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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

The Moline Pillow Company was obliged to shut
down, yesterday, on account of the scarcity OF
water in the pond. The pond showed depth of
one foot at the water gate Gazette.
The water is SO low above the dam that the fac
tories are compelled to run by steam Uasios
This is no unusual thing, and it shows
what the United States authorities ought
to know, by this time, viz: that the Moline
water power is not reliable,-in fact is
nearly worthless, and that it is worse than
folly for the people of the United States to
be taxed for any further expenditure there.
Sar-handred and ninety.fue thousand
four hundred dollars of the peoples money
have been sunk in that hole, and congress-
ought not to appropriate another cent.
The experiment is too expensive, and it
will not be long before the government wa
ter power at Rock Island Arsenal will be
abandoned and the Arsenal machinery
run wholly by steam.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
River Closed.

THE oldest inhabitant" was astonished
when he got up this morning, and found
the river closed over with ice. 1t froze
over Sunday afternoon. and this morning
Sheldon Rube crossed on the ice, opposite
the Buford Plow Works. Others crossed
near the st. Louis depot during the day,
The river closed over at Port Bryon
last week, and teams CROSSED there on
Thursday the Both. From Port Byron
north it is, of course, closed lover. On
the raj DIS between this city and Port
Byron.the water is shallow and swift and
it is not frozen over.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
TIM RILEY, THE HAYES land
WHEELER CoLoRB EARER, a
CHICKEN THIEF
he Is Caught With Two Ducks and
One Chicken---sLet as Have a Fair
Count"

Timothy Riley,sthe late color-bearer in
the Hayes andlWheeler club, in this city,
has got into trouble again. First Tim
was exposed by THElARGUs for stealing
Hajnsworth's money. He plead guilty to
petty larceny on that, and his wife was sent
to the stated prison. Then, after he was
appointed color-bearer, he was exposed
for marrying another woman while Mary,
his wife, was pining in the penitentiary,
aud he had not procured divorce from
her. Now Tim has been found to be a COM,
mon chicken Ithief. He was caught, last
night, In the hen house of John Biehl,
Sen,, near the corner of Fifth avenue and
18th street. Mrs. B., heard noise 10 the
yard about IL clock and awakening her
husband he went down to the back door.
There he saw a man standing at the
door of his hen house wringing the neck
Of one Of his chickens. Mr.. B., slipped
up on the thief, and caught and threw
him down just as he was entering the hem
merry again. Mr.. B., then called for
his son, Toney, to come to his assistance
which he did. Toney caughtsthe thief by
the hair of his head, and pulling him into
the moonlight recognized him as Timothy
Riley, late color bearer in the Hayes and
Wheeler club. On the ground, at his feet,
was bag which contained two live ducks
belonging to Mr.. B., and the headIess
chicken. Mr. B. asked for an explanation.
Tim looked sheepish; muttered something
about-''It looks bad for the party-very
close-two ducks and a ehicken-might
show. intimidation and have them thrown
outlet us have an honest count for
would scorn to be sent up by fraud
and-oh" This was occasioned by Mr..
B., giving Tim sharp blow over the seal
of his pantaloors with lath, and telling
him to git out''-which Tim did, and at q
2:l43 pace, too.
He has not yet been arrested, though
officers are searching for him.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
ROSSMAN'S CURE

POstttUety cured-alS0 Blind and Bleeding
Piles, Fistula, Salt Rheum, and all dis
eases of the Skin, by the use of
ROSSMAN'S CURE.
ITCHING PILES is generally preceded by
a moisture like perspiration producing a
very disagreeable and distressing itching,
particularly at night, after getting warm
in bed. No humbug-as trial will prove.
For sale by all respectable druggists.
RossMAN Il McKINsTRY, Hudson, N, Y,
Proprietors.
Sent by mail for so cents.
Ii YOU HAVE A COUGH,
Cold, Asthma, raising of Blood or any az
tections of the Breaskor Lungs, leading to
Consumption, use
DIR. HOUSEMAN'S GERMAN COUGH
DROPS,
as prepared for over thirty years By j. j,
Davis(now deceased) and you " III be sure
to find relief. Address ROSSMAN K
MCKINSTRY, who have succeeded to the
Proprietorship, and sold by all druggists
and dealers in Medicines. For sale by al
Druggists in Rock Island
Sold by Avery & Tyler, Lafayette, In
diana. Fuller Il Fuller, Chicago, whole
sale agents.
John F. Henry, Curran & Co., Whole
sale Agents. College Place N. Z,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
NERVOUS nERILrrr.

4 depressed, irritable state OF nintas
q sveaks nervous, exhausted feeling.
mo- energy or animationl confused
head, weak memory, often with de-
bflitating, Involuntary discharges. The
consequence of excuses, mental oyerwork or
ipdiscretions. This NERvCUs DEBILITY
finds sovereign cure In HUMPHREYS,
HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC, No. rs.
It tones up the system, arrests dischA ee dispela
the mental gloom and despondene. M rejuye-
mates the entire system. It Is per1ectly harm.
Less and always efficient - Price IS, for package
OF I'VE boxes and large % vial of powder, which
Is important IN old serious cases. on 81 per single
box. Bold BY ALL Druggists, or sent by mail
on receipt Of price. Address HUMPHREYS,
SPECIFIC HOMEOPATHIC MSNgCINE co.
No. SEA BRoApWAx, II. Y.
~Hea IareM advertsaauna
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04


.-Christmas three weeks from to-day.
Regular monthly meeting of the city
council tonight.
Pretty short days now. To-day from
sun up to sun down 9 hours and Is min
utes.
The cold weather caught streets and
country roads, this year, in very smooth
condition.
Jonas Bear had something to be
thankful for on Thanksgiving day-an-
Their member Of his family, fne boy.
Plenty Of hacks now run between this
city and Davenport over Rock Island
Arsenal bridges. Fare 25 cents in day
time and SO cents at night.
1t was Sunday yesterday-but the
Young folks didn't mind that bit, and
there were hundreds of them skating on
Sylvan Water, and on the back slough all
day.
The county clerks Office was crowded
with pensioners to-day who came in after
their pension vouchers, which are neces
! sary before they can draw their money
from the u. s.
The Buford plow works have just re.
ceiyed another large order for plows and
cultivators from California. The ship
ments during the past week have been un
usually large.
Last Friday Phoenix Hose Co. gave {
dance in the hose house, and before i
came off the committee of arrangements
offered silver medal as aprize to the bes
hunter 10 the company-the medal to b.
presented on the night of the dance. |
was won by Joseph Hitler.
The Union says it thinks the Re
publicans indorse Maj. Beardsley's idei
of a strong military government TO
Louisiana. We suppose, on the sam
| principle, Maj, B., and the Union, ant
the Republican party, would like
strong military government for all state
that vote Democratic.
The Illinois legislature ought t
meet next January, but there are SOM
contested seats, the election of a Unite,
States senator is involved, and, on tn
whole, to prevent riot, bloodshed, am
the impertinent interference of the sup
RENE court of the state, Grant had bette
be called In to settle the Cbaeag
Times
| Hon. G. G. z. Holden, of Chicago
formerly Republican alderman, has bee
travelling through Louisiana investigator
the pretended intimidation business, and
speaking of Jim Beardsley Us Pinkston case
he says: 1.-THE woman who is now heI
aided over the country as an example c
Democratic vengence, will yet turn out
be the victim of negro vengence, as n
white man had hand in the affair.""
People arriving in this city from Cos
Valley and Rural complain that the bridg
over Mill creek, about mile and hal
southeast of Milan, is in a very bad cor
dition, and that people travelling that roa
have to drive around the bridge an
through the creek, which is very muddy
The bridge has been closed for tire
months and the highway commissioner
OF Bowling township have made no efor
. to repair it.
, Sunday evening, the celebrate
Barnabee troupe, stopping at the Harpe
House. were invited by Mr.. Harper t
give little entertainment in the parlor
of the hotel. The parlors were crowde
and the audience rapturously applaude
the charming music; and at the clos
Mr.. Harper came to the front and in b.
half Of himself, his family, and b
guests. thanked the troupe for their yer
: pleasant northumberland then tn
audience applauded Mr.. Harper's speech
1t was a very pleasant time for all.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
LAn1Esl Get Pnzzoni,s Medicated Gom

LADIES! Get Pozzonis Medicated Com
plexion Powder, it imparts to the skin a
beautiful transparent whiteness, makes the
skin delicately soft and smooth, removes
freckles, tan, and allays all irritation
This valuable cosmetic can be used with
the greatest confidence, there is nothing
injurious in its composition, no lime, no
white lead. no arsenic or other deadly
poisons. Sold wholesale and retail. St.
Louis. No., and by Z. Breunert, Emil
Kehler, G. Speidel and Benser & Thomas,
Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

A lady writes us: I suffered intensly
from an attack of pleurisy. My nurse
obtained bottle of Kennels Pain KILN :,
Magic Oil, applied it as directed; in three
hours was entirely cured. l would
recommend to ladies the use of Renne's
Magic Oil as invaluable to relieve pain and
suffering, and as being neat and delicate
to use and worthy of your confidence.
Keep it in the house for use.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
Meeting of Electors.

The electors for president and vice pres
ident must meet on Wednesday next, at
the capitols in their several states and cast
their votes and make return of the same
to the president of the senate. The ras-
cally returning boards must quit their
efforts to beat Tilden tomorrow, and come
to some conclusion, after which the peo-
pies congress will review their proceed
ings.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
Speaker Randall.

On Saturday. at the Democratic cong
ressional caucus, Sam'l j. Randall. Of
Pennsylvania, had 70 votes for speaker.
and Sam'l s. Cox of New York 60. Mr..
Randall's nomination, was on motion o,
Mr. Cox, made unanimous. Over 40 Dem.
ocratie members were absent.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
Real Estate Transfars.

j. Stewart and wife to Il. j. Severance,
out-lot in South Moline, dated August 8,
1876, for 1915.
5. l.. Brettun and wife to Aug. Ander-
son. 80 acres in the southeast / of section
Il. township Is, range / E.-Hampton--
dated Oct. l6, 1872. for 5000.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

INTERMITTENT FEVER is so common IN
the country as scarcely to need comment.
The causes which produce it are such as
cold, irregular living, over exertion, low
spirits, night air, exposure to miasmatic
exhalatioDs, &c, In large cities where
edge tools and agricultural Implements are
manufactured, the grinder protects his
lungs from the Injurious effect of the dust
flying off the grindstone by wearing a
respirator. The coal miner ere he descends
the shaft provides himself with safety
lamp to guard against fire damp. Now it
is equally necessary for those who are
brought in contact with any of the causes
leading to intermittent fever, to provide
themselves with that we'll known and
highly esteemed remedy against it, the
HOME STOMACH BITTERs.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

A reporter has discovered that the glass
in bottles is often colored with a material
which citric acid in some wines and ales
dissolves, and which, mixing with the
contents, makes very poisonous element.
To think that poison turks in the bottle
the empty bottle at that No wonder we
hear the remark made SO often: There s
nothing genuine in this world but B. T.
Rabbits Best Soap.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
stro-g Nerves an Attainable Blessing,

There are many who have meyer known
the blessing of strong nerves, having been
born with weak ones. Those who have,
and through disease or some other GAUGE,
have suffered a loss of nerve power, can,
by contrast. more fully appreciate the
magnitude of that loss. The true way to
repair it is to invigorate the system through
the medium of improved digestion, secre-
ton, and the establishment of regular
habit Of body, three results invariably ac-
complished by the use Of Hostetter S
Stomach Bitters, which insures the thor
ough conversion of the food into pure,
nourishing blood. from which the Eeryes, in
common with every other part of the bod.
ly economy, gather vigor, the grand pre-
requisite of health. The great objection
to sedatives aud narcotics is that they moi
only exert no tonic influence, but are al
ways followed by a hurttul re-action
Such is far from being the case with the
| Bitters. the primary action of which il
most salutary, and whose after effects arr
beneficial 10 the extreme.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

One who relieves pain and cures disease
is certainly great benefactor. The man
ufacturers of Freligh's Remedy deserve
this title, for they have given this great
medicine to the public, and thousands of
former sufferers from Rheumatism, Neur-
algia and kindred complaints have testified
their gratitude. Druggists generally sell
-
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

EcoNoMY-Aside from their excellence,
there is economy in buying DR.. Prices
Special Flavoring Extracts, as the bottles
hold one-half more than others purporting
to hold the same quantity. They are the
most natural favors made, and in strength,
quality, and quantity, there are no other
favoring extracts that can compare with
DIR Prices
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

ADVERTISED BY SMILES Is Sozodont.
and if you see it daily. the white CLEAN of
the pearls between the parted rubies will
prove its excellence as a Dentifrice. and
the sweetness of the breath will attest its
purifying properties. Save and mend
pieces, use Spalding's Glue.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

MOTHERS can secure health for their
children and rest for themselves by the
use of Castoria, peafect substitute for
Csstoria Oil. 1t is absolutely harmless,
and is as pleasant to take as honey. For
Wind Collie. Sour Stomach, Worms or
Constipation, for young or old, there is
nothing in existence like it. 1t is certain,
it is speedy.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

RUPTURE CURED in from 80 to 90 days
by the use of the Triumph Truss and
Rupture Remedy, manufactured by the
Triumph Truss Co. 334 Bowery, N. Y.
This Truss and Supporter took the medal
at the last session of the great American
fair. Send 10 cents for their new book.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

Popular illustrated book (26o pages) on
MANHOOD! WoMANHooDl MARRIAGE
Impediments to Marriage; the cause and
cure. Sent securely sealed, postpaid, for 50
cents, by DR.. c. WHITTIER, 6I7 St.
Charles Street, St. Louis, No., the great
specialist. Read his work.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

CAKED BREASTS. Rheumatism, Sciatica,
Swellin9s, Sprains, Stiff Joints, Burns,
Scalds, Poisonous Bites, and all flesh bone
and muscle ailments, can be absolutely
cured by the Centaur Liniments. What
the White Liniment is for the human
family, the Yellow Linimentis for spawned,
CALLED, and lame horses and animals
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
Personal.

Mr.. Fl. c. Wiyill, of Wivill 4 Co. starts
east tonight to buy goods.
Col. Perry, and his grandson. Master
frankie Woolsey. of Geneseo, we're at the
Harper House to-day. Col. Perry is in
quite good health again.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

HAGAN's MAGNOLIA BALM preserves
and restores the complexion; removes
freckles, tan and sallowness; makes the
skin soft. white and delicate. Its applica-
ton cannot be detected.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

Quinine can be taken without taste by
mixing in ''Quinine Elixir" Cheap. Bet
ter than pills. Druggists keep it. For
sale by the ounce. Manufactured by
Allarie. Woodward & Co., Peoria, ILL.,.
6-17mWf&Wly
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

The Grand Central Hotel, New York,
was the first leading hotel to reducet and
schedule It's rates according to the location
of its rooms. 1t now charges $3.50 and
$500 per day.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

ENTERPRIsING DRUGGISTS. Rock Is
land druggists are always alive to the de-
mands of the people. They have just
received supply of that wonderful RENE
dy Dr. Kings New Discovery for Consump-
ton, Coughs and Colds, Asthma and
Bronchitis, Tickling in the throat, Hears
ness, etc. Cough worn victims whose lungs
are nigh racked to pieces, will find instant
reliefin this remedy. If you doubt this
go to your druggist and get large bottle
for one dollar or a trial bottle free Of charge.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
Peoria and Rock Island Railway.

The centennial tickets are this day with
drawn.
Until further notice time tickets will be
sold to Philadelphia for $17.25, to New
York $1S.85.
These tickets are good for five Isl days
from date Of issue.
j. V. MAHoNEY, Gen'l. TIT. A'g't,
j. r. billiard, Receiver. stiff.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

New RULING MACHINE at THE ARGUS
BINDERY. Paper ruled in any style or
any colored lines. Leave orders at THE
ARGUS COUNTING Rooms. opposite the
Post office. IF
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

LYoN's KATHAIRoN makes beautiful
glossy, luxuriant hair; prevents its falling
out or turning gray. 1t has stood the test
of 40 years. Is charmingly perfumed, ard
has no rival
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

AN ARTICLE OF TRUE MERIT
Browns Bronchial Troches" are the most
popular article in this country or Europe
for Throat Diseases and Coughs, and this
popularity is based upon real merit.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

The Victoria is the handsomest self
feeding base burner for soft coal, making
the burning of soft coal as clean as hard
coal. Parties in want of the best stove call
and see it at David Dons. I3dtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
The Weather--To-Day.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
dicated bv thermometer:
IA. N. 90 above zero IL NJ 27e above zero
ga. N, 14o 3P.M. 27o
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

We will give $500 to any one that will
produce handsomers set of stove patterns
than the Victoria soft coal self feeding
stove at David Don's. ll-13dtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

Printing, Binding and Blank Book work
specialities at THE ARGUS OFFICE. No
pains will be spared to please customers.
Satisfaction guaranteed If
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
POLICE CASES.
Before Police Magistrate Chopper.

Monday, Dec. 4.-James Alderman, a
stranger, was arrested and jailed last night
by Deputy Marshal Miller on complaint of
A. NJ Page, of the Rock Island House
saloon, who charged him with OBJ
tanning money under false pretenses-get-
ting So worth of drinks, borrowing SIS in
money, and then giving him a check on
the First National bank, OF this city, for
SO, which proved to be worthless, as hs
had no money deposited there. This
morning it was shown IN evidence that
Alderman had opened a wholesale and
retail oyster and fruit store in the store of
Sargent Il Weber; that he had boarded
at the Rock Island House until he owed
S. and had then offered MIR. Guild check
for $40 on the First National Bank, which
that gentleman refused to accept, and
Alderman finally paid UP aud left; that
he had some job printing done at the
Union Office, where he also offered Mr. w.
L. johnson, the book keeper, check on
the same bank for $40. but on Mr.. j :,
Offering to send boy to the bank, before
he allowed the job to leaye the Office,
Alderman took back the check and hur
riedly left the office. Alderman offered
no defense, except that he would have
money in the bank tomorrow. He was
held under 800 for his appearance at
the next term of circuit court, and failing
to give security he was taken back to Jail.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

Howe's concentrated syrup, the great
blood purifier, and ague cure and tonic
bitters, can be had Of Bengston and
Thomas.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

There is no use talking, it is a fact, that
DIR. Kings New Discovery will cure the
worst Cough or Cold. We know it.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

Old sewing machines made new by Haz-
zard Il Bro, in Wilson sewing machine
Office, No. 200 Main street, Davenport,
Iowa. 13d&wtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

ANTHRACITE Coal, all sizes, the bright
est and cleanest in the market, for sale by
E. g. Frazer. Call and examine it.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

A large stock of German, French and
Turkish embroideries, just received at
Kiesow's. l-d3t.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
Before Justice Hayden,

Monday, December 4.-Bill Bur-
ton was arrested and jailed
early this morning by Deputy Marshal
Miller for stealing pieces ofharness,a horse
blanket, etc., from James Slater. Owing
to the absence of witnesses the case was
continued until tomorrow morning at 3
o clock.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

Buy the Victoria self feeding base burn
er, acknowledged by all to be the best, at
David Don's, No 1,6l7 Ills. st. l3dtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
CannphOrine !

Is the most effectual remedy sold, is luxury to
use gives the best satisfaction, gives instant relief
will not grease stain the most delicate fabric,
has pleasant and refreshing odor. 1t will imme
diately relieve and cure Rheumatism, Chronic and
Acute; Neuralgia and Catarrh, Headache and
Swelled Face, Sore Throat, Sprains and Bruises,
BuDions and Chilblains, Eruptions of the Skin,
Pain In Chest, Back or Limbs, Burns and Scalds.
Fer sale by all Druggists.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
CITY.

Stop that coughing; if you don't it may
kill YOU A bottle Of DIR. Bulls Cough
Syrup only costs you Is cents and Its
timely use may save your life,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

Spare rib, tenderloin, sausage meat, leaf
lard, &C., at Gilmore's pork house. 16dtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

The latest telegraphic news can always
be found in the DAILY ARGUS.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04

BLossBURa Coal at e. G.. Frazer's
warehouse.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-12-04
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Fluid Lightning is worth ten times its