Evening Star Newspaper, January 26, 1856, Page 3

(| nnn ee eee EVENING STAR. = eS LOCAL INTELLIGEN Too Swarr ror ’Ex.—A numberof our fel- low citizens, owners of fine horses, tempted by the unusually good sleighing existing nearly threo weeks past in this region, have gradu- ally got into the habit of spending an hour each afternoonin showing off the paces of their animals upon Pennsylvania avenue, the finest course in the universe for such a bees red barring the fact that females and children must necessarily cross it, tte while. Our city’s police, in accordance with their very plain duty, arrested more or less of them yesterday morning under the Corporation ordinance empowering any magistrate to im of not less than five dollars for fast driv our public streets. Some twenty citizens were duly hauled up under this provision of the Corporation laws, nearly all of whom were perrons who could not have been temptod to violate a law under any other circum- stances than Just such a time for the rt of sleighing, as the present. Among others asked to step to the Captain’s office and set- tle, (we feel a very becoming sense of shame in confersing the corn,) was the quiet and al- ways duly considerate editor of the Ster, who received the gentje hint from the polite Chief of the Police, wholly on the strength of usuall. drawing the ribbands over quite a gameis! pair ake s, with knowing eyes, rakish tails, and peed, at least in their—necks. It so turned out, however, that this same pair of bays were quietly stabled some cight miles distant in Virginia when the grand race came off, and their butter-wont-melt-in-his mouth driver was as quietly, just then, attending to his duties as a sedate and industrious farmer, with which calling he varies the brain-taxing labors of the newspaper office. So the com- plaint against him would’nt lic for that best of all reasons—he was’nt thar. Nor would it lie against his companions in misfortune ; in- somuch asthe Corporation ordinance under which it was essayed to fine them, turned out nud! and votd, owing to a flaw in it. Moral.—Never essay to sleigh over the measured mile on Pennsylvania avenue, be- tween the Capitol and President’s Houre, in- side of two-forty, unless you have a bevy of sharp lawyers along, who, in arguing them- selves out of the scrape, must necessarily make geod your defence also. Tae Race Yesterpay Arrerxoon.—The gentlemen who were formally tried yes- terday morning before justices Hollingshead and Morsell for the violation of the Cor- poration ordinance against fast driving, and duly acquitted, owing toa flaw in the law, seme how or other happened to meet, in their spanking turn-outs, some thirty in number, in the afternoon, at the foot of the Capitol, and after coming up the avenue in Procession three abreast, on a slow trot, put their animals to their speed on their return. Though risky sport, indeed, it was neverthe- less one of the most beautiful sights we ever witnessed; all the horses being goers, the sleighs and their accoutrements being gener- ally in the very tip-top of the fashion, and the sportemen as full of harmless mischief as wo ever saw aS many gentlemen engaged in a race. Thousands witnessed and relished the sport,and no harm was done. Our only re- gret in connection with the affair is, that be- ig the conductor of a journal, and therefore by profession a sturdy inculcater of every thing that is right and proper, we felt com- pelled to leave the bays quietly in the stable and bite our finger nails, half in envy of the fun being enjoyed by our friends not profes sionally compelled to be always demure, and ty set an unexceptionable example. A New “Srar.’"’—For some time past, our exchanges of New York and Philadelphia. who evince an interest in theatrical matters, have spoken highly, (and we hope deservedly.) of a — gentleman named Boothrod Fairclagh, who as yet is a novice on the boards. He ap- peared at the Bowery, in New York, as Sir Giles Overreach, and created a profound sen- sation. His second triumph was inthe Quaker city, where his Iago won golden opinions from all sorts of ps oe He is said to possess all the physical attributes and mental endow- mente tu make a fine actor.—Balt. American We understand that Manager Jarrett pre- seyts this young American debutant before a Washington audience, on Wednesday eveuing next, in the character of “Othello”? From what the press say of him, we should judge him to be a gentleman of rare talent and mental endowment, and doubt not bat that a full house will grect him on this occasivn, the first of his efforts in the Federal city. Caartry.—At the meeting of eitizens of the Second Ward, held on the 25th instant, at Harmony Hall, and called for the purpose of adopting measures fur the relief of the suffer- ing poor of this city, the Rev. Mr. Phelps was called to the chair, and F. A. Tschiffely ap- pointed secretary Mr William Pettibone, who called the meeting, stated its object—when, on account of the sinall number present, the meeting ad- Journed to meet in the Foundry church, cor- ner of G and Fourteenth streets, on next Mon- day evening. the 28th instant. at 7 o'clock and a committee :. William Pettibone, F. A. Tre ly, and Grafton Powell Was appointed to make the Decessary arrange- ments for said meeting The secretary was directed to publish the proceedings in the city papers, and furnish notices to the pulpits of the churches of the Second Ward, urging the attendance of the citizens of the ward at the adjourned meeting. Taz Union Cadre Association decided last nigbt to give a Concert for the benefit of the poor during the session of the Musical Conven- tion which commences at the Smithsonian In- stitute about the 18th prox , under the direction of Prof. Woodbury. We learn that eight nundred tickets have been handed over to the Union Benevolent Association for sale, in order that the poor may receive immediate benefit. Prof. Woodbury is expected to be accompa- nied by two fine soprano singers, and any Con- cert got up under the auspices of the Union Choir Association must necessarily be a suc- cessful affair. —The Confirmation rites at , Trinity Church, and Grace Church, (Island) which were deferred two weeks ago, will be administered to-morrow by the Bishop of Maryland, the Rt. Rev. Wil- liam R. Whittingham. At the latter church (the Rev. Alfred Hol- mead’s) there 1s a class of about forty to be confirmed, and the ceremony will receive pe- culiar interest from the fact that the church has attained ¢o satisfactory a position through the indefatigable labors of the pastor and his people. The service at Grace Church com. mences at 3} o'clock p. m., and the Bishop delivers a sermon also there in the afternoon. Sorreme Courr.—Yesterday, George F Betts, Esq., of New York, was admitted an attorney and counsellor of this Court, No. 46. James A. Abbott and ux., plaintiffs in error, vs. the Essex Company. je argu- ment of this cause was continued by Mr. Lor- ing for the defendants in error, and concluded by Hon. Wm. P. Fessenden for the plaintiffs jo error. No. 47. Patrick McLaughlin, plaintiff in error, vs. Jas. M. Swan et a/..garnishees, Ac. The argument of this cause wascommenced by Mon. if. Winter Davis for the plaintiff in er- ror. Adjourned. Staauer Pownatas.—The steamers which have been ice-bound down the river, have been breaking the blockade. The Powhatan started from Aquia Creek at eleven o’clock on Weduesday morning, ploughed her way up to Alexandria by half-past seven o'clock Thurs- day nee After * resting’’ awhile at Alex- andria, the Powhatan started for this city, and reached here Yesterday morning, after a pas- sage of nearly fourteen hours between Alox- andria aad Washington Mrs. ORDWAY says in reference to the article in yesterday's Star, upon “Madder-growing’ in America, that ‘a cep sandy loam’ ient a clroumstanee to & tweaty-five dollar bonnet. Bhe bought “‘a love of a * the other day at that price, and Mr. Ordway has been growing” madder’’ ever since, Tag Articyez on the Penitentiary in yes- terday’s Star, was copied from the Union of that date. Notice ro tax Sporting Community.—The reat Corporation a overnment Race Course upon Peni avenue is now, by the decisiun of the tation Attorney, open, and the great sweepstakos for three*year olds and upwards, two-mile heats, will be run over the avenue course this afternoon, under the direction of the National Jockey Club. The course ig in capital condition, and superior Sport may confidently be counted on, Entries can be made up to three o'clock, pm. “Old Sap,”’ thus far, seems to be the favorite, though the Frazier horse ‘* Polka’’ is expected to give ® good account of herself. Immediately sfter the sweepstakes, a scrub race of short tailed, stock-l ponies. mules, jacks, hack and omnibus horses, will come off. On Monday other races will take place, and they will then probably be heightened in in- tensity. as any moment after that date they will be liable to be interrupted in consequence of the action of the Board of Aldermen on Monday night, which body will then, doubt- less perfect the amendatory act, which has passed the Common Council, enabling m: trates to fine, and enforce fines, for fast driving. Sipgwatx Notes.—The following lines by Wisse Mary Aun” were suggested by a recent shep- up: Winen sidewalks are but icy slopes, Hemmed in with s: drift, I note the man who, at hie door, And others there obliged to pass of ere 0) to At risk of body even, i Will think that man may not fall here, And yet fall short of heaven ! There’s not a blessing he receives, “* The left’? but comes from over; Thus sins with snows accumulate, And lie at that man’s door. I trust the horologe of grace Will scarcely mark eleven, Ere he repents—his sidewalks here Are walks aside from heaven ! Somstaing New.—Last night was a season of great interest at the Ryland Chapel Fair, on the Island. A friend of the ladies had of- fered a handsome copy of the ‘‘ Gems of Brit- ish Poetry” to the gentleman who would bring tho largest number of ladies to the room and pay for them atthe door. At nine o'clock the contest was decided, and the premium awarded to Lysander H Trovk, Esq., private secrotary to General Cass, who in his great zeal had in- troduced twenty nine brignt-cyed Inasies to heighten the attractions of the oecasion. Tho book was presented by Rev. Mr. Stecl, and received with | Sree grace by the lucky con- testant. The Fair will continue for several evenings. Go and see the array of beauty which gladdens all bachelor hearts. Tar Hicuiaxper’s Bart.—Our Gaellic friend? are sparing uo exertions to render their ball attractive to those attend, and a source of revenue to tho empty treasuries of those who relieve the wants of the meritorious poor. We regret that we cannot publish sey- eral able communications handed in, but have only room to say to each render : “ Go, if you can—if you cannot, seud your dollar!’ “Ag George Christy says. “ Nuff sed mong gom- men.”? Tue Lecture, by Professor Felton, upon “Greece,” last night, at the Smithsonian, was listened to by a large and—judging by the frequent bursts of applause and merriment— higbly interested and delighied audience. Prof. F. has, in addition to his erudition and eloquence, humorous powers enough to set up a dozen comic actors He speaks, like Prof. Mitchell, witheut notes, and is all the more effective. Tae WASaINGTOT DELEGATES to the South- ern and Southwestern Convention held a meet- ing at 2o’elock m. to-day at the Mayor’s of- fice, to make the necessary arrangements. It was decided to start on Tuesday morning next at 6 o’clock for Richmond, where the convention is to be held. The convention is expected to be one of great interest, and is to have some brilliant concomitants in the shape of a ball and supper. In consequeNxce of the illness of Judge —— the Court of Claims is not sitting. We learn by inquiry at the lodgings of Judge S. that he is no better to day, and it is uncer- tain when the court will meet again Accipent.—A small boyjwas runover by an omnibus this morning, and pretty severely in- iured. He was taken into one of the “ Six Buildings,’ and prompt medical assistance afforded him by Dr. Magruder. Miss Lypia Bayer, M. D, lectures this evening on an important and interesting topic Let her have a large and appreciative audi- ence. See advertisement On Tugspay Evening a gay and agreeable ball will be given by the Sas Club. We shall allude tu it more especially on Monday. Warca Returns —James Jobnson, drunk in the street, dismissed ; Sarah Ja colored, drunk and disorderly, dismi 3 Daniel Curren, drunk in the streets, dismissed Lodgers were accommodated and dismissed. ee 7 Te the Ladies..-Dewden’s Dental Fu “now acknowletget by all Dentiete to be the bert © Teeth in nine ' Kelieven » Marble Hall 8” Hotel Bulltiog, rea of FALL and WINT THING is now ready for tnnpection, comprising an assort ment of COATS, TALMAS, OVERSACKS, SURTOCTS, VESTS and PANTALOONS, of th ‘est 204 richest de stxne in material, trimming and wo le men who stady excellenr with economs tn fashionel psn drews an bint bere ls new offered for pet oR ‘om One of the attracifve stocks of Goode in this ety, #t wer: reduced prices nor at U7 Heetland’s Germa: Bitters, prepared and sold by Pr. Jackson, at the German Medical Btore, 120 Arch street, Philadelplia, dally increase in thelr well-de- eerved celebrity for the cure cf aM Diseases rangement of the liver. These Bitters bi: & blessing to the aMicte4, who show thet mort flattering testimonials. This metict for iMeeclf s name that UF Newh Walker & € Clothing Buwpe m, Br not reach, It benefits that jain ite posi = tec 133m levrated Stom- no year—nothing Iu the UF Dr. J. Mostetter’s AGH BITTERS —100,000 seid in wetical market tor the pant fifty yoarr baw eve can an article be produced tn equal this crea! ane taken throw times ea: isla: re for Dyspepsia, will remove ali fh ‘om the ach, keep yo % ood appetite, tem. No person saffering jebitiiy id fail to try this great autitode. Try the prt Druggiets. jan 32-1w shontd house handy {n ease ot accidente to the ch REDDING'S RUSSIA 5. It is a Boston remedy of tht commento: by physicians. Bar: tren.” rs Sores ich, Seald Head, pies, irecommended by , Flee Bites, Spider Sting » Libs, Salt Ruenm, Scurvy, Sore and Cracked LI Sore Nose, Warts and Flesh Wounds, it t¢@ most vain remedy and cure, which can be teatitied to by thoneaads who have used it in the city of Boston and vicinity for the last thirty years. In no tustance will this Salve do an Injury, or interfere with « paysician’s prescriptions. It ts made from the parest materiais, from a recipe brought from Ra articles growing im that coantry—and the proprietors ha letters from all classes, hurees, and othera who mend It to oth tin Boxes, stam with « picture of a horse and which picture is xlso engraved on the 35 Conte a Bor, druggist. For ington, Gg- A Crown will not © nor « golden slipper the gout. It Motion. Ao adeqnate crnse for ery reenit. Pain can ways be cured by Prof. C. Dz GRATH'S “ELECTRIC OIL, as thousands now know, from Boston to New Orleans, and tlantic to the Miselesippl. It has reduced the moat and cured Inflammatory In one night. Office 39 Ak Mra. Racheol Tru oct: Silas Prost, Haq., Founder, Bov- ar - Hutchinson, ‘Twelfth, Colambia, Philadeiphts, and iundreds mors. ait jan 31—tr ie bronchial tubes and a tatning no opium, thes can b JOHN ta, for beantifying the complexton, caring cin, for thaving, cleansing the teeth, rewoving pimples, tan, and freckles, and many medical por- Price 60 conte per bottle. For nale at SHLLLING- 4 Stationery Establishment, Odeon ne. jee 13 At Germantown, Pa., on the ith Rev. A B. Atkins this city, to LIZZIE S. WILLIAMS, of mantown. instant, by CROSBY 8. NOvEs, _FOR SALE AND RENT. AUCTION SALES. ANTS 4. SMART YOUNG BOY —C W atMr BETOUT’S Hair Diesel Fab, a wh st., opposite Odd Fellows? Haul: ANTED—BY A RESPECTABLE voung Woman, asituation as nurse or chamber maid. The best of references given. Apply at No. 285 F street, between idth and Mth sts. jan 2—1t* ASsoon SERVANT GIRL, WHO CAN DO ss nas ae a6 come well REY | ay Hind a situation by applying to WIL. Zi, EMITAEON, next aoeete the Bank of Wash- ington _ jan 25—208 ANT Fr D—-TO BORROW shite? THE Space of one year, or eighteen months, $700, for whlch twelve Fer cent. Sr annwm will begiv™ en, and security on valuable real estate for three times the amotint. Word left with the clerk of the Star office Jan 25—3t AN TED IMMEDIATELY-A WET app ee tle seer re pe y ew Jersey avenue, tol Hill. jan 21—3ee , ees AN TED—A COLORED WOMAN AS washer and ironer, in asmall family. A slave is preferred. No one nesd apply without or ohare Apply at this office. owen is Ea eee ease at oe DUCATIONAL.—BOARD WANTED.—A — qualified to teach the English, La- tin, French and Spanish Languages, and all the higher branches of Mathematics—having some unoceu pied time—wishes to obtain board in some private family, where his services in Instructing a limited numbers of pupils would be received as anequivalent therefor. Undoubted testimonials and references given. Address ‘‘Editor’’ box 513 Post Office. jan 15 AN TED—TO PURCHASE A GOOD Bugey Horse for tbe cash; abay or dark iron gray preferred. Would buy a match pair of elther color on reasonable terms. Also, a Boy, accustomed to waiting, 15 years of age, to hire. For information enquire on D st., between 6th and 7th, No. 422. jan 21—eo2t* GENTLEMAN, AGED 2%, OF ACTIVE disposition, some business talents and expe- rience, with cash capital of $12,000 would invest oo of the same ina partnership business, ee active nytt weberstos and remunerative profit. Address ‘‘C 8’? at this office. jan 4—2we Ip ANSED BY A GENTLEMAN RESiD- ing on the Heights of Georgetown, D. C.,a woman to keep house and do plain nae ® Ad- dress ‘‘Mac,’? at this office, or at No. 15 Eighth street, Georgetown. jan 14— W AN TED— WANTED—WANTED—TO Fs oe persons In want of the following ar- IC! : French or German Looking Glasses Portrait or Picture Frames, round, oval or square O}l Paintings, large and small Marble-top Brackett Tables, in bronze or gold. All kinds of Pictures framed, and any size Looking Glasses, or other work in the gliding line doue to order with disratch. Also, alot of cast-iron Bracketts, sultable for shelving, &c ,on hand. ‘Terms moderate to suit the times, for cash. N.B.—Old Work Regilt, and Looking Glass Plates inserted. 255 Fenna. avenue, opposite Kirkwood House. dec 19 JOHN WAGNER 460 ELEVENTH STREET BETWEEN FandG. One Room with board at $4 per week. Table boarders $3 per week. jan 25—eo3t* B° ARDING —MKS PIERUE HAS SEVE- 2 ral good Rooms with board, suitable for fam- ilies or staple gentlemen, at No 563 Pa avenue, sibel doors from the Capitol. jan 2i—eo* a areata Sere Ses es B' /ARDING —TWO LARGE ROOMS AND some singie ones, can be obtained by early ap- plication, with or without toard, at No 473 Sixth street, between D and KE. é.1so, table boarders on the most reasonzble terms. jan Z3—eo3t* i OAR, &e —MRS. BATES,ON THES. W. corner ef Pennsylvania avenue and 9th street is prepared lo accommodete gentlemen with rooms, with or witho ward. Every effort will be made to render those com table who may faver her with their patronage. apo—te INSTRUCTION IN DANCING, ONS. J. COCHEU BEG6S LEAVE TO IN- form the citizens of Washington, George- town, end vicinity that bis second quarter will commence on the 26th instant. ‘Those who are desirous ef favoring him with their patronaye are litely mvited to make early application, that hey may be prepared to part{cipate in bis next May Festival, on which occaston he intends in- troducing (as an addition to those already intro- duced by him) several new and characteristic dances P. 8.—Mons. ©. being free from any engape- ment every morning during the season (except Saturday) offers his services to ladies and yentle- mea desirous of receiving private instruction at th-ar residence Orders left at the Musie Stores of Mr. Zantziu- ger or Mr. Davis will be thankfully attended to jan’ im = EFINED 50 bbls. Crushed, Powdered, Granulated a..a Clarified SUGARS 32 bhds. bro RS ) MOLASSES 10 bhis new p 1 bbls Philae bia SIRUP Just received, and fer sale by BARBOUR & SEMMES No. 65 Louisiana avenue, opposite Bank of Washington DANCING ACADEMY. LAST QUARTER. DROP H.W. MUNDER MOST RESPECT fully announces to his friends and the public venerally that his last quarter will commence on UFRSDAY, January 29, 1856. All who desire to prepare for tbe Grand May Festival are politely solicited to join immediately. jan 22- co2w N 15S MORELY IAS JUST RECEIVED from New ¥ ork, another Jot of fashion able MILLINERY, which will be o nace GY on Saturday, at her rooms, 301 Pennsylvania avenue, up stairs. N. B.-Apprentices wanted. F 8! jan ‘U1 eotit dee 7—tf HOOVER, nd Trunk Establish- tren Hall Be HAVE THIS DAY RECEIVED FOR LA- dies’, Gents’, Misses’, and Children’s SNOW’ OVER SHOES, Gum Boots, U Gossimer and Sandals. Also, Buckskin lined Shoes, double sole and water-proof Boots, all of which I will sell low for cash. All in want please culi and examine for your- selves. P. HOOVER Tron Hall, bet. 9th amd 10th sts., Pa. jan 10 {XTKA HEAVY PLATED TEA SETS, CASTORS CAKE BASKETS, &c. We invite attention to our assortment of the above Goods, all of the best quality and newest av styles. Also, ver von aap ALBATA FORKS, LA- DLES, SPOONS, &c. These goods are all gotten up in so close an im- itation of silver, as to defy the strictest scrutiny. M.W GALT & BRO., S24 Pa. avenue betw. 9th and [0th sts. "]\HREE-PLY SlIRT COLLARS, a beau tifal article, for sale 2 Jan 1—3t LAMMOND, Sr., 7th st. tect carcitin cathe face Ss Woleeadha Di = TRAYED AWAY—ON WEDNESDAY af- ternoon, Janu: 23d, a sorrel Horse, witha slitin bis right ear, having ona saddle, bridle and halter. Enquire of KES 4 & BRO , corner Green & Beall sts , Georgetown Five dollars reward will be paid for the Geltvery of the horse. jan 24—3t* BENTER & DUBANT Roe ee BEG LEAVE TO IN- form their friends and the public generally, that thelr RIFLE AND PISTOL, GALLERY 2 now complete, and will be open for visitors on Monday, January 2th. So, gentlemen. if you are ready, call and fire. jan 24. CLOTHING MADE TO ORDER. EMBERS OF CONGRESS, CITIZENS and strangers wishing to supply themselves with superior garments, made to order, are invited to examine our superior assortment of Doeskins, Cloths, Cassimeres, Silk, Satin and Velvét Vest- ings, all of which has been selected with an espe. clal view to the wants of our customers, which we will make to measure ina manner inferior to’ none, at much chea rates than the usual city prices. WALL & STEPHENS, 322 Pa. avenue, between 9th and 10th strects. Also, 391 Pa. aveuue, 3d door east of the Nattonal Hotel. jan AKNER’S POCKET KEVOLVERS,— Small, sure, and effective Also, Alicn’s and Coit’s Revolvers and single barrel Pistols. G. FRANCIS, dec 3i— 490 Seventh st. Oe SWEENY, RITTENHOUSE, FANT & CO. BANK Dirk . ‘ No. 352 Pennsylvania avenue, two doors west of Browns’ Hotel. a WEENY, RITTENHOUSE & CO. having associated Hamilton 6. Fant in their co- part nership will continue the Banking and Exchange business, in all its branches, under the name and style above mentioned. SWEENY, RITTENHOUSE & CO. Wasuineron, D, C. Janunry 1, 1856. jan 2-1lm pee KENT—A FURNISHED PARLOR 5 and chambers attached, all on first foor, may be had by peatlemen or afamily ys ha atNo. ope gi between 454 and 6th sts jan 25 — PUR RENT—A DWELLING HOUSE, con- taining ten rooms, very eligibly sitdated, with all the modern conveniences. Possession given on the first of February. Apply at No. J53 I st., between Lith and Mth janzi-uw N OPPORTUNITY FOR A GOOD IN- VESTMENT —For sale, 17 or 1 acres of Land, on the Heights of Georgetown, adjoining the property formerly occupied by Colon | Cox, (called the age Hsp ot rare advantaces as a building site, Market garden. It has a fine growth of young cedars and oak mess on the great er part «f {tthe elevation is such as to command the most extensive view of Georgetown, Wash- ington and Alexandria. The fact of this property being just outside of the Co: jon mits ren- ders it more desirable, being from the Corpo- ration taxes. For terms, &c., apply to J. L. KIDWELL, Georgetown. jan 2—a'f OR RENT—TWO ELEGANT DWEL- lings in the First Ward, and opposite the War Department, on 17th strect. The finest ‘ocation for a boarding-hcuse, or private dwellings in the city. Will be rented to a good and punctual ten- anton such terms as cannot fail to please. For further particularscallon JOHN ALEXANDER, 240 Pennsylvania avenue jan 2i—iw (intel) PLEASANT FRONT ROOM FOR RENT at No. 219 Pa. avenue, oppesite Willards’ Hotel jan 19-lw* ESIRABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.—I will now sell m: ‘operty, situated on the Georgetown and Rockville Turnpike, about two miles above Georgetown, eg pe the eee of Tennallytown, hae there ls a post office. he place contains 6334 acres, and is handsomely tm- proved ne atwo-story brick house, 32% 40, with a wing 25 % 31, and all necessary out houses. City property will be taken as ae Faas THUS. MARSHALL, At Mrs. Spalding’s, corner 9th and F sts. .—A COMMODIOUS DWELLING- house and lot, between Sixth and Seventh streets, near Island Hall. Also, Rooms on Ane near the City Hall, furnished or unfurnished, suitable for lodging or for offices, with the privilege, if desired, of a large law and miscellaneous library Apply at No. 7, 4}g street, nearthe City Hall. jan 5—tf URNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT G. ANDERSON has several furnished rooms for rent, suitable for a family or single gentleman. ‘The rent will be moderate No. 276 Pa. avenue, 2d door from Kirkwood House. jan 2—tf ro RENT—A HOUSE, WITH FLOWER and vegetable garden, sk eemped with 25 acres of land under good cultivation, sultabie for a dairy or market garden, (the letting of all together would be preferred.) ‘pleasantly situated, direct! n@@b from the Capitol, only a few minutes wal to the city limits. Any ptrson desirous of secur- ing a pleasant and hi residence in the cotn- try, and near the city, wi! please call on tke sub- weriber WM. EMMERT, Mount Pleasant, neat Glenwood Ceinetery. dec 12—e0st* awit JUNNYSIDE FOR SALE —THE SUBSCRI- ber desiring to retnove South, offers for sale this beautiful and highly improved farm, lying in Alexandria county, Va., 1 mile from the ns Bridge, or 2g miles from Centre Market, wit easy access by Washington and Alexandria turn- ike, or Alexandria Canal, which touch the place. Ae farm contains 200 acres; 30 acres is in good timber; the balance well laid off in arable fields and ineadows. Also, about 600 fruit trees of va- rious kinds, well sclected and planted in suitable situations. E The improvements consist of a good Dweiling House ofS rooms, beside garret and basement; a house for oversecr and hands, stabling for horses and cattle, with nevessary sheds &c., usual toa dairy and market farm. Persons desiring to purchase can get further in- By JAS. ©. McGUIRE, Avetionect Keported for the Evening Star by the Agent Y ND KITCHEN FUR ; HY oe obits Creckery Ware, gil eee ; * Anetion —On SATURDAY, the 2th} = ——— instant, I shall sell, in froat of my store at 10 From Califorsis o’clock a. m a large and } assortment of — China, Glass and Crockery Ware ‘Two Carriages and one Buggy With many other articles. t--8t A. GREEN, Auct By B. W. FERGUSON & CO, Ancts. EXTESStve SALK OF GULD AND SiL- ver Watches, Fine Jewe! a&ec.—We pohmrhogares for = a at tore, — of street an ‘eunsyivania avenue, on S - rn URDAY evening the 26th Instant, at 7 o'clock Pp Francisco, to the amount of nearly $150,000 m., (he above mentioned Jewelry, to which we| Mr Silsbee, the Yankee comedian, died at particularly invite the attention of our friends and | San Francisco on the 22d of December the public. This Jewelry is of the latest style and ‘The Sacramento Valley Railroad is open for mioel exwisiiely woeseet- twenty miles Wename in “= : Gold and silver Lever and Lepine Watches New and rich diggings have been discovered Fine gold-plated hunting and open face Watches | 00 American river. . Ladies and Gents’ fine gold Breastpins The news from the mines was encouraging Cameo and gold stone-set Earrings : Trade was dull, and the demand from the in- Gold neck, vest and fob Chains terior light. Flour and grain were dull. Gold Bracelets and seal Ri The dates from 0: are to the 20th of Gold Lockets of every description December. Nothing had t heard of Col Also a large varlety of SURE & LUTES. | Kinney's party, which went to attack Fort mere’. W. FERGUSON & CO., Aucts. Lp rarige which was in possession of the jians. P.S.—Thbe above sale will be continued every i evening until the whole fs sold. B.W.F. _ The Northern California Indian depreds- tions still continue. jan 35—d By JAS. C. Mc@UIRE, Auctioneer. — Sprig American Consul at La- SURRITURE AND HOUSEHOLD Er- “nd 4 fects at Public Sale-On THURSDAY resign nega are to the effect that morning, Jam Bist, at 19 o'clock, at the resi- | 4lker receives accessions of men by every dence of Thos Watson Esq, No. 540 L street | Seamer, and that his effective force is now between Sth and 9th, I sbail sell’ all his furniture } $50 men. and household Effects, viz: ‘lwo walnut hair spring-seat Tete-a tete Sofas French plate gilt frame Mantel Mirrors Marble-top Sota Table, Whatnot Wainut and maple cane seat Chairs and Rockers Mahogany Secretary and Bookcase, Cieck Do centr aT nstagewonc$ Welnut extension dining Table Exce!lent three-ply Carpets, Rugs and Oticloth Silver-plated Castors, Spoons and Forks China and Glarsware, Table Cutlery Cottage Bedsteads, Bureaus Washstends, Toilet Sets, Tables Feather Beds, Mattresses Bolsters and Pillows Biankets, Spreads, Comforts Cooking and other Stoves, &e. ‘Together with the usual assortment of Kitchen Requisites. ‘Terms : #20 and under cash; over that sum a credit of 60 and 90 days, for satisfactorily en- dorsed notes, bearing interest. . P. 8.—The House is for rent. Inquire of J. G. J.C. McGUIRE, Auct’r. Adams, next door. jan 24—d ~~ By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auctioneer. Ohio $8 75; Southern $8.81. {XTENSIVESALEOF PRIME FAMILY | Wheat is firm; sales of 4,000 bushels South- Groceries, Wines, Liquers, &c.—The | ern red 31.97. Corn is firm; sales of 10,000 ubscriber will sél] at public auction, at his store | bushels Western mixed at 92c. room, corner 7th and F streets, commencing on Pork has declined; sales of 400 bbis.; Mess TUESDAY MORNING, January 20, ati0o'clk, | 4+ $16.25. Beef is dull and unchanged. Lard and continue from day to day until the whole ts has declined; sales of 400 bbls. at 11}. dispossd of, his entire stock of well selected fam- Whisky is * tive ly Groceries, Wines, Liquors. &c., and a large vosay of el wit articles, all of whic! were fecently purchased, consisting in part of— Stock Markets. Brown, crushed, powdered, clarified and loaf Su- New Yorx, Jan 26.—Stocks are higher ; gars Chicago and Rock Island Railroad 86}; Llli- Java, Maracaibo, Laguyra and Rio Coffees nois Central Railroad 954; Cumberland Coa? Company 283; Michigan Southern Railroad Imperial, Young Hyson, Gunpowder and Green Te 87; — Coal Company 100i; Virginia 6's New Onveans, Jan 25.-—Tho eteamship Daniel Webster has arrived at this port from San Juan, bringing California advices of the 5th of January. A severe shock of an earthquake was ex- perienced at San Franclsoo on the 2d of Jan mary. Actacheepale had been issued against Lacien~ Herman, an extensive money t at San Baltimore Markets. Bavtiwore, Jan. 26.—Flour has declined ; sales of Howard street at $8.374. Wheat is unchanged ; to prime red $1.85a$1.90, good to prime whites $1.95a$2 00 Corn is dull; sales of yellow 74a7Sc, and white 70a73e. 4 Provision are quiet and receipts are = ed beef is dull ; Western Meee $13 Goasis, per bbl.; Baltimore packed Mess $18.00. Pork , the stock is light and prices are firm, Mess $16.75a$17 00 per bbl. ; the market is steady with a fair inquiry; shoulders sold for SiaSic., sides 94a93c., hams 12al3c. Lard is dull; sales of Western in bbls 10+al0ic., and llsallic in kegs. Butter; Western l6al8e., Glades 22a24c., Goshen 282300 New York Markets. New Yorx, Jan. 26.—Flour is firm; sales of 7,000 bbls. straight State at $8.124; good eas Oolong, Chulan, Powshonz, Black and other va- rieties of Teas Tobacco of various brands, and Cigars, good, me- dium and low price Flour in barrels and bags, Backwheat Soaps of various Binds, Starch and Indigo Wax, mould, sperm and adamantine Candles Otls, Pickles, Preserves, Catsup, Sardines, &c. Pepper, Spices, Fish, Cheese, Capers Wines—Chaimpague, Madeira, pale and brown Sherries, Port, &c. Brandies—London Dock, Old Otard, Hennessey, and others Whiskies—Old Bourbon, Menongehela, Nectar, ce that Certificate of Stock No. 91 for five shares in Unton Building Association, G own, In the hands of John Paxton, has been lost, and that a new certificate has been applied for. jan 29 St JOHN PAXTON OFFICIAL. Treasvrr Derartmenr, Dec. 1, 1°55. Notice is hereby given to holders of stocks ef fornation by applying to BURKE & HERBERT, Alexandria, or to the subseriber on the premises. Terms iberal. EDW. B. POWELL. nov 12—eotf {OR RENT—THF SECOND AND THIRD stories of the new house opposite the National ‘Theatre. Apply on the premises, or to W. H Prentiss, corner 15th and L streets. jan 2—eotf | Queer RENT—AT NO. 335 SOUTH B S&T, about two squares froin the Capitol, a Fur- nished parlor and two furnished chambers. dec 20—TThastt QUR RENT—IN GEORGETOWN ATWO- | story brick house, with extensive back bulld- ings, and fine apartments for servants. Gas pipes throughout the house, a pump of water tn the j yard, a large garden, and enclosed lot on each side | of the house — Also, for hire by the month or year | a first rate dining room servant, sober, honest and active, and accustomed to drive a one horse car- tiaxe Enquire at this office, er on Gay street, , 161 Georgetown. jan 16—diwé&eotf | hate RENT—A FIRST CLASS HOUSE, desirably situated, in the First Ward, and in the neighborhoed of the Circle. The house is | new and cvnlaias twelve rooms, with hot and cold baths. The f and of modern mal Reese the rent Will be Muerte, we, corner of 22d street. JURNISHED HOUSE FOR RE large dweiling house, eligibly situated, near ly opposite the City Hall, aud handsomely fur nished, containing eleven rooms; will be rented | for the remainder of the session of Congress. Gas in the house. For terms, &v., apply al the office of the National Hotel dee 2 —t i Ch UOL — ; FOR RENT.-THAT LARGE brick Ice House, situated at the corner of Vir- clnta avenue and Lith street, Island. For terms apply to JOHN R. ASHBY, at Perry & Brothers. ; dee 1o— EFS RENT—SKVEBAL HANDSOME P. lors and Chambers, with board Also, table and transient board. Inquire at Mrs. SMITH’S, 253 F street. 27— nov 2 ({7* RETURN THANKS TO THOSE OF | W our customers who have so promptly come forward and set led their bills as rendered; and | to these who have sh presen Pe re re Tes ut mos . oe to Hick grote oa or before the 6th day of ‘ebruary aay it is wey important that they to that date. aes i COLLEY & SEARS, No. 523 Seventh st., adjoining Dexter Hotel. jan 22—ec6t REMOVAL. . MIE SUBECRIBER WOULD MOST RE- 1 xpectf!ly inform his customers and the uublic generally, that he has removed bis Btore from the south to the north side of Pa. avenue, between Eleventh and Twelfth streets, where he will keepafull and well-selected assortment of the best and Jatest style of FRENCH CLOTHS, CASSIMERES, VESTINGS, AND GENTLEMEN’S FURNISHING GOODS. As the excellent business stand will enable him to do a much larger business, he feels ascured that he can furnish Gentlemen’s Garments on more moderate terms than heretofore. Having practised for a number of in Germany, England and France, he is confident that he can lease all those who may favor him with a call. ‘eeling prate- ful for past favors be solicits a continuance of the same. @. F. SCHAFER, nov 12 Merchant Tatlor. NEW JEWELKY STORE. ANIEL HIRSCH, LATE OF PARIS, HAS opened a new store of French FANCY GOODSand JEWELRY, on Louisiana avenue, opposite Centre Mar- 6 ket, (the store formerly occu) led by Mr. Dade to which the attention of the citizens {is called, He keeps on hand BREASTPINS, EARRINGS, WATCHES, BRACELETS, RINGS, CHAINS, aid a general assortment of JEWELRY. jan5—tf FOR SALE, At Greatly Reduced Prices, fer Cash, ILVER-PLATED COFFEE SETS ON white metal, from $14 up Best Silver plated Cuke and Card Baskels from uw we quality plated Castors 4,5, 6, and 7 bot'les fro m $6 u Plated Urns, Kettles, Waiters, Butterboats and Saltstands, at unusually low prices. wney Articles, such as Parlor A variety of fine Fancy A 5 Clocks, Bronzes. Dresden China Ornaments, Plates, Cups and Saccers, Parlan Marble Vases, Figures, etc., which wiil be closed out without ‘urd to first cost, bare | left of Christmas goods. “ihe public are invited to call and examine these goods. H. SEMKEN, 330 Pa. avenue, between 9th and 10th sts. jan 13—2w TAKE NUTICE. LL WHO WISH TO KEEP WARM AND A take care of thelr health will do well to call at LANE’S, who has a fall stock of warm Under: shirts and Drawers, Socks, Gloves, Mufflers, an Robes and Shawis, and will sell ee cnee for oer » ie Furnishing Store, 224 Pa. avenue. Jan 9 : presse VOL. OF MACAULAY’S HIs- En; izmo a eeF by FRANCK TAYLOR. is jan : life for in thein is the foundation of truth, and ‘ piven and confidential. ; second honse from 12th street, opposite Smithso the United States that this Department will pur- chase to the amount of $1,500 000 of sald stocks at any time when the same may be offered prior to the Ist day of June next, and will pay therefor the fellowing prices, to wit: F of stock of the loan of 1842, a premium of ten per cent; for stock of the loans of 1817 and 1843, a premium of sixteen per cent; for steck Issued under the act of 1850, commonly called Texas-in- demnity stock, a premium of six per cent; and for stock of the loan of 1916, redeemable on the {2th November, 1546, if received at the Treasury prior to the Ist day of January next, a premiom of 2 percent.; If recelved between the Ist Jan- uary and the Jist of Merch next, 2 premium of 2 per cent ; and If received after the 3ist of March and prior to said Ist of June next, a premium of 136 per cent. Interest wit also be allowed on said stocks at the rates specified in the certificates, from the Ist July last, if assigned with the principal cf the - ol tr cerlificates received prior to the Ist of January Ferns 30 ceats, inn, Woman or child; people of | Mt. After that date the interest will be allowed color 29 cents.’ Any particular advice will be | in addition to the premium from Ist of January te the date of their receipt. in both cases one day's interest will be allowed in addition for the money to reach the seller. Certificates transmitted to this Department un- der the present notice should be duly assigned to the United States (with the current half year’s in- terest, if sogt prior to the Ist of January next) by the party entitled to receive the purchase money cA, ae “subscribe will Payment for these stocks will be made by drafts oulge mes ee eee ee ay, as we | upon theassistant treasurer at Boston, New York, we can help. We will state the day for ‘ats than | or Philadelphia, as the parties entitled to receive ong in a future advertisement. . CLAGHET NEW ZUN, MAY & CO., the money may direct. JAMES GUTMRIK, : jan Cor. Penn. avenue and Ninth street. s ry of the Tr easury _dce 3—-atJanet 4 CASAL BOAT FOR SALE.—THE FINE / Canal Boat ‘Isaac Long,’% about 120 tons burthen, wil sold on favorable terms. A WATERS, of High eet, Commer ie ee. Mais, Wtllow and Hollow Ware, Store Fiztures, ac ‘Together with a geneidl assortment of all articles comprised in a well assorted grocery store. Terms: $30 and under cash; over (iatsuma credit of two, three and four months, for satisfac- torhly endorsed notes. JNO. H. JOHNSON. 4. €. McGUIRE, Auct. jan2—1 VORY HANDLE KSIVES AND FORKS, and Knives without forks. Also, an extensive assortment of Pearl, Ivory and Horn Handle Pen and Pocket Knives, imported direct from the cel- ebrated mannfactory of Jeseph Rodgers & Sons, end will be suld at very low prices, >) KE. K LUNDY, No. 128 Bridge st., Georgetown ASTROLOGY DEMONSTRATED. JRUP. SILVESTER INVITES TUF La- dies and gentlemen of Washington and vicl- nity tocall and consult the planets, for such as the bave in store for you on the day you was born, the samme yet shall receive at different azes in your Jan Is—-tr the omnipotance of a great God, to exccute, is will to man, and all things. Neither can you Apply at No. 137 B st., nian, on the Istand. All Kinds of distempers cured ia quick time. dec 29—1m* NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT. fo ‘HECOMPELLED TO ANNOUNCE BROWDERY RxeMbers to the = postpone the drawing thy that ——_ mre © Pf there being still a numYew days, on account aken. These persons wishing | steer y BUYS’ TEM CLOTHING. BE HAVE THIS DAY Reepiye large addition to our usually! +A assortment of first quality Boys’ and Chi ; CLOTHING, which we will offer to our cust ers and the public at unui gf low prices. Our stock consists in of— OVER CUATS and TALMAS ae Fine cloth ROUNDABOUTS and JACKET Fine and common PANTALOONS Silk, Satia, and Merino VES ts White and colored SHIRTS UNDERSHIRTS and DRAWERS CAPS, SUSPENDERS, HOSIERY, &c., &c. < Making our stock of Boys’ and Children’s " J af Water streets, jan 2i-1w me ‘ ether ge NEW ARTICLE, WITH RE- very ind complete. VOLVING HAMMERS just received, and Clothing very Ire WALL & STEPHENS, for sale b’ CAMPBELL & COYLE, 322 Pa. avenue, bet. 9th mene gone} jan 15 awe : iH No 351 Penaa. avence. = al OPERA GLASSES. HATS:!—HATS: EW YORK WINTER STYLES OF Beebe, Leary, Genin, with other fash- fonable Geutlemen’s — HATS, a full riment a ee LANE’S Hat, Cap And Gent’s Furn. Store, 424 Pa. avenue. - deo 3—tf BILLS OF EXCHANGE UN EUROPE. = ; NOW PREPARED TO DRAW Wus OF EXCHANGE ON LONDON, PARIS, BREMEN, and other points in Europe, to suit MOWEENY, RITTENHOUSE, FANT & CO. Bankers, No. 352 Pa. avenue, jan 1i-im west of Browns’ hotel. STUART'S CANDIES, UST RECEIVED, PER EXPRESS, ONE case of Stuart’s celebrated STEAM CANDY, ITCHINSON & MUNRO HAVE OPEN- a a fine assortment of OPERA GLASSES, which they can sell at extremely low prices. have constantly on a large and well : of FANCY GOODS, TOILET ARTI- sti /ES, PERFUMERY, &c., to all of which they Scuecneedien nt their F anc) "Store, No. 310 Penn- sylvania avenue, between ? inth and Tenth sts., next to Messrs. Waiter Harper & Co ’s jens MADAME re oak OM PARIS AND NE . ADAME DEVOS? MILLINERY HAS AR- M rived, and is now opened for inspection at THE acele n 3 No SOL Pennsylvania aven' . to which the attention of the ladies of Washing ton, Georgetown, &c. is respectfully invited. jan 2—tf AUTION AND REWARD .—Land War- consisting of Sugar Plums, Vanilla Cream, rant No. 40,825, in faveret Jenn See hae. other ki For sale at 120 acres, ass! to bilan =— : Z. M. P. KING'S tary Public, New Orleans above warren' 265 Vermont avenue, corner 15th and I sts. has been lost or — — rt: nov 25 against ager} — beral reward CHUBB BROTHERS, = = ~p | Will be given > K.—WE SINCERELY TENDER Netit= WE SINCER : i to all those of our customers who i Cena with the notice of the issue of our bills, called and paid at our desk thelr re- spective amounts. Those who still mga respectfully urged to settle up their bills, ~ waiting to be called, on, which may be —— able. All are aware, am eres tats = eee. Ot tne cen PAGETT, DODSON & cb: jan 24—3t JOHNSON'S points = ais No. 311 @ street, near Thirteen: E ‘BEING WELL EXPERIENCED IN Cooking, will serve MEALS to chascs. Spinner Fast Jes, Game Suppers, and jan 21—1it soaps oven a ee Also, stewed & 5 'T SHAVE.”—This re- | Terepins. Terms moderate 2 Sea’ N SXCEOLE Dy Mr. Jones after Several Rooms to let. Call as above. one of my American Ramapo Razors. O: rt ame after using my Tally-ho, ora M. HOFFA & CO, Beuble Carbonized XL. There are no fears KG LEAVE TO NOTIFY THEIR friends while using one of these Raters. 2 cis Se y'Btore 16 the Star - Waich Ri dec 31 490 Seventh st. Buildings, as soon as the slight damages done to —s the store by GOOD INVESTMENT. E HAVE FOR SALE THE FOLLOW- ing Bonds and other Securities, which will yield the holder ten to twelve per cent. on the in- vestment, viz: Orange and Alexandria Rail Bonds Virginia and Tennessee do Illinois Internal Imp’t Bonds of 1847. The above securities are er mga f safe. SWEENY, RITTENHOUSE, FANT & co., jan %—1m |, 352 Pa avenue. _ OPER! G@LASSES—The largest and cheap- assortinent city at sess ta HN F. Bias, 306 Pa. avenue, between 9h and 10th «ts. 31 CHRISTMAS GIFT: OBERT SCHWARZE SAS THE PLEA- R sure _ ee re eon is weil Sih FRESH OYSTERSS ‘TERS, pvt up air. . for sending thr m to their distant friends in the eoun- He also keeps constantly on band a fne eup- ‘of PICKLED and PRESERVED OYS8T! Pease call on zg. Seen ee, oe Uth streets, or leave orders establishinent Somer of fuk set and Poon He.