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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION,
Acceptance of God Medal Rules. &c.

New YORK, July The National Rife
Association yesterday accepted the gold
medal offered by Gen. D. d. Wylie, Chief
of Ordnance, to be shot for with military
rife at 300 and zoo yards, with seven shots
at each distance. 4 letter was received
from Thos. J. jacques, Chairman of the
New South Wales Rife Association in
relation to match for a centennial trophy.
lie suggested as the views of the associa-
ton that the ranges should be 900 and
1000 and 1,100 yards, as these distances
are better test Of skill than those adopted
at the late match; that the match should
not be shot on any ground on which the
members of any of the competing teams
have frequent opportunities for practice;
that no member of any competing team
be allowed to fire on the range selected
for the match, and that the match bt
shot every Sd year, in order that the team:
from distant countries may he able to take
part
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
New Z Grk Market.

y % " I VIEENs q 0 !.
FINANCIAL.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Muddled Mexico.

SAN FRANCISCO, July T. A Texan
dispatch from Guaymas dates of 29th
June says Mariscal elected governor.
A report published says the general gov
erDment appointed General L. Huerta
provisional governor and military COM
mander of Sonora and that the election
for members of congress was annuled.
A telegram from the city of Mexico
says: Sonora railroad concession ap-
proved by the government June Sth,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
College Athletic oontests

New YORK. July AT the inter
college athletic contests yesterday, Col
umbia, Princeton and the University of
Pennsylvania carried of the honors. The
Witnesses of the sport were fairly
numerous, and were for the most part
College boys and alumni, who bet quietly
but freely, notwithstanding the prohibitory
law
Chas. /, Richards, we'll known retired
manufacturer, died Thursday, of an over
dose of hydrate of chloral.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Loss by Fire in Ind.
JEFFERsoNvILLE, Ind, July

JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind, July THE
entire saw mills of D. S. Barendre, steam
boat builder, of this city, were burned at
midnight; loss on the machinery and
building, including the lumber, patterns.
&c, will reach $4,000; no insurance.
Capt Blanches Red river boat on the
stocks, and partially finished, was slightly
damaged. A large number OF men we're
thrown out of employment, origin of the
FIRE as yet unknown.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Embarkation Of Distinguished Parties for
Europe

New York, July Five steamers
leave port to-day for Europe, carrying in
all about four hundred saloon passengers.
John A. Kasson, minister to Austria, and
Theo. Tilton and two daughters, sail in the
City of Brussels. Fanny and May Daven-
port, actresses, aud Geo. T. Fuller, cor
respondent Of the Louisville Courier
Journal, and wife, are booked for the
England"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07

WASHINGTON. July The Signal Ser
vice observations taken at 10 o'clock this
forenoon indicate the following weather
probabilities for this afternoon and to-
night:
Indications for Northwest barometer
falling, southerly winds, partly cloudy
weather and rain areas, followed at upper
stations by rising barometer and colder.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Death from ApopLexy Z.

Iowa CITY. July Capt. Joseph Z.
Griffith known, historically for gallantry at
Vicksburg, during the war, graduate of
West Point, connected with the engineer
corps, =, S. army, and in that capacity
long occupied with the survey OF the
lakes, died here this morning, aged 36
years, lie was well as usual at breakfast,
and died by noon, of apoplexy.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Gov. Kampton nound for son,e.

New YORK, July Gov. Hampton
and Attorney General Connor leave for
South Carolina to day, the object Of their
visit being very satisfactorily accomplished.
Their mission was, among other things, to
arrange for a temporary loan of 100000
to pay the present expenses of the state
government, and some floating claims
which demand immediate attention Both
Gov. Hampton and Gen. Connor have
suffered from illness during their stay
here, but both are row recovered.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Heavy Rank Ronperx.

WHITEHALL, N. Y, July 7.-Keesyille
national bank was robbed of $4,000, the
watchman being bound and gagged, The
burglars also took so to 100000 worth OF
valuables deposited for safe keeping, and
number of bills receivable and collection
notes.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
LOOK OUT FOR CoUNTERFEITs ,

The public are cautioned against another eOun-
tereit which has lately made its appearance called
". B Farrell's Arabian Liniment, the most danger
Gus of all the couuterfeits because his having the
name OF Farrell, many VIII buy it in good faith,
without the knowledge that counterfeit exists,
and they will perhaps only discover their error
when thcspurious mixture has wrought its evil ef-
feCts.
The genuine article is manufactured only by II.
G. Farrell cole inventor and proprietor, and whole
sale druggist, No. II Main street, Peoria, Illinois,
to whom ali applications for Agencies must he ad-
dressed Be sure you ge it with the letters H G.
before Farrells thHs-H. G.. FARRELL'S-and his
signature on the wrapper, all other are counter
feits.
Sold by all druggists and by regular authorized
agents throughout the United States.
~ Price % and 80 cents, and 81 per bottle.
AGENTS WANTED in every town, village and
hamlet in the United Statss, in which one Is not al
read established. Address II. G. Farrell as above
accompanied with good character, responslh hiilty
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Failure in Canada

MoNTREAN, July Young, NJ. Maugh-
ton & Co, importers of dry goods, and
shirt manufacturers, failed yesterday.
Liabilities $l50,O00. Assets fifty per cent.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
SAMPLES FREE

6En0 REWARD will be paid for bottle of any
0JUO other Extract or Essence of Jamaica Gin
ger if found to equal it in fine flavor, purity and
prompt medicinal effect Largest, Cheapest and
Best Take other until you have given it a trial
Sold by all Wholesale and Retail Druggists, CIro-
GERS. and Dealers in Medicines. Price, 50 cents
Dealers should purchase original packages of one
dozen TO obtain the trial bottles for free distrbu-
ton. WEEKS & POTTER, General Agents and
Wholesale Druggists, Boston.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
s9Library board meeting TO night

E1~A dog belonging to c. NJ Smith,
was supposed to be mad yesterday, and
was killed.
paAA lady fell through the sidewalk
opposite the Moline print works last Tues
day, and was severely bruised.
RIPAn effort is being made TO organize
another militia company in Moline. Some
of the best men in the city are the origi-
nators.
BS~Superintendent Kerns has men at
work taking out the timbers in the dock at
the foot of Lynde street, which were so
poorly put in about year ago,
R@Those desiring to avail themselves
of the reduced rates to Milwaukee during
the Turner's festival should see Herman
uanaecke before the 10Th of this month
BGg-A warrant was issued for the arrest
of Bengst Anderson this morning for beat
ing a little son of John Miller, draymaT.
He had not been found at 3 o'clock this
afternoon.
gsA-Jo ohm Sandy, painter in the EN-
ploy of B. Gentleman was arrested by
| Officer Olson for being drunk on Main St.
| He was placed in the calaboose, and DR..
Morey called. who pronounced it a case Of
| dehrlum tremens.
8Gg= Binding of every description done
at close figures at The ARGUS bindery.
All kinds of printing cheaper than else 1
where in the three cities. First class work
guaranteed. if
TEe Flow City.
! The steam yacht Plow City is now in
perfect trim for excursions Pains will
be taken to insure the comforts of passen-
gers Liberal discount to Sunday schools
and societies. 15d3m
Ba%The plow shops have been shut
down for several days, thus throwing hun
dreds of men out of employment, and now
the prospects are that the saw mills will
be compelled to close up for want of logs,
it they do, times will be harder here than
ever before.
B9-Services at the Congregational
church tomorrow, at 1920 a. ID. and Z AZ
y. NJ, by the pastor. Morning subject
E Some recent advances in temperance
reform Evening: Temperament ant
temperance; a lesson for young people
All are invited.
Wheelock Public Library Eepors fol
June:
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Ice ater

and sweetened, forms a mixture which, as q cool
ing, healthy and refreshing Summer Beverage, has
no equal. Barrels Of ice wate', prepared in this
way may be drank without the slightest injury
and happy is the man who finds in this substitute
for spirtuous liquors. Its value the Farmer the
Mechanic and Laberer cannot be over-estimated
1t is SO cheap as to be within the reach of all;
finely favored to be-enjoyed by lovers of the
6opSt
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Sun PAIN OF 10 YEARS STANDING CURED BY H. {
FARRFII's ARABIAN IINIMFNT-

Mr.. II. G. rrell,-Dear Sir: I had been afflicted
with the 'Sun Pain" for the last ten years | could
of II. G. Farrel's Arabian Liniment, applied over
the temples about three or four times day, it was
| went into the stable one night to apply il to a
horses sore leg, and being very lame he stumbled
aud fel, against my legs, crushing and bruising
rendering them powerless. l applied your Lini-
ment. apd was well enough in a few days TO 60
about again as usual. l also crushed my finger IN
shocking manner by letting back log fall upon
it: your Liniment soon healed it up, though
LaSalle, Peoria Co, Ill. JOHN B. M'6EE.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
FLUID LIGHTNING.
I,TiD Z "

VIII positively afford relief by external
application. 1t cures on the instant Neu-
ralgia, Nervous Headache, Rheumatism,
Toothache, Earache, and all nervous pains,
so AS BY MAGIC.
Sold by all Druggists at so cts. and 81
per bottle.
For sale in Rock Island by John Bengston
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07

New YORK, July THE subscriptions
to the new four per cent bonds amounted,
up to the opening Of business to-day to a
little over $I2, 900 900.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Boiler Explosion

NASHVILLE, July Two men were
killed here yesterday by an explosion of
the boiler of a steam thresher. Three
others were dangerously hurt.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
FINANCIAL
S25. SEQ. Si0O. $500. $500.

The reliable house Of ALEX. FROTHINGHAM
& CO., No 12 Wall street, New York publish
Weekly Financial Report, which they send free to
any address. In addition 10 large number of edl-
torials on financial and other topics, II contains
very fun and accurate reports OF the sales and
standing OF every stock, bond and security dealt in
at the Stock Exchange. Measrs. FRoTHINGHAM
Co, are extensive brokers of large experience and
tried integrity In addition to their stock broker.
age business, they sell what are termed PrtviEges"
or "Puts and Calls" now Of the favorite meth
Ods of legitimate speculation. Their advice Is val
uable, and by following it many have made for
uneE.-f New York NJ etrOpolis.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
MEDICAL
JAMAICA

This elegant preparation is prepared from the
TRUE Jamaica Ginger, combined with choice Aro-
matics and genuine French brandy, and is vastly
superior 10 every other Extract Essence Of Gin
ger before the public-all of which are prepared
with alcohol by the old process.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07

Mr. II. G. Farrells Arabian Liniment has cured
some bad cases here, which every other remedy had
cords in the leg of boy u years old. The leg had
withercd away. and was so contracted that he had
no use of it, Three doctors had tried their skill up
on it IN vain and he fast sinking to the grave.
when the boys father induced to try II. G. Far
rel's Arabian Eminent Before the first bottle was
used up he came to Mr.. Is s store, and the first
words he said were, Mr.. Barker, want all that
Liniment you have in the store the one bottle got
did my boy more good than all that had ever been
done before" That boy is now well and hear
ty and has free of his legs It is good for brui
ses, sprains, cuts, burns and swenngs.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
MOLINE.
ARGUS HEADQUARTERS MOLINE,

RIcHARDs & SoHRBEcK's Drug and Book Store
opposite First National Bank where all orders
can be left for the ARGUS, and where all Moline
business is transacted by .. J. Beardslee. Bust
ness notices should be handed in by no2n TO en-
sure publication the same day.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Restorative Stimulant

free from serious objections, yet paatable, even in
vitng the sensitive palate, which will create no
morbid appetite for itself, and operate assis-
tant to digestion, well az perform the functions
of stimulaut. Such we confidently believe is to
be found in
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Bank Robbery.

WHITEHALL, n. Y, July The first
national bank of RoseviE was robbed
last night, Of the entire contents of the
safe.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07

CONCORD, n. H., July Willis Beard
and Willis Eastward were drowned yester-
day, by capsizing in pond.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
SANFORD'S JAMAICA GINGER i,

elegant combination of the True Jamaica Ginger
with the Choicest Anomalies. 1t is beyond all COM
parison the most healthy, invigorating tonic and
stimulant befO.e the public. 1t is earnestly
mended to the weak and nervous, to those recover
ing from debiitating diseases. and TO the aged, 10
whom it imparts warmth and vigor
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Sports OF the Turf

New YORK, July 7.-Manmouth Park
--Dauntless won the first race 10 two
straight heats; Roumy I'd; Fellow Craft
Sd: time I461, 464.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Cholera MOrhus.

Cramps, Pains, DiarrhGa and Dysentery are in
stantly relieved by it. 1t will render attack of
Cholera Morbus mpossible,if if taken when the symp-
toms of this dangerous complaint first manifest
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Shin Yard Burned.

JEFFERsoNVILLE, Ind, July Bar
mere 4 Brothers large ship yard burned
this morning, Loss $6O.0C0.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Cramps and Pains

whether produced by indigestion, improper food,
change of water diet, too free indulgence of ice
water, exposure to sudden changes of temperature,
are Immediately relieved by it. One ounce added
10 q GALLON of
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
a CARD.

To all who are suffering from the errors and in
disCretions of youth, nervous weakness, early de
cay, loss OF manhood &C, will send recipe that
will cure you, FREE OF CHARGE. This great
remedy was discovered by missionary in South
America. Send a sef-addressed envelope to the
REV JOSEPH IT. INMAN Station D, Bible House
New York City,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07

Printing, Binding and Blank Book work
specialities at The ARGUS OFFICE. No
pains will be spared to please customers.
Satisfaction guaranteed. IF
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
SPECIAL NOTICES.

EVERY FAMILY should at once procure bot
tie of the great Arabian remedy for man and beast
called II. q. FARRELL.s ARABIAN LINIMENT. 1t al
lays the most intense pains in a few minutes, re-
stores the synovial fluid or joint water, and thus
cures stiff joints it penetrates the flesh the bone,
reaxes contracted cords cures rheumatism and pal
sled limbs of 20 years standing; also tumors swell
ed neck enlargement of the glands and is the best
medicine for ailments of cattle ever discovered GU
ring sweeny, spavins splint and all diseases which
require an external application,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07

Is the most cfTectual remedy sold, is a luxury to
use gives the satisfaction gives instant relief,
will not grease stain the most delicate fabric,
has pleasant and refreshing O1or. 1t will imme
diately relieve and cure rheumatism, Chronic and
Acute; Neuralgia and Catarrh, Headache and
Swellcd Face, Sore Throat, Sprains and Bruises,
BuDions and Chilblains, Eruptions of the Skin,
Pain in Chest, Back or Limbs, Burns and Scalds
For sale by all DrngCists
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Dyspepsia,

PlatuleEcy, Sluggish Digestion, want of Tone and
Activity in the Stomach and Bowels, Oppression
after eating, sure to be relieved by single dose
taken after each meal. \ great want exists for
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07

Wheat8Held aG53c higher; very firm: no sales
Corn-13c better mixed western 5SG61.
Oats-Firm and higher; mixed western 301l56.
POrk-Quict; IA 25Q15 90.
Lard-Wcak; 12I2.
Whisky--1 -.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
IE1- E1.GRAPEE3.TI.C. T. E

Photographed 10 the Rock Island Argus. ]
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
ST. LOUIS q ROCK ISLAND z.E.
PEORIA & ROCK ISLAND RAILWAY.

SHORTEST ROUTE TO THE EAST AND SOUTH.
LEAVE ARRIVE.
Eastern Ex. 50 q. m. Mail & Ex. 1:O2 p, mS
Mail Il Ex. 1'40 p. m. Western Ex 5:55 D. m.
Way Freight 6;s0 a. IN. Way Freight 1925 p. N.
The 600 a. IN, train makes close connection at
alva with b & q, for Aledo and Keithsburg,
also at Peoria with & ], for Jacksonville, Spring
ED, st Louis and all points south and southwest,
arriving in st Louis at 1900 pm.
The 80 train makes close connection at GAlva
with & Q r Il, for the west; arriving at Quincy
at 9:45 M, also at Peoria with b Il w, and T
p & W, for points east and southeast,
ROCK ISLAND b MERCER CO., 3. r.
Leave Rock Island at BOO a. m. and 200 p IN. Ar
irving at Gable at II 10 a. m, and 500 p. m.
Leave Gable at G:30 m, and 12:45 p. Arriving
at Rock Island at $40 u. m, and 300 p. m.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
Rumor of the Death OF pops

LONDON, July 1T is strongly
rumored that the Pope died to, day
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-07
A CARDsFROM
l. !. PRUSSING & CD.

We beg leave to notify the public that as many
unprincpled persons circulating the story that
the Vinegar recently condemned by the Board OF
Health of Washington, d. c.. of our manufae-
ture, are obliged TO publish the following cor
respondence. which explains itself:
DR. T. 5. VERDI, President Board of Health,
Washington, ID. C.--STR: Has any Vinegar manu-
featured by Is been eonfscated or condemned by
your Board? An early reply viii greatly oblige.
T. L. PRUSSING 81 co.
BOARD OF HEALTH, WASHINGTON. June 9. 1871
ply to your communication of this date, am in
strEcted TO inform you that the Board OF Health
has never condemned any Vinegar of your manu-
factnre. nor has complaint ever been made of the
impurity of the same Very respectfully,
c. G. COX, NJ. D., Secretary.
We wonld also submit the following from Dr.
Aiken, of Maryland, and Dr. Mahla, of Chicago:
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, June 9. 1877. Il have
this day made Chemical Analysis of an average
ali trace of mineral acids and metallic impurities
and therefore PURE. Free sulphuFic acid yeFy
Injurious adulteration often found in the CORNER
cial article, Is not present in this vinegar
Nm. A. AIKEN, Prof. Chem. and Phlr
Requested by Mr.. Prussing, subjected sample
OF his Vinegar to Chemical Analysis, and / found
II perfectly free from mineral acids and metallic
substances with which commercial vinegar is so
frequently adalterated. | can recommend it. there.
fore, an entirely pure and wholesome article.
MAHLA, PHI. DR..
In conclusion, we will add that our welI-k known
brands of vinegar have stood the test of public opin
ion for twenty-nine years, besides having received
first premiums at the Worlds Fair the United
States Fair the Illinois State Fair, the Chicago City
Fair, &C.
2sdttslm Ell PRUssNG CO., CHICAGO
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-05-09
TO ALL, PARTICULARLY INvALIDs.

Spring is a trying season. Indications of SICK
ness should at once be attended to- Fatal diseases
may be caused by allowing the bowels to become
constipated and the system to remain in disor-
dered condition, rnt the disorder has time to de-
velou itself. An ounce of prevention is worth a
pound of cure, is an old and truthful saying
Therefore, we advise all who are troubled with the
complaints now very prevalent headache indiges-
tion disordered liver want of appetite, nausea, or
feversh skin, to take, without delay, Schenck's
Mandrake Pills We know of no remedy so harm
less and decisive in it's action 1t at once strikes
at the root of the disease and produces healthy
tone to the system. People never need suffer from
any disease arising from disordered condition OF
the liver if they would take this excellant medicine
when they feel the first indications of the malady
Families leaving home for the summer months
should take three four boxes Of these pills with
them They have an almost instaneous effect.
They Will relieve the patient of headache in one OF
two hours, and will rapidly cleanse the liver Of
surrounding bile, and will efectusly prevent g
bilious attack. They are sold by all Druggist.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-05-09
TIE RENO ccusr MARTIAL.
What Pair of Shoulder Straps Gets f
Insulting a Woman

WASHINGTON, May s S-Following is the
result of the proceedings of the court mar
tial at Fort Abercrombie, which recently
tried Mai. Reno on the charge of having
made improper overtures to the wife of
Capt. Bell
WAR DEPARTMENT, May S.--The pro
ceedings in this case having been forwarded
to the secretary of war. have been most
carefully considered and have been sub
mitted to the president, who approves the
6ndIcg and sentence, but is pleased to nit
igate the latter to suspension from rank
and ply for two years from the 18th OF
May, 1877. Maj. Reno's conduct toward
the wife Of an absent officer and IN using
the whole force Of his power as command.
ing officer of a post to crafty his resent
ment against her cannot be too strongly
Condemned but after long deliberatior
upon all the circumstances of the case, as
show in the record of the trial, it il
thought that his grave offences, grave a:
they are, do not warrant a sentence Of dis
miSsal and all its consequences upon one
| who has Tor twenty years borne the repu
tation OF a brave man and an honorable
officer and has maintained that reputation
upon the battle fields Of rebellion and il
contests with the Indians. The presiden
has therefore modified the sentence, and i
is hoped that Maj Reno will appreciate
tthe clemency thus shown him, as we'll a
, the very reprehensible character of tn
acts of which he was found guilty.
iSigned,) GEO. W. MCCRARY.