Evening Star Newspaper, February 9, 1856, Page 1

THE EVENING STAR, FUBLISHED EVERY AFTERNOON, (EXCEPT SUNDAY,) At ths Stor Buildings, corner of Pennsylvania avenue and Eleventh strest, By W. D. WALLACH, WIll be served to subscribers by carriers at SIX AND A QUARTER CENTS, payable weekly to the Agents; papers served in packages at 37% @ents per month. To mati subscribers the sub- scription price is THREE DOLLARS AND FIF- TY CENTS a year in advance, TWU DOLLARS for six months, and ONE DOLLAR for three months; for less than three months at the rate of 32% cents a week. I SINGLE COPIES ONE CENT. @ VOL. VIL. WASHINGTON, D. C., SATURDA CHAUNCEY WARRINER, WATCHMAKER AND JEWELER. ND DEALER IN FINE WATCHES JEW- ELRY and SILVERWARE, would fully solicit the attention of those who desire a good article, to his choice variety of London, Ge- neva and —— WATCHES, selected with the view of time-keeping and durable — for bench — guarantee will be furnish those w! urchase. GOLD SEALS, FOB and VEST CHAINS, FINS JEWELRY, SILVER SPOONS, GOB- LETS, CUPS, FORKS, &c., for sale at N. York The Chronometer, Duplex, Lever ns Repeating, Musical and other WATCHES re- red Also, JEWELRY. &c. No. 479 Pa. avenue, between 6th and 7th streets, Brown’s Hotel Building, s! GOLDEN WATCH, jan %—3m : Washington, D.C HATS, CAPS, FURS,.&c. HE UNDERSIGNED WOULD RESPECT- fully announce to his friends and ck public that he brs parchased the ectire stock of Mr. J. T. Beans, jr., and will continue the HAT, CAY and FUR business in the store lately occupied by him, No 236 north side Penn. avenue, between l2th and 13th streets. Having manufactured for several years in one of the most fashionable end well regulated Hat establish ments in the District he feels confident that he will be able to please in quality, style and price all who may favor him with a call A full assortment of gentlemen’s dress black and brown French felt Hats; Children’s Fancy Hats, Canes, Umbrellas. &c. B.H. STINEMETZ 296 Pa. avenue, bet. 12th and 13th sts. jan 2—2w oS Bee re SS GOOD INVESTMENT. W E HAVE FOR SALE THE FOLLOW- ing Bonds and other Securities, which will yield the holder ten to twelve per cent. om the in- vestment, viz: Orange and Alexandria Rail Bonds Virginia and Tennessee do Illinois Internal Imp’t Bonds of 1847. The above securities are esquectionsbt safe. SWEENY, RITTENHOUSE, FANT & CO., jan A—Im Bankers, 352 Pa avenue. H. SEMKEN, Jeweler, 30 Penna. avenue. between Oth and 10th strects. AS RECEIVED AND OPENED THIS DAY a it assortment of fine and rich imported JEWELRY, such as Flor- entine and Roman Mosaics, 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 timekee OR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. A splendid assortment of fine Silverware, Pitch- ers, Castors, Creams, Goblets, Cu Forks and Spoons, (sterling,) Fish, Cake an fe Knives, Butter and Fruit Knives, Socpand Oyster Ladles, Preserve, Sugar and Cream Spoons, Salt Cellars, Napkin Rings, etc., ete. SILVER PLATED WARE, ON ALBATA. Castors, Baskets, Butterboats, Une, Forks and Spoons. FANCY ARTICLES. French Clocks, Dresden China Ornaments, in variety, Card Cases, Portmonnaies, Cigar Cases. And also a large assortment of SPECTACLES in Gold, Silver and Steel Frames, to suit every eve and age; Eye Glasses, Congress Specs, and Opera Glasses. 1” We take pleasure !n showing our goods to all, whether purchasers or not All our are warranted as represented, and will be sold at the lowest possible price. {7 Jewelry and Silverware made to order; Diamonds remounted ; Gold Pens ated, and Ei ving on Stone executed at short notice. ronometers = all Leong apd be arg and Musical Boxes put In perfect order at short notice. si H. SEMKEN, Jeweler, 300 Pa. avenue, between 9th end 10th sts. deo 1—tt MARRIAGE GUIDE. DB. YOUNG'S POCKET ESCULAPIUS; Or, Every One his own Physician: EING OBSERVATIONS ON MARRIAGE Medically and Philosophicallv censidered, as MANHO@D’S EARLY DECLINE, with di rections for its perfect cure. Being a Confidential Silent Friend and Private Adviser; followed by Observations on the Treatment of Venereal Dis- eases, Gonnorrhea, 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 Agent, ALEX. ADAMNSUN, on Seventh st , opposite Post Office, dec A—3m* CLOTHING MADE TO ORDER. NV EMBERS OF CONGRESS, CITIZENS and strangers wishing to supply themselves with superior garments, made to order, are invited to examine our seperior assortment of Doeskins, Cloths, Cassimeres, Silk, Satin and Velvet Vest- ings, all of which bas been selected with an espe- cial view to the wants of our customers, which we will make te measure in a manner inferior to none, at much cheaper rates than the usual city . WALL & STEPHENS, 322 Pa. avenue, between 9h and 10th streets. Also, 391 Pa. avenue, 3d door east of the Nattonal Hotel. jan —_ XTRA HEAVY PLATED TEA SETS, CASTORS CAKE BASKETS, &e. We invite attention to our assortment of the above Goods, all of the best quality and newest les. Also, superior ALBATA FORKS, LA- DLES, SPOONS, &c. These goods are all gotten up In so close an {m- Mation of silver, as to defy the strictest scrutiny. M.W GALT & BRO, #1 Pa. avenue betw. 9th and [0th sts. COUGHS, COLUS, HCARSENESS, &c. ERSONS Peggy sate to Pulmonary Affec tions find this the most trying season, owing to the sudden changes in temperatue; yet by a little care, adopting warm clothing and supply- ing themselves with @ gene Prescription or cough remedy they may easily ward off what may else ove a dangerous winter companion. TY- EER’s COMPOUND GUM ARABIC SYRUP bas been so long known and highly spouted gsone of our most innocent, yet efficacious, plea- sant, and (since the reduction in price,) econom!- cal remedies, that it may be recommended and ‘used with the utmost confidence. It is sold at 25 cents, or three bottles in one, 30 cents. Wholesale PATTERSON & NAIRN and STOTT & oo; and retail by most a ae io Alexan- @ria by PEEL & STEVENS; Georgetown by Mr. CISSELL. cot 2 ———_—__— GIFT BOOKSTORE! GENERAL SELECTION OF STANDARD Giftand us BOOKS AND STATLONFRY for sale at HILBUS’S MUSIC DEPOT, cor- ner of Pa. avenue and llth street GREAT INDUCEMENT. 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 the buyer, containing toe name of some ift, h is presented on the spot. gs the ifts are G be hg Jewelry, Music, Fancy ‘ollet Articles, &c aad Toliet Ar TLBUS MUSIC DEPOT dec Str Corner Pa av. and Lith st. s. P. filament a Boot, Shoe, and Trunk Esti hmen' Iton Hall, oe evans, between 9h and 10th [ BAXE 2UST RECEIVED FOR LADIES, MISSES, and CHILDREN, Cleth Button, Buckskin, lined Button, Healed GAITERS. Also, thick and thin’ Gaiters; Bronze, Black, and Colored, at $125, worth #2; Ladies Alpine Button Gaiters $53.50; French W bite Satin Glicerious SLIPPE ne tlemen’s French Patent Leather BOO SHOES, of all descriptions; Gentlemen’s - tached GAITERS, all colors; Boy’s and Youth’s Patent Leather and Calf BOUTS and SHOES. My stock of Fail and Winter Wear, recently se- lected from the most celebrated manufacturers, is very superior. { promises to offer unusual inducements,and re- tfully solicit your ennge and influence. = M—e P. HOOVER CHEAP EDITION, “pues AND FOURTH VOLUME OF caulay’s History of England, bound in one volume, full muslin. Also, the other editions as published. { ‘The American Almanac for 1566. ti by GRAY & BALLANTYNE, 498 7th EPERGNES AND PLATEAU. Large Plated Waiters, OYSTER TUREENS, Cake Baskets, 1s, Superior Cutlery, Silver Tea — ™ OFFICIAL. Treasvxy Derartmenr, 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 may 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, 8 premium of ten percent.; for stock of the loans of 1847 and 1648, &@ premium of sixteen per cent.; for stock 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 1846, redeemable on the 12th November, 1846, if received at the Treasury prior to the Ist day of January next, a premium of 2% per cent.; if recelved between the Ist Jan- uary and the 31st of March next, a premium of 2 per cent ; and If recetved after the 31st of March and prior to said ist of Junenext, a premium of MANUFACTURED AND FOR SALE BY SAMUEL KIRK & SON, GOLD & SILVERSMITHS TIMORE STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. GUTTA PERCHA TEETH. E UNDERSIGNED HAVE BEEN IN eur patrons to Dr. Cosb: years, take pleasure in recommending him to the citl- zens of Washington as the best tooth extractor and dental operator that we have ever met with He inserts teeth upon every plan that is practised in the United States. Geo. P. Ho'dmss, M.D. A. V. Payne, D, De ‘he habit of sendi: Interest will also be allowed qn said stocks at the rates specified tn the certificates, from the Ist July last, if assigned with the princtpal of the certificates received prior to the ist of January After that date the Interest will be allowed in addition to the prernium 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. dec 3—dtJunel B. W. Towles, M.D. John F. Miller, M.D. berlt dD. . D: Wythe Tinsley, M.D B. M. Francisco, M. D. Office over Ford & Bro’s, No. Lith street and Pa avenue. GUTTA PERCHA TEETH. R. U. MUNSON, AT 310 PA. AVENUE, Teeth on a Gutta Percha Base. Also, with Allen's pat- ent coatinuous Gum, combining beau- ty, strength and cleanliness. M. is determined to keep rovement in Denti and will strive to please np lt Gurley, at RH Gillet, » FEBRUARY 9, 1856. NO. 937. BALLS, &o. EVENING STAR. INSTRUCTION IN DANCING. a Moss. J. COCHEU BEGS LEAVE TO IN- THE SLIPPER IN THE SNOW. form the citizens of Wash m, George- | New York is at all times the scene of a deal of what is called “ life,’’ and even in the town, and vicinity that his quarter will on rare penn imatant. Sisal ate snowy covering it has now worn for so long a period (for New York) incidents continually destrous of favoring him with their patronage are ot invited to make early application, that 4 2 1 occur which are in themselves miniature ro- mances. One of these which we find in are may be pre; to GF in his next rt Ferival on whiek poctong ys intends in- cent Courior des Etats Unis, is so piquant that we are tempted to give it the benefit of an troducing (as an addition to those already intro- duced by him) several new and charaeteristic den English dress. A few days since, in one of our most fash- ces. Bilglaactgeeh Se ence ao any engage- ment every the season t i esti my Smariaes psa ionable avenues—it would be indisereet to say in which—an Irishman while walking slon; Saturday) offers his services to ladies and gentle- men desirous of receiving private instruction at stumbled upon a certain article which he di: not expect to find in the snow. It wasa small thewr residence. Orders left at the Music Stores of Mr. Zantzin- slipper of yellow leather, embroidered with cherry colored silk. ger or Mr. Davis will be thankfully attended to. janB—1m = ‘aa Pat stopped, picked it up, looked all over it, AGENCY OF THE ry Ses ? . * and din tel. - Keystone Insurance Co. of Philadelphia, | {ation as to its probeble velng an thee Capital. + $300,000! menta man suddenly approached him, glanced quickly at the slipper, and proposed to buy it of him. The bargain was struck. Pat received a dollar and went off to spend it, while the un- known purchaser, whose features were entirely concealed by a large cloak and felt hat. dis- NNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR bgp Speed 1, 1856. Assets of the Company, consisting of #onds and Mertgages on unencumbered real es- tate Seeeeeecceeeccveeeesceses s+ SLO GM (0 Stocss of other Corporations, worth par 25,620 00 Cash On hand ....00....-...00 Seonseee 31,856 30 Bills receivable, consisting of Marine appeared with the slipper as mysteriously as notes and short loans.....#36.943 70 he came, Stock notes .. $14,356 00 51,339 70 _ This little scene was witnessed by a man, sitting at the window-of the house in front of which it had occurred. This witness, who had not allowed the least detail to escape him, was Mr. N——, the owner of the house. He remained at the window for a long time after the occurrence, but paid attention no longer to what was going on outside He was deep in a revery, fraught with painful appre hensions. Our readers will excuse him, when they learn that this Mr. N—, a merchant of wealth and high standing in New York, mar- ried a few years a young belle in Louisiana, about twenty-five years younger than him- self, and that just a month before he had given his wife 4 pair of slippers embroidered with $219,420 00 Whole receipts for premiums during Ube year. ccces.nseveee seeereeeee ooo SLI. 812 05 Paid for losses and expenses during ERO YORE Si cccccsiekdscsscdicsseasccs VK1S3 O48 P_M. MORIARTY, President. J. MORRIS THOMPSON, Secretary. Risks changed from other companies to this No charge for policy fee. Enquire at the office of J. E. Kendall, over R. Morrow’s Exchange Office, first door West of W. B. Todd’s hat store on Pennsylvania avenue. feb7—3m DAVID MYERLE, Agent. SENATORS, MEMBEKS OF CONGRESS, JAMES GUTHRIE, Secretary of the ‘freasury. Hon. C Mason, Hon. A O P Nicholeon, ‘i And the Medical Faculty of Georgetown Col- Dr R P Patterson, Dr. R Coolidge, TOPHAM & NORFLET’S NEW AND CHEAP SADDLE, HARNESS AND TRUNK STORE, 499 Seventh st , opposite Odd Fellows’ Hall. MESSRS. TOPHAM late of Philadel, NORFLET of this city, respectfully announce to STOLS.—A NEW ARTICLE, WITH RE- VOLVING HAMMERS, just received, and CAMPBELL & COYLE, cherry colored silk. To tell the truth, another psir of slippers exactly like those of his wife, also existed in the house Mr. N—— had made a fac-simile present to his wife’s sister Miss Louisa who had come from the banks of the Missis. sippi to pass the winter in New York. Miss Louisa is a charming girl, quite spirituelle, but quite independent in her opinions, and her frank avowal of them frequently alarms her very respectable and very orthodox brother STRANGERS. AND CITIZENS OF WASHINGTON, Are hereby Notified that our GREAT SALE OF BOOKS, AND GIVING A SPLENDID PRESENT To each purchaser, will continue until SATURDAY, Feb, 16th, AND POSITIVELY NO LONGER! E PROPOSE TO SELL A LARGE stock No 351 Penna. avenue. their friends and the ublic, that they have com- menced the Saddling usiness at the above stand, where they will make and keep constantly on ‘ior assortment of—Mens’, SADDLES, BRIDLES. LL THE NEW BUOKS PUBLISHED received and for sale, at SHiLLINGTON’S BOOKSTORE. Caspar, by the author of “Wide, Wide World.’ The a Story Book, or the ‘Good Step jother hand a large and su Ladies’, and Boy MARTINGALES, and WHIPS. ri tion, both for city TRUNKS, VALISES, and CAR- Ladies’ SATCHELS, TRAVEL- ING BASKETS, and FANCY WORK BOXES. ETS, COVERS, COLLARS, Spoke, and Dust BRUSH- -COMBS, SPONGES, All material used will be the best that can be obtained; and both of us haviuy been practical workmen for several years, we fee! confident that our work cannot be sar, durability. By unremitth faction we hope to merit, an a share of public pat! Pasticular attent: Lances of Lynwood, a new juvenile book, by the HORSE BLANK and HAMES. Horse, CARDS, CURR » either for style or Fanny Grey, a bea Tes, the neatest and most delight- ful gift for children that we have seen. Blank Books and Stationery of every descrip- tion, at the lowest prices, for sale at respect ly solicit, mage. ion jd to co" ‘Pronks all kinds x work. bipor ers’ tools constantly on hand. nov 7—tf Stationery and Book Establishment, Odeon ag erg aaa Building cor. Pa. av. and 4} st. dec 31—tf ee NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT. E ARECOMPELLED TO ANNOUNCE to the subscribers to the PRIZE EM- BROIDERY RAFFLE, that we shall have to pone the drawing fora few days, on account of there being still a uumber of c! not yet rsons wishing to subscribe will oblige us by giving 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. NEWTON, MAY. & CO., enn. avenue and Ninth street. EMOVAL. HE SUBSCRIBER WOULD MOST RE- spectfully inform his customersand the ic generally, that he has removed his from the south to the north side of Pa. avenue, between Eleventh and T'weifth streets, where he will keepa full and well-selected assortment of the bestand latest stvieof FRENCH CLOTHS, CASSIMERE! GENTLEMEN’S FURNI the excellent business stand will enable him to doa much larger business. he can furnish Gentlemen moderate terms than heretofore. Having for a number of years in Germany, Eng! 8, VESTINGS, AND HING GOODS. As he feels assured that 's Garments on more of Standard and Miscellaneous Literature Within that time, and give to the purchasers more than halfof the amougt of money invested in the shape of Elegant Presents, varying in value from 25 cents to $iv0. Our stock consists in part of Encyclopedia Americana, 14 volumes Jefferson’s Works (cloth & half calf) 9 volumes Webster’s Works (Library) 6 do in-law. There was a rather aggravating cireum- stance which Miss Louisa’s futher had confided to his son-in-law, when he sent him his second daughter as a visiter. She had been strongly suspected of a flirtation with Alfred B—. a young gentleman of New Orleans, whose pzin- author of the Heir of Redcliff2. Irving’s Works (library and cloth) 15 do . = = A es, and Adventures of Gilbert Go- | Bancroft’s History U.S. 6 , do cine wera htly too Parisian, and it was eter Parley National Encyclopedia, 6 do consequently deemed dangerous for Louisa to Mimic Life, by Mrs. Ritchie, formerly Mrs. Mo | English do Knights, 4 do pass the winter at the South. Thus while he watt Shakspeare in 1,4, or 8 do loved his sister-in-law, the worthy Mr. N—— Widow Bedott Pa) Waverly Novels, 27 do felt an anxious, not to say a paternal interest Pie suse Fr ap or cave teen a Humes’ Tatsopnica y See 4 ore in her welfare. Cam) re, Capt. me Re! uthor 07 uw Histor =nglan lo = Bais 2 Bl fg aan 2a Maclay: rtd of yaaa ee wae ie Mrs. N— fred Ha dS suspected Ten Years among the Mall Bags De Quiney’s Works, 18 do pelt het sith Bie ‘sult Bat he loved her Istory of life in a series of six | Hon. Levi Woodbury’s Works, 3 do early, and with the love of a man past the meridian of life, who knows just how many years, months, days and hours even, his wife is younger than himeelf. So it may well be imagined that when he got up from his obair, after his profound meditation at the window, he was pale and cold drops of sweat stood upon his brow, circumstances which could’nt very well be explained by the temperature of the room in which he sat. _ He had reoognized the slipper which was found in the snow, and a double and perplex- ing problem pieeniod itself before him : st. Does the slipper belong to my wife or to Louisa? 2d. How the duece did it get in the snow ? His agony was poignant, but it was neces- sary to conceal it at all hazards, and so with an heroic countenance he went tothe room where his wife was sitting for the purpose of Chambers’ Information for the People, 2 do Clark’s Commentaries, 4 do Statesman’s Manual, complete, 3 do Dr. Ures? Dictionary, 2 do ‘Thos Dick’s Works, 2 or 5 do lark, Widow Bedott Papers Crotekets and Quavers, Phanixiana, &c. Aller a are offered for sale by the Wash- ‘oh fompany. See Red Fleg and Gift Book Store, under Dexter’s Hotel. feb 5-tf ORDER TO REDUCE OUR STOCK REVIOUS TO RECEIVING OUR EX- tensive Spring supplies, we shall commence to-day and continue until the 15th instant to sELL OFF AT Cost, for cash only, the following articles: All fancy plaid, brocade, and stripe Dress Silks Rich printed all-wool French Mousseline Delaines Handsome plain and plain Merinos and Coberg Cloths SHILLINGTON’S France, he is confident that he can please all those who may favor him with a call. ful for past favors he solicits a continuance of the G. F. SCHAFER, Merchant Tailor. MORE NEW GOODS. OHN H. SMOOT, NO. 119 SOUTH SIDE Bridge street, near High, has received an additional Winter GOUDS, eomplete. In bis stock will be found a first rate assort- Ladies’ Dress Goods Black Moire Antique Silks Moire Antique Cloak and Dress Trim: and Moire Antique Sash Ribbons Swiss and Cambric Bands, Collars and Sleeves “Black and col’d Cloths, for Cloaks Stella, Brocha and Bay State Shawis ood assortment of the best makes Flau- Blankets, and Dry Goods generally. being desirable and will find it to their advantage to call J. H. 8SMOOT. MADAME DEVOS. FROM PARIS AND NEW YORK. ADAME DEVOS’ MILLINERY HAS AR- rived, and is now opened for inspection at THE LAKES, No 501 Pennsylvania avenue, to which the attention of the ladies of Washing- ton, Georgetown, &c. is respectfully invited. Seen D.C supply of Fall and assortment very ARNER’S POCKET REVOLVERS. Small, sure, and effective Also, Allen's and Coit’s Revolvers and single barrel Pistols. S. P. HOOVER, fron Hall Boet, Shoe and Trunk Establish- ment, HAVE THIS DAY RECEIVED FOR LA- dies’, Gents’, Misses’, and Children’s SNOW OVER SHOES, Gum Boots, Gossimer and Sandals. Also, Buckskin lined Shoes, double sole and water-proot Boots, all of which I will sell low for cash. in want please call and examine for your- , L Tron Hall, bet. 9th ard 10th sts., Pa. av. jan 10 COFFIN WAREROOM, he. ILLIAM PLANT & CO., UNDERWA- Sn are rocured in any ground Coffins, cape Shaouds, Carri article for ‘inlerments ished at short notice, on the terms, and at ali hours of the a pat the exclusive right of oe nt Cor Teserver, we guarantee to dead for any length of time, DAGUERREOTYPING BY A LADY. {S. A. C. REDMOND HAVING ADDED to her new rooms a beautiful Sk engayed an Assistant O the District,) she futen Ni HE UNDERSIGNED HAVING SOLD OUT “2 his stock of Hats, Caps, Furs, &c., (witha view of engaging in a larger business,) to Mr. B. H. Stinemetz, would respectfully recommend him to the patronage of the public. J shall remain at the old stand for two weeks to settle up my business, and earnestly request all those indebted to me fo call and settle, as, after that time all bills remaining unsettled will be placed in the hands of a collector. | M. HOFFA & CO, KG LEAVE TO NOTIFY THEIR friends and the public that they will re open their Watch Repairing and Jewelry Store in the Star Buildings, as soon as the slight damages done to the store by the recent fire, can be.7e; red; the state of the weather up to this t ving ren- dered it im) ible for nters to work . roe ppt carpe! ere. tor, (one of the best in not to have her Pictures excelled, if equalled, in the United States. PIC. pu- up in Embossed Cases for Fifty Cents, such as are usually sold elsewhere for one Particular attention paid to Co Deguerre- , OL fatatinge meses. Pying ascertaining whether she had her slippers on. A large stock Cloak and Dress Trimmings and t Ff Le horror he found her wearing gaiter bands Agood assortment and square Brocha, Stella, and plaid Cloth Shawls 25 ladies’ rich Velvet, Moire Antique, Silk, and Cloth Cloaks, all of the newest styles, and must be sold te close a consignment. We have also just opened: 4 general assortment of fine and medium quality Shirting Cottons, all of the best class Richadrson and Barklie’s Shirting Linens, war- ranted pee flax, ranging from 373 cts., to-$1 Tr yar 100 Li small figured light colors English Cal- jcoes, at 12% cents 100 pieces assorted plaid Cambries and Muslins, very cheap 15 dozen fine stitched Linen Shirt Bosoms 10 pieces more of those rich iustre plain black Silks Fine Bombasins, pipers and English Crapes 25 dozen ladies’ st id Gloves Silks and Cotton Hosicry All will be sold at fair low prices, and all goods ‘warranted as represented. Purchasers are particularly invited to call and examine for themselves before oa gy ey pur- chases e'sewhe e. COLLEY & SEARS, No. 523 7th st , adjoining Dexter’s Hotel. feb 1—eo2w LUNATIC.—TRUEMAN DE MOTT, A Lunatic, with sandy halrand florid complex- ion, esca) from his bome and friends in the town of Ellery, N. Y., some time since, and, it is thought, will endeavor to make his way to Wash- ington. His relatives are most anxious to obtain formation where he is, and any one who may hear of him will be suitably rewarded for drop- ping aline to the editor of the Star. an 3—tf He had hardly closed the door on going out, when he met Louisa, who asked, ‘* Where is my sister?" ‘There,’ he replied, “in that room.” He answered in a peculiar tone of voice, for he noticed that Louisa had on her yellow leather slippers, embroidered with cherry colored silk To conceal his agitation, Mr N—— went to his library and remained their reading and writing, the greater partoftheday. The two ladies had determined upon a walk, but the terrible condition of the streets caused them to forego their intention, and as she was to re- main at home, Mre. N—— had taken off her boots to put on her slippers, and singular to say, without any apparent motive, just before Mrs. N—— made the change, Miss Louisa had taken off Aer SLIPPERS, and put on Aer nooTs Thus they were sitting when Mr. N. en tered and took up the first book which his eye rested upon. It wasa book of French engrav- ings, recently received from Paris. The title was ‘ Fourberies des femmes en matiere de sentiment, par Gavarni.”’ That title was propgh for him, and he closed the book vio- lently. G. FRANCIS 490 Seventh st. 8S P. HOOVE, OTICE “What's the matter, my dear?” asked Mrs. ——, in a pleasant voice. “Nothing!” replied he, with a ferocious look at the two women, and went out, Mfrs. N— looked at her sister, stupified. For most men there would have been but one means, simple and expeditious, for ridding themselves of their anxiety, and that a direct search. He had thought of it, but his reflec- tion had made him recoil at this extremity. A man of a nature at once violent and timid, he felt himself disposed to desperate measures, in the face of a flagrant insult; but the idea of casting even indirectly a dishonorable sus- picion upon his wife, overthrew all his resolu- JOHN T. EVANS. HE NEW BLUE BOOK, or Government Register 1855, just issued, giving the names, salaries, locations, &c., of all postmasters aad oth- er public officers and agents, civil, military, and naval, in the service of the United States; with the names, forces, and condition of all ships ad vessels belonging to the United States, and when and where built; and the names and compensa- tion of all printers in any way employed by Con- . R. solicits the patronage of the Ladies par- ticularly. i Rooms—i01 Seventh street, west side, be- tween H and I. JONAS P. LEVY, IMPORTER AND DEALER IN WINES, LIQUORS, CIGARS, AND FINE GROCERIES, il Commission & Forwardi INSURANCE AND BILL B 74. doors below U. 8. Hotel, Wasuineron City, D.C. ws a Senntry Merchants are requested to give HE CONTRACTOR'S B9OK.—One la folio volume, containing large colored wat ing drawings of tools and machines, with bills of CHRISTMAS GIFT! OBERT SCHWARZE HAS THE PLEA. sure of informing the public that he is well modating the public in ral ‘STERS, put up air- » for them to their distant friends in the coun- keeps rnnekay hand a fine su CKLEDand PRESERVED OYSTERS callon R. SCHWARZE, corner of Lith and E streets, or leave orders at his establishment corner “a street and Potomac river. rs bral Stone for accom wih FRESH OF 66 AN EXCELLENT SHAVE.”—This re- mark was made @. FRANCIS. 490 Seven and complete assortment at And Gent’s Furn. Store, 424 Pa. aveaue. 3—tr BOYS’ WINTER CLOTHING. Ww oi THIS DAY RECEIVED A ers and the public at unus Our stoek consists in OVER COATS and TALMAS Fine cloth ROUNDABOUTS and Fine and common PAN TALOON: Silk, Satin, and Merino VESTS {te and ‘colored SHIRTS UD SHIRTS and DRAWERS CAPS, SUSPENDERS, HOSIERY, M our sic Boys’ and e 322 Pa. avenue, bet. g . next to Iron Hell. JOHNSON’S SALOON, No. 311 G street, near Thirteenth. HAD FIVE OR SiX YEARS EX. as chief cook for the Messrs. Willard, the of this establishment is nor prepared to furnish DINNER PARTIES, SUP- ALLS, and all others who may favor ‘Will offer to our custom- oy | low prices. itlemen and gent ries ies with Meals, and All kinds of Game of thé season constantl: Soup served daily won ed Rooms to let; apply as above. ee HAFILNG Dish DI Cc Soup T ES, DISH COV; Cutters, &c. Prices low. ait aad 7th q . week! r RA‘ iT TORN Fiske | ehpees eects aN ne STUART'S CANDIES. UsT peta PER —_ mane case of Stuart’s celebrated 2 a Soa i Vanilla Cream, and other le fe ’ . SoM. P. KING'S, avenue, corner 15th and oasters, ———— | gress, or any department or officer of the Govern- ment. 1 octavo volume, price $3 50. Can be sent by mail to any part of the United States. tion e preferred rather to live in the tor- tures of uncertainty, than to give an offence where there could be no excuse. timber and j also data ington br But the nextday at breakfast Mr. N—— earth pay wher weeks, wp Goatees Cole Chan Ee Focmlen Warn LO & MAURY looked at his wife’s feet, and couldn't refrain $5. Just published. febs Booksellers, near oth st. from saying, FRANCK TAYLOR. ‘You haven't your slipperson ?”” ‘No,’ replied she, with a simplicity which sounded angelic in her husband's ears, “* Louisa has borrowed them of me.” ‘‘ And what has she done with hers?’’ * She lost one of them day before yesterday, so she told me.”’ Mr. N—— seized his wife with convulsive joy and embraced her tenderly. “«My dear, wuat’s the matter?’ asked she with the same sweet voice she used when he closed the book of French engravings so vio- CHUB BROTHERS, BAKERS, BUY. AND SELL FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC EXCHANGE; FURNISH DRAFTS On all Parts of United States and Europe; COLLECT DRAFTS On all parts of United States and Europe; W BILLS ON IRELAND FOR 41 OR UPWARDS; BUY AND SELL HATS!_HATS: 8; | tN ocning,”” repli ‘ BONDS, STUCKS, & OTHER SECURITIES; | '°?! 32 “ceqhial tie plvtcbog i Serums yb big oe SLL NEGOTIATE TIME PAPEH. different tone teen he uttered the responsive tlemen’s Dress HATS, @ full Investment paying 10% and ever, for sale. a: perk on the occasion referred to. ARRANTS ouisa came in at that instant. Her broth- LANES Hat, Cap LAND WARR er-in law’s manner, she thought, had never We are at all times Purchasing, and have for Sale, LAND WARRANTS of all denominations. Land Warrants located in lowa, Wisconsin, or Minnesota. CHUBB BROTHERS, jan 23-tf Bankers, opposite the Treasury. _ Pa tin eect Rak 6 sesh ena oet ase LOCKS, WATCHES AND JEWELRY. L Obert W ATOHES from $25 to $150 VER WATC! ny 5 CU ER CLOCKS from $1 25 to $15 Watches and Jewelry at wholesale and retail, at been so tender und affectionate towards her. With a light step and heart Mr. N—— went to his place of business. While riding down in one of the omnibuses, and in conversation with a friend who sat beside him, New Or- leans was mentioned, and his friend inquired: « of New Orleans, have you seen Alfred B——?” “Alfred B—, did yousay? Ishe in New elr patronage. He will also furnish J. ROBINSON'S, York?” 9 Pa. avenue, opposite Browns’ Hotel. . . = . Watches tobe soldat} ‘‘ Certainly he is, Been here for eight days. ie reneteene a *_jan25—im_ | Thought he fe an intimate friend of vont family.” “ Ab—yes,”’ said Mr. N——, with some em- barrasament, and quickly turned the conver- sation tothe money market. But his thoughts were not in Wall street. Arriving at his count house he wrote a dong and, pressing letter to father-in-law. Without ebeoltely Dey to the se- is sald"snough sninduse the planter, who persion : pees, HigsoM, Late OF FARIS, Has : a Shite raacovaae, | mel ane! incenestenetiideeeitnnendetitntenerteeetesateimmetatmmaasiaaietnt ene a ee ee eet — ——o we Ebening Star. THE WEEKLY STAR. ‘This exoctient Family and News Journal—cen- ‘aining a greater variety of interesting reeding then ean be found im any other—is published on Setur- ; day morning. ‘venus. Stagle Copy, Per GRRUM 2... ..cccceeseeeeee Bl BS TO CLvse. Five sents eeeeeresenesesseesceeeees BS OO {" Case, invaniaser iN avvancs. ‘Single copies (in wrappers) oan be proon atthe oor. Tamsdioasiy cher the leone ot = paper. Price—Tuaazsz Canrs. PosrMastans whoact ‘Will be allows 8 commission of twenty riasn gt Louisa’s marriage with Alfred B——, to send his consent to their engagement. For the sake of precaution the letter named no one, acd was sent to Mr. N——., to act according to circumstances, and with the prudence cesen- tial in such a matter, before announcing his consent, which must not be given except in case of urgent ae &c., &c. This re- ply, enigmatioal as a hieroglyph without a clew, was received ina few days by Mr. N—, who, after dinner, with proper 4i told Louisa that he wished to speak to ia ber chamber. When they were alone, he took the letter solemnly from his pocket, and said, without preface, “ Louisa, read that.” She took the letter, read it, and re-read it, and then, returning it to her brother-in-la' 5 asked, ‘‘In the name of Heaven, what does at riddle mean?” t was now Mr. N——'s turn to be - foundly astonished. oa “Louisa,” stid he with a grave air, “I know all.” * All what?” “That which has passed between and Alfred B—.” * 0 “Isit only that? That's very old,” said she, rathercavalierly. ‘‘ The flirtation ceased long ago.” ‘*I speak of that which has passed between you since his arrival in New York.” “Ishein New York? Very weil, I shal! scold him severely for not letting us know of cpenaienel he honest Mr N—— was exasperated at this excess of dissimulation, and asked in a 4 ironical tone, ‘‘ What have you done with the slippers I gave you last month, Miss Louisa?” Miss Louisa was visibly embarrassed “‘ Speak! answer!” insisted the implacable brother-in-law. ‘I will,”’ Louisa answered at length, * but on one condition—that you will not punish, but will pardon the guilty, whatever the fault.” “Unhappy girl!’ groaned Mr N—,al- tmost suffocated at hearing her treat so lightly So grave a fault. “Oh, the poor girl isn’t to be blamed after all,” said she. “I should rejoice to think so,” returned Mr. N—, in a lugubrious tone. “ But,’’ said Lousia, ‘‘you know them——.”” “I know all. Haven't I told you so al- ready?” “ And how?” «I have seen you myself.” ‘Me! Are you talking of me?” “ And of whom else?” “Of whom? Why, of Julia the chamber maid, of Julia, who went to a ball eight days ago with a cousin to whom she is to be mar- ried, who lost in the snow one of my slippers. [ lent them to her to wear over her satin shoes. You know she has an infant’s foot.’’ Mr. N—— saw in a moment how he had been deceived. All the culpability of Lousia con- sisted in her innocent complicity in kee ng the secret of the approaching marriage of the chambermaid. As to Alfred B—, neither he, nor Louisa, had at that time the least idea of marriage. An hour after, the telegraph carried to the anxio apa, this laconic but reassuring mes- = —All right. More details by mati. ‘he sequel can easily be divined. Tae Hrexa.—* Cowardly as a hyena,” is an Arab proverb. Perhaps, the main cause of the universal hatred which this odious beast inspires, arises from ite habit of violating graves. Whether resurrection-men or b are concerned, the feeling is the same im the popular mind. What else can we do but exe- crate the insulters and devourers of what re- mains of those we have loved most dearly on earth? Now, the hyena, who fears to attack any other creature than a solitary, wretched, ailing, half starved dog, not daring to make an onslaught on a fiock of sheep, the vile hyena disinters the dead and ents their very bones. Is it likely that such a beast should meet with anything but detestation? As a precautionary measure, which is not always efectusl the Arabs bury their dead very deep. In some districts, they even build two vaults for the reception of the body, putting their precious deposit in the lower one. Conse- quently, the skin of so dastard an animal is looked upon as valueless. In the majority of tents it would be refused admittance, for fear it should bring bad luck with it, A Pigoisn Inuustration.—A country girl, several of whose sisters had married belly, was about, herself, to take the noose. ‘Mow, dare you to get married,”’ eda cousin of hers, “after having before you the unfortunate example of your sisters?” ‘\A fudge for the example of my sisters,’’ exclaimed the girl, with spirit—‘‘I choose to make trial myself Did you ever see a parcel of pigs running to a trough of hot swill? The first one sticks in his nose, get it scalded, and then draws back and squeals The second burns his nose, and stands-squealing in the same manner, The third follows suit, and he squeals too. But still it makes nodifference with those behind. They never take warning of those before; but all, in turn, thrust in their noses, just as if the first hadn't got burnt or squealed atall. So it is with girls in regard to matrimony—and now, cousin, I hope you're satisfied.”’ Don’t se Discovracep.—It is a fine remark of Fenelon, “Bear with yourself in correcting faults as you would with others.” We can not do all at once. " But by constant} os away of little faults, and cultivating humble virtues, we shall grow towards perfection This simple rule—not to be discouraged at slow progress, but to persevere, overcoming evil habits one by one, such as sloth, negli- gence, or bad temper; and adding one excel- lence after another—to faith, virtue; and to virtue, knowledge; and to knowledge, tem- perance; and to temperancs, jence; and to atience, godliness; and to liness, brotherly indness; and to brotherly kindness, eharity— will conduct the slowest Christian at last to high religious attainments. Covnpy’r TeLt Tex Dirrerexce.—A loaf- er got hold of a green persimmon which {be- fore they are ripened by the frost) are said to be the most bittery and puckery fruit known. He took the persimmon outside the garden and commenced upon it by seising a mouthful of the fruit which sppeaned tobe in a state to frizzle his lips and tougue most pro- vege of . “« How do you like?’’ enquired theownerof the garden who had been watching him. The saliva was oosing from the corner ofthe fellow’s mouth and he was able only to reply: ~ ‘* How do I look, Nabor? am I whislia’ or singin’.”? i> The following table of the number of pounds to the bushel, may be of interest to farmers and dealers: Of wheat, ed of shelled corn, 56 pounds; of corn in the cob, 70 pounds; of tye, 56 pounds; of oats, 35 pounds; of barley, 48 pounds; of potatoes, 60 pounds; . 60 pounds; of bran, 20 pounds of clover seed, 60 pounds; of timothy seed, 45 pounds; of flax-seed, 58 pounds; of hemp Ee What isfeshion? Dinner at t, and headache in the morning. Whatis idle- ness? Worl yellow mountains on @ pink convulsions,” What is joy 7 To, eceat conv’ 5 joy * ir a7, bentosd Gilios. vome to borrow books anda: um- is ? Tositinthe