ing CONFECTIONERY for the approach- ing holidays, should send in their orders imme- diately, in order not to be te THOS. POTENTINI, Successor te John Miller, No. 979 Pa. avenue, 3 doors west of 10th st. dec 17—2w AKNY’'S CONFECTIONERY, No. &, Brivcs Staert, GrorcetTown. OW IS THE TIME AND THIS [S THE place, to engage your Christmas and New Year’s CAKES. such as those, for which we were awarded a Sitver Mgpat by the MectropoHi- tan Mechanics Ivstitute last winter. An elegant lot now on hand; also, a splendid assortment of BON BONS, CUPIDS, and FANCY GOODS, We are at ail times Prepared to execute orders forall kinds of Entertainments, at the shortest notice, and on the most reasonable terms, in any part of the District. Georgetown, D. C., Dec 17—2w (Int., Union, & Organ.) USEFUL PRESENTS. NE OF THE BEST STORES OF THE Y kind in the city is G. FRANCIS’S, 490 Sev- enth street. He has not only every H article, but Razors, Scissors, Combs, Cabas, and other useful articles. His goods are of anexcellent quality, and he sells lower than any one else inthecity If afriend of ours wished to know the best place to buy a Sett of Spoons, Knives and Forks, Tea Setts, Castor, Cuke Bas- ket, or anything, from the finest Pocket Knife to an Axe or Wood-Saw, we would say. “go to 5 bbis. Golden SIRUP 2,000 lbs new hulled BUCK WHEAT 50 drums new Smyrna FIGS ALMONDS, ENGLISH WALNUTS FILBERTS AND BRAZIL NUTS a es CLOVES and ether SPI- Cooking BRANDY, Jemaica RUM fine Old BEANDY, WHISKEY, WINES de For sate by aieial By, a TENNEY, - Cor. sts., Georget’n. ee 17—e03t one , n= CAGE£.—THE MOST BEAUTIFUL assortment of BIRD CAGES ever offered in this market, at unprecedented low prices. Call and see them, at J. L. SAVAGE’s, Sign of Gilt Saw, Pa. avenue, between 10th and 11th streets. dec 20—6t if BARBOUR & SEMMES, 67 La avenue, between 6th and 7th streets. dec 19-6t EXTRA NOTICE. HE SUBSCRIBER WOULD BEG LEAVE tocailthe attention of hig customers to the fact that all accounts will be rendered on or before January ist, 1856, when it is confidently hoped that al! will settle promptly as it is absolutely ne- cessary. We would also take this occasion to thank our friends for the very liberal patronage bestowed upon our efforts for the last two years, and as- sure them that our arrengements are now per- fect, and all goods will be warranted as reprezent- ed, and at New York prices. JOSEPH L. SAVAGE, Sign of the Gilt Saw, Pa. avenue, between 10th and Lith sts, dec 20-t (intel) py) beeen MEAT— Domestic prepared, under 3 barrels Jefferson ¢ eg ty ie CIDER For sale by JAS. H. SHEKELL, No. 279 F street, at the corner of 13th. dec 20—3t GOOD THINGS FOR CHHISTMAS. Ww. ARE THIS DAY REBEIVING afresh and full supply of NEW FRUIT, &c.,con sisting of Currants, Citron, Cranberries, Kaiwins, in whole, half, and quarter boxes; Seedless Rai- sins in mats and drums; Sultana Raisins, fuest see; new Eleme Figs, in large and small rums, Prunes, in glass jars and fancy boxes; Bordeaux and Princess paper sbell Almonds, Guava Jelly, Brandy Peaches, Hermetically- sealed Gieen Corn, Tomatoes, Peas and Pie Fruit, with a large end varied assortment of Pickles, Preserves and Jellies. Z.M. P. KING, 265 Vermont ave , corner 15th and I streets. dec 20—tf TO TIE CITIZENS OF WASHINGTON. M* THOMAS JOHNSON, A PUPIL OF mine, (of but two weeks practice,) having exhibited to me veveral specimens of his work, in SILVERING AND GILDING Giass Signs, I can state. without detriment to my other scholars, (not a seen their specimens,) that Mr. John- son exhibits aremarkable d of accuracy in the Art, and is deserving of your patronage. He has chosen particularly as his field for operation Door Plates, and 1 respecifully ask for him of my friends a portion at least of their favors. H. P. COHEN. Introducer and Teacher of the Art, for a few days 22 atNo 493 Pennsylvania avenue, over M. P. King’s Drug Store. By reference to the above certificate of Mr. Cohen, of whom none can doubt his superiority in the Art, I respectfully beg leave to inform the citizens of Washington that | am prepared to manufacture GLASS SIGNS, with silver or letters, DOOR PLATES, PEW PLA FOR TH LL WHO PURPOSE MAKING CHRIST- mas and New Year presents during the ap- Proaching holidays, are respectfully solicited to examine our assortment, which is both appro- riate and seasonable, such as— obes Ge Chambre, of rich cashmere and other ry French embroidered Smoking Jaekets, new style Also, French O11 Print Jackets, Smoking Caps Gold and Silver-head Canes Scarfs, Ties, Cravats, Gloves, Mufflers Portemonnaies, Vest Buttons Toilet Articles, Perfumery, &e., &e. GEO.H.B WHITE& CO. Hat, Cap and Gents. Furnishing Establish ment, 332 Pa. avenue, between 9th and 10th sts. dec 20—eolw rsonai direction LYDIA SAYER, ™. D., YDROPHATIC PHXSICIAN, ROOMS 451 Tenth street, between E and F. References.—Ur. R. T. Tra’l, Dr. Geo. H. Tay- lor, and Fowlerand Wells, New York cit Also, Sole Agent for Washington City, of Fowler & Wells’ Publications. dec 17—1w* RICH HOLIDAY GIFTS. REASPINS, EARRINGS, BRACELETS, GOLD LOGKETS, SEAL'RINGS, to open; GOLD PENCILS, STUDS, SLEEVE BUT- “TONS, FINGER RINGS, SILVER SPOONS, ALBATA WARE, PLATID BASKETS, &c., or an} which sold c! a om aac WM H FORREST, Tor ait , on Seventh street, you will be sure of STEAMBOAT PLATES, and SHOW CARDS, | FRANCIS, on These Furs arefresh and beautiful in their ofall kinds, and shall be pleased to wait upon all | Scf!ing goed articles, and at the very lowest | .srufactare, and at red: All styles in who may favor me with a call peer tet 0 Ar ro £ on children. Great THOMAS JOHNSON, FRESCO & ORNAMENTAL PAINTING. caing st the Fue Corner of 8th and L streets. P 8. Orders may be left at Dyson’s Drug Store. dec 2i—1lw DRAUGHT ALE—DRAUGHT ALE. = Wwe HAVE JUST RECELVED A CHOICE lot of Poultney & Mi °s Philadelphia Pale, and Kurtz & Nes’s York ALE, and expect vogue E SUBSCRIBER RESPECTFULLY in- | Maxvractory, No.1 "Tae utuae WwW that town i sé wie he is . Baan naRiCN PIN ERUAG Skat | pia Oa BER: CAPTORS Tax ner and at short notice. ee BASKETS, CARD TRAYS, ara He also paints BANNERS of every Odd Fellows’ A &c., in the best style. ii “I FURNITURE of ail kinds varnished to order. | articles, all juality wit aways SUNY © RUINS Bole ts. os JOHN BE. PETERS Pf, pe - son wigalte BRO ewan tee D.C, hic 7—018—1w | dec 1—iine . . dec 20—tf : ? . 7