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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1877-12-20

The law makes a witness swear
that he will tell the whole truth,
so help him, and then it impose $
rules OF evidence by whirL he is
not permitted to tell il.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1877-12-20

1t is not in vain that he has trod
This lonely and toilsome way,
1t is nc t in vain that he has wrought
In the vineyard all the day;
For the soul that gives is the soul that lives
And bearing another's load
Doth tighten your own, and shorten the way,
And brighten the homeward road.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1877-12-20

The Wisconsin Baptlsts. in
their hate State Convention, re-
commended for weak churches
the adoption Of the Methodist
Circuit ;, stem.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1877-12-20
A COnneclicut man whose death

n ANOuuScticut h'ou, WuOSe ueatn
was falsely reported in newsps-
per, writes:-"lt's mistake. I've
no thought Of d, ing. | couldn't
afford it, when funeral p,ices are
up higher than a kite, and pota-
toes worth only City cents a busbeI
in Waterbury"
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1877-12-20

This is good iim. for driving.
Il you DO not own and clnnot
hire a horse you can dive a nail.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

: A SURE THING. DIR. Kings Syphilitic
Remedy is warranted to cure Syphilis In
the primary, secondary and tertiary stages,
and IN all it's varied and complicated forms
and will cure the worst cases of yenerial
diseases, cases which have resisted the
treatment of the most eminent physicians
of America. It cures the FIRST stage and
heals the ulcers in few DAYS. 1t cures
ulcers in the mouth, nose, throat, head.
arms and legs; also, hard pains 10 the
bones and joints, swelling of joints, syphi-
lite rheumatism, etc., in short time.
Price, So per package. Sent everywhere
By express. a treatise on sexual diseases
tree: Sent mailed for two stamps. Sold
Dy Dr y. Dlnsbeer, sos North Seventh
street, st. Louis, Mo. Cures guarantaed
or the money refunded. DR.. Dinsbeer
makes Chronic Diseases specially. If
you are afflicted, with no matter what. cali
or Write. For sale BY all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Change of Business.

Tomorrow, Dec. /, Mr.. David j. Van
Meter, the well known city editor of THE
ARGUS, will commence in another line of
business, having accepted position in
Mr.. Fred Hass' store. Mr.. Van Meter
has been connected with The ARGUS
nearly six years. He came into the Office
in April, 1872, and worked at the case un-
til February, 1875, since which time he
has been connected with the editorial de-
partment. In entering upon his new
duties he has the best wishes of THE
ARGUS for his success, which must attend
him, if he gives the same attention, energy
perseverance to his work that has charac-
terized bis connection with this paper.
The duties of a reporter ofttimes make
enemies, sometimes makes friends, but
rarely makes money. In his new work we
bespeak for Mr.. Van Meter plenty Of the
latter. The lessons be has learned in tas
printing Office viii certainly well qualify
him fer success; and, we believe, in achiey.
ing it be will do it with honor untarnished,
for such is the wish Of The ARGUS,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
PARENTS

Delays are dangerous. The lives of our
little ones are dear to rs. aud it is the
wish and hope to see them look bright.
and cheerful and happy.
We advise you not to give them any
OF the dangerous worm syrups or liquids
OF any kind or name They are not only
bad to use and really dangerous to take;
but the stomach often rejects them and
are used with peril to those little ones
who look to US for care and protee :
ton. Van Deusen's Worm CONNECTIONS
are pure white and are made FROM the
purest vegetable medicines. They are
the only safe aud sure worm medicine
ever discovered. They have become a
household remedy, aud are now sold in
every store.
Van neusenss CONNECTIONS
Are sure protection.
They bring to terms
Intestine Worms;
Cures every child.
Are tasteless, mild
Your pets may live.
Il them you give. @
Ask for Van Deusen's w
tons. Merchants can GET
sale Drug Stores. :
VAN DEUSEN -
KINGsToN SIS
Sold at every q - SHOUT
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Parsona1.

Rey. G. r. Palmer, the new pastor of
the Fifth Avenue NJ. E. church, arrived
here yesterday from Normal in time to
take part aud enjoy the Thanksgiving
dinner given by the ladies OF his church.
He will remain until after Sunday. and
will then return to Normal after his
family.
We acknowledge i very pleasant call
from Col. z. r. Flndley, formerly editor
and proprietor Of the Xeuia OhioI Gazette.
Col Findley is brother of the Rev. Mr..
Findley. of this city, whom he has not seer
for six years. He visits here and then
goes to Atlantic, Iowa, where another
brother lives. The Xenia Gazette is a re
publican paper, but somehow Col Fiudley
doesn't have very complimentary opinion
Of the acting president and bis classical
cabinet-strange these republicans cannot
see very much to admire in Brother Hayes
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

Or sugar-COatedS COncentrateds Root
and Herbal Juice, Anth-HilfOus
GranuIes. THE "LITTLE GIANT"
CATHARTIC, or NIultum I'm Parvo
PhySIc.
The novelty of modern Medical, Chemical, and
Pharmaceutical Science. No use OF any longer
taking the large, repulsive, and nauseous pills,
composed OF cheap, crude, and bulky Ingredients
when we can by q careful application Of chemical
science, extract ali the cathartc and other medi.
cnal properties from the most valuable roots ana
herbs, and concentrate them into minute Gran
ule, scarcely larger than a mustard
SEEDS that can De te wa Dy so os,o o
Each little Purgatlve Pellet represents, in a
most concentrated form, as much cathartic power
is embodied in any OF the large pills found for
sale IN drug-shops. From their wonderful cathar-
tic power, In comparison TO their size, people who
are harsh or drastic in eect but such is not at aft
the case, the different active medicinal principles
OF which they are composed being so harmonized
and modified, one by the others, as % produce
n most searching and thorough, yet
gently and kindly operating cathar-
$500 Reward is hereby offered by the pro-
prietor OF these Pellets, TO any chemist Who upon
analysis, will find In them any calomel or other
forms OF mercury, mineral poison, or injurious
drug.
Being entirely vegetable, no particular
care Is required while using them; They operate
occupation. For JaumdIce, Headache,
Constipation, Impure Blood Pain I'm
the shoulders, TIghtuess OF the ChesGs
Dizziness, Sour EructatiOns from the
stomach, had taste I'm the mouth, Bill
iOus attacks, Pain I'm region OF Kid
noys, Internal Fever, BlOated feeling
about stomach, Rush OF Blood to
Head, High-cOlOred Urtnos UnBOctn-
billy and gloomy F0rebOdingss take
DIR. Pferce'g Pleasant PurgattVe PEI.
lets. In explanation of the remedial power OF
my Purgative Pellets over so great variety OF
diseases, j wish 20 say that their action
upon the animal economy is univer-
sal, not a gland or tissue escaping
their sanatfyo Impress. Age does not
impair the properties OF these Pellets. They are
suRar-coated and inclosed IN glass bottles, their
virtues beng thereby preserved unimpaired for
any length OF time, in any climate, so that they
are always fresh and reliable. This is not the
case with those pills which are put up In cheap
wooden or pnstebOard boxes. Reeoect that for
all diseases where Laxative, Alternative,
or Purgatfve, is indicated, these little Pellets
will give The most perfect satisfaction to all who
Hse them
They are sold by all Druggists at %
cents q bottle.
nv. PIERCE, II. D., prop'r,
pTrECATn VI Y
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
A Bold and Successful Burglary.

The residence Of Mr.. Richard Frazier,
in Kewanee, was entered last Friday night
by burglar, through a window in the
second story, the bed room where Mr.. and
Mrs Frazier were sleeping visited,
aud considerable amount Of plumber OBJ
tanned. He rihed Mr.. Frazier's pockets o.
a pocket book containing a considerable
sum of money and valuable papers. HI
also got case of drafting instruments, {
valuable silver watch, revolver and ovel
$500 in money, certificate of deposit oil
the Wyoming bank of 5000, aud severa
notes. bank checks. &c. A reward of $5C
has been offered for the arrest of tn,
burglar.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
The R.fvar-

It can now be safely said that navigation
has closed on the Upper Mississippi for
the season. The packets have all ceased
running, and during the past week only a
few small raft boats passed this city.
A dispatch from Keokuk states that the
government canal there has been closed
so no more boats can pass that point until
next spring.
Business of all kinds on the river this
season has been unusually dull, owing tc
the low stage of the water, and If the
steamboat companies have not really lost
money on the seasons work the profit has
been very small
Wednesday night Sylvan Water wa:
frozen solid, and the river on Thursday
and to day was full of floating ice.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
ROSSMAN'S CURE.

ITCHING PILEs is generally preceded by
a moisture like perspiration producing a
very disagreeable aud distressing itching,
particularly at night, after getting warm
in bed. No humbug-as q trial viii prove.
For sale by all respectable druggists.
RossMAN & McKINsTRY. Hudson, N. Y,
Proprietors.
Sent by mail for so cents.
For sale by all Druggists in Rock Island
Fuller Il Fuller. and VanSchaack,
Stevenson & Reed. Chicago, wholesale
agents. 8
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

a purely vegetable medicine, containing
all the virtues of calomel without any Of
the injurious tendencies so justly dreaded
by mankind. summons Liver Regulator
will be found prompt to start the secretions
of the liver, and give healthy tone to the
entire system, without salvation or any In
furious effects When used as cathartic.
it in no wise disorders the system, nor does
it produce any nAsea or sick stomach when
about to purge. 1t is so mild 10 its action
as not to interfere with business or pleasure.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Baby.

Following are some Of the criticisms Of
the press in regard to this latest popular
sensation:
1t created continual laughter and was
heartily applauded.-N T. Herald, july
II.
What is moral is too often dull.-M T.
Tribune, July II.
A great deal of amusement was diffused
by ''Baby" last mighty. Y Times,
Juy17.
It abounds with mirth compelling situa-
tons and absurdities.-M Y. World, july
IT
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
NorEs HERE avn THERE.

is this winterP
st. Mary's bazaar will close tonight
Voting for the most popular fire
company. this evening.
The FIRST pier of the new bridge over
the Rock river at Sterling is about COM
pleted.
--Workingmen's mass meeting at Tur.
ner Hall tomorrow evening, Everybody
invited.
Voting for a silver lantern to the
most popular freight conductor at Darts
Hall, to night.
The Thanksgiving dinner in the
Fifth Avenue NJ. Il. church netted about
$3.50 from all sources.
The fine buggy-made by B. Strckfus
will be raffled for tonight.
The ball in Killers Hall Thanks
giving eve, given by Wide Awake Hose
Co., was largely attended. and those pres
ent report having had pleasant time.
! C. r. Norris, chief of police at Mar
shalltown, Iowa, writes to Marshal HAYES
that the Harry Hall arrested in that place
few days ago, for robbery, is not oul
Harry Hall.
The country roads are now even 10 6
worse condition for travelling than wher
they were muddy. They are very rough
aud a wagon is liable at almost any momen
to break down.
Justice Hayden, during the pas
month, has l01 civil and criminal cases
and in the latter he has collected $l03 IL
fines, which goes into the city treasury
This does not include several cases wherl
good security has been given. This is the
largest amount of fines ever collected b.
Justice Hayden, and one of the bes
months for any justice.
In the case of the quo warranto file
by the attorney general against Judg
George Wall. of the Third district. 10 tn
St. Clair circuit court, judgment wa
rendered, on Tuesday, as was understoo
would be the case, in favor of Judge Wall
From this judgment the people take a
appeal, and the case will be removed b
consent to the Central grand division, an
will be heard at Springfield in Januar
next. As already reported, this case in
wolves all the points in dispute as to th
| election of the new circuit judges and th
J constitutionality Of the appellate court.
, When your baby is restless Will
teething, get DR.. Bulls Baby Syrup,
dose of it will relieve the little sufferer 6
once. Only IS cents a bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

Our Family BREAD. Truly, the
most important authorizations to avoid are
those which are calculated to ipjure the
staff of life"-our family bread. We
know that merchants who supply their
customers with pure articles like DR..
Prices Cream Baking Powder, retain bet
ter patrons, have a larger trade. and
make more money than those who buy and
recommend adulterated powders, because
they are cheap. Besides, it is pleasure
to have articles that never fail to give
satisfaction, and that can be used with
safety. DIR. Price Cream Baking Powder
is certainly the most perfect baking pow
der made. .-.-.....
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
PAzzoNI,s Cheminal Ralm Hair Rastnr-

PAZzoNT's Chemical Balm Hair Restor-
alive. To preserve and beautify the
human hair What it will do. Prevents
the hair falling out. Increases the growth
and beauty of the hair. Retains the hair
in any desired form. Prevents the hair
from turning grey. Prevents and entirely
eradicates dandruf. Heals pimples and
keeps the head delightfully."- cool. The
hair becomes rich, soft and glossy. Per
fectly clean and will not soil the hat. Pos
sesses an exquisite fragrance. and as a
dressing has no equal. Price so cents and
81 per bottle, Sold by all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

that it was expected to be shown that
Rande had killed Belden while the farmers
were endeavoring to capture him by the
hue and cry after he had committed a
burglary. AS 70 the proof Of the burglary
il could be shown. among other things, that
Rande was seen walking away from the
farmhouse with q satchel; that the
satchel was found just where he entered
the cornfeld: and that Ia the satchel were
found articles stolen from the house; also
that Rande killed Helden before any shot
had been fred or actual hostile demonstra.
ton made by the persons.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

How many children and women are
slowly and surely dying, or rather being
killed, by excessive doctoring. or the daily
use of some drug or drunken stuff called
medicine, that no one knows what is made
of, who can easily be cured and saved BY
Hop Bitters, made of hops, Buchu, Man
drake, Dandelion, &C., which is so pure,
simple and harmless that the most frail
woman, weakest invalid or smallest child
can trust in them. Will you be saved by
them2 See other column.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

A PORCELAIN SET is handsome as a
dinner service, but porcelain set of teeth
is of no service at dinner.
To avoid all necessity for false teeth. use
Sozodont daily to preserve and beautify
the natural ones. 1t renders the gums
rosy and the teeth indestructible.
Nothing breakable that Spalding's Glue
won't mend.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

''Pshaw, no ocean foam for me; its
mere sham" said an impatient woman,
discussing the merits of baking powders.
Not thus, however, did she talk Of
Dooley's Yeast Powder. The latter has
been found to surpass all others in its
magic leavening powers, and to be indis-
pensabIe to the well regulated kitchen.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Morsd to Rock Ialana.

VIM. Schroeder. of Hilsdale, and a
brother-in-law of Ex-Deputy Sheriff Her
kert, has exchanged his property in that
place for house and lot in this city
belonging to Chas. Garharts, late driver of
Wagner's beer wagon, and he moved his
family here yesterday. Mr.. Garharts will
will continue in the same business Mr.. :.
was engaged in-saloon and hotel keeping.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

FRANK LEsLIE's SUNDAY MAGAZINE,
dited By the Rev DR.. Deems, Pastor of
the Church of the Strangers New York,
is now ready for December 1t is a
splendid number, containing 128 pages.
profusely illustrated, and teeming With ar
ticles of rare merit and brilliancy. This
magazine has become so general favor
lite. and is receiving such wide spread sup
port that it will doubtless soon be found in
almost every house hold in the land. 1t
numbers amongst its contributors such
men as William Cullen Bryant. Rev Bishop
Wrightmau, Rev. DR.. Potter, Rev. Will
lam NJ. Baker Rev. Dr. Rankin, Colonel
Thomas W. Knox. Hon. A. j. Requier
Mrs. Dickinson, Mrs. Barr. Miss Brock,
Colonel William Preston johnson, Rev.
Lyman Abbott, Sidney Lanier. Rev. DIR.
Brantly, and others. Each number is
handsomely illustrated with 100 engray-
ings, and has music and rich frontispiece.
With the January copy, which will be an
excellent holiday number, we are promised
finely engraved portrait of DR.. Deems,
it's distinguished editor Beautiful and
substantial Binding Cases are ready .for
sale at the close of each Uolume. price rs
cents. zsNo,o IS the time to subscribe to utis
UalUdble Magazine Terms: Single copies,
25 cents; annual subscription So by mail,
postpaid. Address Frank Leslies pub
fishing House, 537 Pearl Street, New Y ork
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
work Of the Police Force During No,


The voting for the freman's horn, also
the conductors lantern, win close at IL
o'clock tonight. 1t will no doubt be lively
and interesting, as the friends of the
various contestants will use every effort in
their behalf
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
WITH THIS UNDERSTANDING.

The prisoner was removed and the court
adjourned. As the prisoner was taken
back to Jail not even a boy insulted him.
The forbearance of the people of Knox
county could not be too highly praised
The judicial circuit in which this important
case is to be tried embraces six counties,
Knox, Warren. Henderson. Mercer, Rock
Island and Henry. Three judges sit IN
this circuit and this case will be tried be-
fore Judge A. A. Smith. The states
attorney is j. j. Tunuichff. an able young
lawyer who has held the Office for five
years past. 1t is intended to go on with
the trial on Monday next and this will be
done unless the prisoners counsel shall
make fight for continuance or change
of venue. Such course on their par
might result in trouble Of violent nature
though there are few surface indications Of
it at present.
The Jail of Knox county is model
structure of brick, stone and iron, and wa:
built in 1874 The county seat was for
merly at Knoxville, and was moved to this
city three years ego. No court house has
yet been built, but
COURT Is HELD IN THE oPERA-H@6sE.
A very cnmmodious and handsome struc
ture.
States attorney TunnicliH being cues.
toned as to the prospect of making out Q
case of murder in the first degree, stated
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
BILIOUS DIFFICULTIES.

DR.. PIERCE's INDIAN RESTORATIVE BIT
TIERS.
DIR. g., w. Skinner, member of the
American Association for the Advance
ment of Science. writing from Little Falls,
n. l., said: Il freely use 1t ss preference
to any Of the ordinary articles. such as Oh,
SIENNA, Salts. ETC., for the most delicate in.
fants, the robust, and those cnfeebLed by
age. 10 Is Specific for all Bilious Dis
orders, AgWes, Coltcs, Headaches, Cos
tsUeneSS, etc.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

DARE NOT TO TRIFLE WITH A CoUGH,
1t is inviting death, when safety is within
reach. Stop the Cough, heal the lungs
remove all irritation from the windDipe,
relieve the difficulty Of breathing with
Halls Honey of Horehound and Tar. A
few doses will effect perfect cure.
Pixies Toothache Drops cure in one
minute Sold By all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

Popular illustrated book (260 pages1 on
MANHOOD WoMANHooDl MARRIAGE
lmpediments to Marriage; the cause and
cure. Sent securely sealed, post-p paid. fol-
SO cents, by DR.. q. WHITTIER, GIT st,
Charles street, St. Louis, Mo-. the great
specialist Read his work.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Legal Blanks, of all kinds for sale al
THE ARGUS OFFICE
New Livery Stable.

James, F. Copp desires to inform his
friends and the public that he has
opened a livery and sale stable at the
stand formerly occupied by A Henry, Sd
avenue, between 10th and 18th streets
where he will be pleased to see all the ole
customers and as many new ones as choose
to favor him with their patronage Funer.
ais promptly attended to-
JAMES f. Corp.
Rock Island, Oct. 81, 1S77.-tf
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

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, 1877-11-30
nIEn.

NICHOLS --On Friday, at p M. id Rock Ia.
and, Of jaundice and dropsy Isaac Nichols, aged ~
years.
Funeral on Sunday at ! 2. n. sharp, from his late
residence on Second svenue above 10th street.
Relatives and friends invited 10 attend.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

All kinds of House and Sign Painting
Granting, etc., with neatness and dispatch
Give me a CALL Shop on Eighteenth
street, above Third avenue.
sep3-d3m G. JUERGENs.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Marriage Licenses.

The following marriage licenses havt
been issued for the week ending Nov. 29th
IL. W. Haskell, Isabella Trap.
John Beckman, Minnie 9omber.
Edward Jens, Emma label.
John w. IarlIin, Netfie PUNK.
VIM Bunch, Eta Hamilton.
Vim. Fender. Mary j. Dillon.
z John L Palmer, Mary A. Ramsey.
John T. Meegan, Ellen Mcclellan.
Q James K Larkin, Mrs. Clara Blake.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30

Headache yields quickly to Lodilles
Headache Specific. 1t is harmless as pure
water but cures headache in from 5 to 20
minutes. Costs so cents.
Durang's Rheumatic Remedy cures
rheumatism permanently. Sold by all
druggists in Rock Island and elsewhere.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Tha Waathar--To-nav.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFIoK to-day as in.
dicated bv thermometer:
IA. n. ale above zero i2P.M SOC above zerS
ga. N, 22o Pm. 2So
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
Burglary.

The stove and hardware store of David
Don was entered by burglars on Wednes-
day night, and ii revolvers, valued at
about $50. were stolen. The thieves en-
tered through back door which had been
left unbolted, and which was found open in
morning. No clue to the thieves.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-11-30
FoR IMMEpIATE RELrEF of COUGHS and

For IMMEDIATE RELIEF of coughs and
colds, use the popular remedy, Madame
Porters Cough BdLsdna, the cheapest and
one Of the best medicines sold Its virtues
have been tested by thousands for many
years in the treatment of all diseases of the
throat and lungs, and is confidently offered
as a reliever of those diseases. Price %,
so and IS cents per bottle.