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check. But all the illusions to this man by
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check. But all the illusions to this man by
The ARGUS were guarded and careful.a and
never contained word to which he or his
friends could justly take exceptions, And
vet he and they have been uttering dire
threats ofrevenge against an innofensive
and excellent young man who was faithfully
doing his duty and struggling to become
useful in his profession And because he did
not, like acoward and craven, take the
blows of his buriy and powerful assailant
and suffer himself to be beaton to jelly
or disgracefully flee for his life, is he to be
punished? The law does not demand
it. Van Meter is a slender boy, not yet out
OF his minority; high spirited, proud of
his good name and his honor, and
courageous in defense of his honor and his
rights. He was hunted by roughs, and set
upon by their bully-a man 10 the full prime
Of his strength; gaint in strengthand a
bruser aud hero in many arowdy fight. To
submit to his blows was to run the risk of
OF life and limb. To flee would cover
the young man with mantle of cowardlce.
The law justifes him in defending himself
even to the taking of life in SO doing The
young man is cast down with sorrow for
the fatal result-but he has done nothing
but what he was fully warranted in doing by
tn law of self preservation, and the Law OF
thcland There is not particle of evidence
to show to thecontrary. And neither this
community, or any other, will suffer the
rowdy element to intimidate any news
paper in the proper discharge of its duty
or permit any editor to be bullied and rur
over with IMMUNITY. The safety of the
lives of all people and the security of theil
property depends upon maintaining ane
preserving law and order in the community
and sustaining all who stand upon thei
rights and their manhood.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
Personal.

Among the arrivals at the Harper House
is Richard Oettel, of Eibenstock, Saxony.
Col Burgh returned from Chicago this
morning and from him we learn that it is
thought in Chicago that the Frysinger and
Severance case is weak one and will not
be sustained by the jury. A continuance
Of the Journal report will be found inside
this paper. All the witnesses have return
cd.
Col A. ". Perry, of Geneseo, is at the
Harper House. His health is much i'm
proved-his winters work on the U. S.
grand Jury hunting up revenue robber:
seems to have agreed with him very well
Maj. Hoffman, of the engineers depart
ment, under Col Macomb, has returned
from the north, and is at the Harper
House.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
Eidpath's History of the United States

For people who have not time to study
theories, to read details, to reason from
cause 10 effect, OF to wade through hun
dreds of pages to End fact, this new and
comprehensive history will be hailed as a
blessing. 1t is new, fresh, and written
with an originality and terseness that will
be admired 1t is complete in one volume
and at. very reasonable price. 1t is
furnished only by subscription The
author is Prof John Clark Ridpath, OF
Ashbury University, Indiana,-and it has
the commentator of practical aud learned
men everywhere, for from it one can be.
come familiar with the history of our coun'
Try in very short time.
Mrs J. G. Brown, the lady having the
right to canvass for Rock Island, Moline
Milan ant Davenport, is stopping at the
Harper House, and will call on citizens ant
exhibit specimens of the work and receiv,
subscriptions.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

Dyspepsia, constipation and biiousness, as wei,
as disorders OF tie nervous system and the organs
OF urination. react by sympathy upon the brain,
frequently causing degree of mental depression
not remotely akin to insanity. The surest way 10
Danish the blues thus produced is to use that un.
failing antidote to bodily irreguarity and gloomi
ness of mind, Hostetter's Stomach Bitters A
course of the great corrective tonic promptly re.
moves the maladies above specified, as we'll as
many others, aud restores the cheerfuness viii il
such characte- istc attendant of the constitution
which is its surest safeguard against disease, and
the best guarantee Of long life. The aged and
infrm, as well as the sick and convalescent derive
inexpresslble comfort and benefit from Its use,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

Only one objection has been made to
Charley Durham for co.oner, viz: he hasn' t
BOYS enough to constitute Jury.
The operatives at Weyerhauser &
Denkmans mill have resumed work on a
graded scale of prices which We believe is
a sort of compromise.
The Davenport Democrat says, few
men in Rock Island can get along without
some hard knocks. but nearly every one 10
Rock Island could get along without Chas.
Knox. He is an undertaken and coroner
in that city"
Tie irrepressible j. NJ. Davies. gen.
eral passenger agent of the Rockford road,
has already made arrangements to run
through cars between Rock Island and
Springfield, during the meetings of the
political conventions. and between Rock
Island and Cincinnati during the meeting
OF the national Republican convention, and
between Rock Island and St Louis during
the national Democratic convention, fol
which he will issue round trip tickets al
greatly reduced rates.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
knights of Pythias.

The committee appointed by the Knights
OF Pythias, in Davenport, reported the fol.
lowing resolutions:
WHEREAS. Brother J. B. Herdman,
Grand Deputy of the knights of Pythias,
for the State of Iowa, has been taken
from US by an untimely fate,
Resolued. That by the death of brotEe,
Herdman. the order has lost an earnest
and energetic worker-the state q trusty
and valued citizen
ResolUed, That we mourn his decease il
the full vigor of his youth, with prospect.
so fair before hin-as the loss of person
al and valued friend, whose heart wa,
ever true 10 all that was noble, and to til,
best interests of our order.
ResotUed, That copies of these resolu
tons be presented to Gem City Lodge No
q, K. of P, of Fort Madison, Iowa, anc
to his relatives and friends.
j. w. GREEN,
JOHN CAMERON,
HENRY KoRN.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
Threats of the Rowdy Element.

The rough and rowdy apologists for
John Staubach's attack upon Van Meter
are threatening that, when Dave gets out
Of Jail we II make it hot for him-he can't
stay in this town" 1t is as we'll for that
element to understand, first as last, that
any demonstration from one of them will
be signal for such a rising of the people
as never was seen here, and a summary
end Of all their rowdy gang. They will
not be permitted to run or rule this city,
or to disturb quiet people in their peace
able persuitS. 1t only needs one repeti-
ton of Staubach's example to cause a
vigilance committee that will end the exis'
tence of all that gang. Let them be
warned in time.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
NERVOUS nEnIIITx.

A depressed, irritable state OF mind ,
. weak nervous, exhausted feeling ,
mo energy or Gnimation, confused
mead, weak memory, often with de-
bnitating, involuntary discharges. Tie
consequence Of excuses, mental overwork or
andiscretieas. This NERVOUS DEBILITY
hnds sovereign cure in HUMPHREYS
HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC, No. 2s.
1t tones up the system, arrests d~ehA eos dispels
the mental gloom and desponden.. mr. rejuve,
mates the entire system. It is penectly harm.
less and always Efficient. Price IS, for a package
Of five boxes and large e. vial of powder, which
Is important in old, ec ions eEses; OF q per single
box. Sold by ALL druggists, or sent by mail
on receipt of price. Address HUMPHREYS
SPECIFIC HOMEOPATHIC MHSVCINE CO,
No. D62 BaoADwAy, n. Y.
~ See large advertisement.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

A WARNING TO CONSERVATIVES. COP
LIVER OIL.-'The well known firm of
HEGMAN & CO.. of New York City,
were the first who introduced in this coun-
try the PURE and UNADULTRATED COP
LIVER On, The established reputation
of Hegman & Co., as skillful and eonscien-
tious pharmaologists, is sufficient guar
antee Of itself of the purity of medicine
prepared by them, and in their prepara-
ton of Cod Liver Oil, they to-day prepare
it in the same careful method as they have
done for the past twenty years. It is
important for invalids to use Cod Liver Oil
with Hegman & Cos trade mark, and not
the inferior mixtures sold under the
pseudonyms of Cod Liver Oil.
Hegman's Cod Liver Oil can be obtained
| at all frst-class druggists throughout the
state Chicago Times.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

STARTLING ANNoUNcEMENT.-Neuralgia
in the head. Paralysis of the brain and
premature death are very frequently
caused by the use oe lead and other
metallic poisons in the hair preparations,
which have been absorbed into the system.
10 the pamphlet which accompanies the
Egyptian Hair Coloring, simple directions
are given, by which any one can detect
poisons. 1t also contains a report of the
Metropolitan Board of Health, showing
which articles are dangerous to health. and
endorsing the above article, which is the
only safe and effectual used. Nosediment
mo poisons-no stains. is not dye.
Address Geo. VIM. Southwick, proprietor,
New York, P. o. box 1888.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

1T works like charm," clean, safe and
delicious to use internally or externally,
and purely vegetable. What is better to
have in the house 10 cases of emergencies
than Renne's Pain Killing Magic Oil?
When there is occasion to try it. use it
freely and thoroughly. and you, my dear
reader. will echo the glad refrain 1T
| works like charm"
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

|. Epstein, the popular Main street jew
eler, has just received fine assortment OF
musical instruments which he offers at
prices that defy competition. Accordeons,
harmonicans, violins, fifes, picolas. musical
merchandise and choice Italian strings in
endless variety. These goods are direct
from first class hands and will be sold al
bed rock prices. aprS-2t.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

There is no sympathy with those
afflicted with Rheumatism, Neuralgia,
Gout and Nervous Headache, when dose
or two of Freligh's Remedy. sold by drug
gists, will effectually cure them. Prepared
by s. O. A. Murphy, 81 Barclay ST., n Y.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

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. i.
This Truss aud 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, 1876-04-10
From the Davenport Democrat, sth.
The Remains cf J. b. Herdman.

AS soon as the kilograms were received
in Fort Madison of the death of Mr. j. B.
Herdman. meetings were called of the
lodges of the Knights of Pythias and |. ..
o. F., of each of which deceased was a
member. and resolutions of sorrow and
coincidence passed, and a committee of one
from each lodge appointed to proceed to
Davenport and take charge of the remains.
The names of the gentlemen are G. j.
Montandon, from the Knights of Pythias,
and A. J. Mccormick, from the |. 0. o.
T. They arrived this morning, and in
company with Messrs. Green. Cameron,
| Moritz, and others, went to Rock Island, to
get the effects of the deceased That in
diyidual bearing the semblance of man,
whose name is Knox, and carries on the
business of undertaking 10 connection with
his duties as coroner, did not even want to
turn them over to the duly accredited
members of the local lodges to which de
ceased belonged, but thought better of il
when they started out to take proceedings
to replevin the property. In Turning over
mans body, this person, Knox, first
it in his pocket, and then handed over the
rest nc Is d very CIftjW person
in money matters, and then these
gentlemen from Fort Madison who came
up here on their sorrowfal mis- ion to bear
the remains of loved and respected
brother to his home, may not be Just
honest enough TO pay him his fees, or the,
might want to haggle with him, yen know
about the price charged. So like very
careful individual, who possibly thought
all the world was composed Of as naucR
AttleResS as Knox, he was not going to give
them any chance to do anything of thai
kind. Some coroners would be just foolisI
enough to hand over al. that money ant
say, Gents, my fees and costs are ST
much, but Knox don't do business in any
such sentimental way.
We are told that brother Odd Fellow
} of Knox has preferred charges against hin
, of conduct unbccolnirg an Odd Fellow
f aud Will press them to trial before tkt
lodge
Messrs Montandnn and Mccormick, Of
: Fort Madison, felt justly indignant when
they learned of the outrageous treatmen,
the body Of their dead brother received al
knox's hands.
They will start with the remains fol
Wilmington, Del. this evening, where tn,
parents of deceased reside.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

HAGAN's MAGNOLIA BALM preserves
and restores the complexion; removes
freckles, tan and sallnwness; makes the
skin soft. white and delicate. Its applica-
ton cannot be detected.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

THE GREAT PANACEA.-In this season
of rheumatism. chilblains, frost bites, etc.,
nothing better can be kept in the house
than Merchants celebrated Gargling Oil
1t is peculiarly adapted to family use, yet
it answers equally as we'll for horses and
other animals 1t is free from stain. and
at the same time very eficacious in all
instances where liniment is required =
Rochester IN. 7. Daily Union and id
1ertiSPr
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

EARTH CLOSETS. The Wakefield earth
closet is said to be the great blessing Of
the 10Th century by those who are so for
tunate as to possess enc. They are not in
tended for invalids alone, many family
in robust health use them iD preference to
a vile privy with obnoxious odors enough to
knock strong man down, much less a
weak woman. The secret of their emitting
no oior lies in the fact that the earth with
which the vessel is filled is a deodorizer
and destroys OF once all offensive odors.
They are portable, and coming into general
use. In the sick room they are an inds
pensable article of furniture Dubuque
Herald
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

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, 1876-04-10

Who may Marry, who not; why?
These important questions answered in
Dr.. WRITER'S MARRIAGE GUIDE,
go plges, illustrated; sent sealed for
;,}Di5. by mail. Address 617 st. Charles
,:reet, st. Louis, Mo. Consultation
rrGc Call or write.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

LADIES throughout the American and
European Continents haye testified to the
excellent remedial virtues of Pozzoni's
Medicated Completion Powder. 1t
imparts to the skin a beautiful transparent
wilderness. 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 E.
Breunert, Emil Kehler, c. Speidel, and
Benser & Thomas, Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

JUST THE WEATHER FOR YOUNG
Ducks, but very bad for consumptives
and people predisposed to pulmonary
weaknesses; to all such the spring season
is very trying, and great care should be
taken to keep the body dry and warm, and
all irritations of the throat and bronchial
tubes allaved at once. The soothing prop
critics of Goes Cough Balsam render it
the consumptlve's best friend. while all
recent cases very readily yield to its cura-
tive power. 1t is pleasant. safe, sure and
cheap.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

CHALLENGE ACCEPTED. Il. John Milan,
an employe of V. Dauber, of this city, have
received challenge from Jack Collins, an
employed of NJ. Corcoran, also of this city,
to do days work turning shoes. l wish to
say that accept the challenge, the money
$1,000 to be left at the Union Office.
JOHN MILAN.
Rock Island, April 5, 1876. 5d5t
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

Just received, at Mitchell & Parsons's
Ladies Silk Cloaks; new Dress Goods;
Prints Embrolderies, &c. Shall be receiv-
ing new goods daily. Fall line Of Ladies
| Underwear at cost to close them out. If
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

REMovED.-M. COIN, successor to Liv-
ingstou. has moved into the store lately
occupied by Krells confectionery. lie
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, 1876-04-10
The Union Down.

1t was all we'll enough for Hope Hose
Co. to display its flag at halt mast,-but
why do il with the Union doom? What
has the Union 1.-THE United States) done tc
call for this indignity?
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

NoTCE,-The Rock Island Stove Com
pany is now getting out some of the Best
Stoves that have ever been brought into
the market. Call and see them, Is West
Illinois street. The Company is now run
ming full, turning out 200 stoves a week
Sample rooms Is West Illinois street. dly
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

THE GRAND UNION" This hotel has
gained wide popularity both on account
OF its eligible stuation-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-
pressage, 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, 1876-04-10
At the meeting the following resolutions
Ob thC hfSGt
we're adopted;

At the meeting the following resolutions
we're adopted;
WHEREAS, BY stroke of misfortune COM
PEELED to mourn the death of our brother, John b.
Staubach; therefore be 1t
Res0tged, AS token of the respect and esteem in
which he, during life and his connection with US as
a member of our department as bold, fearless, and
efficient member, never swerving when duty called
Resolged That the fire department of this city
attend the ceremonies of his burial in a body, to
pay their parting tribute to their much esteemed
ResoEged That the sympathies OF the entire de-
partment be, and the same are hereby rendered to
the fami y of the deceased.
The funeral was held at Staubach' s
house, on Rock River street. this morning,
at 1918 o'clock. 1t was generally under
stood that Father Roles. of St. Joseph
(Catholic) Church, would officiate and
preach the sermon, but that divine refused
on the ground that deceased had not been
consistent member of the church, and
forbid the burial of his remains 10 Calvary
cemetery. Rev. T. j. Holcombe, of Trim
ity (EpiscopaD church, was then sent for,
who preached the serm IN; the services be-
ing held In the bar room of Staubach' s
saloon.
After the funeral services had been fin
i.hed, the firemen formed in open file and
the coffin was then carried through the
ranks to the hearse, the members o. the
fire department bowling with uncovered
heads, and BiehPs band playing funeral
dirge.
The FIRE companies then marched to the
front of the procession. and, headed by
Biehls Rock Island band, proceeded ur
Rock River street to Jefferson, and thence
down Illinois street and out to Chippian
mock cemetery, roundabout way, ant
evidently done to create sentiment il
favor of the deceased
There were So vehicles in the procession
and the fire department in uniform, excep
No. /, which company were in carriage!
and did not appear in uniform. The re
mains were buried in Chippiannock cemo
terry.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

LYONS KATHAIRoN makes beautiful,
glossy. luxuriant hair; prevents its falling
out or turning gray. 1t has stood the test
of 40 years Is charmingly perfumed, aid
has no rival.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

STop that distressing cold with bottle
of Masta's celebrated Balsam. For Sale
by all druggists in Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

The Brunswick Bros, Stephan & Hart
Co., ST. Louis, Cincinnati, and Chicago,
claim to make the finest billiard tables in
use. Orders solicited and promptly filled.
3-l6d2m.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
The Weather--To-Dav.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated hv thermometer:
Z A. N. 90 e'above zero IL SO above zero
GA N. sc 3P. NJ u
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
CITY

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, 1876-04-10

ANTHRACITE CoAL-Hard COAL all
sizes, dry and carefully screened, for sale
by 4. G. Frazer. Also Blossburgh coal
for blacksmiths. l5dtf
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

Jonas Bear says he will sell new and sty
fish 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, 1876-04-10

Court Records and books for county
Offices made in the best manner at THE
ARGUS OFFICE.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
From thursdays Daily. Dec. 10Th.
Are the Police Afraid?

Tuesday night Policeman Brennan ar
rested John Staubach for fighting in
front of the Young America last Sunday
night The trial was set for last evening
at o'clock, before Magistrate Cooper
At that hour no one appeared, neither
Marshal Halves who made the complaint,
or Staubach. and the magistrate could do
nothing. If the marshal does not intend
to prosecute Staubach what did he make
the complaint for? If he had appeared
last evening and testified against him the
magistrate could have fined him and then
if he did not pay the fine send him to Jail.
The excuse now offered for no one being
present to prosecute was that 'Staubach
said he would come up and plead guilty.
This is too tain" If the police are
afraid of Staubach why don't they admit
it-and resign2
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
KIDDER's AsTHAMA PAsT1LEs hav

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 de-
lishuul perfume. Price 40 cents by mail.
Stowell 4 Co. Charleston. Mass. 1920
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Ask your druggist for Grams Fluid
Lightning.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-04-10

In Fridays paper was card from
Marshal Halves showing that Staubach did
appear, to plead guilty, but that it was
after the magistrate had closed his office
for the day.
And 10 Saturdays paper was the follow
ing:
john Staubach appeared before the
magistrate last evening, promptly at 5
O'Clock, and plead guilty to the charge of
fighting in front of the Young America
last Sunday night. He was fined $40
and costs. Gus. Stengel went security
''for the amount, to be paid by Dec. 3lst.
We continued our search back into
November, but found no other illusions tc
Staubach.
Now, We ask, is there anything in al
this which transends the proper province
of newspaper? Not a word. Stau
bach was an acknowledged leader of the
toughest and most rowdy and dangerou:
clement in this city. He had his good
traits OF course,-but he was an acknowl
edged leader of dangerous and unprin
cipled class,-a class which the newspaper
should aid in restraining and holding in