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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

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Pain in the Back, Eruptiye Diseases, Bolls, &c
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1t is now 80 years since DIR. Roback, the celc
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scandinavian Blood Purifier, since which time
thousands have been cured, by its use, OF Scroiu
la and other blood diseases II contains, besides
the Iodide Of Potassa and syrup Of Stillngia
drugs imported from Sweden for lis express
manufacture, unknown and not kept by apOthe
carries in this country A single trial will con
vince the most skcptcal OF its wonderful value.
DR. ROback's Blood Pills are unsurpassed by
any Pill manufactured for n similar purpose. One
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with all who use them.
For Sale by Forbes ~ Gehring.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

will place on sale to-day nice line OF Jap. POP
Inns at Is cents, worth 25 to 81 cests.
Striped grenadinc reduced to l2}4cents, from
IS cents.
Black iron frame grenadines at 50 cents, worth
90 cents.
Black iron .frGme grenadines at 81 and 40 cents
worth Is cents.
Percales worth % cents at and 10 cents.
Low prices on tickings. denms, shirtings
sheetings, bleached muslins, carpet warps, cot
ton batting and feathers.
We are now busy manufacturing bed comtorters
good cotton, good pink, ,ceH made Any person
wanting anything in this line will please give u'
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

The first invoice Of those new goods for the
fall trade has just been received at Megafiins
He says the stock is the best he has ever had
and the prices are down to correspond with the
hard times. Joe says he has no special sal,
humbug, but is bound to sell prime goods at low
cash prices, and we should Judge from the pill,
Of boxes he received the other day that he mean.
business. Examine his stock before buying
No. 20 La Sale street
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

The regular summer closing out sale at the
big double store OF II. j. Gillen is telling vol
umes and drawing trade when the general com.
plant is Of no trade.
The advantage taken of great eastern ard 9th
or low sales, enables this house to sell at theil
apparently reckless rates.
This Is the sale of the season both for guam
THY, quality, and exceeding chc0pness of prices
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
Scott Bros & Co

Have the largest and best assortment OF carpet
in the city. Very few houses In the state cal
show as large stock. The prices on their new
carpets will be as follows
Hemp carpets, 20, %, 30 and 81 cts.
Unicn, 2-plys, 81, 40 and 80 cts.
Super. wool carpets, 65 to IS cts.
Fine I" S5cts to Sl00.
Extra fine wool carpets, sl.00 to sll5.
Brussels at Sl.00, Sl.1O, Sl.24 and S1.35.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

'Bus.-Thc new bus, "Whitc's Hotel" il get.
ting good run OF custom. The excellent poll.
cy of the manager in cutting down prices to
p cents to any part Of the city shows liberal
spirit that the people appreciate. Calls are at.
tended to carqal'y and an order left at Whites
Hotel will bring the bus ,rjtiom fail.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
public Notice.

Again we must state that the large house OF
NJ. Stiefel & Co. are taking the lead in ready.
made clothing. Their eastern buyer is now TAX
ing advantage Of that market which will enable
them tC sell clothing this fall and winter as cheap
. as the small cothicr' can put them in their store
Call on them when in town.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Horse SToLES.-On Thursday night fine
strawberry roam horse was stolen from the pas.
ture OF Mr. ". A. Smith, living ) mile. west OF
the city. The thief entered the barn and picked
out good saddle, moved to another part OF the
barn where he took bride used Only on this
horse. Thence he went to the pasture and
picked out this animal from among others that
would naturally have been preferable to this
horse and made OF with him. The thief was
evidently well acquainted with the place and
the horse, as no one not so we'll acquainted
would have acted as he did.
The horse is described as having white
stripe in the face, both front feet white, and a
splint on the right fore leg near the knee 4
reward Of $50 is offered for the return of the
horse or information that VIII lead to his re.
cOyery
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
Temperance Meeting.

The Monthly Union Temperance Meeting vii
be held at the Congregational church on to-mor
row Sunday evening Mrs. Washington, of keo
kuk, Iowa, will address the meeting.
The same lady will talk to the Baptist Sunday
School on Sunday at the usual hour of Sunday
School service, 12M.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
Rev. NJ. X. Whittlesey breaches at the Presby
terrain church Sunday morning.

During the session of the County Teachers
Institute at Streator, next week, Prof. David
Swing, of Chicago will deliver lecture, on
Thursday evening, (2+thD at Oriental Hall, on
"The Position of the Novel in Literature"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

II you want g. ii all who have them not, want
them good til ,afe lie sure to call on Russell
& Son. They have choice stock of all the va
rous sizes desirable.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

hereby announce myself as the Proprietor OF
a cash grocery house, subject to the patronage
of cash customers, and will sell on and after the
LIST of September, for cash only at full ten per
cent. less than any credit store in the city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
Old settlers Picnic.

Fl. Walther will be on the ground with the best
refreshments, such as hot coffee, tea, bread rolls
and the boss ice cream, lemonade, soda, mead
fruits, cigars &c, sc.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
Fall Stylc

of Silk hats received to-day at Pcrlson Bros. hat
store. Other nc% goods in hats and gents fur.
nshing line viii arrive early next week. Call
on him for bars las.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Twill sell the best Green and Japan teas 70,
less nancy than any other man in Ottawa. Loca
ted in McCain's jewelry store. W. D. WILSON.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

the largest andichoicest stock of ladies fine go
watches and chains is at Dickey Il Sons, wh'
are selling them at greatly reduced prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

ANOTHER CHANGE.-We notice that Mr.. Low
EFT is going into the Insurance Business. He
has already a number Of first class companies
and is perfectng his arrangements for taking a
number of Others. Mr. L. has in his business
here, achieved an enviable reputation as a bust.
ness man, and his new effort will be pleasing to
his many friends
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

That was one grand error when it was said
that Jim Csrew ran free bus from the Clifton
Hotel. He does nothing free and has no intcu.
ton OF 50 doing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

No cigar in the market gives more satisfac.
tion than the Key West, Smith IL Rising's new
five cent cigar. Try it.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

eating and lunch house for good meal, ice
cream, fruits, candies, &c, &c.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

New fall clothing for men and boys. Call anC
see them at NJ. Stiefel & Cos.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
State Fair,

Only 81 cents for dinner at MItchelrs dining
hall, Opera House corner.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Those tin safes at Russell * Sons are selling
very cheap.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

We open this morning Il fresh lot of dress
prints domestcs, &c, and Il large line OF shirt
ings and furnishing goods to which we call the
attention of those preparing for the fail
We also invite the ladies to call and examine
our first invoice of dress goods for the season,
including some black caShmereS that for freight
Cdh finish and color, cannot be erceed at the pr!'
ccs we have marked them.
NeC goo7s daiIy. Please call and see us and
keep posted. Very Respectfully,
w. II. HULL.
PS As we were fortunate enough to make
our fall purchases of Siks prior 20 the late ddydnce
we shall hold them at the old prices as long as
they last, giving our friends the benefit OF the
purchase.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

The sidewalk around the Court House is being
repaired, and the sewer alOrg the south side Of
Madison street cleaned
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Farmers having grist to be ground will FIND
the Eagle Mills the best place in the city, o.
country for that matter. to take it to.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Mr.. A. Frank is now in New York making
heavy purchases in furnishing goods
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

For a dinner equal to that OF the best hotels a
half price, 20 to the lie Bon-ToD.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
State Fair Week.

That wamssutta One Dollar Shirt is the bcs
out, at A. Frank &c Co.'S.
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Latest STYLES Of Hacks, Carriages and Duggits,

To let at prices suit times, Parties Weddings Funerals
PcNic &C. supplied with good rigs short notice, ant
Funerals in the country adjoining towns promptly Al
tended TO- Persons taken and IRON the depots or to IN
country night or day. TT Remember the paceon Mad
son street. the swing bridge. - 49,. -.
June G. iS7i PETER EGAN.
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Advertiser ents not under contract must b, plainly
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ments before expiration of the contract will be chGrg
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publishers OF any discrepancy.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Ottawa, from its location on the canal, its man
ufacturers, and the splendid country tributary
has for many years commanded very large
trade in lumber; the estimated sales for the
past few years being about tenn milion feet pei
annum.
Judging from the character OF our dealers anc
their stock on hand, with the enterprise which
they exhibit, there can be no danger OF our city
losing its prestige as one of the prncipal Lum
Der Markets of Central Illinois, .. ...
Much credit is due to E. f. Percy, Esq, who
commencing business here but six weeks since
has already accumulated a spednid stock o
One Million feet Of the very highest grades o
lumber W hich he is offering at extremely low
prices. His two large yards are located ON eacl
side of Main street just east of canal bridge, anC
more than half million of his stock consist:
of dry clears, flooring, siding, &c. He is alsC
handling the best shingles ever shipped to this
city-being a clear jointed edge single OF even
width and uniform thickness, manufactured by
Drummond & Lewis, Manlstec. Mich.
Mr.. Pcrlcy is an experience dealer, making
lumber sUccalty, and those calling on him will
receive good treatment, and will be benefited by
seeing his excellent qualities.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
Minstrels.

On Monday evening, Aug. 18th, home min
strel troupe will give an entertainment at the
Opera House for the benefit Of the new brass
band. The troupe will be under the manage
ment Of J. e. McDonough, and the entertain
ment Will consist Of the usual misccllanles that
make up such shows, which will be Of superior
order fuller notice will be given next week
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

All kinds Of shelf groceries at Wilson's, in
McCains jewelay store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
The Great Clearing Out Summer Sale
COM EnCES TODAY
AT H. j. GILLEN'S.

His mammoth Dry Goods Stock will be offered at great
y reduced prices every department being full and
plee Having taken advantage Of the late heavy declines
the eastern markets. enabled to place my stock in
the market prices that can't be undersod by any other
house in the city; and, must make for Early
Fall Stock resolved to give prices that can't fail to
he satisfactory. .a"
The Grocery Stock, conducted cash basis, is full
and complete embracing fancy and staple groceries,
ned and green fruit Everything pertaining to rstclass
grocery house always found here and at bottom prices
Goods delivered to all parts of the city
Boots and Shoes immense stock, at prices that will
defy competition.
cordially call prove
CULLEN does only the largest and attract
i've stock III the city, but unquelonaby the cheapest
onv. Jul, o. 1885, H. j. GILL 1N
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19
JOgBING DEPARTMENT.

Our facilities dong all kinds of job Work in the
rious styles of the are surpassed in this section
and we respectfully sot those wishing anything done
to give as call. By udlcous and liberal use
of prAter's ink many mans fortunes been made and
the deld Ia still open Try It.
Orders by mail promptly attended to-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

TRY 1T RI ALL MEANs.-If any Of our readers
have been troubled to make light aud uniform
biscuit, II Is more than probable they do not use
u. 3. DcLand & Cos Best Chemical Salcratus
That is a pure article, not detrimental 10 health
and sure In It's effects. Try il 10y all means.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

For choice brands Of -four, warranted 1000,
the Eagle Mills is the place to call
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Please remember old and young settlers, that
II. Walther has the refreshment stand at the pic
mic, where you can get everything nice and good
at the lowest price.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

For sewing machine needles 90 to Scott Bros.
G. a.,
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LOCAL MATTERS
LOCAL MATTERS.
Livery & Feed Stable
PETER EGAN

Would respectfully to the citizens Of ottawa and
vicinity that he has OF he choicest Livery STOCKS In this
city, at the City Stables, such as the
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Peaches and blackberries for canning, very
cheap, at u. Walther.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Fine suits for young and old, at the People
Clo;hiers, \. Frank & Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Catholic PRAYER Books in all styles a; osnan
< Hapem4n's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

The ice cream, lemonade, &c, summer delica
cies at the lie Bon.Ton can't be beat
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

For the best ice cream and lunch 90 10 II
Naltber.
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ClOthieTs, \. Frank & Co.
California pears, grapes, pums, and German
prunes at II. Walther's.
Serge fox polish at sl.jO, at Child X Phipps.
Choice peaches, pears, new apples, and all
fruits and berries I'm season, at the lie Bon. Ton.
New goods now coming at NJ. stiefel X Cos.
New lot base balls and bats at Walthcrs.
Catholic PRAYER Books in all styles a, Osman
Is Hapemon's
One Of our moJIoes-children's clothing, at A.
Frank * Cos.
Hon Wm. Reddick has given lis block on
Court street a new coat Of paint.
Charley Blanchrd Of Ottawa, was in town on
Saturday; he wants an oficc, too.--Iir-o or
Yorl1iliie Record.
Is il possible;
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Look out for \. Frank * Cos new stock in a
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

Catholic Prayer Books in all styles at osman
& Hapeman's
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Serge fox polish at sl.5O, at Child * Phipps
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

California pears, grapes, p.ums, and Germ.
prunes at II. Walther's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

The best and cheapest trunks in the city at
A. Frank * Cos
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-08-19

1t will take cash to buy groceries at Shaw's
after Sept. LIST
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One Of our motoes-children's clothing, at !
Frank * Cos.
The Morning herald., 1876-01-10
Supplanted by Another.

Jennie June says, in letter to the Balti.
more american, that she knows of one fash
ionable family in New York that spent the
holidays sadly. The story is as follows: A
few years ago an orphan girl was given a
home in household, and gradually came
to be treated as daughter. The wife, in
bad health, went on tour abroad, and upon
her return found that the girl had sup
planted her in the affections Of her husband.
He told her that he no longer cared for her.
and desired separation, Offering to pro-
vide for her maintenance; but she declared
her right and intention to remain with her
children. She does remain, but in complete
alienation from her husband, although most
of her friends know nothing of the trouble,
and attribute her low spirits to bad health.
The girl Is practically the mistress of the
family, and says If the wife chad any deli
cacy she wouldn't stay where she wasn't
koI y
The Morning herald., 1876-01-10
JOURNALISTIC CHING ES

The Wayside, weekly religious news
paper of this city, and the Christian, of
Boston, Mass, are to be united. Both
names will be retained and both editors, DR..
Thos. F. Hicks and H. l.. Hastings, icon.
tinue in the enterprise. The new issue will
be sixteen pages (size of Harpsr's Weehly),
and will be published from Boston, Phia-
delphia. Wilmington and Washington. We
hope the coalition will he successful.
Mr.. R. G. Mackall, who has been editing
the Elkton Democrat for some time past, has
retired from that position, and will be sue
ceeded by Geo. W. Cruikshank, ESQ.,, the
former editor.
E. E. Ewing, the genial proprietor of the
Elkton Whig, has sold out his entire interest
in that paper to Henry r. Torbert, ESQ.,, Ga
relative of Gen. A. 7. A. Torbert, of this
State,) who will conduct it in the future.
The Morning herald., 1876-01-10
HarFied in Fun.

NEW YEAR FROLIC ENDED sERI-
OUSLY.
W YORK, Jan. 9.-Kinderdook, N. Y,
cited and amused over . New YEARS.
which took place there and which has
developed into rather serious matter.
fhlsa party gathered on New Years day
e residence of Miss Clifford and a mock
ing was proposed and carried out. Mr..
school teacher, olticiated as clergy
The couples to oe married we're Mr..
ne to Miss Lizzie Lee, and Mr.. j. Mix
ss Dennis. They are all of very res
lole connections, and stand high Sc
/. A few days after, the young people
Ehe'r relations were astounded by learn
nat Mr.. Cole, the teacher, was a cler
~ In orders, and who years ago had
ne pulpit for the school room. 1t is
'nat Mr.. Perrine and Miss Lee will
oy 'the result of their frOlic, but in
'ner case divorce will be applied for.
The Morning herald., 1876-01-10
Centennial Prepare ra.ions.

For the increased trade during the Gen.
tennial year, preparations are being made
by the P.W. Il B. R. r. company. A num-
Der of first class passenger cars are now in
course of erection at the shops, foot of
Third street, and the building of still more
will continue until the demand is met. Two
baggage cars are also being built, and in ad
dition to the passenger cars, others of a less
expensive kind, will soon be begun. The
Harlan Il Hollingsworth Company has re-
ceived contract for building six first-class
passenger cars. The car shops are now en-
ploying large number of hands.
The Morning herald., 1876-01-10
7. II. G. 4.

At a special meeting of the Board Of
Managers of the Young Mems Christian
Association held on Saturday evening, it
was resolved to subscribe for all the papers
published in this city, also to numerous
others from various places, representing
the different religious denominations; for
the leading pictorial publications, and pub
lications on almost all subjects.
An order for $50 to pay the subscriptions
to the above was authorized to be drawn.
During the evening sixty-nine new men,
b:rs were added to the Association. The
following named gentlemen were appointed
to look after a suitable place of meeting for
the Association, to be taken possession Of on
the 25th of March next : s. r. Ball, j. C.
Coale, and H. Z Conrad. After some fur
ther discussion on minor topics the members
adjourned with prayer from brother Heis-
Ter.
This Association has but recently been
organized, since which time it has already
begun to exert its influence, as is evident
from the large number Of members now be-
longing. One public meeting has been held
with such gratifying result, that arrange
ments are being made to hold series of
them In the different churches of the city
Rooms have been opened and rendered at
tractive by liberal donations of books and
periodicals, the use of which is free to all,
and at all times, as the rooms will be kept
open during the day and evening, Rev. Mr..
Burdick ha,i in; tn m in cha &c. Weekly
prayer meetings are held to " hich all are
invited. The next one will take place on
next Thursday evening. LIT all 60 who
can and thereby aid the Association in its
good work.