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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
st. George And The Lizard

In many old natural histofies,-eS-
pecia1ly those of Aldrovandus and
Gesner, strange pictures are shown of
dragons, with terrible heads, breath
like steam, and the feet and legs of a
bird, and serpent-like skins In the
days of chiyalry these dragons were
very common, if we may believe the
tales OF the time, and every knight or
gentleman with any pretensions to valor
| seems to have followed in the footsteps
OF st. George, according to the roman
| GERS. But, in these days, the world has
been SO well travelled over that the
dragons have been finally sifted down
90 one or two beautiful little creatures
that live in India and the islands of the
indian Archipelago. Save for their
harmless aspect, they have very much
the appearance of the dragons of the
oiden time, and we suspect they were
the originals of the tales that were GER
tainly believed by the natural history
writers OF past centuries. The dragons
are small lizards that live among the
trees, and though they have no wings,
they move about through the air in
graceful curves, with almost the free
dom OF birds. When they are upon a
branch, you would hardly notice any,
thlng peculiar about them; but let an
insect pass by that they are particularly
tond OF, and, with a rush, several of
them ny into the air. Between their
legs Is curious membrane, encircIinr
them like parachute, banded and
crossed with gorgeous tints of red and
yellow, which glisten in the sun like
molten gold. They seem to float in |
the air second while swapping at the |
object of their pursuit; then they sink |
gracefully, allghting upon the trees or |
branches. The seeming wings are /
enthusiastically an expansion of the
skin of the flank, held in place by slen-
der, bony processes connected with the |
false ribs, which shut up, as it were.
when the dragon" is resting, the wings
appearing to be folded at the sides. |
lhey hive upon insects, and dart after
mem from tree to tree with amazing |
rapldity, their long tails flashing the air
ike knives.
According to the naturalist Brontius,
he common fying-lizard initiates q
curious yellow goitre, or membrane,
when 1t fiies, thus rendering it lighter,
md reminding us again OF the birds,
With their hollow bones. Thus assisted. |
hey cross intervals of space as much as
even hundred feet ia length faster than
he eye can follow them. In darling
cross small streams, sometimes they
all short and come down In the water.
Fhen, OF course. they are Obliged to
vim the remainder of the distance.
ometimes they are found in large
treams, so 1t Is not improbable that
ney go In swimming for the pleasure :
1t. r.. folder, sss St Nicholas.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
THE WILD MAN OF CANVAS.
A Creature With Rabbit Skin Robe and
Sage Brush Bed Slain In Idaho.

The celebrated wild man of the Cam
as Prairie was killed recently by some
parties travelling through the prairie.
While the travellers were camped in the
foothills on the edge of the prairie, one
of them, named Micklehaney, went a
few hundred yards from camp to kill
some ducks, taking with him q shotgun
loaded with large shot. When only q
couple of hundred yards from camp the
''Wild Man of Camas" jumped up from
his hiding place, and, after running q
short distance, stopped and looked at
Micklehaney through his large, clear
eyes for a moment, then, with a shrek
that struck terror to the hunter and
caused him to shudder as the echo re-
sounded through the forest, the man,
with the ferocity of a savage beast of
the Jungle, made for Micklehaney SO
fiercely that in order to insure his own
safety he emptied both barrels of the
gun into him, when he fell, apparently
dead. Micklehaney went to him, when
the strange being began to revive, and
he put his foot on the mans neck, and
called to his comrades to bring an ak,
which they did with all possible haste.
The man escaped just as they arrived,
and with pitiful moan regained his
feet and started to run. The ak was
thrown at him, and as he turned his
head to look back it struck him in the
center of the forehead, and he dropped
lifeless to the ground.
On examination he was found to be |
rather tall, with full, clear eyes and an
extraordinarily large head; appeared to |
be about forty-five years ofage, although |
not gray hair could be seen. The |
wavy black hair of his head hung low |
down onto his body and his bushy beard |
was about two and O half feet long The |
body was also covered with O thick |
growth of hair about two inches in |
length. This was also black and very /
fine. The finger and toe nails were two
inches long and resembled claws more
than nails. He was wrapped in long
robe made of rabbit skins The skins
were sewed together by sinews On ex-
aiming the place from which he made
his appearance it was found that he had
q very comfortable bed, which was
made Of the soft bark of sage brush 1t
was under an overhanging rock and
we'll protected from the wind Near
most likely been killed by stones.
About ten years ago an insane stage
iriver left Boise City and has neveri
'ince been heard of The Wild Man
If Camas" may be the same, having
AIKEN up his abode in the then desolate ,
prairie, but seldom visited by white /
men. The wild Man of Camas'' has,
ince first seen in 1873, been dreaded by +,
he lonely traveller and prospector, who
will be relieved to know that he is dead c
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
ADVICE TO MOTH Frs.

Are you disturbed at night and broken
of your rest by sick child suffering and
crying with pain of cutting teeth2 If so,
send at once and get bottle of Mrs.
Winsiow's Soothing Syrup for children
teething. It's value is incalculable.
1t will relieve the poor little sufferer i'm
mediately. Depend upon it mothers.
there is no mistake about it. 1t cures
dysentery, diarrhoea, regulates the stom-
ach and bowels, cures wind collie. soft
ems the gums, reduces Inflammation and
gives tone and energy to the whole sys-
tenn. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup
for Children Teething is pleasant to the
taste, and is the prescription of one of
the oldest and best female physicians and
nurses in the United States, and is for
sale by all druggists throughout the
world. Price % cents per bottle
feb -2S-m-w-s m Nv
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
Geo. w. D. HARRIS,
Real Estate
Insurance Agency.
FOR SALE

oIN "a LIE.
Fine residence lots in ali parts OF the city on easy
Fine corner lot 60xI50 for residence or busine..
purposes
Small lot on Goth street for $3.50 90
Nice residence, dry cellar shrubbery.trees harm
lot bcx34o, choice neighborhood cheap on reason"
able terms ~
House of ten rooms and bath room bot and co1s
water, nne barn corner lot SOx137 nice location
terms easy.
A good house, 8 rooms, nicely located on 4qth
street ~ 1''N
rive rooms, and bath room, lot 6OxI50. within
blocks of postofice.
Nice residence on the bluff
Large dwelling and grounds, well located. f,-
ooarolng mouse, saloon or summer garden in lowe
part Of city.
Nice brick residence with fine grounds and ,,,,
buildings, outside city limits on street car line
Eighty feet front with two good buildings nv.
toC q + passenger depot on Moline avenne-
me location for boarders, restaurant saloon mest
market or any kind of business
$1,000 viii buy a fine business corner II, ao,
100 with dwelling and barn on 9TH avenue
SlbOO Will buy good house ana an acre of Ien5
on Milan street railway ~
$3.50 will take good house, rooms, with bsrn
IN 6reenoush; terms easy.
5000 will buy a house and LOT well located
. 500 takes an acre of ground with house harm
fruit, etc, on the bluff. --'
Acres on the bluff with new house barn er,-
ali kinds OF fruit; cheap, easy terms
-A4O0 takes house and lot on 5th street
NH sell, exchange or rent saloon and dweIliDg
Wen located for business.
Viii exchange for good cirv Droror+,- q, 49,
improved and 30 acres unmproyed il. Rocic IsIs7
county, and so acres in Iowa ''
n 1NsURE your property with Geo W D HAIR
NiS; Standard, Reliable Companies represented.
No. 1920 SECOND AVENUE.
apl-e-dly Under Harper Hons
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
Told Him WHARF

The old squatter' spirit A deput,
| United States marshal hunting for lit
tie distillers, stopped at mountain
| road blacksmith shop in Arkansas The
blacksmith appeared in the doorway
and the deputy marshal, as it was
neither morning nor evening. but know
| ing the directness of expression requir-
ed by the natives, said:
Good day, sir.
Good bye, replied the blacksmith.
I don mean good bye; | mean how
are you?"
How am I about WHAT"
Things in general.
I m willing"
Willing for what?" asked the deputy
marshal
10 take drink
Say, want to go to Jones Point -
W ny don you 90, then?"
because / want information.
w hat information do YOU want?"
That's all right. I'd give So to
know exactly where | am, and he
looked around anxiously. We'll.
here, said the blacksmith. .if Won
won t tell anybody that told YOU TIL
tell you. -
Il won't tell anybody"
If them whisky makers come around
win guns you won let EN- know that
told your
No, / swear won't"
Il IA sorter feared Ride up closer
to the door. . If Pete Smith or Nath
Moore wanter know whar you got your
information you won't tell Fem, You
sayP" and the blacksmith looked around
anxioasiy, moved uneasily and looked
toward the woods
And you'll give me five dollars to
tell you exactly whar you are?"
.sYes -
Gimme your money
The money was paid over, and the
blacksmith cautiously putting 1t in his
pocket, looked around again and said:
Now with promise that you won't
blow on me-
Il want to know where I am -
You are right here, and lodging
through the shop the blacksmith disap-
,eared, leaving the officer no wiser but |
i've dollars behind on futures.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
Hnnora to niatinrntshad v,slters.

Soon after the Chinese Legation was
was established in its present quarters at
Washington a beggar called on profess
sional business. To his amazement he
was ushered with elaborate bows and
gestures into a luxurious room, where an
attache kindly asked how he might serve
him. A collection was then taken up for
his benefit among the members of the en-
bassy. and he was invited 10 refresh him
self with lunch of delicate CONNECTIONS.
As matter of course his singular exper-
fence was known to every beggar in town
within twenty-four hours, and the lega
ton has been besieged ever since by IN
pfepossessing visitors.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
AMUSEMENT NOTES.

The appearance. of Oliver D. Byron last
night at Harper's Theater, did not attract
a very large house Across the Cont
nent'' is play full of interesting situa-
tions, and not without its humorous
points which served to keep the audience
i'll good spirits.
The next performance on the list is that
of the "BlacksCrook, which will be pre-
sented by the Kilralfy Bros. on Thursday
evening. When here last fall 1t was pre-
scented in fine style, and was received by
every, demonstrate of approval by the
audience. The Black Crook is dra-
matte spectacle and nothing else but
whatever may be said against this spec
tacle as a drama, nothing but praise can be
given to its scenic, soltatorial and mechan
zeal excellencies as produced by the
Kiralfys
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
Flowers in Potatoes.

A gentleman from Utica in Louis
vile, who wished to send some beauti-
full flower buds to his wife, was at loss
how to do so. A florist friend said he
would fix them. He cut potato into
two pieces and bored holes in them into
which he inserted the stems of the buds,
and placed them in a box with cotton
TO support them A letter from the re-
cipient acknowledged the remembrance.
and said that the buds had developed
into full-blown flowers. There is sfiffi-
Gent moisture in good-sized potato to
support flower for two weeks in
moderately cool temperature Flowers
from bouquets or baskets may be pre-
served in the same way. The potatoes
can be hidden by leaves or NOSES
Utica Observer
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
The Land of Wine.

Inc prominence of france as q
wine growing country is likely to be
challenged within a few years unless a
change occurs. France has produced
over 5oO, 1000 900 gallons of wine annu-
any but OF late years the phylloxsra
ana other diseases have greatly de-
creased the production of wine. We're
II not for American and other FOREIGN
cuttings and gratis, the vast wine traffic
OF that country would have seriously
diminished. 10 make what are called
good wines requires starving of the
plant, for it is the grapes that have
peen, as IL were, stunted in their growth
that have the finest bouquets. There
mas been an immense call for American
wine to supply the demand caused bv
the partial failure of the French crane
crops, and literally millions of gallons
OF California wine have been exported
TO Europe and brought back to us as
Rhine wine, Hook, Claret and Buroun-
ay; Ihe most profitable industry in
other country. however, is about to
the world for its wire-pro-
ducing qualities. This is Australia
winch now exports great quantities of
wine. So far, our American vines do
not produce good champagne. but a GER
tain Australian grape produces shark
ing wine, which is equal to the hest
Pomeroy or Roderer. OF course. own
Frs OF vineyards in California and else
where will be pleased at the prosper of /
selling their grapes at profit, but, af- |
er ali, do we want to be great wine /
Ind brandy producing country Wine |
lpphng cultyatcs taste for stinnu- |
ants. which is subsequently grafified |
y more fiery potations. So perbans
.fter all, the failure of wine crons +,
rance may not be an unmixed b,.nef;t
0 the United States, even If we for .
eason profit by the better marEef for
ne productions of our vineyards
)esaorcst's Moattlg,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

Queen Victoria's birthday, May "a, will
be celebrated on that day throughout
Great Britain except in London, where it
will be kept on May IS. This Is an ad-
mirable arrangement, the London Glo5e
thinks, inasmuch as it win enable LOYAL
subjects to observe the day once in the
country, and second time in London,
while MIR. Labouchere. Mr.. Bradlaugh,
Mr Parneil and Others, by spending the
Gath in London and the 26th in the conn
try can easily avoid the celebration al
together.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
Beyond the River.
Away Across the Mississippi is held Con-
vincing Conversation

vincing Conversation
Il tell pou sir, that they one of the neatest
combinations ever produced, and nv experience
of that of thing has been wide enough to emit
tie my judgment to some respect
"oh, don't know" responded the first speak
er's friend, with little yawn as though he didn't
take much interest in the subject. ] have never
been able to see much difference in those things
They are all pretty nearly the size, ana made
OF about the same stu1f''
The talk, of which the foregoing Is a fragment
took place in Gallatin, Missouri, long ago. in
the snug office of DIR. NJ. p. Flowers one of the
leading physicians of the State, who followed up
the vein in which he had introduced it substantial
" IN these words
Nonsense that is the rigmarole of a boy, or
rather Of a man who either doesn't know or
doesn't care what he says. Those things. as you
cali them. just as aierent as the moon is from
green cheese Now. 1inimenfs lotions and ONT
ments are very good in cases for the relief of
pain or Inflammation But. in the arst place thew
are nnclean They coil the hands and the linen
besides being always out of reach when they are
most wanted"
= Wen, my dear Doctor sighed the t,Sve1sr
from the North, what would Won have T-his =
a wretehed world anyhow, and nothing Is ever AZ
hand when it is wanted You cant snooost -
thing-s
Yes, can" broke in the Dector. thu,n,;r,,
the table with his fist s. can suggest BENsON,S
cAPcINE Porous PLASTER. have tried If
On my patients and have tried Il On myself for
IN attack Of Nenrnusia and in all cases reliefba
followed in from three to forty-eight hours. The
Did plasters gre stage coaches-the capcine is a
elegraphic dispatch. For instance. in cases of
Seafaisdas Muteular Rheumatism. Lnmbago. re
ated action of the Kidneys, and -.
Il give it up. Doctor, and in case OF need Tllbuv
3enson's." said the traveller, pleasantly.
In the center of the genuine is cur the word
,APCINE.
seasnry . JohusOn, Chemists, New York.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
NEVER GIVE ZIP

If YOU are suffering with low and de
pressed spirits. loss of appetite. general
debility, disordered blood. weak con
stltution, headache, or any disease of a
bilious nature, by all means procure a
bottle of Electric Bitters. You will be
surprised to see the rapid Improvement
that will follow; you will be inspired
with new life; strength and activity will
return; pain and misery will cease, and
henceforth You will rejoice in the praise
OF Electric BItters Sold at fifty cents a
bottle by Hartz g. Bahnsen.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
wEDDING BELLS.

b. Winter, of the wholesale liquor firm
oil Mott ~ Winter. was married to Miss
Johanna Bartemeyer, at st. Anthony s
church, Davenport. this morning The
ceremony was performed by the pastor of
the church. Miss Bartemeyer is the
daughter of Mr.. John Bartemeyer, a
prosperous merchant tailor and clothing
dealer of Davenport. and is a sister of
MR. Winters former and deceased wife.
Dir. and Mrs. Winter leave this evening
on weeks trip to Cincinnati and other
poii''s on the Ohio river. The ARGUS
with many other friends, offers cougratu-
latlons,and although the name has a frosty
sound, we trust that Mr. and Mrs Winters
married life win be one summer of con.
tinual joy.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

What will Browns Iron Bitters cure
1t will cure Heart Disease, Paralysis,
Dropsy, Kidney Disease. Consumption
Dyspepsia Rheumatism and all similar
diseases. It's wonderful curative power
is simply because it purifies and enriches
the blood thus beginning at the founda-
ton and by building up the system, drives
out all disease. For the peculiar troubles
to which la lies are subject it is invalu-
able 1t is the only preparation of iron
that does not color the teeth or cause
headache
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
ANNOUNCEMENT.

Carse 81 Reticker wish to inform the
public that they intend engaging in other
business and will sell their entire stock of
boots and shoes and slippers at and below
cost, commencing with Monday the 9th
day of April. Our stock is complete
as we have just received our entire spring
stock. CARsE & RErIcKER.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
A GREAT DISCOVERY.

That is daily bringing JOY to the homes
of thousands by saving many of their
dear ones from an early grave Truly is
DIR. Kings New Discovery for Consump-
ton, Coughs. Colds, Asthma, Bronchitis.
Hay Fever, Loss of Voice, Tickling in
In the throat, Pain in the Side and Chest.
or any disease OF the Throat and Lungs,
positive cure. Guaranteed Trial
bottles free at Hartz 81 Bahnsen's Drug
Store. Large size 81. 90.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
ON THIRTY DAYS TRIAL.

The NoItaic Belt Co.. Marshall Mich,
will send DR. Dyes Celebrated Electro
Noltaic Belts and Electric Appliances on
trial for thirty days TO men young or old
who are afflicted with nervous debility
lost vitality, and kindred troubles,
guaranteeing speedy and complete restora-
ton of health and manly vigor. Address
as above.-N. B No risk is incurred, as
thirty days trial is allowed
dec % d-w1y
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

Haeckel, Hamerton. Howells, Hardy.
Tame, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Professor
lynda and Ivan Tourge nieff, all sue cess
fnl litterateurs, but not total abstainers on
principle, nevertheless declare against al
cohol as Injurious to BRAIN work. Hamer-
ton says that when a writer feels dull,
the best stimulant is fresh air.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

Rev. Robert Co1lyer says that in the
solving of new problems in social and
political philosophy, Boston is still TO
be the leader in the movement toward
a wider and better life, as she ALWAYS
has BEEN Boston, he says, has splend-
ed free schools, and the noblest public
library on the planet; and, notwithstand-
ing the croakers. he is right in regard
TO both. Boston Traveller
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

One hundred lots in my addition at one
half their value. Low taxes six per cent
interest. Deeds given and no money
down if they build Also lots in Allen &
Jennings. Webb & Henrick's additions.
Cheap. Enquire of o. J. Dimick, or M
E. Sweeney, in my absence. 2Sd1m
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

Any physician who is acquainted with
properties will say that Glenn's Sulphur
Soap is a reliable remedy for local skin
diseases.
Physicians prescribe Colden's Liquid
Beef Tonic for the weak, worn, and dys-
peptic, No other.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
CHEAP LOTS RaR SALE

$3.50 will buy large lot in my addition
to South Rock Island. / also throw on
the market thirty lots in Guyers addition
to Rock island near Augustana college,
and eight lots in the Chicago or Lower
addition. Terms to suit purchasers.
19-1mo Z. I'll. Guyer.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
ROCHESTER,, N. Y. March 80, 1883.


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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

Sixty lots in my addition to the city of
Rock Island. Terms, one-fourth down,
balance in one, two and three years, with
six per cent interest
api Ii d3m BAILEY DAVENPORT
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
He may Wen be Ioxful.

TOPEKA. Kans., May IL, 1881.
H. III. WARNER &c CO.: Ssrs-Afser 10
years of unmitigated suffering from chro-
mic kidney disease finally found joyful
restoration to health in your Safe kidney
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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
cARsE AND RErIcKFR

ofer the following way down prices:
100 pairs ladies' kid button shoes for n -5
IS0 pairs ladies' goat button shoes, $1.b0
dSO pairs ladies' Kid opera slippers, 800.
cases mems calf boots, 81 IS.
And all other goods in proportion. 17tf
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08
LIBRARY BOARD.

The regular meeting of the Public Ii
bray Board occurred last evening
Messrs. Connolly, Sweeney Danforth,
Steel and Bernhard were present Sew
eral bills were allowed Following is the
librarians report for the month ending
April 80:
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

Mr.. E. r. Clark, Clifford, III, says
Browns Iron Bitters relieved me of dys-
pepsia, etc, and / now sleep comfort
ably"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1883-05-08

For awnings, tents. etc, apply to G. III.
Young, No. 1T Main street Davenport.
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