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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
DEATH OF WILLIAM sAURMAN
He yielded up his life in the discharge
of Duty. #t


Onthe night of the fire at VoIk's planning
mill, none worked more zealously than
William Saurman, Of the Fourth ward
company. He was in the thickest Of the
work, laboring constantly and increasingly
to save the property. Even when the
smoke came out in dense volumes, almost
suffocatiDg the iremen and compelling
many to temporarily desist. he stood his
ground. He became thoroughly overheated
and the second day after the FIRE complain
ed Of cold, which settled on his bowels
causing inflammation, and this morning
came the sad news OF his death. In the
discharge of his duty as a fireman he was
oblivious to all danger to himself. He
was a young man, apparently about 81
years of age, a steady, industrious worker
and good citizen, and was assistant foreman
of the Fourth Ward Hose Company. He
leaves wife and child, at present sojourn-
ing with friends in Wisconsin. Taken of
so suddenly, in the prime aud vigor Of
manhood, it is indeed a sad case and is
made still more worthy of notice from the
nature of the circumstances attending his
death. Too much praise cannot be bestowed
on men of his characteristics who, forgetful
of all save the public good. sacrifice theif
lives in the faithful discharge of duty.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
Those Burglars.

The thieves have not left the city yet it
seems by reports. On Monday night a
young man named Gibson says he saw
some suspicious looking characters around
Geo. Mixers residence, and again last
night he says two men stepped in front of
him near the same place, opened dark
lantern upon him and snapped revolver
which failed to discharge, whereupon be
fred two shots at them. The police were
on the spot in short time but failed to
get any trace of them. The popularity of
these burglarious feats is that no one ex
cept the young man ever sees any of these
thieves.
Two officers were nicely taken In last
night. While walking along the street on
the east side of town they heard some
kind of missile strike the porch of house
near by. Quick as fash they got out of sight
and watched expecting every moment
to see thieves make an attempt to break
in. For two mortal hours they watched,
hearing repeatedly the sound Of something
striking the house but being unable to
discover from whence it came. This
morning they discovered that the sounds
were produced by apples falling from 9
tree overhangiug the porch.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
Clear the Way

For the escape from the system of its
waste and debris, which. if retained, would
vitiate the bodily fluids and overthrow
health. That important channel of exit,
the bowels, may be kept permanently free
from Instructions by using the non grip
ing, gentle acting and agreeable cathartic,
Hostetter's Stomach Bitter's, which not
only liberates impurities, but invigorates
the lining If the intestinal canal when
weakened by constipation or the uuwise use
of violent pargatives. The stomach, liver
and urinary organs are likewise reinforced
and aroused to healthful action by this be
neficent tonic and corrective, and every
organ, fiber, muscle and nerve experience,
a share of its invigorating influence. I'm
Objectionable in favor, most genial anC
wholesome medicinal stimulant, and ow
ing it's efficacy to botanic sources exclu
sively, it is the remedy best adapted tt
household use on account of its safety
wide scope and speedy action.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

The funeral of Mrs. s, M. Goldsmith,
to-day, was attended by large concourse
Of relatives, friends, and citizens. The Old
Settlers Society of this county was espe-
cially largely represented. The beautiful
and solemn burial service of the Episcopa
church was performed by the Rector, Rev
T l. Holcombe, assisted by Rev. Brooks,
formerly rector of this parish, aud now Of
Massillon, Ohio
The pall-bearers were George Mixter
William Bell, John A. Boyer, William E
Brooks, David Halves, Frazer Wilson, Ell
ton Z. Chopper, and DIR. z. Gregg, al
among the early settlers of this county
and long residents Of this city, The occa
sion was solemn aud impressive, and the
attendance marked tribute Of respect tc
the memory of the deceased.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Judge Cornelius Lynde,Jr., aud party
have arrived from Europe.
VIM. Jackson, Esq, and family are ex-
pected to arrive home from Europe on
Saturday or Monday next.
We notice on the Harper House regis
ter to-day, Joe Gaskell, home again"
Samuel j. Jack, Il. L. Kimball, Pitts.
burg; N. Atchison. f. Wilkins, j. Nc
Arthur, b, Lawrence, j. A. Bingham, T.
5. Temple and j. Il. Kinkead, Chicago
b. Henderson, Robt. Gibson, NJ. FL
Kirby, New York; l.. u. Harris. CORES
pondent of the st. Louis Republican, arr
among to-day's arrivals at the Harpel
| House, 9
S. Stocker, A. Ruscher, w. p. Madison
A. K. Bowers, Chicago; A. r. BRYANT
Danville, ILL.,; Jas. Best. Il. FL RosenthaI,
Cincinnati; VIM. Osborn, WateryilIe. N
Y; VIM. r. Osborn, Binghamtop. N. ".
Z. Fl. Hall, L. III. Reeves, New York: s
ID. Prescott, Haveshill, Mass. M. Bruno
and Kirch, Galesburg; A. Fl. Barker
Emmettsburg, Md; Il. A. Hume Burl
ington; +. H. Cotes, and Geo. Chaplin
Monmouth, are among to-days arrivals a
the Rock Island House.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Pozzoni's preparations are standard
wherever introduced and in this vicinity
have ready sale with all the leading drug
gists and fancy dry goods dealers. The
celebrated Pozzoni Complexion Powder"
lis very popular with ladies and pronoun-
ced valuable, delicately perfumed, and
harmless cosmetic Unlike most prepare
tons of this GLASS it is free from Injurious
ingredients and imparts natural healthy
glow to the face, without the vulgar ex-
treme. An excellent hair dressing is found
in Chemical Balm" which prevents hair
from falling out, and accelerates its growth.
1t is an excellent scalp invigorant and
thoroughly removes dandruff. These su,
perior articles can be obtained of any drug
gist and will be found in all cases just as
represented. a trial win convince the
most skeptical of their merits.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
The Victim

of youthful indulgence, successes, &c,
he who is now suffering for past vices;
as indicated by weakness, losses, be.
posits, sediments, irritation, dyspepsia,
nervousness, dependency, melancholy
tendency to mania He who is in pre-
mature decline, will get immediate and
permanent relief and cure by using
''Wells' Health Remover ~ 1t is espee-
tally designed for just these cases and
for those who are older. and are lacking
in animal vitality and vigor. 1t enables
the system to recuperate rapidly and
supply the drain thereon, Don't fail to
try it. Sold by druggists at $1.0O, or
sent by express on receipt of price.
Advice free. See circular with bot.
ties. Adde'S e. S. Wells, % Barclay
st New York
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
lMNALIns, hoTEL

The very large number Of invalid people who daily
visit Buffalo rom every quarter o. Ie pnteg sIaIes
and the widely celebrated Faculty Of Specialists IN
itnecessary that tic founder OF this institution should
provide place on q grand and commodious scale
Tor their entertainment and comfort.
ADVANTAGES OFFERED.-The Invalids' Hotel
Is more complete IN It's appointments than any smi3
in one OF the most heatu and desirable portions OF
the City Of Buffalo, and commands line view of Lake
being situated IN the midst Of an extensive system
Of beauti[a! parks: The Hotel is furnished With
TO and from the different floors; Is provided with all
kinds Of approved baths and has also connected with
- well-appointed gymnasium and bowling alley TO
afford proper means OF exercise.
Chronic DISEASES of all forrns whether requir-
ing medical SURGICAL mechanical, treatment, come
within the province of our several specialties
DISEASES OF WOMEN.-Especially are the facili-
ties OF this innrmary of superior order as regards
the remedial means and appliances for the cure OF
Employment in moderation, Of tonic, chemical,
a Snq S,ep TO ia Feme ~
means 70 which we resort IN such cases Dry friction
ments and light calisthenic exercises to enlven and
equalze the circulation OF the blood in the system,
trenShe4 tbe muscle produce important benehsia
results in all cases which these means are appca-
ment The most approved medicines are carefully
to suit me conditioI Of the patient te thorough
tilation Of the sleeping apartment the cheering In
FOR anusement and an those agencies which tend %
arouse the mind Of the patient nom iesRo5dency'
NERVOUS DIsEAsEs-Paralysis Epilepsy Fits,
chorea tSt. Vitus's Dance and other nervous alice
esy Which srestet skill and Se
most happy results secured.
LING pIsEAsEsL-This division Of the practice In
the inyalids' Hotel Is very ably managed by gem
tleman OF mature Judgment and skill bronchial,
Throat. and Lung Diseases very largely treated
in thladepartmet and with results which have been
highly gratifying to both physician and patients
EYE AND EAR-Special attention Is given 70 the
S1ished ocuiist and aurist being under engagement
70 conduct This branch Of tho practice.
Invalids arriving IN the city and desiring TO con-
guf u.s. should come directly 20 the Hotel IL Is easily
accessible BY carriage, omnibus street NIL
IKR's Omnibus Agents, all incoming trains. can
be relied upon 70 deliver passengers and baggage
with security and dispatch.
srY-Addrcss II. V. PIERCE NJ. D., WORLDS Dispen-
uirV aud Invalids' Hotel Buffalo, N. Y.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
NERVOUS DEBILITY.

Vital weakness or depression a
weak exhausted feeling, no energy or cour-
age; the result of mental oVeF-WoFk,
lndescrefions or excuses, 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, $1.OO per
single vial, or $500 per package of five walls
and $500 vial of powder. Sent by mail on
receipt of price. Address HUMPHREYS
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE COMPANY
100 FULTON STREET, N. Y.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
Hard Times and Economy.

Many dostor's bill would be saved by
having PoND's EXTRACT always at hand.
1t is cheap and efficacious-never harmful.
The more it is used the more it is liked,
Specially recommended as relieyer of all
pains and subduer of intdmationS of all
kinds. No family should be without it.
Try it once, AID you will always use it.
Ponds Extract is sold by druggists all
over the world.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

IMPORTANT TO PERSONS VISITING New
YoRK.-One of the best kept and most
convenient Hotels for Merchants and others
to stop at when 10 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, yoar baggage
will be delivered in your rooms, fifteen
minutes after the arrival of the ears, free
of expense. We advise you to give the
Grand Union trial.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07


BLEMIsHEs upon the Feminine Counte-
nance, if of a esmplexionable nature, spec.
Oily vanish when Glenns Sulphur Soap is
used to obliterate them. Pimples, blotch
es, moth patches, roughness, redness. tan
and freckles are invariably hanished by
this Incompatible clarifying agent. Erup-
tive ailments. sores, cuts, bruises, scalds,
and other affections and injuries of the
cuticle are likewise removed by it. Sui
phur Baths have long been renowned as
the best remedy for skin diseases, rheuma
tism and govt. Glenn's Sulphur Soap is
10 every respect as sfhcaeious, and far
cheaper, By opening the pores, and pro-
noting vigorous superficial circulation,
this excellent article contributes to the
health of the entire system as well as to
| that of the cuticle, Since its introduction
| to public notice it has repeatedly been
commended by the medicle profession and
press, and few external specifics have won
such golden opinions" among all olarses.
1t prevents obnoxious diseases as well a.
remedies them, and disinfects clothing and
linen impregnated with disease. Dandruff
is entirely eradcated by 1t, and its use is,
on that account, greatly to be desiderated
by persons whose hair is thinning out In
consequence of dryness of the scalp. Those
who have used ointments and liquids with
out avail for the cure of eruptions of an
obstinate character, will tind, If they try
| it, Glenn's Sulphur Soap removes seorbu-
tic complaints irremediable by less efica-
cious means, and prevents the recurrence
| of such disorders For bleaching fine
articles of needlework and all kinds of
which.woolen. cotton and linuen fabrics this
soap is superior to any article that can be
used for the purpose.
Sold by Druggists. Price 25c. per cake.
| Box q cakes) 75c., sent by mail, prepar-
ed, on seceipt of price. G. N. CRlTTENToN,
Prop'r, 7 Sixth Avenue. New York.
| Huns HAIR AND WHIsKER Dye, Black
or Brown, Soc.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

DIAMOND The best in the world /!
30 ackuowled by all who have tried EvoRY's
CELEBRATED CALIFORNIA DIAMOND
CATARRH REMEDY. II gives Immediate
relief, aad few bottles cure the worst
cases. Be sure you get the DIAMOND
(trade mark as there are worthless imita-
tions offered for sale. The genuine is
prepared only by DR.. A. 4. EvoRY & Co.
| 90 Hall street, Brooklyn. P. .. Box
$685., New York City. Sold by all Drug
pists. so cents a Bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
stsrviug TO death.

Thousands of men and women are starry.
ing themselves to death. They dare not
eat or drink this or that, fearing it will in
crease their flesh. Life depends upon con.
tinuous self-denial. The only safe and re-
liable remedy for this terrible condition il
Allan's Arti-Fat. 1t is wholly vegetable
and perfectly harmless Its use insures {
reduction of from two to five pounds pei
week. Sold by all druggists.
BUFFALO, N. Y. June 18th, 1878.
To THE PRoP'Rs ALLAN's ANTI-FAT:
Conference.-The following report is frou
the baby who used Adams Anti-Fat: II
sthe Anti-Fat) had the desired effect, re-
ducing the fat from two to FIVE pounds ,
week until had lost twenty FIVE pounds,
hope never to regain what / have lost. )
Yours resp's.
POWELL & PLIMPToN,
Wholesale Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
ro4ina tn Old se+tlara

Once again death has entered our circle
and taken one of our number. The mem
berS of the Society are requested to attend
the funeral of the late John Heck, at his
residence one and half miles on Rodmau
avenue, from the Post Office, Moline, at 2; &c
P. VI.
A full attendance is earnestly requested.
A. X. PHILLEo, Sec'y.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

The ARGUS jon PRINTING Rooms
turn out Cards, Circulars, Note Heads
Bill Heads, Law Briefs, and all Other
kinds of Printing, in the highest style OF
the art, and on the most reasonable terms.
And THE ARGUS Book BINDERY is doing
all kinds of work in that line, neat, quick
and cheap. The friends of the paper and
the public generally are invited to give oul
work trial. dwt.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Ihave subjected REEDS AROMATIC BIT-
TIERS to chemical analysis, examined the
different substances from which it is fnsa-
ufactused, witnessed the process in its buc-
cessive stages, and can truly say that the
process is the best possible. and that the
Bitters contain nothing deleterious to
health, but only such substances as are
known to react favorably on the system.
X. H. CHITTENDEN, Instructor in Chem
istry, Yale College.
June oath, 1876. #s
GEO. W, M. REED & Co, Sole Proprietors,
New Haven. Conn.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
Attention Firemen.

The Fourth Ward Hose company having
extended an invitation to the fire depart
ment to attend the funeral of the late
VIM. SaurmaD, the different companies
will meet in their hose houses, this WED
nesday) evening, at 7 o'clock. to make
arrangements for the funeral. Due notice
will be given of the funeral.
By order JAMES JOHNSTON,
7-dlt Chief.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

For IMMEDIATE RELIEF of Coughs,
and Colds, and use the popular remedy,
Madame Porter's Cough BaLsdDs the
cheapest aud one of the best medicines
sold: Its virtues have been tested by
thousands for many years in the treat.
ment ofall Diseases of the throat and
lungs, and is confidently offered as q
reliever of those diseases. Price %,
so and rs cents per bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
A Reliable Article.

1t is pleasure to commend an article
of thoroughly reliable character, and we
do not hesitate 10 do so in speaking Of
DooLEY's YEAST POWDER, which an ex-
perience of over ten years convinces US is
the best ard most reliable baking powder
in the market.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Illustrated Marriage Guide, 260 pages,
cloth and gilt binding, SO cents; some in
paper covers IS cts. Manhood, 10 cents;
Womanhood, 10 cents; Pamphlet, 8 cents
securely sealed. by mail. Send money
or postage stamps. DIR. Whittier, the
great specialist, GIT st. Charles street, ST.
Louis, Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.

The celebrated Peoria show cases;
cheaper than any other in the market.
Quality guaranteed. Workmanship I'M
surpassed. Rob,t G. Luke, manufacturer,
Peoria. Ills, Field Bros, agents. Rock
Island, Ills. 5-l0dly
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

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.
1t is so delicately favored that even an
infant will take it willingly.
The Philadelphia hospitals use it with
great success. Get bottle Of it. lnwi
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

In our new line as Merchant TaiIors we
are now prepared to show the nobbies'
style OF Fall suitings ever shown 10 Rock
Island. We guarantee all fits and al
prices that cannot be equalled.
septic MITCHELL & PARSONS
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Persuade your suffering friend to use
Durangs Rheumatic Remedy for rheuma-
tism and he will afterwards thank you.
Cures permanently.
Five to 20 minutes only needed to cure
headache by Lodilles Headache Specific.
Price so cents large bottles. Sold in Rock
Island 4 ,--s---
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

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, 1878-08-07

Clear thought and vigorous action de-
pend upon that perfect condition of sys-
tenn resulting from pure blood. When
symptoms provocative of dullness and mac.
tivity present themselves, then use at once
DIR. Bulls Blood Mixture,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Infants and children can't digest starchy
or farinaceous food until they have their
teeth you want food that the baby viii
thrive on then try Horlicks in health OF
sickness, this sells from physicians pres
criptions who acknowledge its superior
merits to all other artificial food yet in
troduced.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
Another Old Settler Gone.

Mr. John Heck, one of the earliest set
tiers and Oldest inhabitants of this section
of the country, departed this life Tuesday,
August 9th. at $50 p. IN, IN the ninety
second year of his age. Had he lived
until the 10th day Of next month he would
have seen the 92i anniversary of his birth
day. The immediate cause of his death
was stroke of paralysis, brought on by
over exertion during the hot weather Of
two weeks ago, from which be had not the
vitality to recover. Funeral services from
his late residence Thursday, Aug. sth, al
2:30 p. ~ Friends and old settlers In
vited to attend.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Sufferers from Catarrh are recon-
mended to use Jackson's Catarrh snuff
and Troche Powder, an invaluable
specific for Catarrh and the best voice
remedy in, the country. Sold by all
druggists. See ad. in this paper. tt
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
NOTES HERE AND THERE.

Witnesses for the city in the case of
city of Rock Island VS. Geo. w. Lawrence
can get their fees on application to the
city clerk.
There was some lively shooting again
last eveniDg-but as nearly as can be as
certained no game was bagged This
thing is getting monotonous.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Babies that Suffer from Collie are imme-
diately relieved by MILK OF MAaNEsIA, a
preparation most acceptable to the infan-
tile palate. As laxative for children il
has no equal, and it is also an unequalled
auti-dyspeptic. Sold by all Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Horlick' food is the best article of diet
known for dyspepsia, constipation etc..etc.,
this Is nutrition in the best form and not
medicine. Ask your druggist about its
merits and see sample,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated bv thermometer
TAN 7so above zero 1aP.M SO above zero
I9A N, S39 Pm. SOC =
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

"All the health | enjoy, and even my
life ! may say, is in consequence of Sim
mons Liver Regulator. / would not take
one million dollars for my interest in that
medicine,
w, e. WILSON, Welborn, Fla
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07
Peerless Starch.

This celebrated starch is manufactured
from an entirely new process and is
guaranteed strictly pure. The Gloss
Starch is unequalled in the laundry and
the 'Peerless Corn" has no equal any
where. Wholesale by Henry Darts Sons
Rock Island. Ids l0W
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-08-07

Our new fall stock of Carpets. Oil Cloths
and Mattlngs are beginning to arrive, and
we can show you some stunning styles in
the course Of week.
sept.6 MITCHELL. q Parsons.