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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15
JoTrINos FROM JosLlM.


From the Upper Emo.
Joslin, Dec. 14.-Almost everyone
you meet is sure to say. '.what beau
tiful weather we are having"
Joseph Whiteside was in the twin
cities last Friday.
Roland Whiteside and bride are at
home on the William Whiteside farm.
William Whiteside. ST.. of Moline,
came to Joslin BY train last Friday.
DR.. Da'ley, Of Hillsdale, now visi .
Joslin two days in the week
Wednesday and Saturday.
There are quite q number who are
seeking farms to rent; in fact, sew
eral applications for each farm.
, Charles Hass has rented the Vande-
burg farm land for the coming year,
in addition to the farm he resides
upon.
Mrs. Opendike. of Hillsdale, with
her con and daughter. visited her
daughter, Mrs. Roland Whiteside,
Wednesday last.
Another carload of lumber from
Dimock. Gould & Co., of Molire,
arrived at Joslin Tuesday last for
Whiteside & DoDahoo.
AT Oliver Ecks.rom's sale every
thing seemed to bring satisfactory
prices and its full value. The pro-
ceeds realized between $500 aud
$500.
About fourteen thousand pounds
of milk are now received weekly at
the Joslin creamery. The butter is
now all sold in Moline, but the price
rules very low for gilt edged ar
ticle. MIR. Swisher is the salesman.
A few days ago two sisters of char
isy came by train to Joslin, and were
driven to the residence of Henry
Mold. They staid one day. On in
quiry was informed that they were
soliciting subscriptions for the Rock
Island hospital.
John Crawford has hired out to
Hon. William Payne for the coming
year. j. H. Crompton takes the
management of the Widow George
Collis' farm. in Henry county. John
Joslin has succeeded in getting q
man and his vile from Moline to
work upon his farm.
The c., b. & q seems to be CIR.
failing and cutting down expenses
by reducing the number of section
hands by about one-half. That is
very unfortunate for the hands, es-
pecially at this time Of the year. II
does not say much for the revival Of
trade.
Bills are posted at Joslin stating
that there will be grand ball al
Vogle's hall in Rapids City Friday.
Jan. 1. The Hampton string band
has been engaged for the occasion.
No drinking or drunkenness will be
allowed and good order is guaran
teed.
c. NJ. Hubbsrt left for Sac county,
Iowa, Tuesday last, and expects to
be gone eight or ten days. He owns
half section of land out there,
which he has had rented to several
parties, and owing to the low price
Of farm products, the rents are not
forthcoming.
Calling upon Kingsley Matthew
Saturday last, I was shown the fol.
lowing specimens Of moth-proofed,
tanned hides. which were brough,
from Texas. Javeline, or Mexican
hog, kiota wolf, Texas deer, fawn OF
baby deer, leopard or Texas wild
cot, Texas coon and red fox, all OF
which are in good state of preser-
walton. aud in their way are interest
ing curiosities.
MULrUM IN PARvO.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15

Considerable cloadiness, but with
little or no change in temperature
light. variable winds. Today's
Temperature 50.
z. J. WALz, Observer.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15

Cascarets stimulate liver, kidneys
and bowels. Never sicken, weaken
or gripe; 10 cents.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15
KNOCKED OUT!
" no?


Why king high price, he says everything is GO.
Ing up, but he wouldn't say If he took look at
our list, as We have some things to cut on right
along. Note the following and be convinced:
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15
To Cure . Colo IN one nay.

Take laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
lets. All druggists refund the money
il it fails to cure. Is cents.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15

6qusrts Of Beans for. ......... Csc
8 quarts Of Peas for. .......... Csc
Barley. per pound. ........... &c
Starch per pound. ..... ..... &c
OIL. per gallon. ............... SC
vi Sardines. ............. Sc
Mustard Sardines. .......... &c
Maple Sugar. per pound. ...... Toe
Bluing per bottle. .......... &c
New York Buckwheat. ...... 2sc
Cccoanut. ............... Sc
Peaches. ........ ...... 10c
Corn Meal. go. Sc
Corn per can ...... ....... Sc
Boston Baked Besns .... &c
Prupes. per pound ...... &c
Assorted Nuts, per 10. ....... l2lc
Lemons. Per doz. ......... 2oc
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15

Can Pumkin, cans for. 15c
Peaberry Coffee. per pound. Csc
Large box Stove Polish. ....... SC
Pound can. Mackerel. per can. &C
Star cleaned Currants, 2pkg. for 15c
Japan Tea. ............... 2lc
Quart bottle Bluing. .......... Sc
Clothes Pins. per. dozen ....... 1c
s bars Santa Claus Soap. ...... Csc
Six quarts dried Beans ...... Csc
20-cz. Baking powder and pail. 24c
Canned Apple Butter. &c
Surgum Molasses, per gallon. sec
2-gallon Pail Syrup. .......... 44c
Raisins. per pound ......... Sc
Holland herring. per keg..... 74c
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15

Canned Tomatoes, 2 cans for. Is
Crackers. per pound, .......... SC
New York Buckwheat, per sack 25c
Gold Dust, per package. -. 174c
Gunpowder Tea. per pound. -. 21c
Young Hyson Tea, per pound. zoe
Chow Chow, per bottle. ...... &c
Package Coffee, per package. 173c
ButtermIlk Soap, per box 80. &c
Six quarts dried Peas. csc
Catsup. per bottle. ......... Sc
Sour Pickles. per gal.......... 19c
Prunes, per pound. ......... SC
Ginger Snaps, per pound. SC
Four quarts brown beans ..... 25c
Corn Starch, per package. sc
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-12-15

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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
FROM BLUEFIELD.
stars for the Editors Orown-ReligiOus
Items Political Notes.

BLUEFIELD, w. VA Sept. %, 1896
Another star will be added to Editor
Mitchell's crown. We believe God
has re-smiled upon him, and the an
gels have been rejoicing of his mighty
victory in saving poor Aunt Mary
Alternately from the gallows. We re-
allize the fact most sincerely that the
Lord was in this great battle with Mr.
Mitchell. This man fought, prayed
and put that everlasting faith in God
that those poor women would be free
again. God heard him and came to
his rescue, therefore, we believe there
is a rejoicing time in heaven over this
one person here on earth, and him that
trusted the Lord for ner freedom again.
Virginia alone is not giving thanks
to him who dwells on her high for the
gift of her noble John Mitchell, but we
believe the North has caught holt of
the blessed words and is sending forth
her praise unto the Lord for that great
Virginian in the person of Ron. Mitch
ell.
Too much good will never be written
about this worthy man Of the race.
When the next history is written of
this mighty race, his name should be
engraved with letters OF gold upon it's
covering in the Eunenburg case he
has accomplished what has been puz-
zle and mystery to many thousands of
people, wondering what would be the
results of the case. Too high a posi-
ton can not be given this gallant
leader.
Reverend w. w. Brown Of High st
Church of Roanoke, Va. was il our
city on Saturday and remained over a
few hours. The Reverend assisted in
organizing the Second Baptist Church
in the north part of the city. Reyer
end Brown was looking well. He was
enroute to Elkhorn where he has been
building for some slime, to deliver the
cornerstone laying grafton. We learn
that over a thousand people we're ex-
pected to witness the affair.
Reverend T. J. Brandon has accom-
plished a great good in this section of
West Virginia and is still doing a
grand work for the good Master. The
present church was too small for his
increasing membership and congrega-
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
ATrip to Ashland on the Wheel.

Mr. John l.. Mines and General Sec-
Rotary. S. c.. Burrell mounted their
wheels Monday, Sept 2lst. 8 m Tor
Ashland. The trip was pleasant one'
They arrived,in Ashland about 10 a. m.
rhe rolling in the little town was good.
In a very Few moments after reaching
their destiny these gentlemen were
very.kindly greeted by MIR. j. Quarlt S
and family. 1t was not long before
Mrs. Quarles had served the gentle
men with lunch To say that they en-
loved it. is but little.
Mr.. Quarles is gentleman, who
seems to know how to conduct his
business. He has the patronage OF
both white and colo ed people.
Messrs. Mines and Burrell wheeled
out the town to the public schools here
thew were kindly received by Miss
winston, who is assisting Miss Matte
Cooke. The people say that Miss
Cooke is an excellent teacher. The
building has two rooms. Miss Cooke
appeared quite busy in classifying.
After taking in the condition OF every
thing and finding both teacher busy
they were then invited to the home OF
another business gentleman, MIR VIII :
ston. who appeared to know what II
means to work. His wife is pulling
along with him; while he is striking
upon the anvil, she is just few yards
from him conducting grocery In
Union there is strength.
The gentlemen left the town, well
pleased, about 2:45 p. m, reaching
| Richmond about p. m. Do not be
surprised il you hear of their going
again very soon.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03

ton; for this cause, he is having
larger house erected God bless him
in his good work
There were two white women who
qad been serving as chambermaids At
the Bluefeld Inn and were discharged
for stealing silver ware, taking IL TO
Graham and selling il, but nothing
done 20 them at all We learn that
the proprietor said, Gle could OF had
them arrested, but IL would not look
right" Had they been colored, we
a-e confident, they would have been
looking through the iron bars.
Among the able republican leaders
OF our race who are doing great work
for the republican cause IN this sec
tiUn and elsewhere are Hon 9. II.
Payne of Montgomery and Col. John
S. lie Wis of Blusfeld.
The Republican committee and party
are fortunate IN securing the services
OF these two able and gallant cham
pions of patriotism and human rights
The banner and cause disqualification
will never be allowed TO trail in the
dust while committed To the hands of
these able leaders. They stand shout
der TO shoulder with the ablest and
foremost men of orr race. aud are
gifted and eloquent speakers, always
pleasing their audience, never failing
to deal sledgehammer blO~s TO demo-
cracy They are both able lawyers
and fine debaters.
Hon. Payne spoke here last night
! TUESDAY, 29th ins'). The two large
colored republican clubs here gave
Hon Payne grand and royal time
The republicans of the Flat Top re-
sion are i'm good trim and at fever heat,
listen out for Mercer and Mcdowell
counties on November 3rd Hon.
Payne will be elected as one of West
Virginia's Representatives 20 the Leg
islature this fall by an overwhelming
majority.
DIR. Payne filled the pulpit at the
Scott Street Church Sunday night. de.
liyering a fine and instructive sermon
His text was from Psalm ga. The
church was packed to its utmost ca.
pacity.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03

fee. We do not remember the name
OF know where you live
A dear little one OF Mr. and Mrs.
Christopher Smith of west Leigh street
Is very sick and not expected TO live.
We hope il may recover.
he Baptist Young Peoples Union is
growing in interest. On the 2Sth there
WAS a great earnestness displayed by
all. We heard that Miss FiDetta.
daughter OF Mrs. Willie and MIR. n.
Harris sang a selection that charmed
ali present Mr.. Harris also gave an
interesting tall.
AJAX
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
Teaching Them English.

The simple and effective method of
teaching English to the children of Ital-
ians, Portuguese, Polish and German
Jews used in the north end schools Of
Boston might profitably be adopted by
other cities which are obliged TO face
the fact that within their borders are
thousands cf foreign children who know
nothing of the customs. institutions or
language of this country. A writer In
the Boston Transcript thus describes the
method:
The children, within few days after
their arrival, are sent to the public
schools, as q rule without compulsion,
and here they are first of all taught the
English language. It is done by q sys-
tenn of object lessons. The teachers in
the elementary rooms are young women
as men would not be patient enough to
accomplish the best results.
The teacher may point to her eye and
say, "This is my eye, repeating it sew
eral times and requiring the pupils to
repeat it in unison. Other portions of
the body are pointed out In q similar
manner, and then familiar objects in
the room are III the same way brought
" tuc abCoublOn VI buo Cul4uLOu@
Later. when they have made sufficient
progress in the language, it becomes de-
sirable to teach the different lenses. To
accomplish this, a boy or girl is directed
TO run slowly round the room, when the
teacher and children say in unison,
THAT boy is running" repeating the
sentence several times. The boy is then
told to halt, and ths teacher and pupil1
say in unison. "That boy did run;''
again. "That boy is standing still. -
THAT boy can run, ''That boy is
walking" ''That boy walks fast. " a.
can walk, - ~ can run, =" ''I did walk, -
etc.
These and other sentences, as they
are spoken, are written on the black
board by the teacher, and the pupils
write them on their states. Thus they
are taught the language and taught tc
spell. read aud write almost simultane-
ously
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
FULTON NOTES
Church News Grand Quilting Entertain
ment-0ther Interesting Items.

The servicet at the Mount Calvary
Baptist Church last sabbath was very
good.
There was a grand rally at the Ris-
ing Mount Zion baptist hurch last
Sunday. Rev ID james preached three
fine sermons The congregation raised
the handsome sum of fifty-one dollars,
Mrs. Alice Boya gave grand quilt
ing entertainment at her residence,
Graham street. Thursday evening, the
oath ult. After the quilting the guest
retired to the dining room where they
were served with all the delicacies of
the season. Among the guests were
Misses Carlotta Bossieux, Bessie and
Cassie Harris, MesdalneS Bette DAN
bridge, Ardel Lightfoot, Sallie Smith,
Julia Norman, Virginia Brown, Sell
man Robertson, Julia Beverly and Mr.
Edward Beverly. rhe ladies say that
they hope that Mrs. Boyd will call
them again.
Mr.. and Mrs Henry Trumell arrived
Sunday morning on the $40 train
from New York City. also Miss Mary
Jackson. They are the guest of Mr.. A.
b. Daniel, No. 1912 State st. They ex-
pect to spend several weeks OF recrea-
ton after which they will return to
with them their very interesting little
adopted daughter.
The st Luke Sisters of Fulton are
doing very good work, Mesdames Vir-
ginia Brown, Bette cambridge, Ardel
Lightfoot, Bette Brooks and Mary
Anthony
Miss Carlotta Bossieux expects to
leave the city soon for Baltimore to
visit Miss Emma Boyd.
Have you heard the news2 One OF
our young gentlemen expects to wed
one of the fair maidens of Fulton Hill
soon.
Mrs. Virginia Brown wishes the sis
tiers TO meet at the Rising Mount Zior
Baptist Ihurcb, Monday evening, Oct
9Th, for the purpose organizing club,
for the benefit of the church.
Our girls and boys have been givins
socials almost weekly all the summer
School time now girls. Remembel
books and boys are two many.
MIR. James Fisher gave grand socia
entertainment at the residence of hi
sister last Monday evening.
We are sorry TO hear of the illness o
Mr.. Israel Clements. We hope him
speedy recovery
Miss Mary V. Jones has been sick
but is improving
Miss Rosa Lee Vaughn and MIR. -
Night were married on last Tuesda
evening at the residence of the BRIDE
sister.
Miss Claudine cambridge gave
grand party at her residence last Mon
day evening Among those presen
were Misses Martha Pleasant, Len
Bossieux, Helen Higgins, - Chris
tian, Masters Alpheas and Jos D
Johnson, c f. Davis, Moses Jordan.
Last Monday morning Mr.. Charlie
Johnson and his wife were the recipi
ents of fine boy.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAs.


A new lodge was instituted. Friday
night, September 18th at Richmond
Hall by Grand Chancellor John Mitch
ell, Jr., assisted by Grand Master-at-
Arms, Jesse Scr1ggs, Deputy Graad
Chancellor. William L. Noel, Spe, ial
Deputy q. c.. John Clinton. Jr and
the members of Planet Lodge. No. 33.
led by Sir Thomas N. Crump. Chance
Tor Commander and Sir Thomas w
Mitchell, X. OF r. and S.
The fine work of the lodge referred
to, was used in comforting the ranks.
All enjoyed themselves. 1t was 4
O'Clock before the work was completed.
The new organization will be known
"a Unity Lodge, No. "a. 1t numbers
20 members and the officers are: Sir
]. S. Deane, C. c Sir I. J. Blackwell,
V. O Sir ]. II Brice, Preiate; Sir A.
Williams, NJ OF w. Sir James II. Al
len, X. OF r. and 5. I; Sir Fletcher John
son, NJ OF + Sir J w. Robinson, Nj.
of Exchequer Sir William Van Jack
son, NJ at A Sir George Kenney, L.
G.. Sir Leroy Brown, o. g.; Sir John
Bland, LIST Attendant; Sir John Bur
ton, 2nd Attendant; Sir James Hall
3rd Attendant; Sir Johnnie Beard, 4th
| Attendant.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
FROM CLIFTON FORGE i.
Compliment for the Editor Interesting
News Items.

CLIFTON FORCE, VA, Sept. %. '96.
Services were we'll attended at our
churches Sunday
Rev. 7. ID. Atkins preached two very
able sermons at the second Baptist
Church, and at night paid very glow
ing tribute to Mr.. John Mitchell, Jr
Cor his uutiring efforts in behalf of
down trodden race. Rev. Atkins said
that Mr.. Mitchell stands head and
shoulder above the Negro leaders of
to- day, in his advocacy of fair play
and justice. He has no superiors, and
but few equals in any race.
Rev A. d. Lewis preached at the
First Church, and all pronounced it a
very fine, up-to date sermon.
The First and Second Baptist Sun
day Schools gave grand basket pic
mic to the schools last Friday at the
old picnic grounds At a late hour
they made their appearance in town
with the inner man fully satisfied.
The Mckinley Hobart Club was ad-
dressed at its last sitting by Mr.. w S.
Thomas. The ladies say it was fine
speech.
We are glad that Mrs. Matte Stew
ard of Covington, Va, who was visit
ing her brother, Mr.. G. B. Brown and
suddenly taken very i'll is able to be
out again.
Mr.. IL. M. Boyd who has been to the
Bedford Springs, Pa, for the last year
returns much improved in health and
the ladies say that he is handsome
little dude.
A sociahae gathering was had at Mrs.
w. NJ. Nelson's, a few nights since.
Those present were Mesdames w. B..
johnson of Low Moor Va. Nj. A.
Saunders, o. j. Douglass. Misses M.
Perkins, A. Osborne and Revs T. D.
Atkins, W. d Scott, Messrs. C. W.
Scott. o. J. Douglass. After a few
parlor games, the party partook of a
hearty supper of meats, fruits, and
other delicacies At late hour all
retired for their several homes.
Rev. G.. G.. Steward of Pulaski was
in our town a short while this week
Mr.. Hurdle Duvals left this week
for the Lynchburg Seminary.
Mrs. Albert johnson OF Gordonville.
Va, is visiting her husband
Mrs Jennie Kenney of Charlottes-
vile, Va, is assisting her mother.
Little Camilla Scott, daughter of
Mr.. F. +. Scott has been very i'll, but
is better at this writing.
Yours,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
The Compass Plant.

The compass plant is one Of the odd
est creations of the vegetable king
dom. 1t derives its name from the fact
that its leaves always point directly
north and south So if you are out or
a western prairie and lose your way
just look for one Of these plants and re-
member that they always point in the
directions indicated. Botanists Gall
this curious plant Selphium lacinia-
tum. 1t is unpretentious in appearance
and bears yellow flowers that are not
unlike field daisies. 1t has a remark
ably thin leaf, so thin as to be notice.
able even to the untutored eye. The
compass plant is really a western
flower and Is indigenous to the prair1as
of that section.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
FOR EARLY CLOSING.

Resolved. That this Union does
heartily endorse the movement set on
foot by the Retail Clerks Protective
Association OF this city to secure the
closing of ali retail stores at z O'Clock
p. m throughout the coming year. We
request that the members OF our Union
their families, and the public general
ly shall refrain from making purchas-
es of any kind after p. m. and also
that they give preference in patronage
to stores as close their doors at a rea-
sonable hour, thus giving both prOprie-
tor and clerk opportunity for relaxa-
ton and enjoyment
Retail Clerks Protective Associa-
ton of Richmond, Va. Local No. 1877.
The above has been adopted by some
of our Monestservial Unions and will
be adopted by all as they meet from
time TO time and all organized labor
white and cOlOred have adopted same.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
AGRAND EXCURSION
From the Mountains to the sea-shOre.

There will be grand excursion from
Clifton Forge, Lexington, Lynchburg,
and all waystations to Richmond New
port News, Hampton, Old Point, For
tress Monroe, Norfolk and Portsmouth,
Sunday October 4th, 1895.
The train will leave Clifton Forge,
Sunday morning, at 8 o'clock; leave
Lexington at z O'Clock A. M. ; leave
Lynchburg at 9:l5 a. m. Returning
will leave Norfolk, Monday evening at
3 80 p. m arrive in Richmond at
o'clock p. m, after laying in Richmond
for hours, the train will leave Rich
mOnd for Clifton Forge at II O'Clock
sharp.
Fare for round trip from Clifton
Forge to Richmond, 81 so; from Lex
ington to Richmond, 81 %; from Lynch
burg, 81 30. One dollar will be added
to these rates to Norfolk.
For further information apply to
George Williams, Jr., Manager;
1900 Eighth Street,
Lynchburg, Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1896-10-03
WORDS WITHOUT =. RHYME.

English Language Contains Several Which
Are Hard to Run Against.
There are dozen words in the Eng
lish language in everyday use for
which enterprising people have de-
SPARED of ever finding a rhyme. The
word month, " for example,. is one of
these. SILVER is word it seems
very easy TO secure a rhyme for, but as
matter of fact, trying to find something
TO rhyme with ''silver" nearly drove q
London writer of verse insane long ago.
AS last resort he advertised in the
newspapers and received but one reply.
1t came from the master of verbal con-
tOrtion, w. S. Gilbert, Sir Arthur Sui
ivan's erstwhile partner, who submit
ted the word 'chilver Z" He wasn't
quite clear. he said, as to what q chill
yer might be, but he had seen the word
in advertisements of sales Of farm stock
and had an idea, which is correct, that
it described a species of sheep.
Orange" is another word without
rhyme. Gulf" is also without an Eng
lish partner, and ''culm" and "cusp''
are alike solitary. Many poets who have
sought in vain for rhymes to revenge
and "avenge" will not be appeased
when they learn that but two exist
"penge" and ''Stonehenge. ~Coif'
is now, happily for versifers, growing
obsolete, for there is no word which
rhymes with it. Scarf has been dar-
ingly linked at the end of a line with
half" or ''calf," but this is a practice
to be discouraged. Scalp" rhymes only
with Alp" but, like "babe" and
astrolabe, " it would require much in
genuity to find an excuse for bringing
these words into juxtaposition. False
has ON several occasions. by an abuse OF
poetic license, been associated with
''valse, though the correct French pro-
nunciation of the latter word would de-
stroy the rhyme.
OF the names Of places the African
town of Timbuktu has long been IA
nous for being without rhyme. The
nearest success that any poet has ever
attained in this respect was when in
some old verses describing a desert hunt
''cassowary" was made to rhyme with
missionary" and 'Timbuktu" with
Thin buck too. New York Press.