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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
"a Widow and her Child"

A singular instance of superstition
came to light not long since, which is
thus related: Going into neighbours
house. one day last week, found one
Of the children suffering from severe
cough, and expressed my opinion that
it was case in which medical assis
lance should be obtained. The moth
er of the boy agreed that it was very
bad, but before calling in a docter
she intended to try cure that she had
long used in similar cases, and never
found to fail. On being pressed to
communicate the prescription, she
gravely informed me that the charm
consisted in Hale's Honey of Hore-
hound and Tar, and that it could be
obtained of all the druggists, Price
so cents and 81. Great saving BY pur-
chasing large size. Sold by all drug
gists.
Rock FALLS, July 20, 1873.
G. n. CRITTENToN. Dear SIR: | have
been using your Hale's Honey of
Horehound and Tar for bronchial af
lection, and have been greatly benefit
ed by it, and would like to introduce
it in our little town, as can cheerfullv
recommend it to all that are suffering
from Lung Complaint, Coughs, Colds,
etc, What can you furnish me this
medicine for by the dozen bottles or
two dozen at tlme2 Respectfully
yours, w. w, Brown, Rock Falls, Iii.
Pixies. TooTHoHE Drops cure in one
minute,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

The following entries have been made
upon the probate records since our last re-
port:
Guardianship of Martha Wellar, minor.
Guardians report filed and approved.
Estate of Louis De Liable, deceased, Just
and true account filed by ADMINISTRATIVE
Petition by administrative for leave to sell
real estate to pay debts.
Estate of Geo. M. Cole, deceased. To-
ventory and appraisewent bill filed and
approved
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

IMPORTANT TO Persons VISITING New
YoRK.-One of the best kept and most
convenient Hotels for Merchants and others
to stop at when in New York is the Grand
Union Hotel, nearly opposite the Grand
Central Depot, kept on the European plan
you therefore only pay for what you get.
Everything is first class, and prices mod
crate, adapted to the stringency of the
times. You save the expense of carriage
hire, and by leaving your baggage check
on the counter of the Hotel, your baggage
will be delivered in your rooms, fifteen
minutes after the arrival of the cars, free
of expense. We advise you to give the
Grand Union a trial.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
Special Meeting of the Coun-


On Saturday evening the city council
met in special session. Present. Acting
Mayor Warnock, and all the aldermen.
The matter of redistricting the city gas
district, was argued pro and con at some
length by Aldermen Lundy, Schlemmer,
and others, the former favoring gas on
Moline avenue and the latter opposing any
change that would incur additional expense
to the city. The case was finally referred
to the committee with instructions to ex-
anime into the details Of the entire matter
and report.
Aid. Cameron offered resolution that
the city clerk be instructed to make out a
bill against Mr.. Cable for use of coal lot
on levee, at the same rate as heretofore
paid $500 per annum,) and present it for
payment.
This brought out lively discussion
between Aldermen Lundy, Schlem-
mer and AnawaIt. The former
thought Mr.. Cable should be invited be.
fore the council to explain the situation
as it now exists through changes made,
and the franchises enjoyed by the Nor
thern line Prcket Co.. while Anawalt was
in favor of making the bill at the rate of
$50 per year, same as paid by Packet Go.
Aid Schlemmer thought the council
could look after the city's business without
any advice from Mr.. Gable.
Aid, Cameron said-"If Mr.. Gable il
not willing to do the square thing there
are other coal operators who are ready, tt
do so.
Aid. O'Neil was of the opinion that the
the old arrangement was the proper basis
for Mr.. Cables new tenancy, He was op
posed to asking Mr.. Gable to allow the cit.
something for the use of the levee.
The proposition of Lundy was rejected :
Ayes: Lundy, Brooks aud Simmons. Nays
O'Neil. Schlemmer. Anawalt, Hitler
Cameron.
The original motion of Aid, Cameron
was then adopted by following vote; Aye
o. Neil, Sohlemmer, Hitler, Cameron
SimmoDs. Nays Lundy, Anawalt AM
| Brooks.
This places the rental on the old basis o
| $500 per annum.
The council after one or two minor re
solutions adjourned.
Bad habits are easily contracted; so ar
colds; aud both are very hard to get Ri
Of The colds are quickly and surely cureC
| l. n III
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
a View Firm.

The ARGUS announces with pleasure
the location here of Dimock, Lester & Co.,
wholesale dealers in tobacco, cigars, and
whips, who for long time nave been do.
ing business in Moline. The frm is COM
posed Of enterprisiuR, energetic business
men who will make their influence felt in
commercial circles. The inside business
will be conducted by d. G. Dimock, the
travelling by 0. Lester. better known as
'Doc," one of the oldest and most popular
travelling Ten on the road. Rock Island
is always ready to welcome a new irm,
especially when it comes SO well heralded
as prompt, reliable and with true CONNER
cial enterprise TO claim place among the
business interests of the city. Attention
is directed to the advertisement of the
concern which appears in this paper.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

THE POLITICAL OUTLOOK, is hazy, and
il is hazardous to attempt to name the
coming men. A new era has dawned for
men overtaxed with brain work. They
take Reeds "Gilt Edge Tonic" and its
health-giving properties afford speedy
cure. c. Tegeler 4 Co., wholesale agents,
Rock Tsland
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Julius Friedland, Cincinnati: W Tay-
lor. E b HOsner, Chicago; B f Jennings,
Pittsburg; d f Clark and + Burlington,
st. Louis; s Ii Pollock, w II Paddock, 7
Fl 3 Davis, New York; L A Zshning, 70.
ledo. o; G l. Kiwert. Milwaukee; G Ii
Sanford, New Haven, Conn; Jas A Chute,
St Louis, L, MouDtford, Trenton, N. j.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
Malarial COMPLAINTS.

There never was time when complaints
arising from inactivity of the liver were
more common in this section than at the
present time, Nearly everyone has been
afflicted with some form of malarial dis
ease, and of all known remedies Mcguire s
Cundurango is acknowledged to be the
best. 1t brings immediate relief prevents
fever, tones up the whole system aud is a
sure protection against all these distress
ing complaints. Try it once and be con-
WINGED
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Some of the richest designs 10 China
Tea Sets, ever shown in Rock Island at
May Bros, Star Block, Rock Island. The
stock comprises plain, gold banded and
ornamental, of quaint and modern styles,
at prices to suit the times. You can save
money by purchasing at May Bros.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Illustrated Marriage Guide, 260 pages,
cloth aud gilt binding, SO cents: some in
paper covers Is cts. Manhood, 10 cents:
Womanhood, 10 cents; Pamphlet. cents
securely sealed. by mail. Send money
or postage stamps. DR.. Whittier, the
great specialist, GIT st. Charles street, st.
Louis, Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Lithontriptic is the name given medi-
cine possessing superior qualities for the
cure of all kidney diseases. 1t is not q
quack nostrum but a reliable remedy,
vouched for by leading physicians all over
the country, Wherever known Lithon-
triptic" isin general demand being consider
ed the best remedy gifts class 10 the market.
For sale by the trade generally. mwf&w
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
NJ one has known what perfect brea

No one has known what perfect bread,
biscuit, rolls, pastry, etc., are,if he has not
eaten those raised by DooLEY's YEAST
POWDER. This article is made from the
purest compounds, and so strong that lit.
tie more than one half of the ordinary
kinds is needed. 1t also saves iu -four,
shortening, eggs milk, etc.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Frank Miller's Harness Oil and Backing
is pronounced by the trade generally to be
the best manufactured. The grade of
these goods is always standard aud their
reputation unsurpassed anywhere. The
firm is one of the oldest in the country and
has the largest trade in its line in the
country. dWtf
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

DIAMOND best in the world
so acknowled by all who have tried EvoRY's
CELEBRATED CALIFORNIA DIAMOND
CATARRH REMEDY. 1t gives immediate
relief, aad few bottles cure the worst
cases. Be sure you get the DIAMOND
(trade markl as there are worthless imita-
tons offered for sale. The genuine is
prepared only by DR.. A. +. EvoRY & Co.,
80 Hall street, Brooklyn. p. .. Box
1902, New Work City. Sold by all Drug
gists. SO cents Bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

OF the thousands who die annually OF
consumption, how many there are who
could be saved by timely care. The very
best remedy is SLoAN's LACTo PHOSPHATE
OF LIME, IRON & COP Liver OIL.
II is so delicately favored that even au
infant will take it willingly.
The Philadelphia hospitals use 1t 9th
great success. Get bottle o. it. mwi
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

"A stitch 10 time saves nine. sings
Ella land few of Devines' Pitch Lozen-
&c saves coughing all night, and saves pain
in the side. and sore throat" and who
blames her for this precautiou, seeing she
is happy over it.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Nausea, headache, furred tongue, Bit
ter mouth and bad breath 10 the morning,
are all dismissed by Milk of Magnesia, a
remedy Endorsed by the family. The ner-
vous sensations produced by indigestion
are always conqured by it. Druggists sell
"a
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

For fine suitings. the latest styles, and
first class fit, call on j. I. Dixon, MGR
chant tailor, IT'S Second avenue. Every
garment guaranteed; first class work at
popular prices. l4-dlw
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
The Weather--To-Day.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated hv thermometer:
TAN 44e above zero 1aP.N 500 shove 1erC
Sal 49o " P.A 529
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
ROCK ISLAND HOUSE.

Mrs and Miss Chamberlain, N r Jones,
. Kelsey, Chicago; Nj Il Trufaut, Boston;
K NJ Gust, Joliet; Mrs j Hanna, Aurora;
Geo NJ Dana Freeport, ILL.,. Dan DAWSON,
Rush Landing Mimi. j Field. Cincinnati;
H Q Fleisher, Philadelphia; L s Smith,
Peoria; Joel Farley. Fulton,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Ladiesl Physicians and chemists have
analysed Pozzonfs medicated complexion
powder and recommend its use to their
wives and lady friends. What better
could be said of it.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

QUERY: "Why will men smoke com
mon tobacco, when they can buy Marburg
Bros. Seal of North Carolina at the
same price7" l-leodly
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
County Court.

Geo. Wadsworth, of Reynolds, for sell
ing liquor without license. was brought
before Judge Adams to-day and plead
guilty. He paid his fine and costs and was
DISCHARGED
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

An excellent assortment of nick -nacks,
mantle ornaments. vases. toilet sets, and
everything in the crockery furnishing line,
at bed rock prices, at May Bros.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
FRIEDRICHSHALL.
The Only Pure and Reliable.

Owes It's great reputation to the happy proportions
of s ingredients, which have constituted It an IN
approachable and indispensable remedy for
Constipation, Indigestion, DISTINCTIONS, Piles
Chronic Disorders of the Stomach Liver and
Bowels, Gont, Plethora, Rush of Blood 10
the Head, Hypocondria, Melancholy,
Lassi.ude, Impurities of the Blood
and Skin, Eruptions and
Blotches.
1t improves the appetite, keeps the head clear,
the blood cool; but never debilitafee
Its efficiency can be proven by the testimony of
hundreds of the best physicians, including the
most eminent ones of this day
For want of space we here give the certificates of
Sir HENRY THOMPSON and PRoF. Won LIRBIG:
NAs an occasional aperient and corrector OF di-
gestion. know nothing equal to FRIEDRIcHsHALI
1t leaves the patient as rule, less constpated af-
ter disseminating than he was before, and may be
taken habitualty without lowering the SYSTEM
SIR HENRY THOMPSON.
The testimony OF Baron Won Liebig places the
Bitter Water Of Friedrchshall among the most ell
cacious in Europe, and whose great value must be
recognized by all who have experienced its saluta-
ry and beneficial effects
DOSE.-One or two wine glasses full before
breakfast. For sale by Grocers and Druggists
The trade supplied by the Sole Agents.
BOUCHE Fills & CO..
81 Beaver Street, NEW YORK.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
Personal,

Messrs. W. l.. Sweeney, James Van
Horn and L. F. Harson left on the Peoria
train this p. N. to attend the grand lodge
of /. o. 0, F., which convenes at Spring
field tomorrow.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Lamps of all kinds, from the plainest to
the most elaborate at prices to suit every
one at May Bros. Star Block, Rock Island,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

The safest and most reliable remedy for
the usual diseases of the baby is DR.. Bulls
Baby Syrup. 1t contains nothing iDjuri-
GUS. Price 25 cents bottle,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
NERVOUS DEBILITY.

Vital weakness or depression: a
weak exhausted feeling, no energy or cour-
age; the result of mental oveF-Work.
sndeseFeflons or exeesses, or some
drain upon the system, is always cured by
HUMPHREYS HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC No. IS
1t tones up and invigorates the system,
dispels the gloom and dependency, imparts
strength and energy,-stops the drain and
rejuvenates the entire man. Been used
twenty years with perfect success by thou
sands. , Sold by dealers. Price, S1.00 per
and $2.00 vial of powder. Sent by mail on
receipt of price. Address HUMPHREYS
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE COMPANY
100 FULTON STREET, NJ Y.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

When looking for a fue chandelier be
sure aud visit May Bros, Star Block. The
best assorted line 10 the city.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
MEDICAL
Monday. November ls, 1878

ByIts great and thorough blood;pnrifying proper
ties, DIR. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery cures
All Hnmors, from the worst scrOfula 20 common
Blotch, Pimple, or Eruption. Mercurlal dlseasee'
Mineral PoIsons, and their effects arc eradlcated,
and vigorous health and sound CONSUMPTION esta6-
lIshed ErysipeIna, snlt>rheum, Fever soresl scnIy
or Rourh skin. IN short all diseases caused by bad
blood are conquered by this powerful, purifying and
FspecisilS has It manifested its potency in curing
letter. Roso IRnah, Boila, CarbCncles, Sore Eyes
scroFuious sores and swelnga, White sweIunEAs
CoItro or Thick Neck, and Enlarged GlandA.
IN YOU feel dull, drowsy, dcbilltated have sallow
color OF skin, or yellowishbrown spots on face or
body FREQUENT headache or dizziness, bad taste in
month"; internal heat or chils alternated with hot
bushes low spirits and gloomy foreoodngS irregular
onpptite and tongue coated, you are suffering from
Torpid Liver, or = Bniounneas." In many cases OF
Silver Complaint only part Of these symptoms are
cxperienced. As n remedy for all such cases, DR..
Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery has no equal a.
IL effects Derfect and radical cures.
In tie cure OF bronchitis Severe Coughs, and the
carly stages OF Consumption, II has hstonished the
medical faculty, and eminent physicians pronounce
IL the greatest medical discovery OF the age While
IL cures severest Coughs. strengthens the system
and purifles the blood. Sold by druggists.
r. v. PIERCE, NJ. D., Prop'r, Worlds Dispensary
and Invalids Hotel, Buffalo, n, Y.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
a Fine Store.

Enterprise will win and 10 10 city are
the people SO quick to encourage as in
Rock Island. in this connection TIE AR
GUS takes pride in noting the evidences of
progress on the part of May Bros, one of
the most energetic firms IN the city. Their
store has reoeailY been re6tted and painted
throughout and nov presents az attractive
appearance. The shelving is all new, OF
walnut handsomely grained and vanished,
the windows are OF heavy plate glass
while the ceilings haves been handsomely
frescoed and finished, presenting look of
taste and elegance worthy of some of the
finest stores in the metropolitan cities.
The arrangement Of the goods is in the
most attractive manner, and some Of the
shelf goods are of the very best and finest
grades. The Office is magni6centiy fitted
up, over the main desk is heavy French
plate mirror. the largest in the city, 60 by
70 inches, with a rich black walnut frame;
to the left is another elegant mirror, the
whole making picture of elegance such
as only the largest eastern Offices aspire to.
The store throughout is decidedly hand,
some one and speaks volumes for the en-.
terprise and business energy of May Bros
among the very best 10 Rock Island. THE
ARGUS extends wishes for success anG
trusts that this excellent concern may have
an uninterrupted business prosperity.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

In these times economy is the rule with
all prudent housekeepers, and all such
can buy crockery, dinner and tea sets. and
the thousand and one articles 10 that line
of housekeepers' goods, at lower prices
than can be obtained elsewhere 10 the
three cities, at May Bros, Star Block,
Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
MOLINE.
HEADoUARrERs-MoLINE,

RICHARDS q 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 noon to en-
sure publication the came day.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

The best arranged, finest display and
largest stock of crockery, etc., in Rock
Island, at MAY Bros, Star Block.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
BLANC ILLUSION
FOR THE COMPLEXION.

FUG TIE GUMPIEAIUN,
Is recommended as a necessary accompaniment to
every lady's toilet.
IT imparts the natural smoothness and delicacy OF
] youth To the complexion; not alone obscuring
al bemishes, hut giving tone and vitality to the
texture Of the skin. II cannot be classed among
ordinary Lily Whites or face powders, but is pre-
pared with view to meet the special wants of the
most refined and fastidious lady. Nothing enters
into its composition but the most strictly pure in
gradients, and all Of harmless nature. These pc
culiaritfes have insured for it the patronage Of
ladies of the highest social circles who for years
have used 1t exclusively. II has done much to die
sipate the prejudice against the OF articles to
enhance female beauty
II is put up in handsome metal boxes, is deli
ciously perfumed, and retsils at 80 cents.
HENRY TETLOW,
Nos 100 and ia Arch Street, -. PHILADELPHIA
For sale by JOHN BENGsToN, Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18
Hotel Arrivals.
HARPER HOUSE.

We note the following arrivals since last
report:
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-11-18

Bad habits are easily contracted; so are
colds; aud both are very hard to get rid
of. The colds are quickly and surely cured
by DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup. Price % cts.
The daily intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Territory [i.e. Wash.]) 1876-1881, 1878-10-09

STATE CONSTITUTION Don't TAKE.
On Wednesday last, we had the OPP
portunity to hold an extended converse
with q resident of Clark county, whose
business has called him to travel over
the greater portion Of Western WASH
ington during the past few weeks. He
says that among the farming class, al
most universally. they are opposed to
the Territory being changed into .
state because Of the sure increase OF
taxation beyond what is now imposed,
which Is now as high IS their circum-
stances will bear. But in the towns,
where the Office hunter and the politi-
clan most do congregste, be found the
only Outspoken advocates for sdopting
the Walls Walla constitution. It is to
the hardy cons of the pillow We mus.
turn TO save US from the office seekers
at the November election.-N.P. Times
The laboring classes are the very ones
who should vote for the adoption OF
the constitution. as they may be certain
they will never get a chance to vote
for one that will protect their interests
equal to this, and that Is just what ellis
the Times. which sees in this constltn-
ton no chance for corporations to fill
their Golfers from the laboring classes.
Now we are not after IN office. but
when the Times effects so much con-
Germ for "the hardy sons of the pillow, q
snd at the same time the organ of q
great corporation, we will get right up
and speak of lt.-PaLouse Gazette.
The daily intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Territory [i.e. Wash.]) 1876-1881, 1878-10-09

estates, worked by their own tenantry.
lie: one hall Of the lands In Washing
ton Territory pass absolutely into the
hands Of corporation and Q majority
Of our people could only subsiss As ten.
ants at will, as absolutely under the
control and at the mercy Of their land
lords as the operatives and the peasant
ry in the monarchiaI government. of
Europe. Popular government under
such conditions would be q delusion.
Yet men. calling themselves Democrats
and assuming to represent the Demo
cratic party, endorse and advocate this
system of human slavery, more onerous
than chsttel slavery. because it gives
to the master the control of the earn
iBgs Of the slave, without any respon-
sibility for his care and keeping and no
interest in his life or health; the great
est amount of labor to be wrung from
the smallet amount of compensation,
being the only consideration. A sys.
tenn Of which Poland and Ireland are
living examples.