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The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
MILITARY ORGANIZATION.

Pursuant to public notice, large
number of the bone and sinew of our
City assembled at the Office of the
Hon. j. d. Hamper, last Saturday even
ing for the purpose of. organizing a
Military Company for the defence of
the rights of our Confederacy. The
Meeting was called to order by Mr..
James Brookes, who nominated L. l..
Ferriere, Esq, as Chairman of the
Meeting, which was enthusiastically
received. Mr.. Ferriere, in few peril
nent remarks explained the object Of
the Meeting and called upon his fellow
citizens to come forward and enroll
themselves-whieh call we are proud
to say was met by cheerful response;
some forty of the youth of our city
signing with alacrity. We hope to
see the Roll number one hundred by
the next meeting, which will be Thurs
day night. Until then there will be
Drills every night by Capt. MaraOeA,
which we hope will be well attended,
as the knowledge of Military Affairs
is of the greatest Importance at this
momentuous crisis, when we know not
how soon the myrmidoms of Black
Republicanism will be laundering at
our portals. Rally then Carrolltonians
to the ranks of the Jefferson Light
Guard and show that our Parish is
not backward in her duty or her
patriotism.
*See call for meeting of the JET
FERsON LIGHT GUARD tomorrow even
ing, at half-past o'clock, in another
column of paper to-day.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24

rP We are proud to notice that our
German population in this city are en-
gagged in forming a Voluntee Company,
to be composed principally of Germans;
many of whom have seen service in
their time, before seeking their for
tunes in this once prosperous and
happy country, for whose rights and
institutions they are now willing to a
r,an to peril 8 their lives, their for
tunes and their sacred honor" 1t is
another convincing proof of the deter
mined and patriotic feeling which
pervades the community in every
section of the South. VIII not the
fanatics of the North pause, before
they attempt to conquer such people :?
*x* We have been informed that a
public meeting of our citizens will be
held this evening at O'Clock, at the
HALL of Engine Company No. One
of this city, in furtheranco of the in
terests of said organization. Patriots
attend, all
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24

Speech from Gen. Houston.-Gen.
Houston, late Governor of Texas, made
q speech at Galveston, Friday evening
last. The News says: He emphatic
cally denied ever having held any
communication Whatever, direct or in
direct, with Mr.. Lincoln or his Gov
crnmcnt, or his agents, knowing them
to be such.' He also denied that he
claimed still to be- Governor of Texas,
and said that he had retired to private
life, and should ncvor leave it but in
defence of the country.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
The Right Spirit. - We

The Right Spirit. - We are not
aware that any act within the range
of the powers of our Police Jury
could have met with a more unanimous
approval by this community, than the
appropriation made by them at their
extra sitting of the Goth instant, to the
jefferson Mounted Guard, of the sum
of t'0enty-fUe hundred dollars toward
tho full equipment of that organization.
Such a body of men would be capable
of rendering efficient service if called
upon, under existing circumstances
not only within our Parish but else
whore, in case the fanatics of the North
should attempt to land their mercenary
forces upon our shores at any future
time. The general remark is, however,
that the sum appropriated should have
boon doubled.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
PARISH OF PLAeuEMlNEs, April 10, 1861.

PARISH OF PLAQUEMiNEs, April 10, 1901.
If you deem it interesting for your
readers, you are at liberty to publish
the following communication about the
Empire Parish Judiciary, from 1903 to
the present day.
Our first Parish Judge was Charles
de la Tour, son of Chevalier de la
Tour. After having held the Office
of Parish Judge for number of years,
Mr.. Charles de la Tour-on account
of old age, resigned his commission.
He was succeeded by Antoine
Dubourg, who was a creole. Judge
Dubourg had received good education
in Paris. His death, it is said, was
caused by poison.
Charles Fagot, learned and honest
lawyer, who had already held the same
office in the Attakapas country was
Judge Dubourg's successor.
Mild in temper and simple in man
ners, but deep-versed in law; Judge
Fletcher was appointed in the room Of
Judge Fagot. Being soon Disguised
with the position he threw up his COM
mission.
Gov. Claiborne, then at the head of
the Executive Department of Louisi
ana, rendered the appointment to Judge
Winot, who accepted it.
On account of maladministration
Judge Winot was forced to retire to
private life.
James T. Williams, a wealthy and
upright citizen, owner of a large planta-
ton was then called to preside over
the Court of this Parish. Though a
man of little education, Judge Williams
administered the law to the great salts
faction of the people. Becoming tired
with the Judgeship. Judge Williams,
about the year 1896, by using his
influence prevailed upon Gov. Horny
Johnson to make Gilbert Leonard his
successor.
From 1926 to 1S45, when he was
fatally wounded in a duel fought-for
the part he took in the disgraceful
election frauds of 1874. Judge Gilbert
Leonard distributed justice to his fellow
citizens in this section of the State ;
Judge Leonard was not man Of bril-
liant parts.
Governor Alexander Mouton, on the
death of Judge Leonard, appointed
Charles OUTLET in his stead. The
Constitution of 1874 having abolished
the ofice-Judgo OUTLET, for about
eleven months, discharged the functions
of Parish Judge.
In 1916, Judge Octave Rousseau,
received the nomination as District
Judge of st. Bernard and Plaquemines,
which office he held until 1857.
Judge James Foulhouze, from 1857
to 1861, wore the ormine in this District.
MORE ANON.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24

DF A Special Meeting of the Star
Hook and Ladder Company of this
city will take place this evening. Mem
bers are specially requested to be
punctual in attendance, as matters of
more than ordinary interest at this time
will be submitted to them. See call in
paper.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
PARISH OF PLAaUEMINBs, April II, 1861.

PARISH OF PLAaUEMINEs April II, 1861.
Notwithstanding the crisis through
which we are now passing, our politi-
clans still keep their eyes open on the
subject of politics. The election of a
member to Congress for the First Con-
gressional District in this State, very
often forms the topic of conversation
in our political circles. DR.. j. b.
Wilkinson, in Gel tain quarters here, is
highly spoken of as candidate to the
Lower House Of the Confederate States.
Hon. Charles Bienvenu is likely to be
prominent aspirant for the same posi-
ton. Hon. Charles j. Where's friends,
also, for the same District, will leave
nothing unmoved to secure this gentle
mans election to the Montgomery
Congress. AS you see, the number of
patriots here ready to sacrifice them
selves for the good of their country,
by accepting the position of NJ. c.
is already quito largo for Parish
which scarcely counts five hundred
voters. At this rate, the Second and
Third Districts in the city of New
Orleans, which are included in the First
Congressional District, would be cnti-
tied to at least twenty candidates for
Congressional honors.
Tho defense of the rivera work
blythe bye Of the utmost Importance,
not only to Louisiana, but to the whole
of the Confederate States-commence
to claim the attention of our influential
citizens. Gentlemen, entitled to form
an opinion on this subject, favor the
idea of establishing two batteries of
large ordinance--one on each side of
the rivor-in the vicinity of the
English Turn, twelve miles below New
Orleans. In the times of the Spanish
dominion, Fort st. Leon, a small brick
built fortress, had been erected at the
English Turn TO defend the city
against an attack of an enemy from
the sea. Of this Notification, tho
remains are now to bo seen on Mr..
Felix Where's plantation, about lthe
year I7GS, Lieutenant John Thomas,
of the Royal British Regiment of
Artillery, writing to his Government,
expressed himself in the following
terms:
Tho Englishman's Turn is about
six miles below the city of New Orleans,
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24

Judge Burthe's Court.-This Court,
(Third Judicial District) will open
again before his Honor, on Monday,
Tuesday and Thursday of next week.
See cases set for trial on those days in
another column.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
Look to the Levees.-As the Father

Look to the Levees.-As the Father
of waters is now rapidly increasing
in volume, and Will, most probably,
worry shortly present Il threatening
aspect, would it not be we'll ON the part
of our interchangeable syndic to examine
and thoroughly inspect every weak
point within tho Parish. No subject
is of equal importance to our citizens
generally with that of ontiro security
from overflow. The Lovccs throughout
our Parish are reported to be firm and
substantial, still, if tho water continues
to rise so rapidly, they require strict
attention and should be well guarded
at every doubtful or dangerous point.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24

D" The correspondence from
Plaquemines which we insert to-day,
should have reached US in time for our
issue of Saturday last.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24

a rife regiment. The British resi-
dents have already formed an infantry
regiment, and are in the act of organi-
zing another.
Ladiana's Quota Of Troops.
INDIANAPOLIS, April 22.-Indiana's
full quota has been accepted by the
Governor. Fifty six Companies are in
camp.
Nom Resignation of Gen. Scott.
New YORK, April 22.-Lieutenant
General Scott, commander in-chief of
the U. S. forces, has not resigned, nor
does he intend to.
The Secession Sentiment IN Arkansas.
VAN buren,, ARK, April 22.-An
immense meeting was held in this city
Saturday, at which the flag of the Con-
federate States was raised.
Arkansas is unit for immediate Sc
cession. The war feeling is prevalent.
Successful Balloon ascension.
AUGUSTA, GA, April 22.--Prof.
Lowe has arrived safely in Columbia,
S. c., in a balloon from Cincinnati.
The Confederate Loan
MOBILE, April %, - Six hundred
dollars of the Confederate loan was
taken here by colored people.
Miscellaneous Items.
New YORK, April 22.-The Hon,
Daniel E. Sickles contemplates raising
a regiment.
Com Vanderbilt is said to have i'll
formed the Government that it can
have gratis his whole fleet of steamers,
fully manned and equipped.
Mayor Wood will recommend an APP
propriation of million dollars for war
purposes.
A lot of uniforms for the Southern
army was seized in store on Dey
street to- day.
An unsuccessful attempt was made
to poison the Massachusetts, Regiment,
aboard the steamer State of Maine, on
her way to Norfolk.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
CITY OF CARROLLTON:
WEDNESDAY, April "a, 1861.

ER The GARDENs'' at this date, in
Carrollton' .'are beautiful beyond any
previous year.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
Important from Missouri.


for so large a military force.
There is a good deal of secession
feeling in some sections, but the pri-
vate sentiment is unanimous for con-
ciliation and peace.
The city is full of rumors, but quiet
and orderly. No demonstrations have
as yet been made.
Extra Session Of the Missouri
Legislature.
st. Louis. April %. - Governor
jackson has issued his proclamation
converting both Houses of the Missouri
Legislature in extra session on the I'd
of May.
Gen. Hough orders the commanding
officers of the several districts to go
into encampment on the 3D. of May, for
six days, according to law.
Seizure Of Neo0 Orleans Goods at
Cincinnati.
Cincinnati, April 22.--The Com
mittee Of Safety stopped the steamer
Decatur. bound to New Orleans yes
terday with bacon, lard beef and other
produce.
Preparations to Attack Fort 1lcHenry.
Wilmington, April 22.-The Balti
moreans are making every possible
preparation to take Fort McHenry, now
in possession of the Federal Govern
ment.
The guns of the fortress are turned
on the city.
Safety of Washington City.
The Reign Of Terror IN Baltimore.
Philadelphia, April GA bearer of
dispatches, dressed as a Methodist
preacher, from the President to Gen.
Patterson, arrived here to-day, and re-
ports the capital safe from any attack.
He further adds, that Baltimore was
quiet on Sunday morning, and that no
cannonading had been heard.
A perfect reign of terror prevailed.
The Union men are obliged to sue
cumb.
The BattimoreamS Purifying the City.
Harrisburg, April 22.-An officer
from the President arrived here says,
up to Sunday evening there had been
no firing in Baltimore.
The Baltimoreans had in their pos
session twelve brass pieces and were
fOrtifvino tho nnirhborhOOd
associated Press Reporters.
New YoLK, April 22.-Tho Asso-
ciatcd Press has sent three reporters
as near as possible to Baltimore, to
send the news by every practicable
and impracticablo way.
Wore Reports About Baltimore.
The City IN a Fearful Condition.
New YORK, April 22.-Major AL
berger, of Buffalo, resident of Balti-
more for several months, arrived to-
day.
He reports the condition of Balti-
more as being fearful. The streets
were barricaded, and the shutters of
houses lOop-ROIeu tOl lnuSheJry.
He adds that the Union men were
fleeing for their lives.
Repair Of Raii10ay Bridges Near Baiii-
more.
New YORK, April 22.-CoIIector
Hiram Barney says he has information
of an official correspondence between
the Washington and Baltimore authori-
ties, which resulted in an understand
ing on the part of Baltimore to repair
the railway bridges, telegraph lines and
keep communication open.
Forcjgn Regiments Of Nc7c York.
New NoLK, April 22.-Tho Hunga-
rians Swiss and Italians are forming
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
FROM PLAQUEMANEs.

Politics, Military Defemces, Crop Pros
poets, General Neacs, and Judicial
History.
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
--latest News
IN u e r. T. G: r. a 2 II.
--latest from Baltimore.
Secession FLAGS Everywhere Flying
From the New Orleans city Papers of yesterday

Secession Flags Everywhere Flying
No One Dares TO Favor the Union.
Baltimore, via Nea0 York, April %.
The city presents comparatively
quiet surface, but there is deep feel
ing underneath.
Nothing but secession flags are dis
played. No one dares to proclaim
himself in favor Of the Union.
Armed men are stationed to prevent
the rebuilding of the bridges that have
been destroyed.
Notifications around Washington.
Neao York, April 22.-Washington
advices say the Government has plant
ed cannon on all the heights overlook
ing the city.
Offer Of Money By Vim. B. Ast0r.
Neo York, April22 .-Wm. B. Aston,
the millionaire, has offered to give the
Government S4,OOO,OOO, and loan it
c.JO OOO OOO
The Carrollton sun. (City of Carrollton, Parish of Jefferson, La.) 185?-1???, 1861-04-24
Notarial Notice.

yyyHE Undersigned respectfully informs his
f;cndo and tES public, that he has been
r6-app6inted a NOTARY PUBLIC, IN ana
fastbe Parish of Jefferson, by His EXceuency
4 Governor T. Q. Moore; that his ounce Is at
/, ,ae Council Hall, in Camollton, and thst "'i
Notaral Business Will be promptly a.l'i"'''
\, AZ. "A ,7,,i,,le, ne charges made therefor,
y = t 80 C. C. PORTER.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1861-03-23
HIGHLY IMPORTANT NEWS.
NJ. G. GEARHART,
Has returned with a new Stock Of
Nnnf..x:nx.-;1. E~r.& "a Tac.

Has returned with a new Stock Of
Confectionaries, Fruit and Toys.
TTseem as if a new age, new life was open.
ing upon us, animating every heart to nober
deeds and higher aims! Art, Literature and Sci
ence will glow anew and seek to develope sub.
liner beauties and grander conception.
The business world too must feel the new in.
fluence and every part be quickened and strength.
ened by an increased vitality, which shall urge
Us on with electric speed to the contamination
of greater things than was ever dreamed Of in the
Philosophy of the past.
Animated by the enthusiasm which prevades
all classes, and desirous OF doing his share to-
wards "The great events of the Age the sub
scriber would respectfully inform the good peo'
pie of SUNBURY and the public generally, tha,
he has just returned from the city Of Philadel
phia with the largest and choicest stock Of Con
dictionaries, Fruit and Toys that has ever been
brought to this section of country. He is also
manufacturing all kinds OF Coniectionariea, &c.
fill up orders, wholesale or retail, at short no.
tce.
Among his stock Of Confectionaries, may OF
found
French Secrets, Gum Drops. all kinds Of scent
Burned Almonds Love Drops,
Cream White, Mint Drops, red aud white,
" Lemon Jelly Cakes,
Rose, Fruit Drops,
Vanilla, Stick Candies, OF all scents
Common Secrets Rock Candy,
Liquorice, Almond Candy,
FRUIT.
Bananas Prunes,
Dates, Figs,
Currants dried, Curons
Almonds, Rssons, Nuts Of all kinds
LEMON SYRUP
of superior quality, by the single or dozen. A
superior quality of Segars and Tobacco, and
variety of Coniectionaries, fruit, Toys, &c. all o
which is offered cheap at wholesale or retail.
IL Remember the name and place. -
NJ. G.. GEARHART,
Market ST., 8 doors west Of E. Y. Bright & Son.
| store.
Sunburv, April Ia, l960.--ly
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1861-03-23

vanla.
Apothecores, Druggists, Grocers and Private Families.
wofe's Pure Cognac Brandy.
Wufe's Pure MADEIRA, Sherry and Port Vine
Woe's Pure Jamaica and 81. CroiS Rum.
Woie's Pure Scotch and Irish Whisky.
ALL IN BOTTLES.
beg leave to call the attention Of the citizens Of the
United State the above Wines and Liquors, imported
by uDoLrBo WOLFE. of New York, whose name is fain
liar IN every part OF this country for the purity Of his cee
braed schedam schnapps Mr.. Wolfe, in his letter to
speaking Of the purity of his Wines and Liquors. says
81 VIII stake my reputation man, my standing Ms
merchant OF thirty yearss residence in the City Of New
York; that all the Brundy and Wines which bottle ate
pure imported and Of the best quality and can be relied
upon by every purchaser Every bottle has the propre
orsnnme on the wax, anda fac sme Of his signature on
the certificate The public respectfully invited to c1
and examine for themselves The public respectfully
invited to call and examine for themselves For sab at
Retail by all Apothecaes and Grocers in Philadelphia.
GEORGE II ASHTON, No. s32 Marketst Phila.
Read the following from the New York Courier
ESoRMous BUSINESS FOR ONE NEw YORK MERCHANT
We are happy to inform fellOw-cZens that there
one place IN our city where the physician apothccy,
and c!untry merchant can go and purchase pure Wines
and Liquors, pure imported, and Of the best quality
We do not intend to give elaborate description OF this
meichanrs extensive business although VIII well eray
any stranger citizen to visit Udopho Wolfes extensive
warehouse Nos 49, 20 and % Beaver street. aud Nos IL
l9ani2l, Marketheld street His stock of Schapps
hand ready for shipment could not have been less than
thirty thousand cases; the Brandy, ten thousand
cases-Vntages of 1886 to 1855 and ten thousand
of MADEIRA, Sherry and Port Wine, Scotch aud Irish
Whisky, Jamaica and ST. Croix Rum, very old and
equal any in this untry He also hnd three large cell
lars, filled with Brandy, Wine &c IN casks, sndef Gus
tom House key, ady for botting Mr.. Woe's sales OF
Schnapps last year amounted hundred and eighty
thousand joze and hope less than two he may
| be equally successful with his Brandes nnd Wines.
His business merits the patronage of every lover OF his
species. Private families who wish pure Wines and Ii
quors for medical should send their orders direct to
MI WoLF, until every Apothecary in the land make ny
their minds to discard the stuff from their shelves
and replace it with WoIFE's pure Wines und Liquors
We understand Mr.. Wolfe, for the accommodation o
small dealers in the country, puts up assorted cases
| wines and Liquors. such man, and such merchant
should be sustained against his tens ofhouspds of oppo
nens in the United States, who sell nothing but limitations
ruinous alike IN human health and happiness.
For Sale by GEORGE BRIGHT Agent, Sunbury, Pa
| Srntpmber 1850
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1861-03-23
HEGEM AN & COS
CORDIAL ELIXIR OF

. A l. l 5 A Y a B A II X
Prepared only by HEGEMAN CO., Wholesale and
Retail Chemists and Druggists, l6i 800, 5lI and 7So
Broadway, New York.
THE virtues Of PERUVIAN BARK as a Tonic have
L been too long known to need comment.
The CALlSAfA A cor Kings Bark, ,n) Is the most yau.
able OF the numer bus vaetes Of the Peruvian Bark and
IN The ELIXIR IL combined with other ingredients that
increase It's efficacy and at the time overcome the
dial. ~
For persons living in FEVER and AGUE districts il
WIN be found invaluable az preventive Half of Wine
glass u taken night and morning rendering the system
phere. ~
DIRECTIONs-Dose for an admit half N xirsg,a,-
iu before breakfast and dinner children from one to two
teaspoons full ii may be taken with OF without little
water w
For sale at this Office.
March II, 1861
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1861-03-23

FREEBURG ACADEMY.
'ENHE FALL TERM Of the present year was
Il opened on Tuesday, the 10th of October
ult
Board of Instructors.
Rev. j. X. MIlet Principal and Instructor in
Ancient Languages and English.
Literature.
II. s. Boyer. Associate. and Instructor in Math-
matics Natural Sciences, Book Keeping, &c
Assisted by able and experienced teachers
The course of Instruction embraces all the
branches usually taught in Primary, Academical
and Classical Departments.
The government Of this Institution is mild
but firm, and all students are required to be-
diligent and obedent.
Expenses.
Boarding, room with furniture, per
week, Sl,50 to S., rs
Tuition per Quarter, $500 800
Drawing, Painting, Music, French, Practical
Surveying, &c, extra.
Students admitted at any time during the
Quarter.
For further particulars, address,
J. X MILLET,
FreebuTg, Snyder county, Pa.
Freeburg, November 3. 1860.
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CENTRAL HOTLL..
sUNBURY, northumberland County, r.

GUNBURY, northumberland County, r.
vsNIIIS large aud commolous Hotel, now
Il managed Is JAMES VAN DYKE. 1t
is situate at the Railroad Depot North Las.
corner Of Market Square. Sudbury. sud at
the terminus Of the Sunbury 4 ntie and North.
crn Central Gaiiroods, and is open for the accom-.
rnodiiion Of Travellers and the public in general
The proprietor will give his exclusive atten-
ton totte comfort and convenience Of hie guests
sad is de- crmined TO make this establishment
rank among the first in the State.
His table will lie supplied with the Scst the
market can produce having the advantage Of
daily Communication by cars direct from Bslti.
more, and also from those bringing produce from
.Ae surrounding country.
His bar will be supplied with the puEes. liquors
the market can produce
Careful and obligng servants always in a
tendance.
New and commodious stablng has just been
euded to the premises.
a share Of the local sud travelling communit'
is most respectfully solicited.
Sunbury, Januorv l2, 1851
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1861-03-23

>RlLlNG 4 GRANT have Just received by
railroad the largest assortment of QUEENS
WARE and GLASSWARE ever brought TO
Sunbnry. Also fresh supply Of DRY GOODS,
consisting of Spring Drcss Goods. Prints. Mus.
lns and Notions arr 2. 1850