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what Is ..rrottx2.

ask for information. 1 have been
reading lately a very clever novel about
English artist life and English smart
society. Twice over in the story a smart
young woman is made to describe cer-
tain articles of costume in. a brides
trousseau as ''quite too awfully trotty
for words" have never to my knowi-
edge heard the phrase ''trotty'' used in
that sense. Is it an epithet of London
smart society? If so, what is its sup
posed derivation? Is it imported from
America. as most of our slang phrases
lately are? Any information on this
point kindly supplied viii be rewarded
with the best thanks'of this writer. who
feels y considerable interest in slang
In II
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1893-02-04
THE CHURCHES.

ct. PETERS CHURCH Rev. Father BRoEs-
- GEEST Pastor. Low Mass every Sunday ut
IA. NJ. High Mass at 1O:3O A. N. Vespers at
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1893-02-04
Not . Ffve Ccnt Lonf.

While treasurer of the Maine Central
Mr.. Linscott always made his own bank
deposits, taking the immense amounts
in bills wrapped in newspaper under
his arm as he rode up town on street
car.
"Why does that old gentleman carry
up that loaf of bread every day? on one
occasion inquired the conductor.
The value of the loaf Of bread was
probably not far from $50 600, Lewis
ton Journal.
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Arour.reA cora Phile.ophsr.

Among the mA7y anecdotes relating
TO the late Rev Tho mas Hill, D. D., is
one told by himself DR.. Hill and his
wife awoke quite early one morning and
regarded with interest c,rib which cop-
tanned a precocious child OF less than
four years. Presently the child turned
her face up to the ceiling and solilo-
quized: ''Oh, how much easier it is for
a person to think than to act Now.
with a dog it is right the other way -
Boston Traveller
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SOCIETIES.

A ssEMBLY NO. 1927, K. OF L-Meets in K.
IA of P. hall the second and fourth Wednes-
days of each month at7:S0 p m.
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CHRISTIAN CHURCH-REv s. W. JxNK1Nsi
~ Pastor. Preaching in the Congregational
Church each Lords Day at P. N. All are
cordially invited
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1893-02-04
THE F1RE BENEFIr FUND.
Committees Final Report of Receipts
and Disbursements.

Td tie Honorable Mayor and Common
Council of Dallcs Cit4:
We, your committee appointed as q
relief committee on September Sd, 1891,
to receive and distribute. contributions
for the aid of sufferers from the fire of
September Cd, 1891, have completed all
work and herewith submit our report.
As shown below all funds and supplies
have been disposed of, and the commit
tee have dissolved:
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PKoFEssIoNAL CARDS.

~ -iDDAL LII DENTIST. Gas given for the
kIs painless extraction of teeth. Also teeth
yet on rtowed aluminium plate. Rooms: Sign of
the Golden Tooth, Second Street
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1893-02-04
THE DALLES.

Wasco County, Oregon,
The Gate City of the Inland Empire head
Of navigation the Middle Columbia. thriving pros
porous city
ITS TERRITORY
It the supply city rich agricultural
and grazing country reaching
Lake. distance of over rtwohu miles.
The Largest Wool Market.
The rich grazing country along the slope of the Cas-
cades furnishes for thousands sheep the wool from
which finds market here.
The Dalles largest original wool shipping point
America $1,000 pounds being shipped last year
ITS PRODUCTS
the finest the Columbia yielding
a of of
doubled in future.
products of beautiful KIckitat valley market
the country south has this year the
warehouses; and all available storage places overowng
their products
ITS WEALTH.
city money
scattered and being used develop farming country
than is tributary olany other city Eastern Oregon.
Its situation unsurpassed Its climate delightful pos
sbities incaculable Its unlimited
she stands
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CASH RECEIPTt
Amount forward


CASH DISBURSEMENTS.
Wood and provisions S 153 10
Clothing and bedding 1859 90
For furniture ~ 1913 32
Miscellanenus(includ-
ing nursing, railroad
fares, cash, hauling
printing, services,
etc c.......... 3S2 90 $3692 AZ
1ONiniiSO p Oof %
The committee having completed its
duties and settled all claims allowed,
for the relief of fire sufferers, finding
the above amount remaining over, re-
solved to place it in the hands of the
following committee of ladies for chari-
table use, together with 76 sacks of ffour
remaining from Walla Walla's contribu-
ton of flour and potatoes: Mrs. T. S.
Lang, Mrs. n. B. Sinnott, Mrs. Smith
French, Mrs. c. T. Donnell, Mrs. ]. o.
Mack and Mrs. D. NJ French.
SUMMARY OF DISTRIBUTIONS.
No. of families receiving aid "a
No. of widows and widows families
receiving aid 15
No. OF single women receieing aid . 8
No. OF single men receiving aid -. s
Total number persons receiving aid 2S7
The following voluntary cash subscrip-
fiona vrora ranairad fro,D 4b;a o;4,-
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
The Circuit Court.

The case in sssumpsit OF James Keleher
VS.. Matthias Schnell pending in the cir
cult court for several days was dismissed
Yesterday. the Dlsintiff g attorneys con-
Guiding not to go on with the case.
The case of Mrs. Ella Bo'tz against the
city of Rock Island for So 900 damages,
which she claims on account OF being
thrown out OF q buggy ON Elm street las;
October, which accident is said TO be due
to her horse walking into trench upon
which she alleges the proper danger sig
nails had not been placed. William
McEniry appears for the plaintiff and
City Attorney Haas represents the de-
Tense. The c4se is being tried before a
jury composed of: A Scribner. Chris.
Guldenpfennig. Jr , J. r Newton. Bar
ton Lincoln. John Wochner. James Dilts,
John A. Nel,on, A F. Ecks.rom. Jr
Clinton Donahue, John A. Mohr, Elmer
Hanna and G orge Pilgrim.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13

Both the method and results when
Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly on the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, cleanses the sys-
tenn efFectually, dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing to the taste and &C.
peptable to the stomach, prompt in
lis action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend it
10 all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in SOC
and 81 bottles by all leading drug.
gists. Any reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand will pro-
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. DO not accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA FiG SYRUP co.
SAY FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE. Ky. NEW YORK. nv
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13

Beginning Thursday,
for the rest of this week
l will sell at one third
off, any central draft
lamp-banquet, piano,
or parlor lamp-in the
store, except the 81 and
81 % nickel stand lamp.
Don't miss this.
| also offer crumb
trays and brushes at
one third off, while they
last; not poor goods,
but the very best quail.
ty. Extra brushes on
hand.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13

Mes re- and Meedames Carter. Champion
and Hurst. TIE entire building was
brilliantly Illuminated. the interior being
cozily arranged suggestive Of winter
Preside ct home. On the second floor
Bleuer's orchestra dscoursed excellent
music, TO which large number tripped
The light fantastic, while out at the tobog-
gan slide another crowd held high carni-
val. After spending some time in the
exbilarating sport, they returned to the
Inn and mingled with The Others in the
dance At 1890 a delicious spread was
served by NewDerger. which was greatly
relished. and after it had been finished,
some time was spen, in .ncing the com
pany returning home at a seasonable
hour. 1t was happy night for everyone
present. and the jolly crowd made an am
imsted scene on the romantic Tower. The
following were present:
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
soms Strange Misnomers.

OF the Russia leather comes from Con
nett, Bordeaux wine from California, italian
me from Kentucky, Fr.nch lace from New
Ydnd spanish nackerel from the New Jer.
sest. DIR Pierce's Golden Med cal Discov-
ernes from Buffalo, N. Y, but there is moth
inits name to criticise for it is truly golden
inIe, as thousands gladly testify. Con-
suon is averted by its use, and it has
wnt many positive cures. 1t corrects torpid
liynd kidneys, purifies the blood, banishes
dy'sia and scrofula, renews the lease OF life,
arnes up the system as no,hi else will do.
Wis more. it is guaranteed TO do all this, or
ttice is refunded.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
Our Medical Men.

Toe Iowa and Illinois Central District
Medical association will hold four NEE =
ings yebr; one in summlr at Schue'z n
park and one in winter in the Davenport
Business Mems association rooms, Que in
summer at Black Hawks tower and one
in Rock Island. The regular meeting
WAS held in Davenport yesterday at the
rooms named. Those present were Drs
Sala and W. FL. Ludewig, of Rock
Island; l.. G. M,or, of Buffalo. and
G. 81 Robertson, J. H. Kulp, w. L.
Allen, A W Csntwell. A w. Elmer
and Jennie McCowtn. of Davenport, and
Bowman snd Asa, OF Andalusia, III.
DR., Lude wig read paper on antiseptic
surgery and DR. Robinson one on Ira
cbon-. Dr. Moor had paper, but the
subject was not announced.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
Four Cities ut the Worlds Fair

a joint meeting was held at the room
of the Davenport Business Mems associ
alton last evening of the committee rep
resenting the council and Business Mems
association to CONSIDER plans for an ex-
hibit at the Worlds Fair. It was de.
cided to hold a meeting of the four cities =
Davenport, Rock Island. Moline and
Milan-st the Harper house. next Tues
day evening. An invitation was ad
dressed to the mayors of Rock Island
Moline and Milan, also to the presiden
OF the Business Mems associations il
each of the three cities
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
School Matters .

The board OF education at lis regular
monthly meeting increased the salary of
Miss Mary Murphy to $50 per month. uu-
der the rule. and accepted tue report of
tie committee on insurance, placing
So. O00 additional on No 6 in the agency
of G. W. d Harris.
The report of Truant Officer Kimball
for the month of December showed that
he had caused eight pupils to become en-
rolled and had investigated 100 cases of
absence and arrested II trusnts and re-
turned the same to school.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
WOOD rs HIGH.
AnoOnly One Place to Get it
From.
BUTTHE PEOPLE MUST HAVE IT,

Wod at $3.50 per Load-AImost DoubI
VIII 1t Sells for In Summer-CIaim
thsCity Ordinances will not Permit Il
Beg Piled to Dry-But 1t Is Done jus
thsame.
Fdseversl days past more or less com,
plsiIhas been made in different parts Of
the y On account of the increased price
in wd, which has been gradually creep,
up fGsome time. The price now paid to
localeslers is So so per load, which is
probly the highest rate it has ever
reach in the city. The custom for
thoseho deal in wood is to buy the re-
fuse rom tie saw mills in the summer,
pile iup and retail it out by the load
dsrirthe year.
A Healthy Increase.
Lssummer wood seld at 81 rs to
$l.5oer load Today those who want
it pss2'50 per load for it and those
whoive it are not particular about
sellitit at that price. 1t falls heavily
on tisheulders OF the poorer people of
tae q, and when the difference in price
is tnght of it strikes one as a ratne
healE increase to take place in few
mons The business in that line in
~ is virtually held by one firm, the
Rocls and Fuel company, who also do
d geral wood business in Davenport.
why the Price is Advanced.
Irrder TO live The ARGUS readers
the sson for the raise in the price of
thisind of fuel, . reporter called st
the hce OF the company and met Will
iamNber., one OF its members. Upon
an quiry from the reporter as TO
wheer or not there had been raise in
the rice of wood, Mr.. Huber replied
tls had been gradually advancing in
pridor several years. He then m AIDE an
extaed explanation OF the matter dur
| inge course of which he said that his
| conny had contracted for the output
of mills OF the city, AMI as it was too
mu bother to sell to other teamsteIs
thesere now hauling ali their own
| We.
re other dealers selling wood at the
s,tprice?" asked the reporter.
e. one else has any wood" replied
Mau5er, land we are hauling what We
artflling from Moline"
there any truth to the report that
theice is higher on account OF the re-
strDns placed by city ordinances in re-
qG g it 20 be piled 90 feet away from
snpuse, street or alley ?" was asked.
s, there IS" was the reply. If We
dibt have to comply with those or
d,nces, We could pile up plenty of
wo bat cannot find room as it is.
'there any other reason for the in
Gre in price, Mr.. Hubert
rs, sir We can sell wood in Chi
cseor IS much or more than we can
geDr it here" said Mr.. Hu1er, and a
yot man behind a desk cor tiuued
"sit can go to Chicago and DC sold
forat price il Rock Island PEG lie don't
wsto paw it"
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
Two Sides of the Case

substance Ar. Huoer's remarks
wao the Eject that it was largely due
TOT existing ordinances that the prices
ws0 much higher, but he did not ex-
pillow 1t happened that the company
haweod piled along Moline avenue
rilnp the street, in direct violation of
ORANGES that are now sought to be
mas an excuse for putting up the
prof wood. Neither did he explain
haas that wet wood is being sold to,
daor higher price than the factors
wdhss been sold for until within the
la9ur months.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
Think Of It.

Over hsif million people die every
year 10 the Uai'ed States from Lung ind
Throat diseases, which always star, from
Cold or Cpu9h. If you are suffering
from any of the above diseases try this
remarkable Cough Syrup, and You will
use no other afterwsrd We have huns
dIeGs of testimonials from those ben, fi,~
ted byit.
25 AND so CTS A BOTTLE. SAMPLE RIOTS
TIES 10 CTS.
Ask your druggist TOR DR.. McKann's
Irish Cough Syrup. Take no Other! One
trlsl is I'll that is necessary to coovince
you Sent to any address by express On
receipt of price Made only by the pros
prietor.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
Tax Notice.

The taxes for 1892 are now due and
may be paid to the undersigned at Hurs
& Donaldson's office in Masonic Temple
block. Please bring your last years re-
ceipt, which will enable the collector Il
find your description on the tax books,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13

Despite the fact that one of the worst
billiards. OF the season held uudisputed
sway last night, it did not prevent large
number from enjoying one of the most
unique and pleasant entertainments that
has been given during the social season.
In response to invitations from Mesdames
E W. Hurst. G G. Carter and R. Cramp.
ton, some forty ladies and gentlemen
gathered at Black House Inn and were
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13

feast was spread in the banquet hall, sf-
ter which the floor of the temple was
cleared for dancing. Bleuer's orchestra
furnishing music, while George Stroehle
acted IS prompter in the terpsichoresn
festivities.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13

Public Installation of Barrett Chapter and
Trio and Rock Island Lodges, A. +. & A.
NJ, at Masonic Temple Mesdn mes Car
ter, Hurst and Champion Give "a Delight
full NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. at Black
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
Art Store.

We have this week received an impor
tatiou of French white china for decors
ton.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-01-13
insurance.
AGENTS.

Buy, sell aud manage property on commission,
money co ct rents, also carry , line Of first
class fire Insurance companies, building lots Tor
sale in OIL he'd fcrent ADDITIONS. Choice residence
property in ali parts Of the city.
Room 9, Mitchell Lynde binding, ground
1og-. I'm rear Of Mitchell q Lynde bsns.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1893-11-09
On Sale Today.

10 dozen more Of the Ladies SOC
fleeced lined Jersey Ve,te and
Pants at 81 1-2c.
Mems Gamers Hair Shirts and
Drawers Shirts with satin trout
worth 75c, at 4Sc.
Mems scarlet, al wool Shirts
and Drawers, worth 81 O. It JSc.
Mems Natural Wool I-2 Hose,
II IL; a pair.
100 pieces all silk Moire Ribbon,
picot edge, No. 5 at 4c a yard.
100 dozen Silk Embroidered
Handkerchiefs, &c each.
20 pieces, new patterns, dark
Prints, sc yard.
20 pieces 35.inch bleached Cot,
ton, worth &c, Z l &c a yard.
80 dozen bleached Persian Bath
Towels, II l.2c.
Shelf o.. Cloth, sc yard.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1893-11-09
TERSE TRlBUNEITES.
Rraazv Paraeraphs Picked 10 Everv'
where bv Ubiquitous REPORTERS.

where bv UBIQUITOUS Reporters.
Turkey rsffies will soon be In order.
Couri Central A. o. f., is arranging for
a concert
Now that election is over more atten-
tion will be paid TO business.
The ladies Of ~. Paul's parish will hold
a harvest supper this evening.
Get ready for the 18th, Democrats, and
vote for the plurality amendment.
Yesterday afternoon the police found
and restored to its home a lost child.
Frank Murray OF this city has returned
from a visit TO relatives In New York.
The members OF the Broad OF Aldermen
do not think 1t much OF a snap to count
votes.
The polo games for tonight are Brock
ton at New Bedford and Providence at
Boston,
Officer James Smith has gone to New
York TO look after some property which
has been left TO him.
THE Central Falls Temperance Cadets
are a big draw Ing card at Lothrop's Grand
Opera House this week.
This evening In Infantry Hall the street
car employees will hold social for the
benefit OF George II. Foster.
Tue anniversary ball OF the Crescent
Literary Association OF Central Falls will
be held in the A Aicszsr tomorrow evening.
Tower Post, No. II, @. A. r, will hold
an open meeting next Monday evening,
with an address, mt usic, singing and read.
ings.
There was no session OF the Court OF
Probate yesterday afternoon, owing to
the unavoida ole absence OF His Honor
Judge Blodgett.
The city is again going to try and sell
that $500 900 OF bonds and the bids will
close Dec. 2. This will make the third
attempt and the paper will soon be sec
ond handed.
Don't you like a good dinnerH Then
dine at the Main street restaurant OF s. B.
Havens q Company, for there you always
find viands OF the best and choicest delics-
cies OF the season.
The draft OF programme for the COM
ing entertain pent Of The Souug Mems
Catholo o Association " e lost IN Mineral
SurIne avenue yesterday. rng finder will
'ly leave It at GreI nan store or this
o.
Olneyvilll s,riFers are to be the
bor iciaries OF al entertainment In Di-
m I'D Hall, Randall square, Providence,
tom PROV evening, under the auspices OF
the State central committee OF the Social
Labor party.
The bronze statue OF Columbus OF the
rtholdi mould was unveiled with I'm.
pressive ceremonies at Elmwood yester-
DIV afternoon. Prof. Andrews made the
presentation speech and Mayor Potter sc-
cepted the gilt in behalf OF the city.
There Is great admiration for the scenery
In "ArouDd tbs World In Eighty Days" at
Lothrop's Grt nd Opera Houss this week,
especially tire scene representing the
cabin of the Henrietta" IL is the work
OF Fred Devere and Charles Monroe,
Providence artist.
The Board OF Directors OF Associated
Charities met Tuesday and elected officers
rs follows: President, Darius l.. Goff;
Vice President, Rev. Frederick w. Hamil-
ton; Treasurer, Mrs. James l.. Wheaton;
Agent, Graham Cowpert hwaite; Secretary,
81 les Sarah Blodgett. The resources of
this asso yiation are taxed to their utmost
and contributions I'm money or clothing
will be thankfully received.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1893-11-09

II was not the isnitor OF the Pacific bank
blildlng that had the trouble with Peter
Johnson yesterday, but John Brown,
ianitor OF the First National Bank. Pete
telephoned to Chief Perry and said he
"quietly knocked him down." Wit
nesses say Peter began the trouble.
Peter Johnson was around again last
night ana had with him a broom such as
used by street sweepers. Officer Sweet
got after him on the East side and Pete
ran into the Pswtucket Hotel, going out
a back door and down Main to Water
streets, where the officer lost all trace OF
him.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1893-11-09
/ lwtufact Jribnue.
The WtAI HtR.

ALMANAC ron THURSDAY. Nov. o.
sus kIsEs........ 2s Moos SETs. 10 Pm
fTs 1rs6Tn TTIs,'ii;'.s o, i;:y..,s ~ n FULL su ~
WAsHISGToS, Nov 9-Forecast for
Main p, New tia pshne and Vermont
Fa fol owed by showers in spuI hern r
uons; southeriy winds, shifting 10 north
erly.
For Massachusetts,, Rhode Island and
Connecticut: eataning wssther and
rain; northeast winds, probably danger.
ans o6 The southeast New England coast
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1893-11-09
Shoe Department.

Our Ladies' Button Boot, in
opera toe, at 81 so, that was made
UP to sell at $3.50. We have just
l20 pairs left. If you want to
save 81 clean money buy this
shoe; price all week at $3.50 pair.
Ladies heavy, double sole Shoe,
in button or lace, all widths, just
the shoe for winter wear, at $l.9S
a pair; worth So pair.
BOYS SHOES.
Messenger Shoes are the best
Shoes in the market for service.
Every pair warranted solid leather
throughout and you will save
money in buying this shoe tor
your boys: Price, II to 2, 81 80 a
pair; 8 to 5 1-2, 81 75 a psir.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1893-11-09
pteo.

LYNNE Central Fails. 9Th inst. Terrence
L. nm, aged &years. Funeral Friday. Ia. IN
from No. 535 High street. Relatives sno
friends iuylted To attend.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1893-11-09
RADIKlNI g. COONEY.
TRINITY SQUARE.
The place to buy your Dry Goods and Shoes, pro
viding you desire to buy the best goods at the
lowest prices, is at oui store

Choice ofour entire assortment
of 25c Dress Coos at lSc yard.