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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Tired Of Life.

The body of the man found in the river
at the foot of Ripley street, Davenport,
yesterday afternoon, proved to be that of
Frederick Winters, a new conner 10 that
city and a brother of Winters, proprietor
of the corn mill at the foot of Harrison
street He bad evidently done the deed
with some deIiberation. His clothes, ex-
cept shirt, pants and socks, which he had
on, were found lying upon sand barge
tied up to the shore. The body was
taken out of the water, and placed upon
the steamer St. Croix where an inquest
was held. The evidence before the coro-
ner developed the fact that the deceased
was native of Hanover, where he has six
children and wife; that he was sent to this
country by his relatives 10 the hope that
he would overcome his terrible appetite
for drink. He had been drinking since mis-
arrival in Davenport, which was only last
Wednesday, and probably took his life
while drunk. He was a man of much in
telligence. and honest. He became hope
less oyer his troubles and homesick and
ended all by jumping in the river.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Som shody's Child.

Somebody's child is dying-dying with
the flush of hope on his young
face and an indescribable yearning
to live and take an honored place 10 the
world beside the companions of his youth.
And somebody's mother is thinking of
of the time when that dear face will be
hidden where no ray of hope can brighten
it-when her heart and home will be left
desolate-because there was no cure for
consumption. Reader, if the child be your
neighbours take this comforting word to
the mothers heart before it Is too late.
Tell her that consumption is durable, that
men are living to-day, aged, robust men,
whom the physicians pronounced incurabIe
at the age of twenty five, because one lana
had been almost destroyed by the disease.
DIR. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery is
a most efficient alternative for separating
the scrofulous matter from the blood and
lungs, and imparting strength to the sys-
tenn. 1t has cured hundreds of consump-
tiyes.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
DIR. HUNTER.

The special treatment of Disease of the
Organs of Respiration embracing the
Head, Throat, and Lungs, has been prac-
ticed by DR.. ROBERT HUNTER for nearly
thirty years. His system consists of the
inhalation of remedies directly into the
Lungs and Air-passes, combined with
such tonic and Alternative treatment as the
complications of the case may require, and
is unquestionably the most thorough course
of Local and Constitutional medication ever
applied to the cure of these diseases. It's
success is attested by thousands. His Office
is at 103 State street--oor. of Washington
Chicago, where he can be seen or ad-
dressed.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
a Wonderful Discovery.

For the speedy cure of Consumption and
all diseases that lead to it, such as stub
born Coughs. neglected Colds. Bronchitis,
Hay Fever, Asthma, pain in the side and
chest, dry hacking cough, tickling IN the
throat, Hoarseness, Soar Throat and all
chronic or lingering diseases of the throat
and lungs, DR.. KINGS New DISCOVERY
has no equal and has established for itself
world wide reputation. Many leading
physicians recommend and use it in their
practice. The formula from which it is
prepared is highly recommended by all
medical journals The clergy and the
press have complimented it in the most
glowing terms. Go to your druggist and
get trial bottle free Of cost or a regular
size for $l.00. For sale by G. Speidel,
Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Camilla Urso.

Tonight and tomorrow night the cele-
brated Camilla Urso troupe appears at the
Burts Opera House. in choice selection
of their most popular pieces. The fame
of Mile. Camilla Urso, is world wide as
the finest female violinst on the stage.
She is ably assisted by corps of vocal
artists, who stand at the head of the pro-
fession, each one a soloist. The concert
tomorrow Sunday evening will be sacred
music, and as the opportunity of hearing
such distinguished talent 10 one con. bina-
ton does not often occur, the present one
will no doubt be embraced by all music
loving people. Arrangements have been
made with the ferry boat to carry passen
gers to and from the concert Oh both even
iDgs, and will certainly make the trip. Re-
served seats at Champions book store.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
RAILROAD MATTERS.
The Grand Trunk Lines.

New York, May "A joint executive
committee of the trunk lines and western
roads to-day discussed the subject OF uni
form rates on live stock shipments and 1t
was agreed that all trunk line companies
are to maintain their respective PROPOSE
ton of tariff rates on cattle based on 90
cents from Chicago, as soon as division
traffic shall be agreed upon. In the dis
cussion which took place, it was insisted
that it was impossible to secure mainte-
nance of rates until there was adjustment
of allotments of freights As all traffic
reports were not 10, it was decided TO post
pone the settlement of the question until
Thursday, at Cleveland Representatives
of the western roads asked for a readjust-
ment of east bound freights, and commit
tee of general freight agents were appoint
ed to meet in Chicago May 2lst. to con-
slider the subject. Letters were received
from Charles Francis Adams, David A,
Wells, and John A. Wright, accepting
the position of arbitrary committee in all
questions of dispute. In the absence Of
the Trunk Line managers the vote on the
confirmation was postponed until the
Cleveland meeting. There was interchange
of opinion on the claim of the Wabash
company for mileage rate to St. Louis,
based on the schedule rates to Chicago. 1t
is understood the roads represented at the
meeting favored the proposed reduction
with the exception of the New York Central,
The decision OF the company was not ex-
pressed, and it was said to be probable
that favorable reply would be received
from President Vanderbilt.
Commissioner Fink, of the trunk lines,
having ordered the Chicago railroads to
charge full rates on business through to
Mississippi river points, and the roads
having refused, because, they claim,
that would give all the business to St
Louis, the commissioner summoned a
meeting of the trunk line pool managers
and with them decided that his orders
must be complied with, or business would
be diverted from Chicago. The Chicago
roads are firm in their determination and {
sharp war is likely to result.
THE PENNSYLVANIA.
/ PHILADELPHIA. May 2.-The board 0
directors of the Pennsylvania railroad com
pany to-day declared a dividend of 2 pc
cent
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
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, general
breaking down, irratition, nervousness,
loss of power ofrapid recuperation,
dyspepsia, dependency. melancholy.
tendency to mania &c; This unfortu-
nate condition thoroughly and perma-
nently cured by Wells Health Renew
err" Acknowledged by all the greatest
medicine medicine on earth. It produces n,.9S a
power, giving to the aged or early
wrecked the vigor and bouyancy of
youth, Sold by druggists at $1,O6 or
sent by express on receipt of price.
Advice free, see circular with bottles.
Address E. S. Wells So Barclay st. New
York.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Unnatural DISTINCTIONS.

Certain fundamental laws of nature are deman-
ded by the human organism. As life requires con-
slant and regular action, there is necessarily con-
tinual wearing out of material and q correspond
ing accumulation OF efete matter, which must be
thrown off through the different channels of the
system. This is absolutely necessary to q health
full action of the human machine; but should these
channels Of egress become obstructed, or blocked
up, disease and suffering would be the legitimate
result. Nearly all females, married or single, at
stated times suffer from these distractions leading
to headache leucorrhpa loss of appetite hystcria,
prolapsus, loss Of color, prostration emaciation,
etc. There is one remedy whichfwill cure this
condition of female life known as English Female
Bitters, the grand triumph female regulator.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Medford Rum.

Thousands attest the superior quality of
Odd Medford Rum" acknowledged the
finest manufactured. This excellent tonic
is known the world over as the purest rum
in the market aud where once used never
fails to take precedence over all other
RUNS. 1t is manufactured by D. Law
renee & Sons, Boston. Mass, and sold by
them at wholesale only. Trade supplied
on short notice. Every first class bar
should have pure "Old Medford" on hand.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

Says Mr.. Devines: Il depend chiefly
for cures upon the active, diffusive. life
giving principle 10 my Compound Pitch
Lozenge, which causes it to act beneficial
" on every part of the system, and makes
strength aud vigor take the place of weak
ness and debility" And it does it sue
cessfuIly in most every case. Try it rea-
der. Call for it where you trade. For
sale BY John Bengston.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Religious.

Central Presbyterian Church, The
pastor, Rev. Dr. Westwood. will preach at
l0:40, subject The Living Epistles, and
at 1880 on the fifth sermon to- young men,
on THE Influence of Association. ALI cor
daily invited.
Elder Swartz will exchange pulpits with
Elder VIM. M. Roe, of Davenport, to NOR
row. Mr.. Roe will preach at Christian
Chapel at 10:45 a. N, upon Greed Of
Christianity; at 1880 .. N. on what is
Man" All are cordially invited
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Personal.

Elk Aid. Dan DAILY, has returned from
his southern trip.
o. j. Dimick returned from Chicago
this morning, where he has made trade
for handsome residence property. The
probabilities are that he.will move to Chi
cago, provided he can sell his residence
here, which is advertised for sale 50 this
manor
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
q Midnight Foe.

During the ''wee sma" hours, when all are
foe, nnperceived and unsupported, quietly enters
the private sanctuary. attacks the inmates and
pours its poisoned masm into the blood, which
nervates the stomach, and severe chill is the
result. This deadly foe must be disarmed, its de-
vastating influences must be counteracted, its
effects must be overcome; the stomach must lbe
cleansed and toned, the liver unlocked and the
bowels moved. Do this and chill and fever can
not exist, and we know of but one combination
that win accomplish all these results at the same
time and that article is Days Ague Tonic, which
never fails to cure
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Perfection in Cooking,

The nearest approach to perfection in
articles designed for Kitchen use is that of
DOoLEY's YEAST POWDER. With very
little experience the housewife or cook is
always sure of delicious biscuits. rolls,
bread, cpke, etc, every time.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

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
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

The competition shoot between the first
and second platoons of the Rodman Rifles
began to-day. TIE second platoon was
differed by Lieut.. Kimball and the first
by Lieut.. Bowman. Some good shooting
was done, though as a rule it was far be.
low the usual average of the company
The match was not concluded at time fol
going to press, but at that hour the seconc
platoon is ahead
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Sick Headache.

Two doses of Bailey's Saline Aperient will cure
the headaches One dose will cure sour stomach or
heartburn. A few doses will cure habitHal consti-
patton. 1t will relieve the dyspeptic, 1t will cool
and quiet the stomach II viii open the pores of the
skin quiet the nervous, act without pain or nausea
and as apurgative lie far preferable to pills. II
fails, and is especially adapted to the ladies,
who wish pleasant medicine.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
2ailroad Sale.

By the sale Of the Chicago & Pacific
railroad to john l. Blair, of New Jersey,
which road extends from Chicago TO Byron,
in Ogle county, distance of So miles, to-
gether with the right to construct a road
to Savanna, and the determination of the
purchaser to build the road to Lanark, a
new route is opened to Chicago over the
Western Union road The distance to be
com pleted from Byron to Lanark is only 80
miles. Five miles from Lanark, at For
reston, it will cross the Illinois Central.
When completed, the Chicago & Pacific
will have almost on air line over the w est
ern Union to Cedar Rapids, and a good
line to Rock Island and Davenport, while
it will also shorten the distance between
the Iowa division Of the Illinois Central
and Chicago.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
VEGETINE
Purifies the Blood and Gives
y Strength.
DU QuoIN, Ill, Jan. 81, 1878.

E DU QuoIN, ILL.,, JAN Il, 1875
Mr. II STEVENS:
Dear Sir,-Your "Vegetine" has been doing
wonders for me. Have been having the Chils ana
Fever, contacted in the swamps OF the South,
nothing giving me relief until began the use oil
your Vegetine, 1t giving me immediate relief, to-
ming MP my system, purifying my blood, giving
strength; whereas all other medicines weakened
me- and Allied my system with poison; and am
satisfied that IL families that live in the ague dis
tricts of the South and West would take Vegetine
two or three times a week, they would not be
troubled with the "Chils" or the malignant Fe-
vers that prevail at certain times Of the year, save
doctors bills, and live to good old age:
Respectfully yours, MITCHELL,
Agent Henderson's Looms, St Louis, Mo.
ALL DISEASES OF THE BLOOD. II VEGETINE will
relieve pain cleanse, purify, and cure such disea-
ses restoring the patient to perfect health, after
trying different physicians, many remedies, suffer
ing for years, is it not conclusive proof Il you are
a sufferer, you can be cured? Why is this medl
cine performing such great cures? 1t works in the
blood, in the circulating fluid It can truly be
called the Great Blood Purifier. The great source
OF disease originates in the blood; and no madi
cine that does not act directly upon 1t, to purify
and renovate, has any just claim upon public at
tentiod
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
RuckIen.s Arnica salve.

The BEST sALvE in the world for Cute,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Tet-
ter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains, Corns,
and all kinds of Skin Eruptions. This
salve is guaranteed to give perfect salts
faction in every case, or money refunded.
Price rs Cents per box. For sale by G.
SPEIDEL, Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Cundurango.

This popular remedy for all bilious COM
plants is growing very popular as fami-
ly medicine. One dose is more effective
than all the pills and blue mass you can
take. 1t operates directly upon the liver
and leaves no deletrious effects. Every
family should keep bottle of Mcguire s
Cundurango in the house.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

I.lust., ascd Marriage Guide, eco pages, Gle N
and gilt binding, % cents; same in paper
covers, % cts. Manhood, 10 cents; Woman
hood, 10 cents; Pamphlet, cents-securely
sealed, by mail. Send money or postage
stamps. DR.. WHITTIER, the great specialist.
6l7 St. Charles Street, St. Louis, Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

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. diff
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

The bankrupt stock OF boots and shoes
at Mitchell & Parsons, is going off at
lively rate, and we should not think that
the stock would hold out over thirty days
longer. Call early. if you wish to secure
a good fit. Remenber it is the Kelley q
Retticker stock, and is first class every,
wav diff
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

Nausea, headache, furred tongue, Bit
ter mouth and bad breath in the morning,
are all dismissed by Milk of Magnesia, q
remedy Endorsed by the family. The ner-
vous sensations produced by indigestion
are always couqured by it. Druggists sell
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Tor Sale,

| will offer for thirty days my beautiful
residence aud p acres or eight acres, as
they may choose, at very low price and
on long time with per cent. 1t has all
modern improvements, fine Italian marble
NANTES, is o complete home.
3dlw D. j. DIdICK.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
PONDS EXTRACT 1 4s E ssF fs 15 mar

r. f this, many viii vouch, the halt and the lame
None other is true, better let them alone,
Non't ever allow them place in your home,
ICound advice you should ever respect,
E Exhaustion and anguish which 60 with disease,
Xerodical sores which deprive you of ease,
Throat Affections, catarrh or veryssore eyes,
rheumatic pains, and the piles, or poison from
II flies:
II are cured by the Extract. with wonderful skill
Commended by thousands beyond dose.or pill,
This showing should make.you respect
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
A CARD.

To all who are suffering from the errors and IN
discretlons Of youth nervous weakness early decay
loss Of manhood, &C., will send recipe that will
cure you, FREE OF CHARGE. This great remedy
was discovered by missionary in South America
Send a self addressed envelope 10 the REV. JOSIAH
T. INxAE. Station D, New York.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
WASHINGTON LETTER.

The veto..Caucus Echoes, not Loud
but Deep--Will the Majority cohere
or split2.-There are, in all Four
wavs--Five Democratic Senators
Disposed to Eetreat--The Whole
Matrer Referred TO the Joint Com
mittee.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
THE GREAT LIVER COR
RECTOR, BLOOD PURI-
FIER AND TONIC.

The BEST REMEDY in the World for. Biliousness
or Liver Complaint.
twill CURE Dyspepsia when all other remedies
fail.
It CURES Constipation by acting upon the Liver
and producing flow o. bile, which is natures own
cathartc.
1t will RELIEVE and CURE Rheumatism in less
time than any other known remedy.
1t certain specific for AGUE or CHILLs,
many cases have been cured by single dose taken
during the tune of the chill.
1t is the best BLOOD PURIFIER in use, thor
oughly cleansing the system of ali impurities,
whether OF clofulous or other origin.
1t lie especially adapted for females removing
pimples and sallowness from the skin, and produc-
ing beautiful, clear complexion
1t is the best remedy tor all diseases of the Kid
neys and Urinary Organs.
tits composed OF DandeliOn in combination with
other roots, barks and herbs, and contains no Qui.
nine, Aloes. Arsenic, Mercury, nor any mineral
substance whatever.
1t is entirely harmless and pleasant to take,
1t costs you nothing II 1t does not perform all
that Is claimed for 1t, every bottle is warranted
TO give satisfaction, or money will be refunded.
The following testimonials speak for themselves
INDIANAPOLIS, July 8, 1876
DIR. A. x. White--Dear Sir: can heartily recon-
mend your Dandclion Alternative having suffered for
years from diseases Of the liver and kidneys and at
times the pain in my back and the region of
the Kidneys was almost unbearable A few doses
OF your medicine entirely relieved me, and be-
lieve that by continuing las short time, shall
De permanently cured. 1t Is pleasant to take, and
Its effects are also decidedly pleasant Yours r.
specially.
J.H. JUNKIN.
CHEBOY6AN, Mich, March 81, 1877
DR.. AR. White-Dear Sir: Mr.. Farr, druggist
OF this place, recommended me to your Dande-
lion Alternative for Liver Complaint and COnstpa-
uon, but having used much medicine and OBJ
tanned no relief, would not try it, He told me
that II ltdld not operate as represented he would
refund the money. With this understanding /
took bottle, and 1t has done me more good than
all the doctors prescriptions and other medicines
that have ever taken.
Very respectfully GEO. ROBINSON.
LINN, IND, April H. 1871
Dr. A. u. White-Dear Sir: have bought three
bottles OF your Dandelon Alternative for Imy wife,
ana II has done her more good than anything she
mas ever taken before. l can cheerfully recon-
mend II to all who suffer from Liver trouble
1ours truly, WIN. BOON.
INDIANAPOLIS, Jnne 30, 1877.
DR.; A. X. White-Dear Sir: Some time ago was
attacked with Ch1lls, and after using various
oles, including quinine, without relief, finally
gave your DandeliOn trial a few doses of which
entirely cured me, aud have not had Chill since
now keep II on hand aall the time using 1t for
b'liousness, and find IT. the best remedy have ever
used.
Yours truly, OSCAR P. HOOVER.
PREPARED BY
Or. A. r. WHITE & CO.,
1S2 W. Washington St, INDIANAPOLIS, IND.
eB Sold and warranted by all Druggists in Rock
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

Baby shows are the rage everywhere
and we understand the universal remedy
used to keep the little ones quiet is DR.
Bulls Baby Syrup. 1t contains no opiate
Price 25 cents
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
VEGKTINE.
Has Entirely Cured Me of Vertigo

CAIRO, Ill, Jan. %, 1873.
Mr. Il STEVENS:
Dear Sir,-I have used several bottles of "Vege-
etine;" Ii has entirely cured me of Vertigo have
also used 1t for kidney Complaint. would rec
ommend 1t as a good blood purified.
N. YOCUM
PAIN AND DISEASE Can we expect to enjoy good
health when bad or corrupt humors circulate with
the blood, causing pain and disease; and these 9u
mors, being deposited through the entire body,
produce pimples, eruptions, ulcers indigestion,
costveness, headache, neuralgia, rheumatls N, ana
numerous tother complsintsl Remove the cause
by taking Vegetine, the most reliable remedy Tor
cleansing and purifying the blood.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

All who have used NATIONAL YEAST
say it is the best, and always reliable. If
you have never used il, give it trial.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

You can subdue all choleric diseases by
the use of Reeds Gilt Edge Tonic. @.
Tegeler & Co., wholesale agents, Rock ISL
and.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

Silk Hose, Lisle Hose, aud the finest
and best stock of fancy Hose in the two
cities, is to be found at
MITCHELL & PARSONS.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
Pozzoni's Medicated Complexion Pow

For infants toilet it is an indispensable
article, healing all excavations Immediate
ly. Mothers should use it freely on the
little ones. 1t is perfectly harmless. For
sale by druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03

Silk Sacks. CamgaTn Sacks. Shawls
Dress Silks, Foulard Silks. Buntipgs, Suit.
ings, Percales, Prints, Laions and lots Of
other goods partly opened at
MITCHELL & PARSONS.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-05-03
CITY

For Lace Braids, Thread and Patterns,
call on Miss Platt, opposite Episcopal
Church. 4dtf.