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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
Religious.

BAPTIST CHURCH. Bible school at $50
a. N. Preaching at I0:45 a. m., subject
THE redemption of Man a display Of
Gods Glory" The second lecture OF the
course of Sunday evening addresses Will
be given 10 the evening at 7:30; subject
"Atheism." These Sunday evening ad-
dresses are designed especially for the ben
eft Of young men. The last lecture in the
course at the Baptist Church will be given
Monday evening by Rev. j. r Miller;
subject, Tonic;-Thoughts for the Hard
Times" Admission 25 cents. The !ect-
ure will be spicy and practical.
Services at Christian Chapel to morrow
at l0:45 a. N. and 1880 .. m. Preaching
By the Pastor Rev. E. Swartz upon the
following subjects: The Morning Star
and The apprehension of the Savior" All
are kindly invited TO attend.
Rev. Geo. K. Palmer pastor lst NJ. E.
Church, Cor. 5th ave. and 10th street, will
preach at l0:45 a. 10. subject; Thy unjust
Steward, Also at 7:30 p. m from He
that sinneth against me wrongeth his own
soul" Sabbath School at 9:l5 a. II.
Tomorrow being Easter Sunday the
services at Trinity Church will be of unus.
ual interest The church has been hand
somely decorated with plants and flowers
The music will be of a high as is usual or
such occasions. There will be Holy Com
munion, aud at $3.50 p. IN. the children
will sing their Easter carols. and those
who have done the best 10 lessons, church
attendance, and offerings for the last three
months will receive the reward of merit il
the form of present painted by Mrs. Hol
combe. Services at I0;45 a. N. and 1886
p. N.
CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2nd
Ave near 18th street The pastor, Rev
DR.. Westwood will preach an Easter, SER
mon at l0:45. In the evening he will de-
liver the second of course of sermons tC
young men-"Laying Foundations. Al
are cordially invited. On Friday evenins
next the Social and Literary Union vii
give AN evening with Tennyson. Al
Invited.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
LET cravens shrink and,cowardsI. sigh,
rI11s thine to do and nor To die .

Young men of these modern times are beginning
to look after a young lady's health before asking
her hand. As nj tier of business this is quite
right. Who wants pale, sickly, lifeless, nervous
and hysteiical woman for a wife? Young lady
your disease is depicted in your very eountenance.
Your feeble walk, your short breathing your want
of bloom to the cheek, your lifeless eye-sl speak
that you are in i'll health, and az many young
gents are experts these days they perceive your
COL dition and do not wish TO marry you. II you
should be thus afflicted send at once for Dr. Drom-
coolies English Female Btters, and its useswil at
once restore you to health.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
Rucklea's Arnioa salve.

The BEST sALvE in the world for Cuts,
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 Is Cents per box. For sale by G.
SPEIDEL, Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
Home Again.

Mr.. Jacob Riley and Mrs. Riley arrived
home from England last evening
having been gone from Rock Island just
eight months to-day. The trip across the
water, from Liverpool to New York, ocou-
pied just ten days and half. They re-
NAMED 10 England all the time they were
away. They had very pleasant visit and
are glad to be back again and we'll in gen.
eral health.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

Devines' Compound Pitch Lozenge is
curing consumption in a number of instan-
ces, and it must be just the thing for
colds, sore throat, and those distempers
which run into consumption. Double size
boxes only IS cents, usual size cost only 20
cents. Sold by all dealers. For sale by
John Bengston.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

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 and 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, 1879-04-12

FoR RENr--A front room on second
floor. suitable for young man; or two
rooms with use of kitchen to small family.
Those who fear God and work righteous
ness" preferred. Enquire at this office,
or at No. 1909 End Avenue, opposite Union
Snuare
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

But short time remains before l shall
be compelled to turn over my books to the
county treasurer. The law is exacting in
these matters, and to save costs would
request all who have not paid their taxes
to call at my Office, Room 5, Masonic
Temple, over Rock Island National Bank
and settle at once.
d&w Nj. T. STAFFORD, Collector.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
The Peace of G Household

Aub EaaCE OF q 4AOu5E44UAW
Is often dependent on the culinary and do
nestle skill of the housewife. Ladies
know this, and by using Dooley's Yeast
Powder insure themselves the most per-
feet biscuits, rolls. bread and pastry pos
sible It's use is economy also, for every
can is absolutely full weight, and it is SO
strong and pure as to demand the use Of
much smaller quantity than usual.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
Tailoring,

H. Wendt, the tailor over Rosen6eld's
store, opposite the Rock Island House, who
has been i'll for six weeks, has reopened his
shop, and is prepared to fill orders in the
latest and best styles, with promptness, at
low prices. l-l4t
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
The River.
Q river is rising at this point.

The river is rising at this point.
The Josephine went up this morning,
With large quantity of freight from this
port.
The Libbie Conger will be down on Mon
day.
The Red Wing and Victory of the Nor
them Line went up to-day.
The Josephine will be down tomorrow
morning at 9 o'clock, EN- route for ST. Louis.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

The bankrupt stock of boots and shoes
at Mitchell & Parsons, is going off at a
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. Remember it is the Kelley 4
Retticker stock, and is first class every,
wav. DIFF
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

Nausea, headache, furred tongue, Bit
ter mouth and bad breath in the morning,
are all dismissed by Milk of Magnesia, a
remedy Endorsed by the family. The ner-
vous sensations produced by indigestion
are always conqured by it. Druggists sell
-
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
ROCK IN THE ROAD"

During our peregrinations through life many are
heard 10 exclaim, Rock in the Road In other
words an impediment presents itself the wheels of
time are retarded. his onward march is prevented
and as his TIME Is very valuable to his family be
in great haste to clear the road OF this great rock
which detains him. This rock is nothing more
nor less than case Of chills, which stops him
from his daily work by which his family is sup
ported. But friend passes along and tells him
to send to the nearest store and ger bottle Of
Days Ague Tonic and use it, and .he will never
have another tEeck in the roadn
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
POOR THING.

We pity that much abused organ, the liver. 1t lie
abused and held responsible for every little ache
and Is worked to death. This is quite detrimental
unwise and unsafe. Let the liver rest 1t is all o.
K. Use no strong medicines. Keep your bowels
open now and then by the use Of mild and
simple remedies, those which are pleas
ant and harmless. Such a remedy is
Baily's Saline Aperient, which is a pleasant
cooling and effectual puTgative, aud effervesces
like soda water. 1t is sold at one-half the usual
price and Ii all you need.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

1t is the slight cold frequently contrac-
ted that finally undermiIes the system.
Use DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup in the beginn-
ing Of the stages OF any cold and be cured.
Price 25 cents
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

New cambrics, percales, spring prints,
and the handsomest line of cloths, cassi-
mere and spring suitirgs to be found il
the three cities, at Mitchell 4 Parsons.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

Boots and shoes are moving off lively at
Mitchell & Parsons. Remember bank
rupt prices for first class goods is what
you get in the boot and shoe line, at Nit.
chell & Parsons.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

Nothing can compare with Reeds Gilt
Edge Tonic for bilious and malarial fevers.
For sale by G. Tegler, Rock Island.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
Pozzonis Medicated Complexion Pow
d6ra

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, 1879-04-12

Brussell, Ingram and Hemp carpets a
very low rates for entirely new styles, a
Mitchell & Parsons.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

For Lace Braids, Thread and Patterns.
call on Miss Platt, opposite Episcopal
Church. 4dtf.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
o5 GENTSl

will buy the celebrated DR.. Warner Health
Corset at M. G. Mills mammoth dry goods
emporium. If
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

OF course take your customary annual
trip to the country,-bus don't forget DR..
Bulls Baby Syrup, that Indispensable
help in every emergency. Costs only 25
cents bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
R,enen,bar

that TWENTY-FIVE cents will buy
genuine DR.. Warner Health Corset, at M,
&. Mills, dry goods, emporium, If
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
The weatner--To-Day.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated bv thermometer
TAN. 4So above zero 12P.K Csc above zero
II. So " P.n $50
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12
$50, $3.50, $500 OR MORE

INVESTED IN STOCKS frequently yield from
100 to 500 per cent profit. Stocks carried on mar
gin Of 3 to per cent il desired. Send for our
CAREFUL PLAN for speculation in Wall Street,
more successful than any heretofore pursued.
Pamphlet explaining How to make money in
Wall Street." mailed free. Those who wish TO
conduct email large operations through a care
full and responsible firm, address
PECK g. MORTON,
10 Broad Street, NEW YORK.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

Life for the Hair
At Thomas's
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

30 du JreuIicHe,
0 du SeIiche,
Gnaden bringenden OSterzeit::
Welt lag IN banden
Christ iSt erStdnden,
Freue, treue dich, 0 Christenheit.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1879-04-12

Bullen, will be the deputy which is suf
fcient cause why be should be defeated.
Capt. Kohler for collector on the republican
ticket is straight: forward man, verypopular
with all parties and representative Swede.
He will command every republican vote
and q good share from the other parties.
His chances for election are good.
For the past two days street politicians
have been improving their time, The
wires have been put 10 working order, and
the operators are manipulating them with
the usual sagacity. Scarcely any one ven
lures an opinion as TO the result, and both
sides are terribly worried. The republican
ticket loses not little by, the snub5ing
given Deere & Co., by the convention.
| That firm cannot or will not render any
support to WheeIock, and openly proclaim
the fact. Ii need occasion no surprise if
| DR.. Nickname is the next mayor Of Moline.
Both parties are considerably exercised
over the probability of a prohibition ticket.
Miss Willard is here for the purpose Of
arousing the temperance people and show
ing them the necessity of running ticket.
Should she succeed, that may affect the
result next Tuesday, although some think
the ticket would not receive to exceed 40
votes. This is not by any means certain,
however, as good men might poll an unex-
peetedly large vote-especially for clerk
and collector. No matter what may be
the result of next Tuesdays election dem
ocrats can rest easy. as they ere free from
any responsibility.
This morning sore spot is manifest In
the republican ranks-between the Vince
lock Ellis faction. Mr.. Ellis has positive
ly declined denomination, and his friends
at least some of the more enthusiastic Of
them say that there is more behind it than
appears on the surface. One thing is Ger.
tam. the republicans will not be able to
hold all their men in the traces. Demo
Gratis generally will vote for McKin ME fol
mayor. DEMOCRAT.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
LAND OFFICE, NEW ORLEANS, La, !
July -. 1879.

Notice is hereby gwen that the follow
ing named settlers have filed notice of
thrii intention to make final proof i'll
support OF their claims, and secure final
entry thereof at the expiration of thirty
days from the date of this notice, viz:
buEkE RIVERS, of Tangipahua Parish,
Louisiana, who made homestead applica-
ton No. 1896. for the south half of the
northeast quarter of section thirteen,
township seven, south range nine east,
Greensburg district, and names the fol-
lowing as his witnesses. viz: Anlrew L.
Edwards, of 1angipahoa parish, La,
and John Stanser, of TanSipahoa parish,
Lii And also
FRIDAY n. POTTER, of st. Tammany
parish, La. who made homestead entry
No. 40US. for the northeast quarter of the
northeast quarter of section twenty-one.
township nine, south range fifteen east,
Greensburg district. and names the fol-
lowing as his witnesses, viz: Simon p.
Porter. of st. Tammany parish, La. and
jeremiah Mundy, of ot. 1ammany parish,
La. w. d. BURNELL,
aug 2 st Register.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
LAND OFFICE, NEW ORLEANS, La, I
Wednesday, July %, 1879.

Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing named settlers have filed notice of
their intention TO make final proof in
support OF their claims and secure final
entry thereof at the expiration of thirty
days from the date of this notice, viz:
ADAM JOHN, of Washington parish,
Louisiana. for the northeast quarter of
the northeast quarter of section thirty
three, and northwest quarter of north
west quarter of section thirty -four, town
ship one, south range twelve east. Green's
burg district and names the following
Us his witnesses, viz: Henry Hardy, of
Washington parish. La, and Lewis Grain.
of Washington parish, La. And also
STEPHEN II. THOMAS, of Washington
parish. La, for the southeast quarter of
the southeast quarter OF section ten. and
southwest quarter of southwest quarter
OF section eleven, and east half of north
east quarter of section fifteen, township
one, south range twelve east, Greensburg
district and names the following rs his
witnesses, viz: William Grain, of Wash
ington parish, La, and Charles Grain, of
Washington parish, La.
jy26 3 w. NJ. BURWELL, Register.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
SUCCESSION Of JILS. aRCENE
CHdTTELLIER.
Parish Court for the Parish of st. Tam
many-State of Louisiana.

BY virtue of an order of sale to me di-
rected by the honorable the Parish Court,
bearing date July 3, 1879, will proceed
to sell at public auction, ON the prem
Uses of Arcene Chattellier, i'll the town of
jacksonville. parish and State aforesaid,
on TUESDAY, the 18th day OF August.
1879, between legal sale hours, the
following described property, to-wit:
l. ONE HOUSE AND LUr, situated
in the town of Madisonville, corner of
Rampant street and Covington road.
2. ONE HOUSE AND LOT adjoining
the house and lot corner of kampart
street and Covington road, situated in
the town of Madisonville, La.
5. 4 CERTAIN lIl E OR PORTION
OF GROUND situated in the Parish of
ST. Tammany, State of Louisiana, lying
within or near the corporation limits of
the town of Madisonville. commencing
at stake in the center Of O street, be-
tween the lands of Jas. L. johnson and
the lands of VIM. lemons. running
north two arpents, and from said begin.
ming stake in n northwesterly direction.
to stake known as the Curtis survey;
thence east to the place where it would
intersect said tract of land on its north
ern line.
4. ONE LOT OF FURNITURE.
Terms of sale-Cash.
". b. COOK. Sheriff.
Covington, La. July II, 1873.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

We call the attention of our read
ers to the advertisement of "Rogers'
Liniment" prepared by w. H.
Tonmer. of Bayou LaCombe. This
lii i:nent is very effcacious in curing
the bites and stings of poisonous
insects and snakes. fresh cuts and
old sores, bruises and pains Of al
kinds, skin eruptions, sore back and
collar CALLED on animals, hollow
horn and mango in cattle, to destroy
vermin and prevent gnats and flies
from troubling animals, etc. Mr..
Toomer has many testimonials in
regard to the merits of his liniment,
among which we notice the name of
Rev. G. T. Vickers, of Covington.
Give it trial Price, % cents per
bottle.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

Sunday excursionists from the
city complain that they have too
short time to remain in Covington
They scarcely have an opportunity
to dine and refresh themselves with
: little of our pure "piney woods
air and cool spring water, before
1t 10 time to return. This must be
remedied.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
FOR SALE.
A First-Class Sail Boat.

Twenty-Five feet keel, seven and one
half feet beam. decked two sails, anchor,
etc In good repair.
Will be sold cheap for cash, or trade in
cattle. Apply to
EDWARD BURNS,
De Gruy's Mill, Tchefuncta river, La
D. &c
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
CEDAR GROVE HOUSE,
CONVICTION, LA. .EE

francis A. GuYoL. PRorRIEroa;
Is pleasantly situated, on the banks Of
the river, and affords excellent oppor-
tunities for Fishing and Bathing. Large
and beautifully laid ont grounds attach.
ed to the place. Abita Springs water
furnished free of charge. Terms mod.s
crate. % Hl' ii e 70 :.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

The Committee OH Improvements,
Of our Town Council, advertise for
bids to improve the streets and al
leys. All bids must be handed in
by twelve o'clock to-day. The low
est responsible bidder gets the con-
tract.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

REILGIoUs.-There will be services
in the Methodist Church Tomorrow
Sunday at Ii A. N. and p. NJ. by
The Rev. l. l.. PEBBLES. Public cor
dially invited to attend.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

The spirit of improvement still
fingers in Covingtop.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

We have had plenty of rain for
the present, thank voui
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

Summer sojourners constantly ar
irving by every boat. and Covington
is rapidly filing up with people.
Persons intending to rusticate here
had better come at once, if they
wish to avoid trouble in securing
accommodations. Our hotels are
not quite full yet, however, and we
know Of two or three vacant houses.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

The general health of Covington
continues to be good, and SO do the
watermelons. and the peaches, and
the figs.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

40 enterprising New Orleans
shoemaker has been hanging out
his shingles on our shade trees.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

Many beautiful bellies" are en-
ioying the blessings of rural life,
and gracing our town with their
charming presence.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
New Advertiser ents.
FOR RENT.

A Comfortable New Cottage.
Containing four rooms, galleries front
and rear. dining room, kitchen, large
ard, etc. Convenient location. Apply
to H. J. SMITH.
aug2 Covington, La.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

Those new rehectors will soon be
shedding their glittering effulgence
along our broad boulevards.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
ELECTION NOTICE.

WHEREAS, It is provided by
Act No. "A of the General Assembly
of the State of Louisiana, approved
March "a, 1910, an act entitled
'An act to incorporate the town of
Vaudeville, in the parish of St Tam
many that an election shall be held on
the second Monday of August in each
year, for the purpose of electing a Mayor
and five Aldermen from said town at
large. to serve as such for the ensuing
twelve months thereafter
NOW, THEREFORE,, I, VIM. C. Nor
gan, Clerk of the Sixth Judicial District
Court, in and for the Parish of st. Tam
many, in compliance with the third Sec
ton of said act No. "A, do issue this no.
tice, notifying all persons concerned to
hold said election, on
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

We have received two baskets of
delicious Concord grapes recently,
one from Mrs. Burns. of the cele-
brated "Chubby Hill Plantation
nine miles from Covington, and che
other from Mr.. Christian Schultz,
residing five miles from Coyingion.
The lunches were large and uni
formly ripe, and the fruit of rich
and delicate favor. Many thanks.
Yesterday afternoon, in Mrs. vo-
gels store. VIM. Calvert struck
Emile Yogel on the head with a
glass, inaicting a painful but not
dangerous wound. Calvert then
LEFT the store and went home, where
be- was arrested by Marshal ReagaL.
.ho escorted him to Jail Calvert
willappear before Mayor Martindale
tb4dny. when his Honor will investi-
gate the matter. 1t appears that
The delightful privilege of hitting
another on the head with a glass
Wis by some means overlooked by
our makers, and unless William
can prove an abb, he will doubtless
lsre to pay for bis fun.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

Regular monthly meeting of the
Town Council next Tuesday even
ing.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02

House for rent. See advertise
mont.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
The Mails.
DEPART.
ARRIVE.
Now eat venison.

Probate Court meets next Mon.
day. ''
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
MONDAY, AUGUST IL, 1879,

tbeing the second Monday thereof, with
the view of electing the above-named
officers, said election to be conducted,
and the returns thereof made, in the
manner required by the laws of the
State of Louisiana.
In testimony whereof have hereunto
set my hand and affixed the
SEAL seal of said Court thereto. at
the town CT Covington, this
2Gth day of July, 1873.
WIN. c. MORGAN,
Clerk.
Couington, la. July 26, 1879.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1879-08-02
HEROINE.

Leaves the New Lake End on the ar
rival of the Canal Street Railroad cars: