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Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

Just think Of il. y. Y. GrApNEY 4 BIO.
will sell yon one Of the celebrated John
son plows fifty per cent. cheaper than yon
can buy them away from the factory.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

Cotton soll in Shreveport on Saturday
last at the following prices Ordinary, tt;
good ordinary, :; low middling, u; mid.
ding, ?; goo'l mid'iiing, y.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

Tire bs-t aud cheapest lot of ladies and
gentleincn's shoes, of hose aud half
hose and bamoral skirts cheaper than the
cheapest. at NJ. e. LAwRANCEs.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

What a wonderful benefit 10 to be de
rived from reading pure, good books Is
we'll known Ia those who patronize ID. w.
HARRIS at tho post office.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

There will lie no colored men in the
next House Of Representatives. Bruce is
yet lef( In the Seuate.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

DR.. Dorenus, Of the Presbyterian
church, died last week in Vienna. The
deceased WAS minister Of high standing
in his church.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

The wetlknown Johnson plow, at :. Y.
0LapSEY & Bios, cheaper than ever
known before.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

Cloaks Of the latest style and hest ma,
tcrial, shawls, sacqucs and nuhias Of the
finest quality, cheaper than they can br
bought at Wholesale, all at VI. {. LAW
RANCg's
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

Full figures from iifty-four parishes in
the State give T.. A. Burke 76,U26. Gard
ucr - ,5ss, a majority for Burke Of 43.t3-.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

There will be in the next Legislature
eighteen or nineteen Republicans In the
Hou.e. and ten or eleven iD the s-Hase.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

II you want a good article in the way OF
Boots and Shoes, cheaper than ever before
soen, 60 to the NEw YORK STORE, Shrcve.
port, La.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

We ask careful reading Of the sdver.
tisement Of CONWAY & BrCKrLrw. This
firm docs large hnsiness-so vrry large
that they offer unusual rates Ia their
patrons. H. addition - ~" lar. stock
already on hand, they have Just received
f"nr car loads. ON" each of wagons. nails,
woodwork and iron. They have full line
of engineers supplies. gas pipes and fit.
tinCs. II il the oldest hardware house in
the southwest and carries the heaviest
stock. They have just received 1000
pl"nghs nnd 10000 pound. of casting which
the! offer AT III" very lowest prices.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

For the latest styles Of Dress Goods, 90
70 the NEw YORK STORE, ut Shreveport.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

The Democratic majority IN the Senate
after the third Of March next will I've eight
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

The scason has been the finest known
for years for gathering the crop.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

The largest stock Il English, French.
German and American fancy goods Just
eeo.fved. ~ - NV YORK sroRE, shreve-
posf. Ia. .'.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

What about the new Hotel We were 70
have soonf Can any one give us ANY in.
formstionf Such an institution is badly
needed In Homer
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20
r. p. 0ERBN,
8d< and 8llZoId SdLoaa,

MINDEN, L., ~.
KEEPS on hand at al times . geod =,
IA sortment of all kinds Of Liqson -
Cigars Of the best brands, and sress W
riety Of other good things. Call and -
Sept. 2S, 1878. c'
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

We have received the frst number Of
the Webster Tribune, edited and published
by j. VI. Scanlsnd. Mr. Scamand il we'll
known to the ftIusrlifv ~ u journalist of
dnnsnal ability. We trust that b. viii
meet with the success that all mrH a. go,-l
"A, he drsrryr-
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

1900 yards of Embroidrrieo. all styles
and latest designs. NJ the lowest prices.
just received at the NEW YORK STORE
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

lib" Mlnden Democrat reaches us .n-
lirsrd To its usual size.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

The post master would like for every
body focal for their mail. He is press, d
TO- room; and while st he Office buy :, me
of tn" good books y"u will see in the show
ease.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20

The Publisher "i the GrARpINx herriS
returns his thanks t"hi~ friends john y r.
"'N tor fine Hess "f snap beans AMI Al.
kuiIhtrn e.. u h,if lnehrl rf the ii ~
yam potatoes at the N"a~nn-all which
WAS July dicns~rd and appreciated
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20
NOTICE..
BOARDING HOUSE.

THE BEST OF EVERYTHING IN THE
L Market, at the most reasonable prices.
Board and Lodging, per day, I'll 90
Single Meals, ..... 20
At the southwest corner Of public square.
WILLIAM SMITH.
Fen. s, 1872 oSsm
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1878-11-20
HOMER COLLEGE.

'riiE NINETEENTH Scholastic year OF
L this Institution begins the Fourth Day
Of September next.
X. A. SMITH, A. NJ. President
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26

Il about $500 square miles, and present
population 10000. the majority Of whom
are Greeks. though there Is a large number
Of Turks. II has been under the rule Of the
Turks for more than 900 years, having been
taken by them from the venetians. Under
the venetiaps the island had At one time
population 81 1000. 200. and attained great
spIendor and prosperity, but has greatly de-
clined under the Turks, though OF late years
IL prosperity has somewhat increased. II
has great natural resources, and II these
were developed by an enterprising people,
Il might regain much Of lis old-time fame.
Its importance 10 England, rs military
base Of operations, both for enforcing the
operations Of the treaty and for guarding
her Indian possessions, Is almost incalcula-
BILE.
A Telegram from Sidney, New South
Wales, dated July IL, says that two tribes Of
natives have risen against the Government
In the island OF New Caledonia, and massa-
cred 125 whites, including women and chill
dren. They have also captured two military
stations.
The threatened disturbances at Montreal,
Canada, on account Of the proposed Orange
parade on the 18th, we're probably averted
by the strong stand taken by the Mayor in
forbidding the procession, backed up by .
large force OF special policemen and militia
from various parts Of the Dominion. The
Orangemen finally consented to abandon
their parade In the interest Of the public
peace, the Mayor assuring them protection
to their homes. Several of the leaders were
arrested upon warrants charging them with
contemplated breach Of the peace, and
were subsequently released on bail. The
Orangemen and their friends complain bit
terly Of the action Of the authorities in re-
fusing TO grant them permission and protec-
ton for their parade.
The discovery has just been made that
Bishop Raveles and other French mission
Corea, and are in danger Of death. A cali
has been made for their rescue.
The Berlin Peace Congress terminated its
sessions on the 18th, when the Treaty was
formally signed by all the pepipotentiaries.
| The proceedings terminated with grand
court dinner at Whitehall Palace, at which
all the plcnipotcntiarics were present save
Beaconsfeld and Gortschakof. The Crown
Prince presided.
The return Of Lord Besconsield TO Lon
don, on the 10th, was made the occasion o.
a general demonstration, In which leading
men Of both parties participated. From
Chsring Cross to Downing Street places OF
business were closed, the buildings were
gaily decorated, and the streets were filed
with crowds OF people, who greeted the sue
cessful Plenipotentiary with enthusiastic
cheers. After reaching his residence. Lord
Beaconsfeld, In response TO repeated calls
from the crowd, appeared At window and
thanked them for his reception. He said
Lord Salisbury and himself had brought
back peace, but q peace, he hoped, with
honor, such as would satisfy the sovereign
and the country.
Ten thousand English nail-makers are or
a strike for m advance Of 30 per cent. IN
wages.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26

Washington in his behalf. and he had no cor
respondencc either with Mr.. or Mrs. jerks
prior 20 lss7; had no recollection Of
Interviews with Mrs. jerks during
the progress Of the Electoral count
Witness, In response 20 questions, stated M :
mcrous Instances In which Republican on
GERS were driven out OF their parishes by
Democrats previous 20 the election 81 1876,
and said he would furnish the committee a
list Of names Of persons killed. hanged and
whipped for political reasons. II they 80
desired. He refused 20 reply 20 the Quee-
tion. whether or not. AS Governor. he had
any knowledge that no protests had been
made from East or West feliciana. other
than 20 say that the records would show.
Gen. Butler asked witness II II was q fact
that all the members of the visiting Commits
sion. with one exception. all the members
of the Returning Board. all the supervisors
Except Weber, who was kiiled), and Mr.. and
Airs. jerks had been rewarded with Federal
Offices for their part IN the election or other
causes. Witness replied that, with the ex.
ception of James II Anderson, he believed
all the parties designated had been appoint
ed 70 ONCE; that ne believed them 10 be COM
petent persons and good Republicans, and
there were still Others who ought 10 be ao-
pointed. 1.-The Committee adjourned un-
I'll the Esd Of July, 20 meet at Atlantic City,
n. y.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26
Missouri Democratic Platform.
Following Il the platform adopted by the
Missouri Democratic State Convention, held
at Jefferson CITY on July 10:

Missouri Democratic State Convention, held
at Jefferson City on July 10:
The Democratic party Of Missouri, in con
vcntion assembled, declares its confidence In
and mistaken adherence 10 the great
principles Of Democratic representative
government, It's devotion to the Ma
tional Union and Constitution with the
amendments thereto, its unswerv-
ing maintenance of the following principles,
20 the civil power. opposition to large stand
ing armies In time OF peace, purity OF cleo
tiOns and their absolute freedom from all In
reference by the officers Of the Federal GOV
eminent. civil or military. profound respect
for the popular Will fairly and legally eN-
pressed az the ballot box; a fixed purpose To
expose ana punish NIL political frauds and
zens, the largest right Of individual liberty
consistent with the rights Of others; univer-
sal education, and a general and active par
ticipation OF the body Of the people In pub
lie affairs.
Resoired, That we congratulate the country
on the fact that after nearly thirteen years
from the cessation OF hostiiitics, state OF
and laws has been reached In our southern
States
:. We solemnly arraign and condemn the
high Electoral Commission a. fnitnlSss TO
the people of the United states In refusing TO
investigate and expose the wicked and glar-
ing frauds by which the will of the people nt
the last Presidential election was Defeated /;
spirit OF the Law under which u was organic
ed and while the decision made by the For
ty.fOurth Congress Of the question ~ 20 who
should be declared President Of the United
state, for the Presidential term, was
In our judgment hnal, that decision ought
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26

-Friar Giovanni is wonderful
singer Mt Rome, blessed with voice
perfectly sweet and clear, and Of vast
volume and immense range. When he
sings the church is crowded and the
audience pays no attention TO the re-
ligious part Of the services, SO the &C.
clcsiastical authorities do not let i be
announced when and where he i 70
sing. They are in fear lest he should
quit the cloister for the stage, and %
have made him an allowance Of $40 a
month.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26

Hoedel, whoattcmpted the life Of the En-
pcror William, has been convicted and sen
fenced to be beheaded.
Cyprus, the island which Turkey has just
ceded TO Great Britain, In return for guar
antce Of protection Of Turkish doIninicns IN
Asia on the part Of the latter, and 70 which
British force has already sailed, u the most
eastern Of the Mediterranean islands, lying
midway between Asia Minor and Syria. Tts
length Il about I4s miles, and width-except
In the northeast extremity, where II mar
rows TO 10 miles--about 40 miles. Its area
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26

BABIES are too highly priced to permit them
to suffer with Collie, Flatulence, etc, when
DR.. Bulls Baby Syrup Will at once relieve
them. Price, % cts.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26

The late Duchess Of Argyll left
$3.50, 900 to be distributed among the
poor of London.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1878-07-26

also drowned. Both belonged to the Sixth
Infantry, and had proved themselves TO Be
brave and successful soldiers.
The Arkansas Greenback state Conven-
ton, held a. Little Rock on the 18th, APP
pointed State Central Committee, author
lied to place IL nomination TICKET Of State
officers.
Mrs. Annie stroupe, aged -, Of West
Warren, o., 4 another victim to Kerosene
kindling.
General Miles had an engagement with
abe hostiles near Cayuse Station, about six
miles from Pendleton, Oregon, on the lith,
which lasted several hours, but was without
decisive result, further than 20 hold the lat
ter In check until Col. Bernard came up with
einforcements,w which were expected on the
following day. The main body Of the hos
tiles seemed 10 be In that locality. although
IL was reported portion had crossed the
Columbia River. The settlers In the vaney
had all fed to Pendleton, where Notifications
had been erected and other means OF de-
Tense provided.
At Chicago, on the 18th, Jeremiah kenne.
dy, an Irish laborer, shot his wife twice
killing her instantly, and then shot himself
In the vicinity OF the heart, also fatally. Pow.
erty and domestic discord are supposed tc
have instigated the act
At Aledo, ILL.,, on the l4th, . young lady
daughter OF Mr.. j. +. Harcount, while
handling toy pistol, accidentally shot her.
self, the ball passing through her lung, caus-
ing instant death.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10

Drunkenness in the army has
become SO prevalent that Gen.
Sherman has been compelled to
rebnke it in a recent order. The
officers who have been corrected
and dismissed have hitherto been
reinstated by the Presidential par
don. Gen. Sherman STATES that
in the future this clenency will be
more judicieusly exercised, md
the offenders will~uffer the copse-
s4nenos of their ,indiscretions.
Drnnkenness has long been con
sidered a geutIemanly vice, but
there is evidently o change coming
over public sentiment.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
BILLIARDS BILLIARDS
AT
JOHN DILLON'S.
On Public Square and Corner of Ward
Alley.
Lake CHARLES, Louisiana.

Iwould respectfully inform those OF
myfriends, both here and at a distance,
who have airy expectation of getting
thirsty, that have inst received a most
complete assortment of Pure I,iqnors
ever imported to Lake Charles, which
| am DESTROYS of selling at wholesale
ind retail at prices, TO justify both seller
and buyer. My wines and brandies are
unsurpassed, and my WHISTLES 1.-THE
simon pure" Before leaving town be
sure and call around and take IA parting
farewell Lager beer, Scotch ale aud
porter constantly on hand. ap4n4y
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
The MoFFEYT REGIsTEg.-T

The MoFFETT REGIsTER.-T
government OF Virginia is highI,
pleased witlrthe operations Of the
Mefiett bell ipauch in that State
A bill for its introduction int
Tennessee is now pending liu the
Legislature ut Nashville, and the
New Orleans Democrat .cla,uors
for its adoption lin Lonisiana. Il
seems to farnish an easy aud of.
feo,iye mode of raising revenue
and it's suoaess in Virginia will
raise up advocates of it 'in mos
Southern States. Augusta Jhron
iclc and Constitution.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
Glorious Newss.!
The Sewing Machine COmbi-
nation Broken Down.
CHEAP SEWING MACHINES AND
CHEAP ATTACHMENTS.
The Order of The Day.

The SBrder NJ Inc Dat'
A glorious victory for the people.
Oar splendid Mnnotnr--Congress--
attacked Fort Monopoly, aud after
pouring a tremendous lire upon Its
walls, at ZENITH captured it. with Five
Million Sewing Machines, among winch
was the famous Singer, which are to he
sold hereafter at a greatly reduced
figure, also attachments, Oil. rubbers.
check springs, needles Il shuttles. Fol
lowing are the prices nf Singer Sewing
Machines, delivered to any part OF the
country.
Drop Isetf with attachments, SIS OO;
formerly $50 90.
Box Top with attachments, BIB 90 :;
formerly $50 90.
Folding Cover. with attachments.
$50 50; formerly Sl00 90.
And other styles in proportion
Those Wishing to purchase will do vel
to see or write to C. NJ. Drew, who is
now working in opposition to the Dew
ing Machine combination. ] employ no
c3invasserS who are paid large commls-
sions. consequently j defy competition.
Remember, everything l sell i'll tine
Sewing Machine line / e mrantee to he
the best. Look sharp, this is the only
plea that the Sewing Machine Comb
nation will bring up in order to obtain
their exorbitant prices. Their only
hope row is strategy. So if you want
anything in the sewing machine line,
from check spring up to Il machine,
call on G. NJ. Drew.
Thanking the people of Calcasieu
PARISH for past favos, ] respectfully
ask continuance of their patronage.
I will also repair all kinds of Sewing
Machines at reasonable figures. Those
living in tho country will he visited
shortly Remember. competition the
life of trade.
C. NJ. DREW.
Sept IS Hickory Fiat, La.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
4 Massachusetts girl awalIoxet

A Massachusetts girl swallowed
a hais-pin about six weeks ago,
and was married three days after
word. Now, then, girls, it's risky,
but You 'csu't get ANYTHING good
without some risk.-Appleton's
.Iourpal.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
Attention Travellers!
New Stage Lime, Louisiana
and Texas.

I am now running hack, for the
accommodation Of travellers, between
Lake Charles, La. and Orange. Texas
The hack connects with the steam ferry
beat running from Lake Charles to
Bagdad. three miles, on the Calcasieu
river. and with the mail skiif running
from Nlnletts Bluff, on the Sabine
river, to Orange.
SCHEDULE OF ARRIVALS AND DE-
PAKrURES
Leave Orange every Tuesday even
ing, on the arrival of the railroad tram
and arrive at Lake Charles next day.
Leave Lake Charles every THURSDAY
morning and arrive at Orange the same
night. Fare, each way seven dollars.
/ will make extra trips whenever re-
quested +.
Stage agent at Lake Charles, j. w.
Bryan.
Stage agent at Orange, L. C. T..
Scott.
S. A. FAIRCHILD, .
Oct. 25 Nibiett' Bluff, La.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
On. j. Nj. HILLiARD,

HAVING permanently located in the
iii town of Lake Charles. respectfully
offers his professional services to the
citizens of town and country. Disease
of the throat and lungs treated on IN
improved plan; also Rhnmatism and
Neuralgia. Cancers removed without;
the use of the knife or canstic. and
without pain. March l6, 1876
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
GOLD. money. 9 Il You CANT g g

~ ~ - - = " xxy aod
gold you can get greenbaaks. NO.
q person 10 every town to take saoss VA
tions for the largest, cheapest ana IN M
Illustrated family publication ~ III
war.d. Any one car become q suecssss y.
agent. The most elegant works = J - -
given free tosubscrihArs. The pr1oe ~ ~
low thyt almost everybody suosGls.oS 4
Que agent reports making over Sl Nm
a week A lady agent reports sNl Al
over 40o Subscribers AN ter days. IN
who engage make money fast. leu y. II
devote all your time to the business ~ Il
only yeul spare time. You need r no' 40
away from home over night. hol ,sr
do it as well as othess. Full par1,cua nj
directions and terms free. Elees ,ssut
expensive Outfit free. II y9p us q
profitable work send lis your aelo ! hi.
once. It costs nothing to tiy lne III. III
ness. No one who engages faals 4 y ,a.,Isj
great pay. Address 1.-The IsF
journal, Portland, Maine.
Sapsenhar f. lazz-ly I
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
TOWN OF LAKE CHARLES.
SURVEYOR.

i
OFFICE, WITH s ID. READ, ESQ,
Lake Charles, Ca'casieu Parish, La,
Procures and locates homestead Ger.
tifieates and Patents.
Satisfaction guaranteed.
Oct. Ii, 1877
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
The Waco EXAMINER.
TERMS OF SuB3cRIpTIpN:
(.Strictiy IN A1gaace.)

Daily per Annum. ..-...,. ............-....eS 900
50 !" g months. ...................... d so
i" {" 3 months ............... ....-....... 2 so
WeekiY,per Anrun........ ..,..... .-........ e d.
( PpsTAeE-lai'y, per annum, 60 cents nd.
iitioHal; Weekly, per anauiD, 10 cents add
,ional. ! ~
A e',py free to every club If ten
A eepy OF the Weekly WI be sent TO the
Master Of evey Subordinate Grange, he 10
ransmit inames of suhaeribsrs and funds Re
nit by Postotioe Order, registered letter, OF
hank check. Address,
,. " DOWNS.
Waco, Texas.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
VIM. WOELPER A. GO. Proprietors.
OFFICE--74 CAMP .sS1kEET.
TERMS OF llHE PAPER:

tsUBR'C RIPTItok Rates.
Daily published every morning .ex-
cept Monday, per annum sic; and at
same rate half-yearly and quarterly.
Weekly published every Saturday
vmorning|, per Atinum 40; and at same
rssa han-ysarl! and quarterly. as.s..
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10

NOTICE TO TIE PUBLIC.
All persons are hereby warned not
to trespass upon the 10th Sec. i(known
as theSehool See.) ge
y. w. BRYAN,
Pres. Par. School Board.
Nov. 4. 1927. ~. a, 49,
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1878-01-10
A. C. POULET,.
Tanner e. Carrier.

L4dAL UIIhIsL4IIso, Lfa
] will inform the public that i have
constantly ON hand and for sale a good
assortment OF Leather. and that the
same can be had at Mr.. Paul Lafargue's
store, a so at MIR. Jos. (Chayanne's store.
Feb i l677-march Is