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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
Long Lake Dam.

Geo. Stubs has erected dam on
the Long Lake outlet, and has, for
some time past, been endeavoring to get
the Board of Supervisors to allow it to
remain. Due notice, as prescribed by
law, was published in several papers
many weeks ago. Some of the Long
Lake settlers claim that the dam will
be the means of overlooking large
amount of land in the vicinity of the
lake, and, consequently, there is oppo-
sition to the dam. At the last meet
ing of the Board of Supervisors, COM
mittee was formed to personally exam
inc the dam and vicinity and report to
the Board. The committee have exam
ined the dam, but as the Board does not
meet until March 2Sth, it is not yet
fully known what they will report.
The organ man, however, makes the
committee report, among other things,
to the effect that the dam would "even
cause some houses to be vacated" and
rushes into the matter with his usual
blind-headed impetuosity and ignor-
ance. In connection with the dam
there are two things to be considered.
Mr.. Stubs intends to erect mill at
the place in question. Mills are valua-
BILE improvements and should be en-
couraged. Mr.. Stubs mill will be a
benefit to the people in the Long Lake
locality. If, however, this dam should
be the means of overlooking and rem
dering worthless large tract of valua-
BILE farming land, and thus do more
damage than good, then the Super
visors should see that the dam is
removed. In a few weeks the spring
freshets will come, and then the Board
of Supervisors can readily see whether
the dam does the damage charged
against it. If it does, then the duty
of the Board is plain--the dam should
be removed, and if it does not flood the
lands on the shores of Long Lake, ther
no hindrance should be placed in thc
way of the enterprise. There is also
another thing to be looked after. A
large quantity of cedar railway tie
have been got out at Long Lake
These ties, in order to reach poin
where they can be shipped, have to b
foated down the outlet. The Super
visors should see that no obstruction ]
placed so as to hinder the ties from be
ing foated to shipping point. TIL
proprietor of the dam should not b
allowed TO control the water in Lon
Lake, for his own interest alone. TIL
rights of other parties should be re
spected. Every improvement in thi
county should be encouraged, but on
industry should not be protected at tn
expense of another, as is now bein
done by the national protective tart
laws. To the Supervisors we shoul
say, give the subject an earnest after
ton and do justice to all parties fairly
|, fearlessly, and impartially, and sho'
no favors to any one.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
Railroad,

The people Of Alpena are at last be-
ginning to wake up to the subject Of
railroad, and are now getting down to
business in proper form. A railroad
meeting was held at the court room on
Saturday evening last, when A. r. Nc
Donald was chosen chairman, and Geo.
L. Maltz secretary.
The meeting was Of short duration,
but practical business was the order,
and no time was spent in preliminaries
The first step was the appointment of
a committee to solicit subscriptions in
aid Of the construction of the shore
railroad. The committee consisted of
Mayor w. L. Churchill, G. w. Rich
ardson, Albert Pack, +. w. Gilchrist,
F. w. Fletcher, A. w. Comstock, S.
L. Carpenter, Geo. L. Maltz, ]. T.
Bostwick, r. M. Donnelly, G. +. Ma
son, f. o. Avery, j. X. Lockwood, G.
Golling, j. J. Potter and f. X. Potter.
A few remarks were made by Hon.
j. X. Lockwood and others, showing
the benefits and necessities Of rail
road, when the meeting adjourned.
The committee met on Monday
evening to perfect the organization, and
determine upon what practical course
to pursue in order that the necessary
amount might be pledged as soon as
practicable.
We are pleased to notice that the
present indications are more favorable
for railroad to Alpena than they have
ever been before, and that if the people
come forward promptly, and do all they
can, the railroad question will be set
tied, and we shall have the cars run
ming to Alpena in less than two years
Another meeting was held at tho
court room last evening, which was
largely attended, and practical work
commenced, tending toward raising thu
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

There will be another meeting at the
court room, on Thursday evening, and
it is to be hoped that there will be a
good turn out, and that the work of
raising the necessary amount to secure
the road may be pushed rapidly on.
These donations or subscriptions are
oil given with the provision and under
standing that the railroad shall be COM
pleted, and cars running over the road
to and from Alpena on or before the
1st day of November, 1883, and if the
road is not so completed by that time,
then the notes given in aid of the con-
struction Of the road, are to be void.
In other words, railroad by Nov. 1st,
1883, or no bonus from Alpena people
But we venture to say that the road
is coming, and that, too, by the specif'
ed time.
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no interest in the matter. 1t was plair
enough for week before the election
that the proposition to buy the works
would meet with defeat at the polls
and therefore the majority of the peo'
pie did not even take the trouble to &c
to the polls to vote either one way OF
the other-although there were enough
to vote the other.
When the polls closed and the votes
were counted, the result was as follows
For the water works, 80
Against the water works, 2So
Total vote. 324
The reader can imagine how deeply
the people we're interested in the mat
ter, from the above result, when it is q
fact that the city of Alpena, at an or
binary election casts about l 400 votes.
About one voter in every five took the
pains to deposit ballot for or against
the purchase of the water works.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

necessary bonus. Notwithstanding the
fact that the night was stormy one,
the room was we'll filled, mostly with
men of limited means, but there seemed
to be disposition manifested for each
man to contribute TO the extent Of his
means and ability. Most of the princi-
pal capitalists and business men are at
present out of town, and, therefore, only
few Of the larger amounts have as
yet been placed on the list. Thus far
the following amounts have been sub
scrihed
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Accepted and ordered placed on file.

New Seed direct from the grower. The at
tention of market gardeners, florists and
dealers is called to the great inducements the
Mohawk Valley Seed Gardens offer in seeds
to the trade. The proprietor informs us that
large quantities of both vegetable and flower
seeds are grown there and sold direct to the
trade. Home grown onion and cabbage seed
a specially. Samples to test for three cent
stamp. Trial box "a" contains one package
each Of cabbage, carrot, celery, onion and
parsnip, valued at Is cents, and sent free 10
test for 10 cents. Wholesale catalogue sent
free to the trade. Sample copy of his beau
tiful Floral and Garden Instructor sent free,
or with packet of choice vegetable or flower
seed sent to test for 8 cent stamp.
Address, A. c. NELLIs, Cansjoharie, n. Y
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

It's virtues are unqpestionable, and Its
curative character absolute, as the writer
can personally testify, both from experience
and observation.
Among the many readers OF the Review
In one part and another of the country 1t
Is probable that numbers are afflicted with
deafness, and to such It may be said
"Wrte ut once TO Eaylock s. Co., Dey St.,
New York, enclosing 81, and you will re-
ceive by return q remedy that Will enable
curative effects will be permanent. You
will never regret doing s0."-Edtor of Mer-
camille Review. 643
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The Band of Hope, q temperance or
ganization recently formed among the
young people Of the M. E. church, has
for its officers:
President.-Geo. Luther
Sec'y.-Jos. Tricky.
Treasurer.-Melissa Collins.
The organization now has about 15C
members, and meeting and entertain.
ment is had every Friday evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
Few Women

Fully realize the Importance securing corset which conducive
health friends Apens
which physicians
heerful endorse,
Apena satisfied will End
srud the best principles health being combination of coed wire
whale which
sicians less injurious to the than other made
Ii fits perfectly variety than other
yields readily respiration equally comfortable
position by the wearer.
1t is warranted to retain it's perfect shape till
By graceful figure than with
Please give it single trial and will other.
Every corset warranted satisfactory refunded
Hear what the following Chicago
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
Young Ladies and Gentlemen.

Those Of you who are troubled with
pimples or other eruptions OF the skin, a
judlcious use Of Dunk's Camphorated Arnl-
ca will relieve you entirely OF your great
annoyance. Pimples are the despair OF
beauty, and many young lady or gentle
man is annoyed by them beyond all express.
ion. Price, 80 cents per bottle. Sold by
all druggists.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

"Facts are stubborn things" and 1t
is fact that Adamson's Botanic Bal
sam has performed more genuine and
permanent cures than any cough
remedy on this or any other contin-
eDt. Try it for 10 cts. Regular size
IS and rs cts.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

On Tuesday last We were notified
that railroad meeting would be held
in this city on Wednesday evening, but
for some reason the time for the meet
ing was changed to Saturday evening.
One of our contemporaries nearly
bursted its boiler over the matter. No
body hurt
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

A new literary society has been or
ganized with the following officers:
President. I. Kline
Vice President-Mrs. Geo. Masters.
Secretary-Miss Elva Denton.
Treasurer-Miss Jennie Folkerts.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
Water Works, No!

The special election in this city, on
Monday to vote on the question Of the
city purchasing the water works, was
regarded with but very little impor-
tance--people seeming to take little or
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

There Is general complaint among drug.
gists that they cannot get enough of "Dr.
Sykes Sure Cure for Catarrh" to supply the
demand If thus disappointed write direct
to the Doctor, 100 Madison St, Chicago.
March
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Parties from Oscoda and Au Sable
who attended the Grasshopper party,
at Alpena, last Thursday night, report
a very pleasant time, everything pass
ing off in highly satisfactory manner.
-Au Sable News.
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Attention Farmers.

If you want clothing cheap for cash,
call at the store in the Mason block, on
Water street, where the old Anspach
stock Of clothing, etc., is being sold at
auction and private sale. Don't miss
the chance if you are wise. 536
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
Humbmg ADVERTISEMENTS.

The time never has been and never will
be when the people Of this or any other
country can buy gold dollar for seventy
five cents. Neither can you, dear reader,
purchase an organ worth three or four hun
dred dollars for $50. This IS all nonsense.
Still we have no objection to other people
doing their business just as they see fit.
We are selling good, honest made piano
at from 1885, to $575, and good, honest or
gan mot all stops) for from S4S to S475.
All our goods are made upon honor, and
we send to any part of the world on test
trial. and If no pleaseo no keepee, as the
Chnaman would say. For the past ten
years we have sent both pianos and organs
to every part OF the world, and our instru-
ments give the most universal satisfaction.
Ii you wish good instrument, one that
will always last you, we shall be pleased to
send you our catalogue and prices; and If
you purchase one OF the Thomas Brothers
silver tone instruments you will get what
you require, and one instrument sold In n
neghborhood always sells us more. Adj
dress, for prices, etc,
JAS. II. THOMAS,
Gproo-snv 10 rbntnoo Rpotbaru
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Partridge's candy shop, John Daw-
sons peanut stand, and the other build
ings of the same style of architecture,
will give person an idea Of the ap-
pearance of the wonderful "metropo-
lis" Cheboygan.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The Alpena Band of Hope will give
a public concert at the M. Z. church,
on the evening of March 9Th, the pro-
gramme to consist of songs, solos, duets,
reading, recitations, etc. Admission IL
nnnte
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

We call the attention of our readers TO
the advertisement OF j. Monroe Taylor.
This house has been established nearly Az
years, and their goods are celebrated for
purity aud strength. We would recon-
mend o trial of their Gold Medal brands to
all who desire superior cookery. 543m4
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The Western Union Telegraph Com
pany is putting up wires to Cheboygan,
along the Mackinaw Division of the
Michigan Central Railroad, and, when
this is done, will take down the shore
line between Alpena and Cheboygan.--
Detroit Free Press.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
THEIR TELEPHONE.
800 Reward.

Lost, large mares, one dapple gray, and
one black mare; were lost In June and were
both with foul Grey mare has scar on left
rump. Black mare has two bog spavins.
One hundred dollars reward will be paid
for their recovery.
ba9 G. Il. MASON.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Mayor w. L. Churchill and family
have gone on trip to Detroit, via Of
sego Lake. Mrs. Churchill will re-
main in Detroit until the opening OF
navigation, but the Mayor will return
to this CITY soon.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Moses Bingham's business has SO in
creased that he has found it necessary
to enlarge his planning mill by adding a
new addition thereto. Among other
business he has on hand, the coming
summe., is the planning of 100000 bed
Stats for M. p. Godfrey.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The snow which fell in this vicinity
last week was not weather proof, but
cedar men made good use of it, and
teams found no difficulty in getting
employment.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The race between w. III. Phelps
horse, Lime Kiln Jim, and G. w.
Smiths Gray Crawling, has been agreed
upon, and will come off probably in
June. The distance to be run is one
| rniln
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

j. w. Fitzgerald has purchased the
residence of A. r. Mcdonald, and
Charles B. Warren has purchased the
residence of j. Dineheart, both OF
Washington avenue.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
CHURCH DIRECTORY.

EPIsCoPAL-Rev. J. A. Mock Services In Trim
ity Church. on Washington avenue, every Sunday
morning aud evening.
BAPflSr-Rev. q. L. Little Services in Society:
Church. on Third street, every Sabbath morning and
evening.
CArHoLIC-Rsv X. +. DOMAIN. Services In the
Catholic Church, on Chisholm street. every Sunday
at $3.50 A. 81, 1880 a. NJ, and az 2. n. Vespers-
evening service. Sermon In English at 1880; in
Hroncn at 1880.
CONGR EGATI0NAL-Rev A. w. Westgate
Services in the Sooetys Church on Second street, ev-
cry Sabbath morning aud evening.
MErHODiSr-Rev. Il. f. Riddick. Services in
sooiety'S Church, on Dock street, every Sabbath
morning and evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The committee of the w. G. T. u,
in charge Of the lecture course, feel
that it is unjust to the gentlemen who
have kindly consented to lecture, to ask
them to give time and labor to the
preparation of lectures which the tick
ct holders and the public do not care
to attend. The audiences have been
small from the first, and the last one
was failure, and therefore the course
is discontinued. If any Of the ticket
holders feel that they are wronged
thereby, they can call on the treasurer,
Mrs. F. M. Wheeler, and she will re-
fund the money for the remaining lee
lures.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Lumbermen and laborers in the woods
should bear in mind that Blackburn 81 Son
have a full supply of genuine buckskn
mittens and Indian moccasins.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Andrew Harshaw, who has been in
attendance at the Grand Lodge of
Odd Fellows Of the State, at Lansing,
returned home last Saturday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Hon. A. w. Comstock, who has been
some weeks on a trip to the southern
States, was in Washington last week,
and is expected to arrive home next
week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

AS far as we are able to learn, there
is now but one case of diphtheria in
town-and that, Mrs. Matthews, moth
er of the boy who died Of the disease
last week.
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y. x. of r.

For Cholera, Cholera Morbus, Diarrhpa,
Dysentery, Cramps and Pains in the Stom-
ach, there is nothing equals Bcebe's King
of Pain. Price only 25 cents. Sold by all
druggists. 64Oy1.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Since the special election on Monday,
the stockholders Of the water works
company feel exceedingly good natur-
ed. They were not anxious to sell the
water works, and know that il is money
in their pockets to run the works Them
selves. The investment pays them
a rich interest.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

You can obtain goods cheap for cash,
at the store on Water street, where the
old Anspach stock is being disposed OF
at auction and by private sale. Auc.
ton three nights in the week. 53e
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

DR.. Shelton was called on Friday to
attend John White who was severely
injured at Anderson's camp, Hubbard
Lake, by having log roll over him at
the skid way.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Miss Darlington, sister of Mrs. j. T.
Bostwick, has gone on visit to friends
at Oscoda, leaving this city on Thurs
day last
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

There are now two electric lights in
the store of G. R. Hawley & Co., and
the consequence is that the store is
brilliantly illuminated.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

How it does tickle some Of the boys
to have a young lady smile at them.
The other evening we observed a youth
coming down the street with his face
wreathed with smiles. AS he passed
us, we heard him remark to q male
companion: "She winked at me-
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

If you want bargains in clothing, &c
to the.s store in Mason block, on Water
street, where the old Anspach stock is
being disposed of cheap for cash, al
auction and bY private sale. 63f
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

We propose to try Morton's weather
predictions once more. From the LIST
to the 4th the weather is set down as
"cold, cloudy, snow"
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The almanac records gain of eight
cen minutes, between sunrise and sun
set. for to-day, over last Wednesday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

DR.. Newton arrived home Friday
night from his trip to the Pontiac in
sane ASYLUM with John Campbell.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01
SPECIAL ELECTION,

The inspectors of the special election held
this day to determine the question whether
the bonds Of the city should be issued for the
purchase of water works, submitted the fol-
lowing
At special election held at the city Of
Alpena, county of Alpena, and State of Mich
igan, at the city hall, on Monday, the 9th
day of February, 1882, under the provisions
Of Act No. 400, of the Local Acts of the
State of Michigan, for the year 1879, and the
resolutions of the Common Council author
izing the same the question of the proposed
issuing of bonds for the purchasing the water
works Of said city, was, at the said special
election, submitted to the qualified electors
thereof, and the whole number of votes cast
at said election was three hundred and TWEEN
ty-four of which "For issuing bonds foi
purchase of water work, Yes" there we're cast
thirty-six votes, and "For issuing bonds fol
purchasing Of water works, No." there were
cast two hundred and lightweight votes.
VICTOR G. BURNHAM,
A. II. MCDONALD,
WIN. A. HENDERSON,
Inspectors Of Electors
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The propeller Golden Eagle is being
repaired, she having new bulwarks put
on, and other. improvements made.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Sheriff Scott returned to this city on
Friday evening last, from his trip to
Ionia and Jackson with the prisoners
Shelley and jackson.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The paintings exhibited in the win
dows of Maltz's bank have received
much praise. They are the work Of
Miss Sewell.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

One thousand witnesses to testify to
the good merits of Bostwick's COM
pound cough syrup. 359m3.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Donald McRae, Of the firm Of
Bolton q McRae, left town on Friday
last, for Detroit, where he meets his
wife, who has been in New York for
some time under treatment for her
hearing. Mr.. and Mrs. McRae are
expected home the latter part Of this
week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Speechley's saw and grist mill at
Long Rapids, has been purchased by
Messrs. Ellis and Evans.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Mr.. Green, proprietor of the shore
line of stages, has been on trip to
this city, and left town last Monday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The result of the special election on
Monday suits the stockholders of the
water works company exactly.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

What Eminent Chicago Physicians say of it.
Chicago, 1880.
have examined Balls Health Preservi
best calculated the health
does possible iniur-
by tight acing 1t should the
have the opportunity Of examining it,
NEvINs
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

The children all cry for Bostwick's
compound cough syrup and say they
have to have il. 359m3.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Twenty electric lights are now uset
in the business part of the city.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Fred III. Barlow arrived in town on
a visit, last Wednesday. Fred looks
rs if business was thriving.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Hugh Mathews, aged about fourteen,
died on Thursday last from the effects
Of diphtheria.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

steal the credit of starting the daily
Reporter?
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Ask your grocer for the Bay City Butter
Crackers. They are the freshest and best,
kl9Vi,
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-03-01

Walker & NORM practice the tonso
torial art in the shop recently moved
10 Second street.