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Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02
gelerten 11oetry,
WORDS.
BY CHARLES SWAIN.

BY CHARLES SWAIN.
If words could satisfy the heart,
The heart might find less care;
But words. like summer birds, depart,
And leave but empty air:
The heart, pilgrim upon earth.
Finds often, when it needs,
That words are of as little worth
As just SO many weeds.
A little said-and truly said
Can deeper JOY Impart
Than hosts Of words that reach the head
But never touch the heart:
The voice that wins its sunny way,
A lonely home to cheer,
Hath oft the fewest words to say;
But, o! these few-how dear!
If words could satisfy the breast.
The world might hold feast;
But words. when summoned to the test,
OFT satisfy the least!
Like plants that make gaudy show,
All blossoms to the root;
But whose poor nature cannot grow
One particle of fruit !
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02
Agrlcultural.
SUPER PHOSPHATES.

An esteemed correspondent in Virginia
alluding to a communication of Professor
Gillian, in the Southern Planter, discuss
ing the merits of DeBurg's and Mapes su-
per Phosphates, begs us to give our opinion
as to whether these structures are just, espe-
cially as regards DeBurg's, of which much
has been sold in that State
It will be observed that Professor G.. pro-
poses to discuss the subject $50 far as it is
chemical question" and lie concludes, as
the result Of his investivation, that cit is
manifest that neither DeBurg's nor Mapes'
Super Phosphate have any claim to the con-
ffdence of the agricultural public; of the
two, however DeBurg's is far preferable. !"
All that we have to say to this is, that as
regards DeBurgs, DR.. Stewart says just the
contrary. We leave these gentlemen to
discuss the 'chenslcal question" to their
hearts content.
For the practical question, we have no
knowledge of either from our own expert
ence, but we have carefully watched the tes-
timonials in favor of DeBurg's There is
not the slightest reason to doubt that the
very many certificates, published as coming
from practical men are genuine. Some Of
these bear most emphatic testimony to it's
efficiency, and many are from farmers known
to us as men of careful observation and sound
Judgment. On the other hand, we know
that with others, it has failed signally.-
One farmer informed us that one reason it
succeeded admirably, and he preferred it
greatly on account Of the price. to Peruvian
LGuano, the next season he induced several
of his ueighbors to buy, and it failed with
all of them. We have called on our sub
scribers repeatedly, and have made inquiry
personally, as we have had opportunity, and
are compelled to say that on the whole the
testimony of those who have used it, SO far
as we have been able to learn, has been de-
cidedly in it's favor The many exceptions
to its success which have occurred, may be
owing to peculiarities of season, or varia-
tions in the quality Of the article. or in diff
ferences of soil, we cannot tell.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02
Misfellant0us.
/ LOVE A LAUGH.

LOVE A LAUGH.
II love augh-this world would be
At best weary dwelling.
If heart could never speak to heart
Its pleasure telling. ~
Then frown not at a wild, gay laugh,
Or chide the merry hearted
A cheerful heart and smiling face
Can ne 'er be parted"
Teach not the sun to oshine-memorialize
his highness to withdraw the light of his
countenance from us-pray for clouds and
days, as soon as discourage laughter and
good humor. It is necessary. We do not
believe that people should giggle at every
thing that may appear to be ludicrous or
1aughable but store away in the heart of
hearts material for good, round hearty
laugh when occasion requires-or ring
ing gleesome one when you are pleased,
Miss. We like sobriety, and believe in Sc
dateness at proper times. but we distrust
moroseness and abhor the 'sdumpsp' IF
you would have health, keep good natured
That man is the truest philosopher who
keeps open the pores of good humor in his
family that was not healthful We never
saw healthful family that could not or
would not laugh.
We hear the music of unbridled Joy and
glee in family at that hour which, of all
others, children love to play-at eventide
The mother is preparing the tea-table and
awaiting the coming of the father There
is no restraint upon the frolics Of the young
folks. A step is heard upon the door-stone
finger lifts the latch hush-h-h from the
mother and din enjoyment is hushed, the
children assume very respectable and staid
demeanor-the mother silently and demure-
ly prepares to receive her spouse He en-
ters, frowning like a storm-cloud receives
the attentions of his wife with an air of con-
descension worthy tyrant; by glance sup
presses the litter of child who has dared
to open the escape valve of youthful spirits
and seats himself atthe table and thankless-
ly enjoys CD Heaven-bestowed bounties
Is there anything human in such pro-
ceeding? Is it not sinful to shadow so sa-
cred place as home in this manner? L
is this which drives children early from
home, out upon the world. They go dis.
trustful and yet desperately determined =
They distrust mankind, but determine tt
make their power felt. This class are are
ready to follow any path they may chance
to find open. They rush along it with ac
celebrated speed. 1t often ends in ruin
Parents cannot too closely estimate the pow.
er of passion, the weight of word or the
influence of example, in their relations te
their children. The dignity and gravity o.
the parent are not compromised by a proper
cultivation of good nature in the family
Truth, frankness and good nature are al
ways associated, while deception, vindictive.
ness and moroseness are of distinct family
Something is out of balance in the circle
where the latter state Of things exist. Cul.
tivate good nature and LAUGH when you fee
like it.-Prairse Farmer.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

So many divisions of the farm are very
Objectionable unless cross fencing be aban-
doned as it ought to be, where grazing is
not a part Of the system. The day viii
come when grain growers and planters will
be amazed at the willingness with which
they have so long borne this enormous tax
of cross-fencing, or the mere accommoda-
ton Of their working stock and a few mich
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

One of the boys tells us of scare-crow
made by uncle Ben. It not only scared off
every crow that saw it, but one crow was so
frightened that he brought back the corn he
stole three days before
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

WEATHER WISDOM rainbow in the
morning gives the shepherd warning. That
is, if the wind be eastwardly; because it
shows chat the rain cloud is approaching the
observer f
A rainbow at night is the Shepherds de-
deigh. This also is good sign. provid-
ed thdMind be westwardly, as it shows that
the rain clouds are passing away.
Evening red, and next morning gray are
certain signs of a beautiful day.
When the glow worm lights her lamp the
air is always damp.
If the cock goes growing to bed, he'll
certainly rise with watery head.
When you see gossamar flying, be sure
the air is drying.
When black snails cross your path, black
clouds much moisture hath.
When the peacock loudly bawls, soon
we'll have both rain and squalls.
When ducks are driving through the
burn, that night the weather takes turn.
If the moon shines like a silver shield,
be not afraid to reap your field.
But if she rises haloed round, soon we'll
tread on deluged ground.
If at che sun rising or setting, the clouds
appear Of lurid red color, extending near
ly to the Zenith it's sure sign Of storms
and gales Of wind.
A WORD FOR the PURITANs.-One of the
most quoted hits at the Puritans is the re-
mark of Macaulay, that their opposition to
bear batting was mot on the ground that
it gave the bear pain, but because it gave
the peoplep leasure." Now, Mr.. Macaulay,
(says Brown, who IS not Puritan, sup
pose YOU have judged correctly Of the mo-
tive Of fhe Puritans' hostility to bear-bait-
ing, We're the Puritans in the wrong? To
relieve the question of all prejudice, let us
take it, for the purpose of this trial." out
of the Roundhead and Cavalier atmosphere.
and inquire about Spanish bull-fghts.-
Why do moralists everywhere and of all
sects denounce that sort of amusement p
Is it in pity Of the bull? or even Of the hal
brute who goads him on to battle? Is il
not that to find pleasure in cruelty to mar
! or beast depraves the mind and hardens the
heart osthe spectator That's the point
Mr. liszga and the Puritans were right
revS~ a the pear-ne cUdTu bear 1rTex.
cuse the puu) much better than the people
who grew ursine and brutal while they re-
joiced in the agonies of Bruin. Post.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

LITERAL DEFIN1T1oNs.-B kiss
Re-bus-two girls kissing each other. On
nibus-to kiss all the girls in the ROOM
Buster-a general kiss. Eplri-bus unun'
a thousand kisses in one.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

The Judge OF Western court recently
decided point adverse to certain lawyer.
LAWYER was stubborn, and insisted that the
Court was wrong.
II tell you that am right~ yelled the
Court, with flashing eyes.
Il tell you you are not !!'' retorted the
counsel.
II am rightp' reiterated the Court.
Il say you amt" persisted the counsel.
"Crier," yelled the Judge, Il adjourn
the court for ten minutes!" And jumping g
from the bench, he pitched into the counsel,
and after lively little fight, placed him
hors de combat: after which, business was
again resumed, but it was not long before
another misunderstanding arose.
''Crier," said the Court, ''we will adjourn
this time for twenty minutes p and he was
about taking off his coat, when the counsel
said:
''Never mind, Judge, keep on your coat
the pint is yielded-my thumbs out O
jj'int and I've sprained my shoulder!"
The following which is said to be record
ed in an Irish graveyard, is excellent in its
kind: 80
"Here lies the body of John Mound, .'s &
Lost at sea and never found.'' ...
The following is better in its kind, how.
ever, as specimen Of sharp shooting be.
tween coquette and her lover:
You men are angels when you WOO the maid;
But deuils when the marriage vow is said.
The Lover, not to be outdone, replies as
follows:
The change, dear girl is easily forgiven
We find ourselves in he'll instead of heaven.
A waggish fellow Somewhat troubled with
an impediment in his speech, while one day
sitting at table, had occasion to use pep.
per-box. After shaking it with all due fe-
hemence, and turning it in various ways, he
found that the pepper-corns were in nowise
inclined to come forth. '.T-t-h-this p-pe-
peper-box," he exclaimed, with facetious
grin, sis so-some-something li-like myself. u
why 500" interrogated neighbor. ''P-
poo-poor delivery" was the reply.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

He is by no means to be considered wise
who is not wise towards himself.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

The young lady who burst into tears has
been put together again.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1857-07-02

One of Gov. Shades school ma'ams has
got into place out West where the chill
dren never heard prayer or preaching. So,
one day, when she commenced her school
with prayer, one of the youngsters, went
home and reported:
tYou never did see such school marm
She got down on her knees and sWore With
all her might ~
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
n % I'D

the Improvement ofsugar, in which it would APP
pear to have been eminently successful IS stun
in popular request by the planters OF this Stare.
We understand Improvements OF the most Valua-
bic character have been introduced into the manu-
facture and that from comparatively low stand
ard Of strength seven eight per cent, 1T IS now
unil,rmIY ten and upwards.
Skptirism long held out against the use and utl-
Iitv Of the B-Su phite; can 1T surprise any one
that this was so, seeing how many agents cheni-
cal and others have been introduced IN the last
twenty years! to improve the quality OF Louisiana
sugars. so as to enable it to compete successfully
the disaG Gvantoges it has to contend against. from
pecuIiaf;tes OF climate and hasty preparation Tor
market.
The Bi-Suphte we are assured, has answered
expectations in almost every instance where no
exfrayagant or unreasonable hopes have been ms
pred or INDUCED; and, perhaps, the very best
proofs of the good results foI)owngjts use is fur
nished bv those intelligent planters who, having
used it men i've effects and nature were but lmper
tecty understood, still continue to employ and re-
commend it as an agent of great value an worthy
ofthe most extended application Of course, much
will depend upon the purity of the article and the
fidelity with which its manufacture is conducted;
and it is for this reason, observing in our adVeT-
sing columns the notice Of an old and we'll estab-
Iished manufacturer, that we deem it our duty to
refer to it with so much circumstantIa!lty. Other.
establishments may also be deserving OF patroEOge,
this one has already name well known to consul
mes and therefore does not require special refer
ence OF commendation from US. The chemical
product itself deserves, however, a fair trial trom
every one and planters should not permit any pre-
judlce to stand in the way of testing its merits
N. o. BElIstiH.
No+ oI
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
DAILY DIVISION. OF TIE CLASS

DAILY DIVISION OF TIE CLASS
FROM O'CLOCK A. NJ, TO ta O'CLOCK, NJ
Monday-Englsh and French Translation.
Iuesday-Englsh and French Dictation and the
Mathematics.
Wednesday-Latin, Spanish, French History
1hnrsday-Latin, Spanish, Mathematics.
Ftfday-Repetition of the general work of the
week. Preparatory Ex&nnaton for the
SemestEial Examisation, Reading
Class from 2 TO 5 P. Man hour and half for
Inferior English Pupils. An hour and hall
. for Superior French Pupils.
Class from 2 10 p. Man hour and a half for
Superior English Pupils. An: hour and hall
: for Inferior French Pupils.
Voluntary Study tron, 2 to O'Clock P. d., with
out aay extra charge, except the light and fire.
The scholastic year is Of twelve mouths Entire
Religious and Politca! Tolerance.
. C0NDEEg0ISe
Instruction and Board per year, $40 90
day scholars, per yesr 40 90
[Qualters paid in advance.
Gay. scholars per aaonth, 90 90
Latin, !" tExtral, 2 90
Spanish, /" 90
Drawing per year, 80 90
Music, {" 40 90
Bedstead, mattrass, pillow, per year, 90
Washing, S per month Doctors fees at the
cost ofparents.
The board and tuition of Pupils Gill years or up
wards to be settled by agreement.
Opelousas December 9th, 1856.
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
rNotEce TO aiac Public.

= egagEs THE good and safe steamer
pressy for the trade, Gus. E.
LoGallieF. master, has commenced her regular trips
between 0peiousas and N. Orleans, leaving Wash
ington every Sunday morning at 10 O'Clock, and NJ.
Orleans every Wednesday at P. NJ. during the
season. For freight or passage apply on board or
to Alfred LouailIier, Washington.
particular notice that no freight will be delivered
from the warehouse until the freight bill is paid or
receipted back to the shippers for payment. All
persons having freight will always find their bills
with M. Alfred Louaiilier at Washington, who is
authorized to collect ana receipt for the same.
Aug. % 1857. HINCKLEY & Co.
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
Bonnabnrs BiNuIpbitH Of Lime.
Nrw-ORLEANs, September lst, 1857.

~ ;;tn ,u. attention to +Ir to;In,y-
Perhh't NE 10 '''+L'e of
ing III relation 10 I've 6,St discovery f th
OF LIME "h'e ''0''' ''e s (lan,y.t;,o ~
'a'u'ole !. P' ta nrenaraI AZ tba
E@"s c,lor, Cbnrc,ral Works. in j2rg4r
New Orleans HoI "eIi ta%
qu"Ht'tieS ''.o u, AIMS rer,, w.
es,"2iiS amer w ,.'tbar Ia hnr .,r,,
q"i9"e l'' 1ts p, ''i - ,,, ,1a.~ ,.
i"F eN - spa" t -, Iitb h;h i has has,
Wo'Ihy OF the P"tio"' t ". t, o,,+ara1 ;,.'
lN"'e". h'''l 49, y; siI,;l, tn,
t""e,t'N" W. '-is -. ,"lI fn, aa,iin,,
ing as tue sI"3'en fr',;
i,,, t,I,+rs +ba nrefprencr
peTenee" planters 'Le p1 p.eiei plo,+or.
lt Is unn'cs>s,y ~ tHat 49, B;Sm,nh,fs "
already a""'e % '.'1 ;I ~ rrnJc -
Lime; Wheh properly "Se' .nI;,o
oeautho "hl'e 1"o - ths =,'srhn+
aiWa tt i ca, b,ya
ana me very peI' .io hI,'-nrS i; t}a fac. If is
with western anu o:n'' ~ S''Iob;ts aS
having been made with bonha0e' n!-ou,pnlte' @ as
they CONSIDER 'lst qua" - n~ h;:bar nr"
"H'%nI. ana are 1i"" to rH +ba
tes lo' IT, nc 't,9" L ~ 60; r. >S,t;ta i; 60
flal'erS sT"s'HJ o.i;ta ,,nnacas
nb,ish here a,,y .. he many llatterng tes-
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
5fstfe &C Aollt9ta1la,
Oct. Sd, 1857.
District GO7frf

Parish I'''ftSs ST Ss;al Goz5s; Eandyv. No. 8282.
Estate of Adrienne Deshotels, decd.
HEAN PIERRE LAFLEUR, of the
@D Parish ofSt. Landry, Administrator OF
the Estate of Adrienne Deshotels, deceased,
widow of Alexandra Baptiste Fontenot, late
of the Parish of St. Landry, having filed a
Final Tableau of the affairs of said Estate,
accompanied by petition praying that the
same may be homologated And whereas
the prayer of said petition has been granted
by an order Of Court, dated the 30th Of Oc-
tober, 1857.
Therefore. notice is hereby given to all
interested, to make opposition, if any they
have, within thirty days from the date here
of, why said Tableau should not be homolo-
gated, the Administrator be discharged Of all
further liabilities and his bond cancelled.
Is. LASTRAPES, Clerk,
Opclousas, November 7th, 1857
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
a..- PUBLISHED ON SATURDAY BY
I0gL Il. SANDGZ & ANDREW MEYNIER.
co ONDITI0Ns,

Subscription, for ole year, payable. in advance
ree dollars; if paid at the end of the year. four dol
ars. No subscription will be received for period
less than one year. A subscriber wishing to dis
continue, must give ,hte notice to that effect, and
settle up all arrearages.
.4drertisiag:--For square not exceeding the
space Of ten lines, dollar for the first insertion
end fifty cents for each subsequent Insertion Longer
advertisements will be charged accordingly.
All the advertisements will be inserted in french
ard erglish ntiI ordered out, until the editors
shall Judge it convenient to discontinue the pubi-
cation. s-..
s A liberal deduction made ION advertisements in
serted for long period.
No advertisetne ut or subscription will be stopped
until all the arrearages are paid unless at the option
ofthepubiisssers Of ',@. ,r
81 No oelection tickets other jobs printed without
the money the person ordering them to be print
ed is responsible person.
Ten dollars in advance will invariably be required
or the announcement of candidates for office.
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
goge ers & Z zaoz2a psou
PUBLIC AUCTIONEERS,
I'm and for the Parish of St. Landry.
Il Office at Opelousas. !.
GEOg N. ROGERS, !.
! A. J. THOMPSON.
Dec. 9th. 1S56.-1y.


TTAYING purchased a plantation in
q IL Bellevue, perfectly convenient to re-
eeiye patients, will devote himself most ex-
clusively to the treatment Of chronic diseases,
and his prices will be moderate, that is to
] say, one dollar per day for slaves which do
not require the attendance of a nurse, and
for those to whom nurse is necessary, the
price will be agreed upon with the owner.
Dr.. Sales moreover offers his services to
all those who may honor him with their con-
fdeuce. B. J. SALES, N. D.
Bellevue, Nov, 29th, 1856
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
.... = 2T.Ets w - 1sGo7v ERE!
THE GREATEST AND Most WONDERFUL
IN THEzW0RLD.


GSLNPLE and Compound, prepared by n.
- HEREU, Druggist and Physician, sup-
erioY to sI essences sysUps ana extracts 81 named.
ami to oil sTecia;Ics heretofore known.
have for d long time thoroughly investigated
the idea OF genera! therapeutic agent susceptible
of beirg applied 10 al diseases, the deveio2enent
or morbid principle Of which proceeds from an IN
terna cause either in the bood or any otthe other
organs.
4 careful ard uninterrupted analysis Of the ami
NAL. vegetable and mnera' Kingdoms mad induced
the hope that could brtt9 about Sucn result and
thanks to my inde.atigable researches, 1t IS now
obtained,
have found in some vegetables the necessary
means for this granai,!ea, whichla based upon IN
oIeagino,ps principle OF Sarsararia patty known
TO the pubic. Such isthe discovery winch have
the honor this day OF advertising. Iae iorm OF
LOznuges has been given to It, because Its,naturt
precudpd the possibility OF doing otherwise, and
have divided it into simple and compound Lozenges
III order that they might be gwen TO children as
we'll as adults.
Nv first experiments Were made privately, and
remained unknown until woudellll results had
sal Isfed me that | had succeeded, and that tne
charge of quackery could not be brought against
me.
The attention of physicians and of the public
are called to these LOZengts. in order that every
one may witness the admirable result Of the same.
htIiciAi CAeCLS 'estiS" ~ hy tP'" "l''9 Hi I"
sand persons. The stomach is cLean.ed, the blood
is purified and renovated by removing ali imp"Ti-
ties from this precious organ and tu'd.
SPECIAL EFFECTS.
l. Prompt and radical cure OF all diseases gener-
ally.
= Persons who have used these Lozenges have
never had The cholera nor the yellow fever
8. Venerea syphlit'c, herpetic, scorbutIeaI,
gouty rheumatic, and nervous and bilious diseases
are completely cured few days ateI the remedy
is resorted to.
L. All diseases Of the lungs head. eyes, stomach,
bowels, ar, other internal ano external COMPLAINTS
disappear entirely, provided the Lozenges ale re-
sorted to.
! For sale by the box. with prospectus showing
how they must be used.
! Depot at D. HEREu'S,
! Corner Toulouse and Bourbon streets.
/ Forka!e by John Posey, Gpeousas. lJuiy IL
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
nr CT QG d. co.

No. 81 Bieavi9ze Street. Corner ef Ez-
change Alley, Nesse-Orleans.
ETgAVE the hondr to inform their friends
and the public, that they have Just
opened, at their store rs. above, 3 DEPOT or Fun
NITURE of Every Description, such as Bedsteads
Ar,noirs, Centre-,Tablss and others, F6te-a a-Tete
Chairs and others, SOFAS Fautetils, Moss, Hair anc
Spring MATTRESSES, Feather Beds, They undertake re
pairing Furniture, make exchanges, and take It o.
storage. They hope py and industry TO obta'r
! share Of public patronage.
Dec. 9th, 1856.
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
State of Aoaisla1ta,
District Court,

D1s1ytct IT I:: Corr, 9 = No. 1927.
Estate of Marie Constance DeIalOire, deceased.
q NDRE MEYNIER, of the Parish of
a St. Landry, Tutor ofhis children issue
of his marriage with Marie Constance Della
loire, his deceased wife, of the aforesaid Par
iSh having fled Tableau of Classification
Of the affairs Of said Estate, accompanied by
bis petition praying that the same may be
homologated - And whereas the prayer Of
said petition has been granted by an order
of Court, dated the 29tA October, 1857.
Therefore, notice is hereby given to all
interested, to make opposition, if any they
have, within thirty days from the date here
Of, why said Tableau should not be homolo-
gated,
Is. LAsTRAPEs, Clerk
Opelousas. October 31st 1857.
The Opelousas courier., 1857-11-28
a. Runaway I'm Jail.

a WAS committed into the Jail
.A <of the Parish Of St Landry, on the
7 18th of September instant, mu'
latto man calling himself Will
LIAM. snd saying he belongs to
one William CLARK, residing on Canal Street
il New Orleans, from whd1a he Runaway IL
November or December last.
William is 5 fest 6 inches high, has ring!
in his ears, wears vhiskeTs, is between Il
and 45 years old, and speaks English ano
French, VI !,
The owner ID requested to como forward
prove property, pay charges and take am
away, otherwise be will be disposed Of al'el
the legal delay. -,
Opelousas, september 1o, 1857.