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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Fashionable Millinery.

Mrs. OMcara, who has been absent some length
OF time among the fashionable openings Of new
fall millinery goods at Chicago, has returned
with the finest stock in Ottawa, comprising the
very latest and prcttiest styles Of hats, and all
manner of elegant and pretty trimmings. She
exhibits world OF feathers, fruits, flowers, and,
among the novelties, bear'S Glars, for hat orna-
ments-a late and very fashionable device. She
has supply of tone pushes Of various hues and
very beautiful. silver bridal wreath with ear
rings and breast pin to match--a full set, for the
bride OF asilver wedding, is elegant. Her as
sortment is large and very fine. Ladies are in.
vited to call and see these new goods.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

AS promised a few days ago, Mr.. Il. II. Trask,
the jeweler, has opened during this week large
additions to his stock Of silverware, jcwelry,
watches, &c. The "Iiollow-ware" stock is par.
ticularly rich in all lines-ea.Sets water.service
sets, berry dishes, castors, &c, in many new and
very beautiful designs; besides miscellaneous
pieces of silverware Of novel character. The
stock is fresh from the makers and will be ap-
preciated by all who enjoy handsome goods
Attention is called also to the jewelry and watch
stock, believed to be the largest in the county
Re"e"btr that Mr.. Trusts prices are al,odys the
forrest IN he cttM
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Bach's Band, of this city, have made a number
of changes in their instruments, introducing reed
instruments and increasing the number of per-
formers to ID. The changes are in accordance
with the prevailing fashion in the best street
bands OF the country; and will add not little TO
the past excellence of this favorite band, and
make it in all respects first.class. Give us, now,
good orchestra of about dozen pieces, such as
might be organized, and Ottawa will be very
well supplicd with bands.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

One day last week, says the Frse Press, the
Wilmington Coal company shipped from Strea-
tor 1858 tons Of Goals, 1O6,OOO pounds. This
company's business was very heavy last winter,
but there was only one day that more coal was
shipped than on Tuesday, The coal trade is un-
usually heavy for this season of the year, every
dealer in Streator doing extra good business.
On Wednesday. seven extra coal trains were sent
out on the c., b. 80, and the other roads had
their share.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
SILKS!
Special Inducements.

All the new shades American Gros Grains
heavy, pliabe and smooth, at the lowest prices
ever known.
Fringes in entirely new designs to mattel
every shade.
We open to-day another lot Of those elegant
black "Satin de Lyons" also some new qualities
in Black Gros Grain. These are the best good:
for the money ever shown. Velvets in all the
new cOlors, both plain and brocaded.
We will show you better goods for the money
and better assortment than any house in the
county. w. IL. HULL.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Another accident took place at the Maerhofer
Plow Works on Saturday last, similar to that
which resulted in the death Of Philip Gusweiler
on the Monday before. This time a grindstone
burst while being used by Mr.. Albert Maicrhofer,
proprietor. The wheel was a large 5.foot one,
and burst into four pieces. One piece struck
Mr. NJ, knocking him down, while another
piece fell across his legs. One arm was broken,
and other bad bruises were inflicted. Mr. NJ.
has the sympathy Of the community in hi. mis-.
fortuna
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Mr.. THos. kENDRICK, for many years at the
Fox River bridge shop has opened blacksmith
shop of his own in the rear of Dckey's jewelry
store building on Columbus street, and is now
ready to do all kinds of shooting. Mr.. KENDRlCK
is one Of the bes! horseshoers ever working in
Ottawa; and with the assistance of first. class
hand obtained in Chicago, will be better prepared
than ever to give his patrons satisfaction. His
old friends and all Others are invited to call on
him.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Mr.. Elliott, OF the Earlville photograph car, Is
about to make a business tour with gallery to
Newark and other towns Of Kendall county, re-
turning after a few weeks to reft the gallery for
the winter trade m Earlville. The success OF the
gallery at EarlviIle speaks well for Mr.. Elliott's
skill as photographer and that of Mrs. +. in the
charging and painting of portraits, they being
the first who have succeeded in the business in
Earlville. We recommend them to the attention
of our friends in Earlville, Newark and elsewhere
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

On yesterday morning Mr.. John Greenlcaf one
of the wealthy and most widely known farmers
of this county, at the Clifton Hotel attempted
suicide by taking strychnine. He had come to
the hotel the night before in liquor, and spoke
of taking poison at that time; but was put to
bed. He got up betimes in the morning, bought
the drug and swallowed it; afterwards, however,
telling some one he had done So He had taken
the poison on full stomach, and the physicians
were enabled to save his life.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
NUMBER 10.


At the residence Of the brides parents, Mr.. and
Mrs: Alfred Diehl, u Farm Ridge, by the Rev.
w. II. Robertson, Of Sheridan, H., on Sept.
S0th, 1880, Mr.. Z. W. HALCorr, OF the town of
Eagle, to Miss EMMA s. DIEHL.
The bride was dressed in an elegant dress,
cream color, trimmed with white satin and lace.
The presents were numerous and elegant. The
supper was all that could be desired. There
were about sixty guests. The happy couple left
next morning for Chicago. They have the best
wishes Of all their friends. A GUEST.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Fine umbrellas at Fiske Il Beem's.
Fisks & BEEN expect to move to their ne,c
store about Nov 18TH

Collars, neckties, gloves and mtts undershrts
and drawers, farm husking gloves, buck mitts
and gloves, overcoats of all kinds, and ready
made clothing at Fiske & Beems. The Chil7ren'S
Clothing Department is very complete. Ladies
are especially invited to examine it. You can
dress your boy neatly and stylishly for a small
amount OF money at Flske & Beem's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The Chicago, Burlington 81 Quincy company
has concluded an agreement for running its
trains into the new and grand passenger depot
now being erected by the Pennsylvania company
on Canal street, extending from Madison street
nearly to Van Buren,, and to be completed in De-
cefnber. This will save the Burlington trains
from the slow and tedious crossing Of the south
division with frequent interruption at the bridge
across the river.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The Ottawa burglars are still about attempts
having been made this week to enter the resi-
dence Of w. s. Wheeler and the hardware store
OF COwles II Penay. II the police can't catch
those t,po men at their tricks, wouldn't it be well
to make them leave town? On Thursday night
some 81 or IS were stolen from the house of Oh.
Burns
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

To SCHOOL DlRECTogs.-Wc keep all kinds of
School Blanks, Records, Registers, Teachers
Contracts, Orders &c, used by school officers
We also have the Common School Laws OF the
State OF Illinois Price % cents.
OSNAN 4 HApENAS
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
A Perfect MARTYR.

II was perfect martyr to rheumatism" q hale
and healthy individual was heard to remark the
other day, but" continued he, "Dr. Thomas's
Electric Oil banished the pains, which racked
my joints and muscles, and look at me nown A
glance convinced us
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

La Sale papers tell the story Of one H. B. Hall,
from Ottawa" Singer sewing machine man,
who has disappeared from his usual haunts. The
latest reports state his shortage to be about $780,
though the Press puts it at $50.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The peri!s Of a MIXERS life are well illustrated
by last weeks list Of accidents in Streator mines
Say the Press
VIM. Shepard, a miner working in Plumb's
new smart and living rear the Wabash road be.
yond Coal Run, was badly hurt by fall OF coal
Wednesday morning. He was taking out q pil.
lar where he was caught by the fall. His left
leg was crushed, collar bone broken and three
ribs broken.
John Colt, miner Of No. I, was injured By a
falling rock Wednesday evening DR.. TAYLOR
tells him that the injuries are without broken
bones and will be well in few days.
Ben Brown, water bailer at No. !, was badly
hurt ~ TALL OF stone Wednesday evening. His
chest was crushed, and DR.. Woods, who has the
case In charge, has but little hope Of his patient
recovery. Hector McAllster who vas working
With him was grazed by the same stone as Il fell
but fortunately escaped with some slight scrach.
cs.
Edward Jones bad his foot caught by a fall of
rock in No. l, the first of the week, asd was con.
sidcrablv hurt. \ stick OF timber caught most
Of the force Of the fall and saved his foot
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Fall and Winter Clothing.

The clothing house of NJ. Site fel Il Co., OF this
city, is making enormous preparations for the
fall and winter trade, the receipts OF goods for
the past few weeks, and especially this week, be-
ing very great. We never saw their store so
completely filled with goods az it now Is. Piles
OF goods extend high above your head, while in
the rear every foot OF floor is used, filled with
goods
The arrivals include all grades of goods, OF
fashionable styles and approved quality and
make.
The lines of overcoats and SUITS at wide range
of prices, are well worth the public attention.
Among the novelties in overcoats is "the re-
versible"--a new idea worth seeing.
The line of boys and children's clothing "a
speciality is larger than ever and one Of the best
ever seen here.
The hat and cap and furnishing goods depart
ments underwear, linens, &c. are complete
and larger than ever.
1t cannot be questioned that NJ Stiefel & Co.
have this year greater opportunities than ever
for making low prices on all lines, buying, as
they do, at once for three large houses in Of
tawa, Streator and Joliet Their prices have
been noticeably popular in the past, and all the
increased advantages they have secured this sea.
son in the markets which are not slight, will be
given their customers.
All are requested to drop in and sec this man.
moth stock before buying clothing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The fall term at Willis Dancing Academy, for
the juvenile class, will begin on Saturday, Octo.
Der I'd, at o'clock p u. Terms, So per scholar.
Gentlemen's class for beginners will commence
on Monday evening, October 4th, at o'clock.
Terms, IS for 6 lessons.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

We found Forbes & Lorriaux too busy to give
US any locals yesterday, but they wish us to re-
mind our readers, in u general way that they
have a full! and fresh line of everything pertain
ing to the drug and book trade. They are es.
pecially busy just now in selling glass and putty
fixtures for the coming long evenings wall pa
per, "just to fix up, you know" window cur
tains, 'to cheer up the room little" and chro-
mos to make the home pleasant. In fact they
are having large trade in all the branches of
their extensive business No one ever deserved
better the success which we are pleased to notice
has come to Messrs. Forbes IL Lorriaux.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
The Children

| or to-day need great care and attention and the
parent who feeds them on glucose or poisonous
syrup is not worthy the name. Come and see my
pure cane sugar drips, it is the best syrup made.
j. w MCMuILHN
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

case of very handsome dress goods Just re-
ceived and opened, which will be sold at 10 cents
per yard.
The price Of precisely similar goods few days
ago was Is cents.
These goods are all new and of desirable col.
ors. d. HEENAN & Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

just received from the manufacturers, one
hundred dozen underwear, comprising misses,
children's, ladies' and gent. articles of all sizes
and different grades. ID. HEgyAN & Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Strictly clean, fresh and new groceries, large
and fine assortment at reasonable prices, and
goods delivered promptly to all parts of the city
ID. HRRyAN & Co
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The manager of the late excursion to the Min
neapolis Fair from La Sale and Mendoza talks o
getting up another to New Orleans in February
with fare for round trip at 1850 from La Sale.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Reduction in Flour,

Grea; reduction in the price Of -four at the
Ionic Mills. We sell at the mill our best Mis-
souri, winter wheat -four at s270; warranted A.
No. /. Special inducements given to parties
buying by the barrel. Sharp buyers invited.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Do not buy pillow Of any kind or sewing ma
chine OF any Kind or any kind OF fence wire uu
til you the stock aud prices of F. D. Sweetser
Il ca
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The Name question decided, all parties, green.
hackers, democrats and republicans, have settled
down to the solid fact that j. Megaf!in sells bet.
ter boots and shoes for the money than any 9th
er man in the county.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Ladies, call at Fiske Il Beems and see the best
silk handkerchief and muller ever made. They
will make aenice present to father or brother.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

From the premises of the undersigned, on the
north bluff of the city of Ottawa, on the nigh. OF
the 22d inst, one bright bay horse, 2 years old,
white stripe in the face, two white hind feet,
rather thin tail; weight. 1000 bs. By returning
the same or giving information Of him you will
be suitably rewarded by II. NJ. HAMILTON.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
The Melancholy Dane.

Hamlet, Prince OF Denmark, would not have
been dubbed the melancholy Dane" If he had
known Dyspepsia was all that allied him, and
that all he needed was supply Of Spring Bios
som, sure cure for Dyspepsia, Bilousness, In
digestion and other diseases Of that description
Price, Soc; trial bottles, l0c. Sold by &. Gehr-
ing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Consumption may be prevented by checking 8
cough or cold in time, and nothing equals Dr.
Bulls Cough Syrup for throat and lung atfec
tions. 25 cents
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Gen, Weaver,

The greenback candidate for the presidency,
is advertised to speak at Streator on October 4th
The greenbackers are making arrangements for
grand torchlight procession on the occasion.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

WHAT TO WEAR AND How TO MAKE IT.-Thi,
useful little book is for sale at Osman q Hape
mans. Price, u cents.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
OUR AGENTS.

THE FREE TRADER may be obtained at the following
places by the single copy subscriptions will be taken for
any length of time at the regular rates.
B. WILEY, Seneca.
f.. L. DoNAGHo, Streator
l. II. TRowBRIDGE, Marseilles.
The paper always le the office the Rock Island
r. R. 56 Clark under Sherman House Chicago for
venienCe of our friends
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Beginning yesterday, the c. B. 1. Q. railroad
fares will be three cents a mile over all the line.
Round trip tickets will be abolished. The Chi
cago excursion tickets will remain as advertised
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

NEgLYs STATIONS Byron, Henry Clay, Be
lott and Woodbury. will make fall season at his
place In Ottawa.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The best is the cheapest and you always &c
your moneys worth at Fiske & Beem's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Just received by express very handsome line
/ of ladies' cloaks and dolmans, the newest and
nobblest things in the city, and which will be
sold at popular prices d. HEENAN Il Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

For SAE.-Horse, harness and buggy; price
together, 500; by DR.. Rosenburgh.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Syrup That ~ syrup.

Call and see McMullen ana try his Cane Sugar
Syrup" guaranteed pure-no glucose or poison
In Il
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Particular Notice ,

DEMoREsT's PORTFOLIO, fall number at Osman
Il Hapemans.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

DISTRICT sCHooLs.-We keep all kinds Of books
used in the different District Schools in the coun
ty, and sell at the lowest prices. Covers fur
nIshed free OsNAs * HApEyAy
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The way to save money is to buy your clothing
and furnishing goods Of Fiske II BEEN.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The Red Ribbon Club give an oyster supper a
their hall on next Tuesday evening.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Nothing is equal to Febrina. Itcurcs every cas-,
OF fever and ague. Call at our store and try
bottle OF 1t. Sold by NJ. Kneussl.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The largest man and the smallest boy can get
a suit at Fiske & Beem's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Chicago company are going to build suga
making works at Seneca, report hath it.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Mr.. ABNER SrRAwN telegraphs from the State
Fair at Springfield, Oct. LIST:
My sheep took LIST premium on aged rams
first ON yearllng ram; first and second on ram
lambs; sweepstakes on ram of any age; first anC
second on aged ewes, and first on eve lambs.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The Wenona Inter, daily for fair week, cam
in this week-a very creditable sheet.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Cash buys more goods and hotter goods at Fisk
IL Beem's than anywhere else in the state.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Decidedly Handsome.

That is what all the ladies say about those new
Ruchings and Collaretts just received at Scott
Bros. & Co.'s.
Also the following bargains were opened this
week:
Nice quality Of two,button kid gloves at 5oc-
will compare with any you can find elsewhere at
sl0O.
Sixbutton white kids only slOO; usual price,
$3.50.
In few days complete line Of the celebrated
Patent Hook Foster" kid gloves will be opened
at the lowest bottom prices in the market.
A large lot OF &c Japanese-silk handkerchiefs
were placed on sale yesterday at 10c. They are
selling very fast.
MOURNING GOODS.
large and complete assortment of Mourning
Goods have just been received. Mourning
Dress Goods" "Mourning Shawls," Mourning
Cloaks," mourning Handkerchiefs," Mourn.
ing Gloves" and English Grapes" from 81 90 to
s.. 90 per yard. English Crepe Ruchings, &c,
Sc.
For first quality of goods at the lowest cash
prices" 20 to ScorT Bros, 4 Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The only strictly one prize cash house in the
state is Fiske & Beem's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
More Arrivals!

New goods continue to come in at II. j. Gill
LENS in large quantities. The aim has been to
make this the stock of the city par ereelenee and
the heavy trade OF the fortnight testfes strongly
as to its success.
In addition to the arrivals noticed fortnight
ago we might call attention to the
NEW DRESS GOODS,
and more especially the silk stock, including col
ored silks, gros grain dress silks in all the lead.
ing colors, at price that cannot be met in this
county-Sl.0O 1T is as well to remember that
in all lines OF dress goods the stock is complete
No line Of desirable goods will be found wanting.
They will be offered at the extreme Of low
prices. The ladies will do well to examine the
stock, in which great bargains will be given.
THOSE 800 CLoAKs
have arrived, making the most complete stock
in the city. They will be offered at prices rang
ing from $3.50 to $50. This truly immense
stock will be sold at prices much below present
value, and everybody should see the stock be-
fore making purchases.
THE SHAWL STOCK is large and complete in all
goods, from a domestic wooden to the finest
Paisley. Mr.. GILLEN is the acknowledged lead
er in shaws, and this is one Of his best stocks.
LADIES' Gents and Childrens' UNDERNEATH
very large stock, at very low prices.
Ne,c dr'iyals in notions, including fringes,
gimps with and without bugle, etc, etc.
Blankets, fannels.
Beavers, cloths, waterproofs, and everything
pertaining to irst.class cloth stock is to be
found there at the extreme Of lon prices.
No house in La Sale county is more able to
please the public, and nowhere will the pub
lie be offered greater bargains,-in either dry
goods, boot and shoe, or grocery departments.
All invited to call and see this mammoth
stock.
DGED.--At RevenswoOd near Chicago, on the LIST
inst, Martin Phelps, aged Is years.
The body will be brought to Ottawa-arriying
at 40 to-day-for interment. The funeral will
be from the depot,
Mr.. Phelps is well remembered by most of our
people as for many years ahghly-respected citi-
zen of Ottawa, and also as having had charge
for number Of years, of the county poor house.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

The largest stock in the west is at Fiske &
Beem's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

For wall paper aud window shades you will
find the greatest variety and at the lowest price
at OsIan & Hapeman's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
Money to Loan

and number of improved farms in this county
for SALE by B. F. LINCOLN.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02
CHILD &
PHIPPS.

Our stock Of Boots and
Shoes, especially in la.
dies, misses and chill.
dren's wear,'is theIarg.
est and finest we have
ever offered to the trade.
Call and see them.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-10-02

Henry Gerding, farmer in the western par,
of the town, while pitching hay, fell from hay.
loft and was killed on Saturday last.