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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The present indications are not
very flattering for driving logs, as
the water in the main river and all
the tributaries is very low, making
,ariSing impossible on some OF the
streams. The snow has about all
disappeared in the woods, under
the warm rays Of the sun, and the
water has all been absorbed by the
dry earth without any finding its
way TO the streams, as in years
past, and the consequence is low
water everywhere. Last spring we
had plenty of water, and, indeed,
too mueh, as the swelled streams
was the cause Of great damage in
some localities,-destroying dams,
delaying mill operations, etc. How
different now. The water In the
main river Is at least six feet be-
low the usual spring high water
mark. and nothing to assist in the
getting down of the logs unless
very heavy and continued rains
set In soon. Indeed, the water Is
so low now that the supply would
scarcely prove sufficient to run the
water power mills In tbis city, and
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

An Historical Fact.-Eycry agent who
has been steadily selling the improved
$40 Homestead Sewing Machine for
three years, owns his dwelling house,
has good account in bank, is clear of
debt, and has money interest, the natur-
al consequence of securing a good agency
for superior goods at the lowest prices
A good flrst-class sewing machine, most
useful-reliable at all times, easy 10 un-
derstand and control, the same size and
docs the same work as any machines
that sell at four times the price. There
is no machine at any price better, or that
will do finer or more work, and certain
" none so low in price by many dollars.
The Homestead is widely known and
used in thousands of families in the
Eastern and Middle States, and daily
becoming popular in the West. IL will
save its cost several times over In one
season. doing the work of the family, or
will earn four or five dollars day for
any man or woman who sews for liv-
ing. 1t is the strongest machine made
Is ready at all times TO do its work,
makes the strongest and finest stitch yet
invented, and is acknowledged as the
Standard Family Machine. Price, com
plete tor domestic use, $50, delivered ut
your door, no matter how remote you may
reside. Business permanent and honor
able, with more certain and rapid sales,
and larger profits than any other. Ex-
traordinary liberal offers made TO local
or travelling agents where we have none
established or, If there is no agent near
you, send your order direct TO the fac
tory. Address John H. Kendall & Co,
AL Broadway, New York. s90ylq.
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Aid Society.

Pursuant to an invitation ex-
tended by Rev. Mr.. Rafter, on Sun
day, the 18th, the ladies Of Trinity
Parish met at the Rectory, at 3 p.
NJ, on the 10Th, for the purpose of
organizing Church Working AS
secsation.
The NEE ting was called to order
by the Rec, or. and after prayer the
following named ladies were elected
as officers:
Ppesident-Mrs. A. w. Comstock.
Vice-pns.-Mrs. H. ID. Churchill.
Sec'y--Mrs. 4. M. Knight.
Trees.-Mrs. y. Collins.
At the sugges ton of Rev. Mr..
Rafter, the organization adopted
the title Of -'The Rector's Aid So
ciety."
The President made the follow
ing appointments:
Committee on Woris-Mrs. j. Il.
Bostwick, Mrs. DR.. Wilkinson.
Committee on Entertainments
Mrs. w. L. Churchill, Mrs. l. Col
Inns, Mrs. A. Pack, Mrs. u. McRae.
On motion, the time for holding
meetings was fixed Cor every Thurs
day afternoon, from2 until 6 o'clock,
and the place for holding the same
to he designated by the President.
No further business appearing,
the society adjourned to meet at
the residence of Mrs. A. w. Com
stock, on Thursday next.
Mrs. u. M. KNIGET, Sec'y.
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Moved by Alderman Rice, that the
bills as recommended by the Comp
troller be allowed and warrants drawn
for the payment of the several amounts.
Aycs-Brown, Gillett, Healy, Rayburn,
Rice and Tins. Nays--None. Carried.
RESOLUTIONS.
BY Alderman Tins, that the Council
now proceed with the appointment OF
officers for the ensuing year, In the fol-
lowing order:
City Attorney; Street Commissioner,
Bridge Tender, City Marshal and Chief
Engineer.
Motion amended by Alderman Gillett,
to appoint In the following order;
City Marshal. City Attorney Street
Commissioner, Bridge Tender, Chief En-.
gineer.
For the amendment. Ayes-Alder-
men Brown, GIllett, Healy. Rice and
Tins. No-Alderman Rayburn. Car
ried.
Original motion as I'm ,ndcd, lost by
TIC Following vote Aycs--None. Nays
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Moved by Alderman Rice, that the
foregoing bills be allowed as recon-
mended by the committee and warrants
drawn for the payment of the same.
Ayes-Brown, Gillett, Healy, Rayburn,
Rice and Tins. Nays--None. Carried.
MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS.
By Alderman Tins, that the Comp
troller's salary be fixed at the sum OF
six hundred dollars and rent at $50 per
year, the same as last year. Ayes
Brown, Gillett, Healy, Rice, Rayburn
and Tins Nays-None. Carried.
BY Alderman Gillett, that the City
Marshal be and is hereby required to
execute bond to the city of Alpena in
the sum of two thousand dollars for the
faithful performance of his duties. Ayes
Brown, Gillett and Rice. Nays
Healy, Rayburn and Tins. Mayor gave
casting vote In the affirmative. Motion
carried.
By Alderman Rayburn, that the Re-
corder's salary be fixed at the sum OF
$500 for the ensuing year, and $50 Office
rent. Ayes-Brown, Gillett, Healy, Rice,
Rayburn and Tins. Nays-None. Car
rled.
BY Alderman Tins, that Thomas Nc
CHM be and is hereby appointed City
Surveyor. Ayes--Healy, Rayburn and
Tins. Nays-Brown, Gillett and Rice.
Lost.
BY Alderman Rayburn, that the City
Attorneys salary be liked at two hun
bred aud fifty dollars for the ensuing
year.
Alderman Glllett moved 10 amend by
making the salary 5000.
For the amendment. Ayes-Brown,
Gnlett, Healy, Rice, Rayburn and Tins.
Nays-None. Carried.
Original motion as amended adopted
by the same vote.
BY Alderman Rice, that the City Mar.
shall be and is hereby authorized TO en-.
ploy such extra police force as he may
deem necessary, subject to the approval
of the Council. Ayes-Brown, Gillctt
and Rice. Nays--Healy, Rayburn and
Tins. Tie vote. Mayor voted in th,
Affirmative. Motion carried.
By Alderman Gillett, that William
Mirrt be and Is hereby appointed City
Surveyor for the ensuing year. Ayes
Brown. Gillett and Rice. Nsys-Iiealy
Raybufn aud Tins Lost
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The Common Council OF the city Of
Alpena met in the Council Room, on
Monday evening, April 10th, 1877, and
was called to order at eight o'clock by
the Mayor.
PREsENT.--A. N. Spratt, Mayor; A..
r. Mcdonald, Recorder, and Aldermen
Brown, Gillett, Healy, Rayburn, Rice
and Tins.
Journal of session held April 18th,
1877, read and approved.
PETITIONS.
Chas. Hueber and Others, asking
that an ordinance be passed by the
Council requiring transient meat deal
ers to pay liccnce. Referred to Com
mittee on Ordinances.
COMMUNICATIONS.
From John Low, in reference to re-
pairs on bridge across Thunder Bay
river. Referred to Committee on Streets
and Sewers.
Comptroller, recommending the pay
ment of sundry bills. Referred to the
Committee on Ways and Means.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES.
Ways and Means, recommending the
payment Of the following bills:
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The Lansing correspondent of
the Detroit Free Press writes as
follows:
The bill crestieg the new Alpena
Circuit from q portion of the Bay
Circuit, became a law without the
Governors signiture, as has been
previously explained. The spring
election was held Monday, April
I'd; the act became operative
Wednesday, April 9Th. The Gov
ernor was solicited by telegrahy on
election day to Inform the citizens
of Alpena whether he had approved
or vetoed the law, and whether an
election could be legally held for q
Judge the Governor ut once re-
piled that such an election was not
authorized by Law. Governor Cros-
well does not as yet zee bis way
clear 10 making On appointment
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BY Alderman Rice, Tint the Recorder

Y BY Alderman R'ce, that the Recorder
be and is hereby instructed TO have pub
lished u manual, containing the rules OI
the Common Council. etc, at an e1-
pense not 10 exceed ten dollars Ayes
Brown, Glllett, Healy, Rice, Royburn
and Tins. Nays---None. Carried.
BY Alderman Gillett, that John d.
sheahy be and Is hereby appointed
Street Commissioner for the ensuing
year, compensation 70 be fixed hereafter.
Ayes Brown, Gillett, Ray and Rice.
Nays---Healy and Tins. Carried.
Moved by Alderman Rice, 70 adjourn
for one week; which motion prevailed,
whereupon the Council adjourned.
A. r. MCDONALD,
Recorder
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The Board Of Education.

The Board of Education of the city OF
Alpena met in the Secretary's office on
Wednesday evening, April 18th, 1877,
and was called to order at eight o'clock
by the President.
PREsENT-A. N. Spratt, President
A. r. Mcdonald, Secretary, and Trustees
Morse, McRae and Wall.
There being no quorum present the
Board adjourned, on motion of Mr.
Morse.
A. r. MCDONALD.
Secretary,
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A short time ago we commanded
the organ grinder to attack the
Tawas Gazette, and we rejoice to
see by his last Monday edition
that he has obeyed orders. Now,
give the Tawas man another bite,
Mr.. Organ Grinder.
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EPIsCOPAI--Rev. w. w. Raftet. Services in
Trinity Church, on First street, every Sunday
morning and evening.
BAPrtsT--Rev. w. G. Learned, Services in
eoeietys Church, on Third street, every Sabbath
morning and evening.
CATIIoLIC-Rev L. M. Dekicre. Services in
the Catholic Church, on Chisholm street, every
Sundays at $3.50 A. NJ. 1880 A. NJ, and at p. NJ
vespers-svening service Sermon in English al
loso in French at 1880.
CONGREGATIONAIl-R A. y. Alien, Ser
vices IN the Socety's Church, on Second street,
every Sabbath morning and evening.
METHODISr-Rev ii. G. Nttthrup. Services
In society's Church. ON Dock street, every Sabbath
morning and evening.
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To Those Building

We are furnishing the best Sash, Blinds and
Doors In the state, and for the least money. A
clean, smooth true window is as important part.
and used much any other part Of a house !;
then, If you get neat, clean article, with best
French Glass, set and warranted safe home, and
as cheap as q roughly made article with common
glass, why not secure il Also French and Amer
lean Glass, al sizes, double and single thickness
wholesale and retail, for Dwellings, Store Fronts,
Glass for Doors, Side Lights, Parlors, etc. send
your memorandum and we will send you special
rates. We send sash, glass set, 800 or 400 miles
with perfect safety. L. p. EARL, AZ Jefferson
Avenue, Detroit.
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From all the numbering districts
comes the complaint that The water
Is too low for driving logs, and that
the present prospects are that a
large amount of logs will be hung
nm this season.
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Council Proceedings.

Pursuant TO adjournment, the Com
mon Council of the city Of Alpena
met In the Council Room, on Monday
evening, April 18th, 1877, and was called
to order at eight o'clock by the Mayor.
PREsENT.-A. n. Spratt, Mayor; A
r. Mcdonald, Recorder, and Aldermen
Brown, Glllett, Healy, Rayburn, Rice
and Tins.
Journal of two sessions held April 8,
1877, read and approved.
The Mayor announced the following
standing committees for the year;
Ways and Means--Gillctt, Rice and
Healy.
Streets and Sewers-Rice, Rayburn
and Brown.
Ordinance-Healy, Gillett and Ray
burn.
Fire Department-Brown, Tins and
Rice.
Fire Llmits-Tlms, Rayburn and
Brown.
PETITIONS.
Albert Pack, +. s. Goodrich, A. w.
Comstock and 35 others. asking that j.
w. Van Horn be appointed bridge tend
e- for the ensuing year. Laid on the
table.
Foreman and officers of fire company
No. g, asking that Robert Oliver be re-
tanned as engineer Of fire company No 2.
Laid on the table.
APPLICATIONS.
From the following named persons,
asking TO be appointed to the position
of bridge tender for the ensuing year
Grin Kincaide, James r. Conway, W.
Nicholson, Michael Mooney, Robert N.
Park, William Cummings, Denton Sell
lick, John Dawson, Dougald Macarthur
and John Low. Laid on the table.
From the following named persons,
asking to be appointed Street Commits
sioner: John q. Chisholm and Dougald
Macarthur. Laid on the table.
From John Mcdonald, asking to be
appointed City Marshal. Laid on the
table.
REPoRTs OF OFFICERS.
Police Justice, report OF fines for month
ending March 81, 1877. Ordered placed
on Ale.
Comptroller, recommending the pay.
ment OF the following bills:
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The ladies of the Congregational
Society will give acorn Festival
in the vacant store, Potters Block
Thursday evening, April 18th
Corn supper served from 8 o'clock
The public are cordially invited.
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the prospects for their early start
ing is not the best. Rain is what
we want, and rain we must have
before much lumber cutting can be
done in this city.
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Geo. Peck & Co, $50 and 157 Wood
ward avenue, Detroit, have the largest
and richest stock Of dry goods in the
city. BY buying exclusively for cash,
they are enabled TO make special figures
on goods. They will send samples to
any address free by mail, and we advise
our readers to write for them.
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Local Notices.

Look out for large and varied stock
of wall papers, by the first boat, at the
new store of G. Golllng, on River street
The very latest styles only will be re-
ceived. Remember the place, and call
early after opening.
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1t would seem from a telegram
received from our Representative,
that Mr.. Kelley has hopes yet that
the Alpena railroad bill will be-
come law. The bill passed the
Committee of the whole in the
House on Friday last.
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Mr.. EDIToR:-Allow me, through
your paper, to express my thanks
TO Mr.. Cornell for his efficient SER
vices in connection with the tab
leaux, at the recent entertainments
Mrs. ]. g. BEEKMAN.
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We understand that the Alpena
Olympic Society intend to give ar
entertainment in this 'Gty at nc
distant day.
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1t was reported at Detroit last
week that the steam barge East
Saginaw had left this port, and
was Oh Lexington in the ice. The
East Saginaw is still At Alpena' but
will sail as soon as the weather will
hermit.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The second hop Of the series
given by the Guards, at the Armory,
win take place Friday eve. OF this
week. The boys will be gratihed
TO welcome their friends, and try
and make the evening pleasant and
enjoyable.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The lecture q Rev. H. G. North
rup, on the Ceatennial Pictures
and Lessons thereon, will take place
at Alpine Hall this evening. II
you fail to bear this interesting lee
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

New stock of boots and shoes,
Provisions of the best quality,
Groceries that cannot be excelled,
All at the lowest prices at
FOLKERTS e. BUTTERFIELD'S
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Navigation in this section is con-
pletely open, and the tug whistles
are now occasionally heard.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The entertainments given last
week by the Ladies' Literary Club
were of a very fine order, were well
appreciated by the large audiences
in attendance, and proved success
full in every particular. Want of
space forbids us entering into de-
tail, but we cannot refrain from
giving passing notice. The "Spir-
it of '76" was rendered in an ex-
cellent manney, and reflects credit
on all who took part in the play.
The tableaux were of the best, and
elected hearty applause. AS a
whole, the entertainments were as
good as any rendered by profession
ais, and prove beyond dispute that
Alpena can produce some of the
best amature stage performers in
the State. 1t has been suggested
that the citizens be favored with
more of these entertainments dur
ing the summer.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The price of mules is on the in
crease in Texas. Send the organ
grinder over its road before de-
cline.
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What blessing TO the poor wonld be
such wholesome purifier and proven
tive of contagion as Glenn's Sulphur
Soap, could It be distributed among
them. Why don't some philantropist
act on this hint. Depot. CritteDtOns
No. Z, Sixth avenue, n. Y. HilPs hair
and whisker dye, black or brown, 90
cents. 800.
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The official returns show the fol-
lowing vote on State ticket in this
county at the April election:
State Ticket.
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A. Anspach s. Co. are now exhibiting
the finest stock of Millinery ever brought
to Athena,
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The Mankins, who have been ex-
hibiting in this city, start down the
shore this morning.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

Saginaw Bay and the lower por-
ton Of Lake Huron are still full oil
ice, though considerably broken up
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The members Of the Ladies' Lit
erary Club desire ITO return their
thanks to all who assisted eft their
entertainments.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

Holloway's Pills and Ontment.-For
scurvy, leprOsy, and cutaneous diseases
they are mrlvalled. In places where
these maladies are prevalent, the cures
are marvellous for the expulsion OF PIN
pies, botches, etc, and they are unparal-
leled, and as a cosmetic the ointment
stands unequalled. Sold everywhere.
% cents per box or pot
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Those suffering with that dlsagreeable
and dangerous disease Catarrh, or any
Throat or Ling affection, Consumption,
Asthma, Bronchitis, etc, etc, will re-
ceive free Of charge), the Recipe and full
directions for Il speedy and permanent
cure, from one who has suffered aud
cured himself Address.
DIR. JOHN S. BURNETT,
1Gl Jefferson Street,
291y1q Louisville, Ky.
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Milliners, dressmakers, sewing ma
chine agents and fancy goods dealers,
should send 3 cent stamp for complete
price list of perforated parchment pa
per braid and embroidery patterns. Mrs.
Amelia Blades, Clinton, Iowa. 2S7m3.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

We learn that the house of Chas
Glover, four miles out, burned yes
terday morning.
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DRoBATE NOTICE.


State Of Michigan. County Of Aipcns, e..
Notice IL hereby given, that by an order Of the
Probate Court for the County Of Alrena made ON
the 18th day OF April, A. ID. 1877, six months
sent their claims against the estate Of Obed
smith, late Of said county, deceased. and that
ell creditors Of said deceased are required 20 pre-
sent Their eisHns n snid Probate Court, 1T the
ton and allowance, on or before the 18th day 81
October mkt, and that nich olaims viii be
heard bfftrc said Court, on Monday. the 2lst
day Of May, and on Tuesday. thn 10th day Of
October next at 10 O'Clock in the forenoon Of each
OF those days. EHt n
Dated, April 18th, A. .. 1871.
"a true soryj IRAsrorT,
UTef Judss OF Plobsis.
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HOMESTEAD $50
SEWING
$40 MACHINE.
For Domestic use.
With Table and Fixtures complete, enly $40.

Wv
A perfect and upequaled, large, strong and dura-
Bile Machine, constructed elegant and solid, from
the best material with mathematical precision,
poses. Always ready az a moments notice TO do
its days work, never out OF order, and will last
generation with moderate care easy to under
stand and manage light, smooth, and swift run
ming, like the well-reguiated movement of fine
watch; Simple, Compact. Efficient and Reliable,
with all the valuable improvements 10 be found
in the highest priced Machines, warranted to do
the same work, the same way, and rs rapid
IA a s75 Machine. An acknowledged triumph Of
ingenious mechanical SKILL essentially tho working
womans friend, and tar in advance of all ordinary
Machines, for absolute Strength, Reliability and
general usefulness; will Hem, Fell, Tuck, Seam,
Quilt, Bind, Braid, Cord, Gather, Kuffile, Shirr,
Plat, Fold, Scallop, koil, Embroider, Run up
Breadths etc, with wonderful rapidity neatness
and ease sews the strongest lasting stitch equally
fine and smooth through all kinds of goods, from
cambria 90 several thicknesses of broadcloth or
leather, with fine or coarse cotton, linen, silk
Irvine. Gives perfect satisfaction. Will earn its
cost several times over in a season in the work il
does, or make good living tor any man or worn-
an who desires 10 use 1t for that purpose; works
50 faithful and easy the servants or children can
use IL without damage. Price Of machine with
light table, fully equipped for family work, $50.
HALF CASE, Cover, SIDK DRAwRRs AND CABINET
STYLES each az correspondingly low rates. Safe
delivery guaranteed, free from damage. Ex-
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of the several styles Of Machines, references,
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terms with liberal Inducements 20 enterprising
Clergymen. Teachers, Business Men, Travelling
or Local Agents etc, who desire exclusive Agen-
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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

Sam'l Smith is preparing for the
erection of residence on Wash
inpton avenue.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1877-04-18

The rooms occupied by the Red
Ribbon Society, in the Hitchcock
block, are now fully supplied with
choice and interesting reading mat
ter, various games, ETC., where
young and old may while away
their leisure moments in profita-
BILE manner.
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The bay and river is entirely free
from ice.