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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
ROCK ISLAND. ILLINOIS. FRIDAY DECEMBER 1e, 1881

can people ought to know what miser-
able sneak you are
Scoville questioned witness (Reynolds)
until adjournment.
sQ-Have you always been on good terms
with the prisoner? Guiteau shouted, Yes
| always considered him my friend, and he
proved himself mean, dirty scoundrel. A
nice record you'n have, Reynolds, to come
sneaking into my cell to get information to
hang me on.
Scoville pressed the witness closely and
finally received the answer that the gov
ernment paid him for his expenses while
having these interviews.
Guiteau-"How much?"
Scoville-fsYou keep quiet"
Guiteau-'sW then; ask him how much
he got. You take an hour to get out of
him what Icould learn in ten minutes"
Scoville aeked witness how much he re-
ceived Witness replied $S5.
Guiteau-"Three interviews. Well,
that's pretty good-about $500 a day for
lying. That's more than Corkhin earns,
but then he'll get bis reward down below in
the next world"
The cross examination elected nothing
new or material Guiteau became disgust
ed with tlse tedious proceeding and propo-
sed to go home Adjourned s
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
PRESIDENTIAL INABILITY.

DISCUSSION IN THE SENATE YESTERDAY.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 15.-The discussion
OF the Presidential succession in the con-
tingencies provided for was resumed and
Mr.. Garland addressed the Senate. He
said the Presidents pro tenn of Senate
and Speakers of the House had been held
to be officers in the sense in which the
word was used in the clause of the constr
tuition, inasnuch as they were officers of
their Houses, but enough doubt had been
thrown uyon it to require that the matter
be placed beyond cavil. His answer to
the objection of the Senator from Ken
lucky Beck that the Cabinet officers
to whom line succession is given by his
bill might have been ineligible as not
possessing Presidential qualifications, was
that the requirement that such officers
shall have these qualifications could be
added to the bill; also provision TO
meet the case of Cabinet officers i'm pli-
Gated as particeps criminis with an i'm
peached President. He disagreed with
that Senator as to the propriety of vest
ing provisional succession in Judges of the
Supreme Court, as the Presidential dutit.s
were beyond question such as required ex-
ecutive rather than judicial or Legislative
officer. The succession should descend in
that line which is indicated by the verdict
at the quadrennial election. As to when
the Presidents inability arises, or as to
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You have read what tn
Criticisms of the Press !:

No invalid who values health and its blessings
should risk the mass of testimony which exists
as to her ability to apparently hopeless cases
Lincoln (Ill.) Herald.
The Doctor is adding daily TO her already illustr
ous and well-earned reputation Pecria Journal
Indeed, if all cur physicians were to take the
same interest, and work with the same professional
zeal as Mrs. DIR. keck who gives her life her entire
time and labor, to the grand conquest of human
disease. then would there be less aficton. and bet
ter health at large.-Bloomington Bulletin
The lady Is herself a remarkable woman. Enga-
gng in the practice OF medicine about Is years ago
when it was difficult for a in any public
position have her qualities recognized even to
meet tolerance. Mrs. DR.. keck, by virtue of rare
merit. supported by indomitably perseverance, has
worked heroicly and rapidly upward. until now she
STANDS upon an einence, professionally celebrated
socially respected, and financially solid.-DaveR-
port Gazette.
Mrs. DIR. Keck has shown herself to be a wonder
full woman, and her career is a wonderful one, look
at it what way you will-Peoria National Democrat.
Frank, generous. and kind-hearted. she has won
the affections of all classes and is respected and
honored not alone for her profe ssional atanments
but for her high qualities as lady and upright citi
zen.-Industries of Peoria.
We speak from our own knowledge. when We say
she is enc of the most successful practitioners. in
the treatment of diseases made speciality by her
In this country.--W ashington Farmer.
The growth of her business in this city has been
steady and rapid aud her reputation for practical
skill in the treatment of chronic diseases IL widely
increasing Evening Peorian.
During her last visit here il was wonderfulks see
the vast crowd of patients that gathered around her
Lincoln (Ill.) Herald.
This lady has developed system Of practice
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MAC yEaGH.s sucGRssaR.


. WASHINGTON, Dec. 16.-The President
sent the following nominations to the sen
ate: Benjamin Harris Brewster, Penn,
Attorney General of the United States
Nathaniel A. Adams, Pension Agent, St
Louis.
Indian Agents Henry j. Armstrong OF
Crow Agency, Montana; A. Z. Cook, Fort
Hall Agency, Idaho; Jesse FL. Fleming,
Moquis Pueblo Agency, Arizona.
Additional nominations for Postmasters,
Josephus B. Venard. Macomb, Ills; Gusta-
vus A. Pfrangle. Aurora, III; A. F. John
@. Adams, Marengo, III; A. @. Bowen,
Waukegan, Ill; VIM. E. Bowman, Ottawa,
Ill; John K. Lebanon, Elgin Ill; Richard
ID. Smith, Pekin Ill. s..
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Guiteau's Speech in Court
Others in Congress.
The Assassin Trial More Dis
gusting Than Ever.
Crimes, Casualties and Fail
ures---Generai News.
HIS DOMESTIC RELATIONS.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 16.-The Prosecu-
ting Attorney was little late in Aresci-
ing the Criminal Court this morning and
Guiteau improved the opportunity to make
one of his little speeches. ITO put in tirne.)
Looking over to the vacant seat) he said
with chuckle1 1-sT undersfand Gen Rey-
nolds is sick this morning II wonder if
Corkhill isl guess they got more than
they wanted yesterday, it's about time for
Corkhil1 to get sick and stay sick
Geo. D. Barnard, Deputy Clerk of the
Supreme Court, Kings county, N Y, took
the stand TO prove the divorce of Anna J.
Guiteau from the prisoner. Witness pre-
sented the record. of the court and order of
the Judge for his (Witness) attendance
here ScoviIle objected to the admission
of the papers upon the ground that they
were not certified by the Clerk of the Court
as required by act Of Congress.
COURT ovERRULED THE OBJECTION.
and admitted the papers as originals
in the case, papers set forth granting an
absolute divorce upon the ground OF adul-
terry, no answer having been made by the
defendant.
Guiteau referring to the woman named
with whom he had committed adultsrytsaid:
This woman Jennings was high toned
woman in New York, it was purely mat
ter of business between ms. I committed
adultery with her to get rid of woman
didn't love, thought it much
MORE MORAL COURSE
than to live with her and have children
year after year have been strictly vir-
tuous man for six years past, and always
have been a high toned christian man.
Scoville desired to note Exception to the
admission of evidence. .-,a554
Guiteau = with impatience) - 'a0h,
what's the use of duibbling over that: l
admit my marriage and divorce. don't
care for that @s3 s5ia
CAN GET MARRIED AGAIN
anywhere outside of New York state, and
for that matter in New York too; under
the new law there if a man lives a strictly
virtuous life for six years after being di
vorced, the court will let him marry again.
Why, I could get married in New York to
morrow if wanted" <t.-l
General Reynolds was called. .Guiteau
at once broke in petulantly, saying, 4
hope you will cut off General Reynolds
and not waste any more time on him. He
told all he knew about tins case and a
good deal more
Scoville cross-examined the witness.
Guiteau frequently interrupted, contradict
ing and insulting the witness, at one time
shouting: 81 would have been hung q
hundred times July last but for the national
troops, and all through your lying and
Corkhilps, I am going to get even with you
two.
Witness explained that when he visited
Guiteau, his trial had not been arranged
President Garfield was still living, and he
(witness) had not thought of being subp@-
naed as witness.
'fYou lie," shouted Guiteau, ''you came
to my cell as a spy for the District Attor-
ney."
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TESTIMONY YESTERDAY.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 15.-Immediately
after recess Guiteau said: 1--WE given a
thousand autographs since the trial began
II has been suggested charge 25 cents for
then, hut I decline. We want money,
however, for this trial. There are certain
office holders in the city and throughout
the country that never would nave had
their positions but for my inspiration L
want these men, if they have any con-
sciences, to respond to this appeal and send
us money. If they don't ] shall speak out
in meeting and give their names next time
Some rich men in New York gave Mrs.
Garfield several hundred thousand dollars.
1t was a noble act, and | applaud it. Now
I want them to give me some. l demand
it in the name of justice and right
CorkhilI introduced in evidence the ap-
plication made by Guitcau ten hours ago
for policy of life insurance, ir which the
prisoner answered in negative the question:
HAS there ever been aAy insanity in your
i'amily?s
Gen. REYNOLDS continued: At my sec
ond, interview with the prisoner he wrote
an address TO American people, which has
since been published, and handed it to me
with q request that I have it published.
The original draft was than introduced and
read by Corkhill, Guiteau following close
ly and commenting. When the word IN
spirationp was read, Porter arose and call
ed attention to the fact that this was the
first announcement of an inspiration as
q defense for murder, and that it was .nade
on the 10Th of July, after the prlsone,
learned that Arthur, Grant Conkllng ano
other Stalwarts that he expected would
shield him, in reality loathed him and alb
horred his act.
Guiteau shouted, Its lie, Mr. Big
Mouthed Porter
ScovilIe protested against this style o.
argument to the jury, and demanded ina
Porter withdraw that remark
Porter-I shall not withdraw one woru
shall say upon this trial.
A number of letters writted by Gulteat
since his incarceration were read by fnt
District Attorney and were oiIered 70 ois
nrove the cry of insanity. After the read
ing was concluded Guiteau inquired
where are the rest of my letters. Cork
hill. YOU intercepteds think the Amer
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16

Remember this: There are many diseases
that, taken at the start, may be easily
checked; let them run, and they often
prove fatal. For such diseases. generally
rising from stomach difficulties. no medi-
cine isso valuable in the house as Moffat's
Life Pills. Moffat's Phoenix Bitters pro-
mote good health Try them. For sale
by druggists everywhere.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
I0RNE VIII, TARRY

LONDON, Dec. 15.-The Marquis of
Lorne will remain in Canada another three
years, having made known his desire to
complete the full term of Governor Gener
alship unless recalled to take another ap
pointment. q
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
AN ARKANSAS CRANK.

Hor SPR1Sas, Ark, Dec. 16.-One of
the most brutal murders ever known was
perpetrated Wednesday, eight miles north
of here. The victims are an old farmer,
VIM. Supplis and wife, and it is supposed
the murderer is one Flanagan, who is al
legged to be cranky. Supplis, had his head
severed from the body and both were bad
ly mutilated. s. s5-s.--..s..
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
FIRES.

COLUMBUS, O.. Dec 16-The Grand
Opera House was gutted by fire Early this
morning. Loss $4,000. %
ORANGE, N. J. Dec 16.-The hat fac
tory of Cummings, Barry 81 Co., and Spar
row, Venins 81 Co. and five dwellings were
burned this morning, Loss. 100000, in
sured Three hundred men are out of
employment.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
A Lady's Wish

- .HOh, how wish my skin was as clear
and soft as yours" said a lady to her
friend, You can easily make it so,7
said the friend. "How," inquired the first
lady .''By using Hop Bitters, that makes
pure, ricn blood and blooming health. 1t
did it for me, as you observe" Read of
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
COTTON SHORT.

BALTIMORE, Dec. 16.-R. w. L.sRasin
& Co., extensive manufactures and fertil-
izers, made an assignment liabilities
estimated at $500,00 or upwards; assets
not yet known. The failure is attributed
to selling cotton short.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
POLICE POLICY.

VIENNA, Dec. 16.-Some sensation has
been caused by a bakers statement that
after he escaped from the burning theatre
he purchased three candles and hastened
back in hope of saving some sufferers. but
the police arrested him and refused to let
him enter the building
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
A APETITIoN.

WASHINGTON, Dec. IS 6-senator Yaul
byck presented petition from three thous-
and citizens of Nebraska, praying for the
passage of the Interstate Commerce bill
to prohibit railways from discriminating
and regulating rates.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
Rheumatic Diseases.

These ailments follow from torpid liver
and costive bowels; the skin, bowels and
kidneys failing in their proper work, an
acrid poison is formed in the blood, which
is the occusion of these acute diseases.
Kidney Wort produces healthy action of
all secretive organs, and throws off the
rheumatic poison. Equally efficient in
Liquid or Dry form.-Inter- Ocean.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
PROBABILITIES.

WAsHrNGToN, Dec. 16.-Upper Missis-
sippi and lower Missouri Valleys, partly
cloudy weather, light rain or snow, follow
ed by clearing weather; southwest veering
to colder northwest winds, rising preceded
in south and east portions BY falling
a#
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
SENATE.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 16.-The President
pro tenn. is authorized to fill vacancies oc-
casioned by recent changes in committee
membership and other like vacancies pre-
viously existing. Bills were introduced
and referred, for the suppression and pre-
vention of pleuro pneumonia in meat cat
tie; to authorize the erection of statue of
Chief Justice Marshal by Camden; for fur
ther appropriations to continue the i'm
provement of the Little Kanahwa river in
West Virginia.
By Chalmers, to pay public debt and
stop the manufacture of money by corpo-
rations. Section / provides for an issue
of thirty millions United States treas
ury notes which shall have the same legal
tender in qualities as are now given to
national bank notes.
The speaker announced the following
special corum on expenses attending the
illness and burial of President Garfield.
Taylor, Pound, Cox. New York; Joyce.
Lefvere, Belford, Blackburn Page Springer,
oNeill and Shelly.
V'os'nson) of New York rose to a aues-
' .lon VI privilege, he stated he had reso-
luton he desired to offer During the re-
CESS Oh congress an officer of this govern
ment eonnectedwith the state 1epsrtment
had usurped the privileges of the
House"
The speaker.-''Ths gentleman has al
ready disclosed his desires to proceed to
business"
Robinson. = This is the onest;o,
involving the privileges of the House y
speaker.-'Its not a matter relating tn a
member of the House.
Robinson. '.It relates to the whole
House its usurpation by department Of
this government. 1t involves the inpris-
onment OF our citizens abroad, we can get
nothing into this Congress. The rights OF
our citizens cannot be heard, (and cries Of
0roer). will not press it now, but
you will hear from me again.
The call of states then continued. Bills
were introduced by Willis to regulate
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
LOST AT SEA.

LONDON, Dec. ia boat containing
fourteen persons left Galway last evening
for Arran Islands. Midway of the passage
storm was encountered and the boat
sunk All hands perished.
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sugrage in the territories, and to fix certain
qualifications for office, also to provide for
oaths for Jurors in trials for bigamy in ter
rltories, also relative to crime, bigamy, and
proof thereof; also to provide for the regu-
lation Of voters in Utah Territory: also to
reorganize the legislative powers of Utah
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
Notice of Assignment.

Public notice is hereby given that William S. Beal
and George W. Beal. partners in business as Beal
Bro, at Hillstale, illinois, have made general as
signnent of all their property to the undersigned,
for the benefit of their creditors and all creditors of
said Bea Bro, hereby notified to present their
claims under oath affirmation to the undersigned
within three months from this date.
Dated Dec. 18TH 1881.
E. p. FEASTER.
Assignee of Beal Bro.
KENwoRrHY & BEARDsLEY
Attorneys for Assignee. DIV Cw
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16

COMMERCIAL.
Wheat-Quiet and higher; No red. Jan. l,430
42A Feb1. .451s0s1 .461S March, 1,50sa11 SOS.
Corn-Weak lower mixed Western spot 6GGr67.
Oats-Firmer; western. 46Q147.
Pork-1S 80.
Lard--11 20.
Whiskey--1 IS.
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which is distinctive, ANA seems TO meet the require
ments TO which IL is applied wiiht surprising facl
ity. Peoria Transcript
Some who have been given up by onr best physi
clans incurabe, have been placed under the care
of this lady who mas saved them from an earlv
graYe--Bloomington Sunday Eye.
name so wen known in Central Illinois
have become household word in hundreds OF fami-
lies, Is that OF Mrs DR.. Keck.- Evening Peorian.
During practice of nearly 10 years, DIR. Kecl has
gained. without coubt greater celebrity than any
female physician in the west, and the strongest en-
Gorsenents pour IN from all parts Of the country.
Woodford SentiKeL
Mrs. Keck has been an active and successful
practitioner for Is year,. She makes a special
stu6y Of chronic diseases only; and has certainly
performed many wonderful -Washn gton
Farmer.
Time and larger acquaintance Eith the people
only serve to add yearly ~ Mrs. fses celebrity as
a hysleian and good name as acknowledging
This lady is so wen and favorably known 70 our
readers that she needs but passing notice here.
She comes always crowned with compliments and
bearing the highest recomnendatons.-LincO
(fll) Times.
Ihe Doctors rapidly growing popularity Is a con-
stsint cause OF remark She has always had largo
practice here. probably the first In the city and still
IL increasing and patients come from great distan-
ces-Peoria Freeman.
This lady has gained an eninence IN the practice
Of her speciality of chronic Diseases which inspires
i2neritoFloas emulation the part Of Younger and
even older followers Of Esculapus, and the results
praises and blessings OF hundreds not Ia Davenport
onys bat through the broad distances Of the states
davenport Democrat.
Free at OMco,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16

Ask your druggist for '.Dr. Sykes Sure
Cure for Catarrh." Don't take any other.
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Chicago Market.

CHICAGO, Dec, Is.
Wheat--Active. higher, &c cash Dec; 29&
January; 1 30 February.
Corn-Strong and closing easier, 60l4 cash; 602z
Dee; 81 asked January; 665a bid May; sales 671l
May
oats-Firmer, 451a cash, Dec; 46 Jan and Feb.
46js May.
Rye-9Sc.
Barley-Nominal, &c higher, 033.
Whiskey II.
Pork-Easier. 16 so; sold cash 16 50 Jan. !; 1G 60
Feb. and 16 go March. 's -
Lard-weak and lower, 10 80 cash; 20 971S Jan'y
II p bid Feb
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st. Louis Market.

st. Louis Market.
ST. LOUIS, Dec. 16.
wheat--opened higher. closed lower weak;
red, "a al a41f Cash a614@1 a7A: Dec, 30;
Jan. / 46; Feby, 14454.
Corn--Opened higher, declined 62i40eb3
Oats-Ffrm, slow; 47346147as cash; no options.
Rye--Higer; 90 bid.
Barley--Du1l; S5QI1 Is.
Whiskey--1 II.
PORK Slow; 1701k bid Jan; II TIA Feb.
LIVE STOCK.
Hops-Receipts. 4.4JO. quiet; very light 5 esq
5 co. Workers, 5 60@575; packing. 5 S5Q6 20; butch
ers to fancy, 6A4696A
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ever on exhibition in this city. Jewelry,
Notions, Fancy Goods, Fine Albums,
Work Boxes, Toilet Sets Vases, China
Ornaments, Handsome Dinner, Sewing
Shopping and Wine Baskets. Fine Pocket
Books, MajoIiea Ware, Glove and Hand
kerchief Boxes, Hair Ornaments, Velvet
and Wood Picture Frames, Looking Glas
ses, Story Books, Christmas Tree orna-
ments, Kid, Wax, China and Rubber Dolls,
Drums, Rocking Horses, Wagons Peram-
bulators and Sleighs. Tin Toys, China
Toys, Wooden Toys, &c. &c.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
LIVE STOCK.

HcRs-Receipts 1000; moderately active, light
S5b6 IS; med. packing, 85GD6 30; heavy 25Q
65
Cattie-Reeeipts 1900; markets weak for ship
ping; good to choice, 76i71z; common to fair, IA
5; butchers, 2GJ315 Texans, 90aD3 So.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-12-16
AN oRRrNANCE

Creating the Office of Commissioner of Health, and
defining his duties and fixing his compensation.
Be 1t ordained By the City Council Of tie city Of
L0cE IStnnd
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New York Market.

NEW YORK, Dec. 16.
r- FINANCIAL.
Gold-1 90. ..s
Moneys.
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now peruse with care the Opinions and
Daily globe. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1878-1884, 1881-01-29
NEIGHBORHO0D NEWS.
Gathered by the Special Reporters of the
Daily Globe.
SALTWATER.

Nothing before his honor yesterday.
Rev D. R. Chapin's subject tomorrow will
be ''Home Influence"
Several sleigh loads of our people attended
the dance at Hudson Thursday evening.
Mr.. VIM. Smith, the victim of the affray
on the ice short time ago, is better to-day.
About seventy-five couple were present at
the Temple dance Thursday evening in Opera
hall.
The Sons of Herman celebrated their fifth
anniversary of the order last evening in Man.
nerchor hall.
Eight hundred dollars his been expended for
paint and canvas for the stage of the new
Opera house.
Mr.. D. EB. Peion, who had such a fall off the
elevator Wednesday, is recovering rapidly
from his injuries.
Three prisoners were received at the State
prison, from st. Paul, yesterday morning
Thos. Mobiles, Joe Smoker and Joe. Harrison,
each confined one year and nine months for
larceny.
Operations will shortly be commenced on
the new roundhouse to be built near the st.
Paul & Duluth depot by that company. The
water works company, OF our city, Will
furnish the supply for engines and other pur-
poses around this building.
Over fifty dollars has been collected by Mr..
George Low as a present to Mr.. Young, at
Lakeland. There was benefit dance at Mr..
Young's last evening. and the profits of the
dance with the subscription money will be
thankfully accepted by Mr.. Young.
Messrs. Long an d Nelson, loggers on Togo
gatic river, have banked, up to last evening,
100000 feet of logs. This is extra work, and
they intend to.have it doubled by driving
time. Mr.. Nelson is in the city looking after
the interests of the company, and will return
to the woods soon.