Evening Star Newspaper, December 27, 1855, Page 3

ENING STAR. LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. Boinn or Common Corxcit.—The Board on Momday evening—all the members ent except four. The journal was read and approved. Mr. Ball presented the petition of William J. Tabler in relation to the paving of an alley in square No. 529 and part of lot No. 16; re- 1 te Peters presented the petition of W. C. nd others, asking for a flag footway ana avenue, at the intersection of street west; referred. Mr. AtLee. from the committee of claims, reported « bill for the relief of George T. Wil- which was amended by making the amount ut of the funds of Seventh Ward, bill passed. ff, f om the committee on police, to which the memorial of J. S. Hollingshead had been referred, made a written report, accom- panied by the following bill : Ax Act supplementary and amendatory of an 7 titled ‘An act to organize a police system forthe city of Washington.”’ be us enacted, \ec., That the Captain of the Auxiliery Guard, he boing a justice of tho pesee, be and he is hereby authorized and empewered to try and dispose of all cases in which-the corporation may be a party brought uard-house between the time of setting itd at night and the hour of nine ‘k in the morning. he it enacted, That the Captain of the ry Guard is hereby required to keep a i make a return to the proper officer posed of by him: Provided, That he shall not charge or receive ion for any such cases he may e ul. ie said bill being considered, was read times and passed. o President laid before the Board a com- nication from James Robertson, asking the appointmceat of a mine his sanity or anity ; laid on the table. The following bills from the Board of Al- dermen were considered and disposed of : iding for the establishment of a tn, the appointment of a Com- nerof Health, and preseribing his dutica, or the abatement and removal of nuisan- ecs, aud the bill from the same Board for the f offal, slops, &c., were taken up i BOD mu orising Jas. Barnes to remove the les from the corner of Second street i Maryland avenue to the intersection of Maryland and Maesschusetts averues ; " Bul amendetory of the act for the relief of § H. Platt; referred. Biil for the relief of W. W. Demaine; d. pe to grade G street south, between 4th 6th streets east; referred. for the relief of Mrs. Ann Laporte ; terred Joint Kesolution authorizing an adjournment to Monday, 7th January, 1556, laid on the vtion of Mr. Clements, the bill for the ef Wm. Guinaad was taken from the bie, and passed. Mr. Walker moved to take from tho table ial of James Robertson, which had there at a previous stage of the pro- d moved that the Board adjourn; decided in the negative by yeas 7; nays 9. The motion to take up the memorial being ved to: and it being under consideration— Ai Lee moved that the memorial be re- the inemorialist, and that he be in- t this Board had no jurisdiction in the premises; which was agreed to. The Board then adjourned. Proressor MITCHELL At THE SMITHSONIAN Issritete.—Notwithstanding the severity of the weather the large lecture room of the In- ute was filled last night, the attraction being the second lecture of Prof. Mitchell upon astronomy. We would particularly call the attention of readers to this admirable serics of lectures. Previous to the commencement of the lecture, there was a general buzz, and turning cf heads n the direction of the door upon the appear- ance in full dress of ‘the Bloomer,’’ the in- terest, no doubt, being considerably height- ened by her late piquant controversy with “Sally Sunflower.” Prot. M. commenced with a rapid recapitu- lation of the mighty discoveries of Kepler and N d spoke at some length of the great ion in astronomical researches made by covery of the law of gravitation—hither- ty astronomers had been groping in the dark with no clue toguide them through the mighty labyrinth. Ie touched eloquently upon the fact that ype great astronomer dies and is clieved from duty, another rises to take his ¢ upon the watek tower, and thus onward onward, is the career of the human miad. | In his remarks upon the law of gravitation, as applied to our sole tem, he mentioned some interesting facts in relation to the re- markable erated motion of the moon in ¢ orbit, wh has been ¢radually increasing es, a8 was established by comparing the eclipses in ancient and modern times. act, which had ne timmecreated alarm, now by the investigations of genius dis- covered to be in strict accordance with nature's The moons aceelerated motion was ow- another interesting fact: that the earths * it opened out, and widened its distance sun, the sun’s attraction upon the ‘4 years fhe astronomer of that day will the earth again assuming an elliptical 1 i t was gradually changing from age to age, m being elongated, and flattened, and was opening ut,and becoming circular. W hat was t bethe result of these startling changes going on from century tocentury? The great problem ‘ eeu ppled, and the discovery made, " ns out its orbit for a series lessened, and her motion more un- r the influence of the earth and gradually “t, and the moon having a retarded mo- bi >from thie change of orbit of the or’ follows ages of contraction. rated in her orbit around the earth. In y exhibited a perpetual rocking to upon their planes of motion; bat all srent ecrentricities had fixed limits, hich they could not extend unced thatin bis next evening he should take his and explain the observatory, Tuments and t Tne Lakes.—The fancy good store opened ~e by Mre Lake on Pennsylvania au md and Third streets, ig) gton worth lady's stock consists wholly vods of the very latest styles—of » papier mehe, ivory goods from ‘n marble, ornaments, acifixes s frow Italy, beautifully stained t ace fron Bohemia, per- y articles from the most cele- oth hemispheres, writin; ent articles connecte utleman’s writing para- ant American music, ul and ornamental ly for gifts at this ume (bat no store of its size, in New York, contains so much that is t ¢, for it is a perfect ba- in its way. We advise he progrees of the world 1 utility, at least to pay this & visit, where they will be upea in person b roprietress, and lite daughters. ladden the hearts of your 2c make New Year's day a ef rthe juveniles by presenting them You will find in our adverti- ‘es whatto buy and where to buy is nvexcuse if you are not geve- member, dear reader, that gi/ts are “the beads of inemory Srosary, whereon she reckons kind remembrances of fricnds and affection nue Christmas ‘“bust- » finding Charley Kloman’ the day, showed th i hing the valuable glass siug abov door of the house. «the time when every gentle- should be well supplied with +, and they ean obtain themin the hapge at the National. cial committce to deter- | Georgetown ; NationAu Tagatr By reference to our amusement column, it will be seen that Mon- ay evening next is set apart by the manager f the National as the eoriaeaoe the pape the Scho6l for Scandal, with this gifted cast of characters. Mr. Jarrett has been for some time past arranging the production of this iece, and we are very agreeably disappointed m having the play produced with ak an ad- mirable cast. The Sir Peter being Mr. Henry Placide ; Joseph Surface, Mr J. W. Wallack, jr.;. Charles Surface, Mr. J. Murdoch ; Crabtree, Mr. Thomas Placide; Careless, Mr. A. H. Davenport; Lady Teazel, Miss Lizzie Weston; Mrs. Candor, Mrs. Buckland, (lato Miss Kate Horn;) and many other names of first class artists, are in the bills. As a matter of course, the expenses attend- ing this play are very heavy, and Mr. Jarrett has consequently raised the prices as follows : Dress circle and parquette, $1; Reserv seats, 50 conts extra; Orchestra $2 50; Pri- vate boxes, $15. These prices may seem ex- travagant, but when it is considered that Mr. Jarrett is at some fifteen or sixteen hundred dollars extra expense, our theatre going pub- lic will see at once that the manager is not un- reasonable. Crnuxat Court.—After we left the court yesterday, Wm. Eliason alias Lawrence was convicted of larceny; Laskey for defence. Manual Price, who was convicted of larceny, (three ases,) was sentenced to one year in the jail. James claget, (colored,) was acquitted of larceny ; R. R. Crawford for defence. Jos- Thomas, (colored,) charged with larceny, was acquitted; J. T. Devlin, jr., for defence. Wm Moody, (colored,) was ‘acquitted of lar- ceny in two cases; Ratcliffe for defence. Lambert Tree, jr., Esq., was, on motion of Mr. W. A. Maury, admitted as an attorney of this court. To-day, Jos. Talbot submitted to an assault, and was sentenced to two weeks in jail and to py 2 fine of $20. Charles White, who was convicted of larceny a week ago, was sen- tenced to two years and six months in the penitentiary, _ Presenration.—There wasa festive gather- ing of tho President’s Mounted Guard on Christmas day, at the residence of their com- mander, Captain Peck, who was unexpectedly presented with a full suit of citizen’s attire. Corporal McCutchen spoke in behalf of the donors, and after Captain Peck had replied, he invited the gentlemen present to partake of an entertainment prepared by his lady. Fountains of living water apparently, gush up at several places on the side-walk in front of Lafayette Square. When the brick wall was laid, no out-Jet was constructed for sever- al covered drains which carry off the super fluous water, which falls on the square—so it has opened a channel. Water, like political aspiration, will find its lovel. A Batt As 18 A Bart.—A hall answering to the above heading will be given daring the coming month (January) by the journeymen bookbinders of this city. Our knowledge of the gentlemen composing this body justifies us in stating that it will be a ball worthy the patronage of our citizens. Their advertise- ment will soon appear. A Porrrart of Hon. Geo P. Marsh, exhib- ited at the National Hotel, is much admired for its fidelity of expression, correct drawing, and effective coloring. It is by Wood, the celebrated New York artist, who has a studio at the National Hotel. Scrrene Court.—Yesterday, the argument in the case of Jecker, Torre, and Company, ct al., appellants, vs. Jobn B. Montgomery was opened for the appellants by Mr. Coxe, who was followed by Mr. Key for the appellee; and then the court adjourned. AccibENTAL.—We learn from Capt. Birch that the cut he got upon the hand Christmas night wasa very slight affair, and was received quite accidentally while he was endeavoring to remove some persons rather noisily disposed from the National Hotel. In Consequence of the severe cold, Centre Market was this morning very thinly attend- ed both by sellers and buyers. For CaristvAs times the city is unusually quiet, and the Guard House comparatively empty. An Irishman named William Me- Bride, was rescued from the canal last night in a nearly frozen condition, by members of the Auxiliary Guard, headed by Capt. Birch. He had been “ taking something with a friend’? and on his way home had stepped into the canal, and like Yorick’s Starling “could’at get out.’’ A rope was passed around him and he was drawn out, a wetter, but a wiser man ! He was charitably provided for at the watch house with dry clothing, his frozen hands rub- bed with spirits, the icicles removed from his hair, and this morning he started for his home Nad grateful for the timely assistance afforded im. sing the tseth, ¥ medica! pur- i Price 60 conte per bottle i Bo, and Stationery Eatablishment, Odeon Budding, corner #44 atrectand Peuua. avenue. dec 12 lle yield Ric by De. Hostetter’s celebrated STOMACH BITTER! itthe reputation it bears ads who have | ing use these Bitters + it is the mont efectnal preventive of diseases 0 F ‘¢—whulesale depot at JOHN N, CALLAN’S, corner E ane Ssventh Repnblican, of SPANISH MIXTUR! cine. ‘They bad a man fn thelr press room who wa) it Mercurial Rheumati«rm, anally com. id yointe ;—his eFer Hen, throy mbined with ixture cured him, bear testimony to its wonderfal efeote, and aay their only regret tn, that all suffering with disease of the blood are not aware of the iatance of the Keligien of the Bible is the religion of America, so is De GRATH & CO’S compounded by A. Surra, Chemiat, of nations! remedy for pain. That it reliev: gcomplatuts ina few minutes, hundred c6é 7 As pi were onabie to walk from bed to chair without oat aatimable ci ve beon heiped the “Electric O11, uth Kighth atreet- mission in the cottages of the lowly and the mausions Beware of counterfelte and dangerous imita rt to the Office, 39 South Eighth street, be 1 Walnut, Philadelphia. dec 7 ot the tions. Come tween Chesau! Heofland’s German Bitters, prepared and sold by Dr. Jackson, at the German Medical Store, 120 Avcl street, Philadelphia, daily tncresse tn thelr well-de- served celebrity for Hiseases arising from de- rangement of the liver. ters have, indeed, proved a blessing to the aflicted, who show their gratitude by the moat flattering testimoniala, This medicine Las established for Mteelf a name that competitors, however wily ir chemes, or seductive thetr nave been derived from it, and wi tion, See advertisement. U> Hygean Vaper.—wr. C more to ameliorate adition of humai lung complaints, that has etraggied « tis aMficted with of medicines ERIA MKDICA, fection of an in tghly Medicated Vapor, which acta directly on and not, as hitherto, by + Those who ed a rdered lungs, the disea trow ygean Vapor a al Monitor, of Feb. 26, 19'S HYGEANA ts the original and 21m {New York UTION.—DR. CURT! cl nov ‘tdelay until your complaint | bie, and then mourn when it ie too late. Four-tift! the diseane which people the church yards might be cured by AYER'S CATHARTIC PILLS, if tokeu in season, De Gragging through the Spring ‘fatut, eleepy, and lst cause your blood is loaded with bile, Bon’ he, heartbarn, and their kind: jach Is foul. y cera, sores, aud all or any of the skin, because your system te cleansing. Dou't show yoursrif about, lean, haggard, caved in, because your Stomach hnd Bowels needstrength: ing inte healthy action, Ayer's Pills set these things right ey purity the body and lute healthy activity which you cau feel as quick as they are taken. ‘They are the one this age, recognized by thousands kaow them. <b, aud the Pills for aib a Purgative medicine. Dr. 5.0. AYER, Lowell, Mava, and sold by every rrapectable arngyist. D. GILMAN, Washington; O. M. LINTULOUM, JAMES COUK & OU,, Fredericksburg.J-— | ec 16-—evdma sota!_™Mir. James Starkey, of St Pant, te now in Washington, on business In connectlon with the General Land Office, and will be prepared to trans- act any business in connection with Reat. Eerate in the above delightful Territory. He ts prepared to make arrange- for the purchase of a large amount of Laxp WARRANTS table terme. Those having any to dispose of won'd to consult Mr. 8. before sacrificing them. A per- Sonal ingerview Is solicited. Aciviress, Kirkwood Honse. REFERENCES : Hon. W. A. GORMAM, Governor of Minnesota. Hou, H. M. RICK, Wosbington, D. 0. How. ROBERT SMITH, Alton, Minota, JAMES R. WHITFORD, Kaq., New York, BORUP & OAKES, bankers, St. Pani. dec 11—awe Ww N TED—ROOM AND BOARD IN A private family for a Senatorand lady where there are few or no cther boarders. Address a Star office, stating terms. lec 2 te HORSE WANTED.—A SMALL AMOUNT of service of a kind family Horse, for carriage or draught, for which the keeping wonld be an equivalent. Enquire of S_PRENTISS dec 26—2:* College Hill, 14th street. HE Bote b a Teint ia the mest at- V ANTED—A YOUNG MAN, AN EXPE- ‘activeand beautiful epecti u hi boo! - now on exhibition at WHITEMUBST'S GALLERY. ave the Fiemoed Beek keeper and — tated’ <— AMBROTYPES. They are truly a beautiful Pleture, anl xd ‘shah sires an engagement durin; Spr ensuli deseription. tn rome respect an improve: t on the olf familiar Da- Suerreotypes. The Gallery contains quite a large collect of Photographs on paper. Dagnerreotypes of the United States Supreme Conrt since 1850; members of the United States courts; President Picrce and Cabinet, and many other bile men of the Nation. A viait to WHITERURST’S GAL- LERY, No. 434 Ponnsylvanta avenne, is well worth the trou- bie and the time. 3 U7 Neah Walker & Co., Marble Hall Clothing Emporium, Browns’ Hotel Buflding, reepectfu'ly announce that thete display of nd WENTER CLO- ing, as accountant or in wriring of any Kadress “$,? Post Office. Wash- ington City. dec 26—3t GENTLEMAN, OF GENERAL PRACTI- cal business qualifications, with an extensive acquaintance in the District and in Virginia, and who !s prepared to furnish satisfactory references for probity, his skill as a Clerk, and efficiency in the management of business generally, offers his pare Mook amet for Inapec ion, comprising an asgort- | Services as an Accountant, Copyist, Collecting ment of A TALMAS, OVER: , SURTOUPS, 4 be VESTS and PANTALOONS. of hee and Canvassing Ageut, or in any other similar and richest de- Washington City Post Of- siens tn matert avenue, between 9th and dec 26—3t men who «tndy ticles of dress trimming’ and workm: in hip. To gentie- ence {th economy ta fashionable ar- y in now offered for selecting from one of the ks of Goods tn this city, at very reduced prices. nov 2—tf acity. Address “B,’? fee, oreall at 291 Ba. 10th sts. SS! TUATION WANTED—BY A YOUNG 9 Woman, to do general housework. Apply at No. 296 Third ae, batman: Gand H. dec 24—3t* AN TED—A PARLOR AND CHAMBER, with board, in a priva’e family where there are no other boarders. Location between 7th and 25th, Pa. avenue and G streets. Reference given and required Address ‘‘Family,’’ Star Office dec 22—it* V ANTED—EVERY HOUSEKEEPER IN Washington and vicinity to know that we have received a fresh supply of that good Imperi- al. Gunpowder and Black Tea, which we will sell at the usual prices (50 and 25 cents) per lb. The rept demand speaks for the article WALL, BARNARD & CO., Auct., Corner Penna. avenue and 9th street. dec 24—eolw V AN TED—WANTED—WANTED—TO find persons in want of the following ar- ticles : French or German Looking Glasses Portrait of Picture Frames, round, oval or square O'L Paintings, large and sma!] Marble-top Brackett Tables, in bronze or gold All kinds of Pictures framed, and any size Looking Glasses, or other work in the gilding jine done to order with disratch Also, alot of cast-iron Bracketts, suitable for shelving, &c ,on hand. Terms moderate to suit the times, for cash N.B—Old Work Regilt, and Looking Glass Plates inserted. 255 Penna. avenue, opposite Kirkwood Housc. dec 19 JOHN WAGNER BOARDING. i OARDING —TWO NEWLY FURNISHED Roonis for rent, with board, at 403 F street, in Unton Row, and the immediate vicinity of the Patent Office. dec 21 —1w* BeAkoInG—Mks. DUVALL, No 331 Penn- sylvaniaavenne, opposite Brown’s Hotel, bas several large and desirable rooms, suitable for famiiies or single gentlemen, which she wili rent with board at moderate prices. She can also ac commodate six or eight table boarders. jy 30 DIED, Suddenly, on the 26th instant, KATE VIRGI- NIA, daughter of Jno. W. and Jane 8. Mankins, aged 13 months and 10 da: * ‘On the 26th instant, ALDEBARAN SEMMES, son of John W and Georgiana Wade, in the 4th year of his age. Written on the death of Murs. Wo. H. B. Brt- LER, of Prince William couuty, Va., who died tm Alezandria, Nov. 20, 1855. We miss thee sadly, Mary dear, We never can forget thee, never; Thy name oft calls the parting tear, *Twas hard such ties as ours to sever. And now we’ie lefta broken band, Our home 1s lonely without thee ; We may never clasp our Mary’s hand, Her happy siniles no move may see. ‘That loving heart is cold and still, Onur mother mourns ber darling gone ; Yet frels it was the Saviour’s wil Who called her hence in life’s young morn. We miss thee !—oft we seem to hear ‘Thy footfall, as in days gone by, And gentle volce in words of cheer ; We could but mourn that thou didst dle. We miss thee sadly !—yet we know ‘Thy soul still lives, forever blest ; And there, where healing waters flow, We'll pray to meet thee, and be at rest. 1t* BY HER HUSBAND. —_— eC eee POR SALE AND RENT. [eukNisa ED HOUSE FOR RENT.—A large dwelling house, eligibly siiuated, near- ty Hall, and handsomely fur- ly opposite the Ci uished, containing eleven rooms; will be rented for the rematnder of the session of Congress. Gas in the house. For terms, &c , apply at the office of the National Hotel. dec 27—tf EK KR RENT—TWO LARGE COMFORTA- ble Rooms, furnisted Rent moderate. Ap- ply at No. 314, to Mrs. BOYD, over A. Tate's Fancy Store, between 10th and Ith sts. dee 27—3t I | Bethea a ELY FURNISHED HOUSE.— The subscriber has for reat, in whole or in part, a handscmely furnished House, situated on 434 street, north of Pennsylvania avenue. Rent moderate. Inquire of JAS. C. McGUIRE, Au tionecr and Commission Merchant. dec 27—eo6t (OR RENT—A LARGE THRE TORY Brick House, with attic and large back build- on the corner of G and 12th streets. The house hes recently been enlarged and put incom plete repair and gas introduced in every part. For terms apply at 4-2. dec Bi Ste BRICK COTTAGE IN TBE W T D. Yor rent, near the corner of 18th and H sts ‘ th a fine enclosure, convenient outbuildings, and handsomely furnished. Apply atthe prem- 1 dec 22—-£ COR RENT —TWO OR THREE FURN- ished or Unfurnished Rooms at No. 409 G st near the Patent Office. Apply to Mrs, GEIGER, ded 21-1 VOR RENT—A FURNISHED ROOM, AT 310 Pa. avenue. dec 0—tf CE HOUSE FOR RENT.—THAT LARGE brick Ice House, situated at the corner of Vir- yin aavenne and lith street, Island. For terms api ly to JOHN R. ASHBY, at Perry & Brothers. lec 15+: OOMS TO LET.—A FURNISHED PAR- lor and Chamber (including fire and gas) will be rented together cr separately during the session of Congress. ‘The rooms are on the first floor, within one square of the Kirkwood House. eae at the office of the Kirkwood House. lec corner of Pennsylvania avenue and 9th street is prepared toaccominodate ventlemen with rooms, with or without board. Every effertwill be made to render those comfortable Who may faver he with their patronage. ap6—t RB ASSURTMENT oO". RICH JEWELRY GOLD WATCHES, SILVER and SILVER PLATED WARE, &c —The subscriber respectfully informs the pub- lic that his assortment of goods for the season is very complete, embracing— Superior GOLD WATCHES, for ladies and gentlemen, fine Gold GUARDS, Vest and Fob CHAINS Rich JEWELRY of every description. EA SETS, CUPS, SPOONS, FORK, Silver LADLES, &e ul silver-plated CASTORS, CAKE BAS- 8, TEA SETS, and TABLEWARE genc- KE rally. All of which he will sell on the most favorable terms SAMUEL LEWIs, 250 Pa. avenue, bet. 12th and 13th sts. dec 17-2w SELLING OFF CHEAP. ISHING TO CLO OUT MY STOCK of RIBBONS, EMBROIDER- IES, AND FANCY NOTIONS, for the ‘urpose of making a change In my business, | will offer bargains to all who will favor me with a call. A. TATE, No. 314 Pa. avenue, bet. 10th and !1th sts dec 21—eo6t (Intel) NEW YORK STORE SELLING OFF. Iss H M. MANN, SUCCESSOR TO BL Miss S.J. & M. McGaw, next door to Post Otice, Bridge street, Georgetown, in order to reduce her stock of goods before the Spring sea- 8°n, she will sell at cast a handsome assortment of EMBROIDERY, DRESS TRIMMINGS, BS. ILDING LOTS.—FOR SALE, a variety of low price building Lots located on the Island and other parts of the ci'y, on terms accommodat- ing to purchasers. EnquireatJ. E KENDALL, oilice between Gth and 7th streets, north side Pa. avenue, 3d story front room, over R. Morrow's Exchange Office. D. MYERLE. dec 1—bw OR RENT—SEVERAL HANDSOME Par- lors and Chambers, with board. Also, table and transient board. inquire at Mrs. SMILTH’S, 235 F street. nov 27—tf OR RENT—A HOUSE, WITH FLOWER and vegetable yarden, together with 25 acres of land under good cultivation, suitable for a dairy or market garden. (the letting of all together would be preferred.) pleasantly situated, direct] north from the Capitol, only a few minutes wal to the city limits. Any person desirous of secur- ing a pleasant and he: oy, residence in the conn- try, and near the city, will please call on the sub- seriber WM. EMMERT, Mount Pleasant, near Glenwood Cemetery. a eo wif HRISTMAS CAKES, FRUIT and POUND / CAKES, all sizes and various prices, war- ranted goods. and a large variety of small Cakes, fresh every day. CANDIES of various flavors, all fresh. Also, a fine lotof French Candies, such as Brandy Drops, Sherry Wine do , Port do., Old Rye do., Champagne do., Madeira do , aud a va- riety of French Pastes, such as apple, quince, ap- ricot and grape Paste, all very cheap Balls and Parties furnished at short notice and on reasonable terms First rate Ice Cream at $2 per gallon. Please give me a call. U. H. RIDENOUR & Co, 304 Pa. avenue, nextto Ellis’ Music Store. dec 22—e03t* TO THE CITIZENS OF WSSHINGTON,. R. THOMAS JOHNSON, A PUPIL OF mine, (of but two weeks practice.) having exhibited to me *everal specimens of bis work, in SILVERING AND GILpING GLass SiGNe, 1 can state. without detriment to my other scholars, (not baving seen theirs: OR RENT—A WiELL-FURNISHED suite of Rooms, a parlor and two Bed Chambers on one fioor. By bind to No. 217 Penn. avenne, be- b ts = lS ree POARD, &c--MRS. BATES,ON THES. W. | TELEGRAPHIC NEWS. REPORTED FOR THE EVENING STAR AUCTION SALES. By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Aactioncer. "i y -OQUT SALE AT MAS. AR- J Ten cae aon THIS (Thursday) AF TER- NOON, December 27th, at 6% o'clock, at Mrs. Anderson’s store on Pennsylvania avenue, near the Kirkwood House, sep ane the bal- © e stock on hand comp" — ence sriting, letter, and note Paper, Envelopes Ink, Pens, Pencils, Crayous Wafers, Sealing Wax, Black Sand Music, Books, Fancy Goeds, &c Terms: $30 and under cash; over that sum a credit of 60 and 9) days, for satisfactorily endorsed. notes, bearing interest P. S—The store is for rent; inquire on the premises. JAS. C. McGUIRE, dec 27—It Auctioneer. By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Avetioneer. HRISTMAS AND NEW YE R GIFT Boeks at Auction.— On FRIDAY evening, December 28th, at 6 o’clock, at the Auction Rooms, I shall sell an invoice of Annuals, Al- bums, and Standard Books, in rich calf, antique, morocco, and papier inache bindings, consisting, Departure of the Northern Light New York, Dec. 27.—The Northern Light sailed last midnight, by permission of Di trict Attorney. Two government vessels, the Vixen and Dispatch accompanied ber down ther harbor to prevent the embarkation of any More passengers. Later from Mexico. New Orveans, Dec. 26 —The steamer Tex as from Vera Cruz arrived to-day, bringing detes from the city of Mexico to the 15th. Alvarez had resigned, and been succeeded by Gen. Comenfort. The former had gone South. Gen. Comonfort had appointed bi ministry as follows: Minister of Foreign Re- in chem re, Byror., Moore, Burns, Scott lations, Sr. Roso; of Tustice, Montez; of War Mrs. Hemans, Addison, Goldsmith Selieio; of Finanee, Pai: Spencer, Lamb, ind others. Also. one bundred rich Annuals, Albums, and Gift Books of different descriptions, beautifully illostrated and embeliished Also, a lot of Gold Pens, Lockets, &c. Terms cash. JAS. C. MeGUIRE, dec 27 Auctioneer — By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Anctioneer. MNE SILVER PLATED GOODS at Au: tion.—On FRIDAY morning, Dec. 28th, at 11 o'clock, at Woodward's new ry. afew doors west of the auction rooms, I shall sell an in- voice of Silver Plated Goode, consisting of— Sliver Plated Urns, Teakettles, Wai ers Small Tea Sets, Castors, with cut bottles Decanter Stands, with rich cut bottles, &c ‘Terms cash. JAS. C.McGUIRE, dec 27—It Auctioneer By B. W. FURGUSON & CO., Auctioneers. \ ATCHES, JEWELRY, SILVER-PLA- ted Ware, Fancy Articles, Clothing &c —On SATURDAY NIGHT, the 2%h instant at 7 o’clock, we will sell at our auction rooms, corner of 6th street and Pennsylvania avenue, the following articles, viz: Gold and Silver Watches, Plated and Silver Tea Sets 20 French China Te2 and Coffec Sets Glass and Crockery Ware Also. a large assortment of Coals, Pants, Vests, &c Togetber with many articles unnecessary to be Later from California. New Orn.eans, Dec. 26.—The Dauic!l Web- ster arrived bere yosterday, from San Juan, Nicaragua, on the 12th, bringing San Fran- cisco dates of the Sth. The rainy season had set in. Sobastepol celebrations had taken place at San Fran cisco, and several interior towns. The Indian war in Oregon continues. The market is quict. Provisions are dul! with a declining tendency. The Star of the West left San Juan for New York on the 20th, with $500,000 in treasure The affairs in Nicaragua wero unsettled Walker had received one hundred and twenty men by the Sierra Nevada, Baliimore Markets. Bavrimors, Dec. 27 —Flour is in active de- mand and prices are firm. Sales of Howard street at $3.50, and City Mills at $8. Wheat is firm and scarce, there having been arrivals. Good to prime white $2a>2.05, prime red $1 S0a$1 93 mentioned orn has slightly improved. Sales of white dec 27-31 BW. FURGUSON & CO ,Auc. | and Fellow T0aTbe-; - By A. GRE SN, Auctioneer Provisions are unsettled and dull EREMPTORY SALE OF SPLENDID Engravings at Aucti On Monday, the Sist instant, al 11 o’clock a. m., and in the even- it 7 p.m., T shall sell a large and valuable cellection of Line, Aquat and Mezzotint En- gravings, just imported id on account of the proprietor’s declining the business. a ‘The alteution of connois*ures and artists is ta- vited to these superior works of Art. comprising the chricest productions of Modern Masters; en- graved bythe best English engravers. It is the finest lot of graving ever offered Sale positive. ‘Terms cash. A. GREEN, Auct. N.B—Parties unable to attend Auction can lhny at private sale at half the usual price till Mon- day next. Goods on Free Exhibition at 500 Penn- sy!vania avenue, near Adams's Express. dec 27—3* New York Markets. Yor, Dec. 26.—Flour is firm; sales of 7,000 bbls. straight State $5 374; good Ohio $8 69; Southern $9.50. Wheat is firm; sales of 4,000 bushels— Seuthern white $2.12; Southern red $1 #9 Corn is dull, sales of 20,000 bushcls West ern nixed at 932. Pork is firm; sales of 250 bbls 3 at $19.50. Beefisdull, sales of 150 bbis Chiengo repacked at $14.75. Lard is dull; sales of 250 bbls. at 1240 Whisky has declined ; sales of 150 bbls. at 3i7te Stocks Market. New York, Deo. 27.—Stocks are lower ani dull Sales of Chicago and Rock Island Rai! road 57; Cleveland and Toledo Railroad 723; Cumberland Coal Company 224; Erie Railroad OE; Galena and Chicago Railroad 1214; Mi- chigan Southern Railroad 94; Michigan Cen tral Railroad 97}: New York Central Railroad 92; Pennsylvania Coal Company 98. Reading Railroad 92}. By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Anctioneer. LOSING OUT SALE Of RICH FANCY / Goods and Glassware. —On FRIDAY, the | 28th instant, at 10 o'clock a. m.,on the first floor of Woodward's new building. a few @oors wert of the auction rooms, a beautiful collection of | Fancy Goods, Bohemian Glassware, &c , com- prising — Parfan Marble and Chinese Figures and Vases Also, a lot of Bronze Figures and Ornaments Vases, Tete-a-Tete, and Tea Sets Card Receivers, Match Safes, Paper Weights Rich Crystal Cut Decanters, Tumblers, Goblets, Champagnes Wines, Cordials. dc The whol? cf which willbe closed ovt without regard to cost. ‘Terms cash J dec 27-4 Bei j By JAS. C_ McGUIRE, Auctioneer. TWO STORY FRAME HOUSE and Lot in the First Ward at Public Sale —On SATURDAY, December 224, at 3% o’clock, on | the premises, 1 shali cell part of Lot No.6, in | Square 140, fronting 12 feet 6 Inches on north L | street, between ISth end 19th streets with the Im- | rovements, consisting of a neat two stery frame i Dwelling House. This property is situated in the vicinity of the new Western Market-house, and is very destrable property fora small family Terms: One-half cash: the residue in 6,12 and months, with interest, secured by a deed of trust on the premises. dec 19—d J.C McGUIRE, Auct UG> The above sale is postponed in come H j ! 1 | sequence of the rain until MONDAY afternoon, | sana st, same hour and place. } | t | | By A. GREEN, Auctioneer. MUSTEE’S SALE —By virtue of a deed of trust, dated the 25th day of November, in the vear 1854, and recorded tn Liber J. A. 5., No. 89, one of the land records of Washington county, D C., the undersigned will sell at public sale, on MONDAY, the 7th day of January, 1556, at four o'clock p.m., on the premises, Lot 15 in square No fronting on 12th street west, just abeve L. C. McGUIRE, Auct. street. Terms: Seven hundred dollars in cash ; the ba! - ance in four notes of equal sums, at 3 6, 9 and 12 months, to be well endorsed, with interest from the day of sale, secured by a deed of trust on the ge at the expense of purchaser. z If the terms of sale be not complied with in five days from the day of the sale, the lot will be re- sold, on three days’ notice, at the risk and loss of the purchaser. JOHNSON HELLEN, Trostee dec 2i—4tkds A. GREEN, Auct AND WARRANTS BOUGHT and SOLD. Bonds, Stoeks and Securities paying from * to 10 per cent. for sale, by CHUBB a JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auct. By A. GREEN, Auctioneer dec 20-1w ikers. { Diamonds, Jewel- i 7 6 Srenere aaati RS. Pixs coi Warches. ke rat suction. 0s] g ypg FEATHER DUSTERS. THURSDAY, the 27th Instant. I shall sell, ct my Auction Room, at the corner of 7th and D streets, at 103g o'clock a m,and7o’clock p.m., ene of the finest assortments of Watches, Jeweiry, &c., ever offered forsale in Washington, viz: Superb single stone Diamond Rings and Pins Cluster Diamond Rings, Pendant Earrings | Single-stene and cluster Diamoad Breastpins Diamond Brooches and Bracelets Elegant single stone Diamond Pins and Rings combined pictures and polished work. They are offered wholesale or retail, 2t New York prices. JOS _L. SAVAGE, Sign of Gilt Saw, Pa. avenue, between 10th and 11th streets dec Wit (Intel& News) Sultes of fine real cameo. Mosaic, and plain gold WATCHES AND JEWELRY. ingraved and Enamelled Jewelry in cases, | wir RECEIVED—A SELECTION OF Fine a Vt Ghats nes I LONDON AND GENEVA WATCHES, Gold Sesls, tne sold Teneils, Thimbles, Pens | RICH JEWELRY. and a few pieces of SILVER WARE, for sale at New York prices CHAUNCEY WARRINER, Watchmaker and Jeweler, No. 370 Pennsylva- nia avenue, with T. GALLIGAN & CO , écaler. in five FANCY GOODS, PLATED WARK, PERFTMER CUTLERY, &c., &c, under ard Pencil Cases Card Cases In silver and goid Fine Gold Levers, Anchor Escapement Watches, &c., by the best French, English and Swiss makers | | | Fu ee Watches, with dia- | peas Hotel, sign of the Goldea Watch, Wast- | Heavy Goid Fob Chains sensed owaskat } Ladics’ tine goid Chatelaines | Plain Gold Rings Studs, Slee .ccounts with us are respect! » imens,):hat Mr. John- | e' * ers havin; eta nov 20-(f | son exhibts a remarkable degree of accuracy in ; = ae round. eee notified that their bills are drawn off, and will oO i leasant Room in the | the Art, and is deserving of your patronage. He if The above sale is postponed until | Presented to them on the 26th December. Ww ° third story, with or without furniture Apply | has chosen particularly as hfs fleld for operation | -RIPAY, the Jsth instant, save } shall be ee ee to them if they wil to GO. WILLNER’S Paper- hanging Store, Tot Door Plates, and | respec fully axk for him of my | dec 26. ‘A. GREEN, Auet’r. favor us with a settlement on or before the com - Ninth street. sep friends a portion at least of their favors. -- —o ——-—— — —-- — ]| mencement of the new year. H. P. COHEN. Introducer and Teacher of the Art, for a few days only, at No 493 Pennsy!vania avenue, over M. P. King’s Drug Store. OR, RENT—AT NO. 335 SOUTH BST, about two squares froin the Capitol, a Fur- nished parlor and two furnished chambers. dec 0—TTh&Mf OFS FOR SALE—TFWO OR THREE good Huilding Lots In a rapidly Improving nelyLborbood for sale on tem years’ crediz. A plytoJ. H. DRURY Sy i—t By reference to the above certificate of Mr. Cohen, of whom none can doubt his ray Saeed in the Art, I respectfully beg leave to inform the citizens of Washington that | am prepared to manufacture GLASS SIGNS, with silver or gold letters, DOOR PLAT ES, PEW PLA Es, STEAMBOAT PLATES, and SHOW CARDS, of all kinds, and shali be pieased to wait upon all who may favor me with a call ‘THOMAS JOHNSON, Corner of ®th and I. streets. I’ 8. Orders may be leftat Dyson’s Drug Store. dec 21—1lw CHRISTMAS GIFT: OBERT SCHWARZE HAS THE PLEA- sure of informing the public that he is well prepared for accommodating the public in general with FRESH OYSTERS, put up air-tight, for sending th m to their distant friends tn the coun- try. He also keeps constant!y on hand a fine sup- plyof PICKLED and PRESERVED OYSTERS Brease callon R SCHWARKZK, corner of Lith and E streets, or leave oréers at his establishment corner of 10th street and Potomac river. dec 22-tf CHnsISTMAS AND NEW YEA!US PRES- ENTS. E HAVE A LARGE STOCK OF RICH Dress SILKS, which have been marked down at very low prices to close them out. Also, a Jot of ladies’ rich Velvet, Moire Antique Silk and Cloth CLOAKS, embracing all the nov- elties of the season, and SHAWLS, in every va- riety. Wien a large assortment of fine French and Scotch embrolderies, in COLLARS, SLEEVES, POCKET HANDKERCHIFFS, &c , &c OST—ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 17th, on Penna. avenue, or in one of the stores, a small MOURNING BRKEASTPIN, with hair centre and jet and pearl settings. it has three initials onthe back. The finder will be liberally rewarded. by searing itat Messrs. Galt’s Store, Penna. avenve. [tis of great value to the owner as the gift of a deceased relative. dec 21—31* $50 REWARD--A ROLL OF BANK DU Notes was lost ou Sunday afternoon on the way from Browns’ Hotel up Penna. avenue 15th street, as far as H to 19th street. The rol contained one $100 bill, the balance In 20’s, 10's, and 5’s, amounting in all to about 2230. The above reward will be paid to the person returning the money to WM. POULTON ‘Those in pursuit of useful, as well xs ornamen- | 4 379 Sth strect, between Pa avenue and D st. tal, presents for Christmas and New Year's, are | _ dec 4—6t particularly invited S Cr apr ~ stock. RICH JEWELRY. UE SEARS, ft HAVE JUST RECEIVED A LARGE AND rich assortment of FINE JEWELRY for the holidays, comprising rich Cameo, Mosiac and iain Pins and Earrings, of the latest style, Sleeve Buttons, Studs, and a variety of other Gol Jewelry. Also, a fine collection of Silver Gob- lets, Cups, Napkin Rings. Spoons, &c., together with some superior timekeeping Watches, in gold and silver cases, which I am selling at New York city prices, and no advance on account of the increasing demand for my goods. Sign of the Large Eagle, Pennsylvania avenue, No. 418, Hy O HOOD. ‘T CAKE IN THE DIs- trict, now on exhibition in the window of ARNY’S CONFECTIONERY , Georgetown, to- No. 523 7th street, 3 doors north Pa. avenue. dec 21—10t USEFUL PRESENTS. ¢ NE OF THE BEST STORES OF THE J kind in the city is GF RANCIS’S, 490 Sev- enth street. He h#s not only every Housekeeping article, but Razors, Scissors, Combs, Brushes, Cabus, and other useful articles. His goods wre of an excellent quality, and he selis 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, Cestor, Cake Bas- ket, or anything, from the finest Pocket Knife to an Axe or Wood-Saw, we would say. “go to FRANCIS, on Seventh street, you will be sure of gettins yood articles, and at the very lowest price.# : ah dec 19—tf Gore four others, will be ae aed ot on = " 2 20 01 y Evening, the 3ist instant. 2ffle; or TSE FE RATE CORE RCLONDENCE OF | seeaer: if toacivaccr are ll kes. Pace rity dec 21—tr FRANCK TAYLOR. Cents per chance. dec 22-lw a erate ee SILVER AND SILVER-PLATED GOODS. Y Coeirp ad ASSORTMENT OF USEFUL and fancy SILVER GOODS, ae of Goblets, Cups, Fish, Pie, and Cake Knives, Pre- serve and Sugar Spoons; Dessert Spoons; Kuife, Fork and Spoon in setts; Salt Stands; Napkin Rings, Card Cases, Porte Monnaies, Fork, 8) Castors, Cake Baskets, &c, at reasonable prices, by SAM’L LEWIS, URS, FURS.—LADIES IN WANT OF KF beantiful and genuine sets of FURS, chea est lot yet received which we are selling at the very lowest cash prices, are requested to call and examine our » ite Soy new Bazaar, corner of 6th tand Pennsylvania avenue. sec 21—1w “i RUTT & HOPKINS. eee ANCY GOODS .—ENGLISH, FRENCH and German. Just received at Jeweller and Silversmith, THE LAKES, Pa. avenue, between 12th and 13th sts. dec 21—tf 304 Pa. avenue. dec 22—6t By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auctioneer. URSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE and Eligibly situated Real Estate. - Hy vir tue of two several deeds in trust from James A. Wise and Harriet Ann Wise, his wife, bearing date respectively on the 7th dey of April and the 8th day of September. 1855, and duly recorded, ! the subscriber, at the request of the treasurer of the Fracklin Bullding Association, will sell at public sale cn THURSDAY, the 21th day of Jan uary, 1856, at 4o0’clock p. m..on the premises, { part of Lot No. 12, in Square No. 429, beginning | for the same at a point on 7th street west on tte frout line of said lot, at the distance of 10 feet from the southeast corner thereof, and running thence due west parallel to the south boundary | line 100 feet to the rear line of said let; thence dune east 100 feet to the front line; thence south ‘with said front line 15 feet to the —— of begin- ning, with the buildings and improvements, which cous{st of a three-story brick dwelling house. ‘The above property is eligibly situated on 7th street west, between G and H streets north, and rapidly enhancing in value, and offers a favorable opportunity for investment. ‘he terms will be one-third cash, and balance in six and twelve months, for notes beating inter- est from day of sale secured by deed of trust upon the property; and if not complied with in six days after the sale the property will be resold, upon one week’s notice, at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. All conveyancing at the expense of the Pre HAS S WALLACH, JNO. C. C. HAMILTOD Trustees, JAS. C. McGUIRE, _ dec 21—Staw&ds — 7 Auctioneer. By HUGH DOWLING & CO, Auctioneers. EGULAR DAY AND EVENING SALES. ‘The subscribers, determined to devote their whole attention to the Auction and Commission CLAGETT, N dec 22-6t ISK MORELY HAS JUST RECEIVES from New York, another let of fashion- able MILLINERY, which will be oj “a on Saturday, at her rooms. 34 Pennsylvania ft EW TON, MAY & CU. avenue, up stairs. N. B.—Apprentices wanted. dee 7. HOLIDAY PRESENTS. For useful things and things for sport The gay and curious here resort I ICHEY & CO, NO 4® SEVENTH, 6! tween D and E streets, respectfully announce to their customers and the public in general, that they have received a and beautiful selection of TOYS and cther FANCY GOUDS, which they offer at unusually low N.B —TO THE LADIES— Weare nowclo-tng out the entire balance of rich DRESS TRIM- MINGS, EMBROIDERIES, LACES, &c , ata great reduction from former prices, as we ave about to change the character of our business dee 20—6t LADIES M+* BE SERVED (BY LADIES) WITH every variety of Cosmetic and Articles accom - panying the toilet, at THE LAKES, 504 Pa. avenue, neer Adam’s Express. dec 2—tf MEDICAL CARD. [peep a STANISLAS BHERNISZ, REG- ular l’ractitioner of Homeopathy, Office 231 corner F and Fourteenth streets. Consultations from 10 a. m. wted ae Doctor Stanislas Hernisz, having returned from Europe with improved health, will attend to the Pp ice of his profession. Le Docteur parle Frangais Der Doctor Spricht Deutsch. dec 17—Im* S u li they FRESCO & ORNAMENTAL PAINTING. sre pepaeat tn tee ol nee aetreey to E SUBSCRIBER RESPECTFULLY in- their care for sale at public auction ; that no exer- forms the citizens of Washington that he ts ticns on their part shall be 5; to obtain the ENTAL ana oe todo FRESCO ORNA OUSE and SIGN PAINTING in the best man- ner and at short notice. He also paints BANNERS of every description Odd Fellows’ See &c., in the best style. FURNITURE of all kinds varnished to order. JOHN E. PETERS, No. 437 Tenth st., between G and H. best prices for the same by fair and impartial rep- resentations ; and as they intend to confine them- selves toa strict cash business unless otherwi-e ordered, those sending goods to their sale shall be settled with immediately when the 5 are de- livered to the buyers. Goods sent to them for evening sales can be settled for next morning, if sold. regular evening auction for the sale of all kinds of merchandise can by this means be of Georgetow. trae etfully solicited by the public's kee AND NOW READY S$ most respect y ic! ie ‘8 obe- ’ dient servants, y - ne another elegant assortment of ladies HUGH DOWLING & CO., Auctioneers, Stone Martin, Rock M. DAY SALES—MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, _—, London lynx, and FRIDAY mornings, at 10 o'clock, and every evening at 7 o’clock at the Store, No. 63, Varnum Buildings, Louisiana avenue, and at all other times and places where their services may be re- rench Sal These Furs are fresh and beautiful in their manufacture, and at reduced prices. All styles in vogue on hand for ladies and children. Great barg: Il be given by calling at the Fox uired. Sales on the Market Square, opposite nore the ‘Bank of Washington, atiendfd as usual on | MANUPACTORY, erie wot saya market days. advances on HUGH DOWLING & CO., Auctioneess. 10—eolm dec 15—2w F'NE goons FOR PRESENTS @ELLIS'S, 206 dec 20 Pa. avenue, near 10th street.