^73 / RINT OYy^ STRANGER'S GUIDE lr« THE Pocket Edition, for the Anniversaries. COmWTNING A SAFE AND CLEAR DIKECTORY OF SQilB OF THE MOST REFUTABLE BUSINESS JSES IN THE CITY. A VALUABLE BOOK OF REFERENCE FOB STRANGERS AND RESIDENTS. ''time 13 M ON E Y." Ben. Franklin. 1849. BOSTON: PUBLISHED BY ANDREWS AND COMPANY, No. 5 Milk Steeet. 1849. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1849, BY ANDREWS AND COJIPANT, In the Clerk'a Office of tlie District Court of Massachusetts. COOUDGIK & WILET, PRINTERS, 12 WATER STREET. nrnn $^1 J. H. WEEKS dt Co. NO. 123 WASHINGTON STREET, 2 DOORS NORTH OF SCHOOL STREET. The origin of the present firm may be dated back as far as twelves years ago, when W. W. Messer opened his establishment for the sale of cutkry, staple, Fixnch and English fmicy goods, at 208 Washington street. Mr. Messer was succeeded, in 1844 by his former partner, B. W, Thayer, and James H. Weeks, the firm being known as B. W. Thayer & Co. The business of the establish- ment rapidly increased in these hands, until 1847, when the firm was altered, taking the name of J. H. Weeks & Co., D. Perkins Ives being the junior partner. In May, 1848, as the patronage of the firm w^as steadily and firm- ly augmenting, Weeks & Co. removed their present central and commodious store to 133 Washington street A look at the windows of their splendid and busy warehouse will at once convince the spectator of their enterprise and popularity, while the rich and various dis- play of goods will testify to their claims upon public patronage. They are supplied with all varieties of do- mestic manufactures, such as hair, cloth, shaving and nail brushes, pocket-books, combs, soaps and perfumery. They import French a.nd English fancy goods, such sls accordeons^ silk purses and bags, every variety of steel goods, fancy stationary, work-boxes, writing desks and dressing cases, papier mache goods, ^c, ^c. Fans of every description. Fine cutlery, backgammon boards, chess men, silver furnishing . articles, bronzed goods, hair oils, etc., are here to be had in, great variety. Wholesale purchasers will find Messrs. Weeks & Co. prepared to furnish their goods to any ex- tent required, and at as low prices as can be purchased in Boston or elsewhere, their stock being large, and addi- tions constantly made from the best houses in Europe. THE STRANGER'S GUID|I-^. IN THE yg' j-C^'^*^ o CITY OF BOSTON///" A -'-' . . iJ^ ,•'$' " FIRST EDITION. XlS^^ The extreme faTor -wbicli the Strangeu's Guide has''i » g l from *«^jclatsses. gives the proprietors additional satisfaction in presenting this, the second annual number. Apart from its great titility in di- recting the stranger to some of the best business houses in the city — " thus saving time, trouble, and expense — it has been viewed by those dealers whom it has mentioned, as a valuable advertising medium - for them. This proves two facts in its favor; first, that it has ' sent numbers to their establishment, and secondly, that they have ■ been satii^fied and purchased. Andrews & Co. wish it to be under- Btood that they have subjected the firms spoken of to tjieir own per- sonal scrutiny ; and being familiar with the principal business houses in Boston, of which city they are native residents, they speak from absolute knowledge and long experience. Andrews & Co. would likewise intimate that while they give a brief list of the firms they know to be worthy of patronage, tliey do not deny the merits of others. Their limits being brief, they selected only a ftw of the high- est character. Stnuigers and others, to whose careful perusal this book is earnestly commended, will easily satisfy themselves that its statsments are correct, by visiting a few or all of the places mentioned. The Stp.angfr's Guid" is published annually, and no pains are spared to make it deserving of the commendations which it has met in all quarters Boston, Jan. ], 1849. PREFACE TO SECOND EDITION. Ire consequence of the numerous calls for copies of the Stranger's Guide, .since the distribution of the Twenty Thousand, guaranteed, the publishers have been induced to re-pi-int the work in its present form. Andrews & Co. take this opportunity to announce to their patrons that their third rimiber (for 1850} will be put to press in time for distribution before the 1st Jan., 1850. Application for pages re- T'^^ived after the 1st of September, 1849. Boston, June 1, 1849. ANDREWS & CO. ANNIVERSARY MEETINGS. ANNIVERSARY MEETINGS. May and June, 1849. MONDAY, 28th. Mass. Bible Society. — Annual meeting in Central Church, Winter street, 4 p. m. American 'Education Society. — Business meeting at Hall No. 1 Tremont Temple, 4| p m. Public meeting in Tremont Temple. 7^ p. m. Prison Discipline Soc'ety. — Businegs meeting for choice of officers, &c., in the Vestry of Park street Church, at 11 a. m. Bostoti Port Society. — At Dr. Gannetfs Church, in Federal street, 7| p. m. Rev. H. W. Bellows, of New York city, Hon. J. H. Clifford, of New Bedford, and Rev. E. T. Taylor, of Boston, and others, are expected to address the meeting. American Peace Society. — Public meeting in Park street Church, 7J p. m. Address by Charles Sumner, Esq. TUESD.iY, 29fch. New England Anti- Slavery C> nveniion. — At the Melodeon. 10 a. m Afternoon scs.sion at 2| : in the evening at 7^. Speakers — ^Wen- dell Phillips, Charles C Burleigh, Parker Pillsbury, \V'. L. Garrison, S S. Foster, Abby Kelley Foster, Lucy Stone, Wm. W. Brown, Sam- uel J. May. American Unitarian Association, — In the Chapel of the Church of the Saviour, Bedlord street, 9a.m. Report will be read and officers elected. Auxiliaries are expected to attend through their delegates. Public meeting in Federal street Chnrcb, 7 p- m. Addresses from various gentlemen. Unitarian Festival. — Collation at Assembly Hall, Albany street, nearly opposite the United States Hotel. Clergymen's tickets can be had of Crosby and Nichols, 111 \A'ashington street, and B. H. Greene, 124 "\A'ashington street. American and Foreign Christian Union. — Public meeting in Tre- mont Temple, 9 a. m. Pastoral Association. — Sermon by Rev. E. Bcecher, D. D., in Cen* tral Church, 3 prm. Prison Discipline Society — At Tremont Temple, 11 a. m. N. E Christian Convention — At the corner of Summer and Sea Etreets, 10 a. m. The Missionary Society at 3 p. m. Sabbath School Convention in the evening. Parent W. T. Af. Society.— Meeting at Washingtonian Hall, Brom- field street, 7ip . m. Addresses by Rev. E. Thompson, Daniel Allen, Jr., S, Cobb, Jr., Wm. A. White, R. K. Potter, and others. Second Advent Conference. — At Chardon street Chapel, 10 a.m.- to continue three or four days. ANNIVRRSARY MEETINGS. Majs. Home Missionary Socitty. — Semi -Centennial Anniversary in Tremont Temple in Tremont Temple, 7| p. m. Sermon .by Rev. Dr. Storra. WEDNESDAY, 30th. Society for the Promotion of Collegiate and Tlieological Education in the We%'. — Public 'meeting in Ti-emont Temple, 9 a. m. Address by Kev. Dr. Oox. of New York. Boston Sea/nan^s Friend Society. — At Tremont Tample, 11 a. m. American Doctrinal Tract Society. — Annual Meeting at the Depos- itory. 100 Washinc^ton street. Mass. Colonization Society. — Bu.siness meeting at the Society's Office, 26 Joy"s Building, 12 m. Public meeting in Tremont Temple, 8 p. m.. to hoar report and addresses. Meeting of Associationists. — At AVashingtonian Hall, Bromfield Street. 7f p m. Ilev. Wm. H. Chauning, George Pdpley, John Orvis, Albert Brif-bane, AVm. A. Whi e, and Jonn S. Dwight are expected to address the meeting Convention of Congregational Ministesx. — At the Supreme Court Room, 5 p. m. Fair in aid of the Universalist Home Missionary Society. — At Horticultural Hall, School street, commencing on Wednesday, and continuing three days. N. E. Female Moral Reform Society — In the Vestry of Park st. Church, 3 p. m. Report and addresses by clergymen and others N. E. Anti- Slavery Convention. — At the Melodeon, day and eve- faing. American Tract Society. — At Tremont Temple, 7| p. m. THURSDAY, 31st. Americoin Sunday School Union — At Ti-emont Temple, 10 a. m. Gov. Briggs will preside, and make an address. Singing by a juve- nile choir, under the direction tf Mr. A. N. Johnson. Ttinperance Convention of Ministers.— At Hall No. 1 Tremont Temple, 9 am , to consider the present state of the temperance cause, and the duty of ministers with regard to it. Ladies Society for Promoting Education nt the West.. — Public meeting in I'ark street Church, 11 a. m. Addresses by Rev. Mr. Stone, of Boston, Uev. Mr. Langworthy, of Chelsea, and others. Convention Sermon. — In Brattle street Church, 11 a. m., by Rev. Nehemiah Adams, D. D. Mass Sabbath School Society. — Business meeting at No. 13 Corn- hill, 10 a. m. Public meeting in Tremont Temple, 3|^ p.m. Address- es by Rev. Messrs. Clarke, of Portsmouth, N. H., Stowe, of Cincinnati, Ohio, Bullard, of St. Louis, and Hon. >\'m. B. Calhoun. Singing by a juvenile choir. League of Universal Brotherhood. — At Cochituate Hall, Pbillipa Place, (opposite the Stone Chapel in Tremont stz-eet,) 4 p.m. N. E. Universalist Reform Association. — Meeting for Bu£:iQess at 4 BOSTON AND NEW YORK RAILROAD. 9 a. m , in Murray Hall. Meeting for reading the Annual Report, a* 10, in th^e School street Church. Dinner in Boylston Hall, at 2 p. m> Erening meeting for Addresses, at 7^, in School street Church. Tickets for the Dinner can be had of A. Tompkins, o8 Cornhill. A?]!. Board F. Miss. — Public meeting at Tremonfe Temple, 7^ p. m. N. E. Anti-Slavery Convention. — Forenoon and Afternoon at the Melodeou ; Evening meeting at Faneuil Hall. FRIDAY, June 1st. Closing Devotional Services. — At Central Church, 9 p. ra. MORNING PRAYER MEETINGS, in the Central Church, Winter streefc, at 8 p. m. UNITARIAN CONFERENCE AND PRAYER MEETINGS.— On Tuesdaj', at the Church of the Saviour, in Bedford street. On Wed- nesda.(, at the Church of the Disciples, in Freeman Place, Beacon street. On Thursday, at the Church in Bulfinch street, (Rev, Mr. Gray's.) On Friday, at tho Church corner of Beach street and Har- rison Avenue, (Rev. Mr. Coolidge's ) Each session will be opened precisely at half-past 7 o'clock, and close at 9 a. m. ROUTE FROM BOSTON TO NEW"- YORK, NORWICH INLAND ROUTE. In order to give the readers of this work an accurate idea of the advantages of this route, over which we have our- selves had the pleasure to travel, and can thereibre speak of it from experience, we will enumerate a few of the argu- jiienls, which strike us most forcibly in its favor. Passengers will be pleased by the fact that the Conductor accompanies them thioiigh the entire route, from city to city, so that mis- lakes and inconveniences can be easily remedied and recti- fied should they occur. The line of the route is mostly through a thriving and agreeable country; from Boston to "Worcester, the double track of rails renders detention less frequent; collision impossible, and thus accelerates the speed of passage : no ferry is to be crossed, which subjects the passenger to none of the inconveniences of a change of seats : the harbors at New-London and Allyn's Point are easy of ingress and egress, so that less danger and detention are ex- perienced : added to all this, the cars and boats are of the most superior class, and the attendance on board the latter remarkably prompt and polite. Passengers land at the Bat- tery. Berths secured at the office of the Agent, No. 9 Court St. The Captains and Pilots have had long experience in navigating the Sound. it: 1849.] ALMANAC [1850. i I'll E •1 -1 lay. day. 3day. [nes. Ih .1 . Fs 4 5 •C 1 3 fc< CO 6"i7 1 2 .5 3" l5 ^ , 1 4 5 >^ 8 9 1011 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 1112 > »j 15 16 17 18 19 20 21, 13 14 15 10 17.18 19 5; p 22 23 24.25 36 27 28 20 21 22 '23: 24 25:26 "-s 29,.'?0 31 27 28,29 30 31 1 2 3 4 1 12 . 5 G 7 8 9 1011 3 4 5 6 7 8 !9 ^ o 12 13 14 15 16 17,18 10 11: 12 13 14 15 16 a P ^ij 1920 21,22 23 24 25 17|18 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 8 9 g h 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 10|1112 13 14 15 16 > w 16 iril8,19,20 2122! 17118 19 20 21 ■>•> •>o F 23 24 25,26 27 28 29 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 1^ 1 2 3 4 5 6 12 3 4 5 . 7 8 9 10 11 12:13 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ja H o O H'l.VlG'irjlS 19'20| 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 p 21|22^KJ2425 26 271 21 22|23i24 25 26 27 28 29,30 31 28 29,80| 1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 fe- 4 5 6 7 8 9 lOi 5 6 7 8 9 1011 rr > 11 12 13 14 15 16,17 12 13 14 15 16 1718 K< o 18'l9 2()21 22 1920 21 22 23 24 25 !5 25|20|27i2S 29 30 1 26 27 28 29 30 31 2 3 4 5 6 1 1 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 5H u 9 10 11 12 13 14 15, 9 1011 12 13 14 15 !^ b; 16lir 18;19j20 21.22, 16 17118 19 .'0 21 22 K c 23 24 25 26 27 30131 1 1 28,29, i2r5i24|25 1 Jjsol 1 .., J7 28 29 N BOSTOK POST OFFICE. Mkuciiants' Exchange, State Street. Office open, from the 1st of April to the 1st of October, from 7 A. M. to 7 P. M * From October to April, from 8, A. M. to 7, P. M. Sit.MiAYS— From 9 to 10, A. M. SouTiiEKN Mail closes daily at 3 3-4, P. M. Arrives (averages) at 8, A. M. Eastekx Mail " " 11-2. P.M. " ' l.P. M Northern Mail " « 5, P. M. " " 7, P. M. Albany, and otlier mails on the route, 5. A. 5T. " 2nnd7,P.M. ta- EfKoPEAS Mail, BY Steamers— 10 1-2, A.M. on the following days: Jan. 15th, Feb 12tli,Mar. ilth, Ap.5th, May Sd, 17th, and 31st, June 14th and 28th, Julv 12th and 2f;th, Aug. 9th and22d, Sept. 6th and iOth, Oct. 4th and 18th, Nov. iBt,' 18th, and 2yth, Dec, 27th. 4,^ RAILROAD FARESAND DISTANCES. Boston and Providence. Depot, Pleasant Strecl. Koxbury, Jamaica I'lain, Toll Gate, K, Bridge. Dedhaiu Low Plain, Canton, Sharon, Foxboro' Mansfield, Tobey's Corner, Attleboro', Dodge vjlle, Perrm's Crossing, Seekonk, Providence, STONINGTON, MILES. FA 2 4 5 7 8 14 18 21 24 27 31 &3 35 1 ;8 1 42 1 90 2 75 New Bedford. Providence liuilroad Depots Mansfield, Norton, Taunton, My rick's. New Bedford, 42 50 70 70 75 1 00 150 WATERTOWN BRANCH. Fitchburg Railroad. Depot, comer of Causeway and JIuverhill Streets. Somer^ille, 3 Porter's (Cambridge,) 3 "West Cambridge, G Walthani, 10 Stony Brook, 12 ■We?ton, 13 Lincoln, 17 Concord, 20 Soutli Acton, 25 West Acton, 27 Littltton, 31 Groton. 35 Shirley, 40 Lunenburg, 42 Leominster, 4B Fitckburg, 50 12 12 15 25 30 30 40 50 G5 65 80 90 1 OO 1 10 1 15 1 25 LEXINGTON AND WEST CAMBRIDGE BRANCH Pond Street, 5 12 1-2 W. Cambridge Cen. 6 15 East Lexington, 9 22 Lexington, 11 26 Fresh Pond, Mount Auburn, Watertown. MILES. FAKES. 5 12 1-2 5 1-2 15 8 17 Boston and Maine. Depot, Ilaymarlcet Square, Somerville, 2 6 Medford, 5 12 Maiden, 5 12 Melrose, 7 15 Stoneham, 8 13 South Reading, 10 20 Reading, 12 25 Wilmington, 15 35 Ballardvale, 21 45 Andover. 23 50 Lawrence, 26 60 North Andover, 28 65 Bradford, 32 75 Haverhill, as 75 Plaistow, 38 85 Newton, 41 92 East Kingston, 45 105 Exeter, 50 1 12 So. Newmarket. 54 1 22 Newmarket, 57 1 SO Durham, 62 140 Doiner, 67 150 Somersworth, 70 156 South Berwick, 72 1 65 North Berwick, 78 1 85 Wells, 83 2 15 Kennebunk, as 2 30 Saco, 98 2 80 Scarborough, 105 300 Portland, 111 300 Boston and Worcester. Depot, Lincoln, comer of Bectch Street. Brighton, Angler's Corner^ Newton, Needham, Natick, Saxonville, Framingham, Hopkinton, Southboro', Westboro', Grafton, Mi 11 bury, Worcester, 5 17 7 20 9 25 13 &> 17 45 21 55 21 55 24 65 28 80 32 90 88 1 05 42 125 4i 125 CAB AND COACH FARES. Boston and Lowell, Dcput,/out of Lowell Street. MILKS. FAHES, Somerville, Mtdf rO. South Wobum. Woburn, ■Wilmington, Biller. & Towksbury, Billerica Mills. Lowell, 3 5 8 10 15 10 21 1-2 26 10 10 15 20 SO 40 45 60 Eastern Railroad. Fepit, near East Boston Fei-ry. 25 40 45 56 70 Lynn^ Salem, EcTi'rly, Wenham, Ipswich, Rowley, Newburyport, Salisbury, SeabrooK, Ilajnpton Falls, r.'anptcn. North Hampton, Greenland, I'ortsinouth. South Berwick, Korth Berwick, MtllB. Kennebunk, Snco. Scarborough, rorllaud, Salem to MarbKhead, 9 14 16 20 25 29 34 86 40 42 44 47 49 54 66 72 77 82 92 100 105 4 1 00 1 OS 1 16 1 25 1 32 1 40 1 48 1 50 1 75 1 95 2 '.'5 2 40 2 75 3 00 2 00 C 1-4 Old Colony Eailroad. Depot, Kneeland corner of South Sire J. Dorchester, 4 10 Neponset, 5 12 1-2 Squantum, 6 15 Granite Bri.?.ce, 6 1-4 15 Milton L. JI ills, 7 7-8 18 Quincy, 8 20 Milton U. Mills, 8 3-4 20 Braintree, 10 1-2 2.5 So. Weymouth, 15 40 Abington, 19 1-4 50 South Abington, 21 55 E. Bridgewater, 25 CO Bridgewater, 27 1-2 05 Hanson, 25 65 Halifax, 28 75 I'lympton, SO 80 Kingston, 33 90 Plymouth, 37 1-2 1 00 Fall River Railroad. Old Colony Depot. South Braintree, 111-2 Randolph, 15 Stoughton, Ifi 3-4 North Hric'gewater, 20 E. .iiid W. Brit'gewater, ^5 Bridgewater, 27 Middleboro', 341-2 Myrick's, 41 3-4 1 CO 44 3-4 1 10 Assouctt, Somerset, E'uU River, 48 1-2 1 25 53 135 CAB AND COACH FARES. For carrying a passeaecr fiom oneplice to another, within the city proper Soceite. For children "between three and twelve years of age, if more than ont , or if accompanied by analult, hat price only is to be charged for each child; audf)r ciiildren under tuee yea s of age. when accompanied by their parents, or any adult, no charge is to be m::de. Every driver or owner of any licensed Carriage, shall carry wi-.h er.ch passenger, one trunk and a valise, saddle bor, carpet-b.ag, portmantetu, box, bun lie, "basket, or other article used in tra. tiling, if he be requested so to do, without charge or compensation therefor : Imfor every truuk or other fluch rrticle as above named, more than two, he Bholl be entitled to demand and reciive the sum of 5 cents. m£ i HOTELS IN BOSTON.] 1^, Adams House, 371 Washington street, Cbamberlin & Co ; American House, 42 Hanover street, L. Rice & Co. ; Brom- field House, Bromfield street, S. Croo-kett ; Central House, No. 9 Brattle square, Lucius Slade ; City Hotel, Brattle St., Chamberlain & Gage ; Eastern Exchange Hotel, op[)Osile Eastern R. R. Depot, A. Reed ; Excb.ange Coflee House, Congress square and Devonsiiire street. McGill & Fearing ; Eastern Railroad House, 115 Commercial street, George Nasson ; Empire House, G7 Eastern Av-enue, N. M. Wait.; Fountain House, Beach street, corner Harrison avenue, H. Hamlin; Franklin House, 44 Merchants' Row, Cross, Sam- son & Co. ; Hanover House, 50 Hanover street, C. B. Wil- son ; Jefferson House, 1,6 Ann street, James Lyford ; Mer- chants' Exchange Hotel, State street, H. Dooley ; Marlboro' Hotel, 2-29 Washington street, M. S. Proctor ; Merchants' Hotel, Change Avenue. A. Moullon ; Merrimac House, cor- ner Merchants' and Friend streets, J. 1j. Hanson ; Massa- chusetts House, corner Endicott and Cross streets, D. Har- vey ; Norfolk House, 25 Elm street, Weston Merrilt ; Pa- vilion Hotel, 41 Tremont row, W. E. Russell ; Pemberton House, Howard street, A. H. Murdoch ; Quincy House, corner Brattle street and Brattle square, Eli Wheelock ; Re- vere House, Bowdoin Scjuare, Paran Stephens ; Suffolk House, 390 Washington street, S. W. Pollard ; Tremont House, corner Tremont and Beacon streets, John L. Tucker & Co. ; United Slates Hotel, corner Beach, Kingston and Lincoln streets, Holman ^- Co ; Washington House, 158 Washington street, E. S. Goodnow ; Western Exchange, corner Beach and Lincoln streets, V. Prouty ; Western Ho- tel, 94 and 96 Cambridge street, E. H. Boolittle ; Winthrop House, corner Tremont and Boylston streets, W. H. Spoon- er ; Whitney Hotel, 37 Lincoln street, Charles Whitney. ^ HAI.Z.S, PUBX.IO BUXIaDZNaS, ETC. -o- Adjutant and Quarter Master General's Office, State House; American Academy of Arts and Sciences' Library, 7 1-2 Tremonl Row ; Amory Hall, 323 Washing-ton street ; Asylum for Female Orphans, Washington, corner of Asy- lum ; Boston Athenaeum, Pearl street ; Boston Library, over Arch, Franklin Place; Boston Medica 1 Library, Alhenceum, Pearl street ; Boston Museum, Tremont. near Court street ; Boston Society of Natural History, Savings Bank building ; Boylston Market, Washington, corner of Boylston street ; Boylslon Hall, over Boylston Market ; Brazer's Building, 27 State street ; Boston Theatre, Federal, corner Frankhn Street; Bovvdoin Block, Milk street; Brook's Block, Pearl street ; City Hall, School street ; Court House, Court st. ; Constables' Office, 3 Franklin Avenue ; Canal Block, Black- stone street; Concert Hall, Court, corner Hanover street ; Crufl Block, Pearl street ; Custom House, foot Slate street ; Dearborn's Block, Federal street ; Eye and Ear Infirmary, 1 Green street; Faneuil Hall, Merchants' Row; Female Refuge, 9S Salem street ; Hancock Hall, 339 Washington street; Howard Alhenfcum, Howard street; Jail, Leveret street ; Masonic Temple, Tremont street ; Massachusetts Historical Society's Hall, over Savings Bank, Tremont street ; Massachusetts General Hospital, Allen street ; Mas- sachusetts Hor. Society Room. School street ; Massachu- setts HeaUh Insurance Co , 4 Museum Block, Tremont st. ; Melodeon, 3Gl Washington street; Merchants' Exchange, State street ; Mercantile Library, Broomfield street ; Mis- sionary Rooms of Am. Board ot Foreign Missions, Pember- lon square ; Morton Block, Milk street ; National Theatre, Merrimack street ; Old State House, State street ; Panthe- on Hall, near Boylston market ; Park Hal', Tremont, corner Boylston street ; Quincy Market, between N. and S. Mark- et streets ; Shawmut Hall, 221 Washington street ; Suffolk Hall, Washington, opposite Boylslon street; Slate House, Beacon street ; Tremonl Temple, opposite Tremont house ; Tudor's Building, 20 Court street; Winihrop Hall, Tremont row. A .OTa A laxj^ ,aiMAH DISTANCE FPvOM THE OLD STATE H07SE. WILES. To Summer street, - - . . _ - . .-_ 1-4 " Bo>-lston street --...... 1-2 " Cherry street ---.---._-l •• Soutli Boston Bridge -----_.. 11-1 " lioxbury Line ----....-21-4 " Universalist Church, Ro.'^bury - - . - . 2 1-4 " Pro%"idence Depot -------.- 3-1 " Worcester Depot --.-.... 2-3 " Lowell Depot --..-.-... 2-3 " Maine Denot --------. 1-3 «' Eastern Depot ----..-.-1-2 ♦' Massachusetts Ilospital ...-_-- 5-8 '' McLean Asylum, at Somerville .... - 2 ** Cliarlestowri Stiuare -.-.---. 1 «' State Prison -.----..--11-2 »' Bunker Hill Monument and Navy Yard - - - - 1 1-1 » Chelsea ---2 '' Cambridgcstreet, corner of North Russell street - - 1-2 «' Cambridge Bridge- -----... g-j •* Cambridgeport - - - - - - - . -21-4 " Harvard Uuiversity ..----.-3 1-2 " Mount Auburn --,------43.4 " Winnisimmet Ferry ------- 2-3 " Maverick Square, iSast Boston - - - - - - 1 1-3 " Charles street, corner ofWestern Avenue - - - r.i " Warren street ---------- 5-3 *' Leveret street, corner of Causeway street - . - 1-3 " Hanover street, corner of North Bennetstieet - - . I-2 •• Endof Long "SVhaif 1-2 ' Foot of Fa\'ette street --------1 Through Federal street, to Rroadway, Sonth Boston - • 11-2 " Mount "Washington and Dorchester Heights, SoutliBostoE 2 " House of Reformation .------2 3-4 From Roxbury Line to Winnisimmet Ferry - - - - 2 3-4 Tlie west side of tlie Comniou measures ----- 1-4 From Providence Depot to Worcester Depot - - - - l-:2 BOSTON TWO HTTNDEED YEARS AGO. ■When New-England was first visited by the colonists from Europe, the penin- sula on which tlif city of Boston is nowsituatt d was called S/imviimt by the In- dians. It did not seem to possess many attractions to imni'grants, who prefencd Salem. Charlestown and otlieriilaces for residence. With its three hills, Beacon Hill, Fort Hill and Copp's Uill, the peninsula before it was submitted to the im- provements of civilization, presented a couspicuous and picturesque appear- ance from tlie surrounding country, and was called I'ri-Movntcnn by the settlers of Charlestown. A man by the name of Blaxton, and his family, were for several years the only inhabitants of the peninsula. He resided at the Western extremity, which for many years after bore the name of- Blax on 's I'oint. He claimed the whole peninsiila, as the first settler — but his claim was not allowed. In the year lew. Governor Winthrop. with a numerous company, arrived at Salem from Enpland. But not thinking Salem the most eligible location for the capital, they removed in the followinc year, lliol, to Cnarle town, and soon afterwards to Tri-Mountain, and esta'ljli'shed a settlement which they named Boston, in respect to the Kev. Mr. Cotton, of Boston ia England, who soon after followed them to this part of the world, and became a mmister of the first church. The part of Boston first settled by Governor Winthrop's Company was on the ca*tern side, covering that part of the peninsula which is now traversed by Court and State streets, and the upper part of Washington street. But in a few j-ears a number of inhabitants removed beyond the Creek, as it was then cailed, over the bed of which Blackstone street now passes, and established themselves in the north part of the town, and in a short time, " JN'orth-end" became a popu- lous and flourishing place, Tne result showed the sagacity of Governor Winthrop in selecting the site of the caintal— ftir the increase of business and population became rapid be- yond all expectation ; stores and wharves were built, school-houses established and churches gathered. But during the early part of the settlement, the inhabi- tants were subjected to many trials and 'difficulties— they were repeatedly threatened with famine, and more than once were reduced to extreme want. The houses beinc built of wood were greatly exposed to ravages by fire. In- deed it appears t^om early publications, that there were en devastating fires within the first sixty-nine years after the town was settled, or previous to the year 17t!0. Previous to that year, the town had also been ravaged by the small pox. a disease which proved fatal to many of the inhabitants In the year 170i\ however, tl>e town of Boston contained more than a thousand houses, and upwtiidi of 7tKX) inhabitants. SPECIAL POLICE NOTICE. The Tolice Office is in the City Hall (fronting on Court Square.) and is open at all liours of the day and nightl OflScers who are paid by the city are in atten- dance at all times. Books are kept at the office, in which may be entered a description of all (iocxls lost or stolen ; and immediate information of all robberies, larcenies, or other crimes is desired. All persons losing goods, are requested to give information at the office ; and all persons finding poods are informed, (hat, by leaving the same or n des- cription of them, ett'orts will always be made to obtain a reward for the k finder. Persons vacating their houses for the summer, arc requested to give notice at the office. , Any information in relation to hacks, cabs, omnibusses, or their drivers, or trucks, wagons, handcarts, &c., may be had at tiieoifice. All persons dealing with them are requested to take notice of their numbeis— the superintendents of which are present every day at 8 o'clock, A. M.,and 2 o'clock, P. M. u 12 TRUSS MANUFACTROY. Dr. J. W. PHELPS. OFFICES, AT NO. 63 COURT STREET & 176 TREMONT STREET. Opposite Tremont House. Dr. Phelps has recently returned from a European tour, during which he made professional visits to the Hospi- tals in London and Paris, for the purpose of information with regard to trusses. &e. Besides his establishment in Court street, he has now a beautiful store in Tremont street, thoroughly stocked with the most valuable inven- tions for deformed feet, spinal curvattues and other mal- formations. While abroad Dr. Phelps improved every opportunity for acquiring information in the line of his profession, and the results of his previous practical and theoretical research, joined with the additional knowledge subse- quently acquired, in France and England, have been highly beneficial to the public. We cordially advise all the unfortunate, who are phy- sically deformed by nature, disease or accident, to avail themselves of Dr. Phelhs' information and inventions in their behalf We are satisfied of his ability and experi- ence, and the efficacy of his Trusses, Abdominal Supporters, &c. cannot be doubted at this late day, when they are generally worn and professionally recommended. The patent Convex Spiral Truss and Abdominal Supporter, invented by Dr. Phelps, are now used in the London and Parisian Hospitals, as being the best adapted to the radical cure of Hernia. There is a convenient apartment -for those who wish to try on this or any of the other in- struments. Certificates of recommendation of the above have been received from a number of physicians and surgeons, of the cities of New York and Boston. [7^ TRUSSES AND SHOULDER-BRACES. 13 A. F. BARTLETT, 221 Washington Street, UP STAIRS,^NEAR MAHLBRO' HOTEL. The tendency of the climate of New England is re- maikably productive of pulmonary diseases, of which mOre deaths occur than from any other cause. We call the attention to this fact, that all who are thus afflicted, should avail themselves of every remedy which science and ingenuity has discovered for arresting diseases of this character. Shoulder Braces, Supporters, and inhaling tubes are strongly recommended by the celebrated Dr. Fitch and others as the best and most effectual remedies for the above afflictions. We would cordially recommend those afflicted to try the admirable instruments made by Mr. Bartlett as the best mechanical appliances now known. The celebrated Suspender Shoulder Brace, combining suspenders and shoulders, invented and patented by Mr. B., is an easy and most effective remedy for stooping shoulders, weak backs, and all affections of the chest. Pulmonary affections, spinal weakness, and contracted chests are greatly relieved by wearing the Brace. Gentle- men of the highest standing have given this Brace their most cordial approbation. He has beautiful Shoulder Braces for ladies also. Mr. Bartlett has made and sold vast nurnbers of these articles. This fact, and the superior skill evinced in their manufacture, is a guarantee of their popularity and usefulness. He disclaims all certificates, and simply says that they are recommended by the most eminent physicians of Boston and elsewhere. 14 ALE AND PORTER MANUFACTORY. URI BURT, No. 64 Commercial Street. The pi-oprietor of this establishment has had a practical experience of nearly thirty years in his business, and for twelve years past has had the control of the ex'-^r.sive ale and porter manufactory in Albany. I*, is the errone- ous opp ess ion of many that the rnaltiquors of Great Britain are far superior to those of any other country. It is true that until within a few years the Scotch ale and London portisrhave enjoyed a deserved celebrity, but it is equally tr':;; that they are quite as much indebted to the advantage? cf long established reputation as they are to their intrinsic merits. What is old in fame is always more prized than v. hat is less mature, even though the latter be equal in olher respects. We have no wish to disparage other brewages \yhen "we affirm the Pale end Amber Ale and Porter, brewed by the celebrated Burt of Albany, to be equal to any ever manufactured, and superior to any other kind ever brew- ed in America, — Long and ambitious experience has at length enabled him to furnish the most palatable as well as the least injurious malt liquors to be found on our con- tinent, of home brewage. We invite those who are par- tial to those beverages to visit the following depots and test them: 64 Commercial street, Boston; 153 Gieen- wich street, N^w York; Main and Front streets, Brook- lyn, N.y. ; and the main brewery, at the corner of Mont- gomery and Colonie streets, Albany. The ale and porter are tightly put up in hogsheads, barrels and half-barrels, for land or sea transportation ; they W'ill keep through the Surnmer, and are carefully coopered up for long voyages. We hope these remarks will be of use as a direction to dealers. RULING AND BINDING ESTABLISHMENT. 15 MC ADAl^S BROTHERS. 120 Washington Street. This firm having made many, valuable improvements in the art of Paper Ruling have fitted up an entirely new apparatus — by which they have surmounted nearly all the difficulties and labor attending the old and labori- ous system. Owing to those improvements they are pre^ pared to Rule Paper in any quantity at the shortest no- tice and warrant the same to be more perfect in every respect than any other of the present day at the following- rates : Cap paper, twenty-five or more reams of one pattern in red and blue, twenty-five cents per ream ; twenty-five or more reams, one pattern in blue only, fifteen cents per ream ; from ten to twenty-five reams, one pattern red and blue, thirty cents per ream; from two to twenty-five reams, one pattern, blue only, eighteen cents per ream; less than ten reams, one pattern, red and blue thirty-five cents per ream; single reams red and blue, forty cents per ream: single reams in blue only twenty-five cents per ream; Demy, red and blue, seventy^five cents per ream; Demy, blue only, fifty cents per ream. Large re- duction for quantities. They are also prepared to contract for ruling large quantities at lower rates than the above and warrant to time and qi:ality. Paper manufacturers and persons in the vicinity of Boston, paying high prices for an inferior quality of ruling, will find it to their advantage to patronize this establishment. 16 BOOKSELLERS AND PUBLISHERS. JAMES MUHROE & CO., 134 Washington Street, Boston, AND LYCEUM BUILDING. CAMBRIDGE. The stand occupied by the firm of James Munrce & Co. (James Munroe & William H. Dennet,) has been used for the Book business for more than fifty years - The present occupants have had long experience in the business and carry on an^extensive^trade as Publishers, J50oksellers and Importers. Mnnroe & Co. keep constantly on hand all .^ancfard books, etc. ,n every variety of binding. They are largely engaged in publishing Classical works ; among whiclr may be found : The Editions of President Woolsey, Pro- iessors Felton, Champlin, Beck, Crosby, Follen, Bachi, Sales, Longfellow, &c., and among the miscellaneous publications are those of Channing, Ware, Greenwoo i^merson, Follen, Buckminsfer, Burnap, Nichol, (J P the American Almanac, &c., &c. They also supply Sabbath SchooL^ Parish and District Libraries, and also Book-Clubs, and Societies in genei.L Their establishment is one of the very highest reputa- tion, and those who are purchasing will act wisely in visiting a depot of evident and acknowledged merit. BOOKSELLERS AND PUBLISHERS. 17 GOULD, KENDALL 6l LINCOLN, No. 59 Washington Street. This firm consists of Charles D. Gould, Charles S. Kendall, and Joshua Lincoln. '• Ftfty-Nine Washington Street" has beconie known throughout our country as a Book-store.' — For a period of about eighty years this establishment has been occupied for the book business. First by Samuel Hall, for thirty or forty years ; then by Lincoln & Edmands, for nearly thirty years ; two years by Lincoln, Edmands & Co., and for the ■odLSt fourteen years by the present well known firm, Gould, Ken- dall & Lincoln, who stand among the oldest and most reputable of the book-traders in this city. This firm has distinguished itself for fair and honorable dealings, for the useful and elevated character of its edu- cational works, and the decidedly moral and religious tone of all its miscellaneous publications ; as well as for its superior style and unilormly thorough manner of manufacturing them. From their prolific press issue the valuable works of the Messrs. Chambers., — the" Cyclopedia of English Literature," the " Miscellany," " Modern French Litera- ture," " French Revolutions," " Library for Young People,'' etc. Immense editionsof these are in circulation. They are publishers of Dr. Wayland's Works, now used as text-books in our colleges and high schools. G. K. and L. also publish the new and extensively used Prin- ciples of Zoology by Professor Agassiz and Dr. Gould. Their general assortment of books, in all branches of literature, science and theology, is very large: — and particular attention is paid to supplying country traders, colleges, academies, theological and other schools, and libraries. 18 BOOTS AND SHOES. HENRY L. DAGGETT, No. 202 Washington Street. o Mr. Henry L. Daggett has been in the Boot and Shoe business in Boston, for the last fifteen y^ars. Du- ring that long period he has won and maintained the confidence of a very large and increasing number of custom'ers : not by chance luck but by the superior durability and finish of his work, his well assorted stock, and the fairness and urbanity of his dealings. He employs the best workmen, and finds himself fully re- compensed for this, by the permanency of the custom which it has attracted. The store of Mr. Daggett, at 202 and 204 Washington Street, is occupied by the seve- ral departments of his business, which within a few years has greatly extended. The lower floor is devoted exclusively to the retail business; the chambers to the u-holesale dealing in Boots, Shoes and .SAoe Slock; and the upper story to manufacturing. The chambers con- tain a large assortment of Shoe Stock, particularly of French kid, morocco, patent calf skins, the best galloons, &c. His custom work is of the most faithful and tasteful de- scription. He has the right of manufacturing and sell- ing the well-known Congress boots and shoes — an inven- tion in several respects superior to any now in use. In the article of Ladies^ and Gentlcnien''s French Boots and Shoes, he has had a long and successful experience, and we confidently recommend to our readers to examine this portion of his stock, and see for themselves if it is not really unsurpassed. One who has so long and con- stantly supplied the wants of the community in the boot and shoe line, may well be adjudged a substantial and reliable dealer, especially when favored with so rap- id an augmentation of trade as has fallen to the lot of Mr. Daggett. — Patronage thus bestowed rewards both workman and dealer. BOOTS AND SHOES. 19 HENRY H. TUTTLE. LATE TUTTLE & OAKES. No. 31 Tremont Row. The establishment conducted by this tradesman is one of the most elegant and extensive in the city. Mr. Tuttle has had a long experience in the Boot and Shoe Business and now enjoys a large and increasing trade. At this establishment may be found at all times every variety of Boots, Shoes, Slippers, &c. of the newest and latest styles both from home and foreign manufacture. Connected with the store Mr. Tuttle has a large manufactory where are employed some of the best workmen in the country, and the entire satisfaction which he furnished a vast number of constant patrons, ladies and gentlemen, with durable and elegant articles of the finest workman- ship, warranted to fit, and adapted to all the peculiarities of form in the human foot, is the best recommendation a tradesman can desire. Mr. Tuttle pays particular attention to the importing of ladies French Boots and Shoes, and is constantly re- ceiving from the best manufactures in London, Paris and New York, the most desirable siyles of Ladies' Gaiter Boots and Shoes. Strangers and residents will find this a valuable store to make purchases. 20 BONNET MANUFACTORY. JOHN P. BOWKER, JR. Bio. 153 Washington Street. There are few occupations which require an exhibi- tion of taste on the part of the manufacturer, more than the manufacture of ihe bonnet, inasmuch as modern re- finement has rendered that covering of the head as much of an ornament and a thing of fashion, as a thing of use. There is no end to the fastidious fancies which dictate the leading styles of bonnets for every season of the year; and he who can, by hh taste and enterprise, acquire the reputation of being the most popular and fashionable Bon- net-Manufacturer in so refined a metropolis as Boston, has no ordinary merits. This reputation may be attributed to John P. B.iwker, Jr., who by dint of an experience of about^/i!een years as a manufacturer, and nine as a manu- facturer and dealer, has gained a large and still rapidly increasing business. His chambers, the entrance to which is at 163 Wash- ington Street, are six in number, and over two stores. Here he carries on the manufacture of Straw Bonnets of every description of styte and material. His Bonnet- Pressing department is capable of turning out 800 bonnets per day; this brancli of the business having so rapidly increased as to induce the proprietor to extend his prem- ises to their present capacity. The bonnets manufac- tured by John P. Bowker, Jr., have long been known for their exquisite fashion and finish. It is hardly question- able whether they are not superior to any other in the State; they are at least itnsurpassabtc in beauty and vari- ety, and command a rapid sale. Wholesale and retail dealers and purchasers will find this establishment a de- sirable one to trade with. CROCKERY AND GLASS. 21 W. R. 6c A. H. SUMNER, 137 Washington St. For many years these dealers have been known to this community as merchants of long experience, and are among the most prominent of the wholesale and retail dealers in the Crockery, Glass and China Ware business. The store is in a central location, and has been well known for over thirty years, as a leading Crockery Store. In an establishment of the above character, one can hardly fail of obtaining complete satisfaction in puchas- ing, since the stock is very extensive and richly and vari- ously assorted, and superior to most others, embracing almost every article usual to the tables of Hotels, Private Houses, Steamboats, Vessels and Restaurants, besides a large variety of other housekeeping articles. To this de- partment particular attention is paid, its materials being imported from the best houses, and comprising every style and article in the line, from the richest China to the most ordinary Crockery and Stone Ware. It would be impossible for us to enumerate the articles comprised in so extensive an establishment, and we trust that the reader will examine and compare them for himself. We have done so, and cheerfully testify to their value, beau- ty and variety. Their assortment of Table- Cut letj, Britannia Ware, Solar Lamps, and Tea-Trays, is very extensive; ant the fact that they import their own goods enables them to sell at the most reasonable prices. Orders forwarded to this firm will be executed with the same particularity and faithfulness, as if the party purchasing were present. Every article sold as perfect will be warranted so, and the packing department is rn careful and skilful hands. 28: CARPET WAREHOUSE. BALLARD 6t PRINCE, Nos. 7 & 9 Bromfield Street. The splendid warehouse now occupied by Ballard & Prince offers a singular contrast to that which they for so many years tenanted on Washington street. The latter is now standing, and is rennavkable for the anti- quity of its fashion. The new, neat and elegant building they now occupy in Bromfield street, is equally remarka- ble for its appearance, being singularly well adapted to each branch of the Carpeting Business. It is one of those many beautiful mercantile edifices which have so entirely altered the appearance of Bromfield street, since it was widened and straightened by the city authorities. But our remarks have to do with Ballard & Prince. This is one of the most capacious and completely stocked "waiehouses in the New England States. They have carried on the Carpeting business for over thirty years. The origin of their establishment dates as far back as the year 1795. It was commenced by Smith & Sharps, who were succeeded by Smith & Parker, John Ballard, Jr.~& Co., J.& J. Ballard, and the existing firm of Ballard & Prince, which comprises Joseph Ballard, Charles A. Prince and William Ballard. It is impossible for us to describe the variety of Foreign and Domestic Carpetings, etc., which stock their warehouse : indeed we have not even space to enter into details. Suffice it to say that they are importers of Foreign and dealers in A7nerica7i Carpeting of all kinds, and have constantly on hand a large variety o[ hearth-rugs, mats, stair-carpetings, painted floor-cloths, straw matting, &c. Their floor-accommoda- tions are very extensive, offering fine facilities fox planning and cutting carpets. CARPET WAREHOUSE. S3 JOHN DOaaSTT Sc CO., No- 234 Washington Street. For the period of twenty-five years the respectable firm ol Doggett & Co. has been known to our community. All our citizens are familiar with the name, and with the spacious warehouse in Tremont Row, where Doggett & Co. were formerly located. At that establishment they long enjoyed a most enviable reputation, and exten- sive patronage from all classes. — Smce their removal to their present store, on the chief thorouirhfare of the city, they have confined their attention exclusively to the importation and sale of every variety of the best Foreign Fabrics of Carpeting, as also to the sale of Rugs, Bookings, Mats, and all articles usually found in such stores. Doggett & Co. also receive, from the best manufac- tories in the country, three-ply superfine and common Car- pfting, Rugs, etc., the co'ors of which they will warrant to be as fast and the fabrics as durable as any that are im- ported. They also have Painted Floor-cloths, narrow and wide, well seasoned and warranted. It is well for those who wish to be assured that what they purchase is of really sterling merit, and all that is represented by the vender, to buy at those stores of hiuh and established repute. A dealer whose integrity has been undoubted for years, will not risk it by duplicity in a single bargain. Dr. Johnson said thnt when he wished to buy any com- modity of which he himself was not a judge, and in the purchase of which he did not wish to get cheated he always went to " a lofty shop." The rule was a shrewd one, and the reason obvious. We know of no merchants in Boston on whose word we would more implicitly rely, than that of Doggett & Co.; and this confidence is amply sustained. 24 CLOTHIKG. JOHN GOVE 6l CO., 1 & 2 Hicliborn Block, Ann Street. John Gove & Co. are successors to Gove, Lock & Co., who, at 60 Commercial Street, Boston, as also in New - Orleans, were for many years engaged extensively in the clothit^g trade. The present firm found the store on Commercial street too limited for their rapidly extending business, and so, about a year and a half since, they moved to their present admirable location, the granite building, on the corner of Ann and Barrett streets. There is no store in Boston, exclusively engaged for this busi- ness, which is so large as tlie above. A feature, deserving of particular notice and commendation in connection with their business, is the fact that they devote a princi- pal share of their attention to the prst class of Custom Work, a department in which they employ about fifty operatives. This desirable feature in the clothing trade is comparatively rare, and their adoption of it has secured to them a large and increasing amount of substantial and desirable custom. For the trade wlih fishermen, whalemen and sm?rtm generally, they keep on hand an unsurpassable assortment of oiled clothing, water-proof hats, southivesfers, caps, belts, sheaths, palms, heavy Russia and American frocks, pilot coats, heavy coats, of all sorts, jackets, pants, etc., etc. In the Furnishing Goods department every desirable article is constantly to be found, and of the choicest character. The conspicuousness of the above locality, no less than its central character, makes it the general and convenient resort of all classes. Purchasers will do well to examine this establishment. CLOTHING. 25 BABSON, DEACON &l LEMOYNE, FANEUIL HALL CLOTHING ESTABLISHMENT, Elarket Square, under Faneuil Kail. One of the most respectable and extensive Clothing "Warehouses in Boston is that of Babson, Deacon & Lemoyne, who are both distinguished for the wholesale and retail sale of Ready Made Clothing and Piece Goods. Thoy have established their reputation upon a most firm and fflvorable basis. While they guarantee to their patrons well-made cloth- inff at most reasonable rates, the proprietors make no undue clamor in relation to their establishment. It speaks for itself. Any one vv^ll be at once convinced of the great extent of their business operations, by entering their capacious and well arranged rooms under Faneuil Hall, and surveying the vast amount of stock on hand. Garments of every texture and fashion -may there be seen in vast quantities, while the busy scene before the spectator, the number of active salesmen, cutters and customers, afford tangible evidence of the popularity of the place. They are among the most popular dealers in the clothing trade now doing business in Boston. They employ none but the most skilful cutlers, and the organ- ization of their establishment, the fairness of their terms, and the fidelity with which their garments are made up, speak volumes in their favor to the discerning. We advise purchasers to this visit place. 26 CONFECTIONERY. GEOFGE W. VINTOH, No, 343 Washington Street. Any one who has passed by the above extensive and favorite "ice cream saloon " in the evening, cannot but have remarked it especially, on account of its brilliancy, spaciousness and elei;ance, no less than for the number of visitors who habitually resort thither. Being on the great thoroughfare of the city, and in a favorable location in other respects, it has been long and well patronized, — less, however, for these advantages, than for its merits in the most important respects, viz: richness and delicacy of its confectionery; beauty, fashion and convenience of its apartments and equipments, and the promptitude and courtesy of all in attendance. As we have frequently visited this establishment, be- fore we ever became acquainted with the proprietor, we can the more readily speak, from unbiassed experience. We deem Vinton's c^^nfectionery to be a model one, and worthy to be copied by any other in the Union. In size it surpasses any other in the city, being anaply able to accommodate 100 persons at tables, at one time. Mr. Vinton has had an experience of thirty years — a period . which will be doubtless deemed sufficiently long for the acquisition of perfection in this or any branch of business. His Ca]x:es and Confedionery are manufactured in the best manner, and on the most reasonable terms. A Diploma, for the best Wedding Cake, has been awarded him by the Mechanics' Fair. He s\.\\i\i\\es families^ public diUiS. private parties^ and hotel keepers, with ice creams, blayic mange, pre- serves, jellies, jams, he, at the shortest notice ; also almond pyramids, orange baskets, and other table ornaments. Con- nected with the store are elegant apartments, wherein Tea, French Coffee, Ojislers, etc.> are served up. CONFECTIONERY. 27 CHARLES COPELAND. Nos, 85 and 87 Court Street. This establishment has been in existence as a Con- fectionery for 17 years, and during that period it has acquired a popularity second to none in the city. A confectionery of such high reputation merits and com- mands the patronage of the public. He is in the constant receipt of orders to supply the caterers of balls, parties pic-nics, hotels and others with the dainties of his manu- facture. None of the experienced Parisian or London confectioners are able to excel him, either in the variety richness or beauty of the various kinds of confectionery Mr. Copeland deals largely in French Confectionenj, of all kinds, as also in Fancy Ornaments, which are distin- guished for exquisite taste and beauty. Throughout New England he does an extensive wholesale and retail busi- nesS; and his name is widely and favorably known. For his Weddmg Cake he has received a diploma at the JVIechanics' Fair, as also for the best specimens of con- fectionery. To Fancy Cake, Pastry, and Confectionery, he directs his chief attention, and in the manufacture of those, the features of his business, he is particularly skilled. The different kinds of Ice Cream, Plum Cakes, Frozen Sherbet, Jellies, Blanc Mange. Table Ornaments, etc., he is ever ready to supply and to any requisite amount. In his Saloons, which are large and beautiful, visitors can be furnished with Coffee, Tea, Soda, Mead, and Pastry of every kind. Strangers in town should call upon this eminent confectioner, at the above location, and they will satisfy themselves that what we have stated is true in each and every particular. 28 CLOCK MANUFACTURERS. DANIEL PRATT 6t SONS, No. 2 Union Block, CORNER OF UNION AND MARSHALL STS. Since the death of the celebrated Aaron Willard, for- merly the most eminent and meritorious manufacturer of Clocks in the United States, we know of none who can rank as superior, in experience or ability, to Pratt & Sons, the senior partner of which firm has been employed in the clock and watch manufacture for over twenty years. The reputation he has acquired is not confined to New England or the Union, but has extended into various foreign markets, where Pratt's clocks are pre-eminent in popular estimation. The time-keepers made by Pratt & Sons are all warranted to keep perfect time. Their manufactory of brass and wooden clocks is the largest Jn the United States. Had we room, we would enter into a description of the various kinds of time-keepers manufactured at their large establishment, but the reader will see that here, as in all other instances, we are compelled to be brief, and furnish only the more important items pertaining to each house of which we treat. We will therefore simply add that Pratt & Sons repair as well as manufacture clocks, and for this purpose keep on hand parts of docks, i}ecesssLTy for the work of mending the most valuable and more common kinds; likewise all sorts of clock materials. Their clocks are adapted to every style of building apart- ment; for instance, churches, banks, counting houses, parlors, kitchens, etc. Knowing, as we do, the annoy- ances which are avoided by purchasing a really good article in this trade, we advise those who intend to buy, to visit the above establishment, and ihus save them- selves the vexation of constant vigilance and tinkering over a catch-penny clock DAGUERREOTYPE MINIATURES. 29 JOHN A. WHIPPLE, No. 95 Washington Street. One of the greatest disadvantages with which the Da- guerreotype art has had to contend, has been the number of inferior artists, (with inferior instruments) who, by perpetrating some of the most abominable likenesses, (?) have hindered many from patronizing the art. To artists like Mr. Whipple, however, the public are as much in- debted as to the art. The almost inimitable clearness, accuracy of expression and freedom from gloom, which characterize the likenesses taken at his studio, 96 Wash- ington street, have given him a very lucrative notoriety, and have done much to dissipate the prejudices which till recently existed against Daguerreotype miniatures. A visit to Mr. Whipple's studio will well repay the visitor, and assure him of the skill of the artist; and as an addi- tional proof of this we will mention that the Governor and Council of Massachusetts have sat to him for their likenesses in a gioup, and a copy of the admirable pic- ture thus taken now hangs in the artist's room, where it attracts general admiration. The members of the three learned professions have patronized him to a great extent, and also families who were desirous of being represented in one picture togeth- er. In commending Mr. Whipple, we wish it to be un- derstood that we do so with peculiar earnestness, from the fact that more than nine tenths of the existing host of Daguerreotype artists spoil ninety-nine miniatures where they produce one of real excellence; in such hands the likeness depends on mere hazard, and chance has more to do in the premises than skill. We therefore urge all who wish for a fine, vivid likeness, to call upon a sterling artist. 30 DRY GOODS. DANIELL 6l Co.'s ONE PRICE STORE, No. 201 Washington Street. Daniell & Co. have occupied their present location for upwards of fifteen years. They have had more than twenty years' experience in the Dry Goods line in this city, and have attained a high reputation. Shawls, Silks, Linens, Flannels, Blankets, Quilts, Cot- tons, and in brief all the articles which are usually termed Housckifping Goods, aie to be found in endless variety of style and quality at this establishment; which is second to none in the satisfaction it gives to a large amount of constant patronage. They have, also, a very extensive assortment of fashionable Dress Goods. Their Shawl Room, up stairs, is universally commend- ed by ladies, to whom it affords an opportunity of selecting the most fashionable, rich and costly shawls bought in the market. Great care is bestowed upon this department, and it is one of the main sources of tlie in- come of the firm. Daniell & Co. import, for themselves, the various styles of Embroidery brought into vogue in Paris and London, and are thus enabled to afford them very low ; and as their agents merely select those styles which miet with the most rapid sale here, they aie not necessi- tated, like many, to await the disposal of an old stock before they purchase a new. The most beautiful pat- terns they have constantly on hand. This is thoroughly and undeniably a house of long and good repute. FEATHER BEDS, MATTRESSES, fcC. 31 JAMES H. HALLETT, No. 16 Dock Square- The origin of this firm dates back as far as 1825. Mr. Hallet was firstly apprentice to Mr. Daniel Dole, whom he subsequently joined in partnership, and finally suc- ceeded in business, which for six years he has continued alone, and with a degree of success which is a sufficient testimony of public confidence. In this business, perhaps more than in any other, it is desirable to the purchaser to be assuied of the integrity of the dealer; inasmuch as upon those unacquainted with the trade, deception is easy to be practiced. There are comparatively few good judges of the qualities of hair and feathers, which are widely different in quality and price. Poorer sorts are often palmed off for the best, and mixtures of feathers, as well as of hair, are frequently made without detection The reputation of Mr. Hallett, together with his mode of trading, is a sufficient safeguard to purchasers. He war- rants oil beds for one year — thus allowing ample time for a trial o[ what he sells. Here is an advantage of great importance to provident housekeepers. Feathers are here conveniently packed for the country trade. Bedding for vessels' cabins, is always on hand in full assortments. Curled Hair, Moss, &c., for carriage manufacturers, fur- riers, etc., is here to be had in great variety and at the lowest terms. It would be tedious to enumerate the various qualities and prices, and we therefore invite all strangers and residents in the city to call at Hallett's, in Dock Square, before they purchase elsewhere. His stock is large, various and complete, and his reputation for integrity, fair prices, and punctuality in attending to orders, unsurpassed. 32 DENTISTRY. W. T. G. MORTON, M, D. Ho. 19, Tremont Row. The reputation of Dr. Morton is so prominent and so generally conccled to be high, even among his profes- sional brethren and scientitic men generally, that "we will in this connection only copy the following excellent no- ice from the Boston Medical and Surgical Journal, the very best authority: — Gold Plate Work in Dentistry. — Those who are inter- ested in the onward progress of the mechanical part of dentistry, will read the communication from Dr. Morton, in the Journal of to-day, with much satisfaction. We re- cently examined a specimen of the beautiful philosophi- cal contrivance referred to, by which a plate, fitted to the roof of the mouth, actually sustained a weight of ten pounds, by the mere pressure of the atmosphere. If it is an old principle, It ;s certainly a very admirable one which in this particular application commends itself at sight. If our operators would obviate the swaying, slid- ing movement which the tongue, in an imperfect cast of the region, gives to an upper set of artificial teeth, they would at once be influenced by the suggestions contain- ed in this article. Dr.^ Morton deserves the thanks of practitioners and the public for this improvement in the practice of dentistry. DENTISTRY. 33 J. A. CUMMINGS, M.D., No. 23 Tremont Row, opposite the Boston Museum. For nearly ten years this skilful Surgeon Dentist has been practically employed in his profession, and by his natural capability in that critical vocation, together with his untiring devotion to it, he has placed himself in the front rank of the surgeon dentists of Boston, and sur- rounded himself with a most prosperous business. Tes- timonials in his favor are numerous and of high author- ity. They establish his claims in the characteT we give him, and we copy one from the Boston Evening Journal, a publication of high respectability nnd whose assertions are as reliable as those of any journal in the city: " We are glad to learn that Dr. Cummings, so well and favorably known in this community, for urbanity of address, enterprize, skill, and eminent success as a den- tist, has removed to No. 23 Tremont Row, opposite the new Museum. Dr. C. justly ranks among the first of his profession. His superior talent, united with rare personal qualities, cannot fail to secure to him a large shareof public patron*ge.'' Dr Cummings has chosen central and pleasant rooms, and has secured the services of skilful and polite assist- ants. His terms are invariably made satisfaclori/, and all his work is vjarranted. To all who desire it he furnishes ether or chloroform, when extracting teeth — a part of his profession which is very extensive. He also furnishes single or blocks of teeth, and repairs and fills them in the most faithful manner. Those who wish further author- ity as to the subject of this notice, are referred to Drs. Warren, Ware, Fisher, and physicians of Boston gener ally. 34 EATING HOUSE. FRANCIS :i^S:i.Z.IHEN. Head of Norfolk Avenue, rear 185 1-2 Washington St- FoR several years past the eating-house of Milliken has been widely known^ not only throughout this city but throughout New England. His establishment is un- deniably a favorite resort, as may be proved by an hour's stay in it, at any time of the day or evening. A contin- uous stream of customers it attracts from morning till night, and his very prompt and efficient assistants give universal satisfaction. Theie are three particular fea- tures about this establishment, to which we call general attention. It is open all day and night, so that any citizen or sttanger who is benighted, acd cannot avail himself of his usual abode, can here find not only good meals at any hour, but likewise a good bed, and upon the very lowest ter7ns. Mr. IMilliken's arrangement in this respect has met with such favor, as to induce him to enlarge Ins lodg- ing apartments, which are now very capacious. We wish it to be understood, that while this is widely known as a cheap eating house, it is a very popular resort — a cir- cumstance which proves that its cheapness of prices is not obtained at the expense of the quality of the food. He has a large number of assistants in the various de- partments, and they officiate with great order and alac- rity. Mr. Milliken has several branches in his flourish- ing establishment. In connection with the main one, of which we have been speaking, there are apartments for ladiis exclusively. Vie commend the establishment to the support of all. Mr. M. is, at the present writing, about to add accommodations to hisalready large eating rooms. HATS, CAPS AND FURS. 35 W. M. SHUTE, 173 Washington Strest, NEAR THE HEAD OF MILK. Mr. W. M. SiruTE ileals in Hats, Caps, Furs, Gloves, IJy. brellas and Buffalo Robes, both at wholesale and retail. He has been established in this business for the last ten years, and is familiarly known to Bostonians generally. His estaWishment is very large, occupying the whole building, and his chambers up stairs are very spacious. We refer the reader to the fol- lowing notices: It relieves a purchaser of many embarrassments when he enters a store, to know that the Goods before him were made upon honor, that nothing will be said of them except in accordance with the strictest truth, and that the price put upon them is fair and reasonable. — Boston Recorder. The strict veracity of Mr. S. is the great secret of his success. They that buy of him become liis constant cus- tomers — Washingtonian. Mr. Shute is one who does business on right princi- ples, and should be patronized. — True Wesleyan. He is an importer as well as manufacturer, and in the second and third stories of his large establishment, the wholesale dealer will find every variety of goods in his line, at favorable prices. — Whig. 36 FANCY GOODS, COMBS, &C. J. L. BATES 6l A. S. JORDAN, 129 Washington St. "The firm that occupies the above spacious and splen- did establishment, consists of Joseph L. Bates, formerly at No. 6 Court Street, and Alexander S. Jordan, formerly at No. 2 Milk Street. Both of these tradesmen are well known as of the highest repute, of great taste, tact, integ- rity and enterprise. Besides being importers of European Fancy and useful commodities, they manufacture the following articles, in the upper stories of their building : Splendidly Wrought Shell Combs, Ladies' Furs, Umbrellas, Parasoletts, Walk- ing Canes, &c. &c. The large warehouse of Bates & Jordan is thronged with a glitteiing host of all those indispensable minor articles of domestic utility which contribute so material- ly to the wants of every one; and every imaginable arti- cle which the luxury and comfort of the Toilet, the Par- lor, or the Drawing-room demand, is here to be found in every style extant. Perfumery, Cosmetics, Musical Instruments, Cutlery, Paintings, Engravings from Paris and London, as well as the best American Games, and sundries innumerable and of the most antipodean variety, furnish forth the estab- lishment of Bates h Jordan with a profusion of Luxuries and conveniences, useful to all and attractive to thous- ands. The firm transact a very great amount of busi- ness, and their store is one of the most frequelited in the city. To Wholesale as well as Retail purchasers, we com- mend this establishment, assuring all in the pursuit of new and tasteful Goods that they will be sure of being supplied at this place, and at fair prices. FANCY GOODS STORE. 37 GEORGE H. CHAPMAN, JR 6l CO., Nos. 41 6t 43 Kilby Street. o This is one of the oldest establishments in the Fancy Goods business, in the city. Commenced over a quarter of a century ago, by the father of the present proprietors, and so well and favorably known to traders throughout New England, we can say nothing that will add to its reputation. Messrs. Chapman & Co. have recently re- moved from the store so long occupied by them in State Street, to a new, large and commodious store, 41 and 43 'Kilby Street, which is completely stocked with every va- riety of articles usnally found in an establishment of this kind; among which are Spring Cutlery, Scissors, Razors, Fancy Hard Ware, Brushes, Percussion Caps, Combs of every description, Accordeons, Buttons, (all kinds,) Per- fumery, Needles, Whalebone, Silver Pencils, Beads, Silk Guards, Steel Goods, Razor Strops, etc. Wholesale dealers in English, French, German and American Fancy Goods, will find this a valuable house to visit. It is even unequalled in extent and variety by any similar establishment in New England; and we feel warranted in saying that their terms will be found most reasonable. Orders forwarded to this firm will be executed with promptness, and the same justice done to the purchaser as though he were present himself., Messrs. G. H. C. & Co. pay .particular attention to the importation of English Cutlery, from the best houses and are also dealers in American manufactures. 36 LIFE INSURANCE. N. E. MUTUAL LIFE IKSURAMCE CO., NO. 28 STATE STREET. The advantages of Life Insurance are obvious to all. Some safeguard against the contingent evils of life, should always be provided, v^'hen the expense is moderate in proportion to the advantages derived. None can tell at v^'hat hour he may be called away. Existence termi- nates as often with the young and healthy as with the old and infirm, and thus the necessity is as urgent for the former as the latter to provide some security against the consequences of a death which involves the happiness and even the existence of those who are dependent upon us. It needs no sermon, no logic, but some persuasion' to enforce upon the public mind the benefits and the duty of obtaining Life Insurance — not in all cases, but in many; and we wish those who feel this to be true, and especially of themselves and friends, to give the sub- ject a serious thought, and avail themselves of the advantages in which those they love may wish to share, before it is too late. Some persons delay to make their wills, under the surperstilious impression that it is a forerunner of a near death; and there are others who from the same vague idea, avoid Life Insurance. But these are false and foolish notions, and are daily proved so. Delays and doubts should never be suffered to step between us and substantial good. The uncer- tainties of nature should be combatted by the certainties of art : and surely, the pittance is well expended, which, while it provides for the necessities of thefutu etakfsbut little from the luxuries of the present. Every person who is insured, thereby becomes a member of the Company, and has a right to vole at its meetings ; he also, from the time of taking out his policy, has a proportional interest in the accumulating fund of the Company, which has gone on regularly increasing since commencing business, and promises favorably for further distribution of profits. HEALTH-INSUJRANCE COMPANY. 39 MASSACHUSETTS HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY. A. L. STIMSON, Secretary. No. 4 Museum Building, Tremont St. The Massachusetts Health Insurance Companyw?LS incor- porated April 20tb, 1S47, and conamenced operations July 1st, 1847. It already numbers several thousand members. The first public proposition for the establishment of a conapany to underwrite against the expenses of sickness, was made in Boston, about the middle of February, 1846, by A. L. Stimpson, Esq , (well known as the former able editor of our public journals,) through a series of news- paper articles — a part of which consisted of an epistolary correspondence between him and Dr. John Ware, Dr. Z. B. Adams, Dr. Winslow Lewis, Jr , and George S. Hillard, Esq. Up to this time, allowances in sickness, for stipu- lated periodical contributions, had been made only by the institutions for mutual aid; and the credit of oiiginating this beneficent description of underwriting, as a regular branch of mercantile business, belongs to the Massachu- setts Company, of which Mr. Stimson is the Secretary. The benevolent institution, of which he is so active an agent, has in his connection with it, a double recommen- dation to public confidence and regard. The Directors of this institution are men of fortune and character, and well-known throughout the Union for practical benevo- lence and good works. For a small annual premium, 1o this Company, a healthy man may secure a handsome weekly income in case of sickness. If a man be de- pendent upon his labors for an income, whether he be a farmer, a mechanic, a physician, an attorney, or a clergyman, he should lose no time in providing for the evil day, which brings disease and incapability. It is one of the most important institutions of modern times. 40 I^TDIA-RUBBER WAREHOUSE. JOHN CAPEN, No- 12 Broomfield Street, GRANITE BLOCK, NEAR WASHINGTON ST. Every article usually manufactured from India Rub- ber, according to the ireiprovements of Goodyear and others, may be found at this extensive establishment, and all articles are warranted not to harden in the sever- est cold, nor become soft or sticky in warm climates. Heretofore these desirable qualities have not been impart- ed to India Rubber as manufactured by the Roxbury Company. In point of durability it is now superior to leather, for many purposes. The immense variety of articles, and the many useful purposes to which this material is adapted, are truly wonderful, and worthy a visit to 12 Broomfield Street. Water-proof clothing of every description, boots, shoes, hats, caps, coats, pants, leggings, and all articles to defend the person against stormy weather, as also cloths for cariiage covering, sheeting, steam engine packing, machine belting, water- hose, &c., are here sold at manufacturers' prices ; articles not found in the warehouse will be manufactured to order. The cost of the vulcanized India Rubber clothing is but little more than that of oil-clothing, and is invariably found far cheaper in the end. This new and valuable discovery has met with great and general favor, and will not only greatly contribute to comfort, but even to he preservation of life, and to defence against disease. No mariner or other person exposed to inclement weather should be without a suit of vulcanized India Rubber clothing. All sorts of air-tight and water-proof goods are for sale at this great warehouse, at wholesale and re- tail — airbeds, air pillows, air cushions, life jackets, life preservers, — the details are innumerable. Articles for medical and surgical uses are also here obtainable, and all kinds of gutta percha manufactures. LINEN AND HOUSE-KEEPING GOODS. 41 THEODORi: BAKER. (late baker & BRUCE,) 321 Washington St., FOUR DOORS NORTH OF WEST STREET. This respectable and substantial house, is at all times prepared to furnish Hotels, Steamboats, Private Dvvel* lings, &c. with an extensive assortment of Quilts, Coun- terpanes, Blankets, Sheetings, Tickings, Pillow- Cases, linen and woolen Table- Covers, Napkins, Doylies, Tow- els. Crash, Dimities, Patches, Turkey Red Drapery, "Worsted I)amasks and Moreens, Wrought Muslin Cur- tains, Window-Shades, Fixtures, Gilt Cornices, Bands, he. Also, Shirtingand line Bosom Linen, Linen Cambric Handkerchiefs, Long Lawns, Russia Sheetings, Duck^ Hollands, Drillings, &c. Also, Unshrinking Flannels, viz ; Ballard Vale, Welsh, Gauze, Domett, Canton, Twilled, extra fine 5-4 and 6-4 v^'ide, and Shaker 9 4 vs'ide. for Sum- mer Blankets and Winter Sheets. Also, an extensive as- sortment of Transparent Painted Shades,- with balance and other fixtures, ready for putting up. Orders are taken by this tradesman for Painted and other Shades, of any size and description, and Store and Office Shades are lettered by his employees in the best manner. Persons from the country can have Shades and fixtures fitted, by bringing the dimensions of their win- dows. All kinds of Window Shades are here made and set up in the best style, and soiled shades are cleansed and restored. Mr. Baker has had an experience of thirty years, and we readily guarantee that his stock of Housekeeping Goods and of Window Shades and Fixtures is unsur- passed in Boston. His terms, tea, are very moderate. 44 HOSIERY AND GLOVES. HENRY SMITH & SON, 150 Washington Street. This is the original establishment of Hioins & Snnith, established in Boston in the year IS02. It subsequently, in the year 1815, ca«ie into the hands of Smith & Gore, who continued it till 1837, when the firm changed to Henry Smith & Son, its present proprietors: the senior partner being the junior member of the original firm. This establishment is devoted exclusively to the sale of every variety of Hosiery, Gloves, Under- Shirts and Drawers, adapted to the use of men, vi'omen and chil- dren, and of English, Scotch, German and American manufacture. A larger assortment of articles for the use of Travellers, Conductors, and other persons exposed to the changes and inclemencies of the climate, cannot be found in Boston. The firm import their stock of Goods, and their long experience in the Hosiery and Glove business, and the fact that they supply many of the best dealers with thei'" Goods, render them the safest dealers to trade with. They are well known to be a re- sponsible, reliable, and respectable firm. It is impossible to give the uninitiated a just idea of the countless varieties of material and fashion existing in a thoroughly stocked, well arranged Hosiery Estab- lishment like this. It would surprise any one not fa- miliar with the business to enter the store and examine the vast array of Goods which occupy the shelves and counters of Henry Smith & Son. \Ve commend such a visit to all, as one likely to prove peculiarly profitable, and otherwise advantageous to them. Many are not aware even of the existence of many of the convenient inventions in this branch of business. LACE GOODS, ETC. CHARI.rS C. KOI.BROOH, No. 305 Washington Street. Mr. Holbrook has been in the lace and embroidery busness for the last twelve years, ?ind in the same store which he now occupies. It has been lately enlarged and improved, and in its remodelled condition is one of the handsomest establishments on Washington street, as well as one of the most popular. Besides dealing very largely in laces and embroideries, ol costly and elegant descrip- tions, Mr. Holbrook keeps constantly on hand a splendid stock of French Kid Gloves, which he imports in large quantities, and which command a rapid and extensive sale. At no other place in the city is there a more gen- eral call for kid gloves, an article which creates as much fastidiousness of taste as any other specimen of manu- facture now in use : and which, if generally popular, must be conceded to possess uncommon merit. Few dealers in kid gloves give such general satisfaction as Mr. Hol- brook. He imports them for ladies, gentlemen, and chil- dren. He is likewise a popular and reliable vender of every description of laces, embroideries, hosiery, especial- ly children's ; ladies' and misses' mohair, silk and linen mitts and gloves ; children's embroidered robes and frock bodies; fine plaid, striped, dotted and plain muslins; rich lace and embroidered bridal dresses and veilf ; English crapes; ladies' silk, merino, and patent Angola vests and drawers; boys' and girls' ditto ditto; gentlemen's under vests, drawers and socks, of every description and size ; simple and rich lace and muslin embroidered caps and head dresses for ladies and children; muslin and cambric embroidered edgings and insertings; besides, always on hand, fine Valenciennes and Mecklin edgings. This is a rare, reputable and useful store, and enjoys a merited public confidence. 42 ' LACE DEALERS, O. p. PI3IMPTON, (late CLAKK & PLIMPTON,) 269 Washington St. corner of Winter, Within a few years the Lace trade in America has become an important branch of business, and at the pre- sent flay our Lace Dealers fairly and favorably vie in the value, taste and variety of their stock, with their luxuri- ous fraternity of Europe. The proprietor of this Establishment, Mr. C. P. Plimp- ton, is a gentleman of long experience in his business and enjoys a large and increasing trade. We copy the following from Mr. P's advertisement. Wholesale and Retail Dealer in every variety of Lace Goods, Foreign and Domestic Fancy Dry Goods, Hosiery & Gloves. C. P. P. imports, and has always in Store, a large as- sortment of the Choicest Manufactures of Laces, to- gether with a general assortment of Fancy Dry Goods, Hosiery & Gloves, included in which will be found the following articles, which he will offer at the lowest prices : Lace and Muslin Curtains ; Jaconet and Cambric Mus- lin ; Fancy White Muslins; Bishop Lawn ; and Muslin ; Swiss Mull Muslin ; Edgings and Insertings ; Hemmed and Corded Bordered Lawn Handkerchiefs; Paris Em- broidery; Erussells & Regency Laces of all breadths and prices ; Lace Capes ; Caps ; Scarfs and Dresses ; Muslin Dresses; Evening and Wedding Dresses; Lace Borthes; Linen Cambric & French Lace Sleeves ; &c. &c. Best quality Kid Gloves, Fancy Gloves and Mits. PAPER HANGINGS. 45 SAmUEZi H. eniSaOR? 8l CO. 25 Court Street, BostonI {New York^ Christy ^ Constant, (50 Maiden Lane.) The above names are those of a joint establishment, located in Boston and New York, and now carrying on a very large trade in paper hangings. They are doubt- less the most extensive traders in paper hangings in the U. States, and are celebrated for the variety and magnifi- cence of their patterns. The undeniable advantages of paper over paint, fn the internal decorations of private residences, have longbeen. conceded; no painted walls being capable of retaining their primitive freshness of hue for any considerable length of time — washing and discoloration greatly impair- ing what'little beauty they have, as well as their durability; wtiereas paper, besides being infinitely superior m point of beauty of colors and variety of design, admits of more frequent replacing, as fancy may suggest, and without a tithe of the expense attendant on the elaborate painting of a wall. Modern taste has brought a most wonderful perfection into the manufacture of Paper Hangings, and their comparative lowness of price is certainly astonish- ing to the uninitiated. The rooms of a dwelling can now be gorgeously embellished so as to seem more like an ar- tist's gallery than a domestic apartment, and at a cost which is insignificant in consideration of the advantages gained. If you would examine a stock of Papers comprising every variety of splendid hue or classic design, of durable texture, intricate finish, and character appropriate for atiy style of room, you will do well in visiting either brancb of the establishment of Samuel H. Gregory & Co., Boston ; or Christy & Constant, New York. Whob sale purchasers will find here a large assortment, adapt- ed to the country trade. 46 BONNET BLEACHING ESTABLISHMENT. JEREMIAH BLAKE, No. 360 1-2 Washington Street, {j1 Few Doors North of Essex Street Up Stairs.) The proprietor of this celebrated Bonnet-Bleachery and Manufactory has had no less than twenty-five years' experience in the business, and may therefore reasonably be inferred to be thoroughly qualified as proprietor and superintendent of an establishment like the above. No establishment of the kind enjoys a wider or higher repu- tation, for excellence of bleaching, pressing and Manufac- ture, as well as extent of trade. Mr. Blake was formerly located at 378 1-2 Washington Street, but has recently removed to his present large and commodious ware- house, a visit to which affords convincing evidence of prosperity. Bleaching and pressing Bonnets, in every variety, are performed here ; likewise the manufacture of every specimen of Straw and Fancy Bonnets, of material or form. Gentlemen who may wish their more expensive Summer Hats remodeled can have their wishes gratified, at moderate expense and in splendid style, by applying at Blake's Blearhcry. All ladies and gentlemen, whose bonnets or hats have become out of fashion, soiled, or damaged in any way, can have them altered, repaired, and made as good as new, whether they are of Leghorn, Nea- politan, Gipsy straw, or other material. Particular at- tention is paid to bleaching Neapolitans. Mr. Blake pays prompt and faithful attention to all goods forwarded by expresses, and supplies Milliners with bonnet blocks. As he employs th most experienced operatives, is himself a practical workman, and avails himself of all the modern improvements, we do not hesitate to advise the public to test his merits. STATIONERY, BLANK BOOKS, &C. 47 JOHN EARLE, JR. 6l Co. No. 139 Washington St. CORNER OF SCHOOL STREET. With an experience of more than tW6llty years, and the patronage of a highly respectable and numerous class of customers, it is hardly necessary to add that the merits of John Earle & Co. are high and attractive of support. Not a firm in Boston, in this business, enjoys a superior reputation for skill and integrity. Known long and favorably in our city, their name as drapers and tailors is not confined to its limits. They have many constant customers who reside in the country, or in other of our New-England cities, and we have never heard their name mentioned by a customer or a rival without terms of respect. We cheerfully, therefore, add our evidence to the general opinion in their favor, and counsel all who are desirous of obtaining a good d durable materials at a moderate charge, to visit their new establishment on Washington street, near the corner of School street. There are much fraud and low trick, ery practised in the tailor's trade, at present, and chiefly to guide the stranger or the uninitiated from those snares, we have penned these just remarks. 48 PATENT MEDICINES. DAVID F. BHADIaSE &. SON, No. 130 Washington Street, Those who would obtain any or all of the popular pa- tent medicines..o|"tlie day, will find the establishment of Bradlee & Son a very useful and convenient resort, — it being in the very heart of the city, and thoroughly sup- plied in the above respects. But the main feature of their business, and doubtless the most creditable, is the sale of the celebrated Buchan's Hungarian Balsam of Life, — of which they are the American agents, — and of J)r. TVaireri's Sarsaparilla, Tomato and Wild Cherry Bitters, of which they are sole proprietors. Both these medicines have attained to a more than ordinary celebrity — a fact which has due weight in the opinion of the world. Bradlee & Son are agents for the sale of Phalon's Hair Invigorator, and Dr, Wordsell's Invaluable Health Res- torative Pills. They have likewise, constantly on hand, a very ample and choice stock of Hair Oils, Fancy Soaps, Cosmetics and Perfumery, and all the popular medicines in New England, at wholesale or retail, and at the low- est cash prices. We believe that no similar establish- ment can show a better-selected stock, and feel also con- fident that purchasers williind: the store at 130 Washing- ton street superintended by gentlemen who cannot but obtain and secure their favor, by moderation in terms, and urbanity and fairness in dealings. Dr. Bradlee is well knovi'n and highly esteemed by the members of his profession, as well as the public at large; and is conver- sant with both the theory and practice of his vocation. PERFUMERY, FANCY SOAP, &C. 49 DR. F. FSZ.ZX GOUHAUD, No. 67 Walker Street, New York. Bates tity of water desired, and by dropping the sprinkler, he I is enabled to wipe himself, from the circulation of the! cold air, without any drippings from the shower; and; being lined with zinc, no water can escape upon the floor I or carpet. The custom of frequent bathing finds stren- uous advocates among all medical professors, and we give ! in this connection the following, from Dr. Warren, of this city: " The importance of bathing arises from the intimate con- nection between the skin and the great internal organs of the human body. The health of the latter depends on their being relieved, through the skin, of matters which would be deleterious to liiem. if retained. The skin is constantly be- coming coated with substances which interfere with its heal- thy and perfect elimination of noxious particles. Hence the necessity of frequent bathing and friction, to preserve its lit- ( lie aperatures free from any obstruction. J. C. Warren. i PIANO-FORTE MANUFACTURERS. 51 HALLETT, CUMSTON 6l ALLEN, No. 339 Washington Street. There are a few piano-forte manufacturers in the United States who enjoy a nnore extensive trade, or whose nannes are a better guaranty for the excellence of their pianos, than the firm of Hallett, Cum-ton & Allen, which was orignally formed under the name of Brown & Hallelt, in 1832. In 1842 the firm was dissolved ; sinfe which time Mr Hallett has been at the head of the firm: and their well established experience and celebrity keep their vast establishment constantly busy. That there may be no mistake regarding the name of Hai.lett, (it having become identified with excellence, and valua- ble to the interests of which it has long been a represen- tative,) we would state for the information of the public, that there have sprung up within a few months two firms headed with the name of Hallett, both of which are new in the business, and that all Pianos made by the original firm are marked Hallett, Camston (^ Allen. We state this, that the public may not be misled into the be- lief that either of the Halletts of the new firms is the original Hallett. To those, therefore, who are desirous of purchasing the pianos that have been long renowned and had the name of Hallett attached to them, we dis- tinctly declare that the original Hallett, (Russell Hallett,) Mr. Allen, the original silent partner, and the original es- tablishment, 339 Washington Street, are now designated by the name of H.\llett, Cumston & Allen. It is important that this should be clearly understood. Pos- session of the same name does not always indicate pos- session of the same merits. Since the commencement of this establishment, its proprietors have received, at dif- ferent times, eight medals, for superior instruments. 52 PERIODICAL SUBSCRIPTION AGENCY. H. W. SWETT 6l Co. No 22 Bromfield Street. This is a new enterprise, and one which cannot fail of being perfectly successful, and of great benefit to the reading community. The object of the proprietors is to receive subscriptions for all the principal Magazines^ Newspapers, and other Periodicals of the day, and to de- liver them at the residence of subscribers in this city, or forward them by mail or express, as desired, at the pub- Ushers^ prices. By such an arrangement, the present serious drawback against the circulation here of Periodi- cals issued in the Southern cities, will be removed — an advantage which will be readily seen and felt, by persons both in the fity and country, in the item of postage. Subscriptions are solicited for all the principal periodi- cal issues of Boston, New Yoik, Philadelphia, &c., whether weekly, monthly, quarterly, or occasionally. Receipts will be issued fiom this Agency, for which Messrs. H. W. S. & Co. alone are responsible; and should any Periodical be discontinued during the period of sub- scription, they hold themselves responsible to make good the amount. This is notguranteed by any publisher, and the want of it has been the means of the loss of many a dollar to subscribers. Subscribers will find it subservient to their own inter- . ests to procure their Periodicals at this Agency. Mr. Swett has been long and favorably known to the public and the newspaporial fraternity generally, having been for thirteen years engaged in various capacities, from clerk to publisher, in the periodical business, and is thoroughly competent to fulfil any engagement he may enter into. From a personal and intimate knowledge of him, we feel fully warranted in recommending his establishment to the public. SHIRT DEPOT. 53 F. B. LOCKE, No. 17 7Washington Street, near Iliik St. Those who have not facilities at home, of which they can avail themselves when they are in want of shirts, always find an establishment like this of great conveni- encn ; since by those in its employ are manufactured, at all limes, and with equal speed and fidelity, shirts of any desired pattern, size or quality. Mr. Locke pays particu- lar attention to this branch of business, and the public are much indebted to him for the care which he mani- fests to please them in this respect. He has had an ex- perience of ten years in his business, and was formerly located in JNlilk street, from whence he removed to his present stand. He occupies the whole of the commo- dious building he has chosen for the various branches of his business, and employs nearly two hundred operatives. It is hardly necessary to state that the shirt business, if we may so term it, requires as much skill and system as any other branch of the clothing business : fit and style require much care, taste and precision. Mr. Locke deals in furnishing goods of every description — French, linen, totton, woollen and silk shirts of all kinds, bosoms, collars, and stocks. At one day's notice, Mr. Locke can measure- a person for a complete assortment of the goods in his business, and have them delivered ; and we com- mend this feature to travellers. He deals extensively at wholesale with the Southern and Western markets. Gentlemen's dressing gowns, of superior finish and make, are here paid particular attention to. We recommend all who are desirous of selecting a stock of gentlemen's furnishing goods to sell again, or of buying for their own private use, to call at the establishment of F. B. Locke. 54 STATIONERY, BLANK BOOKS, &C. THOMAS GROOM, Stationer's Hall, No. 82 State Street. In carrying out the design of our work to enable stran- gers to go to the best and most respectable houses for the various descriptions of merchandise they may be in pur- suit of, it affords us peculiar pleasure in being able to re- commend them to this establishment, so long and so fa- vorably known as '■^ Stationer'' s Hall,''^ especially as nearly all visiting Boston require more or less of the articles kept at such depots, and arc in a great measure depend- ent upon the representations of the seller for the quality of the goods purchased. We also commend the attention of the mercantile and professional public to his magnificent stock of Account- books, manufactured expressly for him, and remarkable for beauty, neatness, variety and durability. This stock is unrivalled by any in the country, and comprises ledg- ers, journals, records, sales, wastes, letters, invoice, cash, dockets, etc., etc. Mr. Groom has also for sale, in every variety required, all kinds of books and stationery suita- ble for banks, insurance and rail-road companies, church and societv records, time-books and registers for hotels, steamboats, &c. For his specimens of Blank Books, the Mechanics' Charitable Association awarded him a silver medal^ at their two last fairs. Here also may be found English letter-paper, made of linen, and drawing and writing paper of all sizes and qualities; Stephens' genu- ine Inks and Fluid celebrated for their merits ; Gold and Steel Pens, of the most approved kinds; Copying-Press- es, and Commercial Blanks of every description. In a word, the Merchant, the Artist, the Engineer, the Stu- dent.^or Professional Man, can each be supplied with ev- ery article usually found at such stores, and of a quality that can be warranted of the best description and at the most reasonable prices. STATIONARY, BLANK BOOKS, &;C. 55 JOHN MARSH. No. 71 Washington St. Joy's Building. Mr. Marsh has been long and deservedly a popular Stationer, for he has had a practical experience in the ■-tnechanical as well as the mercantile department of the business in which he has employed himself for upwards •bf twenty-one years. — He is one of the most reliable as well as prosperous stationers in Boston, and may justly be regarded what we have before taken occasion to term bim, "a thorough-bred" stationer and manufacturer of blank books, and writing and dressing cases. At his centrally situated and wonderfully well-stocked estab- lishment are always to be found, at wholesale and retail, blank books in every variety, writing, drawing, wrapping and fancy papers, Bristol boards, gold and steel pens, inks, water-colors, drawing instruments, all the usual engineers' and artists' materials, and the largest and best collection of ladies' and gentlemen's writing-desks and dressing-cases to be found in Boston. It would be superfluous as well as impossible for us thoroughly to detail the varieties which form the stock of stationery for sale by Mr. Marsh. We will only add that he doubt- less equals, in thit5 respect, any stationer in the city, and also that his blank books, being made under his special direction, always contain twenty-four sheets to the quire, which is not generally tbe case with the blank books. Some of them are made by fradulent workmen, and have but sixteen or eighteen sheets in a so-called " quire." An advantage in buying blank books of a practical workman is, that they are manufactured with great fidelity' — no fraud escaping his observation. 56 THREAD, YARNS, &C. 193 Washington Street. "We feel more free to speak of the merits of the house- herein enumerated, inasmuch as they are principally es- tablishments tried by time^ and all of them in a condition of acknowledged prosperity. Their reputation can hardly be increased by any aid of ours. N. D. Whitney, formerly of the firm of J. H. & N. D. Whitney, has been established as a dealer in Threads, Yarns, Hosiery, Gloves, Trimmings and Fancy Articles, for upwards of sixteen years •, and so well known is Mr. Whitney's Establishment, that we will do no more than refer to his card below. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER. IN Threads, Yarns, and Hosiery, No. 193 WASHINGTON STREET, BOSTON. IMPORTER OF AND DEALER IN Berlin Zephyr and Tapestry Worsted, Crewel, Che- nine, Floss Silk, Canvass, Patterns, &c. &c. For Embroidery. Shaded and Plain Purse Twist and Trimmings, KNITTING WORSTED. WOOL WADDING. HOSIERY, HOUSEKEEPING GOODS, &C. 57 V A R »r U 3¥E W A R n E K* , [No. 92 Hanover Street, corner of Blackstone Street. ;,The business of this store was established by Messrs. Warren & Heywood, about twenty-five years ago, and it is therefore doubtless the oldest thread-store in Boston. They were succeeded by Charles Warren & Co., who enlarged the business greatly, and were in turn succeed- ed by Mr. Vaenum Warren, (junior partner of C. Warren & Co.,) who is the prosperous pioprietor of a remarkably large and variously assorted stock of goods. He has constantly for sale the following articles, compris- ing a great variety of small wares for family use, viz : Gloves and Hosiery, Threads, Tapes, Pins, Needles, Hooks and Eyes, Scissors, Buttons, Eyelet and Button Rings, Thimbles, Teeth Brushes, Combs, Stay Binding and Lacings, W^orsted Tassels and Window Line, Cbeneille , Cord, Fancy Silk Buttons and Frogs, Cords and Tassels, Sewing Silk, Plain and Shaded Twist, Silk Purses, Steel Trimmings, Saddlers' Silk, Silk and Cotton Cords, Braids and Bindings, Ribbons, Linen and Cotton Floss, Tam- bour and Marking Cotton, Silk, Cotton, Worsted and Me- rino Fringes, Worsted and Wollen Yarn, Merino and Vigonia Knitting Yarn, (a new article,) Knitting Cot- tons, Warp Yarn, Marking Canvass Oiled Silk, Oiled : Table-Cloths, Silk and Cotton Umbrellas, Lamp Wicks, iPasteboards, Pelisse Wadding, Cotton Batting, &c. Also, an extensive stock of Broadcloths, Flannels, and Blan- kets. V. W. is constantly supplied with Hosiery, Frocks, Drawers, and Wollen Yarn, of Portsmouth and other ■manufactures. The constant cares and vigilant judg- ment which are indispensable to one who has so great a variety of goods, deserve more than a passing notice from the public they so greatly serve. May the proprietor of his establishment long enjoy his well deserved pros- perity. 58 UPHOLSTERY GOODS, FUKNTTURE, SHADHS, &C. LAWSON 6c HARRINGTON, No. 285 Washintogn Street. o This firm has been long and favorably known in thisi city, and is considered one of the first class in the various' branches of its business. As upholsterers and manufac- turers of fashionable furniture, their reputation is well established; and being themselves importers of uphols- tery goods, they can afford to sell on moderate terms. They keep an excellent stock of drawing-room and other furniture; fabrics for coverings and curtains; cornices, window-shades and fixtures ; fringes and trim-i mings generally; superior elastic mattresses; bedding,! &c. By those in their employ, decorative upholstery work is executed in the best style. They have just introduced a valuable invention, — their Rack and Pinion Extension Dining Tables, patented November 7th, 1848. These need only to be seen to command universal admiration, and satisfy that they are superior to all other dining tables. Their mechanism is simple, and they can be managed with ease by one per- son. They open and shut with the utmost precision cannot get out of order, and require no extra fastenings. The obvious fitness of their construction will doubtless commend them to general use. — They are to be seen at the rooms, to which we advise a visit. There, also, pur- chasers can examine a most desirable stock of all that is most select in furniture, embracing many novelties, and patterns of exceeding richness of design and workman- ship. STOVES, GRATES, AND FURNACES. 59 DODD 6t WILSON. No. 4 Derby Range, Court St. DoDD (k Wilson are among- the most extensive and reliable dealers in stoves, grates, and furnaces in the city. Though they are young men, they are enterprising- and ex- perienced, and we know of none whose success we think more certain or deserved. While they have a large assort- ment of the various and most desirable patent stoves, grates, and furnaces, from which a puichaser bent on havnig any particular kind can choose, and suit himself, they make the grand feature of their business the sale of the Boston Parlor Ail-tight Stove, and the Improved Flora Grate. Messrs. D. &; W. have recently brought before the public a new style of Range, known as Barrow's Patent. The advantages of this range over all others in present use, are, that it is constructed on the AIR TIGHT principle, and con- sumes only about one half the amount of fuel that other Ranges require, being a great saving to the user. There are six Boiler Holes on the top, four of which are directly over the fire, which is a great improvement upon other Ranges. It has two spacious ovens, superior for Baking. These ovens are situated in front, thus obviating the difficulty of reaching over tlie fire to get at the oven. By a Water Back attached to the Range, a body of water may be kept constantly boiling, affording a suthciency of Hot Water for Bathing, Washing, and Culinary purposes. This range has been used for two years past in New York, with complete success, as they are able to show from numer* ous testimonials in their possession. Here may he found also a large variety of Bathing appa- ratus. Such as Shower Baths, Bathing Tubs and Pans, &c., &o. Strangers in the city should visit this Establish- ment. 60 TEA STORE. OHIHA TEA COi^FANir. 198 Washington St., 78 Hanover St., and 68 Beach St. The proprietors, Messrs. Redding & Co., of Boston, originated this useful establishment, the leading idea oi which is, to sell teas at the lowest possible cash prices, to keep every variety, to put them in half-pound packa- ges, lined with lead and sealed so as to exclude the air, to put the brand of the company upon each package, and the weight and price — thus proving fairness and enforc- ing responsibility. In forming agencies for country deal- ers, they supply but one in each town : and he sells their teas exclusively, furnishing them at precisely the same rates charged by the company in Boston: this creates- uniformity and prevents fraud. The housekeeper is much benefitted by this arrangement, and the public arei indebted to it for a great reform, both in the price and quality of teas; for, to hold the tea-trade in his control, the grocer must use the best of judgment, and be content with greatly diminished profits. For this reason, other dealers do not look with favor on the China Tea Compa- n)', nor can they adopt its plan; since, in the sale of sta- ple articles, such as flour, sugar, molasses, etc., of which the public are generally fair judges, they receive but a trifle over the cost, and are forced to make up by an ex- traordinary advance in their charges for liquors and teas. These arguments are very simple, and cannot but be convincing. This is proved in the great success of the above company, at the principal warehouse, 198 Wash- ington St.; where may be seen, at all times, assiduous to please, their Chinese assistant, Mr. Achow^e, dressed in his national costume, and rapidly acquiring a familiarity with Yankee laws, customs, and language. The only Other warehouses in Boston are named above. INDEX. TrassManufactery— Dr.J. W. Phelps, - - . 12 Trusses and Shoulder Braces— A. F. Bartlett, - - - 13 Ale and-Porter— Uri Burt; - - - - - ~ 14 Ruling and Binding— Mc Adams - - - - 15 Booksellers and Publishers— James Monroe & Co. - - 16. Booksellers aud Publishers — Gould, Kendall i: Lincoln - - 17 Bootsand Shoes— Henry L. Daggett - - - - 18 Boots and Shoes— rienry IT. Tuttle '- - - - 19 Bonnet Manufatory— John P. BowkCr - - - 20 Crockery and Glass— W. R. & A. H. Sumner - - - 21 Carpet Warehouse — Ballord & Prince _ - _ 22 Carpet Warehouse— John Dagget & Co. - - - - 23 Clothing— John Grove & Co. - . _ . 34 Olothing-Diibson, Deacon & Lemoyne - -- - - 25 Confectionary— George W. Vinton - - _ - 26 Confectionary— Charles Copeland - - - - 27 Clock Manufacturers-Daniel Pratt and Sons - - - 28 Daguerreotyix! Minatures— John A. Whipple - - - 29 Dry Goods— Daniell& Co. . . - . . SO Feather Btds and Mattresses— James II. Hallett - - - 81 Dentistry— W.T.G.lSIorfon ... - 32 Dentistry— J. A. Cummings . - - _ « 33 Eating House— Francis Miliken . ■ - - 34 Hats, Caps and Furs - - , ^ - - 33 Fancy GoO'Js, Combs, &c — Bates and ifordan - - 36 Fancy Goods— George H. Chapman, Jr. & Co. - - - 37 Lifclnsuranec—N. E. Life Insurance Co. . . - 38 Health Insurance— Massachusetts Health Insurance Co. - - 89 India Rubber Warehouse— John Capen _ . - 40 Linen Goods— Theodore Baker - - - . - - 41 LaceDealers— C.P.Plimpton . ^ - - Lace Goods— Charles C. Holbrook - - - - 43 INDEX. Hosiery aud Gloves— Henry Smith and Son - ~ - 4^ Paper Hangings— Samuel H. Gregory & Co. - - -4;. Bonnet Bleaching — Jeremiah Blake - - - - 4( Stationary and Blank Books— John Earle Jr. & Co. - - - 4J Patent Medicines— David F. Bradlee & Son ... 43 Perfumery and Fancy Soap— Dr. F.Felix Gourand - - 4C Shower Batlis—Orien Green - - - - - 5C Pianoforte Manufacturers— Hallet, Custon & Allen - - - 51 Periodical Subscription Agency — H. W. Swett - - - 51 ShirtDepot-F. B.Locke - - - - - 5i Stationary and Blank Books— Thomas Groom - - « 54 Stationary aud Blank Books— John Marsh ----&£ Thread, Yarn*, &c.— N. D. Witney - - - - 56 Upholstery, Furniture, Shades, &c.—Lawson& Harrington - - 67 Stoves, Grates and Furnaces— Dotld & Wilson - - - 59 Tea Store— China Tea Company ----- GO Iroa Salamander Safes— John E, Wilder . « . 6£ IRON SALAMANDER SAFES. 63 JOHN E. WILDER. , 25 Merchant's Row. ^ We call the attention of the comnnunity to Wilder's \ Salamander Safes, which he has a patent right to sell I and manufacture, and which secure indestructibility of * all property entrusted to their keeping. We regard these i. Safes as surpassing all others now in use, and are borne ' out in this opinion by the undeniable and respectable testimony of the most influential of the New York Press. At the burning of the Tribune Buldings, New York, ' Feb. 5th, 1845, owe of these Safes, belonging to Greeley L Si McElrath, contained their books, papers, and a quanti- r ly of bank bills. For thirty-six hours this Safe was ex- aose(^to the action of a hot fire, and on the following lay was dug out from a fiery nr.ass of ruins, red hot, and 5n its being opened, its precious contents were discov- ^ ;red to be (to use the words of editor Greeley,) " as good ■ is new." This fact was recorded by the New York Tribune, Sun, Courier and Inquirer, Plebeian, Thomp- t 5on\s Bank Note Reporter, Christian Messenger, Morn- I ing News, Journal of Commerce, and other papers. At -he burning of the Chelsea Laundry, in 1848, another : nstance of this kind occurred, as is declared in a letter o Mr. Wilder, by Mr. Stephen Sibley. These are con- incing proofs of the unsurpassable merits of ihe Safe. .Vir. Wilder warrants that every Safe manufactured by lim is equal to the above. He uses no locks that can be breed or picked. Wilder's Safes are made of stout plat« nd bar iron, rivetfed and lined in such a manner as to be omplete non-conductors of heat. They have been ex- osed to many severe tests, and never tailed. They have atent detector locks, which could never be picked. JONES, BALL & POOR, No. aSG Washington and 1 Summer Streets, SILVERSMITHS AND JEWELLERS. B. & E. JACOBS & CO. No. 230 Washington Street, Boston, SECOND STORE FROM SUMMER ST. Importers of all th.e various styles of LINEN GOODS, AND BfOUSEKEEPZNa ARTICLES, EMBRACING PROBABLY THE BEST ASSORT- MENT IN THE CITY, AS THEIR STORE IS ENTIRELY DEVOTED TO THE SALE OF THESE GOODS. K^ The Linen Stock can always be depended upon for its Purity and Durability, coming from the fiist Bleachers in Ireland and Scotland— ^ all of which will be sold, AT VERY LOW PRICES, either AT WHOLESALE OR RETAIL. HBRARY OF CONGRESS 014 078 077 7 JAMES G HOVEY. No. 149 Washington Street, opposite the Old South. During the Summer of 1848, Mr. Hovey furnished with fire-works many of the cities and towns of New England. The most extensive pyrotechnic exhibition of the season was that given upon Boston Common, on the evening of the 4th of July. There w^ere then displayed many varieties and designs in pyrotechny, before deemed impossibilities — such as flowers, leaves, etc., remarkable for delicacy and elegance of shape and hue. The last piece was on a more magnificent scale than anything of the kind ever before attempted in this country, and elici- ted the warmest applause from the admiring thousands assembled. Many distinguished individuals present, who bad travelled in foreign countries, pronounced this piece superior to any kindred display that they had ever seen abroad. The extraordinary increase of business which has at- tended Mr. Hovey's exertions, is the best proof of his merit and popularity. The Cochituate Water Celebra- tion, the Taylor torch«light procession, and many other great displays, were all evidences of his consummate ability. Mr. H. supplies orders for Fire-Works at the shortest notice, which can be packed and sent to any distance. All his articles are warranted. He furnishes the first qualities of Ship Lights, False Mres, and Port Fires. Ev- ery description of Fire- Works, from the most costly and important, down to Fire Crackers and Torpedoes, are furnished by him in large or small quantities, on the most reasonable terms. Mr. H. received a Gold Medal at the last Mechanics' Fair.