B chbistius nmwm What Everybody Wants, and Where Everybody Can Find It. Roller for People Who Arc In (nandarj Aliout Pnrcliasiu Their Holiday (ilfK Ktc., Etc. Ktc. Ktc, Ktc, Ktc. (Ctmtinucd from Yisteriiny's Irmc.) Wc resume this attct noon our tour of lb? city in scarib of desirable gifts for the holiday sitson. gKCO.M) STREKT. Morris, Clothier Si, I-el. Dealers In Cloths and Mcu'i Weir, Po not forget that the linn of Morris, Clo'.hirr A Lewie, proprietors of the cloth house No. 62 S. Second btrcct, ubove i liesnut, will remove their business location on the 1st of January. ltC7, to Nos. lit and 21 S. Fourth street, In confluence of tins expected change, they ate offering the piescnt stoeK of well-electe d mid substantial goods at Buch greatly minced rates that purchasers and those coiUcmplntiiir the buying of poods will tind it greatly to their ul vantage to call upon theui. They have a very large stock ot woollens and men's wear Rene rally, which Is not to be excelled. Richmond Si, Forrpaugh, Dealers lu Fur niture. Going along Second street, south of Market street, the eye of ttie passer-by is involun tarily attracted to the elegant furniture stores that arc conspicuous along that great busi ness quarter. Among the many that are there congregated, the store ot the Messrs. Rich mond V Forepaugh stands conspicuous. They have as plendid stock of the best made anil cheapest lurniture in the city. It were worth giving tbcm a call even to look at their stock. There are rosewood and black walnut suites of parlor and chamber furniture of all patterns and styles. There is also every degree of finish, from the plain oiled waluut to the most glittering piano linish. One cannot help won dering at the perfection to which the im proving of machinery has been carried, as he looks around upon the many beautitul pat terns and styles. For an appropriate gift we would refer all judicious persons to call upon Kichmond & Forepaugh, No. 40 South Second street. W. T. Snodgrass &, Co., Dealers lu Cloths audi Satkluga, Sackings! sackings! A large stock of new and elegant sackings for ladies, at the large es tablishment of W. T. Snodgrass & Co., No. 34 South Second street, an assortment that cannot be equalled for variety, elegant shades, and the beet qualities of cloth. A large selection of coatings and cassinieres for gentlemen. This selection comprises fabrics the heaviest aud lightest, the most durable, of the finest material, kud will work up into the most elegant of coat ings. These goods have lately been received for fall sales, and are otlered to the public at mode rate prices, Any lady or gentleman desirous of selecting cloths for a neat garment should call on Snodgrass &. Co. Edwin Hall Si, Co., Dealers In Dry Goods. Holiday presents to satisfy the cravings of all Who have IhII pockets, only to be consoled by an exchange for Christmas gilts, which cau be had of Edwin Hall & Co., No. 28 South Second street, who have a select assortment ot useful goods, which cannot be outrivalled. To attempt to de scribe the contents of this establishment, which are so varied and comprehensive, would be the most difficultof undertakings; wecan but notice some ot the more general features of this firm. t The assortment of genersl goods Is large. Lace, embroidered and tucked, hemstitched and plain handkerchiefs, of all bi.es, in large quan tities, of fine quality, aud low prices; lace col lars aid sets, ot the newest styles, finest texture, and beautitul appearance; embroidered linen sets, of the neatest manufacture. In the above selections, the goods will be found invariably to give satisfaction to all who purchase. Gents' plain and colored handker chiefs in abundance. In tact, this department of Hall & Co.'s establishment is a perfect, com plete, and comprehensive emporium In the handkerchief line. A large and elegant assort ment of kid gloves, warranted to make the neatest tit, of the very Lest materials to be had, and for very moderate prices of sale. Jouvin's best kid gloves; buff, white, scarlet, and blue cloth gloves, and an endless variety of brown and mode gloves. Fancy hosiery for children, to warm and comfort them in these chilly winter lays. Skaters take especial notice, that MBrs. Hall & Co. have a large selection of fancy -woollen gaiters lor skating. Stating goods in large quantities, and the exact articles all la lies nhould have who euioy this winter's exercise. Materials for ladies' skating skirts, ot all colors, most tastefully designed, and perfectly untear able. Green baize for skating baes, in amount sullicient to cover all the skates in Christendom. Do not tail to call upon Messrs. Hull & Co. The American Tea Company, How disagreeable and troublesome what continuations of growls and endless fault linding will be caused by weak tea every even ing, and tasteless, rily coffee every morning, especially after a quadruple amount has been steeped, without any change lor the better in its tualit'! We take great pleasure in announcing to our tea and coffee lovers, tnat this nuisance can be entirely obviated by purchasing these articles of the well-known Tea Company, located tit No. 21 South Second street, and at No. 932 Arch street, near Tenth. There can be found the pure articles which will not require the'doub ling or trebling of the usual amount, in order to make the beverage drinkable. This com panv has branches tnroughout the principal cities and towns of the country, and does not rely on middlemen for its stock with which to suonlv the citizens of Philadelphia, but imports ex pressly, for its own special sule, the best of teas aud oofices. The stock now on hand is one of the laigest to be found, comprising all the well known and substantial grades. The prices because of this importation, are far below the rates of similar establishments. We believe that those whose chief delight is to sip these Oeliehtlul beverages, and whose great sorrow It is when they are presented with diluted water, may continue so to enjov, and be spared the bitter sorrow, by purchasing of this company. None who UBe the articles sold by this firm will tail to receive great satisfaction. Charles Lewlswon, Dealer In Furs. Furs, soft, warm, and the finest to be obtained In the country, ltich, rare, and reliable. No lady should be without a set of furs to complete her wardrobe and protect the person in the cold days of winter. The most appropriate gift a gentleman could make to a lady for a Christ mas memorial would be a durable, usef ul, and ornamental set of furs. Charle Lewisson, No. 14 8. Second street, six doors below Market, has now on hand the largest and most comprehensive selection of furs to be found In the city. Hud son iiay sable muffs, collars, and berthas: tine sable mink mutis, Siberian squirrel, and real royal ernwue mulls, etc., with a large variety of children's iur sets. This establishment is tba largest cloak, mantilla, aud fur emporium to be Jound. An immense saving in price cau be made by applying lor an early selection. W. W.Cassldjr, Jeweller. Christmas goods, useful, ornamental, and valuable. W. W, Cassldy, No. l'i 8. Second street, now offers to the public great induce jeents in the sha,ve of an exceedingly well selected stock of Am erican and Geneva watches, THE DAILY EVENING TELEGIUHI. rETIADELrillA, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1866. of latest manufacture, warranted perfectly relia ble timekeepers; 1 we.lry in general, all kinds, comprising articles ot the latest styles, uniqne, and of rich appearance, and of the highest style of workmanship; silvci ware that cannot be dis tinguished from the solid silver Itself; and fanry articles ol every description suitable lor bridal or holiday present". Let those who wish to purchase in this direction visit the establish ment of Air. Cassidy, and they will be satisfied that his stock cannot be surpassed, Uonld Si, Co., Manufacturers of Furniture tine of the largest business places in the rity is ttould t Co.'s furniture warehouse, at No. 37 and 39 North Second street. The firm have also a depot at the corner ot Ninth and Market streets, it is well known to all who have any knowledge Of the business of the elty. that this is the best place to go to for any one who wishes t get a good article of furniture at a fair price. The Messrs. Gould & Co. have one good quality of business men they do not Buffer their light to he hid under a bushel. Perhaps there is not a furniture store in the country that is betier known and appreciated than the Messrs. Gould A Co.'. Their stock, always large and 6clect, is now perhaps larger and finer than has ever been in the store before. They keep themselves before the people, and we are happy to see the people appreciate them. We would say to any one vtho wants furniture, go to Gould's. P. P. Gustluc, Dealer lu Furulture. As there are an uneommonly large number of young persons who arc dully committing matri mony, it would not be out of place in these columns to relcr to the furniture store of Mr. P. P. (Justine, at the northeast corner of Second and iiace streets. There cau be seen all kinds of housekeeping articles, from the handsomest ebony aud ormolu furniture to the pbdu aud jet neat cottage furniture. Thy have now a very large stock, which they are selling oil' ai veiy reasonable rates. What more suitable present could a father make Thau nn elegant suit of parlor and chamber furniture Irom (Jus tine's establishment ? J. W. Thoiuns, Vcalcr In Dry (iomls. John W. Thomas, Nos. 40:. and 407 X. Second street, has opened a complete assortment of dry goods, ladies' dress goods, aud domestic pood, all ot which will be sold at rates as low as rati lie found in any establishment in this city. Notice the grand array of holiday presents, the most appropiiate for ornament and ns ; silk in Inrge quantities, heavy, light, of every desirable shade, of all widths, and ot the best material; moire antiques of all the most elegant patterns and tastelul color"; Irish poplins, plaid poplins, and dress goods in every variety, from which a lady cannot fail to select a pattern to satisfy. Lyons black velvet, soft and glossy, ot handsome appearance, and manufactured irom the very best of mateiial. Laces aud embroideries, wnicb cannot be surpassed for texture, style, and beauty; gloves and hosiery, the best to cuver the hands and warm the feet; shawls and cloaks of every description, and in endles? numlers. It may here be said that In the shawl line Mr. Thoiuns' establishment cannot be sur passed. It comprehends the most elegant, warm aud tastelol of these necessary articles, to be found elsewhere in the city. Cassimeres.doeskins, blankets, together with a large stock (if domes tic goods ot endless varietv, suited la the wants of nil. Call upon Mr. Thomis aud carelu.ly examine his stock, and, if you thiuk it satisfac tory, go not further to fare worse. Curwcn Stoddart Si. Brother, Dealers in Dry Goods. All our lady fiiends who are puzzled as to w here they can purchase, at the most reasonable rates, useful and substantial articles, can be rescued from their Christmas dilemmas by act ing in accordance with the inducements otlered in thi9 notice. To find a reliable business firm that has a substantial and well-selected stock, Irom among the many which pretend so to have, Is one of the most difficult snd puzzling tasks set before a lady about to purchase. Hut we offer to help them, lu this wise: Among the multiplicity of establishment of similar busi ness, we no'-ice none offering better induce ments, both in prices and goods sold, than the film of Curwen Stoddart & Brother, proprietors of one of the largest dry goods and dress goods establishments in the city, occupying three fronts on Second Street, above Willow Nos. 4")(l, 452, and 4."j4. Their stock U us complete as it Is comptchen-i-ivc. Dry poods every possible article in this line. Of ladies' dress goods, their stock is well selected. Silks, velvets, cassinieres, poplins, muslins, meriuoes, delaines, moire antiques, mourning goods, etc., ot the Cnest quality, the latest design, and the most substantially raiou factured. It is a stock trom which a lady can not lail to make a selection.and be f irever satis fied. The entire stock of goods is now otlered at such prices as will effect a ra'.dd reduction, and thus give purchasers an opportunity of securing for themselves valuable and appro priate articles. Of fancy goods lor holiday use the assortment is large. ARCH STREET, Eyre & Landell, Dealers In Dry Goods, There is now offered to our lady friends, at the F. W. conrer of Fourth and Arch streets, in the establishment of Eyre & Landell, a stock of ladies' dress goods, that comprises in its line all that is useful, beautiful, and ornamental. Some of the finest goods for Christmas presents are otlered at extremely low prices. Expensive long shawls, from the establish ments ol the most noted manufacturers, of the finest materials, the most beautiful designs, and yet at very moderate prices. Lyons cloak vel vet, soft aud glossy, suited for the richest of cloaks, etc. Magnificent silks, of the heaviest material, of all desirable shades, either plain or beautifully designed. Richest plaid poplins, finest reps and popliils, suited tor manufacture into the loveliest of dresses. Besides the large slock in dress goods, they have an equally fiue assortment of piano and melodeon covers. Everybody knows the value ol these articles for the ornamentation of such instruments, and they need not be reminded of the especial superiority of the stock in this direction now sold by Eyre & Landell. J Henry Harper, Jeweller. nenry Harper, No. 520 Arch street, manu facturer and dealer in jewelrv of all kinds, no invites examination to his extensive stock, which cannot be surpassed iu quality, style, and workmanship. This Is the place to find those articles which are always considered more ap propriate on account of their value and use as ornaments. Watches in endless variety of gold and silver, containing the most correct of works, both of English and American manufacture, b ine jewelry, consistingol every imaginable arti cle necessary to a complete array of aladv'o dress, and suited for all the wants of a gentleman, t-ilver plated ware and solid silverware of the best selection. Gi lnth & Page, Dealers lu Skates. Holiday presents, suited to the wants of young ladies, gentlemen, girls, and boys. Skates in abundance; the latest styles, from the establish ments ot the best manufacturers, ot all sizes, of the neatest possible finish, and warranted to pive entire satisfaction. Griffith & Page. No. buO Arch street, are well supplied with alf thit is essential to the equipment of the skater. The latest improvements in that line is Ropers' "clij pers," ladies' Union "clippers," Osborne's steel skates, and lilondin's invention for strengthening weak ankles -Monitor" skates, the newest and best for ladies, gentlemen aud youth. S:raps, buckles, heel-plates, etc. etc. The prices are as moderate as can be found in the city. AY. T. Hopkins, Dealer In Hoop-Sklrt. Ladies, take notice! Hoop-skirts, latest styles, lust out. One of the most desirable and e-sential articles of a lady's wardrobe at the pre sent time, is a hoop-.-kirt which v ill give ih j dress a graceful form and aid in walking. Mr. W. T. Hopkins. No. 628 Arch street, pro prietor of th "Hoopkirt Emporium," has now all those different styles which cannot fail to please the ladies. "La petite trail," for the promenade, the "champion" trail, for the drawing-room, of I convenient size and graceful form, are iust what the ladies of this city need. They are in every way the most desirable, be cause having all the latest improvements for ease, convenience, and beauty. Skirts made to order, aiteied, Mid repaired. All the New York made skiits constantly on hand, at low prices. Send or call for a circular, giving size, style, nnd piVe. Kimball AJ CM Mannfaetnrers of Arti ficial I.I in b. To the soldiers who fought so nobly in the late war; to all men who have had the great niislortune to lo e any one of their limbs, we send you this greeting.' For It cm be construed into noibmg elte, when we inform vou that thot-e let limbs can lw replaced by artificial ones, wliti-h cannot be noticed, and which will supply the use of lhoe lost. Kimbsll Co., No. i39Aich stieet, aie stocked with all those necessaiy articles to cure deformity, and to supply the place of lost limb-'. Hard rubber artificial arms, legs, appliances for deformity. These limbs are transfened from life in form and fit. They are the lightest, most durable, conifoitable, perfect, aud satisfactory substi tutes yet invented. They are approved by the United States Government and all our principal surgeons. Pamphlet (ree. J, M. Finn, Dealer In Corsets. In corsets, the large-t stock we have yet seen is at the business osiablnhnv nt of Mr. John M. Finn. Seventh and Arch streets. The most stylish and elegant article, manufactured from the best of material, of blight scailot, magnifi cently got up, lined aud embroidered with whi'e silk, thus making a corset which every lady is dcliehfe d with at first sight. This is a French article, and is ceitain to be popular. The new German embroidered corset, in colors, is attractive, unique, and beautiful. In addition to the large assortment in this direction, the proprietor oilers our lady friends, at the low et prices, the oet make of" French cane corsets. I- rencb lu whalebone "IV corsets, do. 32 bones, the Jenny l .ind corets, purple, black, first quality E. P. I), plain finishMl cot sets, of all sizes and oft he best workmanship. Mr. Finn also offers a full line of Nottinehiiiu Incc curtains, at the lowct prices The above good will be sold at wholesale rates, wbeu pur chacd in quantities. liowmau Ai Leonard. Manufacturers of Mlver and Silver-plated Good. Flown an A- Leonard, inanulacturers of and dealers, wholesale and retail, in silver and silver-nlateo good', No. 704 Areh street, have now on hand a stock fioni which an elegant and appropriate selection cannot fad lo be made bv thee dcsiiinc useful holiday gilts. Everything in; the way of solid silver or silver plated ware can here be found. All the articles, especially thoe for table use, are manufactured in the highest deeree of ait, designed with the most artistic skill, solid and substantial. Those In want ot this kind of ware will Pud it much to their advantage to visit the store of Messrs. How-man Ac Leonard before going elsewhere. Their long experience in the business of manu facturing ihe above poods enables them to defy competition. No goods are kept on hand but those which can bo fully warrauted, and o. the tirst-cla-s, all ol their "own make, and sold at reduced prices. Tohii Farelra, Dealer In Furs. Christmas is coming and is almost upon u. The cold weather has come and is quite upon ns; and wi-1: Christmas comes the much vexed question, What shall we give the dear one? There are so many fancy and useful articles that attract the eye, each and all of which are so useful that we naturally hesitate in buying the gilt we would present as a token ot our love or esteem. But, as one goes out in the street, and leels old "Jack Frost" nipping at his face and fingers, and in the course of his peregrina tion passes by the fur store of Mr. John Farcira, at No. 718 Arch street, his doubts all vanish, and he sees at once what would be the most ac ceptable. Those rich, warm Siberian squirrel aud the elegant Siberian sables, w ould be a most useful and ornamental gift. And then, too, th pretty white lurs and fancy lur trimmings, ot all kinds. XV. J, Perry, Rookseller aud Stationer. Sirolling along, our eye was attracted by the windows ot William S. Perry, liookseller and Stationer, No. 72t! Arch street. Enienu"? his store, we w ere puzrled not a little which to loo'i at til sr. He has got a large and elegant us ort ment of all kinds ot goods in his line. Just, look at a lit ot some of them: Pocket and velvet-bound Bibles, Praver and Hymn Bonks; song books, writing desks, portfolios, picket looks, clear cases, backgammon and chess boards, games of Bazique, and all other games of the season, etc. etc. Their own manufacture of blank books are totten up in a style that is a credit to oui city. For the young folks there are the very best makes of water-color paint", in boxes, handsomely furnihed w ith drawing pencils, brushes, eic. It.T. Ilaixaid, Dealer In Paper Hanging. R. T. Haz.ard, No. 819 Aich street, has an ex tensive stock .ot paper hangings sud window shades at wholesale. Every lndy who glances at old aud soiled hangings knows the necessity ot immediately puichasing new, and also the want ol neat window-shades, to take the place ot those tattered and torn. To such we can say that Mr. Hazzard has a full selection of the neatest and most tasteful colors, designs, 6izes, etc. Plain shades, fine decorations for the walls, border-mouldings, stamp-gilts, English satins, bleaks, etc., in great variety. Mllllken, Dealer In Linen Goods. The name of "Milliken" has been associated with an establishment which, lor its stock of coods and its moderate prices, has always been consideied one of the first-class; fur in it is contained all those desirable ladies' and ecnte' linen goods which from the first have been so acceptable to all. Milliken'e liuen store, No. 828 Arcb street, has become the known repository where can be lound all those esBential articles to a person's wardrobe; Christmas presents in great variety, and suited to the wants of all; ladies' hand kerchiefs, from the plain neat linen to the most tastefully designed muslin, all grades, ail sizes, all styles; eeuts' handkerchiefs, from the large treble-sized red silk to those exactly suited for company association; children's handkerchiefs in endless prolusion. In fact, Milliken's esta bisbnieut is a perfect and complete depot for the reception and disbursement of pocket hand kerchiefs. Besides this large stock in this direction, one of the most exteiit-ive assortments of linen goods to be found in the city is here offered to the public. The finest and most substantial of white goods :or undergarments is heie t be found, and for prices the most reasonable. This is surely an opportunity otlered that should not be overlooked by the ladies of Philadelphia in preparing andlreplenishing the wardrobes of their families. Milliken desires an examination of his stock, and invites the public for that putpose. A perfect emporium is this establish ment of all that is necessary, useful, and essen tial to coml'oit. The proprietor of this store is one of the most extensive advertisers in this city, which, no doubt, coupled with the well-known merit aud durability ot his goods, is the one reason of his receiving the laigest share of patronage in this direction. Nothing is sold wh ch does'nt alwajs give ent're satisfaction. The superior inducements of the varied stock is another reason why t he public examine and pureha-e, the people always being satisfactorily assured ot obtaining the article wanted. Joseph Blackwood, Dealer lu Carpeting. Arch Street Carpet Warehouse. The best assortment of carpet ngs of laust desigus and from the best of establishments. No room should be without that necessary essential to comfort and completeness a carpet. Brussels ingrain, velvet, three-ply, and others, too many lor euumetation. Joseph Blackwood, No. 832 Arch street, two doors below Ninth, the proprietor of the caroct warehouse, -lias just received his large stock of fall importations, which is offered at the lowest prices. No lady in town should go without tht ue''"sary desideratum to home comfort. k .fikt0';lr, ,s, lar-'e and 80 weJ selectel. tnat those desiring to purchase cannot fail lo make satisfactory selections. Morse Co., Dealers In Tabic Ornament. A table, to have a neat and becoming appear ande, should be ornamented by useful articles, tastefully designed, and manufactured in the highest; style of workmanship. Huch articles always lend an air of comfort and elegance and set cfl the appearance of a rtou;, w l U i ether- wise would look barren, and not in keeping with the general aspect of surrounding furni ture. Morse A- Thayer, doing business at No-". '.'02 and 904 Areh street, are supplied with these ornaments, beautifully made, and suitable for holiday citK The varieties cannot be enu merated, the artistic skill In manufacture, and the beauty of appearance in the articles, cunnot be set forth, but must bo visited and examined by the public, to judge of their merits. I.ecdom St, Shaw, Dealers In Carpeting. Carpotinps Carpctlngs ! The latest, the best, the most beautiful carpets for every part of the house, kitchen, dining-rooms, drawine-rooms, tun parlors. Take cjpedal notice that Lecdom A Miaw, No. 910 Arc h strict, between Ninth and Tenth streets, have on hand a large and complete stock of carpetings, which they are offering at reduced prices. Their goods are In m the best manufactories, are of the newest de signs, of every style of make, which cannot fail to please. The finest of goods always on hand. Vanklrk & Co.. Dealers In Can Fixtures and ilroitze Statuary, Vanklrk A- Co., No. 912 Arch street, now offer superior inducements In their line to the public. Gas fixtures, chandeliers, bronze statnary, of artistic beauty nnd of great variety. Chande lieis suited for large edifices or for parlors or drawing-rooms. The designs are the latest, the workmanship is of a superior order, and tho assortment very lsree. This firm would respect ing announce to the public generally that they desire an inspection of their elegant assortment. Those w ishing thoroughly made and handsome goods should cnll upon them. Soiled or tar nished fixtures are rctinidied with special care, and made ps good as new. R. Hosklns Si, Co., Stationers. Something new, something desirable, some thing necessary, novel, unique, and appropri ate. It. Hoskins &, Co., No. 913 Arch street and No. 921 Mprinu Garden street, have those indis pensable necessities cards, cards in abuu lanc", cards lor every body, wedding caids, the latest London nnd Paris styles, of most beautiful de signs. Cards tor leather ( boot) weddinzs, cards lor wooden weddings, tin weddings, silver and gold weddings in fact, cards tor all kinds of weddings. The met artistically designed and engraved monograms, ciphers, etc.: an exten sive assortment of American, French, ami Eug lish stationery. Alo, an asoriment of goods suitable for holiday presents; writing r!csks, portfolios, travelling caes, pocket knives, wal lets, backgammon and chess boirds, dianes, blank books, etc., of all kinds, all styles, and all (but moderate) prices. Smith Si, Dreer. For the holidays, goods suitable for eifts. Smith & Dreer, S. . corner of Arch and Tenth sfieets, have now on hand a well-selected stock ot watches, jeweliy, silver, and silver nbited ware, suitable for the Christmas holidays. Watches, ladies' and gentlemen's, from tho lar'e-sized hunting patent lever, to the small, tiny, and neatly chased gold wateh for a lady. The selection of jewelry is especially superb. Everything in the line of pins, eardrops, rings, hair ornaments, sleeve buttons, and studs, the most beautitul of full sets, ornamented by stones the finest to be found, and elegantly chased. The stock ol f-ilver and silver-plated ware is larso, and to the evaminaiion of this large slock they specially invite the public attention. CHKSXl'T STREET XORTII SIDE. Marvin A. Co., Manufacturers of Safes. Who has not heard ot the tabu'oiii Salaman der, that wonderful animal that enjoyed a white hot bery bed as much as we would euioy a good feather bed in winter ? That animal Has been taken as the emblem of the safes t hat are so well and favorably known. The minds of inventors have been taxed to the utmost to render the fates invulnerable against the attacks of the so called devouring clement, an 1 wonderful has been their success. At Messis. Marvin & Co.'s. No. 721 Chesnut street, can be seen safes that have stood the brunt ot furnaces seven times heated. Tliey use as a non-eomlurthie material, a patent combination of alum and dry plaster, that twetty-five years of experience has proved 10 be invaluable lor the work designed. The Messrs. Marvin A- Co. have also a large assort ment of sates of all kinds of bankers' and office 6teel burglar-proof safes which, lor thorough workmanship, challenge tho world. Crittenden's Commercial College. To a young man just commencing life, no more suitable and useful present oould be offered than a scholarship in auood commercial college, price $25. Henry Clav once said that an apprenticeship In a counting-house was a uselul experience to a man in any situation in life, whether he adopted a profession, or entered into business, or entered the political arena. The commercial college, which is an institution ol only a tew years' growth, is becoming more and more popular. We will refer to one as a representative of the best class. At Crittenden's Commercial College, at the corner of Seventh and Chesnut streets, all the different depart ments are so arranged as to secure the student's greatest advancement in the shortest space of time. Tbey teach book-keening, penmanshio, and the diflerent details or business, in the most thorough and practical manner. In ad dition, a ladies' deparlmeni has been added, in which ladies are taught all the branches of a business education. , The Fidelity Insurance, Trust, and Safe Deposit Company. Wc once read of a poor old "bummer" who used to take particular comfort, whenever he heard the tire-bells ring, that it could not be his house that was burning. But the insurance sys tem has been carried to such perfection, that the property owner is always easy in his mind wbeu he knows that, even if the hand of the mcendiaiy i lifted against his house, that the insurance company will step in like the Good Samaritan, aud help him through his difficulty, 11 he has been ptovideut enough to take time by the forelock aud secure an insurance upon it in some good company. Speaking of insurance naturally brings us to another way in which the household poods can be rendered secure from loss. We refer to the great and popular Fidelity Trust and Safe-Deposit Company ot this city, which has bees established, with a capital of 500,000, in Chesnut street, above Fourth. No one need feel alarm from incendiaries and thieves, when he can for a mere trifle, have bis goods, whether specie or bonds, cared tor so well. Jus, R. Campbell & Co., Dealers in Dry Good. Dry goods and dress goods are coming down So reads the poor bachelor, as he thinks sor. rowfully of his lonely lot lonely because he cannot afford to par the dress bills of his wile that ought to be. How their hearts (if they have any) must beat in gladness by the good tidings "dress goods are down!" Well, so it is; and although consumers are rejoicing exceed ingly thereat, yet the poor storekeepers, who bout; lit their goods at a high price, are look Id? rather blue at the melancholy fact. However, whatever is, is best, aud they are making the inost of it. No one calling in at Messis. Jas. R. Campbell & Co.'s store, No. 727 Chesnut street, would ever imagine, from tho pleasant and amiable manners of the proprietors and their attendants, that there ever could be such a thing as a fall in the price of their goods. But if we would just price some of tuoseelcgaut goods that adorn their counters aud shelves, we would be Instantly aware of the fact of the grest decline in prices. Their stock, which is always fresh and season able, comprises silks of all kinds, velvets, silk poplins, wool, corded, and plaid, poplins, cloak Jn (is of all kinds and grades, aud a splendid variety ot white, black, and colored reps and alpacas. In short, to describe all they have got, would be to give a description of all the goods known to lue trade. It is a curious thing to the uninitiated to see such names as "Biarritz," "Epingline." "Tamisse," etc., and one naturally falls to wondering where such names come trom. They have also constantly on hand a large and select assortmentof blankets, ot the best quality, and for sale at the lowest rates. One can very easily make a good selection cf dress or other goods at this place, that would be eminently m ceptable as a Christmas gift. MARKKT STRGITi W. S. llanscll A. Sons, Dealers In Sad dlery, Ktc. To the fortunate people who enn drive out iu th"ir carriage-, it may be of interest to state that Messrs. William S. Hanscll & Sons, No. 114 Market street, have on hand a laree an I elegaut assortment of buffalo robes, lao-rues, and horse covets ot all patters and of the very best make. They have also on ban I a large stock of sad dlery of all kinds. The Messrs. Hanscll are now felling at greatly reduced prices to suit the times. Any one who desires a pood article at a reasonable price can be satisfied at this esta blishment. The sleighing season will soon cinnmence. Kdwards Si. Lawrenrc, Clothiers. Who has not read the story of that nobl youth who is said to have Irantieally rushed trom took to rock, and Irom glacier to glacier, up the lace of the mountain, to plant his bon ner upon the highest peak I We were reminded of that touching old story as we passed by Edwards & Lawrence's Excelsior Clothing Hall, at S. E. corner of Second and Market streets. This old house is one of the old-time laudmarks in the street. In the very centre of the retail trade, their motto Is "Quick sales aud small profits." At the "Excelsior" there can always be found an immense stock ot men's and boys' clothing, and in addition to this a lare and well-selected assortment of cloths, casttneres, and vestings. They have a separate department for custom woik, where all can be gratified with a perfect tit. The firm are also agents for oiled clothing of all kinds, and of the most approved ntskes, and everything In their whole place will always be found lo be of the best make, of the latest and most fashionable style, hnd. in fact, all that clothing should be, both in regard to appearance and price. V. A. Drown Si Co., Manufacturers of Umbrellas. The best present that can be made is generally the most useful ono. This would naturally lead to a debate as to what stiould be given the palm as being the most useful. But it would bo such a knotty point, that we will drop the subject and consider a mo.-t useful and neces sary article ot housekeeping. We would refer to the umbrella. William A. Drown Co , we observe, have just received, bv the steamer Oftf of Paris, a large stock of French twilled silk umbrellas, which they are selling off at very low rates. These are most splendid arti cles in point ot workmanship and appearance. Messrs. Drown A Co. have also a large stock of umbrellas of all other kinds for sale. Howell Si, Bourke, Dealers In Paper HanclUKs. In the good da5s of old, when the noble lorded it over his tenants and snubbed the noses ot the tradesmen, the people were con tent to have their walls adorned with nothiug oui, me ueiui wnue piaster, or, iu tne case ot ttie most wealthy, with the coMly paintings that we can see in the older hoeses of the Old World. The nobility, and the wealthier clases, al-o in dulged in the luxurious hangings of highly wrought ond colored tapestry, that Is so highly prizidevoutothisday. But we moderns have ad vanced futther in the industrial arts, and more especially in bringing wit li iu the reach of the great masses the luxunes that were foimerly only possessed by the fe favored wealthy classes. In the adornment ot our dwellings the very highest genius is call' . d into play, and In nothing is this more displume J than in the manulactuie ot wall papers, and in kindred goods. The manufactory of the Messrs. Howell k, Boutke is in the lower part ot tho city. There can be spoii all the latent and most valuablepatterns that they are constantly turn ing out, aud whtcu they are conuutly re ceiving Irom the first artists aud designers In the country. Messrs. Howell A Bourke have, besides their palatial store at Ninth aud Chesnut streets, a large wholesale warehouse at the corner of Fourth and Mmket streets. They have now on hand elegant velvet decora tions of all grades, nnd parlor paper of the richest designs. 40 Inch plain papers of every shade, whh rich gold mountings; windo shades of tine Scotch Hollands, ol all widths, white, bufl, green, blue, and pearl, and also figured sha les of the most elaborate designs. They have also picture cords, tassel-, aud shade trimmings, and uu extensive stock ot ereen and brown gum cloths and table oil cloths. It would take more space than could well bo given to a newspaper article to describe all the various styles Oi goods that this firm have on hand at their exlcnsive establishment. Bennett fc Co., Clothiers. Tower Hall, No. 518 Markett stree, is so well known that it seems superogatory to say anvthing in its favor. To say anything against it wo"uld be a hard task. Perhaps there is no one who has not heard of it in some way or other. For a long time the energetic proprietors, Messrs. Bennett & Co., employed a poet to slug tho praises of their house in musical verse, and the ' Bard of Tower Hall" became a local celebrity, as well aud widely known through his effusions as any literary man in the city. And well he might sing the praises of Tower Hall. As one goes through their splendid salesrooms, at tended by the polite and ever ob'iging attend ants, and prices the elegant clothing that is dis played in such vast quantities, he ceases to wonder at the popularity of the place. It is a monument of business enterprise, and its tall granite towers seem to look down upon all its lesser neighbors. We can truly eav that any one having dealings with that firm can always rely upon them. Their stock is constantly being replenished with the newest and the best, and Tower Hall will always be a synonym of all that is good and reliable. Wauamakcr St Brown, Clothiers. As a general rule, the business men of Gotham sneer at the enterprise of our merchants. In fact, in speaking ot Philadelphia tbey are accus tomed to dignity our city by the nume of an in land village. But, In spite of all such ill-natured criticisms and malignings, there ore men in this place who, lor energy aud enterprise, can equal any in New York men who can pusn their business into every quarter of the worl I. aud who, from a small commencement, can build up a mighty business fabric that can stand as a monument of skill aud patient zeal. Perhaps there are none who betier deserve a notice in this councctiou than ttie firm of Wauamakcr & Brown, whose establishment is at the southeast corner of Sixth and Market streets. For a long time this corner has been occupied by the clothing business. To describe the different points of interest In this building would take a volume. It is six stories in height, aud bus a front of 31 feet, and is 1H0 feet deep to Minor street. Entering or. the Market street front, we fiud ourselves in ono ot the finest salesrooms in the country. On our left are gentlemen's furnishing goods of all kinds, styles, and qualities. That deportment extends lor almobt halt the depth ot the build ing. On our right are piled immense quantities ot coats lor common wear. The business offices are on the cential part of the first floor. In the rear pait of this floor the boys' clothing depart ment is located. This is a great convenience to those who have to et their children ntted up. The second story, to which we gain access by a broad aud handsome flight of stuirs, is devoted to the sale of custom-made goods. The cential and north putts ot this tloor present an efiect like a gullery, aud the whole of the lower Hcor can be seen Irom it. All around are im mense piles of pants aud vests. Every style and quuiity ot these goods are arranged in separate cases and compai tmeuts. The third floor is devoted to fiue dress goods and overcoats. The fourth, fifth, aud sixth stories are ued for wholesaling and for storage purposes. Perhaps there is no other place in th-i city where moie attention is given to the comfort, convenience, aud taste of customers. No one is allowed to go away badly fitted, or dissatisfied with the price of the goods bought there. So great is the solicitude of the proprietors t j meet the wishes of all their customers, that the objections and complaints of purchasers are entered upon books provided ior that purpose, so that in the future no such causes could exist. In conclusion, we would say that the very best and most uselul Christmas gift would be an order for a suit of clothes at Wauamakcr & Brown's Oak Hull Clothing store, southeast corner of Sixth and Maikct streets. Jones, Clothier. Any one who can search his memory back a few years, will recollect the great disadvantages that a purchaser laboied under Irom the gene ral leose eyhtem of pricing goods. Now there has been a great change, ar.d busmen men have generally adopted a system of labelling their goods with the price th black and white. One of the ftoneers in this movement was tho establishment known as Jones' One-lYke Heady made Clothing House, No. 601 Market street. There the customer can depend on finding every thing in the best style and make, and with the lowest cash pneo marked upon each article. The very best workmanship is nhvnys dl played in all Mr. Jones' goods. Swaab, Clothier. Market street, as is well knovn to all who arc familiar with the ettv, is tue great street for clothing dealers. In that strict are the largest and most exteu-ive establishments. Amongst these various clothing stores we notice the States Union Clothing Hall, No. 60C Market street, the proprietor of which, Mr. Ssvaab is always ready ana willing to insute his cus tomers perlecl satisfaction in the fit of his clothing. Jnrob Harley, Jeweller. What mokes a more acceptable holiday gift than a haudfomc breastpin or an elegant set of jewelrj? and for a father, what is a more beau tiful gift to his wife or daughter than one of those rfchache little watche- that Mr. Jacob Harley sells at such reasonable prices at his establishment, No. 22 Maiket street? There, too, are elegant silver and plated ware that are so suitable lor the bndal trouss-au. Mr. Harley has a tine assortment ol all kinds of fine jewelry, aud the most tastidio.is taste cannot help but be satisfied by the many elegant articles that Le has displayed in his case. Kncass Si, Co., Dealers in Rugs, Mats, Robes, Ktc. One of tho most actraciive sports of winter, next to snow-balling, is sleigh-riding. Wnat is more pleasant thrn to have a hue slek'h well tilled with young folks, and w th a pair of fast horses driving along the stuoo'h road to the tintinabnlation of the bells, and with the speed of the wind? But to enjov it to tbe full, one must have one ol those eh pant aud heavy buf falo robes that our lriends Messrs. Kueass & Co. so temptingly oisplay at iheir new store, No. 631 Maiket street. Their lao rug, Angola mats, etc., are well worthy the attention ot pur chasers. J. II. Llpplncott Si. Co., Publishers and Booksellers. Of all gifts that arc made during the holidays, or indeed at any time of the year, there is none that is so universally acceptable to all as a good book. From tbt little child, whose bright eyes dance at the beautifully colored pictures iu its toy books, to whose untutored gaze the bright aud highly colored engravings, Ulusttating jstrange and weird fairy tales, to the learned man as he looks over the labored and highly wrought treatise upon some favorite scientific subject all are pleased wuh the gift, ot a book. It is at all rimes received with plea sure, and is one of the privileged articles that all are allowed to receive without censure. What is a mote pleasing .sowoemr than a beautiful little pocket Bible or a prayer book, or an ele gant edition of some one of the poets. The Mes'rs. J. B. Lippincott & Co. whose magnificent publishing boiue, Nos. 716 and 717 Market street, is one of the institutions el our city have, peihnps, oue ot the largest assort ments ol rare and valuable books to be seen in the country. On their shelves and counters can be seen books of all kinds and styles. They have made special preparations for Christinas. We no ticed a few of the most elegant the otner day. Amongst the rarest and most costly the "Baok of (Jems" is, indeed, a gem of the first water, containing over one hundred and lorty illustra tions irom drawings by the greatest modern painters, nnd engraved on se in the highest style ot art by the most distinguished en gravers. The work Is in three series, each one complete iu itself. The first contains the poetry written from the time of Chancer to Dryden, second from Sw iu to Bums, and the third from Wordsworth to Tennyson. A brief memoir is prefixed to the writings of each author. Besides the "Gem," there are also most ele gantly bound annuals and gi:t books. Perhaps it would not be invidious to mentiou, amongst these, Theodore Tilton's,"True Churclt," "Koses and Holly." "Gems ot Literature," "Pen and Pencil Pictures'' (from the poets), "Maude Muller," and many others of the same kind, all elegantly bound, and beautifully illustrated with steel engravings aud crhomo-Iithographs. Be side these elegant annuals, the Messrs. Lippin cott & Co. have a large stock of elegant B ble. Oxford prayer books and hymn books. Tttey have also every style of photograph albums, all of the best make and of the highest finish; writing desks, instruments of all kinds, etc. etc. Call on them and see for yourselves, is all we can add. ( 1 o be continued in our issue of to-nwrrow. ) W ILLCOX AND -NOISELESS PATENT Twisted Loop-Stitch SEWING M A O II I K E, THE PERFECTION OF MECHANISM ! No. 720 CHESNUT STREET, PHILADELPHIA.
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