The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-09-22
MOLINE.

The board of education, met on Monday,
evening. Several bills were allowed, and
ordered paid. On motion Superintendent
Gregory, was authorized, to purchase a
piano for use of schools. Board adjourn
ed, to meet first Monday in October.
The colored people of the city were out
in force this afternoon to celebrate eman-
cipation day. A picnic in Brook 8 Groves,
was the principal feature, at which several
addresses were made. Dancing, games
and good music finished the programme.
Joseph Buster and Chas. Olney were
the names given to Justice Mapes this
morning. They were arrested last night
for imbibing too much of the ardent, and
were furnished accommodation at the
"Belknap House." This morning they
were fned IS and costs,for which they gave
security. They seemed to regret the oc-
currence and may possibly profit by the
experience. Officer Teller made the ar
rest.
John Hartzell, Ia Swede) while under
the influence Of the ardent, became noisy
and got into a quarrel with some parties
lon Wells street. He was conveyed to the
lock up, by Marsh Wormley, and ex-Mar-
shal Beardslee. Justice Mapes heard
his case and concluded to fine him SIS and
lcosts. Hartzell would not have become
involved in the quarrel if he had not been
urged on by Hans Larson, Hartzell is
peaceable when sober and nuisance when
drunk.
Hans Larson, the Swede, attempted &c
rescue a prisoner from Marsh W,ormley,
f.bo anA "a M and
under the influence of liquor. Justice
, tory speech, permitted him to 60 unpun
ished. This man is an ugly customer al
times and has appeared before the police
court frequently. When under the influence
of liquor he is hard to control. A good heav!
!. fine would prove a lesson to him. He
2 claimed, however, to be ignorant of tn
3 law, which was deemed sufficient reason
q for his discharge by the magistrate.
3 Bengs't Swanson was so hopelesst
l6 drunk last evening that he had to be car
q ried to the calaboose in an express wagon
10 He commenced frothing at the mouth q
. the calaboose and Marshal Wells atom
= time was fearful he would have tn
], tremefls. This morning he was up betor
=. Justice Mapes, and fined Sc and costs
{ His watch was kept as security. He ha
the cheek to request the suppression {
his name and used threats in case his r.
ar quest was not complied with. He is
ID bright specimen to claim indulgence. III
ARGUS don't make flesh of one and fowl
IN another, but serves all alike. If .peop
"a will insist on making such items for Il
papers it is their fault, not ours.
al The M. Z. Church Conference.
OF Tuesday evening the city was alive wi
w ministers and others attending the Meth
dist conference now in session here. Eve
ed train brought fresh arrivals and by
le. o'clock there was not room for rent
services at the Methodist church were
as an impressive nature and that place
les worship was filed to. its entire capaclt
II Wednesday morning the regular meeti
of the conference was opened by prayt
~. after which, Rey. A. Fisher, of Buc
" preached sermon which was replete wi
II fine SMILES, and delivered in an eloquel
-lv stirring manner The sermon over,
- sacrament of the Lords Supper was a
r. ministered to those present After t
VI conclusion of communion service, the reg
seIs lar business of the conferenced c0mmenc
or but was mostly of routine nature.
%, 2:30 P. NJ. occurred the anniversary of t
no Ladies' and Pastors Christian Union a
4 the Woman's Foreign Missionary Societ
rop These exercises were of an interesting a
The instructive nature aud were observed wi
m close attention by all present. The conf
lch ence is by far the largest ever held in Il
RS. city, and from indications will prove c
ut. Of great importance to the interests
- Methodism. Most of the clergy and la
wn appear to be men who will exercise jul
Ugh ment aud care in their deliberations.
md Tomorrow Bishop Ames will preach
ave the clergy and laity. The church ,
hardly accommodate all who will ate
,ua Unusual interest seems to be manifested
nen the proceedings of the body and its de
rrijl erations will be eagerly noted.
, mr. This evening the anniversary of 81
ont Freedmen's Aid Society will be the featu
be DIR. Rush, j. G. Hartzell, and others
deliver addresses,
=. Tomorrow will be the most import
!! 'n ie day of the conference.
~ The generosity of our citizens 10 exte
'ng e ing hospitality to the delegates is wor
7 ~ r. of note. 1t is gratifying to know that
d. tarianism was lost sight of.