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The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1854-03-29
LILLY DALE.

Twas calm, stl night, and the moons pale light
Shone soft DER bill and vale,
Wha friends mute with grief stood around the death
0my poor lost Lilly Dale.
Csoaus-0h! Lily, sweet LiIy, dear Lilly Dale.
Now the wild rose blossoms osr her little
green grave
Meath the trees in the Aowfy vale.
g., she said, to the land Of resi-,
And ere ny strength shall fail
must tell you where. near my own loved home, III
You must lay poor LMy Dale. M
CHoRrs-Oh! Lilly, &c.
Meath the Chenut tree where the Wild flowers grow,
And the stream ripples forth thro' the yale,
Where the birds shall wazbls their sngs Z Spring ].
There ~ poor LILY Dale. -
~ CsaasA--0h! Lllx ~.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1854-03-29
HARRIS0NBURG La, WEDNESDAY, MARCH &. 1854

necessary to break the ice by declaring, that
ne was no Italian, but an Englishman by
origin though not by birth.
: My name he said, is Angelo Melvyn,
and | am now the owner of MELVIN Park
sorrowful circumstances, you will perhaps
have heard by tradition, induced my father
to 60 abroad many years ago. When l be-
came the head Of the family, naturally felt
desire to behold the mansion of my ances-
tors, which was not invested to me personal
ly with melancholy associatipps. It was my
fancy to explore the neighho horhood without
making myself known. 1inet your daughter:
and-may hope that she has related to you
all have vsdes~ed to say of my feelings to-
wards her !e'
X Il = Il
The wedding took place in due season; and
it is to be supposed that it turned out happy
one, for the last news we have heard of Mr..
and Mrs. Melvyn was, that they have been
seen walking along the meadows near the
willow-stream, while two bright-eyed chill
dren-one named Angelo, and the other Flo
rence-were running TO and tro, gathering
daisies and butter-cups, to make wreaths and
nosegays withal.
The independent. (Harrisonburg, La.) 1853-18??, 1854-03-29

The man thst hung himself with yas~
was cut down with sSosldey bks1e and re-.
stored With > giaa Of wsser from Tie Epvs,g
IF t4s yew.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

Nor SICK BUT SENTIMENTAL.-It would seem
from several articles which have recently APP
peared in the New York Mirror, that the sym
pathy SO literally bestowed by the press upon
Mr.. Willis, in consequence Of his supposed
failing health, is entirely uncalled for. A cor
respondent of the Mirror tells the following
good story, at the expense of the poetic invalid:
ga ridiculous story is just now current along
the road. Willis, you know, excels in the plain
tive species = composition, and cannot exist
without large daily doses of sympathy and adj
miration. Consequently, he keeps himself dill
gently at the point Of death. The story is, that
the Brigadier, a short time since, was actually
taken in himself by this point Of death humbug
Reading in Boston paper that his beloved
partner was, really and truly, in a very bad
way indeed, he rushed up to Idlewild in great
alarm. The Brigadier, you are aware, never
writes much for his paper, and depends on
Willis for the greater part of his supply Of
matter. Of course, if N. Parker Willis should
happen to be seriously unwell, the Brigadier
would be in an extremely awkward predicament
Breathless and anxious, the old soldier hurried
to the gates of Idiewild. What was his sur
prise, what his relief, what his merriment, to
find the plaintive and ruddy Home Journalist,
axe in hand, trimming his trees with the energy
Of backwoodsman! That was tough but
happy day for the Brigadier His energetic
partner tired him out with rambling over the
place. Nomatter. Hereturned with his pockets
stuffed with COPY
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16
,Sycsessi,,n of .1ean CLirIGs Richdf0.

Succession SALi,.-Statr of Lou
~ isiana-rifth District Court-Parish Of Laourche:
In the by authority of the Fifth JUDICIAL District
Court sitting in said parish there will be offered Tor
sale public by Mathurin Bours, Sheriff and auc-
toDeer, duly qualified and in and Tor the parish OF La
fourche he premises situated about mile above the
of Thbo!ax on the right bank of the Latourche on
TUESDAY, the 10Th day OCTOBER, 1o5 at 10 O'Clock,
A. NJ, the following described property, to-wlt;
CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND, measuring two arpents
front on bayou Lorche, less, by depth OF 80
arpents between lines opening, bounded above by lands
dby Etienne Leblanc, formerly owned by oss pm
F. Richard, and below by lands of FRANCOIS Desoret with
the buildings and improvements thereon, said tract was
acquired by Jean Charles Richard, from Joseph jase
per before p Da parish Judge of said parish on the
4th of June, 1918.
TERMS AND CoNDTIoNs.-One Thousand dollars payable
in March 1852 the balance by ourhs fourth in all
and each of the months of March 1885, 1851 1855 and 1889
with eight per cent interest after maturity until final pay
men purchaser furnish good and approved security to
the satisfaction of the Administrator and the property to
main specially mortgaged and hypohecaed until final pay
ment, and affected with vendors privilege.
Sep 49, 1854 [39-tdsl NJ BOUR(s, Sheriff
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

From MARTHA's VINEYARD.-The Vineyard
Gazette says that mackerel continue plenty at
the south of the Vineyard, and fishermen are
very successful. According to the Gazette, the
waters of that region are filed with mum erous
specimens of the larger rovers of the deep
Whales of the in-back species are seen almost
every day in that locality. Sword-fsh are also
quite plenty. and are easily taken by expe-
rienced fishermen. Goldfish was taken short
time since, which weighed eighty-four pounds
The same boat which secured this mammoth
cod took forty-ive others, averaging about fifty
pounds each. Among other fish taken are
sharks of enormous growth, some of them twelve
and fourteen feet in length.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

An ApoLodY Fer COMMANDER HoLLINs.-A
letter written to the New York Times, by some
one who assumes to be familiar with the opinions
Of Commander Hollins, gives the following novel
explanation of the meaning of that officer when
he wrote to the English lieutenant, Jolly, that
he regretted the English force was not double
that Of the Cyane:
Be known that the regret he expressed to the English
cunmanderand which has been distorted into the ell ui
ton Of braggaiocia-he simply meant to convey The idea
that the presence Of force twofod that Of his would
have furnished valid for negecng declining to
carry out the infamous Instructions and saved his be-
eved country the disgruce Of the ordered bombardment
This is written without the knowledge Of Commander
Hons but you may rest assured reflects his true senti
ments.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

nT By an advertisement in our columns Of
to-day it will be perceived that f. L. Mead Esq,
President of the Canal Company, offers for sale
the steamer Terrebonne, tackle, ETC., as she now
lies at Bayou Lacache. Here's chance for
some one to enter into good speculation.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

RArRoAp.- Communication with New Or
leans via the railroad, has become an every day
occurrence On Thursday last several persons
came through in the short space of four hours
This affords unmistakable evidence that the
connections of the different sections Of the road
are now nearly complete.
We are sorry to learn that our Down East
friend, S. Townsend, when travelling the road q
few days ago, came near losing hisl by falling
into an alligator hole.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

BANAEAs.-Onr thanks are due to r. G..
Ellis, Esq, Of Grand Gallon, parish Of Terre-
bonnie, for some splendid Fig Banans, the pro-
duct Of his garden, which for size and flavor
will favorably compare with the best West
India growth. By proper attention, We have
not the least doubt that majority Of the tropical
fruits might be cultivated to advantage IN this
and adjoining parishes. Oranges and lemons
do we'll. and bananas, if those from Mr.. Ellis
are true sample, equally 80.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

nSg~ The number of deaths here, from yellow
fever, from its first appearance, up to this day,
twelve months ago, was one hundred and one.
What contrast with the present!
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

nD@ We have on file the pronunciamento Of
Finn Fon-B Boo, the self-constituted Vice-Gov-
ernor of Rogue's Harbor, Gallon Island, which
is crowded out, from being compelled to give
publicity to the proceedings of the Police Juries
of this Parish and of Terrebonne.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

RkaP The Board of Directors of the Lafonrche
and Terrebonne Navigation Company, Messrs.
J. C. Beatty, v. P. Winder, F. L Mead, H. G.
Thibodaux, and A. Lirette, elected on the 9Th
of July last met here on the 9Th inst, and chose
F. L. Mead, Esq, PrrsiliEnr. ----.-.
Thibodaux, Secretary.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

Eeg% We notice the arrival of the Hon James
L. Cole, Judge of the Fifth Judicial District
from pleasure excursion to the home OF his
nativity, the beautiful city of Philadelphia. -
A. Collins and family, G. Gautreau, p. Durand,
md others. have returned from the Islands.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

PATENT BARREL.-NIr. Thomas Pearsall, of
Tioga county, has taken out patent for barrel
especially adapted, as he thinks, to secure flour
or meal from souring. His theory is that the
contents of the ordinary barrel commence to
heat in the centre of the mass, and that such
heating might be prevented by inserting hol-
low tube in the centre of the barrel. His bar
rels are made like those in ordinary use, Except
that they must be larger, to allow of the same
contents and the heads are bored with three
or four inch augur. The barrel is then taken
with one head out; hallow tube. fitting the
hole in the head, and open at both ends, is in
serted in the remaining head and stands upright
in the barrel, around which the -four or meal is
placed. The other head is then put on, the
tube protruding three quarters of an inch, and
the latter is then clinched or battered down on
the outside, leaving hole the diameter of the
tube entirely through the centre of the barrel
If the theory noted above is correct and If the
tube, which is made of sheet iron will allow the
same evaporation aud escape of heat at the sides
of the barrel, then Mr.. Pearsall's invention may
prove valuable one. There are differences OF
opinion on Change, where the barrels were ex-
hibited yesterday, in regard to the aforesaid
theory; some of the dealers asserting that the
damage came quite as frequently from outside
influences, and that air-tight packages retained
their sweetness longer than any other. An old
sea captain asserted land the statement was not
disputed) that the dipping of barrel of -four in
water, by which the outside to the depth of a
quarter of an inch became encrusted, so as to
make the package air-tight, would keep it from
souring in any climate. Mr. Pearsall is an old
miller and should thoroughly understand the
cause of the difficulty he has attempted to OBJ
viate. He is quite certain of success, and his
evident sincerity and the Importance of his claim
entitle his plan to the attention of those inter-
ested.-N Y. Journal of Commerce.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16
Succession de Jean Charles Richard
XENTE DE SUCCESSION-Et de

la Louisiana, Cour du Cinqueme District Judicaire
parosse de LafoIrche.
par autorte de la Cour du Cinquieme District
Juciaire segeant dams ct pour parosse de afourche
oiert veue pubque Mathurn Bourg. Sher ct
dunen ct qaie dams eft pour Ia paroisse
de afurce, les eux s,ues In rive droite du you
Lafourche, environ mile auessous de la vile de
Thbodaux, MARDI, lie 10 dOCTOBRE 1854, 10 heures,
NJ, Ia propretee suivante, SAVIOR:
UN CERTAIN MORCEAU DE TERI;E, mesurant deux
penis de face lie bayou Lafourche plus GU os par
prooner de so arpents borne hau par les terres
apparenant mantenant Etienne Leblanc, ct apparenan
ancennement Joseph T. Richard ct has les terres
de Francois Deaso toutes les batsses ct alneora
tons appartenant, la de erre etc aquise Jean
Charles Rchatd de Joseph Daige acte pardevant
Dasp Juge de parosse de la dite parosse lie de Juin
1918.
TERMEs EFT CoNDrIoNs.Ale piastres payable en- Mars
1885, ct la bal pay BILE par quarts quart dams ous
ct chacun DIES mois de Mars des annees 1885, 1871 1885,
1850 hut pour cent Pan dnteret par pes echance
Pacquereur fournssant bonnie ct yalable caution la salts
faction de administrators ct la propre6 resta spectacle
ment hypothequees jusqua parfa payment aaecte dn
privilege du vendeur. [39-tds] NJ. BOURG, Sheriff.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

ny. During two of the warmest days of the
present week not particle of ice was to be had
in town. It was awfully distressing, particu-
larly on several of our fat friends who were seen
going about putting like a high pressure tug
with six ships in tow.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

/. LARGE FIRES IN AuGUsT.-The month of
August, just closed, will long be remembered
for the number and destructiveness of its fires,
and for the varied disasters that have befallen
both persons and property. The severe drought,
accompanied by fires sweeping through some of
the most valuable timber lands in the country,
the powder explosion at Maysville, the fall of
stores in Boston, the tornado at Louisville in
volving the loss of many valuable lives, are all
in the fearful category. The following is list
of the PRINCIPAL fires during the month:
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

A New PosTorrIcE new postofice has been
established in this Parish, at about eight miles
below this place, under the name of "saint
George" E. Lacroix has been named Post
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

re- The Lafourche is now at its lowest stage.
Even the smallest boats have the greatest diff
Guilty in navigating it, owing to the innumerable
snags, which might be removed at trifing
expense.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

H.RpER's MAGAMSE-Bennet & Galabert
have our thanks for the September number Of
this invaluable periodical. Its contents are
varied and interesting.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

4, GoING UP.-Eggs now command thirty cents
per dozen here. Chickens, ducks, and turkeys
cannot be had, excepting by going into the
country. We can assure our distant readers
that living is extremely difficult and high in our
young city at this time.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

re- The newspaper mail was total failure
on Thursday last. The letter mail came through.
How is this, Mrs. Campbell?
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16
Opening of Guion Academy.

4 T Meeting Of the Board Of Di.
"a rectors the Public School of Thbodaux. held on
Monday, the 4h day Of September 1854 it resolved
that Mr. Louis Phillip de Lepo should be requested to de-
liver address upon the subject of Education to the pupils
and the public at the SchnoHouse at 81 O'Clock M
the opening Of the School, October and that the Sec
Rotary should give notice of the delivery Of the Address in
the Thibodanx Minerva. J. R. VERRET,
3l-tf Secretary.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

NoNr IN TowN.-Durng several days Of The
present week not a barrel or pound of -four
could be had in our town for love or money. A
circumstance, we venture to say, which has never
happened on any previous occasion. One of our
bakers, J. B. Roddy, was compelled to despatch
anexpress to Labadieyille, parish Of Assumption,
for two barrels to supply his customers with
bread -. -
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

D1 The steamer Mary Jane, R. Constantine,
master, having been compelled to discontinue
her trips between our port and Donaldsonville
in consequence Of the extreme low stage Of wa
ter in our bayou, will henceforth ply as regu-
lar daily packet between here and the railroad
station-leaving this place every morning, at 7
o'clock. sXs
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

GRocER1Es. Friend Bello, of the firm of Van
LEV s. Bello, who has just arrived from New
Orleans ria the Railroad, wishes us to signify to
the lovers Of new -four, fresh groceries and
choice liquors, that he has laid in an abundant
supply Of every article in the eating or drinking
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

TarTERsALLs.-This favorite establishment
has again changed hands, the proprietor, Geo.
Sinclair, having disposed of a half interest to
Mr.. Solomon c. Lawlcss, who will henceforth
devote his time exclusively to the business Of
the new firm. The stable is complete in every
essential particular, being provided with the
very best Of hostlers, horses vehicles, Sc. SC.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

BSy~ Godey's Lady's Book for the current
month reached us by last Mondays mail. The
present is one of the best numbers out.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

THE RED HousE.-Besson, the new lessee of
this establishment is doing smashing business
of late. Having the patronage and recommen-
dation Of Justice Terrebonne, Contstables Bon
ner and Dantin, he finds no lack Of patronage.
His patrons bills are generally footed up by a
resolution of the Board Of Aldermen, by autho-
rizing draft On the Treasurer for the amount.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

On the 30h u fire in jersey City destroyed property
to the value of $30O00e not included in the above list In
this estimate made Of the thousands of
OF timber lands VIII oh have been burnt within short
time and FsnSsse ISL ~ s ERelSe!fHf we cup
the Journal of Commerce, the loss from the fire
in this city should have been put down at $780,
900 instead of 800, 00O.-N O. Bulletin.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

WISE FoREcAsr.-Twenty-six Of the promin-
emit citizens Of Winchester Virginia. have made
a call upon the people of Frederick county to
ioin them in making provision for the scarcity
and severity of the coming winter, to save the
poorer classes from want The reason of this
early movement is expressed in the following
naragranh:
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16
NEW TREATMENT OF YELLOW FEvER.-The
Savannah Georgian publishes the following COM

munication from DIR. Wildman, of that city:
Mesas. Editors-Gentiemen notice in your Paper
this morning asion to the Muated Tncture Of on
as a remedy in Of yellow fever.
Several reasons, which cannot enumerate, have
prevented from hitherto giving this remedy publicity
through the columns Of the city newspapers Feeling how
ever that duty place this mode of treatment
before the public beg topubsh the following facts in
nection with it. So
l. have treated one hundred and fifty Of yell
low fever since the 21st u and OF that number not
has died who commenced this remedy prior to the black
vomit." And
2 Since the 21st nt, have not admin tered FIVE doses
Of any other medicine
give the tncture in doses varying from 20 to 60 Drops
every hours in tablespoonful of water for adults; and
smaller doses for children The is generally perfected
in three days. This preparation Of Iron acts ~ medicstng
the blood and exerng its syptc qualities upon
the stomach.
would respectfully call the attention of the medical pro-
ssion to- this preparation Of Iron invaluable remedy
for yellow fever.
is I am, yours, respectfully,
September Q, 1854 P. H. WILpMAN.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

PAPER IrEMs-One Of the best papers in the
South, the New Orleans Bee, has entered upon
its twenty eighth year.
The Baton Rouge Gazette has come out in an
entire new dress. ,a
The Comet has got new head. We don't
allude to the editor.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

Har We observe that Jeovvani & Frank are
renovating the Holbrook Oyster Saloon, and in
tend to open in a few days. The bivalve time
of year is coming, coming, and then adieu to
beef for us.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16
VOLUNTARY SALE of John James

VIII be offered for sale the premises situated in the
town of Thibodaux, SATURDAY, the 23d day of SEP
TEMPER 1854 10 O'clock NJ the fol owing described
property, to-wit:
CERTAIN TOWN LOT, situated in the town of bodaux,
measuring 1902 feet inches in length from North to South,
by breath from East to West of II feet inches bound
ed North or toward bayou Laforche by St Mary street,
South by lot 1885, East by lot 1856, and West by Church
street. with all the buildings and improvements thereon
LOT OF CHAIRS, and Rocker Bedsteads and .Bedng,
Sofa Tables Bureau Side Board Armoir, Safe Carpet,
Mating Stove and fixtures and general assortment Of
household furniture, ETC.. etc.
TERMS AND CoSpIToNs.-The movable property payable
all sums under ten dollars CASH, and all exceeding ten
dollars in March 1885, the purchasers furnishing their notes
with good and approved security.
The town lot payable Three Hundred Dollars Cash. and the
balance of the price in March 1855 the purchaser furnishing
his with good and approved security and the land to
remain specially mortgaged and hypothetical with vendors
privilege until full and final payment, said notes bearing
eight per cent interest after turity till paid
Sep. 16, 1854. f39tds1 NJ BOURG Sheriff
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16
DIE D.,

At Caiou Island in the Parish of Terrebonne, Saul
day. the 9th inst EsfEE CAROLINE EMELIE, daughte
of Dr. Henry Gruneburg aged twenty one months.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16
The following elements !:

The audience comprised the Postmaster Of
Augusta. Unanimity and harmony prevailed
to q remarkable degree.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

lME.-For sale by the undersigned
IL hundred barrels Air Stacked, Western Lime in
bulk -east38-D WAKEMAN Il SMITH.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

Hon. 7. G. HuNT.-This gentleman, the tai
ented and highly popular Representative in
Congress from this District, passed through our
town on his way to New Orleans, from Last
Island, on Monday last. We look upon COL.
Hunt as one of the brightest ornaments and
chief pillars of the Wing party in Louisiana.
His course in the last Congress is cordially. en-
dorsed not only by his own party but by many
among the ranks of the opposition-such as are
disposed to be governed by compacts and COM
promises mutually agreed upon for the future
prosperity and stability of the Government, IT.
regardless Of their bearing in advancing or de-
tracing fromthe chances of Presidential aspi-
rants. Col. Hunt is eminently worthy of any
favor that the people may confer upon him.
May we not at some future period see him &C.
cupying the gubernatorial chair of Louisiana
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1854-09-16

HATS! HATS !-Messrs Geo. W. j. Read,
Hatters, No. 100 Chambers street, New York,
have our thanks for couple of magnificent hats,
manufactured especially for the Junior and
Senior of the Minerva, and handed over to us
By the commercial firm of S. T. DAUSIs s Bros,
of this place. We would advise such Of our
friends as wish to keep pace with the latest
fashions of the day to cast an observing glance
upon US tomorrow, more especially on the
"Junior," who intends to array himself in his
ssbest suit of black" with his new and elegant
capillary covering gracefully placed at an angle
of forty-fve degrees over his right ear, and
promenades our chief thoroughfares. His grade
full strides, symetrical proportions, and flowing
curly hair correspond in every particular.
with the elegance Of this beautiful white beaver