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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Put ND Your Tackle

II will be unnecessary for the disciples
of Izaak Walton to dig any more angle
worms this month. The game law as to
fish takes effect Feb. 18th, and continues
in force until June 18th, during which
interval it will be unlawful for any man
or boy tthe law does not apply to ladies)
to catch or kill black, green, silver or
white bass, pike, pickerel, salmon, land
lock salmon, sun fish or sun perch Or any
other fish, in or upon any rivers, creeks
streams, ponds, lakes or sloughs. Game
fish" is interpreted by the Attorney Gen
eral to mean any and all kinds of fish
suitable and use for food
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
QuarterlY Meeting

Next Sunday is the fourth quar- terly
meeting of the Methodists, and services
will be held at the First Methodist Epis-
copal church. Rev. DR.. Morgan the pre-
siding elder, will be present and occupy
the pulpit, both morning and evening
and administer the sacrament TIT
love feast will be held in the lecture
room at p. N.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
AUNT RACHEL'S JOY.

Rev. W B. Evans, Washington, D.
c., writes; Aunt Rachel, the dear old
colored saint, who has been a constant
sufferer from Inflammatory Rheumatism
for 16 years, has been greatly benefited by
Athlophoros. l consider it almost in the
light of miracle. She is almost beside
herself with JOY. A little stiffness remains.
but another bottle will effect permanent
cure. 1t is indeed most wonderful
medicine, think it ought to be spread
throughout the length and breath of this
land"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
A Change.

The young ladies and gentlemen who
will graduate in our schools this year have
secured a change from the ordinary rou-
tine of speeches, poems. essays, etc,
common on graduation day. The board
of education have agreed to dispense with
all this, and let the graduates secure such
speakers as they desire. 1t is their inten-
ton to have some eminent educators
address them on graduation day, in con-
nection with some other exercises not yet
determined upon.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Goods at Yoar Own Prices,

M Henry Regensburger's stock wa:
sold yesterday at Sheriff's sale, Mr. Il
Burgower, being the purchaser. He also
bought from the assignee the balance OF
the stock of goods. Mr.. Burgower is now
ready to offer to the public his we'll as
sorted stock of underwear, caps, gloves,
mittens, hats, shirts, trunks, and vali5es
This stock must and will be sold at the
shortest possible time. Avail Yourself OF
this opportunity and call early,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Balance All

The laddies of Rescue Hose company,
No. 3, held special meeting Saturday
night for the purpose of making arrange
ments for their masquerade ball, March
1st. Turner hall was selected as the
place to hold the ball masque. Ths
Rescue boys are determined to have
grand affair as well as pleasant time.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Coming.

A letter arrived at noon today from
Joliet, addressed to Mayor Mott. 1t was
signed by j. D. Paige, chief of police,
saying that the water committee of the
city council would visit Rock Island to.
morrow, tuesday evening. 1t seems
that the water works machinery at Joliet
does not fill the contract, and have there
fore been rejected. We think they will
find our system fully adequate
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
To Chicago

The following gentlemen will go to
Chicago tonight to attend the meeting Of
the republican state committee: W. H.
Gest, John E. Fleming, A. Warren, J. N
Beardsley No. 2, J. w. Simmons and g
number of others. They will help to run
the affairs of the committee, and paint
the city o deep, deep red.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Gamblers Fleeeed.

The gambling fraternity had another
turn of bad luck Saturday night, having
lost $500 at the close of the evenings
play. One amateur or three string
players" went into the game with SIC
and came out with $500. Rock Island is
said TO be bad town for the fraternity.
There are so many three string players
who 60 in and combine to break the bank
that they often succeedin making it lively
for the beys
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11

WANTED-Agents; send stamp, and learn how
to clear $1,000 annually, TO Standard Library Co,
Ravenna, Ohio. feb-sd2w
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Wanted.

An intelligent salesman with business
ability and acquaintance, to sell dealers
one of the best selling articles in the
market Retail dealers of all classes must
have it. Sold from sample and no ped
ding Quick sales and good profits made
by the right kind of man Send stamp
for particulars to
W. H. SWAN, Elkhart. Indiana.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
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
DR.. 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,
a positive cure Guaranteed. Trial
bottles free at Hartz & Bahusens Drug
Store Large size 500.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
TAmnarancA uninn.

The Women's Christian Temperance
Union will hold a meeting for the trans.
action of important business in the lecture
rooms of the First Methodist Episcopal
church tomorrow night. All are invited.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
GOne TO Orion.

Lew Johnson's colored jubilee singers
10 men and women-spent Sunday at
the Harper house. They left for Orion
this morning, where they will give con-
cert this evening.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Stock Train.

A train composed of twenty eight cars
of cattle and eleven cars of sheep, were at
the c., B. & Q. yards this morning bound
for Chicago. The sheep were loaded in
double deck cars.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Fast Driving

Some of the hackmen who thrive at
their avocation, hack driving, between
here and Davenport, had better look out.
They are given to driving toe. fast when
they leave Second avenue and Seventeenth
street going to Davenport. The police
are onto their racket.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Religious.

The Evangelical Lutheran Conference
of Rock Island, Hamilton Iowa, and
Lucerne, Iowa, meet in annual session
in this city Tuesday, Wednesday, and
Thursday of this week. Their meetings
will be held in the study of the Twentieth
street Evangelical church.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Foot Crushed.

About midnight last night while switch
ing cars in the Chicago. Rock Island &
Pacific yards, an employe named Jerry
King had his foot caught, resulting in
MASKING it into jelly He was taken to
Davenport where be resides.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
The Bijou.

c. II. Schocker has purchased the b.
jou cigar store. The many friends of Mr..
Bowen will be glad to learn. however, that
he will remain in the store as master of
ceremonies.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Sunday Sport.

Some Davenport bloods, with livery
rigs, amused themselves running races
up and down Twelfth street on the ice
Sunday evening They seem to have had
a gay time, but it will be rather unpleas
ant for them if they..try it again, as TIE
police will run them in"
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
A Notable.

The Immortal j. N, philosopher, etc,
was 10 the city yesterday, and left fol-
Peoria, this morning, where he will 'as
sumo all the pressure and lift the veil. "
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Took q Rsth.

Some young Rock Island bloods were
scuffling on the river bank, near the Peo-
ria depot Sunday. While showing each
other around a young man named Swim
ton fell into the water head first
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Resting Easy.

Young Graves, who had his foot pinch
ed by a car passing over it, near the
bridge Saturday, is resting easy at his
fathers residence. Only three of his toes
are injured and it will only confine him
indoors but short time
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11

The second three months term of gym
nastic instruction at Turner hall, under
Prof Kissing, commenced Saturday, and
entrees can be made up to the 18th.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
The County Buildings,
LICENSED TO WED.

Inn. Valentine Rausch, of Lone
Tree, Iowa, and Miss Barbara Weller, of
Buffalo Prairie.
Samuel D. Allen, of Coe. and Mrs.
Martha E. Osborn, of Davenport.
TRANSFERS.
9-John Devinney to Simon Koch, ne
ne section Z, town IS. range 2e; $1,000.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Hnma Nissan

The Young Ladies Home Mission soei
ETY. of the First Methodist Episcopal
church will meet at the residence of Miss
Emma tackle next Friday night
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
TAXES

The taxes for Rock Island for 1883
are now due and should be paid at once
at the mayors office in the Armory TO
JAMES JOHNSTON.
eff Township Collector.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11

Emory's Little Catharic is the best and
only reliable Liver Pill known, never fails
with the most obstinate cases, purly vege-
table -15 cents
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Charity,

The ladies composing the relief society
of Rock Island held q meeting this after
noon al the rooms, corner of First avenue
and Sixteenth street.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
About to Petition

Our leading grocerymen are talking
over the ACCESSIBILITY of petitioning con,
gress against repeating the law regulat-
ing the manufacture of vinegar
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11

Loans negotiated IN sums of 81 900 and
upwards, on good real estate securities,
by viii G. Whitehead, at Surgeons law
Office. 81
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
The DAILY ARGUS.
Monday February IL, 1884.
Valentine Fair.

The Presbyterian people will give Val
entine fair at the Central Presbyterian
church Thursday.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11

If you suffer with Sick Headache, Con
stipation, Sour Stomach, or Bilious at
tacks. Emory's Little Cathartic Pills will
relieve you.-15 cents.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

HARNESS MANUFACTURERS.
Sauerman John, 219 seventeenth street.
HARDWARE.
Stewart Montgomery, 1900 second avenue.
MERCHANT TAILORS.
Nendt, II. 1909 second avenue.
NEWS DEALERS.
Wilmans j. NJ. Post Office Block
NEWSPAPERS
The Rock Island DAILY ARGUS; published every
evening, Sunday excepted) in Argus block, OPP
posite Postofice. Best advertising medium In the
city.
The Rock Island WEEKLY ARGUS; published
every Friday. A fine job department in connec-
ton with the establishment
pEsTAURANTs AND CoNFECTIONERs.
krell, Fred 1919 second avenue.
Evers, Fred, 1911 second avenue.
STATIoNERs'
Wilmans, j. NJ, Post Office Block
SALOONS,
Wolff, CHI, Market Square.
Westphal, John, 1912 second avenue.
WATcH MAKERS
Bromley, G. A, 1917 second avenue
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.
M. f.. SWEENEY. j..

tTTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW
Il Office Buford's Block, Rock Island.
0CtI-dW6m
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
Roller skating rink tonight.

Samuel D. Allen this morning took out
a marriage license to wed his third wife. He
said he was from South Moline, but it was
found that he was a resident of Coe town
ship. lie undoubtedly does not want the
boys to charivari him. and thought he
would mislead them by registering from
South Moline.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11

E. W. HURST,
ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW.
II Office In Masonic Temple block, over Rock Is
land National Bank, Rock Island, H.
sent-9 dWif
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11

A TTORNEY AT LAW, Solicitor in Chancery ant
II Notary Public Abstracts, Loans and coilec
tions. Office Buford's Block, I'd avenue, oyel
Bakers Jewelry store. nov-al-d1V
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
NOTICE.
WANTED-A Boy at the ARGUS office.


WANTED. -Four or five good tailors, immedi-
ately. !. Liberman, 1901 and 1903 Second avenue
feh-l1-3 ct
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1884-02-11
H. C. CONNOLLY,
SWEENEY & WALKER,
M. MI, STURGEON.

A TTORNEYs AND COUNsELLoRs AT Ii
dOffice in Bengston's block, Rock Island, Ill.
ug-1-dWy
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16
Slaughter.

The slaughter of summer goods still con
tinues at II j. Gillen's, aud is more than ever
Il Slaughter. The trading season in these
goods is about over, Though consumers will
find USE for these goods for weeks yeti and a
large stool. still remains, As fall goods are
now beginning to arrive, it is imperatiyely
necessary that all summer goods be removed
by buyers. Prices shall not stand in the way,
and the most decided cuts are made on all
lines of dress goods and all other lines of dry
goods and boots and shoes. Ii is not neccssa-
ry to now specify these goods The stock Is
in the best condition to please the public, but
the desire /, to sell, and a9 We have said,
price, shall be made that buyers must recog-
nize as substantial and unusual bargains
Now is the time to purchase, and everyone
who desires bargain in any description OF
seasonable goods is requested to call early
and yet what is wanted
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16
Old Settlers.

The following programme has been pre-
pared by the old settlers association for OBJ
servance on Thursday next at their 10th an
nual reunion and picnic, to be held in Wash
ingtOn square.
/. The assembly will be called to order by
the president at 1890 A. VI.
>. Prayer by the chaplain, Rev. W. Batch
elder, of Freedom.
3. Singing. BY Arion Quartette,
4. Address of welcome by the president,
Jackson K. Shaver.
). Response by Hon VI. +. HOllistcr.
Is. Dinner and social visitation.
:. Assembly called to order at 80 O'Clock
F. NJ.
6. Singing. By Arlon Quartettc
.. Annual address by Rev. j. Straub, OF
Marseilles.
10. Short addresses by old settlers.
II. Secretary and treasurer's report.
II. Closing exercises and benediCtiOn by
Rev. NJ. X. Whittlesey.
The officers of the association are jackson
K. Shaver, PRESIDENT O. o. Wakefield, gener-
al SUPERINTENDENT and J. W. Ebersol, secreta-
ry and treasurer. Preparations for very
pleasant gathering are being made, and the
picnic of 1884 will be the peer of any of its
predecessors.
Refreshments will be furnished on the
ground by Messrs Gay Il Spencer, and bag
gage will be checked free.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16
Personal.

HoME.-Mis Newbecker has returned from
her summer vacation,
MC,-Miss McDougal has returned home
after her summer vacation.
HENRY.-Misses Jones and Hutchins, Of
Henry, are visiting friends in this ely.
WHITE-Gcorge White, of Omaha, has been
visiting his uncle, the alderman, during the
week
CAMERON.-D. F. Cameron, Chicago, was in
the city On Wednesday, watching the Plumb
boom
SCorT.-Mr. and Mrs. S. s. Scott, Of this
city, leave next week for trip through Kan
sas and Nebraska.
NAsH.-Mrs. j. F. Nash and daughter Flor
ence are expected home to-day from Saratoga,
where they have been for several weeks
DAlY,-D. f, DAILY, travelling salesman for
the Porter hay carrier, leaves to-day for sea-
sons trip through Indiana and Kentucky
EcKELs.-Hon. j. ). Eckels, the Democratic
candidate for Congress in the Seventh Prince
tom district, was in Ottawa on Thursday Wis
iting his son.
PoRTER.-J +. Porter and wife left last
a
Mr., Porter deserves vacation, and it has
been we'll earned.
PErrIr,-Dr. j. W. Petit, who has for sew.
era years been in the railway mail service,
contcmplates relocating in Ottawa for the
practice of his profession.9
HmLToN-Goycrno and Mrs. j. II. Ham
ilton were in thu cityon Thursday They were
on their way to Deer Park, where they were
the guest, of Hon. +. c. Lewis
SApr.-Al J, SaPp, the typo, has been Wis
iting his friend, and numerous acquaintance
in Ottawa during the week He returns to
his post Of duty on the Chicago Times today
j. d. ii, D. Hammond reached Ottawa
on Saturday on his way up into the North
west after spending the summer in the east
ern states He took in Saturday at the races,
shook hands with his friends and flew again
on Tuesday
Goy.-Goy. Hamilton and wife are the
guests of Mr. and Mrs. +. c. Lewis, at their
home in Deer Park. The Governor addressed
Republican meeting at the Deer Park town
meeting house, at which place Col Plumb
was also present.
FLANACAN.-Streator Free Press, Saturday:
Mrs, John Flanagan, who has been suffering
for several years with asthma, was seriously
poisoned last night from inhalation of stra-
monium, deadly drug frequently used in
asthmatic troubles. For several hours the
graycst fears were entertained by her friends
and physician, but she is resting easy to-day"
SoLD,--ild, II. Clark, the grocer, has dis
posed of his business to Mr.. Chris Haeberle,
late with H. j Gillen. Mr. Clark has been
compelled from reverse of fortune to retire
from business for the present but this he does
IN the most honorable manner, having settled
with all hi creditors to their perfect satisfac-
ton. his trip to the west in search Of his
brother iaud who would not have done like
wisc0 incurred an expense and loss of bust
ness which he could not overcome just at this
time.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16
Obituary.

franklin \. Mason, son of Mr.. and Mrs.
in the town of Rutland, La Sale Co., Aug Sd
1854, age - years, month and ) days.
The funeral was held Aug. 18th and was
largely attended. The services were conduct
ed by Rev. A. NJ. White, of Sheridan
Frank was very industrious young man
of good habits and gave promise of becoming
Il useful citizen. He was much beloved by
his companions, and especially by his broth.
ers and sisters and fond parents.
''ln the midst'of life we are in death. OF
whom may We seek ror succor but of thee
o Lord w.
Frank Mason was very well known and had
many friends in this city, who will deeply re-
gret his untimcly end. The many old friends
of his parents throughout the county will
join in the general expression of sympathy
with them in their aiiiiction.
Mrs. Button, mother of Mrs. X. Strickland
of this city, died at her home in Fulton, n. Y,
at a ripe age. Many friends in this city will
mourn her deCease.
ZELUFF.-S. NJ. Zeluf died on Monday last
of consumption, at the age of ~ years. The
old lO4th boys will remember him. His old
friend and comrade d. ID. Vincent, prepared
for us feeling tribute to his memory, and a
sketch of his life, which we were unable to
get into type this week, but which will be
published next Saturday.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16
Directory.

Messrs. Holland II Co., who in 1869, pre-
pared very good directory for Ottawa, are
here now for the purpose of making IA new
one. There has been considerable demand
for Il book of that kind of late, for the direc-
tories in existence have long since become OBJ
soletc, and are hard to find and new book
properly prepared would be Il great conven-
fence to many business men. The Mcssrs
Holland have been in the business for years
and know how to get up directory, in the
mechanical work for practical use. They
propose in connection with this work to num-
Der the houses of the city, for which work
they charge nothing. We are certain that the
work in their hands both of numbering the
streets and preparing the directory, will be
well done, and they should receive the ncces-
sary support
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16

On Monday evening last Fitzgerald's Band
gave the first of series of open-air concerts
with which they propose to favor our citizens.
Their music Was all new and was well rem.
dered, the large audience which thronged the
streets expressing themselves more than
pleased with the exercises. During the races
the band received many fine compliments
from the visiting horsemen, who seemed to
regard the music rs much part of the races
as the races themselves. The citizens of OF
tawa should encourage the band in every
laudabe way, for it certainly reflects great
credit upon our city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16

One of the largest judgments ever confess
ed in the Circuit Court of this county was en-
tered this week against the Illinois Starch
Company in favor of Judge Cation. The judy
ment was for 1921 1883. As is well known,
the works have not been running for some
time, and several attempts have been made to
dispose of the property, but without avail. 1t
is now within the possibilities of having this
desirable property converted into other uses.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16
Are You.

Are you going to have one of five beautiful
moss rose china tea sets from the tea store
Your chance is just as good as anyonc's
Every customer gets numbered ticket "all
this month"; You have nothing to lose and
all to gain The trial of your luck costs you
nothing at the tea store. Remember there
are five genuine moss rose china sets for
grand prizes
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16

The committee of the board of supervisors
have awarded the contract for furnishing the
material for painting the county asylum and
jail to +. Y. Griggs, the well known druggist
and dealer in paints and oils. The same gen
tleman has the contract also for furnishing
the supplies for the schools of Ottawa for the
coming year The contracts were awarded
upon their merits, as Mr.. Griggs' goods are
always the best.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16
Dean Terry Dyil z.

The news came to us yesterday from Chic0.
go that Rev, Dean Terry was lying at the
the probabilities that he will be dead before
this reaches the public. This will be sad
news to his host of old friends and parishon.
ers in this city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16

MAYo.-John Mayo very popular young
man Of Ottawa, formerly clerk for A. Lynch,
has accepted cIerkship in the B. * O. trans
fer depot at Chicago, and has left for the me.
tropolis.
HAYDEN.-G, W. Hayden, of this city, has
been appointed station agent at East ST.
Cloud, on the Northern Pacific Railway He
left for that place last Sunday, His numer-
Gus friends here are pleased at his good for.
tune.
HERE.-Mi,s Anna Knapp, of Waukesha,
Wis, Is visiting her sister, Mrs. Geo. Roe.
GoNDoLF.-Mlsses Maggie and Amelia Con
dolf, Of East Ottawa, have gone on a visit of
Il few weeks 20 Chicago
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-08-16

Rev. \. B. Lawrence, pastor Second Pres
byterian church, Winston, North Carolina
writes he thinks it his duty to state that
having suffered several years with infamma-
tory rheumatism and having tried in vain all
other remedies, he was induced TO try St ia
cobs Oil, the marvellous pain cure, which.
after continued use, cured him entirely.