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The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
A Change Demanded in Peru.

LIMA, Dec. 21.-El Commerce. demands
change of all the political authorities,
named by the lgesias government Col
Reiayze, commander of the Iglesais expedi-
tion against Caceres, who was outmaneuvered
10y Caceres and left in the interior, is ap
preaching Lima with his troops Gen
Caceres has gone outside of the city to stop
his advance should his intentions lie hostile
to the existing government
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Between diseases and health is often
brief and fatal. 1t is better to he pros
vidcd with cheap and simple remedies for
such common disorders as coughs. colds,
Nc. than to run the risk of contracting II
fatal disease through neglect. DIR. VIM
Halls Balsam is a sure and safe remedy
for all diseases of the lungs and chest
If taken in season it ia certain to cure,
and may save you from that terrible
disease, consumption. 1t has been known
and used for many years. and it is no ex
aggeration to say that 1t is the best remedy
in the world for coughs, &c.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Mr.. ED1Tog- Many of your reader

MIR. EDIToR- Many of your leaders
may be benefited by the knowledge Of
such an excellent remedy as DR. Jones
Red Glover Tonic. which produces the
most favorable results IN disorders OF The
liver. stomach and kidneys. and is a valu
able remedy in dyspepsia; also. debility
arising from malaria or other causes. 1t
is a perfect tonic, appetizer, blood puri>
fer, and sure cure for ague Price so
cents
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
A Daughters Misery.

Eleven years our daughter suffered on
Il bed of misery.
"fiom complication of kidney, liver.
rheumatism trouble and III rvnua debility.
Under the care of the hest ply sicians,
"Wlo gave her disease various names,
But no relief.
And now she is restored 10 us in
good health by as simple remedy as Hop
Hitters, that we had summed for years
b, fore using it" TUE PARENTS.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Decided steps ought to be taken to cure
u cold or cough at once. We should rec
DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup. This
valuable medicine is Endorsed by physi-
Clans and you can rely on its doing the
work every time
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Death of stenhen n.r,.r Go,o,

LIVERPOOL, Dec 21-Mr. Stephen Barker
Guion, the head of the Guion line of steam
ships, died here suddenly at 10 O'Clock
Death was caused by apoplexy.
Mf. Guion was a native of America, and
was III the d5th year of his age. He had
not been in good health for the past few
weeks, yet no serious consequences were an
ticipated He died at his residence in this
aitxr
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

time and lui saying they are worse than when
they began; know il is disrousaging in lhrse old
chronic diseases, used to think WAS no better,
bht my husband won encourage me by sayins
ne knew was better, so | followed directions
closely and took my mediC!n. regularly: now 1
can see and ENJOY the benefits of perseverance
some Fay ii costs go much my rst bill was al IS
AN II grew less every time until ii wrs only Is
cents; We don't brgrudge the money pnid out
considering what benefits we hRyo received: any
person wishing TO enquire further into the matter
Will Gull on or address me.
Yours respectful
MRS. L. T.. PEnDICORu
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Paving Ten Cents on the Dollar

HIGHLAND, Ills, Dec. 2l.-The assignee.
of the defunct Highland bank began dis
tribnting the assets of the same Friday by
paying ~ cents On the dollar A general
rush was made by citizens and farmers and
some bitter words were spoken, but all
seemed glad to get even so small per-
centum of their investments. About SIS, 900
viii be distributed in this CITY.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

If when you call for Hop Ditters lsee green ctus-
ter o. TOPS on he tChite tdtiD the dfugsi-l hands
ont any stun called G.. D. Warmers German Hop
has taken your money for the stun ndict him for
the fraud aud sue him for the damages for the
swindlr and we will rev I'd you literally for the
conviction
See U. s. Court njunct on against C. D. Wal
ner, Reading, Michigan, and all his statesmen,
agents, druggists, and other mitators
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Ordination at st. Joseph's Seminary.

TROY, n. ". Dec. 2l.--The annual ordi
nation at st. Joseph's seminary took place
Saturday morning, The ceremonies legan
at $ O'Clock and occupied the entire morn
ing. Archbishop Corrgan, of New York,
for the first time since his elevation to the
dignity of the archbishopric pontiGcatel in
this city He conducted the ordination OF
nineteen priests, six deacons, nineteen sub
deacons and twenty.one in the minor orders
OF porter, hector, exorcist acolyte and six
tuseurs. Bishop McQuade will also ordain
one priest at Rochester
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Railroad Accident Near Toledo.

TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec 2l,-An incoming
tain On the Toledo q Ann Arbor railroad
left the track at Alexis, five miles out, Fri
Jay night, on account of an open switch
The engine, baggage-car, and coach were
:omewhat damaged and the passengers
shaken up but no one was seriously niured
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Preachers and teachers.

Why will you suffer with sore throat,
a cough or exhausted vocal organs, when
you can obtain relief and comfort, by the
use of DR.. n. Stones Bronchial Waters,
Pure, pleasant, safe and sure. Throw
prejudice aside, and try them. Sample
free. Address, Stone Medicine Co,
Quincy, III.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
A CARD,

To all who are suffering from the errors
and indiscretions of youth, nervous weak
ness, early decay, loss of manhood, &c.
l will send a recipe that will cure you,
FREE OF CHARGE This great remedy
wn- discovered by a missionary in south
America. Send a self addressed envelope
to the REV. JOSEPH T. INMAN, Station d
New York CITY.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
CORNELL III, livingston County, ,
May ~, tss5

NHy
Mrs DR krCE-My Dear Doctor: 1 received
the box Of medicine sou sent me and also your in
structions; | have been feeling quite well for
than was lat spring; then was sick about half
the time; now have not been sick day this
spring; have . more of those crampins paius
with my stomach winch had for many years
My headaches are all gone; my female troubles
are cnred, with none of those severe pains And
the ovarian tumOr IL fast disappearing. In fact
feel like new woman and | am thankful for
all you have done for ne, aud would most con
scicntouely adv all my affi cted friends to en-
ploy you. ours truly,
Mas. A. CURYEA.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Poison

had produced great hole in my back and chest,
and rad removed all the hHiI of nv hrHh. Sot
beganto improve III "a week : time. and the sores
began heal, aud we've entirety gone inside OF
eight weeks WILL JONES.
Porter mon Pass Depot.
Cisco, Texas, July H. 1850,
Treatise on Hont and Skin Dice tses mailed free
The SWIFT SPECIFIC 60 brave J, Ati,.n,n,
Ga, No. IS. W .3a at, n. y
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Il suffered more than year with in :
digestion; was very bilious; had dumb
chills, followed by fevers. which prostra>
ted me. l took Simmons Liver Regula~
tor and am satisfied that ii is all that it
is recommended for Indigestion and bill
ious complaints, for mine was certainly
a stubborn case. Many of my friends
speak of it, and they all agree that it
possesses all the virtues claimed for it
"A. ii. Hightower, Conductor C. II. Il,
Ga"
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
The greatest foe of America pee

The greatest foe of America people i.
Its victims number many
thousands each year. Physicians and
druggists have at last found a remedy
which they feel justified IN Recommend
ing. This is DR.. Bigelows Cure, which
cures consumption in stages that other
are of no benefit. 1t cures
coughs. colds, and all throat and lung
diseases speedily and safely. Price
cents and 81, of druggists.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
An Enterprisjng, Reliable
HuuSe.

Hartz IL Bahnsen can always I've relied
upon. not only to carry in stock the best
of every thing, hut to secure the Agency
for such articles as have well known mer
it, and are popular with the people.
thereby sustaining the reputation of being
always enterprisng. and ever reliable:
Having secured the Agency for the ccle-
brated DR.. Kings New Discovery for
Consumption, will sell it on positive
guaranteer 1t will surely cure any and
every affection of Throat, Lungs. and
Chest, and to show our confidence, We
invite you to call and get Trial Bottle
Free
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Rucklen's Arnica Salve.

Tue greatest medical wonder OF The world
Warranted to speedily cure burns. bruises,
Gus. ulcers. salt rheum. fever sores. can
ce15 piles, chilblains, CORES, letter, chap
pechands, and all skinfru ptions, guaran-
tee to cure in eveSy instance, or money
refeded. 25 cepsper box For sale by
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

The best on earth can truly be said of
Grigg's Glycerine Salve. which is sure
safe and speedy cure for cuts, bruises.
scalds, burns wounds and all other sores.
VIII positively cure piles, letter and all
skin eruption. Try this wonder healer
Satisfaction guaranteed or money refund
ed. Only 20 cents. Sold by druggists.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
SINGER MACHINE WORKS CLOSED


New YORK, Dee. 81 Three thousand
five hundred men are thrown ont ~ eMpu,
nient by the closing of the SiugeI sewing
machine work, ut Elizabeth, n / Tho
trouble was caused by the city leSyins on
property Of the company for ..,,ono due for
taxes The city owes the company 81 so,
200 advanced on "A call lo-n, AMI TIN. latter
can not reyer it.
An indignation meeting was held Friday
night hy about = uO of the workrnen A
committee of fifty was appointed t" call On
President Mckon4i and as, that the fac
tory be opened again. There was much ax-
element in the city, and threats were made
to wreck the city treasrrpr's housa
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
From a Prominent Society Lady
of Quincy, III.
Corner Fourteenth and York streets,

corner Fourteenth and YORK streets
Quincy, III, October :, 1885.
TO the Public--I was great sn ilcrer from the
worst chronic catarrh for over fifteen years, hav-
lost the sense of smell and being compelled to use
xix - ten pocket handl erchiefs III single day
while my breath was SO offensive could not 20 in
10 society; and suffered with the most severe
headaches, having sick headaches often. This ca
tntrh finally Affected my lungs very badly. that
eonghed and raised great quantities Of yellow
mnter and had pains IN my lungs, and was SO thin
in Iiesh aud so weak could hardly walk cioss the
floor; my face was covered with ugly brown blot
ches and had great misery in my back; in fact. |
was neatly dead when | was placed under Mrs.
DIR. keck's treatment. Although my husband did
not believe it would benefit me, / had confidence
and followed her directions and she cured me of
the above troubles and the cure Is permanent, for
have beer wen for three wears and have not ta-
ken any medicine In that time. But, in order to
accomplish this | took her medicines for many
months and before began 10 feel better | felt
much worse. she told me would do, my Qnln-
Gy friends all know TIL. is trup, and they are now
asIonisAed thai AN 30 streng and wrl for now
expose myself to AL kinis of weather without any
return of the CAtaIfh Any one WI q doubts this
can write me, Mis- FRANK WEBBER.
at her Medical lntirmary. Davenport,
Gil Brady ST., December "a. where
To see the afflicted
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Liquid fuel is exciting much attention
in England. With view to its use the
Russian Black Sea Navigation company
IS building large fleet of tank steamers
to import petroleum in bulk.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
NKVER GIVE UP.

Ii you are troubled with nervous or sick
headache. do not give your case up as in,
durable until You have tried DR.. Lesle's
Special Prescription. See the tes,imou>
ials in another column
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

PE-oTCN, Champaign Comfy. II be-,
August 4, ISIS,
To THE PUBLIC; with to state that in the sun
mer OF 1852, WIS treated by Mis-, DR.. keck for
consumption and was cured sound and well My
treatment occupied about eight months. Sine 6
nay recovery | have become very rugged and
strong, and now enjoy good heolth.
Respectfully, ANNA ADAIH.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Miss Smith, wealthy old lady who
died recently at Chapel Hill, n c.. be-
uueaihed 100 acres of land and Sl25 in
cash to each of six of Der old slaves who
avg now iiYinp.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
PEnDICORD


"AhstiLLf-, ilI- otl * 800
Dear Madam II il ROW over two years since yol
cured me- of sick headaches which had n humble r
Of years also had pains in my back and between
my shoulders; still feel well and hearty, weigh
ing more than ever in my life, for which | feel
very grateful to You and wish you all success;
any person doubling this will please address me.
Yours with respect,
MRS L. Il. pEDbICOlID
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Paper Is manufactured in Tonquin
chiefly out of ke-yioh. or paper tree,
which grows abundantly on the noun
tains in the environs of Sontay.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

SACRAMENTO, Cal, Dec 81. "A citizens
anti-Chinese association was organized here
Friday night with a large membership
Its object is the fuptherance of legislation
to rid California of thu Chinese
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

MAEsEuLEs, Ill, Dec III, lsSa
Mas. bH ktCK l feel il my duty To you and
To those suffering. a. did, To let them know how
You cured me; for over ten years | had been
troubled with the worst kind of sick headaches !;
my head nearly bursting and having to yolnt;
VIVA threw mp was very bitter; tn was the
" relief could get; the last wear before began
Your Treatment. was troubled with severe pains
between my shoulders and the small OF my back
had great many different doctors without
cess; my husband persuaded me 10 place myself
under your care, which did the Eth day of May
lss., il has nov been over one year since bad Il
spell OF sick headache; had severe pains ou the
top of my head; II was sore from pain. thu IL all
gone. and am moi troubled with my shoulder or
back any more can ride long distance enjoy II
good day, and return home feeling none the worse
a thing could not do for seNctal years.
some get discouraged after dociOring short
See the Doctor, FREE OF CHARGE
Nj" The Doctor returns To her Intirmary
she will he ulpa Sr
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

We sell Athlophoros, and think it the
best remedy for rheumatism we have in
the market" David. Bro. Il Co, drug
gists, of Clayton. Illinois. writes. and
their good opinion of the remedy's merits
ia confirmed by hundreds of Others iu The
trade.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

An octogenarian attendant at the res
cent English Church congress said that he
had only heard one sermon against war in
all his life.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

LONDON, Dec ala dispatch from Der
lin to The Standard says that the sultan Of
turkey has appointed Prince Alexander
sovernor for life over Eastern Rou.aslia
with the rights of succession,
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

The bottle of Ely's Cream Balm that
obtained of you last summer has entirely
cured my little boy of a severe attack of
catarrh-Mrs Sallie Davis, Gresn Pest
office. Ala.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Have used Tongaline in case of fac; al
neuralgia. and it proved u success. Can
not be recommended too highly. s. F.
Hughes NJ. d, Buckner, Ark.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
MRS. DR.. KECk'S INFIRMARY

Corner Sixth and Brady SITS, DAVENPORT 10
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

A mass of granite, 100000 tons in
weight, was displaced by single blast
not long since on the Iron Mountain rails
road in Missouri
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

20, my backw The man ydth weak
back. sore leins, has kidpaey disease,
which Hunts Kidney anSss Liverl REM
edy always cures.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

The 'Favorite Prescription" of Dr.
Pierce cures female weakness" and kin
dred affections By druggists.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

In England there are now upwards of
80, 900 blind persons The proportion OF
blind people to the population Of all Eu'
ropean nations bears very neatly the
same Ja,iD-1 in | 600
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

The Kit Kat is a New York sketch
club with a membership equal to that of
Ali Baba s band of thieves
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Sixty vessels. worth, S1,O16, 200, have
been lost on the lakes this year,
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Ca=es of
SIC X
DR.. lESLIE'S

Headache are permanently cured every year
the hundreds of I, ~tmonials Ia my pose, sion "
testifYl hy The use of
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
Advertising Chsate.!,

at has become so common to begin an
article, in an elegant. interesting style,
Then run it into some advertisement,
that We avoid all such.
"Apd simply call at,en lion to the
merits of Hop Bitters in as plain, homes,
term MS possible.
"To induce people
ITO give them one trial, which so
proves their value that they will never
use anything else"
The remedy so favorably noticed in a n
papers,
Religious and secular, is
Having large sale, and .snpplanting
all other medicines.
There is no denying the virtues of the
Hop plant, and the proprietors of Hop
Bitt1s have shown great shrewdness and
ability
'ln compromising n medicine whose
virtues are so palpable /" every ones OBJ
servatiun.'
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Naples has now plenty of excellent
W alter.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

The present population, of Rome, BY
new census, is 33I 900
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

is a superior substitute. and its use is
positively beue fetal to health
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

A home for weary wom NOR, eow
York idea. NV
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

The population of Paris is said to be
increasing at the rate of 30 per 900.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

One of my children, girl about nine
years old had very bad discharge from
her head and nose of thick. yellowsh
matter and was growing worse. We had
two different physicians prescribe for
her. but without benefit. We tried Ely S
Cream Balm. and much to our surprise in
three days there was a marked improve
ment, We continued using the Balm
and in short time the discharge was
apparently cured-O. A. Cary, Corning,
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

Consultations and Examinations FeeChronc Diseases speties
Deafness Throat Lung Troubles Diseases
Kidneys and all Female Complaints
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

The ing
could be tiven,t Space Permit
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21
LETTERS TO SANTA CLAUS.


Once Addressed to Kris Krin,ste.
WASHINGTON CRY, Dec "l.--k.very year
al ont thu, time a number of letters are re.
ceivcd at the dead -ieti2g ltfiCe addressed to
Santa Claus, ali fer several Years a gentle
nan of this city who l.. famous for his ben
evidence appeared IT, claim them, and an in
tervicw with reporter of The star gave
some interesting anecdotes and some anus
ing extracts from this correspond
ence. Said he: One letter | re
ceived | sent to Miss Cleveland 1t
cam, all the way from Princeton, His
kept note of it. 1t began; Mamma say,i
you are poor this year and can not make
many presents. | would like a new white
apron and IA new book And Sue closes het
letter in this way; Dear Santa Claui. You
most always forget mamma | heard hei
say once she liked nice books better than
anything else. | wish il you are not too
poor you would bring her nice one. !
will send this to the town whore the ptesi.
dent lives l think you will get it When
you start ont III your sleigh you will find
my stocking at Princeton, His, with the
name of Anne - on it.
"A little girl living in Garwin, Tama
county, Iowa, writes; Dear Mr.. Kris
krinkle OF Santa Clause; l am poor little
girl 5 Years old and heard that you send
girls Christmas presents when they are good
| try to be good | wash the dishes and take
care of the baby. My pap has to work i'll
the DAYS and | 20 to school when my
mother can let ma Oh, how glad l would
be to get one of your presents, PRONE
"A littlo girl named Fannie writes: 4
would like ittis bureau very much live
in Appleton, Wis"
Santa Claus answer them all by sending
y Christmas cara and Il short letter, contain
ins some good advi,e
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-12-21

During the last twelve months Mr.. G.
Muller has received for his orphan homes
at Ashley Down. Bristol, England, I'm
answer to prayer, nearly S2OS. 900.
Echo de l'ouest. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1883-1929, 1885-08-05

les prands ormes. nrAs dun petit
lao. oui est auiourd,hui IN has
fond s,r il rue Sa;nta. Catherine.
81 arriAre de Ia prison des femmes.
en- arretant = son cnemln az vi.
age uss lroquois' sur - piateau
|qu eleve e vliie de ean =,
Daptlsts - ieul a~ecrlvalt, 9 81 y
ye1lI6s. ce beau panorama ia riyie-
Echo de l'ouest. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1883-1929, 1885-08-05

par I'M de ses amis, il ma pu Sc
rendre q Invitation, faute dun
costume convenable pour s'y pre-
.senter. II q do faire pour yivre
une vente de quelques debris qui
lui restaient de son ancienne splen-
deur. Un tableau qui lui await etc
.donn6 par l'empereur Napoleon
III ct auquel il tenait beaucoup q
6t6 vendu 1900 fr. Mails cette
somme . bien vite disparu pour les
besoins journaliers ct pour le pave
ment DIES dettes criardes.
sCelui qui q etc un moment la
t6te de Ia plus belle arm6A fran
caise ct qui, sill await voulu user
des capacities militaires
que Ia nature lui await departies,
etlt pu sauver son pays, ct, grace B
la v%iotoire, deyenir Pun DIES plus
grands citoyens de France, languit
a%ujourd'hui m6pris6 ct miserable
ct, ne doit desirer qu'une chose la
mort ct l'oubli.
Juste retour DIES chooses d'ici-has.