Evening Star Newspaper, December 31, 1856, Page 3

2 = ene eesti :VENING STAR. LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. Revort CommissiongR oF PuBtic Bor.0ines FoR THE YeaR 1856 —The annual report of the Commissioner of Public Buildings presents much interesting and valuable mat- ter, which we regret not having space to-day to give in detail. It presents a general view of the repairs and improvements of the C: tol, Pi jent’s House, public grounds, av nues, 4c ; renews recommendations of the last report which were not acted upon by Cor. gress, vis: An addition to the ecourt-house portion of the City Hall; the erection af a new jail; the improvement of Franklin square, the tria ar spaces formed by the intersection of New York and Massachusetts avenues and Tenth and Twelfth streets, the triangular spaces on Pennsylvania avenue, between H and Nineteenth streets, and the space on the south side of Pennsylvania avenue, between Twentieth and Twenty-first streets; the gra- ding of North Capitol street, from © street to Massachusetts avenue; the removal of the naval monument; and the purchase of a lot and erection of a house for the keeper of the upper Eastern Branch bridge. . tates that a diversity of opinion exists as to the extension of the Capitol grounds west- wardly, but that there is general concurrence that squares numbered 687 and 688 ought to be included in the eastern enclosure ; that the revenue arising from sales of roment lots has ceased, and that means for making the improvements go by the 15th section of the city charter of 1820, and the 12th section of the amended charter of 1843, must be pro vided in some other way ; and that there has been a reduction in the price of gas to the government and private consumers. Commends highly the annual appropriation mede by Congress for the medical treatment of sick non-resident paupers, and expresses an earnest hope for its increase. the right of the government to re- move tre Centre house and take p: segion of the reservations occupied by it Professes to have no knowledge of the move- ments of the »uxiliary guard, and insists upon the incongruity in their manner of sppolat- ment and payment. Argues to show that the fee-simple to the svenues and streets is in the Government, and that, as a consequence, the Government ought to open and | sere such as lead directly to the Capitol and President’s House. mmends the completion of New Jersey avenue from D street to New York avenue ; the grading of Delaware avenue from B to D street north ; and the opening and grading of Sixteenth street west from K to Boundary atreet. as Urges the importance of a civil engineer being attached to the office, and the necessity of an additional clerk, and gives due praise to the employes under the direction of the Commissioner for fidelity in the discharge of their duties Hoop’s Jeweiry axp Manvracturine Es- TABLISAMENT.—Day by day it is satisfactory to note the evidences of the growth and pros- rity of the city as indicated by new manu tei and business enterprises projected and carried out by companies or individuals. In a call lately made at the jewelry establish- ment of H. 0. Hood & Co. we were greatly pleased with a variety of beautifully designed articles of silverware, manufactured upon the premisez, and of a class the manufacture of which, we believe, has never before been un- dertaken in thiscity The patterns of many of these articles—such as spoons, forks, ladies, butter, fish and jelly knives, crumb-scrapers, napkin-rings, &e —are truly exquisite. and, as they are patented by Messrs Hood & Co., ean be procured nowhereelse. We advise our readers to call and see for themselves. An admirably working stationary engine upon the premises, manufactured by Wm. Brown, of Concord, N. H., turns a rolling mill, which reduces the tough bars of silver to the requi- site thinness, and also the polishing apparatus which brings the manufactured ware toa mir- ror-like lustre. Hood & Co. have also a la assortment of watches and jewelry; but it is of their manufacturing operations we design to speak more especially at thia time. Cincurt Courr.—A very interesting matter was before the Court yesterday, growing out ofa a — by the Hon posers Ww. Thompson, ndiana, praying jourt to grant « rule upon the Secretary of the Treas- ury to show cause why a mandamus of the Court should not is:ue against himself to com- i the payment of about $40,000 to Mr hompson under an Lig! Sper by Congress on Indian account. The relator was repre- sented by Hon. Reverdy Johnson, who ad- dressed the Court for about two hours in sup- port of the memorial. The cases eited upon which to ground the desired action of the Court were that of Stockton and Stokes against Ken- deli, that of Marbury Madison and Mrs. Deca- tur againet the Secretary of the Navy. The gist of the honorable gentlemen’s argument appeared to be that the function of ths Secre- tary of the Treasury .u respect to the cage in hand is simp!y ministerial, and in no manner or degree discretionary.—Intei!:.gencer Tae Distraict rx Conoress.—In the Senate, yesterday, Mr. Brown presented a pesties rom citizens of Washivgton, D.C , asking an appropriation for grading and paving Mary- land avenue, between t wert and the Potomac bridg: The memorials set forth that the condition of the avenue is one of great public igeonvenience and of especial injury to the owners of prop- erty residing on the same They say thei there is no mode by which that pavement can be adjusted to the proper grade except by an @ppropriatioa from Congress, the expense therest bei woperly chargeabie to the United States and not to the Corporation of Washington, unless the ccat be borne by the holders of property, which would be manifest- ly unjust, inasmuch as Congress undertook to grade the avenue, but left it in its present djs creditable condition, because of the insuff- ciency of the appropriation. Surrasonian Institcts —There will be no lecture to-night The lecture of John R. Thompson, Esq , editor of the “ Southern Literary Messenger,’’ upon ‘‘ European Jour- nals,’’ drew a large assemblage on Monday night. Inthe course of his able portraiture of that powerful but soulless journal, the Lon- don Times, a passing allusion of the lecturer to the famous *‘ Arrowsmith Hoax” elicited a heartiness of applause which igdjcated the relish with which Americans v' the fact of the ‘- great thunderer” being victimized ix its greedy ewallowing this series of astounding Munchauzenism to the discredit of this coun- 5 cuanee '—Asone of the burly bur- ghers of a sister city was enjoying the Christ- mes hospitalities of a friend not long sicce, he deposited on the mantie-shelf a carefully locked box, containiog a valuable model of a machine for dressing stone. The eyeniog was jovially passed, and when the vigitor lett he pugged his box beneath his arm, remarkigg that he ‘‘ took mighty good care of jr.’ But when, on the next moruing, he opened the box to exhibit its contents t& a friend, he found that some magician had eziracted the contents and Alled the box with a dark yg. cylinder, contuining a fluid substance Wie did put in that bottle? Wasr cae or Dainkine Eoe-Noee'—On Christmas day « woman named Taomas, who bad been capomng gn freely of egg-nogg, entered the house of an acquaintance on LIth Street, (Island,) and, without apparent provo- cation, drew a revolver from under her apron aad fired two loads at a young man named Peter Downey, scarring and blackening his face in the must borrible manner. Fortunately the pistol was loaded only with powder, else a feartul tragedy might have been the result. Pure Pictures at Gaurs’ Jeweiey Estan- utsuuest —In addition to the magnificent stock with which Messrs. Galt tempt the pub- lie, & collection of English landscapes, in water colore, by Philp, (of themselves enough to draw the attention of all our art-loving citizens,) cover the walls of their store, form ing a tout ensemble rarely surpassed even in the cities of Europe. Keerstearion or Nawes —To-day affords the last chance for the registry of names omitted upon the poll lists. An impression wails amongst some who have been dropped Fras the lists that they are required spl oe the school tax prior te being reinstated) This ja not the case. Ax ExpLanation.—The Intelligencer to-da republishes from the Union the late proceed- ings of the Jackson Democratic association with reference to the approaching inaugura- tion ceremony, the cali of ‘‘Wm. Selden, Chief Marshal,”’ on “ all who approve of the election of Buchanan and Erecknasgs to participate in the ceremonies, and the follow- ing card which, being thus republished, re- quires a few words from us: A CARD. To the Editors of the Union : Gentlemen : Permit me to say through your paper that the account given in the Star of Yesterday of the proceedings had at the Jack- son Democratic Association on Monday last is incorrect. I was not elected a8 marshal on the 4th of March next, but only nominated, and declined in favor of Ool. oer ae upon my nomination, was unanimously elect rs Respectfally, D. Rarcrurrg December 24, 1856. Insomuch as “‘ the account of the proceed- ings’’ referred to in this card was simply the tfisial report of them, with the name of D. Ratoliffe, as president, and the secretary who officiated on the occasion, appended to it, and was handed in over our counter by the latter in person for publication in the Star, no re- sponsibility for the error which Mr. Ratcliffe corrects restsonus. As, from the wording of this card, the casual reader might draw a dif- ferent conclusion, we deem this explanation due to our office. While we cordially agree with the Intelli- gencer that no more effective and appropriate chief marshal than Colonel Selden could have been selected, we have to add that the act of electing any chief marshal on the occasion in question, after the Association had been reg- ularly declared adjourned over to a day cer- tain by the officer filling the chair, was at least « broad farce, if not s fraud on the ab- sent members thereof; having no shadow of warrant either in parliamentary law or the rales governing their proceedings. Of course Col. Selden was in no manner responsible for it; as be was not present, knew nothing of his nomination or election, and takes no lot or part whatever in the squabbles for “position” that are at the bottom of the utter disregard cf decency and their rules, ending at times almost in fisticuffs on their platform, which have of late served to render the name of the Jackson Democratic Association a by-word of derision in this community, to the infinite mortification of such of its members as are in- disposed to see it used for any other than its original and legitimate purpose. Tus Nationa unper Perticoat GoveRrn- went!—It is a fact not to be got over, that the most successful theatrical managers have becn ladies—vide Madame Celeste, Miss Laura Keene, and others. This is rather a mortify- ing admission for us of the other sex; but it is a stubborn truth. and may as well be grace- fully conceded. Well then, Miss Fanny Mo- rant, charmingly known to fame, takes the reins, to-night, of theatrical management at the National, and all the whispers, inklings, hints, givings out, and shadowings-forth of new plays, new actors, &c., tend to the con- vietion that a brilliant theatrical campaign will be carried out by the fair lessee. e shall see! Amusements To Nigar. —Munder’s extra- brilliant soiree of to night will draw together all the young folks who wish to welcome the New Yearin with appropriatehonora A year begun with the prestige of innocent enjoyment may be counted on as @ year of happiness through all its 365 days to the participants, and we advise all who wish to start right in 1857 to visit Munder’s Metropolitan Hall to- night. be ball of the Active Association, Navy Yard, and of the Empire Club at Temperance Hall, already noticed in our columns, take Place to-night. Tay Opexixa Nigar oy taz Circus —We would refer our readers to the advertisement of the opening exhibition of the splendid equestrian troupe, in their new pavilion, corner of Seventh strect and the avenue, this evening. The company is said to surpass any in the Taion, and contains names of the high- esi celebrity in the niche of equestrian re- nown, among them the celebrated Madame Louise Tourniaire No doubt but a crowded house will be in attendance We shall speak more fully of this company to-morrow. ArgesteD.—This morning Officer Yeatman arrested D. P. Kurtz, who, at the last term, forfeited his bonds for appearance at Court. He was delivered into the custody of the Mar- shall. — Watca Returns.—Mary Burke (colored), improper conduct, reprimanded and dismissed; James Smith. George Dowe, Edward Solomon, Charles H Brown (colored), disorderly gath- ering, fined each $5 and costs; Thomas Dade, alias Pearce, beastly drunk, sent to jail as a runaway. U7 A Perfumed Breath.Who would baves Clesgreesbie breath, when, by using De La Cova's ov Tex Warts Wares Liccr asa Dentifrice, itcan be readered sweet, aud leave the teeth whiteas Alabaster? Pot * drop om your tooth-brush and wash the teeth night and morning. A BEAUTIFUL COMPLEXION may easily be acquired by using De La Cown's Batu or Tax Waite Watus Littr. It will remove tan, pimples, and freckles from the rkin, leaving pour on two or three drops, .—Wet your brash and pour on two or three drops of Dx La Coun's Batam oy Tae Waite Warr Linty, rub the beard well, and {t will makes beau- tifa) actt lather Price fitty vers. For sale by Charles Stott, Wash{ogton, and by drugcisie gecgral! Dec 31-tJan 13 I favor ia calling their attention . “Wecommend them to the at tention of prblic speakers, singers, and others who are troubled with ag man. “ mony from personal Pictorial. “ They ar tatering, in combination, fo general esteem amon; and elegect t.r4; foy edmt: al medicionl dubstasces bel yeictans fn treatment of Bronehisi affections.”"—Dr. G. F. Bigelow. Containing no opium or deleterious drags, these Lozeuges can be used freely by public «peakers and vocalists for clearing aud giving strength to the voice. Sold by all Druggiate. Oct 16-tf JAMES N. OALLAW, Agent. Fb rtant to the Ladies!—Dr. Du PONOO'S #atALE PLU.LS.—The combination of ingredi- cate In the Puls are less. Their eftcacy and merits ere based tpo: rectice of over thirt yesrt; and, where treed a, been strictly fol Iwas’ they have never fafled to correch ail irpegelyrities, relieys paiofu) and dificalt menstreation, (perticutatly,) as the ‘hey will cure the Whitos, aud remove hobetebese {yay cold, exposure or any causes; may be adefalty ga 5 Proven Call’ apon the agect, eud gat alar {57 partiesisrs free. Price $1 pee box, with full directtong. ‘Sold wholeasie and retail by OHAS. STUTT, Vraggist, Pex. Vonle e¥e, SAMUEL B. WAITS, 528 Seventh sirest, Washington, D. Ut . 8. £. OLISEL, Georgetown ; to whoa all orders mest be sent, aud the Pills will be sent confidentially, by mail, to ladies who euclose them one dollar. N, B.—See siguatare ou the box; tocounterfelitt ts for ery. Jor iw Step thet Barkin; —'* Take time by the foreloca,’ end cure that nol-y cough. Remove It or it will remove you, fot it cxige slowd tn every body's cars, © Make way for the Consumption.” Mrs inujad Balsam of Liverwort and Hosrbound will siignce its noises, stay its evil, and give you sweet repose fur your presen; sleepless nights. Mesers. Weoxs & Potter, No. 144 ton, General 7 Washington street, Bos: eute. For sale by W. H. Gilman, Charles ‘aimer, Z. D. Gilman, aud by Droggists geu- dec 30—1w. Up Brandreth's Pil Consumptive, Rheumatic, Costise, Li! q some day's use will Sod revewed strength an) life pervade every organ c{ their frames. Every dose makes the bioud nerves commence lu the arterie: Theee pills, a8 a frst effect, terial blood, {zcreasing the circulation, by which {mpu are deposited in ins, and they throw off such collec- tions inte the bo aac) » by the energy derived from Brandreth’s els them roy the ay# om. When firet need, the pille may occasion griping, aud o, en make the padiant feel worse; this must be borne with for the good io No great good is often achieved without ent, and this rule applies to the come ae ryards |. A cousecttive use for «few dgys Moet unbelieving of the great goud the pile are direcious ghould be carefally studied. If uuderswud ang followed, health aud vigor will, tm a majority of cageg, be eo cared Uy the use of BRaMD BETH'S Pits St % cents per box at 43 Gana) street, Brandreth w York; by T. W. Dyott & Sons, 132 norlk et, Philadelphia, and by mediciue dealers gener- nov 28—tf “MARRIED, the a4 r, by the Rev. Father Acon, Mr THOS. T YARNELL to Miss GEORGI- ANA BARNES, all of ils city > DIgD, On tue 20th December, after t and pain- fol ines, JAMES BUGHANAN aged months re Wl days, only son of Davia Christiana ines. The friends of the arp lly in- vited to attend his fanany on ‘Fineany, a 6 o'clock P >. from the residence of hi. parenis, corner of Pennsylvania avenue 4 street, First Ward. 5 — ae On the night of the 30th December, CHRIS: TIANA IDA, daughter of James C. and the late Janet Dellitt, in the 34 year of her age Bn the 30th December, DAVID KOUUN ES,aged ears. On the 29th December, MARGARET, daugh- ter of the late Alexander gn@d C, Witenaur, io the 7th year of her age. For Sale and Rent. RR F OR RENT—A NEW TWO-STORY aint street went, tear E ataer “men 8150 Ap. sts E ent $150 P- ply to W. 3. WOODBON, No, 382 13th street, near New Y ork avenue. den 31-21% POR RENT—A8 A BEDROOM—A LARGE, a neighborhood ee ven Secale uiet, at once very cent jet. and very convenient to the Post and ‘Patent Om: ces. dee 31.51% OMS FOR RENT —TWo LARGE PAR- with Bedrooms tent, furnished or un- furnished, on the corner of 16th and L streets Enquire at the Grocery Store dec 31-2 POR Ser aaraeat Lange FOR. ‘4 or sd out board, in a new three-: house near Kirkwood’s Apply at No. 534 12th street, a few steps below Penn. avenue. dec 31-eox* OR RENT—A COTTAGE HOU<E CON- taining seven rooms, handsomely situated on New York avenue, No. 162, and three squares frem and in full view of the Congressional rrint- ing Office [thasa fine flower garden and fruit trees. Apply to WM. POWELL, No 166 New York avenue, next door. dee 31-e03t* OR RENT OR SALE, IN THE FIRST WARD.—In a beautifal situation, on B, be- tween 20th and 2ist streets,a Brick House, con taining six rooms, with a large lot belonging. Persons wishing to view the premises can do 80 by applying to Mr. Jobn Clark, living op} te the property. For terms pply to ANDREW SMALL, No. 201 C street n » between Sth and 10th streets. dec 29-3t® ARMS FOR SALE—INTENDING TO cultivate a |: rt farm, the subscriber will sell the farm in Alexandria county, Virginia, on which he has resided for the past seven years. It contains 51 acres, and is situated near Balls <x Roads, 3% miles from the Georgetown Aqueduct, and 6 iniles from both Washingten and Alexar- dria. There are upon it a comfortable and well- arranged dweliing house, containing six rooms, with front and back covered porticos, the former comfortable house for large and convenient barn, with stabling for six horses and as man’ cows,and an ample cistern (attached to the barn; a root cellar under the barn, to hoid 2,000 bushels | of roots for market or stock feeding; ice house ; spring house ; smoke house ; corn house; a stone mrket root house, and a store house. Also, a good dairy mear the homestead door, from the never failing spring of which water is obtained for all the requirements of the cccupants. ‘There is also en the place an orchard of more than a thousand thrifty trees of different plantings, con- sisting of the choicest varieties cf peaches, ap- ples, pears, (dwarf and standard,) cherries and uinces. At present fourieen acres are seeded jown to wheat and rye; six in timothy, (yielding an average of at least two tons per acre,) four ina market garden; four in clover; twelve ready to be put in corn and oats in tae spring, and eleven in wood, of which there is an ample supply for all the purpeses of the place. ‘ihis farm has been cultivated with care and is very productive. no pains having been spared to render it remuner- | ative, and to make it complete in «Ii its appoint- ments. For a dairy man and market garden farmer, or 2 nui man, or for the country resi- dence of a person doing business in either neigh- boring city who prefers a place already in all respects bighly improved it is superior to any other now for sale. Also, THE BLADEN FARM, (60 acres) situ- ated within less than a quarter of a mile of the Columbia and Leesburg turnpikes. the former leading to Washington, and the latter to Alex- andria op pee is in the immediate vicinity of Baile’ # Roads (in Alexandria ceunty, Va .) and is about six miles from both cities named | above. It bas upon itan orchard ofabout 350 choke i Deach trees, most of them lately set out, a dwel- | ling house that can be made comfortable fora farmer’s family at small cost. some stabling, and one of the finest springs in a'l this region of country. There is wood encugh upon the tract | for its necessities. ‘I'here is no better soil within thirty miles of Washington than that of this Bla- den place; nor any such ce that can be ren- dered remunerative at Jess cost by proper atten- tion; tbe land being in fine heart at this time. For terms. for either or both these farms, which will b* made to suit the times, apply to dec 29 W. D. WALLACH, Star Office. QUITES OF ROOMS FURNISHED AND | unfuraished. Private Tables, &c., at 538 17th street, opposite the W: dec 27-2w* | RK RENT—THAT LARGE AND HAND. some three-story Brick House with back build- | ings, &c , &c , on the cornerof 14th and H streets. itis completely furnished throughout Posses- sion may be had immediately. Apply to E. E. WHITE & CO , Grocers, Louisiane avenue dec 26-tf NWO LARGE ROOMS SUITABLE FOR GENTLEMEN TO BE RENTED —-They also, can be Boarded in the house if desired. Applyto THOS POTENTINI, No 279 Penn. avenue, sonth side. dec 17 OR RENT —THE LARGE THREE Sto Brich House, situated on the corner of 12t and H streets, containing 10 Rooms. with Coal Cellar and Bath Room Inquie of JAMES W. BARKER, next door to the Lutheran C. ureh. nov 2-1f OR RENT —THE SECOND AND THIRD stories of the House over the Leather “tore of Mr. J.C. SHAFER, opposite the National Thea tre. Inquire on the premises. dec 10-e0tf OR SALE OR RENT.—THAT DESIRA- ble residence on F street, between 20th and ‘2st, for the last et yo occupied by the late iM. Chubb, E: ‘ossession given immedi- ately. Inquire of RIGGS & CO au 12-e0tf Nh FOUR-STORY Brick House, with fine ftabling and Car- riage house, sitnated on the corner of 16th and K streets. Possession given immediately Apply to JOHN ALEXANDER, No. 240 Penn. avenue dec 16-e0o3w OOMS FORK REN’ —T Wu LARGE, finely furnished Parlors and Bedrooms for rent, with or without. Board, at F LINT’S Hotel, near Union Office. dec 2-tJan1 A FIRST-CLASS RESIDENCE IN A GEORGETOWN DC, FOR RENT.—- The subscriber offers for rent ner late residence at the corner of Fayette and Fourth streets, Georgetown, immediately opposite the Convent of the Visitation. This is one of the largest and best finished houses in the District of Columbia. having ali the modern improvements contained iu tae dset-closs houses of the Northern cities There is attacheu a lange Gisitu ia the yard, carriage-house, and stable for several horses. A pump of the purest water in the immediate vicinity. The lccatity is Ligh end salubrious, and in a quiet and highly respectable neighborhood. Possession yiven linmediately. For further particulars inquire next door to the Peemants of Mrs. ANNE KR. OONEAL, te OR RENT. —THAT LARGE AND AIRY House on Penu avenue, between 6th ang 7ty streets, over A. Hooyer & Sou’s Shoe Store, suita- ble fora first-class Boarding-House. Lt is now padergotn ecomplete repaiz. Possession given immediatay. inquireof A. HOOVER & BON, south side of Peun. evenue, between 6th and 7th streets. oc 30-tf R. P. JACKSON, ATTOKNEY AT LAW, Vifice No, 155 Bridge street, Geergetowu, ILL ATTEND Tu CASES IN ‘THE CIR- cult Court and the Court of Claims; to the examina‘ion of Titles to Property. the investment of Money in Real Estate, Conveyancing, and all other business requiring the services of an At: torney. dec 26-2w ALLOONS, DOLLS, GAMES, ENGRAV- AD ings. &c., _at McLAUGHLIN « COvSs. JOHN F. ENNIS, ‘TOKNEY AT LAW AND CUOMMIS- A stoner of the U, 8 Court of Clalins for the District of Cotitnyis. i Ottice No 22 Lonistana avenue dec 27-10t i EAUTIFUL PAPIER MACHE WORK Boxes, Desks, Folios, Albums, Card Trays, Card Re eivers. &c., &c , for sale !ow at No. 20, vetween th and “th sts. dec 27 ‘H J.MoLAUGHLIN & CQ. Soa EW OFFICIAL CUNGRESS DIS EC- TURY: containing the Nam # and Resi- dences of Senators and Members of the bouse of Mepresentatives for the present session ef Con- gresy, and other valueble information Just pub. sted by TAYLUR & MAURY, dec 27 Bookstore near 0th street. JPECIAL NOTICE.—THE SUBSCRIBER having made some important changes in his business, it becomes absolutely necessary that all unsetued accounts should be closed either by cash or notes atshort dates With this view, all rsons hav! bilis with him will have them sare previous to the lgt of January, the hope thal‘they Will ve promptly respo , and save bim the expense and annoyance of resorting to other means of eoliection JAS. C. McGUIRE, dec 27-6! Auction and Commission Merchant, INCE MEAT!—MINCE MEAT.—AN- other lot of qur MINGE MEa‘y. LING & BURCHELL, déc2a- Gomer Vermont ave. and 15th VENISON. A PEW SADLES VERY HANDSOME VEN, ISON just from the mountains. KING & BURCHELL, dec 20 corner Vermont averfue and Sth st. UY WOUR HOLIDAY GOODS of B AS 16 MCLAUGHLIN & CQ. AUCTION SALES. By WALL, BARNARD & CO , Anetioneers. G©OKS, BOOKS, AT AUCTION.—We will commence Pratt’s nineteenth annual sale of Booke at Store No. 370, under Browns’ Hotel, lately occupied by T. Galligan & Co., on SAT- URDAY EVENING, 3d Instant, at 6X o'clock, and will continue evening until the whole sicck is disposed of. This is the largest and bestselected of any stock of Books sold in this city for years. Mr. Pratt has had twenty years’ experience inthe business, and selected this stoot from the New York and Philadelphia trade sabs especially for this market. All Books warranted perfect and sold without reserve Fine editions of Standard Works in great variety of binding, English and American editions Books at private sale du theday WALL, BAKNARD& CO, dec 1-4 Auctioneers. Te MERCHANTSAND OTHERS. HE UNDERSIGNED TENDERS HIS Ser- viees as Collector, and to execute any deserip- tion of writing with neatness and dispatch. Bills entrusted to him will receive prom) tention and immediately upon the pt of mon- ey. returns will be made Orders ey be left at the Stationery Store of Wm. P. Baviy, Pennsyivania avenue, between 11th and 12th streets, or at my residence 10th, be tween G and Hi streets dec 97-6t JAMES F. TUCKER. NEW YEARS’ GIFTS FUR THE LADIES. ADAME PRIBRAM & DAUGHTER GIVE their thanks to the ladies of Washing- ton and its vicinity for their patronage, aud Inform them that they have received a fine. stock of Velvet and Fancy BONNETS, anda newatyle of HEAD-DRESSES, which they in tend to sell for gifts, et cost price’ They also havea portion of very handsome Bonnets, from $250 to 5. No. 277 Pa. avenue, between 10th and llth sts. dec 27-tistJan SPECIAL NOTILE, WP\408E OF OUR CUSTOMERS WHO have accounts with us are notitied that they aremade off and will be rendered to the 3ist in- staat We doearnestly request that they will come forward as early as possible and se! by casa, or notes at short dates, as itis very impor- tant that all accounts should be closed to Ist Jar - at- uaty. “We take this occasion to return our thanks to these many customers who buy liberally of us for cash, and those who pay their bills promptly, and hope to merit their increasing confidence and liberal paironene by giving our strict attention to business, and keeping constantly in store a well zssorted stock of goods of the best class. To those who do not settle their bills promptly, when requested to do so. we shall discontinue. COLLEY & SEARS, dec 27-6t 528 7th st., 3 doors north Pa. ave. PIANO PURTE TUNING, F. DENNIS, TUNER AND REGULATOR Ud of the Piano Forte, from Chickering & Sons, Boston, leave to call the attention of the public to the following recommendations from ‘Thalberg and Gottschalx : This is to certify that! can with great confi- dence recommend Mr BF. Dennis as a superior tuner of the Plano Forte. The Grand Piano used by me at my concerts in this city was tuned by Ms B. F. Dennis. and, in my opinion, he is fully capable of sustaining his present position, as one that thoroughly understands his profes- ston. Washiigton, December 26th. S. THALBERG. i certify that Mr. B. F. Dennis is an excellent inner of the Piano, and most competent in reg- uating pianos. Itaffords me great pleasure to recommend him most particularly to tbe public and the profession L. GOTTSCHALK. Washington, December 22d. {[5™ Orders to be left at R. Davis’ Music Store, iennsylvania avenue. ONE DOLLAR! DAGUERREOTYPES § AMBROTYPES, IN NEAT CASES, FOR HOLIDAY PRESENTS, will be made at VANNERSON'’S GALLERY, tntil the First of January. PATENT AMBROT} PES, in Fine Silk, Velvet lined Cases, from $2 to $15. VANNERSON’S GALLERY, (OVER Lane & Tucxxen’s) dec 26 Iw* No 424 Penna. avenue. — OTICK.—WESHALLAS USUAL, PRIOR to the Ist of January, make an indiscriminate issue of ail open accounts on our books up to the zsth instant Those who prefer not to have them sent to them will find their bills re-dy for deliv— ery atourdesk It is hoped that all will without delay settle Ihe same, according to the terms on which their purchases were made dee 22-10t CLAGETY, DODSON & SON. NOW RECEIVING, ANY NEW AND DESIRABLE GOODS for the present season, which we sball run oif at greatly reduced prices. As special bargains ‘we name — 100 pieces rich Fancy Dress Silks 6 do blue, brown, purple and black Moire Antique Silks 5 do rich strip'd, plain and fg’d Bi’k Silks » do black, brown and b.ue wide Silk Vel- vats ly do more of the same sort rich I-ustre Plain Black Siiks, at our usuzl low prices 3 pieces superior plain Black Mourning Silks. With many Fancy Gco%s, to which we ask the attention of citizens and strangers to examine be- fore making their purchases. COLLEY & SEARS, dec 22-eo2w 323 7th st , 3 doors north Pa. av. RAKE CHANCE, HE SUBSCRIBER HAVING DETERM- ined to retire from the Dry Goods Tredeoffera his entire stock for sale upon easy torras. ‘The stand is the oldest estaiisned in the town, sng a large ana profitable business has always been and can still be done in it The stock is composed of Staple Goods, and is now light. To any person of energy with small means, tais presents a rare opportuniiy for Sry odd J E CARTER, Bridge street, Georgetown KR. VAN PATTEN, DENTIST, PRE- seuts the compliments of the season to lis friends and patrons and begs those in arrears for services rendered to cali st ibeir carliest convent - ence ang astti¢, after which hg wil! ve pleased to serve theia agaia. Odice at his residence, No. 10 Yernsylvania avenue, near George‘own. deo 20—dllt LL UNSETTLED ACCOURTS WiLL be presented to our customers, without dis- tinction, by the Ist of January, when we earnest ly hope that each and every one havin accounts with us will call and settle without del ay. WALL & STErHENS, No. 322 Pa. ayenwe. bet. th and 10th sts. dee 29-3 (Intelé News; Qeecrat NOTICE.—THE SUBSCRIBER finds itabsol utely necessary that all his friends, Patrons and customers in general, who are ia- debted to hia:, will call and cettle, either by cash or notes at short dates, their accounts by the 3lst instant. Hoping that by promptly responding to the above notice, they willsave him and jhew- selves expenses and annoyancos ‘>y resorting to other means of collect! di itkaMann H. VOss. “: = * « © 8 * © THK STAR REPORTS ALL KIGH® ! ALL AT LEVY’S, Na. 36% PA. AVENUE, opposite Wational Hotel, where you will find she following fine articles— Fresh selected Figs and Maccaroni Layer and Bunch Raisins Fine soft and bard shell Almonds Nantz Currants, Sweet Oi! Fancy boxes of Prune Stem and Pig Prunes. Port Wine P ure Juice Madeira Wine Sweet and Dry Malaga Wine 100 boxes of ‘fallow Candles, 6’s and 8's. N B—My customers who have unset- tied accounts ((o U podem dunning} ill please call and settle thetr bills which are now Teady to receipt, and be ready for te now com! dec £7 lw uce 24. e07t ing year. JONAS P. LEVY, Wine, Liquor and Groceries, seed ee 367 Penn. avenue. SELLING CFF. (HOARS—OtGaye ! ¥HAWLS—SHAWLS!! HOSIERY—HOSIERY !!! The subscriber is determined to close out his entire stock of CLOAKS and SHAWLS by the 24th of January, to accomplish which he will sell of ata small advance His of Cloth Cloaks cannot be equalled by any assortment elsewhere in this District. His Velvets are superb. F. A. McGEK, dec 29.20t 244 Pa.ave., bet 12th and i3th sts. rrr AST OFF CLOTHING BOUGHT AND a sold at 76 Louisiana avenue, opposite the Hay arket NB. Willcall forthom by addressing as above through Post Omioe. dee Micolme COAL—CUAL—COAL F ALL KINDS AND OF THE BES? quality always on hand, at JOHN W. MYERS & Co. Yard corner @ and @2d streets, First Ward. dec 16-tf UST RECEIVED FROM TH PUB lishers—A papemis, View of Old Independ- dec -lw ence Hail, Philade:phia. For sale cheap, framed or otherwise, 4 JOHN WAGNEx’s, dec 22.110, avenue. AUCTION BALES THIS AFTERNOON AND TO-MORROW. By JAS C. Mc6UIRE, Auctioneer (AtaLocur SALE OF A VAST AS- semblage of Excellent, Usefal, and Or- namental beeks and from L ft Prints. just received den. E ist, comme! precise! at the auction rooms, T eball sell, without reserve, g valuable invoice ‘of London Books and Prinis, just received from the celebrated Edward Lum- l-y; comprising works on Divinity, the Arts, Sciences, History, Belles | et- tres Anatomy, Wrage Surgery, Voyages, Travels Grammers, &c. In Greek, Latin, Freneb, Arabic, Hebrew, and German. Also, works on Architecture, Antiquities. Mathematics, Mus!* Drawing, Astronomy, Poetry, Zoology, Fiction Ornamental 1)lustrations, graphy, Astrology Metaphysies. the Drama. Painting, Soniptere Education, Elocution, Writing, Army, vA &e. Sale peremptory, without regard to weather or Terms cash. Catalogues may be had by gre os the auc- tion rooms. JAS. C. McGUIRE,, dec 2-4 Auctioneer By WALL, BARNARD & CU , Auctioneers. ARGE SALE OF CHOICE FAMILY Groceries, Cigars, &c., at Auctien.--On FRIDAY MORNING, January 2, at 10 o’rlock, ‘we will sell, atour Auction Rooms, a choice as sortment of Family Groceriex, ac. We name ia Imperial, Gunpowder, and Black Teas Go bates brows wa Palm Sea 20 boxes Monld and Adsmantine Candies 30 boxes Sa eratus, Chocolate, and Ulives xu doz. Buckets and Brooms 30 boxes Macearoni aud Vermicell! 15 boxes (25 [bs each) Figs 25 edd Starch and Indigo Blue ‘90,000 Cigars 20 boxes pee. 75 bundles Paper 78 doz Blue and Bisck Ink in boxes 5 barrels Vinegar. baskets Olive Oll 20 kegs pure White Lead, &c. With many other articles in the grocery line not here enumerated. Sale positive. Terms at sale WALL, BARNARD & CO., dee 3)-dts Auctioneers By WALL. BARNARD & CO, Auctioneers. XTENSIV E SALE OF BRANDIES, W hiskeys, and Jamaica Spirits, at Auc- tion, (on 2 and 4 months’ credit.)—On FRI- DAY MORNING, Janvary 2d, at 10 o’el we Will sell, at our Auction Rooms, a re ment of choice Otard Brandies, Whiskey, Ja- maica Spirits, &c 4}; Cass fine Otard Brandy 3x do do 1\ caskCognac do 2 cask Pinet do 1 & cast old Jamaica Spirits 2 barrels old fourth-proof Gipson’s Whiskey 2 do old Monongahela Whiskey 25 demigohns (1, 2, and 5 gallons) old Rye Whis k ey The attention of hotel keepers, restaurants, and others is respectfully invited to this sale, as the articles are of excellent quality, and must be sold withuot reserve. ‘Terms: $30 and under, cash; over that amount acredit of two and four months, for notes satis- factorlly endorsed bearing interest WALL, BARNARD & CO dec 30-dts Auctioneers. By JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auctioneer. SURNITURE AND HOUSEROLD F¥F- fects at Public Auction.—-On MONDAY MORNING, January 5, at 10 o’clock, at the resi- denceof A.J. Bently, Esq , No.368 Kighth street west, between K and L streets north, I shall sell all his furniture and effects, comprising — Mahogany hair spring Tete-a-tete Nofa, Rocker aud Parlor Chairs Marble-top Centre ‘Table, Window Shades Eandsome colored Engravings in gilt frames Gilt Candelabras, Mantel Vases, Lamps Cane and wond-seat Chairs, Lounge Mahogany Secretary and Book Mantel Clock, Dintng and othes Tabies Three-p y and Ingrain Carpets, Oilcloth Hair Carpeting. Rugs and Mats Go d-vand Tea Set, Granite Dinner Ware Glassware Castors, Table Cutlery Mahogany French and Cott: Bedsteads Dressing and Plain Bureaus, Wardrobe Washstands, Toilet Sets, Spittoore Husk and Cotto attresseg, boisiers and Pillows Comfort, Blen Sheets, &c Superior Walnut Swing Crib, one do. on castors Cook: Stove, excellent air-tight Chamber Stoves Tin Safe, Tubs, Kitchen Tables, &c. About two cord< of wood Terms: $20 and under cash ; over that sum a credit of 60 and 90 davs. for sati: lorsed notes, bea: ing interest” —a dec 29-4 JAS. C. McGUIRE, Auct. UL The house is for rent. Inquire of the euction- eer, By BONTZ & CUOMBB, Auctioneers. _ vi ine USTE®’S SALE OF EXCELLENT Well-kept Furnitwre at Public — By virtue of a deed of trust duly re- corded, &c , { snail sell, on FRIDAY. January 2d, s€87, at 10 o’c.ock a. m, at No. 483, on Mas- sachusetts avenue, between 4th and Sth - treets, (the flag will designate the house,) a large and general assorticent of excellent Furniture and Household Effects, consisting in partas follows : 1 dozen solid mahogany spring seat Chairs 2 mahogany spring-seat Tete-a-Tetes Mahogany Sofas and Lounges Marble-top Pier Table and Ornamental Frame Mirrors Castor Chairs and Rocking Chairs Hat Rack and Whatnot aehegeny, Walnut, Jemay Lind, and other Bed- stead« Walnu: satension and other Tables Marble-top and other Bureaus Marble-top Centre Tables, Card Tables Cane and wood seat Chairs Bo do Rocking cdo Beds, Bolsters and Pillows, Mattresses A large lot o# Carpeting, Otleloth, &c. Cockiug and other Stoves Comforts, Blankets, Sheets, Pillow Cases, &c. Handsome Window 8 ades Writing Desk, Mahogany Frame Mtrrois A large and genosal assortment of China, Glass, and Crockery Ware Together with many articles too numerous to meation. The above furniture has all been purchased in the last sixty days, free from any injury, and the sale is wy ll wor'hy the attention of housekeepers and others. ‘ferms: All sums under $30 cash ; over $30, a credit of 30, €0, and 90 days, fox notes satisfac. torily endorsed, bearing interest 4. W. BAUPTMAN, Trustee BONTZ & COOMBS, Aucts. dec 29-4 ny WALL, BARNARD & CU., Auctioneers. A hyped partie SALE OF BRICK HOUSE and Let in the First Ward at Public Auction. — On TUESDAY AFTERNOON, January 13th, at 3% o'clock, in front of the prem- ises, by virtue of a deed of trust dated May 14, 1853, and duly recorded la Liber J. A.8S., No. 104, folios 134, 134, and 136, one of the land cords for Washingtoa county, we will sell. the Nortneza part of lot No 12, in square 116, front- ing ie fect on 20th strect west, between Mi aud N streets, and running beek 74 feet to an alley. ‘The Lot covtains 1184 feet, more or less, with the ap eee ooasisiing of a comfortable Brick House Terms: Uae-third cash; the remainder tn six 32d éweive months, bearing interest, and secured by a deed of trust on the poberty. B.W. REED, ‘Vrustee. WALI, BARNARD & CO, m Auctioneers. BM ARSHAL'S SALE.—IN VIRTUE OF A writ of fleri facies, issued from the Clerk’s tice of the Circuit of the District of Columbia for the County of Washington, and to me direet- ed, [ shall expose to public sale, for cash. in front of the Court-houre door of said County, on MON- DAY, the 12th day of January next, 1957, at 12 o’clock m., all defendaut’s right, tite, claim and interest in and te Lot No. 6, in Square No. 55: as laid down on the plat of the city of Washir wn, D C , together with all and singular the im- rovements thereon, seized and levied upon as the property of ‘Andrew Bothwell, and will be sold to ints Jadi-isis, No. 331, to October term, 1956, Alfzed Obapman rs Andrew Both- well. 3. D. HOOVER, Marsha dee 1/-ts _ for the District of Columbia i SALE.—IN VIRTUE OF writ of fieri facias, issued from the Clerk's Ottice of the Circuit Court of the District of Oo- lumbia. for the county of Washington, and to me directed, I shali expose to public sale, for cash in front of the Gourt-Rouse door of said county, at {2 q’cloek m ,on WEDNESDAY, tue 7th day of January, 1857, all defendant’s right, tive, claim, and interestin and to Lot No. 10, in Square No. 258, together with ail and singular the tm- Provements thereon, seized and levied vpon as the pro) of Aliisog Nalior, and will be xold to satisty Judiciai, No. 170, to March term, 1855, Bauk of Metropolis vs. Allison Natlor J. D. HOOVER, Marshal dec 13-ts for the District of Columbia MANUAL QF Ee IN WASE- INGTON, —_— MANUAL IS INDISPENSADLE To M of Co. and strangers sojourn. ing in Washington. Every Irdy ord gentleman should have a co) y. Just pablished and for sate at the Book Stand tn the Capitol, and at the boox stores in Washington. dec 23-1m BAskets, BASKET STANDS, CABAS, Satchels, Portmonies.—Tears will be shed ‘when some learn what they have lost by not buy presents at "5 FRANOL3. TELEGRAPH _ NEWS. FROM THE ASSOCIATED PRESS. BY HOUSE PRINTING TELEGRAPH. ARRIVAL OF THE FULTON, Feur Days Later from Eurepe, New York, Dee. 31.—The steamship Fal- ton from Havre and Southampton 17th ins , has arrived. The steamship Hermann had back to from Boston and Southampton, in a damaged condition Halifix. arrived at Liverpool on the 14th, and The steamship Ni: the City of Washington, from Phi on the eth, There is no confirmation of the ofthe arrival of the captain and fifteen of the pas senvers by the Lyonnaise at Bordeaux. { * are threatened between Spain and Prussia, Persia fcrmaily accepts the Hnglish deciara- tion of war. ‘The British have taken the isiands of, Or- wus and Kerack, in the Persian Gulf. ~ The Russians have retaken Soujouk-Kaleh after a desperate resistance on the part of the Cirenssians The steamship Washington touched et South- «upton on the 14th inst. en route for Bremen ‘The Hermann put back to Southampton op the 14th inst , with a broken shaft Her matis and passengers were transferred to the Fulton. The Arctic exploring ship Resolute was at Cowes She had been visited by Queen Vio- toria, accompanied by the royal family, the American consul, and American officers in port, and a large number of distinguished personages. All the American offivers who ‘rent out in the Resolute have been invited tu he Qaeou’s palace in the Isle of Wight. COMMERCIAL. The Liverpool cotton market was firmer, but quotations were without change—sales of two ays 15.000 bales, of which 4.000 were on speculation and icr export. The market closed firm. Messrs. Richardson, Spence & Co. quote Sreadstuffs generally dull and lower. Wheat ivd declined 2d; red 8sa8e91 ; white OsaQs6a. our had declined 64; Western Canal 3isa3is ; Saltimore and Philadelphia 3lea32s64 ; Obio S4sa35s Corn had declined. Provisions were very dull, and without change in prices ihe London money market wae anch: Console for money closed at 934a932. Fire at Paterson, N. J. Paterson, Dec. 31 —Eight stores, on Main ‘reet, were burnt last night, together with heir entire contents. They were occupied for the eale of dry goods and fancy articles, and cutained upwards of a dozen tenants. Sew- ers! buildings in the vi y were also in- sured. The ioss is stated et $50,000. Relic of the Lyonnaise. 31.—The brig Beauty, ar- reports on her oatward having picked up a boat containing « cask of water, and a life buey marked “ Lyonnaise;”” also « white shirt and a fine cambric handker- hief. marked ‘'L E. * Political _5¥RacUsE, Dec, 30 —The Convention of the North Americans which was beld here to-da: adopted steps preliminary to # reunion wit! the American party. Arrival of the Kangaroo. PaiLapgraia, Dec. 31 —The screw steam- ship Kangaroo, from Liverpool 17th instant, has been signalled off Cape Island. Non-Arrival of the Niagara. Hauivax, Dec. 3\.—No signs of tae steam- ship Mingare, Bow eleven days out from Liy- erpuol New York Markets. New York, Dec. 31 —Breadstuffs are dull. Flour unchanged; sales of 2,500 bbis.; State $6a$6 35; Southern $6.90a$7 45. W heat is drooping but unchanged; sales 8,000 bushels; white S1.76a$1.78 ce is “An ctining; sales of 9.000 bushels; mixed 70c., white and yellow 74c. Pork is firm at $20 for mess. Beef istteady at $14 50a$14.75 for new repasked Chi Lard is very dull and lower; 12%¢ im bbls. Whieky is lower; Ohio 27e. Financial. New York, Deo. 31 —Stocks are dull bat firm; Chicage and Rock Island 94; Illineis — cite do. bonds 973; Mi Southern 87]; York Cenral 933; Pennsylvani Coal Co 100; Reading 864. ” Sterling exchange is dull. re PHILBRICK is Here Again! (From 37> snd 379 Brosdway, New York,) BOOKS AND PRESENTS. At the Old Stand, under Dexter's Hotel, corner of _ Seventh street and Louisian: avenue, HE WILL OPEN THIS DAY, : AN IMMENSE STOCK, sees gpa fe largest and most valuable es- sortment of BOOKS ever offered in this city, consisting of a splendid selection of Standard Works tn all the departments of ancientand mod ern Setence, Literature and Art Uur GIFT BOOKS includ- every vari ip supero, unique and costly bindings, lustrated . A PRESENT, worth from 25 Cents te $100, will’ be given (im mediately after the eale) to the purchaser of every Book for which we receive $1 or more. ‘ Kech purcnaser cf @ Book will be requested to select a SEALED ENVELOPE containing the name of one of the list of presents which may be found in our small bills UF-5 per cent of all our net receipts will be placed in the bends of His Honor the Mayor of Washington, to be distributed for the benefit of the Poor of the city We sell our Books invariably as low as they can be bought anywhere, and in many cases 25 per cent cheay We elve ail who buy our Books handsome Presents, but we wish It distigctly understooa that no purchaser of 1 Book will have any valia claim upon us fore Pre-ent,—the only considera- tloa we receive is the money for our Books. All we ask or accept for the Presents we give is the (hanks of the recipients and their influence in aldicg us to dispose of our stock. We extend a cordial invitation to our o'd friends aad patrons, and the citizens generally, to cail and see us at THE OLD STAND, under Dexter's Hotel, (corner of Seventh street and Louisiana avenue,) | % of the Red F lag and Gift Bookstore dec 26-1f ‘TY. PHILBRICK, Agent N GIFT BOOK SALE. OW OPEN AT No. 4 LOUISIANA AVE... streets, with a splendid assortment of BOOKS a inducements are offered to insure a rapid oe of each book at the time eg win opposite Centre Market, between 7th and Sth and GIFTS for tne holidsys A present worth from %5 cents to $60 Books sold as low as usual prices, many for Gur stock comprises a great variety, and em- braces most all branches of literature ‘The public are invited to call and examine ovr method of selling Books and giving awa, Ooid and Silver Watches, Gold Lockets, encils, Kar- rings, —— Parlor Timepieces, &e , &c Principai $ 408 Broadway, New York. dec 22-ta* EVANS & CO. TU CONFECTIONERS. paorseats WILL BE RECBKIVED UN- Ul the Ist day of februsry next for the exelu- sive privilege of selling conactionery and other refreshments (except intexicaling Orinks) at the third bxbibitton of the Metropulitan Mechanics? Institute, to be opened on the 24 and close about the ith of March next. “Phe bidder must sgree to fit up the space allot. tcd to bim ina creditable style and in barmsny ith the geneval decoration o/ the ball. He must alse give satisfactory evidence of bis ability to furnish articles of the best quality Address the unde: signed , Superintevdent of the Exhibition, at his office, 401 F street. cor of 7th dec 27-eotFebl CHAS. F STANSBURY —$$ F gilded AND aba cog KNIVES, very ‘Tablet, Sewiog Birds, Seissers in cases, Packet Kuives, cheap, at FRANCIB’s, ” dec 3 Seventh street. DENTISTRY. W. McGEE, DOCYOR OF DENTAL iroself J. EUROKSY, bas located bi permartly in this city & graduate of the Baltimore Caliex: . £ Dentel #urgery, and hes bad over iwelve vears practice of bis father, Dr McGee ‘« Office removed to the residence Rev T. McGee, (for the piesent,) Sih street, be- twen t and K streets doc tim NEW years PRESENTS, 4 dec 27 MoLaA at UGHLIN’S,