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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

A VALUABLE MEDICINE. -Buchu in
various forms has for many years been one
OF the chief articles in the Mdteria Aedicd
for the treatment of certain diseases,
among which are chiefly those affecting
the urinary, digestive, and circulatory or.
gans. The difficulty that was long ex-
penenced in obtaining preparation Of
this valuable drug that could always be
relied upon for uniformity in strength and
absolute purity led to the introduction OF
Helmbold's Extract of BucLu. which for
the last quarter of a century has been ex-
tensively used both by physicians and in
house and family practice, and with very
gratifying success. This medicine, like
every other valuable thing, has been imi
tated, aud those who have use for it will
do we'll to see that the obtain the genuine
''Helmbold Buchu," the only pure and
reliable preparation.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

A SURE THING.-Dr. Hunters Specific
and Injection No. l are warranted to cure
the Gonnorhea, elect, Chordee, Structures,
disease of the kidneys, bladder and
urinary organs OF males and females.
DIR. Hunters Specific No. 2 is a sure
remedy for the Spermatorrhea, Seminal
weakness, nightly emissions, the loss OF
power, caused by self-abuse or excessive
indulgence. Price of DR.. Hunters Specific,
SO per bottle; Injection, 81 per bottle,
Sent everywhere by express. DR.. j.
Dinsbeer, sole proprietor, No. sos, North
Seventh street, st. Louis, Mo. Send two
stamps for treatise. Cure guaranteed OF
money refunded. DR.. Dinsbeer will treat
all chronic diseases, and furnish medicines
for less money than any other physician II
st. Louis. Write or call. For sale by al
druggists, tts
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
Letter from a Base Bailist.

CLEVELAND, Henry Co., July 9, 1877.
To the Editors Of The Argus
Seeing IN your paper the account of the
game tof base ball, at Rapids City, July
4th. between the Golfers aud our Cleve-
land boys, thought | would write lthe
facts of the game as it was. They claim
the reason we left them was because three
of their best players were out Of town and
they had to take second nine men in their
places. The fact is they sent two of their
players away ana put better ones in their
places, Rick being one of them, and he
used to play with the Chicago Whites.
Their three new men made score each,
while the other six only made three be-
tween them. We have challenged them
to contest for next Saturday, July l4th,
on our grounds. If they want to play for
money let them bring it with them, if they
come. We expected to play for $25 on
the Fourth but they wouldn't play for it,
because their men were absent. They
hate to be beaten, but we did it, and can do
it again. Yours, with respect,
V.kNORTON,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
ABORTION AND DEATH.
Death of Maggie Roberts, In Coal
Valley from the Results OF an
Abortion.

Abortion.
The mention in last evenings ARGUS of
a woman named Robbins having died in
Coal Valley from the effects of what was
believed to be poison, has proved, as we
supposed, untrue. Butt is true that a
young girl died in that place on Sunday
forenoon, but her name was Maggie
Grif6s-but was generally known as Maggie
Roberts, as that was the name of her
step-father, Robert Roberts The girl
had not been we'll for some time, and
lately it had been whispered about that
she was enceinte. She was nearly 10
years of age, and had heretofore borne an
excellent character. On the Fourth, the
girl attended the celebration at Coal Val
ley, and upon her sudden death, Sunday,
the citizens did not think she died from
natural causes, and, accordingly, one OF
them telegraphed to Justice Hayden,
acting coroner, to come out and hold an
| inquest, which he did.
Upon arriving at Coal Valley he pro
ceeded Immediately to the girls home
and just in time to stop the funeral. He
then summoned the following jury; VIM
J. Ransom, foreman; Fred Freberg, Johr
Stocker, Robt. McQuaid, Thos Phillips
M. johnson, Robert Thompson, Harvey
Clark, VIVA. Lee, Jr., VIM. Lee. Sen.
VIM, A. Kramer, Sam'l G. Garland.
From the testimony of Mrs. Roberts
the girls mother, and other witnesses, il
appears that Samuel Powell, a widoWer
and an uncle of deceased, had been board
ing at Roberts house; that sometime
during the past year he had succeeded il
effecting her ruin; that about four months
ago; Maggie complained of being unwel
and came to this city on visit to he
aunt, in the lower part of town; tina
during her stay here (about two weeks
she showed her aunt some medicine, pres
cribed by one Of our physiciaus-and some
times administered to women after con
fnement; that her aunt advised her h
throw it away; that from appearances
about a week ago she was operated upol
by some unknown person who produced al
abortion; that Powell confessed being tn
father, and quietly buried the aborted fetus
that she was not properly attended to afte
the operation, and inflammation setting in
the girl died. Powell left Coal Vale
yesterday morning, saying he was going t
Gable, and has not been heard from since
The jury adjourned until this Afternoon
before returning verdict.
Powell is a coal miner; is about 81 yeal
of age, and has heretofore been respected
But if he is the father of his neice's chile
and it was him, as is claimed, who con
mitted the abortion, he should be severel
) punished.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Something new for the ladies at Miss
W. Peterson millinery and fancy goods
store 1928, I'd Avenue in the way OF
beautiful perfume aud lily white combined.
Nothing ike It has ever been offered for
saIe in this city. It is pronounced by all
ladies who have used it to be the finest
and best in the market. Your choice o.
six different odors. Call and see it, and
also my new spring and summer stock o.
millinery and fancy goods. which will bt
sold at the most reasonable prices. Miss
Peterson is the only agent in Rock Island
Trimmed hats for the next 80 days be
low cost. 6-S0d&w3m
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
Cease Rackirg the System.

With drastic cathartics and hurtfui sail
wants, and use that rational aud genial
recuperant, Hostetter's Stomach Bitters,
the success of which in the eradication of
disease and the building up of feeble
constitutions has utterly confuted the pre-
posterous medical theorists who insisted
on the nationality Of depicting the frame
in orderto restore it to health. Appetite.
easy digestion, regular excavations, hat.
ural flaw Of bile. are as sure a result of the
use of the finest of Americas invigorants
as increased loss Of power and irritation Of
the system were of the old ezhausting
method. The new era of medical treat.
ment inaugurated by the Bitters is indeed
happy QUE for the sick and feeble. for ii
has not only placed health within their
reach, but saved them from the hurtiuI
consequences Of an absurd fallacy.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
POLICE MATTERS.

Tuesday, July 10.-James Mcclure was
arrested yesterday by Marshal Halves, or
complaint of Ed. Kane, who charged bin
with disturbing the peace. He was dis
charged by Justice Chopper.
Kane was then arrested by the marshal
on complaint of Bridget Burns, who charged
him with using foul and abusive language,
Justice Chopper fined him $40 and costs.
No money. Sent to jail.
Fred Schmale was arrested this fore.
noon by Marshal HAYES, on complaint oil
Z, Turner, who charged him with dis.
turbing the peace by calling him abusive
names. Justice Hayden fined him S. anC
pOete
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Piles, Flstpla, Salt Rheum, and all dis
eases of the Skin, by the use of
ROSSMAN'S CURE.
ITCHING PILES is generally preceded by
a moisture like perspiration producing a
very disagreeable and distressing itching,
particularly at night, after getting warm
in bed No humbug-as a trial will prove.
For sale by all respectable druggists.
RossMAN & McKINsTRY, Hudson, NY,
Proprletors.
Sept by mail for so cents.
IF YOU HAVE A COUGH,
Gold, Asthma, raising of Blood or any az
tections of the Breast or Lungs, leadiI to
Consumption, use
DR.. HOUSEMAN'S GERMAN COUGH
DROPS,
as prepared for over thirty years By J, J.
Davis NOW deceased) and you MI be sure
to find relief Address ROSSMAN &
MCKINSTRY, who have succeeded to the
Proprietorship, and sold by all druggists
and dealers in Medicines. For sale By all
Druggists in Rock Island.
Sold by Avery & Tyler, Lafayette, In.
diana Fuller q Fuller. and VanSchaack,
Stevenson Il Reed. Chicago, wholesale
agents.
John Z. Henry, Curran & Co., Whole.
sale Agents, 8 College Place, n. 7. =
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
another Letter from Mrs. G. Krqpf
DIR. RRdway's
REGULATING PILLS

perfectly tasteless, elegantly coated with sweet
gum purge, regulate, purify cleanse, and strength
en- Radways Pills, for the cure Of all disorders OF
the Stomach, Liver, Bowels, Kidneys, Bladder,
Nervous Diseases, Headache, Constipation, Costve-
ness, indigestion, Dyspepsia, Biiousness, Bilious
feyer, Inflammation Of the Bowels, Piles, and all
arrangements OF the Internal Viscera Warranted
10 effect positive cure. Purely Vegetable, cou-
taining no mercury, minerals or deleterious drugs
~ Observe the following symptoms resulting
from disorders Of the Digestive Organs
Constipation, Inward Piles Fullnens OF the Blood
In the Head, Acidity of the Stomach Nausea,
Heartburn, Disgust of Food, Fullness of Weight
In the Stomach, Sour Erupuons, sinking or Futter.
mgs in the Pit OF the stomach. Swimming of the
Head, Hurried and Difficult Breathing, Flutterines
&C the Heart, Choking OF Suffocating Sensation
when In Lying Posture, Dimness Of Vision, Dots
or Webs before the Sight, Fever and Dull Pain in
the Head, Deficiency Of PerspiratiOn, YeOwness Of
the skin and Eyes, Pain in the Side Chest, Limbs
and sudden Flushes of Heat Burning in the Flesh
A few doses Of RAILWAYS PILLS will free tho
system from oil the above named disorders Price
70 cents per box, Sold By druggists.
Read "FALSE ANDsTRUE."
Send one letter-stamp to RADWAYi& CO.. No e
Warren ST., New York. Information worth thou.
sands viii be sent you.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

EVERLASTING PERFUMEl-Murray &
Lannan's Florida Water has often been
styled the Everlasting Perfume" 1t is
indeed true that its delightful and refresh
ing fragrance fingers for many days around
whatever it touches-unlike THE ordinary
perfumes, that leave no trace Of their mo.
mentray existence save the sickly, heavy
odor Of rancid oils. Buyers should always
ask for the Florida Water prepared by
Lanman & Kemp, New York.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Most all good grocers and storekeepers
sell DooLEY's YEAST POWER. Should
your grocer not have it. ask him to get it
for you, but if he viii not do so send %
cents for ID. 35 cents for lb. or 60 cents
for ID. can, direct to Dooley & Brother,
New York, and you will receive it by re-
turn mail
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Prejudice often rules in the physica
treatment of Babies, They are allowed to
suffer and scream with pain from Collie
Flatulence, Bowel Disorders, etc., when
some reliable and safe remedy, as Dr.
Bulls Baby Syrup, would give almost i'm
mediate relief and perfect ease to the littl'
sufferer. Price 25 cents per bottle
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
Regular July Term Official Report
FIRST DAY

Board met pursuant to adjournment, at
2 p. w., July 9. 1877. Present. Su-
pervisors Cool. Bell, McMurphy, Wake,
Webster, Reid, Hirsch, Aster, Sweeney,
Hitler, McCreary, Kerr, Taylor, Kistlef,
Buffum and Womacks. Absent, Super
visors Daley, Case and johnson. Su-
pervisor Buffum, chairman, presiding.
The reading of the minutes of the last
days proceedings of the May term was
dispensed with.
The certificate Of j. s. Knowles, town
clerk Of Yuma township, certifying to the
election of Supervisor Wake, was read and
ordered placed on file, and said supervisor
was admitted as a member of the board.
The petition of William Schroeder, of
Hilsdale, Canoe Greek township. praying
the board to grant him a license to keep a
dram shop, was read and referred to the
supervisor of Canoe Greek township, to
to ascertain whether the legal number of
voters of said township have signed said
petition.
Board adjourned until tomorrow after
noon, At two o'clock.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

ONE LIVE TOOTH is worth dozen dead
ones, and to secure the teeth from decay,
it is only necessary to use the Fragrant
Sozodont. The odor Of this pure prepare
ton is so delightful, that it is a luxury to
apply it, and its beneficial effect upon the
teeth is marvellous.
Unite your shattered China with Spald-
ino's Cline
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

You who lead sedentary ives-Printers,
TaiIors, Shoemakers, &c, will find great
relief for the constipation from which you
SO often suffer, by taking Simmons Liver
Regulator. 1t simple, harmless, vegeta-
bic compound, sure to relieve you, and can
do no injury.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Passengers arriving in New York by
way of the Grand Central Depot will find
the new and comfortable Hotel DeYonshire,
which is opposite the main entrance on
AID street, the most convenient and mex
pensive place to stop, 1t is modern
hotel, and first class in allits appointments
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Ladies, soft and beautiful skin is the
desire of every lady Of refinement Poz-
zoni IS medicated complexion powder has
been fully tested, and found to perform
all that is claimed for it. 1t renders the
skin delicately soft, removes all discolora-
tons, eruptions, etc. Mothers can apply
it TO infants who become chafed, with a
surety of immediate relief. Price, SOC and
$l,00 per box. Sold by all druggists.
Depot COZ n Sixth street (Lindell hotel),
| ST. Louis. Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
ThA Waathar--To-nau

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in.
dicated bv thermometer:
IA. n. 20 above zero II n. 800 above zero
"a. n, re 8P.M. 500 -
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
THE GAS QUESTION IN A NEW
LIGHT.
Judge Drummond Defines the Power Of
City Councils to Make Contracts,
and Holds They Cannot Contract
for More Than One Year.
BLoomlnatOn Leader.


On Saturday last we published the new
gas contract entered into by the City
Council with the Bloomington Gas Light
Company, which binds the city for teny ears
to come. A precisely simiarIcontract was
made by the city of Chicago in 1869, with
the West Side Gas Company, and on mo-
ton for an injunction to prevent the city
from violating this contract, Judge Drum
mond of the United States Court says;
ln his opinion, under the circumstances,
the city had
NOT THE CAPACITY
to make contract with the Peoples Gas
Light u Coke Company for so long time.
The officers of the city-the members of
the Council-are trustees for the public.
1t concerns the whole city. The effect of
the contract in question in 1869 if valid,
was to bind their successors for ten gears
as to these matters of legislation. If the
power is conceded, then at the end of the
term in 1879 a contract may be made by
their successors without limit.
Il AM UNWILLING"
says the Judge, ITO sanction principle
which, in a case like this, would lead to
such results. The safer rule is to hold the
officers of a municipality to a rigid ac-
countability in the discharge of their
trust. In all cases of contracts to run for
years, the authority to make them should
be clear; because they involve the pecu-
mary liability and it is tax upon future
property owners of the city.
To sustain the contract between the
city and gas company in this case would
encourage the making of such contracts
in the future. 1t would place it in the
power of companies, whose interests
were to be affected by them, to
multiply them and to continue them
when the public interest demanded they
should cease. To condemn is to prevent
so far as it may tend TO produce that re
suit, the use of influences which look to
private rather than to public profit 1t
is better that all parties should under
stand there is limit to the power of mu
nicipal bodies. in such cases.
hold, therefore, as matter of
STRICT LEGAL RIGHT,
that the contract of October 5, 1869, was
unauthorized, and the motion for an in
junction against the city to prevent inter-
ference with lamp post service pipes,
etc., will be denied.
1t will be observed that the ground of
this decision is that the members of City
Council have no power to create obligas
tons, extending beyond the specific appro-
priations for the municipal year. This
decision completely upsets the contract en-
tered into in this city, as that proposes to
bind the city for ten years.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

A LEADING PHYSICIAN says that Gray
Hair" is often the result of previous ex-
cessive suffering from headache. while
this may be true VIC are certain Lodille's
Hetdache specific will cure in 20 minutes.
Sold by Bengston.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

mo poignant sauce she new, nor costly treat;
Her hunger gave relish to her meat"
Because she had the good sense to STOP
at the Sherman House, Chicago, where
every dish is so exquisitely prepared, as tC
give it right royel relish.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Popular illustrated book 900 pagesl on
MANHOOD WoMANHooDl MARRIAGEl
Impediments to Marriage; the cause and
cure. Sent securely sealed. postpaid. for
SO cents, by DR.. q. WHITTIER, CIT St.
Charles street, St. Louis, Mo-. the great
specialist. Read his work.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

DIR. Sabine's' Indian Vegetable Cough
Syrup" is the infallible remedy for coughs,
colds, hoarseness, and all diseases of the
bronchial organs. Try bottle. Fol-
sale by druggists generally. 6-4dly.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

The celebrated Peoria show cases;
cheaper than any other in the market
Quality guaranteed. Workmanship un,
surpassed. Rob't G. Luke, manufacturer
Peoria, Ills, Field Bros, agents, Rock
Island, Ills. 5.l0dly
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Howe's concentrated syrup, the great
blood purifier, and ague cure and tonic
bitters, can be had of Bengston and
Thomas
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
Firemens' Election.

PHOENIX NO. /.
Foreman-Joseph Hitler.
Assistant Foreman-Chas. Stroup,
Secretary-Geo. Alters.
Treasurer-James st. Claire.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

The Colonpade Hotel. Philadelphia, is 8
model establishment. 1t is superb in bott
style and appointment and its table auC
service cannot be exceled.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

n 0f1WV OUR $3.50 AND $500 OUTFIT
UUN FREEl Something New! Only
one Agent in town
- Illustrated Catalogues. Address
W. w. BISHOP,
1873 West Madison street. CHICAGO.
Refer to the Editor of ARags. =,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
Notice to Debtors.

All persons knowing themselves indeb.
ted to me are requested to call and pay VI
by August LIST, and save costs.
loot ANTHONY KOCH.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

1t will pay to keep your Harness in good
condition. Use Frank Miller's Prepared
Harness Oil.
For Sale.

A handsome six feet show case entirely
new, for sale cheap. Apply at ARGUS
OFFICE. If.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
Dunbar's Wonderful Discovery Bethesda
Mineral Spring Water.
Waukesha, Wis.

This water is the acknowledged cure of
the intractable and incurable disease known
as Bright's disease, diobetes, dropsy, brick
dust deposit. Inflammation OF the neck OF
the bladder, alkali, aud equity swelling.
For the liverit is unsurpassed. 1t will al
lay all inflammation of the kidney and urinaI
organs in twenty-four hours giving imme-
date relief; also, in scarlet fever il pre-
vents the kidney from congestlng, and re-
moves all traces of albumeneria. 1t will
give relief in all cases of high fever. Has
never failed to do what is claimed for it.
Col RICHARD DUNBAR.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

For sale in Davenport in any quantity
by Emeis & Co, and by druggists through
out the world 5-l9d&wly.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Improper articles of food often cause
the blood to become loaded with foul hu
mors. Cleanse the blood with DIR. Bulls
Blood Mixture and be healthy.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

make money by it. We do not include
all of those who sell lots here, only large
majority Of them. That's all. D. L. G.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10

Legal Blanks, of all kinds for sale al
The ARGUS OFFICEj
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
low cost.

Ask your druggist for Grams Fluid
Lightning.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
Piles--Itchiug Piles
ROSSMAN'S CURE.

Positively cured-also Blind and Bleeding
Piles, Fistpla, Salt Rheum, and all dis.
eases of the Skin, by the use of
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
FEVER & AGUE
HEALTH BEAUTY !

Strong and Pure, Rich Blood-Increase of
Flesh and Weight-Clear Skin and
Beautiful Complexion Secured to all.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-10
:
Real Estate.
FOR SALE.

BLOCK, ROCK ISLAND, ILL
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1877-03-03
Personal Items.

DR.. w. P. Winship will be in our
city next Monday to spend a few days.
Our Senior local Mr.. Grant has been
on visit to Union City this week.
MissSue. AGREE who has been spend
ing several weeks in Kentucky, has re-
turned to the city.
Mrs. Lucy A. Rolls of Dover, is WIS.,
iting her sister Mrs. II. M. Acree Of
this city.
Col. A. G.. Rhea, a prominent
lawyer of Russellville, KY, was in our
city Tuesday last.
Mrs. w. Roach, on her return from
Memphis is stopping over with her
many friends in and around the city.
DIR. Bellfeld Carter has been per-
ambulating around among Us; to the
enjoyment of his many friends and ad-
mirers.
DR.. J. 7. Nolen of Stewart county,
has been quite i'll, at the residence of
j. NJ. Rice, but we are glad to note a
decided improvement at this writing.
Hon. A. L. Garner has our thanks
for a copy of the second annual report
of the State Superintendent of Public
Schools.
w. p. Scott, representing +. Fischer
Merchant Tailor of Evansville, will
be in the city during next week solic-
iting order
Mr.. E. G. Roach, of Evansville,
Ind, was circulating among our bust
ness men last Tuesday. He is looking
well-only his locks are becoming a
little frosted.
DIR. John A. Gholson and family
have arrived from Stanton West Ten
nessee. The Doctor will resume prac-
tice on the Southside of the river, near
Organs store. We welcome him back
to his old neighborhood.
The Bowling Green Pantograph of
the 18th ult. has the following para
graph
We were pleased to meet in our Office,
on Friday last, Mr.. J. a. Grant, Of
the GAINESVILLE Chronicle. The Chroni-
Gle is one of the oldest and most in
fuential papers in Tennessee, and Mr..
Grant is one of the most genial gentle
men connected with the press. He is
always welcome to our Office.