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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
THE SURPLUS IN THE TREASURY.


Henry Ward Beecher's Address to the
Brooklyn Revenue Reform Club.
NEW YORK, Dec 4-The annual dinner of
the Brooklyn Revenue Reform club was
eaten Thursday evening. Rev. Henry Ward
Beecher, president of the club, said that the
members met once year to look at the pro-
gress made in revenue reform. He could
not see that any visible progress had been
made during the last year That reed make
no difference, however There was no retro
erosion of public sentiment, and more
interest was developing every month
than ever before There was u great
moral and political danger to be feared from
the enormous surplus annually pouring into
the treasury. The surplus filled the minds of
the people with wasteful, extravagant ideas
and poisoned the very foundations of their
moral being. 1t had been urged Mr..
Beecher continued THAT line of coast de
lenses and great feet of war vessels We're
needed by the country. This was all wrong
If there was any nation on earth that did
not need these things it was the American
nation. A little money might be expended
on the forts just for the sake of appearance,
but that was all. No nation will make war
on America, and SO what's the use of big
navys 1t has been said that it would
be an easy matter for any nation 10 come
and lombard New York and Boston and
other seaboard cities. So it would, but no
nation is going to do it. 1t is very easy TO
create war feeling among the people 1t is
our duty 10 put loot on congress to prevent
the spending of the treasury surplus for
either an army or navy
Mr.. Beecher closed by saying that, al
though he was not a disciple of Henry
George yet he was glad to see the effort that
Georges work and writings were having on
the working classes. The movement among
the working classes he thought most anspi-
cious In time the Socialistic tendencies
would be eliminated and there would be a
larger liberty of the working people.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

BELLAIRE, Ohio, Dec. 4.-Thera was ter
rihle explosion of powder i'll the store of Ro b
er; Hall, six miles west of here, Thursday
AFTERNOON. fatally mjuring Hall, jacob
Weiss, and George Williams, and seriously
bruising Clarence Neff and three others whose
names are not known. The explosion was
caused by some one stepping on parlor
match that was lying on the floor, when a
spark ignited the powder in keg and blew
the whole end out of the store. Five mer
and two boys, who were LII the store, vert
til
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

Nj Asa B. Rowley, druggist, was in
duced TO try some of the Papilon catarrh
cure by his customers, after several ply
sicianS predicted he would soon have
consumption from an aggravated case of
Gatarrh. He says: The result was IN
precedented. commenced to get well
after the first application, and am now,
after few weeks, entirely cured" Papil-
Ion (extract of fax catarrh cure will do
all that is claimed for it. Large bottles 81
for sale at drug stores. Sold by ii. H.
DrSanin
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
REEDS RASCAllTY.
Investigation shows That His Embezzle-
ments Foot Up s340,0OO.

EDot Up So4V-oVV
BosToN, Mass, Dec. when Treasurer
Reed, of the South Boston railway, was ar
rested the statements in regard to the extent
of his embellishments were somewhat vague,
but the total amount was not supposed TO ex-
coed 5000, 900 Investigation, however, re
veals a much worse state of affairs than was
at first supposed to exist. As nearly as can
be ascertained his total enlightenment will
foot up about $4,000 The cash deficit was
$3.50, 1000 completely wiping out the $4,000
surplus and the over issue of |, 100 shares OF
stock, with value of $40, 900 at the pre-
vailing market price. This probably does
not represent the entire sums of Reeds ras-
calities, but it is probably all that the com
pany will lose, unless it will be held liable fol-
certain stocks, notes, and drafts issued by
Rood
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.
J. MI. BEARDSLEY,

A TTORNEY AT LAW-Ofbce with J. T. Ken
L worthy, lies Seconds venue. aug-1-dw6m
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

Who of US are without trouble be they
small OF large? The blessings of health
are best appreciated when We are sick
and 10 pain A hacking cough. severe
cold, Oh apy throat or lung disease are
very troublesome; but all OF these may be
quickly and permanently cured by DR..
BigciOws Cure Safe and pleasant for
children. Price 80 cents
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

| was troubled with Chronic Catarrh
aud gathering in my head. was very deaf
al times, had discharges from my ears,
and was unable to breathe through my
nose Before the second bottle of Ely's
Cream Balm was exhausted | was cured,
anl to-day enjoy sound healh.-C. j.
Corhn. 923 Chestnut street, Field Man
ager, Philadelphia Pub. House. Pa
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
In the pursuit of the good things

In the pursuit of the good things of
his world we anticipate too much; we
eat out the heart and sweetness of world
ly pleasures by delightful foretbought of
them. The results obtained from the use
of DR.. Jones Red Clover Tonic far exceed
all claims. 1t cures dyspepsia. and all
stomach, liver, kidney and bladder
troubles. 1t is perfect tonic, appetizer,
blood purifier, sure cure for sgue and
malarial diseases. Price. so cents, Of
druggists
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

SPRINGFIELD, Ills, Dec. 4.-The secretary
of state Friday issued license for the in.
corporation Of the St Louis & Central Hi
nois Railroad company; principal office al
.Ierseyville; capital stock, 81 ,00o, 900; to
lease, purchase, construct, and operate the
said railroad from the city Of Springfield
through the counties of Sangamon, Morgan
Macoupin, and Jersey, to "A point OH the Mis-
sissipp river at OF near Grafton or jersey
Landing. in Jersey county, Ills
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
MIRACULOUS ESCAPE.

w. w. Reed, druggist, of Winchester,
Ind, writes: Zone of my customers,
Mrs. Louisa, Pike, Bartonis, Randolph
Co, Ind, was long sufferer with con-
sumption, and was given up to die by
her physicians. she heard of DR.. Kings
New discovery for consumption, and be-
gan buying it for me. In six months
time she walked to this city. distance
of six miles, and is now so much improv-
ed she has quit using it. She feels she
owes her life to it," Free trial bottle at
Hartz & Bahnseu's Drug store.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

BosToy, Mass, Dee +-The trustees Of
the National Soldiers home began suit in the
United States circuit court Thursday to re
cover $3.50. 600 from Gen. b f. Butler, which
it is alleged he failed ~ account Tor when
treasurer of the home.
LATER-The jury found verdict for sl0,
So 80 ugaiust Gen Butier
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
RucKI.FN,s aRNIcA sALyE.

The greatest medical wonder OF the worio
Warranted to speedily cure burns, bruises,
cuts, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores. can
GERS, piles, chilblains. corns, letter, chap
ned hands, and all skin eruptions, guaran-
teed to cure in every instance, or money
refunded. 25 cents per box For sale by
Hartz n Rahnsen
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

The question of a proper food for IN
fants interests all mothers; especially
those unable to nurse their offspring.
Melin's food possesses all the requisites
as substitute for mothers milk, and is
highly commended by the medical faculty
of both Europe and America.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

The properties of Misbler's Herb Bit
tiers are wholly medicinal. 1t is com
pounded on scientific principles upon a
German formula, 200 years old. Clergy
men, temperance people. and all other
classes who oppose strong drink On prin-
ciple. endorse and recommend our great
household remedy. 1t is a sure cure for
kidney and liver complaints
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

The best on earth can truly be said of
Grigg's Glycerine Sslve. which is a sure,
safe and speedy cure for cuts. bruises,
scalds, burns wounds aud all other sores
VIII positively cure piles, letter and all
skin eruption. Try this wonder healer.
Satisfaction guaranteed or money REFUND
ed Only 25 cents. Sold by druggists.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
Baihed the Physicians.

Burks medicine Co., Quincy ILL.,: |
regard your White Pine balsam. as
cough mixture of very great value. The
benefit derived by my wife from its use,
places it with ME far in advance of all
others. For several years she had been
seriously afflicted with cough that gave
us much alarm; it had bafiied the skill of
the physicians and cough remedies, until
| concluded that nothing would avail in
her case. Directly after coming to
Quincy, on your recommendation, she
commenced using your balsam, and it
has acted like charm. quoting the
cough, and removing entirely the soreness
from her lungs. We keep it constantly
in our house. j. B. FORD,
Pastor NJ. L. church, Rushville, Ill.
Use Crcssler's Wild Rose tooth powder
for cleansing the teeth. Price % cents.
Cure for Sick Headache.
Of the many complaints promptly re-
lieved by Little Apricot pills. none has
yielded quicker than nervous and sick
headache. Nine cases out of every ten
of headache are caused by sluggish and
inactive liver.
Shot through the throat by Burks'
White Pine balsam and killed severe
cold in three days. If you don't believe
it try it. Price SO cents at druggists.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
NEVER GIVE Up.

If you are suffering with low and de-
pressed spirits, loss of appetite, general
debility. disordered blood, weak con-
stitution, headache, or any disease of a
bilious nature, by all means procure a
bottle of Electric Bitters. You will be
surprised to see the rapid improvement
that will follow; you will be inspired
with new life; strength and activity will
return; pain and misery will cease, and
henceforth you will rejoice in the praise
of Electric BItters. Sold at fifty cents a
iottle by Hartz & Bahnsen.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

One of the most remarkable examples
of i'll breeding at the White House recep-
tions was that of woman who is report.
ed to have carried pug under her arm,
and. after shaking hands with the presi>
dent held up the pug's paw for shake,
too. The president didn't shake.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

The restoration to health of our child
we considered uncertain. When two
weeks old she caught cold For IS months
was not able to breathe through her nos
trils. Upon useiBg Ely's Cream Balm her
difficulty is removed, sue breathes natural
ly.-Mr. &. Mrs. J. M. Smith, Oswego,
N. Y.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
a Q a r. ID.

To all who suffering from the errors and
lRdIscrctions of youth, nervous weakness, early
decay, loss Of manhood. &c, will send a recipe
remcdywas discovered by missionary IN South
America. Send a scif-addrcssod envelope TO the
RsT. JosEFH 7. INMAN. Station d. Neg York City
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

A Red Butte, Wy, correspondent says
that these are blue times for the cattle
men. Prices are down, feed is scarce, a
hard winter is feared. and the cattle are
in bad condition TO meet it, being thin
and Door.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

WASHiNGToN CITY, Dec. At is reported
that Congressman Frederick, of Iowa, is sc
indignant over some postoftice appointments
that he ha, protested to the president, and
informed Lin that he will resign his seat II
co.tgress # his WISHES are not respected
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

EAST SAGINAW, Dec. / The home OF
Jesse Stockforl a farmer, living two miles
west of Birch Run, this county, burned early
Thursday morning. a boy 9years oil was
burned TO crisp. Another, aged years
was rescued, but died shortly afterwards
Mr.. Stocktorl was also seriously burned
and afterwards, While caring for his family
had both feet frozen
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

GALESRuG1;. Ills, Dec IN E. Worth
ington has served notice on Gen. p. S. Posi-
n scat in congress from the Tenth distric t.
Gen. Post has consulted competent attorneys
and does not feel concerned In his answer
he may charge the Democrats with bribery.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

Stop at the newly opened and central
" located Sturtevant house, Broadway
and Twenty ninth Street. Largely re-
built; entirely refurnished; new plumbing;
new elevator etc Perfect cuisine; mod
crate prices; convenient to all the eleva-
ted railroad stations Matthews e Pier
son, proprietors.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

A big gopher snake was killed recently
at Daytona, Fla. , in whose stomach was
found q three>foot rattlesnake, still alive.
The gopher was over SIX feet in length.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

The Turkish Gordon of the Imperial
Order of the Medjidie. which has been
conferred ON Minister Cox, is the highest
honor of the kind at the disposal of the
Sultan. 1t has been but very seldom
granted 10 those outside the Mussulman
faith
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

Diseased nature oftentimes breaks
forth in strange eruptions," and the re
suit of it all is pain. Now Salvation oil
will send this very pain to the right about
at the trifiing cost of only 25 cents.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

British Guina is making large ship
ments of gold to England, and the pros
poets are that the shipments will rival in
value the great exports of sugar,
moIaSses. and rum.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
BosF0ED'S ACID PHOSPHATE

DR. F. g. McGavock, McGavock, Ark.
says: 1T gives me pleasure TO bear
testimony TO lite beneficial action in obsti-
nate indigestion"
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

Two Italian sawdust swindlers robbed
New Haven peanut pedder of 1854 by
offering him chance to make $40, 900
out of nothing
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
JOHN h. MARTIN.
Rock Greek Ala, May 4 1886.

All who desire full information about
the cause and cure of Plnod Poisons,
Scrofula an Scrofulous Swellings, Ulcers,
Sores, Rheumatism, Kidney Complaint
Catarrh. ETC. can secure by. mail. free, a
copy of our SO page Illustrated Book OF
Wonders, filed with the most wonderful
and startling proof ever before known.
Address, Blood Balm Co.,
Atlanta, Ga.
For sale BY T. H. Thomas
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
For sale BY T. H. Thomas

Governor Albeit says of the senatorial
fracss in New Jersey: Il am in the fight
TO win, and | think | will 60 to the sens
ate as the next New Jersey representa-
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

Begin to feed hens meat when insect
food is exhausted
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

ST LOUIS, Mo, Dec 1.-The Globe Demo
crat says Friday morning that it received a
letter from Jim Cummings" the Adams
express robber. which states that he IS tired
of being chased ar ound the country hy de
tectives, and promises to return $500 Of
the sum stolen if they will let him 80 III
Daace
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

ST. LOUIS, No, Dec. 4.-The question of
admitting Fotheringham. the express mes
senger, to bail was argued Friday morning
before Judge Normile of the criminal court
The fight was made for low bond. because
of the insufficiency of the evidence, it being
claimed that 5000 should be the amount.
Judge Normile, however, decided to make
the bond 10000, and Fortheringhams
counsel will take an appeal
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
III. M. CORBETT,
BUSINESS DIRECTORY.
HARDWARE.

HARDWARE
Stewart h Montgomery. 800 second avenu"
NUNSMlTHS.
wolG, Chas. Ill Seventeenth street
NEWSPAPERS.
The Rock Island DAILY ANGUS; published even
evening, (Sunday excepted) in Argus block, Op
pesite Postosice. Best advertising medium in tn;
cisy.
The Rock island WEBKLY ARGUs; published
every Friday. A lne Job department in conrec
ton with the establishment
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
ROCK ISLAND & PEORIA RAILWAY.
Rock island 4 PEORIA
RALWA Y.
SHORTEST ROUTE TO THE
EAST AND SOUTH
Depot Twentieth street,

Trains leave Rock Island
100 a. IN. Way Freight.
S.45 Fast Express.
l.40p. IN. Mail and Express
$50 Through Freight and Accommodation
Trains arrive at Rock leland:
s3Oa m Through Freight and Accommodation
asp. m. Mail and Express.
$40 Fast Express.
. 400 Way Freight.
The FAST EXPRESS, leaving Rock Island al $50
m. arrives at Peoria 1920 p. m, al Springfield
LBS D. NJ, at Decatur 400p. m, Jacksonville go
o. M Alton 30 p. m, st LOHis 3 Is p. m. and
Terrc Hsute II IS p. m, THE SANE DAY. Making
this the BEST and QUICKEST route 10 all points
southeast.
The 100 D. m. train makes close connection al
saliva with c. B. II q for points west: arriving al
Galesbnrg at 4.25 p. n, at Burlington $40 p m. at
Keokuk 10. Is p. m, and at Quincy 1905 p. m.
Arriving at Peoria al $50 y. m, making close
connections with the l. B. & ". and T. P. 4 W.
ter Indianapolis, connecting there with all fast
rains for the east and south.
~FAST TINE SURE CONNECTIONS, and
stes as low az by any other route.
R.k CABLE, K. c. SrOCKHOUSE,
Gen'l Supt. Gen1 Tkt. Agt
The $50 p. m. Accommodation leaves every day
except SUNDAY.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
When Visiting New York.

Cows worth much as mixers arc voraci.
Gus and not dainty.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
SUPERINTENDENT DeKalb Pauper HON,
Decatur. Ca, May I, 1856.
BRIGHT'S. DISEASE.

l have been sufferer from Kidney an(
Bladder troubles for several years,
have lately had what is termed Bright:
Disease, and have had considerable sw' Il
ing of my legs aud shortness of breath
The urea has poisoned my blood also.
secured and am using tB. B. B Botanic
Blood Balm, and finds it acts powerfully
and very quickly. and l am delighted
with its effects. had previously useC
large quantity of various ADVERTISED
remedies. and several eminent physicians
also waited on me, but B B, B. stand
at the top.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
rs THIS THE lROBBER?
A MAN REGISTERS AT PARSONS, KAN
AS jim CUMMINGS.

He steals the Landlords Hat and shoots
the Policeman Who Attempts to Ar
rest Him-A. Letter from Jim Cum
miass to The Globe Democrat-Foth-
erinpbam's Bond Placed at SEQ, 900.
PARSONS. Kan, Dec AT $50 O'clock
Thursday evening short, heavy set man of
middle age, with light sandy mustache and
long sandy hair, registered at the Centrop-
oils hotel as Jim Cummings He wore
gray overcoat which he did not remove
when he went in 10 supper, remarking that
he always kept it on when he was cold
When he came out from supper he put on
the landlords hat and departed The theft
was soon discovered, and Policeman L. r.
kyser put on his track, who overlook him
near the Missouri Pacific depot, when he
took him into custody and started toward
tie jail
They had gone but few PAGES when the
man pulled away from the policeman, and
stepping back few PAGES, drew a pistol and
fired The policeman dropped to the pave
| ment, and the assassin started on a run
| across the track, through crowd of people
" no had gathered there He kept his pistol
IN his hand cooked, and commanded every
body to stand back. After he had passed the
crowd he tarted on run in southwest.
erly direction Posses were Immediately or.
| gained and sent in all directions for the
purpose of intercepting him, but nothing as
yet has been found of him. Policeman
kyser's wound was examined by physician,
when it was discovered that bullet had
| passed entirely through him, entering the
| right side about the center Of the lower vest
| pocket and coming out at the back side of
the corresponding pocket on the other side.
He was Immediately removed to his hom',
where his death is momentariy expected.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
Men Think

they know all about Mustang Lin,
iment. Few do. Not to know is
not to have.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04
COULDN'T HEAR IT THUNDER

An interesting letter from Mr.. John W
Weeks. superintendent of DeKalb Pau>
per home:
From feeling of gratitude and a de>
sire to benefit others, voluntarily max e
this statement have great reason to be
thankful that ever heard of B. B. B., as
| know what blessing it has been to me
have suffered with Bronchial catarrh
for a number of years. Six months ago |
was taken with severe pain in ny right ear
which in few days began to discharge
matter, with terrible and almost unbear>
able palpitation and all SORTS of noises in
my head. In ten DAYS after the com
mencement of disch arge and pain in my
ear l began TO grlow deaf and in six
weeks | was so deaf that | could not hear
thunder.
Twas then compel ed to use cOnversa-
ton tube, and it wasboften that | could
not hear with the tn ae. then commen-
ced taking B B. B.ngnd the running in
my ear ceased runniut in five weeks, and
can now hear withompthe the tube. My
general health has recovered, palpitation
ceased. and feel like new being, and
appreciate the benefit | have received
from B. B. B. made at Atlanta, Ga with
gratitude 10 God and thankfulness to the
proprietors for such medicine. | cheer
fully recommend ii 10 all who are atfiict-
ed with deafness and aianh. Try it;
persevere in its use and cou will be con-
vinced of its value.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1886-12-04

ATTORNEY IN PATENT CAUSES.-Paten.
dbusiness OF all kinds solicited. Room 1. First
National Sank Building. P. o Box 672, Rock
Island, Illinois. ju-1S-dwiy