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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Saturday Nights Dispatches.
NEW yoRx

New YORK, Dec. %. The New England
Society enjoyed this evening its twenty
second annual dinner The attendance was
as large and distinguished as ever. Presi
dent Hayes entered, leaning upon the arm
of President Borden and was received
with three hearty cheers. Dinner dis
posed of. President Porter, of Yale Uni
versity. gave thanks and prayer for wis
dom and success to the Chief Magistrate
Of the nation and blessings through his
government. After allusion to the death
of Moses H. Grinnell, the chairman an
nounced the first toast, "The day we cele
hrate,' and said he did so with more
pleasure as the Chief > Magistrate was
present. VIM. M. Evarts, Secretary of
state, responded briefly.
Mr.. Evarts referred to the subject of
public services and said: On that there
should be no step backward. Applause. I
Such is human nature that, in the lan-
guage of Burk, by whatever path great
places of state are to be reached by public
men. that path win be trod for the nation.
There is, however, good fortune in the
future. To start with, they have a presi-
dent who never entered on devious paths
and does not mean to. [Great applause
The toast of the president of the United
States was received with immense
enthusiasm, the entire assembly rising and
waving handkerchiefs and cheering the
president
President Hayes said:
Mr. President and Gentlemen: | trust
that you will excuse me if, adhereing tC
the rule that long since adopted as tC
speaking on occasions like this. refrain
altogether from touching upon the inter
esting topics which the occasion suggest:
and which your kindness to me now sug
gests. beg merely 10 make my acknowl
edgment to you for your great kindness
and to say to you that l am in the fulles
and heartiest sympathy with what l be
leve to be the best sentiments of New
England men, of the descendants of New
England men Iapplausel, and to say tha
among the recollections | have which ar
most cherished are those most associated
with the names. lives aud hopes of m.
New England ancestors. Great applause
Several other toasts were then read AM
responded to. Letters were received
from Gen. Sherman, LongfeIlow, Whit
tier, Holmes, Thos. Appleton, of Boston
and Mark Twain Mr.. Appleton's lette
was read by his brother Nathan Appleton
and the dinner was ended
On Jan. 5, Capt. A. II. Bogardus, tn
champion wing shot of the world, wi
essay the task Of breaking 5000 glas
balls in 500 consecutive minutes at Gi
more Garden. This will be marveliou
display of skill and endurance. There ar
$2,50O!staked on the result, the Captain a
usual being his own backer. The cor
! ditions are as follows: The balls to
: sprung from two or more traps and to b
! broken in the air.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

The public cautioned against another coun-
erieit which has lately made its appearance called
W. B. Farrell's Arabian Liniment, the most danger
Gus of all the counterfeits because his having the
name OF Farrell, many viii buy it in good faith,
and they will perhaps only discover their error
when the spurious mixture has wrought its evil eff
fects
The genuine article is manufactured only by Fl.
G.. Farrell, sole inventor and proprietor, and whole
sale druggist No. II Main street, Peoria, Illinois,
to whom all applications for Agencies must be ad-
dressed. Be sure you get it with the letters H G.
before Farrell's thus-H. G. FARRELL'S-and his
signature on the wrapper, all other are counter
feiis
Sold by all druggists and by regular authorized
agents throughout the United States.
| EY- Price 20 and so cents, and 81 per hottie.
| AGENTS WANTED in every town, village and
hamlet in the United Statss, in which is not al
| ready established. Address II. G.. Farrell as above
| accompanied with good character, responsibility
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Casualties.

CINCINNATI, Dec 22.-An explosion
occurred in the cellar OF Heuck's Variety
Theatre to night, severely injuring Chas.
Rothans, one of the proprietors, The ex-
piosion was caused by defect in the gas
pipe.
RANDOLPH. Mass, Dec. 22.-Mrs. Cath
crime Ryan who, with her children, was
overcome by coal gas the other night, died
this evening. making the sixth victim.
HARTFORD, Conn, Dec ga runa-
way horse, this evening, dashed against
the railroad crossing gate at the foot Of
Asylum Hill, hurting the gate so violently
round upon the sidewalk that Mrs. Mannix
and her son, aged l3. were felled to the
ground. The boy was instantly killed and
the mother is. not expected to survive.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Holiday Presents,

&. Krell has just received from Mail
lard, of New York, 500 pounds of fine
French candies, 500 pounds of mixed styles,
pure sugar candies. He has Kranz' S
Caramels and home made candies fresh
every day. Also fine assortment OF orna
meats for Christmas trees and the largest
assortment of toys, hobby horses, sleds,
etc., ever offered for sale in the city. Free
exhibition of mechanical toys every even
ing. His nuts, fruits, Malaga grapes. Cal
ifornia pears aad oranges are all fresh and
will be sold at prices to suit the times.
Save money by examining his stock before
purchasing elsewhere. 81 % "a
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
NOTES HERE AND THERE.
The ice men are anxiously consulting
the almanacs.

The ice men are anxiously consulting
the almanacs.
The post Office will be closed to
morrow from 10 A. M. until the evening
mail.
Anything for change, to-day it is
rain and mud-s.'Tb mud we have with
US always"
The Indiana state democratic conven-
ton has been called to meet at Indianapo-
lis FEBRUARY goth next.
Bad time. for stock men. Over two
hundred stock cars cucumber the yard of
the c.. r. |. & P. waiting for change in
the weather.
Josh Billings says, poverty is not the
best thing In the world to have, but it
seldom makes a fool of man, while
wealth very often does.
The German government is about TO
commence experiments with the telephone.
with view to introducing that instru-
ment into the government telegraphic
service.
According to the report of the commits
sioner of Internal Revenue, Illinois has
l0,54S saloons, which gives Chicago
nearly one.third of the whole number in
the state.
Mr.. Holmes Hakes says his new paper
mill at Milan is being pushed rapidly for
ward to completion. Nothing but the sue.
cess of the Milan paper company has in
duced the building of this new mill.
Mayor Ely, of New York, has cited
certain commissioners before him fol
1 ho Of faio ~
Good example for every Mayor who sees
his fellow citizens forced to wallow il
mud.
The installation OF the officers of Trio
Lodge No. 81, A. E. & A. NJ will take
place on Monday evening, Dec 3lst
1t will be public to masous and their fam
lilies only, A supper and soclable will
fellow. By order of Committee.
If you are prospering in business ant
making money, say nothing about it, |
you work hard and fortune frowns, tax
the advice Vanderbilt gave an inquirer
work hard aud say nothing about it. y
Ioaoo State Register.
The faculty of Amherst College wer'
buying a $4,000 organ when Boston phil
anthropist told them to get one worth twiC,
that ana ne would Ioot the Datance. Ill
didn't foot worth cent, and the facult,
: are living on bean soup and saving thei
salaries to pay the remainder er-Detroi
Free Press.
1t requires an unusual amount O
| good nature in the make up of merchan
> to look happy just about these times; ye
there are three or four on Second avenu
) who smile just as audibly as of old. An
: with all our grumbling they say sales thi
5 year are as good and in some instance
: better than they were last year at thi
e time.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Inaian Affairs

DEADwooD, D. T.. Dec. % " esterday
the inhabitants of Spearfsh valley were
startled by the sudden appearance of a
large herd of Indian ponies dashing
through the valley. A careful recon
noisance showed that there was no attend
ants with them, and ranchmen and others
Immediately started out 20 capture them.
1t is the opinion that they belong to camp
of Sioux located on the Belle Fourche.
Three companies of the third cavalry
A. B. and T. under command of Maj
Evins, arrived here to-day and proceeded
to Centennial prairie, where they wen
into camp. Scouting expeditions will be
sent out in different directions to deter
mine the location of the Indians wht
committed the depredations on the north
ern routes lately.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
rursI FursI Fnrsi

T. Richter the Davenport furrier, is
Offering his entire stock of furs, at 25 per
cent less than cost on account of the warm
weather. These furs are of bis own man
ufacture and elegantly made, tasty in
appearance and of the very latest styles.
The finest stock this side of Chicago.
Call and select set of furs for your wife
or sweetheart. Remember that the pres
ent low prices are for the holidays only.
Competitors defied to duplicate prices for
same class of goods.
7. RICHTER,
323 Second street,
2l-3t Davenport, Iowa
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

The ARGUS JOB PRINTING Rooms
turn out Cards, Circulars, Note Heads
Bill Heads, Law Briefs, and all Other
kinds of Printing, 10 the highest style of
the art, and on tie most reasonable terms.
And THE ARGUS Book BINDERY is doing
all kinds Of work 10 that line. neat, quick
and cheap. The friends OF the paper and
the public generally are invited to give our
work trial. dwtf
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
The TonrEh Ward Co.

The second annual ball of the Fourth
ward hose company occurs on Monday
evening. Dec Oath, at Hiller's Hall.
Preparations are making to have the affair
an entire success, and no pains Will be
spared to provide for the comfort of those
who attend. Bleuer's excellent orchestra
has been engaged which guarantees good
music. Tickets enc dollar; supper extra.
Clio 14-l7-20&24.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
OHIO.

TOLEDO, Dec. ga fire occurred to-
night at No. POS Summit street, owned by
w. T. Walker, and occupied by Buchmar
& Mallett, carpet dealers. Loss on build
ing. $4,000; insured. The stock, esti
mated at 25.0O0.is total loss; insurance
$4,000, The adjoining building, coupled
by B. Meilink & Co., and j. T. Southard
& Son, wholesale and retail furniture, wal
damaged by water about $1,000; covered
bY insurance.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

MEMPHIS, Dec. ga horrible accident
occurred at 8 80 this morning on Alabama
street. Detective William G. Pride, who
while half asleep imagined he heard a
burglar at the window, took a pistol
from under his pillow, and in attempting
to cock it the weapon was discharged. the
ball passing through the body Of his fve
months old child and also through the
body of his wife, causing death to both in
few hours An inquest is now being
LII
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

At this season of the year Coughs. Colds.
Hoarseness, and other affections of the
Throat and Lungs prevail Madame
Zadoc Porter's CavdtiUe BalSGns is vala
able remedy. No family should be with
out bottle in the house. 1t is only Is
cents, and will be found worth as many
dollars for the cure of the above complaints.
It is for sale by all Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

ADMIRED BY ALL-Every person who
has used Dr. Prices American Perfumes
admire them. His Pet Rose is charming
the fragrance of sweet blossoms; his
Alista Bouquet, delicateIy delightful
odor of dainty buds: while his Flora
Riches surpass in rich, fresh, flowery odor
any Cologne or toilet water eyer made.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Closing of a Savings Bank.

Boston, Dec. 24-The savings bank
commissioners enjOined the Taunton
savings bank from doing further business.
The bank has 81 ,494,5I3, assets. with 81,
353. 763 liabilities. The weak condition OF
the bank is due to depreciation of loans on
mortgages.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
CannDhOrine J

Is the most effectual remedy sold, is luxury to
use gives the beet satisfaction gives instant relief,
will not grease stain the most delicate fabric,
has a pleasant and refreshing odor. IL will imme-
diately relieve and cure Rheumatism, Chronic and
Acute: Neuralgia and Catarrh, Headache and
Sweled Face Sore Throat. Sprains and Bruises,
Bnpions and Chiblains, Eruptiona of the Skin,
Pain in Chest, Back or Limbs, Burns and Scalds.
For sale hY al Drnggiets.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
2l-3t

Some of the greatest rascalities of the
world are achieved by the use Of impure
and poisonous materials in articles of cur
rent use. 1t has been the noble aim of tht
manufacturers of Dooley's Yeast Powder
to make an absolutely pure article, which
should be boon to every household. Lit
tie more than half the usual quantity, and
makes the most delicious bread and
Dastrv
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

DR.. Sabine's Indian Vegetable Cough
Syrup" is the infallible remedy for coughs.
colds, hoarseness, and all diseases of the
bronchial organs. Try a bottle. For
sale by druggists generally. 6-4dIy.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Our BOARDIIG HOUSB |

With cast including the principal original hits,
comprising the very first Comedy Company In the
world.
E9-0BSERyE ESPECIALLY-This is the SOLg
AND ONLY Company In tie United States which
has the right to plas this charming Comedy.
kB. ADMISSIONS cents, 70 cents and 81 90,
Matinee 50 cents to all parts of the house.
Seats for sale at Crsmptou's Bookstore. without
extra charge. 21d3t
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Arrest of Post Master at Morrissonville

arrest OF Post master at Klorr1sSonv1lle,
Illinois.
ST. LOUIS. Dec 24-Mr. Buxton. pest
master at Morrissonville, Christian Co.,
ILL.,, was arrested by special Agent Viii
liams this morning for detain-
ing aud destroying mail matter
from St. Louis, Chicago and Decatur.
Buxton is a merchant at Morrison
vile as we'll as post master, and is said to
be well off, and the drafts destroyed were
drawn on him by parties here and else
where and sent to the Morrisonville bank
for collection. He confessed TO destroy
ing letters containing drafts from
Spauuhoorst Il Hackman, of this city He
was taken to Springfield to-day for ex-
animation before U. S. Commissioner
Adams. The matter was worked up by
Postmaster FiIley, of this city.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

R1 Binding of every description done
on close figures at The ARGUS bindery
All kinds of printing cheaper than else
where in the three cities. First class work
guaranteed. #
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
WASHINGTON.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 24.-Public depart
ments closed at noon, there will be little
else than routine business done until after
New Years; many officials have gone
home to spend Christmas, Secretary
Sherman left for New York this A NJ.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

The Colonnade Hotel. Philadelphia, Is a
model establishment. 1t is superb in both
style and appointment and its table and
service cannot be excelled. y
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Malicious vilIainv.

Boston, Dec. 24.-Cornelius Tobin
threw a lighted kerosene lamp at Mrs.
Mary L. Mekegan, setting her clothes on
fire, and she was burned TO death. Tobin
has been arrested.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Il. G. FARRELL'S ARABIAN LINIMENT
far beyond any similar remedy.


Mr.. II G. Farell-Dear Sir; Actuated by sense
OF gratefulness, I submit the following as an in
stance OF the utility of your great medicine. My
child, three years old, suddenly attacked with
terrible disease, which in less than six hours
Frustrated it to total heplessness, The limbs be-
came so rigid that not a joint could be bent the
flesh turned black and cold and entirely deprived
OF feeling; the eyes fixed, partially closed aud al
together blind following this was deafness to9all
sounds; the spine became contracted and go curved
that when lying on its back the head and heels only
touched. Indeed, the chlld presented every ap-
pearance of being dead. Immediately on the at
tack, the family physician was called in, and for
three weeks he labored TO restore it to feeling, but
all In vain, althouA it blistered dozen times
and various rubefacient Liniments applied. A con-
sultatiOn OF physicians was then held, but to no
purpose, the case was then brought before the
Medical Society, but nothing could be suggested
which had not already been done, and the doctor
then told ME he could do nothing more. we then
commenced applying your Lnimept freely over the
entire length of the spine, and you may imagine q
parents Joy, when, after few applications, re-
turning animation apparent, anu it rapidly re-
covered with the exception of the sight. which did
not become perfect for near month. The child is
now healthy and robust can lie. i've other
cases of the same kind occurred previously in my
neighboorhood, all of which died, when there is no
| doubt If your Liniment had been used they would
| have recovered. HENRY @. CLELAND,
| Peoria
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
indian Affairs.

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 24-A Tuscon
dispatch says about 130 Indians camped
near Janos Sonora recently. Sonora
troops attacked them losing 81 killed and
a number wounded, Indian causuality
not stated The Indians were apparently
victorious. as they subsequently stripped
the country in the vicinity of Janos of
stock. The Indians have been robbing
trains in San Semon valley; troops are in
pursuit.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
ITALY

ROME, Dec,22. Negotiations have begun
between Italy aud the United States with
view of modifying the treaty of 1865
relative to the rights and privileges Of
Consuls.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
MATHEWS
LIQUID STARCH GLOSS

Gives splendid gloss and finish TO all starched
goods, making them WHITTIER AND CLEARER than
wax OF anything else, and prevents the IRON from
sticking. Trial bottle free.
Put up in 4-oz bottles, price 15c. Sold by Gro
GERS apd Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
CANADA

OTTAWA, Dec. 25.-The Dominion
Parliament is summoned for the dispatch
of business Jan. IS.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Nonca.

THE REGULAR ANNUAL MEETING OF THE
] Stockholders Of the First National Bank OF
Rock Island for the election Of Directors and the
transaction Of such other business as may properly
come before them, viii be held at their Banking
O'Clock, 2: NJ: u. BUFoRD, Cashier
Rock Islands December s, lsT7. s-dtd
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
Anthracite and Blossburg
COAL !!
At
Frazier's Warehouse, on Levee


TUE SUBSCRIBER Is MANUFACTURER AND
] proprietor of DIR. r. " Reads Celebr ted
Asthma Relief which is undoubtedly the best
Asthma remedy yet discovered. Instant relief is
guarantee,l or purchase price refunded. We put up
the medicine in boxes Of three sizes which retail
for 25c, SOC and 81 Persons iemittng retail price
will have the medicine promptly forwarded by mail
postpaid. Also samples sent free to any one who
may desire. Prices per dozen, Sab; $3.50; 800:
F. Henry, curran g Co. n. Y John d. Park 8
Sons, Cincinnati. Ohio; Richardson & Co, St.
Louis: LORD & Smith, Chicago; G. G. Goodwin &
Co Boston; French, Harrison q Co. PHILADELPHIA
Address a. ETHRIDGE, Rome, n. z.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

1t will pay to keep your Harness IN good
condition. Use Frank Miller's Prepared
Harness Oil.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

No Day Telegraph Reports given TO
| Morrow.
NEW YoRK, Dec. 24,-No day report
will be given to morrow.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
GIANT SOAPS.

We have now ready GIANT HONEY, GLYoERINE,
and PINK BATH Scars, to match the BEE BATH
THE GIANTS are half pounds of the finest quality,
boiled and perfumed pure soap.
REGISTRATION has been allowed in the United
States Patent Office under date July II, 1877, and
we offer them as the best value to De had In toilet
soaps.
Made only by
ROBINSON BROTHERS s. CO.,
BOSTON, MASS.
Tor sale by John Bengstou,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
HORSE AND CATTLE FOOD.
Important Information
To
STOCK BREEDERS & FEEDERS. 4
Thorley's Improved
Horse & Cattle Food,

commended by thousands of voluntary testimoni-
ais from the best stock men in America Hear
what they say nf 1t:
II have no hesitation in commencing 1t strongly
TO all stock men.f-Wm. Smith ''RaVensWood
Farm Detroit, Mich.
''The animals are very fond of il, and keep in
frst-class condition. If 1t were better known
among stock men, we are sure they would not hes
itate 10 use it largely. John p Sanborn, Collec-
tlr of Customs; A. L. Stehhtns, Manager Tor Aver.
& Murphy Port Huron, Mich.
Horse and Cattle Breeders use it, bee ueeit gives
strength 10 weakened animals, improves the Wlho,
Increases the appetite, and gives smooth and
glossy skin indicating perfect health. stock teed
ers use it. because it will fatten in surprisingly
short time. Dairymen use it, because cows give
more and richer milk. Calves and pigs thrive Dy
It's use and it is equally eficacious with dogs anc
poultry Everybody uses 1t because II is the cheap
est and the best food in America. Used only as
cOndiment-a tablespoonful to feed, thoroughly
mixed at each feeding Two h boxes retailing
50 c, or Sl2 per hundred fos For prices, etc. ad
dress,
Thorley Horse & Cattle Food Co
100 VanBuren St., CHICAGO.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
SPECIAL NOTICES.

Fl. G. FARRELL'S GENUINE ARABIAN LINI-
MENT fs most extraordinary medicine, the truth
OF which is placed beyond doubt by the vast sales
OF the article and the many being daily per
formed by 1t, which previously had resisted all
other medicines and the skill of the best physicians
IN the world. It's composed of balsame, extracts
an gums peculiar to rabia-possessing, in a can
centrated form, all their stimulating anodyne pen
etFating, unctous and revulsive properties and the
same Will b, aget ago, were used by the 'Sons o
the Desert" with such miraculous success, in cur
ing the diseases of both man and beast.
Read the following remarkable cure, which should
of itself nlace
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

Don't catch cold; but if you do. nothing
will meet the requirements of the case as
we'll as Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24
A CARD.

To all who are suffering from the errors and in
discretions of youth, nervous weakness, early de-
cav. loss Of manhood &C., will send recipe that
viii cure you, FREE OF CHARGE. This great
remedy was discovered by missionary in South
America. Send o self-addressed envelope TO the
Rev. JOSEPH T. INMAN Station D, Ellie House
New York City,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-12-24

Great Book OF French~x,.Sz
Secrets for Ladies' a Gents.
- Sent free for Stamps. Address .
DR.. ROnaparte q Co.. Cincinnati o.