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FUBLISHED EVEQY AFTEKNUON, (EXCEPT SUNDAY,) corner of Pennsylvania By W. D. WALLACH, WII! be served to subscribers by carriers at SIX AND A QUARTER CENTS, peyable weekly to the Agents; papers served In packages at 37} eents per month. To mail subscribers the sub- scription pricels THREB DOLLARS AND FIF- FY CENTS a yeartsadeance, TWO DOLLARS for six months, and ONE DOLLAR for threes months; for less than three months at the rate of 12x cents a week. (> SINGLE COPIES ONE CENT. ? Ebening Star. VOL. VIL. BOOK AND JOB PRINTING. HOMAS McGILL, SUCCESSUR TO THE firm of Kirkwood & McGill respectfully an- nounces that be is fully prepared to execute all or- ders for PLAIN OR ORNAMENTAL PRINTING at bis large and convenient Establishment, 7th st. three doors below Odd Fellows’ Hall. The business of the old firm, and all other work entrusted to him will meet with mt attention. THOMAS McGILL, Seventh street, between D and FE. Three doors below Odd Fellows’ Hall. jan t—eolm $5 RE WAR D —I will give the above mentioned reward for the apprehension and delivery to me, of ANN, a slave, who calls herself Ana Johnson, and who ran awey from me on Saturday night, the Sth instant. She is about 24 years old, 5 feet, four or five inches high, light biack complexion with full round face, of good figure, and likely. She has a variety of clothing and took with her her feather bed and bedding. WM. F PHILLIPS, dec 10—eotf 596 New Jersey avenue. NEW YORK HATS. WISH ALL GENTLEMEN WHO ARE IN want of Hats to bear In 7 mind that the plan which I opted six months ago, of selling HATS and CAPS at greatly reduced prices, for cash only, is In success- ful operation, con uently aan aie y oak have the benefit of cast, and are not charged twenty-five cent. extra profit to o! bad debts. The very best and most fashionable DRESS HATS, at 83 50, equal to any usually sold at $5, and the best $3 Hat south of New York; anda first-rate, durable, and fashionable Hat, $2 50. A full supply of black and brown FELT HATS, and Children’s Fancy Goods, at very low prices. Small profits and quick sales is the motto. ANTHONY, Practical Hatter, Seventh street, near Pennsylvania avenuc, Opposite Dexter’s Hotel. 1 have made arrangements with one of the best boot makers in Philadelphia to be kept constantly supplied with the very best and most fashionable French calf-skin sewed BOOTS, warranted French calf, or no sale, which I offer for the un- precedented low price of $362%. I have shown them to competent judges, who pronounce them to be the best Boots for the price in the United States I also havea splendid sewed GAITER BOOT, made of the very best French calf skin patent leather. all of the latest style, for 83 50. Competition is out of the question. Allf askis for gentlemen to come and see for themselves Terns positively cash. dec H. SEMKEN, aera th ‘. enna. avenuc. between 9th and 10th streets, BS AS RECEIVED AND OPENED THIS DAY 2 magnificent assortment of fine and rich imported JEWELRY , such as Flor- entine and Roman Mosales, Italian Lavas and Corals, Garnets, Cameos, and a vari- ety of richly chased Gold Jewelry or any descrip tion, the very latest styles Also, a new lot of fine London and Geneva WATCHES, warranted tin rs. aOR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. A splendid assortment of fine Silverware, Pitch- ers, Castors, Creams, Goblets, — Forks and Spoons, (sterling.) Fish, Cake an Pie Knives, Butter and Frait Knives, Soupand Oyster Ladies, Preserve, Sucar and Cream Spoons, Salt Cellars, Napkin Rings, etc, ete SILVER PLATED WARE, ON ALBATA. Castors, Baskets, Butterboats, Urne, F orks and Spoons. = PANCY ARTICLES. Freach Clocks, Dresden China Ornaments, in variety, Card Cases, Portmonnaies, Cigar Cases. And also a large assortment of SPECTACLES In Gold, Silver and &tcel Frames, to sult e eve and age; Eye Glasses, Congress Specs, ai Opera Glasses. We take in showing our goods to all, whether purchasers or not. All cur are warranted as represented, and Will be sold at the lowest possible price. [> Jewelry and Silverware made to order; iamonds remounted ; Gold Pens repointed, and Engraving on Stone executed at short notice. Ghronometers and all kinds of fine Watches and Masical Boxes put in perfect order at short notice. H. SEMKEN, Jeweler, 0 Pa. avenue, between 9h and 10th sts. dec 1—t MARRIAGE GUIDE. DR. YOUNG'S POCKET ZSCULAPIUS; Or, Every Une his own Physician: EING OBSERVATIONS ON MARRIAGE Medically and Philosephicallv ccnsidered, as MANHOO@DS EARLY DECLINE, with di rections for its perfect cure. Being « Coufidential Silent Friend and Private Adviser; followed by Observations on the Treatment of Venereal Dis- eases, Gonnorhea, Gleet, Strictures, &c.; illus- trated with Cases Plates, and Diagrams, from Dr YOUNG'S PRIVATE PRACTICE—to be consulted without exposure, and with assured confidence of success: Only 25 cents. For sale by the Arent, ALEX. ADAMSON, on Seventh st , opposite Post Office. dec 2—3m* [No 550) «Swamp and Overflowed Lands.”’ pu 1c NOTICE —PURSUANT TO THE instructions of the Secretary of the Interior, abiic notice is hereby given that, in order to Pring toa close the business under the act of Con- gress approved September 25, 1550, entitled, ‘An act to enable the State of Arkansas, and other States, to reclaim the ‘swamp lands’ within their limits,”? and at the same time afford to parties whe claim that portions of tt lands sclected un- der said law are ~— and fit “.1 cultivation, an op ortunity to introduce evidence, all lands so se- fe ‘d, to the approval whe: no objection be made within six months from the date hereof, will be certified and patented to the States Such objections as are contemplated by the above must be made under oath, and filed with the register and receiver of the proper land office for transmission to the General Land Office. The necessary forms for affidavits are in the hands of ofBcers The followin classes of land are exempt from objection, to-wit: st. Lands entered with cash, or located with military bounty land warrants or scrip, after the Passage of the act of 2th September, 1850, and prior to the passage of the act of 24 March, 1555, “for the relief of purchasersand locators of swamp overflowed lands.” a ome already patented to the State under the inp law "fale onmed where objection Is raised, testimony must be taken before the register and receiver of the land office, at sach time, after the expiration of said six months, as they may appoint. with the consent of the Commissioner of the General Land Office. The lists of swam — — a ° to ins ion dur! e regular Lame Send Office - of the Ween aad olty of Washing Given under mony mae = : 2ist day of Decem =e eee HENDRICKS, Commissioner General Land Office. fan 1°— GIFT BUOKSTURE!: GENERAL SELECTION OF STANDARD Giftand Miscellaneous BOOKS AND STATIONERY for sale at HILBUS’S MUSIC enti 2 . an net of Pa EAT [DUCE MENT. EVERY PURCHASER RECEIVES A GIFT. Each article is sold at the usual retail price; and for every dollar’s purchase a sealed envelope is drawn by the buyer, containing the name of some if, which is presented on the spot. Among the Eins are Gold Watches, Jewelry, Music, Fancy and Tollet Articles, &c ° HILBUS MUSIC gene dec 8—tr Corner Pa av. and Iit! if 8. P. NOUVERS Boot, Shoe, and Trunk Esta! 5 lion Hall, Pa. avewue, between 9th and 10th sts. 1 HAVE JUST RECEIVED FOR LADIES, MISSES, and CHILDKEN, Cleth Botton, Buckskin, lined Button, Healed GAITERS. Also, thick and thin Gaiters; Bronze, Black, and Colored, at $1.25, worth #2; Ladies Alpine Button Gatters, $3.50; French W bite Satin Glicerions SLIPPERS, Gen- tlemen’s French Patent Leather BOOTS and SHOES, of all descriptions; Gentlemen’s De- tached GAITERS. all colors; Boy’s and Youth’s Patent Leather and Calf BOUTS and SHOES. My stock of Fall and Winter Wear, recently se- lected from the most celebrated manufacturers, is very superior. Promises to offer unusual indncements,and re- 1 spectfully solicit your and influence ‘Geo 14it pee eneg P HOOVER, take pleasure in recommending him to zens ef Washii and dental o GUTTA PERCHA TEETH. 5 ie UNDERSIGNED HAVE BEEN IN for the habit of sending eur ta to Dr. Cosb: Dental operations ani of — and e citi- as the best tooth extractor sinc Shape ery pay tat psd le inserts teeth a) in the United States. 7 Geo. P. Holdman, M. D. B. W. Towies, M.D. A. V. Payne, M.D, DDS Joba F. Miller, M.D. James Bryant, MD G. F. Chamberlin, M. D., DDS. ©. H. Harris, M.D. Samuel P. Brown, M.D. Wythe Tinsiey, M.D B. M. Francisco, M. D. Office over Ford & Bro. . 290, corner of 1th street and Pa avenue. ___ Rov om GUTTA PERCHA TEETH. R. 0. MUNSON, AT 310 PA. AVENUE, is mounting Teeth on a Gutta Percha Base. Also, with Allen’s ot ent coatinuous Gum, combfning beau- ty, strength and cleanliness. br. M. ts determined to with every improvement in Dentistry, and will strive to please profit his patrons. REFERENCE: Rev. Dr. Gurley, Hon. R H Gillet, Dr. Binney, Hon. S A Douglas, Hon. C Mason. Dr. R P Patterson, Hon. A O P Nicholson, Dr. R Coolidge, And the Medical Faculty of Georgetown Col- lege. nov Z3—tf MEMBERS UF CONGRESS AND VISIT- OBS TO WASHINGTUN RE RESPECTFULLY INFORMED that at TAYLOR & MAURY’S BOOK AND STATIONERY STORE, Pennsylvania avenue, near Ninth street, they will meet all their require- ments. Their extensive stock, in addition to the following important works, comprises every de- partment of Literature. Science, and Art NEW BOOKS received immediately on publi- cation. Weekly importations from England. Calhoun‘’s Works, 6 vols. Jefferson's Works, 9 vols. Webster’s Works, 5 vols., Autograph edition Everett’s Orations and Speeches, 2 vols Clay's Private Correspondence, | vol. S.S. Prentiss’s Memoirs, 2 vols Bancroft’s History of the United States, 6 vols. Statesman’s Manual, 4 vols. Hickey’s Constitution, 1 vol. Jefferson’s Manual, 1 vol. The Constftutions of the U nited States, 1 vol. Eliiott’s Debates and Madifon’s Papers, 5 vols. Marsh’s Orators and Statesmen, I vol. Story’s Works, 3 vols Lives of Chief Justices of the United States, 1 vol. Lieber’s Civil Liberty and Self Government, 2 vols. Wirt’s Life of Patrick Henry, | vol. Kennedy’s Life of Wirt, 2 vols. Garland’s Life of John Randolph, I vol. Party Leaders, by Baldwin, 1 vol De Tocqueville’s Democracy in America, 1 vol. The Federalist, 2 vol Crimke’s Nature and Tendency of Free Institu- tions, 1 vol Constitutional Text-Book, 1 vol. Carey’s Past, Present, and Future, I vol. Seaman's Progress of Nations, 1 vol McElligott’s American Debator, 1 vol. Future Wealth of America, | vol. Smith's Wealth of Nations, 1 vol Every conuicom of American, Englisb, and French STATIONERY of the finest quality, at the lowest prices. Visiting Cards engraved and printed with the greatest promptitude TAYLOR & MAURY’S, jan 8tr near 9tb street. TOPHAM & NORFLET’'S NEW AND CHEAP SADDLE, HARNESS AND TRUNK STORE, 499 Seventh st , opposite Odd Fellows’ Hall. MESSRS. TOPHAM late of Philadelphia, and NORF LET of this Sa oO respectfully announce their friends and the public, that they have com- menced the Saddling Business at the above stand, where they will make and keep constantly on hand a large and superior assortment of—Mens’, Ladies’, and Boys’ SADDLES, BRIDLES MARTINGALES, and WHIPS. HARNESS of e deseri ion, both for city and country use. All kinds of TRUNKS, VALISEs, and CAR- PET BAGS. Ladies’ SATCHELS, TRAVEL- ING BASKETS. and FANCY WORK BOXES. HORSE BLANKETS, COVERS, COLLA and HAMES. Horse, Spoke and Dust BRUSH- ES. CARDS, CURK -COMBS, SPONGES, c., &e. All material used will be the best that can be obtained; and both of us having been practical workmen for several years, we feel confident that our work cannot be Le yon either for style or durability. By unremitting efforts to give satis- faction we hope to merit, and respec! y solicit, ashare of public patronage. Pasticular attention paid to covering Wrunks and repairing all kinds of work. ers’ tools constantlyon hand, nov 7—tf MORE NEW GOODS OHN HB. SMOOT, NY. 119 SOUTH SIDE Bridge strect, near High, Georgetown, D.C has received an additional supply of Fall and Winter GOUDS, his assortment very complete In his stock will be found a first rate assort- ment of — Ladies’ Dress Goods Black Moire Antique Silks Motre Antique Cloak and Dress Trimmings Rich stri and Moire Antique Sash and Bonnet Ribbons Swiss and Cambric Bands, Collars and Sleeves Biack and col’d Cloths, for Cloaks Stella, Brocha and Bay State Shawis With a good assertment of the best makes Flan- nels, Blankets, and Dry Goods generally My stock being desirable and cheap purchasers will find it to their advantage to call beforegetting fully oe J. H. SMOOT. nov Ii ——————— SICTILE IVORY --JUST RECEIVED, sev eral exquisite specimens of his manufacture, including “ The Descent from the Cross,’ after Rubens; ‘‘ The Flight into Egypt j’’ ** Adora- tion of the Wise Men;” “‘ Head of Ghrist,”” after Domenichino—Madonna ; ‘‘ Ecce Homo,” &c., specially adapted for Christmas presents, at TAYLOR & MAURY’S Boo! , hear 9th at. WIGS AND TOUPEES. ‘ITIZENS AND STRANGERS ARE KE- , ome omen, that the best assortment of 168 and TOUPEES are to be found at HEARD’S HAIR DRESSING ERTABLISH— MENT, and WiG MANUFACTORY, Sixth st. National Hotel. Wigs and Toupees made on the shortest notice, Also, a assortment of Ladies Back Braids Just arrt from New York. dec Li—eo3m COFFIN WAREROOM, &c. WILLIAM PLANT & CO., UNDERWA- * KERS—residonce418 Seventh Strect, between @ and H streets ‘offins, Caps, Shrouds, Carriages every aribls for Interments of the best ee furnished at short notice, on the most reasonable terms, and at all hours of the — Leican, the exclusive right ——— se Corpse Preserver, we guarantee to keep dead for any length of time, © jy —ly JONAS P. LEVY, IMPORTER AND DEALER IN WINES, LIQUORS, CIGARS, AND FINE GROCERIES dec 21—tr General Commission & Forwarding Merchant INSORANCE AND BILL BROKER, No. 474 Pa. av., two doors below U. 8. Hotel, a ee = -—Coun' erc are ve me a cal! Sane panmonng —- * Si) See GPNERAL INVITATION TO EX- amine one of the largest and best assortments of Parlor Grand, Square, and Boudoir PIANOS, ever exhibited toa Washington public. ns wishing to purchase, will they can be accommodated on the most liberal terms, by early application at the Music Star Build ings, GEO ILBUS, Agent. Constantly In receipt of NEW MUSIC. dec #i—tr a see 1OLT’S, ALLEN’ RUBBINS, and LAW- rence & Co.’s nt revolving hammer, five and six barrel PISTOLS. Also, a good assort- ment of single barrel Pistols, from 79 cents to $5 each. American RAZORS of the best quality, ‘warranted. For sale by rT tet. PEK. LUNDY, dec il No. 128 Bridge street, Georgetown. ABAS, WORK BOXES, CHINA GOODS, CARD CASES, PORTEMONN IES, &.? 10th ye a SOuN F. ELLIS. ‘ACAULY’S HISTORY OF ENGLAND, ved. an 9 a7 le Gay OOP RANCK TAYLOR. WASHINGTON, D. C., FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1856. NO. 930. NAVY DEPARTMENT, BUREAU oF Constavction, &c. January 12, 1856 ROPOSITIONS WILL BE RECEIVED by this bureau, until the 12th of February, for the following articles for the United States steamer Mississippi, to be delivered at the navy- yard, New York : Two vertical tubniar boilers, to be made of the best charcoal bloom boiler plates ; tube sheets to be one-half inch, water bottoms and ash-pits sev- en-sixteenth, shell three-eighths of an Inch in thickness. All the external parts to be double rivetted, and caulked on both sides where it can be got at to do 80; no screw stays to be used in the lews, water bottoms, or steam chimney. ‘The crowns and sides of shell to be stiffened by T iron, from which the braces are to lead. The botlers will be about twenty-three and one- half feet front, by about eleven and one half feet deep, and about twelve and one-half feet high; to be furnished with the necessary man and hand hole plates, furnace, flue and damper doors ; lugs for grate bearers, and for securing boilers to the snip, and to be tested when done at a hydraulic pressure of 35 lbs. per square inch The tubes to be furnished by the government and to be set by the contractors, the government being responsible for all tubes condemned from their defects, and the contractor for all condemned — negate aon e price to und finished, less the weight of the takes as : Also, the prices per pound for such fron cast- Ings as may be required for engine and bollers, of green sand, of dry sand, of loam, and for one and one-third sets of grate bars, and for composition castings (of copper and tin.) = patterns to be furnished by the govern- men The whole to be done in the best mcnner, and to be subject to the inspection and approval of such persons as the department may appoint. Drawings of the bollers will be furnished bid- ders on application to the department. Payments will be made for one-third their estt- mated amount when the boilers are half com- pleted ; the remainder when they have been test- ed satisfactorily by steam. For castings, when delivered and approved Bidders will be particular in stating their prices and the time when they propose to complete and deliver the work. Bondand good security will be required for the faithful performance of the work and the fulfillment of the contract. jan 13—lawiw HE NORTH AMERICAN REVIEW — Published by aga 4 on the first days of Jan- uary, April, au; and October, in numbers of nearly three hundred pages each, at Five Dollars a year Conten's of No. CLXX, for Jaxmary, 1856 Article |. Life, Services, and Works of Henry Wheaton Bartol’s Pictures of Euro) . Statistics of Insanity in Massachusetts - Sydney Smith ‘The Romish Hierarchy {. History of the Jacobin Club 1. Varon’s Memoirs 1. The Pacific Railroad . American Poetry . German Emigration to America vid Critical Notices. ‘Lae North American Review has now attained its 170th number, having been published without intermission for more than forty years. It is far the oldest American Periodical devoted to general literature and science, and its reputation has been steadily maintained, both in this country and in Europe, as the leading journal of the United States within itsappropriate department. Supplied for Sos penne by FRANCK TAYLOR. jan L United States Patent Office, Washington, Jan. 22, 1856. N THE PETITION OF JOSEPH H BUR- ROWS, of Cincinnati, Ohio, praying for the extension of a patent granted to them on the 23d day of April, 1512, for an improvement in ‘Mill Stones,’ for seven years from the SxS ration of said patent, which takes place on the 23d day of April, 1856: It is ordered, that the petition be heard at the Patent Oftice on Monday, the 7th of April next, at 12 o’clock m ; and all | aineaes are notified to bs 7 pear and show cause, if any they have, why said petition ought not to be granted. Persons opposing the extension are required to file in the Patent Office their objections, specially set forth in writing, at least twenty days before the day of hearing; all testimony filed by either ‘ty to be used at the sald hearing must be taken and transmitted in accordance with the rules of the office, which will be furnished on app! ication. The testimony in the case will be closed on the 27th day of March; depositions and other papers relied upon as testimony must be filed In the of- fice on or before the morning of that day; the ar- guments, if any, within ten days thereafter. Ordered, also, that this notice be published In the Union, Intelligencer and Evening Star, Wash- ington, D. C.; Argus, Baltimore; Patriot & Union Harrisburgh, Pa; Journal of Commerce, New York; and Enquirer, Cincinnatl, Ohio, once a week for three successive weeks previons to the 7th day of April next, the day of hearing. CHARLES MASON, Commissioner of Patents. P.S.—Editors of the above papers will please copy, and send their bills to the Patent Office, wit apes containing this notice. jan 3—law3w LOW-PRICED CARPETINGS. UST RECEIVED, AND ON SALE, A LOT of exceedingly low-price Carpetiogs, which will be run off at the following extremely low rates : Some at 31 cents, well worth 373 cents Some at 3754 cents, well worth 5U cents Bome at 50 cents, well worth 62} cents Some at 62 cents, well worth 75 cents Also, 5 bales superfine i sda in entirely new styles and superb colors, warranted to wear lohger and more creditably to buyer and seller than three- Ply Also, 6 bales new style Wool Dutch Carpetings; in new, bright and pretty colors, very heavy and cheap Also, 20 sheets floor Oilcloths, in new designs and colors, which will be cut up as per di- CLAGETT, DODSON & CO. Dealers in all kinds of Furniture Diy Goods, jan B—eoet No. 4 Market Space. REMOVAL. HE SUBSCRIBER WOULD MOST RE- spectfully inform his customers and the ia generally, that he has removed his tore 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 latest stvle of FRENCH CLOTHS, CASSIMERES, VESTINGS, AND GENTLEMEN’S FURNISHING GOODB. As the excellent business stand will enable him to do a much larger business, he feels assured that he can furnish Gentlemen’s Garments on more moderate terms than heretofore. Having practised for a number of years in Germany, England and France, he ls confident that he can please all those who may favor him with a call. eeling grate- ful for past favors he solicits a continuance of the same. @. F. SCHAFER, nov 13 Merchant Tailor. ee COUGHS, COLDS, HOARSENESS, &c. ERSONS predisposed to Pulmonary Affec- tions find this the most trying seasop, owing to the sudden changes in temperature; yet by a little care, adopting warm, clothing and supply- ing themselves with a good prescription or bh remedy they may Kegel Ada off what ee ny a oe nt ey tee - ER’S COMPOUND GUM ARABIC SYRUP has been so long known and highly Sete as one of our most innocent, yet efficacious, plea- sant, and (since the reduction in price,) econom!- cal es, that it may be recommended and used with the utmost confidence. It is sold at 25 cents, or three bottles in one, 50 cents. Wholesale by PATTERSON & NAIRN and STOTT & cu - retail most D: ists. In Alexan- dria PEEL & STEV j Georgetown by Mr. CISBELL. oct 3 NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT. E ARECOMPELLED TO ANNOUNCE to the subscribers to the PRIZE EM. BROIDERY RAFFLE, that we shall have —— the drawing for a few days, on account of tl being still a uumber of chances not yet taken. Those wishing to subscribe wiil oblige us by & us their names early, as we do not wish to delay the drawing any longer than wecan help. We will state the day for drawing In a future advertisement. CLAGETT, NEWTON, MAY & CU., jan 14 Cor. Penn. # and Ninth street. MADAME DEVOS. FROM PARIS AND NEW YORK. ADAME DEVOS) MILLINERY HAS AR- rived, and is now opened for inspection at THE LAKES, No 504 Pennsylvania avenue to which the attention of the ladies of Washing- me mn, &c. is respectfully invited» BALLS. BALI, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE Poor of the Seventh Ward. NHE CITIZENS BEING DESIROUS OF relieving, in some measure, the Sufferi of the Poor of their Ward, have concluded to give a Bali for that ert on ENING, February Sth, 1656, TUESDA i AT ISLAND HALL. They appeal to the benevolent throughout the GPs to assist them in this laudable undertak: ickets ONE DOLLAR, admitting a gentle- man and ladies—to be procured from any of the Managers. Managers. £ M Pearson, ES Allen, Q L Page, Dr J E Morgan, Jas E Johnson, Thos F, uloya, J Pettibone, J Pumpbrey. H Polkinhorn, J Van Riswick, Theo Wheeler, Jacob Wilson, Thos Milburn, Wm Tucker, JR Elvans, BS Kinsey, W Camack, sr. WC Bamberger JH DeBille, Jos Stevenson, A R Harvey, D B Clark, S Pumphrey, D Johuson, RT Knight, Thos W Riley, J T Cassell, Gil’t Cameron, I, R H-lmead, J M Young, he Jones Ellis, Jos Cornwell, J W Mart W R Riley, JL Smith John Stevenson. Wm Ashdown, WT Walker, David Hepburn, Committee of Arrangements. JE Johnson, Thos E Lloyd, John Dudley, W T Walker, Levi Jones, Peter Egan. Joshua Dulin, W Camack, jr. jan 28-eotb O. BOSWELL, Treasurer. THE FOURTH ANNUAL BALL OF THE MONTGOMERY GUARDS, WILL BE GIVEN AT THE WASHINGTON ASSEMBLY ROOMS MONDAY EVENING, Feb. 4th, 1556, lars MONTGOMERY GUARDS beg leave to inform thetr friends, civil and military, that they will give their fourth annual Ball on MONDAY EVENING, February 4th, 1856. In making this announcement the Guards pledge themselves that no pains will be spared to make thisas agreeable as any they have hereto- fore given. Refreshments and Supper will be served by an experienced caterer. most excellent band of music is selected for the occasion. No bats or caps to be worn in the ball room ex- cept by the military. Committee of Arrangements. Capt ne Corp’! Nihil, Priv McNichol, Sgt Burk, Lt Kelleher, Priv D O'Lery, Set Murry, Priv Jirdin Qr M Maher. Ensign Wall Priv McCaffrey jan 25—dtb SOIREES. ROF. H.W. MUNDER MOST RESPECT- fully announces to the public that his Roirees: will take place every WEDNESDAY EVEN- ING. ‘These entertalaments are considered by all who have attended them to be the most sociable that has ever been given in this city. jan 2—T&AWw ‘TRUEMAN DE MOTT, A Lunatic, with sandy hairand florid complex- fon, esca, from his home and friends in the town of Ellery, N. Y., some time since, and, it is thought, will endeavor to make his wey to Wash- in, . His relatives are most anxious to obtain information where he is, and any one who may hear of him will be suitably rewarded for drop- ping a line to the editor of the Star. an 23—tf OFFICIAL. Treasvry DepartMENT, Dec. 1, 1855. Notice is hereby given to holders of stocks of 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 nay be offered prior to the Ist day of June next, and will pay therefor the following prices, to wit: For stock of the loan of 1842, a premium of ten per cent.; for stock of the loans of 1847 and 1848, a premium of sixteen per cent.; for stock issued under the act of 1860, commonly called Texas-in- demnity stock, a premium of six per cent.; and fer stock of the loan of 1816, redeemable on the I2th November, 1846, if received at the Treasury prior to the ist day of January next, a premium of 2) per cent.; if received between the Ist Jan- uary and the 3lst of March next, a premium of 2 per cent ; and if received after the 3ist of March and prior to said Ist of June next, a premium of 1g percent. Interest will also be allowed on said stocks at the rates specified in the certificates, from the Ist July last, if assigned with the principal of the certificates received prior to the Ist of January next. After that date the interest will be allowed in addition to the premium from Ist of January to 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 sent prior to the Ist of January next) by the party entitled to receive the purchase money. Payment for these stocks will be made by drafts upon theassistant treasurers at Boston, New York, or Philadelphia, as the parties entitled to receive the money may direct. . JAMES GUTHRIE, dec 3—dtJunel Secretary of the ‘Treasury. LL THE NEW BUOKS PUBLISHED received and for sale, at SHILLINGTON’S BOOKSTORE. Caspar, by the author of “Wide, Wide World.’’ The Mysterious Story Book, or the ‘Good Step Mother Lances of Lynwood, a new juvenile book, by the author of the Heir of Redcliffe. Travels, Vo , and Adventures of Gilbert Go- ahead, by Peter Parle y Mimic Life, by Mrs. Ritchie, formerly Mrs. Mo tt wal Widow Bedott Papers The Hunter’s Feast, or Conversation around the Camp Fire, by Capt. Mayne Reid, author of Sealp Hunters. the Ten Years among the MAil Bags Fanny Grey, a history of life in a series of six beautiful figures, the neatest and most delight- ful gift for children that we have seen. Blank Books and Sener ected euged descrip- tion, at the lowest prices, for at nt: PeeSHILLINGTON’S Stationery and Book Establishment, Odeon Building cor. Pa. av. and 43 st. dec 31—tf CHEAP EDITION. HIRD AND FOURTH VOLUME OF MA- T caulay’s History of ‘land, bound in one volume, Also, published. The American Almanac tor 1856. 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WHITTIER. “Bhrieks—fiendish yells, they stab them in their sleep” One hundred years ago'—the hunter, who ra the hills and the forests of New Eng- land, fought against other enemies than the brown bear and the panther. The husband- man, as he toiled inthe plain, or the narrow clearing, kept closely at his side a loaded wea- pon; and wrought diligently and firmly inthe midst of peril. The frequent crack of the In- dian’s rifle was heard in the still depthsof the forest—the death-knell of the unwary hunter; and, ever and anon, the flame of some devoted farm-house. whose dwellers had been slaugh tered by a merciless foe, rose redly upon the darkness of the night time. The wild and fiery eyes of the heathen gleamed through the thick underwood of the forest, upon the pass- ing of the worshippers of the only truc God; and the war-whoop rang shrill and loud un- der the very walls of tho sanctuary of prayer Perhaps ‘no pet of New England affords a wider field for the researches of the legendary, than that portion of Massachusetts Bay, for- merly known as the provinceof Maine. There the ferocious Norridgewock held his stern councils, and there the tribes of the Penobscot went forth with song and dance todo battle upon the white man. There. the romantioand chivalrous Castine immured himself in the for- est solitudes, and there the high-hoarted Ral- le—the mild and gifted Jesuit—gathered to- gether the broken strength of the Norridge- wock, and built up in the great wilderness a temple tothe true God. There, too, he per- ished in the dark onslaught of the Colonists— perished with many wounds, at the very foot of the Cross, which his own hands had planted. And there the Norridgewocks fell—one after another—in stern and uncomplaining pride— neither eae 2 hor giving quarter, as they resisted the white spoiler upon the theshold of their consecrated place of worship, and in view of their wives and children. The following is one among many legends of the etrange rencontres of the White Man and the Indian, which are yet preserved in the ancient records and traditions of Maine. The simple and unvarnished narrative is only given: It was a sultry evening towards the last of June, 1722, that Capt. Harmon and the East- ern Rangers urged their canoes up the Kenne- bee river, in pursuit of their enemies. For hours they toiled diligently at the oar. The last trace of civilization was left behind, and the long shadows of the skirting forest met and blended in the middle of the broad stream, which wound darkly through them. As every sound from the adjacent shores—the rustling wing of some night-bird, or the quick footsteps of some wild beast—the dash of the oar was suspended, and the ranger’s grasp tightened on his rifle. All knew the peril of tie enter- prise; and that silence, which is natural of jeopardy, settled like a cloud upon the mid- night adventurers. “‘Hush—softly men!’ said the watchful Harmon, in a voices, which scarcely rose above a hoarse whisper, as the canoe swept around a ragged Promontory, “there is a light ahead '”’ All eyes were bent towards the shore. A tall Indian fire gleamed up amidet the great oaks, casting a red and strong light upon the dark waters. For a single and breathless mo- ment the operation of the oar was suspended, and every ear listened with painful carnest- ness tocatch the well-known sounds, which seldom failed toindicate the propinquity ofthe savages. But all was now silent. With slow and faint movements of the oar, the canoes gradually approached the suspected spot. The landing was effected in silence. After moving cautiously for a consiiderable distance in the dark shadow, the party at length ventured within the broad circle of the light, which at first attracted their attention armon was at their head, with an eye and a hand, quick as those of the savage enemy whom he sought. The body of a fallen tree lay across the path. As the rangers were on the point of leaping over it, the eoarse whisper of Harmon again broke the silence “God of heaven'”’ he exclaimed, pointing tothe tree. “See here!—’tis the work of the cursed red skins!’’ A smothered curse growled on the lips of the Tangers, as they bent grimly forward in the direction pointed out Ly their commander Blood was sprinkled on the rank grass, and a human hand—the hand of a white man—lay ou the bloody log! There was not a word spoken, but every countenance worked with terrible emotion. Had the rangers followed their own desperate inclination, they would have hurried reckless- ly onward to the work of vengeance; but the example of their leader, who had regained his usual calmness and self-command, prepared them for a less speedy, but wore certain tri- umph. Cautiously passing over the fearful obstacle in the pathway, and closely followed by his companions, he advaneed stealthily and cautiously upon the light, hiding himself and his pany as much as possible behind the thick trees. Ina few moments they obtained a fall view of the object of their search. Stretched attheir length around a huge fire, but ata convenient distance from it, lay the painted and half-naked forms of twenty savages. It was evident from their appearance, that they bad passed the day in one of ther horrid revels, and that they were now suffering under the effects of intoxication. Occasionally, a grim warrior among them started half upright, grasping his tomabawk, as if to combat some vision of his disordered brain, but, unable to shake off the stupor from his senses, uniform- ly fell back into his former position. The rangers crept nearer. As they bent their keen eyes along their well-tired rifies, each felt perfectly sure of his aim. They waited for the signal of Harmon, who was en- deavoring to bring his long musket to bear upon the head of the most distant of the say- “ Fire!’’ he at length exclaimed, as the sight of his piece interposed full and distinct between his eye and the wild scalp-lock of the Indian. ‘Fire, and rush on!’’ The sharp voice of thirty rifles thrilled through the heart of the forest. There was a groan—a smothered cry—a wild and convul- sive movement among the sleeping Indians; and all again was silent. The rangers sprang forward with theirclub- bed muskets and hunting knives; but their work wasdone. The Red Men had gone to their last audit before the Great Spirit, and no sound was heard among them save the gurg- ling of the hot bi from their lifeless bosoms. They were left unburied on the place of their reveling—a prey to the foul birds of the air, and the ravenous beasts of the wilderness. Their scalps were borne homeward in triumph by the successful dem whose children and grand-children shuddered, long after, at the thrilling narration of the midnight adventure. A MISSOURI WEDDING. In a particular vicinity of Missouri, a mar- riage was agreed upon between the favored son of a farmer of considerable influence and the belle of all the country around. Of course the e/ite of the neighborhood were in attend- ance. Everything was there, and everything was in apt readiness. “ The R Tiger was t ther, And the Monkey and the Polar Bar.’” But that dignitary to whom it was designed to assign tue honor of master of the marr ceremony had not yet arrived. But just then some one spoke, and said— “There comes Squar Ben Buncum.’” Quick the light were trimmed and every- thing put in place. As usual, agitation, anx- waa od tad’ air- fom Wisdom the Donorable host, THE WEEELY sTAR. ‘Whis excellent Fam{ly and News Journal—cen- talming & greater variety of interesting reading than ean be found in any other—is published on Satur- day morning. (7 Case, invaRiaBLy In avvance. Single copies (in wrappers) can opeeemes paper. Price—Tuazx Cunrts. “> PosTMasTExs whoact asegents will beallowes 8 commission of twenty per cent. County, I walked out to mect the anxious “ Sq to welcome him in, inquire after his health, the The “Squar’’ was a good-humored man, but he was chiefly celebrated for in his populous a “Well,” said the host, “Ben, have my vote alone sa) 4 one votecaly.”" ved you. You beat him but uar Ben “ but the next election I'll lick na There's no use in talking, Mr. Wisdom, without using “* Ah, well, that’s all over, and tl magistrate, Squar Ben, 20 come ont lot's i an deed Squar Ben, are you aware that you are ex. pected to say the ceremony. ful responsibility of his office, and to “ trem. ble from centre to circumference.” For he city. They bad not even done him the justice to inform him of the part he was expected to no preparation—no form—nor could any book be found, high or low, having the marriage the only chauce. An unfortunate and excra- ciating test for the newly-elected ‘* Squar.”” cent. The “ Squar’’ at hia place, and incame the parties, principals and seconds—the gal- the extent and luxuriant range in that borhood. With much assurance and dignity of learning seemed to be rushing through his mind. He thought over everything he had pressed titter alloverthe house. This admon ished him, he must say something, and, in an “The State of Missouri, command you to’’—— ing perplexed him more. “Give him a ch ive the Squar a The “ Squar’’ made another effort— ** Be it enacted by the General Assembly of The “Squar’’ was again admonished, by rcs that he must proceed with some- thing. In began When in the course of human events it beecomes’’—— a pause he began again— ‘Our Father who art in Heaven’’—— one The ‘‘Squar’’ raised his hopeless vision to “* Know all men by these presents’’—— Here he was interrupted by a general noise, news, 4c. fat. ent, acuteness, learning, 4c, been elected, but you had a close time of it ; “That is all, Tom,” replied ; the corn f-r-e-e-]- see what the young folks wish. In. Benjamin Bancum now began to see the aw- had nover officiated in that interesting capa- perform, or he could have prepared. He had ceremony lence, to take it ‘‘ off-hand,” was The company was now arranged into a cres- lante each bearing a candle, which evinced the “Squar” looked around, and whole = dreamed, but all in vain. There was a sup- agony of desperation, he began — This did not suit. Confusion and whisper- ohance,’’ said a strong voice from the door. the State of Missouri’ agonizing desperation he Here he was touched by Mr. Wisdom. After “ He is repeating the Lord’s prayer,’’ said the ceiling for a short time and began anew ~ and a voice from the crowd— “He is writing a deed.” re he essayed— «Witness my hand and eeal, this the’’—— ‘« He has concluded it—he will certainly go on with the ceremony,”’ said several voices. “Inthe name of God, amen,” he began again. ‘He is making his will,’ said one; “I thought he would not live long—he looks pro- digiously sad.’’ ‘he next essay of the noble and learned Squar was— ** Oh, yes’ oh yes! come into court! and’’ ‘‘Are we to have court to-night ?’” ejacu- lated some one “Oh yes, come into court!’ replied an- other, from the door. The laughter was gen- eral. It may be capposed the bride and her part- ner was fash: hors du combat, Ly \y the former, but water and suitable aromatics were near, and nm Buncum was her friend, and near by. He was an untiring man, and, after orsting his eyes around the room, he determined to try again— ‘To (he constable or any other land officer greeting.” “Let's go. He's going to have us all ar- rested.’’ Then followed much confusion and displea- sure. Here's a gleam of hope flashed over the Squar’s bewildered and forlorn counte- nance. He ordered the parties to hold up sar right hands, and in a solemn voice he said— “You and each of you do solemnly and truly swear, in the presence of the present company, and of the President of the United States, and in the name of the Constitution of the United States of America, that you will perform faithfully, and as often as you er each of you may wish, all and singular, the duties and functions of husband and wife, as the case may be, to the best of your ability, so help you God. Amen.” “Good as old rye! i exclaimed the grateful Mr. *« Come, gentlemen,” sai with Squar Benjamin Buncum. “« Agreed '’’ shouted the enthusiastic and happy crowd— «* We'll dance all aight Ull broad day light, And go home with the gals in the morning ’” a Sa eins A Devil Incarnate. We have lately been put in possession of facts relative to a oase of seduction—euch a case as we do not romember ever to have ssen recorded, and which we hope ie without « parallel. Some time ago the daughter of one of our most respectable citizens was married to a man who was considered honorable, upright, and in every way entitled to respect and conf- dence. The couple removed to a distant point, where they remained until last spring, when they returned to this city on a visit to the wife’s parents. The wife had a younger sis- ter—a fair and spotless girl of seventeen—for whom, it seems, the young husband conceived a violent passion. After casting — for a by —- might accomplish his purpose, he proposed a trip to the Falls, the Danuaas, &c., and his wife and har parent gladly accepted the pro- posal. The wens daughter was, at the time, quite Baad § and, of course, was compelled to remain at home with others. On the day appointed for the journey, the young hus- band suddenly remembered some important businers which he had neglected to look after, and bade his wife and parents to start with- out him, ing that he would soon follow them. They did so, and he remained behind. After their departure he proceeded to the chamber where the younger sister lay sick, and commenced a series of brotherly atten- tentions, perfectly proper in themselves, but terrible in their results ong ry was = — ring of — medicines ribed y her physician. Lyi confi- dence in him—a contidense ape yates not be suspicious —he prepared a strong dose of mor- phine which he gave her, when it had produced the effect he desired, this godless ae actually violated the person of the in- valid. Time rolled on. That invalid is now the mother of a child—the father of which is her own brother-in-law. She has to keep the affair a secret from her parents, but it is best that they should know it—as know it they must, sometime What steps they wil! take m the matter remains to beseen. If the devil who ee this misery upon them has any sensibility left, he will hang hir«slf without delay. The whole annals of crime do not cont a ing than the facts we man and so much like a fiend, should not be allowed to pollute the re and dis- grace the earth — He is need- ed below.— Buffalo Express.