CLAUGHLIN'S CHINA PAINTING. A Practical Manual

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for the use of Amateurs, in the Decoration of Hard Porcelain. By Miss M. Louise McLaughlin. Square 12mo. pp. 69. Paper.

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"This is described on the title page as 'A Practical Manual,' and the promise thus put forth is carried out to the letter. The author's directions are as plain and direct as they could possibly be. She also enters into every detail of the art which she expounds, not only explaining how to use colors, but giving advice as to what colors and combinations of colors it is best to use relatively to the effects that it is intended to produce.”— Philadelphia Inquirer.

"It is thoroughly practical, being compiled on the principle of what is worth doing at all is worth doing well. . . . A more pains-taking and instructive work on the subject it is impossible to wish for. Every chapter is written in a most clear and lucid manner, in which the author's earnest purpose and experience is evinced throughout.”—British Mercantile Gazette.

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ELLER'S ELEMENTARY PERSPECTIVE. Explained and Applied to Familiar Objects, for the use of Schools and Beginners in the Art of Drawing. With 17 full page illustrations. By M. J. Keller, School of Design, University of Cincinnati. 12mo. pp. 47. Cloth. $1 00

"It is so lucid that beginners can readily understand it, and so far thorough that it contains everything with which it is essential that the student of drawing should make himself acquainted. Nothing can make the study of perspective an easy one, but Keller's Treatise simplifies it as much as is possible, aided by the excellent diagrams with which the text is illustrated."-Philadelphia Inquirer.

"It is commendable for its lucidity of explanation and definition, and the gradual method that conducts the scholar through linear perspective, parallel, angular, and oblique."-Cincinnati Commercial.

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ASHINGTON-CRAWFORD LETTERS (THE). Being the Correspondence between George Washington and William Crawford, from 1767 to 1781, concerning Western Lands. With an Appendix, containing Later Letters of Washington on the same Subject, and Letters from Valentine Crawford to Washington, written in 1774 and 1775. Chronologically arranged and carefully annotated by C. W. Butterfield, author of "Crawford's Campaigns," etc. Svo. pp. xi-107. Cloth. $1 50

"This correspondence throws a good deal of light upon early Western history, besides adding something to our knowledge of Washington's early life and plans. The letters are given in their chronological order, with carefully written notes; and the editor rightly regards his work as a contribution of some value to the country's store of historical materials.”— New York Evening Post.

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'They are all interesting and historically important, as throwing light on Washington's early history, and on the history of the time, particularly as showing the craving which existed among the prominent men of Virginia and Pennsylvania, at that period, to become large landed proprietors. The letters throw some light incidentally on points of history, beyond the subject on which they were specially written. The notes by the editor add to the value of this book, which is worthy of a place in all historical libraries."-Literary World.

"The letters are those of frontier friends. Washington makes numerous inquiries, showing that cautious yet enterprising spirit so characteristic of him; while Crawford both answers his questions, and furnishes occasional descriptions of the hardships of pioneer life. A good deal of business is discussed, and every now and then we have glimpses of the rough ways of the borderers; of the conflict between the royal prerogative and the rights of the settlers, who, having endured great privations, thought their own exertions the best title possible to the land they occupied. Mr. Butterfield's notes are abundant and full of valuable explanations."-Cincinnati Gazette.

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ONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES, ETC.— The Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776; the Articles of Confederation, July 9, 1778; the Constitution of the United States, September 17, 1787; Amendments to the Constitution, and Index; and Washington's Farewell Address, September 7, 1796. 8vo. Paper. 1877.

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AYLER'S AMERICAN FORM BOOK. A Collection of Legal and Business Forms, embracing Deeds, Mortgages, Leases, Bonds, Wills, Contracts, Bills of Exchange, Promissory Notes, Checks, Bills of Sale, Receipts, and other legal instruments, prepared in accordance with the laws of the several States; with instructions for drawing and executing the same. For the use of professional and business men. By J. R. Sayler, of the Cincinnati Bar. I vol. 8vo.

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The object of this work is to provide a comprehensive, clear, and reliable Form Book for professional and business men in the several States of the Union. Forms of all the more important classes of transactions, and especially such as require to be performed with legal precision, are given, with such instructions and directions as the practice and laws of the respective States relating to the same seem to demand.

Lawyers, Justices of the Peace, Notaries Public, Banks, Officers of Private Corporations, and business men generally, will find in this book a collection of forms of legal instruments, such as they will be required to use most frequently in the ordinary course of business. Merchants, Mechanics, Farmers, and others will here find forms of Commercial transactions, Copartnership, Deeds, Mortgages, Contracts, Bills of Sale, Promissory Notes, Patents, etc., embracing forms for almost every possible business transaction that requires a legal instrument. Such a hand-book can not fail to be of great assistance to all classes of men who desire to transact their business properly.

In the preparation of the work the author has carefully examined and followed the most approved forms of legal instruments in actual use in the several States; such as are sanctioned by the courts and common use. He has aimed to make it, in all respects, an accurate, reliable, and safe guide.

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a Dimitry (John). the Civil War.

BOOKS OMITTED OR LATELY RECEIVED.

Lessons in the History of Louisiana, from its Earliest Settlement to the Close of 12mo. boards, pp. 216. New York, 1878.

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b Erwin (Milo). The History of Williamson County, Ill., from the Earliest Times down to the Present. With an Account of the Secession Movement, Ordinances, Raids, etc.; also a Complete History of its "Bloody Vendetta," including all its recondite causes, results, etc. 12mo. pp. 286. Marion, 1876. Paper, 75c.; Cloth, 1 25 c Evans (Albert S.) A La California. Sketches of Life in the Golden State. Illustrated. 8vo. cloth, pp. 379. San Francisco, 1874. 3 50 d Fowler (R. H.) Historical Sketch of Presbyterianism within the Bounds of the Synod of Central New York. The Presbyterian Element in our National Life and History, by Prof. J. W. Mears. 12mo. cloth, pp. 755 +31. Utica, N. Y., 1878. 2.50

dd Hillyard (M. B.) Letters descriptive of the Climate, Soil, and Resources of Central Mississippi. 8vo. paper, pp. 203. McComb City, 1876.

e Howison (Robt. R.)

the Present Time.

60 A History of Virginia from its Discovery and Settlement by Europeans to 2 vols. 8vo. cloth, pp. 496, 528. Philadelphia and Richmond, 1846–8. 8.00 ee Hutchings (J. M.) Scenes of Wonder and Curiosity in California. Illustrated with over one hundred engravings. A Tourist's Guide to the Yosemite Valley, the Big Trees, Natural Caves and Bridges, etc. 8vo. cloth, pp. 292. San Francisco, 1876.

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f Jones (J. W.) Confederate View of the Treatment of Prisoners. Compiled from Official Records and other Documents. 8vo. cloth, pp. 217. Richmond, 1876. 2.00 g Kent County, Mich. History and Directory of. Containing a History of each Township and the City of Grand Rapids, etc. Svo. half bound, pp. 316. Grand Rapids, 1870. h Knowlton (J. C.) Annals of Calais, Maine, and St. Stephen, New Brunswick; including lage of Milltown, Me., and the present town of Milltown, N. B. 16mo. cloth, pp. 208. 1875.

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i McDanield (H. F.) and Taylor (N. A.) The Coming Empire; or, Two Thousand Miles in Texas on Horseback. 12mo. cloth, pp. 389. New York [1877]. 150 j Maine (H. C.) The Burgoyne Campaign. Bemis Heights, September 19, and October 7, 1777; Hauver Island and its Fortifications. Numerous illustrations. 8vo. paper, pp. 60. Troy, 35

1877.

k Matson (N.) Memories of Shaubena. With Incidents relating to the Early Settlement of the West. Illustrated. 12mo. cloth, pp. 269. Chicago, 1878.

I Moseley (H. N.) Oregon: Its Resources, Climate, etc. 12mo. cloth. London, 1878. m Murphy (John R.) The Mineral Resources of the Territory of Utah; with Mining Statistics and Maps. 8vo. flex. cloth, pp. 104. London, 1872. 2 00 n Newhall (J. R.) Centennial Memorial of Lynn, Essex County. Mass., embracing an Historical Sketch from 1629 to 1876. Illustrated. 8vo. cloth, pp. 250. Boston, 1878.

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o Peck (F. M.) and Earl (H. H.) Fall River, [Mass.] and its Industries. An Historical and Statistical Record of Village, Town, and City, from the date of the original charter of the Freemen's purchase in 1656 to the present time. With valuable Statistical Tables, Family Genealogies, etc. Illustrated. 4to. cloth, pp. 280. Fall River, 1878. 5 00 p Rameau (M.) Une Colonie Féodale en Amérique. (L'Acadie, 1604-1710.) 12mo. sewed, uncut, pp. 366. Paris, 1877. 175 q Savage (James). A Genealogical Dictionary of the First Settlers of New England, showing Three Generations of those who came before May, 1692, on the basis of Farmer's Register. 4 vols. 8vo. cloth. Boston, 1860. 25.00 qq Seymour (John F.) Centennial Address, delivered at Trenton, N. Y., July 4, 1876; with Letters from Francis Adrian Van Der Kemp, written in 1792, and other Documents relating to the First Settlement of Trenton and Central New York. 8vo. flex. cloth, pp. 149. Utica, N. Y., 1877. 1.00

r Soldier's (A) Story of the War; including the Marches and Battles of the Washington Artillery and of other Louisiana Troops. 8vo. cloth, pp. 252. New Orleans, 1874. 2.50 s Smith (Philip H.) General History of Dutchess County, from 1609 to 1876 inclusive. Illustrated with numerous wood-cuts, maps, and full-page plates. 8vo. cloth, pp. 507. Pawling, N. Y.. 2.50

1877.

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t Southwood (Marion). Beauty and Booty," the Watchword of New Orleans. [Being a "Record of the dire Events of the War, during our Season of Affliction in New Orleans, while we were blockaded, and while Gen. Butler was Commander-in-chief of the Department of the Gulf," by a Lady of New Orleans.] Burlesque portrait of Butler. 12mo. cloth, pp. 303. New York, 1 25

1867.

u Spence (James M.) and Illustrations.

The Land of Bolivar; or, War, Peace, and Adventure in Venezuela. Maps 2 vols. 8vo. cloth. London, 1878.

12 60 v Taylor (William H.) Four Years with General Lee. Being a Summary of the more important Events touching the Career of General R. E. Lee, in the War between the States; together with an Authoritative Statement of the Strength of the Army which he commanded in the Field. 8vo. cloth. New York, 1878. 2.00

w Tevis (A. H.) Beyond the Sierras; or, Observations on the Pacific Coast. 18mo. cloth, pp. 259. Philadelphia, 1877. 150

x Thompson (A. C.) History of Sonoma County, California. Map. 8vo. sewed. Philadelphia, 1877.

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y Truman (Ben. C.) Semi-tropical California; its Climate, Healthfulness, Productiveness, and Scenery, etc. 8vo. cloth, pp. 204. San Francisco, 1874. 2.50 z Wall (Caleb A.) Reminiscences of Worcester [Mass.] from the Earliest Period, Historical and Genealogical; with Notices of Early Settlers and Prominent Citizens, and Descriptions of Old Landmarks and Ancient Dwellings, accompanied by a map and numerous illustrations. 8vo. cloth, pp. 392. Worcester, 1877.

3.00 aa Westcott (Thompson). Historic Mansions and Buildings of Philadelphia, with some Notices of their Owners and Occupants. Illustrated. Small 4to. cloth, gilt edges, pp. 528. Philadelphia, 1878. 5 00 bb Wheeler (George A. and Henry W.) History of Brunswick, Topsham, and Houpswell, Maine, including the Ancient Territory known as Pejepscot. Maps and portraits. 8vo. cloth, pp. 959. Boston, 1878. 4.00 cc Willey (S. H.) A Historical Paper relating to Santa Cruz, California. 8vo. paper, pp. 37. San Francisco, 1876. 60

THE WASHINGTON-CRAWFORD LETTERS.

Being the Correspondence between George Washington and William Crawford, from 1767 to 1781, concerning Western Lands. With an Appendix, containing Later Letters of Washington on the same subject, and Letters from Valentine Crawford to Washington, written in 1774 and 1775. Chronologically arranged and carefully annotated by C. W. Butterfield, author of "Crawford's Campaigns," etc. 8vo. pp. xi

107. Cloth.

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Besides the revelations these letters make of the beginning of Western land speculation, they bring to light incidents of importance, little known hitherto, in the early settlement of the transAlleghany region, and in what is generally styled Lord Dunmore's war. They also furnish not a little curious information about Washington's large and valuable possessions in the Ohio Valley, and in some measure help to rectify and complete the history of that part of the country.

Whatever relates to the life and character of Washington will have an abiding interest for his countrymen, and every fresh contribution in that regard will be eagerly welcomed. His correspondent and agent, William Crawford, who subsequently perished by torture at the hands of the savages, has given to Western annals one of their most affecting and romantic chapters. Mr. Butterfield's annotations add great value and interest to the work, and like all his historical labors show an accurate and full knowledge of his subject. The volume is furnished with an index, and is handsomely and appropriately printed.-New England Historical and Genealogical Register.