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The Rock Island Argus., 1879-03-11
Cyolopmaia of English Literature.

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tory, Critical and Biographical, of British and
American Authors, with specimens OF their
writings. Originally edited by ROBERT CHAM
BEHs, LII. ID. Third edition, revised by ROBERT
CAEEUTHEEs, Ii. d. Eight volumes,
Volume H. Of the American reprint of
this Cyolop@dia, received from the pub,
fishers, The American Book Exchanges
New York, comprises the third and fourth
periods of English literature, as divided
by the editor; the third period-l558-
1925, and the fourth-1625-1G89. 1t is
the design Of this article to treat more
particularly the siXty-four years compre-
honded in the fourth period, rendered
illustrious by Milton, Butler, Dryden,
Buuyan, Lord Clarendon, Bishop Burnet
and Jeremy Taylor. Considering the
mighty events that convulsed the country
during this period, the abolition of the
ancient hereditary monarchy of England
and the substitution OF the commonwealth,
events that must have produced an iu-
fueuce on national feelings, the literature
ot this time will always be of great inter
est. Authors were still select class and
literature, the delight of the nobility, the
learned, the ingenious, had not become
food for the multitude. The ehivalrous
and romantic spirit which prevailed during
the reign Of Elizabeth, had, even before
her death, begun to yield to more practi-
cal views Of life; the long period Of peace
under james, aud the progress Of com
merce, gave scope to domestic improve
ments and fostcred the mechanical powers
rather than the imagination. The reign
OF Charles l. partially revived the style of
the El'zabethau era, but the succeeding
civil war and the protectorate buried
poetry and the drama under the strife and
anxiety OF contending factions.
The Lord Protector had neither time
nor inclination to be patron Of literature.
and his coarse, blunt, bigoted mind would
rather suppress than foster the dissemina-
tion of knowledge, but more especially was
he opposed to the cultivation of what he
denominated false and perverted taste,
including in this sweeping denunciation
poetry, the drama, fiction, in short every
thing IN literature except severe tracts
and extracts from biblical history and
the psalm-book. The years following the
Restoration gave renewed life to genius and
the proudest triumphs Of English poetry,
learning and philosophy belong to this
period. Miltons epic, the greatest poem
which our language can boast; the "Hudi-
bras of Butler; the matchless satire of
Dryden; the strange allegorv of Bunyan:
the strong protestant writings of Jeremy
Taylor and Tillotson, cast halo about the
literature of the l7th century that will
remain to the end of time.
The second volume of this cyclopa lila
Is almost exclusively given to extracts
irom the many writer's of the 18th CEN
tury, and contains sufficient matter to give
the careful reader lucid conception of
the style Of that period. The editor has
drawn upon every class of literature and
under their appropriate heads will be
The Rock Island Argus., 1879-03-11
Masters Sale.

STATEfOF ILLINOIS, ; "a
Rock ISLAND COUNTY, &C
In the Circuit Court, to the January term, A. D.
1S79.-In Chaneery.
Soramus L. Brettun, Complainant, vs. John
Quick, observation-disclosures.
Notice is hereby given that by virtue of decree
of said Court, entered in the above entitled use
on the 18th day Of January, A. ID. 1919, shall on
Saturday, the 22Dd day OF March, A d. 1872 at the
hour of as O'Clock in the afternoon. at the north
door of the Court House, in the city of Rock Isl
and in said county Of Rock Island, TO satisfy said
decree, sell at public vcndue to the highest bidder
for cash in hand those certain parcels of land sit
uate in the County of Rock Island and State OF
illinois, known and described follows, to-Wit -
The northeast quarter of the southwest quarter OF
section numbered one, IN township numbered nine
teen, north range numbered two east; also the
east half of the northwest quarter OF section mum
bered twelve, in the same township; also the un-
divided half OF the west half OF the southwest GUAR
ter of section numbered five; and the northeast
quarter of the southeast quarter of section mum
bered six, both in township numbered nineteen
north range numbered three, east of the fourth
principal meridian.
Dated at Rock Island, Illinois, this 18th day oi
February, A. d. 1879.
HENRY CURTIS, JR.,
Master In Chancery, Rock Island County Ill.
KENwoRTHY & BEARDsLEY,
Complainants Solicitors. 2-13dti
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Masters Sale.

STATE OF ILLINOIS,
Rock ISLAND COUNTY,
In the Circuit Court, to the January term, A. D
1S79.-In Chancery.
soramus L. Brettun, Complainant, vs. John F
Quick, Defendant. t.-Forcclosure.
Notice is hereby given that by virtue of deere,
of said Court entered in the above entitled cause
on the 18th day OF January A. D. 1872, shall, Oh
Saturday the 22d cay OF March, AID 1919 at The houI
of O'Clock in the afternoon, at the north door OF
the Court House, in the city Of Rock Island, in said
county of Rock Island, 10 satisfy said decree, sell
AZ public vendue to the highest bidder for cash in
h&td, that certain parcel of land, situate in the
county of Rock Island and State OF Illinois, known
and described Gs follows, to-wit:-The northeast
quarter of the southeast quarter of section mum.
bered six, in township numbered nineteen, north
range numbered three, east of the fourth principal
meridian
Dated at Rock Island, Illinois, this 18th day oI
February, A. D. 1874.
HENRY CURTIS, JR.,
Master in ChauCery, Rock Island County, III.
KENwoRTHY & BEARDsLEY.
Complainant's Solicitors. 2-13dtd
The Rock Island Argus., 1879-03-11

found extracts from the poets, the prose
writers, the dramatists, the historians and
the theologians. The work is very COM
prehensive and worthy a place in the
library of every person who desires an ac-
auaintance with the great masters OF
English literature.
The volumes will be sent, postpaid by
the publishers for seventy FIVE cents each
or the eight volumes for 81, if paid in ad-
/
The Rock Island Argus., 1879-03-11

Under no circumstances a1ould I enter
into competition to obtain the certificate Of
the canvassing boards in lhe disputed
States, euen those to 1ohich I Jelieoe aot
10ere entitled, except by discussion, argu.
ment, reason, truth, justice. .-PREsIDEN1
SAMUEL j. TnDEN.
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MAssAsoIT HOUSE,

M g. E. S CHAPLIN, SPRINGFIELD, MASS.
The Massasoit House, near the Railroad Stations,
was established in 1913. 1t has been twice en-
Iarged making it three times it's original SIZE and
thoroughly remodeled and refurnished. The large
airy sleeping reoms, furnished with hot and cold
water are cXcelled by none in the country. Spec
ial attention paid to ventilation and all sanitary
improvements. The prOpretors determined
that the world wide reputation of the Massasoit
shall be maintained in all respects
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Spinner. tBreakfast. +Supper.
Advantages Of the r., P. & w. Route,

~ 1t is the ONLY ROUTE RUNNING THRoUGH
DAY COACHES and Reclining Chair Cars from Bur
lingt0n and KeoSuk to Lafayette, Logan. port, Ft
Wayne, Toledo and indianapolis WITHOUT CHANGE
1t IS the ORty Route Running Palace Coaches tC
Toledo WITHOUT CHANGE. The New York Special
has Through Day Coaches from Burlington to La
1ayette WITHOUT CHANGE. The Cincinnati EXPRESS
has reclining Chair Car from Burlington to Indian
apolis, and through Coach from Peoria to Toledo
WITHOUT CHANGE. The Chicago Special EXPIRES,
has Palace Sleeping Car from Peoria to Chicago
WITHOUT CHANGE. Purchase your tickets via this
Fast and Popular Route, securing THROUGH CABS,
| SURE CONNECTIONS and AVOIDING ONE CHANGE OF
CARS TO ALL EASTERN CITIES. BA6aAGE CaECEFD
THROUGH.
Fl. L. HOPKINS, Gen1 Manager,
A. G. TOWNSEND, Gen. Pass & TkrAgti Peoria.
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WESTERN UNION sA1GRoAr.

FOR RACINE s. MILWAUKEE.
IEAyK ARRIVE
r,...,5n MAJ a.n5A 5:45 pm
OSy Jay h1PLce y 2,"s ~ " 10:3O pm 5:50sAM
The night express leaving Rock Island every
sunday night at O:05 connects with the tram arm
oi-,, in Chicago early Monday morning NO lay
80 cbecks given on through tickets from ROCK
stand to Chicago. Through tickets only good on
thistIaIn.
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AT reduced prices Also furnished on government
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INSTRUMENTS for the Treatment and Cure of all
Deformities Add also manufacturers to order
Hip Disease, Weak Ankles, Spinal Curvature, La
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aud support of Varicoss Veins, Weak, Swollen or
liberated Limbs, Corpuleney, Abdominal Weak
ness and Tumors illustrated Catalogue sent on
application. 107 Wisconsin Street, Milwaukee
Wisconsin
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Hotels.
PEORIA HOUSE,
Esst corner Public Square,
CHAs. A. DBANE, Proprietor,
Rates reduced 10 g OC: s. 50; s. 90 per day.
NEWHALL HOUSE

JF. ANTISDEL Proprietor.
The present proprietors Of this Elegant Hote
have spared neither money or pains in furnishing
and improving the house; and with the improved
Otis Elevator recently put in 1t cannot be exeeIec
for convenience and comfort to the travelling public
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zocy ISLAND B PEORIA RAILWAY.

rxAvr ARRIVE.
.On m Way Freight 2:30 IN F'ht & Accom- on
g2O =" Fast Express. 1910 p m Mall and Express
:55 D m Mail and Exp's. $50 = Fast Express.
$50 " F'ht & Accom'n 4:45 Way FIRE ght.
The so m train makes close connection at
Galva with C & Q for points west; arriving at
Galesburg at 100 IN; at Burlington 7:15 m; at
Keokpk 1925 IN; and at Quincy $40 p IN; also
making close connection at Peor with Il w
and 7 P i W roads for all points east and south.
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leave Rock Island at 100 m, II 80 IA, and $40
pm. Arriving at Gable at II 10 M, li50 P IN,
and sos m.
leave Cable at $50 q m, 1918 IN and 3 rs p m
Arriving at Rock Island at Sis q. m, 80 p. m
and 500 d m.
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the Throat ever brought before the pub
lie. For children it is the best remedy in
the world. For sale by druggists.
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Passengers carried on Freight trains as doIiows:
EAST .......4:45 WEST. .-.:; ;lO:Io III
GEO. M. LOOSELY, Agent, Rock Island.
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Commissions, and all Nervous diseases. For
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cine Company, South 7th street, St. Louis,
The Rock Island Argus., 1879-03-11

II WOULD scoRN AND CONDEMN MY
"RIdHTEoUs TITLE IF THE DEMOCRATIC
"PARTY HAD SECURED MY SEAT BY
FRAUD. "-Pfesider.t Samuel j. Tilden.
The Windham County reformer. (Battleboro, Vt.) 1876-1897, 1879-05-30
Graalav and Vanderbilt.

A good story is told in connection with
the recent payment of $4,000, with in
terest, which Horace Greeley had loaned
to Cornelius J. Vanderbilt, after the old
Commodore had stopped off the supplies
of his son. When the Commodore heard
of it he became very angry and assum-
ing that Mr.. Greeley had loaned the
money mainly in the belief that he (the
COMMODORE would repay it, determined
not to pay it, as warning to others not
to lend money to his wayward son. AT
ter thinking over it. he set off in high
dudgeon to see Mr.. Greeley and give
him piece of his Lind about it. MIR.
Greeley was very busy when the Com
modore came putting and indignant into
his Office In his usual bluff, impetuous
way, the Commodore said "Mr. Greeley,
I understand you've been lending my son
Cornell money!" Mr.. Greeley, looking
up quickly, and then almos5 instantly re-
suming his work. replied, in his usual
drawing way, Eyes, Commodore, I've
let him have some money" "You have,
ehp" bluffed in the Commodore, ''you
have-well, want you to understand
that shan't pay you cent OF it," Mr..
Greeley ran his spectacles up on his
brows, stopped writing for moment,
and, turning full face on the Comma.
dore, fairly yelled o0t, You Won t. ebP
Well, who the deuce asked you to pay it?
l didn't, did IP" Greeley dropped his
glasses over his eyes and bent again to
| his work. The Commodore, nonplussed
and boiling over with fury, steamed out
| of the Office, and it was a matter OF ru-
NOR that the two men were never after
ward on as good terms as they had pre-
viously been.
The Windham County reformer. (Battleboro, Vt.) 1876-1897, 1879-05-30
WOoDFORID.

= Rev. t. G. Reed delivers the decora-
ton day address at Bennington to-day.
Blacksmith Robertson was favored
with surprise terpsichorean hop the
other evening.
Two interesting services at the I'm
ion church last Sunday. Salem Town
ofliciated.
F. p. Bowles, formerly n resident of
this town, has become the proprietor Of
the Grafton, Center, Mass, hotel.
Camping out on the banks of Lake
George is nothing compared to the ex-
perience of piscatorians in the same line
here last week.
Philip Eagan. a young lad from
Troy, living with the Messrs. Briggs al
Searsburg, was run over by heavy load
of lumber the other day and perhaps ia
tally injured.
james Morrissey and John Mcclure
hired team ut Bennington on Sunday
and being drunk when they returned it,
smashed the windows of the livery stable
office and also of n saloon. No arrests.
When j. w. Hagar drove on to the
platform at the railroad crossing with a
| load of charcoal last Friday, the under
pinning gave away. precipitating him
self, team, wagon and all to the ground,
a distance of IA feet. Mr.. II. had leg
broken in two places besides other bodi-
" injuries. The horses were quit badly
hurt, and the wagon demolished.
FACTORY POINT.
The school house has been treated
to coat of paint.
The June term of Bennington
county court will be held here next
week, Judge Dunton presiding.
Mr.. S. E. Thayer, who is running
the hotel for l.. D. Thayer of Brattebo.
ka.is doing fine business.
The Manchester band consisting Of
eighteen pieces are favoring us with
some very fine music. They meet fol
practice twice week.
! Decoration day will be observed by
a parade of the G. A. r. Post, engine
company and Manchester band, and an
address by Col. A. f. Walker of Rut
land. In the afternoon the engine com
pany 90 to No. Bennington to take part
in decoration services there. Supt
White carries the boys free of charge.
F. H. Orvis, proprietor of the Pala
ka House Florida, and Equinox house
Manchester, has returned from Florid;
and reports very successful winter
He is renov sting the Equinox and put
ting things in order for the summer sea
son.
The Windham County reformer. (Battleboro, Vt.) 1876-1897, 1879-05-30

OF all the mean characters that have come I'M
der our observation, the meanest ofall is the dys-
peptic cynic to whom grumbling has become a
second nature. The weather is always too hot or
too dry; the meat is too rare OF too thoroughly
cooked too fat or too lean-in short he grumhes
about everything from his coffee to Congress He
is always in want of something he has not and
forever diseontented with whatever he has. Con
trariness is his distinguishing trait &c his wife
desires TO spend an evening with friend he in
sists upon staying at home. He warns all his
bachelor friends to beware Of matrimony His
brain is so full Of whims and crochets, there is
little room for reason or sense But the dyspep-
tic cynic reaches the acme OF disseFoeablencss
when diseased liver has supplemented the
grumbling by hypochondria. Then the Slightest
unpleasant circumstance Is maguifed into some
thing momentous and terrible The victim he
comes distrstful Of his best friends and all sorts
Of imaginary evils haunt the weakened brain
This picture Is not overdrswn. rs thousands Of
homes can aiisSt-hemes in which domestic hap
pines and harmony have been wrecked by
nothing more Than a dysPePtic and chronic dis
ease % the liver. Given sound stomach and a
heslthfnl liver and the results viii smost in
variabiy be health and chez fsl temper Dr.
Pierces Golden Medical Discovery and Purrative
Pellets are unfsning remedies COZ ali chronic die
eases Of the stomach and liver Druggists marx
them As the most popular dumesiic rcmedies on
their list
The Windham County reformer. (Battleboro, Vt.) 1876-1897, 1879-05-30

Gov. Redfeld Proctor, John A. Shell
don, and James II. Dyer, of Rutland,
were appointed committee last JAN
uary to obtain the names of soldiers
buried throughout the state whose graves
are unmarked, and over whom Congress
has authorized the erection of headstones.
They request all persons having any
knowledge of the burial places of United
States soldiers in private cemeteries,
whose graves are not marked, to COM
municate with them betore June 18th,
and give the regiment, company, and
date Of death of deceased, if known.
Similar information is desired from par
ties in charge of such cemeteries. This,
they say, sin all probability will be the
only opportunity Of hauing headstoneS
furnished By The Government, and we
trust none of the towns in our state will
fail to take advantage of it." Address
any one of these three gentlemen.
The Windham County reformer. (Battleboro, Vt.) 1876-1897, 1879-05-30

The breaking out of open war between
Chill and Bolivia did not take any one
interested in South American politics by
surprise. That had been only question
of time for some years back. But it was
not by any means so clear why Chill,
with one antagonist already on its hands.
should have declared war against Peru,
too. The explanation is now vouchsafed.
Peru had contracted a secret defensive
alliance with Bolivia, at a time when il
was protesting the most cordial friend
ship for Chill. II had carefully kept this
fact from the knowledge of the Gillian
Government. As late as this spring its
Envoy in Chill assured the Gillian Min
lister of Foreign Affairs that he did not
know of any such treaty. and did not
believe in its existence. When the truth
came out, Chill bad no choice but to de-
clare wal against her perfidious neighbor,
who was, moreover. bound to fight her
in any case.
The Windham County reformer. (Battleboro, Vt.) 1876-1897, 1879-05-30

River, Mass, has just died at the age of
1902, leaving widow two years bis SEN
Tor. Mrs. Mary Trowbridge of Bos-
ton, aged 101, died Sunday--Mrs. A.
r. Bigelow of Colchester. Conn.,, got in
to feather-bed during recent thunder
storm to escape the lightning, but
stroke followed her up. set the pillow on
fire, made her unconscious and badly
burned her hands.--A high-lfe scan
dial is causing something of sensation
at Hartford. Ct. Rev. j. B. r. Walker. a
retired minister, well-known throughout
the state us a brilliant writer, thinker
and preacher, has been sued for divorce
by his wife, who accuses him Of adultery,
cruelty and general misconduct. He has
filed CT oss bill, and the trial will come
off in the fall.--Henry j. Cornell of
Petersham, Mass, committed suicide by
hanging at Dana, Monday morning.
Domestic unhappiness caused by his
drinking habits is understood to be the
cause, his wife, to whom he was fondly
attached, having recently left him. The
suicide followed Immediately upon a
visit to her at her mothers. The Hay
denville, Mass, savings bank, after a
suspension of more than year. resumed
business Tuesday. The bank claims
now not only to be able to pay its depos-
itors in full but to have a surplus divi-
dend for distribution next January.
The Windham County reformer. (Battleboro, Vt.) 1876-1897, 1879-05-30

THE New York Tribune is fond of
calling the new California constitution
"the Nihilist instrument" and it follows
the London Times in saying that sit is
wilder than anything set forth by the
Paris Commune" This is all nonsense.
This constitution is wrong, and probably
conflicts with the national constitution
as regards the Chinese, and it is undoubt-
edly a little too radical in matters of
taxation. But it is no further wrong in
oppression of corporations and capitalists
than most states are in favCritism to
them. Men like Jay Gould have run
things outrageously in California for
several years, and they are now only
being paid off in their own coin.