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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
DANGER IN THE HIGH DIVE.
Deafness n Frequent Injury TO
Those Not Initiated.

Deafness Frequent Injury 10
Those Not Initiated.
Except for those who have an espe-
cial aptitude for it-and they are few
high diving is a dangerous pastime to
indulge in,' said a diving expert the
other day. "a good diver may occa-
slonally lose mis- balance, but, being
generally cool headed, he can regain it,
or at any rate sufficiently SO as to pre-
vent injury to himself.
I'm the majority of cases deafness is
the most frequent injury inflicted by
diving. The cause of this is that few
find it easy to drop the head sufficiently
| to get it well between the arms. The
result is they receive some tremendous
blows on the head, and If the water is
struck a bit sideways the ear gets most
of the conclusion, and the result will
| frequently be a rupture of the mem
brane of the tympanum. A good pre-
ventive for such an accident is to place
in the ears little medicated wool or
cotton dipped in oil.
Another injury to health caused fire.
! quently by diving arises from getting
large quantities of water into the lungs.
The extent of the harm done in cases
of this sort depends on the condition of
the water as to it's cleanliness. 1 have
often seen boys, for instance, dive into
water at places where 1t was absolute
~ filthy from the evacuation of drain
age into it. The danger to health. es-
pecially to those with not overstrong
constitutions, can readily be seen.
THE higher the dive the longer, of
course, will be the duration under wa
ter. Now, an inexperienced diver is
rarely able TO hold his breath under
water for more than second or two
at time, and If the dive is an unusu-
ally high one he will in nine cases out
of ten give up the struggle in trying to
retain his breath and invariably, too,
| just before his head reaches the sur
| face. The result not infrequently is
that the water that has escaped into
his lungs and stomach is far more than
is good for him, and to many it is posi-
lively injurious.
THE best thing l know of to bring
| one quickly to the surface in high div
ing is to have piece of cork fastened
under each armpit. Corks weighing
four ounces each are sufficiently strong
in buOyancy for Il man of $50 pounds
| in weight. There are many devices by
which the cOrks can be kept secured
1 under the armpits. Perhaps the sim
| plest is to sew each cork into a tight
| fitting canvas or cotton bag and then
| again sew each bag on to the bathing
suit by couple of stra nds, allowing
| the strands to run over the shoulders.
| Those with weak hearts," the expert
added, cannot be too strongly advised
against high diving. The spring. the
rush through space, the break and the
entering and cleaving of the water are
altogether too exciting for weak hearts,
and especially so in cold weather.
! Philadelphia Ledger.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
Goethe md the China.

One day when the poet Goethe was
a very little boy, living in a very old
fashioned house in Frankfurt, Germa-
ny, his mother had bought many fine
pieces of crockery at fair and a few
commoner bits for the children to play
with. Across the street lived some
young men who were great friends
with the little boy, and one day when
he. was playing on his mothers high
latticed porch and they We're sitting on
theirs across the street they leased him
to throw some of his dishes over to
them. OF course. as he was such a lit
tie boy, the bits of crockery fell far
short of the other side, but made a fine
racket ON the hard paving stones be,
low.
At each crash the mischievOus young
men across the street clapped and en-
couraged him TO keep on. Needless to
say, his mother was not at home.
Presently when his own small store of
wares was exhausted he ran back. ex-
cited by the applause. and brought out
piece after piece of his mothers newly
purchased treasures. Everything that
his little arms could carry went over
the latticework into the deserted
street below. The mischievous men
across the street did not wait to see
what happened when little Goethe's
mother returned, but they often
laughed over the costly prank with the
great poet when he had grown to be a
man.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
How They Catch hears In Russia


A gentleman was once making inqui-
ries in Russia about the method of
catching bears in that country. He
was told that TO entrap them pit was
dug several feet deep, and after cover
ing it over with turf, leaves. etc, some
food was placed on top. The bear if
tempted by the bait easily fell into the
snare. But" he added, IF four or five
happen to get in together they all get
out again" How is that?" asked the
gentleman. ''They form a sort of lad
der by stepping on each others Shout
ders and so make their escape" But
how does the bottom one get outy'
"Ah, those bears, though not possessed
with q mind and soul such as God has
given to us, yet can feel gratitude, and
they won't forget one who has been
the chief means of procuring their lib
erty. Scampering off, they fetch the
branch of a tree, which they let down
TO their poor brother, enabling him
speedily to join them in the freedom
which they enjoy" Sensible bears. we
should say, are great deal better than
some people that we hear about who
never help anybody but themselves
New Orleans Times-Democrat.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
FOR THE CHILDREN
A LIVING Paper Cutter.

The following story is told by a South
African paper: An Indian rajah who
had learned the English language after
q Fashion frequently visited some years
ago the viceroy of Calcutta and on one
occasion borrowed of the latter u copy
of the Edinburgh Review, which he
happened to see lying on the table.
When he returned the magazine the
viceroy asked him if he had found any
thing interesting in it. oh, yes he re-
piled; many beautiful things, but also
many disconnected articles. See here.
This begins with Hunting the Orang-
outang,' does it not? And now turn
over the page, and here you have The
History of Mary Stuart The vice
roy laughed. He perceived that the ra-
jah had attempted to read the book
without cutting the leaves. He accord
ingly took from his table beautiful
ivory paper cutter, explained its use to
his visitor and made him a present of
1t. About year after this occurrence
the viceroy saw a gay company enter
ing the court and I'm the center of it the
rajah seated on n young elephant. No
sooner did he see the viceroy than he
cried: DO you happen to have an
uncut copy of the Edinburgh Review
If so, please toss 1t to me- The vice
roy threw out the magazine. 1t was
caught by the elephant, who placed it
between his tusks, which had been
wrought into elegant paper cutters,
even including carved handles, and
quickly cut open the leaves, after which
the knowing animal DasSed the Review
back to the surprised viceroy. The ra-
jah then diSmounted and said to the
viceroy as he pointed to the elephant:
He is yours. l return you the paper
cutter alive.'"-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
OLATRVoYANT.


MRS. L. SULGE Err, medium and claiIvoyant
knows the past, present and. Suture Since
she has been in Moline she has located six
lost watches and kidnapped child. Call
and see this wonderful medium. 1909 Sixth
avenue, Moline.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
Notice of PublIcnt.on In ohancery.

State of Illinois.
Rock Island County %
In the circuit court of Rock Island county,
September term, A. D., 1903.
Henry b. Carpenter, ConSerYator OF william
Ftemming. VS.. James F GINNING and Will
lam WilmertOn. In chancery. Bill for
partition.
the postoffiCe address OF James Flemming
one of the defendants above named, is I'M
known and upon due inquiry cannot be
found having been filed in the once of the
clerk of said circuit court of Rock Island
PENDANT James F'lemming that the COM
plainant filed his bill of complaint in said
court on the chanCery side thereof. on the
18th day of August A. ID. 1903 and that
summons thereupoa issued out of said court
against said defendants returnable on the
third Monday of Septem Der a. D. 1913. as is
by law required, and that said bill is still
pending n said court and undetermined.
Now, therefore, unless you. the said James
Fleming. shall personally be and appear
before said circuit court of Rock Island
county. on the hrst DAY of the next term
thereof, to be holden at the court house in
the city of Rock Island. in said county on
the third Monday of Septem Der A. y. 1903
and plead, answer or demur to the said
Complainant'S bill of complaint, the same.
and the matters and things therein charged
and stated Will be taken as confessed and
decree entered against you according to the
prayer OF said bill
GEORGE w. GAMBLE, Clerk.
MARTHUR & COOKE, Complainant's Sol
icitors
August Is, 1903.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
AWfnl.


There is a little maiden
Who has an awful time;
She has to hurry awfully
To get to school at nine.
She has an awful teacher:
Her tasks are awful hard:
Her playmates all are awful rough
When playing in the yard.
She has an awful kitty,
Who often shows her claws:
A dog who jumps upon her dress
with awful muddy paws.
She has a baby sister
With an awful little nose,
With awful cunning dimples
And such awful little toes.
She has two little brothers,
And they are awful boys;
With their awful drums and trumpetS
They make an awful noise.
Do come pray thee. common sense.
Come and this maid defend,
Or else 1 fear her awful life
VIII have an awful end.
Toronto Globe.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

Gladstone liked to dine with listen
ers. lie not only chewed every mouth
full So times, but he monopolized the
conversation. 1t takes clear brain
as well as Il pair of ears to listen
brilliantly That's why students and
scholars and people generally who
hope to learn as they live need Mocon
Cereal Coffee. If you brace up on
coffee you're good for something. for
a little while. If you drink Mocon. the
food drink. the perfect coffee substi-
tute. you're good for everything all
the time. Does for the brain and
nerves what roast beef does for the
body nourishes while stimulating.
ma. Mans best drink.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

WANTED-At once, porter at Rock Island
station lunch room. John WiIds.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
Executors Notice.

Estate of John Schneider, deceased.
The undersigned having been appointed
executor of the last Will and testament of
John Schneider. late of the county OF Rock
Island. state of Illinois, deceased, here
by gives notice that he will appear be-
fore the county court of Rock Island county
Island. at the November term. on the first
Monday i'll November next. at which time
all persons having claims against said es-
tate are notified and requested to attend
for the purpose of having the same adj usted.
All persons indebted to said estate are reg
quested to make immediate payment 20 the
undersigned
Dated this ID day OF Septem Der, 1908.
PETER G1AfLER Executor.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
The Generals Nose.

Like CyranO de Bergerac, General B.
of the regular army was possessed of a
nose which excited curiosity, If not
comment, wherever he appeared. Al
one of the hops given at the post the
dancers wore fancy dress and masks
The generals partner CHANGED to be a
vivacious young thing who had never
met him before. Nor was she any the
wiser as to his identity when. follow
ing the custom at mask balls, he re-
moved the covering from his face. His
partner followed suit, and her prattle
ceased for awhile. Then she remarked
reproachfully: "Oh, but it isn't fair
You haven't taken off your nose!'-
New York Herald.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
The Ruling Passion.

The prospective heirs of the dying
miser come silently into his sick room.
The physician is seated by the side Of
the patient, finger on his pulse.
"How is our dear uncle today, doc
tori" ask the prospective heirs.
There is small change in his condi-
tion," whispers the doctor.
The dying miser rouses himself by
a supreme effort. "Small changer
he gasps. "Put-it-in-my-p ~
Judge
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
AdminIstrator,s NotIce.

Estate of Charles Zimmerman, deceased.
the undersigned having been appointed
administrator of the estate of Charles Zim-
norman, late of the county of Rock Island,
state of Illinois, deceased, hereby gives no.
tice that he will appear before the county
court OF Rock Island county at the county
court room, in the city of Rock Island, at the
vember next. at which time all persons nav
ing 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 re-
quested to make immediate payment to the
undersigned.
Dated this 1st day of September, A. D., 1903
HERMAN VOC Ell. Administrator.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

Notice of FINAL Sc Element.

Estate of John hui Z, deceased.
Public notice is hereby given that the I'M
his final report and settlement as such
in the county court OF Rock Island
county. and tn an order has been en-
tered by said court approving the said
report. unless objections thereto or cause to
the contrary be shown on or before the 4th
day of September, A ID. 1903. and upon the
final approval of said report the said Carl
Witt will ask Tor an order of distribution
and will also ask TO be discharged. All per
sons interested are notified to attend.
Rock Island. Ill. Aug 10, A. d. 1903.
CARL WITT, Administrator.
Searle & Marshall, attorneys.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
Notice of NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

Roc ROCK II island tiiiit County. IS
III the Circuit Court OF Rock Island County.
September term. A. d. 1913.
William Flemming by Henry B Carpenter
his Conservation VS.. James Flemming
In Chancery: Bill TOR dissolution of part
nership and for an accounting.
Affidavit that the place of residence and
the poStohiCe address of James F1emming.the
defendant above named is unknown and
upon due inquiry cannot he found having
been filed in the ofice OF the clerk of said
circuit court OF Rock Island county, notice
is hereby given to the said defendant James
Flemming that the complainant MED his
bill OF complaint in said court on the chan
Gerry side thereof, on the eighteenth day of
thereupon issued out of said court, against
said defendant. returnable on the third
Monday of September. A. D.. 1903 as Is by
law required, and that said bill is still pend
ing in said court and undetermined.
Now. therefore. unless you, the said James
Flemming. shall personally be and appear
before the said circuit court OF Rock Island
county on the first day OF the next term
thereof, to be holden al the court house in
the city of Rock Island in SAID county, on
the third Monday of Septe her A. ID. 1913.
and plead, answer or demur to the said
complainant'S bill of complaint. the same
ana the matters and things therein charged
and stated will be taken as confessed. and
a decree entered against you according TO
prayer of said bill
GEORGE w. GAMBLE, Clerk
M'ARTHUR & COOKE. Compliments Sol
August IS, A. D. 1903.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

In Scotland once drunken man met
clergyman chasing his runaway dog
on Sunday. '@Tammas." said the breath
less clergyman. II am sorry to see you
in this condition, but whistle for my
dog. He is running away" Tammas
regarded the speaker with gravity and
said: "Whustle? 1 may drink whisky.
but I'll no whustle for ony dog on the
Lords day"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
Hnpnr Kittie,

'Oh, look what a pretty kitten, mann
mar exclaimed small Harry.
Yes" replied his mother, "and just
think, it never cries"
'WeII. no wonder" rejoined the
youngster. ut doesn't have its neck
washed. Exchange.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
His Souvenir.

Bring any souvenirs back from your
trip?'
lone only. but it cost lot"
what was it,"
Empty pocketbooi." = Cincinnati
Commercial Tribune,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
GRAIN AND PROVISIONS.

~0~O~~-~~~-~~~~~~~~~-~~~~
II. j. TOHER & CO.-Brokers, Davenport
Stocks, grain, provisions, cotton. Priyale
wire to New York and Chicago. Offices
IOo Main street. Telephone 407.
GEORGE II. SIDWELL & CO.-Commission
merchants. Grain, hay and provisions
Members OF the Chicago board of trade
and Chicago Stock exchange. Established
% years. No. SIP and 553 Rialto building
Long distance phone. Harrison $685.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
Needed Repairs.

Little Harold, whose father is car
penter. saw the crescent moon and ex-
claimed:
mamma. there's a piece broken out
of the moon Well get papa to climb
up on his stepladder and fix it"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
HEATING AND PLUMBINa.

CHANNON, PERRY & COMPANY-Heating
and plumbing along scientitic and SAINT
tdry lines Careful and skilled ,Workmen.
Prompt attention. ia West Seventeenth
street. Phone I1ie
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

WANTED-In each county, local resident
representative to sell our high grade CT
CARS to the trade on new proposition;
Quality and price defy competition. Able
saIesmen can easily make from 300 to $500
a month. Exclusive territory given; no
capital needed; no pay for samples eX-
acted. Apply with references to George
Samels Co, 6e-7I Dearborn street, Chica-
go, Ill.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
REAL ESTATE.

E. j. BURNS-City and country real estate.
If you have property for sale, list II with
me. If you want to buy will do my best
ell 4 Lynde block. Telephone 1891.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
FUEL

EMPIRE COAL & COKE COMPANY-Whol
sale and retail dealers in bituminous and
anthracite coal. Prompt delivery service.
offices l7lS First avenue. Telephone west
1920
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

WANTED-An established wholesale house,
receutly incorporated, extending business
desires to engage competent manager for
branch house Salary el00 per month eX-
penses and commission. Must invest 81, 600
In capital stock of company, on which divi-
dend of per cent will be guaranteed. and
furnish satisfactory references. Address
Secretary, box $40 Kansas City. Mo.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

Some people talk as If they thought
everything that dropped from their
lips was bon mot. ''-Atchison Globe.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
APT DECORATION.

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PARDON & SON-Artistic interior decora.
ton. Finest line of late paper carried and
skilled workmen employed. Moderate
prices Az Seventeenth street
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
ELECTRICAL.

w. A. ROBB g. COAL kinds OF electrical
construction. Estimates furnished and
service prompt and reliable. Fine liue CT
gas and combination fixtures. Ile Eight
eenth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

and chattels on household
goods. horses. cattle, buggieS, wagons
pianos. etc without removal. Very rea-
sonable and quick. Do not get a loan
until you me, for with 20 years eXper-
fence ( positively can save you money. 1
also loan money on watches, diamonds,
iewelry, hardware, musical instruments,
bicycles, clothing, silks, in fact any article
largest, CleaneSt, neatest and best kept
second hand stores in the whole state of
Illinois, l am always ready TO buy your
goods Now don't think because you have
a swell lot of furniture that they are too
nice for me, for l am second hand
specialist, and my business motto is to
paw more and sell for less than anyone in
the business. Give me chance and will
prove il to you, so L cordially invite one
and all to call and get acquainted. Fur
Their, if l can't trade with you Will sell
your goods for small commission. or store
them tor you. Then again, will pay good
round price tor old gold and silver, old
coins, VIII also pay cash for good gentle
silks, feathers, furs, books, etc. Yes,
will buy, sell or trade any old thing. Look
for large sign on store. Open every eve
ming until O'Clock; Saturdays, 10 O'Clock.
All business strictly private and couhden-
tial This is my numD Der, 1923 Second ave
nue.. Rock Island, Iii. Always a few good
bargains in diamonds, as We make Spe-
cialty of the diamond business. See here,
now, everybody knows where The Argus
once is in Rock Island. Well, am DIRECTLY
across the street. j. JONES.
SPECJAL-JuSt because you live in Dav-
export or Moline doesn't signify anything.
Now, how long does it take you to step to a
telephone; ] wish l could make dollar
or two every time went to the phone
that would be good enough for me. Jones
second hand old 'ohone is 81 union 1923
Second avenue. Also short loans on real
estate and houses for rent.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
INSURANCE..

INSURANCE on dwellings and household
panies, lowest rates c. r. mberlin,
Mitchell & Lynde block Phone 1850.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
LAUNDRIES.

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ROCK ISLAND STEAM LAUNDRY Baurs
field q Sexton, proprlstors. Fine finish and
quick service. 1914 Third avenue Phone
west I2Q3
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
uurEIs Ann REsORTs.

$1,000
GRAND HOFEI-Famous Colfax mineral
springs. Offers best accommodations at
reasonable prices. Address William Frey,
Colfax. Iowa.
LAS VEGAS HOT SPRINGS-Located 6,767
feet above the sea. All the year round re-
sort. A perfect place for rest. For partic-
ulars address DIR. Daniel s. Perkins, Medi-
cal Director. Las Vegas, n NJ.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
CoNrRACrORs Ann RuILnERs.


JOHN VOLK & CO.-Contractors and build
ers. Also manufacturers of sash, doors
blinds and mouldings Dealers In plate
window and art glass. Oftces and factory,
81 to 329 Eighteenth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09

FOR SABE-A medium sized grocery stock
centrally located, good city trade, splen-
did farm trade and good will goes with
the business Can rent store for term of
years. Reason for selling and terms can
be secured at rooms and Masonic Tenn
pie r. j.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
EDUCATIONAL.

AUGUSTANA COLLEGE-Buslness depart
ment. A thorough business training given
for entry into commercial lite. Terms
reasonable Apply at Augustana college
VILLA DE CHANTAL-A nome school for
tation. Rudimentary and higher branches
and all polite accomplishments taught
Twentieth street and Fifteenth avenue.
Rock Islaud.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
LODGES,
PATENTS.

PATENT and TT ldemark ofhce-Room II
Mitchell g. Lynde building, Rock Island
James F. Murphy associate, branch of
Moore & Co. patent attorneys Washing.
ton. d. G and Chicago. Ill.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
MONEY TOLOAN.

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MONEY TO LOAN on real estate security at
lowest rates. Marion e. Sweeney, 2ttor-
ney, rooms 1886, Mitchell 4 Lynde build
ing, Rock Island.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
CO1Ona Sand
Stone Quarries

SAWED BUILDING STONE. ASHLAR
AND TRIMMINGS A SPE-
CIALTY.
For. sheapness, durability and
beauty, excclled by none. This
stone does not wash or color the
wall with alkah, etc. Plans sent
us for estimates will receive care
full attention and be returned
promptly at our expense.
Quarries IL miles from Rock
Island on the c., B. &c Q. railroad.
Trains No. and 10 will stop and
let visitors off and on.
FRIDGE STONE, CORN CRIB BLOCKS
AND FOUNDATION STONE,
ANY SIZE DESIRED.
Sample of stone and photos OF
buildings can be seen at Room No.
IL, Mitchell & Lynde building. Adj
dress
ARTHUR BURIAL. Manager.
S1-aeS Island or Colons, III.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1903-09-09
MISCELLANEOUS.

ART NEEDLE WORK done to order Les
sons given. ll32 Second avenue. Phone
Union $751;