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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
The Little cOnstOck Mining Company


The Davenport Democrat 10 writing OF
Dr. Adams who was recently in this vi
entity as the agent of the Little Comstock
Mining Co., OF Silver Greek. COL. says
The more one hears of the Little Com
stock Mining and Milling COMPANY" the
more one becomes convinced that Dr. W.
l. Adams who manipulated the stock here
has big thing on his hands Since the
publication of the report Of Messrs. Bur
dick and Lynch. who went to Silver Cliff
in the interest of the Davenport Stock
holders. we have r, ccived letters from
GrinIell and Atlantic, which show that
unless DIR. Adams returns the cash sub
scriptions ID those towns as be did in
Davenport, NUN erous people will be badly
lett
Ii appears that after the Doctor had
finished his subscriptic0 in Davenport
or rather alter the investigating e. muittee
had reported on their missioD-he wen; to
Griuneti and worked the stCck up nicoiy
there. He sold 1925 shares at $3.50 each
taking in over 81, 500 cash. and Thea re-
turned to Davenport to see the com mittee.
Previously. letter from Atlantic says.
he had operated 10 that brisk little city,
and secured subscriptions of stock to the
amount of $l0,Oo0l And received con-
siderable money, tool Now the Atlantic
letter wants to know tbs doctors address,
But the Grinnei people are less patient
and more practical than the Atlantic peo-
pie, it would SEEM They thought that
after the doctor had returned the money
TO the Davenport folks he would call upon
them and deliver their cash also. But he
didn't. And they sent an agent to Daven-
port to interview Or. Adams. The iagent
arrived on Christmas day, but the doctor
was non est. He had taken an eastern
train when he left Davenport. why
didn't he come to Grinuel?' was the CO.
nundrum propouuded by the agent Of the
college town; but nobody could answer.
The agent put for Chicago that night. ex-
pectipg to see the doctor on Sunday-and
he promised to let his friends here know
the result as soon as he. had seen the Doc
tor. When he left Davenport. DIR. Adams
requested his mail to be forwarded TO the
Sherman House, Chicago-but the Grin
nell agent has never sent word as to
whether he found him there or not. He
intended to demand the money he aud his
neighbors and friends had paid the
doctor The fact is, the doctor needn't
pay it unless he wants to-as he has
enough of mine to justify the organization
OF a company.
There'H be mourning in Grinnel and
Atlantic if the cash subscriptions are not
returned.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
Notice

Owing to the fact that small pox is now
prevalent in Chicago aud that railroad
Communication is a fertile means OF trans
hitting the disease, all persons who have
not been vaccinated, or within tho last
seven years, should be vaccinated at once.
By order of the
BOARD OF HEALTH
Rock Island, Dec. %, 1880
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
sucklin'e Arn,ca saIve.

The best Salve in the World for Cuts
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum,
Fever Sores, letter. Chapped Hands,
Chilblains, Corns, and all kinds of
Skin Eruptions. This Salve is guar
every case or money refunded, Price
20 Cents per Box. For sale by: G,
6naidel
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Better and cheaper than q Doctor
Moffat's Life Pills. The quickest cure for
Burns land Lcalds-Pages Climax Salve.
1t draws out the pain and heals without
scar. For sale by Druggists every
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

If you suffer from looseness of the
bowels, ANGosTURA BITFERs will surely
cure you Beware of counterfeits and ask
your druggist for the genuine article. pre-
pared by DR.. j. G. B. Siegert Il Sons.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Stockton. 10 Dav1ess Co., Aug. 10, 1873.
Dear Sir:--Haying used your Indian Blood Syr-
up for the last three years, fully satisfied that
IL is efficient remedy, and can recommend 1t to
all my friends for Purifying the Blood and Con-
stipation. 1t is much more agreeable than any
other Physlc l have eyer taken, as it relieves the
sufferer instead of causing him pain ent!eat all
my afflicted friends to give your Syrup trial.
MISS GRACE TUCKER.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Bleak, chilly March and Novenber are
the two worst months of the yesr for
those suffering with pulmonary diseases
Keep DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup near by and
such sufferers will be atle to brave the
cough weather without danger. Price %
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
Hard Coal,

The best quality of screened all raj
hard coal delivered at $3.50 per ton fol
nut, and 80 90 per ton for all other sizes
Northern Line Office.
nov29tf q. Fl. SPEAKER,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

The record of the Probate Court con
tains the following;
28-Estate of Joseph r Sexton, de-
ceased. Order discharging executors and
closing estate,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Our LADIES FRIEND is the most relia-
bic of any female preparation, and only
costs fifty oentis per bottle. Sold by Z.
Speidel. Rock Island and Richards Il
Sohrheok Moline
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Illustrated Marriage Guide. 200 pages.
cloth and gilt binding, SO cents: same in
paper covers, % cents. Manhood, 10
cents; Wemanhood, 10, cents: Pamphlet,
cents-securely sealed, by mail, Send
money or postage stamps. DR.. WHITTIER.
the great specialist. cit st. Charles
St. Louis, Mo
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

For any burn, bruise, sore or in1amma~
ton, external or internal, apply Trask 8
Magnetic Ointment. If it succeeds. tell
your friends; if it don't the price will be
refunded.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
For Sale very Cheap.

A Combination Billiard and Pool table 10
perfect order with 20 ivory balls. the out
1T for $3.50. Call on L. Hubbard. cor. &c
st. and 4 ave, Rock Island. 29dti
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

LYDIA Z. PINKHAM's VEGETABLE CON-
POUND has done thousands OF women
more good than the medicines of many
doctors 1t is a positive cure for all ie-
male complaints. Send to Mrs. Lydia +.
pinkham
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
LOCAL COLUMN.
Z CARD.

To all who are suffering from the errors and in
dscretions OF youth, nervous weakness. early decay
loss OF manhood, &c. will send recipe that will
cure you, FREE OF CHARGE. This great remedy
was discovered by missionary in South America
Send self addressed envelope to the REV. JOSIAH
T. IMAM, Station D, New York City.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Plum River, Stockton DO Daviess Co., Ills.1S79.
Dear Slr:-I was afflicted with distress in my
Stomach-at times it was almost impossible for me
TO endure it. / tried numerous medicines, but
found no relief until my husband procured some of
your Indian Blood Syrup, which to my great sur
prise cured me. My health was never better than
now, and think your medicine is the best remedy
ever introduced. CLARA E. LAWRENCE.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Our LADIES FRIEND for female com
plants. never known to fail. Only fifty
cents bottle. Sold by G. Speidel. Rock
Island and Richards & Sohrbeek, Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Y on cant come H." said a customer tc
q druggist who endeavored to palm off his
own mixture when DR., Bulls Cough
Syrup.was asked for, and Bulls be got
Price 25 cencs-a bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
oH1LLs AND FEVER CURED.

Truro. Knox, Co.. Ills.
Dear Sir:-This is to certify that your Indian
Blood Syrup has cured me of Chills and Fever
now feel better than l have for five years, and
highly recommend your medicine.
EDWIN THOLOMB.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Duncan, Stark Co., Ills
Dear Sir:-Having tried your Indian Blood Syr-
up, according to directions, convinced of Its
merit. 1t il the best medicine that ever came into
my house, w COOPER.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
ALL THAT TT Is RECOMMENDED TO BE.

Uu PV2, Bureau Co., lis.
Dear Sir:-I have used your excellent Indian
Blood Syrup for Weak Nerves and Sick Headache,
and found it to be as recommended. My used
1t for Disease of the Liver and Kidneys with ben
efcial results. / WEIGH.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

A Positive feet of the Age is the GER
tainty of relief afforded in skin diseases By
GLENN's SULPHER SOAP.
HILL's HAIR OR WHIsKER DYE. Black
or Brown. SOC.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

? Fl. RICHARDSON, Sac and Fox Agency,
Indian Territory, says:-The Only Lung
Pad" has restored me to health, and l
shall be glad to recommend it to any one.
See AdU.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
The voltaic selt Co., Marshall, Mich

Printing ana binaIng executed nea
quick and cheap at Tue AaGUsllFFIce
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
ALL THAT IT Is RECOMMENDED TO BE.
CURES FEVER,


Dear Sir:-A short trial of your Indian Blood
Syrup and can say with confidence that II Is a val
liable medicine. +. T. PHILLIPS.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
REMEDY PoR WORMS.


Dear Strive have been using your Indian
Blood Syrup in our family for more than two years
and find it the best medicine for worms ever saw
ANNIE MCINTYRE.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Kerker, of Davenport, delivers Grocer
es free, in Rock Island. TIFF
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

ttThie paper may be found on 1le ut all times NJ
c., R. I. p r. r. Ticket Once, No So Clark St.,
Chicago, where our friends are at liberty to call
and examine It,"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Du Pue, Bureau Co., Ills
Dear Sir:-This is 10 certify that your Iudan
Blood Syrup has greatly benefited me Tor Liver
Complaint. recommend it to all similarly afflict-
ed. HATTY CLARK.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
Mortuarv List,

Following is DR.. Calls report OF deaths
in Rock Island, last week, to the Board
of Health at Washington:
Name. Age Cause OF Death
Ann Ware. "A years, Entelitis.
j ohm Zentgraf, IS - Typho- Maarfal fever
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
uRRs FEVER.


Dear Sir:-A short trial of your Indian Blood
Syrup cured our little boy of aScvere Fever last
spring. Receive our thanks.
MIR AND MRS DOWNER.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
FOR ASTHMA.

Truro, Knox CO., lIIs-y
Dear Sir:-I was afflicted with the Asthma foi
forty years, and was unable to find relief until !
procured some of your great Indian Blood syrup
which has so improved my health, that am now
able to attend to my business,
JAS. N. CALDWELL.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
IT has NO EQUAL.
JOHN McGTYERN.

Truro, knOA Co.. IIIB.
Dear Sir:-I have used your excellent Indian
Blood Syrup for some time, and have never found
any medicine to eQualit l can confidently re-
commend it. -
JOHN MCGIyERN,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

For those distressing diseases peculiar
to women DAYS KIDNEY PAD is inyalu-
able.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

win send their celebrated Electro
Voltaic Belts to the afflicted upon 80 days
trial. Speedy cures guaranteed. They
out delay.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Dear Sir:-A short trial of your Indian Blood
Syrup cured our little boy Of Severe Fever. Re
ceiYe onr thanks.
Mp AND 1Fpa DOUNER
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

Reeds Gilt Edge Tonic cures dumb
ague.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

TO endure it. l tried numerous medicines, but
found relief until my husband procured some OF
your Indian Blood Syrup, which to my great sur
prise cured me. My health was never better than
now, and think your medicine is the best remedy
ever introduced. CLARA Z. LAWRENCE.
LIVER COMPLAINT.
Du Pue, Bureau Co., Ills.
Dear Sir:-This is 10 certify that your Indian
Blood syrup has greatly benefited me Tor Liver
Complaint recommend it to all similarly atfiict-
ed. HATT1 CLARK.
ALL THAT IT IS RECOMMENDED TO BE.
Du PUe, Bureau Co., Ills.
Dear Sir:-I have used your excellent Indian
Blood Syrup for Weak Nerves and Sick Headache,
and found it to be as recommended. My son used
1t for Disease of the Liver and Kidneys with ben
efcial results. l. L WEIGH.
BEST MEDICINE EVERY USED.
Duncan, Stark Co., Ills
Dear sir:-Having tried your Indian Blood syr-
up, according to directions, am convinced of Its
merit. 1t lie the best medicine that ever came into
my house, COOPER
Duncan, Stark Co., Ills
Dear Sir:-A short trial of your Indian Blood
Syrup cured our little boy of asevere Fever last
spring. Receive our thanSs o ,,ps noxvxp,
oUREs GRAVEL
Duncan, Stark Co, Ills
Dear sir:-I was troubled with Gravel, ana
became bad that had to get up from i've 10
In dian Blood syrup, and now can rest well ali
night, and feel better than have for fifteen years
RAUSEY.
LOSS OF APpErrrs
St. Paul, Carroll Co., Va.
Dear Sir:-I have used your excellent indian
Hood Syrup for Shortness of Breath, Weakness
and Loss Of Appetite, and have received great
''0''' EMELINE KING.
sICE HEADACHE CURED.
Galva, Henry Co, Ills.
Dear Sir:-I was sufferer from Sick Headache
and Dizziness that could not attend to my
household q
Blood syrup effectually cured me.
MRS ELLEN ELKINS,
LIVER CcMPLAINT.
Galya, Henry Co., Ills.
Dear Sir:-Thie is to certify that your Indian
Stood Syrup has cured me of Liver Complaint of
Long Standing. i am now In better health than /
have been fog 9 long while.
SARAH DETRIOK.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
Important Decision.

In the case Of Giiett's Double Extracts
and Cream Tarter Baking Powder vs. the
six samples Of favoring extracts and five
sam Piles baking powder tested, verdict for
the former, viz: Gillet's Double Extracts
three or five times stronger ,Gillets Baking
Powder gave off 80 per cent more carbon.
ic acid gas than any of the others. Then
why buy the cheap adulterated trash2
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29

For SALE-Old newspapers at SO cents
per 100 at THE ARGUS Office.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
LOSS OF APPETITE.

WaterIown, Rock Island Co. Ills.
DEAF Sir:-Suffering with LOSS OF Appetite and
Indigestion, l ives induced to your Indian
b God Syrup, q short trial of which greatly ben
led me.
MRS. c. D. WILSON.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
LIVER COMPLAINT
P. IT. UPSON.

WatertOWn, ROCK Island Co, IT'S.
Dear Sir:-I was troubled with Liver Complaint,
and the use of your Indian Blood Syrup entirely
relieved me. advise all similarly afflicted to give
1t trial.
P. II. UPSON.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
YOU CAN Be RELIEVED & CURED

Don't despair unti you have tried this Sensible,
Easily Applied and r ADIC Ca LII Y
C. u q I, Remedy.
Sold by Druggists, or sent by mail on receipt of
Price, $a.00, by
send for Teeti- THE "ONLY' LUNG PAD co.
monisls and our DETROIT,
book. THREE MICH.
MILLIONS YEAR, Sent free.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
Mrs. winslow's Soothing Syrup.

PIXIES TooTHACHE Drops CURE IN
ONE MINUTE.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
CURES GRAVEL

Duncan, Stark Co, Ills
Dear Sir:-I was troubled with Gravel, ana
became bad that had to get up from five to
eight times in a night. l began the use of yonI
In dian Blood Syrup, and now can rest well all
night, and feel better than have for fifteen years.
RAUSEY.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
To aollom it mag concern:

10 toII0M IL may concern:
This is TO certify that NY wife, Eliza
Rice, has been afflicted with IA trouble,
some cough for more than seven years
L have expended large amount of money
with the best physicians In the country,
and for the many needles advertised to
cure all diseases of the lungs, with but
little satisfaction or relief. aud she was
daily becoming more discouraged, and her
cough growing worse K had become
apparent to me that something must be
done ton her immediate relief. or it would
soon be too late. About this time, Jan
uary IS. 1879, Dr. Whites Puimonaria
was highly recon- mendcd 20 me aud at
once purchased of our druggist, Mr.. j. s.
| Powell, six bottles for five dollars. which
was guaranteed TO cure her cough or
money would be refunded, am pleased
! TO Inform nay friends and the pubic gen
orally that she was greatly relieved by the
! first few doses, and continued 10 grow bet
ter until she was entirely cured by the use
of this valuable medicine. l. has per.
| formed all that is claimed for il, aDd | car
cheertu!!y recomm end it to ali who are at
hictej with consumption. coughs etc
| My wife and myself can be consulted al
any time in regard to the above wonder,
| full cure
LEWIS RICE.
Hoopeston, III, October ,, 1880
For sale by u. Speidel, Rock Island
and Richards & Sohrbeck. Moline.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
FOR COUGHS.

WatertOwn, Rock Island Co.. Ills
Dear Sir:-I have used yonr excellent ludial
Blood Syrup for a severe Cough, and have received
much relief therefrOm.
MRS, e. SNOW.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
LOSS oF APPETITE.

st. Paul, Carroll Co., Va.
Dear Sir:-I have used your excellent indian
Hood Syrup for Shortnese of Breath, Weakness
and Loss Of Appetite. and have received great
benefit therefrom.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
EMELINE KING
s1oK HEADACHE CURED.

gIOK HEADACHE CURED.
GaIva, Henry Co, Ills.
Dear Sir:-I was sufferer from Sick Headache
and Dizziness go that could not attend to my
household duties, and short trial of Your Indian
Blood syrup efectually cured me-
MRS ELLEN ELKINS,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-12-29
PRICE IS CENTS.

ment, lotion, and electrical applancefais
Be careful TO call for COLLINS VoLTAIC ELECTRIC
PLAsTERs, and insist upon having what you are
willing 10 pay for. Sold by all druggists.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1880-12-04

aud more distinguished Deut. SO. IL.
What was Jacobs prophecy concerning Q
re6urn TO Canaan? s S
How was his promise fulfilled? Josh. -. ~
What promise was made to Joseph above
the rest OF the sons?
How was il III. lied? [ANs. In the ret thai
two of the Iribes of Israel 5eionsed 70
Joseph's descendants,l
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1880-12-04

The Boston Herald relates that a
Boston gentleman, who has extern
siye business relations with Southern
railroads, is now making his annual
tour in the South, writes home that
the business men of that section are
well satisfied with, the result of the
Presidential election, and by no
means slow to express their disgust
at the conduct of the Northern Dem d.
ocratic managers, and that, were the
election to come off now, and the
Southern people in possession of theic
dearly-acquired knowledge OF Bar
NUNS methods, the result in that
section would astonish the country.
The writer of this, the Herald says,
is conservative, mors in sympathy
with the Southern leaders than with
Northern Republicans.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1880-12-04

gro. who was almost as taciturn a.
"Old Ben" was lsquacious. He was
a prison official, his principal occupi-
tim being the fumigation of the
prison. Every morning he went
through each room with a pan of
burning tar. to give the place what
he termed "a good Union smoke"
He left Richmond soon after the ar
and went ndrth. With him disap-
pearsd the last of the Libby officials
in Richmond.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1880-12-04

In the next South Carolina Lsgis-
lature there will be four Republicans
in the Senate and two in the House.
The Democratic majority on joint
ballot will he 152. And This in a
State which is so overwhelmingly
Republican that, as Wade Hampton
very ably declared, the Democrats
hardly dared few years ago to count
the votes. 1t would be better for
Wade Hampton's party If they dared
to count a few thOusa nd less now. 1t
IS better not to count at all than to
count 10000 majority which was
never cast.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1880-12-04
Libby Prison Sold.

RICHMOND, Nov. 11.--This even
ing Libby Prison. the historic mill
tary Jail of the Confederate Govern
ment, was sold at auction under a
deed of trust for S6,725. To day in
speaking of the Libby. Mr.. Joseph
Winfield. an ex-guard, told his ex-
perience on memorable night while
standing sentinel oyer the prisoners
there.
$50 the old prison is seld, is it ?"
he said. "Well. gentlemen, L meyer
go by that place without laughing
now. I can't help thinking of the
cute trick played by lot of Yam.
KEGS there. The fact is it was so good
that. although had been ordered to
shoot in among them, I disobeyed
orders. 1t was about '63, and the
Libby building was so crowded that
it wouldn't hold any more prisoners
SO they put large lot of item in the
second story of the building across
the street. Soon after these prison
ers came the prison officials got a
large supply of sweet potatoes (regu-
lar yams) from North Carolina, and
stored them on the first floor of the
building in which those prisoners
were confined. Big sweet potatoes
were luxuries in those days, and
Turner and those fellows kept a
strict watch over the building, | can
tell you. The third day after they
had been store. away 1t was noticed
that they were disappearing at the
rate of about bushel a day. At
first it was thought that the rats took
them, but a second thought showed
that the idea was absurd. Sentinels
were posted all around the building
with orders to shoot any man they
caught stealing those yams, but they
didn't see anybody to shoot, and al
though they were posted there day
and night, and no one was allowed
to enter the room in which the pota.
toes were kept, they continued to
disappear at the rate of a bushel
day. The Confederatss saw their
yams disappearing in this way, and
were furious. The thing was an un-
accountable mystery. The doors and
windows of the reom were sealed
and private marks were put on the
wax, so that if any one of them was
opened it would be known. The
next morning the officers went into
the room. The wax was all right,
but another bushel of potatoes had
vanished, Well, sir, it was the mad
dest crowd you ever saw. They
came after me. and ordered Me to
take my stand in the room. They
locked me in, and lighted candle
was put at each end of the room so
that | could see. | was ordered to
shoot on sight anybody 1 saw steal
ing those yams. 1t was terribly lone
some in that room. Just as fast as l
would light one candle and go to the
other end OF the room to light the
other, the rats would cut the first one
down. They were regular Confede-
rate rats, and candle was godsend
to them. After a lot of worry | got
the rats out of the way, and sat down
near the door waiting for develop.
msnts. There l stayed till 12 O'clock |;
but, though l kept my eyes on the
potatoes all the time L couldn't see
any Of them going. Shortly after IL