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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
NaeVOUs DEBILITY.

MYTH its gloomy attendants, Low spirits
w depression, involuntary emissions, loss
Of semen, spsrmatorrhosa, loss of power,
dizzy head, loss OF memory, and threaten cd
impotence and imbecility, find q sovereign
cure In HUMPRREYs' HOMEOPATHIC
SPECIFIC no. TWENTY hight. Com
posed of tho uOst valuable mild and potent
CurAtives, they strike at once at the root of til
matter, zone 10 the system, arrest the dis
charges, and impart vigOr and energy, life and
vitslity to the entire man. They have cured
thousands Of cases. Price, IS per package Of
FIVE boxes and large 81 vial, which is very i'm
psrtant to obstinate or old cases, or 81 Der ain
gle box. Sold by ALL Druggists, and sen,
by mail on receipt of price. Address, HUMPH-
REYs SPECIFIC HOMEOPATHIC MEDT.
CINE CO., $50 BROADWAY, NEW Yonk.
Chas A. Bsnser sud C, spidsl, Agents for
Rock Island,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

Happy is the bride upon VIII ON the sun
shines. And this was the pleasant sugury
that attended the wedding of Miss Mary lie
Claire, of Davenport, and james S. Gilmore
Of this city, whom we all know to be one Of
our most enterprising and estimable young
men. The ceremony took place at Mr. lie
Claires residence in Davenport, at an early
hour this morning, in the presence of relA-
tives and few personal friends of the prin-
eipAis Of she happy affair, The morning
tram for tho south bore bride, bridegroom
aud attendants away for weeks tour in a
SUMNER cline. 1t is ever thus, brave bach
elors bow to woman's charms.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
LIBERAL REPUBLICAN CONVENTION.

The Liberal Republicans Of Iowa have
called convention for the purpose of nom
Atiug delegates to the Cincinnati convention.
The call is signed by some Of the Abest men
in the State-men who were counted among
the founders OF the Republican party and are
therefore entitled to 9 hearing. They are
to meet q, Davenport, Burtis Opera House,
on the 23d mat.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

SKIN DISEASES.

DERRY's IMPROVED ooMEDoNE AND
i PIAPLE REMEDY.-Ths Skin Medisins
Of the Age. Is warranted to cure ACNE and
sYoosIs, RED. WRITE and MArr.RArxD PIN
pies on the Face Flesh Worms, sealy erupticns
and Blotched disfgurations of the Skin.
Prepared only by DIR. B. G. Perry, DermatoI-
egist, 40 Bond street, New York. Sold by Drug
gists everywhere.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
To sa DON Keepers.

We wish to call the attention OF those
who desire to take out licenses TO sell liquor
the ensuing year, that now is the proper
time to make application, as such licenses
are granted on the frst of April. By order.
2d3t. J. BARGE, City Clerk.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

PEssoSAL.-We were pleased to-day with
the acquaintance of Mr.. c. W. Smith, ges-
eral manager of the D. q. 81. P. R. r. the
p. & K. /. r. X. and Pennsylvania r. R..
connections, whose jurisdiction extends
east to UrbAus, Ohio. We learn that Rock
Island will have chance to compete for the
general machine shops of these roads for the
west sometime during the next ninety days.
Rock Island must have these shops. What
say our cilzena?
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
ALL Right.
q. Il. zARRxa.

Agent for the "0risnssl Tea Co." Posson.
IL in receipt of fresh lot Of the Finest Green.
Black and Mixed Teas;-slso the Black Dragon
Chop Using Tea, which partakes of the Green
Tea favor-aRd, also the Male Berry Java Def
fee, the richest favored Coffee in the world all
in one pound caddiss, or in bulk, in large or
small quantity, at Boston prices and transporta-
ton warranted to give sAtisfAstion.
N. B.-choice Cigars and Tobacco, Candles,
Soap, Matches, Notions, &c. six bars Soap for
25c.; spools, 500 yds. for Csc. dog cheap.
9. ID HARRIS,
Next doos east Of Quist's Big Indian. ON Illinois
Street, Rock IsIsnd. dess-dly
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
Rock ISLAND April, Sd, 1872

Rock ISLAND ARGUS "A regular meet
ing of th e Iowa and Illinois Central District
Medical Association win be held at Rock
Island in the Supervisors Room,on Wednes.
day, April 10th, at 10 O'Clock. A cordial
invitation Is extended to all regular physi-
oians. G. G. CRAIG, Sec'y.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
Tnr adr.ni.ren of n,Inp DooLEYl YsL

TnE advantages of using DooLEY' fsAsT
POWDER over other Baking Powders is Ap-
parent to oil after careful trial. 1t is not
only the mos. reliable, but perfectly free
from deleteIious substances, and therefore
healthy.
For sale At every qrocers
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

Cutler & MArxsOn, the popular Daven-
port dry goods 6rm, have purchased thebuilc-
ing they occupy, and the store adjoining for
$l0,5OO. Il is one Of the ihrifsieSt concerns
Of that that city.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
FOR Moth PATCHES. FRRcKLEs

A ND TAN, USE PERRY'6 MOTH AND
n FRE0KLE LOTION.
1t is reliable and harmless. 1t 10 NO cure all
or pAnscea, but is intende to remove only
Brown Dissertations, by nsutralising the Iron
10 the layers of the skin, which induces them
Prepared only by DIR. B. @. Perry, Dermatol-
ogist, 40 Bond street, New York. Sold by
Druggists everywhere. ap4dw6m
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
ROCK ISLAND TOWNSHIP ELECTION

The election Of Township officers for the
ensuing year passed OF quietly yesterday
with the following result Supervisor,
Henry II. Mayo; Assistant Supervisor,
Erns, Krell; Town Clerk, William j,
Pratt; Assessor, Samuel f. Cooke Collec
tor. Henry &. CLEVELAND.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

GooDwIN, BEHR L Coat No. ia Pine
street, ST. Louis, the enquirer will 6nd the
large and well known establishment Of
Msssrs Good win, Behr 4 Co. manufacturers
OF soap, candles, lard oil aud toilet SOAP
and dealers in Soda ash, caustio soca, palm
oil, rosin, etc. The manufactures OF the
above staple articles Is one which requires
not merely capital snd industry, but eKperi
ence and scientific knosledge which are
only to be attained by careful study Of the
requisites of the business, 1t may be said
that no man thoroughly understands this
business, as Improvements and inventions
in aid Of the manufacture are occasionally
turning up. Call or Msssrs Goodwin, Bspr
& Co. and they will explain this By showing
you that improvements upon such goods IS
they produce have yet to be discovered.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
II sale at every grocer's.

FUNERAL or L. s. ALLEs.-The funeral
Of the late l.. S. Allen is to take place to-
morrow morning, April 18th, ct 10 o'clock,
at the Bishops Chapel, on Main aud 18th
streets, Davenport Friends are invited to
attend.
Union please COPY.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

If you DO nos feel well you send for a dostor
he calls upon you, looks wise, seravIs some
hierogly pnics upon piece of paper which Won
take to drug store and there pay so cent. 10
Sl.00, besides the doctors fee for o remedy min.
times out of ten not halr so good as DR.. Msrse's
Indian Root Pills, which costs but rs cents nal
box. Do you think the for nsr the best, because
you pay the most for it? II you do, we advise
you to use, just as an experiment, the Morse's
indian Root Pills. They are prepared from 3
formula, prOnou by the most learned pbysi
oiAns of our cOuntry, to be the best and most
universal of family medicines. The Morsss
Indian Root Pills cure Headache, Liver Com
pISins. Indigestion, Dyspepsia, Female irregu
larities, &C., aud are put up both sugsr-coated
and plain. Give them trial. Sold by ali deal
srs
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

MILES NIIsoE AND PATTI, THE EMINENT
prima donnas, bear evidence to the SUPERIOR
y of Of BURSErT's STANDARD PREPARA
rroSs for the toilet. So do thousands OF
equal taste and refinement.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

HOUSE, AND LOT ron SALE.-Mr. J. L.
smedlsy is open to sell his house and lot,
situated on Orleans street, on easy terms.
Possession given Immediately. East.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
Cures without sneezIng,

ASS TR0CRB PONDER is pleasant to the
taste and never nNusestss when swallowed in
stsntly gives to the throat and vocal organs
Delicious Sensation Of Goodness Comfort.
Is the best voice tonic in the world!
Try it, Safe, Reliable, and only S5 cents.
Sold by Druggists. or mailed free Address
COOPER, WILSON co Prop'rs
Philadelphia.
Van sehAak, Stevenson d Reed, Wholesale
Agents, Chicago. dec9 dw6m
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

In nun bers there is safety. Itwasupon this
principle that the formula of Judson's MouE
TAIN HERB PILLS was prepared. DR.. Judson,
intending to spend fortune in advertising ais
pills, Submitted his recipe to the revision of
the m Is. intelligent and learned physician. of
the age, md the result is simple but most eff
eaoous nedi eipe-ths JUpsos's MGusrAIs
HEaR PILLS. They purity the blood, remove all
distractions, cleanse the skin of all pimplss
and blotshes. and are perfectly sure and safe in
their operation. The JUDsoN's MuuKrAIs HERB
Pills cure BilliousneEs, Female irregularities
Headache, and many Of the diseases arising
from impuro blood aud a derapgsd digestion,
Use the Judsons Mountain Herb Pills. and
when you have proved thsir virtue rscommen a
them to your friends. They are both sugar
coated and plain. For sac everywhere.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
TOWNSHIP ELECTIONS.

The following are the reports Of the r. :
suit of the township elections yesterday,
received mp to time of going to press:
Rural.-Supervisor, Andrew Donaldson;
Town Clerk, Robt. D. Mcoreery; Assessor,
A. L. sayre; Collector, John NJ. Cheney
Com uissioners of Highways, John DAuy-
vetter, Geo. NJ. Candies and F. @. Killing
Justice of Peace, Lewis Wilson Constable
b I. Wilson Trustee, William Moore
Overseers of Highways, District No. 8, John
Bossold No. 4, William Moore No 5
John NJ. Cheney; No 6, Esbon Allen.
No republican ticket out.
EDGINGTON.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

Ez1lszEl,SS ar6

New York. Cork aud Liverpool. New fall
powered s.sAuihips, the az largest in the world,
OOBAHfC, ANTARTIC, REPUBLIC.
ATLANTIC BALTIC, ADRIATIo-
5000 tons burdsu-B, 900 h. p. each.
Sailing FROM New York on Saturdays, frsm
Liverpool 90 ThurIdAys, calling 9 Cork Hsr
Dor each way.
From ,ho White Star Dock, P.vOnnia Perry,
Jersey City.
Passenger accom- m odAtions for oil classes IN
riyAled, combining safety, speed aud comfort.
Saloons, staIo-rOoms, smoking room aud bath
sooms IN midshlp section, whore least motion 10
fslt.
Surgeons AID tiswArds'sss accompany these
steamers
Rstss-Saloon, $50 10 gold. stssraEe $50 In
ourrsncy. Thoss wishing 60 send for friends
from the old oouu,ry eau nov obtain storage,
prepaid csrtltsAteI, SIS, currency. Pssssnf ors
booked 10 or from all para Of Amsrioa, Paris,
Hamburg, Norwsy, Sweden, India, AustrAliA, 80
Excursion tickets granted at oVsst rates.
DrAfta from 81 upward.
Ror iuforuAton spply TO J. II. SPARKS,
a,ul Agt, 10 Broadway, \. Y, or TO General
Wsstsrn once, 37t wabash Ave. Chicago.
ALFRED LAGHRGRIN, AEI
Agents 10 Rock Island joss BESasToS, Drug
gis,, ". N. JAHvIs. stsAmsoAt Aga dWly
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
and All olsesseE resulting from Colds in
kead, Ehroat and Vocal ORGANS.

This remedy does not "DRY Up" satsrrh
but Lo0sENS it; frees tbs head Of all offensive
matter, qsiekly removing bad breath and head
ache, sllayE and soothes the burning heat ir
eHtSrrh Is "a mild and sgreesbls In its effects
tn at ii positively
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
SWEET CHESTNUT, DC.

The most valuable Timber and Nut Producing
Tree on the continent. 100000 yet unsold. 10
page circular free Send for one. Chestnut Seed
preserved for planting, per pound 90 cts, by mail
postpaid 45page catalogue OF Beautiful Flowers
and rare Fants free Plants sent safely by mail any
distance. Try it. Nurseries established u years
200 acres 9 greenhouses. Address sTORRS, HAIR
RISON q co. PainesYille Lake Co. Ohio
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

wASrEp.-A girl to do hOusework 10 a
small family. Enquire Of Mrs. 2. I. MsEl-
herne, on Madison street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

ladies' who nre suffering from certain com
plants, known only to females, should at once
get DR.. Velpau's Fsmxs Pills. They produce a
most charming effect. Sold by all Druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

TomErIxr.-The celebrated TOilstine is
for sale BY all druggists, and is unrivallsd'
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
MARRIED.

ILMORE-LECLAIRE.-A At the residence OF
the brides parents, the morning of April 3d. 1eI2
by the Rev Father Favin, james ). Gilmore. of this
city and Miss Mary Ii. LeClaire, daughter of David
IeClaire, of Davenport.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
Cleveland Seed Store

b. II. STAIR & CO.. again offer to their old friends
An the public full assortment of Field, Garden
and Mower Seeds which they confidently recon
mend / y all in want of reliable seeds.
send fo Price List, which will be sent free of
char1s b. Ii. STAIR & CO,
March 1879 Cleveland, Ohio.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
CELTIC WEEKLY

The greatest Illustrated Original Story Paper in
America. Eight New Original Stories in first mum
Der. No literary equal to 1t. Agents and Can
yassers wanted in every town and city Of The Union
$40 week easily realized by the sale OF this extra
ordinary Irish and American journal. Specimen
copies free For sale by all newsdeaers. rriee &c.
$3.50 per year. Address NJ. j. U'Leary Il Co., 2. ..
Box 6.074, New York
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

Aid. Shaw, of Davenport has been ap-
pointed county Supervisor in place of JnO
L. Davies, deceased.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
OUyDURANGO.
GREAT sAVIsG TO CoNsUMERS,

And good business for or two persons OF either
sex in Rock Island and adjoining towns Ivy which
you can make from 800 to $3.50 per month with but
little Interference with ordinary business. Articles
as staple as flour or cotton cloth good business
for agents. sure If your whole time is gwen much
larger sum can be made. Club Circulars free living
complete list of articles and commissions aIo we'd
HORTON, BRrNDAGE II Co, 6Il Pine street, ST.
Louis, No.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
CITY.
ofncta1 Paper.
IIs- M.,on'. Challenge Backing.

BETHESDA Mineral Springs Water at
Lanes Harper House Drug Store. 2sd6t
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
ycHN E0OT's BTrTERs.

yCHS E0OT'S BITTERs.
John Roots Bittsrs are a family medicine.
John Roots Rittsrs cure general debility.
it.
Jehn Roots BittSrs cures fever and .Fue.
John Roots fttsrs cures all bilious dis,
eSses-
John Roots Bittsrs cures nsrvousnsss and
headache. Try IL. They are warranted.
JOAN Roots sittsrs cure Indigestion. Try
IL.
John Roots BittsTI sre not a whisky drink.
Roots Bitters for sale at the Harper House
Drug Store. mAy29-deod-m.w,f& vIy
John Roots Bittsrs are sold by all drug
gists John Bengsson, and Emil KoehleT, Rock
Island, ILL.,, wholesale and retail druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

WE RUN TWO SINGLE TEAMS AND
Wv one two. horse team, for the importation
offFsight and baggage 90 And from the dspots
Or 10 any part Of town. Oar wagons are we'll
adapted for moving purposes, witch We will do
A. reasoaAbls rates. We will charge you no
more than drAy, and will do II quicker and
nsuer. Leave orders At Updyks's house, Oops
nmtsry s'shlo' Harper House, oS Rock Island
"'u'S' APTldly
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
ult Trees!!S PIants!e,IsSPSSss55 Seeds

Apple and Crab Roo.grafts best sorts, 10000 $1,000
Pear std xtra w. Bartlett, &c.,3 to # doz 25O
Seeds, Peach, bu., So; Apple, Usage, new, bn, 2o0
Seedlings, Soft Maple, 1000 81; Ash, 50; Elm, 9D
illustrated Catalogue 100 page New Price List I0c.
E. X PHOENIX, Bloomington, Ill.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
1lTY BULLETIN.

cRIoAso, RoCK IsLAID APAoITIC n. y.
Trains leave hosk Island-soISs uAsT'
Dsy EEPrsss aud Mail, sil9 A. M
Rosk Isiaud Aaa.mmaA..i.. 400 p. IN.
Nigh, HEpSsu, lO;SV p "'
eoHa wnSf
D.v usH.u S.4b Q. N.
Nsht nr.,.s,. e:ts .. n.
Resk Island AssOmmodation.
=. Bur.ss JsnsIloa. Leaves Bureau Junction
s.O0P.m. O.S0 .. IN.
The Day Express shd Mail leaving here at
SIS o m, soaasots 81 Bursau junction NJ 1913
.. m, for Peoria.
TAs EiEA, Express leaving here .. 1889 .. IN.
sSanseis ~ bursaa 20 ]; 80 p, N for Peoria
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
JaekSOn'S Catarrh Snuff,
AND TROCHE POWDER.

delightful and pleasant remedy In
CStsrrh, HssdRche, Rad Breath, Asthma,
Roarsensss, Bronchitis, Coughs,
Deafness, &C.,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03
Union Loan Association of
the CITY of New York.
EsTABkIs n ED 1862

VIII loan on 1st-cass property in Illinois so per Ct
on net valuation in ranging from 81 900 to $50
900 Parties wishing Loans will do well by address
ing with description of property,
CHARLES, KAUFMAN DEuTsCH d Co, Managers,
243 Broadway, New York City.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

The service pipe used for interior plumbing may
be OF the kind known strong lead pipe and all
above 4 inch extra strong but no pipe of lighter
weight than this shall, under any circumstances be
used The weight of this class Of pipe shall be as
| follows
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

ROAD.

Passengers leaving koch Island on the o. h.
/. = p. road At s.45 p. N. 20 directly through to
LsAvsnvorth, Kansas, arriving there AZ Al .. m
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1871-1872, 1872-04-03

To ADVERT1sERs.-AA persons Who contemplate
making contracts with newspapers for the insertion
of Advertisements should send to
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1872-08-09

Several years ago, as was travelling
in stage coach It stopped for an in
stant Mt mi Inn door, in a small vii
lage, aud the calm voice OF man IN
rial distress was heard to say:
IA Gentlemen, have eaten nothing
today, and have no money. win
yen sivcu4e q pennyS' He appeared
to be q man about SIXTY, with trav-
elcr's staff In his hand, yet with an
elastic step. and had the steady, I'M
tlaunted gaze Of an honest man.
'Gentlemen." he continued, II am
not usetl to begging; WAS once too
proud but there Is one thing that can
conquer pride, and That Is starvation.
''.rrust in God" whispered an old
man. a. he handed him some money.
"ITere Is something for hecr,' - cried
q sailor tauntingly, as he threw him q
few pennies.
Tie poor beggar stood leaning on
his staff, looking steadily at the bloat-
ed face ofthe sailor, and, before he moy-
ed to touch his gift, replied:
.slfI had been to ale-houses in my
youth, I should not now be walking
twenty miles g. day OH bit Of bread
and drink Of water. | should not
now converse with quick ear and q
clear eye. | should not show you at
sixty-three a step shaken only by sor-
row and want. l should not look up
on you with face changed only by
age and starvation" lie then stoop-
ed to pick mp his money, gave them
all blessing, and proceeded on hi;
toiIsone journey.
The Albany register. [volume] (Albany, Or.) 1868-18??, 1872-08-09
"AELLYNG orr Al COSr.r

We met Muggins the other day IN a
qualaary. He stood upon the street
corner contemplating Il pair Of gloves
which lie held N his mid. Wearcos-
ted him, and asked Why lie thus SOL
EMMY metlitated. lie gave sudden
start. and locked M.
"Ah' a-sh J Dye see these gloveg"
We saw them.
Dye know Snokihgton?"
We knew him.
"Well," explained Muggins, Il was
coming by Snokiugtou's tllis morning
and | saw, stuck mp all over the trout
ofhis store. big signs of-!seIling oil at
,tpaF Thinks to myself, Here's a
rlalice;' and | went in and bnlgit
these gloves and y lnlfa dozen hand
kertlliefs. asked Smokington, was
he selling to me ut cost !. and he said
@ccrtaiply.' icarripd thchamlkcrchiefs
home, aud askcdiiy wife TO hem them.
She asked ne what paid for them; ';
and when | told her, she laughed, and
said I'd been cheated. They were
not linen at all-only cotton-aiid she
could hIy any quantity Of them for
just one half what had paid. I
wouldn't believe her. | kiiew--or
thought kncw-Smokington to be d
man OF honor. came ont and put OH
my new gloves. They ripped. Jones
saw 'cm aud asked what | paid. |
told him. lie laughed, and said I'll
been cheated. He could sell the very
same article for less than half what |
had paid.
Now what | want to know rs
S,nokington Il cheat! Has be been "
ing TO ne!"
We asked Mugglns why he didn't
go down and ascertain? lie wantedus
to 20 with him; and we Went,
We found Smokington very smiling,
and very brsy-cli'tomers plenty, and
goods going OIL at rush; but at
length Mnggins managed to draw him
aside, when he spoke as follows:
Look here, Smokington, old boy
you've cheated me-
"Eh?-clieated, Mr.. Muggins!
Really, | don't see it."
Didn't you tell me you were sell
Ing me these things at coSt9 and amt
you tellingcyerybody SO by the signs
you have got stuck upy"
Smokington smiled and said Ger
tainly."
Well" demanded Muggins, with
immense assurance and Indignation.
'tlo you mean to say that You sold me
those gloves, ami these c9t.oa handker-
chiefs, at cost \"
Certainly"
''Suokington! thought you were
man ofhon0r."
MY dear Muggins,'' said the ira
der, with a smile that was fairly be-
wilching. ''yon don't llutlerstaNGl
tiese things. It's all right. sold yON
just as | SsisI.. OF course | could not
afford 10 sell goods fur what they cost
me. Tam selling nj AT COST TO TllE
CUSTOMER Dye see It now!''
Muggins considers himself enlighten-
ed IN the especial commercial depart
ment Of "Seliing oT at Cost" but he
thinks he shall never be able to put
fill rnufitlnn,., In SmOkinrtOn aV.lin