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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
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-zoolder weather,
Revival services at Baptist church.
The Wittick murder absorbs public
attention
Geo. Crawford was in Rock Island
Wednesday.
Travel continues good on the roads
oeutreinE hsYs.
The Clement Bros Concert Co., ap-
pear on Monday evening next at Harper. IS
Theatre
-Pinafore is to be presented at Harper
Theatre again by the HaverIy Church
Choir Company.
The literary society of Fifth Avenue
NJ. E. church meets on Friday evening at
residence of Capt: Robinson.
Frank NJ. !Boney, has sold his drug
store. Harper's Theatre Block. to bis
brother Samuel Nj. Boney, Andalusia.
A marriage license was issued By
county clerk Donaldson to day, to james
NJ. Talbot and Miss Katie McGrinn, both
of Rock Island.
The crowd on the outside OF tie court
house is as large as that within, aud the
patient manner in which the throug waits
for an opportunity to get glimpse of the
il side, shows how deep is the interest in
the Wittick murder trial.
The funeral of Capt James Copp was
attended this afternoon by the members OF
Rock Island Lodge, A. F. l. a. NJ and
the Old Settlers Society in body. The
funeral sermon was by Rev. A. b. Allen,
Rector of Trinity church. The ceremo-
MES at the grave were under the auspices
of the Masonic fraternity.
At least three who train in the Repub
lican fold are DESTROYS of serving the peo
pie In the capacity Of county oierk-H o.
Whipple, r. B. OImsted and r. A. Don
SON There is a colored horse, however,
who is not N ent-oned. but who may rise
II question of privilege and spoil the
plans Of the workers on the inside. More
anon
Dan DAiig's horse. which is usuaIly
as steady as it's owner, got its blood up
this afternoon and INDUCED in small
runaway Such undignifed conduct by
Dams right bower was surprise, and
after running few blocks, the animal, evil
IDENTIFY ashamed fits conduct, stopped OF
its own accord aud was as docile as lamb.
Dan gave his refractory horse and partner
in business severe lecture and then drove
the animal to his old stand.
During yesterday afternoon laughter
il the court room was severely commented
on, and the Judge warned the spectators
several times. Some time after a loud
laugh on the part Of Thomas Crooks
caused his arrest by the sheriff, and the
court fined him S.. Mr. O'Rrien. made
some remarks in his behalf to the court,
which had the effect of bringing Mr..
Jackson to his feet, with protest against
MIR, O'Brien's assumed defense of
persons so charged. Said Mr. jackson
Il will pay half Of this mans fine, Mr..
O'Brien. If you pay the other half" MIR.
O'Mara Immediately said be would pay
the other half, which he did, and the
matter was settled, Tom Crooks. the
man reprimanded, is one of the best be-
haved young men in town. and laughed, SO
he expressed it. because be could not help
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
EVERYBODY uEHDS til
DR.. WHITES
DAN DEIION
THE GREAT LIVER COR
RECTOR, BLOOD PURI-
FER AND TONIC.

The BEST REMEDY iuIthe World foHBniousness
or Liver Complaint.
It will CURE Dyspepsia when all other remedies
1t CURES Constipation by acting upon the Liver
cathRrtic.
1t will RELIEVE and CURE Rheumatism In les.
time than any other known remedy.
1t is certain specific for AGUE or CHILLS,
many cases have been cured by single dose taken
during the time Of the chill.
1t is the best BLOOD PURIFIERffn use thor
oughly cleansing the system of all Impurities,
whether of scrofalous or other origin.
1t is especially adapted for females removing
pimplee and sallowDess from the skin, and produc-
ing beautiful, clear complexion.
1t is the best remedy tor all diseases OF the Kid
neys and Urinary Organs.
It's composed OF Dandelion in combination with
other roots, barks and herbs, and contains OUT
nine, Aloes. Arsenic, Mercury, nor any mineral
substance whatever.
II Is entirely harmless and pleasant TO take.
II costs you nothing II II does not perform all
that Is claimed for it. ae every bottle is warranted
OF give satisfaction, or money will be refunded.
The following testimonials speak for themselves:
INDIANAPOLIS, July s, 1876.
DIR. A. X. White-Dear Sir: can heartily recon-
mend your Dandelion Alternative having suffered for
years from diseases Of the liver and kidneys and at
the kldneys, was almost unbearable. few doses
OF your medicine entirely relieved me, and be
,ieye that by continuine its use short time shall
It's effects are also decidedly pleasant Yours re-
specfully.
J. I'll. JUNBIN.
CHEBoYeAN, Mich, March %, 1877.
DR.. AIR. White-Dear Sir Mr. Farr, druggist
Of this place, recommended me 10 use your Dande-
hon Alternative for Liver Complaint and Constpa-
ton, but bavtng used so much medicine and OBJ
tanned no relief, would not try it. He told me
that IL 1t did not operate as represented he would
refund the money. With this understanding
took bottle, and II has done more good than
All the doctors prescriptions and other medicines
that have ever taken.
Very respectfully GEO. ROBINSON.
LYNN, IND, April II, 1877.
DR.. A. x. White--Dear Sir: have bought three
bottles OF your Dandelion Alternative for my WIFE,
ana II has done her more good than anything che
mas ever taken before. 4 can cheerfully recon-
mend II to all who suffer from Liver trouble
Yours truly, VIM. BOON.
INDIANAPoIIs,Jnne 80, 1877.
DIR. A. X. White-Dear Sir: Some time ago WINS
attacked with Chllls. and after using various reme-
oies, including quinine, without relief, finally
gave your Dandelion a trial. a few doses OF which
entirely cured me- and have not had Chill since.
l now keep IT on hand all the time, using IL for
blhousness, and find it the best remedy have ever
used.
Yours truly, OSCAR p. HOOVER.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
Thirty Years Experience of an Old
Nurse

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup is the
prescription ofone of the best Female
Physicians and Nurses in the United
States and has been used for thirty
years with never failing safety and
success by millions of others and
children, from the feeble infant of one
week old to the adult. 1t corrects
acidity of the stomach. relieves wind
collie, regulates the bowels, and gives
rest, health and comfort to mother
and child. We believe it the best and
Surest Remedy in the world. in all
cases of Dysentery and DiaTrhoea IN
Children, whether 1T arises from teeth.
ing or from any other cause. Full
directions for using will accompany
each bottle. None genuine unless the
fac-simile of Curtis u Perkins is on the
outside wrapper.
Sold by all Medicine Dealers. Is
cents bottle,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
IYnportant Information.

Macalister Cough Mixture now being
generally introduced through the western
country is meeting with good sale and is
giving better satisfaction than any other
remedy in the market.
1t is a boon to sufferers from Consump-
tion, Asthma, Bronchitis &C., and a single
teaspoonful taken in time will prevent q
fresh cold'' from developing into some
thing worse.
Ii is also a valuable remedy for wkoop-
ing cough and groups in children. Fol
sale in Rock Island by John Bengston
Druggist. I'D
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
Startling and Terrible

To the ear of affection is the sound of a
dry. metallic cough, that seems as if a
rattle were sprung in the chest of the be
loved one Hasten to loosen it with
HALE's HONEY OF HoREHoUND AND TAR,
the new medicinal agent, which is ad-
mitted to be the best remedy for pulmon
airy complaints at present known. The
cures it is accomplishing astorish the fac-
atty and delight the people. All drug
gists keep it. Prices SO cents and ST..
Great saving to buy large size
w. &. Masten. 1873 South Pearl st.,
Albany, n. Y, writes: Your HALE's
HONEY OF FOREGROUND AND TAR and
PIXIES TooTHACHE DROPS sell like hot
cakes"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
Rucklip,s Aru1ca 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
anteed to give perfect satisfaction in
every case or money refunded. Price
25 Cents per Box. For sale by c.
Speidel.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
aeal Estate,

The entry book in the Recorders office
contains the following:
IA. n, Scott to Nancy n. Scott, pit
], sc, Sc, 10, BE, and ! out lot 2 in sw
$50 64-IOO acres) 81, 10. Sc, $500.
A. n. Scott to Martha McKeever, !
sw. 25. 10, 2 e, $500.
Nancy NJ. Scott to same, e ], Sc, Sc. 10,
2e. $500.
E. f. ArcuIarius to Sidney w. Willis.
lots 4 to an Is II. block 5, Arcularius
addition to Hampton, $l00.
Geo. Langdell to Chas Arnold, Q : W !
lot 8, block 8, oldtown Rock Island, $685..
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

The skin is of the delicate nature upon
which the most improvement can be made
and by the use OF Pazzonis Medicated
Com plexion Powder all roughness, sal
lowness and irritation can be over come
leaving the skin delins.eiy white, soft and
smooth. This proportion has a world wide
reputation, so no fear need be entertained
of the result Sold by all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
CUuduraugo.

No use of having the chills, no use of
headache or any of the ills that come from
a disordered or Inactive liver. One bot
tie of this old and reliable family remedy
will cure the most stubborn case-will
relieve the system and make you feel like
a new person. Try it aud be satisfied.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
l2-I3dWtf

CoUNrERAcT A TENDENCY TO CoNsTI--
TUITION. Heal the Lacerated Lungs, and
inyiqorats the enfeebled frame with the
pleasant and effective pulmonic and tonic,
PHILLIPs' "PALATABLE" COP Liver On.
in combination with PHospo-NUTRINE.
All druggists. Depot, 2 Plat street,
New + ork
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
Every Invalid q Druggist.

By buying the new aud popular medicine
Kidney-W ort. you get in each package
enough of the dry compound to make six
uuarts of medicine, thus saving double the
money which is usually paid for medicine,
prepared on liquid, II is specific cure
for Kidney and Liver diseases.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

For IMMEDIATE RELIEF of Cough and
Colds, use the popular remedy. Madame
Forter's Cough Balsam, one of the best
and cheapest medicines sold; its virtues
have been tested by thousands for many
years in the treatment of all diseases OF
the Throat and Lungs, and is confidently
offered as a reliever of those diseases.
Price Is cents, and iD large bottles at sc
and rs cents.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
.rax Collecrors Notice.

The taxes for 1879 are now due Once
hours from a. m. to IL "a. from 20 p.
m. and from to p. m. Once IN w. a
johnson shoe store next door west OF har'
per's Theatre I'd Avenue.
THos. A. JOHNSON,
1oI2d,Utf Collector.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

BEArrrFUL HELEN no doubt had fine
complexion, but it is more than doubtful
whether it exceeded in purity the complex
ions of the ladies who use that inlmitable
auxiliary of female loneliness, GLENN
SULPHUR SOAP. Sold by all Druggists:
See that &c. N. Crittenton. Proprietor,
is printed on each packet, without which
none is genuine.
Hills HAIR AND WHIsKER DYE, BLACK
or Brown. 500,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
a CARE.

To all who suffering from the errors and in
discretions Of youth, weakness early decay
Ices OF manhood, &c, will send a recipe that will
cure you, FREE OF CHARGE. This great remedy
was discovered by missionary in South America
Send a self addressed envelope to the REV. JOSIAH
T. ISsAE Station d, New York.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

illustrated Marriage Guide, 26o pages, Gle n
and gilt binding, 80 cents; same in paper
covers, IS cts. Manhood, 10 cents; Woman
hood, 10 cents; Pamphlet, 3 cents-securely
sealed, by mail. Send money or postage
stamps. DIR. WHITTIER, the great specialist,
GIT st. Charles Street. st. Louis. Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

No more hand aching from using steel
pens when Esterbrook's turned up point
pens afford the most delightful relief.
Ask your stationer for their Telegraphic
and Tecumseh,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
C,rouin cours..January Term.

The court hes been almost exclusively
occupied with the trial of the case of the
People VS. Patrick Grogan, Patrick Ganey
and James McCormac. indicted for the
murder of Conrad Wittick A night seq
sion was held last evening for business
other than criminal.
The court record is as follows:
IN CHANCERY.
26,-Consolidsted Paper CO. Rock
Island Paper Co.-chancery. Motion Tor
leave to withdraw bills, etc.
Gamble & Wakely Clinton Heath, ct
al,-re-docket. Mechanics lien. Motion
by complainants for rule on master to show
cause why deed should not be made, and
petition for deed filed.
27.-Hattie d, Eastman Moses n.
observation-disclosures. Default and set for
hearing.
Wm. T, Magill s. K. W. Field. ct al,
foreclosure. Default as to part of the
defendants. Continued as to the others.
Kate l.. Gates, ct al, Jane NJ. Wealth
erhead, ct al,-partition. Decree appoint
ing mmissioners.
Christ Haberlah G. E. Saulpaugh, ct
i,-foreclosure. Default and reference to
master.
CIVIL CAUSES.
BIB. D. & L. NJ Buford Phillips
Bros. attachment. Judgment for plaintiff
for $109.55. Special execution.
James B. Winters Eliza j. Luken, ct
al,-assumpsit. Default. Judgment for
plaintiff for $839.50
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

Better and cheaper than Doctor
-Moffat's Life Pills. The quickest cure
for Burns and Sca.ds-Page's Climax
Salye. l. draws out the pain and heals
without a scar. For sale by all Druggists
everywhere.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
ROSsMAN'S CUEE

ITCHING PILES is generally proceeded by a
moisture like perspiration, producing a
very disagreeabIe aud distressing itching,
particularly at night after getting warm in
bed. No humbug as a trial will prove
For sale by all respectable druggists. Sent
by mail for SO cents. RossMAN & Nc
KINsTRY, Hudson, N. Y. Prop. W
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

For ALL.AYING HoARsENEss and lrrl.
tation of the Throat it is daily proven tina!
=" Bro,cn's Bronchial. Torches" are mild
remedy yet very efhcaclous.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
The weatner--To-Day.

The following shows the temperature
at THT ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
Dictated by thermometer:
FAN 23oabove zero 12P.N.26s above zero
9Ax 26o - P. N. IS
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
"racGs Are stubborn rbinra.. ;.

And few facts are more stubborn and
difficult to overcome than the various skin
diseases caused by impurities of the blood.
But Warmers Safe Bitters or Safe Tonic
purifes the blood and removes the sores
and eruptions which disfgure and annoy.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
wAETED

Sherman & Co., Marshall, Mich, want
an agent ln this county at once, at salary
IF 800 per month and expenses paid. For
'ull particulars address as above.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

Our LIGHTNING LINIMENT is "aoaT'1a"
friend to the afflicted. Try it gently:
Sold By G. Speidel, Rock Island and
Richards & Sohrbeck, Moline.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
COLLINS
voL1AIc ELECTRIC
PLASTERS
Electricity fer the Million. An Electric
Battery for Twenty-Five Cents.

This wonderful curative agent instantly annhf-
lates Pain whom all other remedies fail. IL gives
new life to weak and painful Muscles and Organs.
1t restores the circulation of the forces when
dormant or inactive i'm partial Paralysis 1t
destroys all tendency to Inflammation by drawing
from the s. stem morbid unwholesome matter,
Worn over the pit of the Stomach it neutralizes
Inflammation of the Liver and Kidneys Bilious
Collie, Dyspepsia, indigestion, Cramps and Pains.
d For Khenmatism' Neqraly1a, seiatiea, shooting
Lungs, Weak Stomach and Bowels, Weak and
Painful Back, Female Weakness, Lack Of Strength
and Activity these Plasters surpass every other
known curative agent.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
95 CENTSI

will buy the celebrated DR.. Warner Health
Corset at Nj. G. Mills mammoth dry goods
IF
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
LOCAL COLUMN.

To GIVE tone to the stomach and
stimulate digestion there is nothing like
Reeds Gilt Edge Tonic.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

Mr.. J. KIsHART, Mahanoy City, Pa,
suffered with pain in the back. He used
q bottle of ST.JACoBs On and was cured,
as he thankfully Acknowledges in letter.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
Read the Advertisement

OF DR.. McAfee, the celebrated specialist in thit
paper who offers to pay 800 forfeit for any case
he undertakes and does not cure.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

Unequaled in effectiveness, unapproah-
ed in cheapness, and unrivalled in popu-
larity is DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup, % cts.
per bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
Remember

that NINETY-FIVE cents will buy a
genuine DIR. Warner Health Corset. at M,
G. Mills. dry goods. emporium. IF
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
srEEs-.IrCHING PrLEs

POSITIVELY CURED, also Blind and Bleed
Piles, FIstula. Salt Rheum, and all disea-
ses of the skin by the use of
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

surbJs naner NAV be found on file at all times at
n r r r r. r. Ticket ONCE, No. SO Clark st..
Chicago. where our friends hare at liberty to call
and examine II"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
PRICE 25 CENTS.

Do not be satisfied unless you obtain COLLINS
VoLTAIC ELECTRIC PLAsTERs a union OF tn I sub
tile agent, Electricity, with Healing Gums and
Balsams. Sold by all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
PERFECT EYESIGHT.

Defective Eyesight, Sore, Weak, Watery, and
Infamed Eyes are ceused by Catarrh. The RADI-
CAL CURE cures the most a, rming Affections Of
the Eye by arresting The further progress of Ca
tarrh. No remedy in medicine can compare with It.
Price, with Improved Inhaler. Treatise, and Di-
Iections, 81. sold by all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

Reeds Gilt Edge Tonic cures dumb
ague.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
PREPARED BY
Or. A. r. WHITE & co.,

1872 w. Washington ST., INDIANAPOLIS, IND.
Y-Sold by C Speidel.
- Sold and warranted by all Druggists in Rock
Island, Ill.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

Ha1fOrd Table Sauce. best
relish in use.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
SWEET BREATH,
PERFECT HEARING,

Lucrative Catarrh extends to the Organs of
Hearing, and unless checked destroys them. BY
arresting and removing the cause OF Catarrhal
Deafness, the RADICAL CURE succeeds when all
direct applications TO ike Ear fail
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28

Pixies TooTHAoHE DRops CURE In
One MINUTE.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
MEDICAL.
SANFORD'S
RADICAL CURE
For y
~ CATARRH n

Instantly relieves and permanently cures Sneezing
or Head Colds, thick. yellow and foul mattery &C.
cumulations in the Nasal Passages, rotting and
eloughing of the bones of the Nose with discharges
of loathsome matter tinged with blood, and ulcer
atoms often extending TO the Eye, Ear, Throat d
Lungs Alec Hay Fever. Nervous Headache, Diz.
Zlnees, ClOuded Memory. and Lose of Nerve Power
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-01-28
CLEAR HEAD,

A single dose clears the Nasal Passages whe
dled with foul mucus accommodations, renderin
the breathing easy, the head clear and open an
every sense In grateful and soothed condition.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1880-05-25
Rev. D. B. Shuey, and unanimously

o0OpVoQ. "a.
'IResossed, that this Chassis recognizes
with Thanksgiving the harmonious con-
clusions reached by the Peace con-
vention at Harrisburg last November, and
classis is happy to record the fact that our
ministers and charges, Immediately after
the pastoral of the commission was sent to
them, made diligent effort to carry for
ward all possible means to promote peace
and harmony in our church.
''ResoIced, that we rejoice in the fact that
our benevolent contributions have largely
increased, and the religious life is moro
healthy, and brotherly love prevails more
generally, and We hope that greater results
will still follow. To this end we pledge
our energies and resources"
Resolutions of thanks to the Quarryville
people for their generous and 'hospitable
entertainment of classis and to the Read
ing railroad for the reduction in fare to
members of Chassis, were also passed.
The committee on finance made their
report which was received and considered.
The committee on the state of religion
reported that Lancaster classis has men,
bers 1851 {; non-confirmed 1887. Infant
baptisms, 252; adult baptisms, 100; con-
firmed, 314 by certificate. 104 communi-
cants, 1910; dismissed, SO; erasure of names
"a; deaths, 113; ;Sundayschool scholars, $3.50:
students for the ministry, 2; contributions
for benevolent purposes "a, 1863. 73 congre-
gational purposes $21, ,055, 30; number of
ministers, q; number of congregations,
80 charges, 10.
The report of the committee on missions
was read and adopted. In this report the
charges of Marietta and Maytown were
united into one charge and $500 appropri-
ated to the same.
The committee to carry forward the
above were DR.. E. V. Gerhart, Revs. jno.
G. Fritchey and A. B. Shenkle.
The classis adjourned to meet at y
o'clock by singing the dOxology, and bene-
diction by DIR. Gerhart.
The committee on the installation of
Rev. c. S. Gerhard, of Columbia, was
read, stating that they had attended to
their duty.
The committee appointed to visit and
report on the condition of the Willow
Street church made their report, which
was discussed and privilege given to Rev.
Shenkle to 60 into the several charges and
endeavor to secure subscription for the
purpose of discharging their church debt.
After reading the minutes classis ad-
journed sine die by repeating the Apostles s
Greed, the Lords Prayer, singing the dox-
ology and benediction by the president.