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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
Started TODAY

This morning Mr. J. 5. Gilmore began
the seasons pork packing and he expects
TO Kill two hundred and fifty hogs before
the day is closed. The capacity of his
slaughter house is from six hundred to
seven hundred hogs daily, but the average
during the season will be probably three
hundred because OF the uncertainty of
getting the hogs when they are wanted.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
Thanksgiving Services.

The four churches down town unite in
Il Thanksgiving service at the First Bap>
fist church tomorrow at 1915 a. m. The
Rev j. H. Wright will preach the SER
mon.
The Rev r. F. Sweet, pastor of Trim
ity church will conduct Thanksgiving SER
vices at 10 a. m. and 7;30 p. m. tomor~
ROW
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
Will Probably Leave Us.

1t is probable that the hardware stock OF
Alex Steel and Sons, will be removed TO
Wichita, Kansas, before spring. There is
nothing absolutely certain about the re-
moval yet, but it is highly probable that
it will be made and Rock Island will thus
lose an old citizen and his family. The
hardware business will be sold here and
whatever of the hardware stock remains
will~be taken to Wichita OF course a
depression in trade must be the reason
for this removal.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
The Milan Meetinp.

The democratic jubilee at Milan last
night was a most enthusiastic one. The
speaking was in the town hail after the
parade. Mr.. John Davis presided and
first introduced Mr.. E. W. Hurst, of this
city, who delivered one of his excellent
addresses, full of sound and logical con
illusions eloquently expressed. City At
torney COrbett followed in one of his
Enthusiastically good speeches. The
meeting was one of the very best Milan
has seen this year.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
No Paper

The governor of Illinois has designated
and set apart tomorrow as a day upon
which the people of this great state, in
common with the people of the United
States, should abandon their common
occupations ond devote the day to return,
ing thanks to the giver of all good.
Therefore the ARGUS force will heed the
proclamation of his Excellency and con
seguently no paper will be issued from
this office tomorrow.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
Gone 10 Washington

Congressman w. II. Niece of this dis
trict has gone to Washington to be press
ent at the next session of congress, which
convenes on Monday, Our popular
representative is always on hand to attend
10 his duties
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
New Tea Stora.

Mr.. j. L. Freeman, formerly and for
many years proprietor of the Hong
Kong tea store in this city, has resumed
business again under the old name at No.
1924, Second avenue, next door to Carse
& Co.'S, where he has choice new stock
of teas and coffees. Fresh roasted coffee
every day-the only place in the city
where coffee is roasted and where you
may be always sure of getting it fresh.
q
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
% ttAtLH ARGUS.
WEDNESDAY. NOV, e6, 1884.
This Evening.

The ball of the locomotive flremen
takes place this evening in Armory hall.
Supper will be served in Turner hall. A
pleasant time is assured all who may at
taOI
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
BOARD of Rducation.

The board Of education had meeting
yesterday afternoon. Present: F. M.
Sinnet, M. T. Stafford and John Barge.
The minutes of the last meeting were
read and approved. 1t was decided to
close the schools on Wednesday [today)
to next Monday, allowing the pupils to
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
AN EXHIBITION

At $50 O'Clock the bell rang, and the
revolving sign before mentioned lacon-
ically announced "scats" The skaters
then secured seats around the rink and
Gus Knittle and A. W. Miller, two Rock
Island youths, appeared To give cOmbi-
nation exhibition, or in other words, a
brotherhood act. They were dressed in
Navy blue with stripes ON the sides of
their pantaloons and cadet caps on their
heads. The pair presented very nice
appearance as they gracefully glided over
the great rink. They were received with
great applause Their combination skat-
ing was marvellous and was frequently
greeted with well merited applause. The
team seemed to be able to perform any
difficult feat that might enter their heads,
and such a superb combination exhibition
on roller skates was never seen in Rock
Island rink before. Messrs. Knittle and
Miller have a bright future before them
as skatorial artists. We understand that
they contemplate travelling and giving
exhibitions tBth doubly and singly this
winter, and there is no doubt that both
boys will be successful and give the best
satisfaction wherever they may appear.
At the close of the above exhibition the
revolving sign made another flop and
said, general" and then all skaters en-
joyed half hours skate, when the sign
made another flop and said, 'seats,
shortly after which Gus Knittle appeared
| for a
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
FAIR and Festival.

The ladies of the First NJ. Z. church
will give grand fair and festival on
Thursday evening, December 49, 1t will
be a fine affair, and the public is request
ed to bear the date in mind.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
County Building.

LII ENSEU To W ED
Nov. 25.-JohD 4. Gustafson and Miss
Ida S. Arnson, both of Moline
26.-Jamcs c. Love and Miss Hannah
NJ Waters. both of Rock Island
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26

Why DIR. Prices Cream Baking Powder
is superior to all others, is because the
testimony in its favor Is the strongest,
most intelligent and most competent.
The million housekeepers who use it are
a community, nation expressing pre-
ference. They know that in the kitchen
in actual use, they find it superior to all
others.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
SINGLE EXHIBITION.

Mr.. Knittle did some very pretty and
difficult feats on the rollers, such as skat
ing on his toes, then his heels, grapevine
skating, spread eagle skating, going
around the rink on one foot, etc He was
frequently applauded and deserved to be.
General skating followed until 1890 when
the revolving sign made final flop and
orderd skates off "
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
THE DECORATIONS

The rink was very nicely and tastefully
decorated with festoons of many hued fine
paper. The electric lamps lighted up the
rink fairly well, but more are to be placed
on the different upright posts around the
rink and thus the big floor will be much
better lighted
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
Hard Coal Market,

Pea coal 500; CRATE and egg, S7.75;
range, nut and No. $500 per ton,
screened and delivered; all best quality of
Anthracite coal. Blacksmith coal, Con-
nellsville coke and charcoal at 1908 Sec
ond avenue. diff Il. G. FRAZIER.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
THE CROW

Is is variously estimated that there was
1900 TO 1000 people at the rink last ev>
ening. 1t was big crowd at any rate
and the dressing rooms, gallery and in
fact everything about the well appointed
rink was much admired by all.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26

DIR. A. T. Hawley, dentist corner Sew
teentn street and Sixth avenue.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-11-26
TIE ATTACHES

Manager Collins is fortunate in having
secured the services of gentlamanly lot
of young men to assist him in running the
rink, The manager and all his assistants
wear cadet caps which look very nice.
Biehl's orchestra furnished excellent music
last evening The opening of the rink
was a great success
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
Confederate Decoration in Baltimore

by Telegraph 10 iue DlspAitl'J
BALTIMORE. June G.-The graves OF the
Confederate dead in and near this city
were decorated this afternoon, under the
direction Of the Ladies Confederate De
mortal and Beneficial Association. Al
Loudon Park cemetery a procession OF
one hundred little girls formed at the main
entrance and moved to the hill where the
Confederate dead are buried. All the
graves were spread with a profusion OF
beautiful flowers.
Tonight memorial services were held at
the Holliday-Street Theatre. which was
filed with people. General Fitzhugh Lee
delivered his lecture, battle OF Chancel-
lorsville." A number Of officers who
were in the Confederate army were on the
stage, and prominent among them General
Heros Won Barcke, OF Germany. who was
on the staff Of General J. Z. 3. stuart
during the conflict.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
ONLY FOUR BALLOTS TAKEN,
REVENGE FOR THE VIRGINIA
sTRAIGHToUTs.
RECEIVING THE NEWS IN RICHMOND.
ARTHURS DEFEAT AS A.BLoW TO
MALONE.
Portsmouth ssratxhteuss Rejoicing
scenes Around Our Bulletin
Boards. The Sifuation
as Seen I'm Wash.
ington.

Yesterday the National Republican Con-
vention completed It's work by nominating
Hon. James G. Blaine. Of Maine, for Presi-
dent and General John 4. Logan. Of Hi.
Dois, for Vice-Presideni. Blaine was NOM
mated on the fourth ballot, receiving 541
votes against a0s for Arthur. II was evident.
however. from the moment the Convention
assembled Yesterday morning that Blaine
had The body In his hands. Logan was
nominated by acclamation. As our staff
correspondent teIegraphs, the choice Of
Blaine is a delicious revenge TO the
Virginia straigbiouts. Last night the
Straishtouts Of Portsmouth gave evi-
dence of this by firing hundred guns
In Richmond the ballo;ing was watched
with more interes! than has been exhibited
on any occasion since the last State cleo
ton. All morning there were large crowds
Of Democrats around the buIletln-boards
Of the Dispatch and state, and when
the result OF the fourth ballot was
announced il was received with great
satisfaction, not to say citation. The
explanation Of this is that the Democrats
recognized that the defeat Of Arthur
carried with ii the defeat OF Malone.
That the Mahoneiies also recognize this is
shown by the lack Of enthusiasm among
the negroes here. as well as by the fact that
those Of the VIRGINIA delegation who have
obeyed Mabone's mandate from the begin
ming did not change on the fourth ballot al
though telegram had been received from
Arthur requesting that in the event Of
Blaine's nomination on that ballot his
nomination be made unanimous. In
Washington the opinion, among Demo-
erats generally, Is that Malone has sus-
tanned crushing blow, and that his career
as Z political leader has been woundup.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
GENERAL JOHN a. LOGAN.
sketch orthe Nominee for viee-President.

sketch OF the Nominee for viee-Presideni.
John A. Logan. the nominee for Vice
President. Is the senior senator from Hi
nos. He was born on a farm in southern
Illinois, and is about ffty-eight years oil
age. He received q common-school eduea-
ton and was elected county clerk when he
was scarcely out Of bis teens. He enlisted
as 8 private Ia the war with Mexico and
leit the army quartermaster. He then
studied and practiced law. but his pen
chant for politics reassertihg itseii, he De
came a member Of the Illinois Legislature
In 1852. and again 10 1856, having served
one term as prosecuting attorney In the
mean time. He WIS, a presidential elecfor
In 1856. aud then went to Congress. sery-
ing continuously until the outbreak OF the
civil war. Entering the army ~ colonel.
be attained the rank OF msior-general. In
1855 he was appointed Minister to M:xico.
but defined. lie wss elected 70 the For
tie4h and Forty-hrsa Congresses, ana Y
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
7 OF nv De pIIVII
Sick Billy.

Mid the stencil and thefiew
OF that OdOrOus crew
Who boiled that poi In Chicago,
Was midget well known,
Little Billy Malone,
Chief cook. and likewise super-cargO.
He could mix such q mess
As would sorely distress
The stomach Of aught that Is human;
But at last found place
Where hls SIX II and hi grace
Rate him fret In his art a. steir-HGH.
He has rare digestion,
And he thrives a a cook
And chief q Republican walters;
Bur Chicago's great stew
Was a little bf Rei0
To him, one Of Pctersburg's bray thurs"
So we hear he Is sick!
oh. how sadl What lick
Is this al a time when sore needed.
To swagger and 10 swear
Al this henchman who dare
Let orders from him 20 UNDECIDED.
IT'S season Of hile,
Friend Billy, and while
Your sickness may seer great evil
When You're well NAV YOU ma
Your green withes viii not bind
The South 10 The car Of the devil.
IT'S chil-Blaine for you
And your subs rvient crew,
Though you Try hard the record 10 wipe ont;
Your might comes from Maine
And his name IL Is Blaine;
should he count IA Twill sure be your light out
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA,)
OFFICE BOARD SINKING-FUND CoNN'Bs. Z
RICHMOND, June 6. 1854. y

OAic @ 1904 ,
BY DIRECTION OF SECTION I'D OF AN
act Of the LEGISLATURE Of Virginia, approved
March Is, 1854. intended 10 set apart 4
fund for paying the Interest on the public
debt Of the state las established by the act
approved February IA 1882 by monthly accu-
mutation for that purpose, the undersi gned. Com
missioners Of the sinkir Fund Of Virgins, have
appropriated out Of the surplus Of the Treasury.
ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS, FOR
THE MONTH OF JUNE, FOR THE PURCHASE
or THREE PER CENTUM BONDS OF THE
STATE, WITH ALL THE MATURED co.,
PoNS ATTACHED THERETO; and they hereby
advertise that they viii receive offers for the sale
OF such amount Of the said three per centum bonds
a. the said sum Of one hundred thousand dollars
win enable them 10 purchase. All proposals must
be In The hands Of the commissioners at or before
3 p NJ on the 10TH DAY OF JUNE. 1854. A
offers shall be made In writing, addressed 10 the
COMMISSIONERS OF THE SINKING FUND
OF VIRGINIA, shall be sealed, and shall be OPEN
ed by the Commissioners, or q majority Of them ,
on the GOTH DAY OF THE MONTH, AT NOON,
in the presence Of the Secretary Of the Cannon
wealth. The bonds offered AT the lowest price
shall be purchased to the extent above mentioned.
II the 2Oth Of the month shall fall on sunday OF
legal holiday the said offers shall be opened the
next day which is not legal holiday. The three
per centum bonds Of the state, as above specified
or their equivalent in fundabIe bonds must be pre-
scented by the party notified that his bond Is ac-
cepted Provided. however, that the said Gem
m.ssioners shah have authority TO reject any and
all bids made in pursuance Of this act, or 70 aecep
portion Of the bonds that may be offered by any
party. FRANK G. RUFFIN,
MORTON MARYE,
ISAAC Il. BARK>DALE,
ie 7-l0t Commissioners sinking Fund.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
As SEEN IN WASHINGTON
oviuions OF Leading DemOcrats-Mahone's
Career Wound Up.
Especial telegram to the Dispatch'J

lspecial telegram to the Dispateh.l
WASHINGTON. ID. c., June 6.-l have met
no Democratic member Of Congress to-nlght
who did not think that next 10 Arthur
Malone suffered the most crushing defeat
Of all the opponents Of Blaine at Chicago.
As for Virginisns, they are as tnbilant as
IL the Democrats bad gained victory, all
because they feel that this winds up CON-
plefely the political career OF the Coalition
leader in their State.
said Captsin Jaek Palmer Just now, 9
don't believe Malone viii after this ee able
10 hold even Petersburg" Colonel Robert
Mayo. OF Wesimoreiand, said tonight that
Arthur deserved defeat because he had
used appointments 70 further his nomlna-
lion AZ Chicago, and instaneed the appoint
nent Of New Yorker In place OF Judge
sener. Democrats agree that Blaine Is a
stronger candidate than Arthur, but never
tbeiess they prefer him. They think, bow low
ever, that with wisdom at Chicago 10 Jun
in franine a platform and naming Ticket
they can beat Blaine and Logan, or 40!
ticket the Republicans could have named
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
FORTY.ElGRTH CONGRESS,
senate Proceedings YESTERDAY.

WASHINGTON, June 3, 1871.
Without transacting any business Of con-
sequence the Senate adjourned 20 Monday.
House OF Representatives.
The House at IL o'clock went into Com
mittee Of the Whole on the private caieD-
dar. The committee remained in session
two hours, but its sitting was devoid
OF the slightest interest. The bulletin
board in the lobby was an object which
excited all attention. and the buzz OF con-
yersation among the members assembled
about it was borne into the House. making
the dull proceedings noisy and confused.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
MAH0NKS BITTER Pill.

Delicious Revenge for the Suaightouts-
Mr.. Tilden a Democratic Neoessity--Chi-
cago Wild with Enthusiasm.
From staff Correspondent Of the Dispatch.l
CHICAGO. June 6.-The nomination Of
Blaine is q delicious revenge for the
Straightouts. They know Malone never
wanted him, SO they are overioyed that
Malone must swallow a pill as bitter as
that be forced down their throatg yester-
DAY. Dezendorf Is not quite AZ demon
straiive a. the others. but be says it is q
good nomination and Just as be expected.
Attorney-General Blair states that the
Mahoneites cheerfully accept tie result,
and he anticipates the fullest harmony OF
action between Blaine and The MahOneites.
Blair will stay here 10 attend the meeting
OF the National Republican Committee.
Most OF the other delegations leave to-
morrow. They are not half so iubiant as
thew would have been had any other man
been chosen.
PARSONS OVERLOOKED.
Parsons l. all aglow with Joy at his friend
Blaine's luck. Brady is unanimous for
Blaine. Brady acted as chairman OF the
Virginia delegation to-day 10 the extent OF
announcing the vote iu the Convention. G..
Stewart and Scott have a boom. as they
voted for Blaine throughout. Sims gave
Logan two votes. and then Joined the three.
and Houston fell in With them on the fourth
ballot. Mahone's prominence here will be
utilized l,y his claiming big campaign
fund for Virginia. and the disposition will
be no doubt TO give il 10 him, for the con-
Yicfion i that Blaine j. very weak in the
South. aud that he undoubtedly Is also in
New York, in which state the independent
fellows OF the George William-Curti
stamp viii give him at best but a chilling
support.
TILDEN A DEMOCRATIC NECESSITY.
Democrats and Republicans alike pre-
dict that Tilden viii now be Democratic
necessity. The former are sure he can be
elected.
Chicago tonight Is wild with roaring
cannons, blazing rockets, braying bands,
shouting crowds, and z wild paroXysm OF
senseless jubilatiOn. There never was
much Arthur sentiment here. Federal
office-holders are tonight splitting their
throats hurrahing for Blaine, possibly
hoping that il will wipe their Arthur
votes of record. They don't like IL
that such As otis ii. Russell have better
RI II than they to rejolee. Cameron, RID
,.ir,erger, and John ;. Wise were luskV
in having nothing 10 do with Arthur
futile effort. Malone loses prestige IN the
thing. He saw the danger two days ago,
his men saw. W. ID. c.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
Onghf 10 Tempt Butler.

New ORR Herald lhoepenoehLI
In short, this is a platform that ought 10 tempt
General BENJAMIN h Butler back into the Repub-
ncan party. lie might reyd Ia IL like cat IN
catnip. But VIII did committee that could draIt
and report such platfO4 m omit & ftInale-sui-
frage resolution which was pressed on It's atten-
ton by senator Hoar, and the prOhibilory amcld-
ment resolution that was besOughthy the Nomen's
National Temperance Union! Having resolved
for 80 much that T. miscellaneous. could mule
more have done any great harm 20 the party
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-06-07
JAMES q. BLAiNE.
sketch of the Republican Candidate for
President.

sketch of the Republican Candidate for
President.
The career OF James G.. Blaine. the Re-
publica1 nominee for President. Is fresh in
the mind Of al who have kept abreast OF
the drift Of political eYeIts. For over
twenty wears he has been a national figure.
and the public acts OF no man have been
more generally discussed by the press. II
Is therefore only necessary 10 refresh the
memory OF the people with brief blograph-
zeal data. James q. Blaine was born IN
Washington county. Penn. January 81,
1880. and graduated from Washington Col
lege in IS47. For several years he taught
school. and in 1853 went 10 KenHebec, Ne,
and established the Kennebec Journal. He
soon gained prominence rs an able speaker
and writer. and in 1858 was returnedto the
Legislature OF his adopted state. In lS62
he was elected 10 Congress, and IN 1863 was
made speaker OF the House, holding the
gavel until 1875, when the Democratic
party, obtaining control OF the House,
elected Hon. samuel J. Randall. In the
National Republican Convention held IN
Cincinnati the ensuing year he received
the highest number Of votes on Inc opening
ballot for President. and in 1879 was ap-
pointed TO I'LL the vacancy from Maine IN
the senate caused By the death OF sena-
tor Morrill,. In 1880 be was again q
popular presidential candidate, receiving
in the National Republican Convention OF
that wear 2S2 votes on the first ballot. On
the election OF Garfield to the presidency
Mr.. Blaine was made Secretary OF state,
which position be resigned on the death
of the President. Mr.. Blaine Is well
known in Virginia. where be has been
interested in several business enterprises:
lie is a man OF strong intellect, pohsheu
manners, and attractive social qualities.