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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Dry Goods.
THERE IS NO MORE

THERE IS NO MORE
Attractive place III the city than
mas Just returned from the whore he bought largest stock
dry goods and carpets for the holiday northern Mich
gan. '"''N 'i'0n-
our store crowded from night by hun
buy goods. ~ ~ "
look through various departments satisfy and all that our
store is the right place to buy. wv
G. r. HAwLEY Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Reward.

Five hundred dollar, or forty acres
of land for any case Of cough or cold
not cured by Bostwick's compound
cough syrup. 539m3.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Lively Times.

At the cash store in consequence of
our large stock and low prices Goods
were never sold cheaper than at pres
ent time, and customers will profit by
calling.
c. r. HAwLEY & Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

"a lady had the flesh eaten Off her arm by
scrogula. Could see the sinews working.
Lindsey's Blood Searcher' cured her" j.
Ralston, Elderton, Pa. Dec.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The Cheboygan salt we'll is drilled
to depth of 924 feet. Considerable
difficulty has been experienced in drill
ing on account of the soflness Of the
rock
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

DR.. Wilkinson and F. S. Dewey
have purchased forty acres of land
just south of Potter's railway track,
and propose to clear off the timber and
improve q farm.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Emnortnnt 30 TrnNclcrs.

Special inducements are offered you by the
Burlington Route. Il will pay you to read
their advertisement to be found elsewhere
In this issue. 502wl0
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

All the various societies are getting
ready for the Christmas festivities.
The best society to prepare for the
coming event is that of a man and his
wife and family.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

A large No. 9 safe, for the city, ar
rived by the barge Garden City, last
Saturday, and was placed in the Re-
corder's office yesterday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Trinity Guild of this city has estab-
lished an industrial school, which meets
at the church on Saturday afternoon of
each week, and is under the charge of
Mrs. j. A. Mock. Quite a large num-
Der Of children attend the school, and
there learn to do various kinds of sew
ing, knitting, etc.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Among the estimates for the i'm
provement of rivers and harbors that
were submitted to Congress on the 9th,
was ono for an appropriation of 49,
900 for Thunder Bay.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
% Cent Goods

Are moving rapidly at our store, and
all wishing to make good selections
should call soon.
G. Il. IIAwLEY & Go.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Mink Sets-Prices Reduced.

We have big stock that must be
closed. Will sell for less than they are
worth.
{. r. HAwLEY q Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The Cheboygan Tribune prints an
article from the Bay City Call, on
the shore railroad question, and then
adds the following: Zone of our citi-
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Trinity church, in this city, will take
place at the Opera House on Wednesday
evening, Dec %.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

There was very pleasant party at
the residence of Fl. S, Seage, on Wash
ington avenue, on Tuesday evening of
last week, when Mr.. and Mrs. Seage
were presented with a handsome parlor
suit. f. s.-.t.rt
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

On Wednesday last, Ferdinand, a
little son of Chas. Golling, had the
misfortune to break one of his legs,
and the fracture was reduced by DIR.
Wilkinson.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

If you want bargains in clothing, go
to the store in Mason block, on Water
street, where the old Anspach stock is
being disposed of cheap for cash, at
auction and by private sale. 536
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

You can obtain goods cheap for cash,
at the store on Water street, where the
old Anspach stock is being disposed of
at auction and by private sale. Auc-
ton three nights in the week. $50
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

julius Myers, the clothier, was the
happy recipient of handsome silver
mounted ebony cane, on Saturday last,
which came from Cincinnati, by ex-
press, and OH the head of the cane,
beautifully inscribed, are the words,
"To Father, From Nate"
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The streets in the city, of late, have
been put in admirable wheeling condl'
ton by that first class road maker
Jack Frost.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Bostwlck, the druggist, has the most
complete line OF fancy aud toilet articles
ever brought to Alpcna.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

There was a very pleasant social
hop at the Opera House, on Thursday
evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
MOTTO z.

All persons holding Township on School Orders of
the township of Wilson, requested to present
statement OF the same 20 j. b. Clayberg, Attorney
ion the township Of Wilson, at his office, in the Al
pine block, in the city Of Alpcnn or before De-
cembor 3lst, \. ID. lSsi.
CHARLES III. WISE,
Supervisor.
Dated, AlpeuN, Dec T. ISL. Slows
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Ask your grocer for the Bay City Butter
Crackers. They are the freshest and best.
5l9yl.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Wonder if there are going to be any
social public amusements in the Opera
House this winter.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Bolton q McRae will this winter do
as extensive business in the cedar
post and railway tic line as last winter
IL not larger.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Everybody go and see the Holiday Goods
at Wheeler d Holmes.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Holiday goods of almost every descrip-
ton, and the choicest selection in town, at
the Centennial Book Store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Some unknown vessel was laying at
anchor at Middle Island, the latter
part Of last week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The largest and most elegant line of
gents holiday slippers can be found at
Aiken's q Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Go and see the superb variety OF goods
suitable for holiday gifts, at the Centennial
Book Store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

For q family gift, wedding present or the
best Of something for yourself, look over
the stock at Bostwick's drug store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Besides cedar, we are informed that
railway ties will, this winter, be made
out Of tamarac, hemlock and Norway
pine.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Before buying Christmas presents, so to
Wheeler Sc Holmes and examine the largest
stock I'm town.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

A fortune awaits DR.. G.. Il. Sykes, OF 100
Madison St., Chicago, if he was not so ut
tcrly opposed to advertising his "Sure Cure
for Catarrh" aud Atmospheric Insufllator,"
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

One thousand witnesses to testify to
the good merits of Bostwick's com
pound cough syrup. oo9mo.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

cry Store north of Detroit, call at Wheeler
e Holmes
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

New crosswalk on Second street, be-
tween the Dawson block and Mona
ghan's drug store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Nearly zoo sewing machines on hand at
the Centennial Music Store Call and see
them.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Those Hall Lamps have arrived at the
Crockery Store OF Wheeler & Holmes.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Mrs. a. G. Babcock has the sole agency
for this locality for the celebrated Organina,
the sweet little musical wonder Of the age
Go and sec one, at the Centennial Music
Store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Go to Shannon's before you buy your
ChrlsLmas presents.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The children all cry for Bostwick's
compound cough syrup and say they
have to have it. o59mo.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The sun rose to-day at 1922 A. M, and
sets at 4:2S z. NJ, making the day nine
hours and six minutes in length.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Commencing Wednesday last, the
stage line managed to get the mails in
early.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Up in the lumber woods the effect OF
cold weather is very much moderated
bv a good dose of pork and beans.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Money refunded when Bostwick' s
compound cough syrup will not cure.
539m3.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Sunday was a pleasant day and con-
siderable driving was done on the
streets.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Paw Your Taxes.

Notice hereby given, that L will DO in my Office
during the month of December for the purpose of re-
Ccivng taxes tho state and County Roll for 1891,
and on all taxes paid during the month of December
fee of per cont viii be added 10 the original
tax and on all taxes remaining unpaid the first
of January 1882 fee Of foWpcr cent will be added.
8. WESTROPE,
BLOWS CITY Treasurer.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
A Few Facts Concerning the 09c
Store.

And remember that facts are stubborn
things, and figures won't lie. Low prices
and attractive goods and so great variety
Of goods in style or quantity has not been
offered to the public for so little money as
can be found at the Doc store.
A fine line of iewelry, plated ware, table
cutlery, pocket cutlery, books, albums,
velvet frames, toilet sets, vases, japanese
brackets, Chinese cups and saucers, toy
sets, tin and china. A fine line Of dolls
and dolls cribs and all kinds of toys. Call
and examine goods and prices. Corner OF
Second and Lockwood streets.
n superb assortment of brushes, combs,
toilet articles, and every variety of case
u.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Navigation is still open, although
the boats have gone into winter quar-
tiers.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

l am going to buy my next suit at Davi-
sons cheapest place in town.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Silks.

For the holiday trade Christmas comes but but when does
anxious to know where the best place to buy
for this day and will purchase presents of kinds We
the question whereby introducing departments
adapted this trade In department all articles sold the
form price the other at The departments
include all kind what
better goods sold half the usual price ahorng opportunity
purchase nice present at rihing cost
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Buy something useful for Christmas pres
ents, a large variety at Wheeler & Holmes
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

just the thing for nice prcsent-one OF
those odor cases--at Bostwck's drug store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The nobiest line of Hats s. Caps in the
City at VIII Davison's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Shannon has o magnificent atocIS from
which to select holiday presents.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Holiday Goods in endless variety, at the
Crockcry Store OF Wheeler & Holmes.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Big line of over-shlrts and under wear at
bottom prices at Davison's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Cigars-the best stock in Alpena-at
Bostwlcks drug store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

China tea sets, decorated chamber sets,
lamps, vases, and silver ware, choice selcc.
ton at Wheeler 81 Holmes. 53S
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The 20 Cent counter, at the Centennial
Book and Music Store, is worth going to
sse' 1t is well filed with large variety OF
splendid articles for holiday presents.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

If you want to buy presents for the holt
days, just 60 and look over the 25 Cent
counter at the Centennial Book and Music
Store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The finest lire Of Silver Plated Ware over
brought 20 Alpoua, at Wheeler & Holmes
Crockerv store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Examine Shannon's goods when you
want Christmas gifts.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
OUR TELEPHONE.

Rain yesterday.
| /.
Winter rather thin.
No ice in the bay rs yet
Rain and snow storm Monday.
Geo p. Smith arrived in town last
week.
Meeting Of the Board of Education
tonight.
W. S. Richardson's Condition Powders
are the "boss." $40
All the rage-Bostwick's compound
cough syrup. 359m3.
The fat turkey or goose is not be-
lever in Christmas.
Go and examine w. s. Richardson's
stock of holiday goods. $40
Ladies fine shoes. Well, go to Aiken
& Co.. they have got them.
There appears to be no necessity for
hunting up your skates yet.
Aiken & Co.'S is the only place where
you can find gents dancing pumps.
Richardson has nice stock of toilet
cases, at the lowest prices. $40
Mr.. and Mrs. j. :. Minor arc to
start to-day OH trip to California.
The foundation for the new stores of
Fletcher d Phelps is about completed.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
THEIR TELEPHONE.
$500 Reward.

Lost, large Mares one dapple gray, and
one black mare; were lost in June and were
both with foul. Grey mare has scar on left
rump. Black mare has two bog spavins.
One hundred dollars reward will be paid
for their recovery.
538 G. Il. MASON.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

We believe it is hardly necessary to
tell the children that Christmas is COM
ing.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

NOR SALE.-S0 acres of land on Long Lake road
Il 1vo miles from the city. For particulars enquire
az the ARGUS Office.
T OTIS md 10, Broadwell's addition, for sale at
1 flow price. Enquire Of j. c. Wall.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Childrcn's Toy Sets, from the smallest to
the largest, at Wheeler & Holmes.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

For fine silk wipes go to win Davison's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The usual Christmas festivities OF
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
Our Cloak and Shawl

unusually attractive New designs shwls camel hair
Moeska and other novelties Elegant cloa circulars
walking jackets All new at remarkable low prices
c. r. HAWLEY g. co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Our stock which embraces designs
ongs the Moquetes body Brussels tapestries hreep
ingn We headquarters for all kinds
tings, etc.
Intending purchasers should fail through department
this novelties suitable for the holiday trade will
here
c. r. HAWIEY g. co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

In this department will
and white, and mems and boys in gray o a
This will be found
the valley Buying large quantities the leading
cash. enables underso We invite part
uar attention this department. which thoroughly
large demands of the
c. r. HAWLEY s. CO.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Best presents for Christmas, at shunnon's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

The foundation for the new stores of
Fletcher d Phelps is about completed.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14
rs Gent Column.

Advertisements of Ave lines NJ less inserted in
this column at tjc per week, and Sc for each add-
tonal line ~ continued foT three months or longer,
IS per cont discount from these figures. In all cases
cash 20 accompany order.
TTOUSE TO NENT.-House ON Washington Ave-,
i lbctwocn SAth and futile SITS Possession will DO
given Jan ist, 1882 For further particulars enquire
of O. AIathur, 636Aiw
VTOR SALE. "A first class fauning mill, cheap FOR
4 cash. enquire Of thas. Hueber.
DOOk BlNDING.--All orders for book binding
Dleft at The ARdus oiHco win receive prompt etten-
ton.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Mr.. and Mrs. j. 5. Minor arc to
start to-day OH a trip to California.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-12-14

Richardson has nice stock of toilet
cases, at the lowest prices. $40
, 1881-01-21
ST, LOUIS COTTON EXCHANGE.

Sr! Lo1'is, Jan. @0.--rho nNlnburs Ut TIC
Cation Excl.n,Iga had Il nlcctltlg this after
,loon ut which tue consolidation Of telegraph
companies was frealy discussed. After Il
pretty general expression Ut 0plnlon thai Il
protest against the consolidation Woulh.ayaIl
notltt.lg, In ylew of tic fnes TINT anlafganis-
lion WIS alrpa.iy practically acet'l4pl ltsi,cd, u
resolution WIS ,ltlDpte,l for ulp appointment
u IL .ulIlinisteu of tl.ruu IL ronlns With t!u
New York C9tton Ex@'IanEe Wit. vlew tu
cu,ill,illly 10 t,rKlutzed u tu truyunt Its be!s
absorbed by or consolidated with lny nti'es
existing company Ar e0,tltMnIes. rcsulti-
tlon favorI,lx Gossr,1,!.s!lt ctNltfoi Vt tha
, 1881-01-21

ss.ttel Ui,.afsh +, lis snttsyo Tribune,
'1vAs,,tsuroy. u. C.. ian. N.-scnnto.
cnnl,1fnr enI,,, ,.i himself fur fsw u,ouruts
,.,I,. NH sts,,s,TlthS Snntt,u ut tlf, t,xurnsp
n S',,:,,nr strlA,,ial;l rilu latter; Is tic
r,,,r,t,Inn ,,r w,u,n,,,. rIr,L,s in tle Senate.
u,,i nhuus :, v,.ar ,.,n mt lin Instancu Of suy-
,.rl Observation-Disclosures IN. ,tro,Il,ce,i Il rp,otl-
,inn :" ,r,.at, :, s,ni"i,,r ror,ltte., ur' ill,e
S,,'.,tnrs r. whIrl, mieht tm re5crred for
co'si,lrrnttuu Mi ,,"tEtIo'1s. bills nul resolu-
t;n"a ,r,1.,,". f.. m tia ,1n,ts of w,'n,nn It wns
,".'io k",,rn ttmt In wnnid ruiI IN thls
] ,,,'sura % fnr nctinn to..lny' md. ill., consc-
n,",n,. .lu,ut sny"nty 1niy delegates to Tho
Nnt,o,,n, Iynu,u,,.Smtfrunu CouyuntIou wuro
,,rrst.,.t ] Il, tho gallery. Senator McDouald
cnltr,t nm tl,n ,nt.ns,,ra md I1u,lo Il ptIef OK
''''''"''' '. "wSa1,,u coxx,,Sa.
IN ,x,,on, t,,a s,'j,Jcst s,,nrI II, bs entirely
,.,," nst,r, viii, I'M mir If surprise, lin, tic
r"eni,1",, H., r.;,,l n,,.n 'rlu,,l. ryi,cottrut-
;,,s ~. otia,,,i, ~ ,y;t1, - t,r,.at rtfort. ho
"si,"; l thot tn, ti1xL lima So roai thlr. time,
"'rIn,:s a,,nnrh y sai,i tho Ssuatur. rlsIny tt,
ii. ~ f'"t ' !" nros ,l,o Sunator fro,n I,,t,iann
".' ,"isl, =" r,tss n n,.r,nsnt co,nn,tttroa Uors
ia ,.s,, ti,is thin, tn m 1T, interulluuDly?
~ + tn1"r In Iu.c,us lint ihose praycrs
, 1881-01-21

SENATOR MCDONALD proposed 4 rcsolu-
tfolt fl tito Senate yesterday fny0rlng tho ap-
Imintlnent. of It stnndIng committee on tl'o
rights of women c!tzclls. Scllator Col,k-
ling, who supported tho resolution, WIS aI>-
rlansictl by the occupants Of The ladtu;' gal
1ery when he expressed It l1ora tllat tile move
ment IN behalf of woMclI's rights won!tl rc-
suit In something practical. Tho resolu-
ti01t was, ol, ,lotion If Senator Dayis Of
Vest Virginia. referred to the Committee TN
Rules by yote Uf 70 oe;I. Senator Kernam
offered resolution. which was passctl. rc-
q,icstlug tho President to transmit to
the Senate, ifnot Incompatible with public In
tercsts, copies Of 4ny md Ill correspondence
which may have lasscfl 4betwecn tllc Sccre-
tnYy uf S.ntc and any diplomatic OF co,,sa,ar
agent Of tho United StHtcs III reference 10
tlIo exmrtatton Of criminals. paltl'ers, or In
salle persons froll fureign countries to this
country
, 1881-01-21
CABINET CRAZE.
The City Of Washington
Certain that 1t Knows
Nought.
Endless Reasons Given by Our
Correspondent for This
State oil Filings,
The Awful Secrecy Which
Shuts That Oyster, the
Illinois Delegation.
Gigantic Efforts Of the Delegation to
Agree on Cabinet for
Garfield.
Raum Backed Quite Strongly
for Either the Treasury
or the Big Wig.
A Grand Hoax About a Confer
cncc Of "Kickers !" at Conk~
ling's Residence.
Certainty that Garfield Has Made an
Uncquivooal Statement Con.
corning Cabinets.
Belief that lie Said: February
Is II Good Month for Cnl-
inct-t1alzfng."
From Every Quarter Grouty Don't
| Know Nothin' /" IN Reply to
All 1pfnrvfnrrora
Certainty that Garfield Has Made an
Uncquivocal Statement Con.
corning Cabinets.
Belief that lie Said: February
Is IL Good Month for Cab
inct-1Ialzing."
From Every Quarter d Grouty Don't
Know Nothin'! /" in Reply to
al InterViowera.

WASHINGTON, u. C., Ja's. 3o.-" You can
say" said on. Of tho members Of tic lli'"1s
delegation to-day, "t1nt ttlcru Is ITO trouble !
III The delegation upon the subject Of Cabinet
officers, Or anything else, mid tliat the 1nn,l
wiu says SO. whether ltc writes untler the
ttisgnlsu Of n pctticoat hr mt, vritns TINT
wl,tcl, lle c0Ens unt or his own bnIll." Tlle
saint spirit WIS manifested by tho cElirc
Illinois Republican s!e!eaAtlsa'. all Of w'osn
were Interviewed to-tlny ,llon tho subject
of Illinois III thu Csll,tnnt, Tlirre have
hccn rttnors that There las been for
so}n tiNM plotting. ard s:llemlng. and
Intriguing oil tho part of tic Delegation tn
secure united actton III favor Of solno person
whom tloy conl,t rccoNincIal for Cabinet
pnsitlon III caso t;ell. 0ar!:el shall gise ILL.,
nois II Cabinet place. II
AMONG TIL: urllEr Euxo,:s
Is one tha there llas brer considerable ill-feo
ing between so,lse Of tllc congressman ANIL
Su,Iator Iogal M account OF tito matter.
Tho truth scclns 10 be tll1s: Fur tic last two
weeks tho regular meeting uf thu Illinois
Club. Mt illo room If Congressman
Davis, l,as hee1 III grcai '1casur"
duyutc.l to this subject The IN
nols tecEatftll, which IL seEt(Otll unltca
upol anything, aud which is full Of little
untasonlstls. IL nav sn|it, united, ]'artnon-
lots upun tlles0 p0tits: First, that Illinois
ought tn hive n r1acn III tho Cabinet; SECOND,
tint 1t Is l,olot!y's business what tho tecga~
lon Is loill, mil tt Ito Que {ltnst Ut I'LL the
press) fhatI know anything abunt 1t; third,
that the resolution Of secrecy fl0opletl ut a
meeting OF tho Illunls Club, Political
Saulualriul, Suckrrs' l<l,-Ktux Kim. ur what
uycr ,,anlu ,tay lks given thts sotGmi1, ow!isll
pf h1tnS1 In nnprht11f i7nhf 1t1f11.r
, 1881-01-21

IN tho case of tho contest Of f. Afoody
UoyntOn fur TIC seat iii Congress occupied
by DR.. lorlng from. tho Sixth Massachusetts
District tho Committee on Elections llayn IT,
ported in fnvor Of tho sitting member. Gen.
Weaver Inns brought in n minority reDort
fayor!ng Mr.. 1Ioynton's clv.n.