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Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
Reduced Representation.

The recent session of the Legisla-
ture reduced the number of repre-
sentatives in the House from one
hundred and twenty to ninety-twc.
Senatorial representatives remain,
as now, at So. Following are the
changes:
First ward, parish of Orleans, is
reduced from two Representatives
to one.
Third ward, from three to two.
Sixth ward, from two to one.
Seventh ward, from 3 to-.
Tenth ward, from 3 to- 2.
Ascension is reduced from two
Representatives. to one.
Assumption, from . to 1.
East Baton Rouge, from 3 to-.
Bossier, from . to1.
Caddo, from 3 to ..
Claiborne, from 2to1.
Concor1ia, from = to l..
DeSoto, from . tOl.
West Feliciana, from 9 tof.
Iberia, from > toll.
Iberville, from > toI.
Jefferson, from . to /.
Madison, from . to1.
Morehouse, from . to1.
NatchitOches, from 3 to2.
Ouachita, from 2to1.
Plaquemines, from . to1.
POinte Coupee, from tol.
Rapides, from 3to2.
st. James, from 3 TO l..
st. Landry, from to 4.
Union, from > to |.
This Hales-a reduction of 2S
Representatives.
The Governor is authorized to
cansc census to be taken in the
LIST, Sd and 10th wards of Orleans.
and parishes Of claiborne, DeSoto,
Assumption, Madison, st. James
aud lbcrvillc, to ascertain whether
those districts are entitled to an addi
tIonal Representative, on the basis
OF ten thousand population. If EN-.
titled to such, the additional Rep.
rcscntativcs are to be elected in
November, also. But as no appro.
priation is authorized for taking the
census i'll those districts, we do not
see how it is going to be done, un.
less some patriot does it gratis.
EhEhteen Senators arc to be cleo.
ted next November, in addition to
the above ninety.two Representa-.
tivcs.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
The November Election.

| Whether they I've right or wrong in their
opinions one thing at present seems 10 be
certain tlrst the people are dissatisfied
with the work and the results of the fifth
Legislature. No great ~ the dissstisfsc
tnn that nothing short Of "a change almost
sweeping will satisfy. II is tr,r there are
single individuals who may l- returned
by their constituents, bat the f-7'orsel oI
the legislative body will, if we mistake
not I've greatly changed by tho November
election. II may be true IA Senator White
SAYS the hftb general assembly has accom-.
| ptished much in the way " reform, yet
even the most ordinary intellect will won.
der why niure was NOT accomplished when
they see how much tiuc va. taken mp
with mighty cn,lcavors To accomplish pet
~ things. That j. il all Legislators on
the Democratic side were patriotic, self
sacrificing men, anxious TO labor for the
public good.
Already the campaign looks as if il will
consist in attacks upon one sidc-cNcuses
on the other. The record Of reform legis-
lation is presented in an Apologize way:
$50 much Sood have We done hut We might
have done more This condition of af.
fairs is an unhappy ono. Is injurious to
the party and 10 the people.
Our leaders who propose TO conduct the
fall campaign to termination happy
alike for tho party and the State should
bear in mind that the conflict of apology
and aggrr--ivcn".- has usually but one
tcrminatiun--lef"at for the first.
Verify, an unhappy condition If public
affairs is presented for the consideration Of
the people Dissatisfied with their lcgis.
tators they do not wish their dissat sfaction
to include Gov. Nichols and the Others
of the administration. Disappointed in
tn" men they have chosen to help them
from their difficulties, they are not prrpar-
ed TO give any kind of support to the radl-
Gals who have brought upon them the
original evils.
There must he no division in our ranks.
There is no need for ccnsurc Of the State
lf the Legislature is re-
'ponshlc for the troublesome stat. in
which we find ourselves, let us elect new
men and better men. IL there il to hr
any dissension in our ranks let it he healed
by the nominating conventions.
We cannot Afford to go through the cam
paign with administration Democrats and
ant ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; constitutional con.
ventlnn Democrats and Democrats opposed
To n convention. With such divisions AZ
these We think it easy for that large and
troublesome minority of republicans that
lid 50 much tn rctard legislation, to do
still more toward defeating us in Novem-
Der. Whatever be- the issues that now III !
vide and agitate the Democracy, let them
he settled in some way, and let us 90 into
the campaign united upon ono vital point
to hold on To the victory gained 1.-TWO
years ago. and TO choose such men as will
improve that victory to the further adyan.
Iagc Of the whole people
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

The dispatches from Washington
10 the western press say that Uayes
IS not at all disturbed by the action
OF the Republican caucuses recently
held for the purpose. lie is regard.
Gu as so liked in his ways that it is
doubtful if the resolution adopted in
caucus requesting him to rescind the
order prohibiting government offic.
lals from participating in political
to him.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
A Cordial Invitation.

We extend n most cordial invitation TO
all persons ia attendance upon the Court
this week 10 give us . CALI The editor
publisher, aud others Of the staff are al
WAYS pleased to see their country friends
We glean from snch visits many ideas oi
practical benefit tn the community; learn
news from various qnarters of the parish
get facts about the crops, the candidate,
and the feelings Of the people, and AZ thu.
enabled to conduct our paper more under.
standingly and TO furnish greater quaint
ity Of local news. We know of many
persons in this parish who would like To-
subscribe for the GU,Rtr,S but ~ far have
neglected TO do 81. Ii any such are in
town this week let them give IA n call,
furnish IL, the le,eal news from their neigh
borhool, and subscribe for the paper
re any Of our readers have any criticisms
to offer upon our course we would like 10
hear them. II they are made honestly,
with no sinister purpose and are unohjec-
tionaI we will profit by them. We want
70 make the GUARDIAN the mouth piece Of
the honesty and intelligence OF the parish
Visit Ms therefore, say frankly what Nou
think of us and If wc are or have been
wrong we are willing to amend.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
Filing OF Tablcau of Dch,s

Estate Of j. S. Barrow. deceased
S'dft Of Losi'iana, Parish Of Claiborne.
NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN, That A.
~ W Barrow, Executor of said estate
mas TINS day filed in my office tablcan of
Now, Therefore, unless opposition I've
made hereto within the time prescribed Inv
Jaw the same will he allowed, homolorated
ana made Judgment Of the Court.
GlEen under my hand and official sea,
S On this the 2nd day Of April. A. ID,
April ?, ls7s 33. ~
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
McCRANIE'S NOTICE.

4 IL PERSONS INDEBTED To ME-
"A are hereby notified that have so,d M
entire stock Of goods, and leased nv stors.
honse' TO :. Y. Glaoney. have retained
my vault and SAFE, and will continne nv
ONCE with :. Y. Gladney. All persons in
dcbtcd to me VIII find me ut all times nrn
pared to make settlements-to receive To-.
toh Tor debts, and to purchase Cotton for
Jan. ., I-1s. oi'.c
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Among the attorneys in attendance upon
our Court We have had the pleasure to
meet George A. Killgore, Esq of Farmer,
vile OF the firm Of Ellis & Killgorc. Mr..
hitgorc has relatives and hume rous friends
in Claiborne.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Up to this date crops arc in c1cellen,
copdtion. The rain which fell a week
ago WAS just such an one a. every farmer
needed, neither too much or too little. II
ioend the ground in excellent condition
after the long dry spell.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

vest pocket editions of all the leading
poets ct the post-ofice for only fifty cents
sVoiume, Just think Of it, choice. pure
iiterafur, beautifully printed with clo,r
type on exquisitely tinted paper and ele.
giant bindings for only an half a dollar
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
BEEF AND PORK.

EROM this date until the close Of u
L WINTER will only bring Beef and Pcn
to the Homer Market ONCE A WEI
Ny meat will he Of the best quality, niesg
dressed and as cheap a. can be sold in ths
market viii open regularly three nns
a week with the beginning Of the seasc'-
THOMAS d. KINDER
Jan. Q, ls7s. 81
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

tct ID. w. HARRIS to orlcr books for
you. You have no money Ia advance. n
risk, no charges TO pay. lie delivers Won
the book at publishers prices free Of ex.
pense for money orders or postage.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

IL Is proper that the town council pass
an ordinance prohibiting the use of the
graveyard as thoroughfarc. Already
parties have been removing the rails of
the back fence and passing through, in
some instances leaving the rails out and the
gate open
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

John r. Ramsey, Esq, parish rccorlc,
y" MS return from farmerviIIc lew davs
ago WAS thrown from the hack nv ,ho
''e'k'ng OF a seat. The wheels ran over
MS legs laining him. His iniur;.s
are nappy to say, are not serious H. "a,
howe.,f be compelled to use crutche. n, u
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

There is no certainty about the war news.
Diplomatic discussions and correspondence
still continue, all looking, the papers say.
toward n peaceful solution of all troubles.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

James A. Wittcr is always n little in
advance of the rest of the world in gar.
dehfhg' lie has been for two or three
weeks feAsting on green peas, and now
t"n'ai'1es his friends by describing hi,
hne potatoes.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

District Attorney Barksdale arrived on
Monday, ut II M. fresh and rosy. affair -,
hafd weeks work at Farmerville court.
The people confidently anticipate that Mr..
harksdale will bring to justice MANY Of the
'N'l-doers who have been having things
their own way in Claiborne for so long n
"hiie' "eJoin with the belief, for. to our
opinion Allen Barksdalc is by odds the
best District Attorney We have had in this
district since the war. lie has the conf.
dence Of the people, and the criminals
think him dreadful little man. We take
pleasure III icst'i!ing to the integrity and
undonhted ability of 50 important an Off.
ciai As the states Attorney Of the 18th in.
dicial District.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

a. C. Jones who WAS lately bound over
LOT mansiaughter has been arrested for
murder under true bill found by the
Grand Jury this week. He il now in iau
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

farmer in Grant parish has bought
an elephant which he uses for pulling a
large sui'soil plough on his plantation
near COlfax
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

We are happy to announce that our frieml
William Smith is progressing finely and
will donhtless he on his feet in few weeks
without the lo~s of limb.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Zach. Chandler has gone to Washington
CITY 10 arrange for the summer and fall
elections.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Tho election for mayor and s.lectncn
hardly creates ripple OF excitement.
Messs. Witter and Ferguson are candi-
dates for mayor.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
Minden Upper Landing.

HAVING LEASED THE MINDN IT
~ per Landing, invite the sttento 8
Shippers and Consignees to my commodis
WAREHOUSES; and the thorough reps
OF the road leading thereto; and returnfH
thanks for past favors, respectfully edea
fnrthcr consignments of cotton and hsigb
As my personal care will be given 10 u
business, my patrons may rest assured thn
II Will receive prompt attention.
r.. A. BARNES
Oct. Z, ls77, tn
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Quito number of mysterious disap
pcaranccs are chroniclrd in the New York
papers.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

The Courier Journal says new song
will s""n appear called, "rut Your arm
aronnd me pet the old mans ewes are ,hct ="
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

The Morrhousc CLARION dominates !
Harvey Brigham Cor Congress.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Pinchback thinks that Louisiana has
now the best governor since hi, recnifcc.
ton.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
District Court.

The Court was not called until the after.
noon Of Monday, the heavy rain of the
morning having detained Judge Graham
Tor an hour or two on the road The grand
jury was empannclcd with W. c. Cookscy
10 foreman. The charge was COOL one.
was well delivered, and was heard with
the most profound attention b. the GRAND
Jurors. The grand jurors are all good men
and may be depended upon to thoroughly
investigate the condition of parochal af.
fairs. Grand jurors are usually in too
great hurry In their anxiety To get back
to Their homes, they leave much undonc
or but partially examined. We hope that
this body will take their time. The proplc
demand wise deliberations of them. They
must not disappoint us
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

New York State gets about one sixth
Of the whole amount appropriated for
river and harbor improvements
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

See advertisement of Joseph shelton
Of good house aud lot for sale.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

We ARE under obligations to Miss Ella
Ramsey for a bundle Of late Texas papers.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Cooking receipts at tho postofficc q
cents copy.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

The Diaz Government Of Mexico is to be
recognized by the National Administration.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

SEQ notice Of Town Lot for sale, by Joc
Shelton.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Eli" present grand jury have serious and
important duties before them. Let them
remember that on their oath depends in a
farg" degree the reputation of Claiborne
parish. Fearful crimes have been com
miitcd IN onr mids, in the pas, six mouths.
The wrong doors are at large, doubtful il
may bc, hut not without n hope that from
Their skill IN suhorning witnesses and th,
activity of their friend. in working with
grand jurors they will he left alone. We
have heard it said that in Claiborn, parish
accused parties usually were TIRED hy the
grand JuricS-that they succeeded through
Their friends, 10y what is known a. cont.
side work, IN preventing the finding Of
bills, There has been some truth in this
assertion; but If the grand jurors will re-.
member and obey the solemn obligation
they take for themselves and through their
foreman, they will be far from being intlu.
"nced IN any other than a legal way.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
WEEKLY TRIPS TO sHREvEPos]

WILL make weekly trips 70 Ar~
l. port-leaving Homer on Monday
ing. The best attention win - Ea!o
all orders. Prices low for hauling and -
missions charged for small purehasee
Jan. 20. 1873 Tcn
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17
THREE SCORE AND TEN.

EIRNlTl RE MADE. REPAIRED AND
l. VANISHED. ! make speciality Of
COmns, from the plainest to the finest
ana guarantc" better work for less money
than any establishment in North Louisiana.
LOT OF all sizes kept constantly on hand
keferences-All who know good work when
they see it, Feb. s7s-o-.Gm
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Go to the post office for new books.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Criminal Docket to he taken TIP to-day.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-04-17

Alexander II. Stevens Is again seriously
III.
The anti-monopolist. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1874-1878, 1878-07-25

Owing to the pressing demands from
all parts of the country for the i'm
mediate organization of the National
party, the executive committee of the
National party of the United States
has adopted the following means of
action. out of which it is believed will
grow perfect and uniformed
organization Of the party in the diff
terent states.
Upon the application of ten or more
voters who have organized a council
OF the National party in any locality.
and elected officers consisting of a
chief vice chief. a scribe and a
treasurer. and reported the state.
poStotiice, township and county. or
city and ward. in which it is organized
together with the names of the said
officers. the national committee viii
issue to snch organization an engraved
charter emblematic of the principles
and objects of the National party. and
Il constitution and directions for the
organization and government OF the
council. Each application must be
accompanied by the sum OF one dollar.
This sum will cover the expense of
issuing the charter. and will secure to
each council the privilege of obtaining
printed documents. badges, campaign
song books and other campaign goods
from the national committee at cost.
or as near cost as practicable.
The national committee will also
issue charters to young men scouncils,
to consist of youths under age. upon
the same terms and with like
privileges to those granted to the
councils of voters. The object of the
formation of young mems councils is
to inspire the youths of the country
with a realization of the great strug-
gle upon which the nation has now
entered, and to educate them in the
vital questions of political economy
and good government.
It is not the design Of the national
The anti-monopolist. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1874-1878, 1878-07-25
The Anti-Monop0list.

committee to interfere with the state
organization of the National party,
but to assist them in forming a per-
feet and uniform organization. To
this end the national committee will
furnish weekly lists of councils char
tered in each state to the executive
committee of that state, if there be a
state organization: and, by the instru-
mentality of this system of councils.
secure the organization OF states now
nnorganiZed. From these local coun-
ellis the organization Of counties. cities
and states will be developed rs the me-
cessities of each locality may demand.
The National committee will pub
lish promptly a campaign song book,
aud it invites contributions from song
writer's. The songs should be accom-
panied by the music, or should be set
to popular airs. The committee feel,
that this crisis should bring forth
such songs as similar struggles in be-
half of human rights have inspired.
The committee urges that local or
CARNATIONS be perfected rapidly, and
that tickets be nominated in localities
where there are spring elections. A
success in city, or town, or town
ship. or in u village, is often the key
to more important victories. The re-
cent gratifying successes of the Ma
tional party in local contests in New
York and Pennsylvania are encour-
aging to the workers in the cause
everywhere. These gains in the east
may be equalled and surpassed else
where by active and Jealous work.
The committee respectfully requests
that Greenback and Labor local or
CARNATIONS now in existence apply for
charters us National councils that the
uniiicatiOn of interests secured with
such harmony and enthusiasm by the
Toledo convention may be utilized.
The national committee invites
communications from the executive
officers of all state organizations Of
the National party, that there may
be cooperation and harmonious ac-
ton.
All communications should be adj
dressed to
d. 3. STURGEON,
Chairman National Elk. Com.
Toledo, March II, 1878. Toledo, O..
The anti-monopolist. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1874-1878, 1878-07-25
HOW TO ORGANIZE GREEN
BACK CLUBS.

Below is u simple form for the or
ganiZation of Greenback Clubs. for
the use Of any community desirouS
of organization. Let the workers in
every town organize ut once.
The >. Independent
GreenbacE club:
SEC. |. This organization shall be
known as the lNDEPEN-
DENT GREENBACK CLUB.
SEC. ,. Its object shall be, to aid in
publishing the principles of the Green
back party, to the people by getting
speakers, holding meetings. etc.
SEC. 3. Its officers shall be u Presi-
dent, Vice President, Secretary and
Treasurer.
SEC. 4. It's meetings shall he held
from time to time, ut such times and
in such places as may be appointed by
the Club, through its executive com
mittee and proper officers.
SEC. ). The officers shall be elected
every three months. and the first cleo
ton shall be held on the date of the
adoption of this constitution.
SEC. 6. The expenses of the club
shall be betrayed by subscription.
SEC. I. Any person can become Il
member of this Club by signing this
constitution.
SEC. s. There shall he an executive
committee appointed by the President.
whose duty shall be, in connection
with the President and Secretary, to
call meetings, and attend to other
business of the Club.
SEC. 9. Upon the application OF ten
members of this club meeting shall
be called at any time
SEC. 10. This Constitution can he
amended by two-thirds vote of the
Club present at any meeting.
The anti-monopolist. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1874-1878, 1878-07-25
FACTS FOR TIE PEOPLE,.
Notes on Oemonetz alton Opinions OF Prom
inert Men-Read and Ponder!

Money of every kind is an order for goods
An Inquiry THORNTON.
The friends of gold avoid debate because
discussion is fatal TO their schemes.
Computed in silver, the bonds did not cost
their owners over seventy-iive cents on the
dollar.
Coins became indispensable only when claim
ed as a legal right.-Ways and Means of Pay
ment-CoLwELL.
Currency should be that which is most val
liable to the state, and Of no value to any other
country. -PLATo.
Gold resumption means that every debtor
shall pay at least quarter more than he re-
ceived or agreed TO pay.
al conceive the establishment o! this bank
National Bsnkl as dangerous to the safety and
welfare of this republic. "-HESRr CLAY.
Whatever ~ can employ in payment of
debts, they win be willing TO receive in pay
ment, and this independent of legal compul-
sion.
An increase OF the weight Of the silver dol
lar will increase the wealth of the money len
ders and inore ase the burdens of the producers.
''Thetrisht to issuing paper money AS cur
rency, like that Of gold and silver coin, be-
longs exclusively TO the natiou"-ALBERr
GAlLArIN.
The Suppression \ueMoneuLauonl OF >tiSer
would amount 10 vrri,aule destruction Of val
ues without any cou,pvnsation.-BAR
RorAsciLp.
mau who knows the facts Of the case aud
opposes the restoration OF the silver dollar, is
deferred ttom theft only by lack of safe oppor-
tunity.
Thank God there is one country where pro-
auctions are So broad that they cannot he
measured by the insign,6can, quantity Of gold.
Isaac Buchanan, NJ P. Canda.
Ifby the stroke OF the pen, they suppress one
ot these metals lgcld or silver) in the moneta-
~ service, they double the demand tor the 9TH
er metal, to the ruin Of all debtors.-A. Wo-
lowski.
tsunfthe sinEls gold standaEd) of 6r~as Britain,