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Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
\ Trip to jackson.

Mr.. EplrOE-In Our last letter, We
told YOU of a contemplated siX-days'
picnic; sure enough it came off, and
being kindly invited, we joined the
party. We hired an old-time Jersey, not
exceeding I feet from the ground, soft
board seats without backs, no steps, and
only accessible by climbing the spokcs
of the wheels; and if you happened to
carry much avoirdupois, your attempted
ascent set the wheels to revolving, and
only by dint of doublc-quick, could you
succeed in mounting. Once i'll, you felt
yourself taking silent leave of the groycl-
ing things of earth and indulging in
higher aspirations for the ethereal. The
team consisted Of Il spirited little mare,
"Peggy," and a fiery animal of the long
ear species, most appropriately called
"Lugubrious."
After three hours drive, Peggy planted
herself in the middle of the road and
positively refused to bulge till she was
lunchcd. This she generously shared
with Lugubrions, but when he was Of
fercd II cool draught of well water to
wash it down, he dropped his ears, gave
Il snort of contempt and spit it out, as
if he meant to say, ''all Baton Rougcans
drink cistern water: so do H. Peggy
had evidently made this trip before with
some Rev circuit rider, for she had an
intnitive knowledge of all the best
Stacking places on the road, and would
march as straight up to well-tilled
corn crib rs if it had no doors. Alto
gcther she was a splendid manager, and
succeeded in making Lugubrious haul
us, the jersey and herself, from Baton
Rouge to Jackson by sun set. Lugu-
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
Ihursdan's edition.

A stringent vagrant law is needed in
all parts of the State. Let the papers
urge the matter.
The young folks of West Baton Rouge
are to have ball at Mrs. +. Lejeune's,
OH Saturday, August eth.
The editor is absent i'll New Orleans
again. Whether it is sorc-eyes or heart
disease, we are not prepared to say.
Actual work has begun on the State
House. The reader can imagine our
Joy in making this announcement.
The st. Tammany Farmer favors a
press convention, but wants to meet in
Covington. Come, friend Farmer, give
It's more accessible point.
District Court is still in session. A
good many eases have been disposed of,
aud it's likely Others will be before the
proposed adjournment next Saturday.
An exchange says the man or woman
who has never loved, Rugged, kissed
played with, listened to, told stories to,
or thoroughly spanked a child, has miss
cd the cardinal joys of life.
Nearly every other man you meet i'll
Baton Rouge has IL "bad cold" These
summer colds are very disagreeable, to
say the least, but they hang on with
unusual tcnacity this season, making
the matter worse
Our little city is in the very midst of
its summer drag'-especially in the
line of pleasure and social gatherings.
The young folks seem to be holding in
reserve their love of fun and frolic until
some period in the uncertain future.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
Frank and Jesse James.

Hon. J. A. Dacus, of st. Louis, the
we'll known editor and cx-Membcr of the
Missouri Legislature, has written care
fully prepared Life and Adventures Of
Frank and jesse James, which has
been issued by the well known publish
ing house of n. ID. Thompson & Co., Of
that city. Mr.. Dacus, we are informed,
spent two years in the preparation of
this work, much Of which time was with
the family and friends Of the James
Boys, whose friendship and confidence
he gained, and who gave him all the
facts concerning their antecedcuts and
ancestry, as well as all the facts con-
corning the almost uumbcrless robberics,
dashing raids and vengcful murders
committed by them during tho 20 years
of their career in nearly as many States
and Territories. The book is the most
startling record ever made in history.
Their careers have noparrallelin the his
tory of highwaymcn. Bold and dashiug
to a degree that seemed reckless to per-
sonal danger, yet they have never been
apprchcnded during this long period,
though rewards to the amount of S75, 900
have been offered for their arrest, dead
or alive. The book is sold by subscrip-
ton, and we are informed by the pub
fishers that q 900 have been sold in four
months. Agents are rcaping Il rich har-
vest with it. We advertise it in another
column.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
Robbery and Arson.

At about 9 o'clock, On Sunday night,
the attention of the neig hbors was drawn
to an unusual noise in the rear Of the
store and residence occupied by Mrs.
Kleinpeter, on Africa street. One OF
them Mr.. B. A. Day, discovered smoke
issuing from one Of the rooms adjacent
to the back yard. Ascertaining that the
proprictress was absent he broke open
the door to enter the house, where he
found lot of bedding and furniture al
ready in blaze. With others he at once
set to work and succeeded in extinguish-
ing the fire, ere the firemen who were
quickly on the spot, could bring their
engines into requisition, The armoir
was found open and watch and locket
besides other articles taken therefrom.
A lot of flour and other goods had also
been carried away, some of these hav-
ing been dropped by the burglar in Mr.
McCabc's yard, across the way. The
dastardly scoundrel had sprinkled coal
oil in the room where the fire was dis
covered. SO far no clue has been OBJ
tanned to lead to the Identification Of the
guilty party or parties.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
SATURDAYS edition.
DR.. +. NJ. Brooks is at last actively

DR.. +. NJ. Brooks is at last actively
plying his business in his elegant new
store. This building, with its elegant
new front, is much larger and more com.
modious than his former stand, which
will enable enable him and his efficient
core Of assistants to supply the demands
of customers with astonishing dispatch.
Everything is arranged in the most per-
feet order aud system, especially the
handsome prescription counter and its
attachments. Country dealers shonld
remember that they can secure as good
bargains in drugs t!sisestablishment
as in any Northern City. We take no
small degree Of pleasure in commenting
this ho,uishiny drug house to those of
orr readers who are rs yet nnacquainted
with its enterprisins proprietor and gen
tlcmanly clerks.
Our business men should not fail to
take advantage of the excellent oppor-
tunity offered them through the medium
of the proposition to run the steamer
Carl Schurz between this place and
Waterloo. Such u line will he Of i'm.
mense advantage to Baton Rouge. II
will open new avenue of business tc
this place, the proceeds Of which art
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31

A heavy rain tell this morning, WHICH
lasted upwards of an hour. The streets
were flooded, and it was difficult to pass
certain points. We trust that the rain
is now over for a while, as we have al
ready had too much for the welfare of
the crops in this section.
A levee contractor informed us We'd
nesday that hands were very scarce, and
that it was almost impossible to secure
the necessary number to do the work.
We take this occasion to notify the Ia
boring class at large of this fact. The
wages paid is thirty dollars per month
and board.
Those of our newspaper friends who
favor press convention will please ex-
press a preference as to time and place.
BY reference to our masthead it will be
seen that Baton Rouge is strongly favor
cd as the place and the first Monday III
October as the time for meeting. Let
all who expect to attend express them
selves at once.
The crop prospects in this parish are
still cheering. Unless the weather,
which has been unusually wet and
threatening for the past week, brings
about some unfortunate disaster, we can
safely count OH magnificent harvest
of cane and cotton-the early corn hay
ing already matrred to the entire salts
faction of all.
Improvements are going on in all parts
of Baton Rouge. The latest building en-
terprisc that has come under our obscr-
walton since the completion of Mr.. Joe
Brooks new store, on Main street, is
the projected construction Of a large
! business house by Mr.. J. Kornmcycr, on
the corner of America and st. Ferdi-
| nand streets. And this is not all. Re-
pairs of every description are being
made all through.
The editor of the Jewish South favored
us with fratcrnal call Tuesday morn
ing. We were glad to see the gentleman
and form his acquaintance, as he is one
Of those sterling men of the Jewish
race who reflect upon it credit and hon
or. Cautious, yet bold, he fears not to
express his opinions upon subjects con-
ncctcd with the religion of Ills fathers,
while his temporal policy is tempered
with reason and practical good sense.
Architect Frcret arrived in Baton
Rouge yesterday morning to take the in
itiatory steps in the repairs on the State
House. Mcssrs. Burke and Brown, who
had COMO to the city day or two pro-
vious, came up on the same boat with
him, the former having signed and finally
secured the contract awarded TO him
by the Commission. Work will now
doubtless be pushed toward with vim.
We were happy to greet in our sanctlm,
Tuesday, our genial young friend, Mr..
Mark, of Plaqucminc. He was accom-
panied by Mr.. ', Avct, an active and
thorough-soing merchant of that place.
The home of these two gentlemen is, i'll
our opinion, one of the most enterprising
business points of its population to be
found in the South, and promises ere
many years to become of considerable
mercantile Importance. They report
everything fourishiny i'll that section,
with nothing but cheerful faces to greet
| and Welcome the waytarcv.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
Prof. Magruder's Collegiate
Institute.

In another column will be seen the
announcement that the session of 'SO-sl,
at this excellent college, will open on
Wednesday, Sept Goth. For twenty five
years has that eminent prcceptOr, Prot.
Magruder, labored in this city to achieve
the high reputation which is conceded
by all to be the due tribute to the sue
cess he has attained in imparting a thor
ough education to the many students
who have graduated under his guild
ance.
The students at the Collegiate Iusti-
tutc are subjected to the moralizing in
fucnccs of q home, while they also re-
ceivc all its comforts and attentions,
thereby guarding their health through
good diet and regular habits. They are
required to attend their respective places
of worship, and so control their actions
as to maintain the high estimation i'll
Which they are held by the good citizens
of Baton Rouge. Success is the criterion
of merit. Thus can the college be judged
through the distinguished men whose
education has been acquired within its
precincts.
We cannot too highly recommend the
Institute as an transformations, though
one of the best schools in the South.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
Died

LANE-In this parish, on Thursday, July 90
1850 at the residence, Michael Lane, native
of New York, anda resident Of this parish for
Is years-agea A years.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
Third Ward Gun Club.

LITTLE Rock PLANT, July !G'h, 1880,
Editor CArrroLIAN:
DEAR SIR-Thc following is the score
made by the Third Ward Primitive Gun
Club, at their meeting on Saturday,
July 25th, 1880:
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31

now rcaped by other sections. What
is needed is line that will carry pas
sengers and freight at such rates as will
justify planters and Others in coming to
this place aboard of her to do their trad
ing in person, and we feel sure Messrs.
Fisher and Sharp have the necessary
business qualities to make-a complete
success of the movement. More anon.
On Wednesday next, August 4th, the
Board of Supervisors of the Louisiana
State University and A. and NJ. College
will assemble in this city for the trans
action of important business.
We acknowledge the receipt Of an i'll
vitation, from the young men composing
the Committee, to attend the ball, to be
given by them at Mrs. Lcjenne's, next
Saturday, the It'll, inst, The Committee
is composed OF the following young gen
tlcmen: J. B. Doiron, Chas. +. Morri-
son, Numa Longuepe, Aug. Seguin, Jos.
s. Collins, J. NJ. Fourier, Oscar Bauer,
Deozore Aucoin, Jules Doiron, Theodore
DOirOn.
We are glad to hear that Mr.. John
Grady, whose property fell a victim to
the tire-fend short time ago, has nearly
rebuilt his establishment and will sOol
be ready for business. Mr.. Grady
is certainly an active young business
man, and will succeed in spite of adver
sity. We congratulate you, John.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-07-31
Notice to Delinquents
SHERIFFS OFFICE.

SHEKIF I UETICE,
Baton Rouge, July goth, 1880.
NOTICE is hereby given to all parties indebt.
~ oil to the State or parish for Licenses Of
1880, that on and after the 10th day Of August
next the law will be ligidly enforced against all
delinquents. Those wishing to avoid seizure
and costs, will call at my Office and settle with.
ont delay. ]. ". BATES,
July 81 Sheriff and Tax Collector.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06
Hancock and Longstreet.

A
/ Just two weeks ago Mr.. Hayes, who oc-
cupies the presidential chair TO which he
was never elected, appointed, and the
senate confirmed, the ex rebel Mejor Gem
eral Longstreet to be minister to Turkey
| to succeed Hon. Horace Maynard, who il
| to be postmaster general. A week ago.
Thursday, the democratic national conven-
ton nominated. by acclsmation. ; Gen.
Hancock for president of the United
States. These two facts suggest some
Interesting reflections. There has been no
invidious comment by the republican press
on the appointment of Longstreet to one
of the most important diplomatic trusts.
but the nomination OF Hancock for presi.
dent hss already elected not only invidi-
GUS criticism, but much shameful abuse
from sthe Republican press. And yet,
look for q moment at the two men. In
1868 there was a famous battle fought at
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. 1t was =,
bloody and terrific struggle. Ii tested the
metal of tive great enemies-one of iuva-
sion and the other of defense. The
battle was of vital significance to
the imperilled Union. 1t was a
pivotal struggle in the drama of an I'm
ing selected the place of fight" led the
wounded just as the tide of battle turned
toward the Uuion victory that was won,
Gen, 'Longstreet led the rebel army of
invasion, and stubbornly. though
fruitlessly, commended for the pos
sessions of Pennsylvania soil. Had
Longstreet, instead, of Hancock. been
victorious, tho battle Of Gettysburg would
in great likelihood, have proved the death
kueH of the Union cause. And, yet, the
Union hero. whose loyalty to the flag.
whose sacrifices for its supremacy, none
can question. is now the victim of parti-
san malignity, while the eX.rebel general.
who led against his vaioroas COLUMNS the
army of invasion, shares with the murder
Gus guerrilla. Mosby, the hoDors of q
Republican administration The speota-
Gle thus presented to the country unfolds
the whole dninus of the party now in
in power. It demonstrates the prevail.
ence of unparalleled hypocrisy. It proves
the utter lack of elevated convictions
among its leaders. It illustrates the fact
that well tested patriotism is at discount
among the present. holders of official
place. and that they are ready always not
only to maligin. but to barter public virtue
for personal subserviency to their ovD
partisan greed. s-..--
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06

Col. Moseby is coming home to stumI
for Garfield says the Cincinnati Gazette
Perhaps he is, and perhaps
he is rot. If we remember rightly
this reconstructed guerilla was en- ardent
supporter of Grant, and thus far that wins
OF the Republican party has not shown
any very great desire to ''whooper up
for the Credit Mebiiisr candidate and
DeGolyer pavement solicitor. Wher
simmered down, it viii be found to be
like most of the Republican assertion
uowadays-wind.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06

TIE Republican party can be beaten in
November and Hancock and English b
triurlphsntly elected, if the Democrats d.
not relax their work and 60 In to win
Over confidence is often as disastrous Al
lack Of interest. II should be considered
incumbent on every Democrat in the
country to go TO work. If this is done, il
is beyond the power of the Republican
party TO win. There is no moro effective
way than by. organization which ought te
be accomplished in every township in the
country. Effective organization will bring
out the full vote. awaken interest. solidify
the lines and make victory certain. Demo
Gratis, organize.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06

The Republican party represents sec
tional hate. class legislation. thievery aud
corruption in high plsces; is tho friend o.
whiskey ring thieves. Credit Motiiiel
steals, Union Pacific land grabbcis. De-
G0lyer jobs, aud presents = record the
most infamous in the history OF this Re-
public. The people are tired OF the ever
FASTING bloody shirt yell. and recognizes
that it is but pretext to cover up the 10
iquity of the Republican party. The peo-
pie will RELOCATE the Republican ringsters
to private life, and elect Hancock and
English in November next.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06

The Grant leaders refuse TO be comfort
ed and are still brooding over the snub at
Chicago. Sherman likewise il, disgruntIed
and .sannot be induced tofasorabIy CON-
slider the political interests of his betrayer,
Garfield. Il is o happy family lis the
Republican party just at this time. The
best OF their papers give but n siokly sup.
port 60 Garfield. It is hard job tc
praise man who is on record as guilty Of
corrlption-who at best is but political
trioi ster. There is no unanimity in the
Republican camp and MIR. Garfield cannoi
expect neither will he receive any support
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06
8. =. I1UMHARsS
FLUID
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This very useful and elegant preparation is uscd
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has the advantage over common Magneria, in being
| dissolved, and therefore not being liable 10 aecu-
muiatc III the bowels. 1t is decidedly superior to
Carbonate OF Soda or Potash, on account OF its ap
erient quality,
beneficial as pleasing sedatiye and apcrient in all
0: irritation acidity of the stomach feb lie
complaints. infantile disorders, sickness.
An ounce or two of this solution speedily re-
moves heartburn, acrid eructations and sourness,
or irregular digestion.
tive properties can be much augmented by taking
with it, or directly after l., little lemon juice
mixed with sugar and water, or even with cream
of tartar in this manner very agreeable eter-
vescept draugh can he safely taEcz at shy tine
The antisceptic qualities OF this solution, owing
to tie presence of 80 much carbonlc acid, have
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yer. AS lotion for the mouth, ii sweetens the
breath, and the Nagncsia cleans the teeth from
tartar.
The solution is almost invariably succeeded in
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cate persons subject from acids and crudities of
the stomach and bowels.
The attention Of the public lie particularly direct
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The sd bscriber having used the above article in
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testimony OF Mr.. Blake IN his favor.
Hartford, Conn. REV. JOHN CIRCUIT.
Providence, NOV. q, 194S.
Mr.. s. o. DUNBAE,-Dear Sir; am happy TO
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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06

The return of the Democratic party to
power means return to prosperity. Il
means reform in the governmental service
economy in all public affairs and clean,
honeat, reputable administration. II
means that the people will rule and not o
political syndicate. In short the advent
of Democratic rule means that we are &c
have government By and for the people
tho greatest good to the greatest mum
Der. In this belief the people will march
to the polls in November and vote for
Hancock and English in such numbers as
to make the defeat of the Republican
party certain-conclusiye-
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06
WOMEN ::

LeuCorrhna. Excessive Flowing, Painful.
Monthly Periods, Suppressions when from I'M
natural causes Irregularities, Weak Back, Prolap-
aus or Failing OF the Uterus AnterversiOn and
Retroversion, Bearing down Sensations, Interna
Heat, Nervous Depression, Debility, Dependency
Threatened Miscarriage, Chrome Congestlon Infia
nation and liberation OF the Uterus, Impo-
tency, Barrenness, or Sterlity, ana Female, Weak
ness.
Added to these are the pangs, the troubles, the
wearing strain OF maternity, and which often do
more toward breaking her constitution and weak
ening Other efforts than all else of her labor
and duties 1t is IN this direction that
one often discovers that which it most pitiful in
the life of such woman. She labors on through
the period of CESSATION to the last pGssipla moment
often oses eAeFl.lg aereelI, and often doing her
aid her OFFSPRING irreparable injury. The result OF
all this IL that the mother at that period of life
when she should pfss The threshold of vigorous
and cheerful old age. lie often broken down and
after year two of iutolerable suffering IL hur-
ried of TO the nearest chnrchyard
bottle or two OF ShoreY's Investigator taken
during the year, vii! not only make womaH's
life light ana happy, but will cure permanently
most of her complaints Sold by all druggists al
one dollar peg large pacAage Sold in Des Moines
wholesale and retail by
C. Ii. WARD & co /, and by druggists generally
FULLER & FULLER,
Wholesale Agents Chicago.
Depot, IS Cedar ST , New York. 6-26nwf&w
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1880-07-06

a monster mass meeting was held in
New York on Saturday night to ratify the
nomination of General Hancock. It is
described as the most enthusiastic gather
ing ever held ln that city. The Democracy
of New York are united as one man for
Hancock and English. and will roll up a
tremendous majority in November next