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Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17


ful lot Of coffee. 1t sort of eased her trou-
BILE at first, and after time she found she
couldn't get along without it. So the
habit stuck to her, and she Kept making
1t stronger and stronger and drinking
more and more of it,
''That's true chimed in a number of
those present, who were familiar with
Mrs. Murdock's habits.
You can stake your life it amt rum,
DOCTOR" added a man With long hair.
She hated the sight of it, She's always
been an active temperance worker, and
only last week she promised to deliver an
address on Rum, the Curse Of Ciyiliza-
tiOn.'"
''How many cups of coffee would she
drink in q day?" asked DIR. Nichols.
1T might be 20 and it might be 40.
And strOng-sakes alivev'
And Ii didn't make her feel baas''
1T did lately, doc. She found she want.
ed more of it all the time. Her hands used
to shake, and she complained that her ewes
were getting queer like
The doctor called in assistance. and con-
sultations were held and experiments
made. 1t was observed that during the in
tervals OF the patients delirium she craye(l
most fiercely for coffee. When coffee was
administered to her, she exhibited precise
ly the symptoms shown by an or1inary
delirium tremens patient who is given
whisky. Mrs. Murdock had no desire for
alcohol at all, and refused to touch it.
1t was established on unimpeachable
evidence that Mrs. Murdock had many
times striven to break herself Of the coffee
habit without success, and that on the
occasion preceding her alarming outbreak
she had dispensed with the beverage for
two whole days, suffering acutely mean
while.
And SO the doctors confessed Themselves
beaten, and incidentally rehabilitated
Widow MurdOck's character among her
temperance friends. She has recovered
from her attack now and is striving to
wean herself from her addiction to Mocha
and Java by less drastic means.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
Tanners Iron VIII.

Freeport Bulletin.
IL Is remarkable how John X. Tan
ner's political machine Of bossism
seems to control the republican par
ty. II may be doubted whether such
n man who has so little education
and general culture could in any
other nation or indeed in any earlier
era OF this nation become so complete
a master Of a political organization
except 1t be . party Of bossism. The
best republicans in the state feel hu.
inflated by Tanners candidacy.
This grand state Of Illinois will
never call such man to the COVER
nor's chair. even though he and his
forces by chicanery and fraud gain q
victory in the state convention.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
A CLERICAL UNDERTAKEN.
Rev. William 8. Clark breaches the Funer,
Sermon and Buries the Corpse.

Rev. william 8. Clark breaches the Funeral
Sermon and Buries the Corpse.
$50 last Sunday resigned, and in the
evening preached sermon, in which |
censured them in the strongest terms. !
took my text from Romans xiii, 9, Let
love be without dissimulation.' re.
preached them for their gOssiping and
backbiting. l fear that l did not have
much love in my heart for them at that
time, although I wished them we'll and
nope that they may secure some one to
minister to them. Since then have been
devoting all the time to my business. /
preach the funeral sermon when requested
to do SO rs well rs attend to my work as
an undertaken. 1 have had four funerals
since began, and they have been Jobs
wherc collected the money ut onoe.''
Thus spoke Rev. William S. Clark OF
Gutenberg, n. j., to New York re-
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

The Boston republicans are still
wondering what struck them. The
total vote was the largest ever cast
in that city-76,175-and the demo-
cratic majority was 4,257-a clear
democratic gain OF over 1000.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

A BULLETIN issued by the Illinois
department Of agriculture puts the
corn crop OF this state this year at
267. .425. 900 bushels, an average of SO
bushels to the acre. At the present
price Of corn, about 70 cents a
bushel, the crop is worth nearly
$67, 900, 900.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
Hoods pills cure all liver ills.


"Mystic Cure" for rhematism and
neuralgia cures in 1 to s days. Its
action upon the system 10 remarka-
BILE and mysterious. It removes Of
once the cause, and the disease
Immediately disappears. The first
dose greatly relieves, IS cents. Sold
BY Otto Grotjan, druggist, Rock Is
land and Gust. Schlegel & Son, 220
west Second street, Davenport.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
Broke Out With BoIis.

81 had boils break out on my arms
and shoulders and l suffered very
much in moving about. l saw
Hoods Sarsapsrilla SO highly recon-
mended that I thought I would give
it trial, and after had taken one
bottle felt very much relieved and
after taking three bottles I was en-.
tirely cured" j. Eugea, East
Carondelet, Ill.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
MADAME DRUsrLLA. THE SPANISH MIND

MADAME DRUsrLLA, THE SPANISH MIND
ID reader and fortune teller, the only Spanish
mind read T that ever visited this city; Seventh
daughter OF the third g reration. Madame Dru.
silla has been gifted by Goo with Q wonderful
gift Of nature TO reveal the mysteries OF your fu
ture. She tells the past. present and future BY
the planet you were born und. ?; also the namei
OF your friends and enemiee, and Of your future
companions; also what business Won are adapted
to. She can tell you where IN ind anything lott
or Q olen. She can tell you about absent frferde
whether living or dead. She can tell whether
companions are false or true: also what part OF
the country 10 1uckieet for Jon Thorough satis-
faction given. No t011 Fourth avenue, Rock
Island. Hours from to 10 p. m.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
AGENTS wANrED-MALE AND FEMALE

A GENTS WANTED-MALE AND FEMALE,
n old and yOurg. $40 10 SO per day easily
made, selling our Queen Plating Outfits, and do
ing gold. silver, nicxel copper snd brass plating
that fs warranted to wear from five to Is years on
every class Of metal. tablewear. jewe!ry, etc
to operate them. Can be carried by hama with
ease from house to house. same as grip sack or
eatchel. Agents are making money rapidly
They sell to almost every bueinees house. family
and Workshop. Cheap, dni able, simple and
within the reach Of ever, one. Plates almost in
stantly. equal 10 the finest new work. Send for
circulars. etc. Queen City Silver and Nickel
PlstIDg Co East s.. Louis. III.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
Pilss! Pilssi Pilesi

Dr.. Williams lnaim Pile Oinsment win euru
hind bleeding. alssFated and iteAing piles. Il
ahsosbs the tunoss, allays the itching q once,
acss - poaities. givss instant sslisf. d. VII
nans' Isdian Pils 0intnsntis prepared euly foa
pues md itching Of ths psivase paEts, and nothma
sse. 1very box = guaranteed. sosd b. drug
gises. ssat By nail. for 20 ee,ts aad d pr box.
Williams naaafaetasing company. Propriseorp,
Cleveland, OAio. oola b. z. II. nenasL
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

In Biddefori, Ne, they tell the tale of
dog that killed himself. First be
jumped from a height upon some rocks.
Still living. he dragged his MANNED body
to the water and drow ned himself.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

porter. He had just resigned the pastorate
Of the Gutenberg Congregational church
because the members Of the church object
cd to his mingling the undertaking bust.
ness with his pastoral duties. The church
paid him the munificent sum Of $5s. 25 a
year. and the reverend gentleman claimed
that he must live, even il he had to bury
his congregation.
Rev. Mr.. Clark's personal appearance
BELTS his trade. He has wealth of side
whiskers and visage long and solemn.
His whiskers and his hair are very black.
his clothes are Of the darkest material.
and his cheeks are as pale as his white
necktie. He talks in q monotone. and
there Is something SO awe compelling in
his manner that men forget all thin9s
worldly and frivolous when they look at
him.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

In Norway the horses are broken In by
women. They make pets Of them at first
Sssdtng the colts out Of their own hand
cd tsochine tham to follow IKE donA
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

TIE Monmouth Review will be 40
years old Dec. 20. The Review keeps
It's age we'll.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

QOMNEY GYPsY-LATeLY ARRIVED. IN
IL forms the public Of her wonderful powers in
reading the history Of ones life by examinir Q
the palm Of the hand. telling the past, prepeut
and future. Advice given In all business matters
and family affairs. She tells you the initial of
your future wife or husband. Cal on or address,
The Romney, 55l Twenty fourth street, Rock
Island.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
WANTED RELIABLE WOMAN N r

WANTED RELIABLE WOMAN ~ Ey.
" cry county to establish a corset psrlor for
the eale Of onr Celebfa ed Spinal Supporting Cor
sets and Double from End to End clasps, with
asbestos lined bust protector. Every pair war
ranted not to break or rust; absolutely imperyi-
ous to moistnre or pefspiration A new pair
given for every pair that breaks. Guarantee
printed on each corset. Recommended by over
10000 physicians. We furnish complete stock on
consignment and pay salary OF $40 to $65 per
month aud expenses; S3 sample outfit free. Send
10 cents postage for sample and terms. Hyeeia
Manufacturing company, 37S Canal street, New
York.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
Ter KlAney Treahlea

there is nothing better than Clinic
kidney Cure. Everyone who tries
It will agree to this. For sale at n.
+. Bahnssn's drug store.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

NOTICE TO ALL " HON IrMAY CONCHRN:
" This certiees that Mics Belle Freettedt, Sls
Twentv-fourth atreet. Rock bland, Is our duly
authorized agent for the sale of Silver Cream and
Red Star Cleaning Powder (silver polishes) in the
counties of Rock leland, Ill and scott c unty.
Iowa. J. A. Wright & Co.. KeeIe, H.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

N EN- TO SELL BAKING POWDER TO THE
ul grocery trade. Steady employment, expert
ence unnecessary. SIS monthly falary and ex-
penses or commissiOn. II cffer satisfact ,ry ad-
dress OF once with particulars concerning your
eelf. U. s. Chemical Works, Ch caso.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

OF M TO ANY MAN OR WOMAN WE
U1VO cannot teach to draw Q crayou por-
trait by our patent method in three lessons. We
pay our pupils $40 to Sls per week to work fer
US at home, evenings or elaIe time. Send for
work and particulars. Hermanu & Seymour SlS
South sixth street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

WANTED - HOUsEKEEPERS TO KNOW
W that Crystal marble enameled preserving
fettle also Acme cske bea'er and Red Star silver
polish, is sold BY agents permanently located at
SiS Twenty-fourth street. An s-quart kettle in
cluding strainer, patent cover, price 81. 81.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

WANTED-SCHOLARS TO LEARN THE
W French KELLOGG system at 1911 Second ave-
nue.. Tie comp etc system embraces the model,
complete instructions in cutting. fitting, French
basifng and boning for only SO. Usual price for
system complete. SIS. Mrs n. E. Lawson.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

VANTED-TO BUY FOR CASH SECOND
" hand goods Of every description. Money to
loan on cha'tels and all articles Of vslue. Goods
stored and sold on commission Leave vour or
der at 1872 Second avenue u. W. Jones.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

childnen Cry for
Plechos'o oaotD1la.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

WANTED THREE AGENTS-GENTLEMEN
W with good sddres. Good money to
No loafers need apply. 1 want hustlers. Can
make IS to SIS per day.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

NOW FEED-WE HAVE NOW OPEN OUR
~ silo and can furnish ensilage in email or
la.ge quantities lower than ever. Try II for
mich cows. Rock Island Canning company,
Sears, III.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

EOR SALE - SMALL PLANNING Mill. AT
L great eaortfce; eight msch'nes boiler, en-
eine. etc.. terms to sui /; good opening. Write
for full particulars. W. 3. Davis, 2l7 Main
street, GalesburS, III.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

WANTED-ENGAGEME BY A CERT
" ned professional nurse, late of Manchester.
England. Terms very reasonable. Apply 1918
Fourth avenue.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

DAIRY B. IRWIN. DEAIER IN NRw AND
u secondhand goods, also goods handled on
commission. Cash paif for all taleable furpj.
tnre Bef,re buying give me q eall-IsIl Second
avenue, Rock Island.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17

WANTED-AC COMPETENT GIRL FOR GEN
W eral housewoik. Must Rave inference
1917 Fifth avenue.
Rock Island Argus., 1895-12-17
Want Column.

WA NTED-A GOOD STRONG GIRL FOR
W general homework at 1901 Fourth avenue,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
How She fixeh Him.

He was a Theatre lover, and she didn't
Ike his style a little bit.
He was constant in his devotion. how
ever. and that made matters worse.
She had tried gentle means 10 get rio OF
him, but he had disrcgarded them with
painful persistency.
In this moment % her desperation he
feit IL incumbent si2on him TO propose 10
her. as men under similar circumstances
SO Cftcn 90.
Which they wouldn't II they had any
sense At all.
Dear one" he exclaimed. hurling HIM
self tragcally at her feet. Il love you.
Ny life is yours. VIII you take it,"
She did not look like a murderess.
Mr. Singleton" she responded. with
calm determination. Il with"
lie eazed at her raptarously.
"Don't do that" SHE begged. drawing
back from him as II In horror. II have
taken your life, as you requested me 10
Go. and you are henceforth TO all intents
and purposes dead
lie seemed dd2eJ.
81 DO not, NJ Singleton" she contin-
ned turning aside, desire to have n dead
person in the house and II you DO not go
away at once | shall ring for an ambu-
lance ami have you removed TO the
morgue."
Then the dreadful situation In which
his own precipitate folly had placed him
was revealed and he removed HIM II
with promptness and despatch.-New
York Sun.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

A train was swiftly running. for the en-
e.neer was late,
tncousciously was running 10 meet
fearful tate.
Before it was @ washout, which threaten
cd death 90 AN,
For none could hope for succor from such
an aNfui taI.
pncle Easrus saw the danger. ana ran
10 wave 10 back.
And in spite OF rheumatism, went rushing
mp the track
Wildly waving his bandaua-the moment
was sublime-
Thank GOD. mo last they see him, and stop
the train in time
when they realized the danger. ana from
what they had been saved.
Strcng men wcpt, and women tainted,
they'd been so near the grave;
Fair hands took hold those black ones,
Kind hearts gave tribute due.
And Uncle Eastus stood there scarcely
knowing what to DO.
A purse was made up quickly, and praise
unstiutel fen.
How did hc come 90 do 70, they al
asked him TO tell.
swell yol see de thing wuz els way, I
come up 90 dc scratch.
Cause I admit want dat thing trmhlin'
ia my watermelon patch
~. W LBSTNR DAVIS.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

When the Crops berin 10 Move.
7. seems the way that peple act tibet trcu-
ble's in the air,
For an the big mems faces look as II
they had scare
pu, father seq 4 Is no use fer foxes 10
be so glum.
Fer when the crops begin to move
Twill
Make
Things
hum,
Hard times IS all they tax about, and
how II used 10 be-
BEFORE Chicago had the fair In eighteen
ninety-three:
Rut father sez SIGH talk as that is hollow
as a drum.
Fer when the crops begin to move
Twill
Make
Things
Hunt
Thav talk about the silver craze an SKIER
sity OF coin,
And wonder II there isn't some new par
Is" thay kin joini
pr. father sez Il seems to him the peple's
goin' dumb.
Fer when the crops begin to move
Twill
Make
Things
Hunt
An father sez the fellers that has notfin'
else TO do
Pint sci around and talk and talk on
things that don't come true,
Nod heftor cit "move" on them and
look for Kingdom come"
For when the crops begin TO move
Twill
Make
Things
Hunt
Chicago Record.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

Biabzcr-Out I'm the country, where you
live. don't you find IL aggrayatins TO
hurry TO catch the trains?
Mazner-Oh, no. it's hurTying 70 miss
them that we find aggravaung. -RoXDury
Gazette.
Chtralese Love Song.
Chitral. the mountain country north
west Of India, which is now under an
English prOtectOrate. is an interesting
region. The Chitralis are superstl-
tious and therefore pOetical people.
They believe in fairies and elves and
good and evil spirits. Their love songs
arc quite charming. Here is an extract
from one. the third line referring TO the
custom Of the Chtr3l women 10 wear
their hair in Il low fringe over the fore
head
In the Spring time in the Spring time.
When the leaves and grass are green
With thy black fringe DER thy forehead,
Thou, my little love, art seem
Singing gaily ike a bulbul,
Like "A myna clear and true,
An why don't they give thee to me,
Without thee what can | do?
For / love thee. yea, ] love thee
More than country, more than life,
And I'd DIRK for thee for ever
IF they'd give thee me for wife;
For thou singest like bulhul,
Like p mNma clear and true.
love. ] cannot live without thee,
Love, dear love, what shall i do?
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

Miss Lily nestles Familiarity on the lap
OF a young gentleman who has been pay
ing his addresses 20 her big sister all
through the springtime OF this year.
TELL me, sir. are you wen otf?"
Eyes. my little pet"
"You are very well off?"
"Why. what difference can II make to
you whether ON rich or notg
"You see. my sister said yesterday that
she. would give twenty francs to know II
you we're we'll of. and I should Ike to
earn the money."-La Gandrtalc.
some men," says the Manayunk
Philosopher, ARE 20 cool In the face OF
danrer that IN icy sweat breaks cut -
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
No loicc ~ I,nzznrds BAY.

Onco al RuzzarFs Bay. while fishing,
7 sat musing. wondering, wishing
,rho. tho presidential mansion
7 could hold till life was Ger;
Az 7 Wondered on the matter,
Suddenly I heard a clatter
An interminable chatter
From the sloDing. pebbly shore
"Some intruderw then / muttered'
"Wants official bread, well buttered'
Some intOlerable bore
Seeking office, nothing more.
AS sat in deep reflection
Thinking OF the next election
7 evnerienccd such detection
As never felt before.
Turning. / behold a lowly
Buzzard. walking slowly
In and down the gravel MOOR
on my Tribes proudly standing,
Smoke | then In voice commanflng;
''TeH me truly, as prophet
What the future has In store.
What for me IL has in store.
TN convention consequential.
/ In the campaign presidential,
! VIII my efforts be potential,
And my power influential.
j TO secure the place once more?
Bird OF DEATH o bird OF evil.
/ Traversing the sandy level,
! BE thou angel or grim devil,
Soothe my spirit. sad and sore;
/ VIII again this noble nation
! Call me to that honOrcd station?"
Ouoth the buzzard, "Nevermore"
Nebraska Journal.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
She Was Right.

The benighted barbarian, I'm accordance
With the time hon0red custom OF his
tribe, lay in wait in the grass, waiting
for the approach OF the maiden whom he
had chosen TO WOO.
AS soon as she passed., he arose and.
with one blow of the large and knotty
club he carried, felled her to the earth.
she awoke from the consequent swoon
to find herself flung across his shoulder.
as be proceeded toward his hut. Though
dazed at first. she realized that she had
been proposed to in the regular style.
Dear me Mr.. Gwrrbblu," she twittered.
"this is so sudden"
In her case there was really some ex-
cuse for the remarkable
No. Maude dear. n moth Is not neces-
sarily cod-blooded creature because
n gets into a wooden -overcoat I'm the
spring and stays there all summer.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
A Natter Of Inheritance.

Tommy dnspecsing himself In the
locking glass)-"Papa, there's little
mole on the right side OF my nose just
Ike the one Uncle Scadds has on tho
right side OF his nose. / must have got
that from him"
Tommys Father with some bitterncsD
IF you did, you're the only relation
be has that ever got anything from him"
Chicago Tribune.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

The Old Man-Where are all my white
shirts and collars and ties1
The New WCman--Why. John. this -
the girls afternoon TO make calis'-Syra-
cuse Post
Irate Parent-"I forbid you the house.
SIR Suitor--'T don't want your house
Your daughter Is enough for me-"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
Results Of Chicken Stealing.

cantain Leon Morris Is the sole owner
and nrcprietor Of curiosity IN the way
OF a chicken, or rather cnicheh-oWi. io'
such the specimen looks 70 Pc mn
owl that is, Il stands perfectly straight,
SO ltraignt in fact that sometimes J,
twmbled backward The feathers an'
wings are Ike an OWLS also, but the
head Il that OF chicken. THIS II AK IS
an exhibitio1 az Morris and ne aftaDle
and polite captain viii take pleasure III
showing II 10 all who may desire TO nave
a lock- Demopolis Express.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
An AriStocratlc Profession.

Miss Hogaboom lof Chicago)-And VIVA;
Hamercy.
Lord Hamercy-Oh, when Alg .rnon
leaves oxford fancy he will fake cr'ers.
MICS Hogaboom (surpriss1-Yes? Well.
there are some real NICE gentleman Ha&
cling for pl-Puck-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
Economical.

Rrown-"I understand your wife IS a
great saver, especially on little things?
Jones-"You bet she is. Why, If she can
get a ten-cent article that Will last her
a lifetime. at three for a quarter. she al
WAYS buys a quarters worth IN order
~ save the difference. "-Cincinnau En-
Quirer.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

Can forget the look she gave.
When first | made my plea;
And asked II she would only share.
One half her love with me.
In mild surprise she gazed me DER.
"Sir." said She. you're bold,
"Rut since you only asked Tor half,
Suppose you take the whole.
J. a "
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

Chemistry, like n thrifty housewife
economies every scrap. The horse-shoe
nails dronned in the streets are carelui-
-s,,,s ,rbe main Ingredient of certain INK
gtas once the broken hoop OF an old beer
na,re5 The chio9ings OF the travelling
tinker are mixed with the parings Oh o,
-'ooIlen rags. and these are worked W
i,to evouisite blue dye which graces the
arsss OF coLrtly dames.-Brooklyn Eagle.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06
Some Advantage.

man said the lean man with the yellow
vest. "Of course. suppose 1t is rather a
| tender subject.
ION, ! amt worryin'." said the, fat
mi n. "Shes all right; She licked tne
steak. 'CIntiopapolis Journal
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

I'm afraid the hot weather Is not over
yet" said the man who is always worried.
"Oh. yes. II is"
IL know Il seems 10 you and me that
II ought 10 be; but I'm taking the juds-
ment OF people who know more about II
than l do. When these Summer land.
lords keep on seeing sea serpents you can
wager that they're looking for a hot wave
and more business. "-W9shinRton star.
The men who fought In blue ana gray
Grasp each the others hand
And march together 70 the tunes
Played by single band.
But eth they talk OF how they could
Have cooked each others goose,
II Colonel So-and-So had brt
Have turned them wholly .oose.
Detroit News.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

Clara-"so you are engaged at lastr'
Naude-.'Why. how did you know mad
accepted him." -. ro,os..c -
Clara-"I heard ne haa prvposeu'
Rrooklvu Life.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-10-06

The Philanthropist-"I giving you that
Quarter. sir. I'm afraid I've befriended n
hard drinker." -
The Renefciary-"You're mistaken this
time, sir; drinking Is one Of the easiest
things 1 do."-Puck.