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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
FROM the Henry County Chronicle.
Rock Island Assumption.

There is no limit to the arrogance, impu-
dence, mendacity and brass in this warfare
the leaders at Rock Island are waging
against Bennett and the rights of Henry
County. They all go upon the astounding
assumption that there are no attorneys out
side of Rock Island in this Judicial Dis
trict.
To talk about capabilities in any one else
than G. W. Peasants is high treason. To
talk about the rights of the people of Henry
County, as compared with the supreme
Qualifications" and "itness" of Mr.. Pleas
ants, is, in their view, the veriest folly and
absurditity! "The more competent mem
bers of the barr all reside in the city of Rock
Island
It is funny spectacle this-the Osborns,
the Hawleys and the Beans of Rock Island
pointing fingers of scorn at the incapacity of
the Henry County Bar!
These shadows of Peasants would have
us Henry County people know they are in
tellectual giants. whose seal of appreciation
was necessary before the people of Henry
County shall have right to say who shall
fill their offices. Osborn, close to the ear of
that low fellow Danforth, and Lord Hawley
near that much better man of the Uiai0n
Haverstick, to inspire the proper sentiment
and we have the double shadows of Pleas
ants-the man SO much beloved because he
has so few positive qualities, and has, some
time or another, held TO the views of almost
everybody.
We wonder if the people of Henry County
will not be disposed to consult these worth
les as to who shall FIJI their county offices,
or for whom they shall vote for the next
President! "Charley Osborn" the veriest
tyro at the law-Hawley, pedantic, splenetic,
egotistcal, sneeringly double, and a lawyer
on the narrow gauge pretty br zee of sim
pletons to assume umpireship over the bar
of Henry County!
The way for the people of this county tc
answer this arrogant assumption is to TURN
OUT AT THE ELECTION NEXT MON
DAY, AND VOTE FOR YOUR OWN
COUNTY MAN, BENNETT, AND ELECT
HIM CIRCUIT JUDGEl
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01

REMARKS By THE EDITOR OF THE ARGUS.
We have been requested by Mr.. Hawley
and Mr.. Osborn to copy the above article in
order to show the people of Rock Island the
spirit in which Squire Bennett is conduct
ing the canvass in his own behalf, and we
copy it in the same kind of display type as
we find it. Bennett is travelling around
this county and Henry, peddling handful,
printed at his own printing Office, fthe Galva
Union) containing the above..vile attack up
on some of the very best men in this city
emitting ''that low fellow Danforth" from
the number. This article is credited to the
Henry. County Chronicle, but we have no
doubt it was written by that heightened gen.
tleman Bennett. The handful also contains
the pedigree of Bennett, written by him
self, and several other equally valuable liter
airy contributions by the same polished and
refined author.
And Bennett endorses all this dirty cleo
tioneering stuff, by travelling over this coun-
ty and Henry and personally distributing it.
He not only does this, but we have before
us one Of these handbills which was sent by
him to an editor in the district, and on the
bottom Of it is request from Bennett for
him to "copy," and the request is signed by
Bennett, with his own hand. Is such man
fit even for justice of the peace? Certain
ly no such man should be permitted to
creep into the chair of the circuit Judge of
this judicial district If the people of Rock
Island are possessed of proper pride and
spirit they will turn out, en- naasse, on Mon
day, and vote solid for Mr. peasants.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
The Hoax About the Pennies ofI858.

About the firstof April SOMEBODY started re-
port that the nickel cents of 1858, containing
the ..spread eagle" which was so extensively
critized and ridiculed at the issue, had be-
come very scarce, owing to the fact that the
government was calling them in, in conse-
quence of mistake having been made in
the alloy, by which their value was greatly
enhanced 1t was asserted that the amount
of gold used in the alloy made the coin worth
about twenty-five cents. Everybody began
examining their pocket books, &C., and it
was generally found that the coin was quite
plenty. Hundreds of them have been gath
cred together, and the search still continues.
We observe by some of our exchanges that
these interchangeable relic-hunters are now
endeavoring to make sale of their collections,
and find it an uphill business, as the nickel
issue of 1858 is worth no more than the
faee-one cent. An enterprising lady residing
in Philadelphia is said to have collected no
less than five hundred of the pennies referred
to and carried them othe mint for exchange,
and sad indeed was her disappointment on
finding that she was the victim of misplaced
confidence, and that her bright anticipations
of gain were not to be realized-the officers
of the mint declining to take them at all.
An editor in West Chester published the
statement that the pennies were actually
worth twenty-five cents piece when one ofhis
subscribers sent in four of the premium bear
ing cents to him, with request to have one
dollar credited to his account for subscription.
This was more than the too-creduous editor
had bargained for when he made the state.
| ment, and he was compelled to come out in
his next number and acknowledge that he
knew nothing whatever On the subject ofthe
| premium that he had found the statement
afloat in another newspaper, and printed it
| without knowing anything at all about it,
and he washed his hands of the whole affair.
| In short, the bubble has bursted, and snickels
| with the eagle" will no doubt soon cease to
| be hunted and boarded.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
TO THE VOTERS OF ROCK ISLAND COUNTY

We have Just been shown copy Of
handful, which is being extensively circulat-
ed in Henry County,, urging the people of
that County to support Mr.. Bennett for
Judge, not on account of any competency of
his for the position, but SOLELY BECAUSE He
LIVES IN HENRY COUNTY.
The handbill charges our county with tar
rogance, impotence and mendacity," in
seeking to elect Mr.. Pleasants twhoistacitly
admitted to be best qualifed1 over Henry
county man, and teens with. abuse Of. our
county and our people. We therefore feel
called upon to URGE OUR CITIZENS TO TURN
OUT, EN- MAssE, AND VOTE FOR THEIR FELLOW.
CITIZEN, GEORGE W. PLEASANTS, FOR
JUDGE. 1t is a matter of the very highest
Importance, and ought not to be neglected
by any voter J. NJ. BUFORD,
Chairman Co. Democratic Committee.
as...-. SAM'L G. PLUMMER,
Chairman Co. Republican Committee
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
1867 Season Arrangement. 1867
,fN NORTHERN ,~A
LINE
Packet Company,
Lime Of Passenger Steamers
BETWEEN
st. Louis and st. Paul !
Rock Island, Davenport, Dubuque,
Win0na,

AND ALL INTERMEDIATES POINTS.
The Company viii run to St. Paul the following
splendid steamers:
DUBUQUE, Capt J. w. Parker.
HAWKEYE STATE, Capt. Jones Worden.
MINNESOTA, Capt. Thos. B. Hill.
SUCKER STATE, Capt. VIM. P. Hight.
DAVENPORT, Capt. E. V. Holcombe.
MUSCATINE, Capt. J. W. jerks.
BURLINGTON, Capt M. Green.
CANADA, Capt, B. A. Conger.
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 refitted and repaired, and exertions
will be spared to add TO the comfort and convent
ence of passengers, and the careful handling of
freight. The company own several freig ht steam
ers and large number of "a No. L" barges, the
greater part of which adapted to carry grain
in bulk; and prepared to carry all grain offer
ing, with dispatch.
Eg- The company return thanks TO the public
for their liberal patronage during the last nine
years, and hope to deserve and receive a continu-
ance of their favors. When the business will JUS
tify his company will run daily line
THos. B. RHODES, Pres't. T. ]. BuFoRD, Sup't.
THos. II. GRIFFITH, Secy. I, NJ. MASON, Ag't.
r. NJ. PRETTYMAN, Agent, Davenport.
GEO. ". D. HARRIS. Agent, Rock Island.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
From the Henry County Chronicle.
The Rock Island Court.

The Circuit Court of Rock Island County
proposes to remain in session until the cleo
ton. 1t has now been in session three weeks,
with very little to do-sitting an hour or two
day--and proposes to run this week. The
election of Rock Island man may be the
object of the Court.
During the term, Rock Island County is to
be organized" SO as to vote down Henry
County and elect peasants. %
Remember, every means, honorable and
dishonorable, is resorted to in Rock Island
County to carry the election. The only de-
fence of the people is to TURN OUT A
FULL TOTE DON'T LET BUSE
NESS, HOWEFER URGENT, DETAIN
you FROM THE POLLS VOTE
SOLID FOR YOUR OWN NAN.
REMARKS BY THE EDITOR OF THE ARGUS.
The above is an extract from a handful
Squire Bennett is peddling in Henry County.
We set it in the same style of display as we
find it.
1t contains covert attack upon Judge
Wilkinson which ought to mantle Squire
Benefits cheeks, with shame-if he knows
what shame is.
And it closes by an appeal to Henry coun-
ty (which he omitted from the handbills he
peddled in this county, to "rote solid for
your oun man." If such an appeal is made
to Henry county people, we hope Rock Island
people will see the necessity of voting solid
for their man.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Anew Preuaration for the Teeth.

Rogers Fragrant 0dontohne removes all
substances destructive to the Teeth, prevents
disccloration, the accumulation of Tartar
and a spongy relaxed condition of the gums,
imparting pleasant and fragrant refreshing
taste to the mouth. Put up in handsome
boxes containing one bottle liquid and one
box powder. Price IS cents.
Sold by druggists, perfumers and fancy
goods dealers dwtf
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
FINE FARM FOR SALE.

THE SUBSCRIBER OFFERS FOR SALE A
l. splendid Number One farm, of 100 acres
well watered in every part, well fenced, and hav-
ing first class improvements. The farm 10 situat-
ed in Richand 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 a desirable one, in e. Try
spect. For further particulars, enquire of the
subscriber, the premises, by letter, to Rich
land Grove post Office. Call soon and see for
yourselves. DANIEL M0WRY.
Richland Grove, May 81, dw2m.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
UNITED STATES BONDS.

THE FIRST ISSUE OF sEyEN-THIRTIEs
l. become due August 18th, 1867, and before
that date they must be presented at Washington
for conversion into the SIX PER CENT. coin
BEARING BONDS. or the right to SO convert
them will be forfeited. -
Holders can make the exchange at the First
National Bank, or at the Bank of MITCHELL
LfNDE, in Rock Island. All expenses of esnver-
sion and of delivery of tho Bonds are paid by the
Government. 4EQ &t8
Rock Island, May Z, 1851, dw3m. cid
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01

sible kinds-and they are always women
who were SO criminally homely that any
rightminded man would takea placid salts
faction in seeing them suffer sudden and
violent deathsss But that peddler boy peddled
these atrocious books right along for hours
together, and gave up my poem at last,
and devoted all my energies to driving him
away, and trying to say things that would
make him unhappy. -
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Apprentice Wanted.

A good, steady, well educated boy, l6 to
Is wears of age, is wanted at this office as an
apprentice. for term of three years. None
others need apply. .-as..5-s $50 rs T.. g.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01

LOOK AT THE RUINsl--Aye, look at the
ruins of what were once magnificent sets of
teeth, to be seen everywhere in society. Look
at them, and ask yourself if it is not marve
lous that such destruction is permitted, when,
by simply using Sozodont, any teeth, hoar-
euer fragile, may be preserved from decay
or blemish as long as life lasts?
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01

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 Promena AIDE
and House Dress, as the Skirt can be folded when
in use to occupy q small place easily and con-
veniently silk muslin dress, an invaluable
quality in crinoline, not found in any single
spring skirt.
A lady having enjoyed the pleasure, comfort,
and great convenience of wearing the Duplex Ell
lipt'c steel spring skirt for single day, will
never afterwards willingly dispense with their
use. For children, misses, and young ladies, they
are superior to all others.
They will not bend or break like the single
spring, but will preserve their perfect and grace
full shape when three or four ordinary skirts viii
have been thrown aside useless The hoops
are covered with double and twisted thread, and
the bottom rods are not only double springs, but
twice Tor doable) covered, preventing them from
wearing out when dragging down steps, Stairs,
&c. $685., +-.
The Duplex Elliptic is great favorite with all
aides, and is universally recommended by the
Fashion Magazine the standard skirt of the
fashionable world.
TIE enjoy the following inestimable advantages
in Crinolne, viz: Superior quality, perfect manu-
facture stylish shape and finish, fexibilty, dura-
bity, comfort and economy, enquire for j. w.
Bradley's Duplex Elliptic, or Double Spring
Skirt and be sure you get the genuine article.
CAUTToN.--To guard against IMPOSITION
be particular to notice that skirts offered as DU-
PLEX" have the red ink stamp, viz: ~. W.
Bradley's Duplex Elliptic Steel Springs" upon
the waistband-none others genuine. Also
notice that every hoop win admit pin being
passed through the centre, thus revealing the two
for double) springs braided together therein,
which is the secret of their Hexibilitv and
strsngth, and combination not to be found in
any other skirt.
For sale ID all stores where first class skirts are
sold throughout the United States and elsewhere.
Manufactured by the sole owners of the patent.
VESTS, BRADLEY & CARY. -
81 Chambers d 70 d 81 Reade Sts,, NY
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01

Mrs. johnson having added a new and
well furnished room to her Restaurant has
began the ice cream season with better &C
conmodations than heretofore, and will be
pleased to wait upon her numerous patrons
and friends, may27dlw.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
The Dangers Of aprine.

We have the highest medical authority for
saving that a great many more persons die.
in May than in November. The natural eau
ses are: LIST. The increased dampness Of the
atmosphere, proven by the fact that doors
which shut easily in the winter, do not do SO
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
ror Circuit Judge.

We are authorized to announce Hon. Geo.
w. Peasants as candidate for Judge OF
the Sixth Judicial District, at the ensuing
aIaction mayl5dwtf
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Tyne Metal.

Old type in any quantity for sale at the
ARGUS office. Equal to Rabbit metal for all
mechanical purposes.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
HOMES FOR CHILDREN,

A NY PERSONS WHO ARE WILLING TO
IA take children into their families, of either
sex, 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. may3ldw2w.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Old Newspapers.

Old newspapers, tied up in packages OF
one hundred, for sale at the ARGUS ofice for
so cents bundle.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
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 May were $4,000. These
sectional earnings the road progresses will
much more than pay the interest the Compa-
nys bonds, and the through business over the on
ly line of railroad between the Atlantic and Pa
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Go To tina Hast.

q Go to to the Bryant & Stratton Iowa State
Business College, to get a thorough practical
business education, or to become a good
sound telegraph operator. For circulars ad-
dress lenclosing stamps the Bryant Il STRAIT
ton Commercial College, Davenport, Iowa.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Odd Fellows

Rock Island Lodge No, Is, I. o. o. F.,
meets every Monday Evening at Odd Eel
lows Hall, southeast corner of Illinois and
Eagle Sts., at s o'clock P. N.
W. I. NORRIS, n. G.
CHARLES ENGEL r. S.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
LOCAL COLUMN.
Tee Cream.

FIFTEEN CENTS line viii be charged fol-
each insertion of articles under this head.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
ROCK ISLAND W00LEN MILLS.
NOTICE.

ON ACCOUNT OF MY Loss BY THE PRE-
~ at Camden, hereby call on all who are in
any way indebted 70 me. to make payment on or
before June 1st or I will be compelled to proceed
against them according to law-
WILLIAM H. VAN LANDSCHooT
may7dw1m. a eas 81 =
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
FINE HORSE AND COW !.

A good Family Carriage, Horses, and other goods
appertainng to the residence, making this sale
one of the rarest opportunities ever offered the
public. N. VAN TUYL, Auctioneer.
junedIt.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Monday, June Sd, 1867, at 10 A. M,

splendid stock of Household Furniture, consist
ing of rich Double Parlor Sets, magnificent,
ch-toned Stien way Piano, superior Mason &
Hamlin Parlor Organ, rich French Pier Glass,
and other Mirrors, Brussels and Three-Ply Car
pets, rich Chamber Sets of different styles, full
sets of French and Stone China ware, a fine lot
of Stoves, together with general assortment of
Kitchen Furn ifure Also q E
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01

on the premises, where a suit Of clothes can al
ways be made on the shortest notice, in the best
style, and, like everything else at this establish
ment, at the lowest rates. The Tailoring Estab-
ishmentis charge of Michael Lieberknecht, an
old and experienced cutter and inisher, who has
carried business in this city for nearly IL years.
IF you want nice broad cloths, cassimeres, fan
nels, tweeds yarns, blankets, any kind of WOODEN
goods, honestly made and at very low prices, call
at the
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
To-Day's Advertiser is.
BARGAINS AT AUCTION,
Rich Household Furniture
AT DAVENPORT.

Selby Van Tuyl, Auctioneers, will sell at auc-
ton, without reserve, at the corner of Ninth and
I.eClaira streats
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01

Estimating the distance to be built by the Union
Pacific to be l,565 miles, the United States Gov
eminent issues its Six per cent Thirty year bonds
to the Company as the road is finished at the av-
erage rate of about $2s,25o per mile, amounting
to So, POS, 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 Il, 500
acres of land to the mile, amounting to 20 032, 900
acres estimated to be worth $50 900 900, making
the total resources exclusive of the capital, Sll
4I6, 600 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 it
is not supposed that more than twenty five mil
lions at most win be required
The cost of the road is estimated by competent
engineers to be about hundred million dollars,
exclusive of continent
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-06-01
Value and Security of the Bonds.

The Company respectfully submit, that the
above statement of facts fully demonstrates the
security of their Bonds, and additional proof
they would suggest that the Bonds now offered
are less than ten million dollars 517 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
1877 miles are nearly completed.
At the present rate of premium on gold these
bonds pay an annual interest on the present cost
Of
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1867-08-20

WRrriNa CLASS ron Yousa LAprEs.-A,
the private residence Of Mrs. Samuel skol-
field, Mr.. Harvey Skolfeld proposes to
open on the I'd Of September, Writing
School for the benefit Of the Young ladies
of this place, If he meets with proper en-
oouragement which he certainly deserves
in endeavoring to impart to the young
that useful and beautiful srt-a good and
pretty hand writing. We arc informed
that bis present writing class Of young
men, opened some time since, have and
are making great progress in the art which
so many in this place should, now that tho
opportunity ia afforded, avail themsel YES
Of. small pittance of young mans
earnings will secure to him what can never
be taken away-a good hand writing
Parents and guardians who wish to confer
q blessing on their cons and daugbte or
thoee under their protection, should by no
means fail TO remember that the opportu-
nifty is offered them by Mr.. Skol6eld, TO
correct their miserable scrawls and to i'm
part to tho young ladies' and gent lemep Of
this place, good hand writing.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1867-08-20

THE RIVERSIDE MAGAZINE ron YOU'VE
PEopLE.-We have received from the pub
lishors, MessrH Hurd q Houghton, New
York the August number of This interest
ing magazine for the Juveniles. II can DO
had of Heroman, Beal and at the Post
Office, single copies 25 cents The pub
Usher says:
"The purpose Of The Riverside Magazine
will be to satisfy the varied taste of the
younger public with wholesome and en-
JOY able reading matter, accompanied by
illustrations, excellent IN art and interest
ing IN subject Favorite Authors and
ArJists will be well represented in the
magazine, but the Publishers undertake TO
please no friends but their subscribers, and
will secure the beat American articles from
all parts Of thu country, without regard TO
the previous reputation of the author,
hoping thus to keep the magazine always
fresh and original"
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1867-08-20

REMOVAL OF LAW OFrtuEs. --Tbe large
commodious two story brick building be.
longing to the succession Of the late j M
Brnnot, on North Boulevard street, have
been, we notice, recently converted into
Lamou d Favrot, occupying the first and
Massrs. Fuqna 81 Callahan the second
floor. The office of Messrs Fuqua & Cal
Than cannot BIO surpassed for comfort and
con genienoe Tor tho purpose 1t is now be-
ing occupied. Mr.. Alvan Read, ma will be
seen by his professional card, has also re-
Florida street, one door east of tho
Mayors Office.