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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
The Burlington Gazette in its last article

The Burlington Gazette in its last article
on the Davenport convention tomorrow,
puts in a last word for its idea that the
Hennepin canal scheme should be subor-
dinate to the Improvement of the river.
That the other river towns agree with IT.,
there is no doubt; and the general feeling
lies entirely in that direction.
The Hennepin canal is project that
would be of benefit, not only to this par
ticular section, but to the whole west. Of
this there can be no doubt, and the state
ment has never been disputed. But its
jealous advocates must remember a few
things. In the first place they have
consulted only their own interest in their
plans, and consequently must not be sur
prised to find other people consulting
their most important interests also. Sec
ondly, when they called this convention,
they made it so general that it would be
matter of surprise if they passed special
resolutions recommending the canal, rather
than if they did not.
As has been said. the canal would be a
benefit directly or indirectly, to the whole
country were it not so, we, for one, would
not ask the general government to
give it to us; but the improve
ment of the river is also a matter of bene-
fit to the whole country
That section which would be most di
rectly benefited by the construction of the
canal, claims its consideration first, a
matter of course; the river advocates are
doubtless controlled by the same reasons
1t is mere matter of local selfishness.
The convention of tomorrow has been
called as general convention. 1t will be
composed of delegates representing vari-
Gus sections, and consequently various
ideas. 1t is not called Canal conven-
ton, but a Water-route Improvement
convention; whatever memorial it makes
to Congress will be representative
of the views of the entire West and South,
not of any particular district.
The course of the friends of the canal is
plain. If they can persuade the delegates
from the various districts that the canal is
of paramount importance do SO: but do
not be disappointed if you can not. They
will all acknowledge that it would be
benefit to the Mississippi Valley. A good,
to all persons, be they producers
or consumers If they viii not
give it first place, take second
Do not overeach yourselves. Tt a scheme
of practical importance. and all practical
men will tell you so. There is no doubt
that time the canal is built, wait for that
time.
Do not ask to much, whatever may be
the first preference of the convention, the
canal will receive some degree of consider
alton from all the delegates. See that that
consideration counts. And lastly what
ever the convention may decide upon,
support it heartily; as you wound expect
the. canal to be supported, providing it re-
ceives, the first place, so that when our
time comes we can also ask for hearty
support
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
In order to fully appreciate the full in

In order to fully appreciate the full i'm
portance of the New York custom house,
in a political point of view, and to know
the full reasons for the bitter fight that has
been made over the person who shall hold
the position, it is necessary to know what
appointments and political patronage the
collector of the port possesses.
The collector has 955 appointments, the
aggregate of the salaries being 81 400 900.
The patronage includes one assistant col
lector, ten deputy collectors, forty nine
messengers, twenty-five laborers, seven
weighers and gaugers, eight foremen and
janitors, eighty-four assistant weighers,
286 inspectors at four dollars a day, four
Long Island coast inspectors, 100 night
watchmen, nine inspectresses, and other
employees -Four of the employees have
been in the custom house more than TWEEN
ty-one years, ten more than nineteen years,
eight more than eighteen years, thirteen
more than seventeen years, and 100 more
than twelve years. The new collector APP
points his deputies on taking his office.
The term of collector is for four years,
and the salary is $12, 900 year. He re-
ceives about $4,000 additional in fees.
Hence all these tears.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

Dawes and Hoar, of Massachusetts,,
would have had us believe last session that
they were the leaders of their party in the
senate. Malone came to the front with
his demands and Dawes embraced him at
once with fervor, that, if the story of the
the Iowa girl who died of excessive hug
ging, had been known to him, he would
have retreated in absolute fear.
Dawes was so enthusiastic over him and
his cause that he sacrificed what little rep
utation for truth he possessed, in vain
attempt to back the repudiator up. But
now the senate has adjourned and the two
senators had best go home and find out
what they think of themselves. A thor
ough knowledge of what their constitu
ents think of them, would also be of great
benefit.
The Boston Herald is heard remarking
WAS there not formerly a senator from
Virginia of the name of Malone? And
has the oldest political inhabitant ever
heard of a party called readjustberger9 Il
occurs to us, in this connection, that a
great constitutional principle has been Iosl
somewhere in the archives of the senate,
and should be advertised for We are also
interested in knowing if Senator Dawes
-s.s'' hSsnss- home With him the crack oj
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
Do Not Be Deceived.

In these times of quack medicine adver-
tisements everywhere, it is truly gratifying
to find one remedy that is worthy of praise,
and which really does as recommended.
Electric Bitters, we can youch for as being
a true and reliable remedy, and one that
will do as recommended. They invar-
iably cure Stomach and Liver Complaints,
Diseases of the Kidneys and Urinary Diff
culties. We know whereof we speak, and
can readily say, give them trial. Sold at
fifty cents bottle, by c. Speidel.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

Blaine, schispering to intimate friend:
Il don't want to give Conkling any points,
you know; but if | was he, about this time
Iwould have sunstroke"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

STATE OF JULIA A. KINEKIN. Deceased
I The undersigned having been appointed Exec
ecutOr Of the last viii aud testament of Julia A
Kinekin lste OF the county of Rock Island state of
Illinois, deceased, hereby gives notice that he will
appear fore the Counly Court of Rock Island
county, at the office OF the Clerk of said Court. in
the CT of Rock Island, at the June term, on the
til; rd Monday in Jnne next. st which time all r
sons having claims against said estate are notified
and requested to attend for the purpose of having
the same adjust d. All persons indebted to said
estate are requested to make immediate payment
to tn undersigned
L a,ed this 2Jlh day of pril, a. d. 1881
25d}w j. NJ. BUFORD. Executor
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
PEERLESS CORN STARCH,

For ice Cream, Pnddings. Blanc Mango. Etc, 1,
Is the most delicious Of all preparations. On ac-
count of Its purity. eminent physicians consider II
preferable to Bermuda Arrow Root for children
and invalids Sold by all grocers, Samples sent
free to all
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
ILLINOIS STARCH Comply
OTTAWA,............... ILLINOIS.
Manufacturers OF the Celebrated
PEERLESS
GLOSS STARCH

The Peerless Gloss Starch is FAR superior to all
other Starches for family USE in dressing Linens,
Laces and all hne fabrics, 1t produces a beautiful
soft, siken gloss. more lasting and preferable to
the ordinary Starches.
See what Prof Charles Seeley, P.L.D., of 81
Park Row, New York, says:
Il aud the samples received from you of your
Peerless Gloss Starch TO be of the very finest quail
ity. and 70 he OF purity az nearly absolute as Is
practically obtained bv most approved process
es Of manufacture. This opinion Is based upon
examination by means Of chemical tests and the
use OF the microscope in varioue samples dnciud-
ing yonrs) of we'll known brands OF Starch
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
Why snfar Needlessly

With the eonvuisng. spasmodic fortunes of fever
and aeae and billions reInittent. when Hostetter-s
Stomach Bitters acknowledged to be real curative
of malarial fevers, will eradicate the cause of SO
much suffering No less effective this benignant
alternative in cases of constipation dyspepsia liver
complaint rheumatism. and in general debility and
nervous weakness. For sale by all Druggists and
Dealers generally.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
aocg ISLAND B PEORIA RAILWAY.

aocE ISLAND ! PEORIA HALLWAY.
sHoRTEsr ROUTE &c THE EAST AND SOUTH.
LEAVE ARRIVE.
500 a m Way Freight
$50 Fast Express. l2 :45 IN Mail and Express
Las p Mail and Exps. $50 :" Fast Express.
6:5e 's F'ht q Accomn
The 80 p m train makes close connection at
Galva with c q @ for points west: arriving at
Galesburg at 4:2s:p m; at Burlington 8 go m; at
Kcokuk AS d IN and at Quincy 10 :05 p m also
making close connection at Peoria with 81 W
and T P q w roads for all points east and south.
acog ISLAND d MERCER CO.. 2. 3.
Leave Rock Island at 900 a. M, and 400 p m.
Arriving at Cable al IL 20 M, and 6:15 p m
Leave Gable at ESQ M, and 80 p m.
Ar. st Rock Island at S:15 q. m. and 3:15p
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

CHICAGO. NIL vAuYEE J. ST, PAUL.
RACINE q SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION.
IBAVE ARRIVE
DAY Expresa and Mail ......S:45 AN Gas Pm
Night Express. ........ 03e 5:55 AN
The night express leaving kock Island every
Sunday night as 10 connects with the train arrf
wing in Chicago early Monday morning. No lay
over checks given through tickets from Rock
sland to Chicago. Through tickets only good on
thistraln
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
Oriental Cream, o. Magic Reautifer

eIctts a clear, transparent complexion, free from
fTan Freckles, or Moth Patches and for this rea-
son as we'll as for the innocence and purity OF ts
Ingredients. has long maintained q prominent
mace in public estimation and In ladies' bOudolrs.
I'VE have thousands of testimonials to this erect
from distinguished artists and celebrated belles.
Every woman should be beautiful, Just az every
N an should be dutiful. To insure this, the hH-
man face divine' must be free from all spots or
hIemisb. Nothing win do this 90 well aud so
ba rmlessly az Gouraud's Cream, Accept o Cream
1S sin,iIarna name Endorsement OF Goufaud's ORR
entail Cream by the distinguishes DR.. L. A. Sayre'
"a Iady of the hGUt Ton, patient of DR.. saytel
~ the isdy:-''As you ladie will use them, Tree,
onnand FQouraud'e Orient al as the least harmful
~ mi akin preparationssn Praise from Sir Fl uberI
fs nrsiee indeed ssEndOrs by the fashionaoe
world. MIME. M d. \. ~ 14 GX}o,k
Sole Proprietor, No. 4SDond street, New or
sold by alf Drngrists and Fancy Goods Deele
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

Passengers carried on Freight trains as follows:
EAST ....4:30 p m WEST. 1910 m
GEO. NJ LOOSELY, Agent. Rock Island.
A. KIMBALL, Il. ST. JOHN,
Gen1 Supr. Gen. Tiki q Pass. Agt
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
COLLINS,
vOL1AIc = ELECTRIC
PLAsTERS
Electricity and Healing Balsams. In
slant Relief from Pain and Soreness.

instantly and mysteriously the electrical forces
generated BY this wonderful plaster acts npon The
nervous system, banishing Pain and Weakness,
rousing the dormant Musci, s into new life stimu-
lating the Liver and Kidneys, curiug Dyspepsia,
Indigestion Bilious Collie, Cramps and Pains.
rheumatism, Neuralgia, Scistica, Weak Spine,
Weak and Sore Ludgs Coughs and Colds Weak
Back ard Kidneys. Nervous Affections, Weak
Stomach and Bowels, Ague and Liver Pains, En-
larged Spleen, Female Weakness, Shooting Pains
through the Loins and back, Lack of Strength and
Activity, Nervous NJ .scular, and Spinal Affections
relieved and cured when every other plaster, lini-
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

THANCY ADVERTISING CARDS. Send &c for 2
Il sets han cards and catalogue of $40 new
styles; sets, 10c sets, 15c; also sheets hand
embossed pictures and catalogue sent for Ice.
G. T. BROWN, Beverly, Mass.
bVERTISEitS By ADDRESSING GEO. p.
ID ROW ELL Il cos Newspaper Advertising
"A Bureau, 10 Spruce St.. New York, learn the
- exact cost of any proposed line OF ADVERTI-
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w1oo-page Pamphlet, 1oc.A
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

Its first apparent effect is to increase the appetite
late properly-thus the system is nourshed. 1t
also, by its tonic action on the digestive organs
induces more eopious and regular excavations.
The rapidity with which patients take on flesh
while under the influence of the Syrup, of Itself IL
dicates that no other preparation can be better
adapted to help and nourish the constitution, and
hel ce be more ecacious in all depression of spir
its shaking or trembling of the hands body,
cough, shortness of breath. or consumptive habit
This nerves and muscles become strengthened, and
the blood purified.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
PRICE 25 CENTS.

ment, lotion. and electrical applianeefails.
Be careful to call for COLLINS VoLTAIC ELECTRIC
PLAsTERs, and insist upon having what you are
willing to pay for. Sold by all druggists.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

For sale by e. j. MARSHALL.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24

The various kinds of waste or decay that affect
the human body, though attended each with some
symptom rot common wi the rest, agree very
much in this that the basis in all is yearly the same
1t is generally conceded that the majority of dis
eases are accompanied by faulty digestion; and
such bling the must, in order to cure such
diseases cause the organs OF digestion perform
their proper functions. NJ remedy has before been
discovered which has so beneficial an Influence on
these organs Us Fellows Compound Syrup of
Hypophosphites
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
PALATIAL INFIRMA AIRY
Permanently Established since 1865.
Home institution

Largest of ep
order
remarkable her medicines give the folowing
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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1881-05-24
RUSSIA SALVE

Is put up In three sizes: s5c SOC, and 81 Use the
Il size for animals.
FOR SALE BY ALL DRUGGISTS.
RRDUING & CO.,
4 Charlestown street, BOSTON. MASS
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04

Iquoted the Reverend Mr.. Bellairs, who
had by this time entered upon the scene,
with one joint Of q bedstead balanced
across his shoulder. 'And it really
seems to me as if we might do the same
thing"
So Ripple Grange was let, and 'good,
earnest Mrs. Ripple and Dorcas. .estab-
lished themselves in two sunny. rooms
looking 10 the south. where the apple
boughs brushed against the lozenge.shap-
ed panes of the easement. The Bellairs
family settled down all over the rest Of
the first floor, in miscellaneous, cosmo-
politan sort Of way, mixing up birds,
old china, sermon paper, patch work and
theology, in a manner which amazed the
precise soul Of Miss Briggs. The scien-
tific man perchsd himself on the top floor,
where he could have good outlook with
his telescope, and set up his case Of spec
linens without let or hindrance. And
Miss Briggs herself made a home like
little home on the second story, and de-
voted her whole energy-and no. with
out some degree Of success-to keeping
the peace between Chico, the monkey, and
Nip, the terrier.
Mrs. Ripple, however, got tired of ru-
raj felicity, and returned to the city in the
autumn.
Mr. Bellairs received call to Della
ware parish. where peaches were thicker
than blackberries and the climate was
soft as tha, Of Italy, and he accepted it
promptly.
What shall we do now ," said Miss
Briggs, who was disposed to take tim
orous view Of things.
Mr.. Hyde pushed his spectacles on to
the top of his head. a. Don't you like
the house" said he.
Yes" Miss Briggs admitted, Il like
the house
And don't you consider the situation
salubrious ;"
Certainly" said Miss Briggs.
Then" said Mr.. Hyde, looking at
the edge OF his geological hammer, "why
don't you stay here
What, all alone by myself" said
Miss Briggs.
NO." said the scientific gentleman,
with me :"
Good gracious !" cried Miss Briggs.
1--WE both like the place" said Mr..
Hyde, "we like the situation. and we
like each other. Why shouldn't we set
tie down here for life :"
But have never thought of such
thing" said Miss Briggs, in trepidation.
Think Of i, now" said Mr.. Hyde,
in accents Of scientific persuasion, as he
laid down his hammer and took her
black mi,,ened hand tenderly in his.
And Mr.. Bellairs m arried them before
he went away. and Ripple Grange has
never been 10 let since.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04
ne<ipes.

BUCKwuEAr CAKEs.-Onc quart OF
buckwheat, one teaspooniul OF salt, two
tAblespoontuls OF Indian meal, one OF
molasses; put in tepid water to make
batter. with yeast sufficient 70 make
them light; compressed Is the best.
ScoTcu PUpDrYGs.- quarter Of q
pint of cold milk stir two ounces OF
background oatmeal; mix thoroughly;
then add TO this pint OF boiling milk;
sweeten with white sugar while on the
fire. but do not let the mixture boil; In
order TO thicken II. stir In about two
ounces OF dry bread crumbs; as the
milk and oatmeal cools it ought to be
thick; take two eggs and bent together
whites and yeilows, which mix with
the oatmeal; flavor with nutmeg or
cinnamon; butter q pudding dish and
axe slowly for an hour; afew currants,
or some seeded raisins improve 1t.
APPn PUDDING. half dozen
large apples into nice. smooth sauces
aud acd while warm . half tablespoon
OF fresh butter and sugar enough TO
make thoroughly sweet. Heat little
butter in the frying-pan, and then pour
in cup of bresdcrumbs. which must
be stirred over the fire until they are
pale brown. Then sprinkle these on the
bottom and sides of buttered mold
put three well-beaten eggs and hall
teaspoon OF lemon juice into the apple
sauce. then pour 1t into the mold. strew
some of the breadcrumbs over the top
and bake fifteen minutes. Turn out on
hot dish and serve with sauce.
WHITE STEW OF CHcKEN.-Peel two
onions. a ,urnip. a scraped carrot in two
quarts OF boiling water. with six cloves.
. dozen allspice, the same Of whole
white peppers, leaf OF mace, a pinch Of
cayenne pepper, a tablespoonful OF salt,
three bay leaves, the same OF sage. and
q sprig Of thyme; let them boil for two
hours. Then have your chickens (two
weighing about seven pounds) neatly
cut up. and stew for two hours steadily.
but not letting it boil too fast. II tie
chickens are tough. give them an hours
longer cooking. Then take the pieces
of chicken out on the dish 1t Ii TO be
served on, and keep 1t warm; strain
the sauce. and put it back into the stew
pan; rub q tablespoonful OF -four and
butter smoothly together, add the yolks
OF two eggs and Q tablespoonful Of finely
chopped parsley; stir gradually in .
cup of boiling water. and pour the
whole into the chicken sauce. Let 1t
boil for five minutes. stirring continu-
ally TO keep it from cardling; pour ovss
Tie chicken and serve.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04
Address 10 Winter.

La! here you come to make n wheezo;
eco your fingers on the cos,
And boar you shouting on the breeze
The storm clans slogan.
You'll soon be bore TO nip my toes,
And paint my oheeks with ,unset giows
And tresco this old chin and nose
VIII blue and purple.
Ihear you've been, ron rowing fellow,
Among the Australasians yellow,
And soaring With your blatant below
The Polynssians.
Touch than kindly. Kindly dlal
With those who most thy rigor ic,l;
In trembling suppliance they kncel
And crave Thy ine.cy.
Bluster around the rich mans door;
hAko him unlock his golden store,
Zach year increasing moro and norc
His desds o, kindness.
You're getting rough; ! lear you pass
Your time too much with Boreas,
And that star-maniled gypsy lass.
The summer Solstioe.
Old friend, together many year
We've journeyod on through foni and cleas
And now, old comrade, lend IN ear
To my petition.
This year, pray theo. leave thy SHOWS
In cold Arcbrus with thy blows;
Oh! Winter, gently como to those
Who have no shelter.
Roar found the miser till he Quaks;
Nip him and strip him till he shakes;
Freeze him and squeeze him till he makes
A big donation.
And in the cause oil science, pray
Keep out tho ice from Bafnn's bay,
SO that Polar " savAnts" win their way
To frozen glory.
Let those we love, though they abide
Far from Us now, como TO our side
Happy and well Al Christmastide,
And we will bless thea.
Guy n. AstSy
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04
aeusshsad HINTS.

In icing cakes dip the knife frequently
into cold water.
A little ginger put into sausage meat
improves the flavor.
Every closet and room in . house
should be thoroughly inspected once .
week.
Bar soap. when frst bought, should
be cut in square pieces and put in dry
place. It lasts better after shrinking.
All fish skin should be washed, dried
thoroughly, cut in small bits and put In
box or paper bag to use in settling COT
fee.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04
hn. Cole Of Windhsm, N. IL, dsolares
that her Life was saved by Hoods Ssrsaps-
rilla. She had 81 terrible Scrofulous sores

Thousands have wondered how the fly
can adhere, back downwards. TO the
smoothest substances. The microscope
reveals. however, that the little animal
does 1t by having his feet fitted with
pumps. Not dancing pumps.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04
Hoods
SarsqparMa

eradicates the poisoned matter from II.
bringing to the coralescent the color. life
and vigor Of robust health.
LOWELL, MASS.
NV little girl had the dlphtheria last April
The disease left her yery weak, blood poor,
with no appetite. and she could not seem 10
rally from It's effects. Hoops SARsArARIL'
Ia was recommended BY neighbor. After
she had been taking II Few dayswe noticed
a change for the better she began TO eat
with relish. II seemed 10 take out The
poison the disease had left in her blood, the
change being very noticeable In her face:
She took IL two months and fully Teg2ined
her health, much to our delight We now
recommend HOOPS SARsAPARILLA with \
Rreat deal Of pleasure. Very truly yours,
J. X. SMITH,
10 Riitfpr6elu Street
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04

An old man with head ~ destitute
OF hair as watermelon, entered an Aus
tin-Avenue drug store, and told the clerk
he wanted bottle OF hair restorer.
What kind OF hair restorer do you pre-
fer!" reckon I'll have Ia take q bottle
or red hair restorer. That was the color
OF my hair when was boy"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04
DIPhTHERIA!

U,HE PROsTRArTON which follows
i Diphtheria, and the penistency with
which II clings to the patient, are well
known 10 all who have had any experience
with this terrible disease.
The following letter shows how the ~
storing and invigorating properties Of
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04

HAVE WIsrAn's BALsiM oF WILD CHER
RY always at hand. ltcures coughs, colds,
bronchitis, whooping cough, Group, infu-
enza, consumption, aud oil throat and
lung complaints. so cts. aud tI = bottle.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-10-04

Professor Partington says that 4 man
fell down the other day In an applejack nt
and that his life extirpated.