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Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

rY The " Associated Press" New Orleans has
been compelled to succomb to the Topographic
Union" What has become of the New York typos,
is not mentioned
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70 Not much business has been transacted in
court during the present week, owing to the indis-
position Of Judge Cole, and one or two Of the at
tending LAWYERS. A great many cases have been
acted upon since the opening Of the present term,
but much yet remains to be done.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

az We are glad to see that the Presbyterian
denomination are having their commodous house Of
public worship surrounded with substantial en-
closure. A. Robinson, Esq, manager on the Renzi
place has the credit Of having furnished the lumber
Mr. G. N. GiIis,f for having it put up, and Mr..
- for defraying the expense Of painting.
This is acting with commendable liberalty
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

VALLEY OF THE AMAzoN-PARr Our thanks
are due to the kindness of our ever attentive re-
preventative in Congress, the Hon. T. G. Hunt,
for copy Of LieCt. Gibbons exploration of the
Valley of the Amazon, invaluable acquisition to
our small and growing library Those who have
perused part first Of this truly interesting work
cannot but feel delighted that part second is now
ready for delivery. af1sf
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

eI Prof Cazalot requests us to say that his
dancing class is now formed. New scholars will be
received at any time. Those who wish to perfect
themselves in tips Of the fantastic toe, should not
fail to avail themselves Of this rare opportunity
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

"sAM The Southern Illinoisan," pub
lished at shawneetown, ILL.,, and "America'.
own," Of New York City, have placed at tn,
head Of their columns, the name of Gen. SAM
Houston, Of Texas, for the Presidency. TIL,
Gen. runs on the Sam ticket, of course.
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The Lafourche Dragons.

It affords us unbounded pleasure to state thai
this military corps will soon give us ocular proc
that they have not been idle in thorough organiza
ton. The uniforms, military accoutrements, etc.
etc have already come to hand, and so soon as
the members shall have become little more pro
ficent in the drill they will appear in full military
array on richly caparisoned horses.
The success Of the Dragons is not at all due te
the good will and words of encouragement OF those
unconnected with them; for the outside pressure
has been much opposed-thatis is, it offered no words
Of encouragement, but on the contrary, even sought
to dissuade those who were inclined to look upon
them with favor, from at all participating or con
meeting themselves with them, giving as reason
that it would be useless expenditure Of money
as the company would never appear on parade Oh
if it did succeed it would not hold together 1or
second turn out. The perseverance OF our iriehu
Capt. R. g. Darden, aided and seconded oy iiis
Lieutenants, Cross and Collins, has trlumpheo
over all opposition; and we feel assured ina. Tile
Dragons will now remain a "hxeo TACT lof
long time to come. Already their brothers IN arms
the Cannoneirs of Donaldsonville, propose paying
them visit soon, to inspire them with new ardo1
and zeal, in their laudable endeavors to supply a
hiatus that has long existed in this section Of the
State.
To us, surrounded as we are by seryile popula-
ton, company of this kind is of the greatest
utility; and our only wonder is that we have sui
fered things to go along to this late period without
something of the kind to afford US protection in
case of danger We now feel well assured that
the military spirit of the community has been
touched, and all see the importance and necessity
of sustaining least company Of citizen soldiers
to nrotect us in case of servile insurrection. All
should feel deep pride in seeing the company
kept up and sustained if needs be, at the expense
of the parochial authorities But of this, we have
no fears; for we have too many true and liberal
hearted young men among us to suffer things to
arrive at such climax.
viii not some one of our military disposed cit
liens breach the subject Of organizing an artillery
or infantry company? There is ample material
here for the formation of a good company; and if
the proper persons would only consent to take hold
while the iron is now hot, wedding heat could
soon be affected. If proper organization could
be accomplished is good selection of officers
the Minerva Office will guarantee to furnish three
full priyates -.F
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

cB The District Court for the parish of Terre.
bonnie convenes at Houma, on Monday next, the
18th inst Much business is before it. Judge
Cole will preside. -
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I Ex-President Fillmore is on the eve of
visiting Europe. His residence at Buffalo has been
rented to the Rev. Dr. Thompson.
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states that on Tuesday a fare-up occurred in
Brooklyn, which resulted in lawyer challenging a
professional brother, who declined accepting the
invitation, Sunless the challenger would fat him
latter has not yet indicated his intention to accede
to the request
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

TROUBLE AMONG THE SHoEMAKERs.-A very
beautiful article Of light summer shoes, may be
had by calling at the cheap cash store, of j. NJ
Lowenstein, on Market street.
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JOHN E CAKE

Fur the Tibbydo minervy
Lines to the HClurk of the Wethur."
moast singlar indivdooal hoo barest the naim
Whit is rittnk abuv !! whar in thunder hev yew
Con vizzytn 2?
Hev yew gon fur good, or hev yew
lost yore reset fur rane? ef yew hev not,
Graft hevns jest out the bung let the wauters
Cum tarnk frum yore selestal sisturn.
Eff yew doan foler my advice we'll be skortched up
Wuss than Seldom & Gromorry & this hole erth viii
Be like big skillet full o. pa,tched corn
Roastn years will be commoner than durt.
Thunderashun seeze
Upon sum Of them clouds up thar, like onto a
Dishrag full ofwauer & wiring the showurs out Of
EN-, fur nose yew kin doc it.
Send doun big draps rum yore sprnklin
Masheen until ole muther natur shall fairly weep
Muddy everybody git sisturn full ofrane- waute
& mi " fe polly in pertickular fur over acel.tdre
Demands it
In conclewshun, eff yew continuous fur to Civ us
Sutch wethur this mulch longer & trooly will this
Proove to be the land of cane-none & everybody
vii hey to greece go naked doc without eatin-
Just fanSy over feelinks send owny fu drops
& we'll be mitely obeeged-yourn &c. JOHN CAKE.
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that this well drilled company soon intend paying us
visit. We are glad to hear and trust the Dragons,
who no doubt will be thoroughly organized before
long, will give them hearty and cheerful reception
The cannoniers enjoy the reputation Of being one
OF the Oldest and best deeiplned body Of citizen
soldiers in the State.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

rB Notwithstanding the hard times, we notice
several new buildings in process of erection in diff
ferent parts Of the town.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

THE CnIMEA.-The Allies again renewed the
bombardment of Sebastopol on the 9th inst.
There is number of hats pending on the result,
between our American friends and the
natives. We have until now generally sided
with the Allies, and feel confident that Sebasto-
pol could not long hold out against French and
English powers, but we begin to fear the safety
Of our hat, and that some one Of our Russia
sympathising friends will be honored with new
"tyle" at our expense. We still shall continue
to shout for France and England against the
double-headed Eagle Of Russia. The next
steamer from Europe will very probably settle
the Sebastopol question.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

w We are glad to have it in our power to
say that we have just received an interesting COM
munication from our quaint contributor John E.
Cake, which will be forth coming in our next issue
Since the above was put in type we have
received a second communication from Mr..
to-days paper. 1t is communication in blank
verse, directed to the clerk of the weather.
That we shall now soon be favored with rain,
none can for moment doubt 1t would be
difficult for the weather king to resist such an
earnest appeal.
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aB The question Of repairing the Episcopal
Church on jackson street, was seriously agitated
some time ago. Has the idea been abandoned ?
soft lisa great pity for that church stands greatly
in need OF repairs. We learn that the vestry
OF the church have procured fine bell to summon
it's flock to service. Do they intend to mount it. or
is it to remain hid under bushele
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E%tttte Of 7. CAtirsMe B1rrqs,

~ al District Cetrt--pari of !.afo,rche
WHEREAS, JEAN ABAblE, of said parish has filed hi;
application with the Ciek Of said Court praying to be
20 nted Administrator of said Estate ~ "P
Therefore, all persons hereby warned and no,;e
file Their objections any they have, the saIapn c,
win the Clerk OF SAID Court at his Office the town %,
Thbodaux, within ten days after the first publication how
Of or the said application will be confirmed in due eonrs. f
the law. ~ 'se oi
witness my hand and the sea of said Court. this
LIS l2th day OF May, one thousand eight t,n,Irsd an
~ hity-tive' 2l2tl is. ALLAN Clsrt anu
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eT The Lafourche Dragons dill on horse
back, at the residence of Capt. Darden, at o'clock
this evening A punctual attendance is requested
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THIBOD AU X:
SATURDAY, MAY IL, 1855.

cH Down, down, derry down; says our bayou
No high water this season.
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rB Mr.. Ogeron advertises his Gallon Island
packet in this morning issue. Those who travelled
with Mr. 0. last will not be very apt to forget
him now.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

ID The colored population had = grand blow
out on Saturday night last in ball at the |" West
End. The elite and chivalry Of the descendants
81 Ham were present and it is said By those Of the
Caucasian race Who had the honor Of an ainvite,"
that the greatest hilart prevailed and odors that
fairly oatvisd those sxhaled BY the fragrant Night
Jesamine, perfnmed the Ius1oun ding atnos phsre
C0acene and beskamcs wese rendered inodosuusi
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

SUGAR HoUsE BURNr-We are just informed
that the sugar house with saw mill attached, Of
Drauzin Hymel, Esq, parish Of Assumption, was
totally consumed by fire on the night of Wednes.
day last, together with its contents about five
thousand dollars worth of sugar, molasses, poughs
carts, and other implements Of husbandry. This
blow falls very severely on Mr.. Hymel as there
was noinsurance Loss estimated at about 81 ,O0O.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

"a We are indebted to our friend and former
townsman, G. F. Hawley, Of Louisville, KY, for a
Report Of the Second Annual Exhibition Of the
Kentucky Mechanics Institute, held in the city Of
Louisville, in the months Of September and October,
1854. On perusal Of the report we noticed With
pleasure that Nj. Hawley contributed many articles
to the exhibition, all Of which received honorable
mention; and be received, besides several hrst
class diplomas for the Of his articles
over all others Of the same kind. m -
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

How THE FRENCH EMPRESS is TO BE RECEIVED
AT Observation-Disclosures severe etiquette of the
Sultans which has already received more than one
rude shock since the commencement Of the present
war, is destined it seems to experience one still
more startling. Abd-elMedjid (says letter pub
lished in the Gazette du Midi, has made up his
mind to offer his arm to the Empress of the French
when she arrives before the palace of Balh Liman
to present her to the first Sutaness, There seven
who bear this title, and who take rank according
to the order of the birth of their children) whose
face will be unveiled -Four young ladies, chosen
from the best Armenian families, and speaking the
French and Turkish languages, will also be placed
at the disposition Of the Empress as interpreters
and ladies of honor. Magnificent presents, among
them a side-saddIe adorned with precious stones,
will also be offered by the Sultan to the acceptance
of her Imperial Majesty.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

How CAN l BECOME AN EDITOR!-An ex-
| change, in answer to the above interrogatory,
remarks that it is a very difficult question, and
one which it would take more genius than it
has to answer. In the first place, it may be
that you cannot become On editor any how. 1t
requires foundation to begin with, which we
do not know that you possess. The first re-
quisite is strong common sense, and upon this
you may pile any amount of learning and ac-
quirements of every kind, and will never have
enough. An editor has use for all his knowl-
edge, and great deal more than he has gene
rally, for he is expected to know as much of all
subjects as each individual in q community does
of any particular one Lord Bacon, when asked
on an occasion how he became possessed of such
variety of information upon almost every point,
remarked that he had always made it rule to
converse with every person he met upon his
particular vocation, for he was sure to know
more about that than any other subject.
This is the rule for an editor to adopt, and
this, together with reading, study, and a tact
for seeing at glance, what is and what is not
proper FOR publication, constitutes some of his
qualifications His vocation is emnently an
artistic one, and requires not only keen percep-
tons, but a talent for discrimination as pene-
! trating as the eye of a critic in examining a
work of art. If you are thus mentally endowed,
and have constitution physically as strong as
an omnibus horse, can write when your head
aches "like split, " get off we'll written leader
when person at each elbow is in furious dis
cussion on politics, whose exciting gesticulations
you are required to dodge, and can contriye te
do it while you are dotting your als,', thus
saving time and, above all, if you have the
patience Of the old patriarch of the land of u
Especially requisite if you should ever have q
column of .ianswers to correspondents tt
attend to- you may possibly succeed as az
editor; but if you lack any of these qualifica
| tons, think Of every other business before yol
essay the quill editorial
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Succession de lake W,be,.

ETAT DE LA LOUISIANE.-Cour
~ du CinquiGme District Paroisse de Lafourche
ArTESDU: Que CLIFFORD BELCIIER de Ia dte parofsse
Executor de II de Succession, depose lie Greer
lie Ia dite cour, un compe provisional de Adminsa.
ton, demandant quill SOFT approuvee
En- consequence oues les personnes qn ponrraen avoir
des objections dit compile par les presentes mott
fees de les elure Greter de la Cour dams
Ia vile de Thibodaux dams les ours qui suvron la
premiere publication de Get avis simon dA compile ac
Corde ct contrme scion In oi.
Temoin main ct lie sceau de IA dte Cour CO
SRSRl II Mai, mil hut cent cinquante-cina
Pilot L. s. ALLAN, GrqHier
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STAGES-Ihibodaur and TigerriHe
~ Runs by the Chac ahoua route, from Thbodauy
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Returning each follow
ing day. b. +. HOLDEN, Proprietor
NOTICE TO PLANTERS
4 Y IRON. Slabs Bar and Round assorted FOR .aa vs
low, to close consignment, by CAMPBELL & "a
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New Orleans. Opelousas 4 CIV. r.

open to BAYOU Kzssss..=as $50
OLafourche Crossing 81 s S. - b e=
50 for Pa sengers and Freight Trains viii daily
to and from Lafourche Crossing, as follows
SUMNER ARRANGEMENT
Leaves Algers at O'Clock, A. M, arrives at Laourche
Crossing at II O'clock Returning leaves Laourche
Crossing at O'Clock, P. NJ and arrives at Algers
O'Clock, r. NJ.
Special Train:
SPEC1ALTRA1N will leave Algers every SATURDAY
AFTERNOON, at O'Clock. and returning on MONDAY
MISUNDERSTANDING the Crossing at o'clock, NJ arriving
at Agiers at 10 O'Clock, A. N. -r
EXCURSION TICKETS, to go and return the same day,
will be issued every day. as follows:
To Bayou des Alemands. .....................$1 rs
To Lafourche Crossing. .....-.. ...........$ so
Ferry Boat for the transportation of Passengers and
Freight to and from the Depot is running from the foot
of st. Ann street. The Boat will leave St Ann street with
Passengers for the morning Train at N O'clock M pre-
cisely, and make regular trips during the day.
Freight for Lafourche and all intermediate Stations, will
be received at the Perry Landing until o'clock NJ for
the next days Tain Letters and Packages until TIE de-
parture of the Boat for the morning Train.
mal2-tf A. B. SEGER, Vice President.
Thibodaux minerva. [volume] (Thibodaux, La.) 18??-1858, 1855-05-12

Died-On Friday evening, the 4th instant, at
his residence Acadie," in this parish Col PHILIP BAR
TON KEY native of the District of Columbia in the 51s
year Of his age.
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STATE or LOUISE A-E'ifth Dis.
~ trict Court-Parish of Lafourche
WHEREAS: w. A. SiAFFER, of the parish Of Terreorne
Administrator of said Estate, has filed with the Clerk Of said
Court provisional account Of his Administrations
Therefore, all persons hereby warned and notified tn
file their objections, if any they have, the said account
with the Clerk of said Court at his Office the town o
Thibsdaux within thirty days after date hereof or he
said account will be confirmed in due course Of law
Witness my hand and the seal of said Court this
aH&s% 9Th day of May thousand eight hundred and
80 fifty five. I2I-5tl L. S. ALLAN Clerk
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r AFOURCHE DRAGONS AT :,
I<TENTTON You are hereby ordered to attend Drill q
every THURSDAY EVENING, at half past seven &4h
O'Clock, at Ragan's Hall until further orders Pune
tua attendance is requested NIX
By order of Captain R. G. DARDEN. vi
May12-tf. j. J, GAINES O. s
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Letter from John e. Cake.

GouRp VINE RETREAT.
MIsrUR IONA C WHITE-Deer Smr-Owln to
the dr hev had in this seckshun OF country
hev hin prevailed upon by trends large family to adres
the clerk of the wethur the subject Of rane. AS view
will pureve hev agn rtten in hank knoin tlrat fur
be the suitable vehcke fur big thos to ride in
trde nifty hard be moderate in mi xpreshun but when
got aboard of my ole pegasus got hold onto the rains
got sublime aore node it. Hoapin yew vii talk keep
shuns to mi poeck lisense rename
Yourn til derh JOHN CAKE.
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"a We had another most magnificent effort
FOR rain on Thursday evening last But we're sorry
to say that the effort was al we had-rain is still
wanting. The weather was unusually cool during
"Wednesday and Thursday last; the thermometer
indicating 12s ii If
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Succession de Jean Nico5e ct Comtundnt6.
MAT DE LA LOUISE N E,.-COu

IVTAT DE. Ia LOUISE NNE.-COur
~ du Cinquieme District, Paroisse de Lafourche.
ATTENpU Que TtlEODULE PERTUIT de In dite parosse,
jour fait application Greer de la dits Cour,
pour nomme Administrators de Ia dite Succession
En- consequence toutes les personnss ui pourraen avr
des objections die denanle pr les presenes not-
fees de les edures Greier lie la dte Cour bureau
dams la vile de Thbodax dams les dix ours qui suveront la
premiere publication de avis simon la dte demade
accorde confirme scion la loi.
49, Temoin in ct lie de Ia dite Cour,
( L. S. II Mai, mil hut cent cinauante-cinq.
10y ai-2t l.. >. ALLAN, Greffer.
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1B Our young friend, Capt A. B. Raglan, has
just received hrge and complete supply Of
western produce and family groceries. He has
also received . general assortment Of Summer
Clothing. which be . selling At extremely low rates
e cab. Don't frget his ssahd, Noa and 10
sts1Alip sRsst. NJ.
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CUcuMBERs TOMATOES, &c.-The Hon. B. G.
Thibodaux yesterday morning favored US with
full basket of choice flowers, gathered from his
beautiful parterre. Sorry are we that our faml-
larty with the expressive language of Flora, does
not permit us to describe their many beauties and
excelencies But the flowers, if the most inte-
resting, were by no means the most useful and
acceptable portion of the baskets contents for it
also contained Cucumbers, Tomatoes, (the first OF
the SEASON. Artichokes, and Cauthowers, cultivated
in his wel-arranged and extensive gardens. These
presents are sent to us by friend to compensate
for having been imposed upon in our last issue in
giving him credit for that large Beet, which he
denies having been raised in his garden, and now
call upon us to correct; and to give credit to
whom is Justly due. Mr.. Thibodaux contemp-
ates producing for market the approaching season.
Our citizens should be delighted at the good news,
as our market has always been very poorly supplied
with the products of the garden.
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Estate Of Jake Weber.
0E al ISiAN D.. L

Estate Of JAKE Weber.
NTATE OF Lon ISiANA.-Parish of
~ Lafourche.-Fifth Judicial District Court.
WHEREAS, CLIFFORD BELGIiER, of said parish, FIX
of said Estate has filed with the Clerk of said Court
provisional of his Administration praying that
be homologated,
Therefore, all persons hereby warned and notified to
file their objections if any they have to the said account
with the Clerk Of said Court his Office in the Of
Thbodaux within thirty days after the first publication here
of, the said viii be confirmed in OF
law.
Witness my hand and the seal Of said Court, this
RNH 9th day of May, thousand eight hundred and
Dffty-fve. [21-5tl l.. s. ALLAN, Clerk