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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
ANOTHER GENERAL GONE.

Thomas A. Rowley Dies Suddenly at His
Webster Avenue Home-Heart Failure
the Cause-Record of One of Americas
Most brilliant Generals.
Shortly before o'clock yesterday morn
ing General Thomas Algeo Rowley died
from heart failure, at the home of his son,
SS3 Webster avenue. He died alone and
Just at dawn his son found the aged General
sitting dead at the side of his bed. On
Friday the General had been seated with a
number of friends at Kearns' drug store,
Fifth avenue and Grant street. When he
went home he complained of. sore throat,
! but refused to take anything, saying 1t
would be all right in the morning.
About II o'clock he aroused his son, Rob
bert Rowlev, and said his throat was much
worse He declared he could hardly
breathe. DR.. j. NJ, Lee was called, and
after his arrival the General said he felt
much better. At o'clock he was resting so
much easier the son went to bed. At D
o'clock he found him dead.
When the death became known it caused
widespread sorrow, for there were few men
better known than General Rowley. He
was born near the Old Round Church at the
head of Liberty street in 1907, and all his
Ilie WIN sptHl lSICs IIC as OdptA1Cu III siiS
Oak Alley Church, now Central station. He
learned the trade of cabinetmaker on Hand
street and afterward was elected Justice of
the Peace in Pitt township When that
was made the Fifth ward of the city-now
the Seventh and Eighth-he became its first
Alderman.
He enlested during the Mexican War
and was made Second Lieutenant of Com
pany A, known as the jackson Blues"
He was afterward promoted to Major. On
his return he went into business as a
contractor and did good deal of
work for the city, He was active
in politics and in 1857 was elected Clerk of
Courts, which Office he satisfactorily filled
until the breaking out of the Civil War.
Again he enlisted and was made Colonel of
the Thirteenth Pennsylvania His regi-
ment again enlisted for three years. The
regiment was then known as the One Hun
dred and Second Pennsylvania. Thomas A.
Rowley was again chosen its Colonel. On De-
cember %, 1862, he won the stars OF
brigadier tor bravery on the field. Again,
when Major General Reynolds fell on the
field of Gettysburg, General Rowley was
placed in command of the First army corps.
General Rowlev was member of Union
Veteran Legion No 1. G. A. R. Post Isl and
of the One Hundred and Second Regimental
Association. He was also an honorary mem-
Der of the Washington Infantry. All these
organizations will attend the funeral to-
morrow afternoon at o'clock.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

Thirty this fair beloved land of convused the
troes the horrors the pelence of civil many father
arrayed against brother against brother and
dearest ties and relationships life often swallowed embrace
this cruel and gigantic that cursed this beautiful world
Truly these the days that tried mems sou Many the heroes of
that struggle answered their roll laid
the these cities grateful and loving people
have aside the the decorating the
honong those
Two short weeks and Decoration Day. with all its haowed memories
will be around While all bowed heads participate
these patriotic solemn ceremonies do that there duties for
perform for those who still live and enjoy M privileges and bouns
This of the naturally hor mountains pcnics
fields bubblng BROOKS WE'LL we've abundance
thing that make the bodies comfortable and the minds happy
child hundreds of
peculiarly low prices which of
purchase make of
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
Another Investigation Called For.

WAsHTNGToN, May IA resolution
was introduced in the House to-day by
Representative Stone, of Kentucky, provid-
ing for the appointment of a special
committee of five to Investigate the
affairs Of the Freedman's Bank and
the Freedman's Trust Company. The COM
mlttee Is instructed TO ascertain as near as
possible the number Of depositors, the
amounts deposited by each of them, the
dividends paid and the manner in which the
funds OF the bank and trust company have
been and are being expended.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
A FAULTY CENSUS SYSTEM.
Members Of Congress Kept Far Too Many
1ncompetents in Office.

Incompetents in Office.
WASHINGTON, May 1.-THE Census
Office investigation was resumed to-day.
James A. Collins, of the farms, loans and
mortgage division of the Census Office, was
asked if he knew of any mismanagement or
waste of funds of the division The wit
ness said that was a broad question. He
had no personal knowledge of mismanage-
ment or waste, but had his own opinion as
TO how the division could have been con-
Quoted 10 better advantage.
The whole matter, in his opinion, lay in
the system There is great pressure
brought TO bear by members OF Congress on
the superintendent and other officers to
have persons appointed, and they were COM
PEELED to keep in Office some less efficient than
others who were discharged. The trouble
lay with members of Congress. For
instance, there were a number of persons
who came in from the field and were
familiar with local conditions who were
discharged to make room for new people.
largely women, who could not be as well
qualified for the work.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
FOR 81

You Can Cover a Large Floor With Good
All Wool Carpet.
Our semi-annual sale of trunk samples
carried by s,lesmen will take place on Mon
day morning, May l6
They are good all-wool ingrafns in pieces
from ~ to ~ yards long, put up in bundles
of ten pieces, at 81 q bundle.
Customers fight for these on every occa-
sion, and if you want few bundles don't
wait to wash your breakfast dishes Monday.
500 bundles of them to go this time. Two
bundles will cover a very large room, and
make as durable carpet as one that would
cost you S25 EDWARD GRoETzINGER,
627 and SO Penn avenue.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

WAsHINGToN, May 1.-THE testimony
on the part OF the prosecution in the Raum
investigation was practically closed this
morning, when the committee adjourned to
meet Monday, MAY %. At that time Mr.
Payson, on the part of General Raum, will
introduce evidence in rebuttal,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
Thornton Bros, 1es Federal Street.

Our cotton, pongee and silk draperies must
be cheap, at least there is no let-up to the
rush in this department. Our 61c line OF
cotton pongee, Sc inches wide, ladies tell us
is on sale elsewhere at 1215c What robbery
A lot of Smyrna rugs to be closed ont this
week-sllghtly soiled. Come early to the
Cash Store, Allegheny.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

of sugar bounty under the Mckinley act on
account of the production for the present
fiscal year have been practically completed.
The bounty amounted to about $500, 900.
The estimate for the ensuing fiscal year is
SO. .OOO. 600.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
Gold Free,

Our offer of 50 gold filling free in every
best set of Ss teeth expires June /. Come in
time TO take advantage OF it at the New
York Dentists, Sixth and Liberty streets.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

J. II. KUNKEL & Bro. are in a position to
save you money on carpets and lace cur
tains this week.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

Advertisers in the Daily and Sunday Dis
patch under "To Let Rooms" and "Wantcd
Boarders" cent-a-word advertising columns
find 1t the best
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
A Fort Named for Harrison.

WASHINGTON, May 14-secretafy Ell
kins has directed that the new military post
at Helena, Montana, be named Fort Har-
rison -
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
NEW ADVERTISEMENT.
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
given AWAY FREE
VANS CHARM ROOT BEER.
The great temperance drink
on draught at
THO M SONS
new YORK GROCERY

During the entire summer season.
Now is your chance to eat, drink and
be merry.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

WATCHES never so low in price as now.
Take advantage and buy at present reduced
prices at j. P. Steinmann's. los Federal
street. wsu
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

THE biggest sale of shortlength carpets
ever seen in Pittsburg begins tomorrow
morning at Edward Groetzinger's, 627 and
629 Penn avenue.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

Ifyou don't want the dollars worth take
the half dollars worth, and If not the half
take the quarters worth; will give you the
benefit of the above prices in any quantity.
6Oc tea we give you 1--WE pounds of granuated
sugar free.
To our city customers we will allow car
fare on all orders of IS or more.
Goods delivered free to all parts of both
cities. TO those living out OF the city we
will prepay freight on NIL orders of $40 and
upward to any station or landing within 100
miles of Pittsburg. Send Tor price list.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

GREAT sale of short lengths of carpets at
Edward Groetzinger's all this week.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
Marriage Licenses Issued Yesterday.

READ Edward Groetzinger's ad on second
page to-day. 1t will pay you.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15
Millions for Sugar Bounty.

WASHINGTON. May 14-The payments
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-05-15

81 lbs best baking chocolate. ......$1 90
s lbs German sweet chocolate ... l 90
8 lbs pure cocoa ...........,,.......1 ] 90
sacks good Amber flour (guaranteed) so
20 lbs choice Carolina rice. ce............1 ! 90
5cans extra lemon cling peaches. 1900. 90
13 cans Standard tomatoes. s............. ! 90
IS cans fine sugar corn rn..... / 90
IL cans good peas ..........-..............1 ! 90
II cans backberries. es.......................1 90
"a cans pumpkin (3-D cans) )............. 90
IL cans good table peaches (3-B cans) 80. is
IL cans Bartlett pears e. h cans). ........ 30
u cans green gage plums (3-b cans) 70
8 lbs broken Java coffee. 90
Slbs broken Rio coffee ree.......... 90
5lbs evaporated raspberries. ...... 90
90 lbs evaporated blackberrieS. .......... 90
IS lbs English currantS. Observation-Disclosures. l 90
25 lbs Valencia raisinS. inS....................1 ! 90
IL lbs fancy evaporated peaches ......... 90
u lbs fancy evaporated apricots. ....... 90
10 lbs dessicated cocoanut .......l 90
40 lbs rolled oats ..............1 90
rs lbs lump starch ... 90
30 lb pail home made jelly............... 80
ID IDS lima Deans.. w
l6 quarts navy beans ns.......1 90
scans condensed milk Observation-Disclosures. 90
10 packages best gelatine 90
so bars best securing soap................ ! 90
30 bars scent wax oap.................... 90
80 bars Scent floating soap................ l 90
so bars good scrubbing soap. ! 90
l dozen extra large lemons. ............. 10
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
PROPERTY HOLDERS PROTEST

They Sue the city Officials for Tres
pass for Removing the Twenty.
fourth Street Dam-Result Of the
Injunction.
The removal by the city of the Twenty
fourth street dam and the subsequent in
junction secured by the city, preventing
the property holders from reconstructiug
it, has resulted in precipe being filed
by Judge Wilkinson in the office Of the
clerk of the circuit court, on behalf of the
property holders for suit for trespass
against Mayor McConochie, Street Su.
periptendent Blaisdell. Marshal Miller, q
number of policemen and several work.
men. The real purpose Of the proceed
ings is to see if the measures which have
been adopted will hold water in law az
well as the obstruction removed
did, in fact and reality. The
lot on which the dam was
constructed is in the new addition of the
Schnell syndicate and is owned by David
L. Rowe, q nonresident. and in his be-
half R. J. MCGEE enters the proceedings.
In view OF the fact that the suit is filed in
Mr. McGees name, the Union seizes upon
the idea of making political capital by
landing the mayor and abusing Mr.. Nc
Gee, whereas the case is simply one of
the legal rights of a number of property
holders on the one hand and right Of city
officials on the other. The Union is hard
up for argument to further the mayors
political ambition when it goes so far out
OF its way as not only to pounce upon
Mr.. MCGEE, but also the defeated candi-
date for alderman in the Third ward.
The significance it attempts to attach
to Mr.. Lloyd's candidacy is about as in-
significant as the paper itself, and its res
| Election upon number of our best cIti>
zens who are interested in the Schnell
syndicate, whom it accuses Of attempting
to pack the council as bsseless SANDER
as could possibly be. The Union will
make about as much Roadway ia creating
popularity for the mayor as he did for
himself in his recent Hsrper's theatre
speech. The property holders in
Schnell's addition are not following the
course of the defeated congressman whose
place the mayor would love so dearly to
fill, and demanding money from the city's
treasury they are simply seeking to
know who is right-they or the city off,
Gals as individuais-they lay no claim on
the city.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
River RiDIerS

The stage of water at the Rock Island
bridge at noon was 80; the tempera-
ture As.
The Verne Swain came down today
and the F. G. A. Denkmann and Verne
Swain passed up.
Capt. David Upton, of the government,
service, has gone to Keokuk to get the
Gen. Barnard in shape for her seasons
work.
After reaching Dubuque on the present
trip the Sidney will return to st. Louis,
reaching there next Thursday. if the
present plans are carried out, and will
then leave for St. Paul, the first through
boat of the season.
The river strike at St. Louis did not
end without bloodshed. Fred Nelson,
'scab." was stabbed from behind and
killed. John A. Rubey, striker, is
under arrest, charged with the crime.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
Death Of a Veteran Engineer

John A. Mccormick, the veteran G. R.
l. & T. engineer. died at his home,
SIS East Eighth street Davenport at 8
o'clock yesterday afternoon, aged So
years. He had been an engineer on the
Rock Island for years and grew old in the
service of the company. He had kept
his health until few months ago when
ne was taken down with a stroke of
paralysis. He has been confined to his
home ever since. and of late had been
failing more rapidly, his death occurring
yesterday afternoon. Mr.. Mccormick
leaves besides a widow three SONS and q
daughter, John and James. both engi-
neers on the c., R. 1. s. P, and residing
in Chicago; Edward, who resides in DAY.
export, and Mrs. W. j. Purcell, also of
Davenport. He was well-known and
very popular among his associates by
whom he was held in the highest esteem.
The funeral occurs from his late home to
Sacred Heart cathedral Davenport to-
morrow morning at o'clock.
Horace Tucker died at his home in
Sears of paralysis yesterday morning at
6 o'clock, aged So gears. The funeral
occurs from his late home there tomor-
row morning at 8 O'Clock.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
The Delegates,

Democratic caucuses were held in all
the wards except the Second-which will
be held tonight-Saturdsy night to select
delegates to the county convention to be
held next Thursday afternoon at the court
house. The results are as follows:
FIRST WARD.
In the First ward j. W. Corcoran was
chairman and F. ]. Raible secretary.
The delegates are: Charles Rite,
George Kale, F. j. Raible and J. W.
Corcoran.
THIRD WARD.
In the Third ward there was an unus-
ually large attendance. Nm. Briggs
was called to the chair and Aid. Dan
Cerken acted as secretary. The follow
ing were the delegates chosen: NJ. NJ.
Briggs, William Hoeft, Peter Schlemmer,
Robert McQusde. John Ainsworth and
George W. Henry.
FOURTH WARD.
Valentine Dauber was elected chair
man OF the Fourth ward caucus and John
McDsrrah secretary. The delegates are:
E. w. Hurst, W. c. Maucker, John
LooneY, John McDarrah and Valentine
Dauber.
FIFTH WARD.
]. W. WEIGH presided over the Fifth
ward caucus and T. A. Fender was sec
rotary. The delegation is composed Of:
j. w. WEIGH, John Fender, J. E. Reidy,
Robert Kuschmann, 81. L. Wheelan and
T. A. Fender.
SIXTH WARD.
L. q. Blanding was chairman of the
Sixth ward caucus and J. F. Dindinger
secretary. The delegates selected are !:
G. W. Schlegel. L. G. Banding, John
Atkinson and George B. Browner.
SEVENTH WARD.
The delegates from the Seventh ward
are: j. E. Lsrkin, William McEniry and
G.. B. Marshall.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
ONE ENJOYS

bth the method and results when
ETrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
F!d refreshing to the taste, and acts
Fsntly vet promptly on the Kidneys,
irer and Bowels, cleanses the sys-
I'm eaectually, dispels colds, head
| ,5ss and fevers and cures habitual
|on:tination. Syrup of Figs is the
(aly remedy of its kind ever pro
Erced, pleasing to the taste and &C.
|.rtsble to the stomach, prompt in
4: action and truly beneficial in its
|Fscts, prepared only from the most
fesIthy and agreeable substances, its
fspv excellent qualities commend it
\ all and have made it the mosi
E9ular remedy known. ~
/ Syrup of Figs is for sale in SOC
Ipd 81 bottles by all leading drug
E:e ANY reliable druggist who
BAY not have it on hand viii pro-
[rre it promptly for any one who
fishes to try it, DO not accept any
Institute.
| CALIFORNIA FIG syrup CO.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
nUEssL.E q ssW rORk ~
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
jQbscribe for Stock

In the Second series of the
HOme Building and Loan Asso-
liatiOn, of Rock Island.
A safer and better investment
han Government Bonds, be-
Fause the loans are made only
tpOn established values and it
pays more than three times as
Huch interest besides the
Rmount invested and the profits
pan be withdrawn at any time.
Money loaned at lowest rates.
R. A. DONALDSON, Secretary.
91noE, Rooms 3. 4, 5 and Masonic Temple,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11

Lanes Family Medicine moves the
bowels each day. Most people need to
use it,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11

hoods Pills are purely vegetable, per-
fectly harmless. effective, but do not cause
pain or grippe. Be sure to get Hoods.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
Its Excellent Qualities

Commend to public approval the Cali
fornia liquid fruit remedy Syrup of Figs.
II is pleasing to the eye, and to the taste
and by acting gently on tie kidneys. liver
and bowels it clsanses the system effect
ually, thereby promoting the health and
comfort of all who use it.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
Notice.

To subordinate unions and ASSEMBLIES.
As the existing trouble between the Dav-
export Typographical Union No. 1876 and
the Davenport Leader company, was adj
justed April 3, 1899, said publishing
company signing an agreement as asked
for by the Typographical union, all or.
ganized labor are urged to take notice.
DR.. G. T. LINDLEY, PRIEST.
N. V. CoNcANNoN, Sec'y.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11

0nlna, glass, lamps and
E'ls cutlery.
1nat means everything you
T.. On your table, except linen,
~'l l don't keep.
|, In all I have, 1 try to lead,
/, In prices and quality; not
p7Sp as to be trash, but
|"' at a reasonable price.
Nfe you Interested in
EOns ?
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
500 Reward

Fifty dollars will be paid for the recov-
cry of the body of Leigh johnson, and
$50 for that of Fingal Hill, drowned in
the Mississippi on Saturday afternoon.
WALTER JOHNSON,
ANTHONY HILL.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11

The grandest stock of fine millinery
west of Chicago. Moderate prices on
high class goods.
Easter dress goods, 5000 yards fine
choice styles of spring dress goods,
must be sold this week. Decided bar
gains.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11

Strains and external injuries are the
chief causes of weak ankles and Joints,
BY the free use Of Salvation Oil Q cure
will be effected in q short time.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11

Coughing leads to consumption.
Kemp's Balssm will stop the cough at
once.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1892-04-11
Your Blood

Undoubtedly needs thorough cleansing
this season to expel impurities, keep up
the health>tone and prevent disease. You
should take Hoods Ssrsaparilla. the best
blood purifier and system tonic. 1t is
unequalled in positive medicinal merit.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1892-12-09
THE UOVEMENT IN CANADA.

The Canadian press in terms that differ only
in intensity harshly answer President llar-
risons suggestions concerning the matters IN
controversy between this country and Canada.
1t was scarcely to be expected, OF course. that
the Canadians would find pleasure in the Pres
ident's remarks They were said because they
were true and needed to be said, and we ale
confident that they correctly express the views
and opinions of Americans generally. The
Canadian newspaper reply is in the form OF
insulting references to the fact that President
Harrison is a defeated candidate. The Con-
scryatve organs are especially bitter. The
Toronto World" regards what was said in the
Message about Canadian affairs as an "eXhlbi-
ton of spleen over his defeat" and, observes,
addressing the President, 1--WE have now t.
deal with your conqucrorS, not with defeated
and dsgmntlcd party "Thc Empire also,
fms comfort in this idea, though it notes that
there are "muT,eringS' against Canada in
several Democratic newspapers But the i'm
poltant fact revealed in all the Canadian press
comments is that a large and powerful element
of the Canadian people is American. not Brit
ish, in sentiment, and looks upon the conduct
Of Canada in the fisheries matter the Behring
sea dispute, the canal JOIlS audlf, ana all tne
other subjects that have created feeling here
and there as mistaken always and generally
wrong The vicious expressions of Tory papers
are intended rather for these American-minded
Canadians than for us.
The signs are daily multiplying that the end
of the present governmental system in Canada
is not far distant. In the past the fight be-
tween those who desired conditions to remain
n they are and those who wished a change has
been conducted on lines altogether remote from
the ends really intended TO be attained. But
both sides are now growing frank. The Lib
eral claims that the whole question of the
future is open for debate and that no man is
to be prejudiced for the fearless expression OF
his opinion. The Tory claims that there is no
question as to the future, a claim which, OF
course, admits everything. Thus the two par
ties are gradually getting down to the real
controversy. 1t is no longer generally pre-
tended by Liberals that they stand for nothing
greater or more imposing than traffic ar.
rangement. The conservative element among
them notwithstanding Mr.. Oliver Mowats re-
ception of a neutrality-suspicious., indeed. to
some extent because Of that circumstances