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The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

JACKSONVILLE, Fla, Feb AT PERI,
Marlborough county, Saturday night, IL
young man named Dusenbery entered the
holse while his mother waj a,one, and with
out provocatioh or warning killed her by
chopping OIL the top of her head with an ak.
The coroner's jury decided that he was no
mentarily insane when he committed thl
deed, AMI no arrest iiropo.ted. The family
recently came from Pennsylvani When
the murderer's brother entered the house the
corpse was sitting bolt upright in chair,
and the alllse1 cray man seized him from
behind, crying in piteoui tones: My God
I've killed my mother The matricide says
he became rational the moment after he had
dealt the fatal blow.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
TALES OF DISTRESS.
PERllS OF THE CREW OF THE BRIG
ADA L. WHITE.

A Cargo of Coffee swells and Bursts the
Vessel Asunder-Terrible Disaster to a
Tennessee FamiIy-Breaking Through
the Ice-Three Persons Perish.
New YORK, Feb o. Capt White, of the
brig Ada L. White, which was abandoned
and lost on her recent voyage from Rio
Janeiro to this port, says it was fine sum-
mer weather, with the mercury standing at
50 degrees in the shade, when they left Rio
Janeiro, Dec l6, with l1,24s bags of coffee
on board
The voyage continued without incident
until the brig was off Jamaica, when gale
came bowling from the northwest
and lasted for three days. 1t was
several days later, however, when
one hundred and sixty miles out at sea,
of Hatteras, that the great storm which
wrecked them was encountered. The waves
ran high; the wind blew almost hurricane
and dashed the ocean into foam; wave after
wave broke over the ship, and finally enough
water got below to wet the cargo Then the
coffee began TO SWELL the bags burst and
more water got in, The coffee which was
forced out of the open sacks foated into the
impossible to reduce the water in tbs hold
Meanwhile the fury of the storm Increased
and the sea was terrible
In the midst of these scenes of peril a new
and terrible danger appeared Because of
the disabled pumps the II 0JJ bags OF coffee
became completely saturated, and the whole
mass rose like yeast With shock that
shook the vessel to her cent + the decks burst
open. The matches were wrenched oil and
great seams opened in the vessel which ad
mitted the sea in torrents Nothing was TO
be done but leave the ship as
speedily as possible, for she was
already settling, With great diIicaity
the long-boat was launched aud hauled into
sheltered position under the stern of tbs
brig long enough to allow the one passing
and the crew to get on board There was
no time even to put on a mast head Of sail
The crew thought themselves fortunate in
securing casS OF water and few DAY
provisions for the voyage before item
After drifting about for twenty -four hours
they were picked up by the steamer Within
Burkitt
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
HOW TO SECURE HEALTH.

ScOvill's Sarsaparila and Sullingia or
blood and liver syrup will restore perfect
health TO the physical organization. 1t is
indeed, Strengthening syrup, pleasant
TO take, and has often proven itself to be
the best blood purifier ever discovered.
ef1ectually curing scrofula, syphiliIic dis,
orders, weakness of the kidneys, erysipe
las, malaria all nervous disorders and
debility, bilious complaints. and all dis
eases indicating an impure conCition of
the blood, liver, kidneys, stomach, etc.
1t corrects indigestion, especially when
The complaint is of an exhaustive nature,
having a tendency to lessen the vigor Of
the brain and nervous system.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Twenty years ago hardly any butter
was imported into England; now 80 per
cent of all that is used is imported.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
A MERCHANTS OPINION

Mr.. Z. F. Noursc, General Western
agent Royal Baking Powder Co, writes;
Il have never found SO great results from
physicians prescriptions and attendance
upon our children, as / have after few
days use of Pap!llon extract of fax
Skin Cure. | cannot describe TO you
medically what it has done for us, but
can say that years of treatment have moi
been accomplished what Papillon has
done after a few applications. Large
bottles only S1.00 at Drug store.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

WASHINGTON CITY, Feb 10-The presi
dent Tuesday sent to the senate the follow
ing nominations Henry White, of Mary.
land, now second secretary of the legation
Of the United States at London, to be secre.
tary of the legation, vice William J. Hop
per, resigned Charles F. Phillips, of Yer
mont, to be second secretary of the legation
OF the United States at London; John ID.
Kennedy, of South Carolina, to be consul
general of the United States at Shanghai.
Postmasters: Orange Pomeroy, Chardon,
Ohio; Alva r. Beckwith, jefferson, Ohio
Frank II. Smith, Sycamore, Ill; John H.
Koop, Brainerd, MINI; John s. Rogers
Beloit, Kas TO he attorneys Of tie United
States; Allen r, BUSHNELL of Wisconsin, fol
the western district of Wisconsin; Lewis l.
Macarthur, of Oregon, for the district Of
Oregon.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

The best blood purifier and system reg
nlator ever placed within the reach oil
suffering humanity, truly is Electric Bit
tiers. Inactivity of the Liver, Billiousness,
Janndice, Consumption, Weak Kidneys
or any disease of the urinary organs. OF
who ever requires an appetizer, tonic OF
mild stimulant, will always find Electric
Bitters the best and only certain cur,
known. They act surely and quickly
every bottle guaranteed TO give entire sat
istaction or money refunded. Sold a
fifty cents bottle by. Hartz 4 Balm
sen
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
The Mexicans Did 1t PurposeIy

New YORK, Feb. 10Th Official report
IF Lieut.. Maus in regard to the killing o;
Capt Crawford by Mexican sol iars was
made public Mon lay The captain was shot
down on Jan. 10 while waving han,iler.
chef a flag of t.uce. A Mr.. Horn was
also wound ID 1t was not until two days
later that Lieut. Maus and his comman
were permitted to withdraw. Tha attac!,
the lieuten ant concludes, was premeditated
one On the part of the Mexicans.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

CHICAGO, Fob. 9--The News has d
special from Washington city, of which the
following is tbs substance. "The pro
loneel a5ien, o. Senate. Jones of Florlda,
from his seat in the senate is ascribed to the
demand made upon his time by an ap-
parently hopeless passion which he has con-
ceived Tor charming, fashionable, and
wealthy widow OF Detroit The eai apt
ued senator pushes his suit with a patience
and persistence that certainly deserves sue
cess Since June last he has sent the liinty
hearted widow 30 declarations of love, ana
an equal number OF bouquets, without re-
ceiving single acknowledgement TIL
widow owns &, 0du,0 W"
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
HAS BEEN U. X, EVER SINCE

Messrs. Ely Bros, Gentlemen NV
boy g years old) was reaenily taken
wife cold which seemed finally to settle
in his head. His nose was stopped up
for days and nights so that it was diff
cult for him to breathe and sleep. call
ed physician who prescribed, but lid
him no good. Finally l went to the drug
store and got bottle of your Cream
Balm. 1t seemed to work like magic.
The boys nose was clear in two days. and
he has been o. K. ever SINCE. j.
Hazard, New York city. Jan. a., 1884.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
MRS. DR.. kECk'S INFIRMARY,

Corner Sixth and Brady Sts DAVENPORT, 10.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
A PROBLEM TO SOLVE,
SUGGESTED BY A REPORT OF THE
BUREAU OF STATISTICS.

why Does Uncle Sam Buy In Europe
Products That He Has Abundance OFF,
Biair's Educational Bill G General
News from the National Capital.
WASHINGTON CITY, Feb. 10.-The bureau
Of statistics has just issued a statement OF
the imports and exports for the past year.
The expectations still run about 100 WJ, 900
more than the importations, the figures for
the year being sG73, sos, 100 worth of articles
exported and S5s7, oil ,so6 worth of articles
imported. 1t seems strange that with
the demand for employment of which
We constantly hear in this country there
should be sent abroad two or three hundred
million dollars every year for articles that
might as wen he produced at home For in
stance with our great cotton fields being con
stantly dotted with cotton manufactures,
and with the north and east full of them,
the importations of manufactured cotton
last year We're $21,00000) in value. With
the greatest grain fields in the world
within our borders we imported nearly
sS0D,0 900 worth of grain last year. With
the industrious hen scratching in every
farm-yard, and the American Democratic
rooster proudly rearing his head alo't
we imported nearly 2o0,0d0,0o0 eggs at
a cost Of between $1,000 900 and s., oOl,001
With an agricultural country second to none
in the world and millions OF the chillren of
the Emerald isle to hep grow potatoes, We
imported between 1,01',000 ami zoos, 900
bushels of potatoes, The importations OF
wool were sl2 90, Coz, and of wooden goods,
S3j000,O00. The agricultural department
insists that We eau and ought to, and must
and WILL raise all our own sugar. If so,
it will save us a great deal of money,
for our importations of that article continue
to increase, having been last year 100000
go pounds, or about fifty pounds per head
all around, to say nothing Of what was
, made at home 1t cost over ss0,o00,0O9,
| which would he quite a lump of money il
distributed among tie producing classes of
| thl; country
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
REDUCTION OF REVENUE.
Naval Officer Burt Thinks Recent Court
Decisions win Reduce tn. Estimates.

Naval Officer Burt Thinks Recent Court
Decisions VIII Reduce tn. Estimates.
WASHINGTON CITY. Feb i0-The follow
ing letter has been received at the treasury
department
"PuRT OF NEW YORK NAVAL OFFICE,
Feb g. lsSd.-H0N, DANIEL MANNING.
Secretary o. the Treasury, WASHINGTON
CRY; | would respectfully ilvito
your attention to the probably large
reduction of the ag -regate amount of re.
ceipts from custom dues effected by the re
cent decision of the supreme court relative
20 dutilble conditions of imported goods 1t
is believed thar compared with the status
when you made Your recent estimates Of
revenue for the mkt fiscal year, the receipts
from customs will be re1ucel many millions
uni SIS III the meantime thera is remedial leg
islation It will in any event have a
81 It effect upon the receipts for the last
moicty of the current fiscal year, while on
tne contrary there will be very large dis
hursemeDts to satisfy the claims for refund
IN accordance with the court d. cision.
am sir, with great respect, your obe1ieni
servant,
"STIAG " Bt-RT Naval Officer
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Special Prescription This remedy stands TO day
without rival, and with scarcely competitor in
the world. thousands Of physicians throughout
the country have acknow ledged their inability to
cure it, aEd are now prescribing DR.. Leslte's
Special Prescription for all cases Of Sick
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

1t would be difficult TO record an in
stance where nation has been thrown
into grief for its illustrious sons so many
times in single year as has the United
States in the past year. Beginning early
last spring with the death of Gen. Nc
Dowell, followed later on by tie demise
of the beloved and admired Gen. U. S.
Grant, then Gen. Geo. B. Mcclellan and
Thomas A. Hendricks and now Gen. W .
s. Hancock has passed to that borne
from whence no traveller re urns. The
part which General Hancock played in
the history of the United States was one
which will ever find prominence in the
annals of the nation. He was one of the
bravest and most successful generals in
the civil war He. it was, who planned
ana commanded the union forces in the
battle of Gettysburg, the memorable
siege of which pens have painted and
tongues have told. He served with no
less distinction in other important battles
of the great strife. and in the Seminole
and Mexican wars.
As man. he stood without blem =
ish upon either his political and
military character. He was strict
adherent to the principles of the demo-
cratic party, aud it was not in response
to any seeking on his part that the de-
mocracy conferred upon him the party S
highest honor in 1880. His loss is not a
partys affliction alone; it is the army Us
loss, the nations loss, and the entire
country's grief. Gen. Winfield Scott
Hancock's life and public services will
ever stand out as living monument to
his memory.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Ma. BLAINE's Augusta organ says The
republicans OF the senate are making a
mistake IN calling upon the president to
submit 10 them the causes for removals.
1t says this will make a fight. and the
fight will unite the democratic party for
the president. There is, perhaps, good
deal OF truth here; aud at the same time
it is an interesting question why Mr..
Blame should worry himself about little
matter like that.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
DON'T FAIL 10 IRY!r.

J. c. Burrows, Kalamazoo, Mich, test
iies: For more than five years, mem
Der Of my family has been afflicted with
Hay Fever, eliminating late in the fall in
a hacking cough. Every remedy proved
futile. Not half bottle OF Papillon lex
tract of flax Catarrh cure had been used
before the cough entirely disappeared,
and general relief followed. 1t is simply
wonderful" Large bottles only 81 90,
for sale at Drug store
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Mr.. EDrToR- Many of your readers
may be benefited by the knowledge of
such an excellent remedy as Dr. Jones'
Red Clover Tonic, which produces the
most favorable results In disorders of the
liver, stomach and kidneys. and is valu
able remedy in dyspepsia; also, debility
arising from malaria or other causes. 1t
is perfect tonic. appetizer, blood puri'
fer, and sure cure for ague Price sc
cents.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

New ORLEANS, Feb. 9 Rabbi S. We'll.
superintendent of the Jewish Widows and
Orphans home of this city, has baen miss
ing for week A few days ago male
relative of 15-year-oid female inmate of
the institution was informed by the latter
that she had been mlltreated by We'll
Well was at cnce sought for, but could not
be found The fugitive came here about
two years age from Woodville, Miss He is
b years old, and has wife, but no chit
Iron
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
SUBSTANTIAL EVIDENCE.

MARsEIILEs. H.. Dee. "a, 1882
MIs. Dr. kFCK:-I feel it my duty 10 You and
to those suffering. as 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 10 yomit :;
whal threw up was very bitter: tn was the on
ly relief could get; the last wear before began
yonr treatment WAS troubled with severe pains
between my shoulders and the small OF my back
had or al many different doctors without 81
cess; my husband persuaded mt 10 place myself
under your care. which did TIT tn day of May,
1882; il has now been over one year SINCE tad a
spell of sick headache. had evgrc pains on the
top Of mg head; il was sore from pain; this IL all
gone, and AM not troubled with my shoulders or
back any more: can ride long distance enjoy u
good day. and eurn home feeling none the worse
thing could not do for several years
Some get discouraged after doctOrinC a short
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Siuilar Lett could bee

time and qui saying they are worse tIsu when
they began: | know il is disconsaging in those old
chronic diseases; used to think WIS 10 becker
but my husband wou.d encourage mt by sayins
he knew was better, SO | followed direction.
closely and took my medicine regularly now
can see and enjoy the benefits of perseverance,
Some say il costs so much; my first bill was 81 -
an il grew less every time until it WIS only q
cent; We don't begrudge the money paid ont
considering what benefits we hBve received; auy
person wishing to enquire further into the mat;
will al on or address me.
Yours respectful
MRS. L. 4. PEDDICORD
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Ladies love delicate and delicious per-
fumes. In Parker's Hair Balsam they not
only satisfy this taste, but have an article
which arrests falling hair, removes dam
druff, restores the original color and i'm
parts beautiful gloss, softness and life
Does not soil the linen. is not dye,
clearly and economical
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
IRON THE CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE, New
ORJEANs)

"A general complaint. that spares
neither class nor condition of person, is
seated in the liver. 1t may be truly said
this Is our national disease, and it gives
us great pleasure to hear or read the tes-
timony of persons of well known veracity
and intelligence to the value of Simmons
Liver Regulator as remedy. The testi-
mony of so many friends satisfies us that
this is one of the. exceptions to the gen
eral humbuggery of medical specialties.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
BUCKLEN's ARNICA sALVE.

The greatest medical wonder of the world
Warranted to speedily cure burns, bruises,
cuts, ulcers. salt rheum, fever sores, can.
GERS, piles, chilblains, corns. letter, chap
ped hands, and all skin eruptions, guaran-
teed to cure in every instance, or money
refunded. 25 cents per box For sale by
Hartz & Rahnsen
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

BERLIN, Feb 9-Bur5la forced an en-
trance Saturday night int the othcitl resi-
dence of Lieut. Gen Noa Albedyll, the en-
perors adjutant general, riflel a cabinet o.
a large sum Of mo ey and many of the
cosby decorations received by the general
at various times for nier.tjriuS services. The
thieve' penetrated int tile cha dber or Nine
Alletyll, who WAS there asleep. The lady
awokc and gave the alarm, bat the robbers
succeeded in getting away with their booty
The residence OF Prince Anton Rad2iuill
was also entered and considerable amount
of property stolen.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

A negro preacher in Cobb county,
Georgia. puts definite amount of his
salary debt on each member of the con-
gregation. and when they have no money
he makes them work ON his farm until
they paw off the debt.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
Tho pes Moines River Lands.

WASHINGTON Cry, Feb. 10-The house
committee on public lands Tuesday directed
Mr.. Payson to report favorably the bill tc
quiet the title Of settlers on the Des Moines
river lands in the state of Iowa The com
mittce intends to agree upon a report on the
bill FORGETTING the Northern Pacific railway
land grants, at the meeting on Thursday
naxt
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

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
Will positively cure piles, letter and all
skin eruption. Try this wonder healer
Satisfaction guaranteed or money refund.
ed. Only 25 cents. Sold by druggists.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Mind the Babies. Cold in the head ard
snufiies develop into catarrh which
ruins the health. Use Ely's Cream Balm,
a pleasant and safe remedy which will
surely prevent and cure. 1t is not liquid
or snuff, but is easily applied with the
finger. All druggists have it. so cents.
By mail go cents. Send for circular Ely
Bros, Owego, N. Y.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

The properties of Mishler'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 sure cure for
kidney and liver complaints
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
TENNYsON,s "MAY QUEEN

Who knows but if the beautiful girl
who died so young had been blessed with
DIR. pierce's "Favorite Prescription" she
might have reigned on many another
bright May day. The ''Favorite Prescrip
ton" is certain cure for all those dis
orders to which females are liable.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
Preachers and Teachers.

Why will you suffer with sore throat,
cough or exhausted vocal organs, when
you can obtain relief and comfort, by the
use of DR.. X. Stones Bronchial Waters
Pure, pleasant, safe and sure. Throw
prejudice aside, and try them. Sample
free. Address, Stone Medicine Co :,
Quincy, Ill.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

In Kansas City there has been deadly
struggle with diamond thief. and one
man will probably die as q Iesul! of it.
When one reflects that. having no dia>
monds, one il utterly safe, how rich ones
honesty makes him,
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
A CARD.

To all who are suffering from the errors
and indiscretions of youth, nervous weak
ness, early decay, loss of manhood, &c,
| will send recipe that will cure you,
FREE OF CHARGE. This great remedy
was discovered by missionary in south
America Send self addressed envelope
to the REV. JOSEPH T. INMAN, Station d
New York CITY.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

A half>breed Indian in Montana began
a few years ago, with two or three heads
of cattle, the business of raising stock.
Yearly he has disposed of portion of
his increase. and recently be sold bis herd
for $22 900.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

The annual report of the City four
Maine savings banks shows that less than
per cent of their S37, 900 600 of COM
bincd resources was put into securities
that deprecated, a loss which was made
good by an increase in values elsewhere.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10
DnWNRIGrT CRUELTY

DOWNRIGHT CRUELTY.
To permit yourself and family to
Suffer-"
With sickness when it can be prevented
and cured so easily
With Hop Bilters' !
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

Charity is mistress of the human heart,
even in Ireland The castle and the
mansion house-the government and the
nationalists-meet on equal terms at the
hall in Dublin this week for the benefit
of hospital.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

LINCOLN, IL, Nov. l, 1885.
To the EdftCr:-Fofye my health has been
miserable have suffered from complication of
troHqle- having serious kidney trouble and the
worst Of female disease which ms de life almost Il
burden TO me; | had catarrh very nady and my
liver was much diseased also had humorous
piles. from which ! suffered terrible agony, and
could get nothing 10 cure me. alth0agh ] tried
many medicines, nntil applied TO DR. Mrs. keck
and. by strictly following her advice and treat
meht. she has cured me; the tumoFs she removed
without the nse of the knife. feel better than
have for 20 years, and can word more and walk
further, with pleasure while before treated with
Mrs. keck was i'll agony.
Hope ary Of my friends wha are in poor health
may take my advice and aoas ! have done. ifauy
one wishes TO know more of my ease they nay call
on me. Respectfully
MRS. JOHN EVANS
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

BY The wreck of bank in Lancaster,
her whole fortune So ,000-whereupon
an unknown person in Boston arranged
10 pay her Sl20 annually representing 8
per cent interest on her loss) as long us
she lived
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1886-02-10

A child at Pueblo. Colo, died of scar
let fever, and her clothes were thrown in
shed. Soon afterwards dog and
cat who had been playing with the
clothes were taken with the same disease
and died