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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-04-25

The "grOss injuries to which an American
naturalized citizen has been subjected in Costa
Rica, and the disrespectful treatment of all
American captain at Grenada, give the United
States an excellent opportunity to uphold its
dignity after the manner of Germany If any OF
our formidable vessels of war can be patched
up so as to sail that far in safety, one should
be Immediately sent, and half million dol
lars of indemnity be collected from the offend
ing governments. II there should be any of
the indemnity remaining after the cost of the
expedition was paid, it might help us to re
sumo. This suggestion is not to be sneered at
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-04-25
EN'R RENT! FOR RENT!

A so, number of other Houses, similar to the
above list of which is materially altered nearly
every day on the bulletin at our office. tr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-04-25

"A sPLENUID LINE OF KID GLOVES,
"a at Doc pair A few MarseilleS Spreads, al
Bust Corset, guarantee steels not TO break, 81
pair. Cassimeres from 12f to 75c. yard: CASH
yard; Pure Linen Table Damask CSC. yard JOS.
b. BAILEY, cor. It'll and r st. 8. W. mars -6m
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

The Eighteenth Annual Conven-
ton of the Michigan Sabbath
School Association will be held at
Flint, in the Court ST. M. E.
Church, Tuesday. Wednesday and
Thursday, June 25, 26 and 81.
Nearly twenty of the best Sun
day-School workers in the State, Of
all denominations, are under ap-
pointment for addresses on topics
of practical interest, and opportun-
ity is to be given for the free ex-
change of views and experience.
All railroads running into Flint
give reduced rates of fare. Sun
day-Schools are requested to send
delegates. Delegates will he pro-
vided with entertainment by the
citizens of Flint If they will send
their names to Mr.. Damon Stewart,
chairman Of Committee Of Enter
tainment before the 18th inst.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Fires.

Between one and two o'clock last
Saturday afternoon the alarm OF
fire was sounded, and in an incred-
ible short time the steamers were
out and ready for action. The fire
was the residence Of Geo. Hunt, on
Lockwood street, and the flames
had gained such headway that it
was impossible to save either the
building or much OF the furniture
and household goods. The wind
was blowing gale at the time, from
the southeast, and the fire burned
with intense fierceness. In less
than one hour from the time of the
first alarm the house was entirely
consumed, and nothing left to mark
the spot, except smouldering mass
of ruins. The entire loss is about
81, 200 on house and furniture; the
building being insured for $500,
and the household furniture for
5000.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

to be a grand entertainment. The
selections have been made with
care and skill, and will, we believe,
receive the appreciation Of the
many persons who are sure to be
present. The selections consist OF
instrumental pieces from Goeb,
Wyman, Czerney, Lysburg, Kleber,
Hamm, and other eminent COM
posers, songs, duets, choruses, char
acter songs, comic songs, and a
drama in two acts entitled "In-
dian Wrongs" A notable feature
of the drama will be full dressed
Indian war dance.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

The Executive Committee, APP
pointed on Monday evening, for the
purpose of making arrangements
for the celebration Of the Fourth OF
July, and to whom all letters per-
tanning to the celebration, should he
addressed, is as follows: Geo. L..
Maltz, A.. W. Comstock. w. IL.
Potter, A. N. Spratt, j. T. Bost-
wick, and V. C. Burnham, Secre-
tary.
The following committee of Ia
dies was appointed to take charge
Of the decoration of the car: Mrs
w. II. johnson, Mrs. II. d. Church
IN. Mrs. J. +. McSween, Mrs. IL
Minton, Misses Eva Warren, Mag
gle Bogqs, Lille Brown, Mamie
Persons, Kittie Hunt, Della Kelly
and Nora Butterfield.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Ex.Mayor Carpenter.

Sunday evening, Alpine Hall was
crowded with citizens of this place
TO hear Mr.. Seth L. Carpenter, the
first Mayor of Alpena, discourse on
temperance. After song sung ny
the choir, Mr.. Carpenter was in
troduced and delivered an eloquent
and powerful address on the sub
iect of temperance. He was glad
to see his old friends, rejoiced
that tie temperance movement had
made such progress in Alpena, re-
verted to past events In the history
of the place, and was sure the
good work would continue, until
liouor dealers would be forced to
quit their business for want of Gus
tom. He thought moderate drink
ers we're the most dangerous pro-
motors of intemperance, that fine,
respectable looking liqnor selling
establishments did far more dam
aue than did the low dives, and
that responsibility did more to fill
the ranks of drunkards with re-
cruits than any other agency. He
re;oiced to see the young boys
wearing the red ribbon-it was the
best sign that the army OF drunk
ards would be seriously lessoned
in the future. A man who spent
his earnings for drink was fool to
give away his means for what is
worse than nothing. a home with
its affections was one OF the best
works of God, and drink was the
chief agent that destroyed the
home circle, clouded the wife's face
with grief, shame and care, and
brought families to destitution.--
Men should sign tho pledge, not
40 much for the sake Of saving
. money. but because 1t was right
and IL they wanted to get . loving
reception at home, let them put on
the red ribbon and they would get
1.-THE found IL so--had been near
Ily choksd TO death BY his VILE
lMr. Carpenter made an eloquent
appeal to saloon keepers to aui.
> their death dealing business, and
for moderate drinkers to sign the
I pledge. His remarks we're inter
spsrssd.by many Incidents and 'n :.
dotss, and notwithstanding ~
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Employment for Ladies and Gentle
men mt Home.

Our attention has been called to some
new and labor-savlng cooking utensils
recently Invented. One of which. the
Universal Weight and Measuring Uten-
sill, for weighing flour, sugar, butter, and
measuring moasses, milk and all kinds
of liquids used in cooking, entirely SUI
perseding expensive scales. The Patent
Centennial Cake Pan, the best and most
convenient cake pan ever made, and
which every housekeeper will have when
they see its advantages over all others.
Also, the Kitchen Gem, u plated wire
boiler to hang inside of an ordinary pot
for boiling all kinds of vegetables, eggs,
etc, which, when done, can be removed
at once perfectly dry without lifting the
heavy sooty pot off of the stove. These
goods are sold exclusively through
agents to families, and offer splendid
opportunity to some reliable lady OF
gentleman canvasser of this county 70
secure the agency for very prohtaoIe
business. For terms, territory, etc:
write TO i. 4. Brown Il Co, No. 242
Elm street, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Fire Department.

The Fire Department of this
city has won a good name for it.
self and fully merits the warm re-
CARDS with which it is entertained
by the Alpena property owners.
The duty of firemen is a noble one
they have to protect the homes
and business places Of the city
from the devouring element, and
the safety Of the city and the pros
perity and happiness Of the citi-
gems depend, to a great extent, up
on the efficiency and promptness
of the members Of the Fire De-
partment in repairing Immediately
to the Scene of danger and con-
trolling the fire before It spreads
into disastrous conlagration, that
would be sure to bring desolstion
to the city and ruin, misery and
destitution to the inhabitants. To
prevent this terrible calamity, the
thought of which is sufficient to
make a citizen shudder and turn
pale, is the duty of the Fire De-
partment, and nobly has the glori-
Gus work been done. The firemen
have been prompt and enerjetic In
putting out fires; their engines
and apparatus have been kept in
good order and ready for any emer-
gency, and they have never yet
heen found negligent in their du-
ties. No matter whether it was
at night or day, winter or summer,
freezing or scorching, they have al
ways turned ont and done their
heroic and laborious work cheer
fully, willingly, and, to great ex-
tent, freely. If it was night, they
woke from their peaceful slumbers,
left their comfortable beds, and hur-
ried to the scene Of danger; ii 1t
was daytime, they cbeerfully left
their work to wage a successful
war against the destroyer; if the
cold, wintry, freezing blasts of win
ter swept through the streets, they
manfully rushed forth and battled
with the raging flames and were
not deferred by cold, frozen gar
ments, or chilled frames, and if the
scorching rays of summer sun
made the streets like ovens, they
never tagged when the quick
tongued fire bell called them to
their posts of honor and glory
All honor to our brave, lion-heart-
ed, unselfish firemen, we say, and
the same is echoed and re-echoed
by the people Of Alpena, who can
not help but have warm regard
for the men who stand as bull
wark between them and destruc-
ton. May they do as well in the
| future as they have done in the
past, and they will continne to still
merit the respects of the people OF
the place.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
SECOND ALARM.

In about half an hour from the
time Of the first alarm, second
was sounded, and steamer No. 2,
which had returned to the engine
house, was soon in position for
business. This fire was in the
large mill boarding house of H. D.
Churchill, the fire having caught
somewhere near one of the chin
neys, in the attic. A messenger
was also dispatched for engine No.
|, and in short time both steamers
were pouring floods Of water on
the raging flames. The strong
wind that prevailed at the time
seemed to indicate that it would he
impossible to save this huge struc-
ture from total destruction, and al
so place row of other wooden
buildings in great danger OF heing
swallowed up by the fiery tend.
However, the tiremen worked like
heroes, and by their almost super
human efforts the fire was soon got
under control and confined mainly
to the roof aud attic Of. 1.-The build
ing, where it was soon extinguish-
ed. The damage to this building
is probably about $500, which is
covered by insurance.
The firemen are deserving OF
great credit for their promptness in
getting to these fires, and the able
manner in which they conducted
themselves during the time OF the
danger.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Liver Is King.

The liver Is the imperial organ OF the
whole human system, MS 1t controls the
life, health aud happiness of man. when
1t is disturbed in its proper action, all
kinds of ailments are natural result
The digestion of food, the movements OF
heart and blood. the action OF the b.aln
and nervous system, are all Immediately
connected with the liver. 1t has been
successfully proved that Green's August
Flower is unequalled in curing all per
sons afflicted with Dyspepsia or Liver
Complaint, aud result from an unhealthy
condition OF the liver and stomach
Sample bottles to try, 10 cents: Posi-.
lively sold in all towns on the Western
Continent. Three doses will prove that
IL Is just what you want. 3Soeowyi.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Fourth Of July.

At meeting of our citizens on
Monday evening, for the purpose
of taking into consideration the
feasibility and propriety OF cele-
brating the Fourth Of July, 1t was
unanimously voted that we should
have a grand, old-fashioned cele-
hration of that great and glorions
day, the anniversary of the signing
of the Declaration of Independence.
The proper committeeman were APP
pointed to make the necessary ar
engagements for one Of the grandest
celebrations ever held on the shore.
An invitation was extended to all
the secret societies and other or
CARNATIONS to make preparations,
If possible, to join in one grand
procession, and thus make one OF
the grandest, and we dare say the
largest display, If they all turn out,
that ever paraded the streets of a
city of this size in the whole State.
We earnestly hope that not a stone
will be- left unturned to make the
whole thing a grand success. Let
every man put his shoulder to the
wheel, and his hand in his pocket.
and do all in his power to make the
coming Fourth day that will be
cherished in the memory OF our
people until the end of this servi-
tude.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
.u,,nc,i nIREoroRy.

FpIsCOPAI.-Rev. w, W. Rsfter. Service. In
rrinity Church, on First street, every sunday
morning and evening.
DAPTIsT-Rev. r. l.. Little. Services In
eocieiys Church, on Third street, every sapo@'n
morning and evening. Il.
CATHOLIC--Re e. II. Dekiere. Services IN
the Catholic Church, on Chisholm street, every
Suudnys at $3.50 A. NJ, 1880 A. NJ, anu NJ y. "a.
mountaineering service. Sermon IN rhs"sn Nv
no 20; IN French at $50. 80, g..
0REGATIoNAL--Re A. II. Alien. SER
xi,es IN the Societys Church, on Second street,
avery Sabbath morning and evening" 81,
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. H. O. Northrup. Services
In Society's Church, on Dock street. every Sabbath
morning and evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Patents.

Patents granted TO residents OF
the State of Michigan, in the last
issue, bearing the date OF May 18th,
1878. Reported by. Psine and
Grafton, Patent Attorneys, Wash
ington, d. C:
J. H. Bryne, Detroit, shipping
case.
A. Jaeger, Detroit, sleeping car
C. A. Roberts, Detroit, car coup
ling, :,
]. F. Traub, Detroit, spectacle
frames.
Same, eye glasses.
II. N. Hill, Pontiac, wind engine
J. Branuing, Blooming Prairie
draft equalizer.
j. Young, Clayton, cultiva'or.
!. Lopgyear & D. W. Clark
Grass Lake, wind engine. =.
A. J. Collum, Grsenville' iomos'
rule. n~f
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Prof. Baldwin and Spiritualism.

Last Monday morning, by special
request, we, together with A. N.
Spratt and J. N. Kelley, were en-
tertained at a private sitting, by
Prof. Baldwin, at the Fletcher
House, in this city, and we must
say that we were puzzled to orr
wits end. We are no believer IN
spiritualism, and yet we were
amazed beyond measure to have
questions promptly answered, IN
writing, that were almost, as II
seemed. unanswerable by any one
living in this State except ourself.
One answer was also signed in the
handwriting of deceased rela-
tive, and was Immediately recog-
nized as the signature we had often
seen before. Questions were asked
by the other gentlemen present,
and answers promptly given. To
say the least possible Of the phe-
notnena, it is truly wonderful, and
puzzles the most scientific people
all over the country.
Prof. Baldwin gave an entertain
ment at Alpine Hall, to a crowded
house, last evening, and will give
another tonight. Those who fai
to be present will miss a rare ant
profitable evenings entertainment
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Board Of Review.

For the purpose a. examining the assessment
roll for the city OF ApenA for the year 1875 cor
Teoting any errors found therein, ION cause shown
reducing eQualizing increasing the valuation OF
any and all property found in said roll, and add
ing thereto any taxable property in said city that
may have been omitted, and valuing the same,
the Board Of Review Of said city will meet and
be in session at the Common Council room, In Me-
Donald's block, on second street, on the 18th, 18Th
and l9th days Of June next, from A NJ 10 II NJ.
and from l.. NJ. 90 p. n. Of sHid days, at which
time all persons desiring 20 do go may examine his
or her assessment on said roll, and may show
cause IL any, why the valuation thereof should
be changed.
10 witness whereof. and by order Of the Common
Council, We have hereunto set our hands az the
city Of Alpena, the cath day Of May A. ID. 1873.
GEO. A. bUTTEkFLELD,
A. X. MCDONALD, Mayor
Recorder.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Club List.

1t is often a saving Of money to
subscribe for periodicals that yon
may desire, together with your
own home paper. We are prepared
to take subscriptions at the follow
ing club rates:
ARGUS and Weekly Free Press, $500
ANGUS and Nursery. auo
ANGUS and Saturday Evening Post, BOO
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
ST. PETERS DAY.

Saturday, Jme 29th.-10;3O A.
NJ, morning prayer; sermon by the
Rev. L. s. Stevens, of Saginaw
City. Subject-"St. Peters Weak
ness our Strength" SP. NJ, even
ing prayer sermon by the Rev. g.
w. Wilson, of Saginaw. Subject
1.-THE Supremacy of st. Peter"
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

The latest reports from the lum-
her markets seem to indicate that
the prices of lumber must advance
at the yards. Cargo rates have adj
vanced a little during the past
month, and the prospects for better
prices and an active demand for
lumber seems to brighten.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

crowded house and warm, close
room, he interested, instructed and
pleased tue audience very much.
At the conclusion of the remarks,
Father, Dear Father, Come Home"
was effectively sung by little girl.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
Vessel Charters.

The Detroit Free Press reports
the following charters of vessels to
carry lumber, ETC., from Alpena to
other ports:
Schooner Monguagou, lumber,
Alpena to Chicago, at 81 per IN.
Schooner G. II. Wand, lumber,
Alpeua TO Chicago, at 81 per m.
Schooner Mary Hattie, lumber
Alpena to Toledo, at Sl.25 per NJ.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Drs. Winchester & Johnson, so well
and favorably known as flrst-class den
lists, having performed the most excel
lent and satisfactory work In their hne'
In nearly all the shore towns on Lake
Huron, are In town and stopping NJ the
Fletcher House, where they will be
pleased to attend to the wants OF all
who desire their services. Remember
they are at the Fletcher House.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

We would usually spell July with
one !, but when used in connection
with the society Of Cowbellonisns,
it should always have from two to
half dozen, according to circum-
stances.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Eiaay, Junc 9Sth.-lo:5o'A. NJ,
morning prayer; sermon by the
Rev. A, A. Butler, Of Bay City.
Subject-"Fasting and Prayer"
8 p. NJ, evening prayer; sermon by
the Rev. S. S. Chaplin, OF st. Johns.
Suhject-"The Confidence of a
Certain Faith"
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

s. s. Lewenbcrg, matchmaker and
iewcler, who has opened shop In Bost-
wick's drug store, would say to the peo'
ple that lie is prepared to execute all
work In his line, from the slightest re-
pair needed, up to making watch, u
necessary.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Beautiful Helen no doubt had fine
complexion, but 1t is more than doubt
full whether it exceeded In purity the
compilations OF the ladies who use that
inimitable auxiliary of female loveliness'
Genn's Sulphur Soap. Sold by all drug
gists. NJ,
Hills Hair & Whisker Dye, Black or
Brown, 50c. June.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

IA. Ellis, dentist, will remain at the
Collins House for few weeks longer
where he Is doing good business, ana
giving the most perfect satisfactioh
will then I've absent for few weeks 10
return in August and remain permanent
ly. Parties should have their teeth ex-
.tractcd now In order to have new ones
a., ,,o e,u J. A. ELLIS.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Mr.. Fitzmaurice delivered an
eloquent temperance lecture be-
fore q large audience at Alpine
Hall on Tuesday evening, July ii.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Very windy last Saturday. and
sawdust was moving abont the
streets at a rate which caused harsh
words, when coming in contact with
some pedestrians eyes.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Deer are reported plenty all over
this section of the country, and the
farmers say they are destroying
crops to some extent. They even
come within o mile of the center OF
the citv.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
,g veuison. We couldn't swear to

The calls for the Democratic
State and Congressional Conveu-
lions appear in another column Of
this issue.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Some OF the citizens of the town
ship and some of the city, contem-
plate a basket picnic to the foot of
Long Lake on the Fourth.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

The ARGUS printing Office has
been considerably enlarged and i'm
proved during the past week.
Come and see us now.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

There will be temperance
meeting at the Heron school
house, In the township of Wilson,
on Sunday next, at IL o'clock.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

If YOU would prevent loss OF sight, or
smooth the light to your eyes as TO rem
der reading a physical as well as men
tai pleasure, buy your spectaclcs OF W,
Z. smyth, practical matchmaker ana
ieMclcr.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19
q q . . .

The best selection of New
Dress Goods, New Shawls,
New Rcady-Made Suits, New
Ready-Made Ladies Sacks,
New Parasols, New Corsets,
Kid Gloves, in every shade,
Silk Handkcrchiets, in all
colors, is now being received,
direct from New York, at the
we'll known and popular store
of Dave Rodman.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

At the annual convention of the
German Workingman's Benevolent
Association of Michigan, held at
Kalamazoo on the 18th, 10Th and
18th, Charles Golling, of this city,
was elected President of the Asso-
citation for the ensuing year.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Emminent physicians endorse Adam.
sons Botanic Balsam as the safest and
most effectual remedy for Coughs, ana
Colds, ever discovered. Sold by Drug
cists and Dealers at 30 and 20 cts
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

rbs commsposm exercises Of
81. Bernardo Psrocbisl school. %
T n evening, Jups 9Th, iuds-
ing from the proCsans' P,0''
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

We were not aware that our
friend A. r. Mcdonald was spir-
itual medium and could perform
wonderful feats, until Monday
evening, when he astonished some
of our citizens at the court room.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

The present term OF our puoi'c
schools will close on Friday oil next
week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

You can buy at the Bay City Clothing
House a respectable suit of Clothes nat
white shiet, suspentiers, handkerchief
collars. neck tie and pair OF socks Tor
Ss.75. How Il that for low
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

A fine blue suit, Just the thing for 'he
present wear, only $3.50 at the Bay City
Clothing House.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Those quaint Egyptian and oriental
vases. and the beautiful assortment OIL
Maio,ica ware are magnificent, at Boil
ton ,S McRae's. -
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

Fancy Note Paper and Envelopes 10
boxes, for sale at the ARGUS ONCE ~
less than Detroit prices.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1878-06-19

All kinds of Note Paper, Letter Paper
and Envelopes very cheap at the ARGUS
Office.