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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Falrer Brows than those whitened by the
clarifying action of Gienn's Sulphur Soap
are not to be found. Disfguring pimples.
blotches and other blemishes of the con.
plexion which mar the effect of pleasing
features, fine eyes, and other agreeable
physical traits, are quickly eradicated By
this healthful aid to beauty, which is also
specifically adopted to the cure of local dis
eases of the skin and the alienation of pain
arising from rheumatism and govt The
utility of Sulphur Baths is too generally
understood and appreciated to need COM
ment. They are extensive, however. Not
so Glenn's Sulphur Soap, which possesses
the same properties ia highly concentrat-
ed form, is sold at price which renders it
available by all, and obviates the necessity
OF seeking beyond ones own threshold the
remedial advantages of sulphur bathing.
Obstinate ulcerous sores scalds. bruises
and cuts are healed by it; and it is ex-
tremely efticacious in relieving the suffer
ing caused By sprains. 1t nullifes the
danger OF diseases produced by contact,
when used IS preventive, and disinfects
clothing and linen worn by persons troubled
with contagious maladies. Regarded
merely as an article of the toilet, it is far
preferable to ordinary soaps, on account of
its superior cleansing and emolient quail
ties,sand for bleaching fine articles OF nee
die work and white wooden. cotton and
linnen fabrics, it is unequalled. Its use is
sanctioned By the Medical fraternity, and
testimony OF the m9st nnimpeachable kind
proves itsmerits. No statements are put
forth 10 Its behalf which the facts will
notjustify. It is ia every respect worthy
of the rank which It holds among Ameri-
can proprietary remedies. Inexpensive,
convenient and reliable, it especially re-
|commends itself to the use of families in
which there are children who are liable
to contract, at school or elsewhere, diseas-
es of the skin. to which it Is the known
autidote. S
Sold by Druggists. Price 25c. per cake.
| Box ID cakesl 75e.. sent by mail, prepar-
ed. on receipt of price. ON. CRITTENToN,
Prop'r, Sixth Avenue, New York. 8
HmL's Ham AND WHIsKERssDYK, Black
or Brown, Soc.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Prompt Reform of Bodily Evils.

The prompt reform of those bodily evils,
enfeebIed digestion. incomplete assimila-
ton, inactivity of the liver, kidneys and
bladder, as well as of the nervous symp-
toms which these ailments are espe cially
prone to beget. is always accomplished by
the use of Hostetter's Stomach Btters, a
medicine accredited by physicians, pro-
nounced pure by analysis, and emiueDtly
wholesome and agreeable. Surely such a
restorative is preferable to unpalatable
and lndlRestible mineral drugs and INSANE
toned nostrums. The nation at large as
suredly thinks SO. judging by the unpre.
cedented demand for the article from
Maine to the Pacific, demand now sup.
plemented by immense orders for it receiy.
ed from tropical America, Mexico, the
British and Spanish Colonial possessions.
and elsewhere. Both at home and abroad
1t is recognized as a standard remedy and
preventive, the decisiysness of its effects
recommending it everywhere,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Unfortunate.

Weakness, lack of nerve power or
substance inherited or caused by early
imprudence, excuses. dissipation, mis-.
fortunate &c; causing premature
decline, night or daily losses, a general
breaking down, irratition, nervousness,
loss of power ofrapid recuperation,
dyspepsia, dependency, melancholy,
tendency to mania &c; This unfortn-
nate condition thoroughly and perma.
nently cured by Wells Health Renew
err" Acknowledged by all the greatest
medicine on earth. 1t produces O
complete restoration to full manly
power, giving to the aged or early
wrecked the vigor and bouyancy OF
youth, Sold by druggists at $l,0O on
sent by express on receipt of price.
Advice free, see circular with bottles.
Address g. S. Wells IS Barclay st. New
York.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Pozzoni's preparations ara standard
wherever introduced and 10 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 class it Is free from Injurious
ingredients and imparts a 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.
It is an excellent scalp invigorant and
thoroughly removes dandruff. These SUI
perior articles can be obtained of any drug
gist and will be found in all cases just as
represented. A trial will convince the
most skeptical of their merits.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Probate

The following entries have been made
upon the record of the Probate Court
since our last report:
Guardianship Of minor heirs of John D.
Anderson, deceased. Guardians report
filed and approved.
Estate of Nelson Wells, decreased. Sc
lection of personal property by widow
made, and order turning over same to her
made. Ordered that the balance Of per-
sonal property. being very small, be sold
at private sale
Guardianship of Paulina A. Mohr. Re
ceipt on file, bearing date Jan. 10, 1877, for
payment in full to ward. she having attain
ed her majority, but no order OF record
dlscbarging guardian. Ordered that
guardians account be closed and bis sure
ty DISCHARGED.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
sa- Thos, Dunn is at Goodrich, Canada.

BAThos, Dunn is at Goodrich, Canada.
99-Jas. Shaw and family will arrive
here Tomorrow morning.
s3Rey. Geo. 4. Lin6eld and bride are
expected home this week.
1@~Get your tickets for the Turner's
concert, to be given Wednesday evening.
D3rJohn B. Hawley will speak in Rock
Island Tomorrow evening, and Sam Carry
In Moline,
n6-McKinnie says be will not put his
greenback machine 10 operation in Moline
uatil the End, of November.
E5 Mrs. Connel, wife of John Connel. EN-
ployed at the G. r. |. & Pdepot, died last
Friday night otcopsumption and was buried
yesterday.
B|The creditors of j. W. s. Horne
have received notice to meet at the Office
of the commissioner in bankruptcy. at
Monmouth, Sept. oath, to consider his
proposition for settlement.
D0~ Dung, the kog killer. says he has
found the valuable bird dog which jumped
from the express car near Port Byron
junction last week. 1t belongs to the G..
Il. l. Il P. paymaster.
D0rA large party Of Molineites went to
Rock Island Saturday evening to inspect
the new opera house and returned highly
gratifed with what they saw. The house
is marvel Of beauty and elegance.
RdrReynolds, Salpaugh & Go. have en-
gagged between thirty and forty workmeD
10 Moline to go to Aurora to morrow to la
Dor on piece of railroad belonging to the
u. Is. Il .. r. r.. which they have the
| contract to construct. This will take some
OF the loafers off our streets and make
room for others in the places formerly oc-
cupied by those now leaving.
Harper's Opera House
After being highly entertained with mu-
sic and scenic exhibitions, onSaturday even
ing, the Moline people appointed com
mittee to draft resolutions embody.
ing their sentiments for theiI
generous and public spirited host. j. s.
Keator, G. s. Ellis, John NJ. Gould, Geo
q. Pingree, S. H. Veile and 3. o. Sleight
were the gentlemen composing the com.
mittee. and they drafted the following
which was unanimously and enthusiastic
ally adopted:
RESOLVED, That the thanks of the Moline
visitors present are due, and the same are
hereby rendered to the Hon. Ben Harper
for his courteous kindness in affording VI
an evening of unalloyed pleasure through
a visit to his magnificent Opera house
and that we cannot too highly commend
the public spirit which actuated and the
energy which carried TO completion, The
erection OF building for public entertain
ments, which is an honor TO its builder
and should be the pride and boast of every
|citizen OF hock Island.
Reso9ved, That our thanks are also dut
to the Sylvan Boat Club fo- their com
mendable promptness in seconding Mr.
Harper in his eudeavors to make the even
ing one of genuine eDj )yment, and to thu
i Abt Quartette for their very acceptable
aud excellent singing.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

DIAMoND.-The 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 DIAMoNT
Grade mark as there are worthless imita-
tions offered for sale. The genuine is
prepared only by DIR. A. f. EvoRY & Co.
90 Hall street, Brooklyn. P. U. Box
1862, New Work City. Sold by all Drug
sists, so cents a Bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

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 plaI
you therefore only pay for what you get
Everything is first class. and prices mod
crate, adapted to the strineeDcy 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, fifteer
minutes after the arrival Of the cars, free
of expense. We advise you to give the
Grand Union trial
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
NERVOUS DEBILITY,

Vital weakness or depression a
weak exhausted feeling, no energy or cour-
age; the result of mental over.Work,
Indescreficns 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, $1.00 per
single vial, or $500 per package of five viaIs
and $500 vial of powder. Sent by mail on
receipt of price. Address HUMPHREYS
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE COMPANY
100 FULTON STREET, NY.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Ihave subjected REEDS AROMATIC BIT
TIERS to chemical analysis, examined the
different substances from which it is man
ufactused, witnessed the process in its sue
eessive stages, end can truly say that the
process is the best possible, and that the
Bitters contain nothing deleterious &c
health. but only such substances as are
known to react favorably on the system.
K. H. CHITTENDEN, Instructor in Chem
istry, Yale College.
June oath. 1876.
GEO. ", NJ REED 4 Co. Sole Proprietors
New Haven. Conn.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Of the thousands who die annually of
consum ption, how many there are who
could be saved by timely care. The very
best remedy is SLOAN s LACTo PHOSPHATE
OF LINE, 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. mwi
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

The defeat of Hale, of Maine-the hol-
lowest aud noisest of New England dema-
gogues, will hardly be regretted even by
his republican associates 10 congress. 10
virtue of Blaine's friendship, he aspired
to something like the leadership of the re-
publican side Of the house, and his conceit
and assumption made him him a nuisance
that will &c cheerfully spared. - Chicago
Times.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

WAFFLEs. -Ooe quart sweet milk, three
small teaspoonfuls DooLEY's YEAST Pow
der. little salt, FIVE eggs, the yolks anG
whitesi beaten separately. small cup oil
melted butter, enough -four to make a moi
very stiff batter. Mix the Yeast Powder
with the -four while dry.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Illustrated Marriage Guide, 260 pages,
cloth and 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, 1878-09-16

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, 1878-09-16

This fall the democr attic party will be
crowned with victory from Maine to Cali.
foruia, and from the lakes clear down
through the solid south" to the gulf
No democrat should now think of giving
half vote to the republicans by voting
for any of the third party candidates
Monmouth ReUieso.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

The Rapid Growth in Popularity Of
MILK OF MAGNEsIA as a remedy for sour
stomach, heartburn, constipation, govt,
gravel aud urinary troubles, warrants the
belief that it will eventually supersede.
as it deserves to do. all other preparations
of Magnesia. Sold by all Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
River News.

The G. H. Wilson and Victory passed
down to-day.
The Alex Mitchell is due up to night.
The Dubuque is due down tomorrow.
The Josephine will be up tomorrow
morning,
Capt. G. w. Walton, of the North Yves.
tern, and crew, went down to-day on the
Wilson, their boat being laid up at La
| Crosse.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Horlick's food for infante is the best pre-
tentative Of summer sickness, gives uni
versal satisfaction, don't fail to try it, all
physicians endorse it get circular and
read the fatterinR but genuine testimonials
from them. See advertisement.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

FOR THE COMPLEXION.

Il recomm. nGed as necessary Accompaniment to
every ladys toilet.
1T imparts the natural smoothness and delicacy Of
] youth to the complexion; not alone obscuring
all blemishes, but giving tone and Vitality to tht
texture OF the skin. II cannot be classed among
ordinary Lily Whites or face powders, but il pre-
pared with view to meet the special wants of the
most refined and fastidious lady Nothing enters
into lie composition hut the most strictly pure in
gradients, and all OF q harmless nature. These pc
culfarities have insured for IL the patronage Of
ladies OF the highest social circles who for year,
have used II exclusively. II has done much to dis
sipate the prejudice against the use OF articles to
enhance female beauty.
IL If put up in handsome metal boxes, is deli
ciously perfumed, and rct4ils at 80 cent?
HENRY TETLOW,
Nos 1872 and 1874 Arch Street, e. PHILADELPHIA
For sale by john BENasToN. Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
The Weather--To-pay.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated hv thermometer;
7A.n. 700 above zero lsP.N 75e above zerC
eAM. 74!S P.N.S4o " -"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Masonic,

Regular convocation of Barrett chapter
No. lS. r, A. NJ. Tuesday evening Sept
II. Work 90 the NJ. NJ. Degree, By
Order OF the Fl. p.
SEwALL DODGE, Sec.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Judges Of Election.

The following judges of election for the
various voting precincts were appointed by
the supervisors on Saturday:
Rock Island: First Ward-A K PhilIeo,
w E Young, and A Wagner. Second
Ward-J r Johnston, John Aster and
David Bowen. Third Ward-B H Kim
bali, w Schroeder and Philip Lynch.
Fourth Ward-T A Babcock. Fl
Kerr and G w Skinner, Fifth Ward =
John Barge, NJ A Barnes and James
Blaisdell,
Moline: Precinct No ID D Long Fl D
Whipple, and 4 g White,
Hampton: Precinct No Is Devinney.
Dan McNeal and Joe Thomas Precinct
No 2-George Church, Ship Silvis and
Orrin Skinner.
Our new fall stock Of Carpets. Oil Cloths
and MuttIngs are beginning to arrive, and
we can show you some stunning styles in
the course of week
aug.6 MITCHELL & PARSONS.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Printing. Binding and Blank-Book work
specialties at The ARGUS OFFICE. No
pains will be spared to please customers.
Satisfaction guaranteed IF
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Tea for Sale.

$50 tons of clear Lake Ice. For further
particulars enquire of @. L. Lambert,
corner of lst avenue and 9th street
p q, box l04, Rock Island, Ills. 12-l0t
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

No impurities of the blood. no matter
how long in the system, can resist the
healing influences of DR.. Bulls Blood Mix
ture.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

In onr new line as Merchant Tailors we
are now prepared to show the nobbiest
style OF Fall suitings ever shown in Rock
Island. We guarantee all fits and at
prices that cannot be equalled.
aug.6 MITCHELL Il PARSONS.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

QUERY: "Why win men smoke com
mon tobacco, when they can buy Marourg
Bros. Seal of North Carolind at the
same priceP" l-leodly
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
CITY.

New goods just received and open Tor
inspection at Isaac Rothchilds Davenport,
Iowa,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Democrats. old-time democrats. if there
be any, who have any Idea Of throwing
away their votes on Haney, should stop
and reflect that vote given to Haney is
half vote given to Henderson.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Circuit Court.

Following is the record of business
transacted 10 the Circuit Court, on Satur-
day:
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Prof. Samuels.

Opticiau, at the Rock Island House, will
positively leave this city on Wednesday of
this week, and all those having weak eyes
will certainly do we'll to call early.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
Wanted q Sitnation

As housekeeper by an American lady 10 .
respectable family. References given il
desired. Adde'S
auR6-tf Mrs. JENNIE MINIoM s
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

The best reform in domestic life is with
out doubt the introduction of DIR. Bulls
Baby Syrup, Where il is known no more
laudanum is given 10 the Babies. It sells
for 25 cents,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

OYSTERS at Chapman's tonight, for
lunch. The Athletic club and friends are
respectfully invited.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

Ar,u ArTrI-FAT Is the great remedy Ior CORPUS
,o. 4, Is nIrelY vegetable and perfectly harmless
on me food IN the stomach, preventing It's con.
asston into nat Taken according 70 directions,
sIl Scnce q fat person from TO pounds week.
H. rscInR this remedy before the public as posi-.
, fre FOR obesity, we do SO knowing its ability 70
cure as attested by hundreds Of testimonials, OF
which the following from lady In Columbus Ohio,
"a sample: Gentlemen :-Your Antt-FAt was duly
received. took IL according TO directions and Il
reduced me I'VE pounds was 90 elated over the re-
suit that j Immediately sent 70 AcKERMANe drug
etore FOR the second bottlen Another, physician,
writing for a patient from Providence, r. J., says
"Four bottles have reduced her weight from l99
pounds 10 l92 pounds and there 10 general improve
ment in health.n gentleman writing from Bos-
tom SAYS: Without special change or attention 70
diet two bottles OF All1ns AntFat reduced me four
and one-quarter pounds.n The well-known Whole
sale Druggists, SIXTH, DOoLITTLE SMITH, OF Bos-
ton Mass, write follows: Adams Anti-Fat has
reduced a lady IN our city seven pounds In three
weeks.n gentleman In 81. Louis writes: "Allan's
Anti-Fat reduced me twelve pounds In three weeks,
and altogether have lost twenty-five pounds since
commencing Its use.n Messrs- POWELL PLIAPToN,
Wholesale Druggists, OF Buffalo, N. Y, write: "To
THE PRoPRIETORs or ALLAN'S ANTT-FAT: Genties
men,-The following report Is from the lady who used
Allans Anti-Eat ct (the Anti-Fat had the desired
eject reducing the fat from two TO i've pounds .
week until had lost twenty Ave pounds. hope
never 20 regain what have lost" Anti-Fat Is an
unexcelled blood-purther. II promotes digestion,
curing dyspepsia, and is also potent remedy for
rheumatism. Sold by druggists. Pamphlet on obes-
66TXNfC MEDICINE CO., PRoP'Rs, Buffalo, NIX.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16

OYSTERS at Chapman's tonight. for
lunch. The Athletic club and friends are
respectfully invited.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
STANDARD
Printing Machinery.

Send 10 GEORGE W. PRoUTY & CO.. Boston
Mass, for illustrated circular Of their Rotary
Printing Press. Size Of chase, dnside,) 6Hx10.
All modern improvements. Price, boxed, only $S5
and fully warranted.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-09-16
MOLINE.

ARGUS HHADoUARTHRs 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 lie transacted by o. j. Beardslee. Buei-
ness notices should be handed In by noon to en-
sure publication the same day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-06-11

Royal Palace, where apartments we're reserved
for him.
The Shah Of Persia has arrived at Pars, and
yesterday visited the Exhibition.
The Uoited States consul at Canton, China
reports that terrible tornado passed over that
city on the 18th of April, causing great de.
struction Of life and property. 1t came from
the sea in the shape Of water spout, passing
through the crowded part of the city. The
track LETT by the tornado was GOO feet widc.-
Many houses were destroyed in tho foreign set
Element, but no lives were lost. 10 the native
city 10000 persons were killed. 1t required
several weeks to remove the dead bodies from
the narrow streets. The weather was very ho,
and the decomposiog bodies caused many to
fear the outbreak Of a pestilence.
LONDON, June ll.-Ihe London correspond.
cnt of the Manchester Guardian telcgraphs that
statemet il current at the clubs and in high
political circles that the dissolution OF Parlia
ment will shortly be announced, and that the
report finds such general acceptance that scvc.
raj members have gone to lock alter their con.
situcucics The Daily News 10 leading
editorial makes reference 10 the prevailing
belief in the early dissolution Of Parliament.
ST. PETERSBURG, juno Ia bulletin dated
yesterday morning reports the condition Of the
Empress as follows The fever has decreased
and the plural inflammation has not been aug
mcnted. The patients CONDITION during the
night was less disturbed but she is weaker
There will be solemn service Of prayer at ST..
isaac's Cathedral 10 day fer The recovery Ct the
Empress.