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The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
All winter clothing atcost at NJ. stiefcl Il Cos
Bribery--or what?

The supply committee of the Board OF Super
vsors were directed to give the job of furnishing
the county with blank books to the lowest bid
der, and the committee asked for bids but what
was the use of going through that farce, when
Mr. Brown, the Peru member of the committee,
and Mr. Eads, the Streator member, had made
up their minds beforehand to give the job to Cul-
vcr Page IL Hoyne, of Chicago, who were repre-
scented here by Mr.. Page, to buttonhole the com
mittce? He must have succeeded to his entire
satisfaction, at least with Mr.. Brown, who cham
pioned his cause like hired advocate. The re-
suit was The job yesterday morning was given to
the Chicago tirm notwithstanding my bid was
lower than that of Culver, Page ~ Hoync. Now,
if Mr. Brown received nothing from Mr.. Page,
this anxiety to serve him at the expense of the
county looks, to say the least, suspicious. What
does La Sale county owe Chicago, or Culver,
Page IL Hoyne that they should be favored in
this way? What inducement is there to come
and start manufactures or business Of any kind
here when our own mechanics are thus sighted
to favor outside parties bynot only paying high
sr prices, but express charges in addition, for
work that can be done as well and cheaper at
home? The Board of Supervisors owe it to them.
selves and the people to appoint supply com
mttec that will give home manufacturers and
dealers at least an even chance and square deal.
JOHN GROSS.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

When Brndlc, or Bess or Spot, shows the
slightest signs Of sickness do you not take i'm
mediate mcasurs to relieve herr So, too when
Billy and Kit, your favoritc colts betray symp-
toms of disease, you search the "Farrier'' for the
indicated malady and its remedy, or it may be
YOU summon the nearest veterinary surgeon. All
very wise and pradent this But is not that all
ing or daughter far dearer to yon than all the
horses and cattle in your stables? Yet for weeks,
it may be months, or even year, he or she has
complained of a sense of languOr, or drOwsincss,
and debility with occasional headachc-the sure
fOrcrunners of disease Or it may be the face,
once blooming with the hucs that only health
and the pure, invigorating country air can give,
has become pallid and the eyes unnaturally
bright. You may have noticed the slight dry
cough at early morning and night and have at
tributed il to a cold. Do not delay to secure the
proper means for relief. months neglect may
cost you Il lifetime OF remorse. Read the Peo-
pies Common Sense Medical Adviser endorsed
by the NHD YoTk T,Tb,t1c as q b0ok for the plop,D,
in which you will find complete description OF
causes, symptoms, and proper do
nestle treatment. Sixth revised edition tncarly
1,0O0 pages, $3.50. Address the author, X. V.
Pierce, NJ. d., Worlds Dispcnsary and Inyalid'-
Hotel, Buffalo, ~ Y.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The Promenade Concert Of last Tuesday eve
ming for the benefit of Prof. krommcr was not
so successful as anticipated The audience num-
bercd 100 or more, so that the benefit pecunarily
was something. But Prof. Bernhard on reaching
the building suddenly taken i'll so severely
as to be unable to take part in the concert The
programme was thus necessarily brolicnup, only
four numbers being played These were well
given and highly pleasing to the audience The
rest Of the evening was spent in dancing, for
which the music was perfect.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
Take Warning!

Directly around each bronchial tube where it
enters the lungs are about 10000 minute air cells
in the entire lungs 600,OO0,OO0. \ slight cold
producing bronchial Inflammation, gathering OF
phlegm and Il slight difficulty in breathing quick
" involves the 10000 air cells, and finally, if not
remedicd, the whole GOO,OOO,0OO become cloggcd
with pus which must be healed or life will soon
terminate The worlds great lung remedy, DR..
KINGS New DIsCOvEEY for Consumption, readily
heals and permanently cures the very worst cases
of lung diseases, coughs colds, tickling in ihc
throat asthma, hoarecncss and difficulty of hrra-
thing in the shortest time possible. Trial bottle
ten cents. For sale by +. Y, Griggs, Ottawa. 90
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

With Shiloh, Consumption Cure you can cure
yourself. 1t has established the fact that Con
sumption can bc cured, while for Coughs, Bron-
chitis, Whoaping Cough, Asthma, and all dis
eases Of Throat and Lungs, II Is absolutely with.
out an equal. Two doses will relieve ycUr child
Of Group, it is pleasant to take and perfectly
harmless, to the youngest child, and no mother
can aiiold to DC without il. You c.,, usg tao
thirds Of u bottle and If what we say is not true
We will refund the price paid Price 10 cts 30 els.
and Sl.00 per bottle IF your Lung, a,c Sore oI
chest or back lame U-g SLilOh', Porous Plaster.
Sold by FORBES &GEH"ING, Ottawa, III.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
Don't fail to call and see the bargains now Of
fercd at NJ. Stiefcl d Cos.

The question, ''When shall we hear Miss Will
lard"' which has been so eagerly asked by many
representative people of the community, is final
ly answered: Thursday, Jan. 3O is the day de
cided upon" Miss Wizards reputation for elo-
quencc, culture and zeal, especially in the tem-
perance work. is not confined to one city, or even
state Washington, Boston, Chicago and other
leading places have accorded her right to the
front ranks of our lecturers, and the crowded
houses that have always greeted her is sutli-
cient testimonial of her ability. Let the people
of Ottawa, not only for their personal grattca-
ton, but for the good of the cause she so ably
represents add another name to the list, testify
ing their appreciation Of the genius and clo-
quencc of this most gifted woman. Further no
tices from the press in the future issues will cor
roborate these statements, and in the meantime
will not our citizens do what they can to encour-
age the Ladies' Reform Club by every means in
their power in making this lecture grand sue
cess financially? The admission fee is but p
cts; the lecture to be given in the Congrega-
tiOnal Church.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

sad and fatal accident occurred on the c., b.
& O. railroad in this city on last Monday evening,
by which George Ford, aged 10 years, lost his
life He was climbing on the cars as the o'clock
coal-train was standing on the side track, when
sudden jerking of the train threw him under
the cars, which ran over him. One leg was
broken and terribly smashed just at the thigh
and the other from the knee down. He was car
ried home, and doctors called, but they could do
nothing but relieve his pain until he died, some
hours later
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
Bargains must sell overcoats at Sticlel u Cos.
True Remedy for Hard Times!

Stop renting, stop paying ten per cent. interest
go to Nebraska where you can buy good lands
from 50 to $40 per acre, on ten years time, inter
est 3 to e per cent. . to 40 per cent discount
for cash a country that is settling rapidly, hay-
ing all the advantages of good society, churches,
school houses, the best of soil, good markets,
excellent water, tine clear running streams, and
Il climate noted for its healthfhlness. For full
particulars, pamphlets, sectional maps, circulars,
prices of round trip, and one way tickets, freight
on stock, household goods, &c, call on or ad-
dress 5. NJ. KNoX Il Son, Princeton, H., Agents
of Land Dept c., b. " Q. and b. & NJ K. T., or
r. W. BUCHANAN, Agent, at Ottawa, III.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
Still Going on!

The clearing out sale at H. j. GlLLEN's contin-
ucs with unabated vgor and is attracting hume
rous purchasers on account of the great bargains
offered in winter goods. The lines OF Blankets,
Cloaks, Flannels, etc, is especially low-sold at
really runous prices. In all other lines the house
offers similar reductions, which will be found ad-
vantageous to all classes Of buyers.
Remember that in no department will Mr. Gillen
be undcrsold. At least call and examine prices.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
A New Literary Magazine.

The Dollar Magazine of current foreign lltera
ture is announced by the AMERICAN Book Ex.
CHANGE, 55 Beekman street, New York, the first
number to appear January 18th. 1t will be siml.
lar in character to the well known Lntelrs Lirinq
ige and Eclectic Ndgazlt0, containing, in a years
numbers, about one.third as much matter rs the
former, and four-ffths us much as the latter.
Monthly, l2S pages, Sl00 year. Specimen
number sent for six cents postage.
Single copies for sale and subscriptions re-
ceived by Osman " Hapeman.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The TT. Rev. J. II. McLarcn, Bishop of this di-
ocese, visited Christ Church, Ottawa, on Wednes-
day evening, and after preaching a very able ser.
mon confirmed a class of seven. 1t was his sec
ond visit within y year. The evening was SO
stormy as to prevent the attendance of several
candidates for confirmation, as also materially TO
lessen the congregation, though the attendance
under the circumstances was fair.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

MARRIED.-On Thursday evening Jan. 10th,
by Rev John Ellis, at the residence of the
brides parents in this city, Mr.. FREDEBIcK
HARRINGTON and Miss ANNA LOGAN, daughter
of Alderman H. J. Logan. The wedding was
attended by only few of the friends of the con-
tracing parties, and a very pleasant evening was
enjoyed. Besides the hearty congratulations
and wishes for happy future, the bride receiy
ed number of material remembrances from
her friends
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Six trampo were arrested in Mendoza on last
Friday evening for stealing five pairs Of boots
and two overcoats Five Of them escaped in some
way and the sixth, after examination, was re-
mandcd to the Ottawa Jail, but while on his way
here he also escaped by jumping from the train
on the Central road H. it was entering la Sale.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Petitions are being circulated through the
county asking the state legislature to submit the
question of license or no license in any place or
at any time, to the people of the state, The women
of lawful age to have n vote on such question.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The businesss men OF the city, it is hoped, will
not neglect the meeting called for next Monday
evening at the court house to rcorganzc the
Business Mems Association. The object Of the
Association is to make known as widely as posi-
BILE the advantage Of this city as place of resi-
dcnce and manufacturing town, upon which she
depends for future growth and prosperity. All
should be interested in this purpose, and should
lend their aid to make the project succeed. Let
everYOne attend.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Judge Locey, of the La Sale City Court, re.
fuses to be candidate for reelection He thinks
it wrong that the courts expenses must be borne
by the city, and will oudcavor to have the city
court act amended that at least the Judges sal.
AIRY and jury fees shall be paid out of the state and
county treasures.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The Boys Working Club, sustained by the La
dies Christian Temperance Union of Peru, began
the winter term on Saturday. The boys az only
in class are taught carpenters work and scroll
saving at the low price Of 10 cents per week, or
srce i they can pay nothing.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
Closing Out at Cost.

Twill close out my entire stock of ready-made
clothing at cost, as wish to enlarge my tailor
ing department and contine myself to merchant
tailoring alone. Now is the time TO secure bar
gains Remember the place, VIM. Trabings,
Opera House Block, Ottawa, III.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The mild weather Of last Sunday and the mag
niticcnt ice Of the rivers at the mouth Of Fox
river, was very tempting to skaters, and in con-
sequence on sunday afternoon the ice was Gov
cred with young men and boys. The fishermen
were also on hand.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The past week has been quite lively one so
ciay On last Saturday evening pleasant card
party and candy pull was given by Mrs. Mon
trose at the Clifton Hotel. On Monday evening,
party of dozen or fifteen couples went out by
sleigh to the residence Of Col. WI. Gibson in
Rutland, where most Jolly time was had; ana
on Wednesday evening a similar party were out
at Mrs f. W. Curtiss in the town OF Wallace
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Adam Coonrod tied his team the other day in
front OF store in Mendoza, and left it. When he
returned he found the sleigh relieved of new
hat and vest, photograph album, jewclry and
other items he had deposited in it,
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

A neat runaway occurred on La Sale st. yes
tcrday. We failed to learn the name of the owner
of the team, but he drove massive grey horses.
The tongue of the sled had fallen down, striking
the horses heels They went up La Sale street
con the fly" and no one seemed inclined toques-
tion their right OF way. Near the post office the
man was thrown out and the box deposited in the
street, at Colwel's the runners were shed, and at
Turner Hall the horses separated. The man fl
nally succeeded in getting his property together
again.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Mr.. r. Debolt, of Rutland, had horse stolen
from his place on last Friday night. Fifty dol
lars are offered for the return of the horse and
capture of the thief, or $25 for the horse 1t was
seven years old, white star on forehead, white on
one foot and light tail.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

On Friday last the miners working in Langley
X Lemons shaft, at Streator, numbering about
seyenty-tive, struck, and posted printed bills re-
questing all miners to stay away FROM this shaft
until the existing difficulties were settled. The
trouble arose from shortage in weights. II is al
legged by the miners that fully one-third their
labor is wasted in screening aud weighing. On
Tuesday the differences were adjusted, and all
the miners went TO work again.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The epicurean is quite thrown into ecstacics at
the sight Of We icc.wagon loaded with the crystal
luxury. Thought. Of mint-julcp., sherry cob
blcrs. ciarct punches and sch surge through his
luxurious Imagination, aud lao luug,th for the
days when it will be % in the shade and specie
resumption in his leathcr-lined pockets.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Last week Monday n workman in Streator
mine, through his own mistake, was nearly flat
tened out to paper thickness 10y having 900 b..
cage Z" sit down on him" He is cared for by the
l. o. o. F. and 4. o. L. W. fratcrntics.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
GOODS
RETAILED
WHOLESALE
PRICES.

For necessary have decided to close
entire stock of TEAS, GROCERIES, FLOUR PRO
VISIONS. &c, at Wholesale Prices. This Is an OPP
pcrtunity every should avail themselves OF lay in
supply OF goods cheaper than sold in this market
1t is impossible quote the prices Of all our goods and the
trade will ind their advantage to call at our store ANY
buying t of goods OF the next sixty days WILL
GET BARGAIN. In a decline occurs In goods our
prices are always lowered correspondinGly We quote:
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Bowman has somewhere said that "having dis
cardcd all outside work as Il servant of the dear
people, he resumes his position in the gallery
sc. We have noticed the good effects of this
step in many ways; but the great improvement
of his photos, cabinets, &c, over his past excel
lent work, is especially to De noted. The work
we saw was certainly as fine as any shown any
where. and indicates that Bowman is still in the
van of photographers in this neck of the woods.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Lostant shipped 43 carloads of hogs in Dccem
Der and 10 loads in January up to the 10th. Dur
ing the same time Tonca shipped 10i carloads o.
hogs and carloads Of cattle.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

For the first time in three years, all the coal
mines of Streator are running. On last Monday
week the Vermillion Go. opened shaft No. with
100 miners. The receipts for coal are put at $1,000
per day, and tho town is beginning to be pros
no apain
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
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The heavy snow storm oi wednesday has given
a new lease Of life to the slcighng in the city,
which had become about worn out and again the
streets are filled with fine turnout- and lively
with jingling bells.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

On Monday evening temperance sociablc was
held at the residence of Hon. c. d. Trmblo, on
and most enjoyable evening was spent in con
versation, with music, and superb refreshments
wpr served
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Al Cost.
The public should remember that Hull X Bar
tells are closing out their elegant stock of furs at
first cost.
SHIRTs--Thcy are, by the way, agents for the
celebrated Wilson Bros. shirts. They are war
rantcd frst.class in make and quality of goods,
and good fits are guaranteed Messrs. HUI "
Bartels will, Of course, give YOU the best figures
to be had for dozen, half dozen or any numtcr
See samples ut their store.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
Orsrcoats at cost az NJ. stiefel 4 Cos.

On Wednesday, at A. NJ. two freight trains on
the Rock Island road collided at Utica. The en-
gines were rendered useless and number of cars
badly damaged. The cause was misplaced
switch 80 one was reported hurt
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Bowman was caned by the Red Ribboncrs on
Tuesday evening last-a gold headed fellow, in
consideration Of his eminent services, &c. 1t was
q Gift from the gentlemen of the Club and took
''the ubiquitous" completely by surprse.-lt has
not been mentioned, by the way, that the ladies
of the Club on X-mas presented him with
an elerant easy chair.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Mothers need not be kept awake nights by the
incessant coughing of their children If they have
DR.. Marshall's Lung Syrup at hand, and give one
or two doses in season, Price ony - cts. Sold
by NJ Kncussl
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Martin Keim has the sole agency for Ottawa OF
Phil Bests Premium Milwaukee Lager Beer. De.
livered free 10 all parts Of the city.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Lostant, to-day, will undergo the agonies of Il
discussion of the question, Are the obligations
of secret societies binding?" They'd better ask
the Ph-Apha- Rho -Tau's.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Have you Dyspepsia, are you Cons'patod, have
you a Yellow skin, Loss Of Appetite, Headache,
- 81. don't fail to use SNILOH'S SYSTEM VI
TALLER. II Is guaranteed 10 relieve you, and
will Won continue TO suffer when YOU can be
cured on such terms a. these Price 10 cts. and
- cts. sold by foRRE~ " NGEHRING, Ottawa, III.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
PHILLIPS BROS,

Opposite Opera House, Ottawa.
DOOyS AND JOB RINIING or
avery descrptIon done neatly correctly and at the
owest prices. give call and We Will ehdeayor 70 give
y no entirp a abstraction. OSNAA e HAPENdN.
, ' West of Court HoUs
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Mr.. b. b. Reynolds, late Of this county, now Of
Monticello, Ind, We see by the Austin stat"
Gaztte is at the Texan capital to vindicatc the
memory Of his brother, Dr. John p. Reynolds,
who, as our readers know, fell at the massacre
of the Alamo while serving under David Crock
EFT in the defense Of the liberties Of Texas. DR..
Reynolds had gone volunteer from Tennessee
to Texas, filled with devotion to the freedom Of
Texas, and he died as he lived, willing sacrifice
to the liberties of the people. Texas will be un-
true to herself and to patriotism should snc re
fuse to vindicatc the memory Of so gallant and
heroic a man.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The Whist Club will meet at the residence Of
Judge Eldrcdge on the west side on Friday eve
ming, Jan. oath.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Get your Diaries for 1879 in all styles, at Os
man IL IIapcman's.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
lsucklen's ArniCa Salye.

The Best SATIRE in the World for Cuts, Bruises,
Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rhcum, letter, Chapped
Hands, Chilblains, Corns, and all kinds of Skin
Eruptions. This Salve is guaranteed to give per
feet satisfaction in every case or money refunded
Price % cents per box. For sale by f. Y. Griggs,
Ottawa, Ills.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

New slate pencil sharpeners, at Osman &
llapeman's.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Mendoza editors tie their ears back IN 4 bow
knot under their chins TO protce, them from the
frost
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Lock Il at La Sale is beius repaired by Mr.
Titus. assistant canal superintendent.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The Oriental Block in Strcator was sold last
week for the mortgages for $3.50; original
cost, $50 600
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
'welye lins Of Agate make onr square.

Twelve lins of Agate make one square.
Advertisements not under must he plainly marked
the length time desired they will be continued ana
charged for until ordered out
Business and professional card. no exceeding hVe llnts
inserted dollars per annun. over tvc lines one do
lar per line extra.
Transient advertising in all eases to be paid strictly IN
advance.
lE Yearly advertisers dscontnung their advertisements
before expiration of the contract will be charged the full
rates as above charge will also he made for disso
ton other notices not connected with their regular
business
Local notices, fifteen cents per line
sF- In no case will these terms be departed from.
sE- The date the slip which the Subscribers name
printed indicates the time when the subscription expires
Persons who have paid for the FREE TRADER should be
careful notice the date the slip corresponds to the
which they have paid and at once notify the publish
.nrs of any discrepancy.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

WOOD SPIRAL.-A new article for Ornamental
purposes at Osman IL lIapeman's.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Woodford county orders are selling for 30 cents
on the dollar
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The Address farm pear Mendoza was sold last
week for Sl2, 600: 200 acres at S64 per acre.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Wells Persian Perfume "HACKMETACK' H.
rich and fragrant Try il. Sold by FoHUE' Il
GEHRING, Ottawa, III.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Now is the time to buy clothing cheap at NJ
at " Stiefel Il Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
everyone attend.

Now is the time to buy clothing cheap at NJ.
Stefel ,S Co.'S
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

The Ottawa Relief Association has during the
past month assisted nine families by providing
food, clothing and coal as circumstances required
Donations Of provisions, clothing and bed cloth
ing are earnestly solicited. Any person know.
ing cases of destitution will confer favor by in.
forming the association. Application for aid can
be made each Tuesday al half past two o'clock,
al the committee rooms, Sherwood's Block.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Be sure to call for DR.. Marshalls Lung Syrup
if you are troubled with q bad cough or cold. II
relieves after taking the first dose. Sold by NJ.
Kncussl.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

:" wiu-.r clothing at east a. ". sticfel * Cos.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Four children Of Lewis Foglcr Of Strcator,
three girls and one boy, came near losing their
lives on Monday last by being poisoned. Il is
alleged that a doctor administered poisonous
medicine by mistake, in place Of medicine for
colds, with which the children were all sick.
Other physicians were quickly called and the
chdren's lives saved by proper treatment.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
Al Cost.

BARGAINS, Must sell overcoats at cost at NJ
Stcfel X Cos.
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18

Chew Jackson's Best Sweet Navy Tobacco
The Ottawa free trader., 1879-01-18
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