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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
County Gas Bills,

The gas bill for the county buildings Cor
1873 was $369,50; for 1874 $435 90; for
1875 S614 10. This rapid increase caused
the board of supervisors to appoint COM
mittce, with power to act,and either secure
reduction of the gas bills or dispense
with gas and put in lamps. The com
mittce composed ofSup'rs Kerr, of Black
Hawk, Smith, Of Moline, and krell, of
Rock Island. met yesterday and examined
the situation.
They found that the gas for the court
house is measured through one meter, in
Guiding all the offices and Messrs Ken
worthy & Beardsleys law Office. They
ordered separate meter for X, & B. and
ordered that the lamps outside the build
ing be not lighted.
The gas for the Jail building is measured
through another meter. including the Jail
the county clerks Office and the circuit
clerks office. The bills show that the in
creased consumption is in the Jail building
as the bill for the court house is few dol
lars less than last year. The sheriff says
it must be in the county and circuit clerk s
Offices. The committee ordered a separ-
ate meter for the Jail, and another one for
the offices named. and will try gas one
month more. At the end of the month
they can tell just how much is used for the
court house; how much for the clerk S
Office; and how much for the Jail, By
comparing the aggregate with the cores
ponding month last year, they will be able
to learn whether the bill is increased OF
reduced, ana also just how much is used
in each department, and then decide wha,
to do.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

SrA,vpAKD REMEDIES. 1t is fact we'll
known to ali our readers that few pro-
prletary medicines have achived re-
putation as standard remedies, and occupy
a place in every well regulated household,
almost as universally as the bible and the
family almanac. Foremost among these is
the Merchants Gargling Oil. manufactured
by the we'll known company of that name
at Lockport. n. 1.-a sovereign remedy
for man and beast, and one which has
wrought hundreds Of we'll attested cures.
We need hardly say here what the patrons
OF the Bidde fully understand-that we do
nos make practice of praising in
discriminatory the numerous compounds
offered to the public, but since we believe
the 'Gargling OIL t. be carefully COM
pounded and eficacaus remedy. we do not
hesitate to say as much, Toledo (Ohso)
Btddc.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
Personal,

Hon. s. NJ. Etter, our popular state
superintendent of public instruction, is at
the Harper House, looking on in regard to
the views and doings of teachers, superin-
tendents, book agents, etc,
W. B. Powell Esq of Aurora, the Re-
publican candidate for state superintend,
ant, last year, who was defeated by Mr..
Etter, is also at the Harper House. MIR.
Powellis president of the State Teachers
Association.
There are, also, several gentlemen and
ladies at the Harper who have some prom
iDence in connection with educational mat
tiers.
Probably hundred persons connected
with the meetings are at the Harper, anC
few at the other hotels. This evening s
and tomorrow mornings trains are expect
ed to add largely to the number.
o. P. Arthur, ESQ. editor OF the AledC
Banner, and Mr.. Scudder, of New Boston
were in town to.day-at the Bellows
House.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
I A Shameful Veruict.

A man in Providence, r. l., being drunk,
on Christmas night. got into quarrel with
his wife and, striking at her, hit their babe
and killed it. The coroner's jury returned
a verdict that the person from whom the
father purchased the liquor which made
him drunk was guilty of murder. And the
Davenport Gazette heads the telegram as
follows: "A Righteous Verdict Against a
Saloon Keeper" We call it an idiotic
verdict, and enc that can not stand'i in any
intelligent court. 1t would be as reason
able in every case of murder by pistol O,
knife to indict the man who sold the pisto
or knife
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
What the Gra.gers Have Done,

A careful reading of an article under
the above heading, in this paper, copied
from the ST. Louis Republican will prob
ably change the opinion of good many
people in regard to the order of Patrons of
Husbandry-such people as say THE
grangers are playing out" ''tbey have
had their day." etc., etc. The order of
Patrons of Husbandry, THE ARGUS has
often had occasion to say, is as permanent
as the Odd Fellows and much more useful
to the country and to humanity. Read the
St. Louis Republicans article carefully.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
Cur Congressman,

He starts cut admirably. Last week he
voted for the resolution against the third
term business, ard also for that denouc
ing government subsidies TO persons and
corporations in behalf of private enter
prises. General Henderson, head is We
ry level on the important political ques
tons of the times, and we venture to say
he will always be found on the right side
in word and VOTE Geneseo Republic.
Yes, he starts well. He has voted
Democratic en- the two measures named,
and if he keeps on voting Democratic it
will show that his head is very level on
the important political questions of the
times"
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

STARTLING ANNOUNCEMENT Neuralgia
in the head, paralysis of the brain and
and premature death are very frequently
caused by the use of lead and other
metallic poisons in the hair preparations,
which have been absorbed into the system
In the pamphlet which accompanies the
Egyptian Hair Coldfing, simple directions
are given, by which any one can detect
poisons, 1t also contains report of the
Metropolitan Board of Health, showing
which articles are dangerous to health, land
endorsing the above article, which is the
only safe and effectual article used. No
sediment--no poisons-no stains; is not a
dye-Adress Geo. VIM Southwick. pro-
prietor, New York; P. o. box 1873.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

For SALE.-Four building lots in Hill s
addition to Moline,SO by l6O feet. Also
four business lots 20 feet front by IS feet
deep on Main street near Lynde, Moline
III. Also go acres of farm lands in Atch-
ison county, Missouri, and 100 acres in
Dodge county Nebraska, These lots offer
great inducements to those vino desire to
invest in Moline property and there are
no finer farm lands on earth than the
tracts named above!! For abstracts Ct
title and terms apply to Wheeler, Moline
Ills. This property will be sold to suit
purchasers, or in one lot. to one purchaser.
as may be desired. 28d5tw2t
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
Democratic National Convention,
\ telegram from Washington saws:

y telegram from Washington says:
50 far as heard from majority of the
members Of the National Democratic Com
mittca are opposed to- holding the next
Democratic National Convention east of
Cincinnati Some of the eastern members
want he c,uyeniion held at Pittsburgh.
The con- mi;tce will not be called together
until after the Republican committee have
selected their location, which will be done
on the 18th proximo."
Previous to 1882 nominations were made
by congressional caucusses. The first
Democratic convention ever held was in
1882 (Jackson's second election) and the
following table shows when and where they
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
NATIONAL REPUBLICAN.


REMOVAL OF THE BANKRUPT Dry
GOOD SToRE!-We call special attention
to Mckee. Agents advertisement in an
other column. He intends moving his
stock of dry goods from Davenport to an
other place, and combine it with large
bankrupt stock which he has lately bought
Before leaving he proposes to sell large
quantity of goods, and will have a special
sale for 10 days. All who need goods in
his line will find this the most favorable
opportunity ever offered in this section of
the country. The sale will positively close
after 10 days, 2Sd2t
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

SUCCESS OF THE Rock ISLAND House
CLOTHING SToRE-Judging from the
bundles of clothing carried out of L. Sim
on & Co.'S new store, in the Rock Island
House corner, that firm is gaining trade
every dfy. And why shouldn't they? ?
you;i sand bays clothing, the bes; stock of
gents furnishing goods, hats and caps, etc,
in the cry, Their motto is, we keep the
best and cleanest goods that can be
bought in the eastern markets. and let our
customers have the benefit of it. 23d6twl
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
Centennial Calendar.

The Home Insurance Company, Of New
York, has issued very neat and valuable
calendar for 1876, with two neat cards
added-one for 1877 and one for 1878, On
the back Of each card is printed valuable
historical "reminiscences of the revolution.
The Home is one of the strongest, safest
and best conducted companies in this
country. j. N. Buford is agent for Rock
Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
NERVOUS DEBILITY.

A depressed, irritable state OF mind
q weak, nervous, exhausted feelings
no energy or animation, confused
head, weak memory, often with de-
bilitating, involuntary discharges. The
consequence of excuses, mental overwork or
indiscretions. This NERVOUS DEBILITY
finds sovereign cure in HUMPHREYS,
HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC, No. 2s.
1t tones up the system, arrests di@ehA ~, dspels
the mental gloom and despondenA. nu reiuve-
mates the entire system. 1t is perfectly harne
less and always efficient. Price S, for q package
of five boxes and a large g. vial of powder, which
Is important in DID, serious cases. or 81 per single
box. Sold by ALL Druggists, or sent by mail
on receipt Of price. Address HUMPHREYS
SPECIFIC HOMEOPATHIC MN>JOINR CO.
No. seq GRoADwAY, n. Y.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

LADIES throughout the American and
European Continents haye testified to the
excellent remedial virtues of Pozzoni's
Medicated Completion Powder 1t
imparts to the skin beautiful transparent
wilderness. makes it deicately soft and
smooth, removes freckles, tan, and allays all
irritation. Sold wholesale and retail by
j. \. Pozzoni, StLouis, Mo-, and by Z.
Breunert, Emil Kehler, G. Speidel, and
Benser & Thomas, Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

GENERAL PRESBYTERIAN FESTIVAL
Extensive preparations are still being
made by the young people Of the Central
Presbyterian church for their festival and
pound sociable, to be held in the basement
Of their church on Wednesday and Thurs
day evenings OF this week. Among the
numerous attractions which will add to the
pleasure Of those attending may be men
toned gypsy fortune teller and complete
Gypsy camp. You will also have an oppor
tuniiy to find out your exact weight &C
cording to Fairbanks's standard scales. The
auction of pounds promises to be a very
lively and amusing affair, They have Sc
cured large number Of pounds, embrac-
ing many usefu! and funny articles. These
VIII be sold to the highest bidder regard
less OF value. The state teachers Institute
being in session in this city this week. the
young people have taken the opportunity
| to offer a prize to be voted 10 the most
popular educator in the state The prize
consists of beautiful silver tea set costing
sixty dollars, which is now upon exhibition
in the show window of Joseph Baker S
jewelry store The voting will commence
at eight o'clock on "Wednesday evening.
Admission free. 28dlt
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
New Years Calls,

In accordance with the custom of other
places, THE ARGUS will publish full list
of all persons in this city, Moline and
Milan, who will receive call on New Year S
Day, provided they send them to this
office with their address, They can do it
by postal card through the post Office, or
leave their address at our business office,
opposite the post Office 2t.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

ONE BOTTLE OF PERUVIAN ALTERA
TIVE will remove pimple or skin eruptions.
Two bottles will cure liver complaint, loss
of appetite. or debility, and three to five
bottles will cure scrofulous or venerial
faint, rheumatism, tumors of the blood.
CRUMBS PERUVIAN Alternative is the
greatest tonic and blood purifier ever dis
covered. Sold by all druggists.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Commissions in G hildren.-Accompan
by want of appetite, sallow complexion
and headache, plainly indicate ii e
necessity of using Laycock's Worm
Kille. As medicine for ;children there
is nothing like it. 1t regulates the bowels,
purifies tho blood -"a siroushly oloanses
tie whole system. Gentle and mild, it is the
to druggists. 1t can be bought at any
drug store.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

THE ARcADIANs. a band of colored
singers, originally from Kentucky, will
give one of their pleasing entertainments
in Milan, Thursday evening, Dec. Both.
consisting OF songs of the field, the cabin
and the religious meetings, also few
comic songs for the amusement of the
young people. Those who have heard
this troupe pronounce their singing fully
equal to the Hamptons or the Tennes-
seeans A series Of these concerts will be
given in this county. in the hope that the
proceeds will be sufficient to relieve their
church 1.-THE Second Christian, colored.
church of Rock Island from a debt con-
tracted for it's erection and which presses
for payment. Admission 25 cents. Chill
dren under II years of age Is cents.
REV, A. j. BLACKBURN,
Stage manager.
E. CUMMINGS, Business Manager.
GEORGE GREEN, Ticket agent.
2Sdlt.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Who may Marry, who not; why?
These important questions answered in
DIR. WHITTIER'S MARRIAGE GUIDE,
$50 pages, illustrated; sent sealed for
so cts. by mail. Address GIT st. Charles
street, st. Louis, Mo. Consultation
Free. Call or write.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

The poison inoculated by the bite of a dog
or scratch Of cat is neutralized and ex-
plunged, and the wound healed by the
prompt and faithful use of Renne's Magic
Oil, Keep it in the house in case of
emergency
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

KIDDERs ASTIIAMA fAsTILEs have,
without any putting or extravagant prom
Use, quietly worn their way to public favor,
andnow are affording sure relief to thou
sands. Their grateful odor and quick eff
feet render them peculiarly acceptable, as
the patient is relieved from the most dis
tressing symptoms while inhaling a de-
lishttul perfume. Price 40 cents by mail.
Stowell & Co. Charleston. Mass. 1920
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

New PEORIA DEPoT.-The local ticket
Office of the Peoria & Rock Island Rail-
way has been removed to their new depot
at the foot of Elk street, Hereafter all
passenger trains will arrive at and depart
from that place, one block west of the old
depot. l3dH.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

1t will be seen that in 45 years the Dem
ocratic convention has never been held but
once in what may be called the west, and
only twice west of the Alleghanies. St.
Louis is the place where 1T should next he
held.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

The Commercial Travellers Association
nave their fourth annual Reunion and Ball
at the Newcomb House, Davenport, Oh
New 1eaI'e H. The Commercial
Travellers of Rock Island and Moline are
invited to participate. A general good
time is anticipated. 2Sd2t
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

The cures made every Gay py Freligh's !
Remedy are really wonderful. Magic is
the only word to express the action of this !
truly invaluable medicine. Everybody |
that once uses it experiences relief, and not
only continues to use it himself. but recon-
mends it to his friends. If you are suffer-
ing from Neuralgia or Rheumatism, send
at once tor bottle and try it. Druggists
generally sell it.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

CURE FOR COUGH OR CoLD.-As soon
as there is the slightest uneasiness of the
Chest, with difficulty of breathing, or
indication of Cough, take during the day a
few. "Bro,on's Bronchial Iroches."
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

New RULING MACHINE at The ARGUS |
BINDERY. Paper ruled in any style or
any colored lines Leave orders at THE
ARGUS COUNTING ROOM, opposite the Post
Office. IF
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
THE REpURLICANS

In support of the claim that the next
National Republican Convention should be
held at St. Louis, the following table,
showing dates aud places at which Wing
and Republican conventions have been held
for forty-6ye years past and upward, will
be of interest:
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

For Book BINDING or Ruling, go to
The ARGUS Bindery. No better work
can be done in this vicinity. Prices reason
able, Work done quick. Leaye orders
at The Argus Counting Room, opposite
the Post office. IF
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Your TAXES ARE DUE.-State, county
and city taxes are due. Office over Hong
Kong tea store.
decl5-3m J. r. HUBER, Collector,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
The Neat Housekeepers'

CTOVE DSESSING. NO DUST NO SMELLY
- Always soft nd ready for without dish
and give more elegant and lasting lustre than any
STOVE PoLIsH ever produced. A stove can be dress
ed on delicate carpet without soiling it. Manu-
featured only by b. +. BROWN & CO., Boston,
Mass.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Stop that distressing cold with bottle
of Masta's celebrated Balsam. For Sale
by all druggists in Rock Hand.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
The Weather--To-Oay,

The following shows the temperature
at The ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated bv thermometer:
I A. NJ. zee above zero. 10 n. S2o above zero
9 A. NJ $50 3P NJ. 3To
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Ask for Prussing's WhiteWineViuegar
warranted pure. wholesome and palatable.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

I would not be out of Van Deusen's
Worm CONNECTIONS in my family, Have
used them with wonderful success.
NJ, TREDsTER, Newark. n. j.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Jonas Bear says he will sell new and sty
fish clothing cheaper than any other re-
sponsible house. and that his entire stock
is fresh, new and first class.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

For the incest select stick of underwear
such as scarlet medicated flannel and all
wool merino at lowestprices at A. Leob's.
Jan.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Fluid Lightning instantly cures Tooth
| aoha
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

NEW DEPARTURE.
THE Peoples Line"

The Rockford, Rock Island & St. Louis
R. R., will on and after Sunday, Dec 5th,
run
FAST EXPRESS
leaving every night at $50 p. M, arriving
in St. Louis in time for western and south
ern connections. Making close connec
ton at
BEARDSTOWN
for Springfield and points east, arriving
there
HOURS IN ADVANCE OF COMPETING ROUTES
THE MORNING TRAIN
leaving at $40 a. N. makes close connec-
ton for Burlington, arriving there at noon,
FOUR HOURS RUN.
Connecting at Beardstown for Spring
field, Pana, Louisville, Cinninnati, and
other eastern and southeastern points.
Sleeping cars on night trains. Baggage
checked through, Patronize the .''Peo-
pies route" j. MEREDITH DAVIES.
GEO, SKINNER, Gen'l Pass. Agt.
Gen. Manager. 4dtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

A useful present in the furniture line
can be had at Kroger & Freytag's See
advertisement. dts.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Suberb and handsomeSilk handkerchieis
aud mufflers, the very hing you want for
Christmas, at A, L6eBs. Jan.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

WANTED. $500 on real estate securi-
ty for five years. Apply at THE ARGUS
office. 2S-d6t&w2t
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

The incest and select stock of Mems
Youths Boys and Children clothing cheap
er than any other hou!e in the city at A.
Loeb's One Price Clothier. Jan.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

All kinds of sewing machines repaired
at the Boston Bazaar. 22-d&Wtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

Leave orders for the new Rock Island
House hack, at the hotel office. dit
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
Holiday Goods 4 TOYS

in the city, al prices that defy competition.
Also large assortment of PIANOS IL ORGANS,
by hrst-class makers, including the celebrated Ma
hon, ChicKering Sons, and Groverstien & Fuller
Pianos, and NOgel Lincoln and Estey Organs.
eN- The cheapest place In the city to buy, as
everything is marked down to panic prices.
eH- supply Of the WEED Sewing Machines on
hand 6d&wlm
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

The nobbieF style of the season in
Gents neckyear and general assortment
Of Gent'A furnishing goods at A. Locb's.
Jan.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
FAST EXPRESS

The Rockford, Rock Island & St. Louis
R. R., will on and after Sunday, Dec. 5th,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28
Railroad Time Table.
CHICAGO, socK ISLAND h PACIFIC 3. 3.
PEORIA 3 aocg ISLAM. RAILWAY

GOING EAST TRAINS LEAVE
At 30 q. m. ;4:15 p, m; and 1000 p. m. Trains
arrive from west as above.
GOING WEST TRAINS LEAVE
At $50 Q. m. 9:55 8. M, and $40 p. m. Train
arrive from the east as above.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1875-12-28

. SEQ large advertisement.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1875-06-17

the staple productions of South Carolina were
rice, indigo, tar, pitch and turpentine. In
time, the indigo gave place to cotton. At
one time an effort was made to introduce the
cultivation of silk into the province. The
eggs which were sent over from France to
propagate the silk worms, were Matched whilst
the vessel which was conveying them was still
at sea, and the young silk worms died for
want of food. This was as early as the year
1851, during the reign Of Charles the Second
of England. Afterward, silk was, to limit
ed extent, produced in South Carolina, and
a royal belle of Europe once wore silk dress
which was the production of South Carolina.
TO BE CONTINUED NEXT WEEK
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1875-06-17

SAVING IS WEALrH-One great cause Of
the present day, wisely says an exchange, is a
failure of our common people to appreciate
small things They do not realize how a daily
addition, be it ever so small, will soon make
large pile. If the young men and women
of to-day will only begin, and begin now, to
save little from their earnings, and weekly
or monthly add their mite, they will wear a
happy smile of competence when they reach
middle life. Not only the desire but the
ability to increase it will also grow. Let
clerk and tradesmen, laborer and artisan,
make, now and at once, beginning. Store
up some of your youthful force for future con-
tingeDcy. Let parents teach their children
to begin early to save Begin at the fountain
head to control the stream Of extravaganza
to choose between poverty and riches Let
our youth 60 on in the habits Of extravagance
for fifty years to come as they have for fifty.
years past, and we shall have nation of beg
gars, with moneyed aristocracy. Let gen
Grafton Of such as save in small sums be
reared, and we shall be free from want. Do
not be ambitious for extravagant fortunes,
but seek that which it is the duty of every
one to Neutrality-suspicious. and q comtorta-
BILE home. Wealth, and enough Of it, is with
in the reach of all. It is obtained by o"
process, and one only-saving.