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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
MOTIFS HRRR ANn THERK.

John Raisor, a freight conductor on
the G. r. |. & P, road. had his train stop
ped at Peru, on Saturday night, by gang
Of drunken coal miners, but after lengthy
parley he was allow to proceed with the
train.
-Amasa Smith, who eloped, last
spring, with 'Becca Honens, of Milan, has
returned to that little burg and is now
living with the ''old folks at home" He
will probably-that is, he intends to re-
main until Christmas.
Gen. Dana, superintendent of the
Rock Island 4 st. Louis Division of the
@. B. & Q. road, says there has been but
one disturbance on his division, so far.
This occurred at Beardstown, on Friday
when IA brakesmen refused to go to work
and attempted to interfere with the trains.
They were subdued however. On Satur.
day night seven of these mon boarded
Conductor Patton's passenger train to ride
to st. Louis. When asked for their fare,
they refused to pay, and remarked
that they were going to run
this train" Mr.. Patton convinced
them that that couldn't be done as
long as he was on board-and the end Of
| it was that two of the strikers paid their
fare, while the other FIVE were put off the
train.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
Fast Time.

Lizzie Crockett was driven mile and
repeat at Taylor's driving park yesterday
in 2.243-2.252. This performance reflects
great credit upon her trainer. the genial
DR.. Hamilton. The mare has been
handled by some of the most noted train
ers in the country, and none Of them have
been able to show anywhere near the
above time with her. Lizzie Crockett is
half-sister to the celebrated mare, Lulu,
who has a record of 2.15, 1t is claimed
that Lizzie can speed as fast as any trotter
on the turf. Freeport paper.
This mare was raised by Col. Crockett,
of this county, the celebrated horseman,
and he sold her to S. W. Wheelock, Of
Moline, who still owns her.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
Funding the City Debt.

The attention of every taxpayer is
directed to the proceedings of the city
council published in this paper They tell
exactly what the council propose to do with
the outstanding domestic bonds and some
100000 of city warrants which are due
and on which the city is paying ten per
cent. interest. In accordance with the
direction of the council the city clerk has
called an election as will be seen by ad-
vertisement in this paper. THE ARGUS
has heretofore stated its opinion upon this
subject when it was before the council;
as it now comes before the people and in a
different shape all discussion must be for
or against. THE ARGUS is in favor of
funding the debt, and also believes in
domestic bonds as was urged in the dis
cussion of this subject last winter, but con-
ditions of finance are not the same, and
the probabilities of negotiating our bonds
on advantageous terms have doubtless
changed. This is however a question OF
finance that the council mas decided. II
is believed majority of the taxpayers OIL
the city favor the funding of the debt anC
negative vote on the proposition sub
mitted to the people will not necessarily bt
taken as against the proposition to fund
the debt, but can be considered as agans
the method of doing it, With this under
standing of the situation those most inter
ested in the subject can now come to th'
front with their views. or hold their peac,
when the time comes to pay.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

A VALUABLE MEDICINE. -Buchu 10
various forms has for many years been one
oil the chief articles in the Mater9a Medicc
for the treatment of certain diseases,
among which are chiefly those affecting
the urinary, digestive, and circuIatory or.
gans. The difficulty that was long ex-
perlenced 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 Buchu, which for
the last quarter of q 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, and those who have use for it will
do well to see that the obtain the genuine
"Helmbold Buchu," the only pure and
reliable preparation.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

A SURE THING.-Dr. Kings Syphilitic
Remedy is warranted to cure Syphilis in
the primary, secondary and tertiary stages,
and in all its varied and complicated forms,
and will cure the worst cases of venerial
diseases, cases which have resisted the
treatment of the most eminent physicians
of America. 1t cures the first stage and
heals the ulcers in few days It cures
ulcers in the mouth, nose, throat, head,
arms and legs; also, hard pains in the
boAes and joints, swelling of joints, syphi-
litic rheumatism, ETC., in a short time.
Price, SIS per package Sent everywhere
by express. A treatise on sexual diseases
free. Sent mailed for two stamps. Sold
by DR.. J. Dinsbeer, 500 North Seventh
street, St. LoHls, Mo- Cures guaranteed
or the money refunded. DR.. Dinsbeer
makes Chronic Diseases a specially. If
you are afflicted, with no matter what, call
or write. For sale by all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
Ioua: Last November Dr.. Peabody and

lows: Last November DR.. Peabody and
his son arrived in Davenport on small
pleasure boat bound for New Orleans;
while lying at Davenport, undergoing re-
pairs, McEdary, going under the name of
Harrington, applied for situation as deck
hand, as he wished to go to friends in
Missouri. He was employed, One night,
while McEdary was on watch, and the boat
was near New Boston, the DR.. awoke and
found the craft idly drifting with the cur
rent and in danger of being wrecked by
floating ice, and McEdary was gone. He
also found that he had been robbed of a
shot gun, clothing, boots, traps, etc., in all
valued at about $500, which had been
taken off in skif. Two days after this
the Dr's. boat was frozen up, and he then
came to this city in search of the thief.
Parties in Davenport recognized McEdary
as the person who had shipped as deck
hand, but as none of the goods were found
it was thought best to watch him before
making the arrest. After waiting several
days the DR.. LETT, and the marshal has
only heard from him once since-and does
not now know where he is. The warrant
was issued by Justice Hayden on the 29th
of November.
When the marshal told McEdary this
the latter commenced to abuse him, anc
called him liar" several times. Halves
then choked him-as almost any man
would have done under the circumstances
The sooner these fellow understand tha
their actions will not be tolerated by thu
authorizes and by the public, the better i
will be for them.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

Something new for the ladies at Miss
W. Peterson millinery and fancy goods
store 1923. I'd Avenue in the way Of
beautiful perfume aud lily white combined
Nothing like 1t has ever been offered fol
sale in this city. It is pronounced by al
ladies who have used tito be the finest
and best in the market. Your choice oi
six different odors. Call and see it, anG
also my new spring and summer stock O
millinery and fancy goods, which will b.
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. 6-30d&W3m
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

IT IS GENESALLY ADMITTED THAT THERE
cannot be anything more exquisltely deli
cate for pertaining the handkerchief than
MURRY 4 LANMAN's. FLORIDA WATER,
but its great and distinctive property is its
adaptability to the uses of the bath. 1t is
the only perfume that we know of EsPEC.
TALLY AND PARTICULARLY suited to use
in this way; the power it has of impartlng
to the waters of tie bath great soothing,
refreshing and inVigoretiug effects; is
peculiar to itself.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

Ladies, soft and beautiful skin is the
desire of every lady Of refinement. Poz.
zoni's 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 q
surety of immediate relief. Price, SOC and
$l,00 per box Sold by all druggists.
Depot GOT n Sixth street (LindeIl hotel),
st. Louis, Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
Pulling a House of Ill Fame---Other
Criminal Items.

Pulling a House of Ill Fame---other
Criminal Items.
Last night, or rather this morning, Off.
GERS Blackburn, Metseh, Thomas BolIman,
German, Rosen6eld and Special Officer
Rube BOllman made a raid on house oil
ill-fame kept by Annie Malauey and Mrs.
Ann Smith, in brick building near the
corner Of Second avenue and 2lst street.
The raid was made on complaint of John
Mayors and Thomas Shea, respected resi-
dents of that vicinity. The officers found
Kit Atkinson, Jr., Nick Newcomb, J. Fl.
Carter ~ Annie Malaney, Mrs. Ann
Smith and Nellie st. Clair. They were all
jailed. When the officers entered the
house Newcomb and Atkinson protested
that they were only there as nurses for
Annie Malaney's children, while she was
out riding with friend. Justice Chopper
fined the men S. each and costs. Carter
paid, Newcomb and Atkinson's fines were
suspended on their paying the costs.
Nellie st. Clair was fined $40 and costs.
Paid. Mrs. Smith had to go to Jail, as
she could not pay her fine Of SIS. Annie
Malaney paid her fine Of SIS
Mrs. 6. H. Hewitt arrested for being
an inmate of the place, WINS discharged,
as it appeared she did not belong in thai
house.
Patrick DAILY, claiming to be Pittsburg
striker, and "a little, Woodworking mar
from the auld sod,' was jailed by Deputy
Blackburn and Policeman Bollman fol
being drunk. His trial before Justics
Chopper was very amusing to the specta.
tors--and after being fined So and costs
was bounced cut of town.
Howard Drake and Mark Hodgson, two
strangers, stole skiff, valued at SIS, from
John O'NeiI,-and they were afterwart
arrested by Policeman Rosenield. Thi,
morning they plead guilty to the charg,
before Justice sHayden-an were sent t.
jail in default Of $500 bail each.
Thomas Murphy, Charles Everett
VIM. Carter, james Lynch, John McDon
aid and Frank Reynolds, the tramps VIII,
stole satchel from John Reynolds,
few days ago, appeared before the count,
court this afternoon and plead guilty (,
the charge. Sentenced to Z days 10 th,
county Jail. States Attorney ParmenteI
appeared for the people,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
The MoEdary-Hawes Choking sorape.

The McEdary-Hawes Choking Scrape.
The suit against Marshal Halves, for
assault and battery, James McEdary com.
planning witness, was dismissed by State 8
Attorney Parmenter this forenoon. The
marshal says that McEdary's story of the
choking is Misrepresentation of the facts :;
that McEdary was arrested by Policeman
German on Thursday evening, as sus-
picious character; that he was taken to the
marshal's Office, where he was searched /;
that before he was searched he passed q
bunch Of keys he had in his pocket to a
tramp in the Office; that be was then told
to go home and keep off the streets at
night, as the police considered him sus-
picious character, and if found out at I'm.
reasonable hours he would be locked up in
Jail; that McEdary replied that his father
supported him and that he would do just
as he id pleased, and would go out al
night, or any other time, when he wanted
to; Halves then informed McEdary that
he'd see about that, and said he had a
warrant 10 his pocket for his arrest on q
charge of grand larceny, and that if he
could find the complaining witness he
wouldn't be out many nights longer
The warrant referred to is signed by Dr.
VIM. B. Peabody, of Chicago-and the
! grounds for the complaint are about as fol,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
R,oessler's German-Enelish schoe

Prof. Ressler gives the children of his
school vacation commencing Aug. l, and
ending Sept. l. The professor came to
this city seven years ago, and his school
has been in successful operation since Jan
uary I'd, 1874. He has met with the full
confidence of parents and guardians, and
has proved himself teacher Of ability and
thorough discipline. Those desiring to
give their children good German -Ameri.
can education can do no better than to
send them to Professor Ressler for in.
strnnfinn
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

WITH WHAT CodPLACENCY must the
lady who uses GLENN's SULPHUR SOAP
glance at her mirror, for there she sees re-
fected complexion devoid of blemish. This
peerless purifier may be relied npon to re.
medy all skin irritations. Sold by all drug.
gists,
Hills HAIR AND WHISTLER DYE, Black
or Brown. SOC.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

DINE SAVINGS. on do not buy thread,
buttons or cloth of short or fraudulent
count or measure, nor coffee, sugar or but,
ter of short weights; then who buy and
pay for what purports Ito be half pound
or pound can or package of Baking Pow.
der which is twenty to thirty per cent.
short weight DooLEY's YEAST POWDER
is guaranteed full weight every time.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

Popular illustrated book [260 psges) on
MANHOOD WoMANHooDl MARRIAGE!
Impediments to Marriage; the cause and
cure. Sent securely sealed, post paid. 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, 1877-07-30
Contract for Stone for Rock River
Bridge Awarded.

We learn from Mr.. Louie Ochs, of the
firm of OFT, Ochs & Co., of Davenport, pro-
prietors of the Montpelier quarry, below
Rockingham. that they have received the
contract from the bridge committee to fur
nish the stone for the piers and abutment
Of the new city bridge at South Rock ISL
and, to be built in place of the one washed
out last spring.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

Masonic. Special convocation of Bar
rett Chapter No. Is, on Tuesday, COM
menciDg at 4 P. NJ Work on the NJ. M.
and P. M. and M. E. degrees on six can
didates. Visiting companions cordially
invited to be present. By order of the II
p. E. NJ. BoNEY, Sec.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

Mr.. Daniel Edgington and his daughter,
Cora, returned this morning, on the
steamer Clinton, from three weeks visit
to Mrs. Richard Guffy. (Mr. Els daugh-
teri of Vienna, Kansas.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

HARD CoAL-Leave orders at Office of
Coal Valley Mining Go. or with Wyle
& McCune, at City Book Store, Best
Screened Coal delsvered $3.50 per ton.
Special figures on lots of 10 tons or more,
3O.6t J. S. WYLIE & Co.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
The Weathar--To-Dav.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated bv thermometer:
81 A. N. "a above zero ~ 800 above zero
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

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. s. lodly
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
a Remedial Agent of Uncommon cow

A Remedial Agent of Uncommon Power
It is fact which became patent years
ago to the people of the United States, that
Hosteter's Stomach Bitters is remedial
agent Of uncommon power. As conse-
quence of this recognition. it's sales have
increased immensely at home and abroad,
and it has risen to foremost rank among
the proprietary medicines of the day.
Chemical analysis, after submitting it to
the closest scrutiny, pronounce it absolute
ly pure, and skilful and conscientious med
ical practitioners recommend its use. A
wide range of disorders falls within the
scope of its curative operation. Among
them may be enumerated dyspepsia, liver
complaint, constipation, nervous ailment.
urinary and uterine affections, rheumatism
and govt, 1t is supremely eficacious
tonic. hastens convalescence, cheers the
mind, imparts appetite, and promotes
sound sleep.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
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, 1877-07-30

Howe's concentrated syrup, the great
blood purifier, and ague cure aud tonic
bitters, can be had of Bengston and
Thomas.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
DIED.

JUDD At GAINESVILLE, Wis, SAT- rday, July 2Sth,
Dr.. f. II. Judd. formerly Of hock Island
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

PRETTY LIPS should have pearly teeth
behind them. To make the teeth pearly.
and to keep them so, there is nothing like
Fragrant Sozodont. 1t neutralizes every
element of impurity that Affects the sound
ness or wilderness of the shell which
sheathes the dental hona. Moreover. it
prevents gum boil and canker.
For the attraction of cohesion" see
Spalding's Glue.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Ask your druggist for Grams Fluid
Lightning.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

R INV OUR $3.50 AND $500 QUIT
VOA FREEf Something New! onlF
one Agent in town.
- Illustrated Catalogues. Address
W. w. BISHOP
199West Madison street, CHICAGO.
Refer to the Editor of ARGEs
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30

1t will pay to keep your Harness in good
condition. Use Frank Miller's Prepared
Harness Oil.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1877-07-30
Real Estate.
FOR SALE.

ILLIER BLOCK, ROCK ISLAND. ILL.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06
TO THE SUMMER TOURIST.

Those Of our citizens who are fortunate enough
to be able to seek respite from the labors Of the
business season just closed, and to rocuperate
their energies at some of the many delightful
summer resorts TO be found in the Northern
States and Canada, will be glad to learn that the
old favorite Jackson route, under q vigorous and
efficient management, has become one Of the
very best travelling thoroughfarss in the country.
Hundreds of thousands of dollars have been
expended, as we are credibly informed, during
the past twelve months for new iron and steel
rails, new cross-ties and now bridges, and to. day
it may be- safely said that no road south OF the
Ohio river surpasses the great Jackson route in
smoothness and perfect safety. We have had
occasion, during the past few weeks, to travel
quite extensively over that road and we can thus,
from actual experience, bear witness to its ex-
cellence in every particular which goes to consti-
tute good road.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06

The question is frequently propounded,
what special rascality inspires the fugitive
ex-Auditor johnson in mourning imprison-
ment and indictment, in flying from justice,
and in exhibiting himself before the world in
the most audacious attitude ever assumed by
an ex-official? We cannot give full and sat
isfactory answer to this question in view of
the large number of embellishments and
frauds which will be exposed by the books
and archives which Johnson has appropriated
and refuses to exhibit to the Grand Jury. But
it may be safely limited that the proved defal-
cation of $4,000 in the office of the Tax Col
lector of the First District, and the allega-
ton by members Of the Auditorial Inyesti-
eating Committee that, making the investi-
CATION embrace the terms of the two collec-
tors who have held this Office since Keiiogg's
installation, the defalcation will exceed
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06
NOTICE.

Az there are at present numbers OF persons Of
che poorer classes out on employment. and who
have not the means TO advertise their wants, the
DsMooRAr will heref fter publish such "Want
notices free OF charge, when they do not exceed
In length three lines. This will include adver-
tisements Of those desiring the services OF SER
wants or Of any class Of employees. and will also
include advertisements OF houses TO rent where
Che monthly rent does not exceed s25. In adopt
ing this plan, the managers Of the DEMOCRAT feel
that they will greatly benefit those not fnancisl-
" able 10 make their wants known. and will be
serving the poor Of the city who are out OF en-
ployment or In quest OF homes.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06
LIEUT.. GOV. WILT.

Lieut.. Gov. Wiltz left the city yesterday for
an extended trip through the North and West
His arduous and continuous duties as vice
president of the State National Bank. as
Lieutenant Governor and President of the
Senate haveimpaired his health and he makes
this trip for recreation and to recuperate his
overworked energies. For ten years he has
been almost constantly engaged in public
affairs 50 much 50, indeed that during that
time he has not left the city in the summer
seasons Though still young man, Mr. Wilt
has filed, and all with credit and distinction,
the offices of Alderman and Mayor of New Or
leans, Speaker of the House of Representatives,
and he Is now Lieutenant Governor of the
State. All of his experience in public life has
been gained in period of great excitement and
trial to his people, but he was always equal
to whatever emergency presented itself and
we have never heard his personal integrity
impeached even by his enemies. There are
very few men whose youth has been subjected
to the trial both Of temptation and hattery Of
whom this can be said.
Mr.. Witt will visit Boston during his trip,
where he will meet many friends of himself
and New Orleans. He was Mayor of this
city in 1873, when large section of our State
was devastated by terrible overflow, and
his correspondence with the Bostonians who
so generously contributed to the sufferers,
has made him known to many prominent and
patriotic citizens of that city.
A host of friends, almost as numerous as
our population Join with us in wishing our
Lieutenant Governor pleasant trip and a
full and speedy restoration to health.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06

We invite general attention to the convinc-
ing letter in another column from Mr.. Jas.
G. Clarke perhaps the most experienced and
best informed railroad man in the Southwest,
addressed to Mr.. Wheelock President of the
New Orleans Pacific Railroad. This let
ter calls for an extended review, which we
will give it tomorrow.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06

We insert to-day in another column an ar
ticeon president Hayes and the Democratic
party" written by Col. Claiborne in the
Pointe Coupee Pelican to which reference was
made in the DEMOCRAT few days ago. The
article was then, through press of matter
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06
THE NEW ORLEANS DEMOCRAT, FRIDAY, JULY 6, 1877.

sl75,o0o, and that johnson himself was their
chief clsrb, treasurer, etc. 1t Is not difficult to
reach conclusion as to the special and pc
cliar reason which Mr.. johnson has for
holding on to these books. This conclusion is
confirmed by the very plea set up by him to
the rule for contempt, namely, that he is re
quired under that rule to furnish testimony
calculated to criminate himself.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-07-06
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS.

I have the various SCRIP AND WARRANTS
suitable for payment of City Taxes 1879 1874 1875,
1876. and years previous. State taxes 1873, 1874.
and 1875 and the current year. which 1 sell in
sums to suit at the lowest market rates. also
settle these taxes and make large savings to the
taxpayer. W. II. Il ARNETT Broker.
3s ST. Charles ST.. opposite st. Charles Hotel,
je9s I'm