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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

DEFICIENT NUTRITION produces an9mia
or poverty of the blood arising from i'm
perfect or chronic disease, and is not con-
6ned to any particular class Of life or sex.
People who suffer from hemorrhage, and
females who menstruate excessively are
among the chief sufferers Analysis OF
the blood reveals according to the dura-
zion of the sickness) marked deficiency
in the red corpuscles with probably d.
minution of fbrine aud a poverty Of al
bumen in the liquor sanguinis. To effect
cure, proper attention must be paid to
diet, and the promoting Of the natural
secretions of the alimcntary canal by the
use of u stimalaDt tonic is an absolute
necessity. Such tcnic stimulant has
been discovered and is found in the HOME
STOMACH BITTERs.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
'sSWEENEY'S COURT"
By e. C. Chopper.

The docket of this court Is kept under lock and
key and reporters are not permitted TO it. foi
fear the names of friends of the of the court
will be made public.)
Mrs. Minnie McAuliff was arrested yes
tertiay afternoon by Constable Vermillion,
complaint Of her neighbor Mrs johanna
Bischoff, who charged her with using very
abusive and Indecent language. Fined So
and costs. Paid.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
THE GRAND UNION, OF New YoaK-

THE GRAND UNION, OF New YoRK-
Attention is directed to The card Of Grand
Union Hotel, opposite Grand Central
Depot, New York. This hotel is one OF
the largest and most popular Of the New
York city first class hotels. 1t is 50 con-
venien;ly located to the Grand Central
Depot, that all expense OF carriage and
baggage sxpressace is saved its guests.
An indlsputable recommendation of this
house is the fact that guests who stop
there once become regular patrons there.
after. Persons concentrating visiting or
passing through New York, or TO attend
the centennial, will do we'll to give the
Grand Union a trial The Grand Union
supplies every advantage afforded by a
first class hotel. while the rates of charges
are moderate, being suited to the strin-
gency of the times.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

THE ONLY REMEDY.-Those who suf-
fer from foul breath are open to the charge
of carelessness. 1t is an offense that can
be speedily abated, as single bottle of
the fragrant Sozodont will Enthusiastically
accomplish the work. No toilet table
should be without it, 1t will preserve and
keep the teeth white. aud the breath pure
and sweet. Spalding's Glue, who would
be without it?
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

kIDDER'S ASTHAMA PASTILEs 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 inhaiing a de-
lighttul perfume Price 40 cents by mail.
Stowell & Co. Charleston. Mass. 1920
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

Robberies and thefts, by burglars, high
waymen and sneak thieves, are at present
alarmingly frequent. in town and country.
all over the United States. The existing
stress of ''hard times" with its hordes oe
unemployed men, who have to live by
hook or by crook, y is 10 great part account
able for this state of things Chicago
Journal.
And the ''hard times" are caused by the
bad legislation, the speculations, rings and
robberries of the Republican leaders at
Washington for the last eleven years.
since the war. If we are ever to have a
change Of times for the better we must
have change Of parties 10 the manage
ment Of the government.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
Centennial.

From date round trip centennial tick
cts from Rock Island to Philadelphia and
New York will be sold via G. r. |, & Z.
h. r., at the following rates:
Philadelphia and return ..... S32 60
New York .S33. 81
These tickets will be good Lior return
passage GO days from date of sale; and
haye the stop over privileges of any first
class tickets
GEO. w. LOOSELY, Tiki. Agt.
Il. ST.. JOHN, Gcnl. Tkt. Agt
Sept. 18th, 1875. 15d5t.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
NERVOUS nERILITY.

a depressed, irritable state of mind |;
q weak, nervous, exhausted feeling
mo- energy or animation; confused
head, weak memory. often with de-
bilitating, involuntary discharges. The
consequence of excuses, mental overwork or
indiseretions. This NERvSUS DEBILITY
finds a sovereign cure in HUMPHREYS
HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC, No. rs.
1t tones up the system, arrests dsschA e, dispels
the mental gloom and desponden.. snu rejuve-
mates the entire system. 1t is penectly harm
less and always efficient. Price IS, for package
OF nye boxes and large e. vial of powder, which
Is Important in old, serious cases; or 81 per single
box. ssold by ALL Druggists, or sent by mail
on receipt Of price. Address HUMPHREYS
SPECIFIC HOMEOPATHIC MANCINE CO.
No. 662 BRoADwAY, II. Y. -
t-See large advertisement.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
More Building in Rock Island.

The enterprise of Mr.. Gaylord and Mr..
Ludolph is praised by everybody All are
glad to see that these gentlemen are going
to extend what is one of the finest blocks
Of buildings in this city-an extension
which we hope will not stop until it reaches
Bengston's elegant building.
And we are now enabled to announce
that Anawalt, Denkman & Co. have de-
cided to rebuild their saw mill Immediately,
in order that they may be ready for
business in the spring. The building will
be erected on the old site and will be AZ
by $50 feet.
These enterprises will furnish work for a
good many men, and add much to the
growth and solid prosperity of Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

LADIES throughout the American and
European Continents have testified to the
excellent remedial virtues of Pozzoni's
Medicated Completion Powder. 1t
imparts to the skir beautiful transparent
wilderness. makes it deicateiy soft and
smooth. removes ireckles, tan, and allays all
irritation. Sold wholesale and retail by
j. A. Pozzoni, St. Louis, Mo-, and by E.
Breunert, Emil K@hler, G. SpeiGel, and
Benser & Thomas, Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

Why suffer with Rheumatism, when
Freligh's Remedy has never yet failed to
cure the most aggravated case. Hundreds
of testimonials from clergymen and pro-
minent business firms attest this fact
Prince one dollar per bottle of s. 0. A.
Murphy, 81 Barclay-st., n. Y.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
Great Reduction in Centennial Ticket
Rates

In accordance with the resolution pass
ed at the General Ticket Agents Cen
vention at New York, the Peoria aud
Rock Island Railway has reduced the
fares to the following figures: PhiladeI-
phia and return, $500; New York and
return, 1880. Tickets good for sixty
(6O) days from date of purchase.
j. V. MAHoNEY, Gen'l. Tk't. A'g't, .
J. L. HILLIARD. Receiver. l5tf.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

WAC !a"y Marry, who not; wnv?
l4lc.st important questions answeredin
Dr.. WHIrTIER'S MARRIAGE GUIDE.
.j0 pages, illustrated; sent sealed for
- cts hy mail. Address Oh St Charles
street, st. Louis, Mo. Consultation
Free. Call or write.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

Lamenesss, or stiffness of the joints, and
soreness of the flesh. is relieved at once by
freely using Renne's Pain Killing Magic
Oil, and hundreds of families keep this
Magic Oh for their family doctor, and End
it all they need Try it. Buy it where
you usually trade.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

SwEETLY SCENTED. -Experienc tells
us that an unpleasant smell gives the eff
feet of disgust to the loveliest features;
while sweet and delicate odor renders
the person of the plainest features agree
able and attractive. Now as Dr. Price s
American perfumes arc within the reach
of all, there is no reason why all should
not be sweetly scented. A delightful odor
from a we'll dressed lady or gentleman is
always admired, and DR.. Prices Alista
Boquet, Concealed Delight or Floral
Riches will produce that odor.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

On the 18th inst THE ARGUS contained
the following:
Davenport policeman was over here yester.
cay visiting our saloons in company with couple
of women, and the whole party got gloriously
''lushy." The officers name is ssid to be Louis
Martens, son Of the chief of police over there.
We have since learned, from Policeman
Brennan, of this city, that the man alluded
to was not young Martens, but was a late
ly appointed or special policeman. Breu-
nan says he saw the parties when they
went on board the ferry boat, and he
knows it was not Martens, bat was Day.
export policeman, but he does not know
his name
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

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, 1876-09-20

HAGANs MAGNOLIA BALM preserves
and restores the complexion; removes
freckles, tan and salowness; makes the
skin soft. white and delicate. Its applica
! ton cannot be detected.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

LYONS kATnAIRON makes beautiful
glossy, luxuriant hair; prevents its falling
out or turning gray. 1t has stood the test
Of 40 years. Ischarmingly perfumed, aid
has no rival.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

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.,.
5l7mwf&wIy
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

Browning. steam coils, and radiators,
gas fixtures, etc., rebronzed and made to
look as good as new. Call and see sam.
Piles of work at Thos. Yates, No, l7l2,
First Avenue. l9d6t.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

The Cincho Quinine has proven a sue
cess in one of the worst iuterments of my
experience. Finding it answers every
purpose of the sulphate and more agreea-
bic, shall hereafter prescribe it.
s. C. PRIEST, NJ d., Newark, 0.
Can be procured of all first class drug
giSts.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

NOTHING" says Benjamin Franklin
"can beat printers ink" This is not the
first time that Franklin has been caught
mapping. That which can obliterate
printers lux can beat it,and B. t. Rabbit s
Best Soap is the unappeasable enemy Of
every stain from writing fluid to cochineal
Therefore, to it printers ink must bow its
head willing servant, burning to tell its
master virtues.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
From the Davenport democrat, 10Th.
BIG TILDEN MEETING.
Hon. John P. Irish and Judge Bran
nan to Speak Here Next Saturday.

On Saturday evening next there viii be
a grand Tilden meeting held at the Court
House in this city. The speakers will be
two eloquent orators, Hon. J. p. Irish. Of
Iowa City, and Hon. w. +. Brannan, Of
Muscatine. 1t is expected that there will
be an immense turn out.
A torch light parade will precede. the
speaking. This will probably eclipse any
other like demonstration held in this city
for years.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

HARPER HOUSE BARBER AND BATH
Rooms now open. Everything neat, clean
and first class. Best attention given.
Satisfaction guaranteed. H3t and cold
Baths. Keen razors and Il clean shave.
Hair cutting, shampooning, etc. Patron
age respectfully solicited.
9 lldtf. RICHMOND TERRELL, Prop'r.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

For Book BINDING or Ruling, go to
The ARGUS Bribery No better work
can be done 10 this vicinity. Prices reason.
able. Work done quick, Leave orders at
The ARGUS Counting Room. opposite the
! the Post Office.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
ANNOUNCEMENTS,

SToP that distressing cold with bottl,
Of Masta's celebrated Balsam. For SALE
by all druggists IN Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
The Weather--To-Day,

The following shows the temperature
at The ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
dictated bv thermometer:
A. N. 63 , above zero 10 74o above zero
y A. M, 67o 3P. M. Tie
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
CITY
Fluid Lightning cures Sick Headache.

Those splendid jamestown alpacas at
Wivill & Co.'S. are the best goods in the
market. Es 20dlt.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

Trial bottles Of DR.. Kings New Discov
cry are given away to those afflicted with
coughs and colds, and all lung affections
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
More Democratic Papers in Illinois

We are in receips of another new Dem
ocratic newspaper just started at Iacon.
Marshall county, called the Marshall
County Democrat. ly Col j. 6. Ford 1t
is very handsome eight column paper.
and the first number gives evidence of
ability. May it live long aud prosper.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

The queen of base burners, the Victoria,
was awarded the first premium at the
Davenport fair, over all soft coal competi-
tors and fully carries out their decision,
in being the largest heater, the most
economical on fuel, and entirely free from
the escape Of gas, or smell of tar in the
room, besides being handsome in design
aud finely finished. 1t is for sale only by
David Don, No. is West Illinois street,
n. |. diff.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

CHILDREN Cry FOR CAsToRIA. 1t is as
pleasant to take as honey, and is absolute
ly harmless. 1t is sure to expel worms,
cure wind collie, regulate the bowels and
stomach, and overcome lrritabihty caused
by rash or cutting teeth 1t is a perfect
substitute for Castor Oil, and for costive-
uess in young or old there is nothing in ex.
stence so effective and reliable.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

THE LATEST, GREATEST, and most reli-
able remedy ever put together by medical
science for rheumatism, Wounds, Swell
ings, Burns, Caked Breast, &c, is the Cen
taur Liniment. There are two kinds.
What the White Linimeut is for is the hui
man family, the Yellow Centaur Liniment
is for spawned, lame and strained horses
and animals.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

NICE RULING done at THE ARGUS
BlNDERY, Leave orc srs at the counting
room, tt
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20


ECONOMY AND CoMFoRT-How TO En-
JOY BoTH 50 much has been said and
written of our centennial exhibition that
almost every one in our broad and beauti
iul land is at least DESTROYS of paying a
visit there, and viewing for the first and
only time in their lives the remarkable
products Of our country, gathered from
every state and territory.
To those, especially, who desire economy,
we wish to present a reasonable table oil
prices, or the cost of a trip to the ccnten-
NAL, and will take Chicago as a central
starting point.
Excursion ticket, Chicago to Philadelphia and
return, good for 90 days. .......... ....... 320C
For meals going and returning .............. SOC
Supper, lodging and breakfast in Philadelphia 25C
Admission to Exposition. Observation-Disclosures. ST
Lunch in Centennial grounds. .5C
$41 30
Eacn day at Exposition. .................. 3.5C
ln presenting this array of figures, we
have, OF course. adopted the shortest and
quickest line to the centennial, 10 order to
give the cheapest, aud that route is by the
Great Fort Wayne and Pennsylvania Line,
which runs all its trains direct to the main
entrance, thus saving to the traveller the
cost of carriage hire or the vexatious annoy.
ance of slow going street cars. which trav-
elers by all other routes must use In order
TO reach the centennial grounds, more than
three miles distant from any depot, except
the commodious one erected by the Penn
sylvania line for the enjoyment OF its pa
irons
Every visitor to the centennial las testi.
fed to the superiority of the Great Fort
Wayne and Pennsylvania Line, with it.
complete and elegant parlor, sleeping arc
hotel coaches, where one can luxuriously
recline and view with delight the charmin,
scenery of lofty mountains, beautiful val
legs, and the ripping waters of the brigh
and sparkling Juniata, together with tn,
famous Horse Shoe Bend, Allegrippus
Pack Saddle, the crossing of the Susque
hanna, and an endless variety of lowell
sights not to be found on any other blu
this popular line.
One could spend hours in writing of it
beauties and comforts, but space forbid
our saying more than this: by all mean
take the Great Fort Wayne and Penusyl
vania line to the centennial. and reach tn
very gateway of the exposition without
change OF cars or any transfer.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20
AN ANALYTICAL YOUTH.
Who Reads Sermons in Initials and
Depicts Good and Bad Alphabet
cally.

81
A youth in Osterdock, Iowa, reading an
article in the Dubuque Herald, taken from
the Lansing Journal. giving the synonyms
of r.. B. Hayes and W. A. Wheeler, offers
the following suggestions, which are too
good to be lost.
r. B. Hayes-R. B. H. Robbery.
Bankruptcy, Hypocrisy, which if sent to
Washington (?) will bring the nation w.
A. Wheeler)-W. A. W.-Want And
Woe.
CONTRAST.
Samuel j. Tilden-S. J. T.-Secure
Just Taxation. and thus promote THOMAS
A. Hendricks)-T. A. H.-Truth And
Honesty. ~
Yours for Tilden and Hendricks-T.
and III. Triumph and Honesty.
A Boy IN BLUE.
And here is another good one; The
Scranton Times says that the initials OF
the Democratic candidates, s. }. Tllden
and I. A. Hendricks, stand for shall JUS
tice Triumph !? and Truth And Honesty.
The Republicans. r. b. Hayes and w.
A. Wheeler, for Ruined Beyond Hope,
and Worse And Worse.
How to Make Times Better.
To the Editors Of. The Argus:
| send you for publication the following
preamble and resolutions which were
unanimously adopted at meeting holden
bv the Rock Island oung- Men s. Repub
lican Office Seekers Association, viz:
WHEREAS, 1t is not reform that the
country wants. but it is more money thai
is needeii aud
WHEREAS, It is not the saving of money
| but the speeding of it that benefits trade;
and
WHEREAS, The present distressed sfate
| of the country is reierable tothe great econ
omy practiced by the Democratic House d
! Congress, therefore, be 1t
ReS0lued, That the government shou L
create more offices and pay bigger salaries.
ResolUed, That all newspapers 10 thl;
county are respectfully requested to pub
| ish these proceedings.
On motion the Association adjourned.
The colored Tilden aud Hendricks clul
of New Orleans has elected Gov. Hendrick
an honorary member and he responds t.
the honor in the following pat riot;c strain
Il rejoice to find the colored people o
the south dividing in sentiment on ques
tons OF politics, as they would upon any
other subject that very nearly concern
them in the affairs of life. What the col
ored people of the south, and the north too
require, is to identify themselves will
the interests of the community of thei
residence, and of the nation at large, no
to be guided in political matters by blnC
prejudice, promoted by selfish politica
leaders who seek to make the colored rae
the instrument of their political advance
ment 1t will be a glad day for all th,
people of this republic, white and blacl
alike, when our relations as citizens shall
be adjudged by an enlightened reason ant
not by sentiments of passion.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

CHICAGO ExPosITIoN,-For this expo
sition, held Sept 9th 20 October 9th, the
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad
will sell tickets to Chicago and return at
the rate of 1882. on the following days:
Cspt.mhnr ? 10 O rood to raturn uutil Cent IN
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-09-20

Tickets for return passage good when
stamped by secretary CT the exposition.
GEO. NJ LoosELEY, Tkt. Agt.
f. ST. JOHN, Genl. Tiki. Agt. d3taw
, 1876-09-08


There was confusion. Early In the evening
there had gathered crowds Of people on the s!dn-
walks, h, the 4tores, and In tho windows, al In
tescatcd IN the meeting and in tho procession.
The number kept rapidly increasing from o'clock
until $3.50. Certainly no less than 10, 600 people
werr at one time collected In the vicinity Of the
hall. The police for q long while managed BY vast
efforts TO maintain a passage In the middle OF The
street fer the cars, but finally gavc up the struggle
In dtegus, and left those vehicles to the mercy OF
tho populaee. Mercfets As It always il in such
cascs, the crowd Immediately closed In, and
from that time onward the street
line south o.thc viaduet and north to-Ind!ana
street. There rAs resy lfttfs dtsorde: manifested
among the bystanders. their general behavior ba!hg
IN decided contrast 70 that OF the assem1lsges A.
good pushing, and, naturally, good dcnl
stone, but during the entiru evening there was no
violent occurrence, nor were there any aFrtsIs.
After waiting patiently about an hour the hearts
Of the crowd were cheercd BY tho aound OF sp-
preaching %.. m1s!s ths bl;a1s bf;asns
and the 1nen cams marching down IN
teF' ier them s With ''' alaieul.y. The. !Ight .!
brilliant appearance 70 the presoualy dark sttcet
ualting before the hall. cheers were gven. Mr.
schurx having already gone UP into tho hall, there
WIS little t0 be done In cescinbnlous way. II was
thought 1t hrst By the managers OF the affair that
It would be n good idea To hare aomc outdoor
speakn nnt - i W. 1nparssnt .hat fhe
by very small minority Of those prcsdnt the idea
was s1Audoncd. and. after marching and counter.
marching teT t!mes 10 whols hsttslSn fa1nsa
State street to the rendczvoua On tho corner Of
Van ruren atreet and Wabash avenue. forR long
time after their departure the crowd fingered about
the hail. dispensing gradually towards the close Of
tho meeting,
, 1876-09-08
FOURTH DISTRICT.
An lkuAaMoNIous GATHERING.


ELolN, ILL.,, Sept 1.-THE Republican Conven'
lion OF tho Fourth District to nominate candidate
tor Congress assembled hero at o'clock this after
noon. Much excitement and anxiety wefs Bppar.
ent between tho rtyal uuslbat and Lashtop fac
tion&.
BIZ. 4. Z. Smith, OF Rockford. called the Con.
veution to order, and nominated A. 4. Daheoek, of
Do Kalb, ~ Chairman.
On motion, Mr.. Ferguson. Of Wiunsbs7o, was
nominated ~ Secretary. Protest A2ainat the Ao-
ton Of Mr, Smith. who Wa net member OF tho
District Committee, was presented BY Ar. Coon Of
Ncl1enFy, and others, such ~ Nanny Of Rockford.
Maybousa Of Geneva, and others. In strong and
tempcs&uous terms. ..
Iii. Msybourn nominated MF. A. D. Coon for
Chairman, who was chosen BY tremendous vots.
Ho peFs!4tcd In his claims to tho Chaismaushtp tn
an !mpaasIoned appeal, AF. Babcock kept his
place ~ Chairman, claiming hls privilege.
], II. Holder was nominated - Secretary BY Tho
other wing. On motion Of ons aida. Comm!ttss
OF Bsyea on Credentials wa ordered. The other
win. called for ono from each county.
Mr. Marsh, Of DeKaib, poured
OIL UPON yuf TROUBLED WATERS
By proposing that halh chaitaen saeats. sad thai