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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
Last Nights Dispatches.
YELLOW FEVER

MEMPHIS, Aug. .8,-Twenty two cases
in all, white and IA colored were report
ed to the Board of Health to-day. Three
additional deaths have occurred, Martin
OLeary, Ben Avent and Jack Maeklip,
the two last being colored. Major w. w.
Guy, prominent merchant of this city
and New Orleans, and late member of
the Board of Police and Fire commission
ers, was Frustrated with the fever yester-
day at noon but symptoms did not fully
develop until late this evening. His at
tending physician, DR.. W. E. Rogers, says
he has severe case. Major Guy is sick
at j. r. Miller's residence, a mile distant
from the city, on Popular street boulevard.
Hon. John johnson, Superintendent of
the quarantine, and D. I. Potter, chief
executibe of the city, to-day issued the
following:
To Inspecting Officers and Police Officers
on duty at Memphis:
You are hereby instructed not to permit
any person or persons to be landed from
any boat or other water craft at this port
who have not had the yellow fever, and 10
addition cannot give satisfactory assuran-
ces that they are able to provide for them
selves. These restrictions also apply to
all railroads leading into the city.
The Howard Association to-day placed
thirty additional nurses on duty The
weather is very chilly and damp, unfavor-
able alike to sick and well. There is nc
change 10 the condition of Ed Moon and
Miles Owen. j. NJ. Tighe is very low.
Mrs. Athey is convslesing. Mail from
the east arrived tonight.
NASHVILLE, Aug. 8. -President Plum
kett of the State Board of Health, received
dispatch from John johnson, Superin
tendent of quarantine at Memphis, an.
nouncing that the local board of Memphis
would Tomorrow declare the fever cpl
demic and warn all absentees against re-
turning to the city.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
ILLINOIS.

CHICAGO, Aug. 8.-Some two weeks ago
the Anglo American Packing aud Provi-
sion Company asked the Collector of this
port for rebate of duty on salt imported
by them, which amounts from 10000 to
10000 pounds per annum. and which they
Immediately send out oil the country again
packed in beef. Collector Smith referred
the matter to the Treasury department
and to-day received decision refusing to
admit rebate, as the department can fnd
no section of the law allowing it. 1t is
understood another effort win be made to
obtain favorable decision.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

There is no doubt in our mind, after pc
rusing the testimonials, and Investigating
the merits of PUTNAM's hot forged and
hammer pointed horse shoe nails, which
are guaranteed not to split and silver in
driving, that they are superior to others,
consequently are indispensable in every
blacksmith's forge throughout the length
aud breadth of the land Owners of horses
should insist upon having them used in
shoeing in preference to cold rolled iron
cut mails, which lame horses The Put
nam nail is the cheapest and best horse
shoe nail. and you get from 450 to 500
nails more in a box than Of any other
m axe
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
RHODE IsLAUD.

PROVIDENCE, Aug. Some sensation
is caused about the Narragansett pier by
the reports of the occurrence last evening
at the summer residence of ex-senator
Sprague. 1t appears Sprague returning
home under extreme excitement ordered
the German teacher of his children from
the house, and it is said even attempted
to shoot him. Senator Conkiing, who had
stopped at the house on some legal bust
ness, attempted with other persoas but
failed to soothe Spraeue's feelings until
the German gentleman had retired. One
result of the disturbance is the removal of
the family Of Sprague to q neighboring
hotel.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
GOOD FoR BABIES.

We are pleased to say that our baby
was permanently cured of serious pro-
tracted irregularity of the bowels by the
use of Hop Bitters by it's mother, which
at the same time restored her to perfect
health and strength. The Parents, Uni
versity ave., Rochester, N. Y. Sec
another column.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Macalister Cough Mixture now being
generally introduced through the western
country is meeting with a good sale and is
giving better satisfaction than any other
remedy in the market.
1t is boon to sufferers from Consump-
ton, Asthma, Bronchitis Sc, and single
teaspoonful taken in time will prevent a
fresh cold" troN developing into some
thing worse.
1t is also valuable remedy for whoop-
ing-cough and groups in children. Fol
sale 10 Rock Island by John Bengston
Druggist I'd
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
YELLOW FEVER.

MEMPHIS, Aug. 9-Up to noon to day
fifteen cases, ten white and FIVE coored
have been reported to the board of health
Among the number is Mrs. NJ A. Taylor
aud daughter and Rev. J. H. Ridley, col
ored.
Three deaths have occurred since las
night, Absa on Boyd, Mrs Francis Getz
and Lizzie Getzel
The weather continues cool,
This morning at day light the thermom
eter dropped to Ga and is now II.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

The cordial reception that DR.. F. Will
hoft's Anti-Perlodic or Fever and Ague
Tonic has received at the hands of the
medical profession in Louisiana certainly
proves that it is an excellent remedy, and
that the composition of it, as published by
its proprietors. Wheelock, Fiulay & Co.,
of New Orleans, is Endorsed by them.
Against Chills and Fever, Dumb ChiIls
and enlarged spleen there is no better
remedy in the world. For sale by all drug
gists
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
CANADA

MONTREAL, Aug S.-The excitement
over bank failures is increasing as the
people come to hear OF new susnensions
At the Villa Marie bank, before the hour
Of commencing business this morning. an
immense crowd of bill holders and deposi-
tors had collected, and when the doors
were thrown open rush was made for
the paying teller and gold demanded,
After a few moments conference, the
officials deemed it wisest to suspend The
directors assert that the bank is able to
pay all liabilities within reasonable time
and have considerable amount OF capital
for shareholders The capital stock is
$1,000,000 nearly all paid up. It has
100000 bills in circulation and 100000
on deposit; 100000 of this sum requir-
ing notice for payment. 1t is asserted on
good authority that they have converted
securities to the extent of two millions and
have that amount in Bank of Montreal
bills in the bank. There is also talk that
gentlemen OF the Seminary of St. Ulphic
have rendered assistance.
The Hochelaga bank being a small
affair with only circulation of $40, 700
occasions very little uneasinesa whether il
suecumbS or not. a report was il circu
latiou that the Banque De St. Jean, o
St. John, Quebec, was in trouble, but the
directors OF that institution say it is al
right. Its doors are open and business is
going on as usual.
THREATENED BY THE NATIVES
QUEBEC, Aug. S.-Labor troubles hav'
assumed the appearance of war of tn
races. Last night prominent Englist
speaking people in ST Roche and on tn
Little river road were threatened by th
French Canadians and to-day asked pro
lection from the civil authorities.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
is. Saturday, August 9. 1879.
SPORTING.

BUFFALO, Aug S.-The horse Chance,
which had lost two heats yesterday, won
the concluding three to-day, his driver
Thomas Turner, being warned that sum-
mary treatment would follow anything but
fair driving.
The following is the summary of the
2:25 class: Brigadier won. Chestnut Hill.
second; Iron Age, third; time, 2:24, 2:23a
2:253, 2:264. There was purse of SIS 600
for PAGERS, open to trotters, but only four
PAGERS appeared
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Butter in July and August is always
much higher 10 color than in June, but
the best dairymen everywhere keep the
even standard of color throughout the
year by using Wells, Richardson & Co.'S
Perfected Butter Color. 1t is pure and
harmless as salt and gives the rich golden
color of the dandeion blossom. Druggists
sell IL
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
SPORTING.

SARATOGA, Aug. 9.-Lady Middleton
won easily the three-qusrter mile dash
Mary Ann, second; Jennie B, third,
Time, 1:l74
The mile and one-eighth dash was won
by Bramble IL 1853. Gabriel, second
Dan Sparling, third
The dash of one and three-fourth miles
was won by Danichieff in 3:07; Franklin
second; Bonnie Wood, third.
The hurdle race of one and 0nefourth
miles, was won by Disturbance. Moon
stone, second; Raven, third. Time, 2:254
Derby, the favorite. threw bis jockey al
the third hurdle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
LOUISIANA.

New ORLEANS. Aug. 9.-Anatole Bos-
que. desperado, shot and killed Captain
Joseph Boyle, of the steamer Heroine, at
Vaudeville, last night. Boyle, after being
MORALLY wounded shot BOsque twice
wounding him in the neck and shoulder,
Bosque declared yesterday he would kill
BOYLE,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
OHIO.

COLUMBUS, Aug. 8.-The Republican
State Central Committee decided tonight
to open the campaign on August goth.
Secretary Carl Schurz will speak at Gin
cinnati, August Goth; at Columbus, August
2st: at Toledo, August 22d,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
MONTANA.

FORT PECK, Mon, Aug. 9.-General
Miles has arrived. having driven the hos
tiles into Canada, and captured all the
half breeds between this point and Wood
MOUNTAIN He has divided bis force into
two bodies for the purpose of watching
the border. The scouts all agree that
Miles command is entirely inadequate
tor the brush with the savages who are
massed, and well armed. Major Walsh
visited General Miles bringing Long Dog,
a renegade blood thirsty chief, who pro-
tested that his warriors should not again
cross the|line TO hunt without permission.
Il isirumored that the Canadian authorities
intend to apply for permission for deserv-
ing Indians to hunt on this side.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
A MonopoIy Broken.

For years the manufacture of remedies
for diseases peculiar to the female sex has
been confined to few persons who, deem
ing the misfortunes of others fitting ex-
cuse to charge exorbitant prices for their
preparations have compelled the sufferers
to meet the demands, but now we are hap
ply to say we see the beginning of the end,
as the HANIMELL & LEWIS PROPRIETARY
Co., of Chicago, are introducing OUR
LADIES FRIEND. tor the instant relief
and cure of painful, delayed, or suppress
ed menstruation, 1t never fails. For
For Strengthening the reproductive organs
OF expectant mothers, it is very essential.
1t is a valuable assistant to the maiden
who is passing from childhood to woman
hood. aud for tie elderly lady, who is pass
ing that Rubicon-the change of liie,-it
renders needed aid.
Price only FIFTY CENTS per bottle. For
sale by all Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
NEW BRUNSWICK

ST. JOHN, Aug. 9.-The departure Of
the governor general and Princes Louise
for Fredericton to day. was the occasion
OF very hearty demonstration on the part
of the populace.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
CundurauQo,

No use of having the chills, 20 use of
headache, or any of the ills that come from
a disordered or inactive liver. One bot
tie OF this old and reliable family remedy
will cure the most stubborn case-will
relieve the system aud make you feel like
new person. Try it and be satisfied.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
OHIO
Congressional Investigation.

ClNsINNATI, Aug. 9 In the cOngression-
aliuvestigation to-day Thos Shay testified.
The body of the Harris affidavit is in my
writing. IT never saw him before | took the
affidavit.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Nausea. headache, furred tongue, bit
ter mouth and bad breath IN the morning,
are all dismissed by Milk of Magnesia, a
remedy Endorsed By tie family. The ner-
vous sensations produced by indigestion
are always conqured by it. Druggistsssell
-.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
Kew YORK

SARATOGA, Aug. 9.-Major William
w. Leland formerly one of the proprie-
tors of the Grand Union hotel, died to-
day, He was on General Grant s. staff
early in the war.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
WASHINGTON

WASHINGTON, Aug. 9.-Thc Canadian
half>breeds arrested by Gen Miles Cd a
charge of selling liquor and ammunition to
the Indians this side Of the line, have been
allowed to return TO Canada.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
Chicago Market.

CHICAGO. August9
Wheat-Firm and higher; No 2 red 93A spring
$40 cash and Aug; IS bid Sept; S52s Oct.
Corn-Firmer; 1914 bid cash 335S Aug; 341a bid
Sept.
6ats-weak and easier; 1914 cash: a35s Aug.
Rye-49H.
Barley-Nominal.
Pork-Firm and higher; 8 20 cash and Sept; %
Oct.
Layd-strong and higher; 8 4o cash; 40 bid
Sept; as Oct
Whisky-1 o.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Time, 2:163, 2:l63. 2:l54, 2:l7.
New York, Aug. 8.-The billiard pool
match between Knight, champion and
Lon Morris, Jr., of Boston, was won by
the latter, 81 games to 10.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
Weather Probabilities.

WASHINGTON, Aug. Qualifications for
upper lake region upper Mississippi and
lower Missouri valleys; clear or fair wealth
er slowly rising temperature, winds shift
ing to sou.herIy aud easterly with station
airy or slowly falling baromenter.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
An Honest Medicine Free of Charge.

An Honest Medicine Free of Charge.
Of all medicines advertised to cure any
affection of the Throat, Chest and Lungs,
we know of none we can recommend so
highly as DR.. KINGS New DISCOVERY
for Consumption, Coughs, Colds, Asthma,
Bronchitis, Hay Fever, Hoarseness, tick
ling in the throat, loss of voice, etc. This
medicine does positively cure, and that
where everything else has failed. No
medicine can show one-half so many posi-
tive and permanent cures as have already
been effected by this truly wonderful
remedy. For Asthma and bronchitis it
is perfect specific, curing the very worst
cases 10 the shortest time possible. We
say by all means give it trial. Trial bot
tie free, Regular size $l.00 For sale by
G. Speidel, Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
mAssAcHusErTE.

BOSTON, Aug. 9-The Abbot demo
Gratis refuse to unite with the Butler dem
ocrats in calling state convention,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
New York Market.

AZ y ~ - Va "A EN4 S82 N 70
NEW YORK. ADJUST o.
FINANCIAL.
Gold / 90
Money-303h
Governments-Steady
o. s. Bonds 6P cent s9's 1881. ....1041:
U. 3. 10.4Us--.-- 101st
new 5e Observation-Disclosures. 800. .1C29t
COMMERCIAL.
Wheat-Spring steady; winter firm and quiet
No red Oct %.
Rye-Quiet and firm; 606563.
Corn--Shade easier; quiet and unchanged.
Barley Dull and DomiDal.
Oats-Firm; mixed western 33H 935.
Pork Steady and unchanged.
Butter-Unchanged,
Whisky-l or
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Hogs-Receipts 5000; light grades scarce and
firm; about sc better; selling at 1898 So; heavy
grades selling slowly at 3 2593 so for shipping;
OO013 % for packing.
Catte-Firm; receipts zoo; good TO choice ma
tive shipping 3 9004 30; mediuw 3 4503 so; butch
ers' Is "a 90.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Lithontriptic is the name given medi-
cine possessing superior qualities for the
cure of all kidney diseases. 1t is not a
quack nostrum but reliable remedy.
voucked for by leading physicians all over
the country. Wherever known "Lithon-
triptic" is in general demand being consid-
cred the best remedy of its class in the
market. For sale By druggists. mwf&w
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
Money is Tight,

And when was it otherwise? The old
est man cannot remember. People are
grumblers--al grum ble-minister and
laymen complain. Well, then, ''times are
dull, and money is tight" but haven't you
got enough to buy bottle ofSOZODONT,
to keep your teeth clean, and mouth sweet,
and help you enjoy life2
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
ENGLAND

LONDON, Aug. 9.-The United service
Gazette says Sir Garnet Wolsely will be
the next commander-in-chief.i in India
A dispatch from the Times Belgrade
says serious FIRE occurred at Nish, the
18th inst
The Times says the silver market was
strong yesterday and improved by the
statement that Germany is willing to
negotiate with the United States concern
ing the bi-metallic standard.
Vienna advices state that Lorisha will
shortly be occupied by Turkish troops
The Turkish force will be landed at Valo,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
LIVE STOCK

Hogs-Recefpts 1900; light better: Workers and
Ba1tmores 5 6O63 IS; packing 9 90G13 80; butch
ers to fancy 40Q3 30.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
milwaukee, Market.


Wheat-a@1c higher; cash drm; futures dull
hard OH; No 2, 81 cash and Aug; S6% Sept;
s6A Oct; No 8, 7sh; No 4, %; rejected So.
COrn-335I.
Oats-24c.
Rye-49c.
Barley 60c.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Money may be tight. but it is nothing to
SPAULDING's GLUE. That's the highest
thing out.
Legal Blanks, ofaIl kinds for sale at
TIE APnrrO 0FFTCF
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

SPAIN.
MADRID, Aug. 9.-Full accounts of the
accident to King Alfonso on the way from
the Escurial to Lagrania,s returning from
the funeral OF his sister Marie Del Pillar,
show he and the princess OF Asturias, had
an exceedingly narrow escape. The axle
of the carriage broke while passing the
precipice and the postillion contrived to
swerve the vehicle to the opposite side of
the road, thus avoiding the fall by which
the whole party must have been killed.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

Col. Theo. Hyatt, President of the Pennsylvania
Military Academy, will be at the Harper House, in
Rock Island, on Wednesday, Aug. ID, from 10 A.
NJ. 10 70 M and will be happy TO patrons OF the
Academy or Others on official business
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
10 NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

stock Of staple merchandise OF one OF the heav-
lest Wholesale houses in New York: will be sold
in amounts OF from 50 900 to $4,000 to be paid for
as iOlOws:-0ne-thir the amount of each bill TO
be paid for in cash. two thirds in good real estate
full assortDent Of good salable goods, adapted
to the country trade, will be given with each bill
Address TRADER,
S-3dmwf1ml P,O. Box 257S, New York CITY
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

PENNSYLVANIA MILITARY ACADEMY.
I CHESTER, PA, "Opens Sept 10)
Thorough instruction in Civil Engineering,
Chemistry, the Classics, and English. Degrees
conferred
For Circulars apply to Rev. Henry G. Westwood,
n, D., a trustee OF the Academy, at Rock Island,
Illinois, or TO Col. THEO. HYATT, President.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

A QUEER HEAD -PANTRYMAN.-The
Jessie Hoyt, famous New York steam
boat, used to have for head pantryman a
bent and crippled darkey, whose face was
full of humor as his form was ofkinks and
knobs, His name was Robert Smith, and
his malady was chronic rheumatism. He
tried Giles Liniment Iodide Ammonia
for week of the present winter, and next
season intends to astonlsh his old acquain-
tances as sound man.
GILES PILLS cures Erysipelas.
ton.
Sold by all druggists. Send for pamph-
let. DR.. GILES.
100 West Broadway. n. Y.
Trial size % cents.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09

PURE Con LIVER OH, made from fresh
selected livers, on the sea shore, by Cas-
well, Hazard & Co., New York. 1t is alb.
souteIy Pure and street. Patients who
have once taken it prefer it to all others.
Physicians have decided it superior to any
of the other oils In the market.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
(SIgned)
SPOTTED X TAIL.
mark

BY Louis Richards, interpreter.
Secretary Sehu,z has replied to Spotted
Tails letter, thanking him for his express
sions of good will and promising to visit
him the 30th of August and spend several
days on the reservation.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
GERMANY.

LONDON, Aug. ga dispatch to the
Standard from Rome says in the recent
correspondence between the Vatican and
Prince Bismarck. it has been agreed to
observe scrupulous secrecy until the con-
clusion of the present treaties.
A Berlin special says notwithstanding
reported rumors to the contrary, the
German government persists 10 denying
it contemplates any change in the policy
relative to the silver question.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
THREATENED BY THE NATIyEs
INDIAN AFFAIRS.

WASHINGTON. Aug. 6.-The Secretary
of the Interior has letter from Spotted
Tail, who says that both he and his people
want to be like the whites, We have a
good country and behave ourselves and
work The letter thus closes: Il want
to tell you these last words. | have had
enough of military. | want my people to
work. want no more scouting. [ have
had my belly full We want to freight
and work the ground. | never laughed
but once, that was when the agent of the
lower tribes said | kept his people here.
They visited US and fed them and my
people gave them 800 head of horses and
sent them all home TO their agent. Since
we have been here my people have had
no whiskey. Wherever the military are
there is always whiskey. aud that makes
trouble | want you to come here and
stay month and see how it is. My
friend, this is all have to tell you.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
TELEGRAPlHI1C.
Photographed tOths ROekIsland Argus. |
To-Dav's Dispatches.
FOREIGN NEWS.
RUSSIA.

LONDON, Aug. 9.-The Standard S
Berlio despatch denies the statement that
the Kuldja question has been settled.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
EGYPT.

LONDON, Aug 9-The Times AIexan-
dria correspondent has interviewed Tew6k
Pasha. The latter stated he considered
Nubar Pasha's return to Egypt unadvis-
able. The KhedlVe is opposed to the
return of Mr.. Rivers Wilson and NJ. de
Blegniere.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
BULGARIA.

LONDON, Aug. 9.-The Bulgarian cabi-
net has addressed a manifesto to the ma
ton stating their Intention to maintain
cordial relations with the powers, and to
take measures to secure peace and pre-
vent disturbances.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-08-09
FRANCE

LONDON, Aug 9.-The Neao5' Paris cor
respondent, reports that Nj, Banqui has
accepted the invitation to contest Bor~
deaux.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1879-08-28
In a Dilemma.

While one of the sanitary police was
moving through the alleys of Cass ave
nue. the other day he came upon two
bad nuisances at once. One family had
thrown a great heap OF garbage over the
fence. and the other had dumped over
an old mattress and two or three dead
cats. The citizen living between the
two heaps came out to the fence holding
How long have these nuisances
existed T.
'Oh, about a month, was the reply.
'And you haven't lodged complaint
at the City HALL?
NO.
why, this horrible stencil must foai
right into your house 2 $
'Yes, so it does; but wasn't fixed tc
say anything. This man over here
lends me his lawn-mower twice week
and my wife borrows most Of our tei
and coffee of the other one. | kinde
figured on it, and concluded not t
raise a row unless the mower got to-
dull or the brand of coffee run down. :
Free Press.