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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
From the Chicago Inter ocean, ED.
Eristow in Illinois.

The superserviceable friends of Secre-
tary Bristow in this state ought TO see by
this time that public sentiment in favor Of
a candidate cannot be- manufactured to
order. The Republicans of Illinois, and
indeed of the whole Union, will not be
cajoled or driven into the support of a
man they do not want They are willing to
accord to Mr.. Bristow the credit and give
to him the praise he deserves, and this
ungrudingly and without hesitation. But
the Republicans Of Illinois do not want
him for president. Nothing could be
clearer than this; and if his friends, weak
in numbers, but powerful in what they
call the cor4aet a piston faculty, have not
discovered this, they only illustrate the
truth Of the old adage that there are none
so blind as those who will not see.' The
nearest Mr.. Brstow has come to an in
dorsemenf as a presidential candidate by
recognized body Of Republicans 10 this
state was at the convention held in st.
Clair county last Saturday. Belleyille
might be termed Bristow stronghold, if
he has any such citadel in Illinois. A
resolution was introduced in the conven-
ton declaring for him for president, aud it
received just fire U0tes. to THRU seyen
against a. This shows that the Republi
cans of st. Clair county are fully alive to
the danger and folly of taking southern
MAJ with southern prejudices for presi-
dent at this juncture Of affairs, however
good he may be personally. The
secretary has given few indications in any
way of being qualified for this high Office.
AS soldier he exhibited no sagacity, un-
lesss it was when he discovered that he
was not destined to renown in the field, and
resigned, Little things have great weight,
however, in campaign. and Mr.. Bristow 8
ridiculous 6asco as a soldier and his very un
fortunate position at Fort Donelson, where
his regiment ran away, and where he could
not be found, would furnish one of those
spiteful little arrows which 50 wound and
sting. however unjust the archer may be
who levels them.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
To Springfield VIA Peoria

The Peoria train for Springfield left
this city this morning with big load OF
delegates for the Republican state con-
vention, arriving at Peoria with over 100
delegates on the train, besides other gentle
men going down to see the fun. Delegates
were on board from the counties of 10
Davies, Lee, Stephenson, Carroll, White
SIDE, Bureau, Henry, Rock Island, Knox,
Mercer, Stark. They were joined by
delegates and others from Peoria, Tazewell,
Fulton, and the other counties on the
route and arrived in Springfield at o'clock
this afternoon, in time to do good deal of
"horseshedding" before tomorrow. We
remember when our delegates had to 20
with teams to Springfeld And later, we
have often been via the c. r. /. & p. r.
r. to Joliet and thence via. the G. & A.
to Springfield. requiring two days, or one
night and one day. Now via. the Peoria
x Rock Island road, people leave here
after breakfast and arrive in Springfield
at p. IN. without change of cars.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
Cruelty to Animals.

Milan either ought to have smaller
constable or the constable ought to have q
stronger team. That poor old horse has a
pretty hard time of it, and possibly might
find relief if somebody should enforce the
following law of this state-especially the
italicised words:
80. CRUELTY TO ANIMALS. Whoever shall bC
guilty OF cruelty to any animal in any of the ways
mentioned in this section, shall be fined not les
than 80, nor more than $500, viz:
1. BY ODerIOGdiHg, OUerdriUiRg, OUer7Uorking
cruelty beating, torturing, tOrmenting mutilatinl
or killing any animal, or causing or knowingly
allowing the same to be done,
2. By cruelty working any old, manned or in
firm, sick or disabled animal, or causing or know
ingly allowing the same to he done,
3. BY unnecessarily failing to pr0Oide an
animal in his charge custody, os owner or other
wise. aCith poper food, drink or shelter,
4, By abandoning any old, manned, irirm, sick
or disabled animal.
5, By carrying or driving, or causing to bt
carried or driven or kept any animal in an I'M
necessarily cruel manner.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
Special to the st. Louis Repuoticaa.

SPRINGFIELD, May 2l.--The Republican
state convention on May "a will be one OF
the largest. and certainly one of the most
excited, political gatherings ever held in
the state. The feeling in this state has
heretofore been for Blaine as a presiden.
tlaI candidate, bat a new move is DOW re-
ported. 1t is said that Cullom agreed, in
consideration of the suppression of A. l..
Smiths confession, that he will favor a
Bristow delegation for the Cincinnati con
yention. There is every appearance here
that the friends Of Cullom fear break up
of some kind. aud there is no doubt that
Bluford Wilson and the whole of the
revenue officials influence in the state is
for Bristow, and that they will sacrifice
any candidate on the state ticket to secure
his asceDdency.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
How 1t is at Spriuvfeld.

The Republican state convention is to be
held at Springfield, tomorrow, ana the
Springfield Register of Saturday, says:
The feeling at the Republican head
quarters here, to-day, is not very agree
able. In spite of the great number of
delegates instructed to support the slate,
the fact is apparent that the great body of
delegates to the convention is not instructed
for any one. and that the dark horse may
soon come out Of the stable. Some proph
cts say the name is Leonard SWEET; Others
declare for Charley Farwell, and others
again insist that Ace Matthews is to be
winner. Unless the Beyeridge men rush
to the assistance Of their late opponents,
the very Old Harry will be kicked up.
The large delegation from Cook is to come
here uninstructed, and that means devil
ment.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
River Jews.
The Belle of Lacrosse, the Diamond 10,
and the Damse up to day.

The Belle of Lacrosse, the Diamond 10,
and the Damsel up to day.
There will be no packet down to-day
The Diamond 10 on her up trip TO day
took on at our levee, 8 cars of freight from
the st. Louis road, 1000 boxes of glass
from our glass works. lot of plows from
the Buford Plow Works, and considerable
other freight.
The j. q. Chapman, owned by the Eau
Claire Lumber company, down. o-day with
lumber raft.
To-morrow's boats are the Minneapolis
up and the Lake Superior and Diamond
10 down.
The Robert Ross came down yesterday
with a raft for keator q Co.'S mill. She
LETT for the pineries and another raft in the
afternoon.
Davidson has changed his mind, backed
down. and signed the agreement with the
city, and yesterday towed his wharf boat
up from the boat yard to near the foot Of
Madison street where it laid last summer,
but it will not be ready for use for two OF
three days as there are some repairs to be
made,
The river is rising at the rate of about
three tenths of foot during "a hours.
The guage showed liza at 6 O'Clock this
morning.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
The GRAND UNIoN.-NEw YORK.

The GRAND UNIoN.-NEw YORK.
This hotel has gained wide
popularity both on account of it's
eligible situation-it being directly
opposite the Grand Central Depot-and
the excellent manner in which it is kept.
By stopping at this house, guests save the
heavy expense of carriage hire and ex-
rrcssage, baggage being carried to and
from the depot without charge. 1t is first
class in every respect, and yet the rates OF
charges are lower than at any other first
class house in the city. 1t is conducted
upon the European plan"
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

The Inter Ocean, speaking of the
Hooper-Robiuson suits against Osterberg
for embezzlement, incompetency, ETC..
says:
The friends OF Mr. Osterberg claim that he has
been unfairly treated In this affair, and that xSOOo0
have been raised by riag 10 fight him. but that,
though embarrassed in every possible way, he has
made the late road pay expenses, and but Tor the
obstacles laid in bis path il woald have yielded
dividend
If the dog hadn't stopped he would have
caught the rabbit. The friends " of the
b. B. L. Baron Boss LIAR "claim that
he has made the late road pay expensesl "
says the Inter- Ocean, And yet, last
week, the 10. published the evidence
that the late road" under the B. B. L. s
management, had not paid expenses, but
had run behind $4,000 since the b. B.
L. took possession of it.
But the other claim-that $4,000 have
been raised by ring to fight him lis toe
funny for anything. That story, and hi:
statement that the Gables were endeavor.
ing to get possession of the road, have nc
foundation whatever. 1t is understood
that the Cables ceased to interest them
selves in the purchase Of the road wher
their bid of $4,000 was not accepted
which was all they were willing to pay fol-
it. When the B. B. l.. ran the pric,
above that figure on the supposition tina
there was ring desiring to buy it a
almost any sum he was badly fooled
After the b. B. l.. ran the price above
$750,000 the game then was to make hin
go as high as possible and drop 1t on hi
shoulders, 10 order that those bondhoider
outside Of his ring should get as much a
possible. The only reason that anothe
bid was not made was the fear that tn
B, B. L. would be smart enough not t.
bid again. The B. B. L. was caught, il
that matter, and those he represents ar,
now suffering for it, and will not only los
their bonds but will not be likely to &c
back more than one-fOurth of their late in
vestment, The Gables are certainly no
enough interested in the future of tn
late road to pay one cent towards fight
ing the B. B. L. 1t is not very likely tina
Capt. Robinson has raised $50 900 to fgh
the B. B. L. with. The Capt. is GU
about $4,000 or $4,000 and would b
glad to get it back again. If he had i
back we reckon that would end the fight
as far as he is concerned. Who else i
interested in fighting the B. B. L.? No
body that we know of,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
The Place to Stop, in Philadelphia.

All western people who visit Phila-
delphia, when they know that Sam.
Skinner and John A. Rice are keeping
hotel there will stop with them. These
gentlemen, SO favorably known as formerly
connected with the best hotels in Chicago,
have hosts of friends in the west who wilt
not forget them when they visit the CEN
tennial. The following, from the Daven-
port Democrat, tells what kind OF house
they have:
a Mammoth Hotel
One of the most wonderful sights at the
national exhibition, il the Globe Hotel,
It is directly opposite the passenger depot
of the PENNSYLVANIA railroad, and at the
main entrance OF the centennial grounds.
1t has elepen hundred and fifty guest rooms.
Furthermore, tho people OF the north
west should know that the managing mar
of this vast caravausary is John A. Rice,
formerly of Gage Bros Il Rice, of the
Grand Pacific, Sherman, and fremont, Of
Chicago, one of the most prominent hote
men in America, aud known TO ever travel
ling man of the northwest. If any further
guarantee TOT goou ududReihont WEI
needed, we would say that the notably pop
ular Sam Skinner, of the Briggs and Palmer
houses, Chicago, is chief clerk. LII
placing yourselves at the Globe, YOU peo
pie of the northwest, you will find your
! selves at once in the house OF old acqualn:
ances, who will spare no pains to furnish
you with all the comforts of the magnlh
cent establishment.
i The Globe is right at the entrance of tn,
centennial grounds. Rem ember that! |
is close by the Pennsylvania railroad depot
so that no hacks or buses are needed
The Globe is new, spacious, neat, clean ant
comfostable-with all the modern i'm
provements-all the way through.
And so, when you 60 to Philadelphia, &c
to the Globe and put yourselves into the
hands of the management there, and you
will find it all right.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

If all the refuse and wasteage from city
and country houses, hotels, &C., could be-
utilized somehow for fertilizing purposes,
what reservoir OF wealth would be OBJ
tanned. The problem is likely to be solved
in practical way by what is called the
Dry Earth SYSTEM by which dry earth,
peat, or coal ashes is made to absorb and
neutralize everything offensive in the excre
ment and refuse of the household. Valua
BILE information about this system may be
obtained from the circulars of the Wake
field Earth Closet Co., of sc Dey Street
New York.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

CROSSING THE DESERT, is generally an
cveutful episode in life; whether it be as
pilgrim to worship the prophets shrine al
Mecca, or as a part of caravan of
merchants. The danger of the destructive
SIMEON, attacks of predatory robbers and
the agony OF dying from thirst are dissi-
pated on reaching one of those gardens of
the desert, an oasis. Partaking of that
which recuperates, they meet their future
difficulties with recruited strength and re-
newed energies. So with modern life.
dangers from disease threaten all humani
ty, but if We make use of a remedy which
alleviates acute attacks of sickness, thus
preventing their becoming chronic, we
shall realize that necessary rest and re
ireshment in travelling life's desert which
has been discovered in the Home Stomach
Bitters.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
NERVOUS DEBILITY.

A depressed, irritable state OF mind
. weak, nervous, exhausted feeltng,
no energy or animation, confused
mead, weak memory. often with de-
olitating, Involuntary discharges. The
consequence OF excuses, mental oyerwork or
sndiscretions. This NERVOUS DEBILITY
nnds q sovereign cure in HUMPHREYS,
AOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC, No. IS.
AZ tones up the system, arrests dschA. e dispels
the mental gloom and desponden.. snu rejuve-
mates the entire system. 1t is per1ectly harm
iess and always efficient. Price IS, for q package
OF i've boxes and large q vial Of powder, which
Is Important in old, serious cases; or 81 per single
oox Sold BY ALL Druggists. or sent by mail
On receipt OF price. Address HUMPHREYS
spECIFIc HOMEOPATHIC MHSQCINR CO,
No. sea BzoADwAY, II. Y.
Hsse large advertisement.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

A WARNING TO CONSERVATIVES. Con
LIVER On.-''The well known frm of
HERMAN & CO., of New York City,
were the first who introduced in this coun,
try the PURE and UNADULTRATED COP
LIVER OH" The established reputation
OF Hegman & Co., as skillful and ccnscien-
tlous pharmaologists, is sufficient guar
antee OF itself OF the purity of medicine
prepared by them. and in their prepara-
ZION OF Cod Liver Oil, they to-day prepare
it in the same careful method as they have
done for the past twenty-five years. 1t is
important for invalids to use Cod Liver Oil
with Hegman & Cos trade mark, aud not
the inferior mixtures sold under the
pseudonyms of Cod Liver Oil.
Hegman's Cod Liver Oil can be obtained
at all first-class druggists throughout the
state.-Chicago Times.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
Real Estate Sales .

Martha A. Rodman to John Merk, lot
Is, block in Rodman's sub div of Rock
Island, dated May 10, 1876, for $3.50.
Joseph Johnston to Gottlieb Wiess, lot
Z, block II, in Spencer & Cases add. to
Rock Island dated May %, 1876, for 3d.
900.
Henry Curtis, Jr, to John Bierlein,
part Of lots s, 9 and 10, blocks 9 and IL, in
Spencer & Cases add. to Rock Island,
dated May %, 1876, for 81.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

Mitchell & Parsons have Just received a
new line Of lace shawls, very fine, and at
half of last seasons prices. also full stock
of those celebrated button kid gloves,
at only 81, 3 button kids only $3.50. Also
the finest stock of ladies' linen suits, fans,
parasols, and lace mitts to be found in the
two cities. d&w
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
Farmers Association.

Coz Town. May 81, 1876
To the Editors OF the Rock Island Argus.
Please insert the following in your paper:
The officers and members Of Coe and
Canoe Creek Farmers Association will
meet at the fair ground on the first Satur.
day in June, 1876, 1.-THE Sd day at one O.
clock p. NJ, for the purpose of making
arrangements for the coming fair this year
III. SADDoRIs, President
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
Democratic County Convention

All Democrats, and all voters who want
a charge of administration, are invited to
meet in the court house on Saturday, June
18th, at o'clock p. M, to choose A dele
gates to the state convention and appoint
q Democratic county committee. 1t will
not be delegate convention. No creden-
tials will be necessary. No primary meet
ings need be held. All are invited,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
POLICE COURT.
Before e. c. Chopper Police Magistrate

Policeman Hull arrested David Camp
bell last evening, for drunkenness. He
was taken before Magistrate Cropper this
morning and fined So and costs. Let off
on promise to pay.
Last evening Frank Thompson was
taken before Magistrate Chopper on charge
of vagrancy preferred by his wife. and
fined SIS and costs. No money. Sent to
Jail for 20 days.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

LADIES throughout the American and
European Continents have testified to the
excellent remedial virtues of Pozzoni' s
Medicated Complexion Powder. 1t
imparts to the skin beautiful transparent
whiteness. makes it delicately soft and
smooth, removes freckles, tan, and allays all
irritation. Sold wholesale and retail by
J. A. Pozzoni, St.Louis, Mo-, and by L.
Breunert, Emil kehler, G. Speidel, and
Benser & Thomas, Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

RUPTURE CURED in from 80 to 90 days
by the use of the Triumph Truss and
Rupture Remedy, manufactured by the
Triumph Truss Co. 1874 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, 1876-05-23

REMovED.-M. Cohn, successor to Liv-
ingston. has moved into the store lately
occupied by Krell's confectionery. he
has all Of the latest styles of hats and caps,
gents furnishing goods, trunks. valises,
etc. 3-9-d6m.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

The case occurred before Magistrate
Chopper. and after Hutchinson had been
released he asked tie reporter to omit any
mention of him. The answer made to him
was that he was ordered to report every
case; that beyond reporting the facts he
had no control over the matter; that he
must report all the facts or lose his situa-
ton, but whether they would go into the
paper or not was not for him 1.-THE report
err to say.
This fellow Hutchinson has made him.
self liable to severe prosecution for his
threat, as he will learn if he is not careful
Neither he or any other ruffian will be
permitted to control this paper, and the
sooner they realize the fact the better il
will be for ali such creatures.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
More Threats from Ruffians.

The other day a gentleman in this city
received. through the mail, the following,
which he has handed to US, viz:
Iowa CITY, May 49, 1876.
DEAR FRIEND S.-Be kind enough to thank Var
Meter for the puff he gave me. At the same time
tell him his neck is not in the safest place. He
promised me he would take no notice OF the trans
action. i will be square with him, and not get
knife in my head. Drop a line Immediately
leave here on Sunday. Respectfully,
THos. HUTCHINSON,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
To-DAYS ADVERTISEMENTS.
EStray Notice.

GAME INTO THE ENCLOSURE OF THE UN-
u dersiened. Sunday morning, May a.
one Bay Mare, two white hind feet, with ring
bone;
years old;
One Black Colt, about years old, white stripe in
face and one white foot
The owner of the above stock can have the same
by paving cost OF care and advertising.
JOHN COTTON.
Port Byron, Ills, May %, 1876. 5-23d1w&w
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

WATER FILTERS. that are
troubled with impure water, can find, by
using one of Don's Water Filters and
Coolers combined, will make it clear, and
cleanse it of all impurities. Also just
received large lot of Refrigerators and
Ice Boxes. DAVID Don, Is West Ills. St
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

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 detecled.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

1t is a rare thing. That medicines
answer to thei- names, but Lacock's Worm
Killer does more, for it expels worms both
dead and alive. This valuable WORM medi-
cine is perfectly safe. entirely vegetable,
and more pleasant and effectual than either
worm candies or vermifuges. Sold by all
druggists
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

THE SOUTHERN HOTEL, ST. LOUIS,
having passed into the hands of Messrs.
Breslin, Darling & Co., of the Gilsey and
Metropolitan Hotels, of New York, will be
completely renovated, decorated and re-
furnished, and kept first class in every
respect. 20d7t
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
kIDDERs AsTHAMA PAsTILEs ia

kIDDER's AsTHAMA PAsTILEs nave,
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. 1926
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

AT the centennial festival, Darts Hall.
tomorrow "wednesday evening. will be
given THE Spirit of rs" or Women's
rights put in practice. A very enjoyable
time is promised to all those who attend.
23dlt,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

Jonas Bear says he will sell new and sty
lish 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, 1876-05-23

There cannot be any doubt that many
have found Freligh's Remedy for Rheuma-
tism of great service, and the letters of
MANY eminent physicians seem ample COM
mendation of it. Neither can there be
much doubt that the man who fines a
remedy for Rheumatism is benefactor.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

For Book BINDING or Ruling, 20 to
The ARGUS Bindery. No better work
can be done 10 this vicinity. Prices reason
able, Work done quick. Leaye orders
at The Argus Counting Room, opposite
| the Post Office. #
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23
The Weather--To-Day,

The following shows the temperature
at The ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in.
dicated bv thermometer:
"A. N, 500 above zero IL $50 above zero
"A. NJ, $40 5P. NJ 700 -
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

Who may Marry, who not; why?
These important questions answered in
DIR. WHITTIER'S MARRIAGE GUIDE,
go pages, illustrated; sent sealed for
80 cts. by mail. Address 617 st. Charles
street, st. Louis, Mo. Consultation
Free. Call or write.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

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, 1876-05-23

ANTHRACITE CoAL.-Hard coal, all
sizes, dry and carefully screened, for sale
by K. G. Frazer. Also Blossburgh coal
for blacksmiths. l5dtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

Printing, Binding and Blank Book work
specialities at THE ARGUS OFFICE. No
pains will be spared to please customers.
Satisfaction guaranteed tt
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-23

1t is always very annoying to congrega.
ton to have person hacking and cough
ing during services. A single dose of DR.,
Kings new discovery relieves the worst
cases.