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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-14
DR. WEIGHTS
TAR SYRUP!

"Faots are stubborn things" says the old PFC,
yerb and in these alene do We intend do desy h
presenting WRIGHTS TAR SYRUP to IN. al
lie. All know che necessity of guarolDs ,hs nro.
Colds, - we'll ss the necessity OF 'aae We sav.
per remedies when colds are upon, ,he sunar;or
without fear of contradiction, tnas af rorsn-n,,
of Wripht's Tar Syrup, fer the cur. ~ s."p.
a., 60. Coda bronchitis, and ail diseases
~ .hs Thro.t and Lungs, does not exist. oeao~
=. .ss,;moniaIs from persons, some OF wnom are
1900 in Ali parts Of the country
PHILADELPHIA, July 20, 1857.
Dr.R srR-Last Christmss, for the hrst time
!, INV life, was much afflicted by very severe
Cold. with almost constant Cough and sore chest.
"Prsctice makes perfect" the proverb says, hut
the more ooughed the worse did it. By what
I then considered an accident, but now believe to
have been Providence, was induced to try DI ;
Wright's Ter Syrup, purchased from you, enc mo
was greatly relieved In two days, wholly cusp. 49,
ten. It is not unpleasant to the TASTE wnion -
good point. Many years ago, reading NY W
through an old library, came aososs a and
of that Bishop Berkely, who pfopne.'ss .h.t
truly declared, more than century aso, s. !"
sSW sstvard the march of Empire takes Its way,
and among these were two treanes IN "n.oa no 30
.t,oncIv .Svoested the use of Tar, as curative OF
rnsng diseases from Cstarrh to the plague. l
%. then struck with the cogency OF the GOOD
pIsnon,s arguments, and am now sure-from the
.tiesoy of Dr. wright's preparation of the same
r.medy-shat they are entirely correct
Yours, truly,
R. SHELTON MACKENZIE, L. L. D.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-14
GOOD NEWS FOR THE LADIES.

Is whose delicate health makes IL absolutely neces
s,ry them have children, must have sure in
can with perfect confidence and safety DIR. RAPH
AEL'S Remedy. They will thus not only prevent in
crease family but they viii at the time promote
their health because his preventive limo
cent aud SAFE 1t does not interfere with diet
patton 1t operates without sickness exposure and lie
certain in It's effect 1t not only prevents from having
children bu IL will restore the monthly periods, and
improve health. 1t Ladies' who have suffered from
misplaced confidence consult him before they get mar
ried will their bloom, freshness and vigot
YOUTH and enable them enter married NE Win coh
What The Cincinnati weekly Press says on
9th of March, 1862: aredeeidedly opposed TO drugs
and we feel it our du ty to acknow ledge bene-
lit and source when ii for tie relief OF
suffering humanity fact has come to our kZ,owiedge
that ought be promulgated and widely circulated far
benefit of those ladies whose delicate health makes
it necessary to prevent increase of family. About
twelve months after marriage lady Of acquaintance
gave birth daughter, but her suherings were SO
great that her physicians despaired OF her life TINS
made her dread the thought of again becoming mother
She tried everything To prevent repetition oil her
incs without succeeding Two after marriage
again confined but her suferings were SO great
that the child died. and her own life was despaisd Oh
She told by her family physician that she HAD any
more children e feared her life would be the forfeit
all the remedies she had tried before had aiiea
she applied to the Botanic Physician, DR. RAPHAEls
for his Preventive Children. His remedies had
the desired effect; they not only prevented heI from
having children but they also improved her health
THE PURE ALL THINGS PORE" The Botanic ihysi-
clans remedies be recommended because they are
and safe They operate without causing sick
exposure. They do not interfere with the oie'
or occupation They do not injure tn health but they
are certain in their effect Al MEIGGS, MD,
T G PANCOST MD.
His honrs for seeing visitors are from 10 A. NJ. 10
p NJ DAnY,-SUNDATs ExCEPTED-AT AIS East MAhl-
soS STREET fUP STAIRS BETWEEN WILLS AND FRANKLIN
SrREETs, CHICAGO, 1I1ISoIs. Consultation rec, hwo
Dollars He has private consultation rooms for LApIE1
and Gentlemen. Each visitor has separate room,
ranged that the most delicate, refined and sen
stive visit the Doctor conhdentally, without be-
by other visitor
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-14
Female Complaints

Whether in the young or old, married or siD-
gle, at the dawn of wOmanhood, or the turn Of
life, these tonic medicine display so decided
influence that a marked improvement Is soon
perceptible in the health of the patient. Beng
purely vegetable preparation, they are a safe aud
reliable remedy for all classes Of Femsles in ey-
cry condition of health and station of life.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-14
Disorders Of the stomach, Liver and
Bowels,
Hrvsipelas and Salt Rheum

Are two of the most common and virulent dis
orders prevalent on this continent. To these the
Ointment is especially antagonistle, its "modut
ope,nndrp ia first to eradicate the venom and
then coppiete the cure
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-14
Eruptions on the Sln1n,

Arising from a bad stute OF the blood OF chronic
diseases, are eradicated and q clear and transpS-
ent surface resained by the restorative actioueif
this Ointment. 1t surpassess many of the coz
metics and other toilet appliances in IFS power TO
dspel rashes and other dist agreements Of the face
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-14
BAD Legs, Old Sores. and Ulcers.

Cases of many years standing, that have PER
tinaciously refused to yield to any other remedy
or treatment, have invariably succumbed to a .eH
applications of this powerful unguent.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-14
MERCHANTS INSURANCE CO.

HARFF0RD, CONN.
Cash Capital, 100000
GEO. W. COPP, Agent, Rock Island.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

CoUNcII. PRocEEDINGs.-Couneil met
on Wednesday evening, Dec. 23d. 1868.
Roll called. Present, Mayor Norcross
Councilmen, Carter, Vinins, Parker and
Cheadle Minutes Of last meeting read
and approved.
Messrs Abbott s. Brown presented
bill of s25 for printing, which, on motion,
was allowed, and ordered that an order
be drawn on the Treasurer for the
amount.
j. Rankins presented bill of 81 so
for gravel hauled on the street, which
was allowed, and ordered that an order
be drawn on the Treasurer for the
amount.
j. D. Price, Marshall, presented bill
of S46.27, for gravel hauled on streets,
which was allowed, and ordered that an
order be drawn on the Treasurer for the
amount.
Messrs. Patterson &. long presented a
bill of s31 for putting down one six-feet
cross walk, extra length, and on motion,
after some discussion, S21 of the bill
was allowed, and ordered that an order
be drawn the Treasurer for the amount
On motion Council adjourned to meet
on Wednesday evening, at 6 o'clock,
Dec. 30th, 1868.
L. w. DOOLITTLE,
Recorder
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

: SMALL Pox-NHon. Q. Jacobs. late
candidate for Presidential Elector on the
Union ticket. passed down the river on
Tuesday last, on his way to Portland, to
attend the Z. S. District Court. He
states that several cases Of small pox had
been reported both in Jacksonville and
Canyonville- Although cases have been
reported in close proximity to Albany,
SO far this loathsome disease has not
made its appearance in our midst, and we
hope it never WILL
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

PREsENTs.-Speaking of presents,
what would be nicer than to present the
better half with a new cook stove on
Christmas morning? Nine times out of
ten it would be better appreciated than a
set of furs that cost thribble the money
John Briggs has nice lot, which you
are invited to examine as you are look
ing around.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

CATALAN NESTLE. The ssItalian
Nestle" is said to be superseding even
the Grecian Bend, and from the descrip-
ton of it given in an exchange, we are
inclined to believe that this s.style," at
least, will meet with no serious opposition
from either sex. The description of the
ssItalian Nestle" runs about thusly: It
usually attacks young people, and always
in couples. The symptoms are drop
ping Of the head Of the lady till IT rests
on the shoulder of the gentleman, and
his mustache sweeps her forehead and his
arm encircles her waist It usually
comes on in~the cars, on the steamboats,.
and in other public places, and is said by
those who have tried it to be very nice.
Sixty female physicians are practicing
in Roeton
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26
\ HArry CuRlsraAs TO ALL

n HAPPY CuRlsTaAs TO ALL
With this number (issued the day be-
fore Christmas), we greet our readers
everywhere with 81 happy Christmas" J"
May each and every household to7which
the REGISTER makes its weekly visits, be
full of joy and gladness on this grand
holiday-the grandest day Of all the
year, because in its keeping we commem-
crate the birth of the Great Jehovah, the
Savior of mankind. Let each and all
forgive aad forget the past; let by cones
be by-gones; give your neighbor the
right hand of fellowship, and let the
good old fashioned greeting come yelling
up from your heart-s'a merry Christ
mas to ALL Each man and woman
have their faul!s-none are perfect
Therefore it is that each should be as
willing to forgive as to receive forgive
ness This life of ours is short-here to-
day, TOMORROW gone. Man being free
moral agent, makes or mars his own hap
piness. Would it not be well for com
munities, for individuals, to balance
their books square accounts each with
his neighbor, on this day, and with
consciences void of offence toward God
and man, be ready to welcome in the
new year?
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

ALBANY LEGIsLATURE-We were
not in attendance, owing to severe indis-
position, on last Saturday night, but learn
that quite an interesting time was had.
The bill 70 strike out the word '.white'
from the State Constitution, was ably
discussed by Messrs. Rogers, of Multno-
nah, Steely, of Union, Whitney, of Yam
hill, Andy Hill, of Yamhill, Brown, of
Umatilla, and others There being no
quorum, no action could be had Sew
eral important bills will be presented at
the session on Saturday night
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

FEsTIvAL-WEDDING.-Amongt the
other attractions offered by the Ladies'
Festival this evening, Thursday, oath, J
we are informed that one of our most
prominent citizens is to be united to one
of Albany's fair daughters during the
evening, and all those who attend will be
bridal guests, of.course. Hurrah for the
Festival and wedding. (Cake eggspected J
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

CoNyALEscING.-T friends and ac-'
quaintances here of Judge .Wm. Lair
Hill, of Portland, will be glad tolearn
that his health Is generally improving,
aad hopes are now entertained of a full
restoration to health.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

a NEAT EsTABLIsHMENT-
Sanders, Sternberg & Co have one of the
neatest salesrooms in this city, and their
counters present an array of choice dry
goods, &C., not excelled by any. Atten-
tion is called to their late new goods,
just received, which they viii dispose of
at fair living rates.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

O woN.--The Standard published at
Olympia, Washington Territory, says:
The editor of the Albany Register, it
appears, has been betting on the election;
at least we infer so from the following
significant paragraph: :.
$50 OR 0.-S6 won. Make us "see'
it. Cumtux?'
The explanation is, that the 1party OF
first part" agreed to pay S6-double price
or nothing, for subscription to the
Register. We have had little expert
ence in the same line, wh..A might be
epitomized as follows: S12 or 0. 0 won,
and we have ssseen it," to our sorroW
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

THE CELEBRATED FLORENCE SEWING
MACHINES are on exhibition and for sale
at the store Of j. Barrows & Co., Albany,
and are very desirable holiday present
to lady friend, wife or mother. Call
and see them
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

DEAD.-An old gentleman named
Harvey Spurlock, member of the Dunk
ards, aged some fifty years, died during
the night of Wednesday, 23d. We un-
derstand that infammatory rheumatism
was the immediate cause of his death.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

RETAINED-The Trustees of Albany
College will not consent to the resigna-
tion of SO excellent a man and teacher as
the Rev. Mr.. Bushnell has proved him
self to be, and therefore he will be re-
taned as Principal of the institution un-
til the expiration of the present term, at
least
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

lNJURED.-A man named Weise, liv-
ing on the Santiam, was considerably in
Jured by akick, or being thrown from
horse, (our informant was not certain
which,, few days since. No bones
broken, and his recovery is confidently
expected.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

FIRE.-The alarm of fire given on
Monday evening, created no little excite
ment, and some pretty lively running
was done. The aburning out" of Chin
ney at the residence of Mr.. J. r. Bentley
caused the alarm.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

CABINETwARE.-Mr s. Denny, at
his salesroom on First street, has got
up some splendid cabiuetware, suitable
for Christmas and New Years presents.
Look in on him.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

ELEcrIoN.-The stockholders in the
Linn Co. Ag. Association are notified that
an election will be held for seven direct
ors, Jan. 7th, 1869, at the Court House
in Albany, at o'clock p. NJ of that day.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

CoUNcIL PRocEEDISGs.-By the po-
liteness of our worthy Recorder, Mr. L,
W Doolittlc, we are furnished with the
proceedings Of our City Fathers. We
shall continue to publish these proceed
ings 50 long as they are furnished US, for
the ediication of our readers
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

CoLD SNAp--The first cold snap Of the
season waltzed in on Monday night \
heavy frost greeted tie optics Of the early
riser on Tuesday morning, but soon dis
appeared before the cloud-tears, that wet
the face Of nature completely, before the
god of day retired behind the western
hills That's ALL
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

PREsBYTERY.-The annual Presby-
terry of the O. s. p. Church conyenes on
Christmas day, at Brownsville, Linn
county, Oregon, and will continue its
session three days.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

NAvIGATIoN-Wil Willamette is in splen-
did volume, and no lack Of steamers to
this point. Steamers are also connect
ing onto Eugene, and will SO long as the
river holds its present stage.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

Our AT LEBANoN.-We are informed
by Mr.. Claughfon, they intend having
Christmas tree at the Academy, music,
and good time generally, on tomorrow,
Christmas.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

LTvELY.-Business has been very
brisk in our city of late, and those who
advertise their goods and wares literally
have had the cream of the trade. Seas
enable advertising always wins.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

The Pruisian den.t monde have a news.
paper printed on rose-tinted and scented
paper, which is called the Coluaabine.
An Ad. in that paper would be &C.
lumbi-ad
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

PUBLIC SCHooLs.-EVe are informed
that teachers and scholars of the district
schools will be given holidays on Christ
mas and New Years days
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

\ newspaper biosraper, trying to say
his subject twas hardly able to bear the
demise Of his wife," was made by the
inexorable printer to say, s.wear the
chenise of his wife,
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

Misunderstanding are being held
at the Methodist Church in this city
every night, and will continue to be held
every evening through the holidays.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

A streak of lightning entered school
in Illinois recently and took pair of
boots from little boys feet and hurled
them at the head of the master, much to
the delight of the pupils.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

IN ADvANcE-'.Our folks" wishing
to enjoy the holidays like other people,
we issue two days in advance Of the usual
day OF publication.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

When Gen. Grant rose to speak at the
Evarts banquet, in New York, salute
Of twenty guns was fired from min
iature cannons mounted in the room.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

EXPRESS Observation-Disclosures,
Brownsville & Albany Express is discon-
tinued for the winter. Mr.. NJ. expects
to revive it in the spring.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

PRoMENADE-To the ball, on Friday
night, at Parrish g. Co.'S hall.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

Heavy charge Of the light brigade
gas bills
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

Laugh at no man for his pug nose
you never can tell what my turn up.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

PAcIFIo HorE1.-Mr. j. B. sprenger,
the iovial boss of the Pacific Hotel,
has secured the services of that eminent
artist, Mr. Curiey, to sketch the hotel
building The sketch, which we have
had glimpse at, although but partially
completed. will be the best work yet exc
cuted by hr. C. It will be fac simile
of the Pacific, in outline and detail. En-
courage the artist.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

Sixty female physicians are practicing
in Boston
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

Tua TucHE8's SPRING BEps-These
beds have now become household neces-
sites, on account of thciE durability,
economy and comfort, v1hey Will soon
supercede all other kinds Of beds. They
can be seen at S. Denny cabinet shop
on Front street, Albany. Read the ad-
vertisemcnt Of Carter 6 Son in this issue,
of whom all information in regard to this
style of bed may be obtained.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1868-12-26

MORE ABOUT THE FEsrIyAL.-We
are informed that the ladies' managing
the Festival, that comes Of tonight at
Parrish & Co.'S hall, have secured the
services Of the Albany Brass Band, and
those who attend the ssfestivo scene" will
hear some splendid instrumental music,
for the ''bogs" composing the band are
.smusicers, and they will do their ''leyel
best on the occasion. In fact, the la
dies have spared no pains to provide a
pleasant time for all who may attend
and we don't know Of soui who isn't
going
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1868-05-07


AN ACT Making Appropriations for
the Improvement Of the State
Arsenal and Adjutant Generals
Office, and for new building in
connection Herewith.
SECTION l. Be it enacted by the
General Assembly Of the State Of
Iowa, That there be and is hereby
appropriated out of any moneys
in the State Treasury not otherwise
appropriated, the sum Of nine
thousand five hundred dollars to be
expended as hereinafter provided,
viz: Two hundred and fifty dollars
for the purpose Of grading and i'm.
proving the grounds around the
State Arsenal and Adjntant Generals
Office, four hundred dollars for cover.
ing the areas on the north and south
and west side Of said Arsenal with
stone capings and stonc or iron
coverings and for stone or iron steps
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1868-05-07

let thes', lay in the warm san day
when tiist dug.
The best time to set plants is just
before rain, and the last Of May OF
the first of June is the proper season
to put them out, though they some.
times do tolerably we'll as late as the
first of July.
In regard to keeping sweet pota-
toes ovor winter, or sprouting the
plants, in this country it don't pay
for any one to undertake, unless be
understands the business or, goes in.
to it on q large scale, though they
are easily kept until Christmas, by
putting them in dry cellar while
dry and handling them carefully.
In conclusion; if any one with a
little land and time does not enjoy
this delicate and cheap luxury in its
season he deserves little credit for
enterprise or being good li-er.
N Respectfully s.
a. MOFFET
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1868-05-07
CHAPTER l62.

AN ACT to Increase the Duties Of
tho Superintendent Of Public In
structi0n and to Provide Addi-
tional Compensation thereof.
SECTION l. Be it enacted by the
General Assembly Of the Statc Of
Iowa, That section FIVE of chapter
fifty-two Of the laws passed by the
Tenth General Assembly be amended
by tho substitution Of section two Of
this act.
SIC. 2. He shall be charged with
tho general supervision Of all the
county supcrintendents and all the
common schools Of the State. He
shall meet the county superintend-
cnts in convention at such points in
the State rs he may deem most suita-
bic for that purpose and by explana-
ton and discussion endeavor TO
secure y more uniform and efficient
admiration of school laws. He shall
attend Teachers Institutes in the
several counties of the State af far as
may be consistent with the proper
discharge of other duties imposed by
law, and assist by lecture or other.
wise in their instruction and man.
agement. He shall render written
'opinion to any school officer asking
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1868-05-07

ton equally as Objectionable as the
Indian. / refer to the Cinnamon,
or Celestials, who are decidedly
Terrestrial in their tastes and habits
manifesting q decided penchant for
roast pig or fowl, and showing no
scruples of conscience about the
manner of obtaining said dcsirables.
They are not SO filthy and brutal rs
the savages, but less honest and
trustworthy, being all slaves, and
living on pittancc that would
starve 4 white man. Their labor Is
brought into direct and degrading
competition with the free white
laborer, and what is equally bad,
what wages they receive passes
directly to thcir owners in China !;
thus depicting the country Of its
circulating medium. These pig eyed
followers, Of the great Confacius, are
certainly q very sore place on the
Pacific Coast. Added to this,
Nevada's white population is not Of
the most exemplary character, being
more addicted to Faro, Monte, Draw,
and other exciting bat expensive
gamess than to religious exercises.
I Tonce read Of place called Soddom
and Gomorrah, which met with a
serious disaster because ten just per
sons could not be found in it.. i fear
much, that if the thing was looked
into and ten requested TO save
Nevada, she would 60 under. She
has ons redeeming quality, however,
that she is Republican to. the core,
and that is probably what saves her.
Yours truly, F. II.