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St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22
GOLD DISCOVERED IN LOUIS
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A report has been III circulation
for some days of the alleged discov-
cry of rich gold and silver deposits,
or what are supposed to be such,
among the Sicily Island Hills, east
of the Ouachita river, some five
miles from the southeastern ex-
tremity of this parish. The parties
who made the discovery have en-
deavored to keep it q secret, but we
learn that crowds are focking
to the scene. We have not our
selves yet seen any of the ore or
quartz, which is said to be found In
large quantities, but the fact that
several old California miners, who
ale now residents of this parish,
have been absent from home for the
past four or five days, leads to the
belief that something is up.
tits needless to remark that if the
ore turns out what it is supposed
to be, it will prove a bonanza to
this entire section of the country.
The geological structure of Sicily
Island hills is decidedly favorable to
deposits of valuable minerals.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

cattle and horses need but one in
PRODUCTION to the stranger, and
shun it ever after, we can not afford
to dispense with it."
Warren Stone, of Lyon Co., Kan
sas. writes us: Here on these
treeless prairies barbed wire is al
most a necessity, and without doubt
is great blessing. The land has
lain vacant around Emporia for
years, because il was impossible to
open u new farm and fence il with
boards at the price demanded for
lumber here. But now everything
is changed; new farms spring up as
if by magic. 1t is only question OF
two days to fence "a quarter section.
We have post driver here run by
horsepower, that has mallet
weighing 200 lbs. A 5O-lb. one
would make no impression on this
prairie-sod. I find that it Is i'm
practicable to make n good fence
unless the posts are driven and the
wire stretched tight. Almost every
kind of barbed wire is in Use here
and none are toe severe; the town
cattle viii stop for nothing else. We
make a very good fence with two
wires. that is proof aSaint cattle.
The best fences here are two wires
with board between them.
I put the board on top, so that
horses can see it better. But for
all purposes / would want no better
fence than two wires and q board
between. Iwrite this to encourage
You in the work of commencing
wire fences. 1t is so quickly done;
there are no boards to blow off, de-
cay, etc. No other kind of fence
is made here since the introduction
Of barb wire. I think it only ques-
ton of time when it will be SO every
where"
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22
DAILY MAIL.

4 daily mail will be established
between New Orleans and Coving-
ton, from and after the LIST of June,
Much of the credit for this exceed
insly desirable arrangement is due
to the exertions OF Senator Z. John
Ellis, who is ever watchful over the
interests of bis constituents, who
recognize this fact. and are duly
grateful for his efforts in their be-
half.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Among other first-class citizens
nominated for Aldermen of the
town of Covington. we notice with
pleasure the name of our friend and
former co-worker on the Item, VIC.
kentzel. The Covingtonians evi-
IDENTIFY know good man when they
see him. Daily City Item. :.
Ahem! We fully coincide/w with
the views expressed BY pur wide
awake contemporary, tbs Rem. upon
the above subject"
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Mr.. Judah P. Benjamin, who has
been retained for the Tichborne
claimani. expresses himself as being
confident, not only of quashing the
sentence, but of establishing Orton's
identity with Roger Tichborne. I'm
portant witnesses and facts not pre-
scented at the first trial are, it is re-
ported, to be forthcoming.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

The tllinoisRepublican Conren-
s e assembled in Springfield last
n 's.usy. and adjourned until
,n;ttaa - .a'er eppointiLg a COM
aa, .sss On credentials. contss.ipp
ns,sssI'ons are present from coos
and Green counties. The prelim ei
nary arrangements were lnanipu.
lated BY the Grant men, who will
probably secure a'solid Grant dele.
cation to the Chicago conrent;on
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

The railroad from New Orleans
to Houston will be finished and
through trains running about the
fourth of July, and perhaps before
that time, unless some unforeseen
obstacle arises to hinder the pro-
gress of the work. The distance
from New Orleans to Houston, by
this route, is 86I miles.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22
CHARGE TO THE GRAND JURY

=
The following is the text OF Judge
Thompson's charge to the Grand
Jury, at the opening of Court last
Monday:
Gentlemen of the Grand Jury:
The oath which you have just
taken contains q clear and concise
statement of your duty. You are
to carefully examine into all mat
tiers brought before You, and then,
if satisfied that the law has been
violated by the accused, it becomes
your duty to prosecute the offender,
regardless of any considerations o!
fear. favor, affection or hope of re-
ward. If the examination has not
convinced you that there is suffi-
clent evidence against the accused
to warrant his being put upon trial,
you are not to allow any motives of
envy, hatred or malice to induce
You to indict an innocent person.
All the proceedings of your body
you are to keep secret--not only to
keep guilty parties from being, lore
warned of danger eii1d making their
escape, I1tsoin order that the
-ttlliirld may be encouraged in inform
ing against the lawless.
Your foreman is authorized to
administer oatLs, and you have the
power to compel the attendance of
such witnesses as you desire to ex-
anime. You can call on the Dis
trict Attorney for such advice as
you may need, and he will prepare
the bills OF indictment for the sig
nature of your foreman. 1t requires
at least twelve of your number to
find true bill.
You may adjourn for any time
not exceeding three days without
asking leave Of the Court; but as
each day OF your attendance is a
burden upon the taxpayers of the
parish. you should waste as little
time as possible.
While all the criminal laws of
this State are to be enforced byyou,
there are certain statutes to which
it is my duty to specially direct
your attention. They are the fol-
lowing articles Of Rays Revised
Statutes. The Judge then read
and explained articles SO, SS3,
go, 924. 932, $50, 6Sl, 1881, 1892,
and Act of 1877 relative to selling
liquor to minors, and Act OF 1880
relative to the trapping or poison
ing OF fish.
The position which you now oc-
cupy is il most res, ,onsibie one. As
citizens of this community, selected
for the purpose OF bringing before
the bar of justice all persons who
have been guilty of any crime i'll
this parish, you are for the time be-
ing the guardians of the law. The
peace and welfare of tuis COMMUNE
ty, and the safety of the lives and
property of your naighbors, your
families and yourselves-much de-
ponds upon your prompt, fearless
and intelligent discharge of your
duties. Your failure to present any
offender will induce others to VIC
late the law, which is brought into
contempt by your neglect
Remember, gentlemen, that you
have taken q solemn oath to per-
form all the duties which I have
just explained to you. The peace
and dignity of the State are for the
time being III your hands. L doubt
rot that you will prove faithful to
the trust.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Among the many visitors in town
this week, we observed the genial
countenance of our old friend and
staunch fellow-citizen, Col. Steve
Mlzell, of Bogne Chitto.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

The great boat race between the
champions, Hanlan and Courtney,
came off in Washington last We'd
nesday, Hanlon gaining an easy
victory. The distance was five
miles, and be made the trip in thir,
ty-seven minutes. About $4,000
changed hands, and fully 100000
people witnessed the race.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

It is rumored here thai NIr. J. ".
Terry, merchant. of Osyka, Miss,
and gentlemen well known to our
Bar as Q persistent itigant, was
shot and killed in that town by a
negrola few days since.-Greensbur9
Gazette. -
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

The steamer Strassburg arrived
at Baltimore, 25th of April, with
1914 emigrant passengers. This is
the largest number of emigrants
ever brought by one ship on any
one voyage. Seven infants died
and two were born on the voyage.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Gen. Gordon, United States Sen
ator from seorgia. unexpectedly
rendered his resignation to the Gov
ernor of that State last Wednesday.
He says his private business now
requires all his attention,
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22
Cotton Statement.

The shipments of cotton from
Corinston since the LIST Of Septem-
Der amount TO 2l23 bales.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Ex-Governor Henry s. Foote,
Superintendent of the New Orleans
Mint, died at his home near Nash
vile, last Wednesday.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Here, John, don't eat those crackers up"
Said she with hateful snap;
They're some saved on purpose
To put in the baby's pap"
'.WelJ," said John, edging for the door,
And reaching for his hat,
'sWhat makes ycu so cross about 1T Them
Amt l the babys pap?'
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22
HUMOROUS.

"Do you," said Fanny, t'other day.
In earnest love me as You say:
Or are those tender words applied
Alike to fifty girls beside?'
s.Dear, cruel girl" cried !. forbear;
'.For by those eyes. those lips, swear-'
She stopped me as the oath l took,
And cried. you've sworn, now kiss the
book
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Politicians should swear by Jupi-
ter. He was the first to bolt.
Smith-tBut, say, who gave away
the bride?" Jones-"I forget; but
at any rate it was perfect give
away"
A school marin, who was kissed
in the dtar!s, By mistake, explained
I-6er omission to use any Lighter
nearly two weeks afterwards on the
ground of hard times.
In Georgia the ladies often hunt
rabbits with shot-guns. Nobody
thinks it out of the way. 1t does
the rabbits no harm and keeps the
ladies from having the dyspepsia.
At railroad festival the follow
ing striking sentiment was given:
Our mothers-The only faithfnl
tenders who never misplaced
switch"
The Danbury News says that viii
lage has several old ladies who are
ninety years of age and older who
do not use glasses. These will do
to offset the old gentlemen who use
about GO glasses per day.-Graphic.
The following is the origin of the
phrase Catching a Tartar: An
Irish soldier under Prince Eugene
called out to his comrade in a bat
tie against the Turks that he had
caught Tartar. Bring him along
then," said the other. He won't
come" was the reply. ''Then come
yourself" He won't let me"
sPercy Perkins Yes, a bunch
Of immortelles is nice present to
send IL girl, but if you mean bust
ness it may be well to know tnat
caramels frequently take the per-
simmon in cases where immorte,,es
wouldn't reach the lower branches.
The expression, Uneasy lies the
head that wears . crown" is alb
surd, because no sensible king ever
goes to bed with his crown on. He
always hangs it on the back of q
chair, with his vest.
A repeater tried to vote for
dead man i'll San francisco, and
little Irishman objected. ION what
sround?" said the Judge. Because,
begorra," said Pat, ''the man died
in the fourth ward, and We are after
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22
CONVICTION, LA.
Saturday. May 92, 1880.

Middling cotton was quoted in
New Orleans last Wednesday at
1lsc.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22
BARBED WIRE FENCES.

oGiIe 10 Qecl;tfe ueuSeS, Oh Sucn
height and thickness, and possess
ing such other requisites as they
may establish, and fences construct
ed with posts and barbed wire. and
possessing such other requisites as
they may establish" to be lawful
fences throughout the parishes. or
i'll certain parts only of the same.
Among of the principal adyan-
tages claimed for bar5ed wire fences
are their cheapness and durability.
La declaring this style of fence law
ful, it will be necessary to describe
the manner in which it shall be
constructed. This can only be de-
termined By aseartaining the needs
of the parish or locality proposing
to adopt it. A fence that would be
effective in s country where it is
only necessary to guard against the
inroads of horses and cattle, would
prove of little or no avail in Il
locality where. hogs and sheep ere
raised. For the information of our
readers, He publish the following
correspondence, upon the subject Of
htrjed wire fences, which we copy
from the american -4griculturist:
BARBED FENcEs-wHAT coRREspoND-
ENTs SAY.
r. Novis, of Coles CO., ILL.,, writes:
II have no direct or indirect
interest in any fence, except that |
want to use the cheapest and best.
Six years ago I put up 40 rods of
bar5ed wire fence and each year
have added to it, and like it so well
that this year I am selling of
(good) and burning up (decayed)
both rails and board fence, because
l think it better and cheaper to
bnild wire fence than to repair the
old, although I am selling new
wooden rails on the place. AS to
posts, I find that a few good posts
answer, with Young trees set in the
row, so that when the posts are
gone it leaves your fence an orna-
mant instead of an eye sore. Then
it is Sc cheap. Two wires will turn
the worst large stock; three for
calves and sheep, and five for hogs.
The railroads use nothing else
here; and as 4 man and a boy can
put up half a mile in a day, after
the posts are set, it saves labor.
Travellers do not steal it for
kindling or seat boards, nor travel
across your land. As to its being
'barbarous,' / have never known an
animal really hurt with it, and if
they are scratched they will not try
it again. The only place I have
found it would not do was around
| small lots where a number of cattle
are kept; they will hook each other
though it.
L. B. Goodwin, of Rock Island
County, ILL.,, writes-"My own
FENCE has only one barbed wire
above two boards, and has turned
stock thoroughly for two years
When l had a board in place of this
wire, we often had the fence broken
(mostly by colts rubbing against it,
which never has happened since
the wire was put on. There is a
great deal of barbed wire fence III
this nsighburhood, end the Guam
tity is increasing. Cattle aye free
commoners' here, and there is
large area of open prairie where 500
or 100 head of cattle a,d horses run
through the summef, and / have yet
to hear ola break in my barbed fence
unless tha.cattle We're stampeoea'
knowSof several instances where
horses were seriously hurt by run
ming against the barbs. One OF my
a;Tb,,ors had to sew up l0 gashes
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

The Louisville Courier-Jouraol, q
staunch advocate of Mr.. Tilden,
is opposed to the instruction of dele
gates TO the Cincinnati Convention.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1880-05-22

Legal Advertisments-On Dollar per
square for the first insertion, and Fifty
Cents for each subsequent insertion.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1880-10-13

WATERBURy.-Mrs NJ. l.. Wells, the popular
milliner at Duxbury Corner, is now in New York
purchasing her stock Of fall and winter millinery
and fancy goods. Mrs Wells is veteran in the
department of trade on which so much Of the
happiness OF the female heart depends. Her Sc
lectons OF goods are always characterized by rare
good taste and judgment, and her skill as a
buyer enables her to make prices that defy COM
petition. Look out for her advertisement next
week. Local enterprise is shown in the effort
now being made to obtain the requisite funds
properly to improve and beautify Railroad Park.
About six hundred dollars has been raised, which
sum it is desired to increase to one thousand. 1t
is contemplated to fill the sag near the depot re-
move the fence and surround the enclosure with
granite curbing, set out trees and in other ways,
as means are contributed make the place an at
tractive feature in the village. The spirit Of i'm
provement thus disclosed is very commendable.
Let it be extended to taking in some arrangement
for lighting the streets during the dark evenings.
Some additional outlay on sidewalks would not
be amiss. Those improvements in connection
with the Waterbury hotel under the enterprising
proprietorship of Mr.. Lamson, and the efficient
and very popular management OF its present land
lord and lady, Mr.. and Mrs. Bishop, will make
this village with its picturesque surroundings a
permanent and increasing resort for summer Wis
itors from which the community generally may
reap social and material advantage in the time
to come. A small outlay would open up some
delightful drives amid scenery more attractive
than can be viewed from the drives along the
highway passable road to the summit Of
Camel's Hump would obviate the hardships which
now make the ascent OF the mountain impractl-
cable except to strong men and women. Timely
attention to these matters people OF Waterbury,
and judicious systematic effort will develop aud
utilize the exceptional attractions and advantages
of your village.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1880-10-13
Fire Record.

In BURLINGTON The Free Press says: 1.-THE
most destructive fire we have had TO chronicle in
a long time broke out at about four o'clock Tues
day afternoon in the large tenement house be-
longing to Morio Noyes, Esq, on King street,
near Battery. There was some unaccountable de-
lay In giving the alarm and when the fire COM
psnies reached the spot 1.-THE Ethans getting on
the first stream It too late to save the build
ing, and the most that could be done was TO pro-
tect adjoining property, which, after hard fight,
they were successful in doing. The house was
occupied by eight families, and so quickly did the
flames spread that they were obliged to fly for
their lives, n number of the inmates losing all
their earthly possessions. The origin Of the fire
is mystery and probably alwayswill be. twas
first observed in the barn which connects with
the house In the rear, and the only plausible
theory advanced is that the fire was started by
some children playing near it, the barn itself be-
ing securely locked. During the fire the heat
was intense and the firemen worked under great
disadvantages but az usual they fought right
CALAMITY and are entitled to a great deal of credit
The building was of wood, four and one-hal
stories in height, and was built by Mr.. Noyes Ii
1851 It was valued at about 81, 900 and was in
sured for 81 600 in the Vermont Mutual
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1880-10-13
JRNAL, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 49, 1s
The Muster.

The chief feature in the proceedings at Camp
Farnham Wednesday was the inspection and re-
view OF the regiment and the battery by Cover
nor Proctor and his staff attended by Adjutant
and Inspector General Peck, Quartermaster- Cen
eral Kingsley, Lieutenant Governor Cotton, the
governor and acknowledgements elect, Secretary
OF State Nichols and Speaker Martin Conspicu-
Gus also among the members OF the reviewing
company was Colonel Lyman OF the British regu-
lar army. By invitation of Colonel Peck the
members OF the legislature were present, and
large concourse Of spectators were interested wit
nesses Of the unwonted display. The weather
had displayed during the day all the fickleness
OF April, but a clear afternoon was vouchsafed
this occasion. At half-past three o'clock the for
NAL services ofinspection and review commenced,
closing at FIVE o'clock with dress parade. The
appearance Of both the regiment and the battery
ELECTED the highest commentator, not only from
the official inspectors but also from observant and
critical spectators. Colonel Peck, as well as the va
rious company officers deserves great credit for the
high degree Of efficiency in military drill to which
the regiment has attained. The spectators were
afterwards initiated into the mysteries Of artillery
drill and practice, in which great interest was
MANIFESTED although Rt the rlsk OF shattered
tympanums paptating under the unfamiliar
conclusion Of artillery firing. Captain Fuller
and his command held an important place in the
estimation Of large class Of visitors to the camp.
There is a charm and novelty in the artillery arm
Of the service that appeals strongly to the inter
est Of the people generally. The military broke
camp Thursday afternoon. The weather was fair,
but cool, and the muster was a very successful
one. The boys, on the whole, seemed to have
had an agreeable time.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1880-10-13

TERRIBLE RAILROAD ACCIDENTAL frightful
collision occurred at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania,
early Sunday morning. by which twenty persons
were killed, and as many more will die. A Sec
ton of an accommodation train, crowded with
people who had been to the city to attend the ex-
position and political meeting, left the city go
ing east The back platform WAS 80 crowded
that the headlight Of the second section could not
be seen, and the signal lanterns on the rear of
the first section could not be seen by the engineer
of the second section The second section crashed
into the OF the first, the engine burying itself
to the cab windows among the passengers, mang-
ling all who were in its course To make the
more horrible, the boiler-head was burst of
by the shock, and scalding steam and water
poured upon the suffering occupants OF the car
Physicians and help were Immediately summoned
The nag-man did not obey orders to go back hall
a mile to flag the following train.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1880-10-13

HARDwIcK. The fall arrangement Of trains and
time on the ST. Johnsbury Lake Champlain
railroad went into operation on Monday, the ith.
BY 1t trains leave this station as follows: Going
east, mail, 82i A. M. B.; express, s 20 r. NJ freight
Except Mondays and Tuesdays) II As p. NJ;
Stock Monday 535 A Nj butter (Tuesdays)
3 II NJ. Going west, mail, 62S +. NJ, express,
S,25 A. NJ; freight, ll25 A. M This change
greatly improves the accommodation TO local
travel aud business. We can now 20 to Swanton
or Burlington, remain several hours, and return
the same day Fred Perley has so far recoy-
cred his health to be able TO go TO work again.
.. Emma Manning Huntley. an accomplished
elocutionist gives public exhibition here Friday
evening of this week We understand the pro-
ceeds are to be equally divided between the Peo-
pies church, Boston, and the local church here.
I'M. f. Tucker and d. Bridgman have bought
the Mackville saw mill property OF William ii.
Coburn for 81 300. This event will no doubt
greatly stimulate the lumber business in that sec
ton, and bring into use a large tract of lumber
lands in Woodbury., conveniently accessible to
this mill go. II. A. Earle was arrested few days
since for an indecent assault upon Mrs. Fisher
Of Woodbury., while under the influence Of liquor.
Procuring bail, his trial examination was con-
tinued to the 10th. Rumor says that he has gone
west,,.A. b. Thomas, son OF Oscar Thomas
Esq, OF Woodbury., is reading law at II. 4. Car
ter's office In this place,.,.A. NJ. Woodbury. is
making preparations to raise up the old post
office building and put cellar or basement under
1t, The first hard killing frost OF the season oc-
CURED ON the morning Of Tuesday, the 9th