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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
Cacazrh ana Female Allment of &C
Years

Years.
From James N. Dawson, Grand
Mound Iowa.
z. Walter Connaughton. VI. D.
Dear Sir: Gratitude prompts me to
write you a few lines, informing you
of my wife's great improvement under
your treatment She feels young once
more, and can do good days work.
She is better than she has been for
twenty years. | have paid out good
deal OF money to quack doctors, and
nostrums OF the day, to no benefit: and
she has never received and benefit
until she commenced your treatment,
and if any person doubts it let tthem
call at my residence or write, and I will
prove my assertion, l saw one of my
neiehbors last night; she is in the first
stage of consumption. | am going to
| take my wife and see them, and try
to prevail them to go and see you like
my wife. He has paid out good deal
for his wife to no benefit. Yours with
much respect,
JAMES N DAWSON
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
Deafness Cured.

An aged Lady cured Of Deafness Tss-
tinaony Of Mrs. AUGUSTA Breyer. Res
dcnce No 623 Ripley Street Davenport
Loiod
DR.. Conuaugton has cured me in two
days of deafness and noise in the cars
of many years standing, after l had
considered myself hopeless. | can and
do most cheerfully recommend DR..
Cannaugton as master of his profes
sion, and advise the afflicted to employ
his skill whenever they have an op.
portunity to do SO. He has effected
many astonishing cures in this city.
and has done an astonishing amount
of good. MRS. AUGUSTA Dryer.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

Twenty more Nihilists have been cap
tured with bombs in their possession. 1t
seems as if bombs were the daily playthings
of Nihilists, and were necessary to their
complete happiness. A Nihilist without
bomb is poor indeed.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

The Republicans are to run Foster again
for Governor. The Governorship of Ohio is
an empty honor, but they made him give up
the Senatorship and something must De
done for Charley.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
Moaisy. April Is. 1854

A lot of newspaper men in New York
drank laudanum the other day in mistake
for brandy. This shows that newspaper
men know nothing of laudanum.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
From Hon. J. II. Murphy, Promii1 en- :
Lawyer of Davenport. Iowa.

1t pieases me to say that DIR. P Walter
a resident of Davenport. Iowa, for two
years, and during all that time has
been constantly engaged in the prac-
tice of his profession. He is a gentle.
man by nature and culture, and has
proven himself to be an honorable
man. His practice has been varied
and extensive, aud attended with fine
success. l have seen certificates from
some of our best people, to the effect
that the Dr's skill has produced Won
derful effects. l cheerfully recommend
him him to the confidence of the
afflicted
j Fl MURPHY.
Davenport, Ia, July 4, 1880.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

of
Dr. Connaughon
o
desire
my n
HoURs:-s Mto6PM, SUNDAY: sAMto1Pm.
will be furnished on applica, Office 4I1d&w1m
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
the Efficacy of DR.. Cannoughton's


treatment.
Editor of the Gazette: Will you
please give this communication place
in your columns. / have daily inquir-
les and Mrs Watts receives letters
from abroad in regard to the truth of
her certificate published in your paper
Mrs. W. called on DR.. Connaughton
in July last to see if he could help her
and told told him that she had lost all
hopes in physicians, and had very
little in him. The Doctor told her that
he could cure her and he has done it.
had my doubts of IT being pertinent
but | am now sati- fed that it is. She
has taken no medicine since October,
and has enjoyed perfect health after
being sufferer for fifteen years. /
publish this for the doubling and
afflicted.
G. l.. WATT.
State of Iowa, 90
Scott County
Subscribed in my presence and
sworn to before me by g. l.. Watt,
this 10th day of January, 1880.
GEO. w. JENKINS,
Notrary Public, Scott County.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

Blu chu-P alb al
wA SULE THING I

1t never fails Cure yourself for 81 Prof Cha
pins Buchu .paiba--a quick, complete cure for al
Urinary, Kidney, Bladder ana Genital Diseases
male or female. 81 at Druggists. Advice free
Depot 5s Barclay St, New York, and for Rock ISL
and at Bcngstons.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

aSszzEkEzs&Sz1@2ssSa
and women are not admired Ladies and gents
lacking flesh, vivacity, electric power VITAL brain
or nerve force; men injured by mental strain, ply
sical excuses, abuse etc aged persons to retain
former vtgor; all suffering from nervous prostra-
zion, Sd on Id use Wel.s' Health Remover remark
able In preserving youthful condition. Greatest
remedy on earth for impotence, leanness. sexual
debility, premature decline, etc 81 al Druggists
Depot IS Barclay street, New York, and for Rock
sIand at Bengsion's.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
brain 81 n GIVE

Nervous Prostitution, Brain Weakness, Sexual
debility, Loss OF Manhood, Weakness, Discharges,
General OF Special Debility resulting from early
youthful ndiscretonE, excuses, vices or Irregular
ites {often continued to more mature years. cured
by wells Health Renewer." greatest remedy on
earth for Impotence, Premature Decline, Sperma-
torrhea and all forms OF debility. 81; six bottles
IS, at Druggists. Advice free Depot, IS Barclay
ST., New York, and for Rock Island at Bengston'e
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS

SPLENDID CHANCE FOR GRNERAL STORE
BUSINESS.
Other Interests requiring my. attention offer at
a BAhGAIE a small STOCK of hardware, &c: with
large two story store house, with pleasant dwell
ing above; also, my 1+-room dwelling on adjoining
block with CLOSETS and porches; also, wood. Ice,
smoke cellar, and other out-hoEses; on ample
grounds well set with fruits, and in order
Conld take some Western land in the tIadei - II
Ing renter the refusal. For particulars address
urd ersigned at New Berlin, Ill. .,,,,xr Sd.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
PEERLESS CORN STARCH.

For Ice Cream, Puddiugs, Blanc Mango, Etc, II
Is the most delicious of all preparations. On ae-
count OF Its purity, eminent physicians consder II
preferable to Bermuda Arrow Root for ehfsdtea
and invSlids- Sold by all grocers, Samples sent
free to all.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18


Owing to popular idea nat o remedy said TO
cure variety OF maedies should be treated wi IA
tion, II not suspicion, the inventor hesit4ted
some time in plae NJ 1t before the public; but
from the gratifying assurance by great number
OF the vitalfzng and healih-reneWtng proper
ties of his preparation ef Hypophosphtes, under n
variety of Circumstances, he is equally sati> fed
that these effects secured by it's use that its
action is peculiar to his preparation and that Con
eUMPT. ON not only DURABLE, but up to certain
stage is stage, cas- y controlled as most other
organic diseases.
While it is the aim of the inventor to convey in
formation TO such cE require his Hypopfosphites,
ii is his firm belief that lie viii be valuable tea
all who desire long life or who are struggling
for health
''HritA faith based upon the experience of IL
years, he you'd not despair of restoring patient
suffering froha the sbave-named disease, even
though reduced to VeFy log state and not com
Plfeated by actual organic il IS,
FLINT, MICH, May 10th, 1880.
Dear Sir:-Anow me to say that esteem your
H yophesphtes-' most bighy- and for those en-
gagged in professions viii draw largely on the
nGrEous system it is Invaluable l have used II
myself with he most satisfactory results and have
| introduced it to a large GDElher OF my people.
REV. r. W. HARE,
| Pastor st. Michael's Catholic Church.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

Our LADIES FRIEND for female CON
plants. never known to fail. Only City
oents bottle Sold by g. Speidel. Rock
Island and Rioherdsi & Sohrbeck, Mo-
line,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
- E@4;tF I
y1SAl
12. MeEFFEE,

A REGULAR Graduate of British and American
n Institutes. IS years practice, the last year,
In Davenport Treats all diseases OF the Kidneys
Liver Lungs, Heart, Throat and Nervous system .
Errors of youth and abuses of Manhood radically
curef even after Others have failed. Sl00 forfeit
for any case OF Seminal Weakness, Nervous Debil.
ity or Private Disease he undertakes and fails to
cure Ladies will find the most scientific treat
ment for all diseases peculiar to their sex ~ Con-
sultation Free Send for Circular, Lock box 80.
Office 317 Perry ST. Davenport, Iowa.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18
sock IsLAyp 3 sEoslA RAIIwAr.

ROCK LELAND L eEcGlA RkTLWAT.
.H0nTKer HourE EArr AND sou4H
A1nlYE.
90 a m Way Freight. -r-E
$50 : FAST Express. r. 10 . IN Mail and Express
:i5 p Mail and Rxp,s $50 : Fast Ezpr0ss
csc . Fit & Accom'n
/ The 30 train makes close connection Al
4alva with C B q Qfof points west: arriving At
Galesburg at 4:25p m AZ Burlington 40 D m at
Keckuk 10:a5 Ii; and at Quincy 10 :o5p m; also
making close connections ri Poor With D & x
and 4 P & " roads Tor all points eAst ard sonth
2lox- ISLAND q GEaCEg CO RE-
.caye Rosk Island at 9 90 a. IA sid nm
Arriving al Gable al II 30 a m and 6 rs D m
gave Gable at $50 u IT,, and 80 o m
Ar At Rock Island a. a:lA a. NJ. and 3:l5n m
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

EAST ....4:30 m WEST. 10 10 q N
ono II Lo0sLEY, Agent, Rock Island.
A. KIMBALL, - E. SHJOdN,
3en'l Sup't Gen. T'kt IL Pass. Agt.
G., 3, b Q. R.R
LEAVE ARRIVE
81 IonIs Mail. .........-..5:5 e A NJ. Z 80 A.
st IOuis Express. f:o5 z. NJ 1913 P. M.
Sterling Accommodation 100 P. NJ. HOO a. M.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

Chicago NIL IAUKEE 4 ST, PAUL.
RACINE SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION.
leave ARHIvr
Oay EXPRESS and Mai. .e.45 e25P
Night Express. .lo:Se 5:55 AK
The night express leaving kock Island every
Sunday night at 10 5 connects with the train arri.
wing In Chicago early Monday morning. No lag
over checks given on. through tickets from Rock
sinnd to Chicago Through tickets only good on
thistYsln - = ! = =.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-04-18

Tor sale by Z. J. MARSHALL.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1881-11-24

related above, the sSmilsr' was hall
asleep In Custer City saloon. whom IL
came q sharp known ss "Grixzly." 60
companied by three or four men whose
admiration for his brag and hlustsl
made them his hackers. Grizzly
wanted to fight some one. but he wanted
to pick his man. When he saw "Smi.
Ter dozing away in his chair he thought
no had discovered u "tenderfoot" whom
he could wallop. Without a word
OF warning lie advanced and pulled the
sleepers's nose. The soft smile came
to the little mans face rs he slowly
rose up, and his voice was no more
than whisper as he inquired:
Stranger, did you mean that ?"
"You bet!r l.4l
"Then SIGH OF this crowd as dou's
like bullets had better gitl"
Three or four men rushed out Just az
the revolvers commenced to speak. The
"Smiler" was alone; the bully had
three hackers. For three or four min.
utes there constant pop! pop! of re-
volvers, and then two Of "Grizzly's"
friends runshed out and ran away. both
wounded. Those who rushed in found
tho bully down and several wounded
and the other one stone dead, while
the "Smiler" was sitting on bench re.
loading one of his revolYers. Thirty
shots had been fred at him from dis
dance Of twelve feet, and yet he had
received only one slight flesh wound.
ONE 70 FOUR.
One day four men rode ont from
Julesburg, Col. They encountered a
smiling stranger, who made several in
Iquiries regarding mines. They were
giving him all possible information,
when lie suddenly interrupted the con.
versation with:
Gentlemen, dismount and hold up!'
At the same time lie covered the
crowd with his shooters, and there was
no alternative bnt to yield. The crowd
left him over 81 800, but it was the last
robbery. A large party were soon on
his trail, and, after lodging them fol
two or three days, he was captured and
given a sentence of ten years.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1881-11-24
German, Gold.

In dark cellar of the julius Tower
at st Spadan, Prussia, lies vast bulk
of gold, coin, equal to about $50, 100000
laid aside from Germany's gains by the
war of 1901, as a provision OF hard
cash wherewith to defray the mobiliza-
ton and other preliminary expences of
the next campaign undertaken by the
Empire. This fund is absolutely un-
productive, and may be said to have
cost the German nation half its total
amount in foreign interest since it was
first lodged iu its subterranean reposi-
tory. A few daysago the annual inspec-
ton Of the treasure by the Imperial
Commissioners took place. A specially
detailed section of the Prussian Guard
assisted the two Commissioners in the
laborious task of counting over the con-
tents of twelve hundred canvas bags,
each containing 100 marks or $4,000
The massive iron door closing domicile
of all this wealth can only be opened by
the simultaneous action OF keys, master
pieces of the locksmith's art, one of
which is in the possession of either
Commissioner. The exact time at which
the door is unlocked and relocked as
we'll as every circumstance, however
minute, connected with the process OF
revision, are registered on the spot by
a protocol, signed by the officials before
leaving the fortress, and attested by the
Governor in person. During the inspec-
ton, the Tower Guards are doubled.
At its conclusion the Commissioners
turn their keys in the locks at one and
the same moment, are escorted to the
gates of the fortress. and take thier de-
parture for Berlin, leaving the infructu-
Gus millions to darkness and seclusion
for another wear
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1881-11-24
D9DFoRo VA.
Alum and Iron Springs


Excellsnt Tuaic, Alternative and Diurst c.-Msii.
cal A. 4 .uon Of LyncAburs. We
Has 10 equal toe l. vsr and Kidney lisoriers-
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Adapted In chronic diarrhoea- o. supat ON. and
scrotulA.-rrof l. Jackson uos "a.
bl,rd puriusv.-H. Fisher NJ u. ia
Valuable IN nervous prostratio . indigestion. and
rhioresis-c Z Matthew's. Do
I'M aarioua tor venera' In ectioas.-or Roem-
or IT. 10 10 Mo.
fine / mis- snd Alt raivs very valuable 10 dis
bronchitis, AMI diseases OF tie digestive or1ans.-
j. Roaghton. N Ala
Very benet cal In strengthening and imnrcvlng
reduc,d system. Johu b-,kw1th. bishop ~
Ga
Most valuabl. ,emeiy known for female diseases
John r. Mattcsur N d LID.
Used IN Of stna Q cases Of dysfepsia with great
benefit Mcllaiph, NJ d. Ro.e Point. Pa
Used win great benefit In maarial fc"r and dip
thesia.--S Y Dupo :. NJ ID Ga
OF great n alive virtues -Thomls Rumbold.
NJ ID 81. Louie No.
WIN Morris. l. nchburg Va.
Best remedy evts used In diseases OF the throat
PA .ifferd MDN.C.
Adapted In certain affections Of ths kidneys and
bladder; yspcp IL. lupus chloross. sctofulous and
G taneous affections Prof. } Moor.usn, NJ. D.
Va. fl l
An obstinate case Of neuralgia Of se' en- year
standing entirely oir-d by tie Msss,-J. p n csc.
n d Hplmsns Mills N. q.
Pamphlet aud circular containing full information
sent free upon app ication.
Mas. ard Pills sent post paid anywhere.
Springs oprn the We RIO, no. $40 U0 mouth.
Address. A. NJ DAVE. Prsst of the Co.
rs Main ~. Lynrhbuig w.
Sold by n. F.omme. Druggist. San Marcos
ssa,im
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1881-11-24
Manufacturers address:
COLLINS 4 CO.,
2i2 Water St., New York City.

The markets of Texas are 6ourishing with
light Ocer 'dted steel axes. Warranted; not
to Break. This Guarantee is Good-why-
being made principally of wrought iron centres
effectively prevents brskage. CoUims' axes
having solid Punched Polls and Inserted steel
of FULL WEIGHT. every Collins axe has
from l2 To TX or Best steel Every d aler car
sell the Collins axe at the same price cha ged
for these In fsrior goods and make good profits
Those who use axes should insist on HONEST
goo a. for HONEST value.
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1881-05-10
Smart Children.

A child of three years of age with a
book in its infant hands, is fearful
sight. 1t is too often the death warrant,
such as the condemned stupidity looks
at-fatal, yet beyond his comprehension.
What should child three years old
nay, FIVE or six years old-be taught2 ?
Strong meats for weak digestions make
not bodily strength. Let there be nur-
sery tales and nursery rhymes. would
say to every parent, especially to every
mother, sing to your children, tell them
pleasant stories; if in the country, be
not too careful lest they get little dirt
upor their hands and clothes; earth is
very akin to us all, and, in children's
out-of-door plays, soils them not in
wardly. There is in it kind of con-
sanguiuity between all creatures; by it
we touch upon the common sympathy
of our first substance, and beget kind
ness for our poor relations, the brutes.
Let children have free, open-air sport,
and fear not though they make acquain-
lance With the pigs, the donkeys and the
chickens-they may form worse friend.
ship with wiser looking ones, encour-
age a familiarity with all that love to
court them; dumb animals love children,
and children love them. There is Ian
guage among them which the worlds
language obliterates in the elders. 1t is
of more Importance that you should
make your children loving, than that
you should make them wise. Above
all things, if you become old and poor,
these will be better than friends that will
never neglect you. Children brought
up lovingly at your knees will never
shut their doors upon you, and point
where they would have you go.
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1881-05-10
eep That Dive From Cliffs.
Scribner for Nav.

JohfsMuir, the naturalist the Sierra
writing Of the wild sheep Of the Sierra
and of their we'll authenticated habit oil
diving from precipices and alighting on
their horns, relates the following anec
dote:
"At the base of Sheep Rock, one of
the winter strongholds of the Shasta
docks, there lives stock-raiser who has
the advantage of observing the move
ments cf wild sheep every winter; and,
in the course of a conversation with
him on the subject of their diving hab.
its, he pointed to the front OF lava
headland about hundred and fifty feet
high, which is only eight or ten degrees
out of the perpendicular. 'There,' said
be, Il followed band of them fellows
to the back of that rock yonder, aud ex-
pected to capture them all, for 1 thought
l had dead thing on them. I got be-
hind them on the narrow bench that
runs along the face of the wall near the
top, and comes to an end where they
couldp't'g get away without falling and
being killed; but they jumped of, and
landed all right, as if that were the reg
ular thing with them.
"'What!' said I, Jumped hundred
and fifty feet! Did you see them do 1t I
"tNo,' he replied, Il didn't see them
going down, for was behind them but
l saw them 60 off over the brink, and
then I went below and found their tracks
where they struck on the loose debris al
tue bottom. They sailed right off, and
landed on their feet right side up. That's
the kind of animal they is-beats any.
thing else that goes on four legs"
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1881-05-10

EFT The Ohio State Journal, the Re-
publican central organ, on the 18th Of
April, commenting on the aolicn of the
Legislature on the Liquor
question, said:
eff the Republican Legislature now
in session 80 wills, the Republican ticket
may be defeated next fall, notwithstand-
ing an unquestioned Republican major
ity Of 10000 in the State"
The Journal thought the oaly way to
save the Republican party from defeat
was to pass some sort OF law that
would meet the appreciation of the tenn
perance people of Ohio, and ss no such
law was enacted, 1t is fair to conclude,
basing the conclusion on the Ohio State
Journals opinion, that the Republican
party will march to defeat next fall.
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1881-05-10
I was not insane enough to tell Of m,

l was not insane enough to tell of my
escapade-it might have lost me my
place but soon l heard from Mr.. Dale
that my waif had reached his destina-
ton, behaved well, and was happy. A
year later he wrote me letter thanking
me for my goodness. I fancled it was
dictated to him, and thought little of it,
save as proof that my efforts to help
him were successful.
Years glided by-fifteen years. They
had not been happy ones for me. lost
my friends. l was lonely. My eyes
failed me, and I could no longer teach
dne embroidery and flower painting, which
we're my specialties. At last l fell i'll.
In paying doctors and nurses all my
small savings melted, and when l had
recovered my health so as to look into
my affairs, i fGpnd myself an elderly
womah, Rjth only = fen po61 in the
world, and no prospect of position.
The lodging house keeper with whom
I lived, though not crue: woman, felt
anxious to be rid of one who soon might
be unable to pay her way, and my ad-
vertisements brought no answers. Peo-
pie wanted younger and more fashion,
able govern esses.
l was seeking a place in q shop,
and finding there also they desired only
pretty young girls, when, one day, re
turning weary and footsore, l was told
that gentleman wished to see me, and,
hoping for new employer, hurried up
stairs to my room. Some one advanced
to meet me. A slender young man,
dark eyed and dark haired, who held
out his hand and said, "Miss Rivers, !
knew you at once, but scarcely think
you can remember little Ben Gray"
Little Ben Gray! I was astonished
beyond expression. This was gentle
man. if ever one spoke.
"You were so good to me, so angel
| ic," proceeded this gentleman. II did
not know how good you were then, ]
was such little brute; but every year
learnt better to understand what you had
done for me. l have been very fortu
nate, An old doctor took me into his
=
surgery when / left school. l am sur
geon in decent practice myself now, and
I am married. told my wife my story,
and she knows all you did for me. My
mission to London was to find you. We
saw your advertisement in the paper land
knew you we're still earning your own
bread. Madam, if you will come with
me to my home warm welcome will
be yours. The mother 1 never knew
will seem to have been given me. My
wife longs for your presence. Do no,
refuse US the privilege of making you
hspny."
Refuse! Ah, he little knew to what q
pass ! had come! l thanked him with
tear and I went with him. His home
has teen my home ever since, and his
|chiidfe call me Aunt Mary.
The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1881-05-10
Hip Pockets.

We again invite attention Of all inter.
ested to the provision OF the Reused
Statutes, section 6S92, concerning the
earring Of concealed weapons. Il reads
thus:
"Whoever carries uny pistol, bowie
knife, dirk, or other dangerous, weapon,
concealed on or about his person, shall
be fined not mere than tsoo hundred
dsllars, or imprisoned not more than
thirty days. and for second offence, 6neR
not more than foe hundred dollars, orr
imprisoned not more than three months,
or hoth."
Officers and citizens who are cognizant
Of persons carrying the weapons indica-
ted, should file an information with the
proper officer, and thus aid in enforcing
the law. 1t will not take long 10 break
up this practice il this, course 10 taken.