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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
His Furiough.

"What is a furlough?" asked Co.
lumbus (O.) teacher.
"Itmeans a MULE" was the reply of
Mary
"Oh, no." replied the teacher, sit
doesn't mean a mule"
Indeed, it does" said Mary. 81
have book at home that says So"
"Wen," said the teacher, now thor
oughly interested, "you may bring the
book to school, and we'll see about it. "
The next day Mary brought the book,
and in some triumph opened to a page
where there was picture CT soldier
standing beside mule. Below the pic
ture were the words, "eioiug Home or
His Furlough. "--Exchange.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25

Two base hits-Baer Wright McKibbcn.
Hutchinson. kinlock. Stolen bases Wright,
Dillon, kOthermel. Perry, Andrews (3). DOu-
bic plays-Hoover to Dillon TO Babbt. Perry
TO ROthermel to Hutchinson. Bases ON balls =
OF Young 8, Goodell I. HI by pitcher -Baer
Struck out-by Young ], Goodell 4. Time OF
game --l:5o. Umpire -Ebrigbt.
The Dubuque-Quincv game was
prevented by rain. At Peoria. Peoria
., Ottumwa 10.
Ginger up, boys.
Losing two out of three at home
will never do.
We ought to take at least three
from Pete Lehman and his lulus.
Tomorrow game will be called at
3 o'clock. Smith will pitch for Rock
Island.
Rock Island and Quincy play Sun
day, Monday and Tuesday. The week
day games call at $3.50 o'clock.
TRULY and Quinn at first stated
they would not accept the cut in sal
airy. But it seems Pat Wright ar
ranged matters satisfactorily for
them, for they continue to play with
Peoria. McQuade, who held down
left field, has been released. Archie
Cole, of the defunct Cedar Rapids
team, succeeds him.
Still the talk goes on that the West
ern association will not hold out be-
yond the Fourth of July. In the face
of this, Sidney Frick SAYS Quincy is
in good shape and will stick; st. Joe
and Peoria say likewise; Ottumwa and
Dubuque are drawing well, and last
of all, Rock Island is saving wood,
and is not thinking Of quitting.
Ted Sullivan, according to reports,
left the Dubuque club in bad way
financially. The players salaries
were not half paid, while there are
other claims aggregating 5000 now
staring Ernie Hodge, the new mana
ger, in the face. The tigers uni
form. have been attached The play
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
ELEPHANT CURIOSITY.
An Animal Which Stands With Its Feet
Embedded In Rocks.

An Animal Which Stands with It's Feet
Embedded In Rocks.
On the Mines Wilbur farm, less than
two miles from Palmyra, Wis, neark,
midway between Bald bluff and the
Curelian spring, on a wild, rocky hill
side Of the Kettle range of bluffs, may
be found huge rock known far and
near as the "stone elephant.
1t is annually visited by large mum.
bers of people. some of whom pronounce
it petrified elephant of monster size,
but the theory most generally believed
is that it was hewed out of the solid
rock in which it seemed imbedded GEN.
turtles ago by some prehistoric race
As if to substantiate thislatter theory,
from timo to time many valuable tools,
relics and implements unknown to the
people of this age have been found about
its base and in that immediate vicinity.
1t is about 20 feet long, 6 or feet high,
Of a dark gray color and weighs hun
dreds of tons. The body only Is above
the level of the ground, its legs being
deeply sunk below, holding it firmly in
a standing position.
A tradition believed by many is that
around this huge stone the Indians
gathered to offer sacrifice to the Great
Spirit and burn their prisoners at the
stake or make them the victims of slow
torture known only to the Indians. 1t
is a long established and generally be.
lieved theory that in this immediate vi
entity and about Bald bluff and the big
spring were somSof their most famous
hattleields and hunting grounds --Ros-
ton Transcript.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
FOR ALL INTERESTS.
The Success Of the Permanent
Cevee Of General Ad.
vantage.
BEST FOR RAILROADS THEMSELVES.

Nne Longer the Dehay Stmpiy the
Putting on of What Must he Done
Eventually and the Finishing of What
the People of Today should Have Credit
For.
IL they could but all see it so, it is
to the interests of the corpora
tons enjoying franchises on First
avenue, as much as to the city and the
general public, that the levee project
be adjusted and the improvement
provided. Yet it is peculiar thing
that all corporations cannot realize
the wholesome advantage of benefits,
no matter how great they may be to
themselves, where the public is to
share in them. The permanent dis
position of the much disputed track
right question on the river front is
one that it would be expected the
railroads would eagerly seek, and
would be willing to contribute ma
terially to general Improvement in
volving such projects. One of the
interested corporations, the r. |. L.
p, has made the city Il proposition
looking to this end. and if it is ap-
proved it will, as far as this company
is concerned, settle its river front
privileges for all time. besides giving
to the city IA reasonable amount, to-
gether with other cooperation toward
the higher oblect-the levee.
That the improvement of the levee
has been professionally DELAYED by
selfish interests, it is not a diff
cult task to discern, nor would the
placing of the responsibility for such
delay be an undertaking that would
cause one to shudder There comes,
however. 4 source of satisfaction in
knowing that while those who openly
proclaim themselves the friends of
the Improvements and the city, vet
rctard it i'll the dark cannot carry on
this way always. Patience has be-
come almost exhausted, and the time
is about at hand to show who are act
ing in good faith and who are not.
Must he Done This Year.
The paving of First avenue was the
first great step toward the levee. The
rest must go in this summer, and
Mayor Medill is determined that there
shall be no more quibbling about it.
The people living here now want to
enjoy the pride and credit of this
great improvement. They do not
propose longer to endure the dis
grace that future generations will re-
move if they do not. If there is a
corporation on First avenue that
imagines that by holding the levee
project back longer it can make fur
Their grabs it is mistaken. Not an
other inch from the public domain
until the city has her rights SECURE.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
While the War Lasts,

All who march, walk or stand.
should shake into their shoes Allen s
Foot-Ease, powder. 1t cures ach-
ing. tired, sore, swollen feet, and
makes tight or new shoes easy. 1t
absorbs moisture, and prevents chat
ing, hot, smarting, blistered, sweat
ing feet. All the regular army and
navy men use it. Volunteers in hot
climates can't exist in comfort with
out it. Aliens Foot-Ease is sold by
all druggists and shoe stores. %
cents, Sample sent free. Addres.
Allen 5. Olmsted, lie Roy n. Y.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25

1UTCHlNSON'S Missourians gave
SNOWFALL party at the park out
on Twelfth street in honor of
Rock Islands baseball club yesterday
afternoon. Our fellows did not spell
much. The saints were the whole
switzercase, They received all the
favors. Even Buckwurst passed
them up few. The decorations
were 10 to 6. Young pitched nice
ball two innings. Then he became
wild. and the infielders worked slow.
Goddell was hit occasionally, but that
was just the trouble; the sailors could
not get together in their hickory
swinging operations. The score:
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
ers are running the club and hope to
be able to tide through the present
difficulty.
A LADY's SUDDEN DEATH.
Mrs. Mary Eiche Succumbs to Epilepsy
CorOner's Inquest Held.

Mrs. Mary Eiche Succumbs to Epilepsy
CorOner's Inquest Held.
Mrs. Mary K. Eiche died suddenly
at 1915 this morning at her home.
700 Eighth street, from the effects of
epilepsy. from attacks of which she
had suffered at frequent intervals
during the past year.
An inquest was held today by Cor
oner Eckhart, the iury-W. II. Cline.
foreman, G. ". Henry, George Dur
mann, Charles A johnson. John Shell
lev and S. H. Owens-after hearing
the testimony of Frederick Eiche. the
husband, and Caroline Eiche, the
daughter of the deceased, and Mrs.
Mary Seidel. a neighbor, returning a
verdict in accordance with the facts
stated above.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
Bucklen's Arnica SaIve.

The best salve in the world for cuts,
bruises. sores, ulcers. salt rheum.
fever sores, letter, chapped hands,
chilblains, corns and all skin erup-
tions, and positively cures piles or no
pay required. 1t is guaranteed to
give perfect satisfaction or money re-
funded. Price % cents per box. For
sale by Hartz 4 Ullemeyer.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
Hundreds of Cases of Chronic Diseases Pronounced Incur
able by Others.


NERVOUS
cured
CATARff
bs
o
o treat
a nj pam
o u.s..
atleto
OUR CREDENTIALS AND
oncea and
Is In disease tina he cured
We make
you cannot an,w
70 Sunday %
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
A White Mark.

Foley's Kidney Cure is perfectly
reliable preparation for all kidney and
bladder diseases. The proprietors of
this great medicine guarantee it or
the money refunded. Do they not
deserve white mark? For sale bv
T. HI. Thomas.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25

Scald head is an eczema of the
scalp-verv severe sometimes, but it
can be cured. Doan's Ointment.
quick and permanent in its results.
At any drug store, so cents. For sale
BY Marshall & Fisher. q
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
S. j. APPLE. Sears, Ill.
when You Take Your Vacation

the most necessary article to have
with you latter your pocket book is
bottle of Foley's Collie Cure. 1t is
an absolute prevention or cure of all
arrangements of the bowels caused Nv
a change of water You are likely to
need it. For sale by I. H. Thomas.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
TOLD ABOUT TOWN.


A Rock Island lady is in receipt of
Il spoon from her nephew, a sailor in
Uncle Sans navy. 1t came rs IA re-
membrance on the occasion of her
silver wedding anniversary. In an
accompanying letter the young man,
who went to the front from here a few
weeks ago, stated that the intrinsic
value of the present was not great,
but was the best that could be had at
sea. The recipient prizes it all the
more.
Two strangers short-changed a
street car conductor the other night
in clever, though simple manner.
One fellow handed up a five dollar
bill and asked that two fares be taken
out of it. The conductor did not
seem over pleased at having to make
the exchange.
II guess | can break that" spoke
up a man sitting beside the owner of
the flyer. He searched his pockets
and finally discovered that he could
not do as he announced. He LANDED
the bill back to the original Eossessor,
who again gave it to the conductor,
telling him he guessed he would be
obliged to break it after all When
the conductor counted over his re-
ceipts he found number of bills, but
they were all smaller than a five,
and somehow his accounts did not
tally by ST. He now believes that
some one worked one dollar bill for
Il five on him.
All old-time hobos are posted on the
state law in regard to the feeding of
prisoners. 1t requires that they be
given three squares" a day.
One of these gentlemen who are kept
busy lodging employment, while
locked up at the city cooler. made a
terrible howl because the breakfast
hour had passed. and he had not had
a steaming meal ushered before him.
He directed all kinds of names at the
officers. They gave no heed to him,
thinking he would become exhausted
after awhile. But he grew worse
One of the blue coats put an end to
the music by turning the hose on
Weary. allowing the water to pour
over him until the real estate was
separated from his hide and he adj
mitted that he had never been fed bet
ter in his life.
A gentleman recently came from
Chicago armed with license obtained
in Cook county to wed Rock Island
lady. He was surprised to learn on
arriving that the document was in
valid; that he was obliged to secure a
Rock Island county license if he was
to be married here. He wanted to
make sure, so he called the clerk s
office by telephone.
Afraid you will have to get anoth.
er, my friend, - was the answer.
We'll. but"
You can return that one when you
go back to Chicago and get your
money refunded And you'll saw,
a half dollar. as ours only cost 81. >
The matrimonial candidate accord
ingly marched to the county clerk
office and secured license number
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
TWO bBT OF THREE,
Saints Administer Another De.
feat to Rock Islands
Club.
THIRTEEN HITS OFF OF YOUNG.

He IL Poorly Supported and the Missouri
ans Have . Picnic ut the Park Yester-
day-Quincy Here For -Four Games
smith to Pitch Sundsy-NOtcs Around
the Circuit.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
Campers and Fishing Parties

We are headquarters for camping
and fishing supplies; also full line
of fresh groceries always on hand and
at the lowest price. Ice delivered to
all camps. Fresh and cured meats,
fresh produce direct from the farm.
All goods sold will be delivered free
of charge.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25
Licensed TO Wed.

Arnold's Bromo Celery cures head
aches; 10, Is and 80 cents. Reiss
drug store.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25

To Cuse Ooosrfpation Forever.
Take Casearets Candy Cathartic loc r &c.
II e G. 9. fail 70 cure, druggists refund money.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-06-25

Subscribe for The ARGUS.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1898-01-29

mother" bears an entirely different
meaning now to what il did when the
song was written. 1t has given us the
bicycle hump and the wierd bicycle
eye. In San Francisco it practically
closed the livery stables, and the Nv
cry men went out of business and took
to selling tires and mending punct-
ures. And now Maj. j. b. Brown OF
Pennsylvania in making an annual re-
port, says that the use of the bicycle,
both by business people and pleasure
seekers, has reduced the receipts of
the street railways he represents, till
it is doubtful if it will pay to operate
them much longer.
Major. Brown backs up his opinion
by observation, and gives some inter
esting figures. He had people count
ed at a given point from a. m. to 6
p. IN. for two days. During that time
COTS persons passed, of whom 1862
were in cars and 4116 on bicycles,
which gives en- per cent to the wheel
and 1928 per cent to the cars. Stats
ties of similar character have been
taken for different purposes elsewhere
and they all point in the same direc
ton.
In Honolulu the bicycle must be
felt by the hacks and the tram cars. II
would be of some interest to the
Tramcar company and the hackmer
to obtain statistics for Honolulu.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1898-01-29
WAMPOLE'S
PREPARATION,

which, although it contains ali the
curative and flesh-producing proper
ties of Pure Cod Liver Oil, extracted
by us from fresh cod livers, is entirely
free from its taste, OdOr and appear
dnce. In combination with it are he
Syrup of Hypophosphites Compound,
Extracts of Malt and Wild Cherry
Bark In building up pale, puny,
emaciated children. particularly those
troubled with Anamia, lula,
Ricketts,, and Bone and BLOOD diseases,
nothing equals the preparation It's
tonic qualities are of the h.ghe
order. 1t creates new blood, tong
muscles, sound teeth. solid bones. ald
enables them to grow up into healthy
men and women, for cures mdde IN
the yOung are economical and per-
manent. 1t is product Of modern
study and the best thing med ca
science has to give you up TO cate.
Palatable as honey. Every dose effec-
tive. You cannot be disappointed il
it. Sold by chemists everywhere.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1898-01-29
Give DAVIES WILL MARRY.

Give Davies, son of Theo. II. Davies
will leave for England on the Maripo.
sa next week. Shortly after his arri.
val in England Mr. Davies will be wed.
ded to Miss Fox, daughter of Gen. Fox
The brother and sister of Miss FoN
passed through Honolulu last year
and were entertained during theil
stay in the city by Mr.. Davies.
Mr.. Davies and his bride will return
to Honolulu to reside permanently.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1898-01-29
THE CHILDREN.

Nauseous and bad tasting medjcir,
Is Objectionable to adults and Il hOrro!
to children. No doubt its frCGC2nt
lack of good effect is, at least, patty
due to the disgust it exc!tes in ,nam
the shock to the system Ills is
true of cod liver oil in the form Of
the ordinary old-fashioned mixtures
so often forced upon the terrified %0
helpless children. A most MAJ ked
contrast is offered by
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1898-01-29
BICYCLES.

The bicycle has had various effects
upon the population. 1t has for in
stance given us another meaning for
wheel, 81 cannot mind my wheel,
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1898-01-29

We will furnish you with light
on the subject of
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1898-01-29

Yours very truly,
A. w. KEECH,
Superintendent Engineer I. 1. S. n. Co.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-05-11

time accorded for translation, the
officials had concluded that it was
public policy to expurgate the dis
patch.
The second dispatch was re-
ceived from Commodore Dewey be-
fore noon. Itwas as follows:
"Cavite, May ii have taken
possession of the naval station at
Cavite, Philippine Islands, and de-
stroyed it's Notifications. Have
destroyed Notifications at bay en-
trance, parolling the garrison. l
control the bay completely and
can take the city at any time.
Squadron in excellent health and
spirits. The Spanish loss not fully
known, bnt very heavy, $50 killed,
including Capt. o. Reina Marina.
I am assisting in protecting the
Spanish sick aid wounded. Two
hundred and fifty sick and wound
ed in the hospital within our lines.
Much excitement at Manila. Will
protect foreign residen s.
(Signed) dewey"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-05-11
Spaniards Admit Heavy Loss.

Madrid, May 7.-An official
dispatch from General August,
governor general of the Philip
pines, sent by the way of Labuan,
says:
1.-THE enemy seized Cavite aud
the arsenal, owing to the destruct-
ion of the Spanish squadron aud
established a close blockade. 1t is
said that, at the request of the
consuls, the enemy will not bonn
bard Manila for the present,
provided do not open fire on the
enemy's squadron, which is out of
range of our guns. Therefore, l
cannot fire until they come nearer.
A thousand sailors arrived here
yesterday evening from our de-
stroyed squadron, the losses of
which number e1S."
A conference of the authorities
has been held, at which it was
decided to send influential en-
misaries to the provinces to raise
the spirit of the people, espe ecially
those provided with arms, and
endeavor to induce them to aband-
on the insurrection.
Captain General Blanco wires
from Havana as follows:
zone of the enemy's ships
yentured within the range of one
of our batteries which inflicted
slight damage and compelled the
ship to retire at full speed. Ano-
ther vessel bombarded the bat
teries at the entrance to Matanzas,
firing 65 projectiles at the beacon
light aid block house 19 times
and damaged. Only one soldier
was wounded"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-05-11
Hosiery and Furnishings.

There is a stamp Of reliability on every
pair of Stockings sold by US. Your money
Icould nots be more judiciously invested.
Hosiery bought before the advance in tariff
and sold upon old price basis.
Misses and Boys fast black ribbed Hose,
double knee, heel and toe, at 10c pair
Misses and Boys fast black and brown Maceo
Cotton and Lisle thread Hose, 35c quality
at 15c
Ladies' fast black Seamless Hose, double
heel at SC
Ladies' fast black full fashioned double heel
and toe Hose, worth 25c at 1890 pair
Ladies' fast black Lisle or Maceo Cotton
Hose, spliced heel and double sole and
toe at 25c pair
Gents Imported black and tan. full seamless
Half Hose, at 129c pair
60 dozen of our Celebrated Unlaandried Dress
Shirts just in, the best on earth for the
price, SOC each
Gents Negligee Shirts, collars and cuffs at
tackled, 45c each
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-05-11
South Cardinals Volunteers.

Governor Ellerbe has appointed
the following commaning officers
of the military troops of the
State:
Joseph K. Alston, of Columbia,
Colonel.
James H. Tillman, of Edgefeld,
Lieutenant-Colonel.
Henry T. Thompson, of Darl-
ington, Major of the battalion.
Marcus B. Stokes, U. S. A., of
Colleton, Major the Regiment.
J. H. Earle, of Greenville,
Major OF the Regiment.
John Frost, of Columbia, Adju-
tant.
J. E. Jernigan, of Marion,
Quartermaster.
A. S. Hydrick, of Orangeburg,
Surgeon.
J. P. Young, of Chester, J. NJ.
Lawson, of Union assistant sur
geons.
Rev. G.. w. Bussey, of Parks
vile, Chaplain.
L. M. Haselden, of Marion,
Sergeant Major.
DR.. Lewis, of the regular army
and Drs. Taylor and Weston, of
Columbia, will constitute an
examining board to pass upon the
qualifications of the volunteers.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-05-11
MISCELLANEOUS.

White and Smoked Pearl Buttons, Sc dozen
100 Steel Hair pins, for 4c
Genuine Nickel Plated Scissors, 25c pair
Ladies' and Chlldren's Hose Supporters, all
sizes, 10c
Brush Skirt Binding, our price 7c per yard
Fancy Silk Elastic, only &c yard
English Bristles solid back Hair Brushes, 25c
Large size Rubber Dressing Combs, Sc
BIG lot Ladies Stitched Handkerchief,
worth 10c, at sc each
Special lot of Fancy Silk Ties, at 10c each
$50 ladies and Gents Silk Corola Umbrellas,
worth 81, at csc each
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-05-11
MARK TWAIN's RECIPE.
The Way they Make Coffee in
Europe.

s'Take a barrel of water and:
bring it to boil, lub chiccory
berry against a coffee berry, then
convey the former into the water. !.
Insert the remains of an old
cow in hydraulic press and when
you shall have acquired teaspoon
full of that pale blue juice which
an old superstition regards as
milk. modify the mahgnity Of It's
strength in a bucket of tepid water
and ring up the breakfast, Mix
the beverage in cold cup, partake
with moderation and keep wet
rag around your head to guard
against over-excitement." This
method of preparation aud serving
is a fair example of the manner in
which Portum Cereal Food Coffee,
regular coffee, tea and other beYer-
age are treated in too many cases.
No good thing can be obtained
without the expenditure of some
skill and time. A delicious and
Highly nourlshing:drink can be had
from Postum if boiled full 15
minutes after boiling commences.
It is rich in the phosphats and
it's use in place of coffee for 10 days
will, in many cases, relieve stom-.
ach, bowel, and nervous troubles.
It Is worth trial by any one with
any sort of functional trouble for
the curious complex manner in
which a disorganized nervous
system works, is liable to. produce
trouble in any organ Of the body
and relieffrom the (uns susneeS S:d q
cause will produce relief in the
disorder. Postum at breakfast.
lunch, and dinner, in place of coffee 4
may solve the problem. Ellsworth
a trial.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1898-05-11
Weather for April.

Weather Observer C. A. Long, of
Trenton, sends us the following
data of the weather for the month
just ended:
Max. Temp. 80; date 18th.
Min. Temp. SO; date tt.
Mean Temp. 1913.
Number of clear days, II; partly
cloudy, 10; cloudy, 3.
Prevailing wind direction g..
west.
PRECIPITATION
For April, 1898, 5.64 inches
Average for April for five years
1896 inches.
For first 4 months, 1898, 1884 in.
Average of first 4 months for five
years 1890 inches.