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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
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WALTHAM
WAT CHI ES.

The extensive use of these watches for the last
fifteen years By Railway Conductors, Engineers
and ExpressmeD, the most eHsetiEg of watch
vesrers, has thoroughly demonstrated the
siren 9Th, .teadiness, durability and accuracy Of
the wsltham Watch. To satisfy tha, class in
all these respects lie to decide the question as TO
the real value of these time keepers
More than 100000 # these watcb., are
now speaking for themselves in the pockets f
tho people-a proof and a guarantee If their su-
periorily over all others.
The superior organization and great extent
Of the Company's Works at Waltham, enables
them to produce watches at a price which rem
ders competition futile, and those who buy any
other watch merely pay from IS to so per cent.
more for their watches thsn is necessary.
Th.se tims-pieees combine every improvement
that a long experience has proved Of real prac.
teal use. Having had the refusal af nearly
every invention in watch making originating in
this country or in Europe, only those were finally
adopted which severe testing by the most sAilI-
idi artisans in our works, and long use On the
part OF the public, demonstrated to be essential
t. correct and enduring time keeping.
Among the. many Improvements we would
psrticuisrizc
The invention AMI ute Of . centre pinion OF
peculiar construction, to prevent damage to ia q
train by the hresA'se OF N ain spriugs is orig
mai with the American Watch CumpAnvv
having had the refusal of all other ooutriyauoes
adopted FOggs patent pinion a. being the be :;
and faultie.s.
Hardened ard tempered hair-sprinrs. now
| universally admitted by Wstcbmskers e. bs tn.
beet, and used in all grades of WalIham wstchei
All liWaItham Watches have dust proof caps
protecting the movement from dust. and lessen.
ing the necessity If the fre Iuent cleaning ucces
ssry to other watches.
Our new patent stem vinier, ct kcyless wstrt
Is already decided success, and great in
provement on any stem winding watch IN the
American market, and by far the cheapest watch
ct its quality now offered t. tie pubic. TIC
those living in portions II the United stste'
where watchm.kors do not abound, watches Will
the shove mentioned improvements which tend
{" ensure accuracy, cleanliness, durability and
convenience, mGst prove invaluable
The trademark Of thc various sty les made BY
the Company are as f,l.uws:
AMERICAS WATCH 90, Wsltham, Mass.
ANN. WArCH Co, WalthaIn. Mass.
AMERICAN WATCH 90, Crescent St, Walthau
Mass.
APPLETON, TRACY Co., Wal ham, Mass.
AMERICAN WATCH Co, Adams ST., Waltham
Mass.
| WALTuAg wATCH Co, Wslth,m, Mass.
| : BARTIErT. Wathau. Macs.
Wv. EILEsY, Waltham. Mass
HorE " ATCH Co, Boston. Mass.
Examine the spelling # these names carefully
before buy-n.- Any variation even Of q sing 4
letter, indicates counterfeit.
For sale bv sn lcaiiu- jewelers.. NJ watcher
| retaiIed by the Company.
| An illustrated history Of watch making. con
| tsiuinE much useful information e. Watch-wesr
! crs sent e. any address on application.
ROBBINS g. APPLETON,
General Agents for American Watch Co..
1872 Broadway. New York.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

LUNT. PRESTON & KEAN.
Bankers, Chicago, Gen. Agfs.s
fsbkdeodw3m
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
HOUSES TO RENT.

ONE A LARGE BRICK HOUSE, con-
~ tanning seven rooms and pantry,
good cellar, cisteru and well, situated on a
double lot with stable and carriage house,
also has . good variety Of shrubbery, fruit
trees, grape vines, etc., will be rented to small
family The other, . frame, on Rock River
street, opposite the Catholic Church. rent $40
per month. For full particulars, enquire on the
premises. J. MONROE,
fedI3dtf Cor. Brosdusy and Srd Avenue.
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: . : s 8 q .

TO THE WORKING CLASS--We are no"
prepared to furnish all classes with constant
employ ment at homo, the whole of the TIA or
for the spare moments. Business new hsn5
and profitable. Persons of either sex ea'hy
earn from 4oc. to So per evening, and proper
tional sum by devoting Their whole time TO TIE
business. Boys and giFls earn nesrH as mocn
as men. That ali who see this notice may send
their address and test the business, We make
the unparalleled offer: 10 such as are no; well
satisfied, we will send 81 10 pay for the trouble
of writing. Full IarticIlars, q valuable sample
which will do to CO nnence work on, and . copy
of The Peopie's Lit erary CompaniOn-one of the
largest and best family newspapers ever pub
lished-all sent free by mall. Reader, il you
want permanent, pr oftable work, address
E. C.ALLEN l. CO., AueusrA, MAIZE.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Berlin paper proposes to settle all diff
culties between the King of Italy and the
Holy See, By elecsing Victor Emmanuel
Pope, after the decease of Plus IN. As the
old King is confirmed reProbate, and bis
heirs don't rank particularly high in intel
leot or morals, why wouldn't it answer ss
well to make the Pope KING of Italy2
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

An Eastern paper thinks that PROPOSE
Arlington property, and thus perfect the
Government's title, would not receive twenty
votes in Congress. Don't know about that
a great deal would depend on the size of
the pile involved, and the lady's willingness
to divide fairly with the lobby.
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Uncle JOSh.S
TRUNK FULL OF FUN

Portfolio Of first class Wit and Humor, con-
tanning the Richest Comiosl Stories, Cruel Sells
Side Splitting Jokes. Humorous Poetry, Quaint
PsrudieS. Burlcsque Sermons, N,w Conundrums
and Mirth- Provoking Speeches ever published.
Interpreted with Curious Puzzles, Amusing
card Tricks, Feats of PsrlOr Magic, and nearly
20 Fanny Eugrsvings. Illustrated Cover
Price , cts. Sent by mail, postage paid, to any
part Of the United States, on receipt OF price
DICK 4 FITZGERALD, Publishers, is Ann
y. Y
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RATES OF ADVERTISING.

1or each square, or the spsss occupied by ten
lines Of solid nonpareil, One Dollar for e.eh IL. .
seftion.
Special Notices, 20 cents per line. when In
serted months or more, 50 per cent above re,u
lar advertising rates.
0ommunicatiors, or srtielss inserted amonv
reading matter, IS cents per line
DAILY AID WEEKLY.-A discount of IS pey
cent: viii be made from the Weekly rates, on
yesriy and hall yearly contracts, when the same
matter Is inserted In both Daily and Weekly.
Double Oolumns will be charged Is per cent
additional.
For III transient Advertisements advance pay
mont is required.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

THE NEW YORK D4N-B gOk--
l THg CHAMPION or WHITE sUPREM-
ACY AGAINST TIE WORLO.-A First Glass
Eight Page Democratic Weekly, established in
1850. 50 per year; II for six months Sub
scribe for it. For specimen copies address,
DAY BOOK, New York City
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

British Provinces between the Lake Of the
Woods and the Rocky Mountains, and an
appropriation of 100000 for the expense
was taken up.
After considerable discussion the commit
tee rose, and the two bills, the Army Appro-
priation bill and the Boundary Line bill
were reported to the House.
Mr.. Dickey replied to the remarks Of Mr..
Brooks, made yesterday, as to the use of the
army in elections.
The Army Appropriation Bill then pass
ed.
The Northwestern Boundary Bill went
over Is unfinished business.
The House proceeded to the consideration
of the report ef the Judiciary Committee on
the McGsrrahan claim.
Mr.. Peters offered an amendment to Mr..
Cooks proposition, providing that it shall
not interfere with the rights Of settlers, or
minors, or their successors, who hold rights
under the nited States.
After prolonged discussion the previous
Question was moved and seconded, and the
House adjourned.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

AIKEN at the sign of the Golden Eagle Is
selling all dress goods at cost.
All hosiery and gloves at cost.
All haunels at cost.
All cassimeres at cost.
All real and imitation laces at cost.
All fancy goods at cost.
All beached and brown sheetings and
shirtings at less prices than they can be had
elsew here.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Thirty balloons were sent out from Paris
from the 22d of September TO the end Of
November, each bearing two passengers and
large numbers Of letters. More than half o.
them have not been heard from, and proba
bic never will be. Some of the missing
ones were doubtless driven out to sea and
,ho-a lost
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

O4ICAHO 1NSJKSts
TsIssraphed to the ARsUs.
0uIoAsO, February 20.
FlouY-Quiet and q shade weaker.
wheat-Moderately active and a shade better
than on Saturday; sales were made at 81 224a
/ % ; closing at 81 224aI 274 seller March
closes 1T 81 2Ss.
Corn-Moderately active at 50ts5O3c cash;
closing at sole old No 2 sold 1T 304c.
Oats-Quiet at 4sa4s4o closing At tha 'snge
Rye-F,ru at goo for Mo-.
Barley-Steady st 761.
Pork-Qaiet at 500 50 for cash.
Dressed Hogs-Close at S. 40a8 So
Highwines-weak at SIC.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

An artist skilled in draw poker, has made
portrait Of President Woolsey, of Y ale. on
paper, with a sooty poker. 1t is q very strik-
ing likeness, attracts Z cuh attention, and
now the artist is darwing his poker on other
dlssiug uished New Haveuers
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

tie was evidently not beyond the reach of
consolation, that sad Hoosier widower, who
replied to symashiz;ng visitor, at the fun
eraI of his wife, well, yes-I shall miss
her she was a very expensive woman"
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Thirteen thousand nine hundred and forty
two feet of suneling have been com pleted
thToug the mountain at Hoosac, and eleven
thousand and eighty nine feet remain to BE-
dug through.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Eight years ago the pirate Alabama made
her first capture and an expert ar,thmeti-
clan has calculated that the spe, aches and
documents printed on the subjects since then
would furnish more than full freight for
the pirate and her prize
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

CHoLIC, cholera morbus, cramps, dts and
dyspepsia, are benefited and relieved by
using Renne's Pain Killing Magic Oil. Its
use is safe, as we'll as delicious. Try it.
For sale by John Bengston.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

A VOID QUACks.-A victim of early indis-
"A cretion, causing nervous debility, prema-
ture decay, eto., having tried in vain every ad-
vertised remedy, has single meansof self-cure,
which he will send free to his fellow sufferers.
Address J. ii. FUTILE, IS Nassau st., n. Y.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
Fen RENE.
HULL'S HALL.

ESPECIALLY adapted for Lectures, Concerts
IL and Dancing. This il the best Hall for
Speaking and Dancing in the city. Terms rea-
sonable. Address for particulars, U. ID. wHlF-
FEN, Agent, Rock Island. may2-dtf
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

THOSE who desire to shield themselves
from that fearful scourge consumption can
not do wiser and safer thing than to
furnish themselves with supply of DR..
Bells Balsam of Alpine Moss, a capital cure
for diseases Of the Chest and Lungs. Set
advertisement in this paper.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Be IT REMEMBERED.-Dr. Henry's Root
and Plan. Pills, the great Liver medicine
of the age. Mild, yet thorough. See adysr.
tisement in another column.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

SEE advertisement Of DR.. Butts Dispen>
sAry, headed Book for the Million-MAR
RAGE GUIDE-in another column. l,
should be read by al.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
OFFICIAL CITY g. COUNTY PAPER

An in6rm Bostonian has discovered that
his poor health is consequence of "vork.
ing between meals"
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Mr.. Farnsworsh says that Admiral Port
ers record viii! last forever, Yes, it is one
OF those things which even Decay would
refuse to touch
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

We ask attention to the advertisement in
another column, of"Jackson's Catarrh Snuff
ani Troche Powders good article d&w
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
st. Louis Market.

st. Louis Market.
Telegraphed to the ARGUS.
Sr. LOUIS, Feb. 20
Flour-Quiet; supsrhnes4 oo@4 25;extrs 81 30;
XX s. 65a4 so.
Wheat--Dull; but holders firm No spring
81 81.
Corn-steady at 431s46c; mixed in bulk 46s
4Sc; yellow do.
Oats In lig hit demand, but holders firm at Asa
46 sacked.
Bafiey-Dull; No Csc.
Rye---Firmer; at rs.
Pork---SI9 08al9 25.
Lard Better; ll3al34c.
Highwines-Hig at $50.
Hogs-stesdy; at 6a64c. Receipts 5000.
Cattle---Unchanged; Sac for fair to prime.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Liverpool MARKET.
Telegrzphed to the Argus.
LIVERPOOL, Feb. Is.
Flour--26s Cd.
Corn-3le Cd.
Oats--3s I'D for new
Barlsy---5s.
Peas---S9s Sd.
Whsst-lOs J0d red western winter wheat
lis.
Brsadstuf-Quiet.
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Office
CHILDREN TO TAKE.

AkIIES DESIRING TO TAKE CHILD
Ken 10 bring up, requested to call on
supervisor {. b. Knox, of this ciy { There are
eien' or ten bright intelligent girls and boys
aged from one month TO eight and ten years,
now at the County House for whom good homes
are desired. Full legal rights will be given to
those taking them. For further particulars call
upon Mr.. Bailey OF Supervisor Knox.
decl9-d w-tf
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
C 0 M N { R ClkL.

Rock IsLABD. February 20.
THIs Flour market is corrected at Wsrner's
Mills and the quotations are the ruling prices OF
the Rock island market.
WINTER WHEAT FLoUR-W holessle ......$ s.. So
j." Retail. 40
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
Gold Ill IA.

Btccks and Money.
Tsiegraphsd to the Ansus.
Nav YonE, February 20
Money Market-Easy at 4@6 per cent.
Sterling E1chsnge-Nominsl at s4ass.
Hold-Closed at $l.lls.
aovernments-Steady.
Coupops-6's of 'sl, LII; 5-20's, '62,l.la2
"a, Liz; 's6, l.l2; new, LlOs; '67. l.l0s;. '6s
l.l0i; l0-40's, large l.06s; small LOG.
Stocks steady.
N. Central-q2s.
Northwestern-SOi. Preferred SO.
Rock Island, LIE.
Pacific Mail, 43l.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20
Chicago Live Stock.

Telegraphed to the ARsus.
UHToI Ssoox YARDS, Feb. 20.
Live Hogs-10al5s lower with sales at So ~
~ so
Csttle-Quiet at 12!c lower, at s. 0oa 90 for
shipping grades.
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
CURIOUS, HOW STRANGE

The Msrri.d Ladies Private Companion con-
tains the desired informs alton. Sent free for
two stamps. address Mrs. ii. METZGER,
HAnOYer Pa
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

These bonds are secured, first, by First Mort
gage on the Railroad itself, its rolling stock an
all equipments; second, by q First Mortgage op
its entire Land Grant, being n ore than Twenty
Two Thousand Acres of Land to each mile of
roSd.
The Bonds are free from United States Tax !;
the Principal and Interest are pay sble in Gold
the Principal at the end Of Thirty years, and the
interest Semi-aun nusliy, at the rate of Seven and
Three Tenths Per Cent. per sRnum.
They are issued in denominations of 500,
$500, 81, 90, s., 600 and SI0,o zoe.
The Trustees under the Mortgage are Messrs.
Jay Cooke, of Philadelphia, and J. Edgar Th IN
son, President OF the Pennsylyania Central Rail-
road Company.
These n Nor,hern Paci6c 80 Bonds will at AIl
times before maturity, ne receivable at Ten Per
Gent. Premium (or 1.iOJ, in exchange for the
Company lands st their lowest cash price
In addition 70 their absolute safety, these
Bonds yield an income larger, We believe, than
my other fret -class security. fer'ons holding
United States h-20's can, by converting them
into Northern Pacifcs, increase their yearly in
come one-third, and still have perfectly Telia-
bic investment.
HOW TO GET THEM.-Your nearest Bank
or Banker will supply these bonds in any desired
amount, and Of any needed denomination. Per
sons wishing to exchange stocks other bonds
for these, can do with any of our agents, who
will allow the highest current price for oil mar
ketabie securities.
Those living & in localities remote from banks
may send money, or other bonds, directly 10 us
by express, and we will send back Northern Pa
ci6c bonds at our own risk, and without cost to
the investor. For further information. pamph-
let's maps, etc, call on or address the under
signed or any of the Banks or Bankers employed
to sell this loan. For sale by
FIRST NATIONAL BANK. MITCHELL
LYsDE, Rock Island.
FIRST NATIONAL BANK; MANURAC.
TURERs BANK, Moline
DRvORE SHEPPARD; T. E. ROGERS
4 son, Port Byron,
LUNT. PRESTON & KEAN.
Bankers, Chicago, Gen. Agfs..
fahAdaodv Vim
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-20

Every Certificate gets at once an exquisite
OIL CHROMo and q chance TO draw either of
the above Grand Prizes.
Ssss-Al prizes paid through the
First National Bank.
y. B.-The drawing will be conducted BY
Committee composed of gentlemen noted for
their high tnascial and social position-meu
who would scOrn 10 .end their names TO any but
q fair and honorable transaction. We append
portion # the
COMMITTEE:
The ofe.rs of the National Exchange Bank
The officers of the Bank OF Minneapolis
The othcers ofthe City Bank.
The officers of the Exchange and Savings Bank
of Minneapolis, MINI.
Horsce Thompson, President Fir,s National
Bank.
Hon F. wiilus, Banker.
Parker Paine. Banker.
Wm. Dawson, Banker.
Hon. William Lee, Mayor Of ST. Paul, Miuu.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
F. :. ellison, Proprietor NicoIle, House
Thomas Lowry, Attorney at Law.
+. B. Ames, Mayor Of Minneapolis.
L P. Wells, Real Est.te Dealer.
I. A. Merphy, President Exchange and Savings
Bank.
NOW Is THE EINE.
The remaiairg shares in the Grand Drawing
are going OF rapidly. and will soon be gone.
EEMEMEEE tha; the drawing tskcJ place in
MARCH. and that when the full number OF
shares soli il will he Too LATE TO avail
yourself Of this opportunity 90 buy choice
chrome for 81 and obtain prize worth thou
sands
The perfect fairness Of this great scheme is
fully established, and all who invest are sure of
the worth Of their money in . fne work Of art,
and ch,uce 10 become rich at sn expense Of only
Two Dollars.
f. @. CLARKE. Secretary.
=. Il. SIDLE. Treasurer,
President First National Bank.
EJ- information aud descriI tive circulars,
address the General Managers,
PEABODY & WELLS,
.I9SEaSOLI.. MINI.
febl4-6l2t
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LOO AL NOTICES.
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0SAGE HEDGE PLANTS

BY TIE GOO or I.Ooo.OOO, at the very lowest
rates also general assortment Of nursery
.toc&. For p-icss, address (.tatiDg qusntity),
BARNES BkOS. CO., Young America, War
re- Co LII
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WASHINGTON.
FoRTf-FIRST CONGRESS.
Market Reports.

Reported Expressly for the Argus.
Special to Daily ARGUS.
The Portland daily press., 1871-08-15

The post office was closed from 10 to ~
o'clock yesterday, on account o. the funeral
services over the remains of Judge Davis
The Custom House was also closed from II to
IL o'clock.
The U. S. Circuit court came in at II o'clock
yesterday morning but adjourned immediate
ly to attend the funeral of Judge Davis. 1t
will come in again at 10 o'clock this morning.
The Allan Mail Steamer NestoI ian from Lv-
ersool arrived at Quebec Sunday neon with 81
cabin ard AL steersge passengers.
The ResOlute club of this city are to visit
Boston next week. The Resolutes have made
arrangements to play the colored Resolutes of
that city on Tuesday, the 22d. They also ex-
pect to play the Excelsiors on the succeeding
Wednesday, the Unas CT Charlestown Thurs
day, and the Athletics of East Boston Friday
Yesterday morning officer Cammett arrested
two men, named Qligley and Marcy, for being
concerned in an assault on some brick M kers
on Washington street ON Sunday night. Two
of the assaulted party were badly hurt
The North Stars of Freeport and the Shoot
ing Stars of Topsham played base ball togeth-
er in Freeport last Saturday afternoon. The
Freeport boys scored 80 and their opponents %.
Rev. John Mitchell, of Alabama, "a Yarmouth
boy, we'll known in this vicinity, is spending a
few days in this city. Sunday morning he de
liyered an able and eloquent discourse at ST
Luke's Cathedral, from Psalms 6l:2-.'From
the end of the earth will 1 cry unto thee, when
my heart is overwhelmed; lead me to the
rock that is higher than ]"
Twenty barrels of ale were spilled by the pc.
lice yesterday afternoon.
We understand that the Portland Mechanic
Blues propose visit to Providence, r. L.
shortly
Hale has magnificent CHROME entitled The
Playmates, which comprises the figures of a
child and dog at play. 1t is one of the finest
pictures of the kind ever published in this
country. His photographs of Paris are won.
derful works of art. The chromos from Tur-
ner's pictures, embracing two series of three
pictures each, are beyond criticism.
To-day is the Tooth anniversary of the birth
of Sir Walter Scott.
Hon. Neal Dow delivered a temperance lee
ture at Halifax last Wednesday evening.
The India street Universalist Society have
extended call to the hev. George W. Bck
nell, of Portsmouth, N. H.. to become their
pastor.
A new sheriff jury is to be summoned t.
settle land damages by reason of the construc
tiou of the Portland & Ogdensburg Railroad
The flag on the City Hall was displayed a
half mast yesterday out of respect to the mem
orv of the late Woodbury. Davis.
We would call the attention of our readers
60 tho advertisement of the lhternationa
Steamboat Company, which appears In anothe
column. 1t will be seen that the steamer New
Brunswick is to make four trips to st. John t.
accommodate those who wish to witness th'
great rowing regatta at Halifax.
William Thompson and Fred Harris OF 'ni
The Portland daily press., 1871-08-15

hh STATE fAIR-The Kennebec Journal
says several OF the Trustees and other officers
OF the Maine State Agricultural socie,u u;s;,
ed Belfast last week to consult with ,Ls o;,i.
zens in regard to holding State Fair his ,an
in that city. They visited the park nnh,;a
halls, ETC., and found the location and fac;I;,;.
very well adapted to the purposes of an exhis
bition. About the only drawback is the lack
of sufficient hotel accommodations Belfast ia
so situated that it is conveniently reached by
railroad or steamboats,, and as the fair was
never holden there, an immense crowd would
be compelled to open their private houses to
the multitude. This would create some diff
Guilty and dissatisfaction. The trustees met
the citz.ns at public meeting in the Court
House on Wednesday evening, when the sub
ject was discussed. Quite humber of tie
prominent men of the city we're present and
freely expressed themselves in favor OF offer
ing inducements sufficient to ensure the hold
ing of a fair in Belfast. A committee OF citi-
zens was raised to canvass the subject. The
officers of the society submitted a schedule OF
the conditions upon which they would hold
the fair, and we understand that final an
swer whether they would be accepted or re-
iected was to be communicated to the Secreta.
ry on Saturday.