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The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
Half Out Of His Head.

"Blessed be the man," said Don
Quixote's weary squire. "who invent
ed Sleep" Sancllo's gratitude is ours,
but what if one cannot for any reason
enjoy that excellent invention ''Ner-
vousness in me had become disease"
writes Mr.. William Coleman, the WELL
known wholesale druggist, of Buffalo,
New York. II could not sleep, and
my nights were either passed in that
sort of restlessness which early crazes
man, or in kind of stupor, haunt
ed by tormenting dreams. Having ia
ken Parker's Tonic for other troubles,
| tried it also for this. The result both
surprised and delighted me. My nerves
we're nerved to concert pitch, and, like
Caesars fat men, fell into the ranks
of those who sleep o'uights. I should
add that the Tonic speedily did away
with the condition of general debility
and dyspepsia occasioned by my pre-
vious sleep!essness, and gave me
strength and perfect digestion. In
brief, the use OF the Tonic thoroughly
re- established my health. l have used
Parker's Tonic with entire success for
sea sickness and for bowel disorders
incident to ocean voyages"
This preparation has heretofore been
known as Parker's Ginger Tonic. -
Hereafter it will be advertised and
sold under the name of Parker's Tonic
omittiDg the word "Ginger." His
cox & Co. are induced to make this
change by the action Of unprinclpled
dealers who have for years deceived
their customers by substituting infer
ior preparations under the name of
Ginger. We drop the misleading word
all the more willingly, as ginger is an
unimportant havoring ingredient in
our Tonic.
Please remember that no change has
been, or will be, made in the prepare
ton itself, aud all bottles remaining
in the hands of dealers, wrapped un-
der tho name Of Parker's Ginger Ton
ic, contain the genuine medicine if the
fac-simile signature Of Hiscox & Co.
is at bottom OF the outside wrapper.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The Democratic victory in Ohio
will probably bring ex-senator Thur
man prominently forward as the Dem.
ocratic candidate for President. If
New York is likewise triumphant it
will give Gov. Cleveland the best
chance for the Vice Presidency. The
Republican party viii find it difficult
to select two men from its ranks who
could defeat the Democratic ticket
Thurman and Cleveland.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The Democratic Executive Commit.
tee of the Parish Of Rapides, met pur
suant to adjournment, on Saturday, the
18th day Of October, A, D. 1883, al
at the Town Hall, in the Town Of
Alexandria.
Present: B. Turner, Chairman -
L. E. Texada, r. L. Luckett, Jonas
Rosenthal, B. F. Lewis, E. B. Pen.
dleton, j. Fl. Sorrelle, II. NJ. Rogers
aud Geo. 0. Watts.
Absent D. H. Willis and Jas. An.
drews, Secretary. Quorum being pre-.
sent the meeting was called to order
On motion of Mr.. Texada,
1t was resolved, That the Secretary
Jas. Andrews, being absent, Geo. O.
Watts be made Secretary pro tenn.
On motion of Mr.. Texada,
1t was resolved, That James G.
Wise having been appointed at a pre-,
vious meeting of this Committee as the
delegate and member representing the
Parish of Rapides in the State Central
Committee of the Democratic party Of
Louisiana; therefore that proper ere.
dentials be issued him as such. and
that these proceedings stand in lieu
thereof, and the Seer etary be and he
is hereby instructed to furnish COPY
thereof to Mr.. Wise.
On motion of Geo. 0. Watts,
1t was resolved, That Mr.. Wise be
authorized and empowered to hold and
contend that the basis of Representa-
ton of delegates to the next State
Convention be apportioned upon the
vote cast for the Hon. L. A. Wilt for
Governor, and not upon the vote cast
for President of the United States at
the last past election.
The Committee then adjourned sub
ject to the call of the Chairman.
B. TUBNER,
Iho' v. WATTS, Chairman.
Secretary pro TEN.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

UNDER the recent adjustment act
the salaries of some Post Masters in
the South have been decreased. In
Natchez, for instance, the salary of the
Post Master was $500; it has been
reduced to $1,000. San Antonio Post
Office has been made second class
from first class. Other places have
gained. Jackson, Meridion, vicks-
burg and Greenville have had $500.
$500, 500 and $500, respectively.
added to the pay Of their Post Masters.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
ct assurance as to the result.


The New Orleans States is of the
opinion that "the election of Hoadley
and of Democratic majority of the
Legislature of Ohio, will be to the Ma
tional Democracy a gratifying and en-
couraging incident, but by no means
one to exult over or to build any con-
tident hopes upon as a precedent or
prelude to the Presidential result. All
the presidents in the political history
of Ohio, have warned the Democracy
of the unwisdom of basing their hopes
and calculations upon an oF-state
election, for the results in the Presi-
dental contest. Indeed, as far as we
can interpret the particulars Of the re-
cent electoral result, it is obvious that
so many side issues entered into this
contest that it would be folly to treat
the result as political one, except so
far as it affects the election of q Unit
ed States Senator.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

TIME TO STOP Tits too had, ST,
or Madam, but don't get frightened
Your hair is falling of1--tbst's Ger.
tain. A glance in the mirror, or an
investigating committee of fingers
tell the dismal story. We don't dis
cuss the possible cause. It's enough
that Parker's Hair Balsam used now
will prevent further destruction. Is
y our hair somewhat gray, too, and
crisp? Alas, yes. The Balsam will
give back the original color, sof,ness
and gloss. Not dye, not oily, ele
gantly perfumed, perfect dressing
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The New Orleans National Bank
has sued Postmaster General Gresham
for 100000 damages for interfering
with its mail in connection with the
Louisiana Lottery Company. If the
Postmaster General is not sustained
morality will have reached low ebb
in the United States.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

ON THIRTY DAYS TRIAL.-The Vol
tale Belt Co., Marshall, Mich, will send
Or. Dyes Celebrated Electro V oltaic
Belts and Electric Appliances on trial
TOR thirty days to men (young or old)
who are afflicted with nervous debili-
ty, lost vitality aud kindred troubles,
guaranteeing speedy and complete
restoration of health and manly yigor.
Address as above.-N. B.-No risk ia
Incurred, as thirty days. trial is al.
lowed.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

AT Lexington, KY, on the 18th
inst, George Stanford's bay mare b.
nita, four years old, trotted mile
against time at the Kentucky Trotting
Horse Breeders Association trials in
2:1sa, beating Jay-Eye-See's 4 year
old record, the best on record, by a
quarter of second.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The Coushatta Citizen has hoist
ed at its masthead the name of R. w.
Marston, as its candidate for Governor.
Senator Marston has been ever true
Democrat in the strictest meaning, and
an anti-monopolist for the best of rea-
sons He has always waged the hot
test war against the Lottery.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

-MoDoc, a correspondent of the
Natchitoches Review, writing to that
journal from Montgomery, La, where
smallpox has been lately ravaging,
under date of October sth, says "that
seventy three persons in all have been
exposed to the contagion; sixty-five OF
that number have taken the disease ;
twelve of whom have died, and eight
cen have fully recovered" Among
the fatal cases not one had been vac.
cinated.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

THE Democrats of Massachusetts
are having little fun at the expense
of their Republican opponents. They
have got out what they facetiously call
''the regular Republican ticket" 1t
is printed on material in imitation of
human skin from the Tewksbury tan
merry, and contains the names of the
Republican State officers who were
most active in defense of that notorious
institution.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
WITHDRAWAL OF E. G. HUNTER.
ALEXANDRIA, La, !
Oct. 8. 1883. !

ALEXANDRIA, La, !
Oct. 8, 1888. !
Henry L. Biossat, Esq,
Editor Louisiana Uem0cr0t:
DEAR S1R-While am exceeding
ly obliged to you for the compliment
paid me by placing my name at the
head of your paper as your choice for
Attorney General, and to all Of the pa
pers in this Judicial District for their
warm and earnest advocacy Of my
claims, still my interests force me to
request you to withdraw my name as a
candidate for that position.
Yours very respectfully,
EDWIN G.. HUNTER.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The National Cotton Planters
Association of America will hold its
annual convention in Vicksburg on
the 21st, instead of the 18th of Novem-
Der, as previously published.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
ST. JOHNS
V f 6 E T A BILE LIVER PILLS

The true Liver Medicine and real rem
edy for Torpid and Congestive Livers
Prompt relief is obtained by their use;
they obviate the use of Mercury, and
being entirely Vegetable are perfectly
safe. Is Cents Box.
Apply to HENRY ST. JOHN. Man.
n1acturlng Pharmaceutical Chymist
Exchange Hotel Building, Alexandria,
Louisiana. " '''
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

-Sr. JoHN's highly concentrated
Compound Extract of Sarsaparilla,
sho"id be used by those needing an
Alternative, or having eruptive dis,
eases. Read the following unsolic-
tied testimonial:
Paramount, Grant Pari 81, La, !
DR.. St. John:
Please send me by express to Boyce,
two bottles of st. Johns Sarsaparilla. 1t
IS the only Sarsaparilla l can find that will
do all it promise.
JAMES NJ. RHORER.
For sale By Henry St. John, Alex.
andria, La.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The Iberville South presents the
name of Oscar Arroyo as a candidate
for Secretary of State, subject, OF
course, to the action of the State nomi-
mating convention.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The Montgomery Advertiser, in
its edition of the 18th instant, dis.
played l6 roosters in line, Growing
over the victory in Ohio. They ap.
pear in good trim for next years
fighting.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

SENATOR Edmunds will shortly
resign the presidency of the United
States Senate. He has stated most
positively that he does not intend to
retain the position of President pro
tempore Of the Senate. He intends to
resign at once upon the organization of
the Senate, and thinks that Senator
Anthony will be elected in his place,
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The Shreveport Times and Stan
dard have consolidated, and will in
future be run as one paper.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

MAJOR Burke admits that the re-
cent purchase of the Shreveport Stan
dard was made by the Times-Demo-
crat.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
Heroes and Heroines of the Border.

In American history there are no
more interesting figures than the He
roes and Heroines of the Border. Bold,
dashing, adventurous and patriotic /;
loyal to friends and to the interests of
society, their work was singularly ef-
fective in the advancement of Ameri-
can civilization. With seeming reck-
lessness, their efforts were in the inter-
est Of law and order, and the people
owe them debt of gratitude they do
not forget. Their page in history is as
fascinating as it is honorable, and
there is peculiar pleasure in reading
the narrative of their wonderful ex-
|ploits. The times which produced those
heroes and heroines mark a period in
American history Of absorbing interest
alike to old and young. 1t is proper
that it should be SO. These hardy pi-
oneers coupled virtue with courage,
humanity and love of country with the
stern duties of frontier life and battle,
and the example of their lives not only
interests but strengthens our faith and
admiration in human courage and UNI
selfish purpose.
In American pioneer history there
are three distinct eras marked as dis
tinctly by three geographical divis-
ions; from the Allegheny Mountains
to t. the Mississippi, marking the first;
from the Mississippi to the Rocky
Mountains, the second; California and
the Pacific Slope, the third. The set
Element of these vast regions developed
great leaders, whose achievements have
made them justly and widely famous.
They have a warm place in the hearts
OF the people, and a. prominent one in
their admiration. It is appropriate
that their achievements should be re-
corded, and we note with pleasure the
forthcoming Of a new book, now ready,
from the press of N. D. Thompson &
Co., Publishers, New York and St.
Louis, Mo-, called: "Couquering the
Wilderness, or Neac Pictorial History Of
the Life and Times Of the Pioneer He-a
roes and Hero'aes Of America." 1t is
written by Col. Frank Triplett, an &C
complished writer, whose literary quail
lflcatlons and great experience on the
frontiers are said to eminently fit him
for so noble a task.
A special feature Of the book is its
apt and profuse illustration, embracing
220 superb engravings, illustrating in
cidents and persons-the latter embra-
cling nearly 100 life-like portraits of
pioneer leaders, men and women, which
make it sort of picture gallery, as we'll
as book of thrilling narrative, that
will leEd to the book a charm and in
terest not to be resisted. 1t is sold by
subscription, through canvassing agents
AND presents an opportunity to
agents to make money especially invi-
ting. We advertise it in another
column.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

"A correspondent of the Standard
makes favorable mention of Col. J. N.
Hollingsworth as an eminently suita-
BILE candidate for governor.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
LOUISIANA STATE LOTTERY co,
New ORLEANS, August |, 1883.
TO THE PUBLIC

INVESTIGATE FOR YOURSELVES
Postmaster General Gresham having
published a willful and malicious false
hood in regard to the character OF The
Louisiana State Lottery Company,
the, following facts are given to the
public to prove his statement, that we
are engaged in fraudulent business,
to be false and untrue:
Amount of prizes paid by The Louis.
ana State Lottery Company from jan
nary !, 1879, to present date:
Paid to Southern Express Co.
New Orleans, T. M. West
coat, Manager. 81 ,366, 800
Paid to Louisiana National
siden nt ' =: o,' 4es,eoo
Paid to Louisiana State Ma
tional Bank, S. H. Kennedy
President. ................ 1875, 100
Paid to New Orleans National
Bank. A. Baldwin, Presi-
uenG oc,o0V
Paid to Union National Bank
S. Charlaron, Cashier. 80. 81, 450
Paid to Citizens Bank, e. l..
Carrlere. President........ $1,000
Paid to GermaEia National
Bank, Jules Cassard, Pres
ident. 1,NO
Paid to Hibernia National
Bank, Chas. Palfrey, Cash
Ter. 81 ,OUU
Paid to Canal Hank, Ed. To-
by, Cashier..-..-..---.... 1880
Paid to Mutual National Bank
Jos. Mitchell, Cashier..... $500
Total paid by al. 1881 900
For the truth Of the above facts We re-
fer the public to the officera of the
above named corporations, aad for orr
legality and standing to the Mayor and
Officers of the City of New Orleans, to
the State authorities Of Louisiana, and
also to the U. S. Officials of Louisiana
We claim to be legal, honest and cor
rect in all our transactions, 40 much 90
as any business in the country. Our
standing is conceded by all who will
investigate and our stock has for
years been sold at our Board of Bro
kers, and owned by many ofxour best
known and respected citizens.
NJ. A. DAUPHIN,
President.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

ADVICE TO MOTHERS. Are you
disturbed at night and broken of your
rest by sick child suffering and cry
ing with pain Of cutting teeth7 If SO
send at once and get a bottle of Mrs.
W'nslow's Soothing Syrup for Children
Ieetsing. Its value is incalculable.-
1t will relieve the poor little sufferer
Immediately. Depend upon it, moth
ers, there is no mistake about it. Il
cures dysentery and diarrhoea, regu-
lates the stomach and bowels, cures
wind colo, softens the gums, reduces
inflammation, and gives tone and en-
ergy to the whole system. Mrs. Win.
s s.. Soothing Syrup for Children,
Ieethlng is pleasant to the taste, and is
the prescription of one of the Oldest
and best female physicians and nur.
ses in the United States, and is for
sale by all druggists throughout the
world. Price IS cents per bottle.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
DISTRICT COURT.

ming, His Honor Judge Blackman
presiding. The attendance Of jurors
was significant, being a larger number
of those drawn than usual. But few
were excused, and those only whose
families were sick and in such a con-
dition as to absolutely require the per
sonal attention of the said jurors at
home. Judge Blsckmsn plsinly,
pointedly and in bis own telieitous way
gave his charge to the jury. 1t was a
comprehensive resume OF their duties
In closing, he said that it was fact
to be regretted that many grave and
serious charges Of crime had been
made since the last Court. There was
a feeling in the public mind that the
law was not as rigidly enforced as it
should be. That many had escaped
justice because the juries had failed to
discharge properly their duties. He
very pointedly and properly reminded
the Grand Jury that it was impossible
for the Court and it's officers to put
down crime unless aided by healthy
moral sentiment on the part of the peo-
pie. This was a government of the
people, and when moral obligations on
their part became so light as to sym
pathize with rather than punish crimi-
nails, then society was in danger. The
law-abiding element is very largely in
the ascendancy in the Parish, and it
was the duty of the good people of the
Parish to repress crime by reporting,
prosecuting, convicttng and having
criminals punished. He especially
charged the jury in reference to the
crime OF carrying concealed weapons,
and urged thorough investigation of
this evil practice. He also charged
the jury that it was criminal offence
to keep disorderly drinking or pub
lie house of any kind, and said that
while the sale of liquor was licensed in
the Parish, and it was permitted for
grog shops to remain open on Sun
days, public nuisance would exist,
unpleasant to all citizens, and particu-
larly to those whose business or pleas
ure it was to pass by these Places
He said that it was an evil that should
be repressed by prosecuting those who
sold liquor on Sundays, and congrega-
ted about their premises and tipping
shops a set of disorderly persons whose
language and acts were repulsive to
the moral sense of the decent portion
Of the community. We heard the
Judge repeatedly complimented on
his charge. The people of the Dis
trict have a just reason in being pleas
ed with Judge Blackman. He is just,
impartial with great experience as
lawyer and Judge, and of undoubted
He has not announced him
self for reelection, but we are satisfied
that he is the unqualified choice of a
very large majority of Rapides Parish
for the position, and we believe of the
District. We will most cheerfully ad-
vocate his reelection, as one of the
Judges to be elected, and feel per-
feet assurance as to the result.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17
Louisiana State Lottery Co

CERTIFICATE-We do hereby certify
that We supervise the arrangements for
all the monthly and semi-annual draw
ings Of the Louisiana State Lottery Co.,
and in person manage and control the
Drawings themselves, aud that the same
are conducted with honesty, fairness
and in COOL faith toward all parties.-
We authorize the Company to use this
certificate, with fe-similes of our sig
natures attached, in it's advertisements.
g. r. BEAUREGARD,
J. n. EARLY.
Incorporated in 1863 for IS years by the
Legislature for Educational and Charita-
bis purposes-with - Capitol of 81 30 900
ITO which y rss'orve.i fund of over $780,
600 has since been added. Ply an over
whelming papular vote it's frsnchiss Was
made part "f the present State Constitu.
tion adopted December 2, a. y. 1as9.-
The only chartered Lottery Of any State.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

CALL at Blooms and examine the
immense stock of Meerschaum and
Briar pipes. Selling very cheap.
Proceedings Of Executive Committee.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

Iowa was again carried by the
Republicans.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

THE drouth still continues in the
Crescent City.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

The Ohio election resulted in
a victory for the Democrats.
Judge Hoadley was elected as
Governor by nearly 5000 ma
iority. The Democrats also
have a majority in the Legis-
lature. Hoadley will be our
next President. Hurrah!
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

Opens September Goth, 1883 One Of
the best Schools for Young Ladies' in
the United States. Pupils from eight
cen States. TERMS AMONG THE
BEST IN THE UNION. Board, Wash
ing, English Course, Latin, French,
German, instrumental Music, etc, for
Scholastic year. from Sept. to June,
$23S. For catalogues, write to
Rev. WIN. A. HARRIS, 3. D,
President, Staunton, Va.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-10-17

lANlIARiUM. Riverside, Cal The dry climate emu,
Nose, Throat. Lungs. full idea. Sc p, route cost fes.
New Ulm weekly review. [volume] (New Ulm, Minn.) 1878-1892, 1883-06-27

The programme OF the annua
meeting and excursion of the Edito.
rial Association Of Minnesota, which
is to be held at St.. Paul on July 18th
is as follows: Meeting at l P. NJ.
The proceedings of the afternoon
will include reception exercises,
the annual address of the president,
an address to the editors of Mime
sofa and the reading of ten. minute
papers upon various subjects. Ban
at 6 P. M. At $40 P. NJ. the party
will take the Manitoba cars for Dew
IFS Lake, where they will arrive
the following day at 6P. NJ. The
party will be treated TO an excur-
sion on DEVILS Lake, touching at
Fort Totten and Grand Harbor.
The train will leave Devils Lake
City on the morning of the Goth,
and arrive at Winnipeg in the
evening. The 21st will be passed
at Winnipeg and in excursions in
that region. The party will then
return direct by the Manitoba rail
road to St. Paul. The courtesies
Of both the Canadian Pacific, and
the st. Paul, Minneapolis 4 Mani
toba railways have been rendered
to the editorial party, and the neces-
sary sleepers will be provided
throughout the whole trip, SO that
there need be no moving Of baggage
or going to hotels, except for
meals.