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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

Read the following: Mr.. c. II. Nor
ris, Newark, Ark, says: WAS down
with Abscess OF Lungs. and friends and
physicians pronounced me an Incursble
Consumptive. Began taking DIR. Kings
New Discovery for Consumption, an
now on my third bottle. and able to over
see the work on my farm. 1t is the finest
medicine ever made"
Jesse Middlewart, Decatur, Ohio. says:
Had il not been for DIR. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption would have
died of lung troubles. Was given up by
doctors. Am now in best of health. !"
Try it. Sample bottles free at Hsrtz &
Bahnsen's drug store.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
Forced 10 Lsave Home.

Over 80 people were forced to leave
their homes yesterday to call at the drug
eists for free trial package of Lanes
Family Medicine. II your blood is bad,
your liver and kidneys out of order, If
you are eonstipated and have headache
and an unsightly complexion. don't fail
to call on any druggist today for free
sample of this grand remedy. The ladies
praise it. Everyone likes it. Large size
package so cents.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

Your father refuses his consent to
our union"
HE does, Harold.
Nothing seems to be left for us, then,
except elopement! Do you think, Myr-
tie said the young man, swallowing
sob, that you could leave this luxuri-
ous home, forfeit all the enjoyments of
wealth, banish yourself forever from
your parents hearts and go to the west
with poor Young man to enter a home
of life long poverty.
Il think i could, Harold"
Then you are not the practical girl l
have always taken you to be-" said Har-
old, with deep detection, as he rose up
wearily and reached for his hat.-Chi-
cago Tribune.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
THE VERDICT UNANIMOUS

W. d. Suit, druggist. Bippus, Ind,
testifies: Il can recommend Electric
Bitters as the very best remedy. Every
bottle sold has given relief in every case.
One man took six bottles. and was cured
OF rheumatism of ten years standing. I"
Abraham Hare, druggist. Bellville, Ohio.
affirms: The best selling medicine l
have ever handled in my twenty years
experience. Is Electric Bitters." Thous-
snds Of others hsye added their testimo-
ny, so that the verdict is unanimous that
Electric Bitters do cure all diseases of
the liver. kidneys or blood. Only a half
dollar q bottle at Hsriz & Bshnsens
drug store.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
To Hsrvou. D.bil,.atsd Mem.

II you will send me your address we
will mail you our illustrated pamphlet
explaining all about DIR. Dyes celebrated
electro voltaic belt and appliances. and
their charming effects upon the nervous
debilitsted system, and how they will
quickly restore yon to vigor. manhood
and health. Pamphlet free. II you are
thus afflicted. we will send you 3 belt and
appliances on trial.
VoLTAIC BELT Co.. Marshsll. Mich.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
The question has been asked

The question has been asked. I'm what
respect are st. Patrick's pills better than
any others0 Try them. You viii find
that they produce 3 pleasanter cathartic
effect. are more certain in their action.
and that they not only physic. but cleanse
the whole system and regulate the liver
and bowels. For sale at IS cents per
box by Hartz & Bahnsen. druggists.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
Three Harves, sxcurs,ons.

The Burlington Route, e.. B. & Q. r.
r.. will sell from principal stations on its
lines, on Tuesday, September 8 and 23
and October ID. harvest excursion tickets
at half rates TO points in the farming re-
gions of the west, southwest and north
west. For tickets and further informa-
tion concerning these excursions, call on
your nearest c., B. & Q ticket agent. OF
address P. s. Eustls. Genl. Pass. and
Ticket Agent. Chicago. Ill.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
AK Y our Fr,.pds About

Your distressing cough can Le cured.
We know it because Kemp's Bslsam
within the past few years has cured so
many coughs and colds in this commun-
ity. Ask some friend who has used IL
what he thinks of Kemp's Balssm. There
is no medicine so pure. none so effective.
Large bottles 50c and 81 at all druggists
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
Rucx1.Ks's ARn1o. s.1vp

The best salve in the world for cuts.
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever
sores, letter. chapped hands. chilblsins.
corns and all skin eruptions, and posi-
lively cures piles. or no pay required. II
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction
OF money refunded. Price 25 cents per
box. For sale bv Hartz & Bahnsen.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
Hick. Mt Court.

.fWhat cid you say when you were
presented to the queen?"
.Oh, l put on big bluff. / don't
knuckle down to royalty. Ibuzzed her
for minute and then asked her what
her name was. Said hadn't caught
it."-New York Sun.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

Dentist (kindly)-Now, does that hurt?
Patient don't mind you working ON
the tooth so II uch, but if you will just
take your sleeve link out of my right
eve | shall Oe obliged.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

Obliged to refuse-Dick: I'm gong TO
the races; Want me TO put up something
for you? George: haven't cent. Dick
| was there Yesterday.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

A southern preacher recently advised
his congregation to be saved in The nick
of time from the Nick of eternity.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
Charlev-I do thoroughly.

Mr.. Duste-All right, then; hereafter
you may work twelve instead of ten
hours each 1ay.-Jewelers' Circular.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

Charley Silliboy-Mr. Duste, do you
consider me worthy a slight increase OF
salary?
Mr.. Duste-A difficult question to an
swer, but l will see what l can do for
you. You believe in the old adage ..Time
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

s.Yes; BIT t she didn't waste any brains
on him Washington Post.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
What ABOUT Making Them at Ans

Mature says Scappleton. ''never
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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21

..Oh, mt know about that; look at
fhe dude -
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1890-10-21
Too Visionary.

Your father refuses his consent to
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
MANY Deaths IN New York.
rhe Innnenrn i'm Ierser.

JERSEY CITY, Jan 3-Frank Mcdonald,
a Jersey City undertaken, is prostrated and
his wife and one son are in a critical con-
dition from pneumonia. Mrs Mackay, his
eldest daughter, is suffering from an aggra-
waited attack Of the grippe His son Hugh
died Of pneumonia on Tuesday. Ex-Alder-
man John W. Riordan, Of Harrison, N j., +,
died at No. $50 Latham street, Harrison, on
Wednesday night, Of typhoid pneumonia,
after an illness Of ten days. Michael Null
vaney, hoseman Of engine company No 2,
of Newark, died yesterday Of pneumonia,
and Miss Mary Lucretia Garfield died at her
residence, No. 50 Park place, there on Tues
day of the same disease.
In Keyport, n. j., Milkman George A.
Campbell was the first person in that sec
tion Of the country 70 die from the effects Of
the grippe Mr. Campbell's wife and
children are all down with the grippe as
are also about twenty-five other persons in
Keyport In Port Jervis, N. ", and in
other towns along the Erie railroad the
grippe is so prevalent as seriously to in
terfere with business. The first fatal case
in that section occurred Wednesday night
when George Clark, employed as a book
keeper by the Chicago Dressed Beef com
pany, died after a very short sickness. The
physicians say that there are 100 we'll de
fined cases in Port Jervis alone.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
= rMe rnaor EshlbllLon opan..

LONDON. Jan 3-The Tudor exhibition
was opened in the new gallery on Regent
street, and abounds with objects Of histor-
ical interest Among the volumes sent from
Lord Spencers library at Althorp are pre-
cious editions Of Shakespeare More, Spen-
GER Marlowe, Bacon. johnson and other
famous writer's OF that period. There il
also a complete series Of the English Bible.
from Tyndall's Pentateuch Of 1884 to the
authorized version Of 1911. which completed
the work begun nnder the Tudor auspices.
The great Bible Of Henry VIII, the Geneva,
Coverdate's, Taverner's, Matthews, the
Bishops, the Rheims and the Douay trans
lations, and the Irish and Welsh versions
are included in this series. Among the
paintings is a copy Of the celebrated pcr
trait, now in Madrid, Of Queen Mary,
painted for Philip at the time OF his be-
trothal and before he had seen the bride.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
A poIsoner in JAN.

JoLmr, Ills, Jan 3-John Schafer. Of
McKcna, has been lodged In jail here
charged with poisoning the family Of John
Dahl, with whom be worked on a large farm
near McKena The mother and son died,
and the hired girl narrowly escaped Schafer
and his employer, who was a bachelor. about
50 years Of age and with whom his widowed
mother lived, were both infatuated with the
hired girl, and II Is alleged that Schafer
sought % get rid Of the family 50 that he
could further his suit. He is alleged TO have
put strychnine in the coffee. MT. Dahl and
his mother died soon after IN great agony.
The girl, it is said, accidentally got small
dose and was saved. The coroner's jury held
Schafer for the crime
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
4 Fatal Gas Esplosion.

ECONOMY, Pa, Jan 3.-George Kirsh-
baum and John Becker, members Of the
Economic society, entered the natural gas
regulator house TO adjust the valves which
control the supply Of fuel for the village.
Kirshbaum carried a lighted lantern in his
hand While the men were inside Of the
building a terrific explosion occurred, tear
ing the structure to atoms. Kirshbaum wai
blown out OF the building with his clothing
in flames, and expired in few minutes. HI
was burned almost to a crisp Becker wa,
terribly burned and bruised, but viii proba
bly, recover. Kirshbaum was so years Of ag,
and had been a member Of the society toi
about ten years.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
Mrs. nederer Joins Her husband.

NEW yoRK, Jan. 8.--The Star says that
George w. Lederer, the theatrical agent,
who was married to Miss Florence New
comb, the daughter Of Lawyer Richard 5.
Newcomb, has left with bis wife for Phila.
delphia, where they will spend short
honeymoon. At the termination Of Grim
inal proceedings against Lederer, who was
charged with bigamy, Mr.. Neweomb took
his daughter away TO Chicago There he
sought to dissuade her from living with
Iederer Persuasion was, however, Of no
avail, and on Monday last he told her, in a
fit Of anger, to choose between her family
and Iederer She decided IN favor of her
husband and bade her father good-by after
he had given her $50 with which TO defray
her expenses TO New York She was met
on her arrival here by her husband, and
shortly afterward they left for Philadel.
phia
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
WARD MALLIsrER,s Ball.
The -Four Hundred Dance at tho Metr,
politan Opera House.

Inc EOAf AfNnuft0 RA1tst nv tHlt NttAAO~
poiitan Opera House.
NEW York, Jan. 3.-The new years bali
last night was a great success. The interior
of the Metropolitan Opera house resembled
a sylvan bower, and ali the leaders Of society
were there. After a waltz, polka, the
lancers and a second waltz, the chief event
of the dancing, the Sir Roger de Coyerly
quadrille, was executed. This was most
elaborate production, ON which Mr.. Ward
McAllister had spent much time and
thought There were four sets, the inner
two being composed OF noted society digni-
taries and handsome matrons, and the outer
two of young people. Mr.. McAllister, with
Mrs. Robert Goelet, led one set, and Lis
penard Stewart, with Miss Hope Goddard,
of Providence, r. l., another. The two on
the sides were led by George II. Bend, with
Mrs. W. X Vanderbilt, and Mr.. I. II. How.
ard, with Mrs. August Belmont, Jr.
After the dancing supper was served
The patronesses and committee Of the bal
sat together at one table Mr.. McAllistei
and Mrs Cornelius Vanderbilt sat at th'
head and Mr.. Cornelius Vanderbilt and Mrs
Roosevelt at the foot Mrs Grover Cleve
. land sat at Mr.. McAllisters right, and ex
President Cleveland next TO Mrs. Roosevelt
The cotillon after supper. was led b,
Lispenard Stewart and Mrs Coleman Dray
ton, assisted by Mr.. McAlIister with Mrs 9
Vanderbilt, J. J. Astor with Miss Alvl
Willing, c. Vanderbilt with Mrs. Roache
and in all 100 couples. Among notable per
sons present were Baron HolSett, ex-Secre
tary Whitney, the Belgian and Germa
ministers, Secretary Tracy, G. NJ. Depew
and many others.
The detectives present made no effort {
check the flow of wine after | a. IN.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
Two Aged women Assaulted.

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 8, Sarah Kelly,
aged 81 years, and Ann Kelly, aged 10, sis
ters living in little frame dwelling, No.
206 Wistar street, had their throats cut by
some one unknown 20 the police. The
women were awakened by an intruder after
they had gone TO bed. The man demanded
money. which y was supposed the old women
had concealed in the house He clutched
them by the throat when they declared
there was no money in the house, and then
slashed each OF them across the throat. The
women were removed later to hospital,
and an examination Of the wounds showed
that both women were dangerously hurt.
They viii recover, however, with good care.
A man by the name Of Barry has been ar
rested on suspicion.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
NIrs. southworth very Ill.

NEW YORK. Jan. 3--Mrs. Hanna South
worth who is a prisoner in the Tombs
awaiting trial for the shooting Of stephen
Pettus, has steadily declined in health since
her incarceration, and is now seriously i'll
with acute bronchitis. The prison authori-
ties do not believe she will live to undergo
trial Her mother remains with her con.
stantly Mrs. Southworths mother, Mrs.
Martin, has obtained from the supreme
court writ of habeas corpus, requiring the
warden of the Tombs to produce Mrs. South
worth in court to-day and show cause why
she should not be removed to a hospital.
Mrs. Martin alleges that the prisoner can
not receive proper medical atdntion in the
Toinbs. She declares that the prison physi.
clan is neglectful, so much so that the ward.
en- has been obliged to call the attention OF
the commissioners Of charities and correct
ions to the matter. Mr. Martin further
says that her daughter has but few weeks
TO live, and that common humanity calls for
her removal to some place where she can bs
properly nursed and cared for.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
The indiana strike.

EVANSVILLE, Ind, Jan. S.-The situation
in the freight conductors, brakemen and
switchmen's strike on the Evansville and
Terre Haute and Evansville railroads is un-
changed, but unless a settlement is made at
once the strikers say the entire Mackey sys-
tenn will be involved. Everything is quiet
about the yards at this point, but little
freight business is being transacted, and that
is confined to the Peoria, Decatur and Evans
Vile and Louisville, Evansville and St Louis
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
nrnr.,.rsa ~ = Mailman.

NEW YoRK, Jan. 3 3-Nicholas Muller,
aged 2S truckman, living in shanty at
the foot Of West Seventy-hrst street, was
killed last night by half witted man called
Crazy Hans, who occasionally helped Muller
on odd jobs, but had no regular employ
ment. Hans attacked Muller with an iron
wagon wrench. fracturing his skull and
beating his head to jelly. He then fed
aud has not yet been captured Muller
leaves a wife and three children. He had
always befriended Hans, and there was nc
reason for the assault
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
The ckar,a pltiable Conaitiou.
rhlrtr Exlles shot Down.

VIENNA. Jan. 3--Details are at hand a
the massacre Of exiles IN Siberia. intimAtioB
of which reached bere a short time ago
though the story was not at that time gem
orally credited. It appears from the infor
nation just received that shortly after their
arrival at their destination in Siberia the
exles, who were Nihilists, attempted "a
print and circulate seditioned literature.
The authorities learned Of this and sent
troops 70 destroy the printing presses.
Even CossaeIss We're Touched.
The exiles resisted, and the troops fired
upon them, killing and wounding thirty OF
them in the fight which ensued. Fortunate
~ for the exiles detachment OF Cossack
guards comprising portion Of the garrison
iuterposed in behalf Of the Nihiists and
forcibly compelled the attacking troops ia
desst from further slaughter
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
ne Saw Fxulorer Peters, Bodv

FRANKFORT, Jan. 3,-The FrankfurteF
Journal has news from Lieut.. Rust who has
arrived at Alden He states that while on
the way to join Dr. Peters be was seized
with severe illness and all his followers
deserted him. Subsequently one of these
deserters returned and told Lieut. Rust that
he had seen the murdered bodies Of Peters
and Iiedeman; that one Of Peters arms was
separated from bis body and that there were
three spear wounds In Tiedeman's breast
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
MANY HoMeLess MINsRs.
About A5o Families to he Eyicted at
Punxsutawney. Pa.

pIrrsBuFo Jan. 3-A special to The
Times from punxsutawney, Pa, says: The
sheriff Of jefferson county has served writs
Of ejectment upon forty-tive Of the Buffalo,
Rochester aud Pittsburg Coal company's
tenants at Walston and Adrian. The ten
ants were told 20 get out as soon as possible.
Those who can find shelter elsewhere will
move out at once, but the large majority
having no place TO go, will remain in the
houses until elected. The knights of Labor
officials have claimed the benefit of the $500
exemption law for all those who have been
notified to vacate their dwellings, thus
placing the attending expense upon the
company The knights will also appeal to
Governor Beaver to stay the execution OF
the writs until quarters can be procured for
families OF the miners elected La all about
450 families have been notified TO vacate
their houses within ten days. A COMMITTEES
Of miners visited a gang OF Italians quar-.
tered at Du Bois awaiting the company's
orders TO come here, and persuaded them q
go away. There has not as yet been any
serious trouble.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
RuSSIA'S CAR VERY ILL.
A Report of His Death Causes
Great Excitement.
HORRIBLE MASSACRE OF rxlLEs.

Thirty Of the Defenseless Nihnists shot
Down by Russian Troops in Siberia-A
Fam qua old Church Destroyed by Hire.
other News from Abroad.
ST.. PETERSBURG, Jan 3. There was great
alarm caused by report of the czar's death.
There are indications that his majesty con-
dition is more serious than is publicly given
out. The imperial guard Is on constant
duty. and all public functionaries seem to
be laboring under some unusual strain, II
is impossible 20 learn whether the czar's i'll
ness is from influenza or whether he has
been poisoned.
Extraordinary Precautions Observed.
Reports are accumulating Of the elaborate
precautions observed at st. Petersburg
against the approach OF any person otheg
than his immediate household and attend
ants TO the presence Of the czar. The guards
in and about the palace have been increased
tenfold
The Cxar's Pitiabie Condition.
His ma lesty is in a state Of alarm border.
ing on frenzy, and those who have beer
numbered among his most intimate attend
ants are actually afraid TO 80 near him lest
his terror assume a violent phase
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
Tba rrouble with columb,a.

NEW YORK, Jan. 3.--Mr K. Schepp, who
is engaged in trade along the Columbian
coast in Central America. and who has
armed bis vessels for better protection
against seizure for any alleged violation Of
the trading laws that the Columbian gov.
ernment may bring against them, says that
Secretary Window has replied TO a recent
letter he had sent him on the subject, and
said that the matter would be taken up at
once by the department at Washington.
Beyond this Mr.. Schepp said nothing as to
how the department proposed dealing with
the matter
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
nIiss EInuer Meds.

WASHINGTON, Jan. S.-Niiss Emma Ger
trude Flower, daughter of Representative
Flower, Of New York, and Mr. John Byron
Taylor, of Watertown, N. y, were married
last evening at the residence Of the brides
father in this city. The ceremony was per
formed by DR.. Douglas, OF St. Johns church.
The bridesmaids were Miss Lucy S. Down
ing, of New York, and Miss Katherine
Flower, a cousin Of the bride and daughter
of Mr.. John Flower, Of New York city.
The house was elaborately decorated with
flowers, potted plants and vines The bridal
presents were numerous and handsome.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
The disease An Paris.

PARIS, Jan. B. The serious nature Of the
influenza epidemic is shown in the mortality
statistics. During the past week there were
1884 deaths, against !, ,0Ss for the corresrond-
ing week last year.
Pneumonia last week caused SAG deaths,
against O. the same week last year, and other
diseases show similar terrible increase.
M. Bertin, chief cashier of the Bank Of
France, is among the latest victims The
schools are still closed. DR.. Blondeau, a
pupil of Pasteur, has just died of the disease.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
Tbe rnperor Thanks pismarck.

BERLIN, Jan. 8 The Reichsanzeiger says
that the emperor wrote Prince Bismarck
conveying his warmest congratulations for
the new year. The emperor stated that be
believed the maintenance OF peace aboard
strengthened the guaranty Of tranquility at
home. He was much gratihed by the COM
pletion OF the Workmens Insurance plan.
This was an important step toward giving
effect 10 the care for the working people
which the emperor had at heart. He
thanked Bismarck for his self sacrificing
and unwearying cooperation. He prayed
that he might for many more years be
granted the faithful and well tried counsel
Of the prince in his difficult mission as ruler
OF Germany,
Evening journal., 1890-01-03

|'I5IS / NJ Il
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
King Carlos on the African Trouble.

LIsBoS, Jan 3-In his speech on the occae
sion Of the opening Of the cortes, King Car
los said. "The patriotic aspirations Of Great
Britain to extend her vast possessions in
Africa have been met at several points by
the fixed design Of Portugal TO preserve
under her rule those parts which the Portu-
guese were the first TO discover and open "a
Christianity and commerce. He expressed
a hope that the pending correspondence be
tween Portugal and England would rectify
their difference in manner consistent with
the honor and dignity Of both nations
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
me nIchmond Leaves nahia.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 3.-The navy depart
ment is informed that the United States
steamer Richmond, flagship OF the south
Atlantic squadron, has just sailed from
Bahia, Brazil, for Montevideo. All were
reported well No mention is made in the
dispatch Of Brazilian affairs, and for that
reason il is assumed at the navy department
that all Is quiet II is Thought if any dis
turbance was apprehended Rear Admiral
Gillis would have remained in Brazilian
watarq
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
pnmsr nhnsnn snnatnr.

HELENA, Mon, Jan. Sat joint session
OF the legislature the first ballot resulted:
Power, Is; Mantel. III Hershfield, 3; Rich
ards, z; Thompson, 1. On the second ballot
Power received 35 and Mantel 8 The presi-
dent then announced the election Of Hon. T.
G. Power as United States senator. Mr.
Power il a wealthy merchant, and was the
late candidate for governor on the Republic
can ticket, and was defeated by Mr.. Toole.
Evening journal., 1890-01-03
More Cave-Ins at wIlkesbarre.

WILKEsBARRE Pa, Jan. 3-About 20C
feet Of the tracks of the Delaware, Lacka-
wanna and Western railroad caved in al
Plymouth yesterday afternoon. The cave
in has extended to the Methodist Episcopal
church, but that building has not yet beer
damaged The entire territory surrounding
the cave-in is undermined. Large gangs oi
men have been set TO work in propping vi
the interior Of the mines, and all Of the
miners have quit work.