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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

our planters have commenced grinding
their cane yet, but we understand j
number will begin during the coming
week. Among those who have com
menced we hear mentioned Mr.. A. j..
Sharp of Bayou Lafourehe.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

"A special meeting of the parish
School Board was held at the Court
House Wednesday, at which Pierre
Landry was elected president of the
Board vice E. w. Mason, left the
State. See the proceedings in another
column.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

By resolution of the School Board,
the public schools of the parish will
remain closed until the present in
debtedness Of the Boards cancelled. A
wise move, although the circumstances
which prompted it are unfortunate for
the school interest.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

We were pleased to welcome in our
Office yesterday morning the genial
countenance Of P. G.. Smith, Esq. Of
St. James, father of Tax Collector
Smith of this parish.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

A. L. DossAuD, ESQ, is hereby invested
with the necessary authority to conduct tho
business department OF the CHIEF until fur
ther notiee. L. E. BENTLEY, Prop'r.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

The editor Of the CHIEF has been
commissioned member of the Board
of School Directors for this parish.
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i
The town Of Donaldsonyil lc Is situated
on the Mississippi riyer. rs niles from, Nov
Orleans By water, 60 miles hy rail, and di-
! rectly at the source Of Bayou Latourche,
which Is q large and impo Of tant afiuent Of the
Mississippi, narigab1e nine months ii the
year for steamboats,, the remaining thfe0
months for fatboats, and which pnsses
through one Of the richest and most fertile
sugar 1oducing regions Of the South. Don
Jacksonville is the commercial centre Of an
extensive radius Of fertile country, enioyiux
daily communication with tho Soutletn mo-
tropolis both by railroad aud steamboat d, and
is q thriving town Of constantly increasing
size and business impor lance. IA 3. 49,. 81
In such town is the CHIEF published.
and its devotion to the interests If the COM
munity has gained for it d degree Of popu.
larity and . circulation. which arc very graft
flying to the conductor, and which render it
an invaluable medium for advertisers, both
local aud foreign, who desire to address
themselves to the people Of this section
What gives additional value to the scHfEr
and commenGs it the more both to the I'd
yertising and reading portion Of the public, ii
the fact that it has been designated bY tho
proper authorities & IA
Official Journal Of the Parish Of Ascension
and Town Of Donaldsonville,
and in its columns will appear the proceed
ings Of the Police Jury, School Board, and
Common Council, and all official notices and
advertisements pertaining to the Parish Of
Ascension or Corporation Of D0naldsonville.
This Journal will be a constant source Of !
reliable political and general information,
and each issue viii contain fair amount or
editorial matter upon topics Of the most IN
teresting nature.
Especial attention win be given to the do
partment0f home news, and among tbs
LOCAL JOTTINGSs
will always be found an account Of transpir-
ing events in the Town Of Donalaisonv lille ind
Parish of Ascension.
In a word, it has been and wiz continue to ]
be the earnest effort Of the publisher to mako
the CHIEF
First-Clnss Neuspapeir,
and a welcome visitor to every household in
the laPd where it is received
# you desire such . paper, send three dol
lars for a years, or one dollar and fifty cents
for six months subscription to the
Dona1dspnvflIe Chief:
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

A Greeley and Brown meeting viii
be held in the third ward next Satur-
day evening. A good attendance is
desired as the Supervisor of Registra-
ton will be present for the purpose of
registering all persons who have not
had opportunity to secure certificates.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Wilkinson will accept our thanks
for newspaper favors. This gentle
manly caterer to the public literary
taste still keeps on hand a complete
supply Of newspapers, books, periodi-
calls, stationery, ETC., and the patron
age bestowed upon him is evidence
that his efforts are not unappreciated !.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

The Ascension Brass Band will be
at the New River barbecue on Thurs
day next.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Mr.. I. E. Woods of this town has
lost diamond pin. for the recovery
of which he offers fifty dollars reward.
See the advertisement elsewhere.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Mr.. J. d. Hebert Of New River in
forms us that from three fourths of an
acre Of sugar cane he asrealized one
logshead Of sugar and four barrels Of
syrup.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Distinguished orators from New Or.
leans will attend the New River bar
becue Thursday.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

We learn that Hon. Z. W. Mason,
Parish Judge Of Ascension, has for
war,led his resignation of that posi-
ton from New York, and does not
contemplate returning here. Mr.. R.
2. Landry is spoken Of as his success
sor, and his appointment would be a
.judicious one.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19
LOCAL JoTrINas.

Sec advertisement of town lots for
sale. For particulars apply to R. n.
Sims, Esq.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

The trolling season" is just OPEN
ing, and soon the rising smoke can be
seen emerging from tall sugar-house
chimneys in all directions. But few of
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The Greeley and Brown meeting at
Richardson's school house, first ward,
last Saturday night was well attended,
though there was q dearth of speakers
to address it. Mr.. r. n. Sims and
DR.. Edward Dnffel were present, how
ever, and by their efforts in the ora
toiical line served at least to main
tain the warm feeling for the good
cause which exists in the first ward.
We are glad to find the colored men
of that section of the parish so willing
to attend the Greeley and Brown
meetings, and experience some relief
from the long, monotonous tale of
Grant and bogus Republication that
has been for months ding donged into
their ears by place hunters who seek
their votes. If appearances do not
deceive us greatly, the people of the
first ward, both colored and white,
will not be bound too closely by par
ty ties on election day, but will cast
their ballots for the candidates who
will best fulfil the duties Of the offices
to which they aspire. This is as it
should be.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

This has been week Of delightful
weather. The days have been Of that
comfortable temperature which is nei-
ther too hot nor too cold, and the
nights resplendent with tire light Of
the moon and myriads Of glittering
stars. The rain of last week and sub
sequent cool dry weather have done
much to raise the hopes of the sugar
planters, and indications of coed
yield from the cane are every day in-
creasing.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Next Saturday, the 18th Of the pres
ent month, at 12 o'clock NJ, the SUI
pervisor of Registration will close his
Office at the Donaldsonyille Court
House, and visit the rear or brulee
portion of the third ward, in order to
give the citizens of that secluded To-
calitt opportunity to register. Every
body interested will please take notice,
and inform their neighbors.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19
Dorraloso,lo Chief.
OFFICIAL DIRECTORY.
Parish Of Ascension.

Parish Of Ascension.
E. W. Mason, Parish Judge,
John D. Cantey,.. Clerk Of the Court
Chas. A. Younger, 49,. Recorder,
ROdolph Brand, Secretary,
Felix Reynaul, Treasurer,
Charles +. Smith, Tax Collector,
Christian Kline, Sheriff,
Charles n. Lewis, Chief Constable
DoSALDsoNvILLE CH1Er, Official Journal.
POLICE JURORS.
r. r. Hanson, President,
Dumini Leblanc, Austin Duncan,
Drausin Trope, ]. A Braud.
SCHOOL BOARD.
E. w Mason, President,
Rodolph Braud, Pierre Landry,
e. H. Hill, Charles +. Smith,
James M. Bryan, Charles n. Lewis.
Town Of Donaldsonville.
F.. w. Mason, Mayor,
Edw. N. Pugh, Attorney,
It. A Franklin, Physician,
w. G. Wilkinson, Secretary,
Christian Kline, Treasurer,
Frederick Febb, Assessor,
1sierre Landry Collector,
Linden =. bentley, Printer,
r. j. Duke, Wharf Master,
II. U. Maher, -.--C Constable.
ALDERAEN.
Frederick Duffel, Jos. Burbridgc, lot Ward.
Charles +. Smith, Robert Noel, .2l.d
Felix Leblanc, Joseph Johnson, 3rd
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Capt Dalferes is about to enter the
Bayou Lafourcl,e and New Orleans
trade again with his fine little steamer
Henry Tete. The Tetc viii leave New
Orleans, commencing next week,
every Monday evening at S o'clock
and Friday morning at 10, running
only to the mouth Of the bayou dur
ing the season Of low water. The APP
pearance of the popular steamer will
be welcomed with much satisfaction
by the numerous friends Of her popu-
lar commander and his assistant Off
GERS.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Mr.. Henry Hether, proprietor of
the Magnolia House, has opened an
oyster saloon upon Mississippi street,
opposite Rybiski's drug store, and is
now prepared to serve the delicious
Mvalye i'll the highest style Of the art
to any and all persons who may see
fit to patronize his new establishment.
Mr.. Hether has fitted up his saloon in
neat and pretty style, and ladies and
gentlemen will find it a pleasant place
of resort when they feel like indulging
in feast of oysters.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

The cry is, still they come" That
is, the customers are still crowding
into Marx Israers sore and making
such selections as suit their various
tastes from among his splendid stock
of dry goods, hosiery, laces, boots and
shoes, hats and caps, saddlery, grocer
les, ETC., etc. Mr.. Israel never loses
sight Of the fact that in "quick sales
and small profits" lies the first ele-
ment of success, and he acts accord
ingly.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

The first nine Of the Burnside Base
Ball Bah Club will play their initial
match game tomorrow with picked
nine Of Assumption players at the town
OF Napoleonville. The members of the
nine are requested to meet at the
Courthouse tomorrow morning, at
8 o'clock sharp, SO that an early start
for Napoleonville may be made. We
hope the employers of young men be-
longing to the nine will find it con-
venient to give them a holiday in or
der that the Burnside boys may pre-
sent their best material upon the oc-
casion of their first game with strang-
ers. Success to the Burnside!
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DONALDsONVILLE, La,

Saturday, October 10, 1872.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

A grand Greeley and Brown mass
meeting and barbecue will be held at
the, Dutch stores, eighth ward, on
Thursday >pext, commencing at IL NJ.
A large attendance and a good time
are expected. A number Of prominent
speakers from Donaldsonville, accom-
panied by the Ascension Brass Band,
viii be on hand to edify the New
River denizens with eloquent speeches
and enlivening music. This barbecue
will be tie event of. the campaign in
the New River district.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19
ADYERTISEMENTS
REGISTRATION.

NOTICE is hereby given that the Office Of
IN the Supervisor of Registration for the
parish Of Ascension will be opened ut the
COURTHOUSE, Donaldsonvifle, Oh
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1872-10-19

Frederick Duffel; JOS Burbridgc, lot Ward.
Charles +. Smith, Robert Noel, -2l.d
Felix Leblanc, Joseph johnson, Bird
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18
1)Gaths.

On the Sth inst, MARY LODIMMA, daughter
of VIM V. and Maria SycrwooG, aged Is years,
month and II days.
At Hcrnlnn, Pa, on the G0th of April, MARY
T.. NORAH PETER, aged years, 3 months
aud 20 days.
At Trevorton. Pa, on the 18th of April,
MAsBERRY, aged 10 years, months and
20 days,
At Trcvoron, Pa, on the 9th of April, JOHN
I. EilrON, aged years, months ana days.
In Jefferson county, on the 18th inst, GEO.
G. MILLER, aged about - years.
The deceased was well known in this COM
muni,y as teacher1n our. public schools, and
ateiy taught the high school at Northumberland.
lie studied law with 5. Nalicli, ESQ, OF this
place, and was ready 10 be admitted, but that
dreaded disease, consumption, contracted in the
army-wLcre he done valuable seryiccs-had
made such iDrond upon his system that be was
compelled to return to his home, few months
ago, where it proved fatal. Mr.. Miller was an
exemplary young man aud leaves a large circle
of friends in this vicinity.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18
BRUTUs.
business Notices.

THE YoRKs property for sale cheap, corner of
Second and Race streets and Hunt property, in
Frilirg's addition. for 81 200. Inquire of A. y.
Brce, sunbury,SPn. Es.r
DOLLY Warden is all tho rage, but we have
not seen that there has been any Dolly Warden
suits introduced for gentlemen. Thos. G. Mott
consnues 10 make up the best styled suits now
worn and orders are constantly coming in from
abroad. At all the large gatherings we notice
Motifs suits have been admired above all others.
DEALERS in Hats and Caps, will and s. Faust g
establishment on Market street. one of the best
to purchase at wholesale prices. His hats are
principally his own manufacture, and viii be
found fashionable and durable. The prices
range lower than In the city.
With all due Difference to everybody we beg
leave TO inform the people of Sunbury ana sur
rounding country, that VIC are now prepared
with nice assortment of goods to supply their
wants at the very lowest prices. With all be-
coming modcsty we would call your attention to
our reputation for good goods mt the lowest
prices, fair and honorable dealings with every
one. No Misrepresentation to effect sales; al
though ABOUT the last to bring Spring and Sum
mcr goods, we mean to sell thsm at such prices
as will guarantee the sale of our goods. Call
and be convinced that Fryling's Mammoth Store,
Market Square, next door TO the Court House, is
the place for bargains. .......
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18
Communicated.
P..W. GRAY, Clerk,

MrssRs. EDIToRs The Convention of North
umbgr,dni District, |. o. of @. T., has been aud
|. over What good results have followed its
sessions time will tell. True, there were not as
many delegates present rs were expected, bat
those who were present, in connection with The
members of Lodge No. 9j& who were allowed
all the privilege, Of dcesates with the exception
Of voting, seemed To take an Interest in the work.
The convention was called 10 order AT eight
O'Clock Tuesday evening, by the District De-
putty, who appointed brother Curtis, of Cata-
wssa Lodge, ". Z. T.. of the convention. After
the opening ode was sung aud prayer offered 10y
brother Eyer, of the NJ. L. church, the conNen-
tion was declared ready for business. Minutes
of previous convention read and approved.
On motion, the chaplain delivered n short and
interesting address of welcome, which was re-
sponded to by brother Curtis.
The different lodges reported, by their dele
gates, their standing Cltawissa lodge reported
li3 members in good stInding. emitting her to
be called the banner lodge of the district.
On motion, box to receive questions having
a bearing or the temperance cause WAS placed on
/ the altar, aud after the questions were written
and deposited the box WAS opened, aud questions
read and answered by different members. The
| question "does a member violate his obligation
by eating mince pie,p elected quite a number OF
/ replies, and it was decided in the affirmative
! still this will not prevent members from eating
! the same.
was glad to notice among the delegates,
| brother Stephen Baldy, OF Catawissa, whose
| gray hairs and venerable appearance added an
/ additional interest to the convention. Mr. Badly
/ has been a prominent member of the different
orders of temperance in Columbia county, and
bids fair to out-liye many members who are
! younger. May he live many years 10 see his eff
! FORTS in respect TO temperance reform, crowned
! with success, and when he il called to pass away
may many bless his name and revere his memory
The Local Option bill was Introduced ana ar
gued, by delegates and others, in regard to its
eonsttutionality or uneonstitutonaty. Time
however, did not permit many lengthy argu
! ments, ana the assertion tha. lawyers work fol
money and have no consciences, was refuted by
members of the profession. The remarks on all
! the questions tended to eniven the seemingly
dull proceedings.
On Wednesday afternoon G. W. c. T. S. B
Chase, having arrived, by request he instructed
the members in the unwritten work Of the order
and made some pertinent remarks in regard tC
| brother Roberts, whose death occurred som'
time ago. In the evening the lodge met at tn,
hall, and after being appropriately dressed II
the regaia of the order, and their number In
creased by the arrival of Visiting members from
shamokin, headed by the G. w. @. Templar anC
The officers of the lodges, proceeded in procession
! TO the NJ. Z. Chu ch. The opening ode wa
sung bv-the order, after which the temper
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18

TIE many friends Of Mr. W. Eimmcwrigbt
Will rcgrc! to learn that he has rendered his re-
s!gua.ion rs teller in the First National Bank OF
Suubury, on account Of ill-hcnlth. Mr.. IIimmcl-
wight has held that position for some years to
the satisfaction Of all who are connected with
that institutou and by his CORRECTNESS ana strict
attention to business, has -:ained the friendship
oF all who bai occasion to come in contact with
him. We learn thtt he intends emblrhinE in
Jhe lumber blEi-ess at LeNi,hErE, Pa, where
we hope to see hi. health soon restored, and
that he may meet with great success in his new
enterprise.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18
TO THE syFEERING.

The Rev. William II. Norton while residing
land of medicines u remedy for CONSUMPTION,
SCRoFULA, SORE THROAT, CouGus, COLDS.
ASTHMA, AND NERVOUS WEAKNESS. This rem
edy has cured myself after all other medicines
had failed.
Wishing TO benefit the suffering. | will send
the recipe Tor preparing aud using this remedy to
all who desire il FREE OF CHARGE.
Please send an envelope, with your name aud
address on il. Address,
Rev. WILLIAM II. NORTON,
C7G BROADWAY.
Oct. 14lS7i.--ly. New YORK CRY,
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18

It is not necessary to take handful Of these
Pills to produce the desired effect two of them
act quickly and powerfully, cleansing the Liver,
Stomach aud Bowels of all impurities. The
principal ingredient is PodOphyllin, or the Alec.
holic Extract of Mandrake, which is by many
times more powerful, acting and searching than
the Mandrake itself. It's peculiar action is upon
the Liver, cleaning il speedily from all obstrue-
tions, with all the power nf Mercury, yet free
from the injurious results attached 10 the use OF
that mineral.
For all diseases, in which the use of a cathar-
tic is Indicated these pills will give entire salts.
faction in every case. hey never fail.
In cases of Liver Complaint, Dyspepsia and eN-
treme oostiveness, DIR. lloonand's German Bit
tiers or Tonic should be used in connection with
the Pills. The tonic effect of the Bitters To-
nic builds up the system. The btters or Tonic
purifus the Blood, strengthens the Nerves, regu-
lates the Liver, and gives strength, energy and
yigor.
Keep your Bowels active with the Pills, and
tone up the system with Bitters or Tonic, and no
disease can retain the hold, or even assail you.
Recolect that II is DIR. HOOFLANDS GER
MAN Remedies that are so universally used ana
highly recommended and. do not allow the
Druggist to induce you To take anything else
that he may say is Just as good because Ire
makes a larger profit on it. These Remedies viii
be sent by Express to any locality. upon applica-
tion to the PRINCIPAL OFFICE, at the GER
MAN MEDICINE STORE, 63I ARCH ST,
PHILADELPHIA.
CHAS. NJ. EVANS, Proprietor.
Formerly c. NJ. jackson q Co. These Rene
dies are for Sale by Druggists, stcreksesrers. ard
Nedf rivT N-r'rri evNrvghcTe.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18

FIRE AT TREyoD roN.--Oa MONDAY evening
last, about 10 O'Clock, fire was discovered in the
store room 0: JOHN Crmpbe!,, IN The town Of
Trevortou, this county. Befur. assistance game
the fire had saiaoI such heaiwny that but little
of the goods could be saved. The building to-
sc.l7r ~th nearly all the goods was consumed.
From this building the nie communicated with
the splendid resiience or W. Deppin. Esq, and
Construed The entire bddiug ana oGla1uses. At
this juucture several adjoinin: buildings were
torn down to prevent further conHagraiion.
We have not heard the particulars as 10 the rro-
babe losses, but are informed that they fall
heavily upon those whose property Was destroyed.
The fire is supposed to have been the work Of an
iucendiary as an attempt had been made 10 break
into the store night or two previous.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18

SOLDIERS, RALLY a mass meeting of the
soldiers will be h,ll in the ENGINE House Hall,
on sAta-lty evening", May 18th, at "a O'Clock,
TO take .,!ion ia reference to the erection oG Il
County Soldiers Monument, in Market Square.
Let all come who desire TO ho.l in remembrance
shc memory Of those who fell in our conniry's
service, ,.ud 20 sist IN erecting suitable shaft
to their memory. Be ol hand promptly at tbs
Aopr named.
4. \. Bcice, J.. ]. Smith, D. c. pissinget, c. j
Fox, Heber Painter, 5. IL. Knowios, L. II. kasc
C. B. Cadwailader, j. f. Torrington, Jacol
Keefer, T. S. shannon, ana others.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1872-05-18
H0Ofland's German Bitters.

\ Bittcrs without Alcohol or Spirits Of any kind
Isdilcrcnt from all others. 1t is composed Of
the pure Juices. or VITAL Pi,INCIITE OF RooTs,
HEEnS and Banks, Cor as incidentally termed EX.
racts,) the worthless or inert portions of the IN
gradients not being used. Therefore in one hot
tie Of this Buffers there is contained as much me.
dicai yitue as will be found IN several gallons ol
ordinary mixtures The Roots, Re-, used in this
Bitters are grown IN Germany. their vital prnei
pies extracted ir that country hya :cic1:tfc Che
mist, and Forwarded to the mnuufactory IN this
city, where they are compounded and bottled.
Containing no spirtnon Ingredients, this litters
l. ircc from the objections urged against all 9TH
crs no desire for stimuIants can be inanced
from their use; they cannot make drunkards,
and cannot, under any circumstances, have any
brupiifiol