davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

CITY OFFICERS.
Mayor, Andrew Harshaw.
Recorder, John S. McVicar.
Treasurer. Sylvester Westrope.
Comptroller, James u. Turnbull.
Justices of Peace, Charles D'Aigle, Alex X. Nc
Donald, and Charles Cook,
CITY Attorney, Judson Holmes.
City MARSHAL, Patrick Gibbons.
chief Engineer Fire Dept, Albert Power.
CITY Physician DIR. Dunlop.
HARDER Master, Casper Alpern.
CITY Surveyor VIM. eiirre.
Pound Master, James Il. Denton.
Board of Health, d. w. Comstock, JAS. j. Potter
Donald McRac
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Crowell's camp, at Hubbard Lake,
broke up last week, as the logs roads
had given way under the influence
Of the thaw. The amount banked is
100000.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

have been bothered with catarrh for
about twenty years. had lost my smell
entirely for the last fifteen years, and
had almost lost my hearing. My eyes
were getting so dim had to get sonic one
to thread my needle. Now l have my
hearing as well as ever had, and l can
see to thread as fine needle as ever did
and my smell is partly restored. and II
seems to be improving all the time. /
think there Is nothing like Ely's Cream
Balm for Catarrh-Mrs. e. E. Grimes, 81
Valley St, Rcndrill, Perry Co., Ohio.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

1t is reported that the steamer City
of Mackinac will be placed on the
route between Detroit and Cleveland
until the new steamer City of Cleve-
land is ready, and then the steamer
will return to her route between De-
troit, 'Alpena and St. Ignace.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
Alpena & Black River Passenger ant
Freight Line.

Freight and passengers between Alpend
and Black River carried as low ms thu
lowest, and good accommodations to pas
sengcrs guaranteed. Freight brought
promptly.
TRUMAN SMITH,
Black River
G. +. SMITH. Agent, Alpena. 749m3.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

VALUABLE FARM ron sALE.-situated in town.
ship of Long Rapids, Alpena county, Mich, con-
tanning about 200 acres Of good land 80 acres under
cultivation. Good buildings. good orchard. good
water, and convenient TO schools and churches.
Land will be divided 10 suit purchasers, IL necessa-
ny. For particulars call on undersigned. on the
premises, OF address,
w. HALL,
IN Long Rapids
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

L. A. Furbush, with three teams,
brought over seventeen tons of iron
from Black River to this city. last
week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

destruction. Papers found on him
indicated that he had served from
1866 to 1869 in the U. S. service un-
der the name of Fred Meyer. A ver-
diet of death by hanging was render
ed.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The score was thus 81 for each side
and the tie will be shot off at some
future day.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The race that was to have taken
place between Little Mike and Frank
Haggerty,. of Bay City. at the rink,
this week, has been declared of, Hag.
rerty refusing TO come here.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Captain Robinson, formerly of the
steamer Metropolis, has been trans
ferred TO the new steamer Darius
Cole, which boat will run on the river
St. Clair route.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Why throw away 40 much hard-earncd
money trying worthless medicines, when
for 80 cents remedy can be procured
that will cure coughs, colds, sore lungs
and Group? Give IL Il trial. Adamson's
Balsam will do II. Trial bottles 10 cents.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The concluding race for boys takes
place at the roller rink next Saturday
afternoon. Matt Russell and Ed.
Davis have each won heat.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The funeral of Jos. ii. Wyman took
place Thursday last. The deceased
died the day previously. He leaves
a wife and four children.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

w. H. Phelps finished driving the
spiles for the Second street butment
of the new steel bridge, last Saturday
and the workmen are now at work
laying the stonework.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The Mason Lumber Co. camp, run
by Mercer, broke up last week. The
amount banked is nearly 100000
feet.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The regular meeting of Lockwood
Relief Corps takes place at the G. A..
r. post room, on Friday evening of
this week. at the usual hour.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Persons desiring to borrow money,
on real estate security, should call on
J. B. Newton.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Those who are interested in a rail
road to this city, can best show such
interest by helping to raise the bonus.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The little daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
F. G. Holmes was buried last Satur
day. Aged one year.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

For election tickets and election
slips, call at the ARGUS office. Or
ders filled on short notice.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The baths in the Alpena hospital
will be ready this week if no mishap
occurs. Hot and cold water and
shower baths can then be obtained, by
those who desire.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
Pine Lands for Sale.

800 acres OF choice pine lands adjacent
to Thunder Bay river, for sale. Apply 10
Walker & Brown, Mcdonald block, Al
mona
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

G. A. Shannon has purchased the
residence near Trinity church, on
Washington avenue, from J. H. Cra-
bic.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Lemuel Wellman was made happy
last Friday by a present from Mrs.
Wellman of fine twelve pound boy.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

G. III. Warren, who has been on a
trip to the eastern markets for stock
of spring goods, returned home last
Saturday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

G. Love has opened restaurant in
the building on Dock street formerly
occupied by Albert Frost.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Jas. L. Person rejoices over the
possession of bouncing boy. Ar
rived last Thursday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

senator, 2ith district, Charles X. Henry.
District consists of the counties OF Alpena, Aleo'
IA, lOsco. Ogemaw and Oscoda.
Population of district in 1881 was 32,SSo.
Represent ativc, Alpena district, James A. Case.
District consists of Alpena, Montmorency and
Otsego counties
Population of district in 1884 was l741O.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

At Graham's camp, on Upper
South, about 100000 feet of logs
have been banked.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

At McCallum's camp, on Grand
Lake, 100000 feet of logs have
been banked.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

For watches. cloaks, jewelry, plated
ware 60 to G. H. Reynolds, on Second
street.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Don't give your order to agents for
large work before seeing Nicholson Il
Slaght.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Go to Bostwick's drug store for
homeopathic medicines, as he has a
full assortment.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Captain Persons of the Thunder
Bay Island life saving station, has
been obliged again to return to
town for medical treatment.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

A few steady boarders wanted. Good
comfortable rooms, apply to Mrs. Fensom,
corner of Washington avenue and Third
street.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

With X years experience in the
Photograph business, we can guaran-
tee our work to be equal to the best.
NICHOLSON az SLAGHT.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
SUPREME COURT,

Term Expires
Thomas NJ C,,oiay, Ann Arbor, Dec. 81, 1SS;
ASSOCIATE JUSTICES. -
james V. Campbell Detroit, Dec. 81, lSsl
Thomas NJ. Sherwood, Kalamazoo, Dec. 81 lSs.
John w. Champlin, Grand Rapids, Dec. 81 1871
The Judges are elected by the people, and hold
Office eight years. Salary, $4,000 per year. Clerb
of supreme Court is Charles G. Hopkins; salary
rs, 900 per year.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The Five Orphans Band closed up
the regular dancing season, by ball
at the German hall, last night.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

If you desire to enjoy Il fragrant
cigar, buy J. l.. Can not be ex.
celled.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Pure drugs and medicines, and all
the best and leading patent medicines
now manufactured, always on hand
at Bostwick's, sign Of the red mcrtar.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Pocket cutlery of the very best,
and an assortment to suit all, at Bost-
wick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

TOWNSHIPS.
Alpena-L. T.. Soper supervisor; Conrad Vessel,
clerk, Walter Gavagan. treasurer, ana John hens-
berry, highway commissioner.
Maple Ridge-James Shelley, supervisor; Pat
rick Clarke, clerk Joseph 'unmore, treasurer
Wesley Hinton, highway commissioner.
Long Rapids Andrew II. Gafney, supervisor
James Ihwaites, clerk; Alnnzo Mcbride, treasurer
and Cherries Heating highway commissioner
wilson-Charies ~. Wise, supervisorr George
@. Heron. clerk; Edward Snyder, treasurer, and
Solomon King, highway commissioner.
Green-John u. Kelly, supervisor Levi Richard
spn clerk Alfred Miller, treasurer, and Henry
Turner, highway commissioner.
os. 'neke-Ezekiel Geror, supervisor; Err ~ Toll
and. eI V; N. L. Dyer treasurer, ana o. W. oto'
eli bighwav commissioner.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Bostwick's drug store is headquar.
tiers for Humphreys and Boesick &
Tapel's homeopathic medicines.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

A fire alarm was sounded at noon
last Thursday. The wooden building
on Water street, next to the old
Pioneer building, was on fire, in the
roof, where the tin chimney comes
through the roof Hose Co. No. one
was promptly on hand and soon put
out the fire. Fire has caught at that
place before, and the authorities should
see that the owner Of the property
fixes the chimney in a proper manner.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Captain Mckenzie, of the Middle
Island life saving station, was in town
last week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Miss Maltz and Miss Beach gave a
select party at the Opera House, on
Monday night last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

A full line Of Humphreys hsmao-
pathic remedies at Bostwick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

"That is fragrant cigar you are
smoking; where did you get it?''
"Oh, that's j. L."
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

FoR sALE.-House and lot Washington ave.
nue.. House roomy and well located Enquire at
ARGUS office
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
PRESBYTERIAN Social.

The musical social given by the
choir of the Presbyterian church, las
Thursday evening, at the church O
the society on Washington avenue
was well attended. The following
program was rendered in a manner
that gave much pleasure to those
present:
Anthem,
Choir.
Smack in School, recitation,
DIR. Dunlop
May Morn, chorus,
Rock Of Ages, quartet
Mrs. Dunlop, Mrs. Rice, +. A. Macdonald and
DIR. Dunlop.
Mrs. Thompson.
Village Bells, quartet,
Duet Norma,
Mrs. Rice and Mrs. Thompson.
Forest Echoes, chorus with obiigato duet.
How we Hunted Mouse, recitation,
DIR. Dunlop.
Love Of Christ, anthem chorus,
Choir.
Will ye no come back again, Scotch song.
Dr. Dunlop.
Return of the Birds, solo. duet and chorus,
Mrs. Thompson, Miss Jones and Choir
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
Club List.

Parties desiring to save money can
take advantage of the following club
list at this Office, for journals for
1896.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

S. Arms, of the Montmorency In.
dex, was in town Saturday last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

A. w. Comstock is viewing the
sights on the Pacific coast.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
I. 0. O. E.

Alpena Lodge No. 10, I. o. o f., meets at ODD
Fellows hall, Centennial Block, every Tuesda,
~ '''' JJ. KNEALE N. O.
G. LISTz, see'y.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

40 ACRES oFLANn

On Long Lake. miles from Alpens. for sale or ex-
change for city property. Enquire Of III. @. Beach.
or at this Office. 72i
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Meeting of the Common Council
next Monday evening, at the Council
room.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

All colors in tissue paper for max
ing flowers, at Geo. II. Warren's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
surnEMr oouur OF THE UNITED STATES.
Michigan congressman.


THE SENATE.
Omar ID. Conger, term expires 1887
Thomas w. Palmer, term expires 1889.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE
William @. Maybury, Detroit.
Nathan Il. Eldridge, Adrian.
+James U'Donnell, jackson.
sJulius G. Burrows, Kalamazoo
8 Charles c. Comstock Grand Rapids.
Edwin ID. Wlnans, Hamburg.
Ezra @. Carlton, Port Huron.
Timothy Il. rarsney, East Saginaw
'Byron NJ. Cucheon, Manistee.
10 Spencer o. Fisher, West Bay City,
fl s5eth G. Aiotfatt Grand Traverse.
Those marked are Republicans.
40th coNGREss.
Tho Senate consists of 10 Republicans, % Demo
Gratis, and Re-adjusters.
House of Representatives consists OF Isl Demo
Gratis, I40 Republicans and Greenbacker.
Number of Representatives, 325.
The salaries of Senators and Representatives are
$1,000 each por annum, with sl25 allowance for sta
tionery and 20 cents milage.
The Senators hold office for six years and the
Representatives for two years
The counties composing the Tenth congressional
dis rict are follows: Alpena, Alcon :, Bay, Clare
Crawford, Chebpygan, Emmett, Gladwin, losco,
Montmorency, Otsego, Ogemaw, Pressure Isle, Ros-
common and Tuscoa.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Conductor Mcleod. of the Alger
railroad, was in town Sunday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

FoR SALE.-Good lot on Washington avenue.
Enquire at the Aaous Office
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Albert Pack is attending tho U. S,
court at Detroit, as one of the jurors.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Paints, oils, varnishes, brushes, etc.
all superior quality, at Bostwick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
COMMON nnuNcIL.

Aldermen-S. a. l.. Warner, Chas. l.. kimban
Daniel Cunning, Joseph U. DAigle, Alexander
Campbell and Joseph Daoust.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Sec the "ads" of Klock, Donnelly
& Co., and Albert Frost, on next
page.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Lockwood Relief Corps extends its
hearty thanks to all who assisted in
the allegorical entertainment given
at the Opera House, its grand sue.
cess being largely due to the able as
sistance of the veterans of Lockwood
Post G. A. r.
Mrs. JENNIE WHEELER,
MRS. CLY S. MAIDEN,
Mrs. SARAH E. FIELD.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

If you want to buy house and
lot cheap. a city lot, or a farm, call
at the ARGUS office for particulars.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
A BARGAIN.
BIG HARGAl

40 acre farm five miles from city, Tor salo cheap.
Enquire at ARGUS Office. 753
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

E. Johnson has returned to town
after three months residence in the
land of saw logs.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

j. II. Bostwick started last Monday
OH trip east, and will return in a
few weeks.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

AT Treaster's camp, Long Lake,
100000 feet of logs have been bank
ed.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

A. M. Henry, the legal representa-
tive of the Alger railroad, left town
Saturday last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
noARp OF EDUCATION


BOAND OF EDUCAIIUNs
Fe. Dewey, Geo. L. Maltz, Hugh Meilen, Ben
iamin wAgoner, David Bruno, and Joseph hacette'
Population Of city in 1884 was 9,2io.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
PERSONALS.

w. ID. Hitchcock is at Washington
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

IL smoke the j. L. cigar" is the
remark often heard.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
COUNTY OFFICERS.

COUNTY OFFICERS.
sherif-James y, Denton
Under Sherlff-Chas Lynch.
Clerk-M O'Brien.
treasurer Andrew j. SIMMONS
Prosecuting Atorney-Lemuel q. Dafoe.
Register OF Deeds-John Kelly.
Jud0e a Proba.e-Geo. 8. Lester.
Circ1it Court Commissioner Charles D'Aiglc
Surveyor William Mirre.
Coroners-Petor Owens aud Lewis :. Partridge.
BOARD OF SCHOOL EXAMINES.
rs Dewey. Chairman +. L. Little Secretary
A. Il. Mcdonald.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Give us your orders for crayon pic
lures.
NICHOLSON e. SLAGHT.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Salt fish: Herring, $1.75 to $3.50
trout, $500 to $500; white fish, $3.50
to $500.
ALPENA FISH Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Blu bAHUAIN.
House and lot on Second street for sale. Enquire
at ARGUS office.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Mrs. c. B. Greedy returned home
last week, from visit to her sister,
at Detroit.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Meeting of the Board of Education
tonight, at the Recorders office.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
United states Government.
PRESIDENT.
tophen Grover Cleveland. Salary, $50, coo.
Tue CABINET.

THE CABINET.
Secretary OF State, Thomas L. Bayard, OF Dela're.
Secretary of Treasury, Daniel Manning, of N. Y.
Secretary Of War, VIM, +. Endicott, of Mass.
Secretary OF Navy, VIM. G. Whitney, OF n. Y.
Postmaster General, VIM. T. Villas, OF Wisconsin.
Attorney General, A. II. Garland. of Arkansas.
Salary of each, 5000
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

BnABD or SUPERVISORS.
!, BENJAMIN Il. Young, from LIST Ward.
John 0ovrov, from ID Ward.
Angus G. MoDounld, from Ord ward.
lanes D. Turnbuli, from Alpenn city.
Toretto p. Soper from Alpcna township:
Jamee shelley. from Maple Ridge township.
xndrevv ri GafFnev from Long Rapids township.
John ri. Kelly, from Green township.
Charles r. Wise from Wilson township.
Ezekiel Geror, from Ossinokc township.
Population OF county in 1884, 12,7i'.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Ask your grocer for the Rose Bud
Wafer Cracker. They are the best.
and don't you have anything else.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Fine toilet soaps a specially at
Bostwick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

About 100000 feet of logs hav
been banked at Rayburn's camps.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The j. l.. cigar is the best in the
market.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The public is cordially invited to
visit our gallery and inspect our work,
NICHOLSON q SLAGnT.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

The ice in Thunder Bay is not very
extensive this morning.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Daylight gains eighteen minutes
during next week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Good girl wanted to do homework.
Apply at ARGUS office.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Dance at Sherman House last Mon.
day night.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10
OUR TELEPHONE.

Lent commences to-day.
To-day is Ash "Wednesday.
NY. Sc Store, opposite Post Office
Next Sunday is the first Sunday in
Lent.
Dance at Sherman House last Mon.
day night.
Daylight gains eighteen minutes
during next week.
The ice in Thunder Bay is not very
extensive this morning.
Good girl wanted to do housework.
Apply at ARGUS Office.
The j. L. cigar is the best in the
market.
Meeting of the Board of Education
tonight, at the Recorders office.
About 100000 feet of logs have
been banked at Rayburn's camps.
Fine toilet soaps a specially at
Bostwick's.
III II L.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

W. HALL,
Long Rapids
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

Next Sunday is the first Sunday in
Lent.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1886-03-10

NY. Sc Store, opposite Post Off,
The National tribune., 1886-11-25
The Lady in the Blue Bonnet.
lSda Francisco Chronicle

guess young Jones will get on. He's in an
Office on California street, or somewhere there
abouts He's careless and had made so many
mistakes that he knew the one he made
last would be fatal. lie went back from lunch
the other day and a fellow-clerk met him on
the stairs.
You'll get IL, Jones The old mans just
boiling and he's been calling for you for the
last ID minutes"
Jones stepped on the landing and cogitated
He must head of the old man somehow. He
ran down stairs and up the street as bard as he
could 90 10 florists. There he purchased n
little l5-cent boutonniere, and marched gaily
back.
"Mr. Jones!" came In a loud tone from the
private Office as he entered.
YES, SIR" and he deposited his hat, hid the
flower in his coat, walked into the private
Office and closed the door carefully.
"Mr. Jones have frequently
al beg your pardon, sir; but have private
message for you"
Mr.. Jones, you've been--a private mes
sage! What Is it,"
His tone changed as Jones quietly laid the
flower on the desk before him.
"What is this?"
ats little bouquet. A lady came in while
you were out-a young lady-and inquired fol-
you. He's not in i said. Can / do anything
for your Can trust your she asked. with
the utmost confidence said. will you give
this flower 10 Mr. Johnson? And don't let any
body see you, aud tell him it was left by the
lady in the blue bonnet And here il is, sir"
Dear me! that's odd" Jones saw a beam
come in his face, and he knew he was all right
" The lady in the blue bonnet! Bless my soul
| Jones, that's curious. don't know any
| what was she like7"
"She was very pretty"
pretty! Very well, Mr.. Jones, you'll really
! have 10 be little more careful. You've beer
making another-By the way, Jones, if yol
can find out anything about the lady-yor
needn't mention, OF course-you can let m'
| know"
And the old mans been looking fxedly a
every woman in n blue bonnet he has me
| since.