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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

COOP PoL1CEMEN.-The moment that po
hcemen accept the offers of real or pretend
ed friends to drink that moment they
lose their influence and their power to pre-
serve order. All city officers are conserva-
tors of the peace,-but policemen are es-
Pecially so, and they should keep clear Of
anyobIigations to any one, and enforce the
az upon all, high or low, rich or. poor.
We are glad to say that Rock Island never
had better force of policemen that she can
boast Of today. They are all steady, sober
men, and men who will not be likely to be
led away from their duty.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

Look ouT.-Boys who think they can rob
gardens OF cabbages and slam them through
doors and windows, or throw them at people
on the streets, or do much deviltry of any
sort, because this is Halloween eve, and
not be arrested by the. police, will find them
selves mistaken. Extra policemen have
been engaged and the practical jokers, will
be taken care of. a. -
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

OPERA HALL IN MrscATIEE.-The Musca-
tine Journal says Olds' Opera Hall, in that
city, is now completed, and is undoubted-
y the handsomest building in the state.
The entire building cost about $4,000. 1t
is of pressed brick-Joliet stone finish. The
first floor comprises three stores, the second
is for Offices etc., and up in the third story
is the great attraction---the Opera Hall,
consisting of auditorium, gallery and dress
ing rooms. Its seating capacity is about
100. The seats ON the main floor are
chairs arranged in a semi-circular form the
gallery is also well seated. 1t has large
stage, and is well lighted.
Mr.. Potter's operate and theatrical troupe
now performing in this city, win open the
hall next week. hE
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

RIVER NEws.-No through boat to-mor-
row. New Boston for Fl. Madison. Ex-
perieneed river men predict that navigation
will not close this year until the middle of
December. The river is lower now than for
four years past. Northern line packets can
not pass above Hastings on account of low
water. Light draught boats make connec-
tons there, and convey freight and passen-
gers to St. Paul. Low water creates much
irregularity in the arrivals of all except the
short line packets.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

Dan CHRIsrY wishes US to say that if the
fellow who robbed him ofhis wallet and men-
ev will return him the ring. which was in the
wallet, through the post office, at Centre
Ridge, I'll. he will ask no questions. The
ring is keepsake which he would like very
,,nph IN rpenynr
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

T. swx x
A FAIR AND LEGrrMIATEl GIFr SALE
Judge Couchman, of Hancock county, one
of the most respectable men of the county,
has an advertisement in this paper to which
We invite attention. The affair will be con-
Quoted by honorable men on honorable prin-
ciples, and if any of out readers wish TO risk
dollar in chance for good prize we
can recommend this. They should not sup
pose that, because they buy ticket, they
will, therefore, draw prize, because the
chances are the other way--there are more
blanks than prizes. But somebody will draw
these big prizes, and why not you as well as
anybody? Judge Couchman is endorsed by
as good men as there are in Illinois, and he
would not abuse their confidence under any
circumstances 49,. la. = ,... ...s
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

WHEN, one of the "loyaln political parsons
are found outand exposed in their deviltries,
the Rock Island 4 Moline Union tries to
dodge the;effect by calling them "copper"
headsr y 80 -. 80
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

+ GERMAN 0PERA--The lovers of deli ghtful
music will rejoice that they are soon to hear
genuine opera m Rock Island. The Ia
dies aresalready getting their toilettes in or
der for the occasion, aud all they now want
is--to receive Invitations from the gentle.
| men to accompany them. Gallant hus-
bands, beaux, brothers, cousins, uncles, and
so on, extend your myitations ad reserve
your seats. Now is the time to do 3d.
Do not be bashful or backward, but invite
the ladies-the dear ones-and make their
hearts feel glad at the brilliant prospect Of
attending such a fine opera as Faust, and
La File dn Regiment. Rs
Our people have not forgotten the exquis-
lite enjoyment they had when Campbell Il
Castles English opera was performed here,
nor the crowded and fashionable audiences
which greeted them. Mr.. Grau assures us
that this German troupe is vastly superior
to Campbell & Castles company, and we ex-
pect to see Babeock's Hall crowded with the
intelligence and fashion of Rock Island,
on both nights.
See advertisement
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

SPECIAL AGENT.-Wood's improved Hair
Restorative is one of the hest standard prep
arations now il the market Mr.. o.. Grot.
jan, at the Eagle Drug Store. on Illinois
street opposite Darts Store, has become
special agent of this article. He has. a
large stock on hand, and is now prepared to
furnish druggists, BARRIERS, the trade, and the
public generally, at the regular Chicago
rates.
He has also an extensive assortment OF
everything in the drug line, is a worthy
Young man just starting in the world, and
deserves liberal treatment at the hands o.
the public. Give him o call. 4.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

GIVE EN- Full HoUsE.---The operate
and theatrical troupe now performing a. Bah
cocks Hall ought to HAYES full house to-
night. 90 "ss'seEL IS KS hfe ID
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

some of the persons interested in getting
chance to gobdle $4,000 more of the
peoples money, say 'swe ought to vote this
sum to the Peoria railroad, in order to make
Rock Island a railroad centre. It can't be
done in that way. If this is a natural point
tor railroads to centre land we think it ISL
they will come here whether the town votes
to take stock or not. If it is not natural
railroad centre, no amount Of indebtedness
voted upon the backs Of the people win
make it so.
Did Chicago ever vote to take stock in the
various railroads eentering there? Not a
aolar. Railroads 60 where business will pay
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

Telegraphed to the ARGUS. 1u
- New YoRK, Oct. 81.
Flour s,soale,se extra state; lo,ooal3,so
H0. s.-r. --.--T .s.,s
v heat-2,24a25 No 2 spring 2,3l for No.
No i doc -~ ~
Rye not quoted. g - 49,
Corn .Ssa3s MIXED west
: Barley firm for home ..-.-. .--..-., ...-.
I, Oats-S0aS04 for west.
Pork-20, s7a2I 90.
Beef not quoted.
Cut meats not quoted. .- ~ z-..--.s. .-s
Lard-duf
Whisky quiet. s
Petroleum l4s for crude; s4i refined in
bond.
Wool not quoted. a.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

METROPOLITAN HOTEL CHICAGo.-This
long established and popular hotel is now
being conducted by Mr.. C. A. Baldwin, who
has had life experience in this line. The
travelling public will find it we'll worthy Of pat
ronage, and fully up to the highest stan
dari In the office will be found Mr.. Geo.
i. Cobb, courteous young gentleman who
thoroughly understands his business, and is
making host of friends. See card in
another column.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31
Premium JOB Rrinting.

orders for JOB PKisTISG will meet VITA prompt
attention Mt the ARGus OFFICE, wy pc S&oousea
IN tos very has, manner and at reasonable rates.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

Foarg Gssrs line viii be charged for
ZACH insertion of all articles under this head.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

A "REAcrIoNR OF another sort has taken place
in California. e The republican candidates for
Judge of the supreme court and for superinten-
dent of public instruction have been elected
Rock IstaHdJG Motine Uaioa, Oct 2lst. 2 s.
In the Onion Of this morning, we find the
following telegram: 1
a private dispatch from California this morn
ing states that fun returns show that the state
has gone democratic by over 3, 900 majority. The
vote was very light" ss Ike q
A-hem :? That'll do. You can take your
seat. .a - sE .z =, { s
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31

Pace OF potatoes advancing.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-10-31
Brass and Iron Work.
3a0 F1tt1n&
Hc}sGGTS ESS..S sHE
STEAM PIPES

i :. LEvEE, NEAR FERRY LANDING.
!, The subscriber has moved into bis new shop,
near Woitman's Hall, On the Levee, where be m
&C. the patronage of his friends and the public
generally. He keeps constantly on hand gu
Kinds of Brass and Iron Goods. saeh Is steam
Cocks. Valves, Water Gauges, Whistles, OIL Cups,
Beer Cocks, Pumps. Gas and Steam Pipe Oh M
s;xes link. Babbitt Metal, etc.. etc.
steam and Gas work promptly attended 70 ane
nut M in workmanike manner.
Gas Ak lures of all kinds for sale
Gas filters supplied.
NIB. Cash paid for old cope scnp Oh pW.Ev
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
DIED.

On the morning of the 18th inst, MARY FRINK
infant daughter of Roger and Rebecca Moore.
In this city on the goth inst, KATE, wife of Jas
D. Cumming and daughter of w. 8. Rankin, late
Of Greensboro, N. @.
IN this city the Goth inst, at the residence Of
Mr. I. c. HcIlhenny, ROBERT DUDLEY SON Of
years.
In Greene county, on the 25th ult., MATTE,
youngest daughter of w. X. and p. A. c. Bryan, in
the 9th year of her age.
The spoiler death, like the ruthless wanderer in
flower garden, plucks the brightest flower.
Little Matte was a most lovely and interesting
child sprightly and intelligent beyond her years.
But she is no more the merry voice which pratt
tied in our ears with childish glee is hushed, and
the sparkling eye that always danced with joy to
welcome our approach is closed forever. Death,
with his icy tread has crossed the threshold of
domestic JOY, and left his impress there. Around
the once happy and joyous hearthstone, parents.
brothers and sisters all feel an aching void and
listen in vain for the patterng steps that come not
now and the mrthful voice thev never more shall
hear Matte has gone from earth to Heaven, to
who sits enthrowned in glory.
While we mingle our tears with those of our
bereaved friends, and offer them our heartfelt
sympathy, we are aware that nothing save the
truths OF christianity alleviate the anguish
or shed one ray on the gloom of such DISPENSE
ton The Gospel OF Christ can alone throw q ra-
dance aronnd the little tomb, and give assu-
rance that the little light which twlnkied IL beauty
here for few brief years, is not extlngulsheo Tor
ever. but shines with purer and holer Iustre In
the bliasft1l Dresence OF Him who said suffer lit
tie children TO come unto me, and forbid them
not. for such is the Kingdom Of Heaven"
January 18th, ae6I
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
An exchange paper tells the following
very affecting story:

An exchange paper tells the following
very affecting story:
A darkey stood on the banquette bare,
brooding over his woes sad was his heart
and kinky his hair his gizzard feet were
exposed to air. and exceedingly seedy his
clos Oh why did dc cuss "id de blue
coat come to set dis darkey free was
happy wild Cuffee and Jumbo jun wild
plenty to eat and plenty OBJ rum, and Dlnah
was happy wild me. Old massa was good,
for when I was sick i'll my snug old cabin
home, de doctor was sent for to cure my
pain was sheltered from sun, and storm
and rain On why did de buro come p
Now dis al .sger stands i'll lie crowded streets,
wild his clos all tteered and torn ; and Io
one gives me work to do, nor wittles to eat !;
and de man in blue doesn't pity dis d;erkry
forloln. Ii massa would only take me home
on de old plantation once More !. d Trck de
cotton and tend de ct.ue and never think OF
freedom again as used to did before.
The darkey ceased : the tears tom his
ewes stool on his black cheek bone. The
sun s hot rays fell on his head. and a hearty
wish that he might " go dead . Was the last
we heard him groan.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
Com inereiaI FaiIureS.

In the New York Times of the 18th, We
find some interesting and significant stats,
ties with reference to the commercial fail.
nres at the North for the past year, as well
rs for the preceding years.
In 1862 the aggregate liabilities of those
who failed was, in round numbers, $23, 600,
900; in 1868 the aggregate was $4,000. 600 ;
in 1864 it was SO, 500, 600 in 1865 it was
SIT, 800 600, while i'll 1866 the aggregate was
SAT, coo, 600. It thus appears that the aggre-
gate of liabilities of those who failed ia 1866
is nearly six times as great as in 1862, and
nearly three times as great as in 1866. This
is IL frightful increase, and indicates that the
termination of the war was but the COM
mencement of financial troubles.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
*Swinton's Army of the Potomac.
Greeley's Lectures.

Horace lectured in Washington Thursday
night In the course of his lecture he said
that he thought that Washington, Jefferson,
Adams, and the early founders of the gov
ernment were responsible for the late war.
If they had, with a sense of justice, been
as keen to limit the duration of slavery as
they were to abolish the slave trade, the
late war would have been avoided.
On the subject of reconstruction, he said
this was republic, and true republic can
have no subjects, any more than true re-
publican can have slaves If you ask what
the condition must be for the admission of
the late Confederate States, I would say
that when a black man, wearing the Fed
eral blue, with black skin, can travel
through the South with as much impunity
as rebels in gray can through the North, I
shall believe they are truly fit for recon
struction.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24

FIKE.-1he alarm of fire Wednesday morning,
was occasioned by the burning Of a hole in the
roof of the residence of Mr.. H. NJ. Bishop, Sixth
between Chestnut and Mulberry Streets which was
caused by sparks from the chimney. The fire was
discovered before it had made any progress of
sequence, and prompt action being taken it was
almost instantly extinguished, otherwise the de-
struction of property would have been great,
owing to the scarcity of water in that quarter.
We think it is due the citizens residing in that
locality, that some measures should be taken by
the city to construct cisterns for their convenience
in time of fires. In the present condition of af-
fairs they are at the mercy of the tiames, simply
because of the difficulties which exist in the way
of procuring sufficient quantity Of water to make
their efforts avaug
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
EXPORTS

From the Port Of Wilmington, ". c., for the Cceek
ending Jan. a. 1867.
COASTWISE.
NEW YoRK-15O bbls. spirits turpentne; 1s2 do
crude turpentine 6,039 do. rosin 81 do. tar 500
bales cotton; do. sheeting 1862 bush. pea nuts
259 do. rough rice 90 818 feet lumber % empty
bbls.; 100 tons coal % bbs. -four 60 pkgs mdze
PHILADELPHIA-286,0 900 feet lumber 2S, ,7O0 shin
giles ; 60 tons old iron pkgs mdze.
BALTIMORE SO bbs. spirits turpentine 100 do.
crude turpentine ; 1873 do. rosin I66 bales cotton ;
IS do. rags; TO- 900 feet lumber; 158 bdls hides
600 sacks salt pkgs mGze.
NEW ORLEANs-58 bbls. tar; 81 bush. peas 164
do. pea nuts II reams paper 73 pkgs mdze.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
REVIEW OF THE WILMINGTON MAR
ke1s for the Week ending Thursday.
Jan. "a. 1867.

TURPENTINE-On Friday last the market for this
article opened at decline on previous quotations
of O013O cents, but on next day rallied Shade,
with sales at 81 05 for yellow dip and 50 05 for hard
1t has since ruled steady at these figures, with a
moderate demand from buyers, but the market
closes with less activity and a downward tenden-
cy i'll prices. The recent freshet has enabled par
cells to reach market rather more freely, and the
receipts for the week have been heavier, footing
up 1886 bbs., as follows:
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24

Napoleon, since his accession to the
French throne, has added 81, $50, 900, 900
to the debt of France which now amounts
to $2,415, eco, ,O00, sum almost as great as
the total debt of the United States Ma
poleon wars have cost him about $500, 000,-
900. and since 1851 the annual deficit of
the French revenues has averaged $50, Co.,
HOO
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
LtTEST NEWS
By TEL EGR APH
The 1nape.chtnent Question.

WASHINGTON, Jan. e 2. NJ.
prominent Republican member of the House,
in recent letter to a friend, says touching upon
the impeachment business My own opinion Is,
and has been, that it will amount to nothing.
All reports that the Judiciary Committee have
taken evidence ill., bearing hard on the President,
are false Not single witness has been examined
and the committee is proceeding very cautiously.
The lobbys filing with representatives OF
the various interests that affected oy the
tariff,
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
Increase of Population.

The population of New York State by the
new census is 8, ,S27, ,81S, an increase of 36l :
Coz from 1856, which is almost wholly In
the commercial and manufacturing dis
tricts, the agricultural counties remaining
nearly stationary, and seven OF them show
ing an actual diminution,
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
MARKS LAMENT,

Ny heart is sad and lonely now,
The future looks gloomy and dark,
For Bet has sent me up the spout,
Alas, for poor old Mark.
know loved her all too well,
The truth I'll not deny,
But my devotion was in vain,
For now Pm kicked" sky high.
I will not murmur at my fate,
Nor the Lords DEGREES gainsay,
His spirit works upon our hearts
In mysterious way.
l will not stamp my Sunday hat,
I'll neither cry nor curse,
Although it is hard old case,
Thank God it is no worse.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24

= The Southern press have put Butler down to a
Great degree and he il Indebted for present atten-
tions mainly to Northern editors. Here is one
OF the last-which we take from the New Haven
Register
EPIGRAM.
How brave soldier ButlGr was,
Let this one fact reveal.
That even silver sooons and forks
Were worthy of his Steut.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
C0ngressmen from Il AIHsas.

TOPEKA KANSAS. Jan. %.
Pomerov has been elected 10 Congress for the
long term, by a vote of 81 to 25. Z. G.. Ross, to
fill the vacancy was also elected by vote of G3 to 40
Markets.
New YORK, Jan. 24-G 2. IT.
Cotton half cent. lower and more doing-sales
Of 1900 bales Midliing Uplands at 33!@l34 cents
Flour dull and unchanged. Wheat dull and price $
favor buyers. Corn dull and cent. lower. Pro
visions generally dull and neayy. Mess Pork sci
for new and S19 81 for old. Whiskey nominal
G. oceries quiet. Rice quiet and firm at 10! cents
for Carolina. Spirits Furpentine G6@276 cents e.
gallon. Rosin 81 5O0$10. Wool tirn--sales OF
IS 900 bs at 45Ql63c. for Domestic fleece 24G30c.
for Texas, and 81 for MeIican. Freight3 ruer.
Cotton lie Corn and Barley cd. = sail
New York Money Market.
New YORK, Jan. % 6 i. N.
At the las board the market Was somewhat i'm
proved. Gold 134i. U. :. tye-Wentics Of so, 1913
of Ca, 1851 new, 1041. Money easy at 1O7 ten
fort;es, 993 seven -thjries, all sorts, 1C1I
There was an unsettled feeling III the money
market toward the cl3se owing t. a stock ex-
change failure and heavy decline in stocks.
The demand for money was met at 107, while
government bankers generally supplied at 106.-
Tie discount market is inactive at 1O7W1O9 for
prime paper as capitalists prefer to employ their
Idle funds on calls. Pending the impeachment ol
the President and the continued contraction in
currency business is depressed. Gold closed at
134S. Foreign exchange quiet; Governments
heavy and lower stocks were trmer at the last
board.
BALTIMORE, Jan. 23-6 P, NJ.
Cotton quiet; MiddlinS Uplands "a cents mar
kcts generally steady.
MOBILE, Jan. 23-6 P. NJ.
Sales to day of 300 bales Cotton there is a
limited demand and prices lower. The mar
ket closed dul-middling 81 cents.
SAVANNAH Jan. 23-6 P. M.
Cotton dull Liverpool Middling 3l@314 cents
New York Middling 33 cents. Sales OF 400 bales.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
WILMINGrnN hoNEY MAnKET
MARRIED

In this city, OH the 18th instant, by Rev. J. G.
Thomas, Mr.. ELDER g. BARNIGZ to Miss RO-
SALINE BRIGGS.
In Marion District, s c., on the pod inst, by
the Rev. Nr McGibbon, JNO. T. NORFHROP late
of Wilmington N. C., 10 Miss MARY, daughter Of
the late Gov. Hennagan of South Carolina.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24

WAsHINGToN, D. c., Jan. 23-P. n.
SESATE-In the Souate various petitions inclu-
ding one fer the reimbursement of the money ta-
ken by the ST. Albans raiders were presented.
4 bill extending Daniel Woodbury's Horse Power
Patents referred to the commit ee of Patents
A long bill, defining the homestead laws was re-
ferred to the committee on Public Lands
\ bll passed by the House at noon to-day pre-
scribing rules for the qualification of lawyers
practicing in the United States courts, was re-
ferred to the Judiciary committee.
bill for the relief of the heirs OF ,Jno. f. Boul-
igney, formerly member Of Congress from Lou
siana, passed it confirms title to $4,000 acres
of land in louisiana to the heirs.
The tariff bill was taken Up and long speeches
were made and the Senate adjourned.
HoUsE'-The Republicans voting against Bout
wells bill were Hale, Latham, McLure and Still
well.
The committee of Ways and Means were in
structed to enquire into the expediency Of repeal
ing the tax on tonnage.
The Judiciary committee obtained leave to re-
port on the Eeight hour system of labor at any
time.
A bill providing for Yearly term Of the United
States Circuit Court in October at Little hook,
Arkansas, passed.
Tue Judiciary committee reported adversely to
the bill regulating the time and manner of elect
ing United States Senators.
A bill limiting t be time of fling claims in the
Court Of Claims six years, passed Two hours
were consumed in hearing excuses, &c Of those
absent last night without leave.
bill providing for successor to the President
tial office was taken up and discussed and ordered
to be printed, and referred to the Judiciary conf
mttee The House went into the committee of the
whole on the Post Office appropriations, and ad-
io1rnoI
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
Wilmington Wholesale Prices Current.

Ea- 1t should be understood that our quota
tlons generally represent the wholesale price. In
filing small orders, higher rates have to be paid.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24

The following lines have been sent to us for
publication by an unknown author, who, we sup
nose has been -- well-we will not say ::
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
Receipts and Exports of Cotton.

NEW lOKK, JAN %.
Tho receipts ofCotton at this port the past week
were II, 900 bales. Exports ,o4i bales. Stock
hand and shipboard, not cleared 1913 900 bales.-
Receipts at all the ports since 1st September, $780,
900 bales against about / ,O00, 0CO last year.
New ORLEANS, Jan. %.
The receipts of Cotton at al the ports of delIve
ry since the opening Of the Cotton year, made
up last evening" amounts to $50, 600 bales.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24

In the darkest hour it was written by one
of her sons Let the vandal work pro-
ceed The bells of st. Michael shall yet
ring out merry peals for independence, and
the stately mansions of those who claim
the blood of the Rutleges, Middletons and
Pinkneys, shall hang out blazing lights
from the base to attic in honor of the geat
event" stThe viper bites against
q file. He batters Sumter into solidity and
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24

Pomeroy has been elected 10 Congress for the
long term, by vote of 81 to 25 z. G. Ross, to
fill the vacancy also elected by vote of G5 to 40.
Wilmington journal., 1867-01-24
From De Bows Review.
MEMORIES OF THE WAR.

: Wonld shake hands with king upon his throne,
And think it kindness to his majesty.
stubborn race fearing and tatteling none.
The Yankee Natt0f-HALLEcK.