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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The Ottawa wagon bridge has been nailed
up, being considered unsafe, and any one that
crosses il does so at his own risk. The abut
mcnts have been washed away, but rs soon
AZ it can be repaired it will be opened to trav-
ell until the new bridge is finished .-StrodtOy
Free Press
Which IL about The usual way Strcator
man has OF saying things. Wonder Il they
know the difference between prop aud an
abutmcntY The truth is, the temporary props
under the bridge have been washed out, hut
the piers aud sbutments are a. safe and strong
as ever. It's indeed an open question wheth
or the bridge is in dangerous condition 4
bridge that less than six months ago stood
without wavering the strain Of II $500 n. fire
engine and hose cart consOrt crossing at II
mile gait, is not in terribly dilapidated con
dtion However, 10 guard against all posi-
bic accidents, the authorities have closed il
until the river returns to its usual stage Of
uster, when the supports will be replaced I'M
Ill the new bridge Is built. The materials
for the new structure are now being got out
by the contractor At his works al ST. Joe, No.
and he himself will STRIVE her. next Monday
TO begin the work.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The Sunday school of the Episcopal church
consisting of appropriate religious exercises,
an address by the rector, singing of carols,
&c, in the nave OF the church, and awarding
of prizes for best attendance, best recitatiOns
and best diligence in bringing in new schol-
ars during the preceding 9 months. The first
prize was awarded to Miss Bernie Ruger, for
best lesson record; the second on lessons TO
Seth Gregg; to Johnny, Matte and Kate Vo-
gel for best attendance, and to Minnie and
Nette Rising for bringing new scholars. Az
ter the exercises up stairs, the whole congre-
CATION, young and old, 10 the number of 40,
adjourned to the basement and Toasted on ice
cream, cake, fruit, &c.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03
Extreme Tired Feeling.

a lady tells US "the first bottle has done
my daughter great deal of good, her food
does not distress her now, nor does She
suffer from that 'r.reme tired tee1isg which
she did before taking Hoods Ssrsaparilla."
A second bottle effected cure. No Other
preparation contains such concentration
Of vitalizinc, enriching, purifying and invis
Grating properties as Hoods Sarsaparills.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Freedom Lodge, No. 1874, A. f. Il A. NJ,
met in their hall in Harding last Saturday
evening and elected the following Officers for
the ensuing year; Chas, Bradshaw, W. VI
Carlisle NJ. Pool, $. W, Watson Bstcheller,
}. W; Luman Sampson, Sec'y; Henry Wiley,
Treas; Scott HinksOB, s, D.; Marion Warren,
J. D.; Orlando Parrish, Steward; james Bye,
Tyler
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The G. b tSQ K. r. Co. will sell excursion
tickets to any station on It's line within $50
miI.s, Dee, I'D, 24th, 18th, 10Th, Goth and 3lst,
1851, AND Jan. Isl, 1855, at one and one-third
fare for round trip. Nckets will be COED to
return, including January 4th, 1855.
GEO. +. RoS, Agent c. B. 40.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The nuptiaIs Of Judge Blanchard and Mrs.
Sylvia Bushnell, which society people in OF
tawa have been anticipating for some time
past with interest, took place on Wednesday
Dec. 3Ist, at Athens, Pa, at the residence Of
ID. Y. Parks. Judge and Mrs. Blanchard viii
return to Ottawa next week, where a multi
tude OF friends are patiently waiting for an
opportunity to extend their congratulations
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Returning teachers from the New Orleans
Exposition report that the Ottawa Township
High School has the best exhibit in regular
school work, and also zoology and natural his
tory Of any school in Illinois.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

New Years Day was unusually quiet, the
old time custom OF calling has quite disap-
peared here, because it has gone out OF fash
ion in the rest of the world, probably, through
the abuses by the parvenu, no doubt. Yet the
abolition of the cnstom has deprived New
Years of nearly all its pleasure, and left it but
a common place day, not even as enjoyable
as Thanksgiving or half as attractive In point
of entertainment.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The railway mileage laid in the q s. in
ing 3,S70 miles Illinois laid but 40 miles, on
three lines. The total number of miles in
operation IL l25, 462
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03
School supplies AT Lorriaux's.

On Monday night Miss Minnie Hin, daugh.
ter Of John Hill, Esq, while walking near
the Fox River bridge had her purse snatched
from her hand by an unknown man, who
made off with its contents
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03
School books at Lorriaux's.

An Ottawa gentleman, who owns two or
three vacant lots in Streator, prefers to pay
taxes in Ottawa rather than StreatOr HE
'acsnt lots referred to are each taxed to the
amount of 1911; nor does he consider them
the best lots in Streator either.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03
States at Lorriaux's.

In the county court this week a second trial
Of Richard J. Fullerton, Of Wallace township,
was held on q charge Of insanity. The trial
WAS long and tedious, but verdict Of insan.
ity was rendered by . jury.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The Ladies' Aid Society of the Episcopsl
church will meet next Thursday afternoon at
the residence Of DR., A. E. Gibbs, on the west
side. Tea at six O'Clock. Gentlemen invited
TO tea.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Mr.. and Mrs ThOs Reedy, warden and ma
iron of the asylum, and county agent Gibson
took Is female insane inmates Of the asylum
to Kankakee on Tuesday last The party
created quite a sensation on the trip, but be.
haved well, and are now located in comfort
able quarters at the Kankakee asylum. Il will
create quite vacancy at the asylum, but their
places will be rapidly filled again by the con.
the county
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

LosT.-0n Tuesday, Dec. 30, pointer dog,
LIVER colored, white spot on his breast, had on
collar and tag. Reward will be paid for his
return TO Paul Zickler.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The Board Of Education has been sued by
Mr.. Eisenhuth for alleged ill-treatment Of his
child by teachers of the North Ottawa school.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The soft weather following Christmas re.
suited in genuine break-up--an old-time
January thaw, On Monday night, the rivers
having risen rapidly, the ice began to move
out about II O'Clock, the Illinois breaking up
first, followed next day by the ice in the Fox
The temporary supports under the Illinois
river bridge stood the attack but short time,
and succumbed In the morning the authori
ties nailed up the bridge to prevent possible
accidents, though the milk carts crossed after
wards at their own risk The bridge is still
open for foot travel, and the c., B. II Q. South
Ottawa station is doing a big milk business
against the time when the props can be put
back or the new structure opened FOR travel
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Mr.. John Flick, for 30 years or more resi-
dent OF this city died on last Saturday after
noon at bis home here. He WAS . member Of
the oath III. Vols. lad member OF the @. A
r. Post Of this city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Supervisor Reed reports large number OF
applications for relief Several new case.
are among the number.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

One Of the handsomest New Years greet
ings comes to us from our old friend, Theo-
Giere, agent of the Jos. Schlitz Brewing Co,
Autograph in silver and browns on deep
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

short session of the Appellate Court was
held yesterday, when an adjournment was or
dered until Thursday next, Jan Sth.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

As soon as the water in the river goes down,
The Illinois river bridge will be sufficiently re-
paired to enable teams to cross again
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The circuit and county courts begin their
January terms on Monday next. There will
be no lack of business.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The merchants are nearly all engaged in
taking account of stock"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Several members of OTTAWA Lodge No. Al
!. 0. o. r., attended the Installation of officer
OF No. lOl, az La Sale, last evening
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Regular meeting Of the city council or
Tuesday eveuinInext.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Good. substantial and desirable boots and
shoes a, reduced prices, at Child & Phipps'
They are closing out their winter goods q
rare bargains
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Child Il Phipps are closing out their winter
stock of boots and shoes at io,c prices
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Hattie A. Naughtin has been commissioner
postmaster at Dana, III.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

bowling alley, which he has purchased, anc
will remove il TO Utica
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The school board have changed Miss Rear
don from the south side to Miss Burgess's
room (resigned) in the school in North Ottawa
and Miss Grace Mayo TO the vacancy in the
South Ottawa schuol
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

The dullest week in the year for business
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Daily memorandum calendars, for 1885.
omething every business man should have,
at hapeman & Grahsm's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

No,o, while the STOCK is large, is the tim, E,
purchase boots and shoes cheap at Child d
Phipps'
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

According 10 the tax books there are only
81 dogs in La Sale!
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

Sherman Leland has r.mnycd biz abstract
Office from the Opers House block 10 rooms
over McMullen's store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03

States at Lorriaux's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-01-03
$500

Buys ) gallon keg Of Pure Old style Sugar.
House Nolassee
RlALk RlALE,
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10

-Capt. ]. R. Brown, president of the Famous Life Association. was in town this week locking after the interests of the association.
 1.-The quilt that takes the blue ribbon is the one made by the hand of Mrs. Harriet Gamhlen of this place, contain ing 5,456 pieces and is called the stingy quilt.
 -The arrival of the new Methodist pastsr Rev. $. :. Key is expected this week, and he Is also exported to occu- py the pulpit at the Methodist church next Sunday.
 -NoTIcE.--Parties wanting fruit trees from my nursery are hereby noti- fled that 1 have returned home and can fill their orders any day.
 SAM BROWN. The November number of the Ar kansas Teacher is the best number yet issued. Like wine, the Teacher. inn proves with age. Success to it's noble editor Prof. Shinn.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
A Remarkable Book.

A remar kable book has recently been issued by the Historical Publishing Company, of Philadelphia and St. Louis, entitled, '"rbe Worlds Won ders." It is history of all the great explorations of the world, and the won derful things seen by the explorers in the Polar and Tropical regions of the earth. The work is by the rising yonng author, Mir. J. w. Buel, whose books have had such remarkable success dur ing the past few years. It has many excellent features, is highly recom- meRded as work of value and interest. and although issued only ten months ago, we learn from the publishers that it has already reached the marvellous circulation of 40 large editions, sur passing the record of any other book ever published in this country. It ia sold by subscription only, and persons desiring employment will find the pub fishers advertisement in another col- umn of thls paper.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
MARRIED.

At the residence of the officiating minister, Rev. !. E. Searcy, at pardan. elle, December 2d, 1885, Nil. F. 5, Weathers and Mrs. M. k. Webb, both of Russsllville.
 The DEMOCRAT wishes Mir. and Mrs. Weathers a joyous passage OCT life's tempestuous sea.
 At the residence of Mir. Brunlcy, in Holly Bend township, November 22d, by A. B. Shinn, J. P, Mir. Fred McEi- roy and Miss Amanda K. H0dege; and MT. John Sledge and Miss Ssllie Hodge. all Of Holly Bend township.
 npover township, Dec. 1st by J. H.. J. P, Rev. J. G. Fields and Miss Rebecca Partain.
 The groom is 65 years old and the bride 17. Immediately after the cere- mony the bridal party lett on visit to friends iii Johnson county.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
A GRAND CHEAP EXCURSION

to the EAST and SOUTHEAST will be run by the CHICKASAW ROUTE, Memphis & Charleston R. R. on
 DECEMBER 21 and P. 1885, RATES LESS THAN ONE FARE FOR ROUND TRIP. REMEMBER to ask for tickets via of the CHICKASAW ROUTE THREE to FIVE hours quick est to Chattanooga and Atlanta and TWELVE hours quickest Io East Ten nessee, and the only line making con- nection at Atlanta from this section with Richmond & Danville train for North and South Carolina points. For rates address l.. J. ELLIS, Gen'l West. Agt., Little Rock, Ark.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
ssLen Gansett,c

In the issue of THE ARKANsAw TRAv- ELER dated December 26th will appear the opening chapters of new serial, by the Editor of THE ARKANsAw TRAv- ELER, entitled "Len Gansett; A Story of Arkansaw Life" The characters in this story are drawn from life and will be presented in the authors hap piest style. The short stories which have long been a feature of THE TRAv- ELER have been widely copied, and "Annie Green," the serial now running in that paper, is a story of absorbing interest. "Len Gansett," is work of wider scope and stronger character than any of the original stories that have yet appeared in THE TRAVELLER and it will doubtless receive hearty welcome from readers offiction through out the country.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
Ghf 9amuqrat.
our Distribution.

On the first page of to-day's paper is the announcement of our next premium distribution to take place December 30, 1885. and to which we call attention of all our subscribers and hope they will read it carefully. This will be the fourth distribution by the DEMOCRAT Printing Co.,, and like the former pop q ular drawings will be fair and impar- tial in every respect.
 Bear in mind this Is no lottery, but division of our profits for the year to those of our subscribers who pay us. and is given as an inducement for all to come in and square up. Tickets are not sold, but given away. Come in and settle up and get your tickets.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
-Anv one wanting anything in th

Any one wanting anything in the Jewelry line would do well to step over to DardaDelle and call on whittlesey. He keeps large stock of fine Watches, Chains. Rings, Pins. Ear-bobs, Lockets, Charms. Gold Pens and everything in the shape of Silverware, and he sells as cheap as they do In Little Rock. Be- sIdes his cheap prices, he will, by way way of an advertisement give ? fine oil Paintings to his customers on Jan. lst, 1, and one is as liable to receive them as another. He has everything you may want in his line, and you can surely find present for all of your friends in his stock. Go and see, don't forget the place, WHrTrLEsEY's, next to Freed's.
 w
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10

WHY WILL YOU cough when Shi- loh's Cure will give immediate relief. Price 10 cts, 50 cts. and $1. Sold by J. W. Wells.
 --Our friend Mir. J. l.. Stevenson is the proprietor of bouncing baby boy. He has several responsibilities" of the opposite sex, but this last arriva! makes him the happiest man in Pope county.
 --Mr. Sam Brown returned Monday evening from his trip to Mississippi. He says times are harder where he vis- tied than here, and great discontent ex- ists among the people. A great many families would move west if they were able.
 Shinn has s0ld 0Uer S5,- 900 w0rth of clothing this season and for The nert 50 days wiH price Me 6alance u wholesale prices.
 That staunch wheeler, Joe Howard of Martin tp., paid the DEMOCRAT office pleasant call Wednesday and confer ed a very substantial favor in continu- ing his relations for another year.
 MT. Jetf Mcalor, who was indicted for fighting before last term of court, but who left the county just before court convened was arrested by the sheriff of Johnson county and returned and taken to Dover by deputy-sherif7 Barnard yesterday.
 Miss Mamie Wright, the special correspondent and solicitor of the Sun ny South, of Atlanta, Ga., was in the city last week in the interest of her de- servedly popular journal. The DEMO- GRAF was honored with call from the fair Atianta-an
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
Death of Mr. w. F. Scott.


 The Modesto, (Cal.) Republican brings the news of the death, in that city, of Walter F. Scott, one of the old residents of the place. MT. Scott had only recently been appointed by the president postmaster at that city and, says the Republican, although his bonds were duly filed and all arrangements about completed he was unable to enter upon the duties of his office. The deceased was a brother of MT. G. S. c. Scott, of this city, and of Mrs. J. R Jones and the late Mrs. B. F. Campbell, of Chicago, and Q nephew of Gen. Geo. w. Jones, of Dubuque. He emigrated from his native state, Arkansas, in 1852 and has since resided in California. A few months ago he had an attack of paralysis from which he never re. covered. He was an honorable, up right man, highly esteemed by all who knew him both in his native and adopted state and the announcement of his death brought sadness to the hearts of his relatives here who have the sympathy of our people in their sad and irreparable loss.
 Walter F. Scott was born at Post of Arkansas, Arkansas Territory, December lst, 1922, and died No yembsr IA, 1885 He was a son Of Judge Andrew Scott, and brother of Hon. John R. H. Scott of Russell vile. He was 6 Lieutenant in Capt. Moffet's company of Arkansas mount ed volunteers and served in the Mex ican war. Was in the battle of Buena Vista and other engagements. Capt. J. L. Shinn, Hugh L. Ham ilton and q few others are surviving members of the cempa- ny. He was County Treasurer of Pope county in 1850 and until he left for California in 1852. He was we'll and favorsbly known in Pope county where he lived from 1928 to 1852, and his death is deeply regret. ted and sincerely mourned.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10

ARE YOU MADE miserable by In- digestion, Constipation, Dizziness. Loss of Appetite, Yellow Skin? Shiloh s vitalizer is q positive cure. Sold by J. w. Wells.
 Christmas is two weeks off and the little fellows are on the tip-toe of cx- pectancy. May no one be disappointed, but find liberal Santa Claus before the holidays are over.
 SHILOH'S CATARRH REMEDY : a positive cure for Catarrh, Diptheria and Canker Mouth. oold by J.W. Wells.
 --Miss Clemmie Holmes began win ter school at New Hope, Dover town ship last Monday morning. Miss Holmes is good teacher and her school will doubtless be a success.
 A NASAL INJECTOR free with each bottle of Shiloh's Catarrh Remedy. Price 50 cents. Sold by J. W. Wells.
 MT. J. c. Mayfield, who has been a resident of this county for several months past, and has made many friends here, returns this week to Franklin county, his former home. Mr. NJ. speaks of returning to this county next spring.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
Bucklen,s Arnica saIye.

THE BEST SALvE in the world for Cuts, Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Sall Rheum, Fever Sores, Tetter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains, 'Corns, and all Skin Eruptions, and positively cures Piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed ts give perfect satisfaction, or money re- funded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by J. w. WELLS. 1y. And w. s. Hinton. Atkins.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
Special Notice.

All persons knowing themselves in- oeDted to me by note or account are hereby notified to come forward and make satisfactory settlement by the loth December, 1885, after that date all accounts will be placed in the hands of an officer tor collection.
 w. T. BLAcKFoRD,
 Scottsville, Ark.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
We Mean What we Say,

All persons having accounts past due at Winn & Winn's are hereby notified to come forward without furthur delay and make satisfactory settlement and save costs of collection.
 2w WYNN & Wtxx
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
SHERRELL, MUNDAY & CO.,, CIGARS
 and
 TOBACCO PENS, INK AND PAPER,
At the Postoffice,
RussELLvILLE. ARK.


 1.-The ladies in charge of the forth coming entertainment for the benefit of the c. F. church request the young folks who have signified their willing ness to assist in the presentation of "Mrs. Jarley's Wax Works" to meet at the residence of Mrs. Mason next Sat- urday evening at o'clock for Instr uc- tion.
 --Mr. J. c. Bonds of Dover township has contributed to our agricultural de- partment sample of sorghum hay grown by him. It presents the appear ance of being excellent forage for stock. Mir. E. says that by planting early enough as many as three or four crops can be gathered off one piece of ground in season. It ought to be sown thick and cut when punching to head. to get the best hay. A sample Is on exhibi- ton at this office.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
Appointments for Appleton Mis-.

The first quarterly meeting will be a Shady Grove, Jan. 9-10, lSS6.
 c. M. LOVE, P. c.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10

There will be concert-prayer meeting at the Baptist Church on Tues day night 22nd. All christians of other denominations are cordially invited.
 S. N. EVANS.
 w. F. WoorEN,
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10

--0ur cream and rose tinted note pa- per and envelops to match Is tue thing for the young folks 2
 Sherreil, Munday & Co.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-12-10
SEEING ST. LOUIS.

And then we ask you again did you ever look at St. Louis until you saw it? Did you ever take it by streets and blocks? Did you ever count the bar-rooms in this town? Did you ever count the beer gardens in this town? Did you ever count the number of men that went in and out of the bar rooms and beer gardens. 1 bring this question square before you. Did you ever count the mum
 Der of soiled doves that curse this city and curse themselves? Oh my God, when we look at these pictures we have to shut our eyes and drop down upon our knees. We say, God deliver us and God speed us." Did you ever count tue billiard ta- bles in this town? Dld you ever count the gambleng hells in this town? Oh, me! No wonder this one writes and that one writes, Jones, God bless you! turn loose your guns and do your best to wake up the