Evening Star Newspaper, September 23, 1856, Page 3

FYENINGS R. ‘NTELLIGENCE, a A Boarp oy AtpeRMEeN.—The Board met at the usual hour yesterday. The reading of the journal, excey tion relative to the protest of Mr. the protest itself, was sed with. Mr. Dove stated that the protest contained a charge against the Mayor, and moved that the whole matter be referred to a committee. The Chair decided the motion out of order at this time. Mr. Dove moved to expunge that part of the 1:84 that por- usey, and journal Mr. Bu: e: ined the manner in which he had filed the ; he had given notice of his intention as the Board was about to ad- journ at Loge — He said a peg t a the Mayor, in language not - cake that be) appointed the individual re- ferred to (Mr. W. H Donohoo) in violation of his duty as Mayor, and in violation of the obligations he has taken. The Chair decided he could not entertain the motion in that form. Mr. Dove moved to strike out the protest on the ground that it was not jul to the Mayor; but he consented to the subject matter of the protest te a committee of one from each Ward, with instructions to inquire into the statements contained therein. Messrs. Dove, Miller, Evans, Emery, Busey, Ruff and Pearson, were appointed on this committee. 4 communi was received from the —— announcing his approval of recent acts of the councils. Also one enclosing the bank account of the Co tion; referred to finance committee. one enclosing the communication of R. Coyle, -, to the Commissioner of Public Buildings in relation to the sewer on Judiciary Square ; referred to ree gone? committee. . Moore present the petition of C. 0, Wall; refe: to claims committee. Mr. Ruff presented the petition of Mr. Con- Mr. Pearson presented the petition of C. Kemble; referred to police committee Mr. Busey, from the police committee, re- ported back the registration bill with a recom- mendation that this Board do concur in the first two amendments, and non-concur in the two last of the Common Council; adopted. _ Mr. Pearson, from committee on claims, asked to be discharged from the consideration of the petitions of Henry Olive, and J. P. Big- ler, and reported a bill for the relief of Joseph Mr. Dove offered a resolution requesting the Common Council to return to this Board the petition of Corbin Baker ; passed Mr. Ruff, from the committee on public schools, asked to be discharged from the con- sideration of the petition of the Northern Liberty Fire Tr for the removal of the public school from the engine house. Also, the communication of the president of that company in relation to matters in controversy between that company and the Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the public schvols ; not discharged. Mr. Miller moved that the papers be re- ferred back to that committee, with instruc- tions to report the facta and the best mode to pursue in reference thereto; agreed to. Mr. Moore, from committee on unfinished business, reported back a bill for relief of Robert Devereux ; referred to claims commit- tee. Mr. Busey, from the joint committee on the Georgetown annexation subject, reported a bill to defray the expenses of the committee ; Mr. Miller, from same committee, offered a resolution asking the Mayor for certain infor- mation for the use of said committee; adopted. Mr. Bayly, from the improvements commit- tee, reported a bill to complete the grading end gravelling of F street south, between Four-and-a-half and Canal streets; passed Council bill for repairs of @ street south, between Twelfth and Thirteenth streets east, WA Uill maki for thi ill maki ropriation for the support of the coeagpats agen infirm, for the year ending 30th June, 1856, was referred. A bill authorizing the grading of G street, between New Jersey avenue and Tiber Creek, ‘was referred. A bill for the paving of a gutter, and a pill for relief of Morris Holloran, were referred to improvements committee. oint resolution requesting the Mayor to ask of R Coyle his system of grades for the Sev- enth Ward, was 5 Joint resolution for the mee of the Boards to elect Trustees of Public Schools in October next was passed. Mr. Busey offered a resolution forbidding the use of the Aldermen’sjchamber by other bo- dies than the Trustees of Public Schools, the Levy Court and the juries, to take effect from the lst November; passed. Mr. Busey effered a resolution uesting the Mayor to obtain from the Chief of Police information relative to judgments obtained, returned, and on hand, by the officers prior to the inauguration of the Mayor ; Mr. Pearson moved to take up the relief of W. G. Deale; it was taken up, and on motion, the Board adjourned. Ove Buitprxe Association Crosep —The board of directors and stockholders of the “ Washington Building Association,’’ met at Potomac hali, inthe Seventh Ward, on Monday evening, 15th September inst. Present, Jo- seph Stephenson. President; John Van Res- wick, Treasurer; Craven Ashford Secretary, and Directors James Frasier, Jr., Richard Barnhouse, David Fowble, Jesse Oagood, John Hi. Griffith, Jobn Q. Wilson, Joseph D. Ward and William Ashdown; also a large proportion of the stockholders. The President called the Meeting to order, and the Secretary read hiz Teport, in substance as follows : That every share of stock had been re- deemed; all debts due by the association aid, and there remained in the treasurer's ands a surplus sufficient to divide to each share of stock, (held by those stockholdere Who bad taken loans and paid in their dues and interest to its close,) a fraction over two dollars and fifty cents. The secretary co! tulated the stockhold- €rs upon the successful termination of the as- sociation, and thanked them for that kindness, courtesy, and forbearance which had univer- tally been extended to him. He was happy to sey that harmony and good order had inva- Tiably characterized their proceedings, ard that the stockholders had promptly aud bon- orably complied with their obligations. Out of one hundred and sixty-seven stockholders at the crganization of the association in May, 1547, only nine (so far as he knew) had died ; and, what was remarkable, of all the proper- ty pledged to the association for loans, and loeated in different sections of the city, not one dollar’ s damage had been sustained by fire The secretary closed his remarks by tendering to the stockholders, individually, his best wishes for their future health aud saat ir John E Kendall, Esq , then arose, and after & few remarks offered the following resolu- tions, which were unanimously adopted : Resolved, Vhat the thanks of the members of the Washington Building Association be and they are hereby tendered to its officers—the President, Treasurer, Secretary, Boards of Di- rectors, and Trustees—for the long and ardu- ous services and the very satisfactory manner in which they have conducted its affairs from the commencement until its close. Resolved, That the balance in the treasury, after making the distribution to the members of the Association of their respective shares, as indicated by the report of the Secretary, together with such outstanding debts due the Society by some of its members, to be collected by the Secretary, and after paying such bills as may be outstanding again the Associa- tion, the balance be and is hereby appropria- ted to bis use and benefit asa smali testimo- nial of regard for his long and faithfal services. Resolved, That according to the terms of our “‘constitution,’’ this association has ter- minated and closed. Ongsn-GrixpeRs.—Our city has received an accession of those itinerant musicians, re- cently, who left Baltimore as soon as they could after the assault by two of the frater- mity on Col. Turner and Mr. Wcollen; fear- ing, probably, that their presence would not be welcome there after t stiletto demon- stration, although ro in no way be considered responsible for the bloody deed of the assassi| Se We anz avrsorizep tostate that the Francis J. Gibson reported in the watch returns of the 20th inst , is not F. J. Gibson, bookbinder - —— bao he ent —The a building ‘Se | for the ley congregation, on the 5 & O0., Mannie ta: Buro- | er of F and streets, is ready for th NOAH WALKE! .) MARBLE HALL OLOTEING roof. ltis considerably 1a: ae the old | their anneal display Ora ND WINTER CLOTHING | edifice, and when completed will be one of | #20, reséy oF ‘uspection, somrising on @i AD Oversea eWeet and rich- the prettiest churches in rpingtn, = ae ent dociens, ty, material trimming, end workmanehip:” To | nteri for where. We learn that the nity 1s now selecting constructed somewhat after the trom one of tha moatatracive toc of goods in i cy prices ap aw im ent will cost about fifteen | r1¥7 garb mete ne care With ealy ene Bot- subscriptions bog praca gay my sion “We herewith send you» cortitcasset & an pehond by the use of only one bottle of the German Bitters; we think Mr: Clark to be & man of veracity, and have no doubt of the truth of his story.” Messrs. Jos. B. Hall & Co.—Geutlemen—In suswer to your Inquiries, I will state that my daughter, aged about 16 years, bas been complat ing of & pain tn her side for six or seven rato! there is to be a Sunday school exhibition and s concert by the choir, and already a large number of tickets have been sold for these tertainments The ladies of the congrega- tion, too, are not idle, and during the month of November they pro jose to hold a festival. Much can be accom; by united efforts. Ty last, was taken down and confined to her bed. The pain in iar’ side wen vers oo vore, besides being troubled with pains between her shoulders and ip her breast, Assavtt axp Batrsry.—A stage driver named Fugitt was badly injured on Saturday evening in an encounter with another driver named T. Thomas, who struck him on the head with a stone. He was knocked sense- less and remained in thatcondition some time. Thomas was arrested by Police Officer Ross, and after trial, before Justice Hollingshead, he was held to bail in $266 to spent at the December term of the Criminal Court. Pickpockets.—Last night, Mr. Brown, the Sropuistor of the bowling saloon on D, near ighth street, complained to Capt. Baggott that he had his pocket picked ef sixty dollars in his own saloon. His suspicions rested on stranger who had been there during the evening. Officers Watson, Cooper, and Reyn- olds were deputed to aid him in his efforts to recover his money and arrest the thief. hen improve, and now, after taking only one bottle, js enjoy- ing better health than she has for Years. She feels no pain tm her side or in any part of ber body, and attributes her cure entirely to the Germas Bitters. WM. CLARK. Salmon Breok, Aroostook Co., Me. vertisament. Sep 1-omr See ad) ——— ry, important te the Ladies!—Dr. Du PONCO'S FEMALE PILLS.—The comDination of Ingredl ents in the Pills are perfectly harmless. Their efficacy and merits are based upon an extensive practice of over thirty ZoATS: AUG, Where the directions have been strictly fol: wed, they have never failed to correct all Irreguiarities, relieve painful and dificuit menstrnation, (particularly,) at the change of life. They will cure the Whites, and remove all obstructions arising from cold, exposure oF any causes; and may be used successfully as's Preventive. Gall upon the agent, and get « Olrcular for particulars free. Pi box, with fall directions. Sold wholesale and retail by OHAS. STOTT, Druggist, Pennsylvania avenue, SAMUEL B. W AITE, 528 Seventh street, Washington, D. C.; Georgetown; to whom all orders must be sent, and the Pilis will be sent 01 tially, 1, to Lie og pp —— sisal ler. signature on the box; to counterfeit it Is for gory. Je a-tf , MARRIED, In this city, on the 2Jth instant, . Chas. Henry Stonestreet, 8 J, of Georgetown College, Dr. ALPHONXO 8. SEMMES, of Can- ton, Miss , to SABINA, daugher of the late Raphael Semmes, Erq , of Georgetown. For Sale and Rent. F°. RENT.—A TWO-STORY BRICK Dwelling on Capitol Hill, corner of Kast Sapte and 4d street eact, containing 6 rooms = o) — oo. nee with woed Soces and otber bu . To acareful ienant the rent will be modera' sa te. For terms inquire at No. 48 on the Premises se 23-5t# $$ ern {ARM FOR SALE —!I OFFER FOR SALE my farm near Beltsville, Maryland, on tre Baltimere and Washington railroad within five minutes’ walk of that depot and twelve miles from Washington. It contains about two hun- dred acres, (thirty in timber;) house nearly new, substantial yand conveniently built.twelvercoms, ge, and two porches, with all necessary out- vuses, a pump of fine water, end orchards of well-selected fruit. One hundred acres (forming nearly a seme, with the butidings amidships) wiil be sold separately, if desired.’ The place is Leer healthy. productive, well-watered, a: a ivide! into eight fields Churches cf a’most every denomination convenient, varying in dis- tance from ene to five miles, and a public school adjoining the land It will be sold a great bar- gain, as t am determined to svil at once. If not sold before, (of which due notice will be given,) it will positively be sold at public auction on WEDNESDAY, the 15th of October at noon For terms inquire ow the premises of Fred. Hun- ter, who ts authorized to sell, and will take plea- sue in showing it, ____ THOS. T. HUNTER. se 23-1w OR RENT.—TWO MEDIUM SIZED Houses on Maryland avenue, between 6th and 7th stree’s. Rent moderate to good tenants. For particulars Inquire of T. GALLIGAN & CO, under Lrowns’ Hotel, orto Mr. BRAY, No. 232 4% street, Island. se 13 OR SALE.—A LOT ON THE CORNER of G and 2ist streets, 60 feet 9 inches by 128 feet S inches deep. This ts one of the best loca- tions and neighborhoods in the city, being di- rectly opposite the clegant residence of Lfeut. Woodbull, U. 8. Navy, and ina rapidly improv- ing neighborhood. If offersa rare chance to Pa Ravaxex —Wm. Butler, it appears, had so conducted himself as to excite the jealousy of William Fendall, both colored, and the conse- que was, the latter, on Sunday night, sought an opportunity and gratified his re- venge by severely maiming him. The con- stable is in search of the wrong-doer. Bria Potaro—Smaut Porato.—A market- man brought to our office, for inspection, this morning, a sweet potato, fifteen inches in length, and at the thickest part ten inches in circumference. The small part of the exhibi- tion was that he took the vegetable away with bim, expecting us to mention his name as a successful grower of such mammoth edibles. Come, why will you suffer all the ills of bed- bugs, cockroaches, moths, ants, and every other species of insects when Lyon’s Magnetic Powder will surely rid your house of all such pestilence For sale at Shillington’s Book selling and Stationery Establishment, Odeon Pailding, corner Four-and-a-half street and Penn’a aveuue. v. ¥. Bets on tHe Evection —We are informed that there is considerable betting upon the re- sult of the election to-night at Oud. Fellows’ Hall. Besides the privilege of voting for President, Wilson’s beautiful exhibition cun be witnessed, and all for 124 cents. Tue most Ludicrous and Laughable Carica- tures of all political parties, only 12} cents exch. For sale at Alex. Adamson’s, Seventh street, opposite to the Post Offtee. * GEORGETOWN CORRESPONDENCE. Gzorertown, Sept. 23.1356. We were not a little surprised yesterday, upon visiting what was once the old Mason’s foundry, to asceitain the extent of the im provements which have been made upon the premises in so short a time, by Messrs. Berry, Waters & Humphries, in converting it into a istil i sons who wish to purchare Enquire of V distillery. Their outlay in making the neces: | ons who wish to purel hens’s, No. 322 Penn sary arrangements has been very heavy, but] avenue, between 9th and 10th streets. se 17-2w. competent judges have declared it to be de-| — pera thts eet thie tee LL OOMS FOR RENT.-TWO ROOMS OVER my store sultable for an office of almost any kind, will be rented low to a permanent tenant. Possession givenimmediately. L. F CLARK, north side, Penn. avenue, between 32th and 13:h stre. ts sel’-tf UK RENT.—FURNISHED OR UNFURN ed, a house situated on the north side of Penn avenue, in the central part of the city, containing in all fifteen rooms, which are comfortably furn- ished ; gas fixtures through the house Wil! be Tented toa careful and responsible tenant if ap- plied for soon; or the rooms wi'l be rented sep- arately. Board can be obtained in the immediate neighborhood. A servant will be left to attend, and take charge of the room, if required Apply at this office. se 10-Im OR SALE—A CONVENIENT SMALL House, on 10th street, only two or three doors from Pa avenue. {ts central location renders it a desirable dwelling for persons engaged in business. The front room might be used asa Show room for a Millinery, or fitted up for a La- dies’ Shoe Store, or Fancy Trimming Store. Its proximity to the avenue would makeita aoe stand for any neat Lusiness. Apply to W. LEN- OX, or at Mrs. Lenox’s, on E, between 10th and 1th streets. au 27-tf OR RENT.—DWELLING HOUSE, NO 332, Pennsylvania avenue north side between 9th and 10th streets. One of the best locations in thecity. Immedtate passession given. Apply to GEO.H B WHITE & CU., on the premises, or to CHARLES H. LANE, Gent’s Furnishing Store, 424 Penn. avenue. is R RENT—SEVERAL HANDSUME Par- cidediy one of the most perfect and well ar- ranged establishments of the kind in the United States, not only in the construction of the buildings and general arrangement of the machinery, but the unequaled facilitics for carrying on at a moderate expense, such an establishment. The engine and other ma- chinery was constructed and arranged by Messrs. Poole &. Hunt, of Baltimore The whole was set in motion for the first time yes- terday, and every part worked admirably, to the entire satisfaction of the proprietors. A few more days will perfect all their arrange- ments, when they will commence regularly the manufacture of the ardent. They are also constructing upon the premises a mill for the purpose of ing corn, which will be of sufficient capacity to turn out some four hun- dred bushels of meal per day. This they in- tend to improve as soon as they get fully under way, so as to embrace the manufacture of flour, also. The whole establishment, when complete, will cost them some $25,000 to $30,000. Itiareally worthy of a visit from our citizens. Our citizens will be gratified to learn that Rev. Mr. Bocock, of Virginga, in obedience to avother call from the Bridge street congrega- tion (Presbyterian,) has finally accepted, (the congregation over which he has heretofore presided consenting thereto,) and will, as soon as he can properly arrange matters, come on and enter upon the duties of hig new field of labor. The corner-stone of a new African Metho- i hitler rene at ert dist mission church, located near the corner of sarin F mansyeat foo Se bendihlad Montgomery and Bell streets, was laid yester- day afternoon with Masonic ceremonies, the Union Grand Lodge of Colored Masons offi- ciating . The flour market, this morning, is quiet; holders are asking $6 874 for good standard brands, but buyers do not appear very anx- ious to operate to one xen at this price for shipping purposes heat is arriving tolera- ble pa oh and selling at $1 35a$1 40 for red and $1 40a$1 45 for white, of good qualities Large quantities of corn have been sold dur ing the last few days at 59262c Arrived—Schrs Atwater, Mears, New York, toF &A.H Dodge; Juliette, Baker, Boston, to Hartley & Bro; Emily Ann, Henderson, Baltimore, to Amos Young; steamer Columbie, OR SALE.—A TRACT OF LAND, CON- taining about 45 acres, on the Heights of Georgetown, being a part of the Valley Vicw Farm, the residence of the late John H. King, deceased. ‘This is one of the most desirable sites in the District fora fine private residence; about 20 acres of this tract isa beautiful grove of tim- ber, the balance cleared and Ina high state of cul- tivation. ‘The summit of this tract is from 350 to 400 feet, above tide water, and hus a fine view of Washington, Georgetown, and the adjacent val ley of the Pctomac. It wiil be sold entire or in lots Also, alarge Frame Dwelling-house and Lot on the corner of Fifth and H streets west, Wash- ington city. Pply at Valley View Farm, orto Dr.H. King, No. 80 Prog, street, Georgetown, D.C. Harper, Baltimore, to Hyde & Davidson. je 1s-tt {intel] E. J. KiNG. Spectator. — OR RENT.—THREE FURNISRED rooms, with or without board, upon moderate terms, suitable for 3 or 4 single gentlemen, at No. 267 F sireet, between 12:h and Ith streets, or the entire house, containiog 11 rooms, to a good tenant, if immediate application be made. re 5-2aw3wTu,F OR SALE OR RENT —THE TWO NEW three-story Houses with back building and cellar, on 12th street, the first square south of Penn. avenue, {is offered for sale or rent. They contain ten rooms each Inquireof J. W BAR- KEH, on H street, next to the Lutheran church, between Lith and 12th street. au l-eotf OR SALE OR EXCHANGE FOR CITY PROPERTY —A very handsome Farm above Fatrfax Court House, Virginia, coavenient to the Oranye and Alerandria, and the Manasses Gap Rallroads, containing 200 acres, about 80 acres of which {sin very fine timber. The whole is well watered, well fenced, and well improved A portion of it is fine meadow land, the remain- der is well adapted to wheat, corn, &c. For terms, apply to A. HARRIS, No 510 L, near 10th street, Washington, or A: MOSS, kisq., Fairfax Court House se 16-ecOt# OR RENT--A FURNISHED COUNTRY Dwelling, with lawn, orchard, peated and stables—5 rooms on first floor—hot and cold batbs, highlv romantic and healthy situation, 8 miles i>” Read this.—For al! Bowel Diseases, Choiers, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Flataleucy, Constipation, and Geoveral Deblilty, we kuow of nothing better than Dr. Hos- tetter's Celebrated Stomach Bitters. One win three times each day, before mea’ sil the above diseases, will remov famliy medicine. For sale by all principal druggists and dealers generally. sepl6-lw the marvel of this age, cures Nenraigta, Tooth- omach, § minutes; cures ; cures Fatna in Back, 1 day; cures Headache, 15 minutes; cures Ague, 1 ulght; cures Piles, Swelled G lone, Brokeo Breast, Salt Rheum, 8 , Palpitation, Pleurisy, 1 to 10 daye; eu: jout, Krysipelas, 6 to 20; cures Hemorrhage, fula, Absccas, 6 to 10 days. Large bottles ten times cheapest. Sold by S 8. HANOS, 108 Baltimore street, Baltimore; and STOTT & Go. and J. SCAWARTZ, Washicgton. aL _ sep 18-1 Wm. A. Batchelor’sHair Dye.—Gray or Rusty Hair dyed instantly to a Beautiful aud Natu- ral Brown or Slack, without the least injury to Hair or Situ. Furrese Mapats 4xp DipLomas have been awarded to Wm, A. Bateholor since 1839, aud over 80,000 applications have been made to the Har of his patrons of his famous Dye, Prejnds Dying the Hafr and Whiskers is unjust, as vering & bald head with a wig. = < aan Bee ——— ee Korot reaps from } brome Banfi ta ae Ma se ae fer to Sweeny, Rittenhouse, Fan! ‘0., and Ed- "soli ina ition nad townn et the Gaited Sates, by Drag- | Htor Of the Star. Possession given at any time af Giate and Pauecy Goods Dealers. ter the 15th October. au 25-lm 62 The Genaine has the mame and address upon « steel piste snereving. on four sides of each bottle, of WILMLAM see aici SSS =e a , 233 Broadway, New York. or sale by OHAS. STOTT, Pennsylvania avenue. COMMERCIAL AND MATUEMATICAL INSTITOTE. ague cured withent using » Mercury, Opium, or auy of the polsonous sa compound’, geaerally resorted to by YO MEET A NECESSI'Y AND A DE- mand in the city, the Principal of the Union ~ Academy, has conclude! to open, in the very ee iataiare pleasant ‘Rooms of the Academy, corner of 14th street and New York avenue, recently fitted up for the purpose, a thoroughly organized EVENING SCHOOL, forsuch young men, otherwise em- ployed durlag the day, as wish to spend their evenings tu fitting themselves thoroughly for successful business The Institute will be opened October 13th, five evenings each week, frum 7 to 9} o’clock, with two or three lessons in each study, each week. Classes will be formed in Book Keeping, Pen- mansbip, and verious Branches of the Higher Mathematics; and also in Foreign guages For terms ne farther Wore mes ‘Circulars at the Book Stores, or call on ri se 20-1m Z. RICHARDS, Tslactpal. Pe ir ac ab ene et Stas: sax CHOUL BOOKS.—TO BUY A VATIETY Of School Books, at cheapest rates, call at FERKGUSON’S No 196 Seventh stret one A the above deleterious substances, but y and fully by acti, er aud Skin, Purifying the Blosd eld medicines with which opening the pores of the bod: Itealf 1 breaking bp the ergies. See the eure of Mr. John Longdon, chronic Aue and Fever; chills twi Nothing permanently cured him, until he tried ‘Oerers a Mixtare; three botties of perfectly restored bi po byt won Lod gee ® ch ce. He is only one ont ofa wi etperienced the scte of this valuable pu:iSeref the bicod.” it Feuewing of tem has been clogged, 7, and allowtngasture to assist isease, and recuperating its en- » Of Va; he had fixed sud ice a day for three years, wesin, am agreeable extensively used on the conti- America, manufactured daily. Soda w and highly approved constr choles lot of Havana ; With a fall » famery, Hair Brushes, be .8 AUCTION SALES. By C. W. BOTELER, Auctioneer. hupteecie ICAL EFFECTS On THUR av ReEMine, Be) ber 4 at Iron Hall, all sprelot of Scenery es : A rare op is presented t: Companys, or Animes to obtain ata eager # Sey, Comal te variety of Theatrical ites. 9073 - C. W. BOTELER, Auct’r, JOHN KULINSKI, WATCH §& CLOCK acixen, BY Lars or Warsaw, Potanp, ALL WORK Wcaae FOR TWELVE MONT ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. The above is also the Inventor of a Patented A ‘tus for iting the disastrous effects of collisions on Railroads : Information on the sub- ject given on applicaticn {7 Seventh street, No. 391. CHARLES WALTER, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, NOTARY PUBLIC AND GENERAL AGENT, No. 387 D street, between 3d and 43 streets, OPPOSITE CITY HALL, se 19-1w* WASHINGTON D C. MORE RICH SHAWLS AND SUAKFS. Wwe HAVE JUST OPENED A LARGE LOT of very handsome Shawls and Scarfe, man of them in black middles, which are scarce and desirable. We would here suggest to the ladies’ tocall early if they want a handsome Shawl or Scarf We have also, a good assortment of Plain Bleck Thibbet, Merino, and Cloth Shawis. Will open on Saturday, a beautiful assortment of Grey, Brown, and Biack Cloth Cloaks and Talmas, comprising ail the latest novelties of the season, to which we ask the special attention of ladies COLLEY & SEARS. se 19-8t 523 7th st., 3 doors north FASHIONABLE DANCIN per H.W. MUNDER, MOST RESPECT- fu'ly announces to hisformer patrons @ and the public generally, that he wiil Tesume the duties of his school in a few days—dne notice will be given of the 4 placeand timeof commencing. He will introduce a variety of new and fashiona- bie dances, better calculated to improve the car- riage and grace of the most skillful pupils, than avy other style that hes been introduced. He has entirely altered his style of teaching for advanced puptis, and invites all tho-e who wish to take a final course of instructions to avail them- selves of this excellent opportunity It is earnestly requested that all whohave a de- sire to join the above classes will make {n medi- application at JOHN F. ELLIS’ music store. where they are inv'ted to leave their address. se 17 GENTLEMEN'S EMPORIUM, XEORGE W. HINTON HEREBY RE- turns his thanks to his old and steadfast, eustomers and the public generally for the ete Font e bestowed upon him athis EMPORIUM OF FASHION, oa Pennsylvania avenue, between 6th and 3 streets, and next door eatt of Frank Taylor's Bookstore, where may be found a large assortment of sich, ta:tefal and valuable Goeds, french. English, Italian, Cifmese, and American of ail kinds for gentlemen's wearing apparel. cutané made up in the most tas e and dor.ble style, egreeably to orders, ar shortest notice, and upon the most reasonable erms. Please call and examine the richness and style of the sooce and tbe faithful ard durable manner in which they are made up to sult cus- tomers George W. Hinton embraces this occasion to announce to the public that he bas formed a co- rtnership in business with Mr. WILLIAM 3 TxRL, formerly of Virginia, ty whose aid, as- sistance and constant altendance at the stove, the business of the Emporium will be greatly facili taced N B —Gceorge W. Hinton hopes that such of lis former patrons as have uacancelled bills at the store will sooa be pleased to call and settle the same, as the season Is changing and shert seitle- ments make long friends. se 19-tf se 19-8t® WOOD, COAL, AND SAND. OW AFLOAT, AND FOR SALE FROM the Vessels, 400 tors White and Red Ash COAL, for Furnaces, Grates, and Stoves, war- ranted to be of the best quality; 2,240 pounds to the on in all cases Always on hand us good an assor'ment of WOOD AND COAL as can be found in the Dis- :tict, and on as good terms No. 54%, Northeast corner of 12th and C streets, one hie south of Pa. avenue. se 2-20 C.M. KEYS. COAL AND WOOD. OW AFLOAT, A LARGE CARGO OF superior Furnace Coal, which will be deliv- ered from the vessel at a reduced price. Constantly on hand a general assortment of Red and White Ash Coals, Cumberland Coa! and Wooa. CASTLEMAN & BRO, corner of 6th and B streets, Opposite the National Hotel. u YOU WANT A FASHIONABLE Hat? Callon GEO. H. B. WHITE & CO Do you want the latest patterns of Dress Shirts, white or colored ? Callon GEO. H.B WHITE & CO. Do you want Undershirts or Drawers for Fail or Winter? CalionGEO.H B WHITE & CO Do you wanta splendid Czavat, Scarf, Stock or Tie? Callon GEO. H B. WHITE & CO. Do you want Hosiery, Gloves, Pocket Hand- kerchiefs, and Suspenders? Call on GEO. H. B, WHITE & CO. Do you want Dressing Robes of rich and beau- thful patterns CallonGEO H.B.WHITE&CO. Ho you want Travelling Shawls and Caps? Callon GEO. B WHITE & Co, Do you want Gold and Silver head, or Sword Canes? Callon GEO.H. B. WRITE& CO Do you want Furnishing Goods of any kind? Callon GEO. B. WHITE & CO. Where is GEO. H.B. WHITE & CO? No. 382 Penn. ave , bet. 9th and i0:h sts, se 18-e03t Don't forget the place NEW AUCTION AND COM™MISIION STURK ONTZ & COOMBS, NO. 368 SEVENTH streets, between I and K streets, return thelr grateful thanks to a generous public forthe liber- al patronage extended to them since they have been engaged in the House Furnishing busicess in the Northern Liberties, and now heg leave to announce to the panic that at the earnest solici- tetion of many citizens they have been induced to connect with their present trade the Auction and Commission business ‘They pledge themselves to leave no effort un- tried or spare no trouble to give satisfaction in all cases to those who may confide their business to them or favor them with thelr patronage All goods consigned to them will besold tothe best advantage and prompt returns made Particular attentioa will be given to the sale of real ard personal property of every kind, aud liberal cash advances made on the same whenev- er required. BONMZ & COOMBS, Commission Merchants, CHEAP FURNITURE. Our large warehouse is filled to its utmost capacity with every de- scription oF Parlor, Chamber, aud Kitchen Furniture, beth new ard second-hand, which we wili sell at a small advance over manu- facturers’ prices. It is useless for us to itemiz>; suffice it to say we are are prepared to furnish out entire houses at such prices as cannot fall to give satisfaction to purchasers A call is respectfully solicited BONTZ & COOMBS, Auction and Commission Merchants, se 20-1m No 269 Seventh street. NEW AND SEASONASLE GOUDS. — HE SUBSCRIBER WOULD CALL THE attention of persons refitting their houses to his new stock of PAPER HANGINGS, WIN- DOW SHADES, CORNICE, PILTURE CORD and TASSELS, &c. WINDOW SHADES of ever? description on hand, or made to order. To my many friends for their liberal patronage and favorable recommendation, | return my warm ac- knowledgements, and trust by strict attention to busine-s, punctuality, and dealing, to merit a continuance of their confidence and patronage JOHN MARKRITER, 7th st , se 18-e06t* nert door to Odi Fellows’ Hall. ss Be. cnc nsec hanctestelbacendalh neentle ese boy MEDICAL CARD. RH. PERABEAU, GERMAN HOMEO- se 17-lw thic physician, has the honor to offer his services to Zinhableants of Washington and vicinity. Ottice and Residence on I street, No. 188, be- tween 20th and Sist streets. N. B —Hemeopathic medicines for sale, which the Doctor prepares himse!f with the test care, For Feverand Ague, for Bilous a Bowel complaints, &c , &c. se 33m GAS FITTING. Ww. ARE NOW PREPARED TO INSERT oohalgs tae Meat: ane a eas: . _8¢15 No. 248 Pa. ave., bet. 12th and 13th ste. Ew MUSIC RECEIVED THIS MORN. ing at (se 17) BLLIS'S. AUCTION SALES THIS AFTERNOON AND TO-MORROW. Orr By BONTZ & COOMBS, Auctioneers. OUSEHULD AND KITCHEN FURRNI. ture at Auction —On WEDNES»Hay the 24th instant, at 10 o’clock a. m , we shall at the residence of = gentleman declining house- xteping, on F street, 2d and 3d sireets, in the Mielatty of the County Jail, alarge assortment ©f Household Effects, consisting in part of— Mahogeny Sofas and Chairs Reds, Bolters, Filowsand Mattress » ters, Pillows and Ma! Wood and cane seat Chairs Cottage and other Bedsteads China, Glass, and Crockery Ware ‘Together with many Kitchen Requisites, &¢ derms : $25 and under, cash; over $258 credit of 30 and 60 days, with ‘notes satisfactorily en- doreed, bearing interest. BONTZ & COOMBS, se 20-ts Auctioneers. ‘By WALL, BARNARD & CO . Auétioneers ee, FURMITURE at Auction. On WEDNESDAY MORNING, October Ist, at 10 o'clock, we will sell, at the residence of W.M Corcoran, Esq , No. 493 Seventeenth st ’ the entire Household Furnitwe, as— Rosewood Pizno, Cover and Stool Do Tete-a-tetes, marble-top Tables Plush and hair Rocking Chairs Walnut and plush Reeeption Chairs pahereny Parlor Chairs, Hat-rack Rosew: Beaufet, Etegere Parlor hall, stair, and chamber Carpets Pa:lor Curtains, painted and eilt Shades Gilt Mirror, Girandoles, Candelabras Mahcgany snd other Wardrobes Do and resewood Dressing Bureaus Do and other Bedsteads Best quality Beds, Pillows and Bolsters Hair and husk Mattresses, Beddii Mahogany marbie top enclosed and other Wash- Sideboard, Dining Tebies, Waiters Cane-seat Chairs, Ot] Cloth, Matting Lounge, Stair Rods. Toilet Knives and Forks, Waiters, Trays, Mets China and Glass Ware With a gcod stock of Iron and Tin Ware, Kit- chen Articles, &c. Terms: All sums of and under $30 cash; over (bat amount a credit ef 60 and 90 days, for notes bearing interest ard satisfactorily endorsed. WALL, BARNARD & CU., se 17-ts Auctioneers. By A. GREEN, Auctioneer. ALUABLE BUILDING LOTS ON MIS. uri avenue and nerth K street at Auc- —On FRIDAY, the 26th instant, J shall se! front of the premises, at5 o'clock p.m > = of Lot6, in Square cr Reservation A, front- ng on Missouri avenue, between 3d and 4} sts , adjoining the property of Mr Browning Also, at half-past 6, or !mmediateiy after the sale o’ therbove, I «ball cell, on the premises, two handsome building Lots, situated on the south side of north A, be:ween 4th and Sth streets west, being Lots Nos 18 and 19, tn Square No. 516. No 18 hasa front of 60 feet; No. 54 feet 7 inches on K street, ranning, with a side alley, to a 30 feet alley, 142 feet 7 inches All the above mentioned pepe is handsome ly located, and the sale will te worthy of the at- tention af rersons wishing to purchase a hand- sore build‘ng site or maks a good investment. Tide indisputable Terms: One thirdeash ; ba’ance In 6, 12, and 18 months, the purchaser to give notes for the de = peyments, bearing interest from the day of sale. A deed given and a deed of trust taken se2td A.GREEN, Auctioneer (ALE @F LAND.—BY VIRTUE OF AU- \ thority vested In me ! will sell, on the premi- ses, in Alexandria county, Va. at auction, at 4 o'clock on THURSDAY, September 256th, a valuable Lot of 48 acres of land, in wood and part cleared, and is remarkably well adapted to gardening purposes. It is joi: jy the farms of Mrs Hamilton, R. Crutt, and Rev. A. Hays, about 13 mile from Georgetown There are two excellent springs of water and acomfortabie log house on the premises, which are enclosed by a fine fence Persons wishing to purchase may get any infor mation in regard to the place bycalling on Robert Ball, sr., near Ball’s Cross Roads, or on the subscriber at 558 G street, near 34 Terms of sale: 00 cash; the balance tn three st bas —— of 4, 12, and 18 months. A deed given and a deed of trust taken to secare the pay- ROBERT BALL. Jr. Executor of Wm Ball, dec’d ments. 8e 1l-eots* By JAS. CG. McGUIRE, Auctioneer. E XCELLENT FURNITURE AND Household Effects at Public Auction,— On THURSDAY MORNING, Septembe- 25th, at 10 o'clock, at the residence of M. S=yder, Exq., in ‘* Corcoran’s Building.” ©, | street, between 15th and 16th streets. { snall sell all bis Furni- ture and Henscxeeping Effects, comprising— “xcelient Mahogany Pianoforte, Stool, and Cover Mahogany hair-spring seat Sofas Arm and Parior Chairs Handsome rosewood marble-top Centre Tables Guilt-frame French Plate Mirrors, Slate and Brackets Beautiful bronze and gilt Gas Chandeliers Fine Damask and Lace Curtains, Cornice, &c Walnut Whatnots, Fancy Chairs Handsome Marble and China Vases Elegant Velvet, Parlor, and Stair Carpets Ollcloth, Matting, Rugs Brussels, Three ply and ~— Carpets High and low post Bedsteads, Bureaus Washstands, ‘i oljet Sets, Tables Feather Beds, Bolsters, and Pillows Hair and Husk Mattresses, Comforts, &c Mahogany Sideboard, Extension Tables Dining Chairs, Window shades, Lounges China Dinner and Tea Service. Glass Ware Castors, Silver-plated Ware, Fable Cutlery Refrigerator, Stoves, Kitchen Utensils, &¢. Terms: $30 and under, cash; over that suma credit of sixty end ninety days, for satisfactorily endorsed notes, bearing interest, se 16-4 JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auct’r. NEW PAPER HANGINGS. OUSES TO LET AND FOR SALE TO command a good price shuld look new and cheerful. Nothing improves the interior appear- ance of a house so much at so smail 2 cost as to a the walls throughout. The subscriber hae a desirable assortme1tcf PAPER HANGINGS WINDOW SHADES, PICTURE CORD and TASSELS, &c Intending to sel! 2t the lowest remunerative prices I solictia c2li fom my friends and the public. J. MARKRITER, No 500 7th st., next door to Odd Fellow.’ S-eo3u* Hall LEGANT CARPETISO0S.—JUST RE- ceived and on sete a superior and el: stock of Wilton, Velvet, Tapestry, Bressels, timperial ‘Phree-piy, double Ingrain, Damask, Twilled and plain Venitian, and wool Dutch Carpetings, all of the very Istest importation and in the newest and richest colors and designs In the finer varieties we have some in superbly rich medallions, (single medallion to a room.) and borderings to math, style of Louls XIV. Also, elegant square and oblong Rugs to match. We do not hesitate to assert that the stock of Carpeting and other Furniture Dry Goods now in our store ts more extensive and varied and more superior in exceilence and be:uty than any other ever offered for sale to (he citizens of Washington, Georgetown, Alexandria, and environs heretofore; all of which we wili -el! at as low figures as the same can be bad in any other house in the Union, and may be le.s. sel5-colw CLAGETY, DODSON & Co. MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. UCH AS GUITARS, VIOLINS, FLUTES. Fifes, Accordeons, Flutinos, &c, 4c , just recelved and willbe disposed of at lower ices than they can be had for at any other establish- ment in the country New Music received sem\-weekly. WM G METZEROTT, successor to Geo. Hilbus. Music aes and Lith and D southwest corner cf Pena. aveane, streets. se 17- SO¥T HATS! NEW STYLES FOR FALL & WINTER We have just received a Ue com plete assortment of FELT HATS, for men i and boys, of all styles, colors and prices, to which We respectfully invite the attention of pur- chasers. Please cali at GEO. B. WHITE & COS Fashionable Het and Cap Store, 332 Pa avenue, between 9th and 10th streete, N B—Weare prepared to me t ail fair eem- petition, and sell at the lowest prices for cag. se 15-e06t NOTICE. XEN WALTER JONES AND CHARLES ¥ LEE JONES have removed thetr office to No. 506, E street, between 3d aud 4th streets Charles Lee Jones ‘will Practice in the Supreme Court of the United States and all other courts held In the District of Columbia. Gen. Walter Jones, though mostly retired from general prac- Ces, will unite with him and do his bast to ad- vance the success of clients by written statements and arguments, and by alljether needful and proper exertions. jy 5-3m FIRST WARD MARKET, NO. 114 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE WILLOPEN ON TUESDAY,SEPTEM i 16th, and ¥eep constantly on’ hand, FRESH MEA#S and VEGETABLES at the above p te 13-3w® WM. CBA CHOICE GROCERIES. _ 3 Jerr RECEIVED, A SUPERIOR LOT OF all the purest kinds of family Grocerie, Vines, Liquors, and Segars, White and Brown Sugars, at the usual is P. LEVY, & the Nationa! fk povinnss Penn. cve., opposite the ot TELEGRAPH NEWS. -_ FROM 1 EE ASSOCIATED PRESS. ¥ USE PRINTING TELEGRAPH. ARRIVAL OF THE INDIAN. FOUR DAYSLATER FROM EUROPE. Quepec, ‘Sept. 23.—The at eam with Liverpool dates of the 10th, arrived here pean intelligs s on the 7th, glo Saxon on os Yth _— HE MAR’ Our Liverpoo! corres; ~ oy uoctes cotton firm and unchanged a Provisions quiet, and the mone: to _ sy dg a onenls for mone Bo ihe e various Liver, roulars . tations as follo "Gatton wens tt Seles for three days 25,000 bales. of ich 5,000 were on speculation and 2,500 for ex- port The market closed steady, the holders offering = showing no disposition to press enles he weather tes been favorable for the crop, and the weather promises fair. Breads‘uffs—Flour, of all quallties, has de. clined Is a2s 5d, with but little lative inquiry; Baltimore and Philadelphia 20a3is.; Ohio 3la338s Wheat has deel Sads ; red, old, GaSis, new 9a9js.; white, old, Siadis., Rew l0al0+s Cora is very dull at a decline of ls ; yellow and mixed Sla3l¢s ; white 32a 324s. Provisions—Baeon and Lard aresteasy and unchanged. readstu: Confiag: ation at Macon, Ga. Maco, Ga, Sept. 23 —An extensi Occurred here yesterday destroving the ue rine and Mechanics’ Banks, Wa:hingtem Hall, and the buildings on the north sideof Wack’ it Hal! block. exeept the Bank of Middle ona The loss is not known, but is vey Kansas Affairs. Sr. Lovis, Sept 22.—Additi vices from Kansas report that Gen qrmyll one hundred and fifty Free-State men, was movi toward Nebraska. The movements of the balance of the Free State army are unknown. Fire at Boston. , Bosrox, Sept. 22 —The East Boston Steam Fionring Mills were almost destroyed by fire this afterncon Les: about $75,000 —insured. A large quantity «f grain and ple q Grain and rice was des- New York Bank Statement. New Yorm Sept. 22—The weeki ment of the New York city banks nr img ve > of $10,000 in specie and an increase of $135,000 in loans ; $19,000 in ciroulati $2,519,000 in deporite. —— Congressional Nominetion. Eastox, Pa., Sept 22 —The Dem the Tenth District have nominated Wa i Dimnmick, of Wayne county, for Congress, in place of the Hon, Asa Packer, the present member Prize Fight near Boston. Boston, Sept. 21.—There was a prize fight yesterday afternoon at Spot Pond, about six tuiles from Boston, between Scotty, of Brook- lyn, N Y, and Murphy, of Portland. After the pagilists got to work, the police interfered, when a miscellaneous melee ensued, oe their Which a police-man was wounded bya shot. The fighting party made good escape Baltimore Markets. Baxrimore, Sept. 23 —Flour te unch: » Sales of Howard street at $6.75, and Milis $650 There w othing done in Ohio. Wheat ie a trifle better, but prices are un- ovens piv is frm at yesterday's rates ; mix SadTe,; white 58a60c., and yellow at 602622 , Whisky is steady; City and P, Iv: 34j235¢ > Ohio 35a35e3 - ey Row York Markets New Yor, Sept. 23 —The steamer’s news had not transpired previous to "Change. Flour m for common q ties; sales of 12,000 State 35.20a6 20; Ohio $6.20a$6 40; outhern standard £6.90. o) Wheat is firm; sales of 30,000 bushele; West- ern red $1 43a$1 46; white $155; Southern white £154 Corn is advancing; sales of 26 000 bushels; mixed 654¢ Pork is dull ata decline of 25c; sales of mess at $20 50. Beef and lard are unchanged. Whicky is buoyant; Ohio 37c Finaneisl New York, Sept. 23 —Stocks ee Chicago ard Rock Island 97}; Illi Cen- tral bonds 94; Michigan Southern 903; Pa Coal Co. 95%: Reading 843; Virginia 6's 924; Missouri 6's 88. Sterling exchange is du! ACARD W & HAVE THE PLEASURE TO AN- nounce to our friends and the public that we have just received our fall stock of’ CLOTHS, CASIMERES, and VEST- INGS of the very best French, American, and English manufacture, to which w- respect- fully ask to call their attention Visitors and strangers in the city can have their orders filled by us at the very shortest notice, at fair prices, and in styles equal at least to any cs— tab ishment in the city GRUBB & LOZANO, Merck art Tailors _se 6-1 493 8th st , near Penn avenue. PRIZE OF A SILVER MUG! BEAUTIFUL SILVER MU@ WILL BE given tothe gentlemen making the best games of Ten Pins, between’ row and Christmas by the proprie- tor<f the Bowling Saloon on PD street, stehth and Ninth streets. ‘The Mug ean be seen at the Saloon. ‘The Preprictor would inform his friends that he b. completed two new alleys in the base- fect long. and which are pronounced the in the city. Gentiemcn fond of this amuse- ment ate re pectfully invited to call. A book will be kept public to regis'er names of tho e contending for the prize. se 16-w ACADEMY OF MUSIC, WASHINGTON, D C Mé R CROUCH, VOCALIST AND SINGING WWE MASTER, cin be consulted every Tuesday and Friday at the above Institution, eny bour during the day Sehvols and faniliies attended in the city, Georgetown, Alexandria, and surrounding neign- bor hood A few vacancies to be ba. under Mr Crouch Juvent © Classes from 4 to 6 o'clock Young Men’s Glee “lass, 7 to $ In the evening J. NICHOLLS CROUCH, Vocal Director of the Ins itution Corner of 11th street and Pennsylvan‘a avenue, over Farnmham’s Bookstore. se 19-tf ———— ee ~~ YHE WISE.—THERE i8 NO PLACE ittheclty where the people can pet better ar- Ucles, either in style or quailty, or at lower pri- ces than ut FRANCIS’, just above Gdd Fe lows Hall,on 7th street. Many are beginnine to un- derstand this end when in want of Housekeeptiny: Hardware, Cutlery. Silver-piated, Aibata and Japanued ware, Clocks, Bird Cages, Laskets. Brushes, Combs, &c., they call en him. He is determined to make it for the interest of all when bout te purebase to remember his store, ee 11 WoOD AND COAL. E ARE DAILY RECEIVING LARGE supplies of WOOD end COAL, which we can sell from the boats at very low . Rer- sons desi/ous of laying in their winter fuel woula do well io give us acall before else. where. BOGUE & U’NBILL, se? No. 105 Water street, Georgetown i EXTER'S HOTEL TO BE CLOSKO — On Saturéay, the 20th instant, | shall close my hotel for the purpore of gising it a therough cleausing, tiny, and renovatiog, and will re open cu Monday, the 17th of November rext, when | shall be prepared in to entertain my frleads and the public g A. DEXTER se 19-iw s OMAUNCEY WARHINER, WATCHMAKER, AND. JEWELER, Fine Watches, Jewelry, and Silver Ware. Selling at a very liberal reduction from eme- tomary we ms F petweed 6th an streets, No 3 Pa. sven owas’ Hota ‘bulhding ) ‘CATFORM AND COUNTER SCALES aga DOCK'S PATENT PLATFORM AND Counter Scales, of al! sizes. for saleat men... facturers prices BOGUE A&A O'NEILL, se2 Ayent - 106 Water st., Qoomgetownns ‘L. J. MIDDLETON, DEALEB IW IC8, Osace and Depoi—Southwest corne: of F Wweils sects. feba iin classes now study- ma &