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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
A "GrOWIery."

"Please don't go in there. That's the
growlery, and it's occupied" 1t was
a young West Philadelphia matron who
made the remark as she was showing
a frieId through her new home.
1.-The growlery"' repeated the other.
"What's that? Not where you rush the
GROWER, 1 hopef'
This was said in jocular spirit, and
the visitor was rather staggered by the
reply.
That's it exactly; where we rush the
growler, although perhaps not in the
way you fancy. You see, my husband
is an occasional sufferer from indiges-
ton, which doesn't improve his temper,
and there are also times when my own
temper-I tell you this in confidence
is not of the best. Well, when we
moved out here and had more rooms III
the house than we actually needed
hit upon the plan of setting aside one
as a place of solitary retirement, where
we could go and be alone when either
of us felt our temper getting the best
Of us. 1 have called it the growlery
because we can lock ourselves in there
and growl to our hearts content until
we have quite recovered. We both
avail ourselves of it, and l think it's 4
very good idea. George is in there
now, and 1 wouldn't disturb him for
the world. "-Philadelphia Record.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
France. willard. Empty Purse.

1t was characteristic of the late
Frances Willard that she never had
any money. Miss Gordon attended 10
her finances, and il was found on the
whole best TO leave Miss Wizards
purse empty, because if she started
out in the morning with full pocket
book she came back penniless in the
evening. One night she told in her in
imitable way of having gone to Chi
cago and reached Rest Cottage again
on the capital Of a postage stamp. At
the station she turned her pockets out,
but not a bit OF change was TO be
found. She had forgotten all about it,
What am to do about it," she asked
the agent perplexedly. Anna is out,
think, and l haven't 4 cent of money"
III give you ticket, Miss Willard"
said the clerk.
when 1 got into the bus L remem-
bered again." she said. land told the
driver, Il think I'll have to walk, for /
haven't any money" "Oh, that's all
right, Miss Willard said the driver.
And so all day, greatly to her amuse-
ment, she went on getting in debt to
the railroads. cabmen and restaurants.
Chicago Inter Ocean.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
He Did; n Cut.

In a rural community in one of the
middle states dwelt n man who made
a VOW in 1856 that he would wear his
hair and beard untrimmed until John
c. Fremont should be elected president
OF the United States.
He kept that VOW for 40 years. at the
end of which time he had nearly half
bushel of hair on his head and face.
Then, coming to the conclusion, to-
ward which his mind had been gradu-
ally working for long time, that ecu
eral Fremont's death in the interval
had practically absOlved him from his
VOW, he decided TO have his hair cut
and his beard shaved off clean. On
his next visit to the county seat he
went TO n barber shop and was soon
relieved of the hirsute burden he had
carried for four decades.
How much?" he asked.
Have to charge you half u dollar
for that job" said the barber, looking
at the mass that lay on the aoor.
Half n dollar!" he gasped. Don't
get anything for the hair?"-Youth's
COMPANION.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
FAMOUS FIGHTING SOLDIER.
Sketch of General Methuen, One of
General Buffers Lieutenants.

Sketch of General Methuen, One of
General Buffers Lieutenants.
OF General Buffers staff officers
General Lord Methuen is so familiar q
figure TO Londoners that it is scarcely
necessary to recall his portrait. The
spare, stalwart- erect frame; the fair,
handsome face; the bOnhomie so
pleasantly mixed with old world cour-
tesy, have won Paul Methuen troops
of friends in every class in and out of
the service. He is one of the best type
of modern Woodworking guardsmen,
devoted 20 his profession, ever eager to
join in The fray and having considera-
BILE practical ability in troop leading.
Those who know the history of the
British army in recent years will re-
member the fame of the body of cav
airy called ''Methuen'S Horse" which
performed extraordinary deeds of dar-
ing in the BechuanaIand campaign of
1875. This little body of irregulars
was raised and commanded by Lord
Methuen, who as a lighting general
has few to compare with him in the
British army.
Sir Paul Sanford Methuen, third
Baron Methuen, knight commander of
mander of the Bath, was born in 1S4o
and comes of n family famous as SOL
diers and diplomatists. Tall, vigor-
Gus, athletic, Lord Methuen is, unlike
most officers OF his rank, n splendid
walker. When going over the ground
on a tactical day" on foot, it was n
sight to see him heading the party with
long strides, while younger men found
it difficult to keep up with him. His
strong. square chin, not unlike the sir
dar's, is the typical feature of deter
mined man.
Unlike most of our officers, Lord
Methuen is a good swordsman and an
excellent judge of fence. Last year he
presided at one of the most brilliant
displays of fencing ever seen in Lon
don and on that occasion remarked
that he liked the art, not only because
it taught n soldier how to use his
weapon, but because it's steady prac-
tice helped a man to keep at bay
more formidable enemy than even the
best of swordsmen-namely, the ad-
vance of years. THE foil" he said,
helps TO keep a man much younger
than his recorded age"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
Executors Notice.

Estate OF Henry Tremann- deceased
The undersigned. having been appointed exc
cutrix of the last will and testament of Henry
Tremann. late of the county of Rock Island,
state of Illinois. deceased, hereby gives notice
that she VIII appear before the county court of
Rock Island county. at the county court room.
IN the city of Rock Island, at the February
term, on the first Monday in February next
which time all persons having claims
against said estate are notified and requested
to attend for the purpose OF having the same
adjusted All persons indebted to said estate
are requested 70 make Immediate payment to
the undersigned.
Dated this 18th day of December. A. D. 1929.
MARIA TRENASS, Executrix.
JACKSON & HURST. Attorneys-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

THE supreme court holds that the
Kansas S-hour law is constitutional.
The court says: Chapter ia of the
laws of 1891, being an act providing
that eight hours shall constitute a
days work for all laborers. workmen.
mechanics and other persons en-
Ployed by or on behalf of the state of
Kansas, or by or on behalf of any
county. city, township or municipal
ity in the state, etc, is direction of
the state to its agents, and is consti-
tutional and valid"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
Executors Notice.
Estate of John Kleinmaier, deceased.

Estate OF John hIelnmaler, oecehsed-
The undersigned having been appointed eI-
ecutor of the last will and testanent of John
Kleinmaier. late OF the county of Rock Island,
state of Illinois. deceased. hereby gives
notice that he ,wiu appear before the county
court of Rock Island county, at the county
court room. In the city of Rock Isl
and. At the February term, A ID. 100 on the
nrst Monday In February next. at which time all
persons having claims against said estate are
notified and requested TO attend. for the pur-
pose OF having the same adjusted
An persons Indebted TO said estate are re-
quested to make Immediate payment 20 the
undersigned
Dated this 18th day of December A d. 1899.
REINHART GEIGER Executor
Marion Z Sweeney, Attorney for for Execu-
TOT.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
AN Indian prince, one of the queens

An Indian prince, one of the queens
understudies in Hindostan, has Of
fered the British government the use
of battery Of guns made of pure
gold to be used in the African cam
paign. 1t would take a western mind
long time to concoct "a smooth a
scheme a. this for aiding the Beers.
Dom Paul could make a good many
sovereigns out of these guns when his
rough riders brought them into Pre-
toria
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

In all stages of nazal catarrh there
should be cleanliness. As experience
proves. Ely's Cream Balm.isa cleanser.
soother and healer of the diseased
membrane 1t is not driving or irri-
tating, and does not produce sneezing.
Price so cents at druggists or it will be
mailed by Ely Brothers. SO Warren
street. New York. Upon being placed
into the nostrils it spreads over the
membrane and relief is immediate. 1t
is an agreeable cure
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
THE ladies of Wichita, SAYS tn,

'IHE Iaules OF Wichita, says the
Kansas City journal, "have been can
wasting the town for subscriptions in
aid of the poor. They tackled l.. K.
Delaney, of the Santa Fe, in a cigar
store. He had just one nickle in his
pocket. He took this out. walked
over to the slot machine, and dropped
it in. Out rolled So in nickels. which
Delaney piled into the apron of one of
the ladies. The Lord works in mys-
terious ways His wonders to per-
FORM
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

WHEN the republicans claim that
the prosperity OF the country is due to
the election OF Mckinley, remind them
that the year following his election
was the darkest in commercial circles
ever known in this country. 1t was
not till Joe Letters wheat deal raised
the price of wheat and the war with
Spain gave employment to a quarter
of a million Ct men that the reaction
came and prosperity became noticea-
BILE
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

As cure for rheumatism, Cham
berlain's Pain Balm is gaining a wide
reputation. d. B. Johnston, of Rich
mond, Ind, has been troubled with
that ailment since 1862. In speaking
of it he says: Il never found any
thing that would relieve me until i
used Chamberlain Pain Balm. 1t
acts like magic with me! My foot
was swollen and paining me very
much. but one good application OF
Pain Balm relieved me. For sale by
all druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

the loss of life and the trouble they
are costing u.s." 1t is unfortunate
for the American taxpayer that Lieut..
Stacker's very sensible opinions are
not shared by the administration and
the congressional majority.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
BIsmarck's Iron Nerve.

Was the result of his splendid health
Indomitable will and tremendous en-
ergy are not found where stomach.
liver. kidney and bowels are out of
order. If you want these qualities
and the success they bring, use Dr..
Kings New Life Pills. They develop
every power of brain and body. Only
% cents at Hartz & Ullemeyer's drug
store.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

LIEUT.. STACKER. of the retired 1st
Tennessee volunteers, declares that
1.-The American troops will not catch
Aguinaldo in the next 365 years. that
to keep the island of LuZon the United
States will have to permanently and
effectively garrison it. that unless it
is done utbreaks will be frequent
and life and property insecure, and
that the Philippines are not worth all
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

The tomato is now definitely as
signed place as a tonic among foods.
A noted physician has made extensive
experiments with the juice as n medi-
cine and he says that as a health pre-
serYative it is uneaualed
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

THE venerable Gen. John A. Nc
Clernand, who has been for several
weeks past so seriously i'll that for
some time his life was despaired of.
was on the streets of Springfield Dec.
Z for the first time since he was taken
ill. The general is still weak, but is
looking and feeling well.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

THE little town OF Turner. Kas..
which has but 400 inha bitants. sup
piled three soldiers when volunteers
were called for at the outbreak of the
Spanish-AmeIican war, and all of
them died of disease.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
A Card.

Phelps &C" Cough. Cold and
Group cure is guaranteed. 1t cures
chronic cases. 1t is out of the old
rut For asthma and all other lung
troubles take &c" The Harper
House pharmacy.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

The person who disturbed the con-
gregation last Sunday by coughing is
requested to call on his druggist and
get bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar,
which ALWAYS gives relief.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15
FRIDAY, DECEMBEB Is.

THE London Daily Mail refers to
the French journalists who have been
abusing the queen as the absinthe-
minded beggars.'
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

Arnold's Bromo CeIery oures head.
aches; 10, IS and 80 cents Reiss
irug store
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-12-15

Try yeg-E-To
At Charles Ullemeyer's.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
Successful Outcome Would, 1t
Ia Believed, Have Great
Moral Effect.
RAIN FALLING CONSTANTLY
Soldiers Around Manila Suffer
Great Discomforts From
the Weather,
Compelled to Sleep With Sow.
eral Feet of Water Under
Their BunkS.

MANILA, July 5, via Hong Kong,
July lo.-Friendly tilipinos in Manila
have been the medium of communica-
tion between the American authorities
and the military leaders of the insur-
rection in Cavite province which for
some time promised to result in bring
ing over prominent general and sew
eral hundred of his followers with
their arms. If the negotiations had
succeeded the outcome would have had
q great moral effect, for other defec-
tions doubtless would have fol.
lowed. We're the generals name given
it might lead in his case to fate
similar to that which has befallen other
Filipinos suspected of friendliness
toward the Americans. He had fore
seen the failure of the insurrection and
advised Aguinaldo to make terms, but
it is understood that he has sent word
to the Americans that, having sworn to
support the insurrection, he must re-
main loyal to the end.
Similar negotiations are said to have
been conducted with member of the
cabinet of the so-called Filipino govern
ment, who, himself, took the initiative
Some form of money consideration
figured in the discussions.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
TO PRESERVE THE FORESTS
National Association VIII Be
Formed at Chicago
PROMINENT MEN INTERESTED
Intend to Plaoe Under Government Con-
troll Seven Million Acres of MINI
nesota Timber Lands.

CHICAGO, July 10.-The Times-Her-
aid says: A national park or forestry
reserve association for the governmental
preservation of over 1000, 900 acres of
land in Northern Minnesota will be
formed in Chicago this month. The
organization starts with the cordial in
dorsement of Governor Theodore Roose-
welt Of New York, President Hill OF
the Great Northern railway, Colonel
James Cooper Of this city aud promi-
nent congressman and government off.
cials interested in the immediate crea-
tion of great national reserves for the
preservation of native forests and
streams and the perpetuation of the
game of the land. The protection of
the forests is made doubly important as
the friends and promoters of the re-
serve have also in view the placing un-
der governmental charge all the lands
surrounding the head waters of the
historic Mississippi river. The tract
includes the Leech Lake district and
embraces the counties of Crow Wing,
Aitken, Wadena, Hubbard, Beltralni
and ltasca containing over thousand
lakes.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
FAMILY WIPED OUT.
SIX Of Its Seven Members killed and q
Remaining One Hurt.

SIX Of Its seven Members lxilled and the
r. Remaining One Hurt.
COLUMBUS, O., July 10.--All but one
Of the seven members Of the family Of
William Reinhard of this city were
killed and the remaining one was badly
injured by Big -Four passenger train
during the afternoon. The dead are
William Reinhard, aged 40; Rachael
Reinhard, aged 40; William Reinhard,
aged IA; Arthur Reinhard, aged g.;
Karl Reinhard, aged Z; Edward Rein
hard, aged S.
4 The accident occurred at the Wood
ward avenue crossing of the Big -Four
railroad. Mr.. and Mrs. Reinhard and
their five children were out for drive.
They arrived at the railroad crossing
just as a westbound passenger train
was due. The carriage was struck by
the train and knocked into splinters
and Mr.. and Mrs. Reinhard and Arthur
and Karl were killed outright. Edward
and William were so badly injured that
they died after being removed to a
hospital. Clarence sustained severe
injuries but it is believed he will re-
cover. The horse was literally ground
to pieces.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
RELIEF FOR THE STARVING
Twenty Thousand Texas Me-
eroes Given Assistance.
INTENSE SUFFERING AT HEARNE
Five Hundred Colored People In That
Vicinity Said to Be at the
Point Of Starvation.

GALVESTON, Tex, July 10.-Relief
work in the Brazos flooded district has
been systematized, three relief trains
leaving Houston, Galveston and San
Antonio daily. Probably 30, 700 negroes
are now being fed and will need to be
sustained for some time by the relief
committees. The water is falling at
all points except in Brazoria county.
Reports received from 18 counties show
a loss Of 81 lives from drowning. Peo.
pie supposed to have been drowned con-
tinus to appear and want to be fed.
There are 500 negroes at Sealey at tho
point Of starvation. Rations will be
sent on the first train. At Hearne q
mass meeting of citizens was held and
committees appointed to request sup
plies Of the governor for immediate
use. Intense suffering is said to exist
In this locality.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
Tomelty's Bazaar Store, First st.

If there is any place in the world
where the dropping of a few Yankee
shells would contribute ease and COM
fort, it is in Morocco. That unwhipped
domain insists upon treating our mis-
sionaries and merchants with cold
blooded contumely. It was not long
ago that United States cruiser pulled
up in front of Tangier and threatened
q mbardment unless these people be-
baved themselves They Immediately
fell upon their marrow bones, paid an
old indemnity, and the cruiser sailed
away. As soon as she was ont of sight
they began all over again. and the wall
of our people comes to US from the
White City through the consul's Office.
mingled with teara AS Tangier now
lies in the route to the Philippines, It
might be a good idea to have every
American war vessel stop at that port
on her way and make few inquiries.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
PREPARING THE LIST.

War Department Has Five Hundred
Colnmissions to Give Out.
WASHINGTON, July l0.-The war de-
partment officials are busily engaged in
preparing the list Of appointments ofof-
fcers not already announced for tho 10
new regiments Of infantry to be organiz-
cd for service in tho Philippines. Ap-
proximately there are nearly five hum
dred Of these in all, including those Of
the line and the staff. The colonels for
nine Of the regiments have been made
public, but the selection for the tenth
it is said has not been definitely deter
mined. All tho officers for tho regi-
ments are to be from the regular army
establishment and from among those
who saw actual service in the Spanish
war and whose records and capacity are
known at the war department.. A large
proportion Of them are expected to be
announced during the early days of the
week.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
HAVE DONE MUCH.

State Department Gives Credit 60 the
Philippine Commission.
WASHINGTON, July 1O.-Dispatches
have just been received at the state de-
partment from President Schurman Of
the Philippine commission, giving
some account Of his journey to the
southern islands Of the archipelago.
He finds the condition in those islands
extremely gratifying. There is dispo-
sition almost everywhere south of Luzon
tosccept American sovereignty. Presi-
dent Schurmsn expects to arrive at
San Francisco about Aug. Is.
It is felt at the state department. that
the commission has done much to con-
vey to the native Filipinos q proper
conception Of the purposes Of the United
States government, and in that way has
sappsd the strength of tho insurrection.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1899-07-11
BOUNDARY GOSSIP
Senators Fairbanks and Foster
Visit Alaska and Look Into
the Question.
- -
White and Chilkoot Passes
Constitute the Center of
the Dispute. ".
WHAT CANADIANS DESIRE
WHAT CANADIANS DESIRE
Are Anxious to Secure a
Port of Entry Into the
Gold Fields.
Foster Opposed to Yielding
One Inch of American
Territory.

TACOMA, July 10.-The Fairbanks
Foster Alaskan boundary party has re-
turned from the north and interviews
with members of the party indicate
that the watershed on White pass back
of Skaguay and Dyea, will be accepted
as the international boundary line at
that point. The White and Chil1oot
passes constitute the storm center Of
the Alaskan boundary. At those points
the Canadians hope to secure conces-
sions that will enable them to anchor
down port Of entry into the Klondike
gold fields. All other parts of the
country thereabouts where concessions
are looked for are of little importance
compared with the Linn canal, which
is the key to the situation. Senator
Fairbanks, when interviewed, placed
Importance on the fact that he must sit
with the joint high commission in Au-
gust, but declined to state what lines
of argument he would take up. He
Expressed Great Satisfaction
with the trips. AS to the boundary
matter Senator Foster refused to speak.
"Personally," said he, II ain opposed
to yielding an inch of territory. Inves-
tigation, however, shows thatthere may
be different interpretations placed upon
treaties regarding channels, the char
acter of lesser islands and the like.
But in the main the United States is
plainly given strip Of land north of
the Portland canal. or thereabouts, 10
marine leagues inland, except where a
we'll defined mountain range places the
boundary nearer to the coast. The
strip running to Mt. st. Elias and end
ing at the passes Of the watershed back
of Skaguay and Dyea is the boundary
line. Below this is the Linn canal and
the Klond dixie. Between these two dis
tricts there is q chain Of mountains, in
the opinion of some, bringing the
boundary line some 18 miles nearer the
coast. This seems to be a
Fair Expression Of tho American Wow
of the boundary question. By this con-
struction of the treaty it is held Eng
land will receive the benefit of every
point that can be fairly granted. On
the other hand, however, the Canadians
and many of the English hold that the
boundary should be drawn 80 miles, or
10 marine leagues inland from the head
lands. By such construction of course
Linn canal would be an inlet into Cana
dian territory and 10 marine leagues
inland from the headlands at the en-
trance would be many miles south of
Skaguay and the headland, hence
Canada and England would have the
coveted port of entry without a ques-
ton of doubt. AS l look upon it, per-
sonally, Linn canal is part of the
ocean, therefore it would be unfair to
draw line 80 miles inland from the
entrance to bodies of water of that
nature and call it the boundary under
the treaty."