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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
LINCOLNs MANLINESs.

The following correspondence to the
Chicago Inter Ocean from Menard county
Illinois narrates an interview with a Mr..
Green of that county. The party by the
name of Thompson mentioned may be re-
membered by the old settlers of this city.
The following is the conversation.
Were you with Lincoln during the
Black Hawk WARP
yes. 1t was not much of war, but
during our term out many amusing in
cidents occurred. | remember at Rock
Island there was a big fellow named Sam
Thomson, who was being backed by his
company as the champion wrestler of the
camp. Finally we put Lincoln against
him, and bet every dime we could scrape
together. They took hold, but Thomson
got the crotch lock on Lincoln and threw
him fiat. They took hold again, and Lin
coin told me afterward that he knew
Thompson could throw him, but he
thought he'd let the boys down easy as
possible, so he dallied around and put off
the fall as long as possible. After some
minutes Thompson took the crotch lock on
him again, and they came down, but it
was not so fair fall as the first, and our
boys claimed it was a dog fall
he OLneF crown ueIuduueQ tueif
money. and in about minute
there were 200 coats off and
prospect of free fight. Lincoln's infiu-
ence was then shown. Brushing the sand
from his clothes he cried, Give up your
money boys! If he didn't throw me fair,
he can. I'm willing to admit that" In a
moment the angry words were hushed,
coats were put on, and with an ''all right,
Abe if you say SO" the crowd quietly dis
persed.
A year or so after Lincoln's election,
was sitting with him one day at the White
House. when he suddenly broke out with,
whats become of that man Thompson,
Bill?'
what Thompson?" l inquired.
why, that fellow that threw me in the
camp at Rock Island during the Black
Hawk WARP said he
Il don't know. / haven't thought of
him for twenty years. Why"
"Oh, nothing" said Lincoln. Only
thought if you knew where he was I'd give
him a little appointment, just to show that
didn't bear him any malice"
I don't believe he found Thompson. and
if the latter is alive, ] don't know where he
&c -
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
SNAKE STORY.

AS Is quite generally known, the Ster-
ling branch of the C. B. & O., has suffered
greatly from the high water of the present
spring, and in consequence of such mum
dation, trains from this city to Sterling
have for some time been abandoned. The
water in most places covers the road-bed,
but of late the fall has placed the track and
rails above its surface.
On last Saturday a construction train
was sent out over this branch, with large
force of workmen, who were to repair the
washouts, and otherwise place the road in
good condition, where such work was pos
sible.
The gang of men returned to this city at
night, and was returned to the washouts at
an early hour this morning. One of the
party tells of the immense number Of
snakes of all sizes and conditions, which
were seen along the track, apparently driv-
en- on the railroad embankment by the flood
ed condition of the country, There were the
rattlesnake, the water snake, the blue
snake, the copperhead, garter and several
The track was fairly alive with the varie
gated reptiles, and formed sight that
only victims of Delirium Tremens can
have full conception of. The engineer
of the train saw the snakes along the track
but did not imagine that they would
cause any impeachment to the train. He
therefore attempted to pass over the living
mass Of reptiles, and succeeded in crushing
to death many of them, but the Shiny sub
stance emanating from their bodies soon
caused the propelling wheels to revolve
without moving the train. The engine
had been actually stopped by snakes
The men then alighted from the train
and commenced a wholesale slaughter of
the serpents. 1t is stated that fully three
hundred snakes were killed, while many of
them on the approach of the workmen
slid off into the water and made their
escape.
After killing the snakes and placing
sand upon the track the construction train
proceeded upon its way and arrived in this
city without further interruption at late
hour Saturday night
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
READ
The recent and substantial testimony OF
MRS. KECK'S Success
HOME AND ABROAD.
A COMMENTATOR LETTER.
GLAsFoRD. Peoria Co,
January 81, 1881.

I wish to communicate through
vonr paper a few facts in relation to
the sickness of my wife, and her re-
markable benefit received at the hands
of Mrs. Dr. Keck, thinking that may
in this way influence some suffering
fellow beings to seek the aid which
may restore them My wife has been
laboring under chronic affections, in
cluding catarrh, for - years. and has
been treated for the same most Of that
time. without material benefit. until
she applied at the office of Mrs. DIR.
Keck, in Peoria, last fall She had not
then spoken loud word for nearly 5
months, having lost her voice while
under other treatment. She was tire
atencd with paralysis, her entire left
side being very weak and numb, her
nervous system was completely shat
tered, her lungs in serious condition
and her health failing rapidly Her
hands and feet were always cold, SO
that it was almost impossible 10 warm
them, showing poor circulation and
condition of the blood.
About October 1st, 1880, she applied
at the Office of Mrs. Dr. Keck, in Pc
oria, for advice and treatment, which
she continued faithfully at home until
the middle of December. She made
Sc eral visits to Mrs DR.. Heck office
in Peoria in the meantime, to obtain
necessary directions and medicines,
and improved very much. Her voice
was still gone. however, and | had
very little hope that she would ever
recover it, although Mrs DR. keck said
that her remedies were working splcn
didly on her system, and that If she
would now accompany her to Davcn-
port lntirmary to receive extra treat
Inent she would recover her voice and
health But still dou1tin. :, l took my
wife to several physicians OF emf
nence for examination aud opinions
They agreed with Ms. Keck as to
" hat the trouble was. Some OF them
said there was rcry little hope. while
others said their was none, (for recov-
ery)
SO Mrs Watson went with l:rs Aeck
and remain. ed at her InfirmaIy five
weeks. She went under a vigorous,
though pleasant treatment there, and
in two weeks her voice was restored
to its origiDa strength Il. d tone
met her at Peoria OH her return home,
and heard her speak aloud for the tirst
time in eight months. Her health is
very much bettarln every way There
was great establishment among the
boarders at Mrs. W onders boarding
house, where Mrs. Keck has her office,
when Mrs. Watson talked aloud like
the rest, for all had heard her whisper
SO long, and did not believe she could
be restored. 1t has paid us well 10
follow Mrs. Keck's advice, although
we had very little faith at first. My
wife's recovery is truly remarkable
one. If any one doubts the above they
may correspond with me at Glasford,
Illinois. w. V. WATSON.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
MONDAYS MENTION.
Meeting Of the Circuit Court
this afternoon.
A BountifuI Supply of Snakes
on the Sterling Branch.
Miscellaneous Collection of
City News.
CIRCUIT COURT.

This afternoon at 9 O'Clock the May term
of the Circuit Court was convened Judge
Smith presiding.
The first business transacted was the
impanelling of the grand jury which con
sisted of the following persons.
Samuel Kennedy, James Dickson Sr
Joseph Parnett, l.. G. Elliot, James Camp
Thos. Corns, Mark Ashdown, III. W. Rath
bur. Silas Drury. Sr. Dan Montgomery
Geo r. Wells. Theo. Trails. Marx Kroger
C. r. Ainsworth Geo. Spaid, III. p, Hull
B. H. Kimball, Geo. F. Bailey, A Herkert
II. E. Cough, w. G. Bennett, Jno Gallagher
Sam Wainwright
After the organization of the Crane
Jury, the list of the Petit Jury for The
term was called and excuses heard. Al
the conclusion of the call, the docket va:
called and cases set for trial.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
NERVOUS DEBILITY,

VITAL WEAKNESS OR DEPRESSION weai
exhausted feeling, no energy or courage
the result of MENTAL ovER-woRK, INDIs
CRETIoNs OR EXCEssEs, or some drain upon
the system, is always cured by Humphreys
HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFIC No. 20. 1t tones
up and invigorates the system, dispels the
gloom and dependency imparts strength
and energy, -stops the drain and reJuven-
ates the entire man. Been used twenty
years with perfect success by thousands.
Sold by dealers. Price, 500 per single
vial, or $500 per package of five Walls and
81 90 vial of powder. Sent by mail on re-
ceipt of price. Address HUMPHREYS
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE COMPANY, los
Fulton Street, n. Y.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
BREvITTEs.

The river is falling.
Circuit Court to-day.
The City Council will meet this evening.
The Blue Ribbon club will meet this
evening.
The Assessors met this morning at the
Court House.
The wagon bridge at Milan is about
completed:
Eleven arrests were made by the Police
during April.
Soda water will soon be ON sale at the
different drug stores.
The sale of seats for Lawrence Barrett
commenced this morning.
Thirty four couples were united in mar
rage, in this county, during the month
just past.
Ten deaths occurred in this city last week
which is a very large mortality record for
city of this size.
DR.. ]. w. Morgan of Port Byron will
address the temperance society at Trinity
Chapel this evening.
The Viola, with Captain Pierce on deck,
came out of winter quarters yesterday,
| and started to-day in the Andalusia trade.
The Viola will make daily trips, leaving
Andalusia at Z a. M. and leaving Rock
Island at p. m.
Alderman Henry chairman of the Bridge
Committee piloted the first team across the
Milan bridge at Is minutes to 12 o'clock
this morning. The material was purchas-
ed just week ago, and the work has been
prosecuted with vigor The workmen
were employed yesterday and thus were
enabled to complete the structure this
morning.
The Library Association have lately Sc
cured a number of new books. Among
the list are:-Across Patagonia, by Lady
Florence Dixil Boys of '76, by Charles c.
Coffin; Conquest of Spain by the Arab
Moors, by Henry Coppee; Earl Hubert's
daughter, by Mrs. E. S. Holt; A Fair Bar
barian, by Mrs. Francis Hodgson Burnett
Leaden Casket, by Mrs. A W. Hunt; Past
and Present, by Thomas Carlyle; Reminis-
cences, by Thomas Carlyle; Sartor Resart-
us, by Thomas Carlyle; Somebody's Neigh
boris, by Rose Terry Cooke; Tom Sawyer,
| by Mark Twain.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
LAST CAKE OF WINTER.

On the the river bank between this city
and Hampton there still remains large
pile Of ice which is a lasting monument OF
the severity of the winter just closed. Its
locality is contiguous to the old Swede
Brewery, and from present appearances ii
will require several days of very warm
weather to melt it, and cause the ice to
disappear from the face of the earth, The
pile is about fourteen feet in heighth. and
extends along the roadway some sixty
feet. The pile attracts general attention
from all who have occasion to pass that
locality, as it is remarkable that on the I'd
of May, such traces of winter should still
be visible.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
SCARED To DEATH.

ed to loaded wagon, was going down
First avenue, at the time the incoming
train on the Mercer county road was APP
preaching the depot. One of the horses
became badly frightened, but made no eff
fort to run away. The animal trembled. as
is the story of the aspen, and. making a
fearful leap in the air, tumbled down dead.
The animal was, evidently, not civilized
horse, as the sight of the engine was too
much for it, and caused it to yield up its
life
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
GATTANTA. Ill. Dec. II. 1880.


Mrs. DR. KECK:-Dear Friend: wish
to make known through your columns
what your wonderful remedies and
noble advice has done for me. For the
last ten years have been debilitated
all over; system generally run down;
suffering with severe pains in my
side. back aud heart; alsJ had the
Wors of female troubles. l had sink
ing spells at times which thought |
woule never come out of NV whole
left side was paralyZed. was scarce.
ly able TO come to your office, l lack ed
blood. You gave me good healthy
blood without the use of iron, which
SO many doctors give. BY your advice
l went to Your Infirmary for special
treatment | couldn't receive at home,
and l advise all delicate ladies to 90 to
the Infirmary.
Suffering ones, give Mrs. keck fair
trial and success is yours bless the
day net you. | want you to come 20
Lincoln and treat my afflicted friends
Any one doubling this can address me-
Yours with the best wishes,
MRS EMILY kuoADS.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
THE ASSESSORS.

The assessors of the various townships met
in the court house this morning.
J. P. Sohnson of Reynolds was selected
as chairman and L. w. Beal of Yuma was
chosen as secretary. The roll call showed
the following members in attendance:
Geo. Marshall-Cordova.
Hugh McCall-Port Byron.
L. w. Beal-Zuma.
R. N. Mitchell-Rapid City
E. Fl. Hunt-Port Byron.
l. Hontoon, Moline,
J. B. Wells-City.
G. ]. Davis-Milan.
T. Corns-Coal Valley.
P. NJ. Cheney-Rural.
]. P. Johnson-Reynolds.
Jas. Taylor-Taylor Ridge.
N, Buffum-Andalusia.
S. Drury-Drury.
The rate of taxation was fully discussed
and other matters pertaining to the assess
ment received their share Of attention.
Itsis understood that the rate of last
year on personal property and real estate
was adopted at the meeting this morning
for the assessment of the coming season,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
CONFIRMATION.

Yesterday morning Bishop Burgess at
the Trinity Church administered the rite OF
confirmation to very large class. The
church was well filed at the morning
services, and after sermon by the Bishop
the confirmation of forty three persons
took place. Those confirmed were resi-
dence of this city aud Moline, and the
number is thought to exceed that of any
previous class. The Bishop preached in
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02

II wish l was dead" is an expression
not unfreQuently used by the despeptic and
sufferer from liver disease; the depressed
spirits uniting the mind for anything, and
almost driving him to despair. Be of
good cheer; there is life and health left for
you yet. Take Simmons Liver Regulator.
1t regulates the liver, dispels dependency
and restores health.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
a LETTER.
s2oaS CENTER ST. COR. GRoy
RInOMINaToN LIZ Irr,d Z -.

oAOoA1NdIOAs Liz, GunU D. 1851. I
Mrs. DIR. KECK-Dear Madam: / wouId Ike the
public TO know what you have done for NV wife
that others may go and be benefited by the same.
means At the age OF IL che was a sufferer from
scarlet fever and measles, which left her with con-
stitutional disease which has afflicted her ever
since, nearly 25 years. Some Of the many symp-
toms have been aggravated by female trou bIee
with severest aching at the top of the head, and
great heat; continual pain in the small OF the back
piles for IL years, very bad; dropsica tendency,
often ploating badly; ana her sys!em was also
very full Of humorous matter. She one time
had polypus cut out from her nose, and later
ABOUT years ago, had two tumors removed from
Der rlghf cheek, leaving large scars But b., these
operations the cause of III: trouble was of course
not reached. Seeing what you had done for others
my Wne began under your di-ec. ion In January
last IN two weeks time the headaches with which
Sns had suffered for 50 mu1Iy years gone, and
one mon. = treatment at your Bloomington office
convinced her and myself that your treatment was
@hat she needed to reach her case and she accom-
panied you to your InhEmary I'm Davenport Iowa
Ourlng t"o months IL that fnsIifation under your
pe!sOhal care, she was cured o. the piles her fe
mate troubles We're entirely reiicgec and with mt
Tue use II tue knife, there removed from the
bocy Twelve tumots, including q large ovuriAn m
NOR. She mas continued the treatment Of her svs
tenn at nome under your directions since then and
experienced constant Improvement and heftar
nealih than IN these many years L hone All vvo,,
suHered as che did may be led to coIisuIt vonr
treatment. ny daughter Oracle seven Yea . old
mas also taken the treatment with great ieuefit for
throat troubles. Myself wife would gladly give
any further information desired g.
Vary gratefully yours, RoRRaT FgL1.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
Grateful Women.

None receive so much benefit, and none
are so profoundly grateful and show such
an interest in recommending Hop Bitters
as women. 1t is the only remedy peculiar
" adapted to the many ills the sex is sub
ject to. Chills and fever, indigestion OF
deranged liver, constant or periodical sick
headaches, weakness in the back or kid
neys, pain in the shoulders and different
parts of the bsdy, feeling of lassitude and
dependency, are all readily removed by
these Bitters
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
Oaudelion.

Dr. Whites Dandelion Alternative is pre-
pared from a concentrated extract of Dan
delion root, in combination with other val
liable roots, barks, and herbs, and is with
out doubt the best liver corrector and blood
purifier in the market. Pint bottles only
one dollar, and every bottle warranted.
Use DIR. Whites Pulmonaria for Coughs
and Colds. 1t is so pleasant to the taste
that old people like it and children cry fol
it.
For sale by C. Speidel, Rock Island, and
Richards & Sohrbeck. Moline.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02

In our endeavors to preserve health it is
of the utmost Importance that we keep the
secretory system in perfect condition. The
well-known remedy Kidney-Wort, has spe-
cifc action on the kidneys, liver and bow
els Use it instead of dosing with vile bit
tiers or drastic pills. 1t is purely vege-
table, and is prompt but mild in action. II
is prepared in both dry and liquid form
and sold by Druggists verywhere.-Read-
ing EAGLE
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
Never Give Up.

If you are suffering with low and de
pressed spirits, loss of appetite, general
debility, disordered blood, weak censtitu-
ton, headache, or any disease of bilious
nature, by all means procure a bottle of
Electric Bitters. You win be surprised to
see the rapid improvements that will follow;
you viii be inspired with new life; strength
and activity win. return; pain and misery
will cease, and henceforfh you will rejoice
in the praise of Electric Bitters. Sold at
at fifty cents bottle, by G. Speidel.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
TIE REVOLUTION COMPLETE.

Twelve months ago public opinion was
divided as to the merits of the various ad-
vertised medicines for Coughs and Colds.
All doubts upon this important subject
seem to be now at an end. The unparal-
leled success of HALE's HONEY OF HoRE-
HOUND AND TAR has settled the question.
1t is in evidence that in upward of five
thousand cases of Lung and Throat Com
plants it has not failed in single instance
to effect a cure. The result is demand
for the article that has no precedent in the
history of proprietary medicines. Sold by
all druggists at so cents and 81. Great saw
ing by buying large size.
w. L. Mathews, 2,522 Grays Ferry Road,
Philadelphia, writes: "HALE's HONEY OF
HoREHoUAD AND TAR, is Gerry popular in
our neighborhood."
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
LAWRENCE RARRETr.

The sale of seats for the Julius Caesar"
performance next Wednesday night com
menced Marshall's drug store this morning.
1t is highly probable that one of the largest
audiences ever gathered at Harper's Theatre
win assemble at that place ofamusementn next
Wednesday night. Delegations from Mo
line, Davenport and Geneseo viii be in at
tendance, as special arrangements have
been made for their presence on that occa-
sion.
In speaking of this play the Detroit Post
says:
| MIR. Barrett has often played ''Cassius"
| in this city, but never before so well as
last evening. He was on his mettle from
first to last, and his acting was very pow
erful and intense, full of fire. passion and
nervous force, and characterized by exquis
| tie shading. Seldom, indeed, does an actor
so thoroughly get inside character. Mr.
Barrett's delivery of the speech wherein
| "'Cassius" describes with bitter sarcasm
"CGsars' rescue from the Tiber was cleo
trical in ias effect, and from this point he
depicted every phase of the choleric CON
spirator's career with steadily increasing
force and finish. In the assassination
scene and the famous quarrel scene he was
very strong. The audience manifested
thorough sympathy and quick apprecia-
ton. The recognition bestowed was fire.
euent and enthusiastic, Mr.. Barrett 8
present company has been carefully Sc
lected, and promises to be the best ever as
ISOLATED with him for a travelling tour.
Mr.. Louis James who constitutes his lead
ing male support, was formerly leading
N IL g
ed to be one of the beest young actors on
our stage. His performance of "Brutus"
was characterized by nobility, grace, digni-
ty, and artistic appreciation. Mr.. Book, a
painstaking and experienced actor, was
quite acceptable as Marc Anthony" and
the audience seem to take very kindly to
Mr. Rogers, as the bluff, blunt 'fCasca.'
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
May end, 1881

1t is no longer an idle dream or Boosting
to affirm that Fellows Hypophosphites,
wherein are united natures forces, will
strengthen man and make his life endur
able, but sparkling with rude and joyous
health. Fellows Hypophosphites supplies
the ingredients which constitute healthy
blood, and imparts the elements which
give vitality.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
Notice to watar Consumers.

You are hereby notified that your water
rent from May 1st to November list, 1881,
is due. The rent must be payed to the
collector at the Office of the City Water
Works, before May 10th. If not paid by
March 10th the water will be cut off With
out further notice. One dollar will be
charged for turning the water on again.
1-2-dSt FRED, CRAMER
Supt. Water Works.
Nav end. 1881.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
AMUsEHryTs

Last Saturday night a large audience as
sembled at Harpers Theatre to witness the
performance rip Van Wrinkle" with
Mr. Joseph Jefferson in the title role. His
lmpersonation of the jolly vagabond of the
Catskills in the earlier acts of the play and
also OF the old man wandering back to his
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02

April were S1O4, 1913, 90. against $50, 900 50
in 1880, an increase of $67. 303.37.
The Denver and Boulder Valley Railroad
was sold April 1s, but much opposition
was shown by the shareholders, who are
now assured that the sale will not be con-
firmed unless all the stockholders are pro-
tected
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02

Prevention is better than cure. Moffat's
Life Pills cleanse the system and prevents
disease. Moffat's Phoenix Bitters are In
MIGRATING and Strengthening. For sale
by Druggists everywhere.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02

THOROUGH PURITY OF THE CUTICLE Is
attained by the use of GLENN's SULPHUR
SOAR.
Hills HAIR AND WHISPER DYE, Black
or Brown, soc.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02

It is certainly blessing to have safe,
reliable and cheap remedy for coughs and
colds near at hand at this season of the
year. DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup has emin-
emily proven itself to be such a remedy.
Price % cents.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-02
The Best

assortment to select from in the three
cities, if you are wanting anything in the
Boot s. Shoe line, it can be found at
CARsE s. RETIcKERs.