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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-02-11
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A great deal Of Stop is poured out b,
newspaper WRITINGS in their treatment al
current topics. And it's conventional sion
too, without any redeeming quality what
ever: 1t is nothing but slop. Thus, In
speaking OF Buffers speech in the senate.
the other day. the sloppy man Of the
Cleveland Herald said: Hamburg Butler
10 at 1t again. His address at present il
Washington. and his dueling pistols are IN
eood order. This time the muzzle of his
snootlnglron IS not pointed toward cab-
met ofheer, the target being brother SEN
alter. But fercely az he may squint along
the barrel. and neryously as he may finger
shc trigger. there will be no powder exc
ploded or blood shed. Butler simply shot
himself off, making q feeble BOD. and
hurting nothing but his own reputation for
common sense, if that is capable of being
injured. There wasn't the slightest sug-
gestIon OF the code" in the talk made bv
Butter. nor was there any improperly in
his characterizing Conkline's campaign
assault upon the Carolina census as NAL.
ignant and Misrepresentation. for it was
exactly that and nothing else. The
sloppy man continues: The time was
when the finging in rapid success
slon those words: malignant heart
dishonesty and 'dishoDorable,' in
The face of an honorable senator by
brother senator. would have been followed
by general lodging beneath desks and
scampering to the cloak rooms. The two
honorables would have simultaneously
reached for their senatorial hip pockets.
and if these CHANGED to be empty their
right hands would Immediately have
strayed into the senatorial inkstands. With
q subsequent meeting in the gray Of the
morning in company with two friends
and surgeon to wips out the inkstains
with blood" This ia the sloppiest OF
slep. When in the history of the senate
the United States were such scenes wit
messed? There have been duels between
Washington statesmen. Men like Ran
dolph and Clay have gone out to fight
according to the rules of the code, but the
practice of dueling was attended with the
utmost decorum. and the time never was
in the senate of the United States whe d
such preliminaries as the Herald pictures
led up TO hostile meeting. 1t is since
dueling went out that smanners of both
houses have dsgensratsd:-C Chicago Times.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-02-11
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Fact God Liver Oil lie conceded to be the Con-
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For sale by all Druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-02-11

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turn out Cards Circulars, Note Heads.
Bill Heads, Law Briefs, and all othei
kinds of Printing in the highest style of
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And THE ARGUS Book BINDERY is doing
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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-02-11
STOCK SPECULATION.

JOHN a. DonsK d Co., Bankers and Brokers, IL
Wall Street New York, bay stocks reasonable
margin, and, when desired. will advise when and
what TO buy. Also Stock Privileges in which $3S
to 800 can be probably invested. Opportunities
for good profls constantly occurring. Full in
formation on application, and Weekly Report sent
free.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-02-11
Lilly White, for the Complexion

Rendering It smooth and snowy white. Price, IS
cents per box.
ITALIAN INDICATED SoAP.-Cures Salt Rheum,
ErysipeIas, Ring Worms, Flesh Worms. Chafed
and Chapped face and hands. and Q good shaving
compound. Price, 35 Cts per cake.
PoUDEE SUBTLE, err DEPILAToRY PowDKR.-Re-
moves hair from low foreheads, upper lips, arms
and hands, &c. instantaneously, single applca.
ton, and positively without injury to the skin.
Price, 81 per bottle.
LIQUID VEGETABLE RoUGE-Imparts delicate
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rubbing with cloth or handkerchief. Scots bottle
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Sold By Druggists and Fancy Goods Dealers.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-02-11

Will IT CURR MI +?

Said q man, whose wocbeeoae counte-
nance and broken down constitution
plainly show ed traces of disease suf-
ferer with Nervous Dyspepsia, In
whose stomach the moet delicate morsel
lay like lead. Refreshing sleep and
quiet nerves were strangers TO him and
he dispaired of ever being we'll,
We advised him 70 take
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-02-11
SIMMONS LIVER REGULATOR |

which he did, and in short time was
not only relieved but cured.
Reader, IL you are suffering with Dys.
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not wait until the disease has taken
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tor when the symptoms frst show
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suffering SIMMONS LIVER RRGU-
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ASK the recovered dyspspsies, bill
ious sufferers, victims OF fever and
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how they recovered their health. cheer
ful spirits and good appetits-they will
tell You by taking Simmons Liver Reg
ulator.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The series of Sabbath evening lectures on
the Pilgrims Progress, by the pastor OF the
Free Baptist church, Rev. Mr. Penney,
closed last Sabbath evening. They have at
tracted from the first. congregations that have
taxed the capacity of the church. Many, last
Sabbath evening. were unable to find standing
room. A good degree of religious interest
has been observed and several during the past
three months have professed conversion. The
church has large number of earnest Chris
tian workers, who cooperate with their pas
tor in the good work of helping and saving
men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

Tonight Jay Rails Uncle Toms Cabin
company appear in Granite Hall. 1t is
claimed to be the very best combination pre-
senting this famous drama. Popular prices
will prevail, % and 30 cents, and no higher,
and the usual crowds will doubtless he in at
tendance. Matinee this afternoon for school
children, the price Of admission to which
will be Is cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The annual meeting Of the stockholders of
the Eastern Telegraph Co. is to be held at
the Augusta House this forenoon at 10; and
the annual meeting of the stockholders Of the
Maine Central r. R. is to be held at the de-
not at the same time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

+. A. Scratch, druggist, Ruthven, Ont,
writes 81 have the greatest confidence in your
BuRpoCk BLOOD BIrTERs. In one case with
which l am personally acquainted their
success was almost incredible. One lady
told me that half bottle did her more good
than hundreds of dollars worth of medicine
she had previously taken" Price 81 60, trial
size 10 cents. dec20d&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

We are pleased to learn that Hon. Parker
p. BurIeigh, who was quite badly bruised by
being thrown against telegraph post in Hal
lowell, in . runaway accident, some days
ago, has fully recovered.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The next quarterly session of Kennebec
county Reform Clubs will be held with the
Cushnoc Heights Reform Club, at First
Christian church, Augusta, on Thursday.
January 9Th. Free entertainment for all.
Meetings At 104 A. NJ, 2 and p. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

News was received here yesterday of the
sudden death, in Boston, Of the wife of Mr..
Geo. H. Fairfield, formerly of this city The
remains will be brought to Augusta to-day,
for interment. Funeral services at the house
of Mr.. F. II. Fairfield, on Sewall street. this
afternoon at 4 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

Wells Health Remover. Absolute cure for
nervous debility and Weakness of the genera
tive functions, 81 at druggists. Depot Part
ridge Bros. Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21
Local ann Stair Mus.
"Wednesday, Dec. 81. 1881.

nz-One of the best places to decide what TO
buy for gentlemen friends. is from the elegant
stock of Mu61ers, Silk Handkerchief. Neck
Wear and fancy goods at Z. E. Davis
dec17fMWF&S
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The directors of the Maine Central met at
the Augusta House last evening Consider
able routine business was transacted In the
afternoon a delegation Of the leading citizens
of waterville-S. p. Abbott, Z. r. Mtchei'
Geo. Jewell, and Messrs. r. Foster. u. A.
Phillips, r. b. Dunn, r. W. Dunn, {. h.
McFadden, +. f. Heath, n. G. II. Pnisiter'
F.P. Haviland, j. W. Philbrick and |. =
Ranps-met the committee of the directors on
permanent location Of railroad shops, and
ably presented the claims of that town. The
directors have reached no decision as yet
upon the matter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The many friends of Miss Julia NJ. Elwin
will be glad to learn of her arrival in Bur-
nah. She sailed from New York, September
Sd, and arrived in Rangoon, Nov ember lst
She enjoyed a very pleasant voyage, and
writes very pleasing letter descriptive of
her adopted home, Thongzai.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

~ror Christmas, At Partridges Drug
Store, japanese Vases. Handkerchief .nu
Glove Boxes, Card Cases and keceNen'
Celluloid Goods, Opera Glasses, Toiies SETS
wallets. Faima Cologne. Choice Perfumes,
Cigar and Cigarette Holders. Meerschaum
G,,ois. Psriand, Odor Bottles, Christmas
Guides and lots Of nice toilet, useful ana
fsncv goods appropriate to the season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

John Hays. Credit, p o.. says that for
nine months he could not raise his hand to
his head through lameness in the shoulder,
but by the use of THOMAS ECLECTRIC on
he was entirely cured. dec20d&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21
Marrieo.

In Lagrange, Dec 18th. bywm. Banton, Esq, Mr..
James r. Russell and Miss Florence +. Knowles,
both OF Lagrange.
In Bucksport. Dec 18th. by A. L.. skinner. Esq.
Mr.. Albion K. Soper and Miss Abigail Gertrude
Condor, both of Orland
In Gray, Dec. 18th. BY Rev. T. Bean, Mr.. William
Morrill, Jr.. and Miss Alice A. II. Doughty. both Of
GRAY,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

Side by side with the old family clock on
the mantle shelf place bottle of Adamson's
Botanic Cough Balssm. You will need it in
the coming months. dec20tMW&S&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The ladies of the Unitarian society gave
very enjoyable coffee supper at the church
parlors, last evening. After the supper had
been served, an amateur minstrel company
gave very Imaginable entertainment, in which
rendered. Master Leigh Croker, who sang
a character song, and Miss Fannie Miller, who
read poem, are deserving of special men
ton. The large audience manifested their
appreciation by frequent and hearty applause.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

A good orchestra is n necessity in our city,
and we can congratulate ourselves that Au-
yusta now has an orchestra which is in every
respect first class. Hanagan's famous or
chestra has been recognized, with ii. NJ.
Pullen, recently from the Boston Conserva-
tory of Music. as leader and prompter. and is
now prepared to furnish music on all oc-
casions The orchestra will be among the
best in the State, numbering among its men,
beers d. NJ. league, violinist, and Nr. X. b.
Hall, cornet sOloist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The transfers of real estate last week, ..
recorded at the Office of Register Of Deeds,
amounted to SIG, 637.69.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

As there 10 considerable discussion now in
progress concerning the executive appoint
ments soon to be made to fill vacancies in
county Offices in Maine. which are to occur
J.nuary lst, the following list of somewhat
numerous offices thus to be filled will be OF
interest:
Comfy t'ommissioners-On from each
county in the State Except Aroostook, in
which county Gov. Plaisted appointed Lind
sew vice Burleigh, resigned in April last,
Observation-Disclosures Hancock and SON.
erset. a.
Clerks-Androscogg Cumberland ox-
ford and Sagadahoc.
Attorneys-Franklin and YORK.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

H-J. f. Devine has just received nearly
two car loads of new, fresh drugs and med
icines for his new Drug Store. Titcomb's old
stand, which will be opened Saturday the
24th
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

There will be Christmas sesper service
At the Unitarian church on Sunday afternoon
nj 1 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

~Santo Claus at Ksnsnans. II you
have not already inspected the elegant display
Of holiday goods at Kinsman's. Cor. vac.
and Bridge Sts., do not delay, but hasten
myself thence. Such variety! Soen iosus
Of pretty things Call early. Every tnins 20
suit all peoples tastes. from cents up u
fifteen dollars.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The Elmwood house at Waterville, has
been purchased by ex-Gov. Coburn, for DIR.
Fitzgerald. Mr.. Coburn pays about $4,000,
being the claims of the bank and the college,
while DIR. Fitzgerald assumes certain other
claims against the estate. The Doctor will
make the hotel his headquarters, selling his
handsome residence at Dexter. and the hotel
will in a measure be used as II sanitarium for
his many patients.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

The Universalists had two stormy, dark
evenings and horrible travelling for their re-
cent fair. but in spite of all they had finan-
cial success. The gross reseipts of the fair
were 1886. Sc; the net profits, all expenses
being paid, made the handsome SUN of S276..
Sc. The ladies of the parish are deserving
much credit for the excellent entertainment
they gave and the financial success they had.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21
Order Of the Laspirati.

CALVIN COOPER BENNETT, N: D.. win Be- At
Mn s. n. Johnson's, Academy ST.. Halloween, iof
80 limited stay commencing Monday evening.
is.I 9Th jsS2 Those wishing to avail themselves Of
bis healing should make previous application either
,scneiiy or bv letter. to the SECRETARY Of the Order
e. hi, secfior Who will give any desired informa
lion in regard to the peculiar and successful healing
~ pr.csiced By d. Bennett
a.estno eeasfasy far the Valley a he kssnebee
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21

Angina
Inc annual session Of the State Grange
opened in Meonian Hall At III O'Clock, yes.
terday forenoon. with Hon. D. II. Thing
OF Mount Vernon, Master, in the chair. All
the officers we're present. as follows:
Mastery. H. Thing, West Mt. Vernon.
Overseer-Geo. c. Pratt. South Paris
Lecrurer-Richard Nutter, Dexter.
Steward-Geo. c. Taylor, Fairfield Cor.
ner.
Asst. Steward-O. A. Bowman, No. Fair.
field.
Chaplain-E. E. Parkhur.t, May.viIle
Centre.
Treasurer-C. II. Cobb, East Poland.
Secretary-J. n. Jackson. Lewiston.
Gate keeper-G. n. Douglass, Cornish
Ceres-Mrs. J. o. Reyes, North Jay.
Pomona-Mrs- j. NJ. Jackson. Lewiston.
Fiora-Mrs. F. W. Richie, Winterport
L. A. Steward-Mrs. o. A. Bowman.
Fort Fairfield.
committee on credentials was appointed,
consisting of J. NJ. Jackson, of Lewiston,
T. ii. Cobb, East Poland, and J. Y.
Barker. Ii was found that ~ subor-
dinate oranges were represented by Mas
tiers. 20 by Masters and their wives,
and four by deiegates,-making total of sc
oranges. They represented membership in
June last of 5000, and it is expected that ad-
ditisnal delegates will be present to-day vino
will swell the number of members represent
ed to 10000.
large choir is maintained in connection
With the meeting, the singing Of which 10 led
by W. II. Moody
The afternoon was taken up by an address
by the State Master, Mr. Thing on the condi-
ton of the order in Maine. The reports of
the State Lecturer and Finance Committees,
were submitted. These showed a
slight increase in membership and
financial strength over year ago. The
Master then announced the standing commit
tees to the number of about twenty.
The meeting Of the State corporation
was also held, with the president, Samuel
Skillin, in the chair The reports
Of Secretary, Directors, Treasurer,
and Auditors were presented. The sales
made At the State store in Portland for the
year show an increase of 5000 over 1880.
There is also a large increase in stock and
fixtures. and the business and standing of the
store are much better than ever before.
In the evening a session of the State Co
operative Association was held, at which the
business of the corporation was fully dis
cussed.
This afternoon occurs the biennial election
of officers.
The hotel registers swarm with names of
prominent men who are in town on business.
Among the arrivals are Governor Harris NJ.
Plaisted, Bangor; Hon. Abner Coburn,
Skowhegan; President Geo. f. b. Jackson,
of the Maine Central, Portland; Arthur
Sewall, Bath; VIM. ID. Davis, Josiah II.
Drummond, Attorney General II. b. Cleaves,
Superintendent Payson Tucker, Portland;
Col. Frederic Robe. Gorham; Councillor
J. T. Hinckley. Bluehill; Bank Examiner
F. +. Richards, Camden; George Morrison,
New York President Il. A. Gilbert of the
Maine Board of Agriculture; u. NJ. Hall of
the 'Dirigo Rural" Bangor; Col. F. w.
Richie, Winterport; Hon. Nelson Ham,
Lewiston; Hon. Ivory Lord, Saco.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21
Difb.

In Bath, Dec. 10Th, Converse l.. Owen, aged a.
years. IL months.
2. years ind months.
In Portland, Dec. 18th, Jeremiah Desmond. aged
70 wears.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1881-12-21
MERRY oHR1srlrAs.
uuf Reporter Continue.h His Ramble
Along Water Street.
~" Ieiiesh the People Where to Pur~h..e
Their Holiday Presents.

IL u fascinating occupation on these SIM.
shiny afternoons to saunter .leno tho I'D.
"aiks' and feast ones eyes on the beautiful
display OF holiday articles in the store win
dows. What contrasts there are even in on,
Acadian city! Carriages with fashionablv.
dressed ladies and gentlemen drive up before
the stores. and the occupants enter. Some
boy or girl will receive a princely remem.
orance. Outside a ragged and forlorn
child presses its hungry face again.,
the great windows. and drinks in the
beauty and joy of the season. Blessing, on
the man who invented Christmas gifts, Let
the rich. in their abundance, remember the
poor and distressed; and let some token of
Chrisimastide fall to all. How the hear,
warns at kind word, or little souvenir of
friendship, and the soul of the giver expands /.
Truly the Master was right when he said. .sIt
is more blessed to give than to receive"
BIcKSELL's TEA AND COFFEE STORE.
Passing by the Hotel North block our at
tention is arrested by the. attractive windows
Of this concern. Augusta has long needed
tea and coffee store, and Mr.. Bicknell give.
MS such neat and alluring place that we are
irresistably drawn inside This store i. fast
getting to be the headquarters for pure teas
cofiees and spices. pound of real Java
with dash of Malebery, or Mocha, and
bundle of unauthorized tea, with sugar, make
pleasing and appropriate gifts to people to
whom cup Of pure coffee or tea is an un-
known luxury. In addition to this line of
goods, Mr.. Bicknell keeps constantly on
hand prunes, currants, citrons, raisins, and
tobacco. The store is open evenings.
EDWARD RowsE
A visit to Mr.. Rowse's establishment. l24
Water street, is ever attended with pleasure.
None can fail to be interested in the gems
which fash in the trays, or in the extensive
assortment of elegant rings nesting in velvet
cases. The store gitters with its array Of
highly polished and frosted silver ware.
Watches, clocks, jewelry and bric-a- brac con-
stitute an important portion of the stock dis
played at this establishment, all of which be-
speak the preparations for brisk holiday
trade.