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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
The Reporter.

George S. WelshOns, one of the bes,
known and wittiest of Pennsylvania
newspaper men, recently delivered
himself of the following in response
to the toast, The Reporter, to the
amusement of the Pittsburg Press
club:
'In the old days the editor called a
man chicken thief; nowadays the
reporter finds the feathers in his back
yard. The weapon of the old-time
editor was the epithet; that of the
modern reporter is the evidence.
What the editor used to assert the re-
porter now proves.
"lf the people who complain Of
what the reporter writes of them
would only consider what he does not
write about them, they would en-
shrine him in the dearest corner OF
their hearts. The waste baskets of
the daily newspaper in any town dc
more to keep its citizens in good re-
pute than any other agency except
the fear of the law and the hereafter
Not all that a reporter writes is true
He is not infallible himself, and OF
those who are the source of his in
formation many are less so. There
are very many who cannot tell s
straight story. The man who tells
the story to the reporter is usually ar
interested party. He has a purpose
to serve in metamorphosing this OF
suppressing that. The reporter ha.
no desire except to get the truth ac-
curately and completely, and to write
it quickly and entertainingly.
"All men do not love the reporter
and am glad of it. The fear and ha
tired of bad men is chaplet above hi.
brows. 1t is the assurance of his hon
esty, his badge of honor as a serven,
of truth. If time ever comes when
all men love the reporter, it will b,
time to bury him. He will have for
gotten his mission, betrayed his trus
and shamed the noble fellowship O
men who have made the white eros.
of the Pittsburg reporter the decora
ton of the legion of honor"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

These appointments are made in what
may be called the aristocratic portion
of the volunteer army.
1t is known to the president that
none of these sons of prominent sires
has been educated or trained in the
duties of the offices to which he has
appointed them, and that therefore
their duties will not be properly per-
formed. As consequence many sol
diers are liable to suffer-possibly to
die-from this form of political favor
itism.
Some of these young men. indeed
probably most of them. have been fail
ures at about every thing else they
have undertaken.
If there is any place on earth where
''daddyism" or nepotism of any kind
is utterly and dreadfully scandalous il
is in the army in the presence of ac.
tual war.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

SENATOR SEwELL, of New jersey,
has refused the commission of major
general, rendered him by the presi.
dent. Under the law. which was en-
acted in the reconstruction period
and was intended to prevent army
officers from exercising civil function.
in southern states, he could not holt
the senatorship and the major gener
alship at the same time, and preferrins
the legislative, he declined the mill
tary office. As a senator MIR. Sewal
is more Independent than he would b.
as general. In one capacity he is {
part of the government; in the othel
he would be government servant.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
Shake Into Your Shoes

Aliens Foot-Ease, powder for the
feet. 1t cures painful, swollen,
smarting feet and instantly takes the
sting out of the corns and bunions.
It's the greatest comfort discovery OF
the age. Aliens Foot-Ease makes
tight-titting or new shoes feel easy.
1t is certain cure for sweating, cal.
lous and hot, tired, aching feet. Try
it today. Sold by all druggists and
shoe stores. BY mail for 25 cents in
stamps. Trial package free. Adj
dress Allen S. Olmsted, LeRov, N. Y.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
FAST DYES FOR MIXED GOODS.
Special Diamond Dyes For Cot
ton That Give Fast Colors
on Cotton and Mixed
Goods.

Don't Risk Spelling Your Material With
Dyes that Claim to Color Both Cotton and
Wool With the Same Dye-Dincrcnt Kinds
Absolutely Necessary for Making Satisfac-
Diamond Dyes Make Fast and Rich Colors
on Anything From Ribbons to the Heavi-
est Cloths
In these days of shoddy goods. when
the mills are trying to see. not how
good. but how cheap they can make
their cloths, the woman who wants to
color over her old clothes has to be
specially careful in selecting here dye.
Cotton is vegetable fibre and wool
an animal fibre. and to get satisfac-
tory colOrs on cotton or mixed goods,
it is absolutely necessary to have a
different dye from that used to color
wooden goods.
The great success of Diamond DYES
in coloring cotton and mixed goods
comes from the fact that they have
special dyes for this kind of work that
can be relied upon to make colors that
are fast to sunlight. Some dyes
claim to color both cotton and wool
with the same dye, but when used on
cotton or mixed goods and exposed to
the light, the result shows the false
ness of their claims, for the colors
soon fade out ands become dingy,
while if the Diamond had been used,
they would not have lost their full,
rich. bright shade.
Diamond Dyes cost the manufac-
turer and dealer more, but the price
to the user is the same, which is why
some dealers occasionally try to sell
cheap limitations for the sake of a lit
tie more profit. The result is loss
to their customers, for the Diamond
are the only package dyes on the
market that can be relied upon to al
ways give fast and beautiful colors
that are true to name. Use nothing
but Diamond Dyes if you want success
and satisfaction.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
.Daddyism" In War.
springfield RegistS

There have been already appointed
or slated for prompt appointment te
offices of high rank in the army sons
of quite number of dead or living
republican politicians. Among these
are reported Franklin. Alger, son OF
the secretary of war; Russell B. Har.
rison, son Of ex-President Harrison:
James G. Blaine, son of the ..plumed
knight" John A. Logan, son of the
BLACK Eagle" sons of Senator's GRAY,
Elkins and Fairbanks. nephew OF
Senator Allison, and sons of Represen.
tatives Hill. Hit and others; also sons
OF several New York millionaires.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

The action of congress making him
a rear admiral will keep the gallant
Dewey upon the active list of the
navy until he is u years old; give him
full pay when he retires and CORE
spending increase of pension for his
family after he is no more. and in
sures him the privileges of the floor
in the houses of congress.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

To the delegates Of the democratic conven.
ton for the nomination of candidates for
county ofices 1t the coming November cleo.
ton: 0entlemen-After Is years successful
teaching - principal Of graded schools, and
having been chosen by the democrats In other
counties at two different times as nominee for
the once Of county superintendent Of schools
I hope you will not think me too presumptuous
In asking such nomination at your hands
which do. Respectfully,
W. H. SHERMAN
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
AGENTS wANTEp-EoR WAR WITH

AGENTS WANTED-FOR WAR WITH
= SPAN; including battles on sea and land
Contains all about armies nayies. forts and
warships OF both nations and graphic story OF
the great victory of the gallant Dewey; tell,
everything about Sampson, Schley Fitzhugf
Rankin Young. the intrepid leader for Cubs
hbre In the halls Of congress. The greatest
war book published; 900 large pages 100 superb
illustrstfons, many in richest colors Has large
coiored maps Biggest book, highest commits
sfons, lowest price; only a. 15 Each subscriber
receives grand ri premium free Demand
enormous; harvest for agents: 80 days credit
freight paid: outfit free Write today. Ad
$50 Dearborn street, Chicago
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

Now, if there are any others in the
broad land who are in any way re-
lated to Admiral Dewey, let them
stand forth and say it, or else forever
hold their peace.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

IT looks now as though the crowned
heads intervention scheme might have
been principally to keep Spain from
making monkey of herself before the
American republic.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
Found.

At T. H. Thomas drug store, a
marvellous cure for kidney complaints,
nervous exhaustion and female weak
ness. 1t is Foley's Kidney Cure.
For Sale by T. H. Thomas.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

LET some good samaritan stand
near the local republican camp with a
bowl of cracked ice. Each side is al
most ready to deliver the Knockout
blow.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTEDGTO LOAN MONEY ON Ola.
w monds. Watches, 1ewelry, hardware,
musical instruments, bicycles. clothing, dry
goods, furniture, etc. Highest cash prices
paid for second hand goods Of al kinds also.
The above goods for sale at half the usual
store pricoa An bosine0 transactions strictly
confidential His new number and location,
1921 Second Avenue Don't forget H. ]. W.
Jones. Two rings on 1347.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

TOR SALE-A NEAT OFFICE CABINET
~ with about 90 different slides, suitable for
filing legal blanks or any description OF papers
In nat form to be kept In shape for writing.
A comprehensive index connected Just the
thing for any once with contrar e, etc, to
nle. Address H. e. c.. care OF THE ARGUS
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
BBNroN DAVE

Acouiestne to the requests Of number Of
my friends, hereby announce myself candi.
date for The shrievalty nomination, subject to
the decision OF the democratic county con
vention- A. D. HuBINo.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

EVEN if Fitzhugh Lee was johnny
Reb' in the Cos, he has shown him
self to be johnny on the spot" in
1898.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WHEN We 60 to war again let's pick
out country where the names are
easier.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

NOR SALE-wELL ESTABLISHED BUsI.
II ness; doing about 10000 per annum; 10
Gated on the most prominent corner In the
city OF San Antonio; 900 cars pass the store
every day; re-third frst-class farming lands
In Missouri or Kansas. balance cash or its
equivalent Address Col j. A. Bradley t0eK
E Houston street, San Antonio, Tex.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

A NAUTICAL mile, or knot, is 6, 086.7
feet, being $685. feet longer than our
mile. A marine league is three nau-
teal miles.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

EOR SALE-LOT SOUTHEAST CORNER
L Twenty third street and Ninth avenue: IS
foot front. win sell on easy terms Address
T. j. Halpin, 500 Main street, St. Louis. Mo.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

ElOR SALE-LOT SOUTHEAST CORNER
- Twenty-second street and Ninth avenue;
IS foot front. VIII sell on easy terms. Ad-
Mo.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

ED-ENGAGEMENTS TO PLAY
w for dances by j. J. Baker (wiih Otto s
mem. who guarantees good music. Henry
Webbing, prompter. Also furnish violin and
hianO music No. 200 Seventeenth street. tel.
phone 3 on 1871.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

ENOR sALE-COAL IN ANY QUANTITY
- OF 80 bushels or over ~ ESQ per ton, do
hvered @. o. d. TO any part Of the city. Leave
orders At Commercial house barber shop Rock
Island, or Enos James, Milan.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

Why don't some of the powers give
Spain tip to quit her foolishness and
save funeral enpenses?
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

TOR SALE-A RESIDENCE OF SEVEN
II rooms: well appointed with modern con-
veniences. good location 70 physician
or comfortable home for business man
Good yard, and convenient to street cars. Ad-
dress G. p THE ARGUS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED-RELIABLE MEN TO TACK
w up advertising signs; $3.50 weekly;
steady work. Send 10 cents for postage, sam
pie, etc. Young Medicine company, 242e North
Colorado street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

EHOR SALE-HAI.F INTEREST IN GOOD
II shoe store. located in north central Hi
nos: city of 1000 population. splendid opening;
good reason for wanting to sell. Inquire or
address F. w. Paul, Rock Island, ILL.,, care X. 1.
Buggy company.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

thereby announce myself . candidate for
the ofnce Of sheriff Of Rock Island county, sub
jsot 70 the decisioa of the democratic county
convention. NJ n BRIoca
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
Have You Kidney Trouble?

Have You Kidney Trouble?
A 90 cent trial bottle of Foley's
Cure will prevent serious results from
this usually fatal disease. Sold by +.
7. Thomas.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

thereby announce myself candidate for
the nomination for the ONCE Of county treas
urer, subject to the decision OF the Democratic
county convention. ADAM STAMN
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED-ACTIVE MAN TO TRAVEL
w in this and nearby counties: $50 month
and all expenses: no experience or capital re-
CURED. Address Manufacturer, =. o. Box 7s5,
Philadelphia. Pa.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

EVERYBODY hopes that it will be easy
shedding for Schley.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
D. W. MATTHEW

The undersigned wishes TO announce hin
self candidate for the democratic nomins
lion for sheriff Of Rock Island county, ana %
ncits the support of his friends
BINroN DAVE
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

announce my candidacy for the county treas
uryship nomination, subject TO the VIII Of the
democratic convention. &C. Gown
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
FOR SALE.

LNOR SALE-3Ss-A ACRE FARM: ROCK ISL
Il and county; S6 per acre: will take part
trade in a small farm, or other realty. W.
CLAUssEN, Davenport, Iowa
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

A FEW days may bring forth the
story of a modern Sampson that will
tell of other feats of prOwess.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

Yielding 70 the wishes Of my friends have
consented 70 become candidate for the dem
ocrsic nomination for sheriR subject 70 the
decision OF the democratic county convention.
c. w Mana
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
Announcement.

thereby announce myself q Q candidate
for the once of county superintendent Of
schools, SUBJECT 70 the decision Of the demo
cratic county convention.
d. W. NAr1HHVI
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

I"ANTED = SITUATION BY A YOUNG
w colored man experienced in hotel bust
ness; is intelligent and industrious, best of
references furnished Address m. H." AR
| GUS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

EREE-TEA SET. LADIES. SEND US
l. your full address, plainly written. and we
will express you rs of our sweet and exquisite
Arabian Perfume packets lin powder form. 10
scent gloves, handkerchiefs, clothing, etc.D TO
sell among friends at 10 cents each. When
SOLO. remit us the money (after deducting ex-
press charges) and we win send YOU for your
trouble lovely decorated English tea set of
IS pieces (full size for family use) Each set
Is artistically decorated in cOlors tasteful leaf
ana hover pattern. The shapes are OF latest
style. which every lady will appreciate. Order
at once and name nearest express ONCE Ad-
dress, Arabian Perfume company, Bridge
water, Conn
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

Having determined to become . candidate
for the democratic nomination for county su-
perntenccnt of schools. hereby solicit the
support OF my friends looking 10 that end.
O. L ADDIroH
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

hereby announce myself - . candidate
for the democratic nomination for county
superintendent Of schools, subject 70 the Do
oision Of the democratic county oonvensioa.
CHAlLB @. swuuln.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

In aocordarce with the wishes Of . number
OF ny frisads throughout the county, hsssby
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

SALESMEN wANTED-BY HIGH-RATED
~ factory supplying free outfit and paying
several agents over $40 weekly cash. Brattce.
243 Pearl. New York.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

"ANTED-A PLACEAS HOUS EKEEPER
w or to work for board by refined widow
about middle age. Must have Il home at once.
Address Mrs. ID. :" care ARGUS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WRITE TO FULTON & YEAGLEY,
w Denton. Tex, IL you have accounts
notes or judgments VS.. Texas parties that you
desire settled or compromised.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED-GOODS TO STORE IN CHEAP,
w clean and light storage rooms, with clio.
yator st 1893 Second avenue. Johnny Jones.
Two rings on l347.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
FOR SALE.

NOR SALE-SIx LOTS NEAR TOWN go
II each. Gordon & Bowman
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

"ANTED-A DINING ROOM GIRL AT
w the DelmOnico restaurant.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED RENT WITH THE VIEW
w OF purchasing. a cottage with one or
more acres of land in the suburbs of Rock Isl
and. Address &c b." ARGUS Office.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

"ANTED-A GOOD GIRL FOR GENERA
w homework 1T 543 Nineteenth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED NEAT YOUNG GIRL CAPA-
w BILE OF taking care of children and doing
light housework Inquire at 72s Twentieth
street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

"ANTED-A COMPETENT GIRL A
w cook at 9i4 Second avenue. Referenc,
required.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED BOARD AND ROOM BY A
w young lady. Location some where west
OF Twenty-tirst street. Address H. p, - THE
ARGUS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

nor SALE-FIvE ACRES FOR SALE
II cheap. Near town. Gordon & Bowman
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED-A GOOD. HONEST. INDUS
w trious boy about L. or II years old at L
F. DOrnS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
WANTED.

WANTED-A COMPETENT Girl. AT 81.
w Twenty-frSt street,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED ROOM AND BOARD FOR TWO
w couples; central location. Enquire n,
NJ & X. clothing house.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WANTED-A GOOD BLACKSMITH AT
w Barstow. III. For full particulars write
or call on A. O'Brien.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

"ANTED-TO RENT AN OR l0-ROON
w modern house May or before. Address
x ARGUS ONCE.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16
FOR RENT.

EOR PENTHOUSE AT FOOT OF MOLINE
Il avenue and Twenty-third street. Apply
at 80 Nineteenth.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

DOR RENT-A 4-ROOM HOUSE SOUTH
Il side OF race track. South Rock Island.
Apply to John Sherman in same yard.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

WASHING AND IRONING TO
w do at home, or TO 20 out by the day. In
quire Cos Tenth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

EOR SALE-REAL ESTATE NOW EARN
Il ing 10 per cent on the investa ent. In
luire OF Thomas Smart, us Third avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

LNOR SALE-THE REAR PART OF L.
II Simon's house. Inquire OF Simon a. Mos
fielder or Hudson & Parker. corner First ave
nne and Seventeenth street
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1898-05-16

NOR RENT-A FRONT AND BACK PAR.
II lor Of new house. with bath privileges.
with or without board. at 2733 Sixth avenue.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1898-07-15
DAIRY SUGGESTIONS.

1t is claimed that if moldy and rotted
feed is fed to cows, the butter will not
"come." That is reasonable.
In using rennet for making cheese
use about 21a ounces-prepared rennet
for 1000 pounds of milk.
Don't feed too much corn meal to
pigs. Feed skinned milk and oats with
corn meal if you feed the latter at all.
Make all the clabbered milk into
cheese. 1t is healthful and pleasant to
the palate. Simply put it on the stove
SO that the cheese will separate from
the water.
The oil meal trust is seeking it to the
dairymen and breeders right along. It
is advising heavy feeding of oil meal,
Don't do it. Feed oil meal in very linn
ited quantities.
Whole faxseed ground meal is as
good, and perhaps better, than oil meal.
We believe that oil meal, fed recklessly,
fed as it is advised to be fed by the oil
meal trust, has killed thousands of ami
mails.
If the butter from the milk of herd
does not come, it may be caused by the
fault in one cow. Put the milk OF
separate cows in self-sealing glass jars,
and after IL hours, shake vigorously.
until the butter comes. If there is
broth instead of butter, that cows milk
is at fault.-Western Plowman.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1898-07-15
CIRCULATION IS LIFE.
And for This Reason Farmer ana
Merchant Are Extremely Inter.
eSted in Good Roads Building.

The roads and highways of civil di-
vision are as the veins and arteries of
the human system, says the Suffern
Independent. Life and health, that is,
business and prosperity, of each part
can be had and secured only by the
freest circulation, and the conduits
must not be allowed to clog. While the
limb would wither if the circulatio
was interrupted, the heart would also
suffer. Where would the proud city
of New York be without her magnifi-
cent railways, and what would have
been her condition if the great blizzard
of 1888 had continued month?
The village with its paved streets
and tagged walks may say: ''Let the
farmer build his roads; he is the party
benefited" The lord of the manor who
surrounds his grounds with high wall
and morass, and then beauties his
place for his own enjoyment and bene-
fit, may be wise if he has within him
self all he requires to satisfy his needs.