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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
ADJUSTMENTS.


The cinematoscOpe exhibition given
at the opera house last Saturday even
ing was largely attended and proved
one of the best entertainments ever
given in that play house. The pic
lures shown were very good, the sing
ing satisfactory, and the reproduction
of the FItZsimmons-Jeffrie tight eX-
cellent. 1t is safe TO say that not a
single person in the large audience
present had anything but good words
10 say Of the evenings program
Union City, Pa, Times. At Harper's
theatre Saturday afternoon and even
ing.
All the world loves fighter, is a
trGe saying, and every body, men and
women alike, admire an athlete. a
man of Drawn and muscle. A man
able to defend himself when occasion
demands. In Midnight in China
town" are two characters, each an
tagonistic to the other. The hero, an
athlete, unjustly imprisoned on the
| threshold OF escape, is confronted by
his enemy, also an athlete. A battle
for supremacy ensues, a good, honest
bout of skill, strength and endurance.
First the hero is master, then the vii
lain, until it reaches point highly
exciting to the auditor, who through
sheer force of impulse is prompting
the principals, in their enthusiasm
and eagerness for the successful re-
suit, forgetting for the moment, in
the interest of the battle, the object
for which the same is fought. Clever
actors have been secured for the two
parts in the play, which will be pre-
sented at Harper's theatre next Sun
dav.
This morning opened the advance
sale ut Fluke's, Davenport, for the
engagement of Browns in Town. -
which comes to the Burtis Sunday,
matinee and night, Nov. y. Brown
i'll Town" is a funny combination of
humOr, judiciously intermingled with
pretty dances, catchy music and
original songs, and proves conclu-
sively that the author has studied the
popular fancy and seems to know
what the people want. 1t is Il satire
on a young man who secretly keeps
his marriage from his father.
I'm Old Colonial Days will be
given under the auspices OF the
Daughters or the American Revolu-
ton at the Wagner opera house, Mo
lire, Friday evening of this week,
and it promises to be an enjoyable
event in every particular.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
AnnaIlin= Brnfnlify.

Miss Scissor. Scotch missionary, who
has been 24 years in Africa, has her
self saved the lives of over 30 twins.
When twins are born, they are at
once taken from the mother, and if 10
one intcrcedes they are at once taken
by the feet and head and have their
backs broken across n native woman S
knee. in the same manner as one would
break a stick. The bodies are then
placed in an earthenware receptacle
and taken to the bush. where they are
devoured by the flies, insects or ami
mails. Sometimes the little victims
are put into these receptacles alive and
are then eaten alive in the same way.
The mother becomes an outcaSt. If
she does not at once take her own life,
she has to flee to the bush. If she
ventures near the town or village, she
must see that she does not remain on
the path when any other native is COM
ing. Her presence, according to their
superstition. would defile the place for
others. She must not drink from the
same spring, must not touch anything
even belonging to her own relatives
Missionary Review of the World.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

rowing boat is perfectly safe on them
, if properly handled.
These waves usually appear when
, there is Il comparative calm near the
shore, their great point of difference
from the ground sea" in appearance
being that their unbroken lines are
nearer and are all equidistant, not
travelling in threes.
Generally the wind billow" does not
break into foam, but occasionally this
happens when they are coming in
against the tide. Then il is hard to de-
tect them from ordinary waves. the
product of local windsterm. These
always break into foam at their crest.
the white horses of the marine poet.
Remembering these PeculiaritieS of
the various waves will save tourists
considerable disappointment when wis
er heads bid them keep TO the land.
for. to them, no apparent reason. while
it may keep them from rushing into
unknown dangers. One other fact is
also worthy OF mention. as it may
prove of advantage should Il boat drift
ont to sea with an inexperienced crew
and no compass aboard.
Then. if ground sea" is running"
set your mind at ease. for you can
steer by il, as. on the English and
Irish coasts at least. it always comes
from the orthwest.-Pearson's Maya
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
Russia's BnMer

The recent peace conference brings the
power of the car of Ru STA forcibly to mind.
His subjects look to h m for food, shelter raj
ment, even life itse.f In no country j Il
monarch's power mJrs absolute. But fer
reaching as its infu nee is, il cannot be com
pared to that which rhe human stomach has
over the morals and health of the average
NOR a.. HoStetterS Stom ich Bitters cures
constipation. dyspepS'a. biiousness nervous
ness ard all diseases a ising from an inactive
liver or weak kidneys. Try it If you have
stomach trouble OF any sort, and see for your
self. 1t will bring you back to health and
happiness. II will make you strong by max ing
your stomach strong. A private revenue stamp
should cover the neck of the bottle.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
JOSLIN JOTTISGS.

Joslin. Nov. S.-Henry Schwenne-
ker, typhoid patient, is not so well
at this writing.
Mrs. Clayton DALEY is entertaining
her sister. Mrs. Martin, of Missouri.
Eden Nandebprg has returned fro III
visit to his father, who is quite
poorly.
MIR. and Mrs. Henry Mumma visit
ed Sunday last with Mr. and Mrs. JAS
per Sells.
Byron, Sundayed with friends and rel
ativcs in Yuma township.
Miss Mary Fitzgibbons closed her
fall term of school at Zuma Friday
last with picnic and entertainment.
Mrs. William Parker, of Yuma, is
on the sick list with malaria and jaun-
dice. DR.. Johnson, of Port Byron, is
in attendance.
Miss Maude Crompton has resigned
as teacher of Walkers school. Miss
Birdie Osborne has been engaged to
teach the winter term.
Farmers camp No. 1913, NJ. w. A,
mas passed resolutions deploring the
untimelv death of John Searle. and
rendering sympathy to the family and
relatives in their great affection.
Frank Payne with two friends from
Rock Island have purchased a sail
boat with which they intend to 90
down south, where they will spend the
winter. They started on their trip
Friday last with a determination to
have a good old time.
Henry Knockemus is singing the
praises of Arkansas. He has been
down there to see his brother Fred,
who is well satisfied with that coun-
try; in fact, he would not come back
again to Rock Island county to make
his home upon any consideration
urhatavar
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
Ca1ifornin.s Shark OIL Industry.

The making of shark oil is the i'm
portant industry of McGarvin's Cove.
near Riverside. The process of manu-
facture is decidedly primitive. The
sharks are caught in every imaginable
way, by bait and hook. but principally
with the seine. The livers. which con-
tain the OIL after being taken from the
fish, are rendered out in cans set over
Il brush fire. reminding one somewhat
of the process of obtaining the oil from
whale blubber. The oil is then put
into casks and shipped to Los Angeles
The coarser grades are used in the
making OF tarpaulins and other oiled
cloths for use aboard ships. while the
finer grades are put into the so called
cod liver oil OF commerce. The sharks
average from 10 to % cents worth Of
oil apiece. and 4 days catch usually
nets about S4O.-Riverside Press.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

The dining room of the Mrs. Clark
company, 151-153 Wabash avenue.
Chicago, is the best appointed and
most modern restaurant in the city
1t has been recently refitted, improved
and. enlarged and has an elaborate
menu at moderate prices. 1t caters
to those who demand the best. The
restaurant for men only, on the sew
eDth floor of the association building,
153 La Sale street, is also run by this
company and is equally inviting and
attractive.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
Cont Risk Your Life.

Many of your friends, or people
whom you know of, have contracted
consumption, pneumonia or other
fatal diseases by neglect of a simple
cold or cough. Foley's Honey aud
Tar, safe, sure and pleasant cough
medicine, would have saved them
1t is guaranteed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

The trouble with most OF US is that
we throw uusty old crusts on the w.
ter and expect frosted cake in return.
-Atchison Globe.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

writing to Mrs. PinkhaTn at Lynn. Mass.
Mrs. CORA gibson, Yates. Manistee
Co., Mich, writes:
dear Mrs. PINKIIAM-Two years ago
! began having such dull, heavy, drag
ging pains in MY back, rncnses were pro-
fuse and painful and was troubled with
leucorrhea. I took patent medicines
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

unable to become HTegnant but since I have used it my
health much improved, and have big boy, 10Y
pride Of home"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
THE TRAVELLERS GUIDE.

(IIICAGO. ROCK ISLAND * PACIFIC
- RailWay-TicketS can he purchased 81
bal,gage checked 81 x / - u. twentieth stree
dept. or c. T. l. y T. depot, corner EIIth ave
nue. and Thirty-iirst street Frank II PUN
Iner agent.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

a CAPABLE mother be healthy
The experienced maternity should not beapproached
- without careful physical preparation.
without cost by
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09
CAPABLE
mo yHER@
no G1

and consulted a physician, br
not become pregnant.
Seeing one of your books
my troubles and asking for 4
swered my letter promptly
the directions faithfully, a
much benefit that I cannC
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vcgeta
pound enough. ! now fin
pregnant and have begun it
use again. l cannot praise i
enough"
MRS. PERLFY MOULTOe
Thetford, VT, writes:
DEAR Mrs. PINKHAM-
! think Lydia E. Pinkham's
Vegetable Compound is an
excellent medicine. I took
several bottles of it before
the birth OF my baby and
got along nicely. I had no
after-pains and am now
strong and enjoying good
health. Baby Is also fat and
healthy"
MRs. CHAs. GERBIG. 3o4
South Monroe St. Balti-
more. Md. writes: DEAR
Mrs. PINEHAAI-Defore tax
ing Lydia +. Pinkharn's
Vegetable Compound | was
unable to become Hrepnar
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-11-09

FArrivaI- +Ecparture. -D3Iv- EXCEPT SUI
sDaily except saturday. A others daily. Tel
ephOnc 1893
pURLINGTO% ROU TE-C.. g. & G. RAIL
way-DcpOt First avenue and Sixteenth
street. NJ j Young agent.
TRAINS. LEAVE ARRIvE
St. l. Springfield Peoria.
Bur. Oujn via Monmouth F G55 am 1:l5 pm
Chicago, Sterling CHnt0n&
Dubuque ......-.....+ 7:i5 am ? $50 pm
Peoria. BeardStOwu. Bur
liugtpn. Den. cT and west p 2.i5 pm Hiss an
ST Paul * Minneapolis ...-. p 30 pm. Sis am
Steru -. Clinton = Dubuque 80 pm $40 am
81 l. X ms g.. Denver =
I'Lc coast II 1 Ga cSburx. ? 1:l1 pnl.t 6:95 am
sDaily. Daily except Sunday.
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UNDER THE FLAG"

Tonight at Mrs. Chestnnt's on East Sixth avenue, will be the tea and so- ciable which has been looked for ward to for the past week. The evening will be interspersed with singing and speaking. Sweetstr of music will wait on the ear Of him who is on mere pleasure bent.
 Admission costs nothing; if you expect, however, to indulge in sum- mer's delight (ice creaml, don't for get your pocSetbook. The speakers will be as follows: H. k. Toney' se- lected; I. L. Malchowsky' selected' Rouo AItEeimer; The 1 adies; Edwin j. Kerwin, Our Flag. Every one IS cordially invited.
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COMMISSIONERS OF ACCOUNTS.

Judge A. B. Grace has appointed the following named gentlemen as commissioners of accounts for Jeffer- son county R D. McGaughy, 2. c. Howell and " O. Alexander
 Mir. Burton Truloek vas not de sirous of reappointment, therefore Judge Jones appoi ted Mr. |. C. Howell as his successor. Mir. How ell is the man for the place He will render the county excellent service. The Graphic cougratulates Mr. Tru l1ck that he is released of q most onerous burden and joins his many friends in the county in thanks for for his past service. We feel sure that Mr. Howell will d. al in his power to keep the finances of the county in proper shape.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26
SCHOOL TEACHERS PROGRAMME FOR ANNUAL GATHERING AT NEW
 PORT, ARK
ATTRACTIVE FEATURES.
Newport Preparing to Entertain the Visitors in Grand
 Style.

A splendid program has been ar ranged for the thirty-secold session of the Arkansas State Teachers Association at Newport on June 20, 21 and 22. Hospitable Newport is preparing to receive and entertain the teachers in royal style.
 The program for the meeting is as follows
 Tuesday evening, June 20. Invocation-Rev. R. W. Rhanes. Music.
 Address of welcome-Rsv. J. H. Fuller.
 Responses-s. R. Twltty, Yell vile; J. c. Bunch, Dardanelle. Music
 President address.
 Music.
 Enrolment and Social Meeting.
 Wednesday Morning, June a1. Appointment of Committees. The Country Teacher and His Missior-C. E. Morris, Dewitt. Diseussion-H. T. Patterson, Mountain View, s. Ii. Allen, Nash vile.
 The Aesthetic Element in Educa- tion- Miss Emma Mann, Pine Bluff, Miss Annie M. Gadewood, Bonoke. Address Common School Educa- tion as Factor in Raform-T. E. Helm, Clarendon.
 Wednesday Afternoon.
 Rhetoric in the Reading Class Miss Jane NJ. Sherwood, Mariana; Miss Jessie H. Hall, Warren.
 Discussion-Emmett L. Rodman, Altus; J. H. Thatch, Pine Bluff. Address--Tha Southern Scnolar- Geo. A. Cole, Fayetteville
 Modern Languages in Academies and College,-Prof. J. c. c. Dun ford, Ouachita College; Mrs. R. B. Willis, Searcy Female Institute. Wednesday Evening.
 Music.
 Address-J. J. DoYne. State Su- perintendent.
 Music.
 Address-President J. L. Buch- anan, Arkansas University.
 Thursday Morning, June 2s.
 How to Use Current Events-F W. Miller, Arkadelphia.
 Discussion-W. M. Wear, Mena R. C. Brown, Fordyce. |
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A CHASE FOR LIFE.

The following named gentlemen composed a party yesterday testing the ability of PbiIpot's dog. A. J. Stewart. Leon Leon, Joe r. Alex lder and Robt. Rue. They put negro on trail at Smart's crossing in the western part of the city; they chased him for about twelve miles and finally "treed" him at the ap- pointed place. This chase was given in order to test the qualities of the dogs.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26
DEPART FROM MANILA FOR THE lNsURGENT HEAD
 QUARTERS.
THEY HAVE DONE NOTHING
But are Perfectly Charmed With Our Courtesy.-It is They Will
 Return Soon.

Manila, May 25-The Filipino commissioners left here by special train today. They will be escorted to their lines under flag of truce, It is expected they will return soon.
 President Golzaga, of the Philip pine commission, previous to his de. parture, said:
 I've greatly appreciate the eour- tesy shown us. We have spent some time with your commissioners, inciden tally considering the Ameri- can Constitution. It's principles impress us profoundly.
 "The plan of government offered the Philippines seem in theory good colonial system. But why should nation with your Corstitu- tion seek to make colony of a dis tant people who have been so long fighting against Spain to secure the same righ,s s your constitution gives? You fought the same battle in America when you fought against England. ,
 In the fighting at San Fernando yesterday fifty FiIipinos were killed and many were wounded The Americans bad two men killed and twelve wounded,
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

Capt. Jeff Hicks entertains his friends daily on his boat. It is beautiful little brig, and our young friends seem to enjoy the excursions which he has so generously given them on the river. Go ahead, Jeff. Texas towns have their plazas, their bands, their chilli eoncarni stands, their beautiful girls. Why should not Pine Bluff have the same? Let the young men and the young of the city answer. The Graphic will help in an effort to secure more amuse- ment.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26
AUSTIN & SAWYER.
Many Men at Work on Their New
 Plant and Railroad.

Every morning regularly at about 6 o'clock we see the Austin X Saw yer men en route to the suburbs of the city, at the head of Sixth aye nue, where they are at work on the new lumber plant for Pine Bluh. They have about sixty men at work, cutting right of way. This compa- ny means business and the Graphic stands ready aud willing to do for them all in its power. There seems to be DO foolishness with them. They are here for business. Is MT Wood of Chicago ready to work? We need work, no talk.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

and others, they were driven around the city. The visitors were enter tained at luncheon at the Denver Club by Joel F. Veil From to 6 p. m. public reception was held at the capitol in honor of the naval hero, and during the same hours Mrs. Thomas, wife of the Governor, entertained Mrs. Schley in a similar manner at her house.
 Mayor Johnson has proclaimed a half holiday and flags are flying from many buildings.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

We understand that Dr. Bell, our colored brother, has made mention of the fact that the Pine Bluff Graphic has been influenced by eer- tain members CT subscribers to east it's voice and influence against the upbuilding and success of the public schools of Pine Bluff for the colored people. We say that such an im- pression is unwarranted. The Graphic stands ready and willing to do all it can for the colored people of this vicinity, and whenever any colored man in Pine Bluff sees fit to criticise our action, he has an op- portunity to come to our office and adjust any complaint that may have been made rejecting upon the wei fare and upbuflding cf tie eoiortd citizens of this county. Whenever anything occurs that may initiate in any way against the colored peo- ple of Jefferson county, the Graphic stands ready and willing to do all ln it's power for the encouragement and the success ot every institution in our state that may reflect credit upon the cOlored people.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

Do Our Schools Attempt Too Mueb?-J. W CantweIl, Magnolia. Discussion-W H. Watkins, I'm boden; J B Williams, Forrest Citv. The Teachers Reading Circle President J. H. Hinemon, Galloway College; D. T. Rogers, Jo4esboro. The Teachers Relation to the Pupil-Miss Nora Waddell, Monti- cello; Miss Mamie c. Parks, Texar. kama.
 The Teacher as a Cit zen-D. |. Paisley, Conway.
 Discussion-J. H. Caldwell, Nam moth Spring; J W. Simmons, Des Arc; J. K. Browning, Piggot
 Thu stay Afternoon.
 Legislation Needed for Education. al Interests ". A. Crawford, Fay etteviile; W. ". Rivers, Helena; Prof. J. H. Reynolds, Hendrix Col lege.
 Hew to Secure Education Re- forms-Hon. J. W. Warren, New Lewisville.
 Discussion-T. F. Albright, Val ley springsi T. ". Campbell, May hard.
 Election of officers.
 Thursday Evening.
 Music.
 Address-Prof. Edwin Mims, Durham, N. c.
 Music.
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Lea WILL BE A FACTOR
 n TIE NEXT NATIONAL CAMPAIGN.
,ioo of the National Committee |st. Louis Fraught With Much importance to the Party.

Louis, Mo-, May 25. 70. A. sb. of Ottumwa, Iowa, secretary ,ba Democratic national com ssp Wto is editing a paper in arrived today and an @ced himself prepared to take Ejp any conference that might .d. He sxpeessed the fear that would not be 8 quorum ent
 Ex-Governor Stone, of Missouri, Detul there will be a working N Mity of the national committee ssDd when the meeting comes to but he confessed that it was sterlly out of the question 10 sqntil after roll-call.
 Bryan arrived at 7:20 a. n. Pttsfald, Ill. He was very Be aud not able to talk above a whisper. He thought, how- be would be able to speak in a nr# nr#HbctorY manner when his turn r came at the banquet. John geld, of Illinois, also arrived snd immediately set to woak lI Rir the damage done his fences aay by the Harrison forces ,On hois.
 guess they will not impair my less to any great extent, ? he N0l before the time set for meet.
 the national committee the
 of the Planters Hotel were
 Fith politicians. They were
 state of general uncertainty
 1g the outcome of the meet
 but the feeling is growing
 Rr every hour that silver will run dropped as Q rarty issue. Il COW d or all sides that it will be
 ia the next campaign.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

The Austin & Sawyer Lumber Co.,. is doing more for Pine Bluff and Jef- ferson county than any institution that has ever been established in Pine Bluff. They are working men. About 46 men are at wolk today clearing the right of way from Pine Bluff to Bayou Bartholomew. The contractors for ties have already signified that they will supply this road with all the ties that they need between Pine Bluff and Sheridan. The only thing to be done is for Pine Bluff to give this company their II. oral support and encouragement. Why not do so?
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

MT. J. R. Mccormick has opened ID c butcher shop at No. 52o Man street where he would be glad to sea his friends and public in general. Mir Mccormick keeps nothing but chicago meat, which he buys dlrect oilooeo 1.,an Morris X Co. nc
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

If any of our loafers in the city needs employment let them come to the Graphic office and we will try to help them fnd work. The Austin x Sawyer Company has already gone to work, hence they need all the hands they can get.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26
CRIME OF TIE COOK
She Stole Checks and Then Tried to
 Escape.

Lillian Hall. coIored, stole from Conductor R. A. Rogers, of the Cotton Belt, last night two checks, one for about $9 OO, the other for $6 60.
 The young eolored lady had been in the employ of Nr. Rogers for some time. She knew where he left his checks, money, etc consequent ly she took adyan tape of her in- formation and lifted the above amount. Lille, however, was not slick enough to elude the eagle eyes of our city officials. Culpepper and
 were on hand. They heard of the maneuYer and promptly responded.
 Lilie was dressed 10 suiI Phila- dephia lawyer, and had bought her ticket over tfe Cotton Belt railroad for our neighbor city, Stuttgart. Unfortunately for Llllie, she did not succeed in her well laid plans. To- day she is in the Jefferson county prison, held to give au account for wrong doing.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

Don't foeget the tea to be given by the Young Ladies Guild at Col. M, W Taggart's Friday, from , to , p.m. 9 cents. @Vi
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

Tomorrow morning the Iron Mountain will send a train from Little Rock to Pine Bluff with the expectation of accommodating not less than three hundred visitors to see the gunboat Nashville. It seems to us that the citizens of Pine Bluff ougLt to make this excursion and encourage Arkansas City in every enterprise she has undertaken, te cause Arkansas City has always helped Pine Bluff in every undertak- ing which she has put upon foot Let everybody go. The round trip is one dollar.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26
Ol|GHLEY AT DENVER.
saisned Honors Paid Him
 There, as Elsewhere.

P, May Hundreds of the people greeted Rear Admiral \ Scott Schley with cheers as pped from the train at the FepOt today. The Admiral ! wife had travelled from P' the guests of ex-Serator N. Manderson. The party, Nnanging greetings with the
 \ committee, proceeded to #0ence of Mayor Johnson, #eY had bre akfast
 the forenoon, accompanied
 Thomas; Mayor Johnson
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-05-26

Office girl wanted. Apply at Sin ger office.