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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
Southern Courtesy to Gen. Grant.

The Richmond Hhig alludes with courtesy
to the presence of Gen. Grant in that city, as
follows =
isWhile Gen. Grant is associated IN the
minds of all with the downfall and humilia-
ton of the south, he is also intimately and
pleasingly connected with some of the most
delicate and generous passages OF that four
wears struggle. His noble and manly con
duct towards Gen. Lee and his army at the
time of the surrender, and his studious avoid
ance of this city for SO long a time after 1t
fell into his hands, honorably attest his mag
nanimity and delicacy, and will ever be
gratefully remembered by all right-think
ing southern men. We hope that Gen
Grants visit to this city win be an agreeable
one to him, and that he will receive that re
spectful attention due alike to his eminent
rank and his personal worth. Great as il
the part now borne by Gen. Grant in Amer
can affairs, the probability is that he is des
tined to play a yet more august part. 1t Is
important to the south that the great inhu
ence and the good will of such a man shall
be concihated and not repealed. He showed
that he appreciated us; let US, IN all proper
modes, show that we appreciate him"
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

THE RAILRoAD-We have been permitted
to read letter from Judge Thompson, writ:
ten the day after he arrived in London, and
after an interview with Mr.. Bellot, the con,
tractor of the American Central Railroad
This letter was written for the qualification
of the Judges family, and contains but little
of interest to the public. He mentions, how
ever, that Mr.. Bellot had, in conversation
assured him that iron for our railroad was
shipped to New York. Bellot seemed highly
gratifed to meet the Judge, as he would now
be able more satisfactorily to explain delays
and hoped to perfect confidence in his good
faith and entire ability to fulfill his contract
Judge Thompson wrote hopefully, and in
good spirits. He stated he would leave
Europe the 10th inst, on the Scotia, and
expected to arrive in New York On the 28tt
inst. We will be automatically apprised Al
the earliest moment of any reliable news
upon this matter, and will keep our readers
posted but we do not propose to disgust the
people with our own, and other folks guess
es and surmises, about the railroad. Some
thing reliable, certain, and cheering may be
expected soon.--Mercer County Press.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
From the N. Y. Times Republican,
Impeaehmcrt,

The impeachment business becomes more
and more contsmptible. The committee
continues it's laBors in search of charges
with desperation which failure daily rem
ders more apparent. Months ago the cry
went forth for the removal of the President
for offences which were imputed to him.
Then evidence was sought in support Of
these charges, and now the charges them
selves are abandoned. Else why this hunt
ing for fresh Grimes and other grounds o
arraignment? If the indictments drawn By
Ashley and Butler were tenable, think you
we should hear of the eager inquiry for wit
nesses on matters not yet a week old? The
latest story is that General Burton, who tool
JEFF. Davis to Richmond, is to be examined
with the faint hope of gathering succor iron
the talk of the ex-rebel Chief Mr. Seward
too, is to be examined on matters equal,
novel and nonsensical. Altogether, tn
committee finds itself in tight place-witl
a strong desire to impeach, but withou
proofs or even charges to warrant impeach
ment. Some of its witnesses are represent
ed as having attemptedto prove too much
General Baker being of the number. Th
whole affair offends the public nostrils as
nuisance.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
st, Louis and st. Paul !
Rock Island, Davenport, Dubuque,
WinOna,

AND ALL INTERMEDIATES POINTS.
The Company will run to st. Paul the following
splendid steamers: e -
DUBUQUE, Capt J. w. Parker.
HAWKEYE STATE, Capt. Jones W orden.
MINNESOTA Capt. Thos. b. Hill.
SUCKER STATE, Capt. VIM. p. Hight.
DAVENPORT, Capt. E. V. polcombe-
MUSCATINE, Capt. J. W. jerks.
BURLINGTON, Capt. M. Green.
CANADA, Capt, b. A. Cenger.
PEMBINA, Capt. -
SAVANNA, Capt. Alex. McGowin.
RESERVE, Capt. A. Lamont.
Leaving ST. Louis from Northern Line Wharf
Boat, foot of Washington Avenue, every Monday,
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at O'Clock p. N.
All the above boats are manned by careful and
experienced officers and crews, and have been
thoroughly reftted and repaired, and no exertions
will be spared to add to the comfort and convent
ence of passengers and the careful handling OF
freight. The company own several freight steam
ers and large number Of "a No. II barges, the
greater part of which are adapted to carry gram
in bulk and prepared to carry all grain oner.
ing, with dispatch.
S-The company return thanks TO the public
for their liberal patronage during the last nine
years. and hope to deserve and receive continu-
ance of their favors. When the business Will JUS
tify his company will run daily line.
THos b. RHODES, Pres't T. j. BUFoRD, SuPt
THos H. GRIFFITH, Sec'y. I. NJ. MASON, Agt-
| r. NJ. PRETTYMAN, Agent, Davenport
| GEO. W. D. HARRIS. Agent, Rock Island
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

1t will probably have been noticed that,
since the cessation of the war, there have APP
peared more accounts of athletic sports, and
a much greater general attention to them,
than ever before in this country. There are
two reasons for this. One is, that there is
actually more attention given to the manly
sports and games, consequent upon a taste
encouraged during the war for the exercise
of the physical powers. The other is, that
these events are now more noticeable than at
time when they sank into comparative IN
significance by the side of the prominent
events of the war Rowing, sculling, roget
ta and yacht racing, base ball and cricket
matches, to say nothing of horse races and
prize fights, are now eliciting comments and
exciting an interest among those who form
erly never gave them a thought. The col
| lege boat-crews of Harvard and Yale were
| strongly urged to test their skill in an inter,
national contest with the crews OF OXFORD
| and Cambridge, and there is every probabll
| itv that in another year such contest vii
take place This spirit of exercise is all very
commendable when not carried too far. Bn
it is certainly not desirable that it should be
promoted to such an extent as is the rage IL
| England America shonld not envy box
ing nation, nor even the institution of a Der
by Day,as national holiday, any more thar
the students of our colleges should emulate
the corps and slaeger duels of German I'm
| iversity town.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

The frequent and sad results OF incompe-
tent druggists in all parts of the country
should excite public and official attention.
In regard to this subject, the New York
Times refers to the Prussian system and
says:
'In that country all the drug-shops are under
the immediate charge of the police. Every drug
pist's clerk is compelled to serve a long appren-
ticeship and pass a severe examination before ne
is permitted to put up prescriptions. And no
druggist is permitted to put up poisons In sui
fcient quantity to cause death on amere prescrip-
tion-it must be under the eye of the prescribing
nbvsician himself The Prussian system may
not be suited to free country, but it is admira-
blv adapted to prevent accidental poisoning, such
as we too frequently have to deplore.'
The Times might have added that every
druggist in Prussian city is supplied with
a list of licensed practising physicians, and
that it is criminal offence to put up 9
prescription that does not come from one OF
these. Any system is suited to free coun
try that is adapted to prolonging human life
and the pursuit of happiness, and it Is hlgi
time that some system in regard to the drug
business should be fixed upon.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

The Albany Eoeaing Journal says =
''Give the south proper encouragement, and
q few years will show them true people.
Crush them with maledictions and exaetlons,
and turbulent, discontinued people will
possess that territory for years"
If citizen of the United States cannot
address meeting in Mobile safely, then Al,
ALBANIA cannot safely be admitted to repres.
entation in congress.-NeU York Tribune
1t therefore follows that if a President Of
the United States cannot address meeting
in Indianapolis or Springfield safely, Their
Indiana and Illinois cannot safely be ad
mitted to representation in congress.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
Another of Beast Buffers Robberies Comes tt
Light,

New YORK. May 30.-In the supreme
court to-day, IN the case of Commodore Brat
ton against General B. f. Butler, motion
was granted to transfer the case to the Unit
ed States courts. The plaintiff brings suit
to recover 81 800 which is alleged to have
been wrongfully taken from him during Gen
Buffers administration of affairs at New Or.
leans. The plaintiff alleges that the draft
for the amount was taken from him while
being searched, prior to passing beyond the
nickets that Butler cashed the same anC
converted it to his own use.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

A republican city newspaper is very in
dignant over the fact that in Delaware men
convicted of certain crimes are tied to post
and whipped. In our county jail it is not
uncommon for the republican iaior to bru-
tally maltreat prisoners guilty of no crime
whatever. We have noticed no condem-
nation of this, IN the newspaper so much ex-
ercised over the barbarisn1N of Delaware
ChicG0O Times.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
Jefferson Davis In Canada.

TORONTO, May 30.-Jeff. Davis arrived
this A. M. He was enthusiastically cheered
by a large crowd and drove to the residence
of Major Hellam, in company with Mr. Ma
son and Gen. Reid. He afterward received
number of visitors and left in the afternoon
for Niagara Falls. He will return here for
few days, but intends to reside at st. Cath
armies. $500
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

A MUp HoLE-The mail hack from New
Boston did not arrive Friday evening until
near ten o'clock at night. Mr.. Ely informs
us he was four hours getting through the
mud hole at Judge Gilmore's. For some
months in the year, that place is almost i'm
passable, yet no attempt is made to repair
it. The supervisor in that district should
neglect the matter no longer.-Mercer Cona-
tn Press
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
Means of the Company.

Estimating the distance to be built by the Union
Pacific to be ] sos miles, the United States Gov
eminent issues its Six per cent Thirty year bonds
to the Company the road is finished at the av-
erage rate of about $751; per mile, amounting
to $44, 900.
The Company is also permitted to issue its own
First Mortgage Bonds to an equal amount, and at
the same time, which by special Act of Congress
are made First Mortgage on the entire line, the
bonds of the United States being subordinate to
them.
The Government makes a donation of 12,sOV
acres of land to the mile, amounting to 20 0OO
acres, estimated to be worth $50, 100000, making
the total resources, exclusive of the capital, Sis,
Ale, 900 but the full value of the lands cannot
now be realized.
| The authorized Capital Stock of the Company
| is one hundred million dollars, of which five mil
| lions have already been paid in, and of which II
| is not supposed that more than twenty-five mil
| lions at most win be required.
The cost of the road is estimated by compeien
engineers to be about one hundred million dollars
| exclusive of co uipmeHt.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
In Vermont, the radicals pay renegad

In Vermont, the radicals pay renegade
democrats promptly. They pay literally
too. and thus keep their ranks full. A Yer
monter can see the point by reading the fol-
lowing little telegram:
..MoxrpELIER, May 80 Tho republican state
convention met to day. Hon. Luke r. 4oiand
presided. The nominations were For governor,
Hon. Jno. B. Page; lieut.. governor, Col: stephen
Thomas treasurer, Hon. Jno. A. Page"
Senator Poland was formerly democrat.
Steve Thomas was one of the most rabid
democrats in the state, until very recently
So of John A. Page, who is cashier of
bank in Montpelier. John B. Page resides
in Rutland. He is a republican, and has
been state treasurer for some years.
Paul Dillingham;, who is the present gov
ernor, and has been twice elected, was, unit
very recently, one of the leaders of the Yer
mont democracy, and formerly a democratic
member of congress.
The radicals of Vermont are adopts II
picking up renegades-men who join an,
party for office and official plumber.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
Value and Security of the Bonds

The Company respectfully submit, that the
above statement of facts fully demonstrates the
security Of their Bonds, and as additional proof
they would suggest that the Bonds now offered
are less than ten million dollars on 5l1 miles OF
road, on which over twenty million dollars have
already been expended ON $50 miles of this
road the cars are now running, and the remaining
ISL miles are nearly completed.
At the present rate Of premium on gold these
bonds pay an annual interest on the present cost
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
The Dearest Fruit Of All.

Among the many "dedr fruits of our pic
tories" as the radicals style it, a barrel OF
-four at the rate of eighteen to twenty dollars
is about the dearest. Rents are exceedingly
dear; vet family that used to live In a
whole house may pack themselves mp IN one
story, and rent the rest to another fanny.
Clothing is dear yet man who used to buy
a new suit every season, may wear the same
coat all the year round and in remodeling
last years dresses an intelligent lady may
appear in the latest style and yet economist
q little fortune to her husband. A family
can abstain from visiting theatres, from
eating oysters or ice cream, or drinking
champagne !; but the consumption of bread
permits of no economy and of no substitute. In
times of plenty, reasonable people. do not
destroy bread in the days of scarcity people
cannot eat less There are innumerable
shades in the style ofliving in every other
| respect; bread alone is universally and
equally needed, the nearest of all necessities
of life to air and water. And for the poor la
borer, who works from ten to twelve hours &
day for two dollars and for the father OF a
large family, who has salary perhaps OF
| thousand to twelve hundred dollars year,
ten-eent loaf of bread nowadays weighs on
| " twelve ounces, and pound of Hour to-
him costs from nine to ten cents just as well
as for the patriot who, during the war made
million Of dollars by saving vouchers at thu
rate of ten or fifty per cent, or by providing
the government with tin cups or other wa
material at the very lowest price which 10y
atty could possibly afford to take
We suppose good stringent test oath ma
be very dear to some; dearer to others ma,
be the prescription of millions of their tello'
citizens dearer still to others the hope
confscating the estates of the former rebel
undoubtedly all these are rightly Gale
dear fruits Of our uictortes; but the deares
of all is one ounce of bread alta small tractlo
less than cent i--T Louis Republican.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
A FINE FARM FOR SALE.

TIME SUBSCRIBER OFFERS FOR SALE A
i splendid Number One farm, of 100 acres,
well watered in every part, well fenced, and hav-
ing first class improvements: The farm is situat-
ed in Richland Grove township, Mercer county,
in the vicinity of villages, school houses and
churches, and only Is miles from the city OF ROCK
Island. The farm is desirable one, in every re-
spect For further particulars, enquire OF the
subscriber, on the premises or by letter, to Rich
land Grove post Office. Call soon and see TOT
Yourselves. DANIEL MOWRY.
Richland Grove, May 81, dw2m.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

The wonderful fexibility and great comfort and
pleasure to any Lady wearing the Duplex Elliptic
Skirt will be experienced particularly In all
crowded Assemblies, Operas, Carriages, Railroad
Cars Church Pews, Arm Chairs, for Promenade
and House Dress, the Skirt can be folded when
in use to occupy a small place as easily and con-
veniently as silk muslin dress, an invaluable
quality in crinoline, not found in any single
spring skirt
and great convenience of wearing the Duplex Ell
liptic steel spring skirt for single day, will
never afterwards willingly dispense with their
use. For children, misses, and young ladies, they
superior to all others.
They will not bend break like the single
spring, but will preserve their perfect and grace
full shape when three four ordinary skirts viii
have been thrown aside as useless The hoops
are covered with double and twisted thread, and
| the bottom rods not only double springs, but
| twice Tor double) covered, preventing them from
wearing out when dragging down steps, STAIRS
| &c.
The Duplex Elliptic is a great favorite with all
aides, and is universally recommended by the
| Fashion Magazine the standard skirt of the
| fashionable world.
| TIE eniov the following inestimable advantages
in Crinoline viz Superior quality, perfect manu-
facture stylish shape and finish, flexibility, dura
| bility, comfort and economy, enquire for j. w
| Bradley's Duplex Elliptic, Double Spring
Skirt, and be sure you get the genuine article.
| CAUTI0N.--To guard against 1MPOSdT1ON
be particular to notice that skirts offered as "DU
| PLEX" have the red ink stamp, viz: az. W
| Bradleys Duplex Elliptic Steel SPRING." uper
| the wastbana--none others genuine. Ais,
notice that every hoop will admit pin bsiut
passed through the centre, thus revealing the tw'
| Tor double) springs braided together therein
| which is the secret of their fexibility ant
| strength, and a combination not to be found ii
| any other skirt.
For sale in all stores where first class skirts ar
| sold throughout the United States and elsewhere
| Manufactured by the sole owners of the patent
| VESTS, BRADLEY q CARY.
| 81 Chambers & 70 & 81 Reade Sts., N. Y.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
Prospects for Business.

The railroad connection between Omaha and
the East is now complete, and the earnings OF the
Union Pacific on the sections already finished for
the first two weeks in Nav were $4,000. These
sectional earnings as the road progresses Will
much more than pay the interest on the Compa-
ny's bonds, and the through business over the on
ly line of railroad between the Atlantic and Pa
cifc must be immense.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
CITY HARNESS SHOP
NEAR THE CITY SCALE g.

THE UNDERSIGNED HAVE OPENED A
i shop in the basement of Smyth's Building
near the City Scales, where they will be happy to
see all who want anything in their line.
They have workmen equal to any in the west
stock of the very best quality, and warrant their
work to be fully equal to any and prices as low
as any.
Repairing done at short notice.
Ali orders promptly filed
share of patronage respectfully solicited.
KESLER & BURK.
Rock Island, March 20, Diff
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
To-Day's Advertisem' rs.
HOMES For CHILDREN.

ANY PERSONS WHO ARE WILLING TO
~ take children into their families, of either
ser, and ranging in age from three months to ten
years, are requested to apply to s. B. Stoddard,
at Rock Island, or VIM. s. Bailey, at the County
poor House. may3 ldw2w.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31

e. This road was completed from Omaha 800 miles
west on the Ist of January, 1857, and Is fully
equipped, and trains are regularly running over
it. The Company has now on hand sufficient
iron ties etc., to finish the remaining portion to
the eastern base of the Rocky Mountains, III
miles, which is under contract to be done Septem-
Der Ist of this year, and it is expected that The
entire road will be in running order from Omaha
to its western connection with the Central Pacific
now being rapidly built eastward from Saeramen-
to- Cal, during 1870.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
FOR SALE.

MIR. J.P. DosTAL OFFERS HIS BUSINESS
lNI place for sale at bargain. 1t is one OF
the best business locations in the city is on IN
nois street bat,peon Eagle and Washington Sts. 7;
hos a 'front.' of 80 feet by $50 feet deep, to an al
lev. The buildings are in good order and would
now rent for $500 per year. Apply to
A. F. CUTTER,
mayl5dtf Real Estate Agent.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-05-31
Mine Per Cent,

and it is believed that on the completion OF the
road, like the Government Bonds, they will 60
above par. The Company intend to sell but
limited amount the present low rate, and retain
the right to advance the price at their option
Subscriptions viii be received in New York by
the
CONTINENTAL NATIONAL BANK, No. IL Nassau
Street,
Glars, DoDGE & Co., BANKERS, 81 Wall St,
JOHN ). CISCO d Son, BANNERS, No. 80 Wall
Street,
and by BANKS AND BANKERS generally
throughout the United States, of whom maps and
descriptive pamphlets may be obtained They
will also be sent by mail from the Company $
Office, No. 20 Nassau Street, New York, on aPpli-
cation Subscribers will select their own agents
in whom they have confidence, who alone will be
responsible to them for the safe delivery Of the
bonds.
JOHN =. CISCO,
TREASURER,
NEW YORK.
maysodw3m.
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1867-06-28

PHILADHLFHlA, june =. Flour is as duh
as ever with prices unsettled and irregular.
Receipts are small; sales Of 400 barrels good
Northwest extra family at SO 50 a small lot
Of Pennsylvania and Ohio ditto sl0 50@l2-
SO. Wheat IS dull. with sales Of 1000 bush.
red at S262 SO, 3 900 bushels white at 81 .,
1000 bushels California on secret terms.
Rye is steady at 81 40. Corn comes forward
slowly and IS held firmly, but there's little
doing. Sales Of 200 bushels Western aud
Pennsylvania yellow at 81 0l in store and
from the cars. Oats are steady at Soc.
CHICAGO, june o, 1867.
Flour Moderately active; spring extra
81 6248l0 IS.
WHEAT-Quieii sales Of No. ! at.S2 o8G 2
06; No. ? at 81 76es1 81, closing 81 79@1-
so for No. 2
CoRS- Irregular but quiet at s4f@ Sc for
No /; 82ta s8 for No. 2.
OATs-Quiet and steady a. Gle SIC for No.
RYE-A triae better at 81 oll@l oa for
No l.
PaorlsloSs-Dun; mess pork $40 80.
Lard dull at lie