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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
In Memoriam.

At special meeting of the Ladies' Hebrew
Benevolent Society of Donaldsonville. La. held
February !, 1885, the following resolu:io=s were
adopted:
WHEREAS, Our Almighty Father in His be-
nign goodness. has seen tit to call to His realm
our late sister and Honorary President, airs.
HENRIETTE WEINscHENcE: and
Whereas. 1t is hut4i lit tribute that due fecog-
milton be taken OF Ter many charitable acts and
virtues: therefore,
Be it resolye1. That the Ladies' Hebrew Be-
nevolent Society bow their heads IN solemn rev.
erence to the will OF lie who does all for the
best.
Resolred. That in the death of Mira. Henriette
Weinscl.enck this Soce1y has lost true sister.
loving friend and a worthy Honorary Pr-si-
dent whose every act and ambition was to adj
vance the great aim of this Snciety. viz: charity.
Her memory shall ever dwell in the hearts of
the members of this s ,clety one true to her
trust and friends.
Resolved. That we extend to her afflicted
grandchildren, sisters and brother heartfelt
coincidence in this their hour of affection.
Resol'ed, That the Secretary transmit a
copy of these resolutions tn the afflicted family
and that the same be published in the Donald
sonvllle CHIEF and american Israelife.
MRS. SIMON LEVY,
MRS. NJ. TOBIAS,
MRS. P. KLOPMAN.
Committee on Coincidence.
MRS. NJ. BLUM. Secretary.
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We learn that Mr. V. Maurin has traded
a half interest III the steamer Clipper to
Mr.. U. A. Prudhomme for the 1atter's in
terest in the Peep-o'-Day Hotel and bar
room, and that Mr.. Prudhomme is about to
leave here to run the Clipper between Ca
nal street and the Exposition grounds, New
Orleans, for the purpose of carrying pas
sengers to and from the great Worlds
Fair. The Peep-o'- Day establishment is
to be conducted by those popular young
gentlemen A. J. Bethancourt and Sam Ay-
raud who will, We understand, endeavor
to make it the leading hotel of Donaldson
vile. We hope that all concerned in this
exchange of interests will derive much ad-
vantage and profit from the transaction.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Mr.. aud Mrs. R. Fl. Thatcher returned
home from New Orleans last Sunday morn
ing and have been entertaining Mr.. Thatch-
er's father at their residence on Crescent
Place during the week. The visitor ex-
presses himself well pleased with this sec
ton of the country and seems to have en-
joyed his brief sojourn here. He expects
to leave for New Orleans on Monday, and
after spending few days there will visit
friends at Pass Christian, probably return
ing to the city in season to witness the
Mardi Gras displays and starting for his
home at Morristown, New Jersey. imme-
diately thereafter.
Honesty issthe best policy. and Maurin's
Cheap Grocery Emporium is the best place
in Donaldsonvilie to buy good things to eat,
drink or smoke.
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Died.

RALL-At his residence in Smoke Bend As
cens.on parish, La, on Satnrday. January u:
1885, at s P. NJ: DusEAM =; BALL, native of
Jefferson. Cook county, HIN. Dis, aged 81 years.
months and 10 days.
This estimable gentleman had been for sew
eral months sufferer from pu!sating t:smor
in the region OF the heart. produced by over ex-
ertion in repairing piece OF machinery, and
while all hope Of his ultimate recovery had
been abandoned by his friends, they were IN no
wise prepared for s1ch an early termination Of
his life He had been recently visited by his
mother, three brothers and sister-ln-iaw, AL
of whom excepting the mother end one brother
left for home only few days prior tn his death.
To these sorrow.ng relatives and to the young
wife who is left q widow while yet bride. tho
CHIEF extends its sincerest sympathy. hir
Ball had resided in Ascension parish for the
past eight years. and was married the 18th
of last June to Miss .Leonie Arceneaux. daugh-
ter of the late l.. Desire Arceneaux. He served,
four years in the Federal army during the war
az non-commissioned officer of the Thirteenth
Wisconsin Infantry. and was esteemed Il brave
and faithful soldier. By his many admirable
traits OF character he won the respect and regard
of all who met him. and his untimely death will
be deeply regretted. His remains were inferred
Sunday afternoon. in ths Catholic cemetery OF
this place.
ROGGE-At Island plantation. Ibervilie par
ish, La, on Friday. February g. 1855. at y
| o'clock NJ, MAGDELENA MESEEE, wife of WIN.
RoGGE. Il native of Lauter,erS. Aisace Ger
| many, aged 40 years, 6 months ard "a days.
New Orleans papers please copy.
The death of this estimable lady after an ILL
ness of only nine days from pneumonia was G
| terrible shock to her family ard friends. A
kind. charitable woman of indomitable indus
try a dutlful wife and e loving mother, she
enjoyed the warmest affection of her kindred
aad friends ard the highest respect OF all with
whom she was thrown in contact. She leaves
a husband and two intelligent and promising
young daughters to mourn her rreparable loss,
| and their bereavement viii excite general SYM
patty The wives of those we'll known gentle
men, Messrs. Fred. Rogga of Donaldsonvilia
and Fred. Meyer Of Whitecastle. were sisters of
| the deceased. The funeral took place to- day,
the body being transported to Donaldsonville
by skiff and inferred III the Protestant cemc-
| terry.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
$50 Reward.

FssHE above amount will bs paid for the de-
4 lection and capture of the thief Or thieves
who broke INTO ard burg,arized the carpenter
shop on Cofeid's Point Houmas plantation the
night of Saturday. January "a. 1885. A liberal
reward will also be paid for the recovery of the
tools stolen on that occasion, comprising SIX
handsaws. ratchet brace, lot of chiseis, a
hollow auger. four dozen knob latches and
several other articles. For further particulars
apply on the plantation.
F.A BERTHEAUD.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

At the adjournment of the Grand Jury
yesterday spectators in parish scrip were
deprived of an expected harvest by the
generous action of Foreman H. c. Wilson,
who cashed all the; warrants of the Grand
Jurors at par, the Parish Treasurer being
unuvoidably absent on that day.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
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Upon receipt of model or sketch of inve.,-
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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

three-mule cart was coming out of the
yard back of Cheap Tony's store the other
day when the hub of wheel struck one of
the gate posts, pulling down portion of the
fence. A colored woman who was passing
was knocked down and slightly hurt by the
falling fence.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
Juba at Poanix Hall, February IL
The Trouble Safely Over,

Stomach trouble is serious business while it
lasts but what blessed relief to have it de-
part Mrs. F. g. Wells of 10 Atlantic street
Hartford, Conn. writes that she tried Brown g
Iron Bitters for stomach trouble. and that she
experienced such relief that the trouble is now
entirely over. She recommends this great iron
medicine to all who are afflicted. It cures liver
and kidney complaint.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The clear weather of the past week has
given great impetus to the work of cane
planting on our sugar plantations. Favor
able reports of the condition of the seed
reach US from all directions and the indi-
cations point to heavy crop the coming
season.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

PRIcKLY ASA BITTERs is an unfailing specific
for all complaints arising from q derangement
blood and infuses new life into the invalid.
Pains in the side. general uneasiness loss of
appetite. headache. bilious attacks. ETC., ETC..
are sure indications that a corrective is needed.
these complaints. 1t arouses q torpid liver to
action and restores it to a healthy condition.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

We are gratifed to see our esteemed
friend Fred. Rogge out again after pain
full attack of neuralgia, superinduced iby q
aBvor0 eOld
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

A telephone message received here to-
day announces the death of Mrs. Henriette
Weinschenck, widow of the late Solomon
Weinschenck, formerly one of the oldest
and most successfulscitizensa and merchants
Of Eonaldsonville. Mrs. Weinschenck died
of dropsy, we learn, at the residence of her
brother, Mr.. Jacob Blum of New Orleans.
Her body will be brought here tomorrow
for interment in the:J ewish cemetery along
side that Of her husband. The deceased
lady was the Honorary President of the
Ladies' Hebrew Benevolent Society of Don
jacksonville and has large circle of friends
here who will sincerely 3lament her demise.
If you wish to enjoy first class amateur
minstrel and variety performance, visit
Phoenix Hall next Thursday evening.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

There il no store in Donaldsonville doing
Cheap Grocery emporium.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The Blue Bucket Exchange, corner Rail
road Avenue and Opelousas street, has
been closed and we understand its proprie-
tor, Alphonse Martin, has retired from the
saloon business,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Sam is immense as delineator of Eth
opian character. See him at Phoenix Hall
on the 18th.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

THgRspAY's FUN.-The entertainment to
be given at Phoenix Hall next Thursday
evening promises to be one of tine most
amusing and interesting that has occurred
here Tor long time. The programme
comprises a minstrel overture, clog dane
ing, burnt cork conicalities, banjo pick
ing, singing by our best local amateurs,
including lady who has not before sang
in public here, the whole to conclude with
ball Refreshments will be supplied in
the lower hall at reasonable rates, and the
price of admission to the entertainment will
be only so cents. The fact that the pro-
ceeds are to be applied towards making
this years payment on the fire comDepy's
steam engine ought to be an additional in
centive to liberal public patronage Of the
entertainment. We hope to see Phoenix
Hall filed to its utmost capacity Thursday
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Mr.. W. G. Wilkinson has taken possession
of the Fevrier property, opposite the post
Office, and We doubt not his business will be
considerably improved by this desirable
change Of location.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Fine Wines, Liquors, Cigars, Etc, ETC.

A. B. s. P. A. 6sa LA.-The February
meeting of the Ascension Branch of the
Sugar Planters Association of Louisiana
was held last Tuesday, with President
Brent in the chair and a fair attendance of
members. The Observation-Disclosures for
January was submitted, showing total
rainfall of 5.1l inches, ice on the 2nd and
fog on the 1ih, 23rd and oath. The highest
temperature-7S degrees above zero-Was
registered on the 18th and the lowestS2l
degrees-on the I'd. Reports of the favor
able progress of planting operations were
submitted, and the probable effect of the
cold aud dampness upon stubble cane was
discussed. The President was authorized
to appoint delegates to the National Farm
ers' Congress which is to meet ut the Ex-
position on the 10th inst, and Messrs. VIM.
P. Miles, James p. Kock, Richard Mccall
p. Klopman. Henry L. Duffel, r. L. Han
son and others were named as the delega-
ton. The Association adjourned until the
first Tuesday of March.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Big match game at Nolan Base Ball park
Sunday afternoon, February Is.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Mr.. Aristide Genazzini has just taken
possession of his neat new store building
on Railroad Avenue, directly opposite his
old atand. The new establishment has been
christened with the title Of Live Oak store
and presents an attractive appearance.
The old building has. been moved across
the street by Mr.. VIM. Town of Port Bar
row and has been placed in position as q
rear addition to the new store.
Bishop Mallalieu of the NJ. E. Church.
accompanied by his son, DIR. J. c. Hartzell
and presiding Elder Rev. u. P. Cushman,
visited Donaldsonville last week, en- route
to the annual conference at Baton. Rouge,
and attended the quarterly conference of St.
Peter Church at this place Tuesday evening,
the 9th ult. Alarge congregation, includ-
ing many visitors, WAS in attendance, and
the services we're Of a highly interesting
character. Bishop Mallalieu and his dis
tiaguished companions proceeded to Baton
Rouge on Wednesday.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

al patriotic people should hear tie Lib
erty Bell It will be sounded by Gus.
Eic.elberger at Phoenix Hall neyt Thurs
day evening.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The soldier boys were aided literally: now
help the firemen by attending the enter
tainuent at Phoenix Hall on the 18th.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

No meeting of Ascension Hook and Lad
der Company was held Monday evening,
owing to lack of quorum. The removal
of Mr.. Jean Feyrier from Donaldsonville
renders the election Of new Treasurer
should bear this fact in mind and attend
the next meeting.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The removal of Prof. Sanborn of N. H.. after
being pronounced incurable by a score of ply
81 CLANS, from Las Vegas, n. NJ. to his home
was effected by administering DR.. Harter's Iron
Tonic which has restored him to his former
rood health.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The st. Joseph Brass Band of Donaldson
vile has made contract to furnish music
for Lafayette Hook and Ladder Company
of New Orleans on the 4:h of March, and
the boys are practicing some new pieces in
order to be in proper musical trim for the
important occasion. The st. Joseph is
probably the best colored band in the State,
outside of New Orleans, and we have no
doubt their music will give entire satisfac-
ton to the members of Lafayette.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
:J,d-c Dutfe,.s Health.

Mn. EDIToR-I have just seen in your issue of
January 81 that Judge Duffel was unable 10
hold court in st. James owing to inelispositon, +"
etc This is a mistake. The Judge was not
sick. He held court one week in st. James and
did not return there because there was little or
no business to necessitate another session. The
Judge has been well all the time and is well
now; has attended the Rifles entertainment, the
rink tournament, and sat every day of this week
on the bench. As he is not in the FIRST blush of
youth he is little touchy on the point of his
health, which in general is precarions with per-
sons OF certain age. AS he is one of an uncer-
tain age-a kind of en- old young mamie may
very likely visit your sanctum with a good size
hickory except you make the. anende honorc-
bic and that +; double quick time.
A FRIEND.
We hasten to correct the report Of his
honors i'll health and throw ourselves on
the mercy of the court.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
DONALDs0NVILLE, la,
Saturday, February z, 1885.
LOCAL JoTTINGs.
Juba a Phoenix Hall. February u.

Dr.l. McGalliard spent several days in
New Orleans this week.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Phoenix Fire Company is to meet in
monthly session Monday evening.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
Sam Leblanc, the incompatible Sam.
at Phoenix Hall on the 18th.

Mr.. and Mrs. J. B. Quimby went to tho
city this week and spent three days at the
Exposition. returning home Thursday.
They speak in glowing terms of the beauti-
full and interesting spectacle now presented
by the wonderful arrey of exhibits.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Burke, Hinton, Castaigne, Kendig, Lee
Blanc, Eichelberger, Gingry and frankie
Heating will make your sides ache at Phoe-
nix Hall on the 18th.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The Police Jury held its regular monthly
meeting last Wednesday, but owing to the
great length of the minutes we are com :
PEELED to defer their publication until next
week. About the only business of impor-
lance transacted was the adoption Of r new
license ordinance, the appointment Of a
committee to report what reductions can
be made in the expenses OF the parish gov
eminent, and tho passage of u resolution
authorizing the joint committee of the
Police Jury and School Board to procure a
site and receive proposals for binding the
proposed Seminary of Learning in Don
aldsonviI.e A full! report of the proceed
ings will appear in our next issue.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

SHE8rr's SALE.-Deputy Sheriff Israel
on Saturday last sold the t1acts, squares
and lots of ground belonging to the estate
Of Ben Gibson and situated between Oar
rowyille and Willow Grove point, together
with quantity Of moyables, consisting OF
mules, horses, cattle, corn, hay, machinery.
agricultural implements, etc. The main
body Of the land, known as the Leblanc
tract and containing 625 acres, was pur-
chased by Mrs E. NJ. Vom Hofe for $685.
and the other tracts by Judge R. N. Sims
for about s17O0. The norab'es we're pur-
chased by various parties. We shall en-
deavor to procure list of the buyers and
the prices paid in time for publication in
our next issue. We are glad to see the LIE
Blanc place fall INTO such good hands,
and feel confident that the property will
be greatly improved and increased in value
under the proprietorship of Mr.. and Mrs.
Vom Hofe.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

AR. James 8. Graham succeeds Mr.. S. s.
1ngnan az station agent of the Texas and
Pacific Railroad Company at Donaldson
vile. We have had the pleasure of meeting
Mr.. Graham once, and he seems to be an
accomplished and highly agreeable gentle
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

At the meeting of Launcelot Lodge No.
SO. colored Knights Of Pythias, to be held
next Monday evening, committee will be
appointed to make arrangements for the
session of the Grand Lodge to open at
Donaldsonviile on the Doth of April. The
citizens Of cur town will be solicited to
lend their cooperation to the committee, in
order that the reception and entertainment
of the members of the Grand Lodge may
be such as to reflect credit upon the COM
munity and the local members of the order
We shall be gratified to geo the application
for assistance meet with a hearty and
liberal rs9enonse.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Gus. Eichelberger chants with gus.o at
Phoenix Hall on the 18th. Gus. is first
class singer, but he talks for the Wheeler
& Wilson.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Roll-on to Phoenix Hall next Thursday
evening and see "Rell-on' Rodeillat.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

We've heard of great many low-down
things, but the lowest we've known lately
are the prices at Maurin's Cheap Grocery
Emporium.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Charlotte Wiicocks Mccall, sister of Mr..
Richard Mccall Of this parish and wife Of
Euclid Borland, Esq, of New Orleans, died
in the latter city on Sunday last, and her
body was taken to North Carolina for burial.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
Frank Kendig, the best end man in the
South, at Phoenix Hall on the 18th.

Edward Hill, Justice of the Peace for the
eighth ward Of Ascension, has forwarded
his resignation to the Governor on account
of removal from that ward. The retiring
magistrate says he has filed the measure
Of his judicial ambition and prefers the
shades of private life. He is now resi-
dent of the seventh Justice ward.
The CHIEF has accidentally forgotten to
mention the recent departure of Mr.. Jenn
Fevrier and family from Donaldsonville to,
take up their residence in New Orleans,
where they own some desirable property.
Mr.. Fevrier was one Of the most pop
ular and useful citizens of our town and
the removal Of he and his estimable family
has caused general regret in this COM
munity. They are located at No. 164 Royal
street.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The steamer 81. ]. Dickey collided with
the railroad bridge while passing through
the draw last Tuesday and damaged the
structure to the extent of about $500.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07
LIST OF LETTERS

"''a"'"s '" VIC osi-o'>e q Oo'sa'usohthie'
Ascension Parish, la, Feb. 7, 1886.
Bernard. sRolzl Leroy. Ernest
Barnett. Viii Major. Ii
Babers, T. l. Nerciss. Miss Josephine
Ballewee, w Fillmore, Sostant
Banks. Davey Paulnace D
Bali. Thomas Quililn. Charles
Conrad. John-2 Rocks Rev J G
Cast. Miss Pancast Robertson. Miss Mary
Eugene, Caubin Randolph, Robert
Graham, W f Shepard. Fl
Grigsby, Lizzie Smith, Miss Caroline-2
Hamilton, Mrs Aglia Taylor, Isaac
Hill, Richard Thompson. Mrs s
Holland, Edward Vevest. Albert
johnson. Miss Isabelle Nenzal. Wilhelm
johnson. A Washington. Samuel
johnson. A j Williams. Eliza
Landry, Caroline-3 White, Mrs Whey
Young. Mrs Ellen
II not called for in four weeks will be sent to
the Dead Letter Office.
LOUIS LEFoRT. N.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Look out for the programme of the Ph9-
nix Ministries and see the list of attractions.
They appear at Phoenix Hall on the 18th.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Stage manager Gingry announces that
the preparation Of the stage and fixtures for
the performances at Phoenix Hall next Thurs
day evening will be such as to please the
most fastidious. Gingry knows how to do
such things up brown.
Isaac Strong, young colored man who
has been for long time in the employ of
Mr.. Bernard Lemann as coachman, died
to-day at his residence on Lafouche street
near Chetimaches, of consumption. The
funeral will take place Sunday morning.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

Misses Clara Heating, Bertha Tobias, Cor
allie and Natalie Levy, all Of Donaldsonville,
and Matte and Lizzie Nolan of st. Eliza
beth plantation are aojourning with friends
in New Orleans.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-02-07

The prince of comic singers. Gus. Eichel-
berger. will MARBLE at Phoenix Hall on the
10Th