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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
a pIoodthir.ty Editor.

A down east editor has drawn mp
some new game laws which he wants
adopted. The following is summary:
'sBook agents may be killed from
Oct. 1 to Sept 1; spring poets. from
March 1 to June 1; scandalmongers
from April 1 to Feb 1; umbrella bor-
rowers, from Aug. to Nov. I and
Feb. to May 1, while every man who
accepts a newspaper two years. and,
upon being presented with his bill, says.
4 never ordered it may be killed on
the spot, without reserve or relief -
Christian Register.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
ENGLISH RED TAPE.
It Took n Broken Leg to Get the
Chair Repaired.

Chair REPAIRED.
1t is stated that one morning recent
~ young fellow who had just scared
Il clerkship in government office was
considerably startled by little scene
that he witnessed. An elderly man, one
of the senior clerks in the room, sud
denly rose from his desk, dragged the
comfortable chair on which he had
been sitting into the middle of the
room, seized poker and attacking the
chair with great vigOr succeeded in
breaking one of it's legs. When it was
done, the official gave a sigh of relief
and flung the chair into corner of the
room. The budding junior first thought
was that his senior had suddenly taken
leave of his senses, and he almost ex-
pected that his colleagues would put
him under restraint But to his aston
ishment the other clerks hardly raised
their eyes while the work of destruction
was in progress. Before the Office work
was over the newcomer sought informa-
ton from one of his fellow clerks.
'Can you tell me-" said he, "why
Mr.. Dash carried on in that extraordi
nary fashion, 1 mean, >of course, when
he broke a perfectly sound leg off the
chair in which he had been sitting.
'Oh, that was all right" replied the
other with q meaning laugh. "a caster
had come off one of the legs of that
chair, and, you know, my lords will
not provide us with new casters; they
will attend to nothing less than broken
leg. So Dash had to break one of the
legs to get his chair put right at the
public expense. London Standard.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
short Sighted.

McLubberty - Ovid Uncle Moike
Duffy is out ov his moind intoirelyi
Mrs McLubberty-Phot makes yez
say thotI
McLubberty-Phwoy, he's been Attn
er maxim his will an Iavin iveryt ing
he's OCT in dhe worruld to his heirs,
not kapin back for himsilf as much as a
quarters wort ay anything, Think av
ut, lawn himsilf pinniless at his age,
in case he should doiel-Harper' s Bazaar.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
The Trouble.

Hicks-Why is it you are so hard on
Wellington He never did you bad
turn or ever spoke i'll of you.
Wicks-I know that, but the fact is
the first time 1 saw Wellington /
thought he was somebody out of the or
binary, and 1 was as polite to him as
knew how to be. / never shall be able
to forgive him for that mistake.-Bos-
ton Transcript.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
A Hard Cough.

doctor. 1 want to know exactly
what's the matter with me-
my good sir. your ailment is tend
ency of the lungs tc expel air suddenly
and forcibly through the glottis. the
effort being accompanied by raucous
and more or less cultural sound"
That's what told the doctor I dis
charged the other day. He said it was
nothing but cough. Chicago Trib-
me
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
His Position.

'.Now, how do you stand on this
question l'' asked the man who had in
dulged in long dissertation.
Exactly as stood years ago. when
it first came up" answered Senator
Sorghum. Its been so long that for
get just exactly how / stood. but 1
haven't changed my mind bit. sir /;
not bit. "-Washington Star.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
Next Thing to 1t.

He-Oh, by the way, the doctor adj
vised NE to eat water cracker before
going TO bed; said it would prevent my
Insomnia. Are there any in the house
She-The only thing in the house
approaching water cracker Is the ire
pick -Indisnapolis Journal
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02

Some of the cod lines used in tine fish
ing industry measure 1000 fathoms
long. or about eight ordinary mikes.
having 4. 6s0 hooks. the whole costing:
in some cases, goo or $500.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
Sensible Gifts.

What did Finnerty give the brideS'
Two fire escapes and jumping
net. "-Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02

By the undersigned association for the arrest
and conviction of any incendiary in any of the
associated towns
PROPERTY OWNERS FIRE ASSOCIATION
Rock Island. IL
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
c. L. FOSTER, NJ. D.
Physician and Surgeon.

once between Third and Fourth avenues on
Twentieth street. once hours: to II a. m,
2 to 4 p. m and to Q p. m. Night calls from
ONCE Phone 40S4.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
The Up-fO-date Newspaper
is the CfrOniC/er of
Current History.

We can best Judge what may be by what has
been, and in making provision for keeping
ABREAST OF THE TIMES Seek the
companionship of the paper that did not fail
you DURING THE LATE WAR. THE
DAILY ARGUS served its constituency
faithfully and reliability. Its war news
accurate in every particular and detail and
beyond that it prompt in laying before
its readers the stirring events as they
ed. Its membership in the Associated Press
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
Physicians.

once Tremann block. once hours TO IL
Rock Island, III. Night calls answered from
ONCE.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
IN These
Times OF War

Of war just ended, of war existing and pos
{ sibly of A GREATER WAR COMING,
when the affairs of the world are rapidly
assuming new forms, the people seek quite
naturally to be INTELLIGENTLY IN
FORMED of the events as they develop in
their day and generation.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02

3. b. BUR ART, NJ. d
MRS HADA NJ. BURKHART, N. I
DRS. BURKHART & BURKHART,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
THE TRAVELLERS GUIDF.

@HICAgO. ROCK ISLAND q PACIFIC RAIL
wsy-Tickets can De purchased or pas gage
r6eeked st X I d Twentieth street cerot, OF
n r IA dfpc., corner Fifth avenue and Thirty
ARR strsst Frank Plummer. Agent.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
DR.. S. II. MILLER,
Veterinary Surgeon and Dentist,

Andlseases OF horses and cattle treated on
approved principles. Surgical operations per
formed IN a scientific manner. Dogs treated
All calls promptly attended to. Residence,
1925 Fifth avenue. Telephone 4A0i. once
and infirmary, 15l5-16l7 Fourth avenue
(Maucker's stable), opposite No. fire house.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02

Passenger trains leave c & Moline
avenue) depot five 90 minutes earlier than time
given. Trains marked daily, all other trains
daily except Sunday.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
PHYSICIANS.

Phone 4 on 1867. once, 326 Twentieth
street. ONCE hours: 10 to i2 a. m; to and
to p. m. Sunday, $50 to $50 a. m; l:3o to
Up. m
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
FIRE-BUGsl $500 REWARD.
Reward of $500

The premium payers of the state are main
tanning fund by popular subscription from
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-06-02
JOHN K. SCOTT,

Lawyer.
Commercial and criminal law. Room 4
Mitchell & Lynde building.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
The Republican Caucus.
The One Held Last Friday very Harmonious
Affair.

The One Held Last Friday very Harmoniou.
Affair.
The Republicans of Arcadia township
met IN caucus last Friday afternoon M
the Office Of r. d. Lemen for the purpose
of electing delegates 10 the county con
vention to be held in Ithaca today
There was a very good representation oi
the voters of the township present con
sidering that there Were no questions
of vital importance to come before the
caucus.
Townsend A. Ely was chosen as chair
man of the caucus and c. + Brown see
rotary, while John ID. Spinney and Bert
Woodward were appointed tellers
The following is the list of delegates
rs chosen by the voters present: w :.
Turck, r. A. Ely, Carts Brown, j W
Glass, j w Holmes, G.. ). Ward Geo.
Sharrar, J ID. Spinney, John Rush, G
l.. Delavan and Rodney Purvis
As there was nothing further of i'm
portance 10 be transacted the caucus
was adjourned after the election of the
delegates.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
Alma College Endowed.

This youngest of the colleges OF Nichi-
gan is rejoicing in "A great triumph. The
first step toward permanent and en-
larged usefulness has been taken. The
most skeptical will no longer question
that Alma College has come TO stay
Thirteen years ago it was a dream
Twelve years ago it began its work II
now has five buildings on its spacious
campus Ii has seventeen professors and
teachers. 1t has unusual facilities in the
way of library, gymnasium, museum and
laboratories, and an attendance of be.
tween 200 and 300 students But the
keys stone has just been placed in the arch
of its life by the endowment Of 1925, 600
This is the gift Of eleven ladies and gent.
lemen of Michigan, all with one excep-
ton from the Saginaw Valley. These
people have surely done well 10 place in
the center of the state a home for
Christian learning tree OF life, the
fruit of which generations of young
people may pluck and eat.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24


The Republican caucus for the nomi.
nation of officers TO be elected at the
coming village election has been called
for Thursday evening of next week
Every Republican voter in the village
should attend this caucus and nominate
such men rs will serve the village the
coming year the same as though they
were laboring in their own interests.
which they would be 10 a certain extent
The coming year will be an eventful one
TO Alma and there are improvements to
be made that are an absolute necessity
10 the welfare of the village. Therefore.
we must nominate and elect only such
men as will devote their time and labor
IN accomplishing such Improvements.
The present council has made a very
wise start in the matter of improving
our streets and are working in the right
direction There are matters for the
improvement Of our village that will
come up during the ensuing year which
Will necessitate the calm Judgment of
energetic, thoughtful business men.
Attend the caucus
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

AS long as Mr.. Mckinley's sentiments
and intentions remain in accord with
the statements in his Home Market club
speech at Boston he should have the
united support of the country in what
might be called his colonial policy. He
mas expressed himself fOrcibly and well
and has taken, on great public question,
position that is intelligent and wise.
Ii the issue is unhappy, evidently IL Will
not be the fault of the presidents in
tentions
The American motive he defended
with the greatest precision. IL Is not TO
tax the Filipiuos for our benefit; il is not
90 increase American power; II is not
10 burden dependents with monopolistic
trade restrictions Ii is Co discharge a
trust honOrably and as ably as may be.
"Our concern, the president says lis
not for territory or trade or empire. but
for the people whose interests and deS-
tiny were put in our hands.
There is no sign of flinching from the
test, ON the part of the executive, at
least. There are evidently, 70 be no
sOft-sOap methods with the FilipinOs.
1T is not good time for the liberator
TO submit important questions TO the
liberated while they are engaged in
shooting down their rescuerS." And
again, until congress shall direct other
wise, it will be the duty Of the executive
to possess and hold the Philippines -
No uncertain notes in that Ii Is
clear, strong, decided and emphatic and
exactly what the nation has been wait
ing 10 hear Mr. Mckinley say. He has
declared himself in satisfactory man
ner without eQuivocation, and with no
half.hearted apologies to the men who
have been harassing him and keeping
the country in all annoying condition OF
uncertainty and doubt with their silly.
sentimental. and illogical contentious
for the liberty" of the half-developed
children of the Philippine Islands.
The president has laid down the
proper policy He was a long time max
ing up his mind TO it, but he has made
IL mp at last He has committed his adj
ministration to definite plan by words
which can not be changed nor recalled,
and he deserves the support of the
whole people, irrespective of creed or
party. If the program he outlines is 60
be departed from the responsibility
must be placed on congress.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

Every patriotic American citizen
ought 10 write 10 his senators and repre-
sentative in congress, urging each and
all of them TO do his utmost TO secure the
passage of the shipping bill that has
been favorably reported by the house
committee on merchant marine and
fisheries and the senate committee on
commerce. TIE passage Of that bill.
during the present session Of congress,
would lay the broad foundation that
would, in time, make of the United
States the greatest shipbui!ding and the
greatest shipowning nation on earth
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

the coast, the transportation agencies OF
the country, and all of the people,
wherever located, would be drawn upon
TO contribute TO and would be greatly
benefited by, the shipbuilding that
woule follow the passage of the So
called Hanna Payne shipping bill
through Congress at the present session
The bill has been tavorably reported
from the proper committees in each
branch of Congress, and now hangs up
on the calendar awaiting discussion ana
vote. There is no more important bill
before congress than the pending ship
ping bill, and for that reason it deserves
immediate and favorable consideration.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

Hon Henniker Heaton, one of the
best known members of the British Par.
lament, in a paper published in the
North American Review, in 1894, thus
expressed his amazement at the neglect
OF American shipping interests by the
Government Of the United States
AS consequence of refusing 50 ,OOO.-
600 a year in subsidies during thirty
years TO native shipowners, or $3.50. 600.
600, the United States had 60 pay in the
same period no less than $1,000, 000, 900
for freight, while their mercantile ma
rine dwindled into insignificance.
But the passage of the bill now upon
the calendars of each branch of congress.
favorably reported by the proper com
mittees, will correct the neglect thus
wildly stated, and, as consequence.
the next thirty years will find the United
States far on the way toward redeeming
itself That bill will give US our proper
rank in the world, and while providing
employment for our people, strengthen
the national defense, II it becomes law.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
Notice 10 Voters Of the Village of Alma. Mich
igan


1t is hereby resolved by the Common
Council of the village OF Alma at a regu-
lar meeting of said council held at the
council rooms in the village of Alma.
Michigan ON the sixteenth day of Febru-
airy, a d.. 1899. That there shall be
raised by loan and the issuing of the
bonds of the village therefore for such
time and at such rate OF interest as
the Common Council shall decide upon
the sum Of six thousand dollars $780,
OOU)
That all of the money derived from
the issuing of said bonds on the loan
made shall be expended for highway and
street improvements within the corpor.
ate limits of the village of Alma, Michi-
gan.
That this resolution be submitted to "A
vote of the electors OF the said village of
Alma, Michigan at the regular election
10 be held i'm said village on Monday.
March thirteenth, A. D. 1899
! hereby certify the above 10 be true
and compared copy of the original re-
solution as passed by said Common
Council a. their meeting on Feb'y 18th,
a ID 1888
Dated Alma, Mich Feb'y goth, A. ID.
1899 WILLIAM w KINCH.
Clerk of the Village of Alma, Mich.
lO4l-3w
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
Resolutions

Again we are called upon to mourn
the loss of one of our dear comrades
Comrade n b. Bradley, became com
mander of Col Ely Post when 1t was
first organized in August, 1855, which
position he filled with the utmost salts
faction TO all the members and honor
10 himself until elected register of deeds
for Gratiot county, and was ever ready
to sacrifice both time and means in the
interest OF the G. A II Therefore, be IT,
Rcsoired. by Col Ely Post, No los.
Dept. of Mich, G. A. r. that the altar
and charter OF this post, be draped in
mourning for a period of thirty days as
a token of respect for our comrade, and
that these resolutions be spread upon the
records of the post and copy be sent 70
the several papers printed in our county
with the request that they print them
Dated at Elm Hall, Mich, this 18th
day OF Feb, 1899.
A. +. WINTERS.
Com. THOs. i. BLAIR.
SENECA Sly.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

Montgomery, Ward 81 90, the big
Chicago house selling general merchan-
disc of all kinds has become incorporated
under the laws of Michigan and will
appoint an agent in tins state 10 repre-
sent its interests here The company
has capital stock of 5000, 900, and 1t Is
expected that il will make contracts
with the grangers of the state TO furnish
their members with supplies. But what
about the supplies" the farmers have
for sale; viii NJ w. * Co. pay them
the highest market price for that; Its
poor rule that doesn't work both
ways jackson Herald.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
Grip Treatment.

Grip can be broken up in from one tc
three days by the prompt use OF Downs
Elixir 1t has done it. 1t will do it
Try il before pneumonia or consumption
sets in. After grip, Baxter's Mandrake
Bitters are natures remedy for expell-
ing all grip poisons from the blood,
regulating the bowels, strengthing the
nerves, and imparting vigor to the sys-
TEN
With these long-tried remedies at
hand, the worst case of grip can be
conquered. We sell them and guaran
tee them to do as recommended, OF
money refunded SHARAR * MuI.-
HOLLAND Successors TO B. $. Webb }
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

Last week we gave an account OF We'd
nesday's session OF the = : Convention
held in the Presbyterian church, but We
were unable TO make a report of Thurs
days meeting on account Of going to-
press too early. We expected 10 give
an extended report OF the convention
in this weeks issue but are unable e. uO
so The officers elected for the ensuing
year are rs follows. i b. Sabin. Brock
enridge, president j \. showers,
Beebe vice president; Bert Shaw.
North Star, secretary; j. =. Wireman,
Breckenridge, treasurer. The eXecu-
tive board was chosen As follows L. a
Sharp Alma; Jas. Mitchell, Alma, )
Story, Sumner. The other officers were
as follows: II Chisholm, Breckenridge,
supt. of Normal department.; Is. Worth
ington, Beebe, supt of Home depart
ment Mrs II. a. Hetlmau, Beebe, supt
Primary department. The report of the
secretary for the year ending Sunday,
FEBRUARY Is. was as follows.
No OF school, n county a,slciution SIS
No. of schools making report OF work dur
lug year. ,..... .... .......-.... psi.
No % school, masking uu report ............ o.
No. of scholars reported iu eJunty...... i6lI
No OF officers aud tea hers. ........ SID
Average Attendance during year ...... 3a3J
80. OF schools rpntrpuiln- 20 state and
county WOrh. ............. ..... .... OIL. -
No. not cOntrloutiUg. ......... ......... 30
Amount received ior school. .or state aud
county WORK ..... ....... ........ = l---
Amount contributed for missions and bpu-
tVuent work o.. ...... ......... .. S4l~.Id
The convention ended Thursday al
ternoon and those VINO attended the
meetings report that all the sessions
were very entertaining. The Thursday
session was carried out according 20 the
program with few ,Ight changes nee
essitated by the absence of some who
were unable 60 be present
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
Tbere'I, Come Time

When YOU will be in sore need of some
thing 10 ease the pain of a bruise, cut,
burn, strain rheumatism, neuralgia, or
some other ailment either on your own
person or that of some OF your family.
Would it not be wise to have bottle OF
that best of all pain cures, Henry *
Johnson Arnica and Oil Liniment,
handy by in case of any accident Also
good for horses and cattle. We sell il
and guarantee il TO cure or money re-
funded SHARRAR & MULHoLLAND.
Successors 10 b :. Webb J
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

There are many accidents to live stock
which cause delay and loss to the farmer
in this work. In a large number OF in
stances the delay would be but trifling
If remedy was promptly applied DR.
7. II. NcLean's Volcanic oil Iiuiment
has for many years been regarded as the
farmers friend It's healing influence
on the flesh OF domestic animals is i'm
mediate and permanent Price 2Sc, soc
and ~ a bottle For sale by SHARRAR
s. MULHoILAND. Successors TO r. s
Weut)
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
Auction Sale.

Gustie Heron. who lives six miles
west and three fourths of IA mile north
of Alma, has bills out announcing an
auction sale for Thursday March 2. The
sale will consist of stock, household
goods and other articles usually in.
cluded in a sale Harry Msamore will
conduct the sale and the usual terms
will prevail.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
SOCIETIES.
NOTICE.

Having sold my drug store i'll Alma |
wish all parties owing me to call and
settle their Indebtedness at once. ] will
be at the old stand for a short time TO
receive all such payments.
B =. WEBB
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
A Chance ofaLife lime

Get your photograph taken at the
Hasenack Photo Parlors 10 photos for
% cents Gallery i'm the new Pollasky
block. We also make photograph but
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

The iron ore mines Of Minnesota.
Michigan and Alabama, the coal mines
OF Pennsylvania. Ohio and Tennessee.
the forests of Michigan, Oregon and
Washington, the rolling mills in all
parts.of tho country, the ship yards along
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
DEMOCRATIC STATE CONVEN
TON. KALAMAZOO. MICH.

The Ann Arbor Railroad will sell ex-
cursion tickets 20 Kalamazoo at one
fare for the round trip, March 9TH and
Sth, return limit March 9th.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

Republican caucus for the village of Alma
will Doe held in the old Pollasky block, first door
east OF the Office OF the ALMA RECORD, ON
Thursday Eve. March ,, 1899 at eight o'clock
Local time for the purpose of nominating viii
luRe officers and Tor tile transaction OF such
other business a. may come before the caucus.
BY ORDER COM
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24
, Churches ! Societies.
cHIRlHES


st. Johns church. Second Sunday III
Lent. Sunday School at 30 p. III
Evening services 1:30 Wednesday,
March LIST, services 9:l5 a IN. Friday,
March Bird, $50 p. III. All are welcome.
The subject of the morning sermon at
the Presbyterian church will be,
"Naaman the Leper" The evening
subject will be, The World wide Mir.
acle. Sabbath school at ! 30 a. ~
Endeavor meeting at 6 100 p. III. AL are
welcome.
Topic of pastors morning sermon at
the Methodist church Offending God :
Little Ones" Evening topic, The
Young Man Away from Home.
SOCIETIES
regular convocation of Alma Chap
ter No. 1913 r. A. NJ will be held on
Monday evening at the usual hour. y
full attendance of all the members is
earnestly requested.
NJ. POLLASKN, II. +.
The Ladies Guild of st. Johns church
will meet on Thursday afternoon next
with Mrs. Orville Davis. All members
are requested 10 be present
Special meeting of Alma Lodge +. "
A. Nj. next Tuesday night.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

REPUBLICAN STATE CONVENTION.
JACKSON. MICH.
The Ann Arbor railroad will sell ex-
cursion tickets TO Jackson at one fare
for the round trip February 18th and
March Ist return limit March end.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1899-02-24

The RECORD is entertered at the postotice Ia
class matter.