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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
TIE MYSTIC EEEwE.
Proclamation of Rex Carnival at Memphis

MEMPHIS, Jan, 7.--Procamation by
| the king of the carnival:
BE it known that we, king of the earn
ival and sovereign ruler of the realms of
m;rth, folly and relaxation, will celebrate
| the anniversary Of our nineteenth centen-
niai in ocr loyal city of Memphis; and
that we may be received with becoming
spiendor. we hereby proclaim our royal
will
Attended by our armies and navies, by
our high dignitaries of state, by our house
hold guards, by harlequin aud pantalool:
and their fun loving hosts, we will receive
the keys of our city from our loyal mayor
at high noon, February %, 1876.
2. Therefrom, until our departure traffic,
labor, trade aud all other occupations shall
cease.
g. On Mardi Gras, February 90. 1876,
the day dear to our gentle and loving
hearts, we command that all promenaders.
jewellers and mummers shall appear in
| mask that their visions may not be con-
sumed by the refuigence of our imperial
face.
4. We summon the Genial Ulks and the
krewe of the Motley to pass before our
royal presence in review, and when the
shades CT pight descend upon our goodly
city, let the Memphis appear in gorgeous
beauty and f1>ods OF golden fires, and tn an
shall the multitudes gather to our sutnp-
tuous places OF fcstivity, and to the strains
| of music revel till the Lent dag,
5. Railways, steamboats, and other pub
lie carriers will transport our subjects at
half rates to and from our joyous carnival.
and our good people of Memphis will re
ceiye them with generous hospitality.
The king commands
Long live the king.
| REX CARNIVAL.
latest: TYpHON MOMUs.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
CHARLES FRANCIS ADAMS.
& Possible Presidential Candidate.
specjcl Dispatch to The Chicago Tribune


WASHINGTON, D. C., jan Sit is Ger,
tain that the friends of Charles Francis
Adams have again begun to canvass his
chances for the Presidency. Coniidentia! cir
cuIars have been received by persons here
supposed to be in his confidence urging his
claim. A gentleman who has read one of
these circulars says that the Adams pro-
eramme Is about this: TIE domination of
Adams as third candidate in the event of
the nomination by The Republicans Of such
a man as Blaine or ashburue or bv the
Democrats Of Hendricks, Tilden. or Bav-
ard. is imp:acticable, but in the event of
a nomination by the regular parties Of can
didates who cannot control the vote Of
their parties, the Adams men see q
chance for their candidate.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Chicago Market.


Wheat-Strong; irregular; higher; 97ls cash
91s Feb; 93as March No 3, | 1919 al ?gat; re-
jected l S.
Corn-Firmer; 43aI cash; 42al Feb
Oats-Finner but dull 30ta cash: 3G1s F'h.
Rye-66
Bar ey-Higher SI7s cash 20 Feb.
fork-Firm 10 80 cash l9 421a Feb,
Lard-Steady; 80 cash 42is Feb.
Whlsk Lower: OF,
LIVE STOCK.
Hogs-Recepts for As hours II 900; active; go d
demand; salrs common to choice packing 9Gl5
%; shipplng 0tNl7 20; light i5Q7 %.
Catte-Steady; moderate demand; receipts 1905
common to ehyica thi ping stock 0GG5 IS; bulk
51Q5 %; stockers 50la3 70
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Mysterious Disap oeara !.

PRINCETON, Ill, Jan, S.-A young man
named dustin, who has been in the employ
of the Rochester boot and shoe store, a,
l42 West Madison street, Chicago, started
for this place to visit his relatives Dece.n
ber ~, since which time nothing has been
seen or heard of him. The irm that be
was with write that Gustin was perfectly
honest, aud that he had but little money
with him when he left The greatest anx
icty is felt by the parents of the missing
| young man.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Drowned ued,-kcci5eut.

McGREGOR, Ia, Jan. .-Adolphus
kurserock, | years old, son o" Augustus
kurserock, of McGregor, while skating
lately went into an air hole ard under the
ice. His body has not been recovered
L. Shermeyer, aged Is years, fell
through trap 10 Charles Budde's saw
mill to day, and sustained injuries that
will probably prnye fatal.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
TIE DAvIs-w MURDER
TRIAL
The Jury Disagree and Few Trial set for
Ii:rst Monday in Febu rary.

CHICAGO, Jan l0-The jury III the
the Davis murder trial disagreed and has
been discharged 4 new trial is set for
the first Monday in the Feburay term.
This is the case Of the man who murdered
Charles D. Whyland Thanksgiving-day.
The plea was insanity.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
What C1d "Probs" Says.

WASHINGTON, Jan. lO.-The Signal Ser
vice observations taken at 10 o'clock this
forenoon Indicate the following weather
probabilities for this afternoon and TO- ight
For the upper Mississippi and lower
Missouri valleys clear or clearing and un
usually cold weather with northwest t.
southwest winds, rising barometer il
former and continued high barometer.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
shoctan1 Affair at Rock Falls. Ill.

STERLING H. Jan. S.-Richard Cox shot
Trumbuil G. Loomis in the drug store of
the latter. at Rock Falls, this morning, the
bali striking d rio and lodging in the spine.
Loomis returned the fire, the bail taking
effect near the hip. Loomis cannot live,
but Cox will recover. He surrendered to
the authorities Cox suspected his wife
and Loonis were altogether too intimate
Loomis has a family. and bears bad name
here. There is intense excitement at this
city aud Rock Falls.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
CONSUMPTION CAN BE CURED.
SCHENCK's PCLMONIC SYRUP,
SCHENCK's SEA WEED Tonic

SCHHNCK's SEA WEED Tonic.
SCHENCk's MANDRAKE Pills.
Are he only medicines that will cure Pulmonary
Consumption.
Frequently medicines that will stop cough will
cc4slOn the death OF the patient they lock up the
liverstop the circulation of the blood, hcmorrhage
follows and in fact they clog the action OF tie very
or Yans that caused the cough.
Liver Complaint and Dyspepsia are the causes
of Two thirds of the cases of Consumption. Many
persons comnlain of dull pain in tho side, con-
stipatior, coated tongue pain In tie
feelings of drow htss ard restlessness, the food,
lying heavily on tie stomach, accompanied with
acidity and belching up If wind.
These symptoms usually originated from d disor-
dcred condi ion of the stomach or torpid liver.
Persons affected, II they take one or two heavy
colds and if the congh in thesr cases be suddenly
checked, will fnd the stomach and liver clogged.
remaining torpid, and inactive, and almost before
they are aware the lungs are mass of sores, and
IL cerate T. the re ult of which is death.
Schenck's Pulmonic Syrup is an expectorant VIII ch
does net contain opium or anything calculated to
check a cou-h suddenly.
Schemes : Sea W. ed Tonic disso YES the food,
mixes with the stric juices of the stomach, aids
digestion and creates ravenous appetite.
When the bowels ar: costtve, skin sallow, or the
symptom otherwise of a bilious tendency ,Schenck's
| Mandrake ri Is required.
| These medicines are prepared only by
J. Ii. S. HENCK & Son
| NE corner SIKH and Arch >ts. Phila
| And are ior sale by all druggists aud dealers
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
st. Louis Market.

ST LOCIS. Jan. 10.
Wheat-Advanced SHARPLY; No , fali l % for Car
lots; So bid for round lots / So Feb; 5TIalQI 59
March.
Corn-H CHER; 3aa3914 cash.
Oa.s-Dul; 35
Rye-tirmer; 651R.
5aricy-Unchanged.
Viii ky-Uncha Iged
Pork-Firm; 10 IS cash and Jan.
Lard-Steady; u -.
LIN {. STOCK,
Hogs-Hlgher; packers OOa7 25: extra 30. n
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
DEATH OF DR.. HOWE, OF BOSTON
A Distinguished Philanthropist.

BosTsN, an, lO.-Dr. Samuel G. Howe,
founder OF the institution for the blind, in
this city, died yesterday, aged a years.
Dr. Howe was affected with disease of
the brain and had been in very feeble
health for several weeks. His decline had
become more rapid within the last fort
night and for the past three days no hope
was entertained of his recovery
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Waters New Scale Pianos
WATERS Concerto ORGANS

are the BEST MADE: he Touch ELASTIC, and f
SINGING TONE, POWERFUL, PURE and EVEN.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
ANOT ER DEFAULTER
A Railroad Officer Runs Off with Several
Thousands.

KANSAS CRY, No, Jan "A good
deal of excitement was created to day by a
rumor to the effect that ID. j, OCouner,
chief clerk in the freight department of the
X. G., St Joe & G. B. railroad in this
city, had absconded and left his cash ac
count ten Thousand short A newspaper
correspondent called on prominent rail
road men, and it was ascertained that the
facts in the mail were true. OConner
left the city the day before New Year 5
and was 10 return nn Monday Not com
ing back his books were examined. and it
was found that the day he had uade set
Elements with stock-yards and diferen;
railroads had neglected to credit the firms
with the amount collected. He collected
! $500 ofthe stock, yards, and it is known
that he carried away with him nearly
$1,000. The 6e6ciancy viii amount to
about $1,000, As is usual in such cases.
a woman is connected with the affair. A
! Mrs. Davis, VINO is reported to be the wifi
Of Davis who was mixed up in the Han
nibal & St. Joseph ticket swindle, un-
earthed at Hannibal about three months
since, left the city with o Conner O'Ccn
ner's bondsmen are amply able to make
the deficiency good.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Lord Napier Breaks an Arm.

LONDON, Jan. l0-A dispatch from
Delpe states that during parade on Satur-
day Lord Napier was thrown from his
horse and had an arm broken.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Serious Troubles IN the Mining Region, il
Franco.

BRUSSELS, Jan. l0.-Serious disturb
ances occurred among miners at Charleroi
last night, The military intertered and a
number of persons were killed or wounded.
Soldiers have gone to the scene of the
trouble
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
THE HANNIBAL & ST. 30. r. L.
A Receiver Asked For--corrupt Manage =
1aalt Changed.

ST, Louis Jan. l0.--The Globe-Dem-
ocrat has special from St. Joseph, Mo.
which says steps are being taken there to
file application in court for the appoint
ment of receiver for the Hannibal and
St Joseph rail road. 1t is asserted that
the roads earnings last year are quite
small; IT'S run0ing expenses out Of all
proper proportion to its receipts; and that
charges OF bad and even corrupt manage
ment are freely made.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
DEATH OF 4 xrxLxcuarRE.
Don Pot will be in funds.

CINCINNATI, Jan. Timothy Kirby,
an old citizen, died this morning, aged 81,
leaving an estate estimated between two or
three millions dollars. Among the few
heirs are Don Piatt and Congressman II.
B. Banning
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
The u.s 8 OCEAN Gable Repaired

NEW YORK, Jan. l0.-The U. S, cable
has been repaired, and communication
with England has been reestablished.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
COMMERCIAL

COMMERCIAL.
Wheat-Quiet; very firm No Chicago 6;2
0S; No Milwaukee 09ta No Chicago p. No
Milwaukee 221l II; No spring 3HGI "a; win
ter red western l 17Q91 35
Rye-Quiet; firm.
Corn-Shade firmer; active demand; west
ern mixed 5971671a old do 72lg73if.
Bagley-Steady; fair demand.
Oats-Steady; mixed western 45l49.
Pork-Flrm; 20 S11aG12! 0J.
Lacd-Firm; II lois
Whisky--I 70
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
THE 3. sHONINGER ORGAN.

HORACE WATERS & son, 4S1 Broadway, N
Y. have Obtained the Agency of this wel-knowu
Organ and are prepared to supply the trade on The
most liberal terms. Agents wanted in ev'ry Cnnc
ty in the U. s. and Canada, Catalogues maile'!.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

MEMPHIS, Jan. l0.-J, H. Morten q
Co. wholesale grocers and commission
merchants suspended. Liabilities report
ed 100000, Assets $ll0,o0e.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

MILWAUKEE, Jan. S.-Ia the kueeland
will case, Judge Mann to-day delivered a
decision sustaining the will. and aiaii'ti &
Laura Kneeland's rights to the widow >
dover.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

EAST TAwAs. Mich. Jan. l0.-A Ere
yesterday destroyed property here, mostly
stores, to the amount of $4,000. Insur
auce $4,000.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
1 IMPERIAL GRANUM,
THE GREAT MEDICINAL FOOD.

kk&xAA GfftAN
THE GREAT MEDICINAL FOOD.
This Justly celebrated DIETETIC Preparation is
In composition, principally the GLUTEN derived
from the White Winter Flint Wheat Cereal, solid
extract, the invention of an eminent chemist
1t has not only been highly recommended, but
certified to by large number of CHEMISTS and
acknowledgements very high degree OF
medical scIence-as the
Safest, Most Acceptable and Reliable Food
for the growth of Infants and Children and for
Mothers lacking sufficient nourshment for their
offspring.
Unlike those preparations made from animal o,
vinous matter, which liable to stimulate the
brain and irrtate the digestive organs it embraces
in its elementary composition
THAT WHICH MAKES STRONG BONE AND MUSCLE,
That which makes good Flesh and Blood.
That which is easy OF Digestion-nevel
constIpatihg,
That which is kind and friendly tC
the brain,
And that which acts as preventive of those Intes
final disorders incidental to childhood.
Aud while it would be difficult to conceive OF
anything in Food or Dessert more creamy or deli
cious, or more nourishing and strengthening as an
aliment in
Fevers, Pulmonary Complaints, Dyspepsia,
REGISTRATIONS OF TIE SYSTEM,
OR GENERAL DEBILITY,
Is rare medicinal excellence in ali Intestinal Dis
eases especially in Dysentery, hronic Diarrhea,
and Cholera Infantum, has been inContestibly pro-
ven See circulars for testimonial Sold by drug
gists generally and at the Wholesale depot by
CAHLE & STRONG,
153 Water street New York.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
CHAS. FIEBIG,

Is PREPARS To DO ALL KINDS OF LOCK
! Work; also 10 repair Sewing Machines.
All kinds Of Safe Work Speciality.
Shop on Market Square west side. south of the
oil
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
nj. NJ. STURGEON,

ATT sHNEY AND COUNsELOR AT LAW
n Lock island, III. Office in Mitchell & ,-yndc',
Blocx. ,lsI
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Milwaukee Market.

MILWAUKEE. Jan. 10.
Wheat-11ac higher; closing firm; 90 cash; /
ooas Feb; ~ March; No 3, S3i&.
Corn-46
OAts-32.
Barley-9S.'
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

" tx AASsS SOI1Oc1 20 OASOxANS
cannot be ExCELLED In TONE or BEAUTY; they DEFY
COMPETITION. The CoNCERTo STOP is a FINE IMI-
TATIoN of tire HUMAN VOICE.
PRICES EXTREMELY Low for CASH DURING
THIS MONTH. MONTHLY INsTALMENTs RECEIVED:
OF, PIANOS SO to $40; ORGANS 81 to $40; MONTHLY
AFTER FIRST DEPOSIT. AGENTS WANTED. A
LIBERAL DISCOUNT to Teachers, Ministers. churches
Schools, Lodges, etc SPECIAL INDUCEMENTS TO
THE TRADE. illustrated Catalogues Mailed. HOR-
ACE WATERS & son, 4S1 Broadway, N. Y.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

Orders for Printing or Book Finding will
be executed at The ARGUS Office neat
quick and cheap. If.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
&. n. KELLER. III. ID.

PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Residence cor
; Orleans and Ohio streets next door to Kghler's
Drug Store. Office over Benser & Thomas Drug
tore, Market Square, office hour 10 To IL A NJ to
Vi. T-l4d&wIy
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

will Case Decided.

PARIS, JAN 1o--A ministerial crisis is
imminent council was held last night
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
2. r.. McELHERNE.

ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW
~ ana Solicitor in Chaueery Office opposite
Rock Island House, Rock Island, III. 5-31dw1y
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

KENWoITr.x & BEARDSLEY.
l. Court House. Juo. T. keIwoIthy JAS. NJ Boards
ey. In-23d&wtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
BuelNEss CARDS.
JOHN E. HkWLEY.

4 kTTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW
~ Office IN BengstoE'a Block Illinois ST. Rock Isl
and. Illinois 3-I3d,s win
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
MISCELLANEOUS.
The Christian HARMONY

By VIM. WALKER, A. s. II.
A SPLENDID MUSIC BOOK UPON A NEW,
n NATURAL and EASY system by which any one
may learn to READ Music and to SING in OnefOurth
the time required by the old methods; designed
for ChOirs Singing Schools and Musical Societies.
Liberal inducements to Music Teachers Specimen
pages mailed free
MILLER'S BIBLE & PUBLISHING HOUSE
1102 and 1104 SAMSON street. Phi adelphia, Pa.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
For Sale.

THE UNDERSIGNED HAVE FOR SALE THE
l residence of W T. Norris. situate on Washidg
ton street in this city; they will sell the same at
low figure and on easy terms
2Si2w SWEENEY 6 JACKSON.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
MRS. PAULINE PILLsBURY.

kEEDICAL, ELECTRICAL AND MAGNETIC
WI Physician. Rock River street, south side be
tween Dock and Adams. Rock Island, Ills
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
Why let aches and pains your temper spoil?
cure is sure by using
Renne's Magic Oil
RENNE'S MAGIC OIL cures Rheumatism
kENNr'S MAG C OIL cures Neuralgia,
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kENNE'S MAGIC OIL cures Bruises,
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kENNE'> MAGIC OIL cures Cholera Morbus,
RENNE'S AGIC OIL cures Coughs
rem E'S MAGIC OIL cures Sore Throat.


1T oRKs LIKE A CAARM."
DAYTON, OHIO, August 27, 1875.
MEssBs. WM. RENNE SONS
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mother had fall which came very near r, eulting
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severe injuries, specially in her spine and left
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USE RENNE'S
PAIN KILLING
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Chicago H. Sold in Rock island by John Beings
ton and F. Ii. Thomas.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
WATCH BUYERS ATTENTION

the purchase Ct
Watches TO the su-
?, ricr!ty Of the
Nickel Movement
Watches. made by
the Mcssrs. PoBEL
& CoTRy0isTER. of
Switzerland. Gents
and Ladies' sizes
in Stem aud Key
winders.
Those Watch es
have Equilibrium
Escapem'ts. Ctro
nometer balance,
Ruby Pallet, ten: .
pered and haT3~-
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
THOMAS YATES.

IS PREPARED To Do PLUMBING IN ALL IT'S
J branches. also, Gas and Steam Fitting.
Call and have estimates made before ordering your
work done by ether parties.
THOMAS IAI rs & Levce Rock Island
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10
CHARLES w. O,NEIL.

ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW and
n Notary Public. Oflce over First National
Bank, Rock Island. 513dw6m
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-01-10

EDWARD D. SWEENEY. WILLIAM JACKSON
SWEENEY & jackson,
attorneys AND COUNSELLORS AT LAW
~ O;tice-Cor Eagle and Illinois streets, Rock Isl
and. Illinois. ll-lSd1v
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-01-06
NEWS OF THE DAY.

In the United States Circuit Court at St.
Louis, yesterday, the Whiskey case against
Gen. Babcock was set for January 81 Gen.
Babcock having. made no formal plea to the
indictment against him, District Attorney
| Dyer said he did not know what plea the Gen
! eral would make, when Judge j. NJ. Krum,
Babcock's counsel, stated that that gentleman
would be present when called, and enter plea
| of not guilty.
A petition was filed in the Superior Court
of Baltimore, Tuesday, on the part Of Henry
| NJ. War6ed, coutestng the election of Mayor
| F. c. L1trobe at the last mayoralty election,
October n, 1875. The grounds alleged are
| frauds in votiog intimidation at some pre-
cincts, &C. Mayor Latrobc 5 majority was
2,765.
Two lawyers 10 the Memphis Criminal Court,
yesterday, ended an argument by coming to
blows. While the Sheriff was separating them
| the prisoner escaped from the dock with hand
| cuffs on. The lawyers were taken into Gus
| t0dy, but liberated Oh the payment OF tue.
The annull sale of pews in Plymouth Church
| took place Tuesday night. Mr.. Beecher was pres
ent and opened the proceedings with an illu-
sion to the strngency OF the times The total
| amount realized Tor rentals and premiums was
500 $50, against sos last year
Charles Francis Adams says, 10 letter to
the Quincy (Mass.) Patriot. that three.fourths
of the books 10 brisk demand at the public
libraries are 'vapid and sensational. " He
thinks that parents ought to guide the child
ren's tastes in the choice of reading more than
they do.
Mr.. Thomas Gourey died at the residence
of his son, in the village of Nottingham, Prince
Georges county, Nd, on Friday last, aged 6S
years He was native Of Ireland, but for
upwards of forty years resident of Noting
| ham.
The hotels of Washington are crowded with
the baggage Of disappointed Office seekers who
didn't have enough money left to pay their
bills.
The Grand Jury has returned an Indictment
against Lands for the murder Of Uri Carruth,
the editor of the Vinelaud Independent. The
accused was arraigued and pleaded not guilty.
Among the prominent callers 90 New \ ears
day in Brooklyn, we're Theodore TiItou and
Francis D. Moultou, who, m-in-arm, visited
their numerous friends.