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Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20
A Noble Enterprise.

Drayton b. Hayes is now connected with
the New Orleans Democrat ~ special trav-
cling correspondent. In addition to the
other duties Of travelling correspondent,
the following special work has been as
signed 10 him: To furnish the Democrat
with full accounts OF the parishes in the
4th aud 9Th Congressional Districts; their
geographical position. population, size, soil
water courses, minerals, school aud chutch
facilities, &c, &c. This work 10 underta-
ken by the Democrat for the general good
of the state, without hope of other reward
than sucii rs will accrue TO it and other
enterprises from the increased prosperity
of the state caused bv flow of emigration.
This week Mr.. Hayes will spend in Web
ster parish. collecting data for the article
on that parish. Next week he will go to
Union parish. He will be grateful to the
people wherever he may go for aid in this
great aud valuable work. While there are
some persons who may be honestly opposed
to emigration for what they conceive to be
valuable reasons, there can be no doubt in
the minds Of the majority that Louisiana
would be benefited by an addition TO their
population Of honest, energetic and indus
trious white people. We have state
second to 70 other one in the Union in all
those advantages sought by agricultural
classes, Cnpitulists, too, will find, when
the facts are made known to the world,
that they eau invest their money to asplem-
did advantage right here in the way of
manufacturer. &c. The Democrat pro-
poses to let the world know what Louisiana
really is and then men seeking homes or
! to inve,t their funds will have only them
selves to blame if they do not take advan-
tagr Of all the State Offers them.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

On each side of every commas.
ment in the railway car OF India |.
n revolving lattice, which 10 KEN
constantly wet by n reservoir Of "a.
ter on the top Of the carriage. 4
revolving lattice is in the form 4 =
spokeless wheel, and is construeteS
of fibrous particles Of bamboo, a.
coanut and rice straw. When M,
is thoroughly wet the hot air nan.
ing through becomes cool and deli.
cious.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20
SHREVEPORT.
A Terrible Domestic Tragedy Killing Of a
Seducer by the Victims Father.
Especial To the Democrat. )

SHREVEPORT, April H.-Capt 5. NJ
Thomas, Of this city, vent into the room Of
his brothcr-in-law, VI. Hugh Dickson, liv.
ing NJ the Ruslr Point plantation, on Red
river, in this parish, eighteen mites above
the city, yesterday morning about day
light, walked him mp ont OF his bed and
shot him through the head with pistol
from the effect Of which Dickson died in
about three hours. Thomas had obtained
undouhtca evidence that Dickson had
druggrd his daughter and outraged her
person. He IT once returned To Shrcyr.
port and gave himself mp. Great sympa.
thy is felt for Thomas in the community,
and it is generally regarded that he per
formed II righteous act. Capt. Thomas is
well known in North Louisiana. and dur.
ing reconstruction represented the Bosser
district in the State Senate. Dickson. the
deceased, was an intelligent aud well
educated young mau, single, and aged
about IS years lie WAS born in Bossirr
parish, anG. was a planter of considerable
means. The tragedy has created pro
found sensation here. IA several worthy
and highly respectable families are involv
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

"A line advertisement inserted one
week in 300 newspapers for ten dollars"
so reads the advertisement of "a prominent
advertising agency in New York Daily.
A little over three cents for each paper,
and about one-third Of cent line. We
have our opinion of any paper that will
prostitute its columns in this way, aud that
opinion is, that failure will certainly
be it's lot before many moons shall have
passed.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20
[ Associated Press Report. !

SHREVEPORT, La, April ll--Samuel "
Thomas, Of this city, shot and killed Hugh
NJ Dickson yesterday morning at his plan
tation, sixteen miles up the river, in this
parish. Dickson was his brother in-law
and confidential friend, who had chloro-
formed aud ruined Thomas daughter. She
married four month ago aud gave birth TO
affidavit charging her uncle ~ the father
All the parties concerned are Of prominent
families. Thomas surrendered. but bis
course is too strongly Endorsed to give him
any trouble.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20
HOMER MALE COLLEGE

THE TWENTY FIRST SESSION will ~
L gin the First Of September. .h~r
The Fall Term ends the 2d OF DEE" -.
The Spring Term will begin the 50 "
nary, and end the I'D of June, iooi.
Tuition, 3, 4 and dollars per %i
PAYABLE at the end Of each mon's'
other arrangements are made lii /,
A liberal deduction for tuition P''-
adrdnce per term. A. -
pills entrance. 49,, s,s -
Board, including lights ana ioo'
Board Al the College, including 1870
fuel and tuition, from IL % 10 dos" y -
month, payable mostkfy IN adps:0SG
cent. allowed for payments IN sd'~
term. Address ~~ -
july IL, leeN.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The President does not appear inclined
10 withdraw the nomination of Robertson
for Collector of Customs at the port of New
York. Robertson is very offensive to Coax
ling, and the prospect of a bitter war be-
tween the President and the New York
Senator is increasing every day.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The weather tor the last week has been
quite favorable for the planters. From
the best information We have, we judge
that the bulk Of the cotton crop splanted.
There is considerable complaint sbout the
corn not having come up we'll A warm
rain would DO very sooeptible and bene6-
cial.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Thts term of court has been the longest
holden in Homer for many years As the
court at Farmeryille begins next week,
Judge Graham will have to adjourn this
the third week without having completed
the Ascket. The cases are all of All iusig-
niAesnt AAkare. Only ORC or two in which
to ssuse OF cation i. over two hundred
dollars in value.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

There is n movement on foot in MiSsis
sippi to unirc the Republicans, Indcpeu-
dents aud Grernbackrrs il opposition 10
the Democrats i'll the approaching State
election. IL is said that eX-Gov. Alcorn
ernor, and they eoHn, on many Democratic
votes. ThrPrc-idrnt favors the movement,
we suppose, with n view of breaking ny
fncitt is to put good men on the ticket, aud
thus overcome the fear of the whites nfnc-
gro dominion. In case this movement
should succeed in Mississippi, similar at
trmpt> will be- made in other southern
States.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The scarcity of cotton seed is occasion
parish. We have heard some INQUIRIES
made for seed BY our planters, aud should
the first planting meet with any disaster,
seed to replant would bcvery scarce, and We
doubt if the requisite quantity could be
had at all.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Col. J. W. Berry, Of Mnden, met with
a serious accident last week. While at
tempting to drive his horse on the ferry
boat at Sykes Ferry he was thrown from
his buggy and had his arm fractured. He
is reported doing well,
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

1t will be seen, by reference to the
change in advertisement Of "Raclsnd's
Sale and Feed Stable" that Mr.. Ragland
has associated with him in the business
Mr. W. {. Murrrll, and that the firm is
now, Ragland * Murreii
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

We call special attention to the an
nouncsment of F.. l.. johnson, Familiarity
known as Boss johnson, for mayor. Mr..
johnson is good business man, true gem
tleman and would make a faithful and ex-
cellent officer. We trust he will receive a
liberal support. Our citizens can elect
no more worthy or deserving gentleman
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Hon. John :. Young passed through
town this week on his way from Monroe
where he had been TO attend court, To
his home in Shreveport. This gentleman
has many friends and admirers here among
the people, where he once lived, who are
always glad TO see him.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The Webster Tribune favors the adop.
ton of Mr.. Gunby's resolution admitting
young ladies Us students into the Louisia-
ns State University. We expressed our
appreciation Of the measure last week and
would be glad to see every journal in the
State speak ont III it, favor.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The Washington correspondent of
the New Orleans Times, telegraphs
that journal under date of the 18th
inst, as follows:
The colOred delegation from Loui.
siana, Pinchback, Dumont and 9th.
ers, start home tonight. They got
nothing decisive touching appoint.
ments. In the new United States
District Court OF Louisiana appoint.
ments have about been decided I'D.
on. They are: Boarman, Judge:
Dan Gorhaul, United States Dis.
trict Attorney; Ross Wilkinson. of
Caddo, or Martinez, of st. Martin,
United States Marshal. Martinez
is Darralls man and will probably
get it. Antoine stands first for the
Shreveport postoffice.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

1t is said that tn" young man Genera !
Lees daughter WAS engaged to, was hung
as spy by Garfield during his Tennessee
campaign.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Mr.. Evarts, who has gone to Paris to at
. tend the money conference rs one OF the
representatives of the United States. speaks
French people expect to have another
revolution before he finishes his first SEN
tepce.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

A young man who didn't like The
color OF his hair wrote to u chemist
asking: "What is the best dyipr
receipt" The chemist wrote bach:
"Fool with an empty shotgun
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

II Is now said that the new book Of l.,
ferson Davis, THE Rise and Fail ~ "a.
Confederate Government will inu. -
the publishing house of the Appleton. 1, !.
short time. The New Orleans Time. ~,
that an agent is in that city soliciting ,,A
scribers. The book has excited er,., !.
terest throughout the entire country.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The New York Worlds Fair Commission.
ers are cheerful again. They say now
that they have received sufficient pledges
To assure the success Of the show. II is
further announced that it will be held in
the same building as the Philadelphia
Centennial, it having been purchased for
the purpose.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The Chicago Times says that the Illinois
Legislature is all ignorant aud corrupt
body, aud launches forth into the extreme
proposition to do away with all State Leg
laws for us. The New York sun very prop
crly severely dcnounces such revolutionary
doctrines. There are ~ many people dis
pleased with Congress ~ with the Illinois
Legislature. II the suggestion Of the Chi
cago Times was adopted, these people
would call for like action in regard to Con-
gress, and leave rs without any government
at all.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

A. +. Jarvis, at one time a prominent
citizen Of thi, parish, died in Tcxarkana
on the 18th INST. The deceased was well
known here, and connected by marriage
with some of the best families of the parish
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

a married woman said to h.,
husband, "You have never takn
me to the cemetery mo, dear
he replied, "that is q pleasure I
have yet in anticipation
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The trial NJ beaumont Buck has resulted
in his acqulttal. He was acquitted by a
New York, and not hya Texas. jury. II he
had been acquitted by Tcxa, jury the
Northern papers would have howled about
the admission of an acquitted Texas crimi-
nal into the classic precincts ofWc>t Point.
As it is they are compelled to recognise the
verdict of u jury composed Of their own
intelligent citizens Itmakcs vast differ
ence 10 the Northern mind which looks up.
on Southern jury ~ twelve empannclled
criminals.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The condition of Lord Beaconshed is
much improved. His physicians are now
confident Of his ultimate recovery.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

II is said that one divorce - granted ia
every eight marriages in Chicago.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Gcorg" Gill, wife and mother lrfs Homer
last Monday on an extensive travelling tour
in quest of health and pleasure. May they
find both.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The new Delaware ballot law is very
strict All ballots must lie exactly alike
in shape, form aud size, aud the paper on
which they are printed can only be pro.
cured from the Secretary Of State.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The Governor of Massachusetts has APP
pointed ex.United States Attorney-Gcncr-
al Deven-, to seat oil the supreme bench
Of that State.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Foc nineteen years orr esteemed friend
w II. Scanland, has owned and controlled
the Bossier Banner, and ia that time has
written much that rebounds greatly To his
CREDIT AS an able journalist, good citizen
and man of pure morals. Such papers
as the Banner ito much toward the eieva-
ton aud Improvement Of society. May
Bro. Scanlsnd live TO publish the Banner
many years longer.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

We publish TO-DAY two kilograms f,om
the New Or.cans Democrat with regard to
Thomas, his bruthrr-in-law. The .itor of
the Guardian knows both partir, well, and
saw them together IN New Orleans Year
ago. Onr opinion of Mr. Dickson was II
favorable one We were Therefore pro-
foundly astonishcd To hear Of this fearful
tragedy and its horrible cause. OF course
there can he hnt one opinion as to the jus
tice of the dead mans fate. ifhr was really
guilty of the alleged otTrnse.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Hunting bear is good sport, bot
when the bear hunts the hunter |,
looks like carrying the joke to-
far.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20
We notice that our friend -

We notice that our friend, A. M.,,..
p., an able an enterprising jourp.,,.. -.
editor Of the Country Visitor, win p,,,..
soon the Country Visitors Mae.s,e. -.
tanning descriptions Of the Louisi.s. =,
Mississippi Lake and Sea sid. -.
sketches, novelties, poetry, &C. ~
magazine will be sold at ten cent, , -.
and we doubt not will repay peru,.,
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Col. Thomas A. Scott's interest III the
Texas aud Pacific Railroad which he
recently sold TO Jay Gonld, amounted To
nearly four millions.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Some people think that in not
minding their own business tbey
are serving the Lord.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Justice Woods, of the United States
Supreme Court, recently rendered u dccis.
ion which shows that the railroad corpo.
rations of the country have little 10 hope
for from him. He decided that the lcgis-
la,ure have tho authority, and the power
TO delegate that authority 10 commission
To regulate fares and freight, and held that
it was the duty Of the State to regulate
the passenger and freight traffic on rail
ways, aud to insist on reasonable rates.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

We will publish in our next issue an
obituary of George W. Price, deceased.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

The parish has lost in the resignation of
y. X. Coleman as Parish Surveyor, au eff
cient and faithful officer. We regret the
force Of crcumstances which rendered his
resignation necessary. J. II. Simmons has
been appointed Mr.. Coleman's successor,
and is gentleman well qualified for the
position. and will make IL good surveyor.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

A plague Of gnats has Infested the town
since Thursday last. Some call them tur-
key gnats, others buffalo gnats, by any
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

1t is alleged by the dissatisfied
that this year winters tale is alto.
gether too long.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Col. Thomas A. Scott the great railroad
king of Pennsylvania, has given the prince
ly sun Of fifty thousand dollars to Wash
ington aud Lee University of Virginia.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

See Mayors notice Of town election.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

Ex-senator Bruce of Mississippi, has
declined the position of United States
Minister to Brazil, on account of the un-
healthiness of the climate.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

District Court will adjourn Thursday.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20

senator David Davis las written letter
ad, I-ing ia" disbaudmcut ofthe D,ni"crat-
ic party. Senator Davis says that both par
ties are controlled 10y monopolirs and
neither can assert its will or policy, or
that Of its constituents. The Senator
thinks that il the Democratic party would
disbaud, the Republican party would fall
to pieces because 1t is Gully kept together
by Federal patronage and by the agitation
of sectional questions, and the two old par
ties being destroyed would open the way
for new parties representing the will of the
people.
Claiborne guardian. [volume] (Homer, La.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-20
Agricultural Implement

AGENTS FOR
+. n J. Brooks Anchor Brand Nsis ".
and Spike~;
l.. s. Metallic Cartridge Co.;
Winstead Hoe Co, Wiustesd, Conp.
II. Disston & sons Celebrated f'""
Philadelphia;
Fox Breech Loading Gun;
Globe Cotton Planter. al.
March %, 1881.
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1881-05-08

A LETTER from St. Petersburg gives
gloomy account OF the new Cars life
at the castle Of Gatschina. thirty miles
from the Capital. Before the Court
wac removed thilher several hundred
artisans Of the Preobrnzinsky regiments
were sent TO make the necessary altera-
tions. At midnight they were assem-
bled in church at Gat.china aud were
sworn to sileuce-death being the pen
atty for violation OF the oatb. Ten
roubl-s Was the price OF each mans
silence. The alterations were made in
forty eight hours. Voiki whisky soon
loosened the tongues Of tue workmeu,
and the following Is description Of the
precautions against assassination made
in the palace Of the Car: A subter.
ranean passage leads from the Cars
room to the stable, where number OF
horses are kept saddled and bridled
day aud night. Sentinels are posted at
intervals Of twenty yards around the
building. The Imperial bedroom has
two windows. protected ut night by mas.
sive iron shutters. which can only he
reached frem the outside by passing
through three spacious ante.cbamb,fs,
in which are posted eighty CussacEs
to speak aud move about in two outer
rooms, but in the hall adjoining the
Cars bedroom perfect silence is main
tnined all night. A General on duty for
the day sits in an easy chair, his Co.'S
saoks sitting on n divsn which runs
around the whole room. AZ the Gen
erals right IL a knob CT electric appa.
tatus, which rings bell in every guard.
house within the palace grounds. When
the Emperor is about to retire. before
shutting tho door, he removes the outer
handle so that no entrance can be
effected until he himself personally >
opens the door from the inside. Unlike
his father, lie cannot endure armed sol
dicrs In his bed chamber. Several
mines were discovered at st. Petersburg,
md a quantity Of dynamite vas seized
just after II had been introduced iulo
the court yard Of the Palace Of Gatschi
ma concealed In ,nd Of hoy. Th,
Czarina is seriously III, beitg subject tt
severe neryous attacks, and strange hal
lucinations. Hessy Helfmnn's Illness
is expected to he brought to close il
a very short timo. and IL is thought ,hi
will DO tho signal for her execution
Tho Paris Intronsisent declares she ha
been ruthlessiy tortured since sho ha
bcon q prisoner, .'
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1881-05-08
To be RaGIdcd.

DISPATCHES from Washington say the
PROSPECT Of the Chinese tirati 3 being
considered soon by th- Senate in exec
utive session gives rise to considernbl,
comment thereon. 1t is understood tha,
Boston merchants will briuR a heavy
influence to bear ou the New England
s. nhtors in opposition to the clause Of
the treaty uUd-r the American firg
People of broader views recognize the
advantage to b- gained by the ratifica.
'iou Of the treaties Us proposed. The
loss t"a few Am r.c.u opium merchant,
wall lie comparatively insignificant. De
sides the prestige to be guGrei ly Il Q
accrulng uth.IatIun with China. Tnnt
'mpire will n,ver forget the opium war
with England, aud the country which
first enters in "A satisfactory trr.ty on
this question will reap untold ben, fits
in other branches OF commerce.
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1881-05-08

TIE C"rSou Tribune says: 1t is re-.
ported that the man Smith. who created
q little disturbance at the Prison a few
days ago. by grabbing hammer and
threat ming to brain the d putty War.
den. will be transferred to the Insane
Asylum. At times he is viol, ntly insane
and is then dangerous. while during the
more rational periods he is quitt and
orderly. Proper steps will be taken to
put him wh,r re he ought to be. A con-
vict cannot lie sent to Stockton, and so
i, will be necessary to pardon him first,
as was done in the case Of lie Fevre.
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1881-05-08

The Reno Gazette says: "a great
scarcity Of men is reported by contract
ors who are operating in the mountains
this season. The Eevads and Oregon
Railroad finds it difficult to secure white
labor, and P. n. Marker. OF Washoe.
who has advertised for men. is now
compelled to Use some Cinnamon in
order to complete his contract during
the season. Marker has never used
Chinese before, and would not now il it
could be avoided. The men who want
to work have sought new pastures. and,
in fact, the Chinese are also scarce"
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1881-05-08

LIMERICK dispatch says: An at.
tempt to "vict the tenants at New PA!lhs
yesterday failed. Five hundred military
aud police were present. but u mob OF
5000. many with revolvets. hooted aud
grOrntd. and stoned the she if and his
assistants. The police charged the mob
several times. but the baIliiT's life being
threatened. he refused to point out the
houses Of the dcfnu!tiug tenants. An
other nttUmpt to evict will be made
shortly. A telegram from Gal Say says /:
baii'd uam~d King was seizei inst
night by gang Of disguised Ii en- and
roasted over lire until he swore he
would resign his office. Kings condi
tion is believed to be hopeless.
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1881-05-08

DURrSu tho progress of the Richmond
Albion hearing 1t was cessary TO have
n copy OF all papers on Ge in tho Land
Department at Washington in regard TO
tho patent to the st. George claim. As
tho documents were bound as q volume,
they could not be separated so as TO al
low several copyists to do tho work
Billy Davidson. says tho Eureka SrnH.
mel. undertook the job aud completed IL
in just nine hours. The number of
words was 10000, which ia nn average
OF thirty words per minute for the Oh.
tire nine hours.