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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23
WEAK BUT ASPIRING.
Curious Lunacy Case in a New York
Court.
A Man Whose Insane Ambition
Lies I'm the Political Field-HOw
the Heartiess Have MuIcted
and Mtslead Him.

WARSAW, N Y, July 23-An odd case of
extravaganza to gratify political ambition
came before Judge Byron Healy, county
judge of Wyoming, Monday. Elbridge
Austin, aged Al, resident of Attica, peti-
tons for commission inquirendo de imatico
ior his father, Charles Austin, an octogen-
arian and wealthy farmer, residing near
Attica. The petition alleges that Charles
Austin and his son Eugene G., aged 35, are of
son believes himself fitted for states
manship, and has so thoroughly
imbued his aged parent with the same idea
that the Austin estate has and is being
squandered in an insane effort to aid this
weak-minded son to climb TO fame by the aid
of the political ladder Instances are cited Of
foolish extravaganza, among thsm journey
to Warsaw in 1875, when he made a speech
before large assemblage in Irving hall, ad-
vocating himself ~ the workingmen's
candidate for assemblyman, during which
effort he removed his csat and waist
coat at the suggestion OF some fun
lover, TO show that he belonged to the
horny listed sons of toll The four-in-hand,
brass band, hall and other items of expense
were settled from the family purse. In 1880
pilgrimage was made to Mentor, O., for the
purpose of visiting Garfield and consulting
with him regarding foreign appointment,
which the younger man had been caused to
believe was to be given to him. The expense
of the trip was also liquidated by the father.
This year Eugene was made to consider the
rice-presidency on either the Republican or
Demogratic ticket his if he would accept
Those who melted the young man to polit-
icnl ambition invariably expected to receive
their reward in the adjacent bar-rooIn, and
as he was led to believe that hberality was
the politicians strength the money few rap.
idly. A deposit of u 400 with Congressman
c. B. Benedict and son, is alleged to have
been part of the wealth squandered IN this
manner The young mans guilhbility be
coming known, a man and woman came
from Canada and found employment on the
Austin farm. They represented they vert
friends of a rich lady in the Do
minion a daughter of q Lord Halford,
and an heiress, and said she was enamered
of Eugene This induced the father &c
furnish means whereby the tramp should
visit Canada and negotiate for the celebra-
tion of the nuptials. Large amounts wers
expended to consummate this marriage
which was simply fraud and swindle TO %
cure money Later on the patent-right fiend
swindled the confiding youth out Of SEQ. II
order to protect the estate from being squan
dered in this manner, the elder brothsr urges
that commission was neeeesary. The 1udEi
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23
THE COLD WATER MEN.
Preparations for the Prohibition Ma
Iinnai CnnYanlinn-

PITTsBURG, July 80 Lafayette hall, where
the Prohibition convention meets, presents
busy scene The hall is being elaborately
decorated with gorgeous and unique notices,
banners, etc. The stage has been Gov
cred with a bright carpet by the
wives andd aughters of the delegates
Bright young girls may be seen crawling
about the platform driving tacks and shout
ing to the sterner sex to 'move the organ"
which is to play prominent part during the
convention. The band renders occasional
national airs, the ladies catching up the re-
frain, and working and singing Enthusiasm
is the order of the day, and everybody is 60
ing to work with viii, declaring that their
efforts must eventually succeed.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

ordered an inquiry maze. Inc pOiiueaI asplra-
tions of the old and young Austin are said to
have been brought about by the desire to
emulate four OF Attica's wealthiest citizens
namely, sx-State Senator james g. Loomis,
ex-Congressman Charles B. Benedict, ex-
Lieut. Gov g. e. Hosskins, and the mil
lionaire Congressman Robert s. Stevens
Hon. Eugene c., as he is called, appears
to stranger to be weli-dressed student, of
gentlemanly address, somewhat given to
vanity, which is most apparent when talking
upon politics. His weakness would not be
readily noticed The amount already sauan-
dered is said to be from s5, 900 to $4,000
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23
Wants Butler to pef,ne His pos,t ON.

NEW YORK, July 3-Chairman Jones, of
the Greenback state committee, was found at
the Sturtevant house. He had Just arrived
from his home in Albany. He was opposed
to being interviewed, complaining of the fire.
queht misrepresentation made in regard to
him by the press. He said, however, that
Notwithstanding his opposition to Buffers
nomination by the indianapolis conven-
ton, he would support him, but
only upon the condition that he soon asserts
lis attitude Il want to know, and without
much further dicksring, whether or not be
intends to be our candidate, said Mr Jones'
al am of the opinion that he will remain in
the field as the third candidate, but in con-
mon with many others who contributed their
time and money toward building up our
party, am disgusted with his delay. We
have established party which is based on
sound principles, and will continue to exist
Notwithstanding combinations made against
it. We shall not be parties to any trade OF
traffic, and want 10 knew, and that pretty
soon, whether Ex-Governor Butler cares t.
return our support. TO be frank with
you, our party leaders did have
an idea that he might secure Democra tic
endorsement when they nominated him, an 4
that influenced them somewhat in selecting
him as their candidate"
In conclusion Mr. Jones said that the
candidacy Of Gen Butler, should he con
clude to run, would iniure Cieyelani's
chances in some sections, but in others Blaine
would be hurt He believed the most
damage to Cleveland by Butler,
candidacy would be in New York city.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

Remarked to friend the other day
that she knew Kemp's Balm for the
Throat and Lungs was a superior remedy
as it stopped her cough instantly wher
others had no effect whatever So Il
prove this O. Grotian will guarn
tee it to all Price 90 cents and 81
Trial size free
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

WASHINGTON CITY, July 23.-The presi
dent has received cable from the queen
congratulating the president and people OF
the United States upon the rescue of Greeley
and the other survivors of his party. The
president replied thanking the queen for her
congratulations and repeating thanks FOL
ths yift of the Alert
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23
The Cholera. Proeress.

PARIS, July 23.-Deaths from cholera at
Aries are averaging nine daily The panic
is increasing. The archbishop Of AK visits
the sufferers at their homes, Henceforth at
Toulon al night garbage and other offensive
matter will be carried out to sea in boats and
anpSiad fbnrn
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

New HAVEN, Conn, July 23-Rev Joel
Mann, an aged clergyman, died here Mon
day, 96 years. He has been clergymen
seventy three years and Free Mason
seventy years.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

First Message Over the New Cable.
RocKPoRT, Mass, july 22.-The first mes
sage over the Bennett-Mackey cable was re
ceived here Sunday night at O'Clock. Il
was to J. W. Mackey, from his childres
Willie and Claris
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

DR.. j. W Emery, who died at Paw
Paw, Mich, aged 81, practicsd medicine fol
sixty -four years,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23
IMPORTANT DECISION.
liability of Branch of Foreign Bank
to PAY United 3 tases Tax,

CHICAGO, July 22-Judge Blodgett has
rendered decision which is important as
settling the liabilities of branch of for
eign bank to pay the United States tax OIL
allotted capital The case in point was that
of the United States VS. the Bank of Mon
treaI, to recover SIS, 600, that being one
twenty fourth of per cent. of the money
which the Chicago branch received monthly
Bank of Montreal was able, in view of the
small tax it paid to lend money cheaper thar
any other bank in this city. Judge Blodgett
decided that the Chicago bank was unincor.
porated under the laws of the United States,
and should be treated as an individual An
appeal will be made to she supreme court
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

FOR SALE-A Flat-boat with Cabin. Enquire
of John Reimer, pilot of Ferry boat
d6t-l5 JAS. ". CLARK, owner.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23
NOTICE

FOR RENT-Furnished room with or with
board, MRS. A. ST0CkWELl
july a1dlw .
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

FOR sALE-old papers for sale In any quantity
at this office, cheap.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

FOR SALE-Chesp, one Billiard and one Pool
table. Enquire al Second Hand store on Market
Sousre iuly.22-6t
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-07-23

FOR SALE-Sixty lots in my addition to Rock
Island. One-fourth down, balance in yearly pay
ments, with six per cent interest B. Davenport
m13d3m
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
o. III. Hale Sells Out.

An important change i'll business
on Railroad street has just been con
summated. o. II. Hale, who has been
engaged in the dry goods and millinery
trade fourteen years, has decided to go
ont of the business and has rented his
store on Railroad street for about $500
:, year to Mrs. ID. A. Morrison, who is
forced ont of her present quarters by
the new opera hall. Possession will
be given May ID. Mr.. Hale will also
close out his Lyndonville stock as soon
as possible, although he has not yet
rented his store there. Mrs. Morrison
buys all of the fixtures in the st. Johns
bury establishment.
Mr.. Hale's reason for going out Of
trade is his continued ill-health. He
has not yet decided what he shall do,
but rs soon as he can dispose of his
real estate, he will probably go west in
hopes that tine climate will improve his
health.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
Sheffield.

Miss Hattie Ingalls,, who for Il long
time has been sick, is slowly recover
ing.
The wife of Rev. NJ. Atwood has
been presented with Il purse of Sl2 to
purchase dolman by the ladies' aid
society, as token of regard for her
untiring labor for the good of society
in Sheffield for the five years she has
been there.
A very pleasant surprise party was
that the other evening at the house of
Salma Davis and wife in honor of the
25th anniversary of their marriage.
The visitors were heartily welcomed
rs they came in from Sheffield, Whee-
lock, Danville, Lyndon and st. Johns
bury. Cheerful conversation and good
singing filled the time for a number of
hours. Then some remarks were made
in regard to the married relation and
Il prayer by Rev. NJ. Atwood, after
which Judge Rogers of Wheelock in
fifty chosen words made n speech pre-
senting the gifts which consisted of
an easy chair, and choice selection of
silver ware for the table and some
others. Mr.. Davis and wife responded
with feeling, thanking the donors.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17

Judge Ross is in Washington.
J. w. Haskell expects soon to go
west for the summer. He will spend
Il portion of the time with his son
George in Minnesota and the remainder
with his son Bliss in Dakota.
Mrs. j. w. Lewis returned home on
Friday. She spent the winter in Bos-
ton.
Profs. Hardy and Dakin of the Acad-
envy went to West Randolph to spend
the fast day vacation, Mrs. Dakin max
ing her Massachusetts, friends IA short
visit.
Lester Green, until recently clerk in
Biugham's drug store, thought of start
ing a skating rink at Swanton, but has
tin ally decided to accept Il position
down in New Hampshire.
Edwin Boomhower had his hand bad
Iy crushed while coupling cars ut North
Concord and is laying OF on an acct
dent policy.
Miss Katie Hartshorn returned from
Boston this week, and will soon com
meuce teaching school in the Cum
mingS district near Passumpsic.
Mrs. f. Owen of Lyndon Center has
been successfully treated bya New York
surgeon and is now at Springfield,
Mass, slowly gaining.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
Visitors from the City

The influx of city boarders this sum
mer is likely to he larger than during
any previous season and more or less
preparation to receive them is being
made in each Caledonia town. Dan
vile takes the lions share and this
year has Il new hotel and other en-
larged facilities. Peacham had large
number last summer scattered around
among the farmers, who will probably
receive them again this year, and quite
IL number will he accommodated i'll the
new boarding house to be opened at
the Corner. A good summer hotel in
St. Johnsbury would doubtless pay,
but we have not yet seen signs of one
being built.
1t is a good thing for city people to
wander up here and get Whit of our
summer breezes, which are by all odds
the best in the state, and it is a good
thing for the farmers to have them
come. The income from many farm
was materially increased last summer
bv paw for board. and the ''indnstry'
should be encouraged.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
PeacbaIn.

Csath""'
Kew. S. s. Martyr addressed the
teachers Tuesday night on school de-
pertinent, giving many seasonable
hints.
1t is not thought probable that Rev.
J. E. Farrow will be returned, although
nothing definite is known.
A large party of invited friends en-
joyed sugar eat at Leonard Welch's
Saturday and not the least of the many
pleasant incidents was the double
sleigh tip-Over.
There were quite a number of pri-
vate sugar parties Fast day. but none
were officially announced.
Mrs. William Henderson died last
week.
Rev. Mr.. Martyr began series of
talks on Elijah last Sunday evening.
The Women's Christian temperance
union will meet at Mrs. John Varnum's
to -morrOw afternoon.
The travelling has been very bad the
past two weeks for either sleighs or
wagons. 1t took four horses to draw a
small load of butter to Barnet Monday
morning and it was hard pull at that.
Stage Driver Morse was taken sori-
ously i'll Sunday, but is now about as
usual.
Austin w. Sanborn and Simon b.
Clark are likely to start for the west
next Tuesday via Cape Horn. 1t is
not yet decided whether they will go
to Arizona or New Mexico.
Arrangements are already being
made for promenade concert the last
night of the school with music by the
MaIshfeld band.
This sentiment from the White River
Junction Landmark will strike Peach
am favorably: Rev. Mr.. Hough went
to Peacham again one night last week
and Country ParsOned" them. They
are so infatuated with him up there we
are afraid the presiding elder will feel
impelled to remove him to that burg tn
save him so much travel.
Austin w. Sanborn has sold out his
tobacco trade to NJ. 5. Hunt, whe is
fast becoming IA bloated mOnopolist.
State taxation will come up at the
teachers meeting this evening.
Henry Graham in going west next
week to work on railroad.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
Easter ObSeTVances.

A brighter and happier Easter than
last Sunday seldom dawns with promise
and passes with satisfaction to every
body. Not Il preacher in town failed
to improve the opportunity for tell
ing and timely illustration in his morn
ing sermon, and every Sunday school
address was Favored with sunshine,
tender grass blades, singing birds and
other signs of approaching summer.
The floral display ut the North church
arranged by Gardeners BOrland and
Gentry, was very fine. The principal
design was a large cross of white
flowers, encircled by frame of purple
flowers, in front of the pulpit. An
azalea tree stood at each end of the
platform and there was large variety
of pot plants. The exercises i'll the
evening comprised Il sermon to the
children 10y Rev. Mr.. Jones, carols by
the children and other excellent music.
St. Andrews Episcopal church was
tastefully decorated and the audience
room was well filled at both the morn
ing and evening services. Bishop Bis
sell of Burlington gave strong ser
mon and fourteen were confirmed in
the evening.
The South church was also hand
somely decorated and an excellent CON
cert was given by the children in the
evening. the feature of which was a
brief address by the superintendent.
''Christ is risen" appeared in gilt
letters on the arch ut the Free Baptist
church and the program was quite ex-
tensive. An Easter exercise conducted
by the superintendent was the most
important and the children gave reel
tations in the evening.
Although not SO extensive as usual
the decorations at the Universalist
church were very tasteful. In the
evening a concert was given by the
Sabbath school appropriate to the day
which was very creditable, the choir
adding much to the entertainment
Supt. Roberts gave quarterly report o.
! the school which showed increasing in
terest in it,
A fair number of pot plants, well ar.
ranged, appeared around the Metho
dist pulpit and in the evening til,
pastor and superintendent gave som,
remarks with singing and speaking by
the children.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
Obituary.

Lieut.. Hollis ID. Morrill, of this place
died last Monday after a protracted
illness, in which his sufferings have
have been severe. Mr.. Morrill, served
in the war of the rebellion, enlisting
when he was IL years old in the 18th
Vermont regiment in which he served
about ten months and was discharged
fof disability. He afterwards enlisted
in the 22d Massachusetts regiment from
which he was discharged for the same
cause. In August 1868 lie enlisted in
the llth Vermont regiment in which
he served until the close of the war.
In this regiment he was sergeant, ser
geant- major. ID lieutenant and LIST
lieutenant. He was in the battle of
Spottsylvania. Cold Harbor, Peters
burg, Charlestown, Opequan, Fisher
/ Hill. Winchester and Cedar Greek.
( Mr. Mo.rill leaves wife and four chill
/ dreu.
( William w. Dana of West Lebanon.
a student OF the Academy, went home
Il week ago last Friday for a brief
visit; was taken very sick with pneu-
monia and died last Sunday, notwith-
standing he had the most careful nurs-
ing and the best of medical treatment.
Messrs. Penfeld and Reed of his class
and .. ;. Davis former acquaintance
of the deceased attended the funeral
services Tuesday afternoon. rhe-iunioI
class sent beautiful floral design. Mr.
Dana was highly esteemed as faith
ful student aud an earnest, consistent
Christian.
William Eaton of Danville, the old,
est cOmpositor in the state, died Mon
dan at the age of -. He had stuck
4 type in the Star office ever since h'
was old enough to hold a stick in hii
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
East Burke.

Revs. Cushing and Scribner have
gone to Montpelier to attend the con-
ference.
John Hubbard lost a good COW one
day last week.
c. T. A. Humphrey has moved back
into his house on the hill.-Walter
Counter has moved on to the Prouty
place.
There will be no preaching in the
Methodist church next Sunday.
1t is reported that Mr. Sawyer has
bought the Orlander Smith place, pos
session to be given May |.
The village school begins the first
Monday in May, taught by II. II. Dunk
lee.
There will be a sugar party in Good
Templars' hall next Wednesday even.
ing.
Mrs. Stoddard, who has been very
sick, is more comfortable.
There are two or three good tene-
ments to let in the village.
Prouty is boarding for the present with
\ w alter Counters folks.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
Local Notices.

For various reasons we find ourselves
in need of what is due us on book ac-
count. We believe that we have a
right to what is our own and we intend
to have it if possible.
We shall send statement to every
debtor at once aud are willing to give
reasonable time for payment.
We have several names on our books
who have been owing US for papers &c,
q good while and we shall feel obliged
to publish list of such names very
soon unless we are paid. The public
ought to know persons who do not pay
their News Agents. F. o. CLARK
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17

Friends, it will pay you to
stock for a year to come at
the prices we shall offer you
these goods. You will never
again have such a chance.
Country Merchants in towns
near st. Johnsbury will find
it to their advantage to call
and see us, as they can buy
anything in our line cheaper
than in Boston, and thereby
save the freights. We shall
make special inducements to
them to close out lots.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
To Build "A Creamery.

Dudley p. Hall, the Lyndon lumber
man, will begin work at once on a
large creamery on his farm in North
Monroe, n. II. He will build it just
back of his granary and use water
motor, obtaining the water from the
spring on his farm, which gives j fall
of over 100 feet. The new creamery
will be able to use the milk from sew
eral hundred cows, taking all there is
given in that vicinity.
Creameries are quite common in
Franklin county, but this is the first
one to be built in this section and may
mark quite an era in the local history
of butter making. Mr.. Halls enter
prise merits emulation.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
A suyar-house Burned.

b. F. Rollins's sugar-house at North
Danvile was burned early last Thurs
day morning, causing a total loss OF
about 800. 1t was forty feet long and
twenty feet wide, and had been built
only year. Nearly all of the sugar
tools were destroyed, although two S75
evaporators. which had just been put
in, have been repaired ut cost OF $50.
There was enough sap aud syrup i'll
the building to make 200 pounds of
sugar.
The building caught fire from plat
form used to keep syrup on, behind
the chimney. Mr.. Rollins attributes
the fire to the hired man, who left a
good fire in the arch. The evapOrators
would have been destroyed had they
not been full of sap. No insurance.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17

A meeting of those interested in
J he new opera house will he held next
Thursday evening. The association
will probably be Incorporated by that
time. Landlord Howe expects to be
gin on the foundations about May |.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
AUCTION.

The subscriber will sell at public auction. Satur
day, April 20, l5ei, at O'Clock sharp, at tho
late residence Of II. u. Underwood deceased, in
Concord Vt, all the personal property belonging
/ tour -years-old fHauibletoni.ul / yoke oxen
weight 300 lbs, cows. IL twOy ear7-Olds, ~
year ODDS Il sheep, hog swarrns bees 20 bushels
oats, 30 bushels potatoes, l buggy wagon, nearly
new. twO-horss lumber wagon in good repair i
express wagon, sleigh. robes, harnesses
plOws harrOWs, sleds. chAina lot Of good sugar
utensils and other articles too numerous 70 rlen-
ton. Terms made known az time and place of sale
Z. r. TURNER Admir-
West Concord Vt, Apr IA LISA.
s Z. CIRCUIT, Auctionssr. 1888
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-04-17
SPECIAL BARGAINS.

200 dozen Damask and
Huck Towels, lage size, extra
quality, heavy and fine, only
25 cents each.
100 White Marseilles bed
spreads only $l.25, worth
So.