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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
Our County Assessment.

1t is probably high compliment to the
assessors in the various townships in the
county that the committee on equalization
(Chamberlin, Grenel, Reid and Sweeney
Sup'r. Wright, the other member declined
to sign David Reds homeopathic report,
could find only slight change which they
thought ought to be made. The mathe'
matical supervisor from Moline evidently
desired to exhibit his superior skill in
''fggers' or show that his judgment was
better than that of the men who made the
assessment, and therefore he made up a
little table of and per additions and
deductions and recommended its adoption
The pragmatical assistant from this town
backed Dave with all his might-and
Chamberlin and Grenell signed for about
the same reason the girl married the
''feller" she didn't like, viz: to get rid Of
Dave 1t is said that Dave sat up the
entire night Monday night to fix his
and per cent additions and deductions sc
they would equalize. When the thinl
was reported Sup'r. Whitney, of Buffalo
Prairie, made a verbal motion to amend
the report by substituting the assessment
as made by the township supervisors
There was good deal of discussion owe
this, and it was finally carried by larg,
majority. The question was then raised
as to whether the vote adopted the repor
as amended, and our worthy chairman
head wasn't quite clear on that point, ant
therefore Mr. Grenell introduced the reso
luton found in the proceedings. Tn
clerk fails to make any record of Sup'r
Whitney's motion or the vote on it. Mr.
GreMll didn't think it necessary to hir
clerks to made these changes, especial,
assessment would be any more equal i
made He therefore introduced the reso
luton which will be found in this paper, and
as reported by the clerk, aud which passe,
without even call of yeas and nays
This appears to US high compliment e
the township assessors, and rather de
cided opinion that the | and 2 per cent
changes were unnecessary. 1t seems t
US, also, an evidence of the practical goo,
arising from the county meetings o
assessors held in the spring and the yerba
but unofficial understanding regarding tn
basis on which their work should be pei
formed.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
NERVOUS DEBILITy.

A depressed, irritable state OF mind
. weak, nervous, exhausted feeling,
no energy or animation; confused
head, weak memory, often with de-
bilitating, involuntary discharges. The
consequence Of excuses, mental overwork or
indiscretions. This NERVOUS DEBILITY
finds o sovereign cure in HUMPHREYS,
HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC, No. IS.
1t tones up the system, arrests discha W, dispels
the mental gloom and despondens. nu rejuve-
mates the entire system. 1t is perectly harm
less and always efficient. Price IS, for package
OF i've boxes and a large q vial Of powder, which
is important in DID, serious cases. or 81 per single
box, Sold by ALL Druggists, or sent by mail
on receipt Of price. Address HUMPHREYS,
SPECIFIC HOMEOPATHIC MAVCINR Co.
No. sea BROADWAY, N. Y.
~ See large advertisement.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

IINREsERvED AUCTION. the Messrs.
Gates, of the Boston Bazaar, have finally
concluded to institute a great closing out
auction sale Of their immense stock of dry
goods that escaped the disastrous fire that
occurred in their store some time ago,
aud therefore announce that on Saturday,
July s, at | o'clock P. NJ, they will com.
mence an unreserved sale of their entire
stock, and continue each afternoon and
evening until the entire stock is sold
Everybody should make it point to al
tend, as this sale will be the most positive
sale that has ever occurred in the city anC
the stock is as yet complete Mr., Lundy
of course, will WELD the hammer 7dwt
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
The Facts as to Osterberg. >

The gentleman who wrote an article for
the Gazette under the above heading, is
probably the same person who wrote the
communication for the Union signed 'Mer-
chant At any rate he is evidently more
anxious about the money he wants to make
out Of the road than as to whether Rock
Island is to be benefited or injured. THE
ARGUS has rather more interest in Rock
Island and its welfare than he has, and
understands the interests Of Rock
Island better than he does. The
ARGUS favors and always has
favored the extension of the road, but it
does not, for that reason, favor the
swindles, speculations and robberies of
Osterberg, Skinner & Co. The gentleman
who kindly wrote the article for the Gazette
Tin the interest of his ringl says:
THE facts are, that Mr.. Osterberg is
being heartily sustained in Germany, by
those whose interests he has represented
and protected.
Perhaps so-we shall see about that by
and by. Our opinion is that he is not
sustained and that he will never be seer
here again. unless to pick up his dirty
shirts. We shall know better about that
when letters are received from Frankfort
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

The great clearance sale at Loeb's has
now fairly begun, and already crowds
throng the establishment daily in search OF
bargains in frstclass clothing, gents
furnishing goods, etc, now being offered
at this popular establishment The goods
offered are custom made and guaranteed
to be superior in style and material to any
in the three cities MIR. Loeb also pro-
poses to reduce his stock Of, pieae goods
and for that purpose has cut down prices
in the merchant tailoring department from
% to 40 per cent unfit August lst After
that date the sale will close, as the store
now occupied by him must positively be
vacated at thardate, Call and examine
the stock + YOU want 6rst-class goods at
bottom prEeS. dtf-2
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
The Now York Times SAWS.

"Mr. SchuiZ points ont that Hendricks is the pet
candidate Of the nationists, and that il the Demo
cratic ticket We're elected there would stand be-
tween the presidential chair and the leader OF the
inhauonists only one rather feeble human life. "
Aud the New York World points out
that Vice President Ferry is the pet candi-
date of the infationists, and that there
stands now between the presidential chair
and the leader of the inhationists only one
rather feeble human life. Also that the
Republican senate, after being fully warned
Of this and of Mr.. Ferry's rag-money
views, kept him in the chair.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

THE GRAND UNIoN.-New York
This hotel has gained wide popularity
both on account of its eligible situation-it
being directly opposite the Grand Central
Depot-and the excellent manner 10 which
lis kept. By stopping at this house,
guests save the heavy expense of carriage
hire and expressage, baggage being carried
to and from the depot without charge. II
is first class 10 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, 1876-07-12
River News.

The Alex. Mitchell went up to-day
aud took two cars Of freight from the p.
& r. |.
The Redwing passed down this morning,
leaving 200 sacks Of wheat for Sears's mill,
and one car Of oats for the p. & r. l.
The Diamond 10 is expected up to-day.
Tie Pearl passed down with raft aud
the Robert Ross brought one down for
keator & Co.
The Mountain Belle passed up this
morning,
Following is the stage of the water at {
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
POLICE COURT.
Before e. C, Chopper, Police Magistrate

Officer Metsch, yesterday afternoon, ar
rested tramp named John Sullivan, for
vagrancy Fined SIS and costs. No money.
Permitted to leave town.
VIM. Burris was, this morning, COM
planned of by Sarah Burns Iboth colored)
for using abusive language. Officer Bren-
nan arrested him, but as the evidence was
insufficient to convict he was discharged.
Amanda Hubbard (colored) was arrested
by Officer Feeley, on complaint of Fanny
Rogers (colored) for slapping her child, 10
the colored Baptist church, Sunday night,
aud fined S. and costs, for which she gave
security.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

Why WILL YOU SUFFER from Rheuma-
tism. Sprains, Stiff Joints, Swellings-
Burns, Scalds or Weak Back, when the
Centaur Eminent affords certain relief.
Many articles soothe pain to a certain ex-
tent, but the Centaur Liniment cures.
The White Liniment is for the human
family, the Yellow Liniment is for horses
and animals,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

Cross AND SICKLY CHILDREN can be
made healthy and strong by regulating their
stomachs and bowels with Castoria 1t is
more effective than Castor Oil and is as
pleasant to take as honey. For Wind
Collie, Sour Stomach, Worms and COST
veness, there is nothing in existence equal
to Castoria,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

A meeting of the Reform Club will be
held at Killers Hall on Wednesday eve
ming July 18th at o'clock.
An address will be delivered by Senator
j. II. Murphy, of Davenport.
The Club will march in procession to the
hall, headed by Biehls band
All those wishing to join may be enroll
ed after the address.
Let there be a good attendance.
BY ORDER OF COMMITTEE.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

Referring to Chincho- Quinue, [ wish to
say that it is all that is claimed for it, 1t
is an admirable preparation, having all
Objectionable qualities. use it largely in
my practice. -E, B, STUART. NJ. D.
Montgomery. Teas.
Can be procured of all first class
druggists
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

Supervisor Grelell presented the follow
ing resolution and moved its adoption.
ResOlCed, That the several assessments in the
county Of Rock Island be and they are hereby de
clared equalized by this board a. returned by the
assessors Of the several townships. Carried
On motion OF Supervisor Reid Rule e
was suspended until tomorrow at II o.
clock, to allow the reading and referring OF
bills.
Board adjourned until tomorrow morn,
ing at 9 O'Clock
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

Quinine can be taken without taste by
mixing in "Quinine Elixir" Cheap. Bet
ter than pills. Druggists keep it, Manu-
featured by Allairie, Woodward Il Co.
Peoria, III. 5-l9mwf&wly
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
The Weatner--To-Day.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
dicated bv thermometer:
IA. n, 767 above zero ~ sc above zert
| "a. NJ, $50 3P. M $50
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

WATER FILTERs.-Parties 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 re
ceived large lot of Refrigerators and Ice
Boxes. DAVID Don, Is West Ills. st.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
STOP YOUR GRUMBLING =!

l. BAMBERCER, the Popular Ciothier, opp. the
Harper House. is the only man in town who never
complains Of dull times Why!
LIST. Because he is selling the Best Goods at
LOWEST PRICES.
3D. Because he deals fair and honorable with
everybody!
Sd. Because he never misrepresents piece of
goods, and had rather lose the sale of it
4th. Because he never makes the People be-
ieve that he is selling Below Cost, -
9Th. Because he is always obligeing to his
Customers!
The above Reasons account for his success in
business. Call and examine for yourselves
I. BAMBERGER.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
Personal.

Mr.. Robert Baty, of Milwaukee, manu-
facturer of artificial limbs, arrived in town
this morning and is stopping at the Har-
per House.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
Ho! for the Centennial.

The Peoria & Rock Island Railway has
now on sale, Centennial Excursion tickets
good for sixty (60) days via all the popu
lar routes Call and examine route books
guide books. maps, &c.
JAS. V. MAHoNEY, Gen'l TIKI Ag't
w. \. JARVIS. Gen'l Ag't 5-29d3l u
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

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, 1876-07-12

kIDDER's AsTHAMA PAsTILEs have,
without any putting or extravagant prom
Use, quietly worn their way to public favor,
andnow are afording 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 4 Co Charleston. Mass. 1870
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

For SALE.-Two good mich cows, very
gentle and young. Apply to W. D..
Crockett, Longview Stock Farm, Coal
Valley township. 7-8-dlw
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
A Busy Place.

1t is busy place at the upper G. r. |.
& p. depot in this city from 6 to $50 in
the morning when trains arrive and depart
as follows:
From Racine and Milwaukee at G. 90 A.
NJ from st. Louis at 620; from Chicago
at c. 25; and leave for the west at 6. 80
Western Union freight leaves at us A.
NJ; G. r. I. & p freight west at 7. Is A. NJ,
usually in sections three separate trains)
St. Louis train leaves at $50 A. M; Chi
cago train at $50; Sterling at S.25; Racine
at S.35.
Western Union accommodation arrives
at $50 A. NJ, Sterling accommodation
train arrives at S.50A. NJ Total, ii trains
in q hours. All these trains carry pas
sengers.
The Carlnvile CID Democrat seems
| tie speak from experience when it says:
1T is remarkable fact that if an item
happens to have been clipped out of pap.
err, a woman loses all interest in everything
else that is in that paper, and concentrates
| her attention upon tho item that ism I
there. She will look above it, under it, and
around it, and will exhaust herself in
efforts to guess what could have occupied
that empty space. Then she will wonder
who cut it out, and ten to one its absence
will engender in hel mind some horrible
suspicion concerning her husband. Finally
she will throw down the sheet with the
declaration that she cant find any interest
10 newspaper when the only thing she
wanted to read had been cut ont
AMERICAN bellies. America is justly
proud of her beautiful ladies', but how
many mar their beauty, and lose theil
health and youth, become pIematurely
old in appearance, by neglecting to take
proper care of their teeth. There can b.
no excuse for this, as SoZoDoNT, pro
nounced by all worthy place between tht
sweetest lips, can now be had in all civi
liked countries.
Spalding's Glue, useful and Away
lready,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
A Republican Newspaper on a Repub
licap ADMINISTRATION.

The Chicago Journal, of last evening,
says:
POSTMASTER General Jewell has resigned
his place in the cabinet 1t is the result
of one of President Grants tantrums. He
has quite too many of these of late. Hon.
J. \. Tyner, Of Indiana. the second asss
tant postmaster general, will be appointed
as Governor Jewels successor. 1t is
proper to remark in this connection that
neither the Republican party nor any man
or party Of good sense is now a-days re-
sponsible for President Grants actions
We doubt very much whether he himself
is responsible for the acts. The hot wealth
er has apparently turned his brains into
sour milk"
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
LADIES throughout the American and

LADIES throughout the American and
European Continents have testified to the
excellent remedial virtues Of Pozzoni'
Medicated Complexion Powder. 1t
imparts TO the skin beautiful transparent
whiteness makes it deicately soft and
smooth, removes freckles, tan, and allays al
irritation. Sold wholesale and retail by
J. A Pozzoni, StLouis, Mo-, and by (
Breunert, Emil kehler, c. Speidel, >and
Benser & Thomas, Rock Island.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

One OF THE VERY BEST of the new
hotels in Philadelphia is the Grand Expo
sition Hotel, corner Lancaster and
Girard avenues, a location very near
the centennial grounds, and yet in a
very pleasant and quiet neighborhood. 1t
is supplied with all improved appliances,
such, for Instance, as those admirable
earth commodes made by the
Wakefield Co, of \. Y. Hence danger
from malarie, from sewer gas, ETC., is
much re1uced During the hot months,
such points are of great note. The hotel
also has most efficient manager in M.
Riley, late of the Continental Hotel, Phila.
delphia. The buildings are entirely OF
brick, and at the close of the exhibition
they can be arranged into private
dwellings, The hotel is the largest in the
world, is conducted on the European plan,
and is cheaper than any other frst-class
hotel 1t is only Is minutes drive from
the celebrated Belmont Driving Park and
Race Course.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

The latest Geographic news can always
be found in the DAILY ARGUS,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

THE MERRY DAYS OF OLD. In reading
Of the middle ages one is struck by the
accounts given of feats of strength, &C., of
the life actors of those times The suits
of armor worn, would certainly indicate
the possession of greater physical strength
than is developed by men in these latter
days What wrought the change? Men
lived in the merry days more outdoor
lite than this advanced civilization of ours
can afford. There is greater consumption
of brain matter,and that increased demand
on mental and physical power necessitates
the use of pure vegetable, stimulant
tonic, such as the Home Stomach Bitters.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

And the above is the opinion Of Re-
publican newspaper whose editor IAN
drew Shuman) is the Republican candi
date for lieut. governor of this state
How do the friends of Grants administra-
ton like it? We knew that the people
generally rspudiated the Republican ad-
ministration and propose to elect Tilden
and Hendricks and inaugurate real re
form, but we were not prepared to see the
Journal so emphatic in relation to the mat
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
A Man Wanted !

A STEADY, FAITHFUL MAN CAN HAVE A
~ permanent place, with board and washing, at
fair wages, 20 commence August 1-t Must be able
20 take care Of and drive horses well and to do all
Quired. Address Box Gl2, Rock Island Post OF
Zee I-dlW
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Fluid Lightning leaves no scars.

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, 1876-07-12

Renne's Paln-Killing Magic Oil is a po-
tent medicinal agent When freely used
as directed, it penetrates through the alb
sorbents to the seat of pain, causing free
circulation and giving to the weakened
and over strained cords and muscles new
life and elasticity. Try it for sprains and
bruises.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12
EQUAIIZED PERSONAL.


Respectfully submitted,
JEREMIAH CHAMBERIIN.
Il. NJ, GRENELL,
DAVID .. REID.
W. l.. SWEENEY,
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

RUPTURE CURED in from 80 to 80 days
by the use of the Triumph Truss and
Rupture Remedy, manufactured by the
Triumph Truss Co. 334 Bowery, n. 7.
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, 1876-07-12
Wednesday july u. 1876.
Railroad Time Table.
PEORIA q ROCK ISLAND RAILWAY.
CHICAGO. RocK BLAND b PACIFIC B. 3
saoRrEsr ROUTE TO 1HE EAST AND SOUTH.

GOING EAST TRAINS LEAVE
At 8 40 q. m. 1870 p, m. and 1000 p. m. Train
arrive from west as above.
soINe WEST TRAINS LEAVE
At B:25 g. m. ; 9.55 a. m, and 800 p. m. Trail
arrive from the east as above.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-12

who may Marry, who not; why?
These important questions answered in
Dir. WHuTTIER'S MARRIAGE GUIDE,
$50 pages, illustrated; sent sealed for
50 cts. by mail. Address 6l7 St. Charles
street, st. Louis, Mo. Consultation
Free. Call or write.
The home journal. (Winchester, Tenn.) 1858-188?, 1876-08-17

MANY who ARE suffering from the effects of the
warm weather and are dcbilitated, are advised by
physicians to take moderate amounts Of whisky
two or three times during the day. In u little
while those who adopt this advice frequently in
crease tho number of drinks" and IN time he.
come confirmed %incbuat,s. A beverage which
will not create thirst fl Intoxicating liquors, and
which is intended especially for the benefit Of de.
bilitatcd persons whether at home or abroad, is
DR.. Sclcnck's Sea Weed Tonic. Containing the
juices of many medicinal herbs, this preparation
does not create an appetite for the Intoxicating
cup. The nOurishing and the lifr-supporting prop
critics Of many valuable natural productions con-
tanned in it and well known to medical men have
a most strengthening influence. A single bottle nj
the Tonic will demonstrate its val liable qualities.
For debility arising from sickn,s ~, over exertion
or from any cause whatever, a wincgIassful Of Sea
Weed Tonic taken after meals will strengthen
the stomach and create an appetite for wholesome
food. To all who are about leaving their homes,
we desire TO say that the excellent effects of DR.
SChcnck's scasOnahlc remedies, Sea Weed Tonic
aud Mandrake Pills, are particularly evident when
taken by those who are injuriOusly affected by A
change OF water and diet. No person should leave
home without taking a supply of these safeguards
along. For sale by all Druggists.
+. j. HART " co., Nos. ~, rs and II Tchoni-
toulas St, New Orleans, Wholesale Agents.
The home journal. (Winchester, Tenn.) 1858-188?, 1876-08-17
THE ERUPTION OF VOLCANOES.
Tn" Real Cause suii u Mystery The
Modern HIs poibcsis.

The RcvucS cicntiRquc of July lst, CON
tains an interesting chapter, quoted from
II work on volcanoes by NJ, X. Fuchs.
The author, after reviewing all the diff
fcrcnt theories hitherto in vogue, dis
tinctIy rcpudiates the notion that vol.
| canoes are In communication with the
center of the earth The real causc of
eruption, he says, is still n mystery, The
modern hypothesis, which supposcs the
center of the earth to he solid, but en-
vcIOpcd by a stratum Of rocks IN u state
of aqueous fusion, over which lies the
hardened crust we inhabit, answers pref
ty nearly TO the facts brought to light
by recent investigation, 1t is not to be
doubted that eruptiOns are owing to the
struggle between the vapOrs contained IN
the volcanic focus and the masses of
lava that stop their issue. These will
absorb a large quantity Of the former,
but in the end they get saturated, and
the remaining vapOrs force n passage to
the terrestrial surface. The origin of
these vapOrs is stated TO be the sea,
which provides the volcanic focus with
the requisite steam. In support OF this
view, the author points TO the fact that
active volcanoes are almost exclusively
situated nea the sea coast. Out of one
hundred and thirty-ninc that have had
crupti0ns since the middle of the last
century ninety-cight are i%nsular, and
nearly all the others are close TO the
coast. Another argument in favor of
the inliltratiOn of sea water is this: that
the chemical constitution of volcanic va
pors comprises all the substances that
distinguish sea water from fresh, and
even in the samc proportions, The real
volcano is the invisible focus situated in
the c~ntrails of the earth, and not the
mcrceratcr exposed in view. The noun
tain is nothing but Il sort of chimney,
formed by and for the passage of the
lava, and it e~ncl0ses Il vast space, where
the lava accumuIates from time to time
until it is exploded by the steam. We
may here state that these views coincide
with those explained by DR., MOntucri
in his Questions Scientiique, in which
he considers the various focuses OF vol
canic activity as 50 many "uIccrS" OF
the terrestrial globe, and not reaching
further down than n couple OF miles be-
low the level OF the sea.