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July 10, 1866.
Address to the Fenian Brotherhood.

Mr.. James Gibbons, president of the fenian
senate. has issued an address to the brother
hood in the United States, in which he de-
clares that the organization is to be hereafter
purely military one. He argues with agreat
deal of force that the recent events have
shown that the future Independence of Ire.
land ia in the hands of the Irishmen on this
continent; that the temporary shock they
have met with is not a failure, but that IL bas
tau ght them the grave and important lesson
to consolidate their strength and, by so doing
to make it irresistible.
On the subject of making the brother
hood a political engine in opposition TO Pres
idont Johnson-an event which none but
blind and besotted fools would ever have
thought of-President Gibbons remarks SIT
is proper that We, as your representatives
should promptly meet and repel the charge
advanced by corrupt politicians, and repeat
ed By venAl press, that the organization
was being used az a means OF disposing of the
votes of the Irish citizens, to one or the other
political parties into which sectional differ.
ences have divided the American people,"
The base attempt of unprincipled polite
isns-whose mouths are still filled with the
foulest aspetions of the Irish-Americans a.
a class, the columns of whose press reek with
calu mnies-to take advantage of the natura
excitement which prevailed when the invasion
of Canada bad to be abandoned-will sink
them lower, if possible, in Irish American es
timation than they have yet fallen. And
the politicians, themselves, when they see
the failure of their prepostsrous schemes, will
fall to cursing US worse than they have ever
done before, if so be they can find means te
curse stronger and harder than they have Y e,
done.-Boston Plot.
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A contemporary is satisfied that the Philsdel-
phia convention is to be "acopperhead concern. %
On this point, remarks the New York Egeaino
Post Republican J SIT may even be, as some
fear, copperhead device that does not matter
it W II be convention of delegates from all the
states, and thus meeting for counsel of citizens
from every part of the Union" The radicals
hate the convention in advance because Sumner
and Stevens do not father it; but the Post calls
them both rash men," who have been "permit-
ted to seize the leadership of the party "foolsh
leaders, who have Fastened quarrel upon the
president" laundering, none of which char.
acteristics qualify them for enjoying the conf
dence of their own party or of the country. The
National Union Convention of next month is not
to be aparty affair. 1t was called by conserya-
tive republicans, and endorsed by the democratic
members of congress. 1t is not sumhssned for
the purpose of making political nominations. but
to confer upon the critical condition to which
the persistent refusal of representatives rights to
the southern states has brought the country. 1t
will be time enough to stigmatize such body
OF citizens as ''copperheads" when they shall
have made the convention obnoxious to whatever
that very convenient epithet exactly implies.
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REASONS WHY THE
AMERICAN WATCH
Made at Waltham, Mass,

It 10 made oa the best principle. Its frame is
composed OF solid plates. No jar can interfere
with the harmony of its working aud no sudden
shock can damage its machinery. Every piece Is
made and finished by machinery (itsef famous tor
it's novelty, well TOR its etectiveness) and 10
therefore properly made. The watch 10 what all
mechanism should be-Accurate, simple, Sreng
and Economical. Except some high grades, TOO
costly for general use, foreign watches are chiefly
made by women and boys. such watches are
composed of several hundred pieces, screwed
and rveted together, aud require constant repairs
to keep them IL any kind OF order All persons
W no have carried stancres,' "lepineso and "Eng-
hsh Patent Leyers,n are perfectly well aware OF
the truth of this statement.
At the beg uing ofour enterprise more than ten
wears ago, It our first object to make thor
oughly good 10 priced watch for the million, to
tahe the place of these foreign inpositlons-the
refuse of foreign factories-whIc were entirely
| unstable at home and perfectly worthless every
where.
How well we have accomplished this may be
understood from the tact that alter SO many years
of pu Bile trial, we now make more than half of all
the watches sold IN the United States, and that
tthers have ever given such universal satsiacuon'
While this department OF our business Is contin-
ued with increased facilities foi perfect work, We
| are At present engaged in the manufacture OF
watches OF the very highest grade known 10
| chronometry, unequalled by anything hitherto
made by ourselves, and unsurpassed by anything
| m ade in the world For this purpose we nave
| the am plest facilities. We have erected an add-
| ton to our main building expressly for this branch
! of our business, and have filled 1t with the best
| workmen in our service. New machines and ap
| planes have been constructed, which perform
| their work with consumma,e delicacy and exact
ness. The choicest and most approved materials
| only used and we challenge comparison be-
| tween this grade of our work and the hnest I'm
ported chronometers. We do not pretend to sell
| our watches Tor less money than foreign watches
but do assert without tear of contradiction
that for the same money our product 10 incompar-
| ably superior. All our watches, OF whatever
grade, are fully warranted, and this warrantee 70
good at all times against US or our agents IN all
| parts OF the world.
CAUTIos.-The public are cautloned to buy ON
| " of respectable dealers. All persons selling
| countertel,s viii be prosecuted.
ROBBINS Il APPLETON,
| Agents for the American Watch Company,
june2Sdwlm. lS2 Broadway, New Ior
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johnson restoration policy. The telegraph
reports that Ger. Sol. Meredith presided that
delegates to the Philadelphia convention were
appointed; and that rssolutions were adopt
ed expressing the following sentiments:
lat. Ardent attachment to the union OF
.t..es under the constitution denying the
right OF secession; holding all such attempts
null and void; declaring all states nov
states in the Union, as before the reosi-
lion denying the power of the general gov.
eminent to exclude states from the Union or
govern as q territory.
I'd. Confidence In President johnson Is un-
diminished and approving the general policy
az his odm;nistration. Endorses his restora-
t;ar ,al;cv AZ wise. patriotic and constitution
al. N ba,mony with the loyal sentiment and
nurpose of .he people in the suppression of
the rebellion.
3d Hinder the constitution the right to pre-
scribe the qualifications of electors is re-
served to the states, and it would be subvers-
i've of the principles of our government for
congress to force universal suffrage upon any
part of the country in opposition to the wish
es of the citizens thereof.
4th, All states are entitled, by the consti.
tuition, to representation. Allloyal members
duly elected should be admitted to congress
without unnecessary delay.
5th, The payment of the national debt il Q
sac red obligation, never to be repudiated. and
no debt watever incurred in aid Of treason
and rebellion ever to be paid.
9th, The Nation owes lasting debt o
gratitude to the soldiers and sailors. Thu
| families of the fallen heroes should be caret
| for by the government.
| 7th, Delegates to the Philadelphia conven
tion are expected to cooperate only with 10y
| al Union men.
The state was generally represented ant
the proceedings harmonious. No person par
ticipated in the proceedings, except such 9
voted for Lincoln & johnson, and nowSsnP
] mort President johnson.
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DEMoCRATIC STATE CONVECTION
ROOMS DEMOCRATIC STATE COMMITTEE,

ROOMS DEMOCRATIC STATE [
CHICAGO, Ill, July 4, 1866.
The democracy OF the several countries OF tne
state of Illinois, together with all conservative GU
liens who are in favor of Supporting Presid En-
johnson In his policy of the restoration Q. VIC
states to their rghtfu and constitutional rei..,ons
to the federal government, and who are ~ Iy.,s
allowing to ali duly qualified citizens OF the on,:
ed States the rights secured to them " .no 49,
tutior. and ali who are opposed 20 tne Pfessn.
radical and revolutionary policy OF congress gy
which the reunion of the states and the people
thereof is made impossible, are requested TO send
delegates to a convention to be held at spring
field on "Wednesday, the 29th day OF August, A. u.
1866. at IL O'Clock, NJ, for the purpose OF nom
mating candidates for the Offices OF state treasures
superintendent of public instruction and one mem
her of congress for the state At large. g.
Each county will be allowed one deiegsfe ~
every three hundred 5000 votes cast for Gso,se u
Mcclellan for president in 1864, and also ohe au
ditonal delegate for fraction of l50 anu osei VI
saia 'o''- Isaac R. DILLER,
Chairman Democratic State Committee:
Geo. w. JUDD, Sec'y-
II i. ;mnortant that each county and district
committee furnish the names OF the chairman ana
the members OF their respective committees, with
thu most Office address Of each to the chairman o.
the Convention on the day above named, IN ordel
to insure more thorough and perfect organiza'
ton for the campaign.
NorE-Rock Island county 10 entitled to del
egases; Mercer 4, Henry 5.
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ST.. LOUIS, July 19-Aaout quarter mil.
lion of gold dust arrived at St. Joseph yes
terday in the hands Of passengers from Mon
tana.
The scheduls premiums at the St.Louis sg-
riculturial mechanical fair, to be held here
on the first week in October 10 published and
ready for distribution. The list of premiums
smeant to $4,000 and embraces every de-
partmeut Of agricultural and mechanical Ia.
Dor: Competition is invited from all parts Of
the Union.
New ORLEANS, July l9.-Cotton sales !, >
600, unchanged; to-dAy's receipts 25 bales.
New York exchange par. premium.
Gen. Sheridan's order regarding the cree
ton of a nom ument commerating the rebels
&c., was recalled before publication.
New YORK. July ga Washington spec
ial says, the rebel Gen. Forrest called at the
white house this morning to see the president
but did not succeed in obtaining an audience
BosToN, July 19-The democratic state
convention met to-day and took measures t.
secure the election of delegates to the Phila
delphia convention.
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COPY OF TO GEN HUFFMAN.
Rock ISLAND, July l9, 1866.
Brec, Brig. Gen. RodDaaa, Q. S. A, Sir -
beg leave to state that we have in this
County an Association called the "Old Set
tiers Association of Rock Island County"
of which have the honor to be President
1t is the purpose of the Society 10 hold its
annual Pic Mic meeting sometime the ensu-
ing fall. There are many pleasant associa-
tiops connecting the Old Settlers with this
historic spot, many of them having taken
refuge under the guns of old Fort Armstrong
pending the Black Hawk War. l am re-
quested by the Society to ark your permits
sion for holding the meeting on the Island, at
some locality designated by you. This re-
quest 10 intended tor the present year only,
and not as a precedent for the future.
None will be admitted except Members Of
the Society in good standings guarantee
that the strict rules of propriety will be OBJ
served on the occasion.
have the honor to be
Your obi. &c,
P. GREGG.
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THE OLD SETTLERS, PIC MIC.

At meeting of the Officers of the 'old
Settlers Association of Rock Island County
held at the Court House, July 18th, 1866, 1t
was
Resolved, That the. Pic Mic Celebration Of the
Old Settlers Association will be had on the Island
of Rock Island, near the Barracks, on Saturday.
the Sth day of Sept. next.
Notice of further proceedings in conne,.
ton with the day will be issued by the Exec
utive Committee in due time.
TWAS also
Rssolred, That the thanks OF the Officers OF the
Society be and are hereby rendered to Gen. Rod
man for his permission to hold the meeting on the
Island.
P. GREGG, Pres't.
A K PHILLEo. Sec,y.
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ILLINOIS STATE REGISTER.

This sterling democratic paper comes ont
with q brsn.span new suit of clothes. and
looks as neat as g pin. The new type and
improved appearance of the State Register is
an evidence of prosperity we are CAD TO
notice. The location of the paper
and it's facilities for obtaining facts of public
interest in regard to the management Of
state affairs, make it desirable paper for
all who::wish to keep posted as to state poll
tics
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SUBSTANCE OF GEN. RoDNAN's VERBAL ANSWER
/ have the pleasure to state to the Officers
Of the Society that, in answer to the above
Communication, / have had q verbal reply
kind, courteous, and characteristic of Gen.
Rodman. lie cheertully complies with the
request of the Society and has designated the
beautiful Grove in front of the Hospital, in
which the Old Settlers may ''kick up their
heels" The General signiied his intention
TO do Whatever in his power may contribute
TO the comfort and happiness of the Old Folks
on the occasion.
P. GREGG.
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SIDEWALK NOTICE.
CITY CLERKS OFFICE,
- tn a-CH

Rock island, July IL, loco.
DUBLIC notice is hereby given that the
city council Of said city, the 18th day of
July, A b. 1866, passed order for sidewalks, as
follows: "Ordered, that sidewalks Of the third
class be constructed the north side OF Illinois
street, from Ontario street TO Main street; also
from Rock River street to Toledo street, on the
west side of Elk street; also, the south side of
Pleasant street, from Otter street to Elk street,
ON or before the first day OF October, AID. 1862
Now, unless the ssme shall be constructed BY
the owners or holders of the lots or parts OF lots
IN front of and adjacent to such sidewalks, IN the
manner and within the time above requreds they
will be built by the supervisors OF streets, and
the expenses assessed on the holders Of the fots
or paris of lots chargeable herewith. -.
iVl2dlod c. l.. DODGE, City Clerk.
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CARD.

yTHE Rock Island Brass and String Band,
under the direction of Prof. =. Riemann, II
now prepared to furnish music for Balls, Partiess
Excursions, Pic Mics, &C., and would respectfully
solicit q share of public patronage.
Orders lett at Dsvoe Champions or the Her
mann House will meet with prompt attention.
r. REMAIN, Leader.
Rssidsnee-Corne Of Otter and Orleans Stress
.on. q, the Violin. Guitar. snd All wind inssru-
ments. fl8 EDl IiaEa
Music carefully arranged for Bands.
Terms Reasonable. july9dwtf.
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Eben G. Ingersoll was, ON the 18th inst,
nominated for reelection to congress by the
republican convention of the Fifth district Of
this state, embracing the counties of Peoria,
Knox, Bureau, Henry, Marshall, Stark and
Putnam. aFes
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INDIANA NATIONAL UNION CON-
VENTION

The National Union State Convention for
Indiana was held at Indianapolis, yesterday
1.-THE lsth) no one being permitted to. AIT in
the convention unless he supported Lincoln
d johnson, in 1864, and now supports the
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1866-07-20
NEW BARBER,S SHOP.

OTEPHEN J. SrADER has fitted mp, in
- an elegant manner, room under the 4th
STOW mart Of the Rock Island House, on West
Eagle street, where he will be pleased to see all
hi. old friends and acquaintances, and many new
ones All who wish hair cutting done well
should give him q call, as he don't allow any one
to beat him in that line.
He will spare no pains to please all who favor
him "a itb tn cir patronage. b. lylTdfw- s
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NOTICE TO TEACHERS.

I will hold public examination OF appil-
| cants for teachers certificates at my office, in
Rock Island, on the Sd and 18th of August next,
beginning at 10 A. NJ. and closing at P. NJ, of
each day. WM' III. GESi,
.ul6Awot Co. Sunerintendent.
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GROCERY STORE FOR SALE.

ONE-HALF interest, or the whole, of q
| good Grocery Store in Rock Island, having a
fine run of custom, in good location, Is offered
for SALE IL is offered for sale for reasons entirely
satisfactory, but not at all connected with the
business For further information, inquire at the
a,ous office ----a juy5dwtf.
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Si,075,sSO,55
ABILITIES
10 . -
By PORTLAND FIRE, JULY It'll.

The total amount covered by Etaa policies on
property destroyed or damaged IS S206 1854, on
which salvage will be about per cent. Our total
loss Will not vary much from 500 200, and 10 be-
ing promptly adjusted and paid. This sum 10 D
per cent upon the assets, figure but slightly ex-
ceeuiug government and state taxes paid last
year, or proportion equal 10 a $4,000 loss for q
company of SIG0, 600 assets.
The necessity for insurance and the value Of
wealthy, strong corporations IL foreibiy illustrat-
ed by this fire. Several weak insurance .compan-
les are destroyed. Portland has population OF
So, 000; was handsomely built, mostly fine brick
OF stone structures-proiected aud screened with
upwards of 5000 shade tress-bounded on sides
by water-indeed, literally, almost rising from
the ocean-snd with good steam fire department
vet it has 81 600 900 of property destroyed in
few hours-upon a holiday when lis people are
| least occupied--trom the very insignificant cause
Of contemplate fire cracker.
Remember the trii:ng origin of fires thatsweep
away IN re hours the earnings OF years. Con-
slider your best interests and give the Atna agent
a call At you need proper Insurance security
Policies issued at fair terms.
JAMES Nj. BUFORD, Agent.
iulylSdiw. Rock Island.
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STATE CONVENTION AUGUST 2, 1866.
To Appoint Delegates to the Philadel-
mia National Convention.

The people of the state of Illinois who are in
favor Of sending delegates to the National Union
Convention, to be held in Philadelphia on the
14th day of August next, and who endorse the
principles set forth in the call for said conven-
ton, are respectfully requested to send delegates
from each county, to state convention, to be
held at the hall of representatives in the city of
Springfield, on Thursday, August I'd, 1866, at
IL O'Clock NJ.
The object of such convention will be to
choose six delegates from the state at large, and
two from each congressional district to represent
this state in the proposed national convention at
Philadelphia
1t is especially requested that each county in
the state should be fully represented in state
convention.
Let all lovers of the constitution and the I'm
ion, and all who are willing 20 cooperate in the
great and sacred work of pacihcation restora-
ton and reunion, heartily respond to this call.
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The place has a view superior to any surrounding
Rock Island. There 10 plenty OF ground ana .
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THE Rock ISLAND ICE co.

A RE prepared to deliver Ice in any part Of
~ the city, All orders lett at Messrs. Updike
ID Co. 81 boat store will be promptly attended to.
,nIl9dtf. A. H. LAMBERT, Agent.