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The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1869-04-02

The Peak family of Swiss Bell Ringers
are at Charleston, S. @.
There is steady flow of immigration to
Tennessee-greater char at any period for
a number of years.
PUBLIC DEBT--ItEss believed that the
public debt statement for the first proximo
will show reduction of about seven mill
lions.
Brigadier General Joseph A. Cooper. of
the State militia, has been confirmed by
the Senate as Collector of Internal Reve-
nue. for the Second District of Tennessee.
Postmaster General Cresswell has de-
clared that he would not leave one Demo
crat in Office if he could find a compe tent
Republican to fill his place
INCoRRECT.-The statement from Char
lesion that General Henningson is in com
maud of an expeditionary force to Cuba is
incorrect, as that Geuerel is now in Wash
ington.
There is general protest from all parts
of the Safe against continuing the militia
any longer in the service, as Governor
Senter has decided that the expense incur
red must fall upon the whole State instend
of on the counties were martial law prevails.
The Louisville Weekly Democrat ceases
to exist with its this weeks publication.
and it is stated that it ceases entirely af-
ter April in name, AID the Daily Demo
crat will then be issued from the Courier
Journal Office as the evening edition of
of that paper, thus forming a complete
monopoly of the English press of that city.
Miss Mary Grant, of Richmond. Va,
was married in that city on Thursday last,
to a Mr.. Ford, of Goochland county, Va.
1t will be remembered they were the sub
jects OF the article in The Southern Opin-
ion, which resulted in the killing of the
editor, H. Rives Pollard.
The Athens (Tennessee) Post of Friday
says. Numbers of Governor Senter's
militia are said to be deserving. Several
have passed this place recently, making a
straight shirt-tail for upper East Tennessee.
Their complaint is rugged ratiOns and
strict discipline-two contingencies they
say they didn't contract for.''
The cotton trade in England is very dull
and the foreign papers report that very few
of the large manufacturers are running
their mills six days in the week. The
majority of5lha establishments have been
only four or five days in the week,
or The time is generally TO be re
thrse days
rate has passed bill modifying
8afe a Office law. The President
said to be satisfied with this compromise,
suheugh the essence of the law is still re-
d. The harsher restrictions and ex-
of the law are cut off, but the pow
he Senate over the Presidents re-
5vals is not relinquished.
NEGRO PosTMAsrER.-Ch Charles N. Will
der, cOlored, has been recommended by the
South Carolina Congressional delegation
and ordered by the Postmaster General for
postmaster at Columbia in that State. He
was formerly deputy Z. S. Marshal, a
member OF the State Constitutional Conven-
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
ERIE RAILWAY.

rpp GngAT THRoUoH ROUTE TO Thk EAsf
rhis con,pany now control and operate tH ~,
anndred miles of road, extending from N,holh
nsti, Cleveland, Dunkirk, Buffalo and Rochester
to New York. ida,
Il i, of the six feet gauge, nearly a thru Nloei
,har other roads, enabling the company to con-
strnot and use coaches corre'pondingly larger
and more comfortable. Its track has been placed
in thorough repair by the substitution Of steer
r.ils at such points as are ssblecteo 10 Tue sreA
art service, and where the highest rate u speeo
| i, required to be made. ,-u
New aud improved sleeping coaches soooupAn,
oil light trains. They are heated by steam per
fectIy ventilated, contain elegant ana spsGio 1t
Jrsssipr and state rooms, and combine SH W.
modern improvements. a am
Excellent dining saloons are located az cou
vsnient points upon the line, where ample u"
ia allowed fer meals. 49,
Thras express trains daily are run from IN
,.o,,arn termini of the road to New YORK with9t
change, making as quick time as oy any 0'p'
route. ..t. oh.rcssa
miles-and the spscious accommodations o. ,
broad gauge coaches, especially commend III
route 10 families and ladies.
Tickets via this popular line can De oo'a'a =,
at all principal ticket offices throughout y
| country.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

Just opened at AIKEN'S, sign Of the doiaen
p.,,s. Real Thread Laces, of all widths; real
v.eneiepnes Of all Widths; real Point APPLIQUE;
an;nnre. real black thread and imitation 'hreaa
and val.,eienpes Of all widths; real lace Hana-
Rerobisf, imitation lace Handkerchiets oil Ai'
qualities; real lace Collars Of r0la' 'SD's'
suciepnes, Thread, Maltese and Csuny'
Chimisettes, of real and imitation A,0Nc q.
eppes; CAildrene' hem stitched HandkeF0n,'.s
all prices; Ladies' hem stitched Handkerch,e''
Al, pure Linen, for $50, 800, 4Oc, SOC, ooe' zoe
and 81; do corded borders, for Zoe, $780, u an'
si,95. Tow
Tucked Main socks and cambrics, Tides low
el., Napkins, &c, DO. These goods "e'S' Ous1
from the importer at the present price Oh sO'
and are very cheap. Please look at them
C.M. AIKEN.
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Mail Routes.


CHICAGO AND EASTERN MAIL--srrlvs' Ct
4:30 A. NJ. and b;36P. M. Closesa Hzo ~ m'
and P. M.
PORT BYRON MAIL-vis Wstsrtown, usnp-
ION, Rapids City, Port Byron and oordovs'
lie .yes at $40 A. M; closes at S'io A. NJ
and arrives at $40 p. I'd.
COAL VALLEY MAtL--tby oArs) daily, leaves
"A. b., and arrives P. M. Orion and An
dover are supplied by this route
DAVENPORT, IOWA, MAIL-srrvs' o. s:o.
A. NJ. and lO;o6P. M. Closes at r. M and
I0P.M. w $50,
ALRDo MAHL-via Camden Mills, Andalu-
ala. Hdgingten, Hamlet, Perryton, Aiedo, high
Point New Boston, Keithsburg, oqnawka, u
oau..ka Junction, (Ssgstown). leaves daiiJ
hstv.sn 8 A. M, and arrives at 6:ae 7: NJ
Mai matter for Pleasant Ridge, HaHlitt, suf
falo Prsiris, Illinois City, bi1Iy' copper
Greek, and Miersburg, goes BY TINS fouss'
MONMOUTH MAIL--via PRESUMPTION euet
viols, North Henderson, Spring Grove, An'
Riohland Grove to Mon mouth, leaves tues
DAYS, Thursdays and Saturdays ct a. "a
and arrives Mondays Wednesdays ana EF'
dsy at P. NJ. Centre Ridge 10 supphe'
| on Tuesdsys by this route.
CENTRE RIDGE, via Rural, once awsek. Ar
rivss Friday even ing, at o'clock, and leave
Saturday morning. at Q O'clock.
| SWEDONIA, via Rural, twice week. srr'vs
Tuesday and Fridays, at 4:3O P. M, and leave
| Wedpesdays and Saturdays at f;5e A.
This route terminates at New Windsor.
oesos hours from 7.CO A. M. to 500 P. M.
| nmp,naxva nY- fs~as ." ~ h'".
aA~ NJ. B. OSBORN. Post Master.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

PoLlcE IrEMs.--On Friday last man by
the name of John Costelow was arrested
for climbing into The second story window
Of Moores boarding house on Adams street.
He was taken to Jail, aud on Saturday
morning fined $l5 and costs 1t was one
of Johns amorous vsgaries. Inspired by
whiskey aud love he was bound to see his
sweetheart, who was the "help" in the
house, and thus risked life and reputation
in the venture.
Marshall Mitsch, on Saturday evening ar
rested VIM. Jansen for ssssulting John
Lettg, and this morning Esq. Chopper fined
him s. and costs,
Officer Snyder picked up Thos. Houlihau
the other side of Union Square. in deli
ciously picked state, which fact stood
Thomas fine of S. and costs
John Lauston, one OF the Rockford Rail
road Telegraph construction force was ar
rested by Officer Murrin for being drunk
| and fssa q and costs.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

FLOODED Srock.-Otis j. Dimick, the
Basbaw stock evangelist Of this region re-
tprned las. week from visit to Mr.. Drury s
noted stock farm at New Boston. de has
succeeded in closing two important equine
trades with Mr. Drury. He bas purchased
two fine Bashaw colts and two fine bred
colts by his celebrated horse Logan he
has also secured fine Mambr'no orooo
mare together with span Of horses lot n,'
livery in this city. Three of Mr. Dlm'cK l
colts are related to the family Of Basha"
Drury. 1t is Mr.. DIS intention to enter ni
stock next fall in competition tor the hnes
drove Of blooded horses. His stud vii
contain two Bashaw stations aud MamoFino
Morrill,, Blactbird, Abdallah aud baSna'
brood mares, together with numerous youn
| Bashaw colts.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

Bambcreer is Offering double width Beaver
s,ekinrs at $3.50 per yard; Ladies' Fur Sets,
$3.50: Nubias, Soc Ladies' Japan Switches,
a5c. Prints MS low as &c. He invites the atten-
tia, Of the Indies to the winter styles of Sacks,
Wraps, shawls and Knit Hoods, Just received.
Gentlemens Clothing made to order 20 pei
cent, cheaper than any other house in the city
Good fits warranted New cutter
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

Recommendations Woods rendered
his resignation to Mayor Buford on Saturday
last, which was accepted, and he is no long
er member of the police force. He with
drew from duty this morning, and VIM
Murrin has been appointed in his place
Policeman Woods has been upon the police
force of this city for number Of years
and has, we believe, discharged the dutle
Of his Office with general satisfaction. Fl
resigns voluntarily tor the purpose of goinl
into some other business.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

CHARLEY FISHER REpNIvCs.- Who don
know Charley Fisher? What old residea-
ter has not after the stubble and nigritude
of 8 weeks grinding of his face against the
adamant OF labor, come glowing from the
hands of Charley smooth, shining and re-
freshed? Oh riley has moved more boards
in his time. probably, than any man in
Western Illinois. At the late kodmsr
House fire, the old stand which Charley has
occupied for sixteen years together, wal
burned down BY permission of the Cit
council he has erected another 10 the ssm'
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

A Coon OYSTER SrEw.-Thc place to
procure what is so difficult 10 find, good
oyster stew" ia at the New York Dining
Hall, Brady street, Davenport, Basemen!
under Vielies buildings. Ladies and gen
tlemen can there obtain wholesome and
plentiful warm meal possessing the attract
i've attribute of cleanliness at any hour OF
the day or evening. New York Count Oys
tprs always on hand Their card can be
found under the head Of Ito days adver
tisemerts.'
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
no RusxMAss MEM.

We would call tho especial attention oil ou'l-
meas men to the fact that the ARGUS Office does
Ruling, Binding and Blank Book Work, OF every
description. We keep Papers, Envelopes Caro-
BOARD, Tags, and all such stock on hand, anc
print them to order. The ARGUS OFFICE Is tn'
only place in this vicinity whore first GLASS jo'
Of printing can be done--and where it is dom
neat, quick and cheap.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

WESTERN UNION CHANGE OF TIME.-Ihe
following change of time took place on the
Western Union railroad, to Rock Island
yesterday Sunday the 2lst and will con
tinue till further notice. Passengers trains
Irregular arrive GAO p. NJ; depart 8;2O A
NJ. Mixed train, arrives ll:jO a. NJ.
departs $40 p. NJ.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

BEN. II. BARRows ESQ, the we'll known
financial Apollo of the Davenport Democrat
returned from protracted visit to Omaha
Yesterday but did not bring Mrs. Ben under
his arm as it was currently reported he
would Mores the pity
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
Weather Cold and Windy

A forecast of December. 1t is q fore"srhihe 10
those who are thinly dressed to go TO May BIOS
and prepare FIR winter. They have iul' ,.ne
Of Empress Cloth Merinos, french anu Ni
,,oa,os and nil kinda Of Dress Goods, ehlh-
ohi,,.s 40 ner cent lower than any other house
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

REruRSEp.-Mr. w. G. Bond who put
up the handsome bridge to the lslAnd, has
returned from protracted absence in the
East. where he has had business engage.
ment Mr.. B. while absent, put up a draw
bridge over the Cohansie river, which is q
psvipable tributary of the Delaware. His
we'll known character as bridge builder,
keeps him busily employed. He now has
contracts to put up four iron bridges in the
vicinity Of Philadelphia, which he hopes te
couplete during the winter; he will therefore
return ia few days, accompanied this TIME
by his family.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
AT Wadsworth & Co.'S.

just received a large lot of shawis striped long
and square shawls, Paiseley, Broche Misses ana
ch,ldren's wool shawls also Q new assortment OF
plaid dress goods; new styles OF hoop sk'r'S'
cloakings, hoods, nubias, &C.
Also the most complete assortment OF carpets
and floor oil cloths to be found in this section.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

4tA.rpoA ~ SUPERINTENDENT The Omaha
Herald has the following complimentary
notice of Hugh Riddle, the Superintendent
lately appointed by J. F Tracy Superln
sendent of the C. R. [ & PR. R:
"Mr. Riddle is reputed very able rail-
road manager, and has been chosen 10 sue
coed Mr. Tracy on this account, and also
on account OF the fact that Mr.. Tracy 8
duties do not allow him to give that person..
al attention to the details of the practical
| management of the line which its growing
business and Importance demands
1.-The Rock Island is using every means
| for the perfection of it's road bed and busl'
| ness. 1t has had to contend against many
obstacles through the business season now
closing, which to 80 new line, has been
very damaging. 1t has taxed the energies
Of the management to the uttermost. But
the Rock Island is great line, and its
management, local and general, will prob
ably enable it, from this day forward TIC
command its full share of freight and pas
senger traffic between Omaha and Chicago
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
Young Mems Library Association.

The rooms of the Young Mems Library Asso-
citation are open from 10 a. NJ. until 10 P, M
every day except Sundays. A large and wei
selected assortment Of works now on hand
Tickets three dollars, which can always be pre-
cur.d Of the Secretary. msy6dly.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

DENTAL CHANGE.-The we'll known hrm
of Ryan & Abrams has recently dissolved
by DR.. Ryan's leaving and Dr. Severance
his former partner, taking his place in the
hus;ness. DR.. Severance is an old dental
practitioner having been engaged at 1t in
Davenport about twelve years. Our young
friend DR.. Frank Abrams, the junior part
ner, is already fsvorably known IN
the profession in Davenport he
has been some two years in that city and
studied in the Office Of his uncle, DIR. Myers
He is genial, pleasant fellow, happily
constituted to make and keep friends, and
is moreover q skilfal operative and meehan
ical dentist. The new firm is bound to pros
per. They have nicely furnished rooms OF
"a street. between Brady and Main. lhei
card is to be found in another column.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
ODD Fellows

Rock Island Lodge No. 1s, l. 0. F., meets
every Monday evening at Odd Fellows Hall
,outbeast corner Of Illinois and Eag'e Sta, o
n o'clock p. NJ.
C. B. Knox, N. G.
C. W HAMILTON, R. $,
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
r.ooAx COLUMN.
Fr,-.,, Crsrs . line will be charge, for
each ;n.srt;on Of articles under this head
Tsas! Teas !!

NJ Hsrri. i. selling the best Imperial
Young HysOn and Japan Teas '0' saa,-
Innhuts Auction Room. NV
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

LADIES, you can get good, all linen hem
stitched handkerchief at Aiken's for twenty
Eve cents.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

RurENBeoK & Co.--This wall-known
Davenport iewelry firm have recently Ia'o
in their rich, extensive, and unezcept'ona.
bic holiday stock of watches, jewelry, and
bronze and other fancy goods. A choice
selection of coin silver and triple plated
ere has also been received, of most e1qu'.
ate patterns. All manner OF beautiful
",ickers," both gold and silver American
and Geneva make, at prices unusually low
can also be obtained here. Rutenbeck u
| Co. make specially of optical goods
lorpnettes. microscopes, field glasses, spec
tacIes. etc, in endless variety, and OF tn
hest manufacture. Also, fine lot OF gold
headed canes for presents They Will D
pleased to have their friends call and exam
| inc their beautiful holiday stock, at 'hei
store, No. 26 LeClsre Row, Second stree
Davenport.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
Fine Solid Silverware.

A choice assortment of the latest patterns
suitable for wedding and other presents Jus'
received at Rutenbeok L Co.'S, 20 West Second
street, under the Eewcomb House, Davenport.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

THE CuRCuLio.-The death of Benz. ID.
Walsh, was not only q lamentable occurr-
euce in the fact of his services TO humanity,
but moreover, because of the discoveries be
WAS about to make, and the important mat
ters he WAS engaged upon when his death took
place. He sometime since remarked to one
Of his friends, that he WAS busily engaged
in studying the habits OF that terrible fruit
DESTROYER, the curculio. He remarkeds in
his peculiar energetic way, of this pest of
plum cultivators: "Il circumvent that fel,
low yet. I've nearly fathomed his secret and
am in a fair way to deal death and destruc'
ton to his pes,iterous kind, shortly" But
| while he was deep in the study, while his
observations and scrutiny were about to earn
him the lasting gratitude ofall fruit cultiGa.
tors, death interposed and probably the re
| suit of his labors are buried With him. We
would here make what may be supererog
story suggestion to the executors of the dead
| savant,s estate, q recommendation en- which
too much stress cannot be laid, and that i,
that his scientific works, and literary re
mains, be carefully preserved, and submit
ed 10 the revision of some individual eapa
BIZ OF spprecistiug their value and making
proper use of them. They should not b
lost to the world, particularly his discover
les in reference TO the curculio for whose
fearful rsvages there have thus far beer
| feand 40 remedy,
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

Barrett Chapter No. IS, r A. M, meets at
Masonic Hall on the First and Third tuesdays
Of each month.
HESRY BuaeowsR, Fl. ?.
| GEO. L. CARLTON, Sec'y,
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

THE best stock of hose gloves and under
clothing ever offered in this city can be found
at Aken's at very low prices.
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At Rev burger 5.

Come novelties in colored all wool and white
cotton bed and cradle covers at bargains.
AIso, dress goods, furs, millinery goods, Oh
cloths and carpets, very cheap.
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DAILY MARKETS.

For the very latest market reports iron
New York, Chicago and St. Louis, see GU
first page.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

THERE will be business meeting OF the
Rock Island Turner society, at Turner hall,
this evening. Business of importance.
Per ORDER.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

FoRrY Crxrs line will be charged for
a.cb insertion of all articles under this head
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locality. Charley therefore in'ends TO nave
a grand warming Of his establishment Oh
Wednesday evening next, when be hopes 10
see his friends and entertain them, WIN al
elegant free lunch, consisting Of turtle soup
fried sausage, and the etceteis' CAafley
will be the dispenser of the hosp'saiisy'
and he desires one aud all to come.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

AIKEN has q full stock Of Amana hannels
which are the best goods in the market.
Also a large lot Of Sucker tiannels and
Jeans, that are good and cheap.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

on paoroGsApHs.--Ons Of the greatest
,riumphs of art are the oil and water co'o'
photograph. made by the we'll known house
Of Cbas D. Mosier, of Chicago. The ex'
nressou of the sitter is perfect, as the cam
era ia truthful and the color'ng 10
artistic. Mr.. Baldwin, connected WIN
the establishment, has been de',V
eripg pictures to those in this city who
ordered portraits when he was here daring
| the full. Noticeable among these tor 'ru'n
funess and general excel'ency' are the poF
traits ofP l.. Cable and Miss Lucy taoie
Mr.. and Mrs. John Warner and family ~
| R. Gable, J. Silas Leas. Milton Jones' m,'
! McMaster and others. Mr.. Baldwin Will d
here but day or two and is stopping at 'h
Rock Island House, where those deslfin
pictures may leave orders,
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22
READY GLAZED SASH.

TN CONNECTION with my Pisnlng MIL,
L have opened q Ware Room for the sale OF
Primed and Glazed Sash, where will keep CON
stantly on hand Gil sizes of these articles which
| can sell at much cheaper rates than they eaa
be purchased for elsewhere. | obtain my disss
frol, III. MANUFACTURES at Pittsburg thereby
saving the profits which others must pay who
buy in this market All Builders, Farmers aad
others in want Of Sash will consult their own in
ssrest BY giving me = call before purchasing else
where a am sfering upususl indsesmsai. Tor
this trade. !. a. nioo1o> o.
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SALOON FOR SALE.

rTHE UNDERSIGNED offers for sale his Ion &
/ established saloon on the corner of Rock
River and Elk streets, or will trade the came for
team. His object in selling is to move into the
country. The saloon has good furniture and a
billiard table. Apply to
JOHN. STAUBACH.
Rock Island, IlIs., Oct. 81, 1859, d3m.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1869-11-22

Boston and New England passenger with their
baggage, are transferred free Of charge in New
York.
The best ventilated and most luxurious sleep
ing coaches aay- IN 7n u WORLD -&& 40
company all night trains on this railway.
a-The Erie Railway Company har opened
a nav Ferry from their Jersey City Depot to the
foot Of ga street, New York, thus enabling pas-
sen gers to reach the upper portion of the city
without the expense and annoyance Of q street
car or omnibus transfer.
Ssa- The scenery along the entire route Of the
Erie Railway is of the most picturesque and
beautiful character. Admirers of Natures beau
ties, in daylight journey over the Line, will
fnt in it's ever-changing landscapes subjects OF
| continual admiration and interest.