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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
ARRIVAL OF SERGEANT BATES.

IF any man pulls down the United States Flag,
shoot him on the spot.-stohm A. Dir.
Sergeant Bates has completed his journey
through the south, with the flag, and Tues
day the 14th inst. arrived in Washington.
He was met at Long Bridge by large crowd
of people and conducted to the White House
where he was welcomed by the President.
Congressman Eldridge, of Wisconsin, then
delivered an address from the balcony of the
White House. Congressman Mungen, of
Ohio, followed in short address. They
then marched to the capitol for the purpose
of giving Sergeant Bates an opportunity to
wave the Flag of the Union from the Dome OF
the Capitol of the Nation, but on arriving
there, he was rudely repulsed BY radical Of
ficials. There, for the first time on his jour
ney, was the Flag insulted, and then by the
minions of the radical party, the radical
congress, and at the entrance of the peoples
capitol where every citizen has right to go.
All through the south the Flag was respect
ed-and at the nations capitol insulted and
repuised By the radical party.
Sergeant Bates and the gentlemen who
accompanied him then marched to Wash
ington's Monument, and there, from its top,
unfurled the Flag, and listened to q thrill
ing speech by Mr.. Perrin, of New York.
The National Lntelligencer publishes the
speeches and proceedings in full, and we re-
greet that we have not room for them now.
The IHtelIiqeacer also has long and severe
editorials on the outrage perpetrated on the
Flag by the radicals, from which We cut the
following paragraph:
While we can understand the partisan and ma
licious spirit which prompted these proceedings,
we cannot pass over in silence the outrage which
was perpetrated at the Capitol by the partizan
tools who hold their places under the radical ma
jority. That building belongs to the people, and
was paid for by the peoples money. Sergeant
Bates has much right as any radical senator or
member enter it and to enjoy all its privileges,
and the act by which he was excluded, in broad
day before multitude of citizens, was an auda-
cious wrong which will yet have TO be atoned for.
The treatment of Sergeant Bates exhibits
radical partizanship in It's true colors. The
President of the United States welcomed him;
democratic members of congress welcomed
him the Soldiers and Sailors of Washing
ton welcomed him, but the radical congress
refused to recognize him. He was more
than their standard of loyalty called for.
The flag he bore was, in their eyes, "a pollu-
ted rag and "hsunting he;" it was the flag
of the whole Union, with uniform stripes and
undimmed stars. But this was not unexpect-
ed from the same men who have in a man
ner stricken down the courts, erased the con-
stitution, and who now are prosecuting
their attempts to overthrow an independent
branch OF the government.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

tho senator. Mr.. Grinnell reached his des.
t;nation, but was 80 unfortunate as to lose his
carpetbag on the way containing the papers
which were to be used in terrifying the hon.
orable senator into submission. This being
the case, Mr.. Grinnell had no resource LEFT
but to present himself without bis docu-
mentary credentials, and state orally what
was the purport Of the lost papers. He used
every argument that suggested ITSELF ana
urged the suspected senator to fail not IN
casting his vote for conviction, to which Mt.
Grinnell, it is said, received the following
satisfactory reply: "You may 60 to
manning a place supposed to be in an oppo,
site direction from heaven) with your papers.
T will cast my vote in this case in accordance
with the law and evidence" The reply
made by Mr.. Grinnell, or whether he made
any, to this candid avowal of an honest man,
has not TRANSFERRED; but it said no further ar
gument was used.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

DR.. W. NJ. Garrard, of Lawrence county,
one of the democratic nomine es for state
prison commissioner, is grandson of Gov.
James Garrard, of Kentucky, and son of
Gen. William Garrard, who served under
Harrison as captain of Bourbon county
cavalry in the Indian campaign of 1872.
The St. Louis Republican says he is thor
oughly educated physician, man of 6ne
culture and intelligence, experienced in bus
mess affairs, and capable of filing efficient.
ly and with honor any Office to which the
democracy may elect him.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

While Andrew johnson is being tried by
the senate, that body in its turn is before the
tribunal of the people. The public con-
science sits in judgement upon every step
that is taken, every movement that is made,
every decision that is rendered, every vote
that given. The people are competent to
try the senate, because they know the evi.
dence on which it acts and the arguments
are presented to both parties simultaneously.
And if, in the final judgment, the senate de-
viates from the standard that is erected in
the public conscience and tramples upon the
demands ofjustice under plea of "party
necessity it will in turn be condemned BY
the tribunal which ultimately pronounces
the verdict upon all.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

The organ of the radicals says the city
marshal has declared John l.. Beans side
walk nuisance, and wants Charley to go
ahead and declare many more sidewalks
nuisances. There is no doubt that many
sidewalks need repairing, but we hardly
think the marshal has the power to declare
them nuisances. The city council is proba-
bly, the only body authorized to make that
declaration.
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Boots, Shoes, Leather 4 Findings.

Great Bargains are nov being offered at
the Boot Shoe Leather & Finding Store of
A. j. Swanson, Rock Island H., who has
IN store large and complete stock of Boots,
Shoes, Leather and Findings, which he is
offering at wholesale and retail, at prices as
low as can be found in any eastern market.
He continues to make TO order, all
kinds of Boots and Shoes of the very best
material and workmanship. Satisfaction in
all cases guaranteed. Also agent for the
Grover Il Baker Sewing Machines. Rooms
second floor, over the store. Sewing, EN-
Broadening, and Stamping done to order.
A. ]. SWANSON
ApriI 1. wewdlaw.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

The radicals of Quincy, being ashamed of
their own party name, attempted to get up
so-called working Mems Ticket in or
der to beat the democrats, but entirely failed
On it. No democrat would run on it, and it
proved to be nothing but radical ticket I'M
der another name. The democratic party is
the true working mems party, and democrat
lie principles are the true principles for work.
inc men TO sunpOrt
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

Democratic State Nominations


For Governor,
JOHN r. EDEN, of Mouisrie Co.
sts8aa 's For Lieutenant Governor,
WM.H VAN EPPS, of Lee Co.
For Secretary of State,
GUS. VAN Ho0RBEKE, of Clinton Co.
For State Treasurer,
JESSE J. PHILLIPS, Of Montgomery Co
For State Auditor,
JOHN R. SHANNON, Of Randolph Co.
For Attorney General,
ROBERT Z. WILLIAMS, of Mclean Co.
Fer Representative in Congress- at Large
WIN. w. O'BRIEN, of Peoria County
For Penitentisry Commissioners
JOHN W. CONNETT, of Cook Go.
WIN. GARRARD, of Lawrence Co.
CALNEH FARLEY, of Will Co.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

Seven South Carolina negroes received
orders for corn and bacon in consideration
of their voting the radical ticket The pro-
visions were not forthcoming, and now they
publish card stating that they are eonsci-
entious and will vote with the conservatives.
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Notice.

Thankful TO the public for the patronage
extended to the City Drug Store during my
ownership thereof, and having sold the same
TO my young friend, John Bengston, do
most respectfully request continuance of
the same patronage. / am sure that all
business entrusted TO him will be faithfully
attended to. SAMUEL HiNCKLEY.
Rock Island, April 3, dwtf
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

Gen. John n. Howe, of Kewsnee, dis
gusted with the Ingerson family, refuses to
allow his name to be used as candidate
for the republican nomination for congress.
Gen. Howe is brave and gallantsoldier,
but that is no recommendation, in radical
eyes, when such stay-at-home whisky specu-
lator as Ingresoll wants a life-lease of the
office of congressman in that district
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

Thompson's Glove fitting Corsets, both
white and coloredt; Guimpure Laces, Lace
Collars and Setts, Gimps, Brass buttons.
Dress Goods, the best stock IN the city. La
dies Sacques and Cloakings, Shawls, Kid. and
Silk Gloves; the handsomest assortment Of
Fans ever opened in Rock Island. Their
stock of Carpets is now complete and is BY
far the best in the city.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
New Goods.

Fl. H. Mayo begs to inform his friends and
the public generally, that Mr.. Mills has just
returned from the East with a large assert
ment ofthe finest and most fashionable dry
goods.
These goods having been bought for cash,
he is enabled to offer to the public at the low
est possible rates. -
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

"Show me q conservative said a radical
to q democrat, 'and viii show you trait
or or dupe." "Oh, certainly, Sir, I show
myself to you, and you show yourself to
me- n-Pve1fice
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

A Montgomery paper says the Washing
ton radicals are specializing as to the propri-
ETY. of assassinating Thad. Stevens, charging
it upon the "rebels," and thus making all
possible capital out of the remnant of his
life 4
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&c to the Best,

Go to 70 the Bryant Il Stratton Iowa State
Business College, to get thorough practical
business education, or TO become good
sound telegraph operator. For circulars ad.
dress enclosing stamps the Bryant & STRAIT
ton Commercial College, Davenport, Iowa.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

The number of ofice-seekers in therepub-
ican ranks in Henry county, is very large
and daily increasing.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
NEWCOMB HOUSE,
(LArE LEcLAIRE,)
Davenport, Iowa.
Davenport,

This Hotel, situated in the centre Of the bust
ness portion Of this city and but one block from
the Ferry and Steamboat Landing, will be opened
for the reception Of guests on Wednesday, the
18th of April, 1865. 1t has recently undergone
thorough repairs and extensive editions, among
which is Dining Han 4ox7o feet, Office 24x4o
feet, large, pleasant psriors, sample rooms for
agents, and ample accommodations for over two
hundred guests, 1t being furnished completely
with new, modern styled furniture and steam
cooking ranges, the proprietors feel warranted in
offering to families, tourists and the travelling
public an attractive, desirable stopping place, one
of the best In the west.
PENNIhAN, sIGLEY d CO.,
spriadvlw. Proprietors.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
Early Closing.

The undersigned retail grocers of the City
Of Rock Island hereby agree to close their
respective places of business at the hour Of
8 o'clock, in the evening, during the present
| season, with the sole exception of Saturday
evening, commencing on Monday evening
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
HFgeia.

We are unable to publish all the scientific
testimonials, which have been bestowed up.
on Hotf's Malt Extract, and we content our
selves with mentioning the names Of some
Of the Physicians prescribing this Beverage
rs ueai,b.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
Latest News at Nay Bros.

Cloakingsl CloakingsI! Cloakingsl |!
Just received from New York, nice line o
Cloakings and Ribbons to match. Also, Z
nice line Of Dress Goods, Shawls, &c.
Call and see them. .s.
apl20tf MAY Bros.
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Odd Hellova

Rock Island Lodge No. ls, I. o. o. F.,
meets every Monday Evening at Odd Eel.
lows Hall, southeast corner of Illinois and
Eagle Sts., at n o'clock Pm.
-, GEoRsE SrocxER, N. G..
E. d. sweeney, r. 8.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
q THE HISTORY OF
The War Between the States,

It's Causes, Charsctef, Conduct, and Results,
ny hon. ALEXANDER q. STEPHENS.
A book for all sections and oil parties. This
Accordingly interesting book By .'rHE GREAT
srArEsxAs' Of the South, presents the most
complete and impartial analysis Of tie causes of
the war which has ever appeared from South
ern pen which il treats without party bias, and
with such moderation and ability as to command
the respect Of all, 1t should be read BY every
body. s. ". HARRIS,
Illinois Street, Rock Island,
AGENT for Rock Island County.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

1t is believed that Thomas F. Davenport,
of Orion, will be nominated as the republi-
can candidate for circuit clerk, of Henry
county. The convention meets on Monday,
Mt Cambridge
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
spl24d3i
Boarding House.

A few gentlemen can End boarding on
Orleans street, at Mrs. Harrold's, in Eggles
tons Row, opposite the Court House.
apl2l -d3t
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

The escape of Col. Grenfel from the Dry
Tortuoas took place in the night between
the 6th and 7th Of March. The colonel
managed to take along with him three other
nr;soners and one of the soldiers who were
On guard. II il supposed that the colonel
in some way managed to bride the guard to
desert, and to aid him and the other three
prisoners to escape. As soon as the escape
was discovered the United States steamer
Bib was sent out in search of the fugitives,
but she failed to find any trace of them. On
the night of the escape it was blowing gale,
and as the boat which they took was but
small and in bad condition, il is paobable
that they all persisted. 5f sr7
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

Barrett Chapter No. l6,R. A. NJ. meets at
Masonic Hall on the First and Third Tues
days of each month.
J. l.. RAMSEY, Fl. P.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

The Merry BARGE WHEArIN LIVERPOOL.
AS many of our readers have followed the
accounts of Mr.. Merry's enterprise of send
ing wheat from Dubuque to Liverpool by
water, they will be interested in reading the
following from the Dubuque Herald:
On the. 2lst of November Mr.. Merry left
Dubuque, with a cargo of wheat destined for
Liverpool in bulk. Mr.. Merry had faith in
the river route, and determined to test it at
his own expense and risk. We all remsm-
Der with what increduGty his enterprise was
received, by some here, and by many every
where. He succeeded, Notwithstanding
the perils incident to the lateness Of the
season, in reaching New Or
leans, and finally, in February, had the grain
transferred from his elevating barges to the
hold of an English ship, and the cargo was
well under way for Liverpool.
Mr.. Merry received by mail, information
that his wheat arrived at Liverpool on the
2lst inst, safe and in good condition. The
peril of the voyage is passed, and now there
remains but to sell and pocket the profits
We have made some figures, based upon
the market reports of the dates mentioned,
| which will give some idea of what these pro-
fits may be. :,
When the Ocean Wave left Dubuque with
her cargo, wheat was worth about $3.50, be-
inc 81 so in Chicago. The freight to Chi.
per bushel, loss on wheat purchased in
Merry, and Mr.. Siller, who joined in the en-
terprise of shipping to Liverpool, bought to
ship by way of eastern markets, and not
H. &c ,frnsa IN, GhsnanA olavatnrS
When their wheat arrived in Liverpool, i,
was worth about $3.50 per bushel. Say the
freight from Dubuque to New Orleans was
forty cents, and from New Orleans to Liver
pool thirty cents. The cost and freight
charges, with other expenses, did not exceed
| from $3.50 to $3.50 per bushel.
Since the establishment of the feasibility
of river and oceanic routes, from the west
| freight charges have been greatly reduced
and never were cheaper than now. 1ester
day Mr.. Merry appeared on Change and
proposed to take grain in bulk to st. Louis
at twelve and half cents per one hundred
pounds.
The Herald further says that owing to the
success of Mr. Merry's enterprise, wheat i:
to-day selling for only five cents less in Du
qubue than it does in Chicago. For the same
reason china ware hardware of all kinds
and other imported goods are selling at5oee,
prices in Dubuque than they are in Chicago
Do not these things continually suggest tc
| people of the west, the vital importance O
| awaiting themselves of the vast advantage!
| altered them by the Great Natural Highway
that washes its way to the gulf.
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Wanted.

A few day boarders at Mrs. Pierce's
Boarding House, east corner of Buffalo and
Orleans streets. diff
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LOCAL COLUMN.
Az Wsdsvcrsh'.

FIFTEEN CEsrs line will be charged fol
each insertion of articles under this head.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24


Avery, Bergen, Hollick, Stat Island,
Batter, Yaphank, Holeomb, New York,
Biglow, New York, HAVE, Boston, r.,
Blecken, Redwing, Hull, New York,
Brooks, New York, Lowenthal, New York,
Buck. Lafayette, Loomis, New York,
Game, Redwing, Mitchell, New York
Carey, New York, Willard, New York,
Chauveau, New York ,Roderer, New York,
Clohs, Newbure, Reichert, Brooklyn,
COX, New York, Rupprecht.N New York
Comstock, st. Louis, Sehwsss, New York
Corey, Brooklyn, Schaffer, Brooklyn,
Cosard, Jersey City, Sell, New York,
Crane, New York, Sheville, New York,
Crane, Elizabeth, Schucking. Wash.
Detmold, New York, Sinz, Freelandsvile,
Dllthy, Williamsburg, Smith, New York,
Elliott, New York, Stutzer, W'bury,
Fraser New York, Taylor, New York,
Fresch. New York, Teller, New Yorp.
friedrich, New York, Thomson, New York,
Gardiner, Brooklyn, Tobias, New ORR,
Goodwille, New York, Van Buren,. Albany,
Gordon. Boston, Vaughan. New York,
Go,,lden. New York, Warner, New York,
Halbut, New York, Weber, New lork,
Hart, N. Britain, Nescott, New 1ork,
Hart, New York, Wescost, Elizabeth,
Sold everywhere. t--.. +
o. GRorJAN, Agent,
Rock Island.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
BRICk YARD For RENT,

THE UNDERSIGNED have q Brick Yard,
i near the one which they nov using,
which they wish to rent, furnished or unfurnished
c. ATKINSON SONS.
Rock Island, April 8, diff.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
ENERGY BRICK,

A TKINsoN, MURDOCH a CO., viii sell
II Brick, delivered, for eight dollar. per
Thousand, and are prepared to make contracts for
any amount ct eleven dollars Per thousand, in
be wall. buildsTe meas urenent. janTdtf.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
America. (WaIthan) Watches.

THE BEsTl THE CHEAPEST
Recommended by Railway Conductors Hn-
gineers, and Expressmen the most eracting class
of wearers as superior to all others for strength,
stesdiness, accuracy. and durability.
Unscrupulous dealers occasionally cell worth
less swiss imitation. To avoid imposition, buy
or. should invariably demand acerti6eate Of gen.
uineness- -ta
For sale by all respectable dealers.
Ask for . WALTHAM Watch, and take No
ether. 1
IT Is THE BEST,
mch2odam. IT Is THE CHEAPEST
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

SUIcIDE.-On Monday morning last the
dead body Of young man named Esau
Pope was found lying in field belonging
to Jas. F. Bonham A bullet-hole was dis
covered in his forehead, and a four barrelled
revolver lying near. No reason could be
discovered for the commission Of the rash
act, and it is supposed that it was done while
laboring under fit of depression Of spirits
to which he was subject. On his person
was found 1878 in money, and several 9TH
err articles OF little value. The funeral ser
vice of the deceased were held in the meth
odist church on Tuesday afternoon. Gdtca
Chief, april 22d.
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FOR SALE.

7 OFFER FOR SALE MY LOT AND BRICK
L Saloon, the east side Of Market Square,
formerly occupied auction room. The To-
cation lie one Of the best in town.
JOB ROSS.
Rock Island April IL diff
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UNITED STATES BONDS,
MONEY L0ST..saO REWARD,

MONEI L0ST..S2U REWARD
T OST, ON SUNDAY, wallet containing abou.
IL 1895 or S240 in money-among IL q one
hundred dollar bill. two ffties, balance in fves.
The wallet was dark leather with rubber band.
IL must have been lost between corner of Orleans
and Arsenal streets, Rock Island, and ST. An
thongs church, in Dsvenport-perhspso on the
ferry boat. The finder will receive SO reward
on returning it to me or to Father McElherne,
Rock Island.
MRS. MULVANEY,
Corner Arsenal and Orleans Sts.,
apr2odw1w. Rock Island
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

The Cincinnati Enquirer is quite severe
upon the Cook county delegationin our state
convention for voting against laying the
minority report of Col. Dickey, declining to
instruct for Pendleton) On the table, when
the convention which appointed them dele.
gates had unanimously instructed them for
Pendleton. The Chicago Times also de-
nounces the act as "gross and scandalous
perhdy." The Times also says
There was another case in the state conven-
ton of disobedience of the popular will quite as
marked as that of Cook county. The leader of
opposition to Mr. Pendleton had made the foht
AT nome, and was delegate OF Sprin gfeld under
q resolution OF his own county convention, which
ne nad there unsuccessfnliy opposed, declaring
lot Mr. PendletOn. It will be lamentable indaeS
"heh democrats, intrusted by their party orean
Win important trusts, shall be SO affected
Dy the prevailing public decentralization as to
tue
This has reference to the LaSalle county
delegation and the,,action of Col Dickey' VINO
was, with the delegation from his coun,'
instructed to 60 for Pendieson' l. rays
Dickey out cold. No democrat Is pig
enough to disobey his party and retain its
confidence and support.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24

g A rather good story has leaked out in
which the principal actors were Senator
Grimes, of lows, and Mr.. Grinnell, ex mem.
Der of congress from that state. The couree of
Senator Grimes, it appears, was not entirely
satisfactory to his radical constituents, and
they began to entertain fears that hewould, as
shey expressed it, 60 back upon them," in
The impeachment trial. So they prepared
budget of documents with view to cor
rection of his supposed divergence from the
radical path, and entrusted it to Mr.. Grin
nell to take to Washington and lay before
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
METEOROLOGICAL OBSERVATIONS

Taken Mt Post Hospital, Rock Island Arsenal, fc
Pas. the week ending April %, 1868.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-04-24
FOR SALE.

A LOT OF SHELVING, Drawers and Counters,
"A in good condition. Enquire of
apr20dtf. A. +. CUTTER.
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FOR RENT.

TNHE ROOM formerly occupied by the Library
l. Association. now occupied by S. u. Harria
Sc a tea store. Enquire of
apr90dtf. A. F. CUTTER