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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
SILL TO Ilt Had.

Mr. Gillen's great summer closing ont sale
is by no means ended yet. 1t taxes a long
time to remove a stock like his, and in the
immense stock still on hand great bargains
In seasonable goods will still be found in all
departments.
The Remnant Counter also Ia a great at
traction, and bargains can be had-lines OF
desirable goods at half value.
No house in the city can equal Mr.. Gillen
in bargains In seasonable goods. The stock
must be closed out, and prices shall not stand
In the way OF doing 1t.
Among the latest arrival of new goods are
choice patterns of standard dress prints,
Blankets,
Flannels,
Wooden yarns, and
Carpets-at reduced prices. Also all fash
ionable, handsome, serviceable and unique
fancies in lambrequin and curtain materials,
which will be secured in the piece or made
up in the best manner. This department, so
important to housekeepers, i, unequalled in
the county.
The grocery and boot and shoe depart
ments all, of course, are complete with the
lowest prices, large purchases and large sales
will warrant
Everybody cordially invited to examine
any or all departments al any or all times.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
latest Styes Of Hacks, Carriages and Buggie'
Gasoline Stoves.

Every passer by is attracted by those beau
tiful gasoline stoves in Manley & Jordan's
who have large stock Of these labor saving,
and economical stoves, and
keep on e standing in the store to show it's
points Of excellence. 80 popular are they
that over one thousand Of them have been sold
this season at Springfield, H., alone. They
are the perfection Of summer stoves; throw
out no heat, smoke or SCOT into the room
but are perfectly clean; common furniture OF
any ordinary kitchen Stove Will fit them as
nicely as II made on purpose; the cheapest
device TOR cooking ever invented and they
start readily and can not explode, as they
can not be filed while burning. Every per-
son who has tried one prefers them to all
others. They are not clumsy, hut instead
are pretty piece Of furniture and always
ready for use. Call and see them and learn
further particulars.
MANLEY 81 JORDAN.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

There were some mysterious proce :dlngs
going on In the first ward on Thursday
night between II and O'Clock. Three men,
who are not yet Identified, were seen in va
rious parts Of the ward under Suspicious cir
cumstances, and at one time a woman's voice
was heard loudly calling for help, apparently
in the grove or rayine block east Of Henry
Mayo's residence. A half dozen men, inclu.
ding the officer Of the ward, went toward the
direction from whence the voice proceeded
Immediately on hearing the cry, but could
find no person, and were obliged to give up
the search. Who it was in trouble aud what
was the nature of that trouble remains a
mystery, and but little was said or thought
of 1t yesterday. Whether this affair has any
connection with the disappearance OF high
iy respectable young wife OF gentleman
living south OF the city, on the day Of the Old
Settlers Picnic, Is unknown. twas thought
lsst evening by the husband OF the lady that
possibly she had gone to some friends living
north OF Ottawa, but he did not know why
she should 90 without hrst telling him OF
her intention to do so. We hope ne tragedy
was enacted. and that the many families " no
were disturbed from their rest on Thursday
right had no other cause for such disturb
ance than the innocent frOlic 81 young men
Who snm,times imhibe too freely.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
The Churches.

Rev. Madison c. Peters will preach in Ger
man in the Presbyterian church on Sunday,
Sept. ID, at 4P.M.
The choir boys of Christ Church being in
camp near Dayton, there will be no services
at that church tomorrow.
Services will he held in the Methodist
church next sabbath morning and evening
by the pastor Rev, George S. Young.
Owing to the rain on Sunday evening Rev
Madison c. Peters did not preach on the sub
ject announced for the evening. The sub
iect: as there q Conflict Between Science
and Religion" will be discussed tomorrow
morning at the Presbyterian church. In the
evening NJ. Peters will hold services in the
opera house. Subject Of lecture: "Horse
Racing" A cordial invitation extended tC
all A collection will be taken up.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Several accidents occurred on the streets
Monday night on account of reckless per
sons driving fast through the crowds OF peo-
Pile that thronged tie streets. Just at the
north end of the Illinois river bridge three
COW. boys came riding their horses on dead
run into the midst Of buggies and pedes-
trians who were returning from the open-air
concert. A collision occurred which result.
ed In breaking thill of one OF the bugges.
II Is about time the authorities put stop to
horse racing on the streets OF the city, espe.
cially when the streets are filed with women
and children.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

On Monday night officer Robnett, of the
First Ward, while patrolling his beat found
a hole in the middle of Courtney street, a
few rods west o. the south end Of the bridge,
which, except for his timely discovery, might
have caused bad accident. The opening
was about two feet in diameter across the
top and five feet deep. How it came there
was a mystery, until on examination the fol-
lowing day cavity was found below into
which the road-bed had dropped. 1t is sup.
posed that an unused and partially filled
sewer crossed the street at this point.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Death of IL. G. Furness.

Information was received here last evening
died on the Goth. at his paternal home in
Waterloo, New York. The announcement
will be read with sorrow by Mr.. Furness'
many friends in this city, although it has not
been unexpected for some time. The de.
ceased was a member of Independent Lodge,
No. 9S, A. 0. u. W., of this city, to whom
the intelligence was directed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

DR.. J. B. Walker, of Chicago, may be con-
suited at the Clifton Hotel, Ottawa, on Satur-
day next, Sept 1st.
DR.. Walker has all modern appliances for
the relief of diseases and deformities OF the
eye or ear, including full assortment of ar
tiiicial eyes.
He has visited Ottawa professionally since
1859, and those persons who can not be treat
ed successfully here visit him ut Chicago,
where they are provided with board, lodging
and attendance if necessary.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Walther desires us to express his thanks
to the old and young who so literally patron
lied him on the occasion OF the Old Settlers
picnic. He says he "still lives" and will be
able to attend all calls on his profession,
particularly on the occasion Of the Soldiers
Reunion next month. We don't know just
how Ottawa could get along withost
Wal,her on the occasion Of large gatherings,
for he seems best adapted OF all mankind for
internal wants. In the meantime
call on him for ice cream, fruits, &c, as OF
old
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

On the 14th inst. Mr.. and Mrs. Frederick
Widman, OF Waltham township. celebrated
their golden wedding at the residence OF
their daughter, Mrs. f. Hess. No great
demonstrations had been contemplated, yet
the gifts from friends and relatives were
numerous and valuable. At the table, under
the plate OF each OF the venerable couple.
was 800 in good. the token OF remembrance
from son in California. There were several
guests present from this city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

We desire to call the attention of all lovers of Good
Bread to the "Sil, Cloud" and 'Hungarian' brands
of Flour, manufactured by These FlOurs made
from the choicest wheat that be procured. by
scientific admixture Of No. hard Minnesota spring
wheat with the winter wheat, we produce Flour pos
sessng all the advantages Of each kind The 'Silver
Cloud is worthy of it's name, and makes the whiest
Of aky Oaves, though it is especially adapted to pas
try, biscuit, rolls etc. The Hungaran' is great
est and best known brand because is the great bread
making flour, producing it does white, moist, nutty
favored loaf Ask your grocer for either brand You
will be well pleased
COTTON, DAWELZ d HAMILTON
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Five Thousand Dollars Worth of silks.

Scott Bros. & Co. will place on their coun
tiers next Monday their new stock OF fall
silks in black and colored.
These silks are manufactured by the most
reliable silk manufacturers IN the world ana
are recommended especially for their wear
ing qualities, Colored silks In all the late
shades. Black silks, guaranteed qualities,
very rich and handsome, at 81, 81. 10, 81 25,
$3.50, Sl.75, So and up to 1915. Samples
mailed upon application.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

II. P. Clark, the painter, and force of
men in his employ are calciminMg the High
School building. Mr.. Clark is always in the
advance to secure contracts OF this kind, as
his abilities are well-known, likewise his
reasonable charges. Anyone wanting paint
calling on him.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

The proposed organization of the Young
Settlers Association has been indefinitely
postponed, at the urgent solicitation of mem
feared that the younger society would work
an injury to the interest and perpetuity of the
parent society. Not wishing to have con
fict between the two the matter has been
dropped for the present.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Our Schools.

Our schools will be open in few days and
it is well known where school books can be
had at the most reasonable prices. Forbes &
Lorriaux keep complete stock of all books
and supplies used in the schools of Ottawa
and vicinity, and their prices will always be
found the lowest. Call and see them and
remember the place.
FoRBEs & LORIIAUX.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
If You Want

A pretty collar, lace or linen, lace scarf, q
pretty piece of lace, either black or white, 60
to Hull's next week. We will open new
line of neckwear in styles fresh and pretty.
A lot of fall novelties may also be seen. 10
the way OF dress goods we will show some
entirely new effects. Watch for them
AT HULL's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

The Normal and Scientific School of Nor.
ris, Ills, enjoys the reputation of being one
OF the best schools in the state. The next
yesr's work promises to much surpass all
former efforts Any OF our young people de-
sirous of attending school should send for a
catalogue.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

The fall trade will open Sept. 1st at Scott
Bros. & Co.'s with a "boom." New goods
opening every day. New cloaks-100 styles
elegant garments. New shawls and evening
wraps. The largest and finest stock OF car
pets in the county. Everybody invited to
call and see the new styles.
SCoTT Bros. & Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

On satur DAY last q gentleman named
sledger, accompanied by his wife and child,
was driving 10 from the country with one OF
Mr.. Egsn's horses, and when near the corner
Of Madison and La Sale streets, the horse
became manageable. The buggy WAS ov.
er:urned and broken, and the occupants al
more or less injured. though fortunately
mons fatally
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

On September 9th Maj. j. ii. Widmer and
<. A. Nattinger will deliver their excellent
short lectures, "a Day on the Skirmish Line"
and Personal Recollections OF Anderson
VILE" at the Ransom church, in aid Of Kan.
som Post, G. A. r.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

The marriage Of Miss Clara, daughter OF
Judge Pillsbury, and Mr. Samuel z. Sims,
deputy county clerk OF Livingston county,
WAS celebrated at the paternal residence In
Pontiac on Wednesday. the I'D inst. Only
relatives and . few intlmsts friends OF the
parties were present.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Commissioners Notice.

All bids for the construction OF the new
road, running east from the aqueduct bridge,
must be received at the store OF d. A. Maher
by II o'clock noon of Monday next. August
27th. None will be accepted after that hour
d. A. MAHER,
THos. MCDERMorT.
Com'rs Of Highways.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Go 10 Z. Y. Grlggs for school books.

The Peake Sisters will give an entertain
ment at Farm Ridge Seminary on Thursday
evening, August 3Oth. Doors open at Z
O'Clock, commencing at O'Clock. Admis-
sion, % cents; children 10 cents. After the
the ladies' of the Deer Park
Mission will furnish refreshments at DR.. S.
s. Elders. This promises to be the pleasant
est entertainment Of the season in Deer
Park
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

You ought to call at Forbes Il Flick's and
see that big stock of new goods. They re-
ceivcd large supply yesterday morning and
have just got them opened. The new arriv-
ais are very pretty and should be seen at
once, as they will sell rapidly.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Mrs. Fellows,

Scott Bros. & Co.'s head dressmakcr, is now
IN New York getting the fall and winter fash
ions. She is expected home next week and
will be glad to see her many friends, and will
take pleasure IN telling them all about the
styles east.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

L. 8. McCaoe has rented the double store
and the corner store in the new Buchanan.
Sherwood block. making three large rooms
In one, ints which about October iss the Dc
store will be removed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Squire Weeks, Justice and police msgis.
tra,e, and Z. l.. Cslkins' Intelligence ONCE.
have removed to Court street, In the room in
front Of the Police Headquarters, McQuade's
building.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

On yesterday the books OF the Young La
dies Library were removed to the new room
in the court house, as were also the books of
the Ottawa Book Club. The Librarian Will
be in the court house hereafter, and all who
have books will call there to return them.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Old Settlers,

The old settlers know where their interests
lie and where their friends are to be found.
They crowded into Spcncer's all day Thurs-
day to look at those nice new boots and
shoes Of the newest fall styles. Spencer has
a big stock and he is justly proHd OF IL, and
don't care who knows it.-RepuJ.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
PIumb's Opera House.

Parties wishing TO attend the opening OF
Piumb's opera house at Streator, Aug. 3lst
and Sept. lst, can leave Ottawa on the {, b.
& Q. X. K. at 6:l5 r. NJ, and arrive at Strea-
tor a. 40 p. NJ, and return after the per-
Torrance Is over. Tickets for round trip 20
cents 7. II. MARVIN, Agt.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Genuine Brazilian pebble spectaces Mt L.
II. Trask's. Call and try the Dioptrc Eye
Meter recently secured by Mr.. Trask, by
which perfect fit is guaranteed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
Knit! Knit! Knit!

The best German knitting yarn in the mar.
ket, new fall stock just received, at HulPs,
These are the same goods we have handled
for several years, and If you buy Of Us you
will get good yarn.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

A new lot of those celebrated "3 black
crow" cashr1eres at Hulls, this week. If
you have had them you know what they are,
If not, call and get dress Of the best black
cashmere in the world of W. III. HULL.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Burglars entered the residence OF Charles
Blanchard, Esq, on Thursday night and sc,
cured the elegant gold watch recently pre-.
scented 10 Capt. s. 4. Blanchard, also about
$50 in money. A reward of $50 is offered
for the return OF the watch. No clue to the
robbers has vet been obtained.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

NEELY's STATIONS, Byron, Henry Clay
Woodbury. and Imported intruder, will make
q fall season at his place in Ottawa, III. Go
and see them.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Regular meeting of the Patrarchal Circle
this evening at their temple in the Opera
House block
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Fu'terer x Metzger's new building is fast
approaching completion. It is a credit 70
the city and adds greatly to the appearance
OF Court street.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

K. II. Trask's store has been in the hands
of the carpenters, painters and paper.hsng.
ers for the past week, and In consequence
comes out az neat as new.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

much needed shower visited this city
and vicinity on Sunday last. The first since
the big rain OF four weeks ago.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

WANTED.-A housekeeper for small family
Call on or address Mrs. ]. P Byrne, North
Ottawa
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Hoods Sarsaparilla Is an extrsct OF the
best remedies Of the vegetable kingdom
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Ely. Griggs has all the new and second
hand books used in the high and public
schools, at lowest prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Mr.. Henry c. strawn has built an addition
to his planning mill on the basin, materially
eplarging bis factory.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Mrs. Ann Bean, Atlanta, Ill. says: 1--WE
have sold Browns Iron Bitters and il gives
good satisfaction"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

The Grand Lodge OF Good Templars NEE.
in this city on Sept. llth-two weeks from
next Tuesday.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

The 10000 visitors in Ottawa between the
18th and 18th OF September will all 20 10
WaIther's for Ice cream.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

School books and all school supplies al
f. Y. Griggs's, at bottom prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

The cheap postal order system will begin
on Sept. Sd, a month earlier than was ex-
peCted
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Largest and most complete line Of school
books and supplies at z. Y. Griggs's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Books, states, pencils, school bags, every.
thing, at Forbes d. LorriauX's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Follow the crowd to +. Y. Griggss fox
school books and school supplies.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Oysters ripen next month and Wather has
secured the first crop for his Ottawa store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25

Everything for school use at E. Y. Grggs's.
New and second hand books at lowest prices
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1883-08-25
School supplies at Forbes & LorriauI's.

All kinds OF school books at Forbes & Lor.
riauY's
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1883-02-16
A STORY OF HENRY's TIME.

The other day, says a Washington
correspondent of the New York World,
L encountered a nice old lady who
talked delightfully."- about the mother
of Senator Bayard. "She was the
prettiest creature in the world, and Mr..
Clay admired her beyond everything.
One night at a white house reception
Mrs. Bayard was on Mr.. Clay's arm,
and the young daughter of an old
friend Of Mr.. Clay's came up to them.
What do you think?' said Mr.. Clay,
pinching the girls ear, this naughty
child refused to kiss me to-day What
a simpleton = said Mrs. Bayard. Miss
Malpert burst out laughing, Mr. Clay
smiled, the surrounding circle caught
the Infection, and Mrs. Bayard dropped
the great mans arm aud flew out of
the room covered with bushes and
confusion
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1883-02-16
THE WORLDS cYcLoPEpIA OF BIZ.
O6RAPHY.

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Mothers. Mothers !! Mothers,.,

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