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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
4 sudden Death,

The many friends of Charles T. hollywood,
were painfully shocked yesterday Tuesday
December I'D ~ hear OF his sudden death,
which occurred At 1880 o'clo, X A. ". Mr..
Boltwood was EMPLOYED rs book keeper in the
firm of Shelly i Pfeitfer and WAS An exem
plary young man, respected by all who knew
him. He was also member of the feoriu
Bicycle Club. Last Saturday he contracted "A
severe cold which led To- diphtheria, and after
short Illness. which none thought was seri.
ous. died very suddenly at his boarding place
on Madison street, The Bicycle Club met yes;
terday evening at the office of T. Irwin, to
take action In regard 10 hi, heath. A com.
mittec was appointed to draw up resolutions
OF respect. TO be presented to-day. Some OF
the members then went to the depot TO meet
the mother of the deceased, who arrived
from Evanston last evening. The remains
will be sent to Evanston for burial. - Peoria
Democrat.
To the many friends OF the deceased young
man, as well rs Of his bereaNed parents, the
above announcement will come as personal
atfliction. The circumstances are all the
more sad, in that neither his mother or faith
er was present n comfort him in his last mo
ments, and after his death his mother was
alone to perform the last duties of love and
TO accompany the body to Evanston, Prof
hollywood having left Illinois on Monday las'
to visit the exposition at New Orleans dur
ing the holiday vacation.
The cutting down OF young man Just
fairly entered upon manhood is always sad
but In this case il is particularly sO, in tina,
Mr.. BOltwood was a more than ordinarily
promising young man, With keen intellect
which had been thoroughly trained and cult
waited by study, frs, under his father, one OF
the best educators in the land, and afterward,
by a full course Of study at Que of the best
colleges in the United States, with afiablc
manners, never ending flow OF good humor,
and a perpetually genial disposition. with
good habits and no vices, he had every pre-.
requisite for business success aud the making
OF true man. Pdk! Rest.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
Minneapolis, Gold Medal" -four. the hnes'
In the city, at bottom prices, at II. A, Buffers

A very interesting and pleasant sirthday
party took place at The residence OF wm.'H
Hull, Esq, on iast Monday evening, the oc-
casion being tho s1th anniversary OF Mrs
Sabrina Hull mother Of Mcssrv " II and
Geo. V. Hull Of this eiU, Three generations
Of her children We're presrnt;-her own chill.
dreu, W. H. and q. V Hull and Mrs + b
stearns, Brooklyn; eight grandchildren, Mrs
C. A. Cation, Horace, Willie Mollic and Lot
tie Hull James and l.. II, Tower and Charles
Stearns; and i've great grandchildren, three
children Of Mr.. and Mrs, James Tower and
two Of Mr. and Mrs. c. A, Cation. Mrs, Hull
who was born In 1897, Ia AS bright aud active
as many womsn many years her juulor, and
is in the full enjoyment Of all her faculties -
remarkable woman physically as well Al
mentally Quite large number OF friends in
the city were present to add their cOngrasuia
tons, and the evening was most heartily On
joyed byAl,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
The Earlville Failure.

The excitement over the failure Of the two
firms Of William Wilson 81 Co., Of the Earl
vile Exchange Bank, and the agricultural
firm of O.J. Wilson Co., of Earlvillc, is
still at fever heat in Earlville, and is by many
not soon to be forgotten. One week ago the
news reached here Of the heavy failure Of
Vim. Wilson Il Co., bankers.
The Exchange bank was established in 1876
by Mr.. C.. s. Munson, who sold it to ". r.
Haight, Esq, who IN turn sold it to A. J.
Grover. From Mr.. Grover II passed into the
hands Of Vim. Wilson d Co., and under their
management, until short time since, was
supposed TO be upon a solid footing. In the
last three years the deposits have run very
low, and at the time of the crash but very lit
tie ready money was on hand 1t is said the
farmers in the vicinity Of Earlvlle are the
heaviest losers, some having made their de
posts only day or two before the failure,
while many cases with aggravated circum.
stances are reported where poor men are in
terested, having in the bank, at the closing Of
its doors, the savings Of years. Mr. Wilson
claims lie will be able 10 pay dollar for dollar
| II given little time. Judgments were rem.
dcred against the Earlvillc bank late on Fri
day afternoon, Dec 10, in the Circuit in favor
| of the following: II, e. Doane, 81 900; Ma
tional City Bank OF Ottawa, s9,Il5; G. NJ
Smith, $1,000. VIM Wilson flied chatici
mortgage in favor of G.. " smith for g. 90
Oh. Wilson also filed chaitel mortgage for
- 200 in favor of r. and T Wilson and II
Hapely. Besides which there are large liabili.
ties in Chicago, &c. Other judgments were
rendered, aggregating in oil about go, 900
The liabilities Of the defunct bank are some.
what over 800 600. On Saturday C. N. Smith
was appointed assignee. The assets claimed
foot up sl57 900, from which the members Of
the firms claim homestead and other legal eI.
emptions.
The banks failure will be particularly dc.
pressing on Earlville and the surrounding
country for some time to como on all classes
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

The slaughter of winter goods continues
at Il. J. Gillem's, with increased vigor no"
the holiday season is coming to an end. All
holiday goods will be reduced regardless OF
former prices, and rs the stock contains many
novelties not necessarily unreasonable after
the holidays, bargains in many lines can be
secured, greater even than have been offered
heretofore,
In all lines OF counter goods the prices are
greatly reduced, aud bargains are offered ev-
cry day, the equal of which have not been
seen in Ottawa for years, This is, indeed, a
season of low prices, generally, but Mr.. Gllcn
maintains his old time reputation of being the
lowcst-thc leader in low prices; and the re-
auctions extend through all departments of
the house.
Special bargains in dress goods, clothes,
hanncls, &c. &c, as will be noticed in adver
ON the lst column of this page; with special
bargains in the cloak and shawl stocks.
All lines are full and complete; and the pub
lie are requested to call and see for themselves.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

An interesting game of billiards was played
on Christmas eve ut the Clifton house billiard
parlors, between Messrs. Mitchell, Elliott,
Gedney and Cullen. The game was called at
9 O'Clock and finished at midnight. The game
was "a points, best two in three, and was won
run made during the evening was by Mr.
Mitchell, making three points without miss.
A very appreciativc audience Witnessed the
game, and the large run made by Mr.. Mitch.
ell was loudly cheered. 1t is understood that
another game will soon be played by the same
parties, and articles of agreement have al
ready been signed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
The Bind BOYS Dance.

Among the most pleasant features Of Christ
mas was the dance given by Fitzgerald's
Band At 1890 O'Clock Armory Hall was
packed to OVERLOOKING, and but for the polite
and courteous manners Of the committee il
would have been slmos, III impossioility for
half the number present to dance. AZ 1t was
everybody danced and felt happy and nobody
will forget the boys in uniform and their eff
forts in making the ball such a grand sue,
cess. About i2 O'Clock SOME fifty couples
started for the Clifton Oyster House, and, as
they all agreed, were warmly entertained and
dincd to tie Queens taste. Much credit Is
due the band boys FOR such a fine treat, and
they will long be remembered hy those pres
ent The music Was furnished by BALI or
Chcstrn of ten pieces.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

FOUND DEAD IN BED.-Gco. Oltwty, .'-vut
- years of age and living win Rich'd Pound.
stone for the past seven years, VAS found
dead in his bed "wednesday morning He
went 10 bed the night prey,ou, in apparent
good health. Before he went 10 bed M told
the children he would 20 to town the aext
morning md get them a lot Of pisythings,
providing he could lind Santa Claus That
Was the last seen of him yl.Sc Ike ha, resi-.
ded IN this ueghborhood Tor the past fourleea
years. He had been a very quiet and law.
abiding citizen during that time. Deputy
Coroner Weeks was notified aud an inquest
was held 81 noon same day. Heart disease
was supposed 10 be the cause Of MS death,
and the verdict rendered according 10 the
above facts
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
90 DAYS.

A tough looking tramp of the worst type,
giving his name as James Morrow, was on
Saturday afternoon arraigned before Justice
Weeks on charge of drunkenness and dis.
orderly conduct. His occupation Of late has
been to drink whiskey, fall down cellar steps
and remain there until he became sober jus
tice Weeks, after giving him a lecture on tenn
perance, sent him cover the river" for to
days. Alas the way Of the transgressor is
hard
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
Florida and New Oriean, Excursion.

Florida and New orlean, Fhtufsion
TO all who are contemplating trip TO the
Worlds Exposition at New Orleans, or 10
jacksonville, FLORIDA, or any point IN the
south | would call attention to the fact that
thee Is il Q. r. Il. Co, Offers 10 the public .
greater variety OF routes over which The con
nections are Surer and rates Of fare as Tow or
lower than offered by any other line. Parties
purchasing tickets over this line have their
choice Of variety OF routes via either Chics'
20 or 81. Louis Connections made in Union
depo,s Baggage checked through to dest
natiop Amy information In this connection
win be cheerfuly furnished. Cali on Or ad
dress GRo. f. Ron,
Agent C. g. 4 Q. h. H., Ottawa, III
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

About o'clock last Sunday mornIng, Will,
officers Frost and RObinctt were going their
rounds on Mill street, they came suddenly up
on An object lying in the snow Upon fur
thcr examination II proved to be a man, with
his face covered with blood and life almost ex,
tinct. The officers carried him 10 the station
where he was revived, and gave his name ~
Pat Murray. Too much ~hskcy Is supposed
TO be the cause
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Mayor Allen will give his annual reception
to the members of the city council, city ofh-
GERS, members Of the police and fire depart
ments and citizens in general, on New Years
Day, between 2 and o'clock M. To show
the appreciation due very able adnnistra-
ton, our citizens can we'll afford to give the
mayor friendly call on that day.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
Poison

In the blood by reason Of obstructive scid IN
the system is the recognized cause Of rheu.
matte pain ana Inflammation Resolve thIs
acid aud a cure IS effected Athlophoros Is
the only known agent which speedily destroys
the blood poison, and sends healthy current
into the diseased parts. says J c. Kinder, "
Burlington, Wis; II regard Athlophogos -
the most wonderful medical discovery Of the
age II cured me of rheumatism and Others
to whom recommended il. II is an ls!s'-
liable specific
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
High Sporting Authority.

The London Daily Sportsman remarks, edi
torially: A really invaluable specific, for III,
cure of rheumatism, neuralgia, sprains
bruises. 81. Jacobs Oil, well known in III,
English market has gained immense fame il
America, Australia and all parts of the world
and the universal nature OF lis sale may b,
judged from the fact that the makers hay,
10 prist their Instructions for it, use in nj
fewer than eleven languages
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Even il you have purchased your Christ
mas presents, there Is still friend who would
be made happy bys gilt Of an article Of jew
elry, q gold watch or something else of beau
ty and value. Don't forget that u. Hess, the
iewelcr, vest Of the Court House, has fine
stock. In all IT, branches, and that his prices
are al the bottom 4 fine line of hollow
ware, especially adapted to wedding presents.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
Great sale of Rem nunts.

On Monday next Scott Bros. 4 Co. will be-
gin cheap sale OF remnants of carpets, dress
goods, fannels, &c, the accumulation OF sew
eral months, which they will dispose OF at "a
cents on the dollar, some at still lower prices.
This will be a fine opportunity to get selec'
tons OF staple goods ut remarkably low
nricrs Chi md see them.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

DAMAGEs BY FIRE.--About 10 O'Clock on
Wednesday morning flames were discovered
issueing from the roof of the Episcopal
church, corner of Columbus and Lafayette
streets An alarm was Immediately turned
in, and the prompt arrival Of the tire depart
ment saved the building, with loss of about
800 Cause, a defective tiuc. Insured,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

On last Wednesday morning, while Henry
Holmes was scrapiug the snow II the canal
near the glass works, his horses became sud.
denly frightened and ran away, running into
d stone pile shor; distance of One of the
horses, valued at 500, had hi. leg broken,
and Mr. Holmes, 10 relieve the suffering ami
NAL, bad hlu killed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

PRIZE Barr H. is making no noise abous
gems meat market, but eye never saw more
magnificent beef than is now hanging on De-
gems hooks 1t consists Of y quarters IL OF
3 yearling Hereford steers raised by Mr. Lib
by; and IL of 3 yerliug shor; horns, raised BY
as butter and plump a. partrid-o-s sight
truly worth seeing,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

"A Pitt,burg telegram, dated Dec. ~, says:
"Ofiicials OF the Window Glass Workers
Union report that as far as can be learned no
glass factories will shut down Jan. I, ss talk
ed of q month ago.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

LAIR VIM Iauf, supervisor of Lostsnt,
and one Of the leading men of that vicinity"
says the Strcator Fire. Press, "waa kicked in
the Jaw by horse about nine weeks ago, and
he has been having serious time Of it ever
since After he was kicked he went to Men
dota 10 consult a doctor there, but he gave
him no encouragement He then went to the
AleHian Hospital In Chicago, but they could
DO nothing for him A few days ago he was
Woods, which he did Tuesday. DR.. Woods
examined the fracture, aud took from ii a
large piece Of dead bone, and this morning it
was healing up nicely, the patient feeling
much better than he had for months"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

NorIcE,-The annual Pew renting Of the
Congregational Church will take place on
next Monday evening, a9th inst, at $50
O'Clock. 1t is very desirable that all inter.
ested should be represented on that occasion,
either in person or by proxy
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
HOLIDAY ExcursiOnl

The a. b. & .. r. X. Co. will sell excursion
tickets to any station on It's line within 100
miles, Dec 23d ath, 18th, 29tb, Both and Slst,
1894, and Jan. LIST, 1898, At one and one third
fare for round trip. Tickets will be good To
return, including January +th, 1898.
Gro. T.. Ron, Agent G. Il & @
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

The one price clothing house of Fiskc &
BEEN is neither asleep, dead or gone visiting
but is right here in Ottawa with fine stock
of goods. Their one price, is the lowest for
the same grade Of goods, to be found in the
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

To buy Christmas presents, for Christmas has
gone and New Years Is at hand, but it Is not
too tats, but just in season, to secure good bar
gains in clothing, furnishing goods, etc, at
Fiske il Beem's one price clothing h~sse.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

II cures fever and sgue. This will be glad
news to the thousands of sufferers from these
distressing maladies, operating with greater
certainty than quinine. Mishler's Herb Bitters
does not leave behind 1t any OF the unpleasant
and even dangerous consequences which fire.
quently follow the use Of that long considered
specific for diseases of the malarial order
DIR. W. II. Frank, of ChesteryiIle, Mo, used
it with great success in the case of a patient
who was thought to be beyond cure
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Sody Ball, while skating At the rink on
Tuesday night accidentally ran into Mr. J. J.
Ruff, throwing him Bald 20 the door He
vas picked ny and carried 10 the waiting
room, a carriage vas summoned and he was
conveyed 10 his home Upon the arrival Of a
physician he pronounced hi. leg broken, and
il will be some weeks before he can get on
hi, feet again
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Daily memorandum calendars, for 1885
something every business mas should have
at hapeman 4 Grsham's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

PRESENTATION At the close Of the Utica
Baptist Sunday school services on last Sunday,
Mr., II. 8 Gilbert, superintendent Of the
school, was presented with an elegant gold
headed cane engraved on one side "utica Bap.
tst Church to II 5 Gilbert, Dec. p, 1884, -
and on the top the monogram 4" II. =. g."
The presentation speech vas made by the
Re- Boaz. Mr.. Gilbert returned hi, thanks
In very neat little speech
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
4 musomenN.

Jan. Sd will appear In this city for the first
time, Miss Grace Hawthorne, the new star, in
the title role in Camille, the new Co,ailk-
supported by the eminent actor, Mr. Vim
Harris. Miss Hawthorne made her debut be-
fore the St. Louis public on Dec 9th, 1884
aud the interest manifested was something
more than ordinary. She has been extensive.
! iy advertised a. mo Empress" mo Coun.
tess" and "no Baroness" but "only an Amer
lean girl who hoped to win on merit alone.
Miss Hawthorne's repertoire this season
consists Of THE New Camille" "Miss Null.
ton" Frou Frou'' and East Lynne"
The No. Repu6licdn says of her appearance
! there Dec 9th:
"She was rather indfferenty received at
| first, and her initial acting seemed somewhat
constrained, but as she became accustomed
| to the surroundings, she developed marked
dramatic ability. She was easy and graceful,
| and delivered her lines with force and intel.
| ligcnce that convinced her auditors that she
was possessed OF a remarkably high order of
talent. Judging from her work last night, II
is safe TO predict that she will reach promi-
ncnt position in her profession. She was Wig.
orOusly applHudcd and was called before the
curtain three times, where she received sever
81 very beautiful floral Offerings"
OPERA.
For next Wednesday evening, Dec 3lst, the
only operate performance Of the season thus
far is announced. The company is Grau's
English Opera Company, in "The Queens
Lace Handkerchief" The Brooklyn Eagle
says:
THE Queens Lace Handkerchief, as rem.
dcred by the Giau Opera Company last night,
proved to be one Of the most enjoyable operas
ever presented in this city. The finale OF the
second act, in which the entire strength Of
the company was tested, aroused the audience
10 great enthusiasm. Again and again the
curtain was raised and great volumes of har.
mony poured forth each time with undated
vigOr Distinctly above the great chorus
could be heard the ringing soprano Of Bessie
Grey and the phenomennally pondierous bass of
great honor is due, for he is certainly the
greatest comedian that il has ever been our
fortune to see. The performance last night
was fully up to the standard Of those which
originally made Mr. Grau famous.
The company brings full orchestra with
them.
The sale Of reserved scsts will begin On
Monday morning, at 81 90 each.
THE RINK.
The two experts, Miss Sylvester, Of Boston
and Mr.. Fl. B. Edwards, proved a good card
at the rink on Thursday afternoon and even
ing. Every chair was taken, the benches all
occupied and standing room was at pre-.
MUM. Il is estimated that at least 900 PEG
pie were in attendance both afternoon and
evening.
At the rink next Wednesday Messrs. ALI.
son and o Rourke, famous burlesque skaters,
will introduce "Peck's Bad Boy and his Pa"
on skates, On THURSDAY and Friday A. F.
Smith, a. The Dude" Mr.. Smith is &C
knorledged to be the champion roller skater
of the United States
The grand carnival on Jan. 9Th will be- the
great event of the season.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Losr.-Tuesday afternoon, gold bracelet,
st or near the store of Scott Bros. & Co The
finder will be suitably rewarded by leaving
the same 1t Scott Bros 81 Co.'S
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27
Agent C. g. 4 Q. h. H., Ottawa, III

Every sl0O customer at the American TcH
Company store will receive New Years
present OF chns tea plate, beside the usual
checks and hro ehDD.rS on the Ten grand
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

LEARNED s. Co.-The firm Of Learned &
Co., of Utica, are undoubtedly doing much
the largest business of any house in town.
Their store is well stocked, and their prices
are always reasonable, Call and see for
vnurs,.lt
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Fiske Il BEEN have sold great many goods
this year, but still have fine stock to select
from. Anyone wanting bargains should call
early.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

II the lady who took linen lunch cloth
from Scott Bros. * Co.'S counter one day re-
Gently will call she can have napkins to match
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

The little daughter Of the editor of the Tiff
lin, o., Daily SI0y was Immediately and per
manently relieved of severe cough by three
doses of DIR. Bulls Cough Syrup. A twenty
five cent bottle Of this valuable remedy will
cure the worst cough
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

PosrroNED.-The next party Of the Min.
Net club has been postponed until Friday,
January I'd, 1895. COMMITTEE
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Don't fail TO see these bargains.
NJ. STiHFEL,
Leading Clother
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Agricultural Board, says the corn yield for
the state in 1884 is 2O7, so G52 bushels rX-
ceeding by -. to 5o,million bushels the three
preceding years, though the acreage Wa. lees
than for any year since 1873. The average
price in first hands WAS but e9c. Prices have
not ruled so low since 1860, except in 81, 90,
~, n aud '73 La Sale county is credited
with 2,9TS acres, averaging 81 bushels per
acre, producing j,9S2 ,3lS bushels -Four coun.
ties had more acres in corn, but only tao
counties raised more corn than we did
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

With little more water on the floor Of our
roller skating rink, we can have fine rink
for ice skating
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

The neat and coy little shop of P. Funk
10 West Madison street, Is now stocked viii
the choicest meats Fresh and salt water fish
poultry and game Of all kind, IN their season
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

Tom aud Jerry" were badly punished OF
Christmas day
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-12-27

There has been female book agent in the
city for the past few days and she is "hue.
tier She swo0ps down on the boys, calls
them pet names and with her lsdy-like man.
ner completely oyerpowers them until she
gete their names, which she never fails 20 do
SfTedtor Ere, Press
Boys, take warning in time Prepare 10
meet your fate