The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1878-05-24

Deacn, some TO STROLL pens1Vely ny bne san
sea waves" others to gather shells as In
days OF yore," and the more amphibious
to take plunge in the angry surf which
dashed with seeming fury upon the sandy
beach, Tired and hungry the passengers re-
turned to their hospitabls quarters, and as
the wind continued to blow with increased
violence, additional precautions were taken,
and, lulled by sense OF security, the amuss-
ments OF the evening began, The texas was
turned into an extempore club-room and all
night long mysterious sounds greeted tho ears
of the uninitiated down stairs. The officers
OF the boat were interchangeable in their endeav-
ors to add to the comfort and enjoyment of
their guests, and the success OF their endeav-
ors were fully evidenced by the gratitude Of
oil on board Late In the evening the gale
blew with terrific violence, and for the first
time some OF the passengers became seriously
alarmed. Their fears were partially justif-
able, for suddenly the anchors were parted
from their frail hold on the bank and the boat
commenced to swing round, Mt the same time
drifting towards the breakers. In moment
all was activity; short and decisive commands
were given, and before the passengers had
fully time to understand and appreciate their
danger the boat was securely anchored and
dawned light and beautiful, but the
waves were still entirely too high, and 1t
was not thought either prudent or safe
to venture out in the gulf. Some Of the
become anxious, not for their own safety so
much as for the supposed fears and anxiety
OF their relatives and friends In the city, in
consequence Capt. krantz very kindly con
sented to launch the life boat and strive with
1t to reach Grand Isle, when communication
with the city would be comparatively easy
Letters were hastily written, Che boat launch
ed and she started on her trip, which was sue
cessfuliy accomplished. Wednesday morning
was more propitions, and although the waves
were rolling high, it was determined to
tighten the boat and venture out. A
large quantity of railroad iron and
some heavy car wheels were then dis
embarked and the experiment was tried
The good little steamer rode the waves like
n sea Bird and dashed through the waters
by the cheers and acclamations OF her de-
lighted passengers. Shortly. however. the
smooth water in front of Chenfere Cammanada
was reached, and the difficulties and dangers
Of the trip were ended. ChDeiere Cammanada
has population OF about SIX hundred, most OF
them being direct descendants of the followers
of Lafitte, The vessel, from here, pursued
serpentine course, and soon the Grand Isle
and the "Hotel dc Kranz" were fairly In
sight. The steamer safely moored at last,
gave evidence Of the anxiety he had really
felt and showed his gratitude for escapes
from past dangers by brewing mammoth
bowl OF delicious champagne punch, which
was heartily enjoyed by his pleased guests.
Grand Isle may be fttingly called the Long
Branch Of the South, and we hope 1t will re-
Ceive liberal patronage from our people, and
eventually repay Its owner for the enormous
expense and energy expended in bis attempt
TO bring first-class watering place to the
very doors of our citizens. Eight new cot
tages are being constructed which, when
finished, will make twenty eight In all. and
will furnish accommodations for five
hundred guests. The island itself is nine
miles long, with a mean width OF seven
eghths Of mile; in it's primitive condition
1t was covered with q dense growth Of live
oak, which has been destroyed except a ridge
which extends in the centre nearly the entire
length Of the island. 1t has nearly $50 in
habitants. descendants of almost the first
tropical fruits grow luxuriantly, as frosts are
rare; grapes are easily and profitably cul-
tivated; cauliflowers appear Indigenous and
grow to an enormous size; melons and all
vegetables mature nearly one month In adj
vance Of those grown on the river q fact to
be accounted for by the proximity to the gulf
stream. The beach is smooth and regular
and forms natural drive, almost equal to
the famed beach Of Galveston. There are
three distinct reefs, which, owing to their pc
make the surf bathing perfectly safe.
In the evening the boats head was turned
homewards Fort Livingston, guarding Cow
denis proposed Barataria ship canal, was
soon passed; then Barataria bay, dotted with
its beautiful little shell reefs; next Little
Lake with its live oak islands, inhabited by
strange looking Mcmillan fishermen. In the
morning the last stage of the journey com
menced by our entering Harveys canal,
an individual enterprise Of great magnitude,
and one which must have required an Inn
mense amount Of energy, perseverance and
capital. The canal was completed in 1853 at
n cost of $198,0O0, and is aspendid example
of personal energy. At 7 o'clock the Kranz
reached her journeys end, opposite Louisiana
Avenue. Before leaving the boat the passen-
gers held meeting and unanimously and en-
passed the following resolu-
tons;
STEAMBOAT FRANK KRASZ. May %. 1873.
The undersigned, passengers on the steam
boat Frank Kranz. on her trial trip from New
Orleans to Grand Isle hereby snder their bs
captain, John +. Kranz. her skillful pilot. Capt
NJ. McSweeney her efficient and courteous
clerks Franz kA4I aad and O. crsW
tho uniform courtesy. attention and skill
which they have manifested during the
voyage. Their Watchful care. foresight and
champion OF the waters commands our esteem
and confidence. and We cheerfnlly recommend
them TO the patronage of our friends and fell
low citizens of the Crescent City.
We are happy to inform the public, after per-
sonal observation that Capt John T.. Kranz
has fitted up, enlarged and improved at great
expense. the accommodations for guests at
Grand Isle. the Long Branch Of the South and
we hope that his commendabe enterprise will
receive. as it Justly merits, the patronage and
announcement OF all seekers alter health and
pleasure during the coming summer season.
More than this. he has supplied the means of
communication In the erection of o steamer
that skins the waters like thing Of life" and
dances on the waves.
n B. Cook, pJ. Kennedy,
John W. Wiemann E Howard McCaeb
John W. Voeker Douglas G. Irwin
n Weber, James J. Reiss.
J. H. Harvey f. V. I.ess,
John Cook, A. Socola.
Moses Loeb, G. @. Piper,
J. G. Abrahamson. Jacob Hernandez,
Hy W. Jndson, Frank J, Lewis,
Charles Roemer Jos. Christen.
J. A. Smith J.J. Panhette.
r. G. Brown H. Fl. Blanke.
I'd l.. J. Chabriez, Gottfr. Hallerback
Jacob Paul, Il. Diefenthal
AMUsEMENTs.