The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1880-10-02
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GENERAL DEALER IN MERCHANDISE " E il
ESTATE AGENT.

Has for sale a number OF valuable plantations, farms, town proper
ties, etc. of aMy required size and Of every variety of site, which can
b t. had on the most favorable terms.
Persons wishing to invest in this parish can obtain any informa-
ton they may desire by forwarding stamp for our new SPACE Des-
crptive Circular just published by the 'ermlion Parish lmmgra-
ton Association.
fgg- Notice the number at head of advertisement in writing let
tiers of inquiry.
.arpm-.aoe-An arpent is 1858 square yards. An acre is 1880
No. a plantation in this parish situated u mile from JeHer-
sons Orange Grove, Qake Peigneur? i mil east of Vermilion ba
yon, 4 miles from RoyviHe and 6 miles from Abbeville, containing
466 arpents, besides an undivided tract of woodland 2 miles from
plantation. A large and commodious dwel ng house. kitchen, els
sern. cotton house. carriage house, corn crib stable and blacksmith's
thop. Two driven wells, moving machine and press. Of the vast
tract Of land, 200 arpents are enclosed with good cypress tence. The
soil is of the most fertile In the parish and Its surface being slightly
unduIating. drains almost without trouble and will not wash. 1t is
well adapted for cotton. sugar cane, ccrn, potatoes and all other pro-
duce of this climate: For stock raising it is Of the very best. The
dwelling and other improvements are beautifully shaded and enriched
with a surrounding view OF 43 arpents OF a variety OF useful trees,
such as the china, peach, apple, fig, plum orange, &c:
No. 2 This plantation situated on west hank Of Vermiion bayou
2 miles below Perry Bridge, contains 200 arpents of which 70 II.
penis are covered with timber and IA arlents enclosed with cypress
fence. One dwelling house, 1915 with gallery. kitchen, farm nipple
ments, etc. The surface of this land is slightly billy and the whole
is well suited for cultivation. There is on each side of this place,
north and south a good sugar house. About 200 arpents adjoining
this place could he bought on reasonable terms.
n. 3 A valuable plantation in this parish 3 miles from Able,
Of the farm is covered with best timber. Dwelling house, kitchen,
t double cabins, corn house. cotton house. This place would be all
excellent sugar, cotton or stock farm and would be sold alta bargain.
No. 4 This excellent farm contains 100 acres and the greater
house, blacksmith's shop, corn crib, stable, cabins, etc. . A fine
orchard and garden. new dwelling. Ali the land enclosed. Said
farm is situated on VermI'on bayou 6 miles below Perrys Bridge
The soil is one Of the most fertile in the parish and is well adapted
for the sugar care.
No. 5 This valuable plantation is located in the parish of Lafa
yette 3 miles northwest of The fourshing town of Nermillonvile. !
of a mile west of the Opeousas public road which runs nearly paral
lei with the Opelonsas & Red River Railroad, also : of mile north
of Mogans Louisiana & Texas Rail Road. 1t measures an area of
1885 acres, all of the most fertile land in the State and we'll adapted
70 for sugar cane, corn cotton, potatoes fruit trees vegetables, etc
There is a tract of fine timber land measuring 45 acres, situated on
Vermlion bayou 81 mile. from plantation. Said plantation is well
improved with a large and well finished dwelling house, corn crib
sta lie, carriage house, kitchen, 5 out buildings, a great number of
shade trees, besides a line grove ct pecan trees 50 acres are at pres
ent enclosed and under cultivation. This property offers one of the
most desirable position for any person, whether agriculturt, dairy
man, fruit or vegetable grower, physician Or other calling. 1t is
surrounded with a g cd Industrious population. 1t is offered at a
very low figure and will no doubt triple the amount when the rail
road, which is due to reach Lafayette this fall be completed.
No. 6 This immense tract of land situated in the western portion
of this parish, above the outlet of the Queue Tortue Bayou, said bayou
being navigable and about 80 miles west of the town of Abbeville.
contains 1915 acres of which $50 are woodland and swamp. This
land would accommodate a small colony and various industries could
be undertaken with sure profit. The manufacture of lumber besides
the cultivation of the soil and stock raising could be carried on with
profit: 1t is an excellent place for the culture of bees. fruit trees, ey
pecially the orange. A flock of sheep would given into the bargain
The whole tract can be enclosed with ] the amount of fence required
for any other tract Of that area on account of its natural advantages
Price, very cheap.
No. 7 This small desirable tract Of good arabic land is situated
and on Coulee Kinney on the west, and contains 60 acres of
which 20 acres are woodland. The whole for a moderate price.
No. 8 This magnificent and picturesque farm situated Of mile
sontu of Abbeville, and 6 arpen:s east from the bayou, has an area
24o arpents of which so arpen!s are woodland. This soil is all very
corn crib and s ont buildings. Also a large sugar house and cane
mill, capacity 5 hhds per "a hours. About 100 arpens are enclosed
with good fence, a fine orchard containing a variety OF about 500
Tearing fruit trees. ten woak horses, carts plows, &c. Terms, mode
rate and long credit.
No. 9 This desirable tract of land is situated on the east bank of
Ve'milion Bayou and measures a surface of l4o acres of which 10
bordering on Vermiion Bayou are covered with good timber.
Distance from Ahbcvile, 7 miles.
No. 10 This large and valuable plantation is situated on the east
bank of the Bayou Teche, 3 miles above Arraudville (Junction). 1t
contains 1900 arpents Of the richest and most fertile land in the State.
A large portion of the farm is covered with the finest timber. There
are s buildings on the place and enough land enclosed to occupy 5
laborers who are employed cultiyating said farm: This land is we'll
adapted for sugar cane. cotton, corn, potatoes. &c. Fruit trees of all
and also a vegetable garden. It can be bought at an extremely
low price for cash.
No. IL An improved property. situated north of the town of
Ahbevile, containing an area Of 4 lots can he bought on a bargain.
No. - This excellent improved property, situatne on the east
line Of the cooperation of Abbeville contains ten acres of good land.
There is a dwelling house. kitchen, vegetable and fruit garden, about
400 grated fruit trees of different varieties, such as, orange, peach.
pears, f glsh walnut almond grape vines. &c. This place is loca-
ted in the healthiest part of town, and besides a comfortable resi-
dence. 1t would offer a good position for a gardener, &c.
No. l3 This excellent tract containing 70 arpents is situated in
the parish of Iberia, near Free Town colored church, 3 miles from