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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
LIKE A WARRIOR BOLD

Cometh Csp:. ". J. Ransom fer Republican
snrisvalty Ncmiaailoa.
In these halcyon days OF harvest,
Is we'll ss Of seedtime in the Union
Office when heroes are made in q
night to be forgotten in q day,
when tribute is paid for tribute
given, and in q living panorama
that passes noiselessly before enrsp.
tured vision, OF men who may have
been. but who, above all things,
seek to be. there occasion ally strides
q striking character. When the
mcnotony Of every day existence in
the sanctuary is broken by such q
spectacle, /; Is perhaps well that the
ordinary train Of events should be
turned aside long enough to permit
Of a suitable accompaniment for the
passing incident-before Il is closed.
1t is not but just that on such a mo.
mentous occasion the pages Of his
tory should be searched, and that in
consideration Of the event. it be
stated, whence, why and wherefore.
Capt. W. j. Ransom came upon the
scene Of action this morning Wv; b
The essential wherswi:hal tucked
securely in his inside waistcoat
pocket, Of course-and the organ
blower was given a respite. while
the new tune was prepared. II was
long and weird when it broke forth.
1t was strain. 1t would have been
better had il been a refrain. But TO
matter. The man is here. The hour
is coming. The biographical album
has been shaken and the public stands
breashless and aghsst while human
deeds are recounted. Capt. Ran.
son is q candidate for the republi.
can shrievalty nomination. His ca
reer reads like an open book. But
there is an end to it. tits romantic,
but it is real. Here is the begin.
ing Of the end to i.-sccording to the
Union: "The captain is a typical
soldier, tall and we'll developed, with
q military bearing that no one can
mistake, even after these many
years. The Union goes on further
to remark that the captain "has lit
tie to say about his candidacy as
yet" When an AEaUs reporter
called upon Capt. Ransom this after
noon he was as cool and composed as
could have been expected under the
circumstauces-but he refused to BE-
interviewed. He has wired Fresi.
dent Mckinley the situation fully,
and will await his reply before ven
turing an opinion.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02

George Bennett. has started q. his
glove store on Second avenue the
nucleus to what some day may de-
velop into one Of Rock Islands larp.
est manufacturing establishments.
As has beea heretofore stated. he has
a. order from q Chicago concern to
make up . large consignment of
gloves. II his work proves satisfac-
tory-and there is no doub. about
that--sud he cin fill the order in a
reasonable length Of time, he will
receive about ore-half OF the manu-.
facturing Of the concern as soon as
he has put in the facilities for hand.
ling IL. Mr.. Bennett already has
seven machines running. He has
put in 2-horse power electric motor
and the rear portion Of his store is o
busy place. He Is daily increasing
his force. and II matters shape them.
selves, - he believes they will, he
viii b. In a position to give employ.
msnt TO . large number Of people.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02

1t has been figured tina. the total
annual expense OF the Western
Baseball association is t75. 200.
The executive committee CT the
Rack Island Baseball club wishes to
thank all who contributed to the sue.
cess Of the mask carnival. and cspec.
tally the merchants who donated
prizes.
President Hickey states that he
has the schedule about completed.
1, will be on the same plan as last
year-that Is the league will be di.
vided into east ard west sections aud
series between them-Dubuuue,
Rock Island, Peoria and Cedar ksp.
ids VIII comprise the eastern section,
and Dss Moines, Burlington. st. 10.
seph and Ottumwa the western. A
club starting out on the circuit will
complete IL before returning. This
will make the shortest series y
games. and the longest 81. The sea-
son will begin April q aud conclude
sbout Sept 20. This year last sea-
sons program will b, reverted. The
eastern clubs will open at home.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
At che Postc ffics.

ID. +. krell. secretary of the board
OF civil service examiners of the
Rock Island postoflice. has been Off.
ciaily notified that the semi.annual
examination FOX fireman and engi.
neer at the federal building, origi.
nally set for between March Is and
April 20. has been suspended. This
means that prospective candidates
Tor the vacant position, IL they desire
to enter the present year, will have TO
go either to Chicago or Peoria to be
examined.
The postal examination has also
been postponed from June 4 to
Sept. IA.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
Augustana College.

The Endowment Fund society met
with Mr.. and Mrs. J. Hasselquist last
evening.
The Tri-City Luther league enter
tainment at the college Saturday ev-
ening was we'll attended. The lee
ture OF Rev. G. H. Gerberding. d. d.,
on 1.-The Way of salvation in the Lu.
thersn Church" was the feature and
was highly interesting and instruc-
tive There was an organ voluntary
by Prof. A. w. Bodfors, scripture
reading BY Rev.W. H. Blsncke, song,
the Svea Male quartet and singing by
the audience. Two more lectures
are announced at the college-Aprll
5. "Schon berg Gotta Family" by
Rev. f. T. Bartholomew, u. d., and
May IA. praying and Waking" by
Rev. Rhodes, ID. ID.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
Railroad Notes.

Fireman Delmar B. Smith, Of the
Burlington. has gone back on his run
from Sterling to Monmouth after d
week q. home. His friends are very
glad to know he had such luck Y
escape at the time Of che wreck at
Hillsdale week ago Saturday, q
slightly sprained knee being the only
injury received.
c. A. Goodnow, assistant general
superintendent, and w. w. Collins,
superintendent of the Racine &
Southwestern division, of the Nil.
waukee, came to town last night in
the formers private car, No. SO.
Today MIR. Goodnow went to Dav.
export to look over the company.
property there, and Mr.. Collins re-
turned to Chicago.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
The Arsenal situation.

This is the day on which. accord.
ing to Congressman Prince, the war
department. was TO dispose of the re-
port OF Inspector Hug hes on the isl.
AID wage question. but up TO 4
O'Clock no sdvices had been received
officially at the arsenal. or at THE
ARGUS Office from Congres.msn
Prince or otherwise relative TO the
matter. There arc some Of the men
wno arc inclined TO discredit the
forecast OF the report, but others &C.
cept 1t as true. The situation ut the
arsenal shops remains unchanged.
Anthony Hill. one OF the veteran
attaches OF the island shops where te
has been employed for 32 years. has
laid OF pending an adjustment OF the
matter.
Ii is reported that Gen. Flagler
will visit the arsenal in the near fu.
ture.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
Tbs nots m WAY

Commends Itself to the we'll informed
TO DO pleasantly and effectually what
was formerly done in the crudest
manner and disagreesbly as we'll.
10 cleanse the system end break up
colds. headaches and fevers without
unpleasant after effects, use the de-
lighsful liquid laxative remedy,
syrup OF Figs. Made BY California
Fig Syrup company.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
.CCABE'S

.ClA6E0
Tumbled, SoiIed and Mussed Muslin
Underwear,
This week We start in to close quickly
Iumbed Muslin Underwear During greatest
Under Muslns have
have been cereess handled and soed
trim around windows doors al be thrown
into lots and closed out for what slightly oed big
discount
Although last unqueonably greatest
sale held in this vicinity preparations greatest
we have made thus leaving select
from for those not able able
to two other lots OF fine underwear
advantageous circumstances, which shall
wed buyers who will be glad pick
member the tossed and mussed goods out
jeweIry and Watches.
Our Jewry department especially desirable
goods during the days Among the
shall mention but Mems and Boys Ncke New York
Watches wind all compete
Good time keepers Price for this mistake
Free Lessons.
Every Tuesday and Friday morning Thursday
give lessons embroidery and Fancy Work. Free
Friday Battenburg day. Every Friday We give
free lessons in Bsttenburg lace
Fresh Arrival Of New Goods.
Several loads received getting them iuto
shape fast possible and preparing greatest va
have known We invite your day visits a wa
have something to show you every day
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
Fresh Arrival Of New Goods.

Several loads received are getting them no
shape fast possible and preparing greatest va
have known invite continued every day visits as We
have something new to show you every day
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
into SUDDEN FAME,
What Comes Of Being a
Brother Of a Promi.
nent Man.
1AHY WOES OF L. P. sIGsBEF.

Parsed by Rsporter,. Misrepv ssentsd
and nbq noted TO the Point Whore
He b Disposed to Writing the Secretary
OF War Desying Evsry thing Letters
Tsss Never Came.
L. p. Sigsbee Is the name Of q
commercial traveller. who ordinarily
might come and go 10 q city the size
OF Rock Island without attracting
unusual attention. Bu: just now it
happens this modest, unassuming
gentleman possesses name that is
on everyone's lips. The ccnse-
quencs is that the moment he meets
anyone the first question is: ANY
relation to Capt. Sigsbee. OF the
Maine" This is the sslutaiion that
meets him At the hotel when he ap-
Ponds his signature to the register.
1t is the greeting that comes from all
20 whom he presents himself Tue
Mr.. Sigsbee referred to, who signs
himself from New York, is at the
Harper. He /, here in the discharge
Of his duties as drummer. He hs,
been here before in that capacity.
YES" am relative of Capt.
Sigsbec OF the Maine. said the gen.
tleman SO distinguished, this morn.
ing. "He is my brother" And then
without waiting for further sugee..
ton, the speaker went on to say:
"But l have received no confidential
advices from my brother IS to what
caused the Maine TO blow up. have
no inside facts. Ihave not a word
that would Interest the public. do
not know the feelings or convictions
OF my brother on the subject. l do
not know what he thinks"
Woes Of Carrying Great Name.
Then Mr.. Sigsbee. went on to tell
OF the woes that had beiallen him
since the Maine disaster; how he had
been pursued by the ubiquitous re-.
porter until life had become a bur
den to him; how he hsd been quoted
and misquoted. represented and mis-
represented. both by reporters who
had bored him and by reporters he
had never seen, until be felt almost
constructed 10 write to Secretary OF
War Alger and assure that gentle
man no: 10 declare war on the
strength OF utterarces attributed to
l.. Z. S'gsbee, but 10 go right along
attending to his business Just ss If
there were no newspapers on earth.
MIR. Sigsbee is gentleman OF
pleasant address aud seems rather to
enjoy. despite the impression he
creates to the contrary. ,he expert.
ences he is hsviug through bearing
name that has become heroic in
the american mind and hcnored ia
American history.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
Going Down HILL.

People suffering from kidney dis
eases feel 3 gradual but steady loss OF
strength and vitality. They should
lose no time in trying Foley's Kid
ney cure. guaranteed preparation.
For sale by T. II. Thomas.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-03-02
From Winter
To Spring.

We are just now passing that stage of the
season when stern old winter gives way to the
gentle spring. There will be cold days yet but
every hour brings us nearer to June flowers.
You know we promised
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
:

On account Of the absence of
the Senior and the serious ill
ness of Buddie Brim, our
Jockey and Driver. we have
decided to postpone the Oak
Leaf Ride and Onion Tea, but
the eternal sacrifice will con-
tinue. We especially call your
attention to our n. G. Hams,
cut and cured expressly to our
order. by DIR. Thos. Sears,
whose reputation for curing
meat IL not confined to North
Carolina. Our business is
increasing daily, which we at
tribute 10 the Best Grade of
Goods and Prompt Delivery.
For most delicious Dessert,
we recommend, "Bromangelon'
absolutely pure. Once tried,
always used.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
PERSONAL.

Col. Benneham Cameron is in the city
Judge Henry r. Bryan, of Newbern,
is in the city.
Col. John w. Hinsdale is attending
Moore county court.
Gov. Russell returned from Whining
ton yesterday morning.
DIR. A. w. Knox has gone to Oxford
on a professional visit
Miss May Bryan is back from a visit
to friends at Moncure.
Mr.. w. p. Bynarn, Jr., of Greensboro,
was in the city yesterday.
Mrs. r. Il. Hay and Miss Attic Gales
have gone to Washington for a ten days
visit.
Mr. Browne Shepherd is in the city.
He came down from the University yes
terday.
Mr.. Henry A. London, editor of the
Chatham Record, spent yesterday in
Raleigh.
Mr.. B. n. Duke. of Durham, is in the
city, the guest of Gov Russell at the
Mansion.
Miss Whitaker, of this city, has ac-
cepted position as teacher in the city
graded school at Nit. Airy.
Mr.. s. L. Crowder, of the State Treas
ury department, has gone to his home
in Warren county for few days.
Mrs. W. G. Kimball and son, Master
Van Wyck, have returned from a visit
TO their old home in Chatham county.
Miss Ethel Waltz, of this city has
accepted position in the Music School
of MISSES Tucker and Blick, of Norfolk,
Va.
Judge Avery went to Morganton this
morning to spend Sunday with his
family. He will return to Raleigh next
week.
Mr.. Chas. J. Parker, secretary of the
North, Carolina Teachers Assembly, LETT
yesterday for New York TO look after
some private business matters.
MISS Lillian Dicks, of Rand1eman.
who has been the charming guest of Miss
Lima Battle for several days, left yes
terday for Fayetteville, where she goes
to visit friends.
Mr.. E. Mofftt, of Asheboro, is send
ing a few days in the city with his
brother, Editor Mofftt. at Mr.. w. b.
Mann's. He reports ex-Treasurer Worth
as improving rapidly.
Mr.. John Y. MacRae dropped in on his
old friends in Raleigh yesterday Mr..
MacRae, though travelling now for a
New York drug firm, says there is no
place like Rhamkatte. Mr.. MacRae
represents the .rm of Scott and Bovine.
and has for his territory oil the South
ern States. Mr.. MaoRae leaves this
morning and will be in New Orleans
during the Mardi Gras. His friends
were glad to shake his hand again and
miss him ait his old stand.
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CHARMING RECEPTION.
BY Mr.. and Mrs. st. John at Their
Handsome Home.
Norfolk Landmark


The handsome residence of Mr.. and
Mrs. Everett st. John, No. 1GS Freeina-
son street, was the scene last night OF
one of the most brilliant assemblages
which have ever gathered an private
home in Norfolk. The occasion was
tine reception rendered by the gallant
host and charming hostess to Mr. ana
Mrs. q. II. Bidwell, and nothing posi-
bio was left undone which would have
added pleasure to the guests or made
the event more delightful.
The scenc was one worthy the brush
of an artist Norfolk society to the
number of about four hundred were
made welcome between the hours of o
and II p. m, and it was during this
time that the full magnifcence of the
event WIS noted. Charming matrons
AMI beautiful young ladies in costumes
worthy of Worth. with numerous hand
some heauX, were the animate particles
IF Il whole to which even the inanimnte
vas made to aid in making the affair
success. The music, the flowers. the
lights, the refreshments, all were in
Keeping, and in consequence the host
ind hostess could not have wished for
| more brilliant evening.
The two parlors were used by the
hostess. and those assisting her to re-
ceive the guests. In these American
Beauty roses were used hvishly, but
astefully, while white and green were
the colors of the dining room The
smokers were not forgotten however,
Cor in what the host calls hics den
they we're welcomed. and there jon
nbo hsA
}art At the end of the main hall was
he orchestra, Mr.. G. A. Thilow, leader
ina six pieces from Richmond. and all
lur.ng the evening delightful music
vas diSc0ursed. The refreshments, pre-
pared by James Harris. caterer from
Baltimore, We're served to the guests by
several young ladies, which but added
4 flavor decidedly reliShabe.
Mrs. st. John, in black lace, with jet
md diamonds, was assisted in receiving
by Miss pattie Selden, white satin.
with pearl trimmings; Miss Mary Tay
lor, white chiffon; Mrs. Willie Gwath-
mey, black lace; Ida Ellis, pink silk
Miss Dawson, of New York, green vel
vet; Mrs. Johnston. of Chicago, black
velvet: Miss Goldman, of Boston. black
silk and turquoise; Miss Rosa McBee,
yreen taffeta, and Miss Madge Lamb,
noire veloir; Miss Annie Smith, white
silk mule over green taffeta.
Among those present were Mr. and
Mrs. George Mcintosh, Mr.. and Mrs
George w. Taylor, Mr.. and Mrs. p. E.
Yeatman, Mr.. and Mrs. Barton Myers.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. Lane Kelly, Judge
md Mrs. W. b. Martin, Judge and Mrs.
Alan II. Hanckel, Mr.. and Mrs. w. l..
Williams. Mr.. and Mrs. William H
White. Mr.. and Mrs. John F. Edgerton,
Nr. and Mrs. James Y. Leigh, Mr.. and
Mrs. r. 4. Doble, Judge and Mrs. T..
). tiarnett. Mr.. and Mrs. J. Cary
Weston, Mr.. and Mrs #. b. Dancy, Mr..
md Mrs. C. T.. Finch
Today is Mr.. st. Johns birthday, as
veil as the twenty-ninth anniversary of
his marriage, but no particular cere-
Monies will mark the dual event
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
CITY IN BRIEF.

NEW CARPETS.-The old carpets
in the Revenue Department were torn
up yesterday and the new ones are today
being put down. They will cost about
$500.
CONVENTIONAL is said that tine
Democratic executive committee, at Its
meeting here ON Tuesday. Feb. 22nd,
win name the date for holding the State
convention.
NEW CONVICTS.-Three convicts
were yesterday brought in from Frank
lin county by sheriff Kearney. They
were all negroes-one for three years
and two for one year each.
WAITING FOR OTHERS.-It is
stated that Col. Andrews told the Rail-
road Commission recently that if the
other roads would make a showing on
the pass question and kindred subjects
he would do so too.
FEDERAL COURT.-Federal court
conyenes here Tuesday. District Attor-
ney Bernard will be here, this being his
first court The docket win probably be
sufficient, with new attorneys, to take
up the whole week.
WILL THEY FIGHT?-After Han.
cocks interview in yesterdays paper il
is believed that he and Dick Williams
will certainly have a personal encounter
Now" said one man after reading it
ssDick will have to use something stron
er than language and louder thar
words
CONVICT BEGS.-A negro convie
who has just served out his sentence Oh
the State farm at Wadesboro was her;
yesterday begging money to enable hin
to get to his home in Greene county
Sam Jones is his name. He says they
gave him only 81 to get ticket wher
he finished his sentence. He walked
the rest of the way here.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
HOW TO LOOK GOOD.

Good looks are really more than skin
ieep, depending entirely on a healthy
condition of all the vital organs. /
the liver be inactive, you have q bilious
look; if your stomach be disordere.l,
You have a dyspeptic Look; if your kid
neys be affected, you have a pinched
look. Secure good health, and you win
surely have good look Electric Bit
ters'' is a good Alternative and Tonic.
Acts directly on the stomach, liver and
kidneys. Puriies the blood, cures pim-
ples. blotches and boils, and gives a
good complexion. Every bottle guar
anteed. Sold at any drug store. 90 cts.
pr bottle.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
THE WEATHER T J-DAY.

For North Carolina: Threatening
weather with light rain in extreme west
ern portions: not so warm Sunday; east
to southeast winds.
Local forecast for Raleigh and vicinity
tc, 3 o'clock tonight: Fair and warmer
Local data for yesterday: Maximum
temperature. AZ; minimum temperature,
16: mean, 30: rainfall, %.
The following table gives data for
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05

Clothing.
Biggest cut ever offered you. ANY
suit i'm the store is yours at just the
regular price cut in half.
Crockery.
&c. Delft imported cups and saucers,
TO clear out, 49c. set, six of each.
Plates to match, 49c., set of six. White
Granite. good shapes, worth 50c., now
zoe. They are real bargains.
Carpets.
1t will pay you to see the new line
They are just lovely in designs, and the
low prices make them more so. No
charge for making and laying.
MattingS.
New line and old prices from 121ac. to
25c. Better scee them soon and get
a choice piece.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05

What pleasure is there in life with a
headache, constipation or biliousness?
Thousands experience them who could
become perfectly healthy by using De
Wits Little Early Risers. the famous
little pills. Heartt & HEARTS drug
store
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS TO-DAY.

AFRICANA--It is not Strange that
Many Suffer.
ELY'S CREAM BAIIM--Cures Dis
eases of the Skin, &c.
PAINE'S CELERY COMPOUND-The
Wonderful Blood Purifier.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05

Dress Goods.
Best assortment of short length, all
grades and colors. They run from 2
yards to yards. You will find them
just half the regular price.
Silks.
A few small pieces which will be OF
value to you. We want to clean them
out. They are yours for half value.
White Goods.
To clean out the lot all our high grade
goods in checks, plaids and stripes only.
Nice and sheer just in season. We cut
the price one-fourth off.
Kid Gloves.
About so pairs, all colors and sizes
Worth more than double. Your choice
for 49c. See them quick.
- n W- @m~s E&
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
Inventory Week.
Inventory Week.

Few Words Great Values Your money back if you are
not satisfied. Looking or buying, our people
will be pleased to show you
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
GOOD BRACING WEATHER NOW

So we have few bracers for you to think over, We
going to take stock soon so it forces to offer our
people some bargains that they will surely not fail to APP
preciate The Big Store intends to give its patrons neat
up-to-dae goods and at the lowest living prices So in
order to be in position to carry out DESIRES we have
placed BIC BUNDLE of bargains for you So here we
come with few:
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05

ing malady; but its duration can be cut
short by the use Of One Minute Cough
Cure. which is also the best known
remedy for Group and all lung and
bronchial troubles. Heartt & HEARTS
rug store.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-02-05
THE SPECIAL SCHOOL TAX.

The special donation to public school
fund by subscription mp to date, amounts
% $J,20S.0S; the special tax voted
S1,51952.
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1seavooSd6zl 30
COLD SNAP!
The Thermometer Hovers Around Zero,
Crash in Prices. Chance of the Season.
Choicest Of the Stock. None Re
Underwear, Blankets, Confortables, Horse
Covers, Lap Robes and Heavy Shoes.

Farewell prices will mark the phenomenal clearance of
all warm, wooden winter underwear, and SOFT dOWny,
heecy wool blankets and comfortables. Be prompt The
alert profits by first picdngs in these extraordinary sales
pated Prices hold good for to-day and tomorrow