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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
The Band Concert,

The band concert was unavoid-
ably postponed until Friday even
ing, January 10th, but the boys as
sure us that we will be amply paid
for waiting. The programme Is
made up by our best home talent,
outside Of the band. The selec-
tons of the band are all first class.
The programme will be varied, con-
sisting of vocal and instrumental
music, recitations, etc: The fol-
lowing nre the soloists Of the even
ing: Mrs. w. L. Churchill, Miss
Addie Sellick, Mr.. j. b. Clayburg,
and Mr.. L. b. Howard. With this
array Of talent to back them, the
hand feel confident of pleasing the
public and sustaining the reputa-
ton they have worked so hard to
gain. A diagram Of the hall will
be at Bostwick's two days in adj
vance. General admission % cents,
reserved seats 35 cents. Secure
your seats early and avoid the
rnsh. -
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
George Peabody and So, ialism.

Some people Imagine that rich men bre
becomming more welded to riches, more
aggressive In the acquisition OF wealth.
at the expense OF the working classes.
Hence the agitation In favor OF. Social
Ism. There may be grounds for this Inn
aginatlon, but we have yet In our midst
our Peter Cooper's, our George Pea.
body's, and our Miss Nltingale's--whu
think more of the welfare of the strug.
Cling classes than many are aware OF,
aud who employ their time and myney
in extending good to as many as posi-
BILE In their declining years. One OF
those Is an old retired physician by the
name OF j. p. Mountain, whose address
is Ogdensburgh, N. Y, who has placed
in his hands a simple cure for consump-
ton, catarrh, asthma, headache and
nervousness. The old, gentleman has
means which make him independent, and
he employs his time and money In very
laudable enterprise. lie sends the recipe
free 60 any person sending for Il, with
instructions for preparing and using, re-
quiring only that the, party so sending
enclose a stamp To pay the postage. He
has now distributed over one million OF
those recipes. aud In this part may have
been cured w the nse OF the same. II Il
said to be very reliable, and those who
are troubled with any of those diseases
would do well "a addtess TIC philanthro-
pic old gentleman, aud have trial OF
the recipe. which has curcd so many,
OVJ L y W.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Alpena's Railroad Record.

From the Au Sable News.
Mr.. EDIToR-I noticed an ar
ticle from the Harrisville Review
In reference to the suggestions of
the ALPENA ARGUS, in which it is
intimated that the Alpena people
have not heretofore acted in good
faith in the matter of shore rail-
road. Now, as one of the dele
gates from the lower towns, / wish
to say that we have not the slight
est reason to complain of the AL
pena people in the matter. They
had, prior to our taking any action,
partly developed plan for South
western railway, and their dele.
gates went to Lansing for the pur-
pose of securing some Railway
communication with the outside
world, and made their plea before
the Committee, as we had done for
the shore route, all with good feel
ing.
The next day, becoming salts
fed that the shore route was most
likely to succeed, they joined with
MS and did all they could and CO.
operated fully and heartily. l have
not the slightest doubt that they
will do the same the present win
ter.
Is it not time that some active
measures were taken to secure a
grant of State lands for the pur-
pose, from the present Legislature !
III. NJ. LOUD.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Farmers Institute at Bay CITY.

At an adjourned meeting of the
Bay County Agricultural Society
held Dec. Z, 1878, the following
preamble and resolution were
unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, The State Board of
Agriculture has decided TO hold a
Farmers Institute" meeting at Bay
City on February 4th and 5th,
1879; and whereas President Alb
bott and Professors Kedzie and
Carpenter, of the State Agricultur-
al College, will personally attend
the meeting Of said Institute, and
they, with others, residents Of the
valley and Lake shore counties,
will read carefully prepared articles
upon agricultural and kindred
topics, to be followed by oral dis
cussion thereon, all of which will
be of practical interest and import
ance to our section Of the country,
and especially to those attending
participating therein; and whereas
these institutes are not designed or
intended to be local in their char
acter. Therefore, be it
ResOlced, That q cordial and
general invitation he and is hereby
extended to the citizens of north
eastern Michigan TO attend said
meetings and take an active part
in the proceeding thereof.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
A. Kansas Letter.

We are not absolutely in the habit
of publishing Kansas letters, but
believing the one below gives the
trne state of affairs, as to both
Michigan and Kansas. we give it
space. The writer of the letter is
an old resident of Michigan, and
formerly lived in Livingston coun-
ty, but now writes to the Detroit
Post and Tribune as follows:
Eureka, Kan, Dec 30. 1878.
In your issue of December 10.
in an article under the caption of
"Michigan the Best State for Poor
Men," you give good advice to poor
men; and when you read Of low
prices for the necessaries of life
here, you may put it down as a
mistake; il costs as much to bring
the year around here as in Mich
igan. 1t is true that the climate
here is preferred by many to that
of Michigan; and it is more pleas
ant. The soil of some portions of
this State is better than that Of
Michigan; but poor men coming
here must consider that they are
only coming to an agricultural State
where there is but one general oc-
cupation for the people, while in
Michigan the diversity of indus
tries will always give the poor man
an opportunity to at least earn a
living. 1t must appear at once to
his advantage to make that State
his home which offers the greatest
inducements for him to invest his
labor. The truth is, Kansas has
too many very poor men now
No man is safe to come here for
the purpose of entering land and
making a home with less than
81, 900 in his pocket, after deduct
ing the expense of bis journey
here, unless he is willing to meet
more difficulties than he leaves be-
hind him. With that money judici-
ously invested, backed up with in
dustry, he can make money faster
than in Michigan; but even then
he will miss many of the convent
ences that cost little or nothing in
the older States.
We are having the most severe
winter known in eight years but
the idea Of storms destroying stock
is all nonsenseA-Athat only occurs
in cnses Of sheer shiftlessness. 49,
And prairie fires may be guarded
against much easier than the tim
Der fires of Michigan. The fact
is, too many have the notion that
all that is needed Is to ego West"
money or no money, and all will
be right; but, If money and brains
are needed anywhere, it is in open
ing up farms destitute OF timber, and
where there is only local market.
j. p. Sissy.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
PhrenOlOgy.

The prosperity of the chronological
Journal would Indicate an increasing
interest In this subject, and that many
people have the power of appreciation
of its practical value. In the prospectu us
of The chronological Journal for 1879
the publishers make liberal propositions
TO subscribers. The price has been re-
duccd to 81 90 from S3 00), and to each
subscriber Is offered the choice of two
premiums First a chronological Bust,
model head, made nearly life-size, of
plaster OF Paris, so lettered as tn shCw
the exact location ofall the chronological
Organs Ii is a handsome ornament,
well adapted for the man,el-picce, center
table, library, or Office. With the aid of
this and the key which accompanies It.,
together with the series Of articles pub
lShcd n The chronological Journal on
Practical Phrenology, each person may
become quite familiar with the location
or the different chronological Organs.
The second Is new book, The Tcmpera.
mcnts; or, Varieties OF Physical Con
stitution in Man, considered in their
relation to Mental Character and Practi.
NJ. d., Price, 81 80. This work discusses
u very IlhpoIluHt SuDIcCl anu oilc WHICH
Is of interest TO every student of Human
Nature, and WHO Is not oneY 1t shows
the relation of Temperament TO mar
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occupation, health and disease, etc.
The work containing 800 pages, and
over 100 portraits. handsomely printed
and bound, and can not be obtained ex-
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price, $3.50. When either of the
premiums are sent, % cents extra must
be received to pay for boxing Bust or
for postage on Book and Journal. Read
ers who desire more complete descrip-
ton, together with prospectus of The
chronological Journal, should send adj
dress on "a postal card, or axcept the
publishers Offer. and send ten cents
Multiplication sample number Of the
Journal, TO ). n. WELLS & Co., Publish
ers, 1877 Broadway, N. Y.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
"Driven ont Of Aipena..

Under this head, the New York
Herald, Of Dec. 25, has the follow
ing article:
This had been done to Eva Leroy
while oil the world was busy laying
up stores of Joy for the merry
Christmas time. Tragedy marches
side by side with comedy. Under
n smile is agony. She fell by the
wayside in the bitter cold, and lay
there In the numb stupor Of creep
ing death. Just think of II for a
moment amid your pleasures |!
While little faces d;mpled With de-
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
An Astonishing Fact.

A large proportion Of the American
people are to-day dying from the effects
of Dyspepsia or disordered liver. The
result of these diseases upon the masses
of intelligent and valuable people is
most alarming, making life actually a
burden instead of pleasant existence
of enjoyment and usefulness as 10 onght
10 be. There Is no good reason for this,
If you will only throw aside prejudice
and skepticism, take the advice of drug
gists and your friends, and try one bot
tie OF Green's August Flower. Your
speedy relief Is certain. Millions Of bot
ties of this medicine have been given
away TO try its virtues, with satisfactory
results in every case. You can buy a
sample bottle for 10 cents to try. Three
doses will relieve the worst case. Pos
lively sold by all druggists Oh the Yves
tern continent. 325cowy2.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
CHURCH DIRECTORY.

EPIsCoPAL-ReS. H. Brass Services IN
Trinity Church, on First street, every Sunday
morning and evening.
BAPTIST f. L. Little. Services N
Society's Church, on Third street, every sabbath
morning and evening.
CATHOLIC-Rev II. r. Domain. Services In
the Catholic Church, on Chisholm street, every
Sundays at $50 A. M, 1880 A. NJ, and at p N:
vespers evening service. Sermon In English AZ
1880; Ia French at 1880.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Ii. G. scotford.
Ser ices IN the S0cietys Church, ON Second street,
every Sabbath morning and evening.
METHODfST-sRev. ii. G. Northrup. Services
in socety's Church, on Dock street, every Sabbath
morning and evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
A Beautiful Boys and Girls
Paper.

The American Young Folks, published
by Hudson & Ewing, at Topeka, Kansas,
comes to us for January with bright,
new "dress' on. 1t is a carefully edited,
lC-page illustrated paper for Boys and
Girls from eight to sixteen years of age
1t is pure and elevatlng, entertaing and
instructive. Strongly endorsed by
teachers all over the West, and is sent
one year, postage paid, to any address
for so cents. The publishers offer to
send a sample copy free.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Health Promoted.

Health is promoted by good and APP
proprate food. Such can only be had by
using in preparing 1t, articles known to
be free from poisonous adulterations,
such as DIR. Prices Cream Baking Pow
der, which eminent chemists endorse as
being perfectly pure and wholesome.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Vanilla.

Steele & Price annually consume, in
the manufacture of DR.. Prices Extract
of Vanilla, more Of the finest quality of
Mexican Vanilla than any other makers
of extracts, and 1t is by the use of the
finest quality that DR.. Prices Extract
of Vanilla obtains its rare excellence.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Moses Bingham now has his new
planning mill and Touring mill in
running order, and is prepared to
take orders for all kinds Of work
in his line.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Sweet OdOrs.

Almost every flower that possesses
desirable odor is used in the Unique Per-
fumes made by DR.. Price 1t is from
these rich blossoms that DIR Prices Per
fumes obtain their peculiar sweetness
and floral character. His Floral Riches,
Pet Rose, Hyacinth and Alista Bouquet
are the fashionable odors.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Last week the ice boats were to
be seen gliding over the smooth
surface on the bay, and one of them
had the misfortune to go through
the smooth surface.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
G. II. HAWLEY & Co.

Those Condition Powders, which have
been of such untold benefit to horses,
can be found at the City Drug Store Of
j. 4. Field.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

The skating rink is open for
business, and skaters are beginning
to enjoy themselves in a very ap-
proving manner.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Perfumeries of the most delicate and
refined odors, in any quantity, by the
ounce, pint, quart, gallon, or even by the
barrel, II desired, at the drug store OF j.
f. Field, where you can always find the
best articles I'm the market.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Remnants.

Remnants in dress goods, of all colors,
shades, qualities and varieties, for less
money than at any other store In the
State.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Club List.

It is often saving of money to
subscribe for periodicals that you
may desire, together with your
own home paper. We are prepared
to take subscriptions at the follow
ing club rates:
ARGUS and Weekly Free Press, $500
ARGUS and Nursery, 300
ARGUS and Saturday Evening Post, 800
ARGUS and Burlington Weekly
Hawkeye, 800
ARGUS and Farmers Review, 225
ARGUS and Western Rural, 3.25
ARGUS and Scientific American, $50
ARGUS and Young Folks Monthly, 2.75
ARGUS and Chicago Daily News, 400
ARGUS and Chicago Weekly News, $50
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Although New Years calling was
not very generally participated in
this city, those who were thus en-
gagged express themselves as hav-
ing had "a first rate time," and
were only sorry that it could not
last longer.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Peter Owens, the Old and reliable I'm
dcrtaker and furniture dealer, wishes To
inform his friends and the public, that
he has larger and more complete stock
of Undcrtakers goods than ever before,
and he is prepared to attend to the I'm
.,ertaking business in all its branches,
and guarantees satisfaction to all those
who may need his services In any case.
lie has also added to his business ut n
great expense, a most beautiful hearse
and splendid team OF black horses,
which he will furnish on the most rea-
sonable terms TO attend funerals. Those
who are too poor to hire his hcarse can
have the use OF his horse and wagon
free of charge. lie has also Il large and
well selected stock of furniture which
he is selling at very low prices to suit
the times, and lie intends to keep on
hand, In the future, Il large stock Of
marble aud parlor goods to suit all
classes of his customers. Thanking his
fricnls and the public for their iavors
during tho past seven years, he hopes, by
truth and honest dealings to merit con-
tinuance of the public patronage. 3S3m1
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Chicago is a small town on the
west side of Lake Michigan; but
the Chicago Daily News of Dec.
3lst, contained a list of seven
columns of names of parties who
would receive calls on New Years.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Wood Is being brought into town
alta pretty lively rate, and is worth
$3.50 per cord for hard wood, and
81 for tamarack and birch.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

} I Schools in this cisy opened for
the winter term on Monday, with a
very large attendance.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

The cedar post business has not
fairly commenced yet this winter,
although there is yet plenty of time.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Cracking Is not confined to the frog
ponds At this season almost everybody
Is hoarse. The bleating of distressed
lungs Is heard everywhere. Why Is this
when Hale's Honey of Horehound and
Tar will cure any cough, cold or hoarse-
ness in As hours? Sod by all druggists.
Pixies toothache drops cure In one
minute. 3Sl.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

We are selling the balance of our win
ter goods at less that cost rather than
keep them over, at A. Anspach & Co.'S
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

A little more snow on Saturday
and Sunday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

A. Anspach & Co. have the largest
stock of goods and sell the cheapest of
any house In town.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Only few of those handsome library
lamps left at the drug store Of j. E.
Field
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

The ice gatherers are doing a
lively business. They get ice from
both the river and bay.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Sufferers from coughs, colds, asthma,
bronchitis, soreness of the throat, aud
all diseases leading to consumption, don't
fail TO try Adamsou's Botanic Balsam.
Sold by druggists at 80 cts,
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

David j., Infant .on Of Mr.. and
Mrs, d. Brennan, died on Friday
last aged III days.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Stop that cough, and if you cannot
stop it any other way, why go to j. E.
Field, the druggist, and he can give you
almost immediate relief, so don't cough
your head off.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

j. d. Holmes and Hon. r. j. KEEL
lep are attending Supreme Court,
at Lansing
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Rink open every day, except
Sundays, 2 to 10 o'clock p. M.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

The reside nee of Maurice Hun
ealt, with all its contents, in Alpena
township, was burned few days
since, leaving the family in desti-
tnte circumstances. A subscrip-
ton is being collected for their re-
lief, which ought to we generously
signed by the people.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Bolton a. McRae are putting In
few cedar posts, and a quantity
Of railroad ties.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Wbooping cough and measles are
numerous. Id fact too numerous
10 mention.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Plenty of snow In the woods
just now, and lumbermen are hap
nv.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Come'in and see our prices; and see II
they are not lower than any other house
along the shore, at A. Anspach e. Co.'S
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

AT the regular meeting Of Thun-
der Bay Encampment No. 81, l. o.
o. F., on Friday evening last, the
following officers were elected for
the ensuing term:
G. PA. Harshaw.
s. w. Van Dusen.
]. VIC. Alpern.
III. p. Hamilton.
Scribe.-J. G. Wall.
Treas. Cohen.
Trustees.-A. r. Mcdonald, j.
G. Wall.
Representatives.. Harshaw.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

S. S. Lewenberg, matchmaker and
jcwcler, who has opened shop In Bost-
wick's drug store, would say to the peo-
pie that he is prepared to execute all
work In his line, from the slightest re-
pair needed, up to making a watch, II
necessary.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

All parties having measures at Willie &
O'Brien's can still have their boots made
by leaving orders with VIM. Willie.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Spcaring through the ice has
become operative.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

The ice extends out about mile
on the bay. E4s
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Regular monthly meeting Of the
Board Of Education this evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
To the Public.

You can certainly save money by buy
ing goods at A. Anspach & Co.'S
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

To all parties who are In search OF
first class toilet articles, at low prices,
we would say. call at the drug store of
J. L. Field, where you will find an ele-
,,,ut oosortmanf
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
OUR TELEPHONE.

Now is the time to have your ice
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Elsie Bishop, who has suffered
from consumption for some years
past, died at her fathers residence,
on State street, on Tuesday, Jan.
LIST; age 90 years. The funeral
services were held at the Congre-
gational Church, Friday afternoon,
Rev. E. l.. Little officiating.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

Walk, walk, walk. Yes, walk
ing seems to be pretty well in
vogue at present, and Madame
Anderson is now engaged in walk
ing 300 quarter miles in 300
consecutive quarter hours, at
Brooklyn, and the probabilities are
that she will accomplish the task,
although it is a trying one. Now
we do not pretend to say we could
excel the Madame in walking, but
we are inclined to believe that if
we were pot molestcd, or obliged
to stop to dun Delinquent subscrib-
ers on the road, we could at least
accomplish the first quarter mile
within tho 300 quarter hours I;
that is, providing the weather was
favorable.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08
Vrk'. Flora! Guide.

A beautiful work of Ion pages One Coio,ed Flaw.
er Plute, and 800 Illustrations with Descriptions
Of the best Flowers aud Vegetables, and how
70 grow them. All ion FIVE Cent stamp In
English or German.
The Flower and Vegetable Garden. i75 pares.
Six Colored Plates, aud many hundred Engrav.
ings For 30 Cents in paper covers Al in elegant
cloth. In German or English.
Viek's Illustrated Monthly Magazine pages
a Colorod plate in every number aud many fine
engravings. Price sl.95 ycur; Five cupiss for
90 Specimen number sent for ~ Cents.
Nick's Seeds are the best in the world Send
Five Cent Stamp for Floral Guide, containing
LAST and Prices, and plenty Of information. Ad-
dress,
JAMES WICK, Rochester, n. Y.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1879-01-08

At The regular meeting of Alpe-
M Lodge No 10, l. o. o. f., at
their Lodge room in this city, Tues
day evening, December 3lst, the
following officers were elected for
the ensuing term:
n. G.-J. Hamilton.
V. GIL Il. Marsh.
II. Sd. ]. Kneal.
Treas.-W. w. Wilson.
Trustee.-A. r. Mcdonald.
Representative.-W. w. Wilson.