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The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
The AuSable Nails
SPECIAL NOTICES.

1T is AN ERRONEOUS IDEA that disease can
not be cured except by taking large quantities of
medicines into the stomach, in great many cases
of which much injury is done, although the disease
IN point be actually cured. The coats Of the stom.
ach by continued use of nauseating mixtures, fire.
quently become so much disordered that the diges-
tive function is seriously injured-the result OF
which is dyspepsia. nervousness, colics, alternate
diarrhpa and coativeness, fatulence, nightmare,
etc. Would it not therefore, be very desirable to
possess a remedy, which being applied externally
would excite the absorbents to increased action,
and thus carry off through this medium, the delete
rious principle which is the direct of the dis
ease? Surely every thinking man will admit that
this would not only he the most pleasant, but by
far the safest means to effect the desired end The
almost superhuman cures performed by the Ara
bian physicians in the days of old were mainly ef
fected by this of treatment and the ingredi
ARABIAN LINIMENT is composed, are extrcated
from plants peculiar to Arabia. This great
Liniment (Which is to be had of most respecta
BILE druggists and merchants in every town in the
United States) is daily effectng cures which seemed
beyond the power of medicine to ocontrol-consump-
tion, bronchitis and liver complaints in their first
stages. nervous affections, indigestion, enla1ge-
men Of the spleen, scrofulOus tumors, goitre, etc
are frequently cured, and always relieved by its
use. 1t is unsurpassed as an anodyne-relieving
severe pains in few minutes after its application
il sOothes the irrtated nerves, and produces that
delightful tranquility grateful to the nervous in
valid. Sprains, bruises, wounds burns, sore throat
chiblans, rheumatism, pain, etc, are speedily
cured by it, and for nearly all ailments In horses OF
cattle, requiring external application, 1t is an ef
fectual remedy.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19

WILMINGToN, Del, July l9.-Daniel
Graves at Brandywine Springs, was robbed
last night of eleven thousand dollars Of
bonds, 10000 dollars in cash, and valuable
jewelry.
NEWPORT, r. l., July 19.-The People
Bank of this place, was robbed of 5000
in money aud $3.50 in bonds last night.
ROCHESTER, N. Y, July IA pack
age containing about seven thousand dol
lars in individual securities. including
bonds Of the Bloomington & Empire Ills,
Cincinnati City, ST. John Church, Canan.
da qua & Erie, & Pittsburg R, R., wa'
stolen to-day from the 1st National BauB
of Canandaigua.
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A CARD FROM
T. |. RRISSIlG & en-

We beg leave to notify the public that, as many
unprnc1ped persons are circulating the story that
the Vinegar recently condemned by the Board of
Health of Washington, d. c., was of our manufac-
ture we are obliged to publish the following cor
respondence. which explains itself:
DIR. r.. S. VERDI, President Board of Health,
Washington, D. C.-SIR: Has any Vinegar manu-
featured by is been confscated or condemned by
your Board? An early reply viii greatly oblige
L. L. PRUSSING & CO.
BOARD OF HEALTH, WASHINGTON, June Q, Is77-
E, L. PRUssINe & Co, Chicago-Gentlemen In re-
ply to your communication of this date / am in
structed to inform ron that the Board Of Health
has never condemned any Vinegar of your manu-
faciure. nor has complaint ever been made of the
impurity of the same. Very respectfully,
G. G. COX, NJ. D., Secretary.
We wonld also submit the following from Dr.
Aiken. of Maryland, and DR.. Mahla, of Chicago
this day made Chemical Analysis of an average
sample of Prussings Vinegar, and find ii free from
all trace OF mineral acids and metallic impurities
and therefore PURE. Free sulphuric acid yerv
Injurious adulteration often found in the CORNER
eial article, is not present in this vinegar
| Nm. A. AIKEN. Prof. Chem. and phar
| Requested by Mr.. Prussing subjected sample
/ Of his Vinegar to Chemical Analysis. and found
/ II perfectly free from mineral acids aud metallic
substances with which commercial vinegar is so
frequently adnlterated can recommend IL there
fore, IS an entirely pure apd wholesome article
MAHLA. Ph DR..
brands OF vinegar have stood the uest of public opin-
lon for twentynine years. besides having received
nrst premiums at the Worlds Fair. the United
States Fair, the Illinois State Fair, the Chicago City
| Fair, &c.
2sdttslm z. l. PRUssING & CO., CHICAGO.
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How IT Is DoNE-The first object in
life with the American people is to ''get
rich the second how to get good health
The first can be obtained by energy.
honesty and saving; the second, tgood
health by using GREENS AUGUST Flow
ER. Should you be a respondent suffer er
from any of the effects Of Dyspepsia, Liver
Complaint, Indigestion, &C., such as Sick
Headache, Palpitation of the Heart. Sour
Stomach, Habitual Costiveness, Dizziness
Of the Head. Nervous Prostration. Low
Spirits, &C., you need not suffer another
day. Two doses OF AUGUST FLOWER will
relieve you at once. Sample bottles 10
cents. Regular size IS cents Positively
sold by all 6rst-class druggists in the
I uited States.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
FOREIGN NEWS.

LONDON, July l9.-Dispatches show
that the Russians are endeavoring, with
every prospect of success, to obtain pos
session of Kasanlek and Slivno, which
would give them control OF the southern
debouchment of two of the most important
passes of the Central Balkans. The Turk
ish advices place the principal Russian
force on Rainksi, the southern debouch
ment of the chain Boghaz and Tchivard-
itzkarf passes. Abdul Kerim telegraphe6
yesterday that he will cut off the retreat
of the Russians who crossed the Balkans,
aud only waits the arrival of Suileman
Pasha to begin an attack, Twenty thou
sand regulars and twenty thousa and volun-
teers left Constantinople for Adrianople,
The Mussulman inhabitants of Adrianople
are arriving at Constantinople en- masse,
and are provided by the government with
lodgings, Six Turkish battalions are
marching from Sartari to Nisch
A steamer, stated to be English, has
arrived at the mouth of Bijana, with am
munition for the Turks
The consuls at Scutari are endeayorine
to ascertain the name of the vessel, and
where from. to inform their respective
governments. An Austrian steamer has
| marked eight hundred Turkish wounded
at Antivan for Constantinople.
A Constantinople dispatch of to-day
states Abdul Kerim Generalissimo of the
Turkish army has been dismissed and re-
placed by Roman Pasha Redif Pasha,
minister of war, it is also stated, has been
dismissed. Osman Pasha is commanding
at Widdin.
A war telegram from Orsomva state:
the Russian advance in Bulgaria has
slackened in consequence of dispatche.
received by Gortockokoff from certain
sources. The Russians will only resume
their march after securing their real
which is now only protected by the fourth
corps.
LONDON. July l9.-At Wimbledon to
day Ireland won the Elcho Shield.
PARIS, July l9. Advance in prices or
the Bourse is in consequence of rumors o
an armistice between Turkey ard Russia
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The public are cautioned against another coun-
tertet which has lately made its appearance, called
W. B. Farrell's Arabian Liniment, the most danger.
ous Of all the counterfets, because his having the
name OF Farrell, many will buy it in good faith
without the knowledge that q counterfeit exists
and they viii perhaps only discover their error
when the spurious mixture has wrought its evil eff
feCts
The genuine article is manufactured only by Fl
G. Farrell, sole inventor and proprietor, and whole
sale druggist, No. II Main street. Peoria, Illinois
to whom all applications for Agencies must be ad
dressed. Be sure you get it with the letters II. G.
before Farrell's thas-H. q. FARRELL'S-and his
signature on the wrspper, all other are counter
feits.
Sold by all druggists and by regular authorized
agents throughout the United States.
E1sF- Price % and so cents and 81 per bottle.
AGENTS WANTED in every town, village and
hamlet in the United Statss, in which one is not al
ready established Address II. g. Farrell as above
accompanied with good character, responsibility
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scHENcK's SEA WEED TONIC.

In the atmosphere experienced here during the
summer months, the lethargy produced by the heat
takes away the desire for wholesome food, and fire.
quent perspirations reduce bodily energy, psrtIcu-
larly those suffering from the effects of debilitata
ting diseases In order to keep natural heslthful
activity of the system we must resort 20 artificial
means. For this purpose SchenCk's Sea Weed Ton
ic is very efectual. A few doses will create an ap
petite and give fresh vigOr to the cnervated body
For dyspepsia, it is invaluable. Many eminent
physicians have doubted whether dyspepsia can be
permanently cured by the drugs which are gener-
ally employed for that purpose. The Sea Weed
Tonic in its nature is totally different from such
drugs. 1t contains corrosive minerals or acids
in fact it assists The regular operations Of nature,
and supplies her deficiencies. The tonic in its ma
ture so much resembles the gastric juice that it is
almost identical with that fluid. The gastric juice
is the natural solvent which, in healthy condition
OF the body causes the food to be digested; and
when this juice is not excreted in sufficient quanti
ties, indigestion, with oil its distressing symptoms
follow. The Sea Weed Tonic performs the duty O
the gastric juice when the latter is deficient
schenck's Sea Weed Tonic sold by all Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
The political sentiment of the New Hamp
shire Legislature

CONCORD, N. H.. July l9.-The CONS
mittee on national affairs of the legislature
introduced majority and minority re-
ports yesterday. The majority report sets
forth that Hayes was elected president by
the people and go declared by the electoral
commission, and that any movement to
reopen the question would be both mis-
chieyous and contrary to public interests,
etc. The minority report recites the with
drawal of troops from South Carolina and
Louisiana. and approves the president
course, etc. The majority report was
adopted.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Weather Propnbilitles.

WASHINGTON. July l7.-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 the northwest: Rising
barometer. followed by stationary or fall
ing barometer, diminishing northwest,
possibly backing to easterly, winds warm
er or partly cloudy weather.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
a Strike Inaugurated on the Pennsylvania
Central 3, r.

PITTsBURG, July l9.-At noon, to-day,
the freight train men on the western
division of the Pennsylvania r. r. refused
to go out with their trains. The strike is
caused by the company increasing the
number of freight cars on trains. Here
tofore conductor and his crew ran Il
cars. The order lately issued doubles this
number without increasing the crews
The strikers and their friends, in all
nearly 500, assembled at the outer depot
and by intimidation have prevented the
crews from going out, who, otherwise
would have remained at work.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
LIVE STOCE


ST. LOUIS. July II.
Wheat-Better; No fall 50 cash; 81 July.
Corn-Dull; 4614 cash: 465s July.
Oats-Dull; 81 bid.
Rye-61.
Whisky 07.
Pork 13 So
LRrd-Dull; 8 S71a-
LIVE STOCK
Hogs Receipts 3,6OO; lower; 65a4 IS.
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Nervous Debility.

A depressed, irritable state of mind; a
weak. nervous. exhausted feeling; no en-
ergy or animation; confused head, weak
memory. often with debilitating, involun-
tary discharges. The consequence of
excesses. mental overwork and indiscre-
tions. This NERVOUS DEBILITY finds a
sovereign cure in HUMPHREYS HoMEo-
PATHIC SPECIFIC, No. %. 1t tones up the
system, arrests discharges, dispels the
mental gloom and despondency, and rejuve-
mates the entire system. 1t is perfectly
harmless and always efficient. Price SIS,
for a package of FIVE boxes and large 50
vial of powder, which is important in old,
serious cases; or 81 per single box. Sold
by all druggists. or sent by mail on receipt
of price. Address Humphreys Homeo-
pathic Medicine Co., No. 100 Fulton St.,
N. Y.
S8-See argt advertisement.
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Ice Water

and sweetened forms mixture which, as a 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 who finds in this q substitute
for spirituous liquors Its value the Farmer, the
Mechanic and Laborer cannot be Over-estmated.
1t is cheap as TO be within the reach of ALL 60
finely favored IS to be enjoyed by lovers of the
finest liquors.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Relationship of Brain ana stomac

Relationship of Brain ana Stomach
is close one, indeed. They are connect
ed by that wondrous elastic link, the sym
pathetic nerve, which communicates the
abnormal sensations of the organ of diges-
ton to that of thought. Now, if digestion
is disordered, tke brain, being the great
focal point of the nervous system, all the
nerves are in some degree affected The
main cause of nervous trouble is impaired
digestion. and that is usually produced by
weakness of the stomach. Hostetter s
Stomach Btters rectfes this, and over.
comes nervous debility by infusing in-
creased energy into the operation of the
organs of nutrition, Through the agency
otsthis benefcent tonic, not only are the
nerves vitalized. but the entire organism
acquires vigor and regularity
Legal Blanks, of ali kinds for eale al
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Financial.

WASHINGTON, July IA call for
$l0,000,00O will be issued by the
treasury department this afternoon.
Treasury officials ale in correspondence
With the syndicate and another call will be
made within few days for larger
amount
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
A CARD.

To all who suffering from the errors and in
discretions Of youth, nervous weakness, early de-
cay, loss of manhood &C, viii send recipe that
will cure you, FREE OF CHARGE. This great
remedy was discovered by missionary in South
America. Send a self-addressed envelope to the
REV. JOSEPH T. INMAN Station D, Bible House
New York City,
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Distribution of the Presidents Proclams
ton Among the Strikers

MARTINsBURG, July l9.-The presi-
dents proclamation, printed in hand bill
form has been distributed among the
emploees at all points of the road.
Policemen have been furnished with large
numbers to be placed in CONSPICUOUS
places.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
MEDICAL
JAMAICA
GINGER,

This elegant preparation is prepared from the
TRUE Jamaica Ginger, combined with choice aro-
matics and genuine French brandy, and is vastly
superior TO every other Extract or Essence of Gin
ger before the public-aH of which are prepared
with alcohol by the old proc, SIS.
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Restorative Stimulan1

free from serious objections, YET paatable, even
vting TO the sensitive palate, which win create no
morbid appetite for itself, and operate assis-
tant to digestion, well perform the functions
OF stimulant. Such confidently believe is to
be found in
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
New York Market.
New YORK, July 10.
FINANCIAL.
Gold / 05L.
MnnpV-1Ams

COMMERCIAL.
Wheat 1c lower; no sales.
Corn-Shade lower; mixed western 59z@61.
Oats-Dul; western mixed 33156.
Pork-Shade firmer: IA 30.
Lard-Firmer; 9 25ll9 80.
WhiRkY-1 u
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SANE0RD'S JAMAICA GINGER,

an elegant combination of the True Jamaica Ginger
with the Choicest Aromatics It is beyond all com
parison the most healthy, invigorating tonic and
stimulant befoe the public. 1t is earnestly recon-
mended to the weak and nervous, to those recover
ing from debiltating diseases, and to the aged, to
whom il imparts warmth and yigor
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Cholera Morhus, ,

Cramps, Pains, Diarrhea and Dysentery are in
stanty relieved by it. 1t will render an attack o
Cholera Morbus impossible, if taken when the symp
toms of this dangerous complaint first manifest
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
SAMPLES FREE

6E00 REWARD will be paid for bottle of any
0OOO other Extract or Essence of Jamaica Gin.
ger IL found to equal it in fiue flavor, purity and
prompt medicinal effect. Largest, Cheapest and
Best. Take no other until you have given it trial
Sold by all Wholesale and Retail Druggists, I4ro-
GERS, and Dealers in Medicines. Price, so cent?
Dealers should purchase original packages of one
dozen to obtain the trial bottles for free distribu
ton. WEEKS & POTTER, General Agents and
Wholesale Druggists, Boston.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Destruction of some of the Snow Sheds OF
the Central Pacific 3. r by FIRE.

SAN Francisco, July l8.-Fires last
night and again tonight destroyed several
thousand feet of the snow sheds on the
Central Pacific near Emigrant Gap. and
Dutch Flat, delaying trains and stopping
telegraphic communication for some hours.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Rnn on tne Ranks At Paterson 4. y

New York. July l9.-There was run
on the Patterson, N. J., Savings bank
yesterday, which also caused a run upon
the Passaic county Savings institution in
Patterson.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Cramps and Pains

whether produced by indigestion, improper food,
change of water or diet too free Indulgence of ice
water, exposure to sudden changes of temperature,
are Immediately relieved by it. One ounce added
TO q gallon of
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
Milwaukee Market.

MILWAUKEE. July u
Wheat Shade higher; closing quiet; 49 cash
a1A Aug; No 3, 2501 70.
Corn-49.
oats-Flrm; 90.
Rye--61.
Barley-7e
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Chicago Market.

~AA4oH1O IAE3AAOOs
CHICAGO, July 10.
Wheat Steady and frmer; 3901 90 July; 116a
August.
Corn Fairly active; easier; ASK cash; 4sG4s1s
August
Oats Nominal.
Rye--New sold 60lD6I.
Rarley-New 20 Sept
Pork Active; strong and higher; 13 621a cash
10 So Sept.
Lard Firm and higher; 971k cash; 8 05l19 0715
Sept.
whisky 08.
LIVE STOCK.
Cattle-Receipts Is 600: common mixed heavy to
packers S56l5 10; light 00(15 05.
Cattle-Rece1pts 1850; prospect shade frmer.
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To-DAYs' ADVERTISEMENTS

We have LARGELY REDUCED our prices on
ALL GOODS. Then FROM THESE IRICES we
deduct 20 PER CENT. on all Mixed Business Suit
ings, Mixed Cassimeres, and Mixed Ovefcoatinge,
summer weights, and ALL OTHER GOODS,
bath in Summer and winter weights. 10 PER CT.
DISCOUNT, from July TO August 81, 1877. These
discounts are for prompt Cash within five days
from Delivery of Goods. Our STYLES for AU-
TUM and WINTER are in readiness.
We believe we are selling onr goods LOWER for
the article furnished than any house Of EQUAL
STANDING this Continent. EVERYTHING
GUARANTEED STANDARD THE HIGHEST.
Wabash Avenue cor Monroe, CHICAGO,
ESTABLISHED 1854
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19

All of them have used DR.. Bulls Blood
Mixture. Who? Those who heretofore
suffered with Boils and PimpIes. bnt who
are now tree from such annoyances.
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CanphOrine! =!

Is the most effectual remedy sold, is luxury to
use gives the hest satisfaction, gives instant relief
will not grease or stain the most delicate fabric,
has a pleasant and refreshing odor. 1t will imme
diately relieve and cure Rheumatism, Chronic and
Acute; Neuralgia and Catarrh, He2dache and
Swelled Face Sore Throat, Sprains and Bruises,
Bupions and Chiblains, Eruptions OF the Skin,
Pain in Chest, Back or Limbs, Burns and Scalds'
For sale by all Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19

ARGUS HEADQUARTERS MOLINE,

RICHARDS & SoHRBEcK's Drug and Book Store
opposite First National Bank, where all orders
can be left for the ARGUS, aud where all Moline
business is transacted by .. J. Beardslee. Bust
ness notices should be handed in by noon to en-
sure publication the same day.
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How sharper than serpent's tooth ii is.
To have a thank lpsR child ~

He who stops at the Sherman House,
Chicago, and is not thankful in his heart of
hearts, that Providence has made such a
hotel possible, lis fit for treason, if human
ingenuity can make it.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19

Browns GINGER win be found invaluable in all
cases of Cramp other disorders caused by change
of water or bad water, and few drops used regu-
arly by travellers will usually act as Preventive
and ward OF such attacks. To the aged and those
recovering from illness, q small quantity with o
little sweetened water will be found to give strength
and refreshment: the Ginger having no reaction,
which is the great objection to the oil alcoholic
sdmulants. Producing all the good effects OF q
Mustard Plaster, without the possibility Of blister.
ing the skin) Its application on flannel is most eff
cacions. And in the case of persons predisposed
rheumatism and Goufy Affections, It is Of great
service. fused to rub WITH
~ Beware of Counterfeits.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
FINANCIAL
S25, SEQ, SiOO, $500, $500.

The reliable house of ALEX. FR0THINGHAM
& CO, No. IL Wall street, New York publish a
handsome eight page weekly paper, called the
Weekly Financial Report, which they send free to
any address In addition Tn large number OF edi-
torials on financial and other topics, it contains
very full and accurate reports of the sales and
standing OF every stock, bond and security dealt in
at the Stock Exchange Messrs. FRoTHTNGHAM q
Co., extensive brokers of large experience and
tried integrity In addition to their stock broker
age business they sell what are termed "Privilges'
or Puts and Calls" now one of the favorite meth
ods Of legitimate speculation. Their advice is val
uable. and by following it many have made for
unes.--[New York Metropolis.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
DYspepsia.

FlatuleEcy, Sluggish Digestion. want of Tone and
Activity in tbs Stomach and Bowels, Oppression
after eating TO be relieved by single dose
taken after each meal. A great want exists for o
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
INDIAN AFFAIRS
Gen. Howard offers terms to Joseph 70.
the Surrender of his Forces

SAN Francisco, July 10. General
Howard sent Joseph the following reply
to his message, offering to surrender:
Gen. Howards camp, Clear Water, July Is:
Joseph, may make complete surrender
tomorrow morning. My troops will meet
him at the ferry; be and his people will be
treated with justice, and their conduct to
be completely Investigated by court com
posed of 9 of my army, selected by myself.
Col. W. Z. Miller is designated to receive
Joseph and his arms.
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Printing and binding executed neat
quick and cheap at THE ARGUS 0FFCF.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19
FREDERICK BROWN,
Established 1872
IMPORTING, MANUFACTURING AND DIS
PENsTNG CHEMIST,

North East Corner Fifth and Chestnut Streets
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.
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90. HOWARD,

7.
A later dispatch says Joseph's move
ments subsequent to the proposition for
surrender have convinced Gen. Howard
that his proposition for surrender was
merely ruse to gain time for the escape of
his force.
The Rock Island Argus., 1877-07-19

Legal Blanks, of ali kinds for eale at
THE ARGUS OFFICE
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DfeEznts and Specifications for FIGURING Mills
Saw Mills Distilleries and Grain Elevators u ade
out on short notice. Are prepared to take con-
tracts for building and machine ry and give pc
al attention to a he details of construction. Re
pairs Of all kinds .omptly attended to whether or
dered by mail or in person.
At the old stand OF II Brooks, (new No, } 525 n o
16 S. Washington street. ........ e.. PEORIA, ILL
Address ack-Rnx. .sn4