Evening Star Newspaper, September 20, 1858, Page 1

~ ’ ot ™ PUBLISHED EVERY AFTERNOON, (SUNDAY EXCEPTED,) , AT THE STAR BUILDINGS, — Corner Pennsylvania Avenue Eleventh St., By W. D. WALLACH;: |; Papers served in packages by carriers at Siayear, ‘of St cents ber month. ‘To mail subscibers the seb- scription price is $3 0a year, in advance; $2 "\X months ; $1 for three months; and for less than three menths at the rate of 12 cents a week. Single Copies, one cent: in wrappers, two cents. ADVERTISEMENTS (of eight lines to the square) ins®rted three times for $1; every other day or semi- weekly, 25 per cent. advance ; once 8 week, @ Per cent. advances, THE MADMAN’'S RUSE, BY EMERSON BENNETT. In the good old days tang syne, before had rail cars runping at sixty wiles an hour, and saan dena. 9 generally—when the then ten-mile an hour stage coach was the t im- stitution of the country—people who traveled did not sit and look savage at their neighbors, but never so gram and surly at home, grew soviable and talkative—laughed, told Stories, listened to others—and conducted themeelves as human bein, should, who, if not by ear or coach, are all travelers on the highway of life. , +B one of these whilom conveyances, in which i had taken passage, there was, among an in- side full of travelers, an elderly, dignified look- ing gentleman, who seemed contented to lean quietly back, and silently but attentively listen to the conversation of the others, as they told their stories, anecdotes or jokes, or discussed politics or religion, or nettled each other with sharp repartees. _Atlength, by an easy and natural transac- tion, the conversation turned upon insanity, and then Mr. Brown and Mr. Smith got inte an argument as to what and where should be the exact line of demarcation between a man of sound mind and oae xox compos mentis. As the debate on this subject waxed warm, and | iced with some very curious and original speculations of the two disputants, the elderly gentleman foused up with a look of in- terest, and, speaking almost for the first time, ‘quietly observed that there were many cases of confirmed insanity in which the line between reason and lunacy could not be drawn at all, ‘except when the affected person was touched upon some one peculiar subject. Mr. Brown, who had the other side of the question—and who contended that all ineane men could at once, and at all times, and under all circumstances, be detected by look, voice, janguage and manner, either severally or col- lective! 'y— instantly denied the pine’ de and requested the gentleman to give any respect- able authority in support of his Position. * “I can give.you my own experience,” re- plied the other ——? “ Why, you are not an insane man, are you, eur ?’’ inquired Mr. Brown, with a wink at his ar Ses _ ‘* {tis just possible I may be in your estima- tion,”’ smiled the elderiy gentleman; “for it is one of the peculiarities of certain monoma- niacs to suppose everybody insane except them- selves.” “Very sharp and very pretty, sir!’’ said Mr. Brown, getting rather red in the face ; ** but still ridicule is not argument ; and as you have started “yen the premises which I deny 24 toto, sir, should like to see you sustain Yourself by respectable authority, sir '!—for I always go in for respectable aut! ority in all tters of—of—a—in short—of this nature, sir '”’ “* Well, suppose I give you the authority of Dr. Maxwell or the it Insane Asylum?” said the other. “That is good, sir'’’ replied Mr. Brown, condescendiogly. ‘Dr. Maxwell I consider very respectable authority indeed, in all m: ters pertaining to insanity. But then, sir! bear in mind, sir'’’ said Mr Brown; warming up and wiping the Lgsagerseng from his fore- he: “understand, sir, that I do not agree to take the doctor seeond-hand—ob, no sir! Pro- duce him, sir! i propria persona, sit'!—set him right here before me. in his own proper person, sir '—and then, if he will vouch for the truth of your assertion, I will yield the point sir: and acknowledge myself a—a—ah - mis- taken, sir!’ *- Very well,’ smiled the venerable gentle- Man, “as you are not disposed to take my au- thority second hand, suppose you take it first hand! I myself am Dr Maxwell, of the *# 74% Insane Asylum.” At this announcement Mr. Brown turned all sorts of colorsexcept white, and we all evjoyed a hearty laugh at his expense. “To prove my point,’ pursued the doctor, when the merriment had subsided, “let me tell you of a rvse that was played upon me by an insane man, and then show me, if you can, wherein that man, in carrying bis point, lacked the cunning, sagacity and reason of the sound- est man you know of—yourself fur instance.’’ ‘The story I refer to is this : “Some years ago, as I was one day sitting in my office turning over the records of the es- tablishment, I was interrupted by the entrance of a tall, spare, intellectual looking gentleman, neatly dressed in black, who, in a very bland and dignified tone, inquired if he could be per- mitted to speak with the superintendent of the institution “<I am the person you seek, sir,’ I modestly replied. “ ‘Ab, yes," he rejoined; ‘I am very ha to know you. Dr. Maxwell, I presume.’ eer ‘The same, at your service. ““My name,’ he pursued, ‘is Williams— Francis Williams—and I also have the honor of having M.D. attached. I ama practicing physician, sir, in a neighboring town, and have called to see you on some business connected with wy profession.’ .*Lrepliel that I was very happy to make his acquaintance—that his name was not un- familiar to me, even if his face was. Le bow- ed, expressed bimself highly gratified at the fact that I had ever heard the name of one so humble and obseure as bimeelf, and then pro- ceeded to state his business. “The case I wish to bring to your notice, Doctor,’ he said, ‘is arathercurious one. Have you ever seen a man who was perfectly sane on every subject except one?’ _ “Often, Dr. Williams—often, sir,’ I replied in my blandest tone. “‘*Ab!” he rejoined ‘I am pleased to hear it, because you will have less difficulty in under- standing the merits of the case in question. You see, Doctor, I have a — very re- spectable man, indeed, and longing toa very respectable family—who, [am Satisfied, is quite Jasane—quite a subject for this institution— but only on one point, and that is—pardon me if I consider it a serious one—he thinks himself no other than your most obedient servant, and —ha! ha'—that I myself am insane, and should be placed in here for safe keeping. Q iite a joke, no doubt you think.’ “Not ap uncommon case, Dr. Williams,’ I replied. “Bat one that can be cured? eh, Doctor?’ he inquiringly rejoined. “I trast so—I hope so.” “*Well, so friends think, and having heard mach of = and your valuable institu- tion here, they have deputed me tocall and see You on the matter, and to know if it would be agreeable to you to receive Mr. Hubbard—that is his name—as a patient ”” “* Certainly,’ said I, ‘and I shall be bappy to de all I can for him, and no doubt, with pro- per care, I shall soon be able to effeot # com- Piete cure. ‘** Well, there is another point, doctor,’ be =: “he would have « perfect dread of ing incarcerated in an insane asylum, but 1 thought I could, by haviog an understanding with you, so manage it that we might ride out together and come hither—merely on a visit, to inspect the piace, you understand—and once here, and while passing through the dif- ferent apartments. to me you might readily turn the lock upon him in the one where you would like to have bim remain.’ ~f replied that nothing would be easier— that we had many times taken in ients in the same way, and frequently wi t their ever seeming to comprehend that there had been any trick played upon them. “Well, then,’ replied the doctor, ‘ we will consider the matter fally ar . Histri who are wealthy, will settle ae ale ask a Bat you must bear in mind his one insage idea, tor he will persist in telling you that he is Dr Williams, and that Lam Mr. Hubbard, bis in- sane patient; and should be comprehend that this is an institution for those who are non compas mentis, be will very likely insist upon my being locked up, instead of him.’ ~-Ob, Ll understand all that perfectly,’ I replied. ‘Rest assured, doctor, we know our = “ POWAH ff VOL. XII. business here. If you only succeed in getting him here without trouble, pledge myself you shall have no tcouble with him afterward.’ “We conversed for a few minutes longer—he expressing himself delighted with the buildin and grounds, and remarking that he would hand me the necessary papers when he came with his patient ; and then, with the ho he should soon have the pleasure of seeing me again, he took his leave. “Tt w. Wiles onan day ge this iliams jared, in, h tient with himn—a pea eon eae intelligent looking man, with nothing about him to indicate his disorder, except a restless- eye, which, being a close observer, mediately detected. The doctor at once gave me a look, which I construed into a sign that I was not to appear to know him, and then watching his opportunity when his Pi tient was looking another way, he said, ina whisper: “* Please bumor him, Doctor, and not let him suspect that we have conversed before. If he should assert himself Dr. Williams, and call me Mr. Hubbard, you understand it is all right!’ vs Fertaotiy parties, Doctor,’ I replied. Scarce had these words been exc anged when the patient observed : “Tam Dr. Williams of —, and have called here with my friend, Mr. Hubbard, to look over your premises.’ “And then watching Ars opportunit: » he added in a whisper, ae: re od “** He is a little touched on one point, and if you can manage it, while we are walking about to lock him in some one of your apartments, I would like to leave him awhile in your care. “< Certainly, Doctor,’ I Li ape addressing tie patient, and humoring his conceit; ‘ we understard sueb things here; a nod is as good as a wink wo a blind man!’ “Then politely requesting the gentlemen to take a look over the establishment, I myself led the way from one apartment to another, till [came to the right one. Here [ called Mr. Hubbard's attention to a very beautiful view from one of the windows, and while he stood admiring it, the Doctor and I exchanged glances, and then both of us slipping quietly out, I turned the key. “*Halloo!’ exclaimed the entrapped pa- tient, as he heard the lock turn upon him ; “you have madea slight mistake, Doctor.’ “<All right!’ eaia T; ‘Dll rectify it oon, Mr. Hubbard.’ “* But it is me you have locked in—Dr. Wil- —and xot Mr. Hubbard.’ ‘Allright!’ J returned again; ‘I under- stand the matter perfectly.’ “« « But open the door,’ called the patient, in a loud voice ; ‘I tell you you have made a mistake! I am Dr. Williams—the insane man stands by your side—and unless you can com- prehend this soon, I shall be under the disa- greeable necessity of supposing you a fool !” ““All right!’ [ repeated, for the third time. “ * Perfectly right!’ joined in the doctor by my side. And then he added: ‘It is most capitally done, Dr. Maxwell, and I am really much obliged to you! I feared we should have met with difficulty. He may bea little troublesome at first, but if he is, no doubt you know how to manage him; a straight jacket, I think, would soon quiet him.’ “Oh, let us abone for that!’ I said, ‘ we are never at a loss here how to manage refractory patients.” “ By this time the entrapped man was vigor- ously trying the lock of the door, and shouting at the top of his voice : “*You are a confounded fool, Dr. Maxwell! —a confounded fool, [ tell you, sir! Have you not sense enough to distinguish between a sane man and a lunatic ? *+ Unfortunately for you, Mr. Hubbard, I have!” [ retorted “*T tell you, for the twentieth time, more or less,’ he went on, ‘that J—am Dr. Williams —of * * *™; and that yow, a fool, are being played upon by a lunatic! Let me out! Let we out, L ssy—this minute—or [ will prosecute ou for false imprisonment! Such an outrage never beard ot befure!” “Keep quiet, my friend!’ said I, looking through the wicket in the door, and observing my patient in a perfect fury, his eyes glaring with all the peculiar fire of an enraged maniac; ‘keep quiet or I shail be compelled to call one of the keepers to put you in closer limbo than you are now.’ “I then shut the wicket in his face; and taking the arm of Dr. Williams, we walked back to the office, laughing at the success of our acheme. “Most capitally done, indeed!’ he said; and added several compliments which I need not repeat. “He then thanked me heartily—said he would recommend my institution to all his friends—shook my hand warmly—was proud tiat he knew me—and, getting into his car- r.age, drove off. “ My patient, instead of quieting down, as I had hoped, grew more refractory than ever, and at last, in self-defence as it were, I w: obliged to order some of the under keepers to place him in the straight jacket—he pers sting all the while that he was Dr. Williams and not Mr. Hubbard, and that I was a fool and he not an insane man—though | fancied that if ever I saw a clear case of insanity, I saw it in him. “After we fairly got him into the straight jacket, however, he became much more tracta- ble; and finally said, if we would release him, he would behave himself until such time as his friends could come to his relief. Under this promise we did release him; and the rest of the day and night passed off without any further disturbance, I flattering myself that the straight jacket could do wonders. “About daylight on the following morning, the porter was awakened by a tremendous thumping at the gate; and on opening it, in rushed a half distracted party, inquiring for me, and to know if axything had been seen of acertain Dr. Williams, who had ridden out with an in: man the day before, for the rpose of taking him to our institution, and Baa not been heard of since. On meeting them, [-informed them what had oceurred—how I had locked up a Mr. Hubbard at Dr. Williams’ request, who had taken his leave shortly after, and ridden off alone. They demanded to see the pati and [ at once conducted them to bim, cautio1 them not to venture into his apartment too auidanly as he had proved much more wild and turbulent tian I had been led to expect. The moment they saw him, howe they all burst into a hearty laugh, and assured me that I had actu- ally locked up the doctor himself and let the lunatic escape. ‘And so itindeed proved. It was the madman who had come to me and made all t rrange- ments for entrapping the doctor. He had over- heard the latter planning with his friends how best to get him into the Asylum; and with won- dertul cunning and sagacity, he had counter- plotted and ps Bey his ruse upon the whole of us “On being released and made acquainted with the facts, the worthy doctor laughed as heartily as any of us, and said he was only too = to escape by auy means; for he bad never en taken for a maniac before, and he hoped to heaven be never should be again—at least, while he had reason. “It cost me half a dozen bottles of wine,”’ said Dr. Maxwell, in conclusion, ‘‘and I think, Mr. Brown, it has proved my point—that an insane man may, under certain circumstances, ap) 6 sane as any one around him.” t. Brown laughed heartily— wiped his red fee wutedons jonaer enpenrnprorne acknowledging that, on the point ity, he considered himself y: A moely but imme- diately sdded, by way of defence, that he thought the doctor’s case an exce; to the rule—which, as a rule, he felt proud to abide by, nevertheless notwithstanding. U7 It is thought that the tobace: 9 crop of Viz- ginia will exceed 70, 00 hhds. this yar Wim Hunt, a printer, from Washington, died a few since, very suddenly, in Walter- borough, 8. . ae i Cheng Miscellaneous. Ce tint atone dh nn HE WASHINGTON © L. \ T PSE Stance ATING LI Eleventh street, a few doors South of Pa. Avenue. Opxy DaiLy FROM 10 A. m, To 10 P.M. Chartered by Congress, April 18th, 1814, Conraintnc “72,000 Votumes, All the New Publications Received as Issued. This vataable Libears i now trrowe opento the uUbIIC al very low rate o: THREE DOLLARS. PER ANNUM. T17~ Every subscriber is at liberty to take out one fol.o or quarto, two octavos or under ; and keep the folio four weeks, quarto three weeks, octavo two weeks, dudecime and under one week. The pubiic is r ctfully invited to call and ex- JAN FP. HALIDAY, President. Jas. CLerHann, Librarian, fe l1-eotw H47S OF THE SEASON, ey 1 have the pleasure to introduce the HAN DSOM- s uAT ‘OUT; also. & fresh SLPRENGY SOF BATS of my own im, portation. Getting them from first hands can offer them much lower than usually sold in nN them will : MET: Sign of the "While Beate? sitnar of 6th ir ‘a. avenue, t HOPKINS. A CARD. Famnuivss. PERSONS BUYING CLOTHS AND CASSIMERKES BY THE YARD Havii worry! to keep a |i CLOTHS"and CASSIMER Ea, tensively and generally in th greater advantages to purchasers 0 oan befound. We will cut vers ch for patterns or shrinking, having A steam for that purpo<e. It would he weil for those purcha: ing by the yard to look before they buy, as this 16 the only establishment of the kind in this outy which deils extensively in those goods and must ctier greater 4 ivantages to buyers. WALL, STRPHENS & CO, 0. $2 Penn. evenue, between 9th and 10th streets, HIS DAY RECEIVED FROM THE MAN- ufsoturers a choic) selection of new style PA- PER HANGINGS ana DECORALIO =&. Also, TRANSOM PAPER, PICTURE CORDS and TASSELS, CURTAIN LOUPS, PINS and TRIMMINGS, to be sold a* low pri KANKLIN & ROTHROCK. corner of 9th D streets. OO OVERS OF OYSTERS CAN GET AT THE B4 present season. iy, OYSTERS in the sheil, taken ont of salt water the: same day. Restavrants wishing to be supplied by the barre! will please oall on J. KR. BL SCH ARZE. | Dealer in Oysters, Corner of 12th and E streeis, babi of iv 9-eotf Kirkwood House. L'¢8T YOUR HOUSES. We have now in storeand are daily reosiving the finest assortment of GAS HAND SLIERS, PENDANTS and BRACKETS ever ered iv this sity, embracing entirely new patterns.and every variety of styie and finish. A'‘s,a large collection of sTATUETTES, READING LAMPS, ani PORTABLES. These are sold at the faxtory re- tail prices, and we adhere to the ove price system. Having reduced the prices of gas fitting. persons will find it to their advantage to call berore having their houses fitted up. J. W. THOMPSON & BRO., 269 Pa. avenue, betweer. 10th and Ith sts.. se 6-eolw = south eide, OTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Land War- rant No. 14 472 for 160 acres of land, issued under the act of Congress of February 11, 1947, ia the namo o* Julias King, has been lost and’ that six weeks afver the dare hereof application wiil be made to the Pensiou Office for duplicate thereof. All persons &re cautioned against purchasing the same. as a caveat has been filed in the Genera! Land Offices Aqhinst issuing & patent. T. M BLOUNT, Attorney fur the owne-. Washington City, Sept. &, 1858. se 1)-lawew PREMNANTS OF FLOOR OILCLOTHS. We ge 6 asKortment of joa'ing more ex- oods, We can offer f thoee goove than o charge parnt: au 2"-eolm store A great many remnents of Oil- we must cot nd ofto wake room for hey are nll inthe very best quality and colors, Which Wa must and are deter | off w: » They are just the thing for «oor and fireplaces. washstands, refrigerators, &e., and will be a yrest saving for oarpets keepers will do wellto call and se- lect trom Al en Propping? for house } every good servent in 8 ly wil appreciate them. They cloths snd well regainted must be cleared . Expected daily a» immense and euperbassertment of Carpetings in aul the newest styles, quaiuties and prices; with Curtain Mate usis, Gicloths aud al other goods which are desirable in Furniture Dry Goods, to which the attention of housekeepers ard othera contempiatirg noe ab x respectfully invited. CLAGETT & IDSON, Deaters in all kinds of superior Furniture Dry Goods, Market Space, No.4. se 8-e08t RENCH, ENGLISH, AND AMERICAN F WALL PAPERS, FIRE-BOARU PRINTS, BORDERS AND LECOSATIONS, WINDOW SHADES, GILTCOKNICES AND BANDS,CURTAIN PINS & TRIMMINGS, The undersigned are new prepared, at the commer of 9th and D su: eets, to offer to the public the largest and most varied assortment ofthe above goods to be found in this city. They have rece: within the present week, iarze additions to the stock, and will constantly bein receipt of the lateat and most choio> patteras. A oallis solicited. Prices as low Paver patca ty cx «rienced workmen, under the supervision of one PANKLIN & ROTHROCK. £5: Rotmnccs! sy 29-608 ’ PING BY DOUBLE ENTR I propose giving a course of instruction in the above science in the Central Academy. corner of leth and & streets, to commence as soon as a sufh- cient number is obtained. “or the convenience of young gentiemen who are engaged in business through the day, the hours of instruction will be from 73g to 1044 pm. Fifteen years experience ms @ practical book keeper, and some experience inthe last two years in teaching, will. | fintter mvro:f, enab'e me to give satisfaction to all who may wish struction. a . B. For terma, &e.,1 can be sorn from 9to3 o'clock at the office of the Treasurer of the Chesa- peake and Onis Canal Company, ity evening at the residonos of H. J. Se! 10th street. THOMAS BARBOUR & SEMMES, CKEREL, HERRING. aS barrels No. Sinrge Mac! 15 do. (do. small do, 5) do. No.1 Alewives, 25 boxes Scaled Fish, 20 de. Eastern Cacene le Bee OE eBOUR & SEMMES, BRILLIANT 4 267 Gas Consuming Cook Stove 267 Is the only perfect Gas Consumuing Cook Stove in the market ; it speaks for itself; it requires no puthnog. A call is solicited to examine it In operation every day at my Stove Depot. — at southeast corner of Pennsylvania av. ' te n None génuine but soar, ees pare Y saad th. * “se feolm seshas No. 287, south side, Pa. avenue. N SHIR’ Firtine SHIRTS. RAD NO HUMBUG. Any gentleman who wants a superior out Shirt and 4 shirt to fit, of the best quality of material, asevery one can tesiify who has tried them, call at the oor- ner of 6th streetand Pennsylvania avenue. No fit, nD ee HOPKINWS BAZAAR. N 23, SOAP, &c. ai tanes Ah dnanatiog Canilex, 3s do. Hotel Canles, ize 2 to. Chemical Ulive Soap, foo a ye har Matohes. 100 Saas! Mustard, Allspice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Ginger, &o. and i te eet ARBOUR & SEMMES. CiUrEee, TEAS, &o. bags Rio Coffee. 2 ao Cape do, (white 15 do. old Government Java, S$) boxes fresh Gr Coffee, m 61 half-chests imp. G. Powder and Young Hy- son ‘Teas, Bs boxes HnbDtte Sony Just received and 4 le Be 8 echt 4 RADY’S GALLERY, 2 AVENUR, NEAR STREET, B Over Sweeny, Rittenhouse, Pont tos” Pig DOSY me repre nipearena re, Sica ways a the ‘owders. BOUR & SEMMES. tention, keep it open during su " Ttists will be constantiy in Aaieceet ree Aion Sl ere e —_ by et 1 a rds. @ Vollection of Porrraits dist in th pune sn very day (Sundays ox 8. m.to7 p.m. T . & HE Undersigned having tle up the business of the Jat S WASHINGTON, D. C., MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 1858. For Rent and Sale. lth street, bet street. containing five rooms, a lor, di room and kitchen, and carrinee-housé. Win bene on accommodating terms bar ah Apply onthe premises to JAN. £ ALUABLE subsoriber off known as the Bakery,situate< , near the Alexandria Aqueduct, together the wharf. whieh y é to yg ahs the tow-path being included in this prop- erty. ane Bakery has « front of 64 feet on the Canal ate sale the pro; istrict, er hae by any in the b). Also. 8 Wood and Coal of Hurty & Orme and Mr. Barron. This has a froat of 120 feet on the the west side of Green etrect, and 16 as ens cess for consumers from Georgetown or of ac- ashing- ton #8 any yard in the District. Th shove property will be offered on liberal terms Apply to OMAS BROWN, 145 West street, Georgetown ; ortoS. T. B ROWN, Pa.av ,nextto corner of lth street. Washington. D. ©. su 23-tf cout 89 acres, with all the necessary buildings, &e.,in fine condition. Jt is situated in Alexandria county, Va.. about five miles from the |.on: andre and two fr he Georgetown aqueduct. ft sold low and on accommodating terms. Apply letter, through the Post Uffice, to JAMES W. BURCH. Washington City. Au 26-4! f Fe? KENT—f£WO ROUMS in w. of the building eccupied a8 an office ri aby ie alisch, ediate! te th fia Abel io RICHARD WALPRCH eo a A FARM IN Cy aa COUNTY,VA.. OR SALE OR EXCHANGE FOR IM- PROVEDCITY PROPER LY.—A Farm of fifty sores, 7 miles from Washington and the same dis- tsnoe from Alexandria, and $ miles from George- town, sdlomng, the lands of Mr. Thomas Crark, Mr. F. Yulee, and of the lands of tne late L, B. Hardin, Evq. ‘The Farm 1s divided into 8 fields, with water in each heid ; a fine orchard. and bourse containing 9 rooms, with a good cellar and back kitchen, stable, and all necessary ont-buiidings, in good order, now in the cocupaney of E. Yulee.Feq., who wil! show the property and give informatio: respecting the szle, Intormation can also be hai from W. 2D. Wallach, Esq., Edi'or of the Star, Possession given on the ist of Saneary. 1889, jelR lawtf DWE A DESIRABLE FAKM_ IN CULPEPER COUNTY, VA., FOR ipsytie—a Ediior of the Evening Star is authorized to sell, on very oo- com: ng terms and at a low price, one of the most desirable farms in the County of Culpep- er. itcontains about 4” ucres, of which 2” are woodland, and the residue nrable laud, in a fine con- dition for cultivation. This tract is situated about three miles fron. Culpeper Conrt House. It has upon ita small dweiling-nouse and ordinary farm build- ings, Ail the arable land not in cultivation is well sot in grass. ‘Toa gentieman seeking & country res- idence this farm offers attractions not surpassed, if eqnalled,in Piedmont Virginia. A building site upon the farm oommands a fine mountain prospect, and 8 view of the surrounding country for many miles. The soi! is of excellent original quality, and pecu- liariy adapted to the production of wheat, and is at present ina good of improvement. The owner will seli it for lens than its eine, sLeartyspplenvae is made. Persons wishing OF Hee will please communicate with W. D. WALLACH, Eaq., Ed- itor of the Star. ap9-lawtf F%, SALE OR EXCHANGE FOR CITY PROPERTY—A F AKM, conta ning 100 acres, lesa than 10 miles from Washinxton, under good cultivation. and having an orchard of 300 trees of choice fruit, comprising apples, peaches, apricots, Reotarines, p qainces, &c., together with rawberries, &c.—the same hay- in ing containing nine rooms, with cellar, &e —will be sold on reasonable terms, or ex- changed for city property. There is a good barn and stabling on the premises, good water at the door, ana numerous never-failing springs. About 4 acres are in wood, consisting of oak, hickory, and ‘The stook and crops may be purchased if Fer farther particulars inquire of JAS. 8. AGGS 7th strest, or JOHN D. CLARK, Esgq., street, between C and D streets. ii Qawtf 3. chestnut, desired. SC 12 iv NO lay & Co, respectfully notifies all persons ed to the said firm that their accounts are be e off and will be presented inthe course of @ that ali will be prepared to 2 prompt and satisfactory settlement. All persons having claims agsinat the firm will please preseat them for payment. ‘Tho-e indebted will readiiy admit the importance ofa settlement at this time, and heconfident'y hopes that they wall agaist nim to bring the affairs of the Inte firm to a speedy and final s.ttlement by comp y- ing Wilh the above request. ss . ane™ JOSEPH J. MAY, corner of Penn. avenue and 9th street. N. B—Mr. John Senivenner is authorized to col- lect an ciptin the name of t m™m. “pels itt 3. 3.M. SOMETHING NEW T STINEM z 25 a. Avenue, be- tincen Vth and lVsth streets.—' ATLANTIC TRI. r anentire new atyl ison large and well se:ected assortment of Feit Hats for men’s, youths’ and chil dren’s wear; Beebe's brated Ventilating Mat; : Freneh Opera Hats, (w: nrgs.) with the new ps, Mis ses’ Fiata, Children’s Fancy Hats, &c.; Taylors new style of Silk Hat. just out and selling very oe idly—price $3.9). Ax good Dress Hats for $3.30, $3. $25), $2as orn be sold inths United Statas. am now conatantiy pup hed with fins Calt-skin Boots, wh L wil seli for the low price of $375; Congress ters $2.50; which I warrant ss being equal in durability and nt to auy sold inthe United = Terms cash. ae 78 B. H. STINEMETZ 236 Penn. avenue. near corner of lath ar _se 15 Kirkwoods’ and Wiliards’ Hotels. M A CARD. AVEISS A. YOUNG will resume the duties of her School on tre ilst of October. on 18th, near I street, No, 346, in airy and commodious rooms, noar the place of the old estabiisument. . The primary and advanced branches of English studies wil! form, #s heretofore. the p-incipal fea- tures of tho Souco!, with their usual thorouhress A select number of littic boss will be received, under 12 years of age. Instruction in the Frenoh language by Madame RM AN MAN. ‘Terms ar usual. Turc : wisn g lend And » Copartnershi| eretofore firm of Win. Egan & Son, wae th by mutual consent. Ali persons inde tothe firm are voamanten to ape cay Fo soitconaaty andall hav- ent them for pre ment ing cleims present them for prem vtaM EGAN, RY EGAN, se 17-St* isting under the dav dissolved ENR SGAN will continue the Dr ote he Sane is OWn account. at theoid Stand, upon the same liberal terms as pursued by the firm, and begs a. Yrrspeercrngals Mechs patronage of our old friends and the public g HENRY EGAN 823 Penn. avenue, south side, soi7-st_ (Intel ) bet. 6th and 7th ats. WwW HAT IS THE MATTER? A great rush has taken piace at the Store of . BP. LEVY, No, 464 Beven’h street, oppe ent Othee. Extra hand: supply his customers with tl ve jus ES gare ats, 0, 11, 2, 13, and 14 cents per pound Rice, F our, Chocolate, B Cocoa. Cheese, |. Canvas Ha So had to be e fresh coi ae Old Wreok and other fine Whisk Wines, Brandies, Ho! and Gin, Cordials, English Porter and Scotch Ale, Havana 4 numerous other articles iust rec ived and for sale to the trad: city cur tom- e red jiok returns. » First come first terin the city. Come while hey Winter and the war with Para, Mexico will cause a heavy rise in the prices. is the time. — i ScHooL BOOKS—SCHOOL BOO! comp! ene: e sasortment of Schon! Books ana Soe if iis and wrivate nose 1e8 O! Bookstore. OYSTERS AND GAME served C. GAUTIER’S SALOON, se l4-lw 252 Pennsvivania avenue. JY ¥ OTHING OF B Y YOUR FINE oy ye No. 370 Pa. ave., und porcine Hotel, res-tf LS Ria BES LAPS SAP TER 18th atreat « r USIC_DEPO’ EA ha Jos int Le i ESE, SALE—A new BRICK HOUSF, No. 357 M ‘ween Massachusetts avenue and PERRY. E PROPERTY FOR SALE—The era at priv perty n the south side ofthe ith ‘8 about 210 feet deep from Canal controis 50 inches of water for driving its ma- inery. This property fora Bakery or Coal Yard is not ‘ard now in the occupancy roperty al ad 1023¢ fone on (SOR SALE—A Market and pury + ARM of SS 6 guia THE WEEKLY STAR. a iety of then treater variety of interesting reading can be found in any other—is published on Setar day ncariably im advance. subscribing in Clubs without the intervention os mai"acent. ne wu'ee ay. porenived. 29 cent. of 1 saved. It fovarmbly contains the Secaes News” that has made The FvENine Stax cirou- —————— _] !8te 20 reneraliy throughout the country. i Se ‘copies (in wrappers) oxn be procured at - lmmedistel: the issue of the paper, @noe THREE CENTS. . 13> Postmastere who sot as acents will be ai- lowed a commission of 9 cents. = . Boots, Shoes, &c. ADIES’ SHOES !—LA DIES’ SHOE. L a ASD met wih during thi iat ousieai been established, ena bles me to offe: the following Sw ey a }O8R en" best ealiah Lasting Gaiters NO. 1,767. eg) os 6 Educational. EMERSON INSTITUTE, H street, between 12th and 13th streets, Setect Crassicat anp MatTHE«aTicaL Scuoo FoR Boys. The Sixth Annual Session or this Institute cem- the Ist day of September. The number of mypiia te limited, and the School is strictly neiect. lies joubie sole M Boots 145 ¢ Principal claims the privilege of charsoterzay, huldre: 3 Lasting Button Gaiters » Shs Institute as emphatically a Grammar f° ENTHAL. No. 2 Pa. avenue. devia withing 6. pavers Bree Cal Mince | PB, Lamsanate ete ate ni ishing . ur article of Gente’ C benefit of a careful training. eos will howe the | Gaiters, warranted at $2 5. ry ‘50; for the'fall course, Sis eNsH branches, | F A DIES’ SHOES, MISSES SHOKA CHUL, oe the fol ree YOUNG, Priacipal. L BREN sions, : ORGETOWN FEMALE SEMINARY, | pemee Sine See a pe wees Bt The Ladies E v 7 UE SE) . Shoe Store, No. ‘a. aveone, ARDING AND ar aoeede. a icon sh tnd Sth ate G® The duties of this institution will be resuined Weare selling Ladies’ Lasting Gaiters at....@1 2 the 15th day of September rext. Maia ge Mawpone 1s Pupils from Washington conveyed to and from do to Buskins 113 the Seminary without 7, ting Shippers i® . J, HARROVER, &o., &o.: all our own 6. Come and Au 23-tOot! Principal. iim TIMOTHY CENTRAL ACADEMY, Corner of E and Wth ste, The exercises of this ini tion will be resumed > ut dor of September. The number 1s limited, PPly. y ASHINGTON CITY, tinct au -lin &. MERCHANT, Principal. a FPRANKLIN acaDeMy, tke Articles at the principal Shoe Stores in Wash H between 19th and 20th, ( First Ward.) mor St Shoes so well-known ‘oCurdy & Son's Phiiadolphia make. PP RUNKS: TRUNKS! TRUNKS The o tallovaigned aos now and constantiy keep TRUNKS AND VALI iron F and Wood- TRUNKS} A SELECT SCHOOL FOR BOYS, Term commences September 6th. Number lim ited to twenty-four. The course of study is de- ma lag Prepare pupils thoroughly for business or college. the Princips! can be seen at the Academy any time after the Ist proximo. Cireulars at Rook- stores. R. B. DETRICK. A.M., rame fu 26 eolm Puneros. NELVET TAPESTRY and CANVAS WESTERN ACADENUY VELING Ba S and SATCHELS; & WESTERN ACADEMY. SADDLES Wan Ness Wits eeeeS See hose designing to beoume members of this Inst: - lam to compete ent at the Academ# ou Mondays Wopeenibor 8 sr | facture, te proof sosteee, a.m. au 23-eolm 8. L, LOOMIS, A. M., Pnn’l. 00 Trunk thatas, for soledity oma galery of mane, OARDING_ AND DAY Sc 5 " i YOUNG PADS 200 FOR | the best on exhitution. At the Northwest corner of 6thand L Streets, MRS. KESLEY, Painctrat. This Institution will be prepared to receive pupils on Monday, the6th of September, 188. _ A centieman of experience in teachiog and lectur- ing — fill the Mathematical and Ciassical Depart- ments. Gu 33 eotOotl Youns LADIES’ INSTITUTE, . A Boarvine anp Day Scuoot, ENGLISH AND FRENCH, No. 49 b Street. CHARLES H. NORTON, A. M., Parwerrar. The eleventh vesr of this Institution will com- mence on the second jay of ptember, 1853, ‘The course of study, aided by Lect and Apps- ratus, is thorough and extensive. Circulars, cont=icing full partiontars, ean be oh- tained at the —— Bookstores and at the resi dence of the Principal. au 23.e0lm CLINTON ACADEMY, Ltn Grorcetown, D.C. ance on MONDAY, Sepiominr Cine Cts mence on b . 5 Ci may be obtained at the irue Store of Are KS. T. | whiob, for work . we defy muy establishment Cy » corner Congressand Bridge etreets. in the conatry te surpa: Asour motto mal! GEO. ARNOLD, NM. A., Principal. Seay and quick sales,” we shall sel! them at alow jin vara "AlTSdd Sues of Sant taser Blinds furmuhed [#2 COLUMBIAN COLLEGE. horse 7 5 ASHINGTON, D.C, The next Session of this Institution will com- St short notios, and at as low rates xs by any estab pase on Wedacsday, the twenty-ninth (2th) of ENKiy Thomas, Saddier. Be Laer! N.B.—Trunks Covered and deeorr or JA8. 8, TOCHAM. (Late Toruam & Nort No, 499 Tth street, oppo. mély T° CARPENTERS AND BUILDERS. AND TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. We would most reeprotfully cal! your attentixn tothe folluwing advertisement Just arnved by the follow named vessels, ‘wit: Schooner Fairfax, of N ‘ork: the schox ers Ring Dove and Wrancis E.. of Phiiadeiphis; by railroad— schwoner Ailen, of Boston: 30 DOORS, of allordinary sizes, 5” WINDOWS of SASHES and BLINDS, of or- LUSTY Sizes. 9,0 feet of MOULDINGS, of various sizes and All of the above-nimed work warrented to be kiln-dned, and free from sap or knets, and a) ii elows Hat ment in this vicinity, Inside Shutters we oan fur n-th of any style, at from 10 to 15 per cant less than the customary rates of charges for the same in this ptember, city. Applicants for admission will be examined on the RG respectfully invite those mterested in the Mondsy and Tuesday before the opening of the ses aheve statement to snveutiqnes the same to satisfy sion. fhemssives, aad we believe tuey wil profit by so joing. ‘A liberal discount made to the trade. Cail at the old stand—No. 562 7th street, opposite Certre Market. an ro H.W. HAMILTON & CO EW ¥, WINE AND LIQUOR N GROCERY. Ay iQ THE PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT of the Columbian College will commence its next os on Wednesday, the eighth (8th) of Septem- s 0 tu 19-cotNovl J. G. BINNEY, President. WESTERN ACADEMY, 277 I Street. a SELECT SCHOOL FOR BOYS. The subsoriber begs leave to say that he has ecue hut cosh coe es oe department of | Shemale New Ltore. comer of 1th and E stresta, Mathegeatios. Sixteen pupils only in the depart- | Tico CIGARS. ana fice ES: TEAS Loon . | fine Teas, Sigar, Coffes, Fi , Olives, Rais wnteas L-VOOMIS. A. M., Teecher of Mathe fine Fine Saftisen, Anchowies, op, Olives, Rais, A. GEORGE WILKINSON, A. B., Teacher of erproved brands and qualities. ‘smilies and members of Congress lan Languages. cll inzited to calvand examine the pur- HE DUTIES OF MRS. BURR’S SCHOOL | ¢hasing elsewhere. T ti don M «the 27th Septem- A ceneral essortment of fine Havana Cigars, m- ber. “t ‘SH atreet, between i3th and lath ets. pores direct by the subsoriber, at wholesale and aos Canal Boats supplied on reasonable terms, and Produce taken in exchange. ENGLISH anv FRENCH ' Paco, mate sevy’s Old Whisky of 1840 constantly on 5 z Country orders punctuaily ended tnd Coun G AND DAY SCHOO Seven Burldines, No. 138 Penn. Avenue, bt be Provuoe, of all desorption. reosived on Pog pe mag ch pew ene a will be resumed oo 0! TONAS is eve a Circulars eva ba obtained of the Principal and at | Successor to Brereton & Bro., No. h etre the Bookstores. ken | eolm corner of F, 5 pf Bb Bes on a = IMPROVE YOUR EYES. _ Musical Instruction. _ gl Sranng iy se vee , Who o~e SUPERIOR MUFICAL INSTRUCTION, has arrived from Europe with his » — Own, 88 well as the manu! ure ofa EE at the oH improved al Peper CONCAVE and' G0 v. Auh’s Azi AN PEBBLES. ont ALS. Eto. With wecknesn, entarnst ce tending tr ite nies SHONT isHreDN EES, ; ow uring them, will be suited af Brsteight. Those DOUBLE-POLISHED VENEZUELIAN Wer Terence a their ——~ +4 World's 5 fatten iis Prof. DE CORNIEL is sti'l in Washington, and Wishes to intimate to the musical publie that he 1s prepared to receive a limited number of, special pup‘is, advanced in music. to whom he wil give ® thorough and compete noademi course of instruction on the Harp. Pianoforte, - tar, Singing,and (rgan. Will also give a reguiar course of instruction (confidentixliy) in the true Arcof Teaching Music, to qualify for tne profes- sion. ‘Terms made known on application at the Wash iagton House, Penn. avenue, fs N. B.— i. De CaeNeIL wil open his new Musi- oul Report ory ina few days, on the corner ef ith street and Pern. avenue. se 8-im™ clearnees and easiness of vii inany Te CARD. + F. LITTLE, Proressor or Music, having er improvements, eaves ear ian of Soe BEY. on. MAGNI umed the duties of hix protession, will de- 5 “ , Compnszer, vote hamseif entirely to the instruction of pu gee are for sale at tore, oer et Evvhth street pisin Vocal snd Instrumental Music. Pennsy!vani nue,or Kighth street No. 81. be- Terms to be Paid in Advance, Piano, Guiinr, ringing, Violin, Flute, &¢.,each per quarter of 24lessons. <2. @15 00 Organ, and thoroagh quarter. tween pares and Ps. avenue. not mistake the corner of 8th street, 0, the same as at hie cote ton ns. joes lishment wate. STEPHENS & ©O. No 32 Penn. Avenur. Classes of 4 pupils, each p=r quarter. creel spent eas BOYS" AND YOU TT ETADY MADE € asses of 2 pupils. exch per For School Dress Wear. Tig™ Residence at Dr. Hunt's, 3i0 P Parents and guardian ishing to furnish their between 90 and 1th streets. children and wards witi ool and College ee — for the coming season, are iovited to exam'ne our Qr DUPONT’S & | Present large and extensive variety of 35|" BOYS CLOTHING, where they oan fit out their oluidren of all sizes afew minutes, with every desoriptien of MADE GARMENTS vf substantia. and durable quality pderat, le at very moderate FNL STEPHENS & CO., No. 522 Pa av.. het. 9th and 1th ete 2 GUNPOWDER. W. ALBERT KING Grorcrtowy, D.C. for ears past the Sole Agent ia the District of Colam- a for Messrs. Dupont & Co., of Wilmington, Del- Aware. keeps constantly on hand a large etook of all the different grades of POWDER manuiactured im DY au 25-tf them, embracing, in part— — Winstimy ond Mining Powder, in 25and 3 Jb. kegs re GN OF THE Cannon and Musket ¢o.,(U. 8. Govern , BIG EAE LEY ment proof.) imzsand # lb. kegs | “Indicates where you may get koe N Sporting F, FF, & FFP. ir 645. 1259 and 25 Ib. kk PASSES, in gilt or mahogsn mes; POR- Ducking Powder, in6's. |z3p and 251b kere RAIT and PICTU PRAMES. round, oval ‘Do. do. inTand 5 Ib. canisters | or aquare, git or otherwise; or any other kind of Dismond Gram do. in: tb canisters Ke Kifle do. kers one. TY 1 A N in6\ and 12% Ib. work 1 hie ine. he largest lot of LOOKIN GLASS PLATES kept oonsriunti on_pand, cheap 4 in 1 and ‘s Jb. csmisters ) ‘ER. ae: ins. Land 33 |b. camsters arene. seni GNER do, in Je Ib. finske and canisters do. in 5 [b. canisters Safety Fuse of superior quality,ain barrels ages. the above will be sold st manufacturers rie: ane delivered free of charge to any part of Tis character of Dupont’s Powder lies bem oo well and favorably known fora naif century, that we deem it unnecessary to say anything in its praise. We take pleasure atall times in showii pe Ey ‘and style of packages to sportsmen D hasjust reaeived another full steck man, French, Laun. Greek and other Call soon, if you want bargains, corner 7th streets, at Headquarters. Leirsic edition cL A.* R and D of the sell SORES: cu: ‘kK, LEECHER & BLEEDER te N aS ons esidence—No. avenue, oN Office No. 8 High street, mediately nd between Sixth and Seventh Streets. joining the Canal Bridge. seStf M. Dey: Ford M.D. Ww S!_ NEW BOOKS !!—Received Carcthers, J. H. Stone, ‘i Tad sar ‘at SHILLING TON’S Bookstore, — s aRaOTTT: —— — ‘or ne Heart's Lovging. Tue weather is now cool Ax oan dispense Brandon, or A Hundred Years Ago. with Toe. Cream, and spend your money a ew Yorkto Delhi. LIKENESS of yourself. You can geta good one adies’ Nations! ine for October. for # cents and upwards “20 ERT BANDS’ Nock Nex Serco E 08 Pa. ave.. bet. Ath and Sth sis. ao y annett nt of Children’s Toy a MONS. E. es (Lats or New Yor« Crt.) EDGE TOOL MAKER, Northeas: corner G strect north and 7th street west, eo! oO ry variety, received avd for sale . LLINGTON’S Eosketors, ‘Odeon Building. sel? corner Pa avenve and 4>, street. orth ond few of those cheap TO: fact: and repaire ail kinds of TT QTICE have [on oe roceneer jnninaine Maeee ued” Reece cctnene’ Toes i tha the ‘can be par _ eleewhere. A ne Picks made and repaired. ‘806-6 4 one 2 Gpskady tL W JEWELRY. por inan ine changes with mse Pa I HAVE just reaseaat as hosaseet of rich and = toe numeroun tome tion, at 00 Pa avenue, | feiionah e JEWELRY. HO. Hoon, MiSfieiee em wr, | anitit Ven wxncnen” BPS Gon? seu =e OHN MeDEVITT. 1 lave just nraned 8 fine stock yaa iL 5 B PR | VER WsRE. : y TTT TL Sd sepa « as Call and purchase your Jewelry at 38 Peaonsy!va “Hot Air Furnacesand Stovearspaired with nin avenue. 8.0 HOOD ry oni Be HARROVER’S MEDICAL STUDENTS may be supplicd with 209 2w __7th street, opporite Patrioti= Bank, | WE Si the Medion: a used in the, Colleges, of HE SUBSCRIBER WILL BUILD, TUNE, | Wess by PRA KLIN PHILP, Rootselier, Ties pot Trlr lee pode od aS $52 Pa. nve.. bel. Sth and torh = * bond. "A colt tw avy BN F. ELLIS UAN REPAIR ANY MUBI- |» Acall JOuN F.ELLIS UAN REPAIR ANY MUBI- x.t.parser, | JOS} tee 20 9-2w* Tia Fonte streat. iment. hllis can sell yous Fi Lh met ohn Stil Jou Melodons . ALL KINDS OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENT Jone e lits S28 Sel you Musioand Bind Musio Store oemeeateh ot py emag ty Lagpnen l ‘ANCY HAIR PINS, new and beautiful styles, — No. ie nae ed et LAMMOND’S. 7th at. Loe CAMMOND ES. th ot. GUITARS AT ONE, TWO, AND THREE doliare at se lg ELLI®’. btn end _ eth rirerte ______ SSORTMENT OF RAVEN A ARGE ae RT . i ss W. 6. MBTZEROTT,