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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11
Proceedings of the
Board of School Directors,
Parish of Ascension.
d 'sA Aon "a -N'-As
SPECIAL MEETING.

At o special meeting of the School Board
held in Donaldsonville ca the 9th day of No
vember, ISL
Members PRESENT.. W. Mason, President;
Rodolph Braud, Secretary; 2. Landry, G..
n. Lewis, j. NJ. Bryan, G. III. Hill. y
Absent--C. f. Smith.
The minutes of the last meeting were
read and approved.
Mr.. C. n. Lewis reports that the schools of
his ward are liz fourishing condition.
There are about ninety Or ninety-five chill
dren attending school, who are progressing
rapidly; but the school houses need Ere
places and some other little repairs.
Mr.. G. II. Hill makes the following report:
:" I have bat one school in my ward (which is
fairly attended to. The parents make no
complaints of the teacher
Mr. P. Landry reports as follows: 81 l have
visited the school of my district twice, and
found everything in good order"
The President appointed the following
Finance Committee to examine all the claims
against the School Board, ana make their
report at the next regular meeting:
Rod. Braud, G. \. Lewis and J. NJ. Bryan.
The claim Of Mr Hudnen fog $66 90, che
claim Of Ny. Calligah fos Ss75 90, J. P. New
sham, $40 90, and p. 4. Jones for S2a 90,
were referred to the Finance Committee.
On motion of M. p. Landry;
RESOLVED, Thai che Public Schools be sts-
pended until the first Of January, 1872,
Mr.. 6. n. Lewis in the chair.
On motion of e. w. Mason, the following
amendment TO the above motion is offered:
Reselsed, That the public schools Of the
parish of Ascension be suspended from the
first of December until the first of February,
1872.
Carried.
On motion Of Mr. Bryan:
Resoiced, That this Board sustains Mr..
Theodore Lott in his endeavogs to maintain
discipline in his school, and that his action
be approved.
Carried.
On motion, duly seconded, Mr. @. II. Xiii
is authorized to purchase stove pipe and
window-glass 20 fix up the school house Of
his ward, and present the bill FOX the same to
the Board, provided she amount will not
exceed $40 90,
The following bills we1o approved by the
Board:
For Rent of School House. $50 90
- Z" '' - IS . 20 90
A bill OF ?. Landry for Expenscs--.. 5 90
&. ii. Hill t" 49, i so
O., motion, duly seconded, the BOARD
adjourned sias die.
Signed: E. w. MASON, President.
a srue copy: Ron. BRAUD, Secretary.
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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

We would respectfully suggest 10
the Common Council that it would be
good idea to change the names of a
number of the town streets, and
bestow upon them expectations more
in accordance with the times in
which we live. Most of our thorough
fares are invested with titles that
would puzzle photographer to spell
and break the jaw of Hottentot to
pronounce correctly,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

The Baton Rouge Grand Era pays
us compliment which we little ex-
pected from such source, hence APP
preciate it the more highly:
ANOTHER BATTERY.-We are glad
to recognize in the Chief, published at
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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Last Sunday evening, for some lit
tie proyocation, one Fisher, whose
first name is unknown to lis, took
it upon himself to strike Auguste
Voisin q blow III the face with his
fist. Voisin gave war whoop,
jumped about four feet in the air,
rushed at Fisher with lowered head,
butting that individual with terrible
force square in the stomach, and lay
him upon his back about ten feet off.
Fisher slowly raised himself, gazed
bewildered around, smiled a pensive
smile, and got up and walked thought
fully away, a sicker if not better
man.
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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

1t rained Wednesday night, conse-
.quently Cabahanosse street was in a
fearful condition Thursday, and per-
sons compelled to walk to therailroad
found the task an unenviable one.
An elevated plank walk should be
built on this street to the railroad
depot, for the convenience of passen-
gers. When this is done and the
Town Council improves the street,
we will be satisfied until a railroad
Tor horse cars is built
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

By reference to the proceedings Of
a special meeting of the Parish Board
of School Directors, published in this
issue, it will be seen that the public
schools of the parish viii be closed on
the first of December next, to be
.reopened ON the first of February,
1872.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Stephen Taylor and Joe Lewis,
both colored, INDUCED in a rough and
tumble quarrel SUNDAY evening, for
which breach of the peace they were
arrested on the following day. Judge
Robert Turner and Adam Travis
parted the combarants ind restored
peace and auiethess.
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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11
ADVERTISEMENTS.
Proceedings Of Common Council,
Town Of Donaldsonville.
REGULAR MEETING.

REGULAR MEETING.
CORPORATION OF DoNALDsoNvILLE, ,
Mayors Office, Nov. 6, 1871.
The Council met this day in regular session
at o'clock P. NJ
PRESENT. w. Mason, Mayor; Aldermen
Burbridge and Noel.
Absent-Aldermen Dufel, Smith, Leblanc
and johnson.
No quorum being present, the Council ad-
iourned sine die.
Attest Ew. MASON, Mayor.
A true copy:
VIC. WILKINSON, Secretary.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Hon. O. T. Hunsaker has returned
to his home in this parish from his
tour North in excellent health and
spirits. He was warmly welcomed by
his constituents.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Neighbor w G. Wilkinson, of news
depot notoriety, has received letter
from person who gives his name
as G.. H Dayton, and processes to be
located at Williamsburgh, New York,
kindly offering to send package of
counterfeit notes :" all perfect fac
SMILES Of greenbacks and national
bank noJes i'm amount $3.50, upon
the receipt of SJ5 cash by express.
This remarkably philanthropic indi-
vidual viii send larger amounts of
his beautiful stock in trade for CORES
pondingly Observation-Disclosures OF
Uncle Sam's genuine greenbacks, and
will give the patent right for the
State to an active and jealous agent.
We do not thus notice the swindler
as a warning to those who might
be prore to accept his liberal offer,
for anyone who would be so dishonest
as to seek to traffic in counterfeit
notes would deserN e TO lose his money,
as he certainly will do if he entrusts
it to the tender mercies of G. H. Day
ton, Esq, Williamsburgh, New York,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

From casual statements of several
citizens we think it probable there an,
a number of suspicious characters in
town awaiting chance to commit h
burglary. 1t is to be hoped that THE
proper authorities will be on tile
alert.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

The new Jewish synagogue is being
rapidly completed, and will be an
ornament to Cabahanosse street A
small belfry or steeple would add
greatly to it's comeliness. )
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

The marked Improvement in the
editorial tone of the Leader week
before last was owing to the absence
of the regular editor. A glance at the
last issue at once satisfied us that hi
had returned to his post. /
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

In returning thanks last week to
Mr.. l.. Dominique for bundle of
fine sugar-cane, we spelled his name
incorrectly, for which We beg his
pardon.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

J The commanding officer OF the
favOTite coast steamer Henry Tete
is continually doing something to in
crease his already immense popularity
and prove himself more than ever
worthy the good name ne has acquired
for being ever ready t"perform some
good Office for others, even though
forced thereby to Inconvenience him
self. Thursday morning the submar-
inc boat lying alongside the sunken
. Hampton on the opposite side of the
river, sounded five whistles as a sig
/ nal for aid. The LIZZIE Hopkins was
Esteaming around the landing in front
of town, but failed to answer the call.
This is the second tame she has distin-
grlished herself. Although the fires
under the boilers of the Henry Tete
were almost extinct, Capt, Dalferes
ordered the engineer to raise steam,
and as soon as this could be done he
crossed the river TO the aid of the
, submarine boat. There is no use for
us to waste further time praising the
action; IL speaks for itself.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

By diligent search the proceedings
ofthe regular monthly meeting of the
Common Council may be found in an
other column.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

We have had the usual amount of
weather this week 1t was mostly
pleasant neither too warm nor too
cool, until Friday, when GOODNESS
slightly predominated.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

WANTED AS MANA
w GER OF 4 PLANTATION. l have
been employed in the capacity of Manager
upon the plantation OF DIR. VIM. II. Ballard,
iii this parish, and can give She best of refer
ences as regards character and capability IL
required. Address,
SAMUEL w. STAFFORD,
4n4Wk Care of THE CHIEF.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Mr.. VIM. Hagins, of the fourth
ward, has informed us that the attend
ance of scholars at his school has
increased to ninety eight.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Wilkinson ratified of that unique
little locomotive last Tuesday, and
Mrs. E. N. Pugh was the holder of the
lucky number-3l.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Wilkinson has received some per-
fectly beautiful illustrated almanaes,
which add greatly to the manifold
attractions of his news depot Call
around and look at them
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Judge Mason left for New Orleans
Tuesday, in obedience to summons
to appear before the Supreme Court
and show cause why he refused I'll
grant an appeal in certain case in.
volving q large amount of property.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Conductor Bayley of the railroad
has placed us under obligations for
new favors.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Our kind friend Mr.. Chas. n. Lewis
has earned our gratitude for the well
come present of a basket of fine
pecans and oranges.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11
HENRY TETE.

Jos. Dalferes, master. ST. H. Landry, clerk.
Leaves Donaldsonville every TUESDAY,
THURSDAY and SUNDAY morning.
Returning, leaves New Orleans every MON
DAY, WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY at IL NJ.
Care, attention and satisfaction 70 ali is her
motto. FOR freight or passage apply on
board. u4tf
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

The citizens OF St. James express
much sympathy with Capt. Goddin
for the loss of the favorite Wade
Hampton.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

CoNsTANcY USEQUALLED.-"If ]
ever cease to love-" it viii be when
prize. is drawn with lottery ticket
sold by the ex-Secretary of State.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

The District Court opened Monday,
his honor Judge Il. Beauyais upon
the bench. As the Parish Judge had
been absent from the parish under a
leave of absence of sixty days, no
jury was drawn, consequently, after
ordering the drawing of q jury, the
judge declared the court adjourned
until Monday, the fourth day of
December next. On the following
day Hon. ]. w. Hunsaker, Parish
Judge, returned, and agreeably to the
order Of the District Court, jury of
forty eight members was drawn ac-
cording to law.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

The list of letters remaining in the
Post-ofice is republished this week.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

A friend informs us that there is o
question in litigation in the Parish
Court to test the validity of the SEN
tiaers claim as official journal of the
parish, there having been no new
contract filed since the dissolution of
the partnership of Bovee g. Bentley.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

The Parish Board of School Direc-
tors met last Saturday and adopted
resolutions for the building of school
houses in the first, fifth and sixth
wards. All the schools of the parish
are in full operation and well at
tended.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11
ST. JAMES ITEMS.

The Sheriff Is making new benches
for the Court room
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11
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DonaldsOnyiIle, La,
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the Town of Donaldsonville, in it's columns
will be found all proceedings OF the Common
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pertaining to the Corporation of Donaldson
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LOCAL JOTTINGS
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Parish of Ascension.
Besides the Local Jottings," there viii
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''ST. JAMES ITEMS"
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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

AS we have before mentioned, the
Sentinel in a recent issue threatens
Governor Warmoth with the wrath of
Hon. Joseph Wittgensteip. What a
terrible calamity awaits his excel
lency. This is the most cruel Of MI
the departures
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11
Holm NJ. CROWLEY,
L a IT f h

Tri-Weekly New Orleans & Donaldson,
vile Packet.
Cunning the Coast both ways ia daylight
The fine and fast passenger steamer
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11

Dark rumors are floating about i'll
regard to the quality of those notori-
GUS "three for Il dime Z" mackerel at
the Sentinel store. A medical friend
assures us upon his honor as pro-
fessional man they smell like d posi-
morton examination, and TO Judge
from the large numbers OF turkey
buzzards that daily infest the vicinity,
those carnivorOus birds are Of the
same opinion. .. There is something
rotten in +" the mackerel barrel.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-11-11
LOCAL JOTTINGS.

No Parish Court this week.