THE VMhl , EVENING , TELEGRA?.-HpR&APELPniA, MONDAY, DECEMBER , 17, , 1866. 8 CHRISTMAS GIFTS What to Buy, and Whcro to Buy It. How to llrlnsr Jy Hoiaselioltl. to tlio I Tonr of Hie Leading City Stores. Kte., Etc., Etc' Etc, Etc, Ktc II sometimes so happens that a person walks lorfh into the street In the holiday season with roll of bills in his pocket, to get rid of which is the sole desire that possesses him. But what shall he purchaser and where shall he pur chase f Ah, these are questions of grave nio eut, from the perplexity of which an empty pocket affords the only sure relief. Expecting, ttf n. that the city will be overrun with such lucky wights wo mean those with the plethoric pockets and the puzzled pates we come to the rescue In this wle: We have made the tonr of the principal business streets; we have diligently examined into the nature of the articles suitable tor holiday gifts which are ipoted for sale; we have turned some of them upside down, that we might satisfy ourselves the bottom was as good as the top; we have even taken a peep Into the Interior of a few, to Ascertain if all was gold that had a glitter without; and the result of these investigations wejbave embodied in a series of articles, the irst of which we give to the public to-day. They will follow in regular succession, until the store of our knowledge In this respect is ex hausted. For the pake of system and conve nience, we have walked up one side of a street knd down the other. CHESNUT STREET-SOUTH SIDE. Taking the south side of Chesnut street for the commencement of our tour, and beginning lit the lower end of the street, the first establish ment upon which we come is that of T. B. Peterson & Brothers, Booksellers. Ho! for the holidays. Christmas is nearing, and there is but a short time in which to com plete all the arrangements necessary to a right elcbration of this immemorial day. T. B. Peterson & Brothers, No. 306 Chusnut street, are now prepared with everything that will amuse, instruct, and gratify. Books in abundance books of biography, geography, science, phi Josojhy, history, research, standard, novels, romances books of all kinds. The most appropriate present that can be made to any person is a neatly bound book suited to the tastes and wants ot the receiver. Presenta tion books, bound in the most beautitul man ner, in endless variety, of all sizes, at the lowest possible rates. Books of instruction suited for Tn study of children and the meditution of sages. JUejohd all doubt, the establishment of T. B. Peterson & Bros, contains the largest selections of all the most gifted of imaginative writers of past or present times, with uo exception of any iVitp autnKlishmonf ill tlio frnTifrw Tha lfirffpafc assortment of Cook-books extant is here to be found. In tact, Petersons' establishment can be classed in this line as the "greatest emporium of romantic literature and housewife economy" to be found anywhete in the world. Works of the most gifted of authors are here to be lound, bound in the best possible form, and sold at rates within the compass of all. We notice that, in connection with their large selec tions in this direction, they have just received a supply of Dickens' works, bound in the latest style of convenience and neatness. Drawing room, library, and household editions in untold numbers. We advise our friends at once 10 supply themselves with the productions of the inimitable "Boz," and cultivate an acquaint ance with that most sedate yet ludicrous ot indi viduals, "Mr. Pickwick," and also learn of the doings of his servant, "Samuel Weller." Alf the latest foreiem or home magazines, papers, etc., can be had at this comprehensive establishment. Go one, go all, to Petersons', and we are con fident that you will not leave the stora without having procured one of the vast collection there contained. Following our course up Chesnut Btreet, we next come to the store of E. G. "Whitman & Co, In conseciuence of the Confectioners. near approach of Christmas, that ever memorable time, with all Its attendant festivities, it is necessary that all mr peoplo who intend to celebrate it In the good old customary way, should begin to make the necessary preparations for its appearance. To do this they should team where all those de lectable dainties, those which are so highly prieed by the children, who regard them witu more- desire because "Santa Claus" brought them; can be obtained. E. G. Whitman & Co., of No. 318 Chesnut street, are lully prepared to meet the large demand for confeotions, sweetmeats, and goodies of all kinds, which the coming holidays will in crease. Confections of every kind are in store, at all prices.ranglng within reasonable bounds, and of a kind to give full satisfaction to all who visit his establishment, which is not surpassed by any other of the kind in the city. Come one, come all, and store in a good stock of that which is invariably the chief desire of the children. Let them antici pate great joys on the coming Chustmas, so mat u win oe a remembrance in their coming Years of Christmas oloasures Dast. Pursuing our way up the Btreet, we come next w uic more 01 Farr &, Brother, Jewellers. i air uroiner, importers of all kinds and descriptions 01 geweiry, at no. 3'24 Chesnut street, below Fourth, are well supplied to meet the wants of the people who desire fine and beautifully manufactured jewelry at the lowest possible prices. Musical boxes, especially, can there be had, large or small, ornamented or nlaln. slaving, in most harmonious meiodv and most bewitching strains, from two to twelve airs, and ranging in value from $5 to $300. Their assortment comprises such choice pieces as "Home, Sweet Home," "The Last Rose of Bummer," etc; and they also have beautiful selections from the various operas for Bale at moderate prices, uive tnem a Christmas call llai'dlng's Bible and Photograph Album For a wedding, holiday, or birthday gift, nothing can be more appreciated by the re ceiver than a beautifully bound album, wherein in after life can be seen the forms of those one knew In youth, bringing up pleasant recollec tions Of DV-COne (Java? or a tilhlo that will Via bandled'and read oaen.carrying our thoughts to iuc auuiuuig vi uur uwn moral natures a boot that will be as beautiful a ift u nanfui w,i. liam W. Harding, No. 826 Chesnut street, has ewvacu iua imk cowiuiiBumeul with all that Is hamacam itw all ...... r e . . uniwuj jv.4 o.ii mm, ui aiDums every variety can be found at his store; for holiday times the most extensive stock In the eity Ainontr them is "Hardina'a Putpnr nhaZ' huclt Album." which stands unrivullprl Ba h beet of alL Purchasers will find it greatly to aui wuuit lu uisf cit u IB awl vi eiegant goods. Panes, OuUrfcaut b Ilerron, Dealers .In Mats, vapa, ana 'urs.i in the new store at the southeast corner of -Tcuru ft&a vfleenut streets w now located, Jje, well-known firm of Barnes Osterhaut A H?rron, Anton in hat, caps, and fur. They have re ceived an entire new stock in theabove article, which is not excelled by any of the larger hou'e. A set of furs would bo a cheip and accept abl present to a wife, to protect her from the cold blasts of winter. A mutf and tippet for tbo little ouo would bring joy and eladness to ner heart. Hy all means visit Messrs. Barnes, Osterhaut & Ilerron, and purchase the above roentioted articles; also, a hat or a cap, if you intend puichasing one. Warburton, the flatter. "Warburton, the hatter," a household word in Philadelphia, is a thorough business man. He undcistand the wants ot bis customers, and can fit them with a bat or cap to their entire satisfaction. He has on bind at present a largo stock of all kinds of hats, from the costliest "beaver" to the chcapct "slouch." He has tae reputation of being, aud is, no doubt, the most fashionable hatter in the city. All the latest Pans styles can be found at his establishment, and at as sheapa rate as it is po-siblo to turnlsu them. In the show windows of his ne plus ultra establishment will be found hats of all sizes and shapes, from the beautitul "second story'1 to the common cap. It is hardly necessary for us to mention nis place of business, as every one has heard of "Warburton, the hatter;" but lor the Information of thos who are sojourning in our city for a short time, and tbose who are desirous of purchasing "the latest style," we would say, go to No. 430 Chesnut street, next door to the Post OQice, where we are satisfied you will be suited. Moss fc Co., Stationers. To many of our young men, especially stu dents of drawing, nothing will be more accept able as a Christmas present tnan a complete set of mathematical or drawing instruments. In ad dition to the Instruments, drawing-paper must also be incliuded. for without the naper the Dro srnt would be incomplete. At Moss & Co.'s, No. (32 Chesnut street, can be found the instruments and paper of all ttyles and prices. Mr. Moss also lies a large stock of general stationery, which, for its good quality and cheapne?., is not excelled by uny in the city. As we pass along, however, we eau procure at any drug stoie Mujavlro, the New Perfnme. Ladies and gentlemen should be particular in their choice of perfumes; lor It is but truth to say that an injudicious choice in that which ought to delight the senses, often causes disgust to those In association with them. The great suocess of "Mujaviro" has earned for itself the name of ths most delirious per fumes which has ever been presented to the public. It has no superior, and, we think, no equal. It is one that needs but a trial to satisfy the purchaser as to its full merits. Sold by all druggists, and by the manufacturers, It. & U. A.. Wright, No. 621 Chesnut street. Tunics II, Omc & Co., Carpet Dealers. Now that winter is setting in, and as many of lust year's carpets have been thrown aside, it is necessary, in order to have our houses wear a cheerful aspect and keep us warm and comfort able, that we should purchase new ones. There are maay deulers in this city in this essential article, but none exhibit more enterprise than James H. Orne & Co., No. C26 Chesnut street, in the selection of their stock. They always have on hand a large supply of carpeis of all grades and prices, both loreUn and domestic. Velvet, Brussels, Ingrain, Three-ply, and all the different grades can be found at their establish ment, in endless variety, at prices to suit the times. They also deal extensively in matting. They have just received per steamer a large In voice ot French Chenille and Axmlnster carpets, ' new designs, which are now ready lor sale. We have no doubt that those who intend fur nirhing their houses with new carpets can be suited at Mcsfrs. Orne & Co's, The Florence Lock-Stitch Sewing Ma chine. A silent and easy movement, a durability in the work produced, and a reasonable price withal, are indispensable in a sewing machine, if it would achieve popularity. The "Florence Lock and Knot-Stitcb Machine'' can justly lay claim to all these wita perfect right, lor in beauty of woikmanship, silence in motion, and manner of work, it has no superior 111 the country. No eilt could be esteemed more valuable than that gift whieh is both capable of great help and an ornament to the home. No family should be without one. for ereat would be the hand labor savsd, and much the time, that would otherwise be occupie l in that woman's drudgery of sewing, sewing, irom dawn mi uubk. Tnis valuable "Florence" machine can oe round at the general salesrooms, No. 630 Chesnut street, and warranted, when sold, to give entire satisluction, or the money win be refunded. At the saiesiooms, also, an manner oi nne sewing aud stitching is done to order in the neatest manner, and persons will be taught on the "Florence" without charge. C. W. A. Trumpler, Dealer In Music and Opera OlaitHes. 3Ir. C. W. A. Trumpler, 8eventh and Chesnut streets, has on hand a large assortment of music 'Music that can charm and 60othe the savage soul." ISut, in particular, Mr. xrumpier has a large and elegant assortment of tine opera- glasses, manufactured by M. liardou, of Paris, which are ottered at tempting prices. The musi cal season has already commenced, and all attendants at evening amusements should be well armed with a good opera-glass, that they lay observe all the beauties within the scope of ineir vision. James McMullau, Hou8eFurnlshlng - . wry uooui. Bear in mind that cold, chilly, icy winter Is now upon us, and in order to be protected from "unwelcome" shivers, look well that yon are furnished with a good warm covering that will effectually resist the blasts of winter. Mr. James slcMuLlan, whose place of business is at the d. w. corner of baventn and Ches nut streets, has lust received his first lull importation of English blankets from the establishments of first-class English manu facturers, which will be lound by purchasers to be superior for family use to anything of that description yet presented to the public. A large supply of American . blankets are offered at greatly reduced prices. Full assortments of real Welsh and American flannels, which are so necessary to comfort, are always on hand. Everything is there found which is necessary to the bodily comfort of man or woman. "Low rates and good articles" is the maxim observed in the business ot tnis establishment. The "Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine. A sewing machine that is capable of perform lng the coarse and fine work, large or small, iroin the sewing ot thickest cloth to the deli' cate stitching on muslin or most costly silk such a machine is one of the most valuable ad ditions a father can make to his home, the most acceptable present to a mother or sister that can oo given. ?uch a one is the "Wheeler fc wuson Hewing Machine," of "noted fame" throughout the country, and the first to advance humanity on to happiness; for it can be nothing hoc iu vim iuuy wuo uoes now, ov its ue. nun uuv a icw jcbjtj uuet would, Dave COSt UU' told labor and sleepless nights. The aeencv for this mcMn la at. Vn tni Chesnut street, where the proprietors invite the public to look in upon them, and if satisfied whieh they cannot help but being purchase from their valuable stock. Surely a Christmas gm couu not oe more opportune than one of a sewing machine which would please mother. dellebt sister, and put the youngbters in awe and fill thera with wonder. Winchester & Co., Gentlemen's Furnish lug uooas. Messrs. Winchester & Co., No. 706 Chesnut street, are manufacturers of and dealers in the patent shoulder seam shirt. The advantage of inese smru every one knows, ana it would oe useless for us to reiterate it here. They guar' antee a perfect fit in the shirt and drawer line. and eet them no at very ehort notice. They also have, hi endless variety, all that appertains to a gentleman's wardrobe. Wives, puiobaee a uuru smrui, sou present mem 10 your nus uuuus, ana receive irom tnem what every Tivuinu u.c u. tmne ana a aiss, Messrs. Clark A Blddle, Jewellers. Uo for the holidays Christmas gilts in abundance; no need of further examination. Those persons wno are on me iookoui to i-ra Where 10 rurcun'e me cm-nj ivr nuuuny "'- need perplex nor distract their mind no more, torso es'aonsDmeni is wunin tneir reacn iu supply all their wonts with articles the value, besnty, and tasta of which cannot be denied, the knowledge of the location ol this establt'u Tnent will mate unnecessary all that hunting and Inquiring which ignorance of the fact of its being the very best In its line would cause. Messrs. Clark d Blddle, No. 112 Chesnut street, bave, without doubt, the largest, mort exten sive, and comprehensive Icwelry establishment in the city or country. Everjthtosr In tbeir line will be found of the purest metal, of the latest 6T3I0 of roaaufacture, with neatness and ele gance combined. In sold and silver watcbe. warranted the best ot timeieepers, Laving the -finest works, and ornamented with the most elaborate de signs. Their assortment cannot possibly bo surpassed. To young and old, who drsire one of these most useful articles, we woald recom mend at once to muke a carelnl examination ol the large selection ot Meet-rs. Clark & BMdle. Sets of lewelry, breastpins, eardrops, chains, finger rings, all manner of ornaments so useful to the. prrfect equipment of a lady's wardrobe- coral sets; pearl sets; diamonds, the most spark ling and of the finest water; all kinds of precious stones, set in goia 01 most oeautuui and eiaoo rate finish; enamelled jewelry, unique and ele pant; silver ware, in great abundance, pure nsnapome in design, ana substantial lor use: plated ware, on the purest of white metal, and of the latest patterns. Everything connected with the complete stock 01 a jewc.ry estaonsnmeni is here to be lound. A selection Irom so largo and varied an assort ment cannot lail to be made. Tne prices are moderate. No better inducements are offered in the country. The goods are warranted to be what they are sold for, and will assure II y satisfy all who purchase. In your round ot Christmas examinations, do not tail to visit this establish ment, JMo. 712 Chesnut street. Henry A. Drecr. Dealer In Flowers and Heeds, Is among the prominent floriculturists of our city. lie always has on band a large stock 01 geianiums ana other flowers; . as well seeds of various kind. lie is also an extensive dealer in exotic plants. Bouquets are made to order, and gotten up in truly elegant style. ucie is an opportunity ror the lovers of botany to secure many of the rarest and most beautitul floweis In the country, aud at prices that would surpuse one, they being so cheap that you ran uuy a magniucent collection lor a nominal sum. By all means pay him a visit, and pur chase some of the mre beauties, and rrecnt them lo your lriends as a Christmas gilt. His place ol business is No. 714 Cbcsnut street. C. Benkcrt & Son, Manufact urcrs of Boots 1 ., ... auu biioes. What gentleman is not proud of a neat-flttins boot, especially if the foot it covers is neat and small 1 But even a lnree foot can be made to look nice when encased in such elegant boots as are made by our old friends C. Beokert & KoTis, who have removed their establishment Irom No. 488 Fourth street to No. 716 Chesnut street. Mr. Benkert also turns out the finest and prettiest boots and shoes for the gentler tcx. 111s prices will always be iouad resonubie ana sansiactory McAlllstir &- Brother, Manufacturers of upucai instrument. at No, 728 Chesnut street, are well prepared, in their line ot business, to accommodate all woo may give them a call. Ye who are affected with the unloitunate evils, "near-sightedness," weak ness ot vision, or extreme tenderness ot the eve. consult jour benefit by the use of those glases w nica win not aggravate me disease or strain the sipht. which axe to be lound in the estab lishment of McAllister A Brother. Wlllcox it Glbbs Gold Medal Family ! sewing lURcuiutt, Time and use will always invariably tost the working capacities ot any machine. No ma- cnine in ail the groat conclave ot tnecbauicul sew crB which have been successively presented to the public, has stood fhi? test eo well as tho noted "Willcox AClbbs" machine, which, in all trials or skill, spcod, neatness, ana durability, has stood in the nrst rank. Wherever it bus been exhibited in honorable competition, this improved sewing machine has been awarded tne mgnest premiums 01 ejiu or silver medals, or ot diplomas. In the late great trial ot sewing machii es, which occuried in New Ynrk. where merit was only gained by the demonstrations ol practical tcots upon those imtiortant points .whci eon was claimed supe riority, the Willcox & Uibbs machine gained the enviable prize by sustaining each and every point desired. That it is the simplest, the least liable to become deranged, the best made, the cheapest, ihe silliest, tne easiest runmng. tne tastest. bavins the best deviou to prevent a retrograde moveiLcntof the wheel, were fully sustained in open trial, Its chief meritorious points also sus tained were, that its operation requiied less mechanical skill, requiring less time for in si ruction than any other, and the most certaiu and reliable in its operations and work. Any machine having all these good qualities would surely stand No. 1 in the estimation ot thepjblic. Take, also, into consideration that its needle has all those essentials to strength, shortness. straight, and bevelled, mat it uses but one tin cad, avoiding the necessity of com pit cated machinery, that it sews directly from the spool, and makes the "Willcox & Gibbs" twisted lcop-stiteh, which is superior to all others, that the seam is more clastic. more even, and always self-fastened, and thi.t it will do the ereatest variety of work, anl an win pe convinced that it is not surpassed by any otner sewer extant, liesiaes all these great and necessary essentials to a erood machine, one that will be lound of more use than trouble in a family, it embroiders beautifully, is the neatest hemmer, the best feller, the finest braider, and can do all work in a smaller space of time, in a more durable and elegant manner, than any other. This ought surely to commeud it to the pupae, inese machines are finished In the highest style of art, combining lightness with strength. They can be obtained In any form, with or witnout casings, at the salesrooms ot the Wilcox & Gibbs, No. 720 Chesnut street. Be sure, you that desire one of these useful articles, that jou maice a tnorouen examination and in spection ot this noted machine, and be assured it will not foil to please if purchased. The Grover fc Baker Sewing Machine. The merits of a sewing machine are hard to decide where so many are held to view before the people. But, nevertheless, a good machine win always commonu ltseir, notwithstanding the markets are crowaea ana cuokea by in ferior articles, - . . Thus wo see the long-known "Giover & Baker Ma shine" still holding its position above mimv others, supported bv true merit often tested, but never failing. It stands up, oae of the first, among the great number of hard work- ins. screecDiuu. loirEiuc. tuu constantly DreuKintr machines, moving steadily without noise, endur ing much hard work, but still &1 good as when first bought; noiselessly it glides on its regular routine of daily toil; constantly working its elastic stitch, that gives, but never breaks; that is cut, Dut never looseu. - xnis is tne machine which baa olien received the first premium among the multiplicity of lock-stich machines, and holds a high seat of honor la the grand circle of mechanical sowers. To make a choice in the purchase of a sewing machine "Oh, how hard," some exclaim, ana surely it Is so. We commonly say to our lriends in this titua ion Go to No. 730 Chesnut street, in this city, examine caretully the me onanism ot tho Grover Baker Machine, test its working capabilities, and if you think it will satisfy you, go not turther, for you can do no iteiier, auu may meet witu much worse fortune. If jou contemplate the presuntlniro! a substantial pitt to some lady friend, jou cannot do better tnan present tbat gift in the shape of the Grover & Baker Sewing Machine. Weyl A, Rosenheim, Dealers Itt Milli nery UooUs, It is per naps one of the most beautiful sights In the world to fee a pretty woraaa well dressed. And what qufc&tltj ol JiUle things go (0 wuke the tire s of a lady ? It is almost bewiWcrtnar, at one fast counts over the various little knick- knacts. at Messr. weviA ltoscniieim's. how ever, we can Dnd all ready at our band. Tbetr stork of millinery and straw goods is very fine and rich. Xhey nave materials of eve kind tn profusion, and their stock Is en orth Inspec tion vj nu j iiiicwuu i.P j0 Pee beautiful goods. ics, rrvuvst lowers, ribbons, etc., and an 01 the, rery latest styles. lewls Ladamna A, Co., Dealers In Dia monds and Jewelry, at No. 802 Chcfnut street, owing to the decline in gold, have made a great reduction In the pi ces of their large and well-assorted stock of on monns, watchet, jewelry, silverware, etc. This decline in specie It of vast importance at this particular time, when all thoughts are fixed upon the appioaching holidays, with great expectations of receiving and giving; lor brother can now Diiy the watcn he nas been contora- tlatini:: mother shall have that set of elegant silverware which was admired so much through tne large show windows ot t,adomus A Co.: and sister snail nave that locket and chain so anxiously longed for; while father will be content to dive often Into the recesses ot his pocket-book tor the wherewlthHt necessary to purchase these Chri-tmas presents.' me selection 01 laoomus tt uo. is one 01 tne best In the city. Their stock is not surpacd. their terms are not overrated ; and it will well pay a person contemplating the purchase ot jewelry to mnxe a earetui examination of their stock. ' Theodore II. McCalla, Hatter. Theodore II. McCalla s hat and can empo rium. No. 804 Chesnut street, contains articles ot every description in that line ot business that can aoorn or protect tno neaci. jno gentle man b waroroDe is complete until he fur nishes nimeeil with an elevating dress-bat, a beoomlne lelthat. or a warm cap. all of which can be had at the ahove-meutioned place. All the latest styles, with all tbclr ranges, are there oueren to the public. I G. V. Pitcher, Bookseller. There are some places that, like Charles Dick ens' old curiosity thop, are decidedly difficult to describe, we remember once upon a time going to the Academy of Natural Sciences, and when we got home undertook to describe what wo saw there, but we gave up in despair. because tbcie were so many beginnings that we never could se.ect one to coniinenoe at. It would be almost as difficult a task to describe the many beautilul thlnes that are to be seen at Mr. O. W. Fltchcr's. at no. huh t'hesnut street. Many a time have we stepped in to look over their BtocK 01 nanasorae engravings ana large Photographs, and always bave found them anx ious to oblige to the utmost of their power. remaps there is hardly a person who pre tends to any taste that has not seen and ad mired their beautiful and artistic phot chromos. There is one, in particular, that comes 10 our memory as we write this hi Hole. 'It is called "A 1'ienic in the wooas." a more exquisite imitation ol oil painting, or a more natuial effect, could hardly he produced. H repre sents several little cnicauus a lew (lavs old, who have run away from their mother hen, and are eojoyiug thenuclvts iu tho wooJs. The cii'ect is lovely, and the picture is, as it deserves to be. a very popular one. Bebidcs this picture, ditcher has a number 3t oil palutings. w hich he cans his "gems." They are uenerally very pretty and tastv, aud reflect credit on the getter-up. It we were to descant upon bis lramcs, rustic ana gut, dwck wainut, etc. etc., or his albums ana his little knick- knacks of all kinds, that by "their cheapness and beauty are so tempting, we could till a volume. We would only say, in conclusion, to the reader, to go aud eee tor nnnscii, at U. vv. Pitcl.ei's, No. btiH t nenut street. J. W. Scott & Co., Men's Furnishing 1 . ' uoonik - . . J. W. IScott & Co.. shirt manufacturers and dealers in ceutlemen's furnishing goods, have on Land a Uvee stock in their line, and at prices to suit the times. Their place ot busi ness is at No. 814 Chesnut street, wbero you are sure to be satistied wi'n lue article vou pur chase. Present your friends with a dozen liuen collars irom this establishment. . Jamt S.Eailc & Sons, Deulcrs In Paint ings, 1'rlnts, iiitv. In the handsome establishment of James S. Earle A.Sons, at No 816 Chesnut street, will b found an ample collection of artistic com, from w hich the most recntrcue taste can select some- thine in the way of a Christmas gift. The galle- and varied rano to tho connoisseur of art, em bracing everything from costly first-class paint- ities in oil down to small prints and lithographs. But perhaps the most attractive articles in the collection are the terra-cotta statuettes from the designs of Rogers, for the sale of which the Me.-ars. Earle are the sole agents in this city, There is a freshness and vitality about these charming little groups which cannot but recom mend them to the most fastidious taste. Most of them, as the public is well aware, are based upon incidents of the late civil war. Mr. Rogers ncssesses the happy faculty of seizing upon the most romantic and, at the same time, the most touching situations, for his designs. He struck a chord in the great heart of the people, which has responded in a manner too plain to be mistaken. The verdict of success has seen em phatically stamped upon all the productions of his rci'tue art. wuen every uouseuoiu in vue hmri had one of its members absent in the field. it could not be otherwise, especially as the desiernd in tnemBeivts possessed so much in trinsic merit. Among the most noticeable mili tary sketches are "Taking the Oath," "Uncle Ned's School," "The Bushwhackers," "The Home Guard," "The Wounded Scout," "The Returned Volunteer "The Last Shot." "The Union Refugees." "The Picket Guard," "Sharp Shooting," and "The Camp Fire." All these designs are wrought out with a high degree ot merit, and many of them are unexcelled for delicacy of outline and artistic grouping. It would indeed be strange if a most acceptable gilt for the coming holidays could not be found in one or more 01 tneoi. . Charrcs Stokes St Co., Clothiers, nr located under the 'Continental." as every body knows. , And there the ragged and thread- hare friend of vour heart can be made happy by a discreet and comparatively small outlay. It is even rumored that Stokes has discovered a method by which to sew buttons on in a way that prevents them from dropping on. ( To be continued in our issue of to-morrow. ) IfJM. A. DROWN & CO., No. 24G MARKET St., , ' .J, , HAVE NOW IN STOCK AN ELEGANT ASSORTMENT OF UMBRELLAS. MADE FROM 8UPEIHOB ENGLISH AND FRENCH SILKS OF THEIR OWN IMPORTATION, FINISHED OFF WITH TUB STYLES OF LATEST IVORY, WALBVT, and FARTRIDua HANDLES, FOB CHRISTMAS PRESENTS, ruiiiflt rvR, HUNTER, No. ii N. SEVENTH BTBEET, ABOTC FILBERT, FHILADELPHTA. Acknowledged by allpartxet interfiled, u by lar the ACIk .MOST BCCCfeHSFUL rUYBIClAlT AWT, In the treatment Dttfate in hn ipeeialty. QUICK, frii-.iii!jiir Mil rtnan-nf curtt auaranttea la ern case. Bemember 1 can only te bnd senuine at niaoio eataDiuuea.vrpce fjo. WATCHE8, JEWELRY ETC, LADOMUS& CO. 'DIAMOND DEALERS & JRWEIERS. witches, jswiaav a mltsk mr, WATCHES sad JEWELRY REPAIREDy I Una m . 1 it VMla. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY . ann : nniDAL 1'ItEBENTB. Dura ob hand a larrft and beautKnl smortromt of Watcbes, Jewelry, sod Silverware, suitable tor Christ nas Bolldav and Bridal Present. Particular attention tollclted to onrlarte aaMrtment of Diamonds and Watches, Gold Chains tor ladles' and gentlemen's wear. Also, Sleeve Buttons, Studs, and seal Rings, tn great variety, all ol the newest stjlc. FANCY SIL.VBR-WARK, ESPECIALLY SUITED FOR 3 BIDAl OIFI9. We are dally recelvlnr new eood. nlectnd exDremlv for the holiday naire. Our Driest will be found as low. If not lower, than the lame quality can be purchased elsewhere J'uicbaers invited to eau. Diamonds and all prsolons stone, alsoi old Gold and Silver, purchased or isknn la sucbang. IMp . KITCHEN & CO. BAVE OPENED THEIR NEW STORE, SOUTHEAST CORNER TENTH and CHESNUT Streets, WITH A FULL BTOCK OF WATCHES. JEWELRY. Silver, and Silver-Plated Ware. FANCY GOODS, Etc. Tbelr S toes being entirely new, and selected with the ulmoet eaie, they leel confident of being able to suit the taste of thoie who wish articles In their line. Tfcey solicit an inspection of their goods. C. B. K1TCBEH. J. II. OLIVER. N. Rl LON. Salesman. 11 27 lmrp CHRISTMAS! w. w. SOUTH CASSIDY, NO. 1'rd SECOND STREET Ofers an entlicly new and most carefully selected stock 01 lAilERK AS AM) OESEVA WATCHES, i ; ' T JEWELRY," SILVlRWARE.and VAJICY ARTICLES OP KVERY ; : DEbCRlPTlOSr, suitable for BRIDAL. OR HOLIDAY PRESENTS An examination will show my stock to be unsur passed In quality and cheapness.' '-- - Parttcu'ar attention paid to repairing. S 1 S JpOR THE' HOLIDAYS SMITH Si DREER, S. K. Coiner ARCH ana TENTH Streets, ... r ... . ' Have now on hand a Wall selected Stork o WATCHES, JEWELRY, SILVER, AND SILVER. PLATES WARE, Suitable for the Christmas Holidays. A call is respoctfully solicited. 12 3 lmrp THEODOBE SMITH. JEHDINAND J. DREER, JB fOR lllUMMS PRESENTS. FINE OPERA GLASSES, ELEGANTLY BOUND MUSIC BOOKS, , AND MUSIC FOLIOS. C. W. A. TRUMPLER, 12 14110 SEVENTH AND CHESNUT STS. S I LV ER-WARE FOB BE I DAL PRESENTS. G. RUSSELL , & CO., NorQa North SIXTH St., ' Invite attention to their Choice Stock of SOLID SILVER- W ARK, suitable lor CUitiai'MAa andBRlUAJ. FEES &N 'IS. IbM HENRY', HARPER, at anufscturer and Deaierln Wtttclies , i j r. 'ine Jewelry, 11 8ilver-r ltited Wars, , if, --''" Solid Silver-Ware. HIOII JEWELRY. I JOHN BRENNAN, .. :j : v. .. DEALER IN DIAMONDS, FINE WATCHES, JEWELRY ' -'j .' .Etc. Etc Etc .. 9 20 13 B. EIGHTH ST.. PHILA1JA. BOWMAN & IE0NARD, , MABrCFACTCBEBS or WHOLESALE' AND RETAIL DEALER IK and 704 SliTer-Plated Goods, ARCH STREET, 1 PHILADELPHIA. thoae in want Of SILVER or BILvIH-PLATED WAKK will nna It mncn 10 tneir aavaniage 10 Tiait cut 81 OHt. beiore making their puruliaxea. Oar Iouk experience In tne manaiacture ot ue above kindj ol un.hi.. u. in dar coniDedtlon. We keep iwmkii but tnoiw wulck are of the FTH8T C LABS, ail i ter own make, and will be gold at reduced prices. v -a JpINE OPERA GLASSES IMPORTED AND FOR SALE BY JAMES W. QUEEN & CO., JO 1SU No. eat CIIESNVT J3trt, Silver No WATCHES, JEWELRY, ETC. j3AlXEY 8f jCo. 819 Chestnut Street y FHlLAULLr H1A. JEWELERS, IMPORTERS OF English Plated Wares, Fine Watches y Clocks London Pearl Setts, , English Cutlery, -Bronzes, , Porcelain, Coral Jewelry, . . ; . Precious Stones, K . ait Goods, mc: Always on hand a large assortment of Jmne jJewelry ILVER . ARE. NEW PESlflNS FURNISHED AND COODS MADE TO ORDER, AT SHORT NOTICE. SILVER WARE FOR BRIDAL PRESENTS, IN GREAT VAP.IETV. U fmwtJl CLARK & BIDDLE, JEWELLERS AND SILVERSMITHS, No. 712 CIIESMT STREET, Have now ready for aie ihe most COMPLETE AND ELEGANT ASSORTMENT Which they have ever offeied, comprising every . thing usually found in a ; " ' JEWELRY ESTABLISHMENT, . -AT THE t , LOWEST CASH RATES. 10BfnVwtl2 25 . ' CHRISTMAS, HOLIDAY AND BRIDAL GIFTS - ESTABLISHED IN 1812. WILLIAM WILSON fit SON,. SILVERSMITHS AND MAWACTL'KEBS AND UlI'OKTEllS OF ; SUPERIOR PLATED WARE, SOUTHWEST CORNER OP FIFTH AND CHERRY STREETS, nave on hand a large and geierml assortment of Silver and Plated tt'ira, Suitable for ' Bridal Preaeuta, Etc. Etc. PRESENTATION SETS ON HAND, Or furnished at short notice. 11 24 lmrp PARIS GOODS. Fine Mantel Clocks, Fine Travelling Clocks, Comic Bronzes, Match Safes, Inkstands, Alarms, Parian Statuary, Etc. Eto Together with an tMortnient of Flue AVattlica, Jewelry, and Silver Ware, SUITABLE YOB CHRISTMAS GIFTS. FARR V BROTHER, Importers, i No. 324 CHESNUT Street, 12 IS 6trp BELOW FOUBTg. . Lai ge and small sizes, plajing irom 3 to Main, and costing from 5to 300. Our aasortment comprises snob -choice melodies as 'Home, Sweet Home "Tne Last Bote of Bnmmer. "Anld Langflyne." - . 'Star Spangled Banner." 'My Old Kentucky Home," eto, etc., Besides beauttinl selections from tbe various Operas. imported direct, and for sale at moderate prices, by 1 FARR A BROTHER, Importers of Watches, eto., II lltmthijrp Ko. 824 CHF.asPT Bt.. below Fourth. CpL REMOVAL, tjl ISAAC DIXON, WATCH MAKER, HAVING REMOVED TO No. 120 8. ELEVENTH Street, below Chesnut, Has opened a new snd carttuli elected stock oi flue Hcnes, Jewelry Bluer and Plated Ware. V. B.-Chronomcter, Luplei, Paten Lever, and plain. W atches carefully repaired andwarranteoUloaieoa TAIlBUIlTON & SON, No. 1004 CHESNUT STREET. MILLINERY GOODS. REAL LACS GOODS
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